As quickly as e-scooters swarmed Atlanta streets over the past couple of years, it seemed they disappeared. New laws and regulations laid down by cities across the state limited the popular vehicles, pushing companies to revise their operations. Now in Atlanta four companies – Bird, Helbiz, Spin, and Veoride – are being allowed to start back up, with small deployments at first that will grow in stages. Bringing back a popular and efficient method of transportation, while making sure it is safe and monitored has Atlanta and its Dept. of Transportation RISING…
Proposed Fulton Co. property tax hike
Fulton County homeowners let out a collective groan Monday following the announcement that property taxes will be increasing by more than 12% over the rollback millage rate. The hike, per the over the Fulton County Board of Commissioners, is to increase funding for the 2025 General Fund. The county will host three public meetings to discuss the plan with the public before the millage rate is set, but the likely tax hike has Fulton homeowners SINKING…
