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Teen travels to India to help others Sravya Ambadipudi stands with a young girl, one of the many friends she made on a mission trip to India. Sravya traveled alone to work with a volunteer group helping the children of a remote village become the first in their families to get an education. Read more, Pages 14 – 15.

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that night in the area. The fire department had been brought in to investigate then but found nothing. “No concerns, nobody was trying to hurt, no danger to anybody,” said Public Safety Director John Robison. Police still took the device elsewhere to safely detonate it away from other people. Robinson said they were still investigating, so no charges have been filed yet. He added that the police take such incidents seriously and investigate each one.

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Drive, Kennesaw, was arrested Aug. 21 on Webb Bridge Road, Alpharetta, for possession of marijuana and having alcohol in a park. ►► James Evan Elling, 28, of Manning Drive, Alpharetta, was arrested Aug. 22 on Manning Drive, Alpharetta, for possession of heroin, possession of Mustang zoom by. Even at 110 mph, police had a hard time catching up with the two cars. Eventually, the Mustang slowed down but the Altima continued to speed away. Police pursued the Altima and pulled it over. The driver, Joy Ojehomon of Roswell, said she was not racing but speeding to get to her child’s school to drop off a paper before the end of the day. She was arrested for racing on a highway, reckless driving first offense and speeding. The officer said that he did not pursue or charge the Mustang driver because he was the only officer in pursuit and could only stop one vehicle.

marijuana, two counts of possession of Schedule II drugs and possession of drug-related objects. ►► Michael Bowen, 31 of Avonlea Place, Woodstock, was arrested Aug. 24 on Holcomb Bridge Road, Johns Creek, for possession of opioids. ►► Anthony Alain Rousseau, 27, of Hillgate Crossing, Johns Creek, was arrested Aug. 11 on Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell, for possession of marijuana, violation of permit driving conditions and for being a wanted man. ►► Cedric Cronell Jefferson, 32, of Indian Creek Drive, Stone Mountain, was arrested Aug. 17 for possession of methamphetamine. ►► Gerald Edward Bethea, 32, of Monterey Parkway, Atlanta, was arrested Aug. 20 on Old Dogwood Road, Roswell, for possession of marijuana with intent to distribute.

Fake $100 bill turns up at local restaurant FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — A $100 bill, printed with “for motion picture use only,” was cashed Aug. 20 at a local restaurant. The 21-year-old waitress said her friend contacted her asking if she could get change for a $100 bill and bring it to the parking lot of the restaurant. She did the exchange and said she didn’t know the bill was fake. She said she barely knows the friend. No cameras were in the area of the exchange, but she said the exchange occurred in a black SUV. She had the phone number of her friend, but her phone was dead.

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Municipal workers often cannot afford costs in North Fulton By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appenmediagroup.com JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – The average home price in Johns Creek is $390,000 (according to the Zillow Home Value Index), out of reach for many of its city employees. Yet the city manages to attract and retain above-average employees. How does the city do it? North Fulton is home to Alpharetta, Johns Creek, Roswell and Milton – four cities that are dominate “Top 10 or 20” lists nationally and statewide for various quality-of-life standards. But with the high cost of living – driven by highend neighborhoods, quality schools and low crime – these cities naturally command high home values. Even affordable housing is at a premium, so city employees, teachers, medical technicians and other skilled personnel can be in short supply for communities like these. These factors weigh on municipal employees’ recruitment. Johns Creek had to take an especially aggressive approach from the start when it incorporated in 2006. City Manager Warren Hutmacher said it was vision of the elected officials from the beginning to recruit aggressively for highly motivated professionals. “There really is no secret or magic formula to building a high quality organization,” said Hutmacher. “You have to make it a focused priority, and this is exactly what Johns Creek has done since incorporation in 2006. Each City Council in the history of Johns Creek has recognized that it is not enough to build a great organization and expect it to remain on top.” A successful staffing plan also has to be properly resourced, Hutmacher added. The City Council, city staff and

public safety departments work closely each year to identify the latest technologies and other resources needed to keep public safety personnel on the leading edge of their respective fields. “Our chiefs [Police HUTMACHER Chief Ed Densmore and Fire Chief Jeff Hogan] created and sustained a culture of professionalism and respect,” Hutmacher said. “It took a focus on education and training with the elected officials sustaining and providing resources year after year.” Police Chief Densmore, with the City Council’s backing, made it a priority to get accredited through the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies. It tells a recruit this department meets the highest standards. It encourages dedicated officers this is a professional organization and discourages officers who don’t want to put in the extra effort. Fire Chief Hogan says the city does not have a lot of inducements to offer firefighters. In fact they all live outside the city. The city is aggressive in matching “the going rate” for salaries and benefits, but Hogan said he gets top recruits based on the department’s reputation for professionalism. “I’m sure it is the same with Chief Densmore’s [police] department. What we hear from recruits is ‘I’ve always wanted to work here ever since Johns Creek started.’ And we didn’t just go hire the guy with 15 years of experience and nothing else on his resume. We would look at the guy with three to five years who was outstanding with his current employer.” The city does pay a housing stipend to police officers living in the city if they are willing to drive their police cruiser home and park it in the driveway. But it is not so much a hiring inducement as it is an inducement for officers to

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JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – Corporate executive Alex Marchetti said he is running for the seat held by Mike Bodker, the city’s first and only mayor since its 2006 incorporation. “My passion is to represent the residents MARCHETTI with honest, open communications and accountable leadership,” Marchetti said. “We are at a critical time in the growth and development of Johns Creek and I want to ensure the mayor and the City Council work together to advance the vision of its residents.”

Marchetti said he will lead the city with integrity, common sense and fiscal responsibility with a focus on: • Integrity • Implementation of term limits • Preserve land usage for parks and green space • Effective communication channels with residents and businesses • Common sense • Listen to residents for fresh, resident-driven perspectives • Control of high-density development • Traffic – finding collaborative solutions • Fiscal responsibility • Thorough review of all contracts • Responsible spending • Review of business taxes. “My commitment to you is, I will listen and act on the wishes and needs of the residents of Johns Creek,” Marchetti said

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Yang vows to tackle traffic, taxes, term limits JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – Issure Yang, both a lacrosse mom and an independent consultant, is running for City Council Post 1 to “make sure residents’ voices are heard.” An area resident since 1989, Yang says YANG she can bring a fresh perspective to the City Council. “Three T’s plague our city today,” she said. “Traffic, taxes and term limits.” Yang says traffic should be addressed taking advantage of the technology available instead of “forcing expensive solutions that may permanently change the appearance of the city.” She will insist on no tax increases while looking for additional areas to save money. Yang said she wants to institute term limits also. “It is my desire to serve the residents and not myself. Many times those who stay too long lose the vision of the residents and often serve themselves,” she said. Other issues Yang wants to pursue include: • A moratorium on development to resolve traffic issues first • Ethics reform to guard against potential conflicts of interest • Improved communication between government and community with more community involvement “Our city government needs better

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for mayor, council communication and increased community involvement,” she said. “Area residents must be informed of activities such as construction, public works projects that could affect them — optimally, prior to commencement, not after.”

