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EmersonAR averageUS Census ACS
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224
Per-capita income
$22,500
Median home value
$121,600
Bachelor's or higher
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Thu Sep 10, 2026

Planning and Zoning

Rezoning request for 0.32 acres at 647 HWY 293

The Emerson Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a rezoning request (Case Z26-012) for a 0.32-acre property at 647 HWY 293, submitted by Mayinampati Rathnam. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of minutes and announcements. No other substantive business is listed.

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PLANNING AND ZONING AGENDA SEPTEMBER 10, 2026 7:00 P.M. Call to Order / Roll Call / Quorum Check Invocation / Pledge of Allegiance Approval of Minutes * Public Hearings: 1.​ Case Z26-012 - Rezoning Request - 0.32 acres at 647 HWY 293 - Mayinampati Rathnam Reports: Old Business: New Business: 1.​ Case Z26-012 - Rezoning Request - 0.32 acres at 647 HWY 293 - Mayinampati Rathnam Announcements: Adjournment * * Indicates a voting item Persons with disabilities needing assistance to participate in any of these proceedings should contact City Hall 48 hours in advance of the meeting at 770-382-9819.

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Wed Aug 26, 2026

City Council

Council to vote on extending land disturbance permit moratorium

The Emerson City Council is holding a called meeting with a single substantive item: the second reading of Ordinance #2026-016, which would extend the moratorium on land disturbance permits. This is a continuation of old business, and the council will vote on whether to approve the extension.

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​CITY COUNCIL CALLED MEETING​ ​AGENDA​ ​AUGUST 26, 2026​ ​7:00 PM​ ​I.​ ​Call to Order/Roll Call/Quorum Check​ ​II.​ ​Invocation/Pledge of Allegiance​ ​III.​ ​Old Business​ ​1.​ ​2nd Reading - Ordinance # 2026-016 - Moratorium Extension - Land​ ​Disturbance Permits​ ​IV.​ ​Adjournment​ ​Persons with disabilities needing assistance to participate in any of these proceedings should contact City Hall 48​ ​hours in advance of the meeting at 770-382-9819.​
Mon Aug 24, 2026

City Council

Council to hold public hearings on Fourth Street rezoning and land disturbance moratorium extension

The Emerson City Council will hold public hearings and first readings on two items: a rezoning of 17.4 acres on Fourth Street by Renew Homes, and an ordinance to extend the moratorium on land disturbance permits. The council will also consider an alcohol license for retail sales at Metro RV. The agenda includes routine items such as minutes approval, public comments, and employee service recognitions.

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​CITY COUNCIL MEETING​ ​AGENDA​ ​AUGUST 24, 2026​ ​7:00 PM​ ​I.​ ​Call to Order/Roll Call/Quorum Check​ ​II.​ ​Invocation/Pledge of Allegiance​ ​III.​ ​Review and Approval of Agenda​ ​IV.​ ​Review and Approval of Minutes​ ​1.​ ​August 10, 2026 - Draft Minutes - 6 pm - Work Session​ ​2.​ ​August 10, 2026 - Draft Minutes - 7 pm - Council Meeting​ ​V.​ ​Public Comments​ ​VI.​ ​Presentations and Proclamations​ ​VII.​ ​Reports​ ​VIII. Public Hearings​ ​1.​ ​Zoning Case #Z26-007 - Rezoning 17.4 acres - Fourth Street - Renew Homes​ ​2.​ ​Ordinance # 2026-016 - Moratorium Extension - Land Disturbance Permits​ ​IX.​ ​Old Business​ ​X.​ ​New Business​ ​1.​ ​1st Reading - Zoning Case #Z26-007 - Rezoning 17.4 acres - Fourth Street -​ ​Renew Homes​ ​2.​ ​1st Reading - Ordinance # 2026-016 - Moratorium Extension - Land​ ​Disturbance Permits​ ​3.​ ​Alcohol License - Retail Sales - Metro RV​ ​XI.​ ​Mayor and Council Comments​ ​XII.​ ​Announcements​ ​1.​ ​Employee Appreciation​ ​a.​ ​August 12th, Shelly Johnson, Court, 7 years​ ​b.​ ​August 19th, Brett Davis, Water/Sewer, 10 years​ ​Persons with disabilities needing assistance to participate in any of these proceedings should contact City Hall 48​ ​hours in advance of the meeting at 770-382-9819.​ ​c.​ ​August 19th, Johana Rios, Court, 2 years​ ​d.​ ​August 21st, Allen Gossett, Police Dept., 4 years​ ​XIII.​ ​Executive Session​ ​XIV.​ ​Adjournment​
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DRAFT CITY COUNCIL MEETING DRAFT MINUTES AUGUST 24, 2026 7:01 PM I. ​ Call to Order/Roll Call/Quorum Check was made by Mayor Stephen Jordan and attendees were: Council Members Charles Dabbs, Dennis Mauldin, and Michael Snyder; City Manager Kevin McBurnett, Assistant City Manager Todd Heath, Deputy City Clerk Autumn Palmore, Community Development Clerk Kendall Lay, Officer LaFrance, media and visitors. ​ II. ​ Invocation/Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Jordan. III. ​ Review and Approval of Agenda - A motion was made by Snyder to approve the agenda as presented. A second was given by Mauldin. Unanimous Vote. Motion Carried. IV. ​ Review and Approval of Minutes 1.​ August 10, 2026 - Draft Minutes - 6 pm - Work Session - A motion was made by Snyder to approve the minutes as presented. A second was given by Mauldin. Unanimous Vote. Motion Carried. 2.​ August 10, 2026 - Draft Minutes - 7 pm - Council Meeting - A motion was made by Dabbs to approve the minutes as presented. A second was given by Snyder. Unanimous Vote. Motion Carried. V. ​ Public Comments - None VI. ​ Presentations and Proclamations - None VII. ​ Reports - None VIII. Public Hearings 1. Zoning Case # Z26-007 - Rezoning 17.4 acres - Fourth Street - Renew Homes - Mayor Jordan opened the public hearing. The following individuals spoke: a). Keith Lovell (102 Leake Street Cartersville, Ga.) - Representing the applicant in favor of the request, stating that …
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Mon Aug 24, 2026

City Council

Emerson City Council work session scheduled for Aug. 24

The Emerson City Council is holding a work session on Monday, August 24, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. The agenda contains only the meeting notice with no listed agenda items, so this appears to be a procedural session.

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EMERSON CITYOFEMERSON.ORG Phone 770.382.9819 * Fax 770.6061731 GEORGIA « EST. 1889 700 Hwy 293, Emerson, Georgia 30137 NOTICE The City of Emerson City Council will hold a Work Session on Monday, August 24, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.
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Draft COUNCIL WORK SESSION DRAFT MINUTES​ AUGUST 24, 2026 6:00 PM I.​ Call to Order/Roll Call/Quorum Check was made by Mayor S.B. Jordan and attendees were: Council Members Charles Dabbs, Dennis Mauldin, Michael Snyder; City Manager Kevin McBurnett, Assistant City Manager Todd Heath, Deputy City Clerk Autumn Palmore, Community Development Clerk Kendall Lay, Officer LaFrance, visitors and media. II.​ Discussion Items: ​ 1.​ Agenda Review a) Zoning Case #Z26-007 - Rezoning 17.4 acres - Fourth Street - Renew Homes b) Ordinance #2026-016 - Moratorium Extension - Land Disturbance Permits c) Alcohol License - Retail Sales - Metro RV 2. 2027 LMIG Grant 3. Signal light off intersection at Red Top Mountain Rd 4. RMEBS - change the retirement plan 5. WWTP permit renewal III.​ Adjournment - There being no further business, a motion was made by Snyder to adjourn the meeting at 6:36pm. A second was given by Dabbs. Unanimous Vote, Motion Carried. ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ _____________________________ Autumn Palmore, Deputy City Clerk {City Seal}
Mon Aug 10, 2026

City Council

Council to set 2026 property tax millage rate and vote on annexation

The Emerson City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution to set the 2026 property tax millage rate. They will also take a second reading on a proposed annexation and rezoning of 10.297 acres on Highway 293 by NewStar Asset Management, LLC. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and employee appreciation announcements.

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✓ Decided: Council denies 10.3-acre annexation/rezoning on Highway 293 (3-2)

The council denied a request to annex and rezone 10.297 acres on Highway 293 for multi-family and single-family homes, voting 3-2 against the proposal. They also approved a resolution reducing the property tax millage rate to 5.054 and approved a memorandum of understanding regarding hotel/motel taxes for the Winding Waters RV Park. All other actions were routine approvals of agenda and minutes.

