The Property Tax Process

Property tax amounts are determined by multiplying the assessed value of the property and applicable mill rates. The assessed value is determined by the Assessing Department and Mill Rates (tax rates) are set annually by the Assembly. The Finance Department prepares and mails the property tax statements by July 1^st of each year according to the Levy Roll.

Taxes are due when billed. If paid in one payment, it is due by October 15^th of each year. However, if half of a tax bill is paid by August 15^th, the second half is not due until November 15^th.

A 10% penalty is added if taxes are not paid on time, and interest starts accruing at 12% per annum.

Refunds

OVERPAYMENT REFUNDS

Real estate taxes are payable in a single payment on October 15^th or a split payment due on August 15^th and November 15^th. Over payments sometimes occur when a property is refinanced, sold, or multiple parties (taxpayer/lender, taxpayer/spouse, title company or closing agent) each submit a payment for the same property. Once the final payments on November 15^th are received and processed the Finance Department will review overpayments and process refunds.  The normal processing time for refunds is 2 to 4 weeks.

Over payments for solid waste disposal charge accounts will be applied to the account declared.  When the account is closed with written notice a refund check will be processed within 2 to 4 weeks from the date of the request.

If you have a question about a possible over payment on your real estate, solid waste disposal, or a refund you believe you are due email dcross@kodiakak.us or call the Finance Department at 907-486-9323.

Unpaid Ta​xes

If taxes remain unpaid, the foreclosure process usually begins in January. Per State Statute 29.45.320, a petition for judgment is presented to the superior court and a listing of delinquent accounts is printed in the newspaper for four consecutive weeks. During this year the property may be redeemed by paying all taxes, penalties and interest, and other costs.
If, after this year, the taxes have not been paid, the Borough, in accordance with State Statute 29.45.460, can retain the property for a public purpose or sell the foreclosed property. Tax foreclosed property is sold via sealed bid and/or public outcry auction.