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Milledgeville City Council approves contract with Government Tax Services LLC to collect delinquent property taxes
Summary
On March 10, 2026 the Milledgeville City Council voted unanimously to authorize Mayor Mary Parham-Copelan to execute an agreement with Government Tax Services LLC to collect delinquent property taxes; the council also granted an applicant’s request to withdraw an annexation ordinance without prejudice.
The Milledgeville City Council voted unanimously on March 10 to authorize Mayor Mary Parham-Copelan to sign an agreement with Government Tax Services LLC to collect delinquent property taxes on the city’s behalf.
The measure, Resolution R-2603-08, was read into the record and adopted after a motion, second and a roll-call vote in which all six council members recorded “I” for yes. The resolution authorizes the mayor to execute an agreement between the City of Milledgeville and Government Tax Services LLC for collection of delinquent property taxes; the resolution text was presented to the council and then approved by recorded vote.
Why it matters: the contract delegates collection of overdue property taxes to an outside firm rather than relying solely on city staff. Council provided no contract details during the meeting (terms, fees, or effective date were not specified in the discussion), and no public comments were offered on the item.
Council also approved a separate procedural motion to allow an applicant to withdraw an annexation ordinance (O-2512-19) without prejudice. The council was told that Mr. Kelley requested withdrawal of the application to annex property located at 76 West Highway 22; a motion to permit the withdrawal without prejudice was made, seconded and carried on a roll-call vote.
Other business: City Manager Ms. Hillsonbutts briefly recognized procurement professional Jackie Healey for receiving a gubernatorial proclamation during Procurement Professionals Month and noted that March is Women’s History Month. The mayor reminded council members to register for the annual council convention in Savannah (June 26–30, 2026) and reiterated the public comment sign-in deadline (arrive by 5:15 p.m.; sign-in closed by 5:20 p.m.).
Quotes: Mayor Mary Parham-Copelan, addressing the council and community, said the city would continue its work despite recent threats: “We’re here for the long haul … and we’re going to work together.” The mayor also asked members to move past "foolishness" and focus on city business.
Votes at a glance: • Resolution R-2603-08 (authorize mayor to execute agreement with Government Tax Services LLC): Adopted on roll call; recorded vote: Dr. Lee — yes; Ms. Simmons — yes; Ms. Shinhoster — yes; Ms. Pendergrass — yes; Ms. Map — yes; Dr. Wells — yes. Outcome: approved. • Ordinance O-2512-19 (request by Mr. Kelley to withdraw annexation application for property at 76 West Highway 22): Motion to allow withdrawal without prejudice adopted on roll call; recorded vote matched council attendance. Outcome: approved (withdrawal without prejudice).
The meeting concluded with brief council remarks thanking volunteers for a Southside community clean-up and giving thanks for returning member Ms. Map; council adjourned after a final roll-call vote.
