Boil Water Advisory Lifted for Most of Affected Area

From the Department of Watershed:
The City of Atlanta is lifting the boil water advisory throughout most of the advisory area, with the exception of the Hutcheson Ferry Road zone:
·     Selborne Way
·     Selborne Lane
·     Augusta Lane
·     Gainey Lane
·     Rockhill Drive
·     Atlanta Newnan Road
·     Serenbe Lane
·     Middleton Way

Boil Water Advisory Still in Effect for Sections of SW Atlanta, South Fulton

From the Department of Watershed Management:

Following a temporary loss of pressure last evening, a Boil Water Advisory was issued out of an abundance of caution for residents and property owners in the City of South Fulton, Union City and the City of Fairburn as well as a portion of southwest Atlanta along Cascade Road SW and Benjamin E. Mays Dr. SW between Avon Avenue SW and Fairburn Rd SW. Water pumping was restored by 8:30 pm and teams’ sampling of the impacted areas was completed overnight. The first set of lab results are expected late this evening.
While the system has returned to normal operations, those in the impacted area should continue to boil their water or use bottled water until the boil water advisory is lifted. If you experienced a low water pressure or a loss of water at your address, but your address is not within the area described, the City recommends you follow the precautionary measures.

ARTlanta OPEN Mondays, July 29, 7pm, Stained Gallery

Music by DJ Money Kat

Mondays ARTlanta is launching their Open Mic x Networking event #OPEN for all their musician friends looking for a platform to showcase their talents. All while being able to mix and mingle with their peers within the art & music community. Located at STAINED GALLERY
1719 Sayers St SW ATL, GA
FREE entry + FREE parking. 7-11PM

Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/2901876193161936/

Board of Education Special Called Meeting, *Today*, Monday July 29, 6pm

Courtesy Cleta Winslow:

The Atlanta Board of Education will convene a Public Hearing and Special Called Meeting TODAY Monday, July 29, 2019 at 6:00 p.m.

The meeting will be held at Center for Learning and Leadership Auditorium 130 Trinity Ave, SW Atlanta, Georgia 30303

On the Agenda: Approval of the Millage Rate

NPU-S Calendar of Events, July 29 - August 4

Coming up this week on the NPU-S calendar:
NPU-S Events:
  • Tuesday, July 30 - Fulton Fresh Market - 1pm, Outdoor Activity Center (1442 Richland Rd). Every week, attendees participate in a 30-minute UGA Extension SNAP-Ed nutrition education food demonstration and then are provided with a free bag of in-season produce from our mobile market. 
  • Saturday, August 3 - CANO Neighborhood Cleanup - 9am, Barbara McCoy Park (1640 Kenmore St)
  • Saturday, August 3 - WAWA Walk with a Doc - 9am,  Lionel Hampton Trail (390 Willis Mill Road) Free, registration required. Weekly walk with health professionals, ask questions while getting fit. https://wawa-online.eventbrite.com
External Events:
  • Wednesday, July 31 - 3rd Meeting - Committee for Promotion of Public Trust - 5:30pm, Atlanta City Hall (55 Trinity Ave SW) This will be the third (3rd) of four (4) public meetings of the City of Atlanta Task Force for the Promotion of Public Trust. This meeting will feature a guest speaker on best practices for promoting integrity in public agencies, including examples of programs implemented in other jurisdictions. In addition, there will be further briefings by City agencies concerning current processes. There will be an opportunity for public comment at this meeting.
  • Friday, August 2 - "It Takes a Village" back-to-school giveaway - 4pm, Wolf Creek Library (3100 Enon Rd) Join Fulton County Commissioner Marvin Arrington for his 5th Annual District 5 It Takes a Village Back-To-School Drive on Friday, August 2, 2019 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Wolf Creek Library located at 3100 Enon Road, Atlanta, GA 30349. School supplies will be distributed, plus free hot dogs and popcorn. To RSVP via Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/5th-annual-it-takes-a-village-sw-tickets-54668500958
  • Saturday, August 3 - Sustainability Impact Festival & Olympics - 11am, Frederick Douglass High School (225 Hamilton E Holmes Dr NW) Join Fulton County Commissioner Marvin S. Arrington, Jr. and the Frederick Douglass High School Alumni for the First Annual Sustainability Impact Festival & Olympics (SIFO) on Saturday, August 3, 2019, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Frederick Douglass High School located at 225 Hamilton E. Holmes Drive, NW, Atlanta, GA 30318, as we learn about sustainability efforts happening around Fulton County and the City of Atlanta. Be on site to explore sustainability programs that will help participants incorporate best practices in sustainable and healthy lifestyles.
  • Saturday, August 3 - Back to School Jamboree - 12pm, The Mall West End (850 Oak St SW) STEM/STEAM Youth Talent Show! Youth Shark Tank!!! Celebrity Guests! Health Screenings! Prizes & More! Sponsored by The Mall West End, City Councilwoman Cleta Winslow, Women's Council of EBR. For more info contact Community Relations at levelblend@yahoo.com or call 404.219.6400
If you have any local events that you'd like to see on the NPU-S calendar, please send email to events@npu-s.org. Please be sure to include the date, time, and location of your event!

