Planning Commission Public Hearing

Election Summary Report (Official and Complete)

Election Summary Report (Official and Complete)

Tuesday, September 21, 2021 – Called Meeting: The White County Board of Commissioners will hold a Called Meeting on Tuesday, September 21, 2021 at 8:00 a.m. in the Board Room at the Administration Building. The purpose of the Called Meeting will be to consider entering into Executive Session in order to discuss real estate and matters of personnel.

The White County Board of Commissioners is seeking sealed bids for the purchase, replacement, and installation of the following item at the White County Senior Center Building located at 1239 Helen Highway, Cleveland, GA 30528:
•One (1) New Lennox Merit Heat Pump Model # ML17XP1-060 3 phase
•Lennox Air Handler Model # CBA25UH-060
•Lennox ComfortSense 7500 Touchscreen Programmable Thermostat

Wedding bells chime more clearly in the crisp mountain air of White County. When you see the views and natural beauty of North Georgia, it’s no wonder brides far and wide choose White County to celebrate their special day. White County has something for every type of bride.  Options range from the iconic little white church to elegant indoor venues, from rustic outdoor scenes of rolling hills and gorgeous vineyards to breathtaking mountaintop views. White County has the perfect place to fit every style and budget. Saying “I do” in White County brings a little more magic to an already magical day.  

The Abandoned Motor Vehicle process contains strict deadlines which have to be met in order to successfully foreclose on an abandoned motor vehicle. These guidelines can be found in O.C.G.A. 40-11-1 thru 40-11-24 & Georgia Dept. of Revenue - Motor Vehicle Division

Accounting Coordinator

Experience Preferred

Administrative Assistant

Part Time – 24 hours a week - flexible hours between 7:30am - 4:00pm

White County Board of Elections and Registration Announces:

Advanced Voting for the Municipal Runoff Election for all City of Helen residents starting November 27th through December 1st,

Held at Mauney Community Services Center

Voting hours will be 9am to 5pm.

Advanced Voting for the Presidential General Elections starting October 14th through November 1st,

Held at Mauney Community Services Center

Voting hours will be 8am to 5pm.

Voting daily Monday through Saturday for the first and second week, and Monday through Friday for the third week

This form is used for correcting errors in the assignment of title or manufacturer's certificate of origin. This is not for incorrect odometer readings. This form should be completed by seller/transferor of the vehicle.

This form is used when transferring a vehicle regardless of method between two immediate family members (spouse, parent, child, sibling, grandparent, grandchild).

We are working hard to provide you with more information and access to your beautiful county.  Thank you for your patience during this exciting digital construction phase of our county's history.   We are pleased to provide you with greater transparency and a way to connect to your community.

Regulations for Alcohol Licensing in White County can be found in the White County Code, Chapter 6.

Highlights:

Playground - Located near Yonah Preserve Ball Complex.

Nature trail- The trail is ¼ mile. It begins at the entrance of the park and runs along the creek.

Animal Control Officer

Animal Control Services is responsible for the enforcement of Animal Control Codes and Ordinances and the protection of domesticated animals and livestock in our county. The division operates an enforcement section and kennel care section.

We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, the presence of a disability or any other legally protected status.

This form is used to cancel vehicle registration. Registration can be canceled for the following reasons:

• Vehicle is registered in another state
• Vehicle is traded or sold to a dealer
• Vehicle is non-operational
• Vehicle is salvaged or stolen

The White County Board of Commissioners is requesting bids from qualified contractors to perform asphalt paving on three county roads in White County. The work will generally include:
Albert Reid Rd. - Patch
Adair Mill Rd. – Level & Resurface
Kinsey Town Rd. – Patch

Sealed bids marked with bidder's name and address labeled: CP340-274-084-062(2024) must be received by 10:00 AM local time, on Friday, March 15, 2024. late bids will not be considered or returned.

• Original project plan was to construct a concrete box culvert
• Staff examined project challenges and drainage basin
• Aluminum bottomless arch culvert was preferred given the cost savings and limited environmental impact during construction

Contractor: Square Deal Enterprises, Inc.

Schedule: 120 Days from notice to proceed

Budget: $490,000

Project No.: CP340-911-1(2022)

Fire Station No. 2 Parking Lot Rehabilitation including CSRB, Paving, Truck Apron Construction and Building Slab Repair

Deadline for Bids:  Friday, April 22, 2022 AT 10:00 A.M. at the White County Board of Commissioners Office, 1235 Helen Hwy., Cleveland, GA  30528        

Effective March 15, 2023 the Blue Creek Voting Precinct moved to a new location. The Precinct will continue to be known as "Blue Creek" but the Poll Location will move to the Social Hall at The Episcopal Church of the Resurrection. The address of the Blue Creek Polling Location is 1755 Duncan Bridge Rd, Sautee Nacoochee, GA 30571.

The Board of Assessors meets every 2nd Wednesday of each month unless otherwise advertised, at 9 a.m. in Suite 180 of the White County Mauney Building. The board meets to discuss appeals, homestead exemptions, and other taxation status changes.

Chairman Roy Johnson

Board Member Warren Glover

Board Member Adrian Medley

Monday, August 7, 2023: The White County Board of Commissioners will hold a Regular Meeting on Monday, August 7, 2023 at 4:30 p.m. in the Board Room at the Administration Building.

NOTICE OF PROPERTY TAX INCREASE

The White County Board of Commissioners announces the intent to increase 2023 property taxes by 3.86% over the rollback millage rate.

All concerned citizens are invited to the public hearings on this tax increase to be held at the White County Administration Building located at 1235 Helen Hwy Cleveland, GA on the following dates:

Thursday, July 20, 2023 @ 8:30 a.m.

Thursday, July 20, 2023 @ 6:00 p.m.

Monday, July 31, 2023 @ 4:30 p.m.

NOTICE OF PROPERTY TAX INCREASE

The White County Board of Commissioners announces the intent to increase 2023 property taxes by 3.86% over the rollback millage rate.

All concerned citizens are invited to the public hearings on this tax increase to be held at the White County Administration Building located at 1235 Helen Hwy Cleveland, GA on the following dates:

Thursday, July 20, 2023 @ 8:30 a.m.

Thursday, July 20, 2023 @ 6:00 p.m.

Monday, July 31, 2023 @ 4:30 p.m.

Monday, August 1, 2022 - Regular Meeting: The White County Board of Commissioners will hold a Regular Meeting on Monday, August 1, 2022 at 4:30 p.m. in the Board Room at Administration Building.

Thursday, November 16, 2023 – Called Meeting: The White County Board of Commissioners will hold a Called Meeting on Thursday, November 16, 2023 at 9:00 a.m. in the Board Room at the Administration Building. The purpose of the Called Meeting will be to consider outstanding land use applications.

WHITE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

MEETING NOTICE

Tuesday, May 17, 2022 – Called Meeting: The White County Board of Commissioners will hold a Called Meeting on Tuesday, May 17, 2022 at 8:30 a.m. in the Board Room at the Administration Building.

Thursday, December 14, 2023 – Called Meeting: The White County Board of Commissioners will hold a Called Meeting on Thursday, December 14, 2023 at 9:00 a.m. in the Board Room at the Administration Building. The purpose of the Called Meeting will be to consider outstanding land use applications.

Thursday, June 2, 2022 – Called Meeting: The White County Board of Commissioners will hold a Called Meeting on Thursday, June 2, 2022 at 8:30 a.m. in the Board Room at the Administration Building. The purpose of the Called Meeting will be to consider entering into Executive Session in order to discuss personnel and real estate.

Thursday, March 16, 2023 – The White County Board of Commissioners will hold a Called Meeting on Thursday, March 16, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. in the Board Room at the Administration Building.

Tuesday, April 11, 2023 – Called Meeting: The White County Board of Commissioners will hold a Called Meeting on Tuesday, April 11, 2023 at 1:30 p.m. in the Board Room at the Administration Building.  The purpose of the meeting will be to consider entering into Executive Session in order to discuss matters of personnel.

Thursday, September 15, 2022 – Called Meeting: The White County Board of Commissioners will hold a Called Meeting on Thursday, September 15, 2022 at 9:00 a.m. in the Board Room at the Administration Building.

Thursday, February 8, 2024 – Called Meeting: The White County Board of Commissioners will hold a Called Meeting on Thursday, February 8, 2024 at 1:30 p.m. in the Board Room at the Administration Building. The purpose of the Called Meeting will be to consider entering into Executive Session in order to discuss matters of personnel.

The White County Board of Commissioners will hold a Called Meeting on Thursday, February 17, 2022 at 8:30 a.m. in the Board Room at the WhIte County Administration Building.

Tuesday, November 15, 2022 – Called Meeting: The White County Board of Commissioners will hold a Called Meeting on Tuesday, November 15, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. in the Board Room at the Administration Building.

Monday, August 21, 2023 – Called Meeting: The White County Board of Commissioners will hold a Called Meeting on Monday, August 21, 2023 at 9:00 a.m. in the Board Room at the Administration Building. 

Monday, March 21, 2022 – Called Meeting: The White County Board of Commissioners will hold a Called Meeting on Monday, March 21, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. in the Board Room at the Administration Building. The sole purpose for this meeting will be to enter into Executive Session in order to discuss matters of personnel.

Tuesday, September 19, 2023: The White County Board of Commissioners will hold a Called Meeting on Tuesday, September 19, 2023 at 9:00 a.m. in the Board Room at the Administration Building. The purpose of the Called Meeting will be to consider entering into Executive Session in order to discuss matters of personnel.

The White County Board of Commissioners will hold a Called Meeting at 1 pm on Thursday, April 14, 2022 in the Board Room at the White County Administration Building. The purpose of the Called Meeting will be to consider entering into Executive Session in order to discuss matters of personnel.

Monday, April 24, 2023 – Combined Work Session & Called Meeting: The White County Board of Commissioners will hold a combined Work Session & Called Meeting on Monday, April 24, 2023 at 4:30 p.m. in the Board Room at the Administration Building. The deadline for submitting agenda requests for this meeting is Tuesday, April 18, 2023 at noon.

