but offer on-the-job training. MIXED-USE RESIDENTIAL PROJECTS Warner Robins is also prioritizing residential development, particularly in the downtown area, to support its growing population. Mayor Patrick outlines the phased approach to this redevelopment. “Phase one is the Commercial Circle, which is Operation ReAwaken, where, of course, the mixeduse communities are going to be commercial at the bottom, some office spaces above that, and the rest residential,” she describes. This approach will create a traditional apartment community while incorporating condos to offer diverse housing options. Phase three focuses on providing downtown living spaces outside the Commercial Circle area. “We want to see a mixture of different structures that are within walking distance of Commercial Circle,” the mayor says. The vision includes dense housing options such as townhomes, row homes, and quad 136 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 05, ISSUE 09
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