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The SBA's billion-dollar 'seed fund' programs are back

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 14:35:12 GMT

The SBA's billion-dollar 'seed fund' programs are back

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The federal government has reauthorized the Small Business Administration's Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer programs after a five-month lapse, once again opening up billions of dollars to qualified businesses, reports Andy Medici of The Playbook.

The goal of the programs is to encourage federal funding for innovation and to turn ideas into products or services that benefit the public as well as the federal agencies that fund them.

Small businesses with fewer than 500 employees are eligible to draw from the programs, albeit with certain restrictions, and grants are awarded in one of three phases depending on how advanced the technology is.

The new authorization additionally creates a “strategic breakthrough allocation” program for any agency with an SBIR set-aside of $100 million or more, allowing agencies to award up to $30 million to a single small business over a maximum of 48 months. The funding must come with matching private funding, and the business must demonstrate a market-validated technology.

Since 1982, the SBIR and STTR programs, known jointly across the federal government and the SBA as America’s Seed Fund, have invested more than $81 billion into more than 34,000 small businesses, according to the SBA.

FULL STORY: SBA's billion-dollar 'seed fund' programs are back

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Piedmont Park Expands Plan to Monroe Drive

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 14:40:53 GMT

Piedmont Park begins work on $200 million upgrade plan

By Tyler Wilkins – Staff Reporter, Atlanta Business Chronicle

Apr 10, 2026

Piedmont Park Conservancy is raising funds to expand the park to Piedmont Avenue and Monroe Drive. In the meantime, it has also been focused on maintaining and improving what already exists within Atlanta's most-visited park.

Piedmont Park Conservancy

Refreshed entrances. Tree maintenance. More lighting.

Those are a few of the initial investments underway at Piedmont Park, about a year after its conservancy unveiled an ambitious plan to inject hundreds of millions of dollars into improvements over several decades.

Big-ticket items in the comprehensive plan include expanding the park’s boundaries, installing a series of canopy walkways, revamping Lake Clara Meer and redesigning the Active Oval.

It could take upwards of $200 million to complete the entire plan. While working to raise funds for the first phase, the conservancy has also been maintaining and improving what already exists within Atlanta’s most-visited park.

We heard loud and clear from the public that what looks good needs to look great," said Doug Widener, president and CEO of Piedmont Park Conservancy, in an interview with Atlanta Business Chronicle.

'Just getting started'

The conservancy has stepped up baseline care around the park, like maintaining manicured spaces such as flower beds and improving park entrances. For example, a garden has been planted along 10th Street near Park Tavern.

The park’s pool and aquatic center has been renovated, with remaining work on the project scheduled to wrap up this year. Legacy Fountain has been revitalized with the splash pad at its “full glory,” Widener said, and lights will be added to it this spring.

Lights will also be added this summer to the Active Oval, a popular spot for running and group sports. The area is set for a major overhaul in coming years, with new basketball, volleyball and pickleball courts among the plans.

The conservancy launched its Seeds for the Future campaign about a year ago to help care for the park’s tree canopy. Since then, an inventory has been taken of 3,500 mature trees. Thousands of trees have been pruned, limbed and mulched.

With the help of Trees Atlanta, approximately 50 trees were planted during a March event. Oak Hill, an area to the northwest of the park, is a target for so-called succession planting. Understory trees have been added to replace existing large oaks once they reach their natural lifespan.

A stewardship program was launched last year allowing volunteers to help keep up the park every other Saturday from early March through mid-December. It fills up every weekend, Widener said.

The conservancy has also hired additional operational and landscaping staff. A supervisor is now at the park every day of the week to provide more appropriate coverage, Widener said.

The park is hosting more and more events, adding one-third more public programming compared to 2024 and doubling the number of attendees, Widener said.

“We’re just getting started,” Widener said. “We’ve gotten a lot done in a year ... and when you add those things up, it’s a substantial pace that will continue in the future.”

Fundraising begins for big projects

The capital campaign to raise $87.5 million for property acquisition, design, construction and maintenance of the first phase of the comprehensive plan is in the early stages, Widener said.

The conservancy is securing the board’s commitment to the campaign, working with the city to finalize an initial gift and meeting with larger corporations and foundations, Widener said. The public phase is expected to launch toward the end of the year, he said.

Piedmont Park would add a new park entrance at Monroe Drive and Piedmont Avenue.

Byron E. Small

A big part of the first phase is expanding the park boundaries to the corner of Piedmont Avenue and Monroe Drive. Known as Piedmont Commons, the area now consists of the city-owned Clear Creek shopping center, as well as a privately owned Shell gas station and Octopus Kitchen & Hookah.

Negotiations have advanced with one of the property owners to sell for the expansion, Widener said. He hopes to reach an agreement to purchase both of the remaining properties by the end of the year.

The collection of commercial buildings would be replaced with new amenities such as a rock scramble, adventure trail, playgrounds, large lawns for events and public restrooms. An existing building used by Harry Norman Realtors would be repurposed into administrative offices and programming space for the conservancy.

To free up space at Piedmont Commons, a maintenance shop is planned to be relocated to a site near existing city facilities off Monroe Drive. In the same area, Evelyn Street will be redesigned, with an entrance plaza and pedestrian path to take people into the park.

A series of canopy walkways known as Clear Creek Walk will also be built as part of the first phase. It would provide access points to the creek bed, as well as ease congestion on the relatively new segment of the Beltline’s Northeast Trail that runs through the park.

The first phase with the park expansion is scheduled to be completed by 2030, Widener said.

The comprehensive plan is divided into three phases. But the various pieces of the plan could come together sooner than expected, Widener said, based on the desire among stakeholders for certain projects. For example, the conservancy received a $100,000 donation for dog park improvements, allowing that work to begin this year, he said.

One of Widener's priorities to set in motion before the end of the decade is the planned revamp of the 11.5-acre Lake Clara Meer. The lake would undergo intensive dredging to restore water quality, and a boardwalk loop would be built around it.

“We will do Lake Clara Meer proud by the time we’re done with it,” Widener said. "I'm hoping that a decent amount of the plan [will be] done. After that, which will probably be the early 2030s, we’ll reassess what else is there left to go."

This story was written prior to the April 4 shooting at Piedmont Park.

A 16-year-old girl was killed, and a 15-year-old girl was injured. A preliminary investigation indicates that the incident stemmed from an unpermitted gathering, after the 404 Day celebration held at the park on the same day, according to Atlanta Police Department.

Extra officers will be in and around the park for the upcoming Dogwood Festival April 10-12, according to APD.

The Piedmont Park Conservancy provided the following statement to Atlanta Business Chronicle:

“We are deeply saddened by the incident that occurred over the weekend. Our thoughts are with those impacted and their families. While event permitting, public safety and general Park administration decisions are under the City’s authority, we will continue to support efforts that promote a safe, well-managed environment for all who visit Piedmont Park. We defer further questions to the event organizers and our partners at the City of Atlanta and the Atlanta Police Department as they continue their investigation.”

Atlanta BeltLine Armour-Ottley Construction Bid Now Open

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:47:09 GMT

Atlanta Beltline Soliciting Bids

for Construction of Northeast Trail

– Segment 3 + Connector Trails

Staff Report From Georgia CEO

Wednesday, April 8th, 2026

Atlanta Beltline, Inc. is seeking construction firms to deliver the Northeast Trail – Segment 3 + Connector Trails 1-4 in northeast Atlanta between the Armour/Ottley and Lindbergh areas. An Invitation to Bid is now open for the federally funded 2.8-mile project, which will extend from Buford Highway to Peachtree Creek and include spur trail connections to MARTA Lindbergh Station, Armour-Ottley commercial district, the PATH400 trail, and access points from public streets.

This is the final major mainline segment of the Northeast Trail to enter construction, closing a critical gap between the existing trail at Mayson Street NE and the future Northwest Trail - Segment 1 at Kinsey Court.

Awarded a U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) $25 million Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) grant—the largest federal grant in Atlanta Beltline history— and bolstered by nearly $17 million in additional federal funds through the Atlanta Regional Commission Transportation Improvement Program, the project will enhance access to transit, jobs, and housing while advancing a safer and more connected regional trail network. This project will directly connect to MARTA Lindbergh Station, supporting broader mobility and economic opportunity.

“The Beltline would not be possible without our incredible partners. Thanks to the support of the U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration Georgia Division, Atlanta Regional Commission, our congressional delegation, Georgia Department of Transportation, our philanthropic partners and the City of Atlanta, we are advancing our goal of completing the full 22-mile trail loop and exceeding 11 miles of connector trails by 2030,” said Clyde Higgs, President & CEO of Atlanta Beltline, Inc. “With over $800 million invested to date, the Atlanta Beltline has catalyzed more than $10 billion in economic development within the Beltline Planning Area. The Northeast Trail demonstrates the transformative impact of this work, expanding economic opportunity across the city and the region.”

When complete, the Northeast Trail Segment 3 will span 2.8 miles connecting Piedmont Heights, Sherwood Forest, Peachtree Hills, Lindbergh and Lindbergh City Center, Brookwood and Brookwood Hills neighborhoods and employer centers along Piedmont Road. Construction of the mainline trail will include approximately 0.7 miles of primarily elevated multi-use trail on structure, extending from Segment 2 at Mayson Street to Kinsey Court, where it will connect to Northwest Trail - Segment 1.

In addition to the 0.7-mile mainline trail, an additional 2.1 miles of connector trail will provide access to key regional trails, transit and destinations:

Connector Trail 1 – Kinsey Court to Garson Drive (0.8miles)
Connector Trail 2 – Garson Drive to MARTA Lindbergh Center Station (0.5 miles)
Connector Trail 3 – PATH400 Trail (0.2 miles)
Connector Trail 4 – Armour Drive to Ottley Drive (0.6 miles)

“This segment is one of the most complex parts of the Beltline 22-mile corridor. Unlike most of the corridor, this portion of the Northeast Trail does not follow abandoned railroad lines and traverses an area of Atlanta where interstate highways, state routes, active freight rail, MARTA rail, and regional trails converge,” said Kim Wilson, Vice President of Design & Construction of Atlanta Beltline Inc.

The project will include the construction of two truss style bridges crossing Peachtree Creek, CSX, and Norfolk Southern railroad corridors, as well as crossings that pass under MARTA rail, and I-75/I-85. Stormwater management, fiber duct bank installation, stainless steel handrails and guardrails, lighting and security cameras, and landscaping are also a part of the project.

Construction for the mainline trail and all connector trails is anticipated to take three and a half years to complete.

To date, the Beltline has delivered 13.6 miles of the 22-mile Beltline mainline trail, along with 10.3 miles of connector trails.

Funding for Beltline trails is provided through a combination of public and philanthropic sources. Local public funding is provided by the Atlanta Beltline Tax Allocation District, supported by Atlanta Public Schools, Fulton County, and the City of Atlanta, as well as the Beltline Special Service District. Lead philanthropic support is provided by the Robert W. Woodruff Foundation, Inc. and the James M. Cox Foundation.

Interested parties can register through Atlanta Beltline’s procurement management website to access the invitation. Bids are due June 2, 2026.

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Second Annual Beautify PiHi on National Pi Day - A Day of Dedication and Community Success!

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:08:35 GMT

The Second Annual Beautify PiHi cleanup, held on National Pi Day, March 14, 2026, at Ansley Mall, was a remarkable success, bringing together dedicated volunteers to make our neighborhood shine. The turnout was fantastic, the results were clear, and the event highlighted our commitment to our commercial corridors.

This year's event was proudly sponsored by Selig Enterprises, Nakato Japanese Restaurant, and Fast Signs of South Buckhead. We truly appreciate their support, which made this day possible.

We extend our deepest gratitude to the 57 total participants who showed up ready to work, including 51 incredible adult volunteers and 6 enthusiastic kids! Your commitment to our community is inspiring and the sheer amount of work accomplished is a testament to the power of collective action.

Check out photos from the event here.

We also want to give a special thank you to Ansley Golf Club and Stacy's Compounding Pharmacy for their invaluable assistance with trash bag pick up and transport to the dumpster.

Thank you to Ansley Mall Publix for donating the water and fruit for our volunteers. It was a perfect pairing to the bagels and coffee provided by Selig Enterprises.

The day was spent tackling litter and debris across a significant portion of our neighborhood: 2.5 miles of Piedmont Road NE from the Atlanta BeltLine to Windemere Rd NE, Monroe Drive from Piedmont to Montgomery Ferry, and the entire stretch of the NE Trail of the Atlanta BeltLine directly behind Ansley Square and Ansley Mall.

The results speak for themselves:

54 bags of trash collected
4 tires removed
4 pallets cleared
2 broken traffic cones taken off the streets

Our mission is to support small businesses and make our commercial corridors welcoming for everyone, and every bag of trash removed helps us achieve that goal.

Every cleanup event yields a few surprises, and this year was no exception. Our volunteers came across a truly bizarre assortment of items. While we celebrate the removal of all waste, we couldn't help but chuckle at some of the day's more peculiar discoveries, including:

An Axe
6 Solar power light caps
A 6ft pole
A variety of bike parts (seat, pedals, and brakes)
A computer chip
A croc shoe
A cocktail glass with olives
And, most curiously, a collection of panties, an adult toy, chicken wings, and pill bottles.

Thank you once again to everyone who participated!

Check out photos from the event here.

Keep an eye out for details on our next Beautify Cheshire Bridge on Saturday May 16 as we continue our mission to keep our commercial corridors of greater Piedmont Heights clean and accessible for everyone.

March Small Business Grants

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 17:03:25 GMT

Small business owners strongly believe their businesses are on the upswing — and that comes after a year of tariffs, rising costs and overall uncertainty.

The latest Small Business Check Up Survey by the Small Business & Entrepreneurship Council found that 71% of small businesses said their business improved financially in 2025 over 2024, and 84% said their performance met or exceeded their expectations.

About 22% of small business owners said their businesses are “thriving” while 46% said they had seen modest growth, and 24% said they were stable.

For business owners that want to take advantage of new opportunities or invest in new areas, we have assembled a list of small business grants you can apply for in March.

Mona Small Business Impact Grant

This $5,000 grant will go toward a business that puts its communities first, whether by creating opportunities where none existed or by catering to underserved populations.

Mona, a small business funding co-pilot that connects small businesses to capital, will select a winner based on the business impact and its purpose and vision. Companies need to have 30 or fewer employees and have earned less than $5 million in revenue in 2025.

The company also needs to have an active website or social media presence. Applications are due March 16 at 11:59 p.m. EST. Winners will be notified between April 13 and April 24.

Skip grants

Skip, an online platform for business plans and funding opportunities, is offering two $10,000 grants. Business need to be based in the United States, and one of the $10,000 grants will go toward a Skip paid member. Applications are due by March 6, 11:59 p.m. EST.

Intuit Quickbooks offers $20,000 grant program

The Intuit Quickbooks and Mailchimp Small Business Hero Program recognizes small-business owners who have shown “courage, perseverance and integrity” in their communities with a $20,000 grant.

Three businesses will be recognized with grants and also will receive access to Quickbooks and Mailchimp services. Applicants must be U.S.-based businesses that have been in operation for at least a year, be registered with their local secretary of state, and have no more than 99 employees.

Applications are accepted across four “phases” throughout the year, with the next application deadline on May 15.

Breva Thrive Grant

The Thrive Grant by small-business funding and coaching platform Breva is offered on a rolling basis throughout the year. The winner receives a $5,000 grant. The coming application cycles close on April 30, July 31 and Oct. 31, with winners typically notified about 45 days later.

Applicants must have demonstrated an impact on the surrounding community, such as new jobs, new products or making services more accessible. Applicants are strongly preferred to have been in operation more than a year and must be generating revenue prior to the grant.

The Kitty Fund Mompreneur Grant

This program awards $20,000 in $1,000 micro-grants to 20 moms who own businesses. To be eligible, the business’ annual revenue should not be more than $5 million, and it should have between two and 100 employees. All founders must identify as mothers. Pre-registration is open now, with full applications open in March.

Amber Grant offers monthly and annual awards

The Amber Grant was created in 1998 to empower women-business owners, and every month WomensNet and the Amber Grant award three $10,000 grants to women-owned businesses. A $50,000 grant is given to one of the monthly award winners at the end of the year.

As long as the business is 50% or more women-owned and operates in the United States and Canada, it is eligible to apply. The deadline is the last day of the month by midnight.

Secretsos offers $2,500 to entrepreneurs

The Secretsos Small Business Grant program offers $2,500 on a rolling, quarterly basis to help entrepreneurs overcome challenges and accelerate their growth. To apply, business owners must be age 21 or older and operate in eligible U.S. states (excludes Alaska, Florida, Hawaii, New York and Rhode Island).

Jewelry businesses eligible for grants up to $7,500

The 2026 Halstead Grant is a $7,500 grant to help jewelry entrepreneurs create a strategy to kick-start their careers. The grant also provides a $1,000 Halstead gift card and a trip to Prescott, Arizona.

Finalists receive $1,000 in cash and a $250 gift card. The grant, offered annually, has an application deadline of May 1.

Additional grants business owners can apply for throughout 2026 include:

Verizon's Small Business Digital Ready program: Business owners who sign up for the free Verizon Small Business Digital Ready online community will be eligible to apply for grants throughout the year. The company provides up to $1 million in grant funding a year.
The National Science Foundation: The National Science Foundation’s America’s Seed Fund provides millions in grant funding to small businesses and startups with big ideas. The grant program gives out roughly $200 million per year to eligible businesses.
The National Association for the Self-Employed: The National Association for the Self-Employed has a $4,000 growth grant that it offers on a rolling basis. Only members are eligible.

PiHi Day: Pie-Off in honor of National Pi Day!

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 18:11:07 GMT

Celebrate National Pi Day (3.14) by joining the Piedmont Heights "Pie-Off"!

On March 14th, we're turning Piedmont Heights into the "Pie Capital of Atlanta" and inviting you to explore the incredible local restaurants in our neighborhood. It’s a delicious, low-effort way to support small businesses and win a fantastic prize.

How to Participate & Win!

Find Your Pie: Visit a Piedmont Heights restaurant and order their featured "pie" dish. Remember, "pie" is a broad term—it could be a pizza slice, a savory pot pie, a delicious quiche, or even a "Key Lime Pie" cocktail
Snap and Tag: Take a photo of your amazing dish.
Share to Enter: Post the photo on Instagram and tag both the restaurant and @PiHiAlliance in your post or story.

That’s it! By sharing, you’ll automatically be entered for a chance to win the ultimate "Support Small in PiHi" Gift Basket. Plus, you’ll be helping to flood social media with user-generated content for your favorite local spots.

CALL TO ACTION: Mark your calendars for March 14th and get ready to #SnapAndTag your way through the best "pies" in Piedmont Heights! Follow @PiHiAlliance on social media for sneak peeks of the participating restaurants and their featured dishes!

World Cup Planning Updated February 2026

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 19:17:05 GMT

WORLD CUP PLANNING FOR VENUES + SMALL BUSINESSES

Atlanta is one of the host cities for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with Mercedes-Benz Stadium set to host eight matches.

These matches include five group stage games, one Round of 32 match, one Round of 16 match, and a semi-final.

The tournament is held worldwide June 11-July 19, 2026.

The tournament, which will be jointly hosted by Canada, Mexico, and the United States, will be the first to feature 48 teams and will be played in the traditional northern summer months.

Match Schedule:

The group stage matches in Atlanta will be on June 15, 18, 21, 24, and 27.

Knockout Rounds:

Atlanta will also host a Round of 32 match on July 1, a Round of 16 match on July 7, and the semi-final match on July 15.

Economic Impact:

The tournament is expected to bring significant economic benefits to Atlanta, with estimates suggesting over $1 billion in economic impact. 300,000 international visitors are expected to not only support the official Fan Zone by the Stadium, but will be supporting watch parties and gatherings in our neighborhood businesses.

Fan Engagement:

Atlanta is also preparing for significant fan engagement, with plans for public viewing events and fan festivals.

ACTION ITEMS FOR BUSINESSES

MEMBERS!

FILL OUT THE PIHI ALLIANCE WORLD CUP ACTIVATION FORM NOW!

Get listed on the activation calendar and on social media!

Showcase Atlanta Small Business Resources

https://showcaseatlanta.com/business

Showcase Atlanta Vendor Directory
Small Business Readiness Platform
Pop-Up Market Opportunities
In-Person and Virtual Workshops
Workforce Expo (March 5 & 6)

City agencies and community partners to connect small businesses with capital, technical assistance, training and other resources.

Invest Atlanta
Atlanta BeltLine
Central Atlanta Progress
ATL.Direct

Register Your Business + Venue

The City of Atlanta has launched Showcase Atlanta, the official registry for local businesses that want to be part of the action. It’s the go-to directory being promoted to everyone planning their World Cup experience — and if you’re not listed, you’re not likely to be found.

Registration is quick, free, and open now.

[Registration Link]

Become a Supplier - Showcase Atlanta- Register your business with them using this link.
Register your space/venue with FIFA for sanctioned events - Atlanta Convention and Visitors Bureau - This is the FWC26 Venue Catalog of spaces on hold for FIFA and their partners. Please reach out if you would like to participate.
Volunteer with FIFA – if you are interested n volunteering for the FIFA World Cup, you can sign up through the FIFA Volunteer Community. Those who register will be notified when the application portal opens in August of 2025.
Host a Watch Party - Overview of Public Viewing Parties for of FIFA’s full regulations —please be sure to review it in its entirety. FIFA Public Viewing Regulations
Brand Guidelines - It’s important that we work within the guidelines that FIFA has defined. This is a good guide for your future messaging/campaigns.
Atlanta BeltLine World Cup Resources
World Cup Ready
Atlanta's World Cup Website
Discover Atlanta by the Atlanta Convention and Visitors Bureau

MORE INFORMATION COURTESY OF LIVEABLE BUCKHEAD

February Small Business Grants

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 17:22:31 GMT

Intuit Quickbooks offers $20,000 grant program

The Intuit Quickbooks and Mailchimp Small Business Hero Program recognizes small-business owners who have shown “courage, perseverance and integrity” in their communities with a $20,000 grant.

Three businesses will be recognized with grants and also will receive access to Quickbooks and Mailchimp services.

Applicants must be U.S.-based businesses that have been in operation for at least a year, be registered with their local secretary of state, and have no more than 99 employees.

Applications are accepted across four “phases” throughout the year, with the next application deadline February 14 followed by one on May 15.

Breva Thrive Grant

The Thrive Grant by small-business funding and coaching platform Breva is offered on a rolling basis throughout the year. The winner receives a $5,000 grant. The coming application cycles close on April 30, July 31 and October 31, with winners typically notified about 45 days later.

The Kitty Fund Mompreneur Grant

Amber Grant offers monthly and annual awards

As long as the business is 50% or more women-owned and operates in the United States and Canada, it is eligible to apply. The deadline is the last day of the month by midnight.

Secretsos offers $2,500 to entrepreneurs

Jewelry businesses eligible for grants up to $7,500

Finalists receive $1,000 in cash and a $250 gift card. The grant, offered annually, has an application deadline of May 1.

Additional grants business owners can apply for throughout 2026 include:

Verizon's Small Business Digital Ready program: Business owners who sign up for the free Verizon Small Business Digital Ready online community will be eligible to apply for grants throughout the year. The company provides up to $1 million in grant funding a year.
The National Science Foundation: The National Science Foundation’s America’s Seed Fund provides millions in grant funding to small businesses and startups with big ideas. The grant program gives out roughly $200 million per year to eligible businesses.
The National Association for the Self-Employed: The National Association for the Self-Employed has a $4,000 growth grant that it offers on a rolling basis. Only members are eligible.

Thurs. 1.29.26: MARTA Open House for Transformative 2026 Projects

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 15:31:01 GMT

MARTA to Host Public Open

House Showcasing

Transformative 2026 Transit Projects

Staff Report From Georgia CEO

Tuesday, January 27th, 2026

The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) invites the public and employees to an open house on Thursday, Jan. 29, to learn about a series of major system enhancements set to redefine the transit experience in metro Atlanta.

As part of its “Big 6 in ‘26” vision, MARTA is launching important projects and initiatives this year, including the NextGen Bus Network, the MARTA Reach on-demand micro-transit service, the better Breeze fare payment system, and the MARTA Rapid A-Line.

WHAT: MARTA Public Open House, an interactive event featuring information on the future of transit in Atlanta.

WHEN: Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026, 3 p.m. – 7 p.m.

WHERE: MARTA Headquarters Atrium

2424 Piedmont Road NE Atlanta, Ga. 30324

(Across the street from Lindbergh Center Station)

WHY: The open house provides a forum for employees and customers to ask questions and explore the key projects before they are implemented.

MARTA staff will be on hand to share information about:

NextGen Bus Network: The first total overhaul of the bus system in 40 years is launching April 18. This redesign will triple the amount of 15-minute high-frequency service. MARTA recently installed temporary signage at over 6,000 stops to alert riders of upcoming route changes. Learn more at itsmarta.com/nextgen.
MARTA Reach: A new on-demand micro-transit service launching March 7 will operate in 12 regional zones to ensure continued connectivity. To support areas where traditional bus routes are being modified, this “Uber-like” shuttle service will provide point-to-point and point-to-rail connectivity within the zones. Learn more at itsmarta.com/reach.
Better Breeze: A modernized fare system featuring “tap-to-pay” with bank cards and mobile wallets, with a mandatory transition period March 28 – May 2. The upgrade introduces open-payment technology and more secure faregates. Details at itsmarta.com/betterbreeze.aspx.
MARTA Rapid A-Line: The region’s first Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) line connecting Downtown to Summerhill.

1.28.26 Quarterly Meeting Agenda

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 23:03:55 GMT

AGENDA Next Meeting: Wednesday, April 22, 2026 9:30-11am

SPONSOR AND/OR HOST THE NEXT MEETING AT YOUR LOCATION!

MEETING SPONSOR:Warren Epstein Architects & Associates: Jan Epstein

MEETING HOST: Lewis Barbecue and Bar Lewis (opens @11am) John Lewis, Pitmaster and Owner

Key Topics and Calls to Action

Organization Update

7 year anniversary in 2026

Bank Balance: $6000

2026 Quarterly Meetings: 1/28, 4/22, 8/26, 10/28 9:30-11am

2025 Year in Review

Cheshire Bridge Neighborhood Coalition

Look how far we’ve come since 2019! This year we need your support MORE THAN EVER to reach our long-term sustainability goal of forming a CID which will fund initiatives and operations!

ATL311 Task Force

Liaison Jasmine Maskell of Timeless Tattoo

Unhappy Hermans/Diner/Dry Cleaners Update

>>Meetings are 1st Wed of the month from 10am-11am on Zoom

Action: Submit an issue to: pihiatl311@gmail.com

Join the committee now!

Membership + Sponsorship

Members: 69- up 26 from 2024. Goal: 100 in 2026!

Sponsorships: $300-$20K

SUPPORT NOW: Become a member at pihialliance.com

2026 Sponsorship Opportunities

Events + Social Media

Julie Foster

social@pihialliance.com

Member Promotion Events: PiHi Days: March, Shop Small Buy Local Holiday Campaign Nov-Dec.

Beautify PiHi: March 14, May 16, Nov. 14

Fundraising: Taste of PiHi: Sept. 27 from 3-6pm

Action:

Connect us with your social media manager for promos.
Volunteer and/or Sponsor for Beautify PiHi
Taste of PiHi Station Sign Up
Taste of PiHi Sponsorships

CID Initiative

Colleen Kiernan

cid@pihialliance.com

Interactive map of 319 parcels and securing signatures representing 17.43% ($52.5M) of the required assessed value.

Action: Commercial Property Owners attend an info and signing event: Feb 24, June 4, Sept 9, Dec 4. REGISTER

MORE CID INFO

World Cup Planning

Match Schedule: June 15 (Mon) June 18 (Thu) June 21 (Sun) June 24 (Wed) June 27 (Sat)July 1 (Wed) July 7 (Tue) July 15 (Wed)

Action:Atlanta BeltLine Liveable Buckhead

World Cup Ready

Atlanta BeltLine Gravel Trail Update

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 14:08:44 GMT

Northeast Trail "Gravel Rail Trail" Permanent Lighting and Cameras:

This project runs from the Buford Highway Connector to 10^th St NE and Monroe Dr NE. We will be putting up permanent lights and cameras along this popular trail, along with new gravel, and trimming landscaping. The trail will be fenced off during construction. The mainline trail will be the 'detour' for this trail which will be closed with fencing. The parks department and the community wanted to keep this trail permanently operational even though we have the Beltline running in parallel. (Permanent until and if transit comes through).

Schedule: Start Date January 5th - April 2026

VOLUNTEER FOR 2026 Taste of PiHi Committee

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 22:11:55 GMT

VOLUNTEER FOR THE 2026 PLANNING COMMITTEE:

If you want to be on the committee for 2026, please sign up by February 6, 2026. February 2026 with a kick off meeting at Lewis Barbeque.

ROLES NEEDED: WE'RE GROWING AND NEED MORE ENGAGEMENT ALL YEAR LONG.

Volunteer Management: Managing the sign up genius platform, coordination of volunteers pre-event, during the event and post event.
Check in Manager: Building out the check in process and procedures, collating the member lists with purchased tickets, managing check in volunteers during the event. Set up and breakdown of Check in.
Raffle Committee: Work with the Raffle Manager to pick up prizes from local area businesses, help set up the raffle tables and assist with running the raffle during the event. Raffle Manager: PiHi Alliance Board Member: Bethra Suzmaski of Virtue and Vice
Event Logistics: Assist with logistics pre-event and manage the set up and breakdown volunteers during the event.
Materials Distribution: Put up posters, hand out flyers and install yard signs. This job is active one month before the event.

TIME COMMITMENT: 20 hours over 7 months

Pre-event time: 7 months from February-August:

4 meetings: February, April, June, August: 10 hours total. In-person and virtual.

Event Month: September

Hands on Deck: up to 5 hours

Day of Event: 3 hours. Set up/Breakdown or Manage Your Area

PERKS:

Two free tickets + one for you! Includes 1 raffle tickets per ticket. Value of $70.
Volunteer appreciation party with food and drinks.
Knowing you're making a difference for your community.

SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER HERE

November 15th Cheshire Bridge Clean Up-A Perfect Way to Wrap Up 2025!

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 20:30:30 GMT

Beautify Cheshire Bridge Wrap-Up:

Community Collaboration at Its Best!

November 15, 2025 | Piedmont Heights Alliance

What a way to wrap up the year! Our final Beautify PiHi cleanup of 2025 brought together 35 dedicated volunteers who collected an incredible 56 bags of trash — plus an assortment of car parts, building materials, household items, and just about everything else you can imagine.

Thanks to our amazing sponsors and partners who made this day possible:

Selig Enterprises — for providing the perfect meeting location and ongoing support for keeping PiHi beautiful.
Nakato Japanese Restaurant — for event setup, equipment, and helping keep volunteers fueled and organized.
Cameron of Stacey’s Pharmacy — for hauling away trash bags along Cheshire Bridge and providing dumpster space for the 8 cubic yards of debris collected!
Keep Atlanta Beautiful- for lending us the safety vests, grabbers, gloves and providing the trash bags! We are so appreciative.

We also loved connecting with local business owners, including Hardcore Tennis Atlanta and CCW Interiors, and welcoming neighbors from LaVista Park Civic Association, Lindridge-Martin Manor Neighborhood Association, Piedmont Heights Civic Association (PHCA), and Morningside Lenox Park Association (MLPA). Seeing neighborhood leaders, residents and business owners work side-by-side reminds us what true community partnership looks like.

SEE ALL THE CLEAN UP PHOTOS HERE

2025 Beautify PiHi by the Numbers

This year, our three cleanups — in March, May, and November — brought together a total of 145 volunteers who collected 153 bags of trash from the Piedmont Heights and Cheshire Bridge corridors. That’s 153 bags of litter, debris, and discarded odds-and-ends no longer cluttering our beautiful community!

From the BeltLine to I-85, these efforts have strengthened ties between residents, small businesses, and our civic partners — proving that when we work together, we keep PiHi strong, safe, and shining.

Join Us in 2026!

We’re already planning next year’s Beautify PiHi calendar — and we’d love your help.

Sign up for updates, join PiHi Alliance, or become a sponsor at pihialliance.com to be part of our next cleanup and other community activations that support small businesses and neighborhood vitality.

Together, we’re building a cleaner, more connected Piedmont Heights — one bag at a time.

Shop Small Saturday Map Listing + Grants Open 11/29

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 20:09:38 GMT

Small Business Saturday is the annual shopping holiday between Black Friday and Cyber Monday, when consumers are encouraged to shop at small businesses in their communities.

Sponsored by American Express in partnership with the U.S. Small Business Administration, this day offers small businesses across the country the opportunity to promote themselves at the start of the holiday shopping season. Businesses aren’t the only ones who benefit, though: Consumers can take advantage of special promotions many stores offer during Small Business Saturday while also exploring the unique products and services offered by local shops. Communities, corporations, and even government representatives can also get involved by encouraging local businesses and community members to partake in the day.

According to American Express, Small Business Saturday has generated over $200 billion in reported sales since its inception in 2010. The increased spending not only bolsters individual small businesses; it also supports local, state, and national economies.

BRICK & MORTAR BUSINESSES TAKE ACTION

Sign up for Small Business Saturday if your business is eligible. READ MORE!
If eligible, add your business to the Small Business Saturday MAP!
Apply for Small Business Grants on November 29, 2025
Find more small business resources from Main Street America.

Thank You for Making Taste of PiHi 2025 a Huge Success!

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 13:28:53 GMT

Together, We Made Taste of PiHi 2025 Unforgettable

On Sunday, we came together for the Third Annual Taste of PiHi Fundraiser — and it was our biggest and best one yet!

✨ 200 attendees joined us (a 25% increase from last year!) to celebrate local businesses, connect with neighbors, and raise $2,000 toward the creation of the Piedmont Heights Community Improvement District (CID).

A huge thank you to Indie Studios, our host sponsor, for providing the stunning, welcoming space that made every conversation, courtyard game, and tasting truly special.

And of course — a round of applause to all our stations and raffle donors who made the day delicious, refreshing, creative, and full of community spirit!

CHECK OUT THE PHOTOS BY ATL IN 60 SECONDS HERE!

SAVE THE DATE: SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2026 @ 3PM

Food Stations

Johnny’s Pizza – Cheshire Bridge
Nakato Japanese Restaurant
Six Feet Under Pub & Fish House
Bantam & Biddy
Mistora Kitchen
Timeless Tattoo
The Daily Chew

Drink Stations

Midtown Family Wellness
Felix’s Atlanta
ASW Distillery – Cocktails & Tastings
SweetWater Brewing
Silo Studios + Nino’s Italian Restaurant
Indie Studios

Maker Stations

Glass Art By Toni
Allison Zacks Art
All Things by Rachel Herzog

Business Stations

Starship Enterprises of Atlanta
Ultimate Bodies by Carlos
Kindspine Chiropractic Center
Nabo
Gravity Fitness

Community Partners

South Fork Conservancy
Morningside Lenox Park Association (MLPA)
ATL311
Atlanta BeltLine
Policing Alternatives & Diversion (PAD) Initiative
Piedmont Heights Civic Association
Rohit for Atlanta – City Council President Candidate

️ Raffle Donors

With $7,800 in prizes donated by 31 small businesses, our raffle was the highlight of the afternoon — and the main driver of our fundraising success!

Special thanks to the following businesses for their incredible contributions:
Ansley Wine Merchants • Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty • Buckhead Vacuum • Cook’s Warehouse • Level 7 Salon • Lewis Barbecue • Midtown Bowl • Taqueria Del Sol • Warren Epstein & Associates Architects

(Plus many of our participating Food, Drink, and Business Stations also contributed raffle prizes — thank you!)

Taste of PiHi 2025 was everything we hoped for — community, creativity, collaboration, and connection. Together, we’re growing something amazing for Piedmont Heights.

CHECK OUT THE PHOTOS BY ATL IN 60 SECONDS HERE!

