ATLANTA - The site of the former Atlanta Medical Center could soon see new life. Mayor Andre Dickens has proposed an $800 million health initiative, raising hopes that a new hospital might one day replace the facility that once served thousands of low-income residents.

What we know:

The proposal — quietly included on line 233 of a list of city initiatives sent to the Atlanta City Council — refers to a BeltLine-area project simply called "Project Robin." While details remain limited, councilmembers say it could include a new hospital or major health facility for the city.

What they're saying:

"The Atlanta community has been struggling since the closing of the Atlanta Medical Center," said Dr. Cecil Bennett of Newnan Family Medicine Associates, who served on AMC’s staff for 20 years. "

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