July 2, 2020 Newsletter

District 5 Family, Friends, and Neighbors:

It is my sincere hope and prayer that you and your family are doing well during this difficult time. We continue to pray for all of the families that have been impacted by COVID – 19.

During this uncharted time that we are currently experiencing, please know that the District 5 team remains accessible and ready to assist you with any concerns that you may have. You can visit us on the web at  www.commissionermeredajohnson.com  or you may call us at 404- 371 – 2159.

As always, please share this message with your friends and family. Thank you for allowing me to serve as your District 5 Commissioner!

Yours in service,

Commissioner Mereda Davis Johnson

On Monday, June 22, 2020, Commissioner Mereda Davis Johnson hosted a “Candid Conversation about Police and Community Relations” in DeKalb County.

The panelist who participated are:

Commissioner Mereda Davis Johnson is proud to announce the next steps in the construction of the East DeKalb Senior Center (Bruce Street).

A contractor has been selected and the planning of a “virtual groundbreaking” is now taking place.

Construction is expected to being soon. More details will be shared in the coming weeks.

DeKalb County Television (DCTV), Channel 23, the county’s government access station, announces receiving several prestigious awards for programming and production excellence.

Under the direction of Diamond Miller Lewis, DCTV received two Silver awards in the information and news categories and one Bronze award in the government relations category in the 41st Telly Awards. READ MORE

No change in collection service

In observance of Independence Day on Friday, July 3 , the DeKalb County Sanitation Division’s administrative and residential field collection operations will be closed. READ MORE

Large holiday crowds at Stone Mountain Park concern officials

DeKalb County will activate the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) warning system to alert residents and visitors to the “imminent threat” posed by the increasing number of COVID-19 infections in the county and state. READ MORE

It’s quick and easy. The 2020 Census questionnaire will take about 10 minutes to complete.It’s safe, secure, and confidential. Your information and privacy are protected.Your response helps to direct billions of dollars in federal funds to local communities for schools, roads, and other public services. READ MORE

County surpasses federal and state standards

DeKalb County Department of Watershed Management (DWM) has released the 2020 Drinking Water Quality Report, also referred to as a Consumer Confidence Report (CCR). DWM continues to surpass all federal and state drinking water quality standards, providing DeKalb County customers with high-quality drinking water.  READ MORE