JONESBORO
Volume 24, Issue 5 May 2020
COMMUNITY NEWS Councilmembers: Pat Sebo-Hand, Mayor Protem Bobby Lester Tracey Messick Billy Powell Donya Sartor Ed Wise Ricky L. Clark, Jr., City Manager Wilfred Norwood, Acting Chief of Police David Allen, Community Dev. Director Joe Nettleton, Public Works Director Pat Daniel, Asst. City Clerk Sandra Meyers, Finance Derry Walker, Code Enforcement Fincher Denmark, Legal Counsel Keith Wood, Municipal Judge Jerry Patrick, City Solicitor City Hall (770) 478-3800 Jonesboro PD (770) 478-7407 NON-Emergency # (770) 477-3550
CENSUS 2020 RESPONSE NEEDED Calling All Households! It is critically important that you respond to the 2020 Census for our City if you have not done so. Log on at 2020census.gov, or by phone at (844) 330-2020 (English) or (844) 468-2020 (Spanish). You can also reply by mail if you received a recent mailout. PLEASE RESPOND TODAY! It only takes 5 minutes and will mean $$$ for our City. Any information shared cannot be reported to law enforcement or immigration. We need the NUMBERS (The Count) for our City.
MAY 19 Election Postponed TO JUNE 9 Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger has postponed the Statewide General Primary/Presidential Preference Primary Election until June 9, 2020. If you would like an absentee ballot or more information regarding the upcoming election, please access our County Election Board at
Thanks,
Joy B. Day, Mayor
Welcome New JPD Personnel
https://www.claytoncountyga.gov/government/elections-andregistration For additional information, call the Clayton County Elections & Registration Office at (770) 477-3372.
NEED EMPLOYMENT? Contact TRC Staffing for local jobs that are available. (770) 952-7440. Fresh Express is hiring. That information is available at FreshExpress.JobHat.com If you feel you may have Covid-19, contact your personal physician before going anywhere. If you do NOT have a private physician, contact the Clayton County Board of Health (678) 479-2223. CALL BEFORE GOING TO THE HEALTH DEPARTMENT. They can facilitate testing.
Pictured above, left to right: Fred Phan, Police Officer, Samaria McCoy, Administrative Assistant to the Chief of Police, and Michael Landis, Police Officer. Jonesboro Police Department continues to serve 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If you need assistance, dial (770) 478-7407. Emergencies, dial 911.
BUSINESS ASSISTANCE Help (free consulting) is available at the Small Business Development Center at Clayton State University. Call (678) 466-5100 or email morrow@georgiasbc.org The Small Business Administration (sba.gov) offers Business Guidance and Loan Resources, and COV-19 Funding Sources for businesses affected by the pandemic.
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JONESBORO MUNICIPAL COURT Grants AMNESTY during COVID-19 Outstanding fees as of today? You qualify!
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Jumaane Williams, Jonesboro Police Department, was born in New York, NY. Officer Williams’ says that his main interest is “being the best family man possible.” He is the father of four children: Jair (14), Jaycee (7), Corey (7), and Addison (3). Officer Williams also enjoys, skiing, scuba diving, and aviation as a pilot in his spare time. He has been with JPD since 2014.
FTA FEES WAIVED WARRANT WAIVED WITHDRAW LICENSE SUSPENSION
During this time we could all use a break and the Jonesboro Municipal Court has decided the time was now. With the support from our city leadership, Honorable Judge Keith Wood and the Court Administrator we have concluded that we must also do our part to assist our community.
