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Deerfield apartments denied by city again 256 units did not meet city requirements

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Cindy Eade, environmental sustainability coordinator for the city of Milton, shows off trash collected in Milton’s waterways.

Milton clears up waterways

Garbage piles up in city

By JONATHAN COPSEY jonathan@northfulton.com MILTON, Ga. – More than 60 people turned out on a soggy Saturday morning, Oct. 19, to help

clean Milton’s waterways as part of the annual Rivers Alive cleanup.

Students from Alpharetta High School and Northwestern Middle School turned out in large numbers to the Bailey Farms and Gardens on Hickory Flat Road. One student group in

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MILTON, Ga. – The mayor and Milton City Council once again denied Crescent Communities’ request to build 256 apartment units in the Deerfield Parkway area in a unanimous vote at their Oct. 21 meeting.

Crescent originally presented a proposal in October 2012 for apartments to go on Deerfield Parkway, just south of City Hall. When the City Council denied the proposal, Crescent appealed the decision. The appeal was heard

by Fulton County Superior Court and on May 20, the court ordered the case be reheard by Milton under the new Deerfield Ga. 9 Form Based Code.

Crescent revised their development under the code and requested a use permit to build 256 units. The city said the revised development failed to meet all the requirements laid out by the Deerfield Ga. 9 Form Based Code for land use. Crescent requested variances for the unmet requirements.

The code allows for apartments to be built with the requirement that the entire first story is used for nonresidential functions, or 50 percent of the total floor area be dedicated to office, retail or lodging functions. Crescent requested a variance to per-

I was really hoping that you would give me something mixed to grab a hold of and help push [this development] through.”

BURT HEWITT Milton Councilmember

mit them to use 100 percent of the development for apartments.

Crescent also requested the section stating “a minimum of 300 cubic feet of separate contiguous storage space shall be provided for each dwelling” be deleted, saying 300 cubic feet of space was excessive.

Jay Curran, vice president of Crescent Communities, said Crescent is still focused on providing housing for young professionals as well as empty nesters and expanding the diversity of Milton residents.

“I believe that we are providing the one missing piece in the area. That it actually does achieve the principles of the regional activities center, and it’s the only opportunity to make a truly walkable and bike-able area within this

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Alpharetta man pleads guilty to sexual abuse of child Sentenced to 45 years prison in Alabama

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ETOWAH COUNTY, Ala. – Cecil Lamar Benefield, 54, of Alpharetta, pleaded guilty on charges of sodomy in the first degree and sexual abuse of a child less than 12 years of age, in an Alabama court, Oct. 23. He was sentenced to imprisonment for 25 years and 20 years, respectively.

Benefield was charged with the crimes after a relative disclosed that he had molested her repeatedly, beginning when she was as young as 5 years old and continuing until she was 12. Benefield told the girl that if she reported the abuse, her father

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Drunk driver had child in car ALPHARETTA, Ga. – A man was arrested Oct. 12 for allegedly driving while intoxicated with a child in the car. Police said Thomas Gary Amerson Jr., 33, of Keith Bridge Road, Cumming, was driving on Westside Parkway about 9:41

would kill him. Then her father would spend the rest of his life in prison and she would never be able to see him again.

An investigation located a number of other victims who had been abused by Benefield, dating back to 1987. Law BENEFIELD enforcement agencies in other jurisdictions were notified, and Benefield now faces charges in at least one other Alabama county for similar incidents involving another child under age 12.

“This child, by coming forward, started the process that led to these convic-

tions,” said Deputy District Attorney Carol Griffith, who is assigned to prosecute cases involving crimes against children in Etowah County.

“In doing so, she has prevented [Benefield] from victimizing another child. She showed real courage by coming to court to face her abuser.”

Griffith said that most people don’t get the opportunity to see that type of bravery and strength in a child, and that she is continually amazed by the children she deals with in her job.

In Alabama, the law does not allow for early release or parole for anyone convicted of a sexual offense involving a child under the age of 12.

to maintain lane, no license and leaving the scene of an accident. ►► Eddie Williams Jr., 53, of Birch Rill Drive, Alpharetta, was arrested Oct. 12 on Mansell Road in Alpharetta for DUI and failure to maintain lane. ►► Paul Edward Brummer, 62, of Woodstock was arrested Oct. 12 on Mansell Road in Alpharetta for DUI and improper stopping. ►► Ryan Klabunde, 44, of Wood Branch Drive, Milton, was arrested Sept. 20 on Windward Parkway in Alpharetta for DUI and expired tag. ►► Michael Wood Rubio, 27,

of Duluth was arrested Oct. 13 on Steeplechase Drive in Roswell for DUI, reckless driving and expired tag. ►► Alisha Denise Golden, 31, of Atlanta was arrested Oct. 11 on Holcomb Bridge Road in Roswell for DUI. ►► Kelsey Leigh Zivic, 25, of Hemingway Lane, Roswell, was arrested Oct. 12 on Dogwood Road in Roswell for DUI, failure to maintain lane and obstruction of an officer. ►► Corey Reynolds, 32, of Roswell Creek Lane, Roswell, was arrested Oct. 12 on Roswell Creek Lane in Roswell for DUI. ►► Andrew Isaac Schmidth, 33, of Collingswood Lane,

Alpharetta, was arrested Sept.

27 on Kimball Bridge Road in Johns Creek for DUI. ►► Skyler Jordan Smith, 25, of Buice Road, Johns Creek, was arrested Oct. 12 on Jones Bridge Road in Johns Creek for DUI. ►► Daniel Lee Von Lauer, 48, of Harvest Ridge Lane, Alpharetta, was arrested Oct. 12 on State Bridge Road in Johns Creek for DUI. ►► Abdul H. Hyath Mohammed, 38, of Duluth, was arrested Oct. 13 on Medlock Bridge Road in Johns Creek for DUI.

p.m. The officer reports seeing Amerson drive onto the shoulder twice, so he was pulled over.

With Amerson was the owner of the car as well as her 6-year-old daughter in the back seat. Amerson allegedly failed the sobriety tests and was arrested for DUI, endangering a child and failure to maintain lane.

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20 from a local grocery store.

Store employees said they saw the suspect selecting items throughout the Publix store on Haynes Bridge Road and put the items in her shopping cart. Employees lost sight of the woman and, when they found her again, her items were bagged in her cart and she left the store. She was followed to her car. However, because they could not be sure she stole the items, employees did not confront her. A check of surveillance footage and register receipts showed she did steal the items, which included $100 in magazines, eight boxes

of cereal and several fruits.

The car was registered to a Roswell address, however the residents would not say if they had been to the Publix.

Shoplifter stole groceries,magazines ALPHARETTA, Ga. – A Roswell woman is suspected of stealing more than $350 of

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Man steals iPhones using fake ID ALPHARETTA, Ga. – A 19-yearold Fairburn man allegedly tried to steal nine iPhones from the Apple Store at North Point Mall Oct. 16. A loss prevention worker at the store told police Charles L. Meadows, 19, of Fairburn, was in the

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Rockdale police catch suspect in entering autos NORTH FULTON, Ga. – A man wanted in connection with multiple entering autos throughout the metro area, including Alpharetta, was caught Oct. 21 in Rockdale County.

Eugene Coleman, of Norcross, was suspected of numerous cases of breaking into vehicles in Fulton and Cobb counties.

He allegedly targeted parks, schools and fitness facilities, seeking wallets and purses left in the vehicles. He

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Drug arrests ►► Dylanie Collins-Higgins, 22, of

Lithonia was arrested Oct. 8 on North Point Parkway in Alpharetta for possession of marijuana. ►► Tyler Wells Parker, 22, of Foe Creek Drive, Roswell, was arrested Oct. 14 on Upper Hembree Road in Roswell for possession of marijuana. ►► Samantha Marie Sullivan, 21, of Ashley Forest Drive, Alpharetta, was arrested Oct. 14 on Upper Hembree Road in Roswell for possession of marijuana. ►► Darius Edward Bass, 23, of Atlanta was arrested Oct. 11 on Holcomb Bridge Road in Roswell for possession

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of marijuana and speeding. ►► Quran Raazia Williams, 24, of Deer Trail, Milton, was arrested Oct. 12 on Deerfield Parkway in Milton for possession of marijuana. ►► Neekki Brandon Sarvghad, 20, of Silk Leaf Drive, Johns Creek, was arrested Oct. 11 on Silk Leaf Drive, Johns Creek, for possession of heroin. ►► Fernando Escobar, 19, of Camberbridge Drive, Johns Creek, was arrested Oct. 9 on Morton’s Crossing in Johns Creek for possession of marijuana. ►► Mario Ortega Solano, 20, of Morton Ferry Circle, Johns Creek, was arrested Oct. 9 on Morton’s Crossing in Johns Creek for possession of marijuana. ►► Sydney Dolores Pilson, 18, of Ashleaf Place, Johns Creek, was arrested Oct. 9 on Morton’s Crossing in Johns Creek for possession of marijuana.

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Bell Memorial Park design approved

By CAROLYN ASPENSON carolyn@northfulton.com MILTON, Ga.­­— Milton’s City Council approved the redesign plan for Bell Memorial Park at its Oct. 21 council meeting.

“We’re very excited to move forward,” Parks and Recreation Director Jim Cregge said.

The redesign of the park will include a two-story building for concessions, score keeping and public restrooms as well as a one-mile walking

path.

“The first half of the path will be asphalt and the second will be of considerably rougher terrain,” Cregge said.

Plans call for four dedicated baseball fields varying in size and two multi-purpose turf fields.

“One turf field will have a baseball field painted into it,” Cregge said.

Council also approved about $305,000 to convert the design into blueprints to begin

the bid process.

Cregge said it would take about six months to complete the blueprints and bidding process before City Council votes on the recommended bid.

“Once the bid is approved, we’ll begin the process,” he said.

