League of Women Voters of California Education Fund
Los Angeles County, CA June 3, 2014 Election
	John Morris Answers Questions Candidate for Assessor; County of Los Angeles

The questions were prepared by the League of Women Voters of Los Angeles and asked of all candidates for this office.
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Questions & Answers

1. What steps would you take to reduce the possibility of favoritism or corruption when reassessing property in Los Angeles County?

Establish an Internet-based fraud hotline to report fraud/corruption

Initiate policies to remove political influence from assessments

Establish transparent appeals processes for all taxpayers

Implement policies that if the Assessor cannot serve because of pending criminal charges, he/she forfeits his salary and benefits.

2. Should the Assessor's Office be audited more frequently?

Yes. My administration will provide quick responses to requests for information so all deficiencies are discovered and addressed to ensure we provide honest and effective government.

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