AIEV is a small, all-volunteer, non-profit community organization
with one goal: to help revitalize the historic, commercial heart of
Druid Hills in Emory Village.
We are an alliance of various stakeholders including local
neighbors, Emory Village businesses and property owners, and
representatives from Emory University. We recognize that revitalization can only be accomplished if the
Village becomes a community gathering spot that is popular with
patrons and profitable for its businesses and property owners. We
also recognize Druid Hills residents and Emory University must be
supportive of revitalization efforts.
AIEV is committed to achieving the best possible balance between
historic preservation and commercial success, as well as between
public safety, traffic enhancements, and creating a
pedestrian-friendly Village.
 
First New Druid Hills Park in 50 Years Opens
The rainy Halloween morning weather may have played a soggy trick on a hearty band of Druid Hills neighbors, but it couldn’t dampen spirits during the grand opening of Burbanck Park: the historic neighborhood’s first new park in 50 years.
The park, at the intersection of S. Oxford and Clifton roads, is on the outskirts of Emory Village. Read more.
Update on Road Improvements and Roundabout
Georgia Power is completing its roadwork in Emory Village, which includes the burial of overhead utility wires (excluding high voltage transmission lines) in a new duct bank under the street. The new conduit should be in place by Nov. 1. In preparation for Emory Village streetscape improvements.
Separately, Emory Village roundabout and streetscape work is expected to be bid to contractors in November with construction starting in early spring 2010. More >
Saba Plans to Reopen by January
Saba Restaurant, a local favorite in Emory Village, burned after hours late Sunday evening, Sept. 23 in an electrical fire. No one was injured. The fire destroyed part of the restaurant but owner Shane Mixon hopes to rebuild and reopen by Jan. 1. Saba, which continues to operate from its Oakhurst location, will deliver lunch and dinner to its customers in the Emory/Druid Hills area. Catering is also available. Call 404-377-9266 to order, and check for updates on rebuilding Saba at its website.
An Octane Boost for the Village
Octane Coffee Bar has done more than just take  over the old Method Coffee space. It has created a totally new look inside and is delivering single-origin coffees as well as pastries and desserts. Read more.
'Wonderful' Dining Alternative for Village
Wonderful World Burgers & More, of the Village’s newest eating spots, offers more than all-fresh food choices – it also features a refreshing marketing concept. Read more.
BP Site Readied for Sale
The BP station at the corner of Oxford and North Decatur Road was leveled this month, and the site planted with trees. The DeKalb Historic Preservation Planning Commission in July approved BP's request to demolish the gas station which closed earlier that month, remove underground tanks, and plant. BP apparently is retreating from the Atlanta market and plans to sell the property.
A Cleaner Creek
 …is runnng through Emory Village today. Volunteers Saturday, August 15, 2009 helped bring Burbanck Park to life in Druid Hills, the first new park in the intown neighborhood in a century. Clearing out non-native invasive plants and siting a new trail through the park led two young workers into Peavine Creek itself, where they found a soft-shelled turtle hiding under a leaf. Biologists volunteering with the cleanup agreed these turtles don’t live in dirty water, leading the neighbors such as Sally Sears (center) to conclude the creek is cleaner than many thought. Walt Drawdy (red shirt) and Josh Johnson look forward to more barefoot expeditions.
Commission Adopts New Rules for Serving Alcohol
The DeKalb County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved July 14 new rules for serving alcohol in mixed use communities, including Emory Village. The change is expected to encourage more fine restaurants to locate in Emory Village.The commission increased the buffer for a restaurant serving alcohol from the current 7-foot setback from abutting residential homes to a 50-foot setback. It also requires a 12:30 a.m. closing time for establishments serving mixed drinks.
Barnes & Noble Selected for Emory Bookstore
Barnes & Noble College Booksellers will operate Emory's new bookstore when it opens next spring on Oxford Road. The new site will also house a bookstore, coffee shop and Emory's admission office. More>
Recyclng Discontinued at CVS
Emory has discontinued the recycling drop off space at the CVS in Emory Village. More>>
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