Clayton County makes effort to grow economic development with brokers' reception

Clayton County hosted a brokers' reception in Forest Park, hoping to pique the interest of businesses. (DorMiya Vance/WABE)

Officials with Clayton County say the region is “open for business” as they seek to redevelop land for economic growth.

The county recently hosted a brokers’ reception to showcase development opportunities for businesses potentially looking to set up shop in the area.

Officials with Clayton’s Board of Commissioners are looking to revitalize spaces in cities like Jonesboro, Lovejoy and Morrow.