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LaSalle committee debates uneven assessments, township multipliers and next steps on property taxes
Summary
Board members spent an extended portion of the May 5 meeting discussing property-tax increases, inconsistent township assessments and possible county responses including drafting a resolution, engaging townships, and exploring payments or incentive changes for assessors.
A prolonged discussion at the May 5 meeting of the Committee on Appointments and Legislation and Rules focused on rising property-tax complaints, inconsistent assessments across townships and possible county actions to address perceived inequities.
Ray Gafford, a board member, opened the exchange by referencing an hourlong GIS meeting and growing constituent concern about property taxes. Jill Bernal, a board member, asked whether the county could “lengthen the period in which…
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