Atlanta Council Approves Tax-District Reinvestment Framework
The Atlanta City Council approved a plan covering six tax allocation districts, but school and county approvals are still required before long-term borrowing can begin.
Atlanta Public Schools
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Atlanta Public Schools and metro districts begin 2026-27 school year
Atlanta Public Schools began classes Aug. 3, alongside several large metro Atlanta districts. Other districts have start dates scheduled through Aug. 7.
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Fulton County declines to extend Atlanta’s TADs—redevelopment, school funding
Fulton County adopted a July 15 resolution declining to join Atlanta’s proposed 30-year TAD extension, citing taxpayer burden and legal risk, and set safeguards.
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Atlanta’s FY2027 budget and NRI plan pass—TAD buy-in still key for financing
On June 15, Atlanta City Council approved the FY2027 budget and Neighborhood Reinvestment Initiative. AJC reports TAD-backed bonds may still need APS/Fulton buy-in.