kellygirtz.bsky.social @kellygirtz.bsky.social · 30/06/2026I was honored beyond measure yesterday to be welcomed to the Georgia Municipal Hall of Fame, along with Savannah Mayor Van Johnson, College Park Mayor Bianca Motley Broome and longtime municipal attorney Richard Carothers. 100
kellygirtz.bsky.social @kellygirtz.bsky.social · 17/06/2026Congratulations to the incoming class in ACC. In Jan we’ll welcome Mayor Dexter Fisher, along with Commissioners Ed Tolley, Craig Topple, and Tracy Smith. I’ll do everything I can to ensure a smooth transition for them. I encourage you to do the same by reaching out to each of them. Onward! 010
kellygirtz.bsky.social @kellygirtz.bsky.social · 04/05/2026The recommended FY2027 Budget is live. Full details at www.accgov.com/budget See you at City Hall... 000
kellygirtz.bsky.social @kellygirtz.bsky.social · 27/04/2026The 2026 State of tge Community address is live, and I’ll host an “Ask Me Anything” over at the Athens Subreddit if you’re up for more. Lots of love to ya as I head through this final year as your mayor ❤️. youtu.be/TU3Mrrrxbm8 011
kellygirtz.bsky.social @kellygirtz.bsky.social · 29/03/2026Righteous Weekend: March 28-29, 2026 Litter pickin’ No Kings Down with cancer Chess is the answer Thanks to everyone who made this one for the ages ❤️ 030
kellygirtz.bsky.social @kellygirtz.bsky.social · 24/03/2026Thanks dearly to Karen and Lee Ann for letting me join the Athens Community Council on Aging’s Senior Staples route, a cousin of Meals on Wheels that provides groceries to older adults in need. Volunteer sign-ups are at accaging.org/volunteers/ 030
kellygirtz.bsky.social @kellygirtz.bsky.social · 27/02/2026Claire Hagan at Historic Athens, UGA Geography Professor Dr. Jerry Shannon and I are proud to announce a comprehensive website detailing the R-51 Urban Renewal area in Athens, including the lost neighborhoods of The Bottom and Lickskille.t communitymappingarchive.org/s/athens_r51 030
kellygirtz.bsky.social @kellygirtz.bsky.social · 26/02/2026Starting in March 2026! www.accgov.com/m/newsflash/... 021
kellygirtz.bsky.social @kellygirtz.bsky.social · 16/02/2026Let’s call this “big yellow taxi“ in reverse. Where once was a slab of asphalt, people will soon be singing! I hope to see you there at AthFrst 2026… 020
kellygirtz.bsky.social @kellygirtz.bsky.social · 13/02/2026It was the deepest honor to announce February 12 as DRIVE-BY TRUCKERS DAY in Athens and honor the band from the stage of the Fabulous 40 Watt Club. LET THERE BE ROCK! 041
kellygirtz.bsky.social @kellygirtz.bsky.social · 07/02/2026The best parts of judging another year of Plungefest for the Rotary Club of Athens were 1) hanging with Gaines Elementary student Brailan Henderson and 2) staying out of the water to competently perform my duties 000
Reposted by @kellygirtz.bsky.socialMike Drucker @mikedrucker.bsky.social · 06/02/2026Internal White House meetings going on, like, "Hopefully the racism will distract from the pedophilia which will distract from the killings which will distract from the pedophilia again which will distract from the economy which will distract from the pedophilia a third time" 11257271563
kellygirtz.bsky.social @kellygirtz.bsky.social · 01/02/2026Deeply grateful to spend time at the Winter Conferences of U.S. Conference of Mayors and the Mayors Innovation Project. From supporting our residents across the span of their lives, to supporting each other, to upholding our Constitution, it was a full and full-hearted week. 010
kellygirtz.bsky.social @kellygirtz.bsky.social · 24/01/2026Stay safe out there, friends. Our crews, along with Georgia Power and others are mobilized and ready to assist. If at all possible, stay off the roads tonight and throughout the next two days. 021
kellygirtz.bsky.social @kellygirtz.bsky.social · 15/01/2026You can still register for volunteer service for Monday January 19. In challenging times, a little hard work feels good. See you out there! accgov.com/mlkdayaccgov.comAthens MLK Day of Service | Athens-Clarke County, GA - Official WebsiteAthens MLK Day of Service Volunteering 000
kellygirtz.bsky.social @kellygirtz.bsky.social · 11/01/2026This week marks 30 years in Athens, when I moved into a little house on Church St open for whatever would come. My first long walk after arriving took me through Dudley Park. I’m walking through here again today looking forward to the next 30 years. Godspeed + love to you all ❤️ 030
kellygirtz.bsky.social @kellygirtz.bsky.social · 09/01/2026Come join hands tomorrow for kindness and human dignity. 131
