🌱 PCID Transportation Projects + Fulton Co. Voting + Mariah Carey Home

Good morning, Sandy Springs! I am your host Patrick Murray here with 3 headlines to kick off your Sunday!

First, today's weather:

Showers and thunderstorm with a high of 83 and a low of 66.

Here are the top stories in Sandy Springs today:

1. The Perimeter Community Improvement Districts (PCID) is considering providing up t0 $15.2 million for nine transportations projects in Sandy Springs. The self-taxing organization has either agreed, or is strongly considering funding each of these proposed projects. The first project will include the construction of a multi-use trail on Mount Vernon Road, from Abernathy to Barfield. (Reporter Newspapers)
2. Voters will decide who will fill three seats on the Fulton County Commission this cycle. The current race features two incumbents and one open seat in a hotly contested race. (PAYWALL: The Atlanta Journal Constitution)
3. Award-winning artist Mariah Carey has purchased a $5.5 million, 16,600 square foot home in Sandy Springs. The six-bedroom mansion on behalf of the singer by The Mirage Real Estate Trust. The colonial-style home features six bedrooms, and five full bathrooms to go along with a pool and tennis court. (11 Alive)

Today in Sandy Springs:

• National Kids to Parks Day! (11 a.m.)

From my notebook:

• The 45th Atlanta Jazz Festival is set for Memorial Day weekend. (On Common Ground News)

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Thanks for following along and staying informed. See you all tomorrow for another update!

— Patrick Murray

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