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By JULIA GROCHOWSKI julia@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Thousands of dollars in cash and jewelry were stolen June 25 during a home invasion where two suspects physically assaulted and tied up a grandmother. Police received a distress call at 10:40 p.m. that two masked men with handguns had entered a house on Barnesley Lane. One of the victims, a 25-year-old woman, told police that she had been in her room at 8:40 p.m. that night when a large, armed man burst in. She was directed downstairs, where she saw her two grandmothers already bound and lying on the floor.
All three victims were zip-tied before the suspects began ransacking the home, police said. During the altercation, the suspects hit one of the grandmothers, who is 74 years old, in the face. She was treated on the scene for her injuries. The men took a family safe, $86,000 in cash, and several pieces of jewelry, including a golden cross pendant, gold rings and a gold bracelet. They also took the keys to one of the victim’s 2017 silver Honda Accord and left with the car. It was later found abandoned on Braceridge Road. Once one of the women was able to free herself, she immediately called 911. Both suspects are described as black men wearing dark clothing with face
masks that covered all but their mouth and chin. One was described as skinny and the other as heavy-set. Both were wearing gloves, but the glove worn by the larger man on his right hand had the first and middle fingers exposed. The victims’ family told police that one of the neighborhood’s security guards had been parking “very close” to and facing their residence over the past several months. They also mentioned seeing a white van parked nearby as well all day. Police said they have “several strong leads” they are investigating. Anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to call the Alpharetta Crime Stoppers Tip Hotline at 678-297-6307.
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Point Mall after an employee called, saying that two men were attempting to use fake identification and transaction cards. The two men had wanted to open up a phone account and buy new phones, but when they offered a driver’s license and credit card, the employee said that he could see they were fake. One officer told the two suspects to sit down, but one did not. When the officer attempted to grab the standing suspect’s arm, the suspect tried to pull away, starting a struggle. Eventually, the officer’s K-9 bit the man on his lower leg. During this incident, the second suspect attempted to flee, but was eventually captured. Quinton Oliphant, 30, of Stockbridge was arrested for possession of false identification document, obstruction of a law enforcement officer and financial transaction fraud. Dameon Meyers, 32, of Stockbridge was arrested for obstruction of a law enforcement officer and possession of less than one ounce of marijuana. Both were transported to North Fulton Hospital for injuries.
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Fraudulent credit card rings up $24,000 MILTON, Ga. — A woman’s credit cards were fraudulently used at multiple locations in early June, ringing up more than $24,000 in purchases. On June 5, the woman received three email notifications from businesses where she had accounts. She was alerted that two purchases were made on her Nordstrom’s card totaling over $10,000. The next day she received a notification that a $5,500 purchase was made at a Sam’s Club in Morrow, Georgia. The victim contacted Target on June 17 and was informed another credit card has been opened in her name in May. From June 6-15, five separate purchases were made in Acworth, Fayetteville, Cobb County and a phone payment in Virginia. Over $7,000 total of purchases
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Thieves take benches donated to senior center MILTON, Ga. — Three benches donated to a Milton senior center were recently reported stolen. On June 25, the three bronze, wrought-iron benches were reported missing from the Thomas Byrd Senior Center on Hopewell Road. An employee said she last saw the benches on June 22 and suspected they may have been taken during the weekend. The benches were purchased for $200 each with funds donated from local families. The reporting party said there were no cameras on the property but the lights and street lighting lining the parking lot operate each night.
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Deadline approaches to appeal 2018 property assessments County, state still battling over 2017 assessments By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. – The deadline to appeal 2018 property assessments is July 6, but homeowners may want to keep an eye on last year’s tax bill, too. That’s because Fulton County and the Georgia Department of Revenue remain at odds over whether it was legal for the County Commission to throw out the new assessments on residential property last year and roll back values to 2016 levels. The Department of Revenue argues that the Fulton County Commission overstepped its authority by throwing out the new appraisals. If the agency is right, that means local residents could receive an additional bill for 2017 property taxes. On average, the updated appraisals amounted to a 13 percent increase in property values countywide. Some residential properties – particularly those in North Fulton – saw much greater increases. But, on average, county homeowners would see an additional tax bill of around 13 percent of what they paid last year. A court hearing on the matter scheduled for late May was cancelled after
Fulton County Attorney Patrise PerkinsHooker withdrew her petition to compel the Department of Revenue to accept the revised assessments it rejected last year. Perkins-Hooker said her office can refile the petition at any time. “There are several records and documents that need to be provided to DOR,” she said. “It is essential that all of the peripheral documents be provided and acknowledged before they advance the litigation on the main issue of the county’s use of its power to correct the tax digest. Once the all of the detailed backup documentation is provided, they will assess their options.” County Commissioner Liz Hausmann said Fulton County has engaged former Georgia Attorney General Sam Olens to negotiate on its behalf with the Department of Revenue. “I’m very hopeful we’ll be able to come to a resolution,” Hausmann said. Alpharetta Finance Department Director Tom Harris said he is following the issue but has no idea how it will play out – whether the state and the county will continue the case in court or simply let the issue die out. Meanwhile, property owners this year are facing the same sticker shock on ap-
Appealing your assessment notice If you disagree with the Current Year Value on your 2018 assessment notice, you may file an appeal. The deadline for appeals is July 6. Online: Fulton County’s SmartFile system allows users to more easily track the status of their appeal. SmartFile allows you to begin filing an appeal and save the transaction until you have completed answering all questions and uploaded supporting documentation or photographs. You can access the online site at: http://fultonassessor.org/onlineservices/ Manually: If you wish to file an appeal manually, you can obtain an appeal form through the county’s website. Mail or hand-deliver the completed form to: Fulton County Appraiser, 235 Peachtree Street, NE, Suite 1200, Atlanta, Ga. 30303. The form can be downloaded at: http://fultonassessor.org/wp-content/ uploads/sites/16/2018/05/Appeal-of-Assessment-Form-2018.pdf praisals. The Assessor’s Office has estimated property values countywide have gone up more than 25 percent. If school and city tax rates remain the same as last year, it would mean higher tax bills. Roswell and Alpharetta are set to adopt their tax rates this month. Johns Creek and Milton will set their millage rates later in the summer. Fulton County Schools has adopted its 2019 budget and is in the process of setting its millage rate. So far, Fulton County has received just over 7,000 appeals on 2018 assess-
ments, but that may increase as the deadline approaches this week. Homeowners can take some solace, however, in the prospect that this year’s double-digit increase will likely be a onetime occurrence. Legislation passed in March will allow North Fulton residents to vote on a law that will cap future increases on homesteaded property values at 3 percent or the rate of inflation, whichever is lower. The legislation also rolls back the values on homes to the lowest level over the past three years – probably 2016 – when the cap kicks in next year.
