By Jami Makan Rebecca Xczar, a certified residential real estate appraiser and Ferndale City Council member, has announced that she is running to become Whatcom County Assessor.
According to an April 11 press release, Xczar is a third-generation real estate appraiser with 10 years’ experience in public service. She has served on Ferndale City Council since 2016, and chairs the planning and land use committee. Previously, she served on the Ferndale Planning Commission and the Ferndale Parks, Recreation and Trails Advisory Board.
“Rebecca has extensive real estate and property valuation knowledge, experience as an elected official and a strong passion to serve her community, which are key elements to a qualified and successful county assessor,” said the press release. “She is running for Whatcom County Assessor to bring fresh ideas and experienced leadership to a vital county position.”
Xczar has been endorsed by all her fellow councilmembers.
“My passion for land use and community service, my background and experience and my love for Whatcom County make me the ideal candidate for Whatcom County Assessor,” she said.
The current assessor, Keith Willnauer, announced in February that he will not be seeking a ninth term as assessor. He will retire at the end of 2019, after a 41-year career in the Whatcom County Assessor’s Office with 31 years and eight elected terms as assessor.
Also in February, John Romaker announced his candidacy for Whatcom County Assessor. Romaker has served as chief deputy assessor for the past 28 years.
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TonyRusso
I worked at the Whatcom County Assessors office. It was time for new blood many years ago.
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