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The Finance Administrator is charged with stewardship and oversight of the City’s financial resources on behalf of the citizens and the City Council.  Our focus is to ensure compliance with all relevant financial and budgetary regulations, including local, state, and federal laws governing financial information.

The Mayor and City Council determine policies, enact legislation and provide political leadership in the community. The City of Dawsonville is governed by a Mayor and four Council members, who are elected by a City-wide popular vote. City (municipal) elections are non partisan; i.e. candidates do not run as members of a particular political party, and their individual party affiliations are not relevant to their positions in City government. Elected officials serve for terms of four (4) years and until their respective successors are elected and qualified.

Human Resources

The Human Resources/Grant Technician Department provides centralized support to the City's citizens, employees and City Council in the areas of payroll and tax withholdings, workers compensation, insurance benefits, and retirement benefits paperwork with the Georgia Municipal Association, personnel records, employment applications and processes, new employee orientation, and wage and benefit surveys. The Human Resources Department works diligently to ensure compliance with all applicable labor laws.

The Planning Commission for the City of Dawsonville was formed on April 26, 2004 by the Mayor and City Council.

The Planning and Zoning Department is dedicated to providing the
highest level of quality service to the residents, businesses, and visitors
of the City of Dawsonville.  

This Department handles the following:

The City of Dawsonville’s Public Works Department is dedicated to providing outstanding service while maintaining the City’s infrastructure, buildings and grounds, protecting the environment and providing essential services to residents, businesses, and visitors.

The Public Works Department handles the following: 

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The City Manager is responsible for administering the day-to-day operations of Dawsonville’s City government in accordance with local ordinances, laws and policies prescribed by the elected officials. Responsibilities and authorities include overseeing the full spectrum of activities of the City and making decisions to keep the day-to-day operations running smoothly. He acts as a liaison between the City Council and the public by responding to inquiries and resolving conflicts.

The City Clerk’s Office has the responsibility for many functions which
preserve and provide public access to the City's official and historical 
records for an effective and efficient local government.

This Department handles the following:

The Utilities Department is comprised of the following:
  • Garbage Service
  • Wastewater Treatment and Collection
  • Water Treatment and Distribution

The City of Dawsonville is pleased to announce that the City has met and exceeded all requirements set forth by the EPA and EPD of Georgia. The Water Quality Report is compiled of 12 months of daily tests and state required tests performed every day by staff, which are committed to providing you with safe drinking water.

There are two cemeteries within the city limits of Dawsonville, both located on Maple Street. We are no longer selling plots at our historic cemetery. Dawsonville Memorial Gardens offers 2 burial options, including a traditional burial plot or a niche in our columbarium.

DowntownDawsonville.com Take the self-guided tour of Dawsonville.

 

Our Story

The Downtown Development Authority of Dawsonville, Georgia was created by Resolution by the City Council of Dawsonville, Georgia on February 6, 1996 pursuant to O.C.G.A. §36-42-1 et seq.
 

Our Mission

What does the Historic District mean to me? 

The City of Dawsonville functions under a Council-Manager form of government.

The Mayor and four Council Member are elected by citywide vote (at-large) in non-partisan elections and serve four-year terms. They serve as the legislative and policy making body of the municipal government. Together they enact city ordinances, appropriate funds to conduct city business and provide vital services and formulate policies and procedures to be carried out by the administrative staff.

John Walden Mayor

John Walden, Mayor
First Elected: November 2023
Current Term: January 1, 2024 to December 31, 2027
Next Election: November 2027

Council Member of the City of Dawsonville, Georgia

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Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

Good Friday

Memorial Day 

Independence Day

Labor Day

Veterans Day

Thanksgiving Day and the day after 

Christmas Eve 

Christmas Day 

New Year's Eve 

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  • Online payments are available 24 hours a day/7 days a week.

 Other Payment Options

Pursuant to the Georgia Open Records Act (OCGA § 50-18-70 et seq.), the City Clerk's Office provides copies of City public records.

Applications can be submitted by Adobe users on-line by pressing SUBMIT at the bottom of the fillable form, by downloading and attaching the form through email to donna.blan

Applications are for parcels inside the City Limits...Outside the City Limits visit the County Website

Call for verification: (706) 265-3256

(Note: GA Hwy 400 Corridor is in the County)

The City of Dawsonville welcomes your business to our community and appreciates the opportunity to serve you.

Occupational Tax Certificate (aka Business License)

Every business in the City limits, whether commercial or home-based, must apply for an Occupational Tax Certificate (Business License) and renew it annually. 

Each person who is licensed by the Secretary of State pursuant to O.C.G.A. title 43 shall provide evidence of their current and valid state licensure.

City Hall

 A message from your City Manager …

Animal Control

The Animal Control Department serves the residents within the city limits of Dawsonville.

