🌱 Promised Solar Funds A No-Go + Dalton Utilities CEO Retiring

Hello all! Michelle Paul here with your Tuesday edition of the Dalton Patch newsletter, full of everything you need to know about what's happening locally.

But first, your local weather:

• Tuesday: A couple of afternoon showers. High: 78 Low: 64.
• Wednesday: Cloudy with a t-storm or two. High: 79 Low: 62.

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Here are the top three stories in Dalton today:

1. During her visit to Dalton, Vice President Kamala Harris celebrated the positive impact of the Inflation Reduction Act at Qcells, a solar panel manufacturing facility. Summit Ridge Energy, a prominent developer of community solar projects, pledged to buy 2.5 million solar panels made in the United States. However, guidance from the Treasury Department introduced complications, leaving developers uncertain about meeting tax credit requirements and prompting them to seek affordable alternatives. Despite these challenges, the Inflation Reduction Act is recognized as a game-changer for American electricity generation, fostering domestic manufacturing and promoting clean energy. (The New York Times)
2. Dalton Utilities CEO, Tom Bundros, will retire effective Jun. 30. After first joining the company in 1997, Mr. Bundros, assumed the position of CEO in 2016. He says that he has enjoyed his tenure with the company and working with the company personnel. The Board of Commissioners of the Water, Light, and Sinking Fund, announced the retirement on Monday, Jun. 12. (Daily Citizen)
3. Contractors have started installing a new playground at Harlan Godfrey Civitan Park in Dalton with an expected completion time of about three weeks. The city council approved a contract to replace the old playground with a handicapped-accessible one, along with the replacement of trash cans and benches. Civitan Park is a popular recreational area, known for its track and gazebo, and the project aims to enhance the park's amenities while providing volunteer opportunities for the Dalton Civitan Club. (Daily Citizen)

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Today and tomorrow in Dalton:

Tuesday, June 13

• Women's Quarterly Coffee At The Pour (8:00 AM)
• Parent Support Group At Anna Shaw Children's Institue (11:00 AM)

Wednesday, June 14

• Chamber Connections At Dalton Golf & Country Club (11:30 AM)
• Ribbon Cutting At Tapestry Energy Spa (2:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Rollin' Rec will take place today (Jun. 13) at Joan Lewis Park from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. This free event allows children to play with various types of sporting equipment that will be provided by the Department of Parks and Recreation. (City of Dalton Government)
• The North Georgia Health District is sharing some tips to help you have a healthy and safe summer. You can learn more here. (North Georgia Health District via Facebook)
• The Juicy Seafood is Dalton's newest restaurant! Greater Dalton Chamber of Commerce swung by on Jun. 9 for a ribbon cutting and to welcome to the new establishment. They're Located at 819 Walnut Square Boulevard, stop by today. (Greater Dalton Chamber of Commerce via Facebook)

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That's it for today. See you all soon for another update!

— Michelle Paul

About me: Michelle Paul is a Utah-based writer and photographer with a professional background in content management and registered nursing. When not working on projects ranging from photo editing to copywriting, they enjoy traveling, video games, and expanding their skills.