Milton Herald – December 29, 2016

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Happy New Year!

Editor Kathleen Sturgeon’s take on 2016 ►►page 8

Roswell extends Southern Skillet lease

Contract with Development Authority under fire ►►page 4

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Milton Theatre wins regional

Takes first for One Act production ►►page 7

Book brings veterans together

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Happenstance meeting of neighbors ►►page 10

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A look back at 2016

Each year, our editors comb through the year’s archives of stories to select the most talked about and impactful articles.

This year’s selections look at stories at

the local level that are helping to shape Fulton County and the city of Milton.

See “Year in Review,” Pages 12 - 13

1. Milton parks and rec department named agency of the year by the Georgia Recreation and Park Association.

2. Milton council denies texting resolution.

3. Mayor Joe Lockwood cuts the cake with Milton City Council members to celebrate 10 years as a city

Sports year in review Look back on the best athletic moments ►►page 14

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Wary bank manager catches fraud attempt MILTON, Ga. — A bank reported a case of fraud in progress Dec. 13 when two women attempted to cash a fake $1,280 check.

The manager at the Navy Federal Credit Union on Windward Parkway, however, stopped the two women. They were using the name, driver’s license and debit card of a customer the manager was familiar with.

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Car broken into during morning walk JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — A woman reported that her car was broken into Dec. 14 when she found that the window had been smashed.

The woman had parked her red 2008 BMW at Ocee Park early that morning while she took a walk. Before leaving the car, she placed a coat over her purse and locked the vehicle.

When the woman returned an hour later, the passenger side window was broken and her purse was missing.

According to police, the suspect gained entry by using a pry bar.

There were no prints or other evidence left behind due to the weather.

The woman was told to contact her creditors and place a fraud alert on her information.

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Public Safety

ALPHARETTA, Ga. — A wanted person was found and arrested Dec. 13 during a routine patrol.

Alpharetta police were patrolling shortly after midnight at the Planters Ridge Neighborhood, when they found a car matching the description in several

The card holder had also recently cancelled her card and placed a fraud alert on the account.

The manager kept the cards to give to police along with surveillance footage of the incident.

Police contacted the customer whose identity had been stolen, and she said that her car had been broken into and her purse stolen two days before.

complaints submitted by residents.

The neighbors had told police that the driver was not a resident and was seen sleeping several times in the parked car, a blue 2003 Jaguar X-Type.

The driver, 41-year-old Malik Dixon of Alpharetta was found in the car along with another man. Dixon was found to have a full nationwide extradition warrant for his arrest on robbery and probation violation charges from the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office.

Dixon was arrested, and the other man was released.

Unlocked car stolen from driveway MILTON, Ga. — A woman reported that her car was stolen overnight Dec. 19.

The woman normally kept her white 2016 Range Rover Evoque in her driveway every night, but on the morning of Dec. 19, it was gone. She said that she also leaves the key fob in the car with the doors unlocked “at all times.”

Police contacted the bank the woman was leasing the car through, but a representative said that they had not repossessed it.

The woman gave police the car’s VIN number and other information to aid in the investigation.

Employee nailed for $1.8K theft MILTON, Ga. — A store employee was arrested Dec. 18 for stealing $1,800 worth of merchandise through decep-

tive transactions.

The 18-year-old employee was allegedly caught on camera several times Dec. 7-18 falsely voiding items during transactions or altering their prices.

The merchandise included mostly food, toys and clothes.

The employee was arrested without incident for felony theft by deception.

Woman hit with $2,4K fraud JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — A woman reported a case of identity fraud Dec. 15 when she found two transactions on her Best Buy account that she did not make.

The woman was first alerted to the incident when she received an email from Best Buy confirming two transactions made with her credit card. They were for a $1,000 drone and a $1,400 laptop that she had not purchased.

The woman was able to confirm that the transactions were first attempted using her Best Buy credit card, but after it was declined, they were completed using her credit card. She said that she does not know how the account was breached, but has cancelled all of her cards.

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“Eyedentify” Diabetes Complications (part one) Diabetic patients, particularly older ones, may present with several diabetes-related ocular complications on a daily basis. As eyecare providers, we are uniquely qualified to not only manage the disease’s ocular complications, but to also educate patients on how best to take care of themselves. Here, I discuss diabetes in the eye, the most up-todate treatment.

Ocular adnexa Uncontrolled diabetic patients (those who do not check their blood sugar often enough and/or do not follow a strict regimen of diet and exercise) are at high risk for developing infections, such as preseptal and orbital cellulitis, vs. their controlled counterparts due to a weakened immune system.

Preseptal cellulitis presents as acute lid erythema and edema restricted to the soft tissues preceding the orbital septum. The bacterial infection is usually due to the local spread of dacryocystitis (nasolacrimal sac swelling), a neighboring sinusitis, from eyelid trauma, hordeolum or an external ocular infection. The most efficacious treatment is oral antibiotics.

Orbital cellulitis is characterized by a severely edematous painful upper eyelid, often accompanied by ophthalmoplegia, lid erythema and fever. An afferent pupillary defect may be present depending on the amount of optic nerve involvement. This condition places patients at risk for meningitis and can lead to death. The management protocol for orbital cellulitis is immediate referral to the nearest ER for stat CT, blood cultures and iv antibiotics.

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Ocular musculature Uncontrolled diabetes, which is a microvascular disease, may cause poor circulation of the microvasculature that feeds the extra-ocular muscles. This can elicit ptosis secondary to levator weakening, as well as strabismus secondary to cranial nerve (CN) III, IV or VI paresis. Generally, CN VI tends to be more commonly affected at 50%, with CN III a close second at 43%. Cranial nerve IV is rarely affected at 7%, says a study in Ophthalmology.

When a diabetic patient presents with strabismus, consider the “whole” patient. If the patient is age 55 or older, the pathology is most likely microvascular. If the patient is younger than age 55,we need to rule out compressive lesions affecting the cranial nerves by having the patient perform a visual field test and referring him/her for a neurological evaluation.

The ocular surface Peripheral neuropathy, which is diabetes-induced nerve damage that causes loss of sensation, numbness and occasionally feet, leg or hand pain, can affect corneal sensitivity, interrupting the neurotransmission feedback loop. This, in turn, causes an increase in ocular surface inflammation and an elevated risk of dysfunctional tear syndrome. So, diabetic patients tend to have dry eye disease.

Treatment for these patients involves the aggressive use of preservative-free tears, as well as anti-inflammatory therapy (when inflammation is present) to alleviate any epithelial defects, which can place these patients at risk for keratitis. The tears can be used as much as necessary. Steroids are typically prescribed q.i.d., and cyclosporine ophthalmic emulsion 0.05% (Restasis, Allergan) or Lifitegrast 5% (Xiidra, Shire) is usually prescribed b.i.d.

Research reveals diabetic patients also exhibit a growing incidence of corneal epithelial pathology, such as punctate epithelial erosions, recurrent corneal erosions and corneal ulcers. The reason: Type 2 diabetics have an increase in sorbitol (a sugar alcohol the body slowly metabolizes), which can, in turn, damage the corneal epithelium. Specifically, increasing levels of glucose in the blood cause an increase in sorbitol, which induces a decrease in hemidesmosomes in the corneal epithelium. This reduction causes a weakened adhesion of the epithelium to the underlying stroma, leading to an increase in the breakdown of the epithelium.

For this reason, when selecting contact lenses for diabetic patients, prescribe strict daily wear, explain the importance of compliance on lens disposal, and educate on the significance of using efficacious cleaning and storage solutions. Also, direct these patients to immediately remove lenses if redness, discomfort, foreign body sensation or decreased vision occurs, as this may signal a serious infection.

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Roswell City Council votes 3-2 to extend Southern Skillet lease

By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. – A long-simmering argument over development of the old Southern Skillet property on Alpharetta Street came to the fore again Dec. 12 when city leaders considered renewing the lease to the Downtown Development Authority.

The city purchased the 4-acre property last January for $4.8 million, and the DDA then acquired the site by way of a loan from the city in March. Since then, the DDA has begun drawing up plans to market the tract for possible mixed-use development.

That marketing plan again raised the hackles of some city councilmembers who argued over a provision allowing the DDA to keep profits from the sale.

Though their position failed to sway a majority, councilmembers Mike Palermo and Marcelo Zapata argued that if anyone should stand to gain from the sale, it should be the taxpayers who were footing the bill for the property purchase.

Mayor Jere Wood said the profits come from the work of the DDA. Using the “profits” to create a revolving fund simply allows the DDA capital to make more improvements for the city.

The Downtown Development Authority is a volunteer organization, chartered by state legislation, whose aim is to promote downtown development and redevelopment.

DDA Treasurer Dave Schmit told the City Council the organization is in the process of collecting “requests for qualifications” from potential developers. That process, Schmit said, should wrap up in January, after which time the DDA will seek specific proposals from potential buyers.

“Our goal would be to see a closing

Palermo

Horton

sometime in the second half of the year,” Schmit said.

It was a comparably sedate presentation for Schmit who, three months ago, threw his arms up in frustration when the City Council argued for 90 minutes over the development process.

By the narrowest of margins, the council voted then to let the DDA proceed with marking the property but reserved final say on what was to be built.

At last week’s meeting, the same factions

You’re creating a conflict here that needn’t even exist.’

DON HORTON Roswell Councilman

went into separate corners arguing over a different aspect of the development plan.

While he expressed optimism at the DDA’s progress, Palermo said he was bothered by a provision in the agreement with the city that allowed the organization to keep proceeds from the sale above the $4.8 million it owes the city.

