Quarterly Meeting of Emory with Neighbors

Event Date and Time: 
05/26/2008 - 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Spring greetings to all!

Clyde Shepherd Nature Preserve Workday

Event Date and Time: 
05/02/2009 - 9:00am - 12:00pm
Please join us for the monthly Clyde Shepherd Nature Preserve Workday. This Saturday, May 2, volunteers will be gathering at the Clyde Shepherd Nature Preserve from 9 am to 12 pm for spring garden weeding, clearing and mulching trails, and removing invasive plants. Be sure to bring work gloves and a water bottle!

DeKalb CEO Ellis announces new Public Safety Director

Apr 29, 2009 From commissioner Jeff Rader... DeKalb County Chief Executive Officer Burrell Ellis announced today the appointment of Attorney William “Wiz” Miller as the Public Safety Director of DeKalb County. CEO Ellis was joined by Commissioners Kathie Gannon and Jeff Rader, Sheriff Tom Brown, Police Chief William O’Brian and Fire Chief David Foster in announcing the appointment.

Emory Farmers Market Specials

BERRY BASH! ~ a celebration of Georgia berries on Tuesday, May 19th, 2-6pm. The Miles brothers from Miles Berry Farm in Baxley, GA will sell strawberries and blueberries directly to the market customers. As well, we will sell strawberry shortcakes made by another vendor, H&F Bakery. $5 will get you a delicious serving of fresh strawberry shortcake with whipped cream! Blueberry cobbler will be served inside Cox Dining. Proceeds will benefit the market. TOMATO TIME! ~ a celebration of a classic summer favorite, Tues. Aug. 25th, 2-6pm will feature chef and cookbook author, Virginia Willis, demonstrating how to use delectable summer tomatoes in a variety of ways. The chef demo will be at 2-4 pm on the bridge.

County Tax assessors agree to recalculate property values

From CEO Burrell Ellis' office... DECATUR - CEO Burrell Ellis has issued the following statement regarding the DeKalb County Tax Assessors office: "Today, I contacted Hank Ruffin, Interim Chief Appraiser of the Tax Assessors Office, to encourage him and the Board of Tax Assessors to reevaluate their position relative to valuation of properties and to ensure that they are consistent with the law and best practices, to which they have agreed." Please see below the letter from the DeKalb County Board of Tax Assessors that will be sent out to property owners:

Summer Job Fair - TODAY!!!

Event Date and Time: 
04/25/2009 - 1:00pm - 5:00pm
DeKalb County Parks and Recreation to host a Summer Job Fair on Saturday April 25, 2009 from 1:00pm to 5:00pm at the Maloof Auditorium. You must be at least 16 years of age to apply. Accepting applications for a variety of summer jobs to include pool managers, lifeguards, swim instructors, camp directors, counselors, and recreation assistants. Seasonal employment, training provided, EOE.
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Warning Advisory: White House Mansion Party & Cookout 2 p.m.-midnight, Saturday April 25 at 3787 Briarcliff Road

From commissioner Jeff Rader, Apr 25, 2009 : "Mansion Party" Ad -- We have been alerted that this event as advertised is not allowable. The police and CEO are aware, and will respond. However, anyone without essential business in the area of the “White House” should avoid the area, as there may be congestion and traffic diversions. Please also stay away from the Lakeside High School Parking lot, as the ad also invites parking there. This is strictly prohibited and unauthorized by the DeKalb County School System. Vehicles will be towed.

Loose dogs kill cat in Medlock

On Lancelot (near Medlock Road) 2 dogs (a Black Lab and Standard Poodle) killed a neighborhood cat in front of its owner this morning (Wednesday) [April 22]. Both dogs had collars and tags and ran towards Woodtrail. If you have any information regarding these dogs please email Lesli Mitchell at leslimitchell@gmail.com.
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Suspicious vehicle

From MANA Neighborhood Watch... I have heard from two other neighbors that they noticed a old, rusted, white car (late American-model) with two black men in the car. It appears that they have been driving through the neighborhood looking for targets for a few weeks now. From two MANA neighbors:

Decatur Concerts on the Square

Via communityradar.com... May 2, 9, 16, 23 • 7-9:30 p.m. Every Saturday night in May at the Community Bandstand on the square in downtown Decatur. Pack your picnic, bring your quilts and blankets and enjoy an evening of free musical entertainment. Brought to you by Decatur Business Association and Wachovia Bank of Georgia.