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Zaprowski geared up for second term JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – Dr. Lenny Zaprowski will seek a second term for Johns Creek City Council Post 1 with the pledge he will not seek a third term. He also pledges to vote in favor of term limits. ZAPROWSKI “When I decided to run four years ago, the City Council was in disarray. Since then, we have managed to improve our relationships among ourselves and with our sister cities,” Zaprowski said. In the four years on City Council Zaprowski said many good things have occurred in the city: • Lowering of millage rates for the first time • Cutting the operating expenses every year and by over $1million the last two years • Transparency in government by streaming city meetings and implementing the Open Checkbook where residents can review all financial transactions • Purchase of 200 acres of park land/ greenspace • Repaving neighborhood streets. • 10-year financial plan helping to result in an AAA-plus bond rating. • Rankings of safest city and exceptional place to live “I listened to the voters and tried to get them involved in the city. I believe I have lived up to these promises,” he said.

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Horton vows to protect Johns Creek JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – Post 3 candidate and business owner Vicki Horton says her 25 years’ experience in community and economic development will help the City of Johns Creek successfully address the imHORTON portant issues: traffic, overdevelopment, protection of property values, and preservation of green space. “I have worked with many communities across the country and have a clear idea how effective city councils work” she said. “In Johns Creek, we need to find a better way to involve the community, improve communication and build trust in our local government. Right now people are frustrated and feel their concerns are not being heard.” She said the more transparent government is, the more people will engage in the process of creating a unified vision for Johns Creek. “Then we can work together on strategic, effective solutions that are sustainable for the long run.” For Horton that means: • Finding low impact, effective solutions that improve the traffic flow before widening the roads. • Preserving city green spaces by investing parks bond money to serve the best interests of all residents. • Cutting wasteful government spending and eliminating unnecessary taxes for residents and businesses. • Opposing overdevelopment in the community. “In short, we need to protect our assets while preparing for the future,” Horton said.

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Venco seeks to engage residents JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – Citizens Advisory Committee member and former J.C.C.A. board member, Mark Venco, announced his candidacy for City Council – Post 3. As a Republican, Venco says he believes VENCO in lower taxes and limited government meant to serve the community. With 25 years of corporate management experience, Venco’s focus is to move away from the “rhetoric talk” and create dialogue with residents at a “residential node” level addressing specific issues in homeowners’ backyards. “Residents are frustrated, having no voice regarding projects in their local area,” he said. “We need to change the process. Other candidates talk in generalities but rarely come up with speciﬁc ideas. I was taught if you bring up a problem bring a solution.” Venco said he wants to drill down on local issues. “It makes little sense that a person living in St. Ives could affect a project in Shakerag or Newtown,” he said. “My proposal is to geographically break down the city into 11 residential nodes. Each is represented by a committee of homeowners and a City Council member, allowing homeowners a greater voice regarding issues in their backyards. This is Project Management 101, a piecemeal approach with individual teams, with a vested interest, achieving better results.” Venco says by changing the city’s approach, homeowners are involved and affect changes that residents desire within their backyards.

POST 5:

Jackson seeks end to council divisiveness JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – Business owner Chris Jackson has announced his candidacy for Johns Creek City Council Post 5 calling for greater cooperation among council members to solve city problems. JACKSON Jackson is owner of a local stafﬁng ﬁrm that focuses on permanent placement to the travel and hospitality technology industries. He and his wife are the parents of five children who range in age from 8 to 21. He said he is running to focus on five major areas of concern for the city:

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• Traffic, traffic and traffic • Enhance parks and greenspaces • Develop a smart growth plan • Remove impediments to attracting and retaining businesses • Alleviate the tax burden on homeowners • Protect the character of the community • Keep a check on spending Jackson said Johns Creek is at a critical maturation point. “To deal with that, we need leaders who can work together to solve the problems that we currently face,” he said. “And, like so many, I’ve had enough with the divisiveness on the council that has seeped into our communities. “I know how to work with people and get my point across without being negative. Most importantly, I know can get the job done.”

POST 5:

Endres vows vigilance on taxes, spending JOHNS CREEK, GA – Incumbent Post 5 Councilwoman Stephanie Endres will seek re-election vowing to keep a close eye on taxes and spending. “I kept my promises to reduce the millage rate, streamline business taxes, increase transparency of finan-

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cial data, address traffic congestion, and effectively advocate for the residents’ desire to preserve our premier residential bedroom community,” said Endres, a certified public accountant. Among her accomENDRES plishments Endres: • Co-led the effort to reduce the millage rate – the first reduction in the city’s history. • Led the effort to provide citywide support to the Fulton County Commission to roll back the 2017 residential property assessments to 2016 levels. • Brought residents and city staff together for better engagement and communication related to individual resident concerns, neighborhood/HOA concerns and overall citywide issues. If re-elected, Endres said she will continue to advocate for all residents to preserve the residential community, reform taxes for equitable solutions and continue to work on well planned congestion relief. “The campaign has strong volunteer support, is well funded and I am excited to start knocking on doors again. The best part of the campaign is connecting with my neighbors,” Endres said.

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Local teens host Camp Awesome JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Johns Creek area teens Hunter Rutledge and Garrett McLoughlin held their 10th Camp Awesome this August. This year they dedicated the camp to helping less fortunate children by collecting backpacks and school supplies for Blessings in a Backpack. They also added a junior counselor program which invited previous campers who have aged out of attending the camp to come back as counselors. This summer’s Camp Awesome had more campers than the two have ever had, and in the words of many campers and their parents it was “the best one yet.” The boys, who are now juniors in high school, plan to host at least one more camp next summer, and some of the campers have already asked to take on the role of counselors when the graduate high school.

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Calendar & City Events SEPTEMBER 7

Zoning Public Participation Meeting 12000 Findley Road, 3rd Flr. 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Board of Zoning Appeals 12000 Findley Road, 3rd Flr. 7 p.m.

Pup-a-Palooza Newtown Park - Amphitheater 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Big Green Egg BBQ Battle Police vs. Fire Newtown Park - Amphitheater 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.

City Council Work Session 12000 Findley Road, 3rd Flr. 5 p.m.

Free Outdoor Fitness - Barless Barre Autrey Mill Nature Center 9 a.m.

September 11 Commemoration Newtown Park - Amphitheater 10 a.m. City Council Work Session 12000 Findley Road, 3rd Flr. 5 p.m. City Council Meeting 12000 Findley Road, 3rd Flr. 8 p.m.

Convention & Visitors Bureau 12000 Findley Road, 3rd Flr. 9 a.m. Public Art Board Meeting 12000 Findley Road, 3rd Flr. 7 p.m.

Adaptive Rec: Dance Under the Stars Newtown Park - Amphitheater 6:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.

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New Temporary City Hall Opens 10700 Abbotts Bridge Rd, Suite 190

City Council Meeting 12000 Findley Road, 3rd Flr. 7 p.m.

