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Global Imports Returns to Sandy Springs Cycling Challenge

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS (April 2, 2013) — For a sixth year, Global Imports will hold title sponsorship for the Annual Sandy Springs Cycling Challenge Pro Racing Cycling Event to be held on Sunday, May 5 at Heritage Sandy Springs at City Walk. The Global Imports Sandy Springs C...

City of Sandy Springs Creates New Post

Tue, 26 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS (March 26, 2013) – The City of Sandy Springs today announced the creation of a new position within its Public Safety and Fire Rescue Services. Promoted to the role will be Terry Sult, the City’s current Police Chief.

In his new role, Sult ...

Abernathy Greenway Median Improvements

Fri, 01 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS (Feb. 29, 2013) - Work is underway on landscape improvements for the median front along the Abernathy Greenway. The City is adding a mix of evergreen shrubs, shade trees, crape myrtles, magnolias and perennial grasses. The addition of planting soil along the s...

City of Sandy Springs Issues RFP for Marsh Creek Headwaters Preserve

Thu, 28 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS (Feb. 28, 2013) — The City of Sandy Springs is soliciting Requests for Proposals from firms to design and develop stormwater management facilities at the Marsh Creek Headwaters project site. The Best Management Practices (BMP) program includes the design...

Demolition Work Paves Way for City Center

Thu, 21 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS (Feb. 21, 2013) — The City of Sandy Springs is moving forward with its Phase One Implementation Plan for the downtown City Center. Demolition work began today to remove the building located at 150 Hildebrand Drive. The property, acquired by the City in O...

Lake Forrest Drive to Close Friday, Feb. 1, for Emergency Repairs

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS (January 31, 2013) — An emergency slope maintenance project on Lake Forrest Drive will take place on Friday, Feb. 1, weather permitting. In an effort to stabilize the slope, hazardous trees will be re...

Star Cup Rhythmic Gymnastics International Competition Tournament Comes to Sandy Springs

Tue, 29 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

WHAT: The City of Sandy Springs Golden Ribbon Gymnastics team is hosting the Star Cup Int...

Sandy Springs Recreation & Parks Opens Pre-School Gymnastics Center at Hammond Park

Fri, 25 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS (Jan. 25, 2013) — The City’s youngest gymnasts now have a new place to tumble and jump as the Sandy Springs Recreation and Parks Department unveils its new preschool gymnastics center at Hammond Park. A ribbon cutting event and gymnastics demonstr...

City of Sandy Springs to Study Parking

Thu, 24 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS (Jan. 25, 2013) — As part of plans to develop its City Center, the City of Sandy Springs has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) from qualified transportation planning, engineering and parking management firms to assist the City in determining parking r...

City of Sandy Springs Invited to Participate in China Urban Development Forum

Thu, 24 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS (Jan. 24, 2013) — As leaders from one hundred Chinese cities and towns whose Gross Domestic Product accounts for 40 percent of the national total gather to discuss urban development, the City of Sandy Springs will be among presenters. Sandy Springs Mayor...

Sandy Springs Honors the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. with Eighth Annual City Celebration

Mon, 14 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS (Jan. 14, 2013) --- The City of Sandy Springs will host a community celebration to honor the legacy of the late Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at 10 a.m. on Jan. 21, 2013. The event will be held in the Sandy Springs City Hall Council Chambers at 7840 Roswell Road,...

Red Bandanna Pet Foods Takes Home Title as Retailer with the Most Sparkle

Wed, 19 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS (Dec. 18, 2012) — If Fido dreams of Santa, you might get an idea of what he’s thinking by checking out the window display at Red Bandanna Pet Foods and Supplies. The retailer was named top entry in the Second Annual Sparkle Sandy Springs design co...

Sandy Springs City Council Votes to Adopt The City Center Master Plan

Wed, 19 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS (Dec. 19, 2012) — Following a year-long process which included 10 meetings inviting public input, the Sandy Springs City Council adopted its master plan vision on Dec. 18, 2012 for the City’s downtown area. The City Center Master Plan includes a w...

Sandy Springs Confirms Tennis Management Services Contract

Fri, 14 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS (Dec. 14, 2012) — Groslimond Tennis Services, Inc. will take over management of the City of Sandy Springs tennis center as part of its one-year task order beginning Jan. 1, 2013. The City confirmed its decision following allegations from Operation Tenn...

Sandy Springs to Hold Public Meeting on Roswell Road Pedestrian Safety Project

Tue, 04 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT

WHAT: The City of Sandy Springs will host a public open house regarding the High-intensity Activated crossWalK (HAWK) pedestrian signal safety project for Roswell Road between Long Island Drive and West Belle Isle Road. There will be no formal presentation,...

Sandy Springs Unveils Permit GO!

Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS (Nov. 28, 2012) — Individuals and organizations in Sandy Springs will soon be able to check the status of their building permits any time – day or night. On December 1, the City launches Permit Go!, a new online tool designed to streamline the pe...

Discover Your Interdependence

Thu, 15 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS (Nov. 15, 2012) - In celebration of National Geography Awareness Week, City of Sandy Springs staff will take to the classroom on November 19, working with fifth graders at Woodland Charter Elementary School. Among the activities, students will hunt...

City Of Sandy Springs to Host Public Information Meeting Regarding Lost Corners

Wed, 14 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs will host a public information meeting to update residents and answer questions regarding activities and future plans for the Lost Corner Preserve.

The City, working with The Trust for Public Land, a national nonprofit land conservation org...

Presenting Plans for City Center

Wed, 31 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS (Oct. 31, 2012) — Following seven months gathering data, meeting with city, civic and business leaders, and collecting citizen input through a series of public meetings, the city’s Master Planner, Boston-based Goody Clancy, is ready to present reco...

Transportation Choices Focus of Next City Center Master Plan Workshop

Tue, 16 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS (Oct. 16, 2012) — Transportation will be the primary topic of conversation as the City of Sandy Springs hosts the next in its series of public meetings to create a Master Plan for its City Center. The meeting will be held on Tuesday, October 30, 2012 f...

Sandy Springs City Council Supports I-285/GA 400 Interchange as Top Priority Transportation Project

Wed, 03 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS (Oct. 3, 2012) — The Sandy Springs City Council voted 6-0 Tuesday night (Oct. 2) to support a Perimeter Community Improvement District’s resolution calling for reconstruction of the I-285 and Georgia 400 Interchange as the top priority transportat...

Sandy Springs Police and DEA Hosting Annual Prescription “Take-Back” Initiative

Thu, 27 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS (Sept. 27, 2012) — On September 29, 2012, the Sandy Springs Police and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) will give the public the opportunity to discard unwanted, unused and expired prescription drugs. Between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., residents ...

Sandy Springs Assistant City Manager Elected To National Criminal Justice Association Board

Wed, 01 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS (Aug 1, 2012) — Sandy Springs Assistant City Manager Eden Freeman has been elected to represent the Southern Region on the Board of Directors for the National Criminal Justice Association (NCJA). The organization represents state, territorial, tribal and...

Brandon Mill Road Closing for Construction Beginning Monday, July 16

Mon, 09 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS (July 9, 2012) - Brandon Mill Road, from Abernathy Road to Brandon Ridge Drive, will close beginning Monday, July 16. The closure is needed to facilitate a grade change at the intersection of Brandon Mill Road and River Springs Drive. The River Springs Drive ...

Award-Winning Author to Discuss John Ripley Forbes Biography

Mon, 09 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT

WHAT

Gary Ferguson, author of Nature's Keeper - John Ripley Forbes and the Children's
Nature Movement., will host a “meet and greet” to discuss his biography about renowned
naturalist and conservationist John Ripley Forbes. Time Magazine ...

Sandy Springs City Hall Voter Registration Drive Begins Monday, May 21

Fri, 18 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS (MAY 18, 2012) - As part of efforts to increase voter registration, Fulton County residents can register to vote at Sandy Springs City Hall beginning Monday, May 21. The City of Sandy Springs is working in partnership with Fulton County and the other North Ful...

USPS Survey to Change Postal Service “Default Last Line” In The Mail May 9

Thu, 03 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS (May 3, 2012) — “Do you support the requested last line default of your mailing address to be changed from Atlanta to Sandy Springs?” That is the single question asked in a survey to be mailed May 9th to residents and businesses located in Sa...

Ride and Dine as Sandy Springs Cycling Challenge Adds Food and Wine

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS (April 30, 2012) — Cycling fans will enjoy a new spin added to the 5th Annual Global Imports Sandy Springs Cycling Challenge to be held on Sunday, May 6. In addition to hosting the Finale of the Southeast Crits Series, “Speed Week,” the Cha...

Multi-Jurisdiction Practice Response To Deadly Tornado

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS (April 18, 2012) — The City of Sandy Springs is hosting a Tornado Response and Recovery Drill on Saturday, April 21, 2012 that will include Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) volunteers and public safety personnel from municipalities includin...

Londonberry Road Stormwater Repairs Begin Monday, March 26

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS (March 22, 2012) Beginning Monday, March 26, Londonberry Road, between London Drive and Powers Ferry Road, will be closed as the City of Sandy Springs makes repairs on an arch pipe culvert located on Londonberry Road. The project is expected to take about one ...

Sandy Springs To Test Tornado Sirens March 22

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS (March 20, 2012) — The City of Sandy Springs will audibly test its new tornado sirens on Thursday, March 22, 2012. Sirens will be activated for a period of 60 to 120 seconds during testing scheduled for Thursday between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Testing will be...

Sandy Springs Downtown Development Master Planning Process Launches

Thu, 15 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

City, Goody Clancy announce first of a series of Public Information Meetings to be held on May 8, 2012

SANDY SPRINGS (March 15, 2012) — The master planning process to develop the City of Sandy Springs’ downtown area into a vibr...

Sandy Springs Assistant City Manager Honored by Grant Professionals Association

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS (March 14, 2012) — Sandy Springs Assistant City Manager Eden Freeman has been honored by the Grant Professionals Association as its national Volunteer Spotlight. The designation honors individuals based on volunteer contributions to the GPA at both the N...

Lake Forrest Drive Maintenance Project Begins Friday, March 9

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS (March 6, 2012) — A two day slope maintenance project on Lake Forrest Drive will take place on Friday, March 9 and Saturday, March 10, weather permitting. In an effort to stabilize the slope, hazardous trees will be removed along Lake Forrest Drive. ...

Sandy Springs Begins Road Reconstruction Work

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS (Feb. 22, 2012) — The City of Sandy Springs will begin reconstruction work on 11 city neighborhood roads on February 27, 2012, commencing with Old Campus Trail, Selkirk Drive and Brandon Place. Starting March 5, work begins on Riverwood Drive, Francyne ...

Sandy Springs Named ‘Tree City USA’ Community

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS (Feb. 16, 2012) — For the third straight year, the City of Sandy Springs has been recognized as a Tree City USA community by the National Arbor Day Foundation for its commitment to urban forestry.

Sandy Springs met the four required stand...

City of Sandy Springs implements new survey feedback cards

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS (Feb. 16, 2012) — Are you satisfied with the service you received from the City’s Community Development Department? That is what the City of Sandy Springs wants to know from homeowners, builders and developers. The City recently launched a new surv...

New Shaded Areas for Morgan Falls Overlook Park

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS (Feb. 8, 2012) — The City of Sandy Springs will close Morgan Falls Overlook Park on Monday, February 13, 2012 for up to three weeks to install shades over the playground equipment. The shades will be fitted over the large and small playground equipment i...

Outmaneuvering Mother Nature

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS (Feb. 7, 2012) — Regular commuters driving Mount Vernon Road, east bound at Roswell Road, likely have noticed an easier time getting through the intersection. Until late December, afternoon sunshine would cause a daily glitch in the intersection’s...

Sandy Springs Installs Tornado Sirens

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS (February 6, 2012) — New tornado warning sirens have been installed throughout the City of Sandy Springs. The sirens will be used to help alert citizens to severe weather.

The City completed installation of 8 tornado warning sirens last...

Tamara Carrera Selected to Receive 2012 Sandy Springs Humanitarian Award

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS (Jan. 16, 2012) — Tamara Carrera, Executive Director for the Community Action Center, has been named the 2012 recipient of the Sandy Springs Humanitarian Award. The award was created to recognize outstanding individuals who have made significant contribu...

Sandy Springs Adds Sidewalks

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS (Jan. 12, 2011) — The City Sandy Springs is adding sidewalks on Spalding Drive, Roswell Road and Glenridge Drive.

Sidewalk is being added on Spalding from Pitts Road to the Dunwoody City Limits. The sidewalk will connect with a sidewalk project...

Sandy Springs Honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with Seventh Annual City Celebration

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS (Jan. 9, 2012) — The City of Sandy Springs will pay tribute to the legacy of the late Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with a community celebration to be held at 10 a.m. on January 16, 2012. The celebration will be held in the Sandy Springs City Hall Council...

Sandy Springs Issues Request for Qualifications to Aid in City’s Downtown Development

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS (Jan. 5, 2012) — The City of Sandy Springs announced today that it has issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) and a Request for Information (RFI) related to redevelopment in the City’s downtown area. Letters of Interest (no more than 10 pages)...

Sandy Springs Incentive Program Helps Attract Corporate Headquarters

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS (Jan. 4, 2012) — Graphic Packaging Holding Company will be the first business to take advantage of the City of Sandy Springs’ new economic development incentive program. The program was approved last October by the City Council and offers a variety...

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Department Celebrates Fifth Anniversary

Thu, 29 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS (Dec. 29, 2011) — The City of Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Department celebrates its fifth anniversary on December 29, 2011.

In its short existence, the City of Sandy Springs has gone above and beyond creating a Fire Rescue Department that not only ...

First annual competition encourages holiday spirit among the business community

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS (Dec. 16, 2011) — A mixture of elves and gingerbread men, combined with the twinkle of white lights, provided the magical blend placing Bean Head Toys as the winning entry in the first annual Sparkle Sandy Springs holiday decoration competition. The c...

Don't Block the Box

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS (Dec. 9, 2011) — If you drive along Riverside Drive and Riverside Parkway, Sandy Springs officials want you to know, “Don’t Block the Box.” This weekend, the city will begin testing a new traffic control system at that intersection.

Sandy Springs Receives ISO Rating Of 3

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS (December 6, 2011) — The City of Sandy Springs has received official notification from the Insurance Services Office (ISO), Inc. that the City’s Fire Department has obtained a Class 3 rating for its fire suppression delivery system. Sandy Spring...

Students Showcase Talents at Annual Hammond Park Winter Gymnastics Showcase

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

WHAT: The City of Sandy Springs Recreation and Parks Department is hosting its annual Winter Showcase. The event will feature performances by students participating in the artistic and rhythmic gymnastics programs. Attendees will also have the opportunity t...

Holiday Hoops 2-On-2 Basketball Skills Challenge Bounces Back To the Court

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

WHAT: The Sandy Springs Recreation and Parks Department is hosting its second annual Holiday Hoops 2-on-2 Basketball Skills Challenge.

The 2-on-2 round robin tournament, free throw competition, and 3-point shooting contest are open to boys an...

Improvements at Northridge / Georgia 400 Interchange Topic of Public Open House in Sandy Springs

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

WHAT: The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) and City of Sandy Springs will hold a Public Information Open House (PIOH) to review the concept for improvements to Northridge Road at Georgia 400 and surrounding intersections. The PIOH will provi...

Sandy Springs to Hold Flood Risk Map Public Open House Meeting

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

WHAT: The City of Sandy Springs will be holding a public open house meeting to review new flood risk maps. These new maps also include Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) which are used as a basis of establishing flood insurance premiums.

Sandy Springs Launches Holiday Storefront Decorating Contest

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS (Nov. 15, 2011) — Sandy Springs business owners are being encouraged to display their seasonal spirit for the city’s first annual holiday decorating competition. The contest is a joint collaboration between Art Sandy Springs, the Sandy Springs/Peri...

Sandy Springs Adds Hours for Building Permit Inspections

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS (November 1, 2011) — The City of Sandy Springs is extending its deadline for next day inspections from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. The new deadline takes effect immediately. The inspections will cover those needed for the issuing of permits including site, ...

City Of Sandy Springs Announces Grants Available For Non-Profit, Community Organizations

Tue, 25 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS (Oct. 25, 2011) — The City of Sandy Springs announces the availability of FY 2012 funding for eligible non-profit agencies that serve residents of Sandy Springs. The available funding pool is $150,000.

The application and instructions are ...

Sandy Springs to Hold Public Meeting On Chattahoochee River Bridge Enhancements

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS (Oct. 6, 2011) - The City of Sandy Springs will hold a Public Information Meeting on the Pedestrian and Bicycle Enhancements to SR 9 over the Chattahoochee River from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, October 11, in the Council Chambers at Sandy Springs City Ha...

City Of Sandy Springs to Hold Public Meeting On Johnson Ferry/Abernathy Road Widening and Abernathy Linear Park Projects

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS (Oct. 6, 2011) - Sandy Springs Councilmember Chip Collins will host a town hall meeting to update the public on the Johnson Ferry/Abernathy Road widening project and the Abernathy Greenway Linear Park. The meeting will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Octo...

Award recognizes leadership and contribution to the mission of the American Heart Association

Wed, 05 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS (October 5, 2011) — Sandy Springs Fire Chief Jack McElfish has been selected to receive the American Heart Association’s 2011 American Heart Association Mission Award. The honor is presented in recognition of dedication and contribution to the co...

Hospitality and Tourism Convention and Visitors Bureau receives several honors including Gold Level Benchmark of Excellence Certification

Wed, 05 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS (Oct. 5, 2011) — Hospitality and tourism bureaus serve as a catalyst in attracting visitors to a city. No one does a better job than Sandy Springs Hospitality and Tourism, and they have the accolades to prove it. The Georgia Association of Convention an...

2012 Humanitarian Award Call For Entries

Wed, 28 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS (Sept. 28, 2011) — Honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr,, the City of Sandy Springs announced today its call for entries for the 2012 Humanitarian Award. The award recognizes individuals who exemplify King’s history of character and s...

Assistant City Manager Noah Reiter to Leave City

Fri, 23 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS (Sept. 23, 2011) —Assistant City Manager Noah Reiter, who joined the City of Sandy Springs in January 2008, has announced his resignation, effective October 5th. Originally hired to spearhead the evaluation and design of the City’s first 9-1-...

Sandy Springs Historic Preservation Society Presents Sandy Springs History Lecture Series

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS (Sept. 22, 2011) — Each Monday in October from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., the Sandy Springs Historic Preservation Society will look at significant moments in the city’s history as part of a special lecture series. Led by Sandy Springs Historic Preser...

Water Main Break at North Mill Rd and Brandon Mill Rd

Sun, 18 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRING S (Sept. 18, 2011) — A sizeable water main break at the intersection of North Mill Road and Brandon Mill Road has resulted in the closure of North Mill Road. The break occurred early Sunday evening. Damage to the pavement on North Mill Rd. has been report...

Riverside Drive Between North Harbor Dr./Pointe Ridge Dr. to Johnson Ferry Road to Be Closed For Repairs

Fri, 09 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS (Sept. 9, 2011) — Waterline repairs along Riverside Drive will impact traffic as Riverside Drive will be closed to thru traffic between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept 14 and between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 15. Riverside Drive will be ...

Gas Main Break Causes Emergency Road Closure On Peachtree Dunwoody

Wed, 07 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRING S (Sept. 7, 2011) — Peachtree Dunwoody Road at Spalding Drive is closed due to a gas main break. Spalding Drive remains open while repairs are currently underway. Repairs are estimated to be completed within the next few hours; however, but traffic is li...

Ball Mill Creek Bridge on Spalding Drive Reopens Ahead of Schedule

Fri, 02 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS (Sept. 2, 2011)—The Ball Mill Creek Bridge, located on Spalding Drive, is open again to traffic. The bridge was closed August 15 when it was determined through an underwater inspection that the bridge had an undermining of one of its foundations. Repair...

Hammond Ramps to Open September 2

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS (Aug. 31, 2011)—The long-awaited Hammond ramps, located within the city limits of Sandy Springs, will open to the public September 2. The ramps will offer access for the first time to Georgia 400 at Hammond Drive.

“By adding this connectio...

City Names New Communications Director

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

SANDY SPRINGS – (August 25, 2011) – The City of Sandy Springs and The Collaborative, the City’s Communications services provider, are pleased to announce the hiring of Sharon Kraun, effective August 30th, as the new Director of Communications. Ms. Kraun w...

Ball Mill Creek Bridge on Spalding Drive to Be Closed For Repair

Fri, 12 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

August 12, 2011—Beginning Monday, August 15 at noon, the Ball Mill Creek Bridge, located on Spalding Drive will be closed for repairs. City officials were given verbal notification from the Georgia Department of Transportation’s State Bridge Maintenance Unit late o...

Charter Commission To Meet August 16, 2011

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

August 11, 2011—The next meeting of the City of Sandy Springs Charter Commission will be held on Tuesday, August 16, 2011, beginning at 4:00 p.m. at City Hall, 7840 Roswell Road, Building 500, in the Board Room. The meeting is open to the public.

Per th...

City Installing Solar Powered Speed Radar Signs

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

August 11, 2011—The City of Sandy Springs is installing solar powered speed radar signs in school zones and other locations identified as critical to the safety of residents and students. The scope of work includes installing 21 solar powered speed radar signs. The in...

Emergency Sewer Repair Work on Roswell Road Continues Saturday Morning

Fri, 05 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

August 5, 2011—Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Fulton County Department of Public Works will continue emergency sewer repair work on Saturday, August 6 beginning at 8:00 a.m. at 6090 Roswell Road. Crews anticipate this portion of work to be complete by 4:00 p.m....

Sunday Traffic Pacing On I-285, Lane Closure On Roswell Road Bridge

Thu, 04 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

August 4, 2011— Georgia Power crews will continue utility relocation work on Sunday, August 7 in preparation for the Georgia Department of Transportation’s Roswell Road Bridge Widening project over Interstate 285. Traffic pacing on I-285 will begin at 7:00 a.m. ...

Emergency Sewer Repair Begins Tonight On Roswell Road

Thu, 04 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

August 4, 2011—The Fulton County Department of Public Works will begin emergency sewer repair work tonight at 6090 Roswell Road at 9:30 p.m. and continue until 4:00 a.m. Friday, August 5. Work will include lane closures the nights of August 8 and 9, 2011 from 10:30 p.m. ...

City Receives Generous Donation from Newell Rubbermaid

Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

August 1, 2011— City of Sandy Springs first responders and Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) members will be cooler thanks to a donation from global consumer product company Newell Rubbermaid, marketer of widely recognized brands including Rubbermaid®, Sharpie...

