Along with Jackson County residents, small business owners are also concerned about high property tax assessments. Not only is it affecting taxes on their homes, but also their income.
Melissa Gallegos took over the position from Sheila Crane on Dec. 18.
Gallegos is a longtime resident of Garden City, moving here when she was 10 years old.
She attended Garden City High School, graduating in 1998. After high school, Gallegos attended Garden City Community College, where she earned an associate degree in music education.
Gallegos and her husband, Javier, have been married for nearly 17 years and have two children, Jaxton, 15, and Huxley, 5.
Outside of work, Gallegos enjoys spending time with her family and volunteering. She currently volunteers with Finney County United Way s Allocation Committee and the city of Garden City s Arts Grant Committee.