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Georgia House of Representatives Public Information Office
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For Immediate Release:
Willard Tapped for Sub-Committee
Creation of New City to be Addressed
November 7, 2003
Atlanta Representative Wendell Willard, R-Fulton, has been appointed to a SubCommittee on Sandy Springs, which is an area north of Atlanta that wants to become a city.
The appointment was made by Rep. Tommy Smith, D-Nicholls, Chairman of the House State Planning and Community Affairs Committee. Members will address legislation granting the densely populated region a new city charter.
"Rep. Willard has an excellent understanding of the local legislative process and a keen awareness of what is necessary to be a municipality in Georgia, which made this an easy appointment," said Rep. Smith. "His demonstrated ability and leadership will contribute greatly to the effectiveness of this committee."
Rep. Willard serves on the Insurance, Judiciary, and State Planning and Community Affairs committees.
# # # For further information, contact Rep. Willard @ 404-656-0314