Athens-Clarke County Unified Government

An Associate Judge of Magistrate has been named for Athens-Clarke County. Edward Hunt Brumby, who has practiced law in Athens since 2000, was appointed to the role, effective September 14.

Hemant Desai has been appointed as the new chief information officer and Information Technology Department director for the Athens-Clarke County Unified Government.

Athens-Clarke County officials have released a draft report detailing how more than $1.27 million in federal housing and community development funds were used during the 2025-26 fiscal year.

The Athens-Clarke County Unified Government and the University of Georgia will test their outdoor tornado warning sirens and emergency alert notifications Wednesday morning.

Applications are open for multiple positions in The Athens-Clarke Unified Government, including a position on the Hearings Board and five positions on the Human Relations Commission.

Applications for the Athens-Clarke County Government’s SPLOST affordable housing funds are due this Friday, July 24, 2026.

The Athens-Clarke County government, in collaboration with the Athens Downtown Development Authority, is redesigning College Square with an eye towards pedestrian accessibility, connectivity between businesses, and improved paving and lighting.

Andrew Saunders has been appointed deputy manager in the Athens-Clarke County Manager’s Office. Saunders had been serving as the interim assistant manager since July 2024.

The course guides participants through a variety of local government functions, introduces departments and their services, and educates residents on how to stay involved with ACCGov following the program.

The Athens-Clarke County Unified Government is inviting artists to submit applications to build a large-scale 3D artwork for Tallassee Road roundabout.