“Really, the taxpayers have taken all the risk here,” Palermo said. “If there’s a profit, it should be returned to the taxpayers or it could be used to purchase a park or it should be used for anything the taxpayers want to do with it.”

Palermo said that by allowing a “profit incentive” in the contract, the

If there’s a [DDA] profit, it should be returned to the taxpayers.”

MIKE PALERMO Roswell Councilman

city risks the DDA may put its own interests ahead of the city.

“This is not an agreement that benefits taxpayers,” he said.

Zapata also raised questions about the arrangement as well, arguing that the profit incentive could push the price so high, the winning bidder would feel compelled to add things to the project that could run counter to the wishes of taxpayers.

Remaining councilmembers, including Mayor Jere Wood, were not swayed.

Wood said it made more sense to allow the DDA to take profits from the sale and invest them toward other projects that benefit downtown. He said the city could keep the profits, then wait for the DDA to come back, asking for money to fund its next project.

“I believe in the principal of a revolving fund to make more investments in development,” Wood said. “I also believe in parks and I think we have money for that also.”

Councilmember Nancy Diamond said the city allowed creation of the DDA to perform a service everyone agreed was beneficial, developing the downtown and commercial corridors.

“If allowing them to have the resources to do that is a problem, then that’ another story,” she said. “Why not let them do what they do?”

Councilman Don Horton said to attack the DDA contract based on a “profit motive” made no sense.

“I think you’re barking up the wrong tree,” he said. “I don’t buy your argument – not in the least. You’re creating a conflict here that needn’t even exist.”

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Attorney adds to preservation efforts with Dolvin House restoration Renovated home once called Roswell’s ‘White House’

By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. – Amid the swirl of recent attention focused on Roswell’s Historic District, Rachel Platt sits behind a desk in her new law office with satisfaction.

The Roswell attorney is basking in her new digs at 138 Bulloch Ave., right in the heart of the Historic District.

The new law office sits across the street from Mimosa Hall, the site of recent controversy over its recent sale to Hedgewood Homes. Hedgewood is proposing to build some 50 cottages on the 9-acre property while preserving the 6,000-square-foot antebellum mansion.

(See December 22 article).

Platt feels comfortable that her restoration of the nearby Dolvin House fits the profile the city would like to see in the area.

Once referred to as the “Roswell White House,” the Dolvin House was home to Jimmy Carter’s “Aunt Sissy,”

Emily Frances Gordy Dolvin, who was among the future president’s first and most fervent supporters in his early political career.

There is certainly a “coolness factor” in operating a law office in a place where Jimmy Carter conducted some of his political strategy sessions.

“My husband and I were looking to buy a property in the downtown Roswell area where I would operate my law firm,” Platt said. “I looked at a bunch of different houses, but this house – the history and the old antebellum feel, the old porch – is just exactly what I pictured when I pictured. You know, that kind of ‘old school’ law firm feel.”

The ties to Jimmy Carter only added to her interest, she said.

“Roswell has such a rich history,” Platt said. “Being a part of that is so neat, so fascinating. We really enjoy it.”

Platt grew up in Roswell after her parents moved to the area when she was 8. She attended Roswell High School. After earning her law degree at UGA, she moved back to the area and set up practice in Sandy Springs.

Six years ago, she and her husband, Ryan Goodman, moved back to Roswell but she maintained the Sandy Springs office which was in a three-story office

building.

In recent years, though, she was looking for a place to hang her shingle in the city of her youth.

The Dolvin House went on the market in January, listing for $775,000.

The Platts closed on the property in June. They spent the rest of the sum-

mer renovating.

“It had a really good structure and it didn’t need a ton of work,” she said.

“Most of the renovation involved cosmetic improvements and restorations.”

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MHS Theatre wraps up season as one act winners MILTON, Ga. — Milton Theatre Company has recently brought home regional champion trophies for both of their One Act productions of “Starmites” and “Peter and the Starcatcher,” along with a second place state win in this season’s High School competitions.

Milton Theatre is now eligible to go on with “Starmites” and represent Georgia at the South Eastern Theatre Conference in Lexington, Ky., March 1-5, 2017. At SETC, students will have many college and work audition possibilities, and will get to watch performances and compete against nine of the other winning schools.

“Starmites,” directed by David Hopkins, was produced Oct. 4-5 at Milton High School. The show then traveled to the Georgia Theatre Conference in Augusta, where it competed and won.

The “All Star Cast” award was given to Milton Senior, Owen Smith and “Best Supporting Actor” went to Milton Junior, Josh Martin.

Milton Theatre Company later produced “Peter and the Starcatcher,” their 55-minute piece for the Georgia High School Association, One Act Play Competition. The production ran for two nights, Oct. 25-26, at the Milton High School Theatre. It then competed with other 7 AAAAAAA schools in the designated region and won.

The “Best Leading Actress” award went to Milton Junior, Mary Caroline Owens, “Best Leading Actor” went to Milton Senior, Hayden Kerzie and “All Star Cast” awards went to Milton Seniors, Courtney French and Daniel Bondi.

Regional winner “Peter and the Star-

Cast members Owen Smith, left, and Josh Martin show of their newly-won trophies.

catcher” then traveled to compete at the State Competition at Houston County High School in Warner Robins, Ga. and brought home a Second Place trophy.

Daniel Bondi represented Milton as the State “Best Actor” in his role as Smee.

Principal LaToya Gray congratulates First Place winner Kaylin Campbell, left, and runner-up Maddie Arieh.

Summit Hill Elementary crowns top spellers MILTON, Ga. - Summit Hill Elementary School held Dec. 19 its annual spelling bee. Summit Hill’s two finalist are Kaylin Campbell in first place and Maddie Arieh, second. The two battled to round 15 with Kaylin correctly spelling the winning word “javelin”.

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OPINION

Smoltz preaches message: Dare to dream I had the opportunity to attend one of the weekly Rotary Club of Alpharetta meetings a couple of weeks ago at Alpharetta Presbyterian Church. Now it could have been just because they serve HATCHER HURD the best breakfast in Executive Editor hatcher@appenmediagroup.com town, but knowing John Smoltz was the speaker made it a no-brainer.

Smoltz will forever be associated with the Atlanta Braves’ glory years.

You know the drill: 14 consecutive division championships, World Series appearances, one glorious World Championship, Cy Young Award.

But the Smoltz I have gotten to know is much more than that. He is a passionate man. And by that I mean when he decides to get fixed on a project, he follows it right down to the ground.

When he spoke to the Rotarians, it was mostly on how to stay focused on your dreams and your goals. It is something he has done all his life since he was 7 years old.

“That was when my life changed,” he said.

That is when he decided he wanted to be a Major League pitcher. That is when he drew a plate and batter’s box on the wall by the kitchen door and began to pitch to it. What he did, though, was create in his mind that that he was pitching in the World Series and it was the seventh game.

“I did all the voices in my head. I was the announcer, I was in the crowd cheering, and I was the guy with the ball. I played that game over and over in my head while I pitched. By the time I got the chance to pitch in a real Game 7, I wasn’t afraid because I had practiced for that my whole life,” he said.

What he practiced was visualization, although he did not use that word. He did more than that though. He was always throwing a pitch while he did it.

There were no athletes in the Smoltz family. But they supported his quest anyway. His Italian mother told him to pursue any good goal – just have a back-up plan. Moms like back-up plans.

He did not say if he had a back-up plan. I don’t think he did. It’s not in his DNA. His next plan is to make it onto the Senior Tour. That is where golf pros go when they retire to keep making dough playing the game we mortals pay to play when we retire.

But Smoltz is serious. He has always been a scratch golfer, and despite a second career now as a sports broadcaster, he wants to be a pro golfer on the senior circuit. I understand he has always been a good golfer but to go out and play at 50-plus with the guys who have done it professionally is what they call in my favorite game – a sucker bet.

But I’m not betting against John Smoltz. I have seen his passion and his zeal too often in other areas. He and some like-minded stars in their own fields had an idea to build a Christian school in North Fulton. They had a good plan, good backing but every-

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Johns Smoltz makes a point addressing the Alpharetta Rotary Club this month.

where they tried to build it, the area residents raised a ruckus.

Despite repeated OKs from the Fulton Board of Commissioners, homeowners would file lawsuits to block it.

A private Christian school would “ruin” their communities. Rather than fight, they moved on.

If you ever get the chance to visit the campus of Kings Ridge Christian School, you will get the chance to see what faith and determination will do.

It is a gorgeous campus with beautiful buildings, and young people K-12 are

getting a great education.

John Smoltz is chairman of the board.

I watched all of those zoning battles and have followed the progress of the school. I have also seen John Smoltz get involved in other local organizations such as the Alpharetta Police Athletic League. I can’t list all his community involvement here, but he does not believe in half measures.

He does believe in preparation.

When he went in to pitch in the World Series, he expected good things happen because he had prepared for it. In the case of baseball, it was that wall in his backyard. His “cathedral,” his “refuge” he called it. He would put himself in all situations and then pitch out of it.

“I’m not afraid to fail,” he said.

“When it is the last inning of the seventh game of the World Series, there are not many pitchers on any Major League team who want the ball in that situation. I want the ball. I’ve already pitched in more game sevens that anyone – there in my backyard.”

“Embrace change,” he said.

As a 15-year-old he was pitching in an all-star tournament with 19-yearolds. He didn’t care. And they shellacked him – four 2-run home runs in one inning. He didn’t make excuses. He made a lesson to get better.

“If you want to satisfy your dreams, you need to get out of your comfort zone,” he said.

