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NAACP, GBI meet to discuss Anthony Hill case By Joshua Smith

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Georgia Bureau of Investigation Director Vernon Keenan said the department is close to wrapping up its investigation into the shooting death of Anthony Hill, who was unarmed and naked when a DeKalb Police officer killed him on March 9. The mentally ill U.S. Air Force veteran was roaming the apartment complex where he lived when the police officer shot him. Keenan met with the DeKalb NAACP on Monday (April 6) at the GBI headquarters in Decatur to hear the organization’s concerns about the investigation and he promised transparency. “We will put it all out there so everybody can read and see what happened. Separate the fact from fiction. This is

Members of the DeKalb County NAACP and representatives with the Georgia Bureau of investigation came to a mutual ground on the unarmed shooting case of Anthony Hill on April 6 in Decatur.

a priority case for us,” said Keenan. “There must be an accountability to the public when you’re dealing with an

Tours of Forrest Hills show off beautiful senior development Page 9

DeKalb NAACP President John Evans said the See NAACP, page 10

Memorial fund set to help cover Greenhaven group funeral expenses for SWD student seeks meeting By Joshua Smith

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officer use of force shooting. Someone has to do that work and I believe we are the best to do it.”

A group of concerned parents at Southwest DeKalb High School are leading an effort to help raise money to cover the funeral expenses for Pierre Tilson. The 15-year-old drummer who played in the Southwest DeKalb High’s marching band was accidentally shot by his own mother on April 4. The teen died on April 6 at Grady Hospital. Family members say Latoya Tilson was trying to break up a fight between a group of teens and her son outside her College Park apartment, where her son was visiting, when she fired several shots into the crowd, accidentally striking Pierre Tilson. Another teen, who was shot in the buttocks, is recovering. Latoya Tilson is scheduled to make a second court appearance on April 20. She waived her first appearance on April 6. “This has hit the Southwest DeKalb High family hard. As a member of Fathers Being Involved @ SWD, I’ve seen 10 deaths over the years at this school

Pierre Tilson

and this is one of the saddest, if not the saddest one,” said Greg White, a former Southwest DeKalb PTSA president. White said a memorial fund has been set up in Pierre Tilson’s name at Wells Fargo and PeachState Credit Union. “We need to raise $8,500 to cover the burial expenses for Pierre,” said White. Pierre’s father, Wayne Jones, says his family has

received an outpouring of calls and thousands of posts on social media. “My son’s Facebook page has about 50,000 comments. My phone has been ringing off the hook 24 hours. About 15 of my Morehouse classmates have called,” said Jones, who is a tax accountant and 38-year resident of DeKalb. Jones says he plans to make an appeal to the community and on radio stations V-103 and WAOK to help raise the money he needs for his son’s funeral. “We are planning a very special service for him. The band will do a rendition of songs Pierre liked. We plan to bury Pierre in his uniform and with his (drummer) sticks.” Jones said the wake has been set for April 17, 5 p.m., at the Gregory B. Levett & Sons Funeral Home’s South DeKalb Chapel, 4347 Flat Shoals Parkway, Decatur. The funeral has been tentatively set for Saturday, April 18, at Ray of Hope Christian Church, 2778 Snapfinger Road, Decatur. No time has been set yet.

with lawmakers By Valerie J. Morgan

Dr. Kathryn Rice, who is leading the Concerned Citizens for Cityhood of South DeKalb Inc., says her group will meet with state legislators within the next few weeks to discuss the future of the proposed Dr. Kathryn Rice city of Greenhaven. The Greenhaven cityhood bill died during this year’s legislative session, along with the proposed city of Stonecrest. DeKalb lawmakers have said, however, incorporation will be revisted next year. “We want to meet with our legislators. We want to give them the opportunity to tell us what happened and discuss how we can protect our future,” said Rice. Rice said State Representatives Howard Mosby, Rahn Mayo and Steve Henson responded to an email she sent out to lawmakers, saying they are willing to meet and discuss how to move forward now that this year’s Legislative Session has ended. Rice said she is especially concerned that without cityhood, South DeKalb residents will face higher property taxes because they will have to shoulder the costs of the county’s pension See Greenhaven, page 10

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Pretty pinwheels in Rockdale bring light to an important issue

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revent Child Abuse Rockdale has placed dozens of pinwheels around the county to bring awareness to child abuse in the community. Officials of the non-profit hope to get more people talking about the problem and encourage more volunteer efforts to educate the community and stop child abuse. On April 7, the Rockdale County Board of Commissioners presented a proclamation to staff members and volunteers with Prevent Child Abuse Rockdale, recognizing the organization’s efforts. “We are doing our best to blanket the community with child abuse prevention programs. You will see those programs in the churches, school system and other agencies in our neighborhoods so we can make a difference in the lives of Rockdale families,” said Diane Howington, the organization’s director. “We are very grateful for this recognition.” About six other volunteers and staff members joined Howington at the Rockdale Board of Commissioners (BOC) meeting, where commissioners declared the month of April as Child Abuse Prevention Awareness Month. “Rockdale County is committed to promoting child abuse prevention and we commend Prevent Child Abuse Rockdale for its tireless work in supporting and protecting children in our

