Civic center ground breaking is July 1

Bartow County Civic Center groundbreaking set for 10 a.m. Wednesday

(From a news release) Ground breaking ceremonies for the 45,000-square-foot Bartow County Civic Center are set for 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 1, at Ga. 20 across from Georgia Highlands College's Cartersville Campus. Ground breaking culminates more than six years of community discussion and planning. 

The project is funded by $20 million SPLOST approved in 2008, and an additional $100,000 technology grant awarded by the Appalachian Regional Commission. Bartow County government officials, representatives from Bartow municipalities and members of the governing committee composed of representatives from the Convention & Visitors Bureau, Economic Development Authority, Chamber of Commerce and other community leaders. Also on tap:

-Revelation of the center's official name.

-Introduction of the architectural firm and general contractor.

-Expanded details on economic impact and related information.

-The facility will be LEED Certified (Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design).

-The conference facility will be equipped to host social and business functions in Northwest Georgia.