Board of Commissioners Meeting Audio – 3-23-23

The following occurred at this meeting: -Several planning and zoning items -Proclamation for Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month -Resolution to declare property as surplus -Resolution to adopt a records center access policy -Resolution to adopt an employee electronic property and communications system policy -Purchase order for new firefighter turnout gear -Purchase order for new … Continue reading Board of Commissioners Meeting Audio – 3-23-23

Tire Amnesty Day Returns to Walker County April 22

Walker County residents will have a chance to participate in a community clean-up effort next month, as the county’s popular Retire Your Tires Amnesty Day returns after a multi-year hiatus. On Saturday, April 22nd, the county will accept tires free of charge from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Walker County Landfill, 5120 N … Continue reading Tire Amnesty Day Returns to Walker County April 22

Homestead Exemption Application Deadline is Fast Approaching

Did you know a little bit of paperwork could save you a lot of money? The deadline for property owners to apply for the Standard Homestead Exemption is April 1st, according to state law. Under the Standard Homestead Exemption, the owner of an occupied home used as a primary residence may be granted a $2,000 … Continue reading Homestead Exemption Application Deadline is Fast Approaching

Brownfields Grant Program Gets Underway in Walker County

Lots of people sitting down attempting a meeting

Walker County, in partnership with Terracon Consultants, hosted a town hall meeting in February to inform the public about brownfields, as well as efforts to protect the environment. A brownfield site is a property thats full use is hindered by fears of environmental contamination. These sites can range from an old dry cleaner or abandoned … Continue reading Brownfields Grant Program Gets Underway in Walker County