Balancing the Scales: A Bipartisan Look at Property Tax Reforms with Brenda Josephson

Join us on The Must Read Alaska Show as host John Quick dives into a bipartisan discussion with Brenda Josephson, a notable community leader from Haines, Alaska. With a rich background in public service, including roles on the school board, Planning Commission, and borough assembly, Brenda brings a wealth of experience to the table. In this episode, we explore the intricacies of her Property Tax Assessment 2024 White Paper and the recent impactful changes she spearheaded in Haines. The conversation sheds light on the often complicated and burdensome property tax appeals process, and how it disproportionately affects lower-income individuals who may not have the resources for legal representation. Brenda offers her insights into creating a more just and accessible system for all, emphasizing the importance of bipartisan support in these efforts. Tune in for a captivating and informative discussion on the challenges and solutions in property tax reform, and how it affects communities like Haines. Check out the paper here: https://filebin.net/85kex35nm7yu4lfm

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John Quick hosts this national award-winning podcast, celebrated for its exceptional commentary on Alaska politics from the conservative perspective. With a unique style that views each podcast as a human interest piece, John engages with a diverse array of guests, including politicians from both sides of the aisle, CEOs of publicly traded companies, New York Times bestsellers, mayors of small towns in Alaska, and presidents of countries. This approach has led the podcast to win several prestigious awards, such as the 2023 Gold Communicator Award for Political Podcast, the 2023 AVA Gold Award for Political Podcast, the 2022 Gold Dot Com Gold Award for Outstanding Political Podcast, a VIDDY Honorable Mention Award, and ranking as the #1 political podcast in Alaska by Feed Spot. John’s contributions to political discourse extend beyond podcasting, as he also has his own column at Newsmax. Tune in every week for insightful discussions that are always fresh, occasionally tart, and brimming with insights about what’s happening behind the scenes in Alaska politics.