DeKalb Curbside Recycling FREE September 26th, 2012
Recycling Now Free in DeKalb County
Fees Dropped, Time for Everyone to "Get a Bin"
DeKalb County has just made recycling a whole lot easier.
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Habershan Gardens
Habersham Gardens
2067 Manchester Street
Atlanta, GA 30324
404.873.2484
Habersham Gardens Intown Garden Center & Landscape Services is in your neighborhood! We feature only the freshest and highest quality flowers, plants, trees and shrubs for your urban garden along with unique... [Read More] |  |
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Return to Eden June 16th, 2012
Return to Eden
Cheshire Square Shopping Center
2325 Cheshire Bridge Road
(next door to Publix).
Established in 1993, Return to Eden was the first natural food store in the Atlanta area to bring healthy food and products to people on a... [Read More] |  |
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Pharr Road Animal Hospital
Pharr Road Animal Hospital
404.237.4601l
www.prahvet.com
Pharr Road Animal Hospital offers a unique combination of general veterinary care, animal rehabilitation and acupuncture, hospitalization, boarding, as well as advanced procedures in small animal surgery and... [Read More] |  |
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Property Tax 2012
Commissioner Kathie Gannon Responds to Tax Assessment Notices
Recently the DeKalb County Tax Assessor mailed notices to all property owners. These notices inform property owners of the assessed values of their homes and properties. Persons wishing to appeal their assessments must file within 45... [Read More] | |
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Buckhead Custom Frames
Buckhead Custom Frames
2140 Peachtree Road
Suite 223
Atlanta, GA 30309
404-351-7565
www.buckheadframes.com
Email: kara@buckheadframes.com
This locally-owned frame shop takes great pride in its friendly service, tasteful designs, and flawless craftsmanship. Selections range from... [Read More] |  |
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North Druid Hills Road Work March 15th, 2012
County Addresses North Druid Hills Road Construction
The widening project along North Druid Hills Road will cost $2.6 million and last about 15 months.
By Jonathan Cribbs
Email the author
March 13, 2012
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Credit Patch... [Read More] | |
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Gas Line Replacement Finished October 17th, 2011
Atlanta Gas Light's Community Outreach Representative, Candace Garcia informed the community that the Sheridan Road Pipeline Replacement Project is now complete. If anyone has any questions or would like additional information, please direct them to our PRP hotline at 404-584-3039.
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Redistricting after Census July 18th, 2011
Commissioners Kathie Gannon and Jeff Rader will have an Atlanta Regional Commission representative discussing the changes in political boundaries from the demographic change in the 2010 Census. This will be the first item on the agenda at the Thursday July 28, 2011 CAN Issues Meeting at... [Read More] | |
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New Permanent Electronic Recycle Site
DeKalb County has established a second permanent recycle site for electronic items.
More info is online at:
http://web.co.dekalb.ga.us/beautiful/recycling_electronics.html
404-371-2654
The site is located behind the DeKalb Justice facilities on Memorial Drive at I-285.
The... [Read More] | |
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Quarterly Association Meeting Minutes
Did you miss a quarterly meeting of the civic association? Want to know about what was presented? Below are links to the minutes of past meetings, so you can read all about what is going on in LaVista Park. These links will open pdf documents.
January 2010
April 2010
July... [Read More] | |
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Property Tax Hearings June 28th, 2011
Public Hearings on Rate Increase set for July 5, 12
DeKalb County will host public hearings to discuss a proposed increase in property tax rates on Tuesday, July 5 at 10 a.m. and 6 p.m., and on Tuesday, July 12 at 10 a.m. in the Maloof Auditorium, 1300 Commerce Drive in Decatur.
The... [Read More] | |
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Rich Vision
RICH VISION
We would like to welcome you to Rich Vision, a young and vibrant practice striving to give the best in patient... [Read More] |  |
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Athletic Club Northeast
Athletic Club Northeast is Buckhead’s premier athletic & tennis club.
