From Molly Ryan, CEO of Friends of Underwood Hills Park;
"Hello all, I have good news! 

1. Atlanta Parks Dept will pay for the equipment.  They went back and forth, but now have approved the cost of the equipment repair in total.  Much lobbying persuaded APD.
2. Equipment delivery Friday, Feb. 7.  The manufacturer will deliver the equipment to the park on Friday.  It will sit at the park until installed. 
3. Equipment installation next week.  While the installers have not yet confirmed the date/time, they will install the pieces either 2/10, 2/11, or 2/12.  Ken said he will let me know as the date approaches. 
   
   

I am delighted that this all worked out.  We had a plan to buy more play equipment with the funds in our Park Pride account. We had put our plans on hold until we heard that APD will pay for the repairs.  An ideal outcome.  We will again pursue the purchase/approval/design of the new equipment. "
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Thank you Molly for the many calls and persuasion you devoted to this.
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​In the last 2-week period (January 11 - 24), 41 incidents were reported in Beat 204.  Of those, one occurred in the area we patrol.  This incident involved a landlord / tenant dispute that has extended from the last 2-week period.

A breakdown of other activity reported in the surrounding area:

​There were no significant incidents to report.

Best,

Det. Kevin Leonpacher
Atlanta PD / Underwood Hills Patrol

Trees Atlanta and Park Pride are partnering for the next Underwood Hills Park Forest Restoration work day.
February 8, 9am-12noon.
Details at Park Pride and Trees Atlanta websites.
For queries on local arrangements reach out to UHNA Beautification Chair Seaver Lippit [email protected]

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Share the joy of running with your kid when you register them for Kilometer Kids. This free 10-week game-based running program teaches all young athletes to work hard, be kind and have fun. Imagine all your child could achieve in just a few weeks.
Kids receive T-shirts and other exciting incentives to motivate them to reach the goal of completing 13.1 or 26.2 total miles during the season. There are even opportunities to compete in FREE, fun mid-week runs and other Atlanta Track Club youth running events.

• Learn more about the program here: https://www.atlantatrackclub.org/kilometerkids
  
• Register your child here: https://atlantatrackclub.leagueapps.com/clubteams/4458399-kilometer-kids-participant-registration-public-teams---spring-2025
  

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UHNA Sponsor Your 3rd Spot is sharing special events being held this Winter;
"​Here’s a quick look at what’s happening:

• Monday, Jan 20th Martin Luther King Day: We have extended family friendly hours and are offering a Brunch and Bowl promotion for complimentary bowling between 1-3pm.
  • https://www.sevenrooms.com/experiences/your3rdspot/mlk-day-5262519562420224
• 2.14 Valentine’s Day Specials (Feb. 14th): Special member rates and a full program of activities, featuring a scavenger hunt and signature chef tasting menu.
  • https://www.sevenrooms.com/experiences/your3rdspot/valentimes-day-5778697284239360
• 2.9 Big Game Viewing Party: For those who love football and want to tailgate close to home. 
  • https://www.sevenrooms.com/experiences/your3rdspot/the-big-game-6060362632019968
• Community Connections Members Mixer: Ongoing collaborations and events designed to foster meaningful neighborhood relationships. Ravioli making and mocktail trees is our next one!
  • https://www.sevenrooms.com/experiences/your3rdspot/pasta-pour-ravioli-making-mocktail-experience-5296533932359680

They're thrilled to share these events with the UHNA community.
Here’s a link to the events calendar: https://your3rdspot.com/experiences and a flyer attached with more details.

​In the last 2-week period (Dec 28 - Jan 10), 44 incidents were reported in Beat 204.  Of those, one occurred in the area we patrol.  This incident involved an eviction dispute.

A summary of activity reported in the surrounding area:

Significant Incidents:

• Aggravated Assault - On January 6, 2025, APD responded to a domestic altercation involving a knife on Noble Creek Drive NW.  No injuries were sustained from the knife.  The primary aggressor was arrested at the scene.

Best,

Det. Kevin Leonpacher
Atlanta PD / Underwood Hills Patrol

In response to queries from members, incoming UHNA Communications Chair and Teen Committee Coordinator  Caren Remillard has hit the ground running with two new opportunities for teens for 2025; BabySitters register and Yard Maintenance. (Note this is not for volunteer community service hours)
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Caren moved to Underwood Hills in 2017. She lives on Harper Street with her husband Ben and two young kids. You can learn more about her on the UHNA Leadership page.

from Caren-
"Hi Neighbors! The UHNA is compiling a list of neighborhood babysitters and a list of  people interested in doing yard maintenance in the neighborhood. Below are forms for any Underwood Hills residents (including teens) to complete if they are interested.
It's particularly difficult to get in touch with our younger neighbors, so if you have a teenager at home who is interested, can you please send them the link?

Thanks!"

Link to UH Yard Maintenance Google Form:  
https://forms.gle/trLmENxQRChUCxao6


Link to UH Babysitters Google Form: 
https://forms.gle/P7u2bSCBBvx3ET6w8