n the last 2-week period (Feb 22 - March 7), 55 incidents were reported in Beat 204.  Of those, 2 occurred in the area we patrol.

1. A traffic stop at Defoor / Harper on February 26, 2025, resulted in the arrest of the driver.  Approximately 1.5 ounces of marijuana with a scale and packaging materials were recovered from his car.
2. A domestic altercation on Ridgeway Avenue prompted the response of officers on March 1, 2025.  A report was filed.

A summary of reported activity in the surrounding area:

Significant Incidents:

1. Aggravated Assault - On February 23, 2025, a man struck another person with his vehicle at 1209 Collier Road.  The driver was arrested and charged with Aggravated Assault.  The circumstances leading to the collision are under investigation.
2. Robbery - On February 7, 2025, a victim's ex-boyfriend appeared at her apartment on Bolton Road.  He physically assaulted her and stole property from her home.  Warrants were issued for his arrest and he has since turned himself in to the Fulton County Jail.

Best,

Det. Kevin Leonpacher
Atlanta PD / Underwood Hills Patrol

There was an excellent response to the family friendly exclusive UHNA member event at Your 3rd Spot last Sunday. Thank you to all that participated, and to our generous sponsor.

Members may have received puzzling notifications about UHNA membership renewals being cancelled.
We apologize for any confusion. It's part of the ongoing effort to provide better value for the members and sponsors. Membership renewals can still be paid manually via the website.
As part of the UHNA 2025 budget, we looked at ways to reduce ongoing costs to make more funds available for the community.
One of the biggest expenses is for the payment management system Flipcause, which includes the website platform, membership, security patrol and store payments. Fees, especially payment processing, had increased dramatically, yet many of the core functions of Flipcause were not used.
As we move away from Flipcause, payments will now be processed via Paypal (for which we get a non-profit discount), bank transfer or Check.
Coincidentally our Membership Chair moved away, so we didn't have our planned January membership drive.
As we onboard the interim Membership Chair we'll share more information on the new arrangements and relaunch the UHNA membership drive to coincide with Spring Social in May. 

Collier Road Multimodal Study Advisory Group,

From Thursday, March 27 to Sunday, March 30th, UWCID will be hosting a 4-day pop-up at 1963 Howell Mill Road (the old Donut Dollies shop) to gather community input on multimodal improvements for Collier Road. 

It will be a family-friendly and interactive opportunity to learn about Collier Rd's history and provide input on its future.  

Schedule

Thursday, March 27
8:30-9:30AM Conversation & Coffee with Councilmember Hillis
Workshop Closes at 4PM

Friday, March 28
9-10AM Conversation & Coffee with Councilmember Norwood
Workshop Closes at 4PM

Saturday, March 29 
9AM Chick-fil-a Breakfast 
Workshop Closes at 4PM

Sunday, March 30
10AM Donuts 
Workshop Closes at 4PM

Please share the attached flyer broadly & stop by to participate! This is a critical step to developing two potential concepts for Collier Road based on community and stakeholder input.

Best, 

ADELINE COLLOT (she/her) | Program Director (Planning & Capital Projects)
upper westside improvement district
CELL | 404.804.1365

If you're planning to attend the UHNA exclusive member event at Your 3rd Spot this Sunday please RSVP so that we can get a good idea as to an estimated guest count to ensure we send out enough food.

RSVP LINK: https://www.ampforms.com/view.php?id=126314

Jessica Rooks
Director of Events and Membership Experiences
Your 3rd Spot™ •  AMP Up1 Hospitality
770.230.3033
[email protected]

Hi Neighbors!

We’ll have our Underwoods Hills Easter Egg Hunt on Sunday March 30 at Underwood Hills Park at 4pm.  Everyone is welcome.

Please drop off a dozen eggs filled with age appropriate goodies on the front walkway of my home, 1805 Ridgeway Avenue by noon March 30.

Please mark your bag of eggs based on each child’s age group (0-2, 3-6, 7 and up).

Please arrive for the Hunt at 4pm or earlier. We could always use help hiding eggs and once the event starts, the eggs are picked up pretty fast.

Please sign up to volunteer:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090D4DA8AC2DA5FD0-underwood2

I hope to see you with your basket.

Shane

​Dear Zone 1 Community Members,            (Zone 1 encompasses the Northwest side of Atlanta.   Some neighborhoods in Zone 1 include Ashview Heights, the Atlanta University Center, Collier Heights, Hunter Hills, Vine City, Washington Park, and West Lake.)    
 
As my time serving as your Police Commander over the past three years comes to a close, I wanted to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude for the trust and support you’ve shown me and my team. It has been an honor to serve alongside such a dedicated group of officers and community members, and I am proud of what we’ve accomplished together in this vibrant, diverse area.
 
