White County commissioners approve 2027 budget - Now Georgia

White County, Georgia, approved its fiscal year 2027 budget in a special called meeting, with the general fund totaling $34,458,311 and a separate fund account of $9,657,906, bringing the overall budget to $44,116,217. The plan represents a 5% increase over the FY26 budget. Commission Chairman Travis Turner noted the tighter budgets reflect rising costs. Officials also approved a five-year Capital Improvements Plan worth $40,094,653, with just over $10 million expected to be spent in FY2027. Turner emphasized careful spending, acknowledging that higher costs are affecting households and municipalities alike.