Cmg Trillium LLC Petitioner Vs. Township Of Clinton Respondent
- Petitioner
- Cmg Trillium LLC
- Respondent
- Township Of Clinton
Case overview
- Docket number
- 26-001567-TT
- Status
- Answer Due
- CaseType
- ET Property
- Division
- ET
- County
- Macomb
- Judge
- No judge assigned
Docket history
| Line # | Subject | Filer | Line Ref | Enter Date/Post Mark | Fee | Related Item |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | Proof of service of petition was received. | PET | Not recorded | 10/02/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Download |
| 3 | Petition has been verified | PET | 1 | 08/19/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Download |
| 2 | Notice of Docket Number ET | Not recorded | Not recorded | 08/19/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 1 | A petition was received. | PET | Not recorded | 05/27/2026 | $600.00 | Download |
| Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Download |
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STATE OF MICHIGAN MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL CMG TRILLIUM LLC, Petitioner, v. MTT Docket # 26-001567 TOWNSHIP OF CLINTON, Respondent. PROOF OF SERVICE STATE OF MICHIGAN ) } ss. COUNTY OF OAKLAND) Aaron M. Fales, being duly sworn, deposes and says that on Qa l 2026 he served a copy of Petitioner's Petition on the parties named on the attached list. Aaron M. Fales
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BY CERTIFIED UNITED STATES MAIL, RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED: CLERK CLINTON TWP. - MACOMB 40700 ROMEO PLANK ROAD CLINTON TWP., MI 48038-2917 ASSESSOR CLINTON TWP. - MACOMB 40700 ROMEO PLANK ROAD CLINTON TWP., MI 48038-2917 AND BY FIRST-CLASS UNITED STATES MAIL: CLERK MACOMB COUNTY ATTN: F. KRYCIA ADM BLDG. | 8. MAIN ST., 8TH FLOOR MT. CLEMENS, MI 48043 DIRECTOR OF EQUALIZATION MACOMB COUNTY ATTN: F. KRYCIA ADM BLDG. 1 S. MAIN ST., 8TH FLOOR MT. CLEMENS, MI 48043 SECRETARY OF SCHOOL BOARD CLINTONDALE COMMUNITY SCHOOLS 35100 LITTLE MACK AVENUE CLINTON TWP., MI 48035-2633 STATE TREASURER MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF TREASURY TREASURY BUILDING 430 W. ALLEGAN ST. T.ANSING. MT4R927
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS MARLON |. BROWN, DPA GOVERNOR LANSING DIRECTOR CMG Trillium LLC, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL v MTT Docket No.: 26-001567 Township Of Clinton, Respondent. NOTICE OF DOCKET NUMBER TAKE NOTICE that an Entire Tribunal petition has been filed and the above-noted docket number has been assigned to that petition. This docket number shall be noted on the petition and the petition shall be served within 45 days of the issuance of this notice, as required by TTR 227 and MCL 205.735a, even if the petition was served when filed. A proof of service shall also be filed with the Tribunal within 45 days of the issuance of this notice evidencing the service of the petition. If you submitted a proof of service with the petition, you must still serve the petition and file a second proof of service including the docket number, pursuant to this notice. Failure to serve the petition and file a proof of service within 45 days of the issuance of the notice may result in the dismissal of this case. Under TTR 235(1), “[flhe respondent shall file an answer or responsive motion within 28 days after the date of service of the petition with noted docket number.” Failure to do so will result in Respondent being placed in default. The docket number also needs to be noted on all other documents submitted in this case. Further, the assignment of the docket number does not mean that the Tribunal has authority over the petition or that the petition complies with statutory requirements or the Tribunal’s rules. By: Tribunal Clerk Entered: August 19, 2026 PROOF OF SERVICE | certify that a copy of the foregoing was sent on the entry date indicated above to the
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STATE OF MICHIGAN
MICHIGAN ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS SYSTEM
MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL
CMG TRILLIUM, LLC,
Petitioner,
MIT Docket #26- UD (5767)
ve
Parcel No. 16-11-19-477-005
CLINTON CHARTER TOWNSHIP,
Respondent.
/
PETITION
CMG TRILLIUM,
LLC
(“Petitioner”), through
its attorneys, Law Office
of
Aaron M. Fales, P.C., says:
1.
