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Here's this week's highlights:
The Lilburn Loop: November 24
Recap from the 11/17 TOWN HALL
Mayor Crist’s Town Hall Meeting on November 17, 2025, was well-attended. Mayor Crist launched a new fireside chat format for the monthly meetings to encourage more active dialogue among participants.
The Mayor and City Manager sat in front of an audience arranged in a semi-circle, and participants were encouraged to submit their questions anonymously on notecards. The City Manager then read the questions aloud with the Mayor providing responses.
During the 75-minute session, 20 questions were submitted and answered. Key topics of discussion included the city’s authority to regulate rental properties and set fines for city code violations, speeding, the status of new developments in Old Town, and plans to expand city park.
Please join us for the December 15th Mayor’s Town Hall Meeting. We look forward to our fireside chat with you!
Recap from the 11/20 Special Called Planning Commission Hearing
The Planning Commission met for a Special Called Hearing on Thursday, November 20th. Only one case was proposed on the agenda; text amendments to the Lilburn Development Regulations to provide for a detail for restoration of a cobblestone road in the event of a utility cut. Staff requested to table the amendments to the Special Called Planning Commission Hearing on December 18th. Planning Commission voted to table the proposed text amendments to the Special Called December 18th Planning Commission Hearing.
Learn More About the Planning Commission
Holiday Lights & Flight Fest was FANTASTIC!
Thank you to everyone who joined us for Holiday Lights & Flight Fest! Old Town Lilburn was filled with holiday spirit as families and friends gathered to kick off the season together.
From festive music and activities to the dazzling holiday drone show, it was a wonderful night celebrating our community. We appreciate our partners, vendors, volunteers, and staff who helped bring this event to life.
Thanksgiving Week
City offices will be closed Thursday and Friday in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. We will reopen for regular business hours on Monday.
Sanitation collection will be delayed by one day for Thursday & Friday routes (Thursday will run Friday, Friday will run Saturday).
Light Up Lilburn: Old Town Decorating Contest — Cast Your Vote Now Through 11/30!
Lilburn residents and businesses are showing off their festive spirit and lighting up the community—go check them out this week then come back and vote for your favorite at the link below by November 30! Prizes and bragging rights await. The winner will be announced during the Lilburn Holiday Parade on December 6.
Vote Now!
DDA Meeting Update
The Downtown Development Authority (DDA) meetings scheduled for Wednesday, November 19 and Wednesday, December 17 have been cancelled.
In their place, a Special Called DDA meeting will be held on Wednesday, December 10.
Learn More About the DDA
Cornhole Mini Session
Thanksgiving week is a bye week for the winter Mini Session, so there will be no games this week.
Be sure to join us next week for the final week of the mini-session—come out, cheer on your favorite teams, and enjoy a fun night in Old Town!
Registration for the spring season will begin January 19th.
Learn More About Cornhole in Old Town Lilburn
Annual Lilburn Holiday Parade
Mark your calendars! The Lilburn Holiday Parade will roll down Main Street at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 6. Bring your family and friends to enjoy festive floats, marching groups, and plenty of holiday cheer along the parade route.
Learn More About the Christmas Parade
Holidays at the Historic Wynne-Russell House
Recent structural work was required at the nearly 200-year-old Wynne-Russell House, and a specialized crew has been on-site to ensure the historic structure remains safe and stable. Because of this necessary work, some of the holiday decorating that had been planned for November 22nd will need to be rescheduled for a later date.
All other Christmas festivities at the Wynne-Russell House will continue as planned, and we look forward to welcoming the community to enjoy the season at this cherished landmark.
December 9 & 11 | Free Candlelight History Tours
Experience the glow of holiday candlelight while learning about this 1826 treasure. Two tours each evening — 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. — with light refreshments served.
December 13 | Holiday Open House & Bake Sale
Stop by between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. to tour the home, snap a photo with Santa, and shop for homemade treats. All proceeds support the preservation and upkeep of the historic Wynne-Russell House.
Did you know? The Wynne-Russell House is also available to rent for your own special gatherings—whether it’s a holiday party, baby or bridal shower, or another memorable event.
Learn More About the Wynne-Russell House
Board & Commission Meetings During the Holiday Season
The holiday season often impacts the city’s regularly scheduled public hearings for Boards & Commissions. To ensure business continues as needed, the city may call a Special Called Meeting when a regular meeting falls on a holiday or if a quorum cannot be achieved due to holiday conflicts. Any schedule adjustments will be announced in advance through the city’s usual communication channels. Please stay tuned for updates to remain informed about upcoming public hearings during the holidays.
Learn More About Boards & Commissions
2025 Property Tax Bills
Property tax payments are due Monday, December 1. You can pay online, by mail (must be postmarked by Dec. 1), or in person at City Hall. To avoid late fees and interest, please submit payment by the deadline.
Questions? Contact the Finance Department at 770-279-3705.
Pay/Review Your Property Tax Bill
Learn More About Property Taxes
It's Renewal Season for Business Owners!
Business owners, please remember to renew your Alcoholic Beverage License for the upcoming year.
City offices will be closed November 27–28 for the Thanksgiving holiday. The last day to submit payment in person is Wednesday, November 26.
Renewal forms and payments are due by November 30 to avoid late fees. Don’t forget that all server permits must be updated as part of this process.
Occupational Tax Renewals are also due by December 4.
Need more information? Click the links below for renewal details and required forms.
Renew early to keep your business ready for a successful new year in Lilburn!
Learn More About Lilburn Business Licenses
Learn More About Lilburn Alcoholic Beverage Licenses
First and Main Assemblage Update
Site development is now underway at the First Avenue and Main Street assemblage. This project is another public-private partnership assembled by the Downtown Development Authority (DDA) to bring new investment and activity to Old Town.
Crews are preparing the 2.61-acre site for the future mixed-use development approved by Mayor and Council, featuring commercial space along Main Street and residential units along Velva Way.
Lewis Contracting Services began work in early November, and site development will continue through mid-summer 2026. Please note that all plans and renderings are conceptual and subject to change.
We will continue to share updates as progress is made.
Learn More About the First and Main Project
Street Paving & Resurfacing Projects Update
Crews have completed milling on the remaining streets included in this year’s resurfacing project: Highview Way, Bowers Brook Court, and Poplar Street.
Poplar Street was resurfaced on Friday, and—weather permitting—Highview Way and Bowers Brook Court are expected to be completed on Monday or Tuesday of this week.
Once finished, this work will conclude the 2025 LMIG/LRA Resurfacing Project.
Learn More About Road Projects
Railroad Avenue Project Update: Porchline & the Parking Deck
Work continues to move forward on The Porchline development and the new parking deck in Old Town Lilburn. Crews remain focused on the same scope of work shared last week as they stay on track with the project schedule.
On the parking deck, teams continue progressing on concrete work, cables, safety rails, and mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems—including fire sprinklers. Installation of doors and hardware is also ongoing.
For the multi-family portion of the project, crews are continuing to dry in both buildings and advance siding and roofing on each structure.
Learn More About the Railroad Ave Project