City Web site gets extreme makeover

The City recently launched our new Web site. If you've not been on it yet we invite you to visit www.JohnsCreekGA.gov and check it out.

It has significantly more information about the City and people who serve you, with enhanced navigation to find that information. It also expands your ability to conduct business with the City online. We plan to add to these offerings over the next several weeks.

Coming soon: an A-to-Z Service Index and an "I want to..." feature. Both allow you to quickly find the information you're seeking based on your specific needs. We welcome any feedback or questions.

'Report to Community' now available

Download your copy here. Read about the City's accomplishments since its founding, about City departments and their responsibilities in serving you, as well as fiscal year budget information.

Police to raise funds for Special Olympics

Johns Creek Police will join 1,000 other Georgia law enforcement agencies this May in the annual "Law Enforcement Torch Run" for Special Olympics Georgia.

In conjunction with the run, the JCPD will host a round-the-clock "Cops on Shop" sit-in at Garrison's Broiler & Tap rooftop May 1 to May 3, and a Special Olympics Golf Tournament at the Standard Club on May 18.

Read more.  |  Tournament Registration / Sponsorship Opportunities.

April 1 deadline to file Homestead Exemptions

City homeowners have until April 1 to file Homestead Exemption applications with Fulton County. Only those who have not applied previously or qualify for new exemptions need to fill out the paperwork.

There are four categories of exemptions:  Basic, Senior Basic, Additional Senior and Full Value. Applications must be filed with the Fulton County Board of Assessors, not the City. Read more.

Time to renew business tax certificates

Businesses in the City have until March 31 to renew their business tax certificates by submitting a business tax return with full payment of all fees and taxes due. Renewal applications were mailed in December.

Failure to receive a renewal application does not relieve a business of its responsibility to pay the tax in full by the deadline. Late payments are subject to a 10 percent penalty and interest of 1.5 percent a month. Questions? Contact Revenue, 678-512-3200.

"Johns Creek 101" class returns this spring

The Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce's popular "Johns Creek 101" class series returns April 28. The 4-class series provides a quick and fun way to meet the people who run the City, find out what they do and learn exactly how the City came to be.

Classes run from 9:30 am to noon on consecutive Tuesdays:  April 28, May 5, May 12 and May 19. Class size is limited to 45 people. The last session filled up fast so register soon at www.gnfcc.com/events.

For more information contact Sarah Christenson at 678-397-0562 or schristenson@gnfcc.com.

City's 1st 'Go Green–Be Green' 5K run March 14

The City's first "Go Green-Be Green" 5K Fun/Run takes place in Technology Park/Johns Creek on Saturday, March 14. Check in and day-of-race registration begin at 6:45 am and the starting gun sounds at 8. Entry fee is $20 (until March 7); $25 afterward and day of race.

Presented by Recreation & Parks, "Go Green–Be Green" features organic refreshments, music and eco-conscious products for race participants. All proceeds benefit Johns Creek Beautification.

Visit www.rungeorgia.com or Active.com for race info and registration.

Johns Creek joins "Relay For Life" April 17-18

As the American Cancer Society celebrates its 25th anniversary of "Relay for Life," the City joins the effort hosting its first edition of the fund-raiser April 17-18.

The event takes place from 7 pm to 7 am at Taylor Road Middle School, capping a four-month local fund-raising effort to fight cancer and raise awareness of cancer prevention and treatment. See how you can get involved.

Creek Arts Scene

Johns Creek is fortunate to have a wide variety of outstanding fine arts organizations offering theater, dance, music, visual arts and more.

To get information about upcoming performances, exhibits, workshops and other arts activities, please visit our online calendar.

Check out coming events from Autrey Mill Nature Preserve and Heritage Center, NE Spruill Oaks Library, Academy of the Arts School of Ballet and the Johns Creek Symphony Orchestra.