Each year, the BOCC does a two-step dance hiding behind the county appraiser’s office per the state’s constitution. They tell the BOCC what to expect in terms of tax revenue (in other words, what could be spent by the county each year) versus having a Board who understands the burden of ever-increasing property taxes through reappraisal. For example, since 2017, Spring Hill property valuations have increased 102%, more than doubling, with property taxes following suit. This rate of increase is unsustainable, as homeowners and small businesses cannot absorb this level of tax on unrealized gains.

Government spending is out of control.