Transparency Portal

The City of McDonough Transparency Portal

Welcome to The City of McDonough's NEW Transparency Portal, your direct gateway to understanding how your city government operates with integrity, accountability, and openness. In alignment with our Mission to "make a positive difference in the community by efficiently managing public resources and providing effective services and leadership that meet and surpass the expectations of our citizens," this portal is designed to empower YOU with information.

We recognize that an informed community is an engaged community. This portal is our proactive effort to provide easy access to the details you care about, reducing the need for formal open records requests and fostering trust by making information readily available. Whether you're interested in city finances, public safety initiatives, or how policies are developed, you'll find the relevant information organized around our Strategic Priorities.

How to Use This Portal

Navigating The City of McDonough Transparency Portal is designed to be straightforward. Below, you will find sections dedicated to each of our 10 Strategic Priorities. Each section provides a description of the type of information available, along with direct links or guidance on where to find specific documents, data, and reports.

  • To explore a topic: Simply click on the heading for the Strategic Priority that interests you.

  • To access specific details: Look for the "Explore More" links within each section, which will direct you to relevant documents, interactive dashboards, or external city pages.

  • Can't find what you're looking for? While we strive to make as much information as possible available here, some records may require a formal Open Records Request. Information on how to submit a request can be found at the bottom of this page.

Our Strategic Priorities: Areas of Transparent Focus

1. Citizen Engagement

What you'll find here: Information on how residents can participate in city decision-making, attend public meetings, and join local governance initiatives. We believe in fostering an environment where every voice in McDonough can be heard and contribute to our collective future.

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  • Meeting Schedules: View upcoming City Council, Planning Commission, and other board meeting dates.

  • Agendas & Minutes: Access detailed agendas for upcoming meetings and review approved minutes from past sessions.

  • McDonough Boundaries Checker: Find out if you are in the city limits of McDonough using the parcel locator app!

  • Boards & Commissions: Learn about the various citizen boards and commissions and how to apply for membership.

2. Fiscal Responsibility, Accountability, and Transparency

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3. Collaboration and Innovation

What you'll find here:

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  • Partnership Agreements: Learn about formal collaborations and their objectives.

  • Innovation Initiatives: Discover new programs and technologies being piloted to improve city services.

  • Project Summaries: Read about key collaborative projects and their outcomes.

4. Technological and System Advancement

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5. Fair and Equitable Policy Development

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6. Public Safety

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7. Mobility, Transportation, Traffic Circulation

What you'll find here:

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  • Transportation Master Plan: Review long-term strategies for improving roads, sidewalks, and transit.

  • Current Road & Infrastructure Projects: Get updates on ongoing construction and improvement projects.

  • Traffic Studies & Data: Access information on traffic patterns and solutions.

  • Public Transit Information: Details on local transit options and future plans.

8. Quality of Life

What you'll find here:

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  • Parks & Programs: Discover city parks, facilities, and recreational activities.

  • Community Events Calendar: Stay informed about cultural events and festivals in McDonough.

  • Health & Wellness Initiatives: Learn about city-supported programs promoting public health.

  • Educational Partnerships: Information on collaborations with local schools and educational institutions.

9. Economic, Entrepreneurial, and Small Business Development

What you'll find here:

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  • Business Resources & Incentives: Find information for new and existing businesses.

  • Economic Development Plans: Review our strategies for attracting and retaining businesses.

  • Demographic & Economic Data: Access key statistics about McDonough's economy.

  • Small Business Support Programs: Learn about initiatives designed to help local entrepreneurs.

10. Organizational and Employee Development

What you'll find here:

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  • City Organizational Chart: Understand the structure of city departments and leadership.

  • EEO Policy: Read our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

  • Employee Training & Development Highlights: General information on professional growth initiatives for staff.

  • Career Opportunities: Information on employment with the City of McDonough.

Open Records Requests & Ethics Complaints

While this portal aims to provide extensive information, some specific records may require a formal Open Records Request as per Georgia law.

Submitting an Open Records Request: Download and complete our Open Records Request Form.

Please contact:

Open Records Officer Katherine "Kat" Story 

Email: Kowens@McDonoughga.org

Direct: 470-878-1123

  • Ethics Complaints: The City of McDonough is a Certified City of Ethics. Information regarding our Code of Ethics and the process for addressing ethics concerns can be found in the "Fair and Equitable Policy Development" section above.

We are committed to continuous improvement. Your feedback on this Transparency Portal is welcome as we strive to make information even more accessible and useful for the citizens of McDonough.