Becky Fuller: Candidate for El Paso County Assessor
Running for County Assessor with a focus on transparency, improved customer service, and expanded public‑record access.
Background and Experience
Becky Fuller brings a blend of public‑service and private‑sector expertise to her campaign. She has served on the El Paso County Planning Commission, where she gained firsthand insight into land‑use decisions and the appeals process. In addition, Fuller works as a Small Business Administration (SBA) lender, giving her a solid grounding in finance and small‑business concerns.
Why Transparency Matters
Fuller’s campaign centers on making the Assessor’s office more open and accountable. She points out several recent changes that have reduced public access:
- Removal of grantor/grantee data from the online portal, a tool that property researchers and ordinary citizens rely on for tracing ownership histories.
- Limited responsiveness from Assessor staff when the public seeks answers to routine inquiries.
These issues, she argues, undermine confidence in the office and hinder citizens’ ability to understand property‑tax assessments.
Addressing the Property‑Appeals Surge
In 2023 the county recorded 23,000 property‑appeal filings, a dramatic rise from the typical 3,000. While the Assessor’s office passed its audit that year—demonstrating adherence to procedural standards—the volume of appeals signals systemic issues that need to be addressed.
Supporting Programs and Public Awareness
Two key tax‑relief programs often go underutilized:
- Senior Tax Exemption – available after ten years of property ownership.
- 100 % Disabled Veteran (DV) Exemption – providing tax relief for qualifying veterans.
Fuller intends to launch an outreach effort ensuring every eligible resident knows about—and can easily apply for—these benefits.
Endorsements and Political Landscape
- Endorsed by the incumbent Assessor, underscoring continuity and confidence in her qualifications.
- Unopposed in the upcoming election, with the campaign moving forward through the county Assembly process.
How Voters Can Learn More
- Official Assessor website: https://property.spatialest.com/co/elpaso/#/ – a searchable portal for public records on properties and owners.
- Campaign donations and updates: https://BeckyFuller.com.
Looking Ahead
If elected, Becky Fuller aims to restore the grantor/grantee listings, streamline the appeals workflow, and ensure that all eligible taxpayers receive the exemptions they deserve. Her vision is a transparent, responsive Assessor’s office that serves every El Paso resident efficiently and fairly.
These are some of the public sites that Fuller mentioned at the meeting.
Planning in the City of Colorado Springs records search:
City of Colorado Springs Permits, Licenses, and Records
Colorado Springs Projects submitted BEFORE 8/8/22 – this is the site (less user friendly)
This one is another City of Colorado Springs Development Tracker:
City of Colorado Springs Permits, Licenses, and Records
El Paso County Planning Department search:
El Paso County Assessor Property Search: