The Walker County Board of Commissioners will hold a special called meeting today. It begins at 4 p.m. at Courthouse Annex One on South Duke Street in LaFayette. According to the agenda, commissioners are then expected to enter executive session. No other items are listed. An executive session allows officials to discuss sensitive matters not open to the public. Topics must involve litigation, real estate, or personnel issues. Any final vote must be made in open session. There is no set time for how long the executive session could last. The board’s next regular meeting is scheduled for May 7th at 6:30 p.m.
There were three felony arrests in Walker County on Sunday. 33-year-old Deonte Donrail Marsh was booked on charges of a probation violation, obstruction and manufacturing or selling marijuana. 63-year-old Sam Houston Patton was charged with possession of meth and possession of a schedule II. The complete arrest report can be viewed on our website at DiscoverWalker.com.
Walker County is inviting the public to help shape its future. The first stakeholder meeting to update the county’s Comprehensive Plan is set for Thursday. It runs from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Walker County Civic Center in Rock Spring. Officials say public input is key to guiding growth, development, and services. The planning process also helps the county remain eligible for grants and funding. Attendees will hear presentations and take part in small group discussions on issues like housing, transportation, and economic development. Additional meetings are scheduled for May 28th and June 25th. Everyone is encouraged to attend.
Georgia drivers are getting some relief at the pump this week. According to AAA – the average price for regular gas in Georgia is now 3-dollars-61-cents a gallon. That’s down 10 cents from last week. Prices are also 15 cents lower than a month ago. Analysts say easing oil prices are helping keep costs down for now. The state’s suspended gas tax is also providing relief. At current rates, a 15-gallon fill-up costs about 54 dollars.