City of Dunwoody, Georgia

We’re hiring! The City of Dunwoody is accepting applications for a Human Resources Generalist position. This position assists the Human Resources Department in the performance of a variety of Human Resources functions, including Human Resources Information System (HRIS) management, leave administration, benefits administration, workers’ compensation, recruiting, compensation administration, wellness program administration, and related Human Resources functions. This is a hybrid position with great benefits and a supportive work environment. Learn more and apply: https://lnkd.in/eEvAbJGG

Mayor Lynn Deutsch met with the Youth City Council at Dunwoody High School this morning. She talked about elections, budgets, development, and how to participate in local government. The students were engaged and asked great questions about her role and priorities.

Welcome to Dunwoody, Agave Bandido! Co-owner & COO Matt Faul and team were joined by City of Dunwoody leaders and staff, along with representatives of Discover Dunwoody, the Perimeter Chamber, and Perimeter ATL, to celebrate the official grand opening with a ribbon-cutting. With a vibrant atmosphere and bold flavors, Agave Bandido offers a fresh take on Mexican cuisine, featuring a range of authentic dishes and signature cocktails. Plus, there's a hidden SpeakTiki inside. Located at 120 High Street, Suite 200, Agave Bandido is part of the first phase of High Street, which includes a mix of retail, dining, and entertainment options. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/g_xukqpa

Welcome Fernanda Kirchner! Soon to be a familiar face among #Dunwoody business circles, Fernanda has joined the City of Dunwoody as its new Business Retention and Cultural Development Manager. Fernanda holds a Bachelor’s degree in International Business and Spanish from the University of Georgia and an MBA in Management from the Georgia Institute of Technology. Most recently a Senior Project Manager with the Georgia Department of Economic Development, her background also includes work with GoToFoods (formerly Focus Brands) and Newell Brands. Be on the lookout and welcome Fernanda!

The City of Dunwoody invites volunteers to participate in the #GreatDunwoodyCleanup on Saturday, November 2. This community-wide event is designed to make it easy for individuals, families, neighbors, teams, schools, and civic groups to keep streams and storm drains clean by removing trash and debris from public areas. “This is our fourth year for the event, and we’re excited to see it grow,” said Dunwoody Stormwater Engineer Cody Dallas. “This volunteer event is accessible and flexible. It allows everyone to do their part to keep trash and debris from polluting our waterways.” Individual participants and groups are encouraged to do the following: 1) Choose a spot to clean in Dunwoody. It can be a street, stream, neighborhood common area, or wooded area. 2) Fill out an online form to share plans with Dunwoody’s stormwater team. 3) Post photos on Nov. 2 using the hashtag #GreatDunwoodyCleanup. Email the photos to [email protected]. The Dunwoody Nature Center is also participating by leading a cleanup project on Nov. 2. As additional group volunteer opportunities arise, details will be posted here: https://lnkd.in/dT5Y9KVt. This is a rain-or-shine event that will last from sunrise to sundown. Community service verification is available upon request.

Dunwoody's first Leading Pedestrian Interval (LPI) has been activated at Ashford Dunwoody Road and Valley View Road. The signal timing adjustment gives pedestrians crossing Ashford Dunwoody a 3-second head start before vehicles get a green light. This makes pedestrians more visible to drivers with a very minimal impact on the amount of time that drivers wait for green. Leading pedestrian intervals are a proven safety countermeasure. They've been proven to reduce conflicts between people walking and people driving.

Welcome to Dunwoody, Dr. Maria Benefield Dentistry! Dr. Benefield and team were joined by City of Dunwoody leaders and staff, along with representatives of the Perimeter Chamber, to celebrate the official grand opening of their new office with a ribbon-cutting. Dr. Benefield's practice offers comprehensive dental care tailored to meet the unique needs of each patient, with a focus on preventive care, restorative treatments, and cosmetic dentistry. The new office is located at 47 Perimeter Center East, Suite 160. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eC8Mhbmx

As part of the new Dunwoody Road Safety Action Plan, we’re planning a pilot project focused on pedestrian and driver safety on Nandina Lane. Since 2017, a total of 51 crashes have been recorded at the intersection of Nandina and Mt. Vernon Road. Nine of those involved injuries, including a serious injury. Starting the week of Oct. 14, we’ll close the northbound direction on Nandina Lane between Mt. Vernon Road and the first driveway on Nandina Lane. The rest of Nandina will remain open to two-way traffic. Future work includes potentially realigning the intersection. This project is consistent with the Dunwoody Village Master Plan. Goals include consistent driver compliance with stopping at the stop sign and yielding to pedestrians in the crosswalk.

Congratulations to Dunwoody Parks & Recreation on being recognized by the Georgia Recreation and Parks Association (GRPA) as District 6 Agency of the Year! The honor was announced on Monday. This is the fourth year in a row for the award, which salutes excellence and leadership in providing quality recreation programs, parks, and facilities that enhance the quality of life in communities. In 2024, Dunwoody Parks and Recreation added several new programs at park facilities, including girls’ softball, adult soccer, Kilometer Kids, goat Pilates, and mediation. The department also hosted Special Olympics activities at Brook Run Park and Georgetown Park. In addition, the department expanded the Groovin’ on the Green Concert series and the StoryWalk program, in partnership with Friends of the Dunwoody Library. Park improvements included shade structures at the Brook Run Baseball Fields, plus new floors and a mirrored wall in the dance studio at Stage Door Theatre. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4gRJbmn

We surprised Communications Manager Kathy Florence with the Dunwoody GOAT award! This honor celebrates City of Dunwoody employees who consistently go above and beyond to earn the title “Greatest Of All Time.” Kathy is an exceptional graphic designer and creative writer with a strong work ethic, can-do attitude, and long-standing community connections. Congratulations, Kathy!