Arts and Culture Board Meeting 10700 Abbotts Bridge Rd, Suite 190 6 p.m.

Johns Creek City Hall is moving, Monday, Sept. 18, into its temporary City Hall at 10700 Abbotts Bridge Road, Suite 190. For a complete list of events, meetings and classes please visit: www.johnscreekga.gov/calendar

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pices of an Indian-American nonprofit volunteer agency V.T. Seva (Volunteering Together for Service). “Seva is Sanskrit for ‘service.’ I heard about it, and went online to learn more about it,” she said. “In America, we take education for granted. I wanted to see how education changes lives.” Her father was proud of his daughter for taking this trip over the summer. “She went alone. We were in contact with her until she reached Hyderabad. Then for two weeks we could not contact her,” he said. “We were worried, but we trusted the organization.” Sravya said she knows “only a little” about India. She has been in its cities but knew almost nothing about life outside them. That included the food, which was far spicier than anything she was used to. “I thought my mom’s food was spicy,” she said. Once she reached the village, she found a world she had not seen before. The first school in the village was already operating and already changing the lives of the people there. Not surprisingly, Sravya was asked to teach English classes at the school. “VT Seva is a lot like Habitat for Humanity in that it is focused on volun-

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Children play an enthusiastic game of “khokho” after school – a popular sport for boys. teering and bringing facilities to people that they don’t have and raise the people’s standards of living,” she said. She was impressed with the students she saw – from ages 3 to 15. They were disciplined and sincere. They truly valued the education they were getting – as did their parents who understood education is a path to a better life. “You could see how education already has changed their lives in a very

positive way,” Sravya said. Her days started at 4 a.m. At 4:30 was yoga; 5:30-6 prayer; 6-7:30 shower, dress; 7:30 breakfast; 8:15 school begins. Sravya said she left India after two weeks with a different perspective both of India and America. “I have a new respect for village people. I saw kids who did not have nearly so much as we do here,” she said. “Yet

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Sravya Ambadipudi stands with some of her new-found student/friends in the village where she volunteered this summer. they were still happy and were not afraid. They work hard and respect each other. I have a new perspective. I am happy with all that I have.” Sravya wants to become a doctor and return to India every year as a way to give to the community for all of the blessings she has received. But service is not new to Sravya. She has volunteered at Grady and

Emory hospitals and Children’s Healthcare at Satellite Boulevard. She has worked with Habitat for Humanity. Her voluntarism has also brought Sravya recognition. She has been awarded the Presidential Silver Medal for Volunteering and Education as well as the Congressional Gold Certificate for voluntarism, personal development, exploration and expedition.

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Alpharetta’s St. James celebrates 150 years United Methodist congregation plans weeklong events By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. – For as long as Alpharetta has been a city, the flock associated with St. James United Methodist Church has been spreading the word in the community. Founded by former slaves in 1867 as the Alpharetta Colored Methodist Church, the congregation is celebrating its 150th anniversary this week with an array of church and community events. St. James is the largest predominantly African-American church in the area, and its numbers continue to grow, said Senior Pastor the Rev. Dr. Michael T. McQueen. The church has undergone numerous iterations over its long history. Its first location was at 109 Cumming St., but as its membership grew and different divisions within the Methodist Church merged, the local Colored Methodists formed to build a new facility on Kimball Bridge Road in 1968.

That location served the congregation for close to 40 years until the current church, located on Webb Bridge Road, was constructed. Today, St. James UMC boasts a membership of close to 3,700, and McQueen said plans are in the works to expand the facility with a new sanctuary. But numbers alone have not defined the church, McQueen said. The congregation is noted equally for its community involvement and message of inclusion for all races and beliefs. “We model ourselves after what the kingdom of God looks like,” McQueen said. “I believe heaven will model that same diversity.” That diversity was on display a year ago when St. James sought to quell tensions after a series of police-involved shootings across the country left the African-American community reeling. The church hosted its second Community Reconciliation and Hope Service, drawing a crowd of close to 200 people of all nationalities and walks of life. The meeting featured dialog between members of the community and local police, corrections and city leaders. That diversity is on display each November when St. James hosts its annual Thanksgiving Ecumenical Service,

View the full list of St. James UMC 150th Anniversary events online at NorthFulton.com. inviting people of all faiths to join in worship. It is on display each January when the sanctuary fills for Martin Luther King Day services, then empties out to march down Academy Street to rally at City Hall. “One way to avoid [the recent violence in] Charlottesville is to work together, pray together so you can break down barriers,” McQueen said. “Our mission is to embrace, equip and empower people to go make disciples for Jesus Christ.” At an Aug.28 City Council ceremony recognizing the church’s contribution to the community, Alpharetta Mayor David Belle Isle presented the pastor with a proclamation honoring the long history and accomplishments the congregation has made to spread the word of inclusion into the fabric of the city. Reflecting on that ceremony, McQueen said he is pleased with the re-

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The Rev. Dr. Michael T. McQueen, senior pastor at St. James United Methodist Church, is leading his congregation in celebrating 150 years of promoting inclusiveness in the Alpharetta area.

lationship the church has with the city and its Public Safety Department. “I feel the church plays a critical role in the success of Alpharetta to exemplify the best of what Alpharetta can be in regard to inclusiveness,” he said.

NOTICE OF CURRENT 2017 TAX DIGEST AND HISTORY OF LEVY The City of Johns Creek does hereby announce the millage rate will be set at a meeting to be held at Johns Creek City Hall, 12000 Findley Road, Ste 300, Johns Creek, GA 30097 on Monday, September 25, 2017 at 7:00pm and pursuant to O.C.G.A § 48-5-32 hereby publishes it’s current year’s tax digest along with the history of the tax digest and levy for the past five years. Description

2012

2013

2014

2015

2016

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Real & Personal

3,769,838,987 $

3,678,210,672 $

3,874,517,771 $

4,286,929,341 $

4,430,021,904 $

4,514,817,490

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246,471,400 $

276,044,730 $

238,200,610 $

172,426,560 $

120,279,250 $

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Timber - 100%

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4,016,310,387 $

3,954,255,402 $

4,112,718,381 $

4,459,355,901 $

4,550,341,954 $

4,597,067,770

Less M & O Exemptions

390,804,326 $

390,281,164 $

406,614,154 $

468,565,019 $

478,367,406 $

471,087,454

Net M & O Digest

3,625,506,061 $

3,563,974,238 $

3,706,104,227 $

3,990,790,882 $

4,071,974,548 $

4,125,980,316

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9.279

9.005

9.345

9.481

9.221

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4.665

4.391

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4.861

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4.360

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$ 16,728,085

Net Taxes $ Increase

Net Taxes % Increase

$ 16,444,177

$ 17,099,965

$ 18,413,509

$ 17,753,809

$ 17,989,274

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(283,908) $

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Fulton Schools still waiting for more than 1,400 students Actual enrollment below projected numbers; increases expected By CANDY WAYLOCK candy@appenmediagroup.com NORTH FULTON, Ga. – Schools across Fulton County are still waiting for a surge in students after Labor Day, with enrollment after the first two weeks coming in at 1,430 students below projected numbers. Fulton School officials say the numbers tend to rise after the first holiday of the school year when students from other parts of the country accustomed to later start dates come into Fulton Schools. While this trend is most often seen in South Fulton schools, increased numbers after the first two weeks occurs system-wide. “Looking at the 10-day report, we are under what we projected but that’s not uncommon,” said Susan Hale, Fulton Schools’ spokesperson. “We traditionally experience a surge in enrollment after Labor Day.”