Click here for Animal Code of  Ordinances 

Contact:
Dawsonville City Hall: (706) 203-4924 8:00 am – 4:30 pm Monday - Friday
After Hours / Public Works Department: (706) 531-6454 
Emergency: Call 9-1-1 for a life threatening situation.

There are two cemeteries within the city limits of Dawsonville, both located on Maple Street.

The Glen Wallace City Park provides safe and enjoyable recreation and leisure opportunities that promote the physical, social, and mental wellness to our residents and visitors.

Located on Maple Street, the Glen Wallace City Park was built in 2006. The park is handicap accessible.  There is no cost to use the pavilion for birthday parties or family gatherings, play on the full basketball court or the children’s playground.  Use is on a first come first serve basis, no reservations.

The Glen Wallace City Park closes daily at 10:00 p.m.

Sidewalk

The Public Works Roads Department is responsible for maintenance to all City streets, from repairing potholes, sinkholes and sidewalks, to maintaining and replacing signs, to clearing after storms.

Every time it rains some of the water enters the ground, but the rest of the precipitation runs off over the land surface directly into streams, rivers, and lakes. This is known as stormwater runoff and the land area that drains to these bodies of water is called a watershed. If left unchecked, stormwater can lead to flooding and polluted waterways.

Everything that happens in this watershed – development, pollution, erosion, flooding – has the potential to affect the health and stability of our water, so proper stormwater management and watershed protection is essential.

The City of Dawsonville strives to promote, preserve, and protect the public health of its citizens.  The City offers the removal of house hold garbage only.  ALL GARBAGE MUST BE BAGGED. For questions, please see our TRASH SERVICE GUIDE.

Lawn debris will be picked up the 1st Wednesday of every month.  ALL LAWN DEBRIS MUST BE BAGGED.

The City of Dawsonville’s Wastewater Facility provides the best possible treatment of waste to protect the receiving waters, downstream users, and neighbors. By removing waste from the wastewater and thereby protecting the receiving waters, meeting strict government permit requirements, minimizing odors to avoid nuisance complaints, minimizing costs, minimizing energy consumption, maintaining an effective preventative maintenance program and maintenance of a collection and transportation system to the treatment plant.

New Service

Striving for the honor and recognition of our Veterans and Active Military

A Veteran is a Veteran every day. Pray for our active military and their families. Show respect, salute a Veteran!

In honor and with respect to veterans and active military, both in Dawsonville, Dawson County, and around the country, an annual Memorial Day Service is held at Veterans Memorial Park in Dawsonville.

From large to small, from entrepreneur to established corporations, businesses of every shape and size have settled in the Dawsonville area. Our quaint downtown is ready to help you realize your business potential.

Whether you are a newcomer to Dawsonville, a lifelong resident, or somewhere in between, we are so happy you have made the decision to live, work and/or play in the City.

If there is a question you cannot find the answer to on our website please feel free to visit City Hall; our Business Hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm.

Welcome to Dawsonville, Dawson County, Georgia 30534.

Local Governments
  • City of Dawsonville (Mayor and Council)

City Hall
415 Highway 53 East, Suite 100
Dawsonville, GA 30534
(706) 265-3256
www.dawsonville-ga.gov

  • Dawson County Government 

City Millage Rate: The City of Dawsonville’s current millage rate is rolled back to 0: No City Tax.

THE CITY DOES NOT OFFER RECYCLING- FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL THE SERVICE PROVIDERS DIRECTLY 

 

400 Waste and Scrap LLC

63 Daisy Drive 
Dawsonville, GA 30534
(706) 216-1485 
400wasteandscrap.com

Business Hours:
8:00 am - 5:00 pm Monday - Friday 
8:00 am - 1:00 pm Saturday

 

City Residents

Dawsonville Memorial Gardens plot size is 4 ½’ by 9’  for a single burial.  Cost for a single burial plot is $1,250 plus a $30.00 recording fee.  For information and/or to purchase a plot contact City Hall at (706) 203-4919.

The members of the City of Dawsonville Downtown Development Authority (DDA) have cancelled their regularly scheduled meeting for Monday, July 22, 2019 due to no agenda items for discussion. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for Monday, September 30, 2019 at City Hall located at 415 Hwy 53 East, Dawsonville, GA; the public is invited to attend.

Awarded to Alexander, Almand, & Bangs on 07.08.2019.

Awarded to Great Southern Recreation as the contractor in the amount of $324,749.00

The City of Dawsonville is soliciting the services of qualified Construction Manager to manage and represent the City throughout the phases of projects included in the City’s SPLOST VI, including the design, construction, renovation, and building acceptance phases of the projects to ensure all phases of the projects, and all elements of the work, meet the required quality design standards and construction schedule.

Cancelled, no award made. City determined services were no longer needed.

