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New Crabapple condos approved Alpharetta OKs development

pharetta’s requirements.” The developer asked Alpharetta for a variance to its height rules, in order to meet the height of the Crabapple community. This request was granted. At the front of the building, it will look like it is only two stories tall. “The idea is to provide a one-level living option here,” said Wills Stolz, the developer, with Alpharetta-based SF Capital. “We feel the product is aimed at empty nesters, somebody who wants to stay in the area but doesn’t want their 6,000- or 5,000-squarefoot house.” The condos would be accessible via elevator and each will be only one floor. “It has a lot of advantages. It should be very efficient to operate,” Stolz said. “For most people, downsizing to a townhome is their only alternative in this area.” The condos will be 2,200 square feet and likely sell in the $400s on the 0.7-acre tract of land, Stolz said. In 2005, the property was zoned for retail and commercial, however nothing was

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Milton residents were given an up-close look at the barn on Redd Road April 26.

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MILTON, Ga. – If you live in Milton, chances are that you have passed by the barn on Redd Road. It’s not too hard to see – big, red and maybe two feet from the side of the road. The barn just celebrated a milestone – it turned 125 years old. Roughly. Adam and Kylie Ford are the new owners of the property on which the barn sits. They moved in about a year ago and decided to throw a party to honor the old barn and meet their neighbors and community at the same time. The cel-

ALPHARETTA, Ga. – A new housing development was approved for the Crabapple area April 28 at the Alpharetta City Council meeting. The council heard of a proposal to add six new condominiums to Arklow Drive and Marstow Drive, on the south side of the Crabapple crossroads. This property, behind the Alpharetta Municipal Complex, is in Alpharetta but largely surrounded by Milton, which added some complexity to the project. It was delayed once in Alpharetta in order for the developer to meet with Milton officials. “Within Crabapple crossroads, there are stringent requirements in architecture,” said Alpharetta Deputy Community Development Director Kathi Cook. “The [developer’s] architect met with city of Milton staff to meet their requirements. The height of the building meets the Crabapple crossroads plan but not Al-

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Couple charged with theft MILTON, Ga. – A Milton couple face theft by conversion charges after they allegedly stole thousands of dollars from another couple. The victims, who live on Highgrove Club Drive in Milton, told police they bought the house and moved into it several years ago. A school friend of the wife, Randy Beth Hall, 54, of Francis Road, lived in the area and said her husband, Kenneth Delos Hall, 55, of Francis Lane, is a professional remodeler and would help the victims outfit the home. Unfortunately, during the remodeling, the home burned down. The victims began rebuilding, and paid Hall to buy supplies and appliances. However, these supplies allegedly were never purchased. The victims claim the Halls absconded with the money. The victims successfully sued the Halls’ company, and they were arrested April 24 for theft by conversion.

Girl makes death threats against self MILTON, Ga. – A 14-year-old Milton girl is suspected in making death threats against herself online, police say. Officers received a call April 22 from parents of another teenager who claimed an Instagram account was created by someone else in her name and began threatening a fellow student. The family and school officials said the incident was similar to one a month ago targeting the same student. An investigation by school officials and parents discovered the teenager against

whom the threats were made had created the fake account and was targeting herself.

Don’t show up to court while drunk ALPHARETTA, Ga. – A Tucker woman was arrested April 22 after allegedly showing up drunk at Alpharetta Municipal Court. According to police, Clancy Lyn Kimber, 23, of Tucker, arrived at the Alpharetta Courthouse at about 9:20 a.m. for a court hearing. The officer operating the metal detector at the entrance notified the solicitor that he could smell alcohol on Kimber’s breath. Kimber was asked to give a breath sample, which tested positive for alcohol in her system. She was arrested for contempt of court and disorderly conduct.

Golf cart taken from store ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Someone made off with a golf cart April 18 from a local business. According to the victims at their business on Mansell Court, an Easy Go golf cart was parked in the rear of a warehouse April 16. When employees came in two days later, they found the cart missing. A front door was found to be unlocked.

Hungry co-worker steals credit card JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – A 22-year-old worker faces jail time after stealing a co-worker’s credit card to buy snacks. Police received a call April 22 from the Pike Nursery on State Bridge Road. The victim, an employee, said someone had taken her credit card from a locker April 17 and used it that day at the gas station next door. Checking with the gas station owner, he confirmed an employee of the nursery had

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used the card. Davis Benjamin Harris, 22, of Stillbridge Drive, Johns Creek, allegedly admitted to taking and using the card to buy snacks and a drink during his lunch break. Surveillance footage from the gas station confirmed this. Harris was arrested and charged with credit card theft and credit card fraud.

Towed car alert leads to arrest ALPHARETTA, Ga. – A family called police April 20 after they suspected someone broke into their car, however it ended when the daughter was arrested on an outstanding warrant. Residents of a South Somerset Lane home told police one of their vehicles was repossessed that evening. After the tow truck crew had left, the victim said he noticed the family car, which was left unlocked in the driveway, appeared to be opened and searched. Nothing appeared to be taken. During the investigation with the victim, officers noticed the daughter, Teresa Michelle Koeplin, 29, of South Somerset Lane, Alpharetta, had a warrant in Conyers for her arrest for failure to appear at court Koeplin was arrested.

Traveling iPad turns up in N.J. JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – A local resident found his iPad tablet computer was missing Feb. 14. However, it supposedly turned up April 22 in New Jersey. The victim told police someone stole his tablet from his offices on State Bridge Road in February. April 8, he received a call from a woman in New Jersey who claimed her daughter had bought the tablet from someone at her college. On the screen was a theft alert along with the victim’s phone number. The woman requested the victim repay her the $200 she spent on the

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iPad. The victim allegedly offered to pay shipping. There has been no further contact between the two. It is a crime to knowingly sell stolen property.

Six people steal shoes ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Six people are suspected in stealing three pairs of shoes April 19 from a store at North Point Mall. Police were called to the Sports Authority store at 6 p.m. after they received a report of shoplifting. Employees said they saw six people – four men and two women – enter the store at different times and head to the shoes section at the rear of the store. Once there, the group split up again, with two men asking an employee questions, distracting them. The women then began taking shoes out of their packages and hiding them in their clothing. The remaining two men stood near the women, shielding them from view. The group then all quickly left the building and got into a tan Chevrolet Tahoe and drove off. They got away with three pairs of shoes, with a total value of $160.

Washer, dryer taken from home MILTON, Ga. — A Henderson Heights Drive resident was missing her washer and dryer April 21 after workmen came in to the house. The victim told police she had hardwood floors put into her new home. The work was done between April 12 and 19. When she returned home April 21, she said she found her washer, dryer and a stereo system missing from the home. She said the only people who have access to the home are the workmen with the flooring company.

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DUI arrests ►► Tammy Diane Henderson,

56, of Whitehall Way, Alpharetta, was arrested April 12 on South Main Street in Alpharetta for DUI. ►► Steven Edward King, 54, of Wynridge Landing, Alpharetta, was arrested April 10 on Windward Parkway in Alpharetta for DUI and speeding. ►► Jeffery T. Byrd, 20, of Knoxville, Tenn., was arrested April 17 on Old Milton Parkway in Alpharetta for DUI, underage consumption of alcohol and failure to obey a traffic control device. ►► Chad Darly Meyer, 22, of Norcross was arrested April 17 on Webb Bridge Road in

PUBLIC SAFETY Alpharetta for DUI, failure to maintain lane and suspended license. ►► Lindsey Jane Brett, 33, of River Cliff Drive, Roswell, was arrested April 16 on Windward Parkway in Alpharetta for DUI. ►► Warren Butler Bray, 23, of Lawrenceville was arrested April 13 on Wills Road in Alpharetta for DUI and failure to maintain lane. ►► Steffan Lamar Rasmussen, 37, of Cogburn Ridge Road, Alpharetta, was arrested April 12 on Cogburn Road in Alpharetta for DUI and failure to signal when changing lanes. ►► Juan Manuel MartinezRamirez, 28, of Weathervane Drive, Johns Creek, was arrested April 16 on State Bridge Road in Johns Creek for DUI and no license. ►► Ryan James Eichner, 27, of Smyrna was arrested April 17 on Abbotts Bridge Road in Johns Creek for DUI and failure to maintain lane. ►► Theodore Victor Goodhart, 74, of Wyndham Farms Drive,

Alpharetta, was arrested April 13 on Bethany Road in Milton for DUI, failure to maintain lane and hit and run.

Drug arrests ►► Frederick Lamar Scott, 42,

of Duluth was arrested April 11 on South Main Street in Alpharetta for possession of marijuana and forgery. ►► Naeem A. Charania, 21, of Waddington Trail, Johns Creek, was arrested April 17 on Webb Bridge Way in Alpharetta for possession of marijuana, possession of drugrelated items and failure to maintain lane.

