Canton Real Estate
Posted: Sunday, January 6th, 2008, 4:51 pm EST
Category: Canton Real Estate
Canton Real Estate: Under $150,000
Canton Real Estate: $150,000 - $250,000
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Canton Real Estate: $500,000 - $750,000
Canton Real Estate: $750,000+
Canton
The City of Canton has a rich heritage. Located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the site where Canton would be founded lay in the heart of the Cherokee Nation.
During the first hundred years of Georgia’s history, Northwest Georgia was generally considered “Indian Country,” and was bypassed by settlers going West. Georgia had made a treaty with the Federal Government in 1802 to relinquish its Western Territory for the removal of all Indians within its boundaries, and, although other tribes had been removed, little was ever done about the Cherokees. Since this was the heartland of the Cherokee Nation, the state and nation had avoided the handling of this delicate problem. Following the discovery of gold near Dahlonega in 1829, settlers ignored the Indian problems and began to move into the area north of Carrollton and west of the Chattahoochee River-sixty-nine hundred miles-and named it Cherokee.
Many members of the Cherokee Nation moved west, but the majority stayed until removed by Federal Troops sent into the area during the summer of 1838. The remaining Cherokees were gathered and held in forts until the removal could be completed. Present-day Cherokee County had the largest and most southerly of these fort, Fort Buffington, which stood six miles east of Canton. Today nothing stands to identify its timber structure, but the area is marked by a large piece of green Cherokee marble quarried near Holly Springs. By autumn of 1838, the federal troops had accomplished their mission and the Cherokees at Fort Buffington were marched off to join other groups on the infamous “Trail of Tears.”
A permanent county seat and courthouse were chosen in 1833 and named Etowah. The name was changed to Cherokee Courthouse in 1833 and again changed in 1834 to Canton, because a group of citizens had dreams of making the town into an important silk center.
Over the years, Canton evolved from unsettled territory to a prosperous mill town known the world over for its “Canton Denim.” The original county of 1831 now includes 24 counties, and Cherokee County remains one of Georgia’s largest counties with an area of 429 square miles. The City of Canton remains the county seat.
Historical information adapted from The Heritage of Cherokee County Georgia 1831-1998
Bob Barr to speak to Cherokee Citizens for Property Rights group
Posted: Saturday, June 16th, 2007, 10:12 am EST
Category: Canton Real Estate
Bob Barr, Author of The Barr Report and Former US Congressman, will speak to Cherokee CPR on Monday, June 18th at 7:30pm at Creekview High School in Canton, GA. The topic of conversation is slated to cover the soaring tax assessments of undeveloped property in Cherokee County and an update on the county land use map. Information will be given out on how to appeal your tax assessment and reasons why certain properties should not be valued as highly as others. The group encourages attendees to bring their tax appraisal slip if they have questions or need assistance with an appeal.
Cherokee CPR has been very active in voicing concerns and helping shape the future land use map of Cherokee County. Cherokee currently has approximately 200,000 in population and that is expected to double in the next 30 years. The Cherokee Tribune recently wrote:
"… the council reviewed a development demand and
capacity analysis compiled by county Long-Range Planner Margaret
Stallings.
The analysis showed a range of population estimates for the county
using the future land-use map. The analysis showed a 2030 population
estimate of 303,771 at the lowest and 540,384 at the highest. Council
members said they hope to come up with a map that would be in the
middle of those two totals."
Many residents and local commissioners have adopted "slow growth" positions to combat the impending population boom. However, as I have noted before, slow-growth policies add to sprawl and do not reduce the problem. Smart-Growth is a much more sustainable solution.
Cherokee Land Use Plan Update
Posted: Thursday, April 26th, 2007, 4:11 pm EST
Category: Canton Real Estate
Cherokee County Road Projects
Posted: Saturday, February 17th, 2007, 2:06 pm EST
Category: Canton Real Estate
Cherokee County
Roadway Project Update
By: Geoffrey E. Morton, PE – Cherokee County Public Works Agency Director
County Projects (SPLOST Funded):
1. Eagle Drive Widening
· $6.0 million final construction cost.
· Construction was substantially completed in August 2006.
2. Sixes Road Widening
· $9.5 million final construction cost.
· Construction should be substantially completed by April 2007.