School planners had projected 96,676 students for the 2017-18 school year; the 10-day count came in at 95,246. That total retains Fulton School System as the state’s fourth largest, behind Gwinnett, Cobb and DeKalb. The lower student numbers were seen across the system and through all grade levels, including high schools in North Fulton where parents had feared the projections were way too low. Most area high schools came in below or near projected numbers, which could be an issue if the post-Labor Day surge occurs. As anticipated, elementary numbers in North Fulton continue to fall – a combination of lower birth rates and housing prices moving beyond the reach of young families. In the 30 elementary schools in North Fulton, actual enrollment was 165 students below projections, with wide swings seen throughout the area. At Vickery Mills Elementary in Roswell, two-week enrollment was 76 students below projections; at Lake Windward the numbers came in 44 students above forecast. At the 12 area middle schools, en-

City of Johns Creek Notice of Property Tax Hearings (Millage Rate) The City of Johns Creek announces it is currently in the process of establishing its 2017 millage rate. The City, incorporated in December 1, 2006 has published their Five-Year History of its Tax Digest, Property Revenues and Millage Rate as required. Before the City of Johns Creek sets the final millage rate for 2017, Georgia law requires a public hearing(s) to be held to allow the public an opportunity to express their opinions on this tax increase. All concerned citizens are invited to attend and participate in the Public Hearings which will be held in the Council Chambers at Johns Creek City Hall which is located at 12000 Findley Road, Suite 300, Johns Creek, Georgia 30097 at the following dates and times: »First Public Hearing

Monday, September 11, 2017 at 8:00pm

»Second Public Hearing Monday, September 25, 2017 at 11:30am »Third Public Hearing

Monday, September 25, 2017 at 6:30pm

Action to adopt the final millage rate for 2017 is scheduled to take place at the Council Meeting on September 25, 2017 which begins at 7:00pm.

Looking at the 10-day report, we are under what we projected but that’s not uncommon. We traditionally experience a surge in enrollment after Labor Day.” SUSAN HALE Fulton Schools’ spokesperson rollment was 165 students below projections, with only Taylor Road Middle seeing significantly more students than expected with 24 over forecast. The area’s newest school, FAST Charter School continues to thrive with full enrollment in all grades from kindergarten through 8th, in only its second year. Hale said the school year began with 100 teacher vacancies across the system, primarily in the hard-to-staff areas

of STEM and Special Education. But lower student enrollment may mitigate some of those openings as the system continues to fill vacancies. “We are still working through the 10-day count to determine where we need to adjust our staffing,” said Hale. “We will know later how our vacancy counts are affected.” Fulton Schools hired nearly 800 new teachers for 2017-2018, bringing the total teaching force to about 6,800.

PRESS RELEASE CITY OF JOHNS CREEK NOTICE OF PROPERTY TAX HEARINGS The City of Johns Creek announces it is currently in the process of establishing its 2017 millage rate. The City, incorporated in December 1, 2006 has published their Five-Year History of its Tax Digest, Property Revenues and Millage Rate. Each year, the Board of Tax Assessors is required to review the assessed value of taxable property in the County. When the trends of prices on properties that have recently sold in the County indicate there has been an increase in the fair market value of any specific property, the Board of Tax Assessors is required by law to re-determine the value of such property and adjust the assessment. This is called a reassessment. The City of Johns Creek has incurred negative reassessments and the effect is a 0.23% decrease for 2017. Before the City of Johns Creek sets the final millage rate for 2017, Georgia law requires public hearings to be held to allow the public an opportunity to express their opinions on this tax increase. All concerned citizens are invited to attend and participate in the public hearings which will be held at Johns Creek City Hall, Council Chambers located at 12000 Findley Road, Suite 300, Johns Creek, Georgia 30097 at the following dates and times: • • •

First Public Hearing Monday, September 11, 2017 at 8:00pm Second Public Hearing Monday, September 25, 2017 at 11:30pm Third Public Hearing Monday, September 25, 2017 at 6:30pm

Action to adopt the final millage rate for 2017 is scheduled to take place during the Council Meeting on Monday, September 25, 2017 which begins at 7:00pm.

It shows others they can come in and it’s diverse here. Georgia has a great climate for international business. DOUG COLLINS, U.S. Representative 18 | Johns Creek Herald | September 7, 2017

Rep. Collins talks healthcare, Lake Lanier, mental health By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — U.S. Rep. Doug Collins, who represents parts of Forsyth County and Gainesville, stopped by the Cumming-Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce International Engagement breakfast Aug. 30 to talk about local and national issues. “The international footprint here in Forsyth County is great,” Collins said. “It shows others they can come in and it’s diverse here. Georgia has a great climate for international business.” One of the most talked about issues across the nation is healthcare, Collins said. “My hope is healthcare isn’t dead,” Collins said. “The bottom line is what happened in the Senate a few weeks ago, when it didn’t vote on the last measure to send it to Congress, did not kill the bill. It just killed the process.” Most people thought the process had to start over, but Collins said it wasn’t moving forward at that point in time. “It didn’t fix the problem,” Collins said. “I defended it all summer at town halls and was not the most popular person in the room by any count. For people wanting to keep the current system, my question back was always, ‘what do you want to keep in healthcare that’s already there?’” There are four providers in the state of Georgia currently, but almost 90 percent of the state’s counties are represented by one provider, which often is not accepted by doctors, he said. “At the end of the day, you don’t have an insurance plan and you’re still having the same problems we’ve

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developed over time,” Collins said. “It’s a system that’s going in on itself.” For the future, Collins said they’re still pushing for a system that will provide relief. On a more local level, Collins addressed issues with Lake Lanier. “What matters to me is the northeast Georgia area including Lake Lanier,” Collins said. “We made a commitment to engage the Army Corps of Engineers. Without any public input, they decided they’d ban irrigation. We went to them, confronted them and we won. The [Army Corps] general actually called me saying they were removing it.” Collins also said he’s heard plenty about the antiquated system the Corps uses for dock permitting. He said some people have been fired because of the procedure. “I’ve advocated for firings,” he said. “There needs to be more because it’s ridiculous what’s happening. We’re working with the homeowners and get people calling us all the time. We’re able to get this process going.” Mental health in the county was another issue brought up. Collins said a piece of legislation has passed on the Criminal Health and Mental Justice Act. “One of the issues is how do you know if you’re coming up on somebody who’s just belligerent toward the police and want to react, or are they dealing with a mental or substance abuse issue?” Collins said. “Our bill gives more money so we can begin the process of letting officials and officers be able to identify that.” He also said they are working on issues related to jails such as many

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and surrounding communities, the people who are overdosing break those stereotypes. “I’ve toured almost every jail in my district,” Collins said. “Most people think of people in jail who did something wrong and that’s true. But when you have 35 to 45 percent of your local prison population with either an addiction or mental health condition, this is a money and moral issue. We’re spending too much money to keep them in jail and a moral issue because these folks need their medicine.”

