Tucker City Council Meeting

The City of Tucker held a special call meeting on June 8, 2026, primarily to conduct the first reading and public hearing of an ordinance to set the 2026 millage rate at 2.036, which is slightly higher than the rollback rate calculated by DeKalb County. The council discussed the rationale for maintaining the millage rate to manage inflationary pressures, rising maintenance costs, and service expectations without reducing service levels. Detailed explanations were provided about how property tax assessments work, including exemptions and freezes that affect individual tax bills, clarifying that the city’s millage rate decision does not constitute a direct tax increase for most residents. No votes were taken to finalize the ordinance during this meeting, but subsequent public hearings were scheduled. The discussion also touched on sensitivity to other tax and fee increases at the county and school district levels, emphasizing cautious fiscal management by the city.