City of Dunwoody, Georgia

Welcome to Dunwoody, Adapture! President Brian Kirsch and team were joined by City of Dunwoody leaders and staff, along with representatives of the Perimeter Chamber, to celebrate the official grand opening with a ribbon-cutting. Adapture's move to High Street aligns with the company's mantra to think forward. The cutting-edge technology company specializes in adaptive solutions for businesses, providing innovative software and hardware products designed to enhance operational efficiency and scalability. Adapture is located at 211 Perimeter Center Parkways, Suite 140, at High Street. Learn more: https://adapture.com/

We surprised Accounting Manager Dawn White with our first Dunwoody GOAT award! This is a new way of recognizing City of Dunwoody employees who go above and beyond to demonstrate they’re the Greatest Of All Time. Dawn’s knowledge base is broad and deep, and she is a true team player who is genuinely happy to help others. Congratulations, Dawn!

The City of Dunwoody, Dunwoody Development Authority, Discover Dunwoody, Perimeter Chamber, and Perimeter ATL are collaborating on a seminar series exploring growth options for Dunwoody's Perimeter area. The Edge City 2.0 Study, completed in 2023, serves as the strategic blueprint for the series titled “Edge City 2.0: Shaping Tomorrow's Perimeter.” The series will delve into critical aspects of growth and development, including economic vibrancy, housing options, transportation enhancements, greenspace initiatives, and community activities. Each session will feature presentations and panel discussions. providing participants with valuable insights and opportunities for collaboration. Session One: Emerging Suburban Development Patterns - Thursday, August 22, 2024, 8:30 to 10:00 a.m. Featuring renowned Georgia Tech Urbanist Ellen Dunham Jones, this session will explore the latest trends and innovations in suburban development and compare the Perimeter Market to similar districts across the country. Learn more and register here: https://bit.ly/4cTYqJk

Help the Dunwoody Police Department help our local schools! DPD is collecting school supplies for teachers, staff, and students for the upcoming school year. You can find the list of needed supplies here: https://lnkd.in/efsTEpyB. Once you’re ready, you can drop off supplies at Dunwoody Police Headquarters, 4800 Ashford Dunwoody Road. We’re looking to add more Dunwoody schools in the coming days. Thank you!

Welcome to Dunwoody, Velvet Taco! GM Luke Tieslau and team were joined by City of Dunwoody leaders and staff, along with representatives of the Perimeter Chamber, Discover Dunwoody, and Perimeter ATL, to celebrate the official grand opening with a ribbon-cutting. Velvet Taco features more than 20 one-of-a-kind, made-from-scratch tacos served in a unique and funky fast-casual setting. Enjoy margaritas on one of two patios, and treat yourself to a piece of signature red velvet cake. Velvet Taco is located at 100 Middle Street. This location is part of the first phase of High Street, which includes a mix of retail, dining, and entertainment options. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/g7r7WU5

Dunwoody Councilmember Tom Lambert was sworn in as a member of the Georgia Municipal Association (GMA) Board of Directors for the 2024-2025 term. Lambert holds a seat as the newly-elected District Three President – East. This year’s Board of Directors was elected and installed during GMA’s Annual Convention in Savannah, which was held June 20 – 25. Lambert is the first from Dunwoody to serve on the GMA Board of Directors. The 63-member board consists of active city officials, primarily mayors and council members, from across the state. GMA’s Board of Directors provides general oversight and guidance to the 536-member organization, adopts governance policies, and advocates for cities’ legislative interests at the state and federal levels. “I am honored and grateful for this opportunity to both represent and advocate for the interests of Dunwoody and all other cities within the district and across the state,” Lambert said. “Decisions made at both the state and federal level can have a tremendous impact on our city. I am proud and excited to provide leadership and a voice on the issues of greatest importance to Dunwoody and other cities throughout Georgia.” In addition, Dunwoody City Council Member Joe Seconder received the Harold F. Holtz Municipal Training Institute Certificate of Recognition during the GMA Annual Convention. The Harold F. Holtz Municipal Training Institute, a cooperative effort of GMA and the University of Georgia’s Carl Vinson Institute of Government, provides a nationally recognized series of training opportunities for city officials. To receive a Certificate of Recognition, a city official must complete 42 hours of training, including at least 18 hours from the required list and the Newly Elected Officials Institute. The training gives leaders a chance to connect and learn from one another. "I am grateful for the opportunity to take part in professional development courses for local elected officials in Georgia since they provide the opportunity to further my commitment to continuous learning to better serve our community,” Seconder explained. “During these courses, I learn best practices for municipal government and network with fellow local elected officials statewide, which helps me address the needs of the citizens of Dunwoody more effectively." More: https://bit.ly/3WfPbgE

Dunwoody Mayor Lynn Deutsch joined Georgia Governor Brian Kemp, First Lady Marty Kemp, and Transportation Insight CEO Ken Beyer and team to cut the ribbon on the company’s new headquarters at Campus 244, which faces I-285. The former Gold Kist headquarters has been redeveloped and expanded to create 380,000 square feet of modern office space, featuring timber construction. There are amenities galore inside, and the views are impressive. Beon is the parent company of Transportation Insight and NTG. 

The City of Dunwoody has partnered with the ACCESS Georgia Foundation (Access) to increase support and access to resources for small businesses and entrepreneurs. The partnership aligns with the Foundation and City’s goal to build a thriving environment for entrepreneurship and innovation while addressing the needs of small businesses and entrepreneurs in Dunwoody, the surrounding Perimeter area, and the Greater Metro Atlanta region. “Coming out of COVID, the City of Dunwoody developed an Entrepreneurship and Innovation Strategy to adapt to the changing needs of our workforce and office market,” said Dunwoody Mayor Lynn Deutsch. “This partnership will provide tangible results through mentorships, investments, and real connections.” More: https://bit.ly/3RIJZzk

Connect with Dunwoody City Council Member Tom Lambert in a casual setting on Thursday, June 27, at Ark Coffeehaus, 4448 Tilly Mill Rd. Drop by between 9 and 11 a.m. to buy a coffee, have a seat, and share your questions and ideas. Lambert is Dunwoody's Mayor Pro Tem and Council Member for Post 3.

GIANT pipes are needed for stormwater upgrades that are underway now as part of Phase 2 of the Dunwoody High School Path project. This is part of the reason why a small section of Vermack Road just north of Womack Road is closed to traffic through July 15. Alternative access is available via Chamblee Dunwoody Road.