Bill > HB637

This bill modifies the existing law governing public hearings for the Cobb County Board of Commissioners by changing the spending threshold that triggers a mandatory public hearing. Under the revised law, the county commission must now hold a public hearing before expending county funds of $200,000.00 or more to hire an independent consultant or consulting firm, or to conduct an independent study or survey. The bill requires at least 15 days' notice of such a hearing to be published in a county newspaper of general circulation. Importantly, the bill includes an exemption for consultants used in support of construction or renovation projects, who would not be subject to this public hearing requirement. The change appears to be aimed at increasing transparency in county spending by mandating public hearings for larger financial commitments while providing some flexibility for specific types of project-related consulting work.

Government Affairs

https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/70828