The park is set to shut down for construction on Memorial Day 2014 and remain closed for about 12 months.

Because of the program size, Cregge said leagues would

likely have to play at different locations throughout neighboring communities but that details are still in the works.

“We are blessed to have neighboring communities willing to help us,” he said. Councilmember Matt Kunz said the park redesign is a muchneeded addition to Milton. “The Parks and Rec Department clearly took the needs of the community into consideration when designing this park,” he said.

Better Together hosts Jan Jones at City Hall Changes affecting residents discussed

By CAITLIN WAGENSEIL caitlin@northfulton.com MILTON, Ga. – State House Speaker Pro Tempore Jan Jones spoke to Milton residents at Milton’s City Hall on Thursday, Oct. 24.

Hosted by Milton’s Better Together volunteer organization, Rep. Jones discussed issues facing the state legislature, topics important to residents of Milton and upcoming projects of her own.

Jones, whose district covers Milton, Mountain Park and portions of Roswell and Alpharetta, said she wanted residents to know about recent changes that have been made that will likely affect them.

One of those changes is voting in the primary election, where judges said there was not enough time for military overseas personnel.

“The only way to make more time was to move things back. You will now be voting in the primary May 20,” Jones said.

There will then be a run-off in July and a general election

in November as usual.

The development of a new 25-acre Gwinnett Technical College campus at the intersection of Old Milton Parkway and Ga. 400 that should begin offering classes in January 2016 was also discussed.

“We’re the only major county in Georgia that doesn’t have a technical school branch,” Jones said. “We have an enormous concentration of students, young and adult, that want an alternative to a four-year degree. This will be the largest branch the technical college has ever built — this is a very good thing.”

And Jones said the population in Fulton County is too big, so instead of five districts, it will now be broken up into six districts with a new county commission seat.

There has never been a county commissioner for Northwest Fulton as far as we can tell, Jones said.

She informed residents of a bill that was introduced and passed last year regarding the millage rate that only pertains to Fulton County.

We have to prioritize and cut costs...Even if we sometimes have to cut things we don’t want to.”

JAN JONES State House Speaker Pro Tempore “Your millage rate for Fulton County cannot go up,” she said. “I froze the millage rate until the new county commission is elected because they were talking about raising it instead of cutting spending. In January of 2015, it will take a super majority of 5-2 to raise our taxes.”

As for transportation projects, Jones said the state was not generating enough funding for transportation improvements.

She added that the tolls on Ga. 400 will finally begin to come down, but that it will be a frustrating process. It will take about a month before the toll goes away and then six

months to dismantle the whole infrastructure, she said.

Jones also spoke of important projects of her own, including a library board bill and issues relating to foster care students.

Her ultimate goal is to have the state pay for students in the foster care system to take the GED test, because they probably don’t have the means to pay for it themselves.

And Jones said she would work on the state budget and make sure it’s balanced for next year.

“We have to prioritize and cut costs,” she said. “Even if we sometimes have to cut things we don’t want to.”

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Forsyth says ‘no thanks’ to Alpharetta annex deal

By ALDO NAHED and JONATHAN COPSEY aldo@forsythherald.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. – The city of Alpharetta has proposed annexing five-square miles of Forsyth County.

Forsyth County commissioners voted unanimously to nix that idea at their Oct. 22 work session.

Forsyth County Attorney Ken Jarrard said on Oct. 17, Alpharetta Mayor David Belle Isle proposed in a letter to annex the area of south Forsyth County along the Ga. 400

corridor.

In the proposal, the county would provide services to the area and the city would provide city services.

The letter indicates that the city of Alpharetta has an interest in coming together with the county to produce a win-win situation.

Georgia code addresses the issue of a city annexing across county boundaries, Jarrard said. The typical way is that 100 percent of property owners in the affected area can petition the city to annex. The city would then forward the peti-

tion to the county.

The county can then oppose or comply. “I don’t think that’s what’s being done here,� Jarrard said. “This is more of a ‘here’s what we’d like to do, and we would like to join forces and basically seek legislation by the General Assembly of the state of Georgia to change Alpharetta city boundaries.’�

Local legislators would also have to back the city’s request. “I think it would be something that would be a benefit to both communities,� said Belle Isle. “There are a lot of technol-

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A good example, he said, was Siemens, which has its corporate offices in Alpharetta, but its manufacturing footprint is in Forsyth County.

Forsyth County Commissioners said they were strongly opposed to Alpharetta annexing any portion of the county. “There would be an increase in taxes to our citizens,�

Commissioner Todd Levent said of the proposed annexation.

Whenever the city of Cumming annexes into Forsyth County, it uses the 100 percent method.

In addition, Commissioner Brian Tam said the county has invested a lot of money into the proposed Taubman mall planned for that area. “We’ve already put money on the ground,� Tam said. “The infrastructure is there.�

In exchange for the properties, Belle Isle said the city

would help pay $6.8 million for the Ga. 400 interchange with McGinnis Ferry Road.

The $44 million project needs a 25 percent local match that Alpharetta officials said they would provide for the annexation.

Currently, there are about 600 technology companies in the city of Alpharetta – as compared to 300 in the city of Atlanta.

Alpharetta bills itself as the “Technology City of the South,�

Belle Isle said.

The Alpharetta Technology Commission that was started last year, made up of several of its biggest companies, has looked at a more regional role.

There are about 300 technology companies that focus on manufacturing and industrial applications located within Forsyth County. “We’re looking at trying to help the region, more than just Alpharetta,� Belle Isle said. “It’s all one technology community that doesn’t neatly sit in a city’s borders. We’re looking to help the region flourish.�

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By CAROLYN ASPENSON carolyn@northfulton.com MILTON, Ga. — If you’ve got a problem, Community Outreach Officer Ara Baronian is your Milton Police Department go-to man.

“On a daily basis, I’m tasked with responding to citizen complaints and concerns, and assisting the uniform patrol and criminal investigation divisions with current issues,” Baronian said. When Baronian isn’t problem solving, you’ll find him around town at local businesses or schools, holding seminars in safety, crime prevention or whatever topic he’s asked to discuss. But that’s not all the community outreach officer does for the city.

Since starting with the department in 2010, he has worked to strengthen the relationship between the community and the department through various community relations programs.

Each year, Baronian hosts two Drug Enforcement Agency Drug Take-Back programs and one 10-week Citizens’ Police Academy. He’s also the lead for MPACT, the neighborhood watch program used by 27 communities in Milton.

“MPACT is a huge program that involves three to six months of time with each sub-

division,” he said. “I host three mandatory seminars for each community at City Council chambers.”

Baronian then assigns the neighborhood an officer but continues to stay involved with each community to a lesser degree.

He is a certified R.A.D. (rape, aggression and defense) systems instructor and runs about six programs yearly.

Jason Wright, the city’s communications manager, said Baronian is an asset to Milton’s outreach efforts because he’s a personable and professional face for the city’s topnotch police department.

“I’ve had the distinct pleasure of working with Officer Baronian a number of times, and I always come away impressed by how well he’s able to grab an audience, build their trust and explain the intricacies of police work to them in a simple, enjoyable way,” said Wright. “He’s the perfect officer to give our residents a view into their police department.”

Baronian also runs an internship program for law enforcement college students.

“I host interns who need to complete anywhere from 150 to 200 hours for college credit,” he said.

This year, he organized

Milton Police Officer Ara Baronian is the face of the police department. the department’s first K-9 golf tournament to raise funds to purchase a new K-9 officer and train his handler. With the help of the new K-9 handler, Officer Christopher Ward, the tournament raised about $30,000 for the program.

“We were really pleased with the success of the tournament and the way the community came together to help,” Baronian said.

He uses his knowledge and experience outside of his regular duties too, teaching in both Cambridge and Milton high schools’ law and justice

programs.

He volunteers for several committees including Crime Prevention of North Fulton County and the Milton Community Alliance for Mental Health. In his spare time, he continues his personal law enforcement education by attending about 100 hours of annual training.

Originally from the Canadian east coast, Baronian spent the last 20 years in the U.S. and Switzerland before moving to Georgia in 2009.

He graduated with a degree in business from Virginia Commonwealth University, spent some time in the pharmaceuticals field and then in sports training before entering law enforcement.

“I joined the Milton Police Department because of a lifelong interest in law enforcement and to help understand how to better protect and keep our children safe,” he said.

Milton resident Claudine Wilkins has participated in both the Citizens’ Police Academy and the R.A.D. self defense training. She said she’s happy to have a community outreach officer so dedicated to the city.

“Officer Baronian takes his job seriously,” she said.

“He truly wants to educate the community and keep Milton a safe place to live.”

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Church helps soup kitchen for pets MILTON, Ga. – Like pets? The Community of Christ Church along with Canine Assistants and Daffy’s Pet Soup Kitchen will have a community pet day Nov. 3 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the Francis Road church.

Daffy’s Pet Soup Kitchen is an all-volunteer, not-for-profit, 501(c)3 tax exempt organization dedicated to helping pets stay in their homes when their families fall on difficult times.

We supply pet food to people who are struggling financially and would otherwise have to give up their dogs or cats. By doing this, we keep pets out of shelters or abandoned in the streets, thereby decreasing the euthanasia rate of animal-control facilities, lowering the tax burden on citizens whose tax dollars fund county-run animal control facilities and giving other shelter animals a longer period of time in which to find their forever homes.

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Rescue (dogs and cats) and Life’s Little Paws Cocker Spaniel Rescue, will be on site with information regarding their animals.

The community is invited to bring pet supplies for Daffy’s Pet Soup Kitchen. The event is at Community of Christ Church, 3315 Francis Road in Alpharetta.

For more information, visit daffyspetsoupkitchen.info.

Leadership North Fulton now accepting applications Applications must be in by Nov. 8 NORTH FULTON, Ga. – Leadership North Fulton (LNF), a six-month program sponsored by the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce, is accepting applications and nominations until Friday, Nov. 8.

