JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — The Johns Creek City Council narrowly advanced a community robotics workshop amid design concerns.
After a 4-3 vote at their Aug. 11 meeting, council members approved an additional $400,000 for a makerspace to be built at Cauley Creek Park, bringing the project’s total to $2.4 million. Park maintenance materials funding would provide the additional money. The $2 million was set aside in the capital improvement fund.
Mayor John Bradberry and council members Dilip Tunki, Chris Coughlin and Erin Elwood voted to approve the measure. Council members Stacy Skinner, Bob Erramilli and Larry DiBiase voted against it.
The building will serve as a place for enthusiasts to test robots and provide a setting for students to develop science,…
