JONESBORO
Volume 22, Issue 11
November 2018
COMMUNITY NEWS Councilmembers: Pat Sebo, Mayor Protem Larry Boak Alfred Dixon, III Bobby Lester Billy Powell Ed Wise Ricky L. Clark, Jr., City Manager Clifford Kelker, Chief of Police David Allen, Community Dev. Director Joe Nettleton, Public Works Director Pat Daniel, Asst. City Clerk Sandra Meyers, Finance Derry Walker, Code Enforcement Steve Fincher, Attorney Keith Wood, Municipal Judge Jerry Patrick, City Solicitor City Hall (770) 478-3800 Jonesboro PD (770) 478-7407 NON-Emergency # (770) 477-3550
CITY ELECTION—TUESDAY, November 6: 7 am-7pm No candidates are up for election. Two questions are on the ballot for citizens to decide: “The Brunch Bill” and Homestead Exemption VOTE AT FIREHOUSE MUSEUM BUILDING—West Mill Street
A Message From the Mayor Dear Citizens, We have a very important election coming up on November 6. Although no candidates are being elected, there are two crucial questions on our ballot. The most critical one is our Homestead Exemption question. The City currently has a $60,000 Homestead Exemption. That means that our businesses bear basically all the financial responsibility for our City. If our Exemption were lowered, citizens would pay little or no city taxes. Only as property values rise would that change. Our Council is committed to keeping the millage rate low; the Homestead Exemption is a guarantee for the future financial health of our City. It is a vote of fairness and equality for businesses and homeowners. I urge you to come to the polls on November 6 and vote YES on Homestead Exemption. Over the years, we have succeeded in building the financial health of our City. I am proud to say that we have come in under budget 18 of my 19 years as Mayor. At the same time, we have managed to continue to deliver quality services to our citizens. It has been my privilege to write numerous Grants for our City, helping to fund public projects including our Streetscape projects, Sidewalks, Curb and Gutter projects, and currently our Broad Street Project. We need your help, however, on this Homestead Exemption question. Let’s work together to continue to keep Jonesboro financially sound, safe, and clean for all of us. Please call me at City Hall or email jday@jonesboroga.com if you have questions. Thanks for your consideration and Happy Fall!
Mayor Joy Day
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SOUTHERN
COUNTRY BUFFET
Open in Jonesboro! 192 Jonesboro Road Mon.-Fri.: 11 am-8 pm Sat.—Closed Sunday-11 am-6 pm One Price Buffet includes Drink, Meal, and Dessert.
Great Southern Cooking Like Mama Made!
JONESBORO CHRISTMAS PARADE SATURDAY, December 1—4:30 pm
Parade will begin on Stockbridge Road and proceed down Main Street, ending at Lee Street Park
CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING AND FESTIVAL
Lee Street Park
Following the parade, join the fun at the park for music, food, and fun! (5:30-8:00 pm)
***If you or your group would like to participate, please contact Maria Wetherington at City Hall: (770) 478-3800 or email mwetherington@jonesboroga.com
FALL BURNING POLLUTES Consider your Neighbors Fall weather means falling leaves and increased yard waste. Many elderly and asthmatic patients are extremely impacted by outside burning. We respectfully ask that you NOT BURN leaves. When you do, your neighbors for blocks are affected. Pile leaves in your yard on the edge of the curb, (not in the street), and the City will pick them up. THANKS!
In Loving Memory Nell Watson Hughes
City Council Action—October 6, 2018
Approved: * Subcipient Agreement between Clayton County and the
City of Jonesboro for CDBG Grant Funds for Broad 1932-2018 Street Project: $664,456.67 * Appointment of Tammy Stanley to the Jonesboro Housing Authority Board * Adoption of the Official Zoning Map * Millage rate of 4.0 for FY 2018 * Traffic and Vehicles (Golf Carts) Ordinance * Short-term rental lodging Ordinance *Bid for replacement of flooring at the Jonesboro PUBLIC WORKS NOTES Police Department: $6022.56 With the Fall season leaf pickup escalates greatly. Pile your leaves BY the curb in your yard (not in the street), and we will vacuum them up. If you want quicker pickup, bag leaves in either paper or plastic. Fall is a great time to rework your flower beds and mulch for the winter. We still have FREE MULCH on the vacant lot beside the Post Office on North Main Street. Have a great Fall and call us if you need service.
Riddle of the Month: What Causes a Garbage Truck to Stink? When you see a stinky, dripping garbage truck, it is because people put liquids in their trash. When the garbage truck crushes the garbage, liquid containers are pressed and the liquid spews everywhere. PLEASE DRAIN ALL BOTTLES, CANS, MILK JUGS, ETC.
The Front Porch Players Present
CITY BLOTTER September 2018 JONESBORO POLICE DEPARTMENT
Citations – 537 Warnings—232 Accidents—57 Arrests— 110 DUI—5 Property Checks— 237 Warrants— 454 Probation—803 Criminal Invest.—10 Training Hours—149
#SHOPJONESBORO CSS Healthcare Services 8896 Tara Boulevard (770) 210-0631 “Care with Compassion” ******
Sirens for Cities 208 Lee Street (808) 202-6111 “Outdoor Warning Solutions with a Lifetime Commitment” *****
Pictured above is David Knowles of the Jonesboro Kiwanis Club and City Manager Ricky Clark. Special thanks to Jonesboro Kiwanis for presenting new flags for our city facilities. We are ever so grateful to partnerships with organizations such as Jonesboro Kiwanis! Humane Society News 7810 North McDonough Street (770) 471-9436
PET COSTUME PARADE SHOTS
Hodges, McEachern & King 177 North Main Street (770) 473-0072 “Estate Planning, Litigation, Transactions & More…” *****
Citgo Food Mart 155 South McDonough St. (770) 473-4431 “Locally Owned & Independently Operated” *****
Hammock Sign Systems
“FRUITCAKES”
1459 Stockbridge Road, #6 (404) 787-4883 “Relax, We’ve Got Your Signage Needs Covered ” *****
Two By Two Thrift Store 159 North McDonough St. Benefits the Clayton County Human Society- “Find your Treasure Here!” *****
Adorn Beauty Enhancements
November 9, 10, 11 and 16, 17,18 1842 Lake Jodeco Rd. (First Presbyterian Church) Tickets: www.frontporchplayers.com or call (770) 897-1404
202 South Main Street (470) 400-9447 “Contact Us for the Soft, Sexy and Sophisticated Look” ******
Shop Local!
