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MARCH 2021 • VOL. 13 — NO. 3
Brookhaven Reporter COMMENTARY
Lessons learned as pandemic anniversary arrives
SUMMER CAMPS P25 through 28 1
EVENTS YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS IN MARCH P7
City unveils pedestrian bridge design for North Druid Hills
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FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Inside an authentic Cuban sandwich shop P8
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Hear DIY songs named for local towns
BY SAMMIE PURCELL
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A conceptual drawing of the North Druid Hills Road pedestrian bridge from a street-level view.
“It’s almost like a cookie-cutter response,” Brown said. “It drives me nuts.” The 21 acres of Brookhaven Park are partly owned by both the city of Brookhaven and DeKalb County. The city owns the western portion, located at 4518 Peachtree Road. The county owns the eastern part, located at 2660 Osborne Road.
Brookhaven residents may see a new pedestrian bridge over North Druid Hills Road near the intersection with Tullie Drive. The City Council approved a conceptual design for the bridge, which includes bus stations, at a Feb. 9 meeting. The concept for the bridge was presented to the council at a Jan. 29 work session as a way to improve pedestrian safety and traffic flow and integrate with other proposed transportation improvements and developments in the area. In the conceptual designs, ends of the bridge fall on properties the city does not own. Director of Economic Development Shirlynn Brownell said the city has not yet selected an official design and construction firm yet, but she has reached out to property owners who would be affected by the con-
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As officials fight over park land, residents ask who fills the potholes
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BY SAMMIE PURCELL
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“We understand your concern and appreciate your patience as we work towards resolving this issue.” Brookhaven resident Carey Brown is no stranger to responses like this. Over the past year, he has sent numerous emails to DeKalb County regarding the lack of upkeep on the county-owned portion of Brookhaven Park.
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