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Residents invited to a “Conversation with a Councilwoman” focusing on traffic calming Oct. 4 Brookhaven, GA, Sept. 21, 2021 – District 1 City Councilwoman Linley Jones will host the latest in her series “Conversation with a Councilwoman” on Monday, Oct. 4, from 6 to 7 p.m. As traffic safety is a top concern throughout Brookhaven, the conversation will focus on various traffic calming solutions and the process to follow if a neighborhood is seeking to opt in for this strategy. |
Mon, 09/20/2021 |
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City Council virtual meeting on Sept. 14 Brookhaven, GA, Sept. 14, 2021 – The Brookhaven City Council will conduct its next regularly scheduled business meeting today, Sept. 14, at 7 p.m. In consideration of social distancing recommendations, the meeting will be held via video conference. In order to ensure transparency and accountability, the public will be able to weigh in during Public Hearings and Public Comment by any of the following options: |
Tue, 09/14/2021 |
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City Council wrap-up for the Sept. 14 virtual meeting FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Brookhaven, GA, Sept. 14, 2021 – The Brookhaven City Council acted on several items in its Sept. 14 business meeting, held via video conference, with public input offered through email and by online comments on Zoom. The action items are as follows: |
Tue, 09/14/2021 |
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City Council names Tywana Minor chair of Social Justice Race & Equity Commission Brookhaven, GA, Aug. 31, 2021 – The Mayor and City Council of Brookhaven have announced the appointment of Ms. Tywana Minor, to assume the role of Chair of the Brookhaven Social Justice, Race & Equity Commission (SJREC). Minor has been a member of the SJREC since its inception in December of 2020. John J. |
Tue, 08/31/2021 |
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Meet the Brookhaven City Centre Vision team at Food Truck pop ups ***UDPATE: The Food Truck event for Sept. 29 has been canceled.*** FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Residents also invited to take new online survey Brookhaven, GA, Aug. 25, 2021 – Residents will have a chance to meet the team behind the Brookhaven City Centre master plan process at a series of pop ups taking place in September at the City’s weekly Wednesday food truck event in Blackburn Park. |
Wed, 08/25/2021 |
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City Council wrap-up for the Aug. 24 virtual meeting Brookhaven, GA, Aug. 25, 2021 – The Brookhaven City Council acted on several items in its Aug. 24 business meeting, held via video conference, with public input offered through email and by online comments on Zoom. The action items are as follows: |
Wed, 08/25/2021 |
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Community invited to participate in Windsor-Osborne Special Area Plan FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Brookhaven, GA, Aug. 25, 2021 – Do you live, work, or play around the Windsor Parkway and Osborne Road area of Brookhaven? If you answered yes, Brookhaven wants to hear from you. Through January 2022, the City of Brookhaven is partnering with community members, area leaders, and property owners to envision future opportunities for development at the intersection of Windsor and Osborne. |
Wed, 08/25/2021 |
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City Council virtual meeting on Aug. 24 Brookhaven, GA, Aug. 24, 2021 – The Brookhaven City Council will conduct its next regularly scheduled business meeting today, Aug. 24, at 7 p.m. In consideration of social distancing recommendations, the meeting will be held via video conference. In order to ensure transparency and accountability, the public will be able to weigh in during Public Hearings and Public Comment by any of the following options: |
Tue, 08/24/2021 |
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Police Foundation donates to Brookhaven Police Hot Pursuit FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Brookhaven, GA, Aug. 20, 2021 – The Brookhaven Police Department’s Hot Pursuit Glow Run received a boost this week from the Brookhaven Police Foundation. On Tuesday, the Foundation donated a $10,000 check to go toward the race. “I am grateful for the continued support from the Brookhaven Police Foundation,” said Police Chief Gary Yandura. “Through the years the foundation has provided generous support for our officers, and we couldn’t be more grateful.” |
Fri, 08/20/2021 |
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‘Mondays With Madeleine’ virtual town hall to feature State Sen. Elena Parent - Aug. 30 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Brookhaven, GA, Aug. 19, 2021 – The public is invited to join District 3 Councilwoman Madeleine Simmons for the August edition of her “Mondays With Madeleine” town hall, taking place the last Monday of each month. This month’s event will also feature State Sen. Elena Parent. |
Thu, 08/19/2021 |
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Rescheduled: Residents invited to a “Conversation with a Councilwoman” focusing on Lynwood Park on Aug. 29 Brookhaven, GA, Aug. 18, 2021 – District 1 City Councilwoman Linley Jones has rescheduled the latest in her series “Conversation with a Councilwoman” to Sunday, Aug 29, from 5 to 6 p.m. To accommodate responsible social distancing during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the meeting will be outdoors at the Lynwood Park pavilion at 3360 Osborne Road in Brookhaven (weather permitting). In the event of rain, the event will be rescheduled. |
Wed, 08/18/2021 |
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Susan Hiott named Clerk of the Year at Georgia Municipal Association annual meeting Brookhaven, GA, Aug. 12, 2021 – At its annual meeting in Savannah, the Georgia Municipal Association (GMA) announced that the Georgia Municipal Clerks Association (GMCA) awarded the 2021 Clerk of the Year designation to Brookhaven’s Susan Hiott. “We already knew that Susan Hiott was the best in the business, and now the rest of Georgia knows it too,” said Mayor John Ernst. |
Thu, 08/12/2021 |