City Provides Update on Three Ongoing Construction Projects

Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

August 1, 2011— The Public Works Department and its contractors are diligently working to complete many of the City's ongoing capital improvement projects. Three of the City's major projects are the Johnson Ferry/Abernathy Road Widenin...

Councilman Sterling to Hold “Walk In the Woods” Town Hall Meeting

Thu, 28 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

July 28, 2011—Sandy Springs District 4 Councilman Gabriel Sterling is hosting a “Walk in the Woods with your Councilman” Town Hall Meeting on Saturday, August 6, at 8 a.m. The meeting will be held at the John Ripley Forbes Big Trees Forest Preserve, 7645 R...

City, State Partnerships Continue

Tue, 26 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

July 26, 2011— The City of Sandy Springs and its Public Works Department is developing stronger bonds and partnerships with local utility companies and state and local agencies. The goal of these partnerships is to ensure progress of existing and development of ...

Freeman Promoted to Assistant City Manager for General Government Services for the City of Sandy Springs

Wed, 20 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

July 20, 2011 – Effective today, Eden E. Freeman has been promoted to Assistant City Manager for General Government Services for the City of Sandy Springs. For almost two years, she has served in numerous capacities for the city and has been instrumental in various p...

Target 28th Annual National Night Out Offers Free Food, Safety Education, Introduction To Public Safety Officers

Tue, 19 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

July 19, 2011—The City of Sandy Springs and Target have teamed up for the 28th Annual National Night Out (NNO) in an effort to create a safer and healthier community. A children’s (ages 14 and younger) celebration will be held on Tuesday, August 2, 2011, from 6:...

Georgia 400 Bike Ride, Expect Traffic Delays

Fri, 08 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On Sunday, July 10, 2011, the “Hospitality Highway Century” benefitting the Georgia Transplant Foundation (GTF) will take place with more than 1,500 riders. This will temporarily shut down portions of Georgia (GA) 400 and Roswell Road. The bicycle race begins at...

Recreation and Parks Department Offices Relocating To City Hall

Thu, 23 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

June 23, 2011—Sandy Springs Recreation and Parks Department Offices are relocating to City Hall, 7840 Roswell Rd, Building 500 effective July 1, 2011. The relocation includes staff and the registration office. The Registration office will be located at the City Hall e...

Restriping On Brandon Mill/Johnson Ferry/Abernathy to Take Place

Fri, 17 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

June 17, 2011—The restriping and installation of the dual left turn lanes for the Brandon Mill/Johnson Ferry/Abernathy intersection will take place on Monday and Tuesday June 20, and 21, 2011. Construction for both days will be take place from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Th...

Charter Commission to Meet May 31, 2011

Fri, 17 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

June 17, 2011—The next meeting of the City of Sandy Springs Charter Commission will be held on Tuesday, June 21, 2011, beginning at 4:00 p.m. at City Hall, 7840 Roswell Road, Building 500, in the Board Room. The meeting is open to the public.

Per the City Chart...

Talented Coaching Duo Tumbles into Sandy Springs Gymnastics Community

Mon, 13 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

June 13, 2011— Within five years, the Sandy Springs gymnastics program has grown by leaps and bounds from just 100 participants to in excess of 1,200 and now the coaching staff will see expansion too. The Sandy Springs gymnastics community welcomes husband and wife co...

Tip a Cop for Special Olympics

Mon, 13 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

June 13, 2011—Sandy Springs’ Police officers once again will be serving fun and food for Special Olympics. Officers from the Department will be working at the “Tip a Cop” fundraiser on Saturday, June 18, 2011, from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at J. ...

Sandy Springs Police Hosts Family Fun Day

Thu, 02 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

June 2, 2011— Sandy Springs Police Department is hosting the second annual Family Fun Day on Saturday, June 4, 2011, to benefit the Sandy Springs Police Benevolent Fund. The event includes family games, music, food and a Dunk-a-Cop tank.

“This event is a ...

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue First Department to Use QR Codes on Vehicles

Thu, 02 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

June 2, 2011—Sandy Springs Fire Rescue (SSFR), an innovative leader in medical advances and fire rescue technology, is pioneering another technology—Quick Response or QR Codes on their vehicles. QR codes are matrix barcodes that are readable by dedicated QR code...

Peachtree Dunwoody Lanes at Northside Hospital to Be Closed Tomorrow

Wed, 01 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

June 1, 2011—One to two lanes of Peachtree Dunwoody Road will be closed on Thursday, June 2, 2011, beginning at 9:00 a.m., in front of Northside Hospital as Atlanta Watershed Management makes repairs to an 8” water pipe. The work could last up to two days during...

Charter Commission to Meet May 31, 2011

Fri, 27 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

May 27, 2011—The next meeting of the City of Sandy Springs Charter Commission will be held on Tuesday, May 31, 2011, beginning at 5:00 p.m. at City Hall, 7840 Roswell Road, Building 500, in the Board Room. The meeting is open to the public.

Per the City Charter...

Utility Relocation Begins on Roswell Road Bridge Widening Over Interstate 285

Wed, 25 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

May 25, 2011—The long-awaited bridge widening on Roswell Road over Interstate 285 has begun. Georgia Power has started utility relocation work and once complete, Comcast and AT&T will begin utility relocations. The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) recen...

Hammond Park Gymnastics Holds Competitive Team Tryouts

Thu, 19 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

May 19, 2011—The Recreation and Parks Department is holding competitive team tryouts for their Little Stars, Pre Team and Team programs on May 21, 2011, from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Registration for tryouts begins at 12:30 p.m. The selection and placement for the Hammond Sta...

Construction Work on Abernathy Road to Begin around Protected Oak Trees

Wed, 18 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

May 18, 2011— The Georgia Department of Transportation contractor, C.W. Matthews, will remove the chain link protecting fence from around two protected oak trees on Friday, May 20, 2011 weather permitting, to install special fill materials. Removal of the protective f...

Sandy Springs Selects New Contractors

Tue, 17 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

May 17, 2011 – Long recognized as a trailblazer in Public-Private Partnerships, the City of Sandy Springs is once again breaking new ground with the recently completed re-bid of General Government Services. Following a year-long process, the City awarded contract...

Sandy Springs Brings Home National Heart Safe Community Award

Tue, 17 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

May 17, 2011─ Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Department (SSFRD) was named a Heart Safe Community by the International Association of Fire Chiefs at the EMS Section annual meeting in Las Vegas last week.

“I am extremely proud of the men and women who make up the Sand...

Charter Commission to Meet May 17, 2011

Mon, 16 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

May 16, 2011—The next meeting of the City of Sandy Springs Charter Commission will be held on Tuesday, May 17, 2011, beginning at 2:00 p.m. at City Hall, 7840 Roswell Road, Building 500, in the City Council Chambers. The meeting is open to the public as it is a public...

Sandy Springs Included in Georgia Outdoor Burn Ban

Mon, 16 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

May 16, 2011─The City of Sandy Springs falls under the jurisdiction of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and the Environmental Protection Division (EPD) outdoor burning ban. The City does not allow outdoor burning year round, with the exceptions for cooking ...

Take Your Children Out For National Kids to Parks Day

Wed, 11 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

May 11, 2011─ Children in Sandy Springs will take part in a grassroots movement to reclaim America’s parks through play on Saturday, May 21, 2011, to commemorate National Park Trust’s (NPT) inaugural National Kids to Parks Day. Mayor Eva Galambos will proclaim N...

Moore to Take On Acting Director of Media & Communications Role

Wed, 11 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

May 11, 2011─ Effective immediately, Tisa Moore will take on the role of Acting Director of Media & Communications for the City of Sandy Springs. She has been with the City of Sandy Springs since January 2006. Moore will replace Judy Parker who has been reassigned to a ...

Fulton and Dekalb Mayors Unite for Regional Transportation Inequities

Wed, 04 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

May 4, 2011—The Mayors of cities in Fulton and DeKalb Counties have organized a meeting to build support among the legislators from Fulton and DeKalb Counties toward enactment of a regional transit agency with regional transit funding.

The taxpayers of Fulton a...

Mayor Eva Galambos Receives Andrew Young School’s First Distinguished Alumni Award

Wed, 04 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

May 4, 2011— Sandy Springs Mayor Eva Galambos was among the first alumni of Georgia State University to receive the Andrew Young School of Policy Studies’ 2011 Distinguished Alumni Award in a special ceremony held recently at the university’s student cente...

Councilmember Meinzen McEnerny to Hold Town Hall Meeting May 9th

Mon, 02 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

May 2, 2011—Sandy Springs District 6 Councilmember Karen Meinzen McEnerny will hold a Town Hall Meeting on Monday, May 9th at 6:30 p.m. This meeting will provide a legislative overview from State Representatives Ed Lindsey, Joe Wilkinson and Wendell Willard.

&l...

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Hosts Dog Bite Prevention Class for Children

Mon, 02 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

May 2, 2011—May 15-21, 2011, is dog bite prevention week. To promote safety between dogs and children, Sandy Springs Fire Recue is hosting a dog bite prevention class for children ages five through 12 on May 14, 2011, at 2:00 p.m. at Sandy Springs Fire Station 4.

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Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Responds to Tornado Ravaged Catoosa County

Thu, 28 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

April 28, 2011—Sandy Springs Fire Rescue responded to the Georgia Mutual Aid Group (GMAG) request for assistance from throughout the state to assist in search and rescue or recovery in disaster areas hit by last night’s storms. SSFRD personnel are assigned to Ca...

Citizens Police Academy Graduates Eighth Class

Wed, 27 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

April 27, 2010—The ever-popular Sandy Springs Police Academy is graduating its eighth class on Thursday, April 28, 2011 at 6:00 p.m. at Sandy Springs City Hall Council Chambers. Members are graduating from the eight-week course, which was taught at Police headquarters...

City Encourages Residents to Sign Up for Code Red

Tue, 26 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

April 26, 2011—With severe weather on the horizon, the City of Sandy Springs is encouraging all residents to sign up for CodeRed, its Weather Warning system. This system is a reverse 911 system that will automatically call residents and businesses with a recorded mess...

Charter Commission to Meet April 26, 2011

Mon, 18 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

April 18, 2010—The next meeting of the City of Sandy Springs Charter Commission will be held on Tuesday, April 26, 2011, beginning at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall, 7840 Roswell Road, Building 500, in the City Council Chambers. The meeting is open to the public as it is a pu...

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue to Hold Car Safety Seat Installation Event

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

April 14, 2011—Did you know the car seat standards recently changed? Did you know that four out of every five child car seats are installed incorrectly? Did you know that one-third of children are riding in the wrong restraints for their age and size? Sandy Springs Fi...

Sandy Springs Police Serve Up Fun and Food for Special Olympics

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

April 14, 2011—Sandy Springs’ Police officers will be serving fun and food for Special Olympics. Officers from the Department will be working at the “Tip a Cop” fundraiser on the Friday, April 22, 2011, from 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. at the Flying Biscu...

Charter Commission to Meet

Wed, 13 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

April 13, 2011—Future meetings of the City of Sandy Springs Charter Commission will be held on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month at 4:00 p.m. at City Hall, 7840 Roswell Road, Building 500, Board Room 2. The meetings are open to the public. Members of the Cha...

DEA & Sandy Springs Police Department Hold Drug Take Back Day

Mon, 11 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

April 11, 2011—The Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA), along with the Sandy Springs Police Department, will hold the second National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, which will take place on Saturday, April 30, 2011, from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. at the Sandy Springs Police ...

City of Sandy Springs Holds Taxicab Permit Sweep

Wed, 06 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

April 6, 2011—Sandy Springs Code Enforcement Division, along with Marta Police, conducted a sweep of vehicles for hire, or “gypsy” cabs, operating at various locations within the City limits.

Throughout a two-day period, code enforcement officers is...

Deputy Chief & Batallion Chiefs Redesignated as Chief Fire Officers

Wed, 06 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

April 6, 2011— Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Deputy Chief Dennis Ham and Battalion Chiefs James Curry and Manuel “Manny” Trujillo have been redesignated Chief Fire Officers by the Center for Public Safety Excellence, Inc. A Chief Fire Officer is an individual ...

Sandy Springs Completes One of First Local Government Solar Projects in Georgia

Fri, 01 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

April 1, 2011—The City of Sandy Springs completed one of the first local government solar photovoltaic (electric) and solar thermal (hot water) systems in Georgia at Fire Station #1, located at 1425 Spalding Drive and Fire Station #2, located at 135 Johnson Ferry Road...

Night Paving to Begin on Johnson Ferry Road

Wed, 30 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

March 30, 2011—Major changes on Johnson Ferry Road from the River to Abernathy will take place next week. Night paving work will start on April 4th and will continue through April 10th, starting at the Johnson Ferry Road and Riverside Drive intersection, then working ...

Work Zone Safety Week Held April 4-8, 2011

Tue, 29 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

March 29, 2011—The 2011 National Work Zone Awareness Week is scheduled for April 4-8. The theme for this year is “Safer driving. Safer work zones. For everyone.” Safety in work zones means having the “undivided attention” of motorists who navig...

City of Sandy Springs Receives a 2010 Constant Contact All-Star Award

Tue, 29 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

March 29, 2011—The City of Sandy Springs received the 2010 All-Star Award from Constant Contact®, Inc., a provider of survey tools and electronic communications campaigns for the City of Sandy Springs. The City was selected for meeting Constant Contact’s bes...

Celebrate World Water Day

Mon, 21 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

March 21, 2011—March 22, 2011, is World Water Day. The United Nations General Assembly designated the 22nd of March each year as the World Day for Water. The international observance of World Water Day is an initiative that grew out of the 1992 United Nations Conferen...

Charter Commission to Meet

Mon, 21 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

March 21, 2010—The organizational meeting of the City of Sandy Springs Charter Commission will be held on Thursday, March 24, 2011, beginning at 4:00 p.m. at City Hall, 7840 Roswell Road, Building 500, Board Room 2. The meeting is open to the public.

Per the Ci...

Councilmember Meinzen McEnerny to Hold Town Hall Meeting April 4th

Thu, 17 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

March 17, 2011—Sandy Springs District 6 Councilmember Karen Meinzen McEnerny will hold a Town Hall Meeting on Monday, April 4th at 6:30 p.m. This meeting will provide a recap of Mayor Eva Galambos’ State of the City remarks made at the Sandy Springs Perimeter Ch...

Lane Closure at Peachtree Dunwoody at Central Parkway

Tue, 15 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

March 15, 2011—A lane closure is underway on Peachtree Dunwoody Road in the northbound lane and on Central Parkway. There are cranes that must be removed from a construction site. This situation may extend into the evening rush hour. Use caution or avoid the area.

...

Overnight Paving to Continue on the Section of Abernathy Road Between Brandon Mill and Wright Roads

Tue, 15 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

March 15, 2011— The Georgia Department of Transportation contractor, C.W. Matthews, continues night paving operations on the section of Abernathy Road between Brandon Mill and Wright Roads on the Johnson Ferry Abernathy Road project from 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. The ove...

Spring Forward, Change Your Smoke Detector Batteries

Fri, 11 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On the evening of Saturday, March 12, 2011, daylight savings time will begin. This is a great reminder to change the batteries in your smoke detectors. There was one structure fire every 66 seconds in 2009, according to the National Fire Protection Association. Those fires ...

Sandy Springs and GHA Team Up to Fight Cyber Bullying

Fri, 11 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

March 11, 2011—Sandy Springs Police Department and Greenfield Hebrew Academy are teaming up together to fight cyber bullying. More than 13 million students, about a third of all those attending school, are bullied every year, according to the White House. Officer Tim ...

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Receives Grant to Improve Fire Stations

Tue, 08 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

March 8, 2011—Sandy Springs Fire Rescue (SSFR) received the Assistance to Firefighters Grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The $88,000 grant, with $22,000 matching City funds, will be used to install sprinkler systems in fire stations 1 and 2. T...

Sandy Springs Asks You to Fix Your Leak During “Fix a Leak Week”

Tue, 08 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

March 8, 2011—Because minor water leaks account for more than 1 trillion gallons of water wasted each year in U.S. homes, the City of Sandy Springs is asking residents to fix your leak during “Fix a Leak Week,” March 14 through 20, 2011. Fix a Leak Week is...

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue to Give Away Weather Radios

Thu, 03 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

March 3, 2011—Sandy Springs Fire Rescue (SSFR) will be giving away NOAA Weather Radios to Sandy Springs businesses, churches, offices or anywhere else, where at least 50 or more people congregate at one time. The radios were paid for by a grant from the Georgia Emerge...

Sandy Springs Continues Reduced Fees Program for Economic Development Purposes

Thu, 03 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

March 3, 2011—Sandy Springs Mayor and City Council passed a resolution to extend the one-year fee reduction on fees collected by the Department of Community Development to June 30, 2011. They felt the reduction will continue to have an impact on economic development p...

Traffic Shift on Abernathy to Take Place

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

March 2, 2011—The Georgia Department of Transportation contractor, C.W. Matthews, will soon shift traffic to new lanes on the section of Abernathy Road between Brandon Mill and Wright Roads. Traffic will be shifted from the existing lanes to the newly constructed lane...

City of Sandy Springs Begins Pavement Preservation Program

Mon, 28 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

February 28, 2011— The City of Sandy Springs is the first place in the southeastern US to begin an asphalt pavement preservation project called Hot-In-Place Recycling. This technique will be used on streets that were recommended by the City’s pavement network ev...

Wright Road to Temporarily Close South of Abernathy Road

Fri, 25 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

February 25, 2011—The Georgia Department of Transportation contractor, C. W. Matthews, will temporarily close Wright Road on the south side of Abernathy Road to allow construction of the new intersection. Wright Road on the north side of the intersection will remain o...

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Starts Specialized Tactics for Operational Medicine Team

Fri, 18 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

February 18, 2011—Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Department is embarking on a new program entitled Specialized Tactics for Operational and Rescue Medicine (STORM). The program uses hands-on skills for tactical emergency medical situations. Eighteen Sandy Springs, Dunwoody ...

Sandy Springs Ranks High in National Customer Service Satisfaction Survey

Tue, 15 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

February 15, 2011—Eighty-three percent of Sandy Springs residents rated their quality of life “excellent” or “good” in The National Citizen Survey™ (NCS), which was conducted in Sandy Springs during the last part of 2010. Sandy Springs&rs...

Sandy Springs Celebrates Arbor Day with Tree Planting

Thu, 10 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

February 10, 2011—The City of Sandy Springs will celebrate Arbor Day on Friday, February 18, 2011, at 11:30 a.m., with a special tree planting at the corner of Sandy Springs Circle and Cliftwood Drive in Sandy Springs. To commemorate Arbor Day, a proclamation will be ...

Chief Terry Sult Appointed to National Emergency Response Interoperability Center Public Safety Advisory Committee

Mon, 07 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

February 7, 2011—Sandy Spring Chief of Police Terry Sult has been appointed to the Emergency Response Interoperability Center Public Safety Advisory Committee (ERIC PSAC) by Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairman Julius Genachowski.

“To be named...

February 7-11, 2011, is Severe Weather Awareness Week: Be Ready

Fri, 04 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

February 4, 2011—Governor Nathan Deal has proclaimed February 7-11, 2011, Severe Weather Awareness Week. With the recent winter weather fresh on many people’s minds, the governor and the Georgia Emergency Management Agency (GEMA)/Homeland Security encourage all ...

Special Election to be Held to Fill Vacant District 4 City Council Post

Thu, 03 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

February 3, 2011—The City of Sandy Springs will hold a special election on March 15, 2011, to fill the seat left vacant by District 4 Councilmember Ashley Jenkins. Jenkins resigned on January 21, 2011, to pursue career interests in the travel industry. If needed, a ru...

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Says Celebrate American Heart Month by Taking Precautions Against Heart Disease

Thu, 03 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

February 3, 2011—Did you know that February is American Heart Month, and not because of Valentine's Day? Every year since its congressional approval in 1963, the President of the United States has issued a proclamation to help raise public awareness of heart disease. ...

Sandy Springs Announces Release of RFP For General Government Services

Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT

January 24, 2011— The City of Sandy Springs has released the Final Request for Proposals (RFP) for General Government Services. Interested parties can access the RFP and associated files at the City’s procurement website,

Councilmember Ashley Jenkins Makes Career Move, Vacancy in District Four Council Post

Fri, 21 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT

January 21, 2011—Sandy Springs Councilmember Ashley Jenkins today announced her intention to pursue her career in the travel industry. That move will necessitate her resignation from the City Council. The Mayor and Council will decide at their regularly scheduled meet...

City Offers Special Needs Gymnastics Event Through Special Olympics

Thu, 20 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT

January 20, 2011—The City of Sandy Springs Recreation and Parks Department is hosting a special needs gymnastics event through Special Olympics. Held on Friday, January 21, 2011, from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., the Special Olympics event will provide a fun, learni...

City Names Humanitarian Award Recipient during Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration

Thu, 20 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT

January 20, 2011—Sandy Springs resident, Melanie Noble-Couchman, has been named the 2011 recipient of the Humanitarian Award. This is the fifth time the City has given the award that embodies the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and recognizes an individual for hi...

City of Sandy Springs Announces Release Of RFPs for Financial Services and Information Services

Fri, 14 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT

January 14, 2011—The City of Sandy Springs has released the final Request for Proposals (RFPs) for Financial Services and Information Services. Interested parties can access the RFPs and associated files at the City’s procurement website,

Sandy Springs Cancels Board of Appeals

Thu, 13 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT

January 13, 2011— Due to inclement winter weather, the regularly scheduled Board of Appeals meeting has been cancelled for January, 13, 2011. The meeting, along with the three cases to be heard will be rescheduled for early February (date TBD) to allow for the require...

Sandy Springs Serves Medical Emergencies Only

Wed, 12 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT

January 12, 2011—Members of the public are asked to call 9-1-1 only for medical emergencies and conditions requiring transportation to a hospital emergency room. Ambulances serving the City of Sandy Springs are able to transport patients to emergency rooms only. Indiv...

City of Sandy Springs Reopens Thursday

Wed, 12 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT

January 12, 2011—The City of Sandy Springs City Hall will open Thursday. The City Council meeting is scheduled for 4 pm Thursday afternoon.

City Celebrates Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Fri, 07 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT

January 7, 2011—The Mayor, City Council members and other dignitaries invite residents and friends to celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Monday, January 17, 2011, at 10:00 a.m. The event will be held in the council chambers at City Hall. We will nam...

Sandy Springs Adopts Water Stewardship Provisions

Tue, 04 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT

January 4, 2011—The City of Sandy Springs adopted water stewardship provisions at its December 21st Mayor and Council meeting that will have an effect on outdoor water use beginning January 1, 2011. Prior to the City’s adoption of the ordinance, the State of Geo...

