City of Holly Springs, Georgia - Official Government

05/22/2026

05/21/2026

Congratulations to the Class of 2026! Whether you are finishing up pre-k, high school, or college, your best years are still ahead of you and are as bright as can be!

A special congrats to the grads in our Holly Springs family! We're so proud of all of them and are looking forward to seeing what their futures hold!

05/06/2026

City Hall & Public Safety Building Entrance Update

Q: Is the old entrance still open?
A: No. The previous entrance is fully closed and no longer accessible.

Q: Where is the new entrance?
A: Same address as before... the driveway is just on the other side of the brick Public Safety building on Holly Springs Pkwy.

Q: Is construction still happening?
A: Yes! The entrance and surrounding roadway remain an active construction zone. Please drive slowly and follow posted signage.

Q: Is City Hall and the Public Safety building open for normal business hours?
A: Yes! All services remain available during regular hours.

We appreciate your patience as we complete these improvements. If you have questions, feel free to message us directly.

04/27/2026

Georgia EPD Declares Drought Response Level 1

The Georgia Environmental Protection Division (EPD) has issued a statewide Drought Response Level 1 for public water systems using surface water and groundwater, effective April 27, 2026.

What does this mean for you?

•Outdoor watering is still allowed between 4:00 PM and 10:00 AM.
•No additional local watering restrictions are being implemented at this time.
•Residents are encouraged to practice voluntary water conservation.

Level 1 focuses on public awareness and education about drought conditions and the importance of conserving water. While there are no mandatory changes to your daily routine, small conservation efforts can make a big difference.

Helpful resources:
• Drought updates: https://epd.georgia.gov/watershed-protection-branch/drought-management

• Water conservation tips: https://epd.georgia.gov/watershed-protection-branch/water-conservation

We’ll continue monitoring conditions and will share updates as needed. Thank you for doing your part to use water wisely!

04/24/2026

This week, Mayor Ryan Shirley proudly proclaimed April 2026 as Child Abuse Prevention Month in the City of Holly Springs. This proclamation is a powerful reminder that protecting our children is a responsibility we all share.

Prevention works best when we work together, citizens, schools, faith communities, healthcare providers, civic organizations, law enforcement, businesses, and service agencies, united with one goal: ensuring every child in Holly Springs has the opportunity to reach their full potential.

Pictured L to R is Michelle Meek with The Children's Haven, Sylvia Freeman with the Division of Family and Children Services, Mayor Shirley, and Jenzhy Torres Curiel with The Children's Haven.

04/23/2026

The Cherokee County Fire Marshal, in coordination with municipal fire marshals, has issued an immediate countywide burn ban due to severe drought conditions. The ban applies to all outdoor burning in unincorporated Cherokee County and within the cities located in Cherokee County.

Cherokee County is currently classified under a Severe Drought designation, creating an elevated risk for rapidly spreading outdoor fires. These dry conditions, combined with low humidity and limited recent rainfall, have significantly increased the potential for outdoor fire activity throughout the county.

Compounding the risk, many resources that typically support local wildfire response efforts have been deployed to other parts of the state to assist with active wildfires. This reduction in available regional support limits the ability to quickly contain and control fires should they occur.

Effective immediately, all outdoor burning is prohibited in Cherokee County. This includes the burning of yard debris, land clearing, and other open flames that could ignite surrounding vegetation. The burn ban will remain in place until further notice.

Cherokee County Fire & Emergency Services urges all residents to take precautions to prevent accidental fires. Residents are encouraged to avoid activities that could produce sparks, properly dispose of smoking materials, and remain vigilant in reporting any signs of smoke or fire to 9-1-1.

Violations of the burn ban may result in fines or other enforcement actions.

Cherokee County Fire & Emergency Services will continue to monitor conditions closely and will provide updates as circumstances change.

For more information, residents may contact the Cherokee County Fire Marshal’s Office or visit the department’s official website: fire.cherokeecountyga.gov

04/15/2026

Heads up, Holly Springs!

As part of Phase 3 Holly Springs Parkway Widening Project, Childers Rd. will be closed at its intersection with Holly Springs Pkwy. beginning Monday, April 27.

Detour Information:
Access to Childers Acres will be available via Holly St. during the closure.

We appreciate your patience as we continue making improvements to our transportation infrastructure. Please plan ahead and allow a few extra minutes for travel.

03/30/2026

In November 2025, Cherokee County voters approved the Transportation Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (T-SPLOST). Beginning April 1, a 1% sales tax will fund transportation improvements throughout the county and its municipalities — including Holly Springs!

Over the six-year program, the tax is estimated to generate approximately $445,152,292 countywide. Holly Springs will receive 7.7566% of those funds to invest in local transportation projects.

A key advantage of this funding approach is that the cost is shared more broadly. Anyone who makes purchases in Cherokee County contributes — including visitors and commuters who use local roads. County estimates indicate that roughly one-third of the sales tax revenue comes from individuals who live outside Cherokee County, helping reduce the burden on residents.

This funding will allow Holly Springs to accelerate projects identified in long-range transportation plans, helping address current traffic needs while preparing for future growth. We appreciate the community’s engagement in shaping the future of transportation in Holly Springs.

For more info and a list of T-SPLOST projects in Holly Springs, visit www.hollyspringsga.us/tsplost.

02/03/2026

❄️Six more weeks of winter?❄️ Can't say we're super excited about that! The good news is that the City of Holly Springs' Arbor Day event is right around the corner! We'll be thinking SPRING on February 20th at the Depot and giving away free tree seedlings! 🌳🌳🌳