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City Council wrap-up of the May 12 virtual meeting

Brookhaven, GA, May 13, 2020 – The Brookhaven City Council acted on several items in its May 12 business meeting, held via video conference, with public input offered through email and by online comments on Facebook Live.  The action items are as follows:

Wed, 05/13/2020
Residents invited to a virtual “Coffee with a Councilwoman” on May 22

Brookhaven, GA, May 13, 2020 – District 1 City Councilwoman Linley Jones will host the latest in her series “Coffee with a Councilwoman” on Friday, May 22, from 9 to 10 a.m. This community meeting will be via video conference due to the COVID-19 pandemic and shelter-in-place guidelines. It will be broadcast on Facebook Live on the City’s Facebook page at www.Facebook.com/BrookhavenGAgov

Wed, 05/13/2020
CIty Council virtual meeting on May 12

Brookhaven, GA, May 11, 2020 – The Brookhaven City Council will conduct its next regularly scheduled business meeting on May 12, at 7 p.m.  However, in consideration of social distancing recommendations by the World Health Organization, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and State Board of Health, the meeting will be held via video conference. 

Mon, 05/11/2020
“Kudos for Cops” offers a perfect way to express thanks to BPD officers and staff

Brookhaven, GA, May 1, 2020 -- While the coronavirus has turned our everyday world upside down, the Brookhaven Police Department (BPD) has continued to smoothly do its job and protect the community. Alongside other first responders such as health providers, EMTs, etc., the BPD has demonstrated incredible flexibility and commitment to getting the job done. In recognition of their “above and beyond” performance, a new outlet has been created for the public to express their appreciation: #BrookhavenStrong Kudos for Cops.

Fri, 05/01/2020
Brookhaven 2020 paving program underway ---- Other intersection and road improvements making progress

 

Brookhaven, GA, April 29, 2020 – The City of Brookhaven continues its aggressive paving schedule as it begins its 2020 road improvement projects.  Crews began raising curbs on Sunland Drive on Monday, April 27.  The first streets to see new asphalt over the next four weeks, weather permitting, are Sunland Drive, Victor Road, Shadecrest Drive, Green Meadows Lane, and Woody Trail.

Fri, 05/01/2020
City Council wrap-up of the April 28 virtual meeting

Brookhaven, GA, April 29, 2020 – The Brookhaven City Council acted on several items in its April 28 business meeting, held via video conference, with public input offered through email and by online comments on Facebook Live.  The action items are as follows:

Wed, 04/29/2020
JetSouth LLC helps make hand sanitizing easier for City Hall, BPD

Brookhaven, GA, April 27, 2020 - Wash your hands and sanitize -- it's something health officials have urged everyone to do to help prevent the spread of the COVID-19 novel coronavirus. Thanks to the generosity of an entrepreneurial Atlanta businessman, this health practice has become a little easier for visitors and employees at Brookhaven City Hall and for officers in the Brookhaven Police Department (BPD) to utilize as they come on or off duty.

Mon, 04/27/2020
Brookhaven establishes guidelines & temp permits for restaurants
Mayor’s executive order allows alfresco experience effective immediately
Mon, 04/27/2020
City Council virtual meeting on April 28

Brookhaven, GA, April 27, 2020 – The Brookhaven City Council will conduct its next regularly scheduled business meeting on April 28, at 7 p.m.  However, in consideration of social distancing recommendations by the World Health Organization, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and State Board of Health, the meeting will be held via video conference. 

Mon, 04/27/2020
District 3 Councilwoman hosting ‘Mondays With Madeleine’ virtual town hall

Event will also feature District 2’s John Park

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Brookhaven, GA, April 21, 2020 – The public is invited to join District 3 Councilwoman Madeleine Simmons for the debut of her “Mondays With Madeleine” town hall, taking place the last Monday of each month.

Tue, 04/21/2020
Brookhaven completes key Murphey Candler projects

A view of the newly-dredged Murphey Candler Lake from the vantage point of the dam.

Work completed on schedule, despite snow and coronavirus

Mon, 04/20/2020
New mural captures the core essence of #BrookhavenStrong

Brookhaven Mayor John Ernst, right, and Atlanta artist Alison Hamil, left, keep their social distance as they pose before Hamil’s finished #BrookhavenStrong mural installed this week along Peachtree Road on a section of the MARTA Gold Line retaining wall. Conceived by Ernst, the mural is meant to signify unity and hope for Brookhaven residents during the pandemic.

