2022 Volume 16 | August 8, 2022 | |
#1 - Upcoming City Council Meetings | |
The Mayor and City Council invite you to the following City Council Meetings | |
#2 - School zone cameras turned on August 8th | |
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School zone safety cameras will be turned on for the new school year starting Monday, August 8, 2022.
The automated photo enforcement program is one component of the city's efforts to reduce speeding and increase safety on our streets. As children return to in-person learning, the reactivation of school zone cameras provides important safety and deterrence functions.
Motorists are advised to carefully observe posted speed limits and exercise caution in school zones, including no cell phone use and stopping for children crossing the street.
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#3 - New engine 8 is delivered | |
Our Code Enforcement department is doing great things in the neighborhood. The Code Cares program is giving back to our residents in a wonderful, fulfilling way. | |
#5 - 2nd Annual 5 Strong Scholarship Foundation Golf Tournament | |
October 2021 Ditto Press Gazette | |
January 2022 Ditto Press Gazette | |
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Councilman Reeves will hold monthly town hall meetings at Burdett for Legislative Mondays from 6:30 to 7:30 pm. This meeting is scheduled for the Monday preceding regular council meetings or 4th Monday. Some council meetings are moved due to holidays. No meeting preregistration is required for in-person.
All other Monday meetings will continue to be held online.
Come with comments, suggestions, and questions. We begin promptly at 6:30 PM and end at 7:30 PM.
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2022
City Council Meeting Schedule
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View City of South Fulton Council Meetings | |
The City of South Fulton is developing its first Public Art Master Plan. Take the survey (www.amorevibrantsf.com) today and let us know what kinds of public art projects you'd like to see in your community. Responses will be accepted until September 30, 2022. Print copies of the survey are available at the Southwest Arts Center (915 New Hope Road). | |
Fulton County Board of Commissioners asked the 15 Cities of Fulton County to increase the County’s share of Local Option Sales Tax (L.O.S.T.) | |
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Fulton County Board of Commissioners asked the 15 Cities of Fulton County to increase the County’s share of Local Option Sales Tax (L.O.S.T.) from just under five percent to 35 percent which is a 600 percent increase. This is a surprising request because in 2012, the County agreed to a negotiated percentage of less than 15 percent. Since that time, the County’s service area has significantly shrunk from approximately 90 square miles to less than two square miles in which less than 1,000 residents live. In reality, the Cities provide essential services such as police, fire, and sanitation to nearly all the residents of Fulton County. Such a drastic shift in sales tax revenues, $95 million per year, will necessitate raising property taxes on nearly all Fulton County residents and businesses at a time when they can least afford it.
The 15 Cities are united in opposition to the County’s position, but the Cities are willing to work with the County Board of Commissioners to reach a reasonable distribution of the sales tax. The L.O.S.T. is a one-penny sales tax that is used by local governments to pay for the cost of vital services such as fire, police, transportation, parks & recreation, and other local government services, which helps keep property taxes down for all taxpayers in Fulton County. The next L.O.S.T. Negotiations meeting will take place on Friday, July 29, 2022, at 10:00am. During this meeting, the Cities will present their proposed distribution for L.O.S.T.
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In the interest of the safety of our citizens, officers, and staff, the City of South Fulton Old National Police Precinct will be closed until further notice due to maintenance issues that need to be addressed.
More information will be shared in the coming days on the reopening date.
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New 988 Suicide Prevention Line Launched July 16 | |
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Every 11 minutes, someone in the United States dies by suicide.
According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, suicide is the second leading cause of death among young people. To help change those numbers, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is creating a dedicated three-digit dialing code – 988 – providing easier access to services.
“We see a number of suicides every year, as people feel helpless in trying to cope with difficult issues,” said City of South Fulton Fire Chief Chad Jones. “By providing quicker and easier access to counseling and other services, we actually will save lives.”
After its launch on July 16, callers dialing 988 will be connected directly to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. Trained counselors will listen, understand how their problems are affecting them, provide support and connect them to resources. The code will be accessible by a call, text, or chat.
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Join Fall Session of South Fulton University | |
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South Fulton U is a free, 10-week program aimed at encouraging civic participation and engagement in the community. The program also seeks to build residents’ knowledge about city operations, while encouraging them to become more involved in their community and influence others to learn about local government functions.
Classes cover various aspects of city government, including communication and external affairs, human resources, information technology, code enforcement, zoning, planning, parks and Recreation, cultural affairs, public safety, municipal court, public works, finance, and economic development.
Apply now to attend the upcoming cohort: https://tinyurl.com/dpd8mm56
Also, we would like to gather residents’ feedback, in order to ensure that they are meeting the needs of the community. Your participation is greatly appreciated, and all answers are confidential. Follow the QR code in the graphic or https://zencity.info/South_Fulton to participate.
Renting a park in the City of South Fulton is very easy to do if you learn the steps for securing a room, tennis court, or any of the city’s various-sized pavilions.
The hardest part is knowing where to start the rental process. Visit the Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Affairs page on the city’s website to get started. Then click on Parks and Facility Rentals. You’ll be asked to create an account. Answer all the questions presented and then choose a location and then the date and time. From there, submit the request and an email will be sent saying that the request is pending.
