Athens-Clarke County’s Budget Approval Set for June 9th
Residents of Athens-Clarke County are gearing up for the approval of the upcoming fiscal year’s budget, scheduled for June 9th. Mayor Kelly Girtz has submitted a proposed budget to the county commission as of May 1st, detailing the allocation of funds for essential county services including local events and infrastructure such as water and sewer delivery.
In an interview with WUGA’s Alexia Ridley, Mayor Girtz provided insights into his budget proposal, offering an overview of the fiscal plans before transitioning out of his role. For those interested in understanding how these decisions impact local taxation, a Taxpayer’s Bill of Rights Hearing is slated for Tuesday, June 2nd.
