Cobb County public meetings in 2022

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Board of Commission is meeting to review zoning cases, land use permits, and special land use permits. The session includes cases continued from the Planning Commission and new business items.

• Zoning cases including 4701 Post Oak Tritt Road (Z-55-2022) and 805 South Cobb Drive (Z-84-2022)
• Land Use Permits for 4175 Keheley Road (LUP-21-2022) and 3450 Stilesboro Road (LUP-25-2022)
• Special Land Use Permits for 3561 Frey Lake Road (SLUP-16-2022) and 1471 Gresham Road (SLUP-17-2022)
• Other Business cases including 2011 Bullard Road (OB-48-2022) and 4835 Floyd Road (OB-70-2022)

The Board denied a rezoning request for an assembly hall on Dallas Highway. Several other rezoning and land use permits were approved via the Consent Agenda, while multiple cases were continued to February 2023.

• Denied rezoning for assembly hall at 4796 Dallas Highway (5-0)
• Approved rezoning for single-family residences at 1534 W. Sandtown Road (5-0)
• Approved rezoning for warehouse at Factory Shoals Road (5-0)
• Approved rezoning for office and retail at 1977 North Park Place (5-0)
• Approved rezoning for equestrian facility at 300 and 320 Cooper Lake Road (5-0)
• Approved rezoning for daycare at 910 Milford Church Road (5-0)
• Approved rezoning for office/warehouse at 785 and 7520 Factory Shoals Road (5-0)
• Approved rezoning for office/parking/storage at 805 South Cobb Drive (5-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting to hear requests for variances at various properties. The body will review three continued cases and 12 new business cases.

• V-44-2022: 3713 Thunder Way
• V-100-2022: 3734 Tynemoore Trace
• V-120: 3307 Winthrop Circle
• V-135: 2973 Cobb Parkway
• V-139: 500 Atlanta Country Club Drive

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will vote on a contract with Clearview AI, Inc. for facial recognition services and the extension of excise taxes on lodging and distilled spirits through 2053. The meeting also includes various infrastructure contracts and the planning of a 2024 Mobility SPLOST referendum.

• Agreement with Clearview AI, Inc. for facial recognition services
• Extension of excise taxes on lodging and distilled spirits until December 31, 2053
• Allocation of $1,000,000.00 in Designated District Capital Contingency funding for capital projects
• Annexation objections for land at Bells Ferry Road/Laura Lake Drive and Ernest Barrett Parkway/Macedonia Road
• Appeal hearing for liquor licenses for Prohibition Liquor at 1025 Veterans Memorial Hwy, SE

The Board approved a contract with Clearview AI, Inc. for facial recognition services. Other key actions included approving several drainage and road repair contracts and extending excise taxes on hotel rooms and distilled spirits through 2053.

• Approved agreement with Clearview AI, Inc. for facial recognition services (5-0)
• Authorized public hearing for procurement disparity study (3-2)
• Approved $1.57M purchase order from Daikin Applied for aquatic center dehumidification units (5-0)
• Approved $192,810 supplemental agreement with Gresham Smith for Lower Roswell Road design (3-2)
• Approved $254,500 contract with Excellere Construction, LLC for Somerset Trace drainage repairs (5-0)
• Extended excise taxes on hotel rooms and distilled spirits by the drink until December 31, 2053 (5-0)
• Approved $4.6M allocation of capital contingency funding within the General Fund for FY2023 (5-0)
• Affirmed recommendation to approve liquor, beer, wine and Sunday sales licenses for Prohibition Liquor, LLC (5-0)

1:30 Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will receive a presentation on stormwater management services. This includes a preliminary analysis of a fee based on impervious surfaces.

• Presentation on stormwater management services
• Preliminary analysis of a stormwater fee based on impervious surface

The Board of Commissioners held a work session featuring a presentation on stormwater management services. Water System Agency Director Judy Jones provided a preliminary analysis of a potential stormwater fee based on impervious surface. No formal decisions were made during this session.

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Planning Commission is meeting to discuss and decide on a series of zoning changes, land use permits, and special land use permits. The agenda includes both new business and continued cases across four districts.

• Zoning requests for 4701 Post Oak Tritt Road (Z-55-2022) and 1534 W. Sandtown Road (Z-56-2022)
• Land use permits for 4175 Keheley Road (LUP-21-2022) and 1487 Milford Church Road (LUP-23-2022)
• New zoning business for 2833 Canton Road and 740 Piedmont Road (Z-77-2022)
• Special land use permits for 3561 Frey Lake Road (SLUP-16-2022) and 2800 Canton Road (SLUP-18-2022)
• Zoning requests for 805 South Cobb Drive (Z-84-2022) and 1471 Gresham Road (Z-86-2022)

The Planning Commission recommended approval for multiple rezoning requests and temporary land use permits, including an equestrian facility and a daycare. The commission recommended denial for a self-storage facility and an assembly hall. A resolution was also adopted establishing the 2023 zoning hearing schedule.

• Recommended approval of Z-56 for single-family residences (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-74 for office and retail (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-79 for an equestrian facility with additional stipulations (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-82 for a daycare (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-83 for an office and warehouse (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-84 for office, parking, and equipment storage (4-0)
• Recommended approval of LUP-25 for an early childhood learning center (4-0)
• Recommended approval of LUP-27 for cat breeding (4-0)

Special Called Meeting

The Board of Commissioners and other county officials are meeting for a Legislative Breakfast. The session consists of opening remarks, a delegation overview, and comments from elected officials and guests.

• Comments from Sheriff Craig Owens
• Comments from Judge Kelli Wolk
• Comments from Judge Brendan Murphy
• Comments from Cobb & Douglas Public Health

The Board of Commissioners attended a Legislative Breakfast to discuss policy focus areas with elected officials. No official action was taken during the meeting.

• No official action was taken

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will consider allocating over $20 million in ARPA funds for public safety staffing and approve the 2023 Legislative Agenda. The body is also reviewing several infrastructure contracts and annexation objections.

