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can hammer in plastic nails to a post office where they can make and send their own postcards. “This gives the children a chance to learn more about their community and be involved,” said Lara Moore, one of the organizers of Tiny Town, along with Ashley Edney and Crystel Patrick. “The stations encapsulate places where they might go.” For 20 years, APC has run a day school for kindergartners, and they have 124 kids currently. For the last 10 years, APC

has had Tiny Town, allowing children to learn about the stores and people they might come into contact with, while also having fun. Along with the stores, members of the Alpharetta Public Safety Department helped teach safety. “They learn how and when to dial 911 and what to do in a fire,” said Officer Vincent Johnson with the Alpharetta Public Safety Department. Johnson, Officer John Allen and Deputy Fire Marshall John Kepler showed the kids safety tips and made sure to give out coloring books and stickers.

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to spell out the mechanics and standards expected in the construction, said Roswell Transportation Director Steve ROSWELL, Ga. – Roswell’s City Acenbrak. Council agreed Feb. 10 to have “The discussions were another go at putting a traffic good,” Bodker said. “We not signal at Brumbelow Road and only covered this item, but Nesbit Ferry Road. Mayor Wood brought up the The newly configured Johns potential for working on other Creek City Council took a step border issues with Roswell.” Jan. 27 toward laying to rest The advantage of a joint one of the controversies of project is that it receives a higher the recent city elections when priority for federal funds if it is a it signed off on a memorantraffic improvement for multiple dum of understanding (MOU) jurisdictions. Other traffic issues between the city and Roswell could become joint North Fulton that will clear the path for a projects. Roswell and Alpharetta traffic signal at have both exBrumbelow Road pressed interest and Nesbit Ferry in working more Road. closely on joint In a Jan. 27 projects of mutual workshop, Johns interest. Creek Mayor Mike “Once two or Bodker brought more cities are for approval a involved, the feds memorandum consider it a reof understandgional project and ing that he and it gets a higher Roswell Mayor priority as well as Jere Wood had federal money,” MIKE BODKER hammered out. It Bodker said. Johns Creek Mayor followed closely “Traffic doesn’t the original MOU recognize borders. proposed by RoIf all parties agree swell with some modifications to the projects, it’s a win-win for made. everybody.” Johns Creek would build Also at the meeting, the the improvements, however vote on Roswell’s Unified Debecause the entirety of the velopment Code (UDC) was deintersection resides in Roferred to Feb. 24, after changes swell, Roswell wanted the were made to the ordinance intergovernmental agreement and its accompanying map.

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ALPHARETTA, Ga. – The snows and ensuing metro-wide traffic jam Jan. 28 did not stop two men from allegedly driving dunk, one of them hitting a school bus. Police responded to reports of a crash at Waters Road and Cranchester Way at 6:25 p.m. on the day of the snows and traffic jams. Witnesses said they saw a Mitsubishi Lancer slide off the side of the road and hit a sign. It then drove away. Police caught up with the Lancer at the

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Road rage after snowjam traffic MILTON, Ga. – The snows of last month caused at least one Norcross resident to become violent toward her fellow drivers. At 3:30 p.m., Jan. 28, during the middle of the day-long traffic jam, the victim called police to say he was threatened by a passing motorist. He said his car became stuck at the intersection of Redd Road and Hagood Road. While he and a bystander were trying to dislodge the car, a black Scion pulled alongside and the female driver began yelling at the victim, saying, “I am going to pull my Glock out of the box and shoot you in the

scene of another crash – where it had hit the rear of a school bus. Witnesses there said the driver never hit the brakes before hitting the bus. The driver, Derrick James McMillan, 23, of Waters Mill Drive, Alpharetta, was taken through sobriety tests and failed. He was arrested for DUI, driving too fast for conditions, driving with a suspended license, failure to exchange insurance information, reckless driving and failure to carry a license while driving. At 2 a.m. the next morning with traffic still snarled, police and crews were clear-

ing the ramp from Ga. 400 at the top of Mansell Road. The ramp was closed as crews moved stalled or crashed vehicles. Traffic northbound on Ga. 400 was also stopped for the work. While this was happening, a red Jaguar allegedly sped past all the workers and police. The driver, David Scott Postier, 51, of Grey Abbey Drive, Alpharetta, was pulled over and the officer noted Postier smelled of alcohol. He failed sobriety tests. Postier was arrested for DUI, driving with an open container of alcohol, reckless driving, littering and failure to obey traffic directions.

Alpharetta, was arrested Jan. 18 on Old Milton Parkway in Alpharetta for DUI and failing to signal when changing lanes. ►► Dustin Nicholas Diagle, 19, of Ridge Hill Drive, Johns Creek, was arrested Jan. 19 on Webb Bridge Road in Alpharetta for DUI and failure to obey a traffic control device. ►► Misty Jean Morrow, 28, of Grayson was arrested Jan.

