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Franklin County Assessor

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1
Term
4 years
Candidates
2
Election
Nov 3, 2026

What this office does: The assessor sets the value of every property in the county for property taxes.

CandidatesCompare by issue

Taxes & budget

  • Chris HollingsworthPrefers Republican Party

    • Pledges fair, equitable, consistent and transparent assessments

  • John A RosenauPrefers Republican Party

    • Supports property tax exemptions for seniors, disabled and farmers

Government & transparency

  • Chris HollingsworthPrefers Republican Party

    • Proposes better appraisal training and open communication

  • John A RosenauPrefers Republican Party

    • Led stronger staff training and valuation consistency

Challengers are listed first and incumbents last; otherwise candidates appear in ballot order. The Gist does not rank, rate or endorse candidates. Only positions backed by a cited source are shown; 2 issues covered in this race.