 JUNE
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 Citizen Response Center 770-730-5600
Answering calls 24 hours a day,
seven days a week
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6/1 | 6:00 p.m. | City Council
Regular Meeting
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Work Session | City Hall |
6/7 | 6:30 p.m. | Councilmember Meinzen McEnerny Town Hall Meeting | Holy Spirit Preparatory School |
6/8 | 9:00 a.m. | Design Review Board
Regular Meeting | City Hall |
6/10 | 7:00 p.m. | Board of Appeals
Regular Meeting | City Hall |
6/15 | 6:00 p.m. | City Council
Regular Meeting
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Work Session | City Hall |
6/17 | 7:00 p.m. | Planning Commission
Regular Meeting | City Hall |
6/22 | 9:00 a.m. | Design Review Board
Regular Meeting | City Hall |
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6/22 |
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Community Zoning
Information Meeting |
City Hall |
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Greetings from the City of Sandy Springs!
Welcome to the June 2010 edition of the Sandy Springs E-Blast. The purpose of this newsletter is to provide the residents and visitors of Sandy Springs information regarding the City's accomplishments, current projects and goals for the future. For more information about these and other projects, please visit the City's Web site at www.sandyspringsga.org. You may also address any questions or concerns to our Citizen Response Center at 770-730-5600, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. |
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SANDY SPRINGS TO ASSESS FLOODPLAIN, REDRAW MAPS
In the United States and in Georgia, flooding is the number
one natural disaster. To identify flood hazards and the risks they pose,
the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) develops flood hazard
maps, officially known as Flood Insurance Rate Maps or FIRMS.
FEMA is now working with the State and the City of Sandy Springs to
update or revise the FIRMS from Buford Dam to Coweta County, which
includes the City of Sandy Springs. This will produce a better
assessment of the Chattahoochee River Basin's current flood risk and
will allow officials to develop a more comprehensive approach to
mitigate damage brought on by flooding.
The new flood maps are targeted to become effective in the fall of 2011.
Prior to that, residents are urged to attend regular meetings, voice
their opinions during the review and comment period and investigate
flood insurance requirements. Some property owners with mortgages may
face new flood insurance requirements while others may find the
requirements have been lifted. Flood insurance is a federally
underwritten program that can help property owners repair or replace
their structures and belongings after a flood.
View full release >>
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SANDY SPRINGS WINS PRESTIGIOUS PIONEER AWARD
 The City of Sandy Springs is a runner up in the Pioneer
Institute's 2010 Better Government Competition Awards. Nominated for its
public-private partnership, since its incorporation in 2005, the City
of Sandy Springs has operated with the majority of staff employed by the
private company, CH2M HILL. The result is the lowest per capita ratio
(1.51 per 1,000 residents) of municipal employees in the state of
Georgia. Now in its 19th year, Pioneer's Better Government Competition
showcases innovative ideas and programs to improve the efficiency and
effectiveness of government.
The award will be presented on Friday, June 18, 2010.
View full release >>
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CITY COMPLETES PAVING PROJECTS
The Public Works Department will
complete Phase II of the 2010 Capital Paving this week. The work began in
early April for the LARP Contract with Blount Construction and CW Matthews
Contracting for the Capital Paving. |
Open House on Johnson Ferry/Roswell Road/ Mt. Vernon Project The City of Sandy Springs will be hosting a Public Information Open House on June 21st from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. at the Dorothy Benson Senior Center to present concept layouts as part
of the Johnson Ferry Road Earmark Project (T-0011). The concepts will
focus on improvements located in the area of Roswell Road/SR 9, Johnson Ferry
Road and Mt. Vernon Road. More Information on the Johnson Ferry Road Earmark Project
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HAZARDOUS WASTE AND ELECTRONICS RECYCLING EVENT
 Keep Sandy Springs Beautiful is sponsoring a Hazardous Waste and
Electronics Recycling Event on Saturday, June 12, 2010. This event will provide
Sandy Springs residents a safe way to dispose of unwanted hazardous waste and
electronics.
WHEN:
Saturday, June 12, 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
This event is open to City of Sandy Springs residents who are not businesses or
contractors. Preregistration is required. To register, please click here.
WHERE:
Former Tom Jumper Chevrolet Building
7200 Roswell Road, Sandy
Springs.
The following items will be accepted: Paint, Varnishes, Stains, Lacquers, Kerosene, Acetone, Aerosols,
Pesticides, Herbicides, Oil, Antifreeze, Propane Cylinders, Fire Extinguishers,
Batteries, Pool Chemicals, Computer Monitors, Microwave Ovens, Stereos,
Laptops, Copiers, Printers, Disk Drives, VCRs, Laptops, Camcorders, Telephones,
Cameras, CD players, Portable Radios, Fax Machines, Cell Phones, Projectors and
Scanners.
