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Finance and Property Tax

The Municipality of McDougall provides open, transparent, accountable and innovative leadership in local governance and service delivery, including the management of financial resources.
 
The Finance Department provides financial services to Council, the Public and Municipal Departments. Primary responsibilities include:
  • General accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable
  • Billing and collection of municipal taxes
  • Water/Wastewater billing
  • Debt administration
  • Investments and cash management
  • Preparation of the Municipality's operating and capital budgets
  • Provide information, reports, analysis and guidance to Council, the Public and Municipal Departments regarding financial operations of the Municipality
  • Issue debentures relating to capital projects
  • Preparing the Municipality's annual financial statements


How to pay your Tax Bills and Utility Bills

Pre-Authorized Payment Program

The Pre-Authorized Payment Program allows your financial institution to automatically withdraw property tax payments from your account and send them directly to the Municipality of McDougall on your behalf. We offer two options:

  • Monthly Program: This is an 11-month plan (with no withdrawal in December).
  • Installment Program: Withdrawals are made on the due dates listed on your tax bill.

To enroll, please complete the Pre-Authorized Tax Payment Form.

A similar Pre-Authorized Payment Program is available for utility payments. Please complete the Pre-Authorized Utility Payment Form.

 

Credit Card, PayPal, or Interac E-Transfer

We do not accept credit card payments in the office or over the phone. However, you can pay your property taxes or utilities online through PaySimply, a secure third-party payment provider. PaySimply accepts all major credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, Amex), PayPal, or Interac E-Transfer. Please allow 3-5 business days for processing. Be aware that PaySimply charges a convenience fee to cover processing costs.

Debit Card

You can pay your taxes or utilities by debit card at the Municipal Office, or online at www.paysimply.ca.

Cheque

You may hand-deliver or mail a cheque to the Municipal Office. There is also a secure after-hours drop box available, but please do not place cash in the drop box.

Online Banking

Online banking is a quick and convenient way to pay your property taxes or utilities. To set it up, use your full 19-digit roll number (without spaces or decimals) as your account number for property taxes. For utilities, use the account number provided on your bill. For assistance, please contact your bank or our office.