“I am here to listen to, work with, and represent YOU. We are better together for DeKalb.”
Commissioner Michelle Long Spears – District 2

Welcome to District 2 of DeKalb County

Welcome to District 2 in DeKalb County.  DeKalb is comprised of diverse and vibrant neighborhoods, cultures, people, furry friends and businesses.  My office and staff are here for you to be a resource, answer your questions, and connect you to county services.  We look forward to hearing from and working with you to build a safer, greener and more prosperous DeKalb.

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“As I have traveled the county and the district, many of you have shared your hope for and need of a more efficient, responsive, and transparent local government. I hope this website serves as a resource to do exactly that and communicates our desire to effectively serve you! Please reach out if we can assist you in connecting with the right people and departments to address your needs.”

-Michelle Long Spears

District 2 Priorities: The D2 Team has identified several priorities for the coming year. From housing to homelessness, parks to trails, animals services, infrastructure, planning and funding needs – and everything in between, we are working hard to be good stewards of public resources for District 2 and DeKalb County. Sign up for my monthly newsletter to learn more about our progress.

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6 days ago

Commissioner Michelle Long Spears
November is Adopt A Senior Pet Month, and Good Mews is celebrating by waiving adoption fees for all their wise, nostalgic senior cats! 🐾 Now’s the time to add a loving, low-key companion to your home and give these gentle, 10+ year-old kitties a warm forever family. 💖Questions? Just email adopt@goodmews.org or stop by during adoption hours—Saturday, 10-4 and Sunday, 1-4!Visit goodmews.org to see all available senior cats and help give a vintage kitty a cozy new home this November. ✨#BetterTogetherDeKalb #AdoptASeniorPet #GoodMewsCats #ForeverHome See MoreSee Less
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Grateful for our Advocates for DeKalb Animals whom always show up and show out!First, Commissioner Michelle Long Spears has been, and is, an ardent sponsor of the animal welfare improvements that we are seeking in DeKalb County. We are fortunate to have her on our side.Second, thank you to everyone who sent emails to our County Officers. They have heard you. If you sent an email, you will be getting two responses. The first one is in error. This is the correct response.All of us need to know this information so following is the actual correct email.THE EMAILThank you for reaching out to the District 2 office. I apologize for the delay as we awaited information from the administration. We value your input on animal wellbeing in DeKalb County.We understand your concerns about the AKC’s role and the impact of certain breeding practices on animal wellbeing. You are welcome to attend the AKC presentation on Tuesday, November 19th, at 1 p.m. at 178 Sams Street, Decatur, GA 30030 to share your perspective.We’re also pleased to share an update on the long-awaited animal shelter expansion. We anticipate delivery of the first five units by March 14th, 2025. The additional five should be complete by the end of May 2025. We look forward to the opening of DeKalb’s first Pet Neighborhood. Commissioner Long Spears, who has championed this effort through the Save Our DeKalb Animals (SODA) initiative, states, “Through teamwork and alignment with the City of Chamblee and the Board of Commissioners, we are committed to giving these animals the space and care they deserve. There’s light at the end of the tunnel, and soon our community will see the positive impact of these efforts.” Stay tuned for details on the groundbreaking.Thank you for your advocacy and dedication to animal wellbeing. Your voice, along with those of other community members, is crucial in creating a safe, humane environment for all animals in DeKalb. Together, we are creating a brighter future for these animals and the community. Warm regards,Michelle Office of Commissioner Michelle Long Spears See MoreSee Less
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7 days ago

Commissioner Michelle Long Spears
District 2 staff had the privilege of attending the 2024 ARC State of the Region event! Alongside of district 2, Central Staff, District 6 and Planning and Sustainability department to support this special moment. This year’s theme, The Power of Connection, brought together metro Atlanta’s top leaders to shape the future of our region. ARC Executive Director & CEO Anna Roach set the tone with an inspiring State of the Region address, followed by eye-opening insights from the 2024 Metro Atlanta Speaks survey. We were thrilled to hear from former Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan, who delivered an unforgettable keynote on leadership and community impact. We would like to extend a special thank you to ARC’s incredible team, including Doug Hooker, ARC Chair, and Catherine Ross, Senior Director of Strategic Initiatives, for their dedication to building a brighter future. #District2 #BetterTogetherDeKalb #AtlantaRegionalCommission #PowerOfConnection #WhatsNextATL See MoreSee Less
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1 week ago

Commissioner Michelle Long Spears
Greetings, District 2! 🌞Starting November 8th, the Maloof Auditorium will be closed for renovations, and moving all DeKalb County Board of Commissioners meetings to a new location at 178 Sams Street, Decatur, GA, in Multipurpose Room A 1201.Thank you for your understanding as we work to make our spaces even better for you. We can’t wait to welcome you at our temporary location! 🏛️💛#DeKalbDistrict2 #CommunityUpdate #BoardOfCommissioners See MoreSee Less
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1 week ago

Commissioner Michelle Long Spears
It’s Election Day, District 2! Every single vote counts, and your voice matters more than ever. Polls are open from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., and if you’re in line by 7:00 p.m., you’ll still have the opportunity to cast your ballot. Head over to Georgia’s My Voter Page at www.mvp.sos.ga.gov/s/mvp-landing-page to look up your polling place and make sure your vote is counted.Let’s show up and make our voices heard for the future of our community. Your vote is your power—let’s use it! #BetterTogetherDeKalb #District2Votes #District2 #ElectionDayGA #EveryVoteCounts See MoreSee Less
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