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A variety of
information contributes to the Mountain Park lifestyle, whether
it's responsibilities (paying taxes, etc.), uniqueness (being a
wildlife refuge) or quirks (maps not accurately reflecting city
streets!).
Demographics
According to the 2000 Census, Mountain Park has a population of
506, of which 50.4 percent are female and 49.6 percent are male.
The median age is 42.2 -- the 35-44 age group is the largest, with
a total of 126 people reflecting 24.9 of the population. There are
248 houses in the city.
Wildlife
Refuge
Mountain Park is an officially designated wildlife refuge which
protects all wildlife including birds, animals and reptiles. A variety
of species -- some rare, including Great Blue Herons, Red Tailed
Hawks, Eastern Bluebirds and Pileated Woodpeckers -- live here part
or all of the year. Recently two white swans have been spotted on
Lake Cherful.
City
Layout
Most of the streets on the south side of the lakes (the older part
of the city) are named after trees such as Cedar, Maple, Spruce,
etc. Most streets on the north side are named after birds, like
Robin, Thrush and Cardinal. Please note that most published "metro
Atlanta" maps (including Internet maps) contain inaccurate
drawings of Mountain Park, with references to several non-existent
streets. A map of the city can be found in the Mountain Park phone
directory.
Garbage
and Trash Pick-up
Garbage and recyclable items are picked up on Thursday A.M. All
garbage must be bagged before placing in cans. Recycling of newspapers,
aluminum cans, tin cans, plastic drink bottles and milk cartons
is required of all city residents. Garbage cans and recycling bins
can be obtained from City Hall. The city of Mountain Park does not
offer yard waste pick-up. Residents are encouraged to recycle all
yard debris by mulching and composting. A dumpster for large household
items is available quarterly. Large household items should be placed
ONLY in the available dumpster.
Water
and Sanitation Bills
Mountain park water and sanitation bills are due at the City Hall
on the 1st of each month. Late fines are strictly enforced.
City
Rentals
The Civic Building and the city pool (during summer months) are
available for rent to residents. A refundable deposit and rental
fee are required. Contact the city clerk at 770-993-4231 for more
information.
Property
Taxes
Both the City of Mountain Park and Fulton County tax landowners
of Mountain Park. Fulton County has the administrative responsibility
of collecting all taxes. Homeowners, once billed, may mail their
taxes. Homeowners can file for the Fulton County Homestead Tax Exemption
at the North Fulton County Government Annex located in Alpharetta
at 11913 Wills Road (see
map) during the hours of 8:30 A.M. to 4:00 P.M.
Voter
Registration
Voter registration is available during regular operation hours at
Fulton County
libraries
or the North Fulton County Government Annex at 11913 Wills Road
(see
map) Tuesday through Saturday during the hours of 7:30 AM to 5
PM.
Auto
Tags & Driver's Licenses
Georgia driver's
licenses can be obtained at the Sandy Springs Customer Service
Center located at 8610 Roswell Road, Suite 710,(see
map) during the hours of 8:30 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. Call
404-730-6100 for more information.
Emergency
Services
See the
local resources
page for full police and fire department information.
Schools
See the
local resources
page for local schools.
Post
Offices
The nearest post office is located in the Hallmark store in the
Sandy Plains Village shopping center on Highway 92. The main 30075
post office is located on Alpharetta Highway, just north of the
Holcombe Bridge Road intersection, in the Brannon Square shopping
center.
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