Brookhaven News, Updates and Resources The Brookhaven Blast Brookhaven News, Updates and Resources CITY OF BROOKHAVEN NEWS City of Brookhaven recognized with Sustainability Award from the Georgia Public Service Commission Georgia Public Service Commission Vice Chairman Tim Echols presented the City of Brookhaven Mayor Ernst with an Energy Matters Award in the "Best EV Municipal Energy Efficiency" category, on Wednesday, Aug. 3. The award recognizes some of the milestones the City of Brookhaven has accomplished through its Sustainable Brookhaven strategy framework. "It is an honor to be recognized with the Best EV Municipal Efficiency award," said City of Brookhaven Major John Ernst. "The City of Brookhaven is making a great effort to improve its sustainability in all areas and this award only validates the work we are doing. We're committed to creating a more sustainable future for our community, one that not only allows us to protect the environment, but also saves costs, resources, and our constituents money." More info here. Langford Park groundbreaking set for Aug. 11 The public is invited to Langford Park, 1174 Pine Grove Ave., on Aug. 11 at 4 p.m. for a special groundbreaking for the new features being added to the park. “We will be adding a new playground, Bocce Ball court, and sheltered pavilion,” said District 3 Councilmember Madeleine Simmons. “We will also install walking trails that accentuate the natural green space areas where families can enjoy these neighborhood amenities.” More info here. Pars & Recreation Fall Activity Guide available now! Our Parks & Recreation 2022 Fall Activity Guide is available now! You can find it in the August issue of Reporter Newspapers, online at tinyurl.com/FallActivityGuide2022, or email News@BrookhavenGA.gov to have a complimentary copy mailed to your home. Community celebrates National Night Out The Brookhaven Police Department celebrated its National Night Out with the community this week at Northeast Plaza. The event offered food, fun and games for the kids, and a chance to hang out with and learn more about the department. UPCOMING CITY EVENTS & MEETINGS Next City Council Meeting: Tuesday, Aug. 9 The Brookhaven City Council's next regular meeting will be held Tuesday, Aug. 9, at 7 p.m. Click here for agendas and other information. ROAD CLOSURES & TRAFFIC ALERTS UPDATE: Emergency Bridge/Road Closure on W. Nancy Creek Drive ***UPDATE JULY 12, 2022: Based on an evaluation of the bridge by a structural engineer, it has been determined the bridge needs to be replaced. Estimated time frame for this work is 12 months. Work will require the relocation of a gas line and a waterline which could impact schedule. The new bridge will include improved pedestrian facilities.*** Effective immediately, the bridge near 1243 W. Nancy Creek Drive in Brookhaven is closed to vehicular and pedestrian traffic. On Friday, July 1, GDOT engineers discovered severe structural issues with the bridge while conducting a routine inspection. The bridge will be closed for an extended period of time while emergency repairs are made. Residents on the west side of the bridge must access the neighborhood from Old Johnson Ferry Road until further notice. Commuters using W. Nancy Creek Road to travel between Ashford Dunwoody Road and Sandy Springs must detour via Johnson Ferry Road or I-285. Updates will be posted on social media and on the Public Works website at www.BrookhavenGA.gov/PublicWorks as they become available. We appreciate everyone’s patience and support while these critical repairs are made. The latest updates on Brookhaven's paving progress Appalachee Drive, Cartecay Drive, Cove Circle, and Oaklawn Avenue are just some of the locations that Brookhaven is undertaking road repaving or reconstructions. Brookhaven's 2021 paving schedule has been extended into 2022. Find out the latest updates here. Find out more about the road building process here. PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTS Food pantry open at Latin American Association To receive food or make a contribution you must make an appointment. Those interested can call the LAA at 404-639-1839. Learn more about the City of Brookhaven's Stormwater Division projects and initiatives here. AROUND TOWN Visit www.explorebrookhaven.com and follow us on Facebook and Instagram @explorebrookhaven for events, weekly specials, restaurant updates and more. COVID-19 UPDATES & RESOURCES Brookhaven closings, cancellations and resources The City of Brookhaven has established a website listing Brookhaven closings, cancellations, testing sites, and resources relating to the COVID-19 pandemic at www.BrookhavenGA.gov/covid19 COVID-19 testing & vaccination site open in Northeast Plaza on Buford Highway ****VACCINES FOR KIDS NOW AVAILABLE! COVID Care Georgia is now offering vaccinations and boosters for everyone ages 5+**** As part of Brookhaven’s ongoing commitment to the health and safety of its residents, a COVID testing and vaccination site is now o