April 24, 2019
Community Commemorates Fallen Officer with an Unveiling
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Commissioners Regular Meetings. May 7th, 2019 9:00 a.m. May 21st, 6:30 p.m. Called Meeting: May 14th, 2019 9:00 a.m. (Workshop Discussion Proposed FY20 Budget & SPLOST V Project List) Meetings held at: Administration Building Community Room 140 Henry Parkway McDonough, GA 30253 Regular Commission meetings air daily on Henry TV Charter Channel 180 and AT&T U-Verse Channel 99, at 9 a.m. & 7 p.m.
The community came out on Friday afternoon to show support for the family, friends and coworkers of fallen Henry County Police Officer Michael W. Smith, who’s End of Watch came on December 28, 2018. The travelling GA Law Enforcement Memorial Wall unveiled Smith’s name in a somber ceremony in front of the Henry County Public Safety Building, where Smith’s family gathered with members of the HCPD and his widow thanked those in attendance for their support. Henry County Police Chief Mark Amerman gave a brief summary of Officer Smith’s service to Henry County. Smith’s widow, Erin, addressed those in attendance and thanked them for the support that has been show to her and her family. Edward Christian with the Blue Knights Georgia Motorcycle Club Chapter VII also addressed those in attendance. The Blue Knights own and operate the GA Law Enforcement Memorial Wall as a way to honor those in law enforcement who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. For more information on the Blue Knights or their annual memorial ride taking place this weekend, please visit http://blueknightsga7.com/27th-ga-police-memorialride.html.
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District IV Commissioner Vivian Thomas Addresses the Council for Quality Growth
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District IV Commissioner Vivian Thomas was the guest speaker at the Council for Quality Growth’s Monthly luncheon held on April 17 at the Henry County Administration Building. In Thomas’ presentation, she outlined many of her initiatives for District IV that include attracting innovative industries and business, promoting a healthy economy, preserving greenspace and wetlands with parks and offering quality of life amenities for people of all ages. Thomas also spoke of her vision and efforts for District IV and answered questions from the audience.
Board Hears SPLOST V Committee Project Recommendation Presentation Roque Romero, SPLOST Director along with County Manager Cheri Hobson-Matthews presented the SPLOST V committee recommended projects to the Henry County Board of Commissioners at the April 16 Commission meeting. The presentation detailed the recommended projects specific to each of the five districts in the county as well as the capital projects list. The nearly year-long process continues and the next steps include the following: • A called BOC meeting and SPLOST V workshop on May 14 • BOC approval of SPLOST V projects list on June 14 • Approval of an intergovernmental agreement between BOC and cities before August 1 henrycounty-ga.org
• Submittal of all SPLOST V projects to the Elections Office for ballot preparation by August 1 • SPLOST V Ballot Vote on November 5 (Election Day) • SPLOST V collections begin on April 1, 2020 if the referendum passes Since July of 2018, the SPLOST V Committee has held 17 meetings around the county, has taken public input and worked closely with County staff to formulate the list of recommended projects. The preliminary list of projects is subject to change by the Board and will be discussed so at the SPLOST V workshop scheduled for May 14. For more information on Henry County SPLOST or to view the SPLOST V committee recommendations, visit henrycounty-ga.com/SPLOST.
SCTC Henry Campus Cuts Ribbon on New State-of-the-Art Facility
Henry County officials helped celebrate the opening of Building B at Southern Crescent Technical College’s Henry County Center. Southern Crescent Technical College President Dr. Alvetta Thomas gave the welcome and opening remarks, thanking the many in attendance for their support and efforts to bring a technical college to Henry County. Henry County Commission Chair June Wood gave the county perspective during the ribbon cutting ceremony. Wood detailed the beginning of the process for bringing a technical college to Henry County. “I want to take you on a quick journey. I remember nearly ten years ago when elected officials sat in a room with the business community and the education community and we spoke about the future of Henry County, and we were focused on education and economics, and we were aware we were the only county of our size that didn’t have a technical college presence.” In her remarks, Wood thanked her colleagues on the Board of Commissioners, the community, the citizens, the Board of Education and the state
legislators. “I just want to applaud our legislators,” she said. “Thank you for not making this a partisan issue and coming together in a way that benefits our community.” The new facility is the second of eight buildings originally proposed for SCTC’s Henry County location and is an 82,500 square foot multi-level, state-of-theart facility which houses various medical, computer, and industrial training programs designed to meet the immediate needs of the area. The SCTC Henry campus is located immediately east of Henry County High School and the Henry Academy for Advanced Studies, built on 25 acres of land donated to Southern Crescent Technical College by the Henry County Board of Education. For the design and construction of Building B, the Technical College System of Georgia contributed $20,958,000 in state general obligation bond financing. Henry County contributed $5 million through SPLOST IV funds and the City of McDonough donated an additional $1 million in SPLOST funds for the project.
