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Hundreds turn out to support Bulloch Hall Margie Watson, left, stands with Ashley and William Faulkner, who were representing Bulloch Hall’s most famous bride and groom at the 33rd annual Magnolia Ball June 9 in Buckhead. The historic Roswell home hosted the wedding of “Thee” Roosevelt and Mattie Bulloch, the parents of Theodore Roosevelt, in 1853. Read more, Page 27.

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ROSWELL, Ga. — Two people were sent to intensive care June 12 with second and third degree burns after a house on Pine Grove Pointe Drive exploded.

The Roswell Fire Department responded at 8:45 p.m. that night to an explosion that leveled the house.

Three men, all in their 20s, had moved into the house just three days prior. The house exploded after one of the men lit a candle to freshen a musty odor coming from their recently obtained washer and dryer, according to media reports.

The fire department is still working to determine the exact cause of the explosion.

One of the men had minimal injuries as he was on the other side of the house when the incident occurred, but the

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Man arrested in attempt to return ‘borrowed’ items MILTON, Ga. — A man was arrested June 6 for allegedly attempting to fraudulently return items at the Milton Walmart and was later found to be in possession of heroin.

Walmart employees contacted police after the man retrieved items from the store’s shelves and then attempted to return them using a receipt from a different Walmart location. Employees said the man had fraudulently returned items at the same store on May 31.

Officers arrived at the location and attempted to handcuff the man but he pulled away from officers and attempted to flee. After pushing the man against the counter, officers apprehended the suspect.

When searching the man, officers discovered less than one gram of heroin on his person.

The suspect was arrested for theft by deception (misdemeanor), obstruction, possession of heroin and possession of drug-related objects.

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other two were sent to Grady Memorial Hospital with significant injuries.

A GoFundMe page has identified the victims as Win Reid, Brendan Morton and Pat Sammons. Morton and Simmons, according to the page, have burns on “over half of their bodies.”

“Everything all three boys owned is now lost or under significant rubble from the explosion,” said Emma-Rae Pinson, who started the page. “Any donation is helpful to help the boys buy new clothes, shoes, and basic living supplies.”

As of press time, the GoFundMe has raised $21,000, more than its original goal of $3,000. Donations can be sent at gofundme.com/fund-for-brendan-pat-and-win.

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Glass frames worth $17,000 stolen in store burglary JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — A store owner reported June 4 that her business had been burglarized and dozens of glass frames were missing.

Police met at Bender Eye Care on Haynes Bridge Road at 7 a.m. with the owner. She said that she had locked the business at 1 p.m. the previous day, but when she came back that morning, she saw that someone had entered the store.

Several glasses’ frames were missing and the cash drawer was open. About $250 in cash was missing from the drawer.

When she went into her office, the owner saw that someone was able to unlock the office door and go through the file cabinet and her desk. Nothing was missing from the office, however.

The owner valued the missing frames at $17,000 total.

There was no security alarm in the business and although it did have security cameras, the owner said that they were turned off.

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The man told police that he left his house on Elite Lane at 10 p.m. to go to work. He left his 2007 Lincoln Mark LT truck in the parking lot.

When he returned at 3 a.m., the truck was gone.

The man told police that he does not drive the truck on a regular basis and that he leaves it unlocked in the parking lot with the key in the center console.

The truck is valued at $18,000.

Bottle thrown from car shatters driver’s windshield FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — The windshield of a 2010 Honda CR-V was shattered after someone threw an unknown object out of a nearby car.

The driver said he was driving along Jot Em Down Road near Bent Tree Trail when a passing motorist threw an object from their driver side window toward his car. He was unable to get a tag number or good description of the car, but he could tell it was a white sedan.

The windshield had extensive damage. A deputy saw a wet substance on the area of impact and smelled alcohol.

The object was unable to be located on the side of the road, but the deputy suspected it was a beer can/bottle judging by the smell.

The approximate cost of the repairs is $330 to replace the windshield.

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Fortunately, patients now have additional lens options. One of these options is called a multifocal lens. This type of lens corrects both near and distance vision.

One survey found that 4 out of 5 patients with this type of lens reported never wearing glasses. Many patients find that these lenses add greatly to their quality of life and enjoy the convenience of not having to keep up with reading glasses.

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Alpharetta offers bonus to nudge Mayfield Road construction

By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — City officials hope to end a traffic nightmare created last month when Mayfield Road was closed for a major culvert replacement project.

The City Council unanimously approved an incentive package June 11 to hasten completion of the project by as early as July 14. That’s 12 days earlier than originally planned.

Public Works Director Pete Sewczwicz said the city has been working with contractors for the project, The Dickerson Group, trying to work out ways to complete the project ahead of schedule.

“What it came down to was hours in the day,” Sewczwicz said. “So, we’re looking at extending the time from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.”

The extra four hours of work time six days a week, he said, will give the contractor the ability to fast track the project for early completion.

There will be no work allowed on Sundays.

One hitch to the plan is the city’s noise ordinance, which does not permit heavy machinery operation before 9 a.m. or after 5 p.m. on Saturdays.

The city will pay Dickerson an additional $9,000 a day for a maximum of 12 days – or $108,000 – for the extra

workday hours.

Alpharetta officials said the city generally would not permit 12-hour workdays on projects so close to residential neighborhoods, but residents in the area expressed support for the idea.

This summer is a double-whammy for east-west travelers in the city.

Mayfield Road is a heavily traveled route running from Alpharetta’s Main Street west to Milton. The culvert replacement work has the street closed to traffic from Canton Street to Bethany Road.

The city is also underway with an $18 million bridge replacement project that has Rucker Road, another major

east-west artery, shut down through the summer until early August.

The Mayfield Road culvert project was originally awarded for $824,000.

With the incentive package, the maximum project cost would be $947,000.

That figure includes $15,000 of overtime work already completed June 5-11.

Councilman Donald Mitchell said he’s heard plenty about the traffic problems generated by the Mayfield Road closure, and he endorsed the plan to speed up work.

“I think it’s extremely necessary,” he said. “It’s money that none of us want to have to spend, but we’ve got to expedite this project.”

Milton officials question impact Roswell works to set standards for width of certain sidewalks from new homestead tax law

By CARSON COOK carson@northfulton.com MILTON, Ga. — Milton officials say a countywide referendum that would cap increases in homestead property appraisals could penalize owners of large parcels, including horse farms.

At a June 11 work meeting, Milton City Council members said, if passed by voters this November, provisions in the new law would cap homestead property valuations at an annual increase of 3 percent or the Consumer Price Index inflation rate, whichever is lowest. But that protection would not apply to properties greater than 5 acres.

“I think the goal of this legislation is not to, ultimately, give a greater tax break than was previous, but it is an attempt to slow down the rate of increase in property tax increases,” said Sam

VanVolkenburgh with the City Attorney’s Office.

City Councilwoman Laura Bentley acknowledged that the legislation would help the majority of homeowners, but she is worried about how it would affect owners of large parcels of land, including equestrian operations.

By definition, a homestead must be the property owner’s primary residence and be no more than 5 contiguous acres of land. Property owners of more than 5 acres would not have the same cap on their property valuations.

“I’m very concerned about this because what makes Milton so unique is our raw land and green spaces, so I definitely see this impacting our character and our heritage,” Bentley said.

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By JULIA GROCHOWSKI julia@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. — Roswell’s vision of increased connectivity and walkability is beginning to take shape.

On June 11, the Roswell City Council voted unanimously to push a new sidewalk amendment into the next stage: planning commission.

The amendment to the Unified Code Development would require 8-foot-sidewalks for new developments or redevelopments along certain properties.

If the amendment passes through the Planning Commission, it will go before the City Council for formal adoption.

The properties affected by the amendment would include those adjacent to the planned Roswell Loop and those within designated commercial corridors, such as along Ga. 9, Holcomb Bridge Road and East Crossville Road.

The Roswell Loop, voted in under a previous council, is a long-term project intended to connect schools, parks and other civic areas, said Transportation Director Steve Acenbrak.

This project runs along 80-90 percent of major roadways, with some “hard gaps” that staff is in the process of figuring out how to bridge, he added.

City staff, however, was unable to provide a full list of the streets along the Roswell Loop that would be affected by the amendment, to the frustration of council members.

The 8-foot requirement would allow the sidewalks to become multi-use

trails, allowing the use of bicycles along the path.

It would also create the opportunity for golf carts to use the sidewalks as well if a future council allows it, Councilman Mike Palermo said.

Those from the public who spoke on the issue said they were frustrated with how long it has been taking the city to increase connectivity with sidewalks and said they were in favor of the amendment.

Palermo said it is important to move the amendment forward because voting it into law is a “long process.”

And, the amendment would help the city develop and keep and vision for the loop, he added.

“If we don’t do anything, more development is going to come,” Palermo said. “They’re going to have their 5-foot-sidewalks, and in the future, if we decide we do want bigger sidewalks, it’ll be too late.”

Councilman Matthew Tyser said he was in favor of the amendment but he was worried about neighborhoods not along the major corridors that would be impacted.

He added that he wanted more involvement in the process from these neighborhoods.

The council agreed to gather a complete list of roads the amendment would affect before forwarding the proposal to the Planning Commission.

Both Palermo and Councilman Sean Groer also asked staff to think about what other roads or locations outside of the Roswell Loop and designated commercial corridors could benefit from an 8-foot sidewalk amendment.

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BLACK BOX SPECIAL REPORT: INVISIBLE IN THE ‘BURBS PART III

Beats the Streets focuses on helping those hidden

By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com NORTH FULTON, Ga. — If “it takes a village to raise a child,” those without traditional support systems can face a real challenge.

For homeless individuals who lack a community of support, finding a path to success can be all but impossible.

That’s where local faith-based nonprofit Beats the Streets comes in. The group provides emotional, mental, spiritual and career development resources to help homeless men and women in North Fulton. These individuals are given the chance to transform their lives through a self-sustainable plan for the future.

CEO Quincy Jones said the organization reaches out to those in need in the community through their faith.

“Human beings are the greatest gift on the planet,” Jones said. “No matter who you are, what you’re doing, your vocation, where you come from or your age, I believe the value you get from sharing with an individual is irreplaceable. Whether it is faith-based or not, it’s undeniable the energy shared between individuals and the value of a life is huge.”

