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Craving Connections
Staying connected with our neighbors, our neighborhood and our community is a basic need we all crave. In the latter part of the 20th century we moved away from the live, work, play concept and chose instead to spend countless hours in our cars commuting from home to work. Thankfully, we've begun to see the pendulum swing back in favor of connectivity.
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| New Townhomes Planned for Jay Bird Alley |
At its most recent meeting the Peachtree Corners City Council approved the plans for a 100-townhome development on 15 acres on Parkway Lane and Jay Bird Alley. The homes will average 2,400 square feet and are expected to be priced in the low $300,000s. The townhome development will feature a pool and clubhouse and a 10 foot wide multi-use trail that will eventually connect with the city's community wide multi-use trail system.
The tract of land was originally zoned for commercial use, but was rezoned for townhomes in keeping with the city's plans to offer homes that appeal to millennial buyers and empty nesters. The first homes in the development are expected to be finished within 18 months.
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City to Add New Safety Crosswalks
The Public Works Department in the City of Peachtree Corners will soon be starting projects to improve pedestrian safety on two of its busiest collector roads.
Research has shown that simply marking a crosswalk across the road at non signalized intersections does not improve pedestrian safety, and in some cases actually makes crossing more dangerous. As a result, innovative methods need to be considered where the vehicular traffic can be stopped to allow a safer crossing for pedestrians.
Projects like this involve incorporating additional signage for vehicles and pedestrians, pavement markings, possibly raised islands or paved areas on the shoulders, etc. We're including several pictures to highlight some of those options.
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Utility Construction Project Underway
AT&T has submitted an application for a utility construction permit to add underground equipment and service lines.The project will affect neighborhoods along East Jones Bridge Road, north S.R. 141 (Wellington Lake Drive, Everett Court), Bush Road and Medlock Bridge Road.
All rights of way in these areas will be marked with the existing utility locations over the next few weeks and work will be confined to the right of way. All impacts to the existing grounds, lawns and landscaping will be replaced in kind. If there are any complaints from property owners, they can reach AT&T at 1-800-278-8213. For questions contact Public Works Director Greg Ramsey; gramsey@peachtreecornersga.gov.
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Fortune 500 Company Relocates to Peachtree Corners
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Gwinnett Chairman Charlotte Nash, Mayor Mike Mason and Level (3) leaders celebrate the opening of its new operations center.
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Level (3) Communications, a leading global telecommunications provider recently celebrated the expansion of its operations into Peachtree Corners' Technology Park. The announcement represents 350+ jobs that are moving into the city.
"The company's decision to choose Technology Park as the site for its relocation further illustrates that Peachtree Corners is a top-10 regional job hub," said Mayor Mike Mason.
Learn More
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Robert Brannen with Gwinnett County Extension Office spoke at the city's Dec. 3 stormwater workshop.
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Residents Learn Gardening, Landscaping Tips at Workshop
Robert Brannen of the UGA and Gwinnett County Extension Office spoke to Peachtree Corners residents Dec. 3 at City Hall about lawn care with integrated pest management, especially as it relates to the watershed.
The topics included gardening, landscaping, and creating a healthy environment in backyards.
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Do I Need a Permit to Re-Roof
My House?
Planning to replace your home's roof yourself or hiring a contractor to do the work? The Building Department can help you through the process. Click on the link below marked "Learn More" to find the answers to these questions and many more.
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City Adds 29 New Businesses in November
City Hall processed new business tax certificates for a variety of businesses last month including a sushi restaurant, an event planning facility and a landscaping service.
For a complete list of the 29 businesses along with contact information,
please click
here.
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Bring One in For the Chipper
You can be one of the many residents that will help chip trees into mulch at the largest Christmas tree recycling event in Georgia.
Recycling your Christmas tree keeps trees out of landfills by recycling them into mulch. This effort saves precious landfill space and provides an easy and environmentally conscious solution for residents.
Learn Where to Recycle Your Tree
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How to Prepare Recyclables
To ensure cardboard boxes are collected each week, be sure to breakdown and flatten all boxes and place in recycle bin.
For other recyclable items:
- RINSE all bottles and cans, lids and labels may remain on.
- FLATTEN plastic jugs and plastic bottles
- BREAK DOWN and FLATTEN corrugated cardboard
Set your recyclables at the curb by 7 a.m. on Mondays.
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Calling All U.S. Veterans
Plans for a monument to honor Peachtree Corners veterans are well underway. A website has recently been launched by the Peachtree Corners Veterans Monument Committee where your be able to keep up to date with the latest developments. Visit
www.ptcvets.net/
If you are a U.S. Veteran or have a family member who has or is serving, send an email to Communications Director, Judy Putnam, at
jputnam@peachtreecornersga.gov with the veteran's full name, branch of service, dates of service and daytime phone number..
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| Fire and Police Safety Tips |
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As you deck the halls this holiday season, be fire smart. A small fire that spreads to a Christmas tree can grow large very quickly.
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Did you know the day after Christmas I can walk down your street, and tell you what you received for Christmas?
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Thank you for subscribing to "Inside Peachtree Corners." We always enjoy hearing from our readers. Please let us know if you've any questions or suggestions on ways to improve the newsletter.
In addition to the newsletter, you will find news and announcements posted on the City's website, www.peachtreecornersga.gov, please take a moment and visit the website between issues to keep up with the "News from Around the Corners."
Judy Putnam
The City of Peachtree Corners
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