Posted
For Immediate Release: Tuesday, August 18, 2009
Board of Property Tax Appeals Seek Candidates
Due to term expirations, the Board of Commissioners announced recruitment for the following Assessment and Taxation advisory committee:
Description: The Board of Property Tax Appeals meets in February and March to hear petitions for the reduction of real market, maximum assessed, specially assessed or assessed value of property as of January 1, 2009. The Board also considers petitions to excuse penalties assessed for the late filing of real and personal property returns.
Membership: Five members who are residents of the county and are not employees of the County or any taxing district within the county. Qualifications include knowledge of real estate, appraisal and assessment practices, patience, understanding and a sense of civic responsibility
Time Commitment: 25 to 30 days of hearings
Term Length: 1 year
The application deadline is September 27, 2009 or when all vacancies are filled. Applications may be obtained by visiting the Web site or by calling (503) 846-8685. Descriptions of all the boards can also be found on the Boards and Commissions Web site:
Boards, committees, and commissions advise the Board of Commissioners on matters of interest to people who live and work in Washington County. Committees themselves do not pass ordinances or establish policy; their purpose is to study issues and make recommendations. Commission members are volunteers appointed by the County Board of Commissioners. Members must be residents of Washington County. Serving on an appointed board or commission is a great way for Washington County residents to participate in decisions that affect them and to learn more about how local government works.
Media Contact:
Marian Larkin, Sr. Administrative Specialist(503) 846-8685
[email protected]