Alpharetta to host MARTA, state transportation workshop By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Alpharetta city leaders will meet with transportation officials from the state and MARTA this month to discuss a proposal to provide rapid transit bus service along Ga. 400. The meeting, scheduled for July 16 before the City Council, comes in the wake of the recent announcement by Gov. Nathan Deal that the state will commit $100 million to build four new bus-only interchanges along a 16-mile stretch of Ga. 400. It is the largest infusion of state money into a single transit project and it is part of a $1.6 billion plan to establish managed lanes along the highly traveled highway. Local officials say it could be a gamechanger for commuters, providing fast, express travel to the tens of thousands of commuters who pass through North Fulton each day. “It’s good they’re putting dollars toward this, the managed lanes and expansion of MARTA,’’ said Alpharetta City Councilman Jason Binder, one of the most outspoken watchdogs on
It’s good they’re putting dollars toward this, the managed lanes and expansion of MARTA.’’ Jason Binder Alpharetta City Councilman transit issues on the council. “I believe myself and others on the council will be looking to make sure that the selected [bus interchange] sites work for Alpharetta.” Rapid transit bus service along Ga. 400 was one of a number of initiatives proposed in Fulton County’s 2018 countywide transit plan. Cities outside Atlanta agreed in principle on a $4.9 billion plan that concentrated on rapid transit bus service along Ga. 400 and Holcomb Bridge Road in North Fulton and along Ga. 29 and South Fulton Parkway in South Fulton. It also included arterial bus rapid transit along some
arterial corridors, such as Old Milton Parkway. Binder said the state funding for the Ga. 400 bus interchanges is huge, but he is more interested in the “ripple effect” of adding rapid transit to the area. “As we expand the transit line along Ga. 400 the main thing we have to get answered is how are we going to help improve our roadways, the last mile of connectivity, the shuttle buses, the bus services that will connect people from those new stops … to places they want to go, our retail centers, Avalon or North Point, our business centers, our top employers,” Binder said. District 1 County Commissioner Liz Hausmann, who represents much of North Fulton, agreed there are other issues that need addressed beyond the bus interchanges. “I think this is a big first step,” she said. “I don’t think it’s the final product. I feel strongly that in order for this to be utilized, it needs to go where people need to go.” The commissioner said she thinks rapid transit service needs to extend beyond North Springs in Sandy Springs. It must also connect with Perimeter Center
and eventually tie into I-285 to connect with Cobb and Gwinnett Counties. Legislation passed this year allows 13 metro counties to hold referendums on whether to add a penny sales tax that would help fund transit. Fulton and DeKalb counties have been paying a penny sales tax to fund MARTA for the past 47 years. Clayton County joined the system in 2015. Hausmann said she wants to see how far the current penny can stretch transit before proposing another sales tax in Fulton County. Already, she said, MARTA has committed to the operation and maintenance of the rapid transit service up Ga. 400. That’s an annual cost of about $8 million, she added. Other funding sources from the state and federal government may also be tapped, Hausmann said. Based on the state’s $100 million commitment to the Ga. 400 transit project, there is some reason for optimism, she said. “It’s significant in that the state has not previously invested in transit until this,” she said. “It’s really historic they’re investing this much.”
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Matilda’s property owner: Any issues from music venue will be addressed By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com MILTON, Ga. — The property owner of Matilda’s Under the Pines is assuring nearby residents that he will address any issues that may arise from the popular music venue when it opens this summer. The Milton City Council approved variances last month, allowing the business to set up shop at Hickory Flat Road and Birmingham Road after more than 15 years in Alpharetta. Matilda’s incorporates a “hen house” building that serves as a stage for amplified acoustic performances on the weekend where patrons can set up tables, chairs and bring their own food and drink. Nearby residents voiced concerns over bringing the concert venue to the generally quiet and rural area at a June 18 City Council meeting. Many who live close to the site said the business would bring unwanted noise, traffic, safety concerns and other potential quality of life issues. Curtis Mills, the applicant and owner of the venue’s new location, is pledging any issues that arise from the Matilda’s relocation will be addressed.
To those who were opposed, I stand by my pledge if there are any issues, we will fix them. We’re not going to do anything to affect quality of life.” Curtis Mills Matilda’s property owner “These people have a right to be concerned about peace and quiet and quality of life, that’s what Milton is all about,” Mills said. “To those who were opposed, I stand by my pledge if there are any issues, we will fix them. We’re not going to do anything to affect quality of life.” Mills said the sole intention of the request for the special use permit was to allow Matilda’s to operate as it has for 15 years in Alpharetta. The venue received zero noise complaints during that time, he said. “We came into this saying all we want to do is recreate the existing Matilda’s operation in Milton,” Mills said. “We don’t want it bigger but we don’t want it smaller. I think I demonstrated to the
council, and by proxy, the city, was our interest was to do nothing but bring Matilda’s to Milton and not create some transferrable, gargantuan music enterprise.” Mills added he and the venue owners showed compromise and their willingness to cooperate with the council’s requests. One concession included that the special use permit would only be applicable to Matilda’s as it currently operates. The council set parameters on the operation, including a limit on the number of events during a year, the months concerts can be held and the amount of attendees permitted at each show. Mills said these limits do not allow for a seamless transition to the
city, considering Alpharetta had no caps, but he is still pleased with the results. The City Council also said it would review the permit later this year to evaluate whether it is operating without detriment to the area. The council also granted a variance to delete a required review every three years. “I proposed that we accelerate the review and if it’s not working we’ll fix it or close it,” Mills said. “I felt that was good for the community to remove the risk that something could be disruptive.” Once concerts begin, Mills hopes residents will find their concerns are quelled. “My hope and expectation is that once we start up, everyone will realize it is a non-issue,” he said. However, if complaints do arise, he vowed to make the proper changes. “I’m sympathetic to those concerns,” he said. “I will keep an open line of communication with anyone who has a concern, question or problem. We want this to fit and work in the community. We’re excited about the outcome and looking forward to remaining open and sensitive to those opposed and will address any issues.”
