New Recreation Center coming!!
In preparation for the new recreation facility coming to Fayette County, the Fayette County Parks and Recreation Department is relocating to 140 Stonewall Ave. W. Suite 208, Fayetteville, GA 30214, starting on Monday, March 4, 2024. .
The relocation is part of the new Parks and Recreation Building funded by the 2023 SPLOST. The new multi-purpose facility will replace the existing Kiwanis Park facility.
The facility is envisioned to include sports courts, multipurpose rooms, offices and support spaces. The new building will be the first of its kind in Fayette County.
For additional information and to see pictures of the proposed facility, go to https://fayettecountyga.gov/
2024 Citizens’ Fire Academy
Interested in learning about the field of fire and emergency management services?? Well keep reading for details on the 2024 Citizens’ Fire Academy.
The Citizens’ Fire Academy is a 10-week program designed to educate and inform citizens about the demanding field of fire, emergency medical services, and emergency management. The academy will meet on Tuesday of each week from 6:30 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. starting on March 5, 2024. Sessions run thru May 7, 2024, and concludes with graduation at the Fayette County Board of Commissioners meeting on Thursday, May 9, 2024, at 5:00 P.M.
Students will achieve an understanding of the inner workings of the Fire and EMS Department. Practical demonstrations and a ride along with the fire department will be offered.
To register for the Citizens’ Fire Academy, please email Karen Rose at kirose@fayettecountyga.gov for an application, or call (770)305-5168. There are limited seats available, and applicants should reside in unincorporated Fayette County or the Towns of Tyrone, Brooks, or Woolsey. Fayette County Government employees are also welcome to join the Academy.
Fayette County Office Closures
Fayette County offices will be closed from December 23, 2023 until January 1, 2024 for the holiday season. Normal business hours resume on January 2, 2024.
FAYETTE COUNTY ANNOUNCES ROAD WIDENING
A project to widen SR 85 from 4 to 6 lanes was awarded to CW Mathews Contracting Co. by the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT). The project started on August 1 and will conclude in the Summer of 2026. The purpose is to make improvements along SR 85 from SR 279 to Roberts Drive.
The 0.75-mile segment south of Pointe South Parkway consists of changing from a ditch section to a curb and gutter with sidewalks. The project will also reconstruct both the northbound and southbound bridges on SR 85 over Camp Creek.
The estimated construction cost is $53,000,000. The total length of the project is 3.9 miles. The speed limit for the project will be 45 mph.
For more information, please visit https://www.dot.ga.gov/applications/geopi/Pages/Search.aspx# and enter project ID #721290. You may also contact the Fayette County Public Works Department at 770-320-6010 or publicworks@fayettecountyga.gov
Open positions on Fayette County Committees
Service to your community will enrich your life, familiarize you with your community, and connect you to people and ideas that will positively impact your perspective. Taking an active role in community affairs is one of the best ways to give back to society. The experience is rewarding and sometimes life changing.
Every contribution can make a difference. Some benefits of being involved in your community are:
· You become more informed. Whether its activism, mentorship, or sponsorship programs, getting involved in your community makes you more informed on local affairs.
· It expands your network. Volunteer opportunities expose you to lots of people and organizations. It widens your network and adds to your portfolio.
· Learn vital skills. Community service often fosters skills people didn’t know they had. It unlocks their potential and can help them become a new version of themselves.
Several positions are open within Fayette County on a wide range of committees including:
· RECREATION COMMISSION
· HOSPITAL AUTHORITY
· RECREATION COMMISSION
· BOARD OF TAX ASSESSORS
· ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
· BOARD OF HEALTH
· DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
· LIBRARY BOARD
· PLANNING COMMISSION
See something that interests you?? Check the county website https://fayettecountyga.gov/default.htm for additional details on how to apply.
County Tag office relocation
If anyone has a birthday in November or December, the Fayette County tag office will be under renovation starting November 6th. The office will temporarily be set up in suite 208 for approximately 6 weeks. There is an elevator in the lobby for anyone that wants to avoid the stairs.
Miracle on Main Car Raffle
Raffle ticket sales continue for a new 2023 Ford F-150 pickup truck, which benefits the Fayetteville Fire Department’s Fire Safety Education program as well as Fayetteville-based The Eden Project. The drawing, will be Saturday, December 2, during Main Street Fayetteville’s Miracle on Main Street event at City Center Park.
Only 1,000 raffle tickets will be sold, and they cost $100 each to purchase. Tickets are sold through The Eden Project’s website at www.eden-project.com/raffle.
Good Neighbor Month
Good neighbors make great communities!!!
September 28th marks Good Neighbor Day. The purpose is to encourage people to take action in their communities, unite neighborhoods and spotlight those making a difference. It’s a reminder that each of us plays a role in strengthening our community and making it a better place to live.
Last year, State Farm along with Disney and many of its affiliates (GMA, Marvel) promoted Good Neighbor month for the full month of September.
Against the backdrop of busy schedules, take time to show interest in the family next door or across the street. These lasting friendships with neighbors help promote peace and harmony in the neighborhood.
What can I do?
Just say Hello: it really is that simple! Take the 1st step and introduce yourself. Engage with those you see in the community and start up a conversation with a simple hello!
Lend a hand: Help your neighbors with a chore. Help them mow the lawn or with other yardwork, baby sit their kids and/or pets , wash their car.
Stay attentive: Keep your eyes and ears open. Know what’s happening with your neighbors. Be aware so the community stays safe and secure.
Share a meal: it could be a fresh batch of home baked cookies, a homemade meal or ordered food. Invite them over or send it to them!
New Voter Registration Bldg.
The Fayette County Board of Commissioners is pleased to announce the completion of the new Fayette County Board of Elections and Voter Registrations building located at 175 Johnson Avenue, Fayetteville, GA, 30214. The new location will be open for business on September 11, 2023 at 8 a.m..
The Fayette County Elections and Voter Registration Department will be fully operational at 140 Stonewall Ave. West, Suite 208, Fayetteville, GA, 30214 until September 8, 2023.
“Our new facility offers us the opportunity to better serve our voters,” Brian Hill, Director of Elections and Registration, said. “We look forward to continuing to serve our county’s election needs and work at our new location.”
Prevent Youth Violence
On September 9th, the Fayetteville Police Department will launch a nine-week, mentor-based program geared toward preventing youth violence. Journey: A Youth Against Violence Program is open to all youth aged 12-19 in the Fayette County area. There is no cost to participants.
Participants will meet at Fayetteville Police Headquarters on Saturdays at 10 a.m. and work through issues including youth crime, laws relating to drugs, theft, and gangs, overcoming trauma, handling negative thoughts, conflict resolution, goal setting, giving back to the community, and more. Lunch will be provided.
“Our officers have been planning this program for months, and we are excited for September 9,” said Police Chief Scott Gray. “This new community-driven program will allow for early crime intervention and prevention, as well as aiding our youth in gaining skills and knowledge that will provide a strong foundation rooted in morals, goals, and community action.”
For more information, those interested may contact Detective Snider: dsnider@fayetteville-ga.gov, 770-461-4441.