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County Offices Closed for Labor Day
September 4, 2026
In observance of Labor Day, County offices (including the Solid Waste Convenience Centers and the Solid Waste Transfer Station) will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2026. The Courthouse and
SBA Disaster Recovery Assistance for Business and Private Nonprofits
August 13, 2026
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Harris County Board of Commissioners Proposed Property Tax Increase for 2026
August 4, 2026
The Harris County Board of Commissioners adopted the FY 2026-2027 annual budget on June 16, 2026 after two public budget work sessions, two public hearings, and much thoughtful deliberations. To
GDOT Road Work – Harris SR 85 Pavement Preservation Project
June 29, 2026
Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) contractors will be replacing sealing on SR 85 at Milemarkers 2-9 beginning on Monday, June 29, 2026. Please expect delays, exercise caution, and reduce your
County Approves FY 2026-2027 Budget
June 29, 2026
During the Board of Commissioners Regular Session meeting on June 16, 2026, the Board of Commissioners voted to approve the budget for FY 2026-2027 that begins July 1, 2026. Approved
Independence Day Closures and Solid Waste Pick Up Running on Regular Friday Schedule
June 29, 2026
In observance of Independence Day, County Offices and the Courthouse will be closed on Friday, July 3rd. The Community Center will be open normal hours on Friday, July 3rd and
CodeRED – Be Prepared for Severe Weather
June 3, 2026
Your safety is our priority! Sign up for CodeRED, the emergency notification system that delivers critical information right to your phone or email. Whether it’s severe weather warnings, local emergencies,
Offices Closed on Memorial Day
May 18, 2026
In observance of Memorial Day, our offices and the Solid Waste Transfer Station will be closed on Monday, May 25th. We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, May 26th.
Proposed FY 2026-2027 Budget
May 6, 2026
The proposed FY 2026-27 budget is available for public review. Below is a link to the overall proposed budget. The next budget work session will be held on Tuesday, May