Press Releases

Seal of the City of Baltimore, for use in news articles

Mayor Brandon M. Scott Announces Property Tax Payment Plans Enrollment Is Now Open

Mayor Brandon M. Scott announced that enrollment is now open for Baltimore's new Residential Property Tax Payment Plan Program, giving eligible residential property owners a flexible way to catch up on past-due real property taxes through manageable monthly payments.
Seal of the City of Baltimore, for use in news articles

City of Baltimore Improves Lien Certificate Turnaround Times and Technology With Streamlined Process

The City of Baltimore’s Bureau of Revenue Collections recently announced improvements in turnaround times, technology, and overall experience with its newly streamlined lien certificate process.
Seal of the City of Baltimore, for use in news articles

Mayor Brandon M. Scott Announces Property Tax Affordability Initiatives

Mayor Brandon M. Scott announced two major initiatives aimed at improving the property tax experience for Baltimore residents.
Seal of the City of Baltimore, for use in news articles

Mayor Scott Removes Owner-Occupied Homes from Tax Sale List for the Fifth Consecutive Year

Mayor Brandon M. Scott announced the removal of owner-occupied homes from the city's tax sale list following approval from the Board of Estimates.
Seal of the City of Baltimore, for use in news articles

City of Baltimore Marks Second Year of Progress with Procurement Transformation Efforts

The City of Baltimore's Bureau of Procurement (BOP), which manages nearly $1 billion in purchases for the city, recently reported progress toward transforming its purchasing system for goods and services.

Department of Finance Corporate and Revenue Compliance Unit Recovers $15 million in Fiscal 2024

The Department of Finance’s Corporate and Revenue Compliance (“CRC”) unit recently reported that it recovered more than $15 million in fiscal year 2024. The sources of revenue include hotel taxes, parking taxes, parking licenses, annual license fees, and other taxes and fees.