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🚀 Taking Tucker's Downtown to New Heights
36 upcoming street repairs, Richardson Street's makeover, and more!
David Choe & Angela Ahn
March 14, 2024
Happy Pi Day, Tucker!
In today’s edition of Tucker Today:
Will Downtown Tucker get more rooftops?
Paving the way: 36 upcoming street repairs
Richardson Street’s makeover
Hope to see you all at tonight’s Pi Day Pie-K! If you’re enjoying this newsletter, please share it with your friends! ✌🏼
Stay in the Loop 💫
Here’s the latest scoop from the March 11th City Council meeting.
🏢 1. More rooftops in Downtown Tucker?
City staff presented the first read of an ordinance to amend downtown Tucker’s zoning rules. The proposed changes would increase the permitted density and building heights in downtown. Doing this would allow more flexibility to build rooftops, which city staff believes is necessary to support a vibrant business community.
With these changes, the goal is to encourage new development while preserving downtown Tucker’s historic character. To do this, city staff shared specific recommendations on height transitions and topography plans (pictured below).
City Council raised concerns about the feasibility of affordable housing in downtown. Staff will continue exploring additional changes to make Tucker more accessible to more residents.
The second read and public hearing for this ordinance will take place at the next City Council meeting. What do you think of the proposed changes?
🛣️ 2. Paving the way: 36 Neighborhood Street Repairs
It’s no news that some of Tucker’s streets are in bad shape. The city staff recommends tackling 36 streets that need some TLC. While some streets need minor patching, others will require full depth reclamation — a complete makeover via creating a new base foundation.
City Council approved the contract award bid to Georgia Paving for $3.1M.
Red represents roads in the worst shape requiring full depth reclamation. These will be prioritized first. Source: https://pub-tuckerga.escribemeetings.com/filestream.ashx?DocumentId=10599
To see names of specific streets that are prioritized for repairs, see here.
⚠️ 3. Richardson Street’s Long-awaited Makeover
Richardson Street is finally getting a makeover to fix issues outlined in the Transportation Master Plan:
Realign the intersection at E Ponce de Leon Avenue to improve visibility;
Upgrade the road to meet city standards with wider lanes, drainage, and sidewalks;
Connect Richardson Street from E Ponce de Leon Av to Stone Mill Way, making it easier to get around.
City Council approved the contract award to Falcon Design. The project will cost $136,500 and will address both affordable housing and public safety concerns.
Tucker Moments 📸
Congratulations to the 27 graduates of the University of Government Affairs at Tucker! These graduates completed a 6-course series on City operations and departments, and were honored at the City Council meeting for their civic responsibility and leadership.
Graduates of University of Government Affairs at Tucker, Source: Tucker Today
Tucker Middle School’s student chorus also kicked off this week’s City Council meeting by performing the Star Spangled Banner and leading the Pledge of Allegiance.
Tucker Middle School Student Chorus, Source: City of Tucker
Small Business News 📰
Kaylee’s Candy Boutique Closing Shop
We’re saddened to hear that Kaylee’s Candy Boutique’s last day of operation is April 1, 2024. Now is your chance to make your final visit to the store and enjoy their desserts at discounted prices.
Thank you Kaylee’s Candy Boutique for serving the Tucker community — you will be missed!
Tucker Events 🎟️
Dates to keep in mind:
The Tucker Recreation Center Gymnasium will be closed until Saturday, March 16 for bleacher installations.
There will be a community meeting to review Idlewood Road’s roundabout design on March 19th, 6:30 pm @ City Hall.
Special Shout-out: Bunny Brunch 🐰
Location: Bell Street Burritos
Date/time: March 16th (11am - 3pm)
 | Swing by Bell Street Burritos this Saturday to get professional family photos with the Easter Bunny for $20! They’ll be offering both their breakfast and regular menu — a perfect way to start your weekend with the family! |
Other Upcoming Events
Hosting an event and want to get featured in Tucker Today? Don’t hesitate to reach out.
Event | Details | Location / Date |
|---|---|---|
🐟️ Lenten Fish Fry | Join the Knights of Columbus for their traditional Lenten Fish Fry. Full dinners served. Dine-in is available in the Parish Hall and takeout is available via drive-through. Proceeds will support the Parish and local community. | Location: Holy Cross Catholic Church (3773 Chamblee Tucker Rd) Date/Time: every Friday from Feb 16 - March 22 (5 - 7:30 pm) |
🌻 Spring Fling | Bring your friends and family for a day filled with crafts, activities, food, games, and more! More details here. | Location: Church Street Greenspace (4316 Church Street) Date/time: March 23rd (9:30am - 1pm) |
🪴 Native Plant Sale | Over 100 species of hard to find native perennials, spring ephemerals, ferns, grasses, and vines! | Location: Cliff Valley School (2426 Clairmont Rd) |
🚶♀️Sip-n-stroll | Join the community on a Saturday stroll through Tucker Nature Preserve to enjoy local art and chat with local beekeepers. Wine and light refreshments provided. Find more details here. | Location: Tucker Nature Preserve Date/Time: April 13th (3 - 5pm) |
🐶 Doggy Adoption @ Bell Street Burritos | Bell Street Burritos will be hosting a Doggy Adoption plus all the yummy perks of a Saturday morning at Bell Street! | Location: Bell Street Burritos Date/time: April 20th (11am - 2pm) |
🌵Tucker Annual Plant Swap | Mark your calendars for Tucker Historical Society’s annual plant swap. It’ll be a fun time trading plants and meeting Tucker community members! | Location: Church Street Park, facing LaVista Rd. They’ll be set up alongside Methodist Church’s Parking lot. Date/time: April 20th (8:30 am - 11:00 am) |
🎡 Tucker Day | Join the community in celebrating Tucker’s 65+ year old tradition w/ food & drinks, crafts & vendors, music, and scavenger hunts – a whole lot of family fun! This year Tucker Day is highlighting Tucker non-profits (civic groups, churches, social clubs, assistance programs, etc.). Come learn + signup to get involved. All are welcome in Tucker! Read more here. | Location: Tucker Main Street Date/time: May 4th (9 am - 5pm). Parade is at 10 am; kid’s zone and vendors will end at 4pm. |
☀️ Summer, Teen & Sports Camp Registration | Sign up for spring & summer camp registration! Check out the Tucker Parks and Recreation Department site for more details. | Register here. Many programs are already at full capacity but you can still join the waitlists. |
Tucker Tunes - Live Music 🎤
Monday
Napoleon's Grill | Jazz Jam Session & Open Mic | 7:30pm - 11:00pm
Wednesday
Moonshadow Tavern | Open Mic Night | 8:00pm - 11:30pm
Thursday
Tucker Brewing Company | Live Music | 4:00pm - 9:00pm
Friday
Moonshadow Tavern | Live Music | 8:00pm - 11:30pm
Tucker Brewing Company | Live Music | 4:00pm - 10:00pm
The Mad Italian | Live Music | 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Saturday
Moonshadow Tavern | Live Music | 8:00pm - 11:30pm
Tucker Brewing Company | Live Music | 4:00pm - 10:00pm
Sunday
El Matador Mexican Restaurant | Live Music | 6:00pm - 9:00pm
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 | Angela Ahn & David Choe Founders + Editors-in-Chief of Tucker Today and DOA Media Group |
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