APRIL 2015
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Welcome to the April 2015 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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IMPROVEMENTS BEGIN AT SPALDING DRIVE AND MOUNT VERNON INTERSECTION
 The intersection at Spalding Drive and Mt. Vernon Road will close to through traffic beginning Monday, April 13 as construction begins on roadway improvements (weather permitting). Detours will be in place to assist motorists traveling through the area. Drivers are asked to use extreme caution and maintain the posted speed limits along the detour routes. This safety-focused project re-aligns the intersection and enhances traffic operations with the installation of traffic signals. For more information visit the project page on the City's website. |
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HOME IMPROVEMENTS - DON'T FORGET THESE RULES
 Spring is a popular season to spruce up both home and garden. Please keep in mind the following common code enforcement tips:
- Weeds and grass should not exceed 10 inches in height
- Roof drains, gutters and downspouts should be maintained in good repair and free from obstructions.
- All exterior surfaces, including doors, door and window frames, cornices, porches, trim, balconies, decks and fences, should be maintained in good condition.
- No inoperative or unlicensed motor vehicles should be parked, kept or stored on the premises, and no vehicle should be in a state of major disassembly, disrepair, or in the process of being stripped or dismantled.
If you have trees that are no longer viable, a tree removal permit is required for:
- Removal of any hardwood or pine tree 18" diameter at breast height (DBH) or larger
- Removal of a Dogwood or Redbud 10" DBH or larger
- Removal of any tree located within the Chattahoochee River Corridor or a Stream Buffer.
If you have questions about when a permit is required, please contact the City Arborist either via email or by calling 770-730-5600. Note that the Sandy Springs Arborists do not provide tree advice related to private property; residents should contact a private tree company for assistance. For more information, visit the Natural Resource Protection section on the City�€™s website.
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CELEBRATING SPRING IN SANDY SPRINGS
 One sure sign of spring in Sandy Springs is the popping up of daffodils, and the mile stretch along Abernathy Greenway Park is in pretty bloom! Members of the Sandy Springs Garden Club and Sandy Springs Conservancy checked out the new buds, along with Mayor Paul, Councilman McDonald and city staff. The Garden Club donated 20,000 bulbs with Alex Smith Landscape and Design a sponsor of the project. |
SANDY SPRINGS POLICE DEPARTMENT-
APRIL SAFETY CLASSES
The Sandy Springs Police Department sponsors monthly safety classes at no cost. Here's the schedule for the upcoming classes for April 2015:
- Firearms Safety Class - Wednesday, April 8, 2015, from 6-9 p.m. at the Sandy Springs Gun Range
- Teen Driving Class Wednesday, April 22, 2015 from 6-8:15 at SSPD register for teen driving class (registration is mandatory)
For more information about Firearms Safety, contact Sergeant Ron Momon, Sandy Springs Police Crime Prevention Unit at 770-551-6947 or [email protected]. For more information about Teen Driving classes, contact Sergeant Dan Nable 770-551-3311 or [email protected]
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HAPPY CAMPERS AT SANDY SPRINGS RECREATION AND PARKS
 Summer Camp Registration Now Open! Long considered one of the best kept secrets for being affordable and fun, the summer camps offered through Sandy Springs Recreation and Parks are a wonderful way for children to spend the long, lazy days of summer with old friends and making new ones. Whether your child is an artist, an athlete or both, there is something for everyone. For more information and to register, please click here |
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CANOE, KAYAK AND STAND UP PADDLEBOARD INTRO AND DEMO DAY
 Sandy Springs Recreation and Parks Department, along with the High Country, Inc. (HCO), will host Canoe, Kayak and Standup Paddleboard Intro & Demo Day 2015. The event is designed to introduce the community to paddling as a life sport emphasizing safety, enjoyment and skill acquisition. HCO certified guides will have a variety of different boats available for attendees to demo and test drive during the event. Saturday, April 11, 2015 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Location: Morgan Falls Overlook Park, 200 Morgan Falls Rd. 30350
Min/Max Participants: 25/125
Cost: Free; Pre-registration requested. Children are welcome with adult supervision. |
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CITY HOSTS THE GOLDEN GAMES DOUBLES TENNIS TOURNAMENT
 The Sandy Springs Recreation and Parks Department will host the 2015 Fulton Golden Games (FGG) Doubles Tennis Tournament for men and women ages 50 and up. The $15 registration fee includes tournament play and t-shirt, and participation in many of the athletic events and recreational activities scheduled during the month-long event (additional fees may apply for some activities and athletic tournaments). Lunch is provided at most of the events, and an awards luncheon is featured at the end of the month with medals and prizes. When: Tuesday, May 5 (Men's and Women's Doubles) and Wednesday May 6 (Mixed Doubles) Time: 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Location: Sandy Springs Tennis Center, 500 Abernathy Rd. Cost: $15 Fulton Golden Games registration fee per person Sign up: Registration deadline April 24. Applications are available at the Sandy Springs Tennis Center or Hammond Park Gym and online at the City's website. |
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REMINDER: FARMERS MARKET OPENS SATURDAY APRIL 11
 The Heritage Sandy Springs Farmers Market will open for the 2015 season on Saturday, April 11, 2015 at 235 Sandy Springs Circle and Johnson Ferry Road. The Heritage Sandy Springs Farmers Market will run every Saturday, April - November, 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 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. For more information, visit www.heritagesandysprings.org, www.sandyspringsfarmersmarket.com, or visit them on facebook at www.facebook.com/sandyspringsfarmersmarket. |
HERITAGE SANDY SPRINGS MUSEUM SEEKS VOLUNTEER DOCENTS
 Docents are needed to serve as museum greeters, collect admissions, answer general inquiries of museum visitors, and increase awareness of the many programs offered by Heritage Sandy Springs. Successful docents should be enthusiastic, comfortable engaging with the public, and have an interest in history. Full training will be provided, and docents are expected to volunteer at least 3 hours per month. The Heritage Sandy Springs Museum is open from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. on Wednesdays and Saturdays. Prospective volunteers should contact Melissa Swindell, Director of Historic Resources and Education Programs at 404-851-9111 x 2 or [email protected] for more information. |
NEIGHBORHOOD CONTACT UPDATE
Help us keep you informed! Please visit the Neighborhood Relations page on our website to learn how to submit your information so we can keep you updated on city related projects and activities.