19 on Windward Parkway in Alpharetta for DUI. ►► Cesar A. Gomez-Villanueva, 22, of Webb Bridge Court, Alpharetta, was arrested Jan. 21 on Windward Parkway in Alpharetta for DUI and failure to maintain lane. ►► Rebecca Levater Wilson, 25, of Rosemont Parkway, Roswell, was arrested Jan. 22 on North Point Parkway in

Alpharetta for DUI and headlight requirements. ►► Daniel J. Butcher, 22, of Newport Bay Passage, Alpharetta, was arrested Jan. 23 on North Point Parkway in Alpharetta for DUI and failure to signal when changing lanes. ►► Derek James Naus, 35, of Spinmaker Lane, Alpharetta,

head.” The Scion then drove off. A check of the license plate turned up a suspect at a Norcross address.

ticket was made out for speeding and the officer asked Hill to sign it. Hill refused, allegedly repeating, “Take me to jail.” After being given several chances to sign the citation, Hill was arrested. When he was placed in the police car, the officer noted Hill’s breath smelled of alcohol. A search of Hill’s car turned up receipts for that night from several bars totaling more than $120. Hill was charged with speeding and DUI.

identified as Rochelle Williams, 23, of Raintree Drive, Roswell, fit the description of a burglary suspect from earlier in the day. The victim told police someone had entered her Summerfield Drive home between 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. and stole a bracelet, necklace, watch and silverware. Also taken was a ring with the victim’s name on it. All items were found in Williams’ bag, except for the silverware. Williams said she got the items from her mother’s home with the permission of her father. Williams was arrested for burglary.

Man talks himself into DUI charge ALPHARETTA, Ga. – A Milton man argued his way up from a speeding ticket to a DUI charge Feb. 1. An Alpharetta Police officer spotted a vehicle driving westbound on Windward Parkway at a high rate of speed. The officer clocked it as going 50 mph in a 30 mph zone using radar. Getting behind the suspect car, the officer pulled it over. The driver, John Edward Hill, 46, of Deer Creek Place, Milton, asked the officer to explain how his speed was estimated, disputing that he was speeding. The officer notes in his report that Hill was combative and uncooperative. A

Pawn shop helps nab burglar ALPHARETTA, Ga. – A suspected burglar was arrested Jan. 27 when she allegedly tried to pawn items stolen from a residence. Police were called to the pawn shop on Mansell Road at 5:50 p.m. when a suspicious person came in. The person,

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Continued from Page 2 was arrested Jan. 23 on Ga. 400 in Alpharetta for DUI, open container, reckless driving, possession of marijuana and speeding. ►► Alfredo Hernandez-Atonal, 38, of Calibre Creek Parkway, Roswell, was arrested Jan. 23 on Old Milton Parkway in Alpharetta for DUI, no license and tag light requirement. ►► Prakash D. Parmar, 48, of Smyrna was arrested Jan. 24 on Ga. 400 in Alpharetta for DUI, speeding, failure to maintain lane and failure to allow an emergency vehicle to

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SANDY SPRINGS, Ga. – Fulton County Commissioner Tom Lowe has announced his retirement from Fulton County Board of Commissioners. LOWE He intends to complete his current term, which ends this year.

Lowe was first elected to the Board of Commissioners in 1974. He is now in his 40th year of service and is among the longest-serving county commissioners in Georgia. Lowe announced his retirement during the Feb. 5 meeting of the Board of Commissioners. “I’m in my 40th year of service and have not missed any regular meetings,” he said. “That is 470 meetings

so far. I’ve enjoyed the people here, and enjoyed standing with them and by them. “I’d like to thank my wife, former state House member Bettye Lowe, who was probably the first Republican to win countywide in Fulton County,” Lowe said. “I’d also like to thank the rest of my family for their support. “I think the greatest thing in the world is to know when

your time is up. I’ve got to spend more time with my family and it’s time for me to go,” he said. “I offer my best wishes to each and every one of you, and my staff. Thanks so much for 40 good years.” Following his announcement, Lowe’s colleagues on the Board of Commissioners gave him a standing ovation and thanked him for his service to Fulton County citizens.

Alpharetta public safety director on weather task force ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Alpharetta Public Safety Director Gary D. George has been appointed by Gov. Nathan Deal to the newly created weather task force. The weather task force will examine the recent weather ice event, its impact upon metro Atlanta roadways and make recommendations to the governor in an effort to mitigate future occurrences upon Georgia’s citizens. Deal said the purpose of the task force is to “better prepare our state, its communities and our resources for bad weather.” The task force is composed of the heads of the Georgia

Emergency Management Agency, the Georgia Department of Transportation, the Department of Natural Resources, GEORGE the Georgia National Guard, the DeKalb, Fulton and Marietta school districts, state senators and representatives, Atlanta-area police and fire departments, along with other private sector companies. George brings more than

43 years of law enforcement experience to the panel. He served the Independence, Mo., Police Department for over three decades in a variety of assignments. He became a police officer in March 1970 and was promoted through the ranks, serving as a detective, sergeant, captain and eventually as the assistant chief of police. In 1997, he was named chief of police for the Independence Police Department. In 2001, George was selected by the city of Alpharetta to be its police chief. In 2006, police and fire services were

combined to form the Alpharetta Department of Public Safety. George was appointed and continues to serve as the director of Alpharetta Public Safety. “I am grateful to be one of only two municipal police chiefs/directors to be selected for appointment to Gov. Nathan Deal’s weather task force,” George said. “I am very appreciative of our governor, and I look forward to working with other task force members in an effort to meet our governor’s expectations and those of our citizens.” – Staff

Johns Creek’s desire for shared rec services meets with nods Sister rec directors enthusiastic to explore ideas By HATCHER HURD hatcher@northfulton.com JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – With the blessings of the new City Council, Johns Creek Mayor Mike Bodker is pursuing more bilateral or multilateral partnerships with other North Fulton cities for mutual benefit, and the top of his list is recreation and parks. Now that Bodker is off the City Council’s leash, he is eager to explore ideas of sharing projects and services among other North Fulton cities and he is starting with recreation. A straw poll of other North Fulton city officials shows there is