We are proud to offer the finest tennis, sports training and active kids programming in northeast Atlanta. For those seeking an increasingly active lifestyle we invite you to try our Personal Training, group fitness classes,... [Read More] |  |
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2011 Taste & Tour of Cheshire Bridge
Two Days of Good Eats and Family Fun on Atlanta’s Quirkiest Road
Third Annual Taste & Tour of Cheshire Bridge
Event Proceeds Used to Explore a Community Improvement District
A wide variety of Cheshire Bridge Road businesses are working together to bring the third annual Taste... [Read More] |  |
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Clifton Road Development - Emory Point June 22nd, 2011
Finally to start this summer 2011.... [Read More] | |
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Neighborhood News
Below are links to some past copies of Neighborhood News, the quarterly, printed newsletter that is distributed to all households in LaVista Park. If you need to look up an article from a past issue and you did not save your original copy, this is an easy way to refresh... [Read More] | |
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Kittredge Park - Invasive Species Removal
As the LaVista Park representative to Friends of Kittredge Park, I invite the entire LaVista Park neighborhood to attend this months clean up. If you have never been to Kittredge come for a look around, even if you aren't interested in working or just feel it's too hot. Give an hour!... [Read More] | |
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GDOT Public Information Open House April 15th, 2011
Come learn what is happening.... [Read More] | |
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HEALTHY TREES INITIATIVE April 14th, 2011
Large trees are one of the most enjoyable and characteristic parts of our neighborhood. We have some very big ones, and some very old ones. And, after several years of drought, some very stressed ones. Unfortunately, taking care of or removing these trees can be very expensive.
Many of us have, or... [Read More] | |
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LaVista Park – Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow April 14th, 2011
LaVista Park. It’s who we are, or at least where we live and how we identify our neighborhood. But did you know we actually have our own park—LaVista Park?
The four-acre park is bounded by Wild Creek Trail, Brookforest Lane and Beech Haven Drive. In the 1950s, when the... [Read More] | |
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Patrol News April 14th, 2011
With Spring Break and summer right around the corner, many of our residents will be going on vacation and leaving their homes unoccupied. I wanted to go over a few tips for making your home as secure as possible. Creating the illusion that you are home greatly reduces the chance that a... [Read More] | |
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President's Message Spring 2011 April 14th, 2011
President's Message
Spring is here in LaVista Park and that means many things; the welcome return of warm sunny days, maybe grilling outdoors, or walking around the neighborhood enjoying all the spring flowers. Spring is also the time for our annual LVPCA membership drive.
The membership... [Read More] | |
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LLCC News April 14th, 2011
Community Planning Workshop May 7... [Read More] | |
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Neighborhood News
Check out what is happening in your neighborhood.... [Read More] | |
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LLCC Adopt-a-Road Challenge February 27th, 2011
LLCC Great Trash Heap Contest
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GDOT 400 to I-85 Lane Changes February 26th, 2011
*GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
February 25, 2011 *
Dear Community Partner,
The Georgia Department of Transportation is pleased to advise you of *a
project on I-85 southbound that will improve safety and ease congestion
created by heavy traffic volume from **Georgia 400 merging... [Read More] | |
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DeKalb Transportation Projects Hearings February 24th, 2011
DeKalb County will host four public information meetings for residents and businesses
in DeKalb County to provide input in the preparation of the unconstrained proposed
transportation projects list, which must be submitted to the Georgia DOT and Atlanta
Regional Commission by March 30,... [Read More] | |
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Dog - Found in snowstorm and now lost January 28th, 2011
We found this abandoned dog in Virginia-Highland during the snowstorm. We took him to a vet, who gave him a rabies shot and exam.
He was taking medicine and is due for another round in Feb. We already paid for medicine and can donate it. It was never our intention to keep him because of our... [Read More] |  |
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Briar VIsta Elementary School Score Comparison January 23rd, 2011
Read this article to understand more about Briar Vista Elementary School scores and how the school stacks up to Fernbank Elementary.... [Read More] | |
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Finding Your Lost Dog December 22nd, 2010
Finding Your Lost Dog
Dog Finder Tips When Your Pet Gets Lost
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Using Personality Clues to Find a Lost Dog December 22nd, 2010
Using Personality Clues to Find a Lost Dog
“Don’t inhibit your chances of finding your pet by having a “wait and see” attitude. Start searching immediately. Only in the movies do dogs like Lassie find their way home after a long and harrowing journey.”
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How Personality Clues Help Find Lost Cats December 22nd, 2010
How Personality Clues Help Find Lost Cats
Cat Personalities are Key to Knowing Where Your Pet Might Be
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Campaign to Keep Briar Vista School Open December 15th, 2010
WILL BRIAR VISTA BE CLOSED OR REDISTRICTED?
