City News

Hurricane Helene Safety Tips

Please stay safe and take precautions to protect yourself and your loved ones.

City of Jonesboro GA Offices Closed - September 26 and September 27 2024

Due to the severe weather alert the city offices will be closed Thursday September 26th and Friday September 27th.

The City of Jonesboro GA will be hosting its bi-annual yard sale.

The City of Jonesboro GA will be hosting its bi-annual yard sale.

The dates for this free yard sale weekend are September 27th, September 28th and September 29th. 

Mayor and Council. Special Called Meeting and Budget Retreat

Join us at Arts Clayton located at 136 South Main Street, Jonesboro GA, Monday September 23rd between 1pm and 5pm. 

Cancellation - Farmers and Artisans Market - Scheduled for September 14

Unfortunately, due to inclement weather, the Farmers and Artisans Market scheduled for 9am to 1pm on Saturday, September 14th has been cancelled. 🌧️

Mayor and City Council Regular Meeting

Monday September 16th at 6pm.

Jonesboro City Center

1859 City Center Way, Jonesboro. 

Hispanic Heritage Festival

Presented by Injury 2 Wellness in partnership with the City of Jonesboro DDA/Main Street/URA.

Saturday October 5th, 3pm to 7pm.Lee Street Park.  

We need your help to achieve a Guinness World Record!

Do you know what a Tessellation is? Help us create the largest one ever!!!

We are One Clayton Festival on Saturday, September 21, 2024, Clayton County International Park!!! Between 11am and 6pm.

Special Called Meeting.

Special Called Meeting Tuesday August 27th at 3:30PM

1859 City Center Way, Jonesboro GA 30236 

Chairman Jeffrey E. Turner 10th Annual 5K Run/Walk

Saturday August 24th.

Registration at 7am.

Run/Walk begins at 8am.  

JYCG Meeting - Monday August 19th - 6pm

Jonesboro City Center

1859 City Center Way

Jonesboro, GA 30236 

Request For Proposals

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

PUBLIC WORKS FACILITY BUILDING AND SITE IMPROVEMENTS

CITY OF JONESBORO

The City of Jonesboro Ethics Board is seeking applicants

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

Praise & Preparedness 2024: Faith, Hope, and Resilience Disaster Summit

Thurs., Sep. 12, 2024, from 9 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. The FREE summit will be held at the Clayton County Performing Arts Center, 2530 Mt. Zion Parkway, Jonesboro, GA 30236. 

Farmers and Artisans Market - Every 2nd Saturday

Our Market is hosted every Second Saturday, at Lee Street Park beginning at 09:00 a.m. and ending at 2:00 p.m.

This month its Saturday July 13th, between 9am and 2pm. 

📅 City of Jonesboro, GA - Event Calendar (July to December) 🎉

Check out the exciting events happening in Jonesboro for the rest of the year!

Whether you're a resident or visiting, there's something for everyone. 🌟

Mayor and City Council Regular Called Meeting. Monday July 8th at 6pm.

Mayor and City Council Regular Meeting every 2nd Monday at 6pm.

Jonesboro City Center.  

Mayor and City Council Work Session - Monday July 1st. 6pm

Join us at the City Council Chambers located at 1859 City Center Way, Jonesboro GA.

Walk with the Mayors - A Fitness in the Park Special Edition

Lee Street Park, 155 Lee Street,

Saturday July 13th. 9:00 am. 

#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!

Certified Election Results. Jonesboro GA Mayor and City Council Municipal Elections

City of Jonesboro GA.

Mayor and City Council Municipal Elections.

Tuesday, November 7th 2023. 

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