HutchLee & Manatee Clerk Launch VAB Platform

BRADENTON, Fla. - EntSun -- HutchLee Technologies Partners with Manatee Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller to Launch Dedicated VAB Platform

BRADENTON, Fla. — HutchLee Technologies, a government technology company founded by public sector professionals with more than 25 years of Clerk of Court experience, today announced a partnership with the Manatee Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller to implement Equity Bridge Pro — a digital platform built exclusively for Value Adjustment Board (VAB) operations.

The VAB process allows property owners to formally appeal their property assessments. Today, petitioners in Manatee County submit appeals by mail, email, or in person, and staff manually follow up to collect the $50 filing fee, enter petition data by hand, confirm each petitioner's preferred contact method, and assign hearing dates individually. Equity Bridge Pro is designed to transform this process into a streamlined, digital experience.

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For property owners, the platform provides a guided online filing wizard, integrated payment at time of submission, and real-time petition status—ensuring visibility into their case without needing to contact the office.

For the Clerk's office, Equity Bridge Pro eliminates manual data entry, reduces paper and scanning, and minimizes back-and-forth communication that slows processing. Fewer steps between filing and hearing reduce errors and improve operational efficiency.

For magistrates and the Property Appraiser, all case information is centralized and updated in real time, replacing fragmented communication and manual coordination.

"While we've worked diligently to serve property owners using our existing systems and established procedures, the unique complexities of the Value Adjustment Board process deserve a dedicated, specialized platform. Equity Bridge Pro represents our commitment to modernizing public services and ensuring every property owner has equitable access to the appeals process."
— Angelina "Angel" Colonneso, Manatee Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller

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"This isn't just a software implementation — it's a true partnership. We understand the daily challenges, regulatory requirements, and citizen expectations that come with running a VAB. Equity Bridge Pro is built by people who know this world intimately, and we're honored to work alongside the Manatee Clerk & Comptroller to deliver a solution tailored to their operations."
— Jennean Hutchinson, CTO, HutchLee Technologies

Learn more at: https://www.EquityBridgePro.com

About the Manatee Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller
The Clerk of Circuit Court was established as a public trustee by the Florida Constitution in 1838. The Clerk serves as Clerk of Courts, Clerk of the Board of County Commissioners, Auditor, Recorder, and Custodian of County funds. The office also administers child support enforcement, violence protection advocacy, Teen Court, and historical records programs. Learn more at https://www.ManateeClerk.com