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Article: Developer Pushes for Harris County, Ga., Project.
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- Knight Ridder/Tribune Business News
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- March 5, 2003
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By Henry Farber, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Knight Ridder/Tribune Business News
Mar. 5--HAMILTON, Ga.--The Harris County Commission heard impassioned pleas Tuesday night from friends and foes of a $250 million development that would include a 100-home community for abused and neglected children.
Developer Donald Whitney of Smyrna described the project as a lifelong dream and a showcase attraction about five miles west of Callaway Gardens.
"I believe with all my heart that I was led here for a reason," said Whitney, who is known in the Atlanta area as a designer and manager of 14 upscale health clubs.
Opponents say they fear ...