New Brookhaven and Ellenwood libraries to be built
Construction of new Brookhaven and Ellenwood libraries can finally move forward after a 10-year wait.
The DeKalb County Commission voted 7-0 Tuesday to spend $19 million from 2005 bond proceeds on libraries, parks, sidewalks and other infrastructure projects.
The unanimous decision came as a result of a deal to fully fund projects approved by voters and give $1 million to each commissioner's district for public facilities in their areas.
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