Chicks in the City Tour, 2009

Event Date and Time: 
04/25/2009 - 2:30pm - 5:30pm
Via CommunityRadar.com ... Take an afternoon self-guided tour of chicken coops in Decatur on the second annual "Chicks in the City" Tour. Learn what it takes to have your own urban flock! A variety of coops will be on display, from elaborate to simple. Owners will answer your questions, and resources and ordinances will be discussed. The tour is co-sponsored by Georgia Organics and the Oakhurst Community Garden Project. Read more
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DeKalb County GREEN COMMISSION Kickoff Celebration

Event Date and Time: 
05/09/2009 - 9:30am - 12:30pm
DESCRIPTION: Celebration of the formation of the County’s Advisory GREEN COMMISSION. County Departments will display sustainable projects like energy efficiency and recycling. Local businesses and non-profit organizations are also invited to showcase their GREEN initiatives and products. Activities will include tours of DeKalb’s own WONDERLAND GARDENS and ideas and demonstrations of ways to GREEN your own everyday activities.

Daylight burglary in Laurel Ridge

From a resident on Pangborn in Laurel Ridge neighborhood ... FYI, my house was burglarized yesterday (April 21) at 4 p.m. The intruders kicked in the door in my carport and stole my laptop computer and a Panasonic Digital Camera. My burglar alarm was operational and I came back with the police, but they were gone before we got to my house.

Home Invasion on Harrington Drive April 21

From MANA Neighborhood Watch... "Sorry to have to inform you that one of your neighbors on Harrington had an break-in at 4pm today. The criminals kicked the door in and stole and TV and personal computer and then left the front door wide open without triggering the home security system. Fortunately, no one was home at the time or injured during the incident. The neighbor called the police and reported the incident and learned that a similar break-in had happened the same day up on MacClendon a bit further north on Lawrenceville Hwy. The only description that we have from another nearby neighbor was two large black men in their late 20's or early 30's driving a older model car with lots of rust.

Neighborhood birding

Many bird species are in trouble because of the loss of habitat in Georgia. Lots of birds come to backyards that offer food, water, and/or nesting materials. We found that the birds especially like the coconut fibre linings used for planters. Here are some photos from our backyard and one (the hawk) from Medlock. Feel free to send or upload your own. See the photos in the embedded slideshow below or on Flickr which includes a video of a chickadee gathering nesting materials.

More flower photos from Mason Mill Park

Spring rains this year have been good and the flowers in Mason Mill Park are plentiful. Mountain Laurel coming soon! Worth a walk along the South Peachtree Creek Trail and, if you can, on to the dirt trails as well. Please take only photos and do not remove any flowers or plants. We want them to grow and multiply in their natural habitat for everyone to enjoy. These photos taken in the last week (April 12-19, 2009) by CHCA board members Tim Bryson and Catherine Larson. See the photos in the slideshow frame below or on Flickr. Please feel free to upload or send along your own.

Mason Mill / Heritage Sewer Repair project update

[Update April 18: worker on site estimates one more week to finish.] The sewer line project appears to be nearing final phases. Photos show bypass pumps and lines removed from Heritage and moved to sewer cut in park and installation of new pipes completed in the downstream section. Official county/contractor weekly updates here. Photos by CHCA board members can be viewed below or on Flickr.com.

County Alert on possible scammers

Be Aware of Possible “Scammers” Recently Officers encountered persons in communities and shopping centers soliciting funds for books/magazines. They inform that the money being raised will be forwarded to charities, which is not true. Books/magazines are never delivered and checks are cashed or could be use d to commit Fraud. Subjects are said to be representatives of “Prestige Sales USA,” out of Phoenix, Arizona. This is not just a local concern, but several cities nationwide have reported representatives of this company going door to door and in shopping centers. You may review posted statements on http://www.RipoffReport.com regarding this matter.

CHCA Annual Meeting Thursday May 14

Event Date and Time: 
05/14/2009 - 7:00pm
The Clairmont Heights Civic Association Annual Meeting is scheduled for May 14, 7pm at North Decatur Presbyterian Church (across Medlock Rd. from Melton's). Agenda tentatively will include status of local redevelopments, Garden Club, transportation plan, sidewalks, and board elections.

Spring CHCA Neighborhood Yard Sale (updated May 8)

Event Date and Time: 
05/09/2009 - 9:00am - 3:00pm

Multi-family Yard Sale. Over 20 participating households. Clairmont Heights/Decatur. Located between Clairmont Rd. and N. Decatur Rd. Watch for signs on Clairmont Road and North Decatur Road. See attached map or pick up a map at any participating home. Wide assortment of items: furniture, tools, gardening items, toys, yard art, etc. Priced to Sell! Items available:

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