The former Somers town supervisor was recently appointed the new executive director of the Westchester County Tax Commission.
Mary Beth Murphy, who oversaw the Somers town budget for 16 years, assumed the role Feb. 18. In January,  former county tax commissioner David B. Jackson retired after serving 13 years in the position.
“During my 16 years as Somers supervisor, I worked closely with residents, assessors and developers, and I know how budgets have a direct impact on taxpayers,” Murphy said in a press release. “Accurate information is paramount, and in this role I will be able to serve as a valuable resource to our municipalities. I am excited to be part of County Executive [Robert P.] Astorino”™s administration, and I look forward to working hard for the people of Westchester.”
The  tax commission executive director reviews the assessment rolls of municipalities and oversees how they relate to the county tax. The director also provides advice on communities’ assessment procedures. Westchester County property taxes are levied by schools and municipalities.
The county executive, who recently announced the appointment, said Murphy was the perfect candidate for the position.
“I am pleased to appoint Mary Beth Murphy to this important position,” Astorino said in a press release. “Her extensive experience combined with her diligence and her sense of service to the residents of Westchester County make her the ideal person to head this very complex office.”
