Public Hearing: YES ☐ NO ☒ Department: Board of Commissioners - District 2
SUBJECT:
Title
Commission District(s): All Commission Districts
Appointment of Roseanne Blakeney to the DeKalb County Women’s Commission
Body
Information Contact: Commissioner Michelle Long Spears
Phone Number: 404-371-2863
PURPOSE:
Record the appointment of Roseanne Blakeney to the DeKalb County Women’s Commission as the City of Doraville appointee.
NEED/IMPACT:
The DeKalb County Women’s Commission is important because it ensures that the diverse voices, experiences, and needs of women and girls are formally represented in county decision-making. The Commission serves as an advisory body to county leadership on critical issues such as healthcare disparities, wage inequity, safety, economic opportunity, and quality of life, making representative appointments essential to informed and equitable policy recommendations. By design, the Commission brings together members from various appointing authorities and encourages diversity across race, age, socioeconomic status, and professional sectors, strengthening its ability to identify systemic challenges and propose inclusive solutions. A dedicated representative from District 2 helps ensure accountability, community connection, and sustained advocacy for gender equity as a core component of DeKalb County’s long-term prosperity and resilience.
FISCAL IMPACT:
None
RECOMMENDATION:
Recommended Action
To record the appointment of Roseanne Blakeney to the DeKalb County Women’s Commission as the City of Doraville appointee.