🌱 Former Police Officer Facing Charges + Repairs At Bell Memorial

Hello again, neighbors. I'm here with your Thursday edition of the Alpharetta-Milton Patch newsletter, filled with everything you need to know about what's going on in town. Today you'll find these stories and more...

• Former Alpharetta police officer facing charges.
• Water damage repairs at Bell Memorial Park.
• Pedestrian only plans for Canton Street on hold.

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Now, today's weather: Today will be mostly sunny with a high of 81 and a low of 59.

Here are the top stories today in Alpharetta-Milton:

1. A former Alpharetta police officer is facing charges that he allowed a K-9 to attack a man who was having a mental health crisis. Travis Moya was arrested in 2021 after his family called police due to a mental health situation. A K-9 officer who was accompanied by officer Michael Esposito mauled Moya over 40 times after latching onto his arm while officers were trying to use handcuffs. (WSB Atlanta)
2. Bell Memorial Park in Milton had damage to pipes last December due to a cold snap. The areas affected were the "concession stand, restrooms, meeting room and maintenance building at 15245 Bell Park Road." The city of Milton is contracting with Prime Contractors for repairs including carpentry, painting and other items. (Subscription: The Atlanta Journal Constitution)
3. Plans to shut down part of Canton Street in Roswell from cars have been paused due to push back from business owners in the area. They believe that shutting down the street will make traffic worse and parking more difficult. The city is putting together a task force to analyze the situation and make a recommendation. (FOX 5 Atlanta)
4. Starting on May 30, State Route 9 will be repaved between Upper Hembree Road and Old Milton Parkway in Alpharetta. This work will be done between 9 p.m. and 5 a.m. While this work will be done overnight, drivers are encouraged to avoid driving in this area starting next week to avoid delays. Currently, there is no targeted completion date for this project. (City of Alpharetta GA via Facebook)

Today in Alpharetta-Milton:

• Crabapple Business Club at Six Bridges Brewing, 1850 Heritage Walk in Milton (8:30 AM)
• English/ESL Class at the Alpharetta Library, 10 Park Plaza (11:00 AM)
• Milton Crochet Circle at the Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road (11:00 AM)
• Alpharetta Food Truck Alley at Old Roswell Street, 37 Old Roswell St. (5:30 PM)
• Smooth Sipping Cocktail Class at the Hamilton Hotel Alpharetta, 35 Milton Ave. (6:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• If you're a mother of an infant and want to watch the Braves with your child, you're in luck. Truist Park just opened a lounge for that is a quiet space for you to feed, rest and change your baby. It's located near section 141 and is air-conditioned with rocking chairs and changing tables. This lounge will also be available during other events at Truist Park. (WSB Radio)
• Are you looking for a camp program for your child this summer? Check out Sweet & Sassy in Alpharetta; they are running camps from May 30 through Aug. 4. Campers will play games, make crafts and have fun! (Alpharetta Chamber of Commerce via Facebook)
• Diabetics in our state might see a cap on insulin co-pays since they were lowered for Medicare to $35 earlier this year. Currently, diabetics must pay out of pocket for their medication until they reach their health insurance deductible. Georgia U.S. Sen. Raphael Warnock is continuing to push to lower insulin costs for all; 20 other states have already done this. (WABE 90.1 FM)
• Mark your calendar for June 10; there will be a family fun day at the Alpharetta Community Center. Activities will include touch a truck, face painting, train rides and more! Also, you'll be supporting "Brewable, the first grassroots nonprofit café in North Fulton dedicated to creating employment opportunities for adults with disabilities." (City of Alpharetta Recreation, Parks, Cultural Services via Facebook)

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Alrighty, you're all caught up for today! I'll see you soon.

— Gail Lafleche

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