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►► Sabrina Jeanette Smith,

31, of Lithonia was arrested April 17 on Davis Drive in Alpharetta for possession of marijuana. ►► Temaya Smith, 18, of Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, was arrested April 13 on Old Milton Parkway in Alpharetta for possession of marijuana and underage possession of alcohol. ►► Rishi Patel, 19, of Highland Bend Cove, Alpharetta, was arrested April 14 on Kimball Bridge Road in Johns Creek for possession of marijuana. ►► Callie Leann Goings, 21, of Dennis Drive, Alpharetta, was arrested April 18 on Sunfish Bend in Milton for possession

of marijuana, possession of drug-related items, wanted person and giving false information to a police officer. Brittany Nicole Carr, 20, of Lawrenceville was arrested April 20 on Morris Road in Milton for possession of marijuana and speeding. ►► Danielle Pennino, 25, of Lawrenceville was arrested April 20 on Morris Road in Milton for possession of marijuana.

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Alpharetta on AT&T fiber shortlist Company could expand fiber network through city By JONATHAN COPSEY jonathan@northfulton.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Alpharetta is on the short list to receive AT&T’s new fiber network. The company made the announcement April 21 that it would expand its ultra-fast fiber network to up to 100 candidate cities and municipalities nationwide, including 21 new major metropolitan areas. Included in this list was the Atlanta area, in which Alpharetta was named along with several other satellite communities, such as Decatur, Duluth,

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ing solid investment cases and policies.” Alpharetta Mayor David Belle Isle said he was excited by the news. “This is consistent with Alpharetta being the Technology City of the South,” he said. The fiber network will deliver AT&T U-verse with GigaPower service, which can deliver broadband speeds up to 1 Gigabit per second and AT&T’s most advanced TV services to consumers and businesses. Similar to previously announced metro area selections in Austin, Texas, and Dallas and advanced discussions in Raleigh-Durham and WinstonSalem, North Carolina, communities that have suitable network facilities and show the strongest investment cases

based on anticipated demand and the most receptive policies will influence these future selections and coverage maps within selected areas. The list of 21 metropolitan area candidates includes: Atlanta; Augusta, Georgia; Charlotte, North Carolina; Chicago; Cleveland; Fort Worth, Texas; Fort Lauderdale, Florida; Greensboro, North Carolina; Houston; Jacksonville, Florida; Kansas City, Missouri; Los Angeles; Miami; Nashville, Tennessee; Oakland, California; Orlando, Florida; San Antonio; San Diego; St. Louis; San Francisco and San Jose, California. With previously announced markets, AT&T now has committed to or is exploring 25 metro areas for fiber deployment.

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Handel sees star rising as Senate race tightens Returns to North Fulton roots at Alpha Soda restaurant By HATCHER HURD hatcher@northfulton.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Republican U.S. Senate candidate Karen Handel returned April 30 to her North Fulton roots for a breakfast meeting with an upbeat message for supporters that included Alpharetta Mayor David Belle Isle and Councilmen Jim Gilvin and D.C. Aiken. Belle Isle welcomed Handel to the 8 a.m. breakfast meeting warmly. “We need to do what needs to be done in these last weeks

for the candidate who will be effective in getting the job done in Washington,” Belle Isle said. “Early voting has already started. We need to support [Handel] as the strongest candidate against Democrat Michelle Nunn, who will be making a strong bid in November.” Belle Isle noted Handel first proved herself in the business world, working for such global companies as CibaVison and KPMG before taking the job as president of the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce. Next, she accepted the challenge to run for the office of Fulton County chairperson in a special election. She won her spurs by reversing a

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NORTH FULTON, Ga. – Reading is one of the most fundamental things a child learns in school. However, many children struggle with the motivation to excel at reading. To help with this, Fulton County Schools has joined with the Yaarab Shriners of North Georgia to give readers an added impetus – a trip to the circus. “It’s a great opportunity for many students who have never seen the circus,” said Julia Bernath, Fulton County Board of Education member. The program is modeled off one started by Roswell’s Child Development Association (CDA). Called “The Red Fez Reading Club,” students can earn up to five tickets to the Shriners’ circus by reading books. Roger Wise Jr., with the Yaarab Shriners, said the offer of circus tickets can help encourage children to read and have self-esteem. “The most important thing we have are our children,” Wise said. “If they are not prepared when they enter the school system, they will fail.”

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Yaarab Shriner Roger Wise Jr. describes the new “Red Fez Reading Club” at the Child Development Association in Roswell. This program allows the children to “treat” their families to a night out. “Early learning is a huge part of getting ready for school,” said Donna Smythe, executive director of the CDA. “The CDA is always on one path – getting kids ready for school.” The program will be tested

With children of the Child Development Association, from left, are Yaarab Shriner Roger Wise Jr., Scott Doll of the Ed Isakson YMCA, Julia Bernath of the Fulton County School Board, Sen. John Albers and CDA Executive Director Donna Smythe. in every public elementary and middle school in North Fulton. “This will be a model,” said Wise. “This could go countywide, but it’s starting here.” “We support any opportu-

nity to encourage reading for students. This is a proven program to encourage students to enjoy reading,” said Bernath. The circus will be in town in May.

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NORTH FULTON, Ga. – North Fulton parents interested in sending their child to a school outside their attendance zones may find slim pickings in the list of 23 schools participating in open enrollment for the 2014-2015 school year. Elementary options abound in North Fulton, with eight of the 14 available schools located in the area. However, no middle schools have capacity, and only two high schools – Cambridge and Alpharetta – are open for students outside the attendance zone. Parents interested in open enrollment must fill out an application by May 15. Applications can be found online (www.fultonschools.org) or picked up at the Milton Center (old Milton High School) in downtown Alpharetta. Parents will be informed of the decision by June 30. If accepted, the student or parent must provide transportation to the school. Since 2009, state law requires school districts to provide options for parents who wish to send their children to schools outside their assigned school – based on available space. Fulton Schools officials said middle schools and most high schools in North Fulton are at or above capacity, which limits the options for choice. “Space offerings in North Fulton are limited due to their projected enrollment and the schools’ existing capacity,” said Susan Hale,

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By CANDY WAYLOCK candy@northfulton.com MILTON, Ga. – Faith leaders from throughout Fulton County gathered May 1 at Stonecreek Church in Milton to discuss ways to develop and nurture partnerships between schools and the faith community. The third annual Faith Summit coincided with the National Day of Prayer and the start of Mental Health Awareness Month. The halfday session drew more than 150 people from the faith community, mental health, school system staff and business and community leaders. The question posed to the attendees was, “What is the one thing you can to do help students strive?” The answers were provided by the dozens of groups present at the meeting who discussed their involvements in their local schools and the relationships

they developed. Attendees included representatives from Mount Pisgah United Methodist Church, St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, North Point Community Church, Temple Kehillat Chaim, the Jewish Student Union, Roswell Community Masjid, the YMCA, Archdioceses of Atlanta and dozens of other organizations and faith centers. The faith outreach program was started three years ago by Fulton Schools Superintendent Robert Avossa who brought the concept from his previous employer in Charlotte, North Carolina. The Faith Summit is unique to the Fulton School System. “Our faith houses – churches, synagogues and others, for example – offer unique ways to reach families within our community. They often can break the barriers that our teachers or adults in the schools can’t,” said Avossa. “It’s a natural connection

for us to come together with our faith leaders and explore how we can work together to help students. [At the end of the day] I expect that we’ll have some new ideas to explore.” The forum included keynote addresses, along with several breakout sessions to explore topics at a greater depth. Those included sex trafficking of minors in Fulton County, developing strategic partnerships, an overview of social work and counseling programs in the Fulton School System and how the “Trusted Adult” program in the school system can be expanded to the faith community. Fulton School Board member Katie Reeves, who attended the faith summit, was encouraged by the turnout and commitment from the faith-based community. “It’s my hope that the partnerships we develop will continue to grow and that this event will become a mainstay of our community that we can count on,” said Reeves.

Only one new school planned A lot of the capital program in area By CANDY WAYLOCK candy@northfulton.com NORTH FULTON, Ga. – With the exception of a new elementary school in Roswell, additions to three middle schools and a career tech extension at Cambridge High, the school construction boom has slowed considerably in North Fulton, at least through 2017. During an April 16 meeting of the Fulton School Board, a plan for capital projects remaining in the 2012-2017 cycle was presented. The fiveyear cycle mirrors the special purpose local option sales tax (SPLOST) term; the one-cent sales tax expected to generate $800 million for construction and technology needs in the 2012-17 timeframe. The construction plan for the system is based mostly on expected classroom needs through 2017, as well as existing needs at schools. Based on projections, the need for new classrooms in North Fulton will not be as great as in Sandy Springs and South Fulton schools in the coming years. “A lot of the capital program is driven purely by classroom needs, but we [also consider] renovation needs,” said Patrick Burke, deputy superintendent for operations for the Fulton County School System (FCSS). “Every year, we look at this to readjust and refine…to make the best use of taxpayer dollars and give us that lens to the future.” Projections show classroom space in North Fulton elementary and middle schools is sufficient through 2018 with the opening of the new Roswell

is driven purely by classroom needs, but we [also consider] renovation needs.”

