Clarkston public meetings in 2023

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning & Zoning Board will meet to approve the 2024 meeting dates for zoning matters. The board will also discuss architectural design guidelines for future development standards.

• Approval of 2024 Zoning Matters Proposed Meetings Date
• Discussion of Architectural Design Guidelines for Development Standards

City Council

The City Council will meet to adopt the FY 2024 operating and enterprise fund budget. The agenda also includes activating the Clarkston Downtown Development Authority and approving several equipment and service contracts.

• Approval of FY 2024 Operating & Enterprise Fund Budget
• Activation of the Clarkston Downtown Development Authority
• Purchase of patrol vehicle mounts/car dock stations for $17,600
• Purchase of network switches and firewalls for $21,284.20
• Agreement with LBJ Law Group, LLC for an Interim Chief Court Clerk at $7,000 monthly

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning & Zoning Board will meet to approve the 2024 meeting dates and discuss architectural design guidelines for development standards. The agenda also includes the approval of meeting minutes from April 18, 2023.

• Approval of 2024 Zoning Matters Proposed Meetings Date
• Discussion of Architectural Design Guidelines for Development Standards

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote to adopt the FY 2024 Operating & Enterprise Fund Budget. The body is also considering several public safety agreements and a new litter ordinance.

• Proposed FY 2024 Operating & Enterprise Fund Budget adoption
• Master Services Agreement with Flock Group, Inc. for License Plate Readers
• Service Agreement with Fūsus for cameras totaling $386,500
• Agreement with Georgia Association of Chiefs of Police for Assistant Police Chief assessment services
• New Chapter 23 of the City Code to regulate litter

City Council

The City Council is reviewing the proposed FY 2024 Operating & Enterprise Fund Budget. This meeting includes a public hearing for community comments on the spending plan before a second hearing and adoption on December 5.

• Proposed total expenditures of $15.8 million for FY 2024
• Proposed 3% Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) for all City Employees effective 7/1/24
• Proposed $575,000 for new office space, including a $390,000 annual lease
• SPLOST II project list totaling $17,245,978 over six years, including $3.5 million for North Indian Creek/Montreal Road
• Proposed $563,966 for new personnel, including an Assistant City Manager and HR/Risk Director

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to discuss several new service agreements and city ordinances. Key items include a financial advisory retainer and new police surveillance technology. The body will also review updates to litter and film production regulations.

• Proposed $20,000 annual retainer with Davenport & Company, LLC for financial advisory services
• Proposed Master Services Agreement with Flock Group, Inc. for License Plate Readers (LPR)
• Proposed Service Agreement with Fūsus for cameras
• Agreement with Georgia Association of Chiefs of Police for Assistant Police Chief assessment services
• Proposed ordinances to regulate litter (Chapter 23) and motion picture/television production (Chapter 10.5)

City Council

The City Council will meet to vote on several consent agenda items, including funding for home weatherization and police equipment. The body is also reviewing contracts for city communications and personnel policy updates.

• Allocation of $240,000 in ARPA Funds for a Homeowner’s Assistance and/or Weatherization Program
• Purchase of a replacement Police Department vehicle (Unit 626) for $32,416.50
• Agreement with Elarbee, Thompson, Sapp & Wilson, LLP to revise Personnel Policies and Employee Handbook (capped at $15,000)
• Agreement with PivotPath, LLC for website maintenance and communication services
• Proclamation recognizing Purple Thursday for Domestic Violence Awareness Month

City Council

The Clarkston City Council held a work session to discuss several administrative agreements and fund allocations. Key items include a $120,000 allocation of ARPA funds for a homeowner assistance and weatherization program, a $5,000 contract for website maintenance, and the replacement of a police vehicle. The council also reviewed updates to the Empower Clarkston training program and a proposal for a recycled art installation.

• Discussion of allocating $120,000 of ARPA Funds for a Homeowner’s Assistance and/or Weatherization Program
• Resolution to approve a $5,000 agreement with PivotPath, LLC for website maintenance and communication services until December 31, 2023
• Resolution to approve an agreement with Elarbee, Thompson, Sapp & Wilson, LLP to review and revise Personnel Policies and the Employee Handbook
• Discussion of replacing Police Department vehicle, Unit 626
• Proclamation recognizing Purple Thursday on the third Thursday of October for Domestic Violence Awareness Month

City Council

The City Council will meet to decide on settlement agreements with two vendors and the disposal of surplus police property. The body will also review administrative reports and approve minutes from previous September meetings.

