Veterans' assessment exemption and circuit breaker losses
Summary
Treasurer Brian Gerth flagged a new state law wiping assessed value off the books for 100% disabled veterans — roughly 10,000 veterans in the county. He estimates it could add another $1 million in circuit breaker losses the county hasn't budgeted for.
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Last discussed Aug 13, 2026.
Impact analysis
Potentially another $1 million in circuit breaker revenue losses on top of existing shortfalls.
100% disabled veteran homeowners, who will see their property assessed value wiped out.
The county's General Fund, which absorbs the lost property tax revenue.
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