Just Sold in Beautiful Roswell Georgia

In Lake Forest Subdivision

These First Time Home Buyers found the home of their dreams in sought after Roswell Georgia…

AND

Got to take advantage of the First Time Home Buyers Tax Credit

Here’s what they said:

Jodi was such a helpful Realtor during the entire moving process! She helped to make our first home purchase easy and stress-free. We liked how willing she was to talk with us when we had questions, and we felt like she really listened to what we were looking for in our first home. She helped to prepare us for all of the steps towards buying a home with professionalism and ease. Jodi’s knowledge of realty and the markets was very impressive.

Let me help you achieve YOUR dreams too!!!

ROUNDABOUTS IN ROSWELL

The City of Roswell is preparing to begin construction on the City’s first roundabout at the intersection of Grimes Bridge Road and Norcross Street/Warsaw Road.  The five-leg roundabout will allow the removal of the traffic signal and allow traffic to move freely through the intersection.

Roswell DOT has prepared material to inform you about how roundabouts work and how to travel through them.  There is strong evidence from across the United States and in Georgia that confirms roundabouts:

• reduce accidents and injury crashes
• provide increased pedestrian and bicycle safety
• reduce vehicle speeds
• reduced vehicle delay and fuel consumption
• improve air quality by reduced vehicle idling
• reduce electricity usage (by removing existing traffic signal) therefore less cost to the city
• reduce road noise
• provide a sustainable, aesthetically pleasing improvement

In terms of the Grimes Bridge/Warsaw/Norcross roundabout project, it is important to note that:

• Modern roundabouts are safer than a traditional intersection with a traffic signal
• No houses will be taken or demolished as a result of this project
• No significant specimen trees will be removed or harmed due to this intersection improvement project
• The construction of this project requires no road closures
• The construction cost is estimated to be $950,000

Additional information is available in the Roundabout FAQs including City responses to misinformation being distributed in the community

Read a two-page Fact Sheet about the Grimes Bridge/Warsaw/Norcross roundabout project

Review the conceptual drawing of the Grimes Bridge/Warsaw/Norcross roundabout.

Review a two-page brochure discussing the navigation of a roundabout and the safety benefits of roundabout installation.

Watch a video produced by the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety.

Several web pages specifically discussing roundabouts are listed below:

Insurance Institute of Highway Safety (IIHS)
Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT)
Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT)
Arizona Department of Transportation (AzDOT)
University of Minnesota Center for Transportation Studies

If you have questions or need additional information, contact the Roswell DOT.

Call or Email me today for all of your Rowell Real Estate or Atlanta Real Estate needs! Jodi Smith, East Cobb Realtor with Keller Williams Realty Consultants.  Helping you find Homes in East Cobb, Homes in Marietta, Homes in Roswell and Homes in Alpharetta.  CELL:  678-763-6025 or EMAIL: jodismith@kw.com

Presbyterian Church, 755 Mimosa Blvd, Roswell GA, in their gorgeous 1,000 seat sanctuary. Concert begins at 7:30, and seating begins at 7:00. 100% of ticket proceeds benefit four different programs that focus on disadvantaged children, one in our city, one in our state, one national, and one international !!! Tickets are $10, and can be purchased in advance (770-993-6316) or at the door. The perfect music to get you in the Christmas spirit !!!

Call or Email me today for all of your Real Estate needs! Jodi Smith, East Cobb Realtor with Keller Williams Realty Consultants.  Helping you find Homes in East Cobb, Homes in Marietta, Homes in Roswell and Homes in Alpharetta.  CELL:  678-763-6025 or EMAIL: jodismith@kw.com

CHIMNEY LAKES IN EAST COBB

Nestled in a perfect location that gives you the best of everything!

Chimney Lakes is made up of 350+ homes.  Their unique position allows residents to reside in Cobb County while possessing a Roswell address.