The Mall West End Back to School Jamboree, August 3, 12pm, The Mall West End

STEM/STEAM Youth Talent Show! Youth Shark Tank!!! Celebrity Guests! Health Screenings! Prizes & More!

Saturday August 3, 2019 12pm - 5pm

The Mall West End
850 Oak Street
Atlanta, GA 30310

Sponsored by
The Mall West End
City Councilwoman Cleta Winslow
Women's Council of EBR

For more info contact Community Relations at levelblend@yahoo.com or call 404.219.6400

City of Atlanta Code Enforcement Training Academy, Application Deadline August 2

Sponsored by the City of Atlanta Code Enforcement Commission. Free to City of Atlanta residents!

Learn about how code enforcement works, discover your role in it, fight blight, and become a community ambassador!

The Code Enforcement Commission partners to implement a Code Enforcement Training Academy to empower City of Atlanta residents with knowledge surrounding code enforcement and the law through various departments. The City of Atlanta Code Enforcement Academy Training program will provide participants with knowledge of core job functions through classroom instruction and educate members of the community on departmental structure, premise violations, substandard structures, 3-1-1 overview and community partnerships.

All sessions will be held at the City of Atlanta Fire Rescue Training Academy
407 Ashwood Ave, SW
Atlanta, GA, 30315
9:00 a.m. to Noon

August 24:  APD Code Enforcement, ATL311
September 7:  Dept. of Public Works
September 21:  Office of Buildings: Zoning, Permits, Licenses
October 5:  Dept. of Watershed Management, Fire Rescue
October 19:  The Court System

Register by August 2, 2019 (Fall Course limited to 60 participants)

City of Atlanta residency required. Attach proof of residency to paper application or email to codeacademy@atlantaga.gov
Paper Application (Complete & return)
Electronic Application
Application also available at the Office of Municipal Clerk and City of Atlanta Parks & Recreation centers.

Applications can be submitted electronically, via email, or returned to the address below.
City of Atlanta
Office of Municipal Clerk
55 Trinity Avenue, SW
Suite 2700
Atlanta, Georgia 30303

For questions, email codeacademy@atlantaga.gov, call 404-546-4982, or visit https://www.atlantaga.gov/government/departments/public-works/keep-atlanta-beautiful-commission/code-enforcement-commission


Fulton County Sheriff’s Office 9th annual Homeless Initiative, August 10, 10am, Fulton County Courthouse

The Fulton County Sheriff’s Office in conjunction with their Chaplaincy Program will host a one day event to help the homeless.

The Sheriff's Office is holding its 9th annual Homeless Initiative on Saturday, August 10, 2019 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in front of the Fulton County Courthouse at 185 Central Avenue, S.W. Atlanta, GA 30303.

