East Atlanta Community Association
July 30, 2012
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| Greetings! | |
Don't forget tomorrow's vote for TSPLOST as well as many state and local representatives.
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Help Coan Set Up ItsTemporary Home
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The new school year is about to begin and the teachers will be arriving at Coan Middle School's temporary location next week.
A volunteer day has been organized for Tuesday, July 31 to help to the school and its staff set up at the former East Lake Elementary school ( 145 Fourth Avenue SE, 30317). Work will start at 8:30 am at the school and even just a few hours will be helpful and greatly appreciated. School begins the following week, so the teachers and staff only have a few days to get the school ready for the students.
Join in creating a smooth transition for new and returning Copan Middle School students!
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Help Maynard Jackson HS Set Up Its Temporary Home
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Maynard Jackson High School has relocated to Coan Middle School while the campus on Glenwood Ave. is renovated. The staff would love some help unpacking, setting up classrooms, set up bulletin boards, etc.
Ms. Martin at MJHS/Coan location said come on down if you have some time to volunteer on Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday. Check in at main office upstairs (head for cafeteria area).
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| T-SPLOST - Be Informed! |
On July 31, 2012, Metro Atlanta voters will have the opportunity to decide on the 2012 Transportation Referendum, also known at the Transportation Special local Option Sales Tax (TPLOST).
The referendum is a one cent regional sales tax to fund transportation improvements throughout the state. If the referendum is approved the sales tax would fund about $8.5 billion in transportation improvements throughout the 10-county Atlanta region.
If passed, the referendum would impact transportation throughout the state for generations to come. For more information about TSPLOST including a full project list and interactive mapping, visit http://www.metroatlantatransportationreferendum.com/.
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| EABA Officer Elections |
The East Atlanta Business Association will hold elections for its new officers on August 1 at 7:30 at Branan Towers. Please join our local business owners for this brief meeting followed by a social hour with snacks provided by Tomatillos.
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| EACA - Call for Volunteers |
As EACA continues to expand within the community the organization is in need of two newly created roles that will allow the Association to reach new heights.
First, as EACA works with the City of Atlanta to finalize the details of our Adopt-a-Street partnership, the organization will be in need of a coordinator for this new campaign. In general, the position will manage the program to enlist volunteer groups, oversee the paperwork associated with each street and verify ongoing completions of monthly clean-ups. Second, to continue the existing programs and projects in the neighborhood such as the Brownwood Park fitness trail, emergency home repairs for seniors in need, performance art events and Branan Towers Bingo, just to name a few, as well as the addition of new ways EACA would like to help continue to make East Atlanta a wonderful place to live, the Association is looking for an individual who would like to make a difference by acquiring grants for these purposes. If either one of these new roles sounds like you, please email EACA's President, Lewis Cartee, at president@eaca.net.
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| Parvo found in Brownwood Park |
 A stray puppy was picked up in Brownwood Park and is PARVO POSITIVE per EAST ATLANTA ANIMAL CLINIC. If you own a dog that is either:
- Immune - Compromised
- Past Due on Vaccinations
- 6 months or younger
- 1 year of age that has not been on a regular puppy booster schedule, and not fully immunized.
Please avoid bringing your dog to this park and contact your veterinarian or call East Atlanta Animal Clinic if any vomiting or diarrhea occurs. If you have questions or concerns please call EAAC - 404-523-8765
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| Action Dash |
The Action Dash is a family-friendly 5K Run/Walk and Fun Run created by Action Ministries.
Join us at Piedmont Park on September 3rd and become an action hero! Hero Racers are encouraged to run, walk or stroll to bring awareness to poverty-related challenges in Georgia. Dress up in your favorite action hero costume or come in your running gear, bring your family, pet and stroller. However you wish to experience this year's Action Dash, let's race together to help beat the cycle of poverty.
Action Ministries is a not-for-profit that provides hunger, housing and education solutions to help our neighbors in need move toward independence.
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| Neighbor In Need |
Do you know an elderly neighbor that needs help with their house?
A Senior homeowner experiencing problems with heat/AC, electrical, plumbing or roof problems ?
If so, EACA Neighbor in Need would like to help if possible. EACA NiN provides free home repairs to low-income elderly homeowners living in East Atlanta.
EACA Neighbor in Need is also looking for volunteers and donations from those who want to give back to their community. Specifically, EACA NiN is looking for help finding and writing grants so we can help more people in our neighborhood.
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| How Will You Strut? |
The lazy days of summer are the perfect time to start thinking about how you and your group will participate in the East Atlanta Strut Parade on Saturday, September 15.
Paraders march, ride, sing, dance, dress up, dress down, bike and skate through the festival's cheering throng to compete for the coveted Strut trophies. This year, there's a new category: Best Celebration. It will go to the group with the most interesting way of marking a birthday, anniversary or other special event. Bring the party to the parade!
