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Posted on: May 23, 2023

Board approves summer hours at Government Services Building

Government Services Building Third St. entrance

Beginning Monday, June 5 through Friday, Sept. 29, the Rice County Government Services Building will operate on a modified schedule.

During that time, the building in Faribault will be open to the public from 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday to Thursday. On Friday,...

The change was approved Tuesday by the Board of Co

The change was approved Tuesday by the Board of Co Property Tax
Posted on: May 16, 2023

HomeHelpMN can assist with housing-related expenses due to the pandemic

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HomeHelpMN helps eligible homeowners who have fallen behind on housing-related expenses due to the pandemic with up to $50,000 in financial assistance. Homeowners should apply as soon as they become past due.

HomeHelpMN may be able to assist with past-due ...

Homeowners should apply as soon as they become pas

Homeowners should apply as soon as they become pas Property Tax
Posted on: April 26, 2023

Own your own home? You may be eligible for a property tax refund

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Some Minnesota homeowners, depending on their income, or the percentage or amount of increase in their property taxes could be eligible for a property tax refund known as the Minnesota Homestead Credit Refund.

To qualify, you must:• Have a valid S...

Deadline to file is Aug. 16, 2023.

Deadline to file is Aug. 16, 2023. Property Tax
Posted on: March 17, 2023

Assessor’s Office sets Boards of Appeal & Equalization, alternative meetings

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Property owners recently received a Notice of Valuation and Classification for Taxes Payable for 2024.  This form is to notify you of the market value and classification of your property for assessment year 2023.  The property taxes that...

Property taxes paid in 2024 will be based on this

Property taxes paid in 2024 will be based on this Property Tax