• Appropriation of $20,642,172.11 from ARPA funds for public safety and Sheriff's Office recruitment
• Public hearing authorization for consultant services exceeding $100,000 for FY23 Sewer Extension Designs and Pearl of East Cobb Detention Pond repairs
• Annexation notices of intent to object for land at Ernest Barrett Parkway/Macedonia Road and Bells Ferry Road/Laura Lake Drive
• Authorization to develop a project list for a November 2024 Mobility Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax referendum
• Contract with Advanced Sports Construction, LLC for drainage repairs on Weatherstone Lane

The Board of Commissioners approved a significant appropriation of ARPA funds to support sworn employees in Public Safety and the Sheriff's Office. Additionally, the Board adopted its 2023 Legislative Agenda and authorized several transportation and infrastructure contracts.

• Approved $20,642,172.11 in ARPA funds for public safety recruitment and retention (5-0)
• Approved 2023 Legislative Agenda including speed calming and eviction process revisions (5-0)
• Authorized $206,801.70 for Sheriff's Office mobile radios from Motorola Solutions (5-0)
• Approved $420,622.00 sole source agreement with Cartegraph Systems, LLC for software (5-0)
• Approved $748,125.00 contract with Traffic Calming USA, LLC for road resurfacing (5-0)
• Approved $229,973.00 contract with Advanced Sports Construction for Weatherstone Lane drainage (5-0)
• Approved annexation Notice of Intent to Object for land at Ernest Barrett Pkwy and Macedonia Rd
• Approved annexation Notice of Intent to Object for land at Bells Ferry Rd and Laura Lake Dr

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Board of Commission is meeting to review various zoning cases, land use permits, and special land use permits. The session includes cases continued from the Planning Commission and new business items.

• Zoning cases including 4701 Post Oak Tritt Road and 1534 W. Sandtown Road
• Land Use Permits for 4175 Keheley Road and 1487 Milford Church Road
• Special Land Use Permits for 1140-1150 Terrell Mill Road and 4648 Canton Rd
• Zoning cases for 220-280 Veterans Memorial Highway and 2247 Bells Ferry
• Other Business cases including 2011 Bullard Road and 795 Veterans Memorial Highway

The Board of Commissioners approved rezoning for a convenience store and car wash, as well as two townhome communities. Several other zoning requests were withdrawn or continued, and one request to reduce minimum lot size for livestock was denied.

• Approved Z-41 rezoning for convenience store and car wash (4-0)
• Approved Z-68 rezoning to RM-8 for townhome community (4-0)
• Approved Z-49 rezoning to RA-5 for 48 townhomes (3-1)
• Approved Z-73 rezoning to LI for light industrial (4-0)
• Approved LUP-20 temporary permit for produce sales (4-0)
• Approved LUP-22 temporary permit for accessory structure occupancy (4-0)
• Denied O.B. 59 request to reduce lot size for livestock (4-0)
• Approved O.B. 60 request to reduce minimum lot size (4-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting to review variance petitions for various properties. The agenda includes two continued cases and 12 new business cases.

• V-44-2022: 3713 Thunder Way
• V-100-2022: 3734 Tynemoore Trace
• V-121: 1717 East West Connector
• V-122: 4217 Paces Ferry Road
• V-127: 2535 Dallas Highway

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved seven variance requests regarding setbacks, parking, and building height. Three other cases were held or continued to a later date. The board also approved minutes from two previous meetings.

• Approved V-112 impervious buffer reduction at 3995 Woodland Brook Drive (5-0)
• Approved V-113 front setback reduction at 522 Wallis Farm Lane (5-0)
• Approved V-114 parking, impervious coverage, and setback variances at 5584 Mableton Parkway (5-0)
• Approved V-115 parking reduction for FedEx at 1675 Airport Road (5-0)
• Approved V-116 rear setback and accessory structure variances at 32 Brookcrest Drive (5-0)
• Approved V-119 accessory structures at 2789 Horseshoe Knoll Lane (5-0)
• Approved V-121 habitable accessory building breezeway at 2021 East Piedmont Road (5-0)
• Approved V-118 building height and impervious coverage at 1812 Hunter's Glen (5-0)

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners approved the third tranche of American Rescue Plan Act federal funding for emergency rental assistance. The board also authorized several transportation contracts, water system replacements, and public safety equipment purchases.

• Approved $6,932,814.33 in federal ERA2 rental assistance funding (4-1)
• Approved $3,660,553.00 contract for Bells Ferry Road Water Main Replacement Phase 2
• Approved $2,192,457.72 contract for traffic signal installations at Stilesboro Road/Shillings Road and Mars Hill Road/Fords Road
• Approved $499,212.16 for emergency drainage repairs on Gordy Parkway
• Approved $390,600.00 for structural firefighting turnout gear
• Approved $163,593.00 for a walk-in cooler/freezer at Cobb Senior Services Wellness Center
• Authorized settlement of Margaret Mary Hayes v. Cobb County Sheriff's Office
• Approved annexation of 14.83 acres into the City of Acworth and 0.758 acres into the City of Austell

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Planning Commission recommended approval for a light industrial rezoning and a temporary produce sales permit. Several other rezoning and land use requests were withdrawn, continued, or held until December.

• Recommended approval of Z-73 rezoning to LI for light industrial (4-0)
• Recommended approval of LUP-20 temporary permit for produce sales for 24 months (4-0)
• Recommended approval of LUP-22 temporary permit for accessory structure occupancy for 12 months (4-0)
• Recommended deletion of Z-68 to RM-8 zoning district for townhomes (4-0)
• Approved withdrawal without prejudice of Z-75, SLUP-13, and SLUP-15 (4-0 each)
• Continued Z-58 to December 6, 2022 (4-0)
• Held Z-56, Z-65, Z-66, and SLUP-14 until December 6, 2022 (4-0 each)
• Approved minutes from October 4 and October 24, 2022 (4-0 each)

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will discuss updating the descriptions of Commissioner districts and revising the county Compensation Policy. The meeting includes votes on various infrastructure contracts, grant appropriations for juvenile justice and victim services, and public safety equipment purchases.

