Walker County Homeowners to Continue to Benefit from Renewed 3/3Y ISO Rating

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Walker County maintained a 3/3Y ISO rating following a rigorous review of fire services in the unincorporated areas of the county and city of Chickamauga. The 3/3Y classification by the Insurance Service Office will continue to benefit homeowners and business owners. Insurance companies use ISO ratings in their calculations to determine insurance rates in a … Continue reading Walker County Homeowners to Continue to Benefit from Renewed 3/3Y ISO Rating

Setting the Record Straight on the County’s Banking Decisions

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A message from Chairwoman Angie Teems: There has been considerable misinformation circulating in our community regarding the county’s recent transfer of $12 million in savings from the Bank of LaFayette to Regions Bank. I want to take this opportunity to share the facts and explain the reasons behind this decision to ensure our citizens have … Continue reading Setting the Record Straight on the County’s Banking Decisions

Walker County Residents to Benefit from Reduced Taxes in 2025

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A graphic showing a $72.62 reduction in property taxes for unincorporated residents.

The Walker County Board of Commissioners approved another historically low millage rate at their September meeting. The Board rolled back the rate used to calculate property taxes to the lowest point since 2012. The new millage rate for a home with a fair market value of $250,000 will result in a property tax reduction of … Continue reading Walker County Residents to Benefit from Reduced Taxes in 2025

Walker County to Ask Voters to Renew the SPLOST

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several copper pennies with the words 2026 SPLOST on top

The Walker County Board of Commissioners recently approved a resolution calling for a referendum on the special purpose local option sales tax, commonly referred to as SPLOST. On November 4th, voters will be requested to renew the SPLOST for a new six-year cycle. The 2026 SPLOST would not begin until the 2020 SPLOST expires on … Continue reading Walker County to Ask Voters to Renew the SPLOST

Teems & Team Present Fiscal 2026 Walker County Budget Proposal

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LaFayette, GA (June 27, 2025) – Walker County Chairwoman Angie Teems and her staff presented the proposed fiscal 2026 county budget to the Board of Commissioners last night during a special called meeting. The $36.8 million spending plan reflects the Chairwoman’s commitment to responsible stewardship, aimed at strengthening the government’s ability to deliver high-quality services … Continue reading Teems & Team Present Fiscal 2026 Walker County Budget Proposal

Walker County Awarded 2025 AARP Community Challenge Grant to Provide Wi-Fi Hotspot at Adventure Acres

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An overhead rendering of a new park with a playground, walking trail, splash pad and pavilion

Rossville, GA (June 18, 2025) – AARP announced today Walker County has been selected to receive a 2025 AARP Community Challenge Grant to expand digital connectivity at the county’s first signature park, Adventure Acres. “AARP Community Challenge projects may be quick to launch, but their impact is long-lasting,” said Nancy A. LeaMond, AARP Executive Vice … Continue reading Walker County Awarded 2025 AARP Community Challenge Grant to Provide Wi-Fi Hotspot at Adventure Acres

Walker County Awarded Georgia Recreational Trail Program Grant to Remediate Walker Rocks Trail

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An old gravel trail is seen off in the distance behind some trees.

Walker County has been awarded a Recreational Trails Program (RTP) grant to help fund remediation of Walker Rocks Trail on the Walker County Civic Center campus. The county will renovate the existing public access pedestrian trail by replacing the temporary gravel surface with a permanent surface, like asphalt or bonded rubber. Renovating the trail will … Continue reading Walker County Awarded Georgia Recreational Trail Program Grant to Remediate Walker Rocks Trail

Walker County Board of Commissioners Meeting Audio from April 3, 2025

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The following occurred at this meeting: -Proclamation for Public Safety Telecommunicators Week -Presentation of the Fiscal 2024 Audit by Rushton LLC -Public Hearing on Planning and Zoning items -Resolution R-025-25 to Amend the Fiscal 2025 County Budget -Resolution R-026-25 to Participate in the Georgia Department of Transportation Local Bridge Replacement Program for East Armuchee Road … Continue reading Walker County Board of Commissioners Meeting Audio from April 3, 2025

Fiscal Year 2024 Audit for Walker County Government Now Available

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The annual audit of governmental and business-type activities of Walker County was presented to the Walker County Board of Commissioners during their meeting on Thursday, April 3, 2025. The audit covers October 1, 2023 to September 30, 2024. The 134 page document, prepared by Rushton LLC, is now available for community review. Public Safety remains … Continue reading Fiscal Year 2024 Audit for Walker County Government Now Available