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Finding a certified, experienced locksmith is no easy task. Sure, dozens of companies out there will dispatch an indifferent "technician" that offers "quick" solutions when you lose your keys. But when it comes to protecting your home and your business, cheap locks and part-time contractors just won't cut it. Arrowhead Lock & Safe stands out as the most trusted name in security solutions and products in Georgia in an industry known for poor service and mediocre locksmiths.

Established in 1973, Arrowhead Lock & Safe is a locally owned locksmith and control access firm. Having protected homeowners and business professionals in metro Sandy Springs for decades, we have built our reputation on exemplary service and the highest quality security products available. Unlike other locksmith companies, we carry all of the major brands that you know and trust to protect your family and your business, including:

  • Medeco
  • Arrow
  • Schlage
  • Keymark
  • Kwikset
  • Mul-T-Lock,
  • Sargent
  • Baldwin
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As a comprehensive locksmith repair center and dealer, we also own an on-site lock shop to serve our clients better. That way, we can assist with your day-to-day needs like re-keying, cutting keys, and repairing locks. So whether you're looking for a brand-new security platform for your business or simply need a new set of keys for your storage unit, we are here to help. Our goal is to exceed your expectations with every service we offer.

Here are just a few reasons why customers choose Arrowhead Lock & Safe:

  • Our residential and commercial locksmiths in Sandy Springs are bonded, licensed, insured, and ready to work hard.
  • Every professional locksmith is vetted via interviews and background checks.
  • We offer a wide range of locksmith services, from simple fixes to multi-step security system installations.
  • We carry a huge stock of premium, name-brand security hardware.
  • Our prices are affordable, and our quotes are 100% free of charge.
  • We aim to go the extra mile for ALL of our customers. It's just the way we do business!
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Residential Locksmith Services: Keeping Your Home and Family Safe

Though home appraisers may disagree, the value of your home isn't defined by the four walls and roofs that cover a property. The real value of your home lies within those walls where your family eats, sleeps, and plays. When it comes to the safety of your family and the security of your valuables, having quality locks installed on your home is paramount. When your home has lackluster locks and minimal protection, the things that you hold closest to your heart are at risk.

That is why having a dependable residential locksmith in Sandy Springs is so important - to ensure that your home is protected and that your family is safe from intruders. When you have problems with the locks on your home, you need a solution quickly. When you call Arrowhead Lock & Safe, know that our locksmiths will work efficiently and tirelessly until your home is secure. Whether your home's locks need to be repaired or you need to consult with us about an integrated security system, our skilled locksmiths are available when you need them the most.

We offer a variety of residential locksmith services to preserve your peace of mind seven days a week, 365 days a year:

Re-Keying Services

Re-Keying Services

Does your home have a complicated lock setup that requires you to use different keys for different doors? Perhaps a former babysitter still has a key to your home. Whatever your reasons, our team of seasoned locksmiths will come to your home, re-key your locks in an efficient manner, and leave you feeling more secure in your house.

New Lock Installation

New Lock Installation

Your home is only as safe as the locks that you have on your doors. As your locks age or when you are the victim of a security threat, you may feel that it's time to install new locks on the doors of your home. This can be long, laborious, and complicated for the average homeowner. For that reason, many clients trust Arrowhead Lock & Safe to handle the hard work for them. When you arrange for new lock installation, one of our experienced residential locksmiths will come to your home and install new locks on your doors. Once we're done, we'll make sure your family has enough keys to open your new locks.

High-Security Lock Installation

High-Security Lock Installation

If you are a homeowner who has experienced a break-in or want to take additional steps to secure your assets, high-security locks are a great solution. We offer a wide variety of locks from a plethora of major brands. We are fully equipped to meet your needs, whether you're interested in more traditional lock systems with high key differs or pry resistant lock technology.

Access Control System Installation

Access Control System Installation

If you feel like you need an extra layer security and want to make sure that only certain individuals have access to your home, an access control system is a great solution to your problem. Whether you are interested in electronic or magnetic locks or have been looking to install a password-protected system, our team of experts can help. Contact our office today for a free consultation to learn more about your access control system options in Georgia.

