🌱Alpharetta Hazardous Waste + Tax Revenue Negotiations

Hello, friends! I'm back in your inbox this morning with your new copy of the Alpharetta-Milton Daily, fresh off the presses. Here's everything you need to know about what's happening in town. Today you'll find these stories and more:

• Alpharetta Hazardous Waste collection
• Fulton County tax negotiations
• Higher pay for Milton Police

But first, today's weather:

A morning shower is possible. The high will be 76 with a low of 44.

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Here are the top stories in Alpharetta-Milton today:

1. It's time for Alpharetta residents to clean out your garages and dispose of paint and other hazardous waste. The city is offering a one-day collection event on Nov. 12. Many types of materials will be accepted, and registration is required prior to that day. (City of Alpharetta)
2. Negotiations are continuing between Fulton County and all 15 cities for allocating Local Option Sales Tax dollars. "The County countered with a proposal that demanded $550 million — a $341 million, or 163 percent, increase over what the County would collect under the existing agreement." Increasing the tax revenue allocation to Fulton County could result in higher property taxes in our area plus reduced services. (City of Milton)
3. The City of Milton has increased starting pay for police officers. The raises are similar to ones being made in other police departments in our area. Milton is considered one of the safest cities in Georgia. Their police officers have great benefits and are embraced by the community. (City of Milton, Georgia - Government via Facebook)

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Today in Alpharetta-Milton:

• Wine and Cheese Pairing at PHW Alpharetta, 54 Roswell St. (6:30 PM)
• Davis and The Love at Roaring Social, 35 Milton Ave. in Alpharetta (8:00 PM)
• Pitbull: Can’t Stop Us Now at Ameris Bank Amphitheatre (8:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Milton's Crabapple Fest was a huge success. An estimated 35,000 attendees enjoyed the annual event, the largest crowd to date. Many community groups helped with the event, including Milton police officers, Milton High's National Honor Society and several sponsors.
  (City of Milton, Georgia - Government via Facebook)
• Purchase Green Artificial Grass has opened a new location in Alpharetta. Their new showroom will service locations in Alpharetta and Milton, as well as other cities in North Fulton County. The store will operate from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Fridays and Saturdays are available by appointment. (Metro Atlanta CEO)
• Coldwell Banker Realty has opened a new office in Alpharetta. This location services Alpharetta, Milton and other communities. The space blends its passion for excellence with its drive for service, making it an anchor in the local market for many years. (Alpharetta Chamber of Commerce via Facebook)

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• From The Earth's 5th Anniversary & Oktoberfest! (October 16)
• Taxes in Retirement Seminar (October 17)
• Understanding Mood, Genetics and the Environment's Effect on Brain Health (October 18)
• Michael Flohr Artist Show — SOUTHERN COMFORT (October 22)
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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Thursday! I'll see you soon.

— Gail Lafleche

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