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Jordan Yates commits to Georgia Tech Milton quarterback signs entering senior season By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com MILTON, Ga. — Milton rising senior quarterback Jordan Yates recently announced he is committing to Georgia Tech following a string of offers. “It’s a great feeling to know I’ll be going to a school like Georgia Tech, not just for the football program but also academically” Yates said. “The school has a lot of history and I’ll be able to play in one of the best conferences in the country. I’ll also be close to home so my family can come see games and I can travel back and forth.” Yates compiled nearly 3,000 total yards in his 2017 junior campaign where he started all 12 games for the
Eagles. He averaged 168 yards passing per game, racking up 2,011 yards with 19 touchdowns. The dual-threat quarterback will also bring rushing ability to the Yellow Jackets triple-option. Yates was second on the team in rushing yards (893) last season. He scored nine rushing touchdowns and had three 100-yard plus games on the ground. “I think I’m a great fit for the [Tech] offense,” Yates said. “Justin Thomas (Tech’s former starting quarterback) and I are about the same size with pretty similar abilities. I’ll be able to run well and spread the ball around through the air.” Yates led Milton to a 9-3 overall record in 2017, one of the program’s best
city of milton public notice public notice is hereby given that the Regulary Scheduled City Council Session for Monday, July 16, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. has been cancelled. This Public Notice is in accordance with O.C.G.A §50-14-1. This the 28th day of June 2018.
Sudie AM Gordon, City Clerk Request for Proposals City of Milton Economic Development Strategy and Marketing Plan RFP NUMBER 18-ED02 Sealed Proposals Due Date: July 17, 2018 2:00PM Local Time Milton City Hall To be publicly opened approximately 2:05PM in the City of Milton City Hall located at 2006 Heritage Walk, Milton, GA 30004. The City reserves the right to reject any and all proposals. The City of Milton is requesting submittals from interested parties for a public private partnership. The request for sealed proposals is to provide a Strategy and Marketing Plan for our Economic Development department, and will be posted on the following websites the week of June 28, 2018. http://www.cityofmiltonga.us or http://ssl.doas.state.ga.us/PRSapp/PR_index.jsp
records in history. The Eagles finished second in the Region 5-AAAAAAA standings and reached the second round of the state playoffs. In his Twitter announcement, Yates thanked God, his family and the Milton coaching staff for his “incredible opportunity” to commit to the Yellow Jackets. The rising senior will continue to lead the Milton offense in 2018 against a challenging schedule. In non-region play, the Eagles face four teams — Archer, Alpharetta, Roswell and Parkview — who earned playoff bids last year. Yates compiled 163 yards passing, 75 yards rushing and two total touchdowns against Alpharetta and had 223 total yards and four touchdowns against Roswell last season. The Yates-led offense then takes on the five Forsyth County public schools in region play. Milton was 4-1 in 5-AAAAAAA in 2017. Yates is also a member of the Milton basketball team. The Eagles went 16-12 overall in the 2017-18 season and reached the state playoffs.
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Milton quarterback Jordan Yates recently announced he has committed to Georgia Tech.
Request for Proposal Investment Services and Administration for 401 & 457 Plans RFP NUMBER 18-HR01 Sealed Proposals Due Date: July 24, 2018, 2:00 PM Local Time Milton City Hall To be publicly opened approximately 2:05 PM in the Council Chambers The City reserves the right to reject any and all proposals. The City of Milton is requesting submittals from interested parties for a public private partnership. The request for sealed proposals for Investment Service and Administration for 401 & 457 Plans will be posted on the following websites the week of June 28, 2018. http://www.cityofmiltonga.us or http://ssl.doas.state.ga.us/PRSapp/PR_index.jsp
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Milton gives more than a penny for your two cents When the Milton City Council meeting began on June 18, the city’s fire marshal was turning people away at the door. The Council Chambers could not contain the standing-room only crowd that began fillJOE PARKER ing the room an hour Reporter joe@appenmediagroup.com before the meeting was called to order. By the time the meeting was adjourned, it was June 19 and approaching 3 a.m. And I was the only person in the room who does not receive a paycheck from the city. The reason behind the nearly ninehour meeting was a request to relocate a popular Alpharetta music venue to Milton. But it wasn’t a bickering match between elected officials, redundant pleas from the applicant or hammering out the minutest of details that stretched the meeting so long. Sure, there was some of that, but a major reason the meeting went well into the next morning was the city’s openness to hear its residents. The city’s codes dictate the public comment period on an item on the zon-
ing agenda, such as the Matilda’s relocation request, will total 10 minutes for those in favor and 10 minutes for those opposed. So when the city received well over 200 public comment cards and more than 50 people wanted to speak at the meeting, Milton officials took the initiative to allow each side 60 minutes of public comment time. Then they extended the time for both sides. When that amount of time was still not enough, they prolonged the period again. For three hours, residents had the opportunity to voice their opinions. You may not have agreed with the City Council’s ultimate decision to approve the relocation of Matilda’s. But give credit where it is due — the city gave all residents time to speak their mind. This was not just a one-time occurrence. I have been in attendance at every Milton City Council meeting since January, and I struggle to recall an instance where the city has chosen to cut off a public comment period when the allotted time was reached. Whether Milton’s elected officials take into consideration public comment when they render decisions could be up for debate among residents. But there
is no arguing that they will be given the opportunity to weigh in on issues at council meetings. Mayor Joe Lockwood has told me the city has a track record of allowing added time for public comment. The June 18 meeting was a prime example. Legally, the city had no obligation to extend the public comment period. They could have left it to 20 total minutes and I, as well as the council, would have been home much earlier that night. But by extending the public comment period to allow everyone to speak, the council and city showed their willingness to lend an open ear to the concerns of residents, even if meant all our backsides were numb before the council members began their own discussions. City officials recently voted to update its public comment policy to not exclude reading emailed public comments into the record. While this may seem like a way to limit input, having your name, address and position on an issue read into the record goes far beyond what other local cities permit. Again, you may not agree with a decision from the Milton City Council, but it won’t be because you did not have the opportunity to give your input.
