MAYOR
Deana Holiday Ingraham
WARD A
Sharon Shropshire, At-Large
Lance Robertson
WARD B
Karen Rene, At-Large
WARD C
T. Starr Cummings, At-Large
Myron Cook
WARD D
Joshua Butler, At-Large
Stephanie Gordon
CITY MANAGER
Deron King
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Congresswoman Nikema Williams Secures $1.6 Million in Funding for Water Main Upgrades in East Point |
On July 21, Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) announced eight of her community project funding requests passed in the House of Representatives as part of H.R. 8294, a package of six government funding bills for the fiscal year 2023. The remainder of Congresswoman Williams’ community project funding requests are expected to be included in another package of government funding bills.
“I will never waver in my commitment to invest in the people of Georgia’s Fifth Congressional District," said Congresswoman Nikema Williams. "Passing these eight Community Project Funding Requests is a critical step toward securing resources for our communities. The 15 projects I submitted will serve people in every part of Georgia’s Fifth Congressional District and create a community where no one gets left behind. I look forward to passing the remainder of my community project funding requests and putting these resources to work for the people of the district.”
One of the eight requests that passed in the House of Representatives includes the $1.6 million water main upgrades on Winburn Drive for the City of East Point. The East Point Water Main Upgrade will replace deteriorated infrastructure. The goal of this project is to provide clean drinking water with less disruptions to water services for the residents of East Point. Specifically, by upgrading pipes, this proposal will increase the capacity of water mains, increase water pressure, and allow proper circulation of water during the treatment process. This is a top priority and a good use of taxpayer dollars because this upgrade is critical infrastructure that will help provide drinking water to the City of East Point, its residents, and several surrounding cities.
“We are truly grateful for Congresswoman Williams’ continued people-focused leadership and unyielding commitment to helping us address our water infrastructure needs,” said Mayor Deana Holiday Ingraham. “She worked tirelessly to secure funding that will help ensure that the City continues to provide reliable clean drinking water to the residents of East Point and the Tri-Cities area. The Community Project Funding will be used for water main upgrades on Winburn Drive and continued regulatory compliance which will decrease disruptions in the City’s water service and will help increase the water pressure and water capacity for firefighting activities.”
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East Point City Health Dashboard Released |
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The City of East Point is one of 29 cities selected in the Put Us on the Map Challenge to join the City Health Dashboard! The Dashboard is a freely accessible, online resource to help cities leverage the power of data to improve the health and well-being for everyone in their community. We will now have access to city- and neighborhood-level data for our city on 26 measures of health and the factors that shape health, like preventable diseases and housing costs. This data will help us understand where gaps in opportunity exist and target actions to create a healthier, more equitable City of East Point. Learn more and explore our city’s data at www.cityhealthdashboard.com
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Volunteers Needed for Lead and Copper Water Survey |
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City of East Point Selected by National Fitness Campaign to Curate Jean-Michel Basquiat Outdoor Fitness Court Collection |
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On July 20, Mayor Deana Holiday Ingraham, in partnership with National Fitness Campaign (NFC), announced that the City of East Point, Georgia has been selected as one of only ten cities nationwide to curate a one-of-a-kind Jean-Michel Basquiat outdoor Fitness Court® as part of the 2022 National Fitness Campaign.
This unique initiative is designed to activate iconic public spaces by uniting the inspiration of world-class art and life-changing benefits of access to healthy infrastructure and will be the first of its kind in the southern United States. Mitch Menaged, Founder of NFC commented, “National Fitness Campaign is proud to welcome the City of East Point to the campaign as a leader in America.” East Point Mayor Deana Holiday Ingraham described the partnership as, “an amazing opportunity to reimagine our public spaces through art and promote healthy living simultaneously.”
The Jean-Michel Basquiat Fitness Court initiative was born in 2021 as part of NFC’s Arts and Culture Series, which supports the NFC Grant Fund nationwide. This unique program features the artwork of the world-renown Jean-Michel Basquiat, one of the most influential modern artists in American history, with a functional outdoor gym, the Fitness Court. The partnership was made possible by Artestar, a global licensing agency and creative consultancy representing high-profile artists, photographers, designers and creatives.
NFC delivers a comprehensive community fitness and wellness ecosystem built around the highly acclaimed digital Fitness Court®, a free, seven-station, outdoor functional training center built in public spaces. This award-winning initiative is now welcoming its 500th city across America in 2022, following the first campaign in the 1980s with Wells Fargo bank that reached thousands of locations. Our goal over the next decade is to build a Fitness Court within a 10-minute bike ride of every American. Each Fitness Court® drives healthy habits to people across America, building community outdoors, and connecting people in the name of wellness.
