Upson County Commissioners vote to expand Board of Assessors to five members

The Upson County Board of Commissioners convened on March 25, 2025, to address several key issues affecting the county, including the composition of the Board of Assessors and a resolution for a performance review of the same board.

The meeting began with a discussion on the proposal to increase the number of members on the Board of Assessors from three to five. Currently, the board operates with three members, which some commissioners argued limits decision-making capabilities. The chairman emphasized the importance of providing adequate resources to the Board of Assessors, noting their significant role in property tax evaluations and exemptions. After deliberation, a motion was made to recruit and fill the board to its maximum capacity of five members, which received unanimous support from the commissioners.

Following this, the board considered Resolution 13 20 25, which requests a performance review of the Upson County Board of Tax Assessors. This review, authorized under Georgia law, aims to evaluate the board's efficiency and compliance with its duties. The chairman highlighted the necessity of this review in light of recent concerns regarding property evaluations and the impact on tax revenues. The resolution was also approved unanimously, with commissioners expressing confidence in the chief appraiser's efforts to address ongoing issues.

In other updates, the county manager reported on the progress of road resurfacing projects and the completion status of the Thurston well. The commissioners also discussed the scheduling of their next work session, set for April 9, 2025, at the airport.

The meeting concluded with comments from various commissioners, who acknowledged the importance of community engagement and expressed gratitude for public participation in local governance. Overall, the meeting underscored the board's commitment to enhancing the effectiveness of the Board of Assessors and ensuring transparency in property tax assessments for the citizens of Upson County.