Special Assessments 
Special Assessments are a financial tool that cities sometimes use to help fund projects. When used, properties adjacent to a specific project are charged an amount equal to the increase in value that the project provided to that property. 

The charges cover a portion of the project's costs and are typically paid off over time with interest. 

Note: properties cannot be assessed more for a project than the value increase provided from the project. 

Special Assessments - Street Projects
Street Project Assessments are sometimes uses for the reconstruction or repair to streets, utilities, sidewalks, and alleys. 

Special Assessments - Delinquent Utility Bills
Every fall, the City Council assesses to property taxes unpaid utility balances. 

Special Assessments - Miscellaneous Abatement
Every fall, the City Council assesses to property taxes any unpaid miscellaneous abatement charges. The most common being lawn mowing when grass height has surpassed City Code standards. 

Special Assessment Search
A special assessment search shows pending or levied assessments on properties. Please contact the Finance Director for requests on a special assessment search.