Rich. Co. homeowners could see additional property tax increase if city and school leaders approve

Rich. Co. homeowners could see additional property tax increase if city and school leaders approve

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) - The Richmond County School Board is considering a property tax increase that could mean even more money out of the taxpayer's pockets. Earlier this week, the school board announced Dr. Malinda Cobb as the permanent superintendent. Now, the BOE is looking at a 5% property tax increase—so we got an idea of what this could mean for homeowners in the school system.  As property values have increased across the county, homeowner…