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Waterfalls
Hiking Trails
Horseback Riding
Rafting
Scenic Railway
Brasstown Bald- Highest Point in GA
Southern Tree Plantation
Alpine Village of Helen
Vogel State park
Lake Nottely
Tail of The Dragon

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Union County Facts
Union County, the 88th county formed in Georgia, was created in 1832 from the Cherokee Indian territory. Union County was not named for its support of the North in the Civil War. The county received its name from a then emerging political party called the "Union Party" that was in existence 28 years before the Civil War started.

The county seat of Union County is Blairsville, which is the only incorporated community in the county. Blairsville was named for Captain James Blair, a negotiater with the Indians.

The county is rich in Indian lore. Of particular note was a battle between Creek and Cherokee Indians near Blairsville, the site of which was given the name of Slaughter Gap.

The area increasingly has become a recreational destination since the Tennessee Valley Authority created Nottely Lake on the Nottely River; and the development of Vogel State Park, a popular vacation facility.

Much of Union County lies within the Chattahoochee National Forest and, thus, is under Federal ownership.

Georgia's highest point, Brasstown Bald at 4,784 feet, is in Union County. An observation platform offers a spectacular view of the surrounding Smoky Mountains.

The festivals in the county include the Sorghum Festival in October and the Indian Summer Festival.

Information provided by Union County Chamber of Commerce
Population:
Union County: 19,000 (2002) estimate)
Blairsville: 670

County Information:
Union County Acreage, 204,736 (97,843 acres within Chattahoochee National Forest).
Lake Nottely - 4,180 acre body of water (Managed by the Tennessee Valley Authority).
Shoreline on Lake Nottely is 106 miles.

Housing:
Union County had 10,001 housing units in 2000, with a home ownership rate of 82.3%,
well above the state average of 67.5%. In 2000, 401 housing units were authorized by
building permits. The county averages close to 500 new units a year.

Elevations:
County Elevation Range: 1,600-4,784 feet - Blairsville Elevation: 1,900 feet

Demographics (Averages):
High Temperature - July:84F; Low Temperature - January:25F; Annual Rainfall - 65 inches;
Annual Snowfall - 3 inches.

Employment and Industry:

• Union County lists 50 manufacturing firms employing, 1,028, the largest being Aviagen,
  a poultry breeder, employing 156.
• Tourism has an annual economic impact of $37 million, supporting 23 businesses and
  541 jobs (fiscal year 2001).
• The largest non-manufacturing employers in the Union County area are: Union County Schools,
  300; United Community Banks Inc., 290; Global Employment Solutions, Inc., 168; Brasstown
  Valley Resort, 150; Union County Government, 150; Home Depot, 150;
  Union General Hospital, 145; Blue Ridge Mountain EMC, 145.

Unemployment:
Union County's unemployment rate in March was 3.2%, compared to 4.6% for the state, tying
Union County for 17th lowest in Georgia.

Education:
The Union County Public School System operates five schools and is the fiscal agent for the
Union County Head Start Program and Pre-Kindergarten Program.
Personnel:
400 certified and classified; 70% of the 210 certified staff hold advanced degrees; 26% have
Master's Degrees; 37% have Educational Specialist Degrees and 1% have Doctorate Degrees.
Facilities:
A new middle school building was completed in 1992 and a new $11 million High School opened in
2002. Woody Gap school was renovated in 2000.
Accreditation:
All Union County schools are accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and
by the Georgia Accrediting Commission.
More information:
Please call the Union County Board of Education at (706) 745-2322 or

Worth Noting:
Last year's county-wide third-grade class finished first in the state in the Stanford Achievement Test
(reading and math), which compares student scores in third, fifth and eight grades to students
nationwide. Union County's children finished in a tie with third graders from Fayette County.

Higher Education:
North Georgia Technical College, Blairsville,; Young Harris College (9 miles from Blairsville);
North Georgia College and State University, Dahlonega (30 miles); Brenau University,
Gainesville (55 miles); Gainesville College (55 miles)

Hospital Information:
Union General Hospital (UGH), one of the top-rated rural hospitals in the state, and was named
Georgia Rural Hospital of the Year in 2001 and Small Hospital of the Year in 2000. Among the
wide range of services offered: chronic dialysis clinic, 147-bed nursing home, and a new cancer
treatment center.
More Information:
Union General Hospital (706) 745-2111 or www.uniongeneralhospital.com; Union County Nursing
Home (706) 745-4948- the Nursing home is included in the Union County General Hospital website;
Cancer Treatment Center (706) 835-3030; and the Union County Dialysis Center (706) 835-1925.

