Wheel tax reimbursement program begins in 2021, here’s how it works

CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. (CLARKSVILLENOW) – The $25 increase to Montgomery County’s wheel tax will go into effect on Feb. 1, 2021. An amendment to the resolution will offer an exemption for some county residents based on age and income.

The County Commission voted 13-6 to increase the wheel tax by $25 to a total $74 on Oct. 12, 2020. Revenue from the increase will be used to fund CMCSS’s growth plan, particularly the construction of a new school in the Kirkwood area.

The exception, proposed by Commissioner Chris Rasnic and approved unanimously by the County Commission, will be available to individuals 65 years old or older at the time of registration issuance or renewal and with an annual household income of $25,000 or less. Only one exemption will be given per household.

How does the rebate work

These residents will be eligible to receive reimbursement for their wheel tax.

The exemption goes into effect on Feb. 1, 2021. Applications will be made available on Feb. 1 through the Montgomery County Trustee’s Office, the Montgomery County Clerk’s office and mcgtn.org.

“We have been receiving inquiries at the County Clerk and Trustee Office in regards to the application for reimbursement and felt it was important for the public to know when and how the process will be done,” stated Montgomery County Mayor Jim Durrett.

Once the rebate program goes into effect, completed applications can be returned to the Trustee’s Office in person according to County Spokesperson Michelle Newell. Applicants will be notified of eligibility within 45 days. The final decision for eligibility will be made by the County Trustee.

Once approved, a reimbursement check for $35 will be mailed out.

“As always, we are happy to accommodate for relief to those in our community who are eligible for tax relief whether it is for wheel or property tax,” said Trustee Kimberly Wiggins.

“I will continue to work closely with the Trustee’s Office to assist in this process.  I want to ensure those eligible for this program will have the information they need to apply,” explained County Clerk Kellie Jackson.