Sing the Dream. Live the Vision. Join us on Saturday, January 17, 2026, for the City of Columbus’ Official MLK “Dream Lives” Celebration. We are coming together as ONE community to honor the life, legacy, and vision of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Walk of Unity begins at 9 AM at the Judicial Center, followed by the full program at 10 AM at the Columbus Convention & Trade Center. This event is FREE and open to the public. The Dream Lives On.
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Commission Meeting:January 9, 2026. The first Chatham County Board of Commissioners meeting of the year! View agenda at: https://chathamcountyga.iqm2.com/Citizens/Default.aspx
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Mark your calendars for the ACCG webinar on property tax and Local Option Sales Tax (LOST) scheduled for **Wednesday, January 21 at 10 a.m.**. This session is a valuable opportunity to understand the crucial property and sales tax decisions that counties will face this year. They encourage interested parties to **register today** to secure a spot and gain insights into these important topics. Learn more at [this link](https://ow.ly/sCVb50XTy3g).
I’m grateful to be recognized by @georgiatrend as one of the 2026 100 Most Influential Georgians. Moments like this are a reminder that doing the work with integrity, consistency, and care matters. This recognition doesn’t belong to me alone. It reflects the commitment of an incredible DeKalb County team that shows up every day, often behind the scenes, to serve our residents and move this county forward. I’m proud of what we’re building together. Thank you to Georgia Trend for the acknowledgment, and thank you to the people of DeKalb for the trust you place in us. Read more here: https://editions.mydigitalpublication.com/publication/?i=858796&p=40&view=issueViewer
In this morning's news, they report on how Georgia's legislative leaders are establishing their priorities as they prepare for the upcoming session. To learn more about their insights and plans, visit: https://ow.ly/lTcE50XU2av What are your thoughts on these legislative priorities?
Our latest job openings with Team Chatham! Apply from any device today! Just visit: https://jobs.chathamcounty.org/
DeKalb County and NACA are hosting a FREE 4-day homeownership event where you can get NACA-qualified in one day. No down payment No closing costs No credit score required 📍 The Gallery at South DeKalb | Old JC Penney 🗓️ January 22–25 | 8 AM–8 PM 👣 Walk-ins welcome Scan the QR code to register. This opportunity matters.
The legacy of accessible and affordable healthcare continues to grow in DeKalb County. I had the privilege of witnessing the grand opening of a state-of-the-art medical facility in South DeKalb—another milestone in a journey that began many years ago. When the Grady clinic at the Rainbow Plaza Kroger closed, I made it my mission to ensure that South DeKalb would never be without quality healthcare options. That commitment led to the successful fight for a new medical facility in the Kirkwood area. At the time, it was a significant victory for the community—and it ignited a much larger vision. A decade later, while serving as Chair of the Planning, Economic & Community Services Committee, I helped guide the development of three new medical facilities across DeKalb County. Two of these are located in District 3, where I proudly served as Commissioner for more than 20 years. I’ve now watched that vision come to life with the opening on Flat Shoals Parkway, another soon to open at Candler/McAfee Plaza, and a third on the horizon. These facilities represent more than new buildings—they represent access, equity, and the long-term health of our residents. Thank you to the DeKalb CEO and the Board of Commissioners for their partnership in ensuring that the promise made to this community has been kept. This is the work that changes lives, strengthens neighborhoods, and secures a healthier future for all. #Legacy #Healthcare #SouthDeKalb #ForThePeople #TheHonorableLarryJohnson #LarryJohnsonForSenate
The Camden County Board of Commissioners will hold a work session at 5:00 p.m. tomorrow, Tuesday, December 9, 2025. 📄 View the Notice of Work Session on the Camden County website. #Agendas 🎥 Watch live online through the Camden County BOC YouTube page. #LinkInBio
We were proud to attend the 2025 Governor’s Public Safety Awards at the Georgia Public Safety Training Center, honoring men and women across Georgia who go above and beyond in service to their communities. Congratulations to Deputy Sheriff Lt. Gerald Johnson for being honored for heroic acts he displayed on January 6, 2025, keeping the citizens of Fulton County safe. Thank you for your outstanding dedication and service! #PublicSafetyAwards #FCSO
The capital budget makes up $409 million of Chairwoman Nicole Love Hendrickson’s proposed $2.6 billion budget and maintains existing infrastructure like buildings, parks, and roads, and pays for new ones. Water Resources is responsible for the largest category of the capital budget at 42 percent, followed by 14 percent for transportation. This portion of the budget includes funding for SPLOST revenue-sharing with our cities, public safety, parks, technology, and other capital needs. Learn more about the proposed 2026 budget and share your comments at the link in our bio.
Today, I had the privilege of presenting my proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2026 to the Board of Commissioners and to our community. This year’s proposal reflects a $66 million decrease from the 2025 approved budget. We took a zero-based budgeting approach, reviewing each line item to ensure we are making the most responsible use of taxpayer dollars while maintaining the high-quality services our residents expect. Just like many families and businesses, we’re navigating the impacts of inflation and economic uncertainty. Thanks to the leadership of my Citizens Budget Review Committee and their collaboration with our county departments and elected offices, this proposed budget continues to prioritize public safety, infrastructure, and the essential services that support our growing community. Key investments include: Upgrading our 911 phone system to improve emergency response Continuing to expand Community Resource Centers, including the new hub on Grayson Highway Maintaining safe roadways through proactive repaving Protecting our water resources with reliable water, wastewater, and stormwater services I’m grateful to the residents who served on this year’s citizen review committee and helped shape this proposal with their thoughtful recommendations. Now, I invite you to be part of the process. Read the full 2026 proposed budget by clicking the link in my bio and share your input! Your voice matters, and together we can ensure Gwinnett continues to thrive.