Tax Relief Proposal Labeled Inadequate by Georgia Officials
Gov George Busbee's plan of 35 million dollars for property tax relief is criticized as insufficient by Ray Gunnin president of the Association County Commissioners of Georgia. He notes fall campaign priority and urges a larger, broadly felt cut possibly through shifting costs or education funding reforms. He warns taxpayers must see at least 50 million in relief and suggests alternatives including sales or income tax options to ease local budgets.
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Georgia Power Rates Rise With Fuel Costs
Georgia Power will raise January fuel adjustment charges from 7.27 to 8.34 per thousand kilowatts and add a 3.70 surcharge for unrecovered fuel costs. PSC officials say they are deluged with complaints as these increases go into effect atop normal power charges.
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Power bill uproar prompts Georgia commission action
Commissioners reported widespread complaints about rising rates and rude service at Georgia Power. They cited residents with bills higher than mortgage payments and criticized management, pressing for accountability while noting they cannot control company leadership.
Utility PSC to hear Georgia Power 305 million rate rise
Hatch had not received Pafford's letter by Thursday and could not comment. The Public Service Commission will hold a hearing in January 200n on Georgia Power's request for a 305 million rate increase.
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Open meetings clash in Georgia legislature over public access
In Atlanta the Legislative Services Committee debates open versus closed meetings as House Speaker Murphy and Lt. Governor Miller clash over conference committees. If Senate favors openness and House resists, the General Assembly could stall. Also, Sears Roebuck Foundation grants totaling 11835 go to five Atlanta University Center institutions.
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