In a recent government meeting, concerns were raised regarding the use of outdated data for property assessments, prompting calls for a delay in the decision-making process. Paul Steele highlighted that the data in question, which combined old information with updates from the past four years, could lead to significant challenges if rushed. He urged the board to postpone the implementation for a year to allow for thorough public communication and to avoid unnecessary expenditures on notices and staffing.

The discussion also revealed that the county's office needs finalized information by September to properly notify residents about the assessments for the upcoming fiscal year. This timeline raised further concerns about the feasibility of meeting the deadlines.

Despite these apprehensions, Commissioner Reddick moved to approve an ordinance related to funding for fire rescue services, which would impose special assessments on properties benefiting from these services. The motion received a second from Commissioner Doherty, but faced opposition, resulting in a narrow vote of 3-2 in favor of moving forward.

The ordinance aims to establish a framework for funding fire rescue services through property assessments, which would rank as a lien on assessed properties. The meeting concluded with an invitation for public comments, indicating ongoing community engagement in the decision-making process.