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SB 1176

Roanoke, City of; amending charter, appointment of director of real estate valuation.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by David Suetterlein

SB 1176 modifies Roanoke's charter to change how the director of real estate valuation is appointed, effective July 1, 2025.

Acts of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP0066)
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Bill Summary · SB 1176

Legislative bill overview

SB 1176 amends the City of Roanoke's charter to modify how the director of real estate valuation is appointed. Previously, this position was likely appointed through a specific process; this bill changes that appointment mechanism to a different procedure, though the exact details of the change are not specified in the bill title alone.

Why is this important

The director of real estate valuation is responsible for assessing property values for tax purposes—a function that directly affects municipal revenue and individual property tax bills. Changes to how this critical position is filled can influence the independence, accountability, and effectiveness of property assessment operations in the city.

Potential points of contention

  • Appointment authority shift: Depending on whether power moved from an independent assessor or board to the city manager or council, this could raise concerns about political influence over property valuations
  • Fiscal impact: Changes to the appointment process might affect salary, qualifications, or job security, potentially influencing the quality of assessment operations
  • Transparency and local control: Roanoke residents may have differing views on whether the new appointment method provides adequate oversight and accountability for a function affecting their tax obligations

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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