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Meadow Loop Trail Update December 15th, 2010
The Meadow Loop Trail (located at 879 Lindbergh Drive NE along the North Fork Peachtree Creek, on the south side of Lindbergh Drive just
before the I-85 overpass) is ready for winter walking. Community volunteers have
spread a thick layer of pine straw and leaves (more than 250 bags) along the... [Read More] |  |
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The Office of Neighborhood Empowerment ( One Dekalb) December 15th, 2010
The Office of Neighborhood Empowerment would like to wish you a happy and safe holiday
season! There is a lot going on in DeKalb this month so please take a look!
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2010 Neighborhood Summit and Green Expo a... [Read More] |  |
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Office of Neighborhood Empowerment (OneDeKalb) Annual Report December 2nd, 2010
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Results of Environmental Protection Agency Testing December 2nd, 2010
Results of Environmental Protection Agency Testing
Report to the Public Dec. 9, 2010 7 - 8 pm
Join us for a meeting convened by DeKalb County Commissioner Jeff Rader at a
public meeting to discuss the results of the Environmental Protection
Agency's recent testing for... [Read More] | |
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News from Dekalb County CEO Burrell Ellis December 2nd, 2010
Dear Neighbor:
Soon we will say goodbye to 2010 and welcome the New Year that lies ahead. As we
approach the end of this year, I wish each of you a happy, safe and enjoyable holiday
season.
Last month, we honored the veterans in our community and I hope each of you had
a... [Read More] | |
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Briar Vista Elementary Update December 2nd, 2010
Current Newsletter - Ways for you to get involved
Message from Matt Huey, President, Briar Vista PTA
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Everything You'll Need to Vote Early October 24th, 2010
Please feel free to e-mail Mike at repjacobs@comcast.net or call him on his cell phone at (404) 441-0583 with any questions or concerns.
Convenient Early Voting Starts October 25th
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Midtown Family Chiropractic & Wellness Center
Midtown Family Chiropractic & Wellness Center
814 Juniper Street Suite 201
404-810-9099
http://www.midtownfamilywellness.com/
Midtown Family Chiropractic and Wellness Center is conveniently located in the heart of Midtown. We specialize in Chiropractic Adjustments and offer all... [Read More] |  |
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Early Voting June 25th, 2010
DeKalb County Board of Registration & Elections is encouraging voters to
cast
ballots early for the General Primary Election on July 20. Early voting in person
is available now
without having to provide a reason. The Absentee Poll at 4380
Memorial Drive is open Monday through Friday,... [Read More] | |
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Mellow Mushroom
Mellow Mushroom
1679 Lavista Road, Atlanta, GA 30329
404.325.0330
Sunday – Thursday, 11a.m.... [Read More] |  |
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PEDs has relocated May 16th, 2010
As of May 15, 2010, PEDs new address will be:
PEDS
1389 Peachtree Street
Suite 202
Atlanta, GA 30309
Our new phone number will be 404-685-8722.
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Georgia State Study findings on DeKalb County Government May 11th, 2010
Staffing Study Cites Inefficiencies in County Government ... [Read More] | |
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Commissioner Rader Town Hall Meetings May 3rd, 2010
District 2: Jeff Rader (I) is unopposed for re-election in November.
Jeff Rader's Town Hall Meetings are scheduled for ...
* Tuesday May 4, 6:30-8:00 pm. Leafmore Creek Clubhouse, 1373
Altamont Drive.
* Thursday, May 6, 6:30-8:00 pm. Atlanta Hospital Hospitality
House, 1815 Ponce de Leon... [Read More] | |
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Time to renew Lavista Park Membership! April 29th, 2010
If it is spring time, then it is time to renew (or start participating in) your Lavista Park Civic Association membership. Join the Association to take advantage of all the park patrols and house checks as well as the Friends discounts and meeting privileges.... [Read More] |  |
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Thank you Dan Campbell March 28th, 2010
We would like to thank one of our residents, Dan Campbell for taking it upon himself, twice, to work in the park removing limbs, gathering trash and moving it the street for pickup.
Now that's neighborhood spirit!
Way to go, Dan!
