Dunwoody City Council Agenda for Monday May 9, 2022 (City Manager Report, Restroom at Waterford Park, Summer School Program)

DUNWOODY CITY COUNCIL MEETING
May 9, 2022    6:00 PM
4800 ASHFORD DUNWOODY ROAD
DUNWOODY, GA 30338

Agenda - City Site Agenda

City Council meetings are live-streamed on the City of Dunwoody’s Facebook page.

They are also available for viewing (no two way communication) on Zoom,
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You can access the video after the meeting on the City of Dunwoody’s YouTube page.

Invocation  

Public comments - in person 3 min each / 30 min max with additional at end of meeting if needed.

City Manager's Report (Eric Linton)

Contract Approval for the Installation of a Restroom Facility at Waterford Park

American Rescue Plan – Grant for After School Programs – Summer 2022

Amendment to the Public Art Ordinance

•  In other news - Happy Mother's Day! 

Take Mom to the Dunwoody Art Festival on Dunwoody Village Parkway from 10 am to 5 pm on Sunday!

 

Dunwoody Art Festival is a Mother's Day Tradition happening this weekend in the Village.

Dunwoody Art Festival

A Mother’s Day tradition in the City of Dunwoody, the crowd-pleasing Dunwoody Art Festival will celebrate its tenth dazzling show on May 11, 2019 from 10AM to 6PM and May 12 from 10AM to 5PM. It's Rain or Shine and admission is Free!

A fun-filled Kidz Zone will await youngsters with great rides, sand art, imaginative crafts, and games.

A relaxing stage with continuous live music will be located in the NEW Festival Food Court (right in the heart of the Event) alongside the artist market in a shade-filled lot (next to the Renasant Bank). Check back for the most updated entertainment schedule. Sit down and relax before setting out again in search for that “gotta have it” piece of art. There truly is something for everyone at Dunwoody Art Festival!

Parking/Transportation - Free parking and shuttles are available at the City of Dunwoody building, 4800 Ashford Dunwoody Road and at the Crown Building, 4828 Ashford Dunwoody Road. Shuttles run regularly from Saturday at 9:45AM until 6:30PM and Sunday from 9:45PM to 5:30PM. Look for the "Art Festival Parking" signs.

Parking for those with disabilities - Parking for visitors with motor scooters or wheelchairs is available in the Dunwoody Village shopping center, next to Starbucks and Smoothie King. Look for the Handicapped parking signs.

Festival Cuisine: Join us in the new outdoor festival cafe between Renasant Bank and Fidelity Bank on Dunwoody Village Parkway. A variety of choices will be available including Philly steak, steak and chicken pitas, Greek gyros and salads, Polish and Italian sausage, fish and shrimp basket, fish and grits, shrimp and grits, footlong corndogs, hotdogs, blooming onions, quesadillas, funnel cake, fried Oreos, fried pickles, Baja bowl & Greek bowl, crab cake sandwiches and platters with Coleslaw and chips, cream of crab soup, chimney cakes and ice cream chimney cones in a variety of flavors, savory and sweet crepes, hot coffee, French vanilla frozen coffee, iced coffee, mocha frappe, espresso, smoothies, frozen lemonade, frozen cheesecake dipped in chocolate, frozen banana dipped in chocolate and chocolate covered strawberries. Beer, wine, water, soft drinks will also be available.

City update by Dunwoody Mayor Denis Shortal - Food Truck Thursday's at Brook Run kick off tonight.

Greetings my fellow citizens … the following are some items of interest …

1. Food Truck Thursday … The first Food Truck Thursday of 2019 is tonight, May 2. This is a big one! We will be celebrating our 10th anniversary as a city. The times are 5 - 9 PM and the weather is forecast to be beautiful. So, bring the whole Family, your chairs/blankets and aptitude for good food and a fun time and come on over. Our water feature will also be running for the little ones to enjoy plus there will be a few other surprises. Music is by the Tribute and they will sound a lot like the Allman Brothers. Don’t miss this one!

2. Stage Door Players (SDP) … Proudly presents “Murder in the Vineyard” a Murder Mystery Dinner this Saturday at the Donaldson-Bannister Farm from 6:30 - 10 PM. The Farm is located at the intersection of  Chamblee Dunwoody Rd and Vermack Rd. Yes, you can be part of the detective group in this event which will be led by our own SDP Artistic Director Robert Egizio. 2018 Dunwoody Idol winner Josie James will entertain during the cocktail hour and the catering is by Dunwoody's Marlowe’s Tavern. For tickets call 770-396-1726 Ext 5 or click here Murder in the Vineyard Tickets. All funds go to support the SDP Arts. For you dudes still looking for a Mother’s Day gift there is a raffle item you will not want to miss out on.

