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2 days ago
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Confused by latest order? How to calculate if your Jackson County assessment is within limits
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Jackson County assessments are showing up in homeowner's mailboxes. Some people may be surprised at the increase after a May order from the State Tax Commission. Some taxpayers may receive tax refunds in June: When payments could arrive That order capped increases in each assessment period at 15% and set 2022 as a starting point for this year's assessments after 2023 assessments were heavily contested. But determining your maximum 2025 assessment is a little bit more complicated than a single multiplication or division. Legislator Sean Smith and Preston Smith (no relation) have been helping homeowners with appeals since assessments skyrocketed in 2023. This week as they went out again they've been getting questions about what the latest State Tax Commission Order and 15% cap really means. 'People look at it and the first thing they see is, I thought it was only going to be a 15% increase and that was the perception. I've probably answered it online 100 times,' Preston Smith said. 'A lot of people are contacting me thinking they only do the 15 percent once, but you have to do it twice,' Legislator Sean Smith explained. To illustrate how it works with the latest rules using 2022 assessments as the starting point, consider a home with a $100,000 assessed value in 2022. To calculate the maximum assessed value in 2023 multiply $100,000 by 1.15 which is $115,000. But then you have to multiply by 115% again to determine the maximum value a home could be assessed at this year. In this example it would be $132,250. The two 15% increases end up yielding a maximum increase of 32.25% during the two assessment periods. 'I would really urge people to do the math themselves to check it, check and really verify,' Preston Smith said. To do that, however, you have to know your home's 2022 assessed value, which according to those who have received this year's assessments, isn't on this year's notices. You can find that historical information online at the Jackson County Parcel Viewer or Ascend Web. If your increase ends up beyond the allowances under the State order or if you simply don't agree with your value, you still can appeal. Appeals have to be filed by July 14. Download WDAF+ for Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV As for seniors, 40,000 are already enrolled in a new tax credit program freezing tax bills. The county says estimated savings are included on notices, but are subject to change. Both Sean and Preston Smith say they are pressing the Assessor's Office for complete assessment data in 2022, 2023 and 2025 to see how much home values increased, and how many of those increases equated to the maximum allowed if no new construction was done under the State Tax Commission Order without a physical inspection. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Business Wire
30-04-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Premier Anesthesia Partners with Holzer Health System to Enhance Anesthesia Services Across Southeast Ohio
ALPHARETTA, Ga.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Premier Anesthesia, one of the nation's oldest and largest privately held, single-specialty anesthesia practice management companies, today announced its new partnership with four key facilities in the Holzer Health System: Holzer Gallipolis, Holzer Gallipolis Surgery Center, Holzer Jackson and Holzer Athens Surgery Center. This collaboration underscores Premier Anesthesia's continued commitment to expanding in the region by partnering with hospitals and surgery centers to deliver exceptional anesthesia care in a variety of clinical settings. The partnership also represents an emerging model for anesthesia care, in which an anesthesia practice management company partners with a hospital to transition members of the clinical team to an employed model and facilitate a smooth operation of the clinical program. The Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) on the Holzer anesthesia team will be employed with the health system, and Premier Anesthesia will work as the hospital's practice management partner to grow the number of clinical providers to support coverage needs across all four locations and bring best practices for clinical care, practice management and patient service. The group plans to recruit additional CRNAs and physician anesthesiologists to support coverage needs across the four facilities and will operate care models that vary based on each facility's needs. Surgical services include a diverse case mix—from obstetrics and endoscopy, to ophthalmology, orthopedics and more. 'We are honored to partner with Holzer Health System, an organization that shares our dedication to high-quality, patient-centered care,' said Preston Smith, president of Premier Anesthesia. 'This collaboration allows us to bring our tailored anesthesia solutions to a region known for combining cutting-edge technology with care that is focused on the needs of patients and their families.' Premier Anesthesia is unique as one of the only remaining independent, national anesthesia groups that does not have any outside ownership or influence from private equity investors or public shareholders. Smith notes, 'As a private group, our ownership structure allows us to align completely with the needs of the patients and hospital facilities and surgery centers, whereas private equity-backed groups that seek increased profits and higher returns from their investment models can result in reduced staffing, inadequate coverage, poor service, provider burnout, loss of control by hospitals and runaway costs. Premier Anesthesia is frequently engaged by hospitals and ambulatory surgery centers to stabilize programs, tap into its substantial recruiting strength to improve staffing and coverage, and provide administrators with robust, transparent data reporting for visibility and control over growing their surgical services, while containing the escalating costs of anesthesia.' Premier Anesthesia brings more than a decade of service in the state of Ohio, and this collaboration takes on a heightened significance with the company's recent expansion in the region. This growth in the Ohio market not only amplifies Premier Anesthesia's commitment to delivering exceptional healthcare services in the state but also underscores the pivotal role its hospitals play in the Ohio healthcare landscape. Premier Anesthesia is a member of the Ohio Hospital Association's Corporate Partner Program. Holzer Gallipolis, a 266-bed, Joint Commission-accredited hospital and designated Rural Referral Center, has been serving the Southeast Ohio River Valley since 1909 with a focus on advanced care and community service. The hospital includes the dedicated Holzer Gallipolis Surgery Center that supports a broad range of inpatient and outpatient surgical procedures. Holzer Jackson is a modern outpatient facility offering primary and specialty care, imaging and lab services with a strong emphasis on accessibility and quality. Holzer Athens Surgery Center delivers advanced surgical care across a wide range of specialties in a state-of-the-art outpatient setting. By partnering with these facilities in the Holzer Health System, Premier Anesthesia is continuing its mission to build and manage the most effective and collaborative anesthesia teams in the industry, helping hospitals and healthcare facilities achieve superior clinical, operational and patient outcomes. Holzer Health System is a not-for-profit multi-disciplinary regional health system with locations throughout southeastern Ohio and western West Virginia. The system includes two hospital locations, multiple clinical locations, long-term care entities, and more than 180 providers in more than 30 medical specialties. Holzer provides the entire continuum of care for the communities we serve. For more information, visit Premier Anesthesia is one of the nation's largest privately held anesthesia management companies. Solely focused on building and managing the best anesthesia teams in the industry, its leadership brings extensive experience and expertise in hospital-based physician staffing, recruiting and management, helping hospital and healthcare facilities across the country achieve superior clinical, business and patient outcomes. Premier Anesthesia is part of the Jackson Healthcare ® family of companies. Learn more at
USA Today
26-04-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
What picks do the Packers have on Day 3 of the 2025 NFL draft?
