March 18, 2022

Tax Relief Deadline, Proposed FY2023 Budget Released, County Job Opportunities Posted

2022 Tax Relief Deadline Approaching
York County offers a program for taxpayers who are age 65 or older or permanently disabled. Tax Relief for the Elderly and Disabled exempts, or partially exempts, the tax on their real estate or mobile home. An application must be filed with the Commissioner of the Revenue, annually, by April 1. Read more details and find an application here. There is also a tax exemption on real property for qualified veterans that are 100% service-connected, permanent and totally disabled, or surviving spouse due April 1. Find out details and to see if you qualify here.

The Commissioner of Social Services Comes To York County
York-Poquoson Department of Social Services welcomed a special visitor this week in honor of Social Services Awareness Month. Dr. Danny Avula, newly appointed by Governor Youngkin, held a “meet and greet” at the local office as one of his first field visits. Dr. Avula had a chance to meet the team and thank these unsung heroes for all they do to serve the families in our community. The Commissioner received a lot of positive comments and feedback for the good work being done by YPDSS and shared what his office is doing to support their efforts. As one of the higher performing agencies in the State, York County was specially selected for this personal visit.

FY2023 Proposed Budget Now Available Online
Neil Morgan, York County Administrator presented his proposed FY2023 budget at the Tuesday (3/15) Board of Supervisors meeting. This is the budget that will begin July 1, 2022 and run through June 30, 2023. Morgan shared the budget drivers and priorities but also cautioned that changes may occur depending on any General Assembly actions (i.e. grocery sales tax). The full budget document is available online now along with a link to the replay of the presentation. Comments on this proposed budget may be emailed to the Board at bos@yorkcounty.gov.

Registration Is Open for Youth Bike Series at New Quarter Park
Youth ages 5 to 17, interested in competing in any of the races may now register online to secure their spot for Weekend on Your Wheels at New Quarter Park! There are 3 race days offered: April 3, April 10, and May 1. The fee is $10 per race or $25 for the entire series. Space for each race will be limited, so be sure to register soon! For more information or to register, visit our website at www.yorkcounty.gov/parksandrec.

Additional Notes for the Week… York County is Hiring! Check out all the postings here including openings in the Emergency Communications-911 center; Summer Part-time jobs; and Seasonal Grounds Maintenance positions with a starting pay that just increased $2 an hour. Other benefits for full-time employees include paid time off, affordable healthcare, and pension. 2022 4-H Junior Summer Camp Online Only Registration opens tomorrow Saturday, March 19th at 9:00 a.m. York/Poquoson camp week is scheduled for August 1-5 at the Jamestown 4-H Educational Center. More information and links to register are posted on our website.

Citizen News Weekly is compiled and published by York County Public Affairs each Friday to share news and events with our citizens and neighbors. This weekly newsletter is placed on our website and delivered directly to your inbox. Questions? Contact Gail Whittaker, Public Information Officer: (757) 890-3310 or whittgl@yorkcounty.gov.