Milton Herald – June 2, 2016

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Appen’s Best Athletes of the Year

The Milton Fire Department Color Guard places the flag at Memorial Day services at Freedom Park. Read more, Pages 32 – 33.

See who made our list ►►Pages 28 – 29

SPLOST approved One-cent sales tax to raise $976M for Fulton Schools ►►page 6

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ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Two construction workers were hospitalized May 24 after being hit by a car crash along a construction zone.

Alpharetta police and fire units responded to the collision around 1 a.m. at the Encore Parkway construction zone on Ga. 400.

A 1996 Toyota Avalon, driven by a 21-year-old, had been travelling southbound and allegedly entered a lane, which had been closed for construction, improperly. The Toyota struck an unoccupied Ford F-150 owned by the construction company and plowed it into two men who were working on the site.

The two construction workers, ages 48 and 20, were transported to North Fulton Hospital for the injuries they sustained during the collision. The older worker was pinned between the guardrail and the other vehicle before help arrived. He suffered serious injuries, while the younger worker had moderate injuries.

The crash incident is under investigation by the Traffic Enforcement Unit and charges are being evaluated.

Police Blotter

A 1996 Toyota Avalon collided with a Ford F-150, injuring two construction workers standing outside.

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All crime reports published by Appen Media Group are compiled from public records. Neither the law enforcement agencies nor Appen Media Group implies any guilt by publishing these names. None of the persons listed has been convicted of the alleged crimes.

All crime reports published by Appen Media Group are compiled from public records. Neither the law enforcement agencies nor Appen Media Group implies any guilt by publishing these names. None of the persons listed has been convicted of the alleged crimes.

Incomplete fake credit cards lead to arrest

►► Michael Lee Grogan, 45, of

ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Alpharetta police arrested a man May 21 for second degree forgery and financial transaction card fraud when he attempted to make purchases using multiple fake credit cards.

The officers were called to a local phone company about a man who was attempting to buy a $500 iPhone.

The man, Brian Ellison, 29, had first tried to pay with a credit card marked as belonging to one bank, but was issued by a different bank.

He then tried another card that also had conflicting bank information. He was denied the purchase, and the two cards were confiscated.

See BLOTTER, Page 29

DUI arrests Pembroke Pines, Fla., was arrested May 18 on Windward Parkway in Alpharetta for DUI, failure to maintain lane, and failure to obey a traffic control device. ►► Byron Austin Webb, 30, of Hoover, Ala., was arrested May 22 on Ga. 400 in Alpharetta for DUI. ►► Jordan August Anderson, 32, of Park Ridge Circle, Roswell, was arrested May 15 on Morrison Parkway in Alpharetta for DUI and failure to maintain lane. ►► Paul Daniel Mineck, 40, of Bossier Drive, Alpharetta, was arrested May 19 on Manor Bridge Drive in Milton for DUI and duty upon striking a fixed object. ►► John Edward Burke, 48, of Autumn Close, Milton, was arrested May 21 on

Medlock Bridge Road in Johns Creek for DUI and failure to maintain lane. ►► Chelsea A. Fletcher, 27, of Athens, was arrested May 22 on St. Georgen Common in Johns Creek for DUI and speeding. ►► Michael DeWayne McCorvey, 52, of Payne Court, Cumming, was arrested May 7 on Holcomb Bridge Road in Roswell for DUI and possession of marijuana. ►► William Floyd Manry, 57, of Wooten Road, Roswell, was arrested May 8 on Old Alabama Road in Roswell for DUI and reckless driving.

Drug arrests ►► Jayce Edward Kinney, 22, of

Columbia, S.C., was arrested April 21 on Northwinds Parkway in Alpharetta for possession of methamphetamines and failure to obey a traffic control device. ►► Giovanni Bonilla, 22, of Old Holcomb Bridge Way, Roswell, was arrested May 8 on Old Holcomb Bridge Way in Roswell for possession of marijuana. ►► Barry Young, 45, of Pleasant Hill, California, was arrested May 9 on Mansell Road in Roswell for possession of marijuana.

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How can dry eyes be treated beyond artificial tears?

By Dr. Samir Vira

Dry eye symptoms are becoming an increasing reason for office visits to ophthalmologists and optometrists everywhere. From mild eye irritation or gritty sand sensation to occasional blurry vision and eye fatigue, dry eye syndrome can affect suffering individuals in a variety of different ways.

Treatment for dry eye syndrome is usually initiated with lubricating drops called artificial tears. Using artificial tears, whether brand name or not, several times per day works well for most patients. However, many patients continue to experience significant symptoms requiring further treatment.

Preservative-free artificial tears, which are available in individual vials, can be beneficial to individuals with long-standing history of dry eye syndrome that have become poorly responsive to bottled artificial tears and that are prone to irritation from the preservatives. Additionally, thicker gel or ointment formulations of artificial tears, such as Refresh PM or Genteal, can be applied to the eyes right before bedtime to prevent desiccation of the eye surface over the course of the night. This is especially helpful in individuals who have exposure of their eyes from an incomplete closure of their eyelids.

Often, patients with chronic dry eyes have associated inflammation on the eye surface. A short course of low-dose topical steroids, such as lotemax (loteprednol etabonate), can be employed to reduce inflammation. Another prescription medication Restasis, or cyclosporine 0.05%, has been approved for long-term use in dry eye patients. It has been shown to not only reduce inflammation on the eye surface but also help improve tear production.

Eyelid disease can also contribute to dry eye syndrome. Meibomian glands located on the eyelids produce the normal oily layer of the tear film. Disruption of this oily layer due to clogged or poorly functioning meibomian glands leads to dry eye symptoms. Applying direct warm compresses to the eyelids aids in unblocking these glands and improving oil gland function. In addition, omega-3 fatty acids, found in fish and flaxseed oil, improves this oily layer and leads to better lubrication of the ocular surface. For patients with severe eyelid disease, an antibiotic named doxycycline may be used for a short duration to reduce the normal bacterial load of the eyelids. Doxycycline also has anti-inflammatory properties to decrease eyelid-associated inflammation.

When patients with severe dry eyes fail conventional therapies, customized contact lenses called scleral lenses may be necessary. These lenses serve as a moisture chamber to continuously bathe the ocular surface with lubricating drops. Autologous serum tears can also be an option for severe dry eye patients. Blood is drawn from the patient; subsequently, the plasma is separated from the red blood cells and then combined with preservative free artificial tears. Serum tears contain many of the biologically active components of natural tears that help to improve the eye surface and treat dry eyes.

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Governor’s selection is based on CCRPI results

By CANDY WAYLOCK candy@appenmediagroup.com FULTON COUNTY, Ga. — Schools in Fulton County, primarily in North Fulton, dominated the list of the best schools in Georgia, as determined by the Governor’s Office of Student Achievement. The recognition Zeff is based on results from the recently-released College and Career Ready Performance Index achievement scores.

Of the 187 public schools named to Gov. Nathan Deal’s list of top schools, 23 of those were in Fulton County—19 in North Fulton.

“We are very appreciative of Governor Deal’s recognition of the success of our faculty and students,” said Kenneth Zeff, interim superintendent, who will step down on June 1. “As a system, we are proud that Fulton County has the most recognized schools in the state of Georgia.”

Awards are issued in two areas, Highest Performing Schools and Greatest Gains, and are part of Georgia’s Single Statewide Accountability System.

Highest performing schools must earn a three-year average CCRPI achievement score that ranks in at least the 93rd percentile. Greatest Gains schools must earn a three-year average CCRPI progress score that ranks in at least the 93rd percentile.

All 19 schools in North Fulton were named in the highest performing category, with several being named in both categories.

Elementary Schools • Abbotts Hill Elementary – Highest Performing • Cogburn Woods Elementary – Highest Performing • Crabapple Crossing Elementary – Highest Performing • Creek View Elementary – Highest Performing • Dolvin Elementary – Highest Performing • Findley Oaks Elementary – Highest Performing • Lake Windward Elementary – Both Categories • New Prospect Elementary – Highest Performing • Northwood Elementary – Highest Performing • Ocee Elementary – Both Categories • Summit Hill Elementary – Highest Performing • Sweet Apple Elementary – Both Categories • Wilson Creek Elementary – Highest Performing

Middle Schools • Autrey Mill Middle – Highest Performing • River Trail Middle – Both Categories • Webb Bridge Middle – Both Categories High Schools • Alpharetta High – Highest Performing • Johns Creek High – Highest Performing • Northview High – Both Categories

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We are very appreciative of Governor Deal’s recognition of the success of our faculty and students. As a system, we are proud that Fulton County has the most recognized schools in the state of Georgia.”

Kenneth Zeff Interim superintendent

Fulton teachers named to Governor’s Reform Advisory Committee Two Fulton County teachers have been named to Gov. Nathan Deal’s newly formed Teacher Advisory Committee, which will review recommendations from the 2015 Education Reform Commission.

Nathalie Williams from Roswell North Elementary School and Alicia Darian from Bethune Elementary School will be part of the 90-member committee that will provide feedback and guidance to Deal, legislators and policy-makers. Last year the Education Reform Commission developed a lengthy list of recommendations to improve public education in Georgia.

The newly-formed Teacher Advisory Committee contains teachers with experience in kindergarten through high school across a wide range of subject areas including STEM fields, fine arts, and special and gifted education.

The committee will participate in meetings, conference calls and webinars throughout the summer and early fall and then provide feedback following each discussion to Deal.

The recommendations from the Education Reform Commission will likely be a hot topic of discussion in the 2017 General Assembly. The committee submitted 58 recommendations to Deal focusing on teacher pay, school funding, school choice and other areas needing improvement.

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SCHOOLS

Voters approve SPLOST for fifth time One-cent sales tax to raise $976M for Fulton Schools

By CANDY WAYLOCK candy@appenmediagroup.com FULTON COUNTY, Ga. — Just days before officially taking the helm of the Fulton County School System, incoming Superintendent Jeff Rose will find a system flush with new funding and an arms-length of projects to keep him busy for the next six years.

