Charlie Davis, Clerk of Jasper County, announces the Board of Equalization will begin meetings at 0900 a.m., Wednesday, July 8, 2026, at the Jasper County Highway Department at 1100 E. Java, Carthage, MO 64836
The Board will hear those who disagree with the values of real estate and personal property established by the Assessor for the 2026 tax year.
The board tentatively plans to conclude the hearings as soon as the last request is heard.
Property owners who wish to appeal their assessment must make an appointment no later than July 2nd, 2026 and should contact the Clerk’s office at 417-358-0416 for the necessary forms for such an appeal.
Property owners appearing before the board should be prepared to present evidence to establish what they believe to be the correct value of their property.
If after the decision of the board, the property owner is still dissatisfied with the assessment, the appeal may be heard by the State Tax Commission.