"...He impresses us as competent and keener on the need to customize services to the differing needs of taxpaying entities...We expect that Mr. Ames will build on the good works Dr. Childs has done and make the county office even better."
- Dallas Morning News September 3, 2008
John R. Ames pictured with Elected Democratic Supporters (left) Commissioner John Wiley Price and (right) State Senator Royce West.
"The Dallas County Tax Assessor/Collector is responsible for collecting over $4 billion a year in funds needed for our public schools, community colleges, and our health care system. John Ames is the DEMOCRAT that we can trust with the know-how to get the job done."
"Mr. Ames has a proven record and he can take the Dallas County tax office to the next level."
John R. Ames pictured with Democratic Supporter State Representative Helen Giddings.
The Dallas Morning News
recommends John R. Ames as Democratic nominee for Tax Assessor/Collector on January 16, 2008.
The following people have endorsed John R. Ames to be the next Dallas County Tax Assessor/Collector. To see what some of these people have to say about John, please scroll down this page and view their comments.
Hon. Eddie Bernice Johnson, US Congresswoman
Hon. Royce West, State Senator
Hon. Helen Giddings, State Representative
Hon. John Wiley Price, Dallas County Commissioner
Hon. Ron Kirk, Former Mayor of Dallas, Texas
Hon. Vonciel Jones Hill, Dallas City Councilwoman
Hon. Tennell Atkins, Dallas City Councilman
Hon. Roy Orr, Former Dallas County Commissioner
Hon. Derick Evans, Dallas County Constable, Pct 1
Hon. Bobby Waddle, Mayor of DeSoto, Texas
Hon. Ronald Jones, Mayor of Garland, Texas
Hon. Clark Choate, Mayor of Glenn Heights, Texas
Hon. Ed Oakley, Former Dallas City Council Member
Hon. Ricardo Medrano, Former Dallas City Council Member
Hon. Diane Ragsdale, Former Dallas City Council Member
Hon. Thelma Clardy, Mayor Pro Tem of DeSoto, Texas
Hon. Michael Hurtt, Former Mayor of DeSoto, Texas
Hon. Dorothy Dean, Precinct Chair #3535
Hon. Denise Valentine, DeSoto City Council Member
Hon. Sandy Respess, DeSoto City Council Member
Hon. Curt Krohn, Vice President of DeSoto ISD School Board
Hon. Nancy Woertendyke, Precinct Chair #3527
Hon. Susan Marksbury-Carr, Precinct Chair #3610
Hon. Debby Baugh, Precinct Chair #3602
Hon. Ramona B. Ames, Precinct Chair #3611
Hon. James Strom, Former DeSoto City Council Member
Hon. Tom Bush, Former DeSoto City Council Member
Lloyd Treadwell, Superintendent of DeSoto ISD
Dr. Jerry Rains, Pastor of Hampton Road Baptist Church
Anastasia "Tasie" Semos, Community Leader
Curtistene McCowan, Community Volunteer & Leader
Carol Clark, City of Garland Tax Assessor/Collector
Laura Boatright, Frisco ISD Tax Assessor/Collector
Laura Pendill, Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD Tax Assessor/Collector
Ernest R. Richardson, Garland ISD Tax Assessor/Collector
Jayne Morrell, Retired City of Dallas/Dallas ISD Tax Assessor/Collector
Linda Murphree, Retired Teacher
Donny & Tamara Sims, 911 Operator & Teacher
Melissa Huffman, Realtor
Jim & Joyce Starling, Business Owner & Nurse
Terri Bush, Teacher & DeSoto Resident
Kathi Roberts, DeSoto Joint Tax Office Deputy Collector
Nancy & Dan Bitters, DeSoto Residents
Edward Lopez, Attorney at Law
Peggy Van Wunnick, DeSoto Resident
Tina & Kurtis Strand, Owners S&S Signs & Specialties
Bonnie Espree, DeSoto Resident
Reba Carter, Retired Teacher
Warren Adams, Retired Firefighter & Community Volunteer
Mel Rapp, Retired DeSoto Resident
Charles & Gloria Dykes, Retired
Moe & Sylvia Craddock, Retired Firefighter & Business Owner
Rick Cunningham, Duncanville Resident
Mel McFarling, Retired Purchasing Director
Dave & Kathy Reininga, Glenn Heights Business Owners
Charlene Dykes, Catering Director
Linda & Leon Watson, Retired Teachers & DeSoto Residents
Stan & Sherry Moore, Attorney & Rowlett Residents
Diane Pogue, Garland Resident
Joel Sontag, Retired Chamber President
Reta Howze, Retired City of DeSoto Tax Assessor/Collector
Camelia Browder, Finance Director - City of DeSoto
Patrick Harvey, Finance Director - City of Glenn Heights
James & Nell Smith, DeSoto Residents
Tonya Warren, Customer Service Manager - City of DeSoto
Kathy Henderson, DeSoto ISD Accounts Payable & DeSoto Resident
Rachelle Blackwell, Organizational Manager - City of Dallas
Sheila Carter, Attorney At Law
Douglas Burnside, Attorney At Law
"John R. Ames is the only candidate with the qualifications to take the Dallas County Tax Office to the next level."
