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Hey, Brookhaven / Chamblee! This week: the city pulled the plug on the Windsor Parkway multi-use path after neighbors pushed back, while developers keep piling on: over 600 new apartments are now planned between Brookhaven and Chamblee. Add in Potbelly's Georgia debut, a $233.8 million water plant overhaul at the county level, and a jam-packed Labor Day weekend of concerts at nearby Chastain, and there's a lot to catch up on.

- News — Brookhaven kills the Windsor Parkway bike path amid resident objections, even as 660+ new apartments get greenlit across Ashford Green and downtown Chamblee.
- Business — Sandwich chain Potbelly picks Chamblee for its first-ever Georgia store, with the debut coming this week.
- Events — From Hamilton at the Fox to a Yolanda Adams-headlined Chastain show and a Chalk Walk on Broad Street, Labor Day weekend is stacked.
- Government — Chamblee's DDA moves the City Center bond forward, DeKalb schools approve a $1.34M stadium electrical fix, and county commissioners eye a $233.8M water plant rebuild.
- Construction — Big-dollar office buildouts stack up along Peachtree and Chamblee Dunwoody, while crews push signal upgrades on Peachtree Industrial and repave SR 13.

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NEWS

Brookhaven removes planned multi-use path after community pushback
Following significant input and concerns from local residents, the City of Brookhaven has decided to drop the proposed multi-use path along Windsor Parkway. City officials confirmed the decision to halt the project in response to neighborhood feedback regarding property impacts and traffic safety.

Leadership DeKalb unveils executives, educators and elected officials in class of 2027
Leadership DeKalb has announced its class of 2027, bringing together a competitive cohort of local executives, educators, and public officials. The program aims to strengthen civic leadership and community initiatives across DeKalb County.

Chamblee City Center to bring 340 apartments, 30,000 square feet of retail to DeKalb County suburb
Vantage Realty Partners and Greystar are moving forward with plans for the Chamblee City Center project in downtown Chamblee. The mixed-use development will add roughly 340 residential units alongside 30,000 square feet of commercial and retail space, marking a significant expansion for the city center.

In Brookhaven, more than 300 'high-quality' apartments announced
Woodfield Development has announced plans to construct a 320-unit multifamily community across five acres at 4170 Ashford Dunwoody Road NE. The project, recently approved for rezoning by Brookhaven City Council, will integrate residential living and dining options into the existing Ashford Green office district.

Brookhaven to install almost 200 new bike racks
The City of Brookhaven is rolling out 192 new bike racks over the coming months across municipal sites, including Lynwood Park, City Centre, and the public safety building. Designed to accommodate standard, cargo, and e-bikes, the initiative aims to enhance cycling connectivity throughout the community.

Art Comes Alive at Chamblee's Annual Chalk Walk & Artist Market
The 5th annual Chamblee Chalk Walk & Artist Market is scheduled for Saturday, September 12, along Broad Street in Downtown Chamblee. The community event will showcase local artists transforming downtown sidewalks with chalk art, alongside vendor booths, live music, and family-friendly activities.

BUSINESS

Potbelly to Make Georgia Debut With New Chamblee Location — The national sandwich chain is opening its first Georgia location in Chamblee on September 1, marking its debut in the state.

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Monday, August 31
- Babbling Babies Storytime | Doraville Branch Library
- Circus Vazquez | Plaza Fiesta

Tuesday, September 1
- Spooky Scavenger Hunt | Brookhaven Branch Library
- Quilt Block Workshop | Brookhaven Branch Library
- Tech Help for Beginners | Chamblee Branch
- Conversation in English! | Chamblee Branch

Wednesday, September 2
- Hamilton | Fox Theatre Atlanta

Thursday, September 3
- LEGO Day at Chamblee | Chamblee Branch
- Networking Over Lunch at Pure Taqueria: Sept 3 | PURE Taqueria
- Bones for Life | Chamblee Branch
- Mindfulness for Everyday Life | Chamblee Branch

Friday, September 4
- V-103's 50th Anniversary Gospel Extravaganza featuring Yolanda Adams | Chastain Park
- Preschool Storytime | Doraville Branch Library
- Immersive Sound Experience at Spruill Studios | Spruill Studios
- Murder Mystery @ Petit Violette | 2948 Clairmont Rd

Saturday, September 5
- The Weather Report | Factory Atlanta
- Blues Traveler | Chastain Park
- Museums on Us® Free Admission to GA Cultural Attractions Labor Day Weekend | Atlanta History Center
- Walking Social Field Day 09/05 | Brookhaven Park
- FREE Puppy Hour at Central Bark Brookhaven | Central Bark Brookhaven
- SOLE & SILK | Labor Day Weekend at Josephine | Josephine Lounge

Sunday, September 6
- V-103's 50th Anniversary Concert feat. Raphael Saadiq and Ari Lennox | Chastain Park

GOVERNMENT

Note: our information comes from posted meetings documents (agendas and minutes when available) — latest source document hyperlinked to each meeting.

Past Week Roundup

City of Chamblee
The Downtown Development Authority took up a bond assignment resolution tied to financing for the Chamblee City Center project (the mixed-use development covered in today's news section), a move that gets the district's biggest downtown build closer to breaking ground. Board members also reviewed 2026 event plans for DDA-owned downtown properties, which shapes weekend road closures and foot traffic near Broad Street, and went over July financials for the downtown development district. Minutes for that meeting aren't published yet, so the final vote outcomes aren't confirmed. The Discover Chamblee Advisory Committee and Public Arts Commission also met this week, though no detailed records were available to summarize their discussions.

