David ‘Muka’ Traenkle is running for El Paso County Assessor, citing his experience as a Certified Residential Appraiser and business owner as key qualifications for the role. Traenkle has valued approximately 1000 properties, including single-family homes, apartments, and vacant land, and has managed teams of similar size to the Assessor’s Office.

Experience and Qualifications

Traenkle’s experience as a Certified Residential Appraiser has given him a strong understanding of the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP), which guides the valuation procedures used by the Assessor’s Office. As a business owner, he has also paid personal property taxes and understands the importance of accurate valuations for local businesses.

In addition to his technical experience, Traenkle has also taught Civics, Economics, and History at local high schools, giving him a strong foundation in educating the public about their rights and responsibilities. He believes in public service and aims to serve the county with competence, integrity, fairness, and transparency.

Policy Priorities

Traenkle’s top policy priorities as Assessor include leading the office with professionalism, ensuring transparency in property valuations and decision-making, and focusing on the needs of citizens rather than developers and special interests. He plans to achieve this by holding office hours in remote parts of the county, providing education and feedback sessions, and being responsive to community concerns.

Original reporting: KRDO (Colorado Springs metro) — read the source article.