Atlanta Board of Education considers approving tax allocation review committee
The Atlanta Board of Education announced May 18 that it will consider establishing the Tax Allocation District Investment Review Committee (TADIRC) at its Board meeting on June 1. The proposed committee will review Tax Allocation District (TAD) investments that may impact Atlanta Public Schools. As an advisory body, the TADIRC “would provide independent, community informed […] The post Atlanta Board of Education considers approving tax allocation review committee appeared first on Rough Draft Atlanta.
The Atlanta Board of Education announced May 18 that it will consider establishing the Tax Allocation District Investment Review Committee (TADIRC) at its Board meeting on June 1.
The proposed committee will review Tax Allocation District (TAD) investments that may impact Atlanta Public Schools.
As an advisory body, the TADIRC “would provide independent, community informed review and recommendations regarding redevelopment initiatives, fiscal impacts, student and family considerations, accountability measures, and community benefit commitments connected to TAD investments,” according to a press release.
“The establishment of the Tax Allocation District Investment Review Committee brings important structure, transparency, and consistency to conversations that continue to emerge regarding TADs and redevelopment across our city,” said APS Board Chair Jessica Johnson in a press release.
The committee would comprise a total of 11 members, including nine parent or community representatives elected by each APS Board member and two At-Large members recommended by the district and approved by the APS Board.
The superintendent of APS, Bryan Johnson, has expressed his support for the TADIRC. “This proposed policy positions Atlanta Public Schools to engage in more intentional long-range planning,” said Johnson in a press release. “The establishment of the TADIRC creates a structured process for review, analysis, and community feedback while helping ensure the district remains focused on resource allocation, supporting students, and planning responsibly for the future.”
The Atlanta Board of Education wants to hear from its constituents regarding the potential approval of the TADIRC. Families, employees, stakeholders, and community members can submit feedback online or offer public comment at the Board meeting on June 1. Find guidelines here.
To learn more about TADs and the proposed TADIRC, visit these resources:
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