Monday, March 27, 2023: The White County Board of Commissioners will hold a combined Work Session & Regular Meeting on Monday, March 27, 2023 at 4:30 p.m. in the Board Room at the Administration Building. The deadline for submitting agenda requests for this meeting is Tuesday, March 21, 2023 at noon.

Monday, June 26, 2023 – Combined Work Session & Regular Meeting: The White County Board of Commissioners will hold a combined Work Session & Regular Meeting on Monday, June 26, 2023 at 4:30 p.m. in the Board Room at the Administration Building. The deadline for submitting agenda requests for this meeting is Tuesday, June 20, 2023 at Noon.

Monday, August 28, 2023 – Combined Work Session & Regular Meeting: The White County Board of Commissioners will hold a combined Work Session & Regular Meeting on Monday, August 28, 2023 at 4:30 p.m. in the Board Room at the Administration Building. The deadline for submitting agenda requests for this meeting will be Tuesday, August 22, 2023 at 5:00 p.m.

Monday, June 5, 2023 – Combined Work Session & Regular Meeting: The White County Board of Commissioners will have a combined Work Session & Regular Meeting on Monday, June 5, 2023 at 4:00 p.m. in the Board Room at the Administration Building. The deadline for submitting agenda requests for this meeting will be Tuesday, May 30, 2023 at noon.

Monday, April 18 & Tuesday, April 19, 2022 – Budget Work Sessions: The White County Board of Commissioners will hold Work Sessions for Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Budget Planning purposes. These sessions will begin at 8:30 a.m. on both dates in the Board Room at the Administration Building.

Monday, April 15, 2024 –FY 2025 Budget Work Session: The White County Board of Commissioners will hold a Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Work Session on Monday, April 15, 2024 at 8:30 a.m. in the Board Room at the Administration Building.

Monday, April 17, 2023 and Tuesday, April 18, 2023 – Budget Work Sessions: The White County Board of Commissioners will hold Work Sessions for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budget Planning purposes. These sessions will begin at 8:30 a.m. on both dates in the Board Room at the Administration Building.

White County Board of Commissioners

Notice of Public Hearing & Called Meeting

Monday, December 6, 2021 – Regular Meeting: The White County Board of Commissioners will hold a Regular Meeting on Monday, December 6, 2021 at 4:15 p.m. in the Board Room at the White County Administration Building.

Monday, November 6, 2023 – Regular Meeting: The White County Board of Commissioners will hold a Regular Meeting on Monday, November 6, 2023 at 4:30 p.m. in the Board Room at the Administration Building.

Monday, February 6, 2023 – Regular Meeting: The White County Board of Commissioners will hold a Regular Meeting on Monday, February 6, 2023 at 4:30 p.m. in the Board Room at the Administration Building.

Monday, May 1, 2023  - Regular Meeting: The White County Board of Commissioners will hold a Regular Meeting on Monday, May 1, 2023 at 4:30 p.m. in the Board Room at the Administration Building.

Monday, March 4, 2024 – Regular Meeting: The White County Board of Commissioners will hold a Regular Meeting on Monday, March 4, 2024 at 4:30 p.m. in the Board Room at the Administration Building.

Monday, May 6, 2024 – Regular Meeting: The White County Board of Commissioners will hold a Regular Meeting on Monday, May 6, 2024 at 4:30 p.m. in the Board Room at the Administration Building.

The White County Board of Commissioners will hold a Regular Meeting on Monday, March 7, 2022 at 4:30 p.m. in the Board Room at the Administration Building - 1235 Helen Hwy Cleveland, GA 30528. 

Monday, October 2, 2023 – The White County Board of Commissioners will hold a Regular Meeting on Monday, October 2, 2023 at 4:30 p.m. in the Board Room at the Administration Building.

WHITE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

MEETING NOTICE

The White County Board of Commissioners will hold a Called Meeting on Tuesday, August 23, 2022 at 4:30 p.m. in the Board Room at the Administration Building. The purpose of this meeting will be to set the 2022 millage rate.

Monday, October 30, 2023 - Work Session & Called Meeting: The White County Board of Commissioners will hold a Work Session & Called Meeting on Monday, October 30, 2023 at 4:30 p.m. in the Board Room at the Administration Building. The deadline for submitting agenda requests for this meeting will be Tuesday, October 24, 2023 at noon.

Monday, April 25, 2022 – Work Session: The White County Board of Commissioners will hold a Work Session on Monday, April 25, 2022 at 4:30 p.m. in the Board Room at the Administration Building. The deadline for submitting agenda requests for this meeting is Tuesday, April 19, 2022.

Monday, January 30, 2023 – Work Session & Called Meeting: The White County Board of Commissioners will hold a combined Work Session & Called Meeting on Monday, January 30, 2023 at 4:30 p.m. in the Board Room at the Administration Building. The deadline for submitting agenda requests for this meeting is Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at noon.

