Public Notices may be added, updated, or removed without notice. Contact the County Clerk's office for more information. Moratoriums can be found here.
Planning Commission Meeting Cancelled
The meeting of the Lee County - Leesburg - Smithville Planning Commission and public hearing scheduled for 6:00 pm on Thursday, February 9, 2023 have been cancelled. The next Planning Commission meeting is scheduled for Thursday, March 2, 2023 at 6:00 pm in the Opal Cannon Auditorium of the T. Page Tharp Building located at 102 Starksville Avenue North in Leesburg.
Conservation Practices in Forestry Workshop
The Georgia Association of Conservation Districts (GACD) and the Lower Chattahoochee River Soil and Water Conservation District are partnering to present a free informational workshop for local farmers to discuss how to implement conservation practices in forestry operations.
This workshop will discuss how producers can utilize conservation practices to increase profitability and productivity of forestry operations. A local farmer will also present on their conservation efforts. In addition, information on federal farm bill programs and state programs will be presented. Partnering agencies for this event include Georgia Forestry Commission (GFC), USDA- Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) and the Georgia Soil and Water Conservation Commission (GSWCC).
The event will be held on March 30, 2023 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm at the Sumter County Ag Center located at 127 William Bowen Pointe, Americus, Georgia 31719. Breakfast will be served and will begin at 8:30 am. This is a free event but registration is required online at www.gacd.us/events.
View the Forestry Workshop Press Release & Flyer
2023 Occupational Tax Renewals
2022 business license expired December 31, 2022. The 2023 occupational tax renewal process began in November 2022. If you do not renew your business license before the expiration date, a late fee of $50.00 will be applied on January 17, 2023. A $100.00 late fee will be applied after January 31, 2023. If you no longer have a business in Lee County please call the Business License office at (229) 759-3326 and let us know.
Business License Renewal
The renewal process for 2023 Occupational Tax/Business License will start Tuesday, November 1, 2022. All current business licenses will expire on December 31, 2022. For more information, please view the 2023 Business Renwals Instructions and visit the Business License department page for available applications.
If you do not have internet access, please call (229) 759-3326 to request an application be mailed to you. Thank you for your investment in Lee County!
GDOT Liberty Expressway Press Release
The speed limit will drop and outside shoulders will close on a portion of US 82/State Route (SR) 520/Liberty Expressway as a contractor prepares to begin construction to extend Westover Boulevard into Lee County.
Starting Thursday, Oct. 13, the speed limit will be set at 45 miles per hour on the bypass from Nottingham Way to the flyover in the area where Ledo Road connects with Dawson Road. The right/outside shoulders also will close.
Grading in the area is expected to begin the following week. Drivers can expect to see trucks entering and exiting travel lanes. When complete, construction will provide motorists another way to reach Ledo Road, which should relieve congestion on Nottingham Way. Construction includes Albany's first roundabout near the commercial area of Albany Mall and two new bridges on US 82/state Route (SR) 520/Liberty Expressway. The project is expected to take two years to complete.
View the GDOT Press Release
Lee County Awarded Grant from ACCG
Lee County is one of 20 members to receive the ACCG GHBP Health Promotion & Wellbeing Grant based on its commitment to employee health and demonstrated collaboration with other community groups and organizations engaged in health promotion. The ACCG GHBP Health Promotion & Wellbeing Grants are awarded statewide to the members that undertake health and wellness initiatives to transform their living and working communities into healthier environments. The grants provide assistance in promoting worksite programs designed to enhance the health and wellness of county employees and family members.
Wellness programs have a reliable track record of improving employee health and quality of life while reducing medical claims and improving workplace morale. ACCG offers wellness services to all members through LGRMS, a not-for-profit agency operated jointly with the Georgia Municipal Association.
The Association County Commissioners of Georgia - Group Health Benefit Program is available to all ACCG members. Currently, 52 counties and authorities participate in the health plan, and all are eligible to apply for the Health Promotion & Wellbeing Grants on an annual basis. ACCG is pleased to support Georgia counties in this important endeavor.
Group Health Benefits Program Health Promotion & Wellbeing Grant Notice
Kinetic Fiber Provided by Windstream
A fast, more reliable internet connection with Kinetic Fiber is coming soon to Lee County! Windstream Kinetic Fiber internet will provide more bandwidth for today’s connected home, smoother streaming, faster uploads and downloads, and more speed and reliability. View the flyer below for more information and a preregistration QR code.
View the Windstream Kinetic Fiber Internet Flyer
View the Windstream Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) Flyer
Georgia Rental Assistance Program
The Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA) is a state agency that supports communities (including local government officials, individuals, and families) with job creation and business development, avenues for safe and affordable housing, and community development. The Georgia DCA has received stimulus funds through the federal Emergency Rental Assistance Program and created the Georgia Rental Assistance (GRA) Program.
The Georgia Rental Assistance Program provides financial assistance to eligible tenants, their landlords, and utility providers to cover rent arrears, current and future rent payments, utility payments, and other housing stability expenses. The DCA has created an online portal application for individuals to apply to receive funding or applicants can apply via a paper application. The online portal is www.georgiarentalassistance.ga.gov.
View the Georgia Rental Assistance Notice for more information
Georgia Burn Notification Law Changes
Landowners are no longer required to notify the Georgia Forestry Commission of their intention to burn hand-piled vegetative matter. However, the legal responsibilities of those burning outdoor yard debris will be strengthened. For more information view the notice from the Georgia Forestry Commission or visit the Georgia Forestry Commission's website at gatrees.org.
