Peachtree Corners Life Live

Siemens unveiled a new futureproof EV charging prototype designed and developed here in Peachtree Corners, their R&D hub eMobility, and North American Headquarters for Electric Products. Intuitive’s "Change in Conditions" request turns out to be for an assembly of products, not manufacturing. Plus, talk of “Silicon Orchard,” East Jones Bridge multi-use trailer project, a Chattahoochee pedestrian bridge, slowing down drives in Town Center. Listen to City Manager Brian Johnson and host Rico Figliolini, all on Prime Lunchtime with the City Manager.

City Councilman Alex Wright and Rico Figliolini talk about the Forum on Peachtree Parkway sale and what may happen there, the new playground at the Town Green, extending the Autonomous Vehicle route from Tech Park to the Town Center, and more.Resources:Quantis Playground: https://www.playlsi.com/en/commercial...Alex’s Email: AWright@PeachtreeCornersGA.govCity Council Website: https://www.peachtreecornersga.gov/go...Timestamp:[00:00:30] - Intro[00:00:45] - New Planned Playground[00:11:52] - Peachtree Corners Decathlon[00:17:07] - Reupdating the Forum[00:28:10] - Intuitive Campus[00:31:29] - Autonomous Vehicles and Curiosity Labs[00:41:25] - Mixed Use Development Ordinance[00:46:36] - Closing

Analy Navarro, a Peachtree Corners resident, is a first-time author who was inspired by her daughter’s liver transplant journey. Navarro became her daughter’s living donor in 2018 and allowed this transformative experience to guide her into a new career as an author, an advocate for organ donation, and a leader in raising awareness and funds for Biliary Atresia. She joins Rico Figliolini on the Peachtree Corners Life podcast to discuss that journey.

Illegal "street takeovers" have happened at Peachtree Parkway, Spalding Drive, and Peachtree Corners Circle. How can a city address this? How will the new House, State and Congressional district lines impact Peachtree Corners? That and more discussed by Rico Figliolini and City Manager Brian Johnson.

On this very special live-recorded episode of Peachtree Corners Life, Rico Figliolini is joined by Michael Corbin, Congressional Candidate for U.S. House Georgia District 7. Together they discuss why Michael is running, as well as his opinion on all of the important issues of today.

Wesleyan School has been a huge facet in the community of Peachtree Corners for more than twenty years. On this episode of Peachtree Corners Life, Rico Figliolini is joined by Chris Cleveland, Head of School at Wesleyan, and Rob Binion, Vice Chairman of the Board of Trustees. Listen in, as they discuss the history of Wesleyan, how it became such an important part of Peachtree Corners, and the exciting future of this amazing school.

On today’s episode of Prime Lunchtime with the City Manager, Brian Johnson and Rico sit down to discuss apartments and new developments going on in the city of Peachtree Corners. Topics include the conversion of an extended stay hotel to apartments, Special Service Districts, and new Amendments to Business District Uses.

One of the big concerns of homeowners in Gwinnett County is the appearance of the Joro Spider. These spiders have been causing quite the stir on the Next Door app and among neighbors all across Peachtree Corners. Tim Daly, an expert from the UGA Gwinnett Extension Program, is Rico’s guest on today’s episode. He and Rico chat as Tim sheds some light on where these spiders came from and how to handle them.

Fresh from giving a keynote speech at this year's Move America 2021 (Mobility Conference), we speak with City Manager Brian Johnson about the new AV shuttles in Technology Park - the first time TWO different autonomous vehicles will be operated in the same environment).) Plus, we talk about the ARPA grants that just launched and more city news.Timestamp:[00:00:30] - Intro[00:02:01] - Autonomous Shuttles in Technology Park[00:10:54] - ARPA Grants[00:17:43] - New Interests in Curiosity Labs[00:21:41] - Spalding Drive Expansion[00:23:04] - Other Building Projects and Expansions[00:30:48] - Closing

Lisamarie Bristol, a candidate for Gwinnett’s next Solicitor-General, wants to use her experience to create a safer, more compassionate community through effective early interventions that protect victims and help to set low-level offenders on the right path. Bristol and Rico Figliolini discuss her experience and plans were she to win the seat in 2022.

Peachtree Corners and Curiosity Lab continues to draw attention nationally (with a recent visit by Secretary of Transporation Pete Buttigieg) and internationally (from France, the Swiss Consul General, and others.) Find out how this impacts our community, business, and where we go from here. With your host Rico Figliolini and City Manager Brian Johnson on Prime Lunchtime with the City Manager.