After someone is accepted, given clothing and other essentials, the greatest value a homeless person gets from that exchange is being able to understand when the giver looked at them, they saw someone who is equally as valuable as they are, he said.

“When you’re homeless, you’re seen as lesser than a house pet,” Jones said.

“They may be shy, but once they realize someone wants to connect with them, they light up. They realize the person sees them. There is nothing that can replace that. Who knows what can be done when someone takes that and can empower someone else? We all have things going on, but the results of a ripple effect of just being kind can go so far.”

The group gets that message out by partnering with local churches, including Mt. Pisgah United Methodist Church.

Earlier this month, the two organizations hosted a cookout for area homeless, offering a day of food, fun and fellowship.

“It was a time to offer community,” Jones said. “When you’re working with the homeless and people in critical need, it’s good to serve and give things. But, just like any human, it can be hard to find a community. The main thing about this event was getting a bunch of people together. We also offered clothing, gifts and business clothes for those who need

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Jeanette Hames, founder of Beats the Streets, organizes the clean-up after a homeless cookout. More than 70 homeless people attended. it. It was fun to do.”

Since 2015, Beats the Streets has focused on that mission to bring community to the streets. Over time, the nonprofit has assisted some 300 people.

They provide job training, placement and assist with housing. Jones said they work with the homeless population to connect them with jobs. The group will pay for housing for a month or so while the person begins their job. Then, once more stable, the person will reimburse Beats the Streets and continue working toward self-sufficiency, he said.

Along with it, they try to get the community involved by asking for donations for clothing, food and children’s toys.

But, the main focus is meeting the homeless community.

“In downtown Atlanta, homeless people are everywhere,” Jones said. “But in North Fulton, there are hundreds of homeless people. They’re hard to find.

You have to locate them. They’re living in trees and behind restaurants. We make it a point to go and find them.”

At the June gathering, the group

In downtown Atlanta, homeless people are everywhere. But in North Fulton, there are hundreds of homeless people. They’re hard to find. You have to locate them. They’re living in trees and behind restaurants. We make it a point to go and find them.”

QUINCY JONES Beats the Streets CEO served more than 70 people. That included volunteers providing transportation.

Beats the Streets visits locations popular among the homeless, chats up the regulars and welcomes newcomers into the community.

The area around the Walmart off Windward Parkway is one hotspot for the homeless, and Jones said they have seen people living among the surround-

ing trees. The organization distributes “Bags of Hope,” packages filled with various items including socks, ChapStick and toiletries.

Distributing the bags helps the organization choose one or two “ambassadors” to pass the word along that there is a group willing to help them.

At times, the group teams up with other nonprofits, such as North Fulton Community Charities. Together, the or-

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A local homeless mother brings her two children to a recent cookout event to get food and engage with the community.

Chris, a mentor, left, talks with Jeanette Hames, founder of Beats the Streets, at a recent cookout for the homeless.

ganizations have been able to help over 700 people in the area, including, many children who are at local high schools.

“The number fluctuates because when you’re talking about school kids, a lot of them are couch surfing,” Jones said. “Maybe their parents got divorced and they want to hop around, not necessarily by choice. When you take into account the high school kids, there’s a lot going on around here.”

Jones would not call the homeless situation an epidemic, but it’s more prevalent than expected. Often, the high schoolers Beats the Streets work with will be displaced temporarily, but it can lead to a long-term situation.

“A lot of times, we’ll see kids who start on a friend’s couch and then another friend’s couch,” Jones said. “Once that goes on for so long … it easily turns to maybe a discomfort with the situation or the parent wants to tell the other parent the kid is estranged. So you wind

someone is somewhere. That way they don’t have to take them in or have an altercation. They care and that’s great.”

One of the biggest problems, he said, is actually finding this hidden population.

“Out here, it’s hard to find,” he said.

“We’ll have people come and serve with us who said they have no idea that there was a homeless population out here. It’s right under your nose.”

One telltale sign would be those walking down the street with large backpacks.

“The good thing is, when people become aware, they’re so taken aback they want to help immediately,” Jones said. “They will jump into action. We see people not wanting to look at it, but more often than not, they don’t want it to happen anywhere. So once they see it, they say, ‘we have to do something.’”

To learn more about Jones’ organization, visit beatsthestreets.org.

up with a good amount of kids, unfortunately, spending the night at a park or outside. It’s tricky how it unfolds for a high schooler. But, it is happening. It’s more than you think.”

In addition to the school-aged population, Jones said they work with a lot of single men over the age of 30.

“When you think about shelters, homes or places that offer assistance, they’re going to single women and mothers of children first,” he said. “That makes sense. But, there isn’t a lot for a male … We see a lot of males in this area because out here there isn’t really anywhere for them to go.”

Jones said he’s often met with shock when describing the plight of the homeless to other community groups.

“They say, ‘is it really that bad?’”

Jones said. “Thankfully, the Alpharetta Police Department is great. We work directly with them. A lot of times they will reach out to us and let us know that

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Instead of spending our time by the pool at a resort, we decided to take a trip to see parts of the country neither of us

had been to.

We flew into Las Vegas and rented a camper van. From there, we went to the Grand Canyon on our way to Bryce Canyon via Page, Arizona. and then finally Zion National Park before returning to Vegas.

For most of the drive, we were without cell service. Being without Facebook and the internet for a four-hour drive at first seemed unbearable. But then, we started looking at the landscape around us.

The drive was picturesque, with wide open spaces lined by mountains in the distance. The landscape was different than what we usually see in Georgia.

The pine trees and vegetation were swapped for desert and mountains.

We arrived at the park during the golden hour, that time before the sun sets. As we drove to our campground, we were delighted to see elk and deer grazing near the road. We would later find this a normal occurrence as the park was full of animals that paid little attention to the people around them (unless they wanted your food.)

We found our campground and then headed to the visitor center which promised to have amazing views of the sunset.

The canyon itself is set back from the visitor center, about a five minute walk.

As we walked the path to the canyon we were passed by people running, presumably to get a better spot to view the sunset.

Neither Kimber nor I had ever been to the Grand Canyon. And when we finally made it to the observation point, it didn’t disappoint.

Any direction you looked, all you

could see was the vast expansion of the 6 million-year-old canyon. Hues of red and gray rock were sprinkled with green from pine trees. It was like looking at a painting, it almost didn’t seem real.

Almost every square inch of the special observation points were filled with people and their phones trying to get that perfect picture. Some people seemed to only view the canyon through their phones.

Kimber and I found a spot along the rim to stop and watch the sunset. We sat, took a few pictures and headed back to our campsite.

Soon the sun had completely set, and it was so dark that you couldn’t see your hand in front of your face.

Kimber was enamored by the number of stars that could be seen, far more stars than are viewable in the suburbs of Atlanta. We spent time picking out constellations. Well, the only two we knew were the Big and Little Dippers, but I was also able to make up a few.

At home, we weren’t able to truly appreciate the night sky. But even if we could see as many stars as at the Grand Canyon, would we?

At home we are inundated with text messages, emails and social media. We spend so much time looking down at our phones that we don’t think to take the time to look up.

I know I find myself getting home after work and spending the subsequent hour scrolling through my social feeds but not really interacting with anyone or anything.

What’s the point?

We even saw people at the Grand Canyon, and me at times, staring into a phone looking for that perfect picture to post later instead of being in the moment and taking in the beauty of what was in front of us.

It’s easy to get engrained in our dayto-day and not take time to look around and admire the world around us.

In the middle of writing this column, we stopped at Horseshoe Bend in Page.

And the sentiment of being in the moment could not be any truer, as every other person herds you out of the way to get the perfect picture.

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Free Press Express Paint Rock, Alabama, a city in northeast Alabama has a population of 210. By comparison, I think there are 210 people in my neighborhood here in Alpharetta, Georgia.

Like a lot of small HANS APPEN towns across the General Manager hans@appenmediagroup.com country, Paint Rock doesn’t have a city website and doesn’t have an attorney on staff. It’s apparent that it doesn’t often consult with one, either.

All city council meetings maintain a certain set of rules – start time, reciting the Pledge of Allegiance, roll call, etc.

However, last week, Mayor Brenda Frisk and the Paint Rock City Council passed a new set of rules for its council meetings.

They are: 1. Anyone not residing in the town limits, or anyone not owning property within the town limits, will not be permitted without prior approval of the council.

2. Members of the media, i.e.: newspaper, television, radio, etc., will not be allowed without prior approval from the council majority. When asking for approval, you must present a valid reason/justification for the media to attend.

3. Recording of any meeting of the town council is not permitted.

4. Posting of any town minutes, email to council members, financial statements, etc., to ANY unauthorized media source is strictly forbidden.

The Society of Professional Journalists put out a newsletter informing its members that they aware of the case, and that they had reached out to Frank LoMonte, a media attorney and director of the Brechner Center for Freedom of Information at the University of Florida, for his take.

He said that not only would these new rules be in clear violation of Alabama state law, but that they would also be a clear infringement on the U.S. Constitution.

The local paper for Paint Rock is the Jackson County Sentinel. Its editor and publisher, Brandon Cox, wrote a scathing op-ed that went into great detail the many different ways these new guidelines directly contradict open meetings laws for elected officials.

Like many papers serving rural America that are struggling to sustain subscribers and generate ad revenue, there is probably not much else they can do, without help. They almost certainly don’t have the funds to support a long,

... They almost certainly don’t have the funds to support a long, drawn out lawsuit, and in a community as small as Plains Rock, for a paper as small as the Sentinel, one angry advertiser can jeopardize the operations of the entire publication. drawn out lawsuit, and in a community as small as Plains Rock, for a paper as small as the Sentinel, one angry advertiser can jeopardize the operations of the entire publication.

At the company I work for, we have our challenges, but if we got a call from an advertiser asking us to back down from an open meetings argument with a mayor we’d tell them to jump in a lake.

Here is a direct quote from Michael Koretzky, a member of the SPJ board of directors: “Paint Rock is just the latest example of an old problem: The worst censorship happens in towns so small, no one gives a damn. That’s even more true today, with everyone keeping score in Trumpvs.-the-national-media. Ever hear the expression, “All politics are local?” Most journalism is, too.”

So, here’s why I care about Paint Rock, Alabama: journalism in America is under assault.

It’s frightening to me that such a large faction of our country seems to cheer it on.

What do you think happens when power goes unchecked in a free society?

