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
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
LaFayette, GA (June 13, 2025) – Walker County Chairwoman Angie Teems will hold five town hall talks over the next several weeks centered around the theme “common sense is our common ground.” “We don’t have a specific topic driving these talks,” said Teems. “I want to provide an open forum to hear from the community … Continue reading Teems Sets Five Open Forums to Gather Input on Walker County Issues and Ideas
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
The following occurred at this meeting: -Planning and zoning matters -Spay/Neuter Awareness Month Proclamation -County Attorney appointment -Appointments to various boards, committees and commissions -Purchase orders for vehicles
The Walker County Board of Commissioners held a special called meeting today to consider a resolution to apply for a historic resources survey grant.
The following occurred at this meeting: -Adoption of Broadband Ready Community Standards -Amend Enabling Act to Require One Monthly Meeting -Elect a New Vice Chair -Set the Meeting Calendar -Appoint a County Clerk -Amend the Holiday Calendar -Appoint Members to the Walker County Water & Sewerage Authority, Alcoholic Beverage Commission, Historic Preservation Commission and Trustees … Continue reading Walker County Board of Commissioners Meeting Audio from January 9, 2025
The Walker County Board of Commissioners held its final regular meeting of 2024. The agenda packet included ordinances addressing broadband service, chicken houses, solar energy systems, bridge replacement and other topics. The Board adopted new setback requirements for feedlots, poultry, hog and dairy operations. The changes come after a multiyear review of land use regulations … Continue reading Walker County Board of Commissioners Meeting Audio from December 19, 2024
SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel to watch this video. http://walkercountyga.gov/tag/podcast/feed The following occurred at this meeting: Public Hearing - Ordinance Amendments Ordinance O-01-24 to Amend the Land Use Code (tabled on 10/24/24) Ordinance O-02-24 to Amend the Alcoholic Beverage Code Ordinance O-03-24 to Amend the Animal Code Public Comment Unfinished Business Ordinance O-01-24 to Amend … Continue reading Walker County Board of Commissioners Meeting Audio from 11-14-24
SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel to watch this video. http://walkercountyga.gov/tag/podcast/feed The following items were on the agenda: Public Hearings on: -Ordinance O-01-24 to Amend the Land Use Code -Ordinance O-02-24 to Amend the Alcoholic Beverage Code -Ordinance O-03-24 to Amend the Animal Code New Business: -Ordinance O-01-24 to Amend the Land Use Code -Resolution R-034-24 … Continue reading Walker County Board of Commissioners Meeting Audio from 10-24-24
