“There are families all over the country who travel for youth tournaments every weekend—baseball, basketball,soccer,”Mayor Owens notes.“Camilla wants to be part of that. This facility is about recreation, yes, but it’s also about economic development. When people come here for tournaments, they’ll stay in our hotels, eat at our restaurants, and shop locally.” By tapping into this multi-billion-dollar market, Camilla is positioning itself as a viable destination for regional sports competitions and events. The recreation center will be equipped with top-tier amenities and designed to host multiple sporting events simultaneously, attracting teams from across Georgia and neighboring states. For local businesses, it represents new foot traffic and revenue. For residents, it means pride, opportunity, and a more vibrant regional economy. More importantly, for young athletes growing up in Camilla, the gym is a space that says, ‘You matter.’ Whether they dream of going pro or want a place to play and belong, the facility offers a space to build confidence, foster health, and cultivate teamwork. “These projects reflect the soul of our city,” Mayor Owens says.“We’re not waiting for someone else to come in and build our future. We’re doing it ourselves, for our children, for our families, and for generations to come.” REVIVING MAIN STREET The vision to reimagine and reenergize the city’s downtown is taking shape with the city’s recent purchase of a historic property at 37 Broad Street, located in the heart of downtown. The building is now undergoing planning and redevelopment, with a working title of “The Shops at Camilla”—a proposed marketplace designed to house multiple small businesses under one roof. “Whenever we hold community events, we see many of the same vendors return again and again,” explains Mayor Owens. “These are talented people—bakers, Camilla offers a lifestyle of comfort and convenience and a community rich in beauty and history. We pride ourselves on being the home place of southern hospitality with a special blend of modern progress and economic development. We invite you to visit our beautiful city and see what we have to offer. We are proud of our community and think you'll find everything you need right here in Camilla. Whether it's location, a sense of community, or just a laid-back lifestyle you're looking for, stop by and visit with us. You won't be disappointed! Contact Phone: (229) 330-2325 GROWING TOWARD TOMORROW www. camillaga.net 6 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 06, ISSUE 07
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