The Coweta 441 Podcast

Back by popular demand, we are thrilled to have another episode of our “A Day in the Life” segment featuring two of our frontline employees from the Coweta County Tax Commissioner’s Office – Alex Myers, Assistant Tax Manager and Tara Ortiz, Tax/Tag Agent. The Tax Commissioner's Office handles property tax collection, vehicle registration, issuing decals and keeping accurate records for the Co...

Back by popular demand! Host Michael Fouts is joined by two employees from Coweta County's Geographic Information Systems Department, or more commonly known as GIS - Clint Richmond, GIS Director and Taylor Gianuzzi, GIS Technician. GIS plays a pivotal behind‑the‑scenes role in our community by bringing together mapping and data management. The software helps create, organize, analyze, and vis...

Host Michael Fouts is joined by Mark Whitlock, CEO of the Central Educational Center (CEC) , to spotlight the CEC.  The CEC is a college and career academy in Coweta County that recently celebrated its 25th Anniversary. It is a unique "joint venture" among businesses and industries, the Coweta County School System and the West Georgia Technical College. Their mission is to "ensure c...

Did you know that the Coweta County Environmental Management Division (part of Public Works) offers several waste management services to help residents properly dispose of trash and recycling? Host Michael Fouts is joined by Fleet/Environmental Management Director Matt Lovett to learn more about all those offerings pertaining to trash and recycling. Learn about the County's C&D Landfill ,...

For our latest episode, Host Michael Fouts is joined with Michael Smith who serves as the Training Chairperson of the Coweta County Special Olympics Board, along with Parks & Recreation Director Jim Gay and Assistant Director Kevin Carlisle.  The Special Olympics is a global organization that serves athletes, both children and adults, with intellectual disabilities. They work with hundreds of...

Coweta County's Public Works: Road Maintenance Division plays a pivotal role in the infrastructure of Coweta County. The team is responsible for maintaining County roadways, bridges, drainage structures, and vegetation along all County maintained roads. They also utilize employee led crews and inmate labor.  For this "A Day in the Life" episode, Host Michael Fouts is joined by Raymo...

Did you know that HB 581 created the opportunity for voters to approve a one percent sales tax (FLOST - or Floating Local Option Sales Tax) to reduce property taxes? This will be on the November 4, 2025 ballot. Join us for Episode 22 as Host & Coweta County Administrator Michael Fouts talks about all things FLOST with City of Newnan Manager Cleatus Phillips.  If approved by Coweta voters, FLOS...

Did you know that the Coweta County Development Authority promotes economic prosperity by attracting new businesses and supporting the expansion of existing companies?  Host Michael Fouts sits down with Sarah Jacobs, President of the Development Authority, to learn about what the authority is, what they are/ are not responsible for, success stories, tax abatements, why businesses want to invest an...

Take a deep dive into all things related to the Coweta County Government budget. During this episode, Assistant Administrator Kelly Mickle joins us to talk about all things related to budget and finance.  Learn about how much it costs to operate Coweta County, how the budget is funded, how the budget and millage rate work together, and more.  To learn about current and past approved budgets, pleas...

Welcome to another segment of 'A Day in the Life' featuring 911 Communication Officers Kyle Green and Shari Gardner.  Our 911 communication officers are the first to answer the call in case of emergency. They listen to citizens going through some of their highest and lowest moments all while making sure law enforcement and first responders are getting to a location as promptly as possibl...

Coweta County is in the process of updating its Comprehensive Plan, something required every five (5) years. This plan, sometimes called "land use planning," is an important document that seeks to establish the community's strategic vision for the next 20 years.  For this episode, Ben Sewell and Teresa Crow from the Community Development team join us to share more about the Comprehe...

Join us as we deep dive into all things related to the Coweta County Tax Commissioner's Office .  The Tax Commissioner's Office is responsible for collecting property taxes. However, don't let that confuse you - they are NOT responsible for setting the millage rate or taxes. In addition to property taxes, this office also oversees motor vehicle tag renewals .  Tax Commissioner Justi...

