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Braves president peppered by Cobb officials over transit to stadium

A rendering of SunTrust Park, the new home of the Atlanta Braves in Cobb County. (Courtesy of The Braves)
A rendering of SunTrust Park, the new home of the Atlanta Braves in Cobb County. (Courtesy of The Braves)
Meris Lutz
By Meris Lutz
Dec 13, 2016

Cobb representatives questioned Braves President of Development Mike Plant Monday over the team's plans for traffic and transportation to its new stadium, SunTrust Park, citing pressure from constituents.

The exchange came during a meeting with Cobb lawmakers and local officials to discuss the upcoming legislative session.

"People in my district are very concerned about the traffic," Rep. Sharon Cooper told Plant, urging him to reach out to the public directly by attending local town hall meetings. "You're here, I want it to be the biggest success that it can possibly be for our area but the concern over traffic is just paramount."

“We will still sell $7 tickets at SunTrust Park,” he said.

Rep. Stacey Evans expressed concern over the lack of public transportation to the ballpark, especially for concession workers.

Plant said that the team was aware of the issue and planning on providing shuttle service for workers from satellite lots.