The High Shoals Messenger #7 from John and Fred

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From: Fred Johnson ilovehighshoals@yahoo.com
Date: 07/29/2013 10:28 AM (GMT-05:00)
To: Fred Johnson ilovehighshoals@yahoo.com
Subject: TONHS - The High Shoals Messenger #7 from John and Fred

The High Shoals Messenger.

                                                                                                                                                              ;         VOL. 2.1.        HIGH SHOALS, GA.,  THURSDAY, JULY 25, 2013.         NO. 7.
Since 1897  

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LOWER FIRE HALL MAY BE RAZED

Morgan Wheeler, NHS Building Official, has recommended the demolition of our lower fire hall. If you've been in there lately this comes as no surprise - it's a mess, and the back wall is about to give. At its meeting on July 15, 2013, Council received a quote for the building's destruction. But because the structure is old, they'd like to hear from you first. If you think the structure is historically significant, or if you just want it saved, please attend the Council meeting on August 19, 2013, at 7:30 pm. The final decision will likely be made then.

By the way, Council intends to set the new millage rate at that meeting. If that concerns you, be sure to be present and be heard.

HILLSBORO ROAD – IT'S COMPLICATED

More than two years have passed since the speed bumps were removed from Hillsboro Road. Although Council voted for the purchase of two new ones – twice – they have yet to be ordered. The project has hit its own bumps in the road.

First, Town attorney Joe Reitman has advised the mayor that before the bumps can be installed the speed limit must be reduced. Georgia law says the speed limit cannot be reduced until an engineering and traffic investigation finds that it should be (followed by the drafting of a proposed ordinance, notice, a public hearing, and Council's vote.)

Second, the county (which is opposed to the bumps) has informed Mayor Mike that the Hillsboro Road radar certification application is back on track. Which means Sheriff Berry could be out there shooting radar by the end of the year. The county wants Council to hold off on the bumps, to give radar enforcement a chance.

How convenient that the county's preference – certification - is suddenly right around the corner. Council member David Lawrence noted that some of the biggest speed limit violators on Hillsboro Road are county trucks.

THE RAIN

It feels like we're living in the Pacific Northwest. At the July Council meeting there were reports of gravel washing down driveways and onto Jefferson Road. That can damage the asphalt. While Mayor Mike will check with the county to see what it can do, we all might want to get out and salvage our gravel.

At that same meeting Council Member Violet Dawe pointed out the need for a supply of sandbags in case of flooding or errant weather:"I think the County should store them in the different fire stations for when we have emergencies."

Dr. Dawe is also looking for help setting up an emergency rescue system for animals, specifically"large animals, like goats, cows, and that sort of thing. If the county doesn't have a plan we need to start planning. We need to work together with the county in case of disasters. Tornado, flooding, ice storms whatever – major disasters, having several places set up to house large animals until they can be reclaimed when they're loose after a storm."Please, large animal owners and lovers, share your ideas with Violet.

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THE HIGH SHOALS MESSENGER.   HIGH SHOALS,   OCONEE COUNTY,  GEORGIA

HISTORY: The High Shoals Messenger was a weekly newspaper first published in 1897 by Ed. N. Center, editor and proprietor. Subscriptions cost 30¢ for 6 months or 50¢ per year, and were mailed out from the High Shoals Post Office. This monthly, electronic newsletter is published by Fred Johnson (ilovehighshoals@yahoo.com) and John MacKay (johnwmackay@gmail.com).

ADVERTISING: The Messenger will run the business card of any business with a Town of North High Shoals Occupational License without charge.

LETTERS TO THE EDITORS: Are welcomed if signed; anonymous submissions will be refused.

CONTACT THE MESSENGER: John MacKay - johnwmackay@gmail.com, Fred Johnson – ilovehighshoals@yahoo.com.

CONTACT THE TOWN: Town Hall, 108 Jefferson Road, POB 129, High Shoals, GA 30645 / 706.769.4289 / www.northhighshoals.org.

CONTACT THE COUNCIL: Mike Beall – nhsmayor.beall@gmail.com; Jason Wisniewski – wisniewskijm@gmail.com; Steve Holzman - steve_holzman@yahoo.com or 706.769.2819; David Lawrence - papalawrence@bellsouth.net; Stephen Arnold – stephen1160@bellsouth.net; Violet Dawe – 706.769.7805.

© 2013 Fred Johnson and John MacKay.