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Beverly S. Atkins, Phillip L. Smith and Mollie Dennis Welch are all seeking the Commissioner of Revenue’s position, in the only contested political race in the county this year.
The Commissioner of Revenue is a constitutional officer, elected by the voters of the county. The revenue office, which is overseen by the commissioner, is responsible for recording and processing information relating to taxes, land transfers, land-use oversight, gathering and conveying financial information to the Board of Supervisors, and serving as a liaison between the citizens of Rappahannock and the state tax department.
During “tax time” the commissioner’s office assists taxpayers with questions or problems related to the Virginia state income tax regulations and forms. The office staff is required to check each state return
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