Newborn Town Council Meeting
Agenda
MARCH 1, 2021
Thought for the day…
It is difficult to realize how great a part of all that is cheerful and delightful in the recollections of our own life is associated with trees.
~Wilson Flagg
I. CALL TO ORDER:
II. INVOCATION:
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
January 4th council meeting:
Motion: Second: Approved:
~ Deputy to update Mayor, Council and citizens on any activity in Newborn for the month of January:
V. OLD BUSINESS:
A. Properties ready for Placard card/letter to be placed upon approval by Mayor & Council: (Signature by Mayor on letter mailed out) 1. 149 & 162 Fulton Street (Thompson)
2. 4060 Hwy 142 (Funderburk)
3. 4030 Hwy 142 (Knox)
4. 4272 Hwy 142 (Mock-formerly Amy Parker/”F” house)
Motion: Second: Approved:
B. Properties ready for court summons to be filed:
1. 123 Porter Street (Davis)
2. 3970 Hwy 213 (Nedra Davis)
Motion: Second: Approved:
C. Arbor Day: Arbor Day will be held this year as a drive through at the schoolhouse. Members of the tree board will hand out the free seedlings on Saturday, February 27th
from 1-2pm.
VI. NEW BUSINESS:
A. Donna Sweat: Purchase lot owned by Town @ 119 Fulton Street:
Motion: Second: Approved:
B. Citizen is interested in selling home goods bi-weekly, every Saturday (baked goods, candy, pecans, possibly bundles of firewood; later in year figs, etc) and would like to find out what needs to be done to make that possible or would it be possible in Newborn:
**Peddlers, Transient Merchants**
Motion: Second: Approved:
VII.PUBLIC COMMENTS:
VIII.ADJOURNMENT:
Motion: Second: Approved:
Mayor and Citizens "Reshaping The Heart of Newborn"
Mayor Gregg Ellwanger was recently interviewed for the Newton Trails Newsletter:
"This is a story of government refocusing its priorities when its citizens redefine theirs."
"Newborn, a picturesque and historical town of more than 800 in eastern Newton County, may be removed from the bustle of urban life, but its residents share connections to the same changing needs and attitudes as Atlanta and beyond."
Read the rest of the article here.
"This is a story of government refocusing its priorities when its citizens redefine theirs."
"Newborn, a picturesque and historical town of more than 800 in eastern Newton County, may be removed from the bustle of urban life, but its residents share connections to the same changing needs and attitudes as Atlanta and beyond."
Read the rest of the article here.
150+ People Attend Arbor Day in Newborn! (Can't gather again like this for a while!)
Important Annual Information About Newborn Water Source and Quality
Click here to read this information provided by Newton County. You usually get this in your water bill, but reading this link you can save the town printing and additional postage! Thanks!
Here's Mr. ZimSkillet himself serving samples to the Covington Century volunteers in July.
The restaurant is at 4142 Hwy 142, and you can call ahead to 770-337-9449.
The restaurant is at 4142 Hwy 142, and you can call ahead to 770-337-9449.
Zimskillet = Yum!!
More than 275 attendees from 5 states and 55 cities in Georgia toured 50 historic sites in Newton County, including the beautiful Pitts-Hogan home, Porter Manor Gardens, Newborn United Methodist Church, Sandtown Place, Burge Plantation, and Historic Newborn Schoolhouse!
Good reviews from the 2018
Georgia Trust Ramble!
Debbie Etheridge retires from Newborn Post Office
Over fifty friends surprised our dear postal clerk at a retirement party at the end of September. Wishing her well after 10 years of service (with perfect attendence!) were customers, friends and family. We will miss you, lady!
Four winners –
one for each season –
each will be awarded a cash prize!
Get your friends and family involved – include a cute kid or adorable pet! Showcase trees through the seasons with blooms, leaf color or icicles – let your imagination go!
*Bring your entries to Town Hall
*submit online here, or post on Instagram using #treesofnewbornga2020
Click here to view rules or submit entries.
Enter Newborn's First
Tree Photography Contest
Please join your neighbors from 11am-1pm at the Historic Newborn Schoolhouse for our annual celebration of Arbor Day.
We'll have food, fun, and free tree seedlings to take home - more details coming soon.
In the meantime - did you submit a photo for our tree contest? Quick - take a picture of a tree in Newborn and submit it because there are GOOD PRIZES and YOU COULD WIN. (You don't have to live in Newborn but your tree does.)
We'll have food, fun, and free tree seedlings to take home - more details coming soon.
In the meantime - did you submit a photo for our tree contest? Quick - take a picture of a tree in Newborn and submit it because there are GOOD PRIZES and YOU COULD WIN. (You don't have to live in Newborn but your tree does.)
You're Invited to Arbor Day 2020: Saturday Feb 29!
The Happy History Committee
Old School Fall Festival - 2nd Saturday in November
Come to Newborn's Historic Schoolhouse for fun, food and SHOPPING with local vendors ranging from wood crafts, crochet gifts, and milk soaps to jewelry and gourmet dog treats, plus direct sale vendors like Tastefully Simple, Color Street and more! Learn more at https://www.newbornschoolhouse.org/fall-shopping-event-2019.html
FALL FEST NOVEMBER 9 10 AM-3 PM
It seems like only a couple of years ago Wayne Blackwell was dreaming of opening a bigger store, complete with a full grocery inventory and even space for a hardware store!
Folks in Newborn and Mansfield have been dreaming right along with you, Wayne - Hooray!
Folks in Newborn and Mansfield have been dreaming right along with you, Wayne - Hooray!
Blackwell's Market OPEN
Trunk N Treat
Saturday, July 29 was a blur as several hundred bike riders take part of a 100 mile race including Newborn called the Covington Century. A fundraiser for local charities Newton Trails and an animal rescue agency, town volunteers are encouraged to cheer on the riders and serve snacks
We're Up To FIVE Blinking Lights
SPLOST is short for Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax, a referendum in Newton County. AND IT PASSED!
What's SPLOST got to do with it?
The Town of Newborn announces a Public Hearing for the beginning of its comprehensive planning process at 10 AM on March 7th at Town Hall, 4224 Hwy 142, Newborn. The purpose of the Public Hearing is to brief the community on the planning process and opportunities for public participation therein. A public meeting, at which attendees will be asked for their input on the Town's future, will be held immediately following at the same location.
Due to several employees being on medical leave and having several positions open, the Jeannette Adams Ziegler (Newborn) Library Branch will only be open on Wednesdays, during the normal hours of 11 am - 4 pm, through no later than October 31st.
Do you know a good person (HS degree, good computer skills, loves books...) who would like to apply for a job? Check here!
Do you know a good person (HS degree, good computer skills, loves books...) who would like to apply for a job? Check here!
Wayne Sams stepped up in June to fulfill the term of his late wife Ruth Sams, who passed away unexpectedly March 29. Ruth was active in the Newborn Area Heritage Trust (Schoolhouse), Arbor Day and Tree Board, and so much more.
Wayne has lived in Newborn most of his life, and was one of the co-authors of that book about Newborn (see below.) He can tell you how everyone is related to everyone else.
Wayne has lived in Newborn most of his life, and was one of the co-authors of that book about Newborn (see below.) He can tell you how everyone is related to everyone else.
The Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation is coming to Newton County the weekend of Oct 12-14 for their fall RAMBLE and Newborn is featured Sunday October 14!
Burge, Sandtown Plantation, Pitts/Hogan Home, Porter Manor Gardens Venue, the Historic Newborn Schoolhouse and Newborn Methodist are among the tour stops.
Rambles feature exclusive tours and social events in historic properties not usually open to the public. Tours of historic homes and buildings are self-guided, and guests provide their own transportation.
Full ticket info here.
Burge, Sandtown Plantation, Pitts/Hogan Home, Porter Manor Gardens Venue, the Historic Newborn Schoolhouse and Newborn Methodist are among the tour stops.
Rambles feature exclusive tours and social events in historic properties not usually open to the public. Tours of historic homes and buildings are self-guided, and guests provide their own transportation.
Full ticket info here.
Sweep your porch and plant some flowers! It's Lights.Camera.RAMBLE!
Have you wondered if solar was feasible for your home or farm? Come to an informal presentation (that means cookies, y'all!) and find out.
