Senior, disabled persons and disabled vets, along with those participating in disaster installments need to mail that final installment payment no later than July 31st. Missed installments incur 6% penalty and 1% interest if not postmarked by that date. Payment may be made in person at the Galveston, League City, Santa Fe, and Texas City branches of the Tax Office weekdays from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Friendswood City Hall on Thursday and Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (except for one hour from Noon to 1:00 p.m.) and the Crystal Beach office which is open the third Tuesday of each month from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.(except for one hour from Noon to 1:00 p.m.). Payments may also be deposited in drop boxes located at most locations or paid on-line using e-check or credit card. Visit our website at www.galcotax.com and click on the red database button to access your account.
For additional information, contact a Property Tax Specialist at 409-766-2481 or call toll free at
1-877-766-2284 (ask for the Property Tax Department).
Cheryl E. Johnson
Galveston County Tax Assessor/Collector