Tuesday, April 16, 2013
The city expanded the park land and now it's time to make plans for its use.
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Tuesday, April 16
Milton added acres to Bell Memorial Park, and now the public has three chances in late April and June to give input on the proposed expansion project. The first will be held at Bell Memorial Park as part of the Hopewell Youth Association's HYA Day, the kick-off of the spring tournament, according to a news release from the city. The second and third will be held at Milton's City Hall. All three will be moderated by Milton's plan partner, Foresite Group. Meeting schedule: Additionally, staff has contacted representatives from 11 stakeholder groups representing sports leagues, trails enthusiasts, equestrians, local neighborhoods and more to conduct focused research. "We know residents want more than just rectangle and diamond fields for …
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Wednesday, October 17, 2012
City residents will be asked to help determine how the 14 acres of new parkland will be used.
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Wednesday, October 17, 2012
Milton closed on the last 14 acres of land adjacent to Bell Memorial Park on Monday night, fulfilling the promise outlined in the Parks Master Plan to expand the asset. The city paid $1.287 million for the land, according to a news release from Milton Communications Manager Jason Wright. The 14 acres of land more than doubles the park's size. How the land will be used will be determined through community involvement and a series of public meetings to ensure the park's design meets local expectations, the city's release said. "Expansion of our existing parks and recreation resources is a priority for this council and city staff," said City Manager Chris Lagerbloom. "We plan to move forward immediately and bring our residents what they …
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Thursday, July 26, 2012
Jim Cregge, who has served as Alpharetta's Recreation Commission chairman and previously as president of Hopewell Youth Association, will start the interim position Aug. 7.
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Thursday, July 26, 2012
Jim Cregge, Alpharetta's Recreation Commission chairman, was named Milton's interim Parks and Recreation director, City Manager Chris Lagerbloom announced today. Cregge said he wants to partner with other cities and parks and recreation assets. He starts work for Milton on Aug. 7. Cregge has spent the last 17 years as a volunteer, board member and former president of the Hopewell Youth Association (HYA), the non-profit group that schedules baseball activities at Bell Memorial Park, the city's news release said. He has spent the last nine years on Alpharetta's Recreation Commission, serving as chairman for the last six years. Cregge resigned from his position on the commission, according to Alpharetta Assistant City Administrator James …
Thursday, February 23, 2012
City Council approved spending $345,000 on almost 4 acres of land next to the existing park, home to the Hopewell Youth Association baseball league.
Before Milton City Council even had a chance to approve the purchase of 3.82 acres of land next to Bell Memorial Park, the biggest supporters of that park were thanking the city. Scott Stachowski, president of the Hopewell Youth Association, spoke at the start of the Monday night council meeting to offer his organization's thanks. (Watch accompanying video.) He couldn't stay to watch the $345,000 purchase be approved because his son's baseball team had a practice he needed to attend. Mayor Joe Lockwood said after the meeting that the additional park land could allow expansion of the existing facilities. First, however, the city will check the property for problems, such as having been a site where George Washginton once slept, containing …
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Thursday, November 3, 2011
Milton residents only can register until Nov. 14.
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Thursday, November 3, 2011
The first game won't be held until March 3, but online registration for Hopewell Youth Association's (HYA) spring 2012 recreational baseball season is now open. Information on registration, age cut off dates, volunteer coaching opportunities and league fees are available online. The registration process is split into three parts: Registration will close Thursday, Dec. 29. A $35 late fee will be charged for any registrations after this date. Each phase of the registration is open to all ages. "Based on the success and growth of our baseball program we urge you to register as soon as possible," said Scott Stachowski, president of HYA. Important 2011 season dates: (Dates are subject to change) HYA, which recently celebrated its 25th …
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Kyle Tripp
6:46 pm on Sunday, August 12, 2012
He sounds like a great addition.... for both cities. With all the assets to be harnessed between Milton and Alpharetta, he sounds like a guy that can and will build consensus so all will benefit. It is crazy to separate the parks and programs merely because of city borders. They are so intertwined we should be able to work out a mutually beneficial financial arrangement. more ›