The purpose of the program is to help homeowners, businesses and nonprofits in Newton and Morgan Counties save on the cost of solar through bulk purchasing. Similar programs have been successfully completed in Savannah, Athens and Dunwoody, and have recently been launched in Atlanta and Carrollton.
At the Historic Newborn Schoolhouse, 4326 Highway 142.
The purpose of the program is to help homeowners, businesses and nonprofits in Newton and Morgan Counties save on the cost of solar through bulk purchasing. Similar programs have been successfully completed in Savannah, Athens and Dunwoody, and have recently been launched in Atlanta and Carrollton.
At the Historic Newborn Schoolhouse, 4326 Highway 142.
Solarize Newton-Morgan presentation in Newborn, Thursday Sept 27 7 pm!
Newborn teenager Dalton Whitley is not just a football and baseball player at Piedmont Academy, he has earned the title of Third Place in the 81st World Duck Calling Competition held Arkansas recently! Read the Rockdale Citizen Article here.
photo credit: Sue Ann Kuhn-Smith, Rockdale Citizen
Who Ya Gonna Call?
Wayne Sams replaces late wife on Town Council
Power was out between 1-3 days for most residents. Lots of trees down, no injuries reported. Town Clerk Rowe came to work in a dark office so that she could patiently explain that she is not in charge of when the power comes on. More than one resident sheltered at Town Hall during the actual storm.
Tropical Storm Irma Hits Newborn
11 - 1 pm Free Fun for the whole family - Grab a hotdog (Thanks Blackwell Grocery) enjoy some great country music from the Maloy Brothers, climb a tree (hats off to Arbor Equity) many thanks to other sponsors Town of Newborn, APC Signs, Charlotte Johnson and host Newborn Tree Board.
Volunteers always welcome to join the board BTW - sign up at Town Hall!
Arbor Day February 17 @ Schoolhouse
Gary and Saige Jenkins welcome your European cars at their new shop in Newborn. (Well, down in Broughton, but their address is Newborn and we claim them!) Call 762-435-7233 for an appointment or learn more here.
Newborn "The Best Rest Stop!" says Covington Century Rider
Jenkins Germanwerks
Robert Bratton now fills Post #1, replacing Gene Downs who recently stepped down. Robert and his wife Libby live in Newborn with their three children Julia, Kate and Beau. He sells industrial packaging and has been a resident here for two years.
2017 Millage Rate Information
The Newborn Town Council does hereby announce that the millage rate will be set at a meeting to be held at the Newborn Town Hall on July 21, 2017 at 1:00PM and pursuant to the requirements of O.C.G.A. Section 48-5-32 does hereby publish the following presentation of the current year's tax digest and levy, along with the history of the tax digest and levy for the past five years. Click here for the presentation.
A landmark goes...
Your favorite festival returns the last Saturday April! 8 am - fishing tournament opens! 10 am - music & vendors start
noon - all fish due in for judging, Hornyhead Queen crowned
1 pm - parade kicks off around downtown Newborn!
2 pm - pack it up!
www.hornyheadfishfestival.com/
noon - all fish due in for judging, Hornyhead Queen crowned
1 pm - parade kicks off around downtown Newborn!
2 pm - pack it up!
www.hornyheadfishfestival.com/
31st Hornyhead Fish Festival and Tournament April 29, 2017
The silos and hatchery next to the RR tracks are being removed by the railroad owners as a unsafe attractive nuisance. Town Clerk Elisa Rowe snapped this sunrise shot on her way to work before the de-construction work began.
Not all that exciting as it is a tiny tiny bit, in conformance with Newton County's rollback, but still, let's make it official by publishing it!
See the last five year's tax history here.
See the last five year's tax history here.
Town to roll back taxes
Don't miss Newborn's annual Arbor Day Celebration on Saturday February 18! We'll have free hotdogs (Thanks, Blackwell Grocery!) and free tree climbing (Thanks to Arbor Equity!). Free tree seedlings like willow oaks, music by the Maloy Brothers Bluegrass Band and a whole lot of neighborly fun from 11:30 am - 1 pm!
Fall has arrived in Newborn
Christmas at the Historic Newborn Schoolhouse! December 17, 6 - 9 pm
Fall Festival Time in Newborn
This festival gets better every year! This year look for food trucks, story telling, and lots of craft vendors and kid activities.
Famous Elvis impersonator Lou Vuto is appearing in Newborn for two performances! He will play the show in Newborn School House as Elvis, Sept. 30 at 7:30 p.m. and another as several musical legends on Oct. 1 at 7:30 p.m. Both shows are $20, and tickets can be purchased by calling Terry Reynolds at 770-787-8446.
Learn more here.
Learn more here.
Elvis sighting in Newborn
Biscuit Shack Open NOW!
A new business is open on Highway 142, between the railroad and the gas station: P.J's Out Post!
6 AM till 9:30 AM for biscuits and coffee, then 11 am - 1 pm the drive through is open for a "grab and go" lunch such as hot dog or BBQ sandwich with baked beans, chips, and sweet tea.
All type of vegetable plants for sale...6 packs $3.00 Singles $2.00 or 3 for $5.00.
There is also a 24 hour ice service adjacent.
6 AM till 9:30 AM for biscuits and coffee, then 11 am - 1 pm the drive through is open for a "grab and go" lunch such as hot dog or BBQ sandwich with baked beans, chips, and sweet tea.
All type of vegetable plants for sale...6 packs $3.00 Singles $2.00 or 3 for $5.00.
There is also a 24 hour ice service adjacent.
Speed Humps and Bumps in Downtown
After numerous attempts to slow down speeders the Town Council voted to install several speed humps around town. They seem to be getting the desired attention! Over time these will be changed to removable humps to facilitate re-paving.
The Historic Newborn Schoolhouse has a new sign, funded by a community-wide effort. The Newborn Garden Club contributed money from its Tour of Homes proceeds, and Alumni and others bought bricks in honor or memory of Newborn buddies with the proceeds going to the effort. Newborn Area Heritage Trust, a 501(c)(3) that operates the schoolhouse, supplied the rest. Thanks to all involved!
Our Park provides fun for all!
The 2015 Hornyhead Fishing Tournament and Festival was Great Fun!
A little rain early in the day didn't dampen the fun for those who came: QUEEN ANNA!, the alpacas, the fishing, the plant starts and vendors, the bargain hunters, the music lovers... come see more photos here!
A little rain early in the day didn't dampen the fun for those who came: QUEEN ANNA!, the alpacas, the fishing, the plant starts and vendors, the bargain hunters, the music lovers... come see more photos here!
Thanks, Pat!
The Signs They Are a-Changin'.
The owner of the Biscuit Shack (Pat Jarvis) donated a new round of flowers to the Garden Club for planting at Town Hall. Much appreciated!
BIG Smokey, Bo and a friend.
Arbor Day was BIG this year! A BIG tree was raffled off (thanks to Arbor Equity), a BIG lunch was served (thanks to Blackwell Grocery and volunteer cooks), a BIG dog parade happened (well, the biggest one we'd ever had), a local band (thanks, Maloy Brothers, not a Big Band) played some great music and many many trees were given out -
a BIG thanks to all!
a BIG thanks to all!
Come celebrate on Saturday February 13 at Town Park!
Enjoy free hotdogs, courtesy of Blackwell Grocery, meet Smokey the Bear and play a fun guessing game involving the trees in our park.
The Town is distributing free dogwood, catalpa, crepe myrtles and red cedars during the event, complete with pointers on how to grow them successfully.
PLUS
Music!
PLUS
Do you see this tree - a prime example of the Georgia State Tree - over there on the left? Don't you wish it was going to be in your yard soon? It can be!
Arbor Equity is donating this 3" diameter, 12' tall live oak tree. The value of this tree is $600. It will be raffled off for tickets $5 each. If you can't come to Arbor Day, stop by Town Hall and get a ticket. If the tree is won by an individual that lives in a 10 mile radius of Newborn, Arbor Equity will plant the tree for you, too! All proceeds will be donated to the town of Newborn Tree Board.
Big plans are underway! A chili cookoff - vendors both inside and outside - and the Museum grand opening! Click here for more info, and save the date, from 10 am - 3 pm, and plan to be at the Historic Newborn Schoolhouse! And if you "like" our Facebook page you'll be among the first to know... Just saying.
