🌱DeKalb's New Superintendent Devon Horton + State Foster Care Credit

Hi there, neighbors! I'm back with your new copy of the Decatur-Avondale Estates Patch newsletter, fresh off the presses. Keep reading for the most important things happening these days in town, including updates on...

• The DeKalb School Board approving a contract for its new Superintendent Devon Horton.
• The State’s Qualified Foster Care Donation Credit.
• Andrea Arnold announcing renovations for the county's 32 parking spaces.

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Here are the top stories today in Decatur-Avondale Estates:

1. The DeKalb School Board has approved a contract for its new Superintendent Devon Horton. The meeting for the contract took place on May 17. Horton will be paid a salary of $325,000. His contract will expire in two years, with the opportunity to renew for an additional year. Superintendent Horton's contract will begin on July 1. (Decaturish.com)
2. The State’s Qualified Foster Care Donation Credit has now made available a tax credit program for teens transitioning from the foster care system. This credit sets aside millions of dollars that will assist these teens during their transitions. The funds which will come from Georgia taxpayers will help in the prevention of homelessness and poverty that the teens may otherwise suffer from, according to the president and CEO Well Root Family services. The tax credit will match dollar-for-dollar from donors. The range in donations may vary from up to $2,500 a year to $5,000 a year, depending upon the household or business. Other factors may play a role as well. (Yahoo News)
3. Plans to rejuvenate North DeKalb Mall into a mixed-use development space are underway. The new development will be called Lulah Hills. The space was acquired back in 2021 by Eden. It was rezoned last year, allowing for the changes to be made. Once completed there will be lots of retail stores, rental property, and a 150-room hotel. (Shopping Center Business)
4. Renovations at the intersection of Commerce Drive and West Trinity Place in Decatur will soon take place. The DeKalb County parking deck is at this location. Voting was deferred during the county's meeting that took place on May 9. The issue has been placed on the agenda for May 23 during the Board of Commissioners scheduled meeting. (Patch)
5. Decatur City Manager Andrea Arnold announced renovations for the county's 32 parking spaces will start on June 1. Her announcement was made at the Decatur City Commission meeting on May 15. The renovations may take more than a year to complete. During her report, Arnold mentioned there are 13 spaces to be renovated on East Trinty and 19 to be renovated along Commerce. (Decaturish.com)

Today in Decatur-Avondale Estates:

• English as a Second Language (ESL) - DeKalb County Public Library (10:15 AM)
• LEGO Constructors — DeKalb County Public Library (11:00 AM)
• Computer Basics: The Internet in Everyday Life (11:00 AM)
• Is Starting a Nonprofit Right for You? (2:00 PM)
• Webinar — StartSmart DeKalb (8-class series) (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Alright all who love dogs out there, Doggie Harmony Rescue has another furry friend who goes by the name Noah. Noah has spent 24 hours in a home but is looking for his forever home. Noah has been trained and gets along perfectly with other dogs. He is quiet and just waiting to become part of your family. If you're interested in finding out more, you may click the link: doggieharmony.org/forms. (Doggie Harmony Rescue via Facebook)
• Leaders from Interfaith Power & Light state gathered in Washington, D.C. last week. The meeting was in order to promote networking and shared collaboration. On the last day, there was a conference and the group discussed ways to better protect the climate. (Georgia Interfaith Power & Light via Facebook)
• The 2nd Grade Eagles will have their Moving Forth Ceremony on Tuesday, May 23 in the Glennwood auditorium at 8:30 a.m. Following the ceremony will be a picnic at Glenlake Park, from 10 a.m-1 p.m. (Glennwood PTA via Facebook)

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