Petitioner's principal office address
is 43900 Garfield Rd., Ste. 203,
Clinton Twp., MI 48038.
Petitioner is a party in interest with respect to property
taxes on real property fax parcel no. 16-11-19-477-005 {Petitioner's Property"), at
37399 Garfield, Clinton Twp., MI 48036.
2.
Respondent, Clinton Township assesses and collects property taxes
on Petitioner's Property.
3.
In 2026, Respondent determined the taxable value of Petitioner's
Property
to
be
$1,840,440 and
assessed
Petitioner's
Property
at
$2,670,100
resulting in a state equalized value of the same amount based on the tenafivePage 5
4, Petitioner's Property is classified as Commercial Real Property. Petitioner's Property is an office Building. Petitioner believes that Petitioner's Property was originally designed to be used for commercial purposes. 5. This matter involves issues relating to: (a) valuation, (b) assessment, (c) taxable value, and (d) uniformity. 6. At this time, Petitioner believes, as it relates to taxable value, that there is a dispute relative to the value of a loss. 7. The 2026 assessment, including state equalized value and taxable value, imposed on Petitioner's Property, and the taxes to be levied and collected thereon, are invalid and unlawful and operate as a fraud upon the taxpayer for the reasons that: (a) The assessment, including state equalized value and/or taxable value, exceeds the amount permitted by the Michigan Constifution and applicable statutes; (b) The assessment, including state equalized value and/or taxable value, are at higher percentages of true cash value than permissible under the Michigan Constitution and applicable statutes; (c}) The assessment, including taxable value and/or state equalized value, are based upon an erroneous determination of the true cash
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(d) The assessment, including state equalized value and/or taxable value, and the mode of assessment adopted by Respondent, discriminate against Petitioner and deny Petitioner its constitutional rights to uniformity, equal protection and due process of law. WHEREFORE, Petitioner requests that the Tax Tribunal enter an Order reducing the 2026 taxable value of Petitioner's Property from $1,840,440 to $1,000,000, and reducing the 2026 assessed and state equalized values of Petitioner's Property from $2,670,100 to $1,000,000, and requiring Respondent to pay Petitioner the refunds attributable to such reductions, plus interest and costs. Respectfully submitted, LAW OFFICE OF AARON M. FALES, P.C. Attorney for Petitioner By: Lz Aaron M, Fales (P72864) 330 Hamilton Row, Ste. 350 Birmingham, Ml 48009 (248) 767-9840 Dated: May 27,2026
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL · 611 W. OTTAWA ST., LANSING, MI 48933 · 517-335-9760 PO BOX 30232, LANSING, MI 48909 · Other Carriers: 2407 N. GRAND RIVER AVE., LANSING, MI 48906 MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL Docket Number: 26-001567 Is this case currently pending in the Small Claims Division? No Party Filing Document Petitioner Files Document Type: Proof of Service: Petition Attachment File Name: 26 - Trillium POS Fee Information Filing Fee: $ 0.00 Payment Information Payment: $ 0.00
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STATE OF MICHIGAN
MICHIGAN ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS SYSTEM
MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL
CMG TRILLIUM, LLC,
Petitioner,
vs.
CLINTON CHARTER TOWNSHIP,
Respondent.
/
MTT Docket #26-
Parcel No. 16-11-19-477-005
PETITION
CMG TRILLIUM, LLC (“Petitioner”), through its attorneys, Law Office of
Aaron M. Fales, P.C., says:
1.
Petitioner's principal office address is 43900 Garfield Rd., Ste. 203,
Clinton Twp., MI 48038. Petitioner is a party in interest with respect to property
taxes on real property tax parcel no. 16-11-19-477-005 ("Petitioner's Property"), at
37399 Garfield, Clinton Twp., MI 48036.
2.
Respondent, Clinton Township assesses and collects property taxes
on Petitioner's Property.
3.