To download an application, visit www.leadershipnorthfulton.org.

LNF’s program identifies and develops leaders by promoting community awareness, instilling civic responsibility and building relationships. This program selects individuals from various backgrounds and provides an environment that develops their leadership skills.

Participation involves an overnight, two-day opening retreat in January; six full weekday classes, one a month, from February to June; group project meetings as determined by the project team and a closing reception in June.

Additionally, there are a number of outside activities pertaining to program content that participants will be encouraged to attend. Full participation in class days is mandatory.

“As I was new to the area, Leadership North Fulton allowed me to immediately gain awareness of the economic, social and political needs of the community,” said Jeff Petrea of Southern Company and a 2013 Leadership North Fulton graduate. “Additionally, it was a tremendous opportunity to build relationships with peer LNF participants.”

Cost is $1,800 for current chamber members and $2,000 for non-chamber members.

For more information or to view the application, visit www.leadershipnorthfulton.org. Please return the application via email to leadershipnf@gmail. com or mail to: Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce, 11605 Haynes Bridge Road, Suite 100 Alpharetta, Ga. 30009

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King’s Ridge performs at Disney Performing arts class at Broadway workshop ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Members of King’s Ridge Christian School’s performing arts class became stars of their own Disney show Sept. 20, when they took part in Disney’s Broadway Magic Workshop. The group traveled from Alpharetta to the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida to

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King’s Ridge pre-first collects shoes for Orphanage Emmanuel

The children in Debora Daniel’s pre-first class at King’s Ridge Christian School show off the shoes they collected for children at Orphanage Emmanuel in Honduras. Standing in back, from left, are S. Gumels, M. Muscott, Z. McGruder, D. Jacobi, H. Forehand and I. Davis. Kneeling in front, from left, are K. Driskell, C. Usiskin, J.P. Pickren, W. Lossie and A. Payne.

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ALPHARETTA, Ga. – King’s Ridge Christian School pre-first teacher Debora Daniel has been inspirational in leading the efforts to collect shoes for children at Orphanage Emmanuel in Honduras.

This year, her pre-first class collected over 100 pairs.

The program originated out of Northbrook United Methodist Church.

“The church travels there for mission trips and has numerous drives to assist those in the orphanage,” said Daniel. “It is a tremendous program.

My son traveled there when he was a teenager. It made such an impact on my family that I decided to bring the project to KR.” Through the years, King’s Ridge has collected more than 800 pairs of shoes for the project. Any size or style is accepted as the children range in age

from toddler to teenagers. The orphanage hosts its own prom and school dances and thus, dress shoes are treasured. Daniel said that parents of students from previous years continue to save their old shoes and contribute to the project, even though their children have moved on from pre-first.

In the spring, students are also able to purchase books through the book fair that is held on campus and write letters such as, “God loves you” or “King’s Ridge loves you” to the children of Honduras. “I like these types of service projects because our children learn at an early age how important it is to help others,” Daniel said.

For more information on the program, visit http://orphanageemmanuelhn.weebly.com/index.html.

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F.C. School Headquarters relocates to Sandy Springs 60-year South Fulton location to shutter; Milton Center also slated for closure

By CANDY WAYLOCK candy@northfulton.com SANDY SPRINGS, Ga. – The headquarters for the Fulton County School System is heading north, after more than 60 years on Cleveland Avenue in South Fulton. While the move was resisted by many on the south side, the decision was inevitable as the population center – and board member clout – moved north over the past few decades.

By the start of the next school year, the administrative headquarters will be up and running in a new location at 6201 Powers Ferry Road in Sandy Springs.

The Fulton County Board of Education voted last week in a split 5-2 decision to take six existing buildings out of service – including the present headquarters on Cleveland Avenue – and replace them with three centrally located, and far less expensive, facilities.

In addition to the new administrative center, a North Learning Center and South Learning Center will open to house many of the programs currently in place in the six existing buildings.

The decision also affects Milton Center (old Milton High School), which will cease operations at the end of the year.

No decision has been made on the fate of Independence High School, which is currently housed there, but the school could return to its former location in Roswell at the start of next school year.

School officials say the decision to consolidate existing buildings into three locations will centralize the district’s support functions, provide more efficiency in operations and save millions of taxpayer dollars.

“Since I joined the Fulton County School System, I’ve been examining how our central office operates, how it could provide more support to schools and how it could be more efficient,” said Superintendent Robert Avossa.

“Consolidating our support centers will provide greater service to students, and the money saved in operational costs will benefit our taxpayers. These savings can be redirected to the classroom and invested into student learning.”

The six buildings slated to be closed have an average age of more than 50 years and were found to be in poor condition based on a facility conditions assessment two years ago. Bringing them up to suitability would require nearly $56 million.

Closing down the sites and relocating their functions would yield a onetime savings of $22 million, in addition to $2.2 million savings each year in operating costs.

Consolidating from six buildings to three buildings also reduces square footage by 70 percent, which provides savings on maintenance, security, custodial and other operating costs.

“We’ve known for years that these buildings were close to the end of their life cycle but our focus [to this point] has been on providing quality schools

Changes to building plans for Fulton School System New administrative buildings • Central Administration Building 6201 Powers Ferry Road in Sandy Springs • North Learning Center 450 Northridge Parkway, Sandy Springs • South Learning Center 4025 Flat Shoals Road, Union City Properties slated for closing/ repurposing • Current Administrative Center 786 Cleveland Avenue SW, Atlanta • Milton Center – 86 School Drive, Alpharetta • Jo Wells Center – 554 Parkway Drive, Hapeville • Meadows Operations Center 5270 Northfield Blvd., College Park • Professional Learning Center 3121 Norman Berry Drive, East Point • Instructional Tech Center 2370 Union Road SW, Atlanta

for students and teachers,” said Linda Schultz, president of the Fulton School Board. “[Now] it makes sense to look at consolidating our administrative space, and at the same time, move the location closer to the center of the population.”

The fate of the six “consolidated” buildings has not been determined, said Avossa. But options include demolishing and land banking the sites for future uses, selling the properties or repurposing for other needs in the future.

No decisions have been made on staff reductions as a result of the consolidation. Board insiders say it was important that the decision to move the school district headquarters be based strictly on financial feasibility, since the change was cloaked in racial and demographic issues.

In the late 1950s, when the current Fulton Schools Administrative Center opened in the renovated office building in southwest Atlanta, Fulton’s student population base was mostly in South Fulton.

Today, growth in North Fulton over the past few decades has pulled the geographic center of student population, as well as employee population, to Sandy Springs.

“While the Census numbers have supported [this move] for a long time, this has been an emotional subject for many,” said Fulton School Board member Katie Reeves, of Alpharetta.

“But our board, Dr. Avossa and our entire leadership team is focused on

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100 gather to celebrate director Former Milton band director celebrates 80th birthday with alumni

By RYAN PIERONI ryan@northfulton.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — On Saturday, Oct. 5, Leon Cole, former band director at Milton High School, was greeted with a standing ovation on his 80th birthday by 100 of his past students.

And Cole certainly deserved it — both the birthday celebration and the standing ovation.

Donald Kell, the organizer of the celebration, said that the party was “something [the alumni] wanted to do for Mr. Cole for keeping us together all these years.”

The group of past band members had been having regular reunions for years, but when it was pointed out that Cole’s birthday was coming up, Kell and Mark Broyles stepped

up to the plate to organize a celebration. They reached out to the band’s alumni through Facebook, starting a page for the event, and were flooded with responses.

“When I started receiving responses from this Evite that I sent out, it was overwhelming,” said Kell, adding that he received RSVPs from people all over the world, from Amsterdam to Saudi Arabia.

Kell then told the story of how he first met Cole. Kell said that when he was struggling with his academics, he was approached by Cole one day and told that he would be in the band next semester.

Cole then took him to the band room to have him pick out an instrument (the baritone sax), and also to tell him that he would, in addition to

playing in the band, be Cole’s teacher’s aide for the advanced band during sixth period. From there, Kell immersed himself in the band, which gave him the opportunities and motivation to succeed in the rest of his high school career. Kell, decades later, asked Mr. Cole why he did what he did. Cole’s response: “I had decided that I was going to help somebody.”

Kell added that he found out later that he was “one of hundreds that he did stuff like that for.”

“He’s a great guy to honor,” said Kell. “I just think that he’s got to be one of the greatest teachers that the world has ever seen.”

During the party, Cole expressed his gratitude to those he once taught.

“This isn’t about Milton High School. This is about family, and we’re all a family,” he said, a sentiment that was echoed by all those attending.

An ecstatic Leon Cole with his birthday cake.

Girl Scouts share stories to inspire, recruit

By CAITLYN WALTERS walters@northfulton.com JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta called on all leaders, young and old, to join local troops in Forsyth County.

The week of Sept. 30 through Oct. 7 was dedicated to National Recruitment Week, and members of Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta campaigned for this year’s recruitment with the theme: “I can’t wait to…”

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“Meeting new people, going to camp and workshops and seeing younger girls grow as people are the reasons I stay in Girl Scouts.”

Duvic said she did not know many people when she moved to Georgia from Chicago in the middle of her kindergarten year.

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“They want to use the model we are creating in Rotary District 6900 and use that across the Americas,” McCleary said. Rotary has already been instrumental in effectively eradicating polio from the world by leveraging their millions of members around the globe for one cause. McCleary and those in Roswell’s Rotary Club hope to have a similar effect on human trafficking.

“If we can give the same emphasis to this issue, we feel we can make a big dent,” he said. ‘It’s happening in our community’ Rotary members were shocked last year, when McCleary brought together a panel of speaker on the issue at one of the club’s weekly meetings. The keynote speaker was a girl who grew up in Roswell and attended Roswell High School. She fell into a bad group and spent years prostituting herself for drug money.

