Peach Tree Times

Members of the House and Senate Rockdale County Legislative Delegations, along with the House Minority Caucus and DeKalb County Legislative Delegation, are set to convene a meeting on Tuesday, October 8, 2024. The gathering will take place at 10 a.m. in room 606 of the Coverdell Legislative Office Building in Atlanta.

The meeting aims to address concerns from citizens, business owners, employees, and others affected by the recent Biolab chemical fire. Those interested in speaking at the event can sign up online.

"This is a terrifying time for the citizens of Rockdale County," said Rep. Rhonda Taylor (D-Conyers), chair of the Rockdale County House Legislative Delegation. She emphasized the need to focus on environmental and health impacts resulting from the incident. "We want to hear from anyone along the east corridor about how this incident has affected their lives and how we may be able to help."

State Senator Tonya Anderson (D-Lithonia) expressed readiness to listen to concerns from Rockdale County residents.

The session will bring together various legislative members who are eager to engage with those impacted by this regional issue.