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Newton County will hold a final millage-rate hearing August 4

Newton County adopted a $180.1 million FY 2027 budget using an estimated 8.56-mill rate, unchanged from the prior year but above the calculated rollback rate because the tax digest increased. A final public hearing is scheduled August 4 at 6:30 p.m.

Topic
Local government finance
Place
Newton County
Reviewed
July 31, 2026

Why it matters

An unchanged nominal rate can still increase revenue and individual tax bills when assessed values rise; residents need property-level examples tied to the services funded.

Responsible source

Newton County Government

Official budget and hearing notice. Confirm current dates, eligibility, and instructions with the responsible source.

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