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Johns Creek Arts Festival full of color The Johns Creek Arts Festival draws visitors from all over and of all ages. Lots of color, music and around every corner – something you’ve never seen before. Face painting achieved a new high at the Arts Festival for this Johns Creek lass. Read more, Pages 30 – 31.

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SANDY SPRINGS, Ga. — Police have identified a 49-year-old woman who was killed during the morning commute Oct. 19 when a tire flew off of a truck and crashed through her windshield. A truck traveling northbound on Ga. 400 near Pitts Road lost a wheel and tire. According to Sandy Springs police, the

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Pedestrian killed walking Ga. 400 ALPHARETTA, Ga. — A pedestrian walking along Ga. 400 near Haynes Bridge Road Oct. 21 was killed after he was struck by at least one car, police said. Tyler Keith Piper, of Covington, was traveling along the northbound lanes around midnight after leaving the Florida-Georgia Line concert at Verizon Wireless Amphitheater when he was fatally struck by a car. Alpharetta police said that they believe a second car then hit him but left the scene before help could arrive. Piper was 23. Anyone with information on the incident is urged to contact Lt. J. Simpson at 678-297-6330 or at jsimpson@alpharetta.ga.us.

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Marchetti withdraws from mayoral race Bodker all but assured of 4th term as mayor By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appenmediagroup.com JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – The Oct. 17 Johns Creek City Council debates were about to begin when mayoral candidate Alex Marchetti came to the stage to announce he was withdrawing from the race for “personal MARCHETTI and professional reasons.” He said those reasons would not allow him to perform the duties of mayor had he been elected. That leaves incumbent Mayor Mike Bodker as the only viable candidate on the Nov. 7 ballot, and barBODKER ring some dark-horse write-in candidate, is the presumptive winner for a fourth – and Bodker says last -- term. The mayor said he did not know this was coming. “I was as surprised as anybody. I

Alex Marchetti resignation statement It is with my deepest regret that I am announcing my withdrawal as a candidate for mayor of Johns Creek, Ga. Unexpected personal and professional issues have arisen which will not allow me to competently perform the duties of the office. I wish to sincerely thank everyone who has supported my campaign and extend my support to Mr. Bodker as he works to unite the city and foster the Residents First platform I promoted throughout my campaign. – Alex Marchetti Oct. 17, 2017 wish the best for Alex and his family. I don’t know the reasons for his withdrawal. But we all hope whatever his reasons, it’s not bad,” Bodker said later. “Obviously I’m excited to win the race. Now I have the opportunity to look forward to the next four years – my last four years,” he said. “At the end of it all, I will have been humbled to serve as mayor for 15 years.” Now the mayor said he can look forward to implementing four major initiatives as the centerpiece for his last term: 1. First and foremost on his agenda is partnering with city residents to design and implement the TSPLOST transportation projects. 2. Continue with the design and implementation of the city’s parks plan. That includes refreshment of

the older parks, he said. 3. Continue the partnership to implement the updated comprehensive plan. 4. Sharpen and focus on the design and build of the new City Hall complex which will include the 20 acre linear park in Technology Park. “We are going to take our time to design [City Hall] right the first time. We hope that the City Hall will be part of the spark, along with the 20-acre park, for what will be an appropriately scaled city center for our downtown,” Bodker said. After his fourth term as mayor, Bodker said he will not seek another political office. “I think 15 years will be enough to give to my community,” he said.

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Social media and politics: Is public trust in Internet makes it possible to reach mass audience, but can we trust the messenger? By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appenmediagroup.com NORTH FULTON, Ga. – With the ease of communication that social media and the internet have brought, we face an increasing need for vigilance when browsing websites for information. Just as the naJENSEN tional media is plagued with fake news on the internet, users should take care to know the websites and bloggers who operate sites aimed at smaller communities. Citizen journalists and grassroots organizations can be of enorBODKER mous benefit to the communities. The internet and social media give communities the ability to contact large (or small) groups of people easily and cheaply. But certain caveats come with the ease of mass communication. It is as easy to pass on disinformation as information, and to do it anonymously. Social media is a growing phenomenon in local politics that has given more people a platform on which they can add their voice in decision-making. Cities such as Johns Creek have gone to great lengths to give residents the opportunity for input. In addition to conducting public neighborhood meetings the city streams online meetings of the City Council, Planning Commission and many other ad hoc meetings – all in the name of transparency. Yet, there are citizens who insist they do not get all the information. Who fills the gap? This is a gap traditionally filled by local news affiliates and now another group – citizen journalists, who usually toil alone and take pains to ensure local governments don’t sweep unpleasant items under the carpet. But who holds citizen journalists accountable? Professional journalism ethics dictate a code of conduct regarding unnamed sources and verifying facts. Editors hold reporters accountable for what they

