Mayor Edwards Takes Residents on a ‘Road Trip’ through the City’s Two-Year History
This week, South Fulton celebrated two years as a new city. The milestone was marked by a State of the City Address, billed as the city’s first, at the Southwest Arts Center.
The program began with a rousing selection from the Westlake High School marching band, followed by prayers from community members of various faiths and reflections from residents and elected officials.
David Seem, chief financial officer of Miller Zell was tapped to introduce Mayor William “Bill” Edwards, who started by wishing the city, “Happy Birthday!” He then asked attendees to take a “road trip” with him along South Fulton’s journey – in a 1968 two-door Pontiac Firebird - as he maneuvered down a litany of the city’s accomplishments since its incorporation.
“Our journey towards success has been both cha...