3. Robin Road Sidewalk Project
· Project included construction of curb and gutter and sidewalk along west side of Robin Road.
· Construction was substantially completed in December 2006.
4. Towne Lake Parkway Signal Timing
· County will be replacing signal controllers and hardwire with fiber optic cable.
· Cost will be funded with 80% coming from Federal funds.
· Construction is expected in Summer 2007.
5. Bells Ferry Road Signal Timing
· County will be replacing signal controllers and hardwire with fiber optic cable.
· Cost will be funded with 80% coming from Federal funds.
· Construction is expected in Summer 2007.
6. Intersection Improvement Projects
· Projects involve intersection realignment and construction of left and right turn lanes.
· Several projects are proposed for construction in 2007 and 2008, including:
a) Arbor Hill Road and Owens Store/Trinity Church Road – under construction.
b) East Cherokee Drive and Waters Road – under contract.
c) East Cherokee Drive and Owens Store Road – construction to begin spring 2007. (Signal)
d) Kellogg Creek Road at Woodstock Road – construction to begin spring 2007. (Signal)
e) East Cherokee Drive and Union Hill Road – construction to begin spring 2007. (Signal)
f) Trickum Road and Barnes Road - construction in 2007 or 2008. (Signal upgrade)
g) Arnold Mill Road and Mill Creek Road – construction in 2007 or 2008. (Signal)
h) Bells Ferry Road and Ridge Road – under design, construction in 2007 or 2008. (Signal)
i) Bells Ferry Road and Steel Bridge Road – under design, construction in 2007 or 2008. (Signal)
j) Trickum Road and Wagon Trail/Trickum Hills – under design, construction in 2007 or 2008.
k) East Cherokee Drive and SR 140 – design 2007, construction in 2008.
l) East Cherokee Drive and Lower Union Hill Road - design 2007, construction in 2008.
7. 2007 Resurfacing Program
· Cherokee County will be resurfacing over 30 miles of existing County roadways in 2007.
· Estimated construction cost $5.2 million.
8. Sidewalk Projects
· Plans include construction of curb and gutter and sidewalk on east side of roadways.
· Putnam Ford Drive – Eagle Drive to Bascomb Carmel Road, to Carmel Elementary School.
· Woodstock Road – SR 92 to Oak Grove Elementary School.
· Construction is expected to begin in Summer 2007.
9. Roadway Improvement Projects
· Projects involve roadway widening, realignment and resurfacing.
· Several projects are proposed for construction in 2007 and 2008, including:
a) Curtis Road – under contract.
b) Hames Road and Jett Road - construction is expected to begin in Summer/Fall 2007.
c) Steels Bridge Road – construction is being coordinated with development along roadway.
10. Comprehensive Transportation Plan (CTP)
· In conjunction with the development of the land use plan County is working on a Comprehensive Transportation Plan (CTP) that will assist in prioritizing of projects and locating them in the areas of greatest need.
· There will be opportunities for public involvement in the development of the CTP this spring.
· Survey can be filled out on website - www.cherokeeCTP@cherokeega.com.
Georgia DOT Projects:
1. I-575 Auxiliary Lanes
· Lanes run from Exit 8 - Towne Lake Parkway to Exit 7 - SR 92, northbound and southbound.
· Construction was substantially completed in December 2006.
2. Towne Lake Parkway at I-575
· Project includes construction of additional eastbound thru lane and sidewalks under I-575 bridge.
· Currently under construction with completion expected Spring 2007.
3. SR 92 Widening
· First Phase is under construction – west of Super Target to west of Wade Green Road.
· Construction began August 2005 and should be substantially completed in late Summer 2007.
· Second Phase – west of Wade Green Road to I-75.
· GDOT plans on receiving bids in February 2007.
· Construction should last about 24 months.
4. SR 92 at Interstate 75 Interchange Improvement
· Project includes improvements to SR 92 bridge over I-75 and ramp upgrades.
· Project is under construction and is to be completed by Summer 2008.
5. I-575 at SR 20 Interchange Improvement
· Project includes upgrading existing interchange to a full diamond.
· Project also includes construction of auxiliary lanes on I-575 between Exits 19 and 20.
· Construction to begin Spring 2007.
