Butler homeowners who noticed an error in the per capita tax on the tax cards they received in the mail should call the Treasurer's office to get the matter resolved.

The Butler County assessment office, which prints the cards, erroneously charged each household member whose name appears on the deed to a home with the $10 per capita tax, said John Grenci, city treasurer.

Homeowners, as well as renters, must pay the tax, Grenci said.

The cards were mailed to city residents Wednesday and several residents have called Grenci's office after noticing the error, he said.

It is common for a deceased spouse's name to remain on a deed when the spouse dies, he said.

A second problem was also discovered.

Residents who have been permanently exonerated from paying the per capita tax were incorrectly billed, Grenci said.

People who have been permanently exonerated don't have to pay, he said. Those who aren't sure if they are permanently exonerated should call the treasurer's office to find out, he said.

The treasurer's office phone number is 724-285-4124, ext 208 or 209.

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