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COMMUNITY GOOGLE MAPS The Spruill Center for the Arts is hoping to attract interest from developers willing to build a mixed-use project on approximately 5 acres fronting Ashford Dunwoody Road. Spruill center markets property for development CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 But the farmhouse, where the gal lery is located, only occupies about a quarter of an acre. The Spruill center would like to of fer the remaining property to a devel oper on a long-term lease that would provide a consistent revenue stream to support the mission of the arts organi zation. Kinsey said the money would be used for general operations as well as capital expansions. He said revenue for the organiza tion has been uncertain over the past several years. Funding for the Georgia Council for the Arts has been cut, and a lot of corporate funding has dried up since the recession hit. “Every day is a struggle for mon ey in the arts,” Kinsey said. “It’s tough times out there for all companies, but certainly non-profits and arts orga nizations. Having some dependable source of revenue would certainly be ideal.” This is not the first time the group has marketed the property. In 2007, a developer had plans for a mixed- use project on the property. But Kin sey said the bank backing the project pulled out amid the economic uncer tainty that ushered in the recession. “It went all the way up to permit ting. We had complete architectural drawings,” Kinsey said. Bill Butler, president of JWB Real ity Services, the group marketing the property for Spruill, said he expects developers to propose mixed-use proj ects, including retail on the ground floor and several floors of residential units above. “We’re really looking for a mixed use development, very similar to what was proposed earlier,” Butler said. “An urban-oriented design concept as op posed to a suburban-oriented design concept.” The previous building proposed at the Spruill property was seven stories, “We’re really looking for a mixed use development, very similar to what was proposed earlier. An urban- oriented design concept as opposed to a suburban- oriented design concept.” - BILL BUTLER, PRESIDENT OF JWB REALITY SERVICES Butler said. “The development that was pro posed there a few years ago, in my opinion, was a little too dense for that property,” Butler said. “I envision more along the five- story line than the seven-story.” But, he said they are still in the pro cess of taking proposals and talking to developers about what they envision at the property. “The market will ultimately answer that question,” Butler said. “We have a lot of good interest in the proper ty from quality and experienced devel opers.” Kinsey said the property is really the last prime piece of undeveloped real estate along Ashford Dunwoody Road. “We would like something that’s really good and beneficial for Dun woody that fits with what’s in the city,” Kinsey said. Michael Starling, Dunwoody’s eco nomic development director, said a good development on the Spruill property could really set the tone for that area of the city. “We’re excited that it’s on the mar ket now,” Starling said. Is Now The Time ? At The Carlton, we make the transition easier. Is Mom having a tough time remembering your favorite kosher recipes, needing assistance with daily activities or becoming isolated from friends and family? It may be time to consider The Carlton Assisted Living and Memory Care. Our warm and inviting home has beautiful surroundings and decor that feel “just right”. New friends and an extended fami ly provide comfort and compassionate care for your loved one. New memberships include the MJCCA FITplan - four 45-minute personalized training sessions ($168 value) MJCCA Amenities Include: • 4,000 square foot fitness center • 80+ group exercise classes including Les Mills™ programs and Zumba® dance fitness • Spinning® classes in a specialty cycling studio • Multiple pools • Tennis and recreation sports • Sauna, whirlpool, steam room, and massage MJCCA 5342 Tilly Mill Road Dunwoody at the 1 MJCCA atlantajcc.org and No Registration Fee ($125value) Contact MJCCA Membership: 678.812.4060 or membership@atlantajcc.org. Reference code: MJCCA$1DAY marcus *Minimum commitment 3 consecutive months. Restrictions apply. Visit atiantajcc.org/speciais for complete details. Offer ends March 31,2013. Jewish Federation www.ReporterNewspapers.net | JAN. 25 —FEB. 7,2013 | 5 DUN