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MILTON, Ga. — Less than six months after the prospects of continuing their program sat in limbo, the Milton Mustangs swim team has completed its first season thanks to a partnership with the city. And, both city officials and volunteers say it was resounding success. The team was formerly run the by the Milton Country Club, but when the city purchased the property in January, Milton officials had to decide if and how it the team would continue the program. “Operating a pool and a swim team were unique challenges,” said Parks and Recreation Director Jim Cregge. “The city isn’t staffed to run a swim team. We couldn’t run the team, but we put the word out that if a grassroots effort by engaged parents resulted in a group of people willing to run the team, we would support that.” Enter parents and volunteers Beth Wilson and Stephanie Mynatt. The two women spearheaded the effort to keep the team operational, beginning with drumming up support to continue the program. According to Cregge, the city needed assurance that at least 50 participants would be needed for the city to move ahead with pool repairs. “I sent out a survey on Super Bowl Sunday to get numbers on the people who would be interested in continuing the program,” Wilson said. “Within a few hours, 38 people had responded they would like to come back.” With the city assured of community support to keep the team afloat, the next step was to create a company that could legally operate the program. “We had to form a business so that we could actually take money,” Wilson said. “And because it is a pool, we have liability. We wanted to make sure we and our swimmers were protected. Prior
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The Milton Mustangs completed its first season last week after partnering with the city following the sale of the Milton Country Club.
to that, the [Milton Country Club] had insurance and ran the program.” The city had to address issues with the pool, which included multiple leaks and getting it up to Fulton County codes now that it would serve as a public pool. Despite a tight deadline the city completed repairs just in time for the beginning of the season. Wilson said the first season was “fantastic” and included 87 swimmers, about 20 more than last season. “We had such good support from the parents and the city has been a great partner,” Wilson said. “It’s great for our city to have this option for communities like mine who don’t have swim or tennis in neighborhoods. It also brought people together. Families have met other families from the city and have made friends. We also had kids who were 6 and under who couldn’t swim at the beginning of the season who are now racing.” Cregge said the partnership is an example of the city’s leadership listening to the community and responding. “The success of the program is easily measured by the participation,” he said. “I talked with many parents during swim meets and it was clear to me that everyone, the swimmers and the parents, cherished being on the swim team.” The city will have to renew its partnership with the Milton Mustangs for the 2019 season. Cregge said he will meet with Wilson and Mynatt soon to discuss the future of the program, but said with the master planning for the former club beginning soon, it is too early to say if the program will continue next year. Wilson is less doubtful. “Milton is a unique community, and sometimes we need something like this that brings people together,” she said. For more information on the Milton Mustangs, visit miltonmustangs.swimtopia.com.
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The first initiative of the Milton Historical Society was creating markers for dozens of historical sites within the city, such as the Hopewell Baptist Church which was constructed in 1851.
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Milton Historical Society forms to showcase city’s past By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com MILTON, Ga. — Members of the newly created Milton Historical Society say the city is rich with history, but much of it is unknown to many residents. It is the group’s goal to change that. The society was recently formed to “collect, preserve, interpret and promote the unique history of the city of Milton through accurate biographical, architectural and historical information, makers, artifacts, photographs and videos,” the group’s mission statement said. Former City Councilman Bill Lusk, who will serve as president of the organization, said the group was formed by community members as a way to showcase the area’s rich history and inhabitants. “The program acknowledges places and persons central to an understanding of Milton’s past,” Lusk said. “We seek to recognize aspects of our history that helped define who we are today.” The group’s first initiative has been the two-year process of collecting information and installing historical markers throughout the city. Currently, 27 have been erected with more pending. “We researched these sites and were able to come up with photographs and those who were associated with them,” Lusk said. “In doing so, you stumble upon more people willing to tell their story.” Residents delving into their family history has been exciting for Joan Borzilleri, who will serve as secretary of the organization. “It’s been fascinating and a thrill to share their stories,” she said. The society plans to have many initiatives to document and share the city’s history.
Those plans include interviewing long-time residents, accounting for those buried at local cemeteries, continuing the historical marker program and archiving photos, videos and other historical documents. The group also plans to hold presentations on the history of the city, such as its roots as home to the Cherokee Nation, Milton County during the Civil War, families of the area and its industries which include brickmaking and cotton and pig farming. The organization also is working to create a Milton Historical Center in City Hall and hopes to set up informational bus tours highlighting the city’s historic areas. “There’s no limit to where we can go to tell the whole story of this area,” Lusk said. “It’s wide open.” As the group continues its research, it is asking for community involvement. That includes joining the group, participating in interviews and providing historic documentation among other contributions. Vice President Bob Meyers — who wrote the 2012 book “Barns of Old Milton County” — said many residents have photos that highlight the city’s history. “So many of the families around here have photo albums that have been in their attics for generations,” Meyers said. “Tapping into those is going to be really exciting.” The Milton Historical Society website will be online soon. On the site, a map will showcase the historic sites of Milton and provide an online catalogue of historical documents. Membership to the society is open to anyone, Lusk said. For more information on the society or how to get involved, email MiltonHistoricalSociety@gmail.com.
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North Point revitalization receives regional assistance By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Plans to revitalize Alpharetta’s North Point Retail District will get some help, thanks to an offer from the Atlanta Regional Commission to provide critical planning services designed to improve the area’s long-term viability. The Atlanta Regional Commission will partner with the city to develop guidelines for creation of public spaces and the installation of public art in the area around North Point Mall. The project was one of 13 selected for support through the Atlanta Regional Commission’s new Community Development Assistance Program. The program will bring Atlanta Regional Commission staff and groups like the Urban Land
Institute, Georgia Power and Georgia Tech into partnership with the local community. “We were greatly impressed with the diversity of projects submitted,” said Mike Alexander, Director of Atlanta Regional Commission’s Center for Livable Communities. “Collaborating with local communities is a key way ARC is helping move the region forward.” The partnership comes just months after city leaders signed off on a Livable Centers Initiative for the North Point Area. The initiative was developed over a six-month period that began in September 2017. That effort engaged those who live, work and frequent Alpharetta to achieve a future vision for the district that reflects what those most likely to spend time there truly want.
Eric Bosman, designer and planner with Kimley-Horn consultants, told the City Council in January that surveys of residents and patrons suggest creating an environment that includes future investments in parks, sidewalks and infrastructure to make the North Point area more lively. These investments could include public art, more greenspace, or anything to add to the experience, Bosman said. Four key ideas surfaced: • Create a “park once and walk everywhere” environment for people to enjoy a network of green spaces programmed with events and public art. • Create multi-modal connections parallel to North Point Parkway closer to existing retail centers. • Encourage redevelopment of large areas of surface parking to support
a grid of new streets lined by streetfronting buildings. • Improve the area’s retail balance to offer a mix of destinations and quality retailers to draw day and night visitors. With the news of the Atlanta Regional Commission’s initiative, city officials say they can move forward with revitalizing North Point. “We are very excited to continue to engage Alpharetta’s citizens to advance the vision they created through the North Point LCI process,” said Kathi Cook, Alpharetta’s director of Community Development. “The assistance we will be getting from the ARC brings to bear resources that would typically cost local tax payers thousands of dollars that can now be allocated to other needs.”