• Resolution to amend Act 562 regarding Commissioner district descriptions
• Contract with HOK for security system upgrades at Adult Detention Center and Judicial Complex
• Purchase of a 2022 EVT Electric Prisoner Transport Van
• Installation of speed humps on Fern Street
• Cumberland Transit Center Site Selection Study contract with RS&H, Inc.

The Board adopted a resolution to change the descriptions of Commissioner districts effective January 1, 2023. Other key actions included approving a $300,000 organizational efficiency review and various public safety and infrastructure contracts.

• Adopted resolution to change Commissioner district descriptions (3-2)
• Approved $300,000 contract with PFM Group Consulting LLC for Organizational Performance Efficiency Review (3-2)
• Authorized $126,000 purchase of EVT Electric Prisoner Transport Van (4-1)
• Approved $165,700 purchase order with Riley Contracting, Inc. for storage building at Adult Detention Center (5-0)
• Approved $3,000,000 framework agreement with City of Marietta for 2022 SPLOST Joint City Projects (5-0)
• Approved $1,256,300 contract with Hellmuth, Obata, & Kassabaum, Inc. for detention security system upgrades (5-0)
• Approved $474,587 contract with RS&H, Inc. for Cumberland Transit Center Site Selection Study (5-0)
• Approved revisions to the Compensation Policy (5-0)

1:30 Work Session

The Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to review information for a proposed November 2024 Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax ballot referendum.

• Presentation on preparation for a November 2024 Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax ballot referendum

The Board of Commissioners held a work session to review transportation data and projected growth to prepare for a November 2024 Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax ballot referendum. No official action was taken during the meeting.

• No official action was taken

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners approved a rezoning for a 229-unit multifamily development at 108 Townpark Drive, a stipulation and site plan amendment for a 240-unit apartment project at 3064 Hidden Forest Court, and a settlement of litigation for a commercial development on Veterans Memorial Highway. Several other items were withdrawn, continued, or denied. All votes were 5-0 unless noted.

• Approved Z-52: Rezoning 108 Townpark Drive from GC to RRC for 229 multifamily units (5-0)
• Approved O.B. 41: Site plan amendment for 240-unit apartment at 3064 Hidden Forest Court (5-0)
• Approved O.B. 50: Settlement of litigation for NRC commercial development on Veterans Memorial Highway (5-0)
• Denied Z-62: Rezoning for auto paint/body shop on Amy Lane (5-0)
• Denied O.B. 52: Stipulation/site plan amendment for 1178 Hillside Green Way (5-0 after reconsideration)
• Approved O.B. 55: Lot size reduction to 1.75 acres for crematory at 6658 Oak Ridge Commerce Way (5-0)
• Approved O.B. 44: Stipulation/site plan amendment for 26-lot subdivision on Old Alabama Road (5-0)
• Approved O.B. 47: Hardship sign variance for Riverside EpiCenter (5-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting to review variance petitions for various properties across four districts. The board will address three continued cases and 15 new business cases.

• V-44-2022: 3713 Thunder Way
• V-98-2022: 1691 and 1701 Greers Chapel Road
• V-100-2022: 3734 Tynemoore Trace
• V-103: 1870 Acworth Due West Road
• V-113: 2170, 2190, 2234 Addison Road

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on the 2040 Comprehensive Plan Five Year Update and engineering services for parks. The body is also considering a resolution to change the descriptions of Commissioner districts.

• Public hearing for the 2040 Cobb County Comprehensive Plan Five Year Update
• Public hearing for engineering design services for 2022 PARKS SPLOST projects exceeding $100,000
• Purchase of two 2024 Blue Bird prison transport buses for the Sheriff's Office exceeding $100,000
• Resolution to change descriptions of Commissioner districts
• Contract for renovation of 3rd and 4th floors and elevator addition at the Public Safety Building

The Board approved the 2040 Cobb County Comprehensive Plan Five Year Update (5-0), authorizing its submittal to state agencies. It also adopted a resolution amending local law to change commissioner district descriptions (3-2), effective January 1, 2023. The consent agenda was approved 5-0, including multiple contracts and grants. A motion to move the second public comment earlier in the agenda failed 2-3.

• Approved 2040 Comprehensive Plan Five Year Update (5-0)
• Adopted resolution amending commissioner district lines (3-2)
• Approved consent agenda with grants, contracts, and budget items (5-0)
• Approved $4.3M Mack Dobbs Road contract (5-0)
• Approved $499,822 purchase of two prison transport buses (5-0)
• Approved $1.75M design/build contract for Public Safety Building renovation (5-0)
• Affirmed liquor license for Habits Bottle Shop (4-1)
• Failed motion to move second public comment earlier (2-3)

1:30 Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will receive a presentation on stormwater management services. This includes a preliminary analysis of a stormwater fee based on impervious surface.

• Presentation on stormwater management services
• Preliminary analysis of a stormwater fee based on impervious surface

The October 11, 2022, 1:30 PM Work Session of the Cobb County Board of Commissioners was rescheduled to a later date because the Regular Meeting agenda ran long. No substantive decisions were made during this session.

• Work session rescheduled due to extended regular meeting agenda

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Planning Commission is meeting to discuss continued and new business cases regarding zoning and land use permits. The body will review requests for specific properties across four districts.

• Zoning cases for Wade Green Road, Brown Road, and Shallowford Road
• Zoning cases for Factory Shoals Road and Ernest Barrett Parkway
• Zoning cases for Post Oak Tritt Road, W. Sandtown Road, and Hicks Road
• Land Use Permits (LUP) for 25 Harris Drive, 4015 Wesley Chapel Road, and 7680 The Bluffs
• Special Land Use Permits (SLUP) for 4648 Canton Rd and 749 Windy Hill Road

The Cobb County Planning Commission recommended approval of a rezoning for a 33-townhome community at 6152 Ernest Barrett Parkway (Z-49), with conditions including a maximum density of 2.75 units per acre and architectural standards. The commission also recommended approval of a convenience store with fuel sales on Hicks Road (Z-57), a temporary land use permit for stone slab removal on Harris Drive (LUP-17), and a temporary land use permit for an accessory structure on Wesley Chapel Road (LUP-18). Two rezoning requests were recommended for denial: a single-family subdivision on Bates Road (Z-61) and an automotive paint and body repair shop on Amy Lane (Z-62).