Fri, 04/17/2020
Brookhaven extends state of emergency

City Council postpones deadlines for permits and fee payments

Brookhaven, GA, April 14, 2020 – During its regular business meeting on April 14, the Brookhaven City Council extended and clarified the emergency declaration which is already in effect until April 30.

Wed, 04/15/2020
City Council wrap-up of the April 14 virtual meeting

Brookhaven, GA, April 14, 2020 – The Brookhaven City Council acted on several items in its April 14 business meeting, held via video conference, with public input offered through email and by online comments on Facebook Live.  The action items are as follows:

Tue, 04/14/2020
City Council virtual meeting on April 14

Brookhaven, GA, April 13, 2020 – The Brookhaven City Council will conduct its next regularly scheduled business meeting on April 14, at 7 p.m.  However, in consideration of social distancing recommendations by the World Health Organization, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and State Board of Health, the meeting will be held via video conference. 

Mon, 04/13/2020
Brookhaven Easter Bunny appearances canceled

The City of Brookhaven has canceled the drive-by Easter Bunny appearances originally scheduled for Saturday, April 11.

“Due to a growing concern that the popularity of the Easter Bunny would exceed reasonable expectations of social distancing, we made the difficult decision to cancel the event this year,” said Brookhaven Mayor John Ernst.

Fri, 04/10/2020
Mayor John Ernst to host virtual town hall on Thursday, April 16

Brookhaven, GA, April 8, 2020 – The public is invited to join Mayor John Ernst for a virtual town hall meeting on Thursday, April 16, from 6 to 7 p.m. to discuss Brookhaven’s response to the coronavirus pandemic and other issues.

The meeting will be held via video conference, and will be broadcast on Facebook Live on the City’s Facebook page at www.Facebook.com/BrookhavenGAgov

Wed, 04/08/2020
Art contest exhibits #BrookhavenStrong

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Project is a chance to show patriotism and community pride, and honor brave first responders

Mon, 04/06/2020
Where, oh where, is Barry Bear! Is he here? Is he there?

 

Missing mascot last seen roving Brookhaven

Brookhaven, GA, April 3, 2020 -- Calling all kids! The Brookhaven Police Department (BPD) has issued an all points bulletin seeking their beloved officer, Barry Bear. He was last seen rambling through Brookhaven, spreading cheer to boys and girls. Can you help us locate him?

Fri, 04/03/2020
City residents encouraged to fly flags and lift voices at #BrookhavenStrong

Brookhaven, GA, March 26, 2020 -- After days of isolation, it’s time for Brookhaven residents to come together symbolically and unite, from a safe distance of course, to show that we are all in this health crisis together. Taking a cue from our neighbors around the world, here is an opportunity to put our local and national pride on display, showing that we are all #BrookhavenStrong.

Thu, 03/26/2020
City Council wrap up: Highlights from the virtual meeting on March 24

Brookhaven, GA, March 24, 2020 – The Brookhaven City Council acted on several items in its March 24 business meeting, held for the first time via video conference, with public input offered through email and by online comments on Facebook Live.

The action items are as follows:

Wed, 03/25/2020
Brookhaven extends state of emergency

Restaurants and bars remain closed to dine-in service, gatherings more than 10 prohibited, shelter-in-place ordered to prevent spread of COVID-19

Wed, 03/25/2020
Brookhaven approves federal buyout for two flood plain properties

Brookhaven, GA, Mar. 24, 2020 – The Brookhaven City Council approved the purchase of two residential properties through a Hazard Mitigation Grant Program partnership with the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).These are the first properties to be acquired using FEMA funds in Brookhaven’s history. 

Wed, 03/25/2020
Brookhaven Cherry Blossom Festival Unveils Virtual Artist and Vendor Market

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Frances Schube
Office: 770-452-1727
Cell: 470-342-5797
Email: Rdemetrius72@aol.com

Brookhaven, GA, - March 25, 2020 – The much-anticipated Brookhaven Cherry Blossom Festival (canceled for March 28 and 29 due to the COVID-19 pandemic) will now  come directly into your homes March 28 through April 3. 

Wed, 03/25/2020
City Council virtual meeting on March 24

Brookhaven, GA, Mar. 23, 2020 – The Brookhaven City Council will conduct its next regularly scheduled business meeting on March 24, at 7 p.m.  However, in consideration of social distancing recommendations by the World Health Organization, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and State Board of Health, the meeting will be held via video conference. 

Mon, 03/23/2020

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