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Homestead ballot measure passes

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Democrats flip seats across North Fulton

Angelika Kausche (left), the representative-elect for State House District 50, waves signs in front of Wilson Creek Elementary School the morning of Nov. 6 with supporter Celine Maney and her dog Niamh. Read Kausche’s thoughts about her victory and other election news, Page 6.

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Man discovers $1,800 in fraudulent charges JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Johns Creek police are investigating a report filed Oct. 31 when a man discovered $1,800 of unauthorized charges on his credit card.

In August, the man received a text message from Chase that his credit card had been used in a suspicious transaction, a $1,800 cash advance from a Wells Fargo in Snellville.

The man responded that he had not made the transaction.

Two months later, he received a letter from Chase stating that the bank had completed the investigation and found that the charges were not fraudulent.

They charged the card again and added interest to the charges.

The man told police that a few days before the initial text message, he had received a notification from Chase that a new credit card had been issued. He never received the card.

Thief takes cash, cigars in residential burglary JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Johns Creek police are investigating an Oct. 30 incident in which someone burglarized a home and removed cigars and $50 cash.

The homeowner’s son first realized something was wrong when he came home and saw that the rear sliding

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Officers found the two mummies in a wooded area while searching the neighborhood.

door was open. Several rooms had been ransacked with items strewn across the floors. He said that $50 from his room was missing The mother came home 30 minutes later. She said that four cigars were missing. Police said the back door was probably not locked before the family left that morning.

Credit card thief racks up $10,000 in fake charges JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Johns Creek police are investigating a Nov. 1 incident in which a man reported that his credit card information had been stolen and used to make $10,000 in charges.

The man was alerted to the fraud after he received a letter thanking him for his purchase and his credit card rating.

When he looked into the matter, he saw three fraudulent charges. Two were about $5,000 each to a stranger. The third charge was $12 to Chick-Fil-A. The man called his bank and closed his account before calling police.

Woman returns old TV box for full reimbursement JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Johns Creek police are investigating a fraud in which a woman returned a used TV box for a full reimbursement at the Target store on State Bridge Road recently.

The loss prevention officer at the store told police that on Oct. 18 a woman returned a Vizio TV Box and was issued a refund.

When employees checked the item, they realized someone had replaced the TV box with an old, broken model.

The back plate from the old model was

replaced with the back plate and serial number from the new model.

The value of the TV box was set at $500. Target representatives said the woman may have been part of a group that has been making similar fraudulent returns in the area.

Thief takes $900 donated to cancer patient account JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Johns Creek police are investigating an incident where $900 collected through a Go Fund Me campaign for a cancer patient was stolen.

The patient’s cousin had organized the campaign and had sent $900 Oct. 17 through Western Union.

But when the patient went to collect the contribution, she was told that a person had already picked up the money. Western Union was unable to retrieve the stolen money.

Woman reports fraud in used car transaction JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Johns Creek police are investigating a Nov. 2 incident in which a woman was scammed out of $400 while attempting to purchase a used car. The woman had attempted to buy a used car from her cousin, who said she needed to pay him $300 for the tag.

The woman complied with the charge and was told she would soon receive the title and bill of sale.

The woman then met with the cousin at a Whole Foods, where the cousin said she would need to pay an additional $100 for his time. After she did so, the woman realized she might have been scammed and called police.

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Homestead exemptions enjoy widespread support North Fulton voters pass ballot measures to cap assessments

By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmediagroup.com NORTH FULTON, Ga. — North Fulton voters overwhelmingly passed ballot measures Tuesday that will give local homeowners a break on property assessments next year and some predictability on future value increases.

Residents in Alpharetta, Milton, Johns Creek and Roswell voted nearly 3-1 in favor of a plan passed by the Legislature this March that will reset property assessments on owner-occupied homes from their current taxable value to their lowest level since 2016. From that point forward, the taxable value on these homes can only rise each year by 3 percent or the cost of living rate, whichever is lower.

The value resets on homesteaded property extend beyond North Fulton cities. Throughout the county, voters passed a similar measure to apply the same assessment formula for owneroccupied homes in the Fulton County School District.

The initiative comes in response to widespread “sticker shock” last year when Fulton County homeowners saw their property values rise by as much as 50 percent in some cases. Overall, property assessments shot up by more than 13 percent for two-thirds of county homeowners, leading to a series of public meetings where angry residents voiced their outrage.

Tuesday’s vote was gratifying for District 2 Fulton County Commissioner Bob Ellis, who has been at the forefront of the fight against wild gyrations in property assessments.

“They all passed with similar spreads: 75-80 percent,” Ellis said. “It was indicative that throughout the county, regardless of demographics, party affiliation, whatever, there was widespread support for having more predictability in property taxes.”

Ellis said he was elated by the support, but not all taxing jurisdictions had the initiatives on the ballot. Atlanta Public Schools and some cities in South Fulton were not included in the homestead exemption referendum.

The new assessment formula should also free up the backlog of appeals the county has been dealing with over the past couple of years, Ellis said.

“It doesn’t solve everything, because I think you’re still going to have appeals, and we certainly have a large batch we need to work through at the moment,” he said. “I’ve been less than pleased

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at the pace at the response at which taxpayers are getting through the appeals process. Going forward, the notion people are going to feel [appeals] are their only recourse… will normalize.”

In addition to the ballot measures to reset and cap homestead properties, Fulton voters also passed another initiative that grants a $50,000 reduction for seniors over the age of 65 who own their own homes.

Brunch Bill passes Elsewhere, North Fulton cities overwhelmingly adopted local provisions allowing for the sale of alcohol at 11 a.m. on Sundays - 90 minutes earlier than under the current law. The measure passed in Alpharetta, Roswell, Milton and Johns Creek with more than 70 percent of the vote.

In Alpharetta, the City Council has already passed a provision to amend its city code that still prohibits open carry of alcohol before 12:30 p.m. on Sundays.

In a separate ballot question, county voters backed a measure to amend the Georgia Constitution to eliminate the formation of the Fulton County Industrial District and allow for the annexation of the area by the City of South Fulton or Atlanta.

Constitutional amendments pass In other results involving ballot questions, statewide voters overwhelmingly supported five changes to the Georgia Constitution.

The first question dealt with es-

Ocee Library was an early voting location but is not open on election day. Cheryl, left, and Selina along with other volunteers have been on site to redirect more than 100 voters to the correct location. tablishing a Stewardship Trust Fund, whereby the state Legislature may devote up to 80 percent of the existing sales taxes collected by sporting goods stores into a trust fund dedicated to preserving the state’s natural resources. Its primary sponsors included the Georgia Outdoor Stewardship Coalition and The Georgia Conservancy.

Voters also supported establishment of a state business court whose judges will be appointed by the governor to serve five-year terms. Currently, State Courts and Superior Courts, whose judges are elected, consider business matters.

A third amendment that also passed Tuesday allows the Legislature to adjust the formula determining the taxable value of timber land. The amendment will create a class of qualifying timberland that would also be eligible for tax breaks, even without restrictive covenants for owners of 50-plus acres. It would require the State Department of Revenue – not local tax assessors – be responsible for assessing these properties.

“Marsy’s Law,” the fourth constitutional ballot issue, received the greatest margin of support among statewide voters, garnering 81 percent of the nearly 4 million votes cast. The amendment provides constitutional rights for crime vic-

tims to be made aware of all proceedings involving the alleged criminal; the right to be heard at any proceedings involving the release, plea or sentencing of the accused; and the right to be informed of their rights. The measure also gives the Legislature the ability to further define, expand and provide for enforcement of these rights.

Constitutional Question 5, which received more than 2-1 support from voters, allows a county or a city school district the ability to place on the ballot a referendum for a 1 percent sales and use tax for education without the consent of another school district in the county.

Two other statewide questions on the ballot passed with little opposition.

The first is a measure granting a homestead exemption to those who live in a city that levies a transportation sales tax and whose boundaries lie in more than one county and which also has an independent school system.

The second measure, which passed with 73 percent of the vote, clarifies that the existing exemption from ad valorem taxes for nonprofit homes for the mentally disabled applies even when financing for construction or upgrades of the homes is provided by a business corporation or other entity.

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Vote margin in North Fulton races Race U.S. House 6 State Senate 48 State Senate 56 State House 48 State House 49 State House 50 State House 51 State House 95

Republican Karen Handel Matt Reeves John Albers Betty Price Chuck Martin Kelly Stewart Alex Kaufmann Scott Hilton

Democrat Lucy McBath Zahra Karinshak Ellyn Jeager Mary Robichaux Krish Bralley Angelika Kausche Josh McLaurin Beth Moore

Margin D + 0.92 D + 7.06 R + 5.10 D + 0.56 R + 8.50 D + 1.34 D + 2.98 D + 2.76

Across North Atlanta, several races were decided by narrow margins.

