MINUTES # 13-08
The Columbus, Georgia, Board of Tax Assessors met Monday, April 14, 2008 at
9:00AM with Chairman William Braxton, Assessor Lawton Grantham, Assessor
Richard Stallings, Assessor Ann Grantham and Pat Hunter present. Also present
was Chief Appraiser Betty J. Middleton.
Assessor Richard Stallings made the motion to approve Min#12-08; Assessor
Lawton Grantham seconded the motion; motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Grant representing ?The Closet? had an appointment to meet with the Board
of Tax Assessors, but did not appear. (Account # 07174301).
Met with Mrs. Harris and Mr. King representing The Pastoral Institute regarding
requests for non-taxability for 2008 15th Ave (Parcel ID 028 019 010) and 2002
15th Ave (Parcel ID 028 019 011). Mrs. Harris stated that on January 1, 2008, 2
units had transitional tenants that were allowed to stay rent-free for the
month of January and the remaining units were used for storage. She said both
buildings are razed since April 1, 2008 to construct a new building. Mrs.
Harris stated they are a 501(c)(3) organization and provide services to all who
need them regardless of their ability to pay for the services. The Board asked
Mrs. Harris and Mr. King to furnish copies of the 501 (c) (3) form, By-laws and
Articles of Incorporation. The Board delayed decision until the requested
documents are received.
Met with Mrs. Patterson and Mrs Hudgins representing Christian Fellowship
Church regarding a request of non-taxability for property located at 3668
Cusseta Rd (Parcel ID 064 017 003a). Mrs. Patterson stated that as of January
1, 2008 the property was not used for anything. She said they intend to repair
the building and use it for storage. The Board denied the request for
non-taxability for 2008 since it was not used for church purposes.
Met with Residential Division Manager Bob O?Brien, reviewed and approved the
following:
2008 New Construction: 130
2008 % Permits: 2
2008 Fire Damages: 21
2008 Demolitions: 3
Met with Commercial Division Manager Linda King, reviewed and approved the
following:
Multiple Years Map Splits/Comb: 2
2008 Condo Revals: 2
2008 Map Splits: 3
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Com Div Mgr Linda King discussed with the Board a letter received from the
Development Authority for J&P Family LLLP. The Development Authority will issue
a new letter to replace it.
The Board approved tax exempt status for Parcel ID 189 017 012X, 027 015 015
and 016.
Met with Personal Property Division Manager Oliver Juhan, reviewed and approved
the following:
Assessment Corrections: 1(-)
Appeal: 1(NC)
Freeport Applications: 15(Approved)
Adjourned 11:50AM
BETTY J. MIDDLETON
SECRETARY
APPROVED:____________________________________
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W B Braxton L E Grantham Jr R L Stallings A C
Grantham P B Hunter
Chairman Assessor Assessor
Assessor Assessor
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