Public Agenda - Castleberry Hill meets Monday

Next meeting Mon., Aug. 21

Castleberry Hill’s residents meet on the third Monday of every month to discuss public safety, business development and neighborhood relations. Past meeting minutes have included restaurant liquor license approval, neighborhood cleanup plans and ways to welcome new members to the community. The area is a downtown Atlanta historic district just south of the CNN Center. It is the eighth neighborhood in Atlanta to have earned the title of Landmark District, and the area contains Atlanta’s largest concentration of historic railroad building remnants. The general meetings of the Castleberry Hill Neighborhood Association are open to all residents. The next one is Mon., Aug. 21.

6:30 p.m. The Granite Room, 211 Peters St. 404-307-8127. www.castleberryhill.org.

· ATLANTA CITY COUNCIL Atlanta City Council discusses regular business, city planning and other issues affecting Atlanta and the metro area. The next meeting is Mon., Aug. 21. Third Monday of every month, 1 p.m. Council Chambers at Atlanta City Hall, 68 Mitchell St. 404-330-6030 www.atlantaga.gov.

· ATLANTA URBAN DESIGN The Urban Design Commission protects historic districts, buildings, landmarks and other culturally significant areas. The public is encouraged to attend the group’s meetings and voice their opinions. The next meeting is Wed., Aug. 23. Second and fourth Wednesdays of every month, 4 p.m. Council Chambers at Atlanta City Hall, 68 Mitchell St. 404-330-6200. www.atlantaga.gov.

· BROOKHAVEN HOMEOWNERS AND NEIGHBORHOOD BUSINESS ALLIANCE The public is welcome to attend. Please RSVP by e-mailing kevin_hughleybhna@yahoo.com. Meeting venues and speakers vary monthly. The next meeting is Thurs., Aug. 17. Third Thursday of every month, 7-9 p.m. Dekalb Path Academy, 3007 Hermance Drive. 678-754-4594.

· BUCKHEAD BUSINESS ASSOCIATION The BBA meets to discuss the economic and cultural vitality of Buckhead. Come join the group in this weekly tradition Thurs., Aug. 17. Cost for non-members: $15. Thursdays, 7:30-9 a.m. Anthony’s Restaurant, 3109 Piedmont Road. 404-467-7607. www.buckheadbusiness.org.

· CITIZEN ADVISORY COUNCIL Sen. Curt Thompson holds monthly meetings for people in District 5, the I-85 Corridor (and one of the most diverse districts in the state), to discuss issues, events and concerns of the community. Breakfast is free to all who attend the next meeting on Sat., Aug. 19. Dates of meetings may vary slightly, so for more information, visit www.becauseyourvoicecounts.com. Third Saturday of every month, 11 a.m. Patacon Pisa’o Colombian Restaurant, 4930 Jimmy Carter Blvd., Norcross. 404-463-1318.

· COLLEGE PARK CITY COUNCIL Residents are encouraged to attend council meetings. Issues not on the agenda may be addressed at the beginning of the meeting, Mon., Aug. 21. First and third Mondays of every month, 7:30 p.m. City Hall in College Park, 3667 Main St. 404-669-3754. www.collegeparkga.com.

· DECATUR CITY COMMISSION The commission meets twice a month to discuss local government and address community concerns. At each meeting, time is left open for comments and questions. The next meeting is Mon., Aug. 21. First and third Mondays of every month, 7:30 p.m. Temporary City Hall, 233 E. Trinity Place, Decatur. 404-371-8386. www.decaturga.com.

· DEKALB COMMISSIONERS Come in person or watch the live broadcast on Channel 23, which is replayed throughout the week. Minutes available at www.co.dekalb.ga.us. Next meeting is Tues., Aug. 22. Second and fourth Tuesdays of every month, 9 a.m. Maloof Auditorium, 1300 Commerce Drive, Decatur. 404-371-2886.

· DRINKING LIBERALLY The local chapter of this national organization, which aims to promote democracy “one pint at a time,” encourages Democrats to discuss politics, current events and whatever else comes up after a few drinks. The next of these weekly meetings is Thurs., Aug. 17. Thursdays, 8 p.m. Thinking Man Tavern, 537 W. Howard Ave., Decatur. 404-370-1717. www.drinkingliberally.org.

· EAST POINT CITY COUNCIL Local government, community endeavors and city planning are discussed regularly. The next meeting is scheduled for Mon., Aug. 21. First and third Mondays of every month, 6:30 p.m. East Point City Hall, 2777 East Point St., East Point. 404-765-1000. www.eastpointcity.org.

· FAIRNESS FOR PRISONERS’ FAMILIES This organization is aimed at people with loved ones in Georgia prisons, who need advice and support dealing with the Georgia Department of Corrections. A current focus is Project Open Book, concerned with making prison records available to potential parolees and their families and supporters. Improving prison conditions is also a continual goal. The next meeting is scheduled for Mon., Aug. 21. Third Monday of every month, 6:30 p.m. St. John’s Lutheran Church, 1410 Ponce de Leon Ave. 404-681-5576.

· GFD PROGRESSIVE COMMUNITY NIGHT This is an opportunity to discuss progressive issues and activities, as well as to socialize with like-minded politically interested people from the metro Atlanta area. The event, which is set for Mon., Aug. 21, is free and open to the public. org. Third Monday of every month, 7-8:30 p.m. Park Tavern, 500 10th St. 404-249-0001. www.georgiafordemocracy.

· LAKE CLAIRE NEIGHBORS The Lake Claire Neighbors organize cleanups, raise funds for neighborhood refurbishments and give the community a voice. Visit the group’s website to check out their ongoing mural project, as well as other activities and info. Residents and guests are welcome to attend. The next meeting is scheduled for Thurs., Aug. 17. Third Thursday of every month, 7 p.m. Frazer Center, 1815 Ponce de Leon Ave. 404-377-3836. www.lakeclaire.org.

· WOMEN IN THE HALLS During the state legislative session, Planned Parenthood and the Georgia ACLU are educating women to become lobbyists and voices for women’s issues. Each Tuesday at 9 a.m., those interested meet at the Central Presbyterian Church community room. The next meeting is scheduled for Tues., Aug. 22. 201 Washington St. 404-688-9305. www.womeninthehalls.org.

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