Monday, January 29, 2024 – Work Session & Called Meeting: The White County Board of Commissioners will hold a Work Session & Called Meeting on Monday, January 29, 2024 at 4:30 p.m. in the Board Room at the Administration Building. The deadline for submitting agenda requests for this meeting will be Tuesday, January 23, 2024.

Monday, March 25, 2024 –Work Session & Called Meeting: The White County Board of Commissioners will hold a Work Session & Called Meeting on Monday, March 25, 2024 at 4:30 p.m. in the Board Room at the Administration Building. The deadline for submitting agenda requests for this meeting will be Tuesday, March 19, 2024.

Monday, April 29, 2024 – Work Session & Called Meeting: The White County Board of Commissioners will hold a Work Session and Called Meeting on Monday, April 29, 2024 at 4:30 p.m. in the Board Room at the Administration Building. The deadline for submitting agenda requests is Monday, April 22, 2024.

Monday, November 28, 2022 – Work Session & Called Meeting: The White County Board of Commissioners will hold a Work Session & Called Meeting on Monday, November 28, 2022 at 4:30 p.m. in the Board Room at the Administration Building. The deadline for submitting agenda requests is Monday, November 21, 2022.

Monday, September 25, 2023 –Work Session & Called Meeting: The White County Board of Commissioners will hold a combined Work Session & Called Meeting on Monday, September 25, 2023 at 4:30 p.m. in the Board Room at the Administration Building. The deadline for submitting agenda requests for this meeting will be Tuesday, September 19, 2023 at 5:00 p.m.

The White County Board of Commissioners will hold a Called Meeting on Tuesday, August 24, 2021 at 4:30 p.m. in the Board Room at the White County Administration Building. The purpose of the Called Meeting will be to consider approval of the employment contract for Joey Cason for the position of County Manager.

The White County Board of Commissioners will hold a Called Meeting on Thursday, August 5, 2021 at 8:00 a.m. in the Board Room at the White County Administration Building. The purpose of the Called Meeting will be to consider entering into Executive Session in order to discuss matters of personnel.

The White County Board of Commissioners will be having a Called Meeting on Tuesday, February 14, 2023 at 9:00 a.m. in the Board Room at the Administration Building

The White County Board of Commissioners will be holding their Regular Meeting on Monday, February 5, 2024 at 4:30 p.m. in the Board Room at the Administration Building. 

White County Board of Commissioners

Monday, October 4, 2021 – Regular Meeting: The White County Board of Commissioners will hold a Regular Meeting on Monday, October 4, 2021 at 4:30 p.m. in the Board Room at the Administration Building.

Monday, October 24, 2022 – Work Session & Called Meeting: The White County Board of Commissioners will hold a Work Session & Called Meeting on Monday, October 24, 2022 at 4:30 p.m. in the Board Room at the Administration Building. The deadline for submitting agenda requests is Tuesday, October 18, 2022.

Monday, February 7, 2022 – Regular Meeting: The White County Board of Commissioners will hold a Regular Meeting on Monday, February 7, 2022 at 4:30 p.m. in the Board Room at the White County Administration Building.

Pictured Left to Right in the above photo: _____, Louise Nix, _____, Lorie Crumley, _____.

The Board of Elections and Registration assists with department-related decision making on elections, events and other important items with regards to elections and registration.

WHITE COUNTY BOARD OF ELECTIONS AND REGISTRATION

CALLED MEETING

MAUNEY BUILDING, BOARD OF ELECTIONS MEETING ROOM

MONDAY, AUGUST 8, 2022 AT 9:00 A.M.

The White County Board of Voter Registrations & Elections will hold their regular monthly meeting on Monday, February 6, 2023 at 9 a.m. in the Voter Registrations & Elections Office, 1241 Helen Hwy, Suite 210A, Cleveland, GA, Georgia 30528.

The purpose of the meeting will be for discussion and consideration of the items as outlined on the agenda and such other business as may properly come before the Board. All interested persons are encouraged to attend.

The White County Board of Voter Registrations & Elections will hold their regular monthly meeting on Monday, April 3, 2023 at 9 a.m. in the Voter Registrations & Elections Office, 1241 Helen Hwy, Suite 210A, Cleveland, GA, Georgia 30528.

The purpose of the meeting will be for discussion and consideration of the items as outlined on the agenda and such other business as may properly come before the Board. All interested persons are encouraged to attend.

The White County Board of Voter Registrations & Elections will hold their regular monthly meeting on Monday, January 8, 2023 at 9 a.m. in the Conference Room of the Community and Economic Development, 1241 Helen Hwy, Suite 200, Cleveland, GA, Georgia 30528.

The purpose of the meeting will be for discussion and consideration of the items as outlined on the agenda and such other business as may properly come before the Board. All interested persons are encouraged to attend.

The White County Board of Voter Registrations & Elections will hold their regular monthly meeting on Monday, August 7, 2023 at 9 a.m. in the Conference Room of the Community and Economic Development, 1241 Helen Hwy, Suite 200, Cleveland, GA, Georgia 30528.

The purpose of the meeting will be for discussion and consideration of the items as outlined on the agenda and such other business as may properly come before the Board. All interested persons are encouraged to attend.