How many of us take even a baby step out of our comfort zones? As for Smoltz making golf’s Senior Tour? I’m giving odds he does.

Positively looking forward to 2017 If the year 2016 were a type of candy, it’d be black licorice. At times it had a similar feel to realizing the sock in your shoe is wet.

Or seeing a car just barely parked over the line in the parking lot of a busy store, taking up two spaces and leaving you nowhere to park your own car.

I think you get my point.

Kathleen Sturgeon This year has not been our Editor kathleen@appenmediagroup.com best. And because of that, it seems like everyone I know is ready for 2016 to be over. Honestly, with some of the events that took place, I really can’t blame them.

We saw devastation, destruction, death and despair. The year seemed longer than 366 days and felt like it would never end. Bad thing after bad thing kept occurring.

And being in the news business, we had our fair share of unpleasantness and therefore had to pass on

the “bad news.” Sometimes we were blamed for the bad news we shared, as if we caused it.

With the final few days of 2016 upon us, it’s made me reflect on the year that will most likely be infamous.

But like rain on your wedding day, thought by some to be lucky, or the Chicago Cubs’ losing streak, which ended this year, there is always a silver lining and curses usually come to an end.

Yes, 2016 had its bad moments, probably more than many other years. But we are forgetting all the beauty, love, joy and positivity that come after tragedy.

Mr. Rodgers once said his mother would tell him, after seeing scary things on the news, “look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.”

If we can learn anything positive from 2016, I think that’s it.

When there were shootings or bombings or fires, the heroes and helpers were there.

Donations poured in and resources were readily

available for those in need. People opened their hearts and wallets to total strangers, in a generous effort to help.

As a human race, we can mark this year as a growing pain and do what we do best, learn from it, grow and move on.

There were so many positive things that happened this year. We can’t let the bad times create dark clouds over the bright spots.

If anything, this year should push us to be better in all that we do, so we don’t repeat our mistakes.

I’m using the lessons I’ve learned from this year for my New Year’s resolutions.

I will try to be kinder, more patient, lend an ear when needed and love my fellow people.

T.S. Elliot once said, “For last year’s words belong to last year’s language. And next year’s words await another voice.”

So, here’s to you, 2017. May your voice be one of hope, happiness and love.

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HOPEWELL YOUTH ASSOCIATION Baseball Registration Spring 2017 Dear Milton & Alpharetta Neighbors

General registration is now open for the SPRING 2017 season of Hopewell Youth Baseball at the newly rebuilt Bell Memorial Park. We are offering recreational leagues for players from 3 to 15 years of age.

Programs Offered: • Mini-Hitters – Special Introductory Program for 3 & 4 Year Olds • 5 under-10 under Recreation League • 7 under & 8 under Sunday Select Programs • 9 / 10 under Select League

• 11 / 12 under Select League & Inter-park League • 13-15 under Inter-park League • 9 under-14 under Travel Programs

Then 9 / 10 and 11 / 12 Select Season will begin with TRYOUTS on January 8, 2017. The recreation season will begin with ASSESMENT/UNIFORM FITTINGS on February 4, 2017.

You can register by going to the HOPEWELL YOUTH ASSOCIATION homepage (www.hopewellbaseball.org) and clicking on the “REGISTER NOW” button on the right.

After completing registration, you should receive a confirmation email. More details will follow, as we get closer to the start of the season.

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Book brings Cold Warriors together 60 years after serving in Alaska, 2 vets named Evans discover they almost met each other

By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appenmediagroup.com MILTON, Ga. – More than 60 years ago two men almost shared the same experiences serving their country at the top of the world to stave off the Soviet menace. They also shared the same name, Evans, but they missed each other by four years.

No, Sam Evans and Wayne Evans had never met, although they live today not eight miles apart. Sam is in Roswell and Wayne in Milton. Then Wayne Evans wrote a book about his experiences about serving in Alaska during the height of the United States’ cold war with the Soviet Union.

The base there had one purpose: To give early warning should Soviet bombers attack from over the North Pole, which was the shortest distance from the USSR to America. The base was a link in the DEW (Distant Early Warning) Line, America’s radar defense system. In the Cold War days, the threat was believed to be real and the arms race was full steam ahead.

“Searching for the Good War,” is a fictionalized account of Wayne Evans’ experiences working for the government above the Arctic Circle at Cape Lisburne Air Force Base, Alaska. He served from 1959 to 1960 in that frigid post, and it was a defining point in his life.

An article in the Milton Herald about the book and its author fell into the hands of longtime Roswell professional engineer Sam Evans. Sam also did a tour at the same frozen Alaskan base, only it was from 1954 to ’55.

Sam Evans’ son tracked down the author of the same last name (but no relation) and arranged a “non-reunion” at the Milton Library last week to compare notes about serving their country at the Top of the World.

Both octogenarians now, Sam and Wayne sat down and reminisced about those days. They had an immediate bond that reached out through the mist of time so that they fell to talking as if they were old comrades instead of new acquaintances.

The armistice for the Korean War was barely a year old when Sam was stationed there and relations with the Soviet Union were tense. Cape Lisburne was the early warning base to relay the word if a Russian sneak attack was ever launched.

It also would likely be the first target eliminated should such an attack come.

Sam was 22, a fresh-faced second lieutenant just out of The Citadel when he was posted to Cape Lisburne. He was the “ranking second lieutenant” among the five lieutenants and 120 soldiers on the base.

“I understood the Army a little better than these other guys because The Citadel is a military academy. These other guys were pretty much lost up there,” Sam said. “But the commander was a major who found reasons to be in Anchorage most of the time.

“If you are a major and they send you to be in command of Cape Lisburne, it means you did something pretty bad to get sent there.”

Four years later, Wayne, an ex-GI himself, was there as a civilian electronics expert working for the government. But both had to learn to live by the 30-30 rule that influenced most of life at the base.

“That meant if you’re outside for 30 seconds in a wind of 30 miles per hour, any skin exposed would be frozen,” Wayne said.

“That’s when we would put a T-shirt on,” said Sam with more than little bravado.

So it was a harsh climate with a hard job to do. The radar station was at the top of a mountain with the base some miles below. Sam and the soldiers used a cable car to get up the 2,400foot mountain.

The trick was when it was windy – which was most of the time – they had to time their jump getting out of the cable car as it swung in the wind.

“That’s why you had to time it just right,” said Sam. “And that’s why we civilians drove up in the truck,” said Wayne. “We left those cable cars to those crazy GIs.” That seemed a lot saner, except that road was buried under varying feet of snow packed tight until it began to melt during the thaw. If you hit a soft patch, over the side you could go.

It was the land of the midnight sun when the axis of the earth tilted toward the sun. For several months the sun never set. Then in winter, it tilted in the other direction and the sun never quite rose.

“You had to use a blackout curtain to get some decent sleep. I remember

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Two brothers-in-arms having served above the Arctic Circle meet for the first time. Wayne Evans, left, and Sam Evans shake hands as Wayne presents a copy of the book he wrote about his arctic experiences to Sam.

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Warriors: Continued from Page 10 being sleepy all the time,” said Sam. In winter with little or no sunlight, it could get down to minus 70 degrees with winds up to 159 knots. The wind chill factor was off the chart. Sam said the joke was if the Russians invaded during the winter, they would just invite them in for tea until spring. Then they could begin fighting.

“It was something we thought about a lot. We’re up there preparing for war and there is nobody to help you and nowhere to go,” Sam said. “And the Russians liked to play their mind games on us.”

On off-duty time, one of the few diversions was listening to music on the radio. Reception was sketchy most of the time except for Moscow Molly – the Russian version of Tokyo Rose. Molly would intersperse depressing propaganda in between the Frank Sinatra and Tony Bennett records.

“Around Christmas, Molly said she felt particularly sorry for the guys stationed at Cape Lisburne for the holidays. Then she proceeded to name each officer and soldier on the base and gave their serial number,” Sam said. “That

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Life is rugged there, the troops only serve 12-month tours because it is considered psychologically demanding with the weather, the isolation and no leave possible.

“They had to get you out after a year, otherwise you would just go crazy,” Sam said.

“Some did anyway,” said Wayne.

Wayne said the duty there left him with delayed post-traumatic stress syndrome that didn’t surface until an event triggered it many years later. Sam said service their affected him too.

“Everything was on you if it broke down. And things often did,” said Wayne. “There were power outages all the time. The roads were just packed ice and treacherous.”

Even little things like flushing toilets were a chore because they had to melt ice for water to flush. It took seven buckets of melted ice to flush one toilet, Sam said.

Still it was an experience that each say they are glad to have had.

Sam thanked Wayne warmly for having written his book. It took Sam back to a younger time if not necessarily a happier one.

“It brought back memories I thought were gone. I’m glad to get them back,” Sam said.

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Milton’s year saw the now 10-year-old city grow and develop its style even further. Multiple achievements were recorded, and yet, the city still faced a few growing pains.

McKenna Moffitt, left, and Rebecca Wallace, students studying Cambridge’s agriscience and veterinary courses, hold their little goats, Daisy and Gatsby.

Cambridge opens new vet science building MILTON, Ga. – Many years ago, Rex Harrison, playing the iconic lead in “Dr. Dolittle,” sang the song, “If I Could Talk to the Animals.” Surrounded by beasts of every kind, the good doctor became the finest veterinarian in the world.

While the students of Cambridge High School may not be able to talk with animals, they can still follow in that path, thanks to the newest addition to their school – the Cambridge Agriscience and Veterinary Education building, which opened its doors Jan. 22.

