“Recently, citizens gathered at the Coastal Georgia Center last week for a presentation on the Savannah Development and Renewal Authority’s Downtown Savannah 2033 masterplan.

The presentation received an enthusiastic response, which is remarkable since many Savannah residents suffer from what I call “chronic planning fatigue syndrome.” Symptoms including wariness of plans, especially those advanced by out-of-town consultants.

The plan was creating using mostly local talent, which probably accounts for its positive reception. During its development, five priorities were identified.”

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