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​CITY COUNCIL MEETING​ ​AGENDA​ ​AUGUST 10, 2026​ ​7:00 PM​ ​I.​ ​Call to Order/Roll Call/Quorum Check​ ​II.​ ​Invocation/Pledge of Allegiance​ ​III.​ ​Review and Approval of Agenda​ ​IV.​ ​Review and Approval of Minutes​ ​1.​ ​July 27, 2026 - Draft Minutes - 6 pm - Work Session​ ​2.​ ​July 27, 2026 - Draft Minutes - 7 pm - Council Meeting​ ​V.​ ​Public Comments​ ​VI.​ ​Presentations and Proclamations​ ​VII.​ ​Reports​ ​VIII. Public Hearings​ ​1.​ ​Resolution # 2026-017 - Set 2026 Property Tax Millage Rate​ ​IX.​ ​Old Business​ ​1.​ ​2nd Reading - Case Z26-008 - Annexation & Rezoning of 10.297 acres on​ ​Highway 293 - NewStar Asset Management, LLC​ ​X.​ ​Executive Session - Legal & Real Estate​ ​XI.​ ​New Business​ ​1.​ ​Resolution # 2026-017 - Set 2026 Property Tax Millage Rate​ ​2.​ ​Memorandum of Understanding - Winding Waters​ ​XII.​ ​Mayor and Council Comments​ ​XIII.​ ​Announcements​ ​1.​ ​Employee Appreciation​ ​a)​ ​August 12th, Shelly Johnson, Court, 7 years​ ​b)​ ​August 19th, Brett Davis, Water/Sewer, 10 years​ ​Persons with disabilities needing assistance to participate in any of these proceedings should contact City Hall 48​ ​hours in advance of the meeting at 770-382-9819.​ ​c)​ ​August 19th, Johana Rios, Court, 2 years​ ​d)​ ​August 21st, Allen Gossett, Police Dept., 4 years​ ​XIV.​ ​Adjournment​
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​DRAFT​ ​CITY COUNCIL MEETING​ ​DRAFT MINUTES​ ​AUGUST 10, 2026​ ​7:00 PM​ ​I.​ ​Call to Order/Roll Call/Quorum Check​​was made​​by Mayor S.B. Jordan and​ ​attendees were: Council Members Dennis Mauldin, Michael Snyder, Charles Dabbs and​ ​Charles Lowry; Assistant City Manager Todd Heath, City Clerk Robbie Swords, State​ ​Representative Matthew Gambill, Police Chief Kyle Teems, Court Clerk Kelli Neal,​ ​Finance Officer Jason Parker, Deputy City Clerk Autumn Palmore, Officers LaFrance​ ​and Trapani, City Attorney Boyd Pettit III, visitors and media.​ ​II.​ ​Invocation/Pledge of Allegiance​​was led by​​Mayor Jordan.​ ​III.​ ​Review and Approval of Agenda -​​A motion was​​made by Lowry to approve the​ ​agenda. A second was given by Dabbs. Unanimous Vote, Motion Carried.​ ​IV.​ ​Review and Approval of Minutes​ ​1.​ ​July 27, 2026 - Draft Minutes - 6 pm - Work Session -​​A motion was made by​ ​Dabbs to approve the minutes as presented. A second was given by Lowry.​ ​Unanimous Vote, Motion Carried.​ ​2.​ ​July 27, 2026 - Draft Minutes - 7 pm - Council Meeting​​- A motion was made​ ​by Lowry to approve the minutes as presented. A second motion was given by​ ​Dabbs. Unanimous Vote, Motion Carried.​ ​V.​ ​Public Comments -​​None​ ​VI.​ ​Presentations and Proclamations -​​Mayor Jordan presented an award to Bill Popham​ ​for his dedicated service to the City of Emerson. Bill served on the Planning & Zoning​ ​Commission for 15 years, with 10 years as the Chairperson. Mayor Jordan thanked …
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Mon Aug 10, 2026

City Council

Emerson City Council work session scheduled for August 10, 2026

This agenda is only a notice for a work session of the Emerson Mayor and City Council, with no specific items listed. The meeting is set for Monday, August 10, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. No decisions or discussion topics are provided in the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Council work session reviews millage, Winding Waters MOU, annexation

The City Council held a work session to review three agenda items: setting the millage rate, a Memorandum of Understanding with Winding Waters, and the second reading of an annexation and rezoning for 10.297 acres involving New Star. No formal votes were taken on these items during the work session; the only action was a unanimous vote to adjourn.

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EMERS ON CITYOFEMERSON.ORG Phone 770.382.9819 * Fax 770.606.1731 GEORGIA « EST. 1889 700 Hwy 293, Emerson, Georgia 30137 NOTICE The City of Emerson Mayor and City Council will hold a Work Session on Monday, August 10, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.
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​DRAFT​ ​COUNCIL WORK SESSION​ ​DRAFT MINUTES​ ​AUGUST 10, 2026​ ​6:00 PM​ ​I.​ ​Call to Order/Roll Call/Quorum Check​​was made by Mayor S.B. Jordan​​and attendees​ ​were: Council Members Dennis Mauldin, Michael Snyder, Charles Dabbs and Charles​ ​Lowry; Assistant City Manager Todd Heath, City Clerk Robbie Swords, State Representative​ ​Matthew Gambill, Police Chief Kyle Teems, Court Clerk Kelli Neal, Finance Officer Jason​ ​Parker, Deputy City Clerk Autumn Palmore, Officers LaFrance and Trapani, City Attorney​ ​Boyd Pettit III, visitors and media.​ ​II.​ ​Discussion Items:​ ​1.​ ​Agenda Review - Todd Heath​ ​a)​ ​Set Millage Rate​ ​b)​ ​Memorandum of Understanding - Winding Waters​ ​c)​ ​2nd Reading - Annexation & Rezoning 10.297 acres - New Star​ ​III.​ ​Adjournment​​- There being no further business, a motion was made by Mauldin to adjourn​ ​the meeting at 6:34 pm. A second was given by Dabbs. Unanimous Vote, Motion Carried.​ ​________________________​ ​Robbie Swords, City Clerk​ ​{City Seal}​
Thu Aug 6, 2026

Planning and Zoning

Planning and Zoning to hear variance requests for pool and RV park fencing

The Emerson Planning and Zoning Commission will hear two variance requests regarding residential pool and RV park fencing requirements. The body will also recognize Commissioner Ted Porter for years of service.

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✓ Decided: Emerson P&Z approves pool fence variance, denies RV park fence variance

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a variance for residential pool fencing at 47 Waterside Drive, allowing an automatic pool cover as a substitute for a fence. The commission denied a variance request for RV park fencing at 580 Joe Frank Harris Parkway, requiring the fence to remain. Both decisions were unanimous.

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PLANNING AND ZONING AGENDA AUGUST 6, 2026 7:00 P.M. Call to Order / Roll Call / Quorum Check Invocation / Pledge of Allegiance Approval of Minutes * Public Hearings: 1. Case Z26-009 - Variance Request - Residential Pool Fencing Requirements - 47 Waterside Dr - Greg Gilles 2. Case Z26-010 - Variance Request - RV Park Fencing Requirements - 580 Joe Frank Harris Pkwy - Metro RV Emerson, LLC Reports: Old Business: New Business: 1. Case Z26-009 - Variance Request - Residential Pool Fencing Requirements - 47 Waterside Dr - Greg Gilles * 2. Case Z26-010 - Variance Request - RV Park Fencing Requirements - 580 Joe Frank Harris Pkwy - Metro RV Emerson, LLC * Announcements: 1. Recognition of Years of Service - Commissioner Ted Porter Adjournment * * Indicates a voting item Persons with disabilities needing assistance to participate in any of these proceedings should contact City Hall 48 hours in advance of the meeting at 770-382-9819.
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DRAFT PLANNING AND ZONING DRAFT MINUTES AUGUST 6, 2026 7:00 P.M. Call to Order / Roll Call / Quorum Check was made by Chair Michelle Dover and attendees were; Vice Chair Brandon Hughes, Commission Members Thomas Farmer, Vincent Wiley and Ted Porter, Assistant City Manager Todd Heath, City Clerk Robbie Swords, Community Development Clerk Kendall Lay and visitors. Invocation / Pledge of Allegiance - Invocation was led by Ted Porter and Pledge of Allegiance was led by Michelle Dover. Approval of Minutes - A motion was made by Hughes to approve the minutes as presented. Farmer seconded the motion. Unanimous Vote, Motion Carried. Public Hearings: 1.​ Case Z26-009 - Variance Request - Residential Pool Fencing Requirements - 47 Waterside Drive - Greg Gilles Greg Gilles came as the applicant to give some information on the request. He believes that the automatic pool cover that he purchased should be an adequate substitute for fencing. He said the cover will be used every time the pool is not in use and that it requires a code to open or shut so no one would be able to access the pool without permission. 2.​ Case Z26-010 - Variance Request - RV Park Fencing Requirements - 580 Joe Frank Harris Parkway - Metro RV Emerson, LLC Reece Stead came as the applicant to speak on the request. Reece stated that the terrain makes putting a fence up challenging and that with the large elevation change between their property and the neighboring property, a f …
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Mon Jul 27, 2026

City Council

City of Emerson Mayor and City Council Work Session

The City of Emerson Mayor and City Council will hold a work session. The provided agenda contains only the date and time of the meeting.

