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GA SB263

Bill

Status

Passed

5/8/2018

Primary Sponsor

Rick Jeffares

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Origin

Senate

2017-2018 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Incorporates the City of Eagle's Landing in Henry County, Georgia, establishing a governing authority composed of a mayor and four councilmembers elected from districts, with four-year terms and a three consecutive term limit
  • Sets the mayor's initial annual salary at $12,000 and each councilmember's at $8,000, with expense reimbursement capped at $6,000 for the mayor and $4,000 per councilmember
  • Caps the ad valorem property tax millage rate at 5.00 mills, which can only be increased through a city council resolution followed by approval in a voter referendum
  • Requires a referendum at the 2018 general primary for voters within the proposed city boundaries to approve or reject incorporation, with a 24-month transition period beginning January 1, 2019, during which Henry County continues providing government services
  • Enables the creation of community improvement districts within the city that may levy taxes, fees, and assessments up to 2.5% of assessed value on nonresidential property to fund infrastructure improvements such as roads, parks, and public transportation

Legislative Description

City of Eagles Landing; incorporate; charter; provide

Last Action

Act 548

5/8/2018

Full Bill Text

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