Democrats make gains across North Fulton

By CARSON COOK carson@appenmediagroup.com NORTH FULTON, Ga. — In a night of high voter turnout, Democrats claimed Georgia’s 6th U.S. Congressional District and made gains in the state Legislature.

Many races were too close to call on election night, but on the morning of Nov. 8, Republican incumbent Rep. Karen Handel released a statement conceding the race to Democratic candidate Lucy McBath.

“After carefully reviewing all of the election results data, it is clear that I came up a bit short on Tuesday,” Handel stated on Facebook. “Congratulations to Representative-Elect Lucy McBath, and I send her only good thoughts and much prayer for the journey that lies ahead for her.”

McBath secured 50.46 percent of the vote to Handel’s 49.54 percent in the race for U.S. House District 6.

“This win is just the beginning,” McBath said in an online statement. “We’ve sent a strong message to the entire country. Absolutely nothing — no politician & no special interest — is more powerful than a mother on a mission.”

The death of McBath’s son, who was shot in 2012, led her to become a gun control advocate and was a key part of her campaign messaging.

Johns Creek voters contributed to another success for Democrats in State House District 50. Democrat Angelika Kausche edged out Republican Kelly Stewart in the district now held by secretary of state candidate Brad Raffensperger. Kausche won 50.67 percent of votes, while Stewart took 49.33 percent.

“It was a very close race, and it was, to be honest, a little nerve-wracking on Tuesday up into night,” Kausche said.

“I’m absolutely thrilled that we managed to win this seat.”

She said her victory is a sign the district has become more moderate and

that voters want compromise.

“The times where Republicans could rely on 60, 70, 80 percent wins are really, really over, and so that means that there is a mandate from the Georgia people to say ‘You know what? We want you to work together,” she said. “That mandate is for Democrats and Republicans. We have to sit down and talk to each other.”

Kausche, who got her first taste of politics working on the Jon Ossoff campaign, attributes the success of Democrats in an area once considered solidly conservative to the volunteers.

“It was really doing grassroots, reaching out to the community, and getting a lot of people involved who may not have been involved before,” she said. “We have now an infrastructure built, and we’re building off of it, that had not been there before. We got a lot of new volunteers involved during my campaign, and I’m sure they’re going to stay on. I’m confident that this base will help us into the future.”

In races for the Georgia Senate, Democrat Zahra Karinshak defeated Republican Matt Reeves 53.53 percent to 46.47 percent in District 47, which covers east Johns Creek and parts of Gwinnett County. The seat had been held by Republican David Shafer who stepped down earlier this year to run for lieutenant governor.

Republican Brandon Beach held on to his Senate District 21 seat, which covers Alpharetta, Milton and parts of east Cherokee County. Beach outpolled Democrat challenger Nicole Nash 70 percent to 30 percent.

State Sen. John Albers, the Republican incumbent, held on to District 56, which includes West Johns Creek, Alpharetta and Roswell. Albers outpolled Democrat challenger Ellyn Jeager 52.55 percent to 47.45.

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NORTH FULTON, Ga. — Millennials are not the first people that come to mind when the term “poll worker” pops up.

With all the talk about how uninvolved the younger generations are with the political process, voters might be surprised to see a youthful face checking their IDs on election days.

Alpharetta resident Jay Hornyak, 25, has been working polls in North Fulton for three years and counting. And he has yet to miss a single election, big or small.

“I don’t think as a millennial most of my public exposure to voting or its importance has been positive,” Hornyak said. “[There’s] lots of nasty attack ads and intrusive campaigning on top of voting drives that are more about voting for a particular candidate than the actual importance of expressing your political opinion. I think personally working at a poll and helping people to vote is at least partly a personal effort to put a friendly face to the process of voting where I can.”

For Hornyak, his work is a natural extension of his interest in government and politics in school. It’s a passion he’s continued to nurture as a substitute teacher in history and government for Fulton County Schools.

“Going into poll working for me was about taking an interest in the mechanics of the process and an interest in government in general,” he said. “Fortunately, it is something I’ve wound up enjoying.”

Hornyak is usually stationed at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Johns Creek during voting days. Since his time there, he said he’s noticed that city and state elections have much smaller turnouts in general and far fewer younger people participating.

And first time voters of any age almost always bring a parent with them to vote, he added.

This year in particular saw record voter turnout for midterm elections.

Over half of Georgia’s registered voters cast their vote on Nov. 6.

Hornyak’s polling station was no exception.

The voting line at Prince of Peace stretched out the door and into the rain.

The location saw one of its highest voter turnouts, with nearly a third of registered voters casting ballots on Election Day, Hornyak said.

Election Day was also when the location was equipped with the fewest voting

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Jay Hornyak, 25, has been a poll worker for three years in North Fulton.

... I think personally working at a poll and helping people to vote is at least partly a personal effort to put a friendly face to the process of voting where I can.”

Jay Hornyak Millennial poll worker machines they’ve had in recent elections, he said.

“Georgia polls are not perfect on any end of the arrangement, but run pretty efficiently for the most part,” he added.

Hornyak said that one of the most common misconceptions about poll workers is that they are volunteers.

“It is a job, and we are paid for it,” Hornyak said. “We have rules, official training and individual responsibilities. At a church potluck, you might get frowned on for forgetting to bring a dish, but if we mess up, it can cause a lot of trouble for a lot of people, so it’s all taken very seriously. No random Joe from off the street is handling your vote.”

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Johns Creek fills two top staff positions

By CARSON COOK carson@appenmediagroup.com JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — The City of Johns Creek recently brought on two new department heads, Finance Director Jeff Bohm and Communication Director Bob Mullen.

Bohm, who started mid-October, is a new Bohm face in the world of local government, but he has 20 years of experience in private sector finance, mostly in manufacturing.

“I have a lot to learn [about working in the public sector],” Bohm said. “I mean, there’s a lot of similarities Mullen because you’ve got to manage your money correctly. There’s just a lot of things in lining up with regulations that you don’t necessarily

have to deal with in the private sector.”

Bohm was drawn to the new government position because of the city’s commitment to fiscal responsibility, he said.

“What really appealed to me is that Johns Creek is a city that thrills in really spending the taxpayers’ money correctly,” Bohm said. “We’re really concerned that we’re doing it efficiently and effectively, and I think that’s a great opportunity for me to kind of give back and make that happen.”

Bohm has already hit the ground running.

It’s his job to oversee all the city’s accounting, to make sure it’s in line with all laws and regulations and to execute the will of the City Council.

“It’s really trying to understand where there are any inefficiencies and see if I can find ways to improve that,” he said. “In every organization, whether it’s private or public, you’ll find inefficiencies. It’s learning that, trying to turn over every stone and finding how to make improvement.”

Mullen took over the Communications Department in late October.

He and his team work with all the other divisions of the city, from parks to roads, and disseminate their message through the city website, social media accounts, newsletters and other official channels.

“As communications director, I see the large, overarching responsibility of reaching out to the constituency — the residents, the business community and visitors — with a consistent and coherent message about everything Johns Creek,” Mullen said.

Mullen comes to Johns Creek after seven years as the communication director in Dunwoody. Prior to that, he worked at various Atlanta-based public relations agencies.

He said his new job appealed to him because of the diverse, dynamic community in Johns Creek and the ability to work on big projects like Cauley Creek Park and the new city hall.

“One thing that excites me about working in local government, versus the private sector, we’re not just selling a widget or trying to get the latest release of a version of software . . . we’re helping

What really appealed to me is that Johns Creek is a city that thrills in really spending the taxpayers’ money correctly.”

Jeff Bohm Johns Creek finance director to create something that is lasting and permanent and resonates with the community,” Mullen said.

Bohm agreed.

“In the private sector, you’re always looking at ‘What’s the next quarter going to be? We have to answer to the market,’” Bohm said. “This is more like ‘Hey, let’s do it right. Let’s do it for the long term.”

Planning Commission gives thumbs down to residential zoning requests

By CARSON COOK carson@appenmediagroup.com JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — The Johns Creek Planning Commission voted Nov. 7 to recommend denial of two rezoning cases that would bring 200 homes to State Bridge Road near Johns Creek High School.

The proposed devolvement, submitted by Atlanta-based developers The Providence Group, would convert six single-family homes spread across 19 acres to a 174-unit subdivision and a 4-acre undeveloped lot to a 34-unit subdivision.

The units would be a mix townhomes and stacked townhomes.

