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

Cedartown voters decide on redevelopment powers

The law sets a June 24, 2025, yes-or-no vote for Cedartown voters on city redevelopment powers. These include community redevelopment, tax allocation districts, tax allocation bonds, and other debts allowed under Georgia law. The authorization covers the full powers allowed under Georgia’s redevelopment law, including future changes. The powers take effect immediately only if more than half of votes cast approve the measure. If approval fails or the election is not held as required, the powers remain inactive. In either case, the law is automatically repealed on January 1, 2026. Election notices must appear in Polk County’s official newspaper at least 90 days beforehand, then weekly for two weeks. Cedartown pays election costs; its election superintendent runs the vote and certifies results to Georgia’s Secretary of State. The law does not guarantee any specific project or household benefit.