Decatur City Council approves short-term rental ordinance with new enforcement rules amid neighborhood concerns The Decatur City Council approved an amended short-term rental (STR) ordinance that sets a 150-unit cap in residential zones, requires owners/agents to be within 50 miles and able to respond within an hour, moves application processing to April 1, 2026, and ties overnight parking to approved off‑street spaces. The measure passed 4–2–1 after public testimony and council debate.

Decatur City Council has taken a decisive step by approving a new short-term rental ordinance that imposes a 150-unit cap and tightens enforcement rules, igniting a heated debate among residents.

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Decatur approves power purchase agreement to buy solar generation with regional TVA distributors The Decatur City Council approved Resolution 26002 authorizing a power purchase agreement for Decatur Utilities to buy solar energy from a developer identified in the agenda as TAI; Decatur Utilities staff said the deal uses a TVA option allowing distributors to source up to 5% of power from local generation.

Decatur City Council has taken a bold step towards sustainability by approving a solar power agreement that could reshape the region's energy landscape.

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Decatur Council adopts rewritten zoning ordinance to implement comprehensive plan The Decatur City Council voted 5–0 to adopt a rewritten zoning ordinance and updated zoning map designed to implement the city'wide comprehensive plan, adding standards such as landscape buffers and rules for accessory dwelling units. The ordinance takes effect Jan. 1, 2026.

Decatur City Council has unanimously approved a transformative zoning ordinance that promises to reshape development and protect neighborhoods starting January 1, 2026.

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Decatur council approves multiple contracts, grants and capital projects in one session Council approved a set of resolutions on contracts, grants and capital projects including TTL quality-control services for landfill Cell 17 ($100,752), New South Architects design contract for the Cary Matthews remodel, a $31,000 opioid-fund budget amendment, revised capitalization thresholds, 22 downtown street lights (~$115,000 total), EDA grant-

Decatur City Council just greenlit a series of exciting projects and funding initiatives that will transform the community, from new downtown street lights to a major golf-course irrigation upgrade!

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Decatur council approves up to $5 million investment for Rock the South with benchmarks and indemnity The Decatur City Council voted to approve an agreement with Peachtree Entertainment LLC to host Rock the South, committing up to $5 million over five years subject to attendance benchmarks, verified tax payments, insurance and an indemnity for the city. Residents urged use of union labor and expressed safety and subsidy concerns during the public‑h

Decatur City Council is making a bold move by investing up to $5 million in the Rock the South festival, but with strict conditions to protect taxpayers!

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City Council Approves Multiple Resolutions Including Economic Development Contracts Council authorizes mayor to enter contracts and grants for fiscal year 2026.

Decatur City Council takes bold steps toward community growth with new contracts and vital grants for family services and infrastructure improvements!

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City Council Approves Ordinance Despite Concerns Over Vaping and Parking Lease Council approves ordinance on vaping tax and discusses parking lot lease for Merritt House.

Decatur City Council grapples with tough decisions on vaping regulations and a controversial parking lease, raising questions about community health and historical commitments.

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City Council votes to approve new appointment effective immediately Council officially votes on immediate appointment after prior discussions and public expectations.

Decatur City Council has made a bold move by appointing a new department head immediately, aiming for seamless city operations and effective governance.

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City Council Appoints Johnny Jones as Director of Services Amid Process Concerns Council members express concerns over appointment processes while approving Johnny Jones as director.

Decatur City Council appoints Johnny Jones as the new Director of Services, but not without raising concerns about their appointment processes!

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Decatur City Council approves alcohol license and multiple resolutions for infrastructure projects City Council endorses alcohol license request and approves several infrastructure resolutions.

Decatur City Council is shaking things up with new alcohol licenses and vital infrastructure projects that will transform local businesses!

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Public comments raise concerns on ordinance at city council meeting Mike Farooqi questions validity and execution of pending ordinance in public comments.

As tensions rise in Decatur, resident Mike Farooqi challenges the city council's transparency over a controversial ordinance, leaving the community questioning their voice in governance.

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Community demands justice for Steve Perkins and John Scott at city council meeting Community members call for accountability and street renaming in memory of Steve Perkins.

Decatur residents are standing united, demanding justice for Steve Perkins and John Scott Junior, as emotional pleas echo through the city council chambers.

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Hunter Pepper will not seek reelection in district 4 Decatur City Councilman Hunter Pepper announced on Monday to News 19 that he will not seek reelection. 

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Dr. Harold Gilmore announces candidacy for Decatur City Council District 5 Another name has been entered into the race for Decatur City Council District 5.

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Nick Perkins announces run for Decatur City Council District seat Nick Perkins announced he will be entering the running for a Decatur City Council seat on Tuesday.

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Community leaders demand accountability from Decatur City Council amid rising tensions Citizens voice concerns over city corruption, police misconduct, and demands for council action.

Decatur residents are demanding transparency and accountability from their city council as frustrations mount over police misconduct and governance issues.

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Community leader demands mayor's resignation over police misconduct and leadership failures A community member criticizes mayor and police department leadership for failing to address misconduct.

A community leader's passionate call for the mayor's resignation over police misconduct shines a spotlight on deep-rooted issues of accountability and leadership in Decatur.

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Karr City Council tables zoning ordinance until May 5 and approves local alcohol licenses Council tables zoning ordinance for further review and approves liquor licenses for local businesses.

Decatur City Council's latest meeting brought pivotal changes, including a zoning ordinance delay and new alcohol licenses that could reshape the community's landscape.

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Council members debate mayor pay raise amid calls for leadership change Council discusses pay for mayor and leadership changes to improve city operations.

Decatur City Council's heated debate over leadership changes and mayoral pay raises could reshape the future of city governance—are they ready for the transformation?

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Injustice persists as MLK's call for police accountability remains unfulfilled Martin Luther King Jr. would demand greater police accountability to combat ongoing racial injustice today.

Despite the progress made since Martin Luther King Jr.'s iconic speech, systemic racism and police brutality continue to haunt our society, demanding urgent action and accountability.

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City Council faces backlash over handling of harassment claims and social media accountability Community demands accountability and transparency from police regarding harassment and social media issues.

Tensions erupted at the Decatur City Council meeting as residents demanded accountability for harassment linked to fake social media accounts, leaving officials scrambling for answers.

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