Tax Collector is an elected position with a four-year term. This office is responsible for the collection of real estate taxes for the following taxing authorities: North Penn School District, Montgomery County, and Towamencin Township.

Under a special Deputy agreement, the Township handles the collection of county and township real estate taxes.

A tax collector is responsible for:

• Collecting property taxes for Towamencin Township, Montgomery County and North Penn School District.
• Keeping records.
• Filing reports with the three taxing authorities.
• Processing tax certifications for real estate transactions.
• Answering questions from residents and property owners.
• Sending out tax bills twice per year: once for the combined township and county, and again for the school district.
• Processing interim tax bills.
• Reporting on delinquent tax bills.

Did You Know?

Tax collectors are required to take and pass exams proctored by the state, and must maintain minimum competency through continuing education credits.