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New Speedbump finally installed on Beech haven March 16th, 2010
After having the signs up months ago, the first speed bump has been installed on Beech Haven by Sheridan.... [Read More] |  |
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The Ranch House in DeKalb County February 7th, 2010
The Ranch House in DeKalb County Links: 1. http://us1.campaign-archive.com/?u=a804613b8cccee6286d4bfc9f&id=a0b901000d&e=8ae97fc5cd DeKalb History Center Contact Ben Zdencanovic 404-373-1088 ext 23 DECATUR - The DeKalb History Center?s Lunch and Learn Lecture Series continues in March with a... [Read More] |  |
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Thank you Art Auerbach February 2nd, 2010
We would like to thank Art Auerbach for his many, many years of tireless dedication serving on the Board as Section VP, reporting neighborhood home sales, and other committee activities for the Association. We appreciate the services you performed on behalf of the LaVista Park Civic... [Read More] | |
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Thank you Charles Hankinson January 17th, 2010
We would like to thank Charles Hankinson for his many, many years of tireless dedication and service as our Vice President Section 2, committee activities such as Welcome Wagon, membership along with his many other LaVista Park endeavors. We appreciate the services you... [Read More] | |
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Mason Mill Park January 12th, 2010
The
DeKalb County
Parks and Recreation Department will
hold a Public Meeting on Tuesday, February 2, 2010 to discuss Mason Mill Park
The general public is invited to attend.
WHO:
DeKalb County
Parks and Recreation
Department
WHAT:
Public meeting to discuss... [Read More] |  |
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Thank you Kathy May January 9th, 2010
We would like to thank Kathy May for your tireless work as our Section 4 Vice President. We appreciate the many hours of work you performed on behalf of the LaVista Park Civic Association and wish you continued sucess.
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Thank you Tammy Dudley January 9th, 2010
We would like to thank Tammy Dudley for your tireless work as our Registrar. We appreciate the many hours of work you performed on behalf of the LaVista Park Civic Association and wish you continued sucess.
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Thank you Debbie Beauchamp January 9th, 2010
We would like to thank Debbie Beauchamp for her dedication and tireless work as our Vice President Section 1, for the innumerable hours she put into our Friends of LaVista Park campaign and many other LaVista Park endeavors. We appreciate the services you performed on behalf of the LaVista... [Read More] | |
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The Green Commission of DeKalb County January 1st, 2010
Workshop Presenters and Exhibitors
* Oakhurst Gardens
* Atlanta Community Food Bank
* Georgia Organics
* Harvest Gardens
* Healthy Belvedere
* Farmer D
* Gaia Gardens
* Southeastern Horticultural Society
* Decatur and East Lake Farmers Markets
* Wonderland Garden
* Captain... [Read More] |  |
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Kittredge Park Plan Alternates December 5th, 2009
MacTec has now produced 2 plans for community review. Kittredge Park will use one of these guideline plans for future expenditure of Park funds. What do you want the park to be? You can weigh in now, while there is time to alter the course of planning. See my comments in Leaf Talk. |  |
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News to Assist Flood Victims in LMM September 21st, 2009
From our neighbors across Cheshire Bridge... From Jane Rawlings, President Lindridge Martin Manor Neighborhood Association ...As many of you unfortunately know firsthand, LMM has experienced a major flood event unprecedented since Hurricane Ivan. To those of you I spoke with earlier today... [Read More] |  |
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What's New for September 2009 September 20th, 2009
Quick guide to website updates for September 2009...Be sure to check out the new information about the upcoming Fall Festival! New information about the Proposed Town Center land use at Briarcliff and North Druid Hills.Calendar... Town Hall meeting about the Proposed Town Center land... [Read More] |  |
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Proposed new Town Center Land Use September 20th, 2009
A Message from StandUp DeKalb Dear Friends and Neighbors, On Sept. 1, the DeKalb County Planning Department unveiled its plan to push for approval of a 500-acre Town Center land use designation, stretching from I-85 eastward along North Druid Hills Road to the far side of the old DeKalb... [Read More] |  |
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TOWN CENTER Land Use change September 17th, 2009
This issue is being put forth by the DeKalb Planning Department to extend the Town Center Land Use category throughout the entire area of the Garvin study. This would bring the possibility of much higher density development to the intersection of NDH and Briarcliff, though no actual projects are... [Read More] | |
