I want to personally thank all my supporters and the over 5,200 people in Boone County who voted for me!
We were outspent by 12:1 running against a 20-year incumbent. I couldn't be prouder of our campaign and the issues we raised.
Thursday, August 7, 2008
Monday, July 14, 2008
Assessor's Race in the News
Ashland alderwoman offers county choice
Like many people across the country, Barb Bishop was horrified as she watched the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina three years ago unfold on television. The event prompted thousands of people to donate money and volunteer, and it became the catalyst to jolt Bishop into local governance.
“It really upset me,” Bishop said. Governments at “every level dropped the ball there, I thought. I sat there going, ‘You know, if more of us would be more involved in government instead of just sitting back and saying that they are taking care of me — .’
Sparks fly in forum for assessor candidates
As he made his opening remarks, Boone County Assessor Tom Schauwecker said his public office was running smoothly and cited the adage "If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it."
"I disagree with my opponent," challenger Barb Bishop said in her opening. "I think it is broken."
Another audience member brought up a publicized incident from 2005 in which Schauwecker used profanity in a voice-mail message to a constituent who had called with questions about her camper’s assessed value. "In the assessor’s office under Barb Bishop, the only F-word would be f-a-i-r," she said.
Democratic candidates for assessor find plenty to disagree about
During their opening and closing speeches, and in response to voters’ questions, incumbent Tom Schauwecker and challenger Barbara Bishop addressed the most prominent campaign issues, including public disclosure of home sale prices, the use of vehicle identification numbers, or VINs, for vehicle assessment and invocations of “change” and “fairness.”
Home sales surveys stir challenger: Assessor says data key for valuations
● Issue: Voluntary questionnaires sent by the Boone County assessor’s office to collect sale price information about homes. Missouri law does not require public disclosure of a home’s purchase price.
● Challenger Barbara Bishop said the questionnaires are not clearly enough labeled as voluntary and fears completed questionnaires can be misused to raise property values for other homes in a neighborhood where a sale occurs.
● Assessor Tom Schauwecker said his office uses the surveys to obtain market data that help make property appraisals for tax purposes. He said the information is only used to estimate value of the surveyed home.
[Clarification: I would do away completely with the "certificate of value" survey my opponent currently uses. It is not mandatory; therefore only a few people turn it in; and therefore it provides incomplete and often inaccurate information about a critical issue: the sales prices of homes.]
Like many people across the country, Barb Bishop was horrified as she watched the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina three years ago unfold on television. The event prompted thousands of people to donate money and volunteer, and it became the catalyst to jolt Bishop into local governance.
“It really upset me,” Bishop said. Governments at “every level dropped the ball there, I thought. I sat there going, ‘You know, if more of us would be more involved in government instead of just sitting back and saying that they are taking care of me — .’
Sparks fly in forum for assessor candidates
As he made his opening remarks, Boone County Assessor Tom Schauwecker said his public office was running smoothly and cited the adage "If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it."
"I disagree with my opponent," challenger Barb Bishop said in her opening. "I think it is broken."
Another audience member brought up a publicized incident from 2005 in which Schauwecker used profanity in a voice-mail message to a constituent who had called with questions about her camper’s assessed value. "In the assessor’s office under Barb Bishop, the only F-word would be f-a-i-r," she said.
Democratic candidates for assessor find plenty to disagree about
During their opening and closing speeches, and in response to voters’ questions, incumbent Tom Schauwecker and challenger Barbara Bishop addressed the most prominent campaign issues, including public disclosure of home sale prices, the use of vehicle identification numbers, or VINs, for vehicle assessment and invocations of “change” and “fairness.”
Home sales surveys stir challenger: Assessor says data key for valuations
● Issue: Voluntary questionnaires sent by the Boone County assessor’s office to collect sale price information about homes. Missouri law does not require public disclosure of a home’s purchase price.
● Challenger Barbara Bishop said the questionnaires are not clearly enough labeled as voluntary and fears completed questionnaires can be misused to raise property values for other homes in a neighborhood where a sale occurs.
● Assessor Tom Schauwecker said his office uses the surveys to obtain market data that help make property appraisals for tax purposes. He said the information is only used to estimate value of the surveyed home.
[Clarification: I would do away completely with the "certificate of value" survey my opponent currently uses. It is not mandatory; therefore only a few people turn it in; and therefore it provides incomplete and often inaccurate information about a critical issue: the sales prices of homes.]
