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Clerk warns of halted property recordings without millage resolution; board authorizes temporary measure

Haralson County Board of Commissioners · February 16, 2026
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Clerk of Court Amy Muse told commissioners that, without millage rates on official forms, the clerk cannot process security deeds, warranty deeds or other property recordings; the board authorized her to proceed under the current millage rate until formal rates are set and discussed approving a $1,142 juvenile stamp machine if needed.

Amy Muse, Haralson County’s clerk of court, told commissioners she cannot process real‑estate recordings for 2026 until the county and city provide official millage rates on the required PT‑35/PT‑38 forms. Muse said that without those forms her office would be forced to pause recording deeds and other instruments, disrupting closings and attorney…

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