Every four years, Orange County goes through the process of recalculating property values for tax purposes. The latest revaluation was this year, but some residents were unhappy with the results – saying they disproportionately affected lower-income residents. Now, advocates have formed an organization called the Orange County Property Tax Justice Coalition, including representatives from Orange County Justice United, the Jackson Center, and the RENA Community Center. They’re pushing the county to change the way they calculate property values, starting with better assessment processes and improved engagement with residents who want to get tax assistance or file appeals.
Aaron discussed the issue with two members of the coalition, Horace Johnson and Beverly Walton.
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