“Our Council is once again lowering our property tax rate to protect our taxpayers from the effects of increasing property values. This year’s proposed reduction to 5.693 mills from 5.981 mills represents the lowest rate possible while also making an important investment in our city’s police officer pay,” said Mayor Michael Caldwell. “I am proud of Council for balancing these vitally important priorities to ensure we maintain some of the lowest taxes and remain one of the safest communities in the State of Georgia.”

“This increase represents the largest single pay increase for our officers in Department history, and accounts for nearly a 25% increase since the start of the calendar year,” Mayor Michael Caldwell said. “The City of Woodstock is investing in the men and women who keep our city safe and we are actively competing for the very best officers in Georgia.”