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Hello again, neighbors! It's me, Carla Varner, your host of the Decatur-Avondale Estates Daily. Let's get this day started off right, with a quick guide to the most important things happening these days in town.

First, today's weather:

A shower and thunderstorm. High: 87 Low: 71.

Here are the top three stories today in Decatur-Avondale Estates:

  1. Avondale Estates' residents are asking the Avondale Estates City Commission to lower the millage rate. The ask was made during a public hearing on Jun. 29. The commission held another public hearing and special meeting to consider setting the rate yesterday, Jun. 30. The city is expected to increase its tax revenue by 6.57 percent due to inflated property valuations — which should allow the city to lower the millage rate to maintain a balanced budget. (Decaturish.com )
  2. Is the current housing market making you feel a little overwhelmed? Patch and Redfin.com have teamed up to create a helpful list of the latest Decatur-Avondale Estates properties that have hit the market. Click to view the full list of properties that includes prices, photos, and property dimensions. (Decatur-Avondale Estates Patch)
  3. DeKalb County Schools is hoping that a new law will fix their teacher shortage. The new law allows retired teachers to return to the classroom while collecting their full pension. The Georgia House Bill goes into effect today, Jul. 1. Click here if you have questions about the new law. (Decaturish.com)

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Today in Decatur-Avondale Estates:

  • Guess the Goldfish At The DeKalb County Public Library (All Day)
  • Teen Take and Make Craft Station At The DeKalb County Public Library (10:00 AM)

From my notebook:

  • The Avondale Estates' Downtown Development Authority Regular Meeting will be held on Jul. 12 at 5:30 p.m. Click for the zoom link. (Avondale Estates)
  • The City of Decatur is currently hiring. Click to view the full list of open positions and apply today. (City of Decatur)
  • Do you have questions about the process of Decatur plans? Decatur Next is a free system that informs residents about the status of various city projects. Click to view. (City of Decatur)

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Thanks for following along and staying informed. I'll see you soon!

— Carla Varner

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