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Cityhood = local representation
To the editor: As we move forward and ponder the vote to form a new city of Brookhaven, it is imperative that we understand more localized government. Choosing cityhood ensures…
Citizens of ‘Brookhaven’ must prepare priorities
To the editor: The city of Brookhaven has passed a critical junction in its formation effort. Although not yet a legal city charter, citizens should now begin the important work…
Welcome to Brookhaven… um, Ashford… um, Cross Keys?
To the editor: You do not live in Atlanta, not Ashford, not Nancy Creek, not Silver Lake, not even Historic Brookhaven. Nope – none of the above. I agree with…
A better procedure is needed when creating new cities
The 10-county metro Atlanta region is undergoing a process of municipalization. Since 2005, the cities of Sandy Springs, Johns Creek, Milton, Chattahoochee Hills, Dunwoody and Peachtree Corners have all incorporated…
Future looks bright for diverse community of Lynwood Park
By Karen Shockley As we celebrate Black History Month, it’s only fitting that we take a look at Brookhaven’s historically black community. The Lynwood Park neighborhood covers streets off of…
Dallas on Transportation: Walking, cycling or driving, transportation matters to us all
Editor’s note: Transportation issues always prove to be hot topics in metro Atlanta. With a special purpose local option sales tax for regional transportation projects on the ballot this summer…
Everyone ‘dances with a star’ at this daddy-daughter event
It looked like an old-fashioned high-school prom. Entwined strings of big red and pink balloons arched above the entrance. Red paper hearts decorated windows. A DJ blasted dance music from…
A valentine for Brookhaven, my community
By Donna Hall In 1987, I settled into Brookhaven, purchasing my first home. I later bought another. Today finds me 11 years and counting into my third Brookhaven home. For…
City of Brookhaven: Letters to the Editor
Dunwoody police ‘model,’ budget, should not be replicated To the editor: After hearing so much about how the proposed city of Brookhaven’s police department will be wonderful simply because it…
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City will provide consistent services, millage rate
To the editor: Re: The letter from Katie Oehler in the Feb. 24-March 8, 2012, edition of the Brookhaven Reporter. As I read her letter, I was looking forward to…
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