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Georgia Law And Fireworks: A July 4th Reminder

Released July 01, 2022 11:14 AM

Georgia Law stipulates that the use of consumer fireworks is legal until 11:59 PM statewide around certain holidays, including on July 3 and 4.

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Expect Travel Delays On Area Roads Saturday, June 25

Released June 24, 2022 04:44 PM

An event drawing hundreds of cyclists is expected to create delays on area roads on the morning of Saturday, June 25th.

The North Fulton Master Gardeners Announce Fall Gardening Lecture Series

Released June 24, 2022 10:59 AM

The North Fulton Master Gardeners in collaboration with the UGA Extension in Fulton County are continuing to provide horticultural education to the North Fulton community...

Alpharetta Public Safety Piloting Police Smart Card Technology

Released June 07, 2022 04:05 PM

The Alpharetta Department of Public Safety is the first agency in the United States to make use of this technology.

Free Rain Barrel Workshop

Released June 06, 2022 01:01 PM

Alpharetta residents can take advantage of a free rain barrel workshop on June 25th

Volunteers Sought For Bicycle Camp For Individuals With Disabilities

Released May 20, 2022 01:02 PM

Volunteers are wanted for iCan Bike, a five day mini-camp designed to teach individuals with disabilities to ride a conventional, two-wheeled bicycle.

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Residents Reminded To Be Aware Of Coyotes In Alpharetta

Released May 19, 2022 01:13 PM

Spring has arrived, and that means Alpharetta residents are more likely to see coyotes near wooded areas and even in neighborhoods and backyards.

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Waste / Recycling Rate Increase Reflected In This Month’s Bill

Released May 18, 2022 09:19 AM

After absorbing costs from a rate increase from our contracted vendor for the past year, the City of Alpharetta will begin passing the cost on to its residential waste...

Sole Finalist Announced For Next City Administrator

Released May 17, 2022 12:51 PM

Alpharetta 2023 Millage Rate Proposal

Released May 12, 2022 11:38 AM

The budget up for consideration by the Alpharetta City Council proposes to leave the millage rate at its current 5.750 level through the 2022 tax year/2023 fiscal year.

Marta Expanding On-Demand Shuttle Service To Alpharetta

Released May 10, 2022 01:51 PM

The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) has announced plans to expand its MARTA Reach rideshare service to include Alpharetta beginning May 30.

Construction To Begin On New Crosswalks

Released May 05, 2022 02:36 PM

In action taken during their May 2 meeting, the Alpharetta City Council approved a $602,200 contract for construction of three mid-block crosswalks...

Residents Encouraged To Report Illicit Stormwater Discharges

Released April 29, 2022 02:47 PM

The City of Alpharetta is reminding residents and businesses that stormwater drains are for water only...

Several Streets To Close May 12 For Taste Of Alpharetta

Released April 28, 2022 01:38 PM

Motorists who travel through Downtown Alpharetta are being warned to plan on taking different routes on Thursday, May 12

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Bollards Installed To Improve Safety By School Entrance

Released April 07, 2022 02:11 PM

To address safety concerns along Webb Bridge Road and with the full support of school leadership, the City of Alpharetta has installed a line of bollards near the entrance to Webb Bridge Middle School. The measure has been taken to prevent vehicles from parking on the side of the road during school drop-off and pickup periods.

Online Survey Seeks Citizen Input For Alpharetta Ag Plan

Released April 04, 2022 12:45 PM

The City of Alpharetta is asking all residents to complete a brief online survey that will help guide the development of the first Alpharetta Community Agriculture Plan.

Honeybee Swarm Season Is Underway

Released April 04, 2022 12:04 PM

The first thing to know is that there is no need for fear or concern, as what is being seen are honeybees looking for a new place to setup a hive.

Properly Dispose of Unwanted Household Paint

Released March 28, 2022 11:25 AM

The City of Alpharetta is reminding residents needing to dispose of unwanted household paint that they cannot throw it away with their standard trash without first taking a few steps.

Citizen Input Needed On City Agriculture Plan

Released March 17, 2022 05:18 PM

The City is hosting a series of five community conversations to hear your thoughts and begin creating the Alpharetta City Agriculture Plan.

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Alpharetta Seeks Input On Draft ADA Transition Plan

Released March 17, 2022 01:00 PM

The City of Alpharetta is requesting public comment on the draft of its comprehensive Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Transition Plan.