A lifelong resident of the Carter community, Phil Ballard is a candidate for the Knox County Property Assessor. Having previously served as Property Assessor, he is the most knowledgeable, experienced and qualified candidate for this position.

During his term of office, Ballard achieved a level five assessment certification – Tn Master Assessor designation – which was retired by the State in 2016 upon leaving office. He has been a member of good standing with the International Association of Assessing Officers since 2008. He completed 7 courses for certificates, plus passed a Master’s Exam with Assessment Administration taken at the University of North Carolina – Chapel Hill – School of Government.

Phil has a Tennessee Real Estate License and was voted East Tennessee Assessor of the Year by fellow property assessors. As Property Assessor, he implemented significant improvements in technology and staff training, greatly increasing the professionalism of the Property Assessor’s office and making large strides in improving information accessibility and customer service.

He promises to continue his legacy of fair and equitable property assessments in Knox County and humbly asks for your vote! Early voting starts on July 12th through July 27th and Election Day is August 1st.