Friday, June 20, 2008
My Ideas for Change
1) If it's still the largest in the state or even larger than average, return some of the Boone County assessor's surplus to taxpayers. They can invest their money better than we can.
Avoid huge tax windfalls or sudden tax losses with consistent reassessments that accurately reflect property values, up OR down.
2) Rethink the vehicle tax based on vehicle identification numbers or VINs. That policy change led to a tax increase for thousands of hard-working Boone County residents. Tax increases should be legislated and approved by the people, but my opponent made this increase on his own. I believe in Taxation WITH Representation.
3) Protect first time homebuyers by abolishing the Certificate of Value that everyone gets from the assessor after they buy property. It is an unnecessary burden on homeowners and employees of the assessor's office.
4) My opponent has lost several large, high profile tax appeals that tied up school funding in escrow for years and helped kill high-paying jobs. I want to carefully study those appeals and others, to make sure the assessor's office has learned from its mistakes. We can't afford not to do the job right the first time.
5) My opponent uses a poorly advertised informal office appeal for taxpayers to appeal their taxes. It's legal, but few people know about it. Those who do have an unfair advantage. I've only seen it mentioned in the Columbia Tribune once in ten years. I want to make sure that all appeals processes are open, well-advertised and transparent.
6) I will use best practices among professional appraisers for special property types, such as historic property.
7) I want to strive for assessment consistency and treat everyone fairly. That means not over-appraising homes in low-income neighborhoods, for instance.
8) The Board of Equalization that hears property tax appeals must consist of three property owning, taxpaying citizens. But in Boone County, the Board of Equalization is staffed by county commissioners AND the county assessor -- the foxes guarding the henhouse. I strongly support a citizens-only board. Possible board members might be a certified appraiser, real estate agent, and homeowner.
Pease let me know which ideas most appeal to you. Reach me at 573-657-9521 or mailto:bishopforboone@yahoo.com.
Avoid huge tax windfalls or sudden tax losses with consistent reassessments that accurately reflect property values, up OR down.
2) Rethink the vehicle tax based on vehicle identification numbers or VINs. That policy change led to a tax increase for thousands of hard-working Boone County residents. Tax increases should be legislated and approved by the people, but my opponent made this increase on his own. I believe in Taxation WITH Representation.
3) Protect first time homebuyers by abolishing the Certificate of Value that everyone gets from the assessor after they buy property. It is an unnecessary burden on homeowners and employees of the assessor's office.
4) My opponent has lost several large, high profile tax appeals that tied up school funding in escrow for years and helped kill high-paying jobs. I want to carefully study those appeals and others, to make sure the assessor's office has learned from its mistakes. We can't afford not to do the job right the first time.
5) My opponent uses a poorly advertised informal office appeal for taxpayers to appeal their taxes. It's legal, but few people know about it. Those who do have an unfair advantage. I've only seen it mentioned in the Columbia Tribune once in ten years. I want to make sure that all appeals processes are open, well-advertised and transparent.
6) I will use best practices among professional appraisers for special property types, such as historic property.
7) I want to strive for assessment consistency and treat everyone fairly. That means not over-appraising homes in low-income neighborhoods, for instance.
8) The Board of Equalization that hears property tax appeals must consist of three property owning, taxpaying citizens. But in Boone County, the Board of Equalization is staffed by county commissioners AND the county assessor -- the foxes guarding the henhouse. I strongly support a citizens-only board. Possible board members might be a certified appraiser, real estate agent, and homeowner.
Pease let me know which ideas most appeal to you. Reach me at 573-657-9521 or mailto:bishopforboone@yahoo.com.
Thursday, June 19, 2008
Columbia Public Schools Listening Forum
I attended a very emotional forum Wednesday night hosted by the Columbia Public Schools Board of Education. I wanted to find out how closely the school district and the county assessor communicate, because property taxes mostly fund public schools. I've read several news articles, like this one from June 8th, that appear to show some kind of communication.
But after reading another article from June 17th, just a week later, I'm not sure what kind of communication.
The first article says "administrators found out last week that the assessed valuation of property in the district has grown just 3.14 percent over the past year, less than the 3.5 percent increase they expected to see. "
"District officials had even been cautiously optimistic that assessed valuation would grow as much as 4.5 percent, and they planned to use the additional revenue to give employees an across-the-board pay raise."
