The following occurred at this meeting: -Planning and zoning matters -Spay/Neuter Awareness Month Proclamation -County Attorney appointment -Appointments to various boards, committees and commissions -Purchase orders for vehicles
New Walker County Animal Shelter Director Ready to Help Animals and the Community
Angie Teems, Chairwoman of the Walker County Board of Commissioners, is pleased to announce Melissa Smith as the county’s new animal shelter director. “Smith has an extensive background devoted to improving the lives of animals,” said Teems. “She brings a lot of energy and ideas, and I’m excited to support her vision to enhance animal … Continue reading New Walker County Animal Shelter Director Ready to Help Animals and the Community
Board to Consider Several Ordinance Revisions
The Walker County Board of Commissioners will consider several revisions to the County Code of Ordinances before the end of the year. Many of the proposed changes have been in the works for several months. The amendments to be considered address a number of concerns, across three codes: Alcohol, Animals and Land Development. Chapter 4 … Continue reading Board to Consider Several Ordinance Revisions
Walker County Board of Commissioners Meeting Audio for July 25, 2024
The following occurred at this meeting: -Intergovernmental agreement with Rossville concerning recreational services -Planning & Zoning -Resolution to appoint a member to the Bridge Health Board -Purchase orders for a metal jail pod building and painting/hvac at the Ag Center SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel to watch this video. http://walkercountyga.gov/tag/podcast/feed
WALKER This Week – Episode 18 (May 24, 2024)
Breathing some new life into the old county courthouse. On this episode of WALKER This Week, we take a look at a renovation project that's set to get underway soon in downtown LaFayette. Walker County Government offices will be closed on Monday, May 27th in observance of Memorial Day and we'll be on hiatus too … Continue reading WALKER This Week – Episode 18 (May 24, 2024)
WALKER This Week – Episode 14 (April 26, 2024)
Early voting gets underway at the Walker County County on Monday, April 29th for the primary election. On this episode of Walker This Week, we cover some of the logistics voters need to know before heading to the polls, as well as the new doggy day out program at the animal shelter. SUBSCRIBE to our … Continue reading WALKER This Week – Episode 14 (April 26, 2024)
Walker County Animal Shelter Receives Accolades
The Walker County Animal Shelter reached no-kill status in 2022, according to Best Friends Animal Society’s annual data report. This means the shelter saved more than 90% of the dogs and cats that entered the shelter last year. According to intake and live outcome data tracked by Best Friends, the Walker County Animal Shelter helped save 93.9% of shelter … Continue reading Walker County Animal Shelter Receives Accolades
Walker 180 for November 2023
Voters approve a new TSPLOST, the county enacts a 45-day burn ban and the Animal Shelter reaches "no kill" status... 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
Animal Welfare Check Leads to Two Arrests at Home with Nearly 200 Animals
Updated at 8:45 a.m. on September 14 to reflect new numbers and information. A Walker County couple faces charges of animal cruelty after the discovery of nearly 200 dogs, pigs, rabbits and chickens on their property, many living in unsanitary conditions and without shelter. 57-year old Patty Bryant and her husband, 72-year old Jerry Bryant, … Continue reading Animal Welfare Check Leads to Two Arrests at Home with Nearly 200 Animals
Second Person Arrested in Animal Hoarding Case in Walker County
LaFayette, GA (August 15, 2023) – A second person has been arrested and charged in connection with an animal hoarding case that has now resulted in 101 cats and 3 dogs being removed from a property in south Walker County. 76-year old Dee Darren Decker faces one count of Aggravated Cruelty to Animals in connection … Continue reading Second Person Arrested in Animal Hoarding Case in Walker County