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Proposed new DeKalb Zoning Ordinance September 8th, 2009
Here is a link to early draft of the proposed zoning ordinance. I was emailed that the final version was posted on the County website, but this is still Version 1. Check back before printing, as a newer version may soon be posted and it's quite a large document, but at least it's divided into 7... [Read More] |  |
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Whole Foods Briarcliff
Whole Foods
2111 Briarcliff Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30329
Store hours:
8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Monday to Saturday
9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Sunday
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Sembler's bid for tax break is dead, Rader says July 28th, 2009
July 24, 2009 Dist. 2 DeKalb County Commissioner Jeff Rader declared "effectively dead" the proposed 20-year, $52 million tax abatement incentive plan for Town Brookhaven while he addressed the July 14 meeting of the Brookhaven Community Connection (BCC). Rader said he thought the Sembler Co.'s... [Read More] | |
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Sembler fight leads to updated incentives July 15th, 2009
The controversy over the tax abatement proposed for the Sembler Co.'s Town Brookhaven has driven the DeKalb County Office of Economic Development (OED) and the county Development Authority to revise their incentive policy for attracting business investments. Sembler consultant KPMG asked for a... [Read More] |  |
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Greening the Corridor July 5th, 2009
WHEN: Saturday, 11 July 2009 at 9:00am You are invited to join us for the next clean up event along the Lindbergh-LaVista Cooridor next Saturday, 11 July. Please plan to meet in front of ChocoLaté at 9:00 am for breakfast and coffee before we split into teams to pick up litter along the corridor.... [Read More] |  |
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Found Dog - needs a good home June 28th, 2009
Shane Cannady of 114 Wild Creek Trail found a Pit Bull last week at Wild Creek and Citadel. He plans on trying to find him a home if he can't find his owner by Monday. Shane Cannadyshane_cannady@bellsouth.net678-640-7241 Info: Stafforshire Terrior / Pit Bull Found on Tuesday, 6/16 Collar, no... [Read More] |  |
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Friends of LaVista Park Incentives
Friends of LaVista Park Incentives
June 1, 2012 thru May 31, 2013
PLATINUM Level
Sunny’s Cleaners
2280 Cheshire Bridge Roadd
404-248-1957
15 % off dry cleaning every day (clothing & most other items).
Athletic Club Northeast
1515 Sheridan... [Read More] | |
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Great news: water restrictions dropped to odd-even! June 11th, 2009
Georgia lifted stringent statewide outdoor watering restrictions Wednesday, saying homeowners can now water their lawns on an odd-and-even numbered basis.Odd-numbered addresses may water Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays and even-numbered addresses may water Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays. There... [Read More] |  |
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The Latest Update on the Sembler Proposal for a Tax Abatement June 11th, 2009
Tuesday, June 9, 2009The Latest Update on the Sembler Proposal for a Tax Abatement Sembler Update from Commissioner GannonFrom Ashford Alliance Community Organization "As you may be aware, Development Authorities are independent entities created by the state and The Board of Commissioners does not... [Read More] |  |
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The Biggest Bailout Sembler Can Buy May 31st, 2009
According to Representative Mike Jacobs, District 80, Dekalb County, the proposed Sembler tax abatement for its “Town Brookhaven” project needs to be stopped.One thing you can do to stand in its way is to attend an upcoming community meeting to be held on Monday, June 8, at 7:00 p.m. in the... [Read More] |  |
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2 arrested as police sweep Briarcliff Road area April 14th, 2009
DeKalb County police said Sunday they are focusing “all resources” on a stretch of Briarcliff Road extending from North Druid Hills to Lavista roads, as they picked up two men in connection with recent armed robberies. “As part of our ongoing investigation we are working to determine if they or... [Read More] |  |
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Another woman attacked off Briarcliff Road April 13th, 2009
In the third such incident in the past 25 days, a woman was attacked Saturday off Briarcliff Road in DeKalb County, police reported. All three assaults have occurred within a three-mile radius, but authorities haven’t yet linked the cases to one suspect. View Map DeKalb County news The latest... [Read More] |  |
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Sunny's Cleaners
Sunny's Cleaners
2280 Cheshire Bridge Rd, NE
Atlanta, GA 30329
Phone: 404-248-1957
Hours of Operation:
Monday-Friday 7am-7pm
Saturday 8am-6pm
24 hour drop off service
Sunny's offers friendly and cheerful personalized services. In business since 1993 and now with three... [Read More] |  |