Society becomes less free. The rule of law is carried out at the discretion of the person who can convince the most people that they don’t need to know, and shouldn’t care, what happens behind government’s closed doors.

When the Jackson County Sentinel is barred from covering a city council meeting in Paint Rock, Alabama and we as an open and questioning society stand by and do nothing, we give others permission to do the same.

So if these rules are not reconciled quickly, then I plan to join hundreds of journalists in northeast Alabama in early July to attend, and cover, the next Plains Rock City Council meeting...or be arrested trying.

Because I know that if we let it happen there, then it could happen here.

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Alpharetta awaits final word on property values to set tax rate

By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Alpharetta was set to adopt its 2019 budget this week, but it will be another month before the city locks down how to pay for it.

The new budget calls for $129 million in total spending, with operating costs expected to climb almost 5 percent over last year.

In all, the budget, which goes into effect July 1, calls for $61.9 million to carry out city operations, with Public Safety, Parks and Recreation and Community Development tabbed for the lion’s share of that money.

The budget also includes about $23 million in capital spending – onetime expenses like road improvements, bridges, vehicles and land purchases. A large portion of the money earmarked for these capital expenses – about $8 million – will come through the special transportation sales tax which county voters passed in 2015.

Finance Director Tom Harris said funding for the budget remains uncertain because Fulton County has yet to finalize property appraisals. Nevertheless, he said he expects property values to increase enough to provide adequate

Many of our residential properties saw a growth in their value in 2017, and that value was changed back to the 2016 value. This year, they’ve seen those same assessments up, maybe even up greater than last year’s number. That’s here to stay for this fiscal year.”

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tax revenue in the coming year.

As a result, the city’s property tax rate will likely remain the same as in past years at 5.75 mills, although it will be up to the City Council to formally adopt that rate in July.

Harris added that, although increased values may push up the amount homeowners pay in property taxes, Alpharetta still provides the largest homestead exemption in the state — $40,000. The exemption saves Alpharetta homeowners $2.6 million annually and equates to a 1.1 mill reduction for the average homeowner.

Nevertheless, city officials say they’ve

heard plenty about the increase in property values from residents. Countywide, valuations are up by about 25 percent on average, meaning homeowners could face steeper tax bills this year.

The spike could be a one-time occurrence, however.

Through special legislation passed in March, Fulton County residents will have a chance to roll back values and cap future increases through a special referendum this November.

Under the new formula, the Fulton County Assessor’s Office would establish a base year for assessments – either 2016, 2017 or 2018, whichever is

lowest – then adjust it according to the Consumer Price Index with a limit of a 3 percent increase. The cap applies for those residential properties taxed by cities, Fulton County and Fulton County Schools. Voters must approve the tax cap legislation at the polls this November, and, if passed, it will not go into effect until next year.

“Many of our residential properties saw a growth in their value in 2017, and that value was changed back to the 2016 value,” Harris said. “This year, they’ve seen those same assessments up, maybe even up greater than last year’s number.

That’s here to stay for this fiscal year.”

The November referendum, he said, will give residential property owners a chance to reset their values back to lower levels as far back as 2016 – in essence establishing a new base value for their homes.

“So in 2019 – a year from now when they see their assessment – it will be back at 2016 (level) most likely, significantly lower, with a little bit of a kicker allowing a 4 percent (adjustment upward),” Harris said. “From that point forward, that new adjusted base assessed value for that homesteaded property cannot go up greater than 3 percent or the CPI every year thereafter.”

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Roswell to end transcribing services; livestreaming on the way

By JULIA GROCHOWSKI julia@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. — Transcriptions of Roswell City Council meetings will no longer be available following an informal vote June 12 by city officials.

At the regularly scheduled Administration, Finance and Recreation & Parks Committee meeting, the City Council voted 4-3 to discontinue the service which had provided meeting transcripts for the past 17 years.

Mayor Lori Henry and council members Mike Palermo and Marcelo Zapata voted unsuccessfully to retain the services.

“We’ve set an expectation for citizens,” Henry said, adding that, as far as she knows, Roswell is the only city in Georgia that has retained the service. “I do not support taking any level of communication away from our citizens… Our job is to get the information out there so our citizens can make an educated decision.”

But Councilman Sean Groer pointed out that if the city is still the only one they know of that offers these services, there is probably a good reason.

City staff recommended ending the services because it was not identified as a best practice in municipal government, could have adverse legal implications for the city and was not identified as an Americans with Disabilities Act best practice.

“In my opinion and my recommendation is that the public and our organization is better served by re-directing the resources used for transcribing to assisting the City Clerk’s Office with public records and other service activities in that office,” City Administrator Gary

In my opinion and my recommendation is that the public and our organization is better served by re-directing the resources used for transcribing to assisting the City Clerk’s Office with public records and other service activities in that office.”

GARY PALMER City Administrator

Palmer said.

The decision could save the city in the tens of thousands of dollars annually.

Two part-time transcriptionists hired in 2013 and 2015 cost the city $30,000 each year. That’s on top of an ongoing contract since 2001 with an individual in South Georgia for transcription services at $16,000 annually for work sessions and committee meetings.

City staff added that these services were “very, very time consuming” and that a one-hour meeting could take a part-time transcriber up to three days to finish.

In February, the city ceased transcribing council meeting minutes at staff’s direction, but about a month later, Zapata raised the issue and led a discussion to reinstate the services.

Not everyone is in a position to watch or listen to a meeting, Zapata said. Having another alternative is not something to be scared of.

Palermo echoed the sentiment saying that it was not his concern if other cities were or were not providing transcriptions.

“For me, it’s about what is the best thing to do – what is best for the city of Roswell and what is best for residents,” Palermo said. “I’m very focused on costs, but one area I don’t want to sacrifice costs is transparency.

“I’d rather have no government than a government without full transparency.”

He added that he would feel comfortable terminating the transcriptions services if the recordings were more fully indexed and more easily accessible.

Staff said that they are searching for a company for livestreaming and indexing meetings.

Other North Fulton cities, including Alpharetta, Milton and Johns Creek, already livestream meetings.

The city was unable to provide livestreaming previously because of outdated equipment that did not have such capabilities, said Roswell Community Relations Manager Julie Brechbill.

Roswell’s budget for fiscal year 2019 provides funding that will allow staff to upgrade the equipment.

Depending on how long the purchasing process takes, Brechbill said that the city hopes to have the equipment installed and ready to go by early fall.

Livestreaming will be offered for all work sessions, committee meetings and council meetings with the mayor and City Council.

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Ga. 400 bike ride celebrates 10th anniversary

By CONNER EVANS interns@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. — More than 1,500 bikers will start their path at 7 a.m. July 8 at a blocked off section of Ga. 400 for the 10th annual Ga. 400 Hospitality Highway Century Ride.

The ride was first allowed by the Georgia Department of Transportation in 2008 when city councils from Sandy Springs and Roswell thought of the idea on a lark.

“People started joking about having a ride on 400,” said Century Ride organizer Eric Broadwell. “But I had already been investigating routes for an actual bike race that would include 400.”

Broadwell has been in charge of the event since its inception and is an avid biker himself, having participated in more than 100 races.

“I do it because I want to get out the exposure of the safety and just provide a wonderful day of cycling that people enjoy,” Broadwell said.

All levels of bikers are welcome at the ride, which includes five different length paths at 9, 27, 45, 60 and 100 miles, with 60 miles being the most popular.

People who just pulled their bike out of the garage and those who bike profes-

sionally all come out, Broadwell said, including kids as young as 12.

Biking has become one of Roswell’s biggest hobbies over the years.

Broadwell said that the number of bike shops per capita in North Fulton is one of the highest in the nation and a more diverse crowd continues to show up at the Ga. 400 event.

“Back in the ‘80s, running a 5K or 10K was the big thing,” Broadwell said.

“Those same people don’t have the same joint capability, but if you get on a bike you can see things and you can go further and it’s actually a lot of fun.”

For the 10th anniversary there will be some new aspects to the post-ride celebration. Local music groups will perform from 8 a.m.–5 p.m., and for the first time, Century Ride is partnering with Roswell’s From the Earth Brewing Co., to serve beer after riders cross the finish line.

Proceeds from the ride will go to local bike-related charities, including Bike Roswell and Bike Alpharetta and high school boosters that sponsor the event.

Children stationed at lemonade stands and charity sponsored PB&J stations will help riders along the grueling path that includes hills named “Three Sisters” and “The Mother-in-law.”

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Last year’s Ga. 400 ride brought in people from at least 20 different states and two countries outside of the United States.

“We call it the ‘Mother-in-law,” Broadwell said, “because you see it at the beginning and you see it at the end, and it just never goes away.”

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Hands-free driving law: Don’t touch that phone NORTH FULTON, Ga. — Motorists are bracing themselves for one of the biggest changes to the state’s driving laws since texting and driving was banned in 2010.

Starting July 1, the new “hands-free” law effectively prohibits drivers from using cell phones or other electronic devices while driving. But there have been a few misconceptions floating around regarding what exactly motorists can or cannot do while driving.

Local law enforcement has weighed in to clarify these changes.

Motorists will still be able to have and to some extent use a phone in their vehicle, but they cannot physically hold or support any “wireless telecommunications device” with any part of their body. Such devices include cell phones, personal digital assistants, stand-alone computers GPS receivers or any similar portable wireless device used to send or receive communications.

Earpieces, headphones and smart watches are exceptions. This definition likewise does not include radio, proscribed medical devices, amateur radio devices or in-vehicle security, navigation and remote diagnostics systems.

Georgians will still be able to use GPS and make hands-free phone calls.

And, to an extent, people will be able to stream music using these devices as long as they do not touch them while operating a vehicle.

“The best way to explain it is that if the vehicle is not legally parked in a space, a person cannot touch their phone, iPad, etc. unless they are reporting an emergency,” said Alpharetta Police Department spokesman Howard Miller. “Everything will have to be voice activated.”

Drivers will not be able to send, write or read any texts, with the exception of navigation and voice-based communication that is automatically converted to written message.

While these restraints sound similar to the previous distracted driving law, this one is easier to enforce, said Milton Police Department spokesman Capt.

Charles Barstow. “[Previously], just having the phone in your hand did not necessarily qualify as a violation of law, and proving that a person was texting and driving was difficult to do,” Barstow said. “The revamped law does a good job of eliminating the ambiguity associated with the previous law and makes it clear that you cannot physically hold or support a wireless telecommunications device or stand-

The best way to explain it is that if the vehicle is not legally parked in a space, a person cannot touch their phone, iPad, etc. unless they are reporting an emergency.”

