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Mark your calendars! National Night Out August 6, 2019
The Laurel Ridge Shamrock Civic Assoc (LRSCA) is hosting its second annual National Night Out Event from 6:30 to 8:00 at University Heights Methodist Church with an Ice Cream Social to encourage neighbors to come out and meet each other and our local police representatives who will be attending.
Gene Beck with Marshall Berch & Assoc. will again provide Ice Cream sandwiches and other novelties.
National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police and community partnerships across the country. For more info on this nationwide event go to: https://natw.org/
artwork: https://fineartamerica.com/featured/ice-cream-novelties-pattern-kelly-gilleran.html?product=kids-tshirt
Gene Beck with Marshall Berch & Assoc. will again provide Ice Cream sandwiches and other novelties.
National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police and community partnerships across the country. For more info on this nationwide event go to: https://natw.org/
artwork: https://fineartamerica.com/featured/ice-cream-novelties-pattern-kelly-gilleran.html?product=kids-tshirt
Stay Updated on Neighborhood Watch News
Ann Finley is chairperson for the LRSCA Neighborhood Watch. Please notify Ann of any crimes or safety concerns in the neighborhood, and sign up to receive Neighborhood Watch emails at
annfinleyrealtor@annfinley.com.
Please click here for Ms. Finley's latest news.
Ann Finley is chairperson for the LRSCA Neighborhood Watch. Please notify Ann of any crimes or safety concerns in the neighborhood, and sign up to receive Neighborhood Watch emails at
annfinleyrealtor@annfinley.com.
Please click here for Ms. Finley's latest news.
Keep LRSCA Beautiful |
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The LRSCA Beautification Committe is requesting that families volunteer to help keep the entrance clean and tidy. Please click here to view the online sign up sheet for "Laurel Ridge Beautification." You can mow and pick up trash at your leisure. Thank you!
For additional classses throughout the summer, click here.
Summer Reading Program to Help Prevent the Summer Slide
DeKalb County Public Libraries
Now — July 31, 2019
Did you know that kids loose between 25-30% of what they have learned over the summer break? This is known as the "Summer Slide".
DeKalb County Public Library is participating in the annual Summer Reading Program (SRP), through July 31st, to help prevent the summer slide by:
Click here for more information about programs available for different age groups and how to sign your child up!
Now — July 31, 2019
Did you know that kids loose between 25-30% of what they have learned over the summer break? This is known as the "Summer Slide".
DeKalb County Public Library is participating in the annual Summer Reading Program (SRP), through July 31st, to help prevent the summer slide by:
- Keeping children motivated to read and maintain their reading skills
- Developing positive attitudes about reading, books and the library
- Creating experiences that further a child's sense of discovery
- Providing opportunities in which children can work cooperatively
Click here for more information about programs available for different age groups and how to sign your child up!
Master Plan for Little Creek Horse Farm & Park
DeKalb County Fire Rescue Headquarters
1950 West Exchange Place, Suite 400, Tucker 30084
The County has held public meetings to gather comments, suggestions and ideas on park amenities for Little Creek Horse Farm and the adjoining 14-acre Park Open Space (wooded area) along Orion Drive.
Public meetings are now scheduled to review the draft plans for new park amenities and improvements and to determine the public’s priorities.
1950 West Exchange Place, Suite 400, Tucker 30084
The County has held public meetings to gather comments, suggestions and ideas on park amenities for Little Creek Horse Farm and the adjoining 14-acre Park Open Space (wooded area) along Orion Drive.
Public meetings are now scheduled to review the draft plans for new park amenities and improvements and to determine the public’s priorities.
- Wednesday, July 10 – 6pm
- Saturday, July 20 – 1pm
- Sunday, July 28 – 1pm
DeKalb Community Development Department Seeks Community Input
The DeKalb County Community Development Department is preparing the 2019-2023 Consolidated Plan, including the Year 2019 Annual Action Plan for the Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG), the Home Investment Partnership Act (HOME), and the Emergency Solutions Grants Program (ESGP) and would like community input.