City of Sandy Springs Announces Release of RFPs for Financial Services and Information Services

Wed, 22 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs has released the final Request for Proposals (RFPs) for Financial Services and Information Services. Interested parties can access the RFPs and associated files at the City’s procurement

City Council Cuts Business Occupation Tax Fees for the City

Tue, 21 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

December 21, 2010 — Like many other governments, Sandy Springs is preparing to send its annual occupation tax renewals out by the end of December. This year, however, Sandy Springs businesses will have an added benefit.

Tonight, the City Council voted to establ...

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Earns National Honor--Crown Community

Thu, 16 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

December 16, 2010—Sandy Springs Fire Rescue has been named one of the nation’s 2010 “America’s Crown Communities.” Hailed by “American City & County” magazine as ranking at the top in local government, Sandy Springs Fire Rescue ...

Prevent the Number 1 Cause of Home Fire Deaths: Smoking

Tue, 14 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

December 14, 2010— The combination of cold weather and the holiday season translates into a time when even more people smoke indoors at home…“a triple whammy” increase in potential fatal home fires. The weather and holidays also increase the likelih...

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Offers Free Class to Firefighters

Thu, 09 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

December 9, 2010—Sandy Springs Fire Rescue is offering a free class on Firefighting Operations in high-rise buildings to any firefighter who registers by visiting ww.sandyspringsga.org. The class is being taught by nationally recognized Denver Fire Department District...

Sandy Springs Honored with Patriot Award

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

December 6, 2010—The City of Sandy Springs received a ‘Patriot’ Award for support of its employees who serve in the Georgia National Guard and Reserve from Georgia Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (GA ESGR), an agency of the Department of Defense....

Sandy Springs Celebrates Fifth Anniversary

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

December 1, 2010—The City of Sandy Springs today celebrates its fifth anniversary. On December 1, 2005, the city incorporated after a 30-year struggle for cityhood.

“I can’t believe it has been five years since the referendum for cityhood passed and...

Sandy Springs to Launch Smart Phone App

Fri, 19 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

November 19, 2010— The City of Sandy Springs is launching a smart phone application that allows users to snap and submit photos of potholes, graffiti and other problems for the City to address. Called CoSSpotter, it is a free, real time mobile civic engagement tool th...

Sandy Springs Receives Top Beautification Award

Fri, 19 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

November 19, 2010— The City of Sandy Springs received the state’s top beautification award for the design and development of Morgan Falls Overlook Park in the Community Improvement category by Keep Georgia Beautiful, a part of the Georgia Department of Community...

Brandon Mill At Abernathy to Temporarily Open in Mid-December

Fri, 19 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

November 19, 2010—Work originally scheduled to be complete this week on Brandon Mill and Abernathy Roads has been delayed. Utility relocation setbacks by Georgia Power, AT&T and Comcast have not allowed contractor CW Matthews to progress with the construction as p...

Dunwoody Club Drive Paving to Begin

Thu, 18 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

November 18, 2010— The City of Sandy Springs, in partnership with the City of Dunwoody and the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT), will be resurfacing Dunwoody Club Drive from Spalding Drive to Mount Vernon Road. This work will be partially funded by GDOT und...

Free CPR Class Being Offered by Sandy Springs Fire Rescue

Wed, 17 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

November 17, 2010—A free CPR and AED classes will be held Saturday, December 11, 2010, at Sandy Springs Fire Station #4, 4697 Wieuca Road, Atlanta. The classes will be held from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. This class is offered in support of the City’s efforts to edu...

City of Sandy Springs Earns Top Communications Honors

Mon, 15 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

November 15, 2010—The City of Sandy Springs has earned several distinctive communications honors: the International Association of Business Communications (IABC) Atlanta Chapter Silver Flame Awards and the Association of Marketing and Communication Professionals Award...

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Collecting Toys this Holiday Season

Fri, 12 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

November 12, 2010—Sandy Springs’ fire stations are now taking unwrapped toys for the North Perimeter Optimist Club’s Children’s Christmas Party this holiday season. Donations may be made until December 8, 2010, at the any of the four Sandy Springs fi...

Sandy Springs Public Works Department Seeking Additional Flood Prone Structures

Fri, 12 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

November 12, 2010— The Stormwater Services Division of the City of Sandy Springs Public Works Department is currently gathering information on flood prone structures within the City, in an effort to assess them for potential buyout. The Department is contacting p...

City of Sandy Springs Holds Inaugural Veterans Day Celebration

Tue, 09 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

November 9, 2010—Veterans Day is a day to honor ALL American veterans and is intended to thank them for their dedicated and loyal service to our country. On November 11, 2010, the City of Sandy Springs will celebrate our veterans. The City will host our inaugural Vete...

City of Sandy Springs Holds Inaugural Veterans Day Celebration

Tue, 02 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

November 2, 2010—Veterans Day is a day to honor ALL American veterans and is intended to thank them for their dedicated and loyal service to our country. On November 11, 2010, the City of Sandy Springs will celebrate our veterans. The City will host our inaugural Vete...

Fall Back and Change Batteries in Smoke Alarms

Tue, 02 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

November 2, 2010—On the evening of Sunday, November 7, 2010, daylight savings time will end. This is a great reminder to change the batteries in your smoke detectors. Almost 400,000 home structure fires occurred in the U.S. in 2007, according to the National Fire Prot...

Sandy Springs Approves Opportunity Zone

Wed, 27 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

October 27, 2010—After a review by the State of Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA), 135 parcels were transmitted to DCA for approval as the City of Sandy Springs Opportunity Zone. The City’s redevelopment area covers 495 acres and contains 964 parcels...

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Urges Safety this Halloween

Mon, 25 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

October 25, 2010—Sandy Springs Fire Rescue says be safe this Halloween. When purchasing a costume, masks, beards and wigs, look for the label Flame Resistant. Although this label does not mean these items won't catch fire, it does indicate the items will resist burnin...

City to Close Portion of Riverside Drive to Repair Damaged Storm Drain, Retaining Wall

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

October 20, 2010— Beginning the week of October 25, 2010, the City of Sandy Springs will begin work to repair a damaged storm drain and a failed retaining wall on Riverside Drive. The portion of Riverside Drive just below the North Harbor Subdivision entrance and the ...

Sandy Springs Fire Chief Earns National Honor

Fri, 15 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

October 15, 2010—Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Chief Jack McElfish has been awarded the Alan Brunacini Fire Service Executive Safety Award by the International Association Fire Chiefs (IAFC). This national honor is cosponsored by Provident Insurance and is awarded to the ...

Councilmembers Paulson and Jenkins to Hold Joint Town Hall Meeting on November 1st with Councilmember Shortal of Dunwoody

Fri, 15 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

October 15, 2010— Sandy Springs District 1 Councilmember John Paulson, District 4 Councilmember Ashley Jenkins and Dunwoody City Councilmember Denny Shortal of District One, Post-1 will hold a Town Hall meeting on Monday, November 1st on public safety. This is the fir...

City To Begin Work on Two Transportation Projects - Dunwoody Place Widening, Peachtree Dunwoody at Spalding Drive

Fri, 15 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

October 15, 2010— Beginning the week of October 19, 2010, the City of Sandy Springs will initiate work on utility relocations in preparation of the start of two transportation construction projects. Both projects will improve traffic flow along Dunwoody Place and the ...

City of Sandy Springs Makes Finding of No Significant Impact

Fri, 08 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

October 8, 2010—The City of Sandy Springs has completed the required environmental assessment for phase one of the 2010 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program Multiyear Sidewalk Construction Project. U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) reg...

Sandy Springs Pioneers New CPR Technology

Mon, 04 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

October 4, 2010—Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Department will be the first prehospital department in the metro Atlanta area to use the LUCAS™ 2 Automated CPR device. The LUCAS™ Chest Compression System is a safe and efficient tool that standardizes chest compr...

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Holds Open Houses at Fire Stations

Thu, 23 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

September 23, 2010—For the second year in a row, Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Department is again holding an exciting event in our community—the Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Fire Station Open House. The event will be held in celebration of Fire Safety Week on Tuesday,...

Certificate of Achievement of Excellence in Financial Reporting

Wed, 22 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

September 22, 2010—The City of Sandy Springs has been awarded the Certificate of Achievement of Excellence in Financial Reporting by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) for its comprehensive annual financial report (CAFR)...

U.S. Reaches Agreements with Kings Mountain, N.C., and Sandy Springs, Ga., to Terminate Coverage from Preclearance of the Voting Rights Act

Wed, 22 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

WASHINGTON – The Justice Department announced that it reached agreements this week with the city of Kings Mountain, N.C., and the city of Sandy Springs, Ga., in the form of consent decrees filed in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia. If approved by t...

City Seeks Nominees for MLK Humanitarian Award

Tue, 21 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

September 21, 2010—Nominations are open for the Sandy Springs Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Humanitarian Award.

The award will go to a person distinguished for humanitarian contributions to society in his or her business, profession, volunteerism or philanthropic ...

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Receives Life Safety Achievement Award

Mon, 20 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

September 20, 2010—Sandy Springs Fire Rescue has been awarded the Life Safety Achievement Award for 2009 by the Residential Fire Safety Institute (RFSI) in partnership with the Grinnell Mutual Reinsurance Company. The award recognizes departments that excel in local f...

Brandon Mill Closing for Construction

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

September 15, 2010— Contractor CW Matthews (GDOT Contractor on the Johnson Ferry- Abernathy Widening Project) will be closing Brandon Mill, between Abernathy on the south end and Brandon Ridge on the north end, on Monday, September 20, 2010. The closure of the road wi...

Sandy Springs Starts Capital Paving Program

Mon, 13 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

September 13, 2010—The City of Sandy Springs has begun this year’s Capital Paving and Reconstruction Programs. The Capital Paving Program will pave 6.05 miles of roadway. The Capital Paving Program is strictly funded through the budgeting process using City fund...

Sandy Springs and First Montessori Team Up to Monitor City’s Water

Fri, 10 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

September 10, 2010—The City of Sandy Springs and the First Montessori School of Atlanta will again be collaborating with each other by taking part in World Water Monitoring Day (WWMD) activities at The John Ripley Forbes Big Trees Preserve.

“We are glad t...

Parker Selected for Prestigious PRSA College of Fellows

Fri, 10 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

September 10, 2010—Judy Parker, APR, Fellow PRSA has been elected to The Public Relations Society of America’s (PRSA) prestigious PRSA College of Fellows. The 2010 Fellows candidates will be inducted October 16, at a ceremony in Washington, D.C.

Cur...

September is Preparedness Month

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

September 1, 2010—With hurricane season kicking into high gear and tumultuous storms across the nation or if fire strikes, it’s time to make an emergency plan. September is National Emergency Preparedness Month. Make sure you have a family emergency plan. Your f...

City of Sandy Springs Announces Industry Day Briefing

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

August 31, 2010—As part of the preparation for the release of the upcoming General Government Services Procurement, the City of Sandy Springs will host an Industry Day Briefing on Thursday, September 9, 2010 beginning at 9:00 a.m. The briefing will be held at the Lefo...

Councilmembers Collins and Meinzen McEnerny to Hold Town Hall Meeting September 1, 2010

Fri, 27 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

August 27, 2010—Sandy Springs District 3 and 6 Councilmembers Chip Collins and Karen Meinzen McEnerny will hold a Town Hall Meeting on Wednesday, September 1, 2010, at 7:00 p.m. This meeting will focus on residential burglaries occurring in Districts 3 and 6 during th...

Sandy Springs Participates in National Citizen Survey

Thu, 19 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

August 19, 2010— Sandy Springs is participating in The National Citizen Survey™. Beginning on August 23rd, questionnaires will be sent to 1,200 randomly selected households, asking for feedback on the quality and usefulness of city services. The results will be ...

Paving To Begin on Johnson Ferry and Abernathy Roads

Thu, 19 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

August 19, 2010—The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) will be paving new road alignments and leveling existing road sections in Sandy Springs for three weeks beginning August 22, 2010. The work will occur both during the day and at night on Johnson Ferry Roa...

Sandy Springs Police Department Offers Teen Driving Course

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

August 18, 2010—The Sandy Springs Police Department is holding a PRIDE (parents reducing injury and driver error) class on August 25, 2010, at 6:00 p.m. This is a free two-hour classroom course sponsored by the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety (GOHS). It is f...

Sandy Springs Firefighter is a "Guest Griller"

Wed, 11 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

August 11, 2010—Sandy Springs Police Department and The New York Butcher Shoppe are teaming up for charity. Officers from the South District, Traffic Unit and Community Affairs section will be manning the grill and cooking hot dogs and hamburgers for sale at lunch on ...

City of Sandy Springs Residents' Property Tax Rate Remains Unchanged

Fri, 06 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

August 6, 2010─ The Sandy Springs City Council announces a millage rate hearing will be held at City Hall on August 17, 2010, at 6:00 p.m. pursuant to Georgia Code. Currently, it remains at the rate of the City’s inception of 4.731 mills. In order for the millage rate...

Sandy Springs Urges Residents to Call Before You Dig—811

Thu, 05 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

August 5, 2010—On August 11th, the Common Ground Alliance (CGA) is asking people to stop and think about what’s underground, especially if they are planning a project where digging is involved. The CGA has released a report called the National Utility Damage Ass...

Sandy Springs to Pioneer Smart911 Technology

Wed, 04 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

August 4, 2010—The Chattahoochee River 9-1-1 Authority (ChatComm) is the first in Georgia to purchase and use Smart911. ChatComm is also the first in the nation to purchase and use Smart911 SMS in the Cities of Sandy Springs and Johns Creek. Smart911 allows residents ...

City of Sandy Springs Gains Funding for Roswell Road/I-285 Interchange Bridge

Tue, 03 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

August 3, 2010—With the tremendous help of several transportation officials, sufficient funds are allocated toward the addition of a lane on the Roswell Road bridge over I-285.

Brandon Beach, Sandy Springs’ representative on the Georgia Department o...

City of Sandy Springs Earns Top CNNMoney Ranking

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs has been named to CNNMoney’s list of Best Places to Live—for the Rich and Single. Coming in a number four, Sandy Springs was the highest ranked city in the south, and only two other southern cities were listed.

The ranking cites ...

Sandy Springs Firefighter is a "Guest Griller"

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue and The New York Butcher Shoppe are teaming up for charity. Fire Rescue Technician I Reginald McClendon will be manning the grill and cooking hot dogs and hamburgers for sale at lunch on Saturday, July 31, 2010. A burger or hot dog meal deal that d...

When Picking a Contractor, Choose Wisely

Mon, 12 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

With the recent spate of deck collapses it is more important than ever to know your contractor. Building a deck or repairing a roof is as an important investment as building a pool or adding an addition to one’s home. The Sandy Springs Community Development Department...

Sandy Springs Names New Community Development Director

Mon, 12 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Blake Dettwiler, AICP, will become Sandy Springs Community Development Director on November 1, 2010. Dettwiler will replace Nancy Leathers, who is retiring.

“The City of Sandy Springs is fortunate to have someone as talented and capable as Blake Dettwiler to s...

City to Open Morgan Falls Overlook Park

Mon, 12 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs will hold a ribbon cutting along with the City’s Fifth Anniversary Celebration at its newest park: Morgan Falls Overlook Park. The event will be held Wednesday, July 28, 2010, from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. at the park—200 Morgan Falls Roa...

City Residents Reminded to Return 2010 Census Form

Thu, 08 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Although the 2010 census forms were due in April, there are Sandy Springs residents that still have not returned their census forms. Every household in Sandy Springs, including renter-occupied households, should complete their census form and mail it back. If you haven&rsq...

Closure on Portion of Riverside Drive

Wed, 07 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

A small portion of Riverside Drive will be closed to thru traffic beginning at 9:00 a.m. on July 19, 2010, and will be in effect for up to two weeks, weather permitting. The closure will start at North Harbor Drive and continue to Johnson Ferry Road. Motorists are encourag...

Sandy Springs Police to Form Explorers Program

Wed, 07 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs Police Department is in the process of forming an Explorers Program. The Explorers Program is sponsored through the Boy Scouts of America, however both young women and men, who are between the ages of 14-21 can join as long as they pass a prelimina...

The City of Sandy Springs Teams up with Target for the 27th Annual National Night Out

Tue, 06 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs and Target have teamed up for the 27th Annual National Night Out (NNO) in an effort to create a safer and healthier community. A children’s (ages 14 and younger) celebration will be held on Tuesday, August 3, 2010, from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m....

Sandy Springs Police Department Graduates Spanish Citizens Academy Class

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The ever-popular Sandy Springs Police Academy, that was offered this time in Spanish, is graduating its first class on Thursday, July 1, 2010. Thirteen members are graduating from the eight-week course, which was taught at Police headquarters. The course covered topics taug...

Sandy Springs Mayor Eva Galambos Wins Award from Georgia Municipal Association

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs Mayor Eva Galambos, PhD, received the “People, Place and Purpose” Award from the Georgia Municipal Association (GMA) during the association’s annual meeting in Savannah June 27, 2010.

The one-time award, based on the theme of th...

Sandy Springs Urges Caution this 4th of July - Celebrate Safely

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Cookouts, parades, homemade ice cream, watermelon and time with family and friends are all part the gatherings that will take place on the day we celebrate our Country’s independence. When you add in fireworks though, you potentially add danger to your family, friends...

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Urges Precautions in Extreme Heat

Thu, 17 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Weather forecasters have all agreed that it’s uncharacteristically hot for this time of year. Sandy Springs Fire Rescue is urging people to take these precautions to beat the heat:

Drink more fluids (nonalcoholic), regardless of your activity ...

Hazardous Waste/Electonics Recycling Event Collects More Than 218,000 Pounds of Unwanted Material

Tue, 15 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs Hazardous Waste and Electronics Recycling event on Saturday, June 12, 2010, was a great success and provided Sandy Springs residents a safe way to dispose of unwanted hazardous waste and electronics.

Keep North Fulton Beautiful coordinated t...

Georgia Water Stewardship Act in Effect

Mon, 14 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The Georgia Water Stewardship Act went into effect statewide on June 2, 2010. It allows daily outdoor watering for purposes of planting, growing, managing or maintaining ground cover, trees, shrubs or other plants only between the hours of 4 p.m. and 10 a.m. by anyone whos...

Community Emergency Response Team Training to Begin

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Department has limited openings in its next training class for the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT), which will be held on July 1, 7, 10 and 20 from 8:00 a.m. – noon. The training will be held at Sandy Springs Fire Station 4, 4697...

Hazardous Recycling Event to be Held

Tue, 08 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Keep Sandy Springs Beautiful is sponsoring a Hazardous Waste and Electronics Recycling Event on Saturday, June 12, 2010 from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. This event will provide Sandy Springs residents a safe way to dispose of unwanted hazardous waste and electronics. The event wi...

Sandy Springs Paving Projects Complete

Mon, 07 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs has completed both its Local Assistance Roads Program (LARP) and its Capital program paving projects for the year. The LARP program paved 2.37 miles bringing the total mileage for all of the LARP projects to 22.37. The Capital program paved 2.44 m...

City Wins Georgia Outstanding Civil Engineering Achievement Award

Fri, 04 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs stormwater program won the 2010 Georgia Outstanding Civil Engineering Achievement Award, Natural Environment category. The awards are given by the Georgia Section of the American Society of Civil Engineers annually.

The City’s storm...

City Dismayed Over Fulton Action

Thu, 03 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The primary reason for Sandy Springs seeking a bailout from Section 5 of the Voters Rights Act is to increase the City’s ability to conduct its own elections. The attached memo from City Attorney Wendell Willard demonstrates how much money the City must spend to have...

Public Information Open House to be Held for Transportation Project T-0011

Wed, 02 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs will be hosting a Public Information Open House on June 21st from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. at the Dorothy Benson Senior Center to present concept layouts as part of the Johnson Ferry Road Earmark Project (T-0011). The concepts w...

Hazardous Recycling Event to be Held

Tue, 01 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Urges Vigilance Around Water this Weekend and Throughout the Summer

Wed, 26 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Too often, firefighters hear people say, “It was just a few seconds.” Unfortunately, just a few seconds is all it takes for a child to drown. Drowning is a leading cause of death in children under the age of five. Sandy Springs Fire Rescue is urging vigilance th...

Sandy Springs Police Department Offers Citizens Academy in Spanish

Wed, 26 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The ever-popular Sandy Springs Police Academy is being offered in Spanish. The eight-week course, taught at Police headquarters, covers the topics taught in English—they are just being offered with the aid of translators. Topics from the legal process and warrants to ...

Sandy Springs Wins Prestigious Pioneer Award

Thu, 20 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs is a runner up in the Pioneer Institute’s 2010 Better Government Competition Awards. Nominated for its public-private partnership, since its incorporation in 2005, the City of Sandy Springs has operated with the majority of staff employed by ...

Sandy Springs to Assess Floodplain, Redraws Maps

Tue, 18 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

In the United States and in Georgia, flooding is the number one natural disaster. To identify flood hazards and the risks they pose, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) develops flood hazard maps, officially known as Flood Insurance Rate Maps or FIRMS.

FEM...

Councilmember Meinzen McEnerny to Hold Town Hall Meeting June 7th

Tue, 18 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs District 6 Councilmember Karen Meinzen McEnerny will hold a Town Hall Meeting on Monday, June 7th at 6:30 p.m. This meeting will focus on the City’s budget for fiscal year 2011, which begins July 1, 2010. Sandy Springs Finance Director, Amy Davis, CPA, w...

Keep Sandy Springs Beautiful to hold Hazardous Waste, Electronics Recycling Event

Mon, 17 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Keep Sandy Springs Beautiful will hold a Hazardous Waste and Electronics Recycling event on Saturday, June 12, 2010, at the Former Tom Jumper Chevrolet property at 7200 Roswell Road. The event is from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., and will provide Sandy Springs residents a ...

Sandy Springs Celebrates Emergency Medical Services Personnel With EMS Week

Tue, 11 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs will be celebrating their Emergency Medical Service providers the week of May 16-22, 2010, for Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week. Each year, a week is designated to recognize the value and accomplishments of emergency medical services providers...

K-9 Seven Earns Tracking Certification

Mon, 10 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs Police Department’s K-9, named Seven, recently earned a tracking certification from The National Narcotic Detector Dog Association (NNDDA). The NNDDA is a professional, nonprofit organization dedicated to the utilization and proficiency of scent detector...

City of Sandy Springs Residents in 30338 Zip Should Now Use Sandy Springs as Mailing Address

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Residents in Sandy Springs, Ga., Zip code 30338 can use “Sandy Springs” as an acceptable City/State designation according to the United States Postal Service beginning June 1, 2010. They join residents and businesses in 30342, 30350 and 30328 as being officiall...