Commercial Locksmith Services: Protecting Your Customers and Your Business

If you are a business owner in Georgia, you have the weighty responsibility of protecting your patrons and securing your businesses' assets. The most common way for entrepreneurs to keep their business safe is by having a commercial locksmith in Sandy Springs install quality, reliable locks on every entry point of your storefront. But, unfortunately, many business owners take the least amount of effort necessary when it comes to protecting their business.

Whether you own several franchise locations or have a single storefront, it only takes one break-in to make you realize the importance of installing high-quality locks for your commercial property. Sadly, at that point, it's too late - your ability to provide for your family and pay your bills has been compromised. For that reason alone, it's always better to be proactive about your businesses' security rather than reactive.

At Arrowhead Lock & Safe, our commercial door lock services are designed to ensure that your assets and your customers are protecting 24-hours a day, seven days a week. We will always take the time to walk you through your options, explaining the pros and cons of each security solution so that you can make an informed decision. With a wide range of security offerings and a reliable team of commercial locksmith experts on your side, choosing the right security setup is easy, efficient, and affordable.

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Here are just a few of the commercial services we offer, all set up and installed by a certified, highly-trained commercial locksmith in Sandy Springs:

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Commercial Door Locks

Installing high-quality door locks for your business is one of the best ways to protect your assets and your commercial property. At Arrowhead Lock & Safe, we offer many commercial door lock options from the best brands in our industry. From reliable maintenance service on your current Grade 3 locks to new Grade 1 commercial door lock installation, our team of commercial locksmiths is ready to help.

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Commercial Door Lock Repair

If your businesses' locks are old and need proper maintenance or corrective repair services, it's always best to work with a team of experts. From re-keying services to fixing stuck or broken locks, our commercial locksmiths are only a phone call away.

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Alarm Systems

Commercial alarms for businesses are more complex than their residential relatives, and for a good reason. Our cutting-edge alarm systems are great for preventing and interrupting break-ins, notifying the authorities, and act as an important addition to any business that wants enhanced security.

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Security Cameras

A commercial-grade CCTV system installed by Arrowhead Lock & Safe allows you to monitor all activities that take place under your businesses' roof. Having security cameras installed around your business gives you added peace of mind and evidence for the police if a break-in occurs. Having visible security cameras can also help deter criminals and prevent suspicious activity from ever taking place. With remote monitoring capability on your smart device, you can check in on your storefront any time of the night or day, from just about any location.

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Access Control Systems

Having the ability to control every one of your businesses' locks is a proactive, cost-efficient way to protect your customers and your assets. With a commercial-grade control access system from Arrowhead Lock & Safe, business owners can easily restrict certain areas within their store, prevent physical key duplication, record entry history, and even simplify employee turnover.

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Commercial Door Installation

Entryways can be especially vulnerable, but Arrowhead Lock and Safe know how to select and install the best doors for your business. When you add remote control access features, business owners can open other structures like motorized fences, large parking gates, and even barriers.

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ANSI Door Lock Grades Explained

The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) grading system was developed years ago to standardize a testing procedure to measure the durability and strength of a door lock. This grading system applies to both residential and commercial door locks. Composed of three different grades, the ANSI grading system gives homeowners and business owners a good idea of lock quality and reliability. ANSI examines six different qualities to determine a lock's grade:

  • Strength Cycles - How many uses a lock can withstand before a replacement lock is needed)
  • Operational - This refers to a door's ability to latch when it is closed
  • Security - The effectiveness of the lock's security
  • Material - What kind of material is the lock made of?
  • Finish - Satin, nickel-plated, bronze, etc.

Grade 1 Locks

These locks offer the highest level of security and are most often used by institutions like hospitals, schools, and even museums. These locks also have the highest life expectancy, though they can be much more complex and require an expert residential or commercial locksmith in cityname to install. In today's day and age, many more homeowners are opting for Grade 1 locks (like electronic locks) for the most peace of mind. This classification of lock must hold up against 800,000 cycles, six door strikes and a 360-pound weight test.

