CLARKSTON, GA – May 26, 2026 — The City of Clarkston is pleased to announce its selection by the Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC) as a recipient of planning and technical support through the agency’s 2026 Community Development Assistance Program (CDAP). As one of five metro Atlanta projects selected through a competitive regional process, the City of Clarkston will receive staff support to
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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
Due to forecasted freezing temperatures, DeKalb County will activate warming centers beginning Wednesday, January 14, through Friday, January 16. Overnight and 24-hour warming center locations will be available, along with coordinated transportation assistance. Several warming centers and transportation pickup locations are accessible to Clarkston residents. These services are operated by DeKalb
The City of Clarkston has been nationally recognized by the American Planning Association (APA) with the National Planning Award for Advancing Diversity and Social Change for its work on the Clarkston Greenway Feasibility Study. The project was honored for its multilingual outreach, community-rooted engagement, and commitment to ensuring all residents—especially refugees and immigrants—had a voice
The City of Clarkston, in partnership with Event HelperZ, is excited to announce the launch of the Clarkston Farmers Market, a new monthly event designed to connect residents and visitors with fresh, locally sourced food, artisan goods, and community resources. The inaugural market will take place on Saturday, September 27, 2025, from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Clarkston Woman’s Club, 3913 Church
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Retonjah Burdette Communications Director City of Clarkston 404-834-2211 rburdette@cityofclarkston.com City of Clarkston Police Department Launches S.T.E.P. Unit to Promote Pedestrian Safety and Traffic Enforcement Clarkston, GA (July 23, 2025) – This week, the City of Clarkston Police Department officially launched a new initiative focused on enhancing roadway
Clarkston, GA – (April 4, 2025) The City of Clarkston is proud to announce the appointment of ChaQuias Miller-Thornton as its new City Manager, effective April 4, 2025. She succeeds Tammi Saddler Jones, who served in the role in an interim capacity for the past 18 months. With more than 25 years of experience in municipal government, Miller-Thornton brings extensive knowledge, proven leadership
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Retonjah Burdette Communications Manager City of Clarkston 404-834-2211 rburdette@cityofclarkston.com Clarkston Announces First-Ever C.A.R.E.S. Grant Recipients at Special Award Ceremony City Awards $50,000 to Local Nonprofits Supporting the Community (CLARKSTON, GA, March 5, 2025) – In a momentous celebration of community impact, the City of Clarkston
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Retonjah Burdette, Communications Manager City of Clarkston Phone: 404-834-2211 Email: rburdette@cityofclarkston.com City of Clarkston Announces Public Hearings on House Bill 581: Floating Homestead Exemption Clarkston, GA, January 23, 2025 — The City of Clarkston invites residents and stakeholders to participate in three public hearings to discuss the City’s intent
PRESS RELEASE Media Contact: Retonjah Burdette, Communications Manager 404-834-2211 rburdette@cityofclarkston.com City of Clarkston Council Unanimously Approves FY2025 Budget of $15,356,673 to Strengthen Community Services and Infrastructure (Clarkston, Ga – November 8, 2024) — In a unanimous decision, the City of Clarkston Council has adopted the Fiscal Year 2025 budget, setting a path forward