City of Sandy Springs Receives a 2009 Constant Contact All-Star Award

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs received the 2009 All-Star Award from Constant Contact®, Inc., a provider of survey tools and electronic communications campaigns for the City. The City was selected for meeting Constant Contact’s best-practice standards for the use of E-...

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue's Dr. Matthew Bitner Receives Honor

Wed, 21 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue (SSFR) Medical Director Matthew Bitner, MD, has been awarded the Dennis Lockridge Emergency Medical Services Pioneer Award. The award, given by the District III EMS CQI Committee, honors an individual for his unselfish contributions to the concepti...

Sandy Springs Starts Capital Paving Program

Wed, 21 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs will begin this year’s Capital Paving Program on May 3, 2010. The program will pave 2.44 miles of roadway, bringing the total to 81 miles including the Local Assistance Roads Program or LARP paving. The Capital Paving Program is strictly fund...

City of Sandy Springs Requires New Irrigation Systems to Have Rain Sensor Shut Offs

Wed, 14 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs recently passed an ordinance that now requires all new commercial and residential irrigation systems have a rain sensor shut-off and/or freeze sensor shut-off valve installed.

The goal of the ordinance is to promote water conservation by est...

Sandy Springs Police Present Buckled for Life Award

Wed, 14 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The Sandy Springs Police Department will present the first “Buckled for Life Award,” which recognizes those who have been involved in a serious motor vehicle crash and because of the decision to wear a safety belt or use a child restraint, have been spa...

Sandy Springs Starts Fourth Year of LARP Paving

Wed, 14 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

For the fourth year in a row, the City of Sandy Springs has partnered with the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) for the Local Assistance Roads Program (LARP). This program allows the City to resurface many area roads. This year, the LARP project will pave 2.37 mi...

Abernathy Park Groundbreaking Celebration

Tue, 06 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The steering committee for the Abernathy Linear Park will hold a kick-off celebration to create excitement and interest in the coming Abernathy Park. Mayor Eva Galambos and Councilman Chip Collins are scheduled to be in attendance as are members of the Steering Committee an...

City Upholds Ordinances in New Year's Eve Case

Tue, 06 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

On Thursday, April 1, 2010, in Sandy Springs’ environmental court, two defendants accused of the large New Years Eve party on Londonberry Road pleaded no contest to 10 violations each related to a variety of City Codes, including the International Property Maintenance...

Governor Candidates Forums Held in Roswell

Mon, 05 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The North Fulton Mayor’s Association will hold two debates, one for the Democratic candidates for governor and the other for the Republican candidates for governor. Both debates will be held at the Roswell United Methodist Church, located at 814 Mimosa Blvd., in Roswe...

Mayor Reminds Residents to Complete and Return Census

Mon, 05 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

“It is vital to the fiscal health of our city that everyone in Sandy Springs promptly responds to the 2010 Census,” said Mayor Eva Galambos. “You only have a few short weeks to complete and return your census form, so please take 10 minutes and fill it out...

Riverside, Second of Flood-Ravaged Bridges, Opening in Record Time

Mon, 05 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

A ribbon cutting is scheduled for 4:00 p.m. for the Riverside Bridge over Marsh Creek on April 6, 2010. The final bridge in Sandy Springs ravaged by the September flood waters will be open to the traveling public late in the evening on April 6, 2010. The ribbon cutting will...

Sandy Springs Recreation and Parks Department Presents Free Dance and Theatre Summer Residencies

Fri, 26 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Dance and theatre residencies are available this summer through the Sandy Springs Recreation and Parks Department for high school students grades 9-12. These 5-day residencies are a part of the Kids and Arts program funded by the Fulton County Board of Commissioners under ...

Up The River Outfitters Paddles into Sandy Springs this Weekend

Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Residents can take advantage this weekend – March 27 and 28 – of Up the River Outfitters and rent Kayaks and Canoes from the rental station set up at the Morgan Falls River Park. The station will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days. Tubing will be available...

It's Open

Tue, 23 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Peachtree Dunwoody Road is now open to the travelling public. After being closed for six months after floods ravaged the City of Sandy Springs and shut down one of the city’s major arteries, the bridge over Nancy Creek is now open. The City received a grant through th...

City to Open Peachtree Dunwoody Rod - Bridge Complete

Mon, 22 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Six months after floods ravaged the City of Sandy Springs and shut down one of the city’s major arteries—Peachtree Dunwoody Road—it will soon be open to the travelling public. The city will hold a ribbon cutting to open the Peachtree Dunwoody Bridge over N...

Grill Safely Says Sandy Springs Fire Rescue

Wed, 17 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

With warm weather just around the corner, thoughts turn to grilling outdoors. Sandy Springs Fire Rescue cautions that the next time you light up your backyard grill, do it safely.

In Like a Lion, Out Like a Lamb

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

With severe weather season just around the corner, the City of Sandy Springs is reminding residents to sign up for their two emergency warning systems: Code Red and Swift 911.

CodeRed Weather Warning is a reverse 911 system that will automatically call residents and ...

Hearing Set for Voting Rights Changes

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs is a covered jurisdiction under Section 5 of the Voting Rights Act of 1965. As a covered jurisdiction, any change in voting practice adopted by the City must be precleared by the U.S. Attorney General or by a federal court in Washington, DC before...

The Nation's Largest Public-Private Partnership Needs Your Help

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs, the nation’s largest and first public-private partnership, needs your help. City leaders want to hear from you regarding the provision of general government services.

The City’s initial contract with its current general services...

Sandy Springs Fixes Glen Errol Drive in Record Time

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs has completed the Glen Errol Road pipe replacement project in record time—it was opened to traffic on February 20, 2010. Construction began December 14, 2009 after the historic flooding of September 21-22, 2009.

Site Engineering Inc. w...

Sandy Springs Named Tree City USA

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs was recognized by the non-profit Arbor Day Foundation as a Tree City USA community for its commitment to urban forestry. It is the first year Sandy Springs has earned this national designation.

“This is quite an honor,” said Sand...

Sandy Springs Hosts Roswell Road CDBG Infrastructure Sidewalks Public Information Open House

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs will host a Public Information Meeting for the proposed Roswell Road (SR 9) Streetscape project from Dalrymple Road to the Chattahoochee River. The proposed project is part of the Community Development Block Grant Infrastructure Sidewalk Program. T...

Sandy Springs Reduces Fees for Economic Development Purposes

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs Mayor and City Council passed a resolution for a one-year fee reduction on fees collected by the Department of Community Development. They felt the reduction will have an impact on economic development purposes. Fees can range from as little as $1 to as much a...

Thin Blue Line to Wind Through Sandy Springs

Thu, 18 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Chattahoochee Hills Officer Lt. Mike Vogt will be laid to rest on Saturday, February 20, 2010, at Arlington Memorial Park, 201 Mt. Vernon Highway NW, Sandy Springs, Ga., 30328. Officer Vogt’s funeral begins at Noon First Baptist Atlanta 4400 N. Peachtree Rd. Atlanta, ...

Sandy Springs Police Department Holds Health and Safety Summit

Tue, 16 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs Police will hold their first Health and Safety Summit on Saturday, February 27, 2010, from noon – 4 p.m., at North Springs High School. The Summit is geared toward middle and high schoolers and guest speakers and presentations will focus on gang, drug an...

City and GDOT Move Forward with Roswell Road Bridge Expansion Plans

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs and the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) are working closely on an aggressive schedule to reduce traffic congestion and improve safety at the Roswell Road/I-285 interchange bridge. The project will include the construction of additional ...

City Continues to Study Traffic on Roswell Road

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Traffic on Roswell Road has improved due to better timed signals resulting in a savings of time and fuel to the traveling public of $1.4 million. That’s what the City of Sandy Springs Public Works Department and private company Geostats reports. The completion of Sand...

Dettwiler Earns Certification

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Blake Dettwiler was certified as a professional planner by the American Institute of Certified Planners in January 2010. In his role as Assistant Director – Building and Development for the City of Sandy Springs Community Development Department, he oversees permitting...

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Holds Child Car Safety Seat Installation Event

Fri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Did you know that four out of every five child car seats are installed incorrectly? Did you know that one-third of children are riding in the wrong restraints for their age and size? Sandy Springs Fire Rescue wants to remind residents to be safe with their child car seats, ...

Refuse Driver Fined for Violating Noise Ordinance

Fri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

A refuse truck driver appeared in Sandy Springs City Court Thursday, January 21, 2010, to answer charges stemming from emptying dumpsters prior to operating hours and was fined $1,000. Sandy Springs Police observed the truck emptying the dumpsters at the rear of a business ...

City Names Humanitarian Award Recipient During Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs resident, Carolyn Axt, has been named the 2010 recipient of the Humanitarian Award. This is the fourth time the City has given the award that embodies the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and recognizes an individual for his or her humanitarian contributio...

City of Sandy Springs Reduces Part 1 Crimes by More than 5 Percent this Year

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

According to figures reported from the Uniform Crime Report (UCR,) Part 1 crime numbers in the City of Sandy Springs declined 5.09 percent in 2009.

“Sandy Springs Police officers live the mission ‘To Prevent Crime and Enforce Law Through Problem-Solving P...

City Hires New Finance Director

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Amy Davis will become Sandy Springs finance director on February 8. Currently the Support Services Agency Director for Cherokee County, Davis is a CPA and former accountant for Marietta.

“We are delighted to find someone of Amy’s expertise and experience...

City's First Fire Death

Mon, 11 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs Fire/Rescue is saddened to report the first fire fatality since becoming a City. On January 9th, 2010, 74 year-old resident Dale Darnel who lived at 875 Marseilles Drive in Sandy Springs perished in the house fire. Despite diligent efforts by our firefighters ...

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Begins New Partnership with Roswell Fire Department to Enhance Services

Sun, 10 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Department will begin its new partnership with the City of Roswell Fire Department on January 11, 2010. This new partnership is an automatic aid agreement between the two cities that will allow both jurisdictions to be more effective and responsive...

City Responds to Emergency Conditions

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs has responded to hundreds of calls in response to the emergency and ice/snow conditions that hit the City overnight.

As of 11:00 a.m. all of Johnson Ferry at the Chattahoochee River is closed as is Riverside Drive at Ol...

Event Promoter and Homeowner Fined

Thu, 07 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

An event promoter and the owner of a home located on Powers Ferry Road in south Sandy Springs appeared in Sandy Springs City Court Wednesday, January 7, 2010, to answer charges stemming from an October 31st Halloween Party. Sandy Springs Police shut down the party in the ea...

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Urges Caution as Temperatures Dip and Winter Weather Beckons

Wed, 06 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue urges residents to be cautious as temperatures dip and winter weather looms in the future. “There are some important things to think about such as making sure your residential sprinkler system and hose bibs are turned off, that pets are insid...

City Swears In Councilmembers, Holds Celebration

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Help us celebrate Sandy Springs new councilmembers and the kick off the new term! Join Mayor Eva Galambos and the City Council along with dignitaries, staff and community leaders for the celebration on Tuesday, January 5, 2010, at 5:00 p.m. at City Hall’s Council Cham...

City Swears in Councilmembers, Holds Celebration

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Improperly Cared for Christmas Trees Can Lead to Disaster Warns Sandy Springs Fire Rescue

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue wants to remind residents to be fire safe with their holiday decorations, especially Christmas trees. Improper care and decoration of a live or artificial tree can lead to a catastrophic fire. “It takes only seconds for a tree to ignite and t...

Improperly Cared for Christmas Trees Can Lead to Disaster Warns Sandy Springs Fire Rescue

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Urges Caution when Lighting First Firesin Home Fireplace this Season

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

City Signs Contract to Finalize Deal for Relocation of Anne Frank in the World: 1929-1945 Exhibit

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Mayor Eva Galambos, Councilmember Dianne Fries, District 2 and officials from the Georgia Commission on the Holocaust met on December 9, 2009 to sign and finalize the deal to relocate the Anne Frank Exhibit to the City of Sandy Springs. The campaign to move the exhibit to t...

Single Family Housing Permit Rates Trend Upward in Sandy Springs

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Twelve single family detached residential permits have been filed with the City of Sandy Springs Community Development Division in the past month signaling a trend upward in building in Sandy Springs. The Permits were filed in two formerly dormant or inactive residential de...

Surveying Work to Begin on Roswell Road

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs will begin performing field surveys in preparation for the Capital Improvement Program Project # T-0009, a project involving a streetscape along State Route 9/Roswell Road from Meadowbrook Drive to Long Island Drive. Beginning the week of December ...

Nighttime Excavation Begins on Johnson Ferry/Abernathy Road | UPDATE

Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Nighttime construction work is scheduled to resume Sunday night, December 6, along the Johnson Ferry/Abernathy Road Project. This portion of nighttime work will continue through Friday, December 11. Contractors from CW Matthews will initially be working in the Abernathy Roa...

Construction to Begin on Peachtree-Dunwoody Road Bridge and Riverside Drive Bridge

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) announced yesterday at their bridge preconstruction meetings that construction will most likely begin in the coming days on the bridges destroyed by the flooding of September—the Peachtree-Dunwoody bridge over Nancy Cree...

Councilmember Meinzen McEnerny to Hold Town Hall Meeting November 4th on Glenn Errol Road Closure

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs District 6 Councilmember Karen Meinzen McEnerny will hold a Town Hall Meeting on Wednesday, November 4th at 6:30 p.m. This meeting will focus on the emergency work on Glen Errol Road.

“This is a very important meeting to speak about the repairs th...

Ribbon Cutting to be Held at Dunwoody Club Drive and Spalding Drive Intersection Improvement Area

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs will hold a ribbon cutting for the Dunwoody Club Drive at Spalding Drive (T-0016) Project at 9:30 a.m. Monday, November 2, 2009, at the project site. This was a City-funded Capital Project and the work was completed on time, within the 120-day sche...

City of Sandy Springs Asks Residents to Make Addresses Visible to Aid Public Safety Efforts

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs is embarking on a visible address program that will involve both residents and businesses to ensure all property is clearly marked with a visible address. This will aid the City of Sandy Springs Police and Fire Departments when making emergency cal...

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Hosts Motivational Speaker Kimberly Alyn

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue is proud to announce international speaker and motivational leader Kimberly Alyn, who will be offering a one-day Motivational and Leadership Seminar. This class is being sponsored by the City of Sandy Springs and hosted by Cox Enterprises. Alyn&rsq...

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue to Benefit from “Fire Station Red”

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Fire Station Red, a wine new to Atlanta, will be unveiled at The Tasting Room on Tuesday, October 27, 2009, from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. The event price is $10 per person and all proceeds from the door will benefit the Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Department. The event is open to the...

City of Sandy Springs to Begin Constuction of Island Ford Trails

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs is scheduled to begin construction at the end of October for the Island Ford Trail Extension Project. The two-mile trail will create new recreational opportunities in the Island Ford Unit of the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area, where n...

1st Case of Rabies in a Domestic Cat in Fulton County since July 2006

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

On Friday, September 4, 2009, the State Department of Health in Fulton County confirmed that a cat in the City of Sandy Springs had tested positive for rabies. According to Fulton County Animal Services, the infected cat was found in the vicinity of 8725 Roswell Road, in Sa...

City of Sandy Springs Opens Temporary Flood Debris Drop-Off Site

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs residents that have felt the impact of the recent floods can drop-off debris free of charge at the old Target building located at 235 Johnson Ferry Road. Dumpsters will be located at the drop-off site, which will be open beginning Friday, October 16th through ...

City Receives Federal Highway Administration Grant to Totally Fund Repair of Storm-Damaged Bridges

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs is receiving a grant through the Emergency Repair Program of the Federal Highway Administration to fund 100 percent of the replacement cost of the storm-failed bridges at Peachtree Dunwoody Road and Riverside Drive. The estimated cost of the grant ...

Councilmember Tibby DeJulio Holds Town Hall Meeting to Discuss Repair Efforts on Peachtree Dunwoody Bridge

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs District 5 Councilmember Tibby DeJulio will hold a Town Hall Meeting on Wednesday, October 14th at 7:00 p.m. at the Church of the Atonement at 4945 High Point Road, NE. This meeting will focus on the rebuilding of the bridge on Peachtree Dunwoody Road.

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Communications Team Wins Awards for Communications Excellence

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs Communications team, lead by Judy Parker, APR, has won two awards for communications excellence. The team includes Tisa Moore, media and communications manager; Nathan Crenshaw, electronic communications coordinator; Katina Lear, communications coo...

Sandy Springs Police Serve Up Fun and Food for Special Olympics

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Some of Sandy Spring’s finest will be serving fun and food for Special Olympics. Police officers will be working for tips on the Friday, October 16, 2009, from 5:00 – 10:00 p.m. at the Flying Biscuit, located at 5975 Roswell Road, Suite G-25 in Sandy Springs. No...

City Seeks Nominees for MLK Humanitarian Award

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Nominations are open for the Sandy Springs Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Humanitarian Award.

The award will go to a person distinguished for humanitarian contributions to society in his or her business, profession, volunteerism or philanthropic life&rsqu...

City of Sandy Springs Awarded Grants in Numerous Areas

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs has been awarded several grants over the past few weeks from several sources. They are as follows:

The Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Department received federal assistance in the amount of $38,000 to support the implementation of...

City of Sandy Springs Residents' Property Tax Remains Unchanged

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Sandy Springs City Council announces a millage rate hearing will be held at City Hall on October 6th, 2009, at 6:00 p.m. pursuant to Georgia Code. Currently, it remains at the rate of the City’s inception of 4.731 mills. In order for ...

City of Sandy Springs Urges Residents in Need of Disaster Assistance to Contact FEMA

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Fulton County is now eligible for disaster assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency. This includes residents of the City of Sandy Springs.

“If you have suffered damage, you should register no matter whether you are a...

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Holds Open Houses at Fire Stations

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Department is holding an exciting new event in our community—the Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Fire Station Open House. The event will be held in celebration of Fire Safety Week on Wednesday, October 7, 2009, from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. at a...

City of Sandy Springs Working to Repair Four Areas Hit by Storms

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs is working four areas that felt the impact of the recent torrential rains and subsequent flooding. They are as follows:

Peachtree Dunwoody Road bridge over Nancy Creek

The middle pier of the two span bridge over Nancy Creek was wash...

Peachtree Dunwoody Bridge at Nancy Creek Closed

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The center support on the bridge over Nancy Creek on Peachtree Dunwoody Road has washed out due to the recent heavy rains. The City of Sandy Springs Public Works staff has closed the street and barricaded the bridge until further notice. The staff will be monitoring the sit...

Councilmember Jenkins to Hold Town Hall Meeting on October 12th

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs District 4 Councilmember Ashley Jenkins will hold a Town Hall meeting on Monday, October 12th on the T26 Peachtree Dunwoody at Spalding roadway project. This meeting is one in a series of Town Hall Meetings to update residents on the road construction in that...

Sandy Springs Honors Those Lost on 9/11 on Patriot's Day

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue firefighters will pause to pay tribute to those firefighters who lost their lives performing deeds of heroism during the terrorist attacks in 2001. All available firefighters will be standing directly in front of the fire stations at 08:43 hours wi...

Sandy Springs and First Montessori Team Up to Monitor City's Water

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs and the First Montessori School of Atlanta will be collaborating with each other by taking part in World Water Monitoring Day (WWMD) activities on September 18, 2009, at The John Ripley Forbes Big Trees Preserve.

“The City and First Mo...

Qualifiers Announced for Sandy Springs Mayor's and Council's Seats September 4, 2009

Fri, 04 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Those who have qualified with the City of Sandy Springs City Clerk’s office for their respective offices as of 4:30 p.m. Friday, September 4, 2009, are:

Mayor: Eva Galambos (I) 7100 Brandon Mill Road, Sandy Springs, GA 30328, 770-206-2050
Mayor: Bob Brown...

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Holds Boot Drive to Benefit Muscular Dystropy Association

Wed, 02 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs is proud to partner with the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) to raise much needed funds to combat the disease and those associated with it. Held from 9:30 am – 5:30 pm, Friday, September 4 through Sunday, September 6, 2009, you’ll ...

Sandy Springs District 6 Police Department Centered Town Hall Meeting to be Held September 10th

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs District 6 Councilmember Karen Meinzen McEnerny and Police Chief Terry Sult and Sector Commander Lieutenant Scott Jamison will hold a Police Department centered Town Hall style meeting. The meeting will be held Thursday, September 10th at 6:30 p.m. at Mt. Vern...

Sidewalk Assessment, Design Project Underway Utilizing City's First CDBG Grant on Roswell Road

Fri, 28 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

During the fall of 2009, the City of Sandy Springs will initiate a comprehensive sidewalk assessment and design project in targeted areas along the Roswell Road corridor. The project is funded through the U.S. Department and Housing Development’s (HUD) Community Devel...

Sandy Springs Becomes New Host to Anne Frank in the World: 1929-1945 Exhibit

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs is delighted to announce it will host the Anne Frank in the World: 1929-1945 exhibit for a minimum of three years commencing December 2009. It will be located in the Parkside Shops Shopping Center at 5920 Roswell Road,...

Sandy Springs Ranks Higher than National Hotel Occupancy Average and is also Highest in Metro Area

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs occupancy rate in hotels betters the national average by more than 4 percent according to Sandy Springs Hospitality and Tourism’s review of the Smith Travel Research Report. For the month of June, Sandy Springs occupancy rate was an astounding average of...

City to Hold Retirement Service for K-9 Police Officer While Also Welcoming New K-9 Officer

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs will hold a special ceremony to retire K-9 officer “Amos” on August 18th at the regularly held City Council meeting at 6:00 p.m. The drug and patrol dog is retiring for health reasons. Also at the meeting, the Police Department will be ...

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Chief Named Fire Chief of the Year

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Chief Jack McElfish has been named the Fire Chief of the Year 2009 by the Georgia Association of Fire Chiefs (GAFC). The award was given to Chief McElfish on Saturday night, August 8th at the group’s annual meeting in Athens, Ga.

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Sandy Springs Firefighter Accepted into Executive Fire Officer Program at National Fire Academy

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Crew Chief/CPR Coordinator Donny Wilbanks has been accepted into the US Fire Administration’s National Fire Academy’s (NFA) Executive Fire Officer Program.

“This is a great honor for Donny,” said Chief Jack McElfish. ...

City Seeks to Inform Public About Spalding Drive Charter Elementary School Sidewalks Projects

Fri, 31 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

On Tuesday, August 4, 2009, the City of Sandy Springs will host a public meeting to discuss the upcoming Spalding Drive Charter Elementary School sidewalks project. The public is invited to attend the meeting at Spalding Drive Charter Elementary School in the cafeteria begi...

