Business View Civil and Municipal | Volume 2, Issue 7

77 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 2, ISSUE 7 Augusta, Geo E very April, “The Masters”– the first major professional golf championship of the year – is held at Augusta National Golf Club. A collective hush occurs with each putt and swing as the best in the world vie for the treasured green jacket. The gorgeous magnolia and dogwood blooms and, of course, everyone’s favorite golf celebrities captivate millions of “THE MASTERS” AND SO MUCH MORE virtual fans around the globe. In other aspects, the City of Augusta, Georgia is ‘master of its own realm’, with so much more to offer. Business View recently spoke with Odie Donald II, Augusta City Administrator, for his insights into the past, present, and future of this glorious southern destination. BVM: What makes Augusta such a special place to visit, live in, and do business? Donald: “When it comes to Augusta, there are so many amazing things, so many quality natural advantages that don’t exist anywhere else. The