3. Dunwoody Farmer’s Market … Annual “Grand Opening” will be this Saturday, May 4, at Brook Run Park. Hours are 8:30 AM - 1200 PM. Speaking on markets, Nel’s fruit and vegetable stand had its annual opening last week. It is located next to Chick-fil-A on Jett Ferry Rd. It is open Monday thru Saturday. 

4. Paving … the 2019 paving is moving along smartly … we have 30 of the 57 streets on this years paving list already paved. There will be a lull in our paving until about mid-June when we will finish the rest of the streets. 

5. Sink Holes … We have had a few sink holes lately. The causes are various. If you see one during normal working report it immediately to our Public Works Dept. at 678-382-6800. If it happens during non-working hours report it via our Public Works emergency Ph # 678-382-6850. 

6. Security … I have mentioned this several times. Please don’t leave anything of value in view in your car. If you do you’re going to become a statistic. Remember it takes the bad guys less than 15 seconds to break into your car. Ladies, when you are shopping, DO NOT leave your purse and/or wallet in your shopping cart as you shop. If you do, sooner or later you will become a statistic. Vigilance is required to prevent these things happening to you or a family member, friend, etc..

7. Brook Run Park … The park is open and will remain open but major construction enhancements are in progress. With good weather, we hope to have the construction complete by DEC 31, 2019. We have completed the resurfacing of the playground in Brook Run Park so the kids can play at Food Trucks tonight. 

8. Stream Clean-up … The stream clean-up on APR 13 was a success but we could have used more volunteers. We started at the new trail bridge over Nancy Creek and finish at I-285. We picked up two truckloads of trash of all shapes and sizes. Thanks to all those that volunteered!

9. Lemonade Days and Monarchs and Margaritas … Both of these events were huge successes and are outstanding examples of community spirit building events. All the funds raised go directly into enhancing the Donaldson-Bannister Farm from Lemonade Days and Dunwoody Nature Center from Monarchs and Margaritas. Thanks to the folks at Dunwoody Preservation Trust for running Lemonade Days and the folks at Dunwoody Nature Center for running Monarchs and Margaritas. Thanks to everyone who came and enjoyed themselves. If you missed it this year next year don’t miss Dunwoody Idol … you will see some real talented young singers. Who needs America Idol when we have Dunwoody Idol in our own park!

10. Dunwoody Arts Festival … This popular event will be on May 11 and 12 in Dunwoody Village. 

11. I have to run … more in a few days. Please pass this on to your friends, neighbors and members of your HOA. If anyone wants to be added to my email list just let me know. Thanks for all each of you do to make us a city with a family atmosphere. Let’s all work to create the mutual respect that everyone deserves! See you around town! 

Let Us Continue to Build Our City Together!

Denny Shortal 

Mayor of Dunwoody

C 678-246-9006

Dunwoody 4th of July t-shirts available at Art Festival today & online.

Happy Mother's Day to everyone and I hope your day is filled with joy from all the people who love you!

Yesterday I took my lovely bride and the mother of my three boys to the Dunwoody Art's Festival to buy various trinkets that caught her fancy and one of our stops was to talk to the girls of Dunwoody Outfitters who now have Dunwoody 4th of July t-shirts on sale.  The Art's Festival will still be happening in full force today until 5 p.m. and girls are stationed near the shuttle bus pick up, in front of the Press Blend Squeeze juice and sandwich shop, so if you are interested in buying a shirt to support these young entrepreneurs, please stop by.

I know what I will be wearing in the State's Largest 4th of July Parade, maybe you can join me?

Dunwoody Art Festival this weekend along Dunwoody Village Parkway

Saturday May 12, 2018 from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Sunday May 13 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

A Mother's Day tradition in the City of Dunwoody, the crowd-pleasing Dunwoody Art Festival will celebrate its eighth dazzling show on May 12, 2018 from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and May 13 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

In 2017, Dunwoody Art Festival drew a remarkable crowd of more than 50,000 happy grandmothers, moms, children, and of course, lots of dads too! Bestowed the trophy for the "Best New Event of 2010" by the Southeast Festivals and Events Association, Dunwoody Art Festival continues to attract the top artisans from across the country. Along with the partnership of the Dunwoody Crier, incredible community volunteers and the Dunwoody Rotary Club, Dunwoody Art Festival is a must-see!

