Clarke County Georgia Public Records
The government of Clarke County, Georgia is composed of a Board of Commissioners, a County Manager, and various departments and offices.
The Board of Commissioners is the governing body of the county and is composed of five members who are elected by the citizens of the county. The Board of Commissioners is responsible for setting the county's budget, levying taxes, and making policy decisions.
The County Manager is appointed by the Board of Commissioners and is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the county.
The various departments and offices of the county government include the Sheriff's Office, the Tax Assessor's Office, the Clerk of Court, the Probate Court, the Public Works Department, the Planning and Zoning Department, and the Parks and Recreation Department.
The county seat of Clarke County is Athens, Georgia. The county has a population of approximately 125,000 people.
Clarke County Courthouse
Clarke County Georgia Court
Address: 325 E Washington St, Athens, GA 30601 Phone: (706) 613-3190
Clarke County Court Jurisdiction
Clarke County Georgia court jurisdiction is located in Athens, Georgia. The court has jurisdiction over civil and criminal cases, including felonies, misdemeanors, and traffic violations. The court is located at 325 E Washington St, Athens, GA 30601.
Clarke County Historical Facts
1. 1801: Clarke County is established as the 24th county in Georgia.
2. 1802: The University of Georgia is founded in Athens, the county seat of Clarke County.
3. 1864: The Battle of Athens takes place in Clarke County during the Civil War.
4. 1868: The first African-American school in Clarke County is established.
5. 1875: The first public library in Clarke County is established.
6. 1885: The first telephone line in Clarke County is established.
7. 1895: The first electric streetcar line in Clarke County is established.
8. 1901: The first automobile in Clarke County is registered.
9. 1920: The first radio station in Clarke County is established.
10. 1945: The Clarke County Courthouse is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.