Pickens County approves 2024 military rollback rate amid budget management success
September 06, 2024 | Pickens County, Georgia
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The Pickens County Board of Commissioners convened on September 6, 2024, to finalize the 2024 millage rate, marking a significant moment for local taxpayers. The meeting, held at an unusual time on a Friday evening, aimed to approve a rollback rate of 7.286 mills, continuing a trend of consistent rollbacks over the past nine years.
Commissioners highlighted the importance of this decision, noting that while many neighboring counties have raised their rates, Pickens County has managed to maintain its rollback. This achievement was attributed to effective budget management by various department heads and elected officials. The total levy, combining the county's portion and the school system's approved rate of 12.2 mills, results in a combined millage rate of 19.486.
During the meeting, commissioners expressed gratitude for the hard work of the finance department and other contributors who facilitated this process. The motion to approve the rollback rate passed unanimously, reflecting a collective commitment to fiscal responsibility and community support.
As the meeting concluded, the board also voted to submit the total millage rate to the state, ensuring compliance with legal requirements. This decision not only underscores the county's dedication to maintaining affordable tax rates but also sets a positive precedent for future fiscal planning.
Commissioners highlighted the importance of this decision, noting that while many neighboring counties have raised their rates, Pickens County has managed to maintain its rollback. This achievement was attributed to effective budget management by various department heads and elected officials. The total levy, combining the county's portion and the school system's approved rate of 12.2 mills, results in a combined millage rate of 19.486.
During the meeting, commissioners expressed gratitude for the hard work of the finance department and other contributors who facilitated this process. The motion to approve the rollback rate passed unanimously, reflecting a collective commitment to fiscal responsibility and community support.
As the meeting concluded, the board also voted to submit the total millage rate to the state, ensuring compliance with legal requirements. This decision not only underscores the county's dedication to maintaining affordable tax rates but also sets a positive precedent for future fiscal planning.
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