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Telephone: 678-691-1200
147 Technology Pkwy, Suite 200,
Peachtree Corners, GA 30092
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City Calendar
- Mar. 17
- City Council Meeting, 7 p.m.
- Mar. 18
- Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting, 7 p.m.
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pr. 14 - Planning Commission Meeting, 7 p.m.
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Apr. 21 - City Council Meeting, 7 p.m.
All meetings held at City Hall,
147 Technology Parkway,
Suite 200,
Peachtree Corners, GA 30092
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News from the County
Simpsonwood Becomes County's Newest Park
Gwinnett County has closed on the $14 million purchase of Simpsonwood from the North Georgia Conference of the United Methodist Church.
Funded by SPLOST, the Simpsonwood acquisition preserves green space and provides passive recreational opportunities for Gwinnett residents.
The 223-acre Simpsonwood property is predominantly forested with hardwood and evergreen trees with approximately 2,140 linear feet of river frontage along the Chattahoochee River.
A timeline has not yet been established for planned improvements to the park property. The first step in the process is to develop a park master plan, which is anticipated to begin within the year.
For more information contact Gwinnett County Parks and Recreation Department, 770-822-8840.
(This news is posted on Gwinnett County website.)
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City Adds 38 New Businesses
in February
City Hall processed new business tax certificates for a variety of businesses last month including a fitness training facility, dental office and convenience store.
For a complete list of the 38 businesses along with their contact information,
please click here.
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A retaining wall on the Peachtree Parkway/Peachtree Industrial Boulevard access road was recently tagged with graffiti.
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Graffiti in Your Neighborhood?
Code Enforcement addresses a wide range of issues that affect the environment, health, safety, property values and general well-being of Peachtree Corners.
Graffiti is one of those violations that is not only an eyesore, but also has an adverse effect on property values. This code can be found in Sec. 302 (Exterior areas) of the International Property Maintenance Code 302.9 Defacement of property.
No person shall willfully or wantonly damage, mutilate, or deface any exterior surface of any structure or building on any private or public property by placing thereon any marking, carving, or graffiti.
It shall be the responsibility of the owner to restore said surface to an approved state of maintenance and repair.
Also, note that if any graffiti is observed on any structures located in the city's right of way, please contact the Public Works Department @ 678-691-1200.
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| A Peachtree Corners home on Holcomb Way was recently tagged with graffiti. |
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Mayor Mason (second from right) accepts a donation from the UPCCA. Pictured with the mayor: Gay Shook, past UPCCA board member, Debbie Mason, director, Scott Hilton, president and Greg Ramsey, the city's public works director.
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City Receives $26,000 Donation from UPCCA
Tuesday, Feb. 11, turned out to be a proud day for United Peachtree Corners Civic Association (UPCCA. The organization's president Scott Hilton, its director, Debbie Mason and past board member Gay Shook were able to deliver a check in the amount of $26,000 to the City of Peachtree Corners.
The funds represented what remained from contributions collected over the 11-year period when Peachtree Parkway Improvement Project, a UPCCA committee, maintained the 17 medians on Peachtree Parkway from the split at Peachtree Industrial Boulevard to the Chattahoochee River.
The money has been earmarked for a beautification project on the north end of Peachtree Parkways as you enter the city heading southbound.
Until recently, it was up to the volunteers of the Peachtree Parkway Improvement Project (PPIP) committee to collect contributions from businesses along the busy artery to fund the upkeep of Peachtree Parkway. Read more ...
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Did you know that each time Peachtree Corners households recycles, they are eligible to receive valuable coupons and savings offers from local merchants
Here's how it works: A RFID chip is attached to your recycle bin that is coded with your address which gets scanned each time you place your recyclables out to be collected.
Once your household bin is scanned as an active recycler, you'll be eligible for savings certificates and prizes.
The recycling rewards program is managed by Waste Pro.
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Look around your car's A-pillars. Did you know your A-pillar can hide a person?
