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BETTER TOGETHER
Action Agenda
August 4, 2014
Updates from the Meeting are Posted in Red
Meeting Attendees – Listing of those Present and Guests
Wayne Boston Hope Peaks
Ansley Bradwell Barbara Peck
Emma Harrison Cindy Ringwall
Teri Harrison Carly Tucci
Peyton Jamison Jackie Tucci
Sharon Lockwood Nancilee Wolfe
Michelle Miralles
Better Together Facebook Site – 202 “Likes”
It was reported that since the last meeting, Better Together now has more
than 200 “likes” on its Facebook site. It was emphasized that frequent
updating of the site is important in order to ensure continued interest in
Better Together activities.
Events and Activities –
North Fulton Community Charities – Back to School Program
o Donations – Backpack and School Supply Items
o Elkins Pointe Middle School – August 9 from 9 am to 1 pm
It was reported that several boxes of school supply items, together with
new backpacks, had been collected and delivered to NFCC for its Back
to School Program. Also, several Better Together volunteers will be
assisting with the Back to School activities on August 9 at the Elkins
Pointe Middle School. Last year some 500 families received assistance
as a result of this annual event.
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Adopt-A-Road Clean-Up – October 25 at 9 am
Barbara reported that our next adopt-a-road clean-up is scheduled for
Saturday, October 25.
An Evening with Fulton County Commissioner-Elect Bob Ellis –
November 6 at City Hall Chambers at 7 pm
Arrangements have been made to host Fulton County Commissioner-
Elect Bob Ellis on Thursday, November 6. This should be a very
popular event given that Commissioner-Elect Ellis will be taking office
in January 2015.
Connecting Residents with Businesses –
Rainbeau Orchids
Wayne reported that he has had discussions with Don Baker, owner of
Rainbeau Orchids, for an event in the September/October timeframe.
CJ’s Talk of the Town
Wayne reported that he had met with CJ Bognar, owner of CJ’s Talk of
the Town. Tentative plans call for an even in the September/October
timeframe.
Welcoming New Residents Initiative – July Mailing (68)
It was reported that mailings have been completed to those families who
purchased homes in Milton during the month of July 2014. Each family
received a welcoming letter from the Mayor, together with the Milton
Newcomer’s Guide.
Better Together Topic Survey – Survey Monkey
With a view toward identifying possible topics for community
presentations in the future, a Better Together Survey has been posted on
the Facebook site of Better Together and the City of Milton. In addition,
the survey has also been placed on the Twitter site for the City of Milton.
This survey has the potential of reaching over 3,000 residents in the Milton
area. Those responding to the survey will have the opportunity to voice
their opinions on the types of programs they would like to see offered in
the future.
Open Discussion
Cindy Ringwall, current President of the Milton-Windward Rotary Club,
participated in the meeting. Since Better Together and the Rotary Club, in
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many cases, have similar goals with respect to serving the community,
possible ways in which to combine efforts from time to time were
discussed. Specifically, the connecting residents with businesses might be
an opportunity. Wayne and Cindy will be discussing ways in which the
two organizations might work together in the future when and where
possible in order to fulfill common goals.
Jackie and Carly Tucci raised the possibility of Better Together assisting at
The Lionheart School’s Summer Farm Camp’s work day.
Next Meeting – August 18 – Bethwell Community Center