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April 24, 2019 Commissioner Holmes to Hold Power Breakfast and Health Fair Free community event set for May 4 at Hidden Valley Senior Center
In his continuing efforts to promote good health and wellness among citizens, District V Commissioner Bruce Holmes will host his second quarter Health and Wellness Power Breakfast and Health Fair on Saturday, May 4, 2019 beginning at 10 a.m. at the Hidden Valley Senior Center in Stockbridge. The event will feature several prominent physicians who will discuss a myriad of topics. Dr. Tope Fapohunda, Chairman of the Association of Nigerian Physicians (ANPA), said she looks forward
to educating the community and hopes that all ages will participate in the free health screenings and other resources that will be available. “An underappreciated truth is that ‘health is wealth,’ and ANPA is happy to announce that we are bringing this health fair in collaboration with Commissioner Holmes to Henry County. The health of our community is important, and this would serve to educate our community and make us healthier,” said Dr. Fapohunda. “The fair is an opportunity to learn more about available community resources and also Continued on page 5
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Health Fair - continued from page 4 to get free health screenings for everyone in the family. We will also have prizes and children’s activities so feel free to make it a family event, come enjoy yourselves and leave a healthier, wealthier person!” Dr. Leo Ovadje, a specialist in chronic kidney disease will address kidney diseases and the importance of prevention, and share important health information. “We are having an epidemic of kidney disease in this country and every day I see patients who are past the point of prevention,” said Dr. Leo Ovadje, a Nephrologist with more than 20 years of experience treating kidney disease and kidney-related disorders. “My mission is to help people before they are at that point, with advice on lifestyle changes such as controlling blood pressure and losing weight. I look forward to sharing that information with as many people as possible.” Dr. Aaron Fletcher, a surgeon who specializes in facial reconstruction and disorders of the ear, nose and throat said he looks forward to the health fair to reach people in a more relaxed setting and giving pertinent information for better health. “I am looking forward to being able to share vital clinical information outside of the traditional medical environment,” said Dr. Fletcher, Otolaryngologist and ENT. “I think it’s important for doctors to reach out to the community and take the time to connect with people and freely give knowledge to help them make the most informed decisions regarding their health.” Discussion topics will include prevention, management and ways to achieve overall better health. There will also be blood pressure checks, diabetes screening and information on disease management, along with additional biometric screenings and demonstrations. At his inaugural Power Breakfast, Holmes
disclosed to the packed room that he had been going through his own health crises, but shared with those in attendance his plan for better health. He will discuss an update to this health with the goal of being an inspiration to others. “I’m excited about the health and wellness breakfast. Since being diagnosed in January with diabetes, I’ve taken total control of my health through diet and exercise. At my last breakfast earlier this year, I disclosed to the community that my A1C was 15.1, and I was having frequent dizzy spells and suffered a significant loss in my vision,” said Holmes. “I was injecting myself five times a day with various insulins to get my blood glucose under control. The vast resources and information that were available at the health fair and lessons learned from Fitness guru Latasha Lewis from Tadda’s Fitness Bootcamp and Dr. Victoria Thedford helped me to create a road map back to good health. I have recovered most of my vision and no longer experience dizziness. Today I’m totally off all diabetic medication, thirty-five pounds lighter with my blood glucose levels ranging from 80-113, and was able to reduce my A1C to 6.3 in less than three months. It is my hope that this upcoming breakfast and health fair helps others in our community in a similar way.” Various healthcare and civic organizations will be on site to offer information and answer questions, including representatives from Piedmont Henry; Eagles Landing Diabetes and Endocrinology; Caduceus Occupational Health; Ankle and Foot Centers of Georgia; WellCare and Kaiser Permanente. Breakfast from Walton’s Home Cooking is being sponsored by Fairview Urgent Care. For more information on the Health Fair, please contact Doresha Banks at 1-888-478-0288 or email info@ thesocialwellnessclub.com.