HOWARD MILLER Alpharetta Police Department spokesman alone computer with any part of your body while you are driving.”

Along with the restriction on texting, drivers also cannot under the new law watch any videos, aside from navigation, or record any videos.

Continuous recording or broadcasting through dash cams is allowed.

Motorists will be able to text, watch videos, make calls and otherwise interact with phones behind the wheel as long as they are “legally parked.” Legally parked does not mean stuck in traffic or stopped at a light.

Emergency calls are exempt from this law. Drivers will be able to use their phones to report any traffic accident, fire, crime, medical emergency or hazardous road condition.

Alpharetta police have already released a video highlighting the major changes drivers can expect and clarifying common misconceptions. Milton police have likewise printed and are distributing flyers regarding the new law.

Georgia will join 15 other states with hands-free laws.

“Those states saw a 16 percent decrease in traffic fatalities in the two years after their laws passed,” said local resident Jenny Harty, who was instrumental in getting the bill passed. “If that trend were to repeat itself in Georgia, we hope, we would potentially see 300 lives saved in two years. That potentially equates to a high school graduating class.”

First-time violators of this law will incur one point on their license and a fine of $50 or less. That penalty will increase to two points and up to $100 in fines for a second offense. Likewise, a third-time violator will get three points and up to $150 in fines.

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The decision on whether the millage rate will increase, stay the same or roll back will be made once the tax digest is received, he noted.

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FULTON COUNTY, Ga. - Dissension over “I’m very disappointed to see over pumping up the rainy day fund or en$9 million set aside [in reserves funds]. hancing safety and security led to a rare That is tough to bear when I know Fulsplit vote on the Fulton County Board of ton County residents would rather have Education, which approved a tentative that money in their accounts rather than $1.1 billion budget for Fiscal Year 2019. in our bank accounts...saving for next North Fulton board members Katie year,” Reeves said.

Reeves (Alpharetta, Milton) and board She noted Fulton Schools already vice president Linda McCain (Johns has a policy in place setting aside $52 Creek) cast the two million to weather “no” votes on the any variations in tentative budget revenue stream, in during the June 12 addition to other meeting. accounts for emerThe budget gencies. will be up for final “Setting aside approval on June additional money in 28 and will go into a time when I am effect on July 1. sure we have many “I just don’t taxpayers strugwant to have a gling to make sure fund balance until they are not going we do everything to be taxed out of we can to ensure their homes is a our kids are safe tough one,” Reeves in the classrooms,” said. said McCain, who She also queshad requested the tioned plans to hire budget include at additional staff, inleast a security cluding 10 systemstaff member in wide social workelementary schools. ers, while 54 local “I know we are putlevel positions are ting aside money being eliminated for next year anticibecause of declinpating [a possible ing enrollment. drop in revenue], “In this environbut we do have a ment of school staff KATIE REEVES very healthy fund reduction we are North Fulton board member (Alpharetta, Milton) balance.” adding positions in The system will a number of areas. end FY18 with nearly $187 million in reThat to me is not responsible or what serve funds. That fund is projected to grow our constituents are looking for,” Reeves to $196 million by June 2019 through a said. $9 million transfer into reserves.

She noted while “emotional wellMcCain asked for those funds to being is important, so is safety and be used instead for safety and security security,” and what parents are asking measures where needed. for in their schools.

During the board’s work session on “[Adding social workers] is a very June 12, Fulton School officials actop-down, system-level response in dealknowledged revenue figures for FY19 reing with an issue, and not in line with main murky, because the Fulton County our charter to address problems better Tax Commission has yet to release an solved at the local level,” she noted. approved tax digest. Until then, only Board member Julia Bernath (Sandy estimates of tax revenues can be used Springs, Roswell) said she does not for the budget. The FY19 budget is built disagree that more needs to be done to upon a projected 3.6 percent increases ensure school safety, but she noted a in revenues from the current year. budget has to be passed and amendRobert Morales, chief financial officer ments can be made as more information for Fulton Schools, said he believes tax comes in.

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Roswell announces new director for Recreation, Parks Department

By JULIA GROCHOWSKI julia@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. — The City of Roswell has hired Jeff Leatherman, director of Regional Parks in Sacramento County, Calif., as its new director of Recreation, Parks, Historic and Cultural Affairs.

The announcement came June 6 after more than a yearlong search following the departure of longtime director Morgan Rodgers, who now heads Alpharetta Parks and Recreation. Jeff Pruitt had been serving Roswell as interim director during the transition.

While at Sacramento County, Leatherman oversaw the operation and management of 15,000 acres of parkland, including 62 parks, more than 30 miles of trails, a nature center, three community centers and the American River Parkway.

His task at Roswell will be to manage more than 900 acres of parkland, Roswell’s historic house museums, the Roswell Cultural Arts Center, the trail system and several special events held each year.

Last year, Roswell’s parks system was recognized as one of the top seven operations in the country and was presented the coveted National Gold Medal Award.

“I am looking forward to joining a dynamic team that provides award-winning parks, facilities and programs for the City of Roswell,” he said.

Before leading the Sacramento County parks system, LeatherLEATHERMAN man was the general manager for Valley-Wide Recreation and Park District in Riverside County, Calif.

He is a certified parks and recreation professional with the National Recreation and Parks Association.

He holds a Bachelor of Science in Recreation Administration from California State University along with a minor in marketing.

He will be a “perfect fit” for the city, said Roswell City Administrator Gary Palmer.

“Jeff will be a great leader for Roswell’s Recreation, Parks, Historic and Cultural Affairs Department,” Palmer said. “He has the experience and energy to take the department to the next level.

I’m looking forward to working with him.”

Leatherman is expected to start the position in early to mid-July with an annual salary of $125,000.

Young Men’s Service League recognizes graduating seniors NORTH FULTON, Ga. — The Alpharetta chapter of Young Men’s Service League wrapped up the 2017-18 school year at a banquet this spring, recognizing their senior class and three Presidential Award winners. The three chapter members are Jack Busch with 108 volunteer hours, Jackson Dickey with 59 hours and Walker Carey with 57 hours.

All the classes of the Alpharetta chapter, freshman through seniors, worked more than 4,000 hours since April servicing the organization’s nonprofit partners, oftentimes alongside their mothers.

Young Men’s Service League is a mother-son organization dedicated to serving their local communities and enhancing mother-son relationships. The young men and their mothers participate in a four-year program of philanthropy, education and leadership. In Georgia, there are five chapters: Alpharetta, Centennial, Milton, Northeast Atlanta and

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Traditional hymns ring out at Alpharetta’s oldest tradition

By CARSON COOK carson@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — The 150th annual June Singing recital filled the rotunda of Alpharetta City Hall June 10 with the boisterous choral music of the Sacred Harp singers.

June Singing has been held the second Sunday of June since 1869, making it the longest continuously running event in the city of Alpharetta. Every year, singers gather from across the state to continue the tradition of Sacred Harp-style singing.

Sacred Harp singing, also known as shape note singing, is an acapella style of hymn singing developed in New England in the 18th century, but it has lived on mostly in the American South. The name Sacred Harp refers to a song book published in 1844 by Georgia residents Benjamin Franklin White and Elisha J. King. In the sheet music, the note heads have four distinct shapes to aid sight reading, hence the term shape note.

The Atlanta Sacred Harp Singers is an informal network of people committed to carrying this style. For many participants, this tradition has been in their family for generations. Wherever the singers gather, they can expect a

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At 11-years-old, Zachary Silva is already comfortable leading the Sacred Harp singers in one of his favorite hymns. welcoming community, a potluck meal and hours of singing.

Faye Hollbrook of Alpharetta knows what makes Sacred Heart singing so special to the people who keep coming back.

“It’s the tradition and love of the music, it’s been handed down generation to

generation,” Hollbrook said.

Another unique feature of Sacred Harp singing is the four-part harmonies, with singers arranged in a square according to their vocal parts.

In this arrangement, there is no space reserved for an audience, though newcomers are encouraged to try stand-

ing in the middle of the square where all parts can be heard equally. The style is based on a philosophy of singing for enjoyment, not for performance.

Singers of all ages and experience levels take turns standing in the middle, leading the performers.

They set the tempo of the song by raising and lowering their arms in rhythm.

Zachary Silva is 11-years-old and has been participating with the Sacred Harp singers for four years. He attended the June Singing along with his mother and siblings and proudly volunteered to lead a song.

“Coming together, singing together and meeting new people” are what draws him to being a part of the Sacred Harp singers, he said.

Even more than the music, the love of the supportive community was something shared by singers of all ages.

John Plunkett has been singing with the group for more than 25 years.

“I grew up singing in choir, so I like the music and the community aspect as well,” he said.

The Atlanta Sacred Harp singers hold events almost every week. More details can be found on their website at atlantasacredharp.org.

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5 North Atlanta restaurants named on ‘100 Plates Locals Love’

By JULIA GROCHOWSKI julia@appenmediagroup.com NORTH ATLANTA, Ga. — The food scene in the northern suburbs of Atlanta is attracting statewide attention. Five local restaurants in North Fulton and South Forsyth were recently named on this year’s “100 Plates Locals Love,” an annual culinary guide of the best local dishes selected by tasters statewide.

The list is published annually in the Georgia Eats guide released by the Georgia Department of Economic Development’s Tourism Division.

This year, the plates included pappardelle from Colletta Italian Food & Wine in Alpharetta, BLT sliders from Tam’s Tupelo in Cumming, “Meatball Al Sugo” from Sugo Kitchen in Johns Creek, and “RC’s Chargrilled Oysters” from Hugo’s Oyster Bar in Roswell.

Additionally, the fried chicken from Table & Main in Roswell was named on “Chef Holly’s Top 10” list. The list was cultivated by Holly Chute, executive chef at the Georgia Departments of Agriculture and Economic Development.

The tourism department highlights the best cuisine throughout the state each year. The guide, created four years ago, is intended to encourage visitors to travel to all corners of Georgia and sample the flavors of the South.