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Take the
Three-Count
Stop Sign
Challenge
Do you always come to a complete stop at a stop sign? Often drivers think they've stopped when they've really crept through the intersection without coming to a complete stop.
Here is an easy way to make sure you've stopped completely. It's called the "3 Count Challenge."
- Stop
- Count to 3
- Look all ways
- Proceed
By stopping, counting to three, and moving you head around blind spots, you can reduce the lielihood of a collision.
Make it muscle memory and do it with every stop sign everywhere. Teach your kids. Have them count with you. It's never too early to teach good habits.
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News from Around the Corners
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Thanks for reading "Inside Peachtree Corners," the city's monthly e-newsletter. Please share this issue with any of your neighbors who may not have subscribed.
Did you know that all of the past issues of the newsletter are available on the city's website?
Visit www.peachtreecornersga.gov, then locate the "News" tab at the top of the home page and select "Newsletter Archive" in the pull down menu.
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Mayor Mike Mason
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Three Questions for the Mayor
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Q: When will the developer break ground on the new Town Center?
A: This is an exciting project, and one that will be a centerpiece for the city. The developer, Fuqua Development, is expected to break ground on the 20.6 acre tract in the fall and it's expected to be complete in late 2017.The Town Center will feature retail, restaurants, a movie theater, town homes - and a two-acre town green for community gatherings and events.
In a survey taken last year, an overwhelming number of residents ranked the creation of a town center with green space as a top priority for the city. The property was once destined to become a 270+ garden apartment development until the city stepped in to purchase this undeveloped tract of land.
You can find more information about the plans for the Town Center on the city's website, www.peachtreecornersga.gov. Click on the link labeled "City Projects" and located near the top left side of the homepage.
Q: What is the purpose of Livable Center Initiative (LCI) Study?
A: Paul Duke, who is considered the founder of Peachtree Corners, had an idea in the late 1960s for a community that would incorporate a place that people could live, work and play to reduce the need for long commutes. It is considered one of the first planned community concept to be developed in the country.
It's been over 50 years since those plans were put to paper. Our needs have changed, residents are looking for a wider variety of housing choices and more pedestrian-friendly means, such as walking and cycling trails in the city.
The study also looked at ways to address our traffic issues, especially along Peachtree Parkway, and finding ways to refresh and redevelop the city's aging commercial, retail and office buildings.
Among the first projects to get underway will be the development of a bicycle path plan and the design for a bridge over Peachtree Parkway to connect the Town Center to the Forum. Grant money is available to assist with these and a number of the projects identified in the study
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What is the next step for the development of the 6 1/2 acres located on the corner of Peachtree Parkway and Peachtree Corners Circle?
A: The Planning Commission is expected to review the plans for this project at its March meeting. Then the Commissions' review, and any recommendations, will go before the City Council at its April meeting for a final decision. The property is owned by Charlie Roberts, who plans on adding a restaurant, retail space, and eventually a hotel.
Click here to see preliminary renderings and plans for the project.
You can review information about the Town Center, the LCI and the Roberts Property development on the city's website, www.peachtreecornersga.gov. Look for the link on homepage labeled "City Projects" which is located near the top left side of the homepage.
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Comcast to Expand Regional Headquarters in Peachtree Corners
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| Mayor Mike Mason (front row, second from left) was invited to the state capitol to be a part of Gov. Nathan Deal's announcement that Comcast was expanding its Peachtree Corners headquarters. |
On Tuesday Feb. 17, 2015 Gov. Nathan Deal announced that Comcast, the nation's largest video, high-speed Internet and phone provider to residential customers has selected the City of Peachtree Corners as the site of its new regional headquarters, adding 150 new jobs and relocating the company's existing 532 full-time local employees.
Comcast will occupy four floors of the 7-story Wells building located at 6200 The Corners Parkway. The company is one of the state's largest employers with over 4,000 employees operating nearly 190 facilities, offices and call centers statewide.
