Chakira's Corner: DeKalb County District 4 Updates
A podcast where DeKalb County, Georgia, District 4's Commissioner Chakira Johnson discusses Board of Commissioners meeting outcomes and community news with District 4's Communications Specialist, Carrie.
Episodes
In this episode of Chakira’s Corner, Commissioner Chakira Johnson talks with DeKalb County’s Director of Planning & Sustainability, Juliana Njoku, about how zoning, permitting, housing, and economic development all work together to shape DeKalb’s future. Juliana shares her path into public service and what makes DeKalb’s mix of communities, land, and cultures so distinct.
They also break down how Planning & Sustainability se...
Commissioner Chakira Johnson welcomes DeKalb County Interim Police Chief Gregory Padrick for an in‑depth conversation about the future of public safety, technology, and community partnership in DeKalb County.
Chief Padrick discusses his 28‑year career, from U.S. Marine service to every rank within the department, and how that experience guides his leadership today. Together, he and Commissioner Johnson explore how the new Real Time ...
In this episode of Chakira’s Corner, Commissioner Chakira Johnson welcomes DeKalb County CEO Lorraine Cochran-Johnson for a wide-ranging conversation on housing, public safety, infrastructure, water billing, and inclusion. They discuss the Park 500 rapid-housing acquisition, why general fund dollars matter for wraparound services, and how DeKalb’s new Chief Housing Officer is steering a broader strategy across affordable, workforce...
In this episode of Chakira’s Corner, Commissioner Chakira Johnson shares key updates on the Stone Mountain Trail Master Plan and how community feedback is shaping future improvements in walkability, connectivity, and public art along the trail. She also highlights efforts to expand transitional housing and services for DeKalb’s unhoused residents, explaining how county and district funds are being directed to provide wraparound sup...
In this episode of Chakira’s Corner, Commissioner Chakira Johnson shares critical updates on funding proposals to support sidewalk construction along Mountain View Drive and other key infrastructure initiatives in District 4. She discusses mid-year budget requests, including $500,000 toward the SPLOST project, and how these investments aim to improve pedestrian safety and long-term mobility in the area. Commissioner Johnson also ex...
Chakira’s Corner. A podcast where DeKalb County, Georgia, District 4’s Commissioner Chakira Johnson discusses Board of Commissioners meeting outcomes and community news with District 4’s Communications Specialist, Carrie.In this episode of Chakira’s Corner, Commissioner Johnson shares updates on the proposed millage rate, a delayed water rate increase, and ongoing infrastructure improvements like sidewalk installations, new lightin...
A podcast where DeKalb County, Georgia, District 4's Commissioner Chakira Johnson discusses Board of Commissioners meeting outcomes and community news with District 4's Communications Specialist, Carrie. In this episode of Chakira’s Corner, Commissioner Johnson covers key topics from the May Board of Commissioners meetings, including updates on the tentative millage rate, proposed zoning adjustments to allow for smaller hom...
In this episode of Chakira’s Corner, Commissioner Johnson recaps key updates from the April Board of Commissioners meetings, including a major $75 million sewer infrastructure contract, community development grants, and the SPLOST II Resident Review Committee. She also shares news on the VFW Park improvements in Stone Mountain, summer youth programs, and resources for Older Americans Month.Stay connected with Commissioner Johnson: ...
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