Trunk-n-Treat, y'all!
The November festival was a big day here: great music (Johnny Roquemore! The Malloy Brothers!) great food (mmm homemade spaghetti featuring locally grown produce & meat) a multitude of booths and local history features. Learn more and see all the photos here.
November 14 - Don't miss the big Chili Cook-off, the grand re-opening of the Museum AND A COUNTING HORSE and pony rides and vendors! It's all happening at the Historic Newborn Schoolhouse from 10 am - 3 pm.
Fall Festival!
Trunk and Treat - BOO!
Sunday, October 25 at Newborn United Methodist Church. This annual fun event is from 3-5 pm, with games, jumping activities, popcorn and hotdogs. Everyone welcome - costumes encouraged!
February 14th at Town Park the Town of Newborn (rather fond of our trees you know!) held its annual Arbor Day. A crowd of about 100 or more enjoyed a hotdog (Thanks, Blackwell Grocery!), Climbed a tree (Thanks, Arbor Equity!) and took home free tree seedlings courtesy of the town.
This year on Arbor Day we remembered Betty Walton, who died in November - she was a founding member of our Tree Board. Sandra Budd passed away in December and was the wife of our favorite forester, Berryl Budd. Her birthday was February 14.
This year on Arbor Day we remembered Betty Walton, who died in November - she was a founding member of our Tree Board. Sandra Budd passed away in December and was the wife of our favorite forester, Berryl Budd. Her birthday was February 14.
Arbor Day in Newborn:
Love Our Trees on Valentine's Day!
Dinky Little Fish Not Afraid of Rain!
A New Old Favorite Now Open
U-Haul Franchise Opens in Newborn
Johnny ~n~ Tammy’s, the new restaurant on the old "Bess's" restaurant site, features a variety of items in a wide range of prices. The veggies are a big hit, and everything is cooked to order. They have live music on weekends, and serve beer and wine. Check them out!
Money for College?
Juggling?
Free Hawks Tickets?
Make plans to come every Wednesday to the Newborn Library with your child for a fun program starting at 1 pm.
See the full program information here!
Juggling?
Free Hawks Tickets?
Make plans to come every Wednesday to the Newborn Library with your child for a fun program starting at 1 pm.
See the full program information here!
Dixie Jubilee Returns to the Old Schoolhouse!
Steve Biggers and friends will be appearing on the first and third Saturdays of each month playing Country and Gospel favorites. Doors open 5:30, music starts at 6 and goes til about 9. The kitchen will be open to accommodate hungry and thirsty folks. Learn more here.
First Fall Festival Big Success!
Belles of Newborn, C. 1896
October 19th was a BIG Day in Newborn last year!!!
1) Tour of Homes
The Newborn Garden Club (OK, that's really not us in the picture!) held a very successful event thanks to lots of volunteers! Watch for the ways we'll be prettying up downtown soon. Get info re next meetings here.
2) Newborn Schoolhouse Reunion According to all, it was the best yet! Thanks as always to those who faithfully organize it each year.
3) Newborn United Methodist Church Homecoming had a good crowd to welcome and hear the message of Jody Webb.
1) Tour of Homes
The Newborn Garden Club (OK, that's really not us in the picture!) held a very successful event thanks to lots of volunteers! Watch for the ways we'll be prettying up downtown soon. Get info re next meetings here.
2) Newborn Schoolhouse Reunion According to all, it was the best yet! Thanks as always to those who faithfully organize it each year.
3) Newborn United Methodist Church Homecoming had a good crowd to welcome and hear the message of Jody Webb.
View of downtown from top of the water tower, November, 2013.
What WERE those huge birds sitting on the water tower during our recent big snow?
Resolve to Get Involved
Town meetings are held the first Monday of each month at Town Hall. Come at 7 pm and have your say! Agendas are posted prior to the meetings, as well as minutes from recent meetings. Check the schedule here.
Newborn Mourns the Loss of Mayor Roger Sheridan, 92.
Newborn on the Radio!
Recently WABE (90.1 FM) rebroadcast a story on The Economics of Farm to Table.
"In 2003, there were nine farmers markets in Atlanta. By last year, that number had jumped to 85, according to figures from Georgia Organics. A new study from that organization claims that more food from local sources could be an economic boon to the state."
"Kate Sweeney took a closer look at the economics of farm- to-table in Georgia?from farm, to farmers' market, to plate. The journey began in Newborn, Georgia."
Listen to the whole story here.
"In 2003, there were nine farmers markets in Atlanta. By last year, that number had jumped to 85, according to figures from Georgia Organics. A new study from that organization claims that more food from local sources could be an economic boon to the state."
"Kate Sweeney took a closer look at the economics of farm- to-table in Georgia?from farm, to farmers' market, to plate. The journey began in Newborn, Georgia."
Listen to the whole story here.
New Mayor Gregg Ellwanger sworn in March 3.
Roger suffered a massive heart attack, passing away on December 3, 2013.
He was the oldest mayor in the state, but despite his age was an active leader and advocate for our community. As a retired engineer, he was proud of accomplishments such as road paving and support for the Old Schoolhouse structure. As a business person, he was diligent in seeking new businesses such as Dollar General, and as a visionary he supported the county's 2050 plan as well as the Rails to Trails effort in the county as ways to increase business and the quality of life in our town.
He had a long and interesting life, always seeking to contribute where he could. He ran for a second term of mayoral office, saying, "Everybody needs a challenge, and you don’t want to throw all of your experience away. This has been a situation where I can take my experience and put it to use. It’s a challenge to me." He was honored with a Purple Heart in World War II, and earned a very large place in the heart of Newborn. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to Newborn UMC, veteran's organizations or the Newborn Schoolhouse.
Read the newspaper article here.
He was the oldest mayor in the state, but despite his age was an active leader and advocate for our community. As a retired engineer, he was proud of accomplishments such as road paving and support for the Old Schoolhouse structure. As a business person, he was diligent in seeking new businesses such as Dollar General, and as a visionary he supported the county's 2050 plan as well as the Rails to Trails effort in the county as ways to increase business and the quality of life in our town.
He had a long and interesting life, always seeking to contribute where he could. He ran for a second term of mayoral office, saying, "Everybody needs a challenge, and you don’t want to throw all of your experience away. This has been a situation where I can take my experience and put it to use. It’s a challenge to me." He was honored with a Purple Heart in World War II, and earned a very large place in the heart of Newborn. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to Newborn UMC, veteran's organizations or the Newborn Schoolhouse.
Read the newspaper article here.
Over 200 folks came to enjoy the crafts (most booths ever!) the music (who doesn't love Johnny Roquemore's Hornyhead song!!!) the fishing tournament (congrats to our winners - see slide show below) and of course the Hornyhead QUEEN! Here's a link to a video from Covington News which features some of the music and quotes from Councilperson Martha Ellwanger. (requires flash).
You could say these nice folks are royalty in Newborn: our 2014 Hornyhead Fish Queen Christy Vandervoet and her Prince Charming Mark Vandervoet, winner of the adult category of Hornyhead Fishing.
Come Celebrate that Sherman marched through Newborn (And Kept Going!!!)
Ted Shelton, one of the notorious 8 Newborn Characters, staffing the book desk during the Tour of Homes. Perhaps it was his offer to autograph each one that caused the books to sell out the first printing?
Saturday, October 18 is the annual Schoolhouse Reunion at the Old Newborn Schoolhouse. Come at 11 to catch up with friends. At noon we'll have some delicious BBQ prepared by the good folks at Newborn UMC (see article to left) and then we'll hear readings from the book about Newborn which was published last year. Helen Amendola (pictured above on her horse) will recall the Day Roosevelt Died, and what school was like back in the day. Come and join the fun and memories! Reserve your lunch here.
Save the Date! Saturday, October 18, from 11 am - 1 pm the historic Newborn United Methodist Church will be serving their famous BBQ as part of their Homecoming Celebration. Only $8 gets you coleslaw, baked beans, bread and ½ a chicken - if you dine in you get drinks as well. Buy advance tickets here.
