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$4M in ‘unforeseen’ costs Courthouse, jail still within $100M budget By ALDO NAHED aldo@forsythherald.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — As the courthouse and jail near completion, change orders were submitted amounting to nearly $4 million. But the project is still on track and within the $100 million overall budget scope.Project manager Joe Lee , of Carter Goble Lee, told Forsyth County Jail and Courthouse project team that the change orders were due to “unforeseen conditions” ($1.5 million); construction document de-
sign reconciliation ($1.2 million) and enhancements ($1.3 million).
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E-cigarette battle for common ground County to reconsider stance By ALDO NAHED aldo@forsythherald.com
Ryan Ryke, left, and Noah Richardson, of Awesome Vapor in Cumming, say they quit smoking once they used e-cigarettes.
FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — In its bid to align electronic cigarettes with tobacco products, Forsyth County Commissioners got a lot of new information and opposition. At their June 5 meeting,
several people spoke in opposition to the change that could ban the use of electronic cigarettes, also known as e-cigs or vaporizers, in county buildings and parks and recreation facilities. None spoke in favor. The law would allow the use at designated areas alongside tobacco smokers. This is where Commissioners got it all wrong, said Noah Richardson, who works at Awesome Vapors in Cumming
and is one of the leaders opposed to the change on social media. Richardson along with Ryan Ryke and Steven Bryant started the 600-member Facebook group “North Atlanta Vape Squad.” They say it’s not right to lump them in with tobacco product users. “We wanted them to understand that e-cigarettes are not
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As they were finishing, the homeowner said they were not finished. The homeowner said they needed to clean all the way to the soffits, but the crew said this was not a part of the agreement. Then, the man yanked the pressure washer wand away from the workers and tried to finish the job himself. They turned off the washer, tried to pack up and defuse the situation. The man picked up the washer and threw it into the street, which damaged the machine.
Hamptons pool house destroyed CUMMING, Ga. — Someone broken into the pool house in a neighborhood and caused about $10,000 in damage, according to a Forsyth County Sheriff’s incident report. On June 10, residents of the Hamptons called 911 after finding the pool house, 4650 Hamptons Club Drive, damaged. Deputies saw office furniture, pool chairs and broken beer bottles in the pool. The inside and rear of the building had been demolished, as if construction workers had begun to refurbish it. The vandals kicked holes into the sheetrock, tore down signs and ripped off cabinet doors. Every item inside the lower portion of the pool house
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She said she felt a bump when she back out of the parking space at the RV she was visiting. Deputies said the trailer was knocked off its blocks, and the jack stands were also bent. Janice Beck, 44, was charged with driving under the influence and criminal damage to property, misdemeanors. Beck was taken to Forsyth County Detention Center.
was thrown on the floor. Deputies said the HOA would probably have to spend over $10,000 to repair the damage to the pool, sinks, refrigerators, walls and signs.
Road-rager allegedly shoots BB gun CUMMING, Ga. — A woman said a man pulled out a BB gun and shot at her car while driving, according to a Forsyth County Sheriff’s incident report. On June 2, a woman told deputies she was driving by a gas station on Ga. 369 at Ga. 400 when a brown tractortrailer pulled out in front of her. She said he cut her off, so she honked her horn at him and passed him along the right lane. She said as she passed him, the man in the truck pulled out what looked like a BB gun and shot at her car. She said she heard the shot hit her car, but deputies were unable to locate any evidence of such an event. Deputies tried to locate the tractor-trailer truck as the woman described, but were unable to find it.
Harassing calls from IRS imposters FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — A woman was told to pay $1,300 or else her daughter would be arrested, according to a Forsyth
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$3K in construction equipment stolen FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Someone stole $3,080 in shingles and vents from a construction site, according to a Forsyth County Sheriff’s incident report. An employee of The Roof Depot, 4255 Cedar Bridge Park, told deputies the theft occurred sometime between May 28 and May 30. He said 130 bundles of 30year shingles, nine bundles of 20-year shingles, four plastic vents and four air vents were taken.
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Effective for some vessel operators after July 1 SOCIAL CIRCLE, Ga. — Beginning July 1, the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Law Enforcement Division is requiring boater education courses for all vessel operators born on or after Jan. 1, 1998. “In an effort to provide a mechanism for ensuring that Georgia boaters are knowledgeable, boaters will be required to complete a boating education course,” said DNR Lt. Col. Jeff Weaver, assistant director of law enforcement. “After all, tragedy can happen quickly and making an effort to learn boating laws, rules and regulations can potentially save a life — including your own.” Senate Bill 136, introduced in the state by Sen. Jack Murphy (R-Cumming) and Butch Miller (R-Gainesville), mandates new boater education requirements in Georgia. The Kile Glover Boat Education Law and Jake and Griffin BUI Law provide for greater public protection for hunting and boating. Two years ago, brothers, Jake
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Forsyth, Milton team rescues trapped horse By JONATHAN COPSEY jonathan@northfulton.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. – Milton’s horse rescue team was called out Wednesday, June 11 to help a stuck horse in Forsyth County. The four-member crew was called to an area near Stablegate Court in Forsyth County after a report of a horse stuck in a muddy ditch. A 28-year-old horse named Dusty had fallen into a creek bed and, due to heavy rains, had become trapped in the mud. This only became worse when a tree branch fell on the animal. Milton Fire Battalion Chief Bill Bourn said the horse may have been stuck overnight. “He had possibly lain there all night trying to get up and was physically exhausted,” Bourn said. “And it was so muddy, he couldn’t get his legs under him to stand up.” Firefighters from Milton and Forsyth County placed a harness around the animal and dragged him out of the mud 15 feet to the street, where he could get his footing. “He was able to stand up on his own after that,” Bourn said. All told, it took about 30 minutes of work. While many fire departments are trained in large animal rescue, Milton is
Milton and Forsyth County fire crews managed to free a trapped horse from a muddy creek bed June 11. The horse was unharmed. one of the few departments in the region with equipment capable of helping horses and other large animals out of tight spaces. Called “Technical Large Animal Emergency Rescue,” or TLAER, the prevalence of horses in Milton convinced the fire department to invest in horse rescue equipment.
Bourn said the TLAER crew could go months without a call and then get two in two days, but rain is a common factor. “It presents more of a possibility for a horse to get in a predicament,” he said. Milton has a mutual aid agreement with surrounding cities to respond if they wish to such incidents.
Hamilton receives Legislator of Year award ATLANTA — State Rep. Mark Hamilton (R-Cumming) received the 2014 Legislator of the Year award from the Georgia Chamber of Commerce. “I am humbled and honored to receive such an esteemed award from the Georgia Chamber of Commerce,” Hamilton said. “As a state legislator, one of my top priorities is bring-
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Rachel Murray, Hannah Testa and Zachary Querido support a plastic-free future.
