Community members are invited to attend the Oct. 27 Norcross State of the City address at the Public Safety Building Community Room, beginning at 6:30 p.m. at 6025 Buford Highway, to learn more about the work underway.

Mayor Craig Newton’s address will cover public safety, financial stewardship, road improvements, parks and trails, housing, and economic development, according to the city’s Oct. 21 announcement. Highlights include the opening of the new Norcross Public Safety Building, ongoing street resurfacing, and plans for the Norcross Greenway.

Norcross officials and uniformed police officer cut red ribbon at new Norcross Public Safety building in Georgia
Norcross Mayor Craig Newton, pictured center cutting the ribbon at the new public safety complex in early September, will give a State of the City address in the PSB’s community room on Oct. 27. (Photo by Hayden Sumlin)

The address will also recognize the people behind the community’s progress, sharing stories of employees, business owners, and residents whose work and involvement help make Norcross a welcoming place to live, work and visit.

Looking ahead, Newton will outline priorities for maintaining dependable services, improving safety and connections, and helping more residents take part in decisions about the city’s future. He will also discuss challenges facing Norcross, including rising operating costs and the need to balance growth with infrastructure and community needs.

This report was compiled and written by Rough Draft Atlanta's staff.