A good deal of news today ...
The Georgia Court of Appeals ruled that Nuci's Space, despite its non-profit status, was not exempt from paying its property taxes. Various non-profit leaders in the community, including Spencer Frye, the executive director of Habitat For Humanity and a prospective mayoral candidate, expressed concern over how the ruling would impact their existing fundraising activities.
Fortunately, Rep. Doug McKillip indicated he'd be willing to sponsor legislation to offer the necessary clarification for non-profit organizations. Athens-Clarke County District Four Commissioner Alice Kinman offered a contrasting view, suggesting the decision from the Court of Appeals was the proper one, though her fellow commissioner, District Nine's Kelly Girtz, said he disagreed with the ruling and stated he'd push for legislative action to address the matter.