• Settlement Agreement with PivotPath, LLC for $11,007.50
• Settlement Agreement with Human Resources Dimensions, Inc. for $12,800
• Declaration of a 2017 Dodge Charger as surplus property for the Clarkston Police Department
• Approval of minutes from September 5, September 14, and September 26 meetings

City Council

The City Council will discuss settlement agreements with two vendors for services provided under contracts that did not follow legal procurement processes. The body will also discuss declaring police department property as surplus and hiring a new City Manager.

• Proposed $11,007.50 settlement with PivotPath, LLC
• Proposed $12,800 settlement with Human Resources Dimensions, Inc.
• Discussion on declaring Clarkston Police Department property as surplus
• Proposed Request for Proposal (RFP) for a City Manager search firm

City Council

The City Council appointed a new Interim City Manager and approved several tax-related resolutions, including the continuation of the 1% SPLOST. The Council also approved a series of contracts and a liquor license via a consent agenda.

• Appointed Tammi Saddler Jones as Interim City Manager (5-0-1)
• Approved resolution to continue 1% SPLOST and call a Referendum Election (6-0)
• Authorized Intergovernmental Agreement with DeKalb County for 1% Sales and Use Tax (6-0)
• Amended agreement with Sumter Local Government Consulting for Interim City Manager services (6-0)
• Approved $120,000 increase in ARPA allocations for Weatherization Program (6-0)
• Approved agreement with Integrated Science & Engineering, Inc. for Stormwater Utility Digest Review (6-0)
• Approved agreement with CSX Transportation, Inc. for Northern Ave. to Mell Ave. realignment (6-0)
• Approved alcohol license for AM United, LLC DBA M Mart at 926 Montreal Rd. (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to review resolutions disavowing reported contracts with Human Resources Dimensions, Inc., PivotPath, LLC, and ProLogic ITS, LLC. The council also plans to discuss various items including ARPA fund allocations and infrastructure agreements.

• Resolution to disavow reported contract with Human Resources Dimensions, Inc. for consulting services
• Resolution to disavow reported contract with PivotPath, LLC for communications services ($59,200)
• Allocation of $250,000 in ARPA funds as seed money for the Downtown Development Authority
• Agreement with Integrated Science & Engineering, Inc. for Stormwater Utility Digest Review
• Agreement with CSX Transportation, Inc. for Northern Ave. to Mell Ave. realignment

The City Council held a work session to discuss various resolutions and agreements. No final votes were taken on the items discussed, as most were referred to a future Consent Agenda or remained for further discussion.

• Recommended paying $42,760 to Integrated Science & Engineering, Inc. for stormwater review (referred to Consent Agenda)
• Discussed disavowing contracts with Human Resources Dimensions, Inc., PivotPath, LLC, and ProLogic ITS, LLC (referred to Consent Agenda)
• Discussed agreement with CSX Transportation, Inc. for Northern Ave. and Mell Ave. realignment (referred to Consent Agenda)
• Discussed alcohol license application for AM United, LLC at 926 Montreal Rd. (referred to Consent Agenda)
• Discussed increasing ARPA allocations for Weatherization Program by $120,000 (referred to Consent Agenda)
• Discussed SPLOST II revenue estimates of $17,246,000 and proposed category percentages (referred to next agenda)
• Discussed $30 million funding for Avalon Apartments by Dekalb County Housing Authority (discussion only)
• Discussed allocating $250,000 in ARPA funds for Downtown Development Authority (discussion only)

City Council

The Clarkston City Council is meeting to consider a resolution approving an agreement with Sumter Local Government Consulting. The contract would provide professional services for a full-time interim City Manager at an hourly rate of $115.

• Resolution to approve agreement with Sumter Local Government Consulting
• Interim City Manager services at an hourly rate of $115
• $2,500 finder's fee if the interim professional is hired as a City employee within 60 days
• Executive session to discuss a personnel matter

The City Council approved a resolution to contract with Sumter Local Government Consulting for professional services to secure an Interim City Manager. The Council also entered an executive session to discuss a personnel matter.

• Approved agreement with Sumter Local Government Consulting for Interim City Manager services (5-0)
• Approved motion to enter Executive Session for a personnel matter (5-0)

City Council

The City Council is meeting to adopt a resolution appointing Finance Director Dan Defnall as Acting City Manager. This action follows the administrative leave and pending resignation of City Manager Shawanna Qawiy.

