Leadership DeKalb is now accepting applications for the Leadership DeKalb Class of 2012 that will begin next fall. Upon successful completion of the 10-month program, you may become an active member of Leadership DeKalb, a non-partisan not-for-profit organization that has fostered networking and connections among its 950 distinguished graduates to positively impact DeKalb County for 25 years.
To learn more about Leadership DeKalb, you are invited to attend a Prospective Members Open House hosted by the City of Chamblee on March 3 at the Civic Center, 3540 Broad Street, Chamblee. The Open House begins with a reception at 5:30 p.m. and potential members will hear from graduates about the value of the Leadership DeKalb experience from 6-7 p.m. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn more about us! For reservations, e-mail info@leadershipdekalb.org or call 404-373-2491.
A Selection Committee comprised of Leadership DeKalb graduates will determine the members of the Class of 2012. If you are selected, you will be asked to commit to attending two overnight retreats and seven full-day program sessions. Additionally, Class members meet monthly in a study group and participate in other enrichment activities. These sessions give Class members an opportunity to meet face to face with key decision makers as well as to develop a valuable network of friends and colleagues.
UPCOMING DATES
• Applications Due – Wednesday, March 16, 2011 (*If mailed, postmarked by March 16, 2011)
• Class Member Notification – mid-April, 2011
• Tuition Due – Monday, May 16, 2011
• Class of 2012 Orientation – August 2011
• Class of 2012 Program – September, 2011 – May, 2012
• Opening Retreat – Friday to Saturday, September 9-10, 2011
• Closing Retreat – Thursday to Friday, June 7-8, 2012
Visit our website at www.LeadershipDeKalb.org to learn more about how participating in Leadership DeKalb can positively impact your future and our community. Please plan to attend and RSVP today!
Friday, January 28, 2011
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
Town Hall Meeting for DeKalb County Budget
DeKalb County Commissioner Jeff Rader is hosting a Town Hall Meeting to review the Proposed 2011 DeKalb County Budget. The public is invited to come share its concerns.
DATE & TIME
Tuesday, February 1, 2011
6:30 pm -8:00 pm
LOCATION
Greek Orthodox Cathedral of Annunciation
2500 Clairmont Road
Atlanta, GA 30329
Commissioner Jeff Rader represents District 2 on DeKalb County's Board of Commissioners. He was re-elected in November of 2010 (terms are 4 years).
Please forward any correspondence to jrader@dekalbcountyga.gov
DATE & TIME
Tuesday, February 1, 2011
6:30 pm -8:00 pm
LOCATION
Greek Orthodox Cathedral of Annunciation
2500 Clairmont Road
Atlanta, GA 30329
Commissioner Jeff Rader represents District 2 on DeKalb County's Board of Commissioners. He was re-elected in November of 2010 (terms are 4 years).
Please forward any correspondence to jrader@dekalbcountyga.gov
Tuesday, January 25, 2011
Doraville GM Study to be unveiled at Open House
The City of Doraville is holding an open house to unveil the recent LCI Study for the GM Plant. The event is scheduled for Wednesday 1/26, 6:00pm to 9:00pm at the Doraville Civic Center, located at 3770 Central Avenue, Doraville, GA 30340.
LCI stands for Livable Centers Initiative. Since 1999 the Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC) has been providing funding for planning studies and transportation projects across the Atlanta region. This program of studies and projects has become known as the Livable Centers Initiative (LCI). The focus of the program is to encourage increased residential development, mixed-uses and connectivity in different community types.
A portion of the GM Study includes an area that is now part of the City of Chamblee. Chamblee citizens are encouraged to attend the meeting if they wish to learn more about the study. A copy of the flyer and information on the plan can be found here: FLYER.
Anyone with further questions about this issue are requested to contact Doraville online at http://www.doravillega.us/ or by phone at 770-451-8745.
LCI stands for Livable Centers Initiative. Since 1999 the Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC) has been providing funding for planning studies and transportation projects across the Atlanta region. This program of studies and projects has become known as the Livable Centers Initiative (LCI). The focus of the program is to encourage increased residential development, mixed-uses and connectivity in different community types.
A portion of the GM Study includes an area that is now part of the City of Chamblee. Chamblee citizens are encouraged to attend the meeting if they wish to learn more about the study. A copy of the flyer and information on the plan can be found here: FLYER.
Anyone with further questions about this issue are requested to contact Doraville online at http://www.doravillega.us/ or by phone at 770-451-8745.
