Issue: 439 Thursday, October 8, 2026
External E-Newsletter
Clayton County Board of Commissioners
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Commissioner DeMont Davis (District 4), Commissioner Tashe' Allen (District 3),
Chairwoman Dr. Alieka Anderson-Henry, Commissioner Alaina Reaves (District 1), and Vice Chair Gail Hambrick (District 2)
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Greetings, Clayton connected community!
The Clayton connected External E-Newsletter is a communications platform to engage, to educate, and to empower citizens to learn more about the Clayton County Board of Commissioners, and to share important information about Clayton County government. The Clayton County Board of Commissioners Office of Communications oversees county-wide communications and promotes approved county-wide events, activities, announcements, highlights, initiatives, and programs. The Clayton connected External E-Newsletter is distributed on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
For more information about Clayton County Government, access www.claytoncountyga.gov.
#ClaytonConnected
Valerie L. Fuller,
Communications Administrator
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November 3, 2026 General Election
Advanced Voting Times
October 13, 2026 – October 30, 2026
Monday – Friday 8 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Saturdays 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sundays 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Locations
- Election & Registration Office, 121 S. McDonough St., Jonesboro, Ga
- Carl Rhodenizer Recreation Center, 3499 Rex Rd., Rex, Ga
- Flint River Community Center, 153 Flint River Rd., Riverdale, Ga
- Forest Park Senior Center, 5087 Park Ave., Forest Park, Ga
- Lake Spivey Recreation Center, 2300 Walt Stephens Rd., Jonesboro, Ga
- Headquarters Library, 865 Battlecreek Rd., Jonesboro, Ga
- Morrow City Hall, 1500 Morrow Rd., Morrow, Ga
- Sonna Gregory Senior Center, 3215 Anvil Block Rd., Ellenwood, Ga
- South Clayton Recreation Center, 1837 McDonough Rd., Hampton, Ga
- Virginia Gray Recreation Center, 1475 E. Fayetteville Rd., Riverdale, Ga
- Northwest Branch Library, 6131 Riverdale Rd., Riverdale, Ga
For more information visit, claytonelections.com.
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Clayton County Hosts the 2026 Clayton County Career Fair
Clayton County Government is hiring motivated, energetic people! Join Clayton County Human Resources for the 2026 Clayton County Career Fair on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Mt. Zion Baptist Church Activities and Recreation Center, 7102 Mt. Zion Blvd., Jonesboro, Ga 30236.
This is a Clayton connected opportunity to speak directly to county departments and explore career options. Career fair attendees should come interview-ready with their resume, cover letter, and portfolio.
“I am so ecstatic to invite career seekers to the Clayton County Job Fair,” said Human Resources Director, Pamela Ambles. “Our career fair also gives Clayton County the opportunity to showcase our departments and highlight the benefits of working for Clayton County. We want to take every opportunity possible to share that Clayton County is a great place to work.”
To learn more about Clayton County Government, its departments, and careers, visit claytoncountyga.gov.
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Parks and Recreation to Launch After School Enrichment Program
Registration is open for the Clayton County Parks and Recreation After School Enrichment Program for children ages 5-13. The program offers an empowering, safe learning environment with enrichment workshops, 1-on-1 homework help, outdoor exploration, and Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (S.T.E.A.M.) activities. Participants can take advantage of the program Mon.- Fri. from 2:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. Locations include:
- Jim Huie Recreation Center
9045 Tara Blvd., Jonesboro, GA 30236 | 678.479.5133
- South Clayton Recreation Center
1837 McDonough Rd., Hampton, GA 30228 | 770.347.0200
- Virginia Burton-Gray Recreation Center
1475 E. Fayetteville Rd., Riverdale, GA 30274 | 770.603.4001
- Carl Rhodenizer Recreation Center
3499 Rex Rd., Rex, GA, 30273 | 770.472.8042
For $50 a week, children receive optimal care in a constructive, safe, and fun environment. Afternoon snacks and transportation from school to the after-school program are provided.
Clayton County Public Schools transports students from Eddie White Middle School to South Clayton Recreation Center for the After School Enrichment Program. Parents or legal guardians must register and present an original birth certificate to enroll students. Registration can be completed online or at one of the recreation centers.
For more information about Clayton County Parks and Recreation or the After School Enrichment Program, visit claytonparks.com. The program ends on May 21, 2027.
