Lyons, City of; Redevelopment Powers Law; provide for a referendum

Lyons voters decide on redevelopment powers

The law requires a Lyons referendum on November 4, 2025, on granting the city redevelopment powers. Approval by more than half of votes cast makes those powers effective immediately. They include community redevelopment, tax allocation districts, tax allocation bonds, and related financial obligations. The authorization covers all powers under Georgia’s Redevelopment Powers Law, including future changes, within state constitutional limits. It provides no direct household payment. The city pays election costs, and its election superintendent must certify results to the Secretary of State. Notice is required at least 90 days before the election. Notice must also appear in Toombs County’s official newspaper weekly during the two weeks immediately before the election. If voters reject the act or the required election is not held, the powers never take effect. In either case, the act automatically repeals on January 1, 2026.