Berks County Treasurer
Berks County Treasurer
Mission Statement
Maximize the return of investments held by the County according to statute and required regulation.
Goals & Objectives
The goal and objective of the Treasurer’s Office is currently working with the townships & municipalities to implement credit card payment processing for the current year real estate taxes.
About The Department
The Treasurer is the custodian of the County money. The Treasurer collects real estate taxes, fees and receipts to disburse all funds after authorization by the Controller and the Commissioners. This department also issues licenses for Bingo, Small Games of Chance, hunting, fishing, dogs, and pistol permits (when used in conjunction with hunting and fishing). We also manage hotel tax for all hotels within the County limits.
Important Notices
Current Year Tax Certification Fee
Returned Check Fee
New County Real Estate Tax Rate
Services
Dog Licenses
Do you have an updated dog license? State Law requires ALL dogs over 3 months of age to be licensed.
Fishing License
You qualify for a RESIDENT fishing license if you are a bona fide resident of Pennsylvania.
Hunting License
Hunting licenses generally start sale in June of each year.
Bingo License
The Bingo Law stipulates non-profit organizations which have existed and conducted business two years prior to application can place an application with the Treasurer's Office.
Small Games of Chance
A game of chance may be played as gambling if players wage money or anything of monetary value.
Hotel Tax
Hotel tax supports the important factor in the promotion and expansion of business, industry, commerce and tourism in the Berks County area