City and County to participate in LHOST

Some homeowners could eventually see a rollback in their property tax bills after Gov. Brian Kemp revised his call for a special session.

On June 3, he allowed lawmakers from each county to vote on a sales tax-funded subsidy for homeowners. A 1% Local Homestead Option Sales Tax (LHOST) would go before voters in each county in November.

Stephens County Administrator Christian Hamilton gives more details about the LHOST.

The Stephens County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved participation in the LHOST at their meeting on Tuesday, June 9.

Similarly, the Toccoa City Commission unanimously approved participation at their meeting on Monday, June 8.

WNEG will continue to update the progress of LHOST.