The commissioners’ vote echoed the staff report, which recommended denial based on a lack of compatibility with the comprehensive land use plan and the impact on traffic, sewer systems, schools and the environment.

“We think it’s going to have a negative impact on adjacent properties,” City Planner Yang Chen said. “It’s much, much smaller than what’s surrounding it … However, if the applicant decided to propose single-family detached units of similar size and acreage, we think that the impact would be reduced.”

Six neighboring residents spoke in opposition to the developments, including representatives of the Glenhurst, Cameron Parc and Medlock Bridge

Proposed Development and Nearby Land Use Proposed Development Medlock Bridge Cameron Parc Doublegate Merrimont Cameron Forest New Haven

Density (Units/Acre) 9 1.84 4.83 1.4 6.7 1.58 8.29

Minimum Lot Size 1,260 12,000 2,000-5,000 18,000-43,560 2,000 18,000-43,560 6,000

The proposed development would be a higher density than the surrounding properties, according to city staff reports. homeowners associations.

“The citizens of Johns Creek who live around the proposed townhome development oppose the Providence Groups’s land-use petition to build 174 townhomes on State Bridge Road because the development does nothing to preserve the character of the existing residential neighborhoods in this area,” Glenhurst resident David Neuringer said.

Most of the property surrounding the proposed development is low-density, single-family homes. Across the street is a townhome community, Cameron Parc, and to the east is Johns Creek High School.

Kathy Zickert, an attorney with Smith, Gambrell and Russell representing The Providence Group, said that single-family homes were not an economically viable option for the land.

“These folks, also residents of Johns Creek, have been trying to sell their properties for over 10 years, and there has not been one single entity that has come forward to try to develop it for single-family detached product,” Zickert said.

She also said the issues raised as a negative public input were either not legally considerable in zoning cases or not enough to justify denial of the application.

According to the Providence Group, the majority of its clients are empty nesters in their 50s and 60s who would like to downsize while staying in the area, with a secondary interest in young families. The Providence Group has built several townhome communities across North Atlanta, including Merrimont, Abberley Towneship and Abbotts Bridge Place in Johns Creek in the early 2000s.

A community of mostly seniors would have less impact on traffic and schools, proponents of the development argued.

However, the city staff challenged the assertion that the community would mostly service older couples, given the proximity to high quality schools and the lack of masters-on-main and the number of stairs in the floorplan.

State Bridge Road East, or zoning case RZ-18-006, is 19 acres with a requested zoning change from R-1, low density single-family homes, to a community unity plan district. The smaller property, State Bridge Road West, or RZ-18-007, would be a change from R-1 to a townhouse residential district. The latter is split from the others by a tract of land owned by the Medlock Bridge neighborhood.

The Johns Creek City Council will consider the rezoning petition Monday, Nov. 26 during its 7 p.m. meeting at the Municipal Court, 11445 Johns Creek Parkway.

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Fulton Schools launch texting crisis line

By CARSON COOK carson@appenmediagroup.com FULTON COUNTY, Ga. — Many parents worry their teens spend too much time on their phones, but a new Fulton County School initiative uses texting as a tool to promote student health.

The school district, with the help of Fulton County Commissioner Bob Ellis, has established an anonymous crisis texting line for teens.

The program, called Text 4 Help, can help students reaching out for advice on issues ranging from academic stress to depression to substance abuse. It will now be offered in 10 high schools across the district.

Through the program, teens can connect with a licensed clinician who will respond within three minutes, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Students just need to text their message along with their school’s unique code to the number 1-844-823-5323. Texts are routed through a cloaking server to ensure anonymity.

Ellis said the all-day service was just one of the pros of a texting program. “[Teens] certainly live in an electronic world and are comfortable with that medium, but I also know many of them

Reasons teens use Text 4 Help • Depression/Anxiety 27% • Relationship Conflict 17% • Substance Abuse 12% • Self Harm / Suicide 10% • Pressure 10% • Bullying 8% • Other 19% Mental health and mood disorders are the top reasons teens use the anonymous texting service, according to the program’s national website. have reticence about coming forward and sharing stuff with parents and others about the challenges that they’re facing,” he said.

Fulton County Schools initially launched a pilot program with just a few schools in January 2018.

This school year the program expanded so it now includes Alpharetta, Banneker, Cambridge, Chattahoochee, Johns Creek, Langston Hughes, Milton, Riverwood, Roswell and Tri-Cities High Schools.

Ellis noted schools need to be sure students know about the program for it to have its maximum impact. Some schools have hung posters and included information about the program in email newsletters to get the word out.

The texting program was created by Linking Efforts Against Drugs (LEAD), a nonprofit agency based in Illinois. Ellis said he was looking into strategies other communities had used to combat the opioid epidemic, and found the program had been successful with teens in sub-

urbs of Chicago.

“It’s really about early intervention,” Ellis said. “It’s just one more tool out there that we can utilize to help our children live more healthier lives, and mental health is definitely one component of a healthier life.”

Ellis and the school district say they hope to eventually expand the program into all 19 county high schools and potentially middle schools. The Text 4 Help line is funded by a grant from the Fulton-DeKalb Hospital Authority.

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Former superintendent to lead Fulton Schools in interim Cindy Loe led district through 2009 recession

By CANDY WAYLOCK candy@appenmediagroup.com NORTH FULTON, Ga. – Former Fulton Schools Superintendent Cindy Loe is coming out of retirement — temporarily — to lead the district following the resignation of Superintendent Jeff Rose.

The selection of Loe Loe as the interim superintendent was a unanimous decision of the Fulton Board of Education, which made the announcement Nov. 7. Fulton School officials confirmed Loe will not be among those considered for the permanent position.

Loe served as Fulton Schools’ superintendent from 2008 until she retired in 2011. She worked alongside five of the seven current board members. Loe began her career as an elementary school teacher and was an associate superintendent In the Gwinnett County School System before coming to Fulton.

Last month Rose submitted his resignation amid contract talks. Although his resignation is effective Dec. 20, Rose has agreed to remain with the Fulton School System as a consultant through the end of the school year. He has been with the district since June 2017.

In announcing Loe’s selection, board president Linda McCain praised the former superintendent’s “depth of experience and strong commitment to the community” “Dr. Loe has continued to live in Fulton County [after her retirement] and has kept up her long-standing relationship with this community,” McCain said.

Of the eight superintendents who have led Fulton Schools over the past 25 years, Loe is perhaps the most battle tested.

During her three-year tenure, she launched the process to make Fulton Schools the state’s first charter district, took on the Georgia Department of Education over its unpopular math curriculum (and won), and successfully shepherded the district through the tumultuous economic collapse which began in 2009.

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School Board member Gail Dean said Loe’s leadership during the fiscal crisis was crucial in keeping Fulton Schools financially afloat, with healthy reserves.

“She led us through many incredibly tough issues and put us on the fiscal path of success that we continue on to this day,” Dean said.

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impact of the budget cuts was deep.

With a second year of plummeting revenues in 2010, Fulton School made the unpopular decision to end band and orchestra in the elementary grades.

Hundreds of positions were also eliminated, the millage rate went up, and Fulton was forced to furlough staff for the first time in years. Fulton, however, emerged among the few metro districts not forced to raid reserve funds to keep the system operational.

But it was Loe’s leadership during the “math wars” that many parents remember. When the state changed the math curriculum in 2004 to an integrated model, instead of separate concepts, (algebra, geometry, etc.) math scores began plunging.

In 2010, Loe pulled Fulton Schools out of the new math approach — to the ire of state education officials — and put the district and subsequently the rest of the state on the road to the return of traditional math.

Loe’s exact start date, salary, and other transition details will be worked out in the coming weeks, according to Fulton School officials, but she is expected to be on board before the end of the semester to collaborate on the handoff from Rose.

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Interested residents can nominate themselves. Board members must reside within the city limits and must be able to attend two-thirds of the meetings within a calendar year.

Here’s a rundown of some of the boards seeking members: • The Planning Commission reviews zoning cases and serves as a recommending body to the mayor and city council for upholding the comprehensive plan and zoning ordinances.

• The Board of Zoning Appeals reviews cases of property owners requesting variances and code interpretations on the zoning ordinances of the city.

• The Construction Board of Appeals reviews cases of variances, code interpretations or appeals to regulatory ordinances of the construction of buildings or the life safety within such structures.

• The Arts and Culture Board promotes the arts by making recommendations to the mayor and city council about enriching the city’s cultural scene.

• The Public Art Board reviews proposals for public art work and provides recommendations to the City Council. The board may develop standards for public art on city property, including the selection of works of art and special landscape treatments, with the final review and approval by the City Council.

