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Christmas For Kids ProgramThe City of Dunwoody Police Department brings the Dunwoody community together to collect new and unwrapped gifts for deserving Dunwoody children from Newborn to age 15 years old. **2020 UPDATE** Although the COVID-19 pandemic has restricted CFK from holding our traditional Christmas celebration, we WILL be collecting and distributing toys and boxed meals to Dunwoody families in need. CFK REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN to the first 50 kids who qualify. Please contact Ana Varela at I
Dunwoody provides not-for-profit grants using CARES funding City allocates $300,000 for community efforts to assist those affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Dunwoody, GA – October 2, 2020 – This week, the Dunwoody City Council allocated $300,000 in CARES Act funding for assistance grants to local not-for-profit organizations that have served people impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Applications are available online now and due by 5 p.m. on October 15. “The economic impact of the pandemic has
Dunwoody paved 12 lane miles in 2020 and finished earlier than expected due to lower traffic counts. Dunwoody, GA – July 8, 2020 – The City of Dunwoody has completed its 2020 paving programwhich included 37 streets and 12 lane miles of asphalt. Contractors finished work earlier than anticipated due to lower traffic on the roads this spring.“As an essential business, construction was able to continue during the statewide shelter-in-place order resulting from COVID-19,” said Dunwoody Public Works Director
Dunwoody’s Mayor and City Council held a series of socially-distanced ribbon cuttings to mark the official opening of important enhancements to Brook Run Park.Dunwoody, GA – July 15, 2020 – Dunwoody’s Mayor and City Council marked the official opening of the new amphitheater, multi-sports fields and pavilion at Brook Run Park on Tuesday. Because of the pandemic, they met in small groups to keep a safe social distance during a series of ribbon cuttings at the park.“We look forward to the day when we can be
The City of Dunwoody is making plans to improve the safety and efficiency of the intersection of Chamblee Dunwoody Road, Womack Road and Ashford Center Parkway.Dunwoody, GA – July 6, 2020 – The City of Dunwoody is seeking public input on plans to improve the intersection of Chamblee Dunwoody Road, Womack Road and Ashford Center Parkway. Details of the plan and a video presentation can be found here: dunwoodyga.gov/womack.“The primary objective of this proposed project is to improve efficiency and safety of
Dunwoody’s Economic Development Department is connecting local restaurants with community groups to add a creative touch to outdoor dining Dunwoody, GA – June 24, 2020 – The City of Dunwoody Economic Development Department is encouraging local restaurants to add or expand outdoor dining with the painted picnic table project. The move is designed to make it easier for restaurants to meet social distancing requirements designed to protect against COVID-19. To start the project, the Home Depot donated 24
Mid-June signifies a milestone anniversary for Atlanta-based Financial Advisor, Ned Richards, CLU®. Since 1975, Mr. Richards has worked closely with individuals and business owners, helping them reach their long-term financial goals. Having experienced the effects cancer can have on one’s life, Ned Richards knows first-hand the importance of having a strong, coordinated financial plan. He is passionate about helping others protect themselves, their families, and their businesses. “Ashford Advisors
Annual restaurant week to transform into month-long promotion, supporting local restaurants and rewarding area residents with variety of special offers Dunwoody, Ga.–(May 21, 2020) – Discover Dunwoody, the city’s destination marketing organization, today announced an all-new ‘Dunwoody Restaurant Revamp Month,’ which will take place this June. The effort will demonstrate a sign of solidarity for local restaurants who have continued faithfully serving the community during the COVID-19 pandemic. With the
