DCCM provided comprehensive program management and consulting services to support Chattooga County’s preparation for the 2026 Transportation Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (TSPLOST) and Floating Local Option Sales Tax (FLOST) referenda. Working under the direction of the Sole Commissioner, the DCCM team served as a trusted advisor and extension of County staff throughout the referendum development process.

The team collaborated closely with County and municipal elected officials, senior staff, and department leadership to establish the overall scope, schedule, and key milestones necessary to advance the referenda. Services included developing revenue projections and distribution methodologies for both TSPLOST and FLOST, ensuring equitable and legally compliant allocations between the County and its cities.

DCCM facilitated the development and refinement of the 2026 TSPLOST project list by coordinating reviews of the County’s capital improvement priorities and aligning proposed projects with anticipated revenues. The firm also supported negotiations among the County and municipalities, assisting with the preparation of intergovernmental agreements (IGAs) and associated resolutions for legal review and final approval.

In addition, DCCM prepared all required documentation to place the referenda on the ballot, including IGAs, resolutions authorizing execution, election call documents, and statutory advertisements. The team coordinated the referendum schedule and monitored required election advertising to ensure compliance with state and local requirements.

To support voter understanding, DCCM assisted with the coordination and development of educational materials explaining the purpose, structure, and eligible uses of TSPLOST and FLOST revenues. This included guidance on public information best practices, participation in the development of printed and digital educational content, and clarification of allowable “do’s and don’ts” related to referendum education efforts. These activities helped ensure that the County’s public outreach remained informative, transparent, and compliant with applicable regulations.