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Commissioners hear DMV billing timing leaves July–September vehicle bills at old rate
Summary
Scotland County finance staff told commissioners that the NC Division of Motor Vehicles bills motor-vehicle taxes 90–120 days in advance, meaning July–September bills reflect the prior 99¢ rate; the DMV advised residents to request refunds if necessary, and the county will seek guidance from Richmond County on handling the issue.
Finance Director John Jorgenson told the board that NC DMV typically bills motor-vehicle taxes 90–120 days in advance, so bills already mailed for July through September reflect the former 99¢ rate rather than the newly adopted $0.699 rate. Jorgenson reported the DMV indicated it had no on‑system correction available and that residents would need to request refunds if they were overbilled.
Attorney Ed Johnston said when he called the State Department of Revenue about his personal bill he was advised he could request a refund. Commissioners asked staff to contact Cary Garner, Richmond County's finance director, for advice and to report back at the board's next meeting. Commissioner Shelley cautioned citizens against blaming the county, noting the timing results from state billing practices rather than local action.