• Resolution to appoint Dan Defnall as Acting City Manager
• Authorization for Dan Defnall and City Clerk Tomika Mitchell to serve as co-signatories for City bank accounts

The City Council held a special session to appoint an Acting City Manager. The council also held an executive session to discuss a personnel matter.

• Appointed Dan Defnall as Acting City Manager and authorized banking information adjustments (5-0)
• Approved adding an Executive Session to the agenda for a personnel matter (4-0)
• Entered Executive Session to discuss a personnel matter (4-0)

City Council

The City Council approved a separation agreement for City Manager Shawanna Qawiy. Additionally, the council voted to increase the FY 2023 Budget by $188,472.

• Approved separation agreement with City Manager Shawanna Qawiy (6-0)
• Approved FY 2023 Budget increase of $188,472 (6-0)
• Removed Executive Session regarding personnel matter from agenda (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss a proposal to increase pay for the local police force. The agenda also includes approving minutes from previous meetings and reviewing various departmental reports.

• Proposal to approve increasing police force compensation
• Approval of June 6, 2023, and July 6, 2023, meeting minutes

The Council discussed increasing the budget by $188,472 to raise police officer salaries to $60,000. No formal vote was recorded on the salary increase; instead, the Council discussed holding a special meeting on August 7, 2023, for a budget amendment. The Council approved the meeting minutes from June 6 and July 6, 2023.

• Approved minutes for 06/06/2023 and 07/06/2023 meetings (6-0)
• Approved adding Executive Session to the agenda for a personnel matter (6-0)
• Approved empty Consent Agenda (4-0)
• Approved entering Executive Session to discuss a personnel matter (6-0)

City Council

The Clarkston City Council will hold a work session to review and discuss potential increases to police force compensation. This item is scheduled for discussion under new business.

• Discussion regarding increasing police force compensation

The Council approved adding an item to the agenda to accommodate citizen comments on current city affairs, resulting in a Town Hall meeting scheduled for July 27. The Council also discussed increasing police officer base pay to improve recruitment and retention, though no vote was taken pending a budget review.

• Approved motion to add discussion of citizen comments on current affairs to the agenda (6-0)
• Scheduled Town Hall Meeting for Thursday, July 27 at 7:00 p.m.
• Motion to discuss and cease action on four outstanding contracts failed due to no second

City Council

The City Council approved a consent agenda including two stormwater management ordinances and the call for the November 7, 2023 General Election. The Council also appointed the City Clerk as the Elections Superintendent and recognized Muslim American Heritage Month.

• Approved proclamation for Muslim American Heritage Month (4-0)
• Approved ordinance requiring commercial conveyor car wash facilities to recycle water (4-0)
• Approved ordinance amending Chapter 22, Article I regarding postconstruction stormwater management (4-0)
• Appointed City Clerk as Elections Superintendent (4-0)
• Approved Call for Election and Qualifying Period for November 7, 2023 General Election (4-0)
• Approved minutes for meetings on 06/20/2023 and 06/29/2023 (4-0)

City Council

The July 3, 2023, special called meeting is scheduled to discuss a personnel matter in executive session. No other business or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Executive session to discuss a personnel matter

City Council

The City Council is meeting to present and hold a public hearing regarding the proposed 2023 advertised millage rate of 15.89 mills. The council also intends to vote on an ordinance to adopt the final 2023 millage rate.

• Public hearing on proposed 2023 millage rate
• Proposed 2023 advertised millage rate of 15.89 mills
• Vote on ordinance to adopt the 2023 millage rate
• Discussion of 2023 tax digest increase of 27.06%

City Council

The City Council held a special meeting to discuss and set the property tax millage rate. Following a public hearing, the Council voted to adopt a specific rate for 2023.

• Approved adoption of the 2023 Millage Rate at 13.89 (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss the Inflation Reduction Act, a proclamation recognizing July as Muslim American Heritage Month, and SPLOST II. The meeting also includes ordinances related to stormwater management.

• To discuss the Inflation Reduction Act
• To recognize July as Muslim American Heritage Month
• To amend Chapter 22 of the City Code regarding stormwater management
• To appoint the City Clerk as the Elections Superintendent
• To set the Qualifying Period for the November 7, 2023 General Election

The City Council held a work session to discuss several ordinances and administrative appointments. No final votes were taken on the primary agenda items, as they were moved to the Consent Agenda for a future meeting.

