Habersham County
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The list would direct county sales-tax revenue toward Alto's water system, roads, public safety and a public works building.
The list would set how much Mount Airy could receive from a countywide sales tax for water, sewer, roads, public safety, parks and downtown projects.
Board of Tax Assessors members asked why a personal property audit contract with Traylor Business Services went into effect before coming to them for approval.
The county's tax assessors board placed 2025 homestead exemption approvals and denials on its agenda, a listing that determines which homeowners get a property tax break.
A ground lease proposal at the county airport is headed to the Board of Commissioners, though no terms have been made public yet.
A 2022 market study led the county to raise salaries for every employee, a move that affects county payroll costs going forward.
The Board of Commissioners approved wage adjustments meant to help the county keep paramedics and EMTs on staff, plus added ambulance staffing.
A financial report shows the Habersham County school district spent past board-approved appropriations in Instruction, General administration, Debt service and other budget functions during fiscal year 2025.
The district's fiscal 2025 financial report shows debt from three bond series still owed by taxpayers.
The district's FY2025 financial audit shows millions still owed on construction work not yet complete.
County commissioners note the 911 department has needed extra general fund money to cover its expenses, a cost ultimately borne by taxpayers.
County departments asked for $3.1 million in general fund capital spending for FY2026, but the recommendation on the table would fund less than a third of that.
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