I. CALL TO ORDER:
II. INVOCATION:
III. PLEDGE OF ALLIGIANCE:
IV. PURPOSE:
A. Input from Planning & Zoning Commission on Conditional Use of Tattoo Parlor
Motion: Second: Approved:
B. Comments and input from Commission on Mayor & Council taking over the Planning & Zoning duties:
Motion: Second: Approved:
V. ADJOURNMENT:
Motion: Second: Approved:
II. INVOCATION:
III. PLEDGE OF ALLIGIANCE:
IV. PURPOSE:
A. Input from Planning & Zoning Commission on Conditional Use of Tattoo Parlor
Motion: Second: Approved:
B. Comments and input from Commission on Mayor & Council taking over the Planning & Zoning duties:
Motion: Second: Approved:
V. ADJOURNMENT:
Motion: Second: Approved:
Declared to be the best Arbor Day celebration in recent memory, on February 22 almost 200 folks enjoyed a free hotdog, met Smoky Bear, and took home their choice of dogwood or Georgia Oak seedling.
Here's a great video (flash required) by Covington News' Darrell Everidge featuring Dennis Fincher and a few other Newborn Pickers Circle buddies who provided music.
Several people spoke in appreciation of late Mayor Roger Sheridan when a tree and stone marker were dedicated in his memory. Mayor Sheridan led Newborn's recovery efforts after the tornado of 2011 destroyed dozens of trees in town.
Beryl Budd, retired Forester, demonstrated how to plant a new tree successfully. A representative of the Georgia Forestry Commission presented Newborn with a 14th Tree City designation for ongoing participation in this program.
Here's a great video (flash required) by Covington News' Darrell Everidge featuring Dennis Fincher and a few other Newborn Pickers Circle buddies who provided music.
Several people spoke in appreciation of late Mayor Roger Sheridan when a tree and stone marker were dedicated in his memory. Mayor Sheridan led Newborn's recovery efforts after the tornado of 2011 destroyed dozens of trees in town.
Beryl Budd, retired Forester, demonstrated how to plant a new tree successfully. A representative of the Georgia Forestry Commission presented Newborn with a 14th Tree City designation for ongoing participation in this program.
Qualifying for Newborn Town Council Elections has closed, and because they are unopposed, Mayor Sheridan and Martha Ellwanger will continue to serve our town. Tom Kreiger decided not to run again for his seat. SO, a BIG THANK YOU to Ruth for stepping up and getting involved.
Do you have good ideas and a love of Newborn? Start attending council meetings, and run for office at the next election!
Do you have good ideas and a love of Newborn? Start attending council meetings, and run for office at the next election!
Congratulations, Ruth Sams!
Santa at the Park Santa Claus himself will be at our Town Park from 4 - 6 pm to hear from all the neighbor kids. Bring your camera for a great photo op! There will be hot chocolate and cookies, and music provided by the Newborn Pickers Circle.
Live Nativity Newborn UMC (just across the road a little bit) will have a live Nativity scene from 6-8 pm - come on over and see the story of the First Christmas! (It will also be held Sunday night the 15th from 6-8 pm)
Live Nativity Newborn UMC (just across the road a little bit) will have a live Nativity scene from 6-8 pm - come on over and see the story of the First Christmas! (It will also be held Sunday night the 15th from 6-8 pm)
Christmas in Newborn
Saturday, December 14!
Sorry, the presenter is ill and new date will be announced soon.
Health Navigator Ashley Wadley will be present from 5 - 6 pm (time tentative) at the Newborn Branch Library to give general information and answer questions about the Affordable Health Act for future consumers.
Health Navigator Ashley Wadley will be present from 5 - 6 pm (time tentative) at the Newborn Branch Library to give general information and answer questions about the Affordable Health Act for future consumers.
Good music going on! The Newborn Pickers Circle plays together on some Saturday nights at the park.
Newborn neighbors also provided watermelon for the 65 mile break for the Covington Century.
Hornyhead Festival Winners
2013 Hornyhead Queen Heather Jackson
It was a big day in Newborn! A fishing tournament, live music (featuring Johnny Roquemore singing his Hornyhead Song!), craft and bargain booths, food, Hornyhead Queen, and a PARADE!
Want to see more photos? Click this link to the Covington News' site.
Want to see more photos? Click this link to the Covington News' site.
New Town Park is, well, AWESOME!
There's just no other word for this amazing addition to our community. Special thanks to Tom Kreiger for his energetic design and building of the park, along with our town workers Bear and Keith.
It has swings, grills, horseshoes, a walking path, and a large pavilion! And the largest fig tree anywhere. It's already in use by families, local musicians and more. Check it out soon!
Want to reserve it for your reunion or birthday party? Click here.
Newborn hosted rest stop for Covington Century in August - a bit of shade, snacks, water and benches were most appreciated.
It has swings, grills, horseshoes, a walking path, and a large pavilion! And the largest fig tree anywhere. It's already in use by families, local musicians and more. Check it out soon!
Want to reserve it for your reunion or birthday party? Click here.
Newborn hosted rest stop for Covington Century in August - a bit of shade, snacks, water and benches were most appreciated.
Art Workshops and Classes
With the warm weather come our spring and summer classes and camps packed full with fun family activities! Beauty and Beast Art invites you to come play with us! For more information to sign up, call or e-mail Elizabeth Collins at (770)-367-1203 OR spaelizabeth@gmail.com
Seed Beaded Bracelet “Road Trip” (adults)
Workshop Tuesday, May 14th 6:30pm-9:00pm
Fee: $60.00
Beauty and Beast Art Studio
Bring Mom or a girlfriend to make a very unique seed beaded bracelet. No experience is necessary… but you may want to bring your glasses! Thousands of bead choices and combos available.
Hors` Doeuvres, Anyone?
Workshop Sunday, June 23rd 1:00-4:00
Fee: $60.00
Beauty and Beast Art Studio
Create several clay serving pieces (such as trays and bowls) to impress your guests….they make great gifts too!
Face Jug Workshop (adults)
Workshop Sunday, July 14th 1:00-4:00
Fee $60.00
Beauty and Beast Art Studio
Learn the basics of pottery while creating a traditional folk pottery face jug. (Some experience working with clay is helpful, but not required.) Hand building, throwing and sculpting techniques will be used as well as some discussion of surface decoration.
Creative Kids Art Camp
3 day camp, June 24-26 10:00am-2:00pm
Children Ages 7-11
Fee: $ 115
Beauty and Beast Art Studio
Taught by Sarah Beth Collins, this camp includes learning the basics of sketching, painting, and pottery that will unearth your child’s inner creativity and artistic ability. Lunch is included… and made by your culinary geniuses!
Beauty and Beast Art Studio, 2855 Broughton Rd, Newborn, GA 30056
With the warm weather come our spring and summer classes and camps packed full with fun family activities! Beauty and Beast Art invites you to come play with us! For more information to sign up, call or e-mail Elizabeth Collins at (770)-367-1203 OR spaelizabeth@gmail.com
Seed Beaded Bracelet “Road Trip” (adults)
Workshop Tuesday, May 14th 6:30pm-9:00pm
Fee: $60.00
Beauty and Beast Art Studio
Bring Mom or a girlfriend to make a very unique seed beaded bracelet. No experience is necessary… but you may want to bring your glasses! Thousands of bead choices and combos available.
Hors` Doeuvres, Anyone?
Workshop Sunday, June 23rd 1:00-4:00
Fee: $60.00
Beauty and Beast Art Studio
Create several clay serving pieces (such as trays and bowls) to impress your guests….they make great gifts too!
Face Jug Workshop (adults)
Workshop Sunday, July 14th 1:00-4:00
Fee $60.00
Beauty and Beast Art Studio
Learn the basics of pottery while creating a traditional folk pottery face jug. (Some experience working with clay is helpful, but not required.) Hand building, throwing and sculpting techniques will be used as well as some discussion of surface decoration.
Creative Kids Art Camp
3 day camp, June 24-26 10:00am-2:00pm
Children Ages 7-11
Fee: $ 115
Beauty and Beast Art Studio
Taught by Sarah Beth Collins, this camp includes learning the basics of sketching, painting, and pottery that will unearth your child’s inner creativity and artistic ability. Lunch is included… and made by your culinary geniuses!
Beauty and Beast Art Studio, 2855 Broughton Rd, Newborn, GA 30056
Post Office Reduces Hours effective 1/14
The USPS has announced that the new hours for the Newborn PO will be 7:30 am-11:30 am. Access to boxes will continue to be 24/7. Mansfield will have afternoon hours if you need window service after ours is closed.