The White County Board of Voter Registrations & Elections will hold their regular monthly meeting on Monday, October 2, 2023 at 9 a.m. in the Conference Room of the Community and Economic Development, 1241 Helen Hwy, Suite 200, Cleveland, GA, Georgia 30528.

The purpose of the meeting will be for discussion and consideration of the items as outlined on the agenda and such other business as may properly come before the Board. All interested persons are encouraged to attend.

The White County Board of Voter Registrations & Elections will hold their regular monthly meeting on Monday, December 4, 2023 at 9 a.m. in the Conference Room of the Community and Economic Development, 1241 Helen Hwy, Suite 200, Cleveland, GA, Georgia 30528.

The purpose of the meeting will be for discussion and consideration of the items as outlined on the agenda and such other business as may properly come before the Board. All interested persons are encouraged to attend.

The White County Board of Voter Registrations & Elections will hold their regular monthly meeting in the Voter Registrations & Elections Office, 1241 Helen Hwy, Suite 210A Cleveland, GA 30528.

The purpose of the meeting will be for discussion and consideration of the items as outlined on the agenda and such other business as may properly come before the Board. All interested persons are encouraged to attend.

The White County Board of Voter Registrations & Elections will hold their regular monthly meeting on Monday, December 5, 2022 at 9 a.m. in the Voter Registrations & Elections Office, 1241 Helen Hwy, Suite 210A, Cleveland, GA, Georgia 30528.

The purpose of the meeting will be for discussion and consideration of the items as outlined on the agenda and such other business as may properly come before the Board. All interested persons are encouraged to attend.

Board of Elections Regular meeting held at 9:00am in the Elections and Voter Registration office.  

White County Board of Elections will be hosting the second public hearing to discuss combining the Robertstown and Helen Precincts and Polling Places.  The public hearing will take place on February 24, 2022 at 5:00pm in the Board of Commissioners Meeting Room, located at 1235 Helen Highway Cleveland Georgia.  A quorum will be in attendance.

We are working hard to provide you with more information and access to your beautiful county.  Thank you for your patience during this exciting digital construction phase of our county's history.   We are pleased to provide you with greater transparency and a way to connect to your community.

The White County Board of Commissioners will be accepting applications for appointment to the Board of Elections & Registration until Friday, July 2, 2021 at 5:00 p.m.

This will be to fulfill the remainder of a four-year term to expire December 31, 2024.

White County's fiscal year runs from July 1st to June 30th each year.  The County maintains budgetary control to ensure compliance with the annual appropriated budget approved by the White County Board of Commissioners and State law.  

The White County Building Department is responsible for ensuring the public safety through the enforcement of federal, state, and local codes that govern construction. The department's staff reviews plans, issues building permits, and performs in field inspections to ensure building code compliance.

White County Building Department will be implementing a new permit software that will allow us to keep license and contact information on file within the permitting software.

The mission of the White County, Georgia, "Buildings and Grounds Maintenance Department" is to provide safe, clean, and user-friendly facilities to the employees, citizens, and visitors that come in daily for work and services. We work diligently to keep our county facilities upgraded with the latest cost-effective and efficient products and materials.
  

This Business Tax Office administers Occupational Tax Certifications for the unincorporated area of White County.

Regulations for Occupational Tax Certification (Business License) can be found in the White County Code Chapter 66, Article V.

The Business Tax Office administers Occupational Tax Certificates (Business License), Short-Term Rental Registrations, STR Host License, Collection of Lodging Tax, and Alcohol Licensing.

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The White County Board of Commissioners is requesting sealed proposals from qualified contractors to provide insulation services on the following four White County facilities.

• FIRE STATION 4
1650 Westmoreland Rd
Cleveland, GA 30528
• FIRE STATION 5
380 Shoal Creek Church Rd
Cleveland, GA 30528
• FIRE STATION 6
6449 US 129
Cleveland, GA 30528
• FIRE STATION 7
4149 HWY 356
Sautee-Nacoochee, GA 30571

Circular Area Profile for White County, Georgia. This map contains information about the populations of White County and the surrounding area.
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This division is responsible for filing and maintaining all claims filed regarding a juvenile, who is a person under the age of 17.

Most juvenile cases are filed by DFACS or Law Enforcement Officers. Private individuals may file complaints as well, and may pick the complaint form up at the local law enforcement office, Department of Juvenile Justice, or the Clerk’s Office.

This division is responsible for recording and maintaining the land records and other miscellaneous records for White County. This office also collects the Transfer and Intangible taxes for the Georgia Department of Revenue and other agencies. All records are open for public inspection except for military discharges, juvenile records and adoptions.

Recording fees are as follows:

Proposed area and distance for the Cleveland By-Pass.
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We are working hard to provide you with more information and access to your beautiful county.  Thank you for your patience during this exciting digital construction phase of our county's history.   We are pleased to provide you with greater transparency and a way to connect to your community.

Code Compliance Officer

The Georgia Power comprehensive search tool allows you to search for available properties and create community demographic reports.

