CITY OF SOUTH FULTON
KEEPING OUR SENIORS, YOUTH, & VETERANS ENGAGED
VALENTINE’S DAY PARTY
Councilwoman Rowell and Councilwoman Gumbs teamed up for the third Senior Valentine’s Day Party at the picturesque 70-acre Enon Ranch. This day party draws over 300 seniors and features a delightful soiree of delectable food, soulful music, dancing, and joyful camaraderie among attendees.
HEALTHY SOUTH FULTON DAY
Healthy South Fulton Day is a community event that encourages residents of all ages to get active and embrace healthier lifestyles. The event features a variety of activities for young people, as well as a senior zone with health services and resources, and fitness demonstrations. The goal is to provide programming that is accessible and enjoyable for everyone in the community.
NATIONAL SENIORS DAY CONFERENCE
The National Seniors Day Conference offered South Fulton seniors an engaging platform for informative sessions, fitness demonstrations, and community connection. Attendees explored vital topics like estate planning, self-care, and Medicare, alongside a broad array of services tailored for the aging population.
DAUGHTERS OF VETERANS BRUNCH HONORS SOUTH FULTON’S HEROES
Councilwoman Catherine Rowell, Councilwoman Linda Pritchett, and Georgia State Senator Sonya Halpern proudly hosted the second annual Daughters of Veterans Brunch. This heartfelt 2024 program spotlighted Military Occupational Specialties, emphasizing the valuable skills veterans bring to the civilian workforce. Attendees were deeply moved by powerful testimonials from veterans and their families, gaining a deeper appreciation for their challenges and postservice successes.
Giving Back
SERIES OF FOOD DRIVES WITH JACOB’S HEALING HANDS TO ADDRESS FOOD INSECURITY
Councilwoman Dr. Catherine Rowell partnered with Jacob’s Healing Hands to host a series of coordinated food drives aimed at alleviating food insecurity among vulnerable residents. These events provide fresh produce to individuals facing economic hardship. The initiative fostered community solidarity, reduced immediate hunger, and strengthened the safety net for residents in need. Special thanks to members of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity and Westlake High School for providing volunteers to assist with these food drives.
PUBLIC WORKS EMPLOYEE APPRECIATION LUNCHEON
In celebration of National Public Works Week, Mayor Pro Tem Linda Pritchett and Councilwoman Dr. Catherine Rowell hosted an Employee Appreciation Lunch to honor the dedication and vital contributions of city public works staff. The event recognized field crews, engineers, and administrative personnel for their year-round commitment to maintaining the city’s infrastructure, ensuring public safety, and enhancing residents’ quality of life.
TRANSFORMING DISTRICT 1:
STRATEGIC INFRASTRUCTURE
CULVERT/BRIDGE REPLACEMENT
The Enon Road over Camp Creek Tributary Project successfully replaced an aging culvert to improve drainage and enhance safety for motorists and pedestrians. Enhancements included upgraded stormwater management, 6-foot-wide sidewalks, and aesthetic features like stamped concrete borders.
INVESTMENTS UNDERWAY
STREET AND PEDESTRIAN LIGHTS
The City of South Fulton is working with our utility companies to improve street lighting. Corridors with existing or proposed sidewalks will have both street- and pedestrian lights which include:
• Cascade Road, Danforth Road to Fulton Ind. Blvd
• Camp Creek Parkway, Old Fairburn Road to Fulton Ind. Blvd
• Enon Road, Camp Creek to Vandiver
• Fulton Ind. Blvd, Cascade Road to Riverside Drive
• Merk Road, Camp Creek Parkway to Aldredge Road
• Riverside Drive, Campbellton Road to Fulton Ind. Blvd
SIDEWALKS/PEDESTRIAN/BIKE IMPROVEMENTS
The Danforth Road Sidewalk Project is complete, adding a half-mile of 5-foot-wide ADA-compliant sidewalks from Cascade Road to Rehoboth Circle. The project also included new curb and gutter, improved stormwater management, and pedestrian lighting. Additionally, East Great Southwest Parkway (off Fulton Industrial Blvd) has been fully reconstructed with new curb and gutter and updated roadway striping.
TRAFFIC-CALMING ORDINANCE UPDATES TO ENHANCE NEIGHBORHOOD SAFETY
South Fulton’s new traffic calming ordinance makes it easier for residents to improve their neighborhood safety. A key change also dedicates 25% of school-zone camera revenue to fund projects that prioritize pedestrian and cyclist safety. The City Council has lowered the petition signature threshold and expanded the list of eligible streets, with Woodside Hills and Sandtown Center already seeing new installations.
INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS AT STONEWALL TELL & CAMPBELLTON ROAD
South Fulton has completed a major improvement to the Campbellton Road and Stonewall Tell Road intersection, which now features a new traffic signal and a standard four-way layout to dramatically reduce congestion and improve safety. The project was finished in 12 months and came in under budget. It adds new sidewalks, streetlights, and improved drainage at the intersection to improve accessibility and safety.
