The Finance Department promotes and maintains excellence and efficiency in the accounting, budgeting, and reporting functions of the city. The Finance department is responsible for the administration of the city’s financial activities as described in Article V., Section 27 of the City Charter related to all financial matters.
- CONTACT INFORMATION
- finance@amarillo.gov
- 806-378-6202 (Admin. Line)
- 806-378-6202 (Customer Line)
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623 S Johnson St
2nd Floor - Suite 2300
Amarillo, TX 79101 -
Office Hours:
Monday – Friday
8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Hotel Occupancy Tax (HOT TAX)
All businesses, whether currently engaging or about to engage as a lodging provider with the city, must file monthly Hotel Occupancy Taxes and annual HOT Tax Registration.
Finance Divisions & Information
HOT Tax
Information for lodging provider Hotel Occupancy Taxes.
Purchasing
Transparent, Accountable, and Value-Driven Procurement for Amarillo.
Utility Billing
Managing and processing billing for water, sewer, and other municipal utility services
Vital Statistics
Maintaining and issuing official records of births, deaths, marriages, and other significant life events.
City Budget & Financial Reports
Detailed information on the allocation of municipal funds, including revenue, expenditures, and financial planning for the city.
Public Records Center
Submit an open records request for additional information that is not available on the website.
Finance FAQs
What financial activities does the Finance Department manage?
The Finance Department manages all financial activities of the city; which includes but is not limited to Hotel/Motel Taxes, Motor Vehicle Taxes, Vendor Payments, Unclaimed Property, and Customer Payments.
Where can I find information about making online payments owed to the city?
Visit our Customer Payment Page to learn more about ways to pay your City of Amarillo invoice or you can easily pay your invoice online using the City of Amarillo Paymentus Portal.
How do I contact the city for landfill, lien, mowing or retiree insurance specific charges or payments?
If you have questions about landfill, lien, moving or retiree insurance charges or payments, please use the following contact numbers.
- Landfill Charges: Call 806-378-6205
- Lien Payments/Mowing Charges: Call 806-378-6206
- Retiree Insurance: Call 806-378-4235
- General Customer Service: 806-378-6202
How can I view the city's budget and financial reports?
View the city’s financial documents including budgets, audit information and financial reports by visiting our Financial Information page.
How do I submit an open records request for financial information?
How do I pay a city invoice online?
Visit our Customer Payment Page to learn more about ways to pay your City of Amarillo invoice or you can easily pay your invoice online using the City of Amarillo Paymentus Portal.
How can vendors receive electronic payments from the city?
Vendors can sign up to receive electronic payments instead of paper checks. This service is available only to business vendors with an EIN number.
- Click here to visit the Paymode portal site.
- Select “Join Now” to begin the enrollment process.
- Use your EIN (business tax ID) number for registration.
Who needs to file Hotel Occupancy Taxes?
All lodging businesses in Amarillo, whether currently operating or about to start, must file monthly Hotel Occupancy Taxes and annual Hotel Occupancy Tax Registration.
What is a Motor Vehicle Tax?
The Motor Vehicle Tax is collected on the rental or lease of any motor vehicle that has been rented/leased for 30 days or less.
What is unclaimed property and how do I claim my unclaimed property?
Unclaimed property includes uncashed checks, deposits, refunds, overpayments, or other transactions creating a credit balance that have not been claimed.