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community,” said BOC Chairman Richard Oden. “We call upon citizens, community agencies, religious organizations, educators, medical facilities and businesses to encourage participation in strengthening the community by getting involved with the prevention of child abuse.” Commissioner Doreen Williams urged the community to support Prevent Child Abuse Rockdale and other organizations that are fighting child abuse. “Child abuse is a tragic reality that continues to be one of the most urgent family, health and social issues in our community today,” Williams said. “Child abuse crosses all social, cultural and economic boundaries. We

must continue to support groups like this one because in 2014 there were more than 600 reports of child abuse and neglect in Rockdale County.” The non-profit got some help from Rockdale County Public Schools’ social workers to plant “prevention pinwheels” at the School System’s main county office location, the system’s support services location on West Avenue, and in front of the Rockdale County Assembly Hall. “We are committed to strengthening families and preventing child abuse and neglect by providing families with the information, support, and resources necessary to be successful in raising children,”

said Howington. “Since 1989, Prevent Child Abuse Rockdale has been dedicated to ensuring that all children are raised in a safe, loving, nurturing home free from all forms of abuse and neglect.” Nearly five children die each day in the U.S. as a result of being abused or neglected, according to Prevent Child Abuse America. The organization also states that every 35 seconds a child is confirmed as abused in the U.S. Prevent Child Abuse Rockdale is a community-based non-profit provider of prevention and intervention services in the community. The organization serves families in both Newton and Rockdale counties.

Decatur’s Panthersville Stadium to be renamed for Coach Buck Godfrey By Joshua Smith

When the football season begins later this year, DeKalb County’s Panthersville Stadium will bear a new name. School officials say the William “Buck” Godfrey Stadium will represent a man whose legacy is as prominent off the field as it was on the gridiron. “Coach Godfrey’s contributions to DeKalb as a coach and as an educator go beyond his work at Southwest DeKalb High School and beyond the game of football. He impacted the whole county,” said DeKalb County Athletics Director Horace Dunson. “He didn’t just develop great student athletes. He made great men and great members of the community who constantly make contributions to the county and the high school. Coach is known across the state as a great man and a hall of famer.” Dunson says the county is planning an official unveiling ceremony in late summer, just before the upcoming football season begins. Godfrey, the former Southwest DeKalb High School football coach, Georgia

An official unveiling ceremony for the William “Buck” Godfrey Stadium is scheduled for late August.

Athletic Coaches Association and Atlanta Sports Hall of Fame Inductee, started his 30-year career at the school in 1983. While building a football dynasty that resulted in 273 wins, he took seven teams to the semifinals, won 13 region titles and went 1-1 in state championship games. His 1995 squad defeated Gwinnett County’s Parkview High School 14-7 to give the Southwest DeKalb Panthers its first state crown since 1972. Godfrey has coached at least seven NFL players, but he says that setting a good example for the kids he has coached has meant more to him than anything.

More than 270 of his SWD players won college athletic scholarships and 200 of them earned bachelor’s degrees, 37 have master’s degrees and 17 earned doctorates. He says all of his honors meant nothing if he couldn’t help produce successful and respectful members of society. “The real winners were and are made off the field, when the scoreboard goes off. Yes, I taught them Xs and Os over the years, but what I take pride in the most is knowing that I taught them how to dress, how to eat properly, character, how to be a man—not just football,” said Godfrey. “When I look at

athletes like Fred Jones, Cosey Coleman, Quincy Carter or any other players who made it to the NFL, it gives me the same amount of pride to see my former players in other fields. We got seven preachers, police officers, six principals and a list of other former players who are professionals in other fields besides just sports.” Godfrey ranks 16th on the all-time wins list among football coaches in the state of Georgia. Godfrey never had a losing record in his 30 seasons at Southwest DeKalb and missed the postseason just three times. Off the field, he has helped 277 players get college scholarships, 214 graduated.

In 2010, Godfrey was inducted into the Atlanta Sports Hall of Fame. At the time, he was enshrined as the only high school coach. Godfrey then joined the company of Hall of Famers such as former Braves home run hitting king Hank Aaron, former Hawks player Dominique “The Human Highlight Film” Wilkins and former Braves manager Bobby Cox. In 2014, Godfery was inducted to the GACA Hall of Fame. The DeKalb County Board of Education voted on April 1 to rename Panthersville Stadium after the legendary coach. Godfrey’s family, friends and former players were at the school board meeting to celebrate his latest honor. At the meeting, District 5 board member Vickie Turner read the resolution written by District 3 board member Michael Erwin, who was absent, and former board member David Campbell. The William “Buck” Godfrey Stadium seats about 8,500 people at full capacity and is located at 2817 Clifton Springs Road in Decatur. The stadium was originally built in 1968.