Beautify Cheshire Bridge: Sat. November 15th @ 9:30am

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 20:32:57 GMT

Beautify PiHi 2025: A Year of Clean, Connected Community

Join us for our next cleanup on Saturday, November 15th (9:30 AM–Noon) — our third and final of the year, just before Shop Small Saturday!

Enjoy breakfast, equipment, and refreshments while helping us Beautify Cheshire Bridge once more.

Volunteer at pihialliance.com or sign up directly at SignUpGenius.

This year, Beautify PiHi has brought together hundreds of neighbors, businesses, and community partners to make a visible difference in Piedmont Heights and along Cheshire Bridge Road. From the BeltLine to I-85, volunteers rolled up their sleeves to show what collaboration and civic pride can do!

March 15 — Beautify PiHi Kickoff

Our first cleanup of the year drew 73 volunteers from nearby neighborhoods, Selig Enterprises, Georgia Power, and small business supporters — all united to give Piedmont Heights a fresh spring start.

Breakfast, teamwork, and community spirit filled the morning as volunteers collected dozens of bags of litter and spruced up the heart of PiHi.

May 17 — BeltLine & Ansley Mall Corridor Cleanup

With Selig Enterprises as event sponsor and the Atlanta BeltLine Partnership, Ansley Golf Club, and Councilmember Alex Wan lending key support, our May cleanup stretched over two miles of the Northeast Trail and surrounding streets — Montgomery Ferry, Monroe Drive, and Piedmont Avenue.
More than 50 bags of trash were cleared, ranging from bottles and wrappers to a car bumper and even a prom dress!

PiHi members Nabo and Midtown Family Wellness joined the fun with pop-ups, and volunteer board members led cleanup teams to success.

June 7 — Beautify Cheshire Bridge: Collaboration at Its Best

Our June cleanup brought together 37 volunteers, who collected 47 bags of trash and removed large debris from the I-85 corridor. A special thanks to Halpern Enterprises for sponsoring the event, coordinating logistics, and providing breakfast and publicity.

Nakato, Keep Atlanta Beautiful, Six Feet Under, and five neighborhood associations — Lindridge Martin Manor, LaVista Park, Morningside Lenox Park, Piedmont Heights, and South Fork Conservancy — all pitched in. The haul included everything from a TV back panel and twisted yield sign to a fentanyl test kit — proving once again that teamwork cleans up our community, one bag at a time!

Each cleanup strengthens the fabric of Piedmont Heights — supporting local businesses, connecting neighbors, and keeping our corridors safe and welcoming.

H.R. 1 Impact on Employer Taxes and Employee Benefits

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 22:19:42 GMT

CHANGES TO EMPLOYER TAXES AND EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

H.R.1, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (the Act), was signed into law July 4, 2025. H.R.1 includes several significant changes that are relevant to employers for payroll, employment tax and employee benefits purposes, with some key provisions effective retroactively as of Jan. 1, 2025. The Department of the Treasury and the IRS are expected to issue guidance in the coming weeks to clarify how certain provisions will be implemented. ADP will closely monitor developments and provide updates as more details emerge.

READ THIS ARTICLE BY ADP POSTED 9.2.25

ATLCore Portal decommissioned for NEW ATLBIZ on September 15, 2025

Thu, 07 Aug 2025 15:26:20 GMT

ATLCore Portal decommissioned for NEW ATLBIZ on September 15, 2025

The City of Atlanta is launching a new platform called ATL BIZ, designed to modernize and simplify the process for businesses and entrepreneurs interacting with the city, according to a social media post from the City of Atlanta. This new system will launch on September 15th and aims to provide a faster and more user-friendly experience.

Here's a breakdown of what's known about ATL BIZ:

New Platform: ATL BIZ is a new online system for businesses interacting with the City of Atlanta.
Simplified Processes: It's intended to make it easier for businesses to navigate city services and requirements according to the City of Atlanta.
Improved Experience: The goal is to create a more modern and efficient experience for business owners and entrepreneurs according to a social media post from the City of Atlanta.
Launch Date: The system will officially launch on September 15th.
Further Details: The city has stated that more information will be shared soon.

PREPARE FOR THE TRANSITION
This correspondence serves as formal notification that the ATLCORE system will be decommissioned (taken out of service) effective Thursday, September 11, 2025.

In preparation for this transition, we kindly request that you review and update your email address in our records by Sunday, August 31, 2025 to ensure uninterrupted communication.
Required Action BY SUNDAY, AUGUST 31, 2025.
To support a smooth registration process in ATLBIZ, please have the most recent information from your existing ATLCORE account readily available:

1. Access to your registered ATLCORE email box is required for verification in ATLBIZ
2. Invoice numbers
3. Receipt numbers
4. Gross receipts amounts
5. Payment amounts

Cheshire Bridge Safe Street & Resurfacing July 22, 2025

Mon, 04 Aug 2025 22:51:31 GMT

Cheshire Bridge Safe Streets & Resurfacing Community Meeting July 22, 2025

OVERVIEW OF PROJECT & MEETING

VIEW THE MEETING PRESENTATION HERE

REFERENCE THE PROJECT ON ATLDOT WEBSITE

GIVE FEEDBACK HERE

Project Purpose: The Cheshire Bridge Road Safe Street & Resurfacing project aims to analyze existing safety and traffic conditions and propose improvements for pedestrian safety along Cheshire Bridge Road NE in Atlanta.
Project Goals: The project's goals are to analyze existing operational conditions, enhance safety features, and make Cheshire Bridge Road more pedestrian-friendly.
Project Scope: The project covers approximately 1.5 miles of the 5-mile Cheshire Bridge Road Corridor, specifically from just east of Piedmont Avenue to Lenox Road, including nine intersections.
Project Status: Notice to Proceed was issued in April 2025, site visits occurred in May and June 2025, and a Draft Traffic and Safety Study has been submitted. A Concept Report incorporating City and Stakeholder comments is due August 29, 2025.
Existing Conditions Analysis: The project includes an overview of existing field conditions, operational analysis, and historical crash analysis. Crash data (2020-2024) indicates a high number of injuries, with the majority of crashes occurring in daylight and clear weather conditions.
Community Feedback: Community members expressed strong concerns about safety and connectivity for pedestrians and cyclists, desiring improved bike lanes, sidewalk improvements, intersection safety measures, a road diet, and protected bike facilities.
Recommended Improvements: Suggested improvements include:
- Pedestrian & Bicyclist Improvements: Raised sidewalks, high-visibility crosswalks, colored pedestrian crossing markings, sidewalk buffers, road diet, Pedestrian Hybrid Beacons (PHB), gateway treatments, raised crosswalks, and three mid-block pedestrian crossings (at Lenox Road, Manchester Road, and Woodland Avenue).
- Intersection Improvements: Corner/turn wedges and hardened centerlines, and Leading Pedestrian Intervals.
- Miscellaneous Improvements: Retroreflective pavement markings, pavement striping (including edge lines), improved signage, lighting improvements, and pruning and maintenance of vegetation.
Project Schedule: Concept submittal is set for August 29, 2025, final plans submittal for Spring 2026, and construction is expected to begin in Fall 2026.
Contact Information: The Atlanta Department of Transportation (ATLDOT) website and social media channels are provided for more information. ATLDOT@AtlantaGA.gov

Monroe Drive Safe Street Project Info + Feedback by August 30th!

Mon, 04 Aug 2025 22:38:20 GMT

Monroe Drive Safe Street & Resurfacing Project: aUG. 4, 2025

Please take a few moments to provide your valuable feedback on the recent community meeting.

*Please note this information is subject to the Georgia Open Records Act (O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70)

VIEW THE PLAN LAYOUTS

REFERENCE THE PROJECT ON ATLDOT WEBSITE

FEEDBACK DEADLINE IS SATURDAY, AUGUST 30TH!

GIVE YOUR FEEDBACK HERE

The Piedmont Heights Business Alliance is collecting this feedback in a digital format which will be shared with ATLDOT.

6.25.25 Quarterly Meeting Agenda

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 01:06:51 GMT

9:30-10:00 AM: Networking with Coffee and Pastries 10:00-11:00 AM: BUSINESS MEETING

Thank you to our host Mistora for providing coffee and pastries.

10:00 AM: Welcome to the Piedmont Heights Business Alliance Meeting!

Welcome: Sachi Takahara, President, Owner of Nakato Japanese Restaurant
Introductions: Your name, business name, address and # of years in business (30 secs pp)
Host Introduction: Mistora Owner: Jacob Isliker

10:15AM: Piedmont Heights Alliance Organization Business

Finances: Bob Glascock, Treasurer, Coldwell Banker: Current Bank Balance: $34,840.00
- Atlanta BeltLine Grant: $6000 remaining
Social Content Manager & Member Outreach, JULIE FOSTER social@pihialliance.com
- MEMBERS: Tag @pihialliance in your posts and we’ll reshare. Share your events to social@pihialliance.com to be included in our newsletter.
- EVERYONE: Follow @PiHiAlliance on IG & FB. Like & comment on our posts please!
ATL311 TASK FORCE: Jasmine Maskell, Liaison, Timeless Tattoo: pihiatl311@gmail.com
- Submit infrastructure issues with location, photo and we’ll track and get it fixed.
- Call 311 in the City of Atlanta and select Supportive Services for PAD. AtlantaPad.org
- ATL311’s Supportive Services and PAD now operate from 7:00am – 12:00am, Monday through Friday. PAD teams respond to requests within 30 minutes, addressing immediate needs and connecting individuals experiencing quality of life issues.
- To report an encampment email encampments@partnersforhome.org. PROCESS HERE

10:25AM: 2025 FOCUS: SHOP SMALL, BUY LOCAL

Beautify Cheshire Bridge: Saturday, June 7th. Thank you to Lindridge Martin Manor, LaVista Park, MLPA, PHCA and South Fork Conservancy for attending the June 7th Beautify Cheshire Bridge. 37 volunteers 50+ bags of trash, 2.5 miles, 2.5 hours. Read the blog here!

3rd Annual Taste of PiHi: Sunday, September 28, 2025 3-6pm- Indie Studios.

This is a member’s only promotion event!

Be a Station: Food, drink, community or makers station by August 6th. STATION SIGN UP
RAFFLE DONATION ONLY
- Social media short filming starts the week of August 11th.

SAVE THE DATE: Beautify Cheshire Bridge: Saturday November 15, 2025: 9:30 am- Noon. Piedmont to Faulkner. Possible America Recycles day collab with Keep Atlanta Beautiful.
Shop Small Weekend: Friday, November 28-Sunday, November 30, 2025

CONNECTING TO LOCAL SUPPORTERS: Morningside Lenox Park, LaVista Park, Lindridge Martin-Manor, Manchester HOA and Piedmont Heights. This represents over 6000 households!!!

Next meeting of the Cheshire Bridge Neighborhood Coalition on Monday, August 25, 2025

SLICE OF PIHI MEMBERSHIP DRIVE

Restaurants & Storefronts can join now for $31.40 per month/ $377 year. JOIN TODAY
Current Membership: 56 Members. 14 new members in 2025 Membership Directory
Welcome New 2025 Members Since April: Starship/Galaxy, Barking Hound Village, Mistora Tapas & Cocktails, Morningside Lenox Park Association (MLPA), Morris & Fellows, Manchester Community and Midtown Bowl
Pending Members: Smith’s Olde Bar, Richard’s Variety

10:35AM: COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT UPDATE

We won a $60K Grant from Atlanta BeltLine to develop a Community Improvement District for the Cheshire Bridge/Monroe/Piedmont corridors. SEE MAP HERE
HIRING IN PROGRESS: Colleen Kiernan Urban Planner/Designer to lead the CID development
COMPLETED: Feasibility Study with KB Advisory Group is complete. SEE HERE
COMPLETED: Major Infrastructure Project list by Kimley-Horn.
COMPLETED: Buckhead Safety Alliance proposal

10:45AM: MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS

Nakato Japanese Restaurant: Renovations, To Go and Sushi Making Classes
Mistora: 10% to all residents and business owners in July

FYI: Upcoming Events & Meetings

SUBSCRIBE TO THE COMMUNITY CALENDAR TO FIND ALL THE MEETINGS & BUSINESS RESOURCES

SUBSCRIBE TO CALENDAR	BECOME A MEMBER	TASTE OF PIHI STATION SIGN UP

11:00AM: Adjourn:

June 7th Beautify Cheshire Bridge: Collaboration at It's Best!

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 20:47:10 GMT

June 7th Beautify Cheshire Bridge: Collaboration at It's Best!

We're thrilled with the incredible turnout of 37 volunteers that collected 47 bags of trash and a lot of big items! The feat of hauling all of the existing bags and construction debris from I-85 to our location was above and beyond- Thank you to the Halpern Crew and Eugene for making that happen!

The trash collected included broken glass, yard signs, a huge coil of wire, industrial drill bit, broken traffic cone, underwear, denim shorts, condoms, chicken wing bones, construction materials, back of a large screen TV, a twisted yield sign and a fentanyl test kit along with the usual packaging, water/soda bottles and cigarette butts. WE LOVE OUR VOLUNTEERS!

Thank you to Halpern Enterprises for sponsoring the coordination, breakfast and publicity of the event.
Thank you to Nakato for providing the tent,cooler and chairs...it was hot and the iced water and shade made a big difference.
Thank you to Neighborhood Associations of Lindridge Martin Manor, LaVista Park, Morningside Lenox Park, Piedmont Heights and the South Fork Conservancy for coming together and caring about the small business commercial corridors of Cheshire Bridge.
Thank you to Keep Atlanta Beautiful for providing the gloves, trash grabbers, safety vests and trash bags.
Thank you to Six Feet Under for providing 50% lunch that day. I made sure to grab a snack and a cold beer!!!
Thank you to Councilmember Wan for showing up and supporting!

TAKE A LOOK AT THE PHOTOS

Album 1

Album 2

MARK YOUR CALENDARS NOW: Saturday, November 15th from 9:30-Noon on Cheshire Bridge from Piedmont to Faulkner Rd.

AJC Article: Community Improvement Districts are Transforming Georgia

Mon, 05 May 2025 17:02:26 GMT

Community Improvement Districts are Transforming Georgia
By Emory Morsberger – contributor

April 27, 2025

Did you know the roundabout that eases your daily commute, the sidewalk you stroll down for lunch or that inviting green space in the middle of your city might not be the result of your local government? In fact, they could very well be the result of a Community Improvement District?

Across Georgia, these self-taxing districts — formed and funded by commercial property owners — are delivering real, measurable improvements in infrastructure, mobility, beautification and redevelopment. And they’re doing it faster, more efficiently and more strategically than many traditional public funding mechanisms will allow.

Georgia’s first CID was established in 1988, when business leaders in Cobb County formed the Cumberland CID to address growing traffic and area infrastructure needs. Since then, the model has expanded across the state. More than 30 active CIDs are operating in Georgia today, collectively investing over $1.5 billion in locally generated funds that have leveraged more than $5 billion in additional infrastructure and economic development investments.

At the heart of the CID model is a simple idea: Property owners know what their community needs, and they’re willing to invest in making it happen, ultimately resulting in increased property values across the district. By using a small additional property tax on commercial properties within their boundaries, CIDs create a pool of funding that stays local — supporting infrastructure, transit and mobility projects that improve quality of life, attract businesses and drive long-term economic success. These districts also work closely with city, county, regional and state agencies — including the Georgia Department of Transportation, MARTA, the Atlanta Regional Commission, Atlanta-Region Transit Link Authority and local governments — to deliver projects through powerful public-private partnerships.

CIDs come in all shapes and sizes. Some cover vast urban corridors while others serve smaller suburban or industrial areas, but size doesn’t determine impact. Even the smallest CIDs are driving meaningful change in their communities, and many districts are looking to expand their boundaries to meet growing demand, strengthening their ability to improve infrastructure and support new economic development.

Infrastructure improvement has long been a cornerstone of CID work. The Cumberland CID and Perimeter CIDs have played essential roles in reshaping some of the most complex interchanges in the state, including the I-285/GA 400 interchange and the developing I-285 top end express lanes. These projects are relieving congestion for hundreds of thousands of commuters each day and improving connectivity to two of metro Atlanta’s busiest commercial corridors. Meanwhile, in Gwinnett County, Gateway85 CID has added more than 20 miles of new sidewalks, along with street lighting and landscaping, to enhance pedestrian safety and accessibility in one of Georgia’s largest industrial and logistics hubs. In North Fulton, the True North 400 CID is also taking on key infrastructure challenges, advocating for major interchange upgrades and safety enhancements along the GA 400 technology corridor.

But CIDs do more than move cars more efficiently, they move people. Mobility solutions like the Town Center CID’s bike share program — the first of its kind in Georgia — are helping residents and workers explore alternative ways of getting around. The Airport CIDs are planning for the future by supporting advanced transit concepts like driverless shuttles and recently relaunched a commuter services program to serve 157,000-plus workers in the Atlanta airport area. These efforts help reduce single occupant vehicle miles on the road, reduce emissions and expand access to job centers.

CIDs also lead the way in redevelopment, often sparking new life in underutilized or declining areas. In Doraville, the Assembly CID is helping transform the former GM plant into a 165-acre innovation district that blends housing, jobs and entertainment. In Gwinnett County, the Gwinnett Place CID has worked hand-in-hand with county leaders to reimagine the long-vacant Gwinnett Place mall site into a vibrant mixed-use development that will serve as a new urban center for the heart of Gwinnett County’s business district. In Lilburn, the CID has played a key role in shaping a walkable, revitalized downtown that blends historic charm with modern amenities.

Beautification and placemaking are perhaps some of the most visible CID efforts. Midtown Alliance, which operates in a CID boundary, has led the charge in transforming Midtown Atlanta through strict development standards and streetscape enhancements, creating a safer, more walkable urban core. These kinds of visual improvements don’t just make places look better — they help foster community pride, attract new businesses and spur further investment.

The success of Georgia’s CIDs hasn’t gone unnoticed. New CIDs are forming across the state. The Locust Grove North CID in Henry County was created to support a $10 million road improvement project tied to the development of a major manufacturing facility and the creation of 900 new jobs. As more communities see the impact of CIDs firsthand, interest continues to grow in this model of locally driven investment.

As Georgia continues to attract new residents and businesses, the need for smart, strategic investment in infrastructure and community development has never been greater. CIDs are stepping up to meet that need — working collaboratively with public partners, leveraging private dollars and making the kinds of improvements that benefit all. Whether you’re walking to work, navigating less traffic or spending time in a safer, cleaner community space, there’s a good chance a CID helped make it happen.

HIRING: Urban Planner/Designer for CID Formation

Mon, 05 May 2025 16:40:03 GMT

HIRING! URBAN PLANNER/DESIGNER TO LEAD CID FORMATION

The Piedmont Heights Alliance is seeking a motivated, self-directed recent graduate, or current student with an expected graduation date of Spring 2026 or earlier, in Urban Design, Urban Planning, or a related field to assist in the development and formation of a Community Improvement District (CID) for the greater Piedmont Heights / Cheshire Bridge corridor in Atlanta, GA. This contract position will play a vital role in shaping the future of one of Atlanta’s oldest neighborhoods, industrial hubs, and commercial corridors, including Piedmont Avenue, Armour-Ottley, Monroe Drive, Cheshire Bridge Road, as well as the Northeast Segment of the Atlanta BeltLine. This area includes a diverse mix of large employers and small businesses, and is home to over 40 legacy businesses who have been in business for over 30 years. The area serves as a key connection point for over 30,000 daily commuters and is home to roughly 20,000 residents.

The successful candidate will influence a broad spectrum of improvements and help to grow a historic neighborhood with rich cultural and commercial significance, collaborating with local businesses, neighborhood associations, city stakeholders, and various governmental and non-governmental funding sources.

See the full job description and how to apply HERE

4.23.25 Quarterly Meeting Recap

Mon, 05 May 2025 16:32:56 GMT

April 23rd Quarterly Meeting Recap

Thank you to Timeless Tattoo, Lavista, Coldwell Banker, Virtue & Vice, F&B Group, Blue Moon Productions, Ltd., The Colonnade Atlanta, Northwood Office, Starship, Midtown Bowl, Warren Epstein & Associates, Nakato, Wimbledon Suites, Stacy's Pharmacy, Armour Junction, Starship, Mr.Natural Superior Soil, LaVista Park Civic Assoc., Mistora Kitchen, PAD and idealDESIGN,inc for attending.

Thank you to our host Midtown Bowl.
Thank you Sponsors: Coffee: Nakato Pasties from Daily Chew: idealDESIGN

10:00 AM: Welcome to the Piedmont Heights Business Alliance Meeting!

Welcome: Sachi Takahara, President, Owner of Nakato Japanese Restaurant
Introductions: Your name, business name, address and # of years in business (30 secs pp)
Host Introduction: Midtown Bowl: Tia Allen and Seth Somerstein

10:15AM: Piedmont Heights Alliance Organization Business

Finances: Bob Glascock, Treasurer, Coldwell Banker: Current Bank Balance: $35,105.43

Atlanta BeltLine Grant: $6000 remaining

Social Content Manager & Member Outreach, JULIE FOSTER social@pihialliance.com

MEMBERS: Tag @pihialliance in your posts and we’ll reshare. Share your events to social@pihialliance.com to be included in our newsletter.
EVERYONE: Follow @PiHiAlliance on IG & FB. Like & comment on our posts please!

ATL311 TASK FORCE: Jasmine Maskell, Liaison, Timeless Tattoo: pihiatl311@gmail.com

Submit infrastructure issues with location, photo and we’ll track and get it fixed.
WE NEED YOU TO ATTEND!Court Case for Happy Hermans/Ace/Dry Cleaners & Diner located at 2299, 2297 and 2277 Cheshire Bridge on Tuesday April 29 @ 9:00am City of Atlanta Municipal Court, 150 Garnett Street, Court Room 5C at 9AM.

10:25AM: GUEST PRESENTATION: Policing Alternatives and Diversion Initiative. (PAD)

Call 311 in the City of Atlanta and select Supportive Services for PAD. AtlantaPad.org
ATL311’s Supportive Services and PAD now operate from 7:00am – 12:00am, Monday through Friday. PAD teams respond to requests within 30 minutes, addressing immediate needs and connecting individuals experiencing quality of life issues.
To report an encampment email encampments@partnersforhome.org. SEE PROCESS HERE

10:35AM: 2025 FOCUS: SHOP SMALL, BUY LOCAL

MARCH RECAP:

Pi~Hi Days: Friday, March 14-Sunday, March 16, 2025

15 members participated. 3 new members added. Increased social followers by 12%!

Ansley Mall/BeltLine Clean Up: Saturday, March 15, 2025

75 volunteers, 2 miles, 2.5 hours. 50+ bags of trash. Thank you Selig Enterprises, Georgia Power, Nakato Japanese Restaurant, Creative Punch Design and Ansley Golf Course.

UPCOMING

Beautify Cheshire Bridge: Saturday, May 17th from 9:30-Noon. Meet at Tara Theatre. Collaboration with Lindridge Martin-Manor Neighborhood Assoc. and LaVista Park Civic Association. Sponsored by Halpern Enterprises. Breakfast & equipment provided. VOLUNTEER
3rd Annual Taste of PiHi: Sunday, September 28, 2025 3-6pm- SIGN UP BEGINS IN MAY!
Shop Small Weekend: Friday, November 28-Sunday, November 30, 2025

CONNECTING TO LOCAL SUPPORTERS: Morningside Lenox Park, LaVista Park, Lindridge Martin-Manor, and Piedmont Heights. This represents over 5000 households!!!

Next meeting of the Cheshire Bridge Neighborhood Coalition on Monday, April 28 @ 11am!

SLICE OF PIHI MEMBERSHIP DRIVE

Restaurants & Storefronts can join now for $31.40 per month/ $377 year. JOIN TODAY
Current Membership: 56 Members. 9 new members in 2025 Membership Directory
Welcome New 2025 Members: Painted Pickle, Starship Enterprises of Atlanta, Level 7 salon, Bantam & Biddy, Midtown Family Wellness, G&R General Contractors, Morningside Lenox Park Association (MLPA), Optimal Capital, LLC and Ansley Wine Merchants
Thank you MARCH Renewing Members: Atlanta Track Club,ASW Distillery, She's Wired, Woof's Atlanta, Ultimate Bodies by Carlos, Timeless Tattoo and The Mendez Foundation
Pending Members: Smith’s Olde Bar, Richard’s Variety

10:45AM: COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT UPDATE

We won a $60K Grant from Atlanta BeltLine to develop a Community Improvement District for the Cheshire Bridge/Monroe/Piedmont corridors. SEE MAP HERE
COMPLETED: Feasibility Study with KB Advisory Group is complete. SEE HERE
COMPLETED: Major Infrastructure Project list by Kimley-Horn.
COMPLETED: Buckhead Safety Alliance proposal
SEEKING Urban Planner/Designer to lead the CID parcel map and petition process. Job Post
More info Show Your Support-Fill out Form

FYI: Upcoming Events & Meetings

BeltLine Business Ventures Accelerator: Applications Open Until April 27th
Tuesday, May 6, 7pm: Piedmont Heights Civic Association Meeting More info
Invest Atlanta: Thurs. May 8: 5:30-7pm Small Business VIRTUAL Forum
Saturday, May 17, 9:30-Noon: Beautify Cheshire Bridge: Volunteer here

Wednesday, May 21, 7pm: NPU-F Meeting More info

11:00AM: Adjourn: NEXT MEETING IS JUNE 25, 2025 @ 9:30AM Mistora Tapas at 1620 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30324.

Unsheltered Resources: PAD + Partners for HOME

Mon, 05 May 2025 16:21:10 GMT

Unsheltered Resources: PAD + Partners for HOME

Call 311 in the City of Atlanta and select Supportive Services for PAD.
AtlantaPad.org
ATL311’s Supportive Services and PAD now operate from 7:00am – 12:00am, Monday through Friday. PAD teams respond to requests within 30 minutes, addressing immediate needs and connecting individuals experiencing quality of life issues.
WHO TO CALL INFO
FAQ'S
FULL LIST OF UNSHELTERED RESOURCES

ENCAMPMENTS

To report an encampment email encampments@partnersforhome.org. SEE PROCESS HERE

Images: Grand vision for Piedmont Park's future officially unveiled by Urbanize Atlanta

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 20:39:13 GMT

Grand Vision for Piedmont Park's Future by Urbanize Atlanta

April 24, 2025, 3:43PMJosh Green

If you adore Atlanta’s marquee greenspace today, just imagine if—or when—all of this comes to fruition.

Following more than 30 public engagement events, 1,500 surveys from Atlantans, and extensive fundraising efforts that netted more than $3 million, Piedmont Park’s first Comprehensive Plan in 25 years was officially uncloaked during a landmark event today.

More than 500 guests, stakeholders, and park supporters gathered for The Piedmont Park Conservancy’s 28th Annual Landmark Luncheon—an event that took in another $500,000 in contributions. Coined “The Big Reveal,” the unveiling of the comprehensive plan outlined how Atlanta’s most-visited park could expand and evolve in coming years, in terms of functionality, access, and some truly unique features.

READ THE FULL ARTICLE AND SEE THE PHOTOS

Atlanta Local Legacy: 30 years in business or more!

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 17:58:24 GMT

Atlanta Local Legacy honors businesses 30 years and older

Legacy Business Launch event! Legacy Businesses are extremely important to the fabric of our great city, and we want you to join us as we celebrate them.

The launch event will take place at Pittsburgh Yards on April 1, from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm. The event will include remarks from the Mayor as he will be in attendance, food, a DJ and networking opportunities.

A Legacy Business is a business that has been operating for 30 years or more and contributes to the history, culture, and identity of Atlanta. The Legacy Business Program is comprised of several components designed to benefit Legacy Businesses inclusive of the Small Business Improvement Grant (TAD's), Legacy Empowerment Grant and the Atlanta Local Legacy business registry. All of these components are to ensure that Legacy Businesses are in place and thriving for another 30 years.

Legacy Business Launch Registration Link

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/atlanta-local-legacy-business-celebration-tickets-1281169535569?aff=oddtdtcreator

Atlanta Local Legacy

https://www.investatlanta.com/businesses/small-businesses/atlanta-local-legacy-program

3.15.25 Beautify PiHi: Ansley Mall & NE BeltLine Clean Up

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 13:53:33 GMT

Thank you!!! Beautify PiHi on March 15th was a community success!

The Piedmont Heights Business Alliance and the Piedmont Heights Civic Association are so thankful to everyone who supported the Beautify PiHi clean up on Saturday, March 15th. We are so grateful to the 73 volunteers from nearby residents, Selig Enterprises, Georgia Power, business owners and people who care about supporting small businesses! Thank you volunteers!

Thank you to Selig Enterprises for sponsoring the event, providing breakfast as well as the perfect meeting spot at Ansley Mall. We were so thrilled to have the Selig family in attendance.
Thank you to the Atlanta BeltLine Partnership for providing trash grabbers, garbage bags, volunteers and a community outreach booth.
Thank you to the Ansley Golf Course for picking up the bags and disposing them into the dumpster- we couldn’t have done it without your golf carts!
Thank you to City of Atlanta City council member, Alex Wan, for attending and speaking with so many neighbors and business owners.
Thank you to Fire Station 22 for providing EMT services. Thank goodness we didn’t need it.
Thank you to PiHi Alliance members Nabo and Midtown Family Wellness for being a pop-up with us. I wonder who won the free massage and pizza oven?
Thank you to Creative Punch Design for the great graphics!
Thank you to the PiHi Alliance and Piedmont Heights Civic Association volunteer board members-Sachi Takahra, Jan Epstein, Bob Glascock, Susan Kanelos and Kris Martin for coordinating the event, leading clean up teams and being an awesome year-round volunteer.

Our efforts covered 2 miles along the NE trail of the Atlanta BeltLine and streets around Ansley Mall including Montgomery Ferry, Monroe Drive and Piedmont Avenue from Clear Creek to Pelham.

The eager crew collected over 50 full bags of trash filled with cigarette butts, a lot of stir straws, a push broom, an Apple watch, boxes, broken glass, chip and candy wrappers, plastic cups and straws, bottles, cans, a bra, khaki pants, shoes, a car bumper and windshield, a positive pregnancy test, a smashed radio, books, a Beyonce CD and even a prom dress.
Wow, so glad all that trash is longer on our streets.

Beautify PiHi supports residents, small businesses and everyone who frequents the commercial districts of the greater Piedmont Heights.

Our next clean up will be in collaboration with the Lindridge Martin-Manor Neighborhood Association on Saturday, May 17th from 9:30-Noon focused on Cheshire Bridge Road.
Sign up here

Thank you for cleaning up Piedmont Heights on March 15th. We appreciate your support!

SEE THE PHOTOS HERE

March Small Business Grants

Mon, 10 Mar 2025 15:47:16 GMT

March Small Business Grants

Small-business owners are worried that a variety of factors could hurt their business growth prospects in the months to come.

About 53% of business owners surveyed by the Small Business Majority were worried about tariffs negatively impacting their business, while 77% were worried about tariffs impacting the American economy more broadly. The survey also found that over the past three months, business revenues decreased for 42% of entrepreneurs and stayed the same for 34% over that period. Just 24% of small businesses reported revenue increases.

A separate survey from small-business networking platform Alignable found that 30% of small businesses anticipate revenue losses due to tariffs proposed by the Trump administration. Just 18% believe it will boost their sales.

"Small businesses are already navigating a financial minefield — rising costs, inflation, and economic uncertainty," Alignable CEO Eric Groves said in a press release. "Now, the threat of new tariffs could be the breaking point for many.”

For small businesses looking to bolster their financial state or take their business to the next level amid the uncertainty, we have assembled a list of small-business grants that are open for applications.

Honeycomb Credit offers ‘breakthrough’ grant

Small-business investment platform Honeycomb Credit is offering a $10,000 breakthrough grant to support small businesses achieving their next big step, whether it’s a new location, launching a food truck or franchising. Applicants must own a business to qualify. Applications are due by 11:59 p.m. on April 2, 2025, with the grant winner to be announced by April 11, 2025.

Cognac brand Remy Martin offers $20,000 grants

Creatives and entrepreneurs contributing to their local culture in a few select cities are eligible for the Remy Martin This is My City Microgrant. The grant is for entrepreneurs in Chicago, Detroit, New York City and Atlanta, with a winner in each city getting the money and one-on-one mentorship from an established figure in their field. The grant coincides with the release of limited edition bottles designed to mimic the culture and flavor of each city.

This is My City grant honorees will be announced in June 2025. Applicants can submit their entries on RemyMartin.com/en-us/This-Is-My-City Applications close April 11, 2025.

$5,000 Faire Small-Business Grant

Independent retail stores or those who soon plan to open a retail store can win a $5,000 grant in Faire merchandise to help stock their store. Applicants need to provide a few details and submit a short video on how the grant money would help. Applications are due March 31, 2025, and winners are announced April 30, 2025.

$10,000 DoorDash disaster relief grants

Restaurants across the country hit hard by a natural disaster can apply for $10,000 grants, courtesy of DoorDash.

The Restaurant Disaster Relief Fund, a partnership between DoorDash, financing platform Hello Alice and the Global Entrepreneurship network, is open to restaurants in state or federally declared natural-disaster areas. The grant windows operate on a rolling bases, with four a year.

To be eligible, restaurants must have a brick-and-mortar location, fewer than 50 employees per location, be open at least six months and have less than $3 million in revenue per location.

The first window for applications is open until March 3. Winners will be announced in April.

Additional grants business owners can apply for throughout 2025 include:

Verizon's Small Business Digital Ready program: Business owners who sign up for the free Verizon Small Business Digital Ready online community will be eligible to apply for grants throughout the year. The company provides up to $1 million in grant funding a year.
The National Science Foundation: The National Science Foundation’s America’s Seed Fund provides millions in grant funding to small businesses and startups with big ideas. The grant program gives out roughly $200 million per year to eligible businesses.
The National Association for the Self-Employed: The National Association for the Self-Employed has a $4,000 growth grant that it offers on a rolling basis. Only members are eligible.

9.26.24 Atlanta Beltline officials unveil ambitious transit vision with dozens of potential stations

Sat, 28 Sep 2024 15:00:25 GMT

Atlanta Beltline officials unveil ambitious transit vision with dozens of potential stations

By Tyler Wilkins – Staff Reporter, Atlanta Business Chronicle

Sep 27, 2024

Atlanta Beltline Inc. has identified dozens of potential transit stations for three-quarters of a proposed network that would tie into MARTA's heavy-rail system.

At a Thursday meeting, ABI shared the latest findings of a $3.5 million transit study focused on the northwestern, southwestern and southeastern quadrants of the 22-mile light rail network that would be built near the trail loop. MARTA previously completed a similar study for the northeastern quadrant.

Within the next several months, the organization plans to determine anticipated ridership estimates and cost projections for the segments, said Shaun Green, ABI's principal engineer and project manager. It's unclear when any of the proposals discussed Thursday night could be built.

"The intention of the Beltline is that of connectivity," Green said. "It's making sure that people can get all over the city with as much ease and with as much access as possible."

The northwestern segment between South Buckhead and Bankhead lacks an abandoned rail corridor to follow, making it the most challenging portion of the network to scope out. ABI compiled five corridor options, which would link up with a proposed infill heavy-rail station at Armour Yards or possibly farther north to the existing Lindbergh station, where it would tie into the northeastern segment of the network.

Most options for the northwestern segment would run through Knight Park/Howell Station, Loring Heights, Atlantic Station and Brookwood, while one of them would be built farther north and run through Blandtown, Berkeley Park and Collier Hills. Providing transit access to the area around Piedmont Hospital along Peachtree Road is a priority, Green said.

The alignment is already established for the southern half of the network, and ABI owns most of the land needed for it. The study produced 26 potential station locations for the southwestern and southeastern segments. Building all of them would slow down service, Green said, but passengers could rely on the trail system to complete shorter trips.

ABI created a preliminary plan for the southern half with more than 12 stations, selected based on their proximity to affordable housing, nearby development potential and connectivity options with existing and planned transit, among other criteria. The route would intersect with infill heavy-rail stations proposed at Joseph E. Boone Boulevard and Murphy Avenue.