• Recreation & Parks Advisory Committee provides input to the City Council in matters related to cityowned parks and the recreation programs operated within their confines.

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By CARSON COOK carson@appenmediagroup.com JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — The Johns Creek City Council may have set a record for its shortest meeting Nov. 5, wrapping up all official business in less than 35 minutes.

“This is how you run an efficient meeting,” Zaprowski joked Mayor Pro Tem Lenny Zaprowski who presided in Mayor Mike Bodker’s absence.

The council’s only item of new business involved conveying certain properties — primarily neighborhood streets and deceleration lanes — to city ownership. The properties were created as part of development projects and are now being ceded to the city.

At the council’s earlier work session, officials considered the widening of Jones Bridge Road from Waters Road to State Bridge Road. The project, to be funded by the transportation sales tax, had been placed on the back-burner earlier, but a number of residents of the neighboring subdivisions asked the city to reprioritize it.

The road sees 14,520 cars per day, 18 percent over capacity, according to staff reports. Original plans called for widening the thoroughfare from two lanes to four. The council agreed it would also like to see plans for a threelane widening including a center turn lane.

The council also asked to see plans that would expand the sidewalk network along the road. Dolvin Elementary School sits in the corridor, so improved sidewalks could facilitate the city’s walkto-school initiative.

Local charities give back this Thanksgiving

By CARSON COOK carson@appenmediagroup.com NORTH FULTON/FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Mention Thanksgiving and most people conjure ideas of family, food and football, but for many, the holiday is also a time for giving back.

Each year, with the help of volunteers and donors, organizations like North Fulton Community Charities and The Place of Forsyth County provide hundreds of families in need with the ingredients for a Thanksgiving feast.

“This event is very popular with the community, the families, the donors, the volunteers,” said Jacquie Tracy, the holiday coordinator for NFCC. “This one really brings out everybody.”

Both organizations assemble bags of nonperishable foods, grocery store gift cards to buy fresh fruits and vegetables, and a turkey. Volunteers will help distribute these bags to families Nov. 18, the Sunday before Thanksgiving. NFCC and the Place each expect to serve more than 400 families this year.

“Our families that have registered just absolutely love it. It really helps them celebrate the holiday,” she said.

Tracy said the North Fulton organization is in need of grocery store gift cards

Sign up to volunteer To sign up to volunteer or for more information, visit nfccholiday.org for North Fulton or theplaceofforsyth. org for Forsyth County. in increments of $25 and any nonperishable food suitable for a Thanksgiving meal. Donations can be brought to the holiday distribution site, 610 Holcomb Bridge Road in the Roswell Town Center near Big Lots. Donations will be accepted Thursday, Nov. 15 and Friday, Nov. 16 between 4 to 7 p.m.

In Forsyth County, The Place Executive Director Joni Smith said they are looking for $20 or $25 gift cards, turkeys and nonperishable foods, especially ingredients for baked desserts such as pie crust and filling or cake mix. The Place of Forsyth is at 2550 The Place Circle in Cumming.

Thanksgiving is not the only opportunity for giving. Both organizations accept food pantry items year round and coats throughout the winter.

“As we get into the colder weather, we are collecting coats, especially for kids because they outgrow them every year,” Smith said.

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Sun Valley will be a pedestrian-focused community that encourages residents and guests to enjoy this dynamic neighborhood in a new way.

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By JULIA GROCHOWSKI julia@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. — The blue tarp is up as redevelopment plans are now underway for the empty Roswell Exchange Shopping Center on the corner of Alpharetta Highway and Sun Valley Drive.

Demolition of the shopping center has already been carried out by Pollack Shores Real Estate Group to make way for a multi-family, mixed-use development spearheaded by Fuqua Development. It will include residential and commercial spaces.

The development will replace what Fuqua founder Jeff Fuqua called the “old and stressed” Roswell Exchange Shopping Center, just north of Andretti Indoor Karting & Games, which once housed a Habitat for Humanity, driving school and performing arts school.

Design review plans place the estimated total cost of the project at $87 million. Current plans for the 115,000-square-foot development include new grocery stores, retail and 300 apartments. Almost two-thirds of the apartments will be one-bedroom.

“Sun Valley will be a pedestrian-focused community that encourages residents and guests to enjoy this dynamic neighborhood in a new way,” said Steven Shores, CEO and president of Pollack Shores Real Estate Group. “We look forward to making this a premier destination for Roswell and North Fulton.”

Although plans call for restaurant and retail space, no stores have been named yet for the project, said Roswell Planning and Zoning Director Jackie Deibel.

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Redevelopment plans for the Roswell Exchange Shopping Center on the corner of Alpharetta Highway and Sun Valley Drive have passed Roswell’s Design Review Board and await land disturbance permits.

Fuqua Development is known for projects across metro Atlanta, including The Battery Atlanta at SunTrust Park, Kennesaw Marketplace, Lindbergh Place and Peachtree Corners Market.

The Roswell development was not passed without opposition. The City Council approved the plan by a narrow margin, 4-2, with then-Councilwoman Lori Henry and Councilman Marcelo Zapata opposing.

Dozens of residents from Hembree Springs Drive stayed past midnight at the meeting to protest the potential noise, nuisance and towering effects of the buildings.

In response to these protests, Fuqua

lowered its original request for five-story building heights to four stories. Additionally, Fuqua agreed to 14 conditions based on residents’ concerns that include: • Not surpassing 300 residential units and 115,000 square feet of commercial use.

• Dedicating 3,000 square feet of rightof-way to the Georgia Department of Transportation.

• Considering analyzing and constructing a roundabout on Sun Valley Drive.

• Constructing an 8-foot sidewalk along both Sun Valley Drive and Alpharetta Highway.

• Mandatory inclusion of a swimming pool, internet cafe and fitness center as amenities.

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The development has since passed unanimously through the Design Review Board process.

Currently, the development is close Packet Pg. 44 to receiving a land disturbance permit, Deibel said. Once that permit is issued, the project will obtain building permits before construction can begin.

There is no completion date set for the project, Deibel said.

For updates on the Fuqua development as well as other developments in Roswell, visit roswellgov.com/devmap.

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Atlanta moves past Amazon snub with The Gulch Ongoing training Atlanta officials are not missing a beat after finding out our city will not be the new home of Amazon’s glorified HQ2. Earlier this week, city officials moved forward on a project that will Geoff smith both help land the Assurance Financial, gsmith@lendtheway.com headquarters of a shipping company that’s been around a little longer, and will transform downtown.

Amazon’s plans were leaked to the media recently that it plans to divide its massive new headquarters between two cities. According to reports, those cities include Crystal City, Va., Dallas and New York City. Cities across the country had been scurrying to put together offers that included everything from tax incentives to actually renaming their city “Amazon” — all in hopes of wooing the new headquarters and the 25,000 employees that were supposed to come with it.

But in doing its due diligence, Amazon found it difficult to land in a city that could provide 25,000 qualified employees and also house them. So according to reports in the Wall Street Journal, it decided to split the headquarters right down the middle.

Georgia and the City of Atlanta are beasts in the world of wooing businesses, and industries for that matter, to relocate to their area. I’ve told stories of my travels to other states where I’ve talked to their representatives only to learn that they all look up to Georgia and its climate for business, growth and prosperity.

They point to the number of successful colleges, our workforce development programs, our economic diversity and our state’s ability to pull together to win deals and improve infrastructure.

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There was a lot of effort put into trying to bring Amazon to Atlanta, and no doubt there are some who may feel defeated.

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The magazine does a number of things to generate scores, including interviewing company executives, a survey that ranked Georgia at the top.

It’s hard to say exactly why Atlanta seems to be losing out to the other cities. But an article in the Atlanta Business Chronicle pointed to several things.

One was that Amazon’s team first showed up in Atlanta a couple weeks after then Lt. Gov. Casey Cagle responded to Delta Airlines’ decision to stop offering discounted fares to the NRA by saying he would “kill” any legislation that benefits Delta, if the airline didn’t back down. The Amazon team apparently pressed Gov. Nathan Deal on the issue, asking about the message it sent to corporations. According to the article, they had to set up a meeting with Delta executives and other state officials to try to ease their concerns.

Other issues seemed out of Atlanta’s control. The article pointed to the fact that Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos owns The Washington Post. In addition to being close to his paper, having a headquarters in northern Virginia offers Amazon strong connections to the U.S. government and federal spending.

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The Gulch project vote was a huge win for economic development in Atlanta, and the City Council was being lobbied and pressured from every major business group throughout the city to pass it. The Gulch is about 40 acres of parking lots and rail lines that sit just east of Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Most of the property sits well below street level, and plans are to bring all of it up to street level in the way of a platform.

