Tax season is upon the residents of Greendale Village, with the local government issuing a reminder of the intricacies and deadlines associated with this year's tax bill process. According to a Facebook post from the Village of Greendale, 2025 tax bills were dispatched on December 5, leading up to several critical points taxpayers should be aware of. Among the directives, the local authorities announced that the online tax payment portal is expected to be operational as of December 9th, and residents can find instructions for its use on the village's website.
In an effort to mitigate against late fees, Village of Greendale's post emphasizes the importance of mailing payments early. This comes in light of the United States Postal Service's modification of its postmarking procedure, wherein postmarks are now applied at regional centers instead of local post offices. An envelope mailed too closely to a deadline might not receive a postmark for several days, potentially resulting in a late payment. The first installment of the tax bill is due by January 31, 2026.
Additionally, an informational error was identified on the mailed tax bills; however, it does not impact the amount taxpayers owe. An incorrect decimal placement relating to the average assessment ratio caused the estimated fair market value to appear erroneously inflated. "The assessment ratio should read 0.86," the post from the Village of Greendale clarified, assuring that this would be corrected in online bills and referencing the accurate estimated fair market value would be available for viewing the following day. For those preferring not to utilize the postal service or the online payment option, the Village Hall provides a drop box for direct payment submissions.