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with [other entities] and then bring back those discussions to the council.” The council would then discuss, consider and GLOVER tweak it until the council had a policy it could support. Then, council would take it back to the other party and hammer out a final agreement. Roswell Recreation and Parks Director Joe Glover has one of the top four recreation departments in the country based on its third top-four finish for the Gold Medal award given by the National Parks and Recreation Association. He oversees a lot of parkland and has the budget to share. Is Roswell interested in sharing services? Glover says that is all over his radar screen. “We’ve been trying to do that for a while,” Glover said. “You want to do more things with younger people, what appeals to them. There is always room for plenty more. “In recreation, we cooperate with everybody. North Fulton recreation [directors] have discussions all the time,” he said. “We all want the same thing,

which is to serve as many people we can in a way that makes fiscal sense.” Glover said he is glad to hear Bodker and Johns Creek want to sit down to talk about shared services. He said he is ready any time. Everyone talks about an aquatic center such as the one Forsyth County recently opened. That won’t happen for North Fulton unless the cities decide to cooperate and share costs. Jim Cregge has a unique take on the idea of shared services. He is not only the Milton Recreation and Parks Department director, he is also the former chairman of the Alpharetta Recreation Commission. As coach and administrator, he has been hands-on involved in local recreation for a number of years. Cregge’s first reaction to the idea that Johns Creek wants to explore sharing recreation services was two words: “Wow. Wow.” He was excited, to say the least. He said Alpharetta and Milton have been working closely together on recreation for some years now, and he has found it to be successful. Cregge said an accommodation seems to makes sense for Alpharetta and Johns Creek because Alpharetta’s Webb

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Avossa named to governor’s weather task force One of 32 metro leaders to help state prepare for emergency events I’m asked all the By CANDY WAYLOCK candy@northfulton.com ATLANTA – The Fulton County School System will have a seat at the table when Gov. Nathan Deal convenes his Severe Winter Weather Task Force this month. The panel will review better ways of handling unprecedented weather events such as “Snow Jam 2014,” and how to coordinate the response from a regional perspective. Fulton Schools Superintendent Robert Avossa is one of only three education officials on the 32-member task force that includes representatives from police, fire, government and the business community. Other school officials on the task force include Emily Lembeck, superintendent of the Marietta City School System, and Michael Thurmond, who leads the DeKalb County School System. “I’m honored that the governor has asked me to participate on the task force,” said Avossa. “There are a lot of lessons to be learned, and understanding there are some [decisions] we have control over and others

that we do not, but which still impact Fulton Schools.” He said the recent emergency was centered more on the widespread traffic gridlock, and less on the weather, which significantly impaired the system’s ability to get kids home. “I’m asked all the time why Fulton [schools] were so impacted, and it’s really because every main artery in Atlanta goes through Fulton,” said Avossa. “And that is something we have to discuss regionally.” The task force will meet on Feb. 18 and March 4 in a public forum in Atlanta, with the goal of delivering preparedness information to Deal within 60 days of the meetings. While the public will not address the task force directly during the meeting, they are invited to submit questions and comments to swptf@georgia.gov for the panel to review. Communication with state school systems was identified as a priority for the governor, especially during potential weather threats. “Effective immediately, a storm warning will trigger a message to cellphones in targeted areas, as in the Am-

time why Fulton [schools] were so impacted, and it’s really because every main artery in Atlanta goes through Fulton,” ROBERT AVOSSA Fulton Schools Superintendent

ber Alert system, and advise against road travel,” said Deal. “We will go one step further with school superintendents by emailing them weather condition updates, so that they have the most up-to-date information when determining whether to close schools.” State officials maintain they cannot make decisions for school systems to close, however that has been done in the recent past. In September 2005, Gov. Sonny Perdue requested all public schools to close for two days, Sept. 26-27,

‘Drill’ for late start goes well

School officials test preparedness for starting school later ATLANTA – Last Thursday night, ahead of a possible winter weather event, Fulton School officials sent out a note to parents advising them school could be delayed two hours the following morning if roads got icy overnight. After being burned for late and lack of information during the weather event a week earlier, school officials said the warning was sent out in an “abundance of caution.” While the precipitation never materialized, Fulton Superintendent Robert Avossa said the warning was used as a drill to test how parents could be kept informed, while making sure principals and schools had plans in place to open late. “We’ve never really practiced starting late or dismissing early when it’s not planned [with advance warning],” said Avossa. “So this was our first drill on protocol for communications and organization.” He said when the delays in order to conserve fuel ahead of a hurricane. While the order

and early dismissals are planned well in advance, the procedure is much simpler than when it is a response to a developing event. “How do we evacuate students and get 900 bus drivers to schools when they don’t live and sleep in the bus barn and may live be several counties away?” he asked. Practicing the response, he said, helps develop plans to answer those questions. Starting this week, Fulton parents are being asked to provide input and suggestions on how the school system can be more responsive and prepared for emergencies. Avossa said a tab will be located on the home page of the system’s website (fultonschools.org) for input. He will then take this information to the Severe Weather Task Force, which Avossa was appointed to by Gov. Nathan Deal. – Candy Waylock was not mandatory, most systems complied.