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Beltline creator sets sights on Buford Highway

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There isn’t much doubt about it, most people will finally agree that there are really great restaurants throughout the Metro Atlanta area. Growing up in Roswell, it seemed that transplanted New Yorker’s loved to complain about

the food. The Italian food was boring, there were no good bagels, and forget about finding a good Chinese restaurant. Well nowadays, I don’t hear that kind of talk. Folks are pretty fat and happy in Atlanta. Chefs have grown more and more creative — creative in a way that draws people consistently into their restaurants. Different parts of the metro area are developing their own styles, too. Canton Street in Roswell has more great restaurants per square foot than maybe anywhere else in the metro area, all serving out of buildings first built in the late 1800s. Alpharetta’s restaurants are a bit more spread out and refined, but fantastic. Ponce City Market in Atlanta has its food court packed with several unique and great restaurants where most of the seating is stretched along barstools. Perhaps the most unique area walks a thin line between being considered under the radar here in Atlanta, and well-known among chef circles outside of Atlanta. It is Buford Highway. Written up in Bon Appetit, this 7-mile stretch of road heading north from I-285 was called a “United Nations of restaurants.” In this stretch of road you can get Vietnamese, Korean, Chinese, Indian, Somali, Mexican, combinations of those, and many other types of food.

The Beltline has become one of the most successful redevelopment ideas of our time anywhere in the country and has transformed every community it runs through. Some of you might think that you’ve got Vietnamese, Chinese and Mexican restaurants close to your home. But the difference here is that these restaurants cook their food as if they are serving not Americans, but people from their home countries. It has developed a serious “it” factor. So much so that when Anthony Bourdain, a king of cool, brought his show to Atlanta, he spent a lot of time eating in and complimenting restaurants there. To the eye, this stretch of road is probably not the most inviting. These great restaurants are scattered throughout strip malls that were built during a time when we had little ability for urban planning. But that could be about to change. One of Atlanta’s kings of cool, Ryan Gravel, is setting his sights on Buford Highway. If you do not know, Gravel conceptualized the idea of The Beltline while a student at Georgia Tech, and then worked as a planner to make it a reality. The Beltline has become one of the most successful redevelopment ideas of our time anywhere in the country and has transformed every community it runs through. He left The Beltline project because he thought they were getting away from his idea to incorporate more affordable, lower-income workforce housing. According to news accounts, Gravel

created a nonprofit called Generator. Its mission is to be an “idea studio… committed to the production of ideas about cities that nobody is asking for.” His first Generator workshop will be a School of Design class at Georgia Tech that will focus on Buford Highway. According to the article, he finds this area interesting because it deals with a lot of issues prevalent throughout the country. There is a large immigrant population there, and he sees this as a way to create a solution for suburban immigrant populations throughout the country. They are going to look at different transit options and different ways to move people around. His design principals will go much deeper than transit and affordable housing options. He wants to create ways to force people to interact and “love” each other more. In today’s political climate, you can’t argue with that. Geoff Smith is a mortgage banker with Assurance Financial focusing on residential home loans for refinances and home purchases. Geoff Smith gsmith@lendtheway.com 770-674-1433 Personal: NMLS#104587 Business: NMLS#70876 *The views and opinions expressed in this column do not necessarily reflect the views of Assurance Financial Group

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CALENDAR FIRST RESPONDERS BARBECUE

GRILLING AND GRIDIRON TAILGATE PARTY

Join the tailgate party on the first day of SEC conference, Sept. 9 from 3:30-8 p.m., and play as Southern football traditions combine in support of the Lionheart School. The fundraiser will take place in downtown Alpharetta and feature cooking competitions between many well-known restaurants, community groups and families. A giant LED screen will broadcast multiple SEC matchups. Tasting tickets are $20 per person, kids under 12 taste for free. For more information, visit thelionheartschool.com. Looking to get the word out about your event? Submit it to our online calendar at NorthFulton.com/Calendar.

9/11 CEREMONIES:

9/11 TRIBUTE

What: The City of Roswell and the Roswell Rotary Club will honor those lost and injured during the Sept. 11 attacks in tribute. Retired Brigadier General Lawrence Dudney, Jr who was working at the Pentagon when the aircraft struck will be the guest speaker. When: Monday, Sept. 11, 8:30 a.m. Where: Mike Gann 9/11 Memorial, Roswell Area Park, 10495 Woodstock Road, Roswell More info: roswellgov.com

MILTON HIGH SCHOOL 9/11 MEMORIAL

What: Milton High School will come together with the community, fire and police officers to set up our annual memorial on the front lawn to honor the men and women who lost their lives. Bring flags. When: Monday, Sept. 11, 7:45 a.m. Where: Milton High School, 13025 Birmingham Hwy, Milton More info: breilly@gmail.com

SEPT. 11 COMMEMORATION

What: The free event will honor the service and sacrifices of first responders and will include a narration of the timeline of events from Sept. 11, 2001, from the perspective of first responders. When: Monday, Sept. 11, 10 a.m. Where: Mark Burkhalter Amphitheater at Newtown Park, 3150 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekga.gov

What: Enjoy a complementary home cooked barbeque lunch for first responders. Residents are preparing special “Morningside Thank You Goody Bags” as well. When: Wednesday, Sept. 13, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Where: Morningside of Alpahretta, 253 North Main St., Alpharetta More info: fivestarseniorliving.com

FARMERS MARKETS, FOOD TRUCKS: What: Alpharetta’s weekly gathering returns on Old Roswell Street with rotating food trucks and music each week. Six to eight food trucks from the Atlanta area will come out to help kick off the weekend early. When: Thursdays, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Where: Old Roswell Street in Alpharetta’s historic district More info: awesomealpharetta.com

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FREE FITNESS IN THE PARK: YOGA

What: Join for a free group exercise class, weather permitting. This week’s class will focus on yoga. Check the City of Roswell’s Facebook page for weather cancellations. When: Saturday, Sept. 9, 9-10 a.m. Where: Town Square, 610 Atlanta St., Roswell More info: roswellgov.com

PUP-A-PALOOZA

What: Bring your dog to the Mark Burkhalter Amphitheater at for a celebration of all things dog. The event features live music, sketches, vendors, contests and free food. When: Saturday, Sept. 9, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Where: Newtown Park, 3150 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekga.gov

