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Kendell L. Bowen faces 12 counts of possession of child pornography

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MILTON, Ga. — Kendell L. Bowen, 71, of Milton, has been charged with 12 counts of possession of child pornography after Milton police began investigating him through a CyberTip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). The investigation, which began April 27, culminated with Bowen’s arrest on May 3.

Milton police moved in to arrest Bowen at his Batesville Road home

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Broken windows point to wanted man ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Alpharetta police arrested a wanted man April 24 after they found his car with the windows smashed.

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►► Joseph William Reid, 62, of

Bircham Way, Roswell, was arrested April 28 on Crabapple Road, Alpharetta, for DUI. ►► Jalen Alexander Patton, 25, of Venue Way, Alpharetta, was arrested April 27 on Windward Parkway,

after their investigation revealed he had received a file containing child pornography. Captain Charles Barstow of Milton police said the investigation is still ongoing as to how Bowen received the files.

Milton police seized a laptop and various recordable discs, including multiple USBs and floppy discs.

A statement from the City of Milton said, “In addition to the open, child pornographic images found on the laptop, a preliminary search of one USB storage device recovered from the house yielded images of obvious child pornography.”

Bartow said there were “various” Police were initially called to an apartment complex on Park Bridge Road about a blue 2005 Saturn Ion with two broken windows in the parking lot.

When police checked the name of the owner, 36-year-old Willie Bailey of Alpharetta, they found an active warrant for his arrest from the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office.

Police had the car impounded, because it had a stolen tag.

They tracked down Bailey’s apartment and found him hiding inside a closet.

Alpharetta, for DUI, failure to maintain lane and for operating a vehicle with an expired tag. ►► Stephanie Marie Lowe, 33, of Roswell Road, Atlanta, was arrested April 25 on Ga. 9, Alpharetta, for DUI, failure to maintain lane and driving without headlights on. ►► Raynold Bernell Duncan, 46, of Gentilly Terrace, Johns Creek, was arrested April 25 on Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, for DUI, hit and run and driving on a suspended license. ►► Laura Russell Dula, 41, of Keystone Court, Alpharetta, was arrested April

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media types containing child pornography. He said it is too early in the investigation to determine if Bowen was distributing child pornography.

According to the city’s statement, additional charges are expected against Bowen.

“The investigation is ongoing and we will update the community as new information is available,” said Milton Police Chief Rich Austin. “It’s through partnerships with organizations like the NCMEC that local law enforcement are better positioned to protect and serve some of our most vulnerable residents, our children.”

—Joe Parker Bailey was arrested for theft by receiving stolen property and as a wanted person.

Wary bankers catch 2 women for fraud JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Police arrested two women April 25 after a teller identified two checks they were trying to cash were fraudulent.

The officers were called to the Bank

See BLOTTER, Page 7 11 on Ga. 9, Alpharetta, for DUI and failure to maintain lane. ►► Davin Keil, 56, of Bowland Place, Dublin, Ohio, was arrested April 30 on Jones Bridge Road, Johns Creek, for DUI. ►► Robin P Gordon, 25, of Leai Hills Drive, Norcross, was arrested April 29 on Barnwell Road, Johns Creek, for DUI.

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Pterygium – what is it and what can be done about it?

By Samir Vira, M.D.

Pterygium is a noncancerous growth on the surface of the eye. It appears as a wing-shaped fleshy growth that originates from the conjunctiva over the white part of the eye and extends into the cornea, the clear part of the eye. Also known as “surfer’s eye,” it can commonly occur in individuals who have prolonged exposure to sunlight, such as surfers, farmers, and construction workers. Besides UV light exposure, it is associated with windy and dusty exposure.

Individuals with pterygia can occasionally have no symptoms at all.

These individuals can simply be observed but are advised to protect themselves from UV light with polarized sunglasses. Symptoms can include redness, foreign body sensation, irritation, itching, and also blurred vision. Blurred vision usually occurs due to distortion of the cornea’s shape or rarely due to visual obstruction by the pterygium itself.

Mild symptoms can be treated easily with the use of lubricating drops or artificial tears. For redness associated with inflammation, your doctor may prescribe a short course of topical steroids. If the symptoms remain persistent or cause blurred vision, surgical intervention is indicated.

Pterygium surgery involves excision or removal of the lesion, followed by coverage of the resulting defect with the individual’s own healthy conjunctiva (conjunctival autograft) or preserved amniotic membrane obtained from donated human placenta tissue. This may be accompanied with the use of an anti-scarring medication called mitomycin-C during the surgery. Surgery is usually performed as an outpatient procedure with topical and local anesthesia. Mild intravenous sedative medication may be given to keep the patient relaxed through the surgery. After the procedure, the eye may be patched temporarily to minimize any residual bleeding.

During the recovery period, patients may experience mild irritation, blurred vision, and redness around the eye. However, patients can return to normal activities, such as driving, work, and school, within the first few days. Full recovery can take several weeks to about a month.

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Complications, such as infection, are rare but patients should be aware of the risk of recurrence. The risk of a recurring pterygium can be as high as 50% without the use of a conjunctival autograft or amniotic membrane. With the use of either tissue after pterygium excision, the risk is reduced to about 5-10%. Recurrent pterygia are treated with similar surgical intervention.

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Proposal calls for AlphaLoop funding

By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — City leaders will open discussions Monday on Alpharetta’s proposed $130 million 2018 budget.

The overall spending package represents an 8 percent increase over the current budget, thanks in large part to additional revenue from the recently enacted transportation sales tax.

All that extra money – well over $13 million – will go to local transportation projects outlined to city and county voters last year ahead of the November referendum.

The budget proposal, assembled by the mayor in consultation with city staff, will be parsed by the City Council over its next two meetings, May 15 and May 22.

Then, beginning in June, the public will have a chance to address the issue before the council at three public hearings. Final adoption is scheduled for June 19 following the third public hearing.

One thing new in this year’s budget is a proposal to spend $3.1 million in capital funding for the Alpha Loop, a green beltway surrounding the city’s commercial district.

One thing new in this year’s budget is a proposal to spend $3.1 million in capital funding for the Alpha Loop, a green beltway surrounding the city’s commercial district. Mayor David Belle Isle has been a staunch supporter of the trail since it was first proposed last November.

However, his attempts to gain funding for design work on the project have been postponed by City Council members until the 2018 budget is considered. Council members said they were uncomfortable allocating money from the 2017 budget because the project wasn’t even proposed until well after that budget was adopted.

On the operational side, the city’s

general fund budget – those expenditures that pay for the local government to operate – is estimated at $72 million, up about four percent from the current year. Part of those increases come from special initiatives, such as seasonal additions to the Community Development Department and funding for the November 2017 municipal election. Outside these special additions, the base operational budget growth is about 2.9 percent.

The general fund budget also calls for maintaining the number of city employees at 442.5 full-time equivalents.

In his presentation to the City Council earlier this month, Finance Director Tom Harris said the proposed 2018 spending plan calls for maintaining the city’s property tax rate at 5.75 mills where it has stood since 2009.

Still, because property values are expected to rise three percent this year, that mill levy is expected to bring in an additional $2.3 million in property taxes.

The property tax revenue estimates include calculations taking into account the city’s $40,000 homestead exemption, easily the highest among north Fulton County cities. Harris said the exemption saves Alpharetta homeowners $2.4 million each year, equating to a property tax reduction of 1.3 mills.

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Roswell introduces proposed FY 2018 budget TSPLOST adds $16M to projects fund

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ROSWELL, Ga. — Roswell will soon be feeling the effects of the November TSPLOST vote for its transportation projects, with the FY 2018 budget forecasting $18 million in revenues brought in by the transportation tax.

Roswell unveiled a proposed $145 million budget for the 2018 fiscal year at Monday night’s council meeting. The budget is an $18 million increase over the current year.

TSPLOST alone accounts for $18 million of the revenue increase, and the budget outlines $16 million of it for 2018 transportation projects.

The TSPLOST funds are expected to go into five major projects, including Rucker Road improvements, Ga. 9 and Oxbo Road intersection improvements, Historic Gateway project enhancements and bridge replacement on Old Holcomb Bridge Road. The most costly of these proposed projects is the design and right-of-way acquisition for the Big Creek Parkway at $11 million.

Mayor Jere Wood praised the transportation projects fund and thanked the citizens for voting on TSPLOST in November to make the proposed improvements possible.

“Transportation and traffic is the biggest challenge the city of Roswell is facing right now and your vote for the TSPLOST is going to make this happen,” Wood said. “This is going to bring over $90 million in the next five years.”

The proposed millage rate is not

expected to increase for the 2018 fiscal year and has stayed the same, at 5.455 mills, since FY 2009. One mill brings in $1 for every $1,000 of taxable value.

The total property tax revenue is forecasted to remain the same at $26.7 million for the proposed FY 2018 budget.

Sales tax revenues, however, are expected to grow $1 million from FY 2017. Based on a 1.5 percent growth rate, the FY 2018 proposed sales tax revenue is $24 million along with an extra $18 million from TSPLOST revenues.

Total FY 2018 expenditures are expected to reach $140 million. Transportation, administration, police, recreation and parks, and public works make up over 80 percent of these costs.

The city is also looking to add personnel for the upcoming fiscal year, including a full time town architect, two accountants and six additional fire station staff. However, the city’s fulltime staff is expected to decline, due to the closing of Roswell’s detention center last month. The closure is estimated to save the city at least $1 million each year.

Other fund highlights include the proposal to outfit police officers with body cameras at a cost of $150,000.

The city is also considering an automated residential garbage collection pilot program at $314,000 and designing a new fire station at $491,000.

The Roswell City Council will have an additional budget work session May 16 at 11:30 a.m. with department presentations. There will be three additional meetings for public input May 22, May 31 and June 12. The May 31 hearing is specifically devoted to adopting the millage rate.

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Psychologist says Roswell murder suspect competent Jeffrey Hazelwood accused of killing two teenagers NORTH FULTON, Ga. — Jeffrey Hazelwood, the man accused of shooting two local teenagers in Roswell, is competent to stand trial, according to a clinical psychologist.

Hazelwood, 20, is facing charges in the deaths of Natalie Henderson and Carter Davis, who were both found dead August 2016 in a parking lot behind a Roswell Publix. He has been indicted on a total of 15 counts, including aggravated assault, aggravated sexual battery, identity fraud, kidnapping, theft and possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony.

Hazelwood initially pleaded not guilty at his first court appearance.

He once again appeared in Fulton County Superior Court May 3 for a status hearing, after his attorney argued that Hazelwood was mentally ill.

However, Dr. Christian Hildreth said that Hazelwood can now understand the proceedings and is competent to stand trial. Hildreth has been treating Hazelwood at Central State Hospital in Milledgeville after he was moved from

Blotter: Continued from Page 2 of America on Old Alabama Road after two women had come to the drive-thru window and attempted to cash checks worth $1,900 total. The teller became suspicious when the checks had conflicting information and a fake address on them.

The teller said she recognized the checks as similar to some fraudulent checks that have been passed off at other local bank branches.

She tried to stall the two women while police arrived.

The women tried to drive off when they saw the officers, but police caught them.

