Auburn
Alabama
City of Auburn
Vision:
Auburn, Alabama is committed to being an attractive, environmentally conscious community that is progressive, responsive and hospitable.
This community desires for all citizens:
- safe and attractive neighborhoods with adequate housing
- quality educational opportunities
- diverse cultural and recreational opportunities
- vibrant economic opportunities
- active involvement of all citizens.
Mission:
The mission of the City of Auburn is to provide economical delivery of quality services created and designed in response to the needs of its citizens rather than by habit or tradition.
We will achieve this by:
- Encouraging planned and managed growth as a means of developing an attractive built-environment and protecting and conserving our natural resources
- Creating diverse employment opportunities leading to an increased tax base
- Providing and maintaining reliable and appropriate infrastructure
- Providing and promoting quality housing, educational, cultural and recreational opportunities
- Providing quality public safety services
- Operating an adequately funded city government in a financially responsible and fiscally sound manner
- Recruiting and maintaining a highly motivated work force committed to excellence
- Facilitating citizen involvement.
Strategic Goals:
High Quality of Life Promote community life that includes cultural amenities, green space, recreational opportunities as well as low crime, neighborhood conservation and the Village Center concept.
A Unique Place Promote efforts to keep the distinctive image of Auburn and to build a sense of stability for citizens through downtown development, historic preservation, green space and trees and high standards for appearance.
Planned Growth Promote a balanced and planned focus on growth with a vibrant business community, affordable housing, redevelopment efforts and sound growth policies.
A Shared Sense of Responsibility Promote efforts that will meet the needs of all citizens, encourage all citizens to be involved in civic affairs and that will build partnerships and cooperation within the community.
Efficient Use of Resources Maintain focus and consistency on how we will use resources and funds, be innovative, fair and fiscally responsible.
Recent News
Job Vacancy for Police Officer as of January 1, 2024
The City of Auburn has posted a vacancy announcement for the position of Police Officer - Full-Time. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations…
Read More »2024 Parks and Recreation Spring Brochure Now Available
2024 Parks and Recreation Spring Brochure now available AUBURN, Ala.- The 2024 Auburn Parks and Recreation spring brochure is now available online at auburnalabama.org/parks and in print at Parks and Recreation facilities, the Auburn Public…
Read More »Job Vacancy for Recreation Leader - Tennis Center
JOB OPPORTUNITIES Recreation Leader - Tennis Center Salary - $10.61 Hourly Job Type - Temporary Part-time Job Number - 00911 To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. …
Read More »Frozen Fun Tennis Tournament Set for December 30, 2023
Frozen Fun Tennis Tournament Set for December 30, 2023 Tennis enthusiasts, mark your calendars! The Frozen Fun half-day tennis tournament is set to take place on Saturday, Dec. 30. The tournament will begin at 8 a.m. at the indoor courts of the…
Read More »2023 Auburn Drive-thru Toy Drive Set for December 2, 2023
Auburn, AL -- Since the '70s, Auburn has hosted an annual toy drive designed to assist families in the Auburn community during the holiday season. This year, Auburn Public Safety will hold its first ever drive-thru Toy Drive on Dec. 2 aimed to…
Read More »City of Auburn News - Auburn Public Library Announces winter Learning Challenge, Upcoming Events
Auburn Public Library announces winter learning challenge, upcoming events AUBURN, Ala.- The Auburn Public Library invites everyone to a variety of activities throughout November and December. All events are free and open to the public.…
Read More »2023 Veterans Day Ceremony Set For November 10
AUBURN, Ala.- The Auburn community is invited to honor those who have served our country at the 2023 Veterans Day Ceremony on Friday, Nov. 10. The event will begin at 10 a.m. at the Auburn Veterans Memorial Monument, located at the northeast corner…
Read More »City Market returns to Town Creek Park for annual Harvest Market
AUBURN, Ala.- City Market is pleased to announce the return of the annual Harvest Market at Town Creek Park, scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 7, from 8 a.m. to noon. Local farmers will be present with fresh grown produce, and artists will have a…
Read More »City Of Auburn LesiureLink July 31 - August 6, 2023
Parks and Recreation fall program registration begins Mon., August 7 Itty Bitty Auburn Scavenger Hunt begins Tues., August 1 Online Registration for Ride & Seek: A Bike Safety adventure now open City Market Sat., August 5 Town Creek Park…
Read More »City of Auburn News - May 22, 2023
Volunteers needed for SummerNight Downtown Art Walk Volunteers are needed for the 2023 SummerNight Downtown Art Walk on June 9 ... Read More SummerNight hosts Peachy Keen Culinary Contest Applications are open for the Peachy Keen Culinary…
Read More »Spring Sundown Concert Series Begins May 4, 2023
Spring Sundown Concert Series begins May 4 The Spring Sundown Concert Series will begin May 4 at Kiesel Park ... Read…
Read More »Formation of Gun Crimes Task Force
Formation of Gun Crimes Task Force The Auburn Police Department (APD), Opelika Police Department (OPD), Lee County Sheriff's Office (LCSO) and the Lee County District Attorney's Office (LCDAO) have partnered to create the Metro Gun Crimes Task…
Read More »Job Vacancy for Rec Leader/Facility Aide - Dean Road Rec Center
General Statement of Duties Coordinates and assists with customer service support for the operations of an assigned Parks and Recreation Facility. Distinguishing Features of the Class The principal function of an employee in this class…
Read More »City of Auburn : Shug Jordan improvements begin Monday
On Monday, March 27, the Alabama Department of Transportation will begin improvements on Shug Jordan Parkway between Richland Road and the entrance to the Army National Guard Armory ... Read More To manage your e-Notifier subscription, that is…
Read More »City of Auburn - LeisureLink March 20-26, 2023
Auburn Parks and Recreation's online newsletter, LeisureLink, is now available for the week. Visit auburnalabama.org/leisure-link/ to view this week's information. - Town Creek Inclusive Playground equipment additions - Empty Bowls tickets…
Read More »City of Auburn News - Job Vacancy for Civil Development Coordinator
Job Description To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable…
Read More »City of Auburn News And Announcements Trash Amnesty Begins Monday
AUBURN, Ala.- Ready to clear out the clutter in and around your home this spring? Trash Amnesty 2023 will take place March 13 through April 7, allowing Auburn residents to take care of spring cleaning without paying extra fees for collection. This…
Read More »City of Auburn : Floral Trail underway through April 21
Auburn Floral Trail underway through April 21 The 14-mile, self-guided Auburn Floral Trail is underway now through April 21 ... Read…
Read More »City Of Auburn LesiureLink March 6-12, 2023
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Read More »City Of Auburn LesiureLink February 27 - March 5, 2023
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Read More »City of Auburn News And Announcements - February 27, 2023
Auburn Public Library hosts spring break events The Auburn Public Library will host several events during the week of March 6 ... Read More » AACT Young Performers present 'Holmes and Watson: The Game’s Afoot' AACT Young Performers…
Read More »City of Auburn News and Announcements - February 22, 2023
Severe Weather Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday set for Feb. 24-26 The 2023 Severe Weather Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday is set for Friday, Feb. 24, through Sunday, Feb. 26 ... Read More After the meeting: Auburn City Council highlights…
Read More »City of Auburn - Sign Up For The Birds And Blooms Reading Challenge
AUBURN, Ala.- The Auburn Public Library is challenging everyone to spring into reading with the Birds & Blooms Learning Challenge! The challenge? Read at least 1,000 minutes from March 1 through April 30. No matter your age, everyone is…
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