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Coming Up

New Life Church & Community Center to host teen summit New Life Church & Community Center, 3592 Flat Shoals Road, Decatur will host a free teen summit, “If Love is A Game, Check Your Mate! Healthy Relationships,” on Saturday, April 18, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Teens from all over metro Atlanta are invited. The event is planned by the PEERsuaders, a group of teens who are part of a youth development program of More Than Conquerors, Inc. The summit will cover topics including dating violence, money, sex abuse, communication, and self-respect and will be presented using board game themes. The forum will conclude with performances and prizes. The summit is open to all teens ages 13-19. Breakfast and lunch are included. Youth groups are welcome to attend. Register online at http:// www.eventbrite.com/o/more-than-conquerors-inc-7998829589. For more information, contact 770-483-3299 or PEERmanagement@mtcimp.org.

Visioning meeting for proposed Ellenwood park set

International dog show to feature array of breeds The Georgia International Horse Park, 1996 Centennial Olympic Parkway, Conyers, will host the International All Breed Canine Association dog show on April 18-19, 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Some breeds to be on display are the Australian Shepherd, Cairn Terrier, Doberman Pinscher, Mastiff, Great Dane and even smooth coat Chihuahuas, to name a few. The all breed and rare breed conformation show is based on the International European-style of written judging. This show will be indoors. Judges will determine “best show,” “best handler,” and other accolades. Admission and parking are free. 770-860-4190.

ATLANTA Atlanta libraries to host “Money Smart Week” Several branches in the Atlanta-Fulton Public Library System will host free events as a part of the system’s “Money Smart Week.” Some events include the Central Library location, One Margaret Mitchell Square, Atlanta will be hosting “Be Money Smart” on Tuesday, April 21, where children ages 6 -12 can learn in a fun environment about money and the importance of saving; on Thursday, April 23, 6 p.m., the Perry Homes branch will host “Coupon Basics 101,” where adults can learn the secrets to expert couponing. Is that grocery bill breaking the bank? Need help making ends meet each month? Learn tips and tricks for saving money by clipping coupons. All branch events are free. Some require reservations. For more information and a complete list of events, www.afpls.org.

Candler Park sets Movie Night Candler Park, 585 Candler Park Dr., N.E., Atlanta will host “Candler Park Movie Night” on April 25, 7 – 10:30 p.m. In an effort to build community and friendships in Candler Park, the free event will show “Big Hero Six” is a 2014 computer-animated superhero action comedy film produced by Walt Disney Animation Studios and released by Walt Disney Pictures. It is the 54th film in the Walt Disney Animated Classics series and is inspired by the Marvel Comics superhero team of the same name. Directed by Don Hall and Chris Williams, the film tells the story of a young robotics prodigy named “Hiro Hamade,” who forms a superhero team to combat a masked villain. Movie festivities such as family games start one hour prior to show time. Blankets and picnicking are encouraged. Food vendors will be on hand. Date and/ or time subject to change. For more information, visit www.friendsofcandlerpark. org.

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SDIA to host parent awareness forum The South DeKalb Improvement Association, Inc.’s Education Committee will host a Parental Awareness Forum on Saturday, April 18, 11:30 a.m., at Redan High School, 5247 Redan Road, Stone Mountain. Participants will discuss what rights parents legally have when their children attend school and what responsibilities parents are charged with when children are in the school system. Do you know if public schools are required to have an open door policy? Join us and find out! The forum is free and open to the public. For additional information, contact Robert Douglas at robertdoug8aol.com or sdiainc@gmail. com.

DeKalb County officials will host a community meeting on Tuesday, April 21, 6:30 p.m., at Narvie Harris Elementary School, 3981 McGill Drive, Decatur to discuss a proposed 46-acre park in Ellenwood. The meeting will cover viable uses for the space that align with the overall community’s vision for the land. Participants of two previous community meetings contributed to the park planning process such as the must-have components of the park. A recreation center, outdoor amphitheater, walking trails and a playground are among the ideas that have been discussed. County officials say the multi-functional space has the opportunity to finally become a reality for the County Line and Ellenwood communities, which traditionally have gone outside their communities to use similar facilities.

Safety Jam comes to Gresham Park Recreation Center The Gresham Park Recreation Center, 3113 Gresham Road, S.E., Atlanta will host the free Safety Jam on Saturday, April 25, 12 – 3 p.m. The Safety Jam is a trademarked American Medical Response program, which will feature games, food, giveaways and community exhibitors. DeKalb County Commissioner Larry Johnson and State Sen. Gail Davenport are hosting the event in partnership with American Medical Response. In addition to the other planned activities, fitness coaches also will provide free fitness classes throughout the day. “I am elated that AMR has brought Safety Jam to South DeKalb,” said District 3 Commissioner Johnson. “Safety in our communities is vital. I welcome any opportunity to showcase that it is possible to have fun and stay safe this summer.” Community exhibitors for the Saturday afternoon event include DeKalb County Police and Fire, No Text No Drive, the Grady Hospital Burn Unit, Going and Growing Green, AARP and Atlanta Medical, to name a few. DJ “Uncle Paulie” will provide music and entertainment throughout the event, along with Comedian “NO.”