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Selling your neighborhood on the Fourth It’s easy to buy a house. It’s hard to buy your neighbors. I was talking to a client last week who is looking to buy a house. They are about to start their search and wanted to narrow it down, not Geoff smith just to a zip code or Assurance Financial, gsmith@lendtheway.com school district, but to a number of neighborhoods. This will be their third home and they learned a lot on the first two. The first neighborhood they moved into was right after they got married. The neighborhood was filled with people their age and was what sounded like a rolling party. Saturday night’s plans during the summer always started at the pool. Every holiday, or something close to a holiday, was a reason for neighbors to get together. They lived in a cul-desac, and he said if they were bored, they would just go out on the sidewalk and sit in chairs and people would start showing up. It was a great experience, and after they had their second child and needed more room, they assumed their next neighborhood would be the same way. They found a house in a neighborhood where they saw playsets in almost every backyard. So they moved in ready to go through the required hazing and proving ground that would lead them to becoming a thread in the simple social fabric their neighbors already had in place – or at least thought they had in place. After they move in, there was no welcome. The HOA president only reached out to let them know where they could send their annual dues and to tell them about the penalty for being late. When they went to the pool and told people that they were the newbies, most people only seemed mildly interested, and others seemed a little bothered.
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They went through a number of feelings, first thinking that they did something wrong, then later thinking that the neighbors were a bunch of snobs with a tight clique. After a couple years of talking to people, they finally found out that there wasn’t any of that. There was no social organization. There was no “cool kids” group. This revelation was a huge relief. It wasn’t their fault, it was just that, for whatever reason, the neighbors kept to themselves. So the next Fourth of July, they opened their house and invited their neighbors to stop by with the only draw being his pulled pork and free beer. To their surprise, the party was a hit. Neighbors who initially said they could only stop by for an hour, stayed all day. One neighbor went back home and came back with his hand-crafted cornhole sets and that became a thing. My clients were actually introducing neighbors to other neighbors. The children got along because children always find a way to get their fun in. That one party, he told me, transformed the neighborhood. And now they are sad they have to leave it. She got a new job up in Forsyth County and the commute from their Gwinnett County neighborhood is too
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Milton companies showcased in small business expo By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com MILTON, Ga. — Milton-based businesses showcased their offerings and learned valuable strategies at last week’s second Milton small business symposium. The free event included informative sessions and allowed the city’s business to meet with the community. The expo featured about 15 local businesses, ranging from flooring, décor, restaurants, healthcare and pet services. Local organizations, including the Milton Rotary, Milton Business Association and the Crabapple Community Association showcased their local organizations. Clarissa Cavalier, general manager of Peace Love and Pizza in Milton, said the restaurant has seen a growth in sales since opening last August in downtown Crabapple. She said the expo could provide added exposure to continue the growth the restaurant has seen. “It’s exciting to have the opportunity to tell people about us who maybe still don’t know we are in business,” Cavalier said. While Peace Love and Pizza garnered added attention for their business, a fellow downtown Crabapple business was getting the word out they would soon be opening their doors.
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Members of the Milton Rotary look for new members at the expo. Pictured, from left, are Joe Novelli, Susan Cammack, Pat Check, Sharon Mays and Stacey Inglis. Nicole Troche of Family Tree Animal Clinic, opening soon in the area, said the company has been pleased to join the
small business community in Milton. “We have seen that small business here really help each other,” Troche said.
“It has been like joining a family. It’s also been nice for us because we specialize in the medical care of animals and we are able to provide a service that they do not offer, while they have services we don’t offer. We’ve built relationships and it’s really nice to be friends with other businesses in the area.” Members of the Milton Rotary were in attendance to drum up support and membership for the organization. Member Pat Check said while many people have an idea of what constitutes Rotary, it is often much more in depth than what they believe. “We have a lot of small business owners as members, and we want people to come out and check out Rotary,” she said. Stacey Inglis, past president of the Milton Rotary and assistant city manager, said the expo was a “perfect opportunity” to showcase their efforts in the community and to find new members. Before businesses displayed their offerings, the symposium featured breakout sessions including discussing the #MeToo movement and its impact on small businesses, an active shooter response training from Milton Police, information on the Buxton Analytics Platform, cybersecurity discussions and how to effectively use Instagram.
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NORTH FULTON TOWN HALL
Everyone is welcome to discuss planning, traffic, infrastructure and schools in North Fulton. Guest speakers include Brandon Beach, Joe Lockwood, Bethany Usry and more. Join the discussion Thursday, July 12 at Hilton Garden Inn Atlanta, 4025 Windward Plaza in Alpharetta. Networking starts at 6 p.m. and the town hall starts at 6:30 p.m. For more information, visit northfulton.com. Looking to get the word out about your event? Submit it to our online calendar at NorthFulton. com/Calendar.
