February 2012 Sandy Springs ROAD WORK UPDATES
February 19, 2012 by Lee Davenport
Despite all of the charm Sandy Springs offers, for many the constant complaint is the narrow streets not able to accommodate all of the bustling traffic to and from the great shops, restaurants, businesses and hospitals of the area. Thankfully, Sandy Springs is widening and updating many of it’s popular roads so get ready for better commute times.
Here are the updates as of this month:
T-0001 Abernathy Road/Johnson Ferry Road
The contractor is currently working on the second phase of bridge construction. Asphalt construction is taking place from Wright Road to Roswell Road on Abernathy. Construction is scheduled to be complete by December.
Sandy Springs 2012 Annual Town Meeting
February 19, 2012 by Lee Davenport
Do you want to have input in how the Town Center/Downtown area of Sandy Springs is developed? Then mark your calendar and plan to attend the March 22, 2012 Annual Sandy Springs Town Meeting.
At this meeting, Sandy Springs’ efforts to develop a Master Plan for our Town Center will be discussed. The March 22nd meeting will occur at the Sandy Springs’ City Hall building located at 7840 Roswell Rd., Building 500, Sandy Springs, GA 30350.
How to Finance Your Small Business
October 11, 2010 by Lee Davenport
The Sandy Springs/Perimeter Chamber of Commerce will present a breakfast program Monday, October 18th aimed at helping its small business members gain knowledge about what financial programs exist that can help their business.
Cornerstone Bank President & CEO Chris Burnett and Economic Development Corporation of Fulton County Executive Director Eugene Herriday will deliver the keynote address entitled, Building Capital Resources. For further details on how to participate in the meeting, contact events@sandysprings.org, 678-443-2990 or visit http://www.sspchamber.org
Increase Your Business in 2010
January 13, 2010 by Lee Davenport
Have a business that you want more exposure for? Or, interested in learning about some of the new businesses and their resources? Admission to the Business Expo is FREE and this event is open to the public. If you are a business owner, sign up to participate in the Sandy Springs/ Perimeter Chamber of Commerce’s Business Expo today and network with 94 exhibitors and hundreds of potential customers! Check out www.sspcexpo.org to see who’s already signed up to participate.
Mark your calendar now for the chamber’s second annual Business Expo & Luncheon (featuring UPS’ President of Operations, Mr. Rocky Romanella) presented by RBC Bank which will be held on Thursday, March 4 from 12-7 p.m. at the Westin Atlanta North.
Advertise Your Business in Metro Atlanta
August 3, 2009 by Lee Davenport
Looking for an effective way to advertise your business? How about putting your business in front of 30,000 potential customers without having to spend a ton of money?
The Sandy Springs/Perimeter Guidebook 2009-2010might just be the advertising vehicle you are looking for! The 2009-2010 Guide will be released in September and will be displayed at various retail locations, restaurants and hotels. For information about advertising in the Guide contact Brian Botkin with Publication Management Inc. at 404.255.5603 ext. 19 or by email, bbotkin@pubman.net.
Source: Sandy Springs Community News, July 24, 2009
Starting a Business? Get Free Help!
June 16, 2009 by Lee Davenport
Are you starting a business and need legal assistance? Whether you are in Sandy Springs, Marietta, Decatur or any of the Metro Atlanta cities, you may qualify for the GMEN Pro Bono Legal Services Pilot Program.
Here are the Microenterprise Eligibility Guidelines:
The GMEN Pro Bono Legal Services Pilot Program will focus on new and existing microenterprises. A microenterprise is defined as an owner-operated business with five or fewer employees and requiring less than $50,000 in start-up capital.
GMEN is attempting to locate a limited number of initial applicants for this pilot program. GMEN cannot guarantee that each applicant will be placed with a volunteer attorney.
June Business Events in Sandy Springs
June 11, 2009 by Lee Davenport
Mark your calendars for these upcoming Business events in Sandy Springs:
Join the Chamber for the next monthly breakfast meeting, Bagels & Business, on Monday, June 15from 7:30-9 a.m. at the Westin Atlanta North. Please reserve your spot by emailing jenny@sandysprings.org. Bagels & Business meetings are free for Chamber members and guests are welcome to attend of a fee of $15. For more information call the Chamber office at 404.255.5351 or visit our website, www.sandyspringsperimeterchamber.org.
Unwind with your Chamber friends after work on Thursday, June 18 from 5:30-7 p.m. at Wildfire Restaurant, 94 Perimeter Center West. Business After Hours are free for Chamber members and guests.
April Business Events in Sandy Springs
March 30, 2009 by Lee Davenport
Get ready for these upcoming Business events in April:
The Chamber’s Small Business Council will host their next Tool Kit meeting on Thursday, April 9 from 7- 9 a.m. Please visit the Chamber’s website for more information.
Networking @ Noon will be held on Thursday, April 9 from 11:15-1:00 p.m. at Food 101 in Sandy Springs. The cost to attend is $12 (cash only please) and includes your meal, beverage, tax and gratuity. Please email lindsay@sandysprings.org to get your name on the list for this meeting. Space is limited and reservations are required to attend.
Around Sandy Springs – Events This Week
March 24, 2009 by Lee Davenport
Riverwood International Charter School will present Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat on March 26, 27 and 28 at 7 p.m. and March 29 at 3 p.m. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students and are available at the door. Directed by Riverwood drama teacher Mary Beth van der Hoek, the Broadway hit showcases the talents of 65 students. For information, call 404.847.1980 or visit www.riverwoodhs.org.
MARCH Into These Business Events
February 28, 2009 by Lee Davenport
Don’t miss the Chamber’s first annual Business Expo on Friday, March 6 from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Westin Atlanta North. Come check out the nearly 100 businesses on display, sit in on one of our educational seminars or join us for breakfast! Parking and admission to the Expo and educational seminars is free. The Breakfast event is also free of charge with a reservation. For more information about the Business Expo please visit www.sandyspringsperimeterchamber.org.
Lee Davenport