Sunday, January 23, 2011
2011 Taste of Chamblee Seeks Fresh Programming Ideas
The 2011 Taste of Chamblee is seeking fresh ideas. As in the past, the Taste of Chamblee is turning to the community for programming suggestions in effort to build upon our success and continue to make improvements to the festival. We are continually trying to think of ways to make the Taste of Chamblee Fall Festival better, and are very interesed in new and fresh ideas. We have listed the preliminary theme areas below. Please let us know if you have an idea we should consider:
Preliminary Theme Areas for 2011 Taste of Chamblee Fall Festival
The Main Stage: live music 11-9, including local talent to be highlighted between 1-3.
Chamblee Showcase: special area with booths featuring Chamblee city services: Parks & Rec, Area Development info, police, and public works
Kids Zone: climbing wall, jumpers, carnival games, gyro, face painter, crafts, etc.
Touch a Truck: fire, ambulance, police, tow truck, GA Power bucket truck, etc.
Beer Garden: selection of 6-8 craft beers and premium wines
Sustainability Fair: New this year is an industry theme to atrract companies to showcase sustainable products, such as consumer products, cars, and building materials (or companies with major sustainable practices)
Note: Due to a lack of demand, last year's feature theme area, The Wine Garden, will not return for 2011. We will have a nice selection of wines, but will sell them through more efficient channels such as at the Beer Garden, and other beer booths.
The organizers of the festival are very interested in hearing from you if you have an idea we should consider. The deadline for submissions is February 28. Please send ideas via e-mail to thogan@chambleega.com.
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Preliminary Theme Areas for 2011 Taste of Chamblee Fall Festival
The Main Stage: live music 11-9, including local talent to be highlighted between 1-3.
Chamblee Showcase: special area with booths featuring Chamblee city services: Parks & Rec, Area Development info, police, and public works
Kids Zone: climbing wall, jumpers, carnival games, gyro, face painter, crafts, etc.
Touch a Truck: fire, ambulance, police, tow truck, GA Power bucket truck, etc.
Beer Garden: selection of 6-8 craft beers and premium wines
Sustainability Fair: New this year is an industry theme to atrract companies to showcase sustainable products, such as consumer products, cars, and building materials (or companies with major sustainable practices)
Note: Due to a lack of demand, last year's feature theme area, The Wine Garden, will not return for 2011. We will have a nice selection of wines, but will sell them through more efficient channels such as at the Beer Garden, and other beer booths.
The organizers of the festival are very interested in hearing from you if you have an idea we should consider. The deadline for submissions is February 28. Please send ideas via e-mail to thogan@chambleega.com.
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Friday, January 21, 2011
Chamblee State of the City Address
2011 State of the City Address Chamblee, GA
Mayor R. Eric Clarkson to give State of the City Address at February Chamblee Business Association Meeting.
The Chamblee Business Association is proud to present Mayor R. Eric Clarkson, Mayor of the City of Chamblee, as guest speaker for the February 2011 general meeting. Mayor Clarkson is scheduled to deliver his third annual State of the City address at 8:15 a.m. on Thursday, February 17th, at the Chamblee Civic Center, located at 3540 Broad St. in Chamblee.
The Mayor will review the accomplishments and challenges of 2010, and look ahead to the future of Chamblee. Topics scheduled to be discussed include the recent annexation, the financial health of the City, the accomplishments of the police department, the services of public works, the status of recent and planned developments, and important personnel issues.
Brent Morris, President of the Chamblee Business Association, stated "Chamblee has expanded its boundaries, population, and number of new businesses have come into the City. We at the CBA are looking forward to hearing about the City’s plan for addressing the new opportunities that we have."
The event will include a brief question and answer session. In the interest of time, the CBA respectfully asks that all questions be submitted in writing in advance. All questions should be sent to Brent Morris, President of the Chamblee Business Association, at bmorris@peachtreebenefitgroup.com.
The State of the City Address is being hosted by the Chamblee Business Association, and while it is open to the public, there may be a cost for attending the meeting. The Chamblee Business Association is supported through memberships. Meetings are open to the public, and all are encouraged to attend. The meetings are held on the third Thursday of each month at the Chamblee Civic Center, located at 3540 Broad St. Chamblee, GA 30341. Doors open at 7:30am, and the program begins at 8:00am. There is no charge for first-time guests, returning guest are $10, and members are $5.
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Mayor R. Eric Clarkson to give State of the City Address at February Chamblee Business Association Meeting.
The Chamblee Business Association is proud to present Mayor R. Eric Clarkson, Mayor of the City of Chamblee, as guest speaker for the February 2011 general meeting. Mayor Clarkson is scheduled to deliver his third annual State of the City address at 8:15 a.m. on Thursday, February 17th, at the Chamblee Civic Center, located at 3540 Broad St. in Chamblee.
