Rough Draft Atlanta
A divided DeKalb school board votes interim superintendent as the sole finalist
The DeKalb County Board of Education voted 4-3 to name interim superintendent Dr. Norman C. Sauce III as the sole finalist for the district's permanent leadership position.
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4mMARTA launches new Breeze fare payment system on March 28
MARTA transitions to its new Breeze payment system starting March 28. Riders can use new tap-to-pay options or upgraded cards during the five-week transition period ending May 2.
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5mSandy Springs mayor shares updates on Atlanta water negotiations
During his State of the City address, Sandy Springs Mayor Rusty Paul addressed the urgent need to upgrade the city's aging water system through upcoming mediations with Atlanta and teased plans for the next phase of the City Springs downtown district.
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3mAtlanta LGBTQ+ History Project returns after hiatus, hires new positions
The Atlanta LGBTQ+ History Project is returning after a hiatus following receipt of grant funding, with plans to produce a new season of its podcast and expand its staff through several upcoming job openings.
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3mMayor Dickens to propose new framework for Atlanta's public safety cameras
Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens is set to introduce legislation on Sept. 22 to establish a permanent citywide framework for the accountable use of public safety cameras and license plate readers.
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4mTucker City Council approves ban on transient pet sales and Henderson Park plan
The Tucker City Council approved an ordinance prohibiting transient animal sales, adopted the Henderson Park Master Plan, joined the Trees Atlanta Front Yard Tree Program, and authorized several infrastructure and maintenance contracts during its September 14 meeting.