Business View Civil and Municipal | January 2021

80 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL JANUARY 2021 I n the southern part of Fulton County in the wonderful State of Georgia sits Union City – a welcoming community with a big heart. The name Union City is credited to the National Farmers Union who selected the area as an ideal location for their headquarters. Union President Charles Barrett, along with the city’s first Mayor Drewry Carmical, are recognized for their roles in establishing the town that was incorporated in 1908. Since then, the community has grown to a city of 21,000 residents, who enjoy the perks of small-town living without sacrificing the opportunities of a larger metropolis. Residents and visitors to the city can enjoy the bloom of the dogwood trees, crepe myrtles, and Bradford pears, which provide a beautiful backdrop to the growing and evolving community. Located close to the city of Atlanta, Union City has all the benefits of a small town with the advantage of being situated in the Atlanta metropolitan area. City Manager, Sonja Fillingame, reflects, “Both the City Council and our employees have been unwavering in rebuilding, rebranding, and revitalizing Union City. We have AT A GLANCE UNION CITY, GEORGIA WHAT: Charming small city; population 21,000 WHERE: Southern part of Fulton County WEBSITE: www.unioncityga.org GEORGIA TY, Growing strong with a big heart