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“We’re trying to let people know it’s happening right here, in our own community,” McCleary said. “It’s not a downtown problem, it’s happening in our community.”

When McCleary started his efforts, there were many in Atlanta and the surrounding communities who said there was no problem. However, several high-profile cases of pimps and prostitution brought the issue to the forefront. Since then, there have been positive efforts to solve the problem.

The General Assembly passed House Bill 141 that mandates businesses where trafficking is prevalent – strip clubs, trucks stops, bars and restaurants – to post flyers about a tip line which people can call either to report a problem or seek help. Its number is 1-888-373-7888.

“If they are in Georgia and the girl needs some assistance, they can call the Georgia Cares connection and get to whatever facility they need to be in,” McCleary said. The legislation goes into effect in January.

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Milton basketball holds extravaganza Nov. 12 MILTON, Ga. – The Milton Basketball Tip Off Club in conjunction with its new head coach, Matt Kramer, is hosting the “Milton Madness Meet the Teams Extravaganza” Nov. 12 at Milton High School. Four action-packed games will be played. This event will introduce

the Milton High School 2013-2014 basketball team and the Jr. Milton Eagles teams.

The Milton Jr. Eagles seventh- and eighth-grade teams will play first, followed by the freshman and junior varsity Milton basketball teams. The main event will be the Amp 1 team, a nationally known amputee club basketball team, playing against Milton alumni. The last game of the evening will pit the Milton varsity team against Chattahoochee in a scrimmage to start off the 2013 season. The suggested donation is $5, and concessions will be available for the night from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Milton High School’s gymnasium, 13025 Birmingham Hwy., Milton.

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Times: • U11 tryout is from 1:00pm to 3:00pm • U13 & U15 tryout is from 3:30pm to 5:30pm • HS is from 6:00pm to 8:00pm Location: • Milton High School – Stadium Field All boys are requested to pre-register as there will be a limited number of teams.

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Parker brought his message of the “new MARTA” to the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce’s Oct. 22 Eggs and Enterprise Breakfast at Country Club of the South.

Parker made everyone sit up when the first thing he announced was his intention “to transform MARTA into the premier transit system in the United States.” Was he talking about the MARTA that was the red-headed step-child of the aborted regional transportation special purpose local option sales tax? The MARTA that is persona non grata in two of the most populous counties (Gwinnett and Cobb) in the metro region?

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His “No Knuckleheads” policies are part of the Ride with Respect program.

“MARTA is statistically one of the safest transit systems in the country, but we do have incivility. Horseplay, loud music and panhandling are not going to be tolerated,” he said.

Policies will correct bad behavior or force riders to be banished from the transit system. A new MARTA app will give real-time alerts as to just how soon the next bus or train will be at the stop you are. And its cost to MARTA is not the $1 million that was first estimated, but less than $100,000.

The much anticipated march of MARTA up Ga.400 suffers from a lack of funding.

But that just means Parker is searching for private partners to pool resources to get MARTA to the suburbs.

Keith T. Parker, a member of the American Institute of Certified Planners, has worked in the private and public sectors literally from coast to coast. He is considered one of the rising stars in his field.

In December 2012, Parker accepted the job of running MARTA’s heavy rail and bus system, which transports 420,000 passengers each day. He previously served as chief executive officer for transit systems in San Antonio, Texas (the nation’s seventh largest city), and Charlotte, N.C. In both cities, the transit systems used public involvement and technological innovations to dramatically improve the overall public transit experience. Under Parker’s leadership, San Antonio and Charlotte transit systems enjoyed some of the highest ridership increases in the country, while maintaining some of the lowest costs.

On Parker’s watch, the transit agencies won numerous local, state and national awards in safety, maintenance, environmental innovations and overall excellence. Parker was named Texas CEO of the Year in 2011 and 2012.

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From left, Dr. Sharon DeSouza, Johns Creek Mayor Mike Bodker and Dr. Pushpa Sundareswaran.

Smiles encouraged at ‘Magic Dentistry’ JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — A dental care business that focuses on children and teens has opened in Alpharetta.

In June, Smile Magic Dentistry opened at 2880 Old Alabama Road, Suite 400 in Alpharetta. The business is run by Dr. Pushpa Sundareswaran and Dr. Sharon DeSouza.

Their hours of operation are from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and by appointment on Saturday. For more information, call 678-2402777 or visit www.smilemagicga.com.

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Center for Energetic Healing opens in Roswell ROSWELL, Ga. – The Center for Energetic Healing, which uses an integrative approach to healing the mind, body and soul by balancing physical, mental, emotional and spiritual energy opened earlier this year in Roswell.

Joanne Newell opened her business in March to work with clients in aligning their energy and NEWELL enhancing the body’s ability to heal itself physically and bring a change in the mental and emotional states — establishing good health and well-being.

Located at 700 Old Roswell Lakes Parkway, Suite 210, Roswell, the business is open by appointments. Call 678-744-3257 or visit www.cfeh.org.

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Interior design business launches in Roswell ROSWELL, Ga. — A full-service lifestyle and interior design business has opened in historic Roswell.

Anna Braund Interior Design opened this month and offers interior design, renovation and remodeling services. The business is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

BRAUND Call 404-944-0473 or visit www.annabraund.com for more information or follow her blog, www.bespokenandrooted.tumblr.com.

SUWANEE, Ga. — Quantum National Bank announced that it hired Scott Coleman as vice president/business development officer of the bank’s small business lending division. The division focuses on the SBA 7a and SBA 504 loan programs as well as small business conventional loans.

“We are thrilled to have hired COLEMAN one of the very best in the business,” said Amy Amorose, group vice president, SBA Lending. “Scott is one of the most experienced and respected individuals in the industry. His 15-plus years of experience in the financial services sector means that he thoroughly knows this industry. He is a valuable addition to our growing and experienced team.”

Coleman will be responsible for business development throughout Georgia.

He can be reached directly at 770-883-2258 or via email at scoleman@quantumbank.com.

Quantum National Bank is headquartered in Suwanee with an office in Milton.

northfulton.com | Milton Herald | October 30, 2013 | 17 through a number of different enhancements, like the incredibly comfortable power recliners, a full bar, improved concession areas and, of course, premiere sight and sound experiences like IMAX,” said Mark McDonald, executive vice president of development at AMC. “As our first new building in more than two years, we took all of those things that guests are raving about at other AMCs and specifically design the theatre to include them at AMC North Point Mall 12. This theatre will not only be one of our signature locations in the AMC circuit, but one of the best in the entire country.”

Guests will be able to enjoy an alcoholic beverage at MacGuffins, a full-service bar and lounge area inside the theater.

The theatre will eventually feature two largescreen format options. Beginning immediately, guests can experience blockbusters with a brand new IMAX theater. In addition to the IMAX theatre, AMC’s own large-screen format will be installed at AMC North Point 12 in early 2014.

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Colonial Life names Deehan senior VP of sales MILTON, Ga. — Colonial Life and Accident Insurance Company has named a Milton resident as senior vice president of sales.

Bill Deehan is responsible for leading sales and recruiting activities for the company’s 10,000-member national sales organization. His office is based in Atlanta.

DEEHAN Deehan has more than 28 years of sales and management experience in the employee benefits industry.

He most recently served as vice president and managing director for Unum U.S.’s South region based in Atlanta and as field liaison to Unum’s voluntary benefits practice.

Colonial Life is headquartered out of Columbia, S.C. For more information, visit www.coloniallife.com.

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AMC opens Oct. 31 at North Point ALPHARETTA, Ga. – AMC Theatres will open its new location at North Point Mall Oct. 31, its first new building in more than two years.

AMC North Point Mall 12 features approximately 1,100 seats in 12 auditoriums. Nearly every seat in the theatre is a plush, power recliner, which allows guests to lay back and put their feet up at the push of a button. This means guests can enjoy maximum comfort, with ample space to recline or stretch their legs, and plenty of armrest room for everyone. While AMC has retrofitted several of its locations throughout the country to accommodate power recliners, AMC North Point Mall 12 is the first AMC in the circuit specifically designed and built with recliners in mind. And with stadium seating, every seat has a perfect sightline to the screen.

“We’ve been aggressively improving the quality of moviegoing in our locations across the country

Sedgwick Gallery to open in downtown Alpharetta ALPHARETTA, Ga. — A fine art gallery is going to be celebrating its grand opening Nov. 15 – 17.

The Sedgwick Gallery, a fine art gallery located in historic downtown Alpharetta, is opening at 61 Roswell Street.

Located in one of the city’s oldest homes, built in 1856, the Skelton-Teasly House provides a backdrop to showcase exquisite works of art and adds to the cultural experience of downtown Alpharetta.

“We think it signifies the perfect time and place for fine art,” said Ryan Sedgwick, gallery manager.

Sedgwick Gallery will highlight the works of 20th century Masters including Peter Max, whose pop art has inspired Americans for decades; early French modernist Marc Chagall, whose work can be found on the ceiling of the Paris Opera House; American expressionist painter LeRoy Neiman, renowned for his brilliantly colored paintings and inspired screen prints of musicians and athletes; and Salvador Dalí, the world famous Spanish surrealist.

The gallery also includes distinctly American works by Thomas Kinkade; Tarkay, the Austrianborn Israeli painter and watercolorist; and fellow Israeli master printer Amram Ebgi.

The gallery features custom commissioned and framed oil paintings perfect for decorating any home as well as rotating features with established local artists.

“I have conducted hundreds of charitable art auctions nationally, and believe it is an opportune time to bring that kind of excitement to my hometown,” said Scott Sedgwick, gallery owner.

From 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday, Nov. 15, and Saturday, Nov. 16, as well as from noon to 4 p.m.

Sunday, Nov. 17, complimentary drinks and hors d’oeuvres will be served.

For more information, call 404-281-9998 or visit sedgwickgallery.com.

