Working Hard For You

I’ve always believed that being part of a community means showing up and getting involved. Long before I ran for office, I volunteered, supported local causes, and looked for ways to help make Chamblee better for everyone. That’s how my passion for public service began: by rolling up my sleeves and getting things done.

• Vice President, Dresden East Civic Association

• Chamblee 101 Graduate

• Member, Recreation Advisory Committee

• Secretary, Keep Chamblee Beautiful

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Since joining the Council, I've been working hard for you.

Parks, Trails & Recreation

• Trail and Park Bond – I led the effort to bring this referendum to voters. Thank you for passing it with 81% support.

• Wood Acres Park – Purchased the land, created the master plan, and will break ground next year.

• Village Park – Revitalized it with eco-friendly restrooms, turf fields, and more.

• Dresden Park – Invested nearly 13 million dollars in upgrades. The grand opening is scheduled for December.

• Arrow Creek Park – Built this new park, which includes Chamblee’s first pickleball courts.

• Rail Trail Expansion – Opened multiple new trail segments to better connect neighborhoods and parks.

Planning, Governance & Infrastructure

• Mayor Pro Tem – Honored to have been selected by the Council for the past two years.

• New City Hall – Helped lead the final construction phases and acquire the surrounding property.

• City Center Steering Committee – Served on the team that vetted and selected the developer for the City Center project.

• Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee – Chaired the team to develop Chamblee’s five-year strategic plan.

• Public Works Expansion – Purchased property adjacent to the current facility to support growth.

• Downtown Entertainment District – Helped create this district to draw more business and activity downtown.

Environmental & Sustainability

• Sustainability Plan – Led the effort to create Chamblee’s new Sustainability Plan.

• Trash Traps – Installed traps on Nancy Creek and Arrow Creek in partnership with the Chattahoochee Riverkeeper.

• Expanded Recycling – Added citywide options for glass and scrap metal recycling.

Community, Education & Civic Programs

• Council Dog of the Month Program – Partnered with Lifeline to spotlight adoptable pets and engage the community.

• Dresden Elementary School Education Foundation – Board member for four years, working to support local education.

• Antisemitism Resolution – Sponsored and passed Chamblee’s first formal resolution condemning antisemitism.

• Millage Rate – Maintained the city’s millage rate for four straight years.

• Discover Chamblee Board – Serve on the board to promote tourism and economic development.

I'm a workhorse for you and the city, not a showhorse.

I hope I’ve earned your vote over these last four years, and early voting begins October 14 at the North DeKalb Senior Center in Chamblee. -Jimmy