• Moved proclamation for Muslim American Heritage Month to Consent Agenda
• Moved ordinance requiring commercial car washes to recycle water to Consent Agenda
• Moved ordinance regarding post-construction stormwater management to Consent Agenda
• Moved appointment of City Clerk as Elections Superintendent to Consent Agenda
• Moved Call for Election and qualifying period for Nov 7, 2023 election to Consent Agenda
• Approved motion to enter Executive Session for personnel matter (5-0)
• Approved motion to exit Executive Session (5-0)

City Council

The City Council is holding a public hearing regarding the proposed 2023 advertised millage rate. The proposal suggests a rate of 15.89 mills, which is higher than the current rollback rate of 11.253.

• Presentation of proposed 2023 Millage Rate
• Public hearing on proposed 2023 Millage Rate
• Proposed millage rate of 15.89 mills

City Council

The City Council received a presentation on a proposed 2023 millage rate of 15.89 and held a public hearing. Council members discussed various rate options, but no final rate was decided during this meeting.

• Held public hearing on proposed 2023 millage rate

City Council

The City Council will review a presentation of the proposed 15.89 mills tax rate for Fiscal Year 2023. A public hearing is scheduled to collect community comments regarding this proposed rate.

• Presentation of Proposed 2023 Millage Rate
• Public Hearing on Proposed 2023 Millage Rate
• Proposed advertised millage rate of 15.89 mills
• Identification of the 2023 millage rollback rate as 11.253

City Council

The City Council reviewed a proposed 2023 millage rate of 15.89 and alternative calculations ranging from 11.25 to 14.89. A public hearing was held where two residents recommended a rate of 13.89. No final vote on the millage rate was recorded.

• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider amendments to the Clarkston Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Maps. The agenda also includes proposals to allocate $200,000 in ARPA funds toward rental, utility, and legal assistance programs.

• Public hearing for amendments to the Clarkston Zoning Ordinance
• Public hearing for amendments to the Clarkston Zoning Maps
• $50,000 ARPA allocation for the Rental Assistance Program
• $50,000 ARPA allocation for the Utility Assistance Program
• $100,000 ARPA allocation for residential legal assistance and representation

The City Council approved a new zoning ordinance and updated zoning maps. The council also allocated several hundred thousand dollars in ARPA funds for community assistance and administrative services. Additionally, the council approved recommendations for the 40 Oaks Farmhouse/Nature Preserve.

• Adopted new zoning ordinance (4-2)
• Adopted new City Zoning Map (6-0)
• Approved 40 Oaks Farmhouse/Nature Preserve recommendations (6-0)
• Allocated $100,000 ARPA funds for Governmental/Administrative Services (5-1-0)
• Allocated $100,000 ARPA funds for residential legal assistance and representation (6-0)
• Allocated $50,000 ARPA funds to Rental Assistance Program (6-0)
• Allocated $50,000 ARPA funds to Utility Assistance Program (6-0)
• Approved reappointment of Solicitor Christopher Diwan (6-0)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing proposed amendments to the city's zoning ordinance and maps. Additionally, the council will discuss allocating $400,000 in ARPA funds across various assistance and service programs.

• $100,000 of ARPA funds for Rental Assistance Program
• $100,000 of ARPA funds for Utility Assistance Program
• $100,000 of ARPA funds for Governmental/Administrative Services
• $100,000 of ARPA funds for residential legal assistance and representation
• Amending the Clarkston Zoning Ordinance and maps

The City Council held a work session to discuss several funding and administrative items, most of which were referred to future agendas or the Consent Agenda. The Council recommended specific dollar amounts for rental and utility assistance programs. No final votes were taken on the funding or committee appointments during this session.

• Approved motion to defer Inflation Reduction Act discussion and remove Solicitor appointment discussion (6-0)
• Recommended $50,000 ARPA allocation for Rental Assistance Program
• Recommended $50,000 ARPA allocation for Utility Assistance Program
• Recommended starting with $100,000 ARPA allocation for Governmental/Administrative Services
• Discussed and amended appointments for city committees and the Standing Advisory Committee
• Referred reappointment of Solicitor Christopher Diwan to the Consent Agenda
• Referred petition to rename Smith Street and Lincoln Street to Patricia Davis Drive to the Consent Agenda
• Referred residential legal assistance ARPA funding to the Consent Agenda

City Council

The City Council will hold a special called meeting to discuss a personnel matter in executive session. No other legislative or business items are listed on the agenda.

