🌱 Free Child Eye Exams At Libraries + Milton Street Survey

Hi all! Sean Peek here with your fresh copy of the Alpharetta-Milton Daily, filled with all the community news you need to know right now.Keep scrolling for the scoop.

First, today's weather:

Intervals of clouds and sun. High: 92 Low: 68.

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Here are the top five stories in Alpharetta-Milton today:

1. The City of Alpharetta has hired special counsel to negotiate with Fulton County. The negotiations are over the Local Option Sales Tax fund distribution. The two entities must negotiate every ten years using newly acquired census data, by law. The city gets about $20 million from the fund. (The Atlanta Journal Constitution)
2. Looking for a new furry friend? Patch, with the help of Petfinder, has compiled a list of adoption-ready pets in the Alpharetta-Milton area that are searching for a forever home. Click to view the complete list of pets. (Alpharetta-Milton Patch)
3. Fulton County libraries will begin offering free child eye exams next week. The exams will be offered throughout the county at various library branches until Aug. 1. Participants must schedule an appointment to partake in the program. Click to schedule. (11Alive.com WXIA)
4. Infrastructure Management Services (IMS) will be assessing the status and quality of Milton pavement in a white van starting next week. The van will be labeled with "IMS" and will feature a large yellow/black laser bar on the front or back. There might be minor traffic delays due to the survey. This service will help the city budget for rehabbing the city's infrastructure. (City of Milton)
5. Anduril Industries has announced a $60 million investment in Fulton County. The defense technology company will be creating 180 new jobs in Fulton County over the next three years, accordingly to Governor Brian P. Kemp. The Chairman of the Fulton County Board of Commissioners reports that the investment is proof that the county is a desirable location for world-class companies. Click to learn more about the company's open positions. (Atlanta Voice)

Today in Alpharetta-Milton:

• Alpharetta Design Review Board Workshop At Alpharetta City Hall's Council Chambers (8:30 AM)
• Community Gallery Exhibit: Quiltmania At Alpharetta City Hall (8:30 AM)
• Summer Camp Art Show At Milton City Hall (12:00 PM)
• Avalon Nights Live In The Plaza (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• The City of Milton invites the community to view The Photo Creative's Summer Camp Art Show today at noon in Milton's City Hall. There will be light refreshments offered. Don't miss it! (City of Milton, Georgia - Government via Facebook)
• EDAMCC is offering a Teen Summer Art Intensive. Registration is being accepted through Monday. Participants will receive guided instruction and the art medium of their choice. The program is meant for ages 13 through 18. Click to register today. (Fulton County)
• Milton's Regular City Council meeting on Monday, July 18 has been canceled. Please plan accordingly. (City of Milton)

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

— Sean Peek

About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.