Jimmy's Chamblee Recap - Week of August 18, 2025
- Jimmy Furst
- Aug 19
- 5 min read
Catch up on all things Chamblee!
The Locomotive - One Big Thing:
Chamblee Qualifying
Qualifying for the 2025 Municipal General Election begins next week! Seats up for election are:
✅ Mayor
✅ Councilmember District One
✅ Councilmember At-Large
Qualifying Begins:
📆 August 19 - 21, 2025
⏰ 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m.- 4:30 p.m.
📍 Chamblee City Hall
Left the Station - This Past Week's Events:
August 15: Chamblee's Birthday Celebration, A Celebration Through Time Honoring Chamblee's Past, Present, and Future
Today, we celebrated the City of Chamblee’s 117th birthday, honoring the City’s history. Our city leaders unveiled a plaque commemorating Wylie H. Chamblee, namesake of the City of Chamblee.
Attendees also learned more about Chamblee’s history through artifacts, documents, and photos presented by Historian Michael Hitt and members of The Chamblee History Project.
You can watch the story in our award-winning video, and it's worth watching!
August 15: Rail Trail Reopened!
Drainage Improvements on the Chamblee Rail Trail at the Peachtree Boulevard Overpass will be completed ahead of schedule. The trail was reopened on August 14.
August 15: Feast - Welovebuhi's Fundraising Event
My wife and I had such a great time at Welovebuhi’s Feast event, proudly sponsored by Chamblee. From the incredible Peruvian dishes to the vibrant music and dancing, the night was full of energy and community. Always grateful to celebrate the culture and stories that make Buford Highway so special!
At the Station - Ongoing Events in Chamblee:
Planning and Development FAQ
Want answers to the most frequently asked questions regarding permitting, inspections, and planning & zoning? We've designed an FAQ webpage with everything you need to know! Click HERE to read the FAQ.
August E-Signal
Read this month's E-Signal by clicking here.
July/August Signal
The July/August Signal is here! Check out the latest edition with lots of news, accomplishments, and events! You can read it HERE.
Peachtree Boulevard Water Transmission Main Replacement Project
Efforts to improve water service capacity throughout DeKalb County will continue in July with the launch of the Peachtree Boulevard Water Transmission Main Replacement Project. Crews will replace approximately 11,000 linear feet of an existing 30-inch carbon steel main with a 36-inch Ductile Iron main. Crews will also remove the 8-inch and 6-inch pipes running alongside the 30-inch and replace them with a 12-inch pipe.
The project timeline is three years. Work will begin on Malone Drive, the southern end of the project. Crews will then move to the northbound lane of Peachtree Boulevard and continue north until completion at Carver Drive. UPDATE: Paving took place on Malone Drive last Thursday. Residents of Attiva Peachtree Apartments will need to exit their garage onto Peachtree Boulevard. Signage and flaggers will be in place to guide motorists. Parking remains available on Malone Drive outside of the construction zone. For questions about the project, call the DeKalb Watershed Project Information line at 1-800-986-1108 or email projectinfo@dekalbcountyga.gov. For 24-hour emergencies, please call: 770.270.6243
For more information, click here.
New Rail Trail Segment
Construction is underway on the new Keswick Park Trail Spur, which connects the softball field to Sexton Woods Drive. The project is expected to be completed this August, though the weather may impact the schedule.
The video below was taken on August 12, and I’ll be sharing weekly updates so you can follow the progress.
Arriving Soon - Upcoming Events in Chamblee:
August 19: City Council August Regular Meeting
This month's agenda can be found HERE, and I'll have my recap up next week.
Aug 22: Jimmy's Office Hours
My office hours are back! See you at City Hall this Friday to discuss all things Chamblee. Note: I'll be at lunch from 12ish to 1ish.
August 23: Household Hazardous Waste Drive
August 27: Chamble PD Citizens Advisory Council
August 28: Public Arts Commission Meeting
This month's PAC meeting will be held at 6 PM at City Hall. I will post the agenda once available.
September 4: Coffee With the City Manager
September 20: Chamblee Chalk Walk Join us for our annual Chalk Walk & Artist Market - a fun, family-friendly event where sidewalks become masterpieces and creativity knows no bounds! Whether you're a seasoned artist or just love doodling, there's space for everyone to show off their chalk art skills. Interested in becoming a vendor, volunteer, or attending our annual Chalk Walk & Artist Market? Click here for more information.
September 27: Third Spot Gameday!
October 12: Atlanta Pride Parade
Join us as we participate in the 55th anniversary of the Atlanta Pride Parade on Sunday, October 12, 2025!
If you'd like to march with your elected officials, city staff, and the Chamblee community, please complete the form. The sign-up deadline is September 12th, and space is limited to the first 100 participants. https://bit.ly/chambleepride2025
We're happy to announce that we will be adding a FLOAT to our parade group!
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Josh Duarte at jduarte@chambleega.gov or 470-568-5578.
October 18: Taste of Chamblee Returns!
November 4: Chamblee Municipal Elections
In case you missed it, I announced my candidacy for re-election to the Chamblee City Council At-Large Seat! Serving our vibrant community since January 2022 has been an honor, and I am eager to continue working together to build a sustainable and prosperous future for Chamblee. My commitment to these core issues remains steadfast. I will continue to:
Advocate for sustainable development along with right-sized growth that aligns with our community's values.
Implement innovative environmental policies to combat climate change locally.
Enhance the quality of life by focusing on infrastructure, parks, and community engagement.
I will continue to work hard for you, and I hope I have earned your support!
The Passenger Car
Chamblee highlights in the media.
Atlanta News First: Chamblee police searching for men, SUV linked to homicide
Urbanize ATL: Check out this dazzling, circular concept for Chamblee Town Center
Note: This article is highly speculative, and I'm unsure why it was published
Rough Draft Atlanta: Chamblee LGBTQ+ liaison bridges historic gap between police and community
The Caboose
I would love to hear your questions, comments, or concerns.
Email: Jfurst@chambleega.gov
Mobile: 770-901-1121 The legal stuff: The views expressed represent the views of the author and may not reflect the views of the Chamblee City Council. Comments posted in response to a Councilmember-initiated communication may be subject to public disclosure under the Open Records Act. If you are a resident of Chamblee and would like to discuss city business, please go to chambleega.gov or contact me at the email above.
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