Both Ceddrina Polk, 21, of Douglasville and Bria Jackson, 23, of Davie, Fla., were arrested for fourth degree forgery and possession of marijuana.

Man impersonating police targets area families JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — A man claiming to be a Johns Creek police officer called at least two families April 25 threaten-

Fulton County Jail for lack of adequate treatment. When Hazelwood first arrived at the Milledgeville hospital in February, Hildreth said the suspect was confused, unable to complete sentences and was hearing voices.

That changed when Hazelwood was treated with a new course of medications.

“By March 13, he was able to have a rational and coherent discussion with me. He showed no signs of confusion,” Hildreth said. “His speech was well directed. It was clear, normal rate and rhythm.”

Hildreth said that he and his team believe Hazelwood has a “serious mental illness,” but are having trouble labeling his diagnosis.

Fulton County Judge Shawn LaGrua ended the hearing without a ruling, but will make her decision on Hazelwood’s mental capacity at a later date.

Hazelwood’s next court appearance is slated for May 17.

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One couple said the caller told them that they were due in court, but he was willing to “work with them” if they paid him $2,200. They were instructed to buy five prepaid debit cards and read off the numbers for him.

The couple did so and was told by the caller that the numbers were invalid. He then said that the couple had to meet him the next day at court for a full refund.

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They verified that there was an officer with that name at the department, but he had not called the couple requesting money. There was no warrant out for the couple’s arrest either.

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OPINION

I’m still an Atlanta Thrashers fan

JOE PARKER

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When I turned 18, my father wrote on my birthday card, “Happy birthday. I love you. I hope it hurts like hell.” He wrote this final line in response to how I would be spending my birthday — having the Atlanta Thrashers logo

tattooed on my leg.

When I had proposed this idea to my family and friends in the months leading up to my 18th birthday, everyone raised their eyebrow in the same way people do when you are suddenly engulfed in a gaseous aroma in an elevator. Then they asked questions.

“But what happens if they change their logo?” Well, then I will have the original logo, I said.

“But what happens if you stop being a fan?” That’ll never happen, I responded. I’ll always be a fan.

“But what happens if the team gets sold and moved?” We are talking about the modern-day NHL, I said. Teams don’t just get sold and moved.

Hmm. I wish that last question and answer had been fabricated, but my father, the very man who wished me pain on my birthday, asked what would turn out to be a prophetic question.

When the Thrashers were sold in 2011, and subsequently left Atlanta faster than someone with pollen-sensitivity in April, I was understandable

Hey, where’d you get the new collar?

So with the NHL playoffs going full bore, this is a depressing time to be a Thrashers fan — watching and hearing the excitement in the stands as fans cheer on their team that they likely follow just as closely as I followed the Thrashers. devastated.

After all, this was my team. My team. And suddenly they were gone.

Non-sports fans may not be able to relate, but when you follow a team’s every game, every trade rumor, every draft pick and you celebrate every win with fervor and are crippled with depression at every loss, you have developed an amazing passion and dedication. And when it’s suddenly gone, entire kegs of beer cannot drown your sorrows (I know because I tried).

So with the NHL playoffs going full

Oh this? I got it at the phone store.

bore, this is a depressing time to be a Thrashers fan — watching and hearing the excitement in the stands as fans cheer on their team that they likely follow just as closely as I followed the Thrashers.

And yes, though the Thrashers only made the playoffs once — and were swept — I still like to imagine they would have made more playoff berths from 2011 to now. Then I look at the Winnipeg Jets, the relocated and rebranded Thrashers, and I realize that may not be true.

I tried to become a Jets’ fan. My thought was that this was essentially the Thrashers in a different city with different uniforms. But in the end, I had to come to the realization that I was trying to be a fan and was not actually invested. The change in city, and country for that matter, was too much.

My team was gone.

But every day I am reminded of my team as I look down to my right leg,

Why there?

because there it sits — the tattooed reminder of how much I love the Thrashers.

Of course I have become the butt of many jokes due to my tattoo, and truthfully, they still sting a little. But slowly but surely I’ve just started joking around as well, telling people I was a very early adopter of Tesla (the Tesla logo looks similar to the Thrashers logo).

Jokes aside, the Thrashers are still my team and I am still a fan. As I said when questioned, I will always be.

And no, the tattoo didn’t hurt. But looking at it now kind of does.

Because it came with collar I.D.

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Cobb airline pilot Daryll Wilson to chair GOP 6th District Daryll Wilson urges turnout for Handel in congressional race

By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. – The 6th District Republican Party elected United Airlines pilot Darryl Wilson last month as its new chairman, and he says his first job is to get Karen Handel elected to the U.S. House and Dr. Kate Kirkpatrick elected to the state District 32 seat formerly occupied by Judson Hill.

Wilson replaces outgoing chairman Michael Fitzgerald.

Wilson, who flew with the U.S. Navy before piloting in civilian life, said getting Handel and Kirkpatrick elected were his top two goals upon taking office.

He was in Roswell May 3 making the rounds and whipping up the party faithful.

“It is going to be a tough race for

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Sixth District GOP Ambassador Roger Wise Jr., left, and Sixth District Communications Director Joe Pointek, right, welcome the new Sixth District Chairman Daryll Wilson Sr. who is visiting Roswell.

the Congressional 6th District,” Wilson said. “As a Democrat, Jon Ossoff raised

$8.3 million. And $7.7 million came from outside the district. Most of those dollars came from two states, California and New York,” Wilson said.

He is also pushing for Cobb County physician Kate Kilpatrick in the Post 32 Georgia Senate seat to fill Judson Hill’s term. Hill, of course, resigned to run for the 6th District congressional seat and lost.

Long-time Roswell Republican and 6th District Ambassador Roger Wise Jr. said local Republicans are keen on Wilson’s energy and enthusiasm.

“We’re excited about his leadership and we are looking forward to working with Darryl. He has already shown it’s not about ‘me’ getting out the vote. He’s all about ‘we’ are getting out the vote,” Wise said.

Party member Joe Pointek agreed.

Wilson’s leadership will go a long way toward preserving those traditionally conservative and Republican seats.

“Well, it’s certainly true about my needing everyone’s help to keep the 6th District Republican. No one can do the job by himself,” Wilson said.

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Gov. Deal breaks ground for Jackson Healthcare Praises expansion efforts Healthcare conglomerate in Alpharetta

By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Gov. Nathan Deal and nearly 1,000 politicians, guests and Jackson Healthcare employees gathered May 4 under one gigantic tent to celebrate the groundbreaking of Jackson’s $100 million expansion.

Despite the drizzling rain, spirits were high at Jackson Healthcare’s Alpharetta campus where the expansion will occur over the next 18 months: • A 267,000-square-foot, eight-story office building • A 39,000-square-foot, three-story amenities building • A parking deck with a capacity of 1,385 spaces.

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“This expansion is a great day for one of the greatest employers in the state,” Deal said. “It marks a great opportunity for more Georgians to get jobs.”

Jackson Healthcare has long been a stalwart supporter of providing the best working environment for its employees, having earned the Atlanta Business Chronicle’s designation as the Best Place to Work three times.

There is no telling what new classification the Chronicle will have to devise when Jackson unveils the 39,000-square-foot amenities building, built as a replica of the Roman Coliseum, to provide Jackson associates with state-of-the-art gym and workout facilities, grooming, fine dining and other amenities.

Jackson Healthcare President R. Shane Jackson said the new growth is a testament to the company’s employees’ “quest to improve.”

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The new office building will house new companies and divisions within Jackson Healthcare as it expands in the coming months and years.

Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce CEO Brandon Beach hailed the groundbreaking as a “great day for North Fulton and the state.”

“Jackson Healthcare has business interests all over the country. But it is not by accident they are in Alpharetta. Here there is a government that provides low taxes, a well-trained work force and less regulation,” Beach said.

“In return, Jackson has been a powerhouse job creator for our region. This will be an iconic development for this area. Rick [Jackson, the company’s founder] always says, ‘Go big or go home.’ Whether

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Breaking ground on the $100M Jackson Healthcare expansion are from left, 6th Congressional District Republican candidate Karen Handel, company founder Rick Jackson, Gov. Nathan Dean, company President Shawn Jackson, North Fulton Chamber CEO Brandon Beach.

Jackson: Continued from Page 10 it is about the issue of foster care in Georgia or building a great business, we thank Rick Jackson for all he has done.”

Rick Jackson said he has been by most definitions successful, but such accolades “are hollow.”

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Texting tugs at spirit of Ga. Open Meetings Act Issue remains cloudy amid Sunshine Law

By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmediagroup.com While Georgia’s Open Meetings Act ensures citizens a front-row seat to decisions that affect their lives, some practices have cast doubt on government’s commitment to transparency.

Technology provides ways to cloud the state’s Sunshine Laws, and one of the more prevalent methods of testing open meetings is the practice of texting.

That practice drew headlines last year. It was learned that Milton City Council members in April and June were texting with residents during lengthy debates over a zoning issue at council meetings.

Records show that supporters and opponents were regularly barraging Mayor Joe Lockwood and other council members with texts during the debate, coaching city leaders on which side to support. Some received replies – all out of view of other residents who either attended the meeting or were watching it streamed on their computers.

“Text messages, like any other documents generated during the course of conducting governmental business, are subject to disclosure under the Open Records Act,” said Hollie Manheimer, executive director of the Georgia First Amendment Foundation.

“To the extent public officials would text during the course of a public meeting instead of speaking to one another, it could be construed as an effort to circumvent the Open Meetings Act,” she said.

The purpose of both the Open Meetings and Open Records acts are to maximize public access to governmental proceedings — not allow public officials to hide behind them as a shield, Manheimer said.

Indeed, following the revelation of the Milton City Council texts, city leaders were provided an opportunity to outlaw the practice.

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The Milton City Council drew headlines in April and June of last year when councilmembers were texting residents during meetings.

Council considered a policy action to prohibit the use of cell phones during public meetings. That measure was defeated 4-3, with the majority saying that council members would police themselves.

Councilman Bill Lusk, who voted in the minority in favor of the ban, said carrying on private conversations during a public debate violates the state’s Open Meetings Act. Within weeks, then-Attorney General Sam Olens issued a statement through his office declaring the practice an attempt to subvert openness.

A spokesman for the attorney general said Olens had proposed language in the 2012 revision of the Open Meetings Act to address the issue, but legislators were opposed.

The Legislature itself is exempt from the Open Meetings Act. The public should demand better behavior from their elected officials, the attorney general’s office said back in September.

With the departure of Olens late last year, the state’s new Attorney General

Chris Carr has taken up the mantel.

Carr announced last month he will conduct an Open Government Tour throughout the state.

He will invite local officials to join him for a refresher course on their responsibilities to the public under the Georgia Open and Public Meetings Act. On the issue of texting, Carr’s office said the intent of the General Assembly in passing the Open Meetings Act is

to ensure that the public’s business is conducted in an open and accessible manner.

“Not only does such a requirement permit the people to know what actions their public servants are undertaking, but it also fosters public confidence in their leaders and the decisions that they make,” he said in a statement.

“The failure to serve those underlying purposes is not in keeping with the spirit of the Open Meetings Act.”