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Woman attacked as she moved into new apartment April 8th, 2009
By KRISTINA TORRESThe Atlanta Journal-ConstitutionTuesday, April 07, 2009DeKalb County police continued Wednesday to investigate the sexual assault of a woman moving into an apartment on Briarcliff Road — an attack that had some similarities to an assault on a female jogger who was stabbed less... [Read More] | |
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Residential Concerns
770.487.1314
www.callusonthejob.com
We are a "full service" Georgia roofing company and we can handle everything from a new... [Read More] |  |
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K & M Foreign & Domestic Auto Repair
K & M Foreign & Domestic
Auto Repair
2195 Briarcliff Road NE
Atlanta, GA 30329
Phone: 404-633-1677
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RSVP Program Provides Critical Information to Region’s Older Adults March 31st, 2009
The Metro Atlanta RSVP program, sponsored by ARC, is currently accepting applications for volunteers to help educate older adults about issues that are important for remaining healthy and independent in their communities. Join a force of talented volunteers, age 55 and over, whose members are... [Read More] |  |
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The Georgia Festival Chorus Spring Concerts 2009 March 30th, 2009
The Georgia Festival Chorus Spring Concerts 2009 WHO:The Georgia Festival Chorus, under the direction of Frank Boggs, Founding Director will perform a concert of "Total Praise" at Westminster Presbyterian Church-PCA as part of their 22nd Spring Concert Season. WHAT: The 110-voice chorus is... [Read More] |  |
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UPDATE - Water and Gas Outage On Beech Haven March 29th, 2009
A leaking water main over the last year or so coupled with the heavy rains recently, created a big sink hole near 1269 Beech Haven Rd. Sunday afternoon. Crews from the DeKalb County Public Works Department were dispatched to the scene and have shut off the water supply and... [Read More] |  |
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Dekalb County Electronics Recycling Day March 28th, 2009
Dekalb County Electronics Recycling Day Saturday, April 25, 20099:00am - 1:00pm Items can be dropped off between 9:00 am and 1:00 pm in the Decatur High School parking lot. A list of recyclable electronic items is at www.decaturga.com or call 404-377-5571.If you are not able to take your... [Read More] |  |
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Executive Park Zoning Update March 26th, 2009
We have received the Zoning Conditions and Private Agreement documents from the Executive Park redevelopment project. The following links will open PDF files: Final Dekalb County Zoning Conditions Final Private AgreementsTo read PDF files you will need Adobe Acrobat... [Read More] |  |
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Livable Centers Initiative (LCI) March 26th, 2009
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (3/20/09)
FROM THE OFFICE OF COMMISSIONER JEFF RADER
DISTRICT #2
DeKalb COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
1300 COMMERCE DRIVE
DECATUR, GA 30030
(404) 371-3054
Recently the Atlanta Regional Commission awarded a Livable Centers Initiative (LCI) planning grant to DeKalb... [Read More] | |
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LCI Grant Funds North Druid Hills Corridor Planning March 24th, 2009
Mar 22, 2009 by Jeff Rader When it comes to government action, the best preventive measure is to have a plan beforehand. Otherwise, a rushed decision could require more money and time to cure the problem. All too often, county governments make decisions in a "silo", that is, looking at only some of... [Read More] | |
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UPDATE 2009-03-27 Woman Stabbed While Jogging Recovering March 19th, 2009
Excerpt from myFoxAtlanta.com website.ATLANTA - The family of an Atlanta woman who was viciously attacked while jogging said the woman was improving in the hospital Wednesday. Some of Kimellen Tunkle's family traveled a long way to see her as she recovered and meet the Good Samaritan who helped... [Read More] | |
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Thank you Lisa Paulk March 11th, 2009
We would like to thank Lisa Paulk for your tireless work as our Treasurer. We appreciate the many hours of work you performed on behalf of the LaVista Park Civic Association and wish you continued sucess. | |
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Economy stands in way of Executive Park overhaul March 8th, 2009
Atlanta offices are emptying with each wave of layoffs, and big retailers such as Circuit City are going belly up, but that hasn’t dampened one developer’s ambitious plans for the aging inner suburbs of DeKalb County. The owners of a 70-acre office park along I-85 are proposing an overhaul that... [Read More] |  |
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Thank you Dana Williams February 23rd, 2009
We would like to thank Dana Williams for your tireless work as our Neighborhood Watch and Security Patrol Coordinator. We appreciate the many hours of work you performed on behalf of the LaVista Park Civic Association and wish you continued sucess.