A fun-filled Kidz Zone will await youngsters with great rides, sand art, imaginative crafts and games. A relaxing stage with continuous live music will be located in the festival cuisine area and will join Village Burger and other great eats from neighborhood restaurants. Sit down and relax before setting out again in search for that "gotta have it" piece of art. There truly is something for everyone at Dunwoody Art Festival!

Admission - FREE 

Parking/Transportation  - Free parking and shuttles are available at the City of Dunwoody building, 4800 Ashford Dunwoody Road and at the Crown Building, 4828 Ashford Dunwoody Road. Shuttles run regularly from Saturday at 9:45AM until 6:30PM and Sunday from 9:45PM to 5:30PM. Look for the "Art Festival Parking" signs.

Parking for those with disabilities  -  Parking for visitors with motor scooters or wheelchairs is available in the Dunwoody Village shopping center, next to Starbucks and Smoothie King. Look for the Handicapped parking signs.

Dunwoody Art Festival 2016 - this weekend - has something for everyone.

Location
Join us on the picturesque stretch of Dunwoody Village Parkway between Mt. Vernon Road and Jiffy Lube on Dunwoody Village Parkway. This street will be closed to thru traffic from 3AM Saturday, May 7 through 10PM Sunday May 8. In your GPS enter 1449 Dunwoody Village Parkway for the Festival site or 5067 Chamblee Dunwoody Road for the free parking and shuttle location. Or, Click Here for a Google map.
This event will go on rain or shine.

Admission is FREE

Festival Hours
Saturday, May 7, 10AM to 7PM, Sunday May 8, 10AM to 5PM.

Besides Art, there will be music, children's activities and plenty of food.

Parking/Transportation
Free parking and shuttle are available at the satellite lot located Calvary Church of Atlanta, 5067 Chamblee Dunwoody Road. Shuttles run regularly between Dunwoody Art Festival and Calvary Church. Look for the “Festival Parking” signs. Hours for the shuttle are Saturday from 10AM to 7PM and Sunday from 11AM to 6PM.

Parking for those with disabilities
Parking for visitors with motor scooters or wheelchairs is available in the Dunwoody Village shopping center, next to Starbucks and Smoothie King.  Look for the Handicapped parking signs.

Dunwoody Art Festival 2015 - A Mother’s Day tradition this Saturday and Sunday

A Mother’s Day tradition in the City of Dunwoody, the crowd-pleasing Dunwoody Art Festival is on the move to Dunwoody Village Parkway and will celebrate its sixth dazzling show on May 9 and 10, 2015. It's Rain or Shine on May 9 from 10am to 6pm, and May 10 from 11am to 5pm.
 
Parking/Transportation
Free parking and shuttle are available at the satellite lot located Calvary Church of Atlanta, 5067 Chamblee Dunwoody Road. Shuttles run regularly between Dunwoody Art Festival and Calvary Church. Look for the “Festival Parking” signs. Hours for the shuttle are Saturday from 10AM to 7PM and Sunday from 11AM to 6PM.

Parking for those with disabilities
Parking for visitors with motor scooters or wheelchairs is available in the Dunwoody Village shopping center, next to Starbucks and Smoothie King.  Look for the Handicapped parking signs.

 http://dunwoodyartfestival.splashfestivals.com

Celebrate Mother's Day at the Dunwoody Art Festival - Live Music & Kids Area too.

http://dunwoodyartfestival.splashfestivals.com

A Mother’s Day tradition in the City of Dunwoody, the crowd-pleasing Dunwoody Art Festival will happen Rain or Shine and will celebrate its fifth dazzling show on May 10 and 11, 2014.

In 2013, Dunwoody Art Festival drew a remarkable crowd of more than 70,000 happy grandmothers, moms, children, and of course, lots of dads too! The picturesque stretch of Chamblee Dunwoody Road across from Dunwoody Village transforms into a whimsical artist market, and the normally traffic-lined street becomes a shoppers’ paradise. Bestowed the trophy for the “Best New Event of 2010” by the Southeast Festivals and Events Association, Dunwoody Art Festival continues to attract the top artisans from across the country. Along with the partnership of the Dunwoody Crier, incredible community volunteers and the Dunwoody Rotary Club, Dunwoody Art Festival is a must-see!