Bob Bolz

A message from your City Manager .…

Your new and expanded skate park is receiving tremendous use, as are your new basketball court and four pickleball courts. We have an executed IGA with Dawson County Schools for use of a portion of their property that adjoins Main Street Park for expansion of our very popular disc golf. We will begin laying out the course in the next several weeks. We are excited about these new recreation opportunities.

FREE Fun Run and 5K for Dawson School's students, staff and faculty. Sign up here

 

Park in town and enjoy the evening looking at cars and seeing friends. Everyone welcome

Awarded - Magnum Contracting, LLC for $852,380.00

June 7, 2019 at War Hill Park

  • All ages welcome
  • Activities & Vendors open at 6:00 pm
  • Movie begins at dusk
  • Free Admission

Sorry, no pets (service animals only, please)

Click here for more information.

Breakfast With Santa at Rock Creek 
December 7, 2019
8:00 am - 11:00 am
Free Activities for the kids, Photo with Santa, Breakfast, Local Vendors and Crafts

Click here for more information. 

Trick or Treat at Rock Creek

Truck-Or-Treat At Rock Creek
October 31, 2019
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
All Ages Welcome
Activities/Candy/Concessions
Free Admission 

Click here for more information

Hayden Wiggins

Hayden Wiggins, Finance Administrator, was nominated by employees of the City for all his hard work on the 2019-2020 Budget and his willingness to help department heads save cost on expenditures.  Hayden has served the City since 2017.  

Part-time Building Inspector/Code Enforcement Officer

 Applications will be accepted until 4:00 p.m.,  June 26, 2019     

Awarded to Custom Fence of Atlanta on 09.09.2019 in the amount of $127,199.00.

Food Truck Friday

DOWNTOWN AT BILL ELLIOTT ST AND TUCKER AVE

Click Here Land Development Regulations

Gary Barr

November 2019 Employee of the Month is Gary Barr.  Mr. Barr has served the City since March 1991 and is the Utilities Director.  Gary was nominated by his staff.  Mr. Barr is a tremendous asset to the city and the utilities department and those he serves.

Jerry Townley Concrete - $99,628.00
 

Awarded to Cheek Brothers Contractors on 02.03.2020 in the amount of $295,000.00.

Awarded to Lanier Contracting on 02.03.2020 in the amount of $463,677.00.

Sara Beacham

December 2019 Employee of the Month is Sara Beacham.  Mrs. Beacham has served the City since November 2008 and is the Accounts Payable Technician / Event Coordinator.  Sara was nominated for her outstanding work for Food Truck Fridays and Christmas Tree Lighting events.  Sara was also selected Employee of the Year for 2019.  Thank you Sara for all your hard work.

DOWNTOWN DAWSONVILLE

 

Local Business Directory:

 

Alcohol/Gas/Convenience/Vending

Dawsonville Exxon; 236 Hwy 53 W; 706-216-1740

Circle K; 38 Gober Sosebee St S

City Liquor; 55 Hwy 53 W

The City will host the high school students involved with the Chamber of Commerce Youth Leadership group in a role playing exercise as they become Mayor, City Council members, staff positions, applicants, for and against citizens, etc. and role play a public hearing and City Council Meeting. This will be the third year we have done this, and it is the most popular event on their tour. 

Trampas Hansard

The City of Dawsonville is fortunate to have many outstanding employees. Our May 2020 Employee of the Month is Public Works Director Trampas Hansard. Many may not realize that he was the driving force and day-to-day supervisor of everything related to the Farmer’s Market.

Awarded to Jericho Design Group on 04.20.2020 in the amount of $3800.00.

Tracy Smith

Tracy Smith is our March Employee of the Month. Tracy was nominated for her dedication and hard work despite going through radiations therapy and being forced to work from home.  Thank you Tracy for your outstanding job.  

2024 Amicalola Regional Farmers Market
For vendor information, please contact the Chamber of Commerce at 706-265-2442.

 

Main Street Park

Dawsonville is a vibrant community with residents of all ages. Our beautiful parks offer visitors of all fitness levels the opportunity to enjoy the great outdoors. Glen Wallace is a hometown park within walking distance of our downtown. Main Street showcases our community’s commitment to our residents. Offering a wide variety of activities, there is truly something for everyone. So come and enjoy the beauty of our parks, gather with friends, or maybe make some new ones! Explore all that Dawsonville has to offer.

Main Street Park

Located at 304 Main Street, Dawsonville, GA 30534, Main Street Park is bustling with visitors and has quickly become the epicenter of activities here in our beautiful City. With the diversity of options, our park offers something for everyone.

Virtual Boot Drive

Click Here to support our virtual boot drive by making a donation to our team Dawson County Emergency Service / Georgia Firefighters Burn Foundation June 15th through June 21st.

