City of Porterdale

06/12/2026

Village Blast Reminder
Don’t forget! The Village Blast is coming up on June 27th.
A full evening of music, food, vendors, and community fun is right around the corner.
Make sure you have got it on your calendar and spread the word so no one misses out.
See you there for an unforgettable celebration!

PORTERDALE VILLAGE BLAST Independence Day Celebration
📅 Saturday, June 27th
⏰ Starts at 6:00 PM
📍 Downtown Porterdale

Mark your calendar, Porterdale! Our favorite summer tradition is almost here, and you won’t want to miss it. Bring your family, friends, and neighbors for an unforgettable evening packed with fun for ALL ages.

✨ What to Expect:
🍔 A variety of delicious Food Trucks
🎸 High energy Live Music Band
🎆 A spectacular Fireworks Show
🎨 And by popular demand… ALL kids’ activities are FREE!
That includes Face Painting, Bounce Houses.
The City heard you and we are excited to make this year’s celebration even better.
Come out, relax, laugh, eat, dance, and enjoy a fun filled evening with your Porterdale community.
Let’s kick off the holiday together in the best way possible.
🇺🇸 See you Saturday June 27th at 6 PM! 🇺🇸

06/10/2026

Notice of Special Called Meeting

Please be advised that a Special Called Meeting of the City of Porterdale will take place on June 16th at 6:30 PM in the City of Porterdale Council Room. Please see the link attached.
https://www.cityofporterdale.com/media/2446

06/02/2026

📣 Special Called Work Session – Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Proposed by Council Post 2 – Halima Muhammad

The City Council will hold a Special Called Work Session on June 16th, 2026, to review and discuss the Proposed FY2027 Budget by Post 2 - Halima Muhammad. Your engagement is important as we work through the financial priorities that shape our community.

📄 Please find the link to view the proposed budget for your reference, https://www.cityofporterdale.com/media/2426
or visit our city website to access it.

06/01/2026

The Newton County School System is providing free summer meals for all children age 18 and under, served Monday through Thursday from June 1st – 25th at BC Crowell Park, Porterdale. Lunch will be available from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. A daily mix of hot and cold items is offered, and children must be present and eat on-site.

☀️Summer meals are almost here! ☀️

Don’t forget — our Summer Meal Program begins tomorrow, June 1! We’re excited to continue serving nutritious meals to children throughout the summer.

Check out the flyer below for meal sites, dates, and times. We can’t wait to see you tomorrow! 😎

05/29/2026

Please find the Agenda for Monday June 1, 2026, at 6:30pm attached.
https://www.cityofporterdale.com/media/2421

05/21/2026

* Trash Pickup Update *
Trash pickup for the City of Porterdale will be on Tuesday, May 26th due to
Burgess being closed Mon. in observance of Memorial Day.
Place cans out Monday evening.

05/21/2026

City of Porterdale offices will be closed Monday, May 25, 2026, for Memorial Day.
We honor and remember those who sacrificed for our freedom.
Offices reopen Tuesday.

05/20/2026

🚧 Poles Removal Update 🚧
The City of Porterdale would like to give a huge shoutout and thank you to Georgia Power and Spectrum for removing the long-awaited poles hanging over the river walkway area. We appreciate the work completed to help improve the appearance and safety of our beautiful riverfront!
Please see the attached pictures for the updated view. Thank you to our community for your patience while this issue was being addressed. 💙

05/20/2026

PORTERDALE VILLAGE BLAST Independence Day Celebration
📅 Saturday, June 27th
⏰ Starts at 6:00 PM
📍 Downtown Porterdale

Mark your calendar, Porterdale! Our favorite summer tradition is almost here, and you won’t want to miss it. Bring your family, friends, and neighbors for an unforgettable evening packed with fun for ALL ages.

✨ What to Expect:
🍔 A variety of delicious Food Trucks
🎸 High energy Live Music Band
🎆 A spectacular Fireworks Show
🎨 And by popular demand… ALL kids’ activities are FREE!
That includes Face Painting, Bounce Houses.
The City heard you and we are excited to make this year’s celebration even better.
Come out, relax, laugh, eat, dance, and enjoy a fun filled evening with your Porterdale community.
Let’s kick off the holiday together in the best way possible.
🇺🇸 See you Saturday June 27th at 6 PM! 🇺🇸

05/20/2026

Please find the Agenda for Thursday May 21, 2026, at 6:30pm attached.
https://www.cityofporterdale.com/mayor-and-city-council/page/work-session