• Recommended approval of Z-49 (townhome community) to RA-5 zoning (4-1)
• Recommended approval of Z-57 (convenience store with fuel) to NRC zoning (5-0)
• Recommended denial of Z-61 (single-family subdivision) on Bates Road (5-0)
• Recommended denial of Z-62 (automotive paint/body shop) on Amy Lane (5-0)
• Recommended approval of LUP-17 (temporary outdoor stone storage) for 12 months (5-0)
• Recommended approval of LUP-18 (temporary accessory structure occupancy) for 24 months (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Z-63 (beauty shop/retail), Z-64 (warehouse), and LUP-19 (daycare renewal) (5-0)
• Held Z-56 (single-family rezoning) until November 1, 2022 hearing (5-0)

1:30 Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to receive presentations and updates regarding housing in Cobb County.

• Presentation on housing information and updates in Cobb County

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners held a work session on September 27, 2022, receiving presentations on housing data, affordable housing task force updates, emergency rental assistance, and federal grant programs. No official action was taken by the Board during this session.

• No official action taken by the Board

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will conduct public hearings regarding transit center site selection studies and proposed amendments to multiple county code chapters. The body is also deciding on various infrastructure contracts, grant applications for courts and libraries, and budget close-outs for FY2022.

• Public hearing for spending $100,000 or more on transit center site selection studies for Cumberland, Marietta, and South Cobb
• Proposed amendments to 10 code chapters including Zoning, Building Regulations, and Fire Prevention
• Approval of a Certificate of Compliance for a residence remodel at 4217 Paces Ferry Road
• Condemnation proceedings for one parcel on Mableton Parkway Pedestrian Improvements, Phase 2
• Fee schedule changes for Cobb County Wrecker Zone Holders

The Board of Commissioners approved a package of code amendments covering multiple chapters, including new short-term rental regulations limiting one certificate per dwelling unit and requiring written notice to adjacent property owners. The board also authorized $10 million in SPLOST funds for public safety vehicles, prepaid $5.225 million in parking deck debt, and approved numerous water, sewer, and transportation contracts. Commissioner Gambrill opposed the licenses/businesses chapter and the IT service management system transfer.

• Approved Chapter 78 (Licenses, Permits and Businesses) with short-term rental limits (4-1, Gambrill opposed)
• Authorized $10M in SPLOST funds for public safety vehicle purchases (5-0)
• Authorized $5.225M prepayment of courthouse parking deck certificates of participation (5-0)
• Approved $1.95M water main replacement contract with Smith Pipeline, Inc. (consent agenda)
• Approved $1.95M GDOT agreement for Noonday Creek Trail pedestrian bridge design (consent agenda)
• Approved $1M transfer from District 1 capital contingency for Oregon Park improvements (consent agenda)
• Approved condemnation authority for Mableton Parkway pedestrian improvements parcel (5-0)
• Approved $413,500 transfer for enterprise IT service management system (4-1, Gambrill opposed)

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Board of Commission is meeting to review and decide on various zoning cases, land use permits, and special land use permits. The agenda includes cases continued from the Planning Commission and new business cases across four districts.

• Zoning cases for 4556, 4570, 4600 Wade Green Road (Z-7-2022)
• Zoning cases for 6152 Ernest Barrett Parkway and Old Horseshoe Bend Road (Z-49-2022)
• Land Use Permits for 3487 Campus Loop Road (LUP-14-2022), 1495 Cunningham Road (LUP-15-2022), and 76 Windy Hill Road (LUP-16-2022)
• Special Land Use Permits for 4648 Canton Rd (SLUP-5-2022), Mableton Parkway (SLUP-11-2022), and Piedmont Road (SLUP-12-2022)
• Other Business cases including 925 Sunny Meadows Lane (OB-22-2022) and 1091 Lake Drive (OB-49-2022)

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners approved a rezoning for a convenience store with fuel sales at 2338 Benson Poole Road (Z-48), and denied a proposed single-family subdivision at 2077-2079 Kinridge Court (OSC-1). Several other items were withdrawn, continued, or approved on the consent agenda, including a rescinded vote on Z-43 that was later approved.

• Approved Z-48 rezoning from LI to NRC for convenience store with fuel sales at 2338 Benson Poole Road (4-0)
• Denied OSC-1 rezoning from R-20 to R-20/OSC for single-family subdivision at 2077-2079 Kinridge Court (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Z-43 (rezoning to NRC at 4450 South Cobb Drive), Z-54 (rezoning to R-20 at 756 Kurtz Road), LUP-14, LUP-15, LUP-16, SLUP-12, O.B. 43, O.B. 46, O.B. 42, and O.B. 49 (4-0)
• Withdrew without prejudice Z-35 (Morrison Building & Investment) at 259 Veterans Memorial Highway (4-0)
• Continued Z-52, O.B. 44, O.B. 48, Z-41, Z-50 to October 18, 2022 hearing (4-0 each)
• Approved O.B. 39 stipulation and site plan amendment for E Rock Development at 1648 Hickory Grove Road (4-0)
• Withdrew without prejudice O.B. 45 (Austell Leased Housing Associates) (4-0)
• Rescinded prior vote on Z-43 and reheard on consent agenda (4-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting to review new and continued variance petitions for various properties across four districts. The board will determine if the requested deviations from zoning regulations are granted.

• V-44-2022: 3713 Thunder Way
• V-80-2022: 2211 Roswell Road
• V-84-2022: 3482 Cheatham Road
• V-89-2022: 1234 Powers Ferry Common
• V-102-2022: 101 Dickerson Road

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board is conducting public hearings on wrecker zone fee changes, CobbLinc services, and amendments to 11 different county code chapters. The meeting also includes several contract approvals for transportation and park improvements.

