2026 Municipal Revenue Administration Certificate (MRAC)

The Georgia Municipal Association (GMA) Municipal Revenue Administration Certificate (MRAC) Program includes five classes to enlighten municipal employees and municipal officials on the different revenue sources and applicable laws in the administration and collection process. Program objectives include: Increasing the knowledge of all major components in property tax collection;  Increasing the knowledge of the different taxes and revenue sources; To equip local governments with the tools and resources needed in the administration of the various revenue sources; To increase professionalism through the empowerment of knowledge and skills; To develop skills necessary for maintaining high standards of professionalism to those we serve. Cost is $150 per class and covers materials and lunch.   Please note: There is a $50 administrative fee for all cancellations or changes.

The Georgia Municipal Association (GMA) Municipal Revenue Administration Certificate (MRAC) Program includes five classes to enlighten municipal employees and municipal officials on the different revenue sources and applicable laws in the administration and collection process. Program objectives include: Increasing the knowledge of all major components in property tax collection; Increasing the knowledge of the different taxes and revenue sources; To equip local governments with the tools and resources needed in the administration of the various revenue sources; To increase professionalism through the empowerment of knowledge and skills; To develop skills necessary for maintaining high standards of professionalism to those we serve. Cost is $150 per class and covers materials and lunch. 

*Please note these classes do not provide training hours towards the Harold Holtz Elected Officials Training Program.

**Cancellation Policy:  Cancellations made on the day of the class will not be refunded. This includes no-shows.


Municipal Revenue Administration Certificate Classes include:
September 3 - Ad Valorem Tax 101
September 4 - Delinquent Tax Collections
September 8 - Governmental Fund Revenue
September 9 - Occupation Tax/Regulatory Fee & Alcohol License & Excise Tax
September 10 - The Customer Experience and Fraud Prevention 

**Please note these classes to not provide training hours towards the Harold Holtz Elected Officials Training Program.

Class hours can be used as continuing education hours for those who have reached the 100 hours of clerks certification through the Georgia Clerks Education Institute program.
When
9/3/2026 9:00 AM - 9/10/2026 4:00 PM
Eastern Daylight Time
Where
Bear Creek Community Center 610 Bear Creek Road Lavonia, GA UNITED STATES
Registration
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Last day to register is 9/2/2026
Event Contact
Ms. Sherri D. Bailey - Phone: (470) 755-1357

Program

Thursday, 03 September 2026

Description
Ad Valorem Tax 101
This course examines tax classifications and codes reported on the tax digest including exemptions; the digest approval process; property assessments; appeals; setting the millage rate; taxpayer bill of rights; completing the PT 32.1 and five year history.  The course also reviews state law on property tax and special classes of property such as timber, mobile homes, motor vehicles, recording intangibles and real estate transfer tax.  Distribution of public utility tax, sales tax, E-911 prepaid wireless fees, alternate ad valorem tax (IRP) and TAVT will also be reviewed.
Time
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
9:00 AM

Friday, 04 September 2026

Description
Governmental Fund Revenue Sources
Course will provide an overview of laws which allow the imposition of taxes and fees such as hotel motel tax, insurance premium tax, franchise fees, excise tax on rental vehicles, grants, fines and other revenue.  Participants will learn how to create a revenue manual for their city. This is class #3 of the 5 classes required for the Municipal Revenue Administration Certificate (MRAC) Program.
Time
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
9:00 AM

Tuesday, 08 September 2026

Description
Delinquent Tax Collection
The course outlines the process in the collection of delinquent real and personal property taxes and the process for issuing fi fa's, tax liens and executing a legal tax sale and the redemption of property.  The handling of bankruptcy notices will be reviewed. This is class #2 of the 5 classes required for the Municipal Revenue Administration Certificate (MRAC) Program.
Time
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
9:00 AM

Wednesday, 09 September 2026

Description
Occupational Tax, Regulatory Fees, & Alcohol License
Overview of Georgia law and methods allowed for occupation taxes.  Review of state issued alcohol license and laws that govern alcohol sales in Georgia and the licensing of package, consumption on premises, breweries and distillaries. This is class #4 of the 5 classes required for the Municipal Revenue Administration Certificate (MRAC) Program.
Time
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
9:00 AM

Thursday, 10 September 2026

Description
The Customer Experience & Fraud Control
This course focuses on providing local government “service” and meeting customer expectations through professionalism, best practices, technology and other resources. Participants will learn about tools, solutions and current trends for problem solving.  The course will also visit the area of internal control and how cities can address vulnerabilities in the workplace. This is the final class required for the Municipal Revenue Administration Certificate (MRAC) Program.
Time
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
9:00 AM