| Tucker Summit CID May 2023 Newsletter
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Recently, Senate Bill 146 was signed into law as Act 248 by Governor Brian Kemp on May 2. This Bill pertains to the jurisdiction of and powers and duties of the Georgia Public Service Commission regarding the trade practices and taxation of electric vehicles.
However, House Bill 52, which was entitled to amend Title 32 relating to highways, bridges and ferries so as to amend notice provisions relative to meetings for the elected board members to provide for the development and maintenance of a state-wide freight and logistics implantation plan, among others, was passed by the Georgia House and Senate and sent to the Governor’s office. Governor Kemp vetoed the bill on May 5 because of a late amendment that altered certain provisions.
When the Governor vetoes a Bill, the General Assembly may override the veto with a two-thirds vote by each House during the next session in January 2024.
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Plaza Security CEO Jim Tate will be celebrating his 10th anniversary with the company this year. With degrees in criminal justice as well as forensics, paired with 22 years of experience as a private contractor with licenses and certifications as a private investigator and firearms instructor, Jim’s expertise is a valuable asset in keeping our district safe.
For the past 11 years since the CID’s creation, Plaza Security has been patrolling the district working in conjunction with the police as a deterrent to criminal activity. With a staff of more than 40 security officers and 20 police officers, Plaza Security prides itself on its relationship with the business owners and CID members.
Jim stresses the importance of situational awareness to minimize becoming a target of crime. By paying attention, securing your valuables and limiting access to your property, you make it harder for criminals to victimize you. His biggest advice to impart is to look out for your neighbor. If you see something – say something, because if something seems “off,” it probably is.
When he’s not occupied with protecting the public, Jim likes to spend his spare time riding motorcycles and barbequing at home with his wife, two kids, two dogs and two cats.
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The district’s first brewery turns five years old next month! Tucker Brewing Company is kicking off its birthday festivities on Friday, June 2, with live music, good food, refreshing brews and raffled prizes.
The brewery will be highlighting its popular Kellerbier, an unfiltered, hoppy lager that has been perfected over the years. Congratulations and Happy Birthday to Tucker Brewing!
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The district is welcoming another restaurant! gusto! officially opened its 12th Atlanta location in Tucker on May 15 in the Hugh Howell Marketplace. The grand opening celebrations kicked off on Saturday, May 13, with a free drive-through from 11 am – 1 pm for a free meal and beverage.
It’s exciting to welcome new businesses to the CID and watch them thrive! Welcome, gusto!
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The district’s international “incubator,” gatc lp, has a new business thriving in the U.S. market. FIDLOCK is an innovative magnetic fasteners and lock company. Founded in Germany, FIDLOCK’s creator Joachim Fiedler, a former musician, needed an easy way to secure his bow to his cello. From there the concepts grew to securing biking and outdoor accessories, kitchen utensils, camera and phone mounting accessories and more.
Located at 5126 South Royal Atlanta Drive, gatc is the domestic gateway for foreign companies to enter and operate in the U.S. market by supplying administrative and operational resources to these companies while they grow and expand.
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The medical and life sciences industries make an incredible impact on our district. Not only do these companies provide lifesaving services, but also manufacture products or provide research that could potentially affect or change lives.
We are so fortunate to have so many businesses like those listed below in our district employing more than 500 workers and making a difference in the world.
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We love learning about our members! We want to know who our longstanding business owners are so we can celebrate you and your company’s success! Please take this quick survey to highlight your business.
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If you’ve noticed the new street signs in the district, you can thank Image360 Tucker! They have recently finished installing the new signs along the Mountain Industrial Boulevard corridor to give the streets a fresh new look.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY TIPS
Please follow these basic safety tips to ensure the safety of your children and belongings. Report any emergencies or suspicious activity by calling 911.
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| City of Tucker Overlay Regulations
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Make sure your planned signage and architectural structures are within regulations! Review the Tucker Overlay District Regulations on our website.
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| Contact Emory Morsberger with Late Breaking News
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For any incidents causing major traffic conflicts or safety issues within the district, please contact Emory Morsberger immediately at 770.409-8100, so he can distribute communications and inform all members and associates as necessary.
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| Have Space? Looking to Sell?List Properties on the TSCID Website
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The TSCID website can now help promote your available commercial property listings!
If you have a property available in the district, please send a flyer with details to our communications team to post on our website.
Our district is an incredible place to do business!
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| TSCID Resources Directory: Refer a Contractor
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TSCID would like to help our members by creating a resources directory on our website.
Have a “go-to” company for electrical, plumbing, accounting, construction or any other critical service? Let us know and we’ll include them in our “Referred Resources” directory.
*Resources will be listed solely on the recommendation of our members. TSCID makes no endorsements or guarantees on quality or delivery.
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