JANUARY
2017
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Citizen Response Center
770-730-5600
Answering calls 24 hours a day, seven days a week
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Welcome to the January 2017 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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CIVIL RIGHTS ICON XERNONA CLAYTON IS THE KEYNOTE SPEAKER FOR MLK DAY CELEBRATION
Mark your calendar and plan to attend the City of Sandy Springs' annual tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. scheduled for
Monday, January 16, 2017 at 10 a.m. at Sandy Springs City Hall located at 7840 Roswell Road, Building 500. Now in its 11th year, the event features inspirational tributes that capture and celebrate the spirit of Dr. King and reflect the diversity of the community. This year's Keynote Speaker will be Civil Rights icon, Xernona Clayton. Other speakers include Rabbi Analia Bortz (Congregation Or Hadash), Pastor Henry Bush (Sharon Community Church), Reverend Ricardo Green (Mount Vernon Presbyterian Church).
As part of the celebration, the City of Sandy Springs will present the 2017 Humanitarian Award honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The award recognizes an individual who embodies King's history of character and service.
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WINTER SAFETY
The best time to prepare for a winter storm is before the threat of ice and snow. Ready.gov/winter-weather is one resource you can use to prepare, providing a checklist of things you can do to be winter ready. We also encourage you to sign up for
Sandy Springs Alerts
. You can opt-in for emergency notifications and sign up for Smart911, providing first responders with information they to know about you and your family in an emergency. The City also uses social media to communicate during storm events. Be sure to "like us" on Facebook on Twitter @SandySpringsGA
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TRANSPORTATION
To keep you informed while road and intersection improvements are in the planning stages, the City hosts Public Information Meetings. These meetings provide you with an opportunity to review design plans, ask questions and voice any concerns you might have.
Upcoming in January:
LAST MILE CONNECTIVITY
Sandy Springs, Brookhaven, and Dunwoody, and the Perimeter Community Improvement District (PCID) are conducting a study related to last mile connectivity in and around the Perimeter area.
Last Mile Connectivity (LMC) addresses the connections between transit stops and stations or hubs, and final destinations such as residences, offices and retail areas. The Open House is scheduled for Thursday, January 26, 2017 from 6-8 p.m. at Northpark 400 Office Complex 1000 Abernathy Road. The organizations will host identical presentations at 6:15, 6:45, and 7:15 p.m. Maps, study recommendations, and other materials will be on display with staff members available to answer questions and take in feedback.
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THIS MONTH'S NEWS FROM
RECREATION AND PARKS
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RECREATION AND PARKS WINTER PROGRAM REGISTRATION
There are plenty of ways to keep active during the winter months. Registration is underway for all of the wonderful 2017 Winter Recreation Programs. There are a variety of youth and adult classes available, and registration is easy with the City of Sandy Springs online registration system. You can view all of the available events and classes and register
here
or call
770-730-5600
for additional information.
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MAKE YOUR RESERVATION FOR THE
ANNUAL DADDY DAUGHTER DANCE
Just in time for Valentine's Day, Daddy's and their little girls can have a night out on the town! The dance will feature music from both generations geared to the dads or father figures and daughters provided by a DJ.
Saturday, February 4, 2017, 6-8 p.m.
Location: Spalding Drive Charter Elementary
Min/max Participants: 50/125
Cost: $35/daddy-daughter includes keepsake photo; $10 each additional daughter
Event includes dance contests, musical games, complementary snacks and refreshments, keepsake photo, door prizes and a goodie bag for each girl. Attire is business casual to semi-formal. Registration is accepted on a first come, first serve basis until the event is full or February 3, 2017, whichever comes first. Open to all girls attending school in Sandy Springs. Spaces are limited so sign up early! Online Registration.
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HERITAGE SANDY SPRINGS WINTER CLASSICS SERIES
Held one
Sunday evening a month,
January 8, 2017's concert will feature
CoResonance, a string quartet that seamlessly blends classical, jazz, and pop music into an unique, engaging experience.
