From Deer Overpopulation to Road Projects: Peachtree Corners City Updates with the City Manager

In this episode of Peachtree Corners Life , host Rico Figliolini sits down with City Manager Brian Johnson for a wide-ranging conversation on the issues shaping the city today. From the growing deer population—now far exceeding recommended levels—to the legal realities of wildlife management, Brian explains how the city is working within state constraints to implement long-term, humane solutions. The discussion also covers major infrastructure updates, including the East Jones Bridge Road replacement project and ongoing improvements along Peachtree Parkway to ease congestion and improve safety. Beyond roads and wildlife, Brian shares insights into the city’s new mobile app designed to improve communication with residents, as well as the ambitious effort to rewrite the city’s municipal code from the ground up to better reflect its evolving needs. From development projects and pedestrian safety to innovation initiatives like Curiosity Lab, the episode offers a comprehensive look at how the city is balancing growth, livability, and long-term vision. Timestamp: 00:00:00 – Introduction, sponsors, and episode overview 00:01:30 – Overview of topics: deer management, road projects, city updates 00:02:53 – Deer population study results and scale of overpopulation 00:04:30 – Legal limitations: why cities can’t directly manage wildlife 00:06:00 – Partnership with Georgia DNR and U.S. Wildlife Services 00:08:00 – How deer management will work (long-term, controlled process) 00:10:30 – East Jones Bridge Road project and bridge replacement details 00:13:00 – Additional roadwork: Peachtree Parkway (141) improvements and traffic flow changes 00:16:00 – Intersection redesign near Ingles & The Forum (safety improvements) 00:18:00 – Pedestrian crossings and roundabout plans at Peachtree Corners Circle 00:21:00 – City mobile app: features, service requests, and communication tools 00:24:00 – Municipal code rewrite: why the city is starting from scratch 00:28:00 – New challenges: EV charging stations, zoning, and regulation decisions 00:32:00 – ADUs (Accessory Dwelling Units) and housing considerations 00:36:00 – Development updates: townhomes, apartments, and The Forum plans 00:40:00 – Town Center improvements: restrooms, events, and Town Green updates 00:43:00 – Curiosity Lab expansion and innovation initiatives 00:46:00 – City events, community engagement, and closing thoughts

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From Deer Overpopulation to Road Projects: Peachtree Corners City Updates with the City Manager is an episode from Peachtree Corners Life LIVE by Rico Figliolini.

This episode is 56:43 long.

This episode was published on Apr 6, 2026.

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