Enter the City's Holiday Spirit Awards

• Business Award: The most creative, original display of holiday cheer by a business.
• Sparkle & Pizzazz: Homes with the most...

Avondale Estates Named Best Small Town Beer Scene

Town Green Receives Regional Excellence Award

The City of Avondale Estates and the Avondale Estates Downtown Development Authority received the 2022 Regional Excellence Award in the Great Places category for the Town Green project from the Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC) ...

Commissioner Chat Thursday Evening

Visit with Commissioners Merriam and Shortell to ask questions and share your input. The discussion will center around capital project updates and the Comprehensive Plan work program for 2021-2025. The event will be at City Hall on Thu., Nov. 3 from 6:30-...

Halloween 2022 Traffic Plan

The City of Avondale Estates welcomes residents and visitors for Halloween on October 31, 2022. To keep everyone safe, the city’s police department has developed the following traffic plan:

 Beginning at 5:30 p.m., the following roads wi...

The Return of Avondale Ale Dales

Join us on the 'Dale Ale Trail this weekend to celebrate the Return of Avondale Ale Days. Enjoy live music, food and local craft beers along the ‘Dale Ale Trail at Little Cottage Brewery, The Lost Druid Brewery, My Parents' Bas...

Pumpkin Patch at the Town Green

Traditions Trees Pumpkin Truck will be at the Market Pavilion of the Town Green Saturday, Oct. 8 and Oct. 15 from 3-6 p.m. They will have a huge variety of pumpkins and gourds, hay bales, cornstalks, a kids pumpkin painting station, and a "Pumpkin Wa...

City Welcomes New Deputy Chief of Police

Please help the City welcome Deputy Chief Anthony Cappuccio to the Avondale Estates Police Department. Cappuccio was sworn into service on Tuesday, Sept. 20. Cappuccio served four years in the United States Marines Corps and is an Iraq wartime veteran. Af...

Take the Covington Highway Corridor Planning Survey

As the City plans for the eventual evolution of Covington Highway, residents, businesses and community members are invited to participate in a survey to provide feedback on the future of the corridor. Weigh in on the long-term plans to address multi-modal...

9/11 Remembrance

The City of Avondale Estates will hold a 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony on Sunday, September 11 at the Dewey C. Brown Plaza. The ceremony will begin at 8:30 a.m. and will include a ringing of the bell at 8:45 a.m. to mark the time the first tower was hit.

On th...

Coffee with a Cop August 17

Join your neighbors and police officers for coffee and conversation on the patio of Banjo Coffee. Enjoy a coffee courtesy of Travis Gilday State Farm (while supplies last).

Capital Projects Open House

Capital Projects Updates

Here’s a brief recap provided to the Board of Mayor and Commissioners on July 27, 2022 regarding the City’s current capital projects:

Town Green Construction: The final items on the Town Green’s construction punch list are sch...

July 4th Fireworks with the DeKalb Symphony Orchestra

Bring your blankets and chairs to the Town Green for a fun and festive Fourth. The DeKalb Symphony Orchestra lead by guest conductor Tamara Dworetz will perform at the Town Green for the 4th of July celebration. The concert kicks off at ...

City Closed in Observance of Juneteenth

City Hall will be closed in observance of Juneteenth, a state and federal holiday. No sanitation pick up will occur on Monday, June 20. Sanitation routes will resume on Tuesday, June 21.

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Community Open House

• the Covington Highway study,
• the U.S. 278/Nort...

Statement Regarding Proposed Developments Around the Town Green

Community Enjoys the Town Green at the State of the City

The community joined Mayor Jonathan Elmore and the city commissioners to get a sneak peak of the Town Green at the 2022 State of the City address Thursday, April 21.

Mayor Elmore discussed upcoming development projects, the financial state of the city, as ...

CIty Names Next Chief of Police

The City of Avondale Estates has named Harry Hess as the next chief of police. Hess will take over the leadership role of the city’s police department on April 26, 2022.

“Harry Hess not only brings a wealth of experien...

Abelia Hedge Community Workday Rescheduled to Sat., March 26

City Welcomes New Capital Projects Director

Kristin Moretz, CESSWI, joined the City of Avondale Estates as the the new Capital Projects Construction and Maintenance Director April 13, 2022. She recently worked for the environmental compliance and consulting company Path Light Professionals where sh...