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April 24, 2019 Henry County Breaks Ground on New Station to Replace Station No. 8
District IV Commissioner Vivian Thomas and District II Commissioner Dee Clemmons and fire personnel with renderings of the new station.
The rain held off and the sun peeked through the clouds long enough for county officials and department leadership to break ground for the new replacement station for Fire Station No. 8 in Stockbridge on April 12. Plans for the replacement station have been in the works since 2017, when county officials discovered that Fire Station No. 8 was in structural disrepair and could no longer be utilized by fire personnel. An effort led by then newly elected District II Commissioner Dee Clemmons closed the unsafe building and relocated fire personnel to temporary housing until funding could be secured to build the new station. For the past two years, Clemmons has worked with county leadership on securing funding to build a new station and this past January, the Henry County Board of Commissioners awarded the contract to build the station to J.R. Bowman Construction Co., Inc. of
McDonough for $2,691,000. Architect is Bill Howell with the Howell Group of Marietta. Clemmons noted that the station was a long time coming and thanked everyone who had a part in working through this process. “Today I am so excited that I am at a loss for words and all I can say is this has been a long time coming, a much deserved groundbreaking, and a much deserved rebuild of Station 8. Words alone cannot express how excited I am today for our community, for our public safety departments, for this Board of Commissioners and for this county to have a new build of Station 8 and I just say congratulations to all the team members,” said Clemmons. “I’m thankful for our contractor and hoping that it can be completed soon because we’re ready to get in. So just thank you for today – everybody that supported this effort. It’s been
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Groundbreaking - continued from page 6 something that I have been working for since day one, so we’re excited.” District IV Commissioner Vivian Thomas said she was excited to be part of the ceremony and to support Clemmons in her efforts to replace the fire station. “I am just excited to be here today to support Commissioner Clemmons in her efforts. I remember when she was battling for the money to make sure that this happened, and I thought this little woman is going to get this money and a whole lot more,” said Thomas. “Not only is she getting a fire station, but the design of this fire station is absolutely awesome. It’s going to complement this community so exceptionally well, and I’m excited to see Henry County moving progressively to serve this community.” District I Commissioner Johnny Wilson gave a brief history on the original Station No. 8 fire station, which dates back to 1984 and was built by volunteers.
“Now at that time, the Fire Chief asked for volunteers to build the fire station. So they were volunteering for the fire station and were building the station at the same time,” he said. The replacement fire station is being built on a new location because the former location was too congested with traffic and too small to accommodate the new three-bay design and wrap-around driveway needed to safely maneuver fire apparatus. Strategically located between two subdivisions, the new 8,539 square ft. fire station is situated on 3.05 acres located at 975 Jodeco Rd. in Stockbridge. The station will feature three bays, sleeping quarters, kitchen, laundry, common living area, fitness room and staff offices. Construction of Fire Station No. 8 is expected to be completed by February 2020.
Firefighters from Station 8 review the new station floorplan.
County leadership and local officials break ground on Fire Station No. 8.
