Habersham County

10/22/2026

🗳️ Understanding PTRLOST: What You Need to Know

Referendum language on the ballot can sometimes be confusing, so we’re breaking down the basics of the Property Tax Reduction Local Option Sales Tax (PTRLOST) to help Habersham County voters make an informed decision.

Take a look at the flyer below for a quick overview of how PTRLOST works and its intended purpose.

📌 Want to learn more? Visit our website for additional information, frequently asked questions and the PTRLOST savings estimator.

🌐 https://www.habershamga.com/ptrlost.cfm

10/22/2026

10/22/2026

BIG NEWS FOR HABERSHAM COUNTY!

Habersham County Emergency Services is getting a major upgrade!

Thanks to a $500,000 federal grant from FEMA and a $100,000 contribution from Georgia Power, our Emergency Services team will be able to purchase 10 new LIFEPAK 35 cardiac monitors to help provide lifesaving care to our community.

These state-of-the-art monitors will replace aging equipment, giving our paramedics access to updated technology to assess and treat patients during critical medical emergencies. They can also transmit important patient information directly to hospital emergency departments, helping medical teams prepare for incoming patients.

Even better, Georgia Power’s contribution will cover the required local grant match and associated grant-writing fees, allowing the county to secure this important equipment without using local taxpayer funds for the match.

We are grateful for this funding partnership and the investment it represents in the health and safety of our residents!

10/22/2026

Check your Voter Registration: https://mvp.sos.ga.gov/s/

Sample Ballots: habershamga.com/sample-ballots.cfm

Early Voting Dates, Times, Locations: https://www.habershamga.com/early-voting.cfm

Apply for an Absentee Ballot: https://securemyabsenteeballot.sos.ga.gov/s

10/21/2026

Check your Registration: https://mvp.sos.ga.gov/s/

Sample Ballots: habershamga.com/sample-ballots.cfm

Early Voting Dates, Times, Locations: https://www.habershamga.com/early-voting.cfm

Apply for an Absentee Ballot: https://securemyabsenteeballot.sos.ga.gov/s

10/21/2026

Read the full article: https://sos.ga.gov/news/georgia-surpasses-one-million-early-votes

10/20/2026

Congratulations to the Habersham County Elections Office on receiving the EAGLE Award (Georgia Election Administration Golden Leader in Excellence) from Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger and his office!

This recognition honors the team’s outstanding work in election security and accuracy, as well as their continued commitment to maintaining a trustworthy and reliable election process.

The Elections Office’s exceptional attention to detail across all aspects of election administration reflects its dedication to serving Habersham County voters with integrity, professionalism and care. Their leadership and commitment to excellence also make a positive impact on election administration throughout their region and across the state of Georgia.

We are proud to see our Elections Office recognized for its hard work and dedication to ensuring safe, secure and accurate elections for our community. Congratulations on this well-deserved honor!

10/20/2026