The following items will not be accepted: Yard Debris, Medical Waste, Smoke Detectors, Ammunition,
Console/Projection TVs, Refrigerators, Washers, Dryers, Ovens, Freezers,
Humidifiers, De-Humidifiers, Power Equipment, Tires and Household Trash.
Note: There will be a $10 charge for each television.
For more information, please contact Keep Sandy Springs
Beautiful at 770-551-7766.
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RECREATION AND PARKS NEWS
SCHOLARSHIPS SET FOR RECREATION
PROGRAMS
The
Friends of Sandy Springs Foundation plans to award more than 300 scholarships
to
qualified children for the city's summer camps and other recreational
programs
and activities. The scholarships are made possible thanks to a donation
from Cox Enterprises. Students
can qualify for assistance if they attend public school, are eligible
for free
or reduced price meals at school, live in Sandy Springs and have a
parent or
guardian who requests the scholarship.
A
committee of recreation and parks staff will determine recipients. To
apply, visit the city Web site at www.sandyspringsga.org,
or call
770-206-2035.
THIS
MONTH'S FEATURED RECREATIONAL ACTIVITY - DANCE SOCIALSaturday, June 5 - Zumbation dance social will be held in the
multi-purpose room at Hammond Park Gymnastics Center. Ages 15 and up are
invited to come dance, socialize, meet and greet in a relaxed easy
atmosphere. All levels welcome from novice to advanced. Light hors d' oeuvres and refreshments will be served. Event
time is 7:00 - 9:30 p.m. and the fee is $10.00. Registration is available online
at www.activenet.active.com/sandyspringsga.
ACCIDENT INSURANCE OPTION TO BE OFFERED FOR
RECREATION PARTICIPANTSThe
Sandy Springs Recreation and Parks Department takes every precaution possible
to ensure the safety and well being of its participants. With this in mind, the Recreation and Parks
Department will soon begin offering optional recreational accident insurance to
its participants. The insurance will be available for purchase online during
registration or in person. Participation is optional. The
accident insurance will provide coverage for one year in any activities
under the jurisdiction and supervision of the Sandy Springs Recreation and
Parks Department. The cost will be $6.30 for a youth participant (ages 17 and under) and $13.55 for adults (ages 18 and up.) For more
information, call 770-206-2035. SUMMER
RECREATION PROGRAMS AND CAMPSRegistration
for the Recreation and Parks Department's summer recreation programs and camps
continues and is available online 24 hours a day! Hours
for walk-in registration are Monday through Friday between 10:00 a.m. and 12:00
p.m. or 1:30 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. There are summer fun opportunities for all ages -- preschool, youth, teens and adults! Download the Summer 2010 Recreation and Parks brochure (pdf) UP THE RIVER OUTFITTERS PROVIDES ON THE WATER ADVENTURES Residents can now enjoy a fun-filled day taking in the sun and
experiencing all the natural beauty the "Hooch" has to offer. Whether you like
to float in tubes, canoe or kayak, Up The River Outfitters offers full service
packages to accommodate all your needs. Renters can choose from a two-hour paddle and a four-hour paddle both
starting at Morgan Falls. The two-hour paddle will end at Powers Island and the four-hour paddle will end at Paces Mill. The cost of the two-hour canoe paddle
or two-person kayak paddle is $50 while the four-hour canoe paddle or two-person kayak
paddle is $60. The cost includes shuttle, paddles and life jackets. The cost
for the two-hour one-person kayak paddle is $40 while the four-hour one-person kayak
paddle is $50. Additionally, there is a $15 per boat fee if using your own
kayak or canoe. Life jackets are required at all times. For more information, call 770-730-5600 or visit www.rivertubingatlanta.com. NEW
FAX NUMBERS FOR RECREATION DEPARTMENTThe fax number at the Hammond Park Gymnastics Center
has changed to 770-206-2032. The fax number
at the Hammond Park Community Building has changed to 770-206-2038. The Recreation Department's new main number for registration and program
information is now 770-206-2035. Kindly update your contact information, and we look forward to
providing you continued service with these new telephone numbers. |
How can I help reduce pollutants and erosion? A Rain
Garden - That's How!  The purpose of a rain garden is to capture excess
rainwater, allowing it to percolate down into the ground. In the process,
impurities are filtered out by the soil and plants that can tolerate both
wet and dry conditions. The alternative is for rainwater to flow across lawns
and down streets into stormwater drains (picking up pollutants along the way) causing erosion and flooding. For more information and how to build your own...
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SANDY SPRINGS FIRE RESCUE URGES VIGILANCE AROUND WATER THIS SUMMER
 Too often, firefighters hear people say, "It was just a few seconds."
Unfortunately, just a few seconds is all it takes for a child to drown.
Drowning is a leading cause of death in children under the age of five.
Sandy Springs Fire Rescue is urging vigilance this summer as people
take to the water.
