Reminder to set clocks forward for daylight saving time on Sunday, March 8 at 2 a.m., illustrated with a clock graphic and Commissioner Chakira Johnson branding.
⏰ Don’t forget to spring forward!
Daylight Saving Time begins Sunday, March 8 at 2:00 AM.
Set your clocks ahead one hour before heading to bed Saturday night.
That means a little less sleep — but longer evenings ahead. 🌅
Flyer promoting DeKalb County Comprehensive Housing Plan Community Conversation on March 18, 2026 from 6–8 PM at Tobie Grant Recreation Center, 593 Parkdale Drive, Scottdale, Georgia. Hosted by District 4 Commissioner Chakira Johnson and Super District 6 Commissioner Ted Terry. The event invites residents to share input on housing challenges and help shape the county’s housing plan. More information at engagedekalb.dekalbcountyga.gov/DCCHP.
🏠 Help shape the future of housing in DeKalb County.
Join the Comprehensive Housing Plan Community Conversation hosted by Commissioners Chakira Johnson and Ted Terry.
🗓 March 18
⏰ 6–8 PM
📍 Tobie Grant Recreation Center
🔗 engagedekalb.dekalbcountyga.gov/DCCHP
Graphic promoting the 9th Annual Reverse Trade Show and Procurement Summit hosted by DeKalb County. Event takes place March 19, 2026 from 9 AM to 3 PM at the Porter Sanford III Performing Arts and Community Center, 3181 Rainbow Drive, Decatur, GA 30034. The event connects businesses with county departments and includes networking, vendor registration, and training sessions. Registration available via QR code or at dekalbcountyga.gov/ReverseTradeShow.
In recognition of National Procurement Month, DeKalb County’s Procurement Department is hosting its 9th Annual Reverse Trade Show & Procurement Summit.
🗓 March 19
⏰ 9 AM – 3 PM
📍 Porter Sanford III Performing Arts & Community Center
🔗 dekalbcountyga.gov/ReverseTradeShow
Flyer for a “Community Connection” quarterly breakfast hosted by DeKalb County Commissioner Chakira Johnson (District 4). Event is Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 9:00–11:00 a.m. at the East Central DeKalb Community & Senior Center, 4885 Elam Road, Stone Mountain, GA 30083. Special guest is Nicole M. Golden, DeKalb County Tax Commissioner. Other guests include MARTA discussing upcoming District 4 changes and the Urban League of Greater Atlanta sharing information about the Water Rate Assistance Program (WRAP). DeKalb service departments will also attend to answer questions. Breakfast provided while supplies last. Virtual option available at youtube.com/@DeKalbCountyGov/streams. Flyer includes photos of Commissioner Johnson and Tax Commissioner Golden.
Tomorrow!
🕘 9–11 AM
East Central DeKalb Community & Senior Center
4885 Elam Road
Stone Mountain, GA 30038
For those unable to join in-person: youtube.com/@DeKalbCount...
Graphic promoting MARTA Open House on Thu Feb 26 from 3–7pm at MARTA HQ Atrium. Topics include Reach on-demand service, NextGen Bus Network, Better Breeze, and Rapid A-Line. Accessible via Red/Gold Line to Lindbergh Station North Exit and bus routes 5, 6, 30, 39, 809. More info at itsmarta.com/calendar-of-events.aspx. For accessible formats call 404-848-4037 or 404-848-5665 (TTY).
Spanish language version of graphic promoting MARTA Open House on Thu Feb 26 from 3–7pm at MARTA HQ Atrium. Topics include Reach on-demand service, NextGen Bus Network, Better Breeze, and Rapid A-Line. Accessible via Red/Gold Line to Lindbergh Station North Exit and bus routes 5, 6, 30, 39, 809. More info at itsmarta.com/calendar-of-events.aspx. For accessible formats call 404-848-4037 or 404-848-5665 (TTY).
🚍 MARTA Open House (Tomorrow, February 26) – Learn What’s Changing
🗓 Thursday, Feb 26
⏰ 3–7pm (Drop in. No RSVP required.)