UPCOMING RENOVATIONS
The Southwest Arts Center is undergoing a multi-milliondollar renovation that includes a roof replacement, new theater seating and flooring, a new box office, concession and kitchen area, bathroom renovations, and new interior finishes and landscaping. Renovations were completed on the Studio building at the end of 2024 that included replacement of the HVAC system, new flooring to include the dance studio, new furnishing and music equipment, and a refresh of the Black Box Studio.
Renovations have begun at Sandtown Park to include a renovated concession stand, outdoor restrooms and new fencing around the fields. Phase II will include a new skybox, reconstructed walkways and repaving of the parking lot.
LOOKING AHEAD, TRAMMELL CROW PARK WILL RECEIVE A SOFT SURFACE WALKING TRAIL AND A TODDLER PLAYSET
FULTON COUNTY’S DISTRICT 1 SEWER EXPANSION TO BEGIN IN 2025
Following community advocacy and a February 2023 joint town hall hosted by Councilwoman Catherine Rowell and Commissioner Khadijah Abdur-Rahman, Fulton County has launched a major initiative to extend sanitary sewer access to unserved communities. The project will lay 24,000 linear feet of sewer lines to connect 150-160 properties along the following roads: Boat Rock, Campbellton, Bruce Place and New Hope. Construction will be phased, with City-coordinated pavement restoration to minimize disruption.
Phase 1: Boat Rock Road
Phase 2: Elva Drive
Phase 3: Elva Drive
Phase 4: Bruce Place
Phase 5: Boat Rock 1
Phase 6: Trammell Outfall
Phase 7: Elva Drive
Phase 8: Binford Place
Phase 9: New Hope Road
Phase 10: Campbellton Road
Phase 11: Campbellton Road
FROM REYNOLDS ROAD SW TO BRUCE PLACE
FROM BORDEAUX COURT TO CAMPBELLTON ROAD
FROM NEW HOPE ROAD TO EAST OF ELVA DRIVE
FROM BOAT ROCK ROAD TO ELVA DRIVE FROM NEW HOPE ROAD TO 5225 CAMPBELLTON ROAD
COMMUNITY UPDATES
SOUTH FULTON AWARDS $172K FOR FACADE UPGRADES TO 20 LOCAL BUSINESSES
The City of South Fulton, in partnership with South Fulton Development Authority (SFDA) awarded a total of $172,600 in façade improvement grants to 20 local small businesses.
Using ARPA funds, the City is providing grants for businesses to make exterior upgrades like new awnings, lighting, and signage. This initiative aims to enhance commercial corridors, create a more welcoming environment, and boost the local economy.
NO SOLID WASTE RATE INCREASE FOR 2025
City of South Fulton residents will continue to receive enhanced solid waste services in 2025 with no increase in rates. The annual cost will remain at $233.16, ensuring affordable and reliable service for the upcoming year.
SOUTH FULTON ROLLS OUT CLEAN ENERGY ELECTRIC VEHICLE INITIATIVE
The City of South Fulton installed new EV charging stations at three locations and will add 17 EVs and 15 hybrids to its fleet, supporting a cleaner, more sustainable environment.
CITY OF SOUTH FULTON LAUNCHES PROJECT LIFESAVER PROGRAM
The South Fulton Police Department’s Project Lifesaver uses wearable transmitters and advanced tracking to quickly and safely locate residents with cognitive conditions prone to wandering. The program boasts a 100% nationwide success rate and an average recovery time under 30 minutes, significantly reducing risks for vulnerable residents. To learn more or enroll a loved one, contact the City of South Fulton Police Department.
A CITY ON THE RISE
COSF CELEBRATED AS VISIONARY CITY BY
GEORGIA MUNICIPAL ASSOCIATION
Launched in 2023, the Balling with a Purpose Workforce Academy is a program that blends basketball with career-focused education. Students from all seven districts are gaining “lifechanging” skills in the electrical trade, with expansion into HVAC and carpentry tracks planned for 2025. The program’s success earned South Fulton a prestigious Vision City Award from the Georgia Municipal Association, an honor given to only nine cities out of 536 statewide.
CHARTING THE PATH AHEAD: STRATEGIC PLANNING IN PROGRESS
The City of South Fulton engaged Lionheart Consulting Group (LCG) to update the Strategic Plan the City adopted in 2020. LCG engaged with citizens via a citywide survey and through in-person gatherings throughout each District. Over the next five years, this blueprint will help guide the City of South Fulton in repairing roads, expanding community programs, and attracting new businesses. Our goal is to set clear timelines, prioritize key initiatives, and ensure residents see real progress. Economic stability will be reinforced through diverse revenue streams, support for local entrepreneurs, and a commitment to financial accountability. Additionally, infrastructure projects will prioritize improvements to roads, public spaces, waste management, and transportation options, ensuring a more sustainable and well-connected City of South Fulton.