Home is where the best schools are for most families and Chimney Lakes is privy to Shallowford Falls Elementary, Simpson Middle and Lassiter High (listed as one of America’s Top Public Schools).

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION

Chimney Lakes has three convenient entrances/exits to the community.

From any of these three exits you will find gas stations, grocery stores, drug stores, health clubs, golf courses, and churches.  If you feel the desire to shop there is a Wal-Mart Superstore and a brand new Target Superstore nearby. Upscale shopping that is in the reasonably close area include: The Avenues of East Cobb, Northpoint Mall of Alpharetta, Perimeter Mall and the Buckhead District and also there is the Town Center Mall in Kennesaw.

From any of the three entrances you will find immaculately maintained, well-groomed and well-lit landscaping guiding you through the sidewalk-lined streets.  Of course, it couldn’t be called Chimney Lakes without a lake.  Residents are able to enjoy the deck overlooking the beautiful water, a gazebo, several walking trails, tennis courts, basketball hoops and a swimming pool.

Come see for yourself why Chimney Lakes is one of the most desirable communities of East Cobb!

Call or Email me today for all of your Real Estate needs! Jodi Smith, East Cobb Realtor with Keller Williams Realty Consultants.  Helping you find Homes in East Cobb, Homes in Marietta, Homes in Roswell and Homes in Alpharetta.  CELL:  678-763-6025 or EMAIL: jodismith@kw.com

Living in Roswell, Georgia give you wide variety of dining establishments to choose from.  Here are some of the best ones that other Roswell residents enjoy:

Alessio’s 640 W Crossville Road, Roswell, GA 30075 – (770) 640-8099 (Italian)

Anna Lee’s 425 Market Place, Roswell, GA 30075 – (770) 998-0086 (American)

Aqua Blue Restaurant 1564 Holcomb Bridge Rd., Roswell, GA 30076  – (770) 643-8886

Belly’s Pizza 885 Woodstock Road, Roswell, GA 30075 – (770) 594-8118 (Pizza)

Bistro VG Restaurant 70 W Crossville Road, Roswell, GA 30075 – (770) 993-1156 (Italian)

Blue Fire Grill 11070 Alpharetta Hwy Roswell – (770) 649-8355

Boneheads 660 W Crossville Road, Roswell, GA 30075 – (770) 650-6770 (American)

Brickhouse Pizza & Pasta 10479 Alpharetta Street, Roswell, GA 30075 – (770) 640-0023 (Italian)

The Brickery Grill and Bar 6125 Roswell Road, Roswell, GA 30075- (404) 843-8002 (Italian & American)

Brookwood Grill 880 Holcomb Bridge Rd., Roswell, GA – 770-587-0102 (American)

Byblos Restaurant Lebanese Food 10684 Alpharetta Hwy, Roswell, GA 30075 - (678) 352-0321

Canton Street Cafe 952 Canton Street, Roswell, GA 30075 – (770) 587-0933 (American)

Ceviche Tequeria and Margarita Bar 963 Canton Street, Roswell, GA 30075 – (678) 461-4025 (Mexican)

Chaplin’s Restaurant and Bar 555 S Atlanta Street, Roswell, GA 30075 – (770) 552-1147 (American)

Chicago’s Restaurant 4401 Shallowford Road, Roswell, GA 30075 – (770) 993-7464 (Steak, Seafood and Pasta)

China Garden 657 Holcomb Bridge Rd., Roswell, GA 30076-1511 (Chinese)

Chipotle Mexican Grill 10800 Alpharetta Highway, # 288, Roswell, GA  30076 – (770) 642-0710

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Cold Stone Creamery 540 E Crossville Road, Roswell, GA 30075 – (770) 992-4596 (Desserts)

Dreamland Bar-B-Que 10730 Alpharetta Hwy, Roswell, GA? – (678) 352-7999 (Barbeque)

El Jinete Mexican Restaurant 4681 Woodstock Road, Roswell, GA 30075 – (770) 650-0850 (Mexican)