• Executive session to discuss a personnel matter

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the rezoning of multiple properties on Woodland Avenue from residential to town center. The agenda also includes a contract renewal for pool management and updates to the public comment process.

• Public hearing to rezone 572 through 616 Woodland Avenue from NR-CD to TC Town Center
• Renewed contract with Sears Pool Management Consultants, Incorporated for $61,200
• Approval of a contract with Brittany Trammell for Solicitor
• Proposal to codify the Public Comment process for City Council meetings
• Presentation from University of Georgia regarding community outreach strategies

City Council

The City Council work session includes discussions on rezoning multiple properties on Woodland Avenue from residential to town center. The agenda also covers a contract renewal for pool management, a new solicitor contract, and updates on the city zoning ordinance.

• Rezoning of 572 through 616 Woodland Avenue from NR-CD to TC Town Center
• Renewed contract with Sears Pool Management Consultants, Incorporated for $61,200
• Discussion of a contract with Brittany Trammell for City Solicitor
• Presentation on community outreach findings from the University of Georgia
• Discussion regarding amendments to the Clarkston Zoning Ordinance and Maps

The City Council held a work session to discuss several administrative and zoning matters, but no final votes were taken on the primary proposals. Most items, including a pool maintenance contract and zoning changes, were moved to future agendas for formal action.

• Deferred zoning ordinance and map amendments to May 30 Work Session
• Moved rezoning of Woodland Avenue parcels to the next City Council agenda
• Moved $61,200 Sears Pool Management Consultants contract to the next City Council agenda
• Moved Civility Resolution to the next City Council Consent Agenda
• Moved resolution to deny Larry McClam's claim to the next City Council Consent Agenda
• Moved change of June 27 Work Session to June 29 to the next City Council Consent Agenda
• Moved Georgia Cities Week resolution to the next City Council Consent Agenda
• Moved appointment of Brittany Trammell as Solicitor to the next City Council Consent Agenda

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning & Zoning Board is reviewing a request to rezone multiple properties from NR-CD Neighborhood Residential to TC Town Center. The proposal aims to align the zoning with the Clarkston 2040 Comprehensive Plan's mixed-use future land use map.

• Rezoning of 572, 582, 586, 590, 596, 600, 606, and 616 Woodland Avenue
• Change from NR-CD Neighborhood Residential to TC Town Center district
• Review of 3.64 acres of land including vacant lots and single-family dwellings

City Council

The City Council is considering resolutions to temporarily halt development for mini-warehouses, self-storage facilities, automobile service centers, and small box variety stores. The agenda also includes a public hearing regarding amendments to the Clarkston Zoning Ordinance and maps.

• Temporary moratorium on mini-warehouse and self-storage facility development
• Temporary moratorium on automobile service center and filling station development
• Temporary moratorium on small box variety store development
• Public hearing for amendments to the Clarkston Zoning Ordinance and maps
• Resolution for a $138,230 lease/purchase of city vehicles and equipment

The City Council approved temporary moratoriums on the development of mini-warehouses, self-storage facilities, automobile service centers, and small box variety stores. The Council also approved funding for a Code Compliance Officer and updated convenience store operating hour regulations.

• Approved allocating ARPA funds for a Code Compliance Officer (5-1-0)
• Approved amending City Code to limit convenience store hours and allow permits for expanded hours if video surveillance is maintained (5-1)
• Approved $138,230 lease supplement for city vehicles and equipment (6-0)
• Approved declaring a surplus vehicle for Public Works (6-0)
• Adopted temporary moratorium on development of mini-warehouses and self-storage facilities (6-0)
• Adopted temporary moratorium on development of automobile service centers and filling stations (5-1)
• Adopted temporary moratorium on development of small box variety stores (5-1)
• Deferred vote on Zoning Ordinance and map amendments to the next meeting (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss amending city codes to allow certain convenience stores to operate 24 hours with video surveillance. The session also includes discussions on extending moratoriums for mini-warehouses, gas stations, and small box variety stores.

