A Political Dialogue Prioritizing Transparency
Since 2012 when I was elected Rutherford County's Property Assessor, I've valued political races centered on policy, not personal matters or attacks. In our community, mudslinging, especially among Republicans, has no place. We've worked too hard to achieve positions...
MTSU Economics Professor and State Representative Charlie Baum, Officially Endorses Rob Mitchell for Rutherford County Property Assessor
Murfreesboro, TN Tennessee State Representative Charlie Baum, officially endorses Rob Mitchell for re-election as Rutherford County's Property Assessor. Republican Baum is an education, business and community leader and recently gave his enthusiastic endorsement to...
Senator Shane Reeves Officially Endorses Rob Mitchell for Rutherford County Property Assessor
Murfreesboro, TN Tennessee State Senator Shane Reeves officially endorses Rob Mitchell for re-election as Rutherford County's Property Assessor. Rutherford native, founder of TwelveStone Health Partners and former business partner at Reeves-Sain Pharmacy, Senator...
Review and Commentary on County Growth
Top ten counties in Tennessee ranked by population growth. New growth brings both advantages and challenges to communities. New growth attracting higher wage earners or "empty nesters" can decrease the financial burdens on a community, and the reverse is also true....
Rutherford County Property Assessor, Rob Mitchell, Calls for Outright Prohibition of State Property Tax
By Rob Mitchell, Rutherford County Property Assessor There is an ever-increasing push to expand government services, there will be an attempt to find ways to fund these government services. It is well known that except for the Hall tax, Tennessee has no income tax...
Rutherford County Property Assessor to Join Global Council for Political Renewal in Meeting on “Ethics in Politics”
Rutherford County Property Assessor Rob Mitchell has been invited to join as a member of the Global Council for Political Renewal and will attend their upcoming meeting on 'Ethics in Politics." The virtual meeting will occur on November 16, in which Mitchell has been...
My Commitment to Fair and Accurate Property Assessments
I'm Rob Mitchell, and I've been the Assessor of Property for Rutherford County for the past several years. During my time in office, I've been steadfast in my commitment to fair and accurate property assessments. I believe that all property owners should pay their...
Proposal to Expand Property Tax Relief for Long-Term, Golden Homeowners in Tennessee
Introduction It is important we value the contributions of our long-term homeowners who have dedicated years to building vibrant neighborhoods and communities. The current Tennessee property tax relief program provides essential support to homeowners aged 65 and above...
Rob Mitchell and Rutherford County Property Assessor’s Office Deliver Significant Savings to County General Fund
MURFREESBORO, TN Under the leadership of Rob Mitchell, the Property Assessor of Rutherford County, and the unwavering dedication of his hardworking staff, the county has experienced a remarkable achievement in fiscal responsibility. The Property Assessors Office is...
Rutherford Values: Community
As your Assessor of Property, I pledge to lead with integrity, transparency, and accountability. I will work tirelessly to ensure that our property assessments are fair and equitable and that the burden of taxation is shared equitably among all residents. I will...