Dwayne Waterman - Canton City Council

Update: We've extended the time to start the hunt today, Aug. 15. After we close at 5 p.m., you can find the second clue on the landing at the top of the marble steps at City Hall.

Clue #1:

Canton is celebrating its 190th birthday this year, and we want to commemorate this City we hold so dear! 🥳

A history scavenger hunt is what we have in store, so get ready to learn about Canton and of course, to explore! 🔎

Head to City Hall with your family or a friend or two. It’s at office #121 where you will get your instructions and second clue. 🏫

(City Hall Address: 110 Academy St., Canton, GA 30114)

UPDATE**** SHE HAS BEEN LOCATED****

Thank you all for your help and support!
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Please help us locate Sarah Vivian Lukehart, 17 years old, last seen around 6:00 AM this morning at her home in the 100 block of Roy St. Sarah is enrolled in Project Lifesaver, a program designed to assist in locating at-risk individuals who may wander. She is possibly wearing a dark tie-dye shirt, red shorts, and barefoot.

Our officers and detectives are actively searching for Sarah. If you have any information on her whereabouts, please contact 911 immediately.

Thank you for your assistance!

Special Notice: The City of Canton is starting a paving project beginning Mon., July 29, 2024 on the following streets: Elmwood, Dogwood, Alpine, Ivy, Birch, Center, Cross, and Highland.

There will be no street parking Mon.-Fri., from 7 a.m. – 6 p.m., until the project is complete. Overflow parking will be at the Canton Dog Park on Juniper Street.

We apologize for any inconvenience, and thank you for your help and cooperation during this project. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact City of Canton Public Works at 770-720-7674.

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La Ciudad de Canton está comenzando un proyecto de pavimentación en las calles que se enumeran a continuación a partir del 29, de julio del 2024.

Elmwood, Dogwood, Alpine, Ivy, Birch, Center, Cross, and Highland.

No habrá estacionamiento en la calle de lunes a viernes de 7 a.m. a 6 p.m. Habrá estacionamiento adicional en el parque para perros en la calle Juniper.

Pedimos disculpas por cualquier inconveniente y le agradecemos su ayuda y cooperación durante este proyecto. Si tiene alguna pregunta o inquietud, comuníquese con Obras Públicas de la ciudad de Canton al 770-720-7674.

Congratulations, Deputy Chief!

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.

"This is a Magical Place": Canton Unveils New Harmon Park CANTON — Hundreds of people gathered at Harmon Park Tuesday evening to celebrate the re-opening of one of Canton's oldest parks.

Explore Canton GA

Our City Spotlight this week shines a light on Canton, GA. Conveniently nestled between Atlanta and Blue Ridge, the beauty of the foothills and the Etowah River surrounds the City, which boasts a blend of southern charm and forward thinking. From vibrant murals to exceptional outdoor experiences, there’s something for everyone in Canton.

Find out more at www.cantonga.gov.



Photos: City of Canton GA The Mill on Etowah Emily Perry Davenport

Join us for the Canton City Council meeting tomorrow night, March 21, 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 March 21 meeting agenda will cover, but is not limited to, the following:

✅ 10-minute Public Input
✅ Discussion and Possible Action on Updates to Zoning Map and Other Unified Development Code Amendments
✅ Discussion and Possible Action on Abandonment of Alley between 120 and 140 Crisler Street
✅ Discussion and Possible Action on Brown Park and Etowah River Park Restroom Renovation Project
✅ Discussion of Sunnyside Mural Concept
✅ Discussion of Canton Theatre Lighting and Sound Upgrade
✅ City Manager's Report
✅ Mayor's Report

For the complete March 21 City Council Meeting agenda, visit https://canton.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx

Live from the Historic Canton Theatre, Mayor Bill Grant will present the 2024 State of the City Address, Jan. 30, at 6 p.m. WLJA 101.1 FM's Randy Gravley will emcee the event, and a few special guests will be invited up on stage for "Conversations on Canton."

Three ways to tune in from home: listen live at WLJAradio.com or 101.1 FM, or watch live on the City of Canton YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/.

We can't wait to share with you about Canton's then, now, and coming soon!

Looking for an opportunity to work in the City of Canton with THE best Canton Police Department! Then look no further as we are seeking a Records Technician for the Department. Starting salary is $20.00 per hour, dependent upon education and experience, and inludes a full benefits package.

The position is responsible for performing technical duties in the maintenance of PD records, including processing and entering records into the online system; typing correspondence; preparing reports and summaries; notarizing documents; maintaining files of document correspondence; answering telephone requests and providing information; and greeting visitors.

For more information or to apply, visit www.cantonga.gov/careers or go to https://www.cantonga.gov/Home/Components/JobPosts/Job/78/169.

