City of Canton GA

Special Notice: City offices and Collection Site will be closed July 4 & 5 for the holiday. The Collection Site will also be closed July 6.

We hope you have a colorful, bright, and patriotic Independence Day celebration and weekend!

The Canton Police Department would like to remind our citizens who plan to celebrate this 4th of July Holiday by using fireworks to use them safely, responsibly and within the confines of State Law and our City Ordinance.

-Except as noted below, consumer fireworks may be used or ignited ON ANY DAY beginning at 10:00 a.m. and ending at 9:00 P.M.
{O.C.G.A. § 25-10-2(b)(3)(B)(i)}
-Consumer fireworks may be used or ignited ON JULY 3, JULY 4, & DECEMBER 31 after 9:00 P.M. and up to 11:59 P.M. and on JANUARY 1 after 9:00 P.M. and up to 1:00 A.M.
{O.C.G.A. § 25-10-2(b)(3)(B)(iii) & (iv)}

Each 4th of July, Canton Police Department responds to numerous noise violation calls for service due to people shooting off fireworks well into the early morning hours. We ask our citizens to please adhere to the legal cut off time for fireworks on July 3 and 4, which is 11:59 p.m. We trust this will minimize this type of call activity and also preserve the peace for city residents during the early morning hours.

Special Notice: Brown Park and its perimeter parking will be closed on Friday, July 5, for a special First Friday event surprise. The park will fully reopen on Saturday, July 6. Thank you for your understanding, and we apologize for any inconveniences.

Special Notice: This week, the City Collection Site will have reduced hours for the Independence Day holiday. Mon., July 1, Tues., July 2, and Wed., July 3. the Collection Site is open to all residents 7 a.m.-4 p.m., 12-1 p.m. closed for lunch.

Thurs., July 4, Fri., July 5, and Sat., July 6, the Collection Site, as well as City offices, are closed for the holiday.

Please contact Public Works if you have any questions: 770720-7674.

Here's the quick run-down for Independence Day celebrations and activities!

1. Float on the Fourth - For the first time ever, Murphs Surf, along with The Mill on Etowah and Reformation Brewery - Canton, is hosting the "Float on the Fourth" event—a festive, fun-filled adventure on the Etowah River. Grab a tube or kayak and take in the natural beauty of the Etowah River.

2. 4th of July Parade in Historic Downtown Canton GA at 6 PM
After a day on the river, head to Historic Downtown Canton for our annual 4th of July Parade hosted by American Legion Post 45. This year’s parade promises to be a lively, patriotic, and festive display of community spirit!

3. Fireworks Display on Riverstone Parkway at dusk
Cap off your Independence Day with a bang at our awe-inspiring fireworks display. This year, Canton is pulling all the stops to put on a show you'll never forget. The night sky will light up with a spectacular presentation of colors and patterns, creating a magical atmosphere that’s perfect for all ages. Favorite viewing spots include Riverstone Corner Bistro, Publix at Riverstone, and Etowah River Park!

Enjoy Cherokee

Celebrate Independence Day in Canton! | Explore Canton, GA Explore Canton is gearing up for a spectacular 4th of July celebration, and we have three must-see events to tell you about that will make this Independence

It's Smokey Bear's 80th Birthday! 🐻 🎉

To celebrate, participate in the Smokey Bear Reading Challenge from now until August 31 on Beanstack.

Join us on Beanstack to get started: bit.ly/SRLS-Beanstack

Next week: get free admission to the Cherokee County History Center during City of Canton GA Stroll the Streets! Our good friends over at R.T. Jones Memorial Library will also be holding a pop-up library right in our parking lot!

Between 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 27, you can check out the exhibits, including our brand-new temporary exhibit on pottery, then checkout some great books 📚

Visit https://explorecantonga.com/events/downtown-canton-stroll-the-streets/ for more info.

Special Notice: Starting Mon., June 24 at 8:00 a.m., East Main St. at Jeanette St. will be narrowed to one lane to complete a sewer tap by a City contractor. This work should be completed by 5:00 p.m. Certified flaggers will be on site to direct traffic. Please see map below for location of closure as indicated in orange. Thank you for your understanding and patience during this closure.

Special Notice: The City of Canton received unfortunate news earlier this week that Mark Chesnutt will no longer be able to perform as a headliner at River Rock Music Fest on Sat., July 27, due to health reasons.

“It is with a heavy heart that I announce the cancellation of my upcoming shows,” announced Chesnutt. "I send my love and gratitude to my family and friends, the band and fans for your understanding, prayers and support, and look forward to seeing you all again soon at a h***y tonk near you.”

The City plans to work with Chesnutt's management company to secure a replacement headliner in the coming weeks. The new headliner announcement will be made soon.