EVENTS: A NOVEL IDEA
What: Six award-wining authors will meet with fans to discuss and read from their works. The theme is “Beach Reads.” When: Sunday, July 8, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Where: Alpha Soda, 11760 Haynes Bridge Road, Alpharetta More info: facebook.com/ AtlantaLiteraryEvent
DATE NIGHT: CUBAN SALSA DANCING
What: Learn how to dance a style of salsa called Rueda de Casino, a group dance born in Havana. This class is barefoot. When: Friday, July 6, 7:15 p.m. Where: Grey Owl Mind-Body Studio, 6250 Abbotts Bridge Road, Johns Creek Cost: Tickets start at $15 More info and tickets: greyowlmb.com
FREE FITNESS IN THE PARK: YOGA
What: Join for a free group exercise class with Fitness in the Park. All classes are weather-permitting and open to the public. When: Saturday, July 7, 9-10 a.m. Where: Roswell Town Square, 610 Atlanta St., Roswell More info: roswellgov.com
FREE OUTDOOR FITNESS: YOGA
What: Yoga moves at a slower pace, improving flexibility, muscle tone, strength, and stress management through stretches, poses, and relaxation techniques. When: Sunday, July 7, 10-11 a.m. Where: Mark Burkhalter Amphitheater at Newtown Park, 3150 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekga.gov
BETTER TOGETHER
What: These monthly meetings feature community leaders speaking about community issues. All ages are welcome. When: Tuesday, July 10, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Where: Milton City Hall, 2006, Heritage Walk, Milton More info: cityofmiltonga.us
SLIP-N-SLIDE EXTRAVAGANZA
What: This free event offers three different age-appropriate slides (150 feet, 100 feet and 50 feet) along with food and music. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult to sign a waiver. When: Sunday, July 8, 1-4 p.m. Where: Garrard Landing Park, 8000 Holcomb Bridge, Roswell More info: roswellgov.com
SMART RECOVERY FAMILY AND FRIENDS
What: This program uses science based tools to provide support for those who are affected by the addictive behavior of someone close to them. Not a twelve step program. When: Monday, July 9, 7-8 p.m. Where: DecisionPoint Wellness Center, 10700 State Bridge Road, Suite 6, Johns Creek More info: smartrecovery.org
GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT IN ALPHARETTA
What: Learn about the latest public projects, like the Alpha Loop, and what private developers are building around town. The Director of Community Development will be available to answer questions. When: Wednesday, July 11, 6:30 p.m. Where: Alpharetta City Hall, 2 Park Plaza, Alpharetta More info: alpharetta.ga.us
WEDNESDAY EVENING LECTURES
What: Each month, Barrington Hall hosts lectures on the Civil War and other areas of interest. This month’s is on the “History of the Western & Atlantic Railroad,” by Robert Jones. When: Wednesday, July 11, 7-9 p.m. Where: Barrington Hall, 535 Barrington Drive, Roswell Cost: $5 suggested donation More info: roswellgov.com
What: Enjoy a free 30-minute tour of the gardens and historic plants on the grounds of Barrington Hall. When: Every Monday, through Sept. 24, 9:30 a.m. Where: Barrington Hall, 535 Barrington Drive, Roswell More info: roswellgov.com
FARMERS MARKETS, FOOD TRUCKS: ALPHARETTA FOOD TRUCK ALLEY
What: Alpharetta’s weekly gathering returns 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., through Oct. 11 Where: Old Roswell Street in Alpharetta’s historic district More info: awesomealpharetta.com
ALPHARETTA FARMERS MARKET
What: The Alpharetta Farmers Market features fruits, vegetables, natural meats, fresh flowers and herbs, and a variety of home goods. When: Saturdays, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m., through October Where: Old Canton Street in downtown Alpharetta More info: alpharetta.ga.us
ROSWELL FARMERS & ARTISANS MARKET
What: Don’t miss the opening day of the Roswell Farmers & Artisans Market. Mix and mingle with friends, shop for fresh items and enjoy talking to the vendors. When: Saturday, April 14, 8 a.m. – noon Where: Roswell City Hall, 38 Hill St. More info: roswellfam.com
MUSIC, ARTS & THEATER: SUMMER PUPPET SERIES: “PETER AND THE WOLF”
What: Learn how Peter and his animal friends capture the wolf with an orchestral score and handcrafted marionettes. When: July 2-3 and 5-7. MondaySaturday, 10 a.m. Wednesday and Friday, 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell Cost: Tickets are $5 each. Summer passes available at $30. More info: roswellpuppets.com
RIVERSIDE SOUNDS CONCERT SERIES
What: This month’s free concert will feature the Joe Alterman Quartet. Food trucks will be on location for spectators to enjoy dinner while watching live music. When: Saturday, July 7, 7-9 p.m., first Saturday of each month through October Where: Riverside Park, 575 Riverside Road, Roswell More info: roswellgov.com
SUMMER PUPPET SERIES: “THE RELUCTANT DRAGON”
What: Princess Penelope loves to read about dragons. Imagine her surprise when she actually meets and befriends a dragon. When: July 9-14. MondaySaturday, 10 a.m. Wednesday and Friday, 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell Cost: Tickets are $5 each. Summer passes available at $30. More info and tickets: roswellpuppets. com
“CAMELOT”
What: Follow the story of the marriage of England’s King Arthur to Guinevere. When: July 12-Aug. 5. ThursdaySaturday, 8 p.m. Sunday matinee at 3 p.m. Where: The Cumming Playhouse, 101 School Street, Cumming Cost: Tickets start at $27.50 More info and tickets: playhousecumming.com
SPOTLIGHT ARTIST: MARGARET J. NOVOTNY
What: Margaret Novotny is a freelance photographer who loves to showcase nature at its best through vivid compositions that tell a story. When: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., June 1-Aug. 31 Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell More info: mjnovotny.photography
LIBRARY EVENTS: SAT PRACTICE TEST
What: Register for a free practice exam with personalized results. Plan for three hours to take the test. When: Friday, July 6, 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Where: Alpharetta Library, 10 Park Plaza, Alpharetta More info and registration: afpls.org or 404-613-6738
POSEIDON: MOBILE AQUARIUM ADVENTURE
What: The library is partnering up with the Georgia Aquarium with story time, virtual reality adventures and educational tables. Ages six and up. When: Saturday, July 7, 11 a.m.-noon Where: Alpharetta Library, 10 Park Plaza, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org
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thinking designers are now starting to incorporate matte finishes into new appliances, creating a warm, nonintrusive look. (Runner-up: if you want to head the opposite direction and add bold colors, take a look at the new 1950s-style retro fridges that are coming out in bold reds, oranges, blues, etc. This is also a popular trend.) 4. Shedquarters As home-based businesses continue to thrive — and as more people these days are telecommuting — the new trend in outbuildings is the “shedquarters” movement. This involves building or reclaiming a small exterior structure
business with integrity and trust. Today Crye-Leike is the 5th largest real estate company in the nation and boasts a record year in 2016 with sales exceeding $6.3 billion. Crye-Leike Realtors continues to grow in the Atlanta market and is actively seeking new agents and brokers to join their team! Crye-Leike’s 10 branch offices include: Cumming, Alpharetta, Johns Creek, Norcross, Hall County/Lake Lanier, Woodstock, Cartersville, Smyrna, Douglasville, and McDonough. Crye-Leike has accelerated expansion plans that aim to further its footprint in the greater Atlanta market with offices in Dawsonville, Marietta, Lawrenceville, Newnan and Kennesaw. Crye-Leike offers new competitive commission splits, cutting edge technology and marketing tools, in house and online training, referral opportunities and the tools you need to take your business to the next level. We sell more homes in the South than any other company. Please call one of our local offices today for an interview. on the property for office or multi-use space. Prefab shedquarters are even available now for purchase and installation — you can usually get one for under $10,000. This trend takes its cue from the “tiny house” movement and is a great renovation idea for homes that have no convenient office space. Of course, one of the best ways to narrow your house hunt in Atlanta is to work with an agent with lots of experience in Atlanta real estate — someone who knows the neighborhoods inside and out, someone who can help you pinpoint the key areas where you are most likely to find your dream home. When you are ready to begin your search, the team at Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty is here to help! For an appointment, give us a call at 770.442.7300.
