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Jimmy's Chamblee Recap - Week of March 2, 2026

  • Writer: Jimmy Furst
    Jimmy Furst
  • Mar 4
  • 3 min read

Catch up on all things Chamblee!


The Locomotive - One Big Thing:

Happy Lunar New Year!

I spent the last two weekends celebrating Lunar New Year with the incredible community at NACA Atlanta — which is proudly based right here in Chamblee — and at the 2026 Atlanta Lunar New Year Festival in Chamblee, celebrating the Year of the Fire Horse with amazing food, rich cultural traditions, and the spirit of reunion. Chamblee proudly sponsored both events!


Chamblee is one of the most diverse cities in Georgia, and I’m proud that we celebrate and embrace the cultures that make our community so vibrant. I’m also grateful the city supported both celebrations to help make these special events possible. Moments like these are what make Chamblee such a special place to call home. 🧧🎉

Left the Station - This Past Week's Events:

Chamblee Police Citizens Advisory Committee February Meeting

Missed the February CAC? The good news is we hold it on the last Wednesday of every month, and the next one will be at City Hall!


PAC February Meeting Recap

At the Station - Ongoing Events in Chamblee:

Sidewalk Closure on Peachtree Blvd.

Beginning Wednesday, February 11, there will be a sidewalk closure along Peachtree Boulevard in place from Malone Drive to Miller Drive as part of the Peachtree Boulevard Water Transmission Main Replacement Project Phase II. The work in this area will take approximately eight weeks to complete. No pedestrian traffic will be permitted along Peachtree Blvd from Malone Drive to Miller Drive for this duration. "Sidewalk Closed" signs will be installed per the attached map, and the work zone will be barricaded to prevent anyone from walking through.


Citywide Stormwater System Survey & Assessment

Chamblee’s Stormwater Division has engaged a consulting team from Lowe Engineers, with a subconsultant, Atlas, to conduct a Citywide stormwater system survey and assessment. Field work is scheduled to begin in February 2026 and continue through October 2026.

Residents can expect to see field crews out with survey equipment, locating and documenting stormwater assets, such as inlets, manholes, and pipes, in the public right-of-way and from the street to the nearest outfall or stream. They will occasionally need to access private property for this purpose and will have identification.

Regular updates regarding the location of survey crews will be provided via social media. Questions can be directed to the Stormwater Division at stormwater@chambleega.gov.


The Signal

The March/April edition of the Signal is here! Here's what's inside:

  • Mark Your Calendar: 2026 Events Are Here!

  • Little Free Art Gallery

  • Remembering Sgt. Loc Tran

  • Citywide Stormwater Survey & Assessment

  • and more!

Please stay in the know about what's happening in our community! Click HERE to read this month's issue.


Arriving Soon - Upcoming Events in Chamblee

March 5: Design Review Meeting

The March Design Review Board Meeting has been rescheduled for Thursday, March 5, at 6:00 p.m. at Chamblee City Hall.

The meeting will be livestreamed on the City's Facebook Page and YouTube Channel.


March 6: Jimmy's Office Hours

Office hours are this Friday! No appointment is necessary. Just drop by, and we can discuss anything related to Chamblee. Note: I will be at lunch from noon to 1 PM.


March 7: Chamblee Bulldog Dash 5K

Runners and walkers of all ages are invited to join me for Chamblee Middle School's biggest fundraiser for the year! The race is held on March 7 at 8 AM, and you can find the details in the link below.


The Chamblee Bulldog Dash is a traditional timed 5K run/walk race hosted by the Chamblee Middle School Education Foundation and the Chamblee High School Blue & Gold Foundation, with proceeds benefiting the two school foundations and their respective missions to support the students, staff, and communities of Chamblee Middle School and Chamblee High School.


The race is USATF certified and is an official Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race qualifying event. Race details and registration at www.BulldogDash5K.com.


March 19: Coffee With The City Manager


March 21: Field Day with the Finest

Join the Neighborhood Resource Unit of the Chamblee Police Department for Field Day With The Finest, where officers and youth team up for games, sports, and plenty of laughs! It's all about building relationships, staying active, and making great memories!


March 28: Easter Festival

SAVE THE DATE for the 2026 Easter Festival hosted by the Chamblee Police Department on Saturday, March 28, from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at Village Park!

The Caboose

I would love to hear your questions, comments, or concerns.



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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