Village of Evans Mills
Municipal Office
Contact Us:
Taylor Scheer - Clerk-Treasurer
Abbigayle Culbertson - Deputy Clerk - Treasurer
EvansMillsDeputyClerk@outlook.com
315-629-4753 Ext.1
Office Hours:
Monday - Thursday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM - 1:00PM
CLOSED ON ALL FEDERAL HOLIDAYS
The Village Clerk-Treasurer’s office is here to serve the residents of the Village of Evans Mills. We help keep the Village running smoothly by maintaining records, handling finances, and assisting residents with everyday needs such as taxes, permits, water/sewer and local information.
We work closely with the Mayor, Village Board, and other departments to ensure operations are efficient, transparent, and accessible to the community. Whether you need help with a payment, have a question about Village services, or are looking for information, the Clerk-Treasurer’s office is your first stop.
Please note: The Village Office does not provide notary services.
Water & Sewer
The Village Clerk-Treasurer’s Office is responsible for all water and sewer billing in the Village of Evans Mills.
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Bills are issued quarterly to all residents and property owners connected to the Village water and sewer systems.
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Payments can be made in person, online, by mail, or by phone with debit/credit card.
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Unpaid balances may be subject to late fees and can be re-levied onto Village property taxes if not paid in full.
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For questions about your bill, account balances, or payment options, please contact the Village Office during regular business hours.
💧 Need a final water read? Contact us today by phone or email to schedule.
Documents & Links:
Waste Management:
Pre-Paid Services are available. Bills are due by the 15th of every month unless otherwise stated on your bill.
Village Taxes - New tax cycle starts June 1st, 2026.
Village of Evans Mills
2026 Holiday & Office Closure Schedule
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June 19, 2026 – Juneteenth National Independence Day
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July 3, 2026 – Independence Day (Observed)
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September 7, 2026 – Labor Day
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October 12, 2026 – Columbus Day
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November 11, 2026 – Veterans Day
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November 26, 2026 – Thanksgiving Day
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November 27, 2026 – Day After Thanksgiving
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December 24, 2026 – Christmas Eve
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December 25, 2026 – Christmas Day
Village Property Tax Collection
The Village Clerk-Treasurer, acting as Receiver of Taxes, collects Village taxes only. Tax bills are mailed out by Jefferson County at the end of May. Property owners have until June 30, 2026 to pay without penalty. If you do not receive your tax bill by June 1st, please contact the Village Office.
2026 Tax Payment Period:
Payments can be made in the Village Office or over the phone using debit/credit card (processing fees apply)
Checks can be made out to "Village of Evans Mills"
Late Penalties
5% – July
6% – August
7% – September
8% – October
Village Taxes for the 2026-2027 tax year will be collected from June 1, 2026 through June 30, 2026.
Taxes may be paid in person at the Village Office during normal business hours or by using the Village drop box located outside the office.
Payments must be received by June 30, 2026 to avoid penalties and additional interest. Please make checks payable to the Village and include your tax bill stub with payment.
Payment Options:
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By phone: Call (315) 629-4753 ext. 1 to make payments conveniently over the phone.(Fees Apply)
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By mail to: Taylor Scheer, Village Tax Collector, P.O. Box 176, Evans Mills, NY 13637
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Accepted forms of payment: Check, Money Order, Cash or Debit/Credit Card (by phone at 315-629-4753 ext. 1
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Please include your tax payment stub with all payments.
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Mailed payments must be postmarked by the U.S. Postal Service on or before June 30th to avoid penalties.
⚠️ Property taxes cannot be paid online through the Village website at this time.
Looking Ahead:
The next tax cycle will begin on June 1, 2026.
Helpful Resource:
Use the GIS Tax Map from Jefferson County for parcel and property information.
Tax Exemptions:
Please contact the Town of LeRay Assessor, 315-629-4052
Freedom of Information Law (FOIL)
The Freedom of Information Law (FOIL), under New York State Public Officers Law, Article 6, grants the public the right to access government records, with certain exceptions.
For more information about FOIL and the Personal Privacy Protection Law (Article 6-A), please visit the New York State Committee on Open Government.
What Is a “Record”?
A “record” includes nearly any information kept by the Village, such as:
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Reports, statements, or memoranda
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Files, folders, books, or manuals
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Maps, drawings, designs, or photos
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Letters, forms, or papers
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Computer files, disks, or tapes
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Rules, regulations, or codes
Exemptions
Certain records are exempt from disclosure under State Law. The Records Access Officer may deny a request, in whole or in part, if it falls under these exemptions. See Article 6, Section 87(2) of the Public Officers Law for more information.
Request Procedure
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All requests must be submitted in writing to the Records Access Officers.
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Requests must reasonably describe the records sought.
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To help us locate records, please include details such as dates, file names, or subject matter whenever possible.
Budgets:
Budget 2025 - 2026 - Click Here
Other
2026 Village Tax Roll - Click Here
2025 Village Tax Roll - Click Here