The annual audit of governmental and business-type activities of Walker County will be presented to the Walker County Board of Commissioners during their meeting on Thursday, March 14, 2024. The audit covers October 1, 2022 to September 30, 2023. The 112 page document, prepared by Rushton LLC, is now available for community review. Public Safety … Continue reading Fiscal Year 2023 Audit for Walker County Government Now Available
Did you know a little bit of paperwork could save you a lot of money? The deadline for property owners to apply for the Standard Homestead Exemption is April 1st, according to state law. Under the Standard Homestead Exemption, the owner of an occupied home used as a primary residence may be granted a $2,000 … Continue reading Homestead Exemption Application Deadline is Fast Approaching
The Walker County Board of Commissioners will hold three public hearings in August and September to provide citizens with a better understanding of a proposed millage rate reduction to offset the impact of higher property appraisals. Surging home sales have continued to enhance the value of many properties in Walker County, resulting in an average … Continue reading Walker County to Roll Back Millage Rate to Lowest Level Since 2013
LaFayette, GA – For the second year in a row, property owners in Walker County will benefit from a tax decrease. Commissioner Shannon Whitfield will sign a resolution next week to reduce the county government’s portion of the millage rate for residents in both the unincorporated and incorporated sections of the county. The lower rate … Continue reading Walker County Government to Lower Property Taxes
