Public welcome at budget retreat

Fayette County citizens are invited to attend any portion of the county commission’s annual budget retreat today starting at 7:30 a.m. in the third floor conference room at the Old Courthouse in Fayetteville.

The agenda includes, in order, a financial review for FY2016 regarding the general fund, proprietary funds, the tax digest and the millage rate history; presentations related to the Fayette County Development Authority and a SPLOST proposal; and items for future consideration, including major capital projects and recreation/park fees. The meeting will conclude with a discussion about open records, parliamentary procedures and other commission topics.