The Atlanta NAACP rarely weighs in on political races, but Wednesday chapter President Richard Rose strongly denounced Atlanta mayoral candidate Kasim Reed, criticizing him for his work (or lack thereof) on affordable housing, relationship with law enforcement, mistreatment of HBCU’s, and allegations of corruption while mayor. Reed, who is in a statistical tie with Felicia Moore in most polls, denied the claims and struck out at Rose, calling the attack “deeply disturbing.” Expect more fireworks as we get closer to election day – this opposition to Reed’s campaign from a major advocacy group has him DRIFTING…
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…
