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A | B | C | D | E | F | G | HIJK | L | M | NO | PQ | R | S | T | UV | W | XYZ F Family and Children Services, Division of – 706-227-7000 284 North Avenue The Division of Family and Children Services (DFCS) is under the GA Department of Human Resources and responsible for Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), food stamp benefits, Medicaid, and social services to assist low-income families or families in crisis. (see also: Medicaid) Family Connection / Communities in Schools – 706-369-9732 This partnership has been designated the planning body for services for children and families in Athens-Clarke County and brings together more than 100 partners to address their needs. The goals are to improve child health, child development, school performance, family functioning, and family economic capacity. Family, Definition of Single dwelling units in Athens-Clarke County cannot have more than a certain number of unrelated individuals residing in them. The number depends upon the zoning classification for the property. For zoning information about a property, contact the ACC Planning Department (706-613-3515). To report violations, contact the ACC Community Protection Division (706-613-3790) (see also: selected ordinances on page 10). Family Protection Center 2795 Lexington Road The Family Protection Center provides a single location/facility for collaborative services between multiple agencies such as the GA Division of Family and Children Services (DFCS), the Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE), Project Safe, the ACC Police Department, the Sexual Assault Center of NE GA, and the District Attorney that work with child abuse, sexual assault, and domestic violence cases (see also: individual entries). FBI (see: Federal Bureau of Investigations) Federal Building (see: Robert G. Stephens Federal Building) Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) – 706-549-6477 (Athens) Robert G. Stephens Federal Building, 355 Hancock Avenue, Room 336 The Athens Resident Agency is part of the Atlanta Division. Federal Court (US District Court) – 706-227-1094 US Post Office and Federal Courthouse, 115 East Hancock Avenue, 2nd Floor Athens is part of Middle District of Georgia, which has its main office in Macon (478-752-3506). Federal Government Information (see: United States Government Information) Federation of Neighborhood and Community Associations The Federation studies and informs neighborhood groups and citizens about local issues affecting them. Felony Drug Court (see: Drug Courts) Finance Department – 706-613-3040 www.athensclarkecounty.com/finance Satula Building, 375 Satula Avenue The ACC Finance Department directs financial operations and budget management activities of Athens-Clarke County Government. The divisions are Accounting, Financial Services, Management and Budget, and Purchasing (see also: Budget; Purchasing). Fingerprinting The ACC Police Department (706-613-3330), UGA Police Department (706-542-5813), and ACC Sheriff’s Office (706-613-3250) offer fingerprinting services for a fee to citizens applying for jobs. Fire and Emergency Services Department – 706-613-3360 www.athensclarkecounty.com/fire The ACC Fire and Emergency Services Department is a progressive and responsive department dedicated to the preservation of life and property through prevention, education, mitigation, preparation, response, and recovery programs (see also: Fire Marshal).
Fire Marshal – 706-613-3363 The ACC Fire Department’s Fire Marshal manages the Fire Prevention Bureau by supervising fire inspections/investigations; promoting fire safety through code enforcement; reviewing and approving building construction plans; issuing permits; and directing fire safety education programs. Firearms Permit – 706-613-3320 Probate Court issues firearms permits to Athens-Clarke County residents 21 years or older who want to carry a firearm on their person or in their vehicle (concealed carry). Background checks and fingerprinting are required for each applicant. Fees are required by both the Probate Court and the Sheriff’s Office. Fire Reports – 706-613-3360 Available at the ACC Fire Department Administrative Offices (700 College Avenue) for a fee. Fires (see: Burning) Fishing / Hunting Licenses – 888-748-6887 The Georgia Department of Natural Resources administers hunting and fishing licenses and regulations. Licenses are available from some local sporting goods retailers, as well as online. Fleet Management – 706-613-3447 225 Newton Bridge Road The Fleet Management Division of the ACC Transportation and Public Works Department is responsible for maintenance of Athens-Clarke County vehicles. Flu Shots – 706-542-8600 GA Health Department Main Office, 345 North Harris Street Flu shots are administered to the public by the GA Health Department. Flu shots may also be available through private retailers and physicians. Shot administration may be restricted by age and/or health conditions. Food Banks • Athens Area Emergency Food Bank, 640 Barber Street – 706-353-8182 • Food Bank of Northeast Georgia, Inc., 861 Newton Bridge Road – 706-354-8191 • Food Bank Referral - 706-613-1142 Food Education (see: Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program) Food Stamps (see: Family and Children Services, Division of) Foreclosure Auctions Foreclosure auctions are conducted by private banks and/or attorneys on the first Tuesday of every month at 10:00 a.m. on the steps of the Athens-Clarke County Courthouse. Announcements are placed in the legal organ newspaper prior to the auctions (see also: Foreclosures; Tax Sale Auctions). Foreclosures – 706-613-3195 ACC Clerk of Superior and State Courts records documents that pertain to foreclosures, but no information is provided over the phone. Contact a lawyer for information or with questions. A fee is charged for each copy of documents (see also: Foreclosure Auctions). Forestry Commission (see: Georgia Forestry Commission; Burn Permits) Forestry Coordinator, Community (see: Community Forestry Coordinator) 4-H (see: Cooperative Extension Service) Freeport Exemption – 706-613-3140 Freeport exemptions in Athens-Clarke County allow 100% of the inventory of qualified manufacturers under certain conditions to be exempt from taxation. Future Land Use Map/Plan – 706-613-3515 The Future Land Use Map is prepared as part of the Land Use element of the Comprehensive Plan. It graphically displays the geographic arrangement of desired land uses for the entire county to a defined date in the future. Athens-Clarke County’s map uses a 20-year planning period and is applicable through the year 2020. The Future Land Use Plan is intended to serve as a reference document for evaluating land use decisions (see also: Comprehensive Plan; Development Standards; Zoning Code). A | B | C | D | E | F | G | HIJK | L | M | NO | PQ | R | S | T | UV | W | XYZ |