FAQ's
- How can I sign up for online or automatic utility payments?
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The City of Cortez online payments are handled through Xpress Bill Pay, www.xpressbillpay.com. Select "Sign Up". Citizens must have their account number which is located the utility bills.
- How do I obtain a sales tax license?
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The city’s sales tax licenses are issued through MuniRevs, www.cortez.munirevs.com. Select “New Users”. The system guides potential business owners through the steps needed to complete the application. The cost is $10.00 and can be paid onlineand by check or debit/credit card at the end of the application process. Once a license is approved business owners will receive emails each month notifying of monthly tax filings due.
- When is my refuse picked up?
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The refuse department picks up refuse daily. To find out what area and specifically when your refuse will be picked up, contact utility billing at 970-564-4012
- How do I get a city recycling container?
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Contact our utility department, 970-564-4012. One will be delivered to your home.
- Why do I have to pay City of Cortez sales/use tax when I purchase a vehicle from out of town?
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The City of Cortez has a use tax on items over $1,000 that are bought out of town/state. A use tax is a tax on merchandise bought in one are but used/stored/registered in another. It is important that you check with the vehicle dealer when you buy a car out of town/state to make sure they are a town/state that reciprocates with the State of Colorado and Colorado Municipalities. If they are a reciprocal vendor, then you will not be charged any tax that would ordinarily be due that town/state, only paying town/state in the place you register your vehicle.
- How can I obtain a State of Colorado sales tax license?
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You can file an application online at www.colorado.gov/pacific/tax/sales-tax-account-license.