On May 24, Fulton County voters approved the fifth cycle of the Education Special Purpose Local Sales Tax, setting aside one penny from every dollar spent in Fulton to fund capital improvements through 2022. The current SPLOST, the fourth, retires on June 30, 2017.

Through its five-year cycle, SPLOST5 is expected to bring in $976 million to fund the Capital Program 2022 plan for Fulton Schools. The funds will be used primarily to complete renovations and improvements at existing schools, address aging tech-

nology within schools, fund new buses and furniture, and enhance safety and security systems.

“This approval from our voters validates that our community cares about its students and that education is a top priority,” said Kenneth Zeff, FCSS interim superintendent through the end of May. “We will continue to be good stewards of these resources and turn the community’s pennies into millions of dollars of educational improvements.”

In North Fulton, the most prominent project on the SPLOST radar through 2022 is the building of a STEM-focused campus on land currently occupied by the old Milton High School in downtown Alpharetta.

Officials noted that the school will create options for students who are seeking a nontraditional high school experience in areas such as healthcare, engineering and computer science. The start date and opening date will be determined in the upcoming months.

Other major projects planned through 2022 include the complete rebuilding of Crabapple Middle School in Roswell, field turf and track surface replacement at multiple high schools and upgrades to middle school media

centers.

First passed in 1997, the SPLOST has raised billions of dollars over the past two decades to fund 46 new schools, 37 building additions, renovations, technology upgrades and school buses for the FCSS. The one-cent sales tax was a critical component in opening new schools to keep up with explosive growth – primarily in North Fulton – over the past 20 years.

Earlier this year, an in-depth study determined $475 million would be needed to make needed renovations, repairs and “refreshing” to the 320 buildings which make up the Fulton County School System. Those improvements will keep the buildings functioning at optimal levels, noted school system planners.

Without SPLOST funding, officials with the FCSS were considering an increase in millage rates, or a bond referendum to cover the cost of needed projects. Both plans would have placed the funding source with Fulton County property owners.

“SPLOST is perhaps the most financially responsible option to fund our school improvements,” said School Board President Linda McCain. “Be-

This approval from our voters validates that our community cares about its students and that education is a top priority.”

Kenneth Zeff FCSS interim superintendent cause it’s a sales tax, the burden is shared among everyone who buys goods and services in Fulton County – many of whom are just visitors to our area. This provides relief to Fulton property owners.”

She noted that since 1997, every new school and addition in the FCSS has been completely paid for using SPLOST funds. In comparison, the system is still making interest payments on schools built prior to then.

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OPINION

With development TALES FROM THE TRAIL: All the light we cannot see comes benefits It seems like there is a lot of talk about how Forsyth County is growing out of control.

Constantly people discuss decisions that were made, buildings being built and people driving over the county lines in hoards. Go to pretty much any meeting held in the county and you will probably hear someone mention how it is Kathleen Sturgeon so “horrible” that the county is growing at such a rapid pace.

Editor kathleen@appenmediagroup.com That statement is usually accompanied by the declaration the Board of Commissioners and Board of Education are both ruining the county.

Now I’m not a professional developer, so I don’t know if the choices those boards are making are the right ones.

And honestly I don’t envy those members who have to make the tough decisions that will impact thousands of people.

But I do know that Denmark High School is going to be an incredible place to get a high school education.

Last week I had the chance to accompany the Forsyth County Board of Education along with other officials with Forsyth County Schools on a tour of the county’s newest school buildings. But the cherry on top of the behind-thescenes tour was getting to walk on the over 100 acres of land that Denmark High will soon sit on.

I, like probably most of the county’s residents, was a little uneasy at first about the thought of the beautiful landscape being torn down for yet another building. But the more I talked to the very well-informed people I was surrounded by, the more I realized this is a positive, not a negative.

Denmark High will be state-of-the-art and spacious, but also will keep some of the rural aspects of the land it is built upon.

Forsyth County Schools has made sure three of the already existing barns will not be demolished and instead used for the district’s new animal science career path.

It got me thinking, with all of this development there surely is a positive. These students will be attending a high school unlike any around. They will benefit from being able to have unique class experiences no other student in the county will get the chance to be a part of.

I completely understand why so many people talk about the constant development going on in the county. I, too, don’t want to see Forsyth lose its charm as a somewhat country type of place.

But isn’t it a good thing that so many people flock to the county? It means there is something to be desired here. And sometimes it can sound like locals are back in kindergarten and don’t want to share “their” county with outsiders.

Unless you have lived in Forsyth County for multiple generations, you, too, are an “outsider.”

Of course rules and guidelines for growth must be developed and enforced, things I believe the board members are working on. To give them benefit of the doubt, this type of situation isn’t something Forsyth has really been in before.

There is a learning curve for all involved.

It’s anything but an easy process, with difficult, far-reaching impacts from even the smallest decisions.

I try to see the positive of every situation, and this one is no different.

Without the interest in the land and the area and the constant development, we wouldn’t reap the benefits that come along with growth.

Publisher Ray Appen began walking the Appalachian Trail back in March. Before he left he wrote this column. He will be writing from the trail and we will publish his columns as they come in.

Below is the column he wrote before he left. He has traveled quite a few miles now; stay tuned for the rest of the story Apologies to Anthony Doerr.

It’s funny that I never noticed before. In Alpharetta, I often wake up around 3 a.m., get dressed and drive to the YMCA, where I wait in the parking lot in my car from 4 to 5 a.m. for the Y to open so I can swim and then lift Ray appen weights. That hour waiting is Publisher, AT Hiker ray@appenmediagroup.com my writing time — my “me” time. It energizes my entire day — my entire week. It keeps me whole.

I drive the same route every time and go through the same routine every morning. It’s dark when I drive to the Y. Down Academy Street I go, over 400, right on Preston Ridge, left into the Y. It’s always the same — except for today.

For the first time in all these years, I noticed that it really isn’t dark outside; there are lights everywhere — on both sides of the road, on every block, on every building, along almost every street. I count 15 bright lights on poles right now as I sit here in the Y parking lot — illuminating empty static space, all night long. I am the only one here and these 15 lights have been burning since about 6:30 p.m. And it’s now 4:30 a.m.

Interestingly enough, it looks like there are about another seven or eight lights on poles around the Y pool that are not lit. And, for the record, I’m not picking on the Y; I just happen to be here. The lights have been burning everywhere since 6:30 p.m.

We really experience very little “darkness.” Have you ever thought about that?

All night long, coal-fired power generating plants across the country feed the power grid and spew toxic carbon into our air that is poisoning our planet so we can illuminate empty parking lots, the sides of buildings, storefronts not passed by a single car, and empty sidewalks, roads, offices and neighborhoods. Check it out next time you are driving late at night or early in the morning. Lights, lights everywhere. Why? We turn off our lights in our homes because they waste electricity. So why do we illuminate empty parking lots all night long — safety? Install motion-detector cells or use timers. They’re fairly cheap. Or simply program 75 percent of all these lights to be off when they are serving no purpose other than to burn coal and support the power companies.

Why do we have all these lights turned on? Is it because it is light we cannot see? Maybe we should turn a lot of them off, you think?

I think the reason I have never noticed this frivolous and wasteful light is because it is simply invisible to me. It is just there. I had no reason to

notice. So what changed? Darkness changed.

It’s interesting — at least to me — probably only to me. I have been thinking a lot about light lately, so much that I am losing sleep. But the light that I am thinking about is “off” and I am trying to imagine how I am going to feel out in the middle of the woods in pitch blackness and I know that, at least at first, I am going to be very uncomfortable. I imagine that I will get used to it.

But the act of thinking about it is what caused me to notice all these illuminated sides of buildings and empty streets. Darkness helped me see this light.

I plan to leave Alpharetta from Springer Mountain soon and walk the Appalachian Trail — Georgia to Maine, like 2,200 miles —along with several thousand other folks from all over the country and world.

I hate camping. I don’t like to hike. But I have bought most of my gear and I’ve been training, reading, and, yes, hiking in preparation. I anticipate more than my share of darkness and, yep, I’m gonna change up my little morning routine.

Half of the journey will be in pitch black darkness somewhere on top of a mountain or in the middle of forests. That will be the sleeping part but I know that, before I fall asleep, I’ll be awake and it will be dark — really dark — and that will be so different. And it will be so illuminating.

We’ll see how far I get with my little adventure. One foot in front of the other a day at a time. I may make it to Maine and I may not, but I already know that, when I get back, all this light that I can see is really going to bug me.

I’ll keep you posted.

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COMMUNITY

Milton holds active shooter seminar

By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com MILTON, Ga. — The topic of active shooters can sometimes be uncomfortable, but the City of Milton along with the Milton Police Department are trying to get over that taboo and help out citizens.

Sgt. Chris Ward hosted an active shooter seminar May 17 free to the public to help attendees learn life-saving strategies to help in an active shooter situation.

“As law enforcement officers, we’ve been training for active shooter scenarios for years ever since Columbine happened in the 1990s,” Ward said. “The problem we found was that the public didn’t really know what to do in an active shooter scenario.”

For the past couple of years, Ward has been teaching these types of classes to his officers and the public at local businesses and daycare facilities.

“I’ve been advising certain facilities on what their protocols should be if an active shooter situation happens,” he said. “But then we got to thinking and had a huge outcry after (the shootings in) Aurora and Paris and all the events happening over the world. We wanted a bigger audience.”

Attendants at the seminar included not only Milton residents, but people from Forsyth County, Alpharetta and Roswell. They listened to an hourlong presentation on what to do if an active shooter is in the area, what to expect from law enforcement, what law enforcements expects the public to do once

they interact with officers and indicators of potential violence.