Sgt. John Upole, Jonesboro Police Department, is an 8-year veteran of JPD. If you have outstanding tickets and/or fines with the Jonesboro Municipal Court please contact
Sgt. Upole supervises C Shift as well as perus at jonesborocitycourt@jonesboroga.com. forming all other police enforcement duties. He and Mrs. Upole have two children, Sophia TAG RENEWAL EXTENSION (2) and Amelia (6 mos.). Sgt. Upole enjoys The State Department of Revenue has issued hunting, fishing, history, Supreme Court info, a renewal extension. Vehicle registrations that and learning about cultures. Sgt. Upole said, expire between March 16, 2020 and May 14, “It is an honor to serve this community. I 2020 are being extended through May 15, look forward to seeing everyone at Lee Street 2020. For more info, see the following link: Park after this difficult time is over.” http://dor.georgia.gov/motor-vehicles/ drives-e-services GRAB-N-GO Breakfast and Lunch at Lee Street Elementary in our City.(18 years- or younger)
New Programming for @ Home!
Community Food Bank Locations: May 1, 8, 19, 22, 9:00 am Lovejoy High School, Tara Elementary, West Clayton Elementary, Huie Elementary, King Elementary. HEARTS TO NOURISH HOPE 640 GA-138 Riverdale, GA Tues. & Thurs. 9 am-12 pm
See our website artsclayton.org/arts-clayton-at-home
HAPPY EASTER AT HOME THIS YEAR
Driver’s License Renewal Extension Most individual driver’s license or permit will automatically be granted a 120 day extension if your permit expires between March 1, 2020 and June 3, 2020. No action is required by the license/permit holder. Commercial drivers must renew by in-person appointment only. Schedule your appointment or if you have an inquiry contact: https://dds.georgia.gov/yourgeorgia-drivers-license/onlineThe Temple Family, l to r: Gideon (2 1/2),Austin, Juliana, services and Josie (1). Juliana is Director of Connection Ministry at First Baptist Church, Jonesboro.
Wedding Bells Broad Street We invite you to memorialize your place in our community by getting your very own Broad Street Plaza Street Brick. Broad Street represents the heart of the Downtown District, an environment for both pedestrians & cars. Perfect to purchase for your family or as a gift for friends, a special occasion, and especially in remembrance of those who loved our Community. This project, made possible by a joint public/private effort, is the catalyst for economic growth and improved quality of life for all Jonesboro citizens. This is your chance to be a part of this important development in our City’s history. All funds raised will be reinvested in our downtown effort. Thanks for your support.
Cost: $40 for (1)
Congratulations to Michael and Geraldine Broughton who recently celebrated their 49th Wedding Anniversary Are you interested in being our BUSINESS FEATURE of the month? Send pictures/info to day@jonesboroga.com
$70 for (2)
Congratulations to
Mr. & Mrs. (Hannha) Allen Hardy on their recent marriage on Saturday, April 4, in Byron, Georgia. Mr. Hardy is a Code Enforcement Office for the City of Jonesboro.
REMEMBER Let’s stay we1l! OUR BEAUTIFUL CITY
Jonesboro City Hall 124 North Avenue Jonesboro, GA 30236
Pre-Sorted Standard U.S. Postage Paid Jonesboro, GA Permit No. 7
Community Calendar MAY 2
Kentucky Derby Day
MAY 4
Work Session, ZOOM, 6 pm
MAY 6
National Nurse’s Day
MAY 7
National Day of Prayer
MAY 9
National Lost Sock Memorial Day
MAY 10
Mother’s Day
MAY 11
Council Session, ZOOM, 6 pm
MAY 15
National Apple Pie Day
MAY 15
Peace Officers’ Memorial Day
MAY 16
National Armed Forces Day
MAY 17
National Pack Rat Day
MAY 20
National Dog Rescue Day
MAY 21
Strawberries & Cream Day
MAY 24
Brother’s Day
MAY 26
National Paper Airplane Day
MAY 28
National Hamburger Day
MAY 31
National Smile Day
REMINDER Time to renew your GOLF CART permit for 2020. Golf cart owners in the City must register their cart and display a city decal on the cart. Carts may be driven on any street in the City except Tara Boulevard. Deadline: July 15 City resident: $25 Non- City: $35 → Over age 65: 50% discount fees
The Community News Published at Jonesboro City Hall . Written & Edited by Mayor Joy B. Day. To submit news email jday@jonesboroga.com .