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The city is weighing forcing the purchase of two properties needed to expand its water system.
The city is moving to formally amend last year's budget after code enforcement legal fees ran over what was budgeted.
City officials are considering replacing Demorest's water meters with a new automated system that could cost residents $3 million, with no final decision yet recorded.
A $5.1 million water line upgrade for the Iron Ore pressure zone remains undecided after Demorest's city council tabled it twice in a row.
A proposed rise in Demorest's millage rate would increase property tax bills for homestead and non-homestead owners in the city.
City council has scheduled another look at water and sewer operations, a system residents depend on for treatment and distribution.
Who leads the Downtown Development Authority is back on the board's agenda, months after it was settled only until after the city election.
The council is working through next year's spending plan, with two public hearings set for residents to weigh in before any vote.
A new sales tax aimed at reducing property taxes is set for discussion by the city council.
Changes to how the municipal court assesses fines and fees are up for discussion, which could affect residents who face court costs in Demorest.
The city's water capital project list for an August council meeting includes a $10,000 Water Plant Booster item, part of planned water-system work.
The council is reviewing bids and a request for proposals covering renovations to city hall, the parking lot, the post office lease and police department improvements…