• Proposed ordinance to allow 24-hour permits for convenience stores using specific video surveillance systems
• Discussion of allocating ARPA funds for a Code Compliance Officer
• Extension of moratorium on mini-warehouse and self-storage facility development
• Extension of moratorium on automobile service centers and filling stations
• Resolution for a $138,230 lease/purchase of city vehicles and equipment

The City Council held a work session to discuss several items, including zoning rewrites and the extension of development moratoriums. No final votes were taken on the primary agenda items; instead, the Council moved various proposals to future meeting agendas for formal action.

• Approved motion to enter executive session for a personnel matter (6-0)
• Tabled ARPA funding request of $77,000 per year for a Code Compliance Officer to the next agenda
• Tabled convenience store hours of operation ordinance to the next agenda
• Tabled moratorium extension for mini-warehouses and self-storage to the next agenda
• Tabled moratorium extension for automobile service centers and stations to the next agenda
• Tabled moratorium extension for small box variety stores to the next agenda
• Tabled $138,230 lease for city vehicles and equipment to the next Consent Agenda
• Tabled declaration of a 2004 Ford Truck f150 as surplus property to the next Consent Agenda

Planning & Zoning Board

The board will hold a public hearing to consider amendments to the Clarkston Zoning Ordinance and maps. A proposed rezoning of several properties on Woodland Avenue was deferred to April 18, 2023.

• Public hearing for amendments to the Clarkston Zoning Ordinance and maps
• Deferred rezoning of 572, 582, 586, 590, 596, 600, 606, and 616 Woodland Avenue from NR-CD to TC

The board held a public hearing regarding proposed amendments to the Clarkston Zoning Ordinance and maps. Following public testimony and board discussion, the board voted to deny the zoning rewrite. A separate rezoning request for properties on Woodland Avenue was deferred.

• Approved December 2022 meeting minutes (4/0/0)
• Denied zoning rewrite (4/0/0)
• Deferred rezoning of 572-616 Woodland Avenue to April 18, 2023

City Council

The City Council will discuss ending the COVID-19 emergency declaration to allow meetings to return to City Hall. The body is also deciding on the allocation of ARPA funds for government services and renewing a probation services contract.

• Resolution to declare COVID-19 emergency conditions no longer exist for in-person meetings
• Allocation of ARPA funds for government services
• Renewal of probation services contract with Professional Probation Services, Inc.
• Proclamation recognizing Pastor Karl Moore
• Proclamation recognizing Dr. Stephanie Brown-Bryant

The City Council approved a return to in-person meetings at City Hall with a 37-person capacity and optional masking. The Council also adjusted the allocation of ARPA funds and renewed a probation services contract.

• Approved return to in-person meetings starting March 28, 2023 (4-2)
• Approved ARPA fund adjustments, including increasing Food Distribution by $20,000 and reducing Rental Assistance by $50,000 (6-0)
• Approved renewal of probation services contract with Professional Probation Services, Inc. (6-0)
• Approved proclamation recognizing Pastor Karl Moore (6-0)
• Approved proclamation recognizing Dr. Stephanie Brown-Bryant as DeKalb Principal of the Year (6-0)
• Approved February 7 and February 28 meeting minutes (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss renewing a probation services contract with Professional Probation Services, Inc. (PPSI). Members will also consider whether to modify or repeal the resolution allowing meetings via Zoom due to COVID-19.

• Proposed increase in PPSI probation supervision fees from $35 to $40 per month
• Renewal of probation services contract with Professional Probation Services, Inc.
• Discussion on allocating ARPA funds for government services
• Proposed modification or repeal of Resolution 2022-01 regarding Zoom teleconference meetings
• Proclamations recognizing Pastor Karl Moore and Principal Dr. Stephanie Brown-Bryant

The City Council reached a consensus to hold meetings via Zoom and hybrid format with a capacity of 37 people and optional masking. Several items, including a probation services contract renewal and ARPA fund allocations, were discussed and referred to future agendas.

• Denied motion to add Homeowners Association Assistance resolution to ARPA agenda (2-3)
• Reached consensus to hold meetings via Zoom and hybrid with a 37-person capacity
• Approved motion to enter executive session to discuss a legal matter (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss deactivating the Housing Authority of the City of Clarkston and the purchase of 3520 Montreal Creek Court. The body is also deciding on several contracts for infrastructure and community programs.

