Real Estate Taxes Homestead Exemption Credit

Turning 65 in 2008? Don't forget to register for the homestead exemption credit on your real estate taxes. Applications for the 2008 tax year must be received in our office by June 2. All qualifying homeowners receive a flat $25,000 property tax exemption on the market value of their home. Click here for further information and an application.

International Gem & Jewelry Show Returns to Veterans Memorial

The International Gem & Jewelry Show, the renowned exhibition of exotic gems and one-of-a-kind jewelry is coming to Columbus with thousands of items on display and for sale Friday, May 9 through Sunday, May 11, 2008 at Franklin County Veterans Memorial. For tickets and more information, visit the website for The International Gem & Jewelry Show at www.intergem.com.

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Office on Aging Receives I&R Accreditation

The Franklin County Office on Aging (FCOA) is now an accredited information and referral agency through the Alliance of Information and Referral Systems (AIRS). FCOA joins a select group of organizations and programs that have demonstrated their competence in meeting the Standards for Professional Information & Referral (I&R). FIRSTLINK is the only other accredited AIRS organization in Franklin County. Click here to read more about Office on Aging's new I&R Accreditation.

Franklin County Dog Shelter Rabies Immunization Clinic

Come to the Franklin County Dog Shelter on Friday, May 16, 2007 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. to take advantage of the low-cost rabies immunization clinic. The cost for the rabies immunization is only $5.00 (cash only). Microchipping will be offered for $10.00 (cash only), and dog licenses and dog adoptions will also available.

The clinic is for dogs, cats and ferrets, and all animals must be on leash or in an animal carrier. Animals between three months and one year old will receive a one-year vaccination. Animals older than one year, with proof of current vaccination will receive a three-year vaccination. Please bring prior vaccination records or tags if you have them. Pets that have expired vaccinations may only receive a one-year vaccination.

This event is being held in conjunction with Dog Bite Awareness Week and is being sponsored by the United States Postal Service, the Franklin County Board of Health, Franklin County Department of Animal Care and Control, Columbus Public Health, Columbus Academy of Veterinary Medicine, the Franklin County Board of Commissioners, the Franklin County Auditor, and the Capital Area Humane Society.

Click here for more rabies immunization clinic information or call 614-462-3411.

Office on Aging Day with your Columbus Clippers

Enjoy a day filled with fun, entertainment and our home team, Thursday, May 29, 2008 at the Franklin County Office on Aging Day with your Columbus Clippers. Gates open at 11:15 a.m. and game time is 12:05 p.m. as the Columbus Clippers host the Louisville Bats. Seniors attending the event will be treated to reduced ticket prices of just $1.00, a boxed lunch and special door prizes. Tickets must be purchased in advance. Tickets may be obtained by calling (614) 462-5230.

Franklin County Office on Aging Day with the Columbus Clippers is proudly sponsored by The Franklin County Board of Commissioners, the Franklin County Office on Aging, the Columbus Messenger and 920 WMNI Radio.

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Homestead Applications Are Now Being Accepted

The homestead application period is open the first Monday in January through the first Monday in June annually. Senior citizen and disabled homeowners who were eligible for the homestead exemption in 2007 and missed the October 1 deadline can apply for the homestead exemption for tax year 2008 and future years, as well as for a reduction in the 2007 taxes (to be credited later in 2008).

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