CUMMING, Ga. — Hannah Testa’s efforts to bring about change continue. About 80 people attended an event last month at the Post Road Library to watch and discuss the documentary “Plastic Paradise.” Also in attendance at the
event were Commissioners Todd Levent and Cindy Jones Mills, Charles Orgon, chief executive officer of Greening Forward, and Kevin Smith of Keep Forsyth County Beautiful. The event was an interactive experience with a Skype conversation with Angela Sun, who produced the documentary. Testa, 11, a Kelly Mill Elementary student, says she wants to bring awareness to anyone who will listen about plastic pollution and its impact on the environment. Some in the audience told her they had taken the pledge
to be more conscious about their plastic waste, and others said she had changed their life. Testa says changing behavior to eliminate single-use plastics from everyday use is quite easy with a few shifts in behavior. “I may be only one person with one voice, but together we can make a wave to help our beautiful world,” she said. Testa will give a presentation of the movie at the Hampton Park Library, 5345 Settingdown Road in Cumming on Sunday, July 27. To learn more about this initiative, go to Facebook and search hannah4change.
‘Tarzan’ revamps tale for Cumming Playhouse stage Runs through June 22 By SHANNON WEAVER shannon@northfulton.com CUMMING, Ga. — If you think you know the tale of Tarzan, expect to be surprised. Cumming Playhouse is performing “Tarzan: the Musical,” based on the Disney movie of
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“The emotional conflict brings in all kinds of mature and beautiful nuances,” Garrett said. Garrett said “Tarzan” is a story rich in relationships, showing that “being different is okay, that love transcends things like appearance.” The show incorporates primarily tribal-themed choreography with cirque aerialists using silks. The music is written by Phil Collins, author
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Lifeguards ready for summer at Aquatic Center By PAIGE ROMAN paige@northfulton.com CUMMING, Ga. — Things are looking sunny at the Cumming Aquatic Center. Carla Wilson, Cumming Aquatic Center manager, said the facility has had a huge turnout this summer. “It’s all weather dependent,” Wilson said. “This summer has been fantastic. Last summer, all of the rain kept people from coming in. This year has been great.” Leading up to the summer, the staff of 60 lifeguards went
through an extensive training process to ensure they would be alert and ready up on the stands. Wilson said all lifeguards at the Aquatic Center go through American Red Cross and first aid training and are also required to acquire outdoor waterpark and oxygen certifications. Unlike other pools around the area, the Cumming Aquatic Center has at least seven lifeguards on duty at a time and are placed in and around the pool based on zones. Along with the lifeguards
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Swimmers from left are Luke Lawson, 6, Blake Winters, 10, Garrett Avery, 10, Eduardo Isias, 10, Eduardo Juarez, 8, Francisco Juarez, 13, Trey Brookins, 14, and Peyton Lewandowski, 8. Wilson said. “Whether there are two or 20 kids in the pool, there are still the same amount of lifeguards on duty in each zone.” Wilson said the entire staff took a day to review all of the procedures and certifications before the pool opened up for the season. “We also provide recertifications for each of our lifeguards,
so that they are always up to date,” Wilson said. The Cumming Aquatic Center is now open to the public Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. and on Sundays from 1 p.m. until 6 p.m. For more information, visit www.cummingaquaticcenter.com.
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Rome superintendent tapped to lead Forsyth Co. Schools By ALDO NAHED aldo@forsythherald.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — It’s down to one. The Forsyth County Board of Education has selected Jeff Bearden as the lone finalist for superintendent of schools. “We were impressed by the caliber of applicants,” said Darla Light, chairperson of the Forsyth County Board of Education. “Our community provided us input to determine the qualifications and characteristics of the next superintendent of schools, and we have determined that Jeff Bearden is the best person to lead our district. “Our next step is to negotiate a contract, and plan for final approval in late June.”
E-cigs: Continued from Page 1 harmful and they do not need to be classified as a tobacco product,” Richardson said. “They wanted to classify us as a tobacco product and have us go and sit with smokers, but we don’t want to be exposed to second-hand smoke.” Richardson said he started using e-cigarettes to get away from the harmful chemicals that are in cigarettes. A Boston University School of Public Health study found that cigarette smoke contains between 10,000 and 100,000 chemicals, including more than 60 known human carcinogens, while e-cigarette vapor contains about 15 chemicals, of which five are of any significant health concern. Richardson said the only real harmful chemical is nicotine, which he said is no worse than caffeine. “Our goal is to get people off of cigarettes,” Richardson said. “We are not a cigarette cessation device, we are an alternative. We don’t market ourselves as a health product. We are just a safer way.” At the public hearing, Forsyth County Attorney Ken Jarrard said there’s no concrete evidence about whether the use of e-cigarettes helps smokers kick their habit. “They’re a source of secondhand exposure to nicotine, but not to combustion toxicants,” Jarrard said. The move toward a ban in county buildings and parks started when constituents contacted a County Commissioner to complain that someone was smoking electronic cigarettes at a library. Richardson said his group agrees that smoking indoors is not courteous or polite.
Bearden, the superintendent of the Rome School System, has served as a school executive for over 25 years. “ForBEARDEN syth County Schools is the premiere school district in Georgia,” said Bearden in a news release. “I look forward to working collaboratively with all stakeholders to take an outstanding school system to an even higher level of student growth and achievement.” Before Rome, Bearden was superintendent of Fayette County Public Schools. A Georgia native, Bearden
spent the first part of his educational career in Maine where he served as superintendent of the Maine School Administrative District No. 35 and the Limestone School Department. Bearden also served as an assistant superintendent, assistant principal and district athletic director. He taught social studies and language arts and was a varsity basketball coach. Bearden has two daughters and one son. His wife Lisa is an elementary school teacher. The couple plans to relocate
to Forsyth County. “I feel that my entire career has led me to Forsyth County Schools and I am prepared for the challenge,” Bearden said. “It is my educational philosophy, and research supports, that the best schools and the best school systems are the ones where home, school and community work together.” The search for a new superintendent started earlier this year when Forsyth County School Superintendent L.C. “Buster” Evans announced he would step down from his post
and take on a new job with the state. Gov. Nathan Deal tapped Evans to increase the number of inmates with high school diplomas at state prisons. Evans will join the Department of Corrections as the assistant commissioner of education effective July 1 and will retire from county schools on June 30. During the transition, the Forsyth County Board of Education hired Keith Porter, Dawson County School’s former superintendent, as interim superintendent.
