Troubled Jackson County assessments spur state lawmakers’ push for potential penalties
Fowler sponsored HB 999 with the support of other lawmakers representing Jackson County. The bill would give the state leverage to enforce orders.
Jackson County legislator expected to introduce measure to enforce tax commission's order
A judge’s order forces Jackson County to limit 2023 property value hikes to 15%, potentially triggering $250 million in refunds.
Assessment ruling could have an $18 million impact on KCPS
A judge ruled that taxpayers should have no more than a 15% increase in their property assessments from 2022 to 2023. That could impact entities like Kansas City Public Schools (KCPS).
Jackson County legislator says county executive, assessor should resign after judge’s tax ruling
A judge has ruled in favor of the Missouri State Tax Commission, siding with the state’s claim that Jackson County’s 2023 ...