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Appointment to a vacancy on the Board of Equalization, Applicant(s): Wes Van De Mark
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OR LEGAL NOTICE LANGUAGE:
BOARD OF EQUALIZATION
1 Vacancy for an alternate member, partial term ending 1/31/2028.
Applicants must reside in County Council District 2, 3, or 5.
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. The Board generally meets on Wednesdays and Thursdays, with occasional Tuesday meetings as the caseload requires. Members receive $150 per diem for attending hearings.
2.21.020 Membership - Term of office.
“…When a board member has completed two consecutive full terms, if a position on the board remains unfilled for one month, the county council shall have the right to waive the one-year period of separation set forth in WCC 2.03.030. The exiting board member may apply for the unfilled position if they remain qualified….”
Council Action Requested:
1. Waive the one-year period of separation for Mr. Van De Mark
2. Consider application(s) for appointment