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El Torero 625 W Crossville Road, Roswell, GA 30075 – (770) 640-1603 (Mexican)

The Fickle Pickle Cafe 1085 Canton Street, Roswell, GA 30075 – (770) 650-9838 (American)

Fratelli’s Di Napoli 928 Canton Street, Roswell, GA 30075 – (770) 642-9917 (Italian)

Ginza 4651 Woodstock Road, Roswell, GA 30075 – (678) 795-9500 (Sushi Bars/Oriental/Asian)

Greenwood’s 1087 Green Street • Roswell, GA 30075 – 770-992-5383

Hal’s 9835 Old Dogwood Road, Roswell, GA 30075 – (770) 552-0626 (American)

Honey Baked Ham Company 625 W Crossville Road, Roswell, GA 30075 – (770) 552-1021 (American)

J. Christopher’s 605 Atlanta St, Roswell, GA? – (770) 640-5548 (American)

Lucia’s Italian Restaurant 4705 Woodstock Road, Roswell, GA 30075 – (678) 646-1000 (Italian)

Mario’s Pizzaria 10930 Crabapple Road, Roswell, GA 30075 – (678) 585-0210 (Pizza)

The Melting Pot 1055 Mansell Rd, Roswell, GA? – (770) 518-4100?

Mitties Tea Room and Cafe 25 Plum Street, Roswell, GA 30075 – (770) 594-8822 (American)

Nirvana Cafe and Grill 10930 Crabapple Road, Roswell, GA 30075 – (678) 277-2626 (American)

Oak Street Cafe 45 Oak Street, Roswell, GA 30075 – (770) 594-1300 (American)

Olive Garden 905 Holcomb Bridge Rd., Roswell, GA 30076 – 770-642-0395?

O’Shaughnessy’s 4401 Shallowford Road, Roswell, GA 30075 – (770) 998-7681

Outback Steakhouse 655 E Crossville Road, Roswell, GA 30075 – (770) 998-5630 (Steakhouse)

Peachtree Diner 915 Holcomb Bridge Rd # B100Roswell, GA 30076-1971 – (770) 993-0299

Philly Pizza 1255 Grimes Bridge Road, Roswell, GA 30075 – (770) 587-1100 (Pizza)

Provino’s Italian Restaurant 1255 Grimes Bridge Road, Roswell, GA 30075 – (770) 993-5839 (Italian)

Relish 590 Mimosa Boulevard, Roswell, GA 30075 – (770) 650-7877 (Southern/Soul)

Rice 1104 Canton Street, Roswell, GA 30075 – (770) 640-0788 (Oriental/Asian)

The Roswell Teahouse 108 Magnolia Street, Roswell, GA 30075 – (770) 643-5813 (American)

Slope’s BBQ 10360 Alpharetta Street, Roswell, GA 30075 – (770) 518-7000 (Barbeque)

The Southern Skillet 1037 Alpharetta Street, Roswell, GA 30075 – (770) 993-7700 (Southern/Soul)

Spiced Right Ribhouse 635 Atlanta Street, Roswell, GA 30075 – (678) 352-9633 (Barbeque)

Starbucks 680 W Crossville Road, Roswell, GA 30075 – (770) 993-7573 (Bistro)

Stoney River Legendary Steaks 10524 Alpharetta Hwy., Roswell, GA 30076 – (678)461-7900 (Steakhouse)

Sugo Restaurant and Tapas 625 W Crossville Road, Roswell, GA 30075 – (770) 817-4230 (Italian)

Swallow at the Hallow 1027 Green Street, Roswell, GA 30075 – (678) 352-1975 (Barbeque)

Taco Mac 685 W Crossville Road, Roswell, GA 30075 – (678) 795-0080 (Mexican)

Thai House 1227 Alpharetta Street, Roswell, GA 30075 – (770) 993-1688

Tijuana Joe’s Mexican Cantina 885 Woodstock Road, Roswell, GA 30075 – (678) 277-9566 (Mexican)