Grade 2 Locks

These locks are great for residential areas with more foot traffic, like a door that leads to an apartment complex or suite of rooms. These locks can also suffice for small businesses that need a higher level of security than Grade 3 locks. Use these locks when you want to secure access to areas with valuable equipment or sensitive documents. This classification of lock requires 400,000 cycles, four door strikes, and a 250-pound weight test.

Grade 3 Locks

This grade of lock is best suited for residential purposes and is considered standard door hardware. This kind of lock is the least expensive and should never be used in a high-traffic area like a lobby or storefront. However, these locks would be suitable for areas without much foot traffic like storage closets or areas without expensive merchandise. Because these locks are easiest to bypass, consider upgrading your Grade 3 locks with anti-bump and anti-pick technology. This classification of lock requires 200,000 lock cycles, two door strikes, and a 150-pound weight test.

Protect Your Home or Business Today

A famous animator and movie director once said: "The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing." This quote rings especially true when it comes to protecting your home or business with the best security solutions in Georgia. If you're worried about the safety of your family or the wealth that you have worked so hard to create, contact our office today at 404-351-4331 for a free consultation. When you trust Arrowhead Lock & Safe, you can rest easy knowing your most precious belongings are safe and secure.

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Sandy Springs firefighters rappel off top of Children's Hospital of Atlanta

Sandy Springs firefighters scale down children's hospital, meeting patients from windowA group of Sandy Springs firefighters went to the top of Children's Healthcare of Atlanta to practice rappelling down the side of the 80-foot building. They were able to meet and surprise some of the children along the way.SANDY SPRINGS, Ga - Some Sandy Springs firefighters decided to go to the top of Children's Healthcare of Atlanta at Scottish Rite to do some training. As they rappelled down the 80-foot building, they mad...

Sandy Springs firefighters scale down children's hospital, meeting patients from window

A group of Sandy Springs firefighters went to the top of Children's Healthcare of Atlanta to practice rappelling down the side of the 80-foot building. They were able to meet and surprise some of the children along the way.

SANDY SPRINGS, Ga - Some Sandy Springs firefighters decided to go to the top of Children's Healthcare of Atlanta at Scottish Rite to do some training. As they rappelled down the 80-foot building, they made some new friends along the way.

As they lowered themselves floor-by-floor, they would pause at the windows and wave to the tiny patients.

"Not everyone wants someone in the room with the kids, so it was a cool way of them getting to be close to us without us having to go in their rooms," said Capt. Kyle Sweeney.

The first responders saw the children's eyes light up. Both the children and the firefighters reached out to each other, and an instant bond was formed.

"For us to be able to feel that emotional connection with a piece of glass between us," said Lt. Anderson.

"It really brightened his day," said Zach Lansdell, whose son Levi is a patient at Children's.

Three-year-old Levi has been in the hospital for 200 days. His parents, Karli and Zach, say seeing the firefighters was one of his best days.

"It really made a huge impact on Levi and was a huge morale booster," said Zach.

After seeing the sweet smiles of the children through the windows, the first responders wanted to meet them, so they headed inside.

"To see the happiness it brings them that's fulfilling for us," said Capt. Sweeney.

"Every kid in there has a story, every kid, every family member. They don't have any idea what kind of joy they gave us," said Lt. Anderson.

Lt. Chris Mileshko was among the firefighters. His father's video company, Mileshko.com, took some unforgettable photos of video of the special day.

The firefighters say it was an emotional day, some of them have gone back to the hospital to visit some of the children they met, and have developed friendships with their parents.

Opinion: Sandy Springs looks forward to opportunities, challenges

As we move into 2023, the city is accelerating plans to extend the City Springs campus south across Mt. Vernon Highway to Hildebrand and in the triangle fronting Roswell Road. We have acquired the needed property and completed a conceptual plan for a hotel, more shops, restaurants, greenspace (including a Veterans Park), and residential options with an emphasis on ownership over rental.City Springs’ success has drawn strong interest, so several aspiring partners are vying to produce City Springs 2.0, and early in 2023 we will wi...

