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City appoints economic development advisory panel

By Pat Fox
Jan 4, 2012

Sandy Springs has named nine residents to form an Economic Development Advisory Committee. Members will use their expertise in the business world to advise the city's new economic development manager, Jahnee Prince who was hired last month.

Mayor Eva Galambos said the committee is being formed to provide a shot in the arm to the local economy and help fill vacant commercial space.

Committee members are: Frank M. Bishop, Chris Burnett, Pat Chesser, James D. Comerford, Eric deGroot, Alan Herrick, Graham McDonald, Kevin A. Moyer and Charles Roberts.

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