Board of Equalization Meeting - April 15, 2026

The City of Dickinson Board of Equalization held a meeting on April 15, 2026, primarily focused on property assessments and valuation appeals for the 2025 and 2026 tax years. Key procurement-related discussions involved reviewing and potentially adjusting assessed property values based on submitted appraisals and income approaches, particularly for commercial properties such as the Prairie Hills Mall and several apartment complexes owned by Roers Corporation. The board discussed the challenges of valuation methods, including the use of income-based approaches versus market comparables, and the need for additional financial documentation to support appeals. Several property owners presented concerns about significant assessment increases and requested meetings with the assessor's office to review valuations. The board approved the standard exemptions for 2026 and scheduled a follow-up meeting for May 26, 2026, to consider further adjustments and appeals. No contract awards or procurement decisions were made, but the meeting emphasized the importance of accurate property valuations affecting future tax revenues and potential abatements.