🌱 Water Plant Reimbursement + Roswell Restaurants Speak + Waste Day

Hello Roswell. I'm back with your new copy of the Roswell Daily. Let's get this weekend started off right, with a quick review of the most important things happening around town. Today you'll learn about these stories and more:

• Georgia House District 53 discussion
• Fall drug takeback event
• Cornhole tournament for Polio

But first, your daily weather:

• Saturday: Mostly sunny and nice. High: 74 Low: 44.
• Sunday: Nice with plenty of sun. High: 75 Low: 48.

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Here are the top three stories in Roswell today:

1. Three local businesses in Roswell have weighed in on the conversation regarding challenges that restaurants are facing due to the rising costs of inflation and the affects of the pandemic. The owners of Big Oak Tavern, Bayou'Q Smokin' Bistreaux & Bar and The Vick on Canton in Historic Roswell, explain the barriers that have been plaguing not only their businesses, but many restaurants in the Metro Atlanta area and the nation. The most challenging obstacles faced are staffing issues, supply-chain issues, and rising food costs. "I haven't increased my prices yet but that's coming, because you have to to survive," Marcus Dickman, the owner of Bayou'Q, explained. Per a recent survey conducted by the Voice of the Restaurant Industry, 36% of restaurants reported having to increase their prices in response to inflation and 31% had to reduce their menu. These Roswell restaurateurs are constantly trying to adapt to this difficult environment and their dedication to the industry and the art, are fueling their commitment to serve the community. (11alive.com)
2. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention funds a Community Water Fluoridation Program for the entire State of Georgia. The Georgia Department of Health partners with the Georgia Rural Water Association to manage and coordinate this program. An annual inventory of water treatment facilities that uses fluoride is conducted. This inventory is used to create an annual report on fluoride usage, and gives opportunities to fund upgrades to and the construction of water plant fluoride systems. Roswell's Water Treatment Plant was visited in April by a representative of the Georgia Rural Water Association. Andy Hamby, the assistant plant manager, discussed the city’s upgraded fluoride feed system during that meeting. The association recommended that Hamby to submit the upgrade costs for possible reimbursement. Roswell has now received $21,087 to help cover the costs for construction and materials for the upgrade. The City of Roswell thanks Hamby and plant staff for this reimbursement of funds. (Paywall: ajc.com)
3. The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is conducting the National Drug Takeback campaign. The City of Roswell will participate by holding the city's Fall Drug Takeback event on October 29 at the Kroger at 570 E. Crossville Rd. in Roswell. Residents are urged to bring expired, unwanted and unused prescription medications to be collected in order to dispose the medication safely. The Roswell Police Department will oversee the collection, and reported that at the last collection day the department received 200 pounds of medication. The Roswell PD reminds residents to clean old and unused medication from your home as non-medical use of prescription drugs is the second most common form of drug abuse in the U.S. (facebook.com)

Today and tomorrow in Roswell:

Saturday, October 22

• Roswell Farmers and Artisans Market - Roswell Presbyterian Church (8:00 AM)
• State St. NEIGHBORHOOD YARD SALE - Devereux Downs (8:00 AM)
• Ticket to Paradise--Featured Film on the Big Screen at Aurora Cineplex (10:00 AM)
• Open-Hearth Cooking and Living History - Smith Plantation Home (10:00 AM)

• Psychic Fair - Eclipse Over Roswell (12:00 PM)
• Saturday Sips: Unusual Grapes (12:00 PM)
• Ball Brothers Gospel Music Concert - First Baptist Roswell (3:00 PM)
• Michael Flohr Artist Show - SOUTHERN COMFORT (6:00 PM)
• Roswell Riverside Sounds Concert Series - Riverside Park (7:00 PM)
• COWBOY MOUTH with DAVE FRANKLIN at From The Earth Back Porch (7:00 PM)
• Star-Crossed Love Concert (7:00 PM)
• RÜFÜS DU SOL SURRENDER TOUR - Ameris Bank Amphitheatre (7:30 PM)

Sunday, October 23

• Kids Gym Meetup - We Rock The Spectrum Kids Gym (1:30 PM)
• Find Joy in Your Uniqueness -Exploring the Energy/Mind/Body/Spirit Connection (2:00 PM)

• Native American Culture of the Southeast (2:00 PM)
• Fall Fun Fest 2022 - Lebanon Baptist Church (3:00 PM)
• Girl Scouts - Westchester Civic Association (3:30 PM)
• Sunday Board Game Fun Day - Caffeinated Gamers (4:00 PM)
• Music Bingo — From the Earth Brewing Company (6:30 PM)
• Roswell Ghost Tour - Roswell Visitor's Center (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Atlanta Voice: Dr. Kelly Coffman is a candidate for Georgia House District 53. This district was redrawn after the 2020 Census. This district now includes portions of Roswell, Sandy Springs and Atlanta. She outlines how her healthcare background will benefit the Georgia House. (The Atlanta Voice via Twitter)
• Roswell High School Football: "Jacob Wzientek is the EHLA Student Athlete of the Week at Roswell HS. Jacob holds a 4.0 GPA and he is a three-time varsity letterman. While playing football as an offensive lineman, Wzientek is a volunteer and does community service projects with the team. (Roswell High School Football via Facebook)
• Roswell Rotary Club: There will be a cornhole tournament at Lucky’s in Roswell on Monday October 24. Come see the tournament and help raise funds to benefit polio awareness and the eradication of polio. (Roswell Rotary Club via Facebook)

• City of Roswell, Georgia Government: Roswell Fire Chief Joe Pennino shares his video discussion on how the Bond Referendum question #2 will benefit the city's fire department and the delivery of fire services. (City of Roswell, Georgia Government via Facebook)
• City of Roswell, GA : Hazardous Waste Day is coming up on November 5. Bring gas, pesticides, motor oils and other hazardous materials to be safely disposed. You can visit the city's website for more details and a complete list of material that will be accepted.(City of Roswell, Georgia Government via Instagram)
• Atlanta Track Club: The Atlanta Track Club will be in the city on this weekend for a group run. They are meeting at Summit Coffee in Roswell this morning. The run will start at 7 AM on Atlanta St. Summit Coffee's Grand opening begins at 8 AM; the first 100 customers will get a free mug.(Atlanta Track Club via Twitter)
• City of Roswell, GA: On November 14 the Mayor & City Council Meeting will be at East Roswell Park. The meeting will also be livestreamed on the City of Roswell's Facebook and YouTube page. (City of Roswell, Georgia Government via Twitter)

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Events:

• Mayor and Council Meeting (October 24)
• Community Development & Transportation Committee Meeting (October 25)
• Bond Referendum Public Information Meeting (October 25)
• Mount Pisgah Christian School: Parent Preview Day (Grades 5-12) (October 25)
• Bond Referendum Public Information Meeting (October 26)
• Mount Pisgah Christian School Parent Preview Days (Grades JK-4th) (October 27)
• Roswell Public Safety's Trunk or Treat (October 28)
• Halloween Fun House (October 28)
• Dísco de Muertos (October 28)
• Día de Muertos Festival (October 29)
• Fall Fest at North Point Community Church (October 30)
• 90-Day Train Like a Fighter Challenge (November 1)
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Alrighty, you're all caught up for today. See you all next week 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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