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We are Now Partnering with All Florida Safety Institute!

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We are now partnering with All Florida Safety Institute, a state contracted third party administrator authorized by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV). This option may be suitable for students who need practice, need a same day appointment, or a Saturday appointment.  Please note, licensees will return to the Tax Collector’s office to process their license upon satisfactory completion of their exam.

All Florida Safety Institute is an additional option and provides the following:

  • Business hours and after-hours testing, including Saturdays
  • Same day testing appointments
  • Drivers License tests, written and road skills (fees apply)
  • Practice tests (fees apply)
  • A vehicle for testing (fees apply)
  • Testing results uploaded immediately upon completion to the FLHSMV

*Fees charged by AFSI are separate from the cost of the driver license.

To book an appointment with All Florida Safety Institute visit their website at: https://allfloridasafetyinstitute.com/alachua-county/

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Tax Collector Reveals Art in Public Places.

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Our Downtown office was included in the Art in Public Places project.  This program was established in 1979 by the Florida Legislature.  Public Art refers to artwork that is located in the public’s space such as in the lobby or outside a state, local government or private facility. Public art is either purchased for the space or an artist will be commissioned to create a specific piece of artwork to reflect distinctive qualities of the space, its function, natural surroundings, architectural environment, or neighborhood identity.  Beth Ravitz  is the artist selected by the committee to create our display and we provided her with recycled license plates to create our project.  It took her months to complete and an entire day to install it.   

We think she knocked it out of the park!!  It’s even prettier in person.  

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United Way of North Central Florida awards Alachua County Tax Collector’s office.

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This year the United Way of North Central Florida awarded the Alachua County Tax Collector’s office with their highest honor…the GAV Award!!!  “GAV” stands for “Give, Advocate and Volunteer”.  We are in company with UF Health, Nationwide and Enterprise Holdings.  That’s huge!  We thank our staff for their consistent support throughout the years.  Last year we also achieved 100% participation with payroll deduction contributions. Contributions have never been needed more.  The COVID-19 pandemic has stretched available resources with more people needing assistance, while donations have taken a hit at the same time.

United Way Award
John Power swearing in as the new President of the Florida Tax Collector's Association

John Power, Installed as President of the Florida Tax Collector’s Association.

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As of 9/01/2020 we are pleased to announce that John Power was installed as the President of the Florida Tax Collectors Association, the statewide association representing 67 tax collectors throughout the state of Florida. He previously served as Vice President and the Secretary of Education. Alachua County Clerk of the Court, Jess Irby, performed the swearing-in ceremony for Mr. Power and the other officers of the board.

We celebrate this honorable appointment and are proud of his leadership!

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Advisory 10: May 28th, 2020- Concealed Weapon Permit Applications Are Now Available

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May 28th, 2020- Concealed Weapon Permit Applications are now available at our Downtown office, by appointment only. Please click here to schedule an appointment.

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Advisory 9: March 26, 2020- U.S. Department of Homeland Security Extends REAL ID to October 1, 2021

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March 26, 2020- U.S. Department of Homeland Security Extends REAL ID to October 1, 2021

The United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced that it is extending the REAL ID Act of 2005 (P.L. 109-13) until October 1, 2021. DHS will accompany the announcement with a notice of the new deadline in the Federal Register in the coming days. 

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Advisory 8: March 26, 2020- Property Tax Payment Due Date Extended to April 15, 2020

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March 26, 2020- Property Tax Payment Due Date Extended to April 15, 2020

Tallahassee, Fla. – On Monday, March 16, 2020, Governor Ron DeSantis directed the Department of Revenue (Department) to provide flexibility on tax due dates to assist those adversely affected by COVID-19. Today, Department of Revenue Executive Director Jim Zingale issued an emergency order to extend the final due date for property tax payments for the 2019 tax year. The Department also extended the due date to file railroad, railroad terminal, private car and freight line and equipment company property tax returns.

Order of Emergency Waiver/Deviation #20-52-DOR-01 applies to all 67 Florida counties. Property tax is normally due by March 31 in the year following the year the taxes are assessed. The Department waives the due date so that payments remitted by April 15, 2020, for the 2019 tax year will be considered timely paid. Property tax returns for railroad, railroad terminal, private car and freight line and equipment company property are normally due by April 1. Returns will be timely filed if filed by April 15, 2020.

Emergency Order for COVID-19 Property Tax.pdf

Oder of Emergency Waiver # 20-52-DOR-001.pdf

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Advisory 7: March 19, 2020- Regional Offices for Concealed Weapon Permit Applications Closed

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March 19, 2020- Regional Offices for Concealed Weapon Permit Applications Closed

To minimize exposure to COVID-19 and help protect visitors and employees, the Governor has recommended that all Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services offices be closed to the public beginning Thursday, March 19th, until Sunday, April 19th.

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Advisory 6: March 19, 2020 – Alachua County Tax Collector Lobby Locations Closed

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March 19, 2020 – Alachua County Tax Collector Lobby Locations Closed

Effective Thursday, March 19, 2020 all Alachua County Tax Collector Office lobby locations will be Closed to the Public until further notice. While office locations will be closed to the public, customers can continue to process transactions online at AlachuaCollector.com, by phone at 352-374-5236 or through the mail.

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Advisory 5: March 17, 2020 – High Springs Tag Office Closed

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March 17, 2020 – High Springs Tag Office Closed

The High Springs Tag Agency will be closed from March 18th through April 5th. You can still renew your vehicle tag via mail or online at www.AlachuaCollector.com.