President's Message - April 21, 2025

From the President:

Shootings

Sadly, there were two shootings over the weekend in the downtown area.  This is an update we received from Captain Max Nowinsky:

The first incident occurred around 1:00 am on Sunday. Officers heard shots fired in the area of M.L.K. and St Julian. They observed a subject fleeing the area. The 19 y/o male was apprehended and found to be in possession of a rifle. There were no reported injuries. The suspect claimed he was being shot at and returned fire in defense. 

The second incident occurred shortly after 2:00 am on Sunday. Gunfire was heard in the area of Bay and Jefferson. Again, suspects were seen fleeing the area, they were pursued and apprehended. 2 adult males. Firearms were recovered. An adult male in a vehicle was injured after being grazed by a projectile. That victim stated his vehicle was shot at. Another adult male was also grazed by a projectile while standing on Bay. 

Both incidents resulted in quick response and arrests from members of our police department. 

City soliciting resident input

The City is looking for your input into how they should allocate funds from an upcoming Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax initiative that is currently being planned.  You can provide your responses to the survey here.  The Board encourages everyone to complete the survey and rank your priorities for these funds.

City Wide Community Clean-up

This Saturday, April 26, is the next city-wide litter pickup.  We encourage everyone to join your neighbors as we walk our respective Wards and tidy up our community.  Please look for details, times and meeting locations from your Ward Captain.

Board Elections

We are soliciting nominations for the DNA Board.  This is your opportunity to become involved with your community.

These are the positions up for election this year:

Treasurer

Secretary

Events Chair

Holiday Tour of Homes Chair

Ward Captains Chair

Public Safety Chair

The position descriptions can be found here. If you are interested in participating, please respond by April 24 to info@savannahdna.org

Ranking Priorities Survey

The Board wishes to thank those of you who have completed the ranking priorities survey.  As of yesterday, Sunday, April 20 we had 236 responses.  If you have yet to complete the survey, please do so this week.  It is open to DNA members only.

David McDonald

President

Downtown Neighborhood Association Savannah, GA Inc.