[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 68 (Wednesday, May 7, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E700-E701]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




     RECOGNIZING 160TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE CITY OF FAIRBURN, GEORGIA

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                            HON. DAVID SCOTT

                               of georgia

                    in the house of representatives

                         Wednesday, May 7, 2014

  Mr. DAVID SCOTT of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize 
the 160th anniversary of the City of Fairburn, Georgia, situated within 
Georgia's Thirteenth District. Since its early beginnings in 1830, 
Fairburn has continued to grow, evolving into a thriving community of 
historic homes, businesses, and places of worship. Originally named 
Cartersville, Fairburn's first charter was issued in 1854 which 
established the city's jurisdiction as a mere 600-yard radius from the 
central railroad depot. As time progressed, Fairburn steadily expanded, 
ultimately achieving ``city'' status in 1925. Throughout these years of 
development, the city gradually cultivated a bustling downtown area 
comprised of railroad infrastructure, public schools, and vibrant 
businesses which is now recognized in the National Register of Historic 
Places. With a population of nearly 14,000 residents, Fairburn still 
maintains the small town atmosphere that has remained a hallmark of the 
city's charm.
   While remembering its past, Fairburn embraces the opportunities and 
challenges facing its citizens in the 21st century. In recent years, 
local voters approved a referendum to fund improvements for Duncan 
Park, downtown areas damaged by fire, infrastructure projects, and a 
new fire station. Further, Fairburn's Education Campus continues to 
expand, housing satellite locations of the Georgia Military College and 
Brenau University. This award-winning four acre campus, now boasting 
two 18,400 square-foot class room buildings and an 11,400 square-foot 
administrative building, is the result of a $10 million project funded 
through the Development Authority of Fairburn. Continuing with the 
spirit of growth, Fairburn recently received a $3.1 million grant for 
an innovative transportation project which is slotted to make the 
historic downtown area more pedestrian friendly. It is the city's hope 
that with an increased aim on a pedestrian-focused community, citizens 
will enjoy an improved connectivity between homes, shops, offices, and 
the campus.

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   Mr. Speaker, please join me in congratulating the City of Fairburn 
on this momentous anniversary. Fairburn's storied history coupled with 
their innovative push to make their community not only a livable, but 
innovative, is truly something to be admired.

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