Called the CAVE, the building offers students a chance to interact with animals of all kinds – from the smallest dwarf hamsters to horses and cows – in an educational setting.

With 7,000 square feet of space, the new building has classrooms, an animal sciences laboratory, a barn and demonstration areas. There are about 80 students in the veterinary program.

YEAR IN REVIEW and Milton have been supported and cared for by Senior Services North Fulton.

And in order to celebrate that milestone, the group is celebrating at all the locations throughout the year with Milton’s party May 19.

The group relies heavily on donations and the support of the cities. The Milton center opened in 2012, and is located at 15690 Hopewell Road.

In 1991, Dorothy Benson founded Senior Services North Fulton, “to provide programs and services for the older adults who live in north Fulton County,” according to the group’s website.

The company now offers Meals on Wheels, senior center programming, in-home services, senior health and wellness initiatives, advocacy, resource and referral services and transportation.

Ebenezer rezoning constant conflict MILTON, Ga. — After initially approving a residential development along Ebenezer Road, then having that decision vetoed by Mayor Joe Lockwood, the Milton City Council officially denied the project June 20. The vote was 4-2, with Councilmen Matt Kunz and Bill Lusk against the denial, and Councilwoman Karen Thurman recused.

More than 85 people spoke during the public comment portion of the regular council meeting. At least two-thirds spoke against rezoning of the land, located at 745 Ebenezer Road, from agricultural to community unit plan which would have allowed 48 single-family homes on 63.5 acres with an overall density of 0.755 units per acre. It would also have included a concurrent variance to increase the maximum lot coverage from 20 percent to 50 percent for each lot.

shape the future of its downtown and Crabapple area.

For weeks, various meetings and planning sessions were held to gather public input and to figure out how the city should move forward with proposed ideas.

A final presentation was given Sept. 15 detailing goals.

They include: • Establish locations and programming for new park space in the Crabapple area.

• Establish a parking management strategy.

• Create a network of trails that connects to sidewalks, schools, residential areas, commercial development and parks.

• Provide streetscape improvements that prioritize the pedestrian on key streets.

• Locate development where appropriate and determine the most suitable types of development.

A market study revealed general characteristics of the site area of downtown Milton and the Crabapple community. Some of those characteristics include many families with children, higher educational attainment levels and higher median household incomes. It also showed there is faster growth than many surrounding cities, room for retail and residential growth over the next five years and a strong demand for rental housing.

There will most likely be an excess demand for office and retail space by 2018, and the study area can support up to an additional 46,000 square feet through 2020.

The plan is tentatively scheduled for review by the Planning Commission in January 2017, followed by adoption before the City Council in March.

Dorie and Canine Assistants’ Founder Jennifer Arnold rejoice together in being reunited.

From left, Sharon Schran, Kay Pospisil, Suki Chiders, Jan Burroughs and Suzie Jones enjoy the milestone.

Milton celebrates 25 years of senior services

MILTON, Ga. — For the past 25 years, the senior communities in Alpharetta, Roswell, Sandy Springs

Finding Dorie: Arrest made in case of missing Milton service dog This rendering shows what a portion of the Milton northeast quadrant could look like.

Milton reviews potential downtown plans MILTON, Ga. — The City of Milton is looking to

MILTON, Ga. — A step toward solving the case of the missing dog heard around the world, or so it seemed, occurred Sept. 21 after Milton Police detectives arrested John Henry Sears, 34, of Milton, in connection with the case. He was charged with false statements or writings.

Initial evidence collected when Dorie, an almost four-month-old golden retriever, was reported

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missing Sept. 2 from Milton’s Canine Assistants led detectives to believe that someone with knowledge and access to the location might be involved in the theft. After interviewing numerous persons with information about the theft, detectives were able to determine that Sears was somehow involved.

When confronted with testimony, Sears confessed that his handwritten version of events provided to investigators was in fact a lie, according to police. He was charged with felony false writings and statements and lodged into the Fulton County Jail on that charge. Dorie was returned safely Sept.

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Milton council denies texting resolution MILTON, Ga. — To text or not to text was the question Sept. 7 at the Milton City Council meeting.

The board denied a resolution that would prohibit board members from using their personal cell phones during council meetings.

The proposal was denied 4-3, with Councilmembers Matt Kunz, Bill Lusk and Rick Mohrig voting for the resolution.

The council’s digital communication habits recently came into question after an open records request found multiple councilmembers were sending and receiving text messages on their personal phones during public hearings on a hot-button topic.

City Attorney Ken Jarrard brought the resolution to the council, saying, if enacted, it would be a statement of policy for Milton. The document said during open public meetings or executive sessions all members of any Milton board, commission or committee, including the City Council, would disable all types of electronic communication devices for the duration of the meetings. The resolution said this will “enhance the five Georgia Municipal Association ethics principles.”

In addition, Milton’s use of the state’s Open Meetings Act and Sunshine Law regarding government proceedings being open to the public was also examined. However Jarrard said Milton has been following the law.

“I am in favor of us policing ourselves and being courteous to our other council members, staff and the citizens by refraining to communicate unless it is absolutely necessary,” said Councilmember Burt

Mayor Joe Lockwood welcomes the crowd to the 10 year celebration.

Providence Park was officially reopened on Nov. 12.

Milton Mayor Joe Lockwood cut the ribbon at the grand opening, signifying that the extensive work done by the community had been successful.

Prior to Milton’s incorporation 10 years ago, several parks were purchased to be a part of the new community. However, Providence Park, located 13440 Providence Road, had complications.

“Unfortunately this park we did not purchase because somebody had dumped some barrels of chemicals which leaked into the ground. We did some remediation on that, but it is a long process that takes several years. Once clean, they have to test it to make sure it won’t come back,” Lockwood said.

Testing on the contaminated land began in 2004 and concluded in March 2015.

Once the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Environmental Protection Division cleared the land, Fulton County, the park’s previous owner, was permitted to sell the property as previously agreed under Milton’s incorporation. Since then, the Parks and Recreation Board has removed garbage and debris, relocated a beehive, repaired fencing and removed old buildings.

Milton celebrates 10 years

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Milton Mayor Joe Lockwood cuts the ribbon at the Providence Park reopening, along with Milton councilmembers and community members.

Providence Park reopens after over a decade of closure MILTON, Ga. — After being closed for 12 years,

MILTON, Ga. — Break out the cake, streamers and balloons; Milton is 10 years old.

On Dec. 1 a celebration was held exactly 10 years after the city was incorporated.

Mayor Joe Lockwood spoke on the city’s accomplishments over the past decade, adding that those milestones were a team effort.

“If you drive down the road, you see infrastructure improvements, roundabouts and parks,” he said. “We have an award-winning public safety and parks department. It’s amazing all the things we have.”

And soon the city will have a new City Hall and renovated Crabapple district. But Lockwood said what he’s most proud of isn’t the material things, but the sense of community.

“Every year it seems people get prouder, more involved and love where they live,” Lockwood said.

Milton parks and rec department named agency of the year MILTON, Ga. — The city of Milton’s Parks and Recreation Department is now an award-winning group.

The department was honored in November with the Agency of the Year Award for District 7, or agencies with 20,001 to 50,000 population, by the Georgia Recreation and Park Association.

The city competes for awards at the state level, but also at the district level, which includes competing against Alpharetta, Cumming, Forsyth County, Johns Creek and Roswell, among others, according to Milton Director of Parks and Recreation, Jim Cregge.

Additionally, one of Milton’s own volunteers was recently named Volunteer of the Year for both his local district and the state.

Ken Sisson’s work with the Hopewell Youth Association earned him the top honors.

Milton voters approve $25 million parks, trails and greenspace bond MILTON, Ga. — On Nov. 8, voters approved a $25 million bond referendum. Bond money will be dedicated to acquire land for parks, trails and greenspace, including conservation land, wildlife habitat and natural areas. It will also be used for conservation easements.

The ballot issue was in response to resident demand for more parks and greenspace, said Milton Conservation Project Manager Kathleen Johnson.

A list of criteria was compiled including trails, parks, greenspace and rural character.

For information on the bond, visit cityofmiltonga. us/greenspacebond.

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Milton area sports year in review

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in all of the summer games events. Castlin would go on to win bronze in the 100-meter hurdles at the Rio Games this summer.

Castlin, along with Team USA’s Briana Rollins and Nia Ali, became the first women to ever sweep an event for Team USA in the Olympic Games.

Milton boys basketball make Final Four berth

Milton graduate Dexter Fowler wins World Series.

Milton graduate wins World Series Dexter Fowler, a 2004 graduate of Milton, played a pivotal role in the Chicago Cubs winning the World Series for the first time in 108 years. Fowler became the first African-American player to appear in a World Series game for the Chicago Cubs and is just one of two African-American players to ever start for the Cubs in the World Series.

He became the first ever player to hit a leadoff home run in Game 7 of the World Series and is just the third Cubs player to ever hit multiple home runs in the World Series.

The Milton boys basketball team made its first appearance in the Final Four of the state playoffs since its state championship run in 2011-12. The Eagles compiled a 23-9 overall record and went 14-2 in region play.

Cambridge football earns playoff bid Cambridge’s football team made history this year, becoming the first team to earn a playoff berth in the Bears’ short program history. The Bears finished fourth in Region 7-AAAAAA, earning the fourth seed for the Bears’

Cambridge softball captures state championship

first playoff appearance. The Bears season came to an end with a 6-5 overall record as Cambridge was downed by Mays in the first round.