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Alpharetta, Roswell crack Top 100 for best places to retire

By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Empty nesters can rejoice. Alpharetta and Roswell have been named among America’s best places to retire by GoodCall, a data-collection service providing information to consumers.

GoodCall reviewed data from 1,662 cities nationwide to draw rankings based on a number of retirement-focused metrics, such as percentage of residents 65 and older, access to healthcare, healthcare affordability, weather, amenities and low crime rates.

Alpharetta ranked No. 78 on the list with Roswell coming in at No. 90.

Woodstock, at No. 60, ranked highest among north Atlanta cities. Peachtree City took top honors in the state, coming in at No. 28.

The study found certain traits among cities when considering retirement: • Top cities tended to be smaller.

The top 10 percent of cities averaged about 45,000 residents, while the

Here’s a look at the Top 10: 1. Chesterfield, Mo. 2. Leawood, Kan. 3. Naples, Fla. 4. Prairie Village, Kan. 5. Scottsdale, Ariz.

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10. Brentwood, Tenn. bottom 10 percent averaged more than 96,000.

• Top cities tend to have many more homeowners. In the top 10 percent, an average of 68 percent of residents are homeowners. Only about 48 percent of residents are homeowners, on average, in the bottom 10 percent.

• Health care costs are lower in top cities. While some of the top cities tend

Alpharetta Mayor David Belle Isle, at right with microphone, stands with members of the Alpharetta Golden Age Club May 1 as he reads a proclamation naming May “Older Americans Month.” to be areas with slightly higher cost of living, they also tend to have lower costs for health care than those cities near the bottom. Cities in the top 10 percent tend to have health costs about 5 percent below the national average.

The bottom 10 percent of cities averaged about 5 percent higher than the national cost.

• Top cities tend to attract older residents. The top 10 percent of cities

averaged about 13 percent growth in population of people age 65 and older.

The lowest tier averaged less than 5 percent growth, around the national average.

• Populous coastal areas tend to be ranked lower. Very few of the top cities were in New England, Texas, or the northern Pacific regions. Instead, top cities were spread throughout the South and Midwest.

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Alpharetta grant program targets downtown storefronts

Alpharetta façade fund rewards upgrades

By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Visitors to Downtown Alpharetta – if they turn their attention away from City Center — may have noticed a flurry of new frontage over the past few years. That’s thanks in large part to a local program that provides grants for property improvements.

The city’s Downtown Beautification and Façade Improvement Grant Program is an economic initiative that helps Downtown District business and property owners with expenses associated with improving the appearance of their storefronts.

The program reimburses businesses for a portion of the cost for frontage improvements in four categories: structural building improvements; street furniture; awnings, lighting and similar accoutrements; and signage (excluding window signs).

During its seven years, the program has paid out almost $95,000 to downtown merchants for frontage improvements, according to Peter Tokar, Alpharetta Economic Development director. To qualify for those grants, he said, downtown business owners spent close to $400,000 in frontage upgrades – a return of 4 to 1 on the city’s investment.

“The façade grant only pays for beautification elements on the outside of the building,” Tokar said.

“When you talk about total investment that it helped generate in the community, we’re talking about hundreds of thousands of dollars.”

Funding is administered through the Alpharetta Downtown Partners Program, and the city can restrict the amount of funds awarded and paid during any given fiscal year.

The idea behind the program is that capital improvements increase property values, adding to the commercial tax base and generating more revenue for the city. They also presumably bring in more custom-

Downtown Alpharetta business owners have spent close to $400,000 in recent years to improve the appearance of their storefronts. The upgrades have been spurred in part by a city-sponsored program providing grants for certain façade improvements. ers who pay sales taxes on the meals they eat and the products they buy.

The grant program was also created to improve the appearance and historic character of Downtown Alpharetta through the addition of contributing architectural and aesthetic features.

“The improvements that all the downtown merchants are making are creating a more aesthetically pleasing downtown,” Tokar said. “So if you have a downtown that looks better, you have a downtown that people want to go to. They don’t want to go to a building that’s falling down and crumbling. We’re basically putting the makeup on the buildings to make them look better, and then the owners are making investments on the interior as well.”

Those interior improvements – which are not eligible for grant funds – have ranged in the hundreds of thousands of dollars, Tokar said.

“The way the façade grant is structured, only certain things they do on the outside of the building qualify for the grant program,” Tokar said. “Interior buildout, like at South Main Kitchen and Butcher and Brew, all the work done inside – the tables, the remodel of the kitchen, the kitchen equipment – that’s not included in that number.”

The maximum award a business can receive is $17,250, and the biggest bang for the buck comes in structural improvements where the city can reimburse up to $15,000 of a $30,000 project. Smokejack restaurant received $16,000 in grant funds for its recent frontage upgrade. Made Kitchen & Cocktails received the grant maximum after spending more than $90,000 on qualifying façade elements.

This does not include the hundreds of thousands of dollars these businesses spent on the interiors, which do not qualify for the grant, Tokar said.

In order to qualify for the façade grants, businesses or property owners in the Downtown District must first do the work, then submit invoices for the qualifying projects. The city then cross references the invoices with the Code Enforcement Department and Planning Department to ensure they meet design and building standards. Tokar said the grant is for upgrades only. Grant money will not help pay to replace a damaged window. If, however, you replace all the windows with energy-efficient windows, or storm windows that’s an upgrade.

“The grant is specifically made for them to do more than what is just required of them by code or by maintenance standards.” Tokar said.

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I have been driving around a lot lately, looking at many of the newer communities in my northern suburbs.

And I have one question: is everyone turning 55 next year?

Driving down Ga. 92 from Woodstock to Roswell you will probably see four new neighborhoods, all for the 55-and- up crowd. Drive around a lot of other places and you’ll see the same. Clearly, there is a market for this. Banks are too strict these days to allow the frivolous building that went

on pre-2008.

My curiosity has been growing as I drive by these communities, initially just because this is a significant market trend that I as a real estate professional should take note and be aware of. But lately, it’s more because I’m not allowed in!

I am a young 42 years old and naturally, because I can’t buy in those communities, I’m curious to know what exactly is so great about them in the first place. Over the last several months I’ve read up on them and have talked to several friends who are either living in one of them, or are planning to move there.

I think the first attraction is living with folks who have a common lifestyle. My neighborhood is a mix of young families and empty-nesters. It was built in the late 1980s and is in a desirable location. So while we have many first generation homeowners, we also have many “young” families like mine who moved there in the last 10 years.

While we all get along for the most part, HOA meetings can get contentious. We young families want to spend money to improve all of the things that our children like to play on – the pool, the pool-house, the playground. The others don’t.

While we think our children are so cute and are good for the older folks in the neighborhood, I’m not sure they feel exactly the same way. Hence – the 55+, active adult communities.

What I’ve learned is that each community is different, but there are similar characteristics. They all seem to either be one-story, or have the master on the main. The yards are relatively small and easy to maintain. And they make an attempt to stress community activities. I think this is where each community can vary quite a bit.

Some communities actually have activities directors on site to coordinate card games, pot luck dinners, aerobics and other things.

I was talking with my good friend Donnie Restler last week. When he retired 11 years ago, he became a master

gardener. And he was excited about moving to a community in Forsyth County that had a community garden.

We’ve all talked for years about his amazing tomatoes.

They may not know it, but they will be excited to have him.

One thing that has caught some new homeowners off guard with these communities is the age difference. I talked to another couple who are 60 and recently moved into an active adult community where most everyone is over 80.

To them, that was a huge difference. From what I hear, the newer communities are going to have homeowners closer to the 55+ age while the older ones will have homeowners who have been there for a while. Makes sense.

So the amenities will run the gamut.

I read about one community in North Carolina that actually had a playground on it. It is an adult playground with various pull-up bars, punching bags, hand-ladders and other things. They are apparently popular in China and Japan.

For the under-$400,000 price range, we are incredibly low on inventory. And most of these active adult communities have houses under $400,000. So these communities are doing very well. Maybe 13 more years and I’ll be able to buy one.

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Greater North Fulton business women honored Keynote speaker talks problems, history of women’s obstacles in business

By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — While Alpharetta was named the best city for women entrepreneurs in 2015 by GoodCall, business is often still thought of as a man’s world.

In order to bring businesswomen together to network, share experiences and support each other, the fifth annual Women in Business event was held May 3 by the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce.

The event recognized four women nominated for honors as “Business Women of Excellence” and “JenLan Rising Star.”

They are: Business Woman of Excellence Award: • Winner: Debbie Vereb, executive vice president, Operations, SPH Analytics • Finalist: Cindy Hardy, regional director of Physician Relations, WellStar North Fulton Hospital The JenLan Rising Star Award: • Winner: Adilka Indhira White, director of Healthcare Solutions & Implementations, UPS • Finalist: Layne Kamsler, attorney, Hipes and Belle Isle Law Firm Keynote speaker Gail Evans was the first female vice president at CNN. The business world was created by men for men, she said.

“It’s not to be difficult,” she said.

“It’s because at the time most of our businesses were being built, there weren’t a lot of women out there.”

From studying business history, Evans said men are believed to be competent until they prove they’re incompetent. However, women are believed to be

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The reality is these are the norms that have been established in our culture, she said.

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GNFCC’s Chairman’s Gala honors Price’s leadership 2017 awards recognize top chamber members

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By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appenmediagroup.com ATLANTA – The Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce celebrated April 29 its annual Chairman’s Gala with a special guest.

U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Tom Price was given a special award at the gala.

He and his wife, state Rep. Betty Price, were in attendance at the Grand Hyatt Hotel in Buckhead for the event.

The chamber also recognized Hans Meier as Ambassador of the Year.

Chamber Ambassadors are a vital part of the chamber, said Chamber CEO Brandon Beach.

Meier has been a fixture at chamber events for some 25 years. For many years he led the Leadership North Fulton program.

There are few jobs in the chamber that Meier has not volunteered to take on.

“He gives unselfishly of his time and goes above and beyond to recruit, wel-

Greater North Fulton Chamber Awards 2017

Board Member of the Year Jeff Petrea - Georgia Power Pioneer Award David Belle Isle - mayor, City of Alpharetta

The Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce welcomes special guests this year, Elizabeth and Tom Price. From left are Robert Cheeley of Cheeley Law Group, Bill Russell of Russell Landscaping, the Prices and Shuntel Beach and Chamber CEO Brandon Beach. come and nurture new chamber members,” said Beach. “He is a good will ambassador who shares his passion for our community and our businesses whereever he goes.”

The Harry L. Rucker Junior Volunteer of the Year is named for one of the original founders of the chamber and

recognizes a member who volunteered their time, resources and expertise to strengthen the organization.

This year’s Volunteer of the Year is Geoff Smith.

Past recipients of the Pioneer Award include U.S. Sen. Johnny Isakson; Secretary Tom Price; Sandy Springs Mayor

Zach Henderson Award Dick Anderson - Fulton County manager Special Leadership Award Tom Price - U.S. Department of Health & Human Services Eva Galambos and Georgia House Speaker Pro Tem Jan Jones.

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“TWINDERELLA”

Get ready to hear the story of Cinderella’s long lost twin brother Bob. Bob’s evil stepfather and cruel stepbrothers force him to make dried herb wreaths and organize their sock drawers.