“There is no better way to immerse yourself in Georgia’s history and culture than through our unique food and dining offerings,” said Kevin Langston, deputy commissioner for tourism at the Georgia Department of Economic Development. “Whether you’re looking for local favorites or finding the best food festival for a weekend away, Georgia Eats is the perfect guide to delicious ex-

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BLT sliders from Tam’s Tupelo in Cumming feature fried green tomatoes. periences you can’t find anywhere else.”

The recommendations are for all regions of the state, including the coast, “Historic Heartland,” “Magnolia Midlands,” Georgia Mountains and Metro Atlanta. Hundreds of plates were nominated by food aficionados and rated by a panel of judges.

Colletta Italian Food & Wine, located at 900 Third Street in Alpharetta, presents new interpretations of northern Italian cuisine along with traditional favorites. The pappardelle includes a combination of duck ragu, pistachios and black truffles.

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“Meatball Al Sugo” from Sugo Kitchen in Johns Creek was named one of the best dishes in Georgia.

Highway in Cumming features a Cajuninspired menu. The BLT sliders contain fried green tomatoes, bacon, arugula, tomato jam and are drizzled with a balsamic reduction.

Sugo Kitchen on 10305 Medlock Bridge Road in Johns Creek serves a blend of dishes with Greek and Italian origins.

The classic “Meatball Al Sugo” is a must try, according to one reader.

“RC’s Chargrilled Oysters” at Hugo’s Oyster Bar, located at 10360 Alpharetta Street in Roswell, is “out of this world” and served with fresh French bread, another reader said.

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Table & Main on Roswell’s Canton Street once again made the list with its fried chicken. It’s one of the best fried chicken plates available, according to Chute.

Restaurants on Canton Street in Roswell have consistently made the list each year since the guide was created.

Past honorees include Osteria Mattone for its chicken and Roux on Canton for the crawfish risotto.

To see the full “100 Plates Locals Love” list, visit exploregeorgia.org. The Georgia Eats culinary guide is also available at visitor information centers throughout the state.

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Blessed by a ‘Coalition’ of fine atmospheres, flavors Accepting your Roswell’s Canton performance Street has become If you know me, you know I love and appreciate great food and great atmospheres.

It could stem from me growing up with my Italian mother, who grew up with her family in New Jersey GEOFF SMITH and helped out as a Assurance Financial, gsmith@lendtheway.com child with a family restaurant. While our family is light-hearted, cooking is no joke. When my grandmother would come to town, the first thing we’d smell on a Sunday morning was the sautéing of onions and garlic as she started the daylong process of making her red sauce.

It could be because of these memories that my appreciation for passionately and tactfully managed restaurants is so high.

Roswell’s Canton Street has become one of the most densely populated culinary streets in the metro area. One could argue that Greenwoods started the trend when it opened way back in 1986.

It was in a log-cabin on Green Street serving what was then a progressive take on Southern cuisine. It was run by Bill Greenwood, who ran the place like an excited steamboat captain.

In the late 1990s, the city made several infrastructure improvements to Canton Street that attracted several key restaurateurs. Ceviche got in early, as did Hicham Azhari and Fikret Kovac who opened Salt Factory Pub in 2008. From that point, the table was set – people were coming to Canton Street, and good chefs and restaurateurs were taking note. One of those was Ryan Pernice, whose Table & Main and Osteria Mattone helped raised the expectations to another level. Both have their own distinct style, both serve great food and both have earned notoriety throughout the metro area.

I had the opportunity to sit down with Pernice last week and talk about Canton Street and about his new res-

one of the most densely populated culinary streets in the metro area. One could argue that Greenwoods started the trend when it opened way back in 1986.

taurant scheduled to open in about a month, which actually will be on another Canton Street up in Alpharetta.

After graduating with a degree in hospitality management from Cornell University, Pernice moved to New York City and immersed himself in the restaurant industry there – eventually helping to open an upscale Italian restaurant called Maialino. He had been hearing of the culinary growth happening back in his hometown on Canton Street, and after 6 years in New York, he decided it was time to come home and start his own restaurant, which became Table & Main.

The restaurant found quick success, and after only a year and a half, he ventured out to open Osteria Mattone.

While both restaurants by any measure are successes, Pernice humbly gives credit to his partner and head chef Woolery “Woody” Back, and that Canton Street location.

“A lot of life is timing and location,” he said. “Canton Street forgives a lot of sins.”

That may be true, but his restaurants haven’t made many. Table & Main was named one of the 14 Must-Try Suburban Restaurants in the U.S. in 2015.

With two successful restaurants like

OM and T&M under his belt, you might think you’d find a satisfied Ryan Pernice. You will not. You will find a person with all the excitement of someone who seems to be just getting started.

That excitement is contagious as folks around Atlanta are anxious for his next restaurant scheduled to open probably in early July: Coalition Food and Beverage. At the corner of Canton and Milton Avenue in Alpharetta, his new restaurant will be hard to miss. Like OM and T&M did in Roswell, Coalition will add something unique to the new and exploding downtown Alpharetta scene. Pernice said Coalition will answer the question “what if the classic American diner was invented today?” It’s kind of an upscale, farmto-table styled version of a diner – a fresh array of sandwiches, salads and entrees.

A clever line of sausages, and what looks to be a lively, sharp – yet industrial atmosphere complete with a bar that opens to the sidewalk. Like many, Brenda and I have favorite dishes at T&M and OM and are excited for Coalition’s opening.

Pernice said his philosophy was formed while thinking of the concept for what became T&M. He said he based his entire business plan on the lyrics from the song The Weight.

“The song is about a guy that goes from place to place to rest, but everywhere he goes someone gives him something else to do,” he said. “I just wanted to create a place where a guy could lay his head and take a load off.”

Sounds delicious.

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Sanctuary Park breaks ground on multimillion-dollar amenity center Campus Clubhouse to offer food, fitness, conference facilities

By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Close to 300 people turned out June 13 for a special groundbreaking at Alpharetta’s Sanctuary Park Office Complex.

The event marked the launch of construction for Rubenstein Partners’ new 25,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art amenity center named The Clubhouse.

The multi-million-dollar facility will feature a food hall, fitness center, conference rooms and training space for all of the estimated 6,500 employees at the campus.

“It’s going to service the entire park,” said Taylor Smith, senior vice president and regional director for Atlanta for Rubenstein Partners. “It will be totally unique, not only in the submarket but probably all of Atlanta. You do see this sometimes in large corporate environments, and we’re trying to replicate the same thing, the same sort of service that

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A crowd of more than 300 gathered June 13 at Alpharetta’s Sanctuary Park for the official groundbreaking for The Clubhouse, a 25,000-square-foot amenity center that will feature food, fitness and conference facilities for tenants. company tries to provide its employees, we’re trying to provide our tenants.”

Rubenstein Partners acquired Sanctuary Park in late 2016 when the prop-

erty was already considered the premier Class A office park in the North Fulton submarket. The 150-acre campus just off Westside Parkway consists of nine

buildings offering 1.6 million square feet of office space amid a forested surrounding.

Over the past 18 months, Rubenstein Partners has implemented a multimillion-dollar capital improvement strategy to modernize the property and solidify its standing as one of the top office developments within the entire Atlanta Metro market. Completed enhancements have included lobby, restroom and other interior improvements as well as common area upgrades such as new elevator cabs and an enhanced lakeside outdoor lounge at the Lake View buildings.

The Clubhouse is scheduled to open in the summer of 2019 and will sit adjacent to the campus softball field which is already home to more than half a dozen corporate campus teams.

“Our softball league is something the tenants have really bought into,” Smith said.

The Clubhouse, he said, is designed to further enhance that campus community experience.

“It’s a better amenity than we can provide in any single building,” Smith said. “It’s got conferencing. It’s going to have stadium steps that look out over the softball field.”

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For the 10th consecutive year, oral health professionals will offer free services on June 23 at Jones Bridge Dental Care.

Jones Bridge Dental Care offers free services June 23 ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Jones Bridge Dental Care will host its 10th annual “Free Dentistry Day” beginning at 7 a.m. on June 23. The event will be held at 11925 Jones Bridge Road.

The Jones Bridge Dental Care staff, along with other local oral healthcare professionals, will provide no-cost services to over 200 people who could otherwise not receive care. Dental volunteers will provide examinations, digital X-rays, blood pressure and oral cancer screenings, and a choice of an extraction, filling or cleaning procedures.

The high demand event will be under the supervision and instruction of Dr. Leo Yelizarov-Eliezer, Dr. Faig Malikov and Dr. Panida Nasseh.

Patients will be taken on a firstcome, first- serve basis starting at 7

a.m. provided with one procedure per person. Pre-registration is not necessary.

Patients must be at least 14 years of age and accompanied by an adult if they are younger than 18. Restrictions apply for certain medical problems.

This year, Jones Bridge Dental Care asks community members to donate toothpaste, tooth brushes, mouthwash and dental floss to put in the “Free Dentistry Day” patients’ gift baskets to encourage continued dental hygiene.

All donations may be dropped off at the Jones Bridge Dental Care office at 11925 Jones Bridge Road, Alpharetta.

For more information about Jones Bridge Dental Care or donations, call their office at 770-772-0606 or visit jbdentalcare.com.

PDI establishes global headquarters in Alpharetta ALPHARETTA, Ga. — PDI, a global provider of enterprise software solutions to the convenience retail, wholesale petroleum and logistics industries, recently announced the opening of its global headquarters in Alpharetta.

The company, whose North America operation will remain headquartered in Temple, Texas, hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony at its new, 7,500-square-foot office. PDI enlisted Atlanta-based real estate firm SK Commercial Realty to secure the new location and Alpharettabased interior design firm WB Interiors to assist with the design.

The contemporary office design features an open floor concept and multiple collaborative spaces where employees can work together.

PDI’s new headquarters isn’t the only place the company has been investing. In 2018 alone, PDI has acquired two companies: TouchStar, a global logistics software provider, and Excentus, a provider of loyalty and coalition marketing solutions.

The company has already hired more than 30 employees in its Alpharetta office and plans to continue hiring through 2018.

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SMALL BUSINESS SYMPOSIUM

The City of Milton has partnered with the Crabapple Community Association, the Milton Business Alliance and the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce to bring a day filled with free workshops and networking. The discussion will cover timely topics and will be led by industry leaders. The symposium will be held Thursday, June 28, noon-6:30 p.m. at Milton City Hall, 2006 Heritage Walk, Milton.

For information on workshops, to pre-register or to register a booth, visit cityofmiltonga.us.