“We talked about what to look for, like if you’re at work and you see a coworker kind of spinning out of control,” he said. “It’s the whole ‘see something, say something’ mentality.

For those unable to attend the event, Ward said the most important thing to do is find a way to educate yourself. He suggested going to the Department of Homeland Security’s website to take its active shooter online training.

But in the meantime, he gave a tip agencies are currently using.

“Right now what most law enforcement agencies are pushing is the slogan, ‘run, hide, fight,’” he said.

“That’s what the current trend in teaching is. The first priority, if you can, is to run. The second, if you can’t run, is to hide. If you can’t run or hide and you’re in a position where you are face to face with an active shooter, then you need to fight for your life.”

The reason agencies are pushing this so hard, he said, is because during a lot of these incidents, like in Columbine, the students weren’t really hiding, but were just under desks when they got shot.

“We are trying to encourage people if they come across a scenario like this, they should be concerned about one thing and that is running,” he said. “They need to get out of that situation, not trying to hide or take personal belongings, but running.”

But Ward does teach the best way to hide or fight, if running is just not an option.

The audience listens during the active shooter seminar.

Every day Ward said he hopes and prays an active shooter situation won’t happen in our communities.

“I hope it never happens again, but it’s a real threat that’s out there,” he said. “It’s an obvious threat. The most important thing is for the community to get educated on what to do if it happens.”

After receiving lots of positive feedback, Ward said the department is planning to host more seminars in the future.

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GDP growth to continue at tepid Momentum in wrong direction for fed rate hike this year

By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appenmediagroup.com ATLANTA - The global economy can’t quite get jump-started and lacks “oomph” (a technical term economists use) in the global economy. That means we can expect about 0.5 percent growth throughout this quarter and in each of the remaining two quarters.

That is the May 26 forecast from Rajeev Dhawan, director of GSU’s Economic Forecasting Center.

Job growth in the United States has remained steady, but there does not seem to be the confidence for major re-investment in business that could spark a full-fledged recovery and get growth headed to a more robust 4 percent.

Dhawan pointed to Apple which is sitting on $2 trillion in capital but is just holding onto it. With money market account interest rates teetering just above zero percent interest, that

is more discretionary capital lying dormant than the fed has on hand.

“Why Apple is just holding onto it, I don’t know,” Dhawan said.

“There is a large noise to signal ratio out there, and mostly it is Dhawan just noise.”

He means there is are a lot of economic phenomena out there but the activity does not really tell us anything about what is going on in the economy.

Manuel Balmaseda, chief economist for the global construction conglomerate CEMEX, agreed.

Also speaking at the conference, Balmaseda said it is a case of “déjà vu” in which there are mixed signals out there in the areas that economists look to for trends.

“You look at the trouble spots: China’s slowdown, the drop in oil prices, geopolitics and what will the fed do. Those are all static right now,” Balmaseda said. “That has slowed investment. And investment today means jobs tomorrow.”

Highlights for Georgia, Atlanta • Georgia employment will gain 95,200 jobs (21,700 premium jobs) in calendar year 2016, 80,500 jobs (18,700 premium jobs) in 2017 and 72,500 (15,700 premium) in 2018.

• Nominal personal income will increase 5.1% in 2016 and 2017, and 5.2% in 2018.

• Atlanta will add 68,500 jobs (15,800 premium jobs) in calendar year 2016, 54,500 jobs (12,700 premium) in 2017 and 54,400 jobs (11,900 premium) in 2018.

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• Real gross domestic product (GDP) will expand 1.5% in 2016, 2.5% in 2017 and 2.4% in 2018.

• Business investment will drop 0.9% in 2016, rebound to 4.9% growth in 2017 and 5.7% in 2018. Jobs will grow by a monthly rate of 180,000 in 2016, 193,000 in 2017, and soften to 169,000 in 2018.

Right now it is a case of “tomorrow never comes.”

Markets are changing. Amazon is now the No. 2 retailer of apparel in the world behind Walmart but ahead of Target, Macys, TJ Maxx, The Gap and Kohl’s.

Balmaseda said China’s slowing growth means it is in a recession now.

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China seems to be able to continue to build its way out of recession, and there is no evidence it will stop, he said.

Meanwhile, Dhawan says consumer spending looks confident but it is deceptive.

“Consumer spending has been moderating since last fall,” Dhawan said. “Combined with extreme volatility in the stock market and the political uncertainty surrounding the presidential primaries and upcoming elections, the momentum indicator for confidence is not up, but down.”

Household income, while gaining, is still half the size of pre-Great Recession levels.

And the dramatic increase in vehicle sales is fueled by deep discounts from automakers and 7-year loans.

“This is bad news for shopping malls and retail centers,” he said, “because consumers are scrimping on discretionary spending to service their auto loans in the face of less than stellar income gains.”

Not only has apartment building mania cooled, housing demand has also, Dhawan said.

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Domestic-Based Sectors Drive Georgia’s Economy In Georgia, 2015 job creation was better in the education, health, hospitality, government and financial sectors than in the globally linked corporate, transportation, wholesale trade and manufacturing sectors, Dhawan said. But momentum is slowing in domestic sectors also.

“Consumer spending can keep the economy humming, but we need one more element to maintain a 10,000 monthly job growth at the state level,” said Dhawan. “The missing ingredient is business investment, which has been very weak for the last nine months.”

National investment dropped 1.6% in the first quarter of 2016, driven mostly by last year’s massive decline in oil prices.

As a result, the state added 22,800 positions in the first quarter of 2016, almost half of the number of jobs added in the fourth quarter in 2015.

“We also must take into account the types of jobs being created,” Dhawan said. “In the mid-1990s the economy created one high-quality tech or corporate job for every three jobs. Now, the economy creates one high-quality job for approximately every four jobs.” That means individual income tax growth has not been strong, particularly in Georgia.

However, Georgia bucked U.S. trends in manufacturing employment. Nationally, manufacturing employment grew And this is already a historically subpar recovery. But lack of demand for and availability of affordable housing suggests waning momentum for the

by only 1.1% in 2015, compared to 3.2% in Georgia. The reason: Georgia produces more goods for domestic consumption, including textiles and processed foods, than states manufacturing goods for global consumption.

“Given that we didn’t share in the fracking boom, we aren’t feeling the fracking bust,” Dhawan said.

Despite the slowdown in corporate job growth, construction in metro Atlanta continues to advance.

• Projects are taking flight near Dunwoody, Sandy Springs and SunTrust Park in Cobb County. Downtown and Buckhead also have seen increases in office projects and mixed-use development.

• Housing permits for the first quarter of 2016 were up 46.5%, driven by a tenfold increase in multifamily construction in Cobb County and a tripling of permits in Fulton County.

• Forsyth County first quarter multifamily permits totaled 262. This growth should moderate in line with national trends that have seen apartment vacancy rates move upward.

• Housing starts will rise from 1.154 million units in 2016 to 1.297 in 2018. Auto sales will slowly drop from 16.8 million units in 2016 to 16.3 in 2018.

• The 10-year bond rate will rise to 2.3% by the end of 2016, then 2.8% in 2017 and 3.4% in 2018.

potential of a June rate hike.

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ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Alpharetta and Johns Creek police officers working undercover rescued a 17-year-old kidnapping and human trafficking victim during a May 11 prostitution sting.

Police started the operation by answering an online sex ad for a girl who only identified herself as “Rose.”

An undercover officer agreed to meet with Rose at the Wingate Inn on Kingswood Place, Alpharetta, and pay for her services. Alpharetta police announced themselves soon after the meeting and confronted her.

“She immediately gave up all the details and seemed very relieved to see the officers, even though she was nervous,” said Alpharetta Public Information Officer George Gordon. “If she had not given out all the information she did, we would not have been able to catch the two suspects so quickly.”

The girl identified herself as a juvenile from Gastonia, North Carolina, and said she had met a guy on Facebook, who she knew as “Little Booby.” The man, 22-year-old Jamar Girley, told her that “she could make some money” in Georgia. Girley had convinced her to come to Georgia, where he allegedly pimped her out and drove her to client meetings.

Police stopped a white Ford Crown Victoria that the girl pointed out in the parking lot. The driver, Girley, was taken into custody.

In Girley’s car, police found 84 “bars,” a drug term used for Xanax pills, packaged and ready for distribution, along with $491 of currency in different denominations that were consistent with narcotic sales.

The victim also told police that there was another woman involved with Girley. She led police to a room at an Extended Stay hotel on Old Milton Park-

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After obtaining a search warrant, police additionally found condoms, sex toys, lubriOrtero cant and the juvenile’s school identification in the room.

Otero, like the juvenile, had also met Girley over Facebook. He convinced her to come to Georgia and make some money selling “bars,” or Xanax. According to the juvenile, Otero was Girley the one who would take several provocative photos of her to attach with the online sex ads.

Girley and Otero were both arrested on charges of pimping, human trafficking, and possession and distribution of drugs. They are being held without bond at the Fulton County Jail.

“Atlanta is a mecca for human trafficking, and we want to be proactive,” said Gordon. “We do not want that problem migrating up to north Fulton.

That’s why we have a unique unit devoted to specialty crime that prostitution happens to be a part of. We’re going to continue to utilize undercover officers as a deterrent to make sure that this problem doesn’t come up to our area.

“If we had not conducted the undercover operation, the 17-year-old girl would still be stuck in that terrible situation today, and I cannot think of a more miserable existence than being forced into something like that.”

The juvenile was returned to her mother in North Carolina without charges.

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Live Nation Worldwide Inc. agreed to operate the Verizon Wireless Amphitheater in February 2016.

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By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — The show must go on, and it will at Verizon Wireless Amphitheater, just under a new operator.

Live Nation Worldwide Inc. agreed to operate the facility back in February.

