Suwanee leaders: Old Town a slum in name only

SUWANEE - Old Town Suwanee has been designated as a slum by the City Council. But the leaders insist it&#39;s just a formality in order to secure grants and loans to refurbish the area. <br> <br> Under the Urban Redevelopment Law, slum areas or those considered threatened are eligible for funding. <br> <br> Mayor Nick Masino said the council wants to save the area from commercialization.<br> <br> The area went through a renovation several years ago but this is an attempt to keep outside developers from changing the look and appeal of the area.<br> <br> The council passed a resolution in August declaring the area a slum.

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