GWINNETT April ushers in Earth Day events Gwinnett County is hosting three events this month to celebrate Earth Day. On Saturday, April 18, the county will host Earth Day at Coolray Field, the home of the Gwinnett Braves, 2500 Buford Drive, Lawrenceville. Admission is free. The community is invited to recycle unwanted household items, tires, paint and gently-used sneakers. The sneakers will be donated to needy families or be recycled into surfaces for local playgrounds and running tracks. Residents can enjoy free kids’ activities and will have the opportunity to meet haulers and ask them questions about recycling. On Wednesday, April 22, 4 – 7 p.m., at the Sweet Water Park, 800 Bethesda School Road, Lawrenceville, the county will host the free Earth Day Celebration. Gwinnett County Clean and Beautiful and Gwinnett County Parks and Recreation will partner to celebrate the great outdoors at event, which will feature exhibits, crafts, and hands-on activities aimed at educating the community about protecting the environment. Refreshments will be available for purchase. For more information, call 678-277-0179 or visit www.gwinnettparks.com. On Sunday, April 26, 1 – 5 p.m., the Gwinnett Environmental and Heritage Center, 2020 Clean Water Drive, Buford, will host its Earth Day event. There will be a variety of educational activities, nature hikes, crafts, movies and games to help honor the planet. Attendees can also enjoy a solar screening and a discovery dome and meet employees from the Gwinnett County Recycling Division and the Army Corps of Engineers. Admission is $5 for ages 13 and up and $3 for ages 3 – 12. Children 2 and under are free.

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DeKalb NAACP ACT-SO students head to culinary arts competition final

20 recruits graduate as DeKalb firefighters

eKalb County has 20 new firefighters. The crop of recruits were part of the 101st and 102nd graduating class of DeKalb County Fire Rescue. The graduation was held April 9 at the Porter Sanford III Performing Arts and Community Center in Decatur. “I am so proud to congratulate the 101st and 102nd graduating class of

DeKalb County,” said Interim DeKalb County CEO Lee May via his Twitter account. District 3 Commissioner Larry Johnson also offered the graduates words of encouragement. May and Johnson were joined by several fire chiefs, deputies and other fire department heads to wish the graduates well.

Five DeKalb County high school students will be traveling to Philadelphia to represent the DeKalb NAACP ACT-SO program in a culinary arts competition with some of the best student chefs in the nation. The competition, set for April 18, will award more than $100,000 in cash and scholarships to the winners. ACT-SO is a youth program of the NAACP that is designed to recruit, stimulate, improve and encourage high academic and cultural achievement among African American high school students. The year-long program recognizes and awards young people who have demonstrated academic and cultural achievement.

The DeKalb County NAACP ACT-SO academic program, in conjunction with Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts in Tucker, hosted its first culinary arts competition on March 28. Clarkston High School’s Chef McNair and LeCordon Bleu’s Master Chef Daryl Shular sponsored students in the DeKalb NAACP ACT-SO program. The DeKalb NAACP is accepting donations to help students travel to the Philadelphia competitions. Checks may be mailed to NAACP DeKalb County ACT-SO, 3011 Rainbow Drive, Suite 180-A, Decatur, GA. 30034. For more information, contact Alethia Wimberly, chairperson, 404-241-8006.

Atlanta Streetcar will remain free to riders through 2015 City of Atlanta officials say the new Atlanta Streetcar will remain fare-free for the remainder of this year. The city is reviewing how the Streetcar’s fare system can best interface with the MARTA Breeze system and looking at emerging technology to ensure that riding the Streetcar remains an easy, convenient and green option. “We have a state-of-the-art streetcar, built on principles of sustainability that make our lives easier, reduce congestion, reduce our de-

pendence on cars and contribute to cleaner air,” said Mayor Kasim Reed. “The fare collection system should be easy for commuters and visitors, and in this case, we can do better. We want the Atlanta Streetcar to be a habit for Atlanta’s residents and visitors, and streamlining the fare process will benefit our riders.” City officials say the city is committed to collaborating with transit partners to design a system that works equally well for everyday commuters and occasional riders.

Additionally, the city is looking at smartphone apps that would include trip-planning tools. In the future, riders should expect to access alerts and schedule information, check real-time arrivals and find information about Streetcar-accessible activities and events. The original budget projected $304,000 in ticket revenue. Private, philanthropic support and operational savings will offset these funds, city officials said.

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Former state trooper training teens, police how to get along

rrin C. Hudson, a former Alabama state trooper, has launched a free workshop series for urban teens called “How to Prevent, Deal With, and Survive Police Brutality.” The workshop will be presented in middle schools, high schools, community centers, and churches across the country. Hudson is the founder of Be Someone, a non-profit mentoring organization based in DeKalb County. Before launching Be Someone, he was a state trooper for 6 years, serving from 1986 to 1993. Since then, he has traveled the U.S. and abroad inspiring young people to become leaders. His award-winning organization has been featured on CNN, USA Today, Good Morning America, Essence, People, JET and other publications. “Every move you make has consequences,” said Hudson, who uses chess to teach young people. “And you can make one move, and never recover. Hudson said he believes it is urgent to reach youths With the rash of recent police-involved fatal shootings of unarmed black men here and across , Hudson said it is urgent to reach youths, in particular, about dealing with the police.

