Henry County secures $26M for SPLOST 6 projects following successful citizen vote

The Henry County Board of Commissioners meeting on June 3, 2025, highlighted significant updates on the Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST) and financial services, showcasing the county's ongoing commitment to infrastructure and fiscal responsibility.

During the meeting, officials presented a video detailing the progress of SPLOST 6, which began collections in April 2025. The initiative, supported by local voters, has already approved over $26 million for various projects across all five districts of Henry County. Key projects include improvements on Rock Quarry Road and Mill Road, with construction expected to ramp up over the summer. The county's SPLOST department is actively working to ensure these projects are underway, emphasizing the importance of community support in funding essential transportation and capital improvements.

Financial Director David Smith provided an update on the county's fiscal health, reporting that year-to-date revenues have reached approximately $247.4 million, representing 95.3% of the budgeted revenue. This increase is attributed to rising property values, which have positively impacted the county's financial outlook. Smith noted that expenditures are currently at about 79.1% of budgeted appropriations, with some unfavorable expenses being offset by savings in various departments.

The meeting also addressed the ongoing fiscal year 2024 audit, which commenced last month. Smith anticipates a draft report by late July or early August, with the final report expected by September, contingent on timely information from his department.

Overall, the discussions underscored Henry County's proactive approach to managing public funds and advancing infrastructure projects, reflecting a commitment to enhancing community services and safety.