Metro Atlanta school district set to benefit from $925 million sales tax renewal

Voters in DeKalb County have overwhelmingly approved renewing a one-cent sales tax that helps fund school improvements, with 81% voting in favor of extending the tax for another five years.

The tax is expected to generate more than $925 million by 2032, providing funding for school renovations, new buildings and upgrades to technology and security.

The revenue supports schools in DeKalb County, Decatur and portions of Atlanta…

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