The Mayor will review the accomplishments and challenges of 2010, and look ahead to the future of Chamblee. Topics scheduled to be discussed include the recent annexation, the financial health of the City, the accomplishments of the police department, the services of public works, the status of recent and planned developments, and important personnel issues.
Brent Morris, President of the Chamblee Business Association, stated "Chamblee has expanded its boundaries, population, and number of new businesses have come into the City. We at the CBA are looking forward to hearing about the City’s plan for addressing the new opportunities that we have."
The event will include a brief question and answer session. In the interest of time, the CBA respectfully asks that all questions be submitted in writing in advance. All questions should be sent to Brent Morris, President of the Chamblee Business Association, at bmorris@peachtreebenefitgroup.com.
The State of the City Address is being hosted by the Chamblee Business Association, and while it is open to the public, there may be a cost for attending the meeting. The Chamblee Business Association is supported through memberships. Meetings are open to the public, and all are encouraged to attend. The meetings are held on the third Thursday of each month at the Chamblee Civic Center, located at 3540 Broad St. Chamblee, GA 30341. Doors open at 7:30am, and the program begins at 8:00am. There is no charge for first-time guests, returning guest are $10, and members are $5.
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Thursday, January 20, 2011
New State Rep Elena Parent to Host Town Hall Meeting
I am excited to announce that next Wednesday, Jan. 26 from 7 to 8 p.m., Elena Parent will be hosting her first first town hall meeting since becoming District 81's State Representative.
Ms. Parent's special guest for the evening will be Sarah Beth Gehl, Deputy Director of the Georgia Budget and Policy Institute. Ms. Gehl is scheduled to discuss the state's budgetary outlook and will detail the proposal that was just released by the Tax Council charged with recommending revisions to Georgia's tax code.
The meeting will be held in the Media Center at Chamblee High School, located at 3688 Chamblee-Dunwoody Road, Chamblee, 30341.
There is no cost to attend this event and it is open to the public. If you would like more information about Representative Elena Parent, please visit her website at http://www.elenaparent.com/.
Ms. Parent's special guest for the evening will be Sarah Beth Gehl, Deputy Director of the Georgia Budget and Policy Institute. Ms. Gehl is scheduled to discuss the state's budgetary outlook and will detail the proposal that was just released by the Tax Council charged with recommending revisions to Georgia's tax code.
The meeting will be held in the Media Center at Chamblee High School, located at 3688 Chamblee-Dunwoody Road, Chamblee, 30341.
There is no cost to attend this event and it is open to the public. If you would like more information about Representative Elena Parent, please visit her website at http://www.elenaparent.com/.
Saturday, January 15, 2011
DORAVILLE PLAN FOR GM PLANT TO BE DISCUSSED AT CHAMBLEE BUSINESS ASSOCIATION MEETING
Caleb Racicot to Present LCI Planning Process for GM Plant at January Chamblee Business Association Meeting
Mr. Caleb Racicot, AICP, is an award winning city planner and Senior Principal with Tunnell-Spangler-Walsh & Associates. He has over 10 years of experience in community planning, design-based zoning codes, and public outreach. Before joining TSW, he was a planner with the City of Atlanta Bureau of Planning working on urban design studies and leading community workshops.
The 2010 Doraville Downtown Master Plan is a community-based effort to prepare a plan for the GM Plant and surrounding area, including parts of the City of Chamblee. The plant’s redevelopment and its ripple effects provide opportunities to further connect these neighbor communities by filling housing and economic voids, fostering quality growth, and expanding public spaces. The study’s goal is to capitalize on these opportunities and ensure that future redevelopment benefits Doraville, Chamblee, other surrounding communities, and the region.
This current effort is the second LCI (Livable Centers Initiative) undertaken by the City of Doraville in recent years. The first, completed in 2005, focused on the Buford Highway corridor inside I-285. The previous LCI, along with several other initiatives impacting the study are, have been carefully studied and incorporated into this effort.
Throughout fall and winter of 2010/2011, a consultant team led by Caleb Racicot of Tunnell-Spangler-Walsh & Associates has orchestrated the effort to define a plan for realizing the transformative potential of the Doraville Assembly Plan redevelopment. Through a series of community meetings, stakeholder interviews, and advisory team meetings, a draft plan has been developed that incorporates:
• A vision for establishing a quality, mixed-use employment center on the GM site
• Concepts for the existing Doraville town center,
• Sidewalk, roadway, and transit upgrades
• Open space and greenway projects
• Economic development strategies
• Zoning, land use, and design concepts
• And much more!
