The City of Cleveland plans to keep its current property tax rate of 5.056 mills, which officials say is necessary to maintain services for the growing community. While the rate remains unchanged, it represents a 1.04% increase over the rollback rate, prompting a required public notification and three public hearings under Georgia law.
According to the city, state law mandates that when a proposed millage rate exceeds the rollback rate, it must be treated as a tax increase—even if the rate itself stays the same. This ensures transparency and gives residents a chance to voice their opinions.
City officials say the goal is to continue providing essential services without raising the rate, which has held steady.
“The Mayor and Council are committed to keeping the millage rate as low as possible while serving the needs of our growing population,” the city said in a public notice.
Three public hearings will be held at the Cleveland Community Center/Police Department, located at 342 Campbell Street:
Monday, August 4 at 6:00 p.m.
Thursday, August 14 at 8:00 a.m.
Thursday, August 14 at 4:30 p.m.
The City Council is scheduled to adopt the 2025 property tax millage rate immediately following the final hearing on August 14 at 4:30 p.m. at the same location.
All concerned citizens are encouraged to attend.