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Corner Bakery Cafe opens in Alpharetta ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Corner Bakery Cafe is ready to “feed the day” with a new cafe that opened Monday, Oct. 28 in Alpharetta. Residents are invited to check out the brand new location at 10920 Haynes Bridge Road, near the North Point Mall.

This is the first Corner Bakery Cafe in Alpharetta and the ninth in the Atlanta metropolitan area, including three that just opened at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.

“Alpharetta presents the perfect type of neighborhood for our growth in the Atlanta region,” said Corner Bakery Cafe Regional Director Bruce Kaiser. “It’s a family-friendly town that also has a strong local business community, providing us a great opportunity to introduce our warm atmosphere and great-tasting, freshly made food.”

Corner Bakery Cafe is a fast-casual restaurant serving

breakfast, lunch and dinner.

The made-to-order food is delivered fresh to the table.

Founded on a philosophy of creating a place to relax and gather with family and friends, Corner Bakery Cafe offers a casual atmosphere featuring innovative, seasonal menu options ranging from hot breakfasts and signature panini to handcrafted salads, sandwiches and mouthwatering sweets. Corner Bakery Cafe delivers a premier bakery cafe experience in the hearts of neighborhoods across the country.

“Atlanta is a prime area for the development of our brand, and Alpharetta is the perfect community to continue that growth,” said Chief Executive Officer Mike Hislop.

“We are sure our inviting ambiance and made-to-order food will be well-received by our new neighbors.”

For more about Corner Bakery Cafe in Atlanta, visit www.cornerbakerycafe.com.

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Using content marketing Potential pitfalls of new construction to attract new customers If you haven’t noticed, builders have aggressively moved back into the market. There are new developments going up everywhere you turn. But that isn’t the only way builders have been getting aggressive.

Many home builders have reworked their sales contracts, and make no mistake, they are very one-sided agreements.

If you’re planning to purchase a new home, read that contract inside and out. Don’t rely on the sales agent to point out the critical terms – they work for the builder. Here are some of the more important potential pitfalls: 1. Appraisals: There are no contingencies in the standard builder contract for an appraisal. You have to add this contingency. It usually won’t apply to upgrades. If you overbuild and it doesn’t appraise—it’s on you.

2. Financing contingency: Not allowed unless you use the builder’s lender. This does affect your ability to shop rates and closing costs.

3. Build time: Ensure the builder owns the lot you’re writing a contract on. Banks will often release lots in blocks but that doesn’t prevent a builder from writing a contract for

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a lot he doesn’t own yet. Ask if the permit has already been applied for.

The builder could have up to 120 days before they have to begin construction.

4. Cost increases: I know of one builder that will write amendments increasing the contract price due to material cost increases, even though the sales price has been agreed upon.

You can choose not to go through with the purchase, but you will in all likelihood lose your earnest money and any upgrade fees you have paid.

5. Final walk through: Some builders are not allowing the buyer’s agent to attend the final walk-through with their clients. I can only assume why they don’t want the buyers to have their representation there.

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BOC new travel policy provides personal cars Hausmann says lacks transparency

By HATCHER HURD hatcher@northfulton.com ATLANTA – The Fulton County Board of Commissioners approved Oct. 16 a revised travel and training reimbursement policy for business done inside the county, but Commissioner Liz Hausmann said it should do more.

This revised policy now clearly defines allowable expenses for all Fulton County employees and elected officials.

However, it allows unrestricted use of county vehicles for the commissioners’ use within the county with no apparent accountability.

Commissioners will no longer be allowed to charge mileage expenses for travel

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Continued from Page 2 store attempting to buy nine iPhone 5c phones using a fake Florida license and fake business account.

The employee said he noticed Meadows the previous day at another Apple Store doing the same thing.

Police determined the license was indeed fake and that Meadows had warrants for his arrest for forgery, probation violation and failure to appear from metro agencies.

A search of his car turned up another fake Florida license. Meadows had $1,135 in cash on him.

Joy ride on a stolen golf cart?

MILTON, Ga. – If anyone has a golf cart bearing the number “6” on it, the Trophy Club of Milton would like to speak with them.

Such a cart went missing Oct. 15. Employees told police the cart was used the prior day in a golf tournament, however went missing afterward.

A total of 150 golfers took part in the outing. By 7:30 p.m., the cart was noticed missing. The cart is described as a white, hard-top cart with the number “6” emblazoned on the side.

Building equipment stolen from home MILTON, Ga. – Someone made off with nearly $1,500 worth of construction equip-

within Fulton County. However, that may be a moot point since commissioners will still be able to check out county vehicles for travel within Fulton County.

Hausmann said for the sake of consistency that the use of county pool cars be ended as well.

Commissioners voted 4-1 with Hausmann opposed to keep pool cars (Commissioner Tom Lowe and Chairman John Eaves were absent).

Hausmann then requested that the use of pool cars be included in the quarterly reports so that there is full transparency as to the use of these vehicles by commissioners or staff.

This proposal, too, was rejected.

The county had introduced a moratorium on business travel expenses while the new

travel policy was written.

“The travel policy changes are a good start, but incomplete,” said Hausmann. “It combined a lot of different policies into one more coherent travel policy.

“And I agree wholeheartedly in reducing travel expenses and many others.

I disagree with the continued use of pool cars by commissioners, and the lack of reporting of any such use.”

Other problems with the car pool, Hausmann pointed out, included the lack of a budget for the cars’ usage.

“It is unclear just how much this will cost the taxpayers, and what department budget will be affected,” said Hausmann.

Hausmann says she doesn’t understand why her fellow commissioners are unwilling to have the car pool’s usage

The travel policy changes are a good start, but incomplete...It combined a lot of different policies into one more coherent travel policy.”

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monitored.

“What is the motive [not to report],” she asked.

Hausmann said overall there were some good things in the new travel policy, not the least of which was having just one overall policy.

There is also a county travel card to keep track of expenses and other efficiencies for the approval of travel, she said.

As for the car pool, Hausmann says she does not plan to take advantage of it.

“Why would I drive down to the Sandy Springs Service Center to pick up a car and drive back to North Fulton?

I just would like to see some more transparency in the system. That only makes sense,” she said.

The policy is effective immediately, she said.

ment Oct. 14 from a home being built.

The victim told police the Providence Road home had two extendable ladders, valued at $300 and $400, as well as a $600 aluminum walkboard and an $80 stepladder that were all locked up and secured overnight but found missing the following morning.

DUI driver runs home JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – An alleged DUI driver fled the scene of an accident Oct. 12 after failing to get his Taco Bell food order and hitting another vehicle.

The victim told police he was in the drive-thru of the Taco Bell/ KFC restaurant on State Bridge Road at 4:45 p.m. when he was struck from behind by another vehicle.

The drivers exchanged insurance information, however, when the victim said he was calling the police, the suspect, Daniel Lee Von Lauer, 48, of Harvest Ridge Lane, Alpharetta, put his car in park, got out and walked into the restaurant.

He then fled on foot.

According to the registration of Von Lauer’s vehicle, he lives a half-mile from the store. When police arrived, they spoke with Von Lauer’s mother.

When she called for him to speak with police, he allegedly called from a bedroom, “tell them I’m not here.”

Von Lauer was put through sobriety tests and failed them. He was arrested for hit and run and DUI.

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Volunteers collected garbage from Milton’s waterways. They found more than a ton of trash.

Milton: Continued from Page 1 attendance was the MiltonWindward Rotary Interact Club at Alpharetta High School.

“We started the club to help the community,” said Alison Heffron. She, along with friend Suvarsha Sura, joined a halfdozen of their classmates to slog through streams and walk along narrow roads picking up trash and debris.

Nearly a ton of garbage was collected in Milton, with all manner of trash found by the volunteers – tires, shoes, car parts and lots of plastic food items, such as bottles. It was all piled in a heap by the volunteers.

“We like to see that we are getting this out of our waterways, but it’s disgusting when you see it all dumped in one place,” said Cindy Eade, environmental sustainability coordinator for the city of Milton.

The car parts in particular

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Volunteers pull tires from Chicken Creek on Hamby Road in Milton during the Rivers Alive event, Oct. 19. worried the volunteers.

“The smaller stuff will work its way [into the waterways] from the street or drains,” said Eade. “But the bigger stuff was placed there.”

The Rivers Alive cleanup is a yearly hands-on opportunity to learn more about the Coosa River watershed and help improve the quality of the city’s drinking water. The mission of Rivers Alive is to create

awareness and involvement in the preservation of Georgia’s 70,150 miles of water resources through local waterway cleanup events that include streams, rivers, lakes, beaches and wetlands.

It is an outreach program of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources.

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Going location scouting in North Fulton Film industry eyes local spots

By JADE RODGERS jade@northfulton.com NORTH FULTON, Ga. – North Fulton has experienced an influx of filmmaking and a taste of the Hollywood life ever since filmmakers began receiving tax incentives for shooting their projects in Georgia. All the more exciting, Alpharetta has played host to a few big ticket films, granting local citizens the exhilarating privilege of spotting Hollywood stars such as Billy Crystal and Bette Midler in their own backyard.

But filmmaking incorporates so much more than famous actors. As the saying goes, a picture tells a thousand words. The world of modern cinema takes this notion to new heights with its complex camera work, computer-generated imagery and special effects. Audiences can appreciate the intricacies of cinematography, but what seems to escape the attention of many is the complexity and detail that goes into pre-production of a film.

I joined local Producer/Direc-

tor Ken Farrington of Vision-X Productions, in association with Twin Pilot Films, to unveil just what happens before the camera ever starts rolling.

At our first meeting, I convened with Ken and Production Manager Hayley Polak for a day of location scouting, where the production team takes the time to root out the best sites for shooting movie scenes. I did not know what to expect as I wandered into the elegant marble lobby of one of Alpharetta’s medical centers, but we had gathered to view the demo room. Given that Ken’s upcoming film involves many medical scenes, the demo room was perfect for our purposes.

