DeKalb County CEO Lorraine Cochran Johnson invites residents to annual State of the County

Lorraine Cochran Johnson, chief executive officer of DeKalb County, recorded a short invitation to the county's annual State of the County, encouraging residents, businesses and partners to attend.

Johnson said the event is an opportunity "to come together with our business community, partners, and residents to celebrate what we've accomplished and share how we are continuing to strengthen DeKalb County." She identified herself on the recording: "I am Lorraine Cochran Johnson, and I am proud to serve as your CEO."

According to the recording, the event is presented "in partnership with our sponsors" and will emphasize collaboration and progress, with Johnson saying the county is "making meaningful progress and building a future we can all be proud of." She referenced last year's "Mission Possible" theme and urged listeners, "you don't want to miss what we have in store for you this year."

The transcript supplied for this notice contains no date, time, location, registration or sponsor names; those logistical details were not specified and should be confirmed with county communications before publication of event schedules. The recording closes with Johnson saying, "I look forward to seeing you there."