Along with the creative artist market, a fun-filled Kidz Zone awaits youngsters with great rides, sand art, imaginative crafts and games with the help from local favorite, the Purple Hippo Art Studio. A relaxing stage with continuous live music also offers festivalgoers a chance to unwind and relax before setting out again in search for that “gotta have it” piece of art. Dunwoody Art Festival also boasts a yummy food court with great eats from neighborhood restaurants, to that tasty funnel cake maker. There truly is something for everyone at Dunwoody Art Festival!

Location
Join us on the picturesque stretch of Chamblee Dunwoody Road between Mt. Vernon Road and Dunwoody Village Parkway. This street will be closed to thru traffic from 2AM Saturday, May 10 through 10PM Sunday May 11. In your GPS enter 5506 Chamblee Dunwoody Road.

This event will go on rain or shine.

Admission
FREE

Festival Hours
Saturday, May 10, 10AM to 6PM, Sunday, 12:30PM to 5PM.

Pets
We are a pet friendly festival. All pets must have their owners on a leash.

Parking/Transportation
Free parking and shuttle are available at the satellite lot located at 200 Ashford Pkwy. Shuttles run regularly between Dunwoody Art Festival and 200 Ashford Pkwy. Look for the “Festival Parking” signs. Hours for the shuttle are Saturday from 10AM to 7PM and Sunday from 11AM to 6PM.

Parking for those with disabilities
Parking for visitors with motor scooters or wheelchairs is available in the Dunwoody Village shopping center, on the side of Walgreens.  Look for the Handicapped parking signs.

A Report from Terry Nall Dunwoody City Council (At Large)

If you find this email to be of interest, please forward it to your friends and neighbors. If you received a forwarded copy and wish to subscribe directly, please email me at terry.nall@dunwoodyga.gov.

Traffic Alert for Dunwoody Village Area Dunwoody Arts Festival is this Saturday-Sunday, May 10-11 in Dunwoody Village. Chamblee-Dunwoody Road will be closed to through traffic from Mt. Vernon Road and the area near Publix and Mellow Mushroom.  Through traffic will be diverted onto Dunwoody Village Parkway, which is under construction.  If you're in the area, please drive carefully along Dunwoody Village Parkway or make alternative travel arrangements.  Summer Paving Approved City Council approved the initial contract for 2014 paving.  The streets include: Bourdeau Court from Verdon Drive to End Chamblee-Dunwoody Road (patching only) from Cotillion Drive to Cambridge Drive Chamblee-Dunwoody Road (crack sealing as needed) from Roberts Drive to Spalding Drive  Cherring Drive from Peeler Road to Tilly Mill Road Cherring Lane from Peeler Road to Cherring Drive Front Royal Court from Luray Drive to End Luray Court from Luray Drive to End Perimeter Center Place from Perimeter Center West to Meadow Lane Road Tamassee Court from North Peachtree Road to End Verdon Court from Verdon Drive to End Vermack Ridge from Vermack Road to End The above list is only an initial start for paving.  We have other streets scheduled for paving this year, once DeKalb County completes its water pipe replacement. Pedestrian Safety Action Plan The Public Works Department recently completed the pedestrian safety study funded by City Council.  The final report has been posted on the city website at: www.dunwoodyga.gov/Departments/Public_Works/Pedestrian_Safety_Action_Plan.aspx  The study looked at all of the existing crosswalks in the city that are not already protected by a stop sign or traffic signal and a few potential new locations.  The city also met with "Safe Routes to School" representatives at each elementary school.  The report summarizes the findings and provides a prioritized list of recommendations to improve pedestrian safety at these unprotected crossings.  Some of the recommendations can be implemented through the city's normal maintenance budget.  For the higher cost improvements, our intent is to seek capital funding and will be discussed at the June 9 City Council meeting. I fully support the pedestrian safety improvements, as public safety (in its many forms) is one of the reasons we exist as a city.    Demolition Underway at Brook Run Park The demolition of the unused one-story administration building near the front gate of Brook Run Park is currently underway.  The broken tennis courts will also be removed as part of this demolition and the pervious surface will be restored. Please be careful in these areas of Brook Run Park. Public Meeting for Proposed Perimeter Park @ Dunwoody MARTA Station The Perimeter Community Improvement District (PCID) is hosting another public information meeting to gather public feedback for its proposed new park in partnership with the city: The Perimeter Park @ Dunwoody MARTA Station.  The meeting is Thursday, May 29 at 6:00 p.m. in City Council Chambers at City Hall   Town Hall Meeting for District 3 The next Dunwoody Town Hall Meeting is Thursday, May 29 at 7:00-9:00 p.m. at Dunwoody North Driving Club, 4522 Kingsgate Drive in District 3.  This is your chance to participate in conversation focused on community issues and topics selected by citizens.  Visit www.ConnectDunwoody.com  to advise what topics and issues you would like to have discussed. We look forward to seeing you there!    Upcoming City Council Meetings  Monday, May 12 Tuesday, May 27 (Tuesday meeting is due to Memorial Day holiday) Monday, June 9 Tuesday, June 24 (Tuesday meeting is due to key staff and Council members attending training event through Monday) Work Session begins at 6:00 p.m. and is followed by Regular Session at 7:00 p.m.  Location is the Council Chambers at City Hall:  41 Perimeter Center East, Suite 103.  All meetings are open to the public.  Come see your government in action! If you have input or suggestions on these or other city topics, please contact me. Also, I am available and delighted to present to organizations, church groups, neighborhood associations, etc. - please never hesitate to contact me to schedule.