Milton boys soccer makes state championship bid Milton boys soccer made its first appearance in the semifinals of the state playoffs before earning a state championship bid by beating Brookwood on PKs. In a thrilling state championship game, the Eagles lost to Parkview for the Class 6A state title in May. The Eagles compiled a 16-4-1 record on the season, tying the school record for most wins in a season.

Milton girls LAX upset in state championship

In its first season competing in Class 6A after moving up from 5A, Cambridge softball won its first state championship in October. The championship capped a 34-1 season for the Lady Bears which saw Cambridge average eight runs per game while allowing just one run per game.

Milton resident wins Olympic Gold Milton resident Kristi Castlin, who specializes in the 100-meter hurdles, qualified for Team USA in perhaps the most talent-rich event for Team USA

Cambridge softball captures state championship.

Milton resident Kristi Castlin wins Olympic Gold.

Seeking its 11th state championship, Milton girls lacrosse fell to Walton in the state championship game, 9-8. The Lady Eagles outscored opponents 373-114 in the 2016 season, compiling a 21-3 record, two of its losses coming against nationally ranked opponents.

Milton’s Alex O’Connell (11).

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Fired Roswell officer sues to get job back Sgt. Cotriss fired in July for flying Confederate flag cites denial of free speech

By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. – Former Roswell Police Department Sgt. Sylvia Cotriss who was fired July 14, two days after she was suspended for flying the Confederate flag at her home, is filing a lawsuit to get her job back.

Roswell attorney David Ates filed suit in U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia, saying the city violated Cotriss’ First Amendment rights in terminating her by denying her right of free speech.

“Sylvia Cotriss, a 20-year veteran with the Roswell Police Department, was not making any political statement and certainly was not involved with any kind of hate group. She was simply displaying a symbol of her cultural heritage,” said Ates.

Ates said the firing by the city was unjustified.

“Cotriss has the same rights of free speech as any American. Merely flying the Confederate flag does not mean she is taking any kind of racial position.

But she is fired for it.

“Yet the state of Georgia will issue the Confederate flag on a license plate for anyone willing to pay a certain sum of money for the privilege,” Ates said.

He noted Cotriss supervised both white and black officers and never had any sort of racial complaint made against her in the performance of her duties.

“It’s a simple case. Cotriss had been recently married and was in Panama City, Fla., with her husband for [motorcycle] Bike Week when her husband bought a Confederate flag with a motorcycle in the center,” Ates said.

Her husband flew the flag on a pole at their house. After he died, Cotriss continued to fly the flag as a memorial to him. Finally it became so tattered her tenant went out to take it down, said Ates.

As the tenant was doing so, a neighbor came by to see what the tenant was doing and offered to give them a new Confederate flag to fly. It was this flag for which the complaint was brought, he said.

Cotriss was on unpaid medical leave

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Sgt. Sylvia Cotriss of the Roswell Police Department is suing the city to get her old job back. The 20-year veteran was fired in July for having flown the Confederate flag on a flagpole at her home. at the time the complaint was made.

While she normally parked her police cruiser at her home, it had been removed for routine maintenance.

Nevertheless, someone had made a complaint to the Roswell Police Department stating that an officer flying that flag at her home made the complainant uneasy given the current state of racial tensions with police.

Ates contends Cotriss was not flying the flag to make any political statements about race, but merely exercising her right to free speech.

“She was not even given the option of simply taking the flag down which she would have done. There is nothing in police employee policies that forbids flying that flag.

“Her firing was excessive in the extreme,” Ates said.

Cotriss is suing for reinstatement of her job at the Police Department and for lost pay and benefits.

Roswell City Attorney David Davidson said the city had not yet been served with the complaint and would have no comment about the charges until that time.

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Fiserv to acquire Atlanta fintech company Transaction continues list of high-dollar deals affecting Alpharetta

By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Corporate acquisitions continue to make headlines in the North Fulton-Forsyth area.

Less than a month after Siemens announced it will acquire Oregon-based Mentor Graphics for $4.5 billion, news surfaced last week that Wisconsin-based Fisserv has entered into an agreement to acquire Atlanta’s Online Banking Solutions (OBS).

Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Online Banking Solutions, a private fintech company founded in 1992, provides a secure, modern cash management system designed for digital channels, such as smartphones tablets and wearable devices.

It offers a secure browser that provides a gateway to applications offered by financial institutions to their commercial customers.

Fiserv, with regional headquarters in Alpharetta, expects to gain additional cash management and digital business banking capabilities to complement its existing solutions.

“Financial institutions are increasingly focused on deepening relationships with commercial customers,” said Jeffery Yabuki, president and chief

executive officer of Fiserv. “The addition of Online Banking Solutions’ technologies further enables Fiserv clients to provide greater value to their commercial customers through sophisticated cash management solutions when and where they need them.”

OBS received the “Up-And-Comer Award” in the Aite Group U.S. Cash Management Vendor Evaluation 2016.

OBS products are already integrated across a number of Fiserv systems and with other core processing platforms.

OBS product integration is available across Fiserv core account processing platforms such as Signature, Premier and Cleartouch, and post-closing will include DNA. “Our relationship with Fiserv is already established through our activities with several mutual clients,” said Dan Myers, CEO of Online Banking Solutions. “Joining Fiserv allows us to create new opportunities for our associates and to broaden the reach of our leading solutions to more banks and credit unions, ultimately enabling them to better serve their commercial customers.”

The transaction is the latest in a recent succession of major corporate announcements touching Alpharetta.

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EndoChoice bought by Boston Scientific In October, medical-devices company Boston Scientific announced plans to buy Alpharetta-based EndoChoice Holdings for roughly $210 million. And, earlier in September, the 152-acre Sanctuary Park office park on Ga. 400, was sold for $265 million to Rubenstein Partners.

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A huge year for huge projects in the metro area Seminars can Commercial development was in full swing this year with the addition of two major stadiums and either the ground-breaking or proposal of several high-rise Geoff smith developments.

Assurance Financial, gsmith@lendtheway.com The following projects are really only the highlights as many more were proposed, broke ground or are on the way.

Mixed-use tech projects for Alpharetta: Two major projects were announced this year in Alpharetta that will cater to the city’s booming tech market. Fuqua Development LLC is working on a 62-acre, mixed-use project at the southwestern corner of Ga. 400 and Haynes Bridge Road. It would include 430 apartments, 70 townhomes, 78,800 square feet of retail, 36,000 square feet of restaurants, 500,500 square feet of office and 17 acres of greenspace. Initial renderings show 10-story office buildings, and five-story buildings with streetlevel retail. The other project is a 220,000-square-foot building on 24 acres just south of Windward Parkway. It will be broken into two buildings connected by a 5,000-square foot clubhouse housing a conference center, coffee bar and gym.

Avalon Phase II: This project is well underway with delivery of product scheduled for next year.

It will include 550,000 square feet of office space with Microsoft as a tenant, multifamily units, a hotel and a 74,000-square-foot conference center.

Five-tower Sandy Springs MARTA Project: Initial plans were submitted, and from what I’ve heard, this project is close to be-

coming a reality. While I hear the allowable height of this project has been lowered by some degree, plans initially called for five, 50-story buildings surrounding an existing pentagon-shaped office building on 13 acres next to the Sandy Springs MARTA station. Plans are also in the works to build a tunnel from the development directly underground to the MARTA station.

Four-tower mixed use at Dunwoody MARTA Station: Plans were released for a project being called Dunwoody Crown Towers that would include two 24-story office towers, a 28-story hotel, two 30-story condo towers and a 13-story building with a mix of condos and a hotel. The project would sit north of I-285 and south of the Best Buy shopping center along Hammond Drive, near the Dunwoody MARTA station. A large-scale project had been in the works for years on this site. I have not heard anything lately about it, but 2017 is right around the corner.

16-story tower proposed at Dunwoody MARTA Station: A Texas developer released plans to build a high-rise on the north side of Hammond Drive next to the Dunwoody MARTA station and Perimeter Mall. $95-million mixed-use around Avondale MARTA Station: This project broke ground in November and will include 378 apartments, 92 affordable senior living units, a new plaza and 21,000 square feet of commercial space.

Brookhaven’s new City Center around MARTA: A company has been working with the City of Brookhaven and its residents to develop a large, mixed-use development centered around the Brookhaven-Oglethorpe MARTA Station.

It would include an eight-story office building, a 125-room hotel, 340 apartments, 107 condo units, 100 senior living units and almost

56,000 square feet of restaurants and retail.

Norcross creating new urban center: Norcross put out requestfor-proposals for development of 6.8 acres located at two key corners of its Lillian Webb Park. Initial concepts include two new parking decks, and three- and four-story, multi-use buildings housing retail, commercial and residential components.

Sandy Springs building its downtown: Sandy Springs broke ground on a development that will include a new city hall, a studio theater with meeting space, and a performing arts center, all centered around a four-acre park with large water fountains.

Atlanta, Buckhead serious about capping highways: Leaders in Atlanta and Buckhead have proposed building caps over I-75/I-85 and Ga. 400 in order to create more developable real-estate, which would go a long way in bringing more eastwest connectivity to those areas. The Buckhead ‘cap,’ or bridge, would be a nine-acre park over Ga. 400 and MARTA’s Buckhead Station. The intown cap is a little more vague, but renderings show parks and highrises. $700-million mixed-use project on man-made river in Hall County: The project would sit on 508 acres and include 265-single-family homes, 215 townhomes, 600 multifamily units, 242,000 square feet of retail space and 424,000 square feet of office space. And yes, all would sit along a man-made river.

