97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell moderates a discussion between Shereese Alston, Beverly Scarlett and Hudson Vaughan of the Orange County Property Tax Justice Coalition, and Marilyn Carter and Amy Fowler of the county’s Board of Commissioners on Thursday, Dec. 11. This spring’s revaluation cycle saw plenty of property values rise in Orange County, many of which were significant. But the data consistently shows some of the most significant increases were in historically Black neighborhoods, which have many longtime residents aging in place. These changes threaten to overburden them with property taxes, causing the Coalition to spring into action. The group discusses the trends, what the organization and county government are doing to address it, and how to best communicate the process with community members.
The 2025 “Forum On The Hill” is presented by the Town of Chapel Hill, UNC Health, Wegmans, Coleman Merritt Murphy & Rainsford P.C., and The Law Office of Chris Barnes. Listen to the panels live on 97.9 The Hill WCHL the week of Dec. 8-12 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., or revisit them the day after on-demand at Chapelboro.com, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts!
Podcast: Play in new window | Download
Subscribe:
Related Stories
‹
Orange County Coalition Raises Alarm Over Property Value Inequities From 2025 RevaluationA coalition of housing advocates is looking at updated Orange County property values and pointing out notable discrepancies in assessments.
Orange County Hires Firm to Review Property Appraisal Practices Amid Tax Revaluation ReformThe Orange County Board of Commissioners approved the hire on Tuesday in the latest step to attempt reforming local appraisals and valuations.
Former Town Councilor, Pastor María Palmer Details Orange County Commissioner CampaignMaría Palmer's campaign for a District 1 Orange County Commissioner seat is built around championing equity and improving affordability.
Orange County Creates Work Group to Advise Its Property Tax Revaluation ApproachThe Orange County commissioners approved the creation of a work group to review and potentially update its property tax assessment process.
Orange County Preps for Revenue-Neutral Property Tax Rate Discussion; Board Chair Shares Threshold to Watch for Property ValueThe Orange County Board of Commissioners will discuss the county's updated revenue-neutral property tax rate at its meeting on Tuesday, with the board chair revealing the threshold for how much property owners will see increases.
With Revaluation Underway, Orange County Faces Another Significant Rise in Property ValuesOrange County is likely to see a jump of more than 50% in total property value this four-year cycle once revaluation appraisals are finished.
With Federal Funding Losses and Revaluation, Orange County's Governments Weigh Difficult Tax Rate and Budget ChoicesThe annual budgeting process is typically an exhaustive one for Orange County’s local governments and staff – but this year, it may be even more so
Groundbreaking Ceremony for Jamezetta Bedford Crisis Care Center Set for Oct. 22Orange County will hold a groundbreaking ceremony for the Jamezetta Bedford Crisis Care Center Thursday, Oct. 22 at 10 a.m. The new facility will be on Waterstone Drive in Hillsborough, next to the UNC Hospitals Hillsborough campus. “This center represents the kind of compassionate, community-focused care our residents deserve,” said Jean Hamilton, chair of the […]
'A Beautiful and Lasting Tribute': New Orange County Crisis Diversion Center Named in Jamezetta Bedford's HonorJamezetta Bedford's Orange County commissioner colleagues recently dedicated the future crisis diversion facility in her honor and memory.
Rani Dasi Sworn in as New District 1 Orange County CommissionerDasi was one of six people who threw her hat in the ring for the District 1 position, and was ultimately selected by the board to serve out the rest of Bedford’s term.
›