Want to learn more about Coweta County Animal Services and our community's favorite four-legged friends? Shelter Coordinator Rebecca Bradley and Corrections Sergeant Mibrika McQueen join Host Michael Fouts to deep dive into all things Animal Services. Tune in for this special episode. The Animal Services Division manages the Coweta County Animal Shelter for homeless animals. This facility not...

During this episode, Host Michael Fouts sits down with The Coweta 441 Producer Cathy Wickey, who also serves as the Communications Manager for Coweta County. Michael and Cathy take a look back at 2024 and give listeners a glimpse of what to expect in 2025 in terms of County happenings and episodes to come.  Do you have a topic you'd like to learn more about? Email podcast@coweta.ga.us or send...

The Probate Court of Coweta County handles a variety of matters, including guardianships of minors and incapacitated adults, cases involving decedent’s estates, and mental health evaluations and/or treatment, as well as other miscellaneous types of cases such as birth certificate amendments, boundary line disputes, and certain cases concerning trusts. Additionally, applications for marriage and we...

Are you curious what a day in the life is like at the Coweta County Sheriff’s Office? Get behind-the-scenes with Deputy James Konger and Deputy Courtney Moore during this “A Day in the Life” segment.  To learn more about the Sheriff’s Office, visit here .  Thank you to all this team does to serve our community and keep us safe. 

The Coweta County Library System is not your grandmother's library! The four branch library system plays an instrumental role in serving our community. It has more than 1 million items in their collection and electronic resources online. It also offers a variety of fun and informative programs and classes. Citizens can also visit art exhibits and pick up free museums and park passes and more...

It's officially July 1, so you've probably received your annual Tax Assessment Notice in the mail. You may have some outstanding questions, so we’re joined by Chief Tax Appraiser Dean Henson and Deputy Chief Appraiser Angie Pough so you can learn more.  Check out helpful links below to learn more about the Tax Assessors Office . Appeals Exemptions Record & Property Search

We are excited to introduce a new segment called, “A Day in the Life” where we get behind-the-scenes with frontline staff across Coweta County departments.  For the first segment, get to know Firefighter Matt Williams and Paramedic Shelbi East from Coweta County Fire Rescue.  We hope you enjoy.

Tune in to learn more about Coweta County's Parks & Recreation from Director Jim Gay and Division Director Brent Snodgrass.   The entire Parks & Recreation team does a lot to improve the quality of life for our citizens.   This team is responsible for:  Athletics Community Centers, the Fairgrounds and more Filming in Coweta   Parks & Facilities Senior Services   And don't for...

Tune in for this episode to learn more about Coweta County's 911/EMA Department from Director Michael Terrell. Did you know Coweta County's 911 Center is the centralized public safety answering point for all 9-1-1 calls within Coweta County? In addition, Coweta County has its own Emergency Management Agency (EMA) which helps prepare our community in case of disasters and emergencies. If...

Get behind-the-scenes with Warden Larry Clifton of the Corrections Division. Warden Clifton has been with Coweta County for almost 25 years. He oversees the Coweta County Prison & Work Release Program , along with Animal Services .   Warden Clifton began his career with the Corrections Division as an Officer in October 1999, working his way up the ranks and serving in various positions within...

Tune in for a special episode featuring Associate Administrator Eddie Whitlock as he looks back on Coweta County and shares memories from his 35-year career. 

Did you know Coweta County Fire Rescue responds to an average of 65 calls per day? Our Fire Rescue Department has more than 200 men and women who serve our community, whether it be fighting fires, providing EMS services, keeping our apparatuses safe, ensuring that businesses are meeting or exceeding fire codes and providing mental health services through Coweta Cares ... and the list goes on. To k...

Learn more about our Public Works department, specifically all things roads and transportation , during episode 4 of The Coweta 441 Podcast. Did you know Coweta County maintains 441 square miles of roads? That's what inspired the name of this podcast.  What about the cost to repair a road or the price of equipment? Or what about Public Works' partnership with the Corrections Division? Sp...