A send-up of “Cinderella,” Twinderella is for actors and audiences alike with humor for all ages. See the show Saturday, May 13 at 2 and 7 p.m. in the Bill Johnson Community Activity Building, 10495 Woodstock Road, Roswell.

Tickets are $8. For more information and tickets, visit roswellgov.com.

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EVENTS: RELAY FOR LIFE

What: Help fight cancer while celebrating the memories of those who have passed at the annual Relay for Life. There will be a Survivors Dinner along with food, live music, game and activities for all ages.

When: Saturday, May 13, 4-11 p.m.

Where: Webb Bridge Middle School, 4455 Webb Bridge Road, Alpharetta More info: lecia.hauer@cancer.org or 404-949-6996

FAMILY MUSIC AND WELLNESS EXPO

What: The second annual Family Music, Health, and Wellness Expo will offer free services, demonstrations and screenings. Face painting, inflatables and other activities will be available to children along with a local artist showcase.

When: Saturday, May 13, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Where: Riverside Park, 575 Riverside Road, Roswell More info: roswellgov.com

ADOPT A SENIOR

What: Adopt-a-Senior for Mother’s Day to let a senior citizen know that someone cares for them. Both donations and volunteers are needed.

When: Saturday, May 13, 11:15 a.m.-2 p.m.

Where: Roswell Nursing & Rehab Center, 1109 Green St., Roswell More info: adoptasenior.net

IPHONE, IPAD BASICS CLASS

What: This free four-week class by Bluehair Technology Group goes over all the tips and tricks on using iPhones and iPads. Learn how to get started and keep up-to-date with these devices.

When: Tuesday, May 16, 10-11:30 a.m.

Where: Village Park of Alpharetta, 12300 Morris Road, Alpharetta More info and registration: 678-6411024 or bluehairtech.org

PAPER “SHRED-IT” DAY

What: State Bank and Trust will hold a free “Dump-it” and “Shred-it” day for on-site shredding of documents.

When: Saturday, May 13, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Where: State Bank and Trust, 2380 Old Milton Pkwy, Alpharetta More info: statebt.com

COOKING CLASS AT BARRINGTON HALL What: Learn how to cook “Tapas from Barcelona” with Chef Wendy Gay. After preparing the meal, participants can dine on their creations with complementary wine and a free tour of Barrington Hall.

When: Tuesday, May 16, 6:30-9:30 p.m.

Where: Barrington Hall, 535 Barrington Drive, Roswell Cost: $50 More info and registration: roswellgov. com or 770-640-3855

IDENTITY FRAUD SEMINAR

What: Learn about common scams and tips on how people can protect themselves from identity fraud. There will be opportunities for Q-and-A after the seminar. Registration is required.

When: Tuesday, May 16, 6-7 p.m.

Where: Milton Police Department, 13000 Deerfield Parkway, Milton More info and registration: cityofmiltonga.us

FIREARMS SAFETY SEMINAR

What: Learn about gun laws, alternative weapon usage and how to safely handle a firearm with the Milton Police Department’s Community Response Unit. This course is informational only. No weapons permitted in the building.

When: Tuesday, May 16, 7:30-8:30 p.m.

Where: Milton Police Department, 13000 Deerfield Parkway, Milton More info and registration: cityofmiltonga.us

What: Learn how to prepare shrubs and roses for the summer heat and possible lack of rain. This free workshop will cover mulching, weed control, watering, fertilizing, pest control and pruning.

When: Tuesday, May 16, 7-8:30 p.m.

Where: Bill Johnson Community Activity Building, 10495 Woodstock Road, Roswell More info: nfmg.net

FULTON GOLDEN GAMES

What: For over 20 years, the Fulton Golden Games has helped mature adults stay physically active, socially engaged, and competitive to improve their quality of life.

When: Through May 25 Where: Throughout North Fulton More info: facebook.com/pg/ FultonGoldenGames

ATLANTA BIRD FEST

What: Presented by the Atlanta Audubon Society, the festival features field trips, workshops and speakers for both casual and experienced nature and bird observers across metro Atlanta.

When: Through May 15 Where: Throughout metro Atlanta More info and full list of events: atlantaaudubon.org/atlanta-bird-fest

FARMERS MARKETS, FOOD TRUCKS: ALIVE IN ROSWELL

What: Start the weekend early the third Thursday of every month with a free family-friendly festival held concurrently on historic Canton Street and historic Roswell Square. Free regular trolley service connects the two venues.

When: Thursday, May 18, 5-9 p.m.

Where: Canton Street and historic Roswell Square More info: aliveafterfiveroswell.com

ALPHARETTA FOOD TRUCK ALLEY

What: Alpharetta’s weekly gathering returns on Old Roswell Street with rotating food trucks and music each week. Six to eight food trucks from the Atlanta area will come out to help kick off the weekend early.

When: Thursdays, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Where: Old Roswell Street in Alpharetta’s historic district More info: awesomealpharetta.com

ALPHARETTA FARMERS MARKET

What: The Alpharetta Farmers Market features fruits, vegetables, natural meats, fresh flowers and herbs, and a variety of home goods.

When: Saturdays, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m., through Oct. 29 Where: Old Canton Street in downtown Alpharetta More info: alpharetta.ga.us

FOOD TRUCKS N’ FORSYTH

What: Bring a chair, blanket and friend and enjoy live music and food from 11 of Atlanta’s food trucks.

When: Monday, May 15, 5:30-8:30 p.m.

Where: Forsyth Conference Center at Lanier Technical College, 3410 Ronald Reagan Blvd., Cumming More info: facebook.com/Food-Trucksn-Forsyth-856795817764054

JOHNS CREEK FARMERS MARKET

What: Held at the Newtown Park Amphitheater, each market features more than 25 local farmers and vendors with organic and/or sustainable foods and produce.

When: Saturdays through Aug. 26 Where: 3150 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekga.gov

ROSWELL FARMERS & ARTISANS MARKET

What: The Roswell Farmers & Artisans Market offers fresh, local farm, ranch and artisan foods direct from producers, and much more.

When: Saturdays, 8 a.m.–noon., through October Where: Roswell City Hall, 38 Hill St., Roswell More info: roswellfam.com

MUSIC, ARTS & THEATER: ZAC BROWN BAND

What: Zac Brown Band will kick off their 2017 headlining North American concert tour on May 12 in their hometown at Atlanta’s Verizon Amphitheatre.

When: Friday, May 12, 7 p.m. Second show Saturday, May 13, 6 p.m.

Where: Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre at Encore Park, 2200 Encore Parkway, Alpharetta More info and tickets: vzwamp.com

SUMMER CONCERT SERIES – GUMP FICTION

What: Enjoy live music during the free Summer Concert Series, featuring ‘90s hits with Gump Fiction. Tickets are not needed. Food is available for purchase from food trucks. No alcohol or pets.

When: Friday, May 12, 6 p.m.

Where: Newtown Park, 3150 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekga.gov or 678512-3200

JOHNS CREEK SYMPHONY CONCERT

What: Johns Creek Symphony Orchestra presents “Sounds of Big Bands.” This concert features the Joe Gransden Big Band and the Georgia State University Jazz Ensemble special guest, jazz singer Carmen Bradford.

When: Saturday, May 13, 8 p.m.

Where: Johns Creek United Methodist Church, 11180 Medlock Bridge Road, Johns Creek More info: johnscreeksymphony.org

LIBRARY EVENTS: HANDWRITING ANALYSIS

What: Join certified Graphoanalyst and Graphologist as he gives five quick clues that uncover personality traits through handwriting analysis.

Bring samples of handwritings and signatures.

When: Saturday, May 13: 1:30-3 p.m.

Where: Roswell Library, 115 Norcross St., Roswell More info: afpls.org or 770-640-3075

YOUNG ARTISTS

What: Participants, ages 7 and up, will learn the basic techniques of drawing and painting, as well as the elements of art, the principles of design and cartoon drawing.

When: Saturday, May 13, 4:30-5:30 p.m.

Where: Ocee Library, 5090 Abbotts Bridge Road, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org or 770-360-8897

SPEECHCRAFT WORKSHOP AND GAVEL CLUB

What: As part of a partnership with Alpharetta Toastmasters, adults and teenagers can learn how to improve their public speaking skills.

When: Sunday, May 14, 2:30-4 p.m.

Where: Alpharetta Library, 10 Park Plaza, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org

CREATING A CHEMICAL-FREE HOME

What: Learn how to identify household toxins that may harm the family and discover how to have safe and natural alternatives that work. No registration required.

When: Monday, May 15, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Where: Roswell Library, 115 Norcross St., Roswell More info: afpls.org or 770-640-3075

TOP JOB HOSPITALITY JOB FAIR

What: Top Job Hospitality is holding a job fair for banquet servers.

Representatives will be on hand to discuss openings and free training. No experience is required.

When: Tuesday, May 16, 3:30-5:30 p.m.

Where: East Roswell Library, 2301 Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell More info: afpls.org or 404-792-4961

RETIREMENT

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What: Learn how to save for and handle retirement. This one hour seminar will discuss common questions, as well as how you can translate your vision for retirement into tangible goals.

When: Wednesday, May 16, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Where: Milton Public Library, 855 Mayfield Road, Milton More info: jt.eggensperger@ edwardjones.com or 770-754-5018

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Have fun, be famous – check out the Georgia Bass Slam

I’ve been working downstairs this week, straightening up what’s going to be my new “writing” space. But digging it out has been an adventure.

It’s astounding how much stuff accuSTEVE HUDSON mulates, and you Get Outside Georgia, aa4bw@comcast.net don’t really even realize the magnitude of the task till you start trying to sort and organize. Some of you probably know exactly what I mean.

But I’m making headway. In fact, I’ve moved the furniture and I’m about ready to paint the walls. In just a few minutes I’m off to the hardware, bound for the paint department to choose a suitable color.

What color should I choose? Many factors enter into that important decision, not the least of which is what will be the best background for a framed “Georgia Bass Slam” certificate.

What’s the Georgia Bass Slam?

Georgia’s Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division has introduced the Georgia Bass Slam “to recognize anglers with the knowledge and skill to catch different species of bass in a variety of habitats across the state, while also stimulating interest in the conservation and management of black bass and their habitats.”

How does the program work?

It’s designed to recognize anglers in Georgia who, within a single calendar year, catch at least five of Georgia’s 10 different species of black bass (with “black bass” being the scientific catchall category which includes the various species that bass fishermen know and love).

Didn’t know that there were so many bass species in Georgia? Neither did I. Eligible species include largemouth bass, spotted bass, smallmouth bass, shoal bass, Suwannee bass, redeye bass, Chattahoochee bass, Tallapoosa bass, Altamaha bass and Bartrams bass. Various species are found in locations all over the state, and I can tell you now that half the fun here is going to be tracking down and fishing waters that I have not fished before.

“Black bass are the most sought after species in North America, and for the Georgia Bass Slam we recognize

ten different black bass,” says John Biagi, Chief of WRD Fisheries Management. “The Slam challenges anglers to explore new habitats and different techniques to go beyond the species they normally target.”

The Georgia Bass Slam rules are simple and straightforward. The fish must be legally caught on public water or on other water where you have permission to fish, and they must be of legal size if caught in waters where length restrictions apply. Where there are no minimum length limits, they have to be at least eight inches long.

