City of Flint, State of Michigan Remind Taxpayers of Tax Processing Partnership Beginning in 2027

Flint Mayor Sheldon Neeley and Chief Deputy State Treasurer Lance Wilkinson today reminded those who live or work in the city that a new partnership with the administration of the city's income tax begins next year.

Effective January 1, 2027, the Michigan Department of Treasury will begin processing City of Flint income tax returns for the 2026 tax year. This includes processing individual, corporate, partnership and fiduciary income tax returns, as well as collecting and enforcing income tax withholding.

City of Flint taxpayers will have the ability to file and pay through a state administrated system, like the process used for the City of Detroit.

"This transition is about making the income tax process easier for our residents while ensuring Flint has the tools it needs to collect the revenue owed to our community," said Mayor Neeley. "With January approaching, we want taxpayers to understand what is changing, what services will be available and what they need to do as we move to the new system."

Currently, the City of Flint's Income Tax Division oversees the collection and enforcement of the city's income tax, which includes a 1% tax rate for residents and a 0.5% tax rate for non-residents working within the city.

The new partnership will benefit city taxpayers by allowing them to electronically file their Flint tax return along with their state individual income tax return beginning in 2027. The combined electronic filing of city and state returns will provide the following benefits:

• Enable online services for taxpayers to electronically file, pay, and self-manage their accounts
• Provide faster refunds and improve accuracy with built-in validations
• Allow for centralized support with multichannel communications, such as messaging, phone and email

Flint is second city in the State of Michigan that has entered into an agreement with Treasury. The City of Pontiac is the third city and anticipated to begin in 2028.

Since 2015, the City of Detroit has been in an agreement with the State of Michigan to process its individual and business taxes.

Since Treasury began partnering with the City of Detroit to administer its income tax in 2015, the city has experienced a 54% increase in tax revenue. This outcome reflects improved administration and the City's leadership in driving economic growth, expanding employment opportunities, and restoring fiscal stability.

"Individuals who live or work in the city of Flint, businesses who call the city their hometown and city governments are the real beneficiaries to our city income tax partnerships," said Chief Deputy Treasurer Lance Wilkinson. "Using state mechanisms to file and pay tax returns makes it easier for taxpayers and city administrators. Imagine being able to electronically file both your state and city income tax returns at the same time. All tax business can be done in one place at one time."

City of Flint and State of Michigan are working together to inform and educate individuals who live or work in the city about the new tax processing partnership that begins in 2027. Until January, Flint taxpayers are to work with Flint officials to file city income tax returns and paying city taxes.

For more information, please contact the City of Flint Income Tax Division at 810-766-7015 or visit our website at www.cityofflint.com/income-tax-division. To learn more about the partnership between the State of Michigan and City of Flint, go to www.michigan.gov/flintincometaxes.

About the City of Flint

The City of Flint is dedicated to providing quality services to its residents and fostering a community of growth and opportunity. Through strategic partnerships and initiatives, Flint continues to work towards a brighter future for all its residents.

About the Michigan Department of Treasury

The Michigan Department of Treasury is committed to fair and efficient tax administration, providing quality service to taxpayers, and supporting Michigan's local governments. By administering local income taxes, the Department aims to streamline processes and enhance customer service.