Heritage Winter Classics will take place in Heritage Hall on the lower level of the Heritage Sandy Springs at 6110 Blue Stone Road. Admission is $5 for members of Heritage Sandy Springs and $10 for non-members. Doors open at 4:00 p.m. with performances from 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. Cash bar available; no outside food or beverage permitted.
Free parking is available at the Heritage Sandy Springs lot on Blue Stone Road.
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HISTORY LECTURES AND OPEN HOUSE AT LOST CORNER
Join local historian Clarke Otten at Lost Corner Preserve and learn about the history of Sandy Springs.The lecture series is presented by Friends of Lost Corner (FOLC) and will be take place on the
The fourth Wednesday evening of the month from January through May at
7:30-8:30 pm.
January 25:
Indian Trails and Pioneer Tales 6,000 BC to 1800 AD
February 22: From Frontier Settlers to Community 1800-1860
March 22: Oak Grove (Sandy Springs) to the Civil Way 1861-1865
April 26: Post-war Reconstruction to Bedroom Community 1870-1960
May 24: Roads, Churches and Schools, Milestones of Community Development 1820-1960
Friends of Lost Corner will also present a
Secret History of Lost Corner
lecture followed by an Open House
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Sundays, February 5, March 5 & April 2, 2017
3-4:00 pm - Secret History of Lost Corner Lecture
Learn the history of this unique property and about the previous owners and how they helped to shape the Sandy Springs area.
4-5:00 pm - Open House
Visit with members of the Friends of Lost Corner organization and tour the early 20th century farmhouse complete with charming architectural touches inside including a large gas fireplace with built-in benches and detailed leaded glass windows.
For more information: 770-730-5600
Cost: $5.00 suggested donation to FOLC
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SAVE THE DATE FOR LEADERSHIP SANDY SPRINGS'
LIVE LEARN LEAD
Become a CEO for the city! Leadership Sandy Springs annual leadership series features Lee Fisher, President and CEO of CEO's for Cities. This year's event will be on Thursday, February 9, 2017 at Holy Innocents' Episcopal Church. Networking and appetizers at 6:30, program begins at 7:30. Learn how to share smart ideas and best practices, encourage growth and opportunity and produce collaborative change and economic success. To register: www.leadershipsandysprings.org/event/live-learn-lead
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SHOP, DONATE, VOLUNTEER AT THE NEW CAC BOUTIQUE
Great prices on clothes for the whole family, plus, accessories, home goods and now furniture! Donate your gently used clothing and home goods! Join our volunteer team! All sale proceeds support the Community Assistance Center, helping neighbors in need in Sandy Springs and Dunwoody since 1987.
Open Monday - Friday 10 am - 3 pm
First three Saturdays of the month, 9:30 am - 1:30 pm
8607 Roswell Road, Sandy Springs, GA 30350 - (678) 691-4466
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NEIGHBORHOOD CONTACT UPDATE
so we can keep you updated on city related projects and activities.
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WE CELEBRATE NEW BUSINESSES, NEW LOCATIONS AND ANNIVERSARIES
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JOHNSON FERRY ROAD BRIDGE NAMED FOR SENATOR ISAKSON
Mayor Paul, Cobb County Chairman Tim Lee and retired Georgia Department of Transportation board member Johnny Gresham participated in the ceremony dedicating the bridge on Johnson Ferry Road over the Chattahoochee River after Georgia Senator Johnny Isakson.
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RIBBON CUTTING AT CT COCINA & TAQUERIA
Staff and members of the Sandy Springs Perimeter Chamber of Commerce helped cut the ribbon officially opening CT Cocina & Taqueria to the City. Located at Abernathy Square on the corner of Roswell & Abernathy Roads, CT Cocina & Taqueria offers Mexican tacos and Latin Dishes with an international flavor. Open seven days a week, with daily specials and a full bar.
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RIBBON CUTTING AT TIFF'S TREATS
Tiff's Treats opened its latest location on Perimeter Center West. Known for their baked-to-order cookies available by delivery or pickup, this location partnered with the non-profit organization, Ian's Friends Foundation for their grand opening.