📍 MARTA HQ Atrium
🚆 Red/Gold Line to Lindbergh Station – North Exit
🚌 Bus routes: 5, 6, 30, 39, 809
🔗 itsmarta.com/calendar-of-events.aspx
Flyer announcing Community Connection Quarterly Breakfast hosted by Commissioner Chakira Johnson on Sat Feb 28 2026 from 9am–11am at East Central DeKalb Community & Senior Center, 4885 Elam Rd Stone Mountain GA. Special guest Nicole M. Golden, DeKalb County Tax Commissioner. Additional presenters include MARTA with District 4 updates, Urban League of Greater Atlanta discussing Water Rate Assistance Program, and representatives from Sanitation, Roads and Drainage, Code Enforcement and Law Enforcement. Breakfast available while supplies last. Livestream at youtube.com/@DeKalbCountyGov/streams.
One week away! Join us Sat Feb 28, 9am–11am at East Central DeKalb Community & Senior Center (4885 Elam Rd, Stone Mountain) for Community Connection Breakfast.
Special guest: Tax Commissioner Nicole M. Golden.
Watch live: youtube.com/@DeKalbCountyGov/streams
Flyer for a “Community Connection” quarterly breakfast hosted by DeKalb County Commissioner Chakira Johnson (District 4). Event is Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 9:00–11:00 a.m. at the East Central DeKalb Community & Senior Center, 4885 Elam Road, Stone Mountain, GA 30083. Special guest is Nicole M. Golden, DeKalb County Tax Commissioner. Other guests include MARTA discussing upcoming District 4 changes and the Urban League of Greater Atlanta sharing information about the Water Rate Assistance Program (WRAP). DeKalb service departments will also attend to answer questions. Breakfast provided while supplies last. Virtual option available at youtube.com/@DeKalbCountyGov/streams. Flyer includes photos of Commissioner Johnson and Tax Commissioner Golden.
Don't forget! Our Community Connection quarterly breakfast is less than 2 weeks away!
Saturday, February 28
9am to 11am
East Central DeKalb Community & Senior Center
4885 Elam Road, Stone Mountain
Livestream will be available at youtube.com/@DeKalbCountyGov/streams
Graphic announcing DeKalb County sanitation schedule change for Presidents Day. Mon Feb 16 no collection. Tue Feb 17 services Monday customers; Wed Feb 18 services Tuesday customers; Thu Feb 19 services Wednesday customers; Fri Feb 20 services Thursday customers. North Transfer Station open Mon 6am–2:30pm. Customer Care, admin building, Central Transfer Station and Seminole Rd Landfill closed Mon, reopen Tue. For info call 404-294-2900, email sanitation@dekalbcountyga.gov , visit dekalbsanitation.com or follow @DKalbSanitation on X.com.
Presidents Day Residential Sanitation Collection Schedule
In observance of Presidents Day this upcoming Monday, February 16, DeKalb County residential sanitation service will run one day late for all customers next week.
Info: dekalbsanitation.com | 404-294-2900
Graphic announcing a DeKalb County Voter Registration and Elections Candidate Workshop on Tue Feb 17 from 10am–11am at 4380 Memorial Dr Suite 300 Decatur GA. Workshop is for DeKalb County residents interested in qualifying for specific offices: County Commissioner Districts 2, 3, and 7; Board of Education Districts 2, 4, and 6; and State Court Judge Divisions A-1, A-2, A-4, A-7, and B-10. Registration required at surveymonkey.com/r/CandidateWorkshopReg. More info at dekalbvotes.com.
Considering a run for office in DeKalb County?
Free Candidate Workshop Feb 17, 10am–11am for residents interested in qualifying for specific Commissioner, BOE, and State Court Judge seats.
Registration required: surveymonkey.com/r/CandidateWorkshopReg
Info: dekalbvotes.com
Graphic announcing DeKalb County warming centers open Fri Jan 30 through Mon Feb 2, 2026, beginning 6pm due to freezing temps and wind chills. 24-hr locations: Exchange Park Intergenerational Ctr, 2771 Columbia Dr, Decatur; Frontline Response Intl, 2585 Gresham Rd SE, Atlanta; St Vincent de Paul, 2050-C Chamblee Tucker Rd, Chamblee; Tobie Grant Rec Ctr, 593 Parkdale Dr, Scottdale. Evening transportation routes begin 6pm; pickups end 7:30pm with final sweeps 7:30–10pm, all from Frontline HQ. Walk-in access available daily at Frontline HQ starting noon. Transportation help: 404-334-3610. More info: dekalbcountyga.gov/weather.
