The Chamblee Brief - September 28, 2026
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 ask questions about what’s happening in our community.
There is no subject too big or too small. If it matters to you, bring it to the conversation.
Come learn how CPD handles immigration enforcement, including the role of local police and how officers respond when immigration-related issues arise during their work.
You’ll also have an opportunity to learn how Chamblee uses Flock cameras as a public safety tool and tour the Real Time Crime Center to see how CPD uses technology to support officers and investigate crime.
Join us September 30 at 7:00 p.m. Bring your questions, meet the people serving our community, and learn more about public safety in Chamblee. No registration is needed. Just show up and be part of the conversation.
Left the Station - This Past Week's Events
3rd Spot: UGA vs. Oklahoma Game Watching
Thank you to everyone who came out to enjoy the game! We have three more game-watching events coming up, and you can find the details later in this newsletter. Hope to see you there!
Huntley Hills Neighborhood Association Fall Street Party
I enjoyed attending the HHNA Fall Block Party for the 5th year in a row! It gets better each and every time and this year had tacos and beer. Nuff said.
Public Art Commission Meeting
The PAC recap for September is below.
At the Station - Ongoing Events in Chamblee
Water Transmission Main Replacement Project Update
The southbound right-turn lane from Peachtree Boulevard onto Chamblee Dunwoody Road will be closed from Monday, September 21, through Friday, October 2, weather permitting.
Detour signage will be installed to guide traffic along alternate routes. Motorists traveling south on Peachtree Boulevard should use Ivy Lane to turn onto Chamblee Dunwoody Road. Motorists traveling west on Chamblee Dunwoody Road will continue across Peachtree Boulevard and be directed around the work area.
Normal construction hours will be from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding major holidays. An increase in construction-related noise and traffic during work hours should be expected.
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.
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
From September 15 through October 15, we celebrate the rich cultures, traditions, history, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities.
Here in Chamblee, our diversity is one of the things that makes our community so vibrant. This month, we're proud to recognize the people, families, businesses, and traditions that continue to make Chamblee a welcoming place for everyone.
Front Yard Tree Program
Join the Trees Atlanta Front Yard Tree Program! Chamblee homeowners can request up to two trees to be planted in their yard at no cost. Planting season runs from October 2026 through March 2027. Submit an application via www.treesatlanta.org/yardtree.
2026 Road Repaving
The City of Chamblee is improving your commute one street at a time by repaving 21 streets from mid-August to mid-October. The Public Works team has placed signs at the locations where street paving will take place. Check the posted paving schedule above for dates and locations.
The City is spending $2.6 million on street repaving. Of the $2.6 million, the City is utilizing $780,000 in Local Maintenance & Improvement Grant funding through the Georgia Department of Transportation and $1,820,000 in Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST) funding to complete this project.
Chamblee Introduces Curbside Composting
The City of Chamblee is partnering with CompostNow to bring curbside composting to all residents starting this October! For just $19 per month (plus a one-time $19 startup fee), you can divert food scraps from the landfill and turn them into nutrient-rich compost.
Why Compost?
Over 50% of what ends up in landfills is organic material that could be composted. In a landfill, that organic waste generates methane, a greenhouse gas 84 times more potent than CO₂. Composting diverts those materials and transforms them into finished compost instead.
When finished compost is added to local soil, it sequesters carbon, improves water retention, reduces the need for chemical fertilizers, and improves the nutrient value of our food.
When we build local compost systems for cycling nutrients back into the soil, we improve the climate resiliency of the community and create equitable opportunities for our local growers who strengthen our food supply chains and provide access to fresh, healthy food.
To learn more about the program and to sign up, click HERE.
Chamblee Arts Master Plan Survey
Chamblee is now updating its 2019 Arts Master Plan! The new five-year plan will reflect our community's priorities for public art, arts and culture events and programs, and more. You can learn more about the plan and take a survey to share your thoughts by scanning the QR code or visiting tinyurl.com/chambleeartsplan.
Chamblee Annual Report
We had a great year last year, and we're ready to share it! Read all about our accomplishments in our Annual Report by clicking HERE.
Arriving Soon - Upcoming Events in Chamblee
October 1: Breakfast & Speaker
The Chamblee Chamber of Commerce is hosting Breakfast & Speaker this Thursday! Mayor Mock is the guest speaker and you can learn more at https://chambleechamber.biz/
October 2: Office Hours Are Back!
My regularly scheduled office hours are back! Swing by City Hall Friday to meet with me and discuss all things Chamblee!
October 6: Keswick Park Upper Area Public Input Meeting #3
Join us for the third Keswick Park Upper Area Public Input Meeting!
Tuesday, October 6, 2026
6:00 - 7:30 p.m
Chamblee City Hall
Keswick Park is a city park for all of Chamblee, and this input session is open to every Chamblee resident, not just those who live near the park. We want to hear from people across our community as we plan for the park’s future. Everyone’s ideas and input are welcome, and we hope to see you there!
October 7: Grand Opening of Saltbox
Come celebrate the grand opening of Saltbox Chamblee on Wednesday, October 7!
Saltbox is a co-warehousing ecosystem built specifically for small product-based businesses, bringing warehousing, fulfillment, storage, operations, and community under one roof.
Join us for the official ribbon cutting from 3:00–4:00 PM, followed by a free community celebration from 4:00–7:00 PM with complimentary food, a hosted bar, music, games, Chamblee + Atlanta trivia, interactive experiences, and prizes.
Come see the space, meet the community, and help us officially welcome Saltbox to Chamblee. You’re invited! Free to attend. RSVP here: https://luma.com/SBClaunchparty
October 10: 3rd Spot Watch Party
Make Downtown Chamblee your 3rd Spot this Saturday as we kick off our next 3rd Spot event as an official Atlanta Alumni Chapter: UGA Alumni Association Watch Party Location!
UGA vs. Alabama
Oct 10, 2026
Kickoff TBA
Chamblee City Hall
October 11: Atlanta Pride Parade
Join us as we participate in the annual Atlanta Pride Parade on Sunday, October 11, 2026!
We are happy to announce that our float will once again be joining our parade group! For more information, please contact Josh Duarte at jduarte@chambleega.gov.
October 17: Taste of Chamblee
Taste of Chamblee returns for its 17th year in Downtown Chamblee! Join us for a day filled with mouthwatering food, unique handcrafted goods, and family-friendly entertainment!
Food
Football
Crafts
Music
Wine Workshop
Cooking Competition
See a list of vendors and a complete schedule of events at https://www.tasteofchamblee.net/
October 24: Run for the Hills
It's almost time to Run for the Hills!
Saturday, October 24, 2026
5K + Fun Run 8:30 a.m.
Fall Festival 9:00 a.m.-noon
Admission to the Fall Festival is FREE and you can register at runhuntleyhills.com
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 are those of the author and may not reflect those 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 Chamblee resident and would like to discuss city business, please visit chambleega.gov or contact me at the email address above.
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