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Press Release Commerce, GA – The City of Commerce has launched a new website-based Digital Budget Book powered by ClearGov, replacing what officials described as “cumbersome PDFs” with an interactive, mobile-friendly, and ADA-optimized platform. The new online format presents the City’s financial data through clear visuals and aligns with Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) best practices. The Digital Budget Book also includes a property-tax lookup tool...

The Georgia EPD has issued a Level 1 Drought Advisory for the state of Georgia. Currently, no mandatory water-use restrictions are in effect. However, residents and businesses are strongly encouraged to begin voluntary water conservation measures to support the long-term reliability of the community’s water supply. Recommended Water Conservation Measures Indoor Water Use • Shorten shower duration and turn off water when not actively needed. • Operate dishwashers and washing...

We are less than 24 hours away from a significant ice storm. The National Weather Service has issued an Ice Storm Warning from Saturday at 1:00pm through Monday morning. This isn't simply a "snow day". We are bracing for heavy ice that will likely snap tree limbs, take down power lines, and make roads impassable. Outages could last for days. Our City crews are fully staged and ready to respond. We are doing our part and now we need you to do yours. To report downed trees, power...

Commerce Water Shed Lake, entrance located on Grove Level Road will be temporarily closed for annual maintenance beginning July 30, 2025 and remain closed until the project is completed by expected date of September 26, 2025. City staff will be cleaning the area around the lake, clearing debris, and working on the entrances to the lake. Gates will be locked until further notice, no entry for fishing by boat or from the banks of the lake. The city request residents to stay out of the lake...

Mayor’s Address

PSA: Comcast is preparing to install telecommunication lines in multiple parts of the city of Commerce. Citizens may see city personnel locating and flagging utilities located underground. This will result in different color flags being placed in the ground to mark utilities present. Please DO NOT MOVE, REMOVE, MODIFY or MOW OVER the flags during this time as these markings stand to help protect our vital city infrastructure (gas, water, sewer, electric and fiber). If you have questions or...