Draft Ordinance O-06-19 that proposed an Enhanced Services Special Tax District, known as the Wilson Road Neighborhood District, has been withdrawn at the request of community leaders. There will NOT be a public hearing on August 22 as advertised on this topic.
Walker County, GA is part of the thriving Chattanooga, TN-GA MSA, featuring a population of 69,410 people, according to the latest U.S. Census Bureau estimate.
The county boasts a labor force of 31,344. Nearly 39% of local jobs are in the service sector, while manufacturing accounts for 33% of all private employment positions. Roper Corporation, Shaw Industries Group and Nissin Brake Georgia are among Walker County’s top employers.
Walker County is also home to several major tourist attractions, like Rock City Gardens, and adventure destinations, such as Pettyjohn’s Cave, Rocktown and Lula Lake.
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