kellygirtz.bsky.social @kellygirtz.bsky.social · 03/01/2026Whether at the small town crossroads of Good Hope, Georgia with a thousand people gathered, or at a suburban parking lot outside Monroe, spending time near the monks on their Walk for Peace was the best way imaginable to begin 2026. More information at dhammacetiya.com/walk-for-pea... 032
kellygirtz.bsky.social @kellygirtz.bsky.social · 24/12/2025Whether you want apple, pumpkin, or something stronger, our home wishes you the very merriest Christmas Eve ❤️ 050
kellygirtz.bsky.social @kellygirtz.bsky.social · 20/12/2025We couldn’t be more fortunate than to have Mike Thurmond running for Governor of Georgia. Mike knows clearly what life is like for Georgians across the state, and he knows the path to better jobs, education, healthcare and housing. #ilikemike 011
kellygirtz.bsky.social @kellygirtz.bsky.social · 19/12/2025Love to Kay Giese’s family and friends this month upon her passing. She’ll bring a great sense of justice and grace to the great beyond, just as she brought to the courtroom as our former Municipal Court Judge. 000
kellygirtz.bsky.social @kellygirtz.bsky.social · 19/12/2025The ACC 101 citizen's academy launches next year...we'd love for you to book a seat: accgov.com/7407/ACCGov-...accgov.comACCGov 101 | Athens-Clarke County, GA - Official WebsiteACCGov 101 is an educational Community Government Academy presented by Athens-Clarke County Unified Government (ACCGov) that teaches residents, business owners, and community partners how ACCGov opera... 001
kellygirtz.bsky.social @kellygirtz.bsky.social · 03/12/2025Athens-Clarke County, Georgia Mayor Kelly Girtz and Tuscaloosa, Alabama Mayor Walt Maddox have made a friendly wager for the 2025 Southeastern Conference Championship game on Saturday, December 6 between the UGA Bulldogs and the University of Alabama Crimson Tide. 120
kellygirtz.bsky.social @kellygirtz.bsky.social · 27/11/2025Happy Thanksgiving Athens 🍁 It was wonderful to see nearly 900 of you out at this year’s 8k Turkey Trot benefiting the Athens Area Council on Aging. With the calories already burned, let’s go fill that plate… 020
kellygirtz.bsky.social @kellygirtz.bsky.social · 24/11/2025Vintage pop-top can among the creek bed debris. Pulaski Heights denizens have enjoyed their watery domestic beverages for generations. 140
kellygirtz.bsky.social @kellygirtz.bsky.social · 18/11/2025The College Square Plaza construction contract is on the Mayor & Commission Agenda for approval tonight 11/18/25. Can't wait to hear you sing on that stage ❤️ 120
kellygirtz.bsky.social @kellygirtz.bsky.social · 16/11/2025Little signs of warmth, beauty, humor, and exuberance all over Athens this weekend. And no matter what else is true, I won’t forget to put roses on your grave. 040
kellygirtz.bsky.social @kellygirtz.bsky.social · 14/11/2025Lovely profile of Athens gem Dexter Weaver in today’s AJC. When I spoke with him a few weeks ago he mentioned the prospect of some long-deserved travel…I hope he gets to enjoy the sky and sea of our town’s Mediterranean namesake soon ❤️ www.ajc.com/news/2025/11...ajc.com‘Automatic for the People’: Weaver D’s still bonds Athens as era nears endAfter feeding everyone from R.E.M. to Brian Kemp, and coining a phrase that went global, Dexter Weaver is preparing to close his storied Athens soul food restaurant. 0112
kellygirtz.bsky.social @kellygirtz.bsky.social · 11/11/2025Wishing a wonderful Veterans Day to all who served. For a rich set of conversations with veterans, check out the After Action series, which you can stream online www.pbs.org/show/after-a...pbs.orgAfter ActionConversations with veterans reveal what life is like before, during and after action. 010
kellygirtz.bsky.social @kellygirtz.bsky.social · 04/11/2025Great to celebrate another 190 units of affordable housing at Athens Flats (next to Space Kroger). Looking forward to the next one, and the one after that… 000
kellygirtz.bsky.social @kellygirtz.bsky.social · 31/10/2025Happy Halloween, friends! Dressed as a weary mayor wishing the whole city/nation/planet steers this thing out of the ditch. 050
kellygirtz.bsky.social @kellygirtz.bsky.social · 30/10/2025Great times this week at Cedar Shoals HS and UGA’’s Music Business program…thanks for the warm welcome and great conversations y’all! 010
kellygirtz.bsky.social @kellygirtz.bsky.social · 24/10/2025ACC and the CORE Development Team will be hosting a drop-in session to learn about the 295 E. Dougherty Street redevelopment plan, which is currently on the Nov 4 agenda. ACC staff and CORE reps will be available to discuss project components and answer questions. 000
