Author: Steve Rugamba
On April 21, 2025, the Atlanta City Council adopted three key ordinances to activate local revenue sources supporting “The Stitch,” an ambitious project to create an estimated 14-acre park with walking trails, outdoor performance spaces, public art, playgrounds, and more. This elevated park will span the I-75/85 Downtown Connector between Ted Turner Drive and Piedmont Avenue, physically linking downtown with midtown, Old Fourth Ward, English Avenue, and Vine City neighborhoods. District 2 Atlanta Council member Amir Farokhi explained the significance of the legislation: “This SSD is similar to the Beltline SSD, which was passed three to four years ago, to…
District 4 Council member Jason Dozier, joined by Mayor Andre Dickens, recently honored the cultural and economic impact of The Mall West End with a special commemorative celebration. The event recognized the mall’s pivotal role as a community anchor and celebrated the legacy businesses that have shaped the West End experience for generations. “As we prepare to turn the page to a new chapter, we pause to honor the role that The Mall West End has played in shaping our community story. We honor the memories made here, the businesses that grew here, and the culture that was celebrated here,”…
ATL311 proudly recognizes employees Shadé Stokes-Campbell, Sheena Weaver, and Charmain Lawson for their outstanding service and community engagement during Lakewood Church of Hope’s 12-Year Anniversary Celebration held on April 12th, 2025. As Community Ambassadors for ATL311, these dedicated team members volunteered their time to represent the City of Atlanta Department of Customer Service at this important event. The celebration united numerous organizations committed to addressing diverse community needs in the Lakewood area. ATL311’s presence was especially impactful thanks to the dynamic and approachable efforts of Shadé Stokes-Campbell, Community Affairs Coordinator who oversees the ATL311 Ambassador Program, along with Call Center…