Canton PD is committed to providing a professional and community police department to serve the City. It is the goal through problem-oriented policing and increased community ties that the department will continue to provide the safest environment for all who live, work and travel through the City of Canton.

January 9th is National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. We are grateful to all who serve and work to keep us safe. Especially Canton Police Department, GA !

What do you love about Canton's Downtown? What needs improvement? Does there need to be more parking or more greenspace? A two-way main street or keep it as is? Less events Downtown or add a better variety of events?

On Wed., Jan. 10, from 4-6 p.m. at City Hall, you can provide your feedback on those questions and so many more at the Canton Downtown Master Plan (DMP) Community Open House. During this informative event, you can review our conceptual recommendations and let us know how you would like to see the Downtown develop!

Spread the word, as we want as much community input as possible!

Join us tomorrow to celebrate Veterans Day! As a thank you to and recognition of our Veterans, American Legion Post 45 will host a Veterans Day Parade (Nov. 11), at 11 a.m. in Downtown Canton! After the parade, be sure to walk around Downtown and view the Veterans Banners that honor and remember the service members from the City of Canton. We hope you can join us!

A reminder that today 10/4 from 2:20pm to 2:50pm EST, there will be a nation-wide test of the emergency alert system . the emergency test message will broadcast to all wireless devices which are powered on, not set to "airplane mode", and able to receive alerts. This alert will not interrupt on-going phone calls on cell phones during the test period, but the alert will resume if a phone call ends during the scheduled alert time. For additional information, please refer to the FEMA and FCC Plan or reputable news articles.

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No matter how you are feeling or what you are experiencing, you are NOT alone! Help is 3 digits away. If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, call or text 988 to be connected to a free, 24/7, confidential resource offered in both English and Spanish. You can also chat at 988lifeline.org.

Help is within reach!

City of Canton and Downtown Development Authority invite you to drop by the Downtown Master Plan “Project Crawl” on September 28, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., at the Historic Downtown Canton Cannon Park!

You can provide your valuable input at this community event and let us know what you would like to PRESERVE, CHANGE, CREATE, and CONNECT in your downtown!

City Launches Veterans Program: Banners for the Brave! The City of Canton wants to honor and remember those who bravely served our country! Banners for the Brave is a new program that will give recognition to Veterans to thank them for or remember their service.

Veterans in the program will be featured on sponsored custom banners with their photo, name, branch of service, and rank and/or war served. Retired or honorably discharged members of the United States Armed Forces who reside in the City of Canton, or resided in the City of Canton and are now deceased, are eligible for the program. Banners will be installed and on display one month prior to Veterans day, approx. Oct. 9 - Nov. 13, 2023.

Learn more or submit application here: https://www.cantonga.gov/our-city/banners-for-the-brave

Information about the community center. Please contact us if you’re interested in renting out a room.

Canton PD is now accepting applications for the fall session of the Citizen's Police Academy. I am a 2019 graduate of the academy, and can honestly say signing up was the best decision my wife ever made on my behalf before telling me. 😁
It is an opportunity to understand what our officers experience on a daily basis, the various trainings they receive, and what sets them apart from others in our state.

Canton Police Department
Citizen's Police Academy application:

Registration link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2023CitizenPoliceAcademy

We would love for you to attend our Citizen's Police Academy. This is a great chance for you to learn about law enforcement and get behind the scene look at our department.

The Academy will start on Thursday, September 14, 2023, and will run through November 9, 2023. All Classes will be held on Thursday from 6-8 PM except for gun range day, and your ride-along (see schedule below).

"The Citizen's Police Academy is one of the most valuable programs we offer in our community outreach efforts. It gives our citizens the opportunity to learn how their police department functions and why certain tactics and investigatory strategies are employed. We look forward to sharing information and forging a partnership with the community members who participate in this exciting program." Police Chief Stephen Merrifield.

The deadline to apply (must be 18 years old) is Saturday, September 2, 2023.

Schedule:

Thursday, September 14, 2023.
Session 1: Introduction to Canton Police Department – Get to know our leaders, organization, facility, and the curriculum we have planned for your next seven weeks.

Thursday, September 21, 2023
Session 2: Uniform Patrol Officers and Operations – Meet Officers and discover their role in the overall justice system. We give you a detailed look at the inner workings of day-to-day policing.

Thursday, September 28, 2023
Session 3: Cherokee Multi-Agency Narcotics Squad (CMANS) – Get an insider’s look at narcotics Investigations. A member of CMANS explains the unique aspects of undercover work – use of informants, warrants, repeat arrest statistics, ‘designer drugs’ and what citizens need to know to aid in combating drugs in our city.

Thursday, October 5, 2023
Session 4: Criminal Investigations Division – Interact with our Detectives as they share regulations, insights, and tools for criminal investigations. Try your hand at retrieving fingerprints in a live demonstration.