6. Sixes Road Bridge over I-575
· Bridge design is underway to widen bridge to 4 lanes.
· Construction is currently scheduled for 2015.
7. Sixes Road – East (575 to Old Highway 5)
· Right-of-way acquisition is in progress for widening to 4 lanes.
· GDOT plans on receiving bids for construction in April 2007.
8. Bells Ferry Road – Kellogg Creek Road to Little River Bridge
· GDOT is designing and constructing, Cherokee County is buying right-of-way.
· Includes bridge widening at Little River/Lake Allatoona.
· Right-of-way acquisition expected to take place in 2008.
· Construction budgeted by GDOT in 2010.
9. I-575 at Ridgewalk Parkway (Rope Mill Road) Interchange
· Interchange concept report has been completed, design to begin in 2007.
· Project includes construction of a full diamond interchange at I-575 and Ridgewalk Parkway.
· Construction is currently scheduled for 2015.
10. SR 20 Truck Passing Lanes
· Project includes intersection improvements at Scott Road, Union Hill Road and SR 369.
· Truck passing lanes provided for steep grades along this section of SR 20.
· Portion between I-575 and Scott Road to be widened to 4 lanes.
· Construction scheduled for 2008 and 2009.
11. SR 140 Intersection Projects
· Projects include intersection realignment, addition of left and right turn lanes and installation of traffic signals at each location.
· GDOT expects to receive bids for construction in February 2007.
· Intersection improvements are proposed at the following locations:
a) SR 140 at Univeter Road.
b) SR 140 at Hickory/Batesville Roads.
c) SR 140 at Sugar Pike Road.
12. SR 20 and SR 108/Upper Sweetwater Road Intersection Improvement
· Project includes intersection realignment, addition of left and right turn lanes and installation of a traffic signal.
· Intersection of White Road will be moved north on SR 108 to intersect across from Mt. Carmel Church Rd.
· GDOT expects to receive bids for construction in 2009.
13. SR 140 Widening
· GDOT has kicked off design on portion from Mansell Road in Fulton to I-575 in Cherokee.
· Construction on portions could begin as early as 2015.
14. SR 20 Widening
· GDOT in final negotiations with design engineer for design of portion from I-575 to SR 369.
· Concept development for proposed alignment to begin Spring 2007.
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I just thought the photo was funny and I want all of the road construction crews to know that I appreciate your work as much as anyone. It is a job that rewards thousands of people and none of them thank you. Thanks.
Cherokee Slow Growth Commissioners Fight City Annexations
Posted: Friday, January 26th, 2007, 1:16 pm EST
Category: Canton Real Estate
As I anticipated in an earlier post about property rights in Cherokee County, the cities within the county are already seeking annexation of property. Of course the Cherokee Board of Commissioners are fighting the City of Holly Springs over the issue…
County, Holly Springs face off
Board of Commissioners challenges two annexations; growth boundary expired Dec. 31
The Cherokee County Commission is formally challenging two annexation proposals under review by the city of Holly Springs, officials said.The annexation petitions of Bridgemill Eye Clinic for 1409 Sixes Road and Square Foot Design & Build for 120 and 148 Tom Charles Lane seek Neighborhood Commercial (NC) zoning, documents show. The Sixes Road site is nearly 4.5 acres and the Tom Charles Lane tract is almost 0.8 acres.
The Holly Springs Planning & Zoning Commission is scheduled to hold public hearings on the annexation and zoning requests during its Jan. 25 meeting at 6 p.m. at the Holly Springs Public Safety Building, 3235 Holly Springs Parkway.
County officials said the reasons for the challenges include their belief the projects would be out of character for the areas and they question whether the infrastructure and service delivery costs would be in place.
County officials are also questioning whether the two properties – the Sixes Road tract is west of Interstate 575 and the Tom Charles Lane site is off Ga. 140 near Harmony on the Lakes – are adjacent to the city limits, county officials said. Holly Springs City Manager Tony Griffin said both properties border the city limits.
Under state law, a mediation process between the governments may be triggered if differences over the proposals are unresolved, officials said.
I thought residents elected public officials to solve problems, not create them? Individual property owners have rights that county officials should not try to remove. If you want to help stand up for your property rights, then visit http://cherokeecpr.com
Resource: Cherokee Ledger News, Tom Brooks
