Kelly Arnold, County Clerk
Welcome
The County Clerk serves as the official secretary for the Board of the County Commissioners. The Clerk records County Commission meeting minutes and produces written minutes of all Commission Meetings.
The
Clerk has various duties relating to property tax levies and tax roll
preparation; all school districts, cities, townships and other taxing
authorities must file their budgets with the Clerk. All County
property values are filed with the Clerk, and the Clerk sets the official
mill levies for each taxing district based on this information.
All land records of the County are maintained by the Clerk and each transfer of real estate is properly recorded in the transfer record for taxation purposes. Taxpayer mailing
addresses are maintained by the Clerk, and our office can assist taxpayers
with the process of property tax appeals for their homes and businesses.
The Clerk issues various licenses and permits, including hunting, fishing and trapping licenses, as well as moving permits and adult entertainment licenses. The Clerk's staff provides assistance to county residents in preparing Homestead Property Tax Refund Applications, which are forwarded to the Kansas Department of Revenue by the taxpayer after preparation in the Clerk's Office.
Mission
To efficiently, accurately and courteously provide property tax, budget, mill levy, special assessment, real estate, contractual, licensing and other information on time. Maintain accurate records of all real estate transactions. Facilitate open and timely access to public information. Promote positive communication with the public, other county departments and units of local and state government. Continue to explore opportunities to improve public service.