The Woodruff Arts Center owns and operates, through ASO Presents, the 12,000-seat outdoor amphitheater and surrounding 45 acres. Opened in 2008, Verizon Wireless Amphitheater was built to bring the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra to the northern arc of the Atlanta area as well as to serve as a venue for touring concerts and events, with revenues from all events supporting the core goals of the Symphony, according to a press release.

“We are delighted to partner with Live Nation in this new agreement,” said Virginia Hepner, president and chief executive officer of the Woodruff Arts Center. “Through this new arrangement, we have an incredible opportunity to support the core mission of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra and to continue the artistic and educational excellence that has marked the ASO’s 71-year history.”

The agreement is for an initial term of 20 years with options for two additional five year periods. Over the initial 20-year term, the Arts Center would receive fixed payments that will support the core mission of the ASO, the press release said.

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According Geoff smith to Reporter NewsAssurance Financial, gsmith@lendtheway.com papers, global, Texas-based developer Transwestern is buying a 2-acre site currently owned by General Growth Properties as part of its Perimeter Mall property. The property sits along the eastern border of the Dunwoody MARTA station, and Transwestern plans to build a 16-story building that would include a restaurant on the first floor.

The property is directly across from the State Farm campus which is under construction and will eventually include four, 20-story office towers and a crosswalk to the MARTA station.

That campus is next to the old Goldlkist headquarters where a developer has proposed building two high-rise office towers, two high-rise residential towers, a hotel, a conference center and a restaurant.

And all of this construction is about a mile from the Sandy Springs MARTA station where Mercedes-Benz is building its headquarters and where a developer is proposing four more high-rise office buildings.

As I was driving down Hammond Drive with one of the managing partners at my Assurance Financial branch yesterday, I was telling him about all of the office tower-projects in the works. His first thought was about the incredible influx of people those developments will bring to the area.

“Good thing they are next to the MARTA stations,” he said.

That is a very good thing. If all of those projects get approval, are

built and get filled, it would easily mean adding thousands of people to the daytime population of the Sandy Springs-Dunwoody area. Dunwoody has several transportation improvement projects in the works for that area, and the Goldkist and State Farm projects included adding another exit on I-285. But even with that, as a businessman working in the Perimeter area who lives outside the MARTA rail network, I am hoping the new tenants employ folks that live inside it.

The idea is that they will. It is widely considered truth that the millennial crowd prefers transit versus driving. And this is important because in a couple of years, the millennial crowd will make up 25 percent of the workforce.

So corporations are looking at ways to make themselves more attractive to that workforce.

The State Farm campus in Dunwoody is a prime example of this. The campus is really being pitched as a downtown of sorts. The Dunwoody City Council proposed adding a $20 million connector road that would come off I-285 and run beneath Ashford-Dunwoody Road, re-emerging behind the State Farm campus. This road may one day be lined with retail and be a walkable downtown-type development that some have called

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Midtown in Dunwoody. This road would connect the office buildings to several new condo high rises and other retail and office complexes.

Articles keep appearing showing studies that say millennials want rail and walkable environments, and that businesses want to be attractive to millennials.

Builders in the Atlanta market are putting their money where those articles’ mouths are.

Geoff Smith is a mortgage banker with Assurance Financial focusing on residential home loans for refinances and home purchases. gsmith@lendtheway.com 770-674-1433 Personal: NMLS#104587 Business: NMLS#70876 *The views and opinions expressed in this column do not necessarily reflect the views of Assurance Financial Group

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Mozen has been an active NARI member since 2004, serving as secretary, treasurer, president and chairwoman of the Certification Board for the national organization. A NARI certified remodeler and green certified professional, Mozen is also an EarthCraft builder and remodeler.

During her tenure with the organization, her firm has been the recipient of a number of Contractor of the Year awards, as well as the NARI Atlanta President’s Award and OBIE Professionalism Gold Award from the Greater Atlanta Homebuilders Association.

Arrow Exterminators acquires Spencer Pest Services Atlanta — Atlanta-based Arrow Exterminators announced May 10 the merger and acquisition of Spencer Pest Services in Roswell, Ga. This deal will provide Arrow the opportunity to strengthen its presence in the strong north metro Atlanta market.

“We are so pleased to welcome the customers and team members of Spencer Pest Services,” said Emily Thomas Kendrick, president and chief executive officer of Arrow Exterminators. “Their commitment to the community and passion for customer service makes them a perfect fit for Arrow.”

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Avalon recognized for awardwinning marketing programs ATLANTA – North American Properties won May 22 two gold and two silver U.S. MAXI Awards from the International Council of Shopping Centers during its annual RECon Convention in Las Vegas. Three of these awards recognized NAP’s development of Avalon.

The U.S. MAXI Awards honor the highest caliber of premier marketing, community outreach, sales promotion and new media efforts within the U.S. retail real estate industry. Over the last four years, NAP has won 16 U.S. MAXI Awards for its marketing initiatives.

Avalon, the $600 million mixed-use NAP development in Alpharetta, won gold for its cause-related marketing around Noon to Night, a fashion show that raised $10,000 for Bert’s Big Adventure. Avalon brought home a second gold award for leveraging public relations, social media and community support to sway the Alpharetta City Council to allow NAP to welcome Chick-Fil-A as a dining option.

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Pediatric nursing award presented to outstanding nurse ROSWELL, Ga. — The Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center of Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta recently presented Roswell-born Jackie Cirilli, R.N. with the prestigious Laura Snitzer-Boozer Nursing Award. The award honors nurses who have demonstrated professional excellence and leadership in hematology/oncology care, as well as provides financial support for continued education in the field of oncology. She will receive a scholarship to attend a nursing conference of her choice.

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Former Gov. Jeb Bush returns to Jackson Healthcare Board ATLANTA – Jackson Healthcare, one of the nation’s largest healthcare staffing and technology companies, announced today that former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush has returned to the company’s board of advisors.

Bush suspended his campaign for President in 2016. His return is effective immediately.

Bush “We are honored to have a leader with such wisdom and knowledge about healthcare and public policy back on our team,” said Richard L. Jackson, chairman and CEO of Jackson Healthcare. “Jeb is an innovative thinker who offers far-reaching strategic guidance to our enterprise.”

Bush served as Florida’s governor for two terms and was first elected in 1998. He was instrumental in cutting taxes, reforming education and restructuring healthcare programs.

The former governor said he is eager to help Jackson work through the challenges that continue to mount in the healthcare marketplace.

“I am proud to serve with a company that puts the doctor-patient relationship first,” Bush said.

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EVENTS: HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE COLLECTION DAY

What: Keep Roswell Beautiful has partnered with the city to help residents safely get rid of potentially toxic and hazardous household materials. Check online for a full list of items.

When: Saturday, June 4, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Where: Roswell Public Works Facilities, 1810 Hembree Road, Roswell More info: keeproswellbeautiful.org

BUTTERFLY FESTIVAL

What: The expanded “Butterfly Encounter Exhibit” allows visitors to hand-feed more than 250 free flying butterflies and learn more about these beautiful creatures.

When: Saturday, June 4, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Where: Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell Cost: $12 general public, $8 CNC members More info: chattnaturecenter.org

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY VOLUNTEER INFO SESSION What: Come learn about unique volunteering opportunities at the Habitat for Humanity ReStore to help provide affordable housing to families in need.

Any help is greatly appreciated.

When: Saturday, June 4, 10:30 a.m.

Where: Habitat for Humanity ReStore, 11060 Alpharetta Highway, Roswell More info: 770-415-1633, vgibson@ habitat.org

ALPHARETTA BREWMOON COUNTRYFEST

What: The Atlanta Business Association invites everyone to enjoy a night of live music, great drinks and local food. The artist lineup includes Emily Minor and Zach & Allison Laughlin.

When: Saturday, June 4, 6:30-11 p.m.

Where: Historic downtown Alpharetta,

Milton Avenue Cost: $10, price only covers admission More info: www.AlpharettaBusinessAssociation.com, 404-402-5389

What: The Milton Police Department offers a free rape and aggression defense course, suitable for women ages 13 and up. This course requires attendance on all three dates.

When: June 5, 12, 18; 1:30-5:30 p.m.

Where: Milton City Hall, 13000 Deerfield Pkwy, Milton More info: cityofmiltonga.us

WOMEN’S CANCER SUPPORT GROUP MEETING What: Join the group for friendly conversation, informative speakers and wonderful support for women living with cancer.

When: Tuesday, June 7, 7 p.m.

Where: Emory Johns Creek Hospital Education Center, 6325 Hospital Parkway, Johns Creek More info: emoryjohnscreek.com, 678977-1467

RADKIDS SELF DEFENSE COURSE

What: The Milton Business Alliance invites everyone for networking and fun while keeping the town beautiful.

Mimosas and homemade treats will be available to volunteers.

When: Saturday, June 4, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Where: Hopewell Road, Milton More info: Register at miltonbusinessalliance.com

What: The Milton Police Department offers a radKIDS self-defense course for children ages 5-12. Students should plan to attend both dates to complete the course.

When: June 8-9, 8 a.m.-12 p.m.

Where: Milton City Hall, 13000 Deerfield Pkwy, Milton Cost: $15, price includes snacks More info: cityofmiltonga.us, pdinfo@ cityofmiltonga.us

MOVIE NIGHT: THE HEDGEHOG

CHATTAHOOCHEE RIVER RACE

MILTON ADOPT-A-ROAD CLEAN UP

What: The city of Johns Creek invites everyone to watch “The Hedgehog,” winner of the Best Picture award at the Seattle International Film Festival.

When: Saturday, June 4, 7 p.m.

Where: Park Place at Newton School, 3125 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek More info: JohnsCreekGA.gov/ParkPlace

100 BLACK MEN ANNUAL GOLF CHALLENGE

What: 100 Black Men of North Metro invites everyone to participate in their annual golf challenge to support their continuing initiative of mentoring and enriching the youth.

When: Saturday, June 4, 11 a.m.

