APRIL
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Welcome to the April 2016 edition of the Sandy Springs E-Newsletter, a publication that highlights news and events happening within the City. More information from City Hall can be found online at
sandyspringsga.gov. You can also telephone our Call Center 24 hours a day, seven days a week at 770-730-5600.
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SPECIAL ELECTION TO BE HELD TO FILL DISTRICT 3 COUNCIL SEAT
The City of Sandy Springs will hold a special election on Tuesday, May 24, 2016 to fill the seat left vacant by District 3 Councilmember Graham McDonald. McDonald resigned on March 11, 2016 to pursue the District 52 seat in the Georgia House of Representatives. Only registered voters who live in District 3 may vote in this election.
Qualifying for the special election will take place from April 13 - 15, 2016.
Early voting will take place at the North Fulton Annex building beginning May 2 - 20, 2016.
Election Day voting to fill the District 3 seat will take place on May 24, 2016 at Hammond Park in Community Room #2.
For full details, please visit the City's website - www.sandyspringsga.gov/vote. Interested in participating as a poll worker? See the ad at the bottom of this newsletter.
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ROAD WORK AHEAD!
To keep you informed of road work underway, we've created several ways you can check on what work is happening around the city. We'll post reminders monthly in this e-newsletter. However, you can check daily either on our website on our Road Work Advisory page (Residents tab - Road projects - or short URL:
http://spr.gs/roadwork) or via the Sandy Springs Works app (free in the app store) by clicking Road Work.
Coming up:
Beginning April 18, the intersection of Mt Vernon and Sandy Springs Circle will close completely for construction needed as part of the road improvements surrounding the City Springs development. The intersection is expected to reopen early summer. Detour signage will help direct your travel in the area. Click here to access the Road Work Advisory page and the detour maps. While the intersection is closed, the businesses in that area are OPEN for Business. We know they'll appreciate your continued patronage during this construction time.
Lane closures will continue primarily at night on Roswell Road from Cliftwood to Hammond Drive as new streetscape is installed.
Lane closures are also expected at night and on weekends at Riverside Drive and I-285 as the Ga. Dept of Transportation installs roundabouts.
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ESSAY CONTEST FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
Each year, the American Bar Association hosts a variety of Law Day activities. To mark
the 50th anniversary of perhaps the nation's best-known U.S. Supreme Court case, this year's Law Day theme is "Miranda: More than Words." The Miranda Warning, which was developed in response to this ruling, apprises suspects being interrogated by police of their right to remain silent and their right to legal representation.
The Sandy Springs Municipal Court and the Sandy Springs Bar Association will co-sponsor an essay contest for high school students following the theme, "Miranda: More than Words." The first place winner will receive $100, the second place winner will receive $75, and the third place winner will win $50. Entries will be judged on content, personal reflection, originality, craftsmanship and adherence to the theme. The deadline for entry is April 22, 2016.
Essays do not have to be longer than 500 words and students can submit their entries via email to:
entry@sandyspringsga.gov, or by mail: Law Day, c/o City of Sandy Springs, 7840 Roswell Road, Building 500, Sandy Springs, Georgia 30350.
For more information, visit the Law Day page on the City's website.
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CITY SPONSORS CHILD ADVOCACY PROGRAM
Stewards of Children is an award-winning child sexual abuse prevention training program meant to help adults protect children by learning about the risks and signs of potential abuse. This free training session will be held on
Wednesday, April 27 from 1 - 3 p.m.
at SSPD Headquarters. The training is provided in partnership with the Georgia Center for Child Advocacy.
Click here for more information to register
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RIBBON CUTTING AT LOST CORNER PRESERVE
More than 100 residents, members of the Sandy Springs City Council and City Staff gathered to officially open the City's newest park, Lost Corner Preserve. Located at the corner of Dalrymple and Brandon Mill Roads, the 24-acre preserve has a unique history dating back to the mid-1800's. The property was once a working farm, that has had only two owners since Native Americans owned the land. It is now a preserve featuring walking trails, a community garden, apiary, greenhouse and newly remodeled cottage available for rentals. For more information, visit the
City Parks page on the City's website.
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REGISTER FOR SUMMER CAMPS AND PROGRAMS
It's planning time for summer activities for the kids. Sandy Springs Recreation and Parks has a wide array of full-day camps and sports programs to fit almost every interest, including art-science camps, Claymation and anime/cartooning camps, and musical theater and Rock and Roll camps. New this year is a Nature Discovery Camp at our newest park, Lost Corner Preserve. To register for a program, visit registration.sandyspringsga.gov. First time users will need to create a family account - click the Sign - in button to begin the process.
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HEAD TO THE RIVER FOR CANOE, KAYAK AND SUP INTRO DAY
Celebrate spring on the river at this year's Canoe, Kayak and SUP Intro Day on Saturday, April 16 from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. at Morgan Falls Overlook Park, 200 Morgan Falls Road. Sandy Springs Recreation and Parks Department along with High Country, Inc. will host this event designed to introduce the community to paddling as a life sport.
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TAX RETURNS FILED FOR FREE AT THE COMMUNITY ASSISTANCE CENTER
Get your income tax returns prepared and filed for free at CAC! The CAC ensures the use of all eligible tax credits for maximum refunds and proper filing with Uncle Sam! The service is available to any household in the area earning up to $54,000 in 2015. Meet with a team of trained and certified volunteer tax preparers available through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program, an initiative of the IRS and the United Way. Tax filers will be seen by appointment only, Mondays & Wednesdays 4 pm - 7pm and Saturdays 10am- 2pm. Please call 770-552-4889 ext. 221 for an appointment or email vita@ourcac.org.
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CAC FOOD 'N' FUN FESTIVAL -
A FREE EVENT FOR FAMILIES!