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HS for winter storm efforts ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Gov. Nathan Deal presents Alpharetta High School Principal Shannon Kersey with a commendation for outstanding service by the school staff for their efforts during the winter storm last month. More than 200 students were stranded overnight at the school because of the snowstorm and transportation issues on Jan. 28. Dozens of staff members volunteered to remain with the students throughout the night to ensure their comfort and safety. Deal is traveling throughout the area honoring the efforts made by school staff across the metro area. – Candy Waylock

MHS athletes sign with colleges MILTON, Ga. – A dozen Milton High School athletes recently signed to play sports at the college level. In front, from left, are Lydia Witkowski (softball, Georgia Southern); Emma Harden (lacrosse, Virginia Tech); Kayla Jones (golf, Florida State); MacKenzie Lech (lacrosse, San Diego State) and Katie Grover (swim, UCLA). In back, from left, are Ryan Gridley (baseball, Mississippi State); Hunter Sanna (lacrosse, Sienna College); Shawn O’Connell (basketball, Georgia Southern); Mo Lewis (basketball, Navy); Jack Thompson (baseball, Georgia State); Dylan Cease (baseball, Vanderbilt) and Alex Schnell (baseball, Clemson). —Jonathan Copsey

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ROSWELL, Ga. – Roswell will be host to the third annual Cornbread Cook-Off as part of Roswell Roots: A Festival of Black History and Culture Saturday, Feb. 22, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Child Development Association in Roswell. Professional and amateur cooks are invited to join in for this fun and free competition. Participants can register for the event through Feb. 19 at www.roswellroots.com/cornbread. Space is limited and participants will be accepted on a first-come basis. “The Cornbread Cook-Off

has become a tradition in the Roots festival,” said Historic and Cultural Affairs Manager Morgan Timmis. “We look forward every year to seeing which cornbread will win the hearts of the judges and the general public.” Each entrant is asked to fully prepare approximately four 9-by-13-inch baking sheets of cornbread for tasting. There will be a panel of professional judges as well as a People’s Choice Award. There is no entry fee, and prizes will be awarded for first and second place in both the professional and amateur

categories in addition to the People’s Choice. Last year, the Professional and People’s Choice Award went to Oak Street Café for Joe’s Pioneer Cornbread with Tomato Bacon Jam. This family-friendly event is free and open to the public. Attendees are encouraged to sample all the cornbread and place their vote for the People’s Choice Award. The Child Development Association is at 89 Grove Way, Roswell. For a full listing of Roswell Roots events, visit www. roswellroots.com. – Staff

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Handel wants D.C. shakeup Speaks to North Fulton Rotary By JONATHAN COPSEY jonathan@northfulton.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Washington needs a shakeup. That’s what Karen Handel, candidate for U.S. Senate, said needs to happen to right America’s ship. She spoke to members of the Rotary Club of North Fulton Feb. 4 about what she hopes to do once she is in office.

“There is one thing missing in Washington. You have to deliver results. And the bottom line is that results are not there,” Handel said. With gridlock among the two parties and a Republican Party facing fracturing, Handel, a Republican candidate, stressed the need for results to turn around a crumbling faith in Congress. Handel is running in the Republican primary vacated by longtime Sen. Saxby Chambliss. She is running against a large field of candidates, including U.S. Reps. Paul Broun,

Phil Gingrey and Jack Kingston, as well as businessman David Perdue. Fixing the country’s fiscal problems is high on her list of objectives if she wins the seat. “We have had no tax reform in 30 years,” she said. “We have the highest corporate tax rate of any industrial country in the world. With regulations going up, companies are under siege.” She said regulatory agencies have moved beyond just enforcing rules, but are actively trying to find fines. For example, she said, payment processing companies fall

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Kathleen Magee Stroud passed away from breast cancer Dec. 15, 2013 but will be remembered as a mother, wife, teacher and role model and the love and passion that she left behind. “Kathleen taught me so much over the years,” said friend and confidant Keller Torrey. “She was first and foremost a mother and nurturer. But she was such an educator, in every sense of the word.” “She was able to gratefully and gracefully accept help when needed, and she taught me how to talk openly, honestly and humorously even when faced with challenges. I witnessed her undying faith and I grew in mine.” There will be a celebration of Kathleen’s life at Roswell United Methodist Church on Thursday, Feb. 13th at 4 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations be made to the Kathleen Stroud Memorial Fund (at any SunTrust bank) or to the Kathleen Magee Stroud Endowment Fund of the STAR House Foundation (starhousefoundation.org).

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Kim Dodson, Roswell “One year in high school, my valentine left me a small, cute gift in my locker between each period. I thought it was really cute.” Nicole Smith, Canton “A few years ago on Valentine’s Day, my husband took me to the circus, and I really enjoyed it.” Nate Webster, Milton “I always enjoyed decorating shoeboxes for Valentine’s Day in elementary school and receiving candy and cards from friends in WEBSTER them. It was fun.” Jennie Montgomery, Alpharetta “One Valentine’s Day date that I really enjoyed was when my husband took me to the Chattahoochee River for a picnic. We ate steaks MONTGOMERY in candlelight, and it was really romantic.” Lori Woods, Alpharetta “The Valentine’s Day before I was engaged to my husband, he decided to wrap up and give me this small box. I really thought he was goWOODS ing to propose because we had been dating for a long time and the moment seemed right. When I opened it, I was expecting a ring. It turned out to be