PATRICK BURKE Deputy superintendent for operations for the Fulton County School System (FCSS)

elementary school and middle school additions at Hopewell, Taylor Road and Autrey Mill. However, overcrowding will remain an issue in North Fulton high schools, said Burke. Based on current projections, area high schools, in total, will be over state capacity by 418 students by 2018. Burke said the career tech addition at Cambridge High School, opening in winter 2015, will not increase the capacity of that school. The decision on how to address the overcrowding in high schools will be made in the next capital cycle, beginning in 2018. A planned addition to Crabapple Middle School is on hold while planners look at plans to rebuild the school sometime after 2018. Burke said renovation needs at the school top $18 million, while a complete rebuild is $28 million. “At some point, you have to ask yourself if you have the right budget and the right project,” said Burke. “It has

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Local Rotary Clubs bring home awards Alpharetta, Roswell claim top honors By JONATHAN COPSEY jonathan@northfulton.com NORTH FULTON, Ga. – Both the Alpharetta and Roswell Rotary Club groups won numerous awards at the district awards ceremony in Destin, Florida, the weekend of April 28 and 29, including both garnering “Club of the Year,” a first for Alpharetta. The Milton-Windward Rotary Club took home some awards as well. All the clubs were part of Rotary District 6900, which encompasses much of north Georgia and includes 69 clubs. They are divided into categories based on size, with category 1 being the smallest and four being the largest. Milton is category 1, Alpharetta is category 3 and Roswell is category 4. Alpharetta Rotary Club President Dan Merkel said he was excited about the wins. “Out of 14 possible awards, we came first in eight,” he said at the club’s Friday morning meeting. “This is the culmination of this club ramping it up time and again. We just went down [to Destin] to pick this stuff up.” With the award, Alpharetta gets to add another felt banner in their meetings, proudly proclaiming their win for the 2013-2014 year. Similarly, in Roswell, they chalked up several wins themselves, including best of the year in their club size. “Rotary clubs are making a lasting difference in people’s lives,” said District President Blake McBurney. Winning Club of the Year “is not something that happens overnight,” he said. “It’s the culmination of years of work.”

Three local Rotary Clubs took home awards April 28 and 29 Alpharetta Rotary Best Club Bulletin, ategory 3 – runner up Most New Members, category 3 – winner Most New Members by percent, category 3 – winner Best Membership Retention, category 3 – winner Best Vocational Service Project, category 3 – winner Best Youth Service, category 3 – winner Best Family of Rotary Event, category 3 – winner Best Community Service Project, category 3 – winner Best International Service Project, category 3 – winner Roswell Rotary Best Club Bulletin, category 4 – winner Best Club Yearbook, category 4 – winner Most New Members, category 4 – winner Best Vocational Service Project, category 4 – winner Best Community Service Project, category 4 – winner Best International Service Project, category 4 – winner Best CART Participation, category 4 – winner Rotary Foundation Financial Support, category 4 – winner Milton-Windward Rotary Best CART Participation, category 1 – winner Rotary Foundation Financial Support, category 1 – winner

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Horse rescue hosts 3rd annual golf tourney Area grads receive ROSWELL, Ga. — For the Love of a Horse, a local horse rescue, is hosting its third annual golf tournament at the Trophy Club of Atlanta, 15135 Hopewell Road in Alpharetta, on June 6. All proceeds will benefit For the Love a Horse. The 18-hole golf classic will include a four-person team scramble format with prizes, gift bags, hole-in-one contests, longest drive contest and boxed lunch. An awards reception, silent auction and raffle will take

place after the tournament. For a foursome, the price is $450 and for a single, $125. An “early bird” player registration special of a $400 foursome and a $100 single is available through April 30. For the Love of a Horse is a local Roswell charity dedicated to the rescue and rehabilitations of equines, specifically those with critical-care medical needs that would otherwise be euthanized. To register, visit . —McKenzie Cunningham

merit scholarships NORTH FULTON, Ga. – The National Merit Scholarship Corp. recently announced local students who are recipients of prestigious honors as part of its 2014 awards program. Local high school graduates received corporate scholarships designated to students with career plans the sponsor wishes to encourage, for children of their employees or for residents of a community where a company has operations. Approximately 1,000 students nationwide qualified for this prestigious award. In addition, five local seniors were named winners in the 50th annual National Achievement Scholarship Program, an academic competition for African-American high school students. Each has won a $2,500 cash prize or an

equivalent scholarship. 2014 National Merit Corporate-Sponsored Scholarships Chattahoochee – Siddharth R. Duddikunta, Suryabrata Dutta, Sunidhi Ramesh, Joy C. Xu, William Z. Yang Centennial – Dorothy A. Cannella Johns Creek – Gordon Y. Li, Shohini Rakhit Milton – Naganavya S. Ravoori North Springs Charter – Adam G. Berger, Jacob A. Busby, Daniel M. Muehring Northview – Samar Abdelmageed, Rohan K. Doshi 2014 National Achievement Scholarships Centennial – Evan S. Johnson Chattahoochee – Lorin J. Crear Johns Creek – Peyton B. Smith Milton – Arianna M. Brown, Brenna C. Fromayan

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Roswell gives prayer for nation National Day of Prayer May 1 By JONATHAN COPSEY jonathan@northfulton.com ROSWELL, Ga. – For the past 11 years, Roswell has taken part in the National Day of Prayer at City Hall. This year was no different, as the annual ceremony was held May1 before the Faces of War Memorial. Leading the prayers was Roswell’s the Rev. Neville Billy, the regional coordinator of the Day of Prayer. Representatives from the Beth Hallel congregation sounded the Shafar, a Jewish horn, to open the prayers. Throughout the ceremony, prayers were given to those in all aspects of life – from business and government to education and entertainment – to have wisdom in their actions and thoughts. Roswell Council-

member Rich Dippolito gave the prayer for those in government. He said he had recently returned from a trip to Honduras. “There is nothing like going to a thirdworld country to appreciate what you have,” he said. The first National Day of Prayer was established in 1861 by President Abraham Lincoln, who said, “It is fit and becoming in all people, at all times, to acknowledge and revere the Supreme Government of God; to bow in humble submission...” Since then, the National Day of Prayer has become a day for all religions to give prayers for the nation and its residents. The 116 Army National Guard Band performed “Taps” and the ceremony’s music, while the U.S. Coast Guard Pipe Band blew out “Amazing Grace” on the bagpipes. “Roswell is truly blessed,” said Roswell Mayor Jere Wood.

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The Ford family has spruced up the interior of the Redd Road barn since they bought the property.

Barn: Continued from Page 1 up for the event, many of them coming up close to the barn for the first time, while others have grown to love it over the years. “There’s a lot of love for the barn,” Adam Ford said. The barn is such a landmark, Ford said when he was clearing it of debris and termites, there was a large dumpster on the property. He said neighbors would come up to him in a panic, thinking he was tearing the barn down. It’s certainly a fixer-upper, Ford said. Beyond the termite infestation, it needed to be cleared out. There is a second floor, but it is rickety and not

safe for standing. Ditto goes for the stairs leading up to it. However, Ford said he and his family are committed to preserving it. “I don’t want it to go down on my watch,” Ford said. He’s cleaned the barn up, including adding a brick floor under the central opening in preparation for the party. Originally from Australia, the Fords moved to Milton from New York City for work. Kylie and her son Fynn both ride horses, and Ford said the whole family wanted animals, so living in Milton was a good fit – rural yet close to downtown offices. And what says “rural” if not a big, red barn? Local historian and barn guru Bob Meyers came to tell a little history of the barn and its property.

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Author and historian Robert Meyers and his wife, Linda, take a look at the historic barn on Redd Road in Milton. “A lot of barns first built here were not built well,” Meyers said. “These were poor farmers.” He said many barns built from northern European immigrants were built to withstand severe weather, such as snow and cold. Southern barns, in contrast, were built often without real foundations and were not built as sturdily. Called a “transverse crib barn,” the barn on Redd Road has a center aisle with rooms on each side. Six stalls line the

aisle, with two further stalls on either side of the barn, along the outside. Some stalls had floors while others did not, being intended for animals. “This wood is beautiful wood,” Meyers said, noting the barn incorporated wood from a nearby sawmill that stood down the road. The barn’s original owners were Dinsmore family. The wife, Patsy, was a telephone operator. Meyers said it was common for the time for farmers to host telephone exchanges, where the main

switchboard ran through their homes. Someone would have to physically switch callers and all callers could hear each other. The barn has withstood the ravages of time in good shape, despite the termites, wear and tear and a car crash a few years ago that took out one wall. While the Dinsmores and their farm are both long gone, the barn still stands. “Everybody knows this barn,” Meyers said. “It’s a treasure of Milton.”

ROSWELL, Ga. – Despite being known for its wealthy residents, there are still a large number of poor and needy in North Fulton. To help those who need it, Roswell volunteers, churches and nonprofits banded together April 26 to hold a “Day of Hope” festival. Held at Mimosa Elementary School, the Day of Hope offered free shoes, eye exams, haircuts, health screenings and entertainment to the hundreds of families who came out. The services were provided by groups such as the Lion’s Club. There were also games and prizes to keep the whole family entertained. “A lot of people don’t realize there are poor people in Roswell,” said Brenda Orlans, event organizer. “If you drive up Holcomb Bridge Road, you would never know there are underserved people just a block off the road.” The Day of Hope was created to offer just that – hope – to these families who live so close to those who don’t suffer for resources. “Some kids we have here

have never had a bike or even a family photograph,” Orlans said. “These are things we take for granted.” Roughly 300 volunteers pulled off the event, which saw nearly 1,000 people take part. Orlans was quick to point out this was not simply helping those who wanted help, rather it was for those who needed it. Many of the people who attended have no health insurance, yet have serious health problems. One man came in for an eye exam, and the doctors instead found an item lodged in his eye. “Nothing beats a physical touch,” said Chris Curry, a volunteer. “You can give them written instructions, but nothing beats holding their hand and asking, ‘what do you need?’” One nonprofit attending the event was Roswell’s HomeStretch, which provides up to 18 months of housing and life skills classes for the homeless to get back on their feet. “A number of people have come by and even if they don’t need the service, they know people who do,” said Joan O’Connell, with HomeStretch. This was the sixth year the event was held in Roswell.

