PUBLIC NOTICE
Governor Reynolds issued a proclamation on 3/19/2020, that waives late penalty on PROPERTY TAX PAYMENTS through April 16, 2020, to help give some assistance to Iowans dealing with the impact of COVID-19’s arrival in our state. Payments must be postmarked by April 16, 2020, paid online at
www.iowa treasurers.org by April 16, 2020, or dropped off in the drop box on West side of Courthouse by April 16^th to avoid a late penalty.  The Emmet County Treasurer’s staff are still in the office handling workflow and answering questions by phone and email. 
 
If your DRIVER’S LICENSE has an expiration date of January 16, 2020 or later, you do not have to renew your license at this time.  It will remain valid until the declared disaster is lifted.  It is also considered valid to fly with an expiration date during this time period.
 
If your VEHICLE REGISTRATION expired January 2020, or later, it will be considered valid until the declared disaster has ended. 
 
If you purchase or transfer a vehicle, you will not be required to obtain a title and registration within 30 days.  This will remain in effect until the declared disaster is over.  Carry your purchase documents/bill of sale in your car when driving until it is transferred into your name and plated. The bill of sale is also needed at the treasurer’s office to complete the transfer.
 
All of this could change if there is an extension to the proclamation. If you have questions, call the Emmet County Treasurer’s office at 712-362-5679.