In 2026, Respondent determined the taxable value of Petitioner's
Property to be $1,840,440 and assessed Petitioner's Property at $2,670,100
resulting in a state equalized value of the same amount based on the tenative
equalization factor.Page 2
4. Petitioner's Property is classified as Commercial Real Property. Petitioner's Property is an office Building. Petitioner believes that Petitioner's Property was originally designed to be used for commercial purposes. 5. This matter involves issues relating to: (a) valuation, (b) assessment, (c) taxable value, and (d) uniformity. 6. At this time, Petitioner believes, as it relates to taxable value, that there is a dispute relative to the value of a loss. 7. The 2026 assessment, including state equalized value and taxable value, imposed on Petitioner's Property, and the taxes to be levied and collected thereon, are invalid and unlawful and operate as a fraud upon the taxpayer for the reasons that: (a) The assessment, including state equalized value and/or taxable value, exceeds the amount permitted by the Michigan Constitution and applicable statutes; (b) The assessment, including state equalized value and/or taxable value, are at higher percentages of true cash value than permissible under the Michigan Constitution and applicable statutes; (c) The assessment, including taxable value and/or state equalized value, are based upon an erroneous determination of the true cash value of that portion of Petitioner's Property that is taxable under Michigan law, and are based upon the application of wrong principles; and,
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(d) The assessment, including state equalized value and/or taxable value, and the mode of assessment adopted by Respondent, discriminate against Petitioner and deny Petitioner its constitutional rights to uniformity, equal protection and due process of law. WHEREFORE, Petitioner requests that the Tax Tribunal enter an Order reducing the 2026 taxable value of Petitioner's Property from $1,840,440 to $1,000,000, and reducing the 2026 assessed and state equalized values of Petitioner's Property from $2,670,100 to $1,000,000, and requiring Respondent to pay Petitioner the refunds attributable to such reductions, plus interest and costs. Dated: May Respectfully submitted, LAW OFFICE OF AARON M. FALES, P.C. Attorney for Petitioner By: _________________________ Aaron M. Fales (P72864) 330 Hamilton Row, Ste. 350 Birmingham, MI 48009 (248) 767-9840 27, 2026
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR Entire Tribunal Case Information Sheet - Petitioner MTT DOCKET NO. Section 1: Petitioner’s Contact Information Filer type: Organization Local Unit of Government First Name M.I. Last Name/Company Name CMG Trillium LLC Home Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 43900 Garfield City or Town Clinton Twp. State Michigan ZIP Code 48038 Telephone Number 2487679840 E-mail Address (do not enter unless you want MTT to send all correspondence via e-mail) afaleslaw@gmail.com Section 2: Attorney/Authorized Representative’s Contact Information First Name Aaron M.I. Last Name Fales Firm Name (if any) Law Office of Aaron M Fales, P.C. Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 330 Hamilton Row Suite 350 City or Town Birmingham State Michigan ZIP Code 48009 Telephone Number 248-767-9840 E-mail Address (do not enter unless you want MTT to send all correspondence via e-mail) afaleslaw@gmail.com Section 3: Issue Please designate one: Valuation Section 4: Subject Property Information How many parcels are you appealing? 1 Property Address (No., Street, City, ST, ZIP) [If multiple, list first property’s address] 37399 Garfield Clinton Twp.
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR Michigan 48038 Taxing Authority (City or Township) Township Of Clinton (MACOMB) County Macomb If you are appealing more than one parcel, are they contiguous or adjoining? (*If no, you must file separate appeals for each non-contiguous or non-adjoining parcel.) N/A Section 5: Check which of the following you are appealing (check all that apply) True Cash and Taxable Values If “Other”, please explain: Section 6: Valuation Information for Each Parcel under Appeal Parcel Number: 16-11-19-477-005 Classification of Property: Real (check one) Commercial (check one) Current Assessed Value (also known as State Equalized Value) as established by the Board of Review: 2670100 Current Taxable Value as established by the Board of Review: 1840440 What do you believe is the fair market value (also known as True Cash Value)? 2000000 Multiply the True Cash Value by 50% and enter here. This is your contention of Assessed Value (also known as State Equalized Value). 1000000 If you belive the Taxable Value differs from your contention of Assessed Value, enter your contention of Taxable Value. 1000000 Fee Information The filing fee is based on the greater of State Equalized Value or Taxable Value in contention. If you are appealing more than one parcel, the parcel with the highest State Equalized Value or Taxable Value in contention will be used to determine your filing fee, plus $25.00 will be added for each additional parcel being appealed. If the State Equalized Value or Taxable Value in contention is: Your filing fee is: $100,000.00 and under $250.00 $100,000.01 to $500,000.00 $400.00 $Over $500,000.00 $600.00 * Plus $25.00 for each additional parcel, not to exceed a total filing fee of $2,000.00.