Terry Nall Dunwoody City Council (At Large) Email: terry.nall@dunwoodyga.gov

Video of Dunwoody City Council Meeting and Legislative Town Hall of March 10, 2014

City Council Video of March 10

Video

March 10, 2014 Representative Mike Jacobs and Senator Fran Millar Town Hall

Dunwoody Art Festival has something for everyone this weekend.

Location
Join us on the picturesque stretch of Chamblee Dunwoody Road between Mt. Vernon Road and Dunwoody Village Parkway. This street will be closed to thru traffic from 2AM Saturday, May 11 through 10PM Sunday May 12. In your GPS enter 5506 Chamblee Dunwoody Road.

This event will go on rain or shine.

Admission
FREE

Festival Hours
Saturday, May 12, 10AM to 6PM, Sunday, 12:30PM to 5PM.

Kidz Zone located next to the Bank of North Georgia. Filled with incredible inflatables, slides and high-flying rides, the hopping hangout is the perfect spot for children of all ages. The fabulous Purple Hippo hosts a creative sand art station and a “paint your own pottery” table, which is always an imaginative destination. Face painting and lots of surprises and goodies are always waiting for energetic youngsters.

Pets
We are a pet friendly festival. All pets must have their owners on a leash.

Parking/Transportation
Free parking and shuttle are available at the satellite lot located at 200 Ashford Pkwy. Shuttles run regularly between Dunwoody Art Festival and 200 Ashford Pkwy. Look for the “Festival Parking” signs. Hours for the shuttle are Saturday from 10AM to 7PM and Sunday from 11AM to 6PM.

Parking for those with disabilities
Parking for visitors with motor scooters or wheelchairs is available in the Dunwoody Village shopping center, on the side of Walgreens.  Look for the Handicapped parking signs.



Festival AmenitiesTo ensure your time at Dunwoody Art Festival is enjoyable, we offer the following services for our guests:

• ATMs: ATMs are available at Bank of North Georgia and Piedmont Bank.
• FIRST AID: First Aid is located at the Dunwoody Art Festival Headquarters booth in front of Bank of North Georgia.  If you are unable to get to the First Aid station, please find a Dunwoody Art Festival staff member to assist you.
• LOST & FOUND: Lost and Found is located at the Dunwoody Art Festival Headquarters booth in front of Bank of North Georgia.
• RESTROOMS: Happy Can is proud to be this year’s portable restroom vendor. Please visit www.happycan.org for more information. Restrooms will be available near the Food Court.

It is a Splash Festivals, Inc. policy that all exhibitors and vendors must show proper credentials and be pre-registered.  Politicians, political, or religious groups will not be allowed to distribute literature during this two-day event.

Volunteers needed for Dunwoody Art Festival - May 11-13

Lots of fun positions available - check it out below.

