Despite bold statements this week and dueling press conferences, there still isn't much detail on legal challenges against a recent roll back ruling from the Missouri State Tax Commission.
In fact, we're kind of embarrassed that nobody asked this one but our KICK-ASS & TRUSTED READERS:
EXACTLY HOW IS THE PROPERTY TAX ROLLBACK RULING AGAINST JACKSON COUNTY UNCONSTITUTIONAL?!?!
Sadly, we'll have to wait for the impending court fight for a detailed explanation.
Don't hold your breath.
However . . .
We wouldn't be surprised if this argument is quickly dismissed if that's the only card they've got to play.
The downside . . .
This week we learned that Mayor Q fought with police over the course of years and cost taxpayers MILLIONS. And it's very likely that "Team Frank" might try to take the same tact.
In the meantime . . . Behind the scenes the Legislature is searching for ways to contradict the Executive.
Here are just a few . . .
- Already Legislator Sean Smith is on record with his opinion that the County should follow the ruling from Missouri.
- Look for a fight over an impending resolution wherein the majority of Legislators endorse the proposed roll back.
- Expect Missouri Tax Commission rebuttal citing the constitutionality of their ruling and their authority to make the decision along with some legal precedent.
- However . . . Insiders note that the Exec recently cut the purse strings of the Legislature and they'll have a tougher time finding a lawyer to take action against the Executive's legal crusade. They're only hope is a bit of unity in order cut-off the Executive's control of the County Counselor.
Read more via www.TonysKansasCity.com links . . .
KMBC: Five Jackson County legislators support tax commission's order, will seek to prevent court challenge
Fox4: Jackson County leaders stand by 2023 property assessments despite state order
KCTV5: Homeowners worry they’ll lose their home because of 2023 property tax assessment
KCUR: Jackson County executive vows to fight Missouri order to roll back property tax assessments
Jackson County lawyer: One way or another, court order on assessments will be challenged
Developing . . .
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