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I’m not the best at writing poems, but all sorts like couplets and sonnets. I’ve filled these poems with all the memories we’ve had together, both the good and bad. I always read them on Valentine’s Day after we’ve eaten our heart-shaped pancakes with strawberries and cranberry juice because they are red. It’s a big event. My kids always want to be there because they know I’m going to cry. This year, it’s his first turn in 39 years to write the poem though.” Christina Dooley, Roswell “One Valentine’s Day, a bunch of my girlfriends and I went to the movies in our PJs. It was fun, but it didn’t really capture the spirit of the holiday. Another memorable Valentine’s Day happened when I was 15. My boyfriend’s mom picked me up in her minivan to drive us to our date. I remember it because it was really funny.” Caroline Lee, Johns Creek “I remember one Valentine’s Day my ex-boyfriend played a song on the piano for me. It was one that I had taught him. He wasn’t very good, but LEE it was pretty impressive and funny that he wanted to play for me. He later said that he was nervous because I play so well and know the song he played, so I would catch all his mistakes. He just played the piano. He didn’t give me any chocolate or anything, but it was definitely the most memorable Valentine’s Day I ever had.” —Photos and interviews by Lindsey Conway

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“Term limits will help bring new blood into government,” she said. Problems can be solved by sticking to principles rather than politics. She chastised her party for often not doing enough to fix problems. Pointing to “Hillarycare,” the Clinton-era health

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ONLINE AUCTION BY CITY OF ALPHARETTA Beginning at 8:00 AM, Monday, March 3, 2014, and continuing until all items are sold; the City of Alpharetta in conjunction with GovDeals will conduct an online auction to sell surplus material, equipment, and vehicles. To view the surplus items or to place a bid, please visit www.govdeals.com. All sales will be final to the highest bidder and sold as is, where is, with no warranty expressed or implied. The City of Alpharetta and GovDeals reserves the right to reject any and all bids, and the right to waive formalities. Once the items are sold, the coordination of and actual removal of the items must be completed by the selected party.

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The following items will be heard at a public hearing held by the Planning Commission on Thursday, March 6, 2014 commencing at 7:30 p.m. in the Alpharetta City Hall Council Chambers, 2 South Main Street, Alpharetta, Georgia.

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Items forwarded by the Planning Commission will be considered by the City Council on Monday, March 24, 2014 commencing at 7:30 p.m. in the Alpharetta City Hall Council Chambers, 2 South Main Street, Alpharetta, Georgia. a. Z-14-02 Broadwell House Consideration of a request to rezone approximately 2.97 acres from R15 to R8A in order to develop 24 townhomes. A change to the Comprehensive Land Use Plan to allow “High Density Residential” is also requested as well as a stream buffer and building setback variance. The property is legally described as being located in Land Lot 1270, 2nd District, 2nd Section, Fulton County, Georgia. b. Z-13-15/V-13-18 Stonewalk Mayfield Corners Consideration of a request to rezone 2.4 acres from R-15 to R-10MHD and O-P (Historic District) in order to permit “for-sale” single family attached and detached homes as well as office. The property is located at the southeast corner of Mayfield Road and Canton Street and legally described as being located in Land Lots 1197, 1252 2nd District, 2nd Section, Fulton County, Georgia. c. Z-14-05/CLUP-14-03/V-14-06 Winthrope Park Townhomes Consideration of a request to rezone approximately 6 acres from C-2 to R8A in order to develop 47 townhomes. A change to the Comprehensive Land Use Plan to allow “High Density Residential” is also requested as well as a reduction in the required undisturbed buffer adjacent to the commercial property northeast of the site. The property is legally described as being located in Land Lot 1124, 2nd District, 2nd Section, Fulton County, Georgia. d. Z-14-04/CLUP-14-02/V-14-02 Marietta Street Townhomes Rezone from CUP & R-10M TO R-8A in order to develop townhomes. A variance to the required City creek buffers and setbacks is also requested as well as well as a change to the Comprehensive Land Use Plan from “High Density Residential” to permit “Medium Density Residential”. The property is located in Land Lot 1270 2nd District, 2nd Section, Fulton County, Georgia. e. PH-14-02 Unified Development Code – Special Event Facilities Consideration of an amendment to the Unified Development Code in order to permit special event facilities (amphitheaters) to hold events up to 30 days without obtaining City Council approval. Note: Georgia law requires that all parties who have made campaign contributions to the Mayor or to a Council Member in excess of two hundred fifty dollars ($250) within the past two (2) years must complete a campaign contribution report with the Community Development Department. The complete text of the Georgia law and a disclosure form are available in the office of the City Clerk, 2 South Main Street.

Along with previously advertised items, the following items will be heard at a public hearing held by the City Council on Monday, February 24, 2014 commencing at 7:30 p.m. in the Alpharetta City Hall Council Chambers, 2 South Main Street, Alpharetta, Georgia. a. PH-13-15 Capital Improvements Element Consideration of a resolution adopting the capital improvements element of the Comprehensive Land Use Plan. Note: Georgia law requires that all parties who have made campaign contributions to the Mayor or to a Council Member in excess of two hundred fifty dollars ($250) within the past two (2) years must complete a campaign contribution report with the Community Development Department. The complete text of the Georgia law and a disclosure form are available in the office of the City Clerk, 2 South Main Street.

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Butler University INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – Jessica Williams of Suwanee recently danced in Butler Ballet’s 31st annual production of “The Nutcracker” in Clowes Memorial Hall of Butler University. Butler Ballet’s performance of Tchaikovsky’s classic featured 112 Butler dancers, plus 33 young dancers from the Indianapolis community, and was accompanied by the Butler Symphony Orchestra.

Harding University SEARCY, Ark. – Suwanee resident Victoria Sams, a social work major at Harding University, was inducted into the university’s Alpha Chi Honor Society Nov. 17, 2013. The society recognizes the academic excellence of college students nationwide. To be selected for induction, students must be in the top 10 percent of their class. Alpha Chi encourages high standards and acknowledges the scholarship of these students.

