Once in a Generation Opportunity
Almost 80 years ago, DeKalb County, Georgia proposed a million-dollar bond to build a new water plant in modern day Dunwoody. That investment was considered risky back in the day, but quickly increased in value to six million dollars and was credited with bringing over $75 million in industrial development to north DeKalb; a phenomenal […]
Commissioner Patrick Visits Snapfinger AWTF Water Plant Expansion
Last year, my team and I had the opportunity to tour several of DeKalb County’s water plants. During these tours, not only did we learn how the water systems operate in DeKalb County, but also learned of the various planned upgrades and improvements to increase capacity.
CEO Michael Thurmond Appoints Commissioner Robert Patrick to Decide DeKalb Board of Directors
Earlier this year, DeKalb County CEO Michael Thurmond appointed Commissioner Patrick to the county economic development authority, Decide DeKalb. CEO Thurmond stated, “I am honored to appoint Commissioner Robert Patrick to the Decide DeKalb board, his local government experience, knowledge of economic development and commitment to public service will benefit all of the county.” As […]
Commissioner Patrick Tours Fleet Management
Director Robert Gordon provided a comprehensive overview of the county’s nearly 3,000 vehicles that are under his management. The county has been aggressively reducing its carbon footprint by using natural gas vehicles. To date, we have 378 natural gas vehicles. For the first time in the department’s history, their natural gas consumption (1.3 million gallons) […]
District 1 Submits HUD Proposal for McElroy Sidewalk Feasibility Study
As a Dekalb County maintained road, Commissioner Patrick has requested a feasibility study to install a more coordinated sidewalk network on McElroy Road. This highly residential road is utilized by pedestrians for mobility to gain access to and from the Buford Highway commercial district, transit, local jobs, as well as access to local recreation and […]
Commissioner Patrick Holds Covid-19 Spanish Townhall
DECATUR, Ga.–Residents in DeKalb County continue to experience a rise in COVID-19 cases. In District 1, there are underserved communities that need resources and information that allows them to make informed decisions for themselves and their families. Commissioner Robert Patrick (District 1) has partnered with Kaiser Permanente to provide a virtual Town hall question-and-answer session […]
Rashad Richey Show
Commissioner Patrick’s interview with Rashad Richey on March 18, 2021
Commissioner Patrick Launches Small Business Listening Session Series to Gauge the Ongoing Impact of Covid-19
DECATUR, GA—On February 26th, restaurant operators, economic development officials, and business association representatives convened to discuss the ongoing impact the coronavirus pandemic continues to have on the restaurant industry. The Small Business Listening Session Series, hosted by Commissioner Robert Patrick, is designed to allow the small business community to weigh-in on the challenges of operating […]