Stockton-San Joaquin County Public Library

Tax Information

The Library offers books and recommended web sites to help with tax questions.

Note: IRS Office is located at 4643 Quail Lakes Drive, Stockton, CA 95207 [Map This Location].

Also note: The State Board of Equalization closed its Stockton office on February 28, 2005. New tax rates took effect April 1, 2005. [PDFs]

Books and videos that cover the general topic can be found under taxation in the Library catalog.

More specifically, income tax may lead you to books more to the point. Even more specific, those looking for ways to save in taxes may want to read about tax planning.

There are also magazine articles on the topic which may be searched under the same headings. EBSCO Host is the single most powerful magazine search engine that the Library provides. (Available at home also).
EBSCO Host
Read news stories and magazine articles on taxes. You may find software reviews on tax preparation software, or tips on tax planning or working with tax preparers. This database of full-text magazine articles is available from home with a Library card.
1040.com
www.1040.com
This site offers downloadable Federal and State tax forms. You can also link to web sites of all 50 states, plus the District of Columbia.
Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
www.irs.ustreas.gov/
The official government web site for federal tax questions. This year 1040 Central is their flagship web site for those who need directions, forms, or answers to questions about filing. There are also specific areas devoted entirely to forms and publications.
Accountantsworld.com: Taxation
www.accountantsworld.com/DesktopDefault.aspx?page=taxation
A site geared for the tax professional, but also useful for laypersons looking for late-breaking tax news, tax calculators, and articles about tax law.

Tax Assistance

Volunteers will be assisting in the preparation of individual tax returns at the Library as follows:

Location, Dates, Times Contact Number
  • Manteca Branch Library
    320 W. Center St, Manteca
    Saturdays, 12:00-4:00PM
    Mondays, 12:00-8:00PM (thru April 13, except Monday holidays,
    Feb 9 & Feb 16).

    In Manteca, no appointments, drop in only.
 1-866-805-7323
  • Cesar Chavez Central Library
    605 N. El Dorado St., Stockton
    February 11, March 4, March 11, and April 1, 1:00-7:00PM*

  • Fair Oaks Branch Library
    2370 E. Main St., Stockton
    February 4, March 18, and March 25, from 2:00-6:00PM.*

  • Weston Ranch Branch Library
    1453 W. French Camp Rd., Stockton
    February 4, March 18, March 25 and April 8, 2:00-6:00PM*


    Please note: Drop-ins will not be accepted for Stockton locations. Call for an appointment.
 Arnetta Lee-Gray
(209) 644-8624

The IRS website offers general information about this volunteer program (VITA).

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