Further details: https://conta.cc/3VNVR5k

Press Release: Headliner Cancellation for Canton's River Rock Music Fest for Sat., July 27; New Headliner to Be Announced Next Week FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   Headliner Cancellation for Canton's River Rock Music Fest Sat., July 27; New Headliner to Be Announced Next Week (CANTON, Georgia, June 20, 2024)—The City of Canton received un

There's still plenty of time! Take the Canton Citizen Survey by June 28 to provide your feedback about City services, parks, infrastructure, and more!

We'd love to have you participate in our 2024 Citizen Survey! Let us know your feedback on what's going great in Canton, what we need to improve on, and any ideas you may have! The survey should take no more than 10 minutes to complete, and all answers are anonymous. Take the survey by scanning the QR code below or visiting https://op2.us/Canton-SM. We can't wait to get your input!

City offices and Public Works facilities will be closed Wed., June 19, for the commemoration of Juneteenth, a federally recognized holiday since June 2021. We will return to normal business hours the following day. Thank you for your understanding!

It's Father's Day! Today we honor our incredible fathers. By whatever name or relation, we all have one in our life. Their dedication, compassion, and love inspire us every day and encourage us to do the best we can. So we celebrate the grill masters, the Daddios, and the terrible dad jokes that come with them. We love you!

Happy Flag Day! 🇺🇸 Today, we honor the symbol of our Nation's unity, strength, and resilience. Let's celebrate the values that our flag represents - freedom, justice, and equality for all. Regardless of our differences, may we always stand united under the stars and stripes.

The input period has been extended for the Greenways & Trails Master Plan. If you didn’t get a chance to, you still have time to provide input through the survey and mapping activity. We hope you take some time to review and complete the survey. You can access the project website by clicking https://bit.ly/3KcEMvq.

Congrats to two members of Team Canton on being recognized by the Cherokee Chamber of Commerce as a Top 10 in 10 in Cherokee County! Kevin Turner, Community Development Director, and Lt. Jesse Hamilton, Canton Police Department, GA, were given the distinct honor this year!

The Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce is honored to announce the 2024 group of Cherokee County's Top 10 in 10 Young Professionals to Watch. The Top 10 in 10 initiative is designed to cultivate and showcase exceptional Cherokee County young professionals. The program is coordinated by the Chamber, in partnership with Enjoy Cherokee Magazine.

The rising stars recognized as Cherokee County’s next generation of community leaders include, (front row, l to r): Daylan Greene, Attorney/Partner, Goodwin Moss & Greene, P.C.; Hillary Nichols, Counselor, i-Grad Virtual Academy, Cherokee County GA School District; Laura Chambers, Executive Director, Marketing, Chick-fil-A Outlet Shoppes at Atlanta; Dr. Neely Bursmith, Ambulatory Care Pharmacist, Medical Associates of North Georgia, a division of Northside Hospital Healthcare System Cherokee; Vanna Hernandez, Project Manager, Cherokee Office of Economic Development.

(back row, l to r): Kevin Turner, Community Development Director, City of Canton GA; Casey Barton, Captain, Uniform Patrol Division, Holly Springs Police Department; Chris Luly, Director, Planning & Zoning, City of Ball Ground; Casey Belli, Assistant Principal, Cherokee High School, Cherokee County GA School District; Jesse Hamilton, Police Sergeant, Criminal Investigations Division, Canton Police Department.

Please help us in congratulating this exceptional group of young professionals!

Join us for the Canton City Council meeting tonight, June 6, at 6 p.m. You can attend in person at City Hall (110 Academy St.) or watch live online (https://canton.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx).

The June 6 meeting agenda will cover, but is not limited to, the following:
✅ Master Plan Amendment Request to Add Residential as an Allowed Use in Riverstone Pod B and Variance Request to Reduce Required Buffer
✅ Explore Canton Updates
✅ 10-minute Public Input
✅ Discussion and Possible Action on Canton Housing Team Recommendation that the City Create a Canton Community Land Trust
✅ Discussion and Possible Action on an Amendment to the Resurfacing Intergovernmental Agreement with Cherokee County
✅ Discussion and Possible Action on Private Railroad Crossing Agreement with Georgia Northeastern Railroad Company, LLC
✅ City Manager's Report
✅ Mayor's Report

For the complete June 6 City Council Meeting agenda, visit https://canton.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx

Just a reminder 🦜
Downtown Canton GA First Friday with A1A Jimmy Buffett Tribute Show and every other First Friday show is FREE. No tickets needed. Scammers are out in force right now trying to ‘sell’ their tickets. Please don’t fall for their garbage. When in doubt you can email the Downtown Development Office @ [email protected]

See you soon!

