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Executive Orders

Lorraine Cochran-Johnson, Chief Executive Officer of DeKalb County, smiles in front of a U.S. flag and a gray backdrop, wearing large black glasses, a black top, and a chunky pearl necklace.

Executive Orders issued by the DeKalb County Chief Executive Officer Lorraine Cochran-Johnson provide official direction for county government operations. Through these orders, the CEO may establish policies, outline administrative priorities, and guide how departments carry out services that impact residents, businesses, and communities across DeKalb County.

This page provides access to Executive Orders issued by the CEO, offering transparency and insight into directives that support effective governance and help advance the county’s priorities and initiatives.

Executive Order No. 2026-01

DeKalb County Declares State of Emergency Ahead of Winter Weather and Urges Residents to Prepare.

 

Executive Order No. 2025-8

Confirming end of COVID-19 State of Emergency in DeKalb County and transitioning to a post-emergency work plan for County offices and employees.

CEO SNAP Letters to Federal Leaders

CEO Cochran-Johnson formally expressed her concerns to federal and state leaders, including Georgia’s congressional delegation and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), urging immediate federal intervention to protect vulnerable residents who rely on SNAP and HUD Section 8 housing vouchers.

CEO SNAP Letter to President Trump

A formal letter from DeKalb County's Chief Executive Officer, Lorraine Cochran-Johnson, addressed to President Trump on October 28, 2025. The letter expresses concern over the suspension of SNAP benefits in DeKalb County, Georgia, due to a government shutdown. It highlights statistics on SNAP beneficiaries and outlines requests for federal assistance to support affected residents, including utilizing funding and community partnerships.

 

Click to view letter to President Trump

CEO SNAP letter to USDA

Official letterhead featuring the DeKalb County seal, with a letter from CEO Lorraine Cochran-Johnson addressing SNAP benefit concerns to Secretary Brooke Rollins. The letter highlights the impact of federal funding lapses on food security and requests urgent action.

 

Click to view letter to Secretary Rollins

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