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District 2 Park in Honor of Commissioner Gail Hambrick
The Clayton County Board of Commissioners surprised one of its own during the regular business meeting on Tues., Sept. 15, 2026, by officially naming the new District 2 Pocket Park in honor of Commissioner Gail Hambrick. She is in her fourth term as the District 2 Commissioner.
The Gail B. Hambrick Park, 1740 Flat Shoals Road, Atlanta, Ga., 30349, is under construction. Features include a dog park, playground, pavilion, open multipurpose area, and space for two mobile medical units. It is set to open later this year.
“Thank you all so very much,” stated District 2 Commissioner Gail Hambrick.
She has served as a member of the Board of Commissioners since January 2009.
As stated in Resolution 2026-211, the construction and completion of the District 2 Pocket Park was due in substantial part to Commissioner Hambrick’s longstanding efforts to provide recreational and safe spaces for the county’s children and seniors and to educate them of the potential benefits of quality and community space.
The Board of Commissioners deems it in the best interest of Clayton County, and the county will best be served by naming the District 2 Park to the Gail B. Hambrick Park.
There are four new pocket parks in the works, one in each district, which are currently under construction. Each pocket park will provide residents space for exercise, outdoor activity, and community engagement. In addition, the pocket parks give Clayton County Fire & Emergency Services Mobile Clinics a designated location to offer rotating medical screenings and health information.
The pocket parks are funded by a grant from the State of Georgia and Clayton County’s Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST).
For more information on SPLOST Progress for Pennies, or to view current SPLOST projects, visit www.claytonsplost.com.
Since 2004, the Clayton County Board of Commissioners has used the one-cent SPLOST for countywide improvements. The Clayton County SPLOST helps move the county forward by funding capital improvements within infrastructure, public safety, buildings, technology, and overall quality of life.
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Commissioner Hambrick's 9/11
Police vs. Fire Basketball Showdown
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Moving Clayton Forward, MARTA Rapid B-Line Town Hall Meeting
Missed the MARTA Town Hall? Watch the full meeting to hear the latest updates on transit projects impacting Clayton County.
MARTA recently hosted a Town Hall at Riverdale City Hall to discuss the Southlake Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) project, the Justice Hub Center, the Operations and Maintenance Facility (O&M), and other systemwide initiatives.
Stay informed about what’s ahead for transit in Clayton County.
Watch the full meeting.
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SPLOST UPDATES
Construction of the four new pocket parks throughout Clayton County continues while exterior painting and rail installation is planned at Shelnutt Senior Center (Kinship Care Resource Center). Watch the latest SPLOST update video to see the progress of several Special Purpose Location Option Sales Tax (SPLOST) projects and visit www.claytonsplost.com. #ProgressforPennies #ClaytonConnected
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Clayton County Government Hiring Motivated, Energetic People!
Click on the link below to access the video.
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Board of Commissioners Board Meeting
October 6, 2026
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Clayton connected Podcast Episode #28:
Career Fair 2026
Clayton County Government is hiring—with over 100 openings available at the 2026 Career Fair on October 13th! Tune in to the Clayton Connected Podcast with hostess Communications Administrator Valerie L. Fuller to hear the Clayton connected new hire experience from a Youth Services Program Coordinator who attended last year's career fair. Plus, learn how Human Resources is taking hiring to a whole new level, making applying, interviewing, and follow-up easier than ever!
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Give People Energy
“Psychologist Henry H. Goddard conducted a study on energy levels in children using an instrument he called the ‘ergograph.’ His findings are fascinating. He discovered that when tired children were given a word of praise or commendation, the ergograph showed an immediate upward surge of energy in the children. When the children were criticized or discouraged, the ergograph showed that their physical energy took a sudden nosedive.
You may have already discovered this intuitively. When someone praises you, doesn’t your energy level go up? And when you are criticized, doesn’t that comment drag you down? Words have great power.
What kind of environment do you think you could create if you continually affirmed people when you first came into contact with them? Not only would you encourage them, but you would also become an energy carrier. Whenever you walked into a room, the people would light up! You would help to create the kind of environment everyone loves. Just your presence alone would brighten people’s days” (John C. Maxwell, The Maxwell Daily Reader).
Do something today to create an environment of affirmation.
Have an fantastic week.
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Chairwoman
Dr. Alieka Anderson-Henry
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Vice Chair
Gail B. Hambrick
District 2
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Commissioner
Alaina Reaves
District 1
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Commissioner
Tashe' Allen
District 3
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Commissioner
DeMont Davis
District 4
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Clayton County Board of Commissioners
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Jonesboro, GA 30236
Main Office: 770-477-3208
www.claytoncountyga.gov
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