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Mayor John Ernst statement on the arrest of Pedro Silva-Renteria “It is gratifying to know that the tireless efforts of Brookhaven Police and the US Marshals Service everywhere caught the suspect in the heinous and senseless murder of Sophie Vasquez in May. While we all must be patient as the wheels of justice turn, I hope that the progress made in this case brings a little relief for the friends and extended family of Sophie Vasquez. If anyone has any information about this case, please call Brookhaven Police or Crime Stoppers at 404-577-TIPS” ### |
Fri, 08/06/2021 |
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Brookhaven accelerates stormwater management projects Brookhaven, GA, Aug. 4, 2021 –Brookhaven is making plans for stormwater upgrades throughout the City in 2022, based upon an increase in dedicated funding next year. “We have tried to fix the broken stormwater system that we inherited from DeKalb County since cityhood, but the emergency repairs underscore that the underlying issues are worse than we previously thought,” said District 2 Councilmember John Park. “In order to effectively plan for stormwater management and prevent emergencies in the future, we have to make a more significant investment.” |
Fri, 08/06/2021 |
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COVID-19 testing & vaccination site open in Northeast Plaza on Buford Highway ****VACCINES FOR KIDS NOW AVAILABLE! COVID Care Georgia is now offering vaccinations and boosters for everyone ages 5+****
Replaces site formerly located at Brookhaven MARTA Station |
Wed, 08/04/2021 |
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City Council wrap-up for the July 27 virtual meeting Brookhaven, GA, July 28, 2021 – The Brookhaven City Council acted on several items in its July 27 business meeting, held via video conference, with public input offered through email and by online comments on Zoom. The action items are as follows: |
Wed, 07/28/2021 |
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Budweiser Clydesdales join Brookhaven Cherry Blossom Summer Block Party 'Heroes Parade' FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Brookhaven, GA, July 27, 2021 – The iconic Budweiser Clydesdales will join the Brookhaven Cherry Blossom Summer Block Party “Heroes Parade,” on Saturday, July 31, at noon. |
Tue, 07/27/2021 |
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Brookhaven Social Justice Race and Equity Commission Hosts Citywide “Civic Dinners” For Public Input On Race, Diversity and Equality In The City Brookhaven, GA, July 26, 2021 – Described as a “citywide night of conversation,” the Brookhaven Social Justice Race and Equity Commission (SJREC) is hosting a series of “civic dinners” at area restaurants Aug. 9 to garner public input on race, diversity and equality in the community. |
Tue, 07/27/2021 |
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Explore Brookhaven Executive Director receives Master of BrandScience™ award FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Brookhaven, GA, July 27, 2021- In July 2021, Duane Knapp with BrandStrategy, Inc. bestowed Master of BrandScience™ awards to the newest recipients. Renee Areng, Executive Director for Explore Brookhaven, joins more than 60 other remarkable leaders from around the world who have received this award. Areng was one of six other award winners for 2021. |
Tue, 07/27/2021 |
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City Council virtual meeting on July 27 Brookhaven, GA, July 26, 2021 – The Brookhaven City Council will conduct its next regularly scheduled business meeting Tuesday, July 27, at 7 p.m. In consideration of social distancing recommendations, the meeting will be held via video conference. In order to ensure transparency and accountability, the public will be able to weigh in during Public Hearings and Public Comment by any of the following options: |
Mon, 07/26/2021 |
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Brookhaven Development Authority takes the first step toward $155 million multi-use development
The manor at Druid Hills, shown above, will generate $14-$18 million in new taxes, create 270 new jobs, and have 20% of its housing priced for the workforce community. Rendering provided by Related Group. Brookhaven, GA, July 20, 2021 – Today, the Brookhaven Development Authority (BDA) approved plans by the Related Group to obtain economic incentives in support of a $155 million multi-use project at the City’s southern gateway. |
Tue, 07/20/2021 |
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Rep. Lucy McBath tours Peachtree Creek Greenway FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Discusses long term transit options with Brookhaven, Chamblee, Doraville and DeKalb Co. Brookhaven, GA, July 8, 2021 – Congresswoman Lucy McBath toured the Peachtree Creek Greenway with representatives from the City of Brookhaven, DeKalb County, City of Chamblee, City of Doraville and the Salvation Army. |
Thu, 07/08/2021 |
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Brookhaven hosting public input meeting for Dresden Drive improvements FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Brookhaven, GA, July 1, 2021 – The City of Brookhaven is undertaking an operational and safety analysis for three intersections on Dresden Drive - Apple Valley Road, Ellijay Drive/Caldwell Road, and Clairmont Road. The purpose of the study is to identify improvements to help serve projected vehicular traffic while providing safe and comfortable facilities for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. |
Thu, 07/01/2021 |
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Friday headliner Collective Soul joins Brookhaven Cherry Blossom Summer Block Party FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Brookhaven, GA, June 30, 2021 – Friday concert headliner Collective Soul has joined the Cherry Blossom Summer Block Party, taking place July 30 and 31 in the Brookhaven MARTA Station parking lot and along Dresden Drive and Apple Valley Road. |
Wed, 06/30/2021 |
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It’s a blast - Brookhaven fireworks regs keep everyone safe while having fun Brookhaven, GA, June 30, 2021 – It’s that patriotic time of year filled with fireworks and celebration. However, there are some state and local legal restrictions in place meant to make it a joyful time for everyone. Fireworks can be legally used in Brookhaven any day from 10 a.m. until 10:30 p.m. and until 11:59 p.m. on July 3 and 4. |
Wed, 06/30/2021 |