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Moving Right Along in Milton

I'm a glass-half-full guy. Now, my optimism – and, for that matter, the perspective of anyone paying attention – was tested in 2020. Nothing was simple last year, nor has 2021 started out easy. There's been challenge after challenge, strain after strain. And we cannot forget those who are struggling financially or hurting emotionally from the loss of loved ones. It's hard not to get stuck.

In Milton, we're committed to looking forward. In one key respect, I mean that literally. The City of Milton is in the process of two key initiatives that will lay out a vision, set priorities, and guide our policymakers.

The first initiative is our Strategic Plan, which will outline big-picture strategies, measurable goals, objectives, and projects for City government departments over the next several years. The second initiative is the City's 2040 Comprehensive Plan, which is a deeper, longer, and more comprehensive (hence the name) document envisioning what Milton should look and feel like two decades from now and what can be done to turn that dream into a reality.

We're not oblivious to everything that has happened over the past year. But we will move past it and get better. Fortunately, in Milton, we have a great foundation to do just that. Our setting certainly helps. When we asked people what one word best describes our city, "beautiful" reliably jumped to the forefront. With rolling horse pastures, tree-lined roads, and distinct buildings, every day is a sight for sore eyes here.

As a City, we're working to offer greater opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. Sometime this year, we expect Providence Park to get upgrades in the form of a new ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) accessible trail and pier overlooking the lake. And we're hoping to open the "passive" part of the former Milton Country Club – the largest, signature purchase from the City's greenspace funds – after constructing our first natural trail there.

Of course, there's always picturesque Birmingham Park, too. And you can bet that Bell Memorial Park will be buzzing with kids this spring and beyond.

Beyond that, you've probably noticed the continued transformation of downtown Crabapple. Is this a good time to open the Crabapple Market extension buildings and Market District to new tenants? I think that it can be. The process might be more deliberate, but the goal is getting the right businesses to buy-in for the long-term. That's the key – thinking beyond "now" and continuing to look ahead – and we feel very good about Milton's future.

Late last year, the online publication 24/7 Wall St. named Milton Georgia's best city to live in. I'm not surprised so many people want to move here. But it's important to City leaders that we maintain what makes Milton special. That's why we approach what happens here very intentionally, mindful to control development as best we can.

Some things shouldn't change. For me, one of them is my optimism. So, here's to a better and brighter 2021 in Milton and beyond.

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