The biggest issue decided in May was the approval of Tucker’s FY ’18 budget. The $7.6 million budget passed on May 22 by a 6-0 vote. It will create six new, much-needed staff positions at City Hall, as well as add another $1 million to the City’s reserves. One of the new positions being created is that of a Parks and Recreation Director, a service the City is taking over from DeKalb County.
Additionally, Council decided to approve a proposed multi-family project, the five-story Northlake Senior Apartments. The complex, which will have 90 units reserved for residents 62 and older, was passed on a 6-0 vote. It will be located on Northlake Parkway, just across from the new Tucker Meridian Shopping Center at the old Steak & Ale site.
Council also adopted an ordinance to adjust the City’s hotel/motel tax to the eight percent rate that is uniform across unincorporated DeKalb County. By one estimate, this move will create an additional $171,000 in funds to be spent on projects in Tucker’s Parks and Recreation facilities.
Finally, the Mayor issued a proclamation declaring May 22 to be James P. Jackson Day in Tucker. The honor recognizes the long-time principal of Tucker High School who is moving on this summer to a position with the DeKalb County School District.