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Clara O’Rourke, Coordinator, Program Evaluation, presented results from the year one needs assessment for the Fulton County School District’s Every Child Reads campaign. The review included a comprehensive K-12 resource analysis and a comprehensive analysis of instructional strategies for grades six-12. The Department of Program Evaluation presented findings based on teacher feedback that indicated a need to provide additional clarity and guidance. District staff is using the results to continue to improve implementation in year two of the campaign. See the full presentation here. | |
Parents and students are encouraged to sign up for our free “Here Comes the Bus” app that allows students and parents to track their bus in real-time. More details about our What’s New 2022 list can be found at www.fultonschools.org/backtoschool. | |
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Register Your System to Help Cut the Number of False Alarms
False alarms create an unwanted distraction for public safety officers.
In the city of South Fulton, as much as 96 percent of the 10,000 calls the city receives each year turn out to be false alarms. Each call can require 20 to 30 minutes to investigate.
A year ago, the city launched a false alarm reduction program, including a registration process and penalties for repeated false alarms.
Learn more
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NEW MUNICIPAL COURT PAYMENT PROVIDER
The City of South Fulton has a new municipal court payment provider. Effective immediately, you can pay your municipal court fees by visiting www.SouthFultonCourt.com
or www.cityofsouthfultonga.gov (click on the "Pay Online" button).
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Fulton County is now using the FALCON system to distribute emergency notifications to residents, businesses, and county employees.
FALCON is a telephone communication service that allows us to quickly notify citizens about emergency situations. All residents are being encouraged to review and update their information, or to REGISTER for the system.
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The Fulton County Department of Senior Services has launched its AmeriCorps Senior Companion Program to provide eligible seniors aged 55 years old and above with high-quality volunteer support.
Through this program, AmeriCorps Volunteers will provide supportive, individualized services for Fulton County senior residents who live independently and may have difficulty completing daily living tasks. As such, volunteers will be matched with seniors to ensure they can live in their own homes for as long as possible. To improve social connection and reduce isolation among seniors, each volunteer will provide five to twenty hours of service per week.
AmeriCorps Volunteers are eligible to receive a stipend for their services if they meet age and income eligibility requirements. Anyone interested in applying to become a trained AmeriCorps Volunteer should contact the Fulton County Senior Services STARline at 404-613-6000.
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For more information about ongoing programs and services for seniors, please visit:
http://ow.ly/sAVS50HFLpR or call the STARline at 404-613-6000.
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Fulton County Senior Services is offering seniors aged 60 years old and above & eligible household members with home-delivered meals.
Through this program, participating seniors will receive a nutritional assessment, health screening, counseling, and health education. The program also accommodates therapeutic diets as determined by a physician. This home delivery meal program is expected to reach senior residents and eligible household members who have experienced a significant COVID-19 impact. As such, meal services will be delivered on a need-basis.
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Get help paying for your rent with Fulton County's Emergency Rental Assistance Program. Visit www.fultoncountyga.gov/renthelp to see if you may qualify, or call 855-776-7912. | | |
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Current City of South Fulton Job Openings
The City of South Fulton. We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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The Fulton County Sheriff’s Office continues its efforts to recruit the best women and men to join its ranks. Active recruitment is ongoing.
A $9,000 hiring bonus remains in place for detention officers and deputy sheriffs, with a three-year commitment (some conditions apply).
Those interested in joining the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office may reach out to a recruiter at any time by emailing [email protected] or calling (404) 612-9259.
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Seeking to recruit and retain qualified public safety personnel, the City of South Fulton today unveiled a housing allowance providing police officers and firefighters as much as $450 a month toward rent or mortgage payments.
A pilot version of the program – which is open to 25 people on a first-come, first-served basis –starts Feb. 1 and runs through Sept. 30, the end of the city’s fiscal year.
Applications are being accepted through Friday and the program must be reapproved for funding each new fiscal year.
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Are you in need of a career change? Become a part of our team! COME to the City of South Fulton to find your next career. CONNECT with hiring managers from all departments.
Internship opportunities are also available.
Professional Dress and an updated resume are strongly recommended. Pre-register here: https://CoSFGACareerFair.eventbrite.com
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To help job seekers find the best employment opportunities, the Workforce Development offices of WorkSource Fulton have re-opened to in-person services by appointment. Fulton County residents seeking employment opportunities or in need of assistance applying for in-demand jobs can access the agency’s Comprehensive Center Resource Rooms; equipped with computer access to support job search activities. In-person services had been shut down in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The career centers are located at:
North Fulton Service Center
7741 Roswell Road, Suite 203
Sandy Springs, Georgia 30350
South Fulton Service Center
5600 Stonewall Tell Road, Suite 204
South Fulton, Georgia 30349
Out of an abundance of caution, WorkSource Fulton is adhering to all County safety protocols including social distancing markers and facial covering while inside the offices.
Job seekers should call 404-613-6800 if they need to schedule an appointment time and day. Visitors can also email to schedule an appointment by contacting WorkSource Fulton at [email protected] or by scheduling appointments online at http://bit.ly/WorkSourceFultonAppointment. Job seekers can also arrange for document drop-off or pick-up at either location.
More information about WorkSource Fulton programs can be found at ATLworks.org.
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MEET COUNCILMAN REEVES ON NEXTDOOR
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COSF 311: SeeClickFix
If you see an issue that needs to be fixed, use COSF 311 on our SeeClickFix application.
Click Here to report a problem or by calling 470-552-4311. Problems can be reported 24 hours a day.
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