ABI plans to determine how to fund and deliver the projects at a later point in the study process, Green said.

In 2016, City of Atlanta voters approved a half-penny sales tax underpinning More MARTA Atlanta. The expansion program includes bus rapid transit lines, streetcar routes and segments of the Beltline light rail network now being refined by ABI.

But, in early 2023, MARTA placed more than half of the expansion projects on the back burner because of financial constraints. The upcoming extension of the Atlanta Streetcar to the Eastside Trail is the only Beltline-related project that is scheduled to be built and operational by the end of the decade. That project is facing intense pushback from residents and businesses and even being questioned by Mayor Andre Dickens.

Dickens made a surprising announcement earlier this year to build four infill stations, which would provide direct access to MARTA's heavy-rail network and the Beltline trails. It is unclear when those projects could advance toward construction and how they would be funded. The mayor has mentioned the More MARTA tax as a potential option.

9.24.24 ATLDOT Roundabout Meeting: Pelham Road & N. Rock Springs and Lenox Road & Johnson Road

Sat, 28 Sep 2024 14:49:00 GMT

On behalf of the Atlanta Department of Transportation (ATLDOT), thank you for your interest in the Roundabout Bundle Community Meeting.

ATLDOT hosted a virtual public engagement meeting on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, to provide the public an opportunity to view the project designs, ask questions, and share feedback on the proposed roundabouts at Pelham Road & N. Rock Springs and Lenox Road & Johnson Road.

All materials presented during the meeting are available on our Website via the links below:

Roundabout Bundle Community Meeting, Design/Plans

Roundabout Bundle Community Meeting, Comment Card

Roundabout Bundle Community Meeting, Virtual Meeting Link

ATLDOT remains committed to enhancing safety and providing equitable mobility options for all residents of Atlanta.

We encourage you to stay involved and follow us on our social media platforms:: Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and Nextdoor.

9.25.24 Meeting Agenda

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 15:31:00 GMT

9:30-10:00 AM: Networking with Coffee and Pastries 10:00-11:00 AM: BUSINESS MEETING

Thank you to our host The Colonnade.
Thank you to Halpern Enterprises for sponsoring the coffee, pastries and bagels.
Member Only Social Media Shorts: Filming 9:30-10:00a and 11:00-11:30a.

10:00 AM: Welcome to the Piedmont Heights Business Alliance Meeting!

Welcome: Sachi Takahara, President, Owner of Nakato Japanese Restaurant
Introductions: Your name, business name, address and # of years in business (30 secs pp)
Welcome to the new owners of The Colonnade: Lewis Jeffries and Paul Donahue.

10:10AM: City of Atlanta Code Enforcement:

ATL311 for public right of way issues (weeds, trash, graffiti - Send case number to pihiatl311@gmail.com and we’ll make sure it gets completed.
codebustersdcp@atlantaga.gov for permits, zoning for permanent locations
911 for illegal late night vending. Send pihiatl311@gmail.com photos, date and location!!
After 5pm issues: (parking, liquor license violations, safety, abandoned buildings, etc.
- Renardo Paschal Nightlife & Culture Office, (470)528-2874, RPaschal@atlantaga.gov

10:15AM: Piedmont Heights Alliance Organization Business

Finances: Bob Glascock, Treasurer, Coldwell Banker: Current Bank Balance: $25,616
Membership: 55 Members. Membership Directory
- Welcome New Members: Indie Studios, LaVista
- Thank you to our 2024 Annual Renewals: Ansley Kroger, Felix’s Atlanta, Futo’s Wrecker, Ansley Home Cleaning, Virtue and Vice and Fix n Flow Plumbing.
- Thank you to our Monthly Memberships: Midtown Psychotherapy Associates, Wimbledon Salon Suites, Nino’s, City Dance Atlanta, Ultimate Bodies by Carlos, Mayson Chapel Baptist Church
- - JOIN TODAY: Annual or Monthly membership subscriptions for Restaurant/Bar $65, Storefront $45 and Nonprofits $21.
WELCOME NEW Board Members: Thomas Martin, Lavista- Chair of CID Committee and John Brozovic, Halpern Enterprises- CID Committee Member
COMMITTEE MEMBERS NEEDED! 2nd Annual Taste of PiHi Sunday Nov. 10th. Raised $2000. 5 restaurants. 14 raffle prizes. 3 sponsors. 100 people attended. We need help making it 3 times as successful as last year. INTERESTED? Text Jennifer at 678.469.9166 or email discover@pihialliance.com

SOCIAL MEDIA UPDATE: Julia Jones: Digital Media Manager social@pihialliance.com
- MEMBERS: Tag @pihialliance in your posts and we’ll reshare.
- EVERYONE: Follow @PiHiAlliance on IG & FB. Like & comment on our posts please!
ATL311 TASK FORCE: Jasmine Maskell, Liaison, Timeless Tattoo: pihiatl311@gmail.com
- Submit infrastructure issues with location, photo and we’ll track and get it fixed.

10:30AM: KB Advisory Group: Jonathan Gelber: CID FEASIBILITY STUDY

We won a $60K Grant from Atlanta BeltLine to develop a Community Improvement District for the Cheshire Bridge/Monroe/Piedmont corridors.
PiHi Alliance has contracted with KB Advisory Group to conduct a feasibility study.
More info Show Your Support-Fill out Form
Q&A

FYI: Upcoming Events & Meetings

Tuesday, October 2, 7pm: Piedmont Heights Civic Association Meeting More info

Wednesday, October 16, 7pm: NPU-F Meeting More info

10:55:AM: Final Remarks + MARK YOUR CALENDARS

2nd Annual Taste of PiHi: Sunday November 10 from 3-6PM. PARTICIPATE HERE!

11:00AM: Adjourn

11:00-11:30AM: Filming of Member Only Social Media Shorts. 5 Minute spots available. PiHi Alliance will be posting a business spotlight once a week.

We Won a $60K Grant from Atlanta BeltLine Inc!

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 15:58:45 GMT

The PiHi Alliance has been awarded a $60,000 commercial district grant from the Atlanta BeltLine to explore the feasibility of a Community Improvement District (CID) for the Monroe/Piedmont/Cheshire Bridge corridors.

- The PiHi Alliance has contracted with the KB Advisory Group for the feasibility study starting this week and will take 12 weeks to complete.

See the grant proposal here.

Over the next 12 months, the PiHi Alliance will embark on a development process that will include:

Community engagement at the second annual Taste of PiHi.
Gauging interest and support from commercial property owners within the corridors.
Building a PiHi Alliance CID steering committee of commercial property owners to assist the process.
Creating the district operations, boundaries and purpose.
- PiHi Alliance membership is required to serve on the committee.

TO GET INVOLVED

Attend the upcoming quarterly meeting on 9/25 from 9:30-11:00am at the Colonnade for a CID presentation with KB Advisory Group. RSVP here
Fill out THIS FORM and let us know how you can contribute.
Become a member of PiHi Alliance.
Follow us on FB & IG @PiHiAlliance for updates.

National Voter Registration Day with MARTA

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 23:16:54 GMT

NATIONAL VOTER REGISTRATION DAY

Tuesday, September 17

2 - 6 PM

National Voter Registration Day is the largest non-partisan civic holiday dedicated to helping eligible citizens register to vote. MARTA has partnered with non-partisan community organizations to raise awareness and promote active participation in elections.

Registration will be held at the following stations:

Five Points
College Park
H.E. Holmes
Lindbergh Center
Doraville
Kensington
North Springs

To register to vote during any of these events, attendees must present a state identification card or state-issued driver’s license or be prepared to provide the last four digits of their Social Security number.

Atlanta Nightlife Consumer Survey

Fri, 06 Sep 2024 21:31:54 GMT

The City of Atlanta’s Nightlife Division is conducting a study to detail the unique significance of Atlanta’s nightlife culture and how the city’s nightlife industry supports the local economy. The purpose of this survey is to understand customer behavior and perceptions of Atlanta’s nightlife.

The survey should take 5 minutes to complete. All answers will be kept anonymous.

This survey was designed and conducted by Jon Stover & Associates (JS&A) and Purpose Possible. If you have any questions, please contact JS&A at info@@stoverandassociates.com.

TAKE THE SURVEY HERE

Welcome NEW BOARD Member: Leroy Durden Jr.

Mon, 22 Jul 2024 19:35:42 GMT

WELCOME NEW BOARD MEMBER: LEROY DURDEN JR: MAYSON CHAPEL BAPTIST CHURCH:

Leroy Durden Jr., a native son of Atlanta, is a dedicated volunteer board member of the PiHi Business Alliance, bringing a wealth of experience in systems management and master data management (MDM). Leroy is now focused on starting a new business, Robo Greenery LLC, and building sustainable ventures. A passionate advocate for his community, he is committed to supporting local businesses and contributing to the Alliance's mission. Outside of his professional endeavors, Leroy is deeply involved at the Mayson Chapel Baptist Church, which has served the Armour-Ottley community for over one hundred years.

July Happenings in PiHi

Wed, 10 Jul 2024 14:54:56 GMT

July 9: ATL Zoning 2.0: https://atlzoning.com/meet-and-contribute/

July 9 + 14: Join Nakato Japanese Restaurant for a fun-filled Japanese cultural immersion experience as they partner with locally owned Tara Atlanta Theatre to bring you two special showings of My Neighbor Totoro along with delicious and traditional Bento Boxes MORE INFO

July 11: Join Atlanta Department of Transportation and Council Member @alexwanforatl for a Community Meeting on the Monroe Drive Complete Street Project at 5:30PM-7:00PM. This meeting will be held at The United Methodist Church (458 Ponce de Leon Ave NE, Building A, Suite 1, Atlanta GA 30308).

July 14: Nakato Japanese Restaurant Sushi Making Class at 1PM

Let Nakato's Expert Sushi Chef Teach You How To Create Expertly Prepared Sushi At Home:

Temari (Sushi Balls)
Temaki (Hand Roll)
The Classic California Roll

Then Enjoy These Three Different Types Of Sushi Along With A Perfectly Paired Fire Maker Brewery Beer! MORE INFO

July 17: NPU-F Virtual Meeting @ 7pm

Are you a PiHi Alliance Member interested in submitting your social calendar? Please email social@pihialliance.com so we can help promote our members!

City of Atlanta Request for Proposals: Artists for Bike & Signal Boxes

Mon, 10 Jun 2024 21:29:26 GMT

The Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs (OCA) is launching our Moving Atlanta Forward (MAF) Bond 2.0 Public Art Projects, by commissioning 24 Utility Box Murals and 24 Mural Bike Racks. The OCA seeks proposals from Metro Atlanta visual artists to paint metal bike racks and utility boxes.

Previous public art experience is not required. Artists will receive $2000 per project; this budget is all-inclusive.

Submissions are due by 11:59 PM, Sunday, June 30th, 2024. We will be posting additional information on upcoming opportunities HERE .

Plan A: Atlanta Comprehensive Development Plan Draft 1: PLEASE REVIEW AND COMMENT BY July 7th!

Thu, 06 Jun 2024 16:44:13 GMT

REVEIW, COMMENT AND COMPLETE THE SURVEY BY JULY 7TH HERE

Atlanta BeltLine's Business Façade pARTnership Grant open until June 28th!

Thu, 06 Jun 2024 16:33:11 GMT

BeltLine Business Façade Improvements

Applications open now- June28th

Dear BeltLine Businesses,

Get a fresh look and boost your business with the Atlanta BeltLine's Business Façade pARTnership Grant!

This exciting program provides grants of up to $50,000 to BeltLine-area businesses for façade improvements designed and implemented by talented local artists and makers.

Here's how you can benefit:

Attract new customers and investment: A revitalized façade will grab attention and showcase your proximity to the vibrant Atlanta BeltLine.

Stimulate business growth: The grant covers a significant portion of your façade improvement costs, freeing up resources for other areas of your business.

Support the local art community: Partner with a local artist or maker to create a unique and eye-catching design.

Key Dates:

Application Window: Now - June 28th - Submit your application to be considered for a grant.
Awardees Notified: July 12 - Businesses are selected and notified

Don't miss out on this chance to enhance your business and contribute to the artistic vibrancy of the BeltLine!

Click here to learn more and apply.

5.22.24 Quarterly Meeting Agenda

Tue, 21 May 2024 21:45:17 GMT

9:30-10:00 AM: Networking with Coffee and Pastries 10:00-11:00 AM: BUSINESS MEETING

Thank you to our hostASW Distillery for providing the beautiful space.
Thank you to Nakato Japanese Restaurant for the coffee and Warren Epstein and Associates Architects for the pastries.
Member Only Social Media Shorts: Filming now!

10:00 AM: Welcome to the Piedmont Heights Business Alliance Meeting!

Welcome: Sachi Takahara, President, Owner of Nakato Japanese Restaurant
Introductions: Your name, business name, address and # of years in business (30 secs pp)
Welcome from our host location: Jim Chasteen, co-founder, and Colleen McCreanor, Client Events & Experiences Manager

10:10AM: Piedmont Heights Alliance Organization Business

Finances: Bob Glascock, Treasurer, Coldwell Banker: Current Bank Balance: $30,855.63
Membership: 49 Members. Membership Directory
- Thank you to our 2024 Annual Renewals: Halpern Enterprises, Southern Nights, Atlanta BeltLine. PENDING: Kroger, Sweetwater Brewing
- Thank you to our Monthly Memberships: Midtown Psychotherapy Associates, Wimbledon Salon Suites, Nino’s, City Dance Atlanta, Ultimate Bodies by Carlos, Mayson Chapel Baptist Church
- - JOIN TODAY: Annual or Monthly membership subscriptions for Restaurant/Bar $65, Storefront $45 and Nonprofits $21.
WELCOME NEW Board Member: Leroy Durden Jr of Mayson Chapel Baptist Church
WELCOME NEW Team Member: Julia Jones: Digital Media Manager social@pihialliance.com
- Tag @pihialliance in your posts. Follow @PiHiAlliance on IG & FB.
COMMITTEE MEMBERS NEEDED! 2nd Annual Taste of PiHi Sunday Nov. 10th. Raised $2000. 5 restaurants. 14 raffle prizes. 3 sponsors. 100 people attended. We need help making it 3 times as successful as last year. INTERESTED? Text Jennifer at 678.469.9166 or email discover@pihialliance.com
ATL311 TASK FORCE: Jasmine Maskell, Liaison, Timeless Tattoo: pihiatl311@gmail.com

Total # of Issues in 2023	Total # Closed/Verified	Total # Still Open
32	20	12

Submit infrastructure issues with location, photo and we’ll track and get it fixed.

ATLANTA BELTLINE GRANT SUBMITTED 5.5.24 for Development of a Business Improvement District for Cheshire Bridge Corridor
- The creation of a BID requires support from at least 51 percent of the municipal taxpayers of the district proposed for creation or municipal taxpayers owning at least 51 percent of the taxable property subject to ad valorem real and personal property taxation in the district.
Piedmont Heights Master Plan Bill Compton, President of the Piedmont Heights Civic Association (PHCA).
- Submitted to Atlanta City Department of Planning. Waiting for feedback and adoption in July. Review the draft here.

FYI: Upcoming Events & Meetings

Tuesday, June 4, 7pm: Piedmont Heights Civic Association Meeting More info
Tuesday, June 11, 1-6pm: Nightlife Operators!! Atlanta Training Day RSVP here

Nightlife and Culture Manager, Kristin Edwards, (470) 515-5731, kledwards@atlantaga.gov

Wednesday, June 19, 7pm: NPU-F Meeting More info
Thursday, July 4, 2024 Peachtree Road Race: Register with Atlanta Track Club

10:30AM: Atlanta BeltLine

Shaun Green: Principle Engineer: BeltLine Construction Update: NE Trail Segment 1-3

sgreen@atlbeltline.org

Upcoming Community Meeting: 5/22 @ 6:30pm

Laura Linman, Economic Development Project Manager:

Commercial District Grant: We submitted for the Cheshire Bridge BID development
Business Façade pARTnership grant program now open until June 10th

Q&A

10:55:AM: Final Remarks + MARK YOUR CALENDARS

The next PiHi Alliance Quarterly Meeting is Wed. September 25th from 9:30-11:00AM
2nd Annual Taste of PiHi: Sunday November 10 from 3-6PM.

11:00AM: Adjourn

11:00-11:30AM: Filming of Member Only Social Media Shorts. 5 Minute spots available. PiHi Alliance will be posting a business spotlight once a week.

FINAL Piedmont Heights Master Plan 2024

Tue, 21 May 2024 21:26:24 GMT

After months of hard work, the Piedmont Heights Master Plan is complete!

It’s a blueprint for the development and growth of our vibrant neighborhood.

5.13.24 Newsletter

Tue, 14 May 2024 20:13:33 GMT

Atlanta BeltLine Presentation @ 5/22 PiHi Quarterly Meeting

ON THE 5.21 BALLOT: MOST Tax Information:

Mon, 13 May 2024 19:47:23 GMT

WELCOME New Digital Media Manager: Julia Jones

Mon, 13 May 2024 19:30:27 GMT

WELCOME!!!

The Piedmont Heights Alliance is thrilled to introduce the newest team member, Julia Jones, as our contract digital media manager! Please reach out to her regarding your social media at social@pihialliance.com. Don't forget to follow and tag @PiHiAlliance on IG & FB.

Julia Jones is a professional actor, writer, coach, and small business owner based in Atlanta, GA. Her clients can be seen on HBO, NBC, ABC, CBS, Disney, Nickelodeon, Netflix, Hulu, Broadway (to name a few). After getting her BAs in History and Theatre Arts, Julia moved to Atlanta to be an acting apprentice at Horizon Theatre…it was there she first discovered her love for improv comedy. She’s performed improv and sketch comedy professionally for the last 9 years, performing at prestigious stages such as Alliance Theatre, the Magnet Theatre NYC, Village Theatre, Dad’s Garage, Relapse Theatre, Highwire, and The Basement Theatre. During the pandemic, she and her partner opened up their own Acting + Production studio called Imagination Emissary. As CEO, Julia implemented all curriculums for workshops, classes, experiences - working with the industry's top professionals. She also wrote / produced 3 original short films and was executive producer on a feature. With a background in events management and directing, Julia has also independently served as an event stylist / manager for local businesses/events/festivals - including Souper Jenny, Cafe Jonah and the Magical Attic, Underground Supper Club, The Higher Purpose Project, Meet the Beacon Grant Park, Striking Marketing, Wigwam Festival, etc.

Sadly Julia and her partner closed their studio in March due to flooding. While a stressful event, Julia is very excited to move onto new horizons and begin her journey exploring new opportunities. She is thrilled to join the PiHi Alliance team and looks forward to collaborating with the Piedmont Heights community.

Cheshire Bridge Rapid Relief Loan Fund

Tue, 09 Apr 2024 23:38:47 GMT

Cheshire Bridge Corridor Invest Atlanta Rapid Relief Loan Fund

Atlanta Rapid Response Loan Fund loan due to the disruption to your business operation in the Cheshire Bridge Corridor

Eligibility Requirements:
Eligible to business and property owners.
In business for at least 3-5 years

Located:
Cheshire Bridge Rd NE corridor businesses located between Piedmont Road and Interstate 85.
LaVista Rd NE between Cheshire Bridge Rd NE and Citadel Drive NE

Including Manchester, Liddell and Faulkner Roads.

Terms of the Loan:
6 months deferment
1% interest rate
Length and loan amount based on individual business

CLICK THIS LINK FOR THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS:

Atlanta Rapid Response Loan Fund Summary
W9 to be completed
SAVE Affidavit to be competed. The applicant must have a driver’s license, passport or green card
Personal Financial Statement
Source and Use of Funds Statement (deployment of funds) Used to define the total cost of the project
Two Year Projection document. Use to reflect at least one year of projections and can be used to create a profit and loss statement.

Click on this link https://www.investatlanta.com/businesses/small-businesses/small-business-loan-programs; Step 3 will take you to the application process in Neighborly. In the application, indicate you are applying for the Atlanta Rapid Response Loan Fund.

This is the regular small business application, so there may be some confusion on what documents to upload. Use the summary attached to see what documents are required. If you need help completing your application, Click on this link OFB Link and work with one of the business consultants.

Once you submit your application, email the small business team at smallbusinessloans@investatlanta.com. Place the name of your business and your Case Id on the subject line.

QUESTIONS: CONTACT CYNTHIA FREEMAN

4.09.24 Cheshire Bridge + LaVista Road Closure Update

Tue, 09 Apr 2024 23:27:33 GMT

Cheshire Bridge Road will remain closed at Faulkner Rd NE until mid-May when one lane of traffic in each direction will be reopened while construction continues until the end of May.

https://www.fox5atlanta.com/news/cheshire-bridge-road-to-remain-shut-down-through-may

LaVista Walk Apartments Demolition Begins: LaVista Road could open after 60 days.

Demolition begins at Reserve at LaVista Walk apartments destroyed by fire (fox5atlanta.com)

Move Kit Request from HOPE Atlanta

Thu, 21 Mar 2024 16:43:24 GMT

We have many clients transitioning out of #homelessness, and most lack basic household essentials like towels and dishes. They need your help!

Donating a move-in kit makes a tremendous difference in these clients’ lives. Please consider contributing these items to set them up for success. You can even rally friends, neighbors, or colleagues and make it a mini-service project!

Please drop off all items by April 30th—the sooner, the better!

To schedule a drop-off, please email development@hopeatlanta.org.

Drop-off location:

HOPE Atlanta Offices

458 Ponce de Leon Ave, NE., Terrace Level

Atlanta, GA 30308

3.14.24 Cheshire Bridge Update

Thu, 21 Mar 2024 16:05:30 GMT

KEEP UP TO DATE ON THE PROGRESS WITH ATLDOT

Download the PDF to share with your customers

Public Engagement for Trails ATL: A Citywide Trails Plan

Thu, 21 Mar 2024 15:35:42 GMT

The Dept. of Parks & Recreation is kicking off public engagement for a citywide trails plan! Check out the info on the Trails ATL website: https://www.trailsatl.com/

The intention of this trails plan is to help connect Atlantans to the places they want to go, especially parks and natural spaces, but also places like schools, grocery stores, and places of work, worship, and entertainment. Other key City partners include the Dept. of City Planning, Dept. of Transportation, Dept. of Watershed Management, and the Mayor's Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, among many other partners. The PATH Foundation is the plan's project manager. And, most importantly, we're seeking your partnership as Friends of the Park leaders not only to engage and provide input into the plan, but also to help spread the word and ensure we reach as many people as possible with the opportunity to have their voices heard!

Public engagement has already begun with pop-up activations at NPU meetings (please view the "Engage" tab on the website linked above). The first official public meeting is next week at Peachtree Hills Recreation Center on Monday, March 25 from 6 - 7:30 pm. Subsequent public meetings are listed below, and are also included on the website:

Tuesday, March 26, 12 - 1:30 PM - Virtual meeting (English)
Monday, April 8, 6 - 7:30 PM - Northwest Library @ Scotts Crossing (2489 Perry Boulevard NW, Atlanta, GA 30318)
Wednesday, April 10, 6 - 7:30 PM - Rosel Fann Rec Center (365 Cleveland Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30354)
Wednesday, April 17, 6 - 7:30 PM - Adams Park Rec Center (1620 Delowe Drive SW, Atlanta, GA 30311)
Thursday, April 18, 6 - 7:30 PM - MLK Recreation Center (110 Hilliard Street SE, Atlanta, GA 30312)
Lunes, 22 de Abril, 6 - 7:30 PM - Por Internet (Español)
Wednesday, April 24, 6 - 7:30 PM - Virtual Meeting (English)

Any questions about the plan can be directed to: trailsatl@pathfoundation.org

Atlanta Nightlife Stakeholder Survey

Thu, 21 Mar 2024 15:20:44 GMT

This is the first time a large-scale study of Atlanta’s nightlife economy has ever been conducted. Defining the contribution that businesses like yours make to the Atlanta economy and job base will help foster a much more constructive and sensible approach to managing the issues that impact your members. It will also provide the data to help your industry tell a compelling story about the role that nightlife plays in the city’s cultural, social, and economic life.

It takes no more than 10 minutes to respond to this survey. The better the response rate, the more compelling and useful this study will be in telling the important story of the contribution your businesses make. If you have any questions, please reach out to the Mayor’s Office of Film and Entertainment's - Nightlife Division (contacts available here).

We are hoping to complete the survey collection by Wednesday, March 27th. All answers will be kept anonymous. Leaving your business’s name or contact information is optional.

TAKE THE SURVEY

Thank you again for helping the City of Atlanta Mayor's Office of Film and Entertainment better understand and support the needs of our city’s nightlife businesses!

We're Hiring: Communications and Outreach Coordinator

Tue, 19 Mar 2024 00:36:31 GMT

Do you love community? Do you believe small businesses create culture? Is social media and digital communications your passion?

We're Hiring a Part-Time Communications and Outreach Coordinator!

This position is geographically based in the neighborhood of Piedmont Heights, Atlanta, GA. This position is responsible for the digital communications and member outreach for the Piedmont Heights Business Alliance. This position also supports the Piedmont Heights Civic Association through social media. Both organizations are nonprofits.

This is a part-time, 1099 contract position with both in-person and virtual duties. This position requires engagement in the community, attendance at meetings and/or events outside of regular business hours including weekends. The Communications and Outreach Coordinator works in a hybrid model, both remotely in a home office environment and frequently out in the district. This position routinely handles confidential information and will also experience constant contact with PiHi Alliance volunteer board of directors, Piedmont Heights Civic Association, business owners, property owners, residents, City of Atlanta staff, City of Atlanta District 6 Atlanta City Councilmember and the community at large. The Communications and Outreach Coordinator works closely with the Community Development Consultant for training and direction. The Communications and Outreach Coordinator directly reports to the president of the Piedmont Heights Alliance.

PART-TIME CONTRACT POSITION:

$25 per hour for 32 hours per month or 8 hours per week. Communications and Outreach Coordinator
One Year 1099 Contract beginning March 2024 with Annual Review to Extend

READ THE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION HERE

APPLY HERE

Hiring Process:

Application and resume review within 48 hours.
Mini-Project and Social Media Samples request with 7 day turnaround.
Virtual interview upon correct completion of mini-project.
Final candidates meet in person prior to job offer.

Atlanta's Comprehensive Development Plan

Wed, 13 Mar 2024 01:04:08 GMT

MORE INFORMATION:

https://www.atlantaga.gov/government/departments/city-planning/community-plans-studies/plana

SEE ALL THE COMMUNITY MEETINGS

When to Call 311 vs 911

Wed, 06 Mar 2024 18:15:50 GMT

Calling All Women Entrepreneurs: Pink & Green Entrepreneur Tank

Wed, 06 Mar 2024 18:13:53 GMT

CALLING ALL ADULT WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS

If you are a new or existing entrepreneur, we encourage you to sign up for this groundbreaking program. We aim to have a mix of new and established businesses participate in this entrepreneur cohort. It is important to answer as many of the questions below and to provide as much detail as possible. Your answers will be used to shape this cohort and will not be used against you. All answers will remain confidential.

Deadline to Apply is March 31, 2024

MORE INFO

APPLY HERE

2.28.24 Meeting Agenda

Wed, 28 Feb 2024 13:38:41 GMT

Read the 2.28.24 Meeting Agenda

Calling Volunteer Board Members

Wed, 14 Feb 2024 22:50:40 GMT

VOLUNTEER AS A BOARD MEMBER

DO YOU OWN PROPERTY OR A BUSINESS ON MOROE DRIVE, PIEDMONT ROAD, ARMOUR DRIVE, OTTLEY DRIVE OR PLASTERS AVE? We need Taste of PiHi Committee Members too! These areas of PiHi need representation!!

The Piedmont Heights Alliance is an advocacy nonprofit organization governed by a volunteer board of directors consisting of business and property owners within the boundaries of the organization. Volunteer board members donate their time, expertise and leverage relationships on behalf of the entire community.

Board members serve two year terms and receive no compensation. Average time commitment is between 5-10 hours per month depending on meetings, events and initiatives.

Each board member must be an active, up to date paid member of the organization. CHECK TO SEE IF YOU'RE A MEMBER HERE
Attend virtual monthly board meetings on the 2nd Wednesday of the month from 9:30-10:30am on Zoom. 2024 Dates: 3/13, 4/10,5/8, 6/12, 7/10, 8/14, 9/11, 10/9, 11/13, 12/11
Attend in-person quarterly general meetings on the 4th Wednesday of the quarter from 9:30-11am. 2024 Dates: Feb 28, May 22, Sept 25
Attend a two hour planning session in January.
Attend and assist with annual fundraiser, Taste of PiHi on Sunday, November 10, 2024 from 3-6pm.
All board members are responsible for membership and outreach to business and property owners within their districts.

EMAIL JENNIFER AT: Discover@pihialliance.com

First board meeting will be 3/13.

Thank you! Taste of PiHi on Nov. 12, 2023

Mon, 27 Nov 2023 17:26:05 GMT

10.25.23 Quarterly Meeting Agenda

Tue, 24 Oct 2023 23:38:39 GMT

9:30-10:00 AM: Coffee, Pastries and Networking 10:00-NOON: MEETING

Thank you to our host Midtown Bowl for providing the space.
Thank you to Timeless Tattoo for the coffee & pastries.

10:00 AM: Welcome to the Piedmont Heights Business Alliance Meeting!

Introduction: PiHi Alliance Board of Directors See here
Attendee Introductions: Your name, business name, location and are you a PiHi Alliance member? 30 second elevator speech + Announce your upcoming special event
Welcome from our host location: Seth Somerstein, General Manager of Midtown Bowl
District 6 City Council: Alex Wan awan@atlantaga.gov Join District 6 Newsletter Here+ October Issue See Previous Issues

10:15 AM: PiHi Alliance Business

Current Finances: $29,492.74
- Sponsorships: Nakato Japanese Restaurant, Armour Yards and Bob Glascock Coldwell Banker Realty + $10,000 Small Business Assoc. Grant from District 6 & Invest Atlanta

10:20: Membership: JOIN HERE

Monthly membership subscriptions for Restaurant/Bar $65, Storefront $45 and Nonprofits $21.
- 52 Members Strong. Renewing Members: EpicCity and Felix’s Atlanta
- Extended boundaries to LaVista Rd NE on Cheshire Bridge. See map

10:25: Transportation & Infrastructure

PiHi ATL311 Task Force: Liaison Jasmine Maskell, Timeless Tattoo, pihiatl311@gmail.com see how to submit and what we do here
- Closed: Water main leak on Piedmont Rd @ Starbucks after two years!!!
- In Progress: Lane striping at Piedmont Rd & Cheshire Bridge + other major issues

10:30: Atlanta BeltLine Update

CONSTRUCTION UPDATES: NORTHEAST TRAIL- SEGMENTS 1-3 AND THE PONCE DE LEON AVENUE STREETSCAPES PROJECT Monday October 30, 2023 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Register
Northeast Trail Segment 2 Ribbon Cutting: Wednesday, November 1st for the Segment 2 of the Northeast Trail of the Atlanta BeltLine Ribbon Cutting! 10am behind Publix @ Ansley Mall.

10:35: Taste of PiHi + Master Plan Small Business Focus Group

MORE INFORMATION

PARTICIPATE: Taste of PiHi Sunday Nov. 12, 2023

Tue, 10 Oct 2023 21:03:11 GMT

We’re spicing up our annual meeting for the Piedmont Heights Civic Association (PHCA) and the Piedmont Heights Business Alliance (PiHi Alliance)!

The first annual Taste of Piedmont Heights on Sunday, November 12, from 3-6pm will invite neighbors, business owners, city officials, and community supporters to sample the wide variety of cuisine that our community has to offer. The Carlyle will be brimming with delicious food, drinks, music, and community info booths focused on celebrating, educating, and engaging the wider Piedmont Heights community.

All proceeds from the event go toward the Piedmont Heights Master Plan!

FREE WITH RSVP. Donations accepted.

5 WAYS TO PARTICIPATE

BE A TASTING STATION

DONATE TO THE RAFFLE

SPONSOR

VOLUNTEER

ATTEND ON SUNDAY,
NOV. 12 FROM 3-6PM

Provide & serve 200 samples of your favorite dish at the event.

Gift certificates, products, and/or experiences valued at $25+

$150

On-site activation

One-hour shifts. Thanks!

Give your input on zoning, density, greenspace, infrastructure + great food, drinks, & community!

BENEFITS

Your company + logo on materials, email newsletters, and print materials.
- Combined organizations’ reach over 3,000 dedicated supporters.
Connect to 100+ Residents & Business Owners in Piedmont Heights, Morningside-Lenox Park
Contributing to the long-term future of your community!

SIGN UP TO PARTICIPATE HERE

8.23.23 Meeting Agenda

Wed, 23 Aug 2023 11:34:19 GMT

9:30-10:00 AM: Coffee, Pastries and Networking 10:00-11:00 AM: MEETING

Thank you to our hostNino’s Italian Restaurant for providing the space, coffee & pastries.

10:00 AM: Welcome to the Piedmont Heights Business Alliance Meeting!

Introduction: PiHi Alliance Board of Directors See here
Attendee Introductions: Your name, business name, location and are you a PiHi Alliance member? 30 second elevator speech + Announce your upcoming special event
Welcome from our host location: Alessandra Hazes of Nino’s Italian Restaurant
District 6 City Council: Alex Wan awan@atlantaga.gov Join District 6 Newsletter Here + August Issue See Previous Issues

10:15 AM: PiHi Alliance Business

Current Finances: $30,253.34
- Sponsorships: Nakato Japanese Restaurant, Armour Yards and Bob Glascock Coldwell Banker Realty
- $10,000 Small Business Assoc. Support Grant from District 6 & Invest Atlanta

10:25: Membership:

New membership structure: Now monthly membership subscriptions for Restaurant/Bar $65, Storefront $45 and Nonprofits $21. JOIN HERE
- 52 Members Strong. Renewing Members: Selig/Ansley Mall 1 & 2, Intaglia Interiors, Futo’s, Ansley Cleaning, New Members: Mayson Chapel Baptist Church
- Extended boundaries to LaVista Rd NE on Cheshire Bridge. See map

10:30:Cheshire Bridge Corridor Update: Sachi Takahara

New Business: Six Feet Under Returning: Las Margaritas
Clean Up: Behind old Ace Hardware/Cleaners

10:35: Transportation & Infrastructure

PiHi ATL311 Task Force: Liaison Jasmine Maskell, Timeless Tattoo, pihiatl311@gmail.com see how to submit and what we do here
- 12 closed to date. 15 open cases.
- Closed: Water main leak on Piedmont Rd @ Starbucks after two years!!!
- In Progress: Lane striping at Piedmont Rd & Cheshire Bridge + other major issues

10:40: Atlanta BeltLine NE Trail Update

Ansley Mall Bridge: Selig Enterprises Update Joe Turnbaugh jturnbaugh@seligenterprises.com
Upcoming Northeast Trail Construction
- Segment 1: Piedmont Park- GroundBreaking was August 4th.
- Segment 2 : Ansley Mall
- Segment 3: Buford Spring to Lindbergh Station
- Atlanta Botanical Garden Expansion Connection to BeltLine

10:45: Piedmont Heights Master Plan: Bill Compton, Piedmont Heights Civic Association

PHCA and the PHCIF (Civic Improvement Foundation) will lead the 2010 Piedmont Heights Master Plan Update with Canvas Planning Group September 2023-April 2024. PiHi Alliance will be on the steering committee and hold focus groups for small businesses.
- Make a Tax Deductible Donation to PHCIF
Benefits of a Master Plan

10:55: Resources + Action Needed + Remaining 2023 Meetings

Surveys: ATL Biz Survey ATLDOT Microbility Survey ARC Metro Transportation Survey
Resources
- PAD (Policing Alternatives and Diversion Initiatives) Unhoused Individuals . atlantapad.org ATL311 -1

Partners for Home: Encampments. encampments@partnersforhome.org See info here
Remaining 2023 Meetings: Wed. October 25 @ 9:30am- Monroe Curve and Sunday, November 12 Neighborhood Annual Meeting with new theme.
Piedmont Heights Civic Association Board/General Meetings: Monthly on the First Tuesday of the Month from 7:00-8:30pm on Zoom Register here
NPU F Meetings: Monthly on the Third Wednesday from 7:00-9:00pm on Zoom REGISTER TO ATTEND REGISTER AS A VOTING MEMBER: Resident/business address required.