Georgia Power Site Selection Map

Georgia Power promotes available sites (land) and industrial and office buildings. To ensure that Georgia Power has the most accurate and reliable data, Georgia Power utilizes two subscriptions, CoStar and REsimplifi.

This map contains boundary line information on the 4 districts in White County along with the appropriate county commissioner. Major highways and cities are marked for reference.
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The following requirements need to be understood by all candidates for this position classification.  Please answer the following questions and acknowledge below.

The White County Community and Economic Development Department is a multifaceted and diverse entity charged with promoting the growth and expansion of White County. To meet that goal, the Community and Economic Development Department oversees the following functions:

A comprehensive plan functions as a standard to measure and evaluating all significant future development proposals. The plan is intended to provide the essential background and perspective for decision-making in respect to zoning, land subdivisions, public investments, and capital improvement programs. The comprehensive plan also provides guidance to businessmen, investors and developers regarding the development policies and the future direction and intensity of growth. The current White County Comprehensive Plan can be found below.

The White County Board of Commissioners is requesting sealed proposals from qualified contractors to provide ergonomic workstations for the E911 Center. A total of 6(six) workstations are requested.

Deadline for proposals is May 31, 2024 at 3:00pm.

Proposals received after the deadline will not be opend and/or reviewed.

1235 Helen Hwy, Cleveland, GA 30528

The White County Convenience and Recycling Center accepts bagged household garbage (33 gallon bag max).

One through six bags - $5.00
For each bag over 6, add $0.50

We are so excited that you have decided to help up make this cook off great. Please let us know what you'll be bringing!

The White County Coroner's Office is charged with autopsy and investigation of deaths where office jurisdiction is applicable. The coroner's office is responsible for recording, identification, and storage of the deceased during applicable cases. This office may also work with local and state law enforcement officials  during investigations. 

This page has been created as a way for the citizens of White County to give recognition to employees that have delivered exceptional service or are deserving of recognition. Please feel free to let us know how a County employee served you by filling out the Employee Recognition Form.

Employee Recognition Form

The White County Board of Commissioners is currently accepting applications for the position of County Manager. This position is responsible for the supervision of County Departments, the day-to-day executive role, and reports to the five-member County Board of Commissioners. This position is responsible for overseeing a county budget of $27+ million with $21+ million allocated to the general fund.

County Offices will be closed:
· Monday, February 19, 2024 – In observance of President’s Day

This document contains information on White County roads, private roads, city roads, state roads, U.S. highways, and Forest Service roads.The roads are displayed along with their appropriate construction type.
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The following link will take you to a document created to assist you in understanding this Court's jurisdiction and procedures involving small claims and criminal warrants. Magistrate courts do have other civil remedies available, other than small claim suits, but is limited in its jurisdiction, meaning some issues may only be addressed by the Superior or Probate Courts of White County.

Know the facts before starting a business or making the transition into White County. For more information, please visit the U.S. Census Bureau's Website here.

Georgia Code defines Deposit Account Fraud, also called Bad Checks, as follows: A person commits the offense of deposit account fraud when such person makes, draws, utters, executes, or delivers an instrument for the payment of money on any bank or other depository in exchange for a present consideration or wages, knowing that it will not be honored by the drawee.

DETENTION OFFICER

Full Time Position

Hourly - $17.80 per hour

The White County Sheriff’s Office will be accepting applications for a DETENTION OFFICER.  Applications and job descriptions will be available during office hours  (8:00 am – 5:00 pm) MONDAY thru FRIDAY at the White County Sheriff’s Office 1210 Hulsey Road, Cleveland, GA  30528   706.865.6370 and on our website- whitecountysheriffsoffice.com. 

This form is used to apply for a disabled parking permit or license plate. It includes sections that must be completed by a doctor.

We are working hard to provide you with more information and access to your beautiful county.  Thank you for your patience during this exciting digital construction phase of our county's history.   We are pleased to provide you with greater transparency and a way to connect to your community.

White County will be accepting applications for the position of Division Chief for Fire Services within the Office of Public Safety. Application and complete job description are available at the White County Board of Commissioners Office 1235 Helen Hwy Cleveland, GA or at www.whitecountyga.gov. 

We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, the presence of a disability or any other legally protected status.

Early voting from 8:00am-5:00pm

Allen Mauney Building

1241 Helen Highway, Suite 210-A

Cleveland, Georgia 30528

Advanced Voting for the Presidential General Elections starting October 14th through November 1st,

Held at Mauney Community Services Center

Voting hours will be 8am to 5pm.

Voting daily Monday through Saturday for the first and second week, and Monday through Friday for the third week

Advanced Voting for the Presidential General Elections starting October 14th through November 1st,

Held at Mauney Community Services Center

Voting hours will be 8am to 5pm.

Voting daily Monday through Saturday for the first and second week, and Monday through Friday for the third week

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The Economic Development Department is working to develop and apply new ideas, techniques, and technologies to generate and improve productivity levels, fiscal sustainability, business development, job growth, and quality of life within White County.

