Title
Jimmy Carter Way Ceremonial Sign Topper - District 8
Description
Request City Council approval to install a ceremonial sign topper honoring Jimmy Carter. The ceremonial sign topper will be installed at the intersection of 13th Street and St. Anne Avenue (Attachment A).
Report
Summary
Jimmy Carter was born James Earl Carter, Jr. born on October 1, 1924 and died on December 29, 2024 at 100 years old. Jimmy Carter was the 39th president of the United States, serving from 1977 to 1981 and served as the 76th governor of Georgia from 1963 to 1967.
Although Jimmy Carter had no formal ties to the origin or leadership of the Habitat for Humanity International Organization, he dedicated himself to alleviating human suffering and promoting peace and human rights through the Carter Center. Through the Carter Center, he led the Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter Work Project for Habitat for Humanity for more than 30 years. Together they worked alongside over 108,100 volunteers who have built, renovated or repaired more than 4,447 homes in 14 countries, all while raising awareness of the critical need for affordable housing. The location for the sign installation is within a neighborhood included in the Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter Work Project.
Financial Impact
The fabrication, installation, and maintenance costs of the ceremonial sign topper will be funded by the requestor.
Location
13th Street and St. Anne Avenue
Council District: 8
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by City Manager Jeffrey Barton and the Street Transportation Department.