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RIBBON CUTTING AT PURE BARRE
Members of the Sandy Springs Perimeter Chamber of Commerce helped cut the ribbon welcoming Pure Barre to its latest location at 4920 Roswell Road. Pure Barre is a total body workout that utilizes the ballet barre to perform small, isometric movements, which burn fat and sculpt muscles.
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RIBBON CUTTING AT JUST YOGA
Just Yoga, a new "hot yoga" studio, celebrated its opening with a ribbon cutting and open house. Located at 205 Hildebrand Drive, Just Yoga's classes operate between 90-105 degrees F, and cover a wide range of rotating disciplines including: 26/2 Bikram, Vinyasa, Power, Flow, and more.
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RIBBON CUTTING AT CURRIES INDIAN BISTRO
Mayor Rusty Paul attended the grand opening ceremony welcoming Curries Indian Bistro to its new location on Peachtree Dunwoody Road (just north of Hammond Drive).
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THE ZONING CORNER
COMMUNITY MEETINGS
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Case No.
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Address
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Applicant/agent
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Request
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District
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Meeting
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RZ16-0104
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339, 349, 359, 369 Johnson Ferry Rd; 328, 338,348, 356 Hilderbrand Dr
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Monte Hewitt Homes (Adam Brown)
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Rezoning from O-I and R-3 to TR for a residential redevelopment
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3; Burnett
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CM2, TBD
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RZ16-0103
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1170 Hightower Trail
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Lefko (Marc Lefkovits)
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Rezoning from R-2 to O-I of an existing single-family structure for use as an office
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2; Dishman
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CM2, 01/09, 6:00pm, City Hall
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BOARD OF APPEALS (01/12, 6:00pm, CITY HALL)
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V16-0132 & DR16-0008
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6240 Roswell Rd
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Dennis Webb
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Variances from Overlay Standards to allow an accessory structure adjacent to a public street, and relief from driveway spacing and frontage standards in the Development Regulations to allow existing entryways to remain.
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3; Burnett
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V16-0146
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185 Northglenn Ct
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Chuck Grad
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Variance from Section 109-225 of the Development Regulations to allow for a deck in the 25-foot impervious surface setback associated with a stream buffer
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5; DeJulio
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V16-0152
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190 Colewood Wy
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Esperanza Tolosa
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Variance from Section 109-225 of the Development Regulations and Variance from Section 6.4.3C of the Zoning Ordinance for an existing carport to remain in the 75-foot impervious surface stream setback and in the minimum side yard.
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3; Burnett
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AP16-00006
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1165 Perimeter Center West
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Eloise May
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Appeal the denial of administrative permit AD16-00073, for a temporary structure
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3; Burnett
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MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL (0/17/2017, 6 P.M., CITY HALL)
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Case No.
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Address
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Applicant/agent
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Request
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District
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RZ16-0098
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6045, 6065, 6085, 6095, 6105 Glenridge Drive
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Betancourt Construction, LLC
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Request to rezone from R-2 to R-5 for the development of 20 single family dwellings
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3; Burnett
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RZ16-0092
U16-0021
U16-0025
DRI 2590
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5775 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd
(Peachtree Dunwoody Pavilion)
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TSO PDP LP
Agent: Carl Westmoreland
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Rezoning from O-I to MIX for mixed-use development including office (new and existing), a hotel and a residential building, with a use permit to increase the building height and a use permit for a college
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5; DeJulio
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PLANNING COMMISSION (01/19/2017, 6 P.M., CITY HALL)
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Case No.
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Address
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Applicant/agent
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Request
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District
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RZ16-0090
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8765, 8800, and 8877 Roswell Road and 0 Dunwoody Place (North River Shopping Center)
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SRPF A/North River LLC
Agent: Carl Westmoreland & Jessica Hill
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Rezone from C-1 to C-1 for an existing shopping center and the development of a proposed grocery store with concurrent variances
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2; Dishman
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