Video of the March 14th Dunwoody City Council Meeting

Play Video - Public Comment, Parks and a little Transportation

Play Video - Near Start of Transportation Plan ??

Tonight's meeting was a marathon session, starting at 7 pm and ending past midnight whereby we opened the meeting with a record setting hour of public comment, followed by discussion on the Parks, Transportation, Dunwoody Village, and Georgetown Masterplans. Due to the extended time, the 911 discussion was rescheduled to the next meeting. A number of the masterplans were modified or tweaked and I expect all four of them to be up for a vote at the next meeting.

New Dunwoody Elementary School Attendance Map

Click above to enlarge or click here for Official DCSS County Wide Map

Sidewalks scheduled for portions of Happy Hollow, Valley View & Mount Vernon in 2011.

Details Here and Maps below.

Happy Hollow Road,  Northbound from Peeler Rd to Windwood Ct

Mount Vernon Road, Eastbound from Hidden Branches Dr to Ashford Dunwoody

Valley View Rd,  from Ashford Dunwoody to Ashford Club Dr (side undetermined?)

Dunwoody City Council to discuss master plans on Parks, Transportation, Dunwoody Village & Georgetown on Monday March 14th

Monday, March 14th
Dunwoody City Hall
41 Perimeter Center East

Dunwoody, GA 30346

Work Session at 7:00 p.m.
Watch Live

Work Session Agenda and Full Packet from City

• Introduction of Ukrainian Legislators.
• Discussion of the Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan. Large File
• Discussion of Citywide Transportation Plan. Large File
• Discussion of Dunwoody Village Master Plan. Large File
• Discussion of the Georgetown / North Shallowford Master Plan. Large File
• Discussion of E911 Consultant.  
• Discussion of E911. 
• Amended Budget for the Year Ending December 31, 2011.
• Discussion of Art Festival Special Event Signage Request.
• Discussion of Rezoning Application for 5528 Chamblee Dunwoody Road.
• Discussion of 2011 Capital Sidewalk Construction.
• Discussion of Special Event Sponsorship.
• Discussion of Brook Run Skate Park Concessionaire Contract Award.

Dunwoody PD, Officer Fidel Espinoza nominated as America's Most Wanted - All Star and needs your vote.

Officer Fidel Espinoza
Dunwoody Police Department

Chief Billy Grogan instituted the motto of "serving with distinction" for the Dunwoody Police Department and no one lives up to that standard better than Officer Fidel Espinoza.  Please take a minute to read the caption below then let's honor one of our own by taking another minute to cast our vote for one of Dunwoody's Finest.  Thank you.

Please Click here to Vote.

"My first taste of law enforcement was actually in elementary school when I became a safety patrol officer thanks in part to a D.A.R.E officer". It was always a life-long dream to become a soldier and a police officer. His dream was achieved during his service in the US Army laying a solid foundation for his public safety career. He obtained peace officer certification at the police academy on Ft. Benning, Georgia in 1996. Fidel is presently a patrol officer for the Dunwoody Police Department in suburban Atlanta, Georgia. He has done a little bit of everything in almost 16 years of law enforcement; Beat Officer, Investigations, Federal Gang Task Force, Special Investigations, Homeland Security, Field Training Officer and Bike Officer. Officer Espinoza is the recipient of the DeKalb Police Department Medal of Honor 2001 for Heroism & Valor and the Top Marksman Award for 2009 and 2010. Officer Espinoza is a seasoned police officer and very community minded. He feels that working patrol is the best avenue to interact with the community and to help people. His greatest satisfaction comes from his duties as a patrol officer. Officer Espinoza worked diligently to reduce crime in his patrol area but was in part stymied by a lack of trust for law enforcement. In an effort to respond to this lack of trust and encourage cooperation with the police department, Officer Espinoza recommended the department initiate a "Christmas for Kids" program which would bring traditional Christmas cheer to children whom otherwise would not have the opportunities at Christmas time. Through the efforts, drive, and commitment of Officer Espinoza, the department was able to gather gifts for the identified children in need, issue invitations, and host a Christmas for Kids dinner. The program brought the community together and gave over 100 deserving children a very special holiday. As the founder of the Dunwoody Police Department's Christmas for Kids Program he was recognized by the DeKalb County Bar Association as Officer of the Year 2010. In addition to his regular duties as a police officer Fidel is an associate advisor for the police department's explorer program. He also lends his time as a teacher and mentor assisting in a drug and alcohol awareness program at the middle school. He attributes his overwhelming desire to serve his community and successful career to the teachers and police officers as mentors he met early in life. Deputy Chief David Sides says that "Officer Espinoza's efforts are truly to be commended and worthy of consideration for recognition as an All Star". Officer Espinoza is both excited and honored to be included among the ranks of the 2011 All-Star nominees.

Dunwoody Chamber of Commerce looking for nominations on City's Best Business

To recognize excellence, the Dunwoody Chamber of Commerce is currently accepting nominations of local Dunwoody businesses in several areas of achievement.  The Chamber, viewed as the voice of the business community, will recognize Top Achievers at the First Annual Dunwoody Business Expo April 21st at the Crowne Plaza Atlanta Perimeter at Ravinia.  Winners will be announced during the Dunwoody Business Expo Luncheon which begins at 11:30am.  Award nominations must be received by March 15, 2011.

The following categories are open for nominations at www.dunwoodycommerce.org:

• Rising Star Award – Recognizing a distinguished business owner under the age of 40 who exemplifies leadership and community involvement through the Dunwoody Chamber.
• Good Eats Award – Presented to a restaurant or caterer that provides incredibly edible products and exceptional customer service in the Dunwoody community.
• Growing Green Award – For a locally owned company that has taken action to become more environmentally friendly or has invented or distributed products to assist other companies in becoming more environmentally friendly.
• Small Business of the Year Award – Recognizing the Dunwoody business that has demonstrated outstanding service, community involvement and standout community leadership.
• People’s Choice Award – Voted on by the Dunwoody Community as an opportunity to recognize their “Favorite” Dunwoody business.

“Part of the Chamber’s role is to recognize outstanding contributions business owners offer our community,” said Chamber Chair Bill Grant. “This first annual Business Expo is an excellent opportunity for people in Dunwoody and across Atlanta to meet Dunwoody business owners and recognize their leadership and innovation.”

John Heagy, Senior Vice-President of Marketing at Hines, a privately owned international real estate firm, will serve as Keynote Speaker at the Expo Luncheon and will provide a local, national and global perspective on Perimeter/Dunwoody as the place for business and future growth.

Ken Wright, Mayor of the City of Dunwoody, will officially cut the ribbon for the inaugural Expo.

The Dunwoody Business Expo will feature several breakout sessions of key importance including:

• Doing Business with Dunwoody, Rich Hampton, Purchasing Manager, City of Dunwoody
• New Federal Healthcare Laws & How They Impact Business, Jenny Cummiskey, RHU, VP Peachtree Benefit Group
• Social Media Strategies to Grow Your Business, Carol Flammer, Managing Partner, mRelevance

Award nomination ballots, Dunwoody Business Expo information & Luncheon reservation information may be found at www.dunwoodycommerce.org.  For additional information, please contact the Dunwoody Chamber at 678-244-9700.