News from Around the Corners
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Save the Date:
At 10 a.m. On Saturday, June 15, the Peachtree Corners Veterans Monument Sculpture Unveiling and Dedication will take place. All are invited to attend this special event to honor the men and women who served or are serving in the U.S. Armed Forces. Read the Mayor's message below for details.
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From the Mayor's Desk
Creating a Monument to Honor Our Veterans
On Saturday morning, we will dedicate the city’s veterans’ monument and unveil the sculptures that represent each of the branches of our Armed Forces. The monument, which is located on the Town Green at the new Town Center, also tells the stories of the countless citizens and community members who heeded the call to serve.
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How to Keep Up with Upcoming Events
Now that the Town Green is open, you may expect a slate of activities, concerts and other events to take place on the Town Green throughout the year. Events are posted on the
City Calendar which is located on the City's
website.
To ensure you don't miss out on any of the upcoming events, sign up to receive email reminders. It's easy to subscribe. On the city's
website, click on the link at the top of the page labeled "
Notify Me!," select
eNotifications, then select the topics you are interested in. Email notices are sent out six days in advance of the event.
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For Everyone's Enjoyment, Please Follow the Town Green Rules
The Town Green is a gathering area designed for the community's enjoyment. There are a few guidelines that must be followed to ensure a safe and fun time for everyone.
Please read:
- Town Center is open every day from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. (No overnight camping is allowed.)
- Leave things as you found them. (Pick up after yourself and anyone you brought with you. Return furniture from where you got it.)
- Behave as if your mother is watching (because she could be… there are cameras everywhere.)
- Don’t bring prohibited items:
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What Hours May Fireworks Be Discharged?
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The hours that residents may shoot off fireworks is regulated by the State of Georgia and enforced by the local authorities (
Gwinnett County Police
).
Consumer fireworks can be used or ignited on any day beginning at 10 a.m. and ending at 9 p.m. Consumer fireworks can also be used or ignited on July 3 and July 4 after 9 p.m. and up to midnight. And on December 31 (New Year's Eve) up to 1:00 a.m., Jan. 1 (New Year's Day).
For residents who live in a neighborhood that are governed by Homeowners Associations, please check with your HOA for additional regulations.
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Traffic Alert for New Roundabout
Construction on the new
roundabout at the intersection of Medlock Bridge Road and Peachtree Corners Circle is moving along. Although the project is not completely finished, it is now functioning as a roundabout. Please use caution and watch for the directional signs as you navigate your way through this new circular intersection.
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Independence Day Holiday Trash and Recycle Pickup Schedule
This year the Fourth of July holiday falls on a Thursday. There will be no garbage and recycle pickup on this national holiday (July 4). Residents scheduled for Thursday will receive service on Friday and residents with a Friday pickup schedule will receive service on Saturday.
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S.R. 141 Traffic Alert
For those who travel on S.R. 141 south of Holcomb Bridge Road, please be aware of overnight lane closures.
Georgia DOT is repaving S.R. 141 between Holcomb Bridge Road and I-285; work will occur between 9 p.m. and 5 a.m. Please use caution and expect traffic to slow while the work is done.
The road improvement project includes milling, inlay and resurfacing -- the work is expected to be complete by the end of August barring any weather delays. Before heading out, call 511 or visit
Georgia 511
to get the latest on traffic conditions.
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The U.S. Constitution requires that each decade a census of the population be conducted. The next census will be conducted by the
U.S. Census Bureau in March 2020. Census data is used to guide how federal, state and local funding is distributed for critical services such as schools, fire departments and health care facilities.
The Census Bureau is currently recruiting thousands of people across the nation, includin
g Peachtree Corners, to assist with the 2020 Census count.
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Free Photo & Video Classes for Residents
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The City is working with
Tytan Pictures
,
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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50 New Peachtree Corners Businesses Open in May
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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Lightening Safety Tips for Homeowners
It's that time of year again, the clash of cool air from the north with warm air from the gulf gives us the inevitable strong thunderstorms. These storms can cause untold damage to your home and electronics inside.
Georgia is the 8th highest state in terms of density of lightening strikes per square mile. In Georgia, over 1,500 fires per year are caused by lightning and some 2 million acres of forest are lost.
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Helpful Guidelines for Yard Waste, Bulk Pickup
Waste Management offers yard waste pickup on a subscription basis. The hauler also provides bulk pickup of household trash furniture and other items on a pre-scheduled, prepaid basis.
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Take the Plastic-Free Challenge
Single use plastics are everywhere, from the water bottle on your desk, the plastic bags you use at the grocery store to the disposable eating utensils, plastic cups, lids and straws you use.
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Councilmember Sadd Graduates Leadership Gwinnett Class
Councilmember Phil Sadd, who represents Post 1, is among the 39 local leaders to graduate from the
Leadership Gwinnett
Class of 2019.
Sadd was selected last spring for the prestigious nine-month program that began in August 2018. The class represented diverse industries including education, law, corporate, nonprofit, technology, health care, politics and government.
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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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