Sourcing The Society of Professional Journalists, the news industry’s most widely recognized fraternal organization, addresses the issue of citing sources for information in this way: • Identify sources clearly – The public is entitled to as much information as possible to judge the reliability and motivation of sources. • Granting anonymity – Consider sources’ motives before promising anonymity. Reserve anonymity for sources who may face danger, retribution or other harm and who possess information that cannot be obtained elsewhere. Explain why anonymity was granted. a different perspective especially on important issues that affect how the city will look and feel in the future.” JOHNSCREEKPOST.COM

Johns Creek resident Jennifer Jensen began The Johns Creek Post whose website’s mission statement states they “cover the issues concerning the residents of Johns Creek in order to protect and improve the quality of life in our wonderful community.” write. When warranted, they make retractions, corrections or clarifications. There are also special interest groups who take up the mantle of representing the public’s desires. They band together for or against policies or projects local governments are instituting or considering. Yet these special interest groups may or may not be all they purport. The leaders may speak for dozens or hundreds of supporters, but it is difficult to pin down how many they represent when they don’t have scheduled meetings or membership rolls. In Johns Creek, residents have alternatives to the city’s website for information. One is the Johns Creek Herald, a newspaper launched by Appen Media Group in 1997. Another is a more recent phenomenon, The Johns Creek Post, a blog begun by resident Jennifer Jensen. In it, she editorializes against policies and actions taken by the city, and she posts responses to her blogs, many from anonymous authors, who share her beliefs. Filling a community need Jensen says she is filling a vital role, looking deeper into issues no one else is probing. We requested an interview with Jen-

sen who agreed only if she were emailed the questions. We asked her what is the role of the Johns Creek Post in the community? “Johns Creek does not have a dedicated source of news to inform the residents of the important information,” Jensen replied. “Over the years we have noticed that the [Johns Creek] Herald omits or does not fairly represent local issues and events that we have seen occur at City Council meetings. We feel it is important to provide another perspective for the residents.” Jensen said she considers the Johns Creek Post to be “the sole source of information” regarding the city. “JCP is the only site that posts videos, contracts, zoning cases etc. Most other news outlets repeat the press releases of the city verbatim,” Jensen said. “The City of Johns Creek has four full-time staff [ers] dedicated to informing the residents of what they want and how they want the residents to perceive things,” Jensen said. “As long-term invested homeowners, it is our duty and privilege to inform residents of potential issues and goings-on that would impact our quality of life and home values,” she said. “We provide

Mayor defends city’s openness Johns Creek Mayor Mike Bodker, the frequent subject of the Post’s attacks, said the city does an “excellent job” of keeping citizens informed. “But when we see things that are just not true posted on the Johns Creek Post we send [Jensen] the real facts but she refuses to acknowledge them,” Bodker said. Jensen defends the job her blog does. She said she took on the job because no news source, particularly the Johns Creek Herald, was doing the job. “Over the years we have noticed that the JC Herald omits or does not fairly represent local issues and events that we have seen occur at City Council meetings. We feel it is important to provide another perspective for the residents,” Jensen wrote. Critics question the integrity of the Johns Creek Post because it does not post submissions of contrary views or those defending people who have been attacked. Anonymous messages critical of the city or that have what appear to be phony names (Michaela Badker, for example) are common. Jensen was asked if she knows the real identities of the people who make these comments and what journalistic standards she uses in allowing them. According to Jensen, the Post, like many websites, allows anonymous responses to her posts. “We allow anonymous comments, as do most websites on the net. I don’t recall a commenter on the JCP website