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| EAV Holiday Ornament Sale |
Back by popular demand - the EAV Holiday Ornament sale! Once again Gourd Bless You is offering EAV holiday ornaments ($14.50) and, new this year, the EAV birdhouse($38).
Partial proceeds from the sale of these items will go to the EACA general fund. Limited quantities of these items will be available at the Strut, but you can reserve yours today to pick up at the Strut by emailing Denise at gourdblessu@yahoo.com with your name, phone number and quantity of each.
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East Atlanta Security Patrol
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To learn more about the East Atlanta Security Patrol, view updated news and notes or to enroll, visit the EASP website. There is a 50% discount for longtime residents and those 65+. To qualify, you must have lived at the same address for 20 years or be over age 65. We also have a 20% discount for members of an APD-sanctioned Neighborhood Watch. Please contact us if you're interested in setting up a Neighborhood Watch on your street.
If you have additional questions, please direct them to easp610@gmail.com, or call EASP Organizer Myron Polster at 404-954-1568. |
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East Atlanta Crime Mapping
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Recently, the Atlanta Police Department changed their reporting method and we are not receiving regular, easily shareable reports. While we take time to address this issue, EACA's Public Safety committee will be providing crime mapping images for the previous month and previous quarter.
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| Upcoming Area Meetings | |
Atlanta City Council
Meetings: 1st and 3rd Mondays of the month (08.06), 1:00pm
Neighborhood Planning Unit, NPU-W, Land Use and Zoning Committee
Meeting: 1st Tuesday of the month (08.07), 7:00pm
Neighborhood Planning Unit, NPU-W, Transportation Committee
Meeting: 1st Tuesday of the month (08.08), 6:30pm
South Atlantans for Neighborhood Development, Inc. (SAND)
Meetings: 2nd Thursday of the month (08.09); 7:30pm
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EACA Membership
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EACA Needs Your Support!
Without your support EACA would not exist. Please show your commitment to EACA by joining today. Annual dues are $10 per household or business per calendar year. As an EACA member you can vote at EACA meetings on topics of interest within our community as well as show your support to East Atlanta.
You can sign up for your 2012 EACA membership, and order EACA Yard Signs on-line! Pay electronically via Paypal HERE
Email questions to membership@eaca.net.
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EACA Rewards
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As a valued East Atlanta Community Association member, you have access to our EACA Rewards Program. In partnership with local businesses, this program provides special promotions within the community when residents present their EACA Membership Card to participating businesses.
Current EACA Rewards Member Benefits:
- Homewatch Caregivers - 15% off all services through 12/31/12
- OMG! Cup and Cakes - 10% off
- We Suki Suki - Sandwich + tea $5 (29% savings!)
- Village Fitness - 10% off New Gym Membership
- Big Daddy Dog Biscuits - EAV Thursday Farmer's Market Special - Bag of Dog Biscuits $4
- East Atlanta Copy Center - 10% off any order over $5 when you show your card - valid through 12/31/2012
- Atlanta Braves 2012 VIP Package - $40 for the equivalent of 12 home game tickets. Details here. Offer expires 7/30/2012.
- Galish Group - Get a quote on your auto and home insurance, we'll give you a $10 gift card to the EAV shop or restaurant of your choice! If we can't beat your current rates, we'll give you a $25 gift card! You don't have to buy anything; we're just paying for the opportunity to earn your business. The Galish Group works with all the top companies for you, so you get the best coverage, price, and service available. Call or email us today for a 10 minute quote, 678-992-6233,Whitney@galishgroup.com, or stop by our office at 457 Flat Shoals AVE, Ste #3. Offer good 6/1/2012-8/1/2012.
- Traci with an Eye Graphic Design - East Atlanta Village businesses and residents will receive a special 30% discount on any graphic design work done by Traci with an Eye. This includes logo and business card design, brochure and postcard design, or any print promotional materials you and your business need. The deal also includes 2 revisions per piece and print/web ready files. Offer good 6/8/2012 - 12/28/2012.
- Grease Monkeys - 10% OFF- Valid the first Saturday & Sunday of each month. Offer Expires 12/02/2012. 1287-C Glenwood Avenue SE
- Village Smoothie - 50 cents off a 12 oz smoothie or a 1.00 off a 20 oz smoothie when you show your EACA Membership Card. Offer expires 7/31/2012.
Not a member? Join today!
If you are a business interested in participating in this free program, find more information here.
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| East Atlanta on Facebook & Twitter |
If you're a Facebook member, be sure to become a fan of both the EACA Fan Page and the East Atlanta Village page, too! Click on links below to take you directly to each.
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