The annual audit of governmental and business-type activities of Walker County was received by the Walker County Board of Commissioners during their meeting on Thursday, April 13, 2023. The audit covers October 1, 2021 to September 30, 2022. The 135 page document, prepared by Rushton LLC, is now available for community review on the county's … Continue reading 2022 Audit Now Available for Public Review
The following occurred at this meeting: -Presentation of the FY2022 Audit -Presentation on the Public Safety Fee -Resolution to approve a road paving list for 2023 -Resolution to revise the Public Safety Fee assessed in the Walker County Fire and Rescue District -Resolution to appoint a member to the Northwest Georgia Regional 1 Emergency Medical … Continue reading Board of Commissioners Meeting Audio – 4-13-23
The Walker County Board of Commissioners voted to maintain the current level of fire service for residents and businesses by making an adjustment to the county’s public safety fee. The investment in fire protection comes in advance of an Insurance Service Office (ISO) review later this year, which can affect insurance rates for homeowners and … Continue reading Walker County to Maintain Current Level of Fire Service
It's almost time to retire your tire, some upcoming rate changes at the landfill and where and when to find the annual rabies clinics... all ahead in this month's edition of Walker 180. SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel to watch this video. http://walkercountyga.gov/tag/podcast/feed
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
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
The following occurred at this meeting: -Proclamation for Myeloma Awareness Month (March) -Resolution to adjust rates at the landfill -Resolution to adopt a workplace harassment policy SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel to watch this meeting. http://walkercountyga.gov/tag/podcast/feed
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
Tire Amnesty Day returns, the search for brownfield sites to clean up, and how to save on your property taxes... all ahead in this month's edition of Walker 180. SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel to watch the video version of this production. http://walkercountyga.gov/tag/podcast/feed
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
