Mayor's Office - Frequently Asked Questions

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Mayor's Office

Frequently Asked Questions

How does one get a fishing permit to the Mayor's Fishing Hole?

Fishing permits can be obtained at the Mayor's Office, located 530 Greene Street, Suite 806. Fishing permits are valid for a two week period of day time fishing only. No boats or firearms are allowed.

How does the Mayor's Business Incentive Grant (BIG) work?

The Mayor's BIG Program allows a new business owner, who is starting a business in the Laney-Walker Development Area, to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,500 of initial start-up cost. Applications can be submitted at the Housing and Economic Development office. For more information call 706.821.1797.

What is the procedure for obtaining a parade or street closing permit?

Submit a letter to the Mayor's office with the events information, such as: location, time, estimated number of attendance, parade route, number of participants, and date. Once the letter is received the mayor will review the letter of application and recommend approval or disapproval to the Sheriff's Office. Upon approval from the mayor's office the Sheriff's office will contact the applicant to finalize the details.

Who do I contact about my trash problems?

All trash related problems should be forwarded to the Landfill Office (706) 592-3200 or the Public Works Department (706.796.5040).

Frequently Requested Numbers:

Mayor's Office - (706) 821-1831
Administrator's Office - (706) 821-2400
Utilities Department - (706) 312-4154
Public Works Department - (706) 796-5040
Tax Commissioner - (706) 821-2391
License/Inspection - (706) 796-5050
Sheriff's Office - (706) 821-1065
Board of Elections - (706) 821-2340