Automobiles in Georgia as of January 1 are subject to the auto ad-valorem tax, payable at the time the plates are purchased. Sixteen years is the minimum age for holding a Georgia license, although a learner permit may be issued at age 15. It will be collected once each week. Lowndes County Trash Collection County residents are currently being served by an independent trash collection company, GeoWaste, which is located at 1101 Hawkins Road.
Lake Park provides residential garbage pickup two times a week.
Taxes Georgia taxes net individual income on a graduated scale. Employers withhold personal income tax as a payroll deduction. Tax forms must be filed January 1 thru April 15, and are available at the tax office of the local courthouse. City, county, and state real and personal property tax returns are made from January 1 thru April 1 and are based on property owned as of each January 1. Homeowners should inquire about homestead exemption for considerable tax savings.