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About Buford

Buford was originally called "The Leather City" because it was known as a historic tannery town. The city is home to the Buford Artists Colony, where over 30 artists make and sell art, pottery, jewelry and furniture in the shops of Main Street Buford.

According to 2000 Census, the City of Buford had a population of 10,668 persons. Between 1990 and 2000, the city
experienced a population increase of 21.6%, compared to the state growth during this period of 26.4%.

Board of Commissioners

Phillip Beard Commission Chairman
L. Chris Burge Vice Chairman
Mrs. Michael Y. Smith Commissioner
Bryan B. Kerlin City Manager
Kim C. Wolfe City Clerk / Planning Director
Lemar Sudderth Public Utilities Director
Mike Brown Finance Director / Deputy Clerk

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About the
Buford Business
Alliance

Mission Statement
The Buford Business Alliance is a not-for-profit organization that brings together the citizens, city leaders,
civic organizations and the businesses of Buford in a communal spirit. We work together through our festivals, events,
and other marketing opportunities to promote business and tourism in Buford.

Monthly Meetings
The Buford Business Alliance holds “Business After-Hours” gatherings every month. During these gatherings, we not only plan upcoming events; we also provide a forum for ideas to promote and improve Historic Buford. The Buford Business Alliance meets on the second Tuesday of every month.

Next “Business After-Hours” Gathering: Tuesday, August 10th @ 5:30pm

Meeting Location:

Firesalt Tavern
FireSalt Tavern
33 Buford Village Way, #311
Buford GA 30518
770-932-6284


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BBA members please bring some marketing material for the BBA table.

All guest welcome.

Do You Want to Host an Afterhours Event in 2010?
Call or Email Gene Kerley
770-630-8097
GeneKerley@Bellsouth.net
Spots go quickly!

WE NOW HAVE OVER 200 BBA MEMBERS!

Any local resident or business interested in joining the BBA can attend the meetings.

click here to Download a Buford Welcome Package.

Board Members

Tim Koenning President Magnolia Financial Advisors, LLC
Gene Kerley Vice President

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Helen Hyatt Secretary

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Cindy Clanton Treasurer The Accounting Department
Mary Hines Membership Chair Cartridge World - Mall of Georgia
Matt Staras Webmaster Syzygy Graphics
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