Politics & Government
City Council Sets Millage Rate
After calling a special session, the city council approved a millage rate for the 2011-2012 year.
In a matter of minutes Snellville's City Council approved a millage rate for the 2012 fiscal year. The new millage rate is set at 5.7 and will provide a $12.20 deduction for individuals.
The motion was proposed by Council Member Barbara Bender, and following a at the July meeting the council decided to reconvene Monday in a special session to voice their votes.
"After reviewing our last meeting and looking over the reports I am more comfortable than ever with the new millage rate," Bender said.
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The new millage rate was passed 6-0, and council members seemed pleased to resolve the issue.
"It's not often that we are able to offer a decrease in anything to our residents," said councilwoman Kelly Kautz. "Even though the reduction will be small for the individual, any help we can offer our citizens is needed."
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Next week, the council will be reviewing the city's budget and discussing cuts for the 2012 fiscal year.
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