Most of these children drown in their own backyard swimming pool, but
others drown in buckets, bathtubs, toilets, dog water bowls, rivers and
streams. Small children are top-heavy, and they don't have the upper
body strength to lift themselves out of one of these dangerous
situations. Even if the child survives the incident, they are often left
with permanent brain damage.
For Water Safety Tips >>
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K-9 SEVEN EARNS TRACKING CERTIFICATION
 Sandy Springs Police Department's K-9, named Seven, recently earned a
tracking certification from The National Narcotic Detector Dog
Association (NNDDA). The NNDDA is a professional, nonprofit organization
dedicated to the utilization and proficiency of scent detector dogs for
the benefit of Law Enforcement and Private Industry. Seven's primary
goal for SSPD is tracking.
Seven completed his certification in Barnesville, Ga. The test is
designed to examine the proficiency of the canine to follow a track and
locate a suspect. Here's how the test works: Officials try to set it up
in a location similar to a working environment. The track is in an area
out of view of the handler and is laid in a fashion that is consistent
with the path of a fleeing suspect. The suspect is a person unknown to
the dog if possible. The track is at least thirty minutes old and will
have one cross track. It should have at least three surface changes and a
minimum of two turns and will be at least 800 yards but not more than
1,000 yards. To successfully complete the tracking phase, the canine
must locate the suspect to the satisfaction of the certifying official.
View the full release >>
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SAFETY TIPS FROM THE SANDY SPRINGS POLICE DEPARTMENT
 Protect yourself from "phishing" scams online. Phishing usually involves criminals posing as legitimate institutions in order steal your personal information.
- Never provide your information in response to an unsolicited request, whether it is over the phone or over the Internet. E-mails and Internet pages created by phishers may look exactly like the real thing. If you did not initiate the communication, you should not provide any information.
- If you believe the contact may be legitimate, contact the financial institution yourself. You can find phone numbers and Web sites on the monthly statements you receive from your financial institution, or you can look the company up in a phone book or on the Internet. The key is that you should be the one to initiate the contact, using contact information that you have verified yourself.
- Never provide your password over the phone or in response to an unsolicited Internet request. A financial institution would never ask you to verify your account information online. Thieves armed with this information and your account number can help themselves to your savings.
- Review account statements regularly to ensure all charges are correct. If your account statement is late in arriving, call your financial institution to find out why. If your financial institution offers electronic account access, periodically review activity online to catch suspicious activity.
For more information, please contact Officer Larry Jacobs, larry.jacobs@sandyspringsga.org.
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SIDEWALK PROGRAM UPDATE
 Lake Forest Elementary
School Sidewalk Design
Construction is underway to build a sidewalk on Lake
Forrest Drive from the I-285 underpass to Hammond Drive to provide improved
pedestrian access within the neighborhood. The project includes improvements to
the intersection of Lake Forrest Drive and Hammond Drive. Motorists are urged to use caution through
the construction site.
Ridgeview Middle School (Peachtree-Dunwoody Road)
Sidewalk Design
The project has been awarded to construct a sidewalk
system along Peachtree-Dunwoody Road in the vicinity of the school. Utility relocation
is underway and construction is scheduled to begin soon.
Spalding Charter Elementary School
(Brandon
Mill/Dalrymple) Sidewalk Design
Bids have been received and are under review for this
project to construct sidewalk on Brandon Mill and Dalrymple near the school.
Community Development Block
Grant Sidewalk
Infrastructure Design
A design contract is underway to develop a
complete sidewalk system along Roswell
Road from Dalrymple north to Roberts Drive. Most of the areas eligible
for this Community Development Block Grant funded project are on the eastern
(northbound) side of Roswell Road with some segments on the west side of
Roswell Road. Survey work is complete.
FY 10-2 Sidewalk Program Design: Pitts Road;
Dalrymple; Tennis Center; Library; and Mt.Vernon Highway at Hammond
A project to design sidewalks at the above
locations is underway. Construction is
planned for later this year. Right of
way and easement acquisition and utility coordination is underway.
FY 10-3 Sidewalk Program Design:
Glenridge-Hammond to Johnson Ferry and Mt. Vernon Highway to Abernathy;
Spalding Drive-Mt. Vernon Highway
to Nesbitt Ferry
A project to design sidewalks at the above
locations is underway to include survey work. Right of way and easement acquisition and utility coordination is
underway. Construction is planned to
begin later this year.
FY 10-4 Sidewalk Program Design: Glenridge-Roswell Road to
Northland and Royervista to Highpoint; Mt.
Paran-Long Island to Powers Ferry; and
Long Island-Roswell Road
to Mt. Paran
A project to design sidewalks at the above
locations has been awarded and survey work is underway. Utility coordination is underway.
Windsor Parkway Sidewalks
The construction contract has been awarded
for the project to construct sidewalks on the north side of Windsor Parkway
from Roswell Road to High Point. Utility relocation nearing completion and construction
is planned to begin soon.
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