Welcome to Tyler, TX!

Are you new to Tyler, Texas? Need some information about the area to get your exciting new future started? If so, Tyler's City Hostess, Regina Roosth, can assist you. You can reach her by email (reginajo@att.net) and she can prepare a Welcome Package that can be delivered right to your new home. The packet includes: phonebook, Tyler magazines, Chamber Info and gift certificates from area merchants! Our City Hostess also maintains a website where you can find additional information:

Tyler City Hostess Website

AUTOMOBILE REGISTRATION
New residents must obtain license plates within 30 days. Proof of liability insurance, title, registration card, amd property tax payment is required. Contact the Smith County Auto/Vehicle Registration at (903) 535-0800.

DRIVERS LICENSE
New residents have 30 days to obtain a drivers license. Eye tests are mandatory. If moving within the State, changes of address must be reported within 30 days. Social Security cards and birth certificates are required for anyone who has not previously been issued a license. For more information, call (903) 939-6000.

VOTING INFORMATION
In order to qualify to register to vote, you must comply with the following prerequisites:
* You must be a U.S. citizen
* You must be a legal resident of Texas
* You must be registered to vote 30 days prior to an election
* You must be at least 18 years old at the time of the election

GOVERNMENT
Tyler operates under a council/manager form of government with a mayor elected at large and siz member district councils. Smith County operates under a Commissioner/County Judge form of goverment.

PROPERTY TAXES
It is mandatory that all residents list both personal and real property for taxation by the County and/or City in which they reside. Tax collection offices are located in the County treasurers office. Contact the Smith County Tax Assessor-Collector at (903) 535-0820.