🌱Proposed Parking Deck +Self Storage Units + Black Bear Spotted

Good morning, Roswell! It's me, Jessica Griffin, your host of the Roswell Daily. Let's get this week started off right, with a quick guide to everything you need to know about what's going on these days in town.

First, today's weather:

A t-storm around in the p.m.. High: 87 Low: 72.

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Here are the top three stories in Roswell today:

1. Trying to find parking in downtown Roswell can be pretty hectic and at times, parking is non-existent. In November residents of Roswell will have a chance to improve this issue. One of the three bond referendums that are to be voted upon in November will be to build a new parking deck in the downtown area. Voters will decide if they would like to build a parking deck downtown and if they would like to pay for the $20 million project with taxpayer money. (wsbtv.com)
2. Roswell City Council agreed to amend specific language in the Unified Development Code in reference to self-service storage use. This change will replace the term of "permitted use" to "limited use" for self- service storage usage in the industrial light zoning districts. The updated language in the code specifically details the changes that reflect limited use for storage facilities in Roswell. ( The Atlanta Journal Constitution)
3. A black bear was cited in roaming in several areas in Alpharetta. Police received several calls regarding bear sightings in different neighborhoods off Highway 9. The Alpharetta Department of Public Safety said, according to the sightings, the bear is moving south. Residents are advised to be extremely cautious. (sports.yahoo.com)

Today in Roswell:

• City Council Work Session-Bond Project Discussion (5 p.m.)
• City Council Meeting (7 p.m.)
• Yu-Gi-Oh! Mondays (7:30 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Roswell PD Fall CPA Session: Roswell PD announced that they still have 10 open spots for the Fall Citizens' Police Academy. The fall session will last for 10 weeks. They are accepting applications. (twitter.com)
• Blood Drive at Aurora Cineplex: The Roswell Visitors Center announced that LifeSouth Community Blood Centers will host a blood drive at the Aurora Cineplex. They will gift donors a $ 20 eGift Card, a recognition item, and a free cholesterol screening. (visitroswellga.com)
• Celebration! Music For Joyous Occasions: On Sunday July 24, Roswell United Methodist Church hosted the Michael O'Neal Summer Singers. This 100 voice ensemble performed music in honor of coronations, birthdays, and other celebrations. (www.mosingers.com)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Monday! I'll see you back in your inbox tomorrow with a new 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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