The second article says, "the district expects to see at least a 5 percent growth in assessed valuation in 2009, a reassessment year..."
Huh? There are four different numbers here, with four different expectations, each with its own plan.
How did the Columbia school district get this information? If they got it from the county assessor, why isn't it consistent?
These are all important reasons I believe the county assessor should be communicating regularly and openly with local school boards and administrators.
I want to continue hearing from you -- your concerns about our economy, our jobs, our schools, our homes, and our families. Tonight I'll be at Twilight Fest in Downtown Columbia.
Tomorrow, I'll be attending the Muleskinner's debate between southern district county commissioner Karen Miller and her challenger, Sid Sullivan.
I'll be at the 14th annual Hallsville Heritage Days this Saturday, June 21 and at several other events and venues that day.
But after reading another article from June 17th, just a week later, I'm not sure what kind of communication.
The first article says "administrators found out last week that the assessed valuation of property in the district has grown just 3.14 percent over the past year, less than the 3.5 percent increase they expected to see. "
"District officials had even been cautiously optimistic that assessed valuation would grow as much as 4.5 percent, and they planned to use the additional revenue to give employees an across-the-board pay raise."
The second article says, "the district expects to see at least a 5 percent growth in assessed valuation in 2009, a reassessment year..."
Huh? There are four different numbers here, with four different expectations, each with its own plan.
How did the Columbia school district get this information? If they got it from the county assessor, why isn't it consistent?
These are all important reasons I believe the county assessor should be communicating regularly and openly with local school boards and administrators.
I want to continue hearing from you -- your concerns about our economy, our jobs, our schools, our homes, and our families. Tonight I'll be at Twilight Fest in Downtown Columbia.
Tomorrow, I'll be attending the Muleskinner's debate between southern district county commissioner Karen Miller and her challenger, Sid Sullivan.
I'll be at the 14th annual Hallsville Heritage Days this Saturday, June 21 and at several other events and venues that day.
Thursday, June 12, 2008
Making Change and I'm Not Even Elected!
I'd like to congratulate my opponent for making a long-overdue change on the county assessor's website by bringing transparency to the appeals process.
If you look here, you'll see where I suggested months ago that we need to advertise and make the entire process very clear and open (platform point #6). I even use the words "informal appeal."
And what do you know? This suddenly appears on the assessor's website:
The last day to appeal your assessment is June 30, 2008. If you do not agree with your assessment, there are three steps you can take in the appeal process.
Informal Hearings
Contact the county assessor’s office as soon as you are notified of your assessment. During an informal meeting with the assessor or one of the staff, you can learn how your assessment was made, what factors were considered, and what type of records pertain to your property. Many disagreements are taken care of at this level.
Board of Equalization
If not satisfied after the informal meeting, you should fill out the Boone County Board of Equalization Assessment Appeal form. This form must be returned to the Boone County Clerk postmarked by June 30, 2008. The board will hear evidence from the assessor and you regarding the value of the property which is the subject of the appeal.
State Tax Commission
You have a right to appeal the decision of the board of equalization to the State Tax Commission by August 15 in first-class counties (which includes Boone) or St Louis County, and September 30 in other counties or 30 days after the final action of the board of equalization—whichever is later. For more information regarding appeals see the Reassessment Questions & Answers or contact the Missouri State Tax Commission.
Just think what I'll be able to accomplish after I become your next Boone County Assessor on August 5th! And as always, I appreciate your votes and support.
If you look here, you'll see where I suggested months ago that we need to advertise and make the entire process very clear and open (platform point #6). I even use the words "informal appeal."
And what do you know? This suddenly appears on the assessor's website:
The last day to appeal your assessment is June 30, 2008. If you do not agree with your assessment, there are three steps you can take in the appeal process.
Informal Hearings
Contact the county assessor’s office as soon as you are notified of your assessment. During an informal meeting with the assessor or one of the staff, you can learn how your assessment was made, what factors were considered, and what type of records pertain to your property. Many disagreements are taken care of at this level.
Board of Equalization
If not satisfied after the informal meeting, you should fill out the Boone County Board of Equalization Assessment Appeal form. This form must be returned to the Boone County Clerk postmarked by June 30, 2008. The board will hear evidence from the assessor and you regarding the value of the property which is the subject of the appeal.
