We can’t continue criminalizing poverty, homelessness, and mental illness. Instead, let’s fight for compassionate forms of public safety, and justice for all Atlantans — not just the wealthy who stand to profit from international events.
This resolution calls on APD to utilize the Center for Diversion Services to the greatest extent possible for eligible cases and to report data on the diversion to arrest ratio to City Council on a regular basis.
On average, only about three individuals per day are diverted to the CDS, even though the facility can serve 41 people at a time. Far too many eligible cases are not being diverted.
Since opening the Center for Diversion Services last year, data indicate that diversion referrals remain far below capacity. The CDS is a 24/7 facility designed to provide a safe, immediate alternative to arrest for individuals suffering from health needs or extreme poverty.
What’s happening at the jail is a human rights crisis and it’s morally imperative we leverage every tool to reduce the jail population. This means stepping up our use of pre-arrest diversion.
In 2023, the Fulton Jail was found by the U.S. Dept of Justice to be in violation of the constitutional rights of incarcerated people, resulting in a federal consent decree in 2025.
Ahead of hosting the World Cup this summer, this resolution calls for Atlanta to significantly step up its use of pre-arrest diversion as a way to curb unnecessary arrests and address the ongoing overcrowding crisis at the Fulton County Jail.
🚨FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Councilmember Kelsea Bond Introduces Resolution to Expand Diversion, Reduce Jail Overcrowding Ahead of World Cup
Today I am proud to announce my first piece of legislation to be introduced at today’s Full City Council February 16th meeting at 1pm.
With the World Cup approaching, and increasing attacks marginalized communities, we want to make sure Atlanta residents know their rights and how to respond when our communities are threatened.
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Join the me and community organizations for a rapid response community training Sunday March 1 at the Little 5 Points Community Center starting at 2pm.
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Join me Sunday Feb. 8 for our first edition of “Get Coffee with your Councilmember!”. Ask questions about city policy, legislation, how to navigate 311 requests, or let me know what’s on your mind.
🚊 Expect MARTA reduced or suspended service & check itsmarta.com for updates
🧤Warming centers are open at Central Park, Old Adamsville Rec. Center, & Selena S. Butler Park
Stay warm out there!
🏡 Check on vulnerable & elderly family and neighbors 🐶 Bring your pets & plants inside!
💧Keep your faucets dripping
☎️ Contact 311 for non-emergencies
📲 Text NotifyATL to 24639 for updates!
Stay safe this weekend, ATL! 🥶
With icy storms approaching this weekend, there are a few ways to keep you and your loved ones safe:
❌ Avoid driving as much as possible due to icy roads
🔌 Charge your phones & laptops in case of power outages
Councilmember Bond, at your service! 📝
I’m thrilled to officially be sworn in as the Councilmember for Atlanta City Council District 2 and serve on the Community Development/Human Services, Utilities, and Zoning Committees. The work begins now, Atlanta! 🫡🎉
I’m so grateful to be a part of this fight with you all to build an Atlanta the works for the 99%. Stay tuned for more in the new year and happy holidays! ✨
In the meantime, follow my ✨NEW✨ Council Office social media account and reach out with city related questions and comments at kbond@atlantaga.gov.
It’s official! 🎉 (almost)
We’re just 2 weeks out from City Council’s official swearing in ceremony on January 5! Come be a part of history at GSU’s Convocation Center from 1-3PM (open to the public).