"Cities, Schools and Hospitals depend on tax dollars and John R. Ames can get the job done."
"As a former Dallas County Commissioner, I know how important the Tax Assessor/Collector is to a county. I have observed John Ames for the last several years as the Tax Assessor/Collector for the City and School District of DeSoto, and I find him to be very proficient in his duties."
"The Tax Assessor/Collector affects our lives everyday. John R. Ames is a long time resident of Dallas County and he is fair and qualified. I support John wholeheartedly for Dallas County Tax Assessor/Collector."
"Mr. Ames has done an outstanding job as Tax Assessor/Collector while I was in office. This opportunity has been a life long dream of John’s and his complete and thorough understanding of the role and its responsibilities is such an integral ingredient for Dallas County at this juncture. I think the quality that John has that will separate him from the field is his ‘above and beyond customer service approach.’ Dallas County has a push to improve all departments and John R. Ames has my total support to take the Tax Assessor/Collector’s position to another level in customer service and efficiency."
"As an experienced superintendent in Texas, I have had the privilege of working with many different tax assessors and collectors. I find John R. Ames’ work to be among the best of those many individuals. Dedicated to his work, John always puts the customer first. I would hate to lose him for the City of DeSoto and DeSoto ISD Joint Tax Office, but I am positive he will be an outstanding Tax Assessor/Collector for Dallas County."
"As a member of the Board of Trustees, there are many areas I am proud of within the DeSoto ISD – the Joint Tax Office, managed by John R. Ames is certainly one of those areas. Mr. Ames’ integrity, ability to lead, affable nature and his focus on the customer are just a few of the reasons he is so respected and valued by the cities and school district he serves. John R. Ames is the perfect choice for Dallas County Tax Assessor/Collector."
"Based on our professional association over the past several years, I have found John to be an honest and straightforward person. John demonstrates a high degree of loyalty and trustworthiness to his work and to his associates. John believes in carrying out his obligations with vigor and resolve. John is an asset to the property tax profession and will certainly be an asset to Dallas County."
"John Ames and I have known each other on a professional and personal basis working in theTax Assessing industry for many years. During that time he has shown a passion and dedication for his job. His knowledge of the Texas Property Tax Codes and Laws along with his professionalism is what he brings to his job each day. He is well respected in the industry and prides himself in his excellent customer service, a quality which would be an asset at the Dallas County Tax Office."
"I have known John Ames for about 10 years. In all those years, I have witnessed John to be a very friendly and honest friend. He follows the Texas Property Tax Code and carries out the Code of Ethics as set by the Texas Association of Assessing Officers. His professionalism on the job and his care for the taxpayers he serves makes him stand out among his peers. Dallas County could benefit from his professionalism, his leadership and his respect for others."
"I have had the distinct pleasure of knowing John R. Ames both personally and professionally for more than 10 years. During that time, I have seen him grow and mature into not only a fine gentleman, but also an excellent and highly respected administrator in the property tax profession. John's dedication, knowledge, and service oriented attitude have made him a tremendous success in his field. I am confident that John would do an outstanding job as Tax Assessor/Collector for Dallas County."
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