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✓ Decided: City Council held work session to discuss infrastructure and city business

The council conducted a work session to review agenda items and receive project updates. No formal votes were taken on the discussion items listed. The meeting adjourned at 6:41 pm.

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EMERSON CITYOFEMERSON.ORG Phone 770.382.9819 * Fax 770.6061731 GEORGIA « EST. 1889 700 Hwy 293, Emerson, Georgia 30137 NOTICE The City of Emerson Mayor and City Council will hold a Work Session on Monday, June 27, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.
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DRAFT COUNCIL WORK SESSION DRAFT MINUTES JULY 27, 2026 6:00 PM I. Call to Order/Roll Call/Quorum Check was made by Mayor S.B. Jordan and attendees were; Council Members Michael Snyder, Dennis Mauldin, Charles Dabbs and Charles Lowry; City Manager Kevin McBurnett, Assistant City Manager Todd Heath, City Clerk Robbie Swords, Deputy City Clerk Autumn Palmore, Police Chief Kyle Teems, Finance Officer Jason Parker, Officer LaFrance and Trapani, Court Clerk Kelli Neal, media and visitors. II. Discussion Items: 1. Agenda Review - McBurnett a) Public Hearing & 1st Reading - Hwy. 293 (10.297 acres) b) Resolution - Hazard Mitigation Plan c) DCCM Agreement - Engineering 2. Lowry - Flock Cameras and Invasion of Privacy Issues 3. Dabbs - Speed sign at City Hall - Move to the City Limit Sign 4. Ted Porter Resignation from P&Z Commission, Chris Pallone submitted application 5. Garbage Truck - Bids 6. Lowry - thanks to the Public Works Dept for their work done at the Village at Waterside 7. Old Alabama Road Drainage Project - 98% completed 8. Webb Park - Playground Equipment being installed, need to add drainage and will have a change order at next meeting. Fence needed to keep children safe. 9. Historical Marker is being repaired and refurbished 10. Generator Project Update 11. Moratorium on LDP’s 12. Dodge Charger sold on Gov Deals 13. Girma claim update - Truck hit Police Dept. building 14. Police Chief - upgrading weapons 15. …
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Mon Jul 27, 2026

City Council

Council to consider annexation and rezoning of 10.297 acres on Highway 293

The City Council will hold a public hearing and a first reading regarding a request by NewStar Asset Management, LLC to annex and rezone 10.297 acres on Highway 293. The body will also consider a hazard mitigation plan and an engineer agreement.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves Bartow County Hazard Mitigation Plan and new engineer agreement

The City Council approved the 2026 Bartow County Hazard Mitigation Plan and a new agreement with DCCM following a merger with P&Q Engineering. A rezoning and annexation request for 10.297 acres on Highway 293 was heard, but no action was taken during the first reading.

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CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA JULY 27, 2026 7:00 PM I. Call to Order/Roll Call/Quorum Check II. Invocation/Pledge of Allegiance III. Review and Approval of Agenda IV. Review and Approval of Minutes 1. June 22, 2026 - Draft Minutes - 6 pm - Work Session 2. June 22, 2026 - Draft Minutes - 7 pm - Council Meeting 3. June 24, 2026 - Draft Minutes - 6 pm Called Council Meeting V. Public Comments VI. Presentations and Proclamations VII. Reports VIII. Public Hearings 1. Case Z26-008 - Annexation & Rezoning of 10.297 acres on Highway 293 - NewStar Asset Management, LLC IX. Old Business X. New Business 1. First Reading - Case Z26-008 - Annexation & Rezoning of 10.297 acres on Highway 293 - NewStar Asset Management, LLC 2. Resolution # 2026-016 - 2026 Bartow County Hazard Mitigation Plan 3. DCCM Engineer Agreement XI. Mayor and Council Comments XII. Announcements 1. Employee Appreciation a. July 1st, Micah Elrod, Police Dept., 2 years b. July 7th, Anthony Trapani, Police Dept., 1 year Persons with disabilities needing assistance to participate in any of these proceedings should contact City Hall 48 hours in advance of the meeting at 770-382-9819. c. July 24th, Robbie Swords, City Clerk, 20 years d. July 29th, Deborah Crane, Police Dept. Admin., 7 years XIII. Executive Session XIV. Adjournment
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D R A F T CITY COUNCIL MEETING DRAFT MINUTES JULY 27, 2026 7:00 PM I. Call to Order/Roll Call/Quorum Check was made by Mayor S.B. Jordan and attendees were: Council Members Michael Snyder, Dennis Mauldin, Charles Dabbs and Charles Lowry; City Manager Kevin McBurnett, Assistant City Manager Todd Heath; City Clerk Robbie Swords, Deputy City Clerk Autumn Palmore, Finance Director Jason Parker, Police Chief Kyle Teems, Court Clerk Kelli Neal, Officers LaFrance and Trapani, visitors and media. II. Invocation/Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Jordan. III. Review and Approval of Agenda - A motion was made by Lowry to approve the agenda. A second was given by Dabbs. Unanimous Vote, Motion Carried. IV. Review and Approval of Minutes 1. June 22, 2026 - Draft Minutes - 6 pm - Work Session - A motion was made by Dabbs to approve the minutes as presented. A second was given by Lowry. Unanimous Vote. Motion Carried. 2. June 22, 2026 - Draft Minutes - 7 pm - Council Meeting - A motion was made by Dabbs to approve the minutes as presented. A second was given by Mauldin. Unanimous Vote. Motion Carried. 3. June 24, 2026 - Draft Minutes - 6 pm Called Council Meeting - A motion was made by Lowry to approve. A second was given by Dabbs. Unanimous Vote, Motion Carried. V. Public Comments - Ann Monroe Owen, 11 Neal Street, Cartersville GA spoke on the property on Fourth Street owned by LakePoint Church. She said her father was O. H. Monroe an …
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Mon Jul 13, 2026

City Council

July 13 council meeting cancelled

The City Council meeting and work session scheduled for July 13, 2026, has been cancelled. No business will be conducted at this time.

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EMERS ON CITYOFEMERSON.ORG Phone 770.382.9819 « Fax 770.606.1731 GEORGIA « EST. 1889 700 Hwy 293, Emerson, Georgia 30137 ‘e) NOTICE The City of Emerson hereby Provides notice that the Council Meeting & Work Session scheduled for Monday, July 13, 2026 has been cancelled.
Mon Jul 13, 2026

City Council

Emerson City Council meeting cancelled

The City of Emerson has cancelled the Council Meeting and Work Session scheduled for Monday, July 13, 2026.

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EMERS ON CITYOFEMERSON.ORG Phone 770.382.9819 « Fax 770.606.1731 GEORGIA « EST. 1889 700 Hwy 293, Emerson, Georgia 30137 ‘e) NOTICE The City of Emerson hereby Provides notice that the Council Meeting & Work Session scheduled for Monday, July 13, 2026 has been cancelled.
Thu Jul 9, 2026

Planning and Zoning

Planning and Zoning to vote on two rezoning cases

The Planning and Zoning commission will hold public hearings and vote on two land-use cases. These include a rezoning request on Fourth Street and an annexation and rezoning request on Highway 293.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves Highway 293 rezoning and denies Fourth Street rezoning

The commission approved the annexation and rezoning of 10.297 acres on Highway 293 for a single-ownership neighborhood. The request to rezone 17.4 acres on Fourth Street was denied following public opposition regarding traffic and density. The previous meeting minutes were also approved.

