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Bartow County Government Welcome to the official page of Bartow County Government. Bartow County is located approximately 45 miles north of Atlanta. Please enjoy!

Its natural beauty, historical treasures and abundance of opportunities provide the perfect place to live, work, relax and play. Bartow County, established in 1832 as "Cass County" to honor General Lewis Cass of Michigan, renamed when that general supported abolitionists during the Civil War and so proved an embarrassment to the Confederate populace. In 1861, residents decided to recognize instead General Francis S. Bartow who led victorious Southern forces at the First Battle of Manassas. When yet another general, William Tecumsah Sherman, destroyed Cassville, the first county seat, residents selected a point a few miles south on the railroad, Cartersville, as the new county seat. Today, Bartow County has a population of 120,000 and a land area of 470 square miles. Within our border we provide services to our residents ranging from Animal Control to Transportation and more in-between. We hope that this page can provide information to citizens and non-citizens alike.

Road Closure – Cass Pine Log RoadPlease note that the Cass Pine Log Road closure, at the railroad underpass near Pine Lo...
10/22/2026

Road Closure – Cass Pine Log Road

Please note that the Cass Pine Log Road closure, at the railroad underpass near Pine Log Church, has been rescheduled to Wednesday, October 28, through Friday, October 30, at 5:00 PM.

During this time, traffic will be detoured via State Route 140. Please see the attached traffic control plan for the detour route.

Please plan accordingly and allow extra travel time. We appreciate your patience as this work is completed.

10/19/2026

Is becoming a Master Gardener Extension Volunteer for you?   The purpose of the Georgia Master Gardener® program is to assist UGA Extension by training Master Gardener Volunteers to provide current horticultural information through community service and educational gardening projects using applied...

10/19/2026

Don't miss our dinner on October 23rd!

Check the mail! Your sample ballots should be arriving soon💛
10/16/2026

Check the mail! Your sample ballots should be arriving soon💛

Splashville's take on this spooky season! Visit Bartow County Parks and Recreation this weekend 🖤💜
10/16/2026

Splashville's take on this spooky season! Visit Bartow County Parks and Recreation this weekend 🖤💜

10/16/2026

Welcome to the first installment of Commissioner’s Corner!

In this video, Commissioner Steve Taylor shares his background and deep connections to Bartow County.

We invite our citizens to submit questions for future episodes by commenting below or emailing us at [email protected].

We look forward to hearing from you

10/16- NO LONGER ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS (Stockroom Clerk) Want to work in Bartow County?We have it all! From full to par...
10/14/2026

10/16- NO LONGER ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS (Stockroom Clerk)

Want to work in Bartow County?

We have it all! From full to part time options, you can have a stable, meaningful careers where your work directly supports the community. Join a team that values service, professionalism, and making a real impact close to home. It’s more than just a job it’s a chance to build a career and earn excellent benefits.

To view the full applications and instructions for submitting your resume, visit:

https://www.bartowcountyga.gov/departments/human_resources/job_listings.php

And...
If the opportunities we have don't match what you're looking for try Bartow Careers because it was "built to serve Bartow County, Georgia citizens seeking Bartow careers – Because Life’s Too Short for Long Commutes!"

Need a Ride? Learn about Bartow County Transit. Easy, affordable, and accessible. At Bartow County Transit...- All vehic...
10/14/2026

Need a Ride?

Learn about Bartow County Transit. Easy, affordable, and accessible.

At Bartow County Transit...
- All vehicles are ADA-accessible, and 7 of 13 vehicles have wheelchair lifts
- Drivers are CPR/PASS certified and trained in defensive driving.
- Trips cost just $1 (one-way) locally, with special rates for longer trips

Find out more about our wonderful Transit Department here: https://www.bartowcountyga.gov/departments/transit/index.php

Please visit our website to find further information and learn how to schedule a ride!

10/13/2026

Important Road Closure

Overnight Road Closure – US 41/ Over SR 293 & CSX (Double Bridge Replacement)

Please be advised that GDOT, along with contractor C.W. Matthews, will implement temporary overnight closures of SR 293 beneath the US 41 bridge near LakePoint Sports in Emerson, from October 12-16, 2026, between 6:00 PM and 6:00 AM.

The closures are necessary to allow for demolition work on the existing northbound US 41 bridge as part of the US 41 Double Bridge Replacement Project. Detours will be in place, and law enforcement will be present to assist with traffic control.

Please plan accordingly and allow extra travel time. We appreciate your patience as this work is completed.

Reminder! Advance voting begins tomorrow!
10/12/2026

Reminder!

Advance voting begins tomorrow!

Address

135 W. Cherokee Avenue
Cartersville, GA
30120

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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+17703875030

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