In observance of the Juneteenth holiday, Marietta city officials have announced the closure of administrative offices on Wednesday, June 19. Residents should take note that this will affect the regular sanitation schedule including garbage, brush/yard waste, and recycling services for the week. Marietta's official announcement urges citizens to stay informed on the updated collection times by checking the Marietta Trash Talk app or visiting the City website.
Moreover, operations related to Marietta Power and Water are to take a day off as their administrative offices shall also remain shut during the holiday. While the pause in City services is significant, officials have outlined available contacts for emergencies. For scenarios threatening life and safety, the number to keep at hand is 9-1-1. The Marietta Police Department will continue to handle non-emergency calls at 770-794-5300, and any emergencies specific to Marietta Power or Water can be reported at 770-794-5160. In cases involving animal control that demand immediate attention, authorities point again to dialing 9-1-1.
This commemorative day marks a poignant moment in the calendar, signifying the June 19, 1865, proclamation in Texas that announced the end of slavery in the United States—an event that arrived two and a half years after President Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation had formally abolished slavery. Juneteenth now stands as a federal holiday, a time for reflection, education, and celebrations that honor the history and continue to shape the course of America's journey towards equality and justice.
The City of Marietta echoes the sentiments of the holiday and encourages its community members to recognize the day through reflection and participation in events that honor this critical occasion in American history. Regular operations will resume the following day with administrative offices embracing the rhythms of the everyday once more.
