Public to Vote on Transportation Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (TSPLOST) to Repair Roads November 7th

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Road paving

Nearly a year after the first Transportation Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (TSPLOST) came to an end, the public will be asked to authorize a new TSPLOST to restore the county's dedicated funding source to repair and resurface roads. On November 7, 2023, voters will be asked the following question: Shall a special one … Continue reading Public to Vote on Transportation Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (TSPLOST) to Repair Roads November 7th

Walker 180 for August 2023

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A millage rate rollback, the debate over liquor stores begins and a vote to bring back the TSPLOST... 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

Board Proposes Lower Millage Rate to Minimize the Impact of Higher Appraisals on Walker County Property Owners

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LaFayette, GA (August 2, 2023) – The Walker County Board of Commissioners will hold three public hearings in August to provide citizens with a better understanding of a proposed millage rate rollback. The reduced rate aims to lessen the impact of higher property appraisals. Another year of surging home sales increased property values an average … Continue reading Board Proposes Lower Millage Rate to Minimize the Impact of Higher Appraisals on Walker County Property Owners

Board of Commissioners Meeting Audio – 7-27-23

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The following occurred at this meeting: Public Hearing on updating the Alcohol Ordinance to allow package retail sales of distilled spirits, aka liquor stores Intergovernmental Agreement for distribution of 2024 TSPLOST funds Resolution to call for a Referendum on TSPLOST on November 7, 2023 Approval of Grant for Juvenile Justice June 2023 Departmental Statistics SUBSCRIBE … Continue reading Board of Commissioners Meeting Audio – 7-27-23

GE Appliances and Roper Corporation Celebrate Transformed Plant and 50 Years of Cooking Products Leadership

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GE Appliances (GEA), a Haier company, and its wholly owned subsidiary Roper Corporation today joined with state and local officials to celebrate 50 years of cooking leadership in Georgia and a multi-million-dollar investment that’s adding new products, good jobs and the latest in advanced manufacturing technology. During a first look at the factory’s transformation, GE … Continue reading GE Appliances and Roper Corporation Celebrate Transformed Plant and 50 Years of Cooking Products Leadership

Board of Commissioners Meeting Audio – 7-13-23

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The following occurred at this meeting: -Appointment of a member to the LaFayette-Walker County Library board -Designating Sheriff's Office items for surplus -Accepting the terms of the Improving Neighborhood Outcomes in Disproportionately Impacted Communities grant -Purchase Order for playground equipment -Approval of grants for Adult Felony Drug Court and Mental Health Court -MOU with Family … Continue reading Board of Commissioners Meeting Audio – 7-13-23

Walker County Investment Rating Upgraded by Moody’s Investors Service

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LaFayette, GA (June 23, 2023) – Moody’s Investors Service upgraded Walker County, GA’s credit rating today following a multi-year trend of strong financial performance. Moody’s raised the county’s issuer rating from A1 to Aa3, which moves Walker County into the “high quality” category for obligations with a “very low credit risk.” “This improvement in the … Continue reading Walker County Investment Rating Upgraded by Moody’s Investors Service

Board of Commissioners Meeting Audio – 6-22-23

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The following occurred at this meeting: -Planning and zoning matters -Resolution to use the Walker County Development Authority as an independent contractor to market the Coats American building -May Department Statistics -Resolution to authorize the purchase of real property SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel to watch this video. http://walkercountyga.gov/tag/podcast/feed

Walker County Sheriff’s Office Receives State Grant for Tech Upgrades

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ATLANTA – Georgia State Representative Mike Cameron (R-Rossville) commends the state for awarding the Walker County Sheriff’s Office with $558,697 in grant funding. The sheriff’s office will invest these funds in some of the latest law enforcement technology to help keep citizens safe and investigate crimes. “I would like to thank Governor Kemp and his … Continue reading Walker County Sheriff’s Office Receives State Grant for Tech Upgrades