Save the date for the Community Assistance Center's Food `n Fun Festival, on
Saturday, May 7 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at North Springs Charter High School! Bring family and friends to the free festival, or gather a group and participate in the team events! Team events include the Food Challenge, a community-wide food drive contest; the popular Shopping Cart Decorating Contest, and the 1/4 mile Hunger Awareness Walk!For more information
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BECOME A VOLUNTEER AT CAC
Become a volunteer at CAC and help our neighbors in need in Sandy Springs and Dunwoody! The Community Assistance Center (CAC) is a volunteer-driven nonprofit, providing services to neighbors by neighbors. Volunteers are needed to price clothing for the Thrift Boutique, sort donations, work in the food pantry, staff the reception desk and serve as client interviewers, Spanish speakers needed. Contact Debbie at
volunteer@ourcac.org.
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ACT3 PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS:
MOON OVER BUFFALO
Act3 Productions will present
Moon Over Buffalo from April 15-29 at Act3 Playhouse. Tickets are $15-$23 and may be purchased at
www.act3productions.org
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This madcap comedy centers on George and Charlotte Hay, fading stars of the 1950's.
On the brink of a disastrous split-up, they receive word that they might just have one last shot at stardom.
The performance schedule is: April 15, 16, 22, 23 at 8pm, April 24 at 3pm, April 29 and 30 at 8 pm. Group rates are available by calling 770-241-1905.
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FIRST ANNUAL FOOD THAT ROCKS
For one night only, more than 25 of the best local restaurants will be rocking the big tent! The first annual Food That Rocks, a Celebration of Sandy Springs, is set for
Saturday, May 14, 2016 for 7-11 p.m. at Hammond Park.
The all-inclusive event will provide food, wine, beer and cocktail tastes, local bands and benefit Sandy Springs-based charities Second Helpings, Ian's Friends Foundation and the Georgia Ovarian Cancer Alliance (GOCA).
Tickets are $55 per person in advance and $65 at the door, and may be purchased online at
www.FoodThatRocks.org.
The event is for 21 and older.
For a list of participating restaurants and/or sponsorship information, please visit www.FoodThatRocks.org or call 404-875-4434.
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NEIGHBORHOOD CONTACT UPDATE
so we can keep you updated on city related projects and activities.
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WHAT'S HAPPENING AT
HERITAGE SANDY SPRINGS
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RHYTHM & BREWS
Heritage Sandy Springs presents Rhythm & Brews: a celebration of local bands and local beers on Saturday, April 2 from 1-8:30 p.m. Visit Heritage Sandy Springs website for the lineup and ticket information.
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FARMERS MARKET OPENS FOR THE 2016 SEASON
Mark your calendar for Saturday, April 16! The Heritage Sandy Springs Farmers Market will return to its location at Century Springs East at 6100 Lake Forrest Drive for another delicious and nutritious season! The
Farmers Market will run every Saturday through October 29, 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Mini-markets with shortened hours are planned for November and December, weather permitting. Each Saturday market features live music and nearly 50 vendors offering an abundance of fresh, local produce, along with pasture-raised meat and pork products, farm fresh eggs and dairy products, and a wide variety of prepared foods.
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WE CELEBRATE NEW BUSINESSES, NEW LOCATIONS AND ANNIVERSARIES
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RIBBON CUTTING AT CHAI GALLERY
Members of the Sandy Springs Perimeter Chamber of Commerce helped welcome the Chai Gallery of Fine Art to its location at 5975 Roswell Road, next to the Sunflower Cafe in the Lowe's shopping center. Gallery owner Mark Jaffe, along with his family and co-workers, cut the ribbon at today's event.
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RIBBON CUTTING AT DANCE IT OFF'S NEW LOCATION
Members of the Sandy Springs Perimeter Chamber of Commerce along with City staff and employees and clients of Dance It Off participated in today's ribbon cutting welcoming the dance studio to its new location at Centre Court Shopping Center (next to Hunan Gourmet) on Sandy Springs Circle. Formerly located on Roswell Road just north of Abernathy Road, Dance It Off has been in Sandy Springs for the past five years.
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THE ZONING CORNER
Below are zoning petitions and upcoming meetings.
Please consult the interactive map and public meetings calendar on the City's website for updates.
(Legend:BoA = Board of Appeals: at City Hall, 7:00pm / CM1 = Community Meeting 1; CM2 = Community Meeting 2: schedule and location vary / PC = Planning Commission; MCC = Mayor and City Council: at City Hall, 6:00pm)
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Rezoning
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Address
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Applicant or Representative
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Request
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Community Meeting
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U16-0022
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2250 Dunwoody Club Drive
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Kimberly Simpson
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Request for a Use Permit for a private school (K-5, estimated 60 students)
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CM1: April 18, 2016 at 6:30pm
Dunwoody Community Church
2250 Dunwoody Club Drive
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RZ16-0087
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6691 Sunnybrook Lane and 0 Roswell Road
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Marc Lefkovits
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Rezoning from R-3 and AO to O-I
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CM2: TBD
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RZ16-0090
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8877 Roswell Road
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SRPF/North River LLC
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Rezoning from C-1 to C-1 with concurrent variances for a proposed grocery store
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CM2: TBD
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RZ16-0091
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5900 Peachtree-Dunwoody Road
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Regent Partners
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Rezoning from MIX to MIX for the development of a mixed use project including hotel, multifamily (approximately 260 units), and restaurants
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CM2: TBD
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RZ16-0092/
U16-0021
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5775 Peachtree-Dunwoody Road
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TSO PDP LP
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Rezoning from O-I to MIX for mixed-use project including office, hotel, and residential, with a use permit to increase the building height
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CM2: TBD
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