Posted in Community on December 8, 2017 | Leave a Comment »
This is the last call for online Transportation Plan input.
There are two online opportunities for residents to contribute- a community survey, and a wikimap where respondents can identify problem areas throughout the city.
These opportunities are a part of an update to the Community Transportation Plan. The survey takes 10-15 minutes. Your input is important to us and your time is appreciated.
Posted in Community, Retail & Restaurants, tagged #holidaysindecaturga, #shopspiration on December 8, 2017 | Leave a Comment »
Posted in Community on December 8, 2017 | Leave a Comment »
The National Weather Service has upgraded the metro Atlanta area to a Winter Weather Warning beginning at 5 p.m. today. Unless cancelled, it will be in effect until 10 a.m. on Saturday, December 9. Expect a mix of rain and snow through the afternoon that could change over into all snow later in the evening.
Slick and dangerous road conditions are possible, especially on elevated bridges and overpasses. Road conditions are expected to deteriorate through the day and into the evening.
City offices will close at 3:30 p.m. today. Active Living programs will end at 3 p.m. and Saturday programs will not start until noon (weather permitting).
City Schools has cancelled after-school activities today and all Saturday programs.
Posted in Community on December 7, 2017 | Leave a Comment »
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for DeKalb County from 5 a.m. Friday, December 8 until 7 a.m. Saturday, December 9. A winter weather advisory means that winter weather is expected and that residents should use caution. Light amounts of wintry precipitation or patchy blowing snow will cause slick conditions and could affect travel if precautions are not taken.
For more information on the difference between a winter weather advisory, watch and warning, check out the National Weather Service’s winter information page at www.nws.noaa.gov/om/winter/ww.shtml
Posted in Community, emergency management, tagged monthly test, tornado siren on December 5, 2017 | Leave a Comment »
Tomorrow is the first Wednesday of December so we’ll be testing the tornado outdoor warning sirens at 5:00 p.m. The test should last approximately one minute. Should the weather become inclement, the test will be postponed until Thursday, 7 December 2017.
If you have questions or want more information about the siren system, check out the Siren page on the City’s website or contact Police Lt. Barry Woodward at 404-373-6551.
Posted in Community on December 2, 2017 | Leave a Comment »
This is a weekly blog post that lists all of the events and sales going on around town. It will be updated daily. If you would like to add an event, email renae.madison@decaturga.com.
Sunday, Dec. 3
Tuesday, Dec. 5
Thursday, Dec. 7
Friday, Dec. 8
Saturday, Dec. 9
Posted in Community on December 1, 2017 | Leave a Comment »
Thank you to everyone who made Small Business Saturday such a success this year! We couldn’t have done it without the help of multiple city departments, our amazing cookie baking and gift wrapping volunteers, the Decatur Business Associate, photographer Hector Amador, DJ Quasi, and Santa. Also, thank you to everyone who came out to take photos with Santa, snack on milk and cookies, and shop at Decatur’s local businesses. We wanted to try something new this year and combine Small Business Saturday and Breakfast With Santa – and it turned out better than we could have hoped.
For those of you who had your photo taken with Santa, you can get a link to your photos by emailing info@studioprimetime.com.
The sandwich cookies from Jimella’s Bakery, a local bakery based in Decatur, were a big hit on Saturday. If you want to purchase some for yourself or as a gift, Jimella’s offers decorative gift boxes full of individually wrapped cookie sandwiches in a variety of flavors. National shipping and Atlanta area delivery are available – and Decatur delivery is always free! Also, keep a platter of cookie sandwiches in mind for any upcoming holiday event. Visit www.jimellasbakery.com for the full menu and gift options. You can order by emailing info@jimellasbakery.com or calling 404-290-8725.
The massage therapists from Natural Body that gave 10 minute chair massages provided the perfect break for weary parents and holiday shoppers. If you want to book a full-length massage for yourself or get a gift certificate for a friend, head over to Decatur’s Natural Body at 225 East Ponce de Leon Avenue. If you purchase a Natural Body gift card this holiday season, you’ll receive a free $25 voucher.
If you didn’t get a chance to get your locally-purchased gift wrapped at the tent on Saturday, you can bring your items to the Visitors Center tent on December 8 at the West Ponce Holiday Movie Night. We’ll have volunteers and wrapping supplies. Just make sure you bring your receipt with you so we can double check that the item was purchased locally.
If you were out of town for Small Business Saturday, there are still three Terrific Thursdays left for you to enjoy discounts and deals at Decatur’s shops. For a full list of participating businesses click here.
Remember to Keep it Indiecatur for the holidays!
Posted in Community on November 27, 2017 | 1 Comment »
Thanks for supporting our locally-owned businesses this holiday season and for coming out this past Small Business Saturday. Tomorrow is Giving Tuesday – a time to support one or more of the local non-profits organizations that contribute so much to the unique character and sense of place we enjoy in the City of Decatur.
>Learn more about Giving Tuesday
>Decatur nonprofits listed on the official Giving Tuesday website
Posted in Community on November 20, 2017 | Leave a Comment »
New flood hazard maps for the City of Decatur are ready for public review. The preliminary maps are the result of a multi-year project to develop accurate and detailed digital flood maps for the Upper Chattahoochee Watershed based on data from the latest mapping and modeling technologies. They are being released by the Georgia Environmental Protection Division (EPD) under Georgia Department of Natural Resources, in cooperation with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and communities throughout DeKalb County. The new maps reflect current flooding risks, replacing maps that are based on dated studies, of which some are more than 30 years old. Revisions to these mapping products may affect residents and business owners in the City of Decatur.
Residents and businesses will want to be aware of how the maps are changing, and how the changes may affect new construction and rebuilding decisions, as well as requirements for flood insurance. To help property owners better understand the project and changes, a public Open House is being held December 6 in the Maloof Auditorium, 1300 Commerce Dr. in Decatur from 5 – 7 p.m. No formal presentation will be made so residents and business owners can visit at their convenience to view the new maps, understand how their properties may be affected, review options that they have and learn more about financial and material steps that they may need to take to protect their investment.
For those who cannot attend, the maps are available at www.GeorgiaDFIRM.com or they can visit the City of Decatur Design, Environment & Construction Division of Public Works, during normal business hours Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., or call (404) 370 – 4104. More information about the new maps is also available at www.decaturga.com.
Posted in Community on November 18, 2017 | Leave a Comment »
This is a weekly blog post that lists all of the events and sales going on around town. It will be updated daily. If you would like to add an event, email renae.madison@decaturga.com.
Sunday, Nov. 19
Thursday, Nov. 23
Saturday, Nov. 25
