The Walker County Board of Commissioners recently approved a resolution calling for a referendum on the special purpose local option sales tax, commonly referred to as SPLOST. On November 4th, voters will be requested to renew the SPLOST for a new six-year cycle. The 2026 SPLOST would not begin until the 2020 SPLOST expires on … Continue reading Walker County to Ask Voters to Renew the SPLOST
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
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
The Walker County Board of Commissioners will hold three public hearings in August to provide citizens with a better understanding of a proposed millage rate reduction to offset an inflationary increase evaluation. The hot housing market has enhanced the value of many properties in Walker County, leading to higher appraisals. The Board of Commissioners proposes … Continue reading Walker County to Roll Back Millage Rate, Minimizing Impact of Higher Appraisals on Property Owners
Walker County voters approved a Transportation Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax on November 7, 2017 by an overwhelming margin. On Sunday, April 1st, local businesses will start collecting the additional penny tax to help fund road and bridge projects. The sales tax rate in Walker County will change from 7% to 8% for most … Continue reading TSPLOST Takes Effect Sunday, April 1st in Walker County