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Transitions Medical Personnel

Mon, 27 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue is transitioning staff in their medical department. Effective immediately Matthew Bitner, MD, moves into the medical director’s role from the assistant director’s role for SSFR. He replaces Ian Greenwald, MD, FACEP, who left to take a t...

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue's Arsenal to Treat Patients is Further Stocked with Innovative Technology

Mon, 20 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

In the United States, loss of blood, or hemorrhaging, is the main cause of death, second only to trauma injuries. Sandy Springs Fire Rescue (SSFR) has added two technologies to their treatment arsenal to help stem the tide of blood loss in pre-hospital situations: tournique...

The City of Sandy Springs Teams Up with Target for the 26th Annual National Night Out

Mon, 20 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs and Target have teamed up for the 26th Annual National Night Out (NNO) in an effort to create a safer and healthier community. A children’s (ages 14 and younger) celebration will be held on Tuesday, August 4, 2009, from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m....

Sandy Springs Transitions New Staff

Mon, 20 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

In a continuous effort to better serve customers and align resources, the City of Sandy Springs is transitioning staff. Effective July 24, 2009, Angelia Parham will be moving to a position at CH2M HILL’s office of Municipal Services. Taking her place as the City of Sa...

Qualifying to be Held for Sandy Springs Mayor's and Council's Seats August 31-September 4, 2009

Fri, 17 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Seats for the Mayor and six Council Members in Sandy Springs are up for election during 2009. Qualified candidates may file for the November 3, 2009 non-partisan election between August 31 and September 4, 2009, by picking up a one-page affidavit from the City Clerk’s...

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Chief Named Chief Fire Officer

Fri, 17 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Chief Jack McElfish has successfully completed the process that awards him the professional designation of “Chief Fire Officer” (CFO). The Commission of Professional Credentialing met on July 8, 2009, to officially confer the re-designa...

1000 Cyclists Shut Down Georgia 400

Thu, 09 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

On Sunday, July 12, 2009, the inaugural “Hospitality Highway Century” benefitting the Georgia Transplant Foundation (GTF) will take place with more than 1,000 riders. This will temporarily shut down portions of Georgia 400. The bicycle race begins at 6:30 a.m. a...

City Advocates for Residents Water

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

As Sandy Springs residents face another increase in Atlanta’s water rates (12% this time), the community is entitled to know what the City of Sandy Springs is doing regarding this situation. This is the second rate increase in a year. This increase does not benefit S...

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Urges Safety with Children and Pets in Heat and Parked Cars

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

With the mercury rising, Sandy Springs Fire Rescue (SSFR) urges you to be vigilant with children and pets.

“Heat can be much more dangerous to children than it is to adults. When left in a hot vehicle, a young child’s core body temperature can increase th...

Sandy Springs Police Hosting A Child is Missing Alert Program Training

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs Police will host a training session introducing the “A Child is Missing Alert Program” to personnel representing a number of law enforcement agencies on Thursday, June 25, 2009 at 9:30 a.m. at the Sheraton Hotel Peachtree Room, 800 Hammond Drive in...

Sandy Springs, Dunwoody Police Chiefs and ADL to Announce Reward Fund in Anti-Semitic Graffiti Incidents

Wed, 10 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

When:
Wednesday, June 10 1 P.M.

Where:
Sandy Springs police headquarters
5995 Barfield Rd. Sandy Springs

Who:
Sandy Springs Police Chief Terry Sult
Dun...

Sandy Springs City Council Passes Water Conservation Incentive Program

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs City Council unanimously voted to pass a new water conservation permit incentive program. The goal of the program is to value all water on a building site. Site planning and design should be based on the understanding that water is a valuable natur...

Councilmember Meinzen McEnerny to Hold Town Hall Meeting June 15th

Fri, 29 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs District 6 Councilmember Karen will continue her series of Town Hall Meetings on Monday, June 15th at 7:00 p.m. This meeting will focus on the City’s budget for fiscal year 2010 which begins July 1, 2009.

“I will be updating everyone on the ...

Forbes.com Names Sandy Springs as America's Top 25 Towns to Live Well

Fri, 29 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Forbes.com has named Sandy Springs as one of America’s Top 25 Towns to Live well. The study, done in conjunction with ZoomProspector.com, looked at key factors such as employment rates, quality of life, weather, natural beauty, concentration of businesses and school s...

Recreation Department Expands Program Offerings through Partnerships with Schools

Fri, 22 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs Recreation and Parks Department recently began building partnerships with the local schools to allow for additional space to expand its recreation and sports program offerings. Without use of these school facilities the recreation department would...

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Urges Water Safety this Memorial Day Weekend

Wed, 20 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT

“Water safety is of the utmost importance,” Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Chief Jack McElfish said. “This time of year, everyone is excited to jump in the pool or head to the lake or beach. You must do so with caution. Water accidents are preventable.”

Sandy Springs Fire Department Hosts Safe Kids Car Safety Seat Class

Thu, 14 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs Fire Department will host the final day of a Safe Kids Car Safety Seat class in the Target parking lot at the Prado location off of Roswell Road from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. on Friday, May 15, 2009. The class will consist of residents driving thr...

Students Showcase Talents at Annual Hammond Park Spring Show

Mon, 11 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Recreation and Parks Department is hosting their annual Spring Showcase on May 16 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at the Hammond Park Gymnasium located at 705 Hammond Drive. The event will feature students in gymnastics, dance and other recreational programs showcasing their sk...

State Fire Marshal Arrests Sandy Springs Arson Suspect

Fri, 08 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Fire Marshal Jeff Scarbrough announced today that the State Fire Marshal’s Office arrested Mr. Bakari Ike Muenda on May 4, 2009 for arson. The arrest was the result of Sandy Springs Fire Investigators working in conjunction with the State Fire Marshal’s Office. ...

Sandy Springs Hosts Photo Opportunity for the New Soccer Court at Allen Park

Thu, 07 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs will host a ribbon cutting ceremony at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, May 8, 2009, for the newly surfaced soccer court at Allen Park. Soccer in the Streets was awarded a grant from the US Soccer Foundation for $50,000 and additional partnerships were formed ...

Sandy Springs Hosts Visitors from Taicang, China

Wed, 06 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs will host four visitors from Taicang, China May, 7, 2009. Mayor Eva Galambos and City Manager John McDonough will give Ms. Shi Yan Ping, Vice Mayor of Taicang, Mr. Jian Sun, Chief of Haiyu District Changshou City, Mr. Xiang Yun Wang, Chief of Jiang...

Sandy Springs Residents May Now Use 30342 Zip Code

Tue, 05 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Residents and businesses in 30342 join those in 30350 and 30328 as being officially designated Zip codes for the City of Sandy Springs. Instead of writing “Atlanta” on mail, the US Postal Service is now recognizing “Sandy Springs.” The Atlanta Distri...

City to Begin Using Two New Emergency Notification Programs

Tue, 21 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs signed a contract with SwiftReach Networks, Inc. of Mahwah, N.J., to implement SWIFT 911™, anEmergency Notification service, which is a reverse 911 type system. It is capable of contacting and notifying all Sandy Springs residents and communi...

Police Seek Public Assistance in Hit and Run Investigation

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Investigators with the Sandy Springs Police Department’s Traffic Unit are seeking the publics help in locating a hit and run suspect.

Tyler Lusk, 18, Sandy Springs, was struck while crossing Dunwoody Place near Hope Rd. at approximately 9:30 p.m. Wednesday. Lus...

City Seeks Public Input About Hammond Drive Widening

Mon, 06 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT

On Monday, April 13, 2009, the City of Sandy Springs will host a public meeting to discuss the upcoming Hammond Drive Corridor improvement study. The public is invited to attend the meeting at City Hall beginning at 5:30 p.m.

The purpose of the meeting is to gain inf...

City of Sandy Springs Named Heart Ready City

Tue, 31 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs has been named a Heart Ready City by the American Heart Association. The designation is given to cities that demonstrate leadership and commitment to saving lives through implementation of model emergency cardiovascular programs and lead the way wi...

Ridgeview Park Becomes More Fit for its Visitors

Tue, 31 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Recently, Ridgeview Park, located at 5200 South Trimble Road next to Ridgeview Middle School, was shown some attention by the City of Sandy Springs, the High Point Civic Association and the Friends of Ridgeview Park with the new addition of a Fit-Trail. The High Point Civic...

City Launches Online Special Event Registration Form

Tue, 24 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs will launch an online special event registration form that will shorten the application process and eliminate fees for some functions. Depending on the size of the event, if it has fireworks, if alcohol and food are sold, if police and fire service...

Councilmember Doug MacGinnitie to Hold Town Hall Meeting

Tue, 17 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs District 1 Councilman a Town Hall Meeting on Monday, March 30th at 5:30 p.m. This meeting will focus on the Dunwoody Club and Spalding Drive intersection improvements and the City budget. It will be followed by a question and answer session.

“With...

City to Grant Scholarships to Recreation Programs

Mon, 09 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs is now able to offer scholarships for its recreational programs to deserving students thanks to a grant by Kaiser Permanente to the Friends of Sandy Springs. Students who are in public school, on reduced or free lunch,...

City Begins Stormwater Management Facility Inventory

Wed, 04 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The City is conducting an inventory of the stormwater system. Simple depressions, ponds or ditches, also known as stormwater management facilities (SMFs), that you see every day may actually be engineered facilities designed to improve water quality and reduce flooding. The...

City Staff Seeks Comments on Overlook Park Concept, Provides Notification to Property Owners of Windsor Parkway Sidwalk Construction

Fri, 27 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs will present topical information at the City Open House on March 9, 2009, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. The open house will be held in the Council Chambers at Sandy Springs City Hall, located at 7840 Roswell Road, Building 500.

The public is encour...

Modified Sandy Springs Tax Alert

Fri, 13 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs has determined that the Alert sent out by the Atlanta Board of Realtors on February 10th was not entirely correct. The City of Sandy Springs has not attempted to collect a Business and Occupational Tax from Associate brokers or agents. Rather, ther...

City of Sandy Springs Designing Spalding Charter Schools Sidewalks

Mon, 09 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Design for sidewalks near Spalding Charter Elementary will soon begin. The project, part of the City’s overall Sidewalk Program, will address pedestrian safety in the area immediately around the school. The length of the proposed project is an estimated 3,000 feet and...

Councilmember Meinzen McEnerny to Hold Town Hall Meeting on March 16th

Fri, 06 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs District 6 Councilmember Karen Meinzen McEnerny will continue her series of Town Hall Meetings on Monday, March 16th at 7:00 p.m. This meeting will focus on the City’s Fire and Police Departments and provide an overview of the city’s finances and o...

Councilmember Jenkins to Hold Town Hall Meeting on March 2nd

Fri, 06 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs District 4 Councilmember Ashley Jenkins will hold her next Town Hall meeting on Monday, March 2nd. This meeting is one in a series of Town Hall Meetings to update residents on City issues and other issues that are important to District 4 constituents. The mai...

Sandy Springs Fire Department Signs Automatic Aid Agreement with City of Atlanta for Use of Fire Station 27

Fri, 30 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs and the City of Atlanta have signed an agreement of mutual aid and automatic response for the use of Atlanta Fire Station 27. This agreement will give the southwestern part of Sandy Springs supplemental fire suppression, protection, prevention and ...

City Holds Public Information Meeting for Tennis Operations and Program Evaluation

Fri, 30 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs is holding a public input meeting on the development of policies for the operation of the City of Sandy Springs tennis facilities. On Thursday, February 12, 2009, residents of Sandy Springs are invited to the Hammond Park Community Building located...

City Names Humanitarian Award Recipient During Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration

Wed, 21 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs resident, Lucy Hall-Gainer, has been named the 2009 recipient of the Humanitarian Award. This is the third time the City has given the award that embodies the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and recognizes an individual for his or her humanitarian contrib...

Glen Lake Drive Pipe Replacement Topic of Discussion at Open House

Fri, 09 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Sandy Springs Public Works Department will be replacing an existing storm drainage pipe that is in disrepair at 230 and 235 Glen Lake Drive. Staff will be present at the January 12, 2009 Open House from 5 – 7 p.m. at City Hall to answer any questions residents hav...

Sandy Springs Open House Offers Variety of Discussion Topics

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs will present information at the City Open House on January 12, 2009, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. The open house will be held in the Council Chambers at Sandy Springs City Hall, located at 7840 Roswell Road, Building 500.

The public is encouraged ...

City Holds Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration

Mon, 05 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Mayor, City Council members and other dignitaries invite residents and friends to celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Monday, January 19, 2009, at 9:00 a.m. The event will be held in the council chambers a...

Saint Joseph's, Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Department and Rural Metro Ambulance Partner to 'Cool' for Cardiac Arrest

Thu, 01 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Only Hospital, Fire Rescue and Ambulance Service in Metro Atlanta to Provide 'Cooling' Technique to Save Neurological Function

Saint Joseph’s Hospital, Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Department (SSFRD) and Rural Metro Ambulance (RMA) are s...

Sandy Springs Selects New Deputy Chief of Police

Mon, 22 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Chief of Police Terry L. Sult announced Kenneth DeSimone as the new deputy chief of police for the City of Sandy Springs. He will begin work with the Sandy Springs Police Department (SSPD) on January 23, 2008.

“Ken DeSimone’s law enforcement, private se...

Sandy Springs Youth Sports Saints Assisting Families in Need

Thu, 18 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The Sandy Springs Youth Sports (SSYS) Saints are reaching out and assisting two of their own families whose apartments were lost in a Sandy Springs fire on December 7, 2008. In an effort to support and assist these families in need, SSYS will b...

andy Springs Police renews H.E.A.T. Grant for 2009

Fri, 12 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs Police has been awarded a renewal of the H.E.A.T. Grant for another year. The primary goals of the H.E.A.T (Highway Enforcement of Aggressive Traffic) project are to: (1) reduce impaired driving crashes; (2) reduce excessive speeding; (3) increase the safety b...

Sandy Springs Police Partner with CrimeReports.com

Fri, 12 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs Police and CrimeReports.com have announced a new On-line Crime Alerting and Mapping Service that provides easy to read incident crime maps and automated alerts to the residents of Sandy Springs. The service, located at http://www.crimereports.com or directly f...

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue to hold Fire Recruit Graduation

Fri, 05 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Department will hold graduation for its new class of fire recruits. Eleven recruits will take the oath of office Monday, December 8, 2008, at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall’s Council Chambers. Promotions for assistant chief, crew chiefs and firefight...

City of Sandy Springs Holds Meeting on Lake Forest Sidewalk Project

Mon, 24 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs Public Works Department will be holding a meeting on the Lake Forrest Sidewalk project on Wednesday, December 10, 2008, at 6:00 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Lake Forest Elementary School cafeteria.

This project is a part of the City ...

City of Sandy Springs Replaces Northside Drive Culvert

Tue, 18 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs Public Works Department will be replacing a culvert on Northside Drive between Old Powers Ferry Road and Mount Vernon Highway. The construction will begin on December 1, 2008, and is scheduled to be completed by January 9, 2009. Northside Drive wil...

City Holds Public Hearing Regarding Land Purchase

Fri, 14 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs will hold a public hearing regarding the purchase of land for the eventual location for City Hall on the corner of Johnson Ferry Road and Sandy Springs Circle (the former Target site). The meeting will be held Tuesday, November 18, 2008, at 6:00 p....

Lost Corner Preserve Acquired by City of Sandy Springs

Thu, 13 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs, working with The Trust for Public Land (TPL), a national nonprofit land conservation organization, the Sandy Springs Conservancy, and the Georgia Land Conservation Program (GLCP) – which provided grant funding from the state of Georgia &ndas...

Councilmember DeJulio To Hold Town Hall Meeting November 5th

Tue, 28 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs District 5 Councilmember Tibby DeJulio will hold a Town Hall Meeting on Wednesday, November 5th at 7:00 p.m. This meeting will focus on the new police chief, the Windsor Parkway sidewalk project and a budget update.

“There are a lot of exciting th...

City of Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Teams Up with North Springs High School for CPR/AED Training

Tue, 28 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Department and North Springs High School have come together to share life saving skills through CPR and AED instruction. SSFRD will offer free CPR and AED classes to each student at North Springs High School on Monday, November 3rd from...

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Urges Residents to "Prevent Home Fires"

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

A pot holder too close to a lit burner or a space heater left on overnight could be all it takes to start a home fire. In fact, cooking and heating are among the leading causes of home fires in the United States, according to the nonprofit National Fire Protection Associati...

Kym Hughes Elected to the Board of Directors of the Georgia Association of Convention & Visitors Bureaus

Mon, 13 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Kym Hughes, Executive Director of Sandy Springs Hospitality & Tourism, has been elected to serve on the Board of Directors of the Georgia Association of Convention & Visitors Bureaus (GACVB). In recognition of her organization’s successful programs, this disti...

City of Sandy Springs Named New Police Chief

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Terry L. Sult is the new police chief for the City of Sandy Springs. Currently the chief of Gastonia, NC, he will begin work with the Sandy Springs Police Department on October 27.

“I am confident that Terry Sult will lead us effectively and collaborativ...

Sandy Springs Open House Seeking Public Input on a Variety of Topics

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs and its staff will be presenting information at the City Open House on October 6, 2008, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. The meeting will be held in the Council Chambers at Sandy Springs City Hall, located at 7840 Roswell Road, Building 500.

The publi...

City of Sandy Springs Launches Two Sidewalk Project Online Surveys

Wed, 24 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs is seeking public involvement on two Public Works’ sidewalk projects. The first is the Windsor Parkway Sidewalk Project, which will consist of a five-foot wide concrete sidewalk with a two-foot wide grass strip along one side of Windsor Parkw...

City Seeks Nominees for MLK Humanitarian Award

Wed, 10 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Nominations are open for the Sandy Springs Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Humanitarian Award.

The award will go to a person distinguished for humanitarian contributions to society in his or her business, profession, volunteerism or philanthropic life’s work. Indivi...

City Seeks Input on Hazard Mitigation Draft Plan

Tue, 09 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs will be hosting a public input meeting about its Hazard Mitigation Draft Plan on September 15 beginning at 6 p.m. and ending at 7 p.m.

Hazard mitigation planning is a process for the City to identify policies, activities and tools to impleme...

Councilmember Doug MacGinnitie to Hold Town Hall Meeting

Wed, 03 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs District 1 Councilman Doug MacGinnitie will hold a Town Hall Meeting on Sunday, September 28th at 5:00 p.m. This meeting will be a general forum during which several issues will be discussed including the City’s priorities for the fall, a recap of this y...

City of Sandy Springs Launches Hammond Park Master Plan Online Survey

Tue, 02 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs is in the beginning stages of creating a master plan for the 13-acre Hammond Park. The City staff would like the public’s input into the Hammond Park Master Plan, which will begin its kick-off meetings in September. The first in a series of p...

Reward Offered for Vandalism

Tue, 02 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs Police announced that it will partner with three Sandy Springs communities surrounding the Epstein School in offering a $5,000 reward for the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for the defacing of a city stop sign. This past Sunday morn...

Hammond Park to Host Open House

Fri, 29 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The staff of Hammond Park will be holding an open house on Saturday, September 6, 2008, at 10:30 a.m. The event will be held at 705 Hammond Drive in the gymnasium and doors will open at 10:00 a.m.

The public is encouraged to attend the open house, which will focus on...

Sandy Springs Fire Department Inspects All Public Fire Hydrants

Mon, 18 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The Sandy Fire Department is taking an active approach to top water quality by inspecting all public fire hydrants in the City of Sandy Springs. Triton Industries won the bid to inspect more than 2,500 public fire hydrants, or those on public roads. The company started in t...

City's Finance Department Claims Another Certificate of Achievement of Excellence in Financial Reporting

Mon, 28 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

For a second time in less than three years, the City of Sandy Springs has been awarded the Certificate of Achievement of Excellence in Financial Reporting by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) for its comprehensive annual fina...

September is National Preparedness Month

Sun, 27 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Each September is National Preparedness Month (NPM), which is sponsored by the US Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Ready Campaign. NPM is designed to encourage Americans to take simple steps to prepare for emergencies in their homes, businesses and communities....

Councilmember McEnerny to Hold Town Hall Meeting August 11th

Thu, 24 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs District 6 Councilmember Karen Meinzen McEnerny will continue her series of Town Hall Meetings on Monday, August 11th at 7:00 p.m. This meeting will focus on the City’s accomplishments.

“There are so many good things the City has done as of ...

New Ambulance Positions in Sandy Springs Provides Optimal Coverage

Thu, 24 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Effective July 1, 2008, the City of Sandy Springs contracted with Rural/Metro Ambulance to provide 911 emergency medical services (EMS) within the City’s borders. Under this agreement, Rural/Metro has dedicated five ambulances at peak hours of the day and three at off...

City of Sandy Springs Fire Chief Wins Award

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Chief Jack K. McElfish was recently selected by the Southeastern Association of Fire Chiefs, as the SEAFC Career Chief of the Year. The Southeastern Association presented the award at their 80th Annual Leadership Conference held in Chattanooga, Ten...

The City of Sandy Springs Teams Up with Target for the 25th Anniversary of National Night Out

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs and Target have teamed up for the 25th Annual National Night Out (NNO) in an effort to create a safer and healthier community. A children’s (ages 14 and younger) celebration will be held on Tuesday, August 5, 2008, from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m....

Sandy Springs Completes Police Department Investigation

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Several weeks ago, an internal investigation was launched by the Sandy Springs Police Department after allegations of inappropriate use of training time and abuse of extra jobs were raised by members of the Department. As the investigation proceeded, officers being in...

Police Chief Resigns - Acting Chief Named

Sat, 12 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Effective immediately Major David Bertrand will be the acting Chief of Police for Sandy Springs. Bertrand replaces Gene Wilson who has resigned.

In a written statement, Wilson said, “I want to thank the city council and mayor for their trust in me to create an...

Sandy Springs Police Serving at a Local Restaurant in the Name of Charity

Fri, 11 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs Police Officers will join the waitstaff this Saturday at J. Christopher’s located at 227 Sandy Springs Place, NE in the CityWalk shopping center. The officers will wait tables from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and all of their tips will go to Special Olympics. This...

Water Oak Gets a Trim Today

Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Work is to begin today on the 66” Water Oak on the south side of Abernathy Road, east of Wright Street. A certified arborist will begin the first phase which includes limited pruning and trimming some low lying limbs that are currently above the road.

There may...

Batallion Chief Smith Named "Chief Fire Officer"

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Battalion Chief Daryl Smith has been named “Chief Fire Officer” by the Center for Public Safety Excellence, Inc. A “Chief Fire Officer” is an individual who has demonstrated his or her skills and abilities required for the f...

