The Legacy Park master planning process wasn’t just an exercise in visioning. It was also a means by which the Decatur community voiced and prioritized its values. Those values — like sustainability, recreation, and preservation — are now embedded in our long-term goals for the property.
Among them is housing affordability. Please join us Saturday, April 13, from 9am-Noon as we drill down on exactly how, within the context of Legacy Park, we might serve that need most effectively...
Decatur Diary | March 19, 2019
Construction Begins in April on Commerce Drive Cycle Track
The Decatur City Commission has awarded a contract for construction of the Commerce Drive Cycle Track to Lewallen Construction Company. Work is expected to begin in April and may last up to a year...
Decatur Diary | January 25, 2019
Residents Discuss Stormwater Regulations and Options
As if to reinforce the point, heavy storms again rolled through Wednesday evening as an enthusiastic group of Decatur neighbors gathered at the Rec Center to discuss stormwater regulations.
Their collective input, in a nutshell: Give us options and clarity...
Their collective input, in a nutshell: Give us options and clarity...
Decatur Diary | January 22, 2019
Reminder: Stormwater Regulations Meeting Tomorrow Night
The Decatur community is reminded to join city staff and the project consultant team 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...
Decatur Diary | January 10, 2019
January 23 Stormwater Meeting Offers Deep Dive on Regulations (and Possibilities)
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...
Find everything at the Decatur Recreation Center, 231 Sycamore Street...
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...