As we move into 2023, the city is accelerating plans to extend the City Springs campus south across Mt. Vernon Highway to Hildebrand and in the triangle fronting Roswell Road. We have acquired the needed property and completed a conceptual plan for a hotel, more shops, restaurants, greenspace (including a Veterans Park), and residential options with an emphasis on ownership over rental.

City Springs’ success has drawn strong interest, so several aspiring partners are vying to produce City Springs 2.0, and early in 2023 we will winnow the proposer list to six potential partners to produce more detailed plans. We plan a final selection after public vetting in the first quarter of 2023.

The goal is to expand City Springs’s walkable, family-friendly environment and continue the steady redevelopment of our downtown.

The inflation roiling the general economy is drastically impacting city-sponsored construction. For example, one project estimated to cost around $6 million a year ago is now projected at $8 million, and if delayed until late 2023 will likely cost at least $9 million—a 50 percent increase in two years!

This phenomenon impacts all construction categories – roads, parks, storm sewers, buildings and sidewalks. In 2023, we may be forced to jettison projects, reduce their scope, delay them hoping prices moderate or find other ways to deliver capital projects at less cost.

While we face complications and increasing costs, simply stopping and trusting things are better next year is not acceptable either.

We are pushing forward infrastructure projects funded both by TSPLOST and our capital program, though rising costs may entail some adjustments and a little more inconvenience. Same for our new public safety headquarters.

The Veterans Park across from City Springs begins final construction in a matter of days with an expected November 2023 opening. Clearly, GDOT’s work on Ga. 400 and 285 is moving forward producing new, complex and confusing mobility difficulties.

After 50-years, we are finally in significant discussions with the City of Atlanta about our water system, so thanks to Mayor Dickens and his team for taking our concerns seriously and exploring solutions. Where we end up, time will tell. Yet, these are the first constructive conversations with Atlanta on this issue, and we hope 2023 brings a solution.

In 2022, we had grueling negotiations with Fulton County over Local Option Sales Tax revenues, a once-a-decade resource discussion. The city’s fiscal impact is minimal in the early years, but we benefit less from growth in the out-years, a real concern in high inflationary times. Next, we negotiate the service delivery strategy where we decide what services our citizens can expect as the county’s portion grows.

We closed 2022 as one of only six Georgia cities with a Standard & Poor’s and Moody’s AAA bond rating, which means our financial credentials are gold plated, a great distinction for our community.

As we face 2023, our challenges are great, but our opportunities are greater. Our goal remains to make Sandy Springs the model others look to for effectiveness, efficiency, and quality of life.

Sandy Springs City Council uses eminent domain to advance road projects

SANDY SPRINGS, Ga. — Facing pushback from property owners, the Sandy Springs City Council approved the acquisition of five parcels of land through eminent domain Oct. 18.The parcels are part of the Mount Vernon Highway corridor improvements project and Spalding Drive widening project.Eminent domain, or condemnation, is the taking of a property for fair market value for redevelopment purposes, such as roads, sidewalks and parks. It can prevent projects from running behind schedule or the city from overpaying for property....

SANDY SPRINGS, Ga. — Facing pushback from property owners, the Sandy Springs City Council approved the acquisition of five parcels of land through eminent domain Oct. 18.

The parcels are part of the Mount Vernon Highway corridor improvements project and Spalding Drive widening project.

Eminent domain, or condemnation, is the taking of a property for fair market value for redevelopment purposes, such as roads, sidewalks and parks. It can prevent projects from running behind schedule or the city from overpaying for property.

Late last year, the City of Roswell, which neighbors Sandy Springs, approved a resolution for the use of eminent domain for transportation and other city projects. The move was in response to an independent investigation into the circumstances that led to delays and multi-million-dollar cash settlements in the Oxbo Road realignment project.

