Those who live or work in Decatur are invited to join us, Wednesday, January 23, from 6 to 8pm as we continue our deep dive on city stormwater issues, specifically those associated with existing and potential regulations.
Find everything at the Decatur Recreation Center, 231 Sycamore Street...
Decatur Diary | January 10, 2019
January 23 Stormwater Meeting Offers Deep Dive on Regulations (and Possibilities)
Decatur Diary | December 14, 2018
Leaving a Legacy: Adopted UMCH Master Plan Now Available
Almost two years to the day from when city leaders first authorized negotiations towards purchase of the 77 acre United Methodist Children’s Home property, a community-driven master plan for the site — adopted unanimously by the City Commission at their December 3, 2018 meeting — is now in place...
Decatur Diary | December 13, 2018
Housing Summit Efforts Continue with Commission Work Session
Maintaining the momentum of November’s Housing Summit, planning department intern Andre’ Westbrook will address the City Commission in an open-to-the-public work session on Monday, December 17, at 6:15pm to present on what occurred over the course of the day-long event, highlight some of the presenters’ topics, and share the recommendations that surfaced from table activities...
Decatur Diary | October 22, 2018
Stormwater Walking Tour Explores Real World Scenarios in Oakhurst
A small, conversational group of interested residents turned out last Thursday, October 18 from 8-10am, for a walk around Oakhurst. Their mission? Exploring stormwater issues...
Decatur Diary | October 12, 2018
Stormwater Walking Tour to Provide Closer Look at Challenges and Opportunities
Join representatives of the city and its Stormwater Master Plan consultant team Thursday, October 18 from 8-10am for a walking tour of the Oakhurst neighborhood. Participants will explore stormwater situations faced by residents, discuss successes, and envision potential strategies and solutions for the future...
Decatur Diary | October 3, 2018
City of Decatur to Host Housing Summit: Everyone’s invited
The City of Decatur invites the community to contribute to a conversation on inclusive and affordable housing, Saturday, November 10, 2018 from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. in the Manuel J. Maloof Auditorium, 1300 Commerce Drive, Decatur.
The day-long Summit will help attendees establish a shared understanding of Decatur’s housing context, define the often subjective term affordability as it relates to Decatur, explore viable approaches and strategies, and conclude with ways for all participants to be a part of local solutions...
The day-long Summit will help attendees establish a shared understanding of Decatur’s housing context, define the often subjective term affordability as it relates to Decatur, explore viable approaches and strategies, and conclude with ways for all participants to be a part of local solutions...
Decatur Diary | October 2, 2018
Capacity Crowd Talks Stormwater: Join the conversation now
As if on cue, an epic downpour welcomed participants to last week’s kick-off meeting for Decatur’s forthcoming Stormwater Master Plan, as nearly a hundred people turned out to discuss stormwater management, help identify problem areas throughout the city, and chart pathways to long-term solutions...
Decatur Diary | September 27, 2018
Draft Plan Presented for Former UMCH Property, Input Welcome
Decatur’s vision for the former United Methodist Children’s Home property took another step forward this month when a comprehensive draft of the plan was presented to the City Commission in a public work session. That draft, and its accompanying presentation, are now available for public review and comment...
Decatur Diary | August 29, 2018
When the Rain Comes: Stormwater Planning Kicks Off in September
Join us September 26 from 6-8pm at the Decatur Recreation Center (231 Sycamore Street) as we kick off a year-long update to our 2004 Stormwater Master Plan.
For most, stormwater's a topic considered only in times of crisis, obscuring just how important effective stormwater management can be — from the comfort and safety of our own personal property to the performance and livability of our public spaces...
For most, stormwater's a topic considered only in times of crisis, obscuring just how important effective stormwater management can be — from the comfort and safety of our own personal property to the performance and livability of our public spaces...
Decatur Diary | August 8, 2018
Updated Community Transportation Plan Adopted
Decatur’s 2018 Community Transportation Plan Update was unanimously adopted by the City Commission at its August 6th meeting, capping a 10 month process of public meetings, online surveys, and a wikimap allowing for geo-specific input. Roughly 1,250 residents participated along the way, providing 4,000 ideas and comments for consideration...