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Nearly $600,000 going toward pedestrian bridge project in metro Atlanta
Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk Sam Sachs , as published by WSB-TV (ABC) - News
· July 30, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The bridge will span Interstate 85, linking two key areas.
Funding has been secured for a pedestrian bridge in DeKalb County. A significant grant will support the design and construction of this bridge. The connection will be wide enough for all users and meet accessibility standards.
The bridge will span Interstate 85, linking two key areas. Currently, pedestrian options in this area are limited. Further details about this project are available from local news sources.
The grant amount is substantial, nearing $600,000. Additional funding is being provided by the City of Brookhaven. The source of the grant funding is a tax allocation district.
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Category: schools Published: July 30, 2026 Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Funding has been secured for a pedestrian bridge in DeKalb County. A significant grant will support the design and construction of this bridge. The connection will be wide enough for all users and…
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