Primary Contact Email: JNixon@co.whatcom.wa.us
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Appointment to various vacancies on the Board of Equalization, Applicant(s): John Bruton
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OR LEGAL NOTICE LANGUAGE:
All appointees must live in and be registered to vote in Whatcom County and, if applicable, meet the residency, employment, and/or affiliation requirements of the position. Vacancies are often filled by reappointment of current members to a second term.
BOARD OF EQUALIZATION
1 Vacancy, current member eligible to reapply, 3-year term.
Applicants must live in County Council District 2. The Board generally meets on Wednesdays and Thursdays, with occasional Tuesday meetings as needed. Members receive $150 per diem for attending hearings. The Board ensures that all properties are valued at 100% of market value. The Board may equalize property values by either lowering or raising land/building assessments.