Walker 180 for November 2023

Voters approve a new TSPLOST, the county enacts a 45-day burn ban and the Animal Shelter reaches "no kill" status... 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

Walker County Plans “Facebook Live” Town Hall on TSPLOST

The word TSPLOST with the letter S as a road, next to the logo for Facebook.

Shannon Whitfield, Chairman of the Walker County Board of Commissioners, will host a virtual town hall event next week to discuss the Transportation Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (TSPLOST) referendum. The town hall will be streamed live on Monday, October 23 at 7:00 p.m. on the Walker County Government Facebook page. The program will … Continue reading Walker County Plans “Facebook Live” Town Hall on TSPLOST

The Truth About TSPLOST, the Transportation Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax

Voters will decide November 7 if they want everyone who visits Walker County to chip in to make improvements to local roads. The public will be asked to restore the Transportation Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (TSPLOST), a one-percent sales tax that is dedicated to road maintenance and improvements. Unlike other special purpose sales taxes … Continue reading The Truth About TSPLOST, the Transportation Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax

Walker 180 for October 2023

The truth about TSPLOST, get ready for a new play experience and affordable housing units hit the market... 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 of Commissioners Meeting Audio – 9-28-23

The following occurred at this meeting: Resolution to appoint a Deputy Clerk Public hearings on zoning, FY2024 Budget and Timber Harvest Notification Ordinance Zoning Resolution to approve the FY2024 General Fund Budget Resolution to approve the FY2024 Enterprise Fund and Special Revenue Budget Resolution to amend the regular meeting calendar for 2023 Resolution to establish … Continue reading Board of Commissioners Meeting Audio – 9-28-23

Board of Commissioners Meeting Audio – 9-14-23

The following occurred at this meeting: -Public hearing on Timber Notification Ordinance -Presentation of the FY2024 Budget -Approval of emergency repairs to Glentana Road and Villanow Mill Road -Water line extension for Villanow -August 2023 Department Statistics SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel to watch this video. http://walkercountyga.gov/tag/podcast/feed  

Sheriff’s Office Traffic Tip of the Month – September 2023

The tinting of vehicle windows is a common practice and many Georgia residents choose to do this for aesthetic appeal, passenger UV protection, vehicle interior protection, keeping a vehicle’s interior temperature cooler, and privacy from onlookers. Most Georgia residents know that laws exist governing how dark and where window tint can be placed. This has … Continue reading Sheriff’s Office Traffic Tip of the Month – September 2023

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