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City Council gives green light to "world-class" dog park Brookhaven, GA, Aug. 14, 2018 -- A large portion of Brookhaven Park, 4158 Peachtree Road, is now officially on its way to becoming home to a “world-class” off-leash dog park, thanks to action taken last night by City Council members. The Council approved a contract not to exceed $50,000 to make the dog park a reality. |
Tue, 08/14/2018 |
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City Council wrap up: Highlights from the August 14 meeting Brookhaven, GA, Aug. 14, 2018 – The Brookhaven City Council acted on several items in its Aug. 14 meeting at Brookhaven City Hall. · The Mayor and Council unanimously approved amendments to the Capital Improvement Fund Budget for the FY 2018 to reallocate funding for the completion of capital projects utilizing cost savings from other projects: o The renovation of the Murphey Candler and Lynwood Park parking lots in the amount of $81,000. |
Tue, 08/14/2018 |
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Girls get government going Nika Manitius (left) and Josey Simonsen gavel in the August 14 Brookhaven City Council meeting with Mayor John Ernst Brookhaven, GA, Aug. 14, 2018 – Nine year old Nika Manitius and eight year old Josey Simonsen took matters into their own hands at the Aug. 14 Brookhaven City Council meeting, as they gaveled in the session and led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. “It’s always good to get kids interested in government and public service,” said Mayor John Ernst. “We are honored to have you here.” |
Tue, 08/14/2018 |
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DeKalb County Transit Master Planning moves forward FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Study builds on input gathered from March 2018 public meetings DEKALB COUNTY, GA (August 13, 2018) – DeKalb County Government, in partnership with the Atlanta Regional Commission, and Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority are working together to develop DeKalb County’s Transit Master Plan. |
Mon, 08/13/2018 |
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Brookhaven Parks and Recreation Fall 2018 Activity Guide available now FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Brookhaven, GA, Aug. 10, 2018 – Want to sign the kiddos up for baseball, softball, football, soccer, or cheerleading? Have any budding gymnasts, tennis stars, or artists in your household? Interested in taking a salsa dance class? Need to know where the City’s parks are located? |
Fri, 08/10/2018 |
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Brookhaven completes Phase 2 of 2018 paving list The new asphalt begins at the intersection of Brooklawn Road and Brooklawn Court, the last street on the 2018 paving schedule. Brookhaven, GA, Aug. 10, 2018 – Utilizing recently-approved Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST) proceeds, the City of Brookhaven wrapped up an aggressive 2018 paving schedule with the completion of Brooklawn Court. |
Fri, 08/10/2018 |
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Join the Brookhaven Police Department in a ‘Hot Pursuit’ FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Brookhaven, GA, Aug. 10, 2018 – Join the Brookhaven Police Department in its annual Hot Pursuit and Glow Run race and help make a difference in a child’s life. The race takes place Saturday, Aug. 25, starting at 6:30 p.m. in Murphey Candler Park, 1551 W. Nancy Creek Drive. |
Fri, 08/10/2018 |
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Mayor John Ernst to host monthly town hall FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE |
Thu, 08/09/2018 |
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Brookhaven pooches invited to make a last splash at Doggy Dip Day FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Brookhaven, GA, Aug. 8, 2018 – Brookhaven Parks & Recreation Department invites pooches to come out and enjoy one last splash of summer at Doggy Dip Day. The event takes place at Murphey Candler pool on Sunday, Sept. 9. Small dogs up to 35 pounds will be let in the pool from 1 to 2:30 p.m., while larger dogs weighing more than 35 pounds can jump in from 3 to 4:30 p.m. The cost is $10 per dog. |
Wed, 08/08/2018 |
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Brookhaven to enforce alcohol provisions at adult club FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Brookhaven, GA, Aug. 1, 2018 – Based upon a July 26 ruling in federal court, the City of Brookhaven will be enforcing the provisions of its alcohol ordinance at the Pink Pony, 1837 Corporate Blvd NE, in Brookhaven. The adult establishment has been operating under a settlement agreement since 2014. Under the terms of that agreement, which expires in 2019, the Pink Pony pays the City of Brookhaven $225,000 annually, and could remain open until 4 a.m. |
Wed, 08/01/2018 |
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Brookhaven withdraws economic incentives offer for Bramblewood Drive redevelopment City stands firm on the affordability of affordable housing Brookhaven, GA, July 31, 2018 – After several months of negotiations, the City of Brookhaven has announced that it has not reached an agreement on economic incentives for a mixed-use redevelopment project on Bramblewood Drive. |
Tue, 07/31/2018 |
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Zoning Ordinance Rewrite draft to be unveiled to Planning Commission on Aug. 1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Zoning Ordinance Rewrite draft to be unveiled to Planning Commission on Aug. 1 Brookhaven, GA, July 27, 2018 – The Brookhaven Zoning Ordinance Rewrite draft, now available for review and comment, will be presented to the Brookhaven Planning Commission during its work session on Wednesday, Aug. 1, at 5 p.m. |
Fri, 07/27/2018 |
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Brookhaven Park dog park improvements provide “best of all worlds” Conrad Sloane and Otis enjoy a run in Brookhaven Park. Brookhaven, GA, July 27, 2018 – Steps are being taken at Brookhaven Park, 4158 Peachtree Road, a popular greenspace frequented by dog lovers, that will provide a “best of all worlds” solution accommodating all visitors to park, whether they own a dog or not. |
