Catch up on all things Chamblee!
The Locomotive - One Big Thing:
TownHall Recap
I’m incredibly proud of everything we accomplished in Chamblee this past year. In 2024, we made huge strides across many areas — from sustainability and affordable housing to public safety, parks, and community engagement. We adopted the Chamblee Sustainability Roadmap, moved forward with the City Center Project, completed key infrastructure projects like the 5300 Peachtree sidewalk, and secured funding for Fishbolt Park.
We also passed a Parks Bond with 81% voter approval, added new public art and festivals, and made real progress in public safety — reducing crime by 15% and launching new community-focused police initiatives. On top of that, we improved city communications, upgraded technology, and earned several awards recognizing our efforts to build a stronger, more connected community.
Looking ahead to 2025, I’m excited to continue this momentum and keep working to improve Chamblee for everyone who calls it home. You can read my recap by clicking here.
Left the Station - This Past Week's Events:
March 6: Neighborhood Engagement Program Meeting Community 2/Meeting 1
Keswick and Sextonwoods showed up in full force! Over 60 people attended the meeting, where they heard updates from Chamblee PD, Public Works, Parks, Recreation & Art, Community Engagement, and Development. Thank you to everyone who came out and participated!
Lifeline Pet Adoption Awareness Video
I wanted to take a moment to share a great project that recently took place in our community. Alex Booher, a senior at Chamblee High School, reached out to me as part of her Girl Scout project to help support Lifeline Animal Shelter.
Alex was passionate about raising awareness for pet adoptions and approached the City with the idea of creating an educational video to highlight the need for adoptions and to shed light on the overcrowding issues at Lifeline.
I was honored to work with Alex on this project and to help film a video aimed at educating the community about the different ways to support Lifeline—whether through adoption, fostering, volunteering, or donating supplies.
We filmed the video and helped spread the word about Lifeline’s mission. I’m incredibly grateful to Alex for taking the initiative on such an important cause and for inspiring others to get involved.
Thank you to everyone who participated and supported this effort. You can watch the video by clicking on the following link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b6XiOt4rcg8
At the Station - Ongoing Events in Chamblee:
Downtown Development Authority Board Member Application
The Chamblee Downtown Development Authority is accepting applications for new board members. Please submit your resume and a statement of interest to Economic Development Director Ashley Youmans by March 12, 2025. To apply, click here.
Road Closure Alert
4280 North Peachtree Road from Perimeter Park Drive South to Perimeter Park South will be closed starting Tuesday, February 18 through Tuesday, March 21 to repair a sinkhole. Please avoid the area.
March E-Signal
The newest Signal newsletter is here! Click here to read more.
January 1 - March 31: Trees Atlanta Front Yard Tree Program
Join the Trees Atlanta Front Yard Tree Program to bring shade and beauty to your front yard! The planting season runs from January 1 to March 31.
To select from a list of native trees, apply here: https://www.treesatlanta.org/yardtree/
Arriving Soon - Upcoming Events in Chamblee:
March 12: Design Review Board Meeting
March 13: City Council Public Hearing & Work Session 6 PM @ City Hall
March 15: Doraville's 3rd Annual Healthy Pets DeKalb Event
Doraville Council Member Warren Simmons is calling on all pet owners in Doraville to mark their calendars for the 3rd annual Healthy Pets DeKalb event! Taking place on Saturday, March 15, 2025, from 10 AM to 1 PM at Assembly Atlanta, this event offers a wealth of free pet care resources.
Your furry friends can receive free rabies vaccinations, distemper vaccines, microchips, and vouchers for free spay or neuter surgeries at LifeLine Spay & Neuter Clinics. Additionally, free pet supplies, including food, leashes, and collars, will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
March 18: City Council Regular Session 6 PM @ City Hall
March 22: Atlanta United Watch Party - 1:30 PM @ Plaza Fiesta
March 27: Neighborhood Engagement Program - Community 5 - Meeting 1 -
@ 6:30 PM
March 28: Doraville United Spring Festival Doraville United Elementary School @ 3-5 PM
March 28: Live! on Your Block Village Park Reimagined: Community 3 @ 6 PM
March 29 -30: Taiwain Spring Festival
Savor the Flavors at the Taiwan Spring Festival on March 29-30 at the Culture Center of Teco. This city-partnered event features culinary delights, live culture performances, and foodie fun for all!
April 19-20: Chamblee Art Fest
November 4: Chamblee Municipal Elections
The Caboose
I would love to hear your questions, comments, or concerns.
Email: Jfurst@chambleega.gov
Mobile: 770-901-1121
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