Gwinnett officials to discuss transportation sales tax

Gwinnett County residents can discuss a proposed regional transportation sales tax with local officials during a telephone conference at 6:15 p.m. June 7.

Voters in 10 metro Atlanta counties will decide on July 31 whether to approve a one percent sales tax for a variety of road and transit improvements. Gwinnett County Commission Chairwoman Charlotte Nash and Norcross Mayor Bucky Johnson will discuss the proposal and answer questions during the live telephone chat.

To register for the telephone conference, register your name and phone number at www.wiresidechats.com.

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