• Public hearing on proposed fee schedule changes for Cobb County Wrecker Zone holders
• Proposed amendments to 11 code chapters including Zoning, Fire Prevention, and Building Regulations
• Appropriation of $2,100,000 in ARPA funds for transport rescue vehicles
• Contract for Windy Hill Road Transit ADA Sidewalk Improvements with Glosson Enterprises, LLC
• Public hearing for consultant services for FY23 Sewer Extension Designs exceeding $100,000

The Board approved a major reallocation of $108 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds across community health, support services, economic development, infrastructure, and public safety. It also appointed Sabrina Young Wright as Economic Development Director (3-0) and approved a $2.9M contract for Violet F. Stout Park improvements. A public hearing was held on proposed code amendments covering 11 chapters, with Chapter 102 (Solid Waste) tabled (4-1).

• Approved $108M ARPA fund reallocation across five categories (3-1)
• Appointed Sabrina Young Wright as Economic Development Director (3-0)
• Approved $2.9M contract for Violet F. Stout Park construction (4-0)
• Approved $2.9M contract for Old Alabama Road Sidewalk (4-0)
• Approved $2.3M change order with Deloitte for ARPA consulting (4-0)
• Approved $2.1M for fire rescue vehicles via ARPA funds (4-0)
• Tabled Chapter 102 (Solid Waste) from code amendments (4-1)
• Approved annexation non-objection for 80.3 acres near Pebblebrook Road

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Planning Commission is meeting to discuss continued and new business cases regarding zoning and land use. The body will review requests for specific properties across four districts.

• Zoning cases for 4556, 4570, 4600 Wade Green Road and 259 Veterans Memorial Highway
• Zoning cases for 6410 Factory Shoals Road and 6152 Ernest Barrett Parkway
• Zoning cases for 756 Kurtz Road and 4701 Post Oak Tritt Road
• Land Use Permits for 3487 Campus Loop Road, 1495 Cunningham Road, and 76 Windy Hill Road
• Special Land Use Permits for 4648 Canton Rd, Mableton Parkway, and Piedmont Road

The Cobb County Planning Commission voted on several rezoning and land use cases, recommending denial of a commercial rezoning at 259 Veterans Memorial Highway (Z-35) and a self-storage facility on Mableton Parkway (Z-59 and SLUP-11). The commission also approved a consent agenda including a rezoning at 4450 South Cobb Drive (Z-43) and a temporary land use permit for a Catholic campus ministry (LUP-14). Several cases were continued to the October 4, 2022 hearing.

• Recommended denial of Z-35 (rezoning from R-20 to NRC for commercial use at 259 Veterans Memorial Highway) (5-0)
• Recommended denial of Z-59 (rezoning from GC to O&I for self-storage on Mableton Parkway) (4-0)
• Recommended denial of SLUP-11 (special land use permit for self-storage on Mableton Parkway) (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Z-43 (rezoning to NRC at 4450 South Cobb Drive) and LUP-14 (temporary land use permit renewal for Catholic campus ministry) (5-0)
• Held Z-7 (townhome community on Wade Green Road) until October 4, 2022 (5-0)
• Held Z-49 (townhome community on Ernest Barrett Parkway) until October 4, 2022 (5-0)
• Held Z-58 (single-family subdivision on Midway Road) until October 4, 2022 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-52 (multifamily residential at 108 Townpark Drive) to RRC district (4-1)

1:30 Work Session

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners held a work session to receive presentations on proposed amendments to multiple chapters of the county code, including Administration, Building Regulations, Fire Prevention, Licenses, Nuisances, Parks, Zoning, Solid Waste, Streets, and Subdivisions. No official action was taken by the Board.

• No action taken on proposed code amendments

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will consider contracts for a county government strategic plan and an organizational performance review. The body is also deciding on several infrastructure projects, including sidewalk installations and transit center site selection studies.

• Contract with Accenture LLP to prepare a strategic plan for Cobb County Government
• Public hearing authorization for spending $100,000+ on transit center site selection studies for Cumberland, Marietta, and South Cobb
• Purchase of Mobile Data Computers and accessories exceeding $100,000 for the Sheriff’s Office
• Contracts for sidewalks on Shaw Road, Davis Road, and engineering for Hillcrest Drive Sidewalk
• Proposed public hearing notice regarding fee schedule changes for Cobb County Wrecker Zone holders

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners approved a $1.45 million contract with Accenture LLP to prepare a strategic plan for county government, passing 3-2 with Commissioners Birrell and Gambrill opposed. The board also approved a $17 million voluntary reallocation of emergency rental assistance funds to Fulton County, and a $630,188.05 sole source contract with Interpersonal Frequency to host and support the county's website. All other agenda items, including numerous contracts and grants, were approved unanimously.

• Approved $1.45M Accenture strategic plan contract (3-2)
• Approved $17M ERA1 rental assistance reallocation to Fulton County (5-0)
• Approved $630,188.05 sole source contract for county website (5-0)
• Approved $476,376.50 Shaw Road Sidewalk contract (5-0)
• Approved $726,727.08 Davis Road Sidewalk contract (5-0)
• Approved $481,500 for six rescue chassis for Fire Department (5-0)
• Approved $664,654 youth workforce grant from Technical College System (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including water, transportation, and parks items (5-0)

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners approved the rezoning (Z-78) and Special Land Use Permit (SLUP-11) for St. Benedict's Episcopal School, allowing school expansion at 2001 Daniel Street and 2235 Cooper Lake Road, with conditions including no stadium lighting, construction hours, and a carpool plan. The board also approved a consent agenda with several rezoning and stipulation amendments, and withdrew or continued multiple other cases. The votes were 3-2 for the school items, with Commissioners Birrell and Gambrill opposed.