Graphic announcing DeKalb County warming centers open Fri Jan 30 through Mon Feb 2, 2026, beginning 6pm due to freezing temps and wind chills. 24-hr locations: Exchange Park Intergenerational Ctr, 2771 Columbia Dr, Decatur; Frontline Response Intl, 2585 Gresham Rd SE, Atlanta; St Vincent de Paul, 2050-C Chamblee Tucker Rd, Chamblee; Tobie Grant Rec Ctr, 593 Parkdale Dr, Scottdale. Evening transportation routes begin 6pm; pickups end 7:30pm with final sweeps 7:30–10pm, all from Frontline HQ. Walk-in access available daily at Frontline HQ starting noon. Transportation help: 404-334-3610. More info: dekalbcountyga.gov/weather.
Warming Centers Open Jan 30–Feb 2 ❄️
Please see the Official Press Release for more details and share this information with anyone who may need a warm, safe place.
Graphic announces that the Community Connection Breakfast originally scheduled for January 31 has been postponed due to unsafe winter weather conditions and rescheduled for Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. at the East Central DeKalb Community & Senior Center.
Due to potentially unsafe winter weather conditions, tomorrow’s Community Connection Breakfast has been postponed.
📅 Rescheduled: Saturday, Feb. 28
⏰ 9–11 a.m.
📍 East Central DeKalb Community & Senior Center
Thank you for your understanding, and please stay safe.
Graphic stating “Postponed” for DeKalb County Drive-Thru Food Distribution originally scheduled for Sat Jan 31 2026. Event is postponed due to inclement weather. Image shows gloved hands holding a box of fresh produce with DeKalb County Georgia logo and text indicating a new date will be announced. For updates, follow DeKalb County and Commissioner Chakira Johnson’s official channels.
UPDATE: The DeKalb County Drive-Thru Food Distribution scheduled for Sat Jan 31 has been postponed due to inclement weather. A new date will be announced soon.
Graphic announcing DeKalb County Drive-Thru Food Distribution for residents only, Sat Jan 31 2026, begins 9am while supplies last, no registration required. Six locations: New Life Church 3592 Flat Shoals Rd Decatur GA 30034; Berean Christian Church 2201 Young Rd Stone Mountain GA 30088; Saint Phillip AME 240 Candler Rd SE Atlanta GA 30317; Plaza Fiesta 4166 Buford Hwy NE Atlanta GA 30345; Rehoboth Baptist Church 2997 Lawrenceville Hwy Tucker GA 30084; Beulah Missionary Baptist Church 2340 Clifton Springs Rd Decatur GA 30034. Hosted by District 4 Commissioner Chakira Johnson with DeKalb County and CEO Lorraine Cochran-Johnson. Free drive-thru food for families while supplies last.
Drive-Thru Food Distribution for DeKalb County Residents!
Sat Jan 31, 9am (while supplies last) at six locations across the county. No registration required.
DEKALB COUNTY TO OPEN WARMING CENTERS MONDAY, JANUARY 26-FRIDAY, JANUARY 30 Stay updated: www.dekalbcountyga.gov/weather Please help us spread the word and share this information with neighbors, family members, or anyone who may need a safe place to stay warm.
DEKALB COUNTY TO OPEN WARMING CENTERS MONDAY, JANUARY 26-FRIDAY, JANUARY 30
Stay updated: www.dekalbcountyga.gov/weather
Please help us spread the word and share this information with neighbors, family members, or anyone who may need a safe place to stay warm.
Sanitation Suspends Operations Tuesday, January 27
More information: dekalbsanitation.com
DeKalb County Board of Commissioners Meetings to Be Held Virtually Due to Winter Weather: www.dekalbcountyga.gov/news/dekalb-...
SANITATION DIVISION TO SUSPEND COLLECTION SERVICE
Stay up-to-date:
www.dekalbcountyga.gov/press-releases
DeKalb County Activates Winter Weather Response Under State of Emergency:
www.dekalbcountyga.gov/news/dekalb-...
DeKalb County Offices Closed Through Tuesday, January 27 Due to Inclement Weather:
www.dekalbcountyga.gov/news/dekalb-...
MARTA will implement an inclement weather service plan starting Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026, due to freezing rain, sleet, and low temperatures.
