Overview
- More than 88% of voters approved making the assessor an elected position, contingent on a 2026 statewide amendment, with the first election expected in 2028.
- Interim Executive Phil LeVota removed Assessor Gail McCann Beatty after giving her 24 hours to resign and said he will appoint a replacement.
- LeVota said homeowners overassessed in 2023 will receive property tax credits spread over three years, appearing on tax bills starting next year as details are finalized.
- Credits will apply to current residential property owners only, excluding those who have sold or who move during the credit period, with LeVota noting the county lacks reserves because revenues flowed to local taxing districts.
- The county will comply with the State Tax Commission’s order to limit 2023 values to no more than 15% above 2022 and plans a 15% cap on commercial increases for properties under $5 million, with corrections for higher prior increases.