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Thank you Henry Batten February 22nd, 2009
We'd like to thank Henry Batten, for his many years of tireless service as the LaVistaPark.org webmaster and Technology Committee Chairman. On behalf of the LaVista Park Civic Assocition we wish him much continued success as the President of the Lindberg/LaVista Corridor Coalition, LLCC.... [Read More] | |
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Neighborhood Communication made easy! February 22nd, 2009
Two of LaVistaPark's many strengths are the timely distribution of information that affects the quality of life of our residents in this, our little urban oasis, and the participation of neighbors in lively discussions on ways to preserve and improve that quality for ourselves and future... [Read More] |  |
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Exciting LaVista Park Technology News February 22nd, 2009
Greetings, I'm very excited to welcome two of our residents to the LaVista Park Civic Association Technology Committee. Please join me in greeting Kathy May and Gregg Beauchamp! Together, as a team, we look forward working with you. After much development, the public beta of the new and... [Read More] |  |
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Zoning Code to be Rewritten - Public Comment Requested February 17th, 2009
Last year, DeKalb County adopted a new comprehensive plan that guides development through 2025. The document is all big-picture, describing new, mixed-use town centers and neighborhood centers where residents can live, work and play. But it takes a zoning code to implement it. The legal document... [Read More] | |
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The Park Druid Hills Reworks Plan February 17th, 2009
In response to potential tenant feedback and stakeholder input, the owners of Executive Park have evolved their plans for The Park at North Druid Hills. The revised master plan was presented at a public meeting this past Monday, Oct. 6. The residential portion of this mixed-use plan is presently... [Read More] |  |
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Neighborhood Issues Contacts February 17th, 2009
We are in District 2 of DeKalb County. Our representative to the DeKalb County Commission is Jeff Rader. His web site is located at www.commissionerrader.com, and his e-mail address is: jrader@co.dekalb.ga.us . We are also represented by Kathie Gannon, Super District 6 Commissioner. Her web site is... [Read More] |  |
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LaVista Park Civic Association with Security Patrol Membership February 17th, 2009
LaVista Park employs off-duty DeKalb County police officers for a neighborhood patrol. These officers patrol our neighborhood in their personal cars, not county police cars. A magnetic LaVista Park Patrol sign may be seen on the front doors.... [Read More] | |
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NC Burglar Shares Tips on How He Preyed on Homes February 17th, 2009
Apr. 23--If you lived in a middle- or upper-class neighborhood in Charlotte in the 1990s, you may have seen Anthony Ferguson walking down your street. Chances are he carried a rake and had gardening gloves in his back pocket.
But Ferguson was no landscaper.
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How to Describe and Report Events, Vehicles and Persons February 17th, 2009
Describing and Reporting of Events, Vehicles and Personsp { margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; }Practicing to develop skills in providing quick, accurate descriptions is an excellent NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH meeting activity. In attempting to describe events, vehicles, or persons, write down the... [Read More] |  |
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Neighborhood Legal Fund February 17th, 2009
Your response and support of the newly formed Legal Fund by the LaVista Park Civic Association is most appreciated. This fund will assist in covering the cost for legal consultation and representation in the current zoning matters on LaVista Road and others in the future that will impact the... [Read More] |  |
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How to Vounteer in LaVista Park February 17th, 2009
Areas to volunteer your services How you can help ... AREAS TO VOLUNTEER YOUR SERVICES The LaVista Park Civic Association is a volunteer organization, and as such we depend heavily upon the special skills and talents of our members. We have room for you in all areas of our organization:... [Read More] |  |
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How to Report Suspicious Vehicles February 17th, 2009
Reporting Activity - Suspicious VehiclesVehicles in the following situations MAY be involved in crimes and should be reported to authorities: Slow moving, without lights, following aimless course in any location, including residential streets, schools, and playgrounds (burglar, drug pusher, or sex... [Read More] |  |
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How to Describe Suspicious Vehicles February 17th, 2009
Reporting Activity - Describing Vehiclesp { margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; }When describing vehicles, write down: Vehicle license number and state, make and type of vehicle, color, and approximate age; Special designs or unusual features, such as vinyl top, mag wheels, body damage, pinstripes,... [Read More] |  |
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How to Describe Suspicious Persons February 17th, 2009
Reporting Activitiy - Describing Personsp { margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; }In preparing descriptions of persons, it is important to write down the following: Sex; Race; Age; Height (estimated from eye contact level measured against your height); Weight; Hair (color and length); Hat; Facial Hair... [Read More] |  |
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How to Describe Suspicious Events February 17th, 2009
Reporting Activity - Describing Eventsp { margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; }When describing events, write down: What happened; When it happened; Where it occurred (note the nearest cross street, home address, or landmark in relationship to the event); Whether injuries are involved... [Read More] |  |
