Hall County officials are considering at least two budget scenarios for the 2016 fiscal year, including a potential property tax increase that could generate about $1.6 million in additional revenue for the general fund. The Board of Commissioners will hold three public hearings later this month to work through the scenarios and finalize a budget, which must be done by July 1, when the new fiscal year begins. The budget scenarios are already causing some division among the Board of Commissioners, with members Scott Gibbs and Jeff Stowe supporting a reduction in the property tax rate, while Billy Powell, Richard Mecum and Kathy Cooper agreed to consider options before moving forward.