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OUTDOOR FITNESS:

2018 HEALTH SUMMIT

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What: The 2018 Health Summit, “Your Battle Plan for Better Health”, features Bob Wright Tracee Randall. It will focus on the prevention and treatment of cancer and other diseases.

When: June 22-23, 12:30-9 p.m.

Where: Taylor Lodge, 11045 Parsons Road, Johns Creek More info and registration: tinyurl. com/2018HealthSummit

THE LONGEST DAY

What: The Longest Day is a DIY fundraising event, created by The Alzheimer’s Association, to honor those facing Alzheimer’s with a jam-a-thon and concert.

When: Saturday, June 23, 1-10 p.m.

Where: Music Authority, 123 Merchant’s Square, Cumming Cost: $5 minimum donation More info: northfulton.com

OPEN-HEARTH COOKING AND LIVING HISTORY

What: Living history interpreter and open-hearth cooking expert, Clarissa Clifton, will demonstrate making traditional Southern food in the Cook House.

When: Saturday, June 23, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Where: Smith Plantation, 953 Alpharetta St., Roswell More info: roswellgov.com

GARDEN TOUR MONDAYS

What: Enjoy a free 30-minute tour of the gardens and historic plants on the grounds of Barrington Hall.

When: Every Monday, through Sept. 24, 9:30 a.m.

Where: Barrington Hall, 535 Barrington Drive, Roswell More info: roswellgov.com

What: Combine the international rhythms of the Zumba Gold program with the strength training techniques of the Zumba Toning program.

When: Friday, June 22, 10:30 a.m.

Where: Park Place at Newtown School, 3125 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekga.gov/parkplace

EMBRACE OUR YOUTH 5K

What: Proceeds from the event go to the LRJ Foundation whose mission is to bring mental health education and wellness to schools and the community.

When: Saturday, June 23, 7:30-10 a.m.

Where: Hiser Orthodontics, 3180 North Point Parkway, Building 500, Alpharetta Cost: Registration fees start at $20 More info: https://tinyurl.com/y7o7nlt4

DOG DAYS 5K

What: Celebrate the dog days of summer by bringing your dog with you to a dogfriendly 5K. When: Saturday, June 23, 8-10 a.m.

Where: Newtown Park C., 3150 Old Alabama Road, Alpharetta Cost: Registration fees start at $25 More info: https://tinyurl.com/y7nvq4qu

FREE FITNESS IN THE PARK: BOOTCAMP What: Join for a free outside group exercise class. All classes are weather-permitting and open to the public. Check online for any cancellations.

When: Saturday, June 23, 9-10 a.m.

Where: Historic Roswell Town Square, 610 Atlanta St., Roswell More info: roswellgov.com

FREE OUTDOOR FITNESS: ZUMBA

What: Zumba combines Latin music with dance moves for a calorie-burning workout.

When: Sunday, June 24, 10-11 a.m.

Where: Mark Burkhalter Amphitheater at Newtown Park, 3150 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekga.gov

What: Alpharetta’s weekly gathering returns 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., through Oct. 11 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 October Where: Old Canton Street in downtown Alpharetta More info: alpharetta.ga.us

FAMILY FOOD TRUCK FRIDAYS

What: Enjoy an array of different food trucks each month, as well as entertainment and fun for the whole family.

When: Friday, June 22, 6-8:30 p.m.

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

ROSWELL FARMERS & ARTISANS MARKET

What: Don’t miss the opening day of the Roswell Farmers & Artisans Market. Mix and mingle with friends, shop for fresh items and enjoy talking to the vendors.

When: Saturday, April 14, 8 a.m. – noon Where: Roswell City Hall, 38 Hill St., Roswell More info: roswellfam.com

MUSIC, ARTS & THEATER: SUMMER PUPPET SERIES: “CINDERELLA”

What: Set in the eighteenth century and featuring a dozen lavishly costumed 30” marionettes, this production of Cinderella is a Tanglewood Marionettes showpiece.

When: June 18-23. Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m. Wednesday and Friday, 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.

Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell Cost: Tickets are $5 each. Summer passes available at $30.

More info and tickets: roswellpuppets.com

HOME BY DARK CONCERT SERIES

What: Join for a concert with internationally touring and performing songwriter Kyshoana Armstrong and former “The Voice” star James David Carter.

When: Saturday, June 23, 7:30-10:30 p.m.

Where: Brooke Street Park, 2 Park Plaza, Alpharetta More info: awesomealpharetta.com

SUMMER PUPPET SERIES: “BIG BAD LITTLE RED PIG”

What: Two childhood favorites have been “squished” together with just one Big Bad Wolf to share in all the fun.

When: June 25-30. Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m. Wednesday and Friday, 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.

Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell Cost: Tickets are $5 each. Summer passes available at $30.

More info: roswellpuppets.com

SPOTLIGHT ARTIST: MARGARET J. NOVOTNY

What: Margaret Novotny is a freelance photographer who loves to showcase nature at its best through vivid compositions that tell a story.

When: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., June 1-Aug. 31 Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell More info: mjnovotny.photography

LIBRARY EVENTS: ACT PRACTICE TEST

What: Register for a practice exam with personalized test results.

When: Friday, June 22, 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m.

Where: Alpharetta Library, 10 Park Plaza, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org or 404-613-6738

WIZARD OF OZBRIGHT STAR THEATRE

What: Bright Star Theatre is back this summer for another show. For ages 5-12.

When: Friday, June 22, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Where: Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road, Alpharetta More info:afpls.org

FINANCIAL AID 101

What: Learn how to pay for a college education, cost of attendance, FAFSA and about financial aid opportunities.

For teenagers and their parents. Reservations required.

When: Saturday, June 23, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Where: Northeast/Spruill Oaks Library, 9560 Spruill Road, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org or 770-360-8820

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Soar to HIGHER Rates (L to R): Antonio Barrios, Area Director for the UGA Small Business Development Center, Terri Denison, Georgia District SBA Director, Diego Velasquez, owner, Tacos and Tequilas Mexican Grill, Ashley Bell, SBDC (behind), Linda McMahon, US SBA Administrator, Blanca and Juan Cuello, Tacos and Tequilas and Carlos Laverde, Atlanta Market President, American Commerce Bank.

Helping business borrowers succeed No business is “small” when it’s your business, and success in business is always worth celebrating. American Commerce Bank in Johns Creek was pleased to celebrate recently with a long-time customer during a visit from officials of the Small Business Administration.

Linda McMahon, US Administrator for the SBA, visited Atlanta earlier this month to speak on behalf of the US Chamber Small Business series.

During her visit, she arranged a meeting with Diego Velasquez, owner of Tacos and Tequilas Mexican Grill and long-time client of American Commerce Bank. McMahon says she makes it a point to meet with business owners during her travels who’ve benefitted from SBA programs. “Our programs help hardworking entrepreneurs succeed,” said McMahon, “and it’s a pleasure to meet in their workplaces and hear their impressive stories”.

Velasquez, a 16-year veteran of the restaurant industry, decided in 2010

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Appen sweeps awards in multiple contests ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Appen Media Group recently took home an array of awards from competitions over the past few months.

Most recently, Appen won 20 awards from the Georgia Press Association. The group was honored earlier this month at the annual conference at Jekyll Island Club for their part in the Georgia Press Association Better Newspaper Contest.

Entries were judged in seven divisions based on circulation. Appen competed in the division which includes all weekly papers of more than 15,000 circulation.

In all, 73 newspapers won a total of 606 awards presented in 41 categories.

Judging was by members of the Kansas and Oklahoma press associations in February and March.

Appen took home the following awards: • General Excellence, second place, staff • Local News Coverage, third place, staff • Enterprise Story for Black Box, first place, staff • Best Online News Project for Black Box, second place, staff • Investigative Reporting for Black Box, second and third place, staff

• Layout and Design, first place, Production, Newsroom Manager AJ McNaughton • Special Issues, second place, Production, Newsroom Manager AJ McNaughton • Feature Photograph, third place, Editor Kathleen Sturgeon • Feature Writing, second place, Editor Kathleen Sturgeon • Breaking News Writing, second place, Editor Kathleen Sturgeon • Humorous Column, second place, Editor Joe Parker • Sports Photograph, second place, Editor Joe Parker Additionally, advertising graphic artist David Brown won six awards for his advertising work. They included four first places.

One of the biggest awards of the event was the Open Government Award, which General Manager Hans Appen won for his role creating Black Box, Appen Media’s investigative journalism division.

“For Black Box investigations to win the Open Government Award just a year after we launched the project says a lot about the quality of our staff and, frankly, the importance of what we’re

Our staff is blazing a trail for how community newspapers can be successful in 2018...These awards are validation of their vision and passion for the communities they serve.”

HANS APPEN General Manager of Appen Media Group trying to do,” Appen said. “We’ve barely scratched the surface on the full potential of what Black Box can do to connect

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Parker took home a handful of awards earlier this month at the Georgia Sportswriter Association contest.

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Temple Kehillat Chaim installs unconventional rabbi ROSWELL, Ga. — On July 1, Rabbi Jason Holtz will become the second rabbi to serve at Temple Kehillat Chaim. The Reform temple, founded in 1982 by outgoing Rabbi Harvey Winokur, embraces a congregation of over 200 families drawn from a wide range of backgrounds.

Winokur was one of the first rabbis in the Atlanta area to perform marriages for interfaith couples. This break from convention—now fairly common—inspired Winokur to found Temple Kehillat Chaim.

The synagogue’s name translates as “Community of Life.” Its mission is to serve families of all kinds, including those that don’t fit neatly into traditional molds.

“This is a place for people who want to be themselves,” said Winokur.

The assembly – made up of Jewish and interfaith families, families with disabilities, and same-sex households – participate in a range of educational and youth programs, traditional and lay-led services, community outreach, and festival celebrations.

The incoming rabbi, Holtz, is a native of Florida and graduate of both Syracuse University and the Hebrew Union College. He is a member of the Central Conference of American Rabbis.

For the past five years, Holtz has acted as the solo rabbi of the Bromley Reform Synagogue in Bromley, U.K., a suburb of London.

During his tenure there, Rabbit Holtz has raised the profile of the synagogue with his YouTube sermons featuring costumes, props and puppets.

Holtz was chosen by a Temple Kehillat Chaim search committee led by Board President Lori Dreffin. He was elected to his new position by a unanimous vote of the congregation.