What: “Classic Nashville Roadshow” is a musical journey into the legends and songs that built Nashville into the capitol of country music. Jason Petty and Katie Deal host a two hour tribute to the true legends of Country Music. When: Saturday, Sept. 9, 3 and 8 p.m. Where: Cumming Playhouse, 101 School St., Cumming Cost: Tickets starting at $25 More info and tickets: playhousecumming.com

ALPHARETTA FOOD TRUCK ALLEY

What: The Alpharetta Farmers Market features fruits, vegetables, natural meats, fresh flowers and herbs, and a variety of home goods. When: Saturdays, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m., through Oct. 29 Where: Old Canton Street in downtown Alpharetta More info: alpharetta.ga.us

What: Tour the homes of the Southern Trilogy: Historic Home Museums of Roswell. Experience life in the 1800’s with demonstrations and hands-on activities at Barrington Hall, Bulloch Hall and Smith Plantation throughout the day. When: Friday, Sept. 8, all day Where: Smith Plantation, 935 Alpharetta St., Roswell More info: roswellgov.com

“CLASSIC NASHVILLE ROADSHOW”

What: Come by for a chance to enjoy locally produced vegetables, meat, baked goods, honey, soaps, flowers, art, woodworking and more. When: Wednesday and Saturdays, 6:30-10:30 a.m., through Sept. 30 Where: Cumming Fairgrounds, 235 Castleberry Road More info: cummingfarmersmarket.com

ROSWELL FARMERS & ARTISANS MARKET

What: The Roswell Farmers & Artisans Market offers fresh, local farm, ranch and artisan foods direct from producers, and much more. When: Saturdays, 8 a.m.–noon., through October Where: Roswell City Hall, 38 Hill St., Roswell More info: roswellfam.com

MUSIC, ARTS & THEATER: SCHOOLSCULPTURES WITH KEVIN REESE

What: Students of Vickery Mill Elementary School worked under the guidance of SchoolSculptures founder, Kevin Reese, in creating a one-of-a-kind mobile for their school in this exhibit. When: Through Oct. 31, times vary Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell More info: roswellgov.com

“ONCE ON THIS ISLAND”

What: Georgia Ensemble Theatre will start off its 25th Silver Anniversary Season party with a smash hit Broadway musical. Picture “The Lion King” and “The Little Mermaid” brought together with exhilarating Caribbean rhythms. When: Thursday, Sept. 14-30, times vary Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell More info and tickets: get.org

WALK ON THE WILD SIDE

What: Find out how different artists interpret a “walk on the wild side” at this gallery featuring works in several mediums, including oil, acrylics, watercolors, pastels and collages. Some art is for sale. When: Fridays and Saturdays, 10 a.m.1 p.m., through Sept. 18 Where: The Gallery, 9100 Fouts Road, Roswell More info: rfaa.org

LIBRARY EVENTS: DIABETES EDUCATION SELF-MANAGEMENT

What: A Certified DTTAC Lifestyle Coach and Certified Clinical Diabetes Educator will teach a free six week diabetes education self-management class. A light healthy snack will be served. When: Friday, Sept. 8, 4-5:30 p.m. Where: East Roswell Library, 2301 Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell More info: afpls.org

MOCK SAT EXAM

What: Register for a full-length, proctored mock SAT and afterwards you’ll get detailed results that highlight your strengths and areas for growth so that you can prepare for the real test as effectively as possible. When: Saturday, Sept. 9, 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Where: Northeast/Spruill Oaks Library, 9560 Spruill Road, Alpharetta More info and registration: afpls.org

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20TH ANNIVERSARY HARRY POTTER MARATHON

What: Come out and celebrate the 20th Anniversary of Harry Potter by coming to the Harry Potter Movie Matinee Marathon. Feel free to bring a snack and lunch. This week’s movie is “Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix.” When: Saturday, Sept. 9, 2-4 p.m. Where: East Roswell Library, 2301 Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell More info: afpls.org or 404-613-4050

YOUNG ARTISTS

What: In this workshop, teenagers will help teach younger kids how to use different styles of drawing. Programs subject to cancellation without prior notice. When: Saturday, Sept. 9, 4-5:30 p.m. Where: Ocee Library, 5090 Abbotts Bridge Road, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org

LEGO PLAY

What: Lego fans are invited to the library to build, create and have fun. The library provides the LEGOs. This is a self-guided activity and caregivers must stay in the room. When: Monday, Sept. 11, 3:30-5 p.m. Where: East Roswell Library, 2301 Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell More info: afpls.org

STORIES FOR SHORTIES

What: Join for stories, songs and finger plays in this free and open to the public gathering. For ages 0-5. When: Tuesday, Sept. 12, 1:30-11:10 a.m. Where: Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org

PET ADOPTIONS: FORSYTH COUNTY ANIMAL SHELTER What: Pet adoptions When: Tuesdays through Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Where: The Forsyth County Animal Shelter, 4065 County Way, Forsyth County More info: 678-965-7185

FULTON COUNTY ANIMAL SERVICES What: Pet adoptions When: Every Saturday and Sunday, noon-5 p.m. Where: PetSmart, 6370 North Point Parkway, Alpharetta Additional adoptions: Monday-Friday 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 11 a.m.-6 p.m. at Fulton County Animal Services, 860 Marietta Blvd. NW, Atlanta More info: 404-613-4958

Jeff Wright fishes for trout on the Chattahoochee at the Jones Bridge Unit.

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‘Hey! I got a little one!’ So I’m back on the Chattahoochee this week. This time I’m at the Jones Bridge Unit of the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area, and I’m going after (drum roll, please) STEVE HUDSON the smallest brown Get Outside Georgia, aa4bw@comcast.net trout I can find. No, not big ones – small ones. The smaller the better. Why small ones? Because catching tiny baby browns is proof positive that there are wild brown trout in the Hooch! Actually, that’s not news anymore. Folks have known for a long time that there’s a self-sustaining population of browns in the miles of river below Buford Dam and Morgan Falls, in what’s known as the “upper tailwater.” But I’m getting ahead of the story. Let me start at the beginning and with a question. Have browns always been in the Chattahoochee? No. In fact, that section of river would not support trout at all were it not for the construction of Buford Dam and Lake Lanier in the late 1950s. Some old-timers I’ve spoken to remember the pre-dam days and talk about fishing there in the 1930s and 40s, when it was a “warm” river, and catching catfish, bream and bass. But they did not catch trout, for the water was much too warm. The thing that turned it into a trout fishery was Lake Lanier. Water released from Buford Dam comes from the bottom of the lake and is really cold – usually around 50 degrees. But at first there were no trout there to enjoy it.