Windy City Grill 11255 Woodstock Road, Roswell, GA 30075 – (770) 992-3575 (American)

YellowFin Restaurant 1170 Canton Street, Roswell, GA 30075 – (678) 277-9551 (American)

The Yellow House 1088 Green Street, Roswell, GA 30075 – (770) 643-8901 (Southern/Soul)

Zappolli’s 10971 Crabapple Road Ste 1500, Roswell, GA 30075 – (770) 992-5292 (Italian)

Zaxby’s 11235 Woodstock Road, Roswell, GA 30075 – (770) 552-2245 (American)

This is a work in progress…so if your favorite is missing from this list, please let me know.  I’ll be glad to add it!

Additionally, if you like what you see and if has been helpful to you…let me know.

Thanks for stopping by…and HAPPY EATING!

Call or Email me today for all of your Real Estate needs! Jodi Smith, Roswell Realtor with Keller Williams Realty Consultants in Roswell, Georgia. CELL:  678-763-6025 or EMAIL: jodismith@kw.com

If you go to Peachtree Diner, or have been before, let me know your thoughts…and suggestions on what I should order.

Call or Email me today for all of your Real Estate needs! Jodi Smith, Atlanta Real Estate Agent with Keller Williams Realty Consultants in Roswell, Georgia. CELL:  678-763-6025 or EMAIL: jodismith@kw.com

Do you like good food?

Do you like good  country music?

Then you’ve found the PERFECT place!!!

Swallow at the Hollow is one of Roswell, Georgia’s pride and joys!!!

It’s an exciting Restaurant with a delicious menu chocked full of homemade food.  Their philosophy on their menu is: If you can make it homemade, you do make it homemade”.  And let me tell you, they make some tasty homemade food.  From hickory smoked meats, side dishes of homemade macaroni & cheese and homemade pickles to unbelievable desserts including homemade chocolate chip banana pudding.  My favorite though are the Fried Green Tomatoes.  Dip them in a little Ranch Dressing…and MMMmmmm!!!

Their music philosophy is that “if you are going to spend that much time and effort to make the food so good, you’d better keep the entertainment on that same level”.  And you won’t be disappointed!  Shows begin at 10:00 on Friday and Saturday nights presenting Nashville’s singers/songwriters/artists.

Of course, Wednesday night’s (inside) and Thursday night’s (outside, weather permitting) are real treats b/c there are no cover charges, featuring some of the talented local artists.

On Sunday night’s-inside the duo of Tom and Julie entertain you.

Come out and see the giant canoe full of beer!!!

GREAT FOOD AND GREAT MUSIC!!!

Call or Email me today for all of your Real Estate needs! Jodi Smith, Roswell Realtor with Keller Williams Realty Consultants in Roswell, Georgia. CELL:  678-763-6025 or EMAIL: jodismith@kw.com

Your North Metro Atlanta Realtor would like to share this important information with YOU! 

