Tax Bill
* Re “Rolling the Wrong Way,” editorial, Aug. 18: Thank you for the excellent editorial! You have correctly characterized the declining property tax revenue problem for Los Angeles County and the nearly 900 property tax jurisdictions that are dependent upon this revenue source.
It is true that new state and county funding could permit the hiring of staff needed to handle the mounting backlogs of unprocessed new construction, transfers and repaired earthquake damage. However, AB 906, the legislative vehicle that would provide such funding, is not yet through the legislative process. Timing is crucial for the passage of this provision. The assessor’s office must hire and train additional stuff. We cannot wait until the next legislative session for property tax administration to be funded.
AB 906 continues to face considerable opposition. Passage of AB 906 or an alternative bill is needed before the Legislature recesses this year. I urge The Times’ support of this legislation.
KENNETH P. HAHN
Los Angeles County Assessor
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