Atlanta Detention Center Sold to County | Atlanta News

Atlanta’s City Detention Center is set to be sold to Fulton County for $68 million — a deal finalized after months of negotiation, with the mayor accepting the county’s counteroffer just days after their deadline. The move could save taxpayers over $600 million long-term by repurposing existing space and avoiding costly new construction. The city also hopes it safeguards jobs and keeps diversion programs intact. Final paperwork is moving fast, with city officials ready to meet county reps immediately and legislation already in motion to make it official — all aiming for closing by December 4th. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/9d73ef99ebdb7edc