Before leaving office, former Mayor Lori Henry said Roswell was “well-known” for avoiding the use of eminent domain. Roswell City Attorney David Davidson said the last time he could remember the city authorizing or considering the use of eminent domain was in 2008.

At the Oct. 18 meeting, the Sandy Springs City Council voted five separate times to approve the use of eminent domain for property owned by the Autumn Chase Homeowners Association, 348 Mount Vernon Highway, 6272 Mount Vernon Oaks Drive, 1235 Spalding Drive and 1265 Spalding Drive.

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The Mount Vernon Highway corridor improvements project was started last year to increase pedestrian and motorist safety and traffic efficiency along Mount Vernon Highway from Vernon Trace to the Sandy Springs MARTA station.

The project is part of the Transportation Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax, or TSPLOST, program voters approved in 2016. It is in alignment with Sandy Springs’ adopted Bike/Pedestrian Plan, Comprehensive Plan and Last Mile initiatives. The project will also provide connectivity to the proposed multi-use paths on Peachtree Dunwoody Road and Path 400.

City Attorney Dan Lee said that since starting negotiations with the Autumn Chase neighborhood in May 2021, the city has been unable to reach an agreement for approximately 7,047 square feet for fee simple right-of-way. While the city places the appraised value of the property at $235,800, the homeowners association has sought $560,000.

Lee said the deadline has now passed to renegotiate, and eminent domain is needed so the city can gain the title of the property. If the homeowners association insists on a higher price, it can take the issue up in court, but by that point, the project would have moved forward. Members of the homeowners association are expected to vote on the matter at a later date.

“As we’ve mentioned to you many times, the timetable for you to use eminent domain is driven by the construction deadlines,” Lee said. “As you know, this property is closely tied to utility relocations that are quickly moving upon us.”

Earlier in the meeting, a resident of the Autumn Chase neighborhood took issue with the fact that they were unable to meet with city officials before Oct. 18. But, Lee said, that’s because their attorney had picked that date, not because that was when the City Council planned to vote on the issue.

In their proposal, the Autumn Chase Homeowners Association is asking the city to spend additional funds to hire a project manager and plant new trees on the property. Lee said some of that is not compensable, but that the city could try to recalculate some of its numbers and come back with a better offer.

“The property owners made a couple of great points in that buffers are a big deal in Sandy Springs and should be, and we’re diminishing the depth of this buffer and it is probably compensable for us to add to that buffer,” Lee said.

City Councilman Andy Bauman said he hopes the homeowners understand that eminent domain is “one of the most difficult things” elected officials are asked to do. However, Mayor Rusty Paul said he thinks they can achieve both ends.

“The timing is unfortunate,” Paul said. “For whatever reason it’s gotten to this point, but [I] encourage [staff] fully to work to bring us back something that we don’t have to decide on, because it’s been agreed to.”

Councilman John Paulson moved to approve the use of eminent domain for the property owned by the Autumn Chase Homeowners Association, which was seconded by Councilman Tibby DeJulio. It passed unanimously, with Councilwoman Melissa Mular abstaining from the vote, because she owns a home in the subdivision.

The City Council then unanimously approved the use of eminent domain at 348 Mount Vernon Highway, owned by the Link Counseling Center, and at 6272 Mount Vernon Oaks Drive, which is owned by two private individuals.

Lee said city staff had already changed the project design three times to accommodate the Link Counseling Center and offered $142,900 for the appraised value of the property and resulting damages, but that the property owner was still demanding $429,000. He said that with the new design, the project no longer touches the property.

As for the land at Mount Vernon Oaks Drive, Lee said the appraised value is $29,000, but the city offered to give the property owners an additional $10,000 to avoid litigation costs. Still, the property owners counteroffered $66,000, which Lee said the city could not justify.

In 2018, the Sandy Springs City Council approved an intergovernmental agreement with Gwinnett County to widen Spalding Drive from two lanes to four from Winters Chapel Road to Holcomb Bridge Road.