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Locally Grown Fruits & Vegetables, Baked Goods, Jams, Jellies & Honey, Eggs and much more.

Main Street Park

We are excited to share our gift and sponsorship catalog with you. Please take a moment to browse through our gift catalog. There are many opportunities in which you or your organization can make a difference in our community. We appreciate you considering sponsoring a wish list item. Should you have any questions, please contact us 706-265-3256.

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www.dawsonville-ga.gov
Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS FOR CONSTRUCTION OF
REPAINTING OF BURT’S CROSSING ELEVATED TANK
for the
CITY OF DAWSONVILLE, GEORGIA

Sealed proposals will be received by City of Dawsonville, Georgia at the Dawsonville City Hall, 415 Highway 53 East, Suite 100, Dawsonville, Georgia 30534 until 10:00 a.m. local time, Thursday, October 22, 2020 at which time and place they will be publicly opened and read.  No submitted bid may be withdrawn after the scheduled closing time for receipt of bids for a period of sixty (60) days.

Clay Moss

The City of Dawsonville is fortunate to have many outstanding employees. Our August 2020 Employee of the Month is Clay Moss. Clay works for the Public Works Department and he is certification as a Playground Inspector by the CPSI, a coveted certification that makes the City’s playgrounds safer.  Clay and his teammates are charged with maintaining over 12 miles of roadway, which includes keeping the roads safely open, clean and in good shape, even during the challenging winter months that bring snow and ice or the recent severe weather.

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Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Sara Beachman

The City of Dawsonville is fortunate to have many outstanding employees. It is tough to pick one that stands out more than other. For instance, if you attend any Food Truck Night you will see a number of administrative and public works positions all working together after hours to ensure a successful event.. The driving force behind these ultra-successful events is Sara Beacham. Because of these efforts along with many receptions, staff outings, the Christmas program, fall and Christmas decorations, and much more, Sara is our September Employee of the Month.

This month’s Employee Spotlight is on our newest team member,  Customer Service Specialist, Beth Tuttle. Beth fills the position that became vacant when Stacy Harris was promoted to the Planning and Zoning Department. She will be one of the warm, friendly and sincere faces that welcomes folks into City Hall.  She will handle utility customers, a wide range of administrative duties, answering the phone, taking on our Asset Management Program, and several other important duties.

Westin Lee

Westin Lee, one of our Treatment Plant Operators was selected as our May 2021 Employee of the Month. Westin always goes above and beyond when serving our customers. His attitude toward customers is a good example of our expectations for customer service.

David Picklesimer

David Picklesimer is the 1st Quarter Employee of 2021.  The City of Dawsonville is fortunate to have many outstanding employees. David was our March 2021 Employee of the Month and was nominated by three people, one of which reports to him.  As I’ve said numerous times, the Planning and Zoning Department has faced number of problems  and David and his staff have jumped in with both feet  and are making tremendous progress.

Notice of Municipal General Election Cancellation

The City of Dawsonville's Municipal Election takes place in odd number years.  All elected officials serve the City in four year terms. 

 

 

 

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS FOR CONSTRUCTION OF
ALLEN STREET SIDEWALK
FOR THE
CITY OF DAWSONVILLE, GEORGIA

 

Sealed proposals will be received by the City of Dawsonville, Georgia at the Dawsonville City Hall, 415 Highway 53 East, Suite 100, Dawsonville, Georgia  30534 until 1:30 p.m. local time, Thursday, June 10, 2021, at which time and place they will be publicly opened and read.  No submitted bid may be withdrawn after the scheduled closing time for receipt of bids for a period of sixty (60) days.

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS FOR CONSTRUCTION OF
ROADWAY IMPROVEMENTS – PHASE I
FOR THE
CITY OF DAWSONVILLE, GEORGIA

 

Sealed proposals will be received by City of Dawsonville, Georgia at the Dawsonville City Hall, 415 Highway 53 East, Suite 100, Dawsonville, Georgia 30534 until 2:00 p.m. local time, Thursday, June 10, 2021 at which time and place they will be publicly opened and read.  No submitted bid may be withdrawn after the scheduled closing time for receipt of bids for a period of sixty (60) days.

Dawsonville Profile City News for the Residents of Dawsonville—MAY 2021

                                             

  Message from your Mayor Mike Eason…….  

Westin Lee

Westin Lee, one of our Treatment Plant Operators was selected as our May 2021 Employee of the Month. Westin always goes above and beyond when serving our customers. His attitude toward customers is a good example of our expectations for customer service. For instance, we had a customer move out and he left his garbage can overflowing and did not put the can at the road to be picked up by the garbage service. A new customer purchased the house and was moving in on Thursday. When Westin went out to do a final reading, he noticed that the can was full.

