The Demorest City Council voted to table the issue at the request of the city attorney who wants more time to research the question. The council, meanwhile, was presented a petition calling on members to reject the application from Whitfield Funeral Home.
Keith Orr presented a petition against the facility citing health concerns and a possible adverse impact on property values.
Orr said the petition contained 230 signatures.
WCON in Cornelia contributed to this story.)
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