Historic Preservation Commission
Walker County has hired historic preservation consulting firm WLA Studio to complete Phase II of the county’s comprehensive Historic Resources Survey (HRS). This work is being completed under the direction of Walker County, as well as the Historic Preservation Division of Georgia’s Department of Community Affairs. The goal of the survey project is to identify … Continue reading Phase Two of Historic Resources Survey in Walker County Getting Underway
The Walker County Board of Commissioners held a special called meeting today to consider a resolution to apply for a historic resources survey grant.
LaFayette, GA (July 30, 2024) – Walker County will receive $20,000 from a federal grant program administered by the Historic Preservation Division of the Georgia Department of Community Affairs. The funds will be used to begin a phased resurvey of historic resources in Walker County. The first phase will take place in the southeastern portion … Continue reading Walker County Awarded Grant for Historic Resources Survey
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
The following occurred at this meeting: -Report from the Historic Preservation Commission -Resolution to support a grant application for a Historic Resources Survey -Denial of a Resolution to oppose a state proposal to increase truck weight limits -Approval of agreement with the state to host a Tire Amnesty Day -Purchase order for a new patch … Continue reading Board of Commissioners Meeting Audio – 2-23-23