The Spalding Drive widening project is part of Gwinnett County’s 2017 Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax program. At the Oct. 18 City Council meeting, Lee said the City of Sandy Springs was unable to negotiate a deal with the McCubbins family, which owns the property at 1235 Spalding Drive. Both parties have been working together along that stretch of road for several years now.

Lee said the issue is that the family’s driveway will make the project very steep where it intersects with the road. The city has appraised the property is $49,000, but the family is asking for $100,000. Additionally, the family wants the city to redesign the project so that it goes around the driveway.

“The city’s proposal is after several design changes and offers to correct the driveway,” Lee said. “This offer includes a design of the intersection with the driveway and the right-of-way that includes about a $30,000 construction cost to keep the elevations of the driveway where they are in connection to the elevation of the roadway.”

Lastly, the City Council approved the use of eminent domain at 1265 Spalding Drive, the last piece of property for the project. What’s different from the others, Lee said, is that it is owned by six entities, including the IRS and the Georgia Department of Revenue, which cannot agree on how to divide the money. The appraised value of the property is $52,100.

“So, believe it or not, if there was ever a property that needed eminent domain, it is this property,” Lee said. “With your authorization, we’ll file the condemnation, and the money will be paid into court and then there’ll be a fight over ... it.”

Georgia's tiniest winery is a one stop shop nestled right in Sandy Springs

Beer and Wine Craft in Sandy Springs is not only the smallest winery in the state, but also one of the few wineries that sells craft beer and wine making equipment in Georgia.Founded in 1959, Beer and Wine Craft is nestled just a street over from City Springs and is the oldest craft beer and wine making retailer in the Southeast, with customers coming from all over the area to pick up their supplies. Owner Joe Keenan has been a Sandy Springs resident for 46 years, and he bought the store in 2012, and established the winery in 2014....

Beer and Wine Craft in Sandy Springs is not only the smallest winery in the state, but also one of the few wineries that sells craft beer and wine making equipment in Georgia.

Founded in 1959, Beer and Wine Craft is nestled just a street over from City Springs and is the oldest craft beer and wine making retailer in the Southeast, with customers coming from all over the area to pick up their supplies. Owner Joe Keenan has been a Sandy Springs resident for 46 years, and he bought the store in 2012, and established the winery in 2014.

“When I turned 65, I retired...I got tired of sitting around,” Keenan said. “I love to work. I mean work is fun for me. So I ended up getting this little place and I put it in the winery in 2012 and then I moved it up to become a farm winery in 2014. And here we are, in all this wine in here we make every bit of it.”

The winery produces around 2,000 gallons of wine each year. It’s the only winery in Georgia where guests can taste wine, buy it by the glass, bottle, case or make their own — up to 30 bottles — of certain selected wines. Keenan imports more than 100 varietals of juice from the premier vineyards in some of the best wine districts from around the world, making it truly unique.

“Your wine’s only be good as the juice that you get and the juice you get is going to be as good as how it’s grown and who the farmer is and how you pick it,” Keenan said.

Keenan purchases his juice for the wines from Wine Expert, a company that has been around for around 50 years and supplies juice from places around the world, including New Zealand, Australia, South Africa, South America, Europe and everything along the west coast.

Keenan’s Private Reserve Blend — super Tuscan blend, he says — even won a silver medal at the American Wine Society competition last year.

In addition to making and selling their wine, Beer and Wine Craft hosts wine and beer making classes each month taught by Keenan himself. Classes are once a month and cost $75 per person. Beer making classes are $55 per person and held April 22, June 17, Sept. 23, Nov. 11 and on days to be determined in July and December. Keenan said he enjoys working with attendees and teaching them the chemistry behind wine and beer making.

“Helping people I really enjoy watching people learn,” Keenan said. “I mean it’s an amazing experience when people say, ‘Oh, I get it!’ and they like that a lot.”

Businesses have also held team-building experiences at the winery where they compete and see who can make the best wine. Groups such as wedding parties or various clubs have also signed up for wine making classes and wine tastings.

