In the News
John Bradberry
Mayor
Johns Creek, GA 30097
November 2023
Johns Creek named Georgia’s first-ever ‘BioReady Community’
Johns Creek became the first municipality in Georgia to be designated as a gold-level BioReady Community, a distinction based on the city’s readiness to host biotechnology facilities.
October 2023
Mizuno USA Inc. breaks ground on new center in Johns Creek
The City of Johns Creek and the Johns Creek Chamber of Commerce announced Oct. 19 that sports equipment leader Mizuno USA Inc., has broken ground on a new facility at The Standard Club on Abbotts Bridge Road.
North Fulton city, business leaders promote ‘cooperative competition’
North Fulton County is home to six cities, each with a distinct character and vision for the future. The Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce hosted a summit Oct. 26 drawing on political and business leaders to help chart an economic course for the region.
May 2023
Johns Creek mayor tallies city triumphs during annual address
Johns Creek Mayor John Bradberry’s “State of the City Address” took on a different tone from his first, which he delivered only months after he was elected last year.
Leveraging special events helps create connection to cultures and community
With an eye toward embracing cultural diversity, Johns Creek City Council has worked hard over the last five years to ensure the city provides events and recreational opportunities that reflect the diversity of the Johns Creek community.
March 2023
Johns Creek mayor announces new Juneteenth celebration
A roomful of Johns Creek residents cheered and applauded news of a Juneteenth special event on the horizon following action at a Feb. 28 City Council work session.
Johns Creek Celebrates Georgia Arbor Day
Johns Creek Mayor John Bradberry and council member Erin Elwood recently helped plant a tree at Autrey Mill Nature Preserve, 9770 Autrey Mill Road in celebration of Georgia Arbor Day. Mayor Bradberry presented Autrey Mill with a proclamation recognizing Feb. 17 as “Arbor Day in Johns Creek.”
December 2022
Johns Creek racked up accomplishments in 2022
As the current City Council completes its first year, I am happy to report that it has been a year filled with much progress and achievement. In example after example, we cast a vision, built consensus around that vision, and worked towards implementation of that vision.
Johns Creek approves $350M mixed-use project with Avalon vision
Johns Creek has approved a luxury mixed-use development intended to be the bedrock of the city’s 192-acre Town Center.
November 2022
The sound of bagpipes greeted more than 100 people who gathered in front of Veterans Memorial Walk at Newtown Park to honor those who have served in the U.S. military.
October 2022
Johns Creek plants daffodils for cancer patients and caregivers.
Planting ahead for the future seems like a perfect metaphor for Johns Creek’s Daffodils 4 Hope initiative, a community-wide planting program to inspire and encourage cancer patients and caregivers. Daffodils are planted in the fall to bloom in February and March.
Diwali in Johns Creek attracts thousands
Shakerag Park was buzzing with up to 12,000 people for the festival of lights, packed with other small Indian businesses and cuisine, their tents lining the field.
‘No Shame’ campaign, mental health takes lead across metro Atlanta
September is nationally recognized as Suicide Prevention and Recovery Awareness Month. And, some cities in north metro Atlanta are reminding themselves of that.
September 2022
North Fulton County: A New Day
In many ways, it’s a new day in North Fulton County. New mayors took office in Roswell, Milton and Johns Creek in January. And for Alpharetta and Mountain Park, changes are coming that look to the future yet keep some of the best aspects of small-town living.