Utilities and Other Services
Electricity Blue Ridge Mountain EMC P.O. Box 9, Young Harris, GA 30582 (706) 379-3121		Telephone & Cable TV Alltel (Customer Service) - 811 231 Highway 515 Blairsville, GA 30512 Outside Service Area (800) 251-6412
Water City of Blairsville (7060 745-2000 Notla Water Authority (706) 745-4598 Coosa Water Authority (706) 745-6773	LP Gas Available through several private companies
Sewage Provided by city within city limits and by septic tanks in the county	Trash Service Transfer and Recycle Station located on Deep South Farm Road. For hours of operation and for more information call (706) 439-6102. Private companies are available for trash pick-up for a monthly fee.
Permits Union County Building Permit Office (Located in the U.C. Health Department) 55 Hughes Street, Suite B Blairsville, GA 30512 (706) 439-6039 Burn Permits (GA. Forestry) (706) 745-2186	Airport Blairsville Municipal Airport 2223 Airport Road Blairsville, GA (706) 745-4307 An airport expansion will increase the 3,800 foot runway to 5,500 feet.
Public Transportation Union County Transportation Service 41 Hospital St., Blairsville, GA 30512 For hours of Operation and Pick-Up Call: (706) 439-6050	Government Union County Commissioner 114 Courthouse St. Box 1 Blairsville, GA 30512 (706) 439-6000 Blairsville Mayor City Hall P.O. Box 307 Blairsville, GA 30512 (706) 745-2000
Tax Information
Sales Tax State: 4% Local: 3% (includes 1% SPLOST) Union County has a 1% special purpose local option sales tax (SPLOST). The money from this tax is used for the county jail, roads, streets and bridge improvements.		Property Tax 40% times Fair Market Value; equals assessed value times millage equals property taxes. Real and personal property taxes are levied byt he city, county and state. Rates set at the local level except state tax, which is fixed by Georgia law at $.25 for each $1,000 of assessed value.
Union County Taxes Payable at the Union County Courthouse. For more information, call (706) 745-2000.	City of Blairsville Taxes Payable at the Blairsville City Hall. For more information, call (706) 745-2000.
State Income Taxes Rates range from 1%-6% of taxable income. Income and deductions generally follow Federal regulations. For more information, call the Tax Commissioner's office (706) 745-6018.

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Local Resources

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Take a look at some of the great things Blairsville and Union County have to offer. These resources are designed to help you move and get settled, and to acquaint you with the area after your move.

Golf Courses
	Owen Glen - Owen Glen is the culmination of ideas planned and created by a group of developers raised in the North Georgia Mountains. With over 200 years of experience between them they have built and designed this unique 325 acre community to showcase their beloved Union county. The rich history of Scottish Irish settlers in this pristine valley is showcased both in the name of the development and the activities planned.
	Brasstown Valley Resort - Offering mountain elegance for all ages, moderate climate for heavenly outdoor escapes in the surrounding forests of the Blue Ridge Mountains
	Butternut Creek Golf Course - Surrounded by the majestic beauty of the North Georgia Mountains and featuring 6,536 yards of dramatic fairways
Schools
	School Information - free school profiles
	State dept. of education - school reports, statistics, demographics....
Chamber Of Commerce
	Cherokee County NC Chamber - This is an official web site for Cherokee County North Carolina.
	Clay County NC Chamber - Clay County, with its blue mountains, whisper quiet streams and ancient trails will take you back in time when the Cherokee roamed the area
	Fannin County Chamber - Surround yourself with the beauty, relaxation and natural fun that are uniquely Georgia’s Blue Ridge Experience.
	Towns County Chamber - In the northeast corner of Georgia, approximately two hours north of Atlanta
	Union County Chamber - Welcome to Union County located on the northeast border of Georgia
Mortgage
	Mortgage 101 - Mortgage information, interest rates, mortgage calculators, quick-and-easy pre-qualification forms, and much more.
Relocation Links
	Blairsville Real Estate - Yahoo! Real Estate offers a wealth of to help with every aspect of your move
	Moving Center - Moving Estimates, Truck Rental, Moving Supplies and Storage
	National Weather - find weather info anywhere in the US
	Official City Websites - find area info websites across the world!
	US State Departments of Education - see the list of all 50 states
	USPS' Movers Guide - help for planning and executing your move
Telephone
	Alltel -
	Verizon Wireless -
Electricity
	Blue Ridge Mountain Electric -
Area Information
	Community Information - free community profiles
	Local Information - research local area info, stats, and events
	Meeks Park - Meeks Park is one of the most beautiful parks in the North Georgia Mountains.
	Poteete Creek Campground - This fifty-nine (59) site campground is located 13 miles north of Blairsville, Georgia on beautiful Lake Nottely.
Local Weather
	Local Weather - forecasts, weather patterns, radars....
Banking Institutions
	Bank of Hiawassee -
	Seasons Bank - Thank you for visiting Seasons Bank Online. We invite you to learn more about our bank and products.
	United Community Bank - United Community Bank is built upon the reputation of providing outstanding customer service in the most convenient and professional, friendly and caring manner possible.
Maps
	Mapquest - maps, driving directions, road trip planner....
Colleges
	Young Harris College - Founded in 1886, Young Harris College is a private, United Methodist-affiliated residential two-year liberal arts college
Tax Information
	First-time homeowners -
	Homeowner deductions information -
	How to report moving expenses -
	Selling your home -