Honor Those Who Have Served at the City's Annual Veterans Day Tribute
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The City’s annual Veteran’s Day Celebration will take place on the City Green on
Monday, November 11, 2019 at 11:30 a.m.
This year's event will feature keynote speaker U.S. District Court Judge J.P. Boulee. Judge Boulee is a former captain in the U.S. Army Judge Advocate General Corps. The 116th Army Band Brass Quintet is part of this year's program, and retired WSB-TV anchor John Pruitt returns as emcee for the event. Free parking in the City Springs parking deck.
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PATH 400 Extension Public Meeting
Wednesday, November 6, 2019 at 6 p.m. at City Hall
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The City will host a Public Information Open Meeting regarding the proposed Path 400 Multiuse Trail Extension on November 6, 2019. The purpose of this meeting is to provide the public with an opportunity to view the trail plan, ask questions, and comment on the project. There will be a short presentation, followed by the open house. To read the full release, visit the
City and News Media page
on the City's website.
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The U.S. Census Bureau is Hiring in Our Area!
Are you looking for ways to help your community?
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The U.S. Census Bureau is currently hiring temporary positions for the 2020 Census in our area. All 2020 Census jobs are temporary, and the largest number of positions available are for census takers. Pay rates vary by area. By working for the Census Bureau, you can help them reach their goal for the 2020 Census to ensure everyone is counted. Census counts have a huge impact on our community. The 2020 Census data will be used to determine how more than $675 billion from more than 100 government programs are distributed to states and localities, including
Sandy Springs
. The data influences choices made about which roads are fixed, where schools are built and businesses opened, what medical services are offered, and more. If you’re interested, please visit the Census Bureau job site to apply. You’ll also be able to see descriptions and frequently asked questions at
2020census.gov/jobs
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Pedestrian Improvements Underway
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Sidewalks and landscaping are being installed on the westside of Sandy Springs Circle between Johnson Ferry Road and Mt Vernon Hwy. Construction will start later this fall.
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World Water Monitoring Day with
Springmont Montessori School Students
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In September, the City celebrated World Water Monitoring Day by hosting a water testing activity for ten students from the Springmont Montessori School, grades 1 – 8, at Big Trees Forest Preserve. Before testing water quality in creek, the students learned about the
water cycle, runoff, and indicators of stream health. The students conducted water monitoring in one of the streams running through the park, which included testing for turbidity, pH levels, temperature, and dissolved oxygen levels. The students were educated about what their testing results revealed about the quality of water in the stream.
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NeighborWoods Program Was a Success
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The City’s Front Yard Tree program that provides free front yard trees to Sandy Springs residents has reached capacity for this year's planting season. Interested homeowners are encouraged to look out for the program next year. The project is part of a NeighborWoods program in conjunction with Trees Atlanta. There is no cost to the homeowner for the trees, but maintenance (primarily watering) is the homeowner’s responsibility. To learn more,
visit the
City's website.
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Be Prepared: Free CPR Training Class
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If a life-threatening emergency occurred, would you know what to do? Basic knowledge of CPR has been proven to give people the ability to save the lives of their loved ones. The Sandy Springs Fire Department is committed to protecting and saving lives in our community and is offering a free, hands-only, CPR & AED training on
Saturday, November 16, 2019, from 10 a.m. to noon
at City Hall. Want more information?
Please email:
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Construction activity is increasing related to the Georgia Department of Transportation’s Transform 285/400 project. Keep up to date on planned road closures and activities on the
City’s Road Work Advisory page
– or have notices delivered to your email or phone by signing up for
Sandy Springs Alerts
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THIS MONTH AT CITY SPRINGS
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Lee Haney Games 2019
November 2
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The Lee Haney Games is an annual NPC National Qualifier in bodybuilding. This is the 5th year of the Lee Haney Games in the metro area and a highlight of the Georgia NPC USA Bodybuilding year.
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Elegant Elf Marketplace 2019
November 9-10
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The Elegant Elf Marketplace is a destination event for holiday shoppers. This stylish two-day gift market features more than 90 carefully selected vendors who offer hand-crafted items, exquisite artistic creations and the latest gourmet delights – all perfect for gift giving, home decor or personal enjoyment.
The Elegant Elf Marketplace is the premier fundraiser for the
Sandy Springs Society.
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For the Love Podcast
November 12
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Jen Hatmaker is bringing her popular podcast, For The Love, to City Springs and record her latest episodes in front of a live audience! She will be joined in Atlanta by special guests, Knox & Jamie from Popcast, and together they will create an unforgettable Podcast episode that YOU get to be a part of!
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Roswell Dance Theatre's The Nutcracker
November 29-December 8
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Join us for a timeless holiday tradition! Travel with Clara and her Prince through a strange new world. Gorgeous costumes, magical scenery, beloved music and exquisite dancing in this classic production of the Nutcracker that will delight guests of all ages.