11:00 Adjournment

Benefits of a Master Plan

Wed, 23 Aug 2023 11:09:45 GMT

OVERALL BENEFITS OF A MASTER PLAN

Community Engagement: A neighborhood plan allows residents, business owners, and other stakeholders to actively participate in shaping the future of our community. It provides a platform for their voices to be heard, concerns to be addressed, and ideas to be incorporated into the development and improvement of the neighborhood.
Vision and Direction: A well-defined neighborhood plan establishes a shared vision and direction for the community. It outlines the desired future outcomes, goals, and priorities that reflect the aspirations and needs of the residents. This helps guide decision-making processes and ensures that development efforts align with the community's long-term interests.
Land Use and Zoning: A neighborhood plan provides a framework for land use and zoning regulations within the community. It identifies areas for residential, commercial, industrial, recreational, and other uses, taking into account factors such as transportation, infrastructure, and environmental considerations. This helps maintain a balance between different land uses, preserves community character, and promotes sustainable development.
Infrastructure and Services: Planning at the neighborhood level allows for a focused approach to infrastructure and services provision. It enables the identification of current and future needs related to transportation, utilities, parks, schools, healthcare facilities, and other essential amenities. By incorporating these considerations into the neighborhood plan, communities can ensure that the necessary infrastructure and services are adequately provided and accessible to residents.
Economic Development: A neighborhood plan can play a vital role in promoting economic development and revitalization. It can identify opportunities for new businesses, job creation, and investment within the community. By encouraging mixed-use development, supporting local entrepreneurship, and creating a welcoming environment for commerce, a neighborhood plan can contribute to the economic well-being and vibrancy of the area.
Preservation and Conservation: Many neighborhoods have unique historical, cultural, or natural assets that are worth preserving. A neighborhood plan can include strategies and guidelines for conserving and protecting these assets, such as historic buildings, landmarks, open spaces, or environmentally sensitive areas. This ensures that development activities respect the neighborhood's heritage and natural environment, maintaining its character and quality of life.
Coordination and Implementation: A neighborhood plan provides a framework for coordination and collaboration among different stakeholders, including residents, businesses, local government, and community organizations. It establishes a roadmap for implementing the identified goals and strategies, setting timelines, allocating resources, and monitoring progress. This coordinated approach enhances the effectiveness of community initiatives and increases the likelihood of successful outcomes.

BENEFITS TO THE SMALL BUSINESSES IN THE AREA

Infrastructure and Accessibility: A master plan can address infrastructure needs that directly impact small businesses. It may include improvements in transportation, parking, utilities, and telecommunications, making the area more accessible and business-friendly. Enhanced infrastructure can attract more customers, facilitate efficient operations, and create a conducive environment for small business growth.
Zoning and Land Use: A master plan can establish zoning regulations and land use designations that benefit small businesses. This can include designated commercial zones, mixed-use developments, and provisions for home-based businesses. By creating an environment that accommodates a variety of small businesses, the master plan fosters entrepreneurship, encourages investment, and contributes to the economic vitality of the area.
Market Opportunities: A master plan can identify market opportunities for small businesses by conducting market analysis and identifying gaps or underserved segments. This information can guide small businesses in determining target markets, developing niche products or services, and positioning themselves competitively. Access to market information and insights can empower small businesses to make informed decisions and tap into profitable opportunities.
Collaboration and Networking: A master plan can facilitate collaboration and networking among small businesses in the area. It can create platforms for small business owners to connect, share knowledge, and explore potential partnerships. This collaboration can lead to increased visibility, knowledge exchange, shared marketing initiatives, and collective advocacy for the interests of small businesses.
Community Engagement: A master plan involving small businesses can engage the local community in shaping the economic development of the area. It can provide opportunities for public input, gather feedback, and incorporate the perspectives of small business owners and community members. This community engagement fosters a sense of ownership and encourages support for local small businesses.
Long-Term Sustainability: A master plan provides a long-term vision and roadmap for the economic development of the area. It ensures that the growth of small businesses is aligned with the overall goals and strategies of the community. By focusing on sustainable practices, economic resilience, and responsible growth, the master plan supports the long-term viability and success of small businesses in the area.

BENEFITS OF A MASTER PLAN TO HOMEOWNERS:

Property Value: A well-executed neighborhood plan can contribute to maintaining or increasing property values. By establishing guidelines for design, aesthetics, and upkeep of properties, it helps create an attractive and cohesive neighborhood. This can make the area more desirable to potential buyers, leading to higher property values and a good return on investment for homeowners.
Quality of Life: A neighborhood plan focuses on enhancing the overall quality of life for residents. It takes into account factors such as safety, accessibility, recreational spaces, and amenities. By ensuring the availability of well-maintained parks, community centers, schools, and other facilities, the plan creates an environment that enhances the daily lives and well-being of homeowners and their families.
Community Cohesion: A neighborhood plan encourages community engagement and fosters a sense of belonging among residents. It provides opportunities for neighbors to come together, collaborate on shared goals, and build relationships. This can result in a stronger and more supportive community, where homeowners feel connected, safe, and invested in the success of their neighborhood.
Safety and Security: A neighborhood plan can address safety concerns by incorporating measures such as improved street lighting and traffic calming.
Access to Amenities: A well-designed neighborhood plan can identify and prioritize the development of amenities and services that homeowners may benefit from. This can include proximity to recreational areas like the beltline and public transportation. Easy access to these amenities can enhance convenience and improve the overall quality of life for homeowners.
Future Planning and Stability: A neighborhood plan provides a long-term vision and framework for future development and improvements. This stability can be beneficial to homeowners by ensuring that changes within the neighborhood are aligned with their interests and needs. It can also provide a level of predictability, allowing homeowners to make informed decisions about their properties and long-term investments.

BENEFITS OF A MASTER PLAN TO DEVELOPERS

Developers who have purchased land to develop in a neighborhood can derive several benefits from a well-executed neighborhood plan:

Clarity and Guidance: A neighborhood plan provides developers with clear guidelines and expectations for development within the community. It outlines the vision, goals, and design standards that the neighborhood aims to achieve. This clarity helps developers align their projects with the community's vision, reducing uncertainty and potential conflicts during the development process.
Streamlined Approval Process: A neighborhood plan can streamline the approval process for developers. When a plan is in place, it establishes a framework for land use, zoning, and design regulations. Developers can refer to the plan to ensure that their proposals align with the neighborhood's vision and meet the established guidelines. This can lead to a smoother and more efficient approval process with local authorities.
Market Demand: A neighborhood plan that focuses on creating a vibrant and attractive community can generate market demand for the developer's projects. When the plan includes amenities, green spaces, infrastructure improvements, and a well-designed urban environment, it can enhance the appeal of the neighborhood to potential buyers or tenants. This increased demand can contribute to the success and profitability of the developer's projects.
Reduced Risk and Market Stability: Developers who invest in a neighborhood with an established plan benefit from reduced risk and increased market stability. The plan provides a framework for growth and development, reducing uncertainty about future changes in the neighborhood. Developers can have more confidence in the long-term prospects of their investments, knowing that the community is committed to a specific vision and plan for the area.
Infrastructure and Public Facilities: A neighborhood plan often includes provisions for infrastructure improvements and the development of public facilities. These can include transportation upgrades, utilities expansion, parks, schools, and community centers. Developers who purchase land in a neighborhood with a plan in place can leverage these existing or planned infrastructure and facilities, reducing their own costs and adding value to their projects.
Community Support: A neighborhood plan that includes community input and engagement can help garner support from local residents and stakeholders. When developers align their projects with the community's vision and priorities, it can generate goodwill and reduce opposition to their developments. Building positive relationships with the community can lead to smoother project implementation, support during public hearings, and potential partnerships for future endeavors.
Enhanced Marketability: A neighborhood plan can enhance the marketability of a developer's projects. By aligning their developments with the overall neighborhood vision, design guidelines, and desired outcomes, developers can promote their projects as part of a cohesive and well-planned community. This can attract buyers, investors, and tenants who are seeking a high-quality living or working environment with a strong sense of place and community.

BENEFITS TO THE APARTMENT COMPLEXES

Apartment complexes in a neighborhood that has a well-designed neighborhood plan can enjoy several benefits:

Market Demand: A neighborhood plan that focuses on creating a diverse and vibrant community can generate increased market demand for apartment complexes. When the plan includes provisions for mixed-use development, amenities, and a well-designed urban environment, it enhances the attractiveness of the neighborhood. This increased demand can lead to higher occupancy rates and rental prices for apartment complexes.
Access to Amenities: A neighborhood plan often identifies and prioritizes the development of amenities that benefit residents, including those living in apartment complexes. This can include easy access to the beltline, parks, shopping centers, and transportation options. Having access to such amenities within the neighborhood enhances the quality of life for apartment residents and can make the complexes more appealing to potential tenants.
Infrastructure Improvements: A neighborhood plan often includes provisions for infrastructure improvements, such as the corner of Montgomery Ferry. It also can include transportation upgrades, utilities expansion, and enhanced connectivity. These improvements benefit apartment complexes by providing residents with improved transportation options, utilities reliability, and access to modern technology infrastructure. These factors contribute to a more comfortable and convenient living experience for apartment residents.
Sense of Community: A neighborhood plan that fosters a sense of community and social interaction benefits apartment complexes by creating a cohesive neighborhood environment. The plan may include public spaces, gathering areas, and community events that facilitate interactions among residents. This sense of community can enhance the overall living experience in apartment complexes, leading to increased resident satisfaction and potential for long-term occupancy.
Enhanced Property Value: A neighborhood plan that promotes a well-maintained and attractive neighborhood can positively impact the property values of apartment complexes in Piedmont Heights. When the neighborhood is aesthetically pleasing, safe, and offers a high quality of life, the value of the apartment complexes within it tends to increase. This can benefit apartment owners and investors by providing opportunities for capital appreciation and a positive return on investment.
Collaboration Opportunities: A neighborhood plan often encourages collaboration between different stakeholders, including apartment complex owners, local businesses, and community organizations. This collaboration can lead to partnerships and shared initiatives that benefit apartment residents.
Stable Rental Market: A neighborhood plan can contribute to a stable rental market for apartment complexes. By promoting a balanced mix of residential, commercial, and recreational uses, the plan helps create a diverse and sustainable neighborhood. This diversification reduces the risk of market fluctuations and supports a stable rental market, providing apartment owners with greater confidence in their investment and rental income potential.

Overall, a neighborhood plan is crucial for empowering communities, fostering sustainable development, preserving community identity, and ensuring that the collective aspirations of residents are reflected in the future growth and well-being of their neighborhood.

7.19.23 | Latest PiHi News

Wed, 19 Jul 2023 13:31:42 GMT

7.19.23 | Vote for Best of Atlanta, ATL311 Success and Biz Surveys!

Can you believe that school starts in just a few weeks? We're planning our third quarterly meeting on Wednesday, August 23rd in the Cheshire Bridge district, please save the date and join us from 9:30-11:00am. We'll be announcing the location soon.

In these dog days of summer, while you're keeping cool indoors, please take some time to fill out a few important business surveys and vote for your favorite Piedmont Heights business members in Atlanta Magazine's Best of ATL 2023.

Read on for more great PiHi business updates!

Piedmont Heights Alliance Receives the Community Design Award

Tue, 11 Jul 2023 23:15:38 GMT

Friday, June 23, 2023: The Piedmont Heights Alliance received the Community Design Award from the Department of City Planning as a part of the 45th Annual Awards of Excellence & 6th Annual Community Design Awards. Neighborhood Planning Units (NPUs) nominate places, organizations or projects that have a positive impact on the community to the Atlanta Urban Design Commission. The Morningside Lenox Park Association nominated PiHi Alliance. Thank you MLPA!

We're so honored to be recognized for the work the organization has accomplished in the 4 years since the establishment of the PiHi Alliance.

Pictured above: Sachi Takahara (PiHi Alliance president), Dr. Jennifer Dickey (chair of the Atlanta Urban Design Commission) and Bob Glascock (PiHi Alliance treasurer)

May 24th Quarterly Meeting Minutes

Sun, 04 Jun 2023 21:42:37 GMT

Thank you to our hostFelix’s Atlanta

for providing the space, coffee and bagels!

MEETING MINUTES

10:00 AM: Welcome to the Piedmont Heights Business Alliance Meeting!

Introduction: PiHi Alliance Board of Directors See here
Attendee Introductions: Your name, business name, location and are you a PiHi Alliance member? 30 second elevator speech + Announce your upcoming special event
Welcome from our host location: Craig McCallister of Felix’s Atlanta
District 6 City Council: Alex Wan awan@atlantaga.gov Join District 6 Newsletter Here + See Previous Issues

10:15 AM: PiHi Alliance Business

Current Finances: $20,211.87
- Sponsorships: Nakato Japanese Restaurant, Armour Yards and Bob Glascock Coldwell Banker Realty
Small Business Assoc. Support Grant from District 6 & Invest Atlanta: $10,000. All papers are submitted. Waiting for disbursement.
Resources
- PAD (Policing Alternatives and Diversion Initiatives) Unhoused Individuals . atlantapad.org ATL311 -1

Partners for Home: Encampments. encampments@partnersforhome.org See info here
MEMBER VOTE: Bylaw Amendments REVIEW CHANGES HERE VOTE HERE

10:25: Membership:

New membership structure: Now monthly membership subscriptions for Restaurant/Bar $65, Storefront $45 and Nonprofits $21. JOIN HERE
- 54 Members Strong. New 2023 Members: Halpern Enterprises, Inc., Christ Covenant, Nino's Italian Restaurant, Capella Cheese, Carolina Lumber & Supply Co, C.E. Mendez Foundation, Inc., 125 Ottley Drive LLC, La Pausa Consulting
- New members from the meeting: Atlanta Track Club, Mayson Baptist Church and Intaglia Furniture
- Extended boundaries to LaVista Rd NE on Cheshire Bridge. See map

10:30: Transportation & Infrastructure

Cheshire Bridge: Now open!!! Yay!!
GDOT Roundabout at Monroe and Buford Spring connector
- 10 month detour removed from plan See more info
Long Term Armour Drive Pothole Solution Timeline
- Direct contact with the Deputy Commissioner of ATLDOT. Armour Drive underpass paved with concrete after 3 years of advocating for a long term solution.
- I-85 and Armour Drive NE: GDOT and Dept of Watershed Management
PiHi ATL311 Task Force: Liaison Jasmine Maskell, Timeless Tattoo, pihiatl311@gmail.com
- see how to submit and what we do here
- 9 closed to date. 17 open cases.
- In Progress: 2 year water leak on Wimbledon Rd. and Lane striping at Piedmont Rd & Cheshire Bridge
- Next ATL311 Task Force Meeting: Wed. June 7th @ 10am on Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89288571907?pwd=d1BaQ2ZaS3dieGJZcS9icjY0WGFMUT09

10:40: Atlanta BeltLine NE Trail Update

Upcoming Northeast Trail Construction
- Segment 1: Piedmont Park
- Segment 2 : Ansley Mall
- Segment 3: Buford Spring to Lindbergh Station
- Atlanta Botanical Garden Expansion Connection to BeltLine
Sub Area 6 Master Plan Update: Review Draft Plans by end of June- Leave Comments
Ansley Mall Bridge: Selig Enterprises READ THE ARTICLE HERE See elevation of bridge
- Contact Vance Woodcox for more information regarding construction questions: vwoodcox@seligenterprises.com
- Contact Joe Turnbaugh at jturnbaugh@seligenterprises regarding tenant and parking information.
- Discussion items:
- - BeltLine entrance to Ansley Mall over the bridge: tenants voiced concern over the maintenance and health of Clear Creek.
  - Parking at Ansley Mall solution might be booting people who walk off the property.

11:00 Adjournment

NEXT MEETING IS WED. AUGUST 23 @ 9:30AM- Cheshire Bridge District

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5.24.23 Quarterly Meeting Agenda

Wed, 24 May 2023 00:07:33 GMT

9:30-10:00 AM: Coffee, Bagels + Networking 10:00-11:00 AM: MEETING

Thank you to our hostFelix’s Atlanta for providing the space, coffee and bagels!

AGENDA

10:00 AM: Welcome to the Piedmont Heights Business Alliance Meeting!

Introduction: PiHi Alliance Board of Directors See here
Attendee Introductions: Your name, business name, location and are you a PiHi Alliance member? 30 second elevator speech + Announce your upcoming special event
Welcome from our host location: Craig McCallister of Felix’s Atlanta
District 6 City Council: Alex Wan awan@atlantaga.gov Join District 6 Newsletter Here + See Previous Issues

10:15 AM: PiHi Alliance Business

Current Finances: $20,211.87
- Sponsorships: Nakato Japanese Restaurant, Armour Yards and Bob Glascock Coldwell Banker Realty
Small Business Assoc. Support Grant from District 6 & Invest Atlanta: $10,000 not recieved
Resources
- PAD (Policing Alternatives and Diversion Initiatives) Unhoused Individuals . atlantapad.org ATL311 -1

Partners for Home: Encampments. encampments@partnersforhome.org See info here
MEMBER VOTE: Bylaw Amendments REVIEW CHANGES HERE VOTE HERE

10:25: Membership:

New membership structure: Now monthly membership subscriptions for Restaurant/Bar $65, Storefront $45 and Nonprofits $21. JOIN HERE
- 54 Members Strong. New 2023 Members: Halpern Enterprises, Inc., Christ Covenant, Nino's Italian Restaurant, Capella Cheese, Carolina Lumber & Supply Co, C.E. Mendez Foundation, Inc., 125 Ottley Drive LLC, La Pausa Consulting
- Extended boundaries to LaVista Rd NE on Cheshire Bridge. See map

10:30: Transportation & Infrastructure

Cheshire Bridge: Now open!!! Yay!!
GDOT Roundabout at Monroe and Buford Spring connector
- 10 month detour removed from plan See more info
Long Term Armour Drive Pothole Solution Timeline
- Direct contact with the Deputy Commissioner of ATLDOT. Armour Drive underpass paved with concrete after 3 years of advocating for a long term solution.
- I-85 and Armour Drive NE: GDOT and Dept of Watershed Management
PiHi ATL311 Task Force: Liaison Jasmine Maskell, Timeless Tattoo, pihiatl311@gmail.com
- see how to submit and what we do here
- 9 closed to date. 17 open cases.
- In Progress: 2 year water leak on Wimbledon Rd. and Lane striping at Piedmont Rd & Cheshire Bridge

10:40: Atlanta BeltLine NE Trail Update

Upcoming Northeast Trail Construction
- Segment 1: Piedmont Park
- Segment 2 : Ansley Mall
- Segment 3: Buford Spring to Lindbergh Station
- Atlanta Botanical Garden Expansion Connection to BeltLine
Sub Area 6 Master Plan Update: Review Draft Plans by end of June- Leave Comments
Ansley Mall Bridge: Selig Enterprises READ THE ARTICLE HERE

11:00 Adjournment

NEXT MEETING IS WED. AUGUST 23 @ 9:30AM- Cheshire Bridge District

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5.16.23 | Quarterly Meeting Invite + Resources Email

Tue, 16 May 2023 15:09:01 GMT

Spring is here, the birds are nesting and Atlanta is back to festivals every weekend. The Piedmont Heights Alliance has been productive this first half of the year and no sign of slowing down.

BOOKMARK THESE IMPORTANT RESOURCES

Please join us on WEDNESDAY, MAY 24TH for our second QUARTERLY MEETING of 2023! Everyone is welcome!!

4.27.23 Public Safety and City Contacts

Thu, 27 Apr 2023 13:35:24 GMT

INFRASTRUCTURE ISSUES
ATL311.com
Piedmont Heights Task Force
pihiatl311@gmail.com

PERMITTING:
New City of Atlanta Permitting Process

COMPLAINTS:
APD Code Enforcement: Complaints about trash and prostitution:
818 Pollard Blvd. SW
Atlanta, GA 30315
Tel: 404-546-3800

codesrequests@atlantaga.gov

Code Enforcement: Lieutenant Cotter | mcotter@atlantaga.gov

Illegal parking: codebustersDCP@atlantaga.gov.

COMMUNITY:
Neighborhood Planning Unit F Meetings: Monthly on the Third Wednesday from 7:00-9:00pm on Zoom

City Council District 6 Update: Alex Wan / Lance Orchid

awan@atlantaga.gov
Join District 6 Newsletter Here + See Previous Issues

UNHOUSED POPULATION:
911: Violent/Emergency

PAD (Policing Alternatives and Diversion Initiatives) Individuals experienceing quality of life issues. atlantapad.org ATL311 -1

Partners for Home: Encampments. encampments@partnersforhome.org See info here

ATLANTA POLICE DEPARTMENT:

Piedmont Heights is in Zone 2 and Zone 6. Cheshire Bridge is the dividing line.

Zone 2 Main Precinct: (404) 848-7231 | 3120 Maple Dr NE #300, Atlanta, GA 30305 Officer is available from 7 a.m. – 11 p.m.

Major Ailen Mitchell amitchell@atlantaga.gov
Beat 212
Zone 2 Evening Watch Lieutenant: Lieutenant Leduc arleduc@atlantaga.gov.
Crime Reports

Zone 6 Main Precinct: 404-546-5700 | 2025 Hosea L Williams Dr NE, Atlanta, GA 30317 Officer is available from 7 a.m. – 11 p.m.

Major Andrea Webster awebster@atlantaga.gov
Beat 613
Crime Reports

General Info:

Crime Suppression: Lieutenant Mercado | nmercado@atlantaga.gov | 404-709-1735

Bike Patrol/Quality of Life: Lieutenant Carroll | jcarroll@atlantaga.gov

Day Watch – 6 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Evening Watch – 2 p.m. – 11 p.m.

Morning Watch – 10 p.m. – 6 a.m.

4.18.23 | Armour West Weekend + We're In the News

Tue, 18 Apr 2023 19:43:52 GMT

Cheshire Bridge Ribbon Cutting: Tuesday April 11th

Pictured Left to Right: Sachiyo Nakato Takahara, PiHi Alliance President -Nakato Japanese Restaurant. Jan Epstein, PiHi Alliance Vice President -Warren Epstein & Associates, Jasmine Maskell, PiHi Alliance ATL311 Task Force Liaision-Timeless Tattoo. Bob Glascock, PiHi Alliance Treasurer -Coldwell Banker Real Estate Agent.

WATCH THE RIBBON CUTTING NEWS COVERAGE

READ THE ENTIRE 4.18.23 UPDATE

4.6.23 | Bye Bye Armour Drive Potholes + Cheshire Bridge Fully Open

Thu, 06 Apr 2023 18:50:32 GMT

This week we're CELEBRATING NO MORE POTHOLES ON ARMOUR DRIVE @ UNDERPASS AND CHESHIRE BRIDGE IS FINALLY FULLY OPEN!!!

Our volunteer organization dedicates over 30+ hours to infrastructure issues within our community that impact businesses each month. Working with the City of Atlanta is a slow, steady process and the number of businesses within our organization makes a difference when we're advocating for changes.

Thank you for supporting the PiHi Alliance. If you appreciate the difference we're making for your business, please consider joining by paying for membership by the month. Annual membership is also available.

JOIN AND PAY ONLINE

ARMOUR DRIVE POTHOLES ARE GONE!!
Thank you to Atlanta Department of Transportation!

We appreciate all of your patience over the past years as we worked to find a more sustainable solution to the dangerous ongoing potholes on Armour Drive at the underpass. Perseverance pays off!

This is a TEMPORARY solution to the LONG TERM PLAN to replace the storm water drain system and repave the entire Armour Drive curve at the underpass with concrete within the next 12-18 months.

We understand it's not perfect as there is still some standing water. Be assured, no more tire busting potholes lurk below the surface!!

Thank you to PiHi Alliance members Christ Covenant, Cappella Cheese and Armour Yards for providing us with updates and photos!

NEXT STEP: LANE STRIPING WILL HAPPEN WITHIN THE NEXT 14 DAYS!
We've been assured this will happen before SweetWater 420 Fest
on Saturday April 22nd at the Brewery.

SEE MORE ATL311 WINS!

CHESHIRE BRIDGE IS FULLY OPEN!

It's been a tough few years for Cheshire Bridge businesses with the bridge being under construction. The PiHi Alliance worked with ATLDOT and District 6 councilmember Wan to make sure the bridge was opened as soon as possible from the minute it burned down in August 2021.

We started a petition, continuously called and emailed the City, communicated construction updates, discounted membership to Cheshire Bridge businesses, installed 5 banners promoting Cheshire Bridge corridor businesses and attended the first milestone ribbon cutting of one lane opening in October 2022.
Thank you to ATLDOT and District 6 for keeping this project on track and completing on schedule!!

We are so pleased to be celebrating with all of you this joyous occasion of a new, full open bridge connecting all the businesses of Cheshire Bridge from Piedmont to LaVista!!

FIRST EASTER EGG HUNT @ NAKATO THIS SUNDAY

The fun will kick off at 3pm when children 12 and under participate to find Easter Eggs with lots of fun prizes from Richard's Variety Store, including one grand prize of a $100 Gift Card to Nakato!

MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS:
ONLINE or by phone (404.873.6582) with number of children participating. Only children who RSVPed in advance will be able to participate in the Easter Egg Hunt.

Nakato is open 3:30pm-9pm this Easter Sunday, April 9th.

3.23.23 | Armour Drive Pothole Makeover THIS WEEKEND

Thu, 23 Mar 2023 17:37:06 GMT

We're celebrating a BIG WIN!! The PiHi Alliance has dedicated three years of working with Atlanta Department of Transportation and Department of Watershed to find a long term solution to the never ending potholes and flooding on Armour Drive at the underpass heading to Armour Yards.

THIS WEEKEND: The first step will be completed!! * Weather Permitting!!

ARMOUR DRIVE CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE

FRIDAY, MARCH 24-SUNDAY, MARCH 26

9AM-6PM

Atlanta Department of Transportation will be in active construction THIS WEEKEND starting Friday March 24th @ 9am. ATLDOT will be removing the major potholes and replacing with large concrete patches on Armour Drive at the underpass before you enter the Armour-Ottley district where SweetWater Brewery is located.

Traffic control will be present during the entire time as well as overnight to allow for the concrete to cure.
One lane of traffic will be open at all times!!
Rain Dates: Friday, March 31-Sunday, April 2, 2023

The Long Term Solution includes a confirmed concrete repaving of the Armour Drive underpass into Armour-Ottley district as well as a storm water drain upgrade. READ MORE DETAILS HERE.

We're thankful to Atlanta Department of Transportation's Deputy Commissioner, Allen Smith, and his crew for a site walk on March 8th. From this site walk we identified this first step to resolve a very frustrating and dangerous situation on Armour Drive for business owners, employees and customers of the Armour West district of Piedmont Heights.

THE MARCH 8TH SITE WALK WITH ATLDOT IDENTIFIED MAJOR ISSUES ON ARMOUR DRIVE. Here's what advocacy in action looks like!!

TIRES SAVED FOR NOW: ATLDOT patched the major potholes leading from Armour Drive onto the southbound I-85 ramp. It's a temporary fix due to that Georgia Department of Transportation owns the ramp and is responsible for it. Waiting on an update.

BEYOND DANGEROUS!! ONGOING BROKEN DRAIN ON PLASTERS AVE NE that is constantly broken and left open was blocked off the same day by ATLDOT! Thank you to Tom Stokes of Epicity and Merritt Huber of Carolina Lumber for being eyes on the street and joining our walk to express your concerns on behalf of the entire community.

3.19.23 | NEW TRAFFIC PATTERN ON CHESHIRE BRIDGE

Sun, 19 Mar 2023 15:59:53 GMT

CHESHIRE BRIDGE Temporary Lane Shifts:

Cheshire Bridge over South Fork Peachtree Creek
Between Faulkner Road NE and Woodland Avenue NE

WHAT: Lanes on the Cheshire Bridge over South Fork Peachtree Creek will periodically shift from the east to the west side of the bridge to accommodate upcoming construction activities.
WHERE: Cheshire Bridge NE between Faulkner Road NE and Woodland Avenue NE
WHEN: Weather permitting, the temporary lane shifts will begin at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 18, 2023, and remain in effect until construction is complete.

One lane in each direction will shift, but both will remain open to traffic.

DETAILS: Traffic will begin shifting approximately 200 feet from each end of the bridge. Shifts will accommodate remaining concrete, milling, and paving activities for the Cheshire Bridge Replacement project. Flaggers stationed on both sides of the bridge where the shifts begin will direct traffic safely through the work zone. No full closures are anticipated through the end of construction.

The anticipated full opening of the bridge, with two northbound and two southbound lanes open to traffic by the end of Spring 2023.

The Cheshire Bridge Replacement project has included the demolition, design, and replacement of the Cheshire Bridge over South Fork Peachtree Creek. Visit the Cheshire Bridge Rebuild Project page at: https://atldot.atlantaga.gov/projects/cheshire-bridge-rd-bridge-
demo-and-replacement for more information.

Questions and/or concerns related to this closure may be directed to Atlanta Department of Transportation Public Relations Manager Michael Frierson at mfrierson@atlantaga.gov.

3.9.23 | NEW City of Atlanta Permitting Process

Thu, 09 Mar 2023 13:44:55 GMT

Article from MetroCEO: 3.8.23

Beginning March 7, 2023, the Department of City Planning will introduce Phase 1 of a streamlined permitting process offering reduced wait times for permits, a central point of contact and an improved, user-friendly portal. In this first phase, all permitting customers can submit applications directly into one permitting portal using a menu of application types, links to city maps and ordinances and “how-to guides.” Customers seeking a permit for apartment complexes, condos and townhomes will no longer be required to use a separate access portal, and applicants will have the ability to create their own record, reducing the steps and time to enter an application into the system.

In the coming weeks, customers will begin to see a shift in permitting procedures, including a new service team to guide applicants through the process from submission to issuance. This team will manage application intake, route applications to reviewers and measure project application status and milestones against agreed timelines for each step in the process to ensure projects flow smoothly. These improvements are the result of collaborative efforts by residents, local developers and City agencies with guidance from the Mayor’s Office of Innovation.

“We have been working with our partners to identify opportunities to make the permitting process work for our customers. We’re eager to implement these gradual and continual changes that will have a direct positive impact on the service we provide customers of all scales – from the simplest to the most complex project,” said City Planning Commissioner Jahnee Prince.

Future phases will involve a central portal for all City agencies in the permitting process and online application review to reduce printing costs and improve customer convenience.

For more information, visit https://www.atlantaga.gov/government/departments/city-planning/zoning-development-permitting-services/online-permitting .

Research Zoning

Submit An Application

2.22.23 MEETING MINUTES- Quarterly Meeting

Thu, 02 Mar 2023 00:04:21 GMT

10:00 AM: Welcome to the Piedmont Heights Business Alliance Meeting!

PiHi Alliance Board of Directors See here
Christ Covenant head pastor, Jason Dees welcomed the group and talked about their new facility, outreach programs and co-working space.

10:05 AM: PiHi Alliance Business

2022 Accomplishments + 2023 Goals
New membership structure: Now monthly membership subscriptions for Restaurant/Bar $65, Storefront $45 and Nonprofits $21. JOIN HERE
- 57 Members Strong. Renewing Members: ASW Distillery and Northwood Properties for special sponsorship of PiHi Alliance. New member: La Pausa Consulting
Extended boundaries to LaVista Rd NE on Cheshire Bridge. See map
PiHi ATL311 Task Force: Liaison Jasmine Maskell, Timeless Tattoo, pihiatl311@gmail.com see how to submit and what we do here New ChatBot
Call for volunteer board members: Interested in volunteering for the PiHi Alliance board. Board meetings are the 2nd Wed of each month from 9:30-10:30am via Zoom. Up to 7 hours per month time commitment. Email Jennifer at discover@pihialliance.com
Hiring Part Time Community Administrator in March: Assist with communications and social media will work closely with Community Development Consultant.
Member Spotlights! We’ll be visiting our members starting in March to grab a quick video and photos to spotlight you on social media and emails. Watch for an email!

10:20: City Council District 6 Update: Alex Wan / Lance Orchid

awan@atlantaga.gov Join District 6 Newsletter Here + See Previous Issues
Lance Orchid discussed “budget season”. The process starts in April and finalizes during the month of June. It’s time to make a big push for what we need!

10:25: Transportation & Infrastructure

Cheshire Bridge: Utility work continues. Signage and one lane striping has been requested to increase safety. Photos of poor signage, graffiti and dangerous lane shifting conditions supplied by Jan Epstein. The bridge is tentatively expected to be finished in April.
- It was also noted that there is no road striping on Cheshire Bridge rd at Gino’s or at the highway exit at Armour dr.
NW Freight Study: ATTEND: Virtual Open House: Mar 1, 2023 6-7pm. REGISTER
- https://www.freightatl.com/resources comments open until March.
- Draft Recommendations- Review and give comments to discover@pihialliance.com by Feb 28th.
GDOT Roundabout at Monroe and Buford Spring connector
- 10 month detour removed from plan See more info
Atlanta BeltLine NE Trail
- PiHi Alliance wrote a letter of support for the RAISE grant to complete the NE Trail. Armour Yards also supported.
- $11M grant to fund Southside + Northeast Trail from ARC
- January 2023 Construction update
- Wayfinding Signage to business districts coming soon. (Not final designs)
- Ansley Mall Bridge over Clear Creek is under construction
- Upcoming Meetings:
- - Advisory Boards Annual Community Report March 2, 2023 from 6:30-8pm
  - Open House Listening Session: In-Person Engagement for the Strategic Implementation Plan Update March 4, 2023 In-Person. Reserve a spot
  - Combined Study Groups: Virtual Engagement for the Strategic Implementation Plan Update March 3-9, 2023
  - March 3, 2023 - SIP Update Virtual Lunch and Learn - 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - March 7, 2023 - SIP Update Virtual Public Meeting - 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
  - March 9, 2023 - SIP Update Virtual Public Meeting - 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Long Term Armour Drive Pothole Solution Timeline
- Direct contact with Deputy Commissioner of ATLDOT Maintenance. Immediate short term fixes with long term solution timeline estimated construction completion by September 2023.
ATL Zoning 2.0 Workshop: Focused Workshop #3: Growth Area Alternatives: Tuesday, February 28 6-7:30pm ONLINE or IN-Person @ Buckhead Library REGISTER HERE

10:40: Unhoused Resources

PAD (Policing Alternatives and Diversion Initiatives) Individuals . atlantapad.org ATL311 -1
Partners for Home: Encampments. encampments@partnersforhome.org See info here
Clara (clara@atlantapad.com) spoke about how 311 services can help to resolve specific behaviors such as loitering. She stressed the importance of informing our staff members and community on how and when to contact for support. She is willing to attend community events. She also talked about the fact that the police can also reach out for support as an alternative.

11:00 Adjournment

NEXT MEETING IS WED. MAY 24TH @ 9:30AM- The Market District

2.22.23 Quarterly Meeting Agenda

Wed, 22 Feb 2023 12:56:25 GMT

9:30-10:00 AM: Coffee, Breakfast + Networking 10:00-11:00 AM: MEETING

Thank you to our hostChrist Covenant for providing the space, coffee and breakfast!

10:00 AM: Welcome to the Piedmont Heights Business Alliance Meeting!