We are not a cigarette cessation device, we are an alternative. We don’t market ourselves as a health product, we are just a safer way.” NOAH RICHARDSON Proprietor Awesome Vapor “If you use your brain, you’re not going to use your e-cigarette in public buildings,” he said. Ryan Ryke, who also works at Awesome Vapors, said being classified as a tobacco product would set their business back. “We can’t let people try out the product and test before they purchase, so it would hurt our business,” Ryke said. The fight to keep electronic cigarettes “vaping” as many call it, united several of the small businesses selling the devices. “Most businesses you don’t hang out with your competition, but we all have a common goal,” Richardson said. “We all want to get people out of cigarettes. After all the shops close, we are all one community and we just want what’s best for the community.” Forsyth County Commissioners later discussed possibly allowing the use of ecigarettes in the parking lots of county buildings and parks. The next public hearing on the issue takes place at 5 p.m. July 3 at the County Administration building, 110 East Main Street, Suite 220, in Cumming.
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Forsyth County Schools Transportation Director Garry Puetz speaks to the Cumming chapter of the Vietnam Veterans of America at their monthly meeting at the Golden Corral.
CUMMING, Ga. – Garry Puetz, director of transportation for Forsyth County Schools, has led an interesting career. Puetz was the guest speaker at the Cumming chapter of the Vietnam Veterans of America’s June 2 meeting at Golden Corral in Cumming. The school district has 330 bus drivers who transport 25,000 children to school and back safely every day of the school year, he said. Puetz’s first career was not in the school yard, but on the football field. Puetz played in the National Football League
for 10 years, where he was an offensive lineman for the New York Jets and the Washington Redskins. He then worked with the coaching staff for the Atlanta Falcons before joining Forsyth Schools to run its bus system. School bus driving is a “noble profession,” Puetz said, one that takes talent, patience and a true love for children. Puetz said his daily focus is the safety of the children and drivers. Asked for his take on the recently reported concerns among NFL players about concussions, the former lineman
said football is a rough game and a significant number of players are affected. That’s one reason he believes children under 13 years old should not play football and why he wouldn’t allow his own boys to play when they were young. Puetz said the NFL is working with youth football coaches, parents and players to demonstrate ways to tackle and block without using their head as a weapon. He thinks better equipment designs will ultimately help reduce injuries. — Shannon Weaver
Fire department to participate Ride for Kids raises $119K in safety and health week to combat brain tumors FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. – The Forsyth County Fire Department will participate in the 2014 International Fire/EMS Safety and Health Week June 15-21. Safety and Health Week is a joint initiative of the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) and the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC). The event is coordinated by the IAFC Safety, Health and Survival section and the NVFC, and is supported by a network of fire service, health and safety organizations. The annual event aims to improve firefighter survival rates during emergencies and in the long term. Fire departments across the world will increase awareness and action for safety and health. “The Forsyth County Fire Department is looking forward to participating in Safety and Health Week once again this year,” Division Chief Jason Shivers said. He notes that daily response will not be affected. “Responding to the citizens’ request for assistance is always
our top priority.” The department has 172 personnel that protect approximately 195,400 citizens over an area of 247 square miles. Heart attacks are the leading cause of onduty firefighter fatalities, and 81,000 firefighters are injured each year in the U.S. Safety and Health Week provides a time for the entire fire service community to help prevent line-ofduty deaths and injuries. “Line-of-duty deaths are the most horrible event a fire department can experience,” said Shivers. “Sadly, the Forsyth County Fire Department has suffered three such losses in our history. We are committed to reducing the risk of such losses as much as possible by way of our hiring practices, training guidelines and physical fitness efforts. The fire service is a dangerous profession, but we want to afford our troops every opportunity to complete a full career injury-free and enjoy a long retirement afterward.” — Shannon Weaver
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CUMMING, Ga. — The Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation continued its fight against childhood brain tumors on June 1, when its annual Atlanta Ride for Kids event raised $119,513. The 31st annual event, which took place in Cumming, is a motorcycle ride that raises funds for childhood brain tumor research and highlights children diagnosed with brain tumors – the “Stars” of the day. Fourteen local Stars rode with motorcyclists before being honored in a ceremony. Maddie Miller, a 15, said she’s grateful for the contributions from donors. “[Ride for Kids] has raised a lot of money in donations. I’d like everyone to know that they’re helping a lot raising all this money.” Miller is a 10-year survivor. Although this year’s ride was a success, the foundation continues to battle childhood brain tumors until there is a cure. “What I would like to see is eventually for [the ride] not to have to be here,” said Mandy Dean, a survivor now in her 20s. “I wish for the funds we’re raising to actually find a cure.” Natalee West, who attended the ride with Dru West, said many people don’t realize how much help is needed for
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Pictured are 13 of 16 Boys State “Citizens” selected by the Cumming American Legion Post 307 from all the public high schools and Horizon Christian Academy.
Local Girls and Boys State “Citizens” announced FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — The American Legion Auxiliary Unit 307 of Cumming announced that 12 girls and 16 boys from local schools attended the annual Georgia Girls and Boys State event. The event was held June 8 through June 13. Girls State was held at Georgia Southern University, and Boys State was held at Riverside Military Academy in Gainesville. The American Legion Girls and Boys
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Johnson reaches Eagle Scout rank FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — On April 26, Matthew H. Johnson of Cumming was awarded the rank of Eagle Scout by Boy Scout Troop 457, accepting a certificate and medal. Troop 457 is located at Midway United Methodist Church, 5025 Atlanta Highway, Alpharetta. Johnson, a rising sophomore at West Forsyth High School, has been with the Scouts since he was 6 years old. He joined as a Tiger Scout. For his Eagle Scout project, Johnson refurbished the outdoor classroom and butterfly garden at Vickery Creek Elementary School. He led the project and worked closely with garden manager Holly Loveland as well as Assistant Principal Derek Hershey. Friends, family, troop members and school personnel helped on designated workdays to get the garden back in working order. He also developed a plan for school personnel to use to keep the garden in shape during the school year. During the ceremony,
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From left are Kerry Hartshorn, eighth-grade social studies teacher, Melissa Danielsson, DAR member, Luke Freet, Allen Greenly, Robert Forsyth chapter president, and Steve Loureiro, eighthgrade social studies teacher.