“Whenever you’re filming, you’re always looking for [a set] that will over-sell the effect,” Ken told me as we walked toward the demo room, where we discovered medical O.R. lights as well as several hospital beds. In films, you have your “master shot,” which establishes the location within the story as well as sets the mood for the upcoming scene.

Location scouting and master shots are utterly dependent on the overall disposition of the film and involve several different factors. The production team has to make sure a

desired location will be available to them within their filming time frame. Cost, location provisions and ambient noise all play part in the process of determining whether a specific location will be used in a film.

There is a careful balance to having all the right factors in place.

“We need to have contingencies and back-ups and alternatives,” Hayley told me as we roamed the hallways of a local hospital.

“You want to see as many locations as possible so you feel like you covered your ground,” Ken agreed before scouting the hospital’s helipad. We covered a good deal of the hospital itself and took countless pictures for reference. Another important aspect to location scouting is documenting each site in order to remember its assets later on.

Now that location scouting is nearly finished, Ken and Hayley will take a step back to do just that, as they decide which sites best suit the mood of their upcoming film. One certain thing, however, is that Alpharetta can look forward to the excitement of having another movie filmed in its own backyard.

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Producer and Director Ken Farrington assesses a possible filming location at a local health care business. He, with his company Vision-X Productions, is looking at filming a movie in Alpharetta.

Ken Farrington goes to examine an emergency room of a local hospital.

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Relocate: Continued from Page 11 the right thing, and that is academics and the best way we can serve our students.” The makeup of the school board has also changed as a result of the population shift. Following the 2000 Census, North Fulton gained an additional board member, while South Fulton lost one seat and most of a another seat.

The discussion of moving the headquarters to a more central location was often floated and nibbled around the edges, however the board moved slowly on the decision.

Former Superintendent Cindy Loe worked to include funding for a new building in the Special Purpose Local Op-

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But the final push came from Avossa, who led the effort to identify sites and look at the issue from the financial standpoint.

“The bottom line is the taxpayers expect [school staff] to make wise financial decisions, and that is what we are doing,” said Avossa.

Pending the final sale of the Sandy Springs properties, which is expected by the end of October, departments and staff will begin transitioning into the new buildings by September 2014.

Moves will occur gradually over a series of months so that service to students and schools is not negatively impacted. All moves are expected to be complete by June 2015.

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Deerfield: Continued from Page 1 area,” Curran said.

Councilmember Joe Longoria said the city has a focus on bringing in more commercial space, explaining why the code only requires mixed use for residential buildings. He told Crescent the council was trying to find a way to work with them on this development and meet the standards

put in place by the form based code.

“I don’t want you to leave if we deny it tonight thinking we just don’t like it. That’s not it at all.

“We are trying to figure out how to work with you guys,” Longoria said. The council’s closing statements reflected that they wanted to hold to the land use plan that was produced through open discussion with Milton residents.

“I was really hoping that you would give me something

mixed to grab a hold of and help push [this development] through this time,” Councilmember Burt Hewitt said. “I was kind of disappointed in that.”

“I wish we could have seen some aspect of a commercial component in [the plan],” Councilmember Matt Kunz said. The council noted the difficulty of the decision before voting to deny Crescent a use permit to develop Deerfield as 100 percent apartments.

DEATH NOTICES William John Allen, 65, of Dacula, passed away October 15, 2013. Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home.

Susan Held, 76, of Atlanta, passed away October 16, 2013.

Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home.

Douglas H. Moore, 61, of Alpharetta, passed away October 15, 2013. Arrangements

by Ingram Funeral Home.

Mildred Bailey, 79, of Cumming, passed away October 17, 2013.

Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home.

Fredrick Henry, 83, of Doraville, passed away October 16, 2013. Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home.

Mark Mulkey, 59, of Cumming, passed away October 14, 2013.

Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home.

Katherine Blanos, 91, of Johns Creek, passed away October 19, 2013. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home.

James Hollifield, 88 of Roswell, passed away October 16, 2013.

Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

Ada Virginia Nuzum, 96, of Alpharetta, passed away October 15, 2013.

Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

Treva Bridge, 86, of Sandy Springs, passed away October 16, 2013. Arrangements by SouthCare Cremation & Funeral Society.

June Bea Brown, 46, of Atlanta, passed away October 21, 2013.

Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home.

Peter Q. Cagle, Jr., 67, of Talking Rock, passed away October 15, 2013. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

Daneen Irving, 70, of Roswell, passed away October 17, 2013.

Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

Robert Johnson, 86, of Alpharetta, passed away October 18, 2013. Arrangements

by Roswell Funeral Home.

Beverly Green Kates, 68, of Cumming, passed away October 16, 2013. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home.

Richard Donald Crossley, 68, of Roswell, passed away October 21, 2013.

Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home.

Albert Davis, 93, of Alpharetta, passed away October 21, 2013.

Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home.

Katie Glover Emerson, 39, of Cumming, passed away October 18, 2013. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home.

Marilyn Gunkel, 74, of Roswell, passed away October 16, 2013.

Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home.

Larry Harper, 74, of Flowery Branch, passed away October 18, 2013. Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home.

Sofia Kiseledich, 86, of Atlanta, passed away October 22, 2013. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home.

Ivy Lorch, 95, of Marietta, passed away October 17, 2013.

Arrangements by SouthCare Cremation & Funeral Society.

Dorothy Lukens, 88, of Roswell, passed away October 18, 2013. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home.

Bob Mason, 57, of Cumming, passed away October 18, 2013. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home.

Diane Payne, 66, of Woodstock, passed away October 16, 2013.

Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

Joseph Elie Pierre, 87, of Alpharetta, passed away October 19, 2013.

Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home.

James Joel Poss, 82, of Cumming, passed away October 17, 2013.

Arrangements by McDonald and Son Funeral Home.

Calvin Starr, 21, of Roswell, passed away October 18, 2013.

Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home.

Dolores Liss Weinbender, 86, of Cumming, passed away October 19, 2013.

Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home.

Dorothy Winstead, 92 of Roswell, passed away October 16, 2013. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

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LOCAL LIVE MUSIC » LUDWIG SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA SEASON OPENER

The LSO opens its 17th season with Ludwig’s newly revised violin concerto and soloist Janet Sung. Johns Creek resident Joshua Shue will also be a soloist. 4 p.m.

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Performed by the Tanglewood Marionettes of Ware, Mass., for the Center for Puppetry Arts, “The Dragon King” is a story of a drought that strikes China and the fearless grandmother who resolves to find out why the Dragon King is withholding the rain – even if she must go to the bottom of the sea. Times vary. Oct. 22 – Nov. 3.

1404 Spring St. Northwest, Atlanta. Please visit puppet.org.

READER'S THEATRE: THE LIBRARY COMES ALIVE

Georgia Ensemble Theatre presents staged readings of scenes from Beverly Cleary’s “Ramona Quimby” novel series. A book discussion follows. Snacks provided.

4 – 5 p.m. Nov. 6. Roswell Branch of the AtlantaFulton Public Library System, 115 Norcross St., Roswell. Please call 770640-3075 or visit afpls.org.

ART » ROSWELL FINE ARTS ALLIANCE MEMBERS ART SHOW

WIRE AND WOOD SONGWRITERS FESTIVAL

The Wire and Wood Songwriters Festival makes its debut in downtown Alpharetta. The free festival features local and nationally touring songwriters.

Talented artists perform their songs with soulful melodies, magnificent vocals and expressive lyrics while interacting with the audience. Local gourmet food trucks, beer and wine.

4 – 9 p.m. Nov. 9. 2 South Main St., Alpharetta. Please call 678-297-6000 or visit awesomealpharetta.com.

THEATER » SHAKESPEARE’S “MACBETH”

Forsyth Central High School presents “Macbeth.”

The play is set in 10thcentury Scotland and tells the tale of a good man who slowly yields himself to the tempting voice of his murderous wife, his own ambition and three supernatural witches.

Through each bloody deed he becomes a butcher, leaving his wife and his kingdom in his wake of

The Roswell Fine Arts Alliance will hold its premier annual members’ juried show Oct. 11-Nov. 13 with 60 works of art available for purchase. Hosted by the Bank of North Georgia, 10446 Alpharetta St., Roswell. Open during regular banking hours.

Please call 770-594-6462 or visit rfaa.org.

EVENTS » HAUNTED ROOFTOP HALLOWEEN PARTY

Fright and delight at Whiskey Blue’s Haunted Rooftop on Halloween.

Partygoers will dress to impress in costumes as DJ Rimby spins the hottest tunes in town. 9 p.m.

– 2 a.m. Oct. 31. 3377 Peachtree Road, Atlanta.

Please call 678-500-3190 or visit atlantanightlife.com/ whiskeyblue.

NETHERWORLD HAUNTED HOUSE

Netherworld brings back old-school animatronics, thrilling special effects and Atlanta’s most treasured monsters with two new haunts: the Dead Ones and Boogeyman. Come see what all the talk is about…if you dare. 7:30 a.m. - 10:30 p.m. through Nov. 3. 6624 Dawson Blvd., Norcross.

Please call 404-577-8686 or visit fearworld.com.

CALENDAR FALL COLORS CANOEING ON THE CHATTAHOOCHEE

Take in the bright yellows, reds and oranges as they begin to spread themselves across a larger-than-life canvas. Quietly paddle along the Chattahoochee River and find relaxation in the echoes of the river residents (including belted kingfishers, great blue herons and mallards), the feel of a cool, crisp breeze, the reflections of the trees exploding with color, and the smell of fresh air and fragrant blooms. 10 a.m.

- 12:30 p.m. Nov. 2. 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell. Please call 770-992-2055 ext.237, or visit chattnature center.org.