PiHi Alliance Board of Directors See here
Christ Covenant

10:05 AM: PiHi Alliance Business

2022 Accomplishments + 2023 Goals
New membership structure: Now monthly membership subscriptions for Restaurant/Bar $65, Storefront $45 and Nonprofits $21. JOIN HERE
- 57 Members Strong. Renewing Members: ASW Distillery and Northwood Properties for special sponsorship of PiHi Alliance. New member: La Pausa Consulting
Extended boundaries to LaVista Rd NE on Cheshire Bridge. See map
PiHi ATL311 Task Force: Liaison Jasmine Maskell, Timeless Tattoo, pihiatl311@gmail.com see how to submit and what we do here New ChatBot
Call for volunteer board members: Interested in volunteering for the PiHi Alliance board. Board meetings are the 2nd Wed of each month from 9:30-10:30am via Zoom. Up to 7 hours per month time commitment. Email Jennifer at discover@pihialliance.com
Hiring Part Time Community Administrator in March: Assist with communications and social media will work closely with Community Development Consultant.
Member Spotlights! We’ll be visiting our members starting in March to grab a quick video and photos to spotlight you on social media and emails. Watch for an email!

10:20: City Council District 6 Update: Alex Wan / Lance Orchid

awan@atlantaga.gov Join District 6 Newsletter Here + See Previous Issues

10:25: Transportation & Infrastructure

Cheshire Bridge: Utility work continues. Signage and one lane striping has been requested to increase safety. Spring opening?
NW Freight Study: ATTEND: Virtual Open House: Mar 1, 2023 6-7pm. REGISTER
- https://www.freightatl.com/resources comments open until March.
- Draft Recommendations- Review and give comments to discover@pihialliance.com by Feb 28th.
GDOT Roundabout at Monroe and Buford Spring connector
- 10 month detour removed from plan See more info
Atlanta BeltLine NE Trail
- PiHi Alliance wrote a letter of support for the RAISE grant to complete the NE Trail. Armour Yards also supported.
- $11M grant to fund Southside + Northeast Trail from ARC
- January 2023 Construction update
- Wayfinding Signage to business districts coming soon. (Not final designs)
- Ansley Mall Bridge over Clear Creek is under construction
- Upcoming Meetings:
- - Advisory Boards Annual Community Report March 2, 2023 from 6:30-8pm
  - Open House Listening Session: In-Person Engagement for the Strategic Implementation Plan Update March 4, 2023 In-Person. Reserve a spot
  - Combined Study Groups: Virtual Engagement for the Strategic Implementation Plan Update March 3-9, 2023
  - March 3, 2023 - SIP Update Virtual Lunch and Learn - 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - March 7, 2023 - SIP Update Virtual Public Meeting - 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
  - March 9, 2023 - SIP Update Virtual Public Meeting - 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Long Term Armour Road Pothole Solution Timeline
- Direct contact with Deputy Commissioner of ATLDOT Maintenance. Immediate short term fixes with long term solution timeline estimated construction completion by September 2023.
ATL Zoning 2.0 Workshop: Focused Workshop #3: Growth Area Alternatives: Tuesday, February 28 6-7:30pm ONLINE or IN-Person @ Buckhead Library REGISTER HERE

10:40: Unhoused Resources

PAD (Pre Arrest and Diversion Initiatives) Individuals . atlantapad.org ATL311 -1
Partners for Home: Encampments. encampments@partnersforhome.org See info here

10:45: Introductions: Your name, business name, location and are you a PiHi Alliance member?

30 second elevator speech + Announce your upcoming special events

11:00 Adjournment

NEXT MEETING IS WED. MAY 24TH @ 9:30AM- The Market District

2.5.23 | See you NEXT WED. 2/22 + Expanded Membership Boundaries + Small Biz Grants + NPU-F MEETING TONIGHT!!

Wed, 15 Feb 2023 20:56:29 GMT

We look forward to seeing you NEXT Wednesday, February 22nd at 9:30am for the Piedmont Heights Business Alliance Quarterly Meeting!

Our host location is PiHi member, Christ Covenant, 221 Armour Drive in the Armour West district of Piedmont Heights Alliance membership boundaries.

9:30-10:00 AM: Enjoy coffee, breakfast and getting to know your business neighbors
10:00-11:00 AM: Business Meeting

Meeting Agenda Items:

Welcome. Thank you to our host Christ Covenant.
PiHi Alliance Business: 2022 Accomplishments, new membership boundaries and structure, call for volunteer board members
City Council District 6
Transportation & Infrastructure FreightATL, GDOT Roundabout at Monroe and Buford Spring, Atlanta BeltLine NE Trail, PiHi ATL311 Task Force, Cheshire Bridge, Armour Road pothole repair status
Unhoused Resources: PAD and Partners for Home

WE'VE EXPANDED MEMBERSHIP BOUNDARIES

If you are a business located on Cheshire Bridge Road between the new bridge and LaVista Road NE- YOU ARE NOW A FULL MEMBER! You will not be renewed at Affiliate level. Thank you! Join us today as low as $21 per month!

CHECK OUT THE SMALL BUSINESS GRANTS YOU CAN APPLY FOR NOW!!

https://pihialliance.com/blog/13098770

NPU-F MEETING IS TONIGHT- ALCOHOL LICENSE VOTING!

TONIGHT – Wednesday, February 15 at 7:00 p.m.

Club Platinum on Piedmont Road has new ownership and is back on the agenda applying for an alcohol license. The neighborhood overwhelmingly supported NOT renewing their license last year, a decision which the Atlanta License Review Board agreed with (yeah!). YOUR VOTE MATTERS!

Two restaurant alcohol licenses will also be on the agenda tonight. Here's how your PHCA Board voted regarding these applications that were presented at our meeting on Tuesday., February 7. Please reach out if you have any questions about these applications.

Atlanta Eagle: PHCA Board voted to support their alcohol license application. Longtime Atlanta gay bar that moved from original Ponce location to Ansley Square Shopping Center. They have also received support from Ansley Park residents.
Toranj: PHCA Board voted to support their alcohol license application. New Turkish/Persian fine dining cuisine restaurant opening on Piedmont Road in the former Atmosphere French Bistro space.

Be sure you are registered with NPU-F so that your vote is eligible. Your registration is valid for 12 months.

Agenda

OTHER NEWS IN PIEDMONT HEIGHTS!

Woof's Atlanta is closed from 2/13-2/23 for renovations! Be sure to visit them for lunch or to watch a game to see their improvements next week.

2.15.23 | Small Business Grants You Can Apply For NOW!

Wed, 15 Feb 2023 15:53:39 GMT

2.15.23 | SMALL BUSINESS GRANTS YOU CAN APPLY FOR NOW!!

Outside of the Employee Retention Credit, virtually all remaining Covid-19 relief options for businesses have been exhausted at this point.

But there are several small-business grants and loan programs businesses can apply for at a time of high inflation and an uneven economy.

Here's a look at some of the options:

Ladies who Launch will dole out $10K grants

Women and non-binary-owned small-business owners across the country have a chance to win a $10,000 grant and six months of educational programming.

The award, courtesy of nonprofit Ladies who Launch, is open to any business that operates in consumer packaged goods, such as food and beverages, household goods, apparel and more, with gross annual revenue between $100,000 and $499,000.

Apart from the cash and educational programming, winners will get one-on-one coaching from the Ladies who Launch staff and industry experts, as well as networking with fellow program participants through an in-person retreat and peer networking.

The program will award 20 business owners. The Deadline to apply is March 31, and business owners can do so here.

Mastercard's Fearless Strivers contest will dish out $20,000 grants
The Fearless Strivers Grant Contest, in partnership with Mastercard Inc., is officially back for another year and awards $20,000 grants as well as one-on-one mentorship.

The first grant period application deadline is Feb. 22, 2022, and another one opens in April.

Click here for more information and to apply.

FedEx's Small Business Grant Program will award $30,000 grants

The FedEx Small Business Grant Program will award $30,000 to 10 winners, along with $1,000 in print credits at FedEx Office and access to free consultation services.

One additional winner, a veteran-owned business, will get an additional $20,000 from USAA Small Business Insurance.

Business owners must sign up for a FedEx account and apply by Feb. 21, 2023.

Accion Opportunity Fund teams with LegalZoom on $10,000 grants
The Fast Break for Small Business grant program is a partnership between the Accion Opportunity Fund and LegalZoom, which offers $10,000 grants to 50 black-owned businesses.

The deadline to apply is Feb. 17, 2023.

Sage partners with The Boss Network for $10,000 grant program
The Boss Network, in partnership with global technology company Sage, is offering up grants for black, women entrepreneurs of $10,000 plus mentoring resources.

The deadline is Feb. 24, 2023.

Click here for more details or to apply.

National Science Foundation's America's Seed Fund dishes out $200M per year
America's Seed Fund is a decades-long grant program powered by the National Science Foundation.

The National Science Foundation grant program, open to early-stage companies that need to prove their technology and find their market potential, has made about 3,400 awards to startups and small businesses since 2012, with 153 exits by those companies and $9.1 billion in private investment.

The grant program gives out roughly $200 million per year to eligible businesses. Click here to learn more.

Small-business loan options and tax credits

There are also still loan programs and tax credits small businesses might be unaware of.

The USDA Business and Industry Loan Guarantee Program, part of an umbrella loan program offered by the USDA under its OneRD Guarantee Loan Initiative, offers loan guarantees of up to 80% on everything from purchasing a building, modernizing equipment, working capital or acquiring a company.

It also only applies to eligible areas — essentially rural areas not in cities or towns of more than 50,000 — although businesses based in larger cities are eligible as long as the project is in a rural area.

TheInflation Reduction Act includes a tax credit for qualifying electric vehiclesof up to $7,500 for vehicles weighing less than 14,000 pounds, and up to $40,000 for vehicles that weigh more than that, subject to certain limitations. The credit is slated to last until the end of 2032, according to the legislation.
Theact also doubled the research and development tax creditfrom $250,000 to $500,000. The tax credit is refundable and applied against payroll taxes and includes expenditures for a wide variety of expenses, including the improvement or development of products, processes, techniques or even software.

Here are some other tax credits small businesses might want to take a closer look at.

2.1.23 Weekly Email Update

Wed, 01 Feb 2023 22:51:44 GMT

Happy New Year ...oh wait, it's February already.

We're gearing up for an amazing year and want to keep you informed.

Look for weekly emails from the PIEDMONT HEIGHTS BUSINESS ALLIANCE on Wednesdays.

New member spotlights coming soon in emails, PiHiAlliance.com website and social media.

HERE'S HOW YOU CAN GET ENGAGED IN 2023 WITH YOUR BUSINESS COMMUNITY

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

State House 57 Stacey Evans Town Hall:

Wed. February 1 @ 7pm on Zoom
REGISTER HERE

Piedmont Heights Civic Association Board/General Meetings: Monthly on the First Tuesday of the Month from 7:00-8:30pm on Zoom

TUESDAY FEB 7 LOG IN

Business Breakfast on the Beltline- Quarterly Business Event Series

THURSDAY FEBRUARY 9 @ 9AM
Pittsburgh Yards 352 University Ave SW - 352 University Avenue Southwest - Atlanta, GA 30310
MORE DETAILS + RESERVE YOUR SPOT! OPEN TO ALL PIEDMONT HEIGHTS BUSINESSES

NPU F Meetings: Monthly on the Third Wednesday from 7:00-9:00pm on Zoom

WEDNESDAY FEB 16 REGISTER TO ATTEND HERE
REGISTER AS A VOTING MEMBER: Resident or business address required.

PiHi Alliance QUARTERLY Meetings: Quarterly IN-PERSON on the 4th Wednesday of the Month from 9:30am-11am

WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 22: ARMOUR YARDS @ Christ Covenant
225 Ottley Dr. NE Suite 100, Atlanta, GA 30324 Breakfast and coffee from Chick Fil A will be provided from 9:30-10:00am

ATL Zoning 2.0 Workshop: Focused Workshop #3: Growth Area Alternatives

Tuesday, February 28 6-7:30pm ONLINE or IN-Person REGISTER HERE

READ MORE ABOUT: OUR ADVOCACY IN ACTION!

10 Month Detour Off the Table

GDOT Roundabout at Monroe Drive and Buford Spring Connector

SPONSOR MORNINGSIDE ELEMENTARY CASINO NIGHT

SATURDAY MARCH 11 @ 6PM

Sponsorship Levels

More Info

Raffle Prizes + Volunteer

JOIN THE PIHI ALLIANCE NOW!

MONTHLY MEMBERSHIP SUBSCRIPTIONS START AT $21

GET UP TO DATE ON OUR PLANS FOR 2023

AND HOW YOU CAN GET INVOLVED!

2.1.23 | GDOT Monroe/Buford Spring Roundabout Detour Update

Wed, 01 Feb 2023 21:37:55 GMT

ADVOCACY IN ACTION!

October 2022: We notified all of our members and supporters via email about the upcoming GDOT roundabout project and the proposed 10 month detour and asked for public comment. With your help, we recieved over 500 comments. Thank you!

November 2022: Piedmont Heights Business Alliance and the Piedmont Heights Civic Association personally spoke with our District 57 House Representative, Stacey Evans, and District 6 City Councilmember Alex Wan at our Annual Neighborhood Meeting on November 13th regarding our concerns about the 10 month detour impacting businesses and residents at the Monroe and Buford Spring Connector slated for 2024.

December 2022: Both organizations cowrote a letter expressing our concerns, suggestions and long standing impact on our community due to other infrastructure projects. READ THE LETTER HERE!

State Representative Stacey Evans and Distict 6 City Council Representative Alex Wan met with GDOT representatives in December 2022 to discuss their plans to install a roundabout at the entrance of Monroe Drive and Buford Highway Connector across from Fire Station 29. GDOT had recently solicited input from the community about this project, and many of you had voiced your concerns about the initial indications that the interchange would be completely shut down for 10 months during construction.

We are relieved to share with you that we received assurances that such an extended closure is now off the table. Instead, the construction will be staged in such a way that sections of the interchange will be closed for much shorter durations (needed due to the extensive site grading work that will be required). Additionally, we learned that this work is not slated to begin until mid-2024 as GDOT spends the bulk of next year in the design process.

Rep. Evans and Councilmember Wan will remain in close communication with their team and continue to share out all information on this project as received.

11.11.22 | Cheshire Bridge Update

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 16:35:22 GMT

BUFORD HWY/I-85 ROUNDABOUT- PUBLIC COMMENT NEEDED BY 11.11.22

Thu, 27 Oct 2022 15:04:32 GMT

GDOT is currently collecting feedback for the proposed roundabout at State Route 13/Buford Spring connector and City Street 520/Monroe Drive. This proposed plan would close the exit for 10 months which will cause a negative impact to all businesses on the Armour/Ottley Loop AND SURROUNDING PIEDMONT HEIGHTS BUSINESSES!

Piedmont Heights Business Alliance is seeking support of the Ansley Park Civic Association, Piedmont Heights Civic Association, Morningside-Lenox Park Association, Woodland Hills Neighborhood Association, Lindbergh LaVista Corridor Coalition, Livable Buckhead and Lindridge Martin Manor Neighborhood Association to write a collective letter to GDOT expressing their objection to this project timeline.

Piedmont Heights Alliance and the Piedmont Heights Civic Association have been in contact with our House Rep Stacey Evens and also contacting our city representatives to gain support for our objection.

The comment period for this project is open until November 11, 2022. All organizations agree the comment period is unacceptable and will require additional time to properly recommend alternatives to this proposed plan.

Further project details can be found here.

VIEW THE Presentation

LEAVE COMMENTS HERE

If you would like to join our efforts, please reach out to: discover@pihialliance.com

Join Piedmont Heights Business Alliance to help us move this effort forward.

http://pihialliance.com/membership

FYI: Clean Water Atlanta- Does not directly impact PiHi

Thu, 27 Oct 2022 14:51:10 GMT

As part of the “Clean Water Atlanta” Consent Decree Program, Department of Watershed Management (DWM) contractors will be performing Sewer Group 4 (SG4) Small Diameter Rehabilitation - Contract A. This work is being done to improve the City of Atlanta’s sewer system within your community. Please see project fact sheet

SG4-A is the renewal and rehabilitation of selected portions of the City of Atlanta sewer collection system, as designated by the engineer throughout the course of the initial Closed Circuit Television Video (CCTV). CCTV sewer inspection refers to the process of using a camera to see inside of pipelines, sewer lines, or drains. CCTV cameras allow professionals to see the root causes of sewer issues without needing to conduct more invasive methods like digging or removing walls or flooring to gain access to plumbing.

The CCTV investigative work is scheduled to begin between October 3, 2022 - October 24, 2022, and last approximately 10 – 14 weeks, weather permitting. Operational hours for the crew members will be Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Construction work is tentatively scheduled to begin during the 1^st quarter of 2023.

Due to the nature of the construction work that will be done to repair and rehabilitate sections of the sewer line, there will be lane closures and road closures involved in this project. Additional notification will be given prior to the closures and construction work beginning.

Have a great day!

Tarin Love

City of Atlanta | DWM | Public Information Officer -Office of Communicaitions & Community Affairs

72 Marietta Street | Atlanta, GA, 30303 | 7^th Floor

office 404-546-3227 | cell 678-975-8638 |Email: tarinlove@atlantaga.gov

September Cheshire Bridge Update

Mon, 19 Sep 2022 18:42:09 GMT

Project construction is underway , with projected opening of at least one lane of traffic in each direction by October 31, 2022.

Other Details

Crews completed pouring the concrete base at the foot of the bridge in August 2022.

 Crews are currently working on the shore wall for span #3, temporary sub-deck at span #2, and continuing work along wall #1.

 Sewer line replacement is underway at the northwest corner of the bridge.

 Utility work is being finalized for the remaining companies.

 Information about this project are available on the ATLDOT website at: https://atldot.atlantaga.gov/cheshire-bridge-updates.

August Cheshire Bridge Update

Mon, 15 Aug 2022 22:33:40 GMT

8.9.22 | THE HEAT IS ON! 8/18 BeltLine Master Plan Meeting + 8/22 PiHi Alliance Quarterly Meeting + FreightATL

Tue, 09 Aug 2022 20:50:24 GMT

We're back from summer break and the HEAT IS ON!

Please take 5 minutes to read this email...you'll be happy you did.

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS!! PiHi Business Alliance is 58 members strong!!

Antiques & Beyond and The Shopping Center Group

SHARE YOUR FEEDBACK ON POTENTIAL ARTISTS

ART ON THE BELTLINE 2022-2023

CHECK OUT THE ARTISTS & GIVE FEEDBACK HERE BY FRIDAY AUGUST 12TH!

TUESDAY AUGUST 16TH @ 7PM

NEIGHBORHOOD PLANNING UNIT (NPU) F MEETING

All business owners with a commercial address located in Atkins Park, Lindridge/Martin Manor , Morningside/Lenox Park, Piedmont Heights and Virginia Highland need to register with NPU-F in order to attend and vote!

REGISTER HERE

THURSDAY AUGUST 18TH @ 6:30PM

NORTHEAST TRAIL STUDY GROUP VIRTUAL MEETING REGISTER HERE

Join Atlanta BeltLine, Inc. (ABI) as we continue the process of updating the Subarea 6 Master Plan. The Subarea 6 geography includes neighborhoods of Ansley Park, Midtown, Morningside/Lenox Park, Piedmont Heights, Sherwood Forest, and Virginia-Highland.

The purpose of this meeting is to present the findings from the design workshops that took place May 16th through May 26th of 2022. We will then review the draft master plan goals and receive your feedback on the draft recommendations for land use (e.g. mixed use, housing, commercial services), mobility (e.g. trails, sidewalks, bikes, transit), parks and greenspace.

CHECK OUT ALL OF THE CONSTRUCTION UPDATES HERE

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

PIEDMONT HEIGHTS BUSINESS ALLIANCE QUARTERLY MEETING

MONDAY, AUGUST 22ND FROM 9:30AM-11:00AM
- 9:30-10:00 AM: Coffee & Donut networking sponsored by Nakato
- 10:00-11:00 AM: Business Meeting
RSVP HERE

Please join us on Monday, August 22nd at Nakato Japanese Restaurant for our quarterly meeting!

Everyone is welcome!!!

Our District 6 Councilmember Alex Wan WILL BE IN ATTENDANCE to give us an update on the district including Cheshire Bridge.
FreightATL Update including an Armour Ottley Walk and Talk on 8/24.
Atlanta BeltLine Update- Northeast Trail Construction
Invest Atlanta will present on three small business programs:
- ATL in Business
- Atlanta Open For Business Fund Programs
- - Commercial Property Improvement Grant
  - - Webinar: Tuesday August 9 @ 6pm
- Atlanta Recovery Loan

CHESHIRE BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION

Estimated completion by October 31, 2022

See all the updates here

CELEBRATING LGBTQ+ HISTORY

A COMMUNITY DISCUSSION

SATURDAY AUGUST 27, 2022 @ 10AM

The Department of City Planning, Historic Atlanta, and City of Atlanta Division of LGBTQ Affairs will host our kick-off event to share information on the LGBTQ+ Historic Context Statement. Join us on August 27th from 10am - 1pm at the Out Front Theater.

MORE INFORMATION + REGISTER

STATE OF THE BELTLINE

TUESDAY AUGUST 30, 2022 @ 7:30AM

Thank you for supporting the Piedmont Heights Alliance!

July Atlanta BeltLine Construction + Meetings

Mon, 08 Aug 2022 17:38:51 GMT

NORTHEAST TRAIL CONSTRUCTION UPDATE

Northeast Trail – Segment 1: A 60% design package is expected next month for this segment, which runs from the northern end of the Eastside Trail to Westminster Drive.
Northeast Trail – Segment 2: Clearing is well underway around the Piedmont Avenue bridge, with crews at work prepping the easternmost bay under the bridge for the multiuse trail to come through. The trail alignment and location of the future ramp at the northeast corner of the trail / road intersection can be viewed in this Northeast Trail presentation from April 13.
Work on light poles installation along the paved portion of the trail continues. That section will remain open, although we appreciate your patience in cases where the work may extend onto the trail.
The short, unpaved section to the north will remain open to trail users until construction commences on that segment. ABI will notify the public of trail closures on other sections as construction advances. Construction activities are expected to continue for the next year.
Northeast Trail – Segment 3: A 60% design package was received this month from the design team, Heath & Lineback, and is under review by the ABI team.
Details on each Northeast Trail segment can be found in our design and construction updates section: Segment 1, Segment 2, Segments 3.

MEETING: NORTHEAST STUDY GROUP-SUBAREA 6 MASTER PLAN UPDATE

THURSDAY AUGUST 18, 2022 FROM 6:30-8:00PM

REGISTER FOR ZOOM HERE

The purpose of this meeting is to present the findings from the design workshops that took place May 16^th through May 26^th of 2022. We will then review the draft master plan goals and receive your feedback on the draft recommendations for land use (e.g. mixed use, housing, commercial services), mobility (e.g. trails, sidewalks, bikes, transit), parks and greenspace.

5.25.22 Quarterly Meeting Agenda

Tue, 24 May 2022 20:06:43 GMT

10:00 AM	Welcome. Thank you to Nakato for hosting and providing coffee and donuts. Introductions: Your Name, Business, Location, # of Years in Piedmont Heights
10:15 AM	PiHi Membership http://pihialliance.com/membership 58 Members. 23 new members in 2022! Beautify PiHi April 30, 2022 Recap http://pihialliance.com/Cheshire-Bridge-4.30.22 Cheshire Bridge Banner Campaign 5 banners installed. One more location identified! Planning in PiHi Atlanta BeltLine SubArea 6 Master Plan: Last Self Guided Workshop at Ansley Mall is Thursday March 26th. Closes @ 7pm. FILL OUT THE SURVEY & INTERACTIVE MAPPING HERE: https://planningatpond.com/beltline6/beltline6-home/ Northwest Fright Study:FreightATL.com Industry Insight #2 – May 26 2022 \| 6 – 7 PM Register at this link FreightATL@atlantaga.gov Residents or business owners/operators that may be interested in participating, FILL OUT THIS FORM ATL311 Task Force - Virtual Wednesday June 1, 2022 @ 3pm! Southern Center for Human Rights (SCHR) Are you interested in being part of a cohort of concerned community members? Sign up here Resurgence Grant deadline is Friday April 27, 2022
10:25 AM	District Updates + What do we need to know? Cheshire Bridge: Sachi Takahara and Jan Epstein The Heights: Jay Bolas , Wimbledon Salon Suites The Market: Craig McCallister, Felix’s Atlanta Armour West: Alison Gopal, Northwoods Properties/Armour Yards The Point: Open Monroe Curve: Open Armour East: Open
10:45 AM	PRESENTATION + Q&A: Pre-Arrest Diversion Initiative (PAD) Chyna Quarker chyna@atlantapad.org Read for more information: http://pihialliance.com/blog/12158868
11:00 AM	Adjourn

Northwest Freight Study May 2022-May 2023

Tue, 24 May 2022 19:52:08 GMT

Project Overview: Freight ATL: Northwest Atlanta Industrial Area Freight Study will address freight movement, traffic operations, and related planning needs in northwest Atlanta. The study is supported by the Atlanta Regional Commission, Atlanta City Councilmember Dustin Hillis (District 9) and Invest Atlanta. Atlanta Department of City Planning is leading the study to ensure that Atlanta’s transportation system can sustain the area’s competitive industrial sector and high quality of life in the neighborhoods that support it. (See project website for more – link below)
Residents or business owners/operators that may be interested in participating, please add them to this form

Project Timeline: This project will be active through May 2023.
Project website is live and can be accessed here: https://www.freightatl.com/
Several project documents are in various stages of draft development: Review of Best Practices, Inventory & Assessment, Industrial Development & Jobs Analysis, Industrial Traffic Study
Study Advisory Committee (SAC) met 5/12; next SAC meeting will be in July. The SAC is comprised of representatives of stakeholder agencies and organizations who will be key in balancing the needs and concerns of industry and neighborhoods, and in advancing implementation of study recommendations. The SAC will provide input on and inform the overall direction of the study.
Upcoming meetings & events:
- 5/25 – 5/26: Industry Insight Sessions – 5/25 (9:00-10:00am) and 5/26 (6:00-7:00pm)
- Industry Insight #1 – May 25 2022 | 9 – 10 AM
  
  Register at this link:
  
  https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAqfuiupzsjH9HULDVkfYI-WaCKTiHY7yQ8
  
  OR
  
  Industry Insight #2 – May 26 2022 | 6 – 7 PM
  
  Register at this link:
  
  https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAtdOGrrz0sH9DJ6e_BkFjG7HJ8D4xTtmLs

Industry Insight Sessions are small group discussions among people directly involved in goods movement and industrial development. Participants will share challenges and opportunities to developing an efficient and safe transportation system that helps support a competitive industrial sector in Atlanta. They will also provide firsthand information to inform supply chain analyses and business linkage studies.
- 5/25: Community Insight Sessions happening 5/25 (6:00-7:00pm)
Community Insight Sessions are facilitated small group discussions with community members to establish a rapport for ongoing engagement. Community Insight participants will offer a vital perspective on safety and mobility concerns that may not be reflected during other engagement activities. They will be asked to collaborate in developing a shared vision for the study goals, identify key concerns, brainstorm potential solutions, refine draft recommendations, and increase study awareness and participation
- 6/8: Walk and Talk tour #1: Ellsworth Industrial Blvd/Chattahoochee Ave – 6:00-8:00pm
Walk and Talk Tours will take place in different locations throughout the study area. These tours allow participants to meet on-site, document concerns, and see challenges first-hand. The second round of tours will take place in August at a different location.

6/22: Virtual Open House #1
7/21: SAC Meeting #2

5.23.22 | THIS WEEK!!! Quarterly Meeting on Wed. May 25th @ 9:30am- Nakato

Mon, 23 May 2022 15:06:37 GMT

JOIN US ON WEDNESDAY, MAY 25TH @ 9:30AM FOR OUR QUARTERLY MEETING!!

GET ENGAGED! ATTEND AND MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD!

Nakato Japanese Restaurant: 1776 Cheshire Bridge Rd

9:30AM: Networking with Coffee & Donuts sponsored by Nakato

10:00AM: One hour business meeting

AGENDA ITEMS:

Introductions

PiHi Alliance district updates (The Market, Armour West, The Heights, Cheshire Bridge)

Atlanta BeltLine SubArea 6 Master Plan Update

FreightATL update

Pre-Arrest Diversion Initiative (PAD)

Upcoming PiHi events: Beautify PiHi Fall 2022, Next Quarterly Meeting August 24th and Reconnect Event Fall 2022.

We Want to Hear From You!

SEND US QUESTIONS, COMMENTS AND TOPICS HERE in advance of the meeting.

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YAY FOR PIHI!!!

WELCOME NEW MAY MEMBERS!

The Carlyle, Southern Nights, and Oddities Printing

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5TH BANNER NOW INSTALLED! SHOP LOCAL- KEEP CHESHIRE BRIDGE IN BUSINESS banners.

Check out our 5th banner located at the Cathedral Thrift House facing Piedmont Road. Thank you Nakato for sponsoring!

All the banners were printed and installed by Brian Signs at 1950 Cheshire Bridge Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30324! Thank you Brian!!!

DO YOU HAVE A PLACE TO HANG AT YOUR BUSINESS? Cheshire Bridge businesses let us know if you have an ideal location to post at your business. We'll have them on hand at the Quarterly Meeting on May 25th. THANKS!

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GET ENGAGED! ATTEND AND MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD!

LAST CHANCE FOR ATLANTA BELTLINE MASTER PLAN STAFFED WORKSHOP!

Tuesday, May 24, 2022 from 8:00am - 10:00am

Ansley Mall Suite 307
1544 Piedmont Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30324

CAN'T MAKE IT IN PERSON??: FILL OUT THE SURVEY & ADD YOUR SUGGESTIONS TO THE INTERACTIVE MAPPING TOOL!

LAST DAY FOR SELF GUIDED IS THURSDAY MAY 26TH from 8:00am to 7:00pm.

SEE WHAT YOU MISSED

VISIT OUR DEDICATED ATLANTA BELTLINE PAGE TO SEE PAST PRESENTATIONS & FACEBOOK LIVES

Watch the Livable Buckhead and PiHi Alliance Atlanta BeltLine Northeast Trail Update HERE

Sub Area 6 Master Plan April 2022 Presentation https://beltlineorg-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/FINAL_2022-03-22_Public-Meeting1_Subarea-6-Master-Plan-Update_Web-2.pdf

Sub Area 6 Master Plan April 2022 Facebook Video https://www.facebook.com/atlantabeltline/videos/265444228993553/

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GET ENGAGED! ATTEND AND MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD!

FREIGHT ATL STUDY VIRTUAL INSIGHT SESSIONS THIS WEEK- WED & THURSDAY

Atlanta’s Department of City Planning is conducting a freight transportation plan to improve moving goods in and around industrial districts and nearby neighborhoods in Northwest Atlanta.

We are hosting these Industry Insight Sessions for business owners, industry representatives, real estate experts, facility workers, and truck drivers so they can share their perspectives of operating in the area as well as the freight and logistics challenges.

Interested participants can sign up for one of two sessions using the Zoom links below.

Industry Insight #1 – May 25 2022 | 9 – 10 AM

Register at this link:

https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAqfuiupzsjH9HULDVkfYI-WaCKTiHY7yQ8

Industry Insight #2 – May 26 2022 | 6 – 7 PM

Register at this link:

https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAtdOGrrz0sH9DJ6e_BkFjG7HJ8D4xTtmLs

Your perspective is valuable! Please sign up for a session!

More information about the study is available at www.freightATL.com.

If you have any questions or suggestions, please let us know at FreightATL@atlantaga.gov.

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5.11.22 | Construction Updates, Quarterly Meeting, BeltLine and $$$

Wed, 11 May 2022 16:58:54 GMT

April was a steller month for the Piedmont Heights Business Alliance. Thank you for your support!

An amazing BEAUTIFY PIHI for Cheshire Bridge from Lindbergh to the bridge on April 30th.

We also launched our SUPPORT LOCAL: KEEP CHESHIRE BRIDGE IN BUSINESS BANNER CAMPAIGN!

Four banners are installed! New LARGER banners being installed with the existing ones being relocated within the district for a total of 6!!!
Two more banners to be designed and installed in May!!
CHESHIRE BRIDGE BUSINESSES JOIN NOW!! Use CheshireBridgeLove2021 for 50% off your first annual membership and be added to the next banners!!

PiHi Alliance is now 57 MEMBERS STRONG!

Welcome NEW April members: The Carlyle, Selig Enterprises on Cheshire Bridge, Southern Nights, and Virtue and Vice body piercing

It was a small but mighty turn out for our 4/30 Beautify PiHi Clean Up. Our dedicated volunteer board members (pictured above) Bob Glascock- President (Coldwell Bankers), Sachi Takahara- Secretary (Nakato Japanese Restaurant) and Jan Epstein- Cheshire Bridge Board member (Warren Epstein and Associates) with community development consultant, Jennifer Ohme of idealDESIGN,inc. spent two hours picking up trash and talking with business owners.

THE RECAP:

Cleaned up 10 BAGS OF TRASH from ONE MILE of Cheshire Bridge.
Talked to 15 Business Owners! Great meeting our community members!
Identified over 15 ATL311 issues on Cheshire Bridge to be reported and tracked in our monthly ATL311 Task Force meeting on the 1st Wed. @ 3pm on Zoom.
Noticed the stop work order and code enforcement notices posted on neglected buildings on Cheshire Bridge (old ACE, Happy Herman's, European Cleaners and Diner)
Alleyway and building behind ACE/Happy Herman's cleaned up! Yay!!
CHECK OUT MORE PHOTOS HERE! We hope you will consider volunteering or sponsoring our next Beautify PiHi in the Fall.

GET INVOLVED

SAVE THE DATE! WEDNESDAY MAY 25TH

Piedmont Heights Business Alliance Quarterly Meeting

Nakato Japanese Restaurant: 1776 Cheshire Bridge Rd

9:30AM: Networking with Coffee & Donuts

10:00AM: One hour business meeting

SEND US QUESTIONS, COMMENTS AND TOPICS HERE in advance of the meeting.

The Deadline is Monday May 23rd to submit. Thanks!

GET INVOLVED

Northeast Study Group - Subarea 6 Master Plan Update Design Workshops

STAFFED WORKSHOPS: ASK QUESTIONS GET ANSWERS!

Thursday, May 19, 2022 from 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Saturday, May 21, 2022 from 8:00am - 10:30am
Tuesday, May 24, 2022 from 8:00am - 10:00am

Workshops will take place at:
Ansley Mall Suite 307
1544 Piedmont Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30324

Join Atlanta BeltLine, Inc. (ABI) as we update the 2011 Subarea 6 Master Plan which is a plan to help guide growth for vibrant, livable mixed-use communities by applying best management practices for transit-oriented development, mobility, affordable housing, greenspace and alternative modes of transportation.

In these workshops, we will be collecting input on the Subarea 6 Master Plan goals as well as recommendations for future land use/housing, urban design, mobility, greenspace, and other elements. Design stations will be interactive and staffed to help guide you through the exercises. Stations have been organized to promote social distancing; however, masks are strongly encouraged. All three workshops will cover the same material. In addition to the staffed workshops, the space is available daily for self guided participation from May 16th to May 26th from 8:00am to 7:00pm.

Take a few minutes and explore our project website which includes interactive activities and a survey: beltline.org/subarea6update.

SEE WHAT YOU MISSED

VISIT OUR DEDICATED ATLANTA BELTLINE PAGE TO SEE PAST PRESENTATIONS & FACEBOOK LIVES

Watch the Livable Buckhead and PiHi Alliance Atlanta BeltLine Northeast Trail Update HERE

Sub Area 6 Master Plan April 2022 Presentation https://beltlineorg-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/FINAL_2022-03-22_Public-Meeting1_Subarea-6-Master-Plan-Update_Web-2.pdf

Sub Area 6 Master Plan April 2022 Facebook Video https://www.facebook.com/atlantabeltline/videos/265444228993553/

GET INVOLVED

What’s in Atlanta’s new budget and how do you fit in?

The city council usually adopts the finalized budget in a late June meeting, but the official deadline is June 30. The budget must be adopted before the fiscal year starts July 1.

The public doesn’t have much direct say during this vetting process, but there are opportunities to give feedback in public meetings. The year’s public budget hearing is on June 7th from 6:15 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. It is for both the budget and proposed increases in property tax millage rates.

