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File #: 2025-1047    Version: 1 Name:
Type: Resolution Status: Preliminary Item
File created: 7/11/2025 In control: Board of Commissioners
On agenda: 8/12/2025 Final action:
Title: Commission District(s): District 7 An Item to Allocate an Amount Not to Exceed $5,000.00 of the District 7 Reserve for Appropriation funds, contributed towards Derwin Brown Day for education, career awareness, and civic pride.

Public Hearing: YES ? NO ? Department: Board of Commissioners - District 7

SUBJECT:
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Commission District(s): District 7
An Item to Allocate an Amount Not to Exceed $5,000.00 of the District 7 Reserve for Appropriation funds, contributed towards Derwin Brown Day for education, career awareness, and civic pride.

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Information Contact: Commissioner LaDena Bolton
Phone Number: 404-371-2204

PURPOSE:
The Purpose of This Agenda Item is to Allocate an Amount Not to Exceed $5,000.00 of the District 7 Reserve for Appropriation funds, contributed towards Derwin Brown Day for education, career awareness, and civic pride.

NEED/IMPACT:
Similar to DeKalb County's annual tribute to its fallen heroes, celebratory programming serves as a profound acknowledgment of the enduring legacy of our public safety champions, whose commitment to justice continues to inspire the community. Through events such as wreath-laying ceremonies, live music, family-friendly gatherings, and civic engagement opportunities, the county not only commemorates their sacrifice but also strengthens its dedication to transparency, reform, and unity. Occasions like Derwin Brown Day foster opportunities for education, career awareness, and civic pride. They deepen public understanding of local history and offer space for healing and meaningful dialogue around public safety and leadership. These celebrations reaffirm that the core values of integrity, accountability, and service remain essential to DeKalb County's future.

FISCAL IMPACT:
An Amount Not to exceed $5,000.00 of the District 7 Reserve for Appropriation, contributed towards Derwin Brown Day for education, career awareness, and civic pride.

RECOMMENDATION:
Recommended Action
To approve the allocation of an amount not to exceed $5,000 of District 7 Reserve for Appropriation, contributed towards Derwin Brown Day for education, career awareness, and civic pride and a...

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