Handel: Continued from Page 4 proposed 3 mill tax increase, convincing the County Commission to cut spending instead. She then successfully ran for Georgia secretary of state and confounded the experts by not only getting Georgia’s tough voter ID legislation passed, but passing court scrutiny as well. During her term as secretary of state, she also slashed her own budget by 20 percent. Handel narrowly lost her bid to be governor to Nathan Deal in 2010. From there, she began a controversial stint as vice president of public policy for the breast cancer nonprofit agency Susan G. Komen for the Cure. She resigned from Komen after a public battle in which she had proposed cutting Komen’s funding of Planned Parenthood over its support of abortion. After adopting the Handel initiative, the Komen Foundation reversed its position and Handel resigned in protest. She also served as deputy chief of staff for Gov. Sonny Perdue. Now Handel is in the race for the GOP nomination for Senate, and says she is in it to win it as the conservative with the best chance to defeat Nunn in the November general election. Handel wasted no time telling her supporters that she is the candidate who will go to Washington with a plan to cut spending and revitalize the economy. “You do that by looking at the ‘must do’ in the budget and not the ‘nice do.’ I believe in zero-based budgeting,”

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The Roswell Day of Hope April 26 saw more than 1,000 needy people take advantage of free health and wellness resources. The Day of Hope is led by Hope Roswell, a network of pastors and church leaders from various denominations. Volunteers will often follow up with guests, offering them rides to church. Church services in Spanish have helped to maintain connections with some of the families served. Hope Roswell also provides for families throughout the year by providing backpacks, holiday dinners and more. For more on Hope Roswell, visit them online at www.hoperoswell.org.

Handel said. “Even if we did it only once every decade, it would force Congress to re-examine spending.” Federal spending is not all pork barrel spending, but represents 40 percent of Georgia’s annual budget. “I am a big fan of the Fair Tax, which lets people control how much tax they pay,” she said. “And I know firsthand how to build a strong economy. You lower taxes and lessen regulation.” She scoffed at meddling with the minimum wage, saying that is approaching real economic growth from the wrong end. “Increasing minimum wage doesn’t build a stronger economy. Creating more and better jobs is how you build a strong economy,” Handel said. Handel said with the low requests for absentee ballots for the May 20 primary, she is convinced there will be an unusually low turnout. So it is important for every voter to cast a ballot. “It is also interesting that the candidate who has spent $3 million has lost ground in the polls, the candidate who spent $1.5 million hasn’t moved and the woman who has spent 20 cents is moving up like a rocket,” she said. Diane Smith said she came out to support Handel because she was the candidate who talked about solutions, not “positions.” “I think she will go to Washington and lower the budget. And she is woman who has faith, and I like that,” Smith said. Handel said later that the “buzz” around her campaign is acceleratingShe is approaching the primary with confidence and determination.

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Roswell Cycling Festival rolls through city By HATCHER HURD hatcher@northfulton.com ROSWELL, Ga. – The Roswell Cycling Festival celebrated its 13 year, and almost finished out of the rain. The men’s professional bikers

pedaled through the sometimes heavy rain to conclude a daylong event filled with cycling activities for the entire family. Hundreds once again lined Canton Street and its environs to watch some of the best cyclists in the country

race literally elbow to elbow down city streets. Some came to cheer friends and family, others to watch the action from a veranda with a cold beverage in hand. The Roswell Criterium is as much

a social event as a sporting event, and Canton Street restaurants do quite well. It is also a time and place where politicians and the politically active meet during one of North Fulton’s premier spring events.

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Varsity soccer player Hope Kemp-Hanson, center, was named recipient of the first soccer scholarship award from the State Bridge McDonald’s. From left are McDonald’s owners Tim Phalen and Paula Quilter, Mark Penstone, Kemp-Hanson and soccer coaches Vince Strine, Les Meenan, Gina Mumma and Brittany Boyajan.

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booths and hock their wares. This is the second year that Alpharetta artist Camille Kohler has held a booth at the arts festival. “It’s definitely worth my time to come back,” said Kohler. Carolyn Wilson came from McHenry, Ill., to set up her fused glass pieces. “I did the show last year and did enough business to warrant coming back,” she

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MILTON, Ga. — Tim “The Bus Driver” Lester, who led the way for Jerome “The Bus” Bettis and Emmitt Smith, played 10 years in the NFL as a fullback with the Rams and Steelers and retired with the Cowboys. Coincidentally, his nickname “The Bus Driver” still applies to his new mission in life today. Lester said he is introducing a training program for youth football players that focuses on the highest level of player safety and is changing the way the game is played. Lester, who has two boys ages 5 and 7, launched the Play 60 flag football program in 2012. The year-round program trains participants on speed and agility as well as football fundamentals. This year, Lester said he has introduced a tackle program dedicated to making the game better and safer. Lester’s team, the Milton Steelers, includes thirdthrough fifth-grade students in and around the Milton area and incorporates the “right way and smart way” to play the game. “When I played football, most teams were blocking teams,” Lester said. “I blocked using my head first, dropping opponents to the ground. I learned to tackle the wrong way and the hard way. “My goal is to teach any players I coach the right way and the smart way to play tackle football,” he said. Implementing USA Foot-

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Fulton Schools hones process to select top teacher candidates By CANDY WAYLOCK candy@northfulton.com ATLANTA – Each year, more than 9,000 applications flow into the Fulton County School System (FCSS) seeking teaching positions in the 100 schools that make up the district. Of that total, fewer than 10 percent, around 600 to 700 each year, will be hired. While the quantity of applicants is certainly there, Fulton Schools leaders are trying to ensure the process identifies quality as well – weeding out the “low potential” from the “high potential” applicants early on. “We have invested a lot of time and effort to improve our principal selection process… the natural logical next step is how we select teachers,” said Nathifa Carmichael, talent manager for the FCSS. This year, the system will

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Clemson University CLEMSON, S.C. – Local residents were among more than 1,100 students who received degrees from Clemson University after the fall 2013 semester. Brandon Scott Carroll of Alpharetta graduated with a bachelor’s degree in financial management. Kirby Eugene Pate of Duluth graduated cum laude with a bachelor’s degree in visual arts. Meghan Lee Anderson of Suwanee graduated magna cum laude with a bachelor’s degree in nursing. Sarah Jane Kelley of Suwanee graduated summa cum laude with a bachelor’s degree in communication studies. Ryan David Cox of Alpharetta graduated with a bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering. Andrew Edward Newell of Alpharetta graduated with a bachelor’s degree in forest resource management. Stephanie Lee Bedenk of Cumming graduated with a bachelor’s degree in graphic communications. Russell W. Krenek of Cumming graduated with a master’s degree industrial engineering. Carson Elizabeth Culver of Roswell graduated with a bachelor’s degree in graphic communications.

launch a new recruitment process that will put applicants through a more in-depth pre-screening before they ever land in the pool of candidates principals will consider. With mandates in place at the state and national level to evaluate teacher effectiveness, the stakes are high to ensure the best teachers are at the front of classrooms, said Carmichael. “We set out to think differently about our approach to hiring teachers [and] identify the applicants who have the greatest potential to enact change and achievement in our students,” she said. Over the past few months, school staff members have worked to develop a selection framework consisting of exercises and rubrics, information gathered from principals and a team of “teacher selectors” who will assist in the evaluation process.

“We reached out to our top performing teachers and pulled them in to help with the [evaluation process],” said Carmichael. Currently, all applications are considered based on resume, transcripts and other “check the box” information. If deemed complete, the applications go directly into a candidate pool for principals to consider. Under the new process, the system will use a balance of technology and human interaction to determine the pool prior to the principal involvement. Carmichael explained the technology part first filters out those applications that do not meet professional standards, and then passes the approved applications to the selectors. The applicant will then go through a phone interview with a selector who has been trained to ask questions that reveal the applicant’s personal

Mallory Maryruth Gray of Roswell graduated magna cum laude with a bachelor’s degree in nursing.

the term that ended in December 2013. Honor Roll: Nicholas Biumi of Cumming, a member of the class of 2015; Brian Krouskos of Alpharetta, a member of the class of 2016; Lucas McCracken of Cumming, a member of the class of 2016; Rachel Samuels of Johns Creek, a member of the class of 2015; and Jenny Wang of Roswell, a member of the class of 2017. Dean’s List: Drew Carlos of Roswell, a member of the class of 2015; Connor Hollenbeck of Alpharetta, a member of the class of 2014; Kaitlin Krouskos of Alpharetta, a member of the class of 2017; Stanley Monasterski of Roswell, a

Brenau University GAINESVILLE, Ga. – Artwork by local Brenau University students qualified for inclusion in a special exhibition at the prestigious High Museum of Art in Atlanta in February. Work by Dedrie Kunze of Alpharetta, a junior majoring in studio art at Brenau, selected for the exhibit included “Pattern Design,” a digital print on paper. A selection for the exhibit by Whitney Mathis of Cumming, a 2012 graduate majoring in interior design at Brenau, included “Spectrum, Inc. Corporate Headquarters,” created as a banner. The exhibition was part of the Gainesville-based university’s unique academic partnership with the High and included 85 works in digital prints, ceramics, oil and acrylic paintings, stoneware and mixed media. Most of the students whose works were selected primarily study art and design, interior design, mass communication, theater and liberal arts. The competition was open to students from all disciplines.