Arbor Day Celebration Saturday, February 23
Arbor Day is a big deal in Newborn. Starting in 1998 the Tree Board has planted close to 300 trees in Newborn!
Special thanks to our Sponsors:
Food - Blackwells Grocery
Fun Tree Climbing - Arbor Equity
Seedlings - Town of Newborn and Covington Service Guild.
Kids in trees - kids on the swings - and maybe catfish in the parking lot! A good time was had by all.
Want to get involved with the Newborn Tree Board? Click here.
Special thanks to our Sponsors:
Food - Blackwells Grocery
Fun Tree Climbing - Arbor Equity
Seedlings - Town of Newborn and Covington Service Guild.
Kids in trees - kids on the swings - and maybe catfish in the parking lot! A good time was had by all.
Want to get involved with the Newborn Tree Board? Click here.
Pottery Classes and Workshops
Classes are offered at the Sparkle Plenty Art Studio on Broughton Road in Newborn. Call 770-367-1203 or email for more details on classes and art shows!
Hornyhead Fishing Tournament and Festival
2012 Parade
Saturday, April 27, come join the fun at the Old Newborn Schoolhouse!
There will be a fishing tournament for all ages (free poles for the kids!) music, BBQ, craft and bargain booths - and a PARADE!
Learn more here.
There will be a fishing tournament for all ages (free poles for the kids!) music, BBQ, craft and bargain booths - and a PARADE!
Learn more here.
Welcome to Correct Cleaners!
Correct Cleaners, a dry-cleaning and laundry service based in Monticello, has opened a branch in Newborn. Conveniently located on Highway 142 and open every day except Sunday, they can also handle minor alterations. Drop off your party clothes, they will be processed in Monticello and back to Newborn in no time!
Call 706-476-1245 and speak with Kris Agustin, manager, for specifics.
"When you look good, we look good" is their slogan!
Call 706-476-1245 and speak with Kris Agustin, manager, for specifics.
"When you look good, we look good" is their slogan!
Elvis Sighting in Newborn This Saturday!
Doug Jones, as Elvis, will be appearing as Santa at the Newborn Community Center at the Old Schoolhouse on Saturday, December 1 from 7-9 pm. Admission is free with an unwrapped toy or nonperishable food item. Fun for the whole family - food will be available, and photos with Santa.
Also appearing: Dwayne Rowe as Jerry Lee Lewis. All toys will be distributed in the local area.
Also appearing: Dwayne Rowe as Jerry Lee Lewis. All toys will be distributed in the local area.
Help Elvis Help
Santa on Saturday!
Doug Jones, as Elvis, will be appearing as Santa at the Newborn Community Center at the Old Schoolhouse on Saturday, December 1 from 7-9 pm. Admission is free with an unwrapped toy or nonperishable food item. Fun for the whole family - food will be available, and photos with Santa.
Special Called Council Meeting
7 pm
I. CALL TO ORDER:
II. INVOCATION:
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
IV. PURPOSE: Public hearing on revising the CN zoning use chart, to change the following use from “CU” (Conditional Use) to “A”, (a Permitted use): “Machine shop, metal fabrication- no outdoor work in view of ROW or residential uses, not to exceed 9,000 SF.”.
PUBLIC HEARING:
Comments & Input:
Motion: Second: Approved:
V. Other items of discussion:
A. Sunday sales of Beer & Wine:
Motion: Second: Approved:
B. City of Walaska: (approved Sunday sales by vote of Mayor and Council -
no referendum)
C. Sidewalk on Hwy 142:
Motion: Second: Approved:
VI. ADJOURNMENT:
Motion: Second: Approved:
Vii. PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Newborn Code of Ordinance (Sect. 3-206 - 7, 8)
7. Manner of Addressing Council. No member, while the Council is in session, shall speak on any subject unless recognized by the presiding officer. Every speaker shall address the chair, and no member shall interrupt anyone who is speaking, except to call him to order or for explanation.
8. Limitations on Addressing Council. Any person not a member of Council who desires to address the Council shall first secure the permission of the presiding officer, and then shall step up, give his name and address in an audible tone of voice for the record, and direct his remarks to the Council as a body rather than to any particular member, limiting such remarks to five (5) minutes unless additional time is granted by Council.
Photo by Sue Ann Kuhn-Smith, courtesy of the Newton Citizen
Historic Preservation Begins at Home!
Many of the homes in Newborn are historic. Much of the town is in the Historical District, but surrounding homes need a little TLC, too! Here's a link to some tips keeping your home in good shape while preserving the history.
Below is a "before"... stay tuned! And send in your pictures and stories to share!
Below is a "before"... stay tuned! And send in your pictures and stories to share!
Veterans Day
Thanks to Newborn World War II vets: Richard Hartman, Thomas Hartman, William Hartman, Alfred Kelly, Hugh Kelly, William Kelly, James Meriwether, and Roger Sheridan. Read the whole Newton County list here.
Sunflower Festival
July 2,3 and 4th just down the road off Keecheefoonee Road! Learn more here.
Please join the fun on Saturday, December 11 at the Newborn Community Center in the Old Schoolhouse.
From 4 - 6 pm there will be crafts, food, sing-a-long caroling, and pictures with Santa! At 6 pm we'll parade from the schoolhouse to the Zeigler-Childs Building downtown to light Newborn's town tree.
Fun and free!
From 4 - 6 pm there will be crafts, food, sing-a-long caroling, and pictures with Santa! At 6 pm we'll parade from the schoolhouse to the Zeigler-Childs Building downtown to light Newborn's town tree.
Fun and free!
Great bike-riding weather!
Summer in a Little Town
Horneyhead Fish Tournament and
Newborn Area Heritage Trust Festival.
After a brief hiatus, it's BACK! April 30
8 am - fishing tournament
Noon - parade
Childrens Activities, flea market and craft booths.
Details here.
8 am - fishing tournament
Noon - parade
Childrens Activities, flea market and craft booths.
Details here.
What's wrong with this tree?
Need more help with your trees? The Georgia Forestry Commission provides technical assistance that will help communities and individuals throughout Georgia manage and conserve community trees and forests. The GFC is no longer able to conduct individual site visits. We can electronically answer technical questions about management, tree planting and care, insect and disease issues and tree conservation through the “Ask the Arborist” portal on the GFC website where we maintain a digital library of publications that illuminates issues and opportunities for tree care and management. In addition, you can send in a digital images for review to help determine the best course of action for the tree(s). Additionally, the GFC provides a link to Arborists certified by the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) who conduct fee-based site visits that can help homeowners determine their tree care solutions.
Broughton Artists Show
April 1-3 just down the road from Newborn. Learn more here.
Mansfield Farmers Market
Saturday mornings starting at 8 am in the Mansfield United Methodist parking lot. Runs through the fall. Mmmmm.
Water Bills for Newborn to Increase
NOTICE Due to an increase in the wholesale water rate from Newton County , the Town of Newborn has had to raise the water rates in order to stay solvent. The new pricing will be from $11.18 to $11.43 for the first 1000 gallons, and from $3.58 to $3.83 for anything over 1000 gallons. These prices will become effective on your July/August water bill.
Thank you,
Mayor & Council
Thank you,
Mayor & Council
NOTICE OF ELECTION CANCELLATION
Pursuant to O.C.G.A. § 21-2-291, notice is hereby given that The Town of Newborns General Election scheduled for November 8, 2011 is canceled.
The following candidates have qualified for office and are unopposed: For Post #1: Gene Downs
For Post # 2: Per Town Charter Section 2.12 Subsections (a) (c) and Town Code Section 3-203: Vacancies; the Mayor and Council will appoint Post #2 at the first council meeting January 2012.
The following candidates have qualified for office and are unopposed: For Post #1: Gene Downs
For Post # 2: Per Town Charter Section 2.12 Subsections (a) (c) and Town Code Section 3-203: Vacancies; the Mayor and Council will appoint Post #2 at the first council meeting January 2012.
Broughton Art Festival
October 28 (6-9pm), 29 (10am - 5 pm) and 30 (noon - 5pm)
It happens once a year and there's always a great turn out. Lots of artists including jewelery makers, pottery, sculpture, and painting - and more. Plus food and drinks! 2855 Broughton Road. For details email artist Sam Traina.
