Mayor Fuller received a letter from Santa this morning. He was so excited to open it, but unfortunately, when he read it, he was made aware of some disappointing news. People have been climbing over the fences and disturbing our Christmas decorations. Read on...
Mayor Gary Fuller has conferred with Public Works Director Mike Hilyer and has issued an order to “suspend” the rules at City of Opelika cemeteries starting on December 5, 2022 through January 3, 2023. Read on...
Mayor Gary Fuller has earned the prestigious professional designation of Certified Municipal Official (CMO) Emeritus, a highly regarded honor awarded to officials who have excelled beyond the requirements of the Basic and Advanced CMO Programs. Read on...
Decorations and spectacular lights aren’t all that make Opelika the Christmas destination of the South. There are many events throughout December, putting citizens and visitors in the holiday spirit. Check out our 2022 events listed below! Read on...
The Opelika City Council approved a Subaward Agreement with Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA) for Pepperell Creekline Trail improvements. Read on...
In accordance with §11-43-50, Code of Alabama, 1975, the undersigned as President of the City Council of the City of Opelika, Alabama, hereby calls a special meeting of the City Council of the City of Opelika... Read on...
The City of Opelika is aware of and evaluating the Alabama Supreme Court’s decision in a case involving a challenge to a Rental Ordinance enacted by Center Point, Alabama. Read on...
The City of Opelika welcomed Griffin O’Connor to the Opelika Economic Development team on Aug. 1, 2022, to fill the newly created position of Talent Attraction and Retention Coordinator. Read on...
The Southern Economic Development Council (SEDC), the largest regional economic development association in North America, has recognized Opelika, Alabama, for economic development excellence in the American South. Read on...
Alabama will hold its 17th annual sales tax holiday, beginning Friday, July 15, 2022, at 12:01 a.m. and ending Sunday, July 17, 2022, at 12 midnight... Read on...
Opelika Power Services and the Alabama Municipal Electric
Authority are offering summer energy-saving tips to help citizens save a few
dollars. Read on...
Qigong
Come and practice this ancient stress-free exercise that incorporates the mind and body. Based on the five elements of nature: wood, fire, water, metal, and earth. Each movement targets the energy in an organ system of the body. Movements are done slowly to music and the exercises can be done sitting, standing, or lying down. There is no right or wrong, only good, better, and best when doing the moves!
The practice is taught by Jo Anne Brown, a certified group practice leader through Spring Fo...
The City of Opelika is a diverse and high-performing organization. Our values are at the core of what we do. They define who we are, our culture, and provide us with a set of basic principles by which we work.
We strive for excellence in all areas of public service each and every day by listening to our citizens and working to improve processes.
TEAMWORK/ PEOPLE
We succeed, learn, and work together to achieve our goals. We support and encourage staff growth and development in a fair, respectful, and inclusive environment.
Integrity
We maintain a strong ethical compass and a solid sense of integrity in both our leadership and employees.
Innovation
We work toward creative and practical solutions and are driven by continuous improvement.
PROFESSIONALISM
We take pride in all we do, communicate effectively, and project a positive image to our citizens and our community.
FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY
We are excellent stewards of public resources and are accountable to the fiscal policies of the City of Opelika by balancing efficiency and flexibility with budgetary discipline.