Washington and Lee University LEXINGTON, Va. – The following Washington and Lee students recently earned Honor Roll status for achieving a grade point average of at least 3.75 or Dean’s List status for achieving at least a 3.4 GPA for

We set out to think differently about our approach to hiring teachers [and] identify the applicants who have the greatest potential to enact change and achievement in our students.” NATHIFA CARMICHAEL Talent manager for the FCSS

side and rate communication skills and other attributes that aren’t easily identifiable just on paper. “Teaching is as much an art form as it is a science,” said Carmichael. “Therefore, we also want to know about their disposition and their attitudes…and we want to know if these applicants have a pas-

member of the class of 2016; and Jacqueline Yarbro of Suwanee, a member of the class of 2015.

Flagler College ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. – Joshua Manning of Cumming and Susannah Schloss of Mountain Park were recently

sion about teaching students in Fulton County.” Carmichael said the process is streamlined with the goal of 72 hours from approved application to candidate. The new selection process is expected to launch on April 1 and be in place for new teachers for the 2014-2015 school year. named to the Flagler College President’s List and were honored with other recipients at a special ceremony where Flagler President William T. Abare Jr. congratulated them and challenged them to continue their academic success. President’s List honors are given to those with a 4.0 grade point average.

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Lot 309 of the 2nd Land District, 2nd Section, City of Milton, Fulton County, Georgia, described in Deed Book 52684, Page 647, the description contained therein being incorporated herein by this reference, known as 16175 Birmingham Highway. Tax Years Due: 2013

CITY OF MILTON JUNE 2014 TAX SALE STACEY INGLIS ASST CITY MANAGER CITY OF MILTON STATE OF GEORGIA COUNTY OF FULTON Under and by virtue of certain tax Fi.Fa.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 2014 the same being June 3, 2014. 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.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 4, 2014. File #-- 4 Map/Parcel Number: 22 3560 1019 028 8 Defendant(s) in FiFa: Blackwell, Hazel A N Admin Current Property Owner: Blackwell, Hazel Annette Nelson; Henry, Gloria Sue Nelson Reference Deed: 14134/345 Property Description: All and only that parcel of land designated as Tax Parcel 22 3560 1019 028 8, 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. Tax Years Due: 2012 - 2013 File #-- 6 Map/Parcel Number: 22 3682 0878 008 5 Defendant(s) in FiFa: Guardsman Realty Co. Current Property Owner: same as Defendant(s) in FiFa Reference Deed: 16860/272 Property Description: All and only that parcel of land designated as Tax Parcel 22 3682 0878 008 5, in Land Lot 878 of the 2nd Land District, 2nd Section, Fulton County, Georgia, being Lot 8, Gladwyne Subdivision, shown in Plat Book 154, Page 16, the description contained therein being incorporated herein by this reference, described in Deed Book 16860, Page 272, located on Gladwyne Ridge. Tax Years Due: 2013 File #-- 8 Map/Parcel Number: 22 3710 1093 042 7 Defendant(s) in FiFa: Engelmann, Richard a/k/a Englemann, Richard Current Property Owner: same as Defendant(s) in FiFa

Reference Deed: 43837/240 Property Description: All and only that parcel of land designated as Tax Parcel 22 3710 1093 042 7, in Land Lot 1093 of the 2nd Land District, 2nd Section, City of Milton, Fulton County, Georgia, described in Deed Book 43837, Page 240, the description contained therein being incorporated herein by this reference, known as 12805 Arnold Mill Road. Tax Years Due: 2013 File #-- 9 Map/Parcel Number: 22 3710 1094 025 1 Defendant(s) in FiFa: Blanchard, John W. & Mary Lee Current Property Owner: Arden Investments LLC Reference Deed: 37258/531; 37258/527 Property Description: All and only that parcel of land designated as Tax Parcel 22 3710 1094 025 1, in Land Lot 1094 of the 2nd Land District, City of Milton, Fulton County, Georgia, containing 1.0112 acres, more or less, described in Deed Book 37258 , Page 531, and Deed Book 37258, Page 527, the description contained therein being incorporated herein by this reference, known as 12885 New Providence Road. Tax Years Due: 2013 File #-- 10 Map/Parcel Number: 22 3801 0777 011 7 Defendant(s) in FiFa: Larsen, Nicollette Rodrigues Current Property Owner: same as Defendant(s) in FiFa Reference Deed: 31736/490 Property Description: All and only that parcel of land designated as Tax Parcel 22 3801 0777 011 7, in Land Lots 777 & 778 of the 2nd Land District, 2nd Section, City of Milton, Fulton County, Georgia, being Lot 31, Estates at National Subdivision,

shown in Plat Book 149 , Page 55, the description contained therein being incorporated herein by this reference, described in Deed Book 31736, Page 490, known as 410 Tournament Place. Tax Years Due: 2013 File #-- 12 Map/Parcel Number: 22 3890 0343 031 2 Defendant(s) in FiFa: Wilson, Celia H. Current Property Owner: same as Defendant(s) in FiFa Reference Deed: 5479/544 Property Description: All and only that parcel of land designated as Tax Parcel 22 3890 0343 031 2, 2nd Land District, 2nd Section, City of Milton, Fulton County, Georgia, described in Deed Book 5479, Page 544, the description contained therein being incorporated herein by this reference, known as 690 Hickory Flat Road. Tax Years Due: 2013 File #-- 13 Map/Parcel Number: 22 3930 0593 049 3 Defendant(s) in FiFa: Fulmer Construction LLC Current Property Owner: same as Defendant(s) in FiFa Reference Deed: 40600/531 Property Description: All and only that parcel of land designated as Tax Parcel 22 3930 0593 049 3, in Land Lot 593 of the 2nd Land District, 2nd Section, City of Milton, Fulton County, Georgia, The Oaks at Crabapple Subdivision, shown in Plat Book 300, Page 105, the description contained therein being incorporated herein by this reference, described in Deed Book 40600, Page 531, located on Bienville Court. Tax Years Due: 2009-2013 File #-- 14 Map/Parcel Number: 22 4000 1097

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257 4 Defendant(s) in FiFa: Lewis, Kathleen C. Current Property Owner: same as Defendant(s) in FiFa Reference Deed: 50439/240 Property Description: All and only that parcel of land designated as Tax Parcel 22 4000 1097 257 4, in Land Lot 1097 of the 2nd Land District, 2nd Section, City of Milton, Fulton County, Georgia, being Lot 47, Braeburn Subdivision, Phase III, shown in Plat Book 352, Pages 86-93, the description contained therein being incorporated herein by this reference, described in Deed Book 50439, Page 240, known as 2151 McFarlin Lane. Tax Years Due: 2013 File #-- 17 Map/Parcel Number: 22 4090 0595 020 6 Defendant(s) in FiFa: Speilberg, Jack aka Spielberg, Jack Current Property Owner: same as Defendant(s) in FiFa Reference Deed: 36422/632 Property Description: All and only that parcel of land designated as Tax Parcel 22 4090 0595 020 6, in Land Lot 595 of the 2nd Land District, 2nd Section, City of Milton, Fulton County, Georgia, described in Deed Book 36422, Page 632, the description contained therein being incorporated herein by this reference, located on Wood Road. Tax Years Due: 2013 File #-- 23 Map/Parcel Number: 22 4210 0309 023 2 Defendant(s) in FiFa: Freeport Title & Guaranty Inc. Current Property Owner: Community Bank of Pickens Reference Deed: 52684/647 Property Description: All and only that parcel of land designated as Tax Parcel 22 4210 0309 023 2, in Land

File #-- 25 Map/Parcel Number: 22 4370 0384 093 9 Defendant(s) in FiFa: Masi, Catherine Current Property Owner: same as Defendant(s) in FiFa Reference Deed: 49452/539 Property Description: All and only that parcel of land designated as Tax Parcel 22 4370 0384 093 9, in Land Lot 337 & 384 of the 2nd Land District, 2nd Section, City of Milton, Fulton County, Georgia, being Lot 11, Highland Manor Subdivision, Phase II, shown in Plat Book 225, Page 12, the description contained therein being incorporated herein by this reference, described in Deed Book 49452, Page 539, known as 15810 Milton Point. Tax Years Due: 2013 File #-- 28 Map/Parcel Number: 22 4520 0242 013 8 Defendant(s) in FiFa: Clevenger, Royal C. III & Barbara A. (aka Aaron) Current Property Owner: same as Defendant(s) in FiFa Reference Deed: 37302/298 Property Description: All and only that parcel of land designated as Tax Parcel 22 4520 0242 013 8, in Land Lot 242 of the 2nd Land District, 2nd Section, City of Milton, Fulton County, Georgia, described in Deed Book 37302, Page 298, the description contained therein being incorporated herein by this reference, known as 16455 Freemanville Road. Tax Years Due: 2013 File #-- 33 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 314, and 315 of the 2nd Land District, 2nd Section, City of Milton, Fulton County, Georgia, described in Deed Book 6663, Page 480, the description contained therein being incorporated herein by this reference, located on Henderson Road. Tax Years Due: 2013