	Wednesday, August 19, 2009
	Seven Fulton County high schools are among the state’s leaders in ACT performance, according to information released today by the Georgia Department of Education and the ACT organization. During the 2009 testing cycle, 2,520 Fulton County students took the test – an increase of 267 students, or nearly 12 percent, from the previous year. While some schools saw changes in their performance, the overall Fulton County composite score remained constant at 22.2 and is the highest of the large metro Atlanta school systems. The state and national composite scores also stayed the same at 20.6 and 21.1, respectively. Scores range from 0 to 36. Click here to view school-by-school scores and comparisons between the 2008 and 2009 testing cycles.   In its release of information, the state Department of Education listed Chattahoochee High School (25.2 composite score) as Georgia’s top performing school. Riverwood International Charter School (25.0) also was noted, as was Milton High School (24.6), Northview High School (24.6), Alpharetta High School (23.9), Roswell High School (23.7) and Centennial High School (23.4). Riverwood also was highlighted as one of the state’s most improved schools in ACT performance.   “I’m pleased to see an increase of students taking the ACT. The test is an excellent predictor of how successful our students will be in a college environment,” said Superintendent Cindy Loe, Ph.D. “I’m proud that our students continue to do so well on this test and are outperforming their state and national peers.”   Similar to the SAT, the ACT is commonly used for college admission and placement. According to the organization, the test is taken by more than 50 percent of high school students in 27 states and is increasingly becoming the preferred admission test by four-year colleges. The test measures English, math, reading and science proficiency, with an optional writing section, whereas the SAT measures only math, reading and writing. Testing is voluntary and occurs throughout the year, and students are able to take the test more than once to improve their performance.   ACT originally stood for American College Testing but in 1996 the organization’s name was shortened to simply “ACT.” The organization was founded in 1959 and celebrates 50 years of college entrance testing this year.   Call or Email me today for all of your Real Estate needs! Jodi Smith, Atlanta Real Estate Agent with Keller Williams Realty Consultants in Roswell, Georgia.  CELL:  678-763-6025 or EMAIL:  jodismith@kw.com

ROSWELL AT A GLANCE 

Roswell is a family-friendly community where recreational activities are abundant with biking, boating, fishing, rafting, hiking, and a park system that is second to none in the state. It is rich in culture and history with a thriving historic district, museums, and its own Cultural Arts Center.

Money Magazine ranked the City of Roswell one of the top 20 best cities to live in the eastern United States. Whether your business is large or small, there is a place for you in Roswell. We have office, retail, and industrial space for lease and redevelopment opportunities throughout the City.

Roswell is a great place to live, a great place to work, and simply a great place to be!

Mission

Our mission is to retain Roswell’s existing business and recruit new businesses that contribute to Roswell’s goal of maintaining a healthy, balanced economy which provides quality jobs, goods, and services for Roswell’s citizens.

Contact
Bill Keir
Economic Development Manager
Email: commdevcustomerserviceteam@roswellgov.com

38 Hill St.
Suite G-30
Roswell, GA  30075

Ph: 770-641-3741
Fx: 770-641-3780

Hours
Monday – Friday
8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Call or Email me today for all of your Real Estate needs! Jodi Smith, Atlanta Real Estate Agent with Keller Williams Realty Consultants in Roswell, Georgia.  CELL:  678-763-6025 or EMAIL:  jodismith@kw.com

Roswell Receives WaterFirst® Community Designation

Released on: Friday, August 7, 2009 1:30 PM

The City of Roswell Mayor, Council, Department of Community Affairs and staff celebrated becoming a Georgia WaterFirst® Community at the Covered Bridge on Thursday, August 6. The WaterFirst® Community designation officially recognizes the commitment of communities to excellence in water resource management and stewardship.

“Roswell was founded and established because of our water resources and today we continue to conserve and protect this great amenity,” explains Mayor Jere Wood. “Becoming a WaterFirst® Community enhances our commitment.”

There are eight major components of the WaterFirst® Program, and the extent to which the participants will need to address each one is dependent on the size of the community and the water-related services that it provides. The components include:

• Watershed Assessment;

• Stormwater Master Planning;

• Water Supply Planning;

• Water Supply Protection;

• Water Conservation;

• Wastewater Treatment Systems and Management; – (N/A to Roswell)

• Residual Biosolids; – (N/A to Roswell)

• Water Reclamation and Reuse. – (N/A to Roswell)

Roswell was presented WaterFirst® road signs and a plaque recognizing the accomplishment during the ceremony.  Roswell will also become eligible for other benefits, including reduced GEFA interest rates on state loans for water related projects.

Call or Email me today for all of your Real Estate needs! Jodi Smith, Atlanta Real Estate Agent with Keller Williams Realty Consultants in Roswell, Georgia.  CELL:  678-763-6025 or EMAIL:  jodismith@kw.com