Chief Executive Officer

Joseph “Jack” Lumpkin, Sr. is a native Athenian and long-standing steward of the area and the state of Georgia. In the 1970’s Jack began his commitment to public safety and service as he protected the community in which he resided. Now, over 50 years later he is still honoring that commitment and responsibility.

Rick Lemke is the public works director for DeKalb County, where he oversees and directs the Fleet Maintenance, Roads and Drainage, Sanitation and Transportation departments. 

Michelle Butler, Chief Procurement Officer

Peggy Vonsherie Allen, the associate director of Roads and Drainage, earned a bachelor of science degree in civil engineering from the University of Alabama.

David Pelton is the Transportation director.

Dionna Smith is the Chief Communications Officer providing strategic engagement across a variety of platforms to foster effective, transparent communication that educates and enlightens the c

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