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Warren County committee debates moving 2026 tax-foreclosure auction online; motion recorded two in favor, remainder opposed
Summary
The Warren County Environmental Concerns & Real Property Tax Committee heard a presentation from Director McQueen on a plan to move the 2026 tax-foreclosure auction online, sparking questions about local access, security and surplus proceeds; the motion to advance the item was recorded as two in favor and the remainder opposed.
Warren County officials discussed a proposal to move the 2026 tax-foreclosure auction to an online platform, with the county director outlining registration, bidding mechanics and legal risks and supervisors debating effects on local bidders and public safety.
“Part of your agenda, I have included some information… the ultimate goal is to put these parcels back on the tax roll,” Director McQueen told the committee, describing a plan that would run the auction over about two weeks, close registration two days before the sale, and extend bidding when offers arrive in the final 60 seconds.
McQueen said the online approach would expand the bidder pool and provide an…
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