• Approved Z-78 rezoning to O&I for St. Benedict's school (3-2)
• Approved SLUP-11 special use permit for school (3-2)
• Approved consent agenda: Z-45, Z-53, LUP-12, O.B. 32, O.B. 37, O.B. 40 (5-0)
• Withdrew Z-42, O.B. 24 without prejudice (5-0)
• Continued Z-38, Z-48, O.B. 39 to Sept. 20, 2022 (5-0)
• Continued O.B. 41 to Oct. 18, 2022 (5-0)
• Held O.B. 22 until Oct. 18, 2022 (5-0)
• Amended Z-27 stipulations to include letter from Garvis L. Sams, Jr. (5-0)

BOC Regular Meeting

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners approved a $1.7 million design-build contract with John W. Spratlin and Son LLC to renovate fire training infrastructure at 2109 Valor Drive SW, funded by the 2022 SPLOST program. The board also approved a $1.28 million land acquisition for Fire Station 29 at Cumberland Mall, a $250,957 drainage repair contract on Stonewall Drive, and a $124,640 prisoner transport van purchase. All votes were unanimous 5-0.

• Approved $1.7M design-build contract for fire training renovation at 2109 Valor Drive SW (5-0)
• Approved $1.28M land acquisition at Cumberland Mall for Fire Station 29 (5-0)
• Approved $250,957 contract with Butch Thompson Enterprises for Stonewall Drive drainage repairs (5-0)
• Approved $124,640 purchase of ADA-compliant prisoner transport van for Sheriff's Office (5-0)
• Approved $369,912 contract with CDM Smith for CobbLinc transit centers study (5-0)
• Approved $222,893 for IBM Power 9 equipment, rescinding prior award to Flagship Solutions (5-0)
• Approved rezoning non-objection for 28.35 acres at 5640 Westside Road and 3700 Goodwin Road (5-0)
• Approved settlement of Sharon DeArmond v. Officer Robles et al. (5-0)

1:30 Work Session

The Board of Commissioners is holding a stakeholder discussion regarding Dobbins Air Reserve Base and the surrounding communities.

• Discussion on Dobbins Air Reserve Base and surrounding communities

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners held a special called stakeholder discussion on August 4, 2022, regarding Dobbins Air Reserve Base and surrounding communities. No official action was taken by the Board; the meeting was informational only.

• No official action taken by the Board

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Planning Commission is meeting to discuss and decide on various zoning changes and special land use permits. The agenda includes both new business cases and continued or held cases across four districts.

• Zoning cases for 2431 Sandtown Road, 6410 Factory Shoals Road, and 2338 Benson Poole Road
• Zoning cases for 6152 Ernest Barrett Parkway and 2260 West Sandtown Road
• Land use permits for 1096 Allgood Road and 230 Rocky Top Court
• Special land use permit for Stallion Parkway
• Zoning cases for 108 Townpark Drive and 1080, 1090 Old Bankhead Highway

The Cobb County Planning Commission held a zoning hearing on August 2, 2022, and took action on several cases. They recommended approval for rezoning requests at 1350 Oak Ridge Road (Z-42), 2338 Benson Poole Road (Z-48), and 1080/1090 Old Bankhead Highway (Z-53), and recommended denial for a subdivision at 286 County Road (Z-36) and a temporary land use permit at 230 Rocky Top Court (LUP-13). They also held several cases for further review, withdrew others without prejudice, and approved the consent agenda.

• Recommended approval of Z-42 (townhomes at 1350 Oak Ridge Rd) to FST (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-48 (convenience store with fuel at 2338 Benson Poole Rd) to NRC (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-53 (single-family at 1080/1090 Old Bankhead Hwy) to R-15 (5-0)
• Recommended denial of Z-36 (subdivision at 286 County Rd) without prejudice (5-0)
• Recommended denial of LUP-13 (temporary use at 230 Rocky Top Ct) (5-0)
• Held Z-35, Z-50, and Z-52 until September 6, 2022 (5-0 each)
• Withdrew Z-34, Z-51, and SLUP-10 without prejudice (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Z-45 and LUP-12 (5-0)

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will consider the adoption of the FY2023 Budget and various millage rates. The meeting includes public hearings regarding property tax increases and transportation planning for Cobb Parkway. Additional items involve several contracts for road repairs, water services, and police equipment.

• Public hearing for Cobb Parkway at McCollum Parkway/Kennesaw Due West Road/Old 41 Highway Realignment engineering services ($100,000.00+)
• Third public hearing on the 2022 proposed property tax increase
• Adoption of the FY2023 Budget and 2022 millage rates
• Purchase of Panasonic Toughbooks for CCPD and CCFD (>$100,000.00 each)
• Approval of annexation petitions for Ivey Road, Maxham Road, and Buckland Oaks Subdivision

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners adopted the FY2023 Budget (3-2) and set the 2022 millage rates for the General Fund, Fire Fund, Bond Fund, Cumberland Special Services District II, and Six Flags Special Services District (4-1). The board also approved the countywide school tax levy, implemented a new classification and compensation structure, and approved numerous contracts and purchases, including a $37.9 million contract for the South Barrett Reliever Phase 3.

• Adopted FY2023 Budget (3-2)
• Set 2022 millage rates for General Fund, Fire Fund, Bond Fund, CSSD II, and SFSSD (4-1)
• Adopted 2022 countywide school tax levy (5-0)
• Authorized implementation of Evergreen Solutions classification and compensation recommendations (5-0)
• Approved $37,942,300 contract with C.W. Matthews for South Barrett Reliever Phase 3 (5-0)
• Approved $1,420,000 contract with Excellere Construction for Austell Road Sidewalk (5-0)
• Approved $499,763 agreement with Clarion Associates for Unified Development Code (3-2)
• Approved $382,500 purchase of Sheriff's Office replacement vehicles (5-0)

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Board of Commission will review various zoning cases, land use permits, and other business items. The agenda includes several cases continued or held by the Planning Commission.