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR A fee of $250.00 is required for the filing of a Special Assessment Appeal. A fee of $250.00 is required for the filing of an Equalization Tax Appeal. A fee of $250.00 is required for the filing of a Non-Property Tax Appeal. A fee of $150.00 is required for the filing of a Classification Tax Appeal Electronic Signature *Typing your name below will serve as your signature Petitioner or Attorney/Authorized Representative’s Signature: /s/ Aaron Fales Payment Information Amount: 600 Success: True Message: "" Waiver Code: Transaction Number: 26052787087209 Supporting Waiver Documents:
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL · 611 W. OTTAWA ST., LANSING, MI 48933 · 517-335-9760 PO BOX 30232, LANSING, MI 48909 · Other Carriers: 2407 N. GRAND RIVER AVE., LANSING, MI 48906 CMG Trillium LLC, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL v MTT Docket No.: 26-001567 Township Of Clinton, Respondent. NOTICE OF DOCKET NUMBER TAKE NOTICE that an Entire Tribunal petition has been filed and the above-noted docket number has been assigned to that petition. This docket number shall be noted on the petition and the petition shall be served within 45 days of the issuance of this notice, as required by TTR 227 and MCL 205.735a, even if the petition was served when filed. A proof of service shall also be filed with the Tribunal within 45 days of the issuance of this notice evidencing the service of the petition. If you submitted a proof of service with the petition, you must still serve the petition and file a second proof of service including the docket number, pursuant to this notice. Failure to serve the petition and file a proof of service within 45 days of the issuance of the notice may result in the dismissal of this case. Under TTR 235(1), “[t]he respondent shall file an answer or responsive motion within 28 days after the date of service of the petition with noted docket number.” Failure to do so will result in Respondent being placed in default. The docket number also needs to be noted on all other documents submitted in this case. Further, the assignment of the docket number does not mean that the Tribunal has authority over the petition or that the petition complies with statutory requirements or the Tribunal’s rules. By: Tribunal Clerk Entered: August 19, 2026 PROOF OF SERVICE I certify that a copy of the foregoing was sent on the entry date indicated above to the parties or their attorneys or authorized representatives, if any, utilizing either the mailing or email addresses on file, as provided by those parties, attorneys, or authorized representatives. By: Tribunal Clerk
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STATE OF MICHIGAN
MICHIGAN ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS SYSTEM
MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL
CMG TRILLIUM, LLC,
Petitioner,
vs.
CLINTON CHARTER TOWNSHIP,
Respondent.
/
MTT Docket #26-
Parcel No. 16-11-19-477-005
PETITION
CMG TRILLIUM, LLC (“Petitioner”), through its attorneys, Law Office of
Aaron M. Fales, P.C., says:
1.
Petitioner's principal office address is 43900 Garfield Rd., Ste. 203,
Clinton Twp., MI 48038. Petitioner is a party in interest with respect to property
taxes on real property tax parcel no. 16-11-19-477-005 ("Petitioner's Property"), at
37399 Garfield, Clinton Twp., MI 48036.
2.
Respondent, Clinton Township assesses and collects property taxes
on Petitioner's Property.
3.