the system being undermined? with that name [Michaela Badker],” Jensen said. Jensen added, “The City of Johns Creek allows Michaela Badker (whoever that is) to comment on the city’s Facebook page. You should direct that question at the city staff.” “Ironically, those that have been complaining the most in the public arena have used aliases to post attacks not only against the [Johns Creek Post} but other council members as well on the Johns Creek Post. We find the hypocrisy rather disturbing and unprofessional, especially from an elected official,” Jensen said in response. But Mayor Bodker calls this subterfuge. The posts have attacked him personally as well as his family. Asked why he hasn’t sued for libel, Bodker said it is something he has considered. (Jensen says she too is considering “several lawsuits” concerning damage to her reputation.) “But to launch a lawsuit in the middle of a campaign would draw attention away from the issues,” Bodker said. “And it would play into the narrative that I was a bully. But I don’t think protecting one’s good name is bullying.” Asked for specifics, Bodker said there have been a number of posts that said he was involved in corruption – charges he says that are patently false. He has been accused of taking payoffs and making payoffs, he said. “Neither of which could possibly be true,” Bodker said. “Further, the Johns Creek Post purports itself to be a news source as opposed to honestly portraying itself as a biased blog.” Offering opposing viewpoints Bodker accuses The Johns Creek Post of publishing only those posts that “support the narrative Jensen wishes to convey.” A common complaint is one voiced by businessman Wayne Carrel. “A friend was telling me about a post that just was not true,” Carrel said. “He tried to rebut it, but it never got on. Then another friend told me the same thing. It’s like only certain people get to comment.” Bodker echoed that account. He said he’s been told of several cases where comments were edited to change their meaning to further the Post’s narrative. Jensen denied that in her response. “First, you are assuming the JCP takes down people’s rebuttals. We do not,” she said. “We would also like to point out that the Johns Creek Herald is under no obligation to post Letters to the Editor. It is safe to say, that both the Johns Creek

Community activists, organizations shape the future of Milton By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmediagroup.com This article is part of the Black Box series Journalism Under Attack: Georgia. In this series, we analyze the state of trends of news in Georgia, its role in our communities and why we should care about a free and independent press. This week, we also took a look at how organizations led by community activists in Milton are involved in shaping their community and influencing public opinion. In Milton, two political camps are vying for the hearts and minds of residents this election season. Both advocate against runaway development, but they split over growth strategies, and each has its own message. Debate between the two factions has increased to the point where each has filed ethics complaints. Those cases are still pending. Both factions have proven they can summon large crowds of like-minded residents to sign petitions or speak out on issues before the City Council. The wedge issue is the city’s proposed Conservation Subdivision Ordinance, which would allow smaller residential lots in certain cases where adjoining land is set aside for green space. In general, conservation subdivisions allow developers to congregate housing into one or several areas of a site and commit the other acreage to green space. The density of the housing allowed on the site can vary, but the overall development would still conform to agricultural zoning limits. Milton resident Francia Lindon has been involved in landuse issues since the city’s early days. She favors conservation subdivisions as a means of preserving large swaths of green space. A co-founder of Milton Grows Green which launched in 2008, her organization has since more or less merged with another group, Preserve Rural Milton. As a purveyor of information, she says, Preserve Rural

Post and Johns Creek Herald do not post libelous and defamatory content.” Some have accused the Johns Creek Post of cyber bullying as a way to stem critical posts on her site. “That is why we allow anonymous comments,” Jensen said. “It is the residents who are afraid of retaliation from the city for speaking out.” Irene Sanders is one who does speak out. Sanders is the former Thornhill HOA president and a current member of the Citizens Advisory Committee for the update on the city’s comprehensive plan. She says she has been “almost relentlessly attacked” in Jensen’s blog for supporting the redevelopment plan for Dean Gardens on Old Alabama Road. “One of her fake posters harassed me on my Facebook page. I turned it over to the police,” Sanders said. “If they were real people I could sue for libel.” Musical chairs at City Hall Sanders said the harassment has not stopped.

Milton has cited its sources for information disseminated on their web pages. The websites, now fairly inactive, have used sources, such as articles gathered from the Land Trust Alliance, different environmental groups or newspaper accounts of land preservation initiatives underway in other cities. But, Lindon said, sometimes the posts on the site grew so nasty, some were removed. She also said she does not endorse anonymous posts. “Anonymous ‘flame throwers’ have zero credibility,” she said. “The public has no way of knowing whether the comment comes from someone with an axe to grind or a vested interest. Anonymity is neither transparent nor courageous.” On the opposing side of the issue, the Milton Coalition stands firmly against the ordinance in its current form. Tim Becker, who identifies as Milton Coalition’s sole member, blogs regularly and has generated a sizeable following. He opines that the Conservation Subdivision Ordinance would provide for cluster housing, provide a foothold for high-density housing and accelerate development of marginal land. He says he backs up his blogs by providing video from City Council meetings and excerpts from meeting minutes. He said he sometimes performs his own research, collecting data on traffic analysis, for example. “I have attended nearly every City Council meeting over the last two years and many dozens of other government meetings, so I am conversant in the issues facing our city,” he said. He said his blog includes contact information for readers to respond, though the responses are not posted. “I often hear from supporters, but do not recall anyone contacting me that had an opposing view,” he said. “I read every email sent to me and often respond.” Becker said he takes accuracy seriously. “I rely mostly on primary source materials for my blog posts,” he said. “My readers tell me that my posts are well-reasoned and well-written. My readers know that I have invested a lot of time and effort in understanding the issues and developing an informed perspective on those issues.”