The Mission of the White County Board of Elections and Registration is to conduct reliable elections and accurately maintain voter registration records for citizens.

• Educate and inform the public on Election and Voter Registration related issues

• Conduct free, fair, impartial, and transparent elections

Logic and Accuracy Testing on the voting equipment to be used in the March 12, 2024 Presidential Preference Primary (PPP) Election is scheduled to begin on Monday, February 12, 2024 and will continue day to day, including weekend days, if needed, until complete. Testing of the election equipment is set to begin no earlier than 9:00 a.m. daily and will not continue past 5:00 p.m.

Logic and Accuracy Testing on the voting equipment to be used in the March 12, 2024 Presidential Preference Primary (PPP) Election is scheduled to begin on Monday, February 12, 2024 and will continue day to day, including weekend days, if needed, until complete. Testing of the election equipment is set to begin no earlier than 9:00 a.m. daily and will not continue past 5:00 p.m.

Elections Supervisor

White County is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Elections Supervisor. This position is responsible for supervising county elections and voter registration processes.  Applications and job description are available at the White County Administration Office, 1235 Helen Hwy, Cleveland, GA  30528 or at www.whitecountyga.gov.  

Elections Technician

Elections & Registration Department

White County contracts with Northeast Georgia Health System, to provide Advanced Life Support (ALS) ambulance services. The division is led by the Chief of EMS under the Director of EMS within NEGA Medical Center.  The Office of Public Safety is the liasion between the county and the contract services of NGHS.  

Below is a list of services offered by the Environmental Health Department. For call for more information on Appointments or Service Fees.

Following a tax sale, an overage of funds, known as ‘excess funds,’ may be claimed by the record owner of the property at the time of the tax sale, by the record owner of each security deed affecting the property, and by any other party having any recorded equity interest or claim in such property at the time of the tax sale. Excess funds are subject to priority claim. A claim may be filed at any time after the sale until the funds are awarded. These funds are held by the Tax Commissioner's Office and can be claimed by making a written request.

Below is breakdown of our most frequently asked questions. If you still need assistance after reading through the list below, please contact our office. Our goal is to assist the citizens of White County.

If you are unable to personally appear to file a small claim suit or dispossessory suit in our County, we are proud to offer you a convenient means to file these type suits online using TurboCourt.com. To go directly to White County's page and find out more how to take advantage of this service, please click on the following link: White County E-File

The White County Board of Commissioners is requesting sealed proposals from qualified vendors for one (1) fire apparatus - Type 1 Engine/Pumper.

Sealed proposals must be submitted to the White County Board of Commissioners no later than 2:00pm on January 4, 2022.

The White County Board of Commissioners is requesting bids from qualified contractors to reconstruct approximately 2,885 SY of parking lot surface. The project will include constructing two concrete aprons, Cement Stabilized Reclaimed Base Construction (CSRB), grading, drainage, asphalt overlay, and paint markings.

The White County Board of Commissioners is requesting sealed bids for the renovations of White County Fire Station 4 and White County Fire Station 6.

Sealed bids will be received by the White County Board of Commissioners, Finance Department, until 5:00pm EST, on Friday, November 3, 2023.

The White County Board of Commissioners is requesting sealed bids for a 2 1/2 ton HVAC system at the White County Fire Station 6 located at 6449 US-129, Cleveland, GA 30528.

Sealed bids will be received by the White County Board of Commissioners, Finance Department, until 5:00pm EST, on Friday, November 3, 2023.

**THIS BID HAS BEEN AWARDED TO A&A ELECTRIC**

The Probate Court of White County issues firearms licenses to all qualified persons who are residents of White County, Georgia. The firearms license authorizes a person to carry a handgun on or about his or her person, openly or in certain concealed positions. These include in a shoulder or waist belt holster, hip grip, or similar device, handbag, purse, attaché case, briefcase or other closed container.

Full-Time Firefighter

White County is currently accepting applications for the position of Full-Time Firefighter. Application and complete job description are available at the White County Board of Commissioners Office 1235 Helen Hwy Cleveland, GA or at www.whitecountyga.gov. This position is open until filled.

We are here to help!  If you need assistance with any form or document, please contact Administrative Assistant, Debbie Leggitt, at dleggitt@whitecounty.net or by giving us a call at 706-865-5275.

Microsoft Word garnishment documents are available below.  Garnishment documents in PDF format can be accessed at the Council of Magistrate Court Judges website: https://georgiamagistratecouncil.com/forms/

Draped against the background of the Blue Ridge Mountains, White County features the best of community living and the greater outdoors. Rolling hills, open fields, roaring rivers, are just a few of the features White County holds in store for its citizens. Besides the raw beauty of nature, White County also features two historic cities each with their own unique style and splendor.

Groundwater Recharge Areas for White County, Georgia.
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Mitigation is commonly defined as sustained actions taken to reduce or eliminate long-term risk to people and property from hazards and their effects. Hazard mitigation focuses attention and resources on community policies and actions that will produce successive benefits over time. A mitigation plan states the aspirations and specific courses of action that a community intends to follow to reduce vulnerability and exposure to future hazard events.