To help you in your quest, Georgia DNR even provides an interactive map that not only helps you learn more about each bass species but also shows you the parts of the state where each of these bass species might be found. Check it out at georgiawildlife. com/fishing/angler-resources/GeorgiaBassSlam/SpeciesInformation.

After you catch each species, take several photos of the fish, including at least one photo of you with the fish plus one photo of the fish next to a measuring tape or on a measuring board, to confirm the species. Then simply email the photos to Georgia.

BassSlam@dnr.ga.gov by midnight on Dec. 31. Be sure to include your name, fishing license number, length of the fish, weight if available and the name of the county and of the lake or stream where you caught it.

If you’re not sure of the species, you can still send it in and the experts at DNR will identify the fish from the pho-

tos and location info that you provide.

When you complete your Georgia Bass Slam, you will earn in addition to that personalized certificate for your wall two passes to the Go Fish Education Center and an assortment of stickers which will let you proclaim your achievement. You’ll also be recognized on the DNR website, at the Go Fish Education Center and elsewhere. You’ll be famous! In addition, all successful submissions for the calendar year will go into a drawing for an annual grand prize.

So that’s my new goal for 2017, kind of a second-quarter New Year’s Resolution if you will. I’m going to go out there and find those bass and earn that certificate. It sounds like fun and high adventure too.

Now off the hardware store for that paint so I’ll have a place to put that certificate.

Some of these bass, including largemouth and shoal bass, can be found in the Chattahoochee River right here in Atlanta.

Learn about some of the hiking trails that help you access the river in Steve Hudson’s book “HIKING THE HOOCH,” available from local outfitters and on Amazon.

Signed copies are available direct from the author at www. chattahoocheemedia.com.

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By David Remaley DDS Roswell Dental Care The Surgeon General’s Report on Oral Health states that good oral health is essential to good general health. And specifically for women, a growing body of research has linked gum disease to a variety of health problems that affect women. Because gum disease is a bacterial infection, it can enter the bloodstream and may be a factor in causing other health complications: • Heart disease: People with gum disease may be more at risk for heart disease and have nearly twice the risk of having a fatal heart attack. Heartdisease is also the number one killer of American women.

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Alzheimer’s Disease: Planning For An Unknown Future (NAPSI)—There are currently 5.4 million Americans1 who have Alzheimer’s disease, and as the U.S. population ages, many more individuals are likely to be diagnosed. It’s estimated that the number of people age 65 or older with Alzheimer’s disease will increase as much as 40 percent by 2025 and triple by 2050,2 barring any medical breakthroughs to prevent or cure the disease.

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Long term care provided by a facility can be expensive and is generally not covered by traditional health plans or Medicare. Medicaid may help pay medical costs, but you must meet your state’s poverty criteria.

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Home care can be provided by a relative or friend, but there may be a significant physical and emotional cost for these informal caregivers. Caring for an individual with Alzheimer’s disease is difficult, and caregivers commonly suffer from chronic stress,6 which can compromise their physical and psychological health7 as well as their most intimate family relationships. Often these caregivers leave the workplace or step out of a chosen career path to meet increasing care needs.8 This decision can have profound implications for their personal finances in both the short and long term.

It’s also important to remember that the need for long term care can arise from an accident, illness, or injury at any age. Although no one can be certain that he or she will develop Alzheimer’s disease, planning ahead can help to reduce financial and emotional stress on your family.

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The art walk, a social gathering, is an opportunity to tour the many art galleries lining Canton Street and Downtown Roswell. Usually, the event offers visitors a chance to meet face-toface with local artists who are happy to answer questions about their works.

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NORTH FULTON/FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Johns Creek sweeps Greenbrier — Johns Creek prevailed in extra innings in Game 1 and then dominated Greenbrier in Game 2 to advance to the quarterfinals for the third time in six years.

Game 1 went to extra innings after a Cole Neuber home run tied the game at 1-1 in the top of the sixth inning. Johns Creek scored two runs in the top of the eight off a single from Matt Gravely to take a 3-1 lead. Greenbrier had three singles and a walk in the bottom of the eighth to cut the Gladiators’ lead to 3-2 with the bases loaded and two out.

However, Neuber got a strikeout to end the game.

The Gladiators bats came alive in Game 2 as Johns Creek used 10 hits and 13 runs to end the game via mercy-rule after five innings, 13-3 the final.

Gravely had three RBIs in the win with Jared Mihalik driving in two runners.

Next series: away vs. Allatoona.

King’s Ridge advances with win in decisive Game 3 — King’s Ridge dominated Games 1 and 3 against Providence Christian to advance to the quarterfinals for the third straight year.

King’s Ridge blew out Providence 11-1 in Game 1 and looked poised for the sweep late in Game 2.

The Tigers led 2-1 in Game 2 enteing the bottom of the seventh. Providence singled to put the tying runner on. A sacrifice bunt and fly out ad-

vanced the runner to third but also put two outs on the board. The Tigers then surrendered a triple to tie the game, and a balk from Josh Byrnes allowed Providence to walk-off in unusual fashion.

King’s Ridge left no doubt in Game 3, with Lawson Hill throwing a complete game and allowing just four hits and no runs as the Tigers won 4-0. Hill also drove in two runs in the game.

Next series: away vs. Holy Innocents’ Blessed Trinity prevails in three games over Columbus — Blessed Trinity blew out Columbus in Game 1, scoring seven earned runs on 12 hits on to an 8-1 victory.

Runs were harder to come by for the Titans in Game 2, as Columbus’ starter threw a complete game, allowing just five hits in seven innings. Leading 1-0 in fifth, the Titans committed two errors to open the inning. Columbus took advantage by driving in two runs to take a 2-1 lead. BT put two runners on in the top of the seventh but failed to score, forcing a decisive Game 3.

In Game 3, BT pitcher’s Cole McNamee and Jake Smith allowed just four hits and held Columbus to one run. Smith also had two RBIs along with Jake Lundkovsky as the Titans went on to take Game 3, 6-1.

Next series: home vs. West Laurens.

Northview falls in extra innings of decisive Game 3 — Runs were at a premium throughout Northview’s series with Lee County with just eight combined runs scored by both teams in three games. In the end, Northview’s season ended as Lee County scored two runs in top of the 11th inning of Game 3 to take the series.

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Baseball: Continued from Page 32 seventh of Game 1, Northview loaded the bases with two outs but failed to score.

In Game 2, Northview took a 2-1 lead in the top of the sixth inning and held on. Colton McDaniel and Matthew Pacifico teamed up for nine strikeouts.

In the decisive Game 3, which was postponed Thursday and played Friday, another low-scoring affair dominated.

Avery Thomas got the start for Northview, striking out five and allowing four hits and one run in 5.2 innings. After Ryan Blake came in relief for one out, Matthew Pacifico took over.

Pacifico was nearly unhittable as a closer this season, but as the game entered the 11th inning, Pacifico’s fifth on the mound, Lee County finally managed to string together hits. Three singles and a sacrifice bunt put Lee County up 3-1.

In the bottom of the inning, Michael Wilson hit a single with one out, but Mac Bolton grounded into a double play to end the inning and Northview’s season.

Northview compiled a 25-9 overall record this season.

Lambert falls to North Paulding in two games — Lambert’s comeback attempt in Game 1 proved too little too late, and a shutout loss in Game 2 ended Lambert’s season last Wednesday.

Though Lambert had 10 hits in Game 1, North Paulding scored eight runs in the fifth, sixth and seventh innings to down the Longhorns. Lambert scored four runs off four hits, including three doubles, but the 8-1 gap was too much to overcome as the Longhorns fell 8-5.

Lambert was unable to score in Game 2, stranding seven runners.

North Paulding went on to win 6-0.

Lambert finished the season with a 20-14 overall record.

West Forsyth swept by Hillgrove — After their series was delayed a day due to weather, West Forsyth’s playoff run fell short as they were swept by Hillgrove in the second round.

West opened an early 1-0 lead in Game 1 on a sacrifice fly from Indiana Stanley, but that would be West’s sole score of the game. Bryar Hawkins threw a complete game for the Wolverines, with seven hits, two earned runs and six strikeouts. Hawkins gave up a home run in the bottom of the sixth that proved to be the game-winner for Hillgrove’s 2-1 victory.

Hillgrove ran away in Game 2, scoring six runs in the top of the second inning and went on to win 9-1.

West compiled an 18-15 record this season.

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Study indicates demand Historic Town Square hotel ROSWELL, Ga. — A recent feasibility study commissioned by Roswell Inc has indicated strong demand for a business-friendly hotel on the city’s Historic Town Square.

The study was funded by Roswell Inc in partnership with Visit Roswell GA and Georgia Power. It recommends a 90-room hotel be developed on the site adjacent to Founders Square, where Haigwood Studios is located, as part of a new mixed use development also containing retail, residential and office space.

The study was conducted by The Highland Group, an Atlanta-based hotel consulting firm, and included site analysis, interviews with competitive hoteliers, analysis of competitive hotel data, and interviews with numerous stakeholders in the community – including large employers in Roswell that frequently host business travelers.

“The data from this study confirms what we’ve known for quite some time, that there is a high demand for quality, business-class hotels in Roswell,” said Steve Stroud, executive director of Roswell Inc. “To remain competitive as a business destination, we need to increase the number of quality hotel options available to people doing business in our city.”

Key findings from the study include: Business travelers are the primary source of demand at Roswell hotels.

Doubletree is the market leader in Roswell. When it’s full, business

visitors usually choose to stay in Alpharetta rather than in other hotels in Roswell.

Because business travelers consistently stay in neighboring cities, Roswell is losing tax revenue to neighboring cities that would otherwise be collected by the city.

Corporate demand in Roswell is projected to increase by an annual average rate of 4.2 percent from 2016 to 2023, reflecting the proposed hotel supply expansion.

Neighboring cities are increasing hotel options, including six hotels proposed or under construction in Alpharetta.

In addition to serving the business community, this proposed hotel would also have a significant impact on tourism travelers, particularly in the wedding industry.

“Visitors often ask us where they can stay in the Historic District and are disappointed when we tell them there isn’t a hotel within walking distance to the square,” said Dotty Etris, executive director of Visit Roswell GA, the city’s tourism program. “We believe getting a hotel in this area is incredibly important to the future of both tourism and economic development in Roswell.”

Next steps for Roswell Inc include taking this data and working in partnership with local developers, property owners and hotel operators to attract the right project for this area.

Eaves schedules forum for north Fulton residents ROSWELL, Ga. — Fulton County Commission Chairman John Eaves will hold a public forum to discuss issues of importance to north Fulton residents at St. David’s Episcopal Church in Roswell on Sunday, May 21, from 3:004:30 p.m.

Chairman Eaves hopes to discuss hate crime prevention, criminal justice, education, health care and other issues that residents may raise. The event is

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King’s Ridge senior leaves lasting legacy Kelsey Hall creates environmental club, earns school certification as wildlife habitat

By JOE PARKER Joe@appenmediagroup.com MILTON, Ga. — A King’s Ridge senior will leave a lasting legacy at the school, one that will benefit students, staff and wildlife surrounding the school. Because of her efforts, the entire campus has been designated a wildlife habitat by the National Wildlife Federation (NWF).

