A spike in auto-related crimes (break-ins and thefts) that has us all on edge and final decisions regarding how to best spend Renew Atlanta and T-Splost infrastructure funds have gotten a lot of attention recently. Although we're still awaiting a final recommendation, it appears District 8 is in line for roughly $35 million in infrastructure funds. Most will go to transportation-related work. But there’s much more happening in District 8--and that’s what we’ll cover in our March newsletter. Atlanta Memorial Park and its Conservancy quietly refurbished an oasis for us. Cyclorama opened to acclaim at the History Center, and Chastain Park’s cool playground is getting even cooler. Potholes got our attention, as did two busy streets that need lower speed limits. We also discovered that utility work on Peachtree Road will cause traffic delays for the next year. Look for a heads-up on traffic and utility related news in this issue. I recently met with some of the most committed and thoughtful folks in District 8 ---- the leaders of our 27 neighborhood associations. We heard from Zone 2 Police Commander Major Barry Shaw and learned about the array of choices and dropping prices for surveillance cameras and license plate readers. I also heard first-hand what’s on the minds of neighborhood leaders. We shared stories about what’s working (and what’s not), as associations grapple with grassroots issues. I came away with an even greater admiration and respect for the women and men who work so hard to make our neighborhoods better places to live. As always, our web site includes prior newsletters and two ‘extras’ we’ve produced this year on crime and safety. If you are not a subscriber, I hope you will join us by clicking here.
Memorial Park --- A Gem That Sparkles
Cyclorama Comes to Buckhead
Slaying the Monster Pothole
District 8 Contacts
J.P. Matzigkeit
jpmatzigkeit@atlantaga.gov
404.330.6051
Katie Howard
Jim Elgar
jqelgar@atlantaga.gov
404.546.4911
