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Athens Commission approves Lay Park historic landmark after brief public comment
Summary
The Athens-Clarke County Commission approved a resolution to designate Lay Park as a historic landmark during a special called session Jan. 6, 2026. Supporters cited long-standing community programs and local leaders; the motion passed with one abstention.
The Athens-Clarke County Commission voted Jan. 6 to adopt a resolution initiating landmark designation procedures for Lay Park, a vote taken during a special called session convened before the regular meeting.
Supporters, including a public commenter who identified herself as Dr. Tawana Smith Mattox, urged commissioners to preserve the site’s history and the services it has hosted, citing figures who…
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