It happens once a year and there's always a great turn out. Lots of artists including jewelery makers, pottery, sculpture, and painting - and more. Plus food and drinks! 2855 Broughton Road. For details email artist Sam Traina.
Pregnancy and Newborn Magazine Shoot
The October issue was shot here in July. Poor model for fall and winter maternity clothes! But how appropriate to shoot it in Newborn! Here's a video behind the scenes on the shoot.
Local Organic Farm Honored
for Conservation Practices
Crystal Organic Farm has been named Newton County's Conservationist of the Year by the Upper Ocmulgee River Soil and Water Conservation District. You've probably driven down Johnson Street towards Morgan County and wondered what all that plastic is about - it's not only about extending growing seasons but it's a model of water conservation as well. Read more here. This farm is one of the most successful organic farms in the state. If you are a small farmer wanting to learn more about this farm and more, register here for a tour, or contact your NRCS agent.
Town Work Session November 17
to Address Zoning Request
Dollar General proposes opening a store in Newborn. Here is the agenda and rules for speaking.
Broughton Artists Show
April 1 - opening reception 6-9pm
April 2 - 10am-5pm
April 3 1-5 pm
Indoor show at Sparkle Plenty Studios, 2855 Broughton Road, will feature a variety of media from pottery to stained glass, jewelry, wood carving, painting, natural soaps, and more! Live artist demonstrations. Call for details: 706.352.9371 and view some of the artists' work here.
April 2 - 10am-5pm
April 3 1-5 pm
Indoor show at Sparkle Plenty Studios, 2855 Broughton Road, will feature a variety of media from pottery to stained glass, jewelry, wood carving, painting, natural soaps, and more! Live artist demonstrations. Call for details: 706.352.9371 and view some of the artists' work here.
Vacation Bible School
Services for Buddy Rowe
The community of Newborn has lost a special friend - Buddy Rowe (father of town clerk, Lisa Rowe). He started the Georgia Hummers group, the Horneyhead Festival, and lots more. He was a long time member of Shiloh Baptist.
Visitation will be at Caldwell & Cown Funeral Home -
1215 Access Road, Covington, GA
Tuesday July 3rd - 6pm-8pm Wednesday July 4th 6pm-8pm.
The funeral will be held at Shiloh Baptist Church - 9595 Hwy 142, Newborn, GA on Thursday, July 5th @ 11AM.
Visitation will be at Caldwell & Cown Funeral Home -
1215 Access Road, Covington, GA
Tuesday July 3rd - 6pm-8pm Wednesday July 4th 6pm-8pm.
The funeral will be held at Shiloh Baptist Church - 9595 Hwy 142, Newborn, GA on Thursday, July 5th @ 11AM.
Newborn Named by National Arbor Day
We've been designated as a Tree City USA Community for the 10th year in a row for our commitment to Urban Forestry. Learn more about how trees benefit towns, read the entire document here.
Newborn Recieves Urban Forestry Grant
A $4,825 grant is given courtesy of the Georgia Urban Forest Council to help replant trees lost in the recent storms. Read the whole story in the Newton Citizen here.
Vote for our own local Hometown Hero
Greg Elwanger, Newborn resident, was the YMCA's Volunteer of the Year for his great work with their swim teams.
Read more here about him. Vote here (once a day until March 31!) in the Covington New's HomeTown Hero contest and help recognize our good neighbor.
Read more here about him. Vote here (once a day until March 31!) in the Covington New's HomeTown Hero contest and help recognize our good neighbor.
Newborn's New Park Open for Fun!
This bike ride has four routes of various lengths, all departing at 7:30 am from the Newton Conference Center. The 63 and 100 milers will blow through town on their way through the back roads of Newton County - they'll cover Mansfield, Starrsville, Newborn, Oxford, Rutledge, and Porterdale (not in that order!) We'll greet them at our new park and offer riders water and a encouragement. Afterwards there is free pizza and a beach party!
This ride will benefit three nonprofits: Newton Trails, Hometown Animal Rescue and Pound Puppies and Kittens. Want to volunteer? Email the ride director to volunteer for the event, or check with Tom Krieger in the Town Council to help with the local effort. Learn more here.
This ride will benefit three nonprofits: Newton Trails, Hometown Animal Rescue and Pound Puppies and Kittens. Want to volunteer? Email the ride director to volunteer for the event, or check with Tom Krieger in the Town Council to help with the local effort. Learn more here.
(right) The heroic but sweaty tree watering team volunteers once a week to water the trees planted after the tornado. Thanks, all!
Rutledge Country Fair
May 21, 9 am
Local folks go to the Antiques Road Show!
When the popular PBS show came to Atlanta, several interesting artifacts of Newborn's history submitted by town residents were examined by the experts.
Tornado Strikes Newborn
April 27 2011 - No One Hurt
The downtown area of Newborn was decimated by a strong storm which took down many hundred year old trees. Several houses were hit by the trees, but miraculously no one was injured. Work crews had power back up by Friday afternoon, and the sound of chainsaws will continue for a while. Read the Covington News article here. Here is the official path from the National Weather Service. If you have photos to share please email them and we'll post. Newborn was previously struck by a tornado in 1866 - at least two people died in that storm.
Firearm Ordinance Changed
Within the city limits, residents now may use shotguns only to eliminate "nuisance smaller game" during daylight hours, on one’s own property and if they are more than 250 feet from property lines and roadways. Read the complete ordinance here.
REALLY local food
Gene Downs' garden
Gardens all over town are growing - if you don't like zucchini, remember to lock your car so no one can leave you any in the back seat.
Newton Trails Presents Newborn with Check
Maurice Carter, Chair of Newton Trails, presents Mayor Roger Sheridan with a check for $1000 to be used on the new community park. The Mayor and Town Council have consistently supported the same values as Newton Trails, with respect for active transportation, greenspace preservation, and quality of life.
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Town Slogan Announced
Thanks to the over 150 people who voted, we have a new town slogan: Newborn, A Town With Characters. The person who suggested this slogan generously donated her prize money back to the cause of restoring the Newborn Community Center, the Old Schoolhouse. (She's a character herself!)
Dollar General Opens
The long awaited Dollar General on Hwy 142 is open for business! They carry a wide variety of merchandise, from grocery staples to school supplies and more.
Open from 8 am to 9 pm.
Open from 8 am to 9 pm.
Seedlings and instructions handed out.
Save the Date: Horneyhead Fish Festival!
April 28th, Saturday, at the Old Newborn Schoolhouse Community Center.
Fishing Tournament for all ages, Vendors, Live Music, and a Parade.
THIS is why you live in a small town, folks! More details here.
Fishing Tournament for all ages, Vendors, Live Music, and a Parade.
THIS is why you live in a small town, folks! More details here.
Country Critters Corral Petting Zoo
Whether searching for the perfect birthday party location, a fun and informative field trip, or a tranquil setting for your next group gathering, Country Critters Corral has what you are looking for! Come on "down to the farm" for an enjoyable visit with your favorite farm animals. You'll enjoy petting, brushing and interacting with our friendly critters. Afterwards stay and enjoy your picnic in our covered picnic area. If you like, we'll bring a mini version of our petting zoo to you. 770-385-8490
Your input is invited and needed!
A new park is in the works for Newborn!
The Mayor and Council continue to plan this exciting new park, plus upgrades around the property of the Old Schoolhouse. The Town is fortunate to be working with UGA students this spring who will be suggesting a plan / design and who seek input from the citizens of Newborn and the surrounding area. Feel free to email your thoughts or stop by Town Hall to see drawings in progress.
The Mayor and Council continue to plan this exciting new park, plus upgrades around the property of the Old Schoolhouse. The Town is fortunate to be working with UGA students this spring who will be suggesting a plan / design and who seek input from the citizens of Newborn and the surrounding area. Feel free to email your thoughts or stop by Town Hall to see drawings in progress.
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February 11 Newborn Celebrates Arbor Day
Tree Climbing for Kids, Free Seedlings
Please see details on our home page.
A big THANK YOU to sponsors Blackwell Grocery in Mansfield and Arbor Equity in Covington.
A big THANK YOU to sponsors Blackwell Grocery in Mansfield and Arbor Equity in Covington.
Winter in Newborn
Enjoy the lighting of the Tree at Town Hall on December 2 at 6 pm, and the party to follow at the Old Newborn Schoolhouse.