Fri, 07/27/2018 |
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City Council wrap up: Highlights from the July 24 meeting Brookhaven, GA, July 27, 2018 – The Brookhaven City Council acted on several items in its July 24 meeting at Brookhaven City Hall. · The Mayor and Council honored all of the Murphey Candler Baseball and Murphey Candler Girls Fast Pitch Softball League Tournament Champions for the 2018 season. · The Mayor and Council received a presentation from Courtney Rogers at Davenport & Company regarding the “triple-A” credit ratings from Moody’s and Standard & Poors. |
Fri, 07/27/2018 |
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Take small measures to celebrate summer safely FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Common sense can go a long way Brookhaven, GA, July 27, 2018–There’s still time for plenty of summer fun before the Labor Day weekend, with many folks enjoying activities such as swimming, walking, biking or just enjoying being outdoors. Whether you’re grilling steaks in the park, traveling on vacation or coping with hot summer days, don’t let your guard down when it comes to summer safety. |
Fri, 07/27/2018 |
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Brookhaven approves Parks Bond referendum for November ballot $40 million would make substantial improvements in six City parks Brookhaven, GA, July 25, 2018 – At it’s July 24 meeting, the Brookhaven City Council approved a resolution placing a referendum question on the Nov. 6, ballot which, if passed, would authorize up to $40 million in capital improvements to Brookhaven parks and facilities. |
Wed, 07/25/2018 |
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Brookhaven receives “Double Triple-A” credit rating Standard & Poor’s and Moody’s give Brookhaven highest grade Brookhaven, GA, July 24, 2018 – Today, both Standard & Poor’s (S&P) and Moody’s Investor Services (Moody’s) graded the financial health, management and fiscal policies of the City of Brookhaven, each giving the city the highest rating: S&P rated Brookhaven AAA, Moody’s awarded the City Aaa. |
Tue, 07/24/2018 |
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Brookhaven places ‘Brunch Bill’ on November ballot Brookhaven, GA, July 24, 2018 – Brookhaven voters will decide on Nov. 6 if restaurants in the City can start serving alcoholic beverages a little earlier on Sundays. The Mayor and City Council voted unanimously on Tuesday to allow the “Brunch Bill” on the General Election ballot. If passed, restaurants will be able to serve alcohol from 11 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. on Sundays. Currently, Sunday hours are from 12:30 to 11:59 p.m. |
Tue, 07/24/2018 |
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Brookhaven joins with other cities to explore transit options Searching for ways to improve traffic flow on I-285 |
Tue, 07/24/2018 |
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Brookhaven approves funding for Municipal Maintenance Yard Brookhaven, GA, July 24, 2018 – The Brookhaven City Council unanimously approved a contract in the amount of $113,690 with Pro Building System to establish a Public Works and Parks Maintenance Yard. The yard will be located at 1793 Briarwood Road, and eliminate the need to store Public Works equipment at the current location at Osborne Park. |
Tue, 07/24/2018 |
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Brookhaven begins maintenance at Murphey Candler spillway Brookhaven, GA, July 20, 2018—The Brookhaven Public Works Department and contractors from Site Engineering are conducting maintenance at the Murphey Candler Spillway site. Over the next several weeks, workers will be clearing shrubs and other vegetation, performing minor concrete resurfacing, and conducting site inspections. During this time, it is expected that the work will have minimal impact on the activities of park visitors, although when the concrete work begins, the sidewalk at the spillway may be closed for a few days. |
Fri, 07/20/2018 |
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Administration submits Parks Bond project list to Mayor and City Council FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE PARC priorities included in $40 million total, community input wanted Brookhaven, GA, July 10, 2018 – Today, Brookhaven City Manager Christian Sigman forwarded a recommended project list of Parks capital improvement projects to the Mayor and City Council. If the Mayor and City Council choose to place a Park Bond Referendum on the Nov. 6, 2018 ballot, the City Council must adopt a resolution calling the election ballot question at its July 24 meeting. |
Tue, 07/10/2018 |
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Brookhaven earns recertification as a “Georgia Certified City of Ethics” FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Brookhaven earns recertification as a “Georgia Certified City of Ethics”
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Mon, 07/09/2018 |
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Don't let mosquitoes push you indoors Brookhaven, GA, July 5, 2018--Nothing describes summer better than spending those lazy, hazy days in backyards, at sports venues or in one of Brookhaven’s beautiful parks. However, nothing can ruin a good time outdoors during the summer months more than pesky mosquitoes. |
Fri, 07/06/2018 |
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First anniversary of Young Girls Peace Monument celebrated in Blackburn Park
New butterfly garden added to monument site Brookhaven, GA, July 5, 2018 – Despite the threat of rain, members of Brookhaven’s Korean community gathered in Blackburn Park last Thursday to celebrate the one-year anniversary of the installation of the Young Girls Peace Monument. Brookhaven Mayor John Ernst, Councilmember Linley Jones and Councilmember John Park were on hand to help celebrate the event. |
Fri, 07/06/2018 |