IssueNov 14, 2026
Habersham County sets public hearing on 2022 millage rate
The county has scheduled a meeting to set the 2022 property tax millage rate, which affects how much residents pay in county taxes this year.
- Place
- Habersham County Government
- Status
- under consideration
Open explained result →IssueNov 14, 2026
Habersham County schedules meeting to set 2023 millage rate
The county plans a public meeting on its 2023 property tax rate, which determines how much tax revenue the county collects from local property owners.
- Place
- Habersham County Government
- Status
- under consideration
Open explained result →IssueNov 14, 2026
Clarkesville City Council discusses property taxes at work session
The council's discussion could shape the city's property tax rate for the coming year, though no decision has been made.
- Place
- City of Clarkesville
- Status
- under consideration
Open explained result →IssueNov 14, 2026
Franklin County's proposed FY2025 budget sets Water Department total at $2,929,930
The county's proposed budget report lists total spending for the Water Department, a figure residents pay for through water service.
- Place
- Franklin County Government
- Status
- under consideration
Open explained result →IssueNov 14, 2026
Cornelia's draft FY2027 budget calls for $28 million in spending and higher sanitation, water and sewer fees
The proposed budget raises landfill, sanitation and water/sewer fees while projecting a general fund shortfall, with a public hearing and adoption vote still ahead.
- Place
- City of Cornelia
- Status
- under consideration
Open explained result →IssueNov 14, 2026
Habersham County FY2024 spending topped the approved budget by nearly $1.9 million
A February 2025 financial update shows the county spent more than it budgeted for fiscal year 2024, shrinking the general fund's balance.
- Place
- Habersham County Government
- Status
- under consideration
Open explained result →IssueNov 14, 2026
Stephens County commissioners hear department budget requests for FY 2026
County department heads pitched their funding needs to commissioners over a two-day retreat, an early step in setting next year's county budget.
- Place
- Stephens County Government
- Status
- under consideration
Open explained result →IssueNov 14, 2026
Clarkesville council discusses new state rules on property tax notices
State law now requires the city to show an estimated rollback millage rate on property assessment notices, a step meant to make tax increases more visible to homeowners.
- Place
- City of Clarkesville
- Status
- under consideration
Open explained result →IssueNov 14, 2026
Franklin County commissioners table plan to merge IBA and general fund millage rates
The proposal followed a board request for the Industrial Building Authority's audit and financial records before any decision on its separate millage rate.
- Place
- Franklin County Government
- Status
- on hold
Open explained result →IssueNov 14, 2026
Tallulah Falls considers changes to short-term vacation rental ordinance
Town officials are reviewing possible changes to the rules governing short-term vacation rentals, which could affect property owners who rent out homes to visitors.
- Place
- Town of Tallulah Falls
- Status
- under consideration
Open explained result →IssueNov 14, 2026
Clarkesville council reviews prior-year priorities
The mayor and council discussed progress on action items from last year's retreat, touching on parking, taxes, infrastructure and other ongoing city priorities.
- Place
- City of Clarkesville
- Status
- under consideration
Open explained result →Meeting reportAug 3, 2026
Franklin commissioners advance millage and fee decisions after an August public hearing
The meeting record captures action on the county's 2026 tax rate, convenience-center fees, legal services, and planning staff.
- Place
- Franklin County
- Status
- minutes verified
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