“In a situation with the police, it’s not immediately about who is right or wrong, it’s about staying alive. If the police are making a wrongful arrest, this can be corrected later at a safer time.“ Hudson’s new workshop for youths will cover various topics including: |What to do if the police officer is verbally abusive •What to do if the police officer is physically abusive •Where to put your hands when interacting with a police officer •How to stay calm and humble, even if you are 100 percent innocent •How to respectfully talk to a police officer (even if the officer is in the wrong) •Things to be legally aware of (such as whether or not to speak or to consent to a vehicle search) Hudson is also offering a workshop for local police departments around the country called “How To Make Urban Communities Love Their Local Police Department.” He says the workshop will help educate police officers of all nationalities on how to better relate and understand the people in their community, and how to gain their love and respect. About the Workshops: Since the year 2000, Orrin Hudson has presented his powerful workshops to more than 40,000 people in 21 states, and three countries (Philippines, India, and Canada). He has been credited with transforming the minds and hearts of thousands of young ones and adults alike. Schools, community centers, churches, police departments, and court systems that are interested in having Orrin Hudson present his powerful workshop should contact Be Someone at info@besomeone.org or 770-4656445.

DeKalb Animal Services offer free pet adoptions

eKalb County Animal Services is offering free pet adoptions throughout the month of April. Springtime in Atlanta brings sunshine, Dogwood blooms and, sadly, intake levels skyrocket at DeKalb County Animal Services (DCAS) due to the high number of animals being born.

To encourage the public to adopt, LifeLine Animal Project, the nonprofit that manages DCAS, is offering feewaived adoptions on all pets 25 lbs and up through the “Spring into Adoption” promotion. Adoption counselors will be on hand to ensure the animals are being placed into good homes. DCAS Shelter Director Susan Feingold says a staggering number of unwanted pets enter the shelter during warmer months. “Beginning in the spring, we receive an influx of unwanted litters due to people not getting their pets fixed,” she said. “We hope this promotion will bring adopters in quickly, so many wonderful pets can be adopted and lives can be saved.” All April adopters will receive a pet that has been spayed or neutered, has had all vaccines and is microchipped – a $200 value – for free. You can view photos of pets available for adoption at DeKalbAnimalServices.com. For more information, call 404-294-2165.

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Driver Services launches Limo Chauffeur Endorsement online The Department of Driver Services (DDS) has launched a new online service designed to simplify and accelerate the process for customers applying for a Limo Chauffeur Endorsement. Customers may now submit the application and supporting documentation via the DDS’ secure website: www.dds.ga.gov. The new service will help reduce the number of incomplete applications, eliminate postage, notary and money order fees and provide a faster processing time -- saving customers and DDS time and money, officials say. “DDS continues to embrace new technologies to serve a greater number of customers more efficiently from their computers, tablets and smartphones,” said Commissioner Rob Mikell Mikell. “This online application will dramatically streamline the customer’s process and speed up application approval times.”

For both returning and new applicants for a Limo endorsement, this new feature enables customers to make an application online, submit all required documents and monitor the application status. After receipt of the Approval Letter via email, customers may visit any DDS customer service center and present the letter for license issuance. Georgia currently has 4,851 drivers with a valid Limo Chauffeur Endorsement regulated by DDS to ensure passenger and driver safety. During Fiscal Year 2014, a total of 2,487 Limo Chauffeur Endorsement Applications were processed by DDS, and 1,974 or 76% were incomplete. Prior to this new process, applicants manually submitted the application and payment leaving a large margin for errors. For more information, visit www. dds.ga.gov.

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Metro Atlanta Post Offices prepare for last-minute tax filers

wenty-seven metro-Atlanta Post Offices with normal hours past 5 p.m. will accommodate last-minute tax filers on Wednesday, April 15, the tax filing deadline. Two locations, the Atlanta Main Office and the Boggs Road, Post Office, will take drive-by stamped tax returns and give the April 15 postmark until midnight. The Atlanta Main Post Office, 3900 Crown Road, which is open from 6 a.m. until midnight, will be

Tips On Mailing Tax Forms

· Sign and date your return. Always use a proper return address.

· Write clearly or use address labels. Handwritten tax return envelopes should be legible - and include a return address. · Double-check postage. Weigh any return that feels heavier than one ounce. Tax agencies do not accept postage due mail; tax returns bearing insufficient postage will be returned – meaning taxpayers will be penalized for filing late tax returns. · Approximately 5 sheets of paper, 1 paper clip & the envelope can be mailed for 49-cents (1 ounce); each additional ounce is 22-cents per ounce.

