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Resident raises alarm about reassessment, forecasted revenue and audit timing
Summary
A resident claimed a reassessment of properties and a twice‑a‑year tax change could raise significant revenue and questioned why the required annual audit had been delayed into July; the board acknowledged the comment and noted audit and budgeting processes.
During public comment, Helen Eggleston outlined concerns about a reassessment of residential properties assessed below $350,000 and described projected revenue impacts. She said her property’s assessed value shifted (she quoted a prior valuation of approximately $220,007) and asserted the reassessment and a twice‑a‑year taxation approach could generate substantial additional revenue for the county.
Eggleston cited a May 7 Smithfield Times article that, in her reading, describes state law requirements for an independent certified public accountant to present a detailed written annual audit by December 5 of the prior fiscal year and for contract performance by April 1; she said those timelines had slipped and asked for public justification of borrowing and revenue projections. Board members thanked her for raising the questions and indicated staff would continue to provide information to the public and to the board as audits and budget items proceed.
The board did not adopt any immediate action on the reassessment claim during the meeting; staff and board members encouraged continued public engagement and noted audits and official revenue figures will be posted through normal channels.