Where: Trophy Club of Atlanta, 15135 Hopewell Road, Alpharetta Cost: Starting at $125 More info: northmetro100.org, 770518-5559

FAMILY, FUN, FLICKS & FOOD TRUCKS What: “A League of Their Own” will play for free at Milton High School. The event starts at 7 p.m. with food trucks and festivities. The movie starts at dusk.

When: June 4, 7 p.m.

Where: Milton High School, 13025 Birmingham Highway, Milton More info: cityofmiltonga.us, 678-2422533

What: The free, public race begins at Garrard’s Landing and finishes at Riverside Park.

When: Thursday, June 9, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

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

DATE NIGHT ON THE RIVER

What: Come relax at the Chattahoochee Nature Center on this adults-only, 2 ½-hour sunset evening paddle. Ages 21 and older.

When: Ongoing 5-9 p.m.

Where: Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell Cost: $30 general public, $25 members More info: Check availability and register at chattnaturecenter.org/families/ canoe-programs

FARMERS MARKETS, FOOD TRUCKS: ALPHARETTA FOOD TRUCK ALLEY

What: Alpharetta’s Food Truck Alley on Thursday evenings offers a variety of six to eight rotating area food trucks.

When: Thursdays, 5-9 p.m., through Oct. 20.

Where: Old Roswell Street in Alpharetta’s historic district More info: awesomealpharetta.com

ALPHARETTA FARMERS MARKET

What: The Alpharetta Farmers Market features fruits, vegetables, natural meats, fresh flowers and herbs, and a variety of home goods.

When: Saturdays, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m., through Oct. 29.

Where: Old Canton Street in downtown Alpharetta More info: alpharetta.ga.us

ROSWELL FARMERS & ARTISANS MARKET

What: The Roswell Farmers & Artisans Market offers fresh, local farm, ranch and artisan foods direct from producers, and much more.

When: Saturdays, 8 a.m.-noon.

Where: Roswell City Hall, 38 Hill St., Roswell More info: roswellfam.com

JOHNS CREEK FARMERS MARKET

What: Held at the Newton Park Amphitheater, each market features more than 25 local farmers and vendors with organic and/or sustainable foods and produce.

When: Saturdays, 8 a.m.-noon, through Sept. 13.

Where: 3150 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek More info: JohnsCreekGA.gov

MUSIC, ARTS & THEATER: UNDER THE PINES AT MATILDA’S

What: Kara Claudy will perform June 3, and Foxhollow will perform June 4 at Matilda’s Cottage as part of the outdoor “Under the Pines” series.

When: June 3-4, 8:30 p.m.

Where: Under the Pines at Matilda’s, 377 South Main St., Alpharetta Cost: $15 online, $20 at the door; Kids under 16 are free when accompanied by parent.

More info: matildascottage.com

ROSWELL’S RIVERSIDE SOUNDS CONCERT SERIES

What: The Bonaventure Quartet with Amy Pike will perform at the free Roswell Riverside Sounds Concert Series.

At least two food trucks will be on location from 6-9 p.m.

When: Saturday, June 4, 7-9 p.m.

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

FRANCES MOONEY AND FONTANNA SUNSET 2016

What: The Cumming Playhouse presents a night of soulful bluegrass by Atlanta Country Music Hall-of-Famer Frances Mooney.

When: Saturday, June 4, 8 p.m.

Where: The Cumming Playhouse, 101 School St., Cumming Cost: $15-$20 More info: playhousecumming.com

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ROSWELL’S SUMMER PUPPET SERIES

What: Frisch Marionettes presents “Hansel and Gretel” as part of Roswell’s family-friendly Summer Puppet Series.

Show times available at roswellgov.com.

When: June 6-11 Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell Cost: $5 per ticket, children under 2 get in free More info: 770-594-6232, roswellgov.com

SUMMER HARP CONCERT WITH LISA HANDMAN

What: Harpist and teacher Lisa Handman returns to light up the summer night with a free, family-friendly harp concert.

When: Thursday, June 9, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

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

LIBRARY EVENTS: MILTON SUMMER READING KICK-OFF

READ WITH ECHO

What: Children can sign up to read with Echo, a trained and registered therapy dog, for a free 15-minute session. The opportunity is perfect for reluctant or anxious readers.

When: Wednesday, June 8, 4-5:30 p.m.

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

SMALL, SMALL WORLD

What: Funded by the city of Johns Creek, the library will host free programs throughout June to teach children ages 2-4 about music, movement, art and literature around the world.

Registration required.

When: Wednesday, June 8, 10:30-11:15 a.m.

Where: Northeast/Spruill Oaks Branch Library, 9560 Spruill Road, Johns Creek More info: afpls.org

PET ADOPTIONS:

What: The summer reading program will start with a day of face painting, refreshments and a special guest appearance by the Gwinett Braves mascot, Chopper.

When: Friday, June 3, 11 a.m.-4p.m.

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

FORSYTH COUNTY ANIMAL SHELTER

COLLEGE ADMISSIONS SEMINAR: KSU What: Kennesaw State University Admissions Counselor Dan Audia will be available to talk about the admissions process and give tips on how to put together the best application.

When: Friday, June 3, 1-2:30 p.m.

Where: Roswell Branch Library, 115 Norcross St., Roswell More info: afpls.org, register at 770640-3075

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

ZINIO ONLINE TRAINING

OF INTEREST ELSEWHERE:

What: The library is offering free training for their new Zinio app, which allows patrons to check out, read and download hundreds of different magazines to read on their favorite device.

When: Friday, June 3, 1-2 p.m.

Where: Northeast/Spruill Oaks Branch Library, 9560 Spruill Road, Johns Creek More info: karen.swenson@fultoncountyga.gov, 770-360-8820

COLLEGE ADMISSIONS SEMINAR: MOREHOUSE COLLEGE

What: Morehouse College admissions director Michael Moore will be available to talk about the admissions process and give tips on how to put together the best application.

When: Friday, June 6, 6-7 p.m.

Where: Roswell Branch Library, 115 Norcross St., Roswell More info: afpls.org, register at 770640-3075

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

DOLLY PARTON PURE & SIMPLE TOUR

What: Country legend Dolly Parton will stop by to perform in Duluth as part of her Pure & Simple summer tour.

When: Saturday, June 4, doors open 6:30 p.m.

Where: Infinite Energy Center, 6400 Sugarloaf Pkwy, Duluth Cost: $55-$95 More info: infiniteenergycenter.com

GARRISON KEILLOR AT THE FOX

What: Garrison Keillor presents a live broadcast of radio show “A Prairie Home Companion” at the Fox Theatre.

When: Saturday, June 4, 5:45 p.m.

Where: The Fox Theatre, 660 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta Cost: Tickets starting at $35 More info: foxtheatre.org

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Get outside Georgia:

Take a kid fishing during National Fishing and Boating Week!

Looking for the perfect way to kick off summer? Here’s a great suggestion -- make plans to enjoy some of the exciting outdoor adventure opportunities available STEVE HUDSON across Georgia Get Outside Georgia, during National Chattahoochee Media Group Fishing and Boating Week, June 4-12, including special Kids’ Fishing Events designed for the entire family (but especially the kids).

“Positive connections happen when families get together and enjoy outdoor recreation such as boating and fishing,” said John Biagi, chief of fisheries management for the Georgia Department of Natural Resources.

“Teaching a child to fish, or taking an outing on a boat, can help build a conservation ethic while also introducing an exciting activity you can enjoy for life.”

National Fishing and Boating Week got its start decades ago as a way to celebrate the traditions and values of fishing, while also promoting the spirit of togetherness that’s so often the hallmark of outdoor activities. It’s expanded over the years to include activities throughout the country, including many right here in Georgia.

For Georgia, in fact, one of the highlights of the week is a pair of “Free Fishing Days” – Saturday, June 4 and Saturday, June 11.

On either of those days, you, your family and your friends can fish in Georgia without having to get a fishing license, trout license or Wildlife Management Area stamp.

Just note that all other fishing regulations remain in effect. Note too that this does not apply to fees charged at private ponds.

According to the Department of Natural Resources, Free Fishing Days is intended to “encourage people to try fishing,” while also “celebrating fishing as wholesome and healthy recreation.”

Where’s a good place to go? Georgia offers an abundance of public fishing opportunities ranging from large lakes to small mountain streams. All offer potentially exciting fishing.

But if you have kids in your crew, it’s hard to beat one of the many Kids’ Fishing Events scheduled around the state during that week.

These events are fine opportunities

to introduce young people to fishing.

And if you and your family are new to the sport?

No worries. There will probably be plenty of experienced anglers on hand to help you out.

According to DNR, some of the Kids’ Fishing Events feature not only prizes, and in some cases lunches, but a variety of other fun-filled fishing-related activities too.

As it happens, one of the most exciting Kids’ Fishing Events will be taking place close to home on our very own Chattahoochee River at Gwinnett County’s Jones Bridge Park. Scheduled for Saturday, June 4, this particular event runs from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. and promises to be a huge amount of fun for kids and parents alike.

Experienced trout anglers from organizations such as North Georgia Trout Online, a family-friendly online trout fishing community, will be on hand to offer encouragement and assistance. And the word is that there should be plenty of trout in the river that day too.

The fishing can be exciting! But without a doubt, the most enjoyable thing about these Kids’ Fishing Event is seeing the smiles that they bring to children’s faces.

“There is nothing like watching a kid catch their first fish, and you could be the one that introduces that love of fishing for your child,” said Biagi. “Kids fishing events are a great place to begin as they are organized and help you and your child get a feel for fishing before trying to ‘tackle’ it on your own.”

To find out more about National Fishing and Boating Week events, including Kids’ Fishing Events, go to www.georgiawildlife.com/nfbw.

Steve Hudson’s book “Hiking the Hooch” will help you discover great hiking close to home in the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area.

