Key Changes to Local Revenue: HB 581 and HB 92

Major changes stemming from HB 581, passed in 2024, and this year's HB 92 impact municipal finances. These changes involve property tax assessments, homestead exemptions, the introduction of a new local sales tax, and rollback rates.

Learn about these updates and what cities need to know moving forward.

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Smart Solutions for City Success

Empowering City Leaders with Knowledge and Skills

The Harold F. Holtz Municipal Training Institute offers city officials a comprehensive learning experience, covering everything from municipal finance and budgeting to ethics and data literacy. Designed to enhance leadership and expertise in local government, this program is a partnership between GMA and the University of Georgia’s Carl Vinson Institute of Government—equipping officials with the tools they need to serve their communities effectively.

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City Spotlight

Willacoochee, located in GMA's District 11 was created in 1889. The city is known for its large population of Korean War Veterans.

Fun Fact: On a visit, you can catch a dinner train ride on the Azalea Sprinter! This South Georgia premier excursion train travels along the historic Georgia & Florida Railroad.