Public Hearing: YES ☐ NO ☒ Department: Board of Commissioners - District 7
SUBJECT:
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Commission District(s): District 7
An Item to Allocate an Amount not to Exceed $35,000 of District 7 Reserve for Appropriation Contributed to Flat Rock Archive for historical T. A. Bryant, Sr. House and Grounds Preservation.
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Information Contact: Commissioner LaDena Bolton
Phone Number: 404-371-2899
PURPOSE:
The purpose of this Agenda Item is allocating an amount not to exceed $35,000 of District 7 Reserve for appropriation funds to Flat Rock Archive for historical T.A. Bryant, Sr. grounds Preservation.
NEED/IMPACT:
The Flat Rock Archive is a vital cultural institution whose Preservation directly strengthens DeKalb County’s commitment to honoring and uplifting its heritage. Funding this initiative ensures that the stories, artifacts, and lived experiences of one of the region’s oldest communities are protected and shared with future generations. As a historic anchor in the Stonecrest community, the Archive not only safeguards a rich legacy but also serves as a catalyst for cultural tourism, educational programming, and community engagement. Supporting this perseveration allows DeKalb County to elevate a local treasure into a regional and global asset-one that deepens community pride, expands historical understanding, and reinforces the county’s leadership in cultural preservation.
FISCAL IMPACT:
An Item to allocate an amount not to exceed $35,000 of the District 7 Reserve for Appropriation to Flat Rock Archive for historical T.A. Bryant, Sr. grounds Preservation.
RECOMMENDATION:
Recommended Action
To approve the allocation of an amount not to exceed $35,000 of the District 7 Reserve for appropriation funds to Flat Rock Archive for historical T.A. Bryant, Sr. grounds Preservation and authorize the Chief Executive Officer to execute all necessary documents