Check it out in local outdoor shops, on Amazon, or order online from www.chattahoochee media.com.

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A glance at a local events calendar reveals that there are festivals of every size and type happening all around the metro area, all year long. We have a beautiful city with beautiful weather, and we love to take advantage of every opportunity to get outside and enjoy it. While festivals are a fun weekend diversion for most, for potential home buyers, they’re also a valuable source of information. Local festivals reflect the culture of their neighborhoods, giving you the opportunity to get a taste of what life there might be like and to meet your potential neighbors. In addition to festivals, commu-

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North Fulton/Forsyth Best of the Year A look back on the best athletes this year in North Fulton, Forsyth County

By JOE PARKER news@appenmediagroup.com NORTH FULTON, Ga.- Another season of high school sports in North Fulton and Forsyth County are in the books, but not to despair. Over the next four weeks, Appen Media will highlight the best athletes, games, coaches, and teams to help relive what was another memorable and fantastic year for sports in North Fulton and Forsyth.

We begin this week with our Athletes of the Year, listed in no particular order.

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Lawson Hill of King’s Ridge had a fielding percentage of .990 this season in addition to his .412 average at the plate.

Jenna Staiti (West Forsyth girls basketball) -- Named the Gatorade Georgia Girls Player of the Year, Staiti led the West Forsyth Lady Wolverines basketball team to its first-ever region championship, first playoff win, and led West to the final four of the state playoffs. Staiti averaged 26.2 points and 4.2 blocks per game and scored over 35 points in each of West’s four playoff games, including a 51-point performance in the final four.

Quintarius Neely (Roswell football) -- Neely transferred from Lovejoy to join

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Neely threw for 2,676 yards and 32 passing touchdowns, leading a Roswell offense that averaged 43 points per game, and finished as state championship runner-up in Class 6A. Blessed Trinity pitching staff (Blessed Trinity baseball) -- It would be too difficult to pick just one member of the BT pitching staff, a staff that had a team ERA of just 0.79 for the entire season. Hunter Lehman (10-1), John Michael Bertrand (9-2), Peyton Glavine (6-0) and Patrick McNamara (4-0) led Blessed Trinity to the Class 3A state championship with dominate pitching. The four pitchers combined for over 200 strikeouts and allowed just 21 earned runs in 37 games.

Lindsay Billings (Northview cross country) -- Billings captured her second consecutive Class 6A state championship in cross country this season. The Northview senior also finished fourth in the South Regional championships and finished 19th in the Foot-Locker National Championship. Billings was

named the Gatorade Girls Runner of the Year for Georgia.

Davis Shanley (South Forsyth football) -- Shanley, a junior, led the War Eagles to their first Region 6-AAAAAA championship and on to the third round of the state playoffs with 2,348 passing yards and 25 passing touchdowns.

Connor Mannion (Lambert boys basketball) -- Mannion averaged 19 points and 13 rebounds per game and led the Longhorns to their second consecutive Region 6-AAAAAA championship and to the second round of the state playoffs in his senior campaign.

Jake Williamson (Fellowship Christian boys soccer) -- Williamson was a dominate offensive force for Fellowship’s boys soccer team, scoring 51 goals in 21 games and leading the Paladins to the Class A state championship game.

Lawson Hill (King’s Ridge baseball) -- Hill was named to the national Louisville Slugger Pre-season All-American 2nd team and did not disappoint. Hill had a .412

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Tre Lamar (Roswell football) -- Lamar led the dominant Hornets’ defense in tackles in the 2015-16 season, a defense that allowed just 12 points per game on their way to the Class 6A state championship game. Lamar had 166 total tackles (66 solo), 17 tackles for a loss, 10 sacks and scored a defensive touchdown. Lamar was named to the UnderArmour All-American team.

Jack Corrigan (Chattahoochee soccer) -- In just his sophomore season, Corrigan posted 12 shutouts and allowed just 8 goals in 19 games in goal for the Cougars. Thanks in large part to Corrigan’s work in goal, Hooch posted an 18-0 record before they were beaten in the semifinals of the Class 6A state playoffs.

Kobi Simmons (St. Francis boys basketball) -- All-American Kobi Simmons averaged 27 points, 4 rebounds, 4 assists and two steals per game in his final season at St. Francis before he joins the Arizona Wildcats. Simmons won two state championships and made four state championship appearances with St. Francis.

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Continued from Page 2 Police found six more fake cards on Ellison when they detained him, bringing the total to eight. According to the officers, almost all of the cards had contradictory information on them and were missing signature strips.

Ellison told police as he was being arrested that “he desperately needed cash� and that he thought the credit cards would scan like gift cards. He admitted to knowing that the cards were fraudulent.

2 businesses weather overnight break-ins MILTON, Ga. — Milton police responded May 15 to a forced burglary at a local gas station and a second attempted break-in at an adjacent business with no significant losses to either.

The officers arrived at 3 a.m. to the location when the gas station’s security alarm went off. The door of the building had been forcibly pried open.

The damage was more extensive inside, with almost all registers, panels and cabinets thrown open. A computer that normally sat on top of one of the counters was hanging over the side by

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its wires. Additionally, the breakers had been turned off by the suspect.

The owner of the gas station confirmed that the only thing missing was a small amount cash from one of the counters.

A nearby business also showed signs of an attempted break-in. The front door was still secured, but police found a security camera on the northwest corner of the building was turned around to obscure the video feed. The electrical and power boxes had all been turned off, and parts of the back door had been pried back. It appears that the suspect failed to actually enter the second location.

The owner of the second business found a recording of a masked, male suspect turning the securing camera around. He was driving a white vehicle, possibly a Camaro.

Woman billed $6K in fraudulent charges MILTON, Ga. — A woman reported a case reoccurring fraud May16 when she was alerted to multiple fraudulent charges, totaling $6,000, made in her name. The woman contacted Milton police about three fraudulent credit cards for upscale retail stores opened under her name along with unauthorized access to her existing account at

a separate store. Charges she had not made were on all of the accounts.

The woman found out about to the charges April 28 when she received two credit cards she did not apply for and a letter denying her membership for a third. Based on the information needed to open the accounts, it is likely that the suspect knows her social security number.

The stores and her bank were alerted to the fraud and will reimburse her for the charges. Police tracked the card use to Birmingham, Ala.

Two men tag team store for $1K in items ROSWELL, Ga. — Two men were arrested May 6 for allegedly shoplifting close to $1,000 in store merchandise.

Roswell police were patrolling by a local retail store, when they were alerted to a possible case of shoplifting by a loss prevention officer. He told police that he was familiar with the two suspects and advised that they would probably take the items without paying.

Police observed the two men, identified as Ronald Crane, 43, and Macio Baker, 30, walk out of the store with $1000 worth of clothing, household goods and health items. They had not paid for any of them. Both men were arrested for felony shoplifting.

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Pictured from left are Milton boys varsity golf team members coach Justin Bacile, Dalton Cauley, Phil Jones, Jay Lee, Walker Bottomly, Michael Olmsted, coach Pete Deweese, Matt Cinesi and Ethan Unverazgt.

NF schools place at state golf championship NORTH FULTON, Ga. — The Georgia High School Association State AAAAAA Championship for golf was held Monday, May 16 in the Spring Hill Country Club at Tifton. Schools from across the state met to compete in the tournament.

The Johns Creek High School boys team captured first place with a final score of 294. Mill Creek High School came in second, followed closely by Lambert and Milton.

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No baseball championship rings this year North Fulton’s/Forsyth’s streak of baseball champs ends at three

By JOE PARKER news@appenmediagroup.com NORTH FULTON, Ga. – For the first time since 2012, no schools from North Fulton or Forsyth County captured baseball state championships this season. From 2013-15, local teams won a combined six state titles in three different classifications. King’s Ridge won state titles in 2014 and 2015 in Class A, Blessed Trinity won in 2014 and 2015 in Class 3A, Lambert won the state and national title in 2014, and Milton won the Class 6A title in 2013.

Two teams, Blessed Trinity in Class 3A and King’s Ridge in Class A, were seeking their third consecutive state championships after both teams won their respective state championship in 2014 and 2015.

Blessed Trinity looked poised to capture its third consecutive Class 3A state championship this season and was nationally ranked in a few polls. Dating back to last season, Blessed Trinity compiled a 49game win streak before losing to Tuerlings Catholic --one of the top teams in Louisiana -- on April 8, the team’s only loss of the regular season.

As expected, the Titans captured their sixth consecutive region championship and sailed through the first three rounds of the playoffs.

BT was handed just its second loss of the season, and first to a team from Georgia, from Jackson County, which won Game 2 of the semifinal series. However, BT would dominate Game 3, 9-1. to make its third trip to the state championship

series.

But season win/loss records, prior championships and even success against a particular team earlier in the season meant nothing in the playoffs.

BT faced Region 3-AAA rivals Westminster in the state championship.

Blessed Trinity had defeated Westminster handily in the teams’ prior two meetings of the season, 15-1 and 9-3.

However, the Wildcats eked out two close victories, 2-1 and 7-6, to sweep BT in the state championship series, denying their region foes the three-peat.

King’s Ridge was also seeking a three-peat for the Class A state championship, and like BT looked poised for a third consecutive title, but in allowing a late comeback in the state semifinal series, the Tigers were unable to capture another championship ring.

After taking Game 1 in decisive fashion over Hebron Christian in the semifinals, King’s Ridge led Hebron 5-1 in the bottom of the seventh inning in Game 2. The Tigers needed just three outs to make their third consecutive state championship appearance.

Hebron Christian had other ideas.

A seemingly unbelievable two-out rally for Hebron allowed them to score five runs in their final at-bat to get a walkoff 6-5 victory and force a decisive Game 3.

King’s Ridge would fall 5-3 in Game 3 to end its season.

In Class 6A, the Lambert Longhorns were seeking their first trip to the state championship since they captured the state title, as well as the national title, in 2014.