The news was jointly announced by the governor's office, the Georgia Department of Economic Development and Gwinnett Chamber Economic Development. Read more ...
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Winters Chapel Corridor Study Draws Big Crowd
Nearly 200 residents participate in the joint Peachtree Corners/Dunwoody workshop
The Fellowship Hall of the Winters Chapel United Methodist Church was brimming with activity Tuesday (Feb. 24) evening with nearly 200 residents and business owners and operators from both Peachtree Corners and Dunwoody.
They came to participate in a workshop to provide their input on ways to improve Winters Chapel Road, the heavily traveled corridor that winds its way through both cities.
The cities of Peachtree Corners and Dunwoody launched the joint study this year to discover ways to improve pedestrian safety, increase road safety and enhance the appearance of the 2 1/2 mile road that runs from Peachtree Industrial Boulevard to Spalding Drive. Read more ...
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Construction Projects in Peachtree Corners
In lieu of responding to questions from the public, this month I wanted to take an opportunity to highlight a few new businesses that are under construction here in Peachtree Corners.
Taco Bell (5460 Peachtree Parkway):
We have a new fast food restaurant under construction within the parking lot with Arby's and Wendy's Peachtree Parkway. This new restaurant will provide fast casual dining for the employees of the businesses within city and for the community.
Slingshot Entertainment (6344 Cash Court):
Slingshot Entertainment is presently under construction within the old BJ Warehouse Club store located at 6344 Cash Court (across from the Zaxby's and Racetrack on Jimmy Carter Blvd). This project consists of a complete interior remodel of the 127,972-ft2 building to include conference space, a bowling alley, bar and restaurant, indoor electric go-cart track and adult obstacle course. This will be the entertainment venue for our community.
Noble Fin (5260 Peachtree Parkway):
Located on the old Dreamland BBQ pad in front of Earth Fare will be Noble Fin, a steak and seafood restaurant.
Unfortunately we cannot single out every one of our new businesses in Peachtree Corners, but the above three constitute commitments from their owners to invest in our community. Taco Bell and Noble Fin will be new buildings from the ground up and Slingshot Entertainment is complete interior renovation of a previously vacant large building. These three projects showcase what we hope will be a continual resurgence of our construction industry.
Please follow this section of the e-newsletter for announcements from the Building Division for Building Safety Month in May. During the month of May, your Building Division will hold a series of training classes for the public on permitting and building residential decks.
Don Wilkins, Building Official, dwilkins@peachtreecornersga.gov
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Sewer Line to be Replaced in Peachtree Corners Neighborhood
Beginning this month Gwinnett County Department of Water Resources (DWR) will begin work on replacing aging sewer pipes on several Peachtree Corners streets.
The existing 30-year-old pipes will be replaced on Gunnin Road, Ranger Court and Spalding Drive.
Residents may notice pipes being delivered, and utility markings a few weeks before work begins.
Work will be performed along one street at a time and not throughout the neighborhood all at once and will be performed Monday - Friday during daylight hours. However, some weekend days may be allowed if necessary.
During construction one lane of the road will be open at all times and the contractor will ensure homeowners have access to their driveways.
The work is expected to take 11 months to complete.
For more information contact Roxsann Bowles, DWR Project Manager, 678-376-6898 or 678-906-9558 (cell).
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| Mayor Mike Mason (right) joins Noble Village Senior Living Center Community Relations Director Julie Amerson and owners Tim and Tony Gary for a ground-breaking ceremony. |
Senior Living Center Set to Open
in late May
An aging-in-place facility is one residential component that's been missing in Peachtree Corners. But that need will be filled within a few months with the opening of Noble Village Senior Living Center on Spalding Drive.
The facility, expected to open the end of May, will offer cottages, apartments for independent living as well as assisted living for up to 200 residents age 55 and over.
Noble Village is located at 5701 Spalding Drive, Peachtree Corners, GA 30092. For more information call 770-416-0502 or visit www.noblevillage-spalding.com
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