Where did the first tailwater trout come from? The story you hear is that by the early 1960s it was dawning on some area fishermen that this reframed river really did have trout potential. Local trout enthusiasts approached the state with the idea of a trout stocking program in the cold water below Buford Dam, but there does not seem to have been much interest. So they took another approach. Somewhere in there, 1962 is mentioned fairly often, those determined anglers pooled their money and acquired a load of rainbow trout fingerlings from a hatchery in North Carolina. The trout commandos quickly transported their finned cargo back to Georgia. Then, under cover of darkness, they eased up to the river one night and dumped ‘em into the river about a mile south of Old Jones Bridge. To make a long story short, the transplanted fish found their new digs to be ideal. They settled right in and started to grow – and a year later that section of river held a sizeable population of 12- to 14-inch fish. For a while, it’s said, the midnight stockers quietly enjoyed this secret trout fishery, keeping it pretty much to themselves. But eventually, seeing the success, the fisheries folks recognized the river’s potential. A stocking program developed, and as a result browns and rainbows alike were soon being stocked in the tailwater. They’ve been stocking trout in the tailwater since 1962, managing the rainbows (which don’t reproduce effectively in the river) as a put-and-take fishery. But what about browns? It turns out that brown trout do reproduce naturally in the river, and the result is a self-sustaining brown trout population that thrives there today. Today, no brown trout stocking is done; in fact,

browns have not been stocked between Buford Dam and Roswell Road since 2004. In other words, every brown you catch in the upper tailwater will be a wild, streamborn fish. I had a chance to fish that water last week with Jeff Wright, manager of Alpharetta Outfitters. Jeff was using big flies (“That’s what the big fish want,” he said) and focusing on places where big ones like to hang out – ledges, deep runs, blowdowns and the like. How big could a big one be? Browns of 15 inches or more appear regularly. In fact, the state record brown with a weight of 20 lb. 14 ounces was caught in the tailwater in 2014, and more big ones continue to turn up too. According to Georgia DNR several fish of more than 30 inches in length were caught in the tailwater during 2016. While Jeff was going for the big guys, I decided to see if I could catch a little one just so I could say from personal experience that baby browns really were there. So I rigged up with a tiny little midge emerger and started fishing the shallow runs. How’d I do? Well, I caught a bunch of brown trout in the 3- to 5-inch range. Three inches? Who gets excited about a 3-inch fish? I did! For even though I already knew it to be true, that tiny little trout was proof positive that the browns are thriving in the river – proof I could literally hold in the palm of my hand. Look for Steve Hudson’s new book, “CHATTAHOOCHEE TROUT: The Definitive Angler’s Guide,” later this month. Covering the river’s trout water from the mountains to inside I-285, it tells you everything you’ll need to know about fishing for trout in the Chattahoochee.

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Harry Johnson with EIFS & Stucco Inspections, Inc. is my usual stucco inspector I call when I have a stucco home to inspect. Harry only does stucco inspections and no repairs because he believes that would be a conflict of interest. Harry believes in the durability of stucco and if well-constructed and applied correctly it provides wonderful insulation for a home and beauty. I asked Harry to explain the difference between hard coat stucco and synthetic stucco also referred to as EIFS. According to Harry: There are primarily two types of stucco used in the Atlanta market – hard coat stucco and EIFS. In the residential market, both systems are primarily used on upscale housing, are considered low maintenance, weather resistant and durable. EIFS is very energy efficient whereas hard coat is impact resistant. Most issues are related to the lack of, or improper flashing and sealants which can lead to moisture intrusions and can be remedied by a contractor who

specialized in repairing these systems. Hard coat stucco consists of Portland cement, lime and sand mixed with water to make a cementitious mix. This mix is then troweled onto metal lath in typically three PATNEAU coats; scratch, brown and finish coats. The finish coast can be a manufactured finish by a synthetic manufacturer or paint. Hard coat is a dense system and when tapped makes a solid sound. Synthetic Stucco (EIFS) consists of an insulation board which is typically a l” white EPS foam in 2X4’ sheets, glued to an approved surface with a cementitious base coat. Once the foam is glued, it is sanded to remove imperfections in the wall and the surface is prepared for the base coat and fiber glass mesh. When the mesh is completely imbedded, a finish coat is applied. EIFS is a less dense system and when tapped makes a hollow sound.

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Stucco: Continued from Page 24 Thank you, Harry, for the information on the two types of stucco. Harry is always happy to provide helpful information for anyone who is concerned about a stucco home. I am always surprised that some buyers do not want a stucco home due to the negative reputation it can have but you need to know the facts. I personally own a synthetic stucco home. I have it inspected every 3-4 years and make the necessary repairs, if needed. I love the look of stucco homes, especially when combined with natural stone accents. Stucco has been around for many years and homes are still being built with it. When considering a home, give stucco a chance and always have an inspection done. Maintained and done properly, stucco will provide you with good insulation and a beautiful look.

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Cendoya’s 4 touchdowns leads Pisgah to victory By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com

shut out by Strong Rock Christian. King’s Ridge fell to 2-3 all-time against Strong Rock with the loss.

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Discovery 24, Pinecrest Academy 0 Pinecrest Academy couldn’t repeat its shocking win over Class 7A’s Discovery last year. The Paladins were shut out for the first time since a 52-0 loss to South Forsyth to open the 2016 season.

Mount Pisgah 35, Whitefield Academy 7 Mount Pisgah quarterback Jacob Cendoya threw two touchdowns passes and added two more rushing scores to power the Patriots to a lopsided win over region opponent Whitefield Academy. Cendoya scored his two rushing touchdowns and connected with Jacob Woodward for a 55-yard touchdown pass in the first half. Mount Pisgah’s defense stood tall against Whitefield’s offense, forcing multiple sacks and holding the Wolfpack to a single score.

St. Francis 7, North Cobb Christian 0 St. Francis needed a single score to earn the Knights’ first win of the season in a defensive struggle. Both teams combined for under 100 yards in the first half. Knights’ quarterback Sam Hines connected with receiver Isiah Wadworsth late in the second quarter for the game’s sole score. St. Francis put the game away with an interception and a batted pass in the end zone in the final minute to seal the win.

Strong Rock Christian 25, King’s Ridge 0 King’s Ridge fell to 1-1 after being

Class 6A Winder-Barrow 38, Northview 14 Northview fell to 0-2 to start its 2017 campaign after falling to Winder-Barrow Friday night. Winder-Barrow opened a 17-7 lead and scored 15 unanswered points before the half to cruise to a 38-14 win.

Class 7A Roswell 27, Central Gwinnett 21 (OT) Roswell must be getting used to overtime. The Hornets have now played three overtime periods in two games this season, but on Friday, they needed just one to improve to 1-1. The Black Knights led 14-7 at the half, but two unanswered scores from Roswell put the Hornets on top in the fourth. Central forced overtime with a

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Recap: Continued from Page 31 touchdown late in the fourth quarter. Roswell running back Kamonty Jett would seal the win with a rushing touchdown in overtime. River Ridge 7, Forsyth Central 0 Forsyth Central fell to 0-2 Friday night, failing to score for the fifth straight game dating back to last season. River Ridge’s offense entered the game having averaged 46 points per game over their opening two tilts. Though the Bulldogs’ defense allowed only a single score, their offense was unable to find the end zone. Collins Hill 24, Lambert 6 Collins Hill stymied Lambert’s offense Friday night, holding the Long-

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horns to two field goals from Bryce Christensen. Turnovers were also costly. The Eagles forced two interceptions, returning one for a touchdown. Lambert’s offense was held to just over 200 total yards, while Collins Hill put together two long drives on their way to a victory in the teams’ third straight meeting. Milton 24, Cambridge 6 Milton improved to 2-0 over crosstown rivals Cambridge with big performances from quarterback Jordan Yates and the Eagles’ defense. Each team had a blocked field goal in the first half, but a field goal and recovered onside-kick led to the Eagles opening a 10-0 lead at the half. Milton opened the third with a sustained touchdown drive to go up 17-0. Cambridge’s Matt McRee scored for the Bears, but Milton’s Solomon Vanhorse would score a rushing touchdown to put the game away in the fourth.