Johnson was awarded an American flag by his troop that was flown in his honor over the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. In addition to the flag, a brick was ordered for Johnson in his honor, to be placed on the Eagle Scout pathway at the BSA Service Center in Jefferson, Georgia. Johnson is part of West Forsyth’s cross country team and the technology program. –Aldo Nahed
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Ken Davis takes over as GNFCC chairman Renasant Georgia president used to leadership roles By HATCHER HURD hatcher@northfulton.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Ken Davis, Georgia President for Renasant Bank, has taken on the role of Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce’s chairman of the board. It is a role he slips into easily as it a role he has played many times before when called upon. Just Davis’ current resume shows he has served three years as chairman of the board for the Roswell Convention and Visitors Bureau which oversees both tourism and economic development for that city. He has served on numerous boards where he lends his expertise, ideas and most importantly, his time. Now as chamber board chairman, he sees his first task as keeping ongoing chamber initiatives on track. “Some things we are doing, we want to continue doing such as education, workforce development, healthcare and technology,” Davis said. Education and workforce development are almost joined at the hip. There are already a number of colleges and technical schools offering classes in North Fulton such as DeVry University, Reinhardt University, Georgia State University’s campus on Ga. 400 and Emory
University’s continuing education program. Then there is the $25 million footprint Gwinnett Technical is putting down on Milton Parkway in Alpharetta. “These are all great assets to help drive economic development here in North Fulton. If we can provide the trained workforce for the growing tech industry, the healthcare industry, the more it will benefit all businesses here,” Davis said. “There are a lot of energies and synergies at work here, and it is our job to help coordinate them to build our economy.” Another part of the chamber’s job is to get the word out about all the good things going on in this community. “We have a story to tell both locally and regionally, and now it needs to continue to the Southeast. And while we continue to make ourselves attractive to the relocation market, we must increase our efforts to retain existing businesses,” he said. “That may not make the big headlines, but when a business has the opportunity to look around but decides to stay, that is a huge economic win as well.” North Fulton Chairman Chamber Chairman Brandon Beach said he is ecstatic to have Davis take over the chairman’s gavel for 2014-15. “He has been on our board, he knows the job, he knows the community and he knows how to get things done,” Beach said. “More than that, he has
Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce President Brandon Beach, left, chats with his new Board Chairman Ken Davis at a recent chamber after-hours get-together. lived in this community for 20 years. There are not many people we need to know that he can’t call up on the phone. “He is very involved in the community. With his contacts and visibility in the community, we as an organization are lucky to have him.” One area the North Fulton business community has to do better is branding the region the way other regions have. He points to Silicon Valley for technology in California and the Research Triangle in Raleigh-Durham area as examples. “That can gather synergy from existing businesses to
bring similar or ancillary businesses to North Fulton. As you gain strength, you build on that strength,” Davis said. “So it is a matter of developing a brand for all North Fulton. And there are a lot of success stories to tell – quality schools here, technical companies, corporate relocations, excellent parks and recreation – the list is endless.” There are challenges that must be met also. Transportation is a sore spot, but as Davis points out: “It’s a nice problem to have. It means people want to be here.” Long-term, North Fulton wants to recruit a 4-year col-
lege to bring its campus here, Davis said. Throw in MARTA expansion, too, he said. “Another challenge is affordable housing that will serve our workforce. One way to eliminate a long commute is to live where you work,” he said. “And you have to remember, the emerging demographic for younger workers, show they don’t want a ‘five-four-and-adoor. [Five windows upstairs and four windows downstairs, i.e. the standard single-family home]. “They want a lifestyle that does not include a picket fence. These are the realities we have to prepare for,” Davis said.
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Anyone who has been following the real estate market in our area knows that inventories have tightened. There are fewer homes available, in general, which is why prices have been rising. For most sellers, it is a seller’s market. Six months of inventory denotes a healthy market, not a buyer’s market or a seller’s market. But we know that inventory levels will vary by location and by price point. As you would expect, there are different inventory levels and
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Trendy clothing boutique opens in Alpharetta Business: Honey and Hazel Boutique Opened: April Owners: Julie Gordy and Grace Gordy What: Owned and operated by a mother-and-daughter duo, Honey and Hazel is a fulfillment of a lifelong dream to bring the community a unique boutique shopping experience offering trendy contemporary women’s clothing and accessories at affordable prices. Where: 7391 North Point Parkway, Suite 1440 in Alpharetta Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Closed Sunday. Call: 678-585-0065 Email: shophoneyandhazel@gmail. com Web: facebook.com/honeyandhazel
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Gas prices continue to dip ATLANTA — In the past couple of weeks, motorists in the Southeast have seen gasoline prices going through slow and steady declines, according to AAA’s Auto Club Group. The average price for a gallon of regular unleaded fuel fell one cent in Tennessee, two cents in Florida and three cents in Georgia at press time. “Gas prices in the Southeast are falling at about the same rate as they did during June 2013,” said Mark Jenkins, spokesman for AAA Auto Club Group. “However, the discount at the pump could end anytime. The summer months tend to be more
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Salon Lofts opens location at Perimeter Village in Dunwoody ATLANTA — Salon Lofts celebrated the opening of their Perimeter Village store on May 22. The new salon is located at 4705-A Ashford Dunwoody Road in the Perimeter Village. This is the second Atlanta store for Salon Lofts. The other is located in Alpharetta at 970 Northpoint Drive. The opening event included a ribbon-cutting ceremony and a “Passport to Beauty” showcase featuring the different salon services at the new location. For more information, visit www.salonlofts.com.
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Harry Norman Forsyth office holds open house weekend CUMMING, Ga. – Harry Norman, Realtors’ annual open house weekend will take place on June 21 and 22. The Forsyth/Lake Lanier agents will hold as many of their homes open as possible between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. “This event is a great way for buyers to get an idea of what they can afford and what kinds of homes are available in the local market. It’s also a chance for sellers to market their home and attract potential buyers,” said Robert Aiken, senior vice president and managing broker. For more information about this event, please visit www.harrynormanforsyth.com/open-house or call their office at 770-497-2000.
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CRAFT BEER FESTIVAL AND 5K ROAD RACE
Over 100 craft beer vendors from around the U.S. with live music at 6 p.m. on June 21. Entry to the festival is $35 and will get you a souvenir glass and all you can sample drinks. The 5K road race begins at 8 p.m. Please call 404-630-5109 or visit awesomealpharetta.com.
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Indie-rock group, Starting Fires has a lilting, harmonious sound paired with plenty of dramatic flare. The Atlanta-based band will be performing at Under the Pines at Matilda’s on Friday, June 20 at 8:30 p.m. Tickets are $15. 377 South Main St., Alpharetta. Please call 770-754-7831 or visit matildascottage.com.
DONNA HOPKINS & GIBSON WILBANKS AT MATILDA’S
Donna Hopkins & Gibson Wilbanks will be playing together at Matilda’s on Saturday, June 21 at 8:30 p.m. Tickets are $15. 377 South Main St.,
The Lance Price Band will be performing at The Collection at Forsyth as part of a summer concert series. The event begins at 6 p.m. June 26 with kids activities and the Lance Price Band performs from 7 – 9 p.m. The event is free of charge and is open to the public. 410 Peachtree Pkwy, Suite 4165, Cumming. Please call at 770-781-0333 or visit collectionforsyth.com/events.
