Habersham weighs employee costs, property tax rollback options as budget talks begin - Now Georgia

Habersham weighs employee costs, property tax rollback options as budget talks begin - Now Georgia

CLARKESVILLE — Habersham County commissioners kicked off early discussions on the fiscal year 2027 budget Monday, weighing employee costs, major equipment needs and a potential sales tax that could significantly reduce property taxes. The conversations, held during a work session preceding the board’s regular meeting, highlighted competing priorities as officials try to balance rising costs with long-term financial planning. “We have to look at …