Public Hearing: YES ☐ NO ☒ Department: Board of Commissioners - District 7
SUBJECT:
Title
Commission District(s): District 7
To adopt an ordinance to establish a community‑driven process that allows residents to select five miles of roadway to be designated for repaving as the “People’s Choice” selection.
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Information Contact: Commissioner LaDena Bolton
Phone Number: 404.371.2899
PURPOSE:
The purpose of this ordinance is to establish a community‑driven process that allows residents to select five miles of roadway to be designated for repaving as the “People’s Choice” selection.
NEED/IMPACT:
Establishing a community-driven process that allows residents to select five miles of roadway for repaving as the “People’s Choice” selection is an important step in strengthening transparency, trust, and responsiveness in DeKalb County’s infrastructure planning. This approach empowers residents to directly influence improvements in the areas they use every day, ensuring that repaving priorities reflect real community needs rather than solely administrative assessments. By incorporating public input, the County can better identify overlooked problem areas, address long-standing concerns, and distribute resources more equitably across neighborhoods. This initiative ultimately enhances roadway safety, improves quality of life, and reinforces DeKalb County’s commitment to collaborative, resident-centered governance.
FISCAL IMPACT:
None
RECOMMENDATION:
Recommended Action
Adopt the ordinance to establish a community‑driven process that allows residents to select five miles of roadway to be designated for repaving as the “People’s Choice” selection and authorize the Chief Executive Officer to execute all necessary documents...