Lee Knight Announces Tax Commissioner Candidacy

BLAIRSVILLE, Ga – Incumbent Tax Commissioner Lee Knight announced his intention to run for office in 2020.

“I’ll be on the ballot again on the Republican primary. I’m in it to win it. I don’t know if I have any opposition,” stated Knight, “I’ve made promises, and I’ve kept those promises.”

Knight commended his professional and courteous staff, who are always there is answer any questions. The office has recently undergone a system change to Georgia Drive. The staff participated between 200 to 300 hours of training.

The collection rate for the 2019 taxes was 94 percent. 2018 at 98.4 percent and 2017 at 99.8 percent. He collected about $3 million during his first year in back taxes.

“I want to stay committed to treating everybody fairly and equally. I appreciate your support and I appreciate your vote.”

Knight took the office of tax commissioner in 2013. Previously, he worked as a marketing representative in the automobile industry and grew up in Union County.

Feature image provided by Union County Tax Commissioner website.