City of Johns Creek June Newsletter

CITY OF JOHNS CREEK, GEORGIA | June 2023

City of Johns Creek Newsletter

Juneteenth Celebration set for Saturday, June 17

The City of Johns Creek's Juneteenth Celebration will feature food trucks, music, family fun, and more on Saturday, June 17 from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Newtown Park.

View Juneteenth Celebration details

Medlock Bridge at State Bridge Revitalization Plan public input meeting set for Thursday, June 1

The City has begun a revitalization plan for the four corners of the Medlock Bridge Road at State Bridge Road intersection. The plan seeks to establish land use, potential housing types, street networks, streetscape standards, and conceptual plans with park/open space design.

Summer Concert Series features 'Slippery When Wet' on Friday, June 2

Listen to the sounds of "Slippery When Wet," the ultimate Bon Jovi tribute band, as they take the stage in the Mark Burkhalter Amphitheater inside Newtown Park on Friday, June 2. The concert is free to attend.

Ride for Vets motorcycle ride set for Saturday, June 3

The Johns Creek Police Department and Johns Creek Veterans Association are hosting a Ride for Vets motorcycle ride to support veterans with PTSD on Saturday, June 3 at 8 a.m. at Newtown Park.

Gather your items to be recycled at this annual event to be held Saturday, June 3 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at City Hall. The event is for Johns Creek residents only and required pre-registration.

Movies at Newtown Park returns Friday, June 9

Bring chairs or blankets to Movies at Newtown Park, which returns Friday, June 9 with a showing of "Lightyear" (PG). Pre-show activities include inflatables, face painting, giveaways, and family-friendly activities.

Comprehensive Plan Update community input meeting set for Thursday, June 22

Provide your input on the City's 2018 Comprehensive Plan Update at a community meeting on Thursday, June 22 at 7 p.m. at City Hall. The update will involve updating the City's demographic profile, existing maps, and community work programs.

Free Outdoor Fitness classes continue in June

There's a new Free Outdoor Fitness class to add to your calendar starting in June! By adding more fitness classes, the city continues to enhance its position as a leader for health, wellness, and innovation.

Qualifying begins for the city's John Creek Aquatic Team (JCAT)

The city-sponsored JCAT, is the Johns Creek State Swim Team and is comprised of qualified swimmers, ages 7-18, from local Johns Creek neighborhood/subdivision swim teams who compete at the Georgia Recreation & Parks Association (GRPA) State Swim Meet.

Stormwater Utility Bill Update

Starting in July, please be on the lookout for your 2023 Stormwater Utility bill. This year, your bill will be coming directly from the City of Johns Creek instead of Fulton County and can be paid on the City’s website. These funds are used to maintain, repair, and replace the pipes and inlets that help drain our neighborhoods and roadways.

For more information on the Stormwater Utility, visit www.JohnsCreekGA.gov/StormwaterUtility.

Construction Project Progress

Construction Project Progress: Crews continue work on important improvements in the city.

Jones Bridge Road Widening (Waters Road to State Bridge Road): The City of Johns Creek held a groundbreaking ceremony for the Jones Bridge Road widening project last month. Construction begins with initial site preparations, safety and erosion fencing installation, as well as various utility relocations throughout the project area. The anticipated project construction completion is in Summer 2025.

Medlock Bridge Road at Johns Creek Parkway: Construction has begun on the intersection improvement project, which includes a sidewalk connection along the east side of Medlock Bridge from Bell Road to Johns Creek Parkway.

Jones Bridge Road Trail & Bike Lane: The Jones Bridge Road pedestrian connectivity project includes the installation of a trail and bike lane along the roadway between Douglas Road and McGinnis Ferry Road. The City is not widening or adding vehicular travel lanes on this northern section of Jones Bridge Road but is excited to be adding the trail for pedestrians and bike lane for cyclists.

Haynes Bridge Road at Old Alabama Road: Crews continue utility work and pouring concrete for curb, gutter, and the sidewalk/trail for the Haynes Bridge Road at Old Alabama Road intersection improvement project. The project is expected to be complete by the end of summer, weather permitting.

View all construction progress updates on the city website.

Stay updated by subscribing to the City's Construction Project Progress email notifications.

Adult Co-Ed Softball registration begins July 1

The City of Johns Creek's fall co-ed adult softball league is gearing up for another year of slow-pitch. Registration runs July 1 through July 23 and is limited to the first eight teams to register.

Save the date: Independence Day Celebration set for Monday, July 3

Bring the whole family for the City's Independence Day tradition complete with food trucks, music, and fireworks at Newtown Park!

City Council Recap

During its May meetings, the Johns Creek City Council:

Approved engineering for multi-modal improvements to Barnwell Road (between Nibilck Drive and North Peak Drive)
Approved construction of a left turn lane on Taylor Road in front of Chattahoochee High School
Approved an amended investment policy
Approved a maintenance contract for Cauley Creek Park
Approved ordering lacrosse field lights for Newtown Park
Approved construction of a fiber connection on Old Alabama Road for the traffic control system
After hearing from the community, denied a zoning request for a Tim Horton's coffee shop on State Bridge Road
Recognized the Mayor's Art Competition winners
Recognized Student Leadership Johns Creek Secretary of State Ambassadors State Champions
Recognized the City's Finance department for receiving the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) Distinguished Budget Award
Appointed an Arts, Culture, and Entertainment Committee member
Recognized retiring Parks Manager Robby Newton
Recognized outgoing Recreation Manager Kirk Franz