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2016: A Year in Review:

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U.S. election ‘Trumps’ 2016’s most notable events Dollar stronger since Trump’s election; Vehicle sales, home sales up also ATLANTA – Clearly, the most notable news item to happen was the election of Donald J. Trump as president. The lead-up to the election was wrought with anemic investment which brought RAJEEV Dhawan down overall GDP Director Economic Forecasting Center growth.

We hope that going forward, the uncertainty of the election rhetoric will get out of our systems and result in better investment, but only time will tell in that regard.

However, looking at our financial markets, there really was no uncer-

tainty there. After it was determined that Mr. Trump was projected to win on Nov. 8, there was a brief “blip” in financial markets. But since his “soothing words” at his gracious victory speech markets have been on the up-and-up!

Financial markets were more disrupted

by Britain’s decision to leave the European Union in June. There, markets fell over 5 percent in the following days, while here, the election of Mr. Trump pushed markets higher by 1 percent!

Furthermore, the pound has yet to recover from the Brexit fallout and remains down 15 percent. The dollar, meanwhile, continues to appreciate. By broad measures, the dollar is up 3.4 percent for the year, but up more than 4.5 percent since the Brexit vote.

Atlanta Accounting & Taxation Group celebrates 10 years ALPHARETTA, Ga. — The Atlanta Accounting & Taxation Group, under managing partner Adrian Mulko, recently celebrated its 10 year anniversary.

The group has been providing customers with professional accounting, consulting and taxation services in the metro Atlanta area since 2006. They cater primarily to small and medium-sized businesses to help them control costs, pay fewer taxes and improve profits.

Atlanta Accounting & Taxation Group is located at 4080 McGinnis Ferry Road, Suite 1006 in Alpharetta. For more information, contact them at 678-557-2458 or csr1@atlgroup.biz.

Bill Rawlings named to LLS Board of Trustees ATLANTA — Bill Rawlingsy, vice president and managing broker of Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty, has been named to the Leuke-

Global market uncertainty stems from anemic economic growth in Europe as well as in China and its suppliers. Thus, here at home, economic growth had to come from within – in other words, from domestic oriented sectors.

For one, consumers seemed insatiable to vehicle purchasing and bought 17.5 million cars on an annualized basis thus far this year – surpassing the strong 17.4 million units last year.

Light trucks were the purchase of choice due to low gasoline prices driven by persistent low oil prices (another result of the weakened global economy).

The housing market also made headway this year. Overall, existing home sales were up 2.9 percent while

new homes sales jumped 12 percent.

Thus, consumption in the economy clipped along at a fairly decent 2.8 percent in the third quarter GDP growth figures. Consumption growth was helped by a healthy labor market in 2016.

The economy averaged 180,200 monthly job gains in the first 11 months but was a bit off the monthly average of 229,400 new jobs witnessed last year. That is an indication of anemic investment.

Sectors affected mostly this year were those facing global headwinds such as manufacturing, transportation, and the corporate sector.

Meanwhile, sector such as retail trade, hospitality and financial activities – those sectors that are influenced by domestic demand – did not decelerate in their job creation pace in 2016.

BUSINESSBriefs mia & Lymphoma Society Georgia Chapter Board of Trustees.

Rawlings joins a group of 18 fellow trustees to provide strategic guidance, financial oversight and fundraising assistance for the organization.

The Georgia Chapter of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, headquartered in Atlanta, helps Rawlings those diagnosed with blood cancers throughout the state with financial and emotional support.

The north Atlanta office of Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty opened in 2009 and is based in Sanctuary Park, specializing in northern suburban areas such as Johns Creek, Alpharetta, Roswell, Cumming and Milton.

Rawlings has been in the real estate industry for more than a decade in roles including sales associate, career development vice president, chief operating officer and managing broker.

In 2016, Bill was named one of the 100 Most Influential Atlantans in real estate by the Atlanta Business Chronicle.

Medicine and Emory Healthcare.

Dr. Aaron Weiss, assistant professor in the department of urology at Emory University School of Medicine, is leading the Emory Urology Team at Johns Creek. He said a key goal of the new urology practice is to be greater convenience for patients in the Johns Creek area.

Eunice Goetz, PA-C, says the practice hopes to work closely with Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University doctors and staff at EJCH to treat patients with bladder, kidney and prostate cancer.

Emory Clinic’s Johns Creek urology office includes seven exam rooms. The practice is located at 6300 Hospital Parkway in Suite 145.

For information about urology services at Emory Healthcare, visit urology.emory.edu or call 404-7784898 to make an appointment.

Emory Healthcare expands urology services ATLANTA – A new Emory Clinic urology practice is now open to patients at Emory Johns Creek Hospital.

The practice provides diagnosis and treatments for patients with urologic conditions such as urologic cancers, kidney stones, male infertility and elevated PSA. “We’re excited to expand Emory Clinic Urology services to treat patients in Johns Creek and surrounding communities,” said Dr. Martin Sanda, chairman and chief of urology at Emory School of

Aaron Weiss, left, and Eunice Goetz will be helping treat urologic conditions at Emory Johns Creek.

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HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS: CHRISTMAS AT SMITH PLANTATION HOME

What: Enjoy images of Christmas, including reminders of traditions from years-gone-by. Decorations are set up in all 10 rooms, plus an outdoor cook house and exteriors.

When: Through Jan. 2, 2017 Where: Smith Plantation House, 935 Alpharetta St., Roswell More info: visitroswellga.com/ christmas-2016

CHRISTMAS AT THE ROSWELL VISITORS CENTER

What: Santa is holding court as the Visitors Center salutes the North Pole with an old-fashioned tree featuring bubble lights, tinsel, icicles and many vintage Santas from days gone by. Stop by for a family photo.

When: Through Dec. 31, times vary Where: Roswell Visitors Center, 617 Atlanta St., Roswell More info: visitroswellga.com/ christmas-2016

SANTA’S VILLAGE LIGHT DISPLAY

What: Come see this holiday light display made up of about 14000 lights, including several additional displays and an animated singing Santa Band.

Train rides are available.

When: Through Dec. 31, 6-9 p.m.

Where: 405 Waverly Hall Drive, Roswell More info: bit.ly/2fKmTbB

AVALON ON ICE

What: Ice skate on the Rockefeller Center-sized ice skating rink in the plaza. Watch for theme nights and enjoy warm, tasty treats rink side.

Enjoy special events throughout the season and sign up for ice skating lessons.

When: Through Jan. 22, 2017, times vary Where: Avalon, 2200 Avalon Blvd., Alpharetta

Cost: general admission starts at $18 More info: experienceavalon.com

CHRISTMAS TREE RECYCLING: JOHNS CREEK

What: Recycle trees, fluorescent bulbs, fats, oils and grease for free. Remove any electric lights, tinsel, ornaments or other decorations. Mulch will be available for free upon request.

When: Saturday, Jan. 2, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Where: The Home Depot parking lot, 5950 State Bridge Road, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekga.gov

MILTON

What: Milton Grows Green, with Casey Tree Experts and the Keep Georgia Beautiful Foundation, are hosting a Christmas tree recycling event. Or, for a $15 fee, Boy Scout Troop 841 will pick up your tree.

When: Dec. 26-Jan. 7 Where: Scottsdale Farms, Milton High School and Home Depot, Milton More info: facebook.com/ events/1826737317602568

FORSYTH COUNTY

What: Keep Forsyth County Beautiful invites residents to recycle their Christmas trees during the annual ‘Bring One for the Chipper’ event. Wood chips from recycled trees are available first-come, first served.

When: Dec. 26-Jan. 7 Where: Six locations across Forsyth County More info: keepforsythcountybeautiful. com

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What: Residents dropping off trees to recycle can also get free seed packets, while supplies last. The trees will be chipped into mulch, which will be available at no charge.

When: Saturday, Jan. 7, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Where: The Home Depot parking lot,

What: Drop off a Christmas tree to recycle and get free garden seeds in exchange, while supplies last. Free mulch is also available with a filled out request form, available online.

When: Saturday, Jan. 7, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Where: The Home Depot parking lot, 5300 Windward Parkway, Alpharetta More info and request form: alpharetta. ga.us

MUSIC, ARTS & THEATER: SYNERGY

What: Thirteen artists from the Brushwork Society of Atlanta will present their artwork in the 2016 exhibition. Enjoy a variety of paintings, including landscape, still life and figurative work. All are for sale.

When: Through Dec. 30 Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forest St., Roswell More info: thebrushworksociety.com

registration is required.

When: Tuesday, Jan. 3, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Where: Ocee Library, 5090 Abbotts Bridge Road, Alpharetta More info and registration: johncreekarts.org or 770-623-8448

EVENING ESL CLASS

What: Sharpen your English as a Second Language skills with this free class. Join your peers in conversational English. All levels are welcome and no registration is required.

When: Tuesday, Jan. 3, 6-7:30 p.m.

Where: Roswell Library, 115 Norcross St., Roswell More info: 770-640-3075

BEGINNER DAHN YOGA

What: Join for a free introduction to Dahn Yoga, with a combination of stretching, breathing and meditation.

Classes are limited to first 25 participants. Bring a yoga mat or towel and wear loose clothes.

When: Tuesday, Jan. 3, 6:30-7:45 p.m.

Where: Northeast/Spruill Oaks Library, 9560 Spruill Road, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org

DECKER BABCOCK

What: See a live performance of jazz trombonist Decker Babcock for one show only. Babcock has taught at multiple colleges, has performed with artists like Lady Gaga and has played for several commercials.

When: Wednesday, Jan. 4, 7:30 p.m.

Where: The Velvet Note, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta Cost: $10 More info and tickets: thevelvetnote. com

HOLIDAY SHOW

What: Get into the holiday spirit with great local artwork at this annual Holiday Show. View works in a variety of mediums, including acrylic, oil, watercolor, clay and more.

