By Kimberly Gibson

• President, Lauren Rocereta welcomed everyone and instructed people to make sure they sign in, explained the agenda and open floor rules, thanked the zoo for allowing the use of the building, and explained voting eligibility.  She noted that the next meeting is Tuesday, May 21, 2013 at 7:30pm.  New member welcomes and introductions were made.
• Chris Balch representing NPU-W gave an update on 800 Glenwood project – committee was formed and denied the request for a second… Continue reading →

• Kevin called meeting to order at 7:10 PM

• Kevin made an announcement regarding the Beer Fest scheduled for Saturday May 18. This event is a major fundraiser for the East Atlanta Foundation, and a major source of funding for EACA. The Beer Fest is offering a $5 discount on tickets for EACA members. EACA and EABA are running a photo booth as a fundraiser for both organizations.

• Land Use & Zoning Report – presented by Andy Schneggenberger… Continue reading →

By Ashley McCartney

On April 18, Young Augustine’s graciously hosted our networking soiree. We again had sixteen attendees, albeit different guests than last month’s event. Imagine if everyone showed up to the same event! We thank Young Augustine’s for their hospitality and for welcoming us back. The beer list there is awesome. The food was amazing. We are lucky to have them in the neighborhood. I encourage all to check it out soon.

Earlier in the day on April 18,… Continue reading →

¡  Kevin called meeting to order at 7:09pm

¡  Kevin asked newcomers to introduce themselves

–      Sophia Johnson owns Sokai Salon, business in EAV for three years

–      Marius, lives on Met Place; builds custom furniture

–      Dave & Jane Cramer on Van Epps going on a month

–      Venus works at Sokai Salon

¡  East Atlanta Kids Club – Bike Rally (Jill Sieder, Director)

–      Celebrating 15 years in East Atlanta

–      After-school tutoring and other programs with kids… Continue reading →

By Kimberly Gibson

President, Lauren Rocereta

• Welcomed everyone and instructed people to make sure they sign in
• Explained the agenda and open floor rules
• Thank you to the zoo for allowing the use of the building
• Explained voting eligibility
• Next meeting is Tuesday, April 16 at 7:30pm
• New member welcome and introductions

Announcements:

• Household Hazardous Waste Event 4/27 from 9:00am to 1:00pm, Turner Field
• Oakland Cemetery Announcement – Mary Woodland, Director of Volunteers and Special Events
  • Asking for support for… Continue reading →

By Kimberly Gibson

President, Lauren Rocereta welcomed everyone and instructed people to make sure they sign in. She explained the agenda and open floor rules, thanked to the zoo for allowing the use of the building and explained voting eligibility. She noted that the next meeting is Tuesday, March 19 at 7:30pm and thanked to Mezcalito’s and Grant Central Pizza for refreshments. New member were welcomed and introductions were made.

Sonya Milner of Nicholas House related that it is located… Continue reading →

East Atlanta Community Meeting Notes 03-12-2013

• Kevin called meeting to order at 7:07 pm
• Kevin asked newcomers to introduce themselves
  • Laura and her husband just moved to Metropolitan Place
• Police report, Zone 6 – Officer Mitchell (beat officer) and Officer Gonzales (field trainee)
• APD trying to increase visibility in several ways:
  • On foot patrols
  • Efforts to meet business owners
• Jeep Cherokees are a hot item of late, as they start very easily;
  • Stolen vehicles are being used in robberies
• Q&A… Continue reading →

By Ashley McCartney

On February 21, 2013, Ziba’s Wine Bar hosted our networking soiree. Wow! They went out of their way to provide us with delicious complimentary appetizers and superb service. I am going to make it a point to have dinner at Ziba’s really soon and attend their monthly wine tastings every third Thursday of the month at 7:30 p.m. Heck, it’s only $13 a head! We had 15 attendees, some new faces and some old. We appreciate Ziba’s… Continue reading →

• Kevin called meeting to order at 7:09 PM

• Kevin asked newcomers to introduce themselves

– Krista Mason, partner owns H. Harper Station; interested in possibly launching a business in EAV, wants to learn about zoning

– Monica Campana, executive director of Living Walls

– Sarah, finance director of Living Walls

– Ben and his wife, moved to EAV recently

– Carla & Tony, opened new store at 532 Flat Shoals

– Alfred Artis, on behalf of Rep. Stacey… Continue reading →

By Kimberly Gibson

The Grant Park Neighborhood Association (GPNA) meeting commenced on Jan. 15, 2013 at 7:34pm.  President, Lauren Rocereta welcomed everyone, explained the agenda and open floor rules, thanked the Zoo for allowing the use of the building, and introduced City Councilwoman, Carla Smith and immediate past president, Russell Baggett.

City Councilwoman Carla Smith discussed Lakewood LCI, and the forming of the Friends of Cyclorama. Immediate Past President of GPNA and Grant Park Conservancy Board Member Russell Baggett explained… Continue reading →