With a passion for environmentalism, Hall created the Leaders for Environmental Awareness and Protection (LEAP) club at the school after attending the Environmental Studies Summer Youth Institute at Hobart and William Smith Colleges.

Two years after she began the club, her fellow students have shared her vision for sustainability, and the club has swelled to 35 members and has initiated environmentally-sound changes at the school.

Kelsey Hall led the effort to get the school certified as an NWF wildlife habitat. She created the school’s Leaders for Environmental Awareness and Protection (LEAP) club.

King’s Ridge became the first school in North Fulton to provide electric vehicle charging stations after the LEAP club raised funds to install the stations at the school. With funding from a Georgia Independent School grant, the club created and managed a hydroponic garden with an environmental science class at King’s Ridge.

The latest of the club’s accomplishments is the NWF certification the club initiated. The certification deems the school as wildlife-friendly, providing food, water, shelter and places for wildlife to raise young. The school met all of

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Hall started the LEAP club on her own, and the organization has since grown to more than 35 members. the required factors, such as having s water sources, areas with lots of trees and shrubs, sustainable practices and food sources available to wildlife.

The certification also makes it more difficult to create changes that would adversely affect the wildlife on the campus.

Hall, who will pursue an environmental degree after she graduates, said she is pleased with the club and its accomplishments.

“I’m really proud of what we have accomplished,” she said. “I hope that these initiatives and increased environmental awareness will be my legacy at

King’s Ridge Christian School.”

On the NWF certification, Hall said, “It was a really great initiative for LEAP because we were able to represent King’s Ridge and get involved with our community and the sustainability on the campus.”

Danny Bayless, a teacher at King’s Ridge and the LEAP club sponsor, said the NWF certification means Hall’s legacy at the school is sound.

“The certification means a lot to me on Kelsie’s behalf,” Bayless said. “As a senior, this is her way of giving something to the school with the club she started, and to leave her legacy here.”

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After devastating day, Mill Springs shows support for its students Parents remind students they are not alone, are loved

By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com MILTON, Ga. — In one day, Mill Springs Academy had to deal with three separate and devastating events that most schools rarely encounter.

On April 24, a freshman student was found dead after committing suicide. A student with the school’s track and field team collapsed in cardiac arrest. Another student was arrested on charges of statutory rape.

In response to these traumatic events, staff and members of Mill Springs’ Parent Volunteer Association (PVA) braved soggy conditions and downpours May 1 to show support for the students. Members of the PVA stood outside the school with signs stating “You Are Loved,” “You Matter” and “We are in your corner, rain or shine.”

Students were also greeted with signs of encouragement and support on every locker and around the campus on

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The statement also addressed the reaction of parents and staff in a show of support through such trying times.

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realized that they needed this support just as much as the students,” the statement said.

The student who suffered cardiac arrest has recovered.

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CDA’S Down Home Derby still a winner Horses run for the roses; event all about the children

By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appenmediagroup.com MILTON, Ga. – If you can’t make it to Churchill Downs in Louisville for the Kentucky Derby, the second-best place to see the Run for the Roses is at Iron Horse farm in Milton.

That is where the Child Development Association of North Fulton has had its annual Down Home Derby gala for the last three years, and for pure fun, it may just be the best of the season.

With more than 450 attending, this was the largest crowd yet for the Down Home Derby, according to CDA Executive Director Maggie DeCann. Channel 2 newscaster Fred Blankenship was the celebrity emcee for the affair.

The sold-out event raised something north of $100,000 that will go to fund CDA tuition scholarships for Fulton’s working poor.

It was quite a debut for the DeCan and Malon Mimms Co., the presenting sponsor.

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Centennial Winter Guard takes first place at championships

ROSWELL, Ga. — The Centennial High School Winter Guard recently claimed first in their class of 15 Guard Teams at the Southern Association for Performance Arts Championships in Chattanooga, Tenn. The CHS Guard placed first in their class in three of the four competitions in which they participated.

While it is only the school’s sixth year of competing, the Centennial team started off the year in the SAPA Scholastic Novice division. After their fourth competition, and third straight first place win, they were moved up to the Scholastic Regional A division. There, they competed against other local high schools such as Johns Creek and North Gwinnett.

The Centennial High School Winter Guard celeThe Centennial team was led this year by Terra Johnson, brates their first place win. director, and Rachel Cooper, assistant director; as well as three student leaders, Anna Steltenphol and Matthew Gilmore, captains, and Kaley Olewicz, assistant captain.

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Alpharetta senior receives Giving Point Spark Award ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Alpharetta senior Sandya Valli Vikram won the Spark Award at GivingPoint’s annual Sparks Student Awards Ceremony on April 26. Vikram was awarded $3,000 for her project, which seeks to reform Georgia’s Charitable Liability Law. As a high school sophomore and junior, Sandya volunteered several hundred hours at more than 35 rural medical camps in arid, rural India. As a student of medicine, her goal is to eliminate the scarcity of healthcare in rural areas, both by serving individually and by collectively collaborating with practicing medical professionals.

After having sponsored medical camps and learning how to organize them in India, she again embarked on the journey of organizing rural healthcare programs in Georgia as a senior at Alpharetta High School.

Vikram found several doctors were not as willing to participate in charitable medical services because of concerns of liability. After researching Georgia’s laws and enrolling in the GivingPoint Institute, she reached out to lawyers to seek change in Georgia’s Charitable Liability law.

Alpharetta High’s Sandya Valli Vikram was given the Spark Award for her project with seeks to provide healthcare in rural areas.

Vikram hopes to reform Georgia’s Charitable Liability Law to remove a barrier for doctors who want to serve, thereby encouraging more physicians to help more freely. She intends to use the award money to mitigate the scarcity of healthcare in rural areas.

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Three local teams capture tennis state championships Cambridge girls, Northview and Lambert boys capture titles

By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com CLAYTON COUNTY, Ga. — The boys tennis teams’ of Northview and Lambert and the girls team of Cambridge captured state championships last Saturday at the GHSA state championships at Clayton County International Park.

Northview captured its third championship in four years and Cambridge won its second in three years. Lambert’s state title was the first for the program.

Northview was 17-0 entering the state championship match Saturday, but would face stiff competition in cross-town rivals Chattahoochee.

The two teams had met twice before in the regular season and the region tournament. Both of those matches were won by Northview by the slimmest of margins, 3-2.

Northview head coach Tracy Hefner-Ramage said she was nervous for

the team heading into the state championships, knowing how hard it would be to defeat Chattahoochee three times on a season.

But once again Northview was victorious, winning 3-2. The Titans No. 1 doubles lost to open the state championship, but a win in the No. 2 doubles tied the teams. In singles, Northview captured two of three wins, including a threeset win for senior Jeremy Yuan, to capture the state title.

Yuan finishes his high school career perfect in state championship matches.

Northview’s six seniors won three state titles in their four years at the school and finished their senior cam-

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Cambridge’s state championship was its second in three years, but first in Class AAAAAA after the Bears moved up from Class AAAAA last season.

The Lady Bears made quick work of region-rivals Alpharetta in the state championship, winning 3-0. Cambridge got their revenge over the Lady Raiders who downed Cambridge for the region championship this season.

Sisters Shelley and Allison Larson captured the Lady Bears’ first win of the day, winning 6-3 and 6-4 in No. 2 doubles.

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Isabella Larson won in three sets, 6-3, 3-6, 6-3.

Hanna Giddings captured the Lady Bears’ state title winning No. 1 singles in two sets. Giddings was undefeated in singles play this season.

Sydney Orefice and Emma Holmes did not have to finish their singles matches as Cambridge had already secured the state title.

Cambridge head coach Jennifer Schultz said the Bears moving to Region 7-AAAAAA provided valuable experience against stout competition that enabled them to have success in the playoffs.

“We knew at the beginning of this season this region would be tough.

Unlike previous regions where we were very dominant, this region provided us more experience in the state playoffs,” she said. “To be able to win and compete at this level is a huge accomplishment.”

It only took three matches for Lambert to capture their first state championship in their first appearance later on Saturday.

Will Harper and Jack Metzger each won their singles matches, and Spencer Brown and An Lenka won in No. 1 doubles to seal the win for the Longhorns.

All matches ended in two sets.

Lambert’s 3-0 sweep in the state championship round was the fourth in five matches played in the state playoffs.

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Local athletes compete at track state championships

By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com NORTH FULTON, Ga. - The GHSA track and field state championship takes place Thursday-Saturday this week in three locations. Classes A-Private, 4A and 7A will take place at Valhalla Stadium in Rome and Class 5A and 6A competition will be hosted at Carrollton’s Grisham Stadium.

King’s Ridge • Sydnee Walker (shot put, discus throw) • Jack McHugh (110 meter hurdles, 300 meter hurdles) • Orion Caldwell (long jump)

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• Kori McDaniel (shot put)

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• Emma Rose Bagwell (800 meter run, 1600 meter run, 4x400 relay) • Maddie Heller (800 meter run, 1600 meter run, 4x400 relay) • Anna Munns (3200 meter run) • Lauren Maresca (4x400 relay) • Marlena Sculac (4x400 relay) • Beth Millter (4x400 relay) • Kate Taylor (4x400 relay) • Chloe Ryan (high jump) • Jana Barden (shot put) • Harrison Weltlich (200 meter dash, 400 meter dash, 4x400 relay) • Ben McCoy (1600 meter run, 3200 meter run, 4x400 relay) • Chris Turko (800 meter run, 1600 meter run) • Brennan O’Connor (3200 meter run) • Tim Bolger (4x100 relay) • Quinton Reese (4x100 relay, long jump) • Joseph Stanziano (4x100 relay) • Will Carlton (4x100 relay) • Ben Shappard (4x100 relay) • Simon Corrigan (4x400 meter relay) • Will Griffin (4x400 meter relay)

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Art: Continued from Page 31 Shattuck, who currently lives in Johns Creek, received an architecture degree in 1994 from Georgia Tech.

Since then, he has specialized in custom home design and opened his own firm, Cornerstone Design Studio, all while nurturing a love for architectural art.

He eventually delved into the art

world himself after he became frustrated looking for different works.

“Photography as is – there’s tons of it out there, but it doesn’t feel like art,” Shattuck said. “And there are only two kinds of polar opposite architectural arts available – the traditional or super abstract. There wasn’t really anything in between.”

By 2015, Shattuck started to bridge that gap by experimenting with architectural photography and mixed media applications.

“I appreciate abstract art,” he said.

“But the ones I’m drawn to are the ones where there’s something that I can connect with and recognize.”

As such, Shattuck decided to focus his works on well-known buildings and architecture.

“The natural starting point for me was going to be New York,” Shattuck said. “I knew that iconic architecture was what I wanted to do. I love the Chrysler Building, Flatiron Building, the Empire State Building, the Manhattan Bridge – there’s so many different details that I can shoot.”

Shattuck’s works are photographic transfers onto wooden frames with a gesso finish to give them texture. He then applies and scrubs off some paint to give the works an archival look.

“There’s no way I can go into a project with a preconceived notion,” Shattuck said. “The city won’t cooperate.”