Community members will be able to go online to read and provide input on “Dunwoody Next,” the City’s Comprehensive Plan update for 2020. Dunwoody, GA – May 19, 2020 – The City of Dunwoody is taking a new approach to seek additional public input as part of “Dunwoody Next,” the Comprehensive Plan update for 2020. Starting today, community members are encouraged to go online to read the latest draft and provide feedback through a survey. “The draft includes changes made after our first public input meeting
Designed to make roads safer for everyone, Dunwoody’s Vulnerable Road Users (VRUs) Ordinance is the first of its kind in Georgia. Dunwoody, GA – April 23, 2020 – The City of Dunwoody’s Vulnerable Road Users (VRUs) Ordinance provides protections for bicyclists, pedestrians and others from potential dangers posed by drivers. Passed by the Dunwoody City Council in November 2019, the ordinance is the first of its kind in Georgia. It goes into effect on May 1, 2020. “Because of social distancing, we’re
Griffith Engineering and Mary Keesee are being honored for their commitment to the environment and community. Dunwoody, GA – April 21, 2020 – To help mark Earth Day, the City of Dunwoody is announcing the corporate and individual winners of the 2019 Sustainability Hero Awards. Nominated by members of the community, Griffith Engineering and Mary Keesee were selected for the honor by the City of Dunwoody Sustainability Committee. “Even in the midst of a pandemic, we want to recognize these leaders in
The City of Dunwoody Parks and Recreation Department is partnering with Country Gardens Dunwoody to support residents’ physical and mental health. Dunwoody, GA – April 22, 2020 – The City of Dunwoody Parks & Recreation Department is developing special physical and mental health programing in May for residents of Country Gardens Dunwoody and other seniors. May 27 is recognized as National Senior Health & Fitness Day. “We were originally planning in-person programs for our seniors but had to make
The National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors, NAIFA has announced its 2020 Top Female Advisors in Atlanta. Lisa M. Arnold, MBA, ChFC® and Nancy Du, MBA, RICP® of Ashford Advisors have been recognized. This is Lisa’s fifth year and Nancy’s second year awarded. The NAIFA-Atlanta’s Top Female Advisors award is based on an annual evaluation on excellence and achievement in the Insurance and Financial Services field based on production, years in the business, and community involvement.
The National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors, NAIFA has announced its 2020 Top Advisors Under 40 in Atlanta. Eight Financial Advisors with Ashford Advisors have been recognized including Britton D. Adams, ChFC®, Lisa M. Arnold, MBA, ChFC®, Austin Ehlinger, Elie E. Engler, ChFC®, CFP®, Edward Inman, ChFC®, CFP®, Andrew Matthieson, Michael Palmer, and Reagan H. Wolfe, ChFC®, CLU®. Recipients of NAIFA-Atlanta’s Top Advisors Under 40 are nominated by their peers or business associates and are
The City of Dunwoody and Perimeter Community Improvement Districts (PCIDs) create an important connector with the new Hammond Drive mid-block crosswalk. Dunwoody, GA – April 7, 2020 – The City of Dunwoody and Perimeter Community Improvement Districts (PCIDs) announce the activation of a new signalized, mid-block crosswalk on Hammond Drive to improve pedestrian safety and walkability in the area. “This will be an important addition as we begin to emerge from the current COVID-19 crisis,” said Dunwoody
Dunwoody Mayor Lynn Deutsch added a shelter-in-place amendment to the city’s COVID-19 emergency ordinance. Dunwoody, GA – March 28, 2020 – Residents in the City of Dunwoody will be under a shelter-in-place order starting at midnight tonight. This amendment to the city’s COVID-19 emergency ordinance includes exceptions for essential activities listed below. The order will be in effect through April 15, or until it is rescinded or amended by the Dunwoody City Council. “This is our strongest statement yet
With some exceptions, businesses that provide “massage, manicure, hairstyling, or personal grooming services” are required to close at midnight. Dunwoody, GA – March 23, 2020 – The Dunwoody City Council held a virtual, emergency special called meeting tonight and voted unanimously to require the temporary closure of Dunwoody businesses that provide “massage, manicure, hairstyling, or personal grooming services.” The decision is designed to reduce the risk of exposure to COVID-19 for employees and the
