Some of the Tennis Center participants

have met with me and expressed their concerns and the results have been

most productive. In fact, I would like to start meeting with the tennis

center membership as a whole to discuss the future of our valuable tennis

program.

I have a good opinion of the

work performed thus far by the Peachtree City Development Authority on

reining in operational loses with the two venues that they oversee. Some

problems still exist regarding compensation, leasehold arrangements, legal

matters, etc., but the authority has definitely heeded the call for fiscal

modifications and it is truly appreciated.

I would like to begin the discussion

of creating a Downtown Development Authority specifically for luring economic

development opportunities in the near future.

Many times, we find that we

do not have time to participate in community service events. I can appreciate

everyone's busy schedule with work, school, church and children's activities.

If I may, I would like to give you two easy and fun opportunities to make

a significant impact in our community.

First, the Luther Holt All

Children's Playground is nearing completion. There is one last phase that

needs to be fully funded. This is a widely used playground behind City

Hall that is also accessible to children with disabilities. Unfortunately,

the funding has slowed.

You can make an impact by purchasing

dinners for your family on Sept. 5. Planterra Ridge is having a barbecue

fund-raising dinner and for $7.95 (tax included) per person, you and your

kids can help complete the one of the nicest recreation projects in our

city. The price includes the whole meal and takeout containers are available.

Please call in advance to one of the following: Lisa, 770-486-7535; Karinann,

770-486-9725; Leigh, 770-486-1598; or Sherry, 770-486-8417.

The Great Georgia Air Show

usually receives around $20,000 per year from the city for staging the

show. This year, the air show committee has had to fund it themselves.

You may not know that many

of our civic groups provide the concessions at the event to raise funds

for valuable community projects. This is truly one of the finest air shows

in the country and it features some of the best talent that our Air Force

and Navy has to offer.

I invite you to make plans

to attend on Sept. 6 and 7 and put your entertainment dollars to work

in your community. This is a great opportunity to invite your friends

from other parts of Metro Atlanta to enjoy our unique Peachtree City experience.

For more information, go to https://www.wingsoverdixie.org.

Do good and have fun!

Steve Brown, Mayor

Peachtree City, Ga.