Fulton County officials approve TSPLOST renewal referendum vote
If approved by voters, Fulton County's special sales tax is projected to generate $650 million for transportation projects around the area.
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If approved by voters, Fulton County's special sales tax is projected to generate $650 million for transportation projects around the area.
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