“TKC is exactly the kind of community I want to be a part of—diverse, inclusive, and even a bit adventurous,” Holtz said. “It’s a place where the past is meeting the future.”

Temple Kehillat Chaim is located at 1145 Green St, Roswell and can be found online at kehillatchaim. org.

Rabbi Jason Holtz, far right, will serve as the rabbi for Temple Kehillat Chaim.

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William & Reed Academy’s Boys Tennis Team earns State Championships JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — On Tuesday, April 24, William & Reed Academy’s Boys Tennis Team won the Georgia Independent School Association Boys Tennis Class AAA State Championship title for the second year in a row.

The team competed in single-elimination bracket play at the John Drew Tennis Center in Macon. This is Wil-

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Forsyth Central pitcher drafted in first round

By CONNER EVANS interns@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Forsyth Central High School’s Ethan Hankins became the second player in county history drafted by Major League Baseball in the first round on June 4 when the Cleveland Indians selected him No. 35 overall.

At 6-foot-6 and 200 pounds, the Vanderbilt University commit was an intimidating right-hander on the mound for the Bulldogs. Hankins’ fastball has been his go-to pitch, topping out around 96 mph with cutting movement. It’s given opposing hitters trouble since playing varsity his freshman year.

“He blew his fastball by everybody,” Forsyth Central Coach Kevin McCollum said. “He’s got God-given talent. He threw it 87-88 (mph) as a freshman.”

McCollum coached Hankins all four years at Central and saw him grow not only as a player, but as a man. At only

18 years old he still has time to grow, he said.

“He’s a great kid and ultra-competitive,” he said. “He’s like a gifted kid in academics when they can’t get a math problem and get a little overly frustrated. Other people look at them like HANKINS it’s not that big a deal, and he’s wired the same way.”

Hankins has been a highly touted prospect since his breakout summer when he won the WBSC Baseball World Cup on the United States’ U18 team. He skyrocketed up draft projections to as high as a top five overall prospect. He even started in the championship game that summer, which McCollum said he secretly watched during school hours.

The way Hankins was scouted during his senior season was unlike anything McCollum said he’d seen before as a coach for over a decade.

“There were 20 scouts at our first practice of the year,” he said. “They’re expecting perfection from day one. Fair or not, it is what it is, but that’s awfully tough on a kid.”

Shoulder stiffness that put Hankins on the bench for a few weeks his senior season hurt his draft stock, but he still earned a first-round selection, narrowly becoming the second such player in county history after Seth Beer of Lambert High School was drafted seven spots higher.

Hankins had dominant stretches during the summer of 2017 and his senior year. Between two six-inning starts during the World Cup he struck out 27 of 36 batters, and he only gave up a handful of earned runs all tournament.

He had an earned-run average of 0.9 during his senior season.

“I don’t know if we’ll have another kid like that at Central, in the county or even in the area,” McCollum said. “They don’t come around too often.”

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Hundreds turn out to support Bulloch Hall

By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmediagroup.com ATLANTA, Ga. – Bulloch Hall and those who learn from its historic presence in Roswell got a boost June 9 when supporters gathered for the 33rd annual Magnolia Ball.

This year’s event, held at Cherokee Town Club in Buckhead, drew 220 guests in formal attire who spent the evening dancing, dining and participating in fundraising activities.

Proceeds from the ball go toward the preservation of the Greek Revival mansion built in 1839.

Friends of Bulloch, which sponsors the event, also uses part of the proceeds to fund children’s scholarships for summer classes conducted at the mansion, according to Nancy Alterman, co-chair for the ball.

Classes include: • Camp Rough Riders, which teaches kids how cook over a fire pit, learn history from the perspective of the outdoors.

• Miss Mittie’s Academy, which teaches young ladies etiquette and culture.

The class includes an entire section on bullying.

• Night in the Museum, usually held in October, teaches children in an overnight class., complete with tours of the mansion.

Alterman said this year, the classes will include 10 students from Star House, a local nonprofit that provides after-school tutoring and mentoring for at-risk children throughout North Fulton County.

The theme of this year’s Magnolia Ball was the wedding of President Theodore Roosevelt’s parents. Thee (Theodore Sr.) Roosevelt and Mittie Bulloch were married at the home in December 1853.

“We had four people acting as the bride and groom and the bridesmaids,” Alterman said.

The evening also included a tribute to Bill Gray, one of the original founders of Friends of Bulloch. Gray served as chairman for the event for 30 years before passing away last year.

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CITY OF ALPHARETTA NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The following items will be heard at a public hearing held by the Planning Commission on Thursday, July 12, 2018 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, August 6, 2018 commencing at 6:30 p.m. in the Alpharetta City Hall Council Chambers, 2 Park Plaza, Alpharetta, Georgia. a. MP-17-06/CLUP-17-07/Z-17-20/CU-17-18/V-17-44 Greenstone Parkway 400, LLP Consideration of a request to rezone approximately 16.64 acres from O-I (Office-Institutional) to C-2 (General Commercial) in order to develop a mixed-use development consisting of 325 ‘For-Rent’ residential units, 18,000 SF of supportive office/ retail uses, 450,000 square feet of office, 10,000 square foot Variety Playhouse Theatre, 6,000 square foot retail/restaurant and ancillary retail/restaurant uses. A master plan amendment to the Parkway 400 Master Plan Pod C is requested to add ‘Dwelling, ‘For-Rent’ to the list of permitted uses and changes to development standards. A Comprehensive Land Use Plan amendment is requested to change the designation of the property from ‘Corporate Office’ to ‘Commercial’. A conditional use permit is requested in order to allow ‘For-Rent’ residential use. Variances are requested to reduce multi-family and office parking requirements, reduce bicycle parking requirements and reduce requirements for electric vehicle charging stations. The property is located at the end of Amber Park Drive and is legally described as being located in Land Lot 804, 1st District, 2nd Section, Fulton County, Georgia. b. CLUP-18-04/Z-18-06/CU-18-06 1150 Upper Hembree Road/Animal Hospital Consideration of a request to rezone approximately 2.48 acres from O-I (Office-Institutional) to C-1 (Neighborhood Commercial) and a conditional use to allow an existing structure to be used for an ‘Animal Hospital, Small Animals’. A Comprehensive Land Use Plan amendment is requested to change the designation of the property from ‘Professional Business Office’ to ‘Commercial’. The property is located at 1150 Upper Hembree Road and is legally described as being located in Land Lots 550 & 551, 1st District, 2nd Section, Fulton County, Georgia. c. CU-18-04 EasyVet Clinic/Animal Hospital Consideration of a request for conditional use to allow an ‘Animal Hospital, Small Animals’ within the Kroger retail center.

The property is located at 12850 Highway 9, Suite 2200 and is legally described as being located in Land Lots 1049 and 1112, 2nd District, 2nd Section, Fulton County, Georgia. d. Z-18-05/V-18-05 Kairos Old Milton LLC/DT-LW Consideration of a request to rezone approximately 2.16 acres from O-I (Office-Institutional) and R-12 (Dwelling, ‘ForSale’, Residential) to DT-LW (Downtown Live-Work) to allow for a 36,000 square foot office building and 12 live-work dwelling units wrapping a parking deck. Variances are requested to increase the maximum building footprint from 10,000 to 12,000 square feet and to increase the maximum building height from 3 stories and 40’ to 3 stories and 50’. The property is located at 2260, 2270 & 2300 Old Milton Parkway and is legally described as being located in Land Lot 748, 1st District, 2nd Section, Fulton County, Georgia. e. PH-18-05 Unified Development Code Text Amendments/Fire Pit & Clearing and Grading Regulations Consideration of text amendments to Unified Development Code, Article III to address clearing and grading activities and Article IV to add Fire Pit regulations.

The following items will be considered by the City Council on Monday, July 16, 2018 commencing at 6:30 p.m. in the Alpharetta City Hall Council Chambers, 2 Park Plaza, Alpharetta, Georgia. a. E-18-03 City Center Leasing Sign Exception Consideration of an exception to the Sign Ordinance to increase the allowable size of a temporary banner sign for the purpose of placing leasing signs on 2 mixed-use buildings. The property is City Center located at the southeast corner of Academy Street and Highway 9 and is legally described as being located in Land Lot 1268, 2nd District, 2nd Section, Fulton County, Georgia. b. E-18-04 American Legion/Standard Informational Sign Exception Consideration of an exception to the Sign Ordinance to increase the allowable size and height of a temporary standard informational sign. The property is located at 201 Wills Road and is legally described as being located in Land Lot 1272, 2nd 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.

Sheepdog Connection hosts second annual celebration ALPHARETTA, Ga. — The Sheepdog Connection is hosting its annual celebration to keep the memory of Ryan FitzGerald alive and pass along his legacy of service above self.

On Saturday, Aug. 4 the Sheepdog Connection will hold its second annual celebration from 7 p.m. to midnight at the Metropolitan Club, 5895 Windward Parkway, Alpharetta. There will be music, food, a silent auction, raffle, wine pull and cash bar. Musician David Payton will return along with cover band Phone Keys Wallet.

The initial surge of contributions allowed the Sheepdog Connection to provide scholarships in 2016 for participants to travel to Christ in the Rockies in Colorado and Hands of Love in Uganda.

Tickets are $100 per person and proceeds will enable Sheepdog Connection to continue providing scholarships and experiential character development opportunities.

For information on the celebration and sponsorship forms, visit sheepdogconnection.org or call 470-386-3553.

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Homestead: Continued from Page 4 many large parcel owners would be affected by the legislation.

Mayor Joe Lockwood also voiced concern for large lot owners and how they affect the character of the city.

“I would agree that it certainly does negatively impact a lot of the work were trying to do to incentivize large lot owners to keep the land versus selling it or developing it,” Lockwood said.

“The majority of the people it helps, but on the flip side, that small minority of people that it doesn’t help tax wise, it hurts the whole city because we’ll lose some of that open land.”

The mayor said he supported Bentley’s suggestion to conduct more research.

Changes to Fulton County homestead appraisals were sparked last year

when public outcry raged over updated 2017 property valuations.

Thousands of North Fulton residents had sticker shock when they saw property appraisals had raised their home values by more than half.

Property values affect what homeowners pay in taxes to the county, school system and city government. Overall, 61 percent of homeowners saw their assessments increase by more than 13 percent.

