Due to a host

of potential problems, the idea of building a "beach" on Lake

Peachtree at Picnic Park has bitten the dust.

The idea, put

forth by councilman Dan Tennant, would cost an estimated $251,000 to build

and an additional $29,000 annually to maintain, said Randy Gaddo, director

of leisure services. The topic was discussed at the City Council's retreat

last Friday.

Not only is

the cost a significant factor, but getting approval from various agencies

might be difficult since the lake is used as a drinking water reservoir,

Gaddo noted. And if the beach is built, what would happen to the geese

who frequent the Picnic Park area along Lake Peachtree, Gaddo questioned.

There were

also questions as to whether a beach area would violate the city's regulations

that require an undisturbed 100 foot buffer along Lake Peachtree, Gaddo

said.

"After

that favorable presentation, I don't see any downside," Tennant joked,

admitting the idea wouldn't work.

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