A tale of two counties. On this edition of WALKER This Week, we look at recent developments in the housing market in Walker County. While new home construction posted record growth last year, home buyers are battling high interest rates and surging prices… following a 45% increase in property values over the past two years. … Continue reading Walker This Week – Episode 4 (February 9, 2024)
Walker County, Georgia Board of Commissioners Meeting Audio for February 8, 2024
The following occurred at this meeting: -Conditional use variance request for property located at 40 Blessed Way, Rock Spring -Purchase Order for equipment and a consultants contract for the landfill -Resolution to Serve as Fiduciary Agent for LMJCs Grant from the Judicial County of Georgia Ad Hoc Committee on ARPA Funding SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE … Continue reading Walker County, Georgia Board of Commissioners Meeting Audio for February 8, 2024
Walker This Week – Episode 3 (February 2, 2024)
Violent storms have become more prevalent in recent years, bringing with them heavy rains and flooding to Walker County… and on occasion, a tornado. This week, we look at how you can stay weather aware and be the first to know when you need to take action to protect yourself and your family. SUBSCRIBE to … Continue reading Walker This Week – Episode 3 (February 2, 2024)
Walker County, Georgia Board of Commissioners Meeting Audio for January 25, 2024
The following occurred at this meeting: Presentation from Bridge Health R-004-24 Support the Application for a Historic Resources Survey Grant R-005-24 Amend the FY2024 Budget to Appropriate Funds for the Walker County Coroner’s Office R-006-24 Designate and Approve a Defined Geographical Area for a Fire District to be Operated by the McLemore Volunteer Fire Department … Continue reading Walker County, Georgia Board of Commissioners Meeting Audio for January 25, 2024
Walker This Week – Episode 2 (January 26, 2024)
Ever wonder what it takes to secure a rocky mountainside after a rock fall? On this episode of Walker This Week, we take you behind the scenes of the work happening on Dougherty Gap Road… where crews are immersed in a rockfall mitigation project. SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel to watch this video. http://walkercountyga.gov/tag/podcast/feed
Walker This Week (Episode 1 – January 19, 2024)
Each week, we'll tackle a different topic, keeping you informed about various programs and projects in Walker County, Georgia. This week, Shannon Whitfield, Chairman of the Walker County Board of Commissioners, provides an overview of what he's excited to work on in 2024. SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel to watch this video. http://walkercountyga.gov/tag/podcast/feed
Walker County, GA Board of Commmissioners Meeting Audio for January 11, 2024
The following occurred at this meeting: -Election of a vice chairperson -Meeting schedule update -Qualifying fees set -LMJC and Public Defender agreements -December 2023 department stats SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel to watch this video. http://walkercountyga.gov/tag/podcast/feed
Board of Commissioners Meeting Audio – 12-28-23
The following occurred at this meeting: Ordinance to amend Chapter 4 (Alcoholic Beverages) to provide limited licensing procedures in a Crossroad Community. Resolution to Set the Annual Compensation for the Walker County Coroner Resolutions to appoint members to the Board of Directors of the Northwest Georgia Joint Development Authority, the Walker County Board of Health, … Continue reading Board of Commissioners Meeting Audio – 12-28-23
Walker 180 for December 2023/January 2024
Walker County turns 190 years old, the burn ban comes to an end, plus holiday schedule changes... all ahead in this edition of Walker 180. The deadline to submit a letter for the time capsule is January 31, 2024. The time capsule will be sealed shortly thereafter and not reopened until December 18, 2033! By … Continue reading Walker 180 for December 2023/January 2024
Board of Commissioners Meeting Audio – 12-14-23
The following occurred at this meeting: Resolution to rescind the burn ban Resolution to add Heritage Day to the County holiday calendar Proclamation for Heritage Day (Walker County's 190th anniversary) Planning and zoning items SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel to watch this video. http://walkercountyga.gov/tag/podcast/feed