2026 State of The City Address: A Season of Progress

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Union City Premieres “A Season of Progress” at the 2026 State of the City Address

(Union City, GA) - The momentum is building, the story is unfolding, and the next chapter of Union City’s transformation is ready to take center stage. The City of Union City invites residents, business leaders, and community partners to attend the 2026 State of the City Address on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at Benjamin Banneker High School. Doors open at 6:00 p.m., and the program will begin promptly at 6:30 p.m. Admission is free and open to the public.

This year, Union City unveils “A Season of Progress,” a high-energy, story-driven experience that captures the city’s forward motion through a dynamic and cinematic lens. The evening is designed as a fully curated showcase of headline-making milestones, fan-favorite initiatives, breakout projects, and the focused work powering the community’s continued rise.

The 2026 address unfolds in thoughtfully crafted chapters, each spotlighting the people, partnerships, and priorities shaping the community. From transformational infrastructure investments and public safety advancements to arts, culture, youth programming, workforce development, and economic growth, this season reflects the depth and range of progress happening across the municipality.

Download here for the 2026 SOC Press Release(DOCX, 144KB)

Gallery of 2025 State of the City Address

Reflection of 2025 State of the City Address: Pardon our Progress

During our 2025 State of the City Address, we laid out a clear vision for the future—from new developments and affordable housing to vibrant arts and culture, enhanced parks and recreation, and citywide beautification efforts. It’s all part of our commitment to growth that serves the entire community! Watch the video to experience the energy, passion, and progress that defined last year’s theme: “Pardon Our Progress.”

Upcoming and Current R3 Capital Projects

Realizing the vision of Union City’s R3 Master Plan will require time, a commitment of resources, and coordinated investments. Transforming our current City into the desirable system we envision involves employing innovative delivery strategies, sustainable funding approaches, and a sustained focus on creating vibrant spaces throughout the community. Key capital projects showcased around the City, such as the revitalization of downtown, enhancements to parks and recreational facilities, and improvements to infrastructure, will play a crucial role in this transformation. Together, these initiatives will help shape a better future for all residents and visitors.