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Brookhaven considers forming affordable housing task force

By Dionne Kinch
Sept 12, 2016

The Brookhaven City Council will consider the appointment of the Affordable Housing Task Force during the regular meeting at 7 p.m. Tuesday at Brookhaven City Hall, 4362 Peachtree Road. The council will consider the number of people on the task force and well as goals for the newly formed group.

The council will also review and discuss the schedule and public hearing agenda for upcoming city budget meetings. Two upcoming public hearing meetings will take place at 7 p.m. on Oct. 25 and Nov. 8.

Information: www.brookhavenga.gov.

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