News from Around the Corners
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Make Peachtree Corners Count
! Beginning in mid-March
you can expect to receive a mailed invitation to take the U.S. Census. The 2020 Census will be the first census count for our city. There are several ways you can respond to the U.S. Census survey: online, by phone or by mail. The U.S. Census is taken every 10 years. This is the first time the census is available online.
Find more information on the
city's website.
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From the Mayor's Desk
Redeveloping the Holcomb Bridge Road Corridor
When the city was incorporated nearly eight years ago, one of the missions of the City Council was to seek opportunities to reinvigorate and redevelop the Holcomb Bridge Road corridor.
This important gateway to our city was once a thriving part of our community filled with busy restaurants, retail stores, businesses and new apartment complexes. But as the northward march of development continued, this area began to show its age.
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Fine Wine & Spirits Store Expected to Open Late Spring
The city's first free-standing wine and package store has broken ground and may be ready to open by the end of May.
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Advanced Traffic Signal Installed in Tech Park
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As a part of
Curiosity Lab
, the city’s real-world test track environment, a new high-tech traffic signal is being installed at the intersection of Technology Parkway and Technology Parkway South.
The new traffic signal not only provides an improvement to the intersection in terms of traffic delay and pedestrian safety, it will also provide new opportunities for future smart city technologies development and deployment.
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Cyber Security: Keeping Our City Safe
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City Staff Member Graduates Nationally Recognized Cyber Security Program
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With the increasing number of local municipalities becoming victims
of
cyber security attacks, cities can no longer sit on the side lines hoping their technology infrastructure will hold up.
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City Recognized for its Sustainability Efforts
The Atlanta Regional Commission announced on January 22 that the city has been certified for its Green Communities Program in recognition of its efforts to provide curbside recycling and an annual electronic waste disposal event.
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CPA Firm Celebrates Opening of New Office
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Over 75 well-wishers joined
Hancock Askew's partners, staff and city leaders recently to celebrate the opening of its new Peachtree Corners office with a reception and ribbon-cutting event.
The accounting and CPA firm relocated into a 13,000 square-feet remodeled office on Davinci Court from another Peachtree Corners office when it outgrew that space.
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Check Out New Voting Machines at City Hall Feb. 25
The state's new voting machines will be in use for the upcoming election season. To introduce the new machines, election officials will have a few set up in the Community Chest Room for you to review. County election officials will be on hand to answer questions.
The machines will be available on Tuesday, Feb. 25 from 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. in the Community Chest Room.
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Shredding, Electronics Recycling Date Set for April
A free electronics recycling and paper shredding event for Peachtree Corners residents will take place at the Peachtree Corners City Hall at 310 Technology Parkway on Saturday, April 18, from 9 a.m. to noon or until trucks are full.
This event is open to Peachtree Corners residents ONLY.
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Free Photo & Video Classes for Residents
The City is working with
Tytan Pictures
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an Emmy-award-winning company, to provide instruction on a variety of photography and video topics.
The classes cover everything from camera basics, lighting techniques and landscape photography to tips for advanced photographers. Check the
city calendar
for upcoming classes and information on how to register, location and times. Classes available only for those who live or work in the city.
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82 New Peachtree Corners Businesses Licenses Issued in January
City Hall processed new occupational tax certificates for a variety of businesses last month. See the
complete list of businesses
along with contact information.
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Check City Calendar for Upcoming Events
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New Building Codes Now in Effect
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There are new codes in effect for the City of Peachtree Corners. I know most of you don't deal with building codes every day, but I thought it may be interesting for you to know where they come from and why we change.
The building codes are actually state-mandated, and are adopted at the state level by the Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA). After a new code cycle is adopted the DCA will hold hearings on state amendments to the code.
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How to Report a Code Violation
There are several ways to report an observation or violation.
- Access the city' website, www.peachtreecornersga.gov - then under the "How Do I..." tab, click "Report an Issue" in the pull-down menu and follow the instructions.
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How to Prevent Stormwater Pollution in Your Neighborhood
Stormwater runoff flows from rooftops, driveways, paved roads, bare soil, and lawns into stormwater drainage systems which flows directly into our river and streams.
The runoff enters our waterways with no treatment, which hurts our environment.
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Did You Know Peachtree Corners Has its Own YouTube Channel?
Watch entertaining videos produced by award-winning
Tytan Pictures
that feature fun events, new restaurants and more on the city's own
YouTube Channel
,
PCN Network
.
Take a moment and
subscribe
so you don't miss any of these fun, entertaining videos about your city.
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Curiosity Lab Intern Shares Experience
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Curiosity Lab
has been privileged to work with two
Paul Duke STEM High School
students this academic year. They have each worked with one or more startups to learn and deploy valuable skills. Danielle Sophamisay is one of the interns (pictured) -- her story is below:
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My experience at the Curiosity Lab has been incredible. My internship with
Insiten
has given me new insight into different areas of the business environment. I started with a programming boot camp where I was taught the basics of JavaScript and HTML. Then, I transitioned to the graphic design aspect of using Photoshop to make wallpapers and making a website aesthetically pleasing while still being user friendly. My favorite part would have to be the atmosphere at the Curiosity Lab. The wall art and decorations give it a fun and inviting feeling."
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Thank you for subscribing to "Inside Peachtree Corners." We always enjoy hearing from our readers. Please let us know if you've any questions or suggestions on ways to improve the newsletter.
In addition to the e-newsletter, you will find news and announcements posted on the city's website,
www.peachtreecornersga.gov
. Please take a moment and visit the website between issues to keep up with the "News from Around the Corners."
Judy Putnam, Communications Director
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Peachtree Corners City Hall
310 Technology Parkway NW, Peachtree Corners, GA 30092 | (678) 691-1200
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