If you want to take part in the budget proceedings, this meeting is a chance to make your feelings known–but you can also give direct feedback before June 7. Go ahead and contact your city council members to tell them what changes you want to see in your community.

FULL ARTICLE BY ATLANTA CIVIC CIRCLE

CONSTRUCTION UPDATES

5.5.22 | Cheshire Bridge Construction Update Estimated Completion Oct 2022

The City of Atlanta Department of Transportation (ATLDOT) has contracted with C. W. Matthews for the design and rebuild of the Cheshire Bridge over South Fork Peachtree Creek. This comes after accepting, reviewing, and evaluating all bids submitted in January 2022.

Location: Cheshire Bridge Road NE from Woodland Avenue NE to Faulkner Road NE

Schedule: Project construction is underway and is projected for substantial completion by October 31, 2022.

Currently, crews are performing surveying and drilling as part of the preliminary planning
Next steps include utility work, roadway plans, and final plan review.
ATLDOT communications will alert the public as we approach construction milestones.
Project construction is underway and is projected for substantial completion by October 31, 2022.
Details about this project are available on the ATLDOT website at: https://atldot.atlantaga.gov/cheshire-bridge-updates.
Stay engaged with ATLDOT on our Twitter feed @ATLDOT, ATLDOT Facebook page, Instagram channel @ATL.DOT, and Nextdoor

CONSTRUCTION UPDATES

Monroe-Armour Roundabout Work Progresses Toward Completion, Rescheduled for this Summer

Atlanta - Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) contractors have provided an updated schedule for completion of the Monroe-Armour Roundabout at the intersection of Monroe Drive NE and Armour Drive NE in the City of Atlanta, Fulton County. The revised schedule predicts an early July 2022 completion. Delays related to the relocation of several utilities in the project area (including Atlanta Gas Light, AT&T and Zayo) have been resolved. Continued construction of sidewalks and the roundabout center island is dependent on securing the required concrete quantities, given the nationwide shortage.

Check out our blog for complete info and project manager contact info. Please report extended delays in traffic.

DON'T DELAY- THERE IS STILL GRANT MONEY!!

Great news! The application deadline for the relaunched Resurgence Grant Fund has been extended to Friday, May 27 at 5 p.m.

City of Atlanta small businesses, including startups with a business license and nonprofits with a business license or Letter of Good Standing, can apply for up to $40,000 to reimburse the costs of business interruptions due to COVID-19. The grant funds can be used to cover eligible pandemic-related business changes and costs, including commercial rent and payroll.

Helpful Resources for Applicants

Need Assistance?
Representatives are available by email and phone (404-419-7350) to answer any questions.

APPLY NOW!!

THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING PIHI ALLIANCE!!

5.5.22 | Cheshire Bridge Construction Update Estimated Completion Oct 2022

Tue, 10 May 2022 22:22:08 GMT

5.5.22

Cheshire Bridge Rebuild Update

Location: Cheshire Bridge Road NE from Woodland Avenue NE to Faulkner Road NE

Schedule: Project construction is underway and is projected for substantial completion by October 31, 2022.

Currently, crews are performing surveying and drilling as part of the preliminary planning
Next steps include utility work, roadway plans, and final plan review.
ATLDOT communications will alert the public as we approach construction milestones.
Project construction is underway and is projected for substantial completion by October 31, 2022.
Details about this project are available on the ATLDOT website at: https://atldot.atlantaga.gov/cheshire-bridge-updates.
Stay engaged with ATLDOT on our Twitter feed @ATLDOT, ATLDOT Facebook page, Instagram channel @ATL.DOT, and Nextdoor

SEE FULL NOTICE

Monroe Armour Drive Roundabout Progress- July 2022 Estimation Completion

Tue, 10 May 2022 22:10:50 GMT

May 3, 2022

Monroe-Armour Roundabout Work Progresses Toward Completion, Rescheduled for this Summer

Weather and on-site conditions permitting, contractors will continue Stage 2 activities this week and begin Stage 3 in May as follows:

Curb and gutter installations are currently underway.
Pending concrete delivery, sidewalk construction will begin this week and allow progression to Stage 3. These concrete pours will require lane closures and flagging Operations.
Stage 3 construction, targeted for mid- to late May, shifts traffic onto the new

roundabout lane configuration. On-site signage and barrels will direct traffic flow and emergency vehicles will pace traffic to slower speeds. The shift will be timed to minimize impacts to commuters in the area.

Stage 3 also includes construction of the roundabout center island (estimated two- three weeks), installation and activation of lighting, installation of landscaping, paving and striping the lanes through end of June 2022.
Given the above schedule, GDOT anticipates final acceptance of the completed project in early July.

Once complete, features of the new single-lane Monroe-Armour Roundabout will improve drivers and pedestrian safety and reduce traffic delays through this busy intersection, including:

On Armour Drive southbound, a new right turn lane and left turn lane
On Monroe Drive westbound, a shared right turn and through lane
On Monroe Drive eastbound, a shared left turn and through lane; and
The existing right-turn only lane on the SR 13 exit ramp to the intersection will be converted to a shared left and right turn lane.
In addition, a bus stop and ADA-compliant sidewalks and curb and gutter will be Constructed.

The $1.6 million project is scheduled for completion in early July 2022, pending weather, on-site conditions and the availability of required concrete quantities.

Message boards and signage will advise drivers to slow their speed through the area.

Motorists are advised to expect some traffic delays, exercise caution, and reduce their speed while traveling through work zones. Before heading out, get real-time information on work status and traffic conditions. Call 511, visit 511ga.org, or download the Georgia 511 app.

Akara Tan, GDOT Project Manager

Work Cell: (404) 809-0098

Email: atan@dot.ga.gov

Akara Tan, Construction Project Manager

Project Email: Armour-MonroeRoundabout@dot.ga.gov

(this email connects to GDOT project staff including the project manager)

www.dot.ga.gov Monroe Armour

3.21.22 Business Resources

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 20:19:23 GMT

Together with American Express, we at the National Trust for Historic Preservation are once again offering the Backing Historic Small Restaurants Grant Program to aid restaurant recovery amid ongoing challenges related to the pandemic.

Our mission: award $40,000 grants to 25 historic small restaurants across the country to improve, upgrade, and preserve their exterior physical spaces and online businesses so they can better serve their customers, financially recover, and grow their businesses.

Today, we are asking for your help to find cozy cafes, delicious dives, and other beloved restaurants that have stood the test of time and continue to contribute to their neighborhood’s unique history. Our focus is on independent small restaurants that have been in business for more than 25 years, operate in historic buildings or neighborhoods, and have been disproportionately impacted by the pandemic.

We’re accepting nominations from restaurant enthusiasts as well as formal grant applications from restaurant owners. To learn more, we invite you to register for an online information session on Wednesday, March 23, at 3:00 PM ET to learn more about the program, application criteria, and timeline.

Grant applications and public nominations will be accepted until 11:59 PM ET on April 4, 2022.

LEARN MORE, NOMINATE + WEBINAR INFO

Applications for the Resurgence Grant Fund
will be open March 1 - April 29, 2022

Through the Resurgence Grant Fund, eligible businesses and non-profits may be awarded grants of up to $40,000 to reimburse costs incurred (after March 3, 2021) by adapting business operations in a post-COVID environment. Apply here.

Missed our recent webinars? The "Navigating the Business License Process" and "Applying as a Non-Profit to the Resurgence Grant Fund" recordings are now available!

March 1st: Applications Open for Whole Foods Local & Emerging Accelerator Program
The program, which supports the company’s longstanding core value of seeking win-win partnerships with local suppliers, will offer mentorship directly from Whole Foods Market experts, tailored education for small and emerging producers and the potential for financial support to promote business growth. Deadline April 9th!

March 28th: Invest Atlanta and WEI Host a Govathon at The Lola
In celebration of Women's History Month, Invest Atlanta and WEI are hosting a hackathon to tackle inequities in capital for women entrepreneurs. This 4-day event kicks off Friday, March 25th with the final pitch competition to be held on Monday, March 28th.

March 31st: Deadline to Apply to Bunkerlabs "Veterans in Residence" Incubator
Veterans in Residence is a business incubator that provides veteran and military spouse entrepreneurs and business owners with coworking space, local community, a national business network, and targeted support to grow their business.

March 31st: Deadline to Apply to the RAISE Forum
The RAISE Forum is creating local funding for in-revenue companies that need an investment round between $500K and $5MM. The RAISE Forum is for those companies that have a proven business model and are ready to scale up.

April 1st: Deadline to Apply to Invest Atlanta's ReImagine Opportunity Cohort
The Reimage Opportunity Cohort, a no-cost, 10-week program for Atlanta small businesses located in city of Atlanta Federal Opportunity Zones, is now accepting applications for the second cohort. This program will educate business owners on how to rise, recover and soar following disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

April 1st: Deadline to Apply to Endeavor's "Scale Up Atlanta" Program
This 7-month non-dilutive program equips Atlanta’s fastest-growing, highest potential Black founders with the resources and confidence to take their business to the next level for a time commitment of 3+ hours per month, from May to November 2022.

April 6th: Deadline to Apply to Techstars Atlanta in Partnership with Cox Enterprises
This program is located in the epicenter of startup activity in the Southeast U.S., helping entrepreneurs build meaningful companies and enduring brands.

April 10th: Deadline to Apply to CreateATL's "The Collective" Impact Accelerator

CreateATL provides dedicated space for entrepreneurs who work to create a better Atlanta. Businesses who apply must answer the call of "How do we better connect the community to the outdoors and nature." This could include resilience-focused, ag-tech, urban gardens, outdoor groups, renewable energy, alternative food production, beekeepers and beyond.

April 10th: Deadline to Apply to Digital Undivided's START Program
START is a competitive 3-week virtual program for early idea-stage Latina and Black women entrepreneurs. START Atlanta will take place from May 14-31, 2022.

April 15th: Deadline to Apply to TiE Atlanta Angels 2022 ACCESS Program
The TiE Atlanta Angels 2022 ACCESS program is bridging the mentoring and investment gap for underrepresented founders. Additionally, ACCESS awards female and/or minority founders whose ventures deliver measurable positive change(s) that address a pressing social challenge/need with one-time non-dilutive Social Impact Grants.

April 29th: Deadline to Apply to Invest Atlanta's Resurgence Grant Fund
Through the Resurgence Grant Fund, eligible businesses and non-profits may be awarded grants of up to $40,000 to reimburse costs incurred (after March 3, 2021) by adapting business operations in a post-COVID environment.

Rolling: Village United's ELEVATE Incubator Program Application
ELEVATE is a 12-week incubator that is tailored to serve the most urgent needs identified by small businesses. ELEVATE moves businesses from aspiration to application to the achievement of growing from sole operators to a thriving business with employees.

Rolling: LaunchPad 2x's First Friday Pitch Off Entrepreneur Application
First Pitch Friday events will be held the last Friday of each month through September 2022 from 1:00 - 2:00PM EST. LaunchPad 2x will reach out when an opportunity to participate is available and confirm dates and guidelines for the presentation.

Rolling: Goodie Nation's "Intentionally Good" Program Application
Intentionally Good is a relationship and growth program from Goodie Nation that increases the competitiveness of tech-focused social entrepreneurs and diverse founders (Black, Latinx, and Women) for endorsements, pilots and strategic partnerships, and funding through professional development, warm introductions, and mental health sessions.

Rolling: Panoramic Ventures' Startup Showdown Application
Startup Showdown offers early-stage startups the chance to pitch investors and increase their visibility among an expanded investor network. Five finalists are selected to compete on stage in front of a panel of guest investor judges where we invest $120,000 in exchange for 7% of your company.

Rolling: theClubhou.se "Make Startups" Entrepreneurship Accelerator Application
This program offers classes followed by six months of weekly mentoring which completes the full Make Startups Certificate of Entrepreneurship. The program is free if you qualify for funding through Atlanta's Workforce Development. Please add "Zane Access" in the section "where you heard about the program".

2.23.22 Quarterly Meeting Information

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 15:02:46 GMT

THANK YOU TO!

THE 45 BUSINESS OWNERS WHO ATTENDED OUR QUARTERLY MEETING THIS MORNING!
NAKATO FOR HOSTING & PROVIDING COFFEE AND DONUTS!
INVEST ATLANTA FOR PRESENTING THE RESURGENCE GRANT FUND!

Meeting Agenda with A Lot of Information

Talking Points with PiHi 2021 Review, 2022 Goals, Planning maps and Cheshire Bridge Update

WE ARE BLOWN AWAY BY YOUR SUPPORT!!!

Now PiHi Alliance is 43 members strong. We started out with 37 members at 10am today! Help us reach our goal of 60 members strong in 2022!

NEW MEMBERS FROM TODAY'S MEETING!

Atlanta Irish Dance
Buckhead-Midtown Vacuum, Inc.
Mayesh Wholesale Florist
Atlanta Judo Midtown

Bhojanic

MEMBERSHIP RENEWALS FROM TODAY'S MEETING!

Taqueria del Sol

Hand soap Car Wash

JANUARY & FEBRUARY NEW MEMBERS
Heritage Preparatory School

TADA Foundation Inc
Canvas Creations
Northwood Office LLC/ Armour Yards

SERVICE BOX & TAPE CO

JOIN PIHI ALLIANCE TODAY!

Cheshire Bridge Businesses can receive 50% OFF Annual Membership with code: CHESHIREBRIDGELOVE2021 at checkout!

All Cheshire Bridge businesses that join by February 28th will be included on our SUPPORT LOCAL CHESHIRE BRIDGE BANNER CAMPAIGN!

RESURGENCE GRANT FUND BY INVEST ATLANTA

Applications will be open March 1 - April 29, 2022

INFO

Have questions? resurgence@investatlanta.com!

FRIDAY FEB 25 @ 10AM WEBINAR

PAD: PRE ARREST DIVERSION INFO

THIS BLOG POST HAS IT ALL

Includes recording of orientation, FAQs, and Resource Guide

Dail 311 -1 for PAD.

Email discover@pihialliance.com to help start the PAD TASK Force!

1.31.22 Small Business Resources, Grants & Programs

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 19:46:09 GMT

Invest Atlanta is the official economic development authority for the City of Atlanta. Its purpose is to strengthen Atlanta’s economy and global competitiveness to create increased opportunity and prosperity for the people of Atlanta.

With equity front and center, Invest Atlanta supports businesses through economic development incentives, small business loans, workforce solutions, connections to institutions around the city, and other robust programs designed to give all businesses the opportunity to succeed.

Meet with the Business Expansion & Retention Team to learn more about how Invest Atlanta can support your business!

Meet with the Innovation & Entrepreneurship Team to learn more about how Invest Atlanta can support your startup!

Feb. 15th at 11:30 am: Bookkeeping & Tax Credits with Saurav Bhandari, CPA of Arbo
Feb. 22nd at 11:30 am: Hiring with Ariel Lopez of Knac
Mar. 1st at 11:30 am: Cybersecurity with Nick Santora of Curricula
Mar. 8th at 11:20 am: Fundraising with Graham Gintz

of Knightley

Mayor Dickens announces $20 million Wells Fargo "Open for Business" donation

Feb. 1st: Plywood People's "Path" Program Begins
Path is an interactive six-week online course designed to help problem solvers decide which direction to take with their idea. Path is offered four times during the year. The next cohort begins in February 1st, 2022!

Feb. 3rd: Final Deadline to Apply to Emory's "Startup Launch" Program
The program helps early-stage founder teams to rapidly develop their ideas and move their startup forward. Each team must include at least one Emory student, alumnus/a, or faculty or staff member, while other team members may be from the community at large. The program is free of charge.

Feb. 6th: Deadline to Apply to Atlanta Inno's "Inno Madness" Competition
Nominate a local startup (private, tech-enabled businesses or companies who support innovation.The Inno team will assemble brackets of private, fast-growing, tech-enabled local businesses based on nominations. In the end, only one company will be chosen as Inno Madness Winner.

Feb. 9th: Deadline to Apply to Women of Color Grant Program
The Fearless Fund and Tory Burch Foundation in partnership with The Cru will award up to 150 deserving women of color-owned small businesses $10,000- $20,000. In addition, recipients will be awarded access to a peer network to help you continue to build and grow their business.

Feb. 11th: Deadline to Apply to Cisco 2022 Global Problem Solver Challenge
The Cisco Global Problem Solver Challenge 2022 is a worldwide search for early-stage technology-enabled solutions and services that can enable economic development and/or benefit society and/or the environment.

Feb. 14th: Deadline to Apply to Department of City Planning's "Public Kiosk" Program
Applications are now open for businesses to apply to operate downtown Atlanta brick-and-mortar kiosks. This is a great opportunity for entrepreneurs to grow their businesses, while contributing to a more vibrant and pedestrian-friendly public realm in downtown.

Feb. 17th: Deadline to Apply to Department of City Planning's "Love Our Places: Bike Parking" Program
The City of Atlanta Department of City Planning’s Love Our Places program is looking to partner with an artist with each bike parking location selected during a previous call to develop and implement custom art for each award location.

Feb. 21st: Deadline to Apply to SHRM's "WorkplaceTech Accelerator" Program
The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), through SHRMLabs, is launching an inaugural 8-week virtual program that is designed to scale up early-stage, growth driven startups dedicated to elevating HR and solving today's most pressing workplace challenges.

Feb. 22nd: Deadline to Apply to Partnership for Inclusive Innovation (PIN)'s Innovate for All Grant Fund
Innovate for All funds and supports projects that help empower and sustain a statewide network of innovation, technology, and entrepreneurship resources to create economic opportunities for Georgia’s rural, suburban, and urban centers, with a focus on the people and places that are often overlooked as hubs of innovation.

April 1st: Deadline to Apply to Endeavor's "Scale Up Atlanta" Program
This 7-month non-dilutive program equips Atlanta’s fastest-growing, highest potential Black founders with the resources and confidence to take their business to the next level. Selected entrepreneurs will participate in monthly programming and receive hyper-curated mentorship and services for the dynamic challenges of scaling up: a time commitment of 3+ hours per month, from May to November 2022.

April 6th: Deadline to Apply to Techstars Atlanta in Partnership with Cox Enterprises
This program is located in the epicenter of startup activity in the Southeast U.S., helping entrepreneurs build meaningful companies and enduring brands.

Rolling: Goodie Nation's "Intentionally Good" Program Application
Intentionally Good is a relationship and growth program from Goodie Nation that increases the competitiveness of tech-focused social entrepreneurs and diverse founders (Black, Latinx, and Women) for endorsements, pilots and strategic partnerships, and funding through professional development, warm introductions, and mental health sessions.

Rolling: Waitlist Open for Zane Access™ Capital Readiness Cohort
Designed to meet the unique needs of underrepresented founders, the 10-week immersive course prepares underrepresented founding teams to successfully raise capital by providing them with networks and mentors to help them champion their story and use their own powerful, unique voice and brand.

Rolling: Panoramic Ventures' Startup Showdown Application
Startup Showdown offers early-stage startups the chance to pitch investors and increase their visibility among an expanded investor network. All semifinalists benefit from Mentor Day, where they will refine their pitch in front of experienced founders and other tech executives. Five finalists are selected to compete on stage in front of a panel of guest investor judges where we invest $120,000 in exchange for 7% of your company.

Rolling: Applications for theClubhou.se "Make Startups" Entrepreneurship Accelerator Program
This program offers classes beginning every couple of months in a variety of locations, meets once or twice a week, and is followed by six months of weekly mentoring which completes the full Make Startups Certificate of Entrepreneurship. The program is free if you qualify for funding through Atlanta's Workforce Development. Please add "Zane Access" in the section "where you heard about the program".

Rolling: QuickBooks Restaurant Relief Initiative in partnership with the Georgia Restaurant Association Foundation
Through the QuickBooks Restaurant Relief Initiative, restaurants with an annual net revenue of less than $250,000 can apply for a $5,000 grant to cover payroll and operating expenses to help employ and retain staff.

Invest Atlanta Dealroom Startup-Investor Platform: Connects startups, investors, and other ecosystem members via this free, virtual data platform.
Curricula's Free Security Awareness Training Program: Provides free security awareness training program designed to help protect organizations with up to 1,000 employees and build a security culture at no cost.
File 1099-NEC with Arbo for FREE: Helps complete 1099-NEC, a form is used to report non-employee compensations over $600 to parties like vendors, freelancers, independent contractors and more.
SBA Mentor-Protégé Program Tutorial: Provides small businesses with business development assistance and help to successfully compete for federal contracts.
Startup Atlanta Guide to the Ecosystem: Includes an ecosystem overview and more than 300 resources with clickable links
How to Start a Small Business – A Veteran’s Small Business Guide: Outlines the steps to get a successful company off the ground by introducing wide range of excellent resources to help turn an idea into a successful business for veterans.
Verizon Small Business Digital Ready Platform: Offers learning modules, expert coaching, peer networking and more. Complete two courses or coaching events to be eligible to apply for a Verizon Small Business Digital Ready $10,000 grant.
National Science Foundation's Seed Fund: Supports startups navigating the earliest stages of technology translation, investing roughly $200 million annually.
Women in the Workplace Platform: Equips women via roundtables and marketplaces with local resources from the Women’s Entrepreneurship Initiative in partnership with Invest Atlanta, WorkSource Atlanta, The Mayor’s Office of International Affairs and One Atlanta.

1.28.22 | Cheshire Bridge Design/Build Procurement Underway

Fri, 28 Jan 2022 15:46:42 GMT

January 27, 2022

Cheshire Bridge Design/Build Procurement Underway

Prospective contractor bids due on February 1, 2022

With demolition complete, the City of Atlanta Department of Transportation (ATLDOT) is currently accepting bids for the design and rebuild of the Cheshire Bridge over South Fork Peachtree Creek. Bids from prospective contractors are due on Tuesday, February 1, 2022.

The bridge has been closed to all modes of transportation since August 2021, when a fire severely compromised its safety and efficacy. Demolition was completed in December 2021.

Next steps toward construction include bid evaluation, contractor recommendation, and contract execution. ATLDOT will share additional information as the procurement process moves forward.

ATLDOT reminds the public that pedestrians are restricted from entering the bridge construction zone until the demolition and rebuild are complete. For your safety, please do not enter the creek bed, sloping, and fenced off bridge areas on either side of the creek.

Cheshire Bridge Rebuild updates are available on the ATLDOT website (atldot.atlantaga.gov). Stay engaged with ATLDOT on our Twitter feed @ATLDOT, ATLDOT Facebook page, Instagram channel @ATL.DOT, and NextDoor platforms.

1.17.22 Small Biz Resources

Mon, 17 Jan 2022 19:54:20 GMT

SMALL BUSINESS RESOURCES

January 18: Free Intro to Google Analytics | Online Class

January 18: Business Bookkeeping Basics

January 20: 10 Key Steps to Grow Your Solo Business

Jan. 24th: The Center for Micro-Entrepreneurial Training

The Center for Micro-Entrepreneurial Training is conducting a FREE 5-day virtual training. This immersive training is for women and minority entrepreneurs who have limited knowledge about managing, building, or starting a new business. It is designed to give the fundamental foundation to meet the challenges and risks that an entrepreneur will face.

January 26: Small Business Access to Capital

January 28: PITCH PRACTICE

Jan. 31st: Deadline to Apply to Georgia State's Main Street Entrepreneurs Seed Fund

Georgia State University undergraduate students, graduate students, recent alumni, and Georgia State community entrepreneurs are welcomed to apply to the 3rd cohort of the Main Street Entrepreneurs Seed Fund! The Main Street program aims to support diverse entrepreneurs and foster inclusive entrepreneurship.

Feb. 11th: Cisco 2022 Global Problem Solver Challenge

The Cisco Global Problem Solver Challenge 2022 is a worldwide search for early-stage technology-enabled solutions and services that can enable economic development and/or benefit society and/or the environment.

Rolling: Waitlist Open for Zane Access™ Capital Readiness Cohort

Designed to meet the unique needs of underrepresented founders, the 10-week immersive course prepares underrepresented founding teams to successfully raise capital by providing them with networks and mentors to help them champion their story and use their own powerful, unique voice and brand.

Rolling: Panoramic Ventures' Startup Showdown Application

Startup Showdown offers early-stage startups the chance to pitch investors and increase their visibility among an expanded investor network. All semifinalists benefit from Mentor Day, where they will refine their pitch in front of experienced founders and other tech executives. Five finalists are selected to compete on stage in front of a panel of guest investor judges where we invest $120,000 in exchange for 7% of your company.

Rolling: Applications for theClubhou.se "Make Startups" Entrepreneurship Accelerator Program

This program offers classes beginning every couple of months in a variety of locations, meets once or twice a week, and is followed by six months of weekly mentoring which completes the full Make Startups Certificate of Entrepreneurship. The program is free if you qualify for funding through Atlanta's Workforce Development. Please add "Zane Access" in the section "where you heard about the program".

Rolling: QuickBooks Restaurant Relief Initiative in partnership with the Georgia Restaurant Association Foundation

Through the QuickBooks Restaurant Relief Initiative, restaurants with an annual net revenue of less than $250,000 can apply for a $5,000 grant to cover payroll and operating expenses to help employ and retain staff.

PAD Orientation + Q&A Recording

Wed, 01 Dec 2021 21:50:36 GMT

WATCH THE RECORDING OF THE ORIENTATION HERE

LISTEN TO THE AUDIO ONLY

FAQ'S ABOUT PAD

COMMUNITY RESOURCE GUIDE- PRINT IT OUT AND USE TO HELP UNSHELTERED INDVIDUALS.

12.1.21 Cheshire Bridge Demolition Complete

Wed, 01 Dec 2021 21:47:11 GMT

Cheshire Bridge Demolition is Complete!

Bridge Access Remains Restricted Until Rebuild Is Finished

The City of Atlanta Department of Transportation (ATLDOT) is pleased to announce demolition of the Cheshire Bridge over South Fork Peachtree Creek has been completed as scheduled.

The bridge has been closed to all modes of transportation since August 2021, when a fire severely compromised its safety and efficacy. Demolition work began nearly four (4) weeks ago and has steadily progressed without major obstacles. Crews will continue to remove demolition debris from the area through the end of the week.

Currently, the procurement process is underway, with the bridge rebuild estimated to begin in the first quarter of 2022.

Sincerely,

Communications Team

Atlanta Department of Transportation

ATL Zoning 2.0 Community Engagement Opps

Mon, 08 Nov 2021 18:30:31 GMT

Public input is essential to the success of ATL Zoning 2.0. We’ll be working closely with Atlanta’s residents, businesses, and property owners to explore, draft, test, and refine the new Zoning Ordinance and Official Zoning Map well before the official adoption process begins.

The process includes thirteen rounds of public meetings and workshops, not including the official adoption process. The Atlanta Zoning Ordinance Rewrite’s public process starts with Idea Labs. Idea Labs are opportunities for planning and zoning experts to share ideas that might be appropriate to incorporate into the new Zoning Ordinance. Ideas presented are all subject to refinement as the new Zoning Ordinance is discussed and vetted through the public process.

MORE INFORMATION

Idea Labs 2: Coding after COVID-19 / Sustainability

VIRTUAL ON ZOOM

Tuesday, November 9, 2021

6:00 pm-8:00 pm

REGISTER HERE This Idea Lab will explore how COVID-19 has changed cities and how they can be more environmentally, socially, and economically sustainable.

Idea Labs 3: Urban Ecology / Coding for Mobility and Access

Tuesday, November 16, 2021

6:00 pm-8:00 pm

REGISTER HERE This Idea Lab will examine how zoning can affect how we move around, access daily needs, and embrace Atlanta’s natural systems.

Idea Labs 4: Coding for Place / Unlocking Residual Space

Idea Labs 4: Coding for Place / Unlocking Residual Space

Tuesday, December 14, 2021

6:00 pm-8:00 pm

REGISTER HERE: This Idea Lab will examine how zoning can be tailored to Atlanta’s unique neighborhoods and make better use of space within them.

District 6 Candidate Discussion + Small Biz Forum Recordings

Mon, 08 Nov 2021 15:51:09 GMT

Review the District 6 Candidate Discussion

Review the Small Biz Candidate Forums

Cheshire Bridge Demolition Begins Week of November 8th

Mon, 08 Nov 2021 15:34:29 GMT

Cheshire Bridge Demolition to Begin Week of November 8th
All Bridge Access Restricted Through End of Construction

ATLANTA—The City of Atlanta Department of Transportation (ATLDOT) announced utility relocation work is complete on the fire-damaged Cheshire Bridge over South Fork Peachtree Creek, clearing the way for demolition work to begin the week of November 8th.

The bridge was closed to traffic after a fire severely compromised its safety and efficacy in August of this year. A demolition contractor was selected in late September and vendors have been working to move power, water, gas, cable and phone lines off the bridge and around the construction zone.

Final preparations are scheduled to be completed by Sunday, November 7th. Investigative demolition work—as well as bridge sidewalk and overhang removal—will then take place, with major demolition scheduled to begin later that same week.

“We are grateful for the patience and continued support of the local community in the face of the tremendous inconvenience caused by the Cheshire Bridge closure,” said ATLDOT Commissioner Josh Rowan. “Issues encountered during the utility relocation process have delayed the start of demolition, but work should progress well from this point.”

The designated contractor will work seven days a week on a 24-hour-a-day schedule to complete the demolition. This aggressive schedule will ensure the safety of the public, while preparing the bridge for construction in 2022.

“We are currently preparing a bid package for design and construction and expect to have a contractor on board soon after demolition is complete,” Rowan said. “We remain committed to getting the bridge demolished and replaced as safely and quickly as possible.”

About ATLDOT: The Atlanta Department of Transportation serves as both the coordinating agency for all transportation matters within the city government and as the point of contact for residents and external agencies. ATLDOT’s goal is to provide a safer, more equitable and more sustainable transportation network throughout the city.

11.8.21 GDOT Armour Drive Gains Lane Westbound Monroe

Mon, 08 Nov 2021 15:33:53 GMT

Southbound Armour Traffic Gains Lane to Westbound Monroe Dr. Next Week as Roundabout Work Continues

ATLANTA – Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) contractors will switch the existing traffic patterns at the intersection of Monroe Drive and Armour Drive next week as construction of the Monroe-Armour Roundabout continues at the intersection in the City of Atlanta, Fulton County. When the project is complete, the single lane roundabout will enhance driver and pedestrian safety and improve mobility through this busy intersection.

Weather and on-site conditions permitting, construction will move to Stage 2, with these traffic shifts in place between Monday, November 8 and Friday, November 12:

Two lanes of traffic will be able to travel southbound on Armour Drive from under the SR 13/Buford Connector bridge to the Monroe Drive intersection for access to westbound (right turn) access onto Monroe. This additional space was created by widening Armour Drive in Stage 1. This week, crews are scheduled to restripe Armour for the two travel lanes.
Monroe Drive traffic lanes will be shifted north so that crews can begin widening the southern lane. Once the traffic shift is achieved, flaggers will be on-site to help direct drivers through the area.

Stage 2 construction plans are estimated to take place from now until early winter 2022, including widening the Monroe section of the project, implementing the new lane shift with the temporary traffic signal adjusted to maximize travel through the area and beginning to install lighting at the intersection.

These closures are needed to provide safety for drivers and workers. Drivers should expect traffic delays related to this construction next week and are advised to alter their travel routes and/or allow additional time for travel to/from destinations near the project area.
To minimize delays in the area, several measures have already been implemented, including:

Timing of traffic signals at the intersections of Armor Drive at Monroe Drive and at the SR 13/ Buford Spring Connector ramp have been adjusted to maximize traffic flow.
Traffic control measures including temporary barriers, flaggers, on-site message boards and signage alert approaching drivers to choose alternate travel routes and/or allow additional travel time through the area.
“Don’t Block the Box” signage has been installed at Armour Drive at SR 13/ Buford Spring Connector to prevent vehicles from blocking the intersection.
Work hours are limited to daytime (9:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.) during the week and overnights (8:00 p.m. until 5:00 a.m.) Friday through Monday morning to avoid traffic impacts during peak travel times.

Once complete, features of the new Monroe-Armour Roundabout will reduce delays and improve travel through the intersection, including:

On Armour Drive southbound, a new right turn lane and left turn lane;
On Monroe Drive westbound, a shared right turn and through lane;
On Monroe Drive eastbound, a shared left turn and through lane; and
The existing right-turn only lane on the SR 13 exit ramp to the intersection will be converted to a shared left and right turn lane.
In addition, sidewalks, curb and gutter and a bus stop will be constructed.

The $1.6 million project is scheduled for completion in April 2022, weather and on-site conditions permitting.

Message boards and signage will advise drivers to slow their speed through the area. Motorists are advised to expect some traffic delays, exercise caution, and reduce their speed while traveling through work zones. Before heading out, get real-time information on work status and traffic conditions. Call 511, visit 511ga.org, or download the Georgia 511 app.

GDOT Armour Monroe Drive Roundabout

Thu, 16 Sep 2021 02:34:05 GMT

Read the presentation with all the project details

Contact Info:

Akara Tan, GDOT Project Manager

Work Cell: (404) 809-0098

Email: atan@dot.ga.gov

Akara Tan, Construction Project Manager

Project Email: Armour-MonroeRoundabout@dot.ga.gov

(this email connects to GDOT project staff including the project manager)

Atlanta Small Business Candidate Forums

Thu, 16 Sep 2021 01:21:14 GMT

ATLANTA SMALL BUSINESS CANDIDATE FORUM SERIES: 9.24-9.26

Please join the Old Fourth Ward Business Association and idealDESIGN in amplifying small business voices during this City of Atlanta election on November 2nd!

FILL OUT THE SMALL BUSINESS FORM NOW!!

YOUR INPUT WILL BE USED AT THE FORUMS STARTING SEPTEMBER 23RD!

At-Large Seats - Atlanta Small Business Candidate Forum
Fri, Sep 24, 6:30 PM
Our Bar ATL • Atlanta, GA

IN-PERSON: Recording will be provided following the event

City Council President - Atlanta Small Business Candidate Forum
Sat, Sep 25, 10:30AM

VIRTUAL: Recording will be provided following the event

Atlanta Small Business Mayoral Forum
Sun, Sep 26, 1:00 PM
The Roof at Ponce City Market • Atlanta, GA

In-Person + Live Stream

REGISTER NOW

8.30.21 | Cheshire Bridge Update

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 19:33:23 GMT

The Atlanta Department of Transportation has completed the response and recovery efforts associated with the fire on August 4, 2021, which severely compromised the efficacy of Cheshire Bridge over South Fork Peachtree Creek. Below is a summary of rebuild activities for August 23-27, 2021 that have been completed, are in progress, and planned for implementation.

Overview of activities COMPLETED:

AUGUST 23 – Evaluated bids received for bridge demolition; Office of Procurement has confirmed C.W. Matthews Contracting Co., Inc., as best responsive bidder. Contract negotiations have been initiated.
AUGUST 23-27 – Finalized relocation sequencing for maximum safety, expediency, and efficiency.
AUGUST 27 – Completed final draft of emergency design/build RFP for GDOT review.

Overview of activities IN PROGRESS:

Completing final contract revisions in preparation for signatures and execution by August 30 or August 31.
Implementing utility relocation sequencing, with about 70-80% of pre-demolition relocation complete. Site meeting to discuss progress and challenges scheduled for Thursday, September 2.
Confirming construction access points and placement of cranes and other large equipment.
Securing title reports for all adjacent properties for rebuild project files.
Evaluating and counterprogramming against risks to timely demo, design and rebuild.

Overview of activities PLANNED:

Arrange for GDOT bridge team review of draft Emergency Design/Build RFP.
Execute contract and issue NTP (Notice to Proceed) to selected contractor (C.W. Matthews).
Confirm preliminary schedule for demo.
Finalize and issue Emergency Design/Build RFP.

Piedmont Road Enhancement Project by Atlanta Gas Light

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 14:42:05 GMT

The Piedmont Enhancement Project is Atlanta Gas Light's latest commitment to strengthen the safety, reliability, and resiliency of its infrastructure.

Join Atlanta Gas Light for a virtual community event to learn about the impact of the project in the Buckhead community and how the project is assisting the company with meeting its energy commitments in Atlanta.

