How are property tax assessments set by the county?

County property taxes are based on current market values. They are generally conceived to be an ad valorem tax, which means that a tax levy is apportioned among taxpayers according to the values of property change annually. The best way to assess current market value is to conduct annual property assessments.

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1. What is the amount of the County’s budget and what does it include?
2. How are property tax assessments set by the county?
3. Does the Board of Supervisors approve expenditures for county schools?