Seniors Encouraged to Apply for Tax Rebate Programs

Unified Government launches services to help eligible seniors take advantage of savings

Starting on Tuesday, January 3, 2023, the Unified Government (UG) will be launching neighborhood outreach to Wyandotte County and Kansas City, Kansas seniors to help them apply for tax rebates on their homes and utilities. Seniors can call 3-1-1 to make an appointment to present their paperwork and complete applications at any of the available locations throughout the week and, if needed, can arrange for free transportation to their appointment. Seniors are advised to plan at least 48 hours in advance for transportation.

There have been some changes to the senior tax rebate programs from the State of Kansas this year and the Unified Government has posted updated qualifications and documentation requirements on their website at wycokck.org/clerk.

Homestead Safe Senior Rebate Program: Wyandotte County residents born before January 1, 1967, blind or disabled prior to 2022 and own their home for an entire year or have dependent minors under the age of 18 living with them, with an annual income of $37,750 or less may be eligible for a tax refund. With the new Senior Veteran Rebate, a disabled veteran or spouse of a disabled veteran may qualify if the annual income is $50,000 or less.

Utility & Sales Tax Rebate Program: Seniors residing in Kansas City, Kansas and born before January 1, 1967, with an annual income of $25,000 or less the opportunity may be eligible for refunds of up to $150 for utilities (electricity, gas, water, phone).

Make an Appointment Today for any of these Locations

To ensure residents fully understand the application process and document requirements, the Unified Government Clerk’s Office will be hosting one-on-one appointments starting Tuesday, January 3 through Friday, March 31 to help answer any questions and walk residents through their applications. Appointments will be available at the following community centers and business locations throughout Wyandotte County and Kansas City, Kansas:

• Beatrice L. Lee Community Center (Tuesdays), 9AM – 12PM
• Armourdale Community Center (Tuesdays), 1PM – 4PM
• Joe E. Amayo Community Center (Wednesdays), 9AM – 12PM
• The Windmill KC (Wednesdays), 10AM – 2PM
• Eisenhower Community Center (Thursdays), 9AM – 12PM
• KCK Annex Building (Thursdays), 1PM – 4PM
• City Hall, Office of the Clerk (Mondays – Fridays), 8:30AM – 4PM (No appointment needed)

For more information regarding the tax rebate programs, transportation and appointment scheduling, please call 3-1-1 or visit our website at www.wycokck.org/clerk.

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