State Tax Commission
You have a right to appeal the decision of the board of equalization to the State Tax Commission by August 15 in first-class counties (which includes Boone) or St Louis County, and September 30 in other counties or 30 days after the final action of the board of equalization—whichever is later. For more information regarding appeals see the Reassessment Questions & Answers or contact the Missouri State Tax Commission.
Just think what I'll be able to accomplish after I become your next Boone County Assessor on August 5th! And as always, I appreciate your votes and support.
Gary Nolan/Eagle 93.9 FM Interview
Fireworks! Or should I say, "firetrucks."
That was Drive radio talk show host Gary Nolan's humorous take on my opponents use of the F-word in a well-publicized event a couple of years ago. He couldn't use the real word so he started our interview yesterday on the Eagle 93.9 FM with this rendition of a recorded telephone conversation between my opponent, a Hallsville constituent, and an employee in the assessor's office.
"Give me a firetrucking telephone number where I can reach you at."
"She’s got a firetrucking - she’s crazy."
"I’ve left three firetrucking messages for her."
Gary started the show with a bang and then we got down to business, talking about my platform for change, which includes not using the word "firetruck."
We talked about why it's important to tax homeowners and landlords -- even though they might be right next door to each other -- using different methods. A senior citizen with a paid off home
has little in common with an investor and a rental.
We talked about why I'm running for assessor -- why I'm uniquely qualified to tackle some complex issues that our current foreclosure crisis will only make more complex.
We talked about my passion for fairness in public service, and the need to follow the law.
Speaking of following the law, my opponent's loss of the now famous 3M appeal late last year came up. I talked about how I would have handled the case differently, and why the State Tax Commission ruled against him.
A couple of callers phoned in, but after my segment was over. I'm hoping to come back. Mr. Nolan suggested a debate between my opponent and I. I don't do a lot of radio interviews so I was a little nervous, but I think I said, "bring it on!"
Assessor apologizes after leaving profane voice mail
3M wins decision on taxes. Ruling saves plant almost $1 million.
3M COMPANY: State Tax Commission Ruling
That was Drive radio talk show host Gary Nolan's humorous take on my opponents use of the F-word in a well-publicized event a couple of years ago. He couldn't use the real word so he started our interview yesterday on the Eagle 93.9 FM with this rendition of a recorded telephone conversation between my opponent, a Hallsville constituent, and an employee in the assessor's office.
"Give me a firetrucking telephone number where I can reach you at."
"She’s got a firetrucking - she’s crazy."
"I’ve left three firetrucking messages for her."
Gary started the show with a bang and then we got down to business, talking about my platform for change, which includes not using the word "firetruck."
We talked about why it's important to tax homeowners and landlords -- even though they might be right next door to each other -- using different methods. A senior citizen with a paid off home
has little in common with an investor and a rental.
We talked about why I'm running for assessor -- why I'm uniquely qualified to tackle some complex issues that our current foreclosure crisis will only make more complex.
We talked about my passion for fairness in public service, and the need to follow the law.
Speaking of following the law, my opponent's loss of the now famous 3M appeal late last year came up. I talked about how I would have handled the case differently, and why the State Tax Commission ruled against him.
A couple of callers phoned in, but after my segment was over. I'm hoping to come back. Mr. Nolan suggested a debate between my opponent and I. I don't do a lot of radio interviews so I was a little nervous, but I think I said, "bring it on!"
Assessor apologizes after leaving profane voice mail
3M wins decision on taxes. Ruling saves plant almost $1 million.
3M COMPANY: State Tax Commission Ruling
Friday, April 25, 2008
My Ideas for Change
- If it's still the largest in the state or even larger than average, return some of the Boone County assessor's surplus to taxpayers. They can invest their money better than we can.
- Avoid huge tax windfalls or sudden tax losses with consistent reassessments that accurately reflect property values, up OR down.
- Rethink the vehicle tax based on vehicle identification numbers or VINs. That policy change led to a tax increase for thousands of hard-working Boone County residents. Tax increases should be legislated and approved by the people, but my opponent made this increase on his own. I believe in Taxation WITH Representation.
- Protect first time homebuyers by abolishing the Certificate of Value that everyone gets from the assessor after they buy property. It is an unnecessary burden on homeowners and employees of the assessor's office.