DRUM CIRCLE AT CNC
Bring your own drum and a professional drum circle leader will lead the circle. All experience levels and spectators welcome. $5 donation requested. Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Rd., Roswell. Please call at 770-992-2055 or visit chattnaturecenter.org.
eyebrows among their friends when they decide to audition for the high school musical. Cliques clash and friendships are tested in this modern take on Romeo and Juliet. The students of East High must decide whether to stick to the status quo, or break free to find out what’s truly important. Show times vary. June 19 – 22. 2200 Buford Highway, Buford. Please call 770-945-6762 or visit redphoenix.org.
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THEATER » The main-stage musical production of “Tarzan” will be performed at The Cumming Playhouse by MelloDrama Productions. The exciting show, based on the Disney movie, has intense choreography, cirque aerialists, gymnasts and entertaining music. 8 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays, 2 p.m. Sundays. Through June 22. 101 School St., Cumming. Please call 770781-9178 or visit playhousecumming. com.
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The classic Cinderella fairy tale told with wit, style and a few surprises. The show starts at 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. on Friday, June 20 at the Roswell Cultural Arts Center. 950 Forrest St. Roswell. Tickets are $5 for ages 2 and up. Please call at 770594-6232.
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The Red Phoenix Theatre Company is thrilled to announce the summer production of “In The Heights.” “In The Heights” tells the universal story of a vibrant community in New York’s Washington Heights neighborhood. It’s a community on the brink of change, full of hopes, dreams and pressures, where the biggest struggles can be deciding which traditions you take with you, and which ones you leave behind. Show times vary. June 20 – 22. 2200 Buford Highway, Buford. Please call 770-945-6762 or visit redphoenix.org.
Come watch riders show off and compete in a two-day hunter/jumper show, June 21-22. Shows start at 8 a.m. and run all day. Perfect for kids and families and it’s free to sit and watch. 11915 Wills Rd. Alpharetta. Please call at 678297-6120 or visit willspark.com
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Chukkar Farm Polo Club & Event Facility is hosting an Olympic Day Polo Match with interactive halftime Olympic activities for all ages in celebration of Olympic Day. 2 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Sunday, June 22. 1140 Liberty Grove Rd., Alpharetta. Please call 678-899-0509.
Come out and enjoy fresh local produce at the Ellard Farmers Market. There will be live music, children’s activities and crafts. The event will be held at the Ellard Village Shopping Center on Saturday, June 21 from 8 a.m. to noon. 8400 Holcomb Bridge Rd., Alpharetta. Please email Rolando Orellana at jrolando@uga.edu or call 404-6137670.
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FCS names new head coach, director of volleyball Coaching veteran Kirbie Wallace joins Fellowship ROSWELL, Ga. – Kirbie Kathleen Wallace of Jonesboro has been named director of volleyball and head varsity volleyball coach for Fellowship Christian School, Athletic Director Bryan Lindner has announced. “Coach Wallace has a great background, and we are blessed to have her join our program,” Lindner said. “Her coaching resume is very strong, which includes valuable experience at both the club and high school levels.” The Fellowship varsity volleyball team reached the state playoffs for the first time in school history this past fall, hosted the first-ever region volleyball playoff match since the school joined the Georgia High School Association and posted a 25-9 school record season. “I am excited to be joining such a great institution like Fellowship,” Wallace said. “I look forward to helping the Lady Paladin program build on the success of last year’s great
team, and assist our athletes to grow on and off the court.” Wallace spent the past four years as director of volleyball for WALLACE Elite Sports Training in Hampton. A veteran of 12 years in coaching, Wallace served two seasons as head coach of St. John the Evangelist Catholic School, a PK-8 school in Hapeville, from 2012-13. She guided the Eagles to an 18-2 record and a second-place region finish in 2013, following an 8-10 record in 2012. Wallace also has extensive experience as a head coach at the club level. Wallace, who earned a bachelor’s degree in education and public policy from Ashford University of Clinton, Iowa in 2013, is an IMPACT certified volleyball coach through USAV in three states (Florida, Georgia and South Carolina). She has been a Georgia High School Association certified volleyball coach since 2001.
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Splash Week at the YMCA World’s largest swimming lesson CUMMING, Ga. – With summer starting, water safety becomes a growing concern. Learning how to swim is the most effective way to prevent accidental drowning. But where can you get lessons? The Forsyth County Family YMCA, 6050 Y Street, invites families and friends, ages 3 and up, to dive into
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Pinecrest receives $5,000 grant for STEM education CUMMING, Ga. — Pinecrest Academy, a preK-3 through 12th-grade Catholic school in Cumming, has received a $5,000 grant from the Catholic Foundation of North Georgia to help implement the Energy in the Environment and Robotics modules as part of the expansion of science, technology, engineering and mathematics programming (STEM) for
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Georgia Southern University STATESBORO, Ga. – Georgia Southern University recently recognized students for excellence in academics on the 2013 fall semester President’s List and Dean’s List. To be eligible for the President’s List, a student must have at least a 4.0 grade point average and carry a minimum of 12 hours for the semester. President’s List Alpharetta: April Berlyoung, Grant Brown, Megan Byrd, Jordan Chambers, Sydney Doolittle, Jessica Forster, Garrett Frye, Austin Glover, Charles Gravlee, Joe Guenther, Helen Heindl, Austin Holcomb, Elizabeth Iannacone and Olivia Ibrahim. Megan Meyer, Emily Morrow, Lindsey Morton, Jeremy Moss, Douglas Mrsich, Robert Myrick, Samantha O’Connor, Michael Palmer, Jaclyn Sansom, Richard Skinner, Shannon Traylor, David Vater, Olivia Vranjes and Derrick Weiss. Cumming: Caitlyn Curdie, Tiffany Hinkelman, Andrew Johnson, John Eisa Junio, Calen Kirkpatrick, Megan O’Shea, Morgan Podczervinski, Saam Roodehchi, Andrew Smallwood, Ian Trapp, Valerie Welty and Teresa Zittrauer. Duluth: Shun Borders, Graysen Clements, Nicholas Efird and Liana Moran. Johns Creek: Matthew Anderson and Grant Williamson. Milton: Scott Kelly Roswell: Camden Batchelor, Kaley Bergen, Alexander Booth, Sarah Feltrop, Aubrey Flickinger, Sara Ghering, Samantha Goldberg, Laura Henry, Sally Henry, Caroline
Pinecrest middle school students. An additional 135 students will benefit from the two new modules funded by the grant, and the funding will also underwrite teacher training for two faculty members. The following modules that will be added to Pinecrest’s STEM curriculum are energy and the environment for sixth