Reminder: 2nd Historic District Expansion and Historic District Residential Design Guidelines “Open House” on June 4, 2024, from 4-7 p.m., in the Canton City Hall Auditorium.

The City of Canton and the Historic Preservation Commission invite you to the 2nd Historic District Expansion and Historic District Residential Design Guidelines “Open House” on June 4, 2024, from 4-7 p.m., in the Canton City Hall Auditorium.

Please feel free to drop in anytime from 4-7 p.m. to engage in conversations with the Historic Preservation Commission about the proposed Historic District expansion and the draft residential design guidelines. This will be an opportunity for you to continue conversations on the draft guidelines that includes revisions from previous feedback.

We'd love to have you participate in our 2024 Citizen Survey! Let us know your feedback on what's going great in Canton, what we need to improve on, and any ideas you may have! The survey should take no more than 10 minutes to complete, and all answers are anonymous. Take the survey by scanning the QR code below or visiting https://op2.us/Canton-SM. We can't wait to get your input!

Join us this Friday at POPS Canton for Coffee with a Cop from 9am-10am for Coffee with a Cop!

The City of Canton and the Historic Preservation Commission invite you to the 2nd Historic District Expansion and Historic District Residential Design Guidelines “Open House” on June 4, 2024, from 4-7 p.m., in the Canton City Hall Auditorium.

Please feel free to drop in anytime from 4-7 p.m. to engage in conversations with the Historic Preservation Commission about the proposed Historic District expansion and the draft residential design guidelines. This will be an opportunity for you to continue conversations on the draft guidelines that includes revisions from previous feedback.

Join us as we look at the official unveiling of the Sunnyside Mural in Canton, Georgia! On May 13, 2024, City of Canton officials, members of the Canton Public Arts Commission, and an enthusiastic crowd came together to celebrate Canton's latest Public Art installation.

Take a behind the scenes look at artist Graham Carraway's creative process and vision for this vibrant new addition to the Sunnyside community! Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yJADOp45qQs&t=1s

Want to learn even more? Read all about it on the Explore Canton Blog here: https://explorecantonga.com/blog/sunnyside-shines-bright-with-new-mural/

Sunnyside Mural Unveiled in Canton, GA Join us as we look at the official unveiling of the Sunnyside Mural in Canton, Georgia! On May 13, 2024, City of Canton officials, members of the Canton Publ...

The City of Canton Police Department proudly announces the promotion of Captain Jeff Tucker to the position of Deputy Chief. With over three decades of dedicated law enforcement experience, Captain Tucker has exemplified outstanding leadership and commitment to public service.

Captain Tucker's career in law enforcement began in 1986 in Michigan before joining the Canton Police Department in 2003. Throughout his tenure, he has served with distinction in various capacities, including Traffic Officer, Traffic Corporal, Traffic Sergeant, and Uniform Patrol Lieutenant. In 2018, he was promoted to the rank of Captain, where he has effectively overseen departmental operations and initiatives. In his role as Administrative Bureau Commander since 2022, Captain Tucker has been responsible for overseeing fleet management, emergency operations, administration and records bureau, code enforcement, parking enforcement, property evidence management, and accreditation, among other duties. He has also spearheaded innovative programs such as the Electric Motorcycles Program and License Plate Recognition Systems, contributing to improved departmental efficiency and effectiveness.

Chief Marty Ferrell remarks, "Captain Tucker's promotion to Deputy Chief is a testament to his unwavering dedication and exceptional leadership within our department. Throughout his career, he has consistently demonstrated a commitment to innovation and excellence, and I have full confidence in his ability to continue serving our community with integrity and professionalism."

The City of Canton Police Department extends its heartfelt congratulations to Captain Jeff Tucker on his well-deserved promotion. We are confident that his leadership will continue to uphold the highest standards of service and safety for the residents of Canton.

The Canton Police Department, GA Presents: Teen Police Academy, this summer, June 24-26! Are you ready to crack the case?

**APPLICATIONS NOW CLOSED**

Calling all teen detectives! 🔎

Are you ready to crack the case? Join us for an immersive Murder Mystery Teen Police Academy!
Date: Monday June 25- Wednesday, June 27th, 2024
Time: 10am-2pm
Location: Canton Police Department
Dive into the world of policing in a thrilling and engaging way!
🔎Investigate crime scenes
🔎Analyze evidence
🔎Interview witnesses
🔎Learn from real officers and detectives

This is your chance to experience law enforcement up close and personal in a safe and fun environment!

Parents, encourage your teens to join us for an unforgettable experience that combines education with excitement!

*No cost associated, Lunch Provided*
*must be 14-18 years old to apply*


Please contact [email protected] with any questions.