From the Show vs. Tell newsletter by Jon Birdsong, CEO of SoDo Atlanta — Volume 1, Month 9 (October 2024)
Nine months in — more optimism for downtown than ever. Centennial Yards, South Downtown, Underground Atlanta, new hotels, and Georgia Pacific combine for a truly transformative moment. Spiller Park Coffee (7:30am) and Tyde Tate Kitchen (11am) now open at 233 and 229 Mitchell Street.
Safety & Security
Another successful unhoused reunification: outreach by Brianna connected a wandering neighbor to family and pharmacy within minutes. New Flock Safety cameras announced — CEO Garrett Langley is a born-and-raised Atlantan whose software is used by hundreds of police departments nationwide. A thief who stole $1,500 in tools from 185 Mitchell was caught on tape, arrested, and charged with theft, crack possession, and financial card fraud.
Community
Delilah's Everyday Soul — opened by Delana in honor of her mother Delilah, after 29 years in education — signs on Historic Hotel Row at 227 Mitchell Street. Lot Party IV before Falcons vs. Steelers. Atlanta History Center's Party with the Past on Broad Street featured Richard Miller of Miller's Rexall Drug, who shared how Paul McCartney named his album "Run Devil Run" after an experience in his shop. 12 tenants in active discussion for Hotel Row and Mitchell/Broad retail.
Development
Phase One officially underway: interior demolition at 142 Mitchell, 82 Peachtree, 85 Peachtree, 191 Mitchell, 185 Mitchell, and 171 Mitchell. ATV-Sylvan on time and on budget. 20 months to the World Cup.
Source: Show vs. Tell by Jon Birdsong, published October 2024.
