Inner East Athens Neighborhood Association, Inc.
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Help us in our quest to stop the BLASTING at the Rock Quarry!!!
Support the Cause – Get Your
“Resilient, United, and Moving Forward Together" T-Shirt Today!
Help us protect Inner East Athens by wearing your support!
We’ve created Special edition “Resilient, United, and Moving Forward Together” T-shirts, and every purchase goes directly towards funding our fight against the harmful blasting activities from the Heidelberg Athens Quarry.
These shirts are not only a way to show your solidarity but also a way to spread awareness about the impact of the quarry on our community.
Why Buy a T-Shirt?
Each shirt sale supports our efforts, and community events that are raising awareness and pushing for real change.
Wearing one is a simple yet powerful way to show that Inner East Athens stands together against environmental harm.
How to PurchaseVisit our online store [Online Store] Available for a limited time!
Available in all sizes, these comfortable, high-quality shirts are perfect for showing your community pride and dedication to our cause.
Thank you for standing with us. Together, we can make a difference!
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We aim to encourage and advance effective resolutions to the most pressing challenges through civic participation. Be a part of our group of and supporters in our pursuit of a fairer and improved world.
What is Happening!
Update on Our Fight Against the Heidelberg Athens Quarry
Our efforts to protect Inner East Athens from the impact of the Heidelberg Athens Quarry are in full force. We continue to raise awareness about the environmental and health risks posed by the quarry's expansion, including concerns over air quality, noise pollution, and potential damage to local wildlife habitats.
Through community meetings, and collaboration with environmental experts, we’re making our voices heard. Our team is also exploring every possible avenue to halt further expansion and ensure the quarry is held accountable to the highest environmental standards. We’re committed to preserving the quality of life in our neighborhood and safeguarding the health and safety of our community members.
Thank you to everyone who has supported this effort—whether by attending meetings, signing petitions, or spreading the word. Together, we’re standing strong to protect our home. Please stay tuned for upcoming actions and ways you can help in this important fight.
About
In 2020, a group of East Athens Community members came together to form the East Athens Neighborhood Association, Inc., drawing inspiration from past social movements. What started as a small initiative quickly grew into a full-fledged movement. Our community group is committed to challenging the status quo, holding leaders accountable, and advocating for transformative solutions.
Our Campaigns
Our goal is to empower the community and its leaders with the necessary knowledge, resources, and opportunities to bring about tangible change in society. We view our campaigns as collaborative endeavors that serve as a means of connecting and strengthening East Athens.
Partnership
Join us at Inner East Athens Neighborhood Association, where we prioritize partnership and provide a supportive environment with helpful resources. Our community's hearts, minds, and souls drive our success.
Our community considers advocacy as a crucial foundation. We believe that there is power in unity, and we strive to educate and motivate individuals to stand up for their convictions. Interested in discovering more?
Advocacy
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Volunteering
We are always in need of assistance and volunteering is one way to contribute. Please help us by sharing the news the activities of Inner East Athens Neighborhood Association and help us gather the necessary support.
On August 29, 2022, Athens-Clarke County District 2 Representative abandoned her post, after secretly moving out of District 2.
She held her resignation to Governor Kemp, forcing the need for Special Election.
On September 13, The Athens-Board of Elections (BOE) met and discussed a November 8, 2022 Special Election to fill the vacancy. No vote was taken.
The Athens-Clarke County Board of Commissioners then passed a resolution calling for the Special Election to be held on March 23, 2022. Moving the election meant the voters of District 2 would be without representation for nearly seven months.
On September 20, the Athens BOE announced the Special Election was being moved to March 23, 2023.
On October 1, 2022, Inner East Athens, and other District 2 voters filed notice of suit to challenge the decision. The notice was ignored by the BOE and the Athens-Clarke County Commission.
On October 4, 2022, Inner East Athens and other District 2 voters filed a Writ of Mandamus asking the Court to order that the Special Elections be held on November 8, 2022. Counsel Dexter Wimbish argued that pushing the election to March 2023 would disenfranchise District 2 voters.
On October 5, 2023, Judge Wade Padgett denied the Writ of Mandamus stating there was no abuse of discretion by the BOE as there was not enough time to hold the election without causing voter confusion and that the November 8, 2022, Special Election would not meet the 29-day deadline to call such an election.
Therefore, District 2 voters are now subject to "taxation without representation as they will be without a District 2 County Commissioner until March 23, 2023, Special Election.
We are asking you to Call Governor Brian Kemp at (404) 656-1776 and ask him to appoint an Athens-Clarke County District 2 Commissioner to fill the unexpired term of Mariah Parker.
Organizing an Event
Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? We seek volunteers to help spread awareness about important issues and concerns in East Athens. Join us in going door to door and positively impacting our neighborhood. Let's work together to create a better future for all.
