By Jimmy Furst Stay informed. Stay involved. The Locomotive - One Big Thing October 20 City Council Meeting Recap The Chamblee City Council held its regular meeting on Tuesday, October 20, 2026. We covered several development requests, proposed ordinance changes, and other city business. Here are some of the highlights from the meeting: Development and Zoning 5800 Peachtree Road: Council deferred both the rezoning request and the Future Development Map amendment until the Nov

By Jimmy Furst Stay informed. Stay involved. The Locomotive - One Big Thing The Chamblee City Council will hold its October regular meeting on Tuesday, October 20, at 6:00 p.m. at Chamblee City Hall, located at 3518 Broad Street. Here are some of the items on this month's agenda: 🐾 LifeLine Animal Showcase 🏗️ 5800 Peachtree Road: Rezoning request and Future Development Map amendment. 🏘️ North Shallowford Road and East Johnson Circle: Rezoning request and Development of Com

By Jimmy Furst Stay informed. Stay involved. The Locomotive - One Big Thing How Does Chamblee Decide Which Roads Get Paved? One of the questions I hear most often from residents is, "How can I get my road repaved?" It's a fair question. We all want smooth, safe, and well-maintained roads in our neighborhoods. However, deciding which streets get paved and when is more involved than simply submitting a request. Road maintenance is an important responsibility of local government

By Jimmy Furst Stay informed. Stay involved. The Locomotive - One Big Thing September Citizens Advisory Committee Meeting The Chamblee Police Department will hold this month’s Citizens Advisory Committee Meeting on September 30, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. in the Arrow Creek Community Room at the Chamblee Police Department. This is a great opportunity to connect directly with the Police Department’s Command Staff, City Council, and City Manager, hear the latest crime statistics, and a

By Jimmy Furst Stay informed. Stay involved. The Locomotive - One Big Thing September City Council Meeting Recap The Chamblee City Council met on Tuesday, September 15, and took action on several projects focused on parks, trails, sustainability, and development. From moving the Nancy Creek and Savoy Trail project forward to continuing our partnership with Trees Atlanta, here’s a look at what happened. You can watch the full meeting HERE. A few highlights: Nancy Creek and Sav

By Jimmy Furst Stay informed. Stay involved. The Locomotive - One Big Thing July Police Report Crime in Chamblee continues to trend down, which is encouraging news in the July report from the Chamblee Police Department. Through July, the city recorded 627 targeted crimes, down from 725 during the same period last year. That’s a 14% decrease overall. Property crime is down even more, dropping 16% year over year. A few numbers really stand out. Commercial burglaries are down 43

By Jimmy Furst Stay informed. Stay involved. The Locomotive - One Big Thing August City Council Meeting Recap I was unable to attend the August 18 City Council meeting due to a family emergency, but here is a recap of the major items discussed and approved. You can watch the meeting below. Council received a presentation on the City’s FY2025 Audit Report and took action on several projects, development requests, and community investments. A few highlights: Woodacres Nature Pr

By Jimmy Furst Stay informed. Stay involved. The Locomotive - One Big Thing Micro-Mobility Safety Discussion At this month’s Council meeting, I brought forward a discussion about micro-mobility safety and whether Chamblee’s current ordinances have kept pace with the rapidly changing technology on our streets, trails, and public spaces. E-bikes, scooters, and other micro-mobility devices can be a great transportation option, and this discussion was not about treating responsib

By Jimmy Furst Stay informed. Stay involved. The Locomotive - One Big Thing August 13: City Council Public Hearing & Work Session The Chamblee City Council will meet Thursday, August 13, at 6:00 p.m. for our monthly Public Hearing and Work Session. Council will hear six zoning cases covering several parts of the city, including a proposed Panaderia y Antojitos Tierra Maya at 4997 Buford Highway, streetscape requirements at Brookhaven Family Dentistry on North Peachtree Road,

By Jimmy Furst Stay informed. Stay involved. The Locomotive - One Big Thing August 7: Boy Band Review Attending the Summer Concert Series Finale this Friday, August 7? Join us from 6:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at Chamblee City Hall for a free, rain-or-shine event featuring live music from Boy Band Review, along with food and beverages available for purchase. Street parking will be available, with additional parking at Winter Construction, but attendees are encouraged to use MARTA

