Akin Akinyemi, PhD, RA, CFA, CMS

Summer is here! My staff and I recently attended Tallahassee’s Celebrate America event, connecting with residents and answering questions about property tax exemptions. While the holiday brought sunshine and celebration, recent rainfall reminded us that we’re officially in hurricane season.

I joined local leaders to kick off the 2025 Hurricane Season. This year, the Leon County Disaster Survival Guide was mailed to all residents, bringing hurricane readiness to your doorstep. Our office supports emergency operations by deploying staff after major storms to assess damage and ensure critical resources reach those in need.

This year’s TRIM (“Truth in Millage”) notice comes with an exciting, user-friendly upgrade. Set to be mailed in August, the notice has been redesigned to make key information easier to understand. Ensuring residents can navigate this process with clarity and confidence continues to be a top priority for our office.

We’re also sharing information about Amendment 5, approved by voters last November. This newsletter outlines what the amendment means and how it applies to the current tax year. As we adapt to these changes, our office remains committed to keeping you informed and supported.

It’s an honor to serve as your Property Appraiser. My team and I are always here to support you, so please don’t hesitate to reach out if there’s anything we can do to better serve you.