File #-- 34 Map/Parcel Number: 22 4700 0387 080 4 Defendant(s) in FiFa: Perfect Homes LLC Current Property Owner: same as Defendant(s) in FiFa Reference Deed: 40731/453 Property Description: All and only that parcel of land designated as Tax Parcel 22 4700 0387 080 4, in Land Lot 387 & 406 of the 2nd Land District, 2nd Section, City of Milton, Fulton County, Georgia, being Lot Common Area, Hampton Manor Subdivision, shown in Plat Book 287, Page 33, the description contained therein being incorporated herein by this reference, described in Deed Book 40731, Page 453, located on Manor Trace. Tax Years Due: 2012-2013 File #-- 38 Map/Parcel Number: 22 4850 0317 045 0 Defendant(s) in FiFa: Malak, Mohamad M. Current Property Owner: Jackson, Darius Reference Deed: 49802/355 Property Description: All and only that parcel of land designated as Tax Parcel 22 4850 0317 045 0, in Land Lot 317, of the 2nd Land District, 2nd Section, City of Milton, Fulton County, Georgia, Being Lot 34, Sadle Pointe Subdivision, Phase II-C, shown in Plat Book 194, Page 130, the description contained therein being incorporated herein by this reference, described in Deed Book 49802, Page 355, known as 840 Northwood Drive. Tax Years Due: 2013 File #-- 39 Map/Parcel Number: 22 4890 0606 070 0 Defendant(s) in FiFa: Allen, R. Keith & Dana J. Current Property Owner: Allen, Dana J. Reference Deed: 43984/537 Property Description: All and only that parcel of land designated as Tax Parcel 22 4890 0606 070 0, in Land Lot 606, of the 2nd Land District, 2nd Section, City of Milton, Fulton County, Georgia, being Lot 1, containing 1.319 acres, more or less, shown in Plat Book 212, Page 62, the description contained therein being incorporated herein by this reference, described in Deed Book 43984, Page 537, known as 14914 Hopewell Road. Tax Years Due: 2013 File #-- 43 Map/Parcel Number: 22 4932 0893 005 8 Defendant(s) in FiFa: Shea, Michael J.

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Current Property Owner: same as Defendant(s) in FiFa Reference Deed: 50525/75 Property Description: All and only that parcel of land designated as Tax Parcel 22 4932 0893 005 8, in Land Lot 894, of the 2nd Land District, 2nd Section, City of Milton, Fulton County, Georgia, Being Lot 5, Block A, North Park Subdivision, shown in Plat Book 162, Page 89, the description contained therein being incorporated herein by this reference, described in Deed Book 50525, Page 75, known as 2340 Old Northpark Lane. Tax Years Due: 2013 File #-- 46 Map/Parcel Number: 22 4941 0978 041 0 Defendant(s) in FiFa: Hames, Perry G. & Denise B. Current Property Owner: same as Defendant(s) in FiFa Reference Deed: 23873/288 Property Description: All and only that parcel of land designated as Tax Parcel 22 4941 0978 041 0, in Land Lot 978, of the 2nd Land District, 2nd Section, City of Milton, Fulton County, Georgia, Being Lot 12, Block C, Hopewell Plantation Subdivision, Unit 1, Phase 2, shown in Plat Book 162, Page 57, the description contained therein being incorporated herein by this reference, described in Deed Book 23873, Page 288, known as 1265 Hopewell Crest. Tax Years Due: 2013 File #-- 69 Map/Parcel Number: 22 5070 0751 029 8 Defendant(s) in FiFa: Riccioni, Peter Current Property Owner: same as Defendant(s) in FiFa Reference Deed: 51973/546 Property Description: All and only that parcel of land designated as Tax Parcel 22 5070 0751 029 8, in Land Lot 751, of the 2nd Land District, 2nd Section, City of Milton, Fulton County, Georgia, described in Deed Book 51973, Page 546, the description contained therein being incorporated herein by this reference, known as 14330 Cogburn Road. Tax Years Due: 2013 File #-- 70 Map/Parcel Number: 22 5080 0834 079 2 Defendant(s) in FiFa: Cecil, Terry L. Current Property Owner: Bedingfield, Barbara Reference Deed: 53399/281 Property Description: All and only that parcel of land designated as Tax Parcel 22 5080 0834 079 2, in Land Lot 834, of the 2nd Land District, 2nd

Section, City of Milton, Fulton County, Georgia, being Lot 3, Bethany Green Subdivision, shown in Plat Book 206, Page 12, the description contained therein being incorporated herein by this reference, described in Deed Book 53399, Page 281, known as 735 Bethany Green. Tax Years Due: 2013 File #-- 79 Map/Parcel Number: 22 5180 0399 011 1 Defendant(s) in FiFa: First Citizens Bank & Trust Co (Inc.) Current Property Owner: Manor Real Estate Holdings, LLC Reference Deed: Property Description: All and only that parcel of land designated as Tax Parcel 22 5180 0399 011 1, in Land Lots 398, 399, 466, & 467 of the 2nd Land District, 2nd Section, Fulton County, Georgia, described in Deed Book 50677, Page 133, the description contained therein being incorporated herein by this reference, located on Hamby Road. Tax Years Due: 2013 File #-- 82 Map/Parcel Number: 22 5180 0399 041 8 Defendant(s) in FiFa: Carson, Robert L Current Property Owner: same as Defendant(s) in FiFa Reference Deed: 52121/210 Property Description: All and only that parcel of land designated as Tax Parcel 22 5180 0399 041 8, in Land Lot 399, of the 2nd Land District, 2nd Section, Fulton County, Georgia, being Lot 44, Manor Golf Course and Counry Club, Phase II-A, shown in Plat Book 322, Pages 19-23, the description contained therein being incorporated herein by this reference, described in Deed Book 52121, Page 210, known as 310 Blair Court. Tax Years Due: 2013 File #-- 94 Map/Parcel Number: 22 5270 1047 011 6 Defendant(s) in FiFa: Cogburn Road Investments LP Current Property Owner: same as Defendant(s) in FiFa Reference Deed: 28307/262; 28815/261; 28815/265 Property Description: All and only that parcel of land designated as Tax Parcel 22 5270 1047 011 6, in Land Lots 1041, 1042, 1047, 1048, 976, 977, 1040 and 1049, of the 2nd Land District, 2nd Section, Fulton County, Georgia, being a portion of the property described in Deed Book 28307, Page 262, Deed Book 28815, Page 261 and Deed Book 28815, Page 265, the description contained

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Varsity: Continued from Page 31

Berry College ROME, Ga. – The following local students have been named to the fall 2013 Dean’s List at Berry College. To be eligible for Dean’s List, a student must carry a semester GPA of 3.5 or better. Alpharetta: Braham Berman, Kyra Clark, Meghan Dooling, Ashley Harzog, Meaghan Hughes, Bekah Ingram, Gretchen Kaufman, Eric Latimer, Lindsay Luckett, Abby Maiwald, Jordan Moore, Kayla Palmer, Marcella Putri, Abbey Smyth, Nick Vernon, Cari Voutila and Cori Wagner. Cumming: Brynn Barber, Brook Bowers, Alyson Childers, Taylor Flynn, Christian Fulbright, Meagan Hunter, Megan Reed, Mike Robb, Greg Robbins, Kseniya Shakhova, Logan Stone, Matthew Williams and Connor Wright. Duluth: Erica Mendonca, Claire

Park, Kit Paryzek, Christie Pierce and Kim Slade. Roswell: Hannah Bentley, Emily Bruder-Mattson, Rhoxie Ellard, Weaver Ellard, Brittany Giles, Josh Halliday, Richie Keezer, Callie McDonough, Jennifer Nall, Sarah Neas, Caroline Schuler, Rachel Smythe, Kellie Soafer and Louis Spivak. Suwanee: Mitchell Blanchard, Lauren Sykora, Carrie McAlear, Austin Marlow, Hannah Ausband, Michaela Gras and Marissa Cioffi.

University of Charleston CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Kayla Dozier of Alpharetta was named to the Dean’s List at the University of Charleston. The Dean’s List recognizes full-time students who earn a grade point average of 3.5 or higher.

