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Commissioner Terry Introduces Resolution That Allocates Tax Revenue Generated by Data Centers to Support Direct Resident Equity and Environmental Restoration

The resolution establishes a “DeKalb for the People AI Tech Dividend Fund,” the mechanism in which tax revenues can be captured and dedicated towards qualifying expenditures. *media interviews available* DEKALB COUNTY – On January 6, 2026, Commissioner Terry introduced a resolution to “Establish aDeKalb For The People AI Tech Dividend Fund and Fiscal Stability Policy” which if approved will allocate 50% of ad valorem tax revenue generated specifically by High-Technology Data
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Opinion: Campaign slogans promising ‘all-or-nothing’ property tax relief are reckless

We can protect Georgia’s older residents without gutting public services for our communities. Let’s choose a targeted policy. Re: “Stop using Georgia seniors as a piggy bank. Give them property tax relief.,” by state Rep. David Clark, R-Buford. Rep. Clark and I agree on a fundamental truth: No Georgian who has spent a lifetime building a community should be forced out of it by a tax bill. The anxiety of rising
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DeKalb County Board of Commissioners Passes Resolution to Establish the Environmental Justice and Sustainability Resident Review Group

Recognizing the importance of equitable protection for the environment and residential health while giving community members a seat at the table to further environmental justice in DeKalb County. *media interviews available* DEKALB COUNTY – On December 16, 2025, The DeKalb County Board of Commissioners passed a resolution establishing an Environmental Justice and Sustainability Resident Review Group. The stated mission of the advisory group is to provide professional and resident advice to
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A Shakespeare Happening Series Returns to Avondale Estates with the Bard Appearing in Real Life

Event Highlights Each performance includes: • Live music at 2 p.m.• Interactive children’s programming at 2:30 p.m.• Headline performance at 4 p.m.• Audience Q&A following the performance Admission is free and open to the public, rain or shine. Chairs and picnics are welcome. Event Details Avondale Estates Town Green | 64 N Avondale Rd, Avondale Estates, GA 30002March 21, April 18 and May 232 p.m. to 5 p.m.Free and open to
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Resilient DeKalb Launches a New Chapter for Environmental Justice in DeKalb County!

On Saturday, March 14, DeKalb County residents joined the Super District 6 team at the Gresham Park Recreation Center for the introduction of Resilient DeKalb, a renewed effort by Commissioner Ted Terry to strengthen environmental justice and civic engagement across DeKalb County. Resilient DeKalb builds on the foundation of the DeKalb Green New Deal while reshaping the focus to emphasize community resilience, transparency, and stronger collaboration between residents and county leadership. Why
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