Quick Takeaways from the BOMC

Here are a few quick take-aways from the Board of Mayor and Commissioners (BOMC) Feb. 23 meetings:

City Resumes Normal Operations

The BOMC repealed the resolution that imposed restrictions on city operations in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Happy Presidents' Day

The City is fully operating Monday, Feb. 21 while recognizing Presidents' Day, a federal holiday celebrating George Washington’s birthday and honoring all the United States presidents who served in office. 

Tree Planting for Arbor Day

Pick Up Plastic Film Recycling Container Feb. 1, 1-5 p.m.

The next plastic film recycling day is this Wed., Feb. 2. 

Plans to Return to Normal Operations Feb. 14

The City plans to return to City Hall on Feb. 14. Until then, the City will continue with the following changes in operating procedures:

• Public, in-person attendance at all meetings is suspended and City Hall is closed to the public.
• Check the Municipal Cou...

City Extends Temporary Changes through January

To maintain the health and safety of staff, the City will continue with temporary changes in operations through the end of January.

• Public, in-person attendance at all meetings is suspended, and City Hall is closed to the public. 
• The Municipal Cou...

City Extends Temporary Changes in Operations

In order to reduce transmission and maintain the health and safety of staff, the City will continue implementing the following temporary changes in operating procedures:

• Public, in-person attendance at all meetings is suspended and City Hall is cl...

City Closed in Observance of MLK, Jr. Day

Life's most persistent and urgent question is 'What are you doing for others? - Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

On the 36th anniversary of the King holiday, we honor the legacy of Dr. King, and reflect upon what we can do individually and tog...

Updates to Sanitation and Yard Waste Collection

The following temporary operating changes have been implemented for sanitation and yard waste collection.

• The City is suspending back door sanitation collection. All residents and businesses are asked to move garbage containers to the curb on scheduled san...

City Hall Closed and Staff Moving to Remote Work

To mitigate exposure to the omicron variant of the Covid-19 virus to residents, staff and others, City Hall will be closed to the public and staff will work remotely Dec. 30 through Jan. 14. Additionally, the following operating procedures have been imple...

Early January Court Dates Rescheduled for March

Due to the increasing numbers of positive cases of Covid-19 within the City of Avondale Estates and the State of Georgia, the Avondale Estates Municipal Court will not be in session for the first two weeks of January 2022.We have rescheduled early January...

City Hall Hours This Week

City Hall will be open 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Tue., Dec. 28 - Thu. Dec. 30. City Hall will be closed in observance of New Year's on Fri., Dec. 31. Have a safe and happy new year!

City Hall Closed in Response to Covid-19

We received news that one of our employees tested positive for COVID-19. City Hall will be closed until further notice. During the temporary closure, staff will continue to work remotely. The Board of Mayor and Commissioners regular meeting will still be ...

You're the Judge - Vote for Holiday Spirit Awards

The entries are in and it's time to vote. Thanks to all the fabulous submissions. Avondale Estates certainly knows how to decorate! Vote for your favorites by Sun., Dec. 19 at midnight.

Category criteria:

Business Award: The most creative,...

It's Time to Shine - Enter the Annual Holiday Spirit Award

• Business Award: The m...

Celebrating 37 Years as a Tree City USA Community

Shape Avondale Estates Survey Results

Over a 4-week period between the beginning of November and the beginning of December 2019, 140 individuals took part in an online survey to inform the zoning rewrite efforts currently underway.

Survey results are being used to augment input the staff and c...

Avondale Estates Named a 2019 Live, Work, Play City

On Jan. 27, nine cities received a 2019 Live, Work, Play City Award presented by the Georgia Municipal Association (GMA), in conjunction with Georgia Trend Magazine, during GMA's annual Mayors' Day Conference in Atlanta.

Local Leadership and Support for Trees Recognized

Avondale Estates was one of 34 Georgia cities recognized as a Tree City USA during the state Arbor Day celebration at Trees Atlanta, February 15. Tree City USA provides the framework for community forestry management in cities and towns nationwide that me...

