The next Operations Task Force meeting is set for 9 a.m. to noon Friday at Maloof Auditorium, 1300 Commerce Drive, Decatur.
Created by the county’s interim CEO Lee May through an executive order in March, the task force held its first meeting in June. It is empanelled to explore and study the financial, business, zoning and quality of life impact on residents and government operations caused by the creation of new cities and annexations; the effectiveness of the current governance structure of DeKalb County, ethics, and transparency in county operations; the equitable distribution of Homestead Option Sales Tax proceeds and legacy pension costs between DeKalb County and its cities as well as other related matters.
The task force has been directed to issue its final report with suggestions for proposed legislation, if any, no later than Dec. 31. The recommendations will be forwarded to the Georgia General Assembly for consideration.
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