This alone is estimated to take three years and an estimated at $5 billion. It would add between 1.8 million and 9.3 million square feet of office space, fix a relative eyesore, and connect areas of downtown that have been partitioned by the huge pit. There are only a handful of companies that could even attempt to take on such a project, and business groups didn’t want to miss out on the current opportunity.

Some council members were uncomfortable with the $1.9 billion in public financing that came with the approval — some of which will come from state Enterprise Zone bonds and the city’s Westside Tax Allocation District. But in the end, the council was convinced of the project’s long-term economic development benefits and approved it.

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ROSWELL, Ga. — A new business has joined the ranks on Canton Street.

Vickers Historic Roswell, a mixed-use development offering luxury apartments, held its ribbon cutting Nov. 5. The complex is located on the northern edge of downtown Roswell, right on the corner of Woodstock Road and Canton Street.

Representatives from both Roswell Inc and the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce were at the ribbon cutting to welcome Vickers to the gateway of Roswell’s Historic District.

Vickers offers dozens of one-, twoand three-bedroom apartments as well as a mix of retail and restaurants on the ground floor. Apartment floor plan sizes vary between 1,100 square feet to almost 2,000 square feet.

The development promotes walkability as one of its main draws, emphasizing its closeness the heart of Roswell, said Property Manager Lyn Stille.

Vickers is less than a 10-minute walk from the dozens of unique restaurants, shops, festivals and entertainment that has made Canton Street famous in the

Metro Atlanta area.

Other amenities Vickers offers include a fitness facility, rooftop party deck, Zen-like courtyard, and covered and reserved parking for residents.

Interior features include quartz countertops, washer and dryers, fire pit, dog run and outdoor living room areas wired for TV. About a third of the apartments have been leased out already, Stille said.

The retail, commercial and office space is about 16,000 square feet in size. No tenants have been named yet, Stille said.

Vickers has drawn criticism in the past by several residents concerning its size, scale and design after it was passed by a split City Council vote in 2015.

But despite past concerns, Stille said the development has recently seen “mostly good” responses from the community.

“The people from the neighborhood that have come to tour are very impressed with the interiors of the apartments and also the interior of the building itself,” Stille said.

For information on Vickers Historic Roswell, visit vickersroswell.com.

BUSINESSBRIEF Harry Norman Realtors welcomes Lisa Murphy CUMMING, Ga. — Harry Norman Realtors The Collection at Forsyth recently welcomed Lisa Murphy as one of the newest members of its growing team.

Murphy is a graduate of The Barney Fletcher Schools and a Member of the 400 North Board of Realtors. She has been a resident of the Atlanta area for the past 18 years.

Murphy also has a background in marketing.

She currently lives in Forsyth County with her husband Robert.

When she’s not playing with their two golden doodles, Dakota and Schmooze, you may find her playing tennis, cooking, or volunteering with community youth at Browns Bridge Church.

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When: Through Dec. 24, times vary Where: North Point Mall, 1000 North Point Circle, Alpharetta More info: northpointmall.com/ en.html

What: Johns Creek Arts Center’s annual holiday sale features original, hand-crafted fine art gifts made by instructors as well as youth and adult students.

When: Nov. 17-Dec. 22 Where: Johns Creek Arts Center, 6290 Abbotts Bridge Road, Building 700, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekarts.org

SANTA AT AVALON

THE LIGHTING OF AVALON

What: Jolly Old Saint Nick will be in his cottage at Avalon to spread Christmas cheer, take photos, story time and breakfast with Santa.

When: Nov. 19- Dec. 24 Where: Avalon, 2200 Avalon Blvd., Alpharetta More info: experienceavalon.com

What: Get in the holiday spirit with festive music and free activities for the whole family.

When: Sunday, Nov. 18; events start at 1 p.m., lighting is at 7 p.m.

Where: Avalon, 2200 Avalon Blvd., Alpharetta More info: experienceavalon.com

What: These events are designed to expose participants to new experiences; enhance selfesteem, self-confidence, and independence; and promote community involvement. Ages 15 and up.

When: Friday, Nov. 16, 7-9 p.m.

Where: Park Place at Newtown School, 3125 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek Cost: $10 at the door More info: johnscreekga.gov

HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE & PAINT COLLECTION

What: Residents have an opportunity to have their household hazardous waste and paint either recycled or properly disposed. Full list of accepted items online.

When: Saturday, Nov. 17, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Where: Alpharetta Public Works Department, 1790 Hembree Road, Alpharetta More info: alpharetta.ga.us

AUTUMN OWL PROWL

What: Enjoy an evening of stories, songs and sounds from the park as well as a special guest – an owl from the Chattahoochee Nature Center. Includes guided hike.

When: Saturday, Nov. 17, 6:30 p.m.

Where: Chattahoochee River Environmental Education Center, 8615 Barnwell Road, Johns Creek More info: nps.gov

HONORING OUR VETERANS CELEBRATION

What: Join to help celebrate, honor and thank those who have served in the nation’s military force.

When: Saturday, Nov. 17, 10-11 a.m.

Where: Veterans Memorial Walk, 3150 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekga.gov or 678-512-3200

GEEKS WHO DRINK TRIVIA

What: Categories include music and picture rounds, and each night ends with a chance to win prizes.

When: Monday, Nov. 19, 7-9 p.m.

Where: Truck & Tap, 30 Milton Ave., Alpharetta More info: truckandtap.com/ alpharetta

NAMI FAMILY TO FAMILY EDUCATION

What: A mental health advocacy group will offer free educational classes for the family and friends of individuals living with a mental illness.

When: Monday, Nov. 19, 6:30-9 p.m.

Where: Forsyth County United Way Offices, 240 Elm St., Cumming More info: namifdl.org

ALL RECOVERY MEETING

What: Join an open discussion for those in recovery from addiction.

For anyone affected by addiction.

When: Tuesday, Nov. 20, 7:30 p.m.

Where: Emory Johns Creek Hospital, 6325 Hospital Parkway, Johns Creek More info: emoryjohnscreek.com

TRUCK & TAP SINGO

What: Put your music knowledge to the test. Singo randomly plays song clips, and players must match the song titles with what appears on their cards.

When: Wednesday, Nov. 21, 7:30-11 p.m.

Where: Truck & Tap, 30 Milton Ave., Alpharetta More info: truckandtap.com/ alpharetta

SMART RECOVERY FAMILY AND FRIENDS

What: This program uses science based tools to provide support for those who are affected by the addictive behavior of someone close to them. Not a twelve step program.

When: Mondays, 7-8 p.m.

Where: DecisionPoint Wellness Center, 1070 State Bridge Road, Suite 6, Johns Creek More info: smartrecovery.org

NAVIGATORS TOASTMASTERS PATHWAYS What: Reach your personal and professional goals through Pathways, Toastmasters’ new education program.

When: Tuesdays, 7 p.m.

Where: Club House, 6300 Polo Club Drive, Cumming More info: navigators. toastmastersclubs.org

WEDNESDAY MORNING NETWORKING

What: Join for networking every Wednesday morning.

When: Wednesdays, 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Where: Perimeter Church, 9500 Medlock Bridge Road, Johns Creek Cost: $5 for members, $10 for guests More info: johnscreekga.gov or 770-495-0545

HEALTH AND FITNESS: TURKEY TROT

What: Join for a 5K, 10K, 15K or half marathon. Representatives from Blessings in a Backpack will be on hand to collect food donations for children in need.

When: Thursday, Nov. 22, 8 a.m.

Where: 3855 Johns Creek Parkway, Johns Creek Cost: Registration is $17; Free if you participated last year More info and registration: fivestarntp.com/turkeytrot-2018.html

TRYPTOPHAN HALFMARATHON IN CUMMING

What: Work up an appetite by running one of three distances: half-marathon, 10K or 5K. No dogs, baby strollers or skates.

All proceeds benefit Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta.

When: Thursday, Nov. 22, 7:30 a.m.

Where: Fowler Park, 4110 Carolene Way, Cumming Cost: Registration starts at $35 More info and registration: runsignup.com/Race/GA/ Cumming/TryptophanHalfMarathon10k5k

ZUMBA GOLD (FLEX)

What: Combines the international rhythms of the Zumba Gold program with the strength training techniques, creating an easy-to-follow, health-boosting dance fitness program.

When: Fridays, 10:30 a.m.

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

EVENING RIVER CANOE TRIP

What: Take an urban adventure and learn about wildlife with an experienced river guide. Ages 6 and up.

When: Saturdays, 5-8 p.m.