Sheriff's deputies are asking for donations of common household goods including soap, deodorant, washcloths, towels, and assorted toiletries to go to the homeless in our area. ALL DONATIONS MUST BE IN BY AUGUST 7TH. If you would like your area to be a drop-off/pick-up location, please call Lt. S. Edwards (404-612-3113) or Sgt. J. Price (404-612-3480)

There will also be donation collection/drop off barrels located at the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office, Juvenile Court house, Fulton County Jail, North/Alpharetta Jail Annex, South Fulton (Union City) Jail Annex, and Grady Detention center.

For additional info contact the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office Community Outreach Section at 404-612-6624. community.outreach.fcso@fultoncountyga.gov

District 5 It Takes a Village Back-To-School Giveaway - August 2, 4pm, Wolf Creek Library

Join Fulton County Commissioner Marvin Arrington for his 5th Annual District 5 It Takes a Village Back-To-School Drive on Friday, August 2, 2019 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Wolf Creek Library located at 3100 Enon Road, Atlanta, GA 30349. School supplies will be distributed, plus free hot dogs and popcorn.

Click here to RSVP via Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/5th-annual-it-takes-a-village-sw-tickets-54668500958

Special thanks to the Fulton-DeKalb Hospital Authority, WellStar, Georgia Power, and the Atlanta Coca-Cola Bottling Company South Metro.

It Takes A Village Flyer

Opportunity ATL Job & Resource Fair - August 14, 9am, Impact Event Center

30+ Employers, 946 jobs that need to be filled, 250+ jobs available for hiring on-the-spot, 15 Employers conducting on-the-spot interviews

If you are 18- to 24-years-old and looking for a job or need access to training and resources to help prepare for employment, join us August 14 from 9am to 3pm at Impact Event Center, 2323 Sylvan Road, East Point, GA 30344.

Connect with 50+ Employers, Training Providers, and Support Services:
  • 30+ Employers looking to fill 700+ jobs
  • 10+ Employers will be hiring on-the-spot for 250+ jobs
  • 13+ Employers will be conducting on-the-spot interviews 
  • 10 Providers offering free job training programs
  • Support Services from Cherokee, Clayton, Cobb, DeKalb, Douglas, Fayette, Fulton, Gwinnett, Henry & Rockdale Counties.
Free On-Site Services for Jobseekers:
  • Resume Review and Interview Coaching 
  • Professional Attire Closet, sponsored by Goodwill of North Georgia
  • Mobile Computer Labs for on-the-spot applications, provided by WorkSource Metro Atlanta
Register Here: https://www.opportunityatl.org/job-fair

Restorative Justice Expungement Program, sponsored by Georgia Justice Project and Fulton County Solicitor Keith Gammage. Counties participating include: Fulton, Clayton, DeKalb and Douglas. (Separate registration required. Must register here: http://www.fultonrestorativejustice.org/ by 7/26/19)

Your misdemeanor criminal record may be restricted if any of the following applies to you:
  • Arrested by a Fulton, Clayton, DeKalb or Douglas County agency.
  • Not convicted or not found guilty at trial.
  • Certain misdemeanors under 21/youthful offender pleas.
  • Completed a pre-trial intervention (PTI)/diversion program.
  • Completed “first offender” screening available.

National Night Out 2019 - August 6, 6pm, Barbara McCoy Park


Cascade Ave Neighborhood Organization & Westridge-Sandtown Community Organization of Venetian Hills Present:

National Night Out 2019

August 6, 2019 - 6-8pm

Barbara McCoy Park
1640 Kenmore St
Atlanta, Georgia

Come Join Us For:
Kids' Activities
Food & Drinks
Fitness for Seniors
Emergency Response Vehicles
Clowns
Photo Booth
Family Fun & more!

Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/477568749725897/

Fort Mac LRA Community Engagement Subcommittee Meeting (CES) - Wednesday, July 24, 5:30pm, Fort Mac LRA Office

Wednesday, July 24th, from 5:30 - 7:30pm

1794 Walker Street Southwest, Atlanta, GA 30310, United States

Note: Enter Fort Mac via the entrance at Lee St. and Thorne Ave. and follow signs.

http://fortmaclra.com/event/community-engagement-subcommittee-meeting-ces-4/2019-07-24/

Task Force for the Promotion of Public Trust - July 30, 5:30, City Hall

This will be the third (3rd) of four (4) public meetings of the City of Atlanta Task Force for the Promotion of Public Trust. This meeting will feature a guest speaker on best practices for promoting integrity in public agencies, including examples of programs implemented in other jurisdictions. In addition, there will be further briefings by City agencies concerning current processes. There will be an opportunity for public comment at this meeting.

Breastfeeding Workshop & Education - July 24, 9am, and July 25, 8:30am, Adamsville Regional Health Center

Moms, come out and learn about the importance of breastfeeding for you and your baby.

The Fulton County Board of Health is hosting two events at Adamsville Regional Health Center, 3700 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive SW, in support of breastfeeding moms.

  • July 24 – Breastfeeding workshop - 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.
    • Join us to learn more about breastfeeding and important health information. There will be prizes, information, refreshments & much more!
  • July 25 – The National Breast Express Tour bus bring breastfeeding education via this awesome mobile van - 8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
    • pumpspotting is coming to the Fulton County Health Center to support families in the community. Come on board the 40 foot RV pumping/nursing suite on wheels, grab a snack, get your lactation questions answered, and be supported. Can't wait to see you there. Questions? 404.906.3826

Free and open to the public.  All moms invited.

NPU-S Calendar of Events, July 22-28

Coming up this week on the NPU-S calendar:

NPU-S Events:

  • Monday, July 22 - ARTlanta Jam Session - 7pm, Stained Gallery (1719 Sayers St). Weekly live band and performances, art, free entry until 9. https://www.facebook.com/events/1790704664368979
  • Tuesday, July 23 - Fulton Fresh Market - 1pm, Outdoor Activity Center (1442 Richland Rd). Every week, attendees participate in a 30-minute UGA Extension SNAP-Ed nutrition education food demonstration and then are provided with a free bag of in-season produce from our mobile market.
  • Thursday, July 25 - Cascade Avenue Neighborhood Organization - 7pm, Fire Station 14 (1203 Lee St.). Covers south of Beecher to north of Avon, from Cascade Heights to Westmont.  For more information, contact cascadeaveneighborhood@gmail.com
  • Saturday, July 27 - WAWA Walk with a Doc - 9am,  Lionel Hampton Trail (390 Willis Mill Road) Free, registration required. Weekly walk with health professionals, ask questions while getting fit. https://wawa-online.eventbrite.com

External Events:

  • Monday, July 22 - Colson Whitehead in Conversation with Gail O'Neill, The Nickel Boys - 6pm, Atlanta History Center (130 West Paces Ferry). Description:The Atlanta History Center and the National Book Foundation are making 20 free tickets available to The Baton Foundation. This offer includes one free, signed copy of Mr. Whitehead's book, The Nickel Boys.  More information at https://www.atlantahistorycenter.com/programs/colson-whitehead-in-conversation-with-gail-oneill-the-nickel-boys
  • Monday, July 22 - Southside Beltline Study Group Public Meeting - 6:30pm, Atlanta Technical College - Cleveland L. Dennard Conference Center.  Learn what to expect for the future Southside trail over the next 6 months. This meeting will provide interim trail construction updates, an overview of a recent federal grant BUILD application as well as an exciting announcement regarding additional construction opportunities.
  • Thursday, July 25 - Lunch-N-Learn: Small Business Loans - 11:30am, McDonald's Training Center (1176  RDA). West End Merchant's Coalition will have bankers from Citizen's Trust, Unity National Bank, PNC, Wells Fargo and on the RISE Financial centers coming in to teach you the ins and outs of their Small Business Programs.
If you have any local events that you'd like to see on the NPU-S calendar, please send email to events@npu-s.org. Please be sure to include the date, time, and location of your event!