Written public comments will be received through July 12, 2019 and should be submitted to the DeKalb County Community Development Department, 750 Commerce Drive, Suite 401, Decatur, Georgia 30030.
Find out more information about the preliminary budget and Plan by clicking here to review the draft.
Written public comments will be received through July 12, 2019 and should be submitted to the DeKalb County Community Development Department, 750 Commerce Drive, Suite 401, Decatur, Georgia 30030.
Find out more information about the preliminary budget and Plan by clicking here to review the draft.
Fire Marshall Pushes Risk Reduction |
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The "SafeDeKalb" Community Risk Reduction Initiative targets emergency response for single-family residential homes that may be occupied by persons who are older, have special needs, or are chronically ill, and may want Fire Rescue to have a safe way to access their private residence in case of an emergency.
Contact Chief Joseph Cox, DeKalb County Fire Marshal at jkcox@dekalbcountyga.gov to find out more about a small wall-mounted "Knox Box" safe that holds keys the Fire Department can retrieve in emergency situations.
Contact Chief Joseph Cox, DeKalb County Fire Marshal at jkcox@dekalbcountyga.gov to find out more about a small wall-mounted "Knox Box" safe that holds keys the Fire Department can retrieve in emergency situations.
Traffic Calming
Several streets in our neighborhood have opted to participate in DeKalb County's Traffic Calming Program. Mount Olive Dr was the first of these streets to gain approval to participate, and meetings for Harcourt and Laurel Ridge have followed. Several other traffic related issues in our neighborhood have been discussed, as well as options for reducing thru traffic outside the scope of the official Traffic Calming Program.
Click here for highlights of meetings.
2019 SPLOST ratings by street
Cityhood Survey Results
The results have been tabulated and neighborhood leaders from the central DeKalb neighborhoods participating in the survey are reviewing the results, communicating with their residents, and determining the next steps in communicating with their legislators and others. Please click here and here to access those results.
Safety Concerns Addressed |
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Over the summer, the Laurel Ridge Shamrock Civic Association (LRSCA) compiled a list of resident concerns about faded street signs, poorly marked crosswalks, broken sidewalks, and worsening potholes. Then LRSCA presented a comprehensive repairs list to the DeKalb County Roads and Drainage Dept.
In recent weeks, you may have seen progress made on several of these items, including freshly painted lines at several intersections, new stop signs along Delcourt Dr, and pothole repairs on Laurel Ridge and Mount Olive. LRSCA will continue working with the County on other repairs over the coming months. Efforts are also underway to update the "no parking" times near Druid Hills Middle School (to correspond with the actual bell schedule). Finally, Mount Olive Dr residents have recently requested a County-led study of potential "traffic calming" options for their street.
If you would like to make a road, sign, or sidewalk repair request, or if you have questions regarding any of these projects, please contact Whitney McGinniss, LRSCA Board Member, at wlmcginniss@gmail.com or (404) 904-1254.
In recent weeks, you may have seen progress made on several of these items, including freshly painted lines at several intersections, new stop signs along Delcourt Dr, and pothole repairs on Laurel Ridge and Mount Olive. LRSCA will continue working with the County on other repairs over the coming months. Efforts are also underway to update the "no parking" times near Druid Hills Middle School (to correspond with the actual bell schedule). Finally, Mount Olive Dr residents have recently requested a County-led study of potential "traffic calming" options for their street.
If you would like to make a road, sign, or sidewalk repair request, or if you have questions regarding any of these projects, please contact Whitney McGinniss, LRSCA Board Member, at wlmcginniss@gmail.com or (404) 904-1254.
License Reader Cameras on Hold for Now |
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LRSCA residents had an opportunity to state their views on installing license plate reader cameras throughout the neighborhood as an alternative to hiring additional police. There was general agreement that they would be desirable, but with seven entrances to our neighborhood and rising prices, the Board decided that costs would be prohibitive at this time.
North DeKalb Mall on hold: rezoning application withdrawn
The Dekalb Cross Neighborhoods Council has been notified that Sterling Enterprises is withdrawing its rezoning application for the proposed redevelopment of North Dekalb Mall. Their lawyer, Kathryn Zickert, informed us that the project has become too expensive to proceed. At this point the owner/developer has not shared their future plans for the property. For more information, please click here.