Sigma Alpha Lambda – Clemson University CLEMSON, S.C. – Robert

therein being incorporated herein by this reference, located on State Highway 9. Tax Years Due: 2012-2013 File #-- 98 Map/Parcel Number: 22 5330 0252 076 9 Defendant(s) in FiFa: Degel, Cynthia & Pergola, Michelle Current Property Owner: 3236 Ballyforest, LLC Reference Deed: 53519/457 Property Description: All and only that parcel of land designated as Tax Parcel 22 5330 0252 076 9, in Land Lot 252, of the 2nd Land District, 2nd Section, Fulton County, Georgia, being Lot 167, The Manor Golf Course & Country Club Subdivision, Phase 2-East, shown in Plat Book 327, Pages 61-77, the description contained therein being incorporated herein by this reference, described in Deed Book 53519, Page 457, known as 3236 Balley Forrest Drive aka Bally Forest Drive. Tax Years Due: 2013 File #-- 101 Map/Parcel Number: 22 5340 0396 043 4 Defendant(s) in FiFa: Khoury, Joelle Current Property Owner: same as Defendant(s) in FiFa Reference Deed: 47427/625 Property Description: All and only that parcel of land designated as Tax Parcel 22 5340 0396 043 4, in Land Lot 396, of the 2nd Land District,

Submit your news & photos to news@northfulton.com | Recycled paper Owen Calvert III of Johns Creek was recently recognized as a member of Sigma Alpha Lambda, a national leadership and honors society, at Clemson University. Sigma Alpha Lambda is dedicated to promoting and rewarding academic achievement and providing members with opportunities for community service, personal development and lifelong professional fulfillment.

The Citadel CHARLESTON, S.C. – The Citadel, the Military College of South Carolina, honored Samuel Glenn Cowart of Roswell and Mark Joseph Smith of Roswell with Gold Stars for outstanding academic achievement during the fall semester of the 2013-2014 academic year. Cowart is majoring in civil engineering. Smith is majoring in business administration. Gold Stars are awarded to students that achieve a 3.7 grade point average or higher. Students that achieve Gold Star recognition are also placed on the Dean’s List. In addition, John William Brunson, a business administration major from Alpharetta,

2nd Section, Fulton County, Georgia, being Lot 115, The Manor Golf Course & Country Club, Phase 1-C, shown in Plat Book 311, Pages 103112, the description contained therein being incorporated herein by this reference, described in Deed Book 47427, Page 625, known as 3274 Watsons Bend. Tax Years Due: 2013 File #-- 103 Map/Parcel Number: 22 5340 0398 026 7 Defendant(s) in FiFa: Khoury, Michel Current Property Owner: same as Defendant(s) in FiFa Reference Deed: 47427/626 Property Description: All and only that parcel of land designated as Tax Parcel 22 5340 0398 026 7, in Land Lot 398, of the 2nd Land District, 2nd Section, Fulton County, Georgia, being Lot 30, The Manor Golf Course & Country Club, Phase 1-C, shown in Plat Book 311, Pages 103-112, the description contained therein being incorporated herein by this reference, described in Deed Book 47427, Page 626, known as 3084 Watsons Bend. Tax Years Due: 2013 File #-- 104 Map/Parcel Number: 22 5370 0611 020 4 Defendant(s) in FiFa: Long, John R, Estate In REM, John Raymond Long II, Executor Current Property Owner: same as Defendant(s) in FiFa

Joseph Matthew Van Dyke, a criminal justice major from Cumming, and Robert Daniel Jackson, a criminal justice major from Roswell, also made the Citadel’s Dean’s List for earning at least a 3.2 grade point average for the fall semester.

Marist College POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. – Delaney Hollenbeck of Alpharetta was named to the Marist College Dean’s List for the fall 2013 semester. Hollenbeck is a member of the class of 2016 and is majoring in fashion merchandising.

Wake Forest University WINSTON SALEM, N.C. – The following local students were named to the fall 2013 Dean’s List at Wake Forest University. Students who achieve a 3.4 and no grade below a C were named to the list. Alpharetta: Morgan Burt, Caroline Fisher, Lauren Hogan, Seungki Min, Aubrey Peterson, Brandon Terry and Caroline Wayco. Cumming and Suwanee:

Reference Deed: 11357/370 Property Description: All and only that parcel of land designated as Tax Parcel 22 5370 0611 020 4, in Land Lot 611, of the 2nd Land District, 2nd Section, Fulton County, Georgia, described in Deed Book 11357, Page 370, the description contained therein being incorporated herein by this reference, known as 3225 Francis Road. Tax Years Due: 2013 File #-- 107 Map/Parcel Number: 22 5391 0754 089 1 Defendant(s) in FiFa: Sant, Donn W. & Christine Current Property Owner: same as Defendant(s) in FiFa Reference Deed: 21929/198 Property Description: All and only that parcel of land designated as Tax Parcel 22 5391 0754 089 1, in Land Lot 754, of the 2nd Land District, 2nd Section, Fulton County, Georgia, being Lot 26, Pod A, Crooked Creek Subdivision, Unit Two, shown in Plat Book 184, Page 98, the description contained therein being incorporated herein by this reference, described in Deed Book 21929, Page 198, known as 14335 Morning Mountain Way. Tax Years Due: 2013 File #-- 116 Map/Parcel Number: 22 5430 1044 420 9 Defendant(s) in FiFa: Perez, Sonia G. Current Property Owner: same as

Caroline Angle, Morgan Farrell and Austin Nissen. Johns Creek and Duluth: Samantha Boures, Matthew Simpson and Carlyle Yealy. Roswell: Hannah Duane, Caroline Ehret and Mackenzie Morrow.

University of Dayton DAYTON, Ohio – Thomas Leslie of Roswell, Meghan Nolan of Alpharetta and Erin Riley of Roswell were each honored with Dean’s List recognition for the fall 2013 semester at the University of Dayton. To qualify for the Dean’s List, a student must have a minimum of a 3.5 grade point average.

Loyola Marymount University LOS ANGELES, Calif. – Loyola Marymount University announced that Jessie Black of Milton and Katherine Murphy of Cumming were named to the Dean’s List for the fall 2013 semester. Students named to the Dean’s List earned a cumulative grade point average of 3.5 or better.

Defendant(s) in FiFa Reference Deed: 45599/662 Property Description: All and only that parcel of land designated as Tax Parcel 22 5430 1044 420 9, in Land Lot 1044, of the 2nd Land District, 2nd Section, Fulton County, Georgia, being Lot 144, Building 22, Morris Lake Subdivision, Unit II, shown in Plat Book 223, Pages 54-56, the description contained therein being incorporated herein by this reference, described in Deed Book 45599, Page 662, known as 3445 Lathenview Court. Tax Years Due: 2013 File #-- 120 Map/Parcel Number: 22 5430 1045 618 7 Defendant(s) in FiFa: Malan, Ebah Current Property Owner: same as Defendant(s) in FiFa Reference Deed: 48324/21; 47991/274 Property Description: All and only that parcel of land designated as Tax Parcel 22 5430 1045 618 7, in Land Lot 1045, of the 2nd Land District, 2nd Section, Fulton County, Georgia, being Lot 214, Deerfield Green Subdivision, Phase 1, shown in Plat Book 332, Pages 68-75, the description contained therein being incorporated herein by this reference, described in Deed Book 48324, Page 21, and Deed Book 47991, Page 274, known as 852 Red Hart Lane. Tax Years Due: 2013

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Milton girls go 3 for 3 in Legacy Cup

SPORTS

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of the 10 teams we played are ranked in at least one of the national polls, and two teams are top five. Hopefully, this tough schedule will have us prepared for another run at the state championship.” By JONATHAN COPSEY In the Legacy Cup, Milton jonathan@northfulton.com played against Bishop Irenton, Virginia, ranked No. 17 in MILTON, Ga. – Nearly 30 the nation. Milton won with a men’s and women’s score of 12-10. lacrosse teams from The second around the country game was against converged on Milton Carondelet, Calithe weekend of April fornia, the 2013 26 to honor a young defending Califorlocal boy while playnia state champs. ing their favorite Milton won the sport. game 9-8 in overComing out near time. The game the lead for state did not start teams was the well for Milton. Milton High School “We got off girls’ team, winning to our worst all three games start of the seathey played in the son and contincompetition. ued to turn the This season ball over every was a brutal one time we had for Milton girls’ possession,” lacrosse, said coach Godby said. “We Tim Godby, as did not even get they played several a shot off until out-of-state teams, approximately including teams 15 minutes from Florida and into the game California. They and did not won seven of their score our first 10 games. goal until near TIM GODBY “We played 18 minutes Milton girls’ Lacrosse Coach probably the most into the first diverse schedule half. Every of anyone in the time we had country by playing possession, we teams from so many differturned the ball over.” ent states,” Godby said. “Our Godby said one turning schedule also ranks as probpoint in the game was the ably one of the hardest in the inclusion of third-string goalie country because of all the Alex Bunn, who “stepped up great teams we played. Nine big time and gave us the spark

We got off to our worst start of the season and continued to turn the ball over every time we had possession.”

