City Hall Closed for Thanksgiving

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Last Updated: Thursday, 21 November 2019 16:49

In observance of Thanksgiving, Helen City Hall and the Helen Police Department Administrative Office will close Wednesday, November 27 at 1:00 p.m. and remain closed Thursday and Friday. We will reopen Monday, December 2 at 8:30 a.m. If you need an officer for a non emergency, call 706-878-2722, Option 1. For an emergency, call 911. Any Alcohol License Renewal Applications and payments placed in the drop box over the holiday must be notarized. If your paperwork needs to be notarized, please bring it in to City Hall on Monday. Payments received on Monday will not be considered late. We wish you and your family a safe and happy Thanksgiving.

Georgia EPD Declares Level 1 Drought Response, Calls for Water Conservation

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Last Updated: Friday, 25 October 2019 09:34

Worsening drought conditions throughout most of the state have prompted a Level 1 Drought Response declaration from the Georgia Environmental Protection Division (EPD).  As a result, most of the counties in Georgia must follow the Level 1 Drought Response requirements. This includes White County and the water customers of the City of Helen.

“This Public Notice serves as a reminder for all water customers of the City of Helen to use water wisely,” and to remember the importance of water conservation. In addition, the outdoor water use schedule required under the Water Stewardship Act limits outdoor water use year-round to the hours between 4 p.m. and 10 a.m.  There are several exceptions to this limitation listed at https://epd.georgia.gov/watershed-protection-branch/water-conservation. 

For example, the following activities may be done at any time of day under a Level 1 Drought Response:

• Irrigation of personal food gardens may be done at any time of day;
• Irrigation of new and replanted plant, seed, or turf may be done at any time of day for 30 days after installation;
• Drip irrigation or irrigation using soaker hoses may be done at any time of day; and
• Hand watering with a hose with automatic cutoff or handheld container may be done at any time of day.
• Regularly check for, and repair, leaks inside and outside your business or home.
• Don't leave tap running when shaving, brushing teeth, and face washing.
• Only water your landscape when necessary. Adjust sprinklers so only your lawn is watered, and not the house, sidewalk, or street.

If you have any questions in regards to this Public Notice please do not hesitate to call City of Helen City Hall 706-878-2733.

Police Officer Position

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Category: Police News

Last Updated: Tuesday, 08 October 2019 15:46

Helen Police Department is currently accepting applications for P.O.S.T. Certified, Mandated Patrol Officer.

Candidates must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age, possess a valid Georgia Driver’s License, have a High School Diploma or GED and P.O.S.T certified. Eligible candidates will be required to undergo an oral review board, background investigation, pre-employment drug test, and medical examination.

Applications are available at the Helen Police Department or online at http://www.cityofhelen.org/government/city-departments/police-department.html. The position will be opened until filled. Applications will be accepted at Helen City Hall or Helen Police Department located at 25 Alpenrosen Strasse or mailed to Helen Police Department, Attn: Chief Stephens, P.O. Box 280, Helen, GA 30545.

If you have any questions call (706) 878-2722 option 2 or send an email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..