Jackson County Legislature Passes Ordinance Giving Property Tax Credit to Seniors

The Kansas City Globe e-Edition
DaRon McGee, chairman, Jackson County Legislature
DaRon McGee, chairman, Jackson County Legislature

Action Follows Second Attempt in Two Weeks

The Jackson County Legislature on Monday, September 18, passed Ordinance # 5787, enacting a property tax credit to eligible taxpayers within Jackson County, Mo.

The tax credit would essentially freeze property taxes at the 2023 level for eligible seniors. It allows anyone 62 or older who owns a home with a market value of less than $550,000 tand who receive…