Brookhaven: Thumbs Down to New DeKalb Public Affairs Position

DeKalb County recently created a chief of public affairs position out of the parks budget.

Brookhaven residents have reacted with disappointment - but not surprise - to last week's news that DeKalb has created a new public affairs position out of the county's parks budget. Jill Strickland Luse was named last week as DeKalb County's chief of public affairs, charged with developing and directing the implementation of the county's communications program. But the AJC reported on Sunday that the six-figure-salary position came out of the county's parks budget, prompting a strong reaction from several Brookhaven residents. Brookhaven resident Chad Boles - who has organized and formed the Friends of Briarwood Park organization, was quoted as saying, “That money could pay for a playground, or fund a girls’ softball league for an entire…

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HamBurger

8:02 pm on Monday, March 18, 2013

Mr. Phil, you are representative of the typical citizen that voted for the city of Brookhaven without a clue about DeKalb government, the county in which you still remain and pay taxes. The Board of Commissioners is the legislative branch that makes policy and approves the budget. The CEO is the administrative branch that handles the day to day activities and has the authority to hire or fire …   more ›

First Lady Sandra Deal Launches New Initiative to Benefit DeKalb County Families

Great Start Georgia initiative dedicated to ensuring children get a great start in life.

Pothole Pete: Civic Pride Or Political Stunt?

You tell us, in our latest Patch poll.

Brookhaven's Pete Cabrelli took matters into his own hands Friday afternoon. Using asphalt and other materials he bought at a home improvement store, the Stratfield Drive resident - replete in a white shirt and red tie - made a much-publicized repair to a pothole in his neighborhood. 11Alive reported that a DeKalb County spokesman dismissed the event, calling it "a political stunt." A team of six county workers removed the material that Cabrelli had put in place, and also filled other problem spots in the Stratfield Drive subdivision, according to the AJC. But Carbrelli, who said he favors incorporation, said he was simply trying to keep his neighborhood safe and was tired of making complaints to the county and receiving no repsonse. …

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Mark This Down: Holiday Trash Pickup Schedule

Monday is Memorial Day, meaning an altered trash pickup schedule in DeKalb.

DeKalb County observes Memorial Day on Monday, meaning that there will be an altered trash pickup schedule next week:

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Rising Tide: Sandy Springs, Dunwoody Benefit from Neighboring Municipalities' Success

Sandy Springs Mayor Eva Galambos, Dunwoody Mayor Mike Davis and Dekalb County CEO participated in a PCID panel discussion, last Friday.

Last Chance: Child Abuse Awareness Training Offered

Participants must register prior to training.

The DeKalb County Police Department is inviting the public to participate in upcoming child abuse awareness training, according to a statement by spokeswoman Mekka Parish.  The Department is partnering with the Georgia Center for Child Advocacy to host the class in recognition of National Child Abuse Prevention Month.  The aim of the free three-hour course is to educate community members on how to prevent, recognize and react responsibly to child sexual abuse. The training is scheduled for Wednesday, April 25, at 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m., 1950 West Exchange Place in Tucker. Peer Auditorium, 2nd Floor. Participants must register prior to the training at prevention@gacfca.org or by phone (678) 904-2880 x 205.

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Location of North Precinct Uncertain as Possibility of Cityhood Looms

DeKalb County said it is 'assessing its resources.'

The location of the new DeKalb County Police Department's North Precinct is on hold until voters in Brookhaven decide whether the community will become a city, DeKalb County officials said Tuesday. The new facility was scheduled to be built on a five-acre parcel of land near DeKalb-Peachtree Airport off Clairmont, between Bragg and Young streets, but after Gov. Nathan Deal signed a bill to create a charter for a new city of Brookhaven, county officials decided it was best to "assess its resources," according to DeKalb County spokesman Burke Brennan. "I think there's a perception out there that this is a done deal. That [the decision on the location] is complete and it's not," Brennan said. "There's got to be a North Precinct somewhere. We'…

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Enuff Govt Already

4:09 pm on Sunday, April 22, 2012

Gwinnett County tried to use your approach but lost. Cities decide to opt in for the special police services, Atlanta, Doraville and Dunwoody optioned out. They get no enhanced police services unless they contract for it. Please view a tax bill from a resident of those cities and you will not see a police service tax. Cities like Chamblee, Decatur and Lithonia optioned in and they receive …   more ›

Job Fair Set for April 14

Job seekers will have an opportunity to attend workshops and submit applications on-site.

  DeKalb County CEO Burrell Ellis and the department of Workforce Development will host the DeKalb County Jobs Fair on Saturday, April 14, 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Manuel Maloof Auditorium, 1300 Commerce Drive, Decatur, GA 30030. The event offers job seekers the opportunity to meet with representatives from various departments and companies, including ONE DeKalb Works contractors and private-sector employers. During the fair, job seekers can participate in self-help workshops, complete and submit applications, and receive valuable information on resources and services available to citizens looking for gainful employment. The jobs fair is one of several events planned throughout the month of April to commemorate NCGM.  Since 1991, the …

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Marist Falls to Tucker in Region 6-AAAA Soccer

The Tigers beat out Brookhaven's home team Marist in a 2-1 battle last Friday.

  Tucker Tiger goalie Steven Duffy got a ride from his teammates after making a stop on a penalty kick to secure the Tigers’ 2-1 victory over rival Marist at Hallford Stadium on Tuesday night in a battle for the top spot in the Region 6-AAAA soccer standings. The Tigers (8-2) defeated No. 9 ranked Lakeside (6-2-2) 1-0 last Friday at Hallford to set up the big match against Marist. Tucker was up 2-1 in the second round of the penalty kicks and Marist’s Patrick Jackson was lining up against Duffy to keep the War Eagles’ hopes alive. Jackson kicked to Duffy’s left and Duffy smothered the kick to secure the victory and celebration by the Tigers as they hoisted him up on their shoulders. The game was a defensive battle as both goalies made key …

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Brookhaven Wants Its Booze! (Interactive Map)

Voters overwhelmingly supported the DeKalb County Sunday Sales referendum.

Brookhaven voters finally got the chance to join their neighbors in Sandy Springs, Chamblee and Dunwoody, in voting on the Sunday Sales referendum on Super Tuesday. The DeKalb County Voter Registration and Elections released Wednesday morning the unofficial precinct poll results, which showed that Brookhaven voters overwhelmingly favored the option to purchase alcohol on Sunday. As a whole, DeKalb County voters passed the measure by a large margin. The new law will go into effect in early May. Click on the martini pins on the map to view voter turnout at each local precinct and the overall percentage results for the referendum.

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Stephanie L. Arnold

10:27 pm on Wednesday, March 7, 2012

No, HamBurger, the martini glasses represent the polling locations.   more ›