City of Decatur- GA

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Congratulations to Decatur’s newly seated City Commission! We look forward to their leadership and collaboration ahead. To learn more about the City Commission, visit decaturga.com/citycommission.

The City of Decatur will be testing the Tornado Outdoor Warning Sirens today, Dec. 3, at 5 p.m. Should the weather become inclement, the test will be postponed. For more information, please visit the Tornado Outdoor Warning Sirens page: decaturga.com/ems/page/torna…

The City of Decatur will be testing the Tornado Outdoor Warning Sirens today, Nov. 5, at 5 p.m. Should the weather become inclement, the test will be postponed. For more information, please visit the Tornado Outdoor Warning Sirens page: decaturga.com/ems/page/torna…

The MARTA Decatur Station’s western entrance (bus loop side) has reopened! Community members may use either entrance for station access. Thank you for your patience! Learn more about the square transformation at squareshakeup.com

The western Decatur MARTA entrance will remain closed until Tuesday, Sept. 9 to allow for additional improvements. Work will continue through the weekend. Please continue to follow pedestrian detour signs or use the Mobility shuttle. For more visit itsmarta.com/decatursquare.…

The City of Decatur will be testing the Tornado Outdoor Warning Sirens today, Sept. 3, at 5 p.m. Should the weather become inclement, the test will be postponed. For more information, please visit the Tornado Outdoor Warning Sirens page: decaturga.com/ems/page/torna…

Tomorrow, the western MARTA station entrance will close from Sept. 2 – Sept. 5 for renovations of the square above the station. Follow pedestrian detour signs or use the Mobility shuttle when transferring. No changes to bus/rail service. For more visit itsmarta.com/decatursquare.…

MARTA's western station entrance will close Sept. 2- 5 for renovations of the square above the station. Follow pedestrian detour signs or use the Mobility shuttle to transfer between trains/buses. No change to bus/rail service.  For more visit, itsmarta.com/decatursquare.…

City of Decatur facilities will be closed on Monday, September 1, 2025, in observance of Labor Day. All City offices and facilities will reopen for regular business hours on Tuesday, September 2. We wish everyone a safe and enjoyable holiday!

As we approach Labor Day this Monday, here is a reminder of the waste and recycling schedule: Regular service for Monday will be Tuesday, Sept. 2. Regular service for Tuesday will be Wednesday, Sept. 3.

Plan now! Switching to clean energy can lower household emissions and save you money. The deadline to qualify for the 30% federal solar credit ends Dec. 31, 2025. Visit: irs.gov/credits-deduct…

The City of Decatur will be testing the Tornado Outdoor Warning Sirens today, August 6, at 5 p.m. Should the weather become inclement, the test will be postponed. For more information, please visit the Tornado Outdoor Warning Sirens page: decaturga.com/ems/page/torna…

Decatur Station’s western entrance (bus loop side) is closed for renovations until July 25. Use entrance located at 400 Church Street. To transfer between buses/trains, follow pedestrian detour signage or board a MARTA Mobility shuttle running between either side of station. Details: itsmarta.com/decatursquare.…

The City of Decatur will be testing the Tornado Outdoor Warning Sirens today, July 2, at 5 p.m. Should the weather become inclement, the test will be postponed. For more information, please visit the Tornado Outdoor Warning Sirens page: decaturga.com/ems/page/torna…

As we approach Independence Day this Friday, here is a reminder of the waste and recycling schedule: Regular service for Thursday will be Wednesday, July 2. Regular service for Friday will be Thursday, July 3.

Today (June 27) is the last day to apply for Decatur’s Charter Review Commission! Don’t miss your opportunity to be selected through the civic lottery and make an impact in our city. Your voice matters—help shape the future of Decatur! Apply today at decaturga.com/crc.

UPDATE: East Lake Drive will be closed again to thru traffic at 2nd Av. on Wed., June 25, from 7 – 8:30 a.m. to complete the removal of an extreme-risk tree. Red lines indicate road closures to thru traffic—follow detour signs. The yellow mark shows the tree removal work zone.

We assure you that businesses in and around Decatur’s Square are staying open during the transformation. While the N. McDonough parking loop is closed, parking in paid lots and pedestrian access is available so you can still shop, dine, and support your favorite local spots.

East Lake Dr. will be closed at 2nd Ave. on June 24, from 9 – 11 a.m. for the removal of an extreme-risk tree. Red lines indicate road closures to thru traffic—residents will still have access to their homes, follow detour signs. Yellow shows the tree removal work zone.

Please note the following street closures in preparation for the Decatur Beach Party: • East Court Square – closes at 4 a.m. • E. Ponce de Leon Ave (between Church St. & Clairemont Ave) – closes at 7 a.m. • N. McDonough St. – closes at 11 a.m.