Douglasville
Celebrating Celebrating
Big Moves, Bright Lights & Winter Highlights
Greetings from Mayor Rochelle Robinson
Welcome to this issue of our Douglasville Impact
Newsletter! The holiday season is upon us and there’s so much to celebrate. Before we get to 2026, please take
the time to look through this issue and see what’s happening in the city during the holiday season
Reflecting on 2025, I am so proud of our accomplishments. We held ribbon cuttings on two major projects Jessie Davis Park
Town Green / GreyStone Am
renovations in March and the brand-new Recycling Center in October! Thanks to the wonderful stewardship of our staff and the support of residents like you, we have been able to make these projects a reality. Thank you for your continued support!
Please stay up to date on all the latest projects in the city through our website, DouglasvilleGA.gov, or by following us on all social media platforms.
AGod s blessings on you, your families, and the City of Douglasville.
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City offices are temporarily relocating to 6758 Spring St the former Heirway Academy Bldg during construction of the new City Hall building. Administration, Community Relations, Finance, Community Development, Human Resources, Legal, and the City Clerk's Office can be found at this new location. Engineering will be relocating to the Public Services Building at 8845 Courthouse Square W Main Street and Economic Development will be relocating to the Welcome Center at 12385 Veterans Memorial Hwy
Holiday City Closures
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Celebration of Lights
Family-Friendly Fun and Seasonal Magic
Experience the Magic of Douglasville’s Lights!
Take in the sparkle of the season with Douglasville’s holiday light displays and decorations From the glowing Christmas tree at the Douglasville Town Green to festive touches all around town, there’s no shortage of photo-worthy moments. Be sure to tag us in your pictures using @CityofDouglasvilleGA— we love seeing your holiday cheer!
You’ll find decorations at O'Neal Plaza, Church St, Freedom Island, the Town Green, Police Department, and Jessie Davis Park
For a full list of seasonal events and activities, visit DouglasvilleGA.gov/CelebrationOfLights
Friday, Dec 5, 6:30pm / Down Church St. & Douglasville Town Green Kick off the holiday season with the festivities in Downtown Douglasville! Enjoy the Christmas Parade, real reindeer, live music, photos with Santa, and holiday fun for all ages The night ends with the annual tree lighting at the Douglasville Town Green you won’t want to miss it!
Jingle Jamboree
Don’t Miss The Holiday Cheer
This Holiday Season / Downtown Douglasville
Stroll Main Street and take in festive window displays, holiday charm, and small-town magic while you shop and explore downtown
This Holiday Season
Saturday, Dec 13, 4–8pm / Douglasville PD
Celebrate the season with the Douglasville
Police! Enjoy vendors, Santa, music, and more at this free holiday festival
In front of the Conf. Center
Send holiday wishes straight to Santa drop your letters in the big red mailbox in front of the Conference Center by
December 16 to get a reply!
Saturday, Dec 6, 9am-12pm
Ike Owings Community Center
Start your morning with Santa! Enjoy breakfast, holiday music, carols, and festive crafts for kids and the whole family
Saturday, Jan 10, 9am–2pm
Home Depot on Douglas Blvd.
Turn your holiday tree into something new! Recycle your live tree at the end of the holidays to support a cleaner, greener community
A Message from City Manager Marcia Hampton
As already noted in this
newsletter, starting in January 2026, city hall staff will be
moving to a temporary location while a new city hall is built.
City offices will be temporarily located to 6758 Spring St , the former location of Heirway
Christian school, for the next
2-3 years City services will not be disrupted during this time. To find a full listing of the services located at the temporary City Hall and other city facilities, you can visit our
website at
DouglasvilleGA gov
We continue to be committed to transparency, accountability, and providing exceptional service to every member of our community. If you’re experiencing a serious concern, have an unresolved issue, or need assistance beyond a routine request, please email ask-customer service@douglasvillega.gov or call 770.920.3000 (Monday-Friday, 8AM-5PM) and ask to speak to the
Customer Service Manager
As we close out the year, please continue to be safe and enjoy this holiday season with your family and friends.
Douglasville Recycling Center DouglasvilleRecyclingCenter
8145A Cedar Mountain Rd, Open Tuesday - Saturday / 8:30am - 5pm
Why Recycling Matters
Recycling is giving old things
new life! Think before you
toss. Instead of throwing
things away, help the Earth
stay clean and use less new stuff That means fewer trees
get cut down, less trash in the ocean, and animals stay safe!
Recycling Right Checklist
1. Verify it can be recycled
2 Empty and rinse
3 Take off caps/lids
4. Flatten & save space
5. Bring to recycling center
Christmas Safety
Winter Safety Tips from the Douglasville Police
Carbon Monoxide Safety
Use gas appliances safely, install CO detectors, and only operate gas generators outdoors 2
Pet Safety
Keep pets indoors during extreme weather, provide warm shelter and water, and avoid icy surfaces
Blocked Off Areas
Obey barricades, warning signs, and take alternate routes
Limit Outdoor Activities (Kids & Elderly)
Minimize outdoor time and take warm-up breaks if outside
Walking & Moving
Take short, slow steps, keep hands free, avoid phones, and stick to paths
Vehicle Preparation
Ensure your vehicle is winter-ready and carry an emergency kit including blankets, food, water, flashlight, first-aid kit, medications, and provisions for kids and pets
Be Weather Aware
Monitor forecasts and alerts; use a weather radio, if available
Driving Safety
Drive slowly, watch for black ice, and use both feet and hands when exiting
Heat & Fire Safety
Never use gas ovens for heating, never leave fireplaces unattended, and ensure proper ventilation for heaters
Dress in Layers
Wear loose, lightweight layers with a waterrepellent outer layer and safe footwear
Outdoor Stairways
Use handrails, maintain three-point contact, and don‘t rush
Report Unsafe Conditions
Notify authorities of hazards to protect yourself and loved ones
