Newton County's own Commissioner Demond Mason has just stepped up to the political plate, taking on the role of chair for the Association County Commissioners of Georgia's (ACCG) Revenue and Finance Policy Committee. In a powerful move, ACCG President and Toombs County Chairman David Sikes passed the baton to Mason, according to a recent statement on the Newton County website.
The ACCG, a key player in the realm of local government, has their hands full with creating policies that keep Georgia's counties running smoothly. "Policy development and legislative advocacy are foundational aspects of our organization," ACCG Executive Director Dave Wills expressed, signaling the importance of the committee's work, as noted in an earlier announcement. At a time where every penny counts, this committee’s task is to protect the wallet of the local taxpayer from any financial fallout from decisions made at state level.
Commissioner Mason now finds himself at the forefront of a committee that delves deep into the intricacies of local sales and use taxes, property taxes, and user fees. Steering the ship alongside him as vice chair is Spalding County Chairman Clay Davis, together shaping the narrative for Georgia's financial future.
The ACCG, an advocate for the peach state's communities since 1914, now enlists Mason's expertise to fortify budgetary defenses and safeguard county finances. Their mission, deeply rooted in the principle of member-driven focus, drives ACCG to lobby for county interests during legislative sessions. For more detail on ACCG’s initiatives and history.