Virginia Commonwealth University RICHMOND, Va. – The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi announced that Alexis Collins of Roswell was recently initiated into Phi Kappa Phi, the nation’s oldest and most selective collegiate honor society for all academic disciplines. Collins is pursuing a degree in dance at Virginia Commonwealth University. Membership is by invitation and requires nomination and approval by a chapter. Only the top 10 percent of seniors and 7.5 percent of juniors, having at least 72 semester hours, are eligible for membership.

Johnson and Wales University PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Anna Federspiel of Milton, a freshman at Johnson and Wales University in Providence, earned Dean’s List honors for the fall 2013 semester. Federspiel is enrolled in the Hospitality College at JWU.

University of Virginia CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. – Fellowship Christian School graduate Emily Sonnett helped the University of Virginia women’s soccer team reach the NCAA Division I Championship

College Cup Tournament for the first time since 1991. The sophomore defender was also among four Virginia players named to the First Team of the All-Southeast squad by the National Soccer Coaches Association of America (NSCAA). Sonnett, who graduated from FCS in Roswell in 2012, ranked eighth on the Lady Cavaliers with nine points (two goals, five assists).

Tennessee Wesleyan College ATHENS, Tenn. – Tennessee Wesleyan College has proudly accepted new students for enrollment for the upcoming academic year and welcomes Christopher Mokros of Roswell as a new TWC Bulldog.

University of Alabama TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – Alexis Lanning, a telecommunications and film major from Johns Creek, was named to the fall 2013 Dean’s List at the University of Alabama. Lanning was also inducted into the Alpha Lambda Delta Honor Society. Eligibility for both is based on a grade point average of 3.5 or greater.

Georgia Southern University STATESBORO, Ga. – Christopher J. Davis of Milton received Dean’s List honors during the spring 2013 semester at Georgia Southern University. Davis is currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in business administration and information systems. The 2011 graduate of Alpharetta High School plans to graduate from Georgia Southern in 2015.

University of Hartford WEST HARTFORD, Conn. – Sherry-Ann Nelson of Suwanee graduated from the University of Hartford during fall commencement on Dec. 8, 2013, with a bachelor’s degree in nursing.

SCHOOLS Randolph-Macon Academy FRONT ROYAL, Va. – Kevin C. Slaton, a senior at RandolphMacon Academy, has received the Coaches’ Award in varsity football for the 2013 fall sports season. He was also named to the Patriot Football Conference First Team for running back and defensive back. He is the son of Karen Slaton-Dixon of Suwanee.

Wheaton College WHEATON, Ill. – Wheaton College student Kimberly Snooks recently performed in “Before the Marvel,” the 2013 Christmas Festival presented by the Wheaton College Conservatory of Music. Snooks, a junior from Alpharetta, played cello with the symphony orchestra.

University of Michigan ANN ARBOR, Mich. – Zachary Lavender of Alpharetta graduated with high honors and a bachelor’s degree in music from the School of Music, Theatre and Dance at the University of Michigan. Lavender majored in music composition and will begin pursuing a graduate degree in 2014.

Belmont University NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Several local residents recently performed in Belmont University’s nationally televised “Christmas at Belmont” concert, which was aired on PBS. More than 800 student musicians joined the Belmont School of Music faculty and the Nashville Children’s Choir for the taping of the annual production of traditional carols, classical masterworks and seasonal favorites. Local student performers appearing on the broadcast included Jacob Robinson of Roswell, Colby Lapolla of Milton, Dustin Fichter of Alpharetta, Elizabeth Monahan of Roswell, Samuel Eisenberg of Alpharetta, Carolina Rodriguez of Alpharetta, Sarah Terning of Johns Creek and Haley Smith of Roswell.

Georgia Southern Westminster School University SIMSBURY, Conn. – Lauren Boures of Johns Creek, a junior at Westminster School in Simsbury, Conn., earned honors for the fall 2013 academic term.

Ashland University ASHLAND, Ohio – Kelly Rodgers of Roswell received a master’s degree in American history and government from Ashland University at the winter commencement ceremony on Dec. 14.

STATESBORO, Ga. – Nicole Baar and Will Biddy, both seniors at Roswell High School, recently participated in Scholars Day, sponsored by the Georgia Southern University Admissions Office in Statesboro. More than 250 exceptional high school seniors with outstanding SAT and ACT scores gathered at GSU for the 11th annual Scholars Day to interview for academic and leadership scholarships as well as

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Metropolitan State University St. Paul, Minn., – Lorena Walker of Alpharetta received in 2013 her Master’s Degree of Public and Nonprofit Administration from Metropolitan State University in St. Paul, Minn. Metropolitan University is a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System.

Georgia Tech ATLANTA – Zachary Campbell, a sophomore at Georgia Tech, made the Faculty Honors list for both spring and fall 2013. The Faculty Honors List recognizes those students who achieve a 4.0 grade point average.

Brevard College BREVARD, N.C. – Two local students were honored by Brevard College in Brevard, N.C., for their work during the fall 2013 semester. Nicholas Bier of Cumming was named to the Dean’s List. To be eligible for the Dean’s List, a student must be enrolled full-time and earn a 3.50 grade point average or higher for the semester. Christopher Frohsin of Milton was named to the Honor Roll. To be eligible for the Honor Roll, students must be enrolled full-time and earn a grade point average of 3.0 to 3.49 during the semester.