Dunwoody playgrounds and park restrooms will be closed starting Friday to help protect against the spread of COVID-19. Dunwoody, GA – March 19, 2020 – Starting Friday, the City of Dunwoody will close playgrounds and park restrooms to help protect against the spread of COVID-19. This is an emergency administrative action that applies to all city parks. Dunwoody parks with playground equipment include the following: Brook Run ParkDunwoody Park and Nature CenterGeorgetown ParkPernoshal ParkWindwood
Bars and restaurants in the City of Dunwoody will be allowed to offer only delivery and takeout under an emergency ordinance approved by the Dunwoody City Council. Dunwoody, GA – March 18, 2020 – During an emergency special called meeting Wednesday night, the Dunwoody City Council unanimously approved temporary dining restrictions for Dunwoody bars and restaurants to reduce the risk of exposure to COVID-19 for employees and the public. The emergency ordinance advises establishments to cease dine-in
Ashford Advisors, a financial services and wealth management firm headquartered in Atlanta has recently established a new office in Alpharetta, Georgia. This Alpharetta branch is led by Financial Advisors Andrew Matthieson, Michael Palmer, and Daniel A. Taylor, CLU®, ChFC®, CFP®. “We are so excited to open an office in Alpharetta. As someone who grew up in the community, I've always wanted to take Ashford's great history and track record and bring a physical presence to the town where I grew up,” said
The Dunwoody Police Department and City of Dunwoody government will continue operations while City Hall is closed to the public as a precaution. Dunwoody, GA – March 14, 2020 – In an abundance of caution related to COVID-19, Dunwoody City Hall will be closed to the public until March 30 to protect staff and visitors to the building. Police and city operations will continue during this time. “Our priority is to keep everyone safe and healthy. I’m grateful for the preparation by staff to be ready to
Ashford Advisors has been awarded a Top Workplace 2020, National Standard honor by The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. The list is based solely on employee feedback gathered through a third-party survey administered by research partner Energage, LLC, a leading provider of technology-based employee engagement tools. The anonymous survey measures several aspects of workplace culture, including alignment, execution, and connection, just to name a few. “We are honored to be recognized by the AJC as a Top
Seven financial professionals with Ashford Advisors were announced as 2020 DI Inner Circle Qualifiers. Guardian’s Inner Circle is an award that recognizes producers who consistently produce high-volume, high-quality disability income business; this typically represents the top 2% of producers doing individual disability income business through Guardian agencies. The qualifiers for Inner Circle are Peter E. Bourg, Elie E. Engler, ChFC®, CFP®, Joshua M. Ketchie, CFP®, CPA, ChFC®, Mark O. Matia, M. Travis
ATLANTA, GA & JACKSON, MS – Managing Director and Financial Advisor, Camille Snyder and Daniel Taylor, CLU®, ChFC®, CFP®, Managing Director and Director of Brokerage Sales, qualified for the Presidential Citation Award for excellence in management. This Guardian award recognizes agency leadership development among Recruiting and Managing Directors. The two Ashford Advisors’ Managing Directors will have the opportunity to attend the Presidential Citation Award (PCA) Conference in Puerto Rico in June, where
The community is invited to a dessert reception and address by Dunwoody Mayor Lynn Deutsch on March 12. Dunwoody, GA – March 2, 2020 – Dunwoody Mayor Lynn Deutsch will give her first State of the City address on Thursday, March 12 at 7 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall of Dunwoody Methodist Church, located at 1548 Mt. Vernon Road. The event is free and open to all. It will begin with a dessert reception. “I look forward to this opportunity to celebrate Dunwoody’s accomplishments and share my vision for the
Nearly 1.4 Million Sq. Ft. of Approved Developments Added in 2019; Major Projects in the Pipeline for 2020 Dunwoody, Ga. – March 3, 2020 – The City of Dunwoody today announced approximately 1.4 million sq. ft. of mixed-use developments, office and restaurant space were leased in 2019, adding to the thriving landscape of Atlanta’s first edge city. The city’s Perimeter Market continues to be one of the region’s predominant economic engines, with 2020 expected to see substantial expansion as new projects
