City of Duluth, Georgia

Road Closure Notice

The intersection at McClure Bridge Road, West Lawrenceville Street and Irvindale Road in the City of Duluth will be closed for a period of four (4) weeks to complete the construction of the Duluth Roundabout.  The closure will start on February 13, 2012 and continue through March 12, 2012.  These roads will be closed to all through traffic.  Please see the detour map to find the best route.  Through traffic must use Pleasant Hill Road to Buford Highway, or Peachtree Industrial Boulevard to SR 120 (Abbotts Bridge Road) to get through Duluth.

Traffic will not be permitted to cut through Howell Springs Drive, Irvindale Road, Pine Needle Drive or Frankie Lane, as these roads will also be affected by the closure.  Signs will be placed around the City to assist with the detours around this construction zone.

Residents who live in this area and local business owners will be able to access their properties during this four (4) week period.  Provisions are also in place for emergency vehicles to have access.

For more information about these construction projects, please contact the Planning and Development Department at (770) 476-1790.  Thank you for your patience and cooperation.

Members of the Community Sought to Serve on Downtown Development Authority

The City of Duluth is looking for individuals in the community that would like to have a part in planning what happens in Downtown Duluth. The Downtown Development Authority’s specific purpose and mission is to:

• Revitalize and redevelop the central business district.
• Develop and promote for the public good and general welfare, trade, commerce, industry, and employment opportunities.
• Finance projects within the central business district that will develop and promote the public good and general welfare.
• Issue bonds to finance projects.

Members are appointed for a four-year term. The Downtown Development Authority meets the third Tuesday of every month at Duluth City Hall at 6:30 pm. There are specific requirements for serving on this Authority.
The City has numerous Boards, Authorities and Commissions and is always accepting applications. You may see all opportunities on the page listed above. If you have any questions please contact, Teresa Lynn at tlynn@duluthga.net or 770-497-5301.

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State of the City 2012

Community Betterment Program

The Community Betterment Program is a program sponsored and funded by the City of Duluth. The program’s main objective is to provide funds for projects that will enhance the entire City. Designed to encourage community involvement through grant funds, the program will build pride; create enduring neighborhood-based organizations; and encourage alliances among residents, local businesses, schools and government. If you are interested in applying for these funds, please contact William Aiken at waiken@duluthga.net or call (678)475-3519.