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Exterior shutter trends for 2018 Exterior Shutters plays an important part in the overall look and feel of your home. Let’s explore some of the popular trends we see for 2018. Simplicity: Try using simple shutters for a pure, uncluttered effect to allow other beautiful features on the outside of your home to shine. It is in line with minimalism, where you incorporate clean, refreshing looks, while adding a nice touch to your decor. To follow this trend, use shutters with sharp lines, minimal details and neutral colors. Here we will propose something like a flat panel shutter, and/ or a shutter with one large single panel, or even a board and batten style with no battens (horizontal pieces). Lighten up: Color plays a big role in the overall appearance of your home, and while exterior shutters are typically dark colored, we’ve seen an uptick in lighter colored shutters. This works especially well when trying to modernize the look of an older building. Light colored walls, combined with shutters in a slightly darker hue seems to be the norm. Whites and greys works very well and is a trend that will be with us for a while. Stick with the basics: Exterior shutters should never overpower the look of your house and not all homes lend itself to the exotic. There’s nothing wrong with some traditional Raised Panel style shutters or even Louvered shutters to give a traditional, formal house a neat and tidy look. Board and Batten shutters works well on a house
with a mix of exterior surfaces (brick and stone, or siding and shingles). For Raised Panel style shutters, make sure the panels mimic the windows, for Louvers you can try a wider slat, and with Board and Batten shutters we see a trend to use more, but narrower Boards (vertical pieces). Add flair and personality: Another subtle way of giving you home a oneof-a-kind appearance is to add custom cutouts to your shutters. Let your home’s personality shine with just about any shape you can imagine, from stars and crescent moons to palm trees and hearts. Go bold and traditional with a full cutout, or subtle and interesting with only a small relief cut on the outside corner. This obviously only works on paneled or Board and Batten style shutters. The exterior of your home is the first impression for people coming up to your house. Shutters play a crucial role in making or breaking that first impression. It makes sense to ensure you incorporate the shutters to form a pleasant and unified appearance. Dupbel Millworks Inc. manufactures exteriors shutters using only weather resistant materials. Our core business is shutters made from a composite wood material that is rot, insect and weather resistant. We manufacture a series of shutters styles and are fully equipped to help you design the specific look you desire, and every shutter is custom made based on your house, windows and design.
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Luxury living at Wescott Located in the highly sought-after Lambert High School District, Wescott is the latest luxury home community offered by award-winning builder, Patrick Malloy Luxury Communities. This luxurious enclave includes 61 homesites and top-notch amenities. Once finished, this exclusive lifestyle will include a gated entry, tennis courts, playground, swimming pool with water feature, gazebo, spa and many more activities throughout the green spaces inside the community. The community clubhouse will serve as a gathering place for friends and neighbors to enjoy summer evenings while listening to children playing outdoors. Located in affluent South Forsyth, Wescott’s location is idyllic for any family looking to live in award-winning Lambert High School. Rated one of the top high schools in the United States, it is located within walking distance and affords students a top-notch education along with Sharon Elementary and Riverwatch Middle Schools.
Nearby is a bevy of high-end shopping and dining options. Centrally located to Avalon, The Collection at Forsyth and North Point Mall, Wescott homeowners can enjoy the finer things in life inside and outside their community. While being away from the hustle and bustle of downtown Atlanta, it is still conveniently located to commuter routes and major businesses across North Atlanta. For the avid golfer, some of Atlanta’s best courses are within a 20 mile radius. If golfing is not your weekend activity of choice, there are parks weaving in and around the neighborhood next to the Chattahoochee River that are great for some fresh air activities. Wescott offers 4 floorplans starting at 4,100 square feet on homesites from one third to one half acres with slab and basement options. These homes can be built with up to 6 bedrooms for large families. The model home is located at 690 Nichols Road, Suwanee and is a must-see.
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What’s hot and what’s not Why it works for some and not others Hooray! You made your last tuition payment or maybe paid for the last wedding. And now it’s you and your spouse in a great big house. So it’s time to set in motion your grand plan, which goes something like this… 1. Sell the big house and move to a smaller house that’s easier to maintain, 2. Pocket the $100k or more from this transaction, 3. Take an extended European vacation this summer with some of the proceeds from the sale of the house. The Unwelcomed Cold Shower. As it turns out the grand plan may not happen just like you planned. You learn this when you call your favorite realtor and spend a day with them. It’s at this time that you realize that a new, smaller house costs more than you ever could have imaged. It’s at this moment that you truly feel the impact of new home prices rising faster than older home prices. The Punch to The Gut. Just as your realtor has done their best to explain the prices of smaller homes, it’s time to assess the listing price of your present home. Because you sent your kids to private schools, the very best colleges, bought cars for them and paid for weddings…..well, you never quite kept up with the whole remodeling thing. Your house was built in the 80’s or 90’s and it looks like the day it was built. Formica or Corian in the kitchen, a garbage compactor and desk in the kitchen. In the bathroom: gold framed small shower, cultured marble counters and huge mirrors glued to the walls. Every home in North Atlanta has the same finishes and they’re all “out of style” which makes your home NOT “Move in Ready” to the prospective buyer. So your realtor suggests a listing price far below your expectations. Don’t shoot your realtor
they’re pretty familiar with this situation. Is it all Bad News? “No, for those homeowners who have remodeled their Kitchens and Bathrooms, they are getting top dollar when selling their homes” says John Hogan, owner of Roswell’s Remodeling Expo Center, “families are fleeing the City of Atlanta and paying top dollar for move-in ready homes in North Atlanta. It’s all about the schools. Remodeling Expo Center has been assisting homeowners for 16 years with exactly this issue. The Rule of 1.5. When a prospective buyer assesses the value of your home they will apply the Rule of 1.5 to any room that requires remodeling, that is if they don’t just pass on your home. For example, if they believe a new kitchen will be $40k, they will discount your home by $40k times 1.5 or $60K. Same goes with the master bathroom. So you can see how brutal the Rule of 1.5 can be for the homeowner. This really hits home when offers come in very low or the realtor suggests successive listing price drops. So what’s the answer? First and foremost, don’t postpone remodeling to when you’re about to sell, because you won’t get to live and enjoy it. Secondly, remodel the rooms that will show the strongest return on your investment and thirdly, do it in a style that most people would enjoy. Remodeling Expo Center has been partnering with homeowners and realtors for decades to make “the home” not only functional, but a performing investment vehicle. “That house sold in 24 hours and for over the asking price”. This isn’t neighborhood folklore; it really happens. Homeowners who have the attitude of “I’ll let the next owner remodel” are doing themselves a great disservice. To learn more contact The Remodeling Expo Center at 404 910-3969 or stop in at 48 King Street, Roswell, GA 30075. RemodelingExpo.com
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DEATH NOTICES Douglas James Bartz, 63, of Alpharetta, passed away June 22, 2018. Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home. Virginia Lollar, 76, of Milton, passed away June 20, 2018. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors. Eugene Maso, 74, of Roswell, passed away June 20, 2018. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors. Grady Mason, 80, of Alpharetta, passed away June 24, 2018. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.