kellygirtz.bsky.social @kellygirtz.bsky.social · 20/10/2025If you are a veteran in the Athens area, come to the Sunset Dr. VFW on Wednesday for resources and supports. Thanks for your service! 010
kellygirtz.bsky.social @kellygirtz.bsky.social · 19/10/2025Showers lift at noon, so I’ll see you out in the street this afternoon at Porchfest 2025! 010
kellygirtz.bsky.social @kellygirtz.bsky.social · 17/10/2025It was great to talk about history, memories, and the road ahead this week with Athenian authors Hattie Thomas Whitehead and Michael Thurmond. An inspiring night…they set a high standard for all of us. www.redandblack.com/athensnews/a...redandblack.comAthens Tech Phi Theta Kappa honors Black history at community forumIn a neighborhood with no running water or paved streets, Hattie Thomas Whitehead was still content — running around barefoot, eating biscuits and living amongst a tightknit community of hardworking 000
kellygirtz.bsky.social @kellygirtz.bsky.social · 16/10/2025Early voting for the two Public Service Commission races is underway. Peter Hubbard and Alicia Johnson will protect your pocketbook and our environment. If you are in Athens, parking is free at the Washington St Board of Elections office :) 030
kellygirtz.bsky.social @kellygirtz.bsky.social · 13/10/2025Autumn garden + sentinel of the season 010
kellygirtz.bsky.social @kellygirtz.bsky.social · 10/10/2025C’mon over to the Baxter St. library next Wednesday for a conversation with Hattie Whitehead and Mike Thurmond. We’ll talk about their books about Athens and Georgia history and the lessons they hold for today. 020
kellygirtz.bsky.social @kellygirtz.bsky.social · 07/08/2025Mayors Innovation Project hosted a great summer meeting in Albuquerque last week with rich conversations about public safety, economic development, democracy and more. There’s nothing better than sharing with peers. Til the next time… 010
kellygirtz.bsky.social @kellygirtz.bsky.social · 05/08/2025Thanks to Aiden Dowdy and Joshua Henderson for the great conversation this summer on Education Matters Network. Journalism is alive and well there! youtu.be/BY9uGxIq4K4?...youtu.beAthens Development with Mayor Kelly GirtzYouTube video by Education Matters Network 031
kellygirtz.bsky.social @kellygirtz.bsky.social · 28/07/2025The Horizons summer camp participants were some of Athens’ best, and even gifted me with a new official portrait! 020
kellygirtz.bsky.social @kellygirtz.bsky.social · 23/07/2025Grateful to gather with civil rights advocates this week to recognize the 35th anniversary of passage of the Americans With Disabilities Act. As President Bush noted upon signing “Let the shameful wall of exclusion finally come tumbling down.” www.redandblack.com/athensnews/a...redandblack.comAthens celebrates the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities ActThe 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act was celebrated at the Athens-Clarke County Library on Tuesday, July 22 from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. The event included a series 010
kellygirtz.bsky.social @kellygirtz.bsky.social · 17/07/2025For the 1st time in Athens-Clarke Co. history, we reached mid-year in 2025 with NO murders. This has been a team effort with ACCPD, every community support organization, and every resident. We continue to strive for more improvements, but this is a huge accomplishment. 240
kellygirtz.bsky.social @kellygirtz.bsky.social · 11/07/2025Applications for the 2025-26 Mayor's Youth Council are live...please encourage rising 10th-12th graders to apply by Aug 17. This is a great way to engage with peers, learn from those in local government, as well as meet with counterparts in other Georgia cities. www.accgov.com/youthcouncil 020
kellygirtz.bsky.social @kellygirtz.bsky.social · 03/07/2025Y’know what keeps the economy going? People working, yo. And when ya have a place for your children to go, that helps keep that job intact. Hard to keep up with how deep in the big muddy we are now. apnews.com/article/trum...apnews.comTrump administration withholds over $6 billion for after-school, summer programs and moreDay camp providers and schools are warning that a Trump administration funding freeze could wreck summer for low-income American families and wipe out some after-school programming next year. 101
kellygirtz.bsky.social @kellygirtz.bsky.social · 01/07/2025Call Senators Murkowski and Collins. The health of millions and the survival of hospitals nationwide are at risk. 030
kellygirtz.bsky.social @kellygirtz.bsky.social · 29/06/2025Thanks to everyone who came out to the Star Spangled Classic last night, and especially to @accleisureservices for hosting. Happy early birthday, America. We love you! 010