The City Council adopted the initiative at the April 4, 2022, Council Meeting. Implementation will include the City of East Point inviting leading healthcare organizations, corporations, and local partners to join the campaign and present this program to the community. Organizations interested in participating and being featured nationwide with the City of East Point as part of the Jean-Michel Basquiat Fitness Court program are encouraged to contact Christopher Swain, East Point Public Art Coordinator at [email protected].
To learn more about the National Fitness Campaign or the Basquiat Fitness Court initiative, visit nationalfitnesscampaign.com.
Photo: Rendering of the Jean-Michel Basquiat Outdoor Fitness Court for the proposed location at the John D. Milner Athletic Complex
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Download Neighbors by Ring App for Public Safety Alerts |
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Use the step by step guide below to download the Neighbors by Ring app. Receive public safety alerts from the East Point Police Department and East Point Fire Department. You can also upload and share crime in real-time and other information with your neighbors. The Neighbors app is available for download on both Google Play and the App Store. |
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East Point Fire Welcomes 8 New Recruits |
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On July 21, the East Point Fire Department hosted their Recruit School Graduation for the Fall-Winter Class of 2021. Former East Point Fire Chief Ronnie Few served as the Keynote Speaker. Please congratulate the following recruits for becoming East Point Firefighters:
- DeAnna Brown
- Chemel Olds
- Carlos Quintanilla
- Ellis Richardson
- Ezroy Thompson
- Christopher Turner (Recruit in Charge)
- Jose Valdovinos
- Shaquille Weaver
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FF DeAnna Brown and Chief Timothy Evans |
FF Carlos Quintanilla and Chief Timothy Evans |
FF Ezroy Thompson and Chief Timothy Evans |
FF Jose Valdovinos and Chief Timothy Evans |
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FF Chemel Olds and Chief Timothy Evans |
FF Ellis Richardson and Chief Timothy Evans |
FF Christopher Turner and Chief Timothy Evans |
FF Shaquille Weaver and Chief Timothy Evans |
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East Point Fire Chief Corey Thornton, the East Point Fire Command Staff, and the Fall-Winter Recruit Class of 2021 |
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East Point Fire Fall-Winter Recruit Class of 2021 Graduation Video |
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8 Students Complete the EPA Environmental Workforce Development Job Training Program |
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Congratulations to our graduates who completed the Environmental Workforce Development Job Training Program in partnership with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Eight students completed the 12-week training program and took 146 hours of coursework in Hazardous Waste and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER), Georgia Soil and Water Conservation Commission Fundamentals and Advanced Fundamentals, along with a professional development certification from Clayton State University.
On July 26, the City of East Point hosted a graduation ceremony for the students. East Point City Councilman Myron B. Cook and Jimmy Thomas, Director of Environmental Operations, Georgia at J5 GBL, delivered messages to the graduates. Please congratulate the following students:
- John Allen
- Keyanna Beamon
- Daiquiri Colton
- Andreana Jackson
- Tenee Jackson
- Joshua King
- Ashton Manning (not pictured)
- London Wagner
The next cohort of this job training program will begin August 14th.
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Mr. Jimmy Thomas, John Allen, and Councilman Myron Cook |
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Mr. Jimmy Thomas, Keyanna Beamon, and Councilman Myron Cook |
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Mr. Jimmy Thomas, Daiquiri Colton, and Councilman Myron Cook |
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Mr. Jimmy Thomas, Andreana Jackson, and Councilman Myron Cook |
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Mr. Jimmy Thomas, Tenee Jackson, and Councilman Myron Cook |
Mr. Jimmy Thomas, London Wagner, and Councilman Myron Cook |
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Mr. Jimmy Thomas, Joshua King, and Councilman Myron Cook |
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Jeffrey Reeves Returns as Public Works Director |
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The City of East Point is proud to have Jeffrey Reeves return as the new Public Works Director after retiring in July of 2021. Reeves has been with the City of East Point since 2007. He's served as a Customer Care Representative, Construction Inspector, Construction Manager, Interim Public Works Director and was promoted to Public Works Director in 2016. He's most known for serving as the host of our popular summer concert series, "Wednesday Wind Down In The Point." Prior to working for the City of East Point, Reeves worked for the City of Atlanta Water Department for 12 years and Fulton County for five years. He says he looks forward to providing quality service for the residents of East Point. |
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East Point Contracts & Procurement Department Welcomes New Purchasing Assistant Jekiria Bigby |
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The East Point Contracts & Procurement Department welcomes Jekiria Bigby to the City of East Point! Bigby is serving as the new Purchasing Assistant. Her mission is to apply strategic thinking in all procurement efforts while maintaining compliance with sustainability and diversity woven into everything she does. She is currently working towards her goal of completing her bachelor’s degree in business with a concentration in management. She brings a wealth of knowledge from serving in prior positions such as procurement assistant, paraprofessional, USPS mail carrier, information technology specialist, and business analyst. JeKiria enjoys providing great customer service and helping others. She has received various acknowledgements and recognitions of appreciation from business professionals for the quality of service she delivers. In her free time, she loves spending time and traveling with her family. |
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East Point Parks & Recreation Announce Winners of Architectural Design Competition |
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Group 4 1st Place Winners: Rhiley Johnson, McKenzie Hill, Kamaya Clemons and Khloe Scott |
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Group 2 2nd Place Winners: Zoe Curry, Kamaria Harkness, Railonnie Baker and Noorah Benson |
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East Point Architects & Engineers was the theme of the week from July 11-15 at the East Point Parks & Recreation STEAM Summer Camp. During this week, students designed and constructed a new recreation center for the City. Under the leadership of Ashley Murray, Founder & Executive Director of Educate the City, the students developed their designs using surveys from the community and computer-aided design technology. They presented their designs and were judged based on creativity, design, presentation and communication.
