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Board chair says county blindsided school system on homestead‑exemption bill; commissioners reportedly vote it down

Griffin-Spalding County Board of Education · March 18, 2026
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Summary

Chair Sue McDonald told the board the county introduced a homestead‑exemption proposal that referenced the school board without prior consultation; Superintendent Warren reported commissioners voted the proposal down 4–1.

At the March 17 meeting, Board Chair Sue McDonald strongly criticized a county commission effort she said included the school board in proposed homestead‑exemption language without consulting district leaders.

"I'm tired of being left out," McDonald said, urging the county to table the item or abstain rather than take unilateral action. She said the board and district…

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