For Immediate Release June 18, 2026
Contact: Angie Jeffries
Phone: 816-881-3085 ajeffries@jacksongov.org
Jackson County, MO. - Jackson County Executive Phil LeVota will hold a press conference today to address the recent lawsuit filed by the Independence School District and Fort Osage School District seeking a preliminary injunction against Jackson County's property tax credit program.
The County Executive will provide information regarding the legal challenge and the circumstances that led to the implementation of the tax credits, including taxpayer complaints regarding property assessments, actions taken by the Missouri State Tax Commission, and Jackson County's role in administering property tax collections.
The press conference will also provide additional context regarding the issues raised in the lawsuit and the County's response.
Press Conference Information
Date: Thursday, June 18, 2026 Time: 3:00 p.m. Location: 2nd Floor, Executive Office Jackson County Courthouse 415 E. 12th Street Kansas City, Missouri
Members of the media are encouraged to attend.