Tenth Annual Mayor’s Cup Benefits Atlanta Youth Programs
Yesterday, business and community leaders joined Mayor Shirley Franklin at the St. Ives Country Club to golf for a worthy cause at the 10th Annual Mayor’s Cup Golf Tournament fundraiser.
Proceeds from the Mayor’s Cup Golf Tournament benefit the City of Atlanta’s summer program, Camp Best Friends, and First Tee of Atlanta. Camp Best Friends has locations at more than 30 City of Atlanta recreation centers and annually provides recreational programming to more than 3,800 Atlanta youth. For more information, visit their webpage.
First Tee of Atlanta, located at John A. White Park, provides complimentary golf instruction for youth age 7-17. During the Tournament, members of First Tee of Atlanta participated in a Camper’s Cup challenge, where they demonstrated their golfing skills.
Georgia Tech head basketball coach Paul Hewitt was the keynote speaker at the Mayor’s Breakfast. Hewitt discussed the importance of sports in the life of a young person and the significant role that coaches play as mentors in a child’s development academically, socially and physically.
Additional funds were raised during the Tournament’s live auction. These funds will be used toward the Camp Best Friends endowment and the First Tee of Atlanta program.
An autographed basketball signed by NBA Hall-of-Famer Earvin “Magic” Johnson was one of the items available for auction at the Mayor’s Cup Golf Tournament fundraiser.
Youth from the First Tee of Atlanta program participated in the Camper’s Cup tournament where they showcased their golfing skills. Pictured from left to right (bottom) Denisa Lewis, Kristy Ware, Candice Lewis, Mayor Shirley Franklin, and Wesley Yates. (top) William Lewis, head golf professional at First Tee of Atlanta, Kyndal Turner, Olajawun Ajanaku, Keller Tomassi and Jim Neal, director of the First Tee of Atlanta.
Community and business leaders golfed for a cause at the 10th Annual Mayor’s Cup Golf Tournament fundraiser.
Mayor Shirley Franklin puts during the 10th Annual Mayor’s Cup Golf Tournament. |
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Atlanta Police Foundation’s “Crime is Toast” Breakfast Celebrates Reduction in Crime
The Atlanta Police Department (APD) was honored for reducing crime to record lows during today’s 3rd Annual “Crime is Toast” breakfast, sponsored by the Atlanta Police Foundation (APF).
Mayor Shirley Franklin, APD Chief Richard Pennington and Dave Wilkinson, APF president and CEO, were among those present at the fundraiser and recognition ceremony. APD officers, staff and leadership were saluted for exceptional service, including the 2006 Medal of Honor Award and the 2005 Officer of the Year award.
Chief Pennington gave the “State of the Force” address. In the most recent FBI uniform crime report (UCR), Atlanta experienced a 9 percent decline in overall crime year-to-year, in contrast to the nation which experienced an increase. For additional Atlanta crime statistics, visit the APD website.
To support the APD’s momentum in reducing and preventing crime, the City of Atlanta has embarked on an aggressive recruitment campaign for additional officers. The City plans to increase APD to a maximum strength of 2,000 officers by the end of the year. Currently, there are 1,786 officers on the force.
“I pay heartfelt tribute to all of those who serve so selflessly so that we have a safe city. Thanks to the APD, every day in Atlanta is a safe day,” said Mayor Franklin. “There is no question that we need more officers, a new public safety headquarters, increased homeland security planning and more pay for officers. As a community we must answer that call.”
The “Crime is Toast” breakfast raised approximately $80,000. APF will use these funds to support the APD with recruitment, continuing education, insurance policies, affordable homeownership programs, and more. Last year, APF embarked on a campaign to raise $3.7 million for APD support. As of December 2005, APF has raised $2.8 million.
For more information, visit APF website.
The Crime is Toast breakfast is an annual fundraiser sponsored by the Atlanta Police Foundation. |
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Mayor Franklin Introduces “The Atlanta Promise” to New Class of APS Seniors
Last week, Mayor Shirley Franklin visited several Atlanta Public Schools (APS) high schools where she introduced the new senior class to “The Atlanta Promise” program.
Mayor Franklin visited seniors at Grady High School and the New Schools of Carver. By the end of December, Mayor Franklin will have met with seniors at all ten APS high schools.
"The Atlanta Promise” program has been a successful public-private partnership. Since its inception in 2005, the program has assisted thousands of APS seniors with their transition from high school to their next phase in life. Whether they are going to college or want to learn a technical trade, “The Atlanta Promise” has a program for all seniors.