CEDAR GROVE FIRE STATION EXPANSION
The City of South Fulton broke ground for the expansion of Fire Station 6 (6720 Cedar Grove Road). The project, aimed at improving public safety and firefighter well-being, will add new staff bunkers, upgraded restrooms, a state-of-the-art fitness and training room, and a community space for public meetings.
Notably, this expansion sets a precedent in sustainability as the Fire Station transitions to being fully solar powered, a pioneering step in the City of South Fulton's commitment to sustainable eco-friendly initiatives.
BUILDING THE FUTURE:
MAJOR INVESTMENT PROJECTS ACROSS THE CITY
The city acquired 4715 Frederick Drive to serve as its new Administration Building, housing key departments like the City Manager’s Office, Human Resources, Finance, IT, and General Services.
The City purchased 51 acres at 3000 Cascade Palmettos Highway to build the Fire Headquarters Complex that will also house training and logistics operations, and 7 acres on Oakley Industrial Blvd to build a new fire station in response to the growth in the city.
The City is significantly expanding Fire Station 6, located at 6720 Cedar Grove Road in Fairburn, to boost firefighter well-being and community engagement. Upgrades include additional bunkers, modernized restrooms, a state-of-the-art fitness and training facility, and a new public meeting room. A major highlight: the station will become fully solarpowered, reflecting South Fulton’s commitment to a sustainable future.
The City of South Fulton is making a major investment in its future, acquiring 244.3 acres for over $8 million. This includes 62 acres with a building, additional land from Fulton County, and parcels to expand the area between SWAC and Trammel Crow Park, notably with frontage on Cascade Road.
The demolition of Jackson Music at 7445 Old National Hwy marks a significant step towards the construction of the new South Fulton Police Department Headquarters and Courthouse, scheduled for completion in late 2026.
SHARE FEEDBACK ON THE
FULTON INDUSTRIAL BLVD POST OFFICE!
You can support the effort to improve postal services by submitting a USPS service complaint on Congresswoman McBath’s website. The form is available at mcbath.house.gov, and by using the proper channels, you contribute to ongoing efforts to resolve mail delays in our community:
• Select “United States Postal Service” as the agency involved and include key details: the nature of the issue (e.g. delays, lost packages), incident dates, tracking numbers, etc.
• Attach relevant documentation like receipts, photos, correspondence.
• Provide your contact info so the Congresswoman’s office can follow up.
• Your feedback plays a valuable role in improving postal service for our community.
SOUTH FULTON TO EXPAND ITS BRANDING ACROSS THE CITY
The city has installed larger-scale wayfinding signage, and markers throughout the city. These upgrades are designed to make navigation easier for residents and visitors alike, while reinforcing South Fulton’s image as a bold, unified, and future-focused community. Additionally, a Keep South Fulton Clean initiative has been rolled out and features billboards, bus shelter signage and a social media campaign. As these visual cues begin to appear across the cityscape, they’ll serve as tangible reminders of the city’s commitment to advancement and growth—affirming that South Fulton is indeed a city on the rise!
Show us your pride in pushing for a cleaner, stronger community by: 1. Spotting a sign 2. Safely capturing a photo 3. Sharing on social media with the hashtag, #SoFuSoClean Learn More: https://tinyurl.com/5n7avvh8
Councilwoman Catherine Rowell and the Cascade Business Merchants Association invite you to roll up your sleeves and take part in our Monthly Corridor Cleanups. Together, we’ll pick up litter, remove debris, and help keep the Cascade corridor looking its best for residents, businesses, and visitors alike. Bring your energy, a friend, and let’s make a visible difference—one cleanup at a time! November 4,
- COSF Mayor and City Council Elections (Districts 2, 4 & 6) December 2, 2025 - Runoff Election Day
Councilwoman Catherine F. Rowell
City of South Fulton, District 1
5440 Fulton Industrial Blvd., SW
Atlanta, GA 30336
2025 Calendar of Events
AUGUST 16, 2025 | 10AM – 4PM: CULTIVATING COMMUNITY HEALTH IN UNITY
GICC, 2000 Convention Center Concourse, College Park, GA 30337
AUGUST 21, 2025 | 11AM – 2PM: NATIONAL SENIORS DAY CONFERENCE & CPR CLASS (OPEN TO ALL AGES)
Sandtown Recreation Center, 5370 Campbellton Road, South Fulton, GA 30331
SEPTEMBER 27, 2025 | 1:00PM – 4:00PM: D1 BINGO
Sandtown Recreation Center, 5370 Campbellton Road, South Fulton, GA
OCTOBER 8, 2025 | 6:30PM - 8:00PM: D1 TOWNHALL
Sandtown Recreation Center, 5370 Campbellton Road, South Fulton, GA 30331
NOVEMBER 8, 2025 | 11AM – 1PM: VETERANS DAY LUNCHEON
Southwest Arts Center, 915 New Hope Road, South Fulton, GA 30331
DECEMBER 12, 2025 | 10AM – 12 PM: QLS VILLA SENIOR BREAKFAST
4001 Danforth Road, South Fulton, GA 30331