The sleigh is in the shop getting the final tune up before the parade. Time to check the reindeer shoes too. There may or may not have been a bit of shenanigans.
'Twas the week before the Parade and all through the square the new banners were hung on the poles with care! Thank you Amanda, at Ten Roof, for these awesome new designs.
The most wonderful time of the year! Well, our public works crew might not think so because it falls on them to transform downtown into a Christmas carol but they do it with a smile! Thankful for all they do for the City.
Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours from everyone at the City of Clayton. Auggie says he is Thankful to call Clayton home.
Although it feels like summer, Christmas is right around the corner and that means it's time for the annual Christmas Parade. The parade, hosted by the City of Clayton and the Rabun County Chamber of Commerce, will be December 6th, at 5:30pm. Know what tops watching the parade??? Being in the parade!! The theme is Christmas movies and joining with your family, your co-workers, your church or even your neighbors to build a float is the perfect way to get in the Christmas spirit. Call Linda at the Chamber to register. Stay tuned for more fun holidays events happening soon.
Upcoming meeting changes:
November Council Work Session and Meeting will be on November 18th. Work Session begins at 4:00pm followed by the Council meeting at 5:00pm. City Hall Courtroom
Planning & Zoning Public Hearing - Nov 6th - 5:00pm followed by the regular meeting at 5:30pm. City Hall Conference Room.
Downtown Development Authority - November & December meetings combined to be held on Dec 9th at 8:30am in the Conference Room. Regular meetings resume in January on the 4th Tuesday at 8:30am.
November Council Work Session and Meeting will be on November 18th. Work Session begins at 4:00pm followed by the Council meeting at 5:00pm. City Hall Courtroom
Planning & Zoning Public Hearing - Nov 6th - 5:00pm followed by the regular meeting at 5:30pm. City Hall Conference Room.
Downtown Development Authority - November & December meetings combined to be held on Dec 9th at 8:30am in the Conference Room. Regular meetings resume in January on the 4th Tuesday at 8:30am.
A perfect Saturday and a perfect way to spend it! Help support our Police Department's efforts to collect toys and funds for Christmas for the youth in our city. Burnout contest to get your heart racing! We hope to see you all tomorrow (Saturday, Oct 11th) from 10am to 2pm at City Hall (837 Hwy 76 W).
Traffic Alert!! Oak Crescent may be closed part of the day on Wednesday, October 1st, to allow utility work. The contractor will do their best to keep traffic flowing but please use alternate route if possible and be patient!
Happy Labor Day from all of us at the City of Clayton!
"It is labor indeed that puts the difference on everything." - John Locke
"It is labor indeed that puts the difference on everything." - John Locke
More Traffic Alerts! It's good news! The paving company will be in the area for the next few days to complete milling and paving of portions of Marsengill, Forrester, Valey and Hiawassee Streets. The roads will remain open with some delays and detours as needed. Please slow down, look at the scenery, smell the fresh air and enjoy the improved roads. Thank you for your patience!
Traffic Alert!! Paving work has begun on Hiawassee Street. The street will be open with one lane and traffic control. Please use caution or avoid the area. Thank you for your patience while we work to improve our city streets.
Community Spotlight! There is someone in our community who is a true force of nature. She serves on multiple boards, helps with all the events, works full time and still makes time for her family. She is giving, caring and extremely humble. She doesn't want attention for all she does, but she deserves to be recognized. She almost singe-handedly makes all the arrangements for the Block Party. She supports other businesses and does it all with a smile on her face. She serves as the CMBA president and also on the DDA Board. If you are at the Block Party tomorrow and you see Sonya Shook, (and you certainly will see her working to get all the food trucks lined up), please thank her for all she does. We are all fortunate to have Sonya working to make downtown the happening place that it is. Thank you Sonya, you are a rock star!!!
Hey! This Saturday! Yeah, that's right. It's time for the Block Party. You all know what that means. Auggie will be judging you if you aren't there.
Traffic alert - Shadyside will be closed on Wednesday, July 30th, to allow for a road repair. The closure will be immediately past the bridge past Marsengill. Both ends of Shadyside will be accessible. The work should be completed by the afternoon. Please plan ahead and use alternate route. Thank you for your patience.
We are looking for a new team member to join our public works team. Please see the job description under employment and submit your application today. Open until filled.
Traffic Alert!! - Hamby Street from Main to Duncan will be closed most of the week to allow crews to replace a collapsed culvert. Please use alternate route. Thank you for your patience.
Happy Birthday America!! Celebrate safely and enjoy time being independent!
Traffic Alert! The south end of Payne Hill will be closed on Wednesday morning for the removal of a tree. Please use alternate route or avoid the area if possible. The north end will not be closed. Thank you for your patience!
Weather Alert!!! Please avoid South Main from Duvall Street to City Limits at Summit Blvd. Multiple trees and power lines are down. Crews are on the way. Please everyone stay safe!!
"And let us never forget that in honoring our flag, we honor the American men and women who have courageously fought and died for it over the last 200 years, patriots who set an ideal above any consideration of self. Our flag flies free today because of their sacrifice." ~ Ronald Reagan
