Missouri Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick released findings from the 2023 Jackson County tax-appeals audit

Missouri Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick released findings from the 2023 Jackson County tax-appeals audit prompted by complaints about Jackson County’s assessments. The audit found the process ineffective and noncompliant with county code and law, and Board of Equalization was not independent from Jackson County Assessment Department, failing to place the burden of proof on the department as required. Fitzpatrick said taxpayers were effectively dealt a losing hand, noting law requires the department to prove its assessments, not the property owners, and the system gave county officials too much control while homeowners faced an uphill battle on an uneven playing field. Report highlights short notices and limited information provided to taxpayers. It also documents resistance from some county officials who impeded the audit and only produced records after subpoenas. Legislature, including Executive Phil LeVota, has endorsed findings and implemented recommendations, though Fitzpatrick urged dramatic improvements for a fair process.
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