“The only qualifications for participation in this program are to show up at the ‘Saturday with the Mayor’ sessions and be engaged with the AWDA staff throughout their senior year,” said Mayor Franklin.
In 2006, more than 1,100 APS graduating seniors participated in “The Atlanta Promise.” Of those, 570 received paid summer internships in fields pursuant to their career goals; 171 received lap top computers and over $950,000 in scholarships were awarded to cover students’ unmet college needs. Through “the Atlanta Promise” Youth Programs, over 150 youth between the ages of 14-21 earned technical certifications in the health, automotive and construction industries.
For more information, visit the program website.
Mayor Shirley Franklin met with seniors at the New Schools of Carver High School to introduce them to the City’s public education program, “The Atlanta Promise.” |
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Deadline to Pre-Apply for City Recruitment Fair is Wednesday, September 29
On Tuesday, October 10, the City of Atlanta will host a recruitment fair in the Atlanta Civic Center from Noon – 8 p.m. to fill heavy equipment operator (CDL), inspector and trade positions.
Some featured positions include Utility Electrician, Aviation HVAC Technician, Landscape Architect, Fleet Maintenance Specialist, Construction Inspector Principal, HVAC Inspector Senior, and Urban Forestry Manager. A complete listing of equipment operator (CDL), inspection and trade positions available is posted on the city’s website, www.atlantaga.gov. In addition there are openings which are not part of the current job fair.
Candidates must pre-apply through the city’s website by Friday, September 29. Please bring a copy of your online application to the recruitment fair. All applicants must have a high school diploma or GED equivalency to be considered for employment. Only the most qualified candidates will be interviewed.
To pre-apply, visit the COA employment webpage or call 404.330.6456.
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The City of Atlanta and Zoo Atlanta host Free Family Days This Weekend
The City of Atlanta and Zoo Atlanta will host free Family Days on Saturday, September 30 and Sunday, October 1 from 9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Entrance into the Atlanta Zoo – home of the new Panda cub – is free for the first 5,000 city of Atlanta residents. To be eligible, residents must present a valid I.D. Accepted forms of I.D. include City of Atlanta employee I.D. card, driver’s license, state I.D. voter I.D. card or utility card.
One adult with a valid I.D. can accompany one additional adult and up to four children. Tickets will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. Zoo Atlanta is located in historic Grant Park, 8000 Cherokee Ave, S.E., 30315.
For more information, visit the Zoo Atlanta website or call 404.624.WILD.
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Construction is just underway, but when it opens, the new Ron Clark Academy will be a one-of-a-kind addition to Atlanta schools. Ron Clark is a former ‘Teacher of the Year’ winner and best-selling author. Click here to go to Video On Demand (VOD) webpage where you can watch the groundbreaking ceremony and learn why Ron Clark chose Atlanta for his new school location.
This is just one of the many videos you can view on the VOD page. Video clips include many of the programs you see on City Channel 26, like news conferences, groundbreakings and other events, as well as special programs that profile City departments and services.
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Rave Reviews!
- Flexcars – a fleet of low emission, fuel-efficient hybrid cars – are now available for a fee to professionals on the go, particularly along the Peachtree Corridor. Last week, Flexcar announced that 40 vehicles will be parked in reserved parking spaces throughout downtown and midtown Atlanta. Flexcars are available by online or telephone reservation; users pay an hourly fee that covers gas, insurance, maintenance, 24/7 emergency assistance and reserved parking at lots decks and MARTA stations. Flexcar has partnered with Lanier Parking for this initiative. Other cities with Flexcars include Washington, D.C., Seattle and San Francisco. Atlanta was selected because of its increasing growth rate. For more information, visit Flexcar's website.
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Upcoming Events & Volunteer Opportunties
- The Department of Watershed Management (DWM) hosts the Buried Treasure Festival on Friday, September 29 from 9:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at John A. White Park. Atlanta’s sewer pipes represent a buried asset of great value to the city’s past, present and future environmental health and economic prosperity. Through information booths and other activities, Atlanta Public Schools (APS) youth and adult residents will learn about watershed management and the City’s sewer system. John A. White is located at 1053 Cascade Circle SW, Atlanta, GA 30311. For more information, call 404-557-2901 or dbadger@atlantaga.gov.
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Job Announcements
With the City of Atlanta’s online application system, you are able to create an account and select a Username and Password and then log in to your account.
After your account has been established, you can create an application by clicking on the “Build Job Application” link. Once your application is completed, it will be stored in the system and can be used to apply for future job openings. To get started by viewing current open positions, click here.
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