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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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Calendar2025

Millage Rate Hearing — 07/31/2025

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Stephens County School System
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Stephens County
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Agenda2025

Millage Rate Hearing agenda — 07/24/2025

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Millage Rate Hearing agenda — 07/30/2025

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Millage Rate Hearing agenda — 07/31/2025

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Millage Rate Hearing minutes — 07/24/2025

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Stephens County School System
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Stephens County
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Millage Rate Hearing minutes — 07/30/2025

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Stephens County School System
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