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Author: fortmaclra
Nov 16
It’s been an incredible year at Fort Mac!
As redevelopment at Fort Mac continues to build momentum, our local media has begun to take notice. See what publications such as the Atlanta Business Chronicle, Saporta Report, and Home Rule News have had to say over the last few weeks: On Wednesday, master developer partner Macauley Investments filed our Development of Regional Impact (DRI) plans with the Atlanta…
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Nov 8
Fort Mac CES Votes in Favor of Rezoning and Housing Proposals
We are tremendously grateful for the active involvement and overwhelming show of support the community demonstrated at the October Community Engagement Subcommittee (CES) meeting, tour, and vote. We recognize that this support reflects the TRUST that has been placed upon us as the Authority, and we do not take that lightly. We will continue to…
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Nov 7
Ambassador Andrew Young and Laura Turner Sydell Discuss Economic Development at Fort Mac
Ambassador Andrew Young and Laura Turner Sydell visit Fort Mac LRA Chairman Cassius Butts, Executive Director Brian Hooker, Master Developer Stephen Macauley, and their teams, to discuss economic development at Fort Mac.
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Oct 18
Fulton County Board of Commissioners Votes in Support of Fort Mac JACC
The Fort Mac LRA Job and Career Center (JACC) is one step closer to becoming a reality following the October 3 vote by the Fulton County Board of Commissioners. The Board approved $1 million in funding as a local match to the proposed $3.5 million grant from the Economic Development Administration (EDA). See Item 18-0703 here….
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Oct 11
Fort Mac Forges Ahead with Transitional and Supportive Housing Plans
A special Community Engagement Subcommittee meeting was called on Sept. 12 to share updates on supportive and transitional housing at Fort Mac as a part of the former Army base’s HUD commitment. Councilmember Joyce Sheperd and Fort Mac LRA Executive Director Brian Hooker gave brief updates and introductions to the speakers for the evening, including:…
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Sep 10
Housing at Fort Mac: Learn the Facts, Hear the Opportunities
Ask anyone who lived at Fort McPherson while it was in operation as a U.S. Army base, and they will reminisce about wonderful memories of shopping at the Commissary, or perhaps their first job on post or even being born and then raising their own children here. The nostalgia draws people back to the post,…
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Aug 15
Zoning Updates for Fort McPherson to Be Presented at Upcoming NPU Meetings
Zoning Updates for Fort McPherson to Be Presented at Upcoming NPU Meetings The Atlanta City Council will soon vote on changing the zoning for Fort Mac to support the vision that has been shaped for the redevelopment by the community through Community Engagement Subcommittee, Livable Centers Initiative (LCI) plan, the Master Planning process, and beyond. Based…
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Jun 8
Women in Municipal Government Tour Fort Mac
On Thursday May 31, 2018, Fort Mac LRA welcomed more than 50 women members of Women in Municipal Government group, who enjoyed a tour of the Fort Mac property, detailing features of the future of the development. They also got a chance to ask questions regarding the development, which were answered by Master Developer Steven Macauley,…
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May 23
Fort Mac LRA Establishes Public Art Advisory Council to Review and Approve Public Art at Fort Mac
Fort Mac LRA has established a Public Art Advisory Council (PAAC). Art in all forms – visual art, performance art, arts related festivals, etc. – will be an important component of the Redevelopment of the Fort Mac, and public art will enhance the development and be enjoyable to all. “Art, especially public art, will receive…
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