Hilburn, Trent Hutchins and Elizabeth Kleiber. Katherine McEnery, Katherine McGrath, Emily McManus, Kyle Miller, Amanda Orrison, Andrew Robertson, Taylor Stephenson, Kristen Tillman, Mariaelena Uceda and Jason Willoughby. Suwanee: Alexandra Breed, Jayme Cook, Thomas Cooper, Margaret Corry, Rebecca Farmer, Brooks Kolberg, Kiera Linton, Stephanie Simpson, Sarah Simpson and Taylor Yancey. Dean’s List Alpharetta: Michael Ackerman, Kaitlynn Ball, Whitney Ballew, Samuel Barbosa, Charlotte Beaver, Anukirat Bedi, John Berry, Lindsey Bias, Majeed Bilal, Erin Brink, Emily Brook, Robert Bryant III, Taylor Burns, Chelsea Cagle, Bethany Carman, Emily Cauthen, Brittany Childers and Amanda Clark. Lacey Dennis, Clifton Deputy, Corey Fern, Jacqueline Ferree, Maximilian Fey, Mikaela Fitzpatrick, Alex Forte, Hayden Gerwien, Jeremy Haysman, Sandra Hendow, Mariana Hernandez, Elizabeth Hoehn, Jesse House, Pamela Howarth, Alexandra Hyman, Alexandra James, Jordan Kelleher, Justin Kemple, Jordana Klein and Stephanie Kosturik. Ashlyn Laratta, Michael Liqua, Caitlin Loudy, Kelly Lyall, Matthew Mayfield, Meghan Mills, Matthew Mills, Emily Moroz, Agnes Nance, Samantha Nash, Brenna Needham, Lillian Norris, Emily Odom, Robby Perkins IV, Nick Perzella, William Pruitt, Christopher Purdy, Derrick Ramage, Connor Ramsey, Michael Reighard, Jaquuelyn Riley, Cameron Robertson and Tyler Roquemore. Mila Saitowitz, David Sansom, Jules Schwartz, Kayla Sinkoe, Andrew Smith, Taylor Spung, Reginald Suter Jr., Jeffrey Thomas, Daniel Tuck, Michael Vega, Charles Walker, Harrison Williams, Charlie Witkowski,
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The Catholic Foundation of North Georgia is a longtime supporter of Pinecrest Academy. The foundation has provided support for capital improvements and technology upgrades over the school’s 20-year history, both through general funds and the Conrads Family Foundation. — Shannon Weaver
Walters, Dylan Mecher, Joshua Metzinger, Brittan Nocera, Nicholas Nolan, Charles Norman, Christopher Parker, Sarah Parker, Philip Radovich, Christina Ragan, Caitlin Robertson, Sean Ruff, Kiley Schumann, Bailey Semkuley, Nicholas Sligar, Emily Swedorski, Shelby Tippett, Parrish Turner, Sheila Wenger, Kenika Williams and Zakarie Ziobron. Suwanee: Derek Allan, Hailey Allgood, Halie Bellet, Austin Bennett, Lydia Biggs, Victoria Burnette, Erin Caruso, Brett Charron, Jennifer Charron, Katherine Conner, Kaitlyn Davidson, Nicholas Fancher, Laura Goodwin, Claire Goodwin, Tyler Hedges, Emily Johnson, Jane Kenyon, Kaitlin Kidwell, Kierstin Kidwell, Nam Kwon and Heather Lana. McKensie Maple, Morgan McCarthy, William McGinty, Marissa McOmber, Stewart Ragan, Brittany Reese, Collin Rogers, Taylor Sadrack, Zachary Schlosser, Lisa Schwartz, Ashley Sciota, Austin Shenk, Trey Short, Joshua Smith, Sarah Smith, Jessica Stalter, John Stevenson, Marisa Turner, Marcus Walker, Jeffrey Ward, Katherine Willoughby, Anna Wright and Peter Zanetti III.
College of Charleston CHARLESTON, S.C. – Miller S. Fanning, a graduate of Milton High School, was awarded the Academic Achievement Scholarship for obtaining a 4.0 at the College of Charleston. Fanning is a senior majoring in computer science engineering .
Oglethorpe University ATLANTA – The following local students were named to Oglethorpe University’s Dean’s List for the fall 2013 semester. Michael Zambetti of Duluth, Diego Herrera of
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Southern Methodist University DALLAS, Texas – Samuel Rudelich, a resident of Alpharetta and a first-year student at Southern Methodist University, was named to the Honor Roll with Distinction for fall 2013 semester at SMU, which includes students in the top 10 percentile. In addition, Caitlyn Rutan, a resident of Duluth and a first-year at SMU, was named to the Honor Roll with High Distinction for the semester, which includes students in the top 5 percentile.
University of Mississippi OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi School of Law took first place at the National Environmental Law Moot Court Competition, held Feb. 22 at Pace Law School in White Plains, New York. The school’s team, which included second-year law student Caroline Shepard of Milton, defeated 75 other law schools, including Yale and Indiana University in the semifinal round and LSU and the University of Utah in the final round. Shepard won the Best Oralist Award in the first preliminary round.
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Event to be held at Sexton Hall Enrichment Center June 21 FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. – Residents can put their boogie shoes on at the “You Can’t Stop the Heat” Summer Dance and Chili Cook-Off. The event is hosted by Forsyth County Senior Services for adults ages 40 and up. The dance and chili cook-off will be held at the Sexton Hall Enrichment Center, 2115 Chloe Road in Cumming from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. on
Saturday, June 21. This will mark the third event of the bimonthly dance series hosted by Senior Services. The dance will feature live music by the Sounds of Sawnee jazz band. The cost is $10 in advance and $15 at the door. In addition to the chili cook-off, light refreshments are included in the admission price. Entry to the dance is
free for those registering and entering the cook-off. “Our dances in the bimonthly dance series continue to be popular and well attended,” said Judy Theilman, Senior Services director. “We are looking forward to adding an exciting chili cook-off to this dance.” For more information, call 770-781-2178. –Erica O’Neal
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Sarcoma awareness event hosted by Northside Hospital NORTH FULTON, Ga. — The Northside Hospital Cancer Institute will host the second annual Sarcoma Awareness Sunset Stroll on Wednesday, June 25 at 7 p.m. at Piedmont Park in Atlanta. “The Sunset Stroll gives patients, loved ones and health care providers a chance to meet one another and exchange experiences, which in turn will give them hope and encouragement,” said Dr. Gina D’Amato, Georgia cancer specialist. D’Amato started the Sarcoma Sunset Stroll in 2013 to help raise awareness for the disease and honor patients who battle sarcoma cancer. Sarcomas are cancers that develop from connective tissues of the body such as fat, muscles, nerve tissue, fibrous
tissues or blood vessels. They account for just one percent of cancers in adults. According to the American Cancer Society, there will be about 12,000 new cases of sarcomas in the U.S. in 2014. About a third of those patients will die from the disease. Because sarcomas are so rare, many patients have never heard of the disease prior to diagnosis. There is no fee to participate in the 2014 Sarcoma Awareness Sunset Stroll. Donations are welcome, and proceeds benefit education, treatment and support for patients at the Northside Hospital Cancer Institute. For more information, visit https://give.northside.com/ sarcomawalk. – Lindsey Conway
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Middle school band receives exemplary award By LINDSEY CONWAY news@forsythherald.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — The Georgia Music Educators Association awarded the South Forsyth Middle School band program an Exemplary Performance Award for the completion of several high achievement goals. The South Forsyth Middle School band is one of only a few programs from across the entire state to receive this award. The award is presented based on the completion of four major, yearlong goals and on the submission of a recording that is judged by a panel of music educators. “My students, parents and administration were all extremely proud to receive this award from our state music association,” said Andrew Poor, South Forsyth Middle School band director. “It is difficult to meet the requirements for the award and it is an even bigger accomplishment to be selected by the committee.” The award will be presented to the students of the South Forsyth Middle School band at their fall band concert on Oct. 20 at the South Forsyth High School Performing Arts Center, 585 Peachtree Parkway in
My students, parents and administration were all extremely proud to receive this award from our state music association.” ANDREW POOR South Forsyth Middle School band director
Cumming. “We hope to qualify each year, as meeting the goals for the award are important to the growth of the students as young musicians,” said Poor. The South Forsyth Middle School band has several plans for the upcoming year including a Festival Disney program in March 2015 and the construction of a new band room to accommodate the growth of the program. For more information, visit http://www.forsyth.k12.ga.us/ sfms.
