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Fair Appraisals for Bosque County
Fair Appraisals for Bosque County is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting lawful, ethical, and equitable property appraisal practices throughout Bosque County, Texas. We strive to uphold fairness, transparency, and accountability in the appraisal process by advocating for accurate property valuations, defending the rights of taxpayers, and seeking the removal of officials whose misconduct undermines public confidence. Through education and civic engagement, we empower residents to understand their rights, confront unjust practices, and actively participate in restoring integrity to our local appraisal system. Our mission is to protect the public interest by ensuring that every property is assessed fairly, lawfully, and without bias.
PETITION TO REMOVE THE BOSQUE CENTRAL APPRAISAL DISTRICT CHIEF APPRAISER, CHRISTOPHER A. MOSER
ALLEGED REASONS FOR REMOVAL
Allegations of Retaliatory Valuation Increases
Multiple residents have reported higher valuations after questioning appraisal decisions or requesting justification. If accurate, such actions may be perceived as retaliatory, undermining trust in the appraisal process.
Senior Tax Cap Compliance Issues
Some property owners over 65 have reported losing their state-mandated tax caps, resulting in unexpected tax increases. These allegations suggest possible noncompliance with laws designed to protect seniors.
Lack of Transparency in Valuation Justifications
Many taxpayers have received little or no explanation for how their properties were valued. Statutory or data-based justifications are often missing, eroding public confidence in the process.
Questionable Valuation Methods
There are allegations that mortgage amounts are being factored into valuations, contrary to Texas Property Tax Code §23.01, which requires market value to be based on sales, income, or replacement cost, not debt.
5. Homestead Removal Program
BCAD budgets include funding for a contracted “homestead audit service.” Residents have reported wrongful removal of valid exemptions, with little transparency or recourse, raising questions about taxpayer protections.
6. Secret Multi-Million-Dollar Facility Project
BCAD has accumulated reserves exceeding $400,000 rather than returning funds to taxing entities as required by law. Documents suggest these funds are being stockpiled for an undisclosed new facility project not presented to the public or entities.
7. Reserve Fund Mismanagement
Year after year, BCAD rolls over large reserve fund balances, moving money between categories instead of distributing excess funds back to entities. This practice appears inconsistent with Texas Tax Code requirements.
8. Excessive Compensation and Raises
The Chief Appraiser’s base salary exceeds $97,000, more than nearly all Bosque County elected officials, plus allowances and benefits. The 2026 budget also includes across-the-board 5% raises for all staff, approved despite more than 1,000 taxpayer petition signatures opposing budget increases and while BCAD remains under active state-level investigation.
9. Costly Vendor Contracts
BCAD budgets list expensive technology and vendor contracts (e.g., $165,000 Hexagon, $120,000 MARS) with limited evidence of competitive bidding. Taxpayers are burdened with inflated or unnecessary costs for a small rural county.
10. Open Records Act Concerns
BCAD has repeatedly delayed public information responses, billed taxpayers for duplicate and even blank pages, and only altered its billing practices after formal complaints. Such conduct undermines transparency and may constitute violations of the Texas Public Information Act.
ALLEGED MISUSE OF TAXPAYER FUNDS
RESERVE FUND BALANCE AS OF 12/31/2025.
$539,907.25
For what purpose?
Why has this money been rolled over, shifted, and relassigied year after year instead of being returned to the taxing entities, as required under Texas Tax Code?
Has BCAD requested yearly written approval from Bosque Taxing Entities to retain these funds?
PETITION
Sign the Petition & Demand Accountability!
IS THE BOSQUE CENTRAL APPRAISAL DISTRICT USING YOUR TAX DOLLARS RESPONSIBLY?
Add your name to the petition for transparency and reform. This is your money. Your voice matters!
SHARE YOUR STORY
We Need Your Voice in the Fight for Fair Taxation in Bosque County.
If you’ve encountered challenges related to property valuations or have concerns about appraisal practices in Bosque County, we invite you to share your experience. Community input is essential to promoting transparency and accountability.
Some of the issues community members have reported include:
Property valuation increases following appeals or formal challenges
Concerns regarding the application of tax caps for senior citizens
Appraisal decisions issued without clear legal or data-based explanations
Valuations that appeared to reference mortgage amounts instead of market value
Other experiences that may suggest inconsistencies or lack of fairness in the process.
By coming forward, you help support a broader conversation about ensuring our county’s tax system operates in a fair, equitable, and legally compliant manner. Your voice can contribute to positive reform and stronger public trust.
Thank you for being part of the effort to strengthen transparency and fairness in Bosque County!
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