ACC Budget

Nonprofits and agencies affiliated with local government presented their budget requests to Athens-Clarke County’s mayor and commission last week.

Budget season kicked off this week in Athens-Clarke County. One number seemed to make the county manager worried.

Girtz's budget proposal doesn't raise property tax rate — commissioners pass eviction prevention reboot, hold off on Olympic Dr development — Kemp signs insurance exchange into law — Hunter Gault named to American Academy of Arts and Sciences

Budget doesn't raise property tax rate, although property taxes may still go up for some.

On Wednesday, commissioners heard from the first round of independent agencies seeking funding in the county's budget.

In brief: Thornton arrested after single-vehicle accident on Monday — ACC budget hearings begin — Senate committee advances bill denying some gender-affirming care — lawmakers unveil mental health bill — Black, rural communities at greater risk of heart disease

The retreat is an opportunity for local lawmakers to get updated on revenue projections and talk about spending priorities.

In brief: ACC lawmakers hold budget retreat today — Georgia Senate GOP announces agenda — unemployment falls in Athens — growing number of Georgians support legalizing pot — report finds deficiencies in Georgia's tobacco laws

Kelly Girtz

ACC Budget