ALPHARETTA CHILI COOK-OFF

Police officers, firefighters and other public safety staff don their chef’s aprons to create competing pots of homemade chili at this cook-off, featuring the Georgia versus Florida game. Try 20 different types of chili, from mild to extra spicy. Hotdogs, hamburgers, soft drinks and beer also available. Inflatables and face painting for kids.

2:30 p.m. Nov. 2. Milton Avenue, Alpharetta. Please call 678-297-6000 or visit awesomealpharetta.com.

14TH ANNUAL BUFORD ACE CLASSIC CRUISE-IN AND SHOW

Come see modified cars, vintage cars, street rods, muscle cars, motorcycles, racecars and rare rides of all kinds. Also featuring door prizes, a silent auction and fun for the whole family. All benefits go to the North Gwinnett Food Bank Co-op. 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Nov. 2. S&S ACE Hardware and Mower, 4300 Buford Drive, Buford. Please call 770-9321458.

CHASTAIN PARK ARTS FESTIVAL

Visitors will enjoy fine arts and crafts, a children’s area and local food and beverage concessions including food trucks. Also featuring a VIP tent and local acoustic musicians to enliven the atmosphere. 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Nov. 3. 4469 Stella Drive, Atlanta. Please call 404-873-1222 or visit chastainpark artsfestival.com.

BESTSELLING AUTHOR LISA SCOTTOLINE

Gwinnett County Public Library and Fall Into the Arts present bestselling author Lisa Scottoline.

Scottoline will visit Gwinnett to promote and autograph her latest novel, "Accused." Light

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refreshments available.

Music performance by Joyce Parks. 7 p.m. Nov. 4.

10 College St. Northwest, Norcross. Please call 770-978-5154 or visit fallintothearts.org.

TOP FIVE FRIGHTS

ART AND SOUL

This year's annual Art and Soul Event to benefit the Georgia Transplant Foundation will be held at the Gardens of Great Oaks in Roswell. An evening of magnificent artwork with musical entertainment by Danny O'Dea and Escape Plan. 7:30 – 11 p.m. Nov. 8.

786 Mimosa Blvd., Roswell.

Please call 770-640-0059 or visit gatransplant.org.

HOWLPHARETTA GHOST TOUR

A ghost tour in historic downtown Alpharetta including stories of historical events combined with recent actual spooky encounters.

8-9:30 p.m. every Friday and Saturday. Milton Avenue, Alpharetta.

Please call 800-979-3370 or visit alpharettatours.com.

BENEFITS & RACES » WELLSTAR STEPUP 5K RACE TO EMBRACE TOLERANCE

Proceeds from this race support Embracing Tolerance, a local education and awareness program with a vision to create a generation of educated and socially responsible youth.

Embracing Tolerance seeks to arm teens and preteens with knowledge, empathy and responsiveness to combat bullying, racism and prejudice. 7 a.m. Nov. 3. North Point Village, 7300 North Point Parkway, Alpharetta. Please visit active.com.

PARANOIA HAUNTED HOUSE

One of the highest-ranking haunted houses in Georgia is in Roswell.

Come and experience the fright of your life. 7:30 – 11 p.m. Oct. 31 – Nov. 3. 608 Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell. Please call 678-793-1544 or visit paranoiahauntedhouse.com.

THE BIG SCREAM

The nonprofit ScreamFree Institute holds its annual Big Scream gala at the Wimbish House. ScreamFree helps U.S. military families around the world. 7 p.m. Nov. 1. 1150 Peachtree St., Atlanta. Please call 678672-6410 or visit screamfree.com.

HALLOWEEN TREATS FOR TROOPS

O'Rourke Family Dentistry will buy your Halloween candy for $1 per pound.

All candy will be sent overseas to our troops. Help us support our military.

Costumes encouraged. 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Nov. 4. 757 Peachtree Parkway Suite 1, Cumming. Please call 770-888-6285 or visit orourkefamilydentistry.com.

HOUSE ON HORROR HILL

The longest-running haunted house in Georgia, now in its 33rd year. Everything built and done by volunteers, this house is sure to be quite the fright. 7:15 – 10 p.m. Oct. 30. – Nov. 2. 1650 Alpharetta St., Alpharetta. Please call 404-786-2665 or visit gahouseonhorrorhill.com.

WILLIEZ CHILI COOK-OFF

The annual Williez Chili Cook-Off raises money for Roswell charities. This year’s proceeds go toward Keep Roswell Beautiful and the Drake House. Since 2010, the cook-off has provided an outlet for local Chili Chefs while generating thousands of dollars for local charities. 2 - 6 p.m.

Nov. 2. Willow Springs Neighborhood Park, 10579 Roxburgh Lane, Roswell.

Please call 650-898-7372 or visit williezchili.com.

THE HAYES HAUNT

This annual haunted house benefits a different charity each year. This year’s proceeds go to the Place of Forsyth. 7 – 10 p.m. Oct. 31 – Nov. 1. 7435 Cavaletti Circle, Cumming.

Please visit hayeshaunt.com.

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1040 - Garage Sale ALPHARETTA: Wills Commons Subdivision, 2005 Willshire Glen 30009.

Saturday 11/2, 8am-1pm.

Clothes, toys (including large playset), books, etc.

C U M M I N G : Creekstone Estates multi family. 2260 Fossil Creek Drive 30041. Friday 11/1, 8am-2pm and Saturday 11/2, 8am-1pm. Lots of “something for everyone!”

CUMMING: Multi family.

Three Chimneys Farm Subdivision, off Windermere Parkway 30041. Friday 11/1 and Saturday 11/2, 9am-3pm.

JOHNS CREEK: C h a r t w e l l Subdivision, 435 Guildhall Grove 30022 Friday 11/1 and Saturday 11/2, 8am-2pm. Furniture, lamps, artwork, rugs, home decor items and much more!

JOHNS CREEK: 3 families cleaning out!

Hartridge Subdivision, 3375 Arborwoods Drive 30022. Friday 11/1 and Saturday 11/2, 8am-3pm.

1045 - Moving Sale ALPHARETTA, Huge! 2570 Hopewell Plantation Drive. Toys, bikes, clothes, home and holiday decor, dishes, sporting, Universal Home Gym $300, originally $1750.

Saturday 11/2, Sunday 11/3, 8am-4pm Milton, Crooked Creek, 750 Crown Cove, Friday and Saturday, 11/01-11/02, 8AM-3PM. Furniture, rugs, home decor & more!

Thank you for reading the classifieds.

SECURITY OFFICERS

Roswell/Alpharetta area. Security exp highly preferred & healthcare environment exp a plus.

• 21 years or older • H.S diploma/GED • No criminal convictions • Drug/alcohol free • Able to lift approx. 50 lbs. or more & run short distances • Flexible availability req’d.

• Ability to respond quickly in emergency situations • Exc customer service skills • May be exposed to blood-borne pathogens • Willing & capable of restraining personnel when necessary ISMG Benefits: • Advancement opportunities • Start $10/hr.

• Medical/Dental/Vision plans • 401k • Direct Deposit Apply in person, Monday – Friday 8am-2:30pm: ISMG, Inc. 8215 Roswell Road, Bldg. 1100, Atlanta 30350 *Positions also available at other locations. *ISMG, Inc. is an EOE, VPE, & drug free workplace.

TAX PREPARER

Naegele & Mears, a 27 year old Suwanee CPA firm has a seasonal full-time position for experienced individual and business return preparer, including multi-state. Reasonable hours and relaxed environment. Strong communication skills required; EA and Lacerte a plus. Contact: cpa@nmcpas.com to work with a great team.

1045 - Moving Sale Milton, Crooked Creek, 750 Crown Cove, Friday and Saturday, 11/01-11/02, 8AM-3PM. Furniture, rugs, home decor & more!

1055 - Yard Sale CUMMING: Multi vendor.

2100 Castleberry Road 30040. Saturday 11/2, 8am-2pm. Something for everyone!

Johns Creek Mayfair Subdivision, 110 Amethyst Cove.

Saturday, 11/2, 8am-2pm: Furnishings, Clothing, toys, books, much more!

HELP WANTED 1080 - Full-time Certified Nursing Assistant for 2nd and 3rd shifts. Background check and drug screening mandatory.

770-887-2000.

1080 - Full-time Established construction firm seeking people experienced in concrete, asphalt, right of way and stormwater services.

Please call 678-6026400 or email your resume to rwxjobs@hotmail.co m

Contract Nurse Practitioner to head up fast growing clinic in the Alpharetta area.

Call 770-559-5834 to inquire further or send resume’ and contact information to swayne.g@gmail.com DISHWASHER & PREP COOK: Background check and drug screening mandatory.

770-887-2000.

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1080 - Full-time LEGAL ASSISTANT Johns Creek/ Alpharetta: For well-established investigative firm.

For office duties to include Dictaphone/ transcription, Quickbooks, Microsoft Word. Flexible hours.

Please send resumes to: 678-356-0148 Exciting new concept coming to Alpharetta is looking for F.O.H. & B.O.H. staff. Fresh, casual dining with a growing company.

Apply: 5306-B Windward Parkway or email mwhoffman@tazikisca fe.com www.tazikiscafe.com

Senior Care Coordinator: Nonmedical homecare agency in Alpharetta seeking a Senior Care Coordinator who is motivated & enjoys working with elderly. Must have strong customer service, computer & organizational skills.

CNA or LPN desired but not required. Call 678-230-5971 Experienced. Alpha Soda Restaurant.

Fax or email resume: 770-442-0065 or info@alphasoda.com

1095 - Part-time

Seeking part-time, fun, energetic gymnastics coach.

Coaching experience and reliable transportation required. Please call 770-475-8188 to inquire

Elderly man needs assistance,9am Saturday-9pm Sunday. (32 hours) weekly. Intimate personal care involved. Some lifting required.

MUST LIKE DOGS! Personal references, good English, criminal background check & valid drivers license required.

