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Homeowners Will Benefit From Updates to Auditor’s Web Page
Homeowners and other property owners who want to know how much a new tax levy will cost them can now find out on the county auditor’s web page at www.clarkcountyauditor.org, according to George Sodders, Clark County Auditor.
Read the Full PostSodders: “Foreclosures Increased In Ohio But Dropped In Clark County”
According to Clark County Auditor George Sodders, new foreclosure filings in Clark County dropped from 1,124 in 2008 to 1,104 in 2009, a modest 1.8% decline. The most recent data was compiled by the Ohio Supreme Court. During the same period, statewide filings increased from 85,773 to 89,053, a 3.8% climb.
Read the Full PostSodders spearheads credit card payments
Clark County Auditor George Sodders is spearheading the use of credit cards to make payments for licensing fees, utility bills and other payments that are approved by county departments.
Read the Full PostSodders partnering with Springfield to Enhance GIS Website
Clark County Auditor George Sodders is partnering with Springfield City to eliminate duplication of services provided by their geographical information systems (GIS). Sodders said that the county will provide hosting services for the city’s geographical system, which includes both city and county enterprise zones, traffic lights, street lights, all locations of fire and EMS stations, water hydrants, and sewer and water lines. The joint effort will provide one-stop shopping for users. Sodders said that the elimination of duplication will boost the county’s economic development initiatives. “Today, our GIS system is utilized by developers, local and national businesses and industries looking to locate or expand operations in the county, and the Community Improvement Corporation,” Sodders said.
Read the Full PostAuditor discusses operating office more efficiently
Clark County Auditor George Sodders has announced that he will seek another term in office. In making the announcement, Sodders said, “These are times of great challenge to those in public service. With shrinking resources to meet growing demands, we must continue to find ways to operate more efficiently to reduce costs, while maintaining a high level of basic services to all our citizens.”
Read the Full PostEqualization of Property Values Completed For Open Book Period
Clark County Auditor George Sodders has announced completion of the 2009 preliminary equalization of property values and the beginning of an open-book period for review by taxpayers. Sodders stated that “in consideration of the softening real estate market during 2007 and 2008, we have reviewed values and have identified some properties requiring a downward adjustment.”
Read the Full PostPublication of Delinquent Tax List Notice
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the County Auditor of Clark County, Ohio as required by Section 5721.03 of the Revised Code of Ohio, that on the 14th day of October, 2009 and the 21st day of October, 2009, the Delinquent Land Tax List will be published in the Springfield News-Sun, a newspaper of general circulation in Clark County.
Read the Full PostSodders Announces Real Estate Equalization Project
Clark County Auditor George Sodders says he won’t wait until next year’s state mandated triennial update to property values to conduct an analysis of changing local market conditions.
Read the Full PostBeware of “Cash for Clunkers” Scams
“A new federal program officially called the Car Allowance Rebate System and dubbed “Cash for Clunkers” is triggering new scams over the internet,” according to Clark County Auditor George Sodders.
Read the Full PostAuditor’s Office launches New Website
For the past several years, our office has implemented the latest technology designed to improve operational efficiency, while better serving all our citizens. To reach the twin goals of office transparency and citizen engagement, our website has been designed to be more useable, comprehensive and searchable.
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