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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

Downtown Intersection Getting Scrambled

Released June 18, 2021 01:43 PM

Pedestrians in Downtown Alpharetta will soon have a new way to cross the street at the intersection of Milton Avenue and Roswell/Canton Street.

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Weekend Events Bring Fun, Crowds, Heavy Traffic To Wills Park Area

Released May 28, 2021 11:03 AM

The Alpharetta Arts Streetfest, the opening of the Wills Park Pool, and the Special Olympics Georgia State Horse Show are expected to fill Wills Park with fun and laughter...

Northern Extension Of Big Creek Greenway Opens For Public Use Friday

Released May 27, 2021 02:16 PM

The City of Alpharetta will open the northern extension of its Big Creek Greenway to use by the general public beginning Friday, May 28.

Summer Events Return To Alpharetta As COVID Restrictions Lift

Released May 20, 2021 01:16 PM

The City of Alpharetta is excited to bring back several of the community’s favorite, free summer events for 2021!

State Begins 3-Year Project To Widen State Route 9

Released May 14, 2021 09:14 AM

The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) has kicked-off its State Route 9 Improvement Project...

Alpharetta To Begin Public Events, Conclude COVID Recovery Plan

Released May 07, 2021 12:44 PM

The Alpharetta City Council has authorized staff to begin hosting public special events and take other steps to immediately conclude the City’s phased pandemic recovery plan.