SECTION 8.12.  TAXES LIEN.
   On July 1 the amounts assessed on any interest in real property shall become a lien upon such real property for such amounts and for all interest and charges therein and all personal taxes shall become a first lien on all personal property of such persons so assessed.
   The liens shall take precedence over all other claims, encumbrances and liens to the extent provided by statute and shall continue until such taxes, interest and charges are paid.