Westin Lee

Westin Lee, one of our Treatment Plant Operators was selected as our May 2021 Employee of the Month. Westin always goes above and beyond when serving our customers. His attitude toward customers is a good example of our expectations for customer service.

All commercial buildings must submit an annual backflow test. Testing must be performed by a State Certified Tester. Tester must use the City of Dawsonville form. Incomplete forms are not accepted.

Dawsonville Profile City News for the Residents of Dawsonville—JULY 2021

                                             

  Message from your Mayor…….  

No trash service September 6th in observance of Labor Day. Please have your can at the road by 6AM September 7th.

Please have your can to the road by 6AM!

Trash service will be today, as usual. Please have your can to the road by 6AM!

Trash service today, as usual. Please have your can to the road by 6AM.

Dawsonville Profile City News for the Residents of Dawsonville—AUGUST 2021

                                             

WE HAVE BIG NEWS! We are planning a GRAND OPENING for the SKATE PARK on Friday, September 3rd at 5PM!  We will have prize drawings and a special guest! It's also Food Truck Friday! We've uploaded some SNEAK PEEK pictures!

Certificate of Achievement for Financial Reporting of FY 2022

The City Of Dawsonville has once again received the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting and the Finance Department has received the Award of Financial Reporting Achievement for the ninth consecutive year. 

Dawsonville Profile City News for the Residents of Dawsonville— OCTOBER 2021

                                             

  Message from your Mayor…….  

PUBLIC NOTICE – MEETING CANCELLED

The regularly scheduled meeting of the City of Dawsonville City Council to be held on Thursday, January 6, 2022 has been cancelled.

The next regular scheduled meeting is set for Thursday, January 20, 2022 at 5:00 pm in the Council Chambers.

 

 

Notice of Meeting Cancellation                                                                 

The regularly scheduled meeting of the City of Dawsonville’s Downtown Development Authority to be held on Monday, January 24, 2022 at 5:30 pm has been cancelled. 

The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for Monday, March 28, 2022 at 5:30 pm in the Pete Gilleland Council Chambers at City Hall, 415 Hwy 53 East, Dawsonville, GA; the public is invited to attend.

Trash service will be today, as usual. Please have your can to the road by 6AM!

Advertisement for Bids for Construction of a Public Works Office Building

Awarded to Bayne Development Group, LLC on 01.20.2022 in the amount of $367,373.00.

Public Information Meeting

The City of Dawsonville is holding a public information meeting concerning Elliott Field Airport.  The meeting will occur on Thursday, December 9, 2021 from 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm and will be held at City Hall in the Joe Lane Cox room on the second floor.

 

The City of Dawsonville Planning Department is holding a public information meeting regarding Stonewall Subdivision Detention .  The meeting will occur on Thursday, December 16, 2021 at 6:30 pm and will be held at City Hall in the City Council Chambers room on the second floor.

 

Clay Moss

Our January employee of the month is Clay Moss. Clay is our building inspector and code enforcement officer. He has been serving the City since 2018. Clay's many certifications are a testament to his dedication to his position and the citizens he serves. He is a team player, always willing to help his fellow associates. Congratulations Clay on a job well done!

Sara Beacham

December's Employee of the Quarter is Sara Beacham. If you have attended a Food Truck Friday, a Grand  Opening, or the annual Tree Lighting event, you have Sara to thank. These are in addition to her many duties, such as assisting with live streaming efforts, working with social media efforts, coordinating training arrangements, and of course, her role as accounts payable.And she does it all with her enthusiastic, team first attitude. Her customer service is exemplary and also to be commended. Congratulations Sara, we appreciate all you do!

Sara Beacham

Our Employee of the Year is Sara Beacham. If you have attended a Food Truck Friday, a Grand  Opening, or the annual Tree Lighting event, you have Sara to thank. These are in addition to her many duties, such as assisting with live streaming efforts, working with social media efforts, coordinating training arrangements, and of course, her role as accounts payable. And she does it all with her enthusiastic, team first attitude. Her customer service is exemplary and also to be commended. Congratulations Sara, we appreciate all you do!

Trash service today, as usual. Please have your can to the road by 6AM.

Dawsonville Profile City News for the Residents of Dawsonville— JANUARY 2022

                                            

The City of Dawsonville Downtown Development Authority will hold a Special Called Meeting on Thursday, February 17, 2022 at 5:30 p.m. The meeting will be held on the second floor of Dawsonville City Hall in the G.L. Gilleland Council Chambers.  The public is invited to attend. 

Dawsonville Profile City News for the Residents of Dawsonville— FEBRUARY 2022

                                            

  Message from your Mayor Mike Eason …….  

