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City of Stone Mountain Welcome, Y’All! Dedication & Service

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nown as The Village by its residents, The City of he City of Decatur is committed to ensuring that people of all races, “ he moral test of government is how that government treats those who
Stone Mountain is artistic, diverse, walkable and religions, nationalities, genders, sexual preferences, and incomes are are in the dawn of life, the children; those who are in the twilight of
K historic. The Village is home to a creative arts T welcome here and are encouraged to participate in the community. In a T life, the elderly; and those who are in the shadows of life, the sick, the
scene complete with performance and gallery spaces. 2018 National Citizen Survey, an overwhelming majority of survey respondents needy and the handicapped.” -Hubert Humphrey
There are multiple restaurants with choices ranging gave high marks to Decatur for its community engagement, earning the City the
from farm to table to BBQ, burgers, pizza and authentic Voice of the People Award for Excellence in Community Engagement at the 103rd I firmly uphold the creed in the Clerk of Superior Court seal, “dedication and
Philly Cheesesteaks, and German fare. Walking along service to the community.” One of my most rewarding life experiences has
the street, one will find quaint shopping with one-of-a-kind, handmade items. annual ICMA conference. been to serve the citizens of DeKalb County. Thank you for the privilege of
Other recent accolades for Decatur: serving you and for the rewarding life public office has allowed me to lead.
Day-to-day life in The Village will find residents walking their dogs into the local pet store, • 2018 Live, Work, Play City ~ Georgia Municipal Association While my primary job function as Clerk is to be the keeper of records, I have
meeting for a cup of coffee or libations in local watering holes or tea and coffee houses, • Top Literary Destination ~ Expedia.com fostered an entire office to be community partners and I have encouraged
or attending a Stone Mountain Historical Society event. • 2018 All-America City ~ National Civic League civil expression of social justice. My greatest thanks to my staff for
• Georgia’s #1 Best Suburb ~ Niche.com respectfully exemplifying public service in the office and in the community.
Amidst all The Village offers, locals and visitors will find themselves feeling welcomed! • Top Suburb for People Who Love Food ~ Thrillist.com Also, I owe the satisfaction of life and service to the love of my family. I hope
I have advanced DeKalb regardless of class, as we all share citizenship as
residents of this fine county.

I am honored to be included in the 2019 DeKalb Chamber 80th Anniversary
Guide and it is my great hope that the Chamber and our county will continue
to thrive for many years to come.

– Clerk of Superior Court, DeKalb County, Georgia

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