➡️ More details: www.facebook.com/MARTAtransit
Graphic announcing DeKalb County warming centers open Sat Jan 24, Sun Jan 25, and Mon Jan 26, 2026, starting 6am, due to freezing temps and dangerous wind chills. 24-hr sites: Exchange Park Intergenerational Center, 2771 Columbia Dr, Decatur; Frontline Response International, 2585 Gresham Rd SE, Atlanta; St. Vincent de Paul, 2050-C Chamblee Tucker Rd, Chamblee; Tobie Grant Rec Center, 593 Parkdale Dr, Scottdale. Revised Sun morning transportation begins in 7am hour from Frontline HQ, 2585 Gresham Rd SE, Atlanta. Walk-in access at Frontline HQ starts 6am Sat. Community partners include New Life Community Alliance Warming Center, 3592 Flat Shoals Rd, Decatur, and Tucker First UMC Cold Weather Refuge, 4315 Church St, Tucker, intake 7–9pm, phone 470-431-7800. For help call 404-334-3610 or visit dekalbcountyga.gov/weather. Please share with anyone who may need a warm place.
DeKalb County warming centers open Sat Jan 24–Mon Jan 26 starting 6am. 24-hr sites, revised Sun morning transportation, and walk-in access at Frontline HQ.
Info: dekalbcountyga.gov/weather | 404-334-3610
Please share with anyone who may need a warm place.
Graphic announcing DeKalb County warming centers open Thu Jan 15 and Sat Jan 17 through Mon Jan 19, starting 6pm, due to freezing temps and dangerous wind chills. Overnight sites: Exchange Park Intergenerational Center, 2771 Columbia Dr, Decatur; Frontline Response International, 2585 Gresham Rd SE, Atlanta; St. Vincent de Paul, 2050-C Chamblee Tucker Rd, Chamblee; Mason Mill Rec Center, 1340 McConnell Dr, Decatur (Thu only). 24-hr sites Jan 17–19: Frontline Response and Exchange Park; St. Vincent 24-hr Sat–Sun, overnight Mon. Additional centers: New Life Community Alliance, 3592 Flat Shoals Rd, Decatur, 7pm–7am; Tucker First UMC Cold Weather Refuge, 4315 Church St, Tucker, intake 7–9pm, depart 8am, phone 470-431-7800. Transportation from Frontline HQ, 2585 Gresham Rd SE, Atlanta, with pickups by 7:30pm and final sweeps until 10pm. Walk-in access at Frontline HQ starting 6:30pm, early entry 12pm Sat Jan 15. For help call 404-334-3610 or visit dekalbcountyga.gov/weather.
DeKalb County warming centers open Sat Jan 17 through Mon Jan 19
Overnight & 24-hr sites, transportation, and walk-in access at Frontline HQ.
Info: dekalbcountyga.gov/weather | 404-334-3610
Graphic announcing a modified residential sanitation collection schedule for Martin Luther King Day. Text reads: “Monday Jan 19. No collection on Monday holiday. Sanitation service routes run one day late for all customers. Landfill, transfer stations, call center, and admin building also closed.” For details, visit dekalbsanitation.com, call 404-294-2900, or follow @DKalbSanitation on X. Graphic includes MLK Day banner and Commissioner Chakira Johnson’s logo and photo.
DeKalb Announces Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Residential Sanitation Collection Schedule
For more information, contact the Sanitation Division’s Customer Care team at 404-294-2900 or sanitation@dekalbcountyga.gov, visit www.dekalbsanitation.com, or follow @DKalbSanitation on X
Portrait of DeKalb County Commissioner Chakira Johnson seated at a desk, wearing a magenta top and glasses, with a calm, confident expression. Gold script text at the top reads, “I am honored…” The DeKalb County seal appears in the upper right corner. Below, gold text states: “I am honored by my colleagues’ confidence in me by unanimously electing me as Presiding Officer of the DeKalb County Board of Commissioners. I’m grateful for the opportunity to serve and committed to leading with professionalism, respect, and a focus on the people of DeKalb. I also look forward to working closely with Deputy Presiding Officer Dr. LaDena Bolton as we support the work of the full Board and our communities.” The image is signed “With gratitude,” followed by a stylized signature and the name and title: Chakira Johnson, Presiding Officer, DeKalb County Board of Commissioners. The bottom right includes the “Engineering Progress for DeKalb” branding and the Chakira Johnson District 4 logo.
