The city of Tucker's millage rate is slated to increase from 0.848 mills to 2.284 mills. The rate will increase by 1.5 mills due to the city taking over public works from DeKalb County.
The Tucker City Council meets May 8 and will hold a first read and public hearing about the nondiscrimination ordinance that's been discussed for years.
The Tucker City Council voted unanimously to award a contract for a public art mural to Rory Hawkins (aka Catlanta) at its regular meeting on April 24.
During public comment at the Tucker City Council's April 24 meeting, several people spoke supporting the city passing a non-discrimination ordinance, which has been a matter for discussion in Tucker for some time.