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Jimmy's Chamblee Recap - Week of March 30, 2026

  • Writer: Jimmy Furst
    Jimmy Furst
  • 11 hours ago
  • 5 min read

Catch up on all things Chamblee!


The Locomotive - One Big Thing:

Gratitude for Eagle Scout Kai Managan

The City of Chamblee would like to thank Eagle Scout Kai Managan for raising funds to construct a bike repair station at Dresden Park. Kai constructed the station as part of his Eagle Scout project and raised over $2000 from his bike rodeo and through online donations. The bike repair stand includes an air pump and was installed on March 29th.

Left the Station - This Past Week's Events:

Chamblee Wins the Bob Kinsey Award

Over the weekend, Spruill Center for the Arts hosted its Artistic Affair, celebrating the major contributions and impact on Spruill's growth. During the event, our City leaders were awarded for their contributions to Spruill's growth with the acceptance of the Bob Kinsey Award. The award honors former CEO Bob Kinsey and recognizes three hallmarks during his tenure at Spruill:

2) Passion for the Arts

3) Inspiration of others through their work

Thank you, Spruill Center for the Arts, for recognizing our City leaders for their contributions and impact.


Chamblee PD Citizens Advisory Committee

Chamblee PD held their monthly CAC meeting, and thank you to all who came out. The next meeting will move back to the Public Safety Building and will occur on April 29.


PAC March Meeting

The Chamblee Public Art Commission met on Thursday, March 26, at 6:00 p.m. at Chamblee City Hall. You can watch it on Facebook here.


2026 Easter Festival

Thank you, Chamblee PD, for hosting the 2026 Easter Festival at Village Park! The turnout was great, and the weather was perfect.


At the Station - Ongoing Events in Chamblee:

Road Closure Alert

Chamblee’s Stormwater Division will conduct a pipe repair at 2708 Frontier Trail starting this week. There will be a lane closure on Frontier Trail. The repair is expected to take three weeks to complete.


Traffic Updates! UPDATE: New Date for Pierce Drive and Peachtree Boulevard Intersection Closing

Beginning Thursday, March 12, through Friday, April 10, the intersection of Peachtree Boulevard and Pierce Drive will be closed on the northbound side of Peachtree Boulevard. Travelers will need to use Chamblee Dunwoody Road or Miller Drive to Peachtree Road to access Pierce Drive.


Should you have any inquiries regarding the Peachtree Boulevard Water Transmission Main Replacement Project Phase II, please do not hesitate to call the DWM Project Information line at 1-800-986-1108 or email projectinfo@dekalbcountyga.gov. For 24-hour emergencies, please call: 770.270.6243.

March's E-Signal

Catch this month's E-Signal by clicking HERE.


Sidewalk Closure on Peachtree Blvd.

Beginning Wednesday, February 11, there will be a sidewalk closure along Peachtree Boulevard 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

April 3: Jimmy's Office Hours

See me to discuss all things, Chamblee!


April 12- 18: Chamblee Restaurant Week

Chamblee Restaurant Week is back! Join the City of Chamblee for a weeklong celebration of the city’s diverse and delicious dining scene from April 12-18, 2026. From neighborhood favorites to hidden gems, local restaurants will feature special offerings and welcome guests to experience the hospitality that makes Chamblee a standout culinary destination. It’s a great opportunity to discover new flavors, support local businesses, and experience the best of Chamblee one bite at a time. To view a list of participating restaurants, visit https://www.chambleerestaurantweek.net/ 


April 18 - April 25: Art Drop Week

Save the Date for Art Drop Week!

Sunday April 19th

Pop-up Supply Swap @ Dresden Park Community Building

• A live event where creators bring gently used materials (brushes, yarn, fabric, paint pens, etc.) to give/trade.

• We will also be handing out 100 art kits donated by Plaid Enterprises, hosting skill share tables, and more!

April 18th-25th

Art Drop Chamblee 2026 @ All over Chamblee

• A week-long creative scavenger hunt for makers and finders. Make art, find art, keep art!

All skill levels and ages are welcome! Keep an eye on @chamblee_public_arts on Instagram and on the Chamblee city website for more information.


April 18 & 19: Chamblee Art Fest

Art comes alive on Peachtree Road during the 2026 Chamblee Art Fest! Hosted by Splash Festivals, Inc., this two-day festival will be held on Peachtree Road between the Chamblee MARTA Station and Vintage Pizzeria. Visit https://www.splashfestivals.com/ for more information.

  • Saturday, April 18, 2026 - 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

  • Sunday, April 19, 2025 - 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.


April 29: Red Cross Blood Drive

Save a life and give blood at the City of Chamblee Blood Drive in partnership with the American Red Cross on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. in the Community Room at Chamblee City Hall. To schedule an appointment to donate, please visit www.redcrossblood.org and enter the sponsor code: cityofchamblee.


May 6: "ChamBlee to B" Business Networking Event

In celebration of National Small Business Week, please join us for our next "ChamBlee to B" Business Networking Event! It’s an ideal chance to forge valuable connections, exchange ideas, and enhance business opportunities. Light snacks and refreshments will be available. Attendance is FREE, but advanced registration is required. Register here: https://bit.ly/4sV2Mrk

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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