The office of tax collector for Flagler County is authorized through the Florida State Constitution and is a part of state law. The Flagler County tax collector's office is separate from any other county entity or departments or agencies.

The Flagler County tax collector is a local resident that resides in and is a part of Flagler county. The Flagler County tax collector is voted in by the residents of Flagler County for a four year term. Being a local resident keeps the tax collector more informed and a vital part of his local jurisdiction.

The Flagler county tax collector is responsible for collection and redistributing all taxes for different state and government agencies and is responsible for investing the revenue to various local agencies and state taxing authorities.

A wide variety of services are offered by the Flagler County's tax collectors office. The tax collector is responsible for collecting all personal and property taxes. He is also responsible for collecting sales taxes. The Flagler County tax collector is also given authority to issue motor vehicle and vessel registrations. He can also issue fishing license and hunting licenses. The Flagler County tax collector can also issue drivers license and boating licenses. His office also issues marriage and death certificates.

The Flagler County Tax Collector is also completely responsible for his county's annual budget. The Flagler County tax collector must set his budget and have his budget approved by the Flagler County Board of County Commissioners. The Flagler County tax collector is also responsible for collection and disbursement of property taxes and real estate taxes annually. He is responsible for keeping track of all fire services and public safety services, trash collection and sewage.

If you fail to pay your property taxes, the Flagler County tax collector can put a lien on your property. These back taxes are repayable in monthly payments if you set up a payment plan through the tax collectors office. This property tax information is available to the public on line at the Flagler County tax collectors web sight. You can contact him by phone, on line, or in person Monday through Friday, 8AM. To 5PM.