DeKalb County School District
The Board of Education approved a $1.34 million contract with Capital City Electrical Services to overhaul electrical systems at athletic stadiums and school gymnasiums across the district, a fix that affects sports and event facilities students and families use regularly. Board members also reviewed the financial status of E-SPLOST VI projects and looked at long-term financing tools, including future bonds and Certificates of Participation, to fund upcoming construction. A separate Policy Committee meeting covered draft policies on law enforcement interrogations of students, AI use in classrooms, student assignment rules, and literacy program goals, but no votes were recorded and the committee pushed final action to its September 24 meeting. The district also explored a partnership with the Trust for Public Land to expand green space at school campuses.

DeKalb County Board of Commissioners
Commissioners took up a massive $233.8 million contract to rebuild the Scott Candler Water Treatment Plant, an investment meant to shore up drinking water reliability countywide for years to come. The agenda also included a resolution requiring an independent health and environmental study before the county can lift its data center moratorium, plus a crackdown on car "drifting," unauthorized camping, and excessive noise through updated ordinances. Two big pedestrian projects were on the table too: a $4.1 million contract to extend the Michelle Obama Trail and a $3.2 million design contract to add 2.1 miles of sidewalks along Flat Shoals Parkway. Commissioners also considered a ban on retail pet store sales of dogs, cats, and rabbits, a rebate program for electric lawn equipment, and grant applications to fund lake and dam repairs at several county parks. Since only the agenda was available, none of these outcomes are confirmed yet.

Notable Neighborhood Mentions

Downtown Development Authority Regular
- 3518 Broad Street (Chamblee City Hall) — The authority is scheduled to review an Issuer’s Resolution concerning bond assignments for the Chamblee City Center development at this site.

Brookhaven City Council
- 4170 Ashford Dunwoody Road — City Council approved a rezoning and Special Land Use Permit to allow a multi-family residential development of four or more households.
- Peachtree Creek Greenway — City Council approved a development agreement allowing Brookhaven to accept Tax Allocation District grant funds for the Peachtree Creek Greenway Connector Bridge project.
- Windsor Parkway — City Council voted to officially remove the planned Windsor Parkway Multi-Use Path project from city master planning documents.

Meetings This Week
- DeKalb County Planning Commission | Sep-01, 6:00 PM | key topics: townhomes on Old Briarcliff Road, Memorial Drive residential rezoning, Champions Runs subdivision expansion, Embry Hills placemaking strategy
- City of Brookhaven — Planning Commission Work Session | Sep-02, 5:30 PM | key topics: workforce housing and household living regulations, nonconforming structures and uses code updates
- City of Brookhaven — Planning Commission Regular | Sep-02, 7:00 PM | key topics: public hearings on workforce housing standards, nonconforming structure and use code revisions

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Permits
- 3715 Longview Dr — $150K renovation permit closed out for a commercial building near Century Pkwy. Crews are converting the space for assembly use, so expect exterior work and possible noise as they finish up.
- 2800 Century Pkwy Ste 250 — $239,581 interior alteration wrapped up on an office/warehouse suite. This is a big-dollar buildout, signaling a business is moving into or expanding within that complex.
- 3731 Chamblee Dunwoody Rd Ste 202 — $230,000 build-out completed for a second-floor office suite in a multi-tenant building. Another sign of steady office demand along that corridor.
- 3103 Clairmont Rd — Permit closed for a tenant build-out in a vacant suite, including some demolition and new partitions for offices and group rooms. Watch for a new business opening here soon.
- 2050 Chamblee Tucker Rd — Renovation permit closed for an existing facility, expanding and reconfiguring office space and enlarging the reception area. Looks like a company is investing in more room to grow.
- 3630 Peachtree Rd NE — Plumbing and HVAC permits issued for a 15th-floor renovation. If you're in this high-rise, expect some overhead noise and possible elevator disruptions during the work.
- 3715 Peachtree Rd NE — Interior alteration ready to issue for a townhouse unit, covering new flooring, kitchen cabinets, carpet, and fixtures. A routine refresh, nothing that should affect the surrounding area.

Road Work

Under Construction
- ATMS/System Optimization, Peachtree Industrial Blvd (DeKalb County) — Crews are installing signal upgrades along Peachtree Industrial Blvd from Peachtree Road to New Peachtree Road.
- SR 13 Resurfacing, Fulton County Line to Chamblee Tucker Road (DeKalb County) — GDOT's District Maintenance Office is repaving this stretch of SR 13 to fix its low pavement rating.
- Ashford Dunwoody Road Eastbound Ramp at I-285 (DeKalb County) — Crews are adding a third lane to the eastbound ramp connecting Ashford Dunwoody Road to I-285 northbound to ease congestion at the interchange.
- PATH400 Trail Extension, Windsor Pkwy to North of Baroque Circle, Phase II (Fulton County) — This is the middle segment of the PATH400 Trail Extension, building out the bike and pedestrian path north from previously completed sections. The project sits in Fulton County, just outside DeKalb.

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