Congratulations to all of the students and the following winners:
1st Place: Group 4
Rhiley Johnson
Mckenzie Hill
Kamaya Clemons
Khloe Scott
2nd Place: Group 2
Zoe Curry
Kamaria Harkness
Railonnie Baker
Noorah Benson
Deputy City Manager Geneasa Elias thanked the students for their ideas and explained how they will be incorporated during the design phase for a new recreation center. East Point Parks & Recreation were awarded a $28,000 BOOST Grant from the Georgia Recreation and Park Association to facilitate programming and field trips revolved around STEAM. Stay tuned for more on this program! #steameducation
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East Point Parks & Recreation STEAM Summer Camp |
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Deputy City Manager Geneasa Elias speaking to the STEAM Summer Camp campers |
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Leafy Greens Market Opens in East Point |
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On July 13, Leafy Greens Market officially opened to the East Point community. Started by Lovey Gilliam, Founder and CEO of Gilliams Community Garden, Leafy Greens Market features locally sourced and hydroponically grown produce, household staples, "Georgia Grown" items, and vegan chefs creating "hot-grab and go" meals. The in-store hydroponics system is a “spotlight” feature growing a variety of lettuces, tomatoes, and herbs. Market owners were joined by Mayor Deana Holiday Ingraham on July 28 for an official ribbon cutting ceremony. Store hours are Monday thru Saturday, 8a.m. – 8 p.m. and Sundays, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. For more information about the garden or the Leafy Greens Market initiative, visit www.gilliamscommunitygarden.org
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Tri-Cities Business Owners & Aspiring Film Makers Attend Tri-Cities Business Networking Event & Filming 101 Session |
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More than 50 people attended the Tri-Cities Business Networking Event & the Filming 101 Session on June 30. Attendees networked with Tri-Cities businesses and Downtown City staff from Hapeville, College Park and East Point. They also learned more about the City's film program, how it benefits the City and how businesses/residents can engage with the film industry. |
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Mayor Deana Holiday Ingraham Announces 2nd Annual
5K Run/Walk Winners
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Mayor Deana Holiday Ingraham is proud to announce the winners of the 2nd annual “The Healthy Point Healthy Schools” 5K Run/Walk on July 9, 2022, in the City of East Point. Dozens of runners and walkers laced up their shoes to celebrate the conclusion of “The Healthy Point: 90-Day Health Initiative” at John D. Milner Park while raising funds to support East Point youth. The celebration was filled with fun and games including kickball, pickle ball, youth flag football, health vendors, an aerobics warm-up, CPR demonstrations, music and healthy food!
“The journey towards becoming healthier is easier when not traveling alone and I am so grateful to have crossed the finish line with East Point residents, City leaders, community members and people from across the metro area who are committed to this cause,” said Mayor Deana Holiday Ingraham. “My hope is that our 90-day journey encourages people to remain committed to making healthier lifestyle choices each and everyday.”
The overall 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners were:
1st Matthew West
2nd Jakym Battle
3rd Roosevelt Gilbert
The list of winners by age group were:
· Overall Male: Matthew West
· Overall Female: Zulma Stevens
· 10 and Under: Malik Swift
· 11 to 19: Kwame Swift
· 20 to 29: Linde Parcels
· 30 to 39: Jakym Battle
· 40 to 49: Roosevelt Gilbert
· 50 to 59: Rodney Harris and Crystal Hart Johnson
· 60 and over: Katherine Jackson and Rev. Michael Stinson
The winners will be recognized by Mayor and Council at the upcoming August 1st East Point City Council Meeting.
