Garden City to Rename Streets After Chatham County Commissioner, Former Mayor on February 13
WHAT: Garden City Street Renaming Ceremony. Garden City will rename Wheathill Rd. Priscilla D. Thomas Way, in honor of the Chatham County commissioner, and H&H Blvd. Quinney Lane, in honor of former Garden City Mayor Andy Quinney.
WHERE: The dedication ceremony for Quinney Lane will take place at the site of the former H&H Boulevard, between Grainger Tools and Southern Eagle Distributing on Highway 80. The ceremony for Priscilla D. Thomas Way will be held at the site of the former Wheathill Road at Groves and Highway 21.
WHEN: Saturday, February 13, 2010
Quinney Lane dedication ceremony – 2:30 p.m.
Priscilla D. Thomas Way dedication ceremony – 3 p.m.
INTERVIEWS: Interviews with former Garden City Mayor Andy Quinney and Chatham County Commissioner Priscilla D. Thomas will be available on-site.
ABOUT GARDEN CITY:
Located in the heart of Chatham County , Garden City stands apart as one of the leading municipalities in coastal Georgia . Featuring a progressive blend of industry and small business, Garden City boasts a rich history, friendly neighborhoods, vibrant economy and quality services for residents. Originally founded in 1939, Garden City has the distinction of being the second largest municipality in the state of Georgia with no property taxes. Defined by responsive, visionary leadership, Garden City is currently building an innovative mixed-use Town Center near I-16, which will serve as the new home of the municipality’s City Hall. For more information about Garden City, please call 912.966.7777 or visit www.gardencity-ga.gov online.