NPU-S meeting tonight, 7/18, 7pm

Greetings, neighbors! It's that time again - Neighborhood Planning Unit S, which covers the neighborhoods of Oakland City, Cascade, Venetian Hills, Bush Mountain, and Ft. Mac, is holding its monthly meeting tonight, Thursday the 18th.

This month we'll have two presentations - one on the Atlanta Streets Alive festival coming in September, and another on a proposed renaming of the Lakewood/Ft. Mac MARTA station. Plus, we have our community reports and reports from various City departments and elected officials.

So come on out! As always, it'll be at VICARS, 838 Cascade Ave, at 7pm.

Agenda at http://bit.ly/NPUSAgendaJuly2019

NPU-S Schedule of Events July 15-21

Coming up this week on the NPU-S calendar:

NPU-S Events:

  • Monday, July 15 - ARTlanta Jam Session - 7pm, Stained Gallery (1719 Sayers St). Weekly live band and performances, art, free entry until 9. https://www.facebook.com/events/1790704664368979
  • Tuesday, July 16 - Fulton Fresh Market - 1pm, Outdoor Activity Center (1442 Richland Rd). Every week, attendees participate in a 30-minute UGA Extension SNAP-Ed nutrition education food demonstration and then are provided with a free bag of in-season produce from our mobile market.
  • Tuesday, July 16 - Beecher-Donnelly Community Association - 7pm, West End Family Life & Community Center (1191 Donnelly Ave SW). Covers the area between Oakland Drive and Cascade, from Richland to Donnelly. 
  • Thursday, July 18 - NPU-S General Meeting - 7pm, VICARS (838 Cascade Ave). Two presentations, one voting item, and an informational item. Agenda at http://bit.ly/NPUSAgendaJuly2019
  • Saturday, July 20 - WAWA Walk with a Doc - 9am,  Lionel Hampton Trail (390 Willis Mill Road) Free, registration required. Weekly walk with health professionals, ask questions while getting fit. https://wawa-online.eventbrite.com
  • Saturday, July 20 - Westridge/Sandtown Venetian Hills Neighborhood Organization - 10am, Metropolitan Library (1332 Metropolitan Pkwy SW). Monthly meeting of WSCO, which operates over the entirety of Venetian Hills. Contact VenetianHillsPresident@gmail.com for more information.

External Events:

  • Wednesday, July 17 - NPU-I Meeting - 7pm, CT Martin Natatorium and Recreation Center (3201 MLK Dr.). Covers the neighborhoods of Audubon Forest, Beecher Hills, Cascade Heights, Collier Heights, Florida Heights, Ivan Hill, Mangum Manor, Peyton Forest, West Manor, Westhaven, and Westwood Terrace.
  • Friday, July 19 - "It takes a Village" Back-To-School Giveaway - 4pm, The Villages at Carver Family YMCA (1600 Pryor Rd SW).  School supplies will be provided to approximately one thousand (1,000) students in attendance on a first-come-first-served basis. Refreshments will be served as supplies last. RSVP at http://2019ITAVSE.eventbrite.com 
  • Saturday, July 20 - Atlanta Planning Advisory Board General Meeting - 10am, Atlanta City Hall (55 Trinity Ave)
If you have any local events that you'd like to see on the NPU-S calendar, please send email to events@npu-s.org. Please be sure to include the date, time, and location of your event!

