Dec 20th, 2019 UPDATE
Now that most of the state is drought free, the Georgia Environmental Protection Division (EPD) is ending its Level 1 Drought Response in 103 Georgia counties, including Hall Banks and other counties in North Georgia.
The decision by state environmentalists means that almost all Georgians will return to a non-drought outdoor water use schedule.
“Rain continues to ease the flash drought conditions in Georgia that had peaked during the first half of October,” said state climatologist Bill Murphey in a Friday morning press release. “The heaviest rain amounts have fallen over extreme north Georgia, central Georgia and southeastern parts of the state. As a result, soil moisture and stream flows are improving in those areas.”
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Worsening drought conditions throughout most of the state have prompted a Level 1 Drought Response declaration from the Georgia Environmental Protection Division (EPD). This means public water utilities in 103 counties will be required to begin a public information campaign to help citizens better understand drought, its impact on water supplies and the need for water conservation.
According to the federal government’s U.S. Drought Monitor, https://droughtmonitor.unl.edu/CurrentMap/StateDroughtMonitor.aspx?GA the drought has affected the entire state with conditions ranging from abnormally dry to extreme drought. As a result, most of the counties in Georgia must follow the Level 1 Drought Response requirements.
“This serves as a reminder for all Georgians to use water wisely,” said EPD Director Richard Dunn. “It also gives public water systems an opportunity to educate their customers on the importance of water conservation.”
The following activities may be done at any time of day under a Level 1 Drought Response:
Irrigation of personal food gardens may be done at any time of day;
Irrigation of new and replanted plant, seed, or turf may be done at any time of day for 30 days after installation;
Drip irrigation or irrigation using soaker hoses may be done at any time of day; and
Hand watering with a hose with automatic cutoff or handheld container may be done at any time of day.
To determine the appropriate level of drought response, EPD considers several factors including precipitation, stream flows, groundwater, reservoir levels, short-term climate predictions and soil moisture. EPD monitors and produces publicly available reports on these conditions on a monthly basis.
“The current flash drought we are in is primarily agricultural, but it can also affect water supply,” said state climatologist Bill Murphey. “It came on quickly due to the intense daytime heating, lack of rainfall and sudden decrease in soil moisture we experienced in September.”
The Next phase of the Depot and Train Yard has been approved by the Mayor and Council and work should be completed in December! The second phase will include the exterior finish to the stage area the grading of the entire property and the addition of street parking along Wall Street.
Once the work is completed in December the city will begin taking reservations for rental activites. In addition the city should begin advertising the new position as a Downtown Event Coordinator , who will administer the Depot activities and assist in downtown development activities, such as expanded ” Railroad Days” new community events like “Movies in the Park”, Bubble Day! over the next year! Exciting Times In Lula! what a great place to call home.
Canceled Friday Nov 8th
The Boil Water Advisory has been canceled a Boil-Water advisory for a section of the city at Hwy 51 (Old Cornelia) and Hwy 52 (Lula Road) south of this location, directly affecting all customers in this service area is no longer in place.
The Boil Water advisory was issued due to an Emergency Water Line Repair Wednesday Evening Nov.6th and is in effect until further notice. Once the lab analisys results determine there is no areas of concern notice will be given.
A boil-water advisory or boil-water order is a public health advisory or directive given by Local Government authorities to consumers when a community’s drinking water is, or could be, contaminated by pathogens.
What a Great service right here in your own back yard!
Grooming at the Tracks!
Address: 5904 Cobb St, Lula, GA 30554
Phone: (770) 533-2197
Want to serve your community, be involved in future development, and can dedicate at least one night a month serving of the planning commission? Stop by or call Lula City Hall for an application and drop it off when completed!
Qualifications
21 Years of Age
Resident of Lula/ City Limits at least one year
Registered Voter
Be available for at a minimum of 1 meeting per month (3 hours)
Be available for at least 8 hours of training per year
Position is compensated for all expenses
The Term of the appointment is from one to three years.
City Hall , Hours M-F, from 8-to 5, Call 770-869-3801
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Another Great Festival, thank to our good friends at the Lula Bellton Historical Society Consider joining today Ph 706-677-2016, they are a hard working bunch and have fun accomplishing great things around the Lula Area.
Come join us and see what all the excitement is down at the Lula WELLNESS PARK .
We have opened the latest addition with a new walking trail that extends from inside the park all the way to Maiden Lane.
Special thanks goes to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources for the grant opportunity given to the city to help with the latest addition and to your enjoyment!
This addition is a great opportunity to enjoy nature in a wonderful setting under the tall hardwoods with local wildlife in a pristine environment!
Come watch us Grow!
Location 5830 Athens Street, Lula, Georgia
Book your booth and register your parade entry as soon as you can!
Can you believe we are already talking about the Annual “Christmas in the Park” Parade and Festival?
It’s not to early to begin to make your plans to prepare your parade entry and claim your booth space because the community event will be here before you know it!
This years event (like years past) will begin Saturday afternoon@ 4PM with the opening of the festival booths located at the Veterans Park and will be followed by the Christmas Parade along Main Street beginning at 6PM , cumulating with the arrival of SANTA CLAUSE to hear the kids wishes!
For Details and Registration please call Lula City Hall @ 770-869-3801, M-F from 8:00AM until 4:30 PM,
Qualifying is final the three incumbents qualified and no challengers qualified, consequently there will be no city election this year. The incumbents are as follows, Matt Hamby, Garnett Smith and Lamb Griffin. The city remains fortunate to have folks step up and provide their time and efforts on our behalf. Join us the second Monday of the month at 6PM and the third Monday of the month at 7PM for the work session and regular council meeting.
Other questions related to the upcoming November Elections for Hall and Banks County may be found at the Secretary of State Web Page.
Am I Registered to Vote?
Where do I vote?
To locate your polling place click the link below
MVP My Voter Page
https://www.mvp.sos.ga.gov/MVP/mvp.do
Qualifications To Vote/ Register to Vote
Be at least 17 ½ years old to register, 18 years old to vote
Be a legal resident of the county in which you register
Be a citizen of the United States
Not be serving a sentence for a conviction of a felony involving moral turpitude
Have not been found mentally incompetent by a judge.
In the State of Georgia, you do not have to register by political party to vote in the regular primaries or general elections.
You may register to vote at any time, but you must be registered by the close of registration prior to an election if you wish to vote on election day, i.e., the application must be postmarked by the voter registration deadline.