Thursday, October 12, 2023
Session 5: Special Operations- Find out how Officers enforce traffic laws, handle DUI cases and investigate Vehicle accidents. Put yourself in the driver’s seat as you view fast-paced, onboard videos from past incidents.

Thursday, October 19, 2023
Session 6: 911/Jail Tour – Tour the 911 Communication Center and the Cherokee County Adult Detention Center.

Thursday, October 26, 2023
Session 7: Use of Force, Taser, and Introduction to Fi****ms – Receive basic instruction of suspect and prisoner control – what can and cannot be done, the types of restraints available to Officers, and standard internal investigations in each of these cases. Various devices will be displayed and demonstrated.

Saturday, November 4, 2023
Session 8: Gun Range (Location and time will be announced)– This is possibly the most exciting course for academy students and officers. We offer live weapons demonstrations, group instruction, and a personal chance to use our weapons.

Thursday, November 9, 2023
Session 9: Graduation Awards Dinner and Community Relations – Understand the critical role of community policing and the future of our Canton Police Department. Hear closing remarks from Chief Merrifield and be presented with graduation certificates.

Apply with the link above. Once you apply, we will make contact with you to confirm your registration.

Please join us for our third annual Canton Multicultural Festival, on Saturday, September 9, 2023, from 11 AM to 3 PM.

During the event, there will be free food, a soccer tournament, arts, music, and live entertainment highlighting cultures from around the world. If you would like to register for the soccer tournament, please do so on our webpage linked below.

English: www.cantonga.gov/mcfest
Espanol: www.cantonga.gov/mcfestespanol

Bring your friends and family for a fun-filled day!

Dog park. Food trucks. Playground. Ropes course. Nature trail.....

Do we have your attention yet? Let us know today at the South Canton Park Design Open House if these are amenities you want at the City's newest park-to-be. Or, do you have other ideas or feedback you want to share? We want to hear from you, so stop by City Hall today between 4-5:30, and tell us all about it!

Please share with teens you may know looking for a job.

Parents, share with your teens; Teens, tell your friends...

Are you looking for that summer-only job, part-time job, internship, or looking to fulfill volunteer service hours?

Then join us for the City's second annual: Jobs & Resources Fair for Teens & Young Adults, April 24, from 3-6 PM Hall

Mentors will be on hand to provide resume reviews and interview tips. Enjoy free snacks and drinks, and there will be plenty chances to win raffle prizes!

To view the event web page and for a complete listing of businesses and organizations participating: www.cantonga.gov/teenjobfair (This will be updated daily as more register to participate).

If you are a business or organization that is interested in participating, please email Lauren Johnson at [email protected]

We are looking to add to our team! Now Hiring: PT Administrative Support for the Canton Police Department.

At the City of Canton PD, we are committed to providing a professional and community police department to serve the City. It is our goal that through problem-oriented policing and increased community ties the department will continue to provide the safest environment for all who live, work and travel through the City of Canton.

The Administrative Support will be responsible for providing administrative support for the operations of the City of Canton Police Department. This position reports to the Administrative Services Manager. Work schedule will vary depending on the needs of city operations resulting in approximately up to 28 hours per week. To apply go to www.cantonga.gov/government/careers

FYI

Work is underway on North St. In Downtown Canton to install a new sanitation enclosure and grease trap to service the restaurants and businesses there. To safely work on this project, the left lane of traffic, spanning from the corner of Dupree St. and North St. to the crosswalk at Cannon Park, has been closed to pedestrians and vehicles. Time estimated to completion is six weeks, weather permitting. Funding for this project has been provided by the City of Canton Downtown Development Authority.

Last night, Mayor Bill Grant presented the 2023 State of the City Address.

"Tonight, I am proud to report the state of our City is more compelling than ever before, and we are determined to continue to brighten the corner where we are in the coming year and those that follow," said Mayor Grant. "This address is an opportunity to share some of our unique achievements from this past year, recognize some local champions for their work, and set the stage for what is sure to be another busy year of continued planning and implementation."

For the complete presentation, visit www.cantonga.gov to download a pdf version or watch online.

The City of Canton Municipal Court has elected to hold an Amnesty Month from Jan. 1, 2023 to Jan. 31, 2023, at 5 p.m.

"This is an opportunity for individuals to clear up a municipal record and start the new year with a clean slate,” said Judge Thomas Roach, Jr. “The last few years have left a lot of people in very difficult financial straits, as the pandemic and the economy have taken a toll on us all. Unfortunately, incurring a fine because of a criminal citation makes matters worse.

“We appreciate the work of our judiciary in assisting with this matter, and we hope that all affected will take advantage of Amnesty Month in the City of Canton." Read more: https://www.cantonga.gov/Home/Components/News/News/1304/14