🌱 Accident Brings Changes To A Trail + Details On New 2024 Budget

Hello, friends! I'm back in your inbox this morning with your fresh edition of the Roswell Patch newsletter. Keep reading to find out everything you need to know about what's going on around town. Today's briefing includes updates on...

• The Music on the Hill concert series is a tribute to music.
• RFD and RPD members recognized by Roswell Kiwanis Club.
• Early morning road closures for Saturday race.

But first, today's weather: Sunny, pleasant and warmer. High: 86 Low: 65.

Here are the top stories in Roswell today:

1. Changes are being made after the fatal accident on April 18 when a woman fell 20 feet off of an unauthorized trail at the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area in Roswell. The particular trail is a terrain where the "topography is so steep you’re essentially walking along a cliff,” said Beth Wheeler, the recreation area's chief of Planning, Resources and Education. Debris has been placed around the unsafe area to hide the unauthorized trail and rangers have placed signage at the entrance of the trail to prevent hikers from taking that route. Park officials are stressing the importance of staying on designated trails and are educating park visitors on the dangers of forging their own paths on unauthorized trails. (Appen Media)
2. The adoption of the new Fiscal Year 2024 budget will begin on July 1. The City of Roswell said that some of the advantages of the new budget are a savings of almost $3 million, an average of a three percent merit-based pay increase for city employees, and a General Fund Reserve of $23.4 million. Mayor Kurt Wilson said that "the FY2024 budget will advance the city forward and support excellence in every facet of service delivery and municipal governance.” The city incorporated a Zero-Based Budgeting (ZBB) process when developing the 2024 budget. (City of Roswell Government)
3. Music on the Hill kicked off on Friday, June 9, at Roswell City Hall. This concert series celebrates music throughout the decades. Residents gathered on the lawn and enjoyed the sounds of the '80s cover band, Guardians of the Jukebox. Chuck Martin and the Line Up will be the next band to grace the hill on July 14, with their covers of country music songs. In August, the funk of the '70s will be showcased by musician BJ Wilbanks. The Geek Squad will play their Motown, Pop, jazz, funk, and hip-hop tunes in September. These concerts will take place the second Friday of the month until September. (Appen Media)

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Today in Roswell:

Friday, June 16

• Opossum Breakfast — Chattahoochee Nature Center (8:00 AM)
• Customer Success Coffee Chat — Land Of A Thousand Hills Coffee (9:00 AM)
• Coffee, Tea, Chat and Brain Games — Roswell Senior Center (9:30 AM)
• Music at Gigi's Playhouse — Gigi's Playhouse (11:00 AM)
• Jazz Jam at Bambinelli's — Bambinelli's Italian Restaurant (6:00 PM)
• NOURISH: An Evening for Dads & Male Caregivers of Individuals w/ Special Needs — RISE coffee & tea (6:30 PM)
• Mike Veal Band Live — Rock 'N' Taco Roswell (9:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• City of Roswell, Georgia Government: The Possum Trot 10k race will be this Saturday, June 17. Due to the event, sections of Willeo Road and Azalea Drive will be closed for the event. These roads are expected to be closed from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m. (City of Roswell, Georgia Government via Instagram)
• Roswell Recreation, Parks, Historic, and Cultural Affairs: The water fountain at the East Roswell Dog Park is currently closed due to a water break in the water line. Repairs are scheduled for June 24. The city will notify residents once the repair is completed. (Roswell Recreation, Parks, Historic, and Cultural Affairs via Facebook)
• Roswell Farmers and Artisans Market (Roswell FAM): Each Saturday the Roswell FAM brings fresh and artisan food and novelties to community, and this weekend a special vendor will be showcased. Levity Farms will be at the market with flowers, naturally grown produce, and eggs. (Roswell Farmers and Artisans Market via Instagram
• City of Roswell, Georgia Fire Department: The Historic Roswell Kiwanis hosted a honorary luncheon for the RFD and RPD 2022 service award recipients. The Roswell Kiwanis Club also gave a donation to the Roswell Fire and police Foundation. (City of Roswell, Georgia Fire Department via Facebook)
• Roswell, Georgia Recs and Parks: The City of Roswell's performing arts camps are in full swing. The campers recently put on a production of the musical "Annie." There are still summer camp openings for those interested in the performing arts. Visit the Recs and Parks department's website or social media pages for more information. (Roswell, Georgia Recs and Parks via Instagram)

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