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Laurens County Faces First Tax Hike in Decade | Macon News
Laurens County is facing its first property tax hike in nearly a decade, proposing to raise the millage rate from 5.49 mils to 7 mils after years of dipping into reserve funds — a move officials say is unsustainable. While county leaders argue the increase is needed to maintain vital services like fire medics, residents like Jason Flemming warn it could hurt seniors and low-income families, suggesting a sales tax instead. Three public hearings are scheduled for September 14, 22, to gather community input before the final vote. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…
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