NEWS BRIEF: Atlanta mayor spells out details of $750M infrastructure program
‘Investments in transportation, greenspaces and public safety’ to be made
The administration of Mayor Andre Dickens is laying out its plan to deliver the $750 million in infrastructure projects that voters approved in May, his office announced this week. “These game-changing investments in transportation, greenspaces and public safety will help us ensure that Atlanta is a city built for the future,” Dickens said. “Our Strategic Delivery Plan spells out our commitment to deliver these projects as we have promised.”
The package has allotted $460 million in transportation investments including $196.5 million for sidewalks and trails, $108 million for safe streets projects such as protected bike lanes, and $32 million for street repairs. There will be $72.8 million for recreation centers and pools, $64.6 million for park improvements and $15 million in arts funding. For public safety, the city is spending $69.3 million on police and fire station facilities, $15 million for the 911 call center and $8 million for the Center for Diversion and Services. Details: atlantaga.gov