Information & Alerts

TRAFFIC ALERT: I-85 at SR 74/Senoia Rd Interchange Improvements 

Heads up, Fairburn drivers! Major traffic shifts are coming as work continues on the SR 74/Senoia Road Interchange Improvements Project.

• Starting Tuesday, Feb. 4 at 7 PM, southbound lanes on SR 74 will shift left between City Lake Road & Meadow Glen Parkway to allow crews to begin removing sections of the bridge over I-85. Follow new lane striping and signage to navigate safely!
• Mid-February (tentative), all I-85 southbound lanes under the SR 74 overpass will shift 12 feet to the right during overnight hours to minimize traffic impact. Stay tuned for exact dates!
• Tree and vegetation clearing begins in March after the hibernation period for the Tri-Colored Bat, a protected species in the area.

Drive carefully, follow posted signs, and stay alert for construction crews! Thank you for your patience as we work to improve traffic flow and safety in Fairburn!

Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Mrs. Frankie Mae Arnold

With heavy hearts, we announce the homegoing service for Mrs. Frankie Mae Arnold, a trailblazer and cherished member of the Fairburn community. Mrs. Arnold made history in 1995 as the first African American woman elected to the Fairburn City Council. Her unwavering dedication to public service, deep faith, and love for her community have left a lasting legacy that will continue to inspire generations.

Viewing
Friday, February 7, 2025
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Temple of Prayer Family Worship Cathedral
161 Senoia Rd, Fairburn, GA 30213

Homegoing Service
Saturday, February 8, 2025
11:00 AM
Open Word Christian Ministries
6250 Hwy 92, Fairburn, GA 30213

The City of Fairburn extends our heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and all who were touched by Mrs. Arnold’s extraordinary life. Her impact will forever be felt, and her legacy will continue to shine brightly in our community.

Rest in peace, Mrs. Arnold. You will be deeply missed but never forgotten.

Where Your Money Goes: Sidewalk & Pedestrian Improvements 

Exciting Infrastructure Updates in Fairburn!

We’re making Fairburn more walkable and accessible with sidewalk and pedestrian improvements happening across the city! Construction is currently underway on Barton Street, which intersects NW Broad and Fairview Drive, improving pedestrian safety and connectivity in this area.

Other pedestrian improvement projects that are complete or nearing completion:
Shaw Drive – Connecting Roosevelt Highway to Global Impact Academy STEM School
Washington Street – Enhancing walkways from Smith Street/Valley View Drive to West Campbellton Street
Grant Street – Safer pathways from west of Milo Fisher Street to Bay Street
Fairview Drive – Sidewalk improvements from Elder Street to Shaw Drive

Upcoming Work:
The Base Bid Project will soon begin on the west side of West Campbellton Street, extending from Winding Brook Way to Pinehurst Drive to further enhance walkability.

Your tax dollars at work! These improvements prioritize safety, accessibility, and community connectivity—because a better Fairburn starts with better infrastructure.

Stay tuned for more updates as we continue investing in the future of our city!

Homestead Exemptions

DEADLINE IS APRIL 1ST

The City desires to provide additional relief to citizens 65 years of age or older by increasing the current homestead exemption for such citizens from $10,000 to $30,000 and by capping the value of a homestead for taxing purposes at the assessed value of the home when the eligible homeowner reaches the age of 70 years.

You may qualify for a homestead exemption (Senior Exemptions Do Not Apply Automatically) from City of Fairburn Property Tax.

Should you qualify, the taxable value of your property will be reduced by $25,000.

To qualify you must:

1. Be 65 or older by April 1st of this year
2. Live in the home as your primary residence

Property Tax Homestead Forms

These forms  are:

• Screen fillable, however, you must first print for signature and notary authorization.  
• May not be submitted electronically.
  
  
  • Property Tax Homestead Exemption Application - Senior / Disabled Citizens (65+)
  • Property Tax Homestead Disabled Veterans, a Veteran's Surviving Spouse, or a Surviving Spouse of a Peace Officer or Firefighter Killed in

We want to take a moment to express our deepest gratitude to our First Responders, Utilities and General Services Departments, and City Emergency Response Team for their outstanding efforts during the recent weather event.

Your unwavering dedication, hard work, and commitment have been instrumental in keeping our city and residents safe, protected, and secure. From responding swiftly to emergencies to ensuring essential services were maintained, your efforts have not gone unnoticed.

THANK YOU for going above and beyond for our community. We are truly grateful for all that you do!