Throughout my tenure, we’ve worked hard to create a safer, stronger Zone 1, and I am pleased to share a few of our key accomplishments:

1. Reduced Violent Crime & Gun Violence
2. Through these efforts and more, we’ve been able to reduce overall crime by 10% so far in 2025 and achieve the second-lowest crime rate across all Zones in 2022 and 2024. Our efforts also earned us the Atlanta Police Department 2023 Crime Reduction Award.
3. Addressed violent crime and gun violence at the Citgo (3657 Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive), significantly reducing incidents.
4. Community Engagement and Safety Initiatives
5. Rolled out Foot Patrols, Bicycle Patrols, and a team of Community Liaison Officers to address real-time quality of life concerns.
6. Engaged with the community through events such as National Night Out and Neighborhood/Business Watch initiatives.
7. Created the Zone 1 Citizen Advisory Board, ensuring diverse community representation.
8. Appointed a Gang Liaison on the Crime Suppression Team to assist with gang conflict alongside the APD Gang Unit.
9. Tackling Specific Neighborhood Issues

·       Provided steering wheel locks to combat Kia/Hyundai thefts until a sustainable solution was provided by the manufacturers.
·       Developed a Shoplifting/Larceny Liaison to combat thefts at key retailers such as Family Dollar, Dollar General, and Dollar Tree.
·       Established an Apartment Liaison and held quarterly meetings with apartment managers to address specific issues.

1. Collaborations with Local Institutions
2. Fostered partnerships with local colleges and universities including Atlanta University Center Consortium Police Departments: Clark Atlanta University, Morehouse College, Morehouse School of Medicine, and Spelman College.
3. Fostered partnerships with the Washington High School, Douglass High School, and KIPP clusters along with the Atlanta Public Schools Police Department.
4. Support for Local Events and Culture

·       Assisted with the planning and successful execution of the Caribbean Festival at West Side Park.
·       Formed a dedicated team of officers to mitigate the impact of large-scale events at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium on the Vine City community, addressing quality of life concerns such as illegal vending, parking, and traffic disruptions. This proactive approach ensured minimal disruption for residents while prioritizing their safety and daily needs.
·       Developed and implemented plans of action for seasonal needs including Summer, Spring Break, and Holiday planning.

1. Specialized Public Safety Efforts

·       Participated in Operation Firearms Summer Surge (2022) and the Gun Violence Summer Initiative with the FBI/ATF (2022).
·       Played an integral role in the creation of the public safety plan for the Bowen Homes Choice Neighborhoods project.
 
I am thrilled to introduce Major Kristin Knight ([email protected]) as my successor. She is an exceptional leader, deeply committed to serving this community. I am confident she will continue the work we’ve started, and with her leadership, Zone 1 will continue to thrive.
 
Thank you once again for the privilege of serving as your Commander. On Thursday, March 20, 2025, I will begin my new role as the Special Operations Section Commander for the Atlanta Police Department.  I will always cherish my time in Zone 1 and will remain committed to supporting this community. I am proud of all we’ve accomplished together, and I look forward to watching Zone 1 continue to grow and flourish.
 
Warm regards,
 

Major Reginald Moorman
Atlanta Police Commander, Zone 1

MARTA NextGen Bus Network final meetings which are being held this week. Included below is also a toolkit with collateral and other resources which will make it as “easy as 1-2-3” to share. Your help in spreading the word is greatly appreciated, as the feedback gathered will play a vital role in shaping the future of MARTA’s bus network! Please note that feedback is being accepted through March 16, 2025.

 Get Involved Today: Easy As 1-2-3

1. Take the Survey: Share your thoughts by taking our brief survey
2. Attend a Meeting: Join a public meeting virtually or in-person near you
3. Spread the Word: Help us reach more people in our region! Use our digital toolkit to access and share key resources:

• Post a Social Media Graphic (Post 1 | Post 2 | Post 3)
• Register for an upcoming Public Meeting
• Share Fact Sheet (English/Spanish)
• Learn about proposed route-specific changes:  Route Finder Tool and Route Profiles
• Flyer – County (English/Spanish)

North Fulton Lunch and Learn – MARTA NextGen Bus Network (virtual)
Monday, March 10, 2025
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Zoom Platform (register at bit.ly/martanextgen)
 
City of Atlanta Lunch and Learn – MARTA NextGen Bus Network (virtual)
Wednesday, March 12, 2025
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Zoom Platform (register at bit.ly/martanextgen)
 
Almuerzo y Aprendizaje - Systema de Red MARTA NextGen (virtual)
(Lunch and Learn in Spanish)
Thursday, March 13, 2025
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Zoom Platform (register at bit.ly/martanextgen)
 
Open House – MARTA NextGen Bus Network (in person)
Friday, March 14, 2025
2:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
MARTA Headquarters
2424 Piedmont Road NE, Atlanta, GA 30324

Significant Incidents

• Robbery - On February 13, 2025, a known frequent shoplifter shoplifted a candy bar from the Shell station at 1535 Chattahoochee Avenue.  When an employee approached him, he pulled out a large knife and brandished it toward the employee.  Officers responded and located the suspect who led them on a lengthy foot chase before he was apprehended.  The suspect was charged with Armed Robbery, Possession of a Knife During the Commission of a Felony, and Obstruction.  He was transported to the Fulton County Jail.

Det. Kevin Leonpacher
Atlanta PD / Underwood Hills Patrol