Mono County Grand Jury
2007-2008
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Findings & Recommendations
8 findings
F1:
Based on the postmark, in the opinion of the Tax Collector, the taxes paid by the Complainant were late. The Tax Collector can only determine when taxes were paid and mailed based on the official US Postal Service stamp. The Tax Collector has limited discretion to make exceptions to this when there are clear, extenuating circumstances, e.g. an automobile accident on the way to the post office, etc.
F2:
Based on late payment of parcel stubs, taxes were assessed accurately and appropriately—a 10% late fee for each parcel in addition to the $10 charger per parcel. This is the customary procedure based on tax codes for late property taxes.
F3:
No additional charges or penalties were assessed.
F4:
The Complainant paid the remaining taxes and penalties in a timely manner.
F5:
Because of multiple protests from the Complainant that the taxes were paid on time, the individual was given an opportunity to sign a notarized statement that taxes were mailed on time.
F6:
The Tax Collector has the discretion to accept or reject the sworn statement and amend the Complainant's tax penalties accordingly.
F7:
At the time of the investigation the Complainant had returned the statement, but failed to follow the specific directions required for a letter to be considered by the Tax Collector.
F8:
Mono County officials were cooperative and demonstrated a high level of public service regarding the complaint.
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