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Alpharetta Proposes 2018 Millage Rate

Released July 05, 2018 04:00 AM

The budget adopted by the Alpharetta City Council proposes to leave the millage rate at its current 5.750 level through the 2018 tax year/2019 fiscal year while providing additional tax relief to citizens through a $40,000 homestead exemption; among the highest such exemptions in Georgia.

ARC To Assist In North Point Planning Effort

Released June 26, 2018 03:36 PM

Together, the City and ARC will develop guidelines for the creation of public spaces and the installation of public art in the area around North Point Mall.

The 6th Annual Wire & Wood Songwriters Festival Announces Headliners

Released June 22, 2018 08:45 AM

The Wire & Wood Alpharetta Songwriters Festival returns to downtown Alpharetta, Ga. for its sixth year on October 12 - 13, 2018.

Enjoy July 4th Festivities And Fireworks At Wills Park

Released June 22, 2018 08:40 AM

The City of Alpharetta is excited to host July 4th festivities in Wills Park, Alpharetta’s Downtown Park, starting at 6 p.m., with the fireworks display beginning at dark.

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Governor Deal Announces SR 400 Transit Project

Released June 19, 2018 03:02 PM

Following approval by the State Road and Tollway Authority (SRTA) board, Gov. Nathan Deal today announced $100 million in General Obligation bonds

Residents Reminded To Be Aware Of Coyotes

Released June 01, 2018 05:41 PM

The animals, which are generally shy and pose little danger to people, are having pups this time of year and are on the prowl for food.

Mayor Advises on Property Assessment Appeals

Released May 22, 2018 03:17 PM

Today property assessment notices are being mailed by Fulton County to all property owners. It is anticipated that most property owners will see an increase in the assessed value of their property, as determined by the Fulton County Tax Assessor.

Rucker And Mayfield Roads To Close For Summer Construction

Released May 14, 2018 09:49 AM

Motorists traveling through Alpharetta will have two fewer roads to use to reach their destination this summer.

Be the First to Splash Into the New Wills Park Pool

Released May 11, 2018 01:37 PM

The City of Alpharetta Recreation, Parks & Cultural Services Department has launched an online photo contest...

Art is Exploding in Downtown Alpharetta

Released April 20, 2018 02:56 PM

The art scene in Alpharetta continues to expand every day, with murals on downtown buildings, public sculptures in Brooke Street Park and around downtown, and a new arts center building under construction.

History Is Making A Comeback in Alpharetta

Released April 20, 2018 02:52 PM

The Alpharetta and Old Milton County History Museum, located inside Alpharetta City Hall at 2 Park Plaza, is hosting its opening dedication on Thursday, April 26th at 5:30pm.

It’s Fun in Alpharetta with Food Trucks, Concert Series, and Street Games

Released April 13, 2018 01:30 PM

The fun in Alpharetta is hitting the streets with the weekly Food Truck Alley series starting Thursday, April 19, a weekly concert series in Brooke Street Park...

Commitment to Safety Prompts Tree Trimming and Removal in Wills Park

Released April 13, 2018 01:28 PM

The City of Alpharetta’s Arborist, in collaboration with the Recreation, Parks and Cultural Services Department’s Arborist have worked with Downey Trees to conduct internal and external inspections of trees at Wills Park’s Wacky World.

Expanded Spring Classes Open for Registration

Released March 23, 2018 02:05 PM

New workshops offering a variety of fresh learning opportunities for children and adults seeking to explore the artist, actor, baker or chef inside themselves are now available for registration.