Joint Statement from the Board of Mayor and Commissioners and City Manager Clai Brown

The Board of Mayor and commissioners (BOMC) and City Manager Clai Brown announce that they have reached a mutually acceptable agreement that will allow the parties to move forward in a positive and productive way. Mr. Brown’s last day as City Ma...

Avondale Estates Celebrates the 4th of July

The City celebrated the 4th with its annual 4th of July parade and fireworks show. This year's parade starred a torrent of talented folks. Seed and Feed Marching Abominable joined the parade this year and The Atlanta Freedom Bands, Clarkston High School M...

City Seeks Input on Design Ideas for Downtown Development

Public input is sought for the submitted design ideas of the City-owned four acres (North Avondale Road from Oak Street to Lake Street and north to the mill property). The City received 10 submissions after the Board of Mayor and Commissioners (BOMC) anno...

Avondale Estates Receives National Main Street Accreditation

The City of Avondale Estates has been designated as an accredited Main Street America program for meeting 

 rigorous performance standards set by the National Main Street Center. Each year, the National Main Street Center and its Coordina...

Downtown Development in Avondale Estates: Call for Design Ideas

If you would like to submit a design idea, you must notify City Manager, Clai Brown, via email (rcbrown@avondaleestates.org) or phone 404-294-5400, of your intent to submit by Friday, May 19, at 3 p.m. At that time, you will be assigned a number, which yo...

National Drug Take-Back Day

On Saturday, April 29, the Avondale Estates Police Department partnered with the DEA for their annual National Drug Take-Back Day. Major Browen coordinated the City's participation with the help of his son, Sam, to collect 98 pounds of unwanted a...

Avondale May Ham Fest

This weekend enjoy the Second Annual Avondale May Ham Fest. 

Beginning on Friday, May 5, at 10 p.m. head over to the Avondale Towne Cinema, 106 North Avondale Road, for the pre-party event. Start the weekend twistin' to a rock 'n...

Avondale Estates Celebrates Georgia Cities Week

The City will be participating in Georgia Municipal Association's Georgia Cities Week to celebrate the City of Avondale Estates.

Selfies in Support of Local Business

The City is taking "Shop Local" to a whole new level during Georgia Citi...

Light Up the Lake - Avondale Estates Lantern Parade

The City is excited to announce it will be hosting its first ever Lantern Parade! This event will be hosted by the Avondale Arts Alliance along with the DeKalb School of the Arts (DSA). Celebrate the community and the arts by parading th...

Learn How to Navigate the City's Website

When: Wednesday, May 10, at 7 a.m.; 10 a.m.; 1 p.m.; 4 p.m.; 6 p.m.

Where: City Hall, 21 North Avondale Plaza

The City will hold a day of training classes to educate residents on how to navigate the City's website. Communications Manager Debbie Rev...

City Planner Stevens Graduates from Georgia Academy for Economic Development

The Board of the Georgia Academy for Economic Development announces DeKalb County graduates from the 2016 Region 3 Multi-Day Training Program. Congratulations to Avondale Estates City Planner and Community Development Officer, Keri Stevens. Class particip...

Illuminated Avondale

From the Tudor Village lights to the Lake Avondale Christmas tree, the City is glistening and glowing this holiday season. Happy Holidays from the City of Avondale Estates.

City of Avondale Estates Awarded Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting

The Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting was awarded to the City of Avondale Estates by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada for its comprehensive annual financial report (CAFR). The Certi...Read more...

Avondale Estates Receives 2016 National Main Street Accreditation

The City of Avondale Estates has been designated as an accredited Main Street America program for meeting rigorous performance standards set by the National Main Street Center. Each year, the National Main Street Center and its Coordinating Program partne...Read more...

Small Business Saturday: Shop Small

The City of Avondale Estates will be participating in American Express' Small Business Saturday: Shop Small campaign on Saturday, November 28, to support small businesses in Avondale Estates.

Founded by American Express in 2010, Small Business Saturda...Read more...

Special Collections Occurring on Wednesdays

Special request pickups will now occur once a week on Wednesdays. Fill out a Special Request Form and complete payment by noon on Tuesdays to schedule pickup. Special pickups include large items, small dead animals (in ...