🌱 $140.2 Million Fulton Co. Sheriff's Budget + Local HOA/POA Update

Hello, neighbors. It's me, Rose Mendez, your host of the Johns Creek Daily — here to impart all the most important things happening in town these days.

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Mostly sunny and cooler. High: 54 Low: 33.

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Here are the top three stories today in Johns Creek:

1. In a close four-to-three vote, the Fulton County Board of Commissioners approved a $140.2 million 2023 budget for the Fulton County Sheriff's Office. The budget received an $11.2 million increase from the original operating budget of $129 million. (11 Alive)
2. The City of Johns Creek is updating its list of Homeowner Association (HOA) and Property Owner Association (POA) contacts. The update will help the city provide current updates about public input meetings, zoning case information, public safety messages, and general announcements to more residents. HOA/POA board members can complete the online form here. (Subscription: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
3. In case you missed it: In a new ranking from Healthgrades, "2023 America's Best Hospitals," nine hospitals in Georgia were ranked among the 250 best in the country, including Emory Johns Creek Hospital. Emory Johns Creek also received the Pulmonary Care Excellence and Stroke Care Excellence awards and three state ranking awards for cardiology, gastrointestinal medical, and pulmonary care. (Georgia Patch)

Today in and around Johns Creek:

• Yoga At Northeast/Spruill Oaks Branch (11:00 AM)
• Live Music - Tyrone Jackson Trio At Rays On The River, Sandy Springs (6:30 PM)
• Live Music - Six Degree Tilt At Abbott's Bar And Grill (7:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Ring in the Year of the Rabbit with friends, family, and the local community tomorrow, Jan. 21! Johns Creek is hosting its "Lunar New Year Festival" from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Mark Burkhalter Amphitheater inside Newtown Park. (11Alive.com WXIA)
• A Jindo puppy named Theo is available for adoption in the Johns Creek area! Check out all the adorable, adoptable pets in your area at the link. (Johns Creek Patch)
• Johns Creek Police Department posted "What to do in a Hostile/Active Shooter Situation" tips. JCPD suggests staying calm and remembering "A.D.D.," avoiding the threat, denying access, and defending yourself (A.D.D). (Johns Creek Police Department via Facebook)

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Events:

• Lift Every Voice and Sing (January 20)
• Jr. K-8th grade Open House (January 21)
• Alexi Butirskiy 'Mystery & Belonging' (January 21)
• Comedy Show (January 21)
• Marketplace Leaders Invited to Live Event with Communicator, Author and Pastor Andy Stanley (January 26)
• Johns Creek Symphony Orchestra Hearts and Harmony Gala (February 10)
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Announcements:

• Senior Independent living, assisted living, and memory care listings!!! NEW LISTINGS (Details)
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You're all caught up for today! See you tomorrow for your next update.

— Rose Mendez

About me: Rose Mendez is a freelance writer. She is studying English Literature at Hunter College. She loves reading, walking around the city, and coffee!