Board of Assessors (BOA)

Members

Jefferson County’s Board of Assessors consists of 5 part time members who are appointed by county governing officials and hold 3 year terms:
  • James Darden                                                                                                                                                                                     Since October 2015
  • Dale Harris
    Since November 2015    
  • Robert Holbert
    Since June 2012
  • Charles Stewart, Chairman
    Since March 2004
  • Hazel Toliver
    Since January 2009

Responsibilities

  • Appoint Chief Appraiser
  • Approve annual digest and digest adjustments
  • Approve or deny applications for Freeport exemption, specialized assessment, exemptions, etc…
  • Elect a chairman for each tax year
  • Establish annual goals and adjustments
  • Operate in accordance with Georgia laws and rules and regulations of the Georgia Department of Revenue.
  • Review and make decisions regarding appeal and certifies appeals to the Board of Equalization (BOE)
  • Set policies