TAX COLLECTOR’S OFFICE Orange County, Florida

TAX COLLECTOR’S OFFICE ∙ Orange County, Florida “How it happened in Orange County, Florida A little bit of history ! 1868 – TAX COLLECTORS BECOME CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS Florida’s Constitution of 1868 made first referenced to the Tax Collector as the Collector of Revenue. Revenue Collector’s in this period were gubernatorial appointees who selected to serve two year terms – TAX COLLECTORS BECOME ELECTED OFFICIALS Under Florida’s 1885 Constitution gubernatorial appointments were curtailed and the election of “Tax Collectors” began. The legacy of having local electors in each county choose their Tax Collector continues to this day. PRESENT– TAX COLLECTOR RESPONSIBLE FOR PROVIDING STATE SERVICES Under our current Constitution, the Tax Collector is responsible for providing a wide range of state services. The Tax Collector is elected to serve four-year terms. 11/1/2015 6:34 AM In Chapter of the Florida Statutes, the Florida legislature declared its expressed legal intent to keep the tax collection process free from even the appearance of undue influence from those who levy, impose taxes, and who also budget and spend the people’s money.

TAX COLLECTOR’S OFFICE ∙ Orange County, Florida Our responsibilities… Proudly serving the people of Orange County, Florida! 11/1/2015 6:34 AM State vehicle, vessel and mobile home registration and title tax/fee collections, distributions and selected enforcement (driver’s licenses ) “What the State of Florida requires us to do!” State ad valorem property tax, non –ad valorem assessment and special assessment collections, distributions and enforcement

TAX COLLECTOR’S OFFICE ∙ Orange County, Florida Our responsibilities … “What the State of Florida requires us to do!” These services are performed on behalf of over 76 various local governments and agencies of the State of Florida. We come into contact with more citizens and taxpayers than any other local agency 11/1/2015 6:34 AM State hunting and fishing license fee Collections and distributions State authorized, Local Business Tax Receipts (formally known as Occupational License) collections, distributions and enforcement

TAX COLLECTOR’S OFFICE ∙ Orange County, Florida Our part in the system of checks and balances. “How we play our part in the tax process!” LOCAL PROPERTY TAXATION Taxing Authorities Tax Collector Property Appraiser 11/1/2015 6:34 AM

TAX COLLECTOR’S OFFICE ∙ Orange County, Florida Our part in the system of checks and balances. “How we play our part as the referee!” CITIZENS STATE OF FLORIDA LOCAL TAXING AUTHORITIES 11/1/2015 6:34 AM

TAX COLLECTOR’S OFFICE ∙ Orange County, Florida “The bottom Line!” Total Funds Processed $1,838,310,368 FY 09/10 11/1/2015 6:34 AM

TAX COLLECTOR’S OFFICE ∙ Orange County, Florida Types of fees and commissions transacted. “The closest thing to business in government!” 11/1/2015 6:34 AM

TAX COLLECTOR’S OFFICE ∙ Orange County, Florida State and local government distribution. 11/1/2015 6:34 AM

TAX COLLECTOR’S OFFICE ∙ Orange County, Florida Our expenses. $16,849,285 Personnel 73% Operating25% Capital 2% 11/1/2015 6:34 AM FY 09/10

TAX COLLECTOR’S OFFICE ∙ Orange County, Florida Our budget. “The bottom line! Total Funds Processed $1,838,310,368 REVENUES$38,934,317 EXPENSES$16,849,285 UNUSED FUNDING$22,085,032 11/1/2015 6:34 AM

TAX COLLECTOR’S OFFICE ∙ Orange County, Florida Who oversees the budget? 11/1/2015 6:34 AM THE DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE

TAX COLLECTOR’S OFFICE ∙ Orange County, Florida 11/1/2015 6:34 AM THANK YOU!