If you have photos of the holidays from your home or farm in Newborn, please submit them here and we'll post!
If you have photos of the holidays from your home or farm in Newborn, please submit them here and we'll post!
Cheer on our Neighbor Porterdale
Another small municipality in Newton County, Porterdale is trying to win a Reader's Digest contest called, "We Hear You America." It is free to register and vote online here, and you might just help our neighbors win even more (they've already received $1,000 through their efforts). Enter their zipcode 30070.
Springtime in Newborn
The Hogan Home
Summer Fun at the Library
Librarian Leata Spears announces a great series for children of all ages at the Newborn Library this summer in addition to a fun reading program called "One World, Many Stories"! The dates run through July 20 and include special story times and magicians!
For the schedule please click here.
For the schedule please click here.
Newborn's Arbor Day
After losing many of our lovely trees in last spring's tornado, we celebrated Arbor Day 2012 with hotdogs, drinks and chips (courtesy of Blackwell Grocery in Mansfield). a fun
Tree Climbing Activity for the kids (sponsored by Arbor Equity of Covington), free tree seedlings (thanks to the Town of Newborn and the Covington Service Guild) plus we had a very special guest: Smokey the Bear!
Big progress already! You may have noticed around town that so far 8 donated trees have been moved from DNR Charlie Elliott WMA to Newborn using the Georgia Forestry Commission Tree spade, 14 trees from Moon's Tree Farm have been planted and 34 more trees from Jack's Creek Tree Farm will be installed in January. The purchased trees were paid for with the GUFC Grant (see below). Citizens have agreed that after the initial planting they will keep the trees healthy by mulching and watering in the critical first few years.
Want to get involved? Join the Newborn Tree Board, which meets sporadically as needed but primarily volunteers to help our town's trees stay healthy. Call Town Hall at 770-787-1660 or email for more information.
Tree Climbing Activity for the kids (sponsored by Arbor Equity of Covington), free tree seedlings (thanks to the Town of Newborn and the Covington Service Guild) plus we had a very special guest: Smokey the Bear!
Big progress already! You may have noticed around town that so far 8 donated trees have been moved from DNR Charlie Elliott WMA to Newborn using the Georgia Forestry Commission Tree spade, 14 trees from Moon's Tree Farm have been planted and 34 more trees from Jack's Creek Tree Farm will be installed in January. The purchased trees were paid for with the GUFC Grant (see below). Citizens have agreed that after the initial planting they will keep the trees healthy by mulching and watering in the critical first few years.
Want to get involved? Join the Newborn Tree Board, which meets sporadically as needed but primarily volunteers to help our town's trees stay healthy. Call Town Hall at 770-787-1660 or email for more information.
Scene Around Newborn
This yard is sprouting fanciful windmills! We ARE A Town with Characters!
Buy Local!
Save gas, support your neighbors!
Opportunities
Click here to go to our free listing of business opportunites (real estate for rent/sale, employment, etc).
Figs are ripe!
Looking for Newborn AlumsIf you or someone you know attended the old Newborn School (now the Community Center) please let us know below. If you prefer, just call the Town Hall at 770-787-1660 and leave your information.
Photos from our pastWatch for more photos as we collect them. If you have some to share, or if you recognize some of the faces with ? in the captions, please email us. Or, bring photos by Town Hall for scanning - we'll give them right back to you!
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Newborn Area Heritage Trust
The "Old School House" served many generations of Newborn youth, and is a great gathering place for reunions, weddings and events.
This local group is interested in preserving the historic nature of our area. Learn more about the Newborn Area Heritage Trust here! |
Please Join Us!
Newborn Dixie Jubilee
Welcome to live entertainment in Newborn! Join the fun on each first and third Saturday nights at the Old Newborn Schoolhouse Community Center.
Doors and kitchen open at 5 pm, and the music starts at 6 pm. Light fare served at a moderate price (hot dogs, sodas, etc) The house band, featuring Steve Biggers, is the Dixie Ramblers, but watch for a variety of local artists performing. Check the lineup here and get more details here.
Doors and kitchen open at 5 pm, and the music starts at 6 pm. Light fare served at a moderate price (hot dogs, sodas, etc) The house band, featuring Steve Biggers, is the Dixie Ramblers, but watch for a variety of local artists performing. Check the lineup here and get more details here.
Quarterly Newspaper
Click here to read the latest edition!
The Town of Newborn
Council Meeting
Agenda
August 2, 2010
7 pm
Thought for the day…
Coming together is a beginning. Keeping together is progress. Working together is success. ~Henry Ford
I. CALL TO ORDER:
II. INVOCATION:
III. PLEDGE OF ALLIGIANCE
IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
July 12th Council Meeting:
Motion:
Second:
Approved:
July 19th Work Session:
Motion:
Second:
Approved:
V. OLD BUSINESS:
A. Deputy Doug Clifton to update Mayor, Council and citizens on the activities for the month of July.
B. Water rate increase:
2nd and final reading to amend the Code of Ordinance: Chapter 20: Section 20-101; Item 1. Amend from 11.00 to 11.18 for the first 1000 gallons, and from 3.40 to 3.58 for anything over 1000 gallons.
Motion:
Second:
Approved:
C. Schoolhouse:
D. Parking: Town Hall:
E. RR to Trails:
F. Painting – Town Hall:
G. Personnel manual for Town:
Motion:
Second:
Approved:
H. Holidays (Newborn / Newton County)
Motion:
Second:
Approved:
I. Slogan for the Town of Newborn /Creating a task force
Motion:
Second:
Approved:
VI. NEW BUSINESS:
A. Dollar General:
B. Pre-Application Grant Meeting:
Motion:
Second:
Approved:
C. Trash/Debris in yards (received verbal complaint from citizen, concerned over trash and debris visible in several yards around town).
D. Invoice #850.5580 in the amount of $490.00 for Lambert, Reitman and Abney, L.L.C.
Motion:
Second:
Approved:
VII. PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Newborn Code of Ordinance (Sect. 3-206 - 7, 8)
7. Manner of Addressing Council. No member, while the Council is in session, shall speak on any subject unless recognized by the presiding officer.Every speaker shall address the chair, and no member shall interrupt anyone who is speaking, except to call him to order or for explanation.
8. Limitations on Addressing Council. Any person not a member of Council who desires to address the Council shall first secure the permission of the presiding officer, and then shall step up, give his name and address in an audible tone of voice for the record, and direct his remarks to the Council as a body rather than to any particular member, limiting such remarks to five (5) minutes unless additional time is granted by Council.
VIII. ADJOURN REGULAR SESSION:
Motion:
Second:
Approved:
IX. ENTER EXECUTIVE SESSION: (Personnel matter)
Motion:
Second:
Approved:
X. ADJOURN EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Motion:
Second:
Approved:
XI. ENTER REGULAR SESSION:
Personnel:
Motion:
Second:
Approved:
XII. ADJOURNMENT:
Motion:
Second:
Approved:
Coming together is a beginning. Keeping together is progress. Working together is success. ~Henry Ford
I. CALL TO ORDER:
II. INVOCATION:
III. PLEDGE OF ALLIGIANCE
IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
July 12th Council Meeting:
Motion:
Second:
Approved:
July 19th Work Session:
Motion:
Second:
Approved:
V. OLD BUSINESS:
A. Deputy Doug Clifton to update Mayor, Council and citizens on the activities for the month of July.
B. Water rate increase:
2nd and final reading to amend the Code of Ordinance: Chapter 20: Section 20-101; Item 1. Amend from 11.00 to 11.18 for the first 1000 gallons, and from 3.40 to 3.58 for anything over 1000 gallons.
Motion:
Second:
Approved:
C. Schoolhouse:
D. Parking: Town Hall:
E. RR to Trails:
F. Painting – Town Hall:
G. Personnel manual for Town:
Motion:
Second:
Approved:
H. Holidays (Newborn / Newton County)
Motion:
Second:
Approved:
I. Slogan for the Town of Newborn /Creating a task force
Motion:
Second:
Approved:
VI. NEW BUSINESS:
A. Dollar General:
B. Pre-Application Grant Meeting:
Motion:
Second:
Approved:
C. Trash/Debris in yards (received verbal complaint from citizen, concerned over trash and debris visible in several yards around town).
