City of Atlanta, GA
04/20/2021 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 04/20/2021 11:12
Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms Joins Westside Future Fund for Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for $5.5 Million Transformation of Quality Affordable Rentals in the English Avenue Neighborhood
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Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms Joins Westside Future Fund for Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for $5.5 Million Transformation of Quality Affordable Rentals in the English Avenue Neighborhood
ATLANTA-In keeping with her commitment to affordable housing, Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms will join the Westside Future Fund (WFF) for a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the $5.5 million extensive renovation of 395 James P. Brawley Drive-part of WFF's Home on the Westside initiative to provide quality, affordable housing for legacy residents in Atlanta's historic Westside neighborhoods. The renovations feature new usable outdoor space, on-site laundry facilities and free high-speed AT&T Wi-Fi access. Through further collaboration with the City, 20 units will be offered for subsidized rent through Atlanta Housing's Home Flex rental assistance program.
WHO: Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms
John Ahmann, President and CEO of Westside Future Fund
Eugene Jones, CEO, Atlanta Housing
Nicole Mincey, New Tenant
WHEN: Wednesday, April 21, 2021
2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
WHERE: 395 James P. Brawley Drive, Atlanta, GA 30314
*Mayor Bottoms will address the audience from the podium, and a separate media availability with the Mayor will follow the ribbon cutting ceremony.
About Westside Future Fund
Westside Future Fund is a nonprofit formed by Atlanta's public, private and philanthropic partners who believe in the future of Atlanta's Westside and are committed to helping Historic Westside neighborhoods revitalize and develop into a community Dr. King would be proud to call home. WFF serves as a 'community quarterback' organization for the holistic redevelopment of English Avenue, Vine City, Ashview Heights, Atlanta University Center, Just Us and the Booker T. Washington neighborhoods. In collaboration with residents, community leaders, and a wide variety of public and private partners, WFF is driving change by focusing on four impact areas: mixed-income communities; cradle-to-career education; community health and wellness; and safety and security. Grounded in a compassionate approach to revitalization aimed at community retention, the organization is focused on creating a diverse mixed-income community, improving quality of life, and elevating and celebrating the Historic Westside's unique history and culture. Visit www.westsidefuturefund.org
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