Kent D. Keel, current candidate for the position of Pierce County Assessor – Treasurer, tells you why he deserves your vote in the upcoming Pierce County election.

For more information regarding the 2024 election, please visit the Pierce County elections website at: https://www.piercecountywa.gov/328/El…

Provide secure and robust online 24 hours per day / 7 days per week access to detailed property tax information. Improve in-person and online customer service processes.

This level of service will promote transparency in the County property tax system and will help to promote confidence that the system is accurate and fair.

Assess value and produce tax statements accurately, timely, and fairly. Build upon the expertise and knowledge of the professional staff and use technology to deliver improved services.

Where necessary, and appropriate redevelop business workflows, processes, and procedures to leverage improved customer service.

Be the voice for Pierce County property taxpayers in front of the state legislature and other property taxing agencies to help slow down rising property taxes and help to maintain affordability.

Support and promote property taxpayer rights, interests, and well-being within the context of the property tax system.

Impartially apply the law in all legal proceedings. Ensure decisions and actions are based on the merits of the case and the applicable laws.

Ensuring all individuals, regardless of their background, are treated with fairness and respect is a fundamental aspect of a just society.