City of Union City Government
Tony Alston has a diverse background in urban planning and community development. Tony'smost recent position is as the Director of Community Development for the City of Union City Government. Prior to that, they worked as a Senior Planner and Interim Assistant Director of Planning & Community Development for the City of East Point. Tony also held the position of Senior Planner for the City of Sandy Springs. Before moving to Georgia, Tony worked as a Facilities Planner for Baltimore City Public Schools. Tony also worked as an Urban Planner for Harford County Government and the Regional Planning Commission of Greater Birmingham. In addition, Tony has experience as a Community Development Specialist/Planner for the Institute for Urban Research, an Economic Development Specialist for the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond, and an Economic Development Specialist for the Maryland Department of Business and Economic Development.
Tony Alston completed their Bachelor's degree in Architecture at Morgan State University - School of Architecture + Planning from 2007 to 2011. Tony then pursued a Master of City & Regional Planning degree at the same institution from 2012 to 2015.
City of Union City Government
Union City, Georgia was established on August 17, 1908. Since that time, the community has continued to evolve and is known for its quiet neighborhoods and growing business districts. Our Elected Officials serve as the community’s decision-makers and consist of four(4) Council Members and one (1) Mayor. Located in the southern portion of Fulton County, Union City (UC) is an exuberating and rising City with a big heart. It is a place where your neighbors, educators, small business owners and elected officials care for their community and each other. Visit us and see the beautiful elements of nature that are illustrated by the Southern bloom of the dogwood trees, crepe myrtles and Bradford pears, which are sure to give all the comforts of home. This small intimate City has all the cultural, spiritual, educational and economic opportunities of a large metropolitan community, but the charm that can only be found in the growth and spirit that is Union City. A mere fifteen minutes from the City of Atlanta and conveniently located ten miles from the world's largest airport, Hartsfield-Jackson International, † UC provides the perfect avenue for welcoming tourist and visitors to come experience the exhilarating shift of a beautiful City. You will see why it is no surprise that people move here for all that UC has to offer. With over 21,000 proud residents*, our partnership with local cities, schools, churches, businesses and other family resources are evident that a sense of family does not end at your front door. It spills out into the surrounding communities and brings together a common goal of support, aspirations and accomplishment. Being a part of UC means being a part of numerous community developments, enriching recreational programs and an array of special events that showcase our vitality. A pleasant drive through the many citizen named streets and buildings in the community, is a clear testament that people who come to Union City, stay in Union City.