When Keenan and his staff aren’t conducting classes and creating wines to sell, they also work with engaged couples to create special bottles for their wedding day. Beer and Wine Craft does around 20 weddings a year. Couples can choose which kind of wine they want to serve and have the option to purchase mini bottles as wedding favors.

Beer and Wine Craft is at 203 Hilderbrand Drive in Sandy Springs and is open Sundays from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m., Mondays and Tuesdays form 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Thursdays from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m, Fridays from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Sandy Springs secures land for Mt. Vernon Highway projects

SANDY SPRINGS, Ga. — Sandy Springs officials this week secured a property key to finalizing the Johnson Ferry Road/Mt. Vernon Highway improvement project, initiated by the city’s 2016 transportation sales tax.At the Jan. 17 Sandy Springs City Council meeting, councilmembers approved the purchase of 1.8 acres on Mt. Vernon Highway, called “the Spruill Property,” from the estate of a 96-year-old resident for $2.2 million.The property, which sits between the Sandy Spring Library and Mount Vernon Presbyteria...

SANDY SPRINGS, Ga. — Sandy Springs officials this week secured a property key to finalizing the Johnson Ferry Road/Mt. Vernon Highway improvement project, initiated by the city’s 2016 transportation sales tax.

At the Jan. 17 Sandy Springs City Council meeting, councilmembers approved the purchase of 1.8 acres on Mt. Vernon Highway, called “the Spruill Property,” from the estate of a 96-year-old resident for $2.2 million.

The property, which sits between the Sandy Spring Library and Mount Vernon Presbyterian Church, will allow the city to build a connector road between Mt. Vernon Highway and Johnson Ferry Road, City Attorney Dan Lee said.

Corridor improvement projects in the area are aimed at “improving vehicular and pedestrian mobility” in the downtown Sandy Springs area by eliminating “bottlenecks” on Johnson Ferry Road and Mt. Vernon Highway.

“In an effort to support the need to promote development in the downtown area of the city, staff has identified the property as a necessary acquisition to construct a connector road between Johnson Ferry Road and Mt. Vernon Highway,” officials said in a report.

The project is part of set of improvements to Johnson Ferry Road and Mt. Vernon Highway totaling $23.4 million, which were funded through the Sandy Springs 2016 TSPLOST and started in 2017.

Lee said they have also agreed to trade a section on the west side of the property, which won’t be used for the road, to Mount Vernon Presbyterian Church.

A home on the 1.8-acre property will be demolished to build the connector road, and Lee said the city expects to close on the sale in February.

Council members also approved the purchase of land on the south shoulder of Mt. Vernon Highway for $313,000 from the Autumn Chase Homeowners Association. The parcel will also be used for roadway improvement projects on Mt. Vernon Road.

“The greatest part of this $313,000 recommended purchase price has to do with the cost to procure, which means replacing the hardscapes many trees on the property and lots of landscape,” Lee said.

The first property purchase was unanimously approved. The second purchase was approved 6-0, with District 3 Councilwoman Melissa Mular recused due to a conflict of interest.

Councilmembers also approved an amendment to the city’s solid waste ordinance, requiring all local waste haulers to offer recycling services to their customers.

Sandy Springs Sustainability Manager Catherine Mercier-Baggett told councilmembers the amendment would make recycling a uniform requirement for local companies but wouldn’t require citizens to participate in the programs.

“The greater goals of this text amendment is to provide convenient access to recycling to all of our residents and businesses and ultimately reduce the amount of waste that gets to the landfill,” Mercier-Baggett said

Currently all authorized waste haulers in Sandy Springs, except for one, offer recycling services. The company which doesn’t offer recycling is small and isn’t accepting any new customers, so it will be grandfathered in, she said.

Under the new ordinance, companies will only need to offer one type of recycling, but will be required to deliver what they pickup to a Material Recovery Facility and not the landfill. If problems arise with companies not disposing of materials properly, the company could be investigated, she said.

The ordinance amendment will apply for service at both single family and multi-family dwellings.

Mercier-Baggett said the ordinance amendment will go into effect in April.

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