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How to Report Suspicious Persons February 17th, 2009
Reporting Activity - Suspicious PersonsObviously, not every stranger who comes into a neighborhood is a criminal. Legitimate door-to-door sales and repair people appear in residential areas frequently. Occasionally, however, criminals disguise themselves as these workers; therefore, it is important... [Read More] |  |
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Let us know what works February 17th, 2009
Have you written to or met with your local or state government officials? Canvassed your neighborhood with a petition? Set up an information booth about neighborhood issues? Tell us what you have done that made a difference. We would like to recognize the ways in which you have taken action. Then... [Read More] |  |
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How to organize a phone tree February 17th, 2009
Often during an issue, you have to mobilize people very quickly. You may need individuals to fax letters, make phone calls or show up for a public meeting. One of the fastest ways to mobilize people is by setting up a phone tree. How a Phone Tree Works A phone tree is a pyramid where a designated... [Read More] |  |
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How to operate a phone bank February 17th, 2009
Phone banks can be a very effective advocacy tools if they are set up properly. They can be used to generate support for a campaign, to find volunteers for projects, or to get out the vote for a campaign. For example, when you need to influence one or two key legislative members, a phone bank can... [Read More] |  |
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How to lobby your lawmaker February 17th, 2009
Thirteen Easy Steps To An Effective Visit With Your Legislator Dress nicely. Don't let your appearance detract from your message or impair your credibility. Introduce yourself and tell your member or staff person what organization you represent, where the group is located and the size of its... [Read More] |  |
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How to hold a news conference February 17th, 2009
A news conference is not unlike a child' s birthday party. You want to put together the right elements to get people to come, to give them what they want, and to make your family happy. This requires planning and a sensible location, it requires bringing the right entertainment -- this is an... [Read More] |  |
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How to formulate a letter to your lawmaker February 17th, 2009
Name Address Date Dear Senator _______ PARA 1. Purpose of letter: What you want your lawmaker to do I urge you to oppose S. 851, the Wetlands Reform Act of 1995 PARA 2. Why this bill is important to you: personalize your letters I live next to a beautiful marsh. Thanks to federal and state wetlands... [Read More] |  |
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How to do a radio talk show February 17th, 2009
The radio talk show format that has been sweeping the country the last few years is an excellent vehicle for getting your message out to a large audience at virtually no cost. COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS How do I get on the air? Why should the host or producer CARE about my issue? What can I do to... [Read More] |  |
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How to contact editorial boards February 17th, 2009
Only larger newspapers actually have an "editorial board," which consists of five to ten opinion writers, editors and (sometimes) selected reporters. Below a certain size threshold, say, 35,000 circulation, newspapers usually have no more than an editor of the editorial page and a columnist. What... [Read More] |  |
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How to arrange a town meeting February 17th, 2009
Lawmakers hold town meetings to provide a public forum for discussing timely issues or to hear what his or her constituents are concerned about. These meetings provide an excellent opportunity to get your concerns to your lawmaker. Sometimes these events are well publicized, but just as often they... [Read More] |  |
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How to arrange a meeting with your lawmaker February 17th, 2009
Most legislators are eager to meet with their constituents. Your opinions are valuable to your lawmakers, and your meeting is likely to be very influential. Keep in mind that you don't have to be and expert to get you point across. The message you will bring to this meeting is that of an... [Read More] |  |
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LaVista Park Civic Association Cares About Our Trees February 17th, 2009
Think before you cut trees down. We as a neighborhood want to keep our tree canopy. Please do not cut down more trees than necessary. DeKalb County does have a Tree Ordinance which was printed in our Spring 2001 edition of The Neighborhood News. Some tree facts from Arbor Atlanta that affect our... [Read More] |  |
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DeKalb TAD district February 17th, 2009
No way to make sense of a senseless situation
Just when I had stopped trying to make sense of the DeKalb County Briarcliff-North Druid Hills intersection situation, I realized that my commissioners were way ahead of me. And it was Monday's editorial and op-ed piece that did it. There is no way... [Read More] |  |
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City to try new recycling program February 17th, 2009
Residents will no longer be required to sort recycled materials, and the city will give 10,000 omes 95-gallon blu bins, instead of the current 18-gallon containers.... [Read More] |  |
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Animal Control Ordinance Changes February 17th, 2009
DeKalb County Chief Executive Officer Vernon Jones and the Board of Commissioners approved some major changes to the DeKalb County Animal Control ordinance. Burrell Ellis, Presiding Officer of the Board of Commissioners, introduced revisions to the Animal Control ordinance, which regulates outdoor... [Read More] |  |
