KernTax is a member-supported, 501(c) 4 non-profit corporation with the mission to bring about a more accountable, effective, efficient, and reliable government. Using a long-term view, KernTax’s actions are based on adopted values, common sense, and innovation. Founded in 1939, KernTax protects the interests of Kern County taxpayers.
KernTax views any government collection of funds through any financial conduit as taxation: an identified tax, a fee for government service, or a regulated rate structure. If it is excessive or inappropriate, KernTax must act by charter to educate and facilitate a resolution to ensure fair representation and treatment. KernTax does not seek subsidies; it seeks reasonable returns for our local taxpayers from all regulatory bodies and their agents for levied taxes, fees, or regulated services.
Join Kern County Taxpayer’s for their annual Donna Carpenter Memorial Golf Tournament. All proceeds from the Golf Tournament will be deposited into the Donna Carpenter Fund, used to fund taxpayer research and education.
We’re back in person! Join us for the 83rd Annual Meeting being held at the Bakersfield Country Club. Click here for sponsorships, tickets, and more information.
~ Dr. Adrian Moore, Vice President, Reason Foundation
~ Timothy Alan Simon, CPUC Commissioner, May 31, 2011
Kern County Taxpayers Association presents another exciting episode of our Conversations that Matter series discussing the mental health in Kern County. Kern County’s Director of Behavioral Services, Stacy Kuwahara is joined by our host KernTax Executive Director, Michael Turnipseed in a discussion about the changing demands of mental health in Kern County. Our conversation this…
Kern County Taxpayers Association is excited for the continuation of our 2023 Conversations that Matter Series with our second episode! Kern County Chief Communications Officer, Ally Soper joins KernTax Executive Director, Michael Turnipseed to discuss how to change the view of the valley, empower residents by bringing them closer to their local government, and the…
We’re happy you’re here! Kern County Taxpayers Association is proud to premier the first episode of our 2023 Conversations that Matter series. Bakersfield City Council Member, Eric Arias and KernTax Executive Director, Michael Turnipseed discuss Arias’ greatest accomplishments, the future of redistricting, and the effects of Measure N funding. Click on the video for the…
We’re back in person! Join us for the 83rd Annual Meeting being held at the Bakersfield Country Club. Click here for sponsorships, tickets, and more information.
