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Dear Residents of Clarkston, We are excited to announce that the Crosswalk Mural at Vaughan and Market Street is getting a fresh new look! Our team, along with local artists, will be restoring this vibrant artwork to enhance pedestrian safety, slow down traffic, and promote public art in our city. The updated mural will also improve safety and accessibility for visually impaired residents. To
The Historic Preservation Commission Meeting (HPC) scheduled for Wednesday, September 18, 2024 has been cancelled due to members attending state conference.
In observance of the Labor Day holiday, all City of Clarkston offices will be closing at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, August 30, 2024. City offices will remain closed through the holiday weekend and reopen for regular business hours on Tuesday, September 3, 2024. Please note that sanitation services will also be delayed by one day due to the holiday. Collection will resume on Tuesday, September 3, 2024
PRESS RELEASE Media Contact: Retonjah Burdette, Communications Manager 404-834-2211 rburdette@cityofclarkston.com The City of Clarkston Appoints First Director of Human Resources and Risk Management (CLARKSTON, Ga. – August 16, 2024) – In a groundbreaking move to enhance its workforce and strengthen city operations, the City of Clarkston is proud to announce the appointment of Dr. Dwight L. Baker
The City of Clarkston is proud to announce that the Clarkston Greenway Feasibility Study has been honored with the Award of Excellence in Analysis and Planning by the Georgia Chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects. This prestigious award recognizes the project team's outstanding efforts and commitment to involving the Clarkston community in shaping a healthier, more sustainable
The City of Clarkston is seeking a passionate community member to fill a volunteer vacancy on the Historic Preservation Commission. Established in 2019, the HPC is dedicated to preserving Clarkston's rich history through various initiatives. If you have professional experience or knowledge in architecture, history, planning, or related fields, we encourage you to apply. Be part of a team that
PRESS RELEASE Media Contact: Retonjah Burdette, Communications Manager 404-834-2211 rburdette@cityofclarkston.com Clarkston Police Department Welcomes New Assistant Police Chief Xavier Todd (CLARKSTON, Ga. – July 22, 2024) – The Clarkston Police Department is excited to announce that the city has appointed Xavier E. Todd, Sr., as the new Assistant Police Chief, marking a significant step in
Qualifying Dates: Monday, July 22, 2024 - Friday, July 26, 2024 Times: 8:30am to 4:30pm (Lunchbreak: 12:00pm - 1:00pm) Notice is hereby given that, in accordance with O.C.G.A. § 21-2-540, a special election shall be held in Dekalb County to fill the vacancy in the office of the City Council, caused by the resignation of the Honorable Awet Eyasu. The special election will be held on November 5
Creative Projects and Exciting Experiments Fuse Science and Art to Inspire Early Learners in Clarkston On July 15, the City of Clarkston saw its youngest residents light up with joy and curiosity as Mayor Beverly H. Burks hosted the third quarterly Mayor's Tots Town Hall at the Clarkston Women's Club. This event welcomed 25 students, aged three to five, from the Early Learning Scholars Learning
The Planning and Zoning Board Meeting scheduled for July 16, 2024, has been canceled.