Commissioner of the Revenue

The Commissioner of the Revenue's Office is responsible for the administration of the following local taxes:

  • Personal Property Tax Assessment
  • Local Business, Professional Occupation License
  • Meals & Lodging Tax
  • Tax Relief for the Elderly and /or Totally disabled
  • Short Term Rental Tax
  • Real Estate Records and Taxes
  • Motor Vehicle Registration

Additional responsibilities include:

  • Receipt of Virginia individual Income Tax Returns
  • Provide assistance in the filing of Virginia Individual Income Tax Returns
  • Problem resolution between taxpayers and the Virginia Department of Taxation
  • Monitor legislation to be acted upon by the General Assembly that may affect our community
  • Maintain a library of tax forms

Department Head

Ann Burkholder

Ann T. Burkholder

"Our goal is to provide state mandated duties of fair and equitable assessments, while providing quality customer service for the citizens of the City of Winchester." - Ann Burkholder​