The Conyers City Council is gearing up for a property tax cut with plans to roll back the millage rate for residents. As reported by City of Conyers, the council has proposed a decrease from 13.33 mills to 11.97 mills. This change marks the sixth time in eight years that the millage rate has been reduced, aligning with the city's trend of easing tax rates for its citizens.
Under Georgia's law, when there’s a rise in a total digest of taxable property, a rollback millage rate is calculated to match the prior year's revenue without reassessments. Even though the millage rate is witnessing a decline, some homeowners might find their tax bills creeping upwards, spawned by increases in home assessments. Mayor Vince Evans cited the escalating cost of living as a rationale for the cut, stating, "Given the increased costs of living our citizens are enduring from gasoline to groceries and everything in between, the city is fortunate to be in the position to take the full rollback," in a statement obtained by City of Conyers.
Residents curious about how this will impact their wallets will have a chance to learn more at an upcoming City Council meeting. Set for Thursday, August 15, at 3:30 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers at 901 O’Kelly Street, council members will convene to officially set the millage rate. Those with concerns or questions regarding the proposed millage rate rollback are encouraged to attend this public meeting.
Mayor Evans expressed confidence that Conyers is making the right move financially for its population amidst the range of economic pressures faced by its residents. In his words, Mayor Evans believes the city's prudent planning and fiscal strategy rendered the decision to reduce taxes not only feasible but judicious stating, “Thanks to proper planning and the city’s successful budgeting process, this was a choice that was easy to make and the right thing to do," as he told City of Conyers. The upcoming meeting will provide a platform for residents to voice their opinions and gain a comprehensive understanding of how the tax reduction will affect their individual financial situations.