NPU-S Schedule of Events: July 8-14

Coming up this week on the NPU-S calendar:

NPU-S Events:

  • Monday, July 8 - ARTlanta Jam Session - 7pm, Stained Gallery (1719 Sayers St). Weekly live band and performances, art, free entry until 9. https://www.facebook.com/events/1790704664368979
  • Tuesday, July 9 - Fulton Fresh Market - 1pm, Outdoor Activity Center (1442 Richland Rd). Every week, attendees participate in a 30-minute UGA Extension SNAP-Ed nutrition education food demonstration and then are provided with a free bag of in-season produce from our mobile market.
  • Tuesday, July 9 - Graymont Drive Neighborhood Organization - 6:30pm, St. Peter's Missionary Baptist Church (1558 Venetian Dr). Monthly meeting of GDNA, which operates over Graymont, Elizabeth, Lockwood, and Westmont. Contact DionneMoore2015@gmail.com for more information. 
  • Saturday, July 13 - WAWA Walk with a Doc - 9am,  Lionel Hampton Trail (390 Willis Mill Road) Free, registration required. Weekly walk with health professionals, ask questions while getting fit. https://wawa-online.eventbrite.com
  • Saturday, July 13 - WAWA Service Saturdays - 10am,  Outdoor Activity Center (1442 Richland Rd SW) Free, registration required. Provides the opportunity for youth 10 years and older to participate in meaningful activities encouraging conservation, stewardship and experiential learning.   https://wawa-online.eventbrite.com
  • Saturday, July 13 - Bush Mountain Community Organization - Outdoor Activity Center (1442 Richland Rd SW). Come to the inaugural meeting of the newly reconstituted Bush Mountain Community Organization! For more information, contact Tavius Elder at taviuselder@yahoo.com.
  • Sunday, July 14 - NPU-S Executive Committee and Team meetings - assorted times, Metropolitan Library, conference room C. Also available via All are welcome to attend:
    • 2:30 pm, Land Use Team - covering zoning, code enforcement, transportation, and related topics. For more information contact land@npu-s.org.
    • 3:00 pm, Assistant Services Team - covering education, senior services, and related topics. Administers the senior lawncare program. For more information contact assistant@npu-s.org.
    • 3:15 pm, Quality of Life Team - covering public safety and human development, arts and recreation, and environmental issues. For more information contact quality@npu-s.org
    • 4:45, Executive Committee - reviews and updates the upcoming public meeting agenda, sets NPU policy. For more information contact chair@npu-s.org

External Events:

  • Monday, July 8 - NPU-V Meeting - Georgia Hill Neighborhood Center (250 Georgia Avenue SE). NPU-V encompasses the communities of Mechanicsville, Summerhill, Peoplestown, Pittsburgh, Adair Park, and Capitol Gateway.
  • Wednesday, July 10 - Summer Dialog: 2019 Tax Assessments - 6pm, Metropolitan Library (1332 Metropolitan Pkwy SW). Constituents will receive important information about initiatives and county services from Commissioner Arrington and Fulton County department heads. Representatives from the Tax Assessors’ office will be on hand to answer taxpayer questions and share information with constituents.
  • Wednesday, July 10 - NPU-T Meeting - 7pm,  Absalom Jones Center (807 Atlanta Student Movement Blvd SW). NPU-T encompasses the communities of Ashview Heights, Atlanta University Center, Harris Chiles, Just Us, Castleberry Hill, West End, and Westview.  Please note, this is a different location from the regular meeting space.
  • Saturday, July 13 - Atlanta Technical College Registration Event - 9am-2pm, Atlanta Technical College (1560 Metropolitan Parkway).
  • Saturday, July 13 - Joint Beltline/West End LCI meeting - 9am, Herman Russeell Center, 508 Fair St. The City of Atlanta Department of City Planning and The Atlanta BeltLine, Inc. have teamed up to coordinate two planning efforts The West End Livable Centers Initiative (LCI) and Atlanta BeltLine Subarea 1 Plan update. Collectively, these plans will reflect the community’s vision and today’s market conditions, while incorporating an action-oriented implementation plan. For more information: https://beltline.org/event/southwest-study-group-public-meeting-14-2/
If you have any local events that you'd like to see on the NPU-S calendar, please send email to events@npu-s.org. Please be sure to include the date, time, and location of your event!