I'd like to congratulate my opponent for making a long-overdue change on the county assessor's website by bringing transparency to the appeals process.
If you look here, you'll see where I suggested months ago that we need to advertise and make the entire process very clear and open (platform point #6). I even use the words "informal appeal."
And what do you know? This suddenly appears on the assessor's website:
The last day to appeal your assessment is June 30, 2008. If you do not agree with your assessment, there are three steps you can take in the appeal process.
Informal Hearings
Contact the county assessor’s office as soon as you are notified of your assessment. During an informal meeting with the assessor or one of the staff, you can learn how your assessment was made, what factors were considered, and what type of records pertain to your property. Many disagreements are taken care of at this level.
Board of Equalization
If not satisfied after the informal meeting, you should fill out the Boone County Board of Equalization Assessment Appeal form. This form must be returned to the Boone County Clerk postmarked by June 30, 2008. The board will hear evidence from the assessor and you regarding the value of the property which is the subject of the appeal.
State Tax Commission
You have a right to appeal the decision of the board of equalization to the State Tax Commission by August 15 in first-class counties (which includes Boone) or St Louis County, and September 30 in other counties or 30 days after the final action of the board of equalization—whichever is later. For more information regarding appeals see the Reassessment Questions & Answers or contact the Missouri State Tax Commission.
Just think what I'll be able to accomplish after I become your next Boone County Assessor on August 5th! And as always, I appreciate your votes and support.
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