Michael S. Gillespie is a life-long resident of Hawkins County. He resides in the farming community of Carter's Valley. Married to Stacey Byrd Gillespie and has two children, Noah Lauren. An avid outdoorsman who enjoys hunting, fishing, and golf. He began his career after high school at TRW (ZF) of Rogersville and dedicated 31 years to the company, with 21 years in supervision, front-line leadership and then as business unit manager.

Michael's heart is in service and community. He and his family are active members of Big Creek Missionary Baptist Church. He fully realizes the importance of faith, integrity, honesty and community involvement. He pledges to offer a dedicated work-ethic with transparency, accessibility to represent interests for all of Hawkins County.


Michael S. Gillespie
Office: 423-272-8505
Mobile: 423-327-8770
Office hours: 8:00 A.M.- 4:00 P.M.

Mailing Address:
Hawkins County Property Assessor
110 East Main St. Room 201
Rogersville, Tn. 37857

ATTENTION: Hawkins County Property Owners
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZzFrzs7B4CE (Please click the link to video or read information listed below.)

What is a Reappraisal?

• Updates property values to reflect current market conditions in our county.
• Ensures fairness and equity among all property owners.
• Bases values on actual sales data.
• Fulfills required Tennessee Code Annotated Law 67-5-1601.
• Distributes the tax burden fairly among all property owners.

What is the Certified Tax Rate?

• Tennessee state law requires the State Board of Equalization to calculate and certify a new tax rate that keeps overall property tax revenue the same as the year before reappraisal (excluding new construction and improvements).
• The certified tax rate calculated by the State Board of Equalization prevents the county from automatically collecting more revenue in the event property values increase. However, it does NOT guarantee that each individual tax bill will stay the same.
• If a higher rate is adopted by the County Commission, it is considered a tax increase and requires public notices and hearings.

Appeal Process

• Contact the Assessors office (423)272-8505 to request informal review.
• Property owners must present documentation and/or proof of a lower value for re-assessment consideration.
• If unresolved, file an appeal with the County Board of Equalization.
• County Board of Equalization will hold hearings from 06/01/2026-06/26/2026.
• If unresolved, further appeals may be made to the State Board of Equalization. Deadlines are strictly enforced under Tennessee law.

If you are looking for septic system plans for your property, a useful website is the following:
Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation
http://tdec.tn.gov/filenetsearch
Be aware that you may have to know the original owner of the property at the time of the septic system installation.

For information concerning a new 911 address, the following number can be called, 423-272-7532.
Where can I find information about delinquent property tax sales?

Please see the Hawkins County Clerk and Master's Office website for information.
http://www.hawkinscountytn.gov/chancery_court_clerk_master.html

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Understanding Tennessee Property Assessments

• The Birth of a Parcel
• A Parcel Experiences Changes
• Getting to Know Greenbelt
• Ready for Revaluation
• The Real Deal with Appeals
• Perusing Personal Property
• The Rundown on Ratios and Equalization
• Understanding the Certified Tax Rate

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Real Estate Assessment Data

• Visit the State of Tennessee Comptroller of the Treasury
• Visit the Division of Property Assessments Page

Informational Brochures

• The Certified Tax Rate
• County-Wide Reappraisal Program
• What Does the Assessor Do?
• Mobile Home Property Assessment and Tax Information
• The Assessment Change Notice
• Property Tax Exemptions in Tennessee
• Appealing Assessments Before the County Board of Equalization
• Assessment of Tangible Personal Property
• The Greenbelt Program
• How to Calculate Property Taxes