The Arbor Day Foundation named Dunwoody as a 2019 Tree City USA community for its commitment to effective urban forest management. Dunwoody, GA – February 20, 2020 – For the eighth year, the City of Dunwoody is being recognized by the Arbor Day Foundation as a “Tree City USA” community for making the planting and care of trees a priority. “Tree City USA communities see the impact an urban forest has in a community first hand," said Dan Lambe, president of the Arbor Day Foundation. “The trees being planted
Atlanta based Financial Planner, Michael Ghioto, CFP®, RICP® celebrates a milestone anniversary this month. Whether he is helping his clients with their wealth accumulation, investment strategies, or retirement planning, he finds joy in bringing organization and confidence to his clients’ financial lives. He is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNERTM professional and earned the designation of Retirement Income Certified Planner from The American College. “Fifteen years ago, Ashford had the good fortune of Michael
Perimeter Center East Park would be city’s first neighborhood park in the Perimeter area of Dunwoody. Dunwoody, GA – February 11, 2020 – The Dunwoody City Council unanimously approved funding on Monday night for design services for Perimeter Center East Park. The vote is an important step in establishing a neighborhood park in the Perimeter area of Dunwoody.“This park is a priority for me,” said Dunwoody Mayor Lynn Deutsch. “I’d like to see this completed by 2021, with children and families enjoying it as
On January 30th, Ashford Advisors held its annual Awards Dinner in the Grand Ballroom at the Dunwoody Country Club celebrating the accomplishments of associates and the firm. This year’s noteworthy accomplishments are as follows:Nine representatives qualified for Guardian’s highest honors. Matthew G. Lipscomb, CLU®, ChFC® qualified for one of Guardian’s most prestigious awards, President’s Council. Additionally, Peter E. Bourg, Howard C. Busbey, Jr., CLU®, Austin Ehlinger, Elie E. Engler, ChFC®, CFP®,
“Silent Partners” will bring together police, businesses and residents to make Dunwoody safer together with new crime-fighting technology. Dunwoody, GA – January 31, 2020 – The Dunwoody Police Department is introducing “Silent Partners,” a new community initiative designed to fight crime with new technology. Using a network of security cameras and license plate readers (LPRs), the department will partner with residents and business owners to share and stream video footage that may assist in solving and
The installation of community bike racks is one initiative that helped Dunwoody reach gold-level recognition by the Atlanta Regional Commission. Dunwoody, GA – January 22, 2020 – The City of Dunwoody has recently upgraded to the Gold level under the Atlanta Regional Commission’s (ARC) Green Communities Program, demonstrating the city’s ongoing commitment to environmental stewardship and leadership in sustainability practices. Dunwoody had previously been recognized at the Silver level. The Atlanta
Public input is an important part of “Dunwoody Next,” the City’s Comprehensive Plan update for 2020.Dunwoody, GA – January 16, 2020 – The City of Dunwoody will seek public input as part of “Dunwoody Next,” the Comprehensive Plan update for 2020. With guidance from Georgia’s Department of Community Affairs, the City of Dunwoody revisits and revises its Comprehensive Plan every five years to help refine the community’s vision for the future. “The Comprehensive Plan is a roadmap for long-range policy
The public is invited to learn more about the 2020 Census during an information meeting at the Dunwoody Library on January 28. Dunwoody, GA – January 8, 2020 – The City of Dunwoody and the Atlanta Regional Census Center will hold a Census Community Forum at the Dunwoody Library on Tuesday, January 28 at 6:30 p.m. All are invited to attend this informational forum, which will begin with a presentation, followed by a question and answer session. “Dunwoody has formed a Complete Count Committee, and we’re
No data was compromised during the Christmas Eve attack thanks to the swift response of City contractors and staff. Dunwoody, GA – January 9, 2020 – The City of Dunwoody is working with the FBI to investigate a Christmas Eve attack on the City’s computer systems. Contractors and City staff worked swiftly to defend the City against the ransomware attack and limit the impact. Backup procedures used by the Dunwoody Police Department ensured continuous operations throughout the holidays, and public safety