YARD OF THE MONTH
OFFICERS HONORED AT OCTOBER COUNCIL MEETING
OIC Frances Spencer and Officer Brian Waters were recognized at the October City Council Meeting by Chief Clifford Kelker for actions above and beyond the call of duty. Recently OIC Spencer pulled over a car with no insurance. After speaking with the driver and the passenger, she determined they were homeless, and the car was not only a mode of WATERS SPSENCER transportation; their last day at a local motel was that day. OIC Spencer realized that writing a citation would only burden this family and instead decided to purchase vehicle insurance for them at her expense. Officer Waters, who came to assist, decided he would purchase the family’s lunch. Real heroes do exist! Thank you, Officers Spencer and Waters for having a heart for the job you do!
Officer Keith Kendrick Recognized Congratulations to Officer Keith Kendrick, Jonesboro Police Department. Officer Kendrick was recognized by the Knights of Columbus, Tara Council # 6352 at their Law Enforcement Recognition Luncheon. Picture at left: Lt. Jonathan James, Officer Keith Kendrick, Chief Clifford Kelker, all of Jonesboro Police Department.
151 Dixon Street Robert & Cindy Pallon City residents for over 20 years SAT, NOV 17 11 am-1 pm Pre-paid Registration Required
$10 participant Science/Engineering/Math
Fun!
WHERE IN THE CITY? (Answer below)
BUSINESS FEATURE
Legacy Funeral Home & Life Center, Inc.
8968 Fayetteville Road “Experienced Professional Care for Your Loved Ones” Legacy offers: A variety of Funeral Services and Cremation, End-of-Life Care Planning, Diversity, Highly Competitive Pricing. You are invited to take a tour or call and ask questions. (770) 477-2273. Compassionate and Professional Care with Peace of Mind.
Fig Tree Café Main Street
Visit today!
Questions appearing on our city ballot on NOV 6 Homestead Exemption “Shall the act be approved which lowers the homestead exemption from all City of Jonesboro Ad valorem taxes for municipal purposes for a period of five years to the amount of $10,000 of the assessed value of the homestead for residents of that city?” O YES O NO Sunday Brunch Alcohol Sales “Shall the governing authority of the City of Jonesboro be authorized to permit and regulate Sunday sales of distilled spirits or alcoholic beverages for beverage purposes by the drink from 11:00 A.M. to 12:30 P.M.?” O YES
O NO
Jonesboro City Hall
Pre-Sorted Standard U.S. Postage Paid Jonesboro, GA Permit No. 7
124 North Avenue Jonesboro, GA 30236
CITY ARCHIVES
Community Calendar NOV 1
DDA, 6 pm, PD
NOV 4
Daylight Savings Time Ends
NOV 5
Work Session, 6 pm, PD
NOV 5
Hill Family Band, 6 pm, AOH
NOV 6
Election Day, 7 am-7 pm, Firehouse, W. Mill St.
NOV 7
Design Review Commission, 4:30 pm, CH
NOV 12
City Court, 8 am, PD
NOV 12
Council Meeting, 6 pm, PD
NOV 14
Economic Vitality Committee, 4:30 pm, CH
NOV 15
Covered Dish Supper, 6 pm, AOH
Tuesday, November 27: 6:30 pm
NOV 19
Historic Preservation Commission, 5:30 pm, CH
Jonesboro PD-170 South Main Street
NOV 22
THANKSGIVING DAY, City Offices Closed
NOV 23
HOLIDAY, City Offices Closed
NOV 26
City Court, 8 am, PD
NOV 26
Beautification Committee, 5:30 pm, CH
NOV 27
Promotions Committee, 4:30 pm, CH
NOV 27
Big Brothers, Big Sisters Meeting, 6:30 pm, PD
DEC 1
CHRISTMAS PARADE, 4:30 pm, Main Street CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING & FESTIVAL, LSP, After Parade ... 5:00 pm-8:00 pm
DEC 3
City Court, 8 am, PD
DEC 3
Work Session, 6 pm, PD
Our Mission To provide children facing adversity with strong and enduring professionally supported one-to-one relationships that change their lives for the better, fovever.
Informational Meeting For information, see http://www.bbbsatl.org Make a difference in a young life. CITY EVENT LOCATIONS CH=City Hall LSP=Lee Street Park PD= Police Department AOH=Alpha Omega House
The Community News Published at Jonesboro City Hall Written & Edited by Mayor Joy B. Day To submit news items, call (770) 478-3800 or email jday@jonesboroga.com .
Steve Lundquist Competition Swimmer
1984 Olympic Gold Medalist 100 m Breaststroke 400 m Medley Relay Hometown: Jonesboro, Georgia
Our Olympic Hero!