A Message from Victoria
To the Citizens of Chesapeake,
It has been an honor to serve as your Commissioner of Revenue over the past four years. During this time, I have worked diligently to build an office rooted in excellence, with a strong focus on meeting the needs of both businesses and taxpayers.
I have introduced new tax relief programs to support all of our citizens, with special assistance for seniors, individuals with disabilities, and
disabled veterans—ensuring they receive the support they deserve. Additionally, I have established new departments that have significantly improved the efficiency and responsiveness of our office, which remains committed to delivering high-quality customer service to the citizens of Chesapeake.
I am proud of the progress we have made, and I remain committed to serving our community with integrity, innovation, and dedication.
I would be honored to have your vote to continue serving as your Commissioner of Revenue and to carry on this important work for the citizens of Chesapeake.
Thank You,
Victoria Proffitt
Accomplishments as Commissioner
- Prevented real estate tax increases by creating new revenue programs aimed at funding public safety
- Created a new Department for Elderly and Disabled Tax Relief
- expanded the program with higher income limits - broadening the number of eligible participants
- reduced the number of income tiers from 11 to 4 - broadening tax relief for those in the program
- Created a new Department for Disabled Veteran Tax Exemption
- reduced the application wait time by over 60%
- Expanded the Business Tax Department leading to an 83% reduction in the number of Business Tax Delinquencies
- Worked with City Council to lower personal property tax bills by an additional 22.5% in 2022
- Worked with City Council to exempt Chesapeake farmers from business tax and business personal property tax
- Created a new Senior Tax Relief program accepting donations from churches, non-profits, and businesses to pay off taxes for seniors in jeopardy of losing their homes and vehicles
- Received the VOLUNTEER Hampton Roads Award for "Commissioners and Cans" - a program collecting canned goods for the local Food Bank
- Manage and maintain a fully staffed office with record high morale