In 2026, Respondent determined the taxable value of Petitioner's
Property to be $1,840,440 and assessed Petitioner's Property at $2,670,100
resulting in a state equalized value of the same amount based on the tenative
equalization factor.Page 2
4. Petitioner's Property is classified as Commercial Real Property. Petitioner's Property is an office Building. Petitioner believes that Petitioner's Property was originally designed to be used for commercial purposes. 5. This matter involves issues relating to: (a) valuation, (b) assessment, (c) taxable value, and (d) uniformity. 6. At this time, Petitioner believes, as it relates to taxable value, that there is a dispute relative to the value of a loss. 7. The 2026 assessment, including state equalized value and taxable value, imposed on Petitioner's Property, and the taxes to be levied and collected thereon, are invalid and unlawful and operate as a fraud upon the taxpayer for the reasons that: (a) The assessment, including state equalized value and/or taxable value, exceeds the amount permitted by the Michigan Constitution and applicable statutes; (b) The assessment, including state equalized value and/or taxable value, are at higher percentages of true cash value than permissible under the Michigan Constitution and applicable statutes; (c) The assessment, including taxable value and/or state equalized value, are based upon an erroneous determination of the true cash value of that portion of Petitioner's Property that is taxable under Michigan law, and are based upon the application of wrong principles; and,
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(d) The assessment, including state equalized value and/or taxable value, and the mode of assessment adopted by Respondent, discriminate against Petitioner and deny Petitioner its constitutional rights to uniformity, equal protection and due process of law. WHEREFORE, Petitioner requests that the Tax Tribunal enter an Order reducing the 2026 taxable value of Petitioner's Property from $1,840,440 to $1,000,000, and reducing the 2026 assessed and state equalized values of Petitioner's Property from $2,670,100 to $1,000,000, and requiring Respondent to pay Petitioner the refunds attributable to such reductions, plus interest and costs. Dated: May Respectfully submitted, LAW OFFICE OF AARON M. FALES, P.C. Attorney for Petitioner By: _________________________ Aaron M. Fales (P72864) 330 Hamilton Row, Ste. 350 Birmingham, MI 48009 (248) 767-9840 27, 2026
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR Entire Tribunal Case Information Sheet - Petitioner MTT DOCKET NO. Section 1: Petitioner’s Contact Information Filer type: Organization Local Unit of Government First Name M.I. Last Name/Company Name CMG Trillium LLC Home Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 43900 Garfield City or Town Clinton Twp. State Michigan ZIP Code 48038 Telephone Number 2487679840 E-mail Address (do not enter unless you want MTT to send all correspondence via e-mail) afaleslaw@gmail.com Section 2: Attorney/Authorized Representative’s Contact Information First Name Aaron M.I. Last Name Fales Firm Name (if any) Law Office of Aaron M Fales, P.C. Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 330 Hamilton Row Suite 350 City or Town Birmingham State Michigan ZIP Code 48009 Telephone Number 248-767-9840 E-mail Address (do not enter unless you want MTT to send all correspondence via e-mail) afaleslaw@gmail.com Section 3: Issue Please designate one: Valuation Section 4: Subject Property Information How many parcels are you appealing? 1 Property Address (No., Street, City, ST, ZIP) [If multiple, list first property’s address] 37399 Garfield Clinton Twp.
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR Michigan 48038 Taxing Authority (City or Township) Township Of Clinton (MACOMB) County Macomb If you are appealing more than one parcel, are they contiguous or adjoining? (*If no, you must file separate appeals for each non-contiguous or non-adjoining parcel.) N/A Section 5: Check which of the following you are appealing (check all that apply) True Cash and Taxable Values If “Other”, please explain: Section 6: Valuation Information for Each Parcel under Appeal Parcel Number: 16-11-19-477-005 Classification of Property: Real (check one) Commercial (check one) Current Assessed Value (also known as State Equalized Value) as established by the Board of Review: 2670100 Current Taxable Value as established by the Board of Review: 1840440 What do you believe is the fair market value (also known as True Cash Value)? 2000000 Multiply the True Cash Value by 50% and enter here. This is your contention of Assessed Value (also known as State Equalized Value). 1000000 If you belive the Taxable Value differs from your contention of Assessed Value, enter your contention of Taxable Value. 1000000 Fee Information The filing fee is based on the greater of State Equalized Value or Taxable Value in contention. If you are appealing more than one parcel, the parcel with the highest State Equalized Value or Taxable Value in contention will be used to determine your filing fee, plus $25.00 will be added for each additional parcel being appealed. If the State Equalized Value or Taxable Value in contention is: Your filing fee is: $100,000.00 and under $250.00 $100,000.01 to $500,000.00 $400.00 $Over $500,000.00 $600.00 * Plus $25.00 for each additional parcel, not to exceed a total filing fee of $2,000.00.
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR A fee of $250.00 is required for the filing of a Special Assessment Appeal. A fee of $250.00 is required for the filing of an Equalization Tax Appeal. A fee of $250.00 is required for the filing of a Non-Property Tax Appeal. A fee of $150.00 is required for the filing of a Classification Tax Appeal Electronic Signature *Typing your name below will serve as your signature Petitioner or Attorney/Authorized Representative’s Signature: /s/ Aaron Fales Payment Information Amount: 600 Success: True Message: "" Waiver Code: Transaction Number: 26052787087209 Supporting Waiver Documents:
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