· Use First-Class postage. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) recognizes the inexpensive FirstClass letter postmark as proof that a return has been mailed on time. · If mailing in a collection box or Self-Service Ship and Mail Center, be sure to deposit before last collection time posted. · Mail as early in the day as possible.

· Also, FAA rules require that stamped tax returns weighing one pound or more must be mailed at a post office - they cannot be deposited in a mail collection box.

· For taxpayers sending original receipts without copies, registered mail is recommended for ultimate peace of mind. It costs a little more – but it’s secure.

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Alpharetta - Main Office 8 a.m.- 6 p.m. Alpharetta - Webb Bridge Postal Store 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.

staffed to provide retail services and collect returns until midnight. The Postal Store at the 1605 Boggs Rd. Post Office, which is open for retail services until 7 p.m. and has a 24-hour Self Service Kiosk, will also take drop offs until midnight. Faster moving lanes will be available at both sites for those who only need to drop off stamped tax returns. When mailing tax forms on April 15, Atlanta

Athens - Main Office 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. Atlanta - Central City Fin Postal Store 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Atlanta - Cumberland Mall Postal Store 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. Atlanta - Dunwoody 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Atlanta - Greenbriar Postal Store 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Atlanta - Main Office 6 a.m. 11:59 p.m. Atlanta - Pharr Road Postal Store 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. Atlanta - Sandy Springs Postal Store 9 a.m. - 6 PM Conyers - Main Office 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. Cumming 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. Decatur - Main Office 8 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Duluth - Boggs Road Postal Store 9 a.m.- 7 p.m. Kennesaw - Main Office 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. Lawrenceville - Crogan St. 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. Lawrenceville - Lawrenceville North 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. Lilburn 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. Marietta - Main Office 8:30 a.m. 6 p.m. Marietta - Mount Bethel Postal Store 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. McDonough 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. Norcross - Peachtree Corners Br 8:30 a.m.- 6 p.m. Powder Springs 9 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Roswell - Holcombe Bridge 08:30AM - 6:00PM Roswell - Roswell Postal Store 8:30 a.m. - 7 p.m. Suwanee 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. Woodstock 8:30 a.m.- 6 p.m.

District Manager Scott Raymond recommends visiting Post Offices early in the day to avoid lastminute long lines. Raymond also recommends giving returns to outside collection employees (where available), using self-service kiosks for stamp purchases and double-checking returns for the proper address and correct postage. Customers should also be advised that all mail weighing 13 ounces or more cannot be deposited in a collection box, but must be presented at the retail counter.

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Business News ABC’s Shark Tank coming to DeKalb DeKalb County Interim CEO Lee May will welcome producers from ABC’s Shark Tank to the county’s Porter Sanford Performing Arts Center in Decatur on April 13. Shark Tank is hosting a casting call for business owners in the metro Atlanta area who want a shot at appearing on the reality show. “I know that we have great businesses in DeKalb and this is a great opportunity to showcase all that they have to offer,” May said. Shark Tank has helped reinvigorate entrepreneurship, attracting millions of viewers each week and is regularly the #1 show on Friday nights. Into its sixth season, the “Sharks” have invested more than $50 million in innovative companies seeking funding. County officials say a “large number” of businesses have applied online for a chance

to appear on the nationally-televised program since it announced the try-outs would be held. However, only business owners who are contacted by Shark Tank will be able to give a three- to five-minute pitch to Scott Salyers, director of casting for Shark Tank. The event is by “invitation only.” Businesses throughout the metro Atlanta area are invited to apply for the casting call. The casting call is sponsored by Values Partnerships, DeKalb County Government, DeKalb Chamber of Commerce, and Opportunity Hub. To apply, visit http://valuespartnerships. com/ATLSharkTankBreakfast/ The casting call will be held Monday, April 13, 8 a.m., at the Porter Sanford Performing Arts Center, 3181 Rainbow Drive, Decatur.

DeKalb Workforce Development 100 Black Men of DeKalb to present to host healthcare summit Casino Royale Scholarship Gala

DeKalb County Workforce Development will host a free seminar, “Getting the Pulse of the Healthcare Industry…Helping Others through Himan Transformation and Economic Development,” on Thursday, April 23, 9 a.m., at 774 Jordan Lane, Building No. 4, Decatur. The event is designed to inform and educate a targeted audience of healthcare training providers, businesses and job seekers on labor market data and demand

occupations in the healthcare industry. Some of the organizations presenting are: Emory Healthcare System, Grady Healthcare System, DeKalb Medical Center, Center for Disease Control (CDC), Morehouse School of Medicine and United Health and Business For more information, contact Roderick Wyatt at mailto:rwyatt@dekalbcountyga. gov or 404-687-3402. You can also contact DeKalb Workforce Development through the main office number at 404-687-3400.

