State Rep. Gisler Explains His Vote And Vote Intentions On Property Tax Legislation, Income Tax Cuts, School Metal Detectors

***Second Town Hall Draws Engaged Crowd***

Democratic State Rep. Eric Gisler began his second Town Hall meeting on Saturday with an update on legislation under consideration in the Georgia House of Representatives and a summary of his position on the legislation.

Gisler said he will vote against House Bill 1116, which is designed to eliminate local property tax for homesteaded property in 2032, because local governmental leaders in both Oconee and Clarke counties are opposed. His House District 121 includes parts of both counties.

Republican Party Candidates For School Board, County Commission Focus On Accomplishments As Incumbents At Party Meeting

***Senate, Statewide Candidates, Also Spoke***

The Oconee County Board of Education does not have any plans to add a third high school in the near future, given the current decline in enrollments in the Oconee County Schools system.

The Board is anticipating some future growth in enrollments and is monitoring the zoning and the issuance of building permits, but both high schools are under capacity and can absorb some growth.