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April 24, 2019 Henry County Planning to Move Forward with a New Arena and Convention Center The public-private partnership is expected to transform the Southside as a destination creating economic development, cultural experiences, greenspace and more
A state-of-the-art arena and convention center is getting closer to being a reality in Henry County through a public/private partnership with Forest Development Group, Inc. who is redeveloping pristine property located in the area of I-75 and I-675 and donating 80 acres to be used by Henry County to build a world-class convention center, as part of a major mixed-use development that is set to transform
the Southside. According to District V Commissioner Bruce Holmes, a Memorandum of Understanding and a feasibility study are already in process to begin moving the project forward. Details of the new Arena and Convention Center include creating four-lane roads and a trail infrastructure that will connect to Reeves Creek Trail. Originally slated as a warehouse development,
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Convention Center- continued from page 8 the property developer is currently amending its Development of Regional Impact (DRI) with the Atlanta Regional Commission. Developer Gary Furrow said that the major mixed-use development will be the premier destination on this side of Atlanta. Holmes said he is excited about the possibilities that this new development will bring to Henry County and its potential for cultural and economic growth. “This new site is the perfect location for the convention center and arena. We’ve created an incredible public/ private partnership where 80 acres will be donated to the county while the developer will cover the cost of building out the entire road infrastructure,” said Holmes. “This project will have a powerful impact on the region and will create an entirely new I-75 skyline which will brand Henry County throughout the world. This will be a regional project that will have a tremendous direct and indirect impact creating an entirely new cultural atmosphere and sense of place that will attract talent to our communities.” Holmes also spoke about the plan being revised from a warehouse community to a high-end mixed-use development. “This site was recently slated to be a warehouse community, however in an effort to diversify and pivot away from those types of developments, we were able to convince the developer to come up with a plan better suited for Stockbridge and citizens along the I-75 corridor ensuring best use and benefit for all Henry County citizens. Based on its proximity to Atlanta Hartsfield Jackson International Airport and Downtown Atlanta, Henry County will become a player in the region and a destination location for events such as sports tournaments, conventions, dog shows, rodeos, auto shows, high school graduations and benefit from major events frequently hosted by the City of Atlanta
such as the Super Bowl and next year’s Final Four.” District IV Commissioner Vivian Thomas echoed Holmes’ sentiments and lauded this as a progressive step for Henry County. “Building a progressive and innovative Henry County requires vision and planning, followed with implementation. With this public/private partnership, building a convention center and arena in Henry County is a giant step in the right direction for a progressively growing county. We have the perfect site, at the intersection of I-75 and I-675, allowing for maximum exposure and easy access. Commissioners are adding new descriptors to the profile of Henry County with this development.” She also extolled the potential for economic development and employment opportunities with highpaying jobs. “A convention and arena center, inclusive of an entertainment venue means jobs; upscale dinning and accommodations, jobs; innovative office space, jobs; fashionable shopping, jobs; medical center, jobs; art center, and yes, jobs!” said Thomas. “I welcome this development for the positive economic impact it will have for the entire county. The green space, parks and walking trails added, provide for the high quality of life enjoyed by our citizens. The developer did a great job listening and by providing a mixture of housing throughout the development. This is an astounding achievement for Henry County and it is a springboard to attracting similar developments to the county. We are moving Henry County forward!” The new project is scheduled to be heard at the May 9 Zoning Advisory Board meeting for approval of the zoning. After a notice of decision regarding the DRI is made, it will go to the Henry County Board of Commissioners for a final decision.
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April 24, 2019 Unveiling of Judge Jason Harper’s Portrait this Friday The public is cordially invited to attend the portrait unveiling for Judge Jason Harper, which will be held this Friday, April 26 at 11:30 a.m., at the Judicial Center in his former courtroom on the third floor. (Now called Judge David Brown courtroom). Judge Harper retired last year and this portrait is in recognition of his service to State Court. State Court is located in the Henry County Judicial Center at 44 John Frank Ward Blvd. in McDonough. Parking is available at the Judicial Center and in the parking deck. For more information, please see Cindi Owens’ contact information below: Cindi D. Owens Legal Office Administrator Chief Judge, Ben W. Studdard III. Henry County State Court Office: (770) 288-7357 Fax: (770) 288-7686
Recycling Center to Charge for Yard Debris Change will take effect on June 1
In an effort to reduce the escalating costs of processing yard debris that is brought in for recycling, beginning June 1, 2019, the Henry County Recycling Center will be charging a nominal fee for citizens who dispose of yard debris at the center. Yard debris such as clippings, prunings, branches, limbs, grass and leaves, are accepted from private residents only. No yard debris from commercial landscapers and contractors will be accepted. Only Henry County residents can recycle yard debris, and residents must show a valid driver’s license as proof of residency for yard debris disposal. Yard debris that is dropped off at the recycling center is ground into mulch and available to residents free of charge. Mulch is available for pickup in the lot across from 345 Phillips Drive in McDonough, GA. Only credit and debit cards will be accepted henrycounty-ga.org
for payment. Beginning June 1, 2019, the fees are as follows: Pick-up or smaller vehicle = $10.00 Trailer (single axe) = $ 20.00 Trailer (double axe) = $40.00 Flat bed or dump trailer = $75.00 Dump Truck = $150.00 The Recycling Center does not accept trash and certain other materials, however it will take a variety of recyclable materials including newspaper, copy paper, glass, cardboard, motor oil, cooking oil, scrap metal and aluminum. Although Henry County does not operate a trash dump, there are several privately operated transfer and landfills in the county. For a list of those companies or to view the full list of items accepted for recycling, please visit henrycounty-ga.com/Recycling.
