Residents experiencing street light issues, potholes, sanitation concerns or any other non-emergency issues are encouraged to download the new ONEClick Forest Park app that allows individuals to easily report quality-of-life concerns and request assistance – all from the palm of their hand. Created using the latest technology, the free one-stop app gives users the ability to type in a detailed description of their concern, add a photo and submit a request, which is then forwarded to relevant city staff for follow-up.

Additional issues that can be reported via the app include potential code enforcement violations, downed trees, damaged street signs, park maintenance requests and more. Visit the Apple and Google Play app stores to download the ONEClick app today. Individuals who do not own a smartphone or tablet can also visit the online ONEClick Request Portal to create an account and submit requests for service.

The City of Forest Park is currently in the process of commencing the renewal period for businesses that operate within city limits and need to obtain an occupational tax certificate and/or alcohol license. All businesses are encouraged to adhere to the scheduled renewal deadlines. No business license shall be issued or renewed unless all city taxes, sanitation fees and other assessments have been paid prior to payment of the annual license fee.

Below are the renewal due dates for all business (except insurance companies/agencies) and alcohol licenses:

• Renewal Period: 9/11/23 through 10/13/23
• Business Renewal Application Due Date: 10/13/23
• Payment Due Date: 11/15/23 or 30-day net period on invoice (depending on processing date)

Below are the renewal due dates for all adult entertainment businesses:

• Renewal Period: 9/11/23 through 11/29/23
• Business Renewal Application Due Date: 11/30/23
• Payment Due Date: 11/30/23 or 30-day net period on invoice (depending on processing date)

Below are the renewal due dates for all insurance companies/agencies:

• Renewal Period: 1/1/24 through 2/28/24
• Business Renewal Application Due Date: 3/1/24
• Payment Due Date: 4/1/24

To access the business renewal application, click here. All applications must be submitted in person or by mail to the city's Business License Division, located at Forest Park City Hall, 745 Forest Pkwy. Emailed applications or faxed copies will not be accepted. Individuals in need of in-person assistance can visit city hall Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

For additional questions, contact Fatima Fernandez, Financial Services Technician, at (404) 366-4720, ext. 340, or email businesslicenses@forestparkga.gov.

In recognition of National Hispanic Heritage Month, the City of Forest Park celebrates the remarkable cultures and contributions of the more than 60 million Hispanic Americans, Latinos, Latinas and Latinx-identifying people here in these United States. The theme for 2023 Hispanic Heritage Month is “Latinos: Driving Prosperity, Power, and Progress in America” and in Georgia, Latino leaders and business owners across the state continue to help strengthen the voice, influence and networks of the Latino/Hispanic community.

Hispanic Americans are the largest minority group in the nation – many of whom play a vital role in our economy, workforce, government, education and nonprofit sectors. Thank you to all those who work to make Forest Park a welcoming, inclusive community for all.

Lights, camera, action! City officials recently had the opportunity to tour the ongoing construction site for BlueStar Studios at the Gillem Logistics Center. Once complete, the production campus will include 18 stages ranging from 5,000 square feet to more than 40,000 square feet. The historic Fort Gillem headquarters building is also slated to serve as the centerpiece of the campus. Planned amenities include a nature trail, onsite cafe, dog run, and offices space available for lease to companies looking for a production-friendly home base in Georgia. To learn more about the production campus, visit www.bluestar-studios.com.

On your mark, get set, go! Contestants were off to the races at this year’s Annual 5K Autumn Fun Run & Walk. Now in its twenty-fifth year, the popular event brought together sport enthusiasts, families and local community groups from across metro Atlanta for a day filled with fellowship, live music and plenty of door prizes. Thank you to all who participated and this year's event sponsors!

A huge thank you to the Clayton County Office of Digital Equity for hosting its Navigating Your iPhone/iPad training session at the Forest Park Senior Center. Residents were able to learn how to operate their respective smartphones, download apps and even update personal settings. Technology can be tricky at times, so our seniors were beyond thrilled to receive one-on-one technical assistance. Learn more about the Clayton County Office of Digital Equity and upcoming training sessions by visiting www.digitalequity.claytoncountyga.gov.

The future of Forest Park just became even brighter after city leaders and Georgia Power announced the official launch of ONE Light, a new strategic initiative which aims to complete the upgrade and replacement of the city's aged high-intensity discharge (HID) light fixtures with more reliable, efficient light emitting diode (LED) lights.

Prior to the launch of the campaign, city staff and representatives from Georgia Power conducted an in-depth analysis of the city's current street light inventory in order to evaluate area outages and future needs. Officials plan to use the collected data to enhance visibility for pedestrians, bicyclists and motorists during dark hours, while also working to increase public safety efforts in areas throughout the city.