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2025-061 PUBLIC HEARING: Discussion regarding the City of Smyrna’s intention to opt out of the statewide adjusted base year ad valorem homestead exemption. This is Public Hearing 1 of 3. Citywide

2025-02-03 · hearing no vote · minutes

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