South Peachtree Creek PATH Trail Expands!
In partnership with the PATH Foundation, DeKalb County will make biking and walking to Emory and the Clifton Corridor substantially better in a few weeks. Contractors are busy finishing a trail link near Clairmont Place Retirement Condominium. Earlier this year PATH constructed a trail underneath Clairmont Road to reach the Emory Clairmont Campus.
Cyclists and walkers will be able to travel safely from Medlock Park to Emory without having to encounter any cars or intersections. PATH and Emory will be collaborating next year to further improve bike and pedestrian facilities on Emory’s campus. This new connection will improve biking and walking in Medlock, Emory Parc, Clairmont Heights and Leafmore Hills.
Cyclists and walkers will be able to travel safely from Medlock Park to Emory without having to encounter any cars or intersections. PATH and Emory will be collaborating next year to further improve bike and pedestrian facilities on Emory’s campus. This new connection will improve biking and walking in Medlock, Emory Parc, Clairmont Heights and Leafmore Hills.
Help build trail connections with our neighborhood
A special interest group is forming in the Laurel Ridge Shamrock community to explore how we can increase connectivity of our neighborhood to the blossoming network of trails in DeKalb County and the larger metro area. Our voices are more effective when we speak as a community rather than just a collection of individuals. We plan to organize to take advantage of opportunities that may arise such as nearby development activities that we can leverage.
North DeKalb Mall is beginning a major reconfiguration. The PATH organization has indicated willingness to come speak at our neighborhood association meeting if we can demonstrate community interest. Our efforts would include activities such as working to define trail connectivity options, surveying the neighborhood for level of interest or petition drives, coordinating with nearby neighborhood associations, talking with county commissioners and/or state legislators, and lobbying for SPLOST funds.
If you are interested and willing to participate, please contact Paul Friederich at 404-325-2138, or paul.friederich@gmail.com.
North DeKalb Mall is beginning a major reconfiguration. The PATH organization has indicated willingness to come speak at our neighborhood association meeting if we can demonstrate community interest. Our efforts would include activities such as working to define trail connectivity options, surveying the neighborhood for level of interest or petition drives, coordinating with nearby neighborhood associations, talking with county commissioners and/or state legislators, and lobbying for SPLOST funds.
If you are interested and willing to participate, please contact Paul Friederich at 404-325-2138, or paul.friederich@gmail.com.
Road Conditions, Traffic, and Safety Assessment Update
How to report potholes and other road hazards.
DeKalb County Joins Nationwide Trend to Offer Official Glass Recycling Drop-off
Effective July 17, 2017, the DeKalb County Sanitation Division will no longer accept glass in curbside recycling. Residents will have two choices for glass disposal: normal household garbage or one of 16 dedicated county-operated glass recycling drop-off locations that feature glass sort/separation.
DeKalb becomes the first county in Georgia in this nationwide trend to divert glass from landfills and to offer an official glass recycling drop-off program in an urban area. Please join the quest to make glass a much more sustainable and valuable recyclable material.
Click here for more information.
DeKalb becomes the first county in Georgia in this nationwide trend to divert glass from landfills and to offer an official glass recycling drop-off program in an urban area. Please join the quest to make glass a much more sustainable and valuable recyclable material.
Click here for more information.
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DeKalb County Animal Services Has Moved!
New address: 3280 Chamblee Dunwoody Rd.
If you find yourself in an Active Shooter Situation
Due to recent events in Orlando, please watch this video, sent to us from our Neighborhood Watch Chair, Susan Hellinger.
Wolf-coyote hybrids invading America's cities
Learn about urban coyotes here.
Be Prepared for Emergencies
As part of Severe Weather Preparedness Week, DeKalb Emergency Management Agency (DEMA) encourages all residents to download the free Ready Georgia app. This features severe weather and emergency alerts, an emergency plan and supplies checklist, information on how to deal with specific threats, and maps detailing everything from live traffic to the location of open emergency shelters.
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