Stephen Reynolds, 70, of Milton, passed away June 22, 2018. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors. Mildred Styles, 86, of Milton, passed away June 25, 2018. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors. William Willows, 74, of Roswell, passed away June 21, 2018. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.
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Air Conditioning Air Plus Co Inc. 24/7 Service Service / Installation Affordable Rates Residential / Commercial Will Beat all written estimates 30 yrs. exp. Licensed and Insured Call Steve 678-270-8108 (cell) Cleaning Services ESTATE HOME CLEAN UP Divorcing? Loved one going into senior care? Specialized detailed cleaning, packing boxes with list of items. Debris clean-up, charity donation, interior/ exterior window cleaning, pressure washing. Loving Hands by JW and Company Inc. 678463-4577. jennifer@ jwcompanyinc.com
WE FIX UGLY DRIVEWAYS AND PATIOS
$150 OFF any job over $1500 Ask for Dave 678648-2010. Professional, competitive, many local references.
Electricians Anything electrical including new installs, repairs, designs, consulting, troubleshooting & wi-fi cameras for all your security needs. Terry @770-4494959 ELECTRICAL, CEILING FANS and OUTLETS. Call Michael at 678-756-2059. manthonyhvac@ gmail.com
Gutters
Haulers
Bush Hogging, AARON’S ALL-TYPE Clearing, Grading, GUTTERS Repaired Hauling etc. Many and Installed. local references. Covers, siding, soffit, Call Ralph Rucker at facia. www.aarons678-898-7237 gutters.com. Senior citizen discount! Home 770-934-2766 Improvement Handyman TRS HANDYMAN SERVICES C a r p e n t r y, Painting, Electrical and MORE E x c e l l e n t References. Call Tanner, 404-907-7646 or email swayne. tanner28@gmail. com FREE ESTIMATES
ALL CARPENTRY & REPAIRS: Roof Leaks, Wood Rot Repair, Siding, Deck Repairs and Refinishing, Painting, Doors/ Flooring Windows. Excellent References. I n s t a l l / 404-895-0260 Repairs: Carpet, Laminate, Tile, Kitchen, Bath: Vinyl Wood floors, Plumbing, Electrical B a c k s p l a s h e s , Drywall; Other and Shower Repairs/Installations. surrounds. Carpet Home Maintenance. wrinkles removed! Senior discounts and Call t o d a y affordable rates! 20 for estimate! years experience. 706-429-4453 Mike 678-986-4833
JOHNS ROOFING & HOME REPAIR
Exterior/Interior. New roofing/repairs. Concrete repaired. Driveways installed. Install walkways/ Foundation repairs. Commercial/residential painting. Sealcoat, striping parking lots. Licensed, insured, references. 30 years experience. Affordable pricing. Summer discounts. Veteran & senior discounts. 470-246-9518, 404-374-6139
Landscaping TreeForm Landscaping by Albert M a h a f f e y . Bobcat/grading/ landscaping. B a c k h o e , stackstone, f l a g s t o n e , drainage solutions, c o n c r e t e , waterproofing, c l e a n - u p , pruning, planting. Licensed/insured. www.treeform.net 770-307-8863, 770-495-7816 Pinestraw
PINESTRAW, mulch delivery/installation available. Firewood available. Licensed, insured. Angels of Pinestraw Finegan Home Earth Mulch. I m p r o v e m e n t s and LLC: License 770-831-3612. #RBQA004932. Tree Services Remodeling, handyman. 31 years experience. JJ Tree Cutting Basements finished, Services. Complete decks, screen Tree Removal-Call porches, doors, us for a Free Quote, or drywall, painting, 678-467-1325 flooring, custom 7 7 0 - 6 3 0 Licensed kitchens, bathrooms. 6672. insured. All insurance. and Paul Finegan jjtreecutting@gmail. 404-353-5611 com
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Insurance
If you’re over 50, you can get coverage for about $1 a day* Keep your own dentist! You can go to any dentist you want NO annual or lifetime cap on the cash benefits you can receive NO wait for preventive care and no deductibles – you could get a checkup tomorrow Coverage for over 350 procedures including cleanings, exams, fillings, crowns…even dentures
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Miscellaneous
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Concrete/Asphalt
REPAIR or REPLACEMENT Driveways, patios, sidewalks, walls. $150 off any job over $1500. Residential or Commercial. For a FREE estimate call Dave of McKemey Concrete and Hardscapes 678-914-2576. Competitive pricing. Many local references
Phillips Home Improvement We offer drywall, painting, carpentry, plumbing and e l e c t r i c a l . Basements finished, kitchen and bath rehabs. All types flooring. Also total home rehab for those who have a rental house or one to sell. Call 678-887-1868 for a free estimate
Reader Advisory: The National Trade Association we belong to has purchased the following classifieds. Determining the value of their service or product is advised by this publication. In order to avoid misunderstandings, some advertisers do not offer employment but rather supply the readers with manuals, directories and other materials designed to help their clients establish mail order selling and other businesses at home. Under NO circumstance should you send any money in advance or give the client your checking, license identification or credit card numbers. Also beware of ads that claim to guarantee loans regardless of credit and note that if a credit repair company does business only over the phone it’s illegal to request any money before delivering its service. All funds are based in U.S. dollars. 800 numbers may or may not reach Canada.
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