At the Sept. 23 City Council meeting, both Sanders and Jensen got up during public comment. Sanders complained about a community blog (she later confirmed she meant the Johns Creek Post) that was “grossly misleading” about actions taken by the Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC) for the Comprehensive Plan. Jensen accused the CAC of “blowing through” zoning plans without giving the public proper consideration. “We have met 15 times over the last year,” Sanders said. “And we have more work to do.” Jensen spoke at public comment also, accusing an unnamed council member of “invading her site.” She promised legal action against the unnamed council member. Then she sat down directly behind Sanders. Sanders moved, and Jensen moved again to sit directly behind her. Sanders moved a third time and Jensen did the same. Sanders said later she felt threatened and asked a John Creek Police

officer to escort her to her car. Sanders said Jensen is “tricky.” She says her cyber abuse happened because of the Dean Gardens rezoning. The law behind that rezoning was clear, she said, and the property owner (entertainment mogul Tyler Perry) had every right to develop it. “[Jensen] insinuated I was on the take for supporting the rezoning. She continues to blame me,” Sanders said. Like it or not, bloggers and internet newsletters will continue to play a part in local politics. For some, it may be the only opportunity they have to see their concerns addressed. But, the responsibility for accuracy and fairness lies just as much with the readers as it does with the online publishers. Jenifer Jensen agreed to be interviewed in question & answer form for this article. In turn she requested we answer her questions. To see the Post and Herald’s responses go to NorthFulton. com/blackbox.

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The North Georgia Suicide Prevention Awareness 5K Walk/Run is an event created to advocate, educate and bring awareness to the crisis of suicide, as well as to offer support to the survivors that are left behind. Registration costs $25 for adults, $15 for students, and includes a t-shirt. The 5K begins 9 a.m. at West Forsyth High School, 4155 Drew Road, Cumming and ends with a dove release ceremony. For more information and registration, visit span-ga.org or call 404-660-0907. Looking to get the word out about your event? Submit it to our online calendar at NorthFulton.com/Calendar.

NATIONAL DRUG TAKE-BACK DAY: The Drug Take-Back Day event aims to provide a safe, convenient and responsible means of disposing of prescription drugs, while also educating the general public about the potential for abuse of medications.

JOHNS CREEK

When: Saturday, Oct. 28, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Where: Target parking lot, 5950 State Bridge Road, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekga.gov or 678-474-1607

MILTON

When: Saturday, Oct. 28, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Where: Target, 13055 Highway 9, Milton More info: cityofmiltonga.us or 678-242-2570

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When: Saturday, Oct. 28, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Where: Roswell Recycling Center, 11570 Maxwell Road, Alpharetta More info: roswellgov.com or 770-640-4422

EVENTS: FREE FITNESS IN THE PARK: YOGA

What: Join for a free group exercise class with the Fitness in the Park series. All classes are free, weather-permitting, and are open to the public. See the City of Roswell’s Facebook page for cancellations. When: Saturday, Oct. 28, 9-10 a.m. Where: Town Square, 610 Atlanta St., Roswell More info: roswellgov.com

FALL FAMILY FESTIVAL

What: The free “Fall Family Festival” at Newtown Park features music, games and carnival activities, arts & crafts, food, and fun for the entire family. When: Saturday, Oct. 28, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Where: Newtown Park, 3150 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekga.gov

OPEN HEARTH COOKING

What: Living history interpreter and open hearth cooking expert, Clarissa Clifton, will demonstrate making traditional Southern food in the Cook House using trade recipes and traditional methods. When: Saturday, Oct. 28, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Where: Smith Plantation, 935 Alpharetta St., Roswell More info: roswellgov.com

THE BEAUTY OF HAND BLOWN GLASS

What: Watch and learn as expert glass blowers, Janke Studios, demonstrate the art of glass blowing in their mobile studio. Questions are encouraged. This free event is part of the Makers in the Afternoon series. When: Saturday, Oct. 28, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Where: Riverside Park, 575 Riverside Road, Roswell More info: roswellgov.com