Adult Volunteer Sign Up

http://splashfestivals.ivolunteer.com/2012dunwoodyartfestival

Teenager & Scout Volunteer Sign Up

http://splashfestivals.ivolunteer.com/2012dunwoodyartfestivalstudent

More Info

Name:	2012 Dunwoody Art Festival
Date:	Fri, May 11 2012 to Sun, May 13 2012
Location:	5506 Chamblee Dunwoody Road, Dunwoody, GA 30338 (map)
Contact Name:	Carol Gage
Contact Email:	dunwoodyartfestival@gmail.com
Contact Phone:	404-376-3963

Agenda for the March 26th Dunwoody City Council Meeting

Monday, March 26th
Dunwoody City Hall
41 Perimeter Center East

Dunwoody, GA 30346

6:00 p.m. - Work Agenda (Exec Session?)
7:00 p.m. - Voting Agenda
Watch Live at 7 pm

Agenda

The twelve items below are on the consent agenda as there seemed to be consensus of support for these items from most council members at the last work session.  These will be voted enmass unless a council member requests an item to be pulled off for questions or a separate vote.

1. Award of Contract for 2012 Sidewalk Design to The LPA Group, Inc.
2. Approval of 2011 Paving Contract Modification.
3. Resolution Appointing Members to Serve on the City of Dunwoody Sustainability Commission.
4. Resolution Adopting and Approving Geographic Information System (GIS) Bulk Data Fees.
5. Approval of Art Festival Special Event Signage Request.
6. Approval of Sprint for Cancer Special Event Signage Request.
7. Starbucks at Ravinia Waiver to Development Standards from Section 16-488.
8. 2012 Planning & Zoning, Mayor and Council, and Zoning Board of Appeals Calendar.
9. SECOND READ: Ordinance Amending Chapter 8, Buildings and Building Regulations re:Annual Building Code Update.
10. SECOND READ: Ordinance to Amend Budget for the Year Ending December 31, 2011.
11. Resolution to Amend City Council Rules and Procedures for City Council Meetings.
12. Resolution Appointing Members to Serve on City of Dunwoody Board of Ethics.

Last minute contract negotiations resulted in better terms therefore a formal rescission and modification is being made to the hospital contract.

Public Hearing & Action Item: To Rescind City Council Action on March 12, 2012 Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Modification of the Real Estate Purchase Contract for the 19 Acre Dunwoody Emory Hospital Site.

Public Hearing & Action Item: Authorize the City Manager to Execute a Modification of the Real Estate PurchaseContract for the 19 Acre Dunwoody Emory Hospital Site.

Award of Contract for Ridgelock Court Stormwater Project to Blount Construction Company, Inc

Public Hearing & Resolution Naming the Street that Bisects Harris Circle.

The item below is to allow Growlers - packaged tap beer.  I plan to do some research here.

SECOND READ: Ordinance Amending to Chapter 4 of the City of Dunwoody Code of Ordinances by Authorizing an Exception to the Full-Service Kitchen Requirements for RetailConsumption Licensees.

Discussion of Urban Redevelopment Plan for Project Renaissance: A New Georgetown.

FIRST READ: Ordinance Amending Chapter 16, Section 16-86 of the Land Development CodeRelated to Grading.

Video from the Dunwoody City Council Meeting of March 12th

Video pt 1

Video pt 2

Recap, this was a work session were there were no real votes taking place but it was the first time Council could comment publicly on the new Georgetown Plan.  Besides that, we discussed the Tilly Mill / North Peachtree intersection, and 14 different things including a possible change to the alcohol ordinance to allow "Growlers" (Gallons of beer served to go from a tap) to be sold.  Unintended consequences was the big issue on this item and it needs to be crafted carefully so to protect the community from opening a loophole for establishments that were not intended.

Happy Mother's Day

Ladies, leave hubby in charge this afternoon and go spend some time away wandering the Dunwoody Art Fest.  He promises to have dinner ready at 6.

Art Festival is open Sunday from 12:30PM to 6PM

Chamblee Dunwoody Road between Mt. Vernon Road and Dunwoody Village Parkway

Dunwoody Art Festival needs volunteers - May 7 and 8

Volunteer, click here

Plans for Dunwoody Art Festival 2011 are in full swing.  The Festival will be Mother’s Day weekend, May 7 & 8.  This year, we’re hosting 180 local, regional and national artisans who create fun and whimsical work.

Looking toward this year’s Festival, we can’t help but remember the success of last year’s event.  Volunteers were certainly one of the big reasons that Dunwoody Art Festival was just named “Best New Event” by the Southeast Festivals and Events Association. The Mother’s Day show picked up the gold medal among festivals from Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia.  We truly feel we won this prestigious honor because of all of you – our wonderful volunteers who helped present this colorful and whimsical show to the Dunwoody community. Without your support and generosity, the Festival would not have reached this level of success.  We share this award with you!