When: Through Jan. 13, times vary Where: Roswell Visual Arts Center, 10495 Woodstock Road, Roswell More info: roswellgov.com

SPOTLIGHT ARTIST: GEORGE GRAY

What: Come see the works of lifetime artist and Johns Creek resident George Gray. Gray has spent over 40 years of photo retouching by hand.

When: Jan. 2-30, times vary Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forest St., Roswell More info: behance.net/georgegray

LIBRARY EVENTS: SMALL, SMALL WORLD

What: Children ages 2-4 can take a sensory journey to learn about children around the world through music, movement art and literatures.

The program is free, but advanced

OCEE YOUTH CHESS CLUB

What: Children ages 5-13 can join this free chess club to learn strategies and game variations, and possibly participate in a tournament.

When: Wednesday, Jan. 4, 6-7:30 p.m.

Where: Ocee Library, 5090 Abbotts Bridge Road, Alpharetta More info: 770-360-8897 or afpls.org

DROUGHT INFORMATION MEETING

What: The Department of Public Works will hold an informational meeting with the public to explain and answer any questions about what is and is not allowed in a Level II drought.

When: Thursday, Jan. 5, 11 a.m.-noon Where: Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road, Alpharetta More info: 404-612-7400 or jennifer. mclaurin@fultoncountyga.gov

ZUMBA

What: Zumba instructor Nicole Gordon will be offering a free class. Program is limited to first 25 participants. Wear comfortable clothes.

When: Thursday, Jan. 5, 11 a.m.-noon Where: Roswell Library, 115 Norcross St., Roswell More info: 770-640-3075 or afpls.org

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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 Additional adoptions: Monday-Friday 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 11 a.m.-6 p.m. at Fulton County Animal Services, 860 Marietta Blvd.

NW, Atlanta More info: 404-613-4958

OF INTEREST ELSEWHERE: GILLIAN WELCH

What: See singer-songwriter Gillian Welch live with guitarist David Rawlings in a show featuring a combination of Appalachian, bluegrass and Americana music.

When: Thursday, Dec. 29, 7-8 p.m.

Where: Variety Playhouse, 1099 Euclid Ave. NE, Atlanta Cost: $34 in advance, $37 day of the show More info and tickets: varietyplayhouse.com

FESTIVAL OF THE SEASON

What: Get ready to experience an underwater winter wonderland at Georgia Aquarium’s Festival of the SEAson, including family favorites like Wake Up Santa, Scuba Claus and the Holidazzle light show.

When: Through Jan. 1, times vary Where: Georgia Aquarium, 225 Baker St. NW, Atlanta Cost: Tickets start at $30 More info and tickets: georgiaaquarium.org

DANCING WITH THE STARS LIVE

What: See a live performance of ABC’s hit show “Dancing with the Stars,” showcasing every type of ballroom and modern dance.

When: Saturday, Dec. 31, 7 p.m.

Where: The Fox Theatre, 660 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta Cost: Tickets start at $60 More info and tickets: foxtheatre.org

2017 PEACH DROP

What: Ring in the New Year with the 2017 Peach Drop. The celebration will include family-fun entertainment, food, street performers and more. Ne-Yo will headline the event.

When: Saturday, Dec. 31, 7 p.m.

Where: Underground Atlanta, 50 Upper Alabama St. SW, Atlanta More info: peachdrop.com

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Gearing up for Delayed Harvest trout Last week’s volunteer-assisted “bucket brigade” stocking of the Chattahoochee Delayed Harvest (DH) water at the Whitewater access was by all accounts a great success! I’d hoped STEVE HUDSON to get out there and Get Outside Georgia, Chattahoochee Media Group fish some in the days that followed, but I confess: I stayed home and had fun with the grandkids instead. It takes a lot to supersede anything fishing related, but one thing that’ll do it every time is grandkids!

Anyway, while I was playing with electric trains and toy pots and pans, quite a few volunteers were putting trout into the river -- a job well done.

It means that there are now plenty of eager trout.

I hear that other stocking efforts put fish into other parts of the Hooch DH water as well as in Georgia’s other Delayed Harvest streams too. That just might make for some great holiday fishing these next couple of weeks on just about any of our Delayed Harvest streams.

But here’s the big question: what does it take, gear- and lure-wise, to catch some of those trout?

Delayed Harvest fishing, you’ll recall from last week’s column, is catch-andrelease fishing (either fly fishing or spin fishing) with artificial single-hook lures. Hereabouts, the closest DH water is that section of the Chattahoochee starting at the mouth of Sope Creek (above Cochran Shoals) and extending downstream to the US 41 bridge.

If you’re spin fishing (and that’s a great way to introduce young anglers to the sport) try a light to medium light action rod with 4- or 6-lb. test line.

For lures, use in-line spinners such as Roostertails or Mepps spinners in bright, flashy colors. You can also do well with a simple white lead-headed jig fitted with a white or yellow curly-tail

grubtail about two inches long. Cast across the current, allow the lure to sink for a second or so, and then reel it back to you. If fish are present in the water you’re fishing, that may well be all it takes.

When spin fishing on waters which have been designated as Delayed Harvest waters, remember that only single-hook lures are permitted. It’s possible to purchase single-hook in-line spinning lures at many fishing shops; however, if all you have is lures with a treble hook, you’ll need to either remove the treble and replace it with a single hook or use your heavy-duty wire cutters to cut off two of the treble’s three hooks. Don’t forget!

For fly fishing, the rod of choice on the Chattahoochee DH water is usually an 8- to 9-foot, 4- to 6-weight rod. I use a 9-foot 6-weight, and it provides plenty of versatility to let me fish a variety of flies, even if it’s windy.

What about the flies themselves?

Most DH trout will be caught on subsurface flies. One good bet is to try egg imitations (favorites are Pink Sucker Spawn or orange and yellow Y2Ks in size 12 or 14) fished with enough weight to get ‘em down deep. San Juan Worms in red or chartreuse (size 12 or 14) also work well. Also try small (size 14 or 16) subsurface insect imitations such as Pheasant Tails or Soft-Hackle Emergers, again with enough weight.

Very small “midge” emergers (flies such as the Zebra Midge or the Blue Assassin) in sizes 18 or 20 can also work well during this part of the season. They’re tiny (in fact, I find myself wondering how the fish even see ‘em!) but the can be very effective.

Another favorite of many DH fly fishers is some sort of minnow imitation. For DH trout, I like size 8 versions of the Rolex, beadhead Woolly Buggers (maybe even in oddball colors such as pink!), and a fly called the Hudson Streamer. These should be cast across the current, allowed to sink for a few seconds, and then retrieved on a tight line using 6- to 12-inch strips. The idea

is to imitate a minnow, and such a retrieve style animates the fly and makes it swim. Remember to hold your rod tip low and close to the water, since that helps you keep a “tight line” between you and the fly and will help you hook more fish.

One challenge that you’ll encounter on Delayed Harvest waters (and not just on the Chattahoochee but on Georgia’s other DH streams as well) is what I call the “DH Conundrum.” A conundrum is defined as a challenging question of some sort, and on DH water that question is, “Do I target freshly-stocked fish (like the ones stocked last week) or more experienced fish (like the ones that were stocked a month or so ago)?

Why the difference? Well, the fresh stockers will be more likely to hit egg imitations and very flashy streamers or spinners, while the more experienced fish may favor more natural or more subdued looking flies. You can have both classes of fish in any given stretch of the river, so the well-prepared DH angler will carry a variety of flies or lures and will be willing to swap ‘em out to find the one that works on those fish on that particular day.

But figuring it out is part of the fun!

The kids and grandkids are here for a little while yet, so for the next few days I’ll be spending more time sitting on the floor and playing with the trains. But in a few more days I’ll be back on the water. If you see me fishing at Paces Mill or at Whitewater on the Chattahoochee, be sure to say hello!

Learn more about Delayed Harvest trout fishing, and find detailed profiles of each of Georgia’s Delayed Harvest streams, in Steve Hudson’s book GEORGIA DELAYED HARVEST TROUT GUIDE.. It’s available from local outfitters, on Amazon, or direct from the author at chattahoocheemedia.com.

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By JOE PARKER news@appenmediagroup.com JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – Johns Creek’s Silvia Tennis Academy, located in Sugar Mill, has been named the Junior Academy of the Year by the Georgia Professional Tennis Association.

The program, begun just three years ago and, headed by Na’im Aazhar, has become one of the most prolific and proficient academies in the state for junior players. Beginning with just 14 players, the program has expanded to over 80 players, five of whom are ranked in the top 150 in the South as well as one player who is ranked in the top 100 nationally.

Coach Azhar, 25, is a graduate of Cumberland University with a degree in exercise science. Azhar represented the United States twice in the Davis Cup, dubbed the World Cup of tennis. Azhar began playing tennis at the age of 14 and considers it to be the most important decision he ever made.

He joined Sugar Mill in Jan. 2015, starting with just two players. Since then, his “high performance” program has continued to grow. With its success, the academy has drawn players from many areas of the Southeast.

“We take the title of coach very seriously and know our role, whether it be a mentor, a trainer or a coach,” said Azhar. “Building the kids, and the time spent on court, was and continues to be the most rewarding [aspect] as we plan to continue growth both in quantity, and more importantly, quality. We are huge believers in personal development and in instilling a successful frame of mind for the kids’ success throughout their athletic careers, professional careers and personal endeavors.”

