News from Around the Corners |
|
|
'Tis the Season for twinkling lights and holiday cheer. Stroll the Town Green at the Town Center for a spectacular display of holiday lights every evening from 6 p.m.-11 p.m. through Dec. 31. Find more Town Center information here.
|
|
From the Mayor's Desk
Extending a Helping Hand to Our Small Businesses
Since March of this year, the pandemic has upended the day-to-day lives of each of us including our small businesses which have suffered dearly trying to keep their doors open while also feeding their own families.
In late September, the cities in Gwinnett County were given federal grant money (CARES Act) to disperse in our communities. We had a deadline of December 1st but were determined to help our small business community.
As a result of a tremendous effort by the City Staff, we were able to award federal grants totaling $2.66 million to 118 qualified local businesses. Read More
|
|
|
Solar Roadway Panels Installed in Tech Park |
|
Peachtree Corners not only is the first smart city environment powered by next generation connectivity, it now has bragging rights to a new solar roadway system which produces energy for a solar-powered EV charging station located at City Hall.
The installation also marks the first road surface-powered solar panels to be activated in a United States city.
|
|
Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Installed at Town Center |
|
The city has just added an EV (electric vehicle) Charging plaza at the Town Center which will include 16 stations. Twelve Tesla V3 Superchargers are now operational at the plaza and four universal charging stations, two 350 kW chargers and two 150 kW chargers, will go live in the new year.
The chargers installed at the Peachtree Corners Town Center were funded by the charging network providers, who recognized the value of the site to their customers.
By early January, the plaza will be capable of charging all types of EV models. This plaza will be one of the largest public charging facilities in the state of Georgia and the largest in metro Atlanta. Read More
|
|
Holiday Trash and Recycle Pickup Schedule
This year Christmas Day (Dec. 25) falls on a Friday and the following Friday New Year's Day (Jan. 1) which means there will be no garbage and recycling pickup on these two holidays.
For those who receive service on Friday, pickup will be Saturday. This pickup schedule change is for Christmas and New Year's holiday weeks only.
|
|
Specialty Bakery Opens
A brand new dessert shop, Cinnaholic, officially opened on Dec. 4 The new business is located at The Forum, next to La Parrilla Mexican Restaurant.
Peachtree Corners councilmembers Weare Gratwick and Phil Sadd, along with friends, family and supporters were on hand to celebrate with a ribbon-cutting event .The bakery specializes in custom gourmet cinnamon rolls, handmade cookie dough, brownies, cookies and more and is locally owned by Marie and Rick Haughey.
|
|
Advance Voting Drop Box Locations
Gwinnett Voter Registrations and Elections will continue offering secure ballot drop boxes to provide eligible voters a way to return absentee/advance by mail ballots for the Jan. 5, 2021 runoff elections. No postage is necessary for ballots placed in the drop boxes.
The ballot drop boxes feature 24-hour surveillance and will be available 24 hours a day, seven days a week through Tuesday, January 5, 2021 at 7:00 p.m. Click here for the list of ballot drop off locations.
|
|
Early Voting-in-Person Dates and Locations
If you plan to vote advance in person in the Jan. 5 runoff election, you can vote from Dec. 14 to Dec. 31 at one of these locations. There is NO VOTING on December 24 and 25.
*Remember, Peachtree Corners voters, you will be casting your ballots for federal and state candidates. As there are no city elections this year, City Hall will not be open for voting.
|
|
'Corners Connector' Pedestrian Bridge Opens |
|
On. Nov. 17 Peachtree Corners celebrated the opening of its new pedestrian bridge. The idea for a pedestrian bridge evolved from one of the goals established in the city’s first Comprehensive Plan. Adopted in 2013, the Plan identified five major goals including the development of features that would “unify and connect” key parts of the city. Read More
|
|
City Receives Excellence in Economic Development Award for Town Center Project
Peachtree Corners won a gold category award for its Town Center project. The recognition was awarded by the International Economic Development Council in the category of Public-Private Partnerships.
Pictured: Mayor Mike Mason with Community Development Director, Diana Wheeler.
|
|
City Receives Silver Award for its Business Newsletter
Peachtree Corners won a silver category award for its Peachtree Corners Business Newsletter project in the magazine and newsletter category of the International Economic Development Council's 2020 Excellence in Economic Development Awards Program. Read More
Pictured: Mayor Mike Mason and Jennifer Howard, Economic Development Manager
|
|
Order PTC T-Shirts, Coffee Mugs and More Online
Shop the city's online store for T-shirts, coffee mugs, etc. Several T-shirt designs are available.
You can find the details on the city's website - locate the "Residents" tab then in the pull-down menu select "City Online Store" to view items and place your order.
Purchases must be made online. You will be notified when the items are ready for pick up at city hall. No walk-in purchases available. Here is the direct link:
|
|
Keep Up with Gwinnett COVID-19 Cases by ZIP Code
The Gwinnett County Health Department gathers data on coronavirus cases and creates a weekly report with information on confirmed cases and deaths, cases and deaths by race, age and other criteria.
|
|
Celebrating New Year's Eve with Fireworks
Consumer fireworks can be used or ignited on Dec. 31 (New Year's Eve) up to 1:00 a.m., Jan. 1 (New Year's Day).
Please note that the hours that residents may shoot off fireworks is regulated by the State of Georgia and enforced by the local authorities (Gwinnett County Police). Review these fireworks safety tips.
|
|
Check City Website for City & Community Events |
Now it's easy to find community and city sponsored events. Visit the city's website to view the monthly calendar.
Receive reminders via email so you don't miss an event. Subscribe HERE
|
|
|
21 New Peachtree Corners Business Licenses Processed in November
City Hall processed new occupational tax certificates for a variety of businesses last month. See the complete list of businesses along with contact information.
|
|
 |
How Long May I Display My Holiday Decorations
With the holidays fast approaching, the home decorating season is now upon us. While we all love to drive through our beautiful city and enjoy the holiday decorations and lights, we want to take this opportunity to share Peachtree Corners local ordinance pertaining to temporary lighting.
We do this in hopes to avoid a special holiday visit from your local Code Enforcement Team.
|
|
|
|
Pouring Kitchen Fats, Oils, Grease Down Drain Causes Clogged Pipes, Sewage Backups
Did you know that Fats, Oils and Grease (FOG) can cause serious problems for our sewer system?
If you dispose of FOG down your sink drain, it will solidify and cling to the walls of the indoor plumbing, as well as the public sewer pipes outside.
It will lead to blocked pipes and sewage backup into your home.
|
|
|
|
Recognize U.S. Veterans with Engraved Brick Paver
Are you looking for a gift for the veteran in your family who has all that he or she wants? An engraved paver placed on the city's Veterans Monument is a great way to honor your veteran with a meaningful gift for the holiday season.
|
|
How Much Do You Know About Curiosity Lab?
The 3.0-mile AV track and Innovation Center, located in Tech Park, is designed to provide a real-world test environment to advance next generation intelligent mobility and smart city technology.
Check the latest news HERE.
|
|
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
|
|
Peachtree Corners City Hall
310 Technology Parkway NW, Peachtree Corners, GA 30092 | (678) 691-1200
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
