Finance & Government Services

This department serves as the administrative and financial backbone of Big Stone County, combining the functions of the Auditor-Treasurer, Assessor, and Recorder. The department manages the county’s financial operations—issuing payments, collecting revenues, preparing financial statements, and compiling the budget. It discovers, lists, and values all property for tax purposes; calculates tax rates; prepares statements and Truth in Taxation notices; and administers elections. The department also maintains official public land records and issues vital records and marriage licenses.

Auditor-Treasurer · Assessor · Recorder

Services

Property Taxes

• Pay Property Taxes
• Property Tax FAQ
• Forfeited Land Sales

Property Information

• Property Search
• GIS Tax Parcel Viewer
• Property Information
• Homestead & Tax Relief Programs
• Assessment FAQ
• Sales Listing
• Important Dates & Deadlines
• Helpful Links

Elections

• Voter Registration & Election Information

Licenses & Permits

• Auctioneer License
• Tobacco License
• Passports
• Gambling Permits — contact Auditor-Treasurer’s office

Vital Records

• Birth & Death Certificates
• Marriage Licenses

Land Records

• Real Estate Recording
• Find a Surveyor
• Laredo — monthly contract for record searches
• Tapestry — pay-per-search for record searches