News

October 23 is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

Released October 19, 2021 11:36 AM

Saturday, October 23 is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, an event designed to draw attention to the importance of properly disposing of unused prescription medications...

Household Hazardous Waste & Paint Collection Offered for Alpharetta Residents

Released October 18, 2021 08:25 AM

City of Alpharetta residents have an opportunity to have their household hazardous waste and paint either recycled or properly disposed of ...

Do Not Put Leaves And Debris Into Storm Drains

Released October 11, 2021 03:29 PM

Every year we are left with the same question, “What to do with all those leaves?”

Special Needs Engagement Meeting News Graphic

Alpharetta Seeks Input from Special Needs Community

Released October 11, 2021 09:27 AM

The City of Alpharetta is hosting a Special Needs Community Engagement Meeting.

Alpharetta Election 2021 News Item Graphic

Key Decisions To Be Made As Early Voting Begins October 12

Released October 04, 2021 02:36 PM

Early voting in the 2021 General Election begins October 12, and Alpharetta voters will head to the polls to cast their votes on several important ballot items.

Northbound Henderson Parkway Closed For Up To Three Weeks

Released October 04, 2021 10:45 AM

The northbound lanes of Henderson Parkway will remain closed to all vehicular traffic between its two intersections with Henderson Place Drive for the next two to three weeks.

McGinnis Ferry Road Greenway Connection Opens

Released October 01, 2021 04:28 PM

The City of Alpharetta has completed a temporary trail to connect users of the Alpharetta Big Creek Greenway to connect to the Forsyth County segment of the trail along McGinnis Ferry Road.

Republic - Trash Service Standard News Item Graphic

Glass Recycling Collection Services Delayed

Released September 20, 2021 11:35 AM

Due to staffing issues related to COVID-19, curbside collection of glass recyclables is currently running one to two weeks behind schedule.

Covered Arena at Union Hill Park Closed for Renovations

Released September 10, 2021 08:48 AM

The City of Alpharetta will close the current roller hockey rink and surrounding area at Union Hill Park on Monday, September 20.

Alpharetta’s Scarecrow Application Is Open

Released August 24, 2021 02:54 PM

Each fall downtown Alpharetta is alive with creative scarecrows designed and decorated by the community.

Field Set For Alpharetta City Council Races

Released August 18, 2021 06:13 PM

In total, eight candidates will be vying for three seats that will be on the November 2021 ballot.

Pedestrian Scramble Launch - News Graphic

Pedestrian Scramble Goes Live In Downtown August 18

Released August 13, 2021 01:41 PM

Alpharetta will take the final steps towards implementing its new “pedestrian scramble” crosswalk next week in Downtown Alpharetta.

Wills Park Pool Announces Adjusted Schedule For Remainder Of Summer Season

Released August 06, 2021 11:23 AM

Like many employers, The City of Alpharetta is facing staffing challenges that are impacting current operations.

Alpharetta’s Food Truck Alley Keeps Rolling Into Fall With Added Dates

Released August 05, 2021 03:20 PM

The City of Alpharetta is excited to announce the extension of Food Truck Alley this fall!

Providence Sidewalk Contract Awarded

Released July 23, 2021 02:23 PM

The City of has awarded a contract for construction of the final piece final piece needed to have a continuous sidewalk along the west side of Providence Road from the city limits to Mayfield Road.

Loss Of Large Oak Tree In Downtown

Released July 23, 2021 01:36 PM

A large Water Oak along South Main Street near the Town Green will be removed because it has been weakend by decay and poses a postential danger to the public and adjacent property.

2022 Millage Rate Proposal

Released July 15, 2021 04:09 PM

The budget up for consideration by the Alpharetta City Council proposes to leave the millage rate at its current 5.750 level through the 2021 tax year/2022 fiscal year.

8th Annual Wire & Wood Music Festival Set For October 8-9

Released July 15, 2021 12:38 PM

The Wire & Wood Music Festival returns to downtown Alpharetta for its eighth year on Friday and Saturday, October 8 - 9

North Point Streetscape News Item Graphic

Contract Awarded For North Point Parkway Design

Released July 02, 2021 04:24 PM

Under the contract Columbia Design Services will design a “typical section” for the roadway that will accommodate future traffic and focus on serving transit, pedestrian, and bicycle users.

While we encourage anyone wanting to enjoy fireworks to take advantage of the July 4th events at Wills Park or Avalon, we also know that some of you will choose to use your own consumer fireworks, instead. For those who do (and their neighbors), we want to share a few reminders.