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1. How do I report a street light that is not working?

Call City Hall at 251-368-2253.

2. Who do I call to have a new sign installed in my neighborhood or perform maintenance on an existing sign?

Call the Street Department at 251-368-4043.

3. Who do I call to report potholes or other road maintenance issues?

Call the Street Department at 251-368-4043.

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1. How do I apply for employment with the City of Atmore?

Want to join our City of Atmore team? Fill out the application (PDF) and email your completed application to Nina Propst of our Human Resources Department.

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1. Who is the Fire Chief for the city of Atmore, Alabama?

The current Fire Chief for the city of Atmore Ronald Peebles. To report a fire call 251-368-9156 or dial 911.

2. How do I report a broken water main / hydrant?

Call the Fire Department at 251-368-9156.

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1. How do I contact the Mayor’s Office?

Mayor Staff welcomes your thoughts, ideas, feedback, and concerns. Feel free to email the Mayor's office or call 251-368-2253.

2. Who is the Mayor of Atmore?

Jim Staff is the current Mayor of Atmore and has held this position for three terms. You may email the Mayor's office or call 251-368-2253.

3. Who are the City of Atmore Council Members?

The city of Atmore has 5 City of Council members. Each district representative is listed along with their contact information. We welcome your feedback and questions!

District 1
Webb Nall

District 2
Jerome Webster

District 3
Eunice Johnson

District 4
Shawn Lassiter

District 5
Chris Harrison

4. How do I learn about the Atmore Chamber of Commerce?

Learn more about the City of Atmore Chamber of Commerce.

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1. How do I get a tag for my vehicle?

To obtain a tag for your vehicle you can visit the Escambia County Satellite Courthouse located at 8600 U.S. Highway 31. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 8 am to 4 pm. They offer vehicle registration, vehicle titles, and vehicle plates and you can renew your driver's license as well

For more information call 251-368-5371.

2. Where do I go to get my Driver’s License?

The Atmore Driver's License Office in Escambia County offers driver's licenses, ID cards, and the license written test on Wednesdays and the second Tuesday of the month from 8 am to 4 pm (closed for lunch from 12 to 1 pm).

For more information call 251-867-0293 every Wednesday and the 2nd Tuesday of each month.

3. How do I pay my traffic ticket?

If you have been issued a traffic ticket, you can pay your fine via the City of Atmore Municipal Court portal. Visa / Mastercard / Discover accepted.

Note: A 4.5% service charge will apply. This service charge is collected by the credit card processing company, not the City of Atmore.

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1. What is the garbage collection schedule for the City of Atmore?

The weekly Garbage pickup schedule is as follows:

• South of Highway 31 - Monday and Thursday
• North of Highway 31 - Tuesday and Friday

As exact pickup times may vary, please be sure to have your items out and ready for pickup by 7 am on your respectively scheduled days. Please place all garbage inside the curb or property line, but not more than 10 feet from the property line.

2. How do I apply for new garbage service?

If you live inside the Atmore city limits, you can apply for new garbage service through West Escambia Utilities, located at 201 East Louisville Avenue or by calling 251-368-2207. Operating hours are Monday through Friday, 8 am to 4 pm.

3. Does Atmore have recycling?

Atmore does have a recycling program! Although the city does not provide Recycling bins, you can bring your cardboard, plastic, and paper to the Street Department at 412 East Ridgeley Street. (next door to Atmore Public Works Department).

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1. Who is required to have a business license?

A current business license is required for any person carrying on a business, vocation, occupation, or profession in Atmore and its police jurisdiction.

2. How do I get my business license?

To apply for a Business license to operate in the city of Atmore, please fill out the application linked here. Once completed, please email your application or mail to:

City of Atmore
P.O. Drawer 1297
Atmore, AL 36504

For questions and any further information, please call us at 251-368-2253

3. What are the steps to getting a business license?

First, complete an application. If the business is located inside city limits or the police jurisdiction, the location must meet code compliance. Once the code compliance is completed, a business license will be issued based on the type of business.The City of Atmore will determine what type of license by asking the applicant questions concerning the business. In some cases, more than one type of license may be required.

4. When does the business license expire?

All business licenses expire on December 31st and are renewable from January 1st until January 31st without a penalty. The one exception to this is that insurance company licenses are also due on January 1st but only delinquent after March 1st.

5. How do I file my local business taxes?

Local taxes are administered through Avenu. If you have questions, call 1-800-556-7274.

6. Who do I talk to about opening a business in Atmore?

Email Jeremy Ray or call 251-368-2253.

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1. How do I pay my Utilities bill?

To pay your utilities bill online, please visit the West Escambia Utilities website and click the Pay Bill button at the top of the page.

You can also visit us in person at the West Escambia Utilities located at 107 East Ridgeley Street, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 8 am and 4 pm. 

2. How do I turn on / turn off my water?

Call West Escambia Utilities at 251-368-2207.