Fillingame Nationally Recognized with First Standards-Based Grants Credential

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

City of Sandy Springs Grants Administrator Sonja Fillingame is one of 170 grants designers and managers in the nation to earn the designation “Grant Professional Certified” or “GPC” in the first class ever to take the exam from the Grant Professional...

City of Sandy Springs Begins Bridge Inspection and Upgrade Program

Thu, 12 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs has begun a bridge inspection and upgrade initiative. The recent Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) Bridge Report revealed that the City has no bridges that are of any immediate risk to public safety. However, there are a number of bridges...

Local Ham Radio Operators to Participate in Nationwide Field Day

Wed, 11 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The North Fulton Amateur Radio League and the North Fulton Amateur Radio Emergency Service will be participating in a nationwide emergency preparedness event on June 28 and 29, 2008. The City of Sandy Springs recently partnered with the North Fulton Amateur Radio Emergency ...

House Demolition Resumes Along Abernathy Road

Fri, 30 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) resumed the demolition of structures last week after suspending work in late 2007 due to contractual issues. Fourteen structures have been demolished to date, as the Georgia DOT prepares for road expansion along t...

City Responds to Chinese Friends in Need, Urges Others to Help

Thu, 29 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

CH2M HILL OMI, the company that provides general government services to the City of Sandy Springs, has made the first contribution to the City’s campaign for Chinese earthquake victims. The company has donated $5,000 on behalf of the City and the company.

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Sandy Springs taxpayers to see 4.24% decrease in property taxes

Wed, 28 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Last night, the Sandy Springs City Council agreed in principle to a partial rollback of property taxes. That will mean a 4.24% property tax decrease to all property owners who did not get reassessed this year.

“Almost all of our residents will see this r...

Councilmember Meinzen McEnerny to Hold Town Hall Meeting June 9th

Wed, 28 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs District 6 Councilmember Karen Meinzen McEnerny will continue her series of Town Hall Meetings on Monday, June 9th at 7:00 p.m. This meeting will focus on the budget.

“Budget hearings are going on at this time, and I want to give resid...

Leadership Sandy Springs Announces 2008 Outstanding Alumni Award Winners

Tue, 27 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Leadership Sandy Springs (LSS) is proud to announce the 2008 Outstanding Alumni Award Winners: Elizabeth Kelly, Karen Meinzen-McEnerny and Andy Meyer. These winners have fully embraced the mission of LSS by being outstanding community leaders.

Elizabeth Kelly, ...

City of Sandy Springs Responds to Chinese Friends in Need - Establishing Fund for Earthquake Victims

Wed, 21 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

On December 5, 2007, the City of Sandy Springs hosted a group of visitors from Deyang, China. The bond that was created between the visiting dignitaries and City officials was instantly tight. Communications between the two groups have been ongoing, thus creating a lasting ...

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Mobilizes Fire Safetly House

Thu, 15 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Department has a new home—it’s in the form of the Sandy Springs Fire Safety House. Although no firefighters actually live in the Fire Safety House because it travels around the City, valuable lessons about fire safety can be learned...

Councilmember DeJulio to Hold Town Hall Meeting May 29th

Mon, 12 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs District 5 Councilmember Tibby DeJulio will hold a Town Hall Meeting on Thursday, May 29th at 7:00 p.m. This meeting will focus on the proposed budget and general questions from residents.

“We are in the midst of budget hearings right now, and I w...

Sandy Springs Signs MOA with Fulton County Soil & Water Conservation District

Fri, 09 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

On April 17, 2008 the Georgia Soil and Water Conservation Commission ratified a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with the City of Sandy Springs and the Fulton County Soil & Water Conservation District. The MOA allows the City to conduct the review and approval of ero...

City of Sandy Springs Puts Resources at Your Fingertips

Thu, 08 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

In an effort to continually provide excellent customer service, the City of Sandy Springs wants to put all available resources at your fingertips. As summer approaches, people will be spending more time outside being active or simply watching others. Oftentimes this means d...

Move Right for Sirens and Lights

Tue, 06 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

If you or someone you love is in need of emergency assistance, you want help that person get assistance right away. Did you know that there’s one thing everyone can do to help the firefighters provide this emergency assistance as quickly as possible? It’s as sim...

Sandy Springs Open House Focusing on Various Topics

Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs and its staff will be presenting information at the monthly City Open House on May 12 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. The meeting will be held at Sandy Springs City Hall, located at 7840 Roswell Road, Building 500.

The public is encouraged to attend...

Partnership for Greenspace Wins State Funding

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

City of Sandy Springs, Georgia. The City of Sandy Springs in cooperation with the Trust for Public Land (TPL) received a $250,000 grant from the Georgia Land Conservation Partnership (GLCP) towards the acquisition of 24 acres in the City of Sandy Springs. The award was anno...

Paving Work to Begin on Lake Forest Drive

Tue, 08 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Pavement work will begin tomorrow on a 60 foot section of Lake Forest Drive near the intersection of Cliffwood Drive. The work will last one day and is associated with the water connection for Lake Forest School. The work will start at 9:00 a.m. and last until 4:00 p.m. and...

Sandy Springs Open House Focusing on Various Topics

Mon, 07 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs and its staff will be presenting information at the monthly City Open House on April 14 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. The meeting will be held at Holy Spirit Preparatory School, lower school campus (Cafeteria), located at 4820 Long Island Drive.

T...

Councilmember Meinzen McEnerny to Hold Town Hall Meeting April 14th

Wed, 02 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs District 6 Councilmember Karen Meinzen McEnerny will continue her Town Hall Meetings on Monday, April 14th at 7:00 p.m. This meeting will focus on public safety, including the proposed 911 dispatch.

“We have some timely issues involving public sa...

Sandy Springs to Begin Intersection Improvement

Wed, 02 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs Mayor and Council recently approved seven intersection improvement projects to move forward toward implementation. The intersection improvement projects include, but are not limited to: signal upgrades, restriction of certain turn movements during ...

Underground Utility Work Along Johnson Ferry Road and Abernathy Road

Mon, 31 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Beginning this week, Atlanta Gas Light will begin underground utility relocation work along Johnson Ferry Rd and Abernathy Rd. The work will involve vacuum excavation to spot gas mains in conjunction with the pending road work along Johnson Ferry Road and Abernathy Road. Wo...

City of Sandy Springs Transportation Plan Posted on Web; Seeks Resident Input

Fri, 21 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs Comprehensive Transportation Plan is posted on the Web site at http://www.sandyspringsga.org/tPanel.aspx?P=c51f75634c8f4156ad691a3fe99c83a4. This information is linked from the home page by a “Transportation Plan” icon. The plan i...

Public Information Open House on Intersection Improvements for Dunwoody Club Drive, Spalding Drive and Roberts Drive

Thu, 20 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

On Monday, March 31, members of the public are invited to Dunwoody Springs Charter Elementary located at 8100 Roberts Drive for a second informational meeting on the proposed intersection improvements at Dunwoody Club Drive, Spalding Drive and Roberts Drive. The meeting wil...

Codification of Codes Posted on Web Site

Wed, 19 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs’ Code of Ordinances is now accessible to residents and those doing business in Sandy Springs at the following Web site:

http://www.municode.com/Resources/gat...

Demolition Temporarily Delayed

Wed, 12 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) has halted demolition of the remaining structures along Abernathy Road, west of Roswell Road and east of the intersection with Brandon Mill Road due to contractual and legal issues. In this portion of Abernathy Road, Ge...

Sandy Springs Open House - March 10, 2008

Tue, 04 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs and its staff will be presenting information at their monthly City Open House on March 10 from 5:00 to 7:30 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Mt. Vernon High School (Glenn Campus) located at 510 Mt. Vernon Highway, NE.

The public is enco...

Planning Commission Wants Community Input

Thu, 14 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs Planning Commission has recently added to its monthly agenda the opportunity for public comment.

“The goal is to better address planning and development issues by listening to the concerns of the community we represent and to whom we ...

Councilmember Doug MacGinnitie to Hold First Town Hall Meeting

Thu, 31 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs District 1 Councilman Doug MacGinnitie will hold his first Town Hall Meeting on Sunday, February 24th at 4:30 p.m. This meeting will be a general forum during which several issues will be discussed including the City’s current financial performance, comp...

City to Kick Off New Public Open House Format Meeting

Tue, 22 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs will kick off a monthly series of public open house meetings on Feb. 11. The first meeting will take place from 5-7:30 p.m. at Sandy Springs City Hall, and attendees are encouraged to stop in at the time that is most convenient within the scheduled...

City Names Humanitarian Award Recipient at Martin Luther King, Jr. Event

Tue, 15 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs resident, Randi Passoff, has been named the 2008 recipient of the Humanitarian Award. This is the second time the City has given the award that embodies the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and recognizes an individual for his or her humanitarian contribut...

Noah J. Reiter Joins City of Sandy Springs as Assistant City Manager

Wed, 02 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Effective today, Noah J. Reiter has joined the City of Sandy Springs staff as Assistant City Manager. Prior to coming to Sandy Springs, Mr. Reiter served as Emergency Medical Services Director for Grady Health System in Atlanta. Before his appointment with Grady, Reiter was...

Sandy Springs Earns Status as Qualified Local Government (QLG)

Wed, 02 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs has earned the status of a Qualified Local Government (QLG) from the Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA). Official QLG status is the result of City’s adoption of its comprehensive plan, which was officially adopted in November. QLG ...

City Exceeds Annual CPR/AED Training Goal

Fri, 14 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT

As their first year anniversary approaches, the City of Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Department has another reason to celebrate. When the department was launched on December 29 2006, it established a goal of training 1,000 community members in CPR and the use of automated exte...

City of Sandy Springs Answers its 100,000th Call At Citizen Response Center (CRC)

Fri, 07 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs’ Citizen Response Center has answered the call, more than 100,000 of them, that is. From January 1, 2007 to August 31, 2007, the “Call Center” answered 104,328 calls averaging 567 calls per day. Currently, six agents work in the S...

Sandy Springs Wins One of Eight Crown City Awards in Nation

Mon, 19 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs was awarded one of eight “American City & County’s” 2007 Crown Community Awards for the start up of the Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Department. Launched in December 2006, the department was started in just under six months.

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Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Department Turns One

Mon, 19 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Department is turning one, and what better way than to celebrate its successes than to have a party? On Saturday, December 15, 2007, from 2:00-4:00 p.m., at Fire Station 2 (the corner of Johnson Ferry and Sandy Springs Circle), the Mayo...

City to Hold Two Transportation Public Meetings Oct. 29

Thu, 18 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs invites interested parties to two informational meetings on transportation projects planned for Monday, October 29.

The Sandy Springs Livable Centers Initiative (LCI) study meeting will take place at 6 p.m. in the cafeteria at the Holy Spir...

Batallion Chiefs Manuel “Manny” Trujillo and James Curry Named Chief Fire Officers

Mon, 15 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Battalion Chiefs Manuel “Manny” Trujillo and James Curry have been named Chief Fire Officers by the Center for Public Safety Excellence, Inc. A Chief Fire Officer is an individual who has demonstrated his or her skills and abilities req...

Sandy Springs Police Officers Aid in Tracking of Rifles Found at Epstein School

Mon, 15 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT

On Sunday, October 14, a resident reported finding two unloaded rifles lying between two bushes outside the school gates at the Epstein School located at 335 Colewood Way, NW, Sandy Springs. The City of Sandy Springs Police Department responded by notifying school authoriti...

Surveying Work Underway in City Capital Improvement Project Areas

Fri, 12 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Engineering and surveying consultants working for the City of Sandy Springs have initiated surveying and field investigation activities for three City capital improvement projects. These projects are transportation improvement projects that are slated to take place on:

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Public Fact-Finding Meeting on Johnson Ferry Road/Glenridge Drive Improvement Project Set for Nov. 5

Fri, 12 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT

On Monday, Nov. 5, the City of Sandy Springs will hold a public “fact-finding” meeting to discuss potential transportation improvements for the corridor along Johnson Ferry Road between Abernathy Road and Glenridge Drive and continuing south on Glenridge Drive t...

City Seeks Nominees for MLK Humanitarian Award

Thu, 11 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Nominations are open for the Sandy Springs Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Humanitarian Award.

The award will go to a person distinguished for humanitarian contributions to society in his or her business, profession, volunteerism or philanthropic life’s work. Indiv...

Public Input Requested on Atlanta-Fulton Public Library Master Plan

Tue, 25 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT

At 7 p.m. on October 3, Sandy Springs residents will have a chance to ask questions and provide input on Atlanta-Fulton Public Library System new facility master plan. This public input session will be held at the Sandy Springs branch of the Atlanta-Fulton Public Library Sy...

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Department Signs National Seat Belt Pledge

Tue, 25 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT

In an effort to promote safety in the Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Department, 100 percent of all firefighters and paramedics have signed the National Seat Belt Pledge. This means whenever riding in City-owned vehicles, all personnel will wear seatbelts. Nationwide, nine line ...

City Councilmembers to Hold Town Hall Meetings

Thu, 20 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs District 5 Councilmember Tibby DeJulio and District 6 Councilmember Karen Meinzen McEnerny will hold a joint Town Hall Meeting on Monday, October 8th. This meeting will focus on the stormwater utility and what it may mean to you and will have a time for questi...

City of Sandy Springs Proclaims Celebrate Animals Day

Wed, 19 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The mayor and city councilmembers of the City of Sandy Springs officially proclaimed September 29 as Celebrate Animals Day in the City. The proclamation was adopted at the September 18 regularly-held council meeting.

Celebrate Animals is a fundraiser that will featu...

Sandy Springs Awarded Certificate of Achievement Of Excellence in Financial Reporting

Mon, 17 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs has been awarded the Certificate of Achievement of Excellence in Financial Reporting by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) for its comprehensive annual financial report (CAFR). The Certificate of Achi...

Sandy Springs Uses Cutting Edge Technology to Improve Roswell Road Traffic Flow

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT

In a little more than a year, a major signal retiming on Roswell Road has already saved Sandy Springs motorists $11million in terms of fuel and time. This estimate comes from study findings released this month by the private firm, Geostats. Estimated savings are calculated ...

Fire Rescue Puts New Rescue Unit and Quint 3 with ALS into Service

Tue, 11 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Department yesterday put into service a Rescue unit deployed from Station 4 and added Advanced Life Support (ALS) to Quint 3. These services now increase the capacity of emergency medical services to cover the entire City. The City has staffed up s...

Assistant Fire Chief Dennis Ham Completes Executive Program Through FEMA

Fri, 07 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Assistant Fire Chief Dennis Ham has successfully completed the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA’s) National Fire Academy’s (NFA’s) Executive Fire Officer Program (EFOP).

“The intensive EFOP is designed to provide senior fire ...

Sandy Springs Turns to Residents to Help Officially Name City Streams

Fri, 07 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT

On September 15 and 16, Sandy Springs Festival attendees will have a chance to change the map of Sandy Springs. At the “Name Your Neighborhood Stream” booth, festival booth # 375, residents can pinpoint locations of 11 unnamed streams on a Sandy Springs map and ...

Special Election to be Held to Fill Vacant District 1 City Council Post

Thu, 06 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs will be holding a special election on November 6, 2007, to fill the seat left vacant by District 1 Councilmember Dave Greenspan. Greenspan resigned on August 27, 2007, to take an out-of-state job. If needed, a runoff will be held on December 4, 200...

City Council Member Jenkins to Hold Town Hall Meeting

Wed, 05 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs District 4 Councilmember Ashley Jenkins will hold her next Town Hall meeting on Monday, September 17th. This meeting is one in a series of Town Hall Meetings to update residents on City issues and other issues that are important to District 4 constituents. The...

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Holds Boot Drive to Benefit Muscular Dystrophy Association

Wed, 29 Aug 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs is proud to partner with the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) to raise much needed funds to combat this disease and those associated with it. Held from 9:30 am – 5:30 pm, Thursday, August 30 though Saturday, September 1, you’ll find...

Greenspan Resigns from Sandy Springs City Council

Mon, 27 Aug 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs Council member Dave Greenspan today announced his intention to move from Sandy Springs. That move will necessitate his resignation from the City Council. He will relocate out-of-state to become CEO of a golf technology company.

Council member Gree...

City to Offer Free Community-Wide CPR, AED Training

Fri, 24 Aug 2007 00:00:00 GMT

One of the main goals of the City of Sandy Springs is to take all measures possible to ensure the health and safety of our community members. To this end, the City will observe September as National Preparedness Month, a U.S. Department of Homeland Security initiative to he...

Demolition Activities Continue in Preparation For Abernathy Road Widening, Linear Park Construction

Thu, 09 Aug 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Improving connectivity and increasing the amount of greenspace across the City are top priorities for Mayor Eva Galambos and the Sandy Springs City Council. To this end, strides are being made to prepare for two major projects. The widening of Abernathy Road is planned to r...

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Now Able to Aid Animals

Fri, 03 Aug 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Many fire departments across the country are taking the proactive steps to save more lives then ever before. This time they are helping save the lives of cats and dogs. Sandy Springs Fire Rescue is now able to do it with the use animal oxygen masks. The masks have been show...

City Councilmembers Meinzen Mcenerny and Jenkins to Hold Joint Town Hall Meeting Aug. 13

Tue, 31 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs District 4 Councilmember Ashley Jenkins and District 6 Councilmember Karen Meinzen McEnerny will hold a joint Town Hall Meeting on Monday, August 13th. This meeting will focus on the City’s Park facilities and is one in a series of Town Hall Meetings hel...

Sandy Springs Residents Now Able to Purchase Federally Backed Flood Insurance

Thu, 26 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Residents in the City of Sandy Springs are now able to join more than 20,000 nationwide communities that are allowed to purchases federally backed flood insurance. The availability follows Sandy Springs’ adoption and enforcement of ordinances to reduce flood losses an...

Stow Valuables, Prevent Theft from Cars

Tue, 24 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The most effective way to prevent motor vehicle burglary is to avoid leaving any property at all inside your vehicle. Thefts of items from cars are one of the top categories of crimes in Sandy Springs. The Sandy Springs Police Department averages working between eight-15 th...

City of Sandy Springs Announces Second Resurfacing Project

Fri, 20 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs’s second resurfacing project is tentatively slated to begin on Monday, August 13. Seven roads are included in the 4.55-mile project.

Glenridge Drive from Roswell Road to Royervista Drive
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City Council Approves Adoption of Master Plan for Signature Park

Tue, 10 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Since the City of Sandy Springs’ inception, the Mayor and City Council have prioritized projects designed to improve the community’s quality of life. One such project is the Abernathy greenway linear park, which will run along both sides of Abernathy Road betwee...

Sandy Springs Receives City of Ethics Designation

Mon, 09 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs received the “Certified City of Ethics” designation at the Georgia Municipal Association’s Annual Convention in Savannah June 26. There are now 189 cities in Georgia which have received the designation.

“This is anot...

CH2M HILL OMI Sponsors Youth to Go to Camp

Mon, 09 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT

CH2M HILL OMI recently sponsored five youth campers from the Sharon Community Church in the City of Sandy Springs to attend Chattahoochee Nature Center’s Camp Kingfisher. The week-long summer day camp shows campers the fun in nature hikes, animal presentations, scienc...

Comprehensive Plan to Go to State

Wed, 27 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT

On June 19, the City of Sandy Springs Mayor and City Council approved a resolution to transmit the City’s proposed Comprehensive Plan to the state for review. The document, which takes stock of the City’s current development and outlines policies and goals for t...

Sandy Springs Continues Resurfacing Project

Fri, 15 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs’s will enter the third and final stage of its first-ever resurfacing project tentatively slated to begin on Monday, June 18. Eleven roads have been included in the six-mile project.

June 18-22

Roberts Drive ...

Fire Rescue to Participate in International Fire and EMS Safety Stand Down

Fri, 15 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The Sandy Springs Fire Department will be participating in the 2007 International Fire and EMS Safety Stand Down, being held the week of June 17-23, 2007. The Stand Down is sponsored by the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC), the International Association of Fi...

Police Department to Celebrate One-Year Anniversary

Mon, 11 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs Police Department will hold a one-year celebration on Thursday, June 28, 2007, from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. The event will be held at Police Department Headquarters at 5995 Barfield Road. All residents and friends are welcome to drop by headquarters...

Sandy Springs Residents' Property Tax Rate Remains Unchanged

Thu, 07 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The Sandy Springs City Council was presented a staff-recommended draft of the City’s budget for the 2008 fiscal year at its regular meeting Tuesday night, May 22. The budget is scheduled for adoption at the regularly scheduled City Council meeting on June 19.

Sandy Springs Continues Resurfacing Project

Wed, 06 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs’s will enter the second stage of its first-ever resurfacing project tentatively slated to begin on Monday, June 11. Eleven roads are included in the six-mile project.

June 11-15

Old Riverside Drive from Rive...

City Announces First Resurfacing Project

Fri, 01 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs’s first-ever resurfacing project is tentatively slated to begin on Monday, June 4. Eleven roads are included in the six-mile project.

June 4-8

Mountain Brook Way from Edgewater Drive to cul-de-sac&nbs...

Police Lieutenant Goes to Israel for Counterterrorism Training

Wed, 30 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs Police Lt. Trudi Vaughan traveled to Israel as part of the Georgia International Law Enforcement Exchange (GILEE), which is a two-week training program focusing on counterterrorism, emergency management and other types of policing strategies. GILEE began in Ma...

Murder Suspect Captured

Wed, 30 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

A 15-year-old Sandy Springs teenager has been arrested today in connection with a May 14th murder that took place on Northwood Drive in Sandy Springs.

Deputies with the Forsyth County Sheriffs Office arrested the 15-year-old boy and a female teenager after a brief v...

City's EMS Program Marks Five Months of Highlights

Wed, 23 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Just five months into the City of Sandy Springs’s EMS program and many milestones have been passed and numerous accomplishments have been reached.

“May 18th marked ‘day one’ of our own in-house inaugural EMT-Intermediate class. It is incredib...

City Council Members Paul and Jenkins to Hold Joint Town Hall Meeting

Tue, 22 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs Districts 3 and 4 Councilmembers Rusty Paul and Ashley Jenkins, respectively, will hold a joint Town Hall meeting on Tuesday, May 29th. This meeting centers on the budget hearings and the upcoming adoption of the budget that is slated for the regularly schedul...

City Reminds Public of Importance of AEDs

Tue, 15 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

It has been proven that Automated External Defibrillator (AEDs) save lives. AEDs are portable electronic device that diagnose and treat potentially life threatening cardiac arrhythmias by applying electrical impulses which stop the arrhythmia, allowing the heart to re-estab...