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS FOR CONSTRUCTION OF
WATER METER REPLACEMENT
for the
CITY OF DAWSONVILLE, GEORGIA

Sealed proposals will be received by City of Dawsonville, Georgia at the Dawsonville City Hall, 415 Highway 53 East, Suite 100, Dawsonville, Georgia 30534 until 2:00 p.m. local time, Thursday, April 28, 2022 at which time and place they will be publicly opened and read.  No submitted bid may be withdrawn after the scheduled closing time for receipt of bids for a period of sixty (60) days.

Dawsonville Profile City News for the Residents of Dawsonville— MARCH 2022

                                            

  Message from your Mayor-Pro Tem John Walden …….  

Clay Moss

Clay Moss is the 1st Quarter Employee of 2022. Clay is our building inspector and code enforcement officer. He has been serving the City since 2018. Clay's many certifications are a testament to his dedication to his position and the citizens he serves. He is a team player, always willing to help his fellow associates. Congratulations Clay on a job well done!

Dawsonville Profile City News for the Residents of Dawsonville— APRIL 2022

                                            

Geographic Information Systems (GIS) integrates geographic information from aerial photography and other sources to provide useful maps and information for government agencies and the general public. The City of Dawsonville currently uses ArcGIS, a full suite of Environmental Research Systems Institute (ESRI) software. 

 

Web Links

 

Cancelled on 10.15.2022, no bids received and was rebid. 

This site is currently under construction.  

 

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL TO PERFORM AN IMPACT FEE STUDY FOR THE CITY OF DAWSONVILLE, GEORGIA

John Tatum

Please join us in congratulating John Tatum as our June 2022 Employee of the Month. He is part of our Public Works team who are responsible for everything related to street, sidewalks, parks, cemeteries, stormwater, and care of our city buildings and facilities. John approaches his duties with a positive attitude and is a team player. His quiet demeanor and can-do attitude are why John was nominated by his co-workers. 

 

ADVERTISEMENT FOR REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS  FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF

PICKLEBALL COURTS AND/OR A BASKETBALL COURT

FOR THE CITY OF DAWSONVILLE, GEORGIA

RFP #2023-03 AND/OR RFP #2023-04

ADVERTISEMENT FOR REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL(S)

FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF PICKLEBALL COURTS AND/OR A BASKETBALL COURT

FOR THE CITY OF DAWSONVILLE, GEORGIA

Beverly Banister

Please join us in congratulating Beverly Banister as our August 2022 Employee of the Month. Beverly has been serving the City since May 2015. She is currently our City Clerk. Beverly has many duties, including agendas and minutes, administrative support for the Mayor and Council, overseeing taxes and licenses, IT support and website content, facilitates in Municipal Elections, and oversees official records of the City and public requests for records. Beverly's leadership and guidance make her a valuable member of our team. We are blessed to serve with her.

Annette Watson

Please join us in congratulating Annette Watson as our September 2022 Employee of the Month. Annette is one of our newest employees, serving the City since August 2022. She is currently serving as our custodian and does an outstanding job! Her attention to detail and dedication to excellence are unparalleled. Thank you Annette for all you do, we appreciate you!

 

Clay Moss

Please join us in congratulating Clay Moss as our October 2022 Employee of the Month. Clay is our building inspector and code enforcement officer. He is dedicated to serving the citizens of Dawsonville and has obtained numerous certifications. Clay exemplifies team work and we are fortunate to have him on our team. 

 

Annette Watson

Please join us in congratulating Annette Watson as our 2022 Employee of the Third Quarter. Annette is one of our newest employees, serving the City since August 2022. She is currently serving as our custodian and does an outstanding job! Her attention to detail and dedication to excellence are unparalleled. Thank you Annette for all you do, we appreciate you!

Sara Beacham

Please join us in congratulating our November 2022 Employee of the Month Sara Beacham. Sara is not only accounts payable, but she also coordinates our events. If you have been to a Food Truck Friday or our annual Lighting of the Tree, you have experienced Sara's hard work. She is dedicated to serving the citizens of Dawsonville and has served the City since 2008.

 

The City of Dawsonville, Georgia will receive sealed proposals from qualified firms for services in the City Manager's Office, 415 Highway 53 East, Suite 100, Dawsonville, Georgia 30534 until February 6, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. The City is seeking the services of a firm, partnership, joint venture or team to guide a visioning process and produce a comprehensive downtown strategic plan with integrated master plan for the development of a new town center, any additional proposed redevelopment areas, and other projects or activities associated with a final work plan

Utilities Department

Please join us in congratulating our December 2022 Employee of the Month, our Utilities Department. For their response to the winter weather, our Utilities Department was the overwhelming choice. They were especially challenged with cold temperatures requiring them to pay special attention to the water wells, lift stations, and wastewater ponds. The evening included a power outage; all in sub-freezing weather. They handled over 129 phone calls about burst water lines. On Christmas night the entire department responded until almost 11pm to a low water alarm.

