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11/25/24
The City of Fairburn is proud to unveil its new Little Libraries initiative, a program designed to foster literacy and community connection through free book exchanges. Strategically located at three convenient sites—Mario B. Avery Park, Fairburn Youth Center, and Frankie Arnold Stage and Courtyard—these charming book-sharing boxes allow residents of all ages to drop off or pick up books at their leisure.
8/14/24
The City of Fairburn City Council has unanimously approved an amendment to increase the Homestead Exemption for residents who are 70 years of age and older and for disabled residents. This amendment, effective January 1, 2025, provides a significant financial benefit to eligible homeowners by offering an exemption on $30,000 of the assessed value of their primary residence.
8/14/24
The City of Fairburn announces its recertification by the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) to administer federal-aid projects, a critical authorization that empowers the city to fully
manage and execute a wide range of infrastructure projects with no limitations. This significant milestone, known as the Local Administered Project (LAP) Certification, underscores Fairburn’s commitment to excellence and its pivotal role in shaping the future of the community.
8/13/24
The City of Fairburn celebrates the remarkable achievement of 30 dedicated employees who have successfully completed the Georgia Municipal Association’s Supervisory Leadership Development Program. This accomplishment marks a significant milestone in the City’s ongoing commitment to empowering its workforce and fostering a culture of excellence at every level.
8/12/24
The City of Fairburn is expanding its youth sports programming with the addition of a new soccer initiative. After the recent approval of a facility usage agreement between the Parks and Recreation Department and Kids with Goals Futbol Club, youth soccer will be offered at Duncan Park’s Baseball Field #6 (lower baseball field), located at 6000 Rivertown Road, Fairburn, GA 30213.
7/16/24
The Fairburn Police Department has been recognized by the Georgia Association of Chiefs of Police (GACP) for achieving State Re-Certification. This prestigious recognition places the Fairburn Police Department among Georgia's top-tier law enforcement agencies.
7/15/24
The City of Fairburn has been selected as one of the six cities and one county in Georgia to receive a substantial grant from the federal Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) program. U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg announced in June that Fairburn will receive $1,008,000 in funding, part of over $29 million awarded to Georgia projects and among 148 projects funded nationwide in 2024.
7/15/24
The City of Fairburn Police Department will host National Night Out (NNO), a nationwide community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie. The event will be held on Tuesday, August 6, 2024, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Fairburn Park & Ride at 8100 Senoia Road, Fairburn, GA 30213.
1/11/24
The City of Fairburn’s Finance Department has been awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA).
12/20/23
On Tuesday, December 19, 2023, the City of Fairburn Police Department supported over 30 children and families through its Annual Blue Light Christmas Program.
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