🌱 Canton Fights To Keep Public Involved + 114 Townhomes Are Planned

Welcome back, Canton-Sixes. I'm here in your inbox this morning to get you caught up on everything you need to know about what's going on in town. In today's briefing, we have these stories and more...

• There’s a fight to keep citizens involved in city decisions.
• A 114-unit townhome development is planned in Canton.
• The sheriff is looking for a trio in a suspected shoplifting.

But first, your local weather:

• Saturday: Plenty of sun. High: 66 Low: 39.
• Sunday: Mostly sunny and comfortable. High: 68 Low: 45.

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Here are the top four stories in Canton-Sixes today:

1. The Mayor and Council of the City of Canton adopted a resolution to keep the control of design standards, development fees, zoning regulations and development moratorium decisions with the local government. House Bills 514 and 517 are at the State Capitol aiming to flip the power and control of those decisions over to the state, also eliminating the public input process enjoyed currently. The resolution will be sent to the local delegation, while Canton Mayor Bill Grant states that he encourages "citizens to contact their local legislators and join us in our resolution that opposes these misguided bills." (Canton News)
2. The Canton City Council met on Thursday and discussed the rezoning and development of a 14.36 acre, mostly undeveloped, piece of land on Prominence Point Parkway. The developer is planning a 114-unit townhome development on the plot and the public voiced concerns during the Council meeting, to include the proximity to an apartment complex currently in the construction phase and the placement of the planned storm water management ponds. (Subscription: Cherokee Tribune & Ledger-News)
3. The Cherokee Sheriff's Office is asking the public for help in identifying three people possibly involved in a shoplifting incident on January 10 in Acworth. The three were captured on camera in the CosmoProf store at 6199 Highway 92. If you recognize the three or have information about their whereabouts or the incident, please contact the Sheriff's Office at 770-928-0239 or 9-1-1 regarding Case #SO23-000456. (Cherokee Sheriff's Office via Facebook)
4. Cherokee County Animal Shelter is holding its weekly adoption event today, and all pets six months and older are free to adopt. The available animals can be seen online here. A QR code at the front door of the shelter will become active at a random time around 10 a.m., please scan the QR code to enter the "virtual line." The shelter adopts on a first come, first served basis and animals can't be put on hold. All animals will go home with their spay or neuter, heartworm and leukemia testing, initial vaccinations, deworming, flea preventative and microchipping complete. (Cherokee County Animal Shelter via Facebook)

Today and tomorrow in Canton-Sixes:

Today

• Cherokee County School District (CCSD) Certified Job Fair: the job fair will be held at River Ridge High School in Woodstock, please pre-register here. The district is looking for certified, full-time teachers. (9 a.m. - noon)
• Palmetto Moon Grand Opening Celebration: join the party to celebrate the store's newest location at 1810 Cumming Highway, Suite 825. There will be door prizes, live music and treats, a DJ, chances to win prizes all day and hourly grand prizes. (10 a.m. - 2 p.m.)
• Sequoyah-Con: the mini-convention series starts today at the R.T. Jones Memorial Library, located at 116 Brown Industrial Parkway. This is a free, all-ages event and this week's event is Pokémon themed. There will be themed fandoms, panels, crafts, a scavenger hunt, trivia for adults, music, a costume contest and more. Check out the link for the schedule of events. (10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.)
• Georgia Beer Day: brought to you by Georgia Craft Brewers Guild (GCBG), it's Georgia Beer Day at Reformation Brewery. Get your limited edition glassware to bring home while supplies last - with $1 of each glass benefitting GCBG and member breweries. Reformation is at 225 Reformation Parkway, Suite 500. (noon - 10 p.m.)
• Sip & Support - The Fight Against Sex Trafficking: enjoy the 5-wine tasting, 10% of bottle sales will go to the Wipe Every Tear organization. Hosted by Fermented Wine Boutique, 225 Reformation Parkway. (3 - 5 p.m.)
• Adam's Favorites: taste 5 of Adam's favorite wines, there are three times to choose from at Fermented Wine Boutique. (4 p.m., 5 p.m. and 6 p.m.)
• Zach Alexander: the artist will be playing live at The Salty Mule, 169 S. Church Street. (6 - 9 p.m.)
• Chad Patterson: the artist will be live tonight at J. Michael's Prime, 110 Mountain Vista Boulevard. (7 - 9 p.m.)
• Curtis & Kim Jones - Mountain Gypsy Music: the duo will be performing live tonight at C'est la Vie, 361 E. Main Street. (8 - 10:30 p.m.)
• Them Mixon Boys: the band will be live tonight at Canton Icehouse, 150 Keith Drive. (9 p.m. - 1 a.m.)

Tomorrow

• Dixie Tornados: the band will be playing live at Canton Icehouse, 150 Keith Drive. (2 - 5 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Reminder: The Buzz, located at 7345 Cumming Highway, will not have Open Gym time blocks this weekend due to the CYB championship games. (Cherokee Recreation & Parks)
• Horizon Healing Center has some great classes and events for all ages and fitness levels. They're located at 182 North Street, and their Chair Yoga 6 Week Series starts up on Monday. You'll be sitting on and standing behind a chair, a great adaptation for beginners and those with difficulties getting up and down from the floor. The classes will be held once a week for six weeks. (Horizon Healing Center)
• City of Canton GA: "Today we celebrate Ken Patton for 15 Years of Service with the City of Canton! Ken has served in a few roles with the City, but most recently was promoted to Housing Initiatives Director." (City of Canton GA via Facebook)
• Cherokee County Fire & Emergency Services: "Join our Fire IT Department as a Systems Support Specialist! Visit www.JoinCherokeeFire.com to learn more and apply. Minimum Annual Salary: $48,401.00 Must be 18 years of age and possess a high school diploma or equivalent." (Cherokee County Fire & Emergency Services via Facebook)
• Cherokee Chamber of Commerce: "Join us for Passport to Employment on March 29th from 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM at our office located at 3605 Marietta Hwy in Canton! This *free* career assistance event is available to anyone interested with subject matter experts ready to help.” (Cherokee Chamber of Commerce via Facebook)

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You're all caught up for today. See you all soon for another update!

— Nina Lightcap

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