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1. What methods of payments does the City accept?

For your utility billing, you may pay with Visa, MasterCard or Discover by paying online or you may pay by check, money order or cashier’s check. For more information, please visit the Finance Department webpage. Online Payment

2. I think there is error with my utility bill, who should I contact?

Please contact the Finance Department at: 815-748-2085

3. What is the sales tax for the city of DeKalb?

The sales tax rate for the City of DeKalb is 8.00%. The City receives 2.75% of the 8.00%.

4. What type of taxes, besides sales tax, are there in DeKalb?

The City of DeKalb has Property tax, Hotel and Motel Tax, Restaurant, Bar, and Packaged Liquor tax, and Local Motor Fuel tax. For more information regarding these taxes please visit the Finance Department website page or Chapter 55, 57, 60, 61, 62, 63, and 66 of the
Municipal Code.