North Forsyth 24, Loganville 17 Loganville opened a 17-7 lead with a flurry of scoring midway through the second quarter, but North would hold the Red Devils scoreless the rest of the game. North quarterback Ben Bales compiled three touchdown passes, and a field goal in the fourth quarter would put the game away for the Raiders who improve to 2-1. South Forsyth 45, Centennial 14 South Forsyth blew out Centennial for the second straight year with a 4514 battering Friday night. The War Eagles put up all their points in the first half with Cal Morris throwing three touchdown passes and a Jaylen Pearson pick-six. South has started the season 3-0 with the Knights dropping to 0-2 to finish up their non-region schedule.

CITY OF JOHNS CREEK PUBLIC NOTICE Fiscal Year 2018 Budget 2nd PUBLIC HEARING The proposed FY2018 Budget was presented to the Council during their August 14, 2017 5:00pm Work Session. A presentation and PUBLIC HEARING regarding the 2018 Fiscal Year Proposed Budget was held on Monday, August 21, 2017. There will be a SECOND PUBLIC HEARING on the proposed FY2018 Budget on Monday, September 11, 2017 at 8:00 p.m. in conjunction with a regular Council Meeting. The Council will be considering adoption of the budget at this meeting. The hearing will be held at Johns Creek City Hall, 12000 Findley Road, Suite 300, in Johns Creek, GA 30097. The proposed budget is available on the City website and a copy is available for review at the Ocee Library, Spruill Oaks Library and City Hall. Joan Jones City Clerk

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING City of Johns Creek September 11, 2017 YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that on the 11th day of September, 2017, at 8:00, p.m., at the City Council Meeting Room, Johns Creek City Hall, 12000 Findley Road, Suite 400, Johns Creek, Georgia, a PUBLIC HEARING will be held by the City Council of the City of Johns Creek (the “City”) concerning a proposed plan for the City to enter into a multiyear lease-purchase contract pursuant to the authority of O.C.G.A. § 36-60-13, for the lease and purchase by the City of a city hall at 11360 Lakefield Drive, Johns Creek, Georgia. Further information concerning the proposed contract is available at the office of the City Manager. Any person having views on the proposed contract may be heard at such public hearing or may submit written comments at the hearing. Joan Jones, City Clerk CITY OF JOHNS CREEK

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Marietta 14, Blessed Trinity 6 After dispatching Class 7A’s Marietta last season, the Titans fell short this year, falling 14-6 Friday night. The Titans struggled with penalties throughout the night, forcing them to settle for just two field goals when the game reached the late fourth quarter. Trailing by eight with 3:38 remaining, BT drove inside Blue Devils’ territory, but the Titans turned the ball over on downs.

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TABLES: 2 end, matching coffee, $75 all. 770-521-8827 BEIGE LAZY-BOY RECLINER, new. $700, originally $1099. 770-605-0399

LEATHER SOFA and matching loveseat $225 both. 770-5218827 Antique Queen Anne Sofa - over 100 years old. Excellent condition. Ask $1500 obo. RECLINERS: Two leather La-Z-Boy, $500/both. 770-4951304 BARSTOOLS (3) 30” cherry $300. 404-8893233 CHILDRENS’ TABLE, cherry Delta $90. 404889-3233 MAPLE DINING ROOM HUTCH, $400. 770-753-4367

CHERRY HUNT TABLE with mirror, $700. 404-889-3233

LOVESEAT & 2 CHAIRS, brown rattan, with cushions. Mint condition. $65. 770-343-8075 M A P L E E N T E R TA I N M E N T CENTER, $300. 770-753-4367 DINING TABLE: Solid cherry 48” round. leaf, pad, 4 upholstered chairs $750. 770-380-6646

Household F R I G I D A I R E FREEZER $125. 404-889-3233

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H O V E R O U N D MOBILE CHAIR MPV5, Joystick control, 300 pound capacity, leather seats and cup-holder, used 6 months $1400. 770-653-3271

PIANO, Baby Grand: Elegant case, matching bench; warm, rich tone. Sacrifice $1650 obo. 678-445-3654

Miscellaneous JOHN DEERE KIDS’ GROUNDLOADER $150. 404-889-3233 YAMAHA 4-WHEELER 404-889-3233

kids’ $150.

DUNE RACER (kids) $150. 404-889-3233 STROLLERS 404-889-3233

$40.

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Kids’ $150.

Musical Instruments PIANO: Henry F. Miller Upright, matching bench $500/firm. 770-552-4034

UPRIGHT PIANO Samick, in solid cherry wood with intricate detailing. Comes with leather bench. Recently tuned and appraised; excellent condition. $850. Alpharetta location. Transportation not provided. Email waylock5@aol. com or text message to 678.641.8415 for photos or to arrange to see

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Wanted to Buy LOOKING TO BUY OLD DOLLS including vintage & antique bisque, composition, vinyl, plastic, wooden, doll parts, clothing, accessories, and more! Please, no new porcelain dolls. All will be considered. Call 214-883-8215 (local number)

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Mammoth Detail Salon is offering part time and full time work positions for responsible, hardworking young men and women who are looking for a great workplace experience. 678-506-0011. Call to speak with a manager. Note: $50 on-call shifts for part-time workers. www.mammothdetail. com Associate Pastor: Johns Creek Korean Church, Inc. in Suwanee, GA seeks Associate Pastor who can preach sermon & lead bible studies. Req. MA. Email resume to jckchaninchurch@ gmail.com

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Local grassroots non-profit is looking for a full time Volunteer and Resource Coordinator to perform essential functions through recruiting, scheduling and interacting with hundreds of dedicated individuals and service groups who share in The Drake House mission. The Drake House is a crisis housing program serving single mothers and their children in the Roswell area. The position also requires the solicitation of necessary program donations, including management of a food pantry, and is responsible for the coordination and monitoring of a volunteer and donor management system as well as planning an annual recognition dinner honoring the volunteers. A minimum of a college degree is preferred in one of the following fields: Communications, Public Administration, Business, Human Services, Education or some related field. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel, and Salesforce preferred. Experience with volunteer administration is required. The work schedule could involve evenings and weekends to manage group activities. This position requires excellent communication skills, and combines strong people skills with strong organizational skills. Please forward resume to thedrakehouse@thedrakehouse.org. No phone calls please.

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