• Zoning cases for Wade Green Road, Hicks Road, Veterans Memorial Highway, County Road, Brown Road, Oak Ridge Road, Daniel Street, Cooper Lake Road, Austell Road, Cobb Parkway NW, Discovery Boulevard, Waldrep Circle, Lions Club Drive, Glore Drive, Old Concord Road, Shallowford Road, Trickum Road, South Cobb Drive, Sandy Plains Road, Kinridge Court, Lee Road, Birchwood Road, Mableton Parkway, Sunny Meadows Lane, Kenmare Circle, Mars Hill Road, Stallion Parkway, Post Oak Tritt Road, Canton Road, and Floyd Road
• Special Land Use Permits for Canton Rd, Daniel Street, Cooper Lake Road, Lee Road, Birchwood Road, Austell Powder Springs Road, and Mableton Parkway
• Planning Commission minutes from 12-07-2021 and 07-05-2022

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda containing multiple rezoning requests, special land use permits, and other business items, all by a 5-0 vote. Several other cases were withdrawn without prejudice, continued, or held for future hearings. The board also denied two requests on the regular agenda and held one other.

• Approved consent agenda with multiple rezoning, special land use permit, and other business items (5-0)
• Approved Z-21 rezoning to LRC for office at 5120 Austell Rd (consent)
• Approved Z-24 rezoning to NRC/LRO for personal care home at 4707 Cobb Pkwy (consent)
• Approved Z-29 rezoning to R-20 for single-family residence at 1802 Waldrep Cir (consent)
• Approved Z-43 rezoning to NRC for office at 4450 South Cobb Dr (consent)
• Approved Z-44 rezoning to NRC for personal care home at 1900 Sandy Plains Rd (consent)
• Denied LUP-10 for more vehicles than code allows at 803 Birchwood Rd (4-1, Cupid opposed)
• Denied Z-39 rezoning to LI for parking lot at Lions Club Dr/Glore Dr (5-0)

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners is conducting the second of three required public hearings regarding proposed property tax millage rates for 2022. The body is discussing rates for the General Fund, Fire Fund, Bond Fund, and two Special Services Districts.

• Proposed General Fund millage rate: 8.460
• Proposed Fire Fund millage rate: 2.990
• Proposed Bond Fund millage rate: 0.000
• Proposed Cumberland Special Services District II Fund rate: 2.450
• Proposed Six Flags Special Services District Fund rate: 3.500

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting to hear petitions for variances. The agenda includes four continued cases and seven new business cases.

• V-44-2022: 3713 Thunder Way
• V-49-2022: 1535 Davis Farm Drive
• V-52-2022: 1298 Parkwood Chase
• V-54-2022: 3191 Hicks Road
• V-61-2022 through V-67-2022: New business variance cases

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners is conducting public hearings on the proposed FY 2023 budget and a 2022 property tax increase. The body is also considering a settlement regarding opioid litigation with Rite Aid and various transportation and drainage contracts.

• Public hearing on the FY 2023 Proposed Budget
• Public hearing on the 2022 proposed property tax increase
• Authorization to settle opioid litigation matters with Rite Aid
• Authorization for engineering design services for 2022 SPLOST Transportation projects exceeding $100,000
• Deannexation of 2.8 acres at 1611 Dickson Drive from the City of Marietta

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners held public hearings on the CobbLinc RFP, FY 2023 budget, and a proposed property tax increase, but took no action on these items. The board approved a consent agenda and several regular agenda items, including authorizing a $14,375,000 grant application for transit ADA sidewalk improvements, joining opioid litigation against Rite Aid, and approving multiple road and drainage contracts. The board also approved a resolution adopting all budget amendments and consented to a deannexation from Marietta.

• Approved $14,375,000 FTA grant application for Transit ADA Sidewalk Improvements (5-0)
• Authorized joining opioid litigation against Rite Aid (4-1, Gambrill opposed)
• Approved $230,600 for Chattahoochee River Trail mitigation credits (4-1, Gambrill opposed)
• Approved $297,000 for tennis court resurfacing in county parks
• Approved $226,834 contract for Scott Road drainage repairs (5-0)
• Approved $343,963 contract for Mountain Creek Drive drainage repairs (5-0)
• Consented to deannexation of 1611 Dickson Drive from Marietta
• Approved consent agenda including training agreement and street light district (5-0)

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Planning Commission will review several continued or held cases alongside new business. These items include rezoning requests, land use permits, and special land use permits across multiple districts.

• Z-78-2021: 2001 Daniel Street and 2235 Cooper Lake Road
• Z-7-2022: 4556, 4570, 4600 Wade Green Road
• Z-21-2022: 5120 Austell Road
• Z-24-2022: 4707 Cobb Parkway NW
• Z-26-2022: Discovery Boulevard

The Cobb County Planning Commission held its July 5, 2022 zoning hearing, acting on multiple cases. It recommended denial of a temporary land use permit for extra vehicles (LUP-10) and a rezoning for a parking lot (Z-39), and denied a rezoning for a single-family subdivision (OSC-1). Several cases were held for further consideration, and a consent agenda with multiple recommendations was approved. Two commissioners were absent, and the chairman handled their district cases.

• Approved consent agenda with recommendations for Z-21, Z-24, Z-29, Z-41, Z-43, Z-44, LUP-11, SLUP-9 (3-0)
• Denied LUP-10 temporary land use permit for extra vehicles (3-0)
• Denied Z-39 rezoning for parking lot (3-0)
• Denied OSC-1 rezoning for single-family subdivision (3-0)
• Held Z-7, Z-35, Z-38, Z-42 until August 2, 2022 hearing (3-0)
• Approved LUP-8 temporary land use permit for two houses on one lot (3-0)
• Withdrew Z-26 without prejudice (3-0)
• Continued Z-34 and SLUP-5 to August 2, 2022 hearing (3-0)

1:30 Work Session

The Board of Commissioners held a work session to review the proposed FY 2023 budget, which totals $1.156 billion across all funds. The presentation included plans to add 147 full-time positions, implement a pay study, and maintain the current general fund millage rate of 8.46. No official action was taken; a public hearing is scheduled for July 12 and adoption for July 26.

• Presented proposed FY 2023 budget of $1.156 billion (no vote)
• Scheduled public hearing on budget for July 12, 2022
• Scheduled budget adoption for July 26, 2022

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will conduct a second public hearing on the initial draft of the 2040 Comprehensive Plan 5-Year Update. The body is also deciding on various infrastructure contracts, annexation notices, and the acceptance of federal American Rescue Plan Act funding.

