Proposed changes to Stone Mountain Park released amid financial, societal pressure

Stone Mountain Association CEO Bill Stephens presents his suggested changes to the park’s board Monday.

Emma Hurt / WABE

Under financial and societal pressure, Stone Mountain Park, home to the world’s largest Confederate monument, is considering making some changes.

Stone Mountain Memorial Association Chief Executive Bill Stephens gave an unprecedented presentation Monday, proposing new ideas to begin to grapple with some of the park’s Confederate history, which the state-appointed association board is set to vote on next month.

His presentation comes after a specific request from the board last year to explore these options.