After an impressive 25-5 regular season, Lambert faced a tough-draw in Walton in the quarterfinals.

Lambert fell in two games, 3-1 and 5-4, ending the Longhorns’ championship hopes. Walton was the eventual Class 6A champions.

King’s Ridge was also seeking a three-peat for the Class A state championship, and like BT looked poised for a third consecutive title, but in allowing a late comeback in the state semifinal series, the Tigers were unable to capture another championship ring.

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North Fulton honors veterans Alpharetta, Milton, Roswell hold Memorial Day ceremonies

By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appenmediagroup.com MILTON Ga. – Memorial Day in Milton is always a formal affair giving those Americans who died in defense of freedom their just due for the sacrifices they made.

U.S. Congressman Tom Price was

welcomed by Councilman Bill Lusk (U.S. Navy Seabees) to open the ceremonies. Chaplain Robert W. Certain gave the invocation. Certain is also Ret. USAF Col. Certain who had his B-52 bomber shot down on what was to have been the navigator’s 100th and final mission before going home.

Instead he went the North Vietnamese prison camp.

The guest speaker for the day was retired Lt. Gen. James R. Helmly who enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1966 after completing his high school ROTC. He was sent to Vietnam in 1967 and

led an infantry platoon as a lieutenant in the 101st Airborne Division. He served 42 years in the Army and Army Reserves rising to the rank of lt. general with the appointment of chief of Army Reserve.

In noting Memorial Day’s remembrance of those who died serving their country, Helmly said it was not for the medals won or their length of service.

“It is for the character of their service that counts,” Helmly said. “I have known soldiers who served less than a year. Yet the character of their service is beyond question. They laid down their lives to protect liberty.”

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A crowd of more than 200 people attended Milton’s services.

A decorated veteran attends the Memorial Day services.

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U.S. Congressman Tom Price, left, and the Rev. Robert W. Certain chat before the service begins. Certain is also a retired colonel in the U.S. Air Force.

Musicians plat the haunting “Echo Taps” for the fallen veterans.

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More than 500 people gathered in the park at City Hall Monday for Alpharetta’s Memorial Day service.

Major General Ronald L. Johnson, with Mayor Jere Wood sitting right, reminds the attendees at Roswell’s Memorial Day tribute about the importance of supporting veterans.

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CITY OF MILTON JUNE 2016 TAX SALE STACEY INGLIS ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER CITY OF MILTON STATE OF GEORGIA COUNTY OF FULTON Under and by virtue of certain tax Fi.Fa.’s issued by the City of Milton, Fulton County Georgia. In favor of the City of Milton and, against the following named persons and the property as described immediately below their respective name(s).

There will be sold for cash or certified funds at public outcry, before the Steps of City Hall in Milton, Fulton County Georgia, between the legal hours of sale, on the first Tuesday in June 2016 the same being June 7, 2016.

The following property will be sold between the legal hours of sale, 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM. The properties listed below and described, or as much thereof as will satisfy the City tax execution on the respective individual, will be sold. The properties hereinafter described have been levied on as the property of the persons whose names immediately precede the property description. Each of the respective parcels of property are located in the City of Milton, Fulton County, State of Georgia. The years for which said Fi.Fa.’s are issued and levied are stated below the name of the owner in each case.

This is a buyer beware sale and all property will be sold as is. The City makes no warranty, neither expressed nor implied, as to title.

Properties are sold under the power of a tax sale deed with specific rights of redemption.

Each defendant and tenant in possession, if applicable, has been notified of levy time and place of sale. Purchaser shall pay for title, all transfer cost, all taxes, advertising cost and recording fees. Pursuant to Georgia Law, payment will be required within one (1) hour of the completion of the tax sale. In the event a bid is not properly paid, the property shall be re-offered at 2:00 PM on the day of the sale, or the following day that being June 8, 2016.

File #-- 4 Map/Parcel Number: 21-5471-0972-005-8 Defendant(s) in FiFa: Kawakami, Hideyuki Current Property Owner: same as Defendant(s) in FiFa Reference Deed: 54395/298 Property Description: All and only that parcel of land designated as Tax Parcel 21 -5471-0972005-8, in Land Lot 927 of the 2nd Land District, 1st Section, City of Milton, Fulton County, Georgia, being Lot 5, Block A, Windcrest Subdivision, shown in Plat Book 218, Page 139, the description contained therein being incorporated herein by this reference, described in Deed Book 54395, Page 298, known as 145 Galecrest Drive.

Years Due: 2015 File #-- 6 Map/Parcel Number: 22-3470-0927-020-7 Defendant(s) in FiFa: Gardner, Linda Current Property Owner: same as Defendant(s) in FiFa Reference Deed: 18098/15 Property Description: All and only that parcel of land designated as Tax Parcel 22-3470-0927-0207, in Land Lot 928, of the 2nd Land District, 2nd Section, City of Milton, Fulton County, Georgia, described in Deed Book 18098, Page 15, the description contained therein being incorporated herein by this reference, located on Chadwick Road.

Years Due: 2015 File #-- 9 Map/Parcel Number: 22-3540-0876-056-8 Defendant(s) in FiFa: Dubovoy, Igor Current Property Owner: same as Defendant(s) in FiFa Reference Deed: 53133/695 Property Description: All and only that parcel of land designated as Tax Parcel 22 -3540-0876-056-

8, in Land Lots 925-876 of the 2nd Land District, 2nd Section, City of Milton, Fulton County, Georgia, containing 1.14 acres, more or less, being Lot 12, Westminister Place Subdivision, shown in Plat Book 355, Page 11, the description contained therein being incorporated herein by this reference, described in Deed Book 53133, Page 695, known as 520 Burlwood Drive.

Years Due: 2015 File #-- 10 Map/Parcel Number: 22-3560-1019-028-8 Defendant(s) in FiFa: Blackwell, Hazel A N, Administrator ETAL Current Property Owner: Blackwell, Hazel Annette Nelson; Nelson, Ralph John; Perkins, Patricia Diane Nelson; Henry, Gloria Sue Nelson; Nelson, Ricky David Reference Deed: 14134/345 Property Description: All and only that parcel of land designated as Tax Parcel 22-3560-1019-0288, in Land Lot 1010 of the 2nd Land District, 2nd Section, City of Milton, Fulton County, Georgia, described in Deed Book 14134, Page 345, the description contained therein being incorporated herein by this reference, known as 13090 Arnold Mill Road.

Years Due: 2012 - 2015 File #-- 14 Map/Parcel Number: 22 3780 0633 105 6 Defendant(s) in FiFa: SP Casey Construction Inc Current Property Owner: same as Defendant(s) in FiFa Reference Deed: 41294/154 Property Description: All and only that parcel of land designated as Tax Parcel 22 3780 0633 105 6, in Land Lot 633, of the 2nd Land District, 2nd Section, City of Milton, Fulton County, Georgia, containing 1.427 acres, more or less,

being the Common Area Lake of Marshall’s Pond Subdivision, shown in Plat Book 287, Page 124 and Plat Book 339, Page 13, the description contained therein being incorporated herein by this reference, being a portion of the property described in Deed Book 41294, Page 154, located on Marshalls Cove.

Years Due: 2015 File #-- 15 Map/Parcel Number: 22 3800 0736 042 3 Defendant(s) in FiFa: Batesville Road Investors, LLC Current Property Owner: Cornerstone Bank Reference Deed: 52167/319 Property Description: All and only that parcel of land designated as Tax Parcel 22 3800 0736 042 3, in Land Lots 736 & 777, of the 2nd Land District, 2nd Section, City of Milton, Fulton County, Georgia, containing 1.33 acres, more or less, being the Common Area Detention/Water Quality Pond 1 of High Grove Subdivision, shown in Plat Book 363, Page 59, the description contained therein being incorporated herein by this reference, being a portion of the property described in Deed Book 52167, Page 319, known as 504 Gables Run. Years Due: 2015 File #-- 28 Map/Parcel Number: 22 4001 1135 027 4 Defendant(s) in FiFa: TND Crabapple Investments, LLC Current Property Owner: TI Crabapple Station, LLC Reference Deed: 50000/406 Property Description: All and only that parcel of land designated as Tax Parcel 22 4001 1135 027 4, in Land Lot 1135, of the 2nd Land District, 2nd Section, City of Milton, Fulton County, Georgia, containing 0.85 acres, more or less, described in Deed Book 50000, Page 406, the description

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contained therein being incorporated herein by this reference, located on Crabapple Road.

Years Due: 2015 File #-- 32 Map/Parcel Number: 22 -4250-0628-030-2 Defendant(s) in FiFa: Navin, Joseph W. & Valerie R Current Property Owner: Christian Trust as a division of Wilmington Savings Fund Societh FSB Reference Deed: 54997/13 Property Description: All and only that parcel of land designated as Tax Parcel 22 -4250-0628-0302, in Land Lot 627 of the 2nd Land District, 2nd Section, City of Milton, Fulton County, Georgia, containing 1.0381 acres, more or less, being Lot 220, White Columns Subdivision, shown in Plat Book 220, Page 28, the description contained therein being incorporated herein by this reference, described in Deed Book 54997, Page 13, known as 1420 Rolling Links Drive.

Years Due: 2015 File #-- 34 Map/Parcel Number: 22 -4440-0815-047-0 Defendant(s) in FiFa: Meisters, Marts & Inara Current Property Owner: same as Defendant(s) in FiFa Reference Deed: 49687/22 Property Description: All and only that parcel of land designated as Tax Parcel 22 -4440-0815047-0, in Land Lot 815 of the 2nd Land District, 2nd Section, Fulton County, Georgia, containing 3.9 acres, more or less, being Lot 4, The Farms at Crabapple Subdivision, shown in Plat Book 181, Page 101, the description contained therein being incorporated herein by this reference, described in Deed Book 49687, Page 22, known as 14020 Cowart Road.

