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Fulton County holds proposed property-assessment task force after commissioners press for outreach and clarity
Summary
Fulton County commissioners voted to hold a proposed task force on property assessments after extended discussion about whether the county should prioritize a citizen task force, a staff-led working group, or expanded public education. Chief Appraiser Roderick Conley told the board assessors' staff are open to more outreach and dialogue.
Fulton County commissioners voted to hold a resolution that would have formed a task force to review property valuations and assessments, citing concerns about staffing, public education and the role of the Board of Assessors.
Commissioner Arrington, who led a portion of the discussion, said the issue reflects public confusion about valuation versus assessment and described the difference: "the valuation is virtually the appraisal of the property, the value of the property, whereas the assessment is the amount that is taxed." He urged clearer public education before committing to a time-consuming citizen panel.
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