NOTICE PURSUANT TO O.C.G.A. SECTION 32-6-193.1

Please be advised that pursuant to O.C.G.A. Section 32-6-193.1 and pursuant to Georgia Department of Transportation regulations, Hartwell Railroad Company has submitted a petition requesting the elimination of a grade crossing at Adams Street in the City of Lavonia. The purpose of the public hearing shall be to inform the public of the proposed action, to gather supporting data regarding hardship cases, and to validate data being gathered for use in making an overall determination regarding elimination. This public hearing will be held Monday, August 02, 2004, at the City Hall in Lavonia, beginning at 5:00 P.M. The City of Lavonia will also provide a written record of all oral comments and responses. The City of Lavonia will also provide public comment forms to record and document all written comments. Written comments will be accepted by the City of Lavonia for five (5) calendar days following the public hearing. Public comment forms are available at the City Hall of the City of Lavonia.