What picks do the Packers have on Day 3 of the 2025 NFL draft? The Green Bay Packers did not make any trades up or down the board during the second and third rounds on Friday night, so Brian Gutekunst and his staff will go into Saturday with five more scheduled picks to make on Day 3. The Packers have one pick each in the fourth, fifth and sixth rounds and two in the seventh round. Pick No. 237 was acquired from the Pittsburgh Steelers in the Preston Smith trade, while No. 250 is a compensatory pick. The Packers' original pick in the seventh round was traded to the Tennessee Titans for Malik Willis last August. It's possible Gutekunst will move around the board to target players or add draft capital on Saturday. He has drafted two receivers and an offensive lineman during the first two days, but the Packers have bypassed defensive end, defensive tackle and cornerback -- three perceived needs -- so far. Day 3 kicks off from Green Bay at 11:00 a.m. CT on Saturday. The Titans will start the fourth round at No. 103 overall. Packers remaining picks, Day 3 Fourth round, No. 124 overall Fifth round, No. 159 overall Sixth round, No. 198 overall Seventh round, No. 237 overall Seventh round, No. 250 overall Packers draft class after first three rounds
Express Tribune
15-02-2025
- Sport
- Express Tribune
Pittsburgh Steelers release Preston Smith, restructure coaching staff
The Pittsburgh Steelers have begun their offseason roster adjustments, releasing veteran linebacker Preston Smith and making changes to their coaching staff. The decision comes as head coach Mike Tomlin evaluates the team following their early playoff exit. Preston Smith released, cap space cleared The Steelers announced Smith's release via their official X account, tagging Bordas & Bordas, the agency managing the linebacker's contracts. The move clears $13.4 million in 2025 cap space and $14.1 million in 2026 without incurring dead money. Smith, 32, recorded two sacks and two quarterback hits in eight appearances this past season. He was inactive for the Steelers' wildcard playoff game. Reports of his release surfaced two weeks ago, and the decision has now been finalised. Before joining Pittsburgh last November, Smith had expressed dissatisfaction with his role in Green Bay's system, seeking a fresh start with the Steelers. However, his impact was limited, leading to his departure. Coaching staff changes raise questions Tomlin has also reshaped his coaching staff, parting ways with defensive backs coach Grady Brown and linebackers coach Aaron Curry. Both were credited with strong individual player development, with Curry coaching Patrick Queen to a Pro Bowl and mentoring rookie Payton Wilson. Brown played a role in Joey Porter Jr.'s emergence as a top cornerback, allowing a 16.5 passer rating when targeted, the second-best in the league. Despite their contributions, Tomlin reportedly cited blown coverages and recurring mistakes late in the season, particularly in games against the Colts and Cowboys, as reasons for the changes. These moves indicate an aggressive restructuring by the Steelers as they aim for a deeper postseason run next season.
USA Today
15-02-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Is Preston Smith's Steelers release leading to a new superstar WR?
Something exciting may be brewing behind the scenes for the Pittsburgh Steelers. One of the most anticipated moves of the 2025 offseason took place on Friday with the release of Steelers OLB Preston Smith, who was a healthy scratch in two of the final three games of the team's 2024 season. Releasing Smith gave the Pittsburgh Steelers an additional $13.4 million in cap space, further increasing the likelihood of a blockbuster move as the 2025 free agency period in March approaches. Altogether, the Steelers now have more than $50 million in cap space. While several key players remain unsigned, there should still be enough room for one huge name via trade or signing—such as 49ers' Deebo Samuel or Rams' Cooper Kupp. Both Samuel and Kupp were linked as trade targets for the Pittsburgh Steelers throughout 2024. Now that both the 49ers and Rams are likely to move on from their former All-Pro wide receivers in 2025, Smith's release seems to be the catalyst for a massive trade.
