🌱 Public Input Meeting On Barnwell & Niblick + $1.35B In SPLOST?

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First, today's weather:

A t-storm around in the p.m.. High: 85 Low: 59.

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Here are the top three stories today in Johns Creek:

1. The City of Johns Creek invites the public to share their input on the Barnwell Road at Niblick Drive intersection improvement project during a public information open house meeting tonight, Jun. 9, at 6:00 p.m. The meeting will take place at Park Place at Newtown Park, 3125 Old Alabama Road, and will be live-streamed. Further details on the meeting can be found here. (City of Johns Creek, Georgia - Government via Facebook)
2. Depending on the outcome of this fall's election, Gwinnett County stands to collect $1.35 billion in special-purpose local-option sales tax (SPLOST) dollars over the next six years. If the SPLOST referendum makes it onto the Nov. 8 general election ballot and voters approve it, collections would begin on Apr. 1, 2023. County officials seem to have a lot of big plans for the money to improve Gwinnett County, including a new police headquarters, new fire stations, road widening, intersection upgrades, pedestrian safety projects, and more. According to the Gwinnett Daily Post, County commissioners are expected to vote on an intergovernmental agreement with the county's cities for the SPLOST on Jul. 19. (Gwinnettdailypost.com)
3. Looking for something to do on Friday? Pack up the family, a blanket, and some snacks for Movies at the Park! The City of Johns Creek will be showing "Space Jame: A New Legacy" at Newtown Park on Jun. 10 at 8:45 p.m., with pre-show entertainment and refreshments beginning at 7:00 p.m. Visit the City's website for more details on July and August's scheduled movie showings. (City of Johns Creek, Georgia - Government via Facebook)

Today in Johns Creek:

• Free Outdoor Fitness - Yoga At Mark Burkhalter Amphitheater At Newtown Park (9:30 AM)
• Writers Forum For Teens At Ocee Library (2:00 PM)
• Public Input Meeting For Barnwell At Niblick Intersection Project At Park Place At Newtown School (6:00 PM)
• Free Outdoor Fitness - Zumba At Mark Burkhalter Amphitheater At Newtown Park (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• As of yesterday afternoon, the Newtown Dog Park splash pad was out of order due to repairs. The City will provide an update via social media when repairs are completed. (City of Johns Creek, Georgia via Instagram)
• Get a haircut for a good cause! Hair By Maria at Sola Salon Studios in nearby Duluth will be running a Camp Sunshine Fundraiser on Sunday, Jun. 26. All proceeds from hair cutting services that day will be donated to Camp Sunshine of Georgia, which enriches the lives of pediatric cancer patients children, and their families with year-round recreational and support programs. (Patch Neighbor Posts)

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— Dan Casarella

About me: Dan Casarella is a writer, podcast producer, and small business development specialist who formerly worked in late-night television. He’s produced many talk segments, including with President Joe Biden, Kobe Bryant, and Chadwick Boseman. Dan studied Media Studies and Production at Temple University. He also enjoys running, painting, and the highs and lows of Philadelphia’s sports teams.