City of Johns Creek August Newsletter

CITY OF JOHNS CREEK, GEORGIA | AUGUST 2018

City of Johns Creek Newsletter

August Featured Event:

Sister Hazel Concert at Newtown Park Saturday, Aug. 4

Learn about the Summer Concert Series

Mayor Bodker's August message

Read Mayor Mike Bodker's August message, which discusses students returning back to school this month.

View the August message

City Council proposes millage rate rollback for 2018

To offset property tax reassessment increases, the City of Johns Creek City Council has proposed a rollback of the city’s millage rate to no higher than 3.870. The proposed rollback represents a .49 decrease from the adopted 2017 rate of 4.360. This marks the first time in the history of the city that we are beginning with a revenue neutral rollback.

City holds ribbon cutting for Parsons Road sidewalk project

The City of Johns Creek held a ribbon cutting ceremony this morning to mark the completion of the Parsons Road sidewalk project.

Johns Creek receives Distinguished Budget Presentation Award

Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) has awarded the City of Johns Creek the GFOA’s Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for its Fiscal Year 2018 budget.

Sawnee Foundation presents grant to Public Safety Foundation

The Sawnee Electric Membership Foundation (Sawnee Foundation) presented a $7,800 grant to the Johns Creek Public Safety Foundation toward the purchase of three new, fully equipped police bicycles and car racks for the Johns Creek Police Department.

Pup-a-Palooza vendor registration now open

Pet-related vendors are invited to participate in Pup-A-Palooza, set for Sept. 22. The event features music, contents, and fun activities for people and pets!

Free Outdoor Fitness continues in August

Join us for the Free Outdoor Fitness classes on Sundays in August at Newtown Park.

The next session of Clubhouse Fitness starts the week of Sept. 4 and offers yoga, Zumba, and more for beginners to experts.

Autrey Mill Preschool Mini Camp offered in August

The three-day mini-camp at Autrey Mill Nature Preserve is designed for children ages 4-6.

Public Safety Foundation Casino Night set for Aug. 4

Spend the evening supporting Johns Creek’s first responders during the Johns Creek Public Safety Foundation’s Casino Night on Saturday, Aug. 4 at St Ives Country Club.

Watch 'Paddington 2' at Movies at Newtown Park Aug. 11

Bring family and friends for the final Movies at Newtown Park event of the season. Join us to watch 'Paddington 2' and enjoy children's activities, music, and food.

Mayor Bodker to host MLB Play Ball event Aug. 22

The free MLB Play Ball event focuses on the fun nature of baseball and encourages an active and healthy lifestyle.

Country Current, U.S. Navy Band, newly added to Summer Concert Series lineup

The United States Navy Band Country Current is the Navy's premier country-bluegrass ensemble and will perform at Newtown Park on Friday, Aug. 31!

Johns Creek City Hall moved to temporary space

City Hall moved to its temporary space at 10700 Abbotts Bridge Road, Suite 190, while renovations are made to the new, permanent City Hall building at 11360 Lakefield Drive .

Read more about the move .

Independence Day Celebration 2018

Nearly 4,000 people filled Newtown Park for the City's Independence Day Celebration on July 3. Music from Bogey & the Viceroy got the crowd grooving and an awesome fireworks display capped off the celebration at dusk. Thanks to all who attended!