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Jekyll economy may get boost

Jan 21, 2008

The Brunswick News reports on the boost businesses are hoping to get from the revitalization of Jekyll Island and the inclusion of $25 million in bonds in Governor Perdue's budget that is earmarked for Jekyll Island.

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Langford: Plan will enhance access to Jekyll

Jan 23, 2008

Jim Langford counters the resolution made by Senator Jeff Chapman in this Savannah Morning News editorial.

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The Martha Zoller Show

Jan 18, 2008

Jim Langford makes a guest appearance on The Martha Zoller Show to discuss the revitalization plans. Zoller says, "This is a good thing for Georgia."

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FAQ

How did we get here?

The Jekyll Island Authority issued a request for proposal (RFP) on June 1 to solicit a private partner in the wake of a six-year decline in visitation to the island. During the period 2001-06, travel to Jekyll Island fell by over 13 percent. Lack of revenues has hindered the Authority’s ability to reinvest in maintenance on the island, including existing facilities th...

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Videos

Thoughts on Jekyll revitalization 5

Hear what Rob Jagger (Jekyll Island resident) has to say about the revitalization of Jekyll Island.

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Thoughts on Jekyll revitalization 10

Hear what MH "Woody" Woodside (President, Brunswick Chamber of Commerce) has to say about the revitalization of Jekyll Island.

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Rediscover Jekyll Public Input Session: Part 1 of 5

Jim Langford, Project Executive with Linger Longer Communities, reviews the proposed plan for the revitalization of Jekyll Island, Ga. at a public input session at the Cobb Galleria Center on November 20. The public input sessions gave Georgians the opportunity to see an...

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