The public is invited to view preliminary plans, ask questions and provide feedback on this important project on January 23 at Dunwoody City Hall. Dunwoody, GA – January 7, 2020 – The City of Dunwoody will hold a public information open house for Phase 2 of the Ashford Dunwoody Commuter Trail from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, January 23 at Dunwoody City Hall, 4800 Ashford Dunwoody Road. This is a joint project with the Perimeter Community Improvement Districts (PCIDs) and is an extension of Phase 1 of the
ATLANTA, GA - This September, Atlanta-based Financial Advisor, Austin Ehlinger celebrates his fifth anniversary with financial services firm Ashford Advisors.Austin entered the financial services industry when he joined Ashford Advisors in 2014. Austin knew he wanted a career that gave him the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with people and help them make important financial decisions based on their dreams and goals. He does this for his clients by showing them a clear picture of where they
Dunwoody City Council approves the purchase of Waterford Swim and Racquet Club using county park bond money. Dunwoody, GA – December 10, 2019 – The Dunwoody City Council approved the purchase of seven acres from the Waterford Swim and Racquet Club to create additional park space and trails. DeKalb County Commissioner Nancy Jester secured funding for the $125,000 purchase using District 1 park bond money. “It was a great journey to get here,” said Dunwoody Councilman Tom Lambert, who began meeting with
Members of the community are invited to lend a hand with projects for nonprofits and parks on Monday, Jan. 20, 2020.Dunwoody, GA – December 9, 2019 – Dunwoody Parks and Recreation invites local organizations and members of the community to participate in the city’s fourth annual Martin Luther King, Jr. (MLK) Day of Service on Monday, Jan. 20 from 9 a.m. to noon. Working in partnership with the Dunwoody Atlanta chapter of Jack and Jill of America, Inc., the city will host projects including tree planting,
December signifies a milestone anniversary for Birmingham-based Brokerage Manager, Sam Duffey, CLU®. “When income slows or stops, it immediately becomes quite difficult for most of us to reach our financial goals. As I work with financial professionals, I want them to develop a healthy understanding of how their client’s income permeates through an entire financial and lifestyle plan.” Because of his thorough approach to education and service, Sam is frequently called on to train and share his experience
Dunwoody, GA – November 14, 2019 – The City of Dunwoody will bring ice skating, food trucks, music, and a movie to Brook Run Park on December 7 to create a Winter Wonderland for all to enjoy. Brook Run Park is located at 4770 N. Peachtree Road in Dunwoody. “We hope this will be the start of a new Dunwoody tradition,” said Dunwoody Parks Recreation Supervisor Rachel Waldron. “We look forward to showcasing Dunwoody’s largest park, Brook Run, in a new and special way.” Winter Wonderland will begin at 10
WHEREAS the State of Georgia and Georgia Department of Transportation are investing approximately $800 million in two projects to improve the Interstate 285 and Georgia 400 interchange and collector and distributor road system serving the interchange and surrounding area (collectively the "Project"); Whereas Governor Nathan Deal has stated the Project "is a crucial economic engine, providing valuable access to jobs, supporting business growth, and expanding Georgia’s role as a major logistics hub for
Board of Directors: Resolution of Support A RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF PROPOSED WESTSIDE CONNECTOR WHEREAS the Perimeter Business District located in the Cities of Dunwoody, Sandy Springs and Brookhaven is one of Georgia’s largest employment centers; WHEREAS the Perimeter Business District accounts for a significant portion of the City of Dunwoody’s tax base; WHEREAS the Perimeter Business District attracts world class employers’ operations and headquarters to locate in the District; WHEREAS in excess
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