• Resolution to deactivate the Housing Authority of the City of Clarkston
• Purchase of 3520 Montreal Creek Court
• Allocation of $82,800 in ARPA funds for Amani Women Center Workforce Development Pilot Program
• Contract for Construction 57, Inc. for Church St. and Lovejoy St. Sidewalk Project ($160,710)
• Request for $10,000 for CDF Action's Early Learning Task Force

The City Council approved the purchase of a 2.0-acre property and the deactivation of the City's housing authority. The Council also approved several funding requests and appointments, while deferring a decision on convenience store operating hours.

• Approved purchase of 3520 Montreal Creek Court for $70,000 (6-0)
• Approved resolution to deactivate the Housing Authority of the City of Clarkston (5-1)
• Approved $10,000 request from CDF Action for Early Learning Task Force (6-0)
• Approved $82,800 in ARPA funds for Amani Women Center Workforce Development Pilot Program (6-0)
• Approved appointments to the Urban Redevelopment Agency Board: Chairperson Bell, Vice-Chairperson Eyasu, and Treasurer/Secretary Carroll (6-0)
• Approved renewal of City Services Agreement with Clarkston Community Center (6-0)
• Approved Perkins+Will, Inc. for Clarkston Greenway Feasibility Study (6-0)
• Deferred amendment to City Code regarding convenience store hours of operation to March/April (6-0)

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to discuss several administrative matters, including the selection of a firm for a greenway feasibility study and the potential purchase of a property. The body is also reviewing funding requests for early learning and workforce development programs.

• Recommendation of PERKINS + WILL for the Clarkston Greenway Feasibility Study (total project cost $340,000)
• Proposed allocation of $82,800 in ARPA funds for the Amani Women Center Workforce Development Pilot Program
• Request for $10,000 from CDF for the Early Learning Task Force
• Proposed purchase of 3520 Montreal Creek Court
• Discussion on amending City Code to limit convenience store hours of operation

The City Council held a work session to discuss various administrative items, funding requests, and city projects. No final votes were taken on substantive items, as discussed matters were referred to future meeting agendas or consent agendas.

• Approved agenda with two changes (6-0)
• Referred Clarkston Community Center services agreement renewal to next Consent Agenda
• Referred $10,000 Early Learning Task Force request to next meeting agenda
• Referred PERKINS + WILL for Clarkston Greenway Feasibility Study to next Consent Agenda
• Referred Construction 57 for $160,710 sidewalk project to next Consent Agenda
• Referred deactivation of Housing Authority of the City of Clarkston to next meeting agenda
• Referred denial of damage claims for Jermarcus Wheeler and Jaque Wheeler to next Consent Agenda
• Referred $70,000 purchase of 3520 Montreal Creek Court for a park to next meeting agenda

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to rezone several properties on Woodland Avenue from light industrial to neighborhood residential. The body will also consider awarding a landscaping contract and reappointing key city officials.

• Public hearing to rezone 572, 582, 586, 590, 596, 600, 606, and 616 Woodland Avenue from I-Light Industrial to NR-CD Neighborhood Residential Community Development District
• Proposed award of $242,022 to Russell Landscaping for Right-of-Way Maintenance and Landscape Services Project
• Approval of 2023 LMIG Proposed Projects with a total budget of $121,592.25
• Reappointment of the City Attorney, Municipal Court Judge, and Auditor
• Selection of a Vice-Mayor

City Council rezoned eight properties on Woodland Avenue from Light Industrial to Neighborhood Residential Community Development District. The Council also appointed Debra Johnson as Vice Mayor following a tied vote. Additionally, a landscaping contract was awarded and several city appointments were reapproved.

• Approved rezoning of eight properties on Woodland Avenue to NR-CD (4-1-1)
• Appointed Debra Johnson as Vice Mayor
• Approved $132,185 contract to Russell Landscaping for Right-of-Way Maintenance and Landscape Services (6-0)
• Approved motion to roll over FY 2023 LMIG funding to next year's projects (6-0)
• Approved reappointment of City Attorney, Municipal Court Judge, and Auditor (6-0)
• Approved appointment of Councilmembers to Standing Advisory Committees (6-0)
• Approved 12/06/2022 and 01/03/2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

City Council

The City Council approved the meeting agenda and discussed several items to be placed on future agendas, including a landscaping contract and zoning changes. No final votes were taken on project awards or appointments during this work session.

• Approved meeting agenda with Item 6E deferred to February (6-0)