09/02/2026
A Quick Clarification Regarding School Tax Payments
As residents begin receiving their school tax bills, we would like to share a few helpful clarifications regarding this year’s payment process.
• The payment lockbox is located in Boston, Massachusetts. We understand that an out-of-state mailing address may look unfamiliar. Please be assured that the Boston address listed on your tax bill is correct and is not a scam or an error.
• Checks should be made payable to the Cuba-Rushford Central School District.
• Online payment by credit card or ACH is completely optional. For several years, members of our community have asked for additional payment options, including the ability to pay school taxes by credit card. We are pleased to now be able to offer that convenience. As is common with online tax payment services, processing or convenience fees associated with these payment methods are paid by the taxpayer using the service. Taxpayers who prefer to avoid these fees may continue to pay by check or money order using the instructions provided with their tax bill.
• Why the change? The District made this change as part of an ongoing effort to streamline our banking operations by reducing the number of financial institutions we work with. This helps simplify the collection and reconciliation process while also allowing us to provide additional payment options requested by our community. As part of our responsibility to taxpayers, the District continually seeks services that provide the best combination of value, efficiency, security, and reliability. At times, the provider offering the most beneficial service may be located outside our immediate region, while still operating within the United States.
We recognize that any change to a familiar process can create questions, particularly when something looks different from previous years. We appreciate everyone’s patience and understanding as we transition to the new system.
Thank you for helping us ensure that school tax payments are processed as efficiently, securely, and accurately as possible.