Urban Redevelopment Agency

Purpose


The purpose of the Urban Redevelopment Agency is to revitalize and redevelop blighted areas within a city or county, as allowed by O.C.G.A 36-61-1. The City of Forest Park Urban Redevelopment Agency focuses on promoting the development of trade, commerce, industry, and employment opportunity at the Gillem Logistics Center.

 

Meeting Schedule


The Urban Redevelopment Agency meets on the second (2nd) Thursday of each month at 5:30 PM.

 

Become a Member


The Urban Redevelopment Agency members are appointed by City Council.

 

Current Members


Kimberly James, Chairwoman                  Term expires - end of term December 2025

Avery Wilson, Vice Chairman                   Term expires - March 21, 2026

Debra Patrick, Member                               Term expires - March 21, 2026

Yasmin Julio, Member                                  Term expires - March 14, 2028

Eliot Lawrence, Member                             Term expires - March 21, 2026

 

Property for Sale/Lease


For information on industrial and commercial sites at the Gillem Logistics Center, please contact Marsellas Williams, Director of Economic Development at smwilliams@forestparkga.gov or (404) 366-4720 .

Available Land for Sale - Gillem Master Plan

Fort Gillem Public Notices 


Gillem Public Notices 2021


 

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Kimberly James
Eliot Lawrence
Debra Patrick
Avery Wilson
Yasmin Julio