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Holiday Collection Schedule 2024

City of Jonesboro holiday collection schedule.

No collection on Tuesday December 24th or Wednesday December 25th.  

The City of Jonesboro City Center Offices will be closed on Friday, December 20, 2024, from 2:00-5:00pm

We will be closing  the Jonesboro City Center offices early on Friday December 20, from 2pm to 5pm for an employee recognition and holiday event.

Mayor Sartor's Holiday Food Give-A-Way

Holiday Food Give-A-Way,

Friday December 20th, 10am to Noon.

Lee Street Park Marketplace, 155 Lee Street. 

Mayor and City Council Special Called Meeting Monday December 16th at 6pm.

Mayor and Council Special Called Meeting. 6pm. Monday, December 16th 2024.

1859 City Center Way, Jonesboro GA 30236 

Councilwoman Miller's Inaugural Cookies and Cupcakes Holiday Assistance Program

A Toy Give-A-Way for Children Ages 3-13.

Registration Form can be completed by using the QR Code on the Flyer please.

Come select toys for your children while enjoying cookies and cupcakes.  

Adoption of Budget and City Council Meeting

Adoption of the city budget and the Mayor and City Council Meeting

Monday December 9th at 6pm, 1859 City Center Way, Jonesboro.

Introduction to Python

Office of Digital Equity is hosting Python training at the Jonesboro City Center.

Wednesday December 4, 10:30am to 12:30pm in the Community Room.  

Public Notice – FY2025 Budget Hearing

Public Notice – FY2025 Budget Hearing

Early Closure at 4:00pm on Wednesday November 27th for Thanksgiving!

In Observance of Thanksgiving, our Administration Offices will close at 4:00pm on Wednesday November 27.

They will remain closed until Monday December 2nd, when they will reopen at 8:00am.  

2024 Jingle Jam Christmas March In and Tree Lighting Ceremony

Join us for our 2024 Jingle Jam Christmas March In and Tree Lighting Ceremony hosted by the City of Jonesboro GA! Presented by Jonesboro GA DDA/Main Street at the Jonesboro City Center, 1859 City Center Way. 

Join us on November 25th, 2024 at 2:00pm at the Lee Street Park’s Market Area

Join us on November 25th, 2024 at 2:00pm at the Lee Street Park Market Area for Mayor Sartor's Holiday Food Drive.

Veterans Day

November 11th 2024.

Mayor and City Council Third Public Hearing for Millage Rate and Regular Called Meeting

Third Millage Rate Public Hearing and Mayor and City Council Regular Meeting

Monday November 11th at 6:00pm. 

1859 City Center Way, Jonesboro GA 

2024 Property Tax and Millage Rate Consideration

2024 Property Tax and Millage Rate Consideration

The City of Jonesboro Mayor and Council Public Hearing and Budget Retreat

The City of Jonesboro Mayor and Council Public Hearing and Budget Retreat will take place at 1859 City Center Way, Jonesboro GA, on Monday November 4^th, between 11am and 1pm. 

Public Notice

Public hearings on the proposed tax increase will be held on November 4, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., with an additional hearing on November 11, 2024, at 6:00 p.m at 1859 City Center Way, Jonesboro, GA.

We are Hiring!

If you or someone you know is looking for an opportunity to join our dedicated team, now is the time to apply!

🎃 Halloween on North Main 🎃 Event Cancelled

 Halloween on N. Main St. is cancelled. Joins us as we partner with Clayton County on October 31st between 6pm and 9pm at the Harold R Banke Justice Center at 9151 Tara Blvd.

🗳️ **Advanced Voting for November 5th Election** 🗳️

Your voice matters! Make sure to take advantage of advanced voting for the upcoming election on Tuesday November 5th, 2024. Skip the long lines and ensure your vote is counted early!

The City of Jonesboro Ethics Board is seeking applicants

Are you passionate about maintaining the integrity and ethical standards of our community? 

#OfficeHours with City of Jonesboro - Councilman Alfred Dixon

Every Monday •12:00 PM to 5:00 PM @ The Jonesboro City Center (1859 City Center Way) No appointment needed. 

