DeKalb county CEO Lorraine Cochran-Johnson delivered her second annual State of the County address on Thursday, May 7, 2026, outlining a bold vision for DeKalb County centered on economic development, infrastructure investment, housing, innovation, and government accountability.
This year’s theme, “Mission Possible: Believe the Unbelievable,” was unveiled through a cinematic, Matrix-themed presentation that framed DeKalb County’s progress as a choice to move beyond limitations and actively build the future through intentional leadership, innovation, and collective action.
Throughout her remarks, CEO Cochran-Johnson emphasized a unified strategy that connects economic development, infrastructure, housing, and government operations into a single, coordinated vision for the county’s future…