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Bellarmine University fought against Mercer Saturday, April 26 as part of the Legacy Lacrosse Cup in Milton. The Legacy Lacrosse Cup saw the Milton girls win all three of their games. we needed at the right time, making four saves, forcing a turnover and held Carondelet scoreless when she was in the game,” Godby said. The final game of the day was against Loyola, Illinois, ranked 12 in the nation. Milton led for the whole first half and ended the game with a score of 4-3 in overtime, which Godby called “a huge win.” “This shows that our girls have a lot of heart and are not going to quit when things aren’t going our way,” Godby said. “We have shown that we can win and compete with

teams from anywhere in the country.” The annual Legacy Lacrosse Cup entered its seventh year to remember Parker Jackson, a Milton High School lacrosse player who was killed in a car accident in 2006. The Legacy Cup was established in his memory. Jackson was passionate about friendship, competitive lacrosse and his spirituality, so parents Bo and Lauren Jackson started the tournament in 2007 to promote his personal values. The tournament aims to

honor Jackson’s legacy by communicating to student athletes how their everyday decisions can lead them to positively influence others. This 25-game tournament features a high level of competition, with eight of the 16 men’s teams and eight of the 10 women’s teams playing in their respective state championships last year. To learn more about the Legacy Cup, please visit www. legacylacrossecup.com. For more on Milton girls’ lacrosse, visit www.MiltonGirlsLax.com.

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FY14 HRIS, Time & Attendance, and Payroll Processing System

RFP NUMBER 14-PW7 Sealed Proposal Due Date:

RFP NUMBER 14-HR01 Sealed Proposal Due Date:

May 27th, 2014 2:00PM Local Time Milton City Hall To be publicly opened approximately 2:05PM in the Courthouse The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids.

May20th, 2014 2:00PM Local Time Milton City Hall To be publicly opened approximately 2:05PM in the Courthouse The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids.

The City of Milton is requesting submittals from interested parties for a public private partnership. The request for sealed proposals for FY14 Professional Design Services – Birmingham Road Bridges (3) will be posted on the following websites the week of May 5th.

The City of Milton is requesting submittals from interested parties for a public private partnership. The request for sealed proposals for FY14 HRIS, Time & Attendance, and Payroll Processing System will be posted on the following websites no later than Wednesday April 30th, 2014:

http://www.cityofmiltonga.us or http://ssl.doas.state.ga.us/PRSapp/PR_index.jsp

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SPLOST revenues expected Projects: Condos:

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to be 8 percent higher

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS FOR REZONING (This item was deferred from the April 23, 2014 Planning Commission Meeting to the May 28, 2014 Planning Commission Meeting.) Petition Number: Location: Applicant: Request:

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RZ13-18 Birmingham Hwy (West Side) with a frontage of approximately 373 feet Piedmont Atlantic Capital To rezone from AG-1 (Agricultural) to CUP (Community Unit Plan) to develop 13 single family residences on 19.5 acres. (Previously 17 lots and 23 acres) Planning Commission Meeting Wednesday, May 28, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. Mayor and City Council Meeting Monday, June 16, 2014 at 6:00 p.m. Milton City Hall 13000 Deerfield Parkway Suite 107E (Council Chambers) Milton, GA 30004 678-242-2500

Central Park Bandits bring home championship FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. – The Central Park Bandits 14U AAA travel baseball team recently won the USSSA Champs Wear the Rings Tournament in Euharlee. In their first game, the Bandits defeated the Acworth Warriors Orange 11-1, and then followed that win with a 4-0 victory over the Georgia Scorchers from Canton. In the semifinals, the team faced the Acworth

Warriors again, winning this time 9-1 before moving on to crush the Dallas Orange Crush in the championship game with a score of 9-1. The Bandits are coached by head coach Ryan Davis, an instructor at Barrett Baseball in Cumming, team manager Troy Hutchinson of Milton and assistant coach Kevin Hensley of Milton.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS FOR TEXT AMENDMENTS TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE (These items were deferred from the April 23, 2014 Planning Commission Meeting) RZ13-22 To amend Chapter 64, Article VII, Division 6 Northwest Fulton Overlay District

Martha Nell Oman Boen, 78, of Alpharetta, passed away April 24, 2014. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

RZ14-03 To amend Chapter 64, Article IX Administrative Permits and Use Permits to create a new Use Permit for a Rural or Agricultural Event Facility

Eleanor Christie, 70, of Snellville, passed away April 26, 2014. Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home.

Shao Yao Hsia, 100, of Johns Creek, passed away April 18, 2014. Arrangements by Carmichael Funeral Homes.

Virginia Carol Davis, 73, passed away April 10, 2014. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

Daniel R. Kepner, 58, of Alpharetta, passed away April 17, 2014. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

Busya Drukarova, 87, passed away April 15 2014. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

Arlene Pattersonn Bowles, 93, passed away April 14 2014. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

Planning Commission Meeting Wednesday, May 28, 2014 at 7:00 p.m.

Louise Rose Buchanan, 92, of Alpharetta, passed away April 23, 2014. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

Mayor and City Council Meeting Monday, June 16, 2014 at 6:00 p.m.

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Jayne L. Kissam, 68, of Alpharetta, passed away April 20, 2014. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

Gerald Joseph Fredrick, 67, passed away April 23, 2014. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery. Mary Ann Fuss, 71, of Roswell, passed away April 24, 2014. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

RZ14-04 To amend Chapter 64, Article IX Administrative Permits and Use Permits to create a new Use Permit for an Artist Studio

Milton City Hall 13000 Deerfield Parkway Suite 107E (Council Chambers) Milton, GA 30004 678-242-2500

growth, FCSS expects to bring in nearly $803 million – a $60 million increase – by the end of the SPLOST. The one-cent sales tax was first approved by voters in 1997, and has been renewed three times since then. SPLOST IV proceeds are dedicated for capital improvements, construction and technology initiatives across the school system. Any surplus will likely be used to cover unanticipated construction costs and to purchase land for future schools and facilities. The law does not allow the school system to add additional projects that were not identified in the original SPLOST documents approved by voters in 2012. “We are trending in a very good position,” said Morales during his report to the Fulton School Board on April 16.

become clear there is a better solution.” Burke said basic upgrades, such as new carpet, will be made to the school to keep it in good shape until a decision is made on a rebuild. An administrative consolidation that will move the school system headquarters to North Fulton is still moving forward. The headquarters and the North Learning Center are on schedule to be completed before the end of this calendar year; the South Learning Center will be complete in winter 2015. “The really good news is we continue to be in a very strong position for executing [the capital program] according to plan, and our reserves will continue to increase as our revenues increase,” said Burke.

Junie Phillips Fagan, 91, of Cumming, passed away April 22, 2014. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home.

RZ14-02 To amend Chapter 64, Article IX Administrative Permits and Use Permits

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ever built on it, causing the zoning to revert to its original zoning of office-professional. “We love the location because it is walkable,” Stolz said. “A lot of stuff going on in Alpharetta is perfect for this concept. We have done four realtor focus groups on this, and they have been very bullish on the depth of demand on this. “There is nothing like this in this area,” he said. Stolz has developed similar projects in Midtown, however these were projects with 60 or more units. The Milton

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project only has six. “We have not done anything this small,” he said. The new development would be required to take part in a study determining levels of silt in the pond nearby, and they would also have to help pay for the upkeep along with neighboring homeowners’ associations. The condos were approved by unanimous agreement.

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Abdel Malak Barsoum, 88, of Woodstock, passed away April 24, 2014. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

RZ14-01 To amend Chapter 64, Article I, Section 64-1 Definitions

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candy@northfulton.com ATLANTA – An improving economy could be a huge boon to revenues collected for the special purpose local option sales tax (SPLOST) for the Fulton County School System (FCSS) through its current five-year cycle. Based on projections by a local economist, school officials anticipate a $60 million increase over initial projections made in 2012. The current SPLOST, which is the fourth renewal of the one-cent sales tax to fund education initiatives, ends in June 2017. Robert Morales, chief financial officer for FCSS, said the initial SPLOST projections of $742.5 million over the five-year period were purposely conservative given the economic picture at the time. Based on current revenue

Gene L. Austin, 72, of Roswell, passed away April 24, 2014. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

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Max Koch, 91, of Duluth, passed away April 22, 2014. Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home. Mary Jane Lipp, 78, of Blairsville, passed away April 20, 2014. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

Donald Gardner, 69, of Flowery Branch, passed away April 22, 2014. Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home. Paul Bennett Goddard, Jr., 68, of Norcross, passed away April 29, 2014. Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home.

Alfred Meador, 78, of Alpharetta, passed away April 27, 2014. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

Margaret Eileen Owens Mion, 63, passed away April 23, 2014. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery. Margaret Campbell Newland, 75, passed away April 10, 2014. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery. Thomas Fingal Nicolson, 86, of Cumming, passed away April 23, 2014. Arrangements by McDonald and Son Funeral Home.

Kamal Farid Sidhom, 86, of Suwanee, passed away April 26, 2014. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

Krista Marie Springs, 26, passed away April 20, 2014. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

Barbara Sue Tucker Westbrook, 80, of Milton, passed away April 25, 2014. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

Sarra Pevzner, 96, passed away April 11, 2014. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery. Karen Darlene Pickett, 54, passed away April 03, 2014. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery. Gussie Teresa Scott, 86, passed away April 22, 2014. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

Ingrid Maria Westman, 91, of Alpharetta, passed away April 27, 2014. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors. Cornelius Wichser, 98, of Roswell, passed away April 27, 2014. Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home. Linda Elyse Yanulavich, 61, passed away April 20. 2014. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

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