The Chamblee Business Association is supported through memberships. Meetings are open to the public, and all are encouraged to attend. The meetings are held on the third Thursday of each month at the Chamblee Civic Center, located at 3540 Broad St. Chamblee, GA 30341. Doors open at 7:30am, and the program begins at 8:00am. There is no charge for first-time guests, returning guest are $10, and members are $5.
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Mr. Caleb Racicot, AICP, is an award winning city planner and Senior Principal with Tunnell-Spangler-Walsh & Associates. He has over 10 years of experience in community planning, design-based zoning codes, and public outreach. Before joining TSW, he was a planner with the City of Atlanta Bureau of Planning working on urban design studies and leading community workshops.
The 2010 Doraville Downtown Master Plan is a community-based effort to prepare a plan for the GM Plant and surrounding area, including parts of the City of Chamblee. The plant’s redevelopment and its ripple effects provide opportunities to further connect these neighbor communities by filling housing and economic voids, fostering quality growth, and expanding public spaces. The study’s goal is to capitalize on these opportunities and ensure that future redevelopment benefits Doraville, Chamblee, other surrounding communities, and the region.
This current effort is the second LCI (Livable Centers Initiative) undertaken by the City of Doraville in recent years. The first, completed in 2005, focused on the Buford Highway corridor inside I-285. The previous LCI, along with several other initiatives impacting the study are, have been carefully studied and incorporated into this effort.
Throughout fall and winter of 2010/2011, a consultant team led by Caleb Racicot of Tunnell-Spangler-Walsh & Associates has orchestrated the effort to define a plan for realizing the transformative potential of the Doraville Assembly Plan redevelopment. Through a series of community meetings, stakeholder interviews, and advisory team meetings, a draft plan has been developed that incorporates:
• A vision for establishing a quality, mixed-use employment center on the GM site
• Concepts for the existing Doraville town center,
• Sidewalk, roadway, and transit upgrades
• Open space and greenway projects
• Economic development strategies
• Zoning, land use, and design concepts
• And much more!
The Chamblee Business Association is supported through memberships. Meetings are open to the public, and all are encouraged to attend. The meetings are held on the third Thursday of each month at the Chamblee Civic Center, located at 3540 Broad St. Chamblee, GA 30341. Doors open at 7:30am, and the program begins at 8:00am. There is no charge for first-time guests, returning guest are $10, and members are $5.
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DeKalb Schools Redistricting/Consolidation Meeting
The DeKalb County School System is in the process of a potentially major redistricting and school consolidation process for the 2011–2012 school year. There are 5 public meeting scheduled to hear input about the Centralized Plan, the Decentralized Plan, and/or other ideas the public may have that could result in a thrid option. This meeting is part of the public input workshops, which will be followed by the formal public hearing, and the presentation and approval of the redistricting and school consolidation recommendations by the School Board.
Of particular interest: The Centralized Plan would remove the magnet program from Kitridge, Chamblee Middle and Chamblee High, and move them to Avondale Estates.
Meeting Place: Chamblee High School
Meeting Time: 6:30
Maps of the Centralized and Decentralized options can be found on the DCSS website at http://www.dekalb.k12.ga.us/redistricting.
Of particular interest: The Centralized Plan would remove the magnet program from Kitridge, Chamblee Middle and Chamblee High, and move them to Avondale Estates.
Meeting Place: Chamblee High School
Meeting Time: 6:30
Maps of the Centralized and Decentralized options can be found on the DCSS website at http://www.dekalb.k12.ga.us/redistricting.
Friday, January 14, 2011
Clairmont Bridge
Comments regarding Clairmont Bridge from City of Chamblee
Please be advised that DeKalb County is responsible for the maintenance of the roads within the City of Chamblee as well as most of the other municipalities in DeKalb County. There have been multiple reports by different news media regarding the Clairmont Road bridge and one this morning commented something about the city making one pass at the bridge.
(In inclement weather) the bridge ices over immediately and the Chamblee PD is forced to close it and place the barricades until DeKalb County is able to make it passable. This time is no different. DeKalb County has been advised more than once about the (Clairmont) bridge and I can only assume that they will get to it when they are able and in order of priority.
By law, counties and their municipalities are required to agree on a service delivery strategy in which each jurisdiction agrees which services they are responsible for in order to prevent double taxation for the same services. DeKalb County and it's cities just signed a renewed agreement and pursuant to that agreement DeKalb County is responsible for the maintenance of the roads within the City of Chamblee. In spite of that agreement, and recognizing the severity of this winter storm, Chamblee’s Public Works Department has been working to clear up some of the smaller more manageable road hazards with the equipment we have. The Clairmont Road bridge is far beyond the capabilities of any of the equipment Chamblee has at its disposal.
