Fulton declines to waive fees for PGA championship

Fulton Commissioner Liz Hausmann was unable to muster four votes to waive $14,275 in health inspection and permitting fees for the PGA Championship being held in August at Atlanta Athletic Club in Johns Creek. Noting an expected $50 million economic impact, Hausmann wanted the county to agree to the same deal as when the golf tournament was held there in 2001.

The proposal failed 3-2, commissioners Bill Edwards and Emma Darnell dissenting. Edwards cited the county's budget challenges, and said if he suggested giving up $14,000, "ya'll would kick me out the door."