- My opponent has lost several large, high profile tax appeals that tied up school funding in escrow for years and helped kill high-paying jobs. I want to carefully study those appeals and others, to make sure the assessor's office has learned from its mistakes. We can't afford not to do the job right the first time.
- My opponent uses a poorly advertised informal office appeal for taxpayers to appeal their taxes. It's legal, but few people know about it. Those who do have an unfair advantage. I've only seen it mentioned in the Columbia Tribune once in ten years. I want to make sure that all appeals processes are open, well-advertised and transparent.
- I will use best practices among professional appraisers for special property types, such as historic property.
- I want to strive for assessment consistency and treat everyone fairly. That means not over-appraising homes in low-income neighborhoods, for instance.
- The Board of Equalization that hears property tax appeals must consist of three property owning, taxpaying citizens. But in Boone County, the Board of Equalization is staffed by county commissioners AND the county assessor -- the foxes guarding the henhouse. I strongly support a citizens-only board. Possible board members might be a certified appraiser, real estate agent, and homeowner.
Please let me know which ideas most appeal to you. Reach me at 573-657-9521 or mailto:bishopforboone@yahoo.com.
Wednesday, April 16, 2008
Meet Me at the Centralia Kiwanis Club
I'll be at the Centralia Kiwanis Club at Noon,
Thursday, May 15: Barbara Bishop -- Why I Want to Be Your New Assessor
Thursday, May 15: Barbara Bishop -- Why I Want to Be Your New Assessor
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
Barb Bishop: Tips for Making Tax Time Less Taxing
It's that time again -- April 15th, when Federal and State income taxes come due for another year.
So let's put those property taxes to work!
Boone County assessor candidate Barb Bishop would like to remind that property taxes are tax deductible and that senior citizens and disabled persons may be eligible for property tax and rent credits through the State of Missouri.
"I think it's important that government help keep people informed," Bishop said. "Part of that role is keeping people informed about government itself."
"The Missouri Property Tax Credit Claim gives credit to certain senior citizens and 100 percent disabled individuals for a portion of the real estate taxes or rent they have paid for the year," according to the Missouri Department of Revenue. "The credit is for a maximum of $750 and can only be claimed on the home they occupied during the period being claimed. The actual credit is based on the amount of real estate taxes or rent paid and total household income."
Now a tax credit is different from a tax deduction. A credit comes right off the tax owed.
A deduction comes off taxable income. Real estate and personal property taxes are deductible on Federal income tax form 1040.
"Real property taxes that are subject to state, local, or foreign property tax are deductible in the year you pay or accrue them," according to the IRS. "Personal property taxes are deductible if the tax is imposed on a yearly basis and is based on the assessed value of the property."
Not deductible: Taxes not based on the value of the property and local taxes imposed for the sake of improvement, such as for streets, sidewalks, and sewer lines.
For more information on property tax credits and deductions, please visit:
Missouri Property Tax Credit
Deductible Real Property Taxes
Contact Barb
So let's put those property taxes to work!
Boone County assessor candidate Barb Bishop would like to remind that property taxes are tax deductible and that senior citizens and disabled persons may be eligible for property tax and rent credits through the State of Missouri.
"I think it's important that government help keep people informed," Bishop said. "Part of that role is keeping people informed about government itself."
"The Missouri Property Tax Credit Claim gives credit to certain senior citizens and 100 percent disabled individuals for a portion of the real estate taxes or rent they have paid for the year," according to the Missouri Department of Revenue. "The credit is for a maximum of $750 and can only be claimed on the home they occupied during the period being claimed. The actual credit is based on the amount of real estate taxes or rent paid and total household income."
Now a tax credit is different from a tax deduction. A credit comes right off the tax owed.
A deduction comes off taxable income. Real estate and personal property taxes are deductible on Federal income tax form 1040.
"Real property taxes that are subject to state, local, or foreign property tax are deductible in the year you pay or accrue them," according to the IRS. "Personal property taxes are deductible if the tax is imposed on a yearly basis and is based on the assessed value of the property."
Not deductible: Taxes not based on the value of the property and local taxes imposed for the sake of improvement, such as for streets, sidewalks, and sewer lines.
For more information on property tax credits and deductions, please visit:
Missouri Property Tax Credit
Deductible Real Property Taxes
Contact Barb
Tuesday, March 25, 2008
PRESS RELEASE: Ashland city councilwoman Barbara Bishop files for Boone County Assessor
For the first time in years, Boone County assessor Tom Schauwecker has a challenger for the August 5th primary election.
