During a recent government meeting, officials from the City of Watkinsville discussed the implications of a proposed 2.27% increase in property taxes to support the local school system. This increase, while lower than the previous year, has raised concerns among community members regarding its necessity, especially in light of projected enrollment declines. According to the school system's own data, there is an anticipated decrease of 232 students, prompting questions about the sustainability of funding amidst shrinking student numbers. The discussions highlighted the ongoing challenges faced by the school system in balancing budgetary needs with the realities of a declining student population.