 Get Your Free T-shirt
Dunwoody Crier readers voted and decided that the whimsical owl by Karen Fincannon will grace the front of the official Dunwoody Art Festival t-shirt.  All volunteers will receive one of these colorful shirts, which they will wear during their volunteer shifts at the event.

Chamblee Dunwoody Road will close between Mt. Vernon Road and Dunwoody Village Parkway and will be transformed into Main St. with thousands of visitors and volunteers.  We hope to see you there!

Win Gift Certificates To Our Fabulous Dunwoody Restaurants
Over 350 volunteers are needed to produce this fun and exciting event that Dunwoody friends and neighbors can call their own. As a thank-you, we’re having a weekly drawing for a $25 gift certificate from some of our local restaurants. Three lucky volunteers will each win one of these treats every week.  To win, you must be signed up to volunteer:
- There is no limit on the number of times you can win.
- The more positions you sign up for, the more chances you have to win.
- The earlier you sign up, the greater the chances you have of winning.
- Winners will be drawn each Wednesday through May 4 and will be announced weekly.
- Winners may pick up their gift certificates during the Festival at the Volunteer Check-in tent
Thank you for your wonderful show of community spirit in the great City of Dunwoody.  If you have any questions regarding volunteering, please feel free to contact me at DunwoodyArtFestival@gmail.com.

Kathy Koenigsberg
Volunteer Chairman

Dunwoody City Council to discuss master plans on Parks, Transportation, Dunwoody Village & Georgetown on Monday March 14th

Monday, March 14th
Dunwoody City Hall
41 Perimeter Center East

Dunwoody, GA 30346

Work Session at 7:00 p.m.
Watch Live

Work Session Agenda and Full Packet from City

• Introduction of Ukrainian Legislators.
• Discussion of the Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan. Large File
• Discussion of Citywide Transportation Plan. Large File
• Discussion of Dunwoody Village Master Plan. Large File
• Discussion of the Georgetown / North Shallowford Master Plan. Large File
• Discussion of E911 Consultant.  
• Discussion of E911. 
• Amended Budget for the Year Ending December 31, 2011.
• Discussion of Art Festival Special Event Signage Request.
• Discussion of Rezoning Application for 5528 Chamblee Dunwoody Road.
• Discussion of 2011 Capital Sidewalk Construction.
• Discussion of Special Event Sponsorship.
• Discussion of Brook Run Skate Park Concessionaire Contract Award.

Agenda for May 24, Dunwoody City Council Meeting

Monday, May 24th
Dunwoody City Hall
41 Perimeter Center East

Dunwoody, GA 30346
7:00 p.m. - Watch Live

Work Session Agenda at 6 pm

• Review of May 24, 2010 City Council Meeting agenda.
• Contract with Atlanta Regional Commission for LCI grant for Dunwoody Village.

Voting Meeting Agenda at 7 pm

Administration of Oath of Office to Council Member-Elect Doug Thompson.
Administration of Oath of Office to Officer Chris Forman.

Public Hearing: for the codification of Chapter 21, Signs, and Chapter 27, Zoning, of the City of Dunwoody Code of Ordinances.

SECOND READ – Ordinance to adopt City of Dunwoody Code of Ordinances.

SECOND READ – Ordinance to amend Chapter 21, Signs, and Chapter 27, Zoning, Article III, Overlay District Regulations, §3C-13, Regulations.

• Sign Committee edit of Chap 21 Signs
• Sign Committee edit of Chap 27 Signs in Dunwoody Village

Public Hearing: Amendment of Zoning Classification of 121 Perimeter Center Parkway (RZ 10-041) from OI to OCR.

SECOND READ – Ordinance to amend the Zoning Classification of 121 Perimeter Center Parkway (RZ 10-041) from OI to OCR.

Public Hearing: Authorization of a Special Land Use Permit at 121 Perimeter Center Parkway (SLUP 10-041) to exceed two-story height limit to allow for existing three-story office building.

SECOND READ – Ordinance to authorize a Special Land Use Permit to 121 Perimeter Center Parkway (SLUP 10-041) to exceed two-story height limit to allow for existing three-story office building.

SECOND READ – Ordinance to amend Chapter 16 Offenses and Violations re: Noise.

Brook Run Conservancy overview by Bill McCahan.

Art Festival Update.