City Councilmembers DeJulio and Meinzen Mcenerny to Hold Town Hall Meeting

Tue, 15 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs Districts 5 and 6 Councilmembers Tibby DeJulio and Karen Meinzen McEnerny, respectively, will hold a joint Town Hall Meeting on Monday, June 11th. This meeting is one in a series of Town Hall Meetings held to update residents on City issues and progress. &ldqu...

Firefighters Lend a Hand in Fire-Devastated Region

Thu, 10 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs firefighters are helping battle the southern Georgia wildfires that have consumed 125 square miles of swampland and forests. The City sent a brush truck equipped with a 300gallon tank down to the area between Waycross and Jessup on April 22, rotating fire...

Changes at Permit Counter Speed Issuance of Permits

Fri, 20 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Homeowners, builders and developers, are integral to the development of our busy and growing City and therefore the City has made efforts to trim time waiting for permits while also making the best use of our staff time. Effective immediately, to allow for quicker permittin...

Downed Power Line Causes Problems at Mt. Vernon and Hammond

Mon, 16 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The neutral on top of the Georgia Power line has fallen into a tree at Mt. Vernon Highway and Hammond Drive resulting in sparking in the tree. It was sparking enough to energize the City of Sandy Springs signal cabinet on the right of way. City control specialists opened th...

Summer Camp Programs Now Enrolling at Hammond Park

Thu, 12 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT

With warmer weather approaching and the school year drawing to a close, now is a perfect time to plan for kids’ fun summer activities. The Sandy Springs Recreation and Parks Department is offering a variety of fun, instructional activity & sports camp programs thr...

Firefighters to be Trained in CPR

Tue, 10 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT

To further one of the main goals of the Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Department of providing a state-of-the-art first response system for medical emergencies, the City of Sandy Springs will be training 20 firefighters in CPR. The class will be held for the firefighters on Apri...

Groups Combine Efforts to Hold Mass CPR Training

Mon, 26 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT

An analysis of all Fire Department responses by Fulton County in 2005 shows that more than 60 percent of all calls entail medical emergencies, such as cardiac arrests or strokes. Rapid response is essential. One of the main goals of the Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Department ...

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Medical Director Returns from Inspiring Mozambique EMS/Medical Trip

Thu, 22 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Medical Director Dr. Ian Greenwald traveled to Maputo, Mozambique to consult for the World Health Organization (WHO) on setting up an EMS/Fire service in the country’s capital city. The team of physicians had a very productive meeting with th...

Man Drowns in Construction Accident

Mon, 19 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT

This morning, just after 9 a.m., Sandy Springs Fire and Police responded to 5805 Powers Ferry Road on a call of a construction accident. A Bobcat construction machine operator apparently backed the machine over the edge of a swimming pool on the property of a home being bu...

City Council Member Meinzen Mcenerny Holds Town Hall April 9

Mon, 19 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs District 6 Councilmember Karen Meinzen McEnerny will hold her next Town Hall Meeting on Monday, April 9th. This meeting is one in a series of Town Hall Meetings held every other month to update residents on City issues and progress. “This meeting will be...

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Medical Director to Set Up EMS Program in Mozambique for World Health Organization

Fri, 09 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Medical Director Dr. Ian Greenwald has been selected to travel to Maputo, Mozambique to consult for the World Health Organization (WHO) on setting up an EMS/Fire service in the country’s capital city. The team of physicians leaves today for t...

State Legislature Passes Homestead Exemption for Seniors

Wed, 28 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The State Legislature passed a homestead exemption for seniors. This exemption is in addition to any exemptions they are currently eligible for and goes against the State’s .25 mills.

Burt Manning, Fulton County Chief Tax Appraiser, is planning on recommending ...

Sandy Springs Staff to Address New City’s Development and Zoning Process

Wed, 28 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT

On Thursday, March 1, Commercial Real Estate Women of Atlanta (CREW-Atlanta) monthly luncheon attendees will have an opportunity to hear first hand about Sandy Springs’ transition to Cityhood, with an emphasis on zoning and development. The luncheon will take place fr...

Water Main Break to Affect Sandy Springs

Fri, 16 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Due to a City of Atlanta water main break (48") off of Georgia 400, the City of Sandy Springs will be experiencing a low water pressure event during the next 24 to 48 hours and the Fire Department is asking for your assistance.

We recommend, at a minimum,...

City to Honor Volunteers During Special Event

Thu, 15 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs is saluting volunteers by holding a special recognition event on March 6. All volunteers for the City are invited to the ceremony, which begins at 5 p.m. at Sandy Springs City Hall, 7840 Roswell Road, Building 500.

“We want to thank and honor the...

City Trains Staff in CPR And AEDs

Mon, 12 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs will be a safer place at 5 p.m. on February 13th. That’s because from 1-5 p.m. on the 13th at City Hall, 25 City of Sandy Springs staff will be trained and certified in CPR and the use of automated external defibrillators (AEDs).

City Council Passes Tree, Noise Ordinances

Mon, 12 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT

One of the City of Sandy Springs’ priorities, from its inception has been to protect the trees that enrich the character of our neighborhoods. After an extended period of public input and committee recommendations, the tree ordinance was adopted on February 6th.

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Sandy Springs to Celebrate Arbor Day Feb. 9

Fri, 09 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Mayor Eva Galambos, the City of Sandy Springs arborist and a number of volunteers and engaged residents will gather at Big Trees Forest Preserve on Friday, Feb. 16 at 2:15 p.m. to celebrate Arbor Day. The celebration will include the planting of a 15-foot live oak, an everg...

City Council Member Meinzen Mcenerny Holds Town Hall Feb. 12

Tue, 30 Jan 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs District 6 Councilmember Karen Meinzen McEnerny will hold her next Town Hall Meeting on Monday, February 12th. This meeting is one in a series of Town Hall Meetings held every other month to update residents on City issues and progress. “I feel very stro...

Traffic Signal Timing Improvement Yields Significant Benefits

Mon, 29 Jan 2007 00:00:00 GMT

In November 2006, the Perimeter Community Improvement Districts (PCID) came together with the City of Sandy Springs and DeKalb County to complete a major signal-retiming project. The PCID project included Glenridge Connector, Abernathy/Perimeter Center West, Mt. Vernon High...

City Seeks Input From Community on Vision for the Future

Sat, 27 Jan 2007 00:00:00 GMT

On Jan. 31 and Feb. 1, Sandy Springs residents and business-owners are invited to provide input on their “visions” for the City’s future. Because of the different landscape and needs of residents in the northern and southern ends of the City, the Jan. 31 m...

Sandy Springs Fire Department Gets Charge Out of Donation

Fri, 12 Jan 2007 00:00:00 GMT

On Tuesday, Jan. 16, David Jones, CEO of Sandy Springs-based Spectrum Brands, will present his company’s generous donation to the Sandy Springs Fire Department. Spectrum Brands will donate five cases each of Rayovac AAA, AA, C and D batteries for use with much fire eq...

City Names First Humanitarian Award Recipient During Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration

Mon, 08 Jan 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs resident, Nancy McCord, has been named the 2007 recipient of the Humanitarian Award. This is the first time the City has given the award that embodies the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and recognizes an individual for his or her humanitarian contributio...

Fact-Finding Meeting on Abernathy Greenway Project Set for Jan. 16

Thu, 04 Jan 2007 00:00:00 GMT

On Tuesday, Jan. 16, members of the public are invited to Sandy Springs City Hall for an informational meeting on the proposed Abernathy Greenway Project. City Public Works staff and Post Buckley Schuh & Jernigan (PBSJ), the design consultant selected for the project, w...

Firefighters to Assume New Posts Friday

Tue, 26 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The new Sandy Springs Fire Rescue Department will occupy its fire stations and begin providing services to the City on Friday, Dec. 29, 2006.

The transition will begin at 8 a.m. at City Hall. At 8:30 a.m., all the firefighters, trucks and equipment will depart for th...

City is Committed to Protecting Trees

Thu, 21 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs is committed to protecting trees. It is tragic when people disobey local laws and clear cut property. There are substantial fines in place when people violate City ordinances. In the past, people who illegally cut trees were given stiff fines. If y...

City Holds Fire Department Commissioning Service

Mon, 18 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The Mayor, City Council members and other dignitaries will commission the newly-formed Sandy Springs Fire Department on Tuesday, December 19, 2006, at 5:00 p.m. The event will be held in the council chambers at City Hall. All residents and friends are welcome to attend.

Law Firm Donates Time, Skills to Close Parkland Purchase

Thu, 14 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs resident Scott Schulten, principal of Schulten Ward & Turner, wanted to give back to his community. When he heard about the city’s efforts to purchase parkland from Fulton County, he knew how he could contribute. The law firm Schulten Ward & Turn...

City Completes Purchase of Parkland, Fire Stations

Fri, 08 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs today closed on the real estate transaction that completes the purchase process of the parkland and two fire stations from Fulton County. The City will take ownership immediately. The 12 parks are as follows:

Abernathy Par...

City Holds Fire Department Commissioning Service

Thu, 07 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT

City Kicks Off EMS Program

Wed, 06 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs is launching the premier Emergency Medical Service (EMS) in the area. One of the main goals of the department is to provide a state-of-the-art first response system for medical emergencies. The system being established uses the newly updated eviden...

City Receives Trash Receptacle Donation from Newell Rubbermaid

Tue, 05 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Preventing litter in Sandy Springs has been a priority for City officials from the first days of incorporation. The City is especially excited to receive two shipments this week of new trash receptacles from Newell Rubbermaid, Inc. The Sandy Springs-based Fortune 500 corpor...

Upcoming Public Meetings To Discuss Proposed Hammond Drive/Ga 400 Interchange Project

Mon, 04 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The Perimeter Community Improvement Districts board will hold two public meetings on the proposed Hammond Interchange on Georgia 400. The project is designed to relieve the Abernathy Road/ Georgia 400 interchange as the sole gateway from Georgia 400, as well as enhance the ...

Sandy Springs Gateway Beautification Project Underway

Mon, 04 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT

In addition to enforcing public safety and improving the condition of roadways, officials are invested in keeping the City of Sandy Springs clean and visually appealing. By mid-December, residents and visitors will see the blossoming of a new “gateway” into Sand...

45 Wandaful Years

Wed, 29 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Local commercial real estate broker and Radio Sandy Springs personality Wanda Buckley invites the community to celebrate her birthday for a good cause, which will benefit the Sandy Springs Fire Department. To celebrate the occasion, “The Wandaful Voice of Sandy ...

Traffic Signal Timing Improvement Completed in Perimeter Area

Wed, 29 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Motorists in a notoriously congested area of Sandy Springs and neighboring Dunwoody are likely to begin noticing a reduction in major traffic snarls. Just in time for the holiday shopping season, a major traffic signal re-timing project has been completed in the Perimeter B...

City Requires Compliance of Codes Beginning January 1, 2007

Wed, 29 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Effective January 1, 2007, the City of Sandy Springs will require that design documents submitted for Building Permits certify that they are in compliance with the 2007 Georgia State Minimum Standard Codes with Georgia State Amendments, as adopted by the Georgia Department ...

City Anniversary Celebration Held Dec. 1

Wed, 29 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Help us celebrate Sandy Springs First Year! Join the Mayor and Council along with dignitaries, staff and community leaders for the celebration on Friday, December 1 at 12:30 p.m. at Heritage Sandy Springs for the first year anniversary of Sandy Springs Cityhood. The Mayor w...

Police Awarded Major DUI Traffic Enforcement Grant

Tue, 21 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The Sandy Springs Police announced today that it has been awarded a major public safety partnership H.E.A.T. grant from the Georgia Governor's Office of Highway Safety (GOHS) in Atlanta. H.E.A.T. stands for Highway Enforcement of Aggressive Traffic. The primary goals ...

Mt. Vernon Sidewalk Project Consultant Selected

Tue, 21 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs Public Works Department gave a "notice to proceed" to the Design Consultant, Street Smarts, Inc., to prepare the construction plans for the Mt. Vernon Parkway Sidewalk project on October 18, 2006. To date, Street Smarts is 50 percen...

City Seeks Nominees for MLK Humanitarian Award

Mon, 20 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Nominations are open for the new Sandy Springs Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Humanitarian Award.

The award will go to a person distinguished for humanitarian contributions to society in his or her business, profession, volunteerism or philanthropic life’s w...

New Recreation and Parks Director Brings Wealth of Experience

Mon, 20 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs has named Brad K. Chambers its new director of Recreation and Parks.

Chambers comes to Sandy Springs from Grandview, Mo., a suburb of Kansas City, where he was director of the city’s parks and recreation department. He is a former U.S. Navy intel...

City Expands Opportunities for Tree Ordinance Input

Mon, 20 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs is giving citizens some extra time to comment on its proposed Tree Ordinance.

The regular City Council meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 21, 2006, will include a public hearing on the ordinance. The meeting begins at 7 p.m. and will be in the Council Cham...

Winter Recreation Program Enrollment Kicking Off in December

Fri, 17 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs is a perfect place to spend time this winter meeting new people, raise your body temperature and stay fit through this festive time of year. Beginning December 5, the Sandy Springs Recreation and Parks Department will start enrolling students of all ages for w...

Sandy Springs Invites Citizen Comments on Comprehensive Plan Draft

Wed, 15 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Because citizen participation is critical to mapping a successful future for Sandy Springs, the City will host two public input meetings in late November to discuss work done to date on the Comprehensive Plan. The first meeting will take place at 7 p.m. on November 29 at th...

Tree Ordinance Information Meeting to Take Place November 20

Tue, 14 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT

On Monday, November 20, Sandy Springs citizens and all members of the interested public are invited to an informational meeting about the City’s newly revised tree ordinance. The meeting will take place at 7 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers. Staff from the Sandy...

Sandy Springs to be Recognized For Innovation at Upcoming City Council Meeting

Tue, 14 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT

On Tuesday, November 21, Sandy Springs residents will only have to travel as far as City Hall to see their new city recognized as the recipient of a highly-coveted award. At the 7 p.m. City Council meeting, the executive director of the National Council for Public-Pri...

Georgia 400 New Northbound Lanes to Open This Weekend; Delays to be Expected as Traffic Adjusts

Wed, 08 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) will be opening the new northbound lanes on Georgia 400 this weekend. Major delays in northbound traffic are anticipated in order to move the traffic to the new inside lanes. Also, at some point Saturday morning, November 11, ...

City Councilmember Paul to Hold Town Hall Nov. 1

Mon, 30 Oct 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs District 3 Councilmember Rusty Paul will hold his next Town Hall Meeting on Monday, November 13th. This meeting is one in a series of Town Hall Meetings held periodically to update residents on City issues and progress. “I enjoy holding town hall meeting...

Council Member Jenkins Receives Council On Aging Community Service Award

Wed, 25 Oct 2006 00:00:00 GMT

City of Sandy Springs District 4 Council Member Ashley Jenkins has been awarded the 2006 Community Service Award based her advocacy and education efforts through the government. The award is given by the Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC)/Council on Aging 2005-2006 for Creat...

Councilmember Meinzen Mcenerny to Hold Town Hall Nov. 6

Tue, 24 Oct 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs District 6 Councilmember Karen Meinzen McEnerny will hold her next Town Hall Meeting on Monday, November 6th. This meeting is one in a series of Town Hall Meetings held every other month to update residents on City issues and progress. “The Town Hall mee...

Sandy Springs Recognized for Innovation in Public-Private Partnership Field

Tue, 17 Oct 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The National Council for Public-Private Partnerships (NCPPP) has selected the City of Sandy Springs, operated by CH2M HILL OMI, as a 2006 recipient of its Annual Public-Private Partnership Innovation Award. Sandy Springs and CH2M HILL OMI staff will be presented with the aw...

Sandy Springs Web Site Honored at Golden Flame Awards

Fri, 13 Oct 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The International Association of Business Communicators (IABC) honored the Sandy Springs Web site with a Bronze Award during the annual 2006 Golden Flame Award ceremony in Atlanta on Oct. 12. The Web site (www.sandyspringsga.org) received recognition from the Atlanta chapte...

Sandy Springs Police Chief Gene Wilson Wins Top Award from Governor Perdue

Thu, 12 Oct 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Chief Gene Wilson is a recipient of the 2006 Governor’s Public Safety Award. Governor Perdue presents the honor to public safety officials for their dedication and selfless work each year.

“It’s a great honor to be recognized by the governor of the...

River Chase Homeowners to Launch Sandy Springs Neighborhood Watch Program

Thu, 28 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Residents of Sandy Springs’ River Chase neighborhood are about to take a major step to protect their safety and well-being. On Wednesday, October 4, residents will gather at the neighborhood entrance at 5:45 p.m. to unveil their new Neighborhood Watch sign and kick-of...

Intermittent Lane Closure Needed for River Valley Road

Wed, 27 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT

A sewer line is to be installed by Fulton County at the intersection of River Valley Road and Colewood Way. Work is scheduled to begin approximately Wednesday, October 4, 2006, and continue for the following two weeks. Work will take place between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. an...

ZIP Code to Reflect Sandy Springs Addresses

Wed, 27 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Citizens with a 30350 ZIP code soon may be printing “Sandy Springs” on all their mail instead of “Atlanta.”

Sandy Springs Mayor Eva Galambos and Rep. Tom Price (R-Ga.) worked together with the U.S. Postal Service, Atlanta District, to have the...

Councilmember Jenkins to Hold Town Hall Meeting Oct. 16

Thu, 21 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs District 4 Councilmember Ashley Jenkins will hold her next Town Hall meeting on Monday, October 16th. This meeting is one in a series of Town Hall Meetings to update residents on City issues and other issues that are extremely important to District 4 constitue...

Memorial Service to Take Place for Founder of Big Trees Forest Preserve

Tue, 19 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT

On Saturday, September 30, an afternoon service will be held in memory of John Ripley Forbes at Big Trees Forest Preserve. Forbes, a resident of Sandy Springs, passed away at age 93 on August 26, 2006 after suffering a heart attack. He will be remembered as a preeminent con...

City’s Transition Office on the Move

Wed, 13 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs Transition Office is on the move. The office, located at 115 Perimeter Center Place, NE, Suite 115, will close on September 15, and will relocate to City Hall. This will be the first time all City services, with the exception of public safety, will...

City to Receive Donation of Refuse Containers from Newell Rubermaid

Tue, 12 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs will be cleaner thanks to a donation from Newell Rubbermaid. The Fortune 500 corporation, headquartered in Sandy Springs, is donating 170 Rubbermaid Brute WeatherGuard refuse containers to the City. They will be placed at all MARTA stops along Rosw...

City Engineer Appointed to Top Statewide Leadership Role

Mon, 11 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT

This past Friday, Raymond J. Wilke, PE was named President of the Georgia Section of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE). The Sandy Springs City Engineer and Assistant Director of Building and Development was appointed to his new role at the ASCE annual meeting, ...

Sandy Springs Encourages Citizen Comments on Solid Waste Plan

Wed, 30 Aug 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Citizens have an opportunity to comment on a proposed Sandy Springs ordinance regulating solid waste collection services. A draft of the ordinance and an accompanying electronic form are available at on the home page of the Sandy Springs Web site at www.sandyspringsga.org. ...

Temporary Road Closure and Traffic Shift at Dunwoody Place

Fri, 25 Aug 2006 00:00:00 GMT

City of Sandy Springs transportation officials are urging motorists to take note at the intersection of Dunwoody Place and Roswell Road. The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) has announced there will be a temporary traffic shift at this intersection beginning Augu...

Sandy Springs Invites Citizen Comments at Upcoming Recreation Master Plan Meetings

Fri, 25 Aug 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs will invite citizen comments and suggestions at three two-hour public meetings about the City’s Recreation Master Plan. The first meeting will take place at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, August 30, at Sandy Springs Middle School, 8750 Colonel Drive NE.

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Sandy Springs Fire Chief Receives Designation

Fri, 18 Aug 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs Fire Chief Jack McElfish has received the designation of Chief Fire Officer from the Commission on Professional Credentialing.

McElfish, who became a fire chief in 1981 for Richmond, Va., was among the first in the United States to receive the commissio...

Sandy Springs Book Offers Insight into Industry Partnerships

Thu, 17 Aug 2006 00:00:00 GMT

“Creating the New City of Sandy Springs,” a book by Sandy Springs resident Oliver Porter, is set to hit the bookstores next month. The instructional work is aimed at cities considering partnerships with private industry. Its subtitle is “The 21st Century P...

City Partners with Livable Communities Coalition

Mon, 14 Aug 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs and the Livable Communities Coalition have partnered to address the opportunities and challenges of growth and development facing the new City. The City partnered with the Coalition to receive objective, independent feedback on several of its plann...

Perimeter Community Improvement District and City to Further Study Signal Timing

Fri, 11 Aug 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs and the Perimeter Community Improvement District are working together to improve traffic congestion within the City. PCID has awarded a traffic signal timing contract to a local consulting company. The purpose of the contract is to collect traffic ...

City Council Members Resume Collaborative Town Hall Meetings

Mon, 07 Aug 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs District 1 Councilmember Dave Greenspan and Sandy Springs District 2 Councilmember Dianne Fries are continuing bi-monthly town hall meetings to update residents on city issues and progress. “This meeting will be different,” states Greenspan. &ldquo...

Sandy Springs City Hall Renovation Continues

Mon, 31 Jul 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs is preparing for staff relocation from the current Transition Office on Perimeter Center Place to the official City Hall location at Morgan Falls. Remaining Transition Office staff are expected to be moved to City Hall by early Fall 2006.

Citizen...

GDOT's Intersection Improvement Project for Roswell Road/SR 9 at Dunwoody Place and Roswell Road/SR 9 at Northridge Road

Thu, 27 Jul 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) has notified the City of Sandy Springs that the contractor is scheduling night work for construction activities on Dunwoody Place adjacent to Roswell Road for Friday, August 4, 2006. This will require a temporary detour on Dun...

Unveiling of Sandy Springs Police Town Turtle to Take Place Aug. 2

Tue, 25 Jul 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Next week, members of the Sandy Springs community will join with City officials for the unveiling of a Sandy Springs Town Turtle at the City’s new police department headquarters.

The turtle unveiling will take place Wednesday, August 2 at 1 p.m. in front of th...

Preliminary Roswell Road Traffic Data Released

Fri, 21 Jul 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs has hired a traffic specialist to collect travel time data on morning and evening rush hours on Roswell Road from the Chattahoochee River to the Atlanta City Limits with the hopes to improve traffic flow along this busy corridor. A cutting-edge GPS...

Four Sandy Springs’ Roads in Most Congested List

Fri, 14 Jul 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Every city has its traffic hotspots, but the City of Sandy Springs has four of the most congested arterials in the metro area, according to the Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC) using data obtained in 2005. Tied for number one is Riverside Drive and Dalrymple Road, from Mt....