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PLANNING AND ZONING AGENDA JULY 9, 2026 7:00 P.M. Call to Order / Roll Call / Quorum Check Invocation / Pledge of Allegiance Approval of Minutes * Public Hearings: 1. Case Z26-007 - Rezoning of 17.4 acres on Fourth Street - Renew Homes, LLC 2. Case Z26-008 - Annexation & Rezoning of 10.297 acres on Highway 293 - NewStar Asset Management, LLC Reports: Old Business: New Business: 1. Case Z26-007 - Rezoning of 17.4 acres on Fourth Street - Renew Homes, LLC * 2. Case Z26-008 - Annexation & Rezoning of 10.297 acres on Highway 293 - NewStar Asset Management, LLC * Announcements: Adjournment * * Indicates a voting item Persons with disabilities needing assistance to participate in any of these proceedings should contact City Hall 48 hours in advance of the meeting at 770-382-9819.
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DRAFT PLANNING AND ZONING DRAFT MINUTES JULY 9, 2026 7:00 P.M. Call to Order / Roll Call / Quorum Check was made by Chair Michelle Dover and attendees were; Vice Chair Brandon Hughes, Commission Member Vincent Wiley, City Manager Kevin McBurnett, Assistant City Manager Todd Heath, Community Development Clerk Kendall Lay and visitors. Invocation / Pledge of Allegiance - Invocation was led by Vincent Wiley and Pledge of Allegiance was led by Michelle Dover. Approval of Minutes - A motion was made by Hughes to approve the minutes as presented. Wiley seconded the motion. Unanimous Vote, Motion Carried. Public Hearings: 1. Case Z26-007 - Rezoning of 17.4 acres on Fourth Street - Renew Homes, LLC Keith Lovell came representing the applicant. Keith mentioned that the use they are seeking aligns with the future land use map. The neighborhood would be a single family detached neighborhood with an HOA that would maintain the yards and landscaping. The development would also include a land swap with the City which would relocate the land set aside for Monroe Park. If the development were to be approved, the land for the park would be graded and seeded for the City. Bill Popham came forward as a resident of the community to speak against the application. He stated t …
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Wed Jun 24, 2026

City Council

Second reading of ordinance for moratorium on land disturbance permits

The Emerson City Council meets in a called session for the second reading of Ordinance #2026-013, which would impose a moratorium on land disturbance permits. The agenda contains no other substantive items.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves land disturbance permit moratorium

The council approved Ordinance # 2026-013 regarding a moratorium on land disturbance permits. This action was taken to establish city processes before SB447 takes effect on July 1, 2026.

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CITY COUNCIL CALLED MEETING AGENDA JUNE 24, 2026 6:00 PM I. Call to Order/Roll Call/Quorum Check II. Old Business 1. Second Reading - Ordinance# 2026-013 - Moratorium Land Disturbance Permits III. Adjournment Persons with disabilities needing assistance to participate in any of these proceedings should contact City Hall 48 hours in advance of the meeting at 770-382-9819.
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D R A F T CALLED CITY COUNCIL MEETING DRAFT MINUTES JUNE 24, 2026 6:00 PM I. Call to Order/Roll Call/Quorum Check was made by Mayor S.B. Jordan and attendees were: Council Members Dennis Mauldin, Charles Lowry, and Charles Dabbs; City Manager Kevin McBurnett, City Clerk Robbie Swords, Police Chief Kyle Teems, and media. II. Old Business 1. 2nd Reading - Ordinance # 2026-013 - Moratorium Land Disturbance Permits - McBurnett reviewed the change to SB447 which requires changes to the processes/ and the moratorium would be to make sure we have our processes established before this SB takes effect on 7/1/2026. A motion was made by Lowry to approve with a second from Mauldin. Unanimous Vote, Motion Carried. III Adjournment - There being no further business, a motion to adjourn was made by Mauldin at 6:02 pm. A second was given by Dabbs. Unanimous Vote, Motion Carried. __________________________ Robbie Swords, City Clerk {City Seal} Persons with disabilities needing assistance to participate in any of these proceedings should contact City Hall 48 hours in advance of the meeting at 770-382-9819.
Mon Jun 22, 2026

City Council

City Council holds work session with no specific agenda items listed

The City of Emerson Mayor and City Council will hold a work session on June 22, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate with no substantive items for decision or discussion.

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✓ Decided: No substantive decisions were made during the June 22 council work session

The City Council held a work session to discuss upcoming agenda items. No formal votes or actions were taken on the discussed topics.

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EMERS ON CITYOFEMERSON.ORG Phone 770.382.9819 « Fax 770.606.1731 GEORGIA « EST. 1889 700 Hwy 293, Emerson, Georgia 30137 NOTICE The City of Emerson Mayor and City Council will hold a Work Session on Monday, June 22, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.
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DRAFT COUNCIL WORK SESSION DRAFT MINUTES JUNE 22, 2026 6:00 PM I. Call to Order/Roll Call/Quorum Check was made by Mayor S.B. Jordan and attendees were; Council Members Michael Snyder, Dennis Mauldin, Charles Dabbs and Charles Lowry; City Manager Kevin McBurnett, City Clerk Robbie Swords, Deputy City Clerk Autumn Palmore, Police Chief Kyle Teems, Finance Officer Jason Parker, Officer LaFrance, and visitors. II. Discussion Items: 1. Agenda Review - McBurnett a) Resolution - Appoint CVB Board Director - Erika Henry b) Moratorium on Land Disturbance Permits - SB 447 c) Wednesday, June 24th Called Council Meeting at 6 pm d) Old Courthouse Renovations/Repairs e) Arizona Avenue Plan Set - Out for bid soon f) Cumberland Pump Station III. Adjournment - There being no further business, a motion was made by Lowry to adjourn the meeting at 6:55 pm. A second was given by Dabbs. Unanimous Vote, Motion Carried. ________________________ Robbie Swords, City Clerk {City Seal}
Mon Jun 22, 2026

City Council

Council to consider moratorium on land disturbance permits

The Emerson City Council will hold a public hearing and first reading of Ordinance 2026-013, which would impose a moratorium on land disturbance permits. The council also plans to vote on Resolution 2026-015 to appoint a director to the Convention and Visitors Bureau board.

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✓ Decided: Council approves CVB Director appointment and sets hearing for land moratorium

The Council approved the appointment of Erika Henry as Director to the CVB. A second reading for Ordinance # 2026-013 regarding a land disturbance moratorium was scheduled for June 24, 2026.

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CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA JUNE 22, 2026 7:00 PM I. Call to Order/Roll Call/Quorum Check II. Invocation/Pledge of Allegiance III. Review and Approval of Agenda IV. Review and Approval of Minutes 1. June 8, 2026 - Draft Minutes - 6 pm - Work Session 2. June 8, 2026 - Draft Minutes - 7 pm - Council Meeting V. Public Comments VI. Presentations and Proclamations VII. Reports VIII. Public Hearings 1. Public Hearing - Ordinance# 2026-013 - Moratorium Land Disturbance Permits IX. Old Business X. New Business 1. Resolution 2026-015 - Appoint Director to CVB board 2. First Reading - Ordinance# 2026-013 - Moratorium Land Disturbance Permits XI. Mayor and Council Comments XII. Announcements 1. Employee Appreciation a. June 27th, Micah Tart, Public Works, 3 years XIII. Executive Session XIV. Adjournment Persons with disabilities needing assistance to participate in any of these proceedings should contact City Hall 48 hours in advance of the meeting at 770-382-9819.
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DRAFT CITY COUNCIL MEETING DRAFT MINUTES JUNE 22, 2026 7:00 PM I. Call to Order/Roll Call/Quorum Check was made by Mayor S.B. Jordan and attendees were: Council Members Michael Snyder, Dennis Mauldin, Charles Dabbs and Charles Lowry; City Manager Kevin McBurnett, City Clerk Robbie Swords, Police Chief Kyle Teems, Finance Officer Jason Parker, Deputy City Clerk Autumn Palmore, Police Officer LaFrance, and visitors. II. Invocation/Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Jordan. III. Review and Approval of Agenda - A motion was made by Mauldin to approve the agenda. A second was given by Snyder. Unanimous Vote, Motion Carried. IV. Review and Approval of Minutes 1. June 8, 2026 - Draft Minutes - 6 pm - Work Session - A motion was made by Lowry to approve the minutes as presented. A second was given by Dabbs. Unanimous Vote. Motion Carried. 2. June 8, 2026 - Draft Minutes - 7 pm - Council Meeting - A motion was made by Snyder to approve the minutes as presented. A second was given by Mauldin. Unanimous Vote. Motion Carried. V. Public Comments - None. VI. Presentations and Proclamations - None. VII. Reports Jason Parker reviewed the financial statements for April & May, 2026. VIII. Public Hearings 1. Ordinance # 2026-013 - Moratorium Land Disturbance Permits - Mayor Jordan opened the hearing. No comments were made, and the hearing was closed. IX. Old Business X. New Business 1. Resolution # 2026-015 - Appoint Director to CVB B …
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Mon Jun 8, 2026

City Council

Emerson council holds work session on June 8, 2026

The City of Emerson Mayor and City Council will hold a work session on Tuesday, June 8, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. The meeting is scheduled to take place at 700 Hwy 293 in Emerson, Georgia.

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✓ Decided: Emerson City Council held a work session to discuss city business

The City Council held a work session to discuss various items including parking, safety plans, and mobile home guidance. No substantive decisions or votes on these topics were recorded during the meeting.