he 100 Black Men of DeKalb, Inc. is bringing back its signature fundraiser event to support its educational program, the Leadership Academy, on Saturday, Aug. 15. The Casino Royale scholarship gala is a black tie fundraiser event with Las Vegas-style gaming, auction items, great entertainment and dinner. The 100 Black Men of DeKalb will host the red carpet extravaganza to support its students in the 6th12th grade who are enrolled in the Leadership Academy educational program. The Leadership Academy program, which includes an Annual Youth Summit, has positively touched the lives of over 5,000 students through its education initiatives including mentoring, health and wellness and economic empowerment. The 100 Black Men of DeKalb focuses on providing its youths with enrichment activities to build their self-esteem, enhance their communication skills and to develop their leadership skills. Several sponsorship levels are available for Casino Royale. For

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Specifications and other details will be available in the Purchasing and Contracting Department, The Maloof Center, 2nd Floor, 1300 Commerce Drive, Decatur, Georgia 30030. For additional information, please view the DeKalb County Website at: http://www.dekalbcountyga.gov/purchasing/index.html DeKalb County reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids or any part thereof, to waive any technicalities, and to re-advertise. By: Scott M. Callan, CPSM, Chief Procurement Officer DeKalb County Department of Purchasing and Contracting

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Tours of Forrest Hills show off beautiful senior development

eKalb County’s latest private-public partnership, the Columbia Senior Residences at Forrest Hills, offers 80 state-of-the-arts apartments situated on a five-acre tract near Forrest Boulevard and Columbia Drive in Decatur. County officials recently held a ribbon cutting ceremony for the $12.5

million partnership between the county, Walton Construction, JHP Architecture and Urban Design and Columbia Residential The upscale senior living facility boasts several amenities including a business center, movie theater room, fitness center and community garden. Rents for the one-bedroom apart-

ments run $1,045. Two bedrooms are $1,195. Twenty of the units are reserved as Project Based Units for seniors as part of DeKalb County Housing Authority’s affordable housing programs. Those units are based on income and a sliding scale. Units include full Whirlpool kitchen appliances, hardwood floors with

foam safety padding, large showers, wash and dryer hookups and several USB outlets for computer hookups. To promote sustainability and energy efficiency, all units are resigned and certified with the EarthCraft designation and the entire development is a certified EarthCraft Community. The complex offers great access to MARTA.

DeKalb announces first round of summer food program sites

he DeKalb County Department of Recreation, Parks, and Cultural Affairs is participating in the Summer Food Service Program, June 1 – July 31. Nutritious meals will be provided to eligible children ages 18 and under. Many children who eat free or reduced-priced meals during the school year miss out on nutritious meals in the summer. The Summer Food Service Program was designed to ensure that children continue to receive nutritious meals when school is not in session. The following sites have agreed to serve meals this year. The public will be notified as additional sites qualify to participate in the Summer Food Service Program. If you have questions about the program, please contact Rose McGrue at 678-6981114.

FitKids 365 3275 Snapfinger Rd, Ste C-D Lithonia, GA 30058 8:30-9:30 11:30-1:30 6/1- 7/31

Redan Recreation Center 1389 Phillips Road Lithonia, GA 30088 7:30-8:30 11:30-1:30 6/1 7/31

Forest Fleming Arena 3037 Pleasant Valley Drive Doraville, GA 30340 N/A 12:00-2:30 6/1-7/31

Salem Middle 5333 Salem Road Lithonia, GA 30038 8:00-9:00 11:30-12:30 6/1 7/31

Gresham Park 3113 Gresham Road Atlanta, GA 30316 7:15-8:15 11:30-1:30 6/1-7/31

Salvation Army Boys & Girls Club, Peachcrest 3500 Sherrydair Lane Decatur, GA 30032 7:30-9:00 12:00-2 6/1-7/31

Hamilton Recreation Center 3262 Chapel Street Scottdale, GA 30079 7:30-8:30 11:30-1 6/1-7/31 Inventors Club @ Redemptive Life 406 Pleasant Hill Road Conyers, GA 30012 8-8:30 12:30-1 6/ 1-7/24

The ARK Rick Homes 3383 EvansMill Road Lithonia, GA 30038 8:30-9:30 12:30-1:30 6/1-7/31 The Potter’s House 2300 West park Place Stone Mountain, GA 30087 9:30-0:30 1:30-3:00 6/1-7/31

Kidz In Action 5360 Snapfinger Woods Drive, Suite 134 Decatur, GA 30032 8-9 12:00-1:00 6/1-7/31

Tobie Grant Recreation Center 644 Parkdale Drive Scottdale, GA 30079 8-9 12-1 6/1-7/31

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Leaads Learning Centers 4210 Shiloh Road Snellville, GA 30039 9:15-10:15 1:30-2:30 6/1-7/31

True Love Christian Ministries 2001 Jabco Court Lithonia, GA 30058 7-8 11-1 6/1-7/31

Benevolence Homes 5843 Redan Road Lithonia, GA 30058 8-9 11-1 6/1 7/31

Lou Walker Parker 3569 Larkspur Terrace Decatur, GA 30032 8:30-9:30 11:30-1 6/1-7/31

Tucker Recreation Center 4898 Lavista Road Tucker, GA 8-9 11:30-1 6/1 7/31

Browns Mill Recreation Center 5101 Browns Mill Road Lithonia, GA 30030 7:30-8:30 11:30-1:30 6/1 7/31