Sandy Springs Launches Comprehensive Plan

Fri, 14 Jul 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs is launching its Comprehensive Plan with the initial meeting of a 25 member Citizen Advisory Committee at City Hall, July 24, 2006, at 7:00 pm. The public is invited to attend.

Georgia cities must submit their comprehensive plan to the stat...

Director of Recreation and Parks to Return to Roswell

Mon, 10 Jul 2006 00:00:00 GMT

On Friday, July 14, Steven Malone will resign as director of the Sandy Springs Recreation and Parks Department. Malone, who has been in his current position since December 2005, will be joining the City of Roswell staff as a recreation coordinator. Before he began work with...

Sandy Springs to Begin Preparation of First Comprehensive Transportation Plan

Fri, 07 Jul 2006 00:00:00 GMT

This month, the City of Sandy Springs will start preparing its first Comprehensive Transportation Plan, a multi-modal plan with the goals of providing efficient mobility and preserving a high quality of life into the future. The planning process is expected to be completed ...

Sandy Springs Call Center to Remain Operational Through Scheduled Power Outage

Thu, 06 Jul 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Due to reconstruction work at the Sandy Springs City Hall, there will be a scheduled power outage from 7 p.m. on Friday, July 14 until 10 p.m. on Sunday, July 16. During the outage, the Citizen Response Center will operate under standard after-hours procedures. Howeve...

Jack McElfish Selected Sandy Springs Fire Chief

Wed, 05 Jul 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Jack K. McElfish became Sandy Springs’ first fire chief tonight. The announcement was made during the City Council meeting by City Manager John F. McDonough.

McElfish holds a master’s degree in public administration and in fire science. In ad...

Sandy Springs Launches Police Department

Thu, 29 Jun 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The Mayor and City Council will send off the newly-formed Sandy Springs Police Department on Friday, June 30, 2006, at 10:30 p.m. The event will be held at City Hall. All citizens and friends are welcome to attend as well.

“This is a unique and wonderful event...

Roswell Road at Dunwoody Place Turn Lane to Close

Tue, 27 Jun 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) informed the City of Sandy Springs that on Wednesday, July 5, 2006, the contractor expects to close the dedicated northbound right turn lane from Roswell Road to eastbound Dunwoody Place for an unspecified length of time. This...

City Council Member McEnerny to Hold Town Hall Meeting

Mon, 26 Jun 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs District 6 Councilmember Karen Meinzen McEnerny will hold her next Town Hall Meeting on Monday, July 10th. This meeting is one in a series of Town Hall Meetings to update residents on City issues and progress. “One of the most critical services that a mu...

Sandy Springs Authorizes First Project Management Agreements

Thu, 22 Jun 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs Mayor and City Council, through its consent agenda, gave authorization to enter into its first group of Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) issued Project Management Agreements (PMA). The PMA outlines the requirements the City is responsibl...

Recreation and Parks Department Becomes Newest Member of Statewide Association

Wed, 21 Jun 2006 00:00:00 GMT

On Wednesday, June 21, 2006, the City of Sandy Springs Recreation and Parks department was accepted as the newest member of the Georgia Recreation and Park Association (GRPA). The motion to approve the new City’s department was passed at the organization’s state...

Mayor and Council Unanimously Support Homestead Exemption Resolution

Wed, 21 Jun 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs Mayor and Council unanimously supported a resolution that endorsed an affirmative vote on homestead exemptions in the special election on Tuesday, July 18th. On the statewide general primary ballot, there will be six questions that will allow voter...

Sandy Springs to Hold Final Community Input Meeting on Comprehensive Land Use Plan

Wed, 14 Jun 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs will hold the final community input meeting on the adoption of the Interim 2025 Comprehensive Plan and Land Use Map June 14, 2006, at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. The meeting provides the public an opportunity to learn about the changes being proposed t...

Roswell Road at Dunwoody Place and Northridge Construction Project Progressing

Wed, 14 Jun 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The Georgia Department of Transportation’s (GDOT) construction project for the intersections of Roswell Road/SR 9 at Dunwoody Place and Roswell Road/SR 9 at Northridge Road is progressing. Although the unexpected delay in utility relocations has slowed the schedule, t...

City Studies Traffic on Roswell Road

Fri, 09 Jun 2006 00:00:00 GMT

It’s no secret: traffic on Roswell Road can be improved. That’s why the City of Sandy Springs has hired a traffic specialist to collect travel time data on morning and evening rush hours on Roswell Road from the Chattahoochee River to the Atlanta City Limits wit...

No Millage Rate Increase for City

Fri, 09 Jun 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The Sandy Springs City Council was presented with a staff-recommended draft of the city’s budget for the 2007 fiscal year at its regular meeting Tuesday night. City officials introduced a proposed budget of $70,714,996 that allows for enhanced service delivery, partic...

New City Services Guide Now Available

Thu, 08 Jun 2006 00:00:00 GMT

One of the primary goals of the Sandy Springs government, from its first day of existence, has been to keep citizens informed about government services, projects and activities. With this goal in mind, the City has created a “Shortlist of Services” guide that is...

Road Closure Needed for Scottish Rite Hospital Construction

Wed, 07 Jun 2006 00:00:00 GMT

All southbound lanes on Peachtree-Dunwoody Road between Johnson Ferry Road and the Glenridge Connector will be closed on Saturday, June 10, 2006. Motorists will be detoured with proper signage. Law enforcement will be on hand as well. This will occur approximately from 8:00...

Easy Payment of Traffic Fines Available on Web

Thu, 25 May 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Traffic citations are now payable to the City of Sandy Springs Municipal Court from a link on the City’s Web site.

By clicking on Court Services, then on a link at the bottom of the page, users will find instructions that link to the Sandy Springs section of T...

Brandon Mill Road Fixed

Tue, 16 May 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Mill Road is now open and fully passable. It had been closed due to damage caused by excess water from a fire hydrant being hit on May 3rd. The fire hydrant was hit in front of the Jasmine Apartment complex off Brandon Mill Road, behind the City of Sandy Springs Cit...

Road Closure Needed for Scottish Rite Construction

Tue, 16 May 2006 00:00:00 GMT

All southbound lanes on Peachtree-Dunwoody Road between Johnson Ferry Road and the Glenridge Connector will be closed on Saturday, May 20, 2006. Motorists will be detoured with proper signage. Law enforcement will be on hand as well. This will occur approximately from 8:00 ...

Brandon Mill Road to Remain Closed

Fri, 12 May 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Due to the damage caused by the excess water from a fire hydrant being hit on May 3rd at approximately noon, Brandon Mill Road remains closed. The repair work is ongoing and is scheduled to be finished mid next week. The fire hydrant was hit in front of the Jasmine Apartmen...

City Council Member Greenspan to Hold Town Hall Meeting

Thu, 11 May 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs District I Councilmember Dave Greenspan will hold his next Town Hall Meeting on Wednesday, May 24th. This meeting is one in a series of monthly Town Hall Meetings to update residents on City issues and progress. “One of the most critical services that a ...

Sign Permitting Workshop to Take Place May 15

Thu, 11 May 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs Department of Community Development will hold a Sign Permitting Workshop on May 15, 2006, at 5 p.m. at City Hall.

The permitting workshop is free and open to the public. Manufacturers of signs in the City are encouraged to attend. Wor...

Sandy Springs Takes Measures to Ensure High Standards of Road Construction

Wed, 10 May 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs is committed to protecting motorist’s safety. To ensure proper construction of the 330 miles of City roadways, the Sandy Springs Public Works department has implemented an interim public utility policy to set clear standards for road reconstruction. This...

Brandon Mill Road Closed While Repair Work Commences

Thu, 04 May 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Due to the damage caused by the excess water from a fire hydrant being hit on May 3rd at approximately noon, Brandon Mill Road will remain closed until it can be repaired. The repair work may take in excess of one week. The fire hydrant was hit in front of the Jasmine Apart...

Sandy Springs Police Department Prepares for Upcoming Launch

Wed, 03 May 2006 00:00:00 GMT

With just under two months before its newly sworn officers report for duty, the City of Sandy Springs is making final preparations for the launch of its new police department. As of July 1, 2006, the City will have a total of 85 sworn officers patrolling its streets and nei...

Fire Hydrant Hit, Water Main Repairs to Commence

Wed, 03 May 2006 00:00:00 GMT

At approximately noon today, a fire hydrant was hit in front of the Jasmine Apartment complex off Brandon Mill Road, behind the City of Sandy Springs City Hall and Municipal Complex. The road behind the office complex is Brandon Mill Road.

Someone ran into the fire ...

Johnson Ferry Road at Wright Road Closed May 3

Tue, 02 May 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Johnson Ferry Road will be closed at Wright Road for two days beginning May 3rd, from 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., to repair a sinkhole. The repairs should be complete May 4, 2006.

The damage occurred next to a sewer line. The City of Sandy Springs Public Works Department wi...

Sandy Springs Recognizes Law Day with Celebration

Thu, 27 Apr 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs will recognize Law Day on Monday, May 1, 2006 with a celebration at City Hall led by Councilmember Ashley Jenkins. The Law Day program will begin at noon and continue until 1 p.m. Attendees will have an opportunity to hear a proclamation delivered ...

Web Site Supports Battle Against Litter, Graffiti

Wed, 26 Apr 2006 00:00:00 GMT

An electronic form on the Sandy Springs Web site (www.sandyspringsga.org) now gives citizens a convenient method of reporting litter and graffiti. The form, which is on the site’s home page, contains fields for reporting the location of litter and graffiti, as well as...

Coggins Presides Over International Association of Administrative Professionals Group

Tue, 18 Apr 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Sheila Coggins has two full-time jobs: City of Sandy Springs operations coordinator and the president of the Georgia Division of the International Association of Administrative Professionals® (IAAP) ®. Although the latter is a volunteer role, she approaches it with ...

Sandy Springs Celebrates Georgia Cities Week

Tue, 18 Apr 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Georgia’s newest city, Sandy Springs is proud to be a part of Georgia Cities Week. The celebration will take place April 23-30, 2006. The City will be holding several events including a “Cities Week Welcome” at Hammond Park on Friday, April 28th from 11-2,...

Sandy Springs Chief of Code Enforcement Completes Certification Course

Fri, 14 Apr 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs recognizes the importance of professional development and lifelong learning for all staff, and Community Development’s Code Enforcement Division has made this development a priority. On April 8, 2006, Marcus Kellum, chief of Code Enforcement ...

Sandy Springs Takes Steps to Wipe Out Graffiti and Litter

Thu, 13 Apr 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Maintaining a City that residents can take pride in and appreciate the natural beauty of is a priority for City of Sandy Springs officials. Because of this, the City has assembled a Graffiti and Litter Task Force, led by City Manager John McDonough. The task force, part of ...

City Council Member Meinzen McEnerny to Hold Town Hall Meetings

Wed, 12 Apr 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs District 6 Councilmember Karen Meinzen McEnerny will hold a town hall meeting to speak with residents on planning for the future of the City of Sandy Springs. “It has been wonderful to see the high level of community involvement,” stated Meinzen Mc...

City of Sandy Springs Unveils New Web Site

Mon, 10 Apr 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs has a new and improved Web site. The City’s striving to bring you the most up-to-date information on the site and some of the new features include:

An official City Council calendar;
A ne...

City of Sandy Springs Policies Available to Citizens

Mon, 10 Apr 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Staff within the City of Sandy Springs Public Works Department have been listening to and learning from citizens over the past several months. From many conversations with concerned community members, one fact has become very apparent- that Sandy Springs residents have a gr...

City Council Members Collaborate on Town Hall Meetings

Mon, 10 Apr 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs District 1 Councilmember Dave Greenspan and Sandy Springs District 2 Councilmember Dianne Fries will continue with their series of bi-monthly town hall meetings to update residents on city issues and progress. “We’re happy to hold our second in the...

City Works with GDOT on Johnson Ferry Road Widening Project

Fri, 31 Mar 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) is currently in the final phase of the design process for the widening of Johnson Ferry Road and Abernathy Road. In the coming months GDOT is expected to begin working with property owners in order to acquire the area needed t...

City of Sandy Springs’ First Newsletter Now Available to Citizens

Tue, 28 Mar 2006 00:00:00 GMT

This week, Sandy Springs citizens have a new source for information on their City. Several local organizations and businesses now have free copies of the inaugural issue of the City’s first newsletter on hand to be picked up.

Merchants stocking the free public...

City Moves Forward with Design of Abernathy Road Linear Park

Wed, 22 Mar 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs’ is moving forward with the process of hiring engineers to develop construction plans for the highly-anticipated Abernathy Road Linear Greenspace Park. The City is requesting engineering firms or landscape architecture firms that are pre-qual...

Department of Community Development Holds Permitting Meeting

Wed, 15 Mar 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs’ Department of Community Development will hold its first building permitting process meeting on Friday, March 17, 2006, at 1:00 p.m., at City Hall.

“Builders, developers and contractors who conduct business in Sandy Springs are ...

City of Sandy Springs Implements Updated Tree Ordinance

Wed, 15 Mar 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs has put into effect a tree preservation ordinance that includes guidelines for tree cover, or canopy, maintenance. Maintaining canopy helps prevent problems such as soil erosion and sedimentation. In addition, tree cover beautifies the community, c...

City Council Member Paul to Hold Town Hall Meeting

Wed, 15 Mar 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs District 3 Councilmember Rusty Paul will hold a town hall meeting to speak with residents on planning for the future of the City of Sandy Springs. One of the key aspects of our new city has been the high level of community involvement,” stated Paul. &ldq...

Department of Community Development Holds Tree Ordinance and Stream Buffer Meeting

Wed, 15 Mar 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs’ Department of Community Development will hold its second tree ordinance and erosion control meeting on Friday, March 31, 2006, at 1:00 p.m., at City Hall.

“All citizens of Sandy Springs, regardless of their occupation, should at...

City of Sandy Springs Enacts New Alcoholic Beverage Licenses

Mon, 13 Mar 2006 00:00:00 GMT

“The transfer of Alcoholic Beverage License responsibilities from Fulton County to the City of Sandy Springs requires that every license holder must file a new application to the City of Sandy Springs and undergo a new background check,” said Don Howell, directo...

City Recreation and Parks Department Currently Enrolling for Spring Activity Programs

Fri, 10 Mar 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs Recreation and Parks Department is now enrolling students of all ages in spring programs. Upcoming classes and activities include coed indoor volleyball, Spring Break Camp for children and high-energy Zumba classes for adults and children.

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City Council Member Jenkins to Hold Town Meeting

Fri, 10 Mar 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs District 4 Councilmember Ashley Jenkins will hold a town hall meeting to speak with residents on traffic improvements, the budgeting process and redevelopment for the City of Sandy Springs. “This is an exciting time in the life of the City,” stated...

Shield Foundation Begun by Sandy Springs Police Officer

Fri, 10 Mar 2006 00:00:00 GMT

“There’s nothing better than having a child tell you, ‘I love you and thank you,’” said City of Sandy Springs Police Lieutenant David Roskind about his experiences with the Shield Foundation. Roskind and his wife, Carol, began the 501(c)3 non-p...

City Council Member Greenspan to Hold Town Hall Meeting March 22

Fri, 10 Mar 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs District 1 Councilmember Dave Greenspan will hold his monthly town hall meeting to update residents on city issues and progress. “One of the greatest opportunities that I see in public service is maintaining a strong dialog and open line of communication...

CH2M HILL, Operator of the City of Sandy Springs, to Sponsor Georgia's Largest Professional Certification Course

Thu, 09 Mar 2006 00:00:00 GMT

CH2M Hill, operator of the City of Sandy Springs, has partnered with the Fulton County Government and Georgia Engineering Alliance to sponsor Georgia's new Erosion & Sediment Control (E&SC) training and certification program. This program, the largest professional c...

Sandy Springs Moves Capital Improvement Plan Forward

Wed, 08 Mar 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs is moving forward with its capital improvement plan, which will provide much needed improvements such as traffic calming, pedestrian links and intersection improvements. These projects will receive state and federal matched funding per the Atlanta ...

New Intersection Improvement Construction Projects Slated to Begin Immediately

Tue, 28 Feb 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Effective this week, The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) will begin an intersection improvement project at State Route 9 (Roswell Road) and Dunwoody Place. The project will add dual left turn lanes at the intersection, aiding in the control of traffic congestion...

John F. McDonough officially becomes City Manager of Sandy Springs today

Wed, 15 Feb 2006 00:00:00 GMT

John F. McDonough officially becomes City Manager of Sandy Springs today. Most recently, McDonough was the city manager of Beaufort, S.C., and he has also served as assistant city manager in Albany, Ga. and in other South Carolina cities.

While in Beaufort, he worke...

City Council members collaborate on Town Hall meetings

Fri, 10 Feb 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Sandy Springs District 1 Councilmember Dave Greenspan and Sandy Springs District 2 Councilmember Dianne Fries have announced a series of bi-monthly town hall meetings to update residents on city issues and progress. “It’s important that all citizens have access ...

City of Sandy Springs hosts inagural community involvement session with eye towards developing unified development plan

Wed, 01 Feb 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs will host its inaugural community development session on Saturday, February 11, 2006. Citizens or persons with a vested interest in community development are invited to attend. The goal of the session is to formulate a unified development plan for ...

City of Sandy Springs cracks down on offenders of bootleg signs

Wed, 01 Feb 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs is cracking down on “bootleg signs” or those illegal signs in the right of way or on trees or utility poles. “Cheap Health Insurance,” “Parachute Lessons,” “Sandy Springs Singles,” “99¢ Sig...

Mayor issues call for entries for Sandy Springs logo contest

Thu, 12 Jan 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Mayor Eva Galambos has issued a call for entries to residents to submit their designs for an official logo for the City of Sandy Springs.

“Sandy Springs is a city because of the hard work and of its citizens,” says Galambos. “Engaging the citizens o...

City Marks MLK Jr. Day with Celebration Event

Tue, 10 Jan 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The new city of Sandy Springs plans to honor the legendary Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with a celebration event Monday, January 16, 2006 at 10 a.m. at Sandy Springs City Hall, Morgan Falls Office Park, 7840 Roswell Road Suite 550. The public is welcome and invited to atten...

City of Sandy Springs Now Provides Building Inspections for Permits Issued by Fulton County

Tue, 03 Jan 2006 00:00:00 GMT

All building permits in Sandy Springs issued by Fulton County prior to December 1, 2005 are valid permits and work may continue under those permits. However, since Fulton County no longer provides inspection services for those permits, all future inspections must be obtaine...

Sandy Springs City Council Work Session

Thu, 22 Dec 2005 00:00:00 GMT

The Sandy Springs City Council work session meeting scheduled for tonight is discussion only. No decisions can or will be made. The work session is open to the public and will be held at 6 p.m at City Hall.

Morgan Falls Office Park
7840 Roswell Road Suite 501

City Manager Selected

Wed, 21 Dec 2005 00:00:00 GMT

John F. McDonough will become City Manager of Sandy Springs in mid-February. Currently the city manager of Beaufort, South Carolina, McDonough also served as assistant city manager in Albany, Georgia and in other South Carolina cities.

While in Beaufort, he worked o...

City of Sandy Springs Selects Police Chief

Wed, 14 Dec 2005 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs announces the selection of a police chief. R. E. (Gene) Wilson, Jr., will lead the city’s police force when it is established in July. He begins work in January.

Chief Wilson has served as the Chief of Police Services for the Metropo...

Court Clerk Named

Wed, 14 Dec 2005 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs has selected James Antony Day as its Clerk of the Court. He is the current Clerk of the Court for the City of Acworth, Georgia and also has experience as a Court Clerk for Cobb County State Court.

He trained in both criminal justice and com...

Notice Special Called Meeting

Tue, 06 Dec 2005 00:00:00 GMT

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that there will be a Special Called Meeting of the Council at 9:00 AM on the 12th day of December, 2005 at the transition office of the City of Sandy Springs located at 115 Perimeter Center Place NE, Suite 765, Atlanta, GA 30346-1278 for the pu...

City Manager Candidates

Tue, 06 Dec 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Mayor Eva Galambos and the City Council of Sandy Springs will interview three candidates for the position of City Manager. All three candidates will be interviewed in an executive session on Monday, December 12, 2005 at the Transition Office, 115 Perimeter Center Place NE...

Sandy Springs holds inaugural ceremony; first city council meeting scheduled for midnight

Wed, 30 Nov 2005 00:00:00 GMT

On the eve of becoming Georgia’s seventh largest city, Sandy Springs will celebrate with a ceremonial inauguration of elected officials Wed., Nov. 30, followed by a meeting at midnight, Dec. 1, to conduct first orders of business.

The ...

Sandy Springs signs to go up December 1

Tue, 29 Nov 2005 00:00:00 GMT

The City of Sandy Springs will mark its boundaries Thurs., Dec. 1, with the planting of city limits signs around the community. In one of her first official duties as mayor, Eva Galambos will participate in the very first sign installation at the DeKalb/Fulton county line o...

Sandy Springs inauguration ceremony scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Nov. 30

Tue, 29 Nov 2005 00:00:00 GMT

On the eve of becoming Georgia’s seventh largest city, Sandy Springs will celebrate with a ceremonial inauguration of elected officials Wed., Nov. 30. The public is invited to the 6:30 p.m. event, which marks Sandy Springs’ official transition to ci...

Sandy Springs Elected Officials and Runoff Candidates Plan Work Session

Mon, 21 Nov 2005 00:00:00 GMT

A second unofficial work session for the newly elected officials of Sandy Springs and the runoff candidates is scheduled for Tuesday, November 22, 2005 at 9 a.m. (Please note the time change.) The first work session took place Wednesday, November 16, 2005.

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Sandy Springs contractor announces career opportunities serving new city

Mon, 14 Nov 2005 00:00:00 GMT

The contractor that will provide services to Sandy Springs beginning January 1 has announced openings for experienced staff interested in serving the new city. CH2M HILL-OMI is seeking experienced, team-oriented staff for immediate full-time openings, including...

Sandy Springs mayor-elect announces city hall location

Wed, 09 Nov 2005 00:00:00 GMT

In her first announcement since being elected Tuesday, Sandy Springs mayor-elect Eva Galambos today revealed the location of city hall.

Galambos announced that city hall will be located at 7840 Roswell Road in the Morgan Falls Office Park. The office park is located ...

Sandy Springs inauguration chair appointed

Wed, 09 Nov 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Georgia Rep. Joe Wilkinson has been appointed chairman of Sandy Springs’ first inauguration.

The inauguration, which includes the swearing in of elected officials, will take place on Nov. 30, the eve of Sandy Springs becoming a city. The public will be invited....