Finance - Pawling Central School District

Business Office Mission

The role of the Business Office is to provide financial support services to our educational program and to safeguard District assets. We are responsible for all the financial data and reporting for the District. We develop and monitor the budgeted expenses and revenues, administer payroll and benefits for both employees and retirees, and facilitate the bidding and purchasing of all the goods and services utilized throughout the District.

Our mission is to provide the most efficient and economical financial support service to our students, staff and community. Business Office departments include Payroll, Purchasing, Treasurer, Accounts Payable, and Tax Collection. Additional departments that report to the Assistant Superintendent for Finance are Transportation, Buildings and Grounds, and Food Services.

We invite you to contact the following office staff for assistance as needed:

Assistant Superintendent for Finance/Benefits	Marianne (Mimi) Heslin	(845) 855-4661	heslinm@pcsdny.org
District Treasurer	Janet Heubel	(845) 855-4601	heubelj@pcsdny.org
Payroll	TBD	(845) 855-4606	heslinm@pcsdny.org
Accounts Payable	Richard Chang	(845) 855-4660	accountspayable@pcsdny.org
Purchasing and Tax Collection	Joyce Recinos	(845) 855-4657	recinosj@pcsdny.org

School Tax Information

Info-Tax Online

Town of Pawling Property Tax Info

Pawling Central School District Tax Collection

Contact: Joyce Recinos, School Tax Collector

recinosj@pcsdny.org

845-855-4657

M&T Bank is only accepting payments by mail. Payments may be sent as indicated below:

For regular US Mail delivery use this address:

Pawling CSD c/o M&T Bank

PO Box 2486

Buffalo, NY 14240-2486

For overnight mail delivery use this address:

Pawling CSD c/o M&T Bank

Lockbox 2486

626 Commerce Drive

Amherst, NY 14228

DO NOT SEND ANY PAYMENTS TO M&T BANK AFTER NOVEMBER 1, 2024.

They will be returned to you.

A drop box will be available at the PCSD District Office located at 515 Route 22, from 9 AM to 3 PM on school business days, for check payments only. Receipts, if requested, will be mailed after the payment has been processed.

Cash payments will only be accepted by appointment. Call 845-855-4657 to schedule an appointment in advance.

ANY OTHER CORRESPONDENCE SHOULD BE SENT TO:

Pawling Central School District, ATTN: Joyce Recinos - Tax Collector, 515 Route 22, Pawling, NY 12564

NOTE: Post office postmarks are acceptable as proof of payment. Postage meter postmarks are not.

Full Payments are due without penalty by September 30, 2024. Full Payments with an additional 2% penalty included will be accepted from October 1, 2024 to November 1, 2024. All balances not received by November 1, 2024 are turned over to the County. The County will then bill you and an additional penalty will be added.

Installment Payments:

First Installment Payments are due by September 15, 2024.

Second Installment Payments will be billed and collected by the County at any time up to March 15, 2025. Please DO NOT send second installment payments to the school district. We are unable to accept them and they will be returned.

FAQ

How Do I get a copy of my tax bill?

You may visit Info-Tax Online to print a copy of your tax bill or receipt. Choose Pawling from the list of municipalities, then in the search box for taxpayer enter last name only, then click on search button.

How do I get a copy of a paid receipt?

Receipts are mailed to homeowners who request one once payment is processed. If you need a copy of your receipt, please visit Info-Tax Online and follow the instructions above.

What if my mortgage company pays my taxes?

You can still use Info-Tax Online to verify payment, however if your payment is not shown, you will need to direct your questions to your mortgage company or bank.

How do I change the address where my bill is sent?

Please contact your local Assessors Office:

Beekman: (845) 724-3361 Dover: (845) 832-3188

East Fishkill: (845) 226-6353 Patterson: (845) 878-6500 Pawling: (845) 855-3244

How do I enroll in the STAR program?

To enroll in STAR, you will need to visit the NYS Department of Taxation and Finance website at www.tax.ny.gov/star or you may call (518) 457-2036 between 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM on weekdays.

6. When is the last day I can pay my school taxes?

First Installment Payments must be postmarked no later than September 15^th.*
Full Payments without Penalty must be postmarked no later than September 30^th.*
Full Payments with a 2% Penalty must be postmarked no later than November 1st.*

* Only Post Office postmarks will be accepted, no postage meters.

What do I do if I disagree with my assessment? Please visit the NYS Department of Tax and Finance at:

https://www.tax.ny.gov/pit/property/

How do I find out about and settle any back taxes I may owe?

You will need to contact the Commissioner of Finance as follows:

Dutchess County

http://www.co.dutchess.ny.us/CountyGov/Departments/Finance/FNIndex.htm (845) 486-2025

Putnam County

http://www.putnamcountyny.com/finance/ 845-808-1075

9. How do I change the escrow bank on my tax bill?

Please call Dutchess County Real Property Tax Office at (845) 486-2140.

10. When will I receive the STAR Reimbursement?

STAR credit checks will be mailed by NYS beginning in early September and will continue through the following weeks. Please visit www.tax.ny.gov for more information.