By Jimmy Furst Stay informed. Stay involved. The Locomotive - One Big Thing City Council July Meeting Recap From now on, I’m going to include my City Council meeting recaps in the weekly newsletter. City Council Dog of the Month Calm and mellow are but a few of the words that have been used to describe Mary Jane. Other words are: delightful, easy, so sweet, and very affectionate. She loves to climb into a lap and give gentle kisses. Mary Jane has an "old soul" demeanor that w

By Jimmy Furst Stay informed. Stay involved. The Locomotive - One Big Thing Chamblee's Independence Day Celebration What a night in Chamblee! 🇺🇸🎆 We estimate that 10,000 people came out to watch the show! From an incredible fireworks show to live music from Robin Thicke, this year’s Independence Day celebration was a special reminder of what makes our community so great. Thank you to everyone who helped plan, host, staff, and support this event, from our city team and pub

By Jimmy Furst Stay Informed. Stay Involved. The Locomotive - One Big Thing Chamblee's Independence Day Celebration Celebrate America's 250th birthday right here in Chamblee! Join your neighbors on Saturday, July 4, at Chamblee City Hall for one of the city's biggest events of the year. Festivities begin at 6:30 p.m., featuring live music from Robin Thicke, a Kids Zone, food and beverages for purchase, and a spectacular fireworks show at 9:15 p.m. To make getting there easier

By Jimmy Furst Stay informed. Stay Involved. The Locomotive - One Big Thing Chamblee Citizens Advisory Committee Meeting This Citizens Advisory Committee Meeting tomorrow will take place at 7:00 p.m. in the Arrow Creek Community Room at the Chamblee Police Department. Meet the Command Staff of CPD, get the latest crime stats, and meet Officer Brandon White to learn more about the LGBT Liaison Program. Left the Station - This Past Week's Events: June City Council Meeting We he

By Jimmy Furst Stay informed. Stay Involved. The Locomotive - One Big Thing My Midyear-In-Review Townhall See me this Wednesday to discuss all things Chamblee at my Midyear-In-Review Townhall Meeting on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. at Chamblee City Hall. Topics of Discussion: 2026 City Accomplishments Progress on City Projects Plans for 2026 Q&A I look forward to seeing you all! Left the Station - This Past Week's Events: Juneteenth Summer Concert: The Evolution of

By Jimmy Furst Stay informed. Stay Involved. The Locomotive - One Big Thing What to Watch at the Chamblee City Council Meeting The Chamblee City Council will hold its Work Session and Public Hearing on Thursday, June 11. Several important items are scheduled for discussion, including the proposed millage rate, a rezoning request for luxury-vehicle storage condos, and a zoning cleanup related to a previous land-swap agreement. Proposed 2026 Millage Rate The City Council will r

By Jimmy Furst Stay informed. Stay Involved. The Locomotive - One Big Thing Public Hearings For the 2026 Millage Rate Counicl is proposing raising the millage rate by one mil, and you can read my thoughts on why this is needed HERE. We want to hear from you, so please come out for public comment! Left the Station - This Past Week's Events: Annual Budget and Millage Rate Discussions—Meeting #2 Thank you to all who came out to the discussion to learn more about the city's budge

Catch up on all things Chamblee! The Locomotive - One Big Thing Memorial Day This past Memorial Day, we remembered and honored the men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Their sacrifice secured the freedoms we enjoy every day, and we owe them a debt that can never truly be repaid. As we spent time with family and friends this past Memorial Day, let’s also take a moment to reflect on those who made that time possible. May we never forget their courage, s

Catch up on all things Chamblee! The Locomotive - One Big Thing Voting in Chamblee Election Day in DeKalb County is here! 🗳️ Make a plan to vote and make your voice heard. Polls are open from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, and if you’re in line by 7:00 PM, you can still vote. Bring a valid photo ID and double-check your polling location before heading out. ✅ Check your voter registration & polling location: Georgia My Voter Page ✅ View election information & sample ballots: DeKalb Coun

Catch up on all things Chamblee! The Locomotive - One Big Thing Disaster in Chamblee My heart goes out to the 72 people displaced by the devastating apartment fire in Chamblee this weekend. My wife and I were actually there when it started, and seeing the scale of the fire firsthand was heartbreaking. I’m grateful that no lives were lost, but so many families are now facing uncertainty and the loss of their homes. My heart also goes out to the businesses affected by this fire