Commissioners amend senior-citizen property tax-credit rules to stop automatic termination on title changes

The Henry County Commission voted to amend ordinance number 20250529, changing renewal procedures for the county’s senior‑citizen property tax credit. The amendment clarifies that “a change in the recorded title or deed of a homestead shall not by itself terminate the property tax credit when the eligible taxpayer continues to hold a qualifying ownership, legal, or equitable interest in the home setting to occupy the property as a primary residence,” the chair read during the motion discussion.

Commissioner Brownley made the motion to amend and Commissioner Larson seconded. A roll call recorded Larson, Bradley and Stone as voting yes. Commissioners discussed the role of the senior tax board in explaining what services are funded by the senior tax fund and signaled follow‑up to ensure residents understand how the change affects renewals and eligibility. No dollar amounts or sunset provisions were specified in the transcript.