Lucious Sanders Recreation Center 2484 Bruce Street Lithonia, GA 30058 7:30-8:30 11:15-2:45 6/1 7/31

Towers High School, Youth VIBE 4898 LaVista Road Tucker, GA 30084 8-8:45 11:30-2:30 6/1 7/31

Camp Jewell Summer Camp 600 Hambrick Road Stone Mountain, GA 30083 8-8:30 11-2 6/1/-7/24

Mason Mill Center 1340-B McConnell Drive Decatur, GA 30033 7:30-8:30 11:30-1:30 6/1 7/31

Chapel Run 4522 Snapfinger Woods Decatur, GA 30035 10-1 1:30-2:30 6/2-7/31

Midway Recreation Center 3181 Midway Road Decatur, GA 30032 7:00-8:00 11:00-2 6/1-7/31

Clarkston Community Center 3701 College Avenue Clarkston, GA 30021 9-9:30 11:30-2:30 6/1-7/24

New life International Family Church 5349 Snapfingerwoods Drive Decatur, GA 30035 8-9 12-1 6/1- 7/31

Deskan Institute and Training 5587 Redan Road Stone Mountain, GA 30087 7:30-8:15 12:00-2:45 6/1- 7/31

N.H. Scott Recreation 2230 Tilson Road Decatur, GA 30032 8:30-9 11:30-2 6/1 -7/31

Ellenwood All-Star Cheer & Tumbling 5036 Minola Drive Lithonia, GA 30038 7-8 11-1 6/1-7/31 Exchange Recreation Center 2771 Columbia Drive Decatur, GA 30034 7:30 – 8:30 11:30-1:30 6/1-7/31

OCTOP 7698 Covington Highway Lithonia, GA 30058 9:30-0:00 12-2:30 6/1-7/31 Porter Sanford 3181 Rainbow Drive Decatur, GA 30034 7:00-8:00 12-1 6/1 7/31

The deadline to apply for the Summer Food Program is Friday, May 1. Applications for the program are available online at www. dekalbcountyga.gov/parks or can be picked up Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., at the following locations: ucker Recreation Center T Attn: Rose Myrick 4898 LaVista Road, Room 12 Tucker, GA 30084 ecreation, Parks & Cultural Affairs R Department Manuel J. Maloof Center 1300 Commerce Drive, 3rd Floor Decatur, GA 30030

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organization plans to stay vigilant. “With all of the other options that Officer Robert Olson had at his disposal, using deadly force on someone who is obviously acting unstable should have been the last option,” said Evans. “We want them to know that we will be looking hard at this case.” Keenan said his office is poring over witness interviews, evidence and other documents and expects to release its findings “in the very near future.” Once the investigation is completed, the GBI will turn over the information to DeKalb District Attorney Robert James, who will decide if legal action should be taken against Officer Robert Olson. Olsen responded to a report of a naked person knocking on doors and crawling on the ground at The Heights At Chamblee apartment complex located off Chamblee Tucker Road. Olsen shot Hill, who was unarmed, twice as Hill began running toward him and didn’t stop when ordered, according to the police report. Hill had jumped off his second- floor apartment balcony just before police arrived, police said. Hill’s girlfriend said Hill had been undergoing treatment for bipolar disorder and had stopped taking his medication. Witnesses said Hill had his hands up when he was shot. “This is an unusual case. You’re dealing with the sensitive issue of mental illness and the balance between the system and the victim,” said Evans.

plans. “South DeKalb will be the only area left that is not incorporated. The taxes are going to go through the roof,” said Rice. “We have to be concerned about what the financial impact of not forming a city will do.” As more and more areas have pulled out of DeKalb to form their own cities, county officials are trying to figure out where the money will come from to cover the pensions for county workers. State lawmakers approved cityhood bills for LaVista Hills and Tucker on the last day of the session. Now, residents are awaiting the governor’s signature on the

“In an era of witness tampering and officers doing all types of things to keep up an image, we just want the facts to be the judge.” Evans says the civil rights group will also continue to demand more training for police officers. DeKalb County Deputy Chief Operating Officer of Public Safety Cedric Alexander has said his department is looking at ways to enhance police training to deal with situations involving the mentally ill. He says he wants all officers to complete at least 40 hours of training in dealing with the mentally ill. It may take as long as a year for all of the officers to take the training, he said, but he plans to start with new recruits going through the Police Academy.

EXPIRES: 4-30-2015

bills. If the governor signs the bill, which he is expected to do, voters in those areas will decide in November referendums if they want to incorporate and govern themselves. State Representatives Mosby and Pam Stephenson said during the April 4 community meeting hosted with DeKalb Commissioner Stan Watson that the final hours of the session were hectic. They said they plan to host a post legislative meeting to discuss strategies for next year. The city of Greenhaven is proposed to have a population of 294,398, making it the second-largest city in the state, behind the city of Atlanta. The city of Stonecrest is planned for 50,000 residents.

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