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A city council packet includes a state sales and use tax rate chart showing residents pay a 4% state rate on top of any local taxes.
The list would direct sales-tax funding toward city projects including a fire truck and water and sewer upgrades, but the council has not yet voted on it.
The county is weighing a deal that would have it prepare Carnesville's tax digest and collect the city's property taxes.
The proposed agreement would cover preparation of the tax digest and collection of ad valorem taxes affecting Lavonia property owners.
The list would guide how special sales tax revenue is spent on city projects, but commissioners have not yet voted on it.
The city is seeking insurance reimbursement for fence repairs at several municipal facilities damaged in a June storm.
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 department heads pitched their funding needs to commissioners over a two-day retreat, an early step in setting next year's county budget.
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