Steven McNeal

Our Employee of the Year is Steven McNeal! Steven is our Public Works Operations Foreman and has served the City since 2018. He was selected by his peers because of his excellent work ethics. Steven always leads from where he is at, and his dedication is exemplary. We are excited to recognize him with this award.

To ensure effective guidance of future development, local governments prepare a comprehensive plan. This plan helps shape how a community will grow by clearly describing the future vision. It also helps protect private property rights, maintains and improves quality of life, and encourages and supports economic growth. 

 

Amanda Edmondson

Amanda Edmondson is excited to begin as the City of Dawsonville’s first Director of Downtown Development, Tourism & Historic Preservation.  Amanda is originally from Dacula, Georgia yet is a long time North Georgia resident after earning an MPA from the UGA School of Public and International Affairs with a focus in local government administration and public policy.  She has a Master’s Certificate in Historic Preservation from the University of Kentucky Graduate School and is passionate about local history, also holding a BA in History from Piedmont University.  Previously wo

Hunter Simmons

Please welcome the newest member of our team, Mr. Hunter Simmons. Born and raised in Lumpkin County, Hunter was home-schooled since the 5th grade, and at the ripe age of 16, obtained his GED because he wanted to get into the work force and begin making a difference as soon as he could. He likes to hunt and fish and has impressed his teammates with his willingness to learn and jump in and do anything asked of him.

Please join us in congratulating our April 2023 Employees of the Month, Clay Moss and Stacy Harris. After the unexpected loss of our Planning and Zoning Director in February, these 2 employees kept their department going. Their dedication and service to the citizens of Dawsonville have not gone unnoticed. Clay is our Building inspector/Code enforcement officer and has served the City since 2018. Stacy is our Planning and Zoning administrative assistant/IT specialist and has served the City since 2017. Congratulations to these wonderful employees!

Jameson Kinley

We would like to introduce Jameson Kinley as the City of Dawsonville's new Planning & Zoning Director. Jameson was born in North Carolina and grew up in Cumming, graduating from Forsyth Central High School. He received his BS degree in Geographic Information Science with a concentration in Urban Planning from Kennesaw State University. Over seven years ago, after a successful career in GIS work, he found his place in local government, having served as the Planning Director for Dawson County and most recently, the City of Dahlonega.

Hayden Harris

This month's Employee Spotlight is one of our newest staff members, Hayden Harris. Hayden is a part-time employee for the Public Works Department. He is a full-time student at Dawson County High School. In his spare time, Hayden enjoys fishing, hunting, and playing golf.

Amanda Edmondson

Please join us in congratulating our May 2023 Employee of the Month, Amanda Edmondson. Amanda is our new Director of Downtown Development, Tourism, and Historic Preservation. Her responsibilities include forming working relationships with local businesses. Her work is vital to the growth and development of our city. Amanda's energy and enthusiasm are contagious, and we are fortunate to have her. Congratulations Amanda!

Qualifying for the offices listed below has been set for:

 Monday, August 21, 2023 - Thursday, August 24, 2023 from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm AND Friday, August 25, 2023 from 8:30 am to 12:00pm.

Hunter Simmons

Please join us in congratulating our June 2023 Employee of the Month, Hunter Simmons. Hunter is a Distribution and Collection Op 1 on our Utilities team. He is one of our newest employees. Hunter hit the ground running and has shown tremendous effort to learn and grow in his role. Hunter's teammates are impressed with his willingness to learn. We look forward to seeing him do great things. Congratulations Hunter!

Hayden Harris

Please join us in congratulating our July 2023 Employee of the Month, Hayden Harris. Hayden is our newest employee, joining our Public Works team as a part-time laborer. Hayden's energy and enthusiasm are contagious. He has great work ethic and shows a lot of potential. Congratulations Hayden!

The City of Dawsonville's Utility Department is seeking a full-time DISTRIBUTION AND COLLECTION LEAD OPERATOR.  

JOB SUMMARY:

Awarded to Historic Resource Survey on 10.23.2023 in the amount of $9989.00.

Amanda Edmondson

Please join us in congratulating our August 2023 Employee of the Month, Amanda Edmondson. Amanda is our Director of Downtown Development, Tourism, and Historic Preservation. Her responsibilities include forming working relationships with local businesses. Her work is vital to the growth and development of our city. Amanda's energy and enthusiasm are contagious, and we are fortunate to have her. Congratulations Amanda!

Our 2nd Quarter Employees are Clay Moss and Stacy Harris. After the unexpected loss of our Planning and Zoning Director in February, these 2 employees kept their department going. Their dedication and service to the citizens of Dawsonville have not gone unnoticed. Clay is our Building inspector/Code enforcement officer and has served the City since 2018. Stacy is our Planning and Zoning administrative assistant/IT specialist and has served the City since 2017. Congratulations to these wonderful employees!

