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Unique Partnership Between City & Local Elementary School Expands Playground Use While Increasing Park Space

Released September 17, 2020 01:46 PM

It is common for city governments to work with their local schools to engage children in recreation programs and afterschool enrichment.

Alpharetta Hosting Free Secure Document Shredding Event

Released September 15, 2020 02:30 PM

City of Alpharetta residents that need to safely discard bank statements, medical history papers, and other documents containing confidential information are invited to take advantage of a free document shredding event on Saturday, October 17, 2020.

Community Invited to Keep Alpharetta’s Scarecrow Tradition Alive During COVID

Released August 24, 2020 01:55 PM

Unfortunately, due to COVID-19, the 2020 Scarecrow Harvest Festival, held last year in Brooke Street Park, has been cancelled.

Household Hazardous Waste and Paint Collection Offered for Alpharetta Residents

Released August 17, 2020 10:06 AM

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

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Census Bureau Reps Are Knocking On Doors In Alpharetta

Released August 07, 2020 02:15 PM

US Census Bureau representatives have begun knocking on the doors of households that have not completed the 2020 Census online.

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Wills Park Pool Closed Due To Positive COVID-19 Test

Released August 03, 2020 09:13 PM

An employee who did not have direct contact with the public has tested positive for COVID-19. Out of an abundance of caution and in accordance with our safety protocols, the pool will be closed until further notice.

Alpharetta Inks New Agreement On McGinnis Ferry Road Project

Released July 23, 2020 01:45 PM

The Alpharetta City Council entered into a new agreement this week committing to additional funding for the widening of a section of McGinnis Ferry Road...

Project Advances To Add Lanes To Old Milton Parkway

Released July 23, 2020 01:05 PM

The City of Alpharetta’s plans for improving traffic flow on Old Milton Parkway took an important step forward this week as the city approved contracts totaling $2.8 million...

Alpharetta To Make Sidewalks & Parking Spaces Available As Businesses Reopen To Support Social Distancing

Released July 21, 2020 11:00 AM

As Alpharetta businesses work to meet State requirements to reopen and begin serving customers, one of the biggest challenges for restaurants and retail shops is having enough space to meet social distancing requirements.

Septic Tank Workshop Offered To North Fulton Residents - (Virtual Workshop)

Released July 16, 2020 03:16 PM

Fulton County Public Works and the Cities of Alpharetta, Milton, and Roswell offer a free informational workshop for residents of North Fulton who live in homes with a septic tank.

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Alpharetta Awarded $1.6 Million To Design North Point Parkway Enhancements

Released June 16, 2020 11:38 AM

The City of Alpharetta has been awarded a $1.6 million grant from the Atlanta Regional Commission to design pedestrian corridor enhancements...

Wills Park Pool Opens Saturday

Released June 10, 2020 01:55 PM

Zagster Ends Bike Share Service In Alpharetta May 29

Released May 28, 2020 10:30 AM

Late Wednesday the City of Alpharetta was notified by Zagster that the company will end bike share service to the Alpharetta market effective this Friday, May 29.

Alpharetta First Georgia City To Provide Antibody Testing To Emergency Responders

Released May 20, 2020 11:59 AM

This week the City of Alpharetta became the first municipality in Georgia to provide COVID-19 antibody testing to first responders.

Alpharetta Food Truck Alley Cancels 2020 Season to Spotlight Local

Released May 14, 2020 09:56 AM

The City of Alpharetta has cancelled the 2020 Food Truck Alley series as part of its efforts to encourage patronage of local brick and mortar restaurants and shops in Downtown Alpharetta and throughout the city.

Alpharetta Arts Streetfest Unveils Virtual Festival Set For May 21-25

Released May 13, 2020 03:31 PM

Shoppers excited to browse the popular Memorial Day weekend event, Alpharetta Arts Streetfest...

Alpharetta To Reopen Some Facilities Beginning May 15

Released May 12, 2020 02:39 PM

The City of Alpharetta is implementing a phased plan for restoring its operations and will begin reopening some public facilities this Friday, May 15.

Alpharetta Adopts Emergency Shelter-In-Home Ordinance

Released April 02, 2020 10:59 AM

In its continuing efforts to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic, the City of Alpharetta has adopted an emergency ordinance that directs all residents to shelter in home...

Multiple Public Policies In Effect To Address COVID-19 Threat

Released March 27, 2020 10:18 AM

The City of Alpharetta has adopted a series of emergency ordinances since Governor Brian Kemp announced statewide recommendations to guide local governments as they work to protect their communities from the threat of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Alpharetta Closes Most Parks; Paths And Greenway To Remain Open

Released March 23, 2020 11:58 PM

All City park facilities, buildings, offices, fields, courts, pavilions, playgrounds, the Town Green, and restrooms are closed for 30 days.