Assessor explains statewide changes behind higher assessments and outlines appeals process

Assessor Sherry Wingler briefed the board on why many property owners are seeing assessment increases this year, saying state-level changes and market-value adjustments are the primary drivers. She explained reassessment practices, location-based multipliers, and that assessors do not set taxes; exemptions and deductions affect the final tax bill. Wingler encouraged taxpayers to review the comparison statement included with their tax bill and to bring appraisal or additional documentation if they contest market value.