Houston County board presents slight overall millage decrease, higher unincorporated fire millage
At a special Aug. 19 meeting, Chairman Perdue presented a proposed county millage of 8.45 (down from 8.501) and a Fire Millage of 1.677 for unincorporated Houston County (up from 1.177). Commissioners and residents asked questions about staffing, EMS funding and House Bill 581.
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Chairman Perdue presented the County's proposed property tax rates at a special meeting on Aug. 19, 2025, saying the "new proposed millage rate is 8.45, down from 8.501, and the new Fire Millage for unincorporated Houston County will be 1.677, up from 1.177." He explained how assessed values, state rules and exemptions factor into revenue and described budget priorities including public safety staffing and county efficiency.
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