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🌱 Friends of Forty Oaks: Spring Native Planting & Invasive Removal 🌿 📅 Saturday, April 11 Reforestation is underway! Come be part of restoring our beautiful nature preserve by planting native species and removing invasive vines. Every helping hand makes a difference in bringing this space back to life. 🧤 Bring your own tools and gloves—or use ours! 🌼 All experience levels welcome 🌳 Great for
🌎💚 Celebrate Earth Day with Us! 💚🌎 Join us on **Wednesday, April 22, 2026** as we spread a little extra green love! 🌱 We’re giving away **FREE household plants** to help you bring nature indoors, improve air quality, and create a healthier space. Whether you're a seasoned plant lover or just getting started, there's something for everyone! ✨ Event Highlights: 🌿 Free air-cleaning plants 🌿 Fun, eco
Be part of shaping Clarkston’s future. The City of Clarkston invites residents, business owners, and community members to join us for the Community Design Workshop for the Comprehensive Plan Update on Wednesday, April 8 from 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM at the Clarkston Community Center. This is your opportunity to share ideas, speak into the future of the community, and help guide the vision for Clarkston
Join our team! The City of Clarkston is seeking a Permit Technician to help support permitting, development review, and customer service functions that contribute to the city’s continued growth and development. This is a great opportunity for someone who is organized, service focused, and interested in helping residents, contractors, and businesses navigate the permitting process. To learn more
The City of Clarkston has successfully completed the Georgia Economic Placemaking Collaborative, a two year program designed to help cities strengthen downtowns and neighborhood centers through community driven placemaking strategies. Through this initiative, Clarkston advanced projects centered on public art integration, downtown revitalization, pedestrian safety, and inclusive gathering spaces
The City of Clarkston will host Georgia’s Annual Volunteer Waterway Cleanup on Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 9:00 AM at Friendship Forest Wildlife Sanctuary (4380 E. Ponce de Leon Ave.). Community members of all ages are invited to volunteer in support of local waterway preservation efforts. Free t shirts, refreshments, and safety supplies will be provided. Participants under 18 must be accompanied
City of Clarkston Administrative Offices will be closed on Monday, February 16, 2026, in observance of Presidents’ Day. Regular business operations will resume on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. Please note that public safety services, including police and emergency response, will remain fully operational during the holiday. Residents are encouraged to plan accordingly for any city services needed
The City of Clarkston, GA is currently seeking engaged residents and property owners to fill open seats on the Historic Preservation Commission. The Commission plays an important role in guiding thoughtful development, reviewing exterior changes within historic areas, and maintaining the architectural character that defines our community. Members collaborate with city staff and fellow
We’re Hiring: Finance Director The City of Clarkston is currently seeking a qualified Finance Director to serve as a key member of the City’s executive leadership team. This senior-level position oversees the City’s financial operations, including budgeting, accounting, financial reporting, and long-term fiscal planning, while ensuring transparency, accountability, and compliance with applicable
 Save the Date! Clarkston is updating its Comprehensive Plan—a roadmap for how our city will grow and evolve over the next 5, 10, and 20+ years. Join us at the Clarkston Community Center (3701 College Ave, Clarkston, GA 30021), as we kick off the process and help shape our community’s future.