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County Assessor, Porter County

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1
Term
4 years
Candidates
2
Election
Nov 3, 2026

What this office does: The county assessor oversees the assessment of property for property taxes across the county.

CandidatesCompare by issue

Taxes & budget

  • Scott J KinganDemocratic

    • Pledges plain-language education on assessments and tax bills
    • Pledges fair, accurate assessments and a more open office

  • Sue NeffRepublican

    No documented position found.

Government & transparency

  • Scott J KinganDemocratic

    • Supports working with builders, realtors and local officials

  • Sue NeffRepublican

    No documented position found.

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