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Forest Park updates events, housing initiatives and MARTA contracting outreach; GICH decision expected
Summary
Staff gave updates on community events, local development projects, contractor opportunities tied to MARTA and the city's GICH application; staff said GICH selection committee conducted a site visit and that a decision was expected the following day.
Forest Park Urban Redevelopment Agency staff on Oct. 9 reviewed a series of economic development items including upcoming community events, several development projects and efforts to connect local contractors to forthcoming construction contracts.
Director Dennis summarized events: the second annual "Blues on Main" concert scheduled for Oct. 10 with multiple bands and a VIP area; a scarecrow contest on Oct. 15; and a "Pawtoberfest" pets-and-Halloween event on Oct. 25. Staff said the city has installed a new Main Street sign and plans to deploy property signs advertising sites available for…
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