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Jackson County Legislature Passes Ordinance Giving Property Tax Credit to Seniors
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 valu...