Friday, May 17, 2002

Responding to pay suit, PTC development authority claims jobs different for directors of tennis center, amphitheater

The Development Authority of Peachtree City claims it hasn't violated the equal pay act or any other law, according to documents filed for the authority in federal court responding to a lawsuit filed by former amphitheater director Kristi Rapson.

New WASA building to open this summer

A new administration building for the Peachtree City Water and Sewerage Authority will put its office, maintenance and laboratory operations all under one roof.

Speed humps on the way to Golf View

Relief is already underway for exasperated residents on Golf View Drive who want to slow down traffic in the area.

Correction

The May 15 edition of The Citizen ran a story about the Fayette County Elementary Math Tournament that incorrectly listed the winning teams. In the fourth-grade division, Peachtree City Elementary finished in first place, while Kedron Elementary finished second.

Parking space cuts urged for bank, ice cream parlor in PTC

Reducing parking spaces at two new developments was a significant concern of the Peachtree City Planning Commission at its regular meeting Monday night.

Ill-timed rain forces shutdown of All Children's Playground

Hampered by rain at the wrong time, the Luther Holt Memorial All Children's Playground in Peachtree City remains closed to the public.

PTC Library extends night hours for exams

The Peachtree City Library will stay open late Tuesday through Thursday to provide a haven for local high school students cramming for exams.

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City prepares to condemn property for sewer system

The city of Senoia will begin comdemnation proceedings against reluctant property owners who don't want to turn over easements for the city's sewer system.

Planning Commission gets a say on historical improvements

Senoia's Planning Commission is set to get a new task as part of its job description.

Residents can glimpse new zoning and development standards

Residents eager to see how development will occur in Senoia should circle Tuesday on their calendars.

Teacher, former students honored

White Oak Elementary School teacher Montie Strickland had a double reason to be proud at the annual Coweta County Teacher of the Year ceremony this year.

Yamaha hands out environmental grants

The Coweta Community Foundation has awarded 15 grants totaling $7,430 as part of the Yamaha Environmental Education Fund through the Foundation. The grants were presented in a ceremony May 2 at the Yamaha facility on Ga. Highway 34, east of Newnan.

Central students show-off job skills

Five students at the Central Educational Center won first place in the state-level SkillsUSA competition, and will represent Georgia and Coweta County at the national SkillsUSA-VICA competition in Kansas City.

Youngsters can fly high this weekend

Coweta County area young people ages 8-17 will have a chance to take to the skies Saturday as the Georgia Sport Aviation EAA (Experimental Aircraft Association) Chapter 6 hosts a Young Eagles Flight Rally at the Coweta County/Newnan Airport.

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