D. Invoice #850.5580 in the amount of $490.00 for Lambert, Reitman and Abney, L.L.C.
Motion:
Second:
Approved:
VII. PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Newborn Code of Ordinance (Sect. 3-206 - 7, 8)
7. Manner of Addressing Council. No member, while the Council is in session, shall speak on any subject unless recognized by the presiding officer.Every speaker shall address the chair, and no member shall interrupt anyone who is speaking, except to call him to order or for explanation.
8. Limitations on Addressing Council. Any person not a member of Council who desires to address the Council shall first secure the permission of the presiding officer, and then shall step up, give his name and address in an audible tone of voice for the record, and direct his remarks to the Council as a body rather than to any particular member, limiting such remarks to five (5) minutes unless additional time is granted by Council.
VIII. ADJOURN REGULAR SESSION:
Motion:
Second:
Approved:
IX. ENTER EXECUTIVE SESSION: (Personnel matter)
Motion:
Second:
Approved:
X. ADJOURN EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Motion:
Second:
Approved:
XI. ENTER REGULAR SESSION:
Personnel:
Motion:
Second:
Approved:
XII. ADJOURNMENT:
Motion:
Second:
Approved:
Bingo
A fund-raiser for the Newborn Area Heritage Trust, this family activity is held monthly at the Zeigler-Childs Building downtown. Please join us - all are welcome!
6 - 8 pm
$10 to play all evening
Prizes!
6 - 8 pm
$10 to play all evening
Prizes!
The Town of Newborn
Council Meeting
Monday November 1 - 7 PM
AGENDA
Thought for the day….
As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them. ~John Fitzgerald Kennedy
I. Call to order:
II. Invocation:
III: Pledge of Allegiance:
IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
October 6th Council Meeting:
Motion:
Second:
Approved:
October 18th Work Session:
Motion:
Second:
Approved:
V. OLD BUSINESS:
A. Deputy Doug Clifton to update Mayor, Council, and citizens on the activities for the month of October.
B. Package Sales Ordinance; Second Reading:
Motion:
Second:
Approved:
C. Dollar General:
D. Trees @ Quik Stop:
VI. NEW BUSINESS:
A. State Ethics Commission: New requirements for Mayor and Council and “cleaning up” of system to meet compliance from 2005-2010.
Motion:
Second:
Approved:
B. Work session on Nov. 15 has been changed to a special called meeting on Wednesday, November 17th @ 7PM to vote on Dollar General (after Planning and Zoning hearing on November 15th @ 7PM).
C. Resolution to recognize the Northeast Georgia Plan for Bicycling and Walking.
Motion:
Second:
Approved:
D. Budget:
VII. PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Newborn Code of Ordinance (Sect. 3-206 - 7, 8)
7. Manner of Addressing Council. No member, while the Council is in session, shall speak on any subject unless recognized by the presiding officer. Every speaker shall address the chair, and no member shall interrupt anyone who is speaking, except to call him to order or for explanation.
8. Limitations on Addressing Council. Any person not a member of Council who desires to address the Council shall first secure the permission of the presiding officer, and then shall step up, give his name and address in an audible tone of voice for the record, and direct his remarks to the Council as a body rather than to any particular member, limiting such remarks to five (5) minutes unless additional time is granted by Council.
VIII. ADJOURNMENT:
Motion:
Second:
Approved:
As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them. ~John Fitzgerald Kennedy
I. Call to order:
II. Invocation:
III: Pledge of Allegiance:
IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
October 6th Council Meeting:
Motion:
Second:
Approved:
October 18th Work Session:
Motion:
Second:
Approved:
V. OLD BUSINESS:
A. Deputy Doug Clifton to update Mayor, Council, and citizens on the activities for the month of October.
B. Package Sales Ordinance; Second Reading:
Motion:
Second:
Approved:
C. Dollar General:
D. Trees @ Quik Stop:
VI. NEW BUSINESS:
A. State Ethics Commission: New requirements for Mayor and Council and “cleaning up” of system to meet compliance from 2005-2010.
Motion:
Second:
Approved:
B. Work session on Nov. 15 has been changed to a special called meeting on Wednesday, November 17th @ 7PM to vote on Dollar General (after Planning and Zoning hearing on November 15th @ 7PM).
C. Resolution to recognize the Northeast Georgia Plan for Bicycling and Walking.
Motion:
Second:
Approved:
D. Budget:
VII. PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Newborn Code of Ordinance (Sect. 3-206 - 7, 8)
7. Manner of Addressing Council. No member, while the Council is in session, shall speak on any subject unless recognized by the presiding officer. Every speaker shall address the chair, and no member shall interrupt anyone who is speaking, except to call him to order or for explanation.
8. Limitations on Addressing Council. Any person not a member of Council who desires to address the Council shall first secure the permission of the presiding officer, and then shall step up, give his name and address in an audible tone of voice for the record, and direct his remarks to the Council as a body rather than to any particular member, limiting such remarks to five (5) minutes unless additional time is granted by Council.
VIII. ADJOURNMENT:
Motion:
Second:
Approved:
Art Show this Month at Broughton
Next Neighborhood Watch Program March 24
Following up on the success of the February meeting, plan to come to the next one. Special guest is Mike Smith, Director of 911. Learn more about the meeting here. Deputy Sheriff Clinton has a new resource to share - a crime map of Newton County which is updated weekly. Click here, then select "Crime Map" on the left hand column.
Horneyhead Fishing Tournament and Festival
Horneyhead Queen Mary with the winning fish. (note the fishing lure earrings!)
This fish (OK, it's a fancy minnow) is one of Newborn's characters, so we celebrate at the Old Schoolhouse each year with a fishing tournament (categories for kids, size, number of bumps...), music, a market, BBQ, and top it off with a PARADE! Learn more here.
Grand Re-Opening of our Community Center - the Old Schoolhouse
A crowd of alumni, friends and music fans of all ages gathered to celebrate the completion of roof and foundation repairs enabling us to once again have a great community center. Many thanks to those who contributed money and effort to make this dream possible.
Read the article from the Covington News here.
Read the article from the Covington News here.
Crime Reports
He's a REALLY big teddy bear!
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Warm Alumni Friends
Downtown
Pecan trees iced over.
Thought for the Day
Mother - that was the bank where we deposited all our hurts and worries.
~T. DeWitt Talmage
Mother - that was the bank where we deposited all our hurts and worries.
~T. DeWitt Talmage
Horneyhead Fish Tournament is Back!
Save the date:
Saturday, April 30, 2011
Fishing + a Festival - doesn't get much better than this!
Fishing at 8 am, Parade at noon.
Children's activities, artists booths, flea market, and more. Details here.
Saturday, April 30, 2011
Fishing + a Festival - doesn't get much better than this!
Fishing at 8 am, Parade at noon.
Children's activities, artists booths, flea market, and more. Details here.
Local guys (left) Caleb and Zachery play outside in the summer - soon they will be returning to Mansfield Elementary and Indian Creek Middle School.
Bald Eagles spotted at
Hard Labor Creek State Park
The Department of Natural Resources confirmed that two of our nation's symbols were spotted in February here: a mature one and a juvenile. Hard Labor Creek State Park is just 11 miles down the road from Newborn.
Newborn Resident is YMCA Volunteer of the Year
Greg Ellwanger, a physical therapist at Rockdale Medical Center for 27 years, volunteers at Covington Family YMCA. He started the swim team, and then proceeded to lead swimmers to state championship titles over the years. Read more here.
Thought for the Day
We will open the book. Its pages are blank. We are going to put words on them ourselves. The book is called Opportunity and its first chapter is New Year's Day. ~Edith Lovejoy Pierce
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Sunflower Festival!
July 3-4, 2010 with Sunflowers, food, art, live music and a tractor parade! Just down Newborn Road towards Rutledge Details here.
Old Fashioned BBQ This Saturday!
The United Methodists are cooking it all night the way you're supposed to! Featuring pork plus the famous brunswick stew from Tray Polk and Arden Davis. Come on Saturday between 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. for the best in southern BBQ! $7/Adult plates, $4/12 years and under, $7 stew or meat bulk containers.
Funds raised support the missions of the United Methodist Men. Take-out available, but it's all you can eat if you eat in.
Funds raised support the missions of the United Methodist Men. Take-out available, but it's all you can eat if you eat in.