The City of East Point greatly appreciates our title sponsors, Humana & SA Recycling, as well as WellStar Atlanta Medical Center South, the Aerotropolis Community Improvement Districts, and the Food Well Alliance for sponsoring “The Healthy Point.” We are also honored that AARP Georgia, the East Point Farmers Market, the Tri-Cities High School Culinary Department, Market 166, East Point Parks & Recreation, BoxFit and Dynamic Duo Fitness partnered with us this year.
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Fox 5 Atlanta News Anchor Deidra Dukes and Mayor Deana Holiday Ingraham crossing the finish line |
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Mayor Deana Holiday Ingraham poses with race winners Linde Parcels and Matthew West |
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Race winners Jakym Battle and Roosevelt Gilbert with East Point City Councilwoman Karen Rene and race winners Zulma Stevens, Matthew West and Linde Parcels |
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Race participants join in a quick warm-up led by Rho Shelton, co-owner of Dynamic Duo Fitness |
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2nd Annual "The Healthy Point Healthy Schools" 5K Run/Walk Video |
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Residents Engage with Law Enforcement Officers at
"Coffee with a Cop"
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On July 13, East Point residents spent their morning and afternoon with the East Point Police Department and Councilmembers Stephanie Gordon and Starr Cummings at "Coffee with A Cop" at the Starbucks on Camp Creek Pkwy. Customers also got a chance to see East Point Police Chief Shawn Buchanan, Councilwoman Stephanie Gordon and a few police officers serving as Starbucks Baristas and drive-thru operators behind the counter.
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East Point Police Officers serving as Starbucks Baristas at "Coffee with a Cop." |
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Councilwoman Stephanie Gordon serving as a Starbucks Baristas. |
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Police Chief Shawn Buchanan takes photo with a member of the Starbucks team. |
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Councilwoman Gordon and East Point Police Hosts Back to School Bookbag Giveaway at Camp Creek Marketplace |
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On July 17, Councilwoman Stephanie Gordon teamed up with the East Point Police Department, 102.6 Online Radio, G.R.A.C.E., Situations Media, Smoothie King and Nancy's Pizzeria to host a Back to School Bookbag Giveaway at the Camp Creek Marketplace. Youth received bookbags with school supplies, free smoothies and pizza, and had their face painted.
(Photos Courtesy of DeSitaa Lipscomb)
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Councilwoman Stephanie Gordon at the Back to School Bookbag Giveaway |
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Face painting at the Back to School Bookbag Giveaway |
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A young girl with her bookbag and treats at the Back to School Bookbag Giveaway |
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Detective Donna Bridges, a young boy, and Councilwoman Stephanie Gordon at the Back to School Bookbag Giveaway |
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East Point Partners with 8-year-old "kidpreneur" to host "Popsicles with Police" |
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On July 20, East Point youth cooled off in the summer heat with some sweet treats thanks to a partnership between the City of East Point and a local mobile ice cream business. Councilwoman Stephanie Gordon launched the initiative “Popsicles with Police” in partnership with the East Point Police Department to provide free popsicles to select youth in East Point and engage with local law enforcement officers. They teamed up with 8-year-old Courtez Straughter who owns the popular mobile ice cream truck, TezzyPooh’s Ice Cream, along with his mother Courtney Petty. Popsicle stops were made at the Jefferson Park Recreation Summer Camp, Martel Homes, and Cameron Run Apartments.
TezzyPooh’s Ice Cream is named after 8-year-old Courtez Straughter, who started his own business when he was 6-years-old due to his love of ice cream. Referred to as a “kidpreneur,” Courtez learned the ropes of owning his own business from his mother who is a serial entrepreneur. Courtez and his mother have a customized sprinter van that they use to book ice cream parties and events all over Atlanta. You can learn more about TeezyPooh’s Ice Cream at https://www.tezzypoohicecreamtruck.com/
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Youth at the Jefferson Park Recreation Summer Camp pose with Councilwoman Stephanie Gordon and East Point Police Officers at “Popsicles with Police.” |
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8-year-old Courtez Straughter provides a sweet treat to youth at the Jefferson Park Recreation Summer Camp out of his TezzyPooh’s Ice Cream Truck. |
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Jefferson Park Recreation Summer Camp camper Noorah Benson enjoys her popsicle at “Popsicles with Police.” |
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8-year-old Courtez Straughter, owner of TezzyPooh’s Ice Cream |
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"Popsicles with Police" Video |
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East Point Contracts & Procurement Hosts Vendor Talk Session |
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On July 21, business owners attended the July Vendor Talk Information Session hosted by the East Point Contracts & Procurement Department. Contracts & Procurement Director Yolanda Broome and her team demonstrated to business owners how to register as a City of East Point vendor on Ion Wave Technologies.
