Purchasing Director Ted Burgess named Chairman of the Legislative Committee

Fayette County, Georgia, May 15, 2019 – The Governmental Purchasing Association of Georgia (GPAG) is an organization dedicated to promoting ethical standards, professional development, and legislation that promotes effective and efficient purchasing. Shortly after being named the county’s Director of Purchasing, Ted Burgess became a GPAG member. . . READ MORE

Broom Boulevard Culvert Replacement - Update

Fayette County, Georgia – May 9, 2019 – Broom Boulevard near Chappell Road is currently reduced to one-lane for a SPLOST stormwater pipe replacement project.

This project, initially scheduled to be complete in December 2018, has been a challenge since unforeseen site conditions caused project completion to be delayed…READ MORE

Graves Road Culvert Replacement - Update

Fayette County, Georgia – May 9, 2019 – Graves Road is currently closed to thru traffic between Veterans Parkway and Ginger Cake Road for a SPLOST stormwater pipe replacement project. The road was closed on December 28th, 2018 due to a wash out around the pipe culvert.

Utility relocation is currently underway. A new power pole was installed in April, and two of the three…READ MORE.

Old Senoia Road Culvert Replacement - Update

Fayette County, Georgia – May 9, 2019 – Old Senoia Road is currently closed to thru traffic at Perry Creek for a SPLOST stormwater pipe replacement project. The contractor, McCoy Grading, began excavating pipe and replacing the water line in April.

The location of the current gas line for this project was deemed not to be in conflict with the new culvert location. However,…READ MORE.

FAYETTE COUNTY FIRE & EMERGENCY SERVICES
OUTDOOR BURNING BAN TO GO INTO EFFECT MAY 1, 2019

A reminder to all Fayette County residents the Georgia Environmental Protection Division (EPD) Open Burning Ban will be in effect May 1st through September 30th. Fayette County is part of 54 Metro-Atlanta and surrounding counties that are subject to the open burning ban during the summer months.

No outdoor burning will be allowed until the ban is lifted on October 1, 2019.

During the burn ban residents may use alternative methods for disposal for yard debris. The County has a designated area at the waste transfer facility on First Manassas Mile for the dumping of debris, for a fee. Residents may also contact the County Extension Office for information on other methods of disposal.

Residents should also note that the disposal of household garbage by burning is not allowed at any time during the year and this violation is strictly enforced.

Fayette County Fire Chief David Scarbrough says “It is very important for all citizens in Fayette County to follow the burn ban rules and regulations for the health and safety of our citizens during these months.”

For more information about the ban and safe outdoor burning residents can visit our webpage.

Old Senoia Road Closure – Update

Fayette County, Georgia, March 26, 2019 , Old Senoia Road is scheduled to close beginning Monday April 15, 2019 through July 2019, weather permitting, for a SPLOST project. Old Senoia Road will be closed to thru traffic between Hayden Ct and the entrance to Sam’s Lake Sanctuary for a culvert replacement project. Detour signs are in place and a detour route map is provided below. Citizens are encouraged to visit the County’s webpage to gain the latest updates on all 2017 SPLOST projects.

For more information visit the SPLOST project page https://www.fayettecountyga.gov/splost-2017/

Graves Road Closure - Update

Fayette County, Georgia, March 22, 2019 , Graves Road is closed to all through traffic between Ginger Cake Road and Eastin Road. Winter rainfall has caused the area around a culvert to wash out. Detour signs are in place, and a detour route map is provided below.

Utility relocation and construction for the Graves Road Culvert Replacement SPLOST project has begun and is scheduled to be complete by June 2019, weather permitting. Citizens are encouraged to visit the County’s webpage to gain the latest updates on all 2017 SPLOST and projects.

For more information visit the SPLOST project page https://www.fayettecountyga.gov/splost-2017/

Oak Street Closure

Fayette County, GA, March 22, 2019 Oak Street will be closed between 355 and 365 Oak Street periodically over the next few weeks. Residents who live past 355 Oak Street, on Maple Place, or on Hickory Avenue should access to their homes via Hickory Avenue. Advance notice will be posted at least 48-hours prior to the road closure. See the detour map below. Please contact Fayette County at 770-320-6010 or splost@fayettecountyga.gov for more information

Old Senoia Road – Upcoming Road Closure

Fayette County, Georgia, December 20, 2018 Old Senoia Road is tentatively scheduled to close from late January / early February 2019 until late Spring 2019 for a SPLOST project. Old Senoia Road will be closed to thru traffic between Hayden Ct and the entrance to Sam’s Lake Sanctuary for a culvert replacement project. A detour map will be made available following the January pre-construction conference and prior to the road closure

Citizens are encouraged to visit the County’s webpage to gain the latest updates on all 2017 SPLOST and projects.

Webpage: https://www.fayettecountyga.gov/splost-2017/

Antebellum Way Culvert Replacement – Project Delay

Fayette County, Georgia, December 20, 2018 The Antebellum Way Culvert Replacement project was scheduled to be complete in December 2018. However, due to recent heavy rains and unworkable site conditions, the project completion date has been delayed until after the first of the year.

Although the delay in the expected completion of the culvert is a disappointment, the County will provide updates on the progress at https://www.fayettecountyga.gov/splost-2017/

Citizens are encouraged to visit the County’s webpage to gain the latest updates on all 2017 SPLOST and projects.

Webpage: https://www.fayettecountyga.gov/splost-2017/