Board of Commissioners Meeting Audio – 8-10-23

The following occurred at this meeting: Public Hearing on revisions to the Alcohol Ordinance Board discussion on revisions to the Alcohol Ordinance Board discussion on a new fee schedule for alcohol license Approval of a contract for Walker State Prison to train shelter dogs SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel to watch this video. http://walkercountyga.gov/tag/podcast/feed

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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