While making a shot, Shattuck often has to deal with crowds and trying to find the right angle for such large buildings. It can take him hours or even days to get the right shot. But the wait is almost always worth it, he said.

CITY OF ALPHARETTA NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The following items will be heard at a public hearing held by the Planning Commission on Thursday, June 1, 2017 commencing at 6:30 p.m. in the Alpharetta City Hall Council Chambers, 2 Park Plaza, Alpharetta, Georgia.

Items forwarded by the Planning Commission will be considered by the City Council on Monday, June 19, 2017 commencing at 6:30 p.m. in the Alpharetta City Hall Council Chambers, 2 Park Plaza, Alpharetta, Georgia. a. CLUP-17-02/Z-17-04 Taylor Morrison/40 Cumming Street Consideration of a request to rezone 0.837 acres from R-15 (Dwelling, ‘For-Sale’ Residential) to DT-LW (Downtown Live-Work) and rezone 10.868 acres from R-15 to DT-R (Downtown Residential) to allow for the construction of 40 ‘For-Sale’ townhomes, 30 ‘For-Sale’ detached homes and to allow a historic structure to be used for an office. A comprehensive land use plan amendment is requested from Downtown Residential Density to Central Business District. The property is located on the north side of Cumming Street between Highway 9 and Manning Drive at 40 Cumming Street and is legally described as being located in Land Lots 1196 and 1253, 2nd District, 2nd Section, Fulton County, Georgia. b. CLUP-17-03/MP-17-05/Z-17-05/CU-17-05/V-17-16 Northwinds Summit/Pope & Land Consideration of a request to rezone 24.547 acres from O-I (Office-Institutional) to MU (Mixed Use) to allow for the construction of a mixed-use development, including 140 For-Rent’ apartment units, 32 ‘For-Sale’ stacked condominium units, 1,230,000 square feet of office, 140-room hotel and 30,000 square feet of retail/restaurant use. A comprehensive land use plan amendment is requested from Corporate Office to Mixed Use, as well as a master plan amendment to the Northwinds Master Plan Pod A to add the proposed development mix to the subject property. A conditional use is requested to allow ‘Dwelling, ‘For-Rent’ Residential’ use and a variance is requested from the ‘Dwelling, ‘For-Rent’ Residential’ standards and to reduce the minimum lot size in the MU district. The property is located at the northeast corner of Haynes Bridge Road and Georgia 400 and is legally described as being located in Land Lots 752, 753, 798 and 799, 1st District, 2nd Section, Fulton County, Georgia. c. CU-17-06/V-17-15 Village Park at Wills Road/Assisted Living Consideration of a request for conditional use to allow an assisted living facility. Variances are requested to reduce setbacks, increase building height and reduce the undisturbed buffer requirement between residential and non-residential uses. The property is located at the northwest corner of Highway 9 and Wills Road at 437 Wills Road and 1650 South Main Street and is legally described as being located in Land Lot 600, 1st District, 2nd Section, Fulton County, Georgia. d. Z-17-06/V-17-13 Tiffany Square Consideration of a request to rezone 3.26 acres from R-12 (Dwelling, ‘For-Sale’ Residential) to DT-R (Downtown Residential) to allow for the redevelopment of a 12-unit townhome development with 25 ‘For-Sale’ single-family detached homes. Variances are requested to reduce setbacks, increase building height and to allow parking between a building and the road. The property is located on the east side of Haynes Bridge Road at Tiffany Square Drive and is legally described as being located in Land Lots 1267 and 1268, 2nd District, 2nd Section, Fulton County, Georgia. e. MP-15-01/CLUP-15-01/Z-15-01/V-15-01 KB400 Master Plan/1699 Land Company (Deferred by the Applicant – Council Only) Consideration of a request to rezone approximately 12.4 acres from O-I (Office-Institutional) to R-8A/D (Dwelling, ‘For-Sale’, Attached/Detached Residential) in order to develop 61 ‘For-Sale’ detached homes in a gated community. A master plan amendment to the KB400 Master Plan Pod A is requested to add ‘Dwelling, ‘For-Sale’ Detached’ to the list of permitted uses. A Comprehensive Land Use Plan amendment is requested to change the designation of the property from ‘Corporate Office’ to ‘High Density Residential’. Variances are requested to reduce the minimum lot width and setbacks. The property is located at the southwest corner of Kimball Bridge Road and North Point Parkway and is legally described as being located in Land Lots 807, 808, 849 & 850, 1st District, 2nd Section, Fulton County, Georgia.

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 Park Plaza, Alpharetta, Georgia.

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ROSWELL, Ga. — Roswell Parks and Recreation and Little Free Libraries of Roswell have recently dedicated their fourth library thanks to the support of Roswell Lions Club.

This library, painted in a Lions and reading theme, can be found in the newly re-dedicated Groveway Community Park on Dobbs Drive. At the base

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CITY OF ALPHARETTA, GEORGIA FOR CADASTRAL CONVERSION SERVICES RFP # 17-111 The City of Alpharetta (City) is requesting proposals from qualified and experienced companies for CADASTRAL CONVERSION SERVICES, including, but not limited to, the development of a seamless geodatabase, using ERSI’s GIS software products. The primary goal is to correct misaligned, missing, and incorrect boundaries associated with tax parcels within the municipal boundaries of Alpharetta and Milton. The Offeror shall furnish all labor, material, and equipment necessary to complete the project.

The Request for Proposal document will be available online Thursday, May 11, 2017, at our bid-posting website, https://www.ebidexchange.com/alpharetta. Interested parties are required to log in to review the RFP documents and submit any specific bid related questions.

Proposals will be due on Thursday, June 15, 2017, at 10:00 AM at Alpharetta City Hall, 2 Park Plaza, Alpharetta, Georgia 30009.

For information, please contact Abigail Shipp at the City of Alpharetta Finance Department at purchasing@alpharetta.ga.us or at 678-297-6052.

CITY OF ALPHARETTA NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The following items will be heard at a public hearing held by the Planning Commission oncom/LFL3948.

Friday, May 19, 2017 commencing at 1:00 p.m. in the Alpharetta City Hall Council Chambers, 2 Park Plaza, Alpharetta, Georgia.

Items forwarded by the Planning Commission will be considered by the City Council on Monday, May 22, 2017 commencing at 6:30 p.m. in the Alpharetta City Hall Council Chambers, 2 Park Plaza, Alpharetta, Georgia. a. PH-17-15 Unified Development Code - Text Amendments Consideration of text amendments to the Unified Development Code to add a definition to Section 1.4.2 and determine appropriate zoning districts in Section 2.2.

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 Park Plaza, Alpharetta, Georgia.

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DEATH NOTICES

Eileen Blackwell, 96, of Cumming, passed away April 28, 2017. Arrangements

by Byars Funeral Home.

John Albert Henderson, 82, of Cumming, passed away May 3, 2017. Arrangements

by Byars Funeral Home.

Martha Ann Anderson, 93, of Cumming, passed away April 26, 2017. Arrangements

by McDonald and Son Funeral Home.

Lisa Towstick Brandt, 59, of Cumming, passed away April 28, 2017. Arrangements

by McDonald and Son Funeral Home.

Larry Ray Henson, 65, of Roswell, passed away April 27, 2017. Arrangements

by McDonald and Son Funeral Home.

James Stanley Baggett, 89, of Cumming, passed away April 27, 2017.

Arrangements by McDonald and Son Funeral Home.

Edith Callahan Eubanks, 90, of Cumming, passed away May 1, 2017.

Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home.

Ernest Loner, Jr., of Alpharetta, passed away April 29, 2017.

Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

Benjamin Prince Bagwell Sr., 84, of Cumming, passed away April 26, 2017.

Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home.

Charles Barrett, 59, of Cumming, passed away April 26, 2017. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home.

Alice Foster, of Roswell, passed away May 1, 2017. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

Jack Norman Gray, 86, of Cumming, passed away May 2, 2017. Arrangements

by McDonald and Son Funeral Home.

Judith Parnell, of Roswell, passed away April 29, 2017. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

Elizabeth Reina, 62, of Suwanee, passed away April 26, 2017. Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home.

Diane Marie Sclafani, 76, of Cumming, passed away April 26, 2017. Arrangements

by Ingram Funeral Home.

Walter K. Myers, 92, of Roswell, passed away April 30, 2017. Arrangements by McDonald and Son Funeral Home.

William Ernest Smith, 91, of Cumming, passed April 30, 2017. Arrangements by McDonald and Son Funeral Home.

ONLINE INCLUDED

» Hiring? Pay once & we’ll run your ad until your position is filled.* » Selling Something? Pay once and we’ll run your item until it’s sold!*

Call today to place your ad • 770-442-3278 • classifieds@appenmediagroup.com • FAX: 770-475-1216 •

Help Wanted Full-time

WE’RE HIRING! $10-$25/hr.

We will train. We need Tree Climbers for our booming Tree Service!

Tree Climber in Training Be accepted into our school at $10/hr. Within 1 month you’ll be earning $12/hr as a Groundsman/Climber in Training. Within 6 months you’ll be earning $15/hr as a Jr. Tree Climber. Within 3-5 years you’ll be earning $20/hr as a Journeyman Tree Climber.

Within 5 - 10 years, you’ll be earning $25/hr as a Sr. Tree Climber. Must pass drug and background test. GA driver’s license required. We E-verify. Position includes complete benefits including vacation, family health insurance and matching 401k.

Send brief email to Bob@404Cutttree.com explaining why we should consider you. You must describe your physical (athletic) experience or abilities in your cover note. We are actively interviewing; however, resumes without cover notes will not be opened.

Bob Delbridge, President 404-CUT-TREE www.404cuttree.com & www.finestmulch.com

Full-time

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Computer Professionals for GA based IT Firm: Sr. Software Engineers: Plan, design, develop, code, test & implement advance s/w module components in complex computer environments on different O/S using latest web based tools & technologies. Analyze user requirements & document technical & functional specifications.

Co-ordinate with users & team members on s/w programming, installations etc. Sr. Programmer Analysts: Design, develop, enhance, customize, direct & implement s/w systems.

Analyze & gather business requirements & prepare technical documents & functional specifications.

Implement advance s/w module components in complex database systems & computing environments. Involve in all phases of SDLC/DWLC methodologies.

Both positions are available to work from home or remote location. Apply w/2 copies of resume to HR, Powermind Solutions, Inc. 1845 Manor View, Cumming, GA 30041.

FRONT DESK/DENTAL North Fulton dental office has opening for front desk staff member.

Must have outstanding communication skills, be proficient with computers, energetic, flexible and present a professional appearance. Front office experience a plus but will train the right person. If interested & meet the above qualifications, please send resume to northfultondentaloffice@ gmail.com

PRESCHOOL TEACHER-FT/PT INFANT TEACHER. CLEANING PERSON Positions open immediately! Benefits available. Excellent pay.

Friendly environment.

Call 678-648-3175 or info@krk52.com

FRONT DESK Doctors office. Computer experience.

Pleasant team player. Positive attitude.

Alpharetta/ Roswell.

Resume: medoffice123@gmail.com

T E C H N O L O G Y HP Inc. is accepting resumes for the position of Workflow/DFE Escalations Expert in Alpharetta, GA (Ref. #HPALPRIME1).

