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- calendar_today October 30, 2026
Bernalillo County Rolls Out New Property Tax Bill Tool
The Bernalillo County Treasurer’s Office is providing property owners in the county with new resources to better understand their upcoming 2026 property tax bill. Informational tools have been made available online, making the process of reviewing and comprehending property taxes simpler and more transparent.
Introducing the 'Know Your Tax Bill' Initiative
The “Know Your Tax Bill” initiative builds upon the Assessor’s Office’s existing “Know Your Value” campaign. While the previous campaign educated property owners about how their property is valued, the new initiative focuses specifically on breaking down the various parts of a property tax bill and illustrating how these components contribute to the total amount owed.
Statement from the Bernalillo County Treasurer
According to Bernalillo County Treasurer Tim Eichenberg, there are multiple variables that influence how a property tax bill is calculated. Eichenberg stated in a news release, “The Treasurer’s Office just wants to make sure our constituents understand how their bill is calculated rather than simply accepting the amount they owe.” This underscores the office’s commitment to increasing transparency and public understanding regarding property taxes.
Resources for Taxpayers: Video and Interactive PDF
The “Know Your Tax Bill” initiative provides property owners with:
- A video that explains the different components of a property tax bill.
- An interactive PDF that guides users through a sample tax bill. The document allows for hovering over or clicking on highlighted, numbered sections, offering further explanations for each segment.
These tools are designed to help users make sense of what can often be a complex and confusing process, ensuring that property owners are equipped with the knowledge they need to understand their own bills fully.
A Focus on Transparency and Education
With the launch of these online resources, the Treasurer’s Office seeks to empower County property owners by clarifying each element of the tax calculation process. By offering explanatory materials like videos and interactive documents, officials hope to provide clear answers to frequently asked questions and deepen the public’s understanding of property tax bills.
How to Access the New Tools
The online resources are now available for all Bernalillo County property owners. Those interested in learning more can visit the Treasurer’s Office website for direct access to the “Know Your Tax Bill” video and interactive PDF guide. These taxpayer resources are part of Bernalillo County’s ongoing effort to make public services more accessible and understandable for its residents.
Source: krqe.com.