Certified real estate appraiser and Ashland city council member Barbara Bishop has filed to run for the position as a Democrat.
"Right now, our economy is hurting. Homes are in foreclosure, and job-killing property taxes have put additional pressure on high-paying employers like 3M," said Bishop, a former member of Ashland's Planning and Zoning Commission and Parks Board. "Boone County needs an assessor who will protect schools and public safety by assessing property fairly."
Properly appraising property -- from cars to homes to livestock -- is at the heart of the assessor's job.
With thirteen years of appraisal experience, Bishop's plan for the county assessor's office includes her most important promise: to treat constituents and employees with respect and dignity.
She also wants to investigate rescinding the vehicle tax based on vehicle identification numbers or VINs, which led to a net tax increase for thousands of Boone County residents. Bishop instead
advocates letting voters or the county commission decide. "Tax increases should be voted on," Bishop said.
Other ideas include making sure the assessor's office follows the law and avoids being overturned on appeal.
"The current administration has lost several large, high-profile tax appeals that tied up school funding in escrow for years," Bishop said. "I want to carefully study those appeals, and make sure the assessor's office has learned from its mistakes. We can't afford not to do the job right the first time."
Doing the job right the first time -- through planning -- has been a hallmark of Bishop's service in Ashland, a southern Boone County town nestled amidst a population of nearly 10,000 people, many of whom work in Columbia.
In a nod to good governance reported just this week, Bishop has joined fellow city council members to partner with the Southern Boone County School District on a major road construction project "that will provide a dramatic improvement," school board president and Commerce Bank executive Joe Miller told the Boone County Journal, Ashland's local newspaper.
Bishop has also been a key supporter of building coalitions through communications, advocating for the creation of an economic development commission that included elected officials, the Chamber of Commerce, groups, schools, and most importantly, what she calls "our bright, talented citizens."
To the office of Boone County assessor, Bishop wants to bring the same attention to details --and people.
"I'm running on a platform of professionalism, fairness, and openness," Bishop said.
CONTACT: Barbara Bishop, 573-657-9521 or
bishopforboone@yahoo.com
Certified real estate appraiser and Ashland city council member Barbara Bishop has filed to run for the position as a Democrat.
"Right now, our economy is hurting. Homes are in foreclosure, and job-killing property taxes have put additional pressure on high-paying employers like 3M," said Bishop, a former member of Ashland's Planning and Zoning Commission and Parks Board. "Boone County needs an assessor who will protect schools and public safety by assessing property fairly."
Properly appraising property -- from cars to homes to livestock -- is at the heart of the assessor's job.
With thirteen years of appraisal experience, Bishop's plan for the county assessor's office includes her most important promise: to treat constituents and employees with respect and dignity.
She also wants to investigate rescinding the vehicle tax based on vehicle identification numbers or VINs, which led to a net tax increase for thousands of Boone County residents. Bishop instead
advocates letting voters or the county commission decide. "Tax increases should be voted on," Bishop said.
Other ideas include making sure the assessor's office follows the law and avoids being overturned on appeal.
"The current administration has lost several large, high-profile tax appeals that tied up school funding in escrow for years," Bishop said. "I want to carefully study those appeals, and make sure the assessor's office has learned from its mistakes. We can't afford not to do the job right the first time."
Doing the job right the first time -- through planning -- has been a hallmark of Bishop's service in Ashland, a southern Boone County town nestled amidst a population of nearly 10,000 people, many of whom work in Columbia.
In a nod to good governance reported just this week, Bishop has joined fellow city council members to partner with the Southern Boone County School District on a major road construction project "that will provide a dramatic improvement," school board president and Commerce Bank executive Joe Miller told the Boone County Journal, Ashland's local newspaper.
Bishop has also been a key supporter of building coalitions through communications, advocating for the creation of an economic development commission that included elected officials, the Chamber of Commerce, groups, schools, and most importantly, what she calls "our bright, talented citizens."
To the office of Boone County assessor, Bishop wants to bring the same attention to details --and people.
"I'm running on a platform of professionalism, fairness, and openness," Bishop said.
CONTACT: Barbara Bishop, 573-657-9521 or
bishopforboone@yahoo.com
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