Years Due: 2015 File #-- 44 Map/Parcel Number: 22 -4450-0888-015-6 Defendant(s) in FiFa: Salvatierra, Jose Current Property Owner: Salvatierra, Marisol Reference Deed: 25995/327; 29273/602 Property Description: All and only that parcel of land designated as Tax Parcel 22 -4450-0888-0156, in Land Lot 888 of the 2nd Land District, 2nd Section, Fulton County, Georgia, containing 1.66 acres, more or less, being part of Lot 1, shown in Plat Book 212, Page 23, the description contained therein being incorporated herein by this reference, described in Deed Book 29273, Page 602, known as 13680 Bethany Road.

Years Due: 2014 - 2015 File #-- 74 Map/Parcel Number: 22 4690 0315 039 9 Defendant(s) in FiFa: Dockery, Willis A Current Property Owner: same as Defendant(s) in FiFa

Reference Deed: 6663/480 Property Description: All and only that parcel of land designated as Tax Parcel 22 4690 0315 039 9, in Land Lot 315, of the 2nd Land District, 2nd Section, City of Milton, Fulton County, Georgia, containing 5.1 acres, more or less, being property described in Deed Book 6663, Page 480, the description contained therein being incorporated herein by this reference, located on Henderson Road.

Years Due: 2015 File #-- 84 Map/Parcel Number: 22 -4890-0619-099-4 Defendant(s) in FiFa: Buford Finance Company, LLC Current Property Owner: same as Defendant(s) in FiFa Reference Deed: 47546/627 Property Description: All and only that parcel of land designated as Tax Parcel 22 -4890-0619-0994, in Land Lot 619 of the 2nd Land District, 2nd Section, City of Milton, Fulton County, Georgia, being Lot 1, North Fields Subdivision, shown in Plat Book 214, Page 90, the description contained therein being incorporated herein by this reference, described in Deed Book 47546, Page 627, known as 400 North Fields Pass.

Years Due: 2015 File #-- 85 Map/Parcel Number: 22-4900-0678-045-3 Defendant(s) in FiFa: Thames, Leaundre & Vickie L. Current Property Owner: same as Defendant(s) in FiFa Reference Deed: 29203/94 Property Description: All and only that parcel of land designated as Tax Parcel 22 -49000678-045-3, in Land Lot 678 of the 2nd Land District, 2nd Section, City of Milton, Fulton County, Georgia, being Lot 3, Stratforde Estate at Hopewell Subdivision, shown in Plat Book 205, Page 124, the description contained therein being incorporated herein by this reference, described in Deed Book 29203, Page 94, known as 720 Stratforde Drive.

Years Due: 2015 File #-- 89 Map/Parcel Number: 22-5061-0618-006-0 Defendant(s) in FiFa: Deutsche Bank National Trust Co. Current Property Owner: MDA Investments, LLC Reference Deed: 55008/574 Property Description: All and only that parcel of land designated as Tax Parcel 22 -5061-0618006-0, in Land Lots 618 & 619 of the 2nd Land District, 2nd Section, City of Milton, Fulton County, Georgia, containing 1.13 acres, more or less, being Lot 1, Champion View Subdivision, shown in Plat

Book 183, Page 107, the description contained therein being incorporated herein by this reference, described in Deed Book 55008, Page 574, known as 2643 Francis Road.

Years Due: 2015 File #-- 102 Map/Parcel Number: 22 5240 0831 110 5 Defendant(s) in FiFa: LIU Investment Partners, LLLP Current Property Owner: same as Defendant(s) in FiFa Reference Deed: 46485/68; 43884/450; 28692/38; 28692/41; 28692/44 Property Description: All and only that parcel of land designated as Tax Parcel 22 5240 0831 110 5, in Land Lot 831, of the 2nd Land District, 2nd Section, City of Milton, Fulton County, Georgia, Deed Book 46485, Page 68, the description contained therein being incorporated herein by this reference, located on State Highway 9.

Years Due: 2015 File #-- 104 Map/Parcel Number: 22-5270-1042-085-5 Defendant(s) in FiFa: Kumar, Sampath & Sripriya Current Property Owner: same as Defendant(s) in FiFa Reference Deed: 41939/236 Property Description: All and only that parcel of land designated as Tax Parcel 22 -5270-1042085-5, in Land Lots 1041 & 1042 of the 2nd Land District, 2nd Section, City of Milton, Fulton County, Georgia, containing 0.037 acre, more or less, being Lot 119, Building 22, Park at Windward Village Subdivision, Phase One, Unit II, shown in Plat Book 221, Page 41-43, the description contained therein being incorporated herein by this reference, Deed Book 41939, Page 236, known as 2967 Commonwealth Point.

Years Due: 2015 File #-- 112 Map/Parcel Number: 22 -5330-0324-112-6 Defendant(s) in FiFa: Tuscany Homes Inc Current Property Owner: same as Defendant(s) in FiFa Reference Deed: 53475/632 Property Description: All and only that parcel of land designated as Tax Parcel 22 -5330-0324-1126, in Land Lot 324 of the 2nd Land District, 2nd Section, City of Milton, Fulton County, Georgia, containing 1.324 acres, more or less, being Lot 298, The Manor Golf Course & Country Club Subdivision, Phase 2-East, shown in Plat Book 327, Page 65, the description contained therein being incorporated herein by this reference, described in Deed Book 53475, Page 632, known as 15994 Manor Club Drive.

Years Due: 2015

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NORTH FULTON, Ga. — Gwinnett Technical College will host two Adjunct Hiring Fairs the first week in June to help fill adjunct faculty positions across multiple academic disciplines.

The hiring fairs will be on both campuses on separate days.

The Alpharetta-North Fulton fair will take place Tuesday, June 7, 6:30-7:30 p.m. The Lawrenceville campus will hold their fair Thursday, June 9, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Credential requirements are as follows: Occupational and general education courses: Doctorate or master’s degree in related field or a master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in discipline.

Technical and adult education courses: The minimum academic degree for faculty teaching in professional, occupational and technical areas must be at the same level at which the faculty member is teaching. A typical combination is a bache-

lor’s or associate degree with appropriate work experience.

Developmental education: Bachelor’s degree in the discipline being taught and experience or graduate training.

Applicants must register in advance to attend and complete a full job application through the Gwinnett Technical College Online Job Center, located at www.GwinnettTech.edu under the GTC Careers tab.

If interested in multiple positions, please register separately for each. Candidates are asked to bring a CV or resume along with an unofficial college transcript. Qualified applicants may be invited to participate in a 10-minute interview onsite.

The Alpharetta-North Fulton Campus is located at 2875 Old Milton Parkway and the Lawrenceville Campus address is 5150 Sugarloaf Parkway. For more information, email Jobs@GwinnettTech.edu or call 770-962-7580.

NOTICE OF CONSIDERATION OF CITY CHARTER AMENDMENTS Re:

Proposed Amendment to the Charter of the City of Milton, Georgia

Notice is hereby given that the Council of the City of Milton, Georgia will consider amendments to Sections 6.35 and 6.36 of the Charter of the City of Milton pursuant to the Georgia Constitution, Article IX, Sec. II, Para. II and O.C.G.A. § 36-35-1, et seq., at the Council’s regular meetings on May 16, 2016, June 6, 2016 and June 20, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers located in Suite 107E of City Hall, 13000 Deerfield Parkway, Suite 107, Milton, Georgia 30004. The proposed modification to the Charter of the City of Milton, Georgia shall clarify the income limitations applicable to the additional homestead tax exemptions available to seniors age 65 and over and disabled persons with moderate to low incomes such that the additional exemptions shall not be granted to persons with an adjusted gross income, individually or when combined with that of their spouse, which exceeds the maximum amount which may be received by an individual and their spouse under the federal Social Security Act for the immediately preceding year.

Copies of the proposed amendment are on file and available for the purposes of examination and inspection by the public with the City Clerk in the City of Milton City Hall and in the Office of the Clerk of the Superior Court of Fulton County.

Council of the City of Milton, Georgia

In Memoriam

Emil Piccapietra Mr. Emil “Picc” Piccapietra, 53, of Alpharetta, GA. passed away peacefully on May 20, 2016. Born and Raised in Elmont, NY, Emil met his wife Bonnie in 1985 and relocated to Atlanta, GA in 1991.

Here he raised his two sons Chris and Nick.

Picc had a passion for sports and was an avid NY Mets and NY Giants fan. He was a coach and a parent advocate not only for his own children but for all children involved in youth league, high school, and college programs. He leaves his wife of 27 years, Bonnie Piccapietra;

his son Chris Piccapietra; his son Nick Piccapietra; his sister Robin Piccapietra; his sister and brother-in-law Kim and Ryan Gardiner; his mother and fatherin-law Betty and Sid Tichman; his dogs Willie and Lucky; his cat Lizzie; and many close friends. He is preceded in death by his mother and father, Audrey and Robert Piccapietra.

Donation options will be listed on Picc’s caring bridge site at: Site Link: www.caringbridge. org/visit/emilpicc Site Name: emilpicc

DEATH NOTICES Audrey Simmons Armstrong, 60, of Cumming, passed away. Arrangements

by McDonald and Son Funeral Home.

Karen Helz, of Roswell, passed away May 24, 2016. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

Olga Chernecky-McGuinness, of Alpharetta, passed away May 20, 2016.

Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

Emil Piccapietra, of Alpharetta, passed away May 20, 2016. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

Paul Anthony Wagner, 67, of Cumming, passed away May 21, 2016. Arrangements

by Ingram Funeral Home.

Martha Ann Wright, of Milton, passed away May 19, 2016. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

Emory Taylor, of Alpharetta, passed away May 21, 2016. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

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Full-time Director of Assistance Services-Full Time: NFCC is a locally supported, volunteer-based organization serving a diverse population in North Fulton with emergency needs.

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