The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) will hold a Town Hall Meeting
The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) will hold a Town Hall Meeting at the Henry County Administration Building at 140 Henry Parkway, McDonough, GA 30253 on Wednesday, May 8, 2019 at 5:30pm. The purpose of this Georgia DOT Town Hall Meeting is to provide status updates on roadway and
bridge preconstruction and construction projects in progress in Henry County. All interested citizens are urged to attend. For any questions, please contact Penny Brooks, District 3 Communication Officer Penny Brooks at (706) 646-7532 or Clinton Ford, State Program Delivery Office, at 404-347-0645.
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April 24, 2019 Miles for Meals Walk 25th Anniversary Set for May 4 The 25th Annual Miles for Meals Walk, hosted by the Henry County Council on Aging, will take place on Saturday, May 4 at the Jason T. Harper Event Center from 10 a.m. to noon, with registration beginning at 9 a.m. Proceeds from the event will go toward services and programs for senior adults in Henry County. The walk will take participants on trails throughout Heritage Park with routes to fit all fitness levels. Each walker to raise at least $25 will receive an Event T-shirt, lunch ticket and a door prize. The Miles for Meals walk, which is the oldest continuous fundraising walk in Henry County, was developed by the Henry County Council on Aging to
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support its mission to subsidize and sustain programs and services for Henry County’s senior adults. The event is held on the first Saturday of May in observance of Older Americans Month. The Henry County Council on Aging is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting services for senior adults and acting as advocates on their behalf. For more information on the Miles for Meals walk, the Henry County Council on Aging or Henry County Senior Services, visit www.henrycounty-ga. org/seniorservices or call Ann Marie Quincey at 770288-6975.
ARC Board Holds Annual Retreat at AMS
Marks the first time annual meeting held on the Southside
Atlanta Regional Commission’s Executive Director Doug Hooker, Henry County Chair June Wood and ARC Chair Kerry Armstrong at the ARC’ Board’s annual work session retreat.
Chair June Wood offers words of welcome to ARC Board members at the start of its annual retreat.
Henry County was host for the Atlanta Regional Commissioner’s annual Board Work Session Retreat, which was held at the Atlanta Motor Speedway in Hampton from April 11 through 12. Henry County Chair June Wood, who sits on the ARC Board, along with Hampton’s Interim City Administrator Melissa Brooks and Brandon Hutchison, Executive Vice President and General Manager with AMS, offered warm words of welcome to the many board members in attendance, including elected officials and leaders from throughout the metro Atlanta region. Items on the agenda included an Aerotropolis Area Update, a discussion of South Metro issues and opportunities, conversations and breakout groups on a variety of topics and a recap of this year’s legislative session. ARC Executive Director Doug Hooker said that this marks the first time in ARC history that the Work Session Board Retreat has been held on the south side of Atlanta, as it is usually held on the north side. He added that in recent years, the ARC has made a point to visit more areas of the state. “In recent years we’ve gone outside of the region, to get acquainted with our counterparts and peers in other parts of the state, but this is the first
time we’ve actually been in the South Metro part of the region for our annual work session,” said Hooker. He said that although he would be speaking on specific topics, it is more productive to have Board members to collaborate with each other. “We try to get board members to share with each other, so Chair Wood along with Chairman Ognio from Fayette County and Chairman Turner in Clayton County will give the rest of the Board some feel for the opportunities and assets and the challenges that are facing the South Metro area communities,” said Hooker on the first day of the retreat. “It will be very educational.” Wood said she appreciated the fact that the ARC chose Henry County as the host site for its annual work session. “It was exciting to co-host the ARC’s Board Work Session here in Henry County at the Atlanta Motor Speedway. This work session was an awesome opportunity for leaders throughout the Metro Atlanta Region to learn and experience more about Henry County including Hampton, Stockbridge, McDonough and Locust Grove,” said Wood. For more information on the ARC, please visit www.atlantaregional.org.