Armstrong Atlantic State University SAVANNAH, Ga. – The following local students were named to the fall 2013 Dean’s List at Armstrong Atlantic State University in Savannah. To make the Dean’s List, students must earn a grade point average of at least 3.6. John Gomez of Roswell is a radiological sciences/nuclear medicine major. Alyssa Plemmons is a pre-radiological sciences major from Cumming. Jessica Schlender is a psychology major from Alpharetta.

The Loomis Chaffee School WINDSOR, Conn. – Samir Agadi, a sophomore from Alpharetta, has been named to the Honor Roll for the fall 2013 term at the Loomis Chaffee School.

Louisburg College LOUISBURG, N.C. – Jeffrey Sneed of Cumming completed courses with exemplary marks and made the Dean’s List for the fall 2013 semester at Louisburg College. To be named

to the Dean’s List, a student must have a semester grade point average of at least 3.5. In addition, Kenneth Miller of Duluth completed courses with exemplary marks and made the Honors List for fall semester 2013 at Louisburg College. To be named to the Honors List, a student must have a semester grade point average of at least 3.0 to 3.49.

Savannah College of Art and Design SAVANNAH, Ga. – Local residents recently graduated from the Savannah College of Art and Design. Jessica Gray of Johns Creek earned a bachelor’s degree in graphic design with a minor in advertising. Sarah Al-Mahdi of Alpharetta earned a bachelor’s degree in fashion marketing and management with a minor in photography. Elizabeth Ordonez of Roswell earned a bachelor’s degree in advertising. Joshua Wood of Alpharetta earned a master’s degree in visual effects. Andrew Averso of Cumming earned a bachelor’s degree in fashion marketing and management. Ann Hancock of Suwanee earned a bachelor’s degree in visual communication. Joshua Wood of Alpharetta earned a master’s degree in visual effects.

American Hebrew Academy GREENSBORO, N.C. – American Hebrew Academy student Jacob Frenkel was named to the Principal’s Honor Roll for the fall trimester of 2013. Frenkel, a senior from Alpharetta, is one of 18 students to qualify for the Principal’s Honor Roll this trimester, denoting an academic average of 95 or higher. In addition, American Hebrew Academy student Roland Rosenberg was named to the Dean’s Honor Roll for the fall trimester of 2013. Roland is a freshman from Cumming.

Reinhardt University WALESKA, Ga. – Reinhardt University announced that 402 students have been named to the Dean’s List for fall semester 2013. The following local residents were among those included on the list: Brandon Keith of Alpharetta, Laura Rincon of Alpharetta, Natasha Robinson of Alpharetta, Morgan Twiss of Alpharetta, Audrey Vassell of Duluth, Jessica Lowenstein of Johns Creek, Jeremy Morris of Johns Creek, Kaylee Rinesmith of Johns Creek, Jeremy Burns of Suwanee, Noah Ford of Suwanee, George Minor of Suwanee and Erika Szatmary of Suwanee.

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Milton’s Paulk tops list of college recruits Injured Eagles’ RB signs with Tennessee By MIKE BLUM news@northfulton.com NORTH FULTON, Ga. – After a hectic 2013 college football signing day in North Fulton, last week was much less dramatic. Only one area player signed to play with one of the country’s power conferences. Milton High School running back Treyvon Paulk was the area’s highest profile recruit, signing with Tennessee despite missing most of the past season with a knee injury. Paulk will be a teammate of former Alpharetta quarterback Joshua Dobbs, who ended the season as the Vols’ starter Chad Toliver, who starred in his only season for Milton as a running back, kick returner and defensive back, will play both football and lacrosse at Rutgers, with lacrosse his primary sport. Punter Matt Moskowitz signed a letter of intent to attend the Air Force Academy, while defensive back Jordan Genovese will be a part of Kennesaw State’s fledgling football program. Joining Moskowitz at Air Force will be Alpharetta wide receiver Daniel Clements. Andre Harton, who also started at wide receiver for the Raiders, signed with Holy Cross along with Alpharetta safety Todd Stratton. Defensive lineman Auzoyah Alufohai, who has played just one season of football, signed with Kennesaw State.

Linebacker Bryce Grauss, the Defensive Player of the Year in North Fulton, was not heavily recruited by larger schools and signed with Division II Adams State in Colorado. Chattahoochee wide receiver Colin Lisa and quarterback Taz Wilson both signed with Division I Alabama-Birmingham, sticking with their original commitments after the school made a head coaching change. Running back Chase Nelson signed with Wofford and will join former Northview quarterback Evan Jacks, who started for the Terriers as a redshirt freshman, and Centennial wide receiver Wade Francis on the roster. Chattahoochee wide receiver Avery Ward signed with Mercer, which played its first football season in 2013 and has a number of local players in its roster. Johns Creek linebacker Todd Blackwell, who missed most of the season with an injury, will also play for Mercer. Blessed Trinity, which reached the quarterfinals of the Class AAA playoffs, had one of area’s largest signing classes. Kicker Marc Nolan signed with FCS playoff qualifier Stony Brook as a punter. Safety Chris Keegan, who missed most of the season with an injury, will play at Harvard, joining former Centennial quarterback Jimmy Meyer. Zach Mitchler, who starred as both an offensive lineman and linebacker, will be among the local group of athletes who will get Kennesaw State’s program started. Other BT players who will play in college next season are linebacker Carter McManes