SPOOKTACULAR NIGHT

What: Join for a family-friendly Spooky Tour of Historic Smith Plantation, with Smith family spirits both young and old. Wander around a candlelit house, trick-or-treat, hear ghost tales, roast marshmallows and more. When: Saturday, Oct. 28, 6-9 p.m. Where: Smith Plantation, 935 Alpharetta St., Roswell Cost: $5 More info and tickets: roswellgov.com or 770-641-3978

MUNCHKIN MASQUERADE

What: Children ages 5-10 are invited to a night of games, activities and pizza. Costumes are encouraged. When: Saturday, Oct. 28, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Where: Wills Park Recreation Center, 11925 Wills Road, Alpharetta Cost: $5 for residents, $7.50 for nonresidents More info: alpharetta.ga.us or 678-2976130

What: Celebrate fall while helping a good cause at PRISM’s annual fundraiser and festival. There will be prizes, games, truck or treating, a petting zoo and more. All proceeds go directly into helping adults with developmental disabilities. When: Sunday, Oct. 29, noon-5 p.m. Where: PRISM, 2500 Old Alabama Road, Roswell More info: prismga.org

GARDENING WITH BULBS

What: November and December are the best times to plant daffodils in Georgia. Learn how to prepare beds, the importance of drainage, planting and maintenance. When: Wednesday, Nov. 1, 7-8:30 p.m. Where: Alpharetta Engineering/Public Works Department, 1790 Hembree Road, Alpharetta More info: nfmg.net

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SCHOOLSCULPTURES WITH KEVIN REESE

What: Students of Vickery Mill Elementary School worked under the guidance of SchoolSculptures founder, Kevin Reese, in creating a one-of-akind mobile for their school in this exhibit. When: Through Oct. 31, times vary Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell More info: roswellgov.com

“MORNINGSIDE”

What: This shrewd new comedy takes place during a sunny spring afternoon in the Morningside neighborhood of Atlanta, where different generations are thrown together to battle it out. Imagine: a baby shower, nine women with secrets, and a case of champagne. When: Through Nov. 12, times vary Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center 950 Forrest St., Roswell Cost: Tickets start at $29 More info and tickets: get.com

“FIDDLER ON THE ROOF”

“MISS NELSON IS MISSING!”

What: Miss Nelson’s class is the worst-behaved in the whole school. But the students of Room 207 are in for a surprise when Miss Nelson turns up missing and is replaced by Viola Swamp, a scary substitute teacher. When: Saturday, Oct. 28, 11 a.m. Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell Cost: $10 More info and tickets: get.org

JOHNS CREEK SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

What: Hear Maestro and Friends: A Musical Conversation featuring JCSO String Quartet, J. Wayne Baughman and John Lemley with special guest and radio personality, John Lemley. When: Sunday, Oct. 29, 3 p.m. Where: Johns Creek United Methodist Church, 11180 Medlock Bridge Road, Johns Creek Cost: $35 More info and tickets: johnscreeksymphony.org

THE DREAM KEEPERS CONCERT

What: The Johns Creek Chorale 2017 season kicks off with a concert dedicated to the dreamers and their dreams. Come hear the struggle and triumph through the works of Copland, Forrest, Bernstein and Whitacre. When: Sunday, Oct. 29, 3 p.m. Where: Northminster Presbyterian Church, 2400 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek More info: thejohnscreekchorale.com

What: “Fiddler on the Roof” is a musical set in Imperial Russia in 1905, following Tevye and his attempt to maintain his Jewish religious and cultural traditions as outside influences encroach upon the family’s lives. When: Through Nov. 5, times vary Where: Cumming Playhouse, 101 School St., Cumming Cost: Tickets start at $27.50 More info and tickets: playhousecumming.com

LIBRARY EVENTS: PAINT LIKE O’KEEFFE AND VAN GOGH What: Art instructor Barbara Freiberg will give two workshops on how to paint like two of the most celebrated artists while learning about their lives and works. Supplies will be provided When: Friday, Oct. 27

AUTHOR VISIT: NANDITA GODBOLE

What: Meet author Nandita Godbole as she reads from and answers questions about her latest book “Not for You.” Refreshments will be available along with books for purchase. When: Saturday, Oct. 28, 2:30-4 p.m. Where: East Roswell Library, 2301 Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell More info: afpls.org

POTIONS AND SLIME

What: Join Discover Science Center for a gross STEAM activity for ages 7-12. The event is free, but registration is recommended. When: Saturday, Oct. 28, 1-2 p.m. Where: Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org

