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Resident raises alarm over delinquent tax notices sent to deceased individuals
Summary
A public commenter said the county sent delinquent personal property tax notices and collection actions to people after they had died, calling for better coordination with vital records and stronger verification processes.
Brandi Mareno told the Board that personal property tax notices and collection efforts were sent to deceased individuals, causing distress to grieving families and raising questions about record accuracy and fiscal stewardship. She said collection efforts continued after County staff were notified of a taxpayer’s death and urged better coordination with vital records to prevent similar occurrences.
Mareno recommended strengthening internal processes, improving record verification, and targeting collection efforts toward accounts that can be resolved. The Board did not record an on-the-spot policy change or staff response in the public transcript.
