DECISIONS
RIGHT NOW.
Our DeKalb GA is a community-led platform helping residents understand what’s happening, why it matters, and how to take action before decisions are finalized.
Land Use &
New Rules.
DeKalb County is considering new rules and approvals that would allow large data centers and other high-impact developments across the county.
These decisions affect land use, water, power infrastructure, and nearby neighborhoods for decades. Many of them move forward quietly unless residents speak up early.
See the current issue →Why this matters to residents
Hard to Reverse
Large infrastructure decisions are difficult to reverse once approved.
Limited Resources
Public resources like land, water, and power are limited.
Reshaping Neighborhoods
Zoning changes can permanently reshape neighborhoods.
Silence is Risk
Community input is often minimal unless residents engage early.
About Our DeKalb GA
Our DeKalb GA is a community-centered initiative focused on transparency, education, and civic participation. We help residents understand local decisions and engage before outcomes are locked in.
TAKE ACTION
YOUR VOICE MATTERS
Your voice matters — do one thing in minutes.
Pick one action below or all three and do it today. Each one moves the needle.
Send a Public Comment
Public comments go into the official record. Commissioners read them before votes.
How to do it
- Open your email
- Copy the Subject Line below
- Paste the message below
- Send to the DeKalb County Clerk
To: Clerk of the Board
Clerk_Off@dekalbcountyga.gov
Subject
Public Comment — Data Center Zoning Decision
Message
I am a DeKalb County resident writing to express concern about large data center development and related zoning changes. These facilities use significant amounts of land, water, and power, often with minimal community benefit. I ask that the County Commission require strong protections for residential neighborhoods and meaningful public involvement before approving any data center ordinance or permits. Thank you.
Email Your Commissioners
Commissioners vote — hearing from you directly matters.
How to do it
- Copy the email list below
- Copy the Subject Line below
- Paste the message below
- Send to the commissioners
Recipients
rjpatrick@dekalbcountyga.gov, District2@dekalbcountyga.gov, larryjohnson@dekalbcountyga.gov, cjjohnson2@dekalbcountyga.gov, district5@dekalbcountyga.gov, ted.terry@dekalbcountyga.gov, labolton@dekalbcountyga.gov
Subject
Please Protect DeKalb Residents Before Zoning Decisions
Message
Hello, My name is __ and I live in DeKalb County. I am asking you to prioritize resident voices and protections regarding large data center development and related zoning decisions. These decisions affect land use, water, power infrastructure, and our neighborhoods long-term. Please require transparency, strong zoning protections, and meaningful public involvement before moving forward. Thank you.
Attend or Speak at the Meeting
Commissioners notice when residents show up.
How to attend
- Show up before the meeting starts
- Sign up early to speak
- Keep your remarks calm and on point
Key Dates
Speaking Tip
“Hi, I’m ___ and I live in DeKalb County. I’m asking for transparency, strong protections, and resident-centered consideration before any zoning decision.”
Why This Works
- Early resident input changes how decisions are framed
- Written comments go into official records
- Commissioners track email volume by neighborhood
- Public presence influences framing before votes
All Contacts In One Place
Copy these emails into a single message for maximum impact.
Need Help?
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