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City of Johns Creek Board of Zoning Appeals, Public Hearing: Tuesday, November 21, 2017, at 7:00 P.M. City of Johns Creek Municipal Court 11445 Johns Creek Pkwy Johns Creek, Georgia 30097 The following Variance proposals located within the City of Johns Creek are scheduled for Public Hearing at the location stated above: Case Number: Petitioner: Present Zoning: Property Location: Variance Request:

V-17-013 Ryan Duncan TR (Townhouse Residential) 190 Pinion Lane Stream buffer encroachment for the construction of a new pool and pool decking to an existing single family home

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ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Alpharetta High School sophomore Olivia Colburn received national recognition this summer at the National Academy of Future Scientists and Technologists. The Science Advisory Board of The National Academy of Future Scientists and Technologists conferred the National Academy of Future Scientists and Technologists Award of Excellence to Colburn for her outstanding academic performance, leadership potential and dedication to serving humanity through science, technology, engineering or math. In June, Colburn represented Alpharetta High School and COLBURN Georgia at the Congress of Future Science and Technology Leaders in Boston, Massachusetts. Colburn was surrounded by many fellow high school students who share her passion, ability and potential. She was personally taught by some of the greatest living minds in science and technology – winners of the world’s most prestigious international prizes including Nobel Prize winners.

CITY OF JOHNS CREEK PUBLIC ARTS BOARD, PUBLIC HEARING: TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2017 AT 7:00 PM. CITY OF JOHNS CREEK CITY HALL 10700 ABBOTTS BRIDGE ROAD, SUITE 190 CITY OF JOHNS CREEK MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL, PUBLIC HEARING: MONDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 2017 AT 7:00 PM. CITY OF JOHNS CREEK MUNICIPAL COURT 11445 JOHNS CREEK PARKWAY JOHNS CREEK, GEORGIA 30097

CITY OF JOHNS CREEK ITB NUMBER #17-321 Light Duty Rescue / Special Operations Unit The City of Johns Creek is soliciting invitations to bid (ITB) from qualified firms for a custom built light duty rescue/special operations unit vehicle. ITB responses will be received no later than November 17, 2017 at 2:00PM. Quotes, bids, and ITB’s are managed using the Georgia Purchasing Group by BidNet the online bidding/vendor registration system, on the City website www.johnscreekga.gov. To access bid documents, vendors must complete the one-time, no cost registration with BidNet by following the registration links from the City website purchasing page. A Pre-Bid Conference will be held on November 1, 2017 at 10:00AM at the City Hall location Conference Room #1. Additional information may be obtained by contacting the Purchasing Office at (678) 512-3233. All offerors must comply with all general and special requirements of the ITB information and instructions enclosed herein. The City of Johns Creek reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive technicalities and informalities, and to make award in the best interest of the City of Johns Creek. Warren Hutmacher City Manager

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North Fulton Community Charities (NFCC), located in Roswell, GA has an immediate FULL TIME position available in our Education Center. The bilingual administrative support position will be in daily contact with new and established customers, clients, and students. Candidates should have a history of excellent customer care and administrative support skills. Bilingual in Spanish. NFCC is an equal opportunity employer. We e-verify. Please send your resume including experience, qualifications, and references to info@ nfcchelp.org . PIZZA/LINE COOKS/ SERVERS FT-PT. Experience necessary. Bring resume: 12635 Crabapple Road, Milton 30004. 585-755-5575

Part-time FRONT DESK Doctors office. Computer experience. Pleasant team player. Positive attitude. Alpharetta/ Roswell. Resume: medoffice123@gmail.com

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North Fulton Community Charities, located in Roswell Georgia is seeking a part time receptionist / administrative assistant. Qualified candidates must be bi-lingual Spanish, have excellent customer service skills, and have computer experience working with MS Word and Excel. The hours are 9:00am-2:00pm, Monday – Friday. Send resume to Info@nfcchelp.org .

Personal Services Eldercare 15 years reliable, affordable home-care services. We love animals & can provide hands-on assistance with activities of daily living for your parent or relative. Hourly, daily, weekly. For quality care, call Sarah & her staff of CNA’s, 678-431-6233 YOUR HOME: Nights or days. 8-12 hours. $14/ hour.Verifiable references. 20+ years experience. Transportation. Nonsmoker/Englishspeaking. No pets. 4 7 0 - 7 7 9 - 4 7 2 3 / 470-545-1910

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