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EMERS ON CITYOFEMERSON.ORG Phone 770.382.9819 « Fax 770.606.1731 GEORGIA « EST. 1889 700 Hwy 293, Emerson, Georgia 30137 NOTICE The City of Emerson Mayor and City Council will hold a Work Session on Tuesday, June 8, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.
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D R A F T COUNCIL WORK SESSION MINUTES JUNE 22, 2026 6:00 PM I. Call to Order/Roll Call/Quorum Check was made by Mayor Stephen Jordan and attendees were: Council Members Charles Dabbs, Charles Lowry, Dennis Mauldin, and Michael Snyder; City Manager Kevin McBurnett, Assistant City Manager Todd Heath, Deputy City Clerk Autumn Palmore, Chief Kyle Teems, Officer Garry Mondelus, media and visitors. II. Discussion Items: 1 . Agenda Review a) Prohibited Parking - Peach Orchard Road b) Comprehensive Safety Action Plan c) Appoint Planning & Zoning Commission Member 2. Memorandum SB 33 and Calling of LHOST referendum 3. Mobile Homes guidance on allowing owners to replace existing units with new ones. 4. Illegal Dumping at 800 Lakepoint Pkwy investigation underway to identify suspects dumping tires at the property. III. Adjournment - There being no further business, a motion was made by Lowry to adjourn the meeting at 7:00 pm. A second was given by Mauldin. Unanimous Vote, Motion Carried. _____________________________ Autumn Palmore, Deputy City Clerk {City Seal}
Mon Jun 8, 2026

City Council

Second reading of parking prohibition ordinance on Peach Orchard Road

The council will hold the second reading of Ordinance #2026-010 to prohibit parking on Peach Orchard Road. Resolutions include adopting a Comprehensive Safety Action Plan and appointing a member to the Planning & Zoning Commission. Public comments and an executive session on personnel are also scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Council approves safety plan and Planning & Zoning appointment

The Council approved the Bartow Transportation Safe Streets Plan and a five-year term for Vincent Wiley on the Planning & Zoning Commission. Discussion included property subdivision, apartment development, and courtroom audio/visual upgrades. The Council also entered an executive session to discuss personnel.

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CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA JUNE 8, 2026 7:00 PM I. Call to Order/Roll Call/Quorum Check II. Invocation/Pledge of Allegiance III. Review and Approval of Agenda IV. Review and Approval of Minutes 1. May 26, 2026 - Draft Minutes - 6 pm - Work Session 2. May 26, 2026 - Draft Minutes - 7 pm - Council Meeting V. Public Comments VI. Presentations and Proclamations VII. Reports VIII. Public Hearings IX. Old Business 1. 2nd Reading - Ordinance # 2026-010 - Prohibited Parking - Peach Orchard Road X. New Business 1. Resolution # 2026-013 - Comprehensive Safety Action Plan 2. Resolution # 2026-014 - Appointment to Planning & Zoning Commission XI. Mayor and Council Comments XII. Announcements 1. Employee Appreciation a. June 27th, Micah Tart, Public Works, 3 years XIII. Executive Session 1. Personnel XIV. Adjournment Persons with disabilities needing assistance to participate in any of these proceedings should contact City Hall 48 hours in advance of the meeting at 770-382-9819.
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Draft CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JUNE 08, 2026 7:05 PM I. Call to Order/Roll Call/Quorum Check was made by Mayor Stephen Jordan and attendees were: Council Members Charles Dabbs, Charles Lowry, Dennis Mauldin, and Michael Snyder; City Manager Kevin McBurnett, Assistant City Manager Todd Heath, Deputy City Clerk Autumn Palmore, Chief Kyle Teems, Officer Garry Mondelus, media and visitors. II. Invocation/Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Jordan. III. Review and Approval of Agenda - A motion was made by Snyder to approve the agenda as presented. A second was given by Lowry. Unanimous Vote. Motion Carried. IV. Review and Approval of Minutes 1. May 26, 2026 - Draft Minutes - 6 pm - Work Session - A motion was made by Lowry to approve the minutes as presented. A second given by Dabbs. Unanimous Vote. Motion Carried. 2. May 26, 2026 - Draft Minutes - 7 pm - Council Meeting - A motion was made by Snyder to approve the minutes as presented. A second given by Lowry. Unanimous Vote. Motion Carried. V. Public Comments - None VI. Presentations and Proclamations - None VII. Reports - None VIII. Public Hearings IX. Old Business 1. 2nd Reading - Ordinance # 2026-010 - Prohibited Parking - Peach Orchard Road - McBurnett noted that large trucks should be prohibited from the roadway to prevent damage to the underlying water lines caused by parking. Persons with disabilities needing assistance to participate in an …
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Thu Jun 4, 2026

Planning and Zoning

Procedural meeting with no substantive agenda items

The Planning and Zoning meeting on June 4, 2026, consists entirely of procedural items: call to order, invocation, approval of minutes, and routine reports. No public hearings, new business, or concrete actions such as rezonings or contracts are listed. The only voting item is the approval of unspecified minutes.

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✓ Decided: The Planning and Zoning Commission held a meeting for development updates

The commission reviewed current development projects and upcoming applications presented by the Assistant City Manager. No substantive decisions or new business were recorded during this meeting.

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PLANNING AND ZONING AGENDA JUNE 4, 2026 7:00 P.M. Call to Order / Roll Call / Quorum Check Invocation / Pledge of Allegiance Approval of Minutes * Public Hearings: Reports: 1. Development Updates Old Business: New Business: Announcements: Adjournment * * Indicates a voting item Persons with disabilities needing assistance to participate in any of these proceedings should contact City Hall 48 hours in advance of the meeting at 770-382-9819.
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CITYOFEMERSON.ORG Phone 770.382.9819 ● Fax 770.606.1731 700 Hwy 293, Emerson, Georgia 30137 EMERSON PLANNING AND ZONING MINUTES JUNE 4, 2026 7:00 P.M. CalltoOrder / RollCall/Quorum Check was made by Vice Chair Brandon Hughes and attendees were; Commission Members Tom Farmer and Ted Porter;AssistantCityManager Todd Heath,Community DevelopmentClerkKendallLay and visitors. Invocation/Pledge ofAllegiance- Invocationwas led by Ted Porterand Pledge ofAllegiance was ledby Brandon Hughes. Approval of Minutes - A motion was made by Farmer toapprove theminiftesas presented. Porterseconded the motion. Unanimous Vote,Motion Carried. Public Hearings: None Reports: 1. Development Updates Mr. Heath gave detailson theprojectscurrentlyunder development throughout theCity.He alsotouchedon some upcoming applicationsthatthe commission would be seeingsoon.There were some generalquestionsregardingspecillcsof certainprojectsfrom thecommission. Aftersome time the discussion ended. Old Business: None New' Business: None Announcements: None Adjournment: There beingno furtherbusiness,a motion was made by Porterto adjourn the meeting at7:42 pm with a second from Farmer. Unanimous Vote, Motion Carried. MidallLay ^Community Development '{CifySeal}
Tue May 26, 2026

City Council

City Council holds work session with no listed agenda items

This is a procedural notice only. The City of Emerson Mayor and City Council will hold a work session on May 26, 2026. No specific agenda items, decisions, or discussions are listed in the provided notice.

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✓ Decided: Emerson City Council held a work session with no substantive decisions

The Emerson City Council convened for a work session on May 26, 2026, to review agenda items including the FY27 budget, prohibited parking on Peach Orchard Road, and a surplus vehicle resolution. No formal votes or approvals were recorded during the discussion. The council adjourned at 6:52 p.m.

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EMERS ON CITYOFEMERSON.ORG Phone 770.382.9819 « Fax 770.606.1731 GEORGIA « EST. 1889 700 Hwy 293, Emerson, Georgia 30137 NOTICE The City of Emerson Mayor and City Council will hold a Work Session on Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.
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DRAFT COUNCIL WORK SESSION DRAFT MINUTES MAY 26, 2026 6:00 PM I. Call to Order/Roll Call/Quorum Check was made by Mayor S.B. Jordan and attendees were; Council Members Michael Snyder and Dennis Mauldin; City Manager Kevin McBurnett, Assistant City Manager Todd Heath, City Clerk Robbie Swords, Finance Officer Jason Parker, Officer Justin Lusian, Police Chief Kyle Teems, and media. II. Discussion Items: 1. Agenda Review - McBurnett a) Prohibited Parking - Peach Orchard Road b) FY27 Budget c) Pension Committee Member d) Canine Care Agreement - Elrod e) Resolution - Surplus 2019 Dodge Charger 2. Use of K-9 Ti 3. Job Openings - Hiring Updates 4. Gmebs for Council vs Pay for Meetings 5. LMIG Grant 6. Property Tax Homestead Exemption III. Adjournment - There being no further business, a motion was made by Mauldin to adjourn the meeting at 6:52 pm. A second was given by Snyder. Unanimous Vote, Motion Carried. ________________________ Robbie Swords, City Clerk {City Seal}
Tue May 26, 2026

City Council

Emerson City Council to hold second reading of FY 27 Budget

The City Council will consider the second reading of the FY 27 Budget ordinance. The body will also review a pension committee appointment and an alcohol license for LakePoint.

