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Leaders celebrate new boardwalk
Dunwoody, GA – Nov. 6, 2025 – Dunwoody leaders will gather to celebrate the new boardwalk and wetlands restoration at the Dunwoody Nature Center at 11 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 10. The upgrades make it easier for visitors of all ages and abilities to explore and enjoy the natural surroundings. “This project has been a long time in the making, so it is incredibly rewarding to see it come to life,” said Dunwoody Nature Center Executive Director Nancy Longacre. “We are thrilled to invite the public to walk the
Dunwoody okays balanced 2026 budget, capital wish list
DUNWOODY, Ga. — The Dunwoody City Council approved the 2026 budget after final public hearing and discussion Oct. 27, balancing its operational spending plan and funding a capital wish list. Elected officials voted unanimously to approve a $7.3 million amendment before passing the budget, allocating reserve funds to capital projects within the Parks and Recreation, Police and Public Works departments. None of the projects are guaranteed to happen, but allocating funds is the first step in
Dunwoody honors Veterans
The City of Dunwoody will commemorate Veterans Day with a special ceremony and the dedication of the city’s new Veterans Memorial at Brook Run Park. The event will take place on Tuesday, November 11, at 10 a.m., at 4770 N. Peachtree Road. All are welcome to attend. “Our Veterans Day Ceremony is an important tradition, and this year will be extra special,” said Dunwoody Mayor Lynn Deutsch. “The new Veterans Memorial is a beautiful tribute to the courageous men and women who made great sacrifices to defend
Great Dunwoody Cleanup is Nov. 1
Dunwoody, GA – October 15, 2025 – The City of Dunwoody invites individuals, families, neighbors, teams, schools, and civic groups to take part in the #GreatDunwoodyCleanup on Saturday, November 1. This citywide effort makes it simple and flexible to protect local streams and storm drains by removing litter and debris from public spaces.“The Great Dunwoody Cleanup keeps gaining momentum because it’s easy for anyone to jump in,” said Dunwoody Stormwater Manager Cody Dallas. “When volunteers clear trash before
Dunwoody sets a reserve-funded plan for capital projects
DUNWOODY, Ga. — It looks likely that the Dunwoody High School girls volleyball team will get the sand court its been asking for since last fall as a part of the city’s $5 million planned buildout of Homecoming Park. The Dunwoody City Council workshopped the 2026 budget during an Oct. 6 meeting, setting up an amendment later this year to use excess reserves to fund a number of capital projects. During the discussion, elected officials came to a consensus, focusing on allocating funds
Parks & Rec earns statewide recognition
Dunwoody, GA – October 2, 2025 – Dunwoody Parks and Recreation has once again been recognized among the best in Georgia. The Georgia Recreation and Parks Association (GRPA) named the department District 6 Agency of the Year during its annual awards banquet on Wednesday. This marks the fifth consecutive year that Dunwoody has earned the honor, which celebrates excellence and leadership in delivering high-quality parks, facilities, and programs that enrich community life. “Each year, our team strives to
Dunwoody leaders exhale as proposed budget predicts sound financials
DUNWOODY, Ga. — Dunwoody city leaders were set to discuss the city’s proposed 2026 budget Sept. 29, and all signs point to a more stable spending plan without dipping into reserves. The proposed budget calls for overall spending of $70.5 million, representing a decrease of 0.15 percent from the current year. While the overall budget for 2026 remains essentially flat, the city’s general fund is ticking up by about $1 million, or 2.71 percent, to $38 million. The general fund pays for
