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Council Welcomes Newest Member

As prescribed by O.C.G.A. 21-2-291 – Procedure as to unopposed candidates, our newest Council member, Nivea Castro was sworn in at the August 30th Council meeting by our Municipal Judge, L’Erin Barnes Wiggins. Ms. Castro was the only candidate who qualified to fill the vacated position of Council Member. Her term will run from August 30th, 2022, to December 31, 2023.

Abortion Anti-Criminalization Resolution Passed Unanimously by Council.

Council has passed a resolution regarding Abortion Criminalization written by our District 87 Representative to the State Legislature, Viola Davis. Representative Davis was also present for this most important vote. Read the entire text here.

Rockbridge Road Update

On August 22nd, the Mayor, the Chief and City Administrator met with Dekalb County CEO Michael Thurmond at the site of the Rockbridge Construction. Within two days, major potholes were repaired, and the overgrown grass was cut. The CEO has pledged to meet with the business owners that have been affected.

Audit Report presented to Council by City Auditor

The 2021 year-end Financial Reports are available here

Mayor speaks on panel exploring cities’ role in DeKalb development

The inaugural Cities Summit, sponsored by the Dekalb Chamber of Commerce was held on August 18th. Mayor Hammet spoke of the origins of Pine Lake and the challenges of keeping housing affordable.

PLAIN Pancake Breakfast September 3rd 9:30 am – 11:30 am

Menu: Eggcellent Scrambled Eggs, Purdy-Good Pancakes, Groovy Grits, Savory Sausages. Beverages: Orange Juice, Coffee. $5 for PLAIN members, $6 for non-members. $3 for children.* $1 off if you bring your own plates/utensils. Free if you join PLAIN.

City Council Meetings

Are the second and last Tuesday of each month at 7:00 PM in the Council Chamber / Courthouse at the corner of Forest and Pine. Mask at your own discretion. Agenda Packet for 8/30/2022 Meeting. For additional information on any item in this Brief, use the Contact Us Form.