DEKALB COUNTY – Commissioner Ted Terry (D-Super District 6) proudly announces a successful collaboration with DeKalb County Planning and Sustainability through a joint event on Saturday, Nov. 9th that included over 200 attendees who enjoyed a day of fun while discussing sustainability, urban planning and the county’s growing commitment to environmental resilience.  Since its launch in 2023, the DeKalb Green New Deal has successfully mobilized a movement of over 700

Urges targeted relief to protect seniors, residents with disabilities and underserved communities  DEKALB COUNTY – The following is a statement from Commissioner Ted Terry in response to yesterday’s Board of Commissioners meeting, where the water and sewer rate increase was discussed: “The Watershed Management Department oversees over 5,000 miles of water and wastewater pipes, a vital service that protects public health and supports environmental sustainability. However, years of underfunding have

DEKALB COUNTY – Commissioner Ted Terry (D-Super District 6) is proud to announce the collaboration with DeKalb County Planning and Sustainability to host a community focused event on Nov. 9, 2024. The event, “World Planning Day featuring the DeKalb Green New Deal Festival,” invites residents to enjoy a day of fun while discussing sustainability, urban planning, and the county’s growing commitment to environmental resilience.  This collaboration also includes partnerships with 20

DEKALB COUNTY – Marking a pivotal moment in the fight for environmental justice, Commissioner Ted Terry’s (D-Super District 6) resolution to protect the South River Forest and address decades of environmental neglect in southeast Atlanta and southwest DeKalb County was approved by the Board of Commissioners last week.  This resolution adopts the recommendations of the Atlanta Regional Commission’s (ARC) “Explore South River Forest” report and sets in motion a collaborative effort with the City of

JULY 2, 2024 DEKALB COUNTY– This past weekend, Commissioner Ted Terry (D-District 6) alongside faith leaders gathered with community members to discuss the intersectionality of civil rights and environmental justice, underscoring the imperative to protect fundamental human rights like access to clean water and a safe environment for all residents regardless of race or socio-economic status.  DeKalb County residents have a long history of fighting against environmental injustices and this year

From the Saporta Report by Mark Lannaman Published: April 26, 2024 3:37 pm Last week, Commissioner Ted Terry (DeKalb District 6) introduced a resolution to create a resident-led environmental justice commission that would enable citizens to more directly influence environmental policy in their communities. The reason behind the introduced legislation and an increased focus on environmental justice is a simple matter of due diligence, Commissioner Terry said. “DeKalb County residents have