Tax Bill Information
Tax bills will be mailed the last week of August.
Payments for school taxes will be accepted without penalty from September 1st through September 30th. Payments for school taxes will be accepted with a 2% penalty from October 1st – November 2nd.
Payments may be mailed to:
Red Creek CSD Tax Collector
PO Box 190
Red Creek, NY 13143
Payments may also be dropped off at the district office Drop Box:
6624 South Street
Red Creek, NY 13143
The District Office Drop Box is located just past the District Office entryway, closest to the baseball fields past Cuyler Elementary.
Please note that taxes must be paid in full for the exact amount of the tax bill.
Taxes may be paid with a check, money order, or cash. Credit card and over-the-phone payments are not accepted.
Make checks payable to: Red Creek CSD, Tax Collector
View your tax bill online at www.taxlookup.net. You must choose "Wayne"- even if your parcel is in Cayuga County.
Tax Bills FAQs:
When will I get my school tax bill?
Bills are mailed the last week of August. If you do not receive your bill by September 5th, you may contact the School Tax Collector at 315-754-2016. You may also view your bill online at www.taxlookup.net and clicking “Wayne County”.
What is the due date for payments with no penalty?
Payments postmarked by September 30, 2026, will be accepted with no penalty.
Can I get another copy of my tax bill?
Tax bills can be viewed online at www.taxlookup.net. You may also contact our Tax Collector at 315-754-2016 for a copy of your bill.
How can I obtain a receipt?
To streamline the payment process while protecting taxpayer dollars against rising costs, receipts are now uploaded as they are processed and always available at www.taxlookup.net by clicking “Wayne County”.
For a mailed receipt, you MUST provide a self-addressed, postage paid envelope with payment.
How do I apply for STAR?
For assistance with your STAR exemption please contact NYS at 518-457-2036 or visit the STAR resource center at: https://www.tax.ny.gov/star/ . Please note that new applicants will receive a check in the mail instead of a reduction on their tax bill.
How can I pay my taxes?
Taxes may be paid with a check, money order, or cash. We do not offer payments by credit card. Payment must be made for the exact amount of your tax bill. We do not accept partial payments.
Payments may either be mailed or placed in the District Office Drop Box.
What if I mail my payment on September 30th, will I be charged penalties?
If the envelope you mail your payment in is postmarked September 30, 2026, no penalties or fees will be applied.
I didn’t mail my payment by September 30th, what amount should I be sending in?
If you are making payment after September 30th, make sure that your payment amount includes the 2% penalty. This information can be found on the bottom left of your tax bill. If you are not sure, please feel free to contact the School Tax Collector at 315-754-2016 for clarification.
What if I don’t pay my taxes by November 2nd?
Any taxes that are unpaid as of November 2nd will be turned over to the counties. The counties will add this amount to your county tax bill along with additional penalties. We will not accept tax payments after November 2nd at the school district.
How do I update my name or address?
Permanent name and address changes:
- Cayuga County - Online at https://www.cayugacounty.gov/1387/Address-Change or call 315-253-1270.
- Wayne County - Contact your local assessor.
Changes made at the school are temporary. The county records will take over again next year.
What if I disagree with my assessment?
Contact your local assessor to contest your assessment.
Who do I contact if I have questions?
Our School Tax Collector, Shelby Whiffen, can be reached at 315-754-2016 or by email at shelby.whiffen@rccsd.org