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Longtime parks employee retires FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — At their May 15 meeting, the Forsyth County Board of Commissioners recognized a retiring employee for his years of service with Forsyth County government.
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OPINION
LETTER TO THE EDITOR:
Watch what you ‘like’ on Facebook I believe our elected officials should work to build consensus and bridge the gap between competing interests and ideas. I believe our elected officials should remain impartial on matters that they have not yet voted on. I believe our elected officials should be our best and brightest, making judicious decisions and showing class, reserve and restraint when necessary. They should embody the utmost wisdom, integrity, honesty and self-control. Given these beliefs, I was shocked and dismayed when Commissioner [Cindy Jones] Mills took to Facebook in an inaccurate, one-sided and intellectually dishonest outburst attacking the very citizens she represents. There were over half a dozen untruths in the single statement she made. Even worse was what Commissioner Mills “liked” in the comments of her post. Among those she “liked” was a call for these citizens to “pack up and go back where they came from.” Many of these Settle’s Road residents have lived there for 20 years. How many years of residency are required before Ms. Mills believe they earn the right to have a valid opinion? Another comment Ms. Mills “liked” was a call from one citizen to “dump manure on the lawns” of the citizens she was attacking. This outrageous and immature behavior is unbecoming of any citizen, but is entirely unacceptable when performed by an elected official. Unfortunately, we see crazy posts like this, but public officials should never endorse them. I believe we are better than this.
We all share in the tax burden, the benefits of growth and the challenges collectively, as one county. When we lose, we all lose, and when we win, we all win. We are one Forsyth County. I do not believe in perpetuating a divide between North and South Forsyth County and demonizing those with alternative views. We are friends, neighbors, co-workers and family. We all share in the tax burden, the benefits of growth and the challenges collectively, as one county. When we lose, we all lose, and when we win, we all win. We are one Forsyth County. Commissioners take an oath to represent the entire county, not only citizens they agree with. It’s time our elected officials rise above the political rhetoric and begin to build bridges between all citizens. We need leadership and balance. Forsyth County and its citizens deserve it. –Matthew Broms, Forsyth County resident
Witness to the processional Luke 23:26-27 By WALTER JONES Reprinted with permission We moved with respectful dignity from the church sanctuary to the cortege – ministers, family members and pallbearers with the deceased, colleagues and friends. We turned on our lights and waited quietly in our cars until the funeral director pulled slowly ahead, and then we followed. In watching for the family in my rearview mirror, I must have left a slight gap between my vehicle and the hearse, for when I glanced forward again, I discovered that a bright red truck piled high with paint ladders had darted from a connecting driveway into the line between me, the preacher, and the dearly departed. It must have been quitting time for the painter as well, I thought. So
much for dignity! We lost the red truck a half-mile later at our first traffic light, but at the third light, an impatient suburbanite in an SUV gunned his vehicle and darted through a tiny gap between family cars, requiring sudden braking by a dozen incredulous mourners. So much for respect! I was already disappointed that the family had experienced such thoughtless disregard for their grief when I saw him. He looked the consummate urban teen – really low slung jeans, funky backward ball cap, T-shirt, dark glassed, headphones to which his lithe brown body moved in time. We had slowed to turn left up a hill and to regroup, so it was impossible for the family to miss seeing him. With our deliberate pace and the head-
lights, he couldn’t miss us. But why should he care? He was on his way somewhere. And yet when he spotted the processional, he stopped and, standing tall, took off his shades and his headphones and placed his hat over his heart until the family had passed. Unlikely heroes are not confined to the pages of the Bible. I saw one once on Roswell Road, and his thoughtfulness to a bereaved family was absolute balm. May God remember to his credit that noble act. Note from Ray Appen: Walter Jones is semi-retired and my former minister at Alpharetta Presbyterian Church. He is a good friend and the person I turn to in my mind when I have any decision of consequence to make.
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VA in need of complete overhaul Well, the news from the Veterans Administration just gets curiouser and curiouser, doesn’t it? As the investigation into VA misdeeds just begins to scratch the surface, it appears the Atlanta VA may be one of the top abusers of veterans when it came to falsifying patient records. That brings this national tragedy closer to home. U.S. Sen. Johnny Isakson (R-Ga.) and other Republican members of the Senate Veterans Affairs Committee are calling on the Department of Justice (DOJ) to join efforts with the Department of Veterans Affairs inspector general’s investigation into misconduct at VA facilities. I am glad to see Congress is asking for a criminal investigation into allegations that regional VA officials doctored the records to show all veterans applying for treatment were seen in a timely fashion – and therefore qualifying for healthy bonuses for meeting specified goals. It was sad to see VA Secretary Gen. Eric Shinseki complain that he was betrayed by “a systemic, totally unacceptable lack of integrity.” It was a shame that such an impeccable career of military and government service could end under such a cloud. But as an old Army hand, the general knows where the buck stops, and it is with the commander. Even I, after a distinguished three-year military career rising to the exalted rank of specialist 4th class, am well aware of one of the military’s basic tenets. “If it doesn’t get inspected, it doesn’t get done.” In this case, patient records submitted apparently were never audited. And the first law of bureaucracy is that if it’s on paper, then that’s the law. So papers – or reports – are never questioned. Quis custodiet ipsos custodes? That is the ancient Latin quote asking “Who guards the guards?” It falls right in with the one about the fox watching over the henhouse. It is somewhat disingenuous to ask us now to feel sorry for a VA secretary who allowed the foxes to provide the data that assured they would receive their performance bonuses. I agree there should be a DOJ investigation. This goes too far and too deep for an agency to investigate itself.