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TAXES DONE FREE AT
COMMUNITY ACTION CENTER
 Get your income tax returns prepared and filed for free at the Community Assistance Center (CAC) and ensure your maximum refunds and proper filing with Uncle Sam! The service is available to any household in the metro area earning less than $53,000 in 2014. Meet with trained and certified volunteer tax preparers available through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. Appointments are required and available through April 11, Mondays and Wednesday, 4 pm-8 pm, Saturdays, 10 am- 2pm. Call 770-552-4889 ext. 260 for an appointment or email [email protected]. |
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FOOD 'N FUN CHALLENGE:
A COMMUNITY-WIDE FOOD DRIVE!
 CAC's Food `n Fun Challenge pits rival schools, businesses, and organizations against each other to collect the most food during the last two weeks of April! The food drive is critical to aiding local families in the summer when the need is greatest and food pantry inventory is at its lowest level of the year. Winners will be announced at the Food `n Fun Festival on Saturday, May 2 at North Springs High School. Find more info at www.ourcac.org/foodnfun or contact Pam Jones. |
VOLUNTEER FOR A BETTER SANDY SPRINGS SATURDAY APRIL 25, 2015
 Mark your calendar for this year's Volunteer for a Better Sandy Springs day of service. Sponsored by Leadership Sandy Springs, this annual, community-wide event will take place on Saturday April 25, 2015, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Kickoff for the event, which will take place rain or shine, begins at North Springs Charter High School at 7447 Roswell Rd, Sandy Springs, GA 30328, with breakfast provided to registered participants. The first 500 participants will receive a free VBSS Day T-shirt! Following the kickoff, volunteers will disperse to one of the work sites.VBSS registration has begun, and volunteers can sign up via the online form on the LSS website. Membership in LSS is not a requirement for participation. Work tasks will include landscaping, painting, carpentry, organization and general clean-up projects.
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WE CELEBRATE NEW BUSINESSES, NEW LOCATIONS AND ANNIVERSARIES
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RIBBON CUTTING AT ELECTRIC CAR CHARGING STATION AT HAMMOND PARK
 Sandy Springs Councilman Tibby DeJulio cut the ribbon for the electric car charging stations at Hammond Park. Joining him are Sandy Springs resident Dan Ellithorp (left), Councilman Gabriel Sterling, Parks and Recreation Director Ronnie Young and Douglas Serillo of Charge Point (the company that installed the stations). |
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RIBBON CUTTING AT CIGAR CITY CLUB
 The Sandy Springs Perimeter Chamber of Commerce helped the City welcome Cigar City Club to Sandy Springs. The Cigar City Club is located at 5006 Roswell Road. |
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RIBBON CUTTING AT BATTLE AND BREW
 Mayor Paul welcomed Battle and Brew to Sandy Springs at their official ribbon cutting. Located in the Parkside Shopping Center, Battle and Brew is a video game beer bar featuring the latest versions of popular video games, along with food and drinks. |
PERK 'N POOCH CELEBRATES SECOND ANNIVERSARY
Perk 'N Pooch, combo dog wash and coffee shop,is celebrating its second anniversary! Located in the Sandy Springs Crossing Shopping Center, intersection of Roswell and Abernathy Roads, Renee Guerrisi, owner of this family-owned business, is proud to say that they've washed over 10,000 dogs, groomed over 3,000 pets, and served over 5,000 cups of coffee!
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RIBBON CUTTING AT OPTIMUM HEALTH
 A warm, Sandy Springs welcome to Optimum Health as they open their newest location at 1140 Hammond Dr (Perimeter Town Center). Optimum Health provides an integrative medical approach to health and wellness and combines conventional medicine with alternative therapies to alleviate pain and health problems associated with acute injuries, chronic pain, and chronic illnesses. |
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RIBBON CUTTING AT DA VINCI'S DONUTS
 It was a sweet day in the City for the grand opening of Da Vinci Donuts' Sandy Springs location at 5610 Glenridge Drive. Members of the SSPC were on hand to help cut the ribbon and sample some of the delicious flavors! |
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RIBBON CUTTING AT PRICE RIGHT OUTLET
 Councilman Bauman along with members of the SSPC joined the team at Price Right Outlet for their ribbon cutting event. Located at 7728 Spalding Drive, Price Right Outlet offers a wide assortment of merchandise at discounted prices. |
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D. GELLER & SON OPENS NEWEST LOCATION IN SANDY SPRINGS
 Mayor Paul welcomes Mike Geller of D. Geller & Son jewelers to their new location in Sandy Springs! Established in 1939 in downtown Atlanta, this newest location is on 5975 Roswell Road, the same shopping center as Lowe's. |
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