I've read a lot about the Beltline, but I really don't understand what its main purpose is. For some people it will be bike trails and walking paths, others say it will be a new light rail system that circles the inner core of Atlanta, while others say it will just be additional park space. What is the real plan for the Beltline, because I think that a lot of people have completely incompatible views of what they are pushing for?
P.S.: The guy who made a fortune directing much of the building of Gwinnett County is a big investor in the Beltline, especially the northeast part which will be going through the most expensive neighborhoods. I have a feeling that he will come out of this deal a lot wealthier and the Beltline will be greatly influenced by his "needs."