The Fulton County Board of Commissioners rejected a proposed 12.5 percent property tax hike after hearing from thousands of outraged residents.

During its Wednesday meeting, the board approved a millage rate of 8.87 mills, dropping a proposal to raise it by a full mill.

Chairman Robb Pitts said in a letter to constituents that “thousands of citizens of Fulton County – from north to south – spoke out and sent a clear, unified message to the Board of Commissioners: Now is not the time for a tax increase!”

Residents from across the county and elected officials from several cities in the county, including Sandy Springs and Johns Creek, joined in opposition to the tax hike. The increased costs of living, with higher inflation, rising utility rates, and higher prices for goods and services, w

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