Monday, February 23, 2009

Cobb County, City of Atlanta Receive Joint Grant

The Atlanta Regional Commission has awarded Cobb County and the City of Atlanta a joint grant through its Livable Centers Initiative program.

The $120,000 grant is to assist the two governments promote quality growth and enhance livability in the Donald Lee Hollowell/Veterans Memorial corridor. This four-mile stretch features underutilized commercial and light industrial properties.

The study seeks to balance growth and development while taking full advantage of the road's possibilities for mixed-use centers and strengthening existing industrial uses and housing opportunities.

Another focus of the study is on improving mobility and accessibility to all modes of transportation.

Once the study plan is finalized, it will be eligible for a larger amount of federal funding to implement recommended projects.

For further information, visit www.atlantaregional.com.

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