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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 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 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.

Alpharetta Closes All City Offices, Cancels Meetings And Events Through April 12

Released March 15, 2020 09:55 PM

In continuation of its efforts to promote “social distancing” in response to the COVID-19 virus, the City of Alpharetta today announced additional temporary facility closures, operational measures, and the suspension of certain meetings and events through April 12.

Picturesque Oak Tree To Be Removed From Downtown Alpharetta Corner

Released January 15, 2020 03:07 PM

A large Water Oak tree that dominates the corner of Milton Avenue and Canton Street in Downtown Alpharetta is damaged and will be removed during the first week of February.

State Rejects Alpharetta Proposal For GA400 Express Lanes Project

Released September 26, 2019 12:26 PM

The Georgia Department of Transportation will move forward with its plan to construct a dedicated access for its GA400 Express Lanes Project between Webb Bridge Road and Windward Parkway despite a request by the City of Alpharetta to relocate the access point to Encore Parkway.

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Qualifying To Run For Alpharetta Mayor / Council Begins August 19

Released August 06, 2019 03:28 PM

Alpharetta residents who are interested in competing to hold the office of Mayor or one of three City Council seats will have three days within which to file their qualifying papers.

Local Leadership & Support For Trees Recognized

Released February 20, 2019 01:55 PM

Alpharetta was one of 20 Georgia cities recognized as a Tree City USA during the state Arbor Day celebration in Duluth, February 7.

29th Annual Taste of Alpharetta Simmers With New Flavors & Attractions

Released February 14, 2019 01:36 PM

The longest running food festival in the South returns on Thursday, May 2, 2019...

Savannah Leaders Come To Learn From Alpharetta

Released February 01, 2019 12:29 PM

The mayor and city council of Savannah traveled to Alpharetta this week to learn how the City of Alpharetta plans, partners on, and brings to life community transforming projects...

City of Alpharetta Recognized for its Commitment to Sustainability

Released January 23, 2019 04:13 PM

The City of Alpharetta has been recertified by the Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC) as a Green Community at the Gold Level.

Expiration Of Agreement Brings Change In Recreation Fees

Released January 10, 2019 11:34 AM

With the agreement having expired, residents of one city who participate in a recreation or parks program offered by the other city

Waste / Recycling Schedule To Be Altered For Christmas And New Year’s

Released December 21, 2018 09:19 AM

Alpharetta residents are reminded that the schedule for residential trash and recycling collection will be changed for the next two weeks due to holidays.

New Sunday Alcohol Service Hours Effective December 2

Released November 08, 2018 03:29 PM

Alpharetta voters went to the polls this week and overwhelmingly approved a measure to change the time when restaurants can legally serve alcoholic beverages on Sundays ...

Portion Of Northwinds Parkway To Close September 18

Released September 14, 2018 07:37 AM

The northbound lane of Northwinds Parkway between Rowan Avenue and Kimball Bridge Road will be closed for repairs beginning at 9:00 AM on Tuesday, September 18

“Bark in the Park” Input Meeting to Discuss Enhancements to Wills Park’s Waggy World

Released August 24, 2018 02:57 PM

Alpharetta’s Wills Park is undergoing a master planning process, and many improvements and enhancements to the beloved 120-acre downtown park are being discussed with local residents.