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✓ Decided: Emerson City Council approves FY 27 budget and several city resolutions

The City Council approved the Fiscal Year 2027 budget and appointed Michael Snyder to the Pension Committee. Additionally, the council approved a new canine care agreement and the surplus of a 2019 Dodge Charger.

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CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA MAY 26, 2026 7:00 PM I. Call to Order/Roll Call/Quorum Check II. Invocation/Pledge of Allegiance III. Review and Approval of Agenda IV. Review and Approval of Minutes 1. May 11, 2026 - Draft Minutes - 6 pm - Work Session 2. May 11, 2026 - Draft Minutes - 7 pm - Council Meeting V. Public Comments VI. Presentations and Proclamations VII. Reports VIII. Public Hearings IX. Old Business 1. 2nd Reading - Ordinance #2026-009 - FY 27 Budget X. New Business 1. Resolution # 2026-011 - Pension Committee Appointment 2. Alcohol License - LakePoint - Malt Beverage & Wine Pouring 3. Canine Care Agreement - Micah Elrod 4. Resolution # 2026-012 - Surplus Property - 2019 Dodge Charger Vin#555067 XI. Mayor and Council Comments XII. Announcements 1. Employee Appreciation a. May 25th, Remi Martel, Police Officer, 1 year XIII. Executive Session XIV. Adjournment Persons with disabilities needing assistance to participate in any of these proceedings should contact City Hall 48 hours in advance of the meeting at 770-382-9819.
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DRAFT CITY COUNCIL MEETING DRAFT MINUTES MAY 26, 2026 7:00 PM I. Call to Order/Roll Call/Quorum Check was made by Mayor S.B. Jordan and attendees were: Council Members Michael Snyder and Dennis Mauldin; City Manager Kevin McBurnett, Assistant City Manager Todd Heath, City Clerk Robbie Swords, Finance Officer Jason Parker, Officer Justin Lusian, Police Chief Kyle Teems, and media. II. Invocation/Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Jordan. III. Review and Approval of Agenda - A motion was made by Mauldin to approve the agenda. A second was given by Snyder. Unanimous Vote, Motion Carried. IV. Review and Approval of Minutes 1. May 11, 2026 - Draft Minutes - 6 pm - Work Session - A motion was made by Snyder to approve the minutes as presented. A second was given by Mauldin. Unanimous Vote. Motion Carried. 2. May 11, 2026 - Draft Minutes - 7 pm - Council Meeting - A motion was made by Snyder to approve the minutes as presented. A second was given by Mauldin. Unanimous Vote. Motion Carried. V. Public Comments - None. VI. Presentations and Proclamations - None. VII. Reports - None. VIII. Public Hearings 1. Ordinance # 2026-010 - Prohibited Parking - Peach Orchard Road - Mayor Jordan opened the hearing. No comments were made and the hearing was closed. IX. Old Business 1. 2nd Reading - Ordinance # 2026-009 - FY 27 Budget - A motion was made by Snyder to approve with a second from Mauldin. Unanimous Vote, Motion Carried. X. …
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Mon May 11, 2026

City Council

Council to hold public hearing on FY27 budget, consider parking and annexation

The Emerson City Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance #2026-009 for the FY27 budget and conduct a first reading of the same ordinance. The council will also take second readings on a parking ordinance (Ordinance #2026-008) and an annexation and rezoning request by Ely Holdings for 1.5 acres (Ordinance #2026-002). The meeting includes approval of minutes from April 27 work session and council meeting.

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CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA MAY 11, 2026 7:00 PM I. Call to Order/Roll Call/Quorum Check II. Invocation/Pledge of Allegiance III. Review and Approval of Agenda IV. Review and Approval of Minutes 1. April 27, 2026 - Draft Minutes - 6 pm - Work Session 2. April 27, 2026 - Draft Minutes - 7 pm - Council Meeting V. Public Comments VI. Presentations and Proclamations VII. Reports VIII. Public Hearings 1. Ordinance # 2026-009 - FY27 Budget IX. Old Business 1. 2nd Reading - Ordinance # 2026-008 - Parking 2. 2nd Reading - Ordinance # 2026-002 - Ely Holdings - Annexation & Rezoning - 1.5 acres X. New Business 1. 1st Reading - Ordinance # 2026-009 - FY27 Budget XI. Mayor and Council Comments XII. Announcements 1. Employee Appreciation a. May 25th, Remi Martel, Police Officer, 1 year XIII. Executive Session XIV. Adjournment Persons with disabilities needing assistance to participate in any of these proceedings should contact City Hall 48 hours in advance of the meeting at 770-382-9819.
Mon May 11, 2026

City Council

City of Emerson Mayor and City Council to hold Work Session

The City of Emerson Mayor and City Council have scheduled a Work Session for May 11, 2026. No specific agenda items or discussion topics were provided in the notice.

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EMERS ON CITYOFEMERSON.ORG Phone 770.382.9819 « Fax 770.606.1731 GEORGIA « EST. 1889 700 Hwy 293, Emerson, Georgia 30137 NOTICE The City of Emerson Mayor and City Council will hold a Work Session on Monday, May 11, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.
Thu May 7, 2026

Planning and Zoning

Emerson Planning and Zoning to review plat process and appointment schedule

The Planning and Zoning commission will meet to discuss a revised plat review process and a proposed appointment schedule. The body will also vote on the approval of previous meeting minutes.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission elects new Chair and Vice Chair, approves plat review changes

The commission approved the meeting minutes unanimously. Michelle Dover was elected Chair and Brandon Hughes Vice Chair, each by unanimous vote. The commission unanimously recommended the proposed revisions to the plat review process, giving staff authority to approve or deny routine plats. The meeting was adjourned at 8:13 p.m.

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PLANNING AND ZONING AGENDA MAY 7, 2026 7:00 P.M. Call to Order / Roll Call / Quorum Check Invocation / Pledge of Allegiance Approval of Minutes * Public Hearings: Reports: 1. Proposed Planning Commission Appointment Schedule Old Business: New Business: 1. Revised Plat Review Process * Announcements: Adjournment * * Indicates a voting item Persons with disabilities needing assistance to participate in any of these proceedings should contact City Hall 48 hours in advance of the meeting at 770-382-9819.
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OTYOFEMERSON.ORG Phone 770.502.9619 ● Fax 770.606.1751 700 Hwy 295, Emerson, Georgia 50157 EMERSON PLANNING AND ZONING MINUTES MAY 7, 2026 7;00 P.M. Call to Order / Roll Call/ Quorum Check was made by Vice Chair Michelle Dover and attendeeswere; Commission Members Brandon Hughes, Tom Farmer and Ted Porter;Assistant CityManager Todd Heath,Community Development ClerkKendall Lay and visitors. Invocation / Pledge of Allegiance - Invocationwas led by Ted Porterand Pledge of Allegiance was ledby Michelle Dover. Approval of Minutes - A motion was made by Porterto approve the minutes as presented. Hughes seconded the motion. Unanimous Vote,Motion Carried. Public Hearings: None Reports: 1. Proposed Planning Commission Appointment Schedule Mr. Heath went over theproposedreappointmentscheduleforthecommission members. The goalistohave 1 seatexpireeach yearinJune toreducepotential continuityissues. Old Business: None New Business: Election of Officers1. With thenew vacancy of previousChaimian BillPopham, a new Chairperson needed to be elected.Portermade a motion to appointDover as Chair.A second was given by Hughes. Unanimous vote,motion carried.This opened theposition of Vice Chair which called for another vote. A motion was made by Porter to appointHughes as theVice Chair.A second was givenby Dover. Unanimous vote, motion earned. 2. Revised Plat Review Process * Mr. Heath gave an explanationof how theplatreviewprocess currentlyworks alongwiththeproposedchangestotheapprovalprocess.With t …
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Mon Apr 27, 2026

City Council

Emerson City Council holds work session on April 27

This is a notice of a work session for the Emerson Mayor and City Council. The agenda contains no specific items for discussion or decision; it is solely a procedural meeting notice.

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✓ Decided: City Council adjourned meeting unanimously with no substantive actions

The council reviewed the agenda and discussed several items, but no motions were adopted, denied, or tabled. The meeting was adjourned at 6:53 p.m. by a unanimous vote.

