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Road Closure To Impact Waters Road October 14th

Released October 05, 2020 04:51 PM

Waters Road will be closed to all thru traffic on Wednesday, October 14 between the hours of 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM. This closure is necessary as crews install a prefabricated pedestrian bridge over Long Indian Creek.

WALKTOBER is Back!

Released October 01, 2020 02:01 PM

Get MOVING and join Alpharetta's month long Walktober Challenge!

Live recording returns to the Alpharetta Arts Center with Podcast Series

Released September 24, 2020 03:19 PM

Fulton County Arts & Culture, Arts Alpharetta, The City of Alpharetta, and Home By Dark Productions bring A Song Can Change Your Life...

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.

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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.

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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.

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.

Alpharetta Adopts Emergency Ordinance Prohibiting Restaurant Dine-In; Announces Other Measures

Released March 20, 2020 05:36 PM

As part of its response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the City of Alpharetta has enacted an emergency ordinance that, among other things, temporarily prohibits dine-in service at restaurants, bars, and other food-serving establishments.

Alpharetta Adopts Emergency Operations Ordinance

Released March 16, 2020 02:50 PM

The ordinance guarantees the continued provision of essential services and also allows for Alpharetta’s elected officials to temporarily conduct meetings, including binding votes, via email.

Fix A Leak Week Begins March 16

Released March 11, 2020 02:38 PM

More than 1 trillion gallons of water are wasted in U.S. homes each year from easy-to-fix leaks.