Braselton residents honored for completing Citizens Academy

Eight Braselton residents have been recognized by the Braselton Town Council for completing the first Citizens Academy.

The academy held classes once a month from May through October to give citizens “a comprehensive understanding of each of the town’s departments and missions,” according to a written statement.

The residents were: Gerald Abbott, Don Allen, Doug Callahan, Jill Eisel, Cherie Jackson, Jay Lieberman, Allan Slovin and Candy Sparling.

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