(Samford), offensive lineman Tray Cato (Liberty) and wide receiver Colin Bradley (Centre), with Bradley joining a number of local athletes at the Kentucky school. Signing from Roswell were receiver Kendall Smith with Limestone (S.C.) and offensive lineman Clayton McDonnell with Millsaps (Miss.). Defensive back Josh Selembo will be a preferred walk-on at Georgia Tech. A number of local athletes are still talking to colleges. Among them are Milton defensive lineman Grant Peagler; Centennial’s Christian Robinson and Alex Estes; Roswell’s Devonte Hill, Colin McCauley, Matt Cory and Justin Auer; Chattahoochee’s Nick Williams, Malik Stephens, Montel Austin and Kieron Ashley; Alpharetta’s Jay Youngblood, DeAndre Watkins, Jalen Johnson and Elijah Burnette; Mount Pisgah’s Jacob Delk, Browning Dunn and Tommy Pease; Blessed Trinity’s Austin Werkheiser and Fellowship Christian’s Hunter Bryant. Two former North Fulton players signed with Division I schools last week. Running back C.J. Leggett, who played his sophomore and junior seasons at Chattahoochee before transferring to North Gwinnett, signed with Georgia Tech. Quarterback A.J. Bush, who started at Milton as a junior after transferring from Chattahoochee, signed with Nebraska. Bush started as a senior for AAAAAA state champion Norcross, which may be adding another North Fulton athlete next season to its long list of transfers over the years in football and basketball.

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We who are born in the United States take our citizenship for granted most of the time. I spent two years in Germany courtesy of Uncle Sam and I had a chance to see firsthand just how much we take our freedoms for granted. But when you see the barbed wire and the guard towers in what was then East Germany – known then as the Deutsche Demokratische Republik (German Democratic Republic), the Germans on our side of the barbed wire were generally grateful to have us there. We call America the Land of Opportunity, but we seldom act like it. When we are not complaining about what the government doesn’t do for us, we seem to harp just as loud when we have to pay for what it does do for us. But it starts to sink in when you talk to people who want to become Americans. I don’t know anyone who would actually want to move away and become a citizen of another country. Oh, I think about what it would be like to open a bar on the beach at Rota, Spain, where I went once for the wedding of my brotherin-law. They really have a truly laidback lifestyle, and in Rota there are so many sailors, not knowing the lingo wouldn’t be such a problem – I like to think. But I couldn’t really give up pizza, TV without subtitles, my beloved Dawgs or my grandchildren just a few miles down the road. There is so much I love about living here that I don’t even realize it most of the time. So imagine what it takes for those who up-stakes and move to a completely new environ-

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ment. Why do they do it? Well most do it because they buy into the idea that this is the Land of Opportunity – usually because they come from places that have no opportunities. And I don’t mean just the people who risk life and limb to come here to pick tomatoes for $5 an hour or to work in a chicken rendering plant. We know about those. But there are plenty of welleducated and smart people who come here for the opportunity to succeed based on merit and hard work. You know they said the early pioneers who trekked west were only the strong. They said the cowards never started and the weak never made it. It is not so different today. You have to be strong and brave to come to a new land with a new language, strange customs and laws. Oh, I know we have such a porous border, and we are frustrated by so many who come here illegally. But I am here to talk about those who are here with papers. They want more than just the opportunities they find here. They want to belong. That is what a co-worker where my wife used to work wanted. Lyuba came from the former Soviet Union with her husband to escape religious persecution. She was a musician there, but here she had to take what work she could find.

That didn’t matter. The happiest I ever saw her (and she was always happy) was the day she got her citizenship. It was her true birthday, she said. I happened to be at North Fulton Community Charities and found out they are in the birthday business also. That is, they offer citizenship classes to North Fulton residents. NFCC Program Director Eden Purdy wears that hat too. They offer the six-week classes two times a year to documented residents in addition to GED classes and English classes. Other programs include financial literacy – teaching how to save and the mechanics of saving, life skills in America and more. NFCC does many things to help people in need. But this is one job the staff is happy to perform. “We teach how to move in society and how to move up,” Purdy said. The oldest NFCC citizengraduate was 47, and the youngest 18. Irene Gruenhut is the teacher of the latest crop of candidates. She introduced me to Maria Geurrero who has lived here 14 years. Five years ago, she obtained her residency card. Now she has decided she wants to stay in America. “I don’t want to just be a resident. I want to be a citizen,” she said. Marlena Olevira is from Brazil. She lives with her daughter, and after 12 years has decided to apply for citizenship as well. In the classroom, there are pins on a world map. The first day each class member is

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Continued from Page 32 invited to put a pin on their country of origin. Many countries and three continents are represented. It is not an easy thing to do, said Gruenhut. Applicants must pass tests in English literacy – reading and writing, American history, civics and geography. Then they must pass an interview. I’ve seen some of the questions. It is well native-born citizens do not have to take the test. Based on Leno’s man-in-the-street polls, a fair

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number would be hard put to vote in the next election. So they will come twice week for the 12 classes, an average of 10 to 12 students. At the end of the six weeks, they will be ready to be tested. Most will come out newly minted citizens of the United States. I know some will grouse that these new citizens in some way diminish the rest of us. They will be a drain on our resources. I don’t believe that. I believe each new citizen contributes to the fabric of what gives the United States its greatness. After all, isn’t this the land of the free and the home of the brave?

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RN needed for nonmedical home care agency to conduct assessments. Must be current Georgia registered, excellent communication skills & enjoys working with seniors. Home care experience preferred, but not required. Please send resume to LMachado@visitinga ngels.com

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