Where: Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell Cost: $30 for nonmembers, $25 for members More info and tickets: chattnaturecenter.org

ENERGY YOGA

What: Physical exercises to open and clear energy. Utilizes Qi Gong and meditation techniques.

When: Sundays, 10:15 a.m.

Where: Ocee Library, 5090 Abbotts Bridge Road, Johns Creek More info: afpls.org

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RELIGIOUS EVENTS: THERAPEUDIC YOGA

What: Gain health benefits from relaxing yoga that emphasizes strength and flexibility. No experience necessary. Taught by an advanced certified yoga instructor.

When: Wednesdays, 9:45-11 a.m.

Where: Roswell United Methodist Church, 814 Mimosa Blvd., Roswell More info: rumc.com or 770261-1705

WEDNESDAY NIGHTS OUT

What: Join for weekly dinner and fellowship. Volunteers needed for serving and cleaning.

When: Wednesday nights, 4:456:30 p.m.

Where: Roswell United Methodist Church, 814 Mimosa Blvd., Roswell Cost: $7 per adult More info: rumc.com/wno

BE RICH LOVE WEEK

What: North Point Ministries’ annual campaign to thank public servants with a note of appreciation and optional gift card.

When: Nov. 18-24 Where: North Point Community Church, 4350 North Point Parkway, Alpharetta More info: berich.org/love/

“DON’T BE AFRAID: LISTENING TO GOD”

What: Join Rev. Caitlin Phillips and Rev. Beverly Markham for a time of contemplation and rest.

Be still, be present and be attentive to God. When: Nov. 18, 25 and Dec. 2, 9; 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Where: Alpharetta Presbyterian Church, 180 Academy St., Alpharetta More info: alpharettapres.com

MISSION AND COMMUNITY SUNDAY

What: Join Mission and Community Day Sunday and invite a friend or neighbor. This year’s theme is “The Least of Thee.”

When: Sunday, Nov. 18, 11 a.m.

Where: St. James United Methodist Church, 3000 Webb Bridge Road, Alpharetta More info: stjamesumc.org

BLOOD DRIVE

What: Help save a life by giving blood.

When: Sunday, Nov. 18, 8 a.m.12:45 p.m.

Where: St. Davids Episcopal Church, 1015 Old Roswell Road, Roswell More info: stdavidchurch.org

GUEST PREACHER: REV. AISHA BROOKS-LYTLE

What: Rev. Aisha BrooksLytle, who serves as Executive Presbyter of the Greater Atlanta Presbytery, will be the guest preacher at worship.

When: Sunday, Nov. 18, 9:30 and 11 a.m.

Where: Alpharetta Presbyterian Church, 180 Academy St., Alpharetta More info: alpharettapres.com

WEDNESDAY NIGHT SUPPERS What: Make and grow faithbased friendships for all ages.

Enjoy a hot meal and/or volunteer.

When: Wednesdays, 5:15-6:45 p.m.

Where: Alpharetta First United Methodist Church, 69 North Main St., Alpharetta More info: afumc.org

MUSIC, ARTS & THEATER: “THE ADDAMS FAMILY”

What: Crabapple Middle School theater will present a show based on the classic TV series “The Addams Family.”

When: Nov. 15-16, 7 p.m.; Nov. 17, 2 p.m.

Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell Cost: $10 in advance, $15 at the door More info and tickets: 470-2544520

“PACIFICO” LIVE

What: Hear the solo project by musician Matthew Schwartz, described as an audible collage.

When: Saturday, Nov. 17, 6-9 p.m.

Where: Jekyll Brewing, 2855 Marconi Drive, Ste. 350, Alpharetta More info: jekyllbrewing.com

JAZZ AT FIREFLY

What: Free, live music each week.

When: Saturday, Nov. 17, 8:3011 p.m.

Where: Firefly Restaurant & Bar, 3070 Windward Plaza, Alpharetta More info: fireflyalpharetta.com

POTTERY SHOW AND SALE

What: Annual pottery sale at a working studio featuring multiple artists. Browse handcrafted gifts for everyone for the holiday.

When: Saturday, Nov. 17, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 18, 12-3 p.m.

Where: Lynn’s Clayhouse, 155 Enterprise Drive, Ste. A, Cumming More info: lynnsclayhouse.biz

“NIGHT AND DAY”

What: “Night and Day” is an original play written by Libby Colon. The story revolves around the Butler family who is experiencing spiritual warfare.

When: Friday, Nov. 16, 7 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 17, 5 p.m.

Where: First Redeemer Church, 2100 Peachtree Parkway, Cumming Cost: $5 More info: frcconservatory. mymusicstaff.com

STEELY DAN PRETZEL LOGIC JAM

What: “Pretzel Logic” by Steely Dan has been ranked as one of the all-time top albums. Hear a tribute to it by jazz-fusion group Bad Ash All-Star Team.

When: Sunday, Nov. 18, 7:30-9 p.m.

Where: The Velvet Note, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta Cost: $29 More info and tickets: thevelvetnote.com

SPOTLIGHT ARTIST: JANE TURNER HASSELER

What: Jane Turner Haesller returns with her “People on Canton” exhibit. Her acrylic and ink renderings depict the people and businesses on Roswell’s Canton Street.

When: Nov.1- Dec. 29, all day Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell More info: roswellgov.com

NATURALLY ARTISTIC: CELEBRATING THE FOUR ELEMENTS

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LIBRARY EVENTS: CLASSICAL INDIAN DANCE (KATHAK) CLASS

What: The class aims to ground students in technique through basic footwork, movement, spins and technical compositions.

Learn the basics of Kathak Dance and its terminology. Free.

When: Friday, Nov. 16, noon-1 p.m.

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

“FANTASTIC BEASTS AND WHERE TO FIND THEM”

What: Watch the first “Fantastic Beasts” movie for free before the second one comes out.

When: Saturday, Nov. 17, noon2:15 p.m.

Where: Ocee Library, 5090 Abbotts Bridge Road, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org or 770-3608897

THANKSGIVING ART

What: Johns Creek Art will create a Thanksgiving themed craft.

Ages 5 and up. Limited to 20 participants. Registration required.

When: Saturday, Nov. 17, 2-3 p.m.

Where: Ocee Library, 5090 Abbotts Bridge Road, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org or 770-3608897

FLY FISHING

What: Fly fishing is a yearround and worldwide sport.

This class will cover some of the basic tackle, rods and reels to get anglers started.

When: Sunday, Nov. 18, 2-4 p.m.

Where: Sharon Forks Library, 2820 Old Atlanta Road, Cumming More info: forsythpl.org

What: Get inspired to reflect on nature through various forms of art, including painting, sculpture and more at multiple art stations throughout the property.

When: All days, through Nov. 30 Where: Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell Cost: Free for members, $10 for nonmembers More info: chattnaturecenter. org

What: Bring sleeping bags, pillows, picnic lunch and popcorn to watch “Wreck It Ralph” on the big screen.

When: Tuesday, Nov. 20, 11:15 a.m.-1 p.m.

Where: Post Road Library, 5010 Post Road, Cumming More info: forsythpl.org

AVALON NIGHTS LIVE

TURKEY DAY TALES

What: Unwind after a long week with live music in The Plaza.

When: Fridays, 6-8 p.m.

Where: Avalon, 2200 Avalon Blvd., Alpharetta More info: awesomealpharettta. com

“WRECK IT RALPH”

What: Join for special stories, songs and a puppet show all about Thanksgiving. All ages welcome.

When: Tuesday, Nov. 20, 11:1511:45 p.m.

Where: Cumming Library, 585 Dahlonega St., Cumming More info: forsythpl.org

“ FERDINAND THE BULL WITH MUSIC”

What: Listen to a reading of “Ferdinand the Bull” set to violin music and kids learn about the violin, other string instruments and the orchestra.

When: Saturday, Nov. 17, 1111:30 a.m.

Where: Ocee Library, 5090 Abbotts Bridge Road, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org or 770-3608897

JOURNEY TO LITERACY

What: Children will hear a story and complete a craft project.

Children will be able to take home a copy of the book presented in the program. Ages 3-8.

When: Saturday, Nov. 17, 11 a.m.-noon Where: East Roswell Library, 2301 Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell More info: afpls.org or 404-6134050

HISTORY BOOK CLUB

What: Join for a discussion on “Writer, Sailor, Soldier, Spy: A Biography of Ernest Hemingway,” by Nicholas Reynolds.

Copies of the book are available at the circulation desk.

When: Tuesday, Nov. 20, 6-7 p.m.

Where: Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org or 404-6134402

THANKSGIVING MAKE & TAKE CRAFT

What: Stop by and make a quick Thanksgiving themed craft. Ages 3-12.