ATL311 Task Force WIN | Armour Drive NE - Potholes and more!

Tue, 11 May 2021 20:47:39 GMT

Beginning in January 2021, after many unresolved ATL311 reports in 2020, the Piedmont Heights Alliance and Piedmont Heights Civic Association created an ATL311 Task Force to address, escalate and get solutions to ongoing infrastructure issues in our neighborhood.

The Piedmont Heights Alliance's ATL311 Task Force has been working very closely with City of Atlanta's ombudsman and Salethea J. Graham and Commissioner City of Atlanta, Department of Customer Service| ATL311 regarding the ongoing issues on Armour Drive NE under the the MARTA overpass.

February 3, 2021 Status of Armour Drive NE

There are numerous potholes on Armour Drive near 342 Armour Dr NE, Atlanta, GA 30324, under the MARTA/Atlanta BeltLine bridge (on the curve) that are unfixable. There have been several ATL311 reports by Piedmont Heights Alliance as well as Emily Baker with Preferred Office Properties- who manage 6 buildings in the Armour Yards area.

The pothole will be patched, inadequately, and then open again a day or two later.

We need a permanent fix to these problems. This was also the site of much flooding due to a traffic cone stuck in the drain. We did fix this problem in August 2019 with help from the Atlanta Beltline and Jennifer Ide after months of consistent work.

This area also has a huge drain that is broken, graffiti and constant sand dumping by the concrete plants that impacts businesses in the district.

RESPONSE FROM Mikita K. Browning, Commissioner City of Atlanta Department of Watershed Management on February March 17, 2021

Team review of sand and potholes as a base line
Backhoe was ordered to remove excess sand as well street sweeper
Graffiti covered
Drain basin fixed.

COVID RELIEF: Restaurant Revitilization Fund

Thu, 29 Apr 2021 22:11:56 GMT

Information about the Application Portal.

Registration for the Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF) will begin Friday, April 30 at 9 a.m. EDT and SBA will begin accepting applications via the application portal on Monday, May 3 at 12 p.m. EDT. The application portal will remain open to any eligible establishment until all funds are exhausted.

How to prepare.

In preparation, qualifying applicants should familiarize themselves with the application process in advance to ensure a smooth and efficient application. Follow the steps below.

Register for an account in advance at restaurants.sba.gov starting Friday, April 30 at 9 a.m. EDT. If you are working with Square or Toast, you do not need to register beforehand on the application portal.
Review the sample application, program guide and cross-program eligibility chart on SBA COVID-19 relief options.

FULL INFO ON RRF

Restaurant Revitalization Fund WEBINAR: What Small Businesses Need to Know Plus Updates and Answers to your PPP, EIDL, and ERTC questions

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UPDATE REGARDING APPLICATION PROCESS

Thank you for your interest in the Restaurant Revitalization Fund program. Regardless of where you are in the application process, please review the following reminders and helpful hints about moving forward:

What to expect next:

As outlined by Congress, the SBA will focus their reviews on the priority applications that have been submitted. Applicants who have submitted a non-priority application will find their applications remain in a Review status while the priority applications are processed during the first 21 days. Applicants in this status should not anticipate any outreach from the SBA during this period.
Following a successful application submission, all applications will first enter a stage called “IRS verification”. This process may take up to seven days and allows the SBA to validate your application submission.
If you have questions about the award calculation, see the program guide, pages 7–9.
The 4506T form is signed with your application during the e-sign process. You do not need to submit an additional 4506T.
If you are entering a state in the address section(s) use the abbreviation in capital letters (e.g., PA, TX, ME, WA, etc.).
For application support, you may submit a message using the platform inbox. For quick answers, this may be your best route.

As a reminder, per federal award program guidelines that require the same and equal information be provided to each applicant, SBA’s team members are limited on responses they can provide to applicants, including specific questions regarding RRF eligibility, potential award amount, and other detailed information.

Thank you,
SBA Restaurant Revitalization Fund Program

3.7.21 Weekly Update

Tue, 09 Mar 2021 17:14:00 GMT

Can you feel Spring in the air? The Northeast Trail portion of the Atlanta BeltLine behind Ansley Mall will soon be open!!!

THIS WEEK'S HIGHLIGHTS:

PPP DEADLINE TODAY: Today is the last day for small businesses with less than 20 employees to apply.
LAST DAY TO NOMINATE/VOTE: For your favorite historic restaurant like Nakato Japanese Restaurant, Smith's Olde Bar and The Colonnade for a chance to win a $40K grant.
ATLANTA BELTLINE SPECIAL SERVICE DISTRICT (SSD) CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS: Today & Tomorrow- Listen to the council committee meetings and give your public comment.
WE WANT TO CONNECT WITH YOU: Join our Zoom General Meetings on the 4th Wednesday of the Month from 9:30am-10:30am.

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3.1.21 Weekly Update

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 22:38:51 GMT

THIS WEEK'S HIGHLIGHTS:

APPLY NOW: COMCAST RISE INVESTMENT FUND
ATLANTA BELTLINE: Special Service District (SSD) Final Community Meetings Tonight and Tomorrow
RESTAURANT OWNERS APPLY TODAY: DOOR DASH & MAIN STREET ACCELERATOR
PAYCHECK PROTECTION PLAN OPEN UNTIL MARCH 10, 2021
VIRTUAL COFFEE WITH A COP: March 15, 2021 @ 9:00am

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2.21.21 Weekly Update

Tue, 23 Feb 2021 23:45:37 GMT

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ATLANTA BELTLINE Special Service District Update + Action

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 15:49:18 GMT

The PiHi Business Alliance supports all businesses within our boundaries.

More than half of our businesses are within the Atlanta BeltLine planning area and will be affected by the proposed Special Service District that will fund the completion of the loop.

This SSD DIRECTLY AFFECTS PIEDMONT HEIGHTS!! Without this SSD being approved, our Northeast Trail section connecting to Lindbergh Station could be delayed even longer than estimated with the funds.

How can you help?

The SSD legislation will come before Atlanta City Council for a final vote in mid-March. We need your assistance to encourage them to approve the SSD and tell them the reasons why you feel the passage of this legislation is important for our city.

Email your City Councilmember or call into the City Council Hotline

Here is a sample email for you to edit with your own words. Please CC all council members on your letter. The more SSD positive messages they see the better!

Council President and Councilmember emails:
arfarokhi@atlantaga.gov; adickens@atlantaga.gov; aboone@atlantaga.gov;

antoniobrown@atlantaga.gov; NArchibong@AtlantaGa.Gov; mbond@AtlantaGa.Gov;

csmith@atlantaga.gov; drhillis@atlantaga.gov; fmoore@atlantaga.gov;

hshook@atlantaga.gov; jnide@AtlantaGa.Gov; jpmatzigkeit@atlantaga.gov;

jmsheperd@atlantaga.gov; mcoverstreet@atlantaga.gov;

mswestmoreland@atlantaga.gov; cwinslow@AtlantaGa.Gov

Make a Call Today: Monday February 15th!

Call in to the City Council hotline and voice their support at the next City Council work session. The next call-in period is next Monday the 15th before the full council session on Tuesday. The phone line will be open Monday the 15th between 4pm-7pm. The number is 404-330-6021.

You will have three minutes to leave a recorded message about why you support the SSD. I recommend using the sample email to prepare what you'll say in your message.

Attend Study Group Meetings

Atlanta BeltLine, Inc. will be hosting a series of SSD-focused virtual study group meetings during February and March. The meetings will focus on different geographic sections of the trail corridor to ensure all communities get their specific questions answered.

Click here and sign up for an SSD meeting!

The SSD proposal includes dedicating $7 million in additional support for small businesses BeltLine Planning Area-Wide.

Additional small business support could include:

Revolving loan fund dollars
Land acquisition dollars
Business incubation creation and technical assistance support
Subsidy dollars for commercial affordability
Atlanta BeltLine Business Façade pARTnership Grant Program continuation and expansion
Facilitation of technical assistance

2.07.21 Weekly Update

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2.24.21 Virtual General Meeting

Tue, 02 Feb 2021 00:55:57 GMT

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1.27.21 MEETING MINUTES Virtual General Meeting

Tue, 02 Feb 2021 00:51:28 GMT

Catch up on the 1.27.21 Meeting Minutes from the Virtual General Meeting.

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1.27.21 Virtual Meeting Agenda

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 13:41:35 GMT

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1.24.21 Weekly Update

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Beautify PiHi | Piedmont Circle NE 11.14.20

Tue, 17 Nov 2020 23:57:48 GMT

SATURDAY NOVEMBER 14, 2020 FROM 10AM TO NOON

What a huge difference we all made on Piedmont Circle! Thank you for volunteering. 25 bags of trash, 40 leaf bags and a pile of brush the size of an Amazon van. All it took was 20 volunteers who cared, a landscaping team and two hours!

Piedmont Heights Business Alliance is happy to organize these efforts for the benefit of businesses, residents and customers alike!

Thank you to Deeg Consulting for the snacks and waters.
Thank you to Piedmont Heights Civic Association for putting the word out and connecting residents to the business alliance.
Thank you to Bob Glascock- Coldwell Banker Realty for sponsoring the signs and landscape crew.
Thank you to Ready Trading Company and Nakato Japanese Restaurant for bringing volunteers from your businesses.
Thank you to Preferred Office for helping with clean up supplies.
Thank you to idealDESIGN for coordinating the effort on behalf of PiHi Alliance.

We'll get back together for another Beautify PiHi in January or February 2021.

If you have a location within the business districts of the neighborhood that need to be beautified- let us know.

SEE ALL THE INFORMATION ABOUT THIS AMAZING CLEAN UP

Shop Small All Holiday Season | Promotional Benefit for Members

Sun, 08 Nov 2020 16:41:46 GMT

Reach More Local Customers this Holiday Season!

November 25-December 25

Unique collaboration between Creative Loafing, Piedmont Heights Business Alliance, Atlanta Main Street and idealDESIGN to support the national Shop Small campaign by AMEX!

CONTACT: Jennifer Ohme jennifer@idealdesignatl.com

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SPECIAL OFFER FOR MEMBERS!

LIST YOUR PRODUCTS ON CREATIVE LOAFING + GET A 30 SECOND VIDEO + COLLECTIVE SOCIAL MEDIA!

LIST YOUR PRODUCTS ON THE CL MARKET PLACE- HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE- ALL SALES ARE DIRECTED TO YOUR WEBSITE

See example of Marketplace here

2 Products: $50

5 Products: $100 + 1 banner ad on CL E-Blasts

8 Products: $150 + 2 banner ads on CL E-Blasts

idealDESIGN Will Curate For Each Business:

30 second promotional video example
Campaign Social media messaging + one PiHiA post per business per platform
PiHi Alliance + CL social media campaigns

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Join at PiHiAlliance.com with COVID Relief NOW

YOU CHOOSE THE EVENT OR PROMOTION

Create your SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY and SHOP SMALL ALL SEASON marketing and we'll amplify it!

Here is a list of Small Business Saturday ideas

Use the Shop Small Studio to create custom marketing materials

COLLECTIVE MARKETING POWER

Creative Loafing IG, FB and Twitter posts & boosts with over 80K followers
CreativeLoafing.com, 5 Things to Do E-Blasts to 22,000 (for 5 or more products) + 25,000 print
PiHiA IG, FB, pihialliance.com + Piedmont Heights Civic Association IG , FB and emails.

See IG post example

Small Business Saturday Neighborhood Champion with AMEX
Small Business Saturday (Nov 28) Map
Atlanta Main Street with City of Atlanta

Amplifying the same hashtags across all platforms: #shopsmall #shopsmallATL #shopsmallPiedmontHeights #AMEXSBSChampion #SmallBizSat #pihi #piedmontheights #creativeloafing

THIS IS A PIHI ALLIANCE MEMBER BENEFIT

8.24.20 | COVID-19 Liability Statements and Signs

Mon, 24 Aug 2020 22:07:33 GMT

PROTECT YOUR BUSINESS WITH LIABILITY STATEMENTS + SIGNS

Effective 8.7.20, under Georgia's new COVID liability shield law, businesses are required to post a very specific sign in order to gain the law's protection from COVID-related lawsuits.

RECEIPT MESSAGE AND SIGNS HAVE TO BE A SPECIFIC SIZE AND FOLLOW STRICT GUIDELINES TO BE VALID!

RECEIPT: Includes a statement in at least ten-point Arial font placed apart from any other text, stating the following warning:
- Any person entering the premises waives all civil liability against this premises owner and operator for any injuries caused by the inherent risk associated with contracting COVID-19 at public gatherings, except for gross negligence, willful and wanton misconduct, reckless infliction of harm, or intentional infliction of harm, by the individual or entity of the premises.
SIGNAGE: An individual or entity of the premises has posted at a point of entry, if present, to the premises, a sign in at least one-inch Arial font placed apart from any other text, a written warning stating the following:
'Warning 127 Under Georgia law, there is no liability for an injury or death of an individual entering these premises if such injury or death results from the inherent risks of contracting COVID-19. You are assuming this risk by entering these premises.'

Here's an article about the law: https://www.natlawreview.com/article/georgia-passes-covid-19-liability-protections

Beautify PiHi Armour Drive on 8.24.20

Mon, 24 Aug 2020 18:09:23 GMT

Our second Beautify PiHi event on Friday, August 7th was an incredible success with 30 volunteers and the Brightview Landscaping crew! We tackled a lot of trash, kudzu and overgrown weeds and brush along Armour Drive NE starting at the MARTA overpass to the intersection of Armour and Ottley Drives.

Preferred Office was the main lead sponsor by coordinating with PiHi Alliance and providing their landscape company, Brightview Landscaping to weed wack and remove over 30 bags of trash and 15 piles of green debris. They also provided trash bags, trash pickers and gloves.

The clean up was sponsored by the Woof's Atlanta crew. Fifteen of their staff with friends and family showed up ready to get dirty all for a good cause! They worked hard and made a huge difference!

Many thanks to Nakato Japanese Restaurant, Bob Glasscock of Coldwell Banker Realty, Sewingmachine.com and idealDESIGN,inc for showing up to pitch in.

Our neighborhood association, Piedmont Heights Civic Association board members also joined in the effort.

Our next clean up is October. We are looking for an area to clean up and a business or businesses to sponsor the event by providing one or more of the following:

Volunteers
Lunch for volunteers
Pay for and provide landscaping company support
Trash bags, gloves, trash pickers etc..

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8.10.20 | Money Monday | COVID SMALL BUSINESS GRANTS OPEN TODAY + MORE $$$ WEBINARS

Tue, 11 Aug 2020 00:47:30 GMT

We're calling today MONEY MONDAY!

Read on for multiple opportunities for funding your small business! Register now and add them to your calendar, then you'll be ready when it gets closer!

PiHi Alliance is adapting and learning right along with you! We strive to share resources in a timely manner and want to know how you are doing!

Email us at discover@pihialliance.com anytime!

8.10.20 | COVID SMALL BUSINESS GRANTS NOW OPEN

Applications are now being accepted for the Resurgence Grant Fund, a new program to help Atlanta’s small businesses recover from the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, and two other grant programs for individuals working in the creative and cosmetology industries.

The Resurgence fund offers qualified city of Atlanta businesses the opportunity to apply for up to $40,000 to help them cover pandemic-related costs such as complying with requirements necessary for businesses to operate safely, plus a credit of up to $10,000 of no-cost technical assistance services.

In addition to the Resurgence Grant Fund, Invest Atlanta is planning to reopen the Strength in Beauty Fund, which provides grants of up to $1,000 to cosmetology professionals like hairstylists and nail technicians.

The Resurgence Grant Fund is made possible by a $22 million allocation of federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act).

Applications close for all three programs on Aug. 31, 2020. Please visit www.investatlanta.com, email resurgence@investatlanta.com or call 404-880-7255 for more information on program eligibility and requirements, educational events, and the online application process.

DEADLINE TO SUBMIT IS MONDAY AUGUST 31, 2020!

8.12.20 NFIB WEBINAR | Preparing for PPP Loan Forgiveness and PPP Q&A
For businesses that received a loan through the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), the rules are ever changing with new SBA guidance just published on August 4. This week’s webinar will cover the latest SBA updates and provide Q&A.
Presenters will cover the recent developments, including:

How do I decide whether to use the EZ or long forgiveness application?
How do I complete the Schedule A Worksheet?
How do FTE reductions and wage adjustments impact loan forgiveness?
How will banks process loan forgiveness applications?
This hour-long program will review the rules, contemplate the uncertainties, and include plenty of Q&A.

You can submit your questions in advance here.
Can’t make this webinar? Don’t worry! Register now and we’ll email you an on-demand version!

REGISTER HERE

8.19.20 WEBINAR |Creating Content That Converts

Join General Assembly for this FREE WEBINAR!

It’s easy to think that a great product or service will sell itself, but it’s rarely the case. Hear from marketing experts on how they create and market content that converts to sales. You’ll learn how to utilize different types of content to tell a story, increase engagement around your content, and then repurpose your content for different channels to maximize visibility.

Takeaways

Understand what content marketing is.
Create a content marketing strategy.
Learn how to repurpose content for different channels.
Know the best tips to increase engagement.

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8.26.20 WEBINAR | Small Business Access to Capital Webinar

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8.27.20 WEBINAR | Financing Alternatives for Your Small Business

This webinar discusses traditional and no-traditional options on how to finance a start-up or growing business. Discussion includes different financing options, such as bank loans, SBA guaranteed loans, non-bank lenders, private investors and the myths and realities of grant funding, and how to pick the right financing options.

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7.29.20 | TODAY & TOMORROW | Important Small Business Funding Info Sessions + Open Grants + Save Our Stages

Wed, 29 Jul 2020 14:22:32 GMT

Can you believe it's almost the end of July and our 5th month of COVID life?

Last week we took off to rest and now we have a packed list of important info sessions for small businesses!

Stay healthy, be kind and keep connecting! We're here for you!

7.29.20 @ 11am | Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger Hosts Small Business Recovery Tele-town Hall

Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger is pleased to announce his office’s fourth financial recovery tele-town hall titled, Rebuilding & Recovering Financially: A Path to Financial Recovery. The tele-town hall, hosted through the She Leads financial literacy program, will provide insight and advice for Georgia small business owners and entrepreneurs who are struggling during the current economic turmoil. The event will take place on July 29, 2020, at 11:00 AM.

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7.29.20 @ Noon | NFIB Webinar
SCORE, updates on the EIDL and PPP, Paid Leave Reimbursement, and Q&A

Join special guest, SCORE’s Executive Director Bridget Weston, along with Beth and Holly to learn about FREE business resources available through SCORE, and also reimbursement for paid sick and family leave, loans, and what’s next for small business financial assistance.

The webinar will cover:

SCORE www.score.org
EIDL and PPP updates
Paid sick and family leave dollar-for-dollar reimbursement instructions

As always, we’ll save time to answer your individual questions. We welcome your questions in advance, just email info@nfib.org.

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7.30.20 @ 6:30PM | New City of Atlanta COVID-19 Small Business Grants, including the Resurgence, creATL, and Strength in Beauty grant funds.

RSVP TO JOIN THURSDAY JULY 30TH @ 6:30PM WITH DISTRICT 5 COUNCIL MEMBER NATALYN ARCHIBONG

The Resurgence Grant Fund, made possible by a $22 million allocation of federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act), offers up to $40,000 to help cover pandemic-related costs, such as complying with requirements necessary for businesses to operate safely, plus access to up to $10,000 of no-cost technical assistance services.

Two other existing funds, the creATL Relief Fund and Strength in Beauty Fund, have also both been recapitalized with a portion of the CARES Act allocation. Both funds will continue to support the creative and cosmetology sectors by offering $1,000 grants to alleviate hardships due to the loss of business as a result of the pandemic.

Applications for the Resurgence, creATL, and Strength in Beauty Grant Funds open Monday, August 10.

BRICK AND MORTAR SMALL BUSINESS GRANT PROGRAM APPLICATIONS OPEN NOW

APPLY NOW

Announcing the launch of the HartBeat of Main Street Grant Program. Grants of $5,000 to $15,000 will be awarded to support brick-and-mortar small businesses in commercial districts as they enter the next phases of reopening across the country.

Applications are now open.
They will continue to be accepted until 11:59pm PT Sunday, August 23 or until 500 applications have been submitted, whichever is sooner.
Subsequent grant rounds to accept additional applications later this summer.

SHOP SMALL ENROLLMENT PERIOD EXTENDED TO 8/23/20

Extended the offer enrollment period to 8/23/20 – so even more eligible Amex® Card Members have the chance to get rewarded when they Shop Small.

American Express Card Members can get $5 back in the form of a statement credit after they spend $10 or more at eligible small businesses – in stores and online – up to 10x* after they enroll on ShopSmall.com by 8/23/20.

ADD YOUR VOICE TO SAVE LIVE ENTERTAINMENT VENUES LIKE SMITH'S OLDE BAR!

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Earlier this week, Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and John Cornyn (R-TX) introduced a bipartisan bill to save live entertainment venues. This bill, called the Save Our Stages Act, needs your support in order to pass.

If you haven't already done so, please contact your elected representatives through SaveOurStages.com & ask them to support this bill.

6.24.20 Beautify PiHi | Monroe & Piedmont Median Clean Up

Mon, 29 Jun 2020 17:56:15 GMT

The first Piedmont Heights Alliance get into action effort! Beautify PiHi!

Thank you to James Hurley Designs for spearheading this initiative and showing how much you care for the neighborhood. James was inspired when friends mentioned that entering the neighborhood off of I-85, they would have never known it was a thriving part of town because of the overgrown weeds and trash.

James brought the idea for media clean up to the Piedmont Heights Alliance board of directors in early May. "What a great way to show some progress when life seems to be on pause due to COVID" said PiHi Alliance president Bob Glascock of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage

PiHi Alliance focused on the exit and entrances on Monroe Drive as well as Monroe and Piedmont Road intersections. Over the course of the entire day, over 16 people volunteered their time to pick up trash, pull weeds, expose sidewalks, paint curbs and meet business neighbors in the area. James Hurley Designs sponsored a landscape crew to clean up curbs, mow grass and haul away debris.

Thank you to Nakato Japanese Restaurant for bringing out a crew first thing in the morning and cleaning up Piedmont and Monroe intersection medias.

Thank you to Piedmont Heights Civic Association, Preferred Office, idealDESIGN,inc and Bob Glascock | Coldwell Banker Residential for cleaning up over 10 bags of trash from the Monroe and I-85 exit/entrance medians.

Thank you to Roxx Tavern, 1824 Cheshire Bridge, for providing lunch to the hardworking crew. The owner, Dean, stopped by during clean up and extended the offer of lunch to show his appreciation!

It takes initiative, caring and time to make a difference. For more photos of the clean up, visit Beautify PiHi.

James Hurley Designs, a PiHi Alliance member, is located at 1959 Piedmont Road NE, Suite B next to fellow member, G Salon & Spa.

5.12.20: Webinars & Recordings + Grants & Funding + Atlanta Beltline Meeting 5/14 + Other Resources

Tue, 12 May 2020 22:53:54 GMT

It's the middle of May and our lives have changed significantly over the last 8 weeks during COVID-19. You can track the changes to business on our blog .

Changes are daily and business operations are top of mind!

Some businesses are open within the new guidelines, operating with to go/delivery and limited social distance appointments. Here is our ongoing list. PiHi supports businesses who open safely and respectfully.

Do you have an addition or change to your business operations? Email us at discover@pihialliance.com and we'll add you to the list.

Governor Kemp will hold a press release TODAY AT 4PM to give a COVID-19 update and talk about keeping bars and venues closed beyond May 13th.

Let's keep supporting our local businesses, being kind and respecting the CDC guidelines. We're not over COVID-19 yet, but together we can keep flattening the curve!

WEBINARS: THIS WEEK & RECORDINGS

NFIB Small Business and COVID-19: Your Questions Answered Live!

Wed., May 13th, 2020, 12:00 PM ET

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Recording: Webinar about Safety Procedures for Opening Up, PPP and Unemployment

LISTEN NOW

Recording: The Post COVID-19 Workplace

Kara Govro, Senior Legal Editor with Mammoth HR, addresses the compliance aspects of layoffs, furloughs, and recalls to help employers navigate these difficult decisions.

LISTEN HERE

Recording: QuickBooks Town Hall Series

U.S. Senators Marco Rubio and Ben Cardin joined Intuit business leaders to discuss some of the most pressing questions about small business relief and support in the midst of COVID-19.

LISTEN HERE

GRANTS & FUNDING

Attention all Gig Workers!

New City of Atlanta Relief Program. Applications open soon.

Check out the INFO HERE.

Resources available to creatives: The recent CARES (Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security) ACT expands unemployment insurance benefits to cover self-employed freelancers and gig workers.
- Visit https://dol.georgia.gov/gdol-covid-19-information for more information on how to apply.

Invest Atlanta’s COVID-19 Resources page: https://www.investatlanta.com/covid-19-resources.

FedEx Grants

If you’re a small business impacted by COVID-19 in the U.S., consider applying for a #SupportSmall Grant starting May 25. Selected recipients will get a cash grant of $5,000 plus a $500 FedEx Office credit.

More Info: Applications Open May 25th

APPLICATION INFO

OTHER RESOURCES

Prepare for Paycheck Protection Program Loan forgiveness

Learn more about applying for PPP loan forgiveness 8 weeks after receiving funds from your lender.

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All businesses can now have a page on NextDoor.

Add your restaurant to the delivery list.

Your page will not show up until you get recommendations.

VIEW LINK HERE

List of Georgia COVID-19 Suppliers from the Georgia Dept. of Economic Development

VIEW THE LIST HERE

ATLANTA BELTLINE COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT MEETING: THIS THURSDAY MAY 14, 2020 @ 6:30PM

Northeast Trail design and construction updates. This meeting will be held virtually over the Zoom platform. Attendees can participate online or by calling in. Meeting details are listed below.

PRE-REGISTER

SUBMIT QUESTIONS BY MAY 13, 2020 AT NOON TO: ENGAGE@ATLBELTLINE.ORG

Please submit questions no later than Wednesday, May 13th at noon to engage@atlbeltline.org. We will take as many questions as we can on Zoom and Facebook Live but this is the best way to ensure we are able to cover your question.

4.28.20 COVID UPDATE: PPP Applications Open + Webinar Tomorrow + Reopening Guidelines = MORE RESOURCES

Tue, 28 Apr 2020 22:42:20 GMT

Can you believe it's been SIX WEEKS since COVID-19 became a daily topic?

How are you feeling now that some restrictions are being eased?

We're feeling mixed emotions! We know everyone is trying to figure out what is best for ourselves, customers and our businesses.
We continue to support safe practices for businesses and individuals alike per the CDC guidelines.
- Check out the updated PiHi Alliance Business Operations Right Now
There is a lot changing every day. PiHi is working hard to collect, distill and distribute relevant information in a timely manner.
- If you remember an email but can't find it, you can always reference it here: http://pihialliance.com/blog
Thank you to our 22 members !
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YOU WANT TO KNOW MORE ABOUT PPP AND EIDL

Wed. April 29th @ Noon NFIB Coronavirus Weekly Briefing for Small Business

The upcoming webinar on Wednesday April 29th, will focus on new developments with the PPP and EID loan programs and participant Q&A.

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PPP APPLICATION NOW OPEN: Reinvestment Fund

MORE INFORMATION AND APPLICATION

HAVE QUESTIONS??? HERE ARE SOME GREAT RESOURCES TO HELP!

Can I get a Paycheck Protection Program loan if I've laid off employees?

Employee Retention Credits versus the Paycheck Protection Program

How the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act affects your payroll

Info on SBA Loans and Unemployment

Workforce Atlanta Guide for Employers and Job Seekers

REOPENING GUIDELINES

Read Gov. Kemp’s Reviving a Healthy Georgia Executive Order

Salons and Spas as of 4/24/20

Restaurants as of 4/27/20

FIND THIS EMAIL HELPFUL?

PLEASE HELP PIHI OUT AND FILL OUT THIS SURVEY BY FRIDAY!

We want to know how your business has been impacted over the last 6 weeks and business continuity steps you have taken.

We will share this information with the City of Atlanta to gather data to better inform the needs of the business community during these uncertain times.

DEADLINE TO SUBMIT IS FRIDAY MAY 1, 2020

FILL OUT THE SURVEY NOW

4.23.20 COVID-19 Update: Re-open Guidelines + New Grant Opportunity + Updated Legislation + Survey Due

Thu, 23 Apr 2020 21:19:23 GMT

Thank you for supporting PiHi Alliance businesses during this time, please continue!

Many businesses that are allowed to re-open per Gov. Kemp's orders will remain closed until they feel safe for their customers and employees.
Some businesses will choose to re-open. It is up to each business to choose what is best for them at this time.
See the guidelines for salons, spas that choose to re-open tomorrow.

We continue to support safe practices for businesses and individuals alike per the CDC guidelines.

New Grant Opportunity

Thanks to a $1 million grant from Sam’s Club, LISC will provide emergency assistance that small businesses desperately need during the Covid-19 crisis. And it doesn’t stop there: Sam’s Club is mobilizing its members to support this effort as well.

Learn More

MOST UP TO DATE INFO ON COVID-19 LEGISLATION + PPP Lender Contact

Senate Passes Roughly $484 Billion in New Coronavirus Aid

The Senate on Tuesday approved roughly $484 billion in new coronavirus aid for small businesses and hospitals and more funding for testing, ending a lengthy battle over the size and contents of the package.

SBA Payment Protection Program: Information from Congressman John Lewis

Get your application in now!
The funds will move fast and many lenders have applications lined up already.
CDFIs, Credit Unions, and smaller banks are expected to be able to offer these loans this round with the new funding.

Unity Bank of Texas urges small businesses to apply with them immediately if they have not applied already. You do not have to be a current client.

https://www.unitybanktexas.com/Business-Loans.aspx

George Andrews 404.588.9611

Michael Green 404.609.3463

View the NFIB Update

Great Webinar that answers a lot of questions!

Click here to view.

On the Federal Tax Deferrals

The federal government is now allowing deferrals for 100% of the social security payroll tax paid by employers and deferral for 50% of social security costs paid by self-employed individuals. This is applicable to any tax deposits due between 3/27/20 and 12/31/2020.

Why it's right for you:

The social security payroll tax amounts to 6.2% of gross wages. You can pay 50% of the taxes by December 2021 and the other 50% by December 2022.

Things to note:

If you defer these tax deposits, you as the employer are solely liable for payment by the extended due date.

Employers that participate in the PPP are not eligible for this program. However, they can defer taxes up until the date the employer applies for and receives a decision that their PPP loan has been forgiven.

On Employee Retention Credit (ERC)

Why it's right for you:

For each quarter through the end of 2020, employers are eligible for a credit of up to 50% of the first $10,000 in qualified wages for each qualified employee. This employee retention credit is limited to the 6.2% employer share of Social Security taxes subject to several conditions, and any excess credit is refundable.

Things to note:

You cannot get this credit if you have a PPP loan.

On Refusing to Work + Collecting Unemployment

There are a lot of questions as Georgia prepares to reopen for business under strict social distancing guidelines to prevent the spread of coronavirus.

Update on Pandemic Unemployment for 1099 contractors and self employed.

FILL OUT THE PIHI COVID-19 BUSINESS RESPONSE SURVEY

We want to know how your business has been impacted over the month and business continuity steps you have taken.

We will share this information with the City of Atlanta to gather data to better inform the needs of the business community during these uncertain times.

DEADLINE TO SUBMIT IS FRIDAY APRIL 30, 2020

FILL OUT THE SURVEY NOW

SUPPORT OUR PIHI MEMBERS

ASW is also delivering hand sanitizer to businesses.

Lastly, the Piedmont Heights Association and Foundation will be encouraging neighbors to buy gift certificates to be used later.

Thank you, all!

4.20.20 COVID-19 Update: 3 Things to Do This Week for Your Business + Marketing, ERC and Tax Deferral Resources

Wed, 22 Apr 2020 18:40:39 GMT

We know since COVID-19 changed our lives, most of our energy is focused on keeping our businesses afloat ...when we seem to be lost at sea.

So this week, do these THREE THINGS, check out the RESOURCES below, and know you're doing great! We're here for you! We're in this TOGETHER!

1. LET CONGRESS KNOW SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS NEED MORE FUNDING

Since Friday, April 3, small businesses have been applying for Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) forgivable loans authorized under the CARES Act that was enacted on March 27.

Business owners have experienced setbacks while applying for the PPP forgivable loans and the Small Business Administration (SBA) Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDLs) and Emergency Grants. Further appropriations and improvements to the PPP are needed as well as increased access to EIDLs and Emergency Grants.

Congress needs to hear from you NOW. Tell them your experience applying for PPPL and EIDLs and how they need to improve and expand these programs immediately.

Act NOW and urge your Senators and Representative to improve and expand access to the PPP, EIDLs, and Emergency Grants.

COVID-19 LOAN TRACKER

EASY TEMPLATE TO SEND CONGRESS A MESSAGE

SHARE YOUR EXPERIENCE WITH PPP

2. FILL OUT THE PIHI ALLIANCE COVID-19 BUSINESS RESPONSE SURVEY

We want to know how your business has been impacted over the past three weeks and business continuity steps you have taken.

We will share this information with the City of Atlanta to gather data to better inform the needs of the business community during these uncertain times.

DEADLINE TO SUBMIT IS THIS FRIDAY APRIL 24, 2020.

FILL OUT THE SURVEY NOW

3. FACEBOOK SMALL BUSINESS GRANTS PROGRAM

Opens THIS Wednesday, April 22nd!

Eligibility

Must be a for-profit company
Have between 2 and 50 employees
Have been in business for over a year
Have experienced challenges from COVID-19
Be in or near a location where Facebook operates

Click here for the Application Guide.

RESOURCES

26 Ways to Get Ready for the Rebound: A Playbook for What to Do Right Now

Here are 26 things we can do now to help get ready for the rebound broken up into three sections. The recovery is coming. Let’s reset and refocus on the marketing foundations, in any context.

How To Get More Instagram Followers

Want to know how to get followers on Instagram? And how to do it the right way, without shelling out big bucks or engaging in shady tactics? You’ve come to the right place.

On the Federal Tax Deferrals

Why it's right for you:

The social security payroll tax amounts to 6.2% of gross wages. You can pay 50% of the taxes by December 2021 and the other 50% by December 2022.

Things to note:

If you defer these tax deposits, you as the employer are solely liable for payment by the extended due date.

On Employee Retention Credit (ERC)

Why it's right for you:

For each quarter through the end of 2020, employers are eligible for a credit of up to 50% of the first $10,000 in qualified wages for each qualified employee. This employee retention credit is limited to the 6.2% employer share of Social Security taxes subject to several conditions, and any excess credit is refundable.

Things to note:

You cannot get this credit if you have a PPP loan.

BONUS: KEEP SUPPORTING PIHI ALLIANCE BUSINESSES

Find out what they are offering during COVID-19

Share the list with all of your friends.
Email discover@pihialliance.com for additions or changes
Check business' social media for daily updates
Businesses tag @PiHiAlliance on FB so we can share your posts.
Thank you!!!

COVID-19 RESOURCES: AWBI GRANTS + PATCH LISTINGS + GOFUNDME

Mon, 20 Apr 2020 19:58:18 GMT

AWBI GRANTS
AWBI Grants for COVID-19 Small Business Support + Recording of EIDL & PPP Webinar

Atlanta Wealth Building Initiative (AWBI) has just launched a new COVID-19 Small Business Support fund with a focus on supporting black owned businesses located in City of Atlanta's Southwest, Southeast, or Northwest neighborhoods.

Grants ranging from $2,500 - $25,000 will be awarded to qualifying businesses to cover employee salaries, rent, supplier expenses, and technical assistance for up to 3 months.

Criteria:

• Business must be established prior to March 16, 2019.

• Business must be in good standing.

• Annual Revenues of the business or nonprofit not to exceed $3 million as evidenced by Financial Statement or other financial documentation.

• Eligible uses include: working capital to support payroll expenses, rent, mortgage payments, utility expenses, technical assistance or other similar expenses that occur in the ordinary course of operations.

