Subcommittee backs measure allowing longer contracts for MEAG participants HB 1027 would allow Municipal Electric Authority of Georgia participants to enter retail power contracts up to 20 years for large‑load customers; the subcommittee approved the bill by voice vote with one recorded 'no'.

Georgia's Subcommittee just voted to advance a groundbreaking bill allowing cities to secure long-term electric contracts with major customers for up to 20 years!

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Commissioners negotiate funding split for municipal projects amid bond concerns Commissioners discuss and negotiate funding percentages for local projects during tense meeting.

Tensions rose as Stephens County commissioners debated a controversial funding split that could impact millions in local projects.

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Legislature revises development impact fee refund regulations for municipalities and counties Lawmakers amend rules for refunding development impact fees to property owners.

House Bill 656 could revolutionize Georgia's development landscape by holding municipalities accountable for delivering promised public services to developers—will it bring fairness or fear?

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