ATLANTA - The City of Atlanta is putting millions toward helping seniors stay in their homes despite rising property taxes.

What they're saying:

Mayor Andre Dickens highlighted the city’s $10 million Anti-Displacement Tax Relief Fund, which covers increases above a homeowner’s base property tax bill for up to 20 years. The program is designed to prevent longtime residents from being forced out of their neighborhoods due to gentrification and rising costs.

To qualify, homeowners must be at least 60 years old, have low to moderate income, and be current on their property tax payments.

"This program is not just about tax relief," one longtime resident said. "It’s about living life fully as seniors."

Officials said 330 new homeowners joined the program this year. In September alone, the

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