They will host Proposal Writing 101 on August 17 from 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. in the East Point City Hall Council Chambers. East Point businesses are invited to attend this information session to learn how to write proposals facilitated by Jerri Sumlin with H.J. Russell & Company. You can register now at bit.ly/ProposalW101
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East Point business owners attending the July Vendor Talk Information Session hosted by the East Point Contracts & Procurement Department |
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Grammy Award-Winning Artist Stephanie Mills Headlines July "Wednesday Wind Down In The Point" |
On July 27, the legendary Stephanie Mills graced the "Wednesday Wind Down In The Point" stage to perform her classic hits for fans. Thousands of R&B lovers were in attendance to hear her perform her timeless records. They also enjoyed soulful performances by Donell Jones, Algebra Blessett and the Soul Cartel Band. The summer concert series finale will be on August 24th in the Downtown Commons from 5:00 p.m.- 9:00 p.m.
(Photos Courtesy of Desitaa Lipscomb)
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Mayor Deana Holiday Ingraham, Councilwoman Sharon Shropshire, Donell Jones and Councilman Lance Robertson |
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Councilman Lance Robertson, Councilwoman Sharon Shropshire, Stephanie Mills and Mayor Deana Holiday Ingraham |
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Kandi Burruss' Foundation Provides School Supplies to 500 Kids |
On July 30, East Point native, Grammy award winning singer, songwriter, and business mogul Kandi Burruss used her foundation, Kandi C.A.R.E.S. to help youth prepare for the upcoming school year. Her foundation partnered with GOODR, East Point Parks & Recreation, Nouveau and Gardner Trial Attorneys to provide backpacks, school supplies, food, drinks and more to 500 kids at the Jefferson Park Recreation Center. For more information on the Kandi C.A.R.E.S. Foundation, visit http://kandicares.org/ |
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Kandi Burruss with Councilwoman Starr Cummings |
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Mama Joyce and Kandi Burruss holding backpacks in front of their Back to School Giveaway display |
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Kandi Burruss puts a backpack in someone's car |
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A volunteer puts backpacks in someone's car |
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East Point City Council Meetings Resume In-Person
August 1, 2022
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Vendors Wanted for Wednesday Wind Down In The Point
August 24, 2022
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National Night Out
August 2, 2022
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The Truth About Power Outages Community Meeting
August 3, 2022
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Health Equity Summit
August 13, 2022
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Proposal Writing 101
August 17, 2022
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3 on 3 Basketball Tournament
August 27, 2022
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Superheroes of Today Family Concert
August 27, 2022
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Complete 2022 Comprehensive Plan Update Survey |
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2022 and 2023 Recycling Schedules |
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Sponsorship Opportunity for East Point
Parks & Recreation Programs
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Download the Access East Point App |
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Sign-Up for CodeRed Emergency Notifications |
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Subscribe to the VERGE e-Newsletter |
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August 1: City Council Meeting @ 6:30 p.m. at City Hall, 2757 East Point Street
August 2: National Night Out from 5:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. at City Hall, 2757 East Point Street
August 3: The Truth About Power Outages: Community Meeting Hosted by East Point Power from 6:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m. at the City Annex, 3121 Norman Berry Drive
August 8: City Council Work Session @ 6;30 p.m. at City Hall, 2757 East Point Street
August 13: Health Equity Summit from 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at the City Annex, 3121 Norman Berry Drive
August 15: City Council Meeting @6:30 p.m. at City Hall, 2757 East Point Street
August 18: Unity National Bank Financial Literacy Workshop from 5:30 p.m. -7:30 p.m. at City Hall, 2757 East Point Street
August 18: Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting @ 7:00 p.m. via Zoom
August 23: Customer Care Closes from 10:00 a.m. -1:00 p.m. to conduct monthly staff meeting
August 24: Wednesday Wind Down In The Point @ 5:00 p.m. -9:00 p.m. in the Downtown Commons (2714 East Point Street)
August 27: 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament @ 10:00 a.m. at Sykes Park, 3224 Dodson Drive Connector
August 27: Superheroes of Today Family Concert @ 7:00 p.m. at City Hall, 2757 East Point Street
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