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April 24, 2019 Commissioner Vivian Thomas Thanked First Responders with Appreciation Luncheon
In a show of gratitude and support, District IV Commissioner Vivian Thomas and Stockbridge City Councilman Alphonso Thomas hosted an appreciation luncheon for Henry County First Responders. They hosted the lunch today at the Merle Manders Conference Center in Stockbridge to thank the brave public safety professionals who are first on the scene for emergencies. Emergency responders represented included members of the Henry County Sheriff’s Department and Henry County’s fire, police and E911 departments. Both Commissioner Vivian Thomas and Councilman Alphonso Thomas welcomed the first responders and members of public safety and thanked the attendees for their service to the community. Commissioner Thomas addressed those in attendance further expressing her appreciation to Henry County Public Safety members. henrycounty-ga.org
“Today we honor you for taking the time to be willing to be a sacrifice if necessary to protect people like me and my family. Because of you so many people are alive today. Thank you to all the families that you represent and that share you with us,” said Thomas. “Today we just want to say thank you for taking the time to be with us.” Other speakers for the day included Commission Chair June Wood, Deputy County Manager Brad Johnson and Stockbridge City Mayor Anthony Ford. During the program, public safety department leaders were presented framed Letters of Appreciation for their hard work and selflessness in serving the citizens of Henry County. For more information on Henry County, visit henrycounty-ga.com.
Proclamations Issued at April 16 Commission Meeting
April is Autism Awareness Month
National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week
May 2 as National Day of Prayer
The Henry County Board of Commissioners issued three proclamations at the April 16 Commission meeting. A proclamation recognizing April as Autism Awareness Month was read at the meeting and stated that Henry County supports initiatives that bring awareness and early intervention to those affected by autism and will continue to support endeavors to raise acceptance and understanding for the cause. A proclamation was presented in recognition of National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week,
which reaffirmed Henry County’s appreciation to the dedicated team of telecommunicators providing service to the county and its citizens. The third proclamation recognized the day of May 2 as National Day of Prayer, an observed day declared by Congress that encourages all citizens to join in prayer, asking for guidance and strength for people and leaders of the community. Henry County Board of Commissioners meetings can be viewed online at henrycounty-ga. com/watchTV.
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April 24, 2019 Board Approves Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan After a five-year long development and implementation process, the Henry County MultiJurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan has been approved and adopted by the Henry County Board of Commissioners. The action came at the scheduled Commission meeting. The Hazard Mitigation Plan provides a blueprint for community officials to use for reducing vulnerability to natural hazards that impact the county and its jurisdictions. It also provides eligibility for the county and jurisdictions to receive annual federal funding and following a disaster in the State of Georgia. Don Ash, EMA Director said that Henry County, in coordination with the cities of Hampton, Locust Grove, McDonough and Stockbridge, has completed the plan, with input from the appropriate local and state
officials. “The hazard mitigation plan is an update to a plan that we are required to have,” said Ash. “It is important that we have full participation of all four municipal governments and I am excited to tell you [the Board] that each of the cities have already adopted the resolution to update the five-year hazard mitigation plan.” The resolution states that both GEMA and FEMA have reviewed the plan and determined that it meets all requirements and is compliant with the Federal Hazard Mitigation Planning standards. For more information on the Henry County Emergency Management Agency or the multijurisdictional hazard mitigation plan, visit henrycountyga.com/EMA.
Commissioner Vivian Thomas to Speak at National Coalition of 100 Black Women Forum
District IV Commissioner Vivian Thomas has been selected to participate as a speaker and panelist at the National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc. Metropolitan Atlanta Chapter and the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Nu Lambda Omega Chapter’s henrycounty-ga.org
forum titled, How to Become an Elected Official – “Run Girl Run,” on Wednesday, May 1 beginning at 5:45 at the Wolf Creek Library in Atlanta. In addition to Thomas, other forum participants include Fulton County School Board President Linda Bryant; DeKalb County Judge LaTisha Dear Jackson, Former State Representative LaDawn Blackett Jones, Union City Councilmember Shayla J. Nealy; DeKalb County Solicitor General Donna Coleman Stribling; and Moderator, Myesha Good. Free to the public, the event’s networking session will begin at 5:45 until 6 p.m. and the panel discussion will run from 6 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. To register, visit howtobecomeelected. eventbrite.com. Registration closes on Wednesday, April 24. The Wolf Creek Library is located at 3100 Enon Road in Atlanta.
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