When: Wednesday, Nov. 21, 3:30-4:30 p.m.

Where: East Roswell Library, 2301 Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell More info: afpls.org or 404-6134050

PET ADOPTIONS: FORSYTH COUNTY ANIMAL SHELTER

What: Pet adoptions When: Tuesdays through Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Where: The Forsyth County Animal Shelter, 4065 County Way, Forsyth County More info: 678-965-7185

FULTON COUNTY ANIMAL SERVICES

What: Pet adoptions When: Every Saturday and Sunday, noon-5 p.m.

Where: PetSmart, 6370 North Point Parkway, Alpharetta More info: 404-613-4958

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American Commerce Bank’s Johns Creek staff: Steve Wilson, SBA Dep’t. Manager, Pat Thomas, Customer Service, Soraya Kenney, Branch Manager, Carlos Laverde, Market President, Karen Chavarria, Personal Banker, Travis Carithers, Teller.

Thankful to serve our community Local banks prosper as their communities prosper. American Commerce Bank is grateful for the opportunity to serve North Fulton through its “Community of One” campaign. In keeping with the Thanksgiving season, ACB staff recently hosted a customer appreciation day and participated at several local events. Events like these help to build civic pride and progress.

Community bankers do a great deal more than foster commerce. They serve as financial educators and advisors.

They enable customers to track, measure and plan financial resources.

Bankers help to establish savings, execute business plans and build futures.

At American Commerce Bank, we serve our community by helping personal and business customers reach their goals.

In recent weeks, ACB took part in the Emory-Johns Creek Community Expo to help attendees better understand banking products and services. The event led to several follow-up visits from interested participants. Bank employees also attended the Roswell Women’s Organization 2018 Homes Tour benefitting education and North Fulton charities. “Our participation does a lot more than gener-

ate new business”, says personal banker Karen Chavarria, “it helps our communities by connecting people with important financial tools. Finance is intimidating to a lot of people.

Our job is to help people become successful using the resources we have to offer”.

American Commerce Bank offers commercial and personal banking services to the North Fulton markets from its branch in Johns Creek. The bank offers customized lending solutions and SBA loan programs as well as highly convenient on-line banking and treasury management services.

The bank’s experienced staff pride themselves in knowing their customers by name and in meeting the needs of businesses and their employees. By catering lending and deposit services to the specific needs of business and consumer customers, ACB provides industry-leading solutions to support the growth and success of our communities.

For more information about American Commerce Bank, stop by the branch located at 10690 Medlock Bridge Road, or visit www.AmericanCommerceBank. com

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Charities organization marks 35 years serving North Fulton

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ROSWELL, Ga. — It’s been 35 years since North Fulton Community Charities was established to build self-sufficiency and prevent homelessness in the area.

And while its programs have made great strides, establishing it as one of the go-to local charities for emergencies, its leaders have noticed growing need in some North Fulton populations.

North Fulton Community Charities staff met with the community Nov. 8 at Roswell First Baptist Church to provide an annual report and speak on these issues.

The nonprofit is “bursting at the seams” providing help to local individuals and families, said NFCC President Jim Pope.

Its education programs in particular — which include literacy programs, GED classes, and financial readiness programs — are beyond capacity, said Director of Programs Eden Purdy.

Those who participate in these programs report that almost 90 percent have gone on to successfully increase their wages or improved wage earning potential, leading to greater self-sufficiency, she added. And several of the GED program graduates have gone on to study at local colleges.

North Fulton Community Charities also provides families in need with financial and food assistance year round.

“We’re the first line of defense for our families and the most consistent line of defense,” said Director of Food Pantry Services Mel Fortin.

Over the past year, the nonprofit has raised and given out over a million pounds of food, toiletries and other basic necessities.

Fortin said she hopes to sustain that momentum and do it again next year.

The bulk of these items come from community donations. Director of Thrift Shop Services Tina Adams urged people to consider donating as they clean out their homes for the holidays.

“You’re not just donating to a thrift shop,” Adams said. “You’re donating to a family and individuals in need.”

Now that the holiday season has started, it’s the busiest time of the year for North Fulton Community Charities.

“For many of our families, it’s the most stressful time of the year, both emotionally and financially,” Purdy said.

North Fulton Community Charities hopes to alleviate some of that stress through several holiday programs, including a warm coat drive and providing

National Hunger and Homelessness Week Nov. 10-18 is National Hunger and Homelessness Week, an annual program to raise awareness of the disadvantaged.

Poverty is a growing issue in the Atlanta suburbs. Nearly 20 percent of students enrolled in North Fulton County Schools have free or reduced lunches, and close to 40 percent of homeless students in Fulton County Schools attend schools in North Fulton, said North Fulton Community Charities Director of Development Holly York.

North Fulton Community Charities combats these problems by providing food and services to those in need. The nonprofit gives out over nine tons of donated food each week.

To learn more or to donate, visit nfcchelp.org.

Thanksgiving meals and holiday toys to help brighten up the holidays for those in need.

More than 650 families on average participate in these holiday programs. And over the past few years, the number of participating seniors in particular has grown.

Seniors, along with single adults without children, are two vulnerable, growing populations that North Fulton Community Charities staff has identified as needing help.

Volunteers have contributed to the most critical parts of the operations, helping to make North Fulton Community Charities’ mission a reality, Pope said.

Volunteers are the “heart and soul” of the nonprofit, he added.

Currently, North Fulton Community Charities has over 400 active volunteers who have collectively worked over 108,000 hours in the past year. One volunteer in particular, Pam McKemie, was honored at the presentation as the Volunteer of the Year.

North Fulton Community Charities also honored three other partners of the year at the presentation: St. David’s Episcopal Church was recognized as the Faith Partner of the Year, the City of Roswell Police Department as the Civic Partner of the Year and Synchrony as the Business Partner of the Year.

To learn more about North Fulton Community Charities, upcoming fundraisers, community resources and volunteer opportunities, visit nfcchelp.org.

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Northern Ridge District announces October Eagle Scouts NORTH FULTON, Ga. — The Northern Ridge Boy Scout District – which includes Roswell, Alpharetta, Johns Creek and Milton – recently announced its newest Eagle Scouts. These Scouts passed their Board of Review Oct. 25 at Alpharetta Presbyterian Church: • Jackson Franklin, of Troop 1459, sponsored by St. Aidan’s Episcopal Church, removed a dilapidated playground set and restored a new playground area at the church.

• Leo Miele, of Troop 3000, sponsored

by Birmingham United Methodist Church, designed and constructed a 120-foot fence with a gate for Birmingham Park.

• Alexander Boyer, of Troop 143, sponsored by Johns Creek United Methodist Church, created travel bags with clothes and toys for foster children to take with them when they go to different families. Boyer created 70 zipper bags for boys and girls of all ages.

• Matthew Page, of Troop 3143, sponsored by Johns Creek United Methodist Church, collected 594 pairs of shoes for Soles for Souls organization, which will bring the shoes to those in need in Africa.

• Trevor Mueller, of Troop 3000, sponsored by Birmingham United Methodist Church, designed and con-

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In the top row, from left, stand new Eagle Scouts Jackson Franklin, Leo Miele, Alexander Boyer, Matthew Page and Trevor Mueller. In the bottom row, from left, stand Hunter Cartwright, Jake Keepers, Edgar Martinez-Morales and Lawrence He. structed a prayer/meditation labyrinth at the church.

• Hunter Cartwright, of Troop 430, sponsored by St. David’s Episcopal Church, designed and created three picnic tables. He also restored four

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existing picnic tables for the church.

• Jake Keepers, of Troop 431, sponsored by Roswell United Methodist Church, designed and constructed a rock garden at Mountain Park Elementary School.

• Edgar Martinez-Morales, of Troop 10, sponsored by St. Benedict’s Catholic Church, collected, assembled and distributed 252 care packages as well as food items and generators to the victims of Hurricane Maria in

the Sector Los Cafe of Conovanas, Puerto Rico. These kits contained flashlights, toiletries, first aid kits and batteries.

• Lawrence He, of Troop 2143, sponsored by Johns Creek United Methodist Church, restored the outdoor classroom at Autrey Mill Nature Preserve and Heritage Center. He also built a chalkboard, cleaned five benches and spread mulch over the classroom and trail leading to the classroom.

Democrats: Continued from Page 6 In the State House, incumbent Republican Rep. Chuck Martin held on to District 49. In the mostly Alpharetta district, Martin won 54.25 percent of votes, while his challenger Krish Bralley drew 45.75 percent.

