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Monday and Tuesday Recycling Will Be Collected Wednesday

Posted in Community on January 2, 2018 | Leave a Comment »

Recycling for both the Monday, Jan. 1 and Tuesday, Jan. 2 routes will be collected on Wednesday, January 3. We had a glitch in communication with our recycling vendor over the holidays and have just discovered the error.

If your normal pick up is on Mondays and you placed your recycling out on Tuesday, Jan. 2, just leave it on the curb for collection on Wednesday, Jan. 3.

Thursday, Jan. 4 and Friday, Jan. 5 sanitation and recycling will be collected on the regular schedule.

Thanks for your patience and Happy New Year!

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January Test of Tornado Outdoor Warning Siren System Tomorrow

Posted in Community, emergency management, tagged , on January 2, 2018 | Leave a Comment »

Tomorrow is the first Wednesday of January so we’ll be testing the tornado outdoor warning sirens at 5:00 p.m. The test should last approximately one minute. Should the weather become inclement, the test will be postponed until Thursday, 4 January 2018.

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If you have questions or want more information about the siren system, check out the Siren page on the City’s website or contact Police Lt. Barry Woodward at 404-373-6551.

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Holiday Recycling Tips

Posted in Community on December 26, 2017 | Leave a Comment »

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American’s waste generation per household increases 25 percent, or almost 1,000 pounds of trash, between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day; almost 80 percent of what is thrown away during the holidays could have been recycled or repurposed, according to the U. S. EPA.

The most common non-recyclables contaminating the recycling waste stream during the holiday season include bubble wrap, cellophane, string/rope, ribbons and bows, batteries, food, and clothing. Some of these are recyclable at special drop off locations, but NOT in the curbside bin.

Plan to compost fruit and vegetable peels, coffee grounds, egg shells, tea bags and other organic non-dairy (and no meat items) in your backyard or local compost bin.

And don’t forget to Bring One for the Chipper and recycle Christmas trees, with all ornaments, stands, and lights REMOVED!

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Bring One for the Chipper: Christmas Tree Recycling

Posted in Community on December 21, 2017 | Leave a Comment »

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Bring One for the Chipper! Wednesday, Dec. 27, through Saturday, Jan. 6, City of Decatur residents may drop off live Christmas trees during the annual tree recycling event at the Agnes Scott College parking lot, between 184 and 206 S. Candler St. Please do not leave Christmas trees anywhere else on the Agnes Scott campus.
All ornaments, stands, and lights should be removed from trees before drop off.

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New Deadline: January Variance applications

Posted in Community on December 19, 2017 | Leave a Comment »

NEW DEADLINE:

Due to the City’s holiday closing schedule, the deadline for applications had to be changed.

Variance applications will be accepted at the Design, Environment & Construction Division (DEC) office up to 4:00PM on Friday, December 22nd. The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet as planned on Monday, January 8th at 7:30PM at City Hall.

For questions, please contact DEC Director John Maximuk at 678.553.6570 or John.Maximuk@decaturga.com. Thank you.

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Holiday Schedule for Solid Waste and Recycling Services

Posted in Community on December 18, 2017 | Leave a Comment »

This is a reminder that all city offices are closed for Christmas, Monday, Dec. 25 and Tuesday, Dec 26; and on New Year’s Day, Monday, Jan. 1.

Christmas Holiday, Monday, Dec. 25 and Tuesday, Dec. 26

Regular services for Mon., Dec. 25 will be on Wed., Dec. 27.

Regular services for Tues., Dec. 26 will be on Wed., Dec. 27. 

New Year’s Holiday, Monday, Jan. 1, 2018

Regular services for Mon., Jan. 1 will be on Tues., Jan. 2.

Regular services for Tues., Jan. 2 will be on Wed., Jan. 3.

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This Week in Decatur: December 17- December 23

Posted in Community on December 16, 2017 | Leave a Comment »

This is a weekly blog post that lists all of the events and sales going on around town. It will be updated daily. If you would like to add an event, email renae.madison@decaturga.com.

Sunday, Dec. 17

Monday, Dec. 18

Thursday, Dec. 21

Saturday, Dec. 23

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A Cherry Log Christmas Carol

Posted in Community on December 16, 2017 | Leave a Comment »

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On Sunday, Dec. 17, 5-6:30 p.m., Oakhurst Presbyterian Church invites the community to “A Cherry Log Christmas Carol.” This full-length theatrical performance sets Charles Dickens’s classic tale of redemption in the Georgia mountains for a distinctively Appalachian flair. This one-man play features artist, musician, teacher, and actor Clark Taylor who performs all the characters in this familiar but original interpretation of A Christmas Carol.

Admission is free. Bring your neighbors and friends. A love offering will be accepted to benefit the church’s Youth Program, and refreshments will be served. Everyone is welcome. The church is located at 118 2nd Ave. If you have questions, email info@oakhurstpresbyterian.org.  (Event link: https://oakhurstpcusa.org/2017/11/27/a-cherry-log-christmas-carol-december-17/)

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Decatur #shopspiration: Aimée Jewelry and Fine Art Gallery

Posted in Community, Retail & Restaurants, tagged , on December 13, 2017 | Leave a Comment »

Jump-start your holiday spirit – and shopping! – by going local in the city of Decatur. #holidaysindecaturga #keepitindiecatur #decaturga #shoplocal
 
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Light up the night — or the next seven! — with gifts from Aimée Jewelry and Fine Art Gallery. This boutique gallery offers hand-crafted embellishments that sparkle and shine. Their unique pieces are sure to surprise and delight for Hanukkah and other holiday gifting! With featured artists from around the world, or around the corner, Aimée’s offers a wide variety of necklaces, pendants, earrings, rings, charms, brooches, bracelets, and baubles. They also host rotating exhibits of fine art paintings and sculptures. Speaking of hosting… Aimée is having a party tomorrow! Join in for traditional Hanukkah and holiday snacks, carols performed by opera soloists, late-night shopping, and plenty of good cheer. Thursday, December 14, 6-9 p.m.

 

Aimée Jewelry and Fine Art Gallery
335-B W. Ponce de Leon Ave.
404-371-0099

 

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This Week in Decatur: December 10- December 16

Posted in Community on December 11, 2017 | Leave a Comment »

This is a weekly blog post that lists all of the events and sales going on around town. It will be updated daily. If you would like to add an event, email renae.madison@decaturga.com.

 

Wednesday, Dec. 13

 

Thursday, Dec. 14

  • Terrific Thursday!
  • Steel City Pops Ornament Decorating Party, 2 p.m.
  • Aimee Gallery Holiday Party, 6 p.m.
    • Soloists from the Capitol City Opera Company will be singing traditional Christmas Carols and Hanukkah melodies.
    • Home-made Foods, both Christmas and Hanukkah, from around-the-world will be served: Stollen( German Christmas Cake), Christmas Cookies, Hanukkah Potato Pancakes ( Latkes) with sour cream and applesauce, Hanukkah Doughnuts ( Suvganiot) ( Plain, Custard, Jelly)
    • Egg Nog
    • Both Red and White Wines
  • Bonfire + Marshmallow Roast, 7:30 p.m.

 

 Saturday, Dec. 16

 

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