Tracy Smith

It is our pleasure and honor to announce Tracy Smith as our September Employee of the Month. It is fitting that her selection comes in October, which is Customer Appreciation Month, as she excels in serving those special people in our community. Congratulations Tracy!

The City of Dawsonville is seeking a full-time PLANNING DIRECTOR.  

JOB SUMMARY:

Cancelled; bids rejected for costs higher than estimated.

 

Disclaimer:  Below is a list of the City projects which are included for consideration of  funding collected from an imposed Transportation Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (TSPLOST) if passed by the qualified voters of Dawson County.  The sole purpose of providing the project list is for education and orienting voters regarding the potential use of funds to make an informed decision at the ballot. 

 

Public Works Team

It is our pleasure and honor to announce Public Works as our October Employee of the Month. Their excellence shines through every day, but never more than during the many special events hosted in the city. We are proud of all they do to serve the citizens of Dawsonville.

Sara Beacham

It is our pleasure and honor to announce Sara Beacham as our November Employee of the Month. Sara handles accounts payable and is also our events coordinator. Her hard work is event throughout the year. From Food Truck Fridays to the lighting of the tree, her dedication to excellence shines through. Congratulations Sara on a job well done!

Beth Tuttle

It is our pleasure and honor to announce Beth Tuttle as our December Employee of the Month. Beth is our Customer Service Specialist/Administrative Assistant. Her duties include inventory, park rentals, our website and digital signage, and admin for our backflows. Congratulations!

Hayden Harris

Please join us in congratulating our Employee of the 3rd Quarter, Hayden Harris. Hayden is our newest employee, joining our Public Works team as a part-time laborer. Hayden's energy and enthusiasm are contagious. He has great work ethic and shows a lot of potential. Congratulations Hayden!

Public Works Team

Congratulations to our Public Works, our Employees of the 4th Quarter. Their excellence shines through every day, but never more than during the many special events hosted in the city. We are proud of all they do to serve the citizens of Dawsonville.

Annette Watson

Our Employee of the Year 2023 is Annette Watson! Annette has been serving as custodian for the City since August 2022. Her positive attitude and willingness to help her coworkers made her an easy choice for employee of the year. She is one of the hardest working employees at the city. Congratulations to Annette and thank you for your commitment and all that you do for us!

Awarded to Windsor Pine on 02.05.2024 in the amount of $107,280.00.

Awarded to The W.H. Platts Co. on 02.05.2024 in the amount of $62,358.98.

Awarded to Atlanta Home Theater on 02.19.2024 in the amount of $207,886.00.

The City's Planning and Zoning Department is seeking a full-time Building Inspector. 

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for participating in the department's building inspection functions.

Clay Moss

It is our pleasure and honor to announce Clay Moss as our January Employee of the Month 2024. Clay is our Building Inspector/Code Enforcement Officer. His dedication and hard work are evident in all that he does. Clay is a team player who strives for excellence in all that he does. He has been serving the City since October 2018. Congratulations Clay!

Stacy Harris

It is our pleasure and honor to announce Stacy Harris as our February Employee of the Month 2024. Stacy serves as the Planning and Zoning Administrative Assistant/IT Specialist. Stacy's wide variety of talents, work ethic, and dedication to the City are just some of the reasons she was chosen. She has been serving the City since December 2017. Congratulations Stacy on a job well done!

Beth Tuttle

It is our pleasure to announce Beth Tuttle as our March Employee of the Month 2024. Beth serves as our Customer Service Specialist/Administrative Assistant. Beth is consistently asked to take on more responsibility and always responds with a positive attitude. She has been serving the City since January 2021. Congratulations Beth on a job well done!

Beth Tuttle

It is our pleasure to announce Beth Tuttle as our March Employee of the Month 2024. Beth serves as our Customer Service Specialist/Administrative Assistant. Beth is consistently asked to take on more responsibility and always responds with a positive attitude. She has been serving the City since January 2021. Congratulations Beth on a job well done!

David Medina

This month's Employee Spotlight is one of our newest staff members, David A. Medina, Jr. He is an employee for the Public Works Department. David is a full time student at Dawson County High School. In his spare time, David enjoys working on cars/trucks, hunting, fishing and hanging out with family and friends.

Clay Moss

Clay Moss is the 1st Quarter Employee of 2024. Clay is our building inspector/code enforcement officer. He has been serving the City since 2018. Clay's hard work and dedication to the citizens he serves are just a few of the reasons he was chosen. Congratulations Clay on a job well done!

Dawsonville City Hall
415 Highway 53 East, Suite 100
Dawsonville, GA  30534

Phone: (706) 265-3256

Hours:   Monday - Friday       
             8:00 am – 4:30 pm