In accordance with State law, some taxpayers may qualify to defer the due date of the summer taxes from July 31, 2007, to February 15, 2008.  The following criteria must be met to qualify: gross household income for the preceding calendar year of less than $40,000 and one of the following: 62 years of age or older, paraplegic, eligible service person, veteran or widow or widower of same, blind or totally and permanently disabled.  If you qualify for this deferment and would like to defer the due date, you must complete and file an application with the City Treasurer by September 15, 2007.  Applications are available at http://www.mi.gov/documents/homestead1_2541_7.pdf or at the City Treasurer’s office.