“Tennis has given me an education,

Azhar and STA coaches over 80 junior players, five of which are ranked in the top 150 in the south. the tools for success, the chance to travel the world and so much more,” said Azhar. “Tennis can truly change lives, and the possibility of playing a role in another individual’s journey through life on and off the court is what motivates me to give 100 percent each and every day. Whether creating a world-class player or a world-class citizen, promoting health or providing the therapeutic edge needed to survive life’s tough moments, tennis is a lifetime sport that provides countless benefits.”

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GCS and Northside Hospital collect suitcases for foster children ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Georgia Cancer Specialists and Northside Hospital are hosting the annual Totes 2 Tots drive to collect backpacks and suitcases for foster children in Georgia. Donations of new or nearly new backpacks, duffel bags and suitcases will be accepted at locations across the state.

Since Totes 2 Tots launched in 2003, the annual volunteer event has collected and distributed more than 48,000 bags.

“Dr. Martin Luther King said, ‘Whatever affects one directly, affects all

indirectly.’ That is why the [GCS] physicians and staff take pride in celebrating his memory by participating in Totes 2 Tots for the fifteenth consecutive year,” said Dr. Cheryl Jones, vice president and chief medical officer at GCS. On Friday, Jan. 13 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., the GCS location at 3330 Preston Ridge Road will be accepting donations.

For information about Totes 2 Tots and a list of drop-off locations, visit fb.com/totes2tots. To make a secure online donation, visit give.northside. com/totes2tots. credit Northside Hospital

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Volunteers bring hundreds of collected backpacks to a Georgia Cancer Specialist drop off location during the totes 2 tots 2o16 drive.

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the Roswell Historical Preservation Commission from the get-go.

“Once they realized we were going to keep the character of the property – we changed very little on the outside – they were very easy to work with,” she said.

The Platts removed the old carpeting and had new wood floors installed, modernized the kitchen and an upstairs kitchenette and eliminated some of the bathrooms.

“There were a lot of bathrooms, and you don’t need a lot of bathrooms, showers and tubs in an office,” she said.

Throughout the process, Platt was careful to not overdo the remodeling.

“We wanted to certainly keep the feeling of the house, and kind of decorate that,” she said. “We put in wood floors and gave it a paint job, just a facelift.”

She also ensured the home was decorated suitably for an office. She opened for business Oct. 15. Her firm consists of one other attorney and a paralegal. The home also provides offices for three other lawyers.

In the two months since opening, Platt said she’s getting used to the feel.

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Sealed Proposal Due Date: January 24, 2017 2:00PM Local Time Milton City Hall To be publicly opened approximately 2:05PM EST in the Courthouse The City reserves the right to reject any and all proposals.

The City of Milton is requesting submittals from interested parties for a public private partnership. The request for sealed proposals for Recruitment Market Study will be posted on the following websites the week of December 29, 2016. http://www.cityofmiltonga.us or http://ssl.doas.state.ga.us/PRSapp/PR_index.jsp City of Milton Notice of Meeting Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting:

Location:

Board of Zoning Appeals January 17, 2017 7:00 P.M. City of Milton City Hall 13000 Deerfield Parkway, Bldg 100 Council Chambers Milton, Georgia 30004-6119 678-242-2500

Consideration of Primary Variances a. V16-014, 4010 Orchard Way, Randall Schmidt Requests(s): • To allow a pool, pool deck and pool equipment to encroach into the 75 foot impervious setback (Section 20-426,2) b. V16-016, 825 Foxhollow Run, Nicole and Johnathan Smith Requests(s): • To allow a porch and deck to encroach into the 75 foot impervious setback (Section 20-426,2) c. V17-001, 13755 New Providence Road, Sotir Christopher Requests(s): • To allow a fireplace to be located in the side yard (Section 20-6477,2,b,2) Consideration of Appeals/Secondary variances: a. V16-015, 800 Mid Broadwell Road, Scott Reece Requests(s): • To allow the façade of a house to not be built parallel to the principal frontage (Crabapple FBC 4.4.1f) • To allow the frontage buildout to be less than 50% (Crabapple FBC Table10)

RFQ NUMBER 17-PR01 Sealed Proposal Due Date: January 19, 2017 at 2:00PM Local Time Milton City Hall To be publicly announced approximately 2:05PM in the Courthouse The City reserves the right to reject any and all proposals.

The City of Milton is requesting submittals from interested parties for a public private partnership. The request for sealed proposals for the City-Wide Master Plan Update for Parks & Recreation and Creation of Conceptual/ Master Plan for Providence Park will be posted on the following websites the week of December 22, 2016. http://www.cityofmiltonga.us or http://ssl.doas.state.ga.us/PRSapp/PR_index.jsp Request for Qualifications City Program Management Services RFQ NUMBER 17-PW01 Sealed Proposal Due Date: January 26, 2017 at 2:00PM Local Time Milton City Hall To be publicly announced approximately 2:05PM in the Courthouse The City reserves the right to reject any and all proposals.

The City of Milton is requesting submittals from interested parties for a public private partnership. The request for sealed proposals for City Program Management Services will be posted on the following websites the week of December 29, 2016. http://www.cityofmiltonga.us or http://ssl.doas.state.ga.us/PRSapp/PR_index.jsp

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Milton graduate Carl Lawson named All-SEC at Auburn Junior has recorded 9.5 sacks this season with Tigers

By JOE PARKER news@appenmediagroup.com MILTON, Ga. – Carl Lawson, a 2012 graduate of Milton currently in his junior year at Auburn University, has been named to the 2016 All-SEC team after a stellar regular season. Lawson, a defensive end, has 28 total tackles, 13 tackles for loss and 9.5 sacks in 11 games this season for the Tigers. Lawson’s accomplishment is made more impressive by the fact that he plays for Auburn in the SEC, known for stout defenses and loads of talent.

After compiling 20 tackles and 7.5 sacks in his freshman season in 2013, Lawson missed most of the 2014 season with a torn ACL. He was redshirted in 2015 but has returned with a breakout season this year. Lawson’s 9.5 sacks has him just two sacks away from the Auburn school record for sacks in a season.

Howie DeCristofaro, Milton’s head football coach who Lawson played for in his junior and senior season, said that Lawson is truly a special player and an amazing person.

“I have been coaching football for 34 years and Carl is the best kid I have ever been around in my life character-wise,” said DeCristofaro. “His integrity is beyond reproach and he is a great, great young man.”

DeCristofaro shared a special relationship with Lawson as the two rode to school together every morning. Lawson’s father was undergoing treatment for a kidney transplant and was unable to bring Lawson to school. DeCristofaro would pick Lawson up every morning, solidifying the special bond between player and coach.

“We had some of the greatest conversations on the way to school every morning, talking about football, life, politics, you name it, and that’s where I got to know him,” said DeCristofaro.

“He was a leader in school, did great in his classes, always helped his teammates out and he never really wanted to take a lot of credit for things.

The two years he played here we had a lot of talent and he always wanted everyone else to get the credit.

He was happy with whatever he got and the praise didn’t really matter to him.”

On the football field, DeCristofaro said that Law-

DEATH NOTICES Donald Michael Blanck, 89, of Cumming, passed away December 19, 2016. Arrangements by McDonald and Son Funeral Home.

Thomas Bower, of Roswell, passed away December 19, 2016. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

Milton graduate Carl Lawson was named to the 2016 All-SEC team. son’s had a passionate work ethic.

“From a football perspective he is one of those kids that is obsessed with being as good as he possibly could. In the two years that he played [at Milton], he never missed school or a workout session, ever. He did whatever it took. He would go down on the football field this time of year when it’s cold and football season is over working on drills with whoever he could find to work with him. He and I would do drills, he would do drills with other kids, he was just that obsessed with getting what he wanted, and he wanted to be good, so he did whatever it took,” DeCristofaro said.

Milton Athletic Director Gary Sylvestri said this season Lawson came back to the school over a long weekend, and instead of taking the time off, he was out with the Milton football team working with the

Gene Burgess, of Cumming, passed away December 19, 2016. Arrangements

by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

Frances Dishroom, 84, of Cumming, passed away December 17, 2016.

Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home.

Anita Vivian Guffin, 66, of Alpharetta, passed away December 19, 2016.

Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home.

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younger players to improve their respective games.

DeCristofaro said the special bond he and Lawson share has continued into Lawson’s collegiate career.

“He would always let me know he had tickets for me but obviously being a football coach we work on the weekends,” he said. “But this past season after our loss in the playoffs, I didn’t have a reason not to go. That was the first big-time college football game I had been to in about 20 years and it was just great to see him.”

DeCristofaro added he hopes to see Lawson join his fellow Milton graduate Peyton Barber, who Lawson played with at Milton, in the NFL ranks.

“He deserves whatever accolades he receives and to play in the next level, which I believe he will.”

Lawson will finish his junior season as Auburn plays Oklahoma in the Allstate Sugar Bowl on Jan. 2.

Eljoria Aline Hudson, of Cumming, passed away December 13, 2016.

Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home.

Li Jun Li, 82, of Alpharetta, passed away December 16, 2016. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home.

Bill Jarmon, 71, of Cumming, passed away December 15, 2016. Arrangements

by Ingram Funeral Home.

Cary Mustaki, 73, of Cumming, passed away December 16, 2016. Arrangements

by Ingram Funeral Home.

Ada Jeffery, of Milton, passed away December 14, 2016. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

Doris Ann Palmer, 72, of Cumming, passed away December 15, 2016.

Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home.

Edgar E. Ward, Jr., 96, of Roswell, passed away December 18, 2016. Arrangements

by Roswell Funeral Home.

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