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Next Month It Will Be Easier to Register to Play
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In December, visitors to the City's
Recreation and Parks registration page
will notice some big changes. The new registration site will be easier to navigate and offer features to streamline the registration process. For example, you will be able to filter programs to only view those suitable for each child you are registering. Profile information will migrate to the new site, but users will be notified by email when it is time to set up a new password. The current site will remain active at least through the end of November for users wishing to make copies of receipts or program registration history as that will not carry over to the new system.
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Finding Gardening Inspiration Through Shared Ideas
Monday, November 4, from 7-8:30 p.m.
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Location: Lost Corner Preserve
This class showcases North Fulton Master Gardeners’ gardens providing gardeners with ideas and inspiration that they can bring to their own home garden. The class is not a detailed “how-to” but an overview of the possible. The class will demonstrate that gardening is as varied as your individual creativity and the fun is in the discovery, the failures and the success. Additional information/registration:
friendsoflostcorner.org
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Photography Club
Tuesday, November 5, from 6-8 p.m.
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Location: Lost Corner Preserve
Whether you are looking to improve your photography or simply want to
begin using more than your camera’s automatic setting, join like-minded individuals at the Sandy Springs Photography Club. We cover the basic techniques of operating a camera and discuss the artistic principles that lead to great photographs. The goal of our club is to help you develop your abilities and we welcome complete beginners. Cost: FREE
Age Range: 14 years old-Adult
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NATURE EDUCATION AND CRAFT PROGRAMS
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Stick Gathering Stroll and Marshmallow Roast
Friday, November 15, from 9 - 10:30 a.m.
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Take a guided nature walk on the hillside trail, and collect sticks for a fire in the park’s beautiful fire pit. Marshmallows provided! Meet at Overlook fire pit.
Location: Morgan Falls Overlook Park, 200 Morgan Falls Road
All Ages –
Cost: Free
Weather Permitting
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Watershed Walk & Talk - Macroinvertebrates
Tuesday, November 19, from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
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Did you know that there is a whole world of bugs in our streams that can tell us a lot about how clean the water is? We will sample the creek for insects that scientists use to connect biodiversity in the ecosystem with the amount of pollutants in the stream. Join us for some invertebrate inquiry!
Location: Lost Corner Preserve
Cost: Free
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Art in the Park - Poinsettia
Saturday, November 23 from 2-5 p.m.
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Location:
Hammond Community Building
Art classes and parties aren't just for kids! Let the natural beauty of Hammond Park inspire grown-ups to get in touch with their inner artist! Art in the Park is perfect for individuals feeling creative, or birthdays, bridal showers, baby showers and corporate events. Each month features a different canvas painting – collect them all! Painting session is only $30 but registration is required:
registration.sandyspringsga.gov
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Alcohol is not permitted at this location.
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Full STEAM Ahead! - Art and Science Fall Break Camp
Date: November 25-27 from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
(no before or after care)
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Location;
Hammond Community Building
This combo camp will feature Fall & Holiday-themed Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math activities to spark the imaginations of campers. Each day will be packed with awesome mixed media visual arts activities along with engaging STEM-certified science and technology experiments. This camp is designed to keep children entertained, engaged and having fun all day! Cost: $145/week
Ages: 6-12 year olds
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Here is a list of the cases that will be presented at Community Meetings in
November 2019
. Meetings will be held at City Hall, except where noted. For the most up-to-date information, please visit our
interactive map
and
public meetings calendar
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City Council Meeting –11/5/19
No Planning & Zoning business scheduled at this time.
City Council Meeting –11/19/19
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Analysis of Impediments (AI) to Fair Housing Choice Public Hearing –
CDBG participants must certify that they have completed an AI to Fair Housing and that they are working to ensure fair housing choices in their communities. The AI is due to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development every five years. Sandy Springs City Council approved its first AI in 2010 and updated it in 2015. The City must adopt an updated AI in 2020. The first public hearing will take place on November 11, 2019.
Board of Appeals - 11/12//19
V19-0020, 8040 River Circle –
Request for a Variance from Sec. 2.2.2 of the Development Code to allow for a 7.5’ encroachment into the side setback for the purpose of constructing an addition
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Planning Commission Meeting - 11/26/19
Cancelled
– no cases scheduled at this time.
Community Meetings I & II
November Community Meetings I
TBD.
November Community Meetings II
No Community Meetings II scheduled at this time.
The Sandy Springs Board of Appeals and the Sandy Springs Planning Commission meet on the 2nd TUESDAY and the 4th TUESDAY of each month, respectively. Please check the
Public Meetings Calendar for monthly agendas.
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Board of Appeals meetings and Planning Commission meetings are held at
Sandy Springs City Hall, 1 Galambos Way, Sandy Springs, GA 30328.
If you have questions related to these meetings, contact us by emailing
PZ@SandySpringsga.gov
or by phone at 770-730-5600.
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This newsletter is prepared by the City of Sandy Springs. You can learn more about the City on our website 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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