AlpharettaCrabapple area. $14/ hour. Wages reported.

Thank you for reading the classifieds.

1095 - Part-time

(Part-time).

Alpharetta Presbyterian Church (www.alpharettapres. com) is seeking a dedicated and gifted person of faith to lead our youth and children’s choirs and assist with the overall music ministry of the church. We are a 960 member church with three Sunday morning worship services and a large number of youth and children. Bachelor’s degree required; experience in leading musical ensembles of youth is preferred. A full job description is posted on the church website. Interested candidates should send a resume and three references to musicsearch@alphar ettapres.com by November 22nd.

Alpharetta Presbyterian Church (www.alpharettapres. com) is seeking an dynamic and creative person of faith to lead our vibrant youth ministry program.

We are a 960 member church blessed with a large number of very active middle and high school students.

Our youth ministry offers Sunday school classes, Sunday night youth group, retreats and summer mission trips.

Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in Theology or Education preferred. A full job description is posted on the church website. Interested candidates should send a resume and three references to youthsearch@alphar ettapres.com by November 22nd.

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1260 - Bargains

1260 - Bargains

Housekeeper & Houseman Experience preferred but will train. Must be able to work flexible hours & weekends.

678-775-4606

Banquet or Display Table - Heavy Duty 72x30, $27.00 404-664-4491 BAR STOOLS: 4, bar height. Like new condition. Swivel, arms, leather padded back and seat, brass trim, foot rest, very nice. Paid $400 each, $200 each. Can email pix.ss.dale@live.com or 478-390-1316 Basketball Goal: Huffy, portable, heightadjustable, good condition, needs rim. $50. 770-205-3161 Bedroom set, dresser, mirror, night stand, brass headboard, and man’s chest. $450.

Computer desk with hutch. $75.

Entertainment Center, 3-piece, walnut finish. $95. 678-297-7556 or 678-230-6840.

ENTERTAINMENT UNIT, white, (can be used as storage armoire!) $250.

678-341-6848 FLATWARE, Dirilyte solid bronze service for 12, serving pieces.

Mint condition! $500 obo. Original cost $4000. 678-392-2717 GAS RANGE, GE Profile self cleaning, warming oven and grill.

Excellent condition! $400. 770-623-5937 GIRLS BEDROOM SET, Princess.

Dresser, mirror, nightstand, mattress and toy box. $500.

770-888-4904 Home Gym Parabody 350.

This Universal does all - 30 exercises including leg presses, triceps and abs. 155 weight stack expands to 205 lb. Assembled. Orig $1750. Moving, $475.

Pictures on request.

770-992-7888 Home Theater System, brand new, still in box $100.

770-360-9443 Japanese Maple Trees (Oshio Beni) 8 at $20 each.

770-888-2790 JEEP HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLIES (2) with bulbs and fits 19992004 Grand Cherokee. $45 both.

678-455-8111 KIDS’ COSTUMES, Falcons Cheerleader $7. Call/text 770-356-9198.

LAUNDRY TUB, Utilatub, with fixture, $20. 678-455-8111 PATIO, old wrought iron, grapevine, couch plus 2 chairs $50.

Needs restoration.

813-892-3640 PEDESTAL SINK, white with gold fixture, like new $45.

678-455-8111 PIANO & BENCH, Schroeder Brothers, New York upright, $300. 770-475-5927 PIANO, Baby Grand: Elegant case, matching bench; warm, rich tone.

Sacrifice $1650 obo.

678-445-3654

Must: Be skilled, passionate & fun; love teaching math in a way making sense to & changing the lives of 2nd grade-H.S; have an undergraduate degree or a college student studying math or educationrelated field. No lesson planning or need to find own customers.

Guaranteed 10-30 flex hrs/wk depending on potential for mgmt.

Great environment, purpose-driven; avail 3pm-8pm at least 24 days/wk. Cover letter & resume to johnscreek@mathna sium.com

PT/FT. Flex love sched. animals! http:// happytailscare.com/ job-application/

Production Assistant 15-20 hrs/week, set your own schedule. jobs@hoochsnuff.com

TRANSPORTATION 1200 - Cars Mercedes-Benz, 1990. 190E 2.6 (6 cyl) Black 4 Dr Sdn. Auto Trans, AC, AM/FM, C/D player. Camel/tan interior, PW, PR Seats, Cruise, SR. Mileage 102,000 not verified. $2,275.00.

678-624-1833 1205 - Motorcycles HARLEY DAVIDSON SPORTSTER 2004, approximately 14,000 miles. Looks new!

Blue/black.

Needs mechanical help. $4000. 770-597-1851 or 256-779-3395

MISCELLANEOUS 1260 - Bargains ANTIQUE DESK: 1940’s. Mahogany wood $400/obo. 678-624-0845

Bedroom set, king-size bed, two dressers, mirror, two nightstands. Pictures on request. $400 for all. 770-992-7888 BIKE, like new 26” Murray Ultra Terrio Xtreme $45.

770-205-9583 Casio Keyboard with stand $100. Call/text 770-356-9198 Chairs: Duncan Fife Style, 5 side chairs $27.00 each, 1 armchair $45.00, cloth cushion. 404-664-4491 COMMERCIAL BROOM: $15.

678-663-0588 Couch, love seat, chair: Reupholstered faux tan leather. Lamp, glass top end and coffee tables; $3200.

678-473-9612 or 678-232-1224 DINING ROOM SET, Bernhardt Grand Savannah cherry dining room table with 8 chairs, 2 extension leaves and pads.

Pristine condition! $4000. 404-822-1978 ENTERTAINMENT UNIT, cherry, never used! Asking $400.

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BACKWATER LANDING – LAKE KEOWEE, SC Waterfront Cottages, Gated – Prices from $140’s to $395,000 This showcase model now available fully furnished for $395,000 Lodge, fitness center, pool, beach, boardwalk, boat slips and more.

888-663-1133 www.backwaterlanding.com Office Hours: Mon-Fri 1-5, Sat & Sun 11-5 and always available by appointment

Country Ranch

1260 - Bargains PIANO, Baldwin Upright, and bench, made in the USA, great condition! $1500.

770-751-0452 PIANO, Upright console, cherry finish, and matching bench.

Excellent condition! $700. 678-513-0700 Pine Dresser $100.

Call/text 770-356-9198 POOL TABLE; Leisure Bay slate top, nominally 9’x5’, light walnut color, leather pockets, $950 includes all accessories, equipment and over table light.

770-346-8585 Propane Tanks, 20 lbs, 1 full, 1 nearly empty $25 both.

770-886-0110 TABLES, Solid oak mission style: End (2), square coffee, sofa. Medium brown.

Excellent condition.

Originally $1600, moving price $500 for all. 770-992-7888 TV. Toshiba with built in DVD Player. $40 negotiable. Call 678-663-0588.

WATER SKIS with tow rope $50.

770-886-0110 WEDDING/BALL GOWN, Anaiss style silk/satin, size 14 ivory color, never worn.

Strapless neckline. Box pleats on drop waistline.

Bodice embellished by crystals. $700.

770-639-0158 1265 - Cemetery Greenlawn/Roswell Complete package includes 2 adjacent spaces, 2 vaults, 2 opening and closing & one 44x14 Companion Bronze marker. This package currently sells for $21,173. I am willing to sell this package for $10,000, firm. Please call me at 770-9931170 to schedule a time at Greenlawn Cemetery to see spaces’ locations.

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REAL ESTATE 1420 - Aparts.- Unf.

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1BR/1BA. Kitchen & living room. No pets or smoking. Good, safe area. Need references. $600/ mo. 770-475-1788

1670 - Waterfront/ other

See Above Ad

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770-346-8555.

Plumbing Electrical

5365 - Health Care Opiate Addiction? Get your life back.

Suboxone therapy now available. Accepting new patients.

678-242-0204 for appt.

770-255-8575 Interior/Exterior Decks Sealed & Stained Carpentry Repairs

770-744-8473

• Toilet Repair • Vanities & Faucets • Garbage Disposals • Kitchen & Baths • Remodeling

No Up Front Money

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5595 - Haulers Bush Hogging, Clearing, Grading, Hauling etc. Many local references. Call Ralph Rucker at 678-898-7237 5610 - Home Improvement Bush Hogging, Clearing, Grading, Hauling etc. Many local references. Call Ralph Rucker at 678-898-7237

20 yrs. Refs.

Electrical, plumbing, carpentry, wood rot repair, tile, siding, paint, pressure wash.

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6011 - Miscellaneous

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6011 - Miscellaneous

6015 - Adoptions

6019 - Autos Wanted

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Wants to purchase minerals and other oil and gas interests.

Send details to P.O. Box 13557 Denver, Co. 80201

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5849 - Health & Medical

Reader Advisory: The National Trade Association we belong to has purchased the following classifieds. Determining the value of their service or product is advised by this publication. In order to avoid misunderstandings, some advertisers do not offer employment but rather supply the readers with manuals, directories and other materials designed to help their clients establish mail order selling and other businesses at home. Under NO circumstance should you send any money in advance or give the client your checking, license identification or credit card numbers. Also beware of ads that claim to guarantee loans regardless of credit and note that if a credit repair company does business only over the phone it’s illegal to request any money before delivering its service. All funds are based in U.S. dollars. 800 numbers may or may not reach Canada.

6017 - Wanted to Buy

Donate Your Car to Veterans Today! Help those in need!

Your vehicle donation will help US Troops and support our Veterans! 100% tax deductible Fast Free pickup!

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5875 - Miscellaneous

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5835 - Employment

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5810 - Auto Donations

DONATE A CAR - HELP CHILDREN FIGHTING DIABETES. Fast, Free Towing.

Call 7 days/ week. Nonrunners OK. Tax Deductible.

Call Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation 1-800-578-0408

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5775 - Tree Services

5610 - Home Improvement

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