The City of Chamblee is proud of the services that we offer and I don’t believe it is fair at all to be criticized for the quality of a service which we are not responsible for providing. I am also not going to criticize DeKalb County for the level of service they are providing, as I don’t know how they are prioritizing the problem streets.
If you have any questions about the operations of the City of Chamblee, please call City Hall at 770-986-5018
Please be advised that DeKalb County is responsible for the maintenance of the roads within the City of Chamblee as well as most of the other municipalities in DeKalb County. There have been multiple reports by different news media regarding the Clairmont Road bridge and one this morning commented something about the city making one pass at the bridge.
(In inclement weather) the bridge ices over immediately and the Chamblee PD is forced to close it and place the barricades until DeKalb County is able to make it passable. This time is no different. DeKalb County has been advised more than once about the (Clairmont) bridge and I can only assume that they will get to it when they are able and in order of priority.
By law, counties and their municipalities are required to agree on a service delivery strategy in which each jurisdiction agrees which services they are responsible for in order to prevent double taxation for the same services. DeKalb County and it's cities just signed a renewed agreement and pursuant to that agreement DeKalb County is responsible for the maintenance of the roads within the City of Chamblee. In spite of that agreement, and recognizing the severity of this winter storm, Chamblee’s Public Works Department has been working to clear up some of the smaller more manageable road hazards with the equipment we have. The Clairmont Road bridge is far beyond the capabilities of any of the equipment Chamblee has at its disposal.
The City of Chamblee is proud of the services that we offer and I don’t believe it is fair at all to be criticized for the quality of a service which we are not responsible for providing. I am also not going to criticize DeKalb County for the level of service they are providing, as I don’t know how they are prioritizing the problem streets.
If you have any questions about the operations of the City of Chamblee, please call City Hall at 770-986-5018
Monday, January 10, 2011
Job Posting for Atlanta, GA
(forwarded on behalf of Alan Urech, Stoney River Capital)
SoloHealth continues to experience rapid growth and is preparing to scale our new SoloHealth Station (Vision Screening, Blood Pressure, BMI, etc.). As such, the Company has an immediate need to fill three additional positions, based in Atlanta. If you know anyone in your network who might be a good fit, please forward this along and encourage them to apply. They can send their resume directly to Patty Hopper, phopper@solohealth.com who is managing our recruitment process.
1. Director of Field Operations
Lead and manage the day to day operations of SoloHealth kiosks, the internal field teams, as well as 3rd party vendor-partners. The ideal candidate will have 7+ years experience in operations management, project mgt, supervising field teams. BS in engineering preferred. More info
2. Key Account Manager - Retail
Responsible for managing key retail accounts with multiple touch points, including: purchasing, merchandising, marketing, training, store operations, supply chain, etc. The ideal candidate has had headquarter responsibilities for a retail chain (Food, Drug, Mass Merchandisers). More Info
3. Key Account Manager - Advertising
Lead primary customer facing activities for SoloHealth with key Advertising Customers. The ideal candidate has an established track record of successful leadership in maintaining customer loyalty with brand marketers and agencies in any of the following industries: CPG, Pharma, OTC. More Info
Good luck and happy job hunting!
Tom
SoloHealth continues to experience rapid growth and is preparing to scale our new SoloHealth Station (Vision Screening, Blood Pressure, BMI, etc.). As such, the Company has an immediate need to fill three additional positions, based in Atlanta. If you know anyone in your network who might be a good fit, please forward this along and encourage them to apply. They can send their resume directly to Patty Hopper, phopper@solohealth.com who is managing our recruitment process.
1. Director of Field Operations
Lead and manage the day to day operations of SoloHealth kiosks, the internal field teams, as well as 3rd party vendor-partners. The ideal candidate will have 7+ years experience in operations management, project mgt, supervising field teams. BS in engineering preferred. More info
2. Key Account Manager - Retail
Responsible for managing key retail accounts with multiple touch points, including: purchasing, merchandising, marketing, training, store operations, supply chain, etc. The ideal candidate has had headquarter responsibilities for a retail chain (Food, Drug, Mass Merchandisers). More Info
3. Key Account Manager - Advertising
Lead primary customer facing activities for SoloHealth with key Advertising Customers. The ideal candidate has an established track record of successful leadership in maintaining customer loyalty with brand marketers and agencies in any of the following industries: CPG, Pharma, OTC. More Info
Good luck and happy job hunting!
Tom
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