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It is my pleasure to welcome you and diverse culture is evidenced by
to Avondale Estates! As Mayor, it is our distinctive neighborhoods with
with great pride that I tell you about diverse architecture and beauty. I
our city – a city of both culture and invite you to walk down our tree-lined
community. streets, visit our businesses, and
enjoy the history and attractiveness
The city of Avondale Estates was of this city.
founded by George Francis Willis
in 1924. His plans for the city were Our most valuable asset is our
inspired by the trip he and his wife, people. Visitors often state the
Lottie, had taken to Stratford-upon- friendliness of our residents and
Avon, England. He aspired to recreate businesses as a top reason for a
the majestic Tudor-Revival style return visit to Avondale Estates.
architecture found at the birthplace We look forward to seeing you here
of William Shakespeare. With the soon!
guidance of internationally known
city planners, Willis proceeded to
develop what would later be known
as the only documented example of
a planned city in the Southeast.

I encourage you to experience all the
Photo by Travis Hudgons and resident-centered community.
things that make Avondale Estates a
unique, growing, business-friendly,
The hometown ambience Avondale
Estates is bolstered by fi ne
shopping, restaurants, arts, culture, Jonathan ElmoreJonathan Elmore
parks, and recreation. Our vibrant Mayor, City of Avondale EstatesMayor, City of Avondale Estates

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