Vehicles weighing over 55,000 pounds that see use on public highways must complete a 2290 form before registering. The White County Tax Commissioner's Office can only accept 2290 forms in the following formats:

• Complete legible copy signed and stamped by the IRS
• Printed copy if submitted electronically*

*Electronic 2290 forms will contain watermarks with an accompanying date printed diagonally on the form.

If your child’s disability makes it hard for him/her to participate in recreational sports

If your child needs social skills-building practice

If your child needs a way to get a little exercise in a non-judgmental environment

If your child needs a safe, friendly environment to learn basic sports skills with caring, experienced coaches and volunteers who understand the special needs of children with mobility issues, learning disabilities, autism or other needs...Consider registering him/her for our HEROES LEAGUE!

We are working hard to provide you with more information and access to your beautiful county.  Thank you for your patience during this exciting digital construction phase of our county's history.   We are pleased to provide you with greater transparency and a way to connect to your community.

White County is pleased to list the below documents for your review.  You will find summary and detailed benefit information as well as guidelines referenced in our Personnel Management System.

The White County Board of Commissioners is seeking sealed bids for the purchase, replacement, and installation of one(1) New American Standard NAXMMX60A182AA 5-Ton Mini-Split Heat Pump and new wire to meet electrical code requirements for said unit.

Bids are due no later than 2:00 pm on Friday, February 24, 2023.

The White Co Board of Commissioners is requesting sealed bids for the installation of concrete batting cages with artificial turf at the Yonah Preserve Sports Complex located at 327 Asbestos Road, Cleveland, GA  30528.

Bids were rejected due to high pricing submissions.

The State of Georgia requires proof of insurance when registering and renewing a vehicle/tag. The state of Georgia requires all insurance companies to submit insurance policies and proof of insurance electronically to the Georgia Electronic Insurance Compliance System (GEICS). Physical insurance cards are no longer an acceptable form of proof of insurance when renewing or registering a title.

The White County Jail's primary responsibility is the housing safety and security of inmates and staff. The Jail is a 176 bed facility that handles approximately 1800 inmates annually. Programs offered include Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous, Education and Religious Services.

Inmates are utilized for maintenance and cleaning of the facility.

We are working hard to provide you with more information and access to your beautiful county.  Thank you for your patience during this exciting digital construction phase of our county's history.   We are pleased to provide you with greater transparency and a way to connect to your community.

White County Sheriff’s Office K9 Henzo has received donation of body armor

White County Sheriff’s Office K9 Henzo has received a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc.  K9 Henzo’s vest was sponsored by National Police Association of Indianapolis, IN and embroidered with the sentiment “Gifted by NationalPolice.org”.

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Call the Planning Department at 706-865-6768 before undertaking land disturbance activities.

Any project where the land disturbance is greater than 1 acre or within 200 feet of state waters, requires an erosion control plan that is drawn by a state licensed engineer.

Any land disturbance project that is less than 1 acre or zoned Agricultural and not within 200 feet of state waters will have to sign an exemption form.

In order to file a dispossessory action certain conditions must be met:

White County Parks & Recreation

Lead Park Assistant - Part Time Position

Library Assistant II 

A section of Post Rd. from Tom Teague Rd. to Old Hwy. 75 South had Full Depth Reclamation, Leveling and Overlay repairs were done between 07/06/21 and 08/02/21.  We have shoulder building and final striping to complete on this job.

Below are forms for the various types of claims that can be filed in the White County Magistrate Court. The forms are broken up into 5 subsections. If you cannot find a specific form, please contact the civil division of our office.

* Links included on this page may direct you to a website maintained by an outside source, and are posted on our website in order to provide you with an alternative to additional information which you may find helpful. The content of these websites should not be substituted for professional legal advise.

If you have a maintenance request, please fill out the following information below.

The White County GIS Team provide mapping information and services for various county departments. The data collected by the staff include:

• Water and Sewer Lines
• Watersheds and Tables
• County Roads
• Property Lines
• Topographical Information

This information is displayed below in the following maps. To request a printed copy of a map, please call the White County GIS Department at 706-865-3911  (Maps are wall sized 36"x48" physical copies are $25.00)

The Probate Court of White County issues marriage licenses and maintains those records. We also issue certified and plain copies of marriage licenses and applications for all marriages that were applied for in White County.

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• Chamber of Commerce
• Organizations

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• Sautee Nacoochee
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Excel document with historical millage rates for White County. To view, please click on the attachment link under Supporting Documents below.

The White County Tax Commissioner's Office works with the Department of Revenue to ensure proper registration of motor vehicles and their associated taxes. The Tax Commissioner's Office handles various topics such as:

• Title Ad Valorem Taxation
• Tag Renewals
• License Plates
• Vehicle Registration

This list is not exhaustive and only includes a small amount of the duties the Tax Commissioner oversees. For more information on the motor vehicle responsibilities of the Tax Commissioner, please visit the appropriate link on the sidebar menu.

The Mountain Protection Map contains information about an area's Mountain Protection Status and degree of slopes
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