CHAMBLEE, Ga. — A metro Atlanta city manager is resigning from his position, according to a news release.
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Chamblee City Manager John Walker shared the announcement on Thursday morning.
Walker was chosen as interim city manager in May 2016 and appointed to a permanent position in Sept. 2016.
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According to officials, during his time as city manager, Chamblee built a new state-of-the-art City Hall, a Public Safety Complex with Arrow Creek Park, Peachtree Road Streetscape and expanded the Rail Trail through the mid-city district.
“I’ve thoroughly enjoyed my time in Chamblee and am so impressed with the strong, dedicated and innovative people who work here,” said Walker. “Chamblee has always been a dream job for me, to create a more walkable and active community. I look forward to embarking on a new opportunity that continues to serve people.”
Walker will serve as the city manager until the end of November.
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