Graphic announcing that DeKalb County will open warming centers from Wed Jan 14, through Fri Jan 16, 2026, beginning 6pm, due to freezing temperatures and dangerous wind chills. Overnight locations include Exchange Park Intergenerational Center at 2771 Columbia Dr in Decatur, Frontline Response International at 2585 Gresham Rd Southeast in Atlanta, St. Vincent de Paul at 2050-C Chamblee Tucker Road in Chamblee, and Mason Mill Recreation Center at 1340 McConnell Drive in Decatur. Frontline Response International and Exchange Park Intergenerational Center will operate as 24-hour sites on Jan 15 and 16. Evening transportation is available with initial pickups completed by 7:30pm and final sweeps from 7:30 to 10pm, all originating from Frontline Response HQ at 2585 Gresham Road Southeast in Atlanta. Walk-in access is available at Frontline HQ beginning at 6:30pm on Wed Jan 14. For transportation and coordination assistance, call 404-334-3610. More information: dekalbcountyga.gov/weather
DeKalb County will open warming centers Jan. 14–16 starting at 6:00 p.m. Transportation and walk-in access available at Frontline HQ.
Details: dekalbcountyga.gov/weather | 404-334-3610
Text-based press release announcing that DeKalb County will activate warming centers from Sunday, January 11 through Monday, January 12, 2026, due to freezing temperatures and hazardous wind chills. Centers open at 6:30 p.m. and include Exchange Park Intergenerational Center, Frontline Response International, St. Vincent de Paul, and Mason Mill Recreation Center. Evening transportation is available with initial pickups completed by 7:30 p.m. and final sweeps through 10:00 p.m., all originating from Frontline Response Headquarters. Walk-in access begins at 6:30 p.m., with early walk-in access starting at noon on Sunday. Contact information and a county website link are provided for additional details. Phone Numbers: 404-334-3610 (Frontline Response Dispatch). URLs: dekalbcountyga.gov/weather
Just a friendly reminder: We'll be holding our first Community Connection breakfast meeting of the year Saturday, January 31 from 9am to 11am, with free breakfast for in-person attendees (*while supplies last; first come, first served). For those unable to join us in person, the meeting will be livestreamed on DCTV Channel 23's YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@DeKalbCountyGov/streams We hope to see you there, whether in-person or virtually!
Just a friendly reminder: We'll be holding our first Community Connection breakfast meeting of the year Saturday, January 31!
Livestream will be available at: www.youtube.com/@DeKalbCount...
We hope to see you there, whether in-person or virtually!
Text-based press release announcing that DeKalb County will open warming centers on December 29, 30, and 31 due to freezing temperatures and hazardous wind chills. Centers open at 6:30 p.m. and include Exchange Park Intergenerational Center and Frontline Response International, both operating 24 hours, as well as St. Vincent de Paul and Mason Mill Recreation Center. Evening transportation is available with initial pickups completed by 7:30 p.m. and final sweeps through 10:00 p.m., all originating from Frontline Response Headquarters. Walk-in access is available at Frontline HQ beginning at noon on Monday, December 29. Contact information and a county website link are provided for additional details: Transportation & coordination: 404-334-3610. Frontline Headquarters: 2585 Gresham Rd SE, Atlanta, GA 30316. More information: www.dekalbcountyga.gov/weather
DeKalb County to Open Warming Centers Tonight through Wednesday
DeKalb County will open warming centers Dec. 29–31 starting at 6:30 p.m. Transportation and walk-in access available at Frontline HQ.
Details: dekalbcountyga.gov/weather | 404-334-3610
Holiday greeting card from Commissioner Chakira Johnson and the District 4 team wishing constituents a joyful holiday season. The card features festive, seasonal design elements and conveys warmth, gratitude, and well wishes for peace, togetherness, and the year ahead: "As we celebrate the holiday season, I want to take a moment to send my warmest wishes to you and your loved ones. This time of year invites us to slow down, reflect, and reconnect—and I’m deeply grateful for the sense of community, care, and resilience that continues to define District 4 and DeKalb County. May this season bring you moments of joy, peace, and rest, and may the new year ahead be filled with hope, good health, and opportunity. Thank you for allowing me the honor of serving you. From my family and our District 4 team to yours, wishing you a safe, happy, and joyful holiday season."
This time of year invites us to slow down, reflect, and reconnect—and I’m deeply grateful for the sense of community, care, and resilience that continues to define District 4 and DeKalb County.
Wishing everyone a safe, happy, and joyful holiday season. 🎄✨
