🌱North Point Mall Proposal Rejected + Lane Closures On 400 And I-285

Hello, neighbors! It's Friday in Alpharetta-Milton and I'm back in your inbox with everything that's fit to print about what's happening locally. Today you'll find these stories and more:

• Alpharetta City Council rejected the latest proposal for redeveloping the North Point Mall
• More lane closures and traffic headaches on 400 and I-285 due to construction
• Milton Library book sales and donations

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Today there will be a tropical rainstorm. The high will be 66 with a low of 51.

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Here are the top stories today in Alpharetta-Milton:

1. Negotiations are continuing regarding the redevelopment of Alpharetta's North Point Mall. This mall has lost foot traffic and stores in recent years due to many factors, including the arrival of the Avalon. The Alpharetta City Council rejected a $500 million upgrade plan from Trademark Property earlier this week. One concern from City Council is the number of rental units included in the proposal from Trademark. This developer wants 875 rental units and only 103 homes for purchase. The developer has six months to come back with a new proposal. (WSB-TV)
2. There will be new lane closures soon due to the construction at 400 and I-285. Motorists are encouraged to allow extra time when traveling on these roads, and use traffic apps to avoid delays, which could be significant. Also, pay attention to any detours, which could appear on both roads. A description of all of the closures can be found in the link. (Traffic)
3. Are you interested in purchasing or donating books? The Milton Library will be holding a book sale on Saturday, Nov. 12 starting at 10 a.m. You can donate books anytime by placing them in the book donation slot behind the barn. "If you have more books than can fit on a 3-foot-long shelf, please bag or box them and leave them at the door and call us when you drop off. " Please don't leave any books outside when it could rain. (Friends of the Milton Library)

Today in Alpharetta-Milton:

• Holiday Market | Shop, Sip & Stroll on The Green at Crabapple Market, 12650 Crabapple Road in Alpharetta (2:00 PM)
• Santa’s Secret ‘Stache Wonderland' at the Alpharetta Avalon (3:00 PM)
• Slow Flow through the Chakras Yoga Class w/ Heiða Halldórsdóttir at Oya Yoga Studio, 50 Canton St., Suite 5114 in Alpharetta (6:00 PM)
• Winter Wine Dinner Class at Publix Aprons Cooking School, 4305 State Bridge Road in Alpharetta (6:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Alpharetta Department of Public Safety will be sharing information over the next few weeks with the public on opioids, which are implicated in many drug overdoses. The purpose is to educate people on how to prevent overdoses and understand the danger from many of these drugs. Fentanyl is one opioid that is prescribed for patients with severe pain and is also manufactured illegally. If it is misused, it can lead to an overdose that needs to be treated immediately. (Alpharetta Department of Public Safety via Facebook)
• Clarity Road in Milton will be closed next Wednesday for pipe repairs. The repairs will take place between 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., weather permitting. Clarity Road runs north from Hickory Flat Road and becomes A.J. Land Road past the Cherokee County line, at one point crossing the Little River. (City of Milton, Georgia - Government via Facebook)
  
• The Alpharetta Community Center will be holding a “Free Pictures with Santa” event on Dec 10. You will get your photo printed at the event, and it will be emailed instantly. (Insider tip: Avoid green clothing so you don't blend in with the photographer's “green screen”) Mark your calendars and arrive early! (Awesome Alpharetta)
• Would you like to have healthy meals delivered to your house? The Ed Isakson/Alpharetta Family YMCA is partnering with Good Measure Meals, and they have launched family-style meals. You can enjoy shareable portion sizes of your favorite meal components! (Ed Isakson/Alpharetta Family YMCA via Facebook)

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Events:

• Holiday Market | Shop, Sip & Stroll on The Green at Crabapple Market (November 11)
• King's Ridge Christian School Hosts Preview Week (November 11)
• Johns Creek Symphony Orchestra — A Veterans Day Salute! (November 12)
• Justin! at Rock 'N' Taco & 3-year Anniversary Celebration. (November 12)
• Winston Churchill Society Annual Birthday Dinner and Lecture (November 13)
• Taxes in Retirement at Forsyth Conference Center (November 14)
• Sales + Marketing = Growth Multiplier (November 17)
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You're all caught up for today. See you all tomorrow for another update!

— Gail Lafleche

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