Press Releases

Stay informed with the latest updates from DeKalb County Government. Here you will find timely announcements, public safety information, and community highlights that keep residents connected to county services and initiatives. Our goal is to provide clear, accessible news that supports transparency and keeps you engaged with what is happening across DeKalb.

Commissioner Terry Advances DeKalb Green New Deal Agenda, Paving the Way for Sustainable Cottage Communities During Nationwide Housing Crisis

Fri, Jan 5, 2024 - 2:09 PM

Commissioner Ted Terry (D-District 6) has advanced his Green New Deal agenda with the passage of the Cottage Court Ordinance, which amends the existing DeKalb County Zoning Ordinance to allow for smaller homes to be built on smaller lots, sustainably increasing affordable housing stock.

DeKalb Peachtree Airport Advisory Board to Meet Virtually January 8

Fri, Jan 5, 2024 - 1:58 PM

The DeKalb-Peachtree Airport Advisory Board meeting is scheduled for Monday, January 8, at 5:30 p.m. The meeting will be held virtually via Zoom at https://dekalbcountyga.zoom.us/j/84958022051. The meeting can be joined by phone at 602-333-0032 or 1-888-270-9936 and using the conference code 482992.

DeKalb County Warming Centers to Open on Sunday, Jan. 7

Fri, Jan 5, 2024 - 11:00 AM

Due to forecasted cold weather, DeKalb County will open five warming centers for residents on Sun., Jan. 7 , starting at 8 p.m. to use. Anyone staying in the warming centers must follow the county’s COVID-19 protocols that include wearing a mask, social distancing and undergoing a temperature check.

DeKalb County Warming Centers to Remain Open on Jan. 3, 4 and 5

Tue, Jan 2, 2024 - 10:04 AM

Due to forecasted cold weather, DeKalb County will open five warming centers for residents on Wed.-Fri., Jan. 3-5 , starting at 8 p.m. each night to use. Anyone staying in the warming centers must follow the county’s COVID-19 protocols that include wearing a mask, social distancing and undergoing a temperature check.

CEO Thurmond Approves $1,500 Retention Bonus for Employees

Fri, Dec 22, 2023 - 3:58 PM

DeKalb County CEO Michael Thurmond approved a $1,500 retention bonus for the county’s 6,000 employees in time for the holidays. “Our employees are DeKalb County’s most valuable asset,” CEO Thurmond said. “Their commitment, dedication and hard work during some of the toughest times in DeKalb’s history have been invaluable.”