Call to order, start meeting recording: 7:00pm.
Approval of the March 10, 2026, Meeting Minutes: Approved. Approval of the February 2026 Treasurer’s Report: Approved.
Elected Officials’ Reports
Council Member Bakhtiari’s Office: Introduction of Lilliana’s new District Director, who will be main point of contact Jacob Pierce, District Director (o) 404-330-6048 (c) 470-543-6221 jpierce@atlantaga.gov. Updated on skate park development (presentation followed by developers- see below), Sewage issue outside of Banshee, has been addressed. Update on Glenwood Avenue crosswalks, GDOT miscommunication with plans will rectify the concrete outside of Village fitness and parking should return. Crosswalks are going in with lights along various points of Glenwood Avenue.
Intown Cares Update – Brad Schweers: Brownwood and Brad Schweirs discussed updates on the case manager program and housing initiatives for people transitioning out of homelessness in East Atlanta. They announced that Ryan Johnston, a certified peer specialist, will start as the new case manager on Monday, working from Eastside Church and focusing on connecting people to resources and navigation services. The team also mentioned the upcoming opening of 111 Moreland as additional housing for those leaving homelessness, with plans to prioritize geographic placement to keep clients in their neighborhoods. Nate raised concerns about the lack of regular meetings and phone support since Princess’s departure, to which Brad confirmed they would resume attending EACA meetings and maintain a responsive phone line with a 48-hour response goal. Plans to have Ryan attend next EACA meeting to be introduced to the community.
Reminders about calling 911 for emergencies and 311 for nonviolent mental health concerns so PAD can respond in the event case manager is unable. Q: (more comment), concern around sanitation with some properties. Q: Will you commit to meeting with EACA/EABA monthly A: Yes. Q: Dedicated phone number? A: Yes, they will respond as best as they can; if it is an emergency, call 911. If non-emergency, call 311 for mental health services. Intown Cares shoots for a 48-hour response time.
Dekalb Commissioner Nicole Massiah’s Office: Not present.
Public Safety Update
Zone 6 Update – Sgt. Copeland: Crime statistics showing decreases in both violent and property crimes. Q: There was an incident at King Middle School today with adults brandishing weapons at children. Can Zone 6 connect with the principal? A: Yes, we will follow up with Principal Gibbs and SROs at King Middle School regarding the recent incident near the school, and review 911 calls in the area. Sgt. Copeland: Investigate and provide information to Brownwood (via Liliana) about the process/contacts for installing police surveillance cameras/strobe lights at known drug deal corners (specifically McPherson and Monument House).
Voting Items
Strut Permit: Unanimously approved.
Arts and Culture Report – Megan Daly: Pushing Up-Daisies Garden Tour and Concert – May 9, 2026 – Buy Your Tickets in Support.
East Atlanta Parents Network Report – Lexi Martin: EAPN Spring Fling – May 17, 3:00pm-5:00pm at the Farmers Market. EAPN Prom raised $21,000! Keep an eye out for micro events in the coming months in addition to the Spring Fling in May.
Land Use Committee Report – Charlie Fee: Committee relaunch survey and upcoming committee meeting update.
Transportation Committee – Erin Vaiskauckas: Upcoming committee meeting update.
Membership Committee – Tim Cook: By the numbers – Current state of membership and outreach strategy. Join our NEW members forum on WhatsApp (this is an experiment, so play nice).
Parks and Greenspace Report – Tim Cook/Bill Gould: Sylvester Cemetery Volunteer Cleanup – April 18. Ormewood Forest Visioning Survey – Distribute, collect, and tally Ormewood Forest visioning survey responses through end of April and communicate results, also looking for volunteers to water newly planted trees, contact ormewoodforest@eaca.net if interested, tree planting taking place on April 25. Mennonite Church Greenspace Presentation – Not present, but Tim did highlight that this will be a new EAV greenspace and will be on the Pushing Up Daisies garden tour
Brownwood Park Skate Park Presentation – Trevor Morgan with New Line Skate Parks: Morgan presented plans for a new skate park in Brownwood Park that is in the beginning stages now, outlining the design process, environmental considerations, and community engagement approach, which will include working sessions similar to those held for the playground project. There will be sessions for community input in the coming weeks. Q: How does this fit in with the possible “master plan?” A: we have Chase project managing it, there will be working sessions to gather community feedback. Q: Will there be an effort and commitment to replace trees same size as those that need to be removed, A: absolutely yes. Q: Noise? Runoff? Trees? Why is Brownwood Park the main candidate for a skate park? A: Matt addressed and reassured this was something that has been in the works for many years (as she cited, she had never heard about this), city requirements will be followed regarding runoff, drainage etc. No trees will need to be removed.
Community Announcements, Discussions
The conversation ended with candidates for DeKalb County Commissioner District 3 addressing the audience: Tommy T. Travis, and Jakequline Walls, each outlining their platforms and seeking community support for the May 19 election. Leisa Stafford, House seat district 90 also spoke and outlined her platform.
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