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Calhoun County board approves 2026 equalization report as property values rise
Summary
At its April 14 equalization session the Calhoun County Board of Commissioners approved the 2026 Equalization Report showing a 7.7% increase in assessed and equalized property values and a 5.6% rise in taxable value; the board also approved multiple routine resolutions and $18.7 million in claims payable.
The Calhoun County Board of Commissioners on April 14 approved the 2026 Equalization Report, which shows a 7.7% increase in total assessed and equalized property values and a 5.6% rise in taxable value, county officials said.
Tom Scott, deputy equalization director, presented the report and told the board the increase reflects notable personal property growth tied to industrial investment, including specific upticks in Bedford and Clarence townships associated with utility and infrastructure improvements. The board approved the report and accompanying resolution (Res.049-2026) on a 6–0 roll-call vote with one member absent or excused.
The approval came during the board's regular equalization session, which also included two proclamations: recognition of April 12–18 as 911 Public Safety Telecommunicator Week and designation of National…
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