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EMERS ON CITYOFEMERSON.ORG Phone 770.382.9819 « Fax 770.606.1731 GEORGIA « EST. 1889 700 Hwy 293, Emerson, Georgia 30137 NOTICE The City of Emerson Mayor and City Council will hold a Work Session on Monday, April 27, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.
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ClTYOFEMERSON.ORG Phone 770.382.9619 ● Fax 770.606.1731 700 Hwy 293, Emerson, Georgia 30137 EMERSON COUNCIL WORK SESSION MINUTES APRIL 27, 2026 6:00 PM Call to Order/Roli Call/Quorum Check was made by Mayor S.B. Jordan and attendees were Council Members Dennis Mauldin,Michael Snyder,Charles Lowry and Charles Dabbs; CityManager Kevin McBurnett,AssistantCityManager Todd Heath,City Clerk Robbie Swords, Finance OfficerJason Parker,Police Chief Kyle Teems, OfficerGarry Mondelus and visitors. I. II. Discussion Items: Kevin - Agenda Review Amend Agenda - Add ResolutionRe-appointFarmer to P&Z Ordinance - Parking Restrictions- Crown Drive Ordinance - Annexation & Rezoning 1.5acres- Ely Holdings CityMap Amendment - Not appropriateforcurrentneeds Local Emergency Operations Plan - Bartow 2026 Jason Parker- FY 27 Budget & FinancialStatementsforMarch, 2026 Kevin - Parking Issues 1. a) b) c) d) e) 2. 3. Adjournment - There being no furtherbusiness,a motion was made by Lowry to adjournthemeeting at6:53 pm. A second was given by Mauldin. Unanimous Vote, Motion Cairied. III. uj,JkaJQiuiQ^Robbie Swords, CityClerk {City * z 1Im''
Mon Apr 27, 2026

City Council

City Council to consider parking, annexation, and emergency operations plans

The Emerson City Council will review and approve minutes from April 13, hear public comments, and consider three ordinances: a parking ordinance, an annexation and rezoning for 1.5 acres, and a local emergency operations plan.

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✓ Decided: Council reappoints Farmer to Planning & Zoning Commission for four years

The council approved the reappointment of Farmer to the Planning & Zoning Commission for a four‑year term ending June 30, 2030. It also denied the proposed city map amendment and approved the Bartow County 2026 Emergency Operations Plan. All three actions passed with unanimous votes.

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CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA APRIL 27, 2026 7:00 PM I. Call to Order/Roll Call/Quorum Check II. Invocation/Pledge of Allegiance III. Review and Approval of Agenda IV. Review and Approval of Minutes 1. April 13, 2026 - Draft Minutes - 6 pm - Work Session 2. April 13, 2026 - Draft Minutes - 7 pm - Council Meeting V. Public Comments VI. Presentations and Proclamations VII. Reports VIII. Public Hearings 1. Ordinance # 2026-008 - Parking 2. Ordinance # 2026-002 - Ely Holdings - Annexation & Rezoning - 1.5 acres IX. Old Business 1. 2nd Reading - Ordinance # 2026-001 - City Map Amendment X. New Business 1. 1st Reading - Ordinance # 2026-008 - Parking 2. 1st Reading - Ordinance # 2026-002 - Ely - Annexation & Rezoning - 1.5 acres 3. Bartow County Local Emergency Operations Plan - 2026 XI. Mayor and Council Comments XII. Announcements 1. Employee Appreciation a. April 4th, Jody Page, Public Works Dept. , 4 years b. April 29th, Todd Heath, Asst. City Manager, 21 years Persons with disabilities needing assistance to participate in any of these proceedings should contact City Hall 48 hours in advance of the meeting at 770-382-9819. c. Keep Emerson Beautiful Clean Up Event - May 2nd - 9 am - noon XIII. Executive Session XIV. Adjournment
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CiTYOFEMERSON.ORG Phone 770.362.9619 ● Fax 770,606.1731 700 Hwy 295, Emerson, Georgia 30137 EMERSON CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES APRIL 27, 2026 7:00 PM Call to Order/Roli Call/Quorum Check was made by Mayor S.B. Jordan and attendeeswere: Council Members Dennis Mauldin, Michael Snyder,CharlesLowry, and Charles Dabbs; City Manager Kevin McBurnett, AssistantCity Manager Todd Heath,City Clerk Robbie Swords, Finance OfficerJasonParker,PoliceChief Kyle Teems, OfficerGarry Mondelus, and visitors. I. II. Invocation/Pledge of .\llegiancewas ledby Mayor Jordan. Review and Approval of Agenda - A motion was made by Dabbs toamend theagenda to add new businessitem fora Resolutionto re-appointFarmer totheP&Z Commission. A second was given by Snyder. Unanimous Vote,Motion Carried. III. IV. Review and Approval of Minutes April 13,2026 - Draft Minutes - 6 pm - Work Session - A motion was made by Lowry toapprove theminutes as presented.A second given by Dabbs. Unanimous Vote. Motion Carried. 1. 2. April 13,2026 - Draft Minutes - 7 pm - Council Meeting - A motion was made by Lowry to approve theminutes as presented.A second given by Dabbs. Unanimous Vote. Motion Carried. V. Public Comments BillPopham addressedtheCouncil and announced hisresignationfrom the Planning& Zoning Commission. He staledhe has some serioushealthissuesand willneed to focus on hisrecovery. Council was saddened and expressed thatwe willthisfightwith you Bill. Vince Wiley spoke on Bill’sservicetothecityand thanked him forhism …
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Mon Apr 13, 2026

City Council

City of Emerson Work Session scheduled for April 13, 2026

The Mayor and City Council will hold a work session. No specific agenda items or discussion topics were provided in the notice.

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✓ Decided: Council adjourned the meeting unanimously at 6:51 p.m.

A motion to adjourn the meeting was made by Lowiy at 6:51 p.m. and seconded by Dabbs. The council voted unanimously to carry the motion, ending the session. No other agenda items recorded a decision.

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EMERS ON CITYOFEMERSON.ORG Phone 770.382.9819 « Fax 770.606.1731 GEORGIA « EST. 1889 700 Hwy 293, Emerson, Georgia 30137 NOTICE The City of Emerson Mayor and City Council will hold a Work Session on Monday, April 13, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.
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CITYOFEMERSON.ORG Phone 770.582.9619 ● Fox 770.606.1751 700 Hwy 295, Emerson. Georgia 30137 EMERSON COUNCIL WORK SESSION MINUTES APRIL 13, 2026 6:00 PM Cal! to Order/Roll Call/Quorum Check was made by Mayor S.B. Jordan and attendees were Council Members Michael Snyder,Dennis Mauldin, Charles Lowry and Charles Dabbs; CityManager Kevin McBurnett,AssistantCityManager Todd Heath,CityClerk Robbie Swords,Deputy CityClerkAutumn Pahnore,OfficerGarry Mondelus, Police Chief Kyle Teems, PublicWorks DirectorBrian Bolin,Court Clerk KelliNeal, Finance OfficerJason Parker,Sgt.Wilcox, visitorsand media. I. II. Discussion Items: Agenda Review 2nd Reading - FY2026 Budget Amendments Lease Agreement - PoliceVehicle Plat- DI Development Amend Agenda - Add ExecutiveSession- Real Estate Lowiy - Flock Cameras and Issueathisneighborhood,GDOT holeinroadways at Gaston Westbrook and Hwy. 293, and email from GMA Keep Emerson BeautifulClean Up Day - May 2nd - 9 am untilnoon Dabbs - Paintingroad linesby QT and in LakepointArea Lowry & Dabbs - Court Room Cameras and Speakers a) b) c) d) 2. 3. 4. 5. Adjournment - There being no furtherbusiness,a motion was made by Lowiy to adjournthemeetingat6:51pm. A secondwas givenby Dabbs. Unanimous Vote,Motion Carried. III. huui V i Robbie Swords, City Clerk c-'C> ''aim"''
Mon Apr 13, 2026

City Council

City Council will consider a FY 2026 budget amendment and a police vehicle lease

The Emerson City Council meeting will review and approve the agenda and minutes, then move to old business with a second reading of Ordinance #2026-007, a FY 2026 budget amendment. In new business, the council will consider Resolution #2026-009, a lease agreement for a 2025 Ford Explorer for the Police Department, and a plat for DI Development. The meeting also includes public comments, employee appreciation announcements, and an executive session.

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✓ Decided: Council approved FY 2026 budget amendments

The council unanimously approved the FY 2026 budget amendment ordinance. It also approved a lease resolution for a police department vehicle and a development plat for a Holiday Inn Express. The meeting agenda was amended to add an executive‑session item on real estate, and the meeting was adjourned unanimously.

