🌱 No Openings At Roswell PD + Potential New Rules For Townhomes

Hi y'all! I'm back with your fresh edition of the Roswell Daily. Let's get this Saturday started off right, with a quick dive into the most important things happening in town these days. In today's issue, you'll find updates on:

• Mayor Pro Tem elected.
• Bring One for the Chipper results.
• The first N. Fulton College Fair

But first, your local weather:

• Saturday: Brilliant sunshine. High: 44 Low: 26.
• Sunday: Mostly sunny and milder. High: 54 Low: 28.

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Here are the top stories in Roswell today:

1. City council members are contemplating new requirements for townhomes are to be built. One of the changes is that garages in newly built townhomes be located in the rear of the units instead of the front. Another requirement they are considering is to decrease the number of "allowable contiguous" townhomes from eight to four. Most councilmembers say that these changes will make future townhomes more alluring than the current townhome designs in the city. Councilwoman Beeson disagrees. She believes these changes will increase housing costs and make purchases more difficult for first-time homebuyers. (Paywall: ajc.com)
2. Roswell Police recently announced that they currently have 160 officers employed in the department. There are no vacant positions among the unit. This is an excellent start to 2023. This is the first time in two decades that the Roswell PD is fully staffed. When Chief James Conroy began as Police Chief in 2019, there were numerous voids in the department. Hiring officers and retaining them was his top priority. The chief also worked to increase the salary of existing officers by 20 percent. Starting salaries were also raised by 20 percent across the board for all positions. (appenmedia.com)
3. Councilmember Christine Hall was selected to be Mayor Pro Tem of the Council by fellow councilmembers through a unanimous vote. This election was made at the recent Mayor and Council Meeting on January 10. The term of this position is one year, and she will act on the mayor's behalf in his absence. The former Mayor Pro Tem, Michael Palermo, nominated Christine Hall. Councilmember Lee Hills seconded the nomination. (roswellgov.com)

Today and tomorrow in Roswell:

Saturday, January 14

• Habitat for Humanity Ecumenical Build -Roswell Presbyterian Church (8:45 AM)
• Showing of Tom Hanks' A Man Called Otto - Aurora Cineplex (10:10 AM)
• B.Y.O.M Yoga - Gate City Brewing Company (10:30 AM)
• SHINE Extravaganza - SHINE health & wellness (11:00 AM)
• Frosty Mini Golf Tournament - The Fringe Miniature Golf at Aurora Cineplex (11:00 AM)
• Special Friends Art Class - RISE coffee & tea (12:00 PM)
• The Heart Circle Vortex - The Well of Roswell (6:00 PM)
• Parent's Night Out - The Little Yogis Roswell (6:30 PM)
• Winter Family Night Hike - Chattahoochee Nature Center (7:00 PM)
• Live Music - 40 Hz - Houck's Grille (8:00 PM)
• Justin Live - Rock N' Taco Roswell (9:30 PM)

Sunday, January 15

• Bladesmithing 101 - The Forge at Art Center West (10:00 AM)
• Community Afternoon Walk - Leita Thompson Memorial Park (2:00 PM)
• Yin Yoga - Many Paths Wellness (4:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Keep Roswell Beautiful: The Bring One for the Chipper event earlier this month was a huge success. Volunteers at both Roswell Home Depot locations collected and recycled more than 600 trees. These trees will be repurposed and turned into mulch. (Keep Roswell Beautiful via Facebook)
• Roswell High School: The first North Fulton College Fair will be held at Roswell High School on Monday, January 30. There will be college, career, and military representatives in attendance. All North Fulton County high schools and students are invited to attend. (Roswell High Scholl via Twitter)
• City of Roswell, Georgia Government: In observance of the 40th annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Day on January 16, all city offices will be closed. This day is not only to celebrate the life and work of Martin Luther King, Jr., but also to embrace community and diversity. This is a day for community service. Sanitation pick-up schedules will continue as usual. (City of Roswell, Georgia Government via Facebook)

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• Sweet Apple Farmers and Artisans Market (January 19)
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• Hartford Family Winery Wine Dinner with BBQ Yinka (January 19)
• Couples Event at Roswell Presbyterian Church (January 21)
• Vibha Youth Lohri event at Hembree Park (January 21)
• Music Bingo - From the Earth Brewing (January 22)
• Gate City Annual Chili Cook Off (January 22)
• Starlab at Chattahoochee Nature Center (January 22)
• Rugby Pre-Season Kickoff & Media Day (January 28)
• 2023 Atlanta Strength Summit (February 2)
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That's it for today! I'll see you around.

— 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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