By Malynda Fulton
HAHIRA — With the state of the economy still uncertain, the reduction in water and sewer tap fees in Hahira will likely remain in place, as was discussed at the city council work session Monday evening.
The current reduction allows a $1,500 fee per 3/4-inch water tap as well as a $1,500 fee per four-inch sewer tap for residential developments, as opposed to the regular rate of $2,500 per tap. Hahira City Manager Jonathan Sumner said that Hahira only got 11 taps last year, proof that builders may still need some relief in these hard economic times.
In other news, Housing Resource Solutions Business Owner Kelley Thomas made a presentation about her organization and the services it offers. Housing Resource Solutions is an affordable housing development association that teaches people how to be responsible homeowners and informs them of programs and resources available to them. Housing Resources Solutions assists clients in qualifying for homes that range from $108,000 to $115,000. The business is in the process of becoming a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization.
Housing Resource Solutions recently held a workshop in November and is planning a resource fair in Valdosta in February. Thomas asked for Hahira’s assistance in promoting the business and its events.
During the regular session Thursday evening, council members will take oaths of office and Mayor Wayne Bullard will make his State of the City Address. The council will also elect its city clerk and mayor pro tem. The regular session will be held at 7:30 p.m. at the Hahira Courthouse.
