City of Jonesboro Government

04/08/2026

Friendly Reminder:

Business license renewals are in full force and the deadline is 4/15/26.

Don't be late.

Citations for non-compliance will begin on 4/16/26.

Please review the information, make any corrections and complete any missing information.

Please be sure to enclose a copy of your license from the State of Georgia if your profession requires one.

We must have either tax documents or information from your accountant on letterhead to process your renewal.

With our recent software change you now have the ability to complete your renewal online at https://www.municipalonlinepayments.com/jonesboroga.gov.

Instructions can be found on the occupation tax page of the city website (www.jonesboroga.com).

You can also complete the forms and remit payment either by mail or in person by April 15th to:

City of Jonesboro
Attn: Occupation Tax Licensing
1859 City Center Way
Jonesboro, Georgia 30236

Incomplete forms will not be processed and will be returned. Renewal Applications received on or after April 15th are subject to a 10% Late Penalty Fee and 1.5% interest per month additional for each month late.

If you have any questions, please contact us at 770-478-3800 or send an email to [email protected].

It is our pleasure to serve you.

Pat Daniel | Assistant City Clerk | City of Jonesboro, GA

11/24/2025

🚨 CCPD Media Release 🚨
The Clayton County Police Department is requesting the public’s help identifying a person of interest in a shooting. If you recognize this individual or have any information, please contact Detective M. Hernandez at 770-473-3915 or call 911 immediately. Your tip could make a difference.

10/27/2025

Interested residents must live WITHIN THE JONESBORO CITY LIMITS to be eligible to serve on the panel.

Interested city residents should provide the following information for consideration:

• Full Name
• Phone Number
• Home Address
• Email Address

Please submit the requested information to:
🏛️ Shandrella Jewett, City Clerk
📩 [email protected]
📞 770-478-3800

01/23/2025

DELAYED START OF CITY CENTER ADMINISTRATIVE OPERATIONS

PUBLIC NOTICE
Jonesboro City Center Offices and Operations Late Start
Thursday, January 23rd, 2025 – 11:00AM

Due to weather conditions, City of Jonesboro Administrative Offices/Jonesboro City Center will open at 11:00 AM on Thursday, January 23rd, 2025.

Thursday’s sanitation pick-up will be performed as regularly scheduled.

For any urgent matters, please dial 911 for emergency/essential staff response.

Thank you for your understanding

08/12/2023

Due to Facebook administration rights, we will no longer be posting on this City of Jonesboro page. It will still be available for you to reminisce, but make sure you are following the official page at City of Jonesboro GA - Government to keep up to date on everything happening in our city.

08/07/2023

Jonesboro City Council Work Session.
Monday August 7th. 6:00pm.
City Council chambers.
1859 City Center Way. Jonesboro GA.

08/06/2023

08/05/2023

Welcome to our Summer Concert Series Finale live at 7pm, tonight Saturday August 5th, at Lee Street Park.

We would like to thank all our performers during this season including The McClinton Experience, Trap Jazz, DraKarr and An Experience, The Sensational Sounds of Motown, and tonight’s main attraction The Swinging Medallions.

Our sponsors are what make these summer nights so special and without whom our concerts in the park would not be possible.

Our sponsors are:
Amazon.
Anthony L. Watkins Funeral Home.
D&H Tax Service Inc.
Fincher Denmark LLC.
Injury 2 Wellness Centers.
See Clayton County Georgia
Sports Café. (Steak, Seafood and Famous Wings)
T. Madden and Associates P.C.
Tara Package.
The Cigar Parlour.

Our concession stand is open with Pizza, Chips and Beverages from our DDA Main Street Board. B’Mari Events and Art Studio are providing the mixed drinks.

Don’t forget our food trucks parked on Smith St.

Cool B’s Mobile Grill.
Kona Ice from Locust Grove.
Lake Harbin Gourmet Catering.
Papi’s Treats.
Tap on The Go (Our Clayton County Water Authority friends)

08/05/2023

The Cigar Parlour grand opening was today!

We appreciate everyone who came out to celebrate this event!

Another great addition to our Downtown!

08/04/2023

Please join us for the grand opening of The Cigar Parlour.

Saturday, August 5th at 3pm.

171 S. Main St. Jonesboro, GA 30236.

08/04/2023

The City of Jonesboro GA - Government is seeking applications for a new City Manager. The City of Jonesboro, GA, is a unique community, blending its historic past with a dynamic and high growth environment, coupled with a diversity to give it economic viability and strength.

To apply online:
https://jonesboroga.com/EmploymentOpportunities.aspx

08/04/2023

We hope your Summer is going well! Come join us to grow your business or nonprofit in vibrant downtown historic Jonesboro. We have 2 offices available. One is large office approximately 180 square feet (leases for $650/month with all utilities, Internet, shared bathrooms conference room) and the other is a smaller office that comes with the same amities at $495/month. Steps away from the and .