approach taken during the comprehensive planning process: “We had several community meetings to get people’s input. It’s their county, and we want them to provide us with what they would like it to be.” MEDICAL SERVICES AND TECHNOLOGICAL INNOVATION Dawson County’s proximity to Atlanta, a major medical hub, complements its growing local medical services community. Leverette acknowledges the convenience this brings residents, stating,“We don’t have a hospital in Dawson County, but we are very close to three hospitals.” He points out that while some specialist services might require a short trip to the next county, the overall accessibility is excellent. “Northeast Georgia, including Dawson County, is a great place to get sick,” he quips, citing the Ronnie Green Heart Center in Gainesville and Emory University as top-tier facilities within reach. Leverette adds,“Northside Atlanta, a leading private 110 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 05, ISSUE 09
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