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We want more than an arm’s length investigation. We want someone from the next county to look into this and kick over every rock. Already, the Beltway recriminations have started, with the VA saying its funding and resources are insufficient to serve the growing needs of the new and the aging veterans. With the ball in Congress’ court, the rejoinder is the VA is more than fully funded and it is the fault of VA mismanagement that has veterans falling through the cracks like the 101st Airborne on D-Day. I have nothing more than a gut feeling, but I suspect there is enough truth on both sides to taint everyone. What I would like to see is two blue-ribbon investigations. One would be the criminal investigation of alleged widespread doctoring of data for the purpose of obtaining undeserved bonuses and the mismanagement of resources meant to meet the needs of veterans. The second investigation would delve into accusations of fiscal management of the VA and the efficacy of its service delivery system for veterans. It has been impossible to tell just how broken the system is because apparently no one has ever really looked at it. I am not interested in the usual finger-pointing and the Washington blame game. Lord knows, there is enough blame to go around. This time around, it would be nice to see Washington install some real safeguards that would ensure that veterans got competent and timely care for their health needs; that red tape for veterans seeking help was reduced by a factor of 10; and that some other incentive system be put in place and administered by people who do not prosper from it. I know that is an extremely difficult task since it entails dealing with the largest bureaucracy in the Free World. And yet, ‘tis a consummation devoutly to be wished.
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Castleberry parking garage needs tweaks before opening By ALDO NAHED aldo@forsythherald.com CUMMING, Ga. — Although the Castleberry Road three-level garage is technically finished, there are some technical issues that still need to be addressed before cars can begin to pull into one of the 222 parking spaces. “Some of us feel like it was a bad design on the elevator shaft,” said Cumming Mayor H. Ford Gravitt. Gravitt, who addressed the concerns during a June 10 meeting with project leaders, said he believes there could have been a bad design of the elevator shaft at the Castleberry parking deck, at the intersection of Castleberry Road and Maple Street, because the controls open to the weather. Gravitt wants a solution to protect the electric controls. He also requested the same change take place at the Mason Street parking deck, which is under construction. Project manager Joe Lee, of Carter Goble Lee, said he contacted the manufacturer, who assured him that the control is design to be water resistant. However, he said he would look at making a modification. “The elevator door opens to the weather and its controls are located in an area where the weather is going to damage it or it’s going to cause problems,” Gravitt said. “We are looking at the safety… electricity and water don’t mix too good. We need a different design on
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The 222-space parking deck at Castleberry Road and Maple Street needs final fixes before the public can begin to use it.
that.” Another issue with the Castleberry Road parking deck that has been identified is the drainage and water runoff on the south side of the parking deck adjacent to the Tyson’s chicken plant. Doug Shaw, of Wakefield Beasley and Associates, said that there are solutions, but nothing has been finalized. “We are trying to figure out how to work with the water,” Shaw said. The changes will be covered under the current budget, Shaw assured members of the jail/courthouse team. The opening of the Castleberry Parking Facility will be at the discretion of city officials.
Project: Continued from Page 1 The project remains within approved budget, Lee told the courthouse/jail team at their June 10 meeting. As far as construction, there were 16 working days added at no cost to the courthouse schedule due to weather. “We’ve had one of the wettest year-and-a-half that we’ve had in a long-long time,” Lee said. While the jail construction has been delayed by 54 days due to the high water table and the dewatering system installation, Lee said. The inmate housing con-
struction will move up, so that the overall jail move-in dates remain on schedule. “We are going to move up construction of the housing units so and we will train in the housing units in the jail,” Lee said. Other cost increases were due adding an offsite sanitary relief sewer and unsuitable soil near existing jail. Another large expense was changing the air conditioning system ($600,00) and adding improvements to Mason Street. Mayor H. Ford Gravitt requested the $3,998,061 in change orders be provided by line item. “We have to take everybody’s word for it, we get no comps.” Gravitt said. “That’s why we want a line item break down.”
DEATH NOTICES Moyra Allpass, 86, of Roswell, passed away June 5, 2014. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.
William C. Bowman, 78, passed away June 6, 2014. Arrangements by McDonald and Son Funeral Home. Brenda Lee Callahan, 52, of Dawsonville, passed away June 4, 2014. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home. Teresa Holder Cantrell, 55, of Dahlonega, passed away June 6, 2014. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home. Rex Carlyle, 57, of Forsyth County, passed away June 10, 2014. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home. Betty Ann Clanton, 69, passed away May 19, 2014. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery. Frank John Clautice, Jr., 80, passed away May 18, 2014. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.
Evelyn G. Cook, 106, passed away May 23, 2014. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.
Gary Lyle Euler, 62, passed away May 16, 2014. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.
Catharina Petronella Lawson, 81, of Cumming, passed away June 9, 2014. Arrangements by McDonald and Son Funeral Home.
Dr. William Crosby Cook, Jr., 83, passed away May 28, 2014. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.
William Perry Fraser, 68, of Cumming, passed away June 5, 2014. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home.
Peggy Allen Lee, 90, of Duluth, passed away June 5, 2014. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.
Frank Van Buskirk Couch, Jr., 86, of Alpharetta, passed away May 17, 2014. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.
John Martin Devenney, 66, of Dawsonville, passed away June 8, 2014. Arrangements by McDonald and Son Funeral Home. Mary Lee Doleman, 82, passed away May 22, 2014. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery. Dennis Martin Dolezar, 68, passed away May 21, 2014. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.
Ronnie Gene Gravitt, 60, of Ellijay, passed away June 3, 2014. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home. Drake William Hoops, 48, passed away May 20, 2014. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.
Catherine Newton Robertson, 93, of Gainesville, passed away June 04, 2014. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home. Marjorie Cooper Loposer, 91, of Roswell, passed away June 3, 2014. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.
Brenda Joan Samples, 66, of Cumming, passed away June 4, 2014. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home.
Neva Allene Morgan, 88, of Cumming, passed away June 10, 2014. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home.
Ronald Taylor, 51, of Roswell, passed away June 5, 2014. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.
Jimmy Gene Kahler, 49, of Cumming, passed away June 6, 2014. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home. Willie Mae Langley, 78, of Woodstock, passed away June 1, 2014. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.
Dan Morrison, 63, of Gainesville, passed away June 1, 2014. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home. Gerald E. LaParch, 88, passed away May 26, 2014. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.
Anushavan G. Nahapetyan, 58, of Roswell, passed away May 30, 2014. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.
Frederick Reinhold Stewart, 80, passed away May 19, 2014. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.
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