Tucker’s evolution reflected in new $74 million budget

Tucker’s finances were the focus of the April 22 city council meeting. City Manager John McHenry and Finance Director Beverly Hilton presented recommendations for the first draft of the city’s Fiscal Year 2025 budget, which was presented at the meeting on April 8.

The $74 million total budget includes $33 million in the general fund, $20.5 million in capital funds, $6.9 million in SPLOST 2 funds and $3.9 million on stormwater, along with the remainder of American Rescue Plan Act and SPLOST 1 funds.

The budget also includes requests for seven new or expanded staff positions in the Parks and Recreation and Finance Departments, the Municipal Court and the City Manager’s office.