🌱 Downtown Parking, Safety Upgrades + Medication Take Back Day

Hi all! I'm here with your fresh copy of the Roswell Patch newsletter, filled with all the community news you need to know right now. Including updates on...

• New development, bigger than The Battery, planned for North Metro residents.
• Alpharetta sides with Roswell on elections.
• The Water Treatment Plant receives another award.

Today's newsletter is sponsored by Rock 'N' Taco

A night of Great Music for an even better cause!

Why do we love Rock ‘N’ Taco so much? For one thing – it’s fun! With live entertainment on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and our favorite — Southern Rock Sundays, Rock ‘N’ Taco has established itself as the no. 1 spot for live music in Roswell 5 days a week.

Rock ‘N’ Taco’s first benefit concert series supporting ALS and John Driskell Hopkins of Zach Brown Band sold out and was a night for the books with a stage full of music’s top artists.

They’re now excited to announce who’s next — Wednesday, April 26th The Purple Madness Band: Prince Tribute Band is live at Rock 'N' Taco as their 2nd Concert for a Cause headliner benefiting END HUMAN TRAFFICKING NOW.

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Mostly sunny. High: 84 Low: 56.

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Here are the top three stories today in Roswell:

1. The City of Alpharetta has followed in Roswell's footsteps with its recent agreement to allow Fulton County to oversee the municipal elections in November. This decision was made by a unanimous vote by the city's council on April 17. Initially the cities of Roswell, Milton, Alpharetta and Johns Creek talked about ending this relationship with the county and hiring a joint superintendent. However, the City of Milton was the only city that broke away from the county and will manage its own elections management plan for November's election. The council also okayed the first reading of the ordinance that will allow the county's Board of Registration and Elections as the superintendent for elections. (appenmedia.com)
2. A major mixed-use development is being planned for the North Metro area. More than 100 acres in Forsyth County is planned to be used for a premier mixed-used space that is said to be bigger than The Battery in Cobb County. The Gathering at South Forsyth will be a collection of shops, restaurants and residential living. A billion-dollar arena is also in the plans for this complex. Local businessman, Vernon Krause, the owner of 15 car dealerships throughout the Southeast is behind this project. The Gathering at South Forsyth's goal is to be the "entertainment hub" for North Metro Atlanta and North Georgia. (wsbtv.com)
3. Mayor Wilson was joined by Councilmembers Lee Hills, Christine Hall and representatives from the transportation department on April 19 to discuss recent improvements made to parking and safety in the downtown area. The current employee parking section at City Hall will be redesigned and turned into public parking. The city employee section will be moved. There will be a direct, open, lighted pathway from the new lot that goes to Canton Street. The mayor also documented the Grand Opening of Roswell's new RRFB crosswalk, another opening and walkway to Canton Street and downtown. (facebook.com)

Today in Roswell:

• Ongoing Conversation: Assembly Point Exhibition - Roswell Visual Arts Center (10:00 AM)
• Book Signing by Author Margaret Skinner - Historic Roswell Place (11:00 AM)
• Gate City's Magic 8th Anniversary Weekend - Gate City Brewing Company (12:00 PM)
• Sweet Apple Farmers and Artisans Market - World Harvest Church (2:00 PM)
• Alive in Roswell - Canton Street (5:00 PM)
• Aurora Cineplex Popcorn & Movie Trivia Booth - Alive in Roswell (5:00 PM)
• In-Person Women's Circle - The Open Mind Center (5:30 PM)
• Bourbon & BBQ - The Mill Kitchen and Bar (6:00 PM)
• Spring Orchestra Concert - Roswell HS (6:30 PM)
• Chorus Spring Concert - Centennial HS (7:00 PM)
• Skyballs Live Music - Gate City Brewing Company (7:00 PM)
• A Taste of Italy Wine Dinner - Oli+Ve - Roswell (7:00 PM)
• Justin! Live - Rock N' Taco Roswell (9:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• City of Roswell, Georgia Government: The city continues to celebrate National Volunteer Month by recognizing those who volunteer at the Roswell Adult Recreation Center (ARC). These individuals dedicate their time to such tasks such as prepping and cleaning-up for events, facilitate programs, and rearranging the library. The ARC is welcoming all who would like to volunteer with this group. (City of Roswell, Georgia Government via Facebook)
• City of Roswell, Georgia Government: Congratulations to the Roswell Water Treatment Plant. They have recently received another major acknowledgment. The Georgia Association of Water Professionals (GAWP) has given the Water Plant of the Year award in the surface water category. (City of Roswell, Georgia via Instagram)
• Keep Roswell Beautiful: Saturday is Earth Day and the city is teaming up with Keep Roswell Beautiful and the Computer Museum of America (CMoA) to help give back to the planet. CMoA is holding its semi-annual tech recycling drive, hosting a tech talk and will give the community some Earth Day education. (Keep Roswell Beautiful via Facebook)
• City of Roswell, Georgia: "The City of Roswell is still looking to hire a capital improvement program division manager to help rollout the city's bond program. The CIP Division Manager will spearhead and oversee the duties of this department. Visit the city's website for more information for this open position. (City of Roswell, Georgia via Instagram)
• Roswell Police Department: The DEA's National Take Day is Saturday. If you have old, unwanted or expired prescription medication, bring it to Kroger on E. Crossville Road. The Roswell PD will collect the medication and dispose of it safely. (Roswell Police Department via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Thursday! See you tomorrow for another update.

— Jessica Griffin

About me: My name is Jessica Griffin and I am a native of Roswell, Georgia. I have been in the Roswell-Alpharetta community for over 30 years. As a native "Roswellian", I embody, participate, and support all things local. Community is at the core of all of us, and I aim to convey the collectiveness and unity that should be promoted and celebrated throughout our community. Being a mother, a writer, a student of history, and the arts are my passions.

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