Welcome to City of Kingston

City Hall

Meet the Mayor, City Clerk, and Council Members who serve the citizens of City of Kingston. View current leadership, council details, and election information.

Online Payments

Pay your utility bills or municipal fines quickly and securely online. Multiple payment options are available for your convenience.

Resources

Find local contacts for utilities, public safety, and community services. Access helpful information for residents, businesses, and visitors.

City Officials

Meet the Mayor, City Clerk, and Board of Aldermen who serve the citizens of Arbyrd. See current leadership, council details, and election information.

Online Payments

Pay your water bill, city taxes, or court fines quickly and securely online. Multiple payment options are available for your convenience.

Resources

Find local contacts for utilities, public safety, and city services. Access helpful information for residents and community partners.

About City of Kingston

A Proud Past and a Promising Future

Kingston, one of Georgia’s most historic towns, played a pivotal role in the Civil War by delaying the Great Locomotive Chase, aiding 100,000 wounded soldiers in the first Confederate Wayside Home, being the birthplace of Confederate Memorial Day, delivering permission for Sherman’s March to the Sea, and surrendering the last Confederates east of the Mississippi.



Rich in antebellum history, Kingston, Ga., displays its pride through artifacts, scrapbooks and photographs in two museums. Visitors to Kingston Women's History Museums learn how Kingston grew with the W&A Railroad and became the final resting place of First Lady Michelle Obama's great-great-great grandmother. See how the Great Locomotive Chase was delayed as Kingston depot agent Uriah Stephens resisted Andrews' Raiders lies from the stolen locomotive "General". Markers show how residents served 100,000 wounded soldiers in the first Confederate Wayside Home. The Kingston Confederate Cemetery holds the oldest Confederate Memorial Day service each April. Displays tell how the Civil War's end began here when General Sherman requested and received permission from General Grant for The March to the Sea. In May 1865, the last surrender of Confederate troops east of the Mississippi was at Kingston by Gen. William T. Wofford. Visitors to Barnsley Resort, and those who come annually to Atlanta Steeplechase and CounterPoint Music Festival, can discover Kingston's legacy.

Services Available

Call Before You Dig

Before starting any digging project, it’s important to call 811 at least 48 hours in advance to have underground utilities properly marked. This free nationwide service helps prevent accidents and damage by identifying the location of buried gas, electric, water, sewer, telecommunications, and cable lines.

Striking an underground utility can cause serious injury, service outages, costly repairs, and legal penalties. Whether you’re installing a fence, planting trees, or beginning a major construction project, state law requires you to contact 811 before you dig.

Simply dial 811 or visit Call811.com to submit a request online.

Follow us on Facebook!

Stay connected with City of Kingston  by following our official Facebook page. It’s the easiest way to stay informed about what’s happening in your community — from important announcements and public notices to upcoming events and local celebrations.

We regularly share updates on city projects, weather alerts, utility schedules, council meetings, and helpful reminders for residents and visitors. You’ll also find photos from community gatherings, highlights from local organizations, and opportunities to get involved in city programs.

Join the conversation, share your ideas, and see how City of Kingston continues to grow and thrive together.