In response, Fulton County commissioners threw out the new assessments and used the property values set in 2016, but this was only a temporary solution. The state Legislature proposed the cap on homestead property valuations to try to prevent incidents like 2017 from occurring again.

The legislation must be approved by a referendum at the November 6 election. If the referendum passes, the new policy would affect tax assessments beginning in 2019.

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From left to right: Frank V. Rotondo, Sen. John Albers and Warden Dennis Nelson.

Sen. John Albers honored by Georgia Association of Chiefs of Police ATLANTA — Sen. John Albers, represents Roswell district, was honored by the Georgia Association of Chiefs of Police for his role as chairman of the Senate Public Safety Committee and his commitment to members of the public safety community. Organization Executive Director Frank V. Rotondo, organization President and Warden for the Clayton County Correctional Institution Warden Dennis Nelson presented the award. Albers worked with members

of the Senate Public Safety Committee to pass legislation supported by the organization during the 2018 session.

While serving as the chair of the Senate Criminal Justice and Public Safety Appropriations Subcommittee, he was able to help secure line-item funding that will assist the organization with contemporary training and restoring funding that was removed in 2004.

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Help Wanted Full-time GENERAL MANAGER Immediate! Plus parttime counter help. 404574-3884 PRIVATE SCHOOL BUS DRIVER Needed for school in Alpharetta/Roswell area. CDL’s with P & S endoresement required.

Must have clean motor vehicle record. Very good pay! 770-887-8317 CDL DRIVERS Wanted.

Knowledge of Greater Atlanta beneficial. Local driving only. Medical insurance available. Call 770-8891550 or apply online at www.conexrecycling.com

Part-time FRONT DESK Doctors office.

Computer experience.

Pleasant team player.

Positive attitude.

Alpharetta/ Roswell.

Resume: medoffice123@gmail. com Warehouse/Shipping PT, FT needed.

Accuracy, efficiency, and attention to detail a must. 7am-5pm, M-F. Alpharetta, McFarland Parkway. j o b s @u n i q u e s p o r t s . com ADMIN: Apharetta psychology office.

M-W-F/8:30AM6PM. Proficiency: Word, Excel, Gmail, Google Calendar Friendly, organized, multi-tasker.

Mostly computer work. Start $14/hour depending on experience. drmary@ yourshrink.com.

Retail clerk, $10hr, 30hrs, weekend/ nights, computer experience required. blwenterprisesinc@ gmail.com

Part-time

ASSISTANT PROPERTY MANAGER

15-hour per week position with flexible hours. A H/S diploma or GED equivalent is required. A degree from an accredited 2 year college is preferred.

Competence in building maintenance and grounds keeping are essential. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter, have good interpersonal, computer and organizational skills. The job requires successful completion of a criminal records and child abuse background check, a valid driver’s license and the ability to perform physical tasks that include climbing ladders, lifting and carrying supplies and moving tables/chairs.

Please send resume or letter with qualifications to: alpharettajobopening@gmail.com.

Part-time

Garage Sale

OFFICE: Johns Creek.

Hedington Square Sale! Saturday, June 30th, 8am-2pm. Rucker Road/Brisbane Drive, Alpharetta

Good attitude and enjoyment in variety in daily routine a plus.

Printing, production and assembly of fulfillment documents for mailing and mailroom duties, attention to detail, computer skills. Will train the right person. 15-20 hours/week. Resume: jobjohncreek@yahoo. com SECURITY GUARD (30 hours/week) Alpharetta/Norcross; working switch board and making rounds throughout the building.

Must have computer experience, clean background, drug screen. HS diploma, valid Drivers License; 3-day state training required. Send resume to bclark@ thorpeenterprises.com or call 770-988-9922 x204

Sales Garage Sale JOHNS CREEK: St. Regis Subdivision 480 St. Regis Drive, 30022.

Saturday 6/23, 8am-2pm.

Clothes, household, furniture, electronics

Yard Sale June 22-24! 10705 MORTON CHASE WAY 30022!!

OUTSTANDING ARRAY! GREAT CONDITION! Sat 23rd 6225 Pristine Dr Cumming Vickery Lake 8am

Animals Free to Good Home KITTENS Born April 2018. 404274-2800

Pets for Sale GOLDEN DOODLE MINI PUPPIES DOB 5/1/18. Parents on site. $200 nonrefundable deposit. $2000 each. 770569-5508

Bargains Furniture WINGBACK CHAIRS-2: wooden frame, need to be recovered $50/both.

770-640-6250

Furniture

Medical Equipment

Recreation

Real Estate

FREE-Sofa bed, queen size, good mattress.

Royal blue. You haul.

812-243-1575

E L E C T R I C MOTORIZED LIFT CHAIR: Gently used, black leather. $495.

216-789-4422

12ft Gheenoe, good condition, great for fishing, $500 OBO, 404-374-9063

Office Space for Rent

CHERRY HUNT TABLE with mirror, $700. 404889-3233 TEAK DINING-ROOM SUITE: Danish modern, 6-table setting, 80” wide hutch, 32” wide bar on rollers $5000. 404-750-3329.

MAPLE DINING ROOM HUTCH, $200. 770753-4367 BEDROOM SUITE: Exquisite ash contemporary modern.

Tallboy dresser, mirrored dresser (60” wide), headboard with side drawers, double bed $5000. 404-7503329 DINING TABLE: Solid cherry 48” round. Leaf, pad, 4 upholstered chairs $650. 770-380-6646 HAMMOCK STAND, 15’, good condition. $50. 770-640-6250 DINING ROOM TABLE, glass top, cherry inlay, 6 covered roll-back chairs $800. 404-889-3233 BARSTOOLS (3) 30” cherry $300. 404-8893233 VANITY DESK: Dark oak, mirror, 3 drawers, new $80. 678-663-5953 OPEN HUTCH, solid cherry/brass. $400.

770-753-4367 M A P L E E N T E R TA I N M E N T CENTER, $100. 770753-4367 BEIGE LEATHER CHAIR with footstool, good condition $100.

770-640-6250 SLEIGH BED, cherry/ mahogany queen, Downsizing. Excellent condition! Pictures on request. $575. 404788-4676

Miscellaneous GPS: GARMIN Nuvi 67LM, 6” with optional friction mount. $75, cost $150. Call 678-3930521 YAMAHA 4-WHEELER 404-889-3233

kids’ $100.

TOOLS; Snap-On & Mack tool impact sockets.

Several metric and American wrenches. large truck sockets for 2-ton truck up to a semi. Bottom box, middle 3-door box, top box and side box. $2500 cash. 678-6484491, 404-213-2857 FRIGIDAIRE FREEZER $125. 404-889-3233 STROLLERS $40. 404889-3233 DUNE RACER (kids) $100. 404-889-3233 POLARIS Kids’ 4-Wheeler $100. 404889-3233

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

Sacrifice $1650 obo.

678-445-3654

Recreation FREESTANDING BIKE RACK, $35. 770-8559772 AUTO BIKE RACK for 3 bikes, $20. 770-8559772 SKIS, BOOTS, POLES, womens’ and mens’ 7/1/2 and 9-1/2. $400.

404-889-3233

BIKES: 21 speed, Man’s, and woman’s, $140/both. 770-8559772 GHEENOE, 12’: good condition, great for fishing, $500 OBO, 404-374-9063 BOSE RADIO, good condition $75. 770-6406250

Cemetery ARLINGTON MEMORIAL PARK 2 plots, $2500 each.

770-354-5915 leave message Greenlawn/Roswell 2 lots. Crucifiction Section, 75-D, lots 3 & 4. $7500 each. 404379-0220 or wrightrita@att.net GREENLAWN ROSWELL Beautiful, soughtafter location next to lake with fountain.

Adjacent to marble/ stone bench. Shady, wooded hill above lake. Natural space for quiet meditation. For one casket or multiple urns.

Please visit “Virtual Tour” feature, Greenlawn Cemetery website; choose “THE LAKE Location”. Lot 2-B, Space 4. $5200.

Motivated! 828-8912446; gilld@earthlink. net ARLINGTON-SANDY SPRINGS 2 lots Pine Hill Section. $6000/both (1/3 current price!) 770-364-8208 Greenlawn/Roswell 2 lots, Garden of Prayers Section. $5000 each. 641-799-5529 or email beverlyL0602@ yahoo.com

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OFFICE SPACE FOR LEASE IN DOWNTOWN ALPHARETTA Office(s) for lease on North Main Street (Alpharetta Highway) near downtown Alpharetta. Great visibility and convenient location to downtown Alpharetta and Windward Pkwy.

Two adjacent spaces totaling approximately 1,000 square feet. $2,000 a month for both spaces or $1500 a month for the larger space and $1200 a month for the smaller space. Ready to move In mid May or June 1. Turn key ready to go! Easy, Even some furniture included. Low cost of entry. If you are looking for a great location and tired of working out of your home, this space is for you. Everything included, cleaning, trash pick up, utilities. Private entrance is available and Use of building conference room. Great space for professional services, or any local company needing convenient, affordable, space. Call Christina at 770-527-8178. This will go fast. Available in late May or June.

Waterfront LAKE BURTON GA TIMESHARE 4 weeks/year. Sleeps 15. Includes covered boat slip. $17,500. 678793-8130

Transportation 1998 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Engine: 350 Vortec, Low miles (56,148) 4X4 8 Cylinders, driven occasionally. $2.250! More info: 7709172093

Business Services Legal Notice NOTICE TO DEBTORS AND CREDITORS All creditors of the estate of Eddie Francis Sims, late of Fulton County, deceased, are hereby notified to render in their demands to the undersigned according to law, and all persons indebted to said estate are required to make immediate payment.

This 11th day June, 2018 Linda F. Cutler (Executor) 925 Brookfield Parkway Roswell, GA 30075 770-552-7794 HOFFER & WEBB, LLC: mhoffer@ hofferwebb.com. Main # 404-260-6330. Direct # 404-260-6191 www.hofferwebb.com, Chamblee

Instruction Classes MATHEMATICS: Many students advanced to Ivy league. 20 years advanced experience, especially SAT. KAIST Mathematics B.S. Purdue Mathematics M.S. Your home $35/ hour.

404-933-7094. pauljkim1@yahoo.com

Personal Services Eldercare 14 years of reliable and affordable senior & pet care services. Sarah & her team of CNA’s: 678431-6233. We love animals!

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