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UGA (see: University of Georgia)

Unemployment – 706-583-2550

GA Department of Labor

Unification

The former City of Athens and Clarke County governments were officially unified into one governing body on January 14, 1991 as a result of a voter referendum in August of 1990.

United States Government Information – 800-333-4636 (800-FED-INFO)

www.info.gov / www.usa.gov

University of Georgia – 706-542-3000 (Directory Assistance)

www.uga.edu

Utilities

Private companies provide natural gas, electricity, and phone service to Athens-Clarke County. For problems or complaints with these regulated utilities, contact the Georgia Public Service Commission in Atlanta (800-282-5813). Water and wastewater services are provided to most of the county by the ACC Public Utilities Department (see also: Public Utilities).

Utilities Protection Services – 800-282-7411

This service will help citizens determine if areas on their property are safe locations for digging.

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Vehicle Registration (see: License Plates / Motor Vehicle Registration)

Vending

• Door-to-Door (see: Door-to-Door Sales)

• Downtown – 706-613-3530

Downtown street vendors must be permitted by the ACC Central Services Department and display an identification badge. Only select areas in downtown are available for vending.

• Private Property – 706-613-3050

Vendors on commercial private property, such as a parking lot, must be permitted by the ACC Finance Department.

Veterans' Service, Georgia Department of - 706-369-5630 or 706-369-5631

The mission of the Georgia Department of Veterans' Service is to serve the some 700,000-plus veterans living in Georgia, their dependents and survivors, in all matters pertaining to veterans' benefits.

Victim Assistance Program

• Solicitor-General (State Court) – 706-613-3222

Handles misdemeanor crimes and serves as advocates for victims.

• District Attorney (Superior Court) – 706-613-3740

Handles felony crimes and serves as an advocate for victims. Notification of court dates, hearings, and explanation of legal terms is provided by this office.

Victim Information and Notification Everyday (VINE) – 706-613-3270

The VINE automated system through the ACC Sheriff’s Office allows victims of crimes to check on the status of offenders and also receive notification when an arrested offender is transferred or released.

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) – 706-546-1154 / 706-613-3358

300 Henderson Extension, Hancock Community Development Corporation

A program of the Weed and Seed initiative (see also: Weed and Seed).

Volunteering (ACC Leisure Services) – 706-613-3625

Volunteer opportunities exist throughout the ACC Leisure Services Department’s four divisions: arts, athletics, natural resources and recreation. Examples of opportunities include trail guides, coaching, after school program helpers, animal caretakers, and Morton Theatre and Athens Creative Theatre ushers. Listings are available at www.athensaccleisureservices.com.

Volunteering (Community) (see: Hands on Northeast Georgia)

Voter Registration / Voting – 706-613-3150

The ACC Board of Elections and Voter Registration office registers citizens to vote over the age of 17 1/2 years old. At 18 years of age, the Board issues a card and citizens are officially eligible to vote. A Social Security number, date of birth, proof of residency in the state of Georgia, and a signature are required. Voter ID cards can be made at the Board of Elections office (see also: Absentee Ballots; Advance Voting; Board of Elections).