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CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA APRIL 13, 2026 7:00 PM I. Call to Order/Roll Call/Quorum Check II. Invocation/Pledge of Allegiance III. Review and Approval of Agenda IV. Review and Approval of Minutes 1. March 23, 2026 - Draft Minutes - 6 pm - Work Session 2. March 23, 2026 - Draft Minutes - 7 pm - Council Meeting V. Public Comments VI. Presentations and Proclamations VII. Reports VIII. Public Hearings IX. Old Business 1. 2nd Reading - Ordinance # 2026-007 - FY 26 Budget Amendment X. New Business 1. Resolution # 2026-009 - GMA Lease Agreement - 2025 Ford Explorer - Police Dept. 2. Plat - DI Development XI. Mayor and Council Comments XII. Announcements 1. Employee Appreciation a. April 4th, Jody Page, Public Works Dept. , 4 years b. April 29th, Todd Heath, Asst. City Manager, 21 years XIII. Executive Session XIV. Adjournment Persons with disabilities needing assistance to participate in any of these proceedings should contact City Hall 48 hours in advance of the meeting at 770-382-9819.
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CITYOFEMERSON.ORG Phone 770.382.9619 ● Fax 770.606.1751 700 Hwy 293, Emerson, Georgia 30137 EMERSON CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES APRIL 13, 2026 7:00 PM Call to Order/Roll CaH/Quonim Check was made by Mayor S.B. Jordan and attendeeswere: Council Members Michael Snyder,Dennis Mauldin, CharlesLowry and CharlesDabbs; CityManager Kevin McBurnett,AssistantCity Manager Todd Heath, City Clerk Robbie Swords, Deputy City ClerkAutumn Palmore,PoliceChief Kyle Teems. OfficerGarry Mondelus and Sgt.ScottWilcox, Public Works DirectorBrian Bolin, Finance OfficerJason Parker,Court Clerk KelliNeal, visitorsand media. I. II. Invocation/PledgcofAllegiancewas ledby Mayor Jordan. III. Review and Approval ofAgenda - A motion was made by Snyder toamend theagenda to add an Executive Session for Real Estate. A second was given by Mauldin. Unanimous Vote,Motion Carried. IV. Review and Approval of Minutes March 23, 2026 - Draft Minutes - 6 pm - Work Session- A motion was made by Lowry toapprove the minutes as presented.A second was given by Dabbs. Unanimous Vote, Motion Carried. 1. 2. March 23,2026 - Draft Minutes - 7 pm - Council Meeting - A motion was made by Dabbs toapprovetheminutesaspresented.A second was given by Snyder.Unanimous Vote,Motion Carried. V. Public Comments - None VI. Presentations and Proclamations - None VII. Reports - None VIII. Public Hearings -None IX. Old Business 1. Second Reading - Ordinance # 2026-007 - FY 2026 Budget Amendments - A motion was made by Mauldin toapprove with a s …
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Thu Apr 9, 2026

Planning and Zoning

Annexation and rezoning of 1.5 acres on Red Top Mountain Road

The Emerson Planning and Zoning Commission will consider two development proposals. Case Z26-002 proposes annexing and rezoning 1.5 acres on Red Top Mountain Road owned by Ely Holdings, LLC. Case Z26-003 proposes a subdivision plat by DI Development LLC. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of minutes and public hearing notices.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved annexation and rezoning of 1.5 acres on Red Top Mountain Road

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the meeting minutes unanimously. It then approved the annexation and rezoning of 1.5 acres on Red Top Mountain Road for Ely Holdings, LLC, and approved a subdivision plat for DI Development LLC, both by unanimous vote. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote.

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PLANNING AND ZONING AGENDA APRIL 9, 2026 7:00 P.M. Call to Order / Roll Call / Quorum Check Invocation / Pledge of Allegiance Approval of Minutes * Public Hearings: 1. Case Z26-002 - Annexation & Rezoning of 1.5 acres on Red Top Mountain Road - Ely Holdings, LLC Series 1 Reports: Old Business: New Business: 1. Case Z26-002 - Annexation & Rezoning of 1.5 acres on Red Top Mountain Road - Ely Holdings, LLC Series 1 * 2. Case Z26-003 - Subdivision Plat - DI Development LLC * Announcements: Adjournment * * Indicates a voting item Persons with disabilities needing assistance to participate in any of these proceedings should contact City Hall 48 hours in advance of the meeting at 770-382-9819.
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CITYOFEMERSON.ORG Phone 770.562.9619 ● Fax 770.606.1751 700 Fiwy 293, Emerson, Georgia 30137 EMERSON PLANNING AND ZONING MINUTES APRIL 9, 2026 7:00 P.M. Callto Order /RollCall/Quorum Check was made by Chaimian BillPopham and attendees were;Commission Members Brandon Hughes and Ted Porter;AssistantCityManager Todd Heath,Community Development ClerkKendallLay and visitors. Invocation/Pledge of Allegiance- Invocationwas ledby Ted Porterand Pledgeof Allegiance was ledby BillPopham. Approval of Minutes - A motion was made by Portertoapprove the minutes as presented. Hughes seconded the motion. Unanimous Vote,Motion Canied. Public Hearings: 1. Case Z26-002 -Annexation & Rezoning of 1.5acreson Red Top Mountain Road - Ely Holdings,LLC Series1 Mr. Heath gave some informationas an introductionfortheapplication.The commission thencalledup a representativeoftheapplicationto speak on its behalf ChrisColliercame forwardrepresentingtheapplication.He statedthatthis applicationisa resultof them acquiringthelandin questionrecently.The zoning willconform totheirexistingpropertyand willalsobe siteplan specific.He statedthatthenew layoutof thesitewould How betterallowingfortheeasements on tliepropertytobe more easilyaccessibleaswellas more aesthetically pleasing. There were no otherspeakerson thisaction. Reports: None Old Business: None New Business: 1. Case Z26-002 - Annexation & Rezoniiigof 1.5acreson Red Top Mountain Road - Ely Holdings,LLC Series1 A motion was made by Hughes toapprove with a s …
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Mon Mar 23, 2026

City Council

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1. Meeting Material Documents: CITY COUNCIL AGENDA 03-23-2026.PDF CITY COUNCIL MINUTES 03-23-2026 WORK SESSION.PDF CITY COUNCIL MINUTES 03-23-2026.PDF
Mon Mar 9, 2026

City Council

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Thu Mar 5, 2026

Planning and Zoning

Planning commission will discuss residential use classification and future growth

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to receive community development updates. It will discuss residential use classification and definitions. It will also discuss future growth and residential development patterns. Announcements will include terms of the Planning Commission.

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✓ Decided: Planning commission approved minutes and adjourned meeting unanimously

The commission approved the March 5, 2026 meeting minutes with a unanimous vote. No substantive actions were taken on new business items. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

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PLANNING AND ZONING AGENDA MARCH 5, 2026 7:00 P.M. Call to Order / Roll Call / Quorum Check Invocation / Pledge of Allegiance Approval of Minutes * Public Hearings: Reports: 1. Community Development Updates Old Business: New Business: 1. Planning Discussion - Residential Use Classification and Definitions 2. Planning Discussion - Future Growth and Residential Development Patterns Announcements: 1. Planning Commission Terms Adjournment * * Indicates a voting item Persons with disabilities needing assistance to participate in any of these proceedings should contact City Hall 48 hours in advance of the meeting at 770-382-9819.
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CITYOFEMERSON.ORG Phone 770.362.9819 ● Fax 770.606.1731 700 Hwy 293, Emerson, Georgia 30137 EMERSON PLANNING AND ZONING MINUTES MARCH 5, 2026 7:00 P.M. Call to Order / Roll Call/Quorum Check was made by Vice Chair Michelle Dover and attendeeswere; Chairman BillPopham, Commission Members Brandon Hughes, Tom Farmer and Ted Porter;CityManager Kevin McBurnett,AssistantCity Manager Todd Fleath, Community Development Clerk Kendall Lay and visitors. Invocation/ Pledge of Allegiance- Invocationwas ledby Ted Porterand Pledge ofAllegiance was led by Michelle Dover. Approval of Minutes - A motion was made by Hughes toapprove theminutes as presented. Farmer seconded the motion. Unanimous Vote, Motion Carried. Public Hearings: none Reports: 1. Community Development Updates Mr. Heath went over theongoing projectswithintheCity.He gave updateson where many oftheprojectsareintheirdevelopmentprogressand mentioned that should be coming up soon. Old Business: None New Business: I. Planning Discussion - Residential Use Classificationand Definitions Mr. Heath mentioned thatwe areworking on a textamendment for some definitionsinthezoningcode.Specificallyhe requestedguidance on what the commission feltwas a good definitionformultifamilyas some communities defineitdifferently.The commission expressedthattheirpreferenceisforany propertywhich would have more thanone dwellingunitto be classifiedas multifamily. 2. Planning Discussion - Future Growth and ResidentialDevelopment Patterns Mr. Heath spoke on …
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Business establishments535 (6,677 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$848/mo (2025)
Adults with low literacy28.2% (low numeracy 45% · 2017)

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For kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:

White kids
0.452
All kids
0.362
Black kids
0.299

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