Perkins + Will, the lead architecture firm hired to design the Atlanta BeltLine corridor, is capturing every permutation of the 22-mile rail corridor as part of its work. In these new…
Transportation Referendum Project: Atlanta Downtown Streetcar Western Extension
The metro Atlanta region has a lot at stake in the upcoming July 31 vote on the Transportation Referendum. Today, we examine how the Referendum would expand the 2.6 mile…
Brookings Expert Makes Case for Walkable Communities, and Transportation Referendum
Brookings Institution Senior Fellow Chris Leinberger penned two op eds this weekend about the ever-increasing importance of walkable communities. In Sunday’s New York Times piece he explains new research that shows … Continue Reading →
It’s Transportation and the Economy, Stupid.
The volume is rising. The “debate intensifies.” Critics are predictably nitpicking the project list for the upcoming Transportation Referendum. What to make of it all? When it comes to the … Continue Reading →
Transportation Referendum Projects in Bite Sized Chunks
The July 31 Transportation Referendum is almost here. It’s a big decision. If it passes, it means transit on the Atlanta BeltLine in just a few short years, much faster … Continue Reading →
USA Today: People Want to Live in Cities
Taking a look around the country, USA Today wrote about the trend of people increasingly wanting to live in more walkable urban environments and real estate developers responding to this … Continue Reading →
Atlanta BeltLine, Inc. 2011 Annual Report is Now Online
We are proud to announce that our 2011 Annual Report is now available online! 2011 was a year of significant progress for the Atlanta BeltLine across all program areas, including parks, transit, … Continue Reading →
Transportation Referendum Less Than 90 Days Away – Are You Up To Speed?
Metro Atlanta is approaching a pivotal moment in its history – will you be a part of it? The July 31 Regional Transportation Referendum is less than 90 days away. If approved, it would be the largest single transportation investment in the Metro Region’s history.
Thanks to Our Volunteers and Partners for an Amazing Earth Day Clean-Up 2012!
Wow! We had approximately 300 volunteers come out for our Earth Day Clean-Up on Saturday, April 21 to help prepare for the first urban farm on the Atlanta BeltLine! This huge, … Continue Reading →
Transportation Referendum Up Close: Transit on the Southwest Atlanta BeltLine
As the Regional Transportation Referendum approaches on July 31, we want to give you a closer look at the projects that would expand the regional rail transit system as part … Continue Reading →
Upcoming Info Sessions on Transportation Referendum
What will the Transportation Referendum mean for the City of Atlanta? Attend a special upcoming Atlanta BeltLine Study Group meeting in your area to learn more. Northeast Study Group Meeting … Continue Reading →
Upcoming Public Meetings for Cobb County Transit Options
The City of Atlanta, in partnership with Atlanta BeltLine, Inc., is hosting a series of public meetings with Cobb County regarding proposals for extending transit from Cobb County into the … Continue Reading →
Get Up to Speed on the Transportation Referendum
By now, you may have heard that there is a Regional Transportation Referendum on July 31, 2012. It’s the first of its kind in Georgia, and would be one of … Continue Reading →
Look For Our Urban Farm Coming to Adair Park in Southwest Atlanta!
As we strive towards a healthier Atlanta and region, parks and greenspace are a driving force behind our progress. Not every greenspace needs a playground, though. How about rows of … Continue Reading →
The Atlanta BeltLine Master Planning Process is Officially Complete!
After five years of study groups, citywide conversations, community meetings, and more, it’s official – Atlanta’s City Council has officially adopted all ten of the Atlanta BeltLine subarea master plans! … Continue Reading →
Sweetwater Brewery Set to Expand Alongside the Atlanta BeltLine
We’re super excited that one of the most prominent businesses on the Atlanta BeltLine is expanding! Sweetwater Brewery on Ottley Drive held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tuesday, March 20 that was … Continue Reading →
Recap: First Quarterly Briefing of 2012
On March 20, we held our first Quarterly Briefing of 2012 and decided to change it up a bit and try something new. This year, we’ve decided to rotate the … Continue Reading →
Recap: Citywide Conversation on Environmental Justice
How do you clean up and recover approximately 1,100 acres of contaminated industrial properties? How do you revitalize disadvantaged communities that were typically hit hardest by industrial growth? The Atlanta … Continue Reading →
Join Us for the First Quarterly Briefing of 2012 on March 20!
When is the last time you came out to one of our Atlanta BeltLine Quarterly Briefings? Are you a regular attendee? If you haven’t ever attended, 2012 is the perfect … Continue Reading →
Live Along the Atlanta BeltLine: Deadline Extended for Atlanta BeltLine Downpayment Assistance!
Are you still looking for up to $50,000 in downpayment assistance to buy a home along the Atlanta BeltLine? We have huge news for you! Our downpayment assistance program is … Continue Reading →
Business Opportunity Forum for Transportation Referendum Projects
Atlanta BeltLine, Inc. in conjunction with the Georgia Minority Supplier Development Council, the Atlanta Business League, and the Urban League of Greater Atlanta, the Greater Women’s Business Council and the … Continue Reading →
Atlanta BeltLine Citywide Conversation on Environmental Justice
Public is Invited to Participate on Saturday, March 10, 2012 Atlanta, March 7, 2012 – On Saturday, March 10, the Atlanta BeltLine invites the public to an educational workshop on … Continue Reading →
Atlanta BeltLine’s Organic Land Care Symposium Spreads Its Roots
Students, educators, landscape architects, lawn care and garden professionals, purveyors of fine soils and compost teas, and more filled three classrooms at the Atlanta Botanical Gardens for the second annual … Continue Reading →
Last Chance to Live at Lofts at Reynoldstown Crossing!
Time is running out to purchase the few remaining 2 bedroom/2 bathroom homes in the Lofts at Reynoldstown Crossing with $64,800 in down payment assistance!! City of Atlanta teachers, fire fighters, … Continue Reading →