Learn more and apply >>

https://www.atlantawealthbuilding.org/covid19-relief-fund

PATCH LISTINGS

Patch has made it easier for local businesses and individuals to help reach their communities during the coronavirus outbreak.

For a limited time, events and classifieds are free to promote in one community, so your messages to your neighbors can get more visibility.

Posting to Patch’s classifieds section can help spread the word out about job listings, housing opportunities, stuff for sale and more.

Also, you can post to Patch’s local calendars to share fundraisers, webinars or other virtual events still happening while you’re sheltered in place.

When you choose to promote your event or classified for free, your post will get featured on Patch’s news pages and in our newsletters for the next seven days. If you want to promote for longer, or to more communities, you can do so for just $1 per day.

If you have any more questions, feel free to reach out to our support team, who can help you get started right away.

The Patch Team

GOFUND ME MATCHING GRANT

Business Owners: If you have one, submit your GoFundMe to get a $500 matching grant. I did it a couple weeks ago and they just matched $500 to our GoFundMe today. It's really simple...

Here are the requirements...

- Have at least $500 raised
- Have the business owner set up as the beneficiary to the campaign (if they aren't raising funds themselves)
- Have withdrawals set up
- Add the hashtag #smallbusinessrelief to your campaign story

https://www.gofundme.com/small-business-relief-fundraisers…

To donate to the grant fund:

https://www.gofundme.com/f/smallbusinessrelieffund

PIHI ALLIANCE COVID-19 BUSINESS RESPONSE SURVEY DUE 4.26.20

Mon, 20 Apr 2020 19:54:20 GMT

We want to know how your business has been impacted over the past month and business continuity steps you have taken. This information is needed to best understand the impact and the resources you have used. We will share this information with the City of Atlanta to better advocated on behalf of small businesses in our community.

DEADLINE TO SUBMIT IS FRIDAY APRIL 24, 2020.

FILL OUT THE SURVEY

4.9.20 COVID-19 Update: We’re Here For You! | Resources for Unemployment Filings + Friday Webinar on EDIL and PPP + Restaurants + Artists & Independent Contractors

Fri, 10 Apr 2020 17:05:14 GMT

It’s been a wild ride this past month since COVID-19 has become an ever changing daily topic of our lives and impact on our small businesses. Now, with the Governor extending the stay at home order through the end of April, we feel your anxiety about the unknown especially how to navigate all the information that is out there!

This is absolutely a time to lean on YOUR BUSINESS ASSOCIATION. PiHi Alliance was formed to promote, advocate and connect - no matter the circumstances. During these uniquely challenging times, here is what we are doing on your behalf:

Advocate

COVID-19 business impact and response surveys that convey the needs of the business community to the City of Atlanta.
- Impact Survey Results
- See Atlanta Wealth Building Initiative Survey Results
- Response Survey Available 4.13.20. Fill out by 4.24.20
Drafting a letter to Mayor Bottoms and City Council advocating to alleviate license fees for 2020.

Promote

Ongoing list of Piedmont Heights Businesses and their offerings during COVID-19.
Send us your additions or changes to discover@pihialliance.com. Follow the businesses on social media for daily updates.
Starting member social media posts featuring offerings and ways to support

Connect

Weekly emails and blog posts with business resources
Members can expect a check-in call from our board of directors over the next few weeks.
Virtual meetings over the next few months.

PiHi Member Spotlight

We will be highlighting members of Piedmont Heights Alliance each email.

NAKATO JAPANESE RESTAURANT

CLOSED AS OF APRIL 5 DURING COVID-19. SUPPORT STAFF GO FUND ME!

Thank you so much for your wonderful outpouring of support on our Employee Go Fund Me Page. Thanks to your generosity we have raised almost $7,500 to help our fantastic employees during this most challenging time.

The Nakato family is matching every dollar raised (up to $50,000) from this Go Fund Me Page. If you have not yet donated and are in the position to do so, we would appreciate your assistance and know our staff would be eternally grateful. Every little bit helps and is so very much appreciated.

Thank you a million times over for your unwavering support through ordering food and beverages and for donating to our employee fund. We appreciate it so much!

BUSINESS OWNERS

UNEMPLOYMENT FILING

As an Employer: Unemployment Filing for Partial Claims for your Employees

You must Establish Administrator Access
Follow these Steps for Partial Unemployment Claims

Update on Department of Revenue Tax Filing Deadlines

INDEPENDENT CONTRACTORS

PUA (Pandemic Unemployment Assistance)

This includes individuals who are self-employed, gig workers, 1099 independent contractors, or those with limited work history who will not qualify for state unemployment benefits.

The GDOL is modifying its current online unemployment application adding new questions to better identify those individuals who may be eligible for PUA. This modified application is expected to be available on Monday, April 13, 2020. Once the application is received, it will take several weeks to process.

If you have already filed a claim with the GDOL and will be eligible to potentially receive benefits under this program, you do NOT have to refile your claim. These individuals will be identified and sent an email with a link to provide additional information for the Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) Program.

Read More

BUSINESS OWNERS & INDEPENDENT CONTRACTORS

CARES ACT: PPP AND EIDL

The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, signed into law on March 27, 2020, allocates $349 billion to help small businesses keep workers employed amid the current circumstances they are encountering. The CARES Act provides funding for the Paycheck Protection Program, modifies the existing Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program and provides immediate loan payment relief for current SBA 7(a) borrowers.

READ MORE

NFIB Coronavirus Part V: UPDATE – SBA’s EIDL and PPP Loan Programs

Download slides and hear the recordings

UPDATE ON Invest Atlanta Business Continuity Loan Fund AS OF 4.7.20

In just over two weeks the small business continuity loan fund has over 500 inquiries and/or applicants at some point in the process.

To date 13 loans have been approved and over 80 are under review. Suspending the acceptance of applications. Only complete applications will be reviewed and considered at this time.

In the process of working with philanthropy and other partners to increase the funds available, with the intention of increasing the number of small businesses that can be served through this program.

Please share that all applications in process, but not completed, will be placed on hold until additional funds are identified.
Program updates will be sent out to applicants via email.

Those who have not yet begun an application, but are interested in receiving updates, should fill out this brief survey and indicate their interest in the business continuity loan fund.

RESTAURANTS

Add your fundraiser to your Open Table Listing

National Restaurant Association Restaurant Employee Relief Fund: A fund set up for individuals who have lost their restaurant industry jobs due to COVID-19.
The James Beard Foundation Food and Beverage Industry Relief Fund: A fund started by the acclaimed restaurant award organization, with money earmarked specifically for “small, independent restaurants” to help keep them from going out of business.
The LEE Initiative Restaurant Workers Relief Program: A program created by popular chef Edward Lee that feeds laid-off service industry workers through restaurants across the country.
World Central Kitchen: A humanitarian non-profit from award-winning chef José Andrés that sets out to feed the hungry, often through restaurants, in times of need.

ARTISTS

United States Artists Launches

$10M Artist Relief Fund to Help Artists Affected by COVID-19

Artist Relief is an emergency, non-restricted fund that will grant $5,000 to individual artists facing financial hardship; serve as an informational resource; and co-launch the COVID-19 Impact Survey for Artists and Creative Workers, designed by Research Partner Americans for the Arts, to better identify and address the needs of artists moving forward.

To apply for relief between 4/8-4/23: https://www.artistrelief.org/apply

STAY SAFE AND HEALTHY! #ATLSTRONG!

3.26.20 MORE BUSINESS RESOURCES DURING COVID-19

Thu, 26 Mar 2020 18:25:25 GMT

HootSuite Article Adapting to More Digital and Social Ways of Being in a Time of Crisis + Free Access to Professional Plan Until July 1, 2020

Small Business Relief Initiative with Quickbooks & GoFundMe

Invest Atlanta Business Continuity Loan Fund

Atlanta BeltLine Business Resources During COVID-19

ATLSTRONG.org

QuickBooks customers with personal and business credit history and revenue of at least $50,000 over the past 12 months, you may be eligible for a loan up to $100,000 from Intuit's small business program. APPLY HERE

Kabbage launched an online hub to help boost sales for U.S small businesses impacted by COVID-19, including a system through which businesses can sell gift cards to consumers for use at a later date. Learn more.

List of some banks providing relief during this time.

For assistance with applications, please reach out to the University of Georgia Small Business Development Center

Square customers: Square Capital supports eligible businesses with loans between $500-$250,000. Log in to your Square Dashboard, or learn more HERE

Toast customer:Eligible restaurants can access capital without a credit score requirement via Toast Capital. LEARN MORE HERE

Kabbage provides small businesses with a simple online application that can be paid over 6, 12, or 18 months with no origination fees.If it makes sense for your business, you can explore applying to a line of credit up to $250,000 HERE

JPMorgan pledged $50 million global philanthropic commitment to support communities and people hit hardest by this public health crisis, including $2 million to existing nonprofit partners and $8 million to assist small businesses. Learn more.

The James Beard Foundation is launching a fund that will be gathering support from corporate, foundation, and individual donors to provide micro-grants to independent food and beverage businesses in need. Learn more.

MainVest, a crowdfunding platform, announced its new Main Street Initiative: a $2,000, zero-interest, 120 day loan for restaurants or other brick and mortars affected by the shutdown. Learn more.

Opportunity Fund, which specializes in money lending to small businesses owned by women, immigrants and people of color, is collaborating with investors and nonprofits to put together a coronavirus relief fund that will provide grants and low-interest rate loans. Learn more.

For assistance with applications, please reach out to the University of Georgia Small Business Development Center

3.26.20 COVID-19 Update: Stay At Home Order + ATLStrong.org Launch + Schools Closed Until April 24

Thu, 26 Mar 2020 18:21:15 GMT

The City of Atlanta has ordered a 14 day STAY AT HOME ORDER. Find out what you can and can not do during this time.

This includes a list of essential businesses that are ALLOWED TO BE OPEN: Piedmont Heights has them all!

Restaurants with Take Out/Delivery + To Go Beer/Wine with Order: Bangkok Thai, Bantam + Biddy, Fat Matt's, Grana, Grindhouse, Little Rey, Nakato, Sweetwater Taproom, Taqueria Del Sol, Smoothie King, Varuni Napoli, Woof's, and Chopt

Bike Shop: Atlanta Cycling

Gas Station: Shell, Chevron, BP

Grocery Store: Publix, Kroger, Sprouts

Dry Cleaner/Laundromat: Norman's Dry Cleaner

Liquor Store: Ansley Wine Merchants, ASW Distillery

Pharmacy: CVS, Publix, Kroger, Stacy's Pharmacy

Pet Store: Pet Supermarket

Veterinary: VCA Pets are People Too

Post Office: UPS Store @ Ansley Mall 2

Please take this time to support Piedmont Heights businesses that are offering TAKE OUT AND ONLINE ORDERING and are OPEN to serve you!

Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms Launches #ATLSTRONG, Providing COVID-19 Information and Resources for Atlanta Residents

ATLANTA—Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms announced the launch of #ATLSTRONG—a new website that will serve as a COVID-19 resource hub for Atlanta residents. By visiting ATLSTRONG.ORG, residents and businesses can sign up for COVID-19 text alerts, request information on emergency fund assistance relief and more.

“Atlanta will rise above the challenges we face with the COVID-19 health threat, and we will do so together,” said Mayor Bottoms. “By staying connected, residents and businesses alike can do their part to ensure we stop the spread of this virus and start the recovery process.”

By texting “ATLCOVID19” to 888777, users will receive the latest and necessary information on COVID-19 as it happens. By visiting ATLSTRONG.ORG, visitors will find information on meal assistance, CDC guidelines to prevent the spread of COVID-19, find information on Mayor Bottoms’ Executive and Administrative Orders and tax relief information for businesses.

The launch of #ATLSTRONG is the latest action taken by Mayor Bottoms to slow the spread of COVID-19 in the City of Atlanta.

Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms issued an Executive Order instituting a temporary order for those individuals within the territorial jurisdictional limits of the City of Atlanta to stay in their place of residence.

Mayor Bottoms issued an Executive Order calling for the closure of all bars and nightclubs that do not serve food, gyms and fitness centers, movie theaters, live performance venues, bowling alleys, and arcades, and private social clubs, located within the territorial jurisdictional limits of the City of Atlanta. However, restaurants and other eating and drinking establishments where food is served may continue preparing and offering food to customers via delivery service, drive-through, or take-out.

Mayor Bottoms issued an Administrative Order directing the Atlanta Police Department to refrain from enforcing prohibitions against the sale of unopened wine or malt beverages by the package for off premises consumption by restaurants and other eating and drinking establishments licensed for the sale of those beverages.

Mayor Bottoms also issued a directive for the Centers of Hope Afterschool program to continue to provide free meals to all students who rely on them throughout the closure of schools. For more information on the Centers of Hope Afterschool Program and Registration, please visit the Official Website.

The City has also posted prevention information and additional resources related to COVID-19 on its website here.

Chief among the City’s guidance to residents and visitors are the following preventative measures:

Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
Stay home when you are sick.
Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.
If you have recently returned from a country with ongoing COVID-19 infections monitor your health and follow the instructions of public health officials

Recommended CDC safety guidelines can be found online here.

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Gov. Kemp Orders Schools Closed Through April 24

GEORGIA — As the initial closing of Georgia schools nears on Tuesday, Gov. Brian Kemp extended the closure of all public schools in Georgia through April 24.

Kemp signed an executive order on Thursday "that mandates public schools will remain closed for in-person instruction through April 24 - students may return on Monday, April 27," Sen. Jen Jordan tweeted.

"Prior to this date, governor will make a decision on the remainder of school year," Jordan said.

READ ARTICLE

Invest Atlanta Business Continuity Loan Fund NOW OPEN

Mon, 23 Mar 2020 14:47:45 GMT

Economic Assistance for Atlanta Businesses Affected by COVID-19
To ensure the viability of city businesses and to help sustain employment, Invest Atlanta has established a Business Continuity Loan Fund (BCLF) with $1.5 million of funding from the City of Atlanta. The fund will offer small businesses zero-interest loans to address a lack of working capital and cash flows as a result of reduced consumer demand, the ability to fulfill product or service orders and other economic conditions.

APPLY NOW: https://www.investatlanta.com/business-continuity-loan-fund

What are the terms of the loan?

Loans are paid back monthly over a term not to exceed five (5) years at an interest rate of 0%
with a 6 to 12-month deferment before the first payment is due.

Application follows SBA guidelines to include by not limited to:
- Business narrative
- Description of services and use
- Executed lease or mortgage statement
- Document COVID-19 impact on business
- Last year's business and personal tax returns
- Existing tax liens or funds owed to City of Atlanta
- Financial statement for last 3 months
- Articles of incorporation and secretary of state registration
- City of Atlanta business license
- Notarized Affidavit of Company Ownership
Applications reviewed by Credit Review Committee bi-weekly.
Funds to be available to approved applicants within days.
Businesses can apply for the BCFL and SBA loans. No restrictions.

Who is a qualified applicant for the BCLF?

The BCLF program is for businesses operating in the city limits for Atlanta. To be a qualified applicant for the BCLF, businesses must:

Be an existing for-profit corporation, partnership, sole proprietorship or non-profit with for-profit activities in the city of Atlanta that contributes to trade.

Be current on all financial obligations related to the lease or mortgage agreement for the business.

Have 50 or fewer full-time employees, i.e., employees working at least 30 hours per week or 130 hours per month.

Have been in operation for 1 year

Have a current City of Atlanta business license.

Be current on all city of Atlanta taxes and fees.

COVID-19 Resources 3.19.20 + SBA Loan Now Open + Fill out the Survey

Thu, 19 Mar 2020 18:16:24 GMT

MAKE IT EASIER FOR YOUR CUSTOMERS TO SUPPORT YOU!

Answer the phone and have an up-to-date recorded message. (Your customers may want to call-in their orders.)
Update your hours on your website, on Google and on Facebook. If your hours change, make sure to make the change in all places.
- Restaurants: Make changes to your listings on Google, Facebook, Yelp, Zomato and Bing.
Update your operations! For instance you no longer provide sit-down service, only take-out or curbside pick-up.
- Note those changes on your website and all social media.
Amplify your social media presence! @PiHiAlliance on Facebook #pihialliance #pihia
Offer online gift cards that can be purchased now and used later: https://www.merchantmaverick.com/gift-cards-for-small-businesses/
Offer subscriptions services, online delivery options and live streaming services/events.

UPDATES YOU NEED TO KNOW

Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms Creates $7 Million Fund to Assist Those Impacted by COVID-19

$1.5 million to support small business continuity
Invest Atlanta is working on a Small Business Continuity Loan Fund. Details are being worked on now.

FILL OUT THIS SURVEY IN ORDER TO PREPARE OUR BUSINESS COMMUNITY FOR POSSIBLE ASSISTANCE!

Fill out as many times as you need to help us track the impact on your business due to COVID-19. The survey is timestamped!

BUSINESS LOANS AND INFO

SBA Disaster Loan Assistance Declared for GA- Application Now Open

SBA Loan Process Overview

https://disasterloan.sba.gov/ela/ - Use Economic Injury when Submitting!

https://disasterloan.sba.gov/ela/Documents/Three_Step_Process_SBA_Disaster_Loans.pdf

TAX PAYMENTS & UNEMPLOYMENT

Treasury and IRS to delay tax payment deadline by 90 days

NEW Information for filing for unemployment, mandatory filing by employers for partial claims, and reemployment services

Great article from Nerd Wallet about who qualifies for unemployment

Department of Labor FAQs on Fair Labor Standards Act & Family and Medical Leave Act

COVID-19 Resources from CDC

Business Interruption Insurance and COVID-19

LOANS

PayPal Loans for Business

KIVA business loans

Facebook Small Business Grants Program

COVID-19 Business Impact Survey + Resources

Mon, 16 Mar 2020 18:35:00 GMT

We hope you and your family are in good health. We care about the businesses and community at large of Piedmont Heights! PiHi Alliance is following all City of Atlanta mandates regarding meetings this includes NPU-F, Piedmont Heights Civic Association and the City of Atlanta meetings.

Read the Piedmont Heights Civic Association's March 13th email here.

This is an uncertain time in our local economy and community with the impact on each of us that changes daily. PiHi Alliance is here to assist by sharing resources, gathering data and communicating to our members and supporters during these changing times as best as we can.

It is PiHi Alliance's job to advocate on behalf of our members with City, County, and State governments! The data gathered in the survey will help us represent the needs of our community as more COVID-19 developments unfold.

FILL OUT THIS COVID-19 BUSINESS IMPACT SURVEY ASAP

You do not need to be an PiHi Alliance member to fill out the survey!
Check out all PiHi Alliance members here.

CHECK OUT COVID-19 INFORMATION & RESOURCES

CITY, COUNTY & STATE INFORMATION

SMALL BUSINESS RESOURCES

FOOD SERVICE INDUSTRY

GrubHub's deferred commissions, matching all promotions and GrubHub community relief fund.
Giving Kitchen's Support of Service Industry for COVID-19
Any food service worker in Georgia diagnosed with COVID-19 or under medical mandatory quarantine should immediately apply for financial assistance through Giving Kitchen. Full stop. We have their backs.”
https://mailchi.mp/thegivingkitchen/gk-covid-19-response

Thank you for your support !

Stay healthy, support local businesses and help your neighbors!

Ansley Mall & Adjacent Changes

Wed, 29 Jan 2020 22:31:43 GMT

The first waves of change for Piedmont Heights are hitting now! The Atlanta BeltLine Northeast Trail construction has begun with the Georgia Power section behind Publix at Ansley Mall. This portion will be completed within 2020. The AB will complete the rest of the one mile stretch from Piedmont Ave NE to Montgomery Ferry the following year, 2021.

SEE THE CHANGES!!

Piedmont Heights Kroger Slated For $1.5 MM Interior Remodel

https://whatnowatlanta.com/piedmont-heights-kroger-slated-for-1-5-mm-interior-remodel/

The Kroger adjacent Ansley Mall, at 1700 Monroe Dr. NE in the Piedmont Heights neighborhood of Atlanta, will soon begin interior renovations to the tune of $1,500,000.

Planned improvements to the 64,788 square-foot supermarket include replacement and relocation of sales floor fixtures, display cases, some deli-prep modifications, and the relocation of the in-house pharmacy.

Kroger will remain open and in operation during the remodel.

“The contractors will work on the renovations overnight so there will be no change in opening hours and no disruption for our customers,” a Kroger associate shared with What Now Atlanta over the phone this week.

Construction is expected to span 24 weeks, starting in April 2020 and ending in November.

Richard’s Variety Store to Replace Pier 1 at Ansley Mall

https://whatnowatlanta.com/richards-variety-store-eyeing-ansley-mall-pier-1-imports-space/

The retailer known for its overwhelming selection of "products that are hard to find" will open in its new space on May 1st.

This post is an update of: Massive Midtown Promenade Overhaul Won't Include Richard's Variety Store, Tuesday Morning

When Pier 1 Imports closes later this year in Ansley Mall, the space currently housing the home furnishings retailer will quickly be taken over by Richard’s Variety Store, Owner Dr. Ming “Ya Ya” Yang confirmed with What Now Atlanta (WNA) over the phone Tuesday afternoon.

“We just confirmed it today and we expect to be open by May 1,” Yang said.

The new Richard’s Variety Store is a relocation of its open Midtown Promenade outpost down the street which, in mid-2020, is set to close its doors.

Representatives for the retailer known for its overwhelming selection of “products that are hard to find” were seen in recent days scouting and measuring areas of its soon-to-be-home, a Pier 1 management associate told (WNA) over the phone Tuesday.

Pier 1 is set to vacate by the end of February, around the same time as its Buckhead counterpart.

Piedmont Heights Civic Association Annual Meeting

Fri, 22 Nov 2019 16:00:23 GMT

PIEDMONT HEIGHTS CIVIC ASSOCIATION ANNUAL NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING

http://bit.ly/PHAnnualMeeting2019 - RSVP

Sun, November 24, 2019 | 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM EST

Location: Ansley Golf Club

196 Montgomery Ferry Drive Northeast

Atlanta, GA 30309

Piedmont Heights Civic Association (PHCA) Annual Neighborhood Meeting

FREE EVENT for all residents of the Piedmont Heights neighborhood, whether you're an owner or renter in a home or in an apartment complex, and whether or not you're a member of the Piedmont Heights Civic Association (PHCA). Welcome!

Mix and mingle with your neighbors in PiHi and enjoy complimentary hors d'oeuvres. Alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase.

Get "In the Know" with our PiHi lineup! Learn all about...

Eating & Drinking in PiHi! A conversation with local chefs, beverage makers, and more! Come meet Chef Pat Pascarella of Grana (opening early 2020 next to Sprout Market!), Sachi Takahara from Nakato, Steve Farace from SweetWater Brew, and more!

Tim Keane, Commissioner of Planning, City of Atlanta

Councilmember Jennifer Ide for our District 6

PiHi Alliance - VP, Mahesh Mani will be talking about what's new with PiHi's business community

Safety tips and how you can help combat crime in #PiHi and #Atlanta

Finance report and other updates from PHCA, including electing new board members

Other upcoming events hosted by PHCA, and more!

Tickets not required, but please RSVP online.

You're always welcome to make a donation to our sister organization, the Piedmont Heights Community Improvement Foundation, a tax-deductible 501(c)(3) organization. Thanks to the Piedmont Heights Foundation, brand new playground equipment was installed in March 2019 at Gotham Way Park, just around the corner from Grindhouse!

http://www.piedmontheights.org

Leveraging Connection for the Betterment of PiHi

Fri, 22 Nov 2019 15:57:35 GMT

Armour Yards has reported flooding on Armour Drive for over a year now.
With the PiHi Alliance being established in May with both business stakeholders and residents working together, we were able to accomplish a solution!
- We reached out to the Atlanta BeltLine who engaged their engineers to identify the problem and make sure it was not a part of the Northeast Trail development.
- Piedmont Heights Civic Association reached out to our City Councilmember, Jennifer Ide, who activated Watershed Management NPU-F Representative who got the storm drains cleaned out.
- Armour Drive NE is on the list for improvements when funds are available. However, stormwater is not funded!!
- Send any ATL311 issues with tracking number to discover@pihialliance.com and we'll work with the Atlanta BeltLine to get faster response.
- - We can work together to get this done!!!

JOIN US AND HELP US KEEP MAKING POSITIVE MOVES FOR BUSINESS IN PIEDMONT HEIGHTS!

2020 Meeting & Events Calendar

Mon, 04 Nov 2019 17:38:44 GMT

2020 Meeting & Events Calendar

BOD MEETINGS: 9-10:30AM 120 Ottley Dr. NE

GENERAL MEETINGS: 5-7 PM @ Different Member Locations Every 6 Weeks.

MEETINGS

EVENTS/Promotions

January Meetings

BOD: Jan. 8

General: Jan.30

January Events/Promotions

February Meetings

BOD: Feb 12

General: None

February Events/Promotions

March Meetings

BOD: March 11

General: March 12

March Events/Promotions

March 14 Pi Day Event!

April Meetings

BOD: April 8

General: April 23

April Events/Promotions

May Meetings

BOD: May 13

General: None

May Events/Promotions

June Meetings

BOD: June 10

General: June 4

June Events/Promotions

July Meetings

No Meetings

July Events/Promotions

August Meetings

BOD: Aug 12

General: Aug 27

August Events/Promotions

September Meetings

BOD: Sept 9

General: None

September Events/Promotions

October Meetings

BOD: Oct 14

General: Oct 8

October Events/Promotions

PiHi Board Nominations

Piedmont Heights Foundation Fandango Fundraiser

November Meetings

BOD: Nov 11

General: Nov 19

November Events/Promotions

PiHi Board Elections

December Meetings

No Meetings

December Events/Promotions

Holiday Mixer

Piedmont Heights Civic Association: Board Meetings (open to members) are the 1st Tuesday of every month @ 7:00 p.m. at Heritage Prep (1700 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30324) next to the Morningside Baptist Church http://piedmontheights.org/page-464634

NPU-F: 3rd Monday of every month @ 7:00 p.m.: Hillside Inc. 690 Courtenay Dr NE, Atlanta, GA 30306; Access available from 1301 Monroe Dr, opposite the CSO facility on Monroe.Parking available at the rear of the building off Monroe Dr. (Druid Hills (Northern section including Emory/CDC/CHOA, Edmund Park, Lindridge/Martin Manor, Morningside/Lenox Park, Piedmont Heights, Virginia-Highland)https://npufatlanta.org/meetings/

Druid Hills Civic Association: Monthly Board Meetings (open to public) are the 3rd Wednesday of every Month at 7:30 pm at St. John's Lutheran Church (1410 Ponce De Leon Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30307, corner of Ponce & Oakdale) with an annual membership meeting in January each year https://druidhills.org/

Virginia-Highland Civic Association: General Meetings are the 2nd Monday of every month @7:00-8:00 p.m. Grace Lutheran Church, 1155 North Highland Avenue Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30306 https://virginia-highlandcivicassociation.com/

Lindridge/Martin Manor: Quarterly Meetings beginning at 6:45 p.m. http://www.lmmna.org/new-events

Morningside/Lenox Park: Meetings are the 2nd Monday of Every month from 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. at the Morningside Presbyterian Church, 1411 N. Morningside Drive https://www.mlpa.org/

Edmund Park: http://www.edmundpark.org/

Upcoming Events: Bowling for PiHi and our General Meeting+Networking

Wed, 23 Oct 2019 15:00:43 GMT

There are a couple of upcoming events to share. On October 24th, we invite you to join us at Bowling for Piedmont Heights- Fandango 2019 Fundraiser.

And then our general meeting is around the corner - save the date: PiHi Alliance Meeting & Networking 11/7. Details below:

Gotham Park Way Fundraiser - TICKETS and SPONSORSHIP

Thank you to current sponsors!

Gold

11th Frame/Midtown Bowl

Taqueria Del Sol - Cheshire Bridge Rd

Fat Matt's Rib Shack

Bronze

Grind House

Ansley Eye Care

Perennial Properties

Friend

Dresser Homes

All State

Coldwell Banker - Bob Glascock

View the Sponsorship Package HERE and contact Amy if you would like to be a sponsor, have questions or comments.

Leverage your marketing budgets to promote your business by getting in front of the 11,300 people in the following communities Morningside/Lenox Park, Lindridge Martin Manor, Ansley Park, Sherwood Forest, Peachtree Hills, Brookwood Hills). Multiple sponsorship packages to fit the needs of your business goals with a targeted audience.

Permanent Signage in Gotham Way Park (Gold and Silver levels)
Exclusive article about your company distributed to Piedmont Heights Community (Gold Level)
Interview about your business, promoting a special event or upcoming promotions

Be apart of all the 5th Annual Fandango Event communications being distributed to 11,300 neighbors on 3 different platforms. Choose a package and let us do the work. Walk away knowing your helping your community and saving on your taxes. All Sponsorship Dollars will fund Gotham Way Park. We have sponsor packages to fit all marketing budgets. Any and all donations can help us reach our goal.

Become a sponsor so you can take part in all future communications. Email foundation@piedmontheights.org with any questions!

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PiHi Alliance General Meeting on 11/7 - SAVE THE DATE!

On Thursday, November 7th from 5:00-7:00 p.m., at 255 Ottley Drive NE. The Atrium next to East Pole Coffee.

View the Membership Benefits!

Thank you!

PiHi Alliance Launch Party...THANK YOU!

Tue, 08 Oct 2019 15:57:02 GMT

THANK YOU! so much to everyone who attended the PiHi Alliance Launch Party. Wow, what a success...we find it to be a good sign that together, we can make it rain..but not enough to dampen the enthusiasm of the community.

(PiHi Alliance board members: L to R: Bob Glascock (President), Sachi Takahara (Secretary), Emily Baker (Armour West Committee Member), Katie O'Sullivan (Armour West Committee Member), Bill Seay (Piedmont Heights Civic Association), Jennifer Ohme (PiHi Alliance Community Development Consultant) and Juliana Shields ( (Piedmont Heights Civic Association) Not all board members are present.

A FEW LAUNCH PARTY HIGHLIGHTS!

Sponsors: THANK YOU again for the food, drinks, music and supplies - we couldn't have done it without you and your hard work!
Attendees: Over 50 business owners, property owners and residents attending! Thank you for joining in on the conversation!
Selig: Thank you for having us at the Ansley Mall courtyard, and special thanks to Mary and Stoney for helping us pull off the event!
Music: Tim O'Donavan was spectacular! Thank you Smith's Olde Bar!
Atlanta BeltLine: We so appreciate your continued support of the PiHi Alliance and attending the party. We'll be adding a new page to our website for all things Atlanta BeltLine in PiHi soon!
Overview: See the attached info from the Launch Party!
Check out the Launch Party photos on FB and LIKE US too!

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MEMBERSHIP IS NOW OPEN!

NEW Website: pihialliance.com
Membership Info: pihialliance.com/membership
- Annual membership is available to be paid annually or monthly.
- Your membership application becomes the directory listing!
Next Meeting: November 7th 4-6pm- Attending a PiHi Alliance meeting is all in a day’s work...networking and learning about your business community counts!

Sign up online today to stay in the PiHi loop:

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PiHi Launch Party

Wed, 25 Sep 2019 17:44:08 GMT

We hope you join us on Thursday, September 26th from 4-6pm for the launch of the Piedmont Heights Alliance!

Ansley Mall Courtyard

Between Bantam & Biddy and Starbucks

Great food, drinks, networking and live music provided by Smith's Olde Bar!
Thank you to Selig Enterprises for the use of the courtyard- we're going to have beautiful Autumn weather.
Learn about the new PiHi Alliance and how you can be a part of the Piedmont Heights business community.
Meet the volunteer board of directors and sign up to be a PiHi Alliance Member at the party!!

Piedmont Heights Alliance, Inc. Pi Hi News

The SBA's billion-dollar 'seed fund' programs are back

The SBA's billion-dollar 'seed fund' programs are back

Piedmont Park Expands Plan to Monroe Drive

Piedmont Park begins work on $200 million upgrade plan

'Just getting started'

Fundraising begins for big projects

Atlanta BeltLine Armour-Ottley Construction Bid Now Open

Atlanta Beltline Soliciting Bids

for Construction of Northeast Trail

– Segment 3 + Connector Trails

Second Annual Beautify PiHi on National Pi Day - A Day of Dedication and Community Success!

March Small Business Grants

Mona Small Business Impact Grant

Skip grants

Intuit Quickbooks offers $20,000 grant program

Breva Thrive Grant

The Kitty Fund Mompreneur Grant

Amber Grant offers monthly and annual awards

Secretsos offers $2,500 to entrepreneurs

Jewelry businesses eligible for grants up to $7,500

Additional grants business owners can apply for throughout 2026 include:

PiHi Day: Pie-Off in honor of National Pi Day!

Celebrate National Pi Day (3.14) by joining the Piedmont Heights "Pie-Off"!

World Cup Planning Updated February 2026

WORLD CUP PLANNING FOR VENUES + SMALL BUSINESSES

Atlanta is one of the host cities for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with Mercedes-Benz Stadium set to host eight matches.

ACTION ITEMS FOR BUSINESSES

MEMBERS!

FILL OUT THE PIHI ALLIANCE WORLD CUP ACTIVATION FORM NOW!

Get listed on the activation calendar and on social media!

Showcase Atlanta Small Business Resources

Register Your Business + Venue

February Small Business Grants

Intuit Quickbooks offers $20,000 grant program

Breva Thrive Grant

The Kitty Fund Mompreneur Grant

Amber Grant offers monthly and annual awards

Secretsos offers $2,500 to entrepreneurs

Jewelry businesses eligible for grants up to $7,500

Additional grants business owners can apply for throughout 2026 include:

Thurs. 1.29.26: MARTA Open House for Transformative 2026 Projects

MARTA to Host Public Open

House Showcasing

Transformative 2026 Transit Projects

1.28.26 Quarterly Meeting Agenda

AGENDA Next Meeting: Wednesday, April 22, 2026 9:30-11am

Key Topics and Calls to Action

Atlanta BeltLine Gravel Trail Update

VOLUNTEER FOR 2026 Taste of PiHi Committee

SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER HERE

November 15th Cheshire Bridge Clean Up-A Perfect Way to Wrap Up 2025!

Beautify Cheshire Bridge Wrap-Up:

Community Collaboration at Its Best!

2025 Beautify PiHi by the Numbers

Join Us in 2026!

Shop Small Saturday Map Listing + Grants Open 11/29

BRICK & MORTAR BUSINESSES TAKE ACTION

Thank You for Making Taste of PiHi 2025 a Huge Success!

Together, We Made Taste of PiHi 2025 Unforgettable

On Sunday, we came together for the Third Annual Taste of PiHi Fundraiser — and it was our biggest and best one yet!

Food Stations

Drink Stations

Maker Stations

Business Stations

Community Partners

️ Raffle Donors

Beautify Cheshire Bridge: Sat. November 15th @ 9:30am

Beautify PiHi 2025: A Year of Clean, Connected Community

March 15 — Beautify PiHi Kickoff

May 17 — BeltLine & Ansley Mall Corridor Cleanup

June 7 — Beautify Cheshire Bridge: Collaboration at Its Best

H.R. 1 Impact on Employer Taxes and Employee Benefits

CHANGES TO EMPLOYER TAXES AND EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

ATLCore Portal decommissioned for NEW ATLBIZ on September 15, 2025

ATLCore Portal decommissioned for NEW ATLBIZ on September 15, 2025

PREPARE FOR THE TRANSITIONThis correspondence serves as formal notification that the ATLCORE system will be decommissioned (taken out of service) effective Thursday, September 11, 2025.

Cheshire Bridge Safe Street & Resurfacing July 22, 2025

Cheshire Bridge Safe Streets & Resurfacing Community Meeting July 22, 2025

OVERVIEW OF PROJECT & MEETING

PREPARE FOR THE TRANSITION
This correspondence serves as formal notification that the ATLCORE system will be decommissioned (taken out of service) effective Thursday, September 11, 2025.

Community Improvement Districts are Transforming Georgia
By Emory Morsberger – contributor