A quick note this morning before I head out to finish picking up signs –

Thank you Roane County voters! I will give my all to ensure the Property
Assessor’s office is run openly, fairly and compliantly.

I will need help. As I’ve stated since the beginning, I will be talking with everyone in the office who is willing to work with me about continuing their service. I need good staff. I am very hopeful for a smooth, clean transition from the current Property Assessor.

Within the next 5 days I will be sending a letter to the current Property Assessor outlining my proposed transition plan so we can have a seamless changeover. The plan will outline my introductory meeting with the staff and the schedule for the one-on-one discussions about their intentions to continue working in the office under my leadership.

I am disappointed that a couple of the current employees have already indicated that they are not willing to continue their service. No matter the decision, I do expect those who feel that they cannot work under my leadership to conduct themselves professionally during this transition. We owe the people of Roane County a professional transition; as such any unprofessional actions or antics will not be tolerated.

Together we can have a great Office that is focused on fair property assessments for Roane County!

I am off to pick up signs, but in closing, I thank those who supported me, however, I pledge to "everyone" that I will run the office fairly for "all" of Roane County, including my employees.

Plenty of work to do...

Sincerely,

David, Property Assessor-elect