Autumn Clark, a student at Greater Atlanta Christian School (GAC), is a gifted athlete who has worked tenaciously to develop her talents. More than a year ago, she suffered an injury that sidelined her for a while — but not for long. She powered through her rehab and had returned stronger and more determined than ever.[00:00:30] - Opening[00:01:40] - Autumn’s Background[00:02:57] - A Huge Setback[00:05:33] - Physical Therapy and Coming Back[00:08:23] - Balancing Sports, Life, and School[00:11:24] - How COVID has Impacted Sports[00:13:06] - How Autumn Plays[00:15:41] - Moving on to College[00:17:06] - Autumn’s Other Interests[00:22:15] - Closing

Cancer is never a diagnosis you want to hear. Debbie Mason, active resident of Peachtree Corners and wife of Mayor Mike Mason has faced ups and downs in her battle with this terrifying diagnosis. In this follow-up episode to the article in Peachtree Corners Magazine, Debbie and Mike share the story of their incredible journey.[00:00:30] - Opening[00:02:05] - Routine Testing[00:05:21] - The Diagnosis[00:07:51] - Treatment and Complications[00:16:01] - Love, Support and Prayers[00:18:07] - Changing Priorities[00:20:57] - Mike’s Feelings[00:24:33] - Dealing with COVID[00:25:53] - Next Steps[00:30:10] - Closing

What company just announced a $500 Million investment to build a medical campus in Peachtree Corners and add 1200 new jobs to the area? What 2 models of autonomous vehicles will make their debut in late August on Curiosity Lab's 5G enabled 3.0-mile test track? Plus trees, trees, trees. Some talk about Georgia Power and continued tree removal and trimming.Timestamp:[00:00:30] - Opening[00:01:28] - Intuitive Surgical Coming to Peachtree Corners[00:33:04] - New Autonomous Vehicles[00:39:42] - Georgia Power Tree Removal[00:48:14] - ClosingVisit http://livinginpeachtreecorners.com/​... for more information on Peachtree Corners, GA, Peachtree Corners Magazine, and our other podcasts.

In this episode of Peachtree Corners Life, Rico talks with Councilmember Alex Wright about new programs coming from Curiosity Lab, economic advancements in the city, plus the October V2X Conference, the expansion of the Path to Fitness trail, and additional improvements to Town Center.Timestamp:[00:00:30] - Intro[00:01:12] - Coming back to work after COVID[00:06:38] - Government Work Post COVID[00:10:20] - V2X Conference[00:13:22] - Autonomous Vehicle Usage[00:21:14] - Fitness Trail Updates[00:26:55] - Creating Anchors[00:41:48] - Closing

Gwinnett County Superior Court Judge Tracie H. Cason. talks about her first-hand experience moving into her position in 2018 and what the courtrooms were like during the COVID pandemic and now during the reopening of the courts and jury trial.Join Rico Figliolini on this latest podcast of Peachtree Corners Life.Timestamp:[00:00:30] - Intro[00:02:48] - Tracie’s Experience[00:06:14] - Learning How to Be a Judge[00:08:11] - Adjusting to COVID[00:22:44] - Video versus In-Person[00:30:22] - Closing

Rico Figliolini and Peachtree Corners City Manager Brian Johnson are back with another episode of Prime Lunchtime with the City Manager. They’ve got a ton of exciting news and information on the city of Peachtree Corners. Topics on this episode include: New Concert info, local economy updates, and information on the V2X Conference coming to the city in October.

In Prime Lunchtime with the City Manager, we're talking about city charter amendments, "opening up", concerts, job fairs, Town Green improvements, trails, hotel conversion to apartment ordinance, and more. There is a lot on the agenda, let's get to it.

Jada Richardson, a senior golfer at Wesleyan School was recently named one of Gwinnett Daily Post’s “Super Six”. Listen in to this episode of Peachtree Corners Life to hear all about her incredible journey, the impact of COVID19, family, and where she draws her inspiration.Resources:Instagram: @jadarichardson1Timestamp:[00:00:30​] - Intro[00:00:42​] - How Jada got into Golf[00:03:36​] - Becoming a Successful Golfer[00:04:42​] - The Impact of COVID on Golfing[00:05:38​] - Family and Golfing[00:06:52​] - Drawing Inspiration[00:08:40​] - Jada’s Hobbies and Interests[00:11:00​] - Closing

It’s a brand new month and that means more exciting news about the city. In this episode of Prime Lunchtime with the City Manager, Brian and Rico discuss the American Rescue Plan Act, success stories of the LPR Cameras, exciting developments, and much more.