Democrats Mary Robichaux in House District 48 and Beth Moore in House District 95 managed upsets of Republican incumbents. In Roswell’s District 48, the race was decided by fewer than 200 votes, with Robichaux receiving 50.28 percent to Betty Price’s 49.72 percent.

In District 95, which includes Gwinnett County and part of Johns Creek, Moore garnered 51.38 percent of the vote, while

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Scott Hilton took 48.62 percent.

In an open House race, Democrat Josh McLaurin defeated Alex Kaufman in District 51, which mostly covers Sandy Springs. McLaurin earned 51.49 percent of the vote to Kaufman’s 48.51 percent.

Across Johns Creek, voter turnout was 65.67 percent, compared with 60.75 percent statewide.

The busiest precinct was Shakerag Elementary School with 3,197 votes cast, while the precinct with the highest turnout was Mount Pisgah United Methodist Church, with 73.33 percent of registered voters casting ballots.

In Johns Creek, 12,585 more votes were cast than in the 2014 midterms, when turnout was 49.78 percent in the city and 50.03 percent statewide.

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Teen takes the stage at Atlanta Symphony Hall

By NIK GLATT interns@appenmediagroup.com JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Johns Creek resident Jason Guo, 16, took to the stage Nov. 4 and performed Sergei Rachmaninoff’s “Piano Concerto No. 2” as a featured soloist with the Atlanta Symphony Youth Orchestra.

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The Youth Orchestra is a nationally recognized organization that consists of the region’s most talented young musicians. Each year, over three hundred student musicians audition for the orchestra’s one hundred slots.

Guo, a student of The Paideia School, started to play the piano at a young age and was inspired by his older sister. As a member of the Youth Orchestra, he dedicates his time to weekly rehearsals and live performances.

“I have learned a lot from rehearsing with an orchestra,” Guo said. “I believe that experience cannot be provided by a solo work… Chamber music is very different from solo performances in that not only do you have to listen to yourself, but you also have to listen to others.”

In addition to playing with the Atlanta Symphony Youth Orchestra, Guo

travels the country to perform in various piano competitions.

Some of his accomplishments include winning first place at the 2018 Nashville Piano International Competition, the 2018 Georgia Member Teacher Association’s Concerto Competition, and the 10th grade division Piano Competition.

He was also awarded second place at the 2018 American Protege International Concerto Competition.

Guo has also performed at Carnegie Hall in New York and attended the 2016 Boston University Tanglewood Institute’s Young Artists Piano program.

“It is quite an experience performing in different venues across the country,” Guo said. “Though it may be nervewracking, over time I have gotten used to performing for others, regardless of audience size, and now I find it fun to perform for anyone.”

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The keys to happiness in the wintertime outdoors Well, it’s finally getting cooler outside. Maybe late fall is here at last. It’s been a little rainy, too. Colder weather… chilly rain…yes, winter may be here at last. Do cold or rainy days mean the end STEVE HUDSON of outdoor advenGet Outside Georgia, aa4bw@comcast.net ture? Not at all! In fact, many outdoors enthusiasts (myself included) relish those winter days afield. Without getting too poetic about it, there’s something kind of magical and mysterious about hiking (or, yes, you know me, even fishing) when the skies are gray and the temperatures are in the 34s or 30s or below. It’s a heady experience, and it’s addictive. It really is.

The key to enjoying it is to stay warm and dry.

That’s what I want to talk about with you this week – the challenge of staying warm and dry in the wintertime outdoors.

Let’s look at the “dry” part first.

As anyone who’s ever hiked in the rain can tell you, it takes very little rain to get you totally and completely soaked.

Even a light mist will turn that dry sweater into a soggy, chilly burden. The key is to keep the rain off of you, and the way to do that is with a breathable rain jacket.

Breathable jackets are designed to keep you dry without making you all sweaty. The fabric from which they’re made is manufactured with tiny pores which are too small to allow molecules of liquid water (rain) to get in. However, those same pores will pass smaller molecules of water vapor. That means that as you perspire, the water vapor doesn’t stay trapped inside the jacket (which would make you feel clammy and chilly) but instead escapes through the pores.

The jacket “breathes,” in other words, and you stay dry.

What about keeping the rain off the lower part of your body? Some go with breathable hiking pants. Others use a breathable poncho, which is longer than a rain jacket and which thus keeps the lower half of you dry better than would a jacket alone. I have a breathable poncho as well as a breathable rain jacket, and I use them both. But if the rain is heavy, then the poncho does a better job of keeping my lower body dry.

While thinking about staying dry, don’t forget your head. Most breathable jackets have a hood to keep your head dry. If yours does not, you’ll want a hat too. A breathable hat does for your head what the breathable jacket does for your upper body, but just about any

The key to staying warm in the wintertime outdoors is to layer your clothing. Start with a thin “wicking” layer next to your skin. sort of water-resistant hat will do. Note, however, that a typical ball cap won’t cut it when it’s cold and rainy. It offers no insulation and soon gets soggy, leading to the dreaded condition known as “cold and soggy head.” And when you’re hiking, that’s no fun at all.

Now – what about the “warm” part of that equation?

The key to staying warm in the wintertime outdoors is to layer your clothing. Start with a thin “wicking” layer next to your skin. Such garments are designed to “wick” perspiration out and away from your skin and help you avoid feeling clammy and chilled.

On top of that, put an insulating layer of some sort. This can be a wool or wool/ cotton blend shirt (which works as long as you keep it dry) or a fleece pullover.

The outer layer is your wind and water barrier, typically your breathable jacket.

The same idea applies to your feet.

Cold, damp feet make for a miserable outdoor experience, but that doesn’t have to be a problem. Try layering your socks (with thin wicking socks next to your skin and thicker wool socks on the outside) or wearing one of the engineered cold-weather hiking socks that are now available. Also, make sure that your hiking shoes are not too tight, for too-tight shoes will reduce circulation and soon make your feet feel cold.

Pay similar attention to your hands.

You’ll lose a lot of heat through uninsulated hands, but it’s easy to keep your hands warm even on very chilly days. I like wool or synthetic gloves with open fingertips; the glove keeps my hands warm, while the exposed fingertips make it easy to operate my GPS or use my camera.

On extremely cold days, take along a couple of those warming packs too. They can make a real difference.

If you’re not sure how to configure all of this, talk to the folks at an experienced outdoor outfitter. They’ll help you get the gear you need to enjoy the out-of-doors even when it’s cold and wet outside – and when you do, I guarantee that you’ll discover a side of the outdoor experience that you won’t soon forget So look for me on the trail in the coming weeks – yes, even if it’s cold and wet and rainy!

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Providing acceptance for special people

By LEE CHADWICK Guest contributor Erin was a gentle, sensitive girl just slightly different in her manner than other kids her age … now because of that small variance, she is gone.

Chadwick She took her life at 17.

Kids on the autism spectrum frequently have difficulty making friends — and even if they feel like they are making progress during the week, social networking proves to them they are not. Never invited to a party, or a movie, they can clearly see their classmates enjoying these activities — always without them.

In their grief, Erin’s parents Darren and Stacy Horst, wished there had been a place where Erin could have experienced the relief and comfort of true acceptance, relief that a difference could have made life manageable for her.

So, from that dark and hopeless place, the Horsts created E’s Club, a bright comfortable place where other kids on the spectrum frequently excluded like Erin, could always feel welcome, accepted and included. The Horsts were determined to help protect other parents from experiencing such a unbearable tragedy. E’s Club was born out of their sheer determination and the resolve of that vision, to serve others.

Frequently, toddlers seem to be developing as expected. Then without much warning, it becomes clear this beautiful child is going to require a uniquely varied combination of opportunities to reach their true potential.

Parents learn that the range of differences in these kids is so drastic that even getting help to define what is possible for them can be nearly impossible.

While other students immerse themselves in the excitement of the college application process, many of these kids will experience this common rite of passage as further evidence that they are, and will always be, outsiders. Entering adolescence brings a growing self-awareness for all kids. For kids on the spectrum it clarifies their difference — compounded and reinforced by the reactions of others.

In my own experience as a chaperone at E’s club, I have spoken to high

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Kids on the autism spectrum frequently have difficulty making friends — and even if they feel like they are making progress during the week, social networking proves to them they are not. school seniors (who are college bound) about the philosophy of a civil society and the complex challenges of negotiating policy with North Korea.

Sometimes, I just sit at the table with members drawing quietly. The most socially confident students can even learn to play pool. There are kids playing video games while more may choose to watch them in silence. However, whether these young adults do, or do not, participate is totally OK. Here it is comfortable, because their silence or lack of eye contact is always unremarkable in this wonderfully predictable haven.

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