Provide remote service, customer access, presales, post-sales, and service delivery. Travel required 15% in Eastern region. Mail resume to HP Inc., c/o Andrew Bergoine, 11445 Compaq Center Drive W, Houston, TX 77070. Resume must include Ref. #, full name, email address & mailing address. No phone calls.

Must be legally authorized to work in U.S. without sponsorship. EOE.

SERVERS

Alpha Soda is now hiring servers. 770-442-3102. info@alphasoda.com SERVERS & BARTENDERS Rivermont Golf Club in Johns Creek is seeking energetic servers & bartenders. Please reply to hrrivermontgc@gmail. com

Part-time PRESCHOOL TEACHER-FT/PT INFANT TEACHER. CLEANING PERSON Positions open immediately! Benefits available. Excellent pay.

Friendly environment.

Call 678-648-3175 or info@krk52.com

PEST CONTROL TECHNICIAN Permanent position, ideal for mature women & men.

Drug-free non-smoker, good driving record. No termite work. Weekday days. $11/start. 770-7530001 BEVERAGE STORE ASSOCIATE: Full/parttime. Apply: Roswell Beverage Depot,10498 Alpharetta Highway 30075 Director of Youth Ministry, Alpharetta Presbyterian Church APC is a vibrant, 900-member PC(USA) church seeking a parttime Director of Youth Ministry to work with youth in grades 6-12. Please view full job description and requirements at www. alpharettapres.com/youth.

Submit letter of interest, resume, and 3 references to office@alpharettapres. com, 770-751-0033.

*Some Restrictions Part-time

TEACHERS ASSISTANTS Children Today Montessori Learning Center. Infanttoddler experience, ages 6 weeks-18 months. Mature, nurturing, gentle, responsible. loving respect for all children; warm team spiritidness. Miss Malie info@childrentodaymontessori.com

Sales Estate Sale ALPHARETTA for the estate of the late Reverend Carl and Ruth Jamerson. 13200 Freemanville Road.

Friday 5/12, Saturday 5/13, 9am-6pm.

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Fill your position today!

Call 770-442-3278 to advertise

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NATIONAL ADVERTISING

Garage Sale

Yard Sale

Collectibles

Household

Recreation

Real Estate

SUWANEE: Grand Cascades community-wide sale!

James Burgess Road near Old Atlanta (follow signs).

GPS: 199 Rivergate Drive 30024. Friday 5/12 and Saturday 5/13, 8am-3pm.

30+ homes.

Alpharetta/Milton White Columns Subdivision; 405 Hampton View Court 30004.

Saturday 5/12, 8am-1pm.

Treadmill, wine table set with 6 chairs, 2 glass-top tables, fully operational electric fireplace, Christmas items, etc

BOYDS BEARS (85) + extras. Need to downsize. $300 firm. 770-355-7866

Refrigerator: 24 cu ft.

White Kenmore side by side with ice and water dispenser. Good condition $150. 678-232-8695

HUFFY BIKES (2): Mens’ & womens’, $60 each.

678-205-9162

Waterfront in GA

ALPHARETTA St. Regis Subdivision; 275 Vidaulan Court 30022.

Friday 5/12, 9am-4pm.

Saturday 5/13, 9am-2pm.

Clothing, miscellaneous CUMMING: Entire ORCHARDS of Brannon Oak Farm...Saturday, May 13, 8 to 2. CREEK VISTA DRIVE...ENTER 141 JOHNS CREEK 485 Leasingham Way 30097. Saturday 5/13, 8am-2pm. Kids’ stuff, household

Moving Sale ALPHARETTA Brierfield Subdivision; 851 Locust Grove Court 30004. Saturday 5/13, 8am-2pm.

Furniture (including childrens’), decorative items, miscellaneous household Alpharetta/Roswell 2900 Ivey Oaks Lane.

Saturday 5/13, 7am-2pm.

EVERYTHING!!

Armoire, breakfront, sofa, chests, 4-poster bed, table/parsons chairs, art, household items. Cash only ROSWELL Creekside Subdivision; 1005 Riceland Court 30075. Friday 5/12 and Saturday 5/13, 9am-1pm.

Dorm and apartment furniture, 2 dining room sets, accessories, household items ALPHARETTA 12785 Oak Falls Drive, Saturday 5/13, 8am-3pm. Furniture, household, electronics, artwork.

Everything must go!

ALPHARETTA/MILTON Multi family. All proceeds benefit North Fulton Community Charities; Oxford Lakes Subdivision off New Providence Road (720 Oxford Lakes Court 30004). Saturday 5/13, 8am-3pm.

ALPHARETTA Huge Sale!!!

FIVE NEIGHBORHOODS 1,000+ HOMES Chadbourne, Westgate, Hollybrooke, Hanover Point, Hanover Place By far the South Forsyth’s Biggest multi-community sale!

Union Hill Road just south of McFarland – Follow the signs Saturday 5/13, 8:00am-2:00pm.

We only do this once a year…Don’t miss it!!!!

Bargains Building Supplies VELUX SKYLIGHTS, used. (Eight, 21”x44”, two miscellaneous sizes). $400/all. 770-992-6848 leave message DRIVEWAY GATES; two, 10’ wide total, wrought iron. $800 both/obo.

678-492-2300 1000 Gallon Diesel/ Solvent tank, $1500.00 Call Tom 770.778.6015 CLAMPING PLIERS, crescent wrenches and beam level, assorted carpentry tools (saws, power tools and drills).

770-664-1095

Cemetery

SPRING CLEANING?

GREENLAWN ROSWELL Companion crypt old mausoleum, column AA, row 4. $4500.

770-365-1506

SELL YOUR STUFF - CALL 770-442-3278 TODAY!

Arlington Memorial 3 cremation niches Garden Mausoleum Block 41B #C,D,E $1,000 or 3/$2,500 Transfers paid.

Pictures available. Call/ text 678-579-2863

MENS’ RING: 18 carat yellow gold. Size 12.

Featuring 1.79 carats round blue sapphire surrounded by 1 carat channel set baguette diamonds. $5000/ obo. Appraised $8446.

678-551-3782

S A M S U N G DISHWASHER $150. 678525-6655.

GAS RANGE: 30” Kenmore Elite, lightly used, excellent condition. $400. 470-239-8513

Furniture

CABINET OVEN $350.

678-525-6655

CHILDRENS’ TABLE, cherry Delta $90.

404-889-3233

Gas Range: 30” Stainless Frigidaire Gallery Series convection self-cleaning oven with warming drawer.

Good condition $150.

678-232-8695

BAR STOOLS, swivel seats & backs. Two 24”, one 29”, all wood construction; great condition! $20 each.

770-888-2790 CHAIRS: Black, cushioned, no armrests.

New! 2 at $40/both.

678-663-5953 CHERRY HUNT TABLE with mirror, $700.

404-889-3233 DINING ROOM TABLE, glass top, cherry inlay, 6 covered roll-back chairs $800. 404-889-3233 BARSTOOLS 30” cherry 404-889-3233

(3) $300.

SWIVEL ROCKER RECLINER, Lazy-Boy: Beige. New! $850. Retail $1099. 678-957-8335 RECLINER/LIFT CHAIR: Electric.

Mauve. Good condition.

Photos available. $350.

770-495-3714

FRIGIDAIRE FREEZER $125. 404-889-3233

Medical Equipment M O T O R I Z E D WHEELCHAIR, great condition! New batteries. $1200. Pictures available.

770-495-3714.

W H E E L C H A I R , heavy duty, takes 250 pounds/$85. Walker with seat/$60. 770-664-1095

BORDER.

Appen Media Group 770-442-3278

Wanted to Buy RECORDS: LP’s. Pay cash, Rock & Roll.

Mojo Vinyl, Roswell 678-534-5042

Transportation Auto Parts & Accessories

YA M A H A 4-WHEELER 404-889-3233

kids’ $150.

Business Services

JOHN DEERE KIDS’ GROUNDLOADER $150.

404-889-3233

LITTLE TYKES COUPE and Fire Engine, both for kids $70. 404-889-3233

Do you want your ad to stand out? Ask your classified sales rep how you can enhance your in-column line ad with a

GOLF CLUBS: Ladies’ complete set, Lynx irons, graphite woods, ball retriever, wood covers, new bag $275.

770-740-9757

$40.

ARMOIRE. 2 tall-back wicker kitchen chairs.

Formal gold sofa. 4 formal chairs. White dresser. Iron kitchen table and 4 chairs. Cream sofa. Rug. Accessories.

770-827-1789 call or text.

FRAME YOUR AD

POOL TABLE; 8’ Olhausen with accessories, $950.

404-409-9518

STROLLERS 404-889-3233

Miscellaneous

POLARIS Kids’ 4-Wheeler $150. 404-889-3233

LAWN TRACTOR, Craftsman 42”. 19.5 HP variation speed.

Slightly used. $849.50.

770-410-9331

Neck/back, Universal, and stair step machines. $750/ obo. 678-936-4540

FREON-12 WANTED Spring-cleaning the garage? We pay CA$H for R12 refrigerant. No shipping, we come to you! 312-291-9169, sell@ refrigerantfinders.com

SECTIONAL SOFA SET $125. 678-525-6655

Garden/Lawn

SKIS, BOOTS, POLES, womens’ and mens’ 7/1/2 and 9-1/2. $400.

404-889-3233

DUNE RACER (kids) $150. 404-889-3233

Musical Instruments PIANO, Baby Grand: Elegant case, matching bench; warm, rich tone.

Sacrifice $1650 obo.

678-445-3654 PIANO: Spinet Cable Nelson. Free! You pick up.

678-246-9159 PIANO: Henry F. Miller Upright, matching bench $500/firm. 770-552-4034

Legal Notice Travis Washington, Plaintiff vs. Taylor Griffin, Defendant.

TO THE DEFENDANT NAMED ABOVE: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED and required to answer the Complaint in this action of which a copy is hereby served upon you. Serve a copy of this Answer to this action, on the subscriber at his office at 6708 Lake Arcadia Lane, Columbia, South Carolina 29206 within thirty (30) days after date of service, exclusive of the day of such service.

If you fail to answer the Complaint within the time prescribed, the Plaintiff will apply to the Court for a judgment by default, and for the relief requested in the Complaint.

LAKE NOTTELEY 1-acre lakefront wooded lot, just 90 miles north of Atlanta in upscale mountain-top community with pool, clubhouse, stables and many more amenities.

Motivated seller $149,000.

770-778-0290

Entertainment & Event Services Weddings Tianna’s Place Creating impeccable memories, one event at a time. Full-service, special event-planning.

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Instruction Camps FOREFRONT ARTS CHILDRENS THEATRE Summer Camps: “Beauty And The Beast”, “Hamilton”, “Sound of Music”, Superheroes, and comedic acting. www. forefrontarts.com/camp

Tutoring

BY TELEPHONE Simplified learning, all facets math. Small fee guarantees raising your child’s grades, k-8th.

Cross-math puzzles.

770-619-2588

Personal Services Eldercare YOUR HOME Nights or days. 8-12 hours. $14/hour.

Verifiable references.

20+ years experience.

Transportation.

Nonsmoker/Englishspeaking.

No pets.

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