Email any supporting documents: adixon@jonesboroga.com

#ItTakesAVillage

Downtown Facade Grant Program

The purpose of this program is stimulate downtown revitalization and development. The Facade Match will provide a 50/50 investment match ratio up to a maximum of $1500.00 per property. 

2024 Calendar of Events

Here is a great way to plan the year, whether you are resident or a visitor, Jonesboro GA will always have something for you!

Small Business Training Courses

Register Today for Small Business Training!

Always Scoop the Poop

Help make a difference!

SBA Disaster Loans Available for Homeowners & Renters in Georgia

SBA Disaster Loans Available for Homeowners & Renters in Georgia

St. Patrick’s Day Street Party

St. Patrick’s Day Street Party
March 17th, 5pm – 8pm
Jonesboro City Center, 1859 City Center Way
Food, games, face-painting, music

Jonesboro announces dates for Amnesty Day

Press Release
Jonesboro announces dates for Amnesty Day

Public Notice

Public Notice
Special Called Meeting on January 18, 2023

Dr. Martin Luther King Parade Registration Form

Dr. Martin Luther King Parade Participant Registration Packet.

Martin Luther King Jr. Parade

Parade travels through Downtown Jonesboro. Monday, January 16, 2023, begins at 12:00 pm.

7th Annual Scarecrow Contest

Bring the most creative, whacky, whimsical scarecrows to Main Street! Free entry. Register your scarecrow at City Hall or dowload an application online. The 1st place winner will receive a $100 Visa gift card!

Board of Directors. Call For Applications

The City of Jonesboro has openings on the Jonesboro Housing Authority Board of Commissioners. Appointed members of the Commission are charged with oversight of the Jonesboro Housing Authority.

The City of Jonesboro announces the resignation of Mayor Day

At the Jonesboro City Council Regular Meeting held on Monday, August 8, 2022, the longtime Mayor of the City of Jonesboro, announced that she is resigning her position effective Tuesday, August 16, 2022.

Current RFPs/Bids

The City Manager's Office is responsible for acquiring supplies, services, professional services and construction in support of the City of Jonesboro operations. All informal Request for Quotations (RFQ's), Request for Proposals (RFP's), and Invitations to Bid (ITB's) are written, advertised and awarded by the City Manager and/or the City Council. The Interim City Manager's Office also facilitates the public bid process (pre-bid meetings, bid opening and post-bid meetings), issues purchase orders and prepares/executes contracts.  

Current Bid Opportunities:

 Public Works Facility Building and Site Improvements. 

Public Open House

With an ear to the ground and an eye to the future, the City of Jonesboro is launching crowdsourcing efforts to help guide the upcoming revision of the city’s comprehensive plan.

Diner En Dashikis

June 17, Jonesboro City Green 108 Broad Street Jonesboro GA

Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day

April 23, 2022 from 10 A.M. to 2 P.M.

Help Prevent Pollution

Help Prevent Pollution!

Easter Eggstravaganza

Easter Eggstravaganza

Jonesboro's Farmers and Artisans Market

6th Annual Jonesboro Clean-Up Day

The Beautification Commission will be hosting their 6th Annual Clean-up Day on Saturday February 19, 2022.

Healthy Babies Clayton Virtual Baby Pageant

Join us as we celebate "healthy babies" in Clayton County!

27th Annual Christmas Parade

Exciting News!

Job Fair

The City of Jonesboro and the Development Authority are hosting a job fair on Tuesday, November 9th.

Halloween Boo Drive Thru!

Halloween Boo Drive Thru!

7th Annual Scarecrow Decorating Contest

The City of Jonesboro is sponsoring our 7th Annual Scarecrow Decorating Contest. The contest is open to all, businesses, families, clubs and organizations doing business in and around Clayton County.

Notice of Proposed Change - Polling Location

Notice regarding a proposed change in the Municipal Election Day Polling location

Municipal Elections

The next scheduled election for the Jonesboro City Council is Tuesday November 7th, 2023.

City launches Online Project Hub for Jonesboro Forward

City launches Online Project Hub for Jonesboro Forward