Development Authority of White County

Created in 1975, the Development Authority's purpose is to promote and further the development of trade, commerce, industry, and employment opportunities in White County.

The Development Authority meets quarterly on the second Tuesday of the month. Meeting agendas and minutes, once approved, can be found at the link below.

Meeting Agendas & Minutes

Meetings are held in the Board Room at the Board of Commissioner's Building, located at 1235 Helen Highway, Cleveland, GA, 30528.

CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS

Chairman	Michael Yarbrough	Term ends June 30th, 2026
Vice Chairman	Michael Meuse	Term ends June 30th, 2024
Secretary	John Ziemer	Term ends June 30th, 2026
Board Member	Donald Allison	Term ends June 30th, 2027
Board Member	Ridley Kinsey	Term ends June 30th, 2026
Board Member	Joseph Whelchel	Term ends June 30th, 2027
Board Member	Virginia Roberts	Term ends June 30th, 2024

Additional Rescources

Economic Development

The Economic Development Department is working to develop and apply new ideas, techniques, and technologies to generate and improve productivity levels, fiscal sustainability, business development, job growth, and quality of life within White County.

MANUFACTURING SECTOR WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT

Georgia Mountains Works Manufacturing Sector

The Manufacturing Sector website is now live! It’s a one-stop shop for all your manufacturing needs! Local manufacturing employers can post available jobs, teachers can direct students to the site for information regarding training programs and employment, and Work-Based Learning Instructors can even access employability skills videos and lesson plans to assist students in developing a career in manufacturing. Take a moment and check out how Sector Strategies works to the benefit of our local communities! Click "Read More" to visit the website.

White County Chamber of Commerce

https://www.whitecountychamber.org/

Alpine Helen/White County Convention & Visitor's Bureau

https://helenga.org/

2022 White County Strategic Plan (41 MB)

Development Authority of White County

CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS

Supporting Documents

Contact Information