Public Hearing - City of Dunwoody 2030 Comprehensive Plan.

• Heneghan suggestions to Perimeter Center which missed deadline for publication, prior blog on issue.

Public Hearing & First Read - Ordinance to adopt the proposed 2010 Millage Rate.

Resolution to appoint members to the Sustainability Commission (Sean Doughtie, Anne Hicks, Elizabeth Hudson).

Contract with Atlanta Regional Commission for Livable Centers Initiative grant for Dunwoody Village.

Executive Session - for the purposes of legal, real estate, and personnel discussions.

Dunwoody City Council - long meeting / short update

Dunwoody City Council work session started at 7 and executive session ended around 11:15, so it was a long evening.

Key updates - upset to learn that my video failed about 50 minutes into the recording but here is the start of the meeting. I do know that people (including Chris Pike the City Finance Director) were watching online for some if not all of the session.  I am really looking forward to someday having the City take over the recording and streaming video of all meetings with a possible replay on Comcast.  (I'm told that day is coming but it can't get here fast enough for me.)  I would also love to have the streaming video of all Community Council, Planning Commission and ZBA meetings but we will wait to see what the city staff recommends.

Doug Thompson qualified on Monday for the district three City Council seat and I'm interested in seeing if anyone else will step forward.  Someone said I scared off anyone who was semi-interested with my blog from yesterday and my reply was if they were only semi-interested then they shouldn't be applying.

Was told that Gov Sonny Perdue signed HB203 into law on Friday allowing the transfer of parks and bond money to Dunwoody. Expect conversations between the city and residents regarding Dunwoody's park and recreation priorities to begin soon.  Expect a fight with the County over the funds promised to Brook Run.  My first priority for the parks is the safety of the facilities and I was reassured that this is also a priority of the staff once we take over.

Was told that our Safe Routes to Schools grant application that the City and Kingsley Charter Elementary School submitted when the city was less than 30 days old was just approved and it may mean up to $460,000 in capital improvements around the school; i.e. sidewalks.  Look at our original application.

In other Safe Routes to Schools news, the next time you drive down Peachford near Peachtree Charter Middle School; take a look at the new ADA ramps that now line the street.  Perfect for strollers, little kids on bikes, wheelchairs and those who can't deal with the curbs.

The city's first quarter financial statement looks good and on track.

Improved 911 services could cost the city up to an additional $500,000 to switch to a flat fee service offered by John's Creek and Sandy Springs.  Starting our own, could cost even more?

The Dunwoody Comprehensive Land Use Plan was to be discussed but there wasn't the time available to do it justice therefore Council will have a special called meeting for next Monday to discuss just that.

Maybe it's just me but I don't understand the passion that some members of the community have over signs.  I missed last meeting where the issue was discussed for two hours and will need to listen to that prior to next meeting where I will be voting on the issue.  Tonight's discussion regarding the Art Festival Signs seemed silly to me and would have been completely mute if we the City Co-Sponsored the event as I now believe we should have.  That being said, I am interested in hearing from the business community adjacent to the festival as to their personal financial success at the event.  Everything I saw and heard from the event was positive but am looking forward to a full analysis.  I do know that my family really enjoyed the event.

Treat Mom and the entire Family to the Dunwoody Arts Festival

Dunwoody Village
Sunday, 12:30PM to 6PM.

http://dunwoodyartfestival.com

The Festival had an estimated 30,000 visitors on Saturday and there is something for everyone there including Live bands and a dedicated children's area.  Don"t miss it.

Parking/Transportation

Free parking and shuttle are available at the satellite lot located at 200 Ashford Pkwy. Shuttles run regularly between Dunwoody Art Festival and 200 Ashford Pkwy. Look for the "Festival Parking" signs. Hours for the shuttle are Saturday from 9:30AM to 9PM and Sunday from 11AM to 7PM.

Parking for those with disabilities

Limited parking for visitors with motor scooters or wheelchairs is available in the Shops of Dunwoody Parking lot.

How to Get There

Via I-285W, take exit 29 for Ashford Dunwoody Road. Turn right at Ashford Dunwoody Road. Continue 1.8 miles and turn right on Mt. Vernon Road. Continue .5 mile and turn left at Dunwoody Village Parkway.

Via I-285E, take exit 29 for Ashford Dunwoody Road. Turn left onto Ashford Dunwoody Rd. Continue 1.8 miles and turn right on Mt. Vernon Road. Festival will be on the left.