Published: October 20, 2009 09:41 pm      

The Tribune News Briefs

• Floyd County

Property taxes can be paid online

Floyd County residents can now make property tax payments online, in addition to the treasurer’s office and at local banks.

For added convenience, taxpayers may use an American Express, Discover, MasterCard or VISA credit cards, debit cards or electronic check to make a payment. The county has contracted with Point & Pay, a third party vendor, to operate as an extension of its customer support and payment processing services.

The new service gives residents a flexible, secure method of making payments conveniently and on time. Depending upon individual card benefits, cardholders can even earn rewards such as airline miles or other bonuses when paying their taxes with a credit card.

Residents can make an online tax payment by going to the county’s Web site at www.floydcounty.in.gov and click on the Pay Your Property Taxes Online Now! link. Phone payments can be made by calling the Interactive Voice Response system at toll-free 866-974-8089 and follow the voice prompts.

Information requested will include a parcel number, credit/debit card or checking account information, and the amount that is to be paid. A 2.95 percent fee of the total being paid will be charged for this convenient service.

The first installment must be paid by Nov. 10 to avoid penalty and interest charges, and second half payments are due by Jan. 11, 2010.

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NARFE hosts meeting with Anthem rep

The New Albany National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association, NARFE Chapter 1777, will host its monthly luncheon meeting at 11 a.m. Thursday, at Tommy Lancaster’s Restaurant, 1629 East Market St., New Albany.

The guest speaker will be an Indiana representative for Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield. The Indiana Tax Initiative will be discussed during the business section of the meeting.

All active and retired federal employees are welcome to attend.

Call 812-952-2663 or 812-948-9209 for more information.

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Prayer Breakfast tickets on sale

The annual New Albany Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast is scheduled for Nov. 14 at New Albany High School. The event begins at 8 a.m.

Patrick Henry Hughes will be the guest speaker and food will be supplied by Tommy Lancaster’s.

Tickets are $7 in advance and $8 at the door. Tickets can be purchased at the mayor’s office or at the Floyd County Clerk’s office. For more information about tickets and the event, call 812-948-5333 or 812-948-5411.

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INDATA Project Demo Day on Autism Thursday

The INDATA Project at Easter Seals Crossroads is hosting a “Demo Day” featuring devices that assist people with autism from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, at Rauch, Inc., 1200 Bono Road, New Albany, with a registration deadline at 4 p.m. today.

Autism affects more than one million Americans and is the fastest-growing developmental disability, according to the Autism Society of America. In some cases, the assistive technology provided can ultimately determine whether someone is able to work outside of their home or attend a public school as well as help better the communication between individuals and their families or friends. A variety of devices will be demonstrated including touch screens, adaptive keyboards, trackballs, Visual and Schedule Assistant, and some communication devices.

Contact Carol Girt at 1-888-466-1314 to register for a free half-hour appointment.

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Friends book sale Nov. 7

From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Nov. 7, the Friends of the New Albany-Floyd County Public Library will hold a book sale in the library’s Annex Building. All books in the business and reference section will be discounted by 50 percent. Regular prices are $1 for hardbacks and videos; 50 cents for paperbacks and CDs; 25 cents for cassette tapes; 10 cents for magazines; and 5 cents for vinyl records. Children’s books are available at prices of $1 or less.

For more information, call Kathy at 944-9784 or check the Friends section on the library Web site, nafclibrary.org.

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Youth Shelter hosts Trunk or Treat

The Floyd County Youth Shelter will host a Trunk or Treat from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Oct. 30, at the rather spooky old county asylum, 3005 Grant Line Road, New Albany.

“Trunk or Treat” sponsors can compete for prizes for the best of trunk decorations and costumes. Sponsors can reserve a free space for their vehicle display by calling 812-948-5481. Setup starts at 5:30 p.m.

Admission for children wishing to trick or treat is $3 with the proceeds to benefit Floyd County Youth Shelter.

Call 812-948-5481 for details.

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