George Runner, Second District Member of the California State Board of Equalization (BOE), today announced an annual meeting of BOE Board Members and county assessors from each of California’s 58 counties. This year’s meeting will take place at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, October 19, 2011 in room 4203 at the State Capitol, located at 10th and L Streets in Sacramento.

“As chair of the Board’s Property Tax Committee, I look forward to a lively discussion of front-burning tax policy issues facing our state,” said Senator Runner. “Our goal must always be to ensure taxpayers are treated fairly and with respect by all levels of government. California’s county assessors are a vital partner in this work.”

The BOE is required by law to hold meetings with assessors at least once a year to discuss issues relating to the administration of assessment and taxation laws, and to promote uniformity of procedure in property tax matters throughout the state.

This year’s meeting will include panel discussions on embedded software and a split-roll property tax. Public comment on both of these topics is welcome.

Elected in November 2010, taxpayer advocate George Runner represents the Second District of the Board of Equalization. Runner was sworn in as Second District Board Member on January 3, 2011. Prior to his election to the Board, Runner served twelve years in the State Legislature. As a thoughtful conservative, his legislative priorities included improving the economy, business growth, education excellence, and public safety for all Californians. As a member of the Senate Revenue and Taxation Committee, Runner consistently led the fight against tax increases and supported tax relief for families and businesses.

The five-member California State Board of Equalization (BOE) is a publicly elected tax board. The BOE collects more than $50 billion annually in taxes and fees supporting state and local government services. It hears business tax appeals, acts as the appellate body for franchise and personal income tax appeals, and serves a significant role in the assessment and administration of property taxes. For more information on other taxes and fees in California, visit www.taxes.ca.gov.