Board of Commissioners Meeting Audio – 5-25-23

The following occurred at this meeting: -Life Saving Award presentation -Resolution to award a paving contract for roads -Zoning and variance requests -Coats American building discussion -Purchase order for an excavator for the landfill SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel to watch this video. http://walkercountyga.gov/tag/podcast/feed

Multi-Million Dollar Recreational Project Coming to Northern Walker County

Rossville, GA (May 25, 2023) – Walker County will receive $2.2 million from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) to invest in a much needed recreational project in the fast growing northern end of the county. Georgia Governor Brian Kemp announced the grant award for Walker County, which is one of 142 qualified projects across … Continue reading Multi-Million Dollar Recreational Project Coming to Northern Walker County

Walker 180 for April 2023

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

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

New Home Construction Remained Consistent in Walker County in 2022

A new home under construction

After posting record growth the past two years, new home construction in unincorporated Walker County, Georgia remained consistent in 2022. Despite modest growth last year, county officials anticipate a strong 2023, as two new subdivisions begin construction. The Walker County Planning Office issued 142 permits for the construction of new single-family homes last year. While … Continue reading New Home Construction Remained Consistent in Walker County in 2022

Walker 180 for February 2023

A town hall on brownfields, a chance to be a first first responder, and a look back at Project 52's impact on Walker County all ahead in this edition of Walker 180. There was no Walker 180 for January 2023 due to the holidays. SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel to watch the video version of this … Continue reading Walker 180 for February 2023

Walker County Plans Town Hall to Gather Community Input for New Brownfields Grant Program

An old industrial site with the remnants of a building

A new program to identify and develop cleanup plans for dozens of brownfield sites in Walker County seeks community input to identify properties to assess. Walker County Government will host a town hall meeting to inform residents, property owners and business leaders about what makes a site a brownfield and how to apply to have … Continue reading Walker County Plans Town Hall to Gather Community Input for New Brownfields Grant Program

Chickamauga Battlefield Multi-Use Connector Trail Gains Support from Walker County

The entrance to a walking trail

A plan to connect the Chickamauga National Battlefield to downtown Chickamauga may soon get a big boost. The Walker County Board of Commissioners voted last week to invest $50,000 in an effort by the Trust for Public Land (TPL) to connect an existing trail on the east side of Highway 27 at Wilder Road to … Continue reading Chickamauga Battlefield Multi-Use Connector Trail Gains Support from Walker County

Walker 180 for December 2022

Developers unveil plans for a new subdivision, the county teams up with the state for a new prison dog program, and connecting the Chickamauga Battlefield to Chickamauga... 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