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.

DeKalb County to Hold Virtual Parks Citizens Advisory Board Meeting Sept. 28

Thu, Sep 16, 2021 - 3:37 PM

The DeKalb County Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Affairs will hold a virtual Parks Citizen Advisory Board Committee meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 28, at 6 p.m. The meeting to discuss current park improvements and recreation projects will be conducted via Zoom at https://dekalbcountyga.zoom.us/j/84833828859.

DeKalb County Ethics Board to Meet Sept. 23, 2021

Thu, Sep 16, 2021 - 3:34 PM

The DeKalb County Board of Ethics will conduct a board meeting on Thursday, Sept. 23, 2021, at 6 p.m. The meeting will be held via Zoom at https://dekalbcountyga.zoom.us/j/88137432677. Join by phone at 602-333-0032 or 888-270-9936 and use conference code 171493.

DeKalb County Seeks Public Input on Hazard Mitigation Plan

Thu, Sep 16, 2021 - 3:30 PM

The DeKalb Emergency Management Agency (DEMA) is in the process of updating the county’s Hazard Mitigation Plan (HMP) and will conduct a virtual kickoff meeting for leaders and residents on Wednesday, Oct. 6, 2021, from 1 to 2 p.m. to discuss the updates.

DeKalb Seeks Volunteers for Virtual Tutoring Program

Tue, Sep 14, 2021 - 10:44 AM

The DeKalb County Human Services Department is recruiting volunteers to participate in their tutoring program designed to help DeKalb students improve their reading skills. Informational Sessions will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 21, 2021, at 10 a.m. and Wednesday, Sept. 22, 2021, at 7 p.m. via Zoom to provide more information to the public about the program.

DeKalb Commissioner to Hold Tenant & Landlord Eviction Relief Virtual Town Hall

Tue, Sep 14, 2021 - 10:42 AM

DeKalb County District 5 Commissioner Mereda Davis Johnson will host a "Tenant & Landlord Eviction Relief" virtual town hall on Thursday, Sept.16, 2021, at 6:30 p.m. Participants include DeKalb County CEO Michael Thurmond, Congressman Hank Johnson, DeKalb County Chief Operating Officer Zachary Williams, and DeKalb County Clerk of State and Magistrate Courts Javoyne Hicks.