• Second public hearing for the 2040 Comprehensive Plan 5-Year Update
• Authorization to spend $100,000 or more for transportation planning at Cobb Parkway and McCollum Parkway/Kennesaw Due West Road/Old 41 Highway
• Authorization to purchase hardware and services over $100,000 from Prosys Information Systems for VoIP replacement
• Condemnation proceedings for six parcels on Lower Roswell Road
• Annexation notices for 3520 Hickory Grove Road, Vinings Brooke Subdivision, and Heritage Mill Subdivision

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners approved a wide-ranging agenda, including accepting a second tranche of $73,824,239 in federal ARPA funds (3-2), authorizing condemnation proceedings on six parcels for the Lower Roswell Road project (3-2), and approving a $4.7M contract for the new Precinct 6 Police Station (4-1). The board also approved the consent agenda (5-0), which included an inmate housing agreement with Kennesaw, and held a public hearing on the 2040 Comprehensive Plan update with no action taken.

• Accepted $73,824,239 second ARPA tranche (3-2)
• Authorized condemnation on six Lower Roswell Road parcels (3-2)
• Approved $4,736,378 GMP for Precinct 6 Police Station Phase 1 (4-1)
• Approved $1,004,056 child support services contract with GA DHS (4-1)
• Approved $1,789,868 Atlas Technical Consultants parks SPLOST contract (5-0)
• Approved $420,358 Chatfield Contracting drainage repairs on Brookcrest Drive (5-0)
• Approved $1,124,043 VoIP replacement project with Prosys (5-0)
• Approved inmate housing agreement with City of Kennesaw (5-0)

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Board of Commission will review several zoning, land use, and special land use cases. The agenda includes continued cases from the Planning Commission and new business items.

• Zoning case Z-7-2022 at 4556, 4570, 4600 Wade Green Road
• Zoning case Z-21-2022 at 5120 Austell Road
• Zoning case Z-24-2022 at 4707 Cobb Parkway NW
• Land use case LUP-8-2022 at 264 Lee Road
• Special land use case SLUP-5-2022 at 4648 Canton Rd

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners approved a rezoning for a townhome community at 6721 Mableton Parkway, changing the zoning from OS and RM-12 to RA-5 with a maximum of five units per acre. The board also approved several other zoning items on the consent agenda and regular agenda, including a rezoning for a commercial kitchen/office/events space and multiple stipulation amendments. Several rezoning requests were withdrawn without prejudice, and multiple cases were continued to future hearings.

• Approved Z-83 St. Bourke rezoning to RA-5, max 5 units/acre (5-0)
• Approved Z-32 Amadeus, LLC rezoning to NRC for commercial kitchen/offices/warehouse/events (5-0)
• Approved O.B. 27 stipulation amendment for Elvia Benitez retail store (5-0)
• Approved O.B. 28 East Cobb Senior Living stipulation/site plan amendment for 6 new units (5-0)
• Approved O.B. 29 North American Properties site plan amendment for Avenue East Cobb (5-0)
• Approved O.B. 30 Traton, LLC stipulation/site plan amendment for 76 townhomes (5-0)
• Approved O.B. 25 B & J Appliance Repair stipulation amendment (5-0)
• Held Z-78 and SLUP-11 St. Benedict's Episcopal School until Aug 16, 2022 (5-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting to review variance petitions for specific properties. The agenda includes three continued cases and 11 new business cases across four districts.

• V-42-2022: 2782 Tarpley Place
• V-44-2022: 3713 Thunder Way
• V-49-2022: 1535 Davis Farm Drive
• V-58-2022: 1647 N. Cobb Parkway
• V-60-2022: 3220 Robinson Road

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board will conduct a public hearing regarding an Organizational Performance Review costing $100,000.00 or more. The meeting includes numerous approvals for grant acceptances, infrastructure work orders, and public safety service agreements.

• Public hearing for an Organizational Performance Review of $100,000.00 or more
• Agreement with Clearview AI, Inc. for facial recognition services
• Purchase of approximately 30 vehicles for the Cobb County Sheriff's Office
• Approval of a work order for 1922 Hamby Place Drive via Ray Campbell Contracting Co, Inc.
• Authorization of various Criminal Justice Coordinating Council grant awards

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda and regular agenda items, including a $1.1 million purchase of 30 sheriff's office vehicles and a $636,000 frontline retention incentive funded by ARPA. Two items were withdrawn: a Clearview AI facial recognition agreement and a consultant ranking for an organizational performance review. The board also approved multiple grants, contracts, and resolutions.

• Approved $1.1M purchase of 30 sheriff vehicles from Brannen Motor Company (4-0)
• Approved $636,000 frontline retention incentive from ARPA funds (4-0)
• Approved $1.1M Black & Veatch consulting contract for effluent filters upgrade
• Approved $1.1M cost-share agreement for Old Leland stormwater remediation (4-0)
• Approved $12.75M FTA Section 5307 grant request for transit projects
• Approved $503,260.89 purchase of Varonis cyber security software
• Approved $419,980 light fixture replacement at Adult Detention Center (4-0)
• Withdrew Clearview AI facial recognition agreement and organizational performance review consultant ranking

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Planning Commission is meeting to discuss continued and new cases regarding zoning and land use permits. The body will review requests for specific properties across four districts.

• Zoning cases for 6721 Mableton Parkway, 1888 Powder Springs Road, and 4707 Cobb Parkway NW
• Land Use Permit LUP-8-2022 for 264 Lee Road
• Special Land Use Permits for 4648 Canton Rd and 2275 Barrett Lakes Boulevard
• New zoning business for 3731 Macland Road and 1975 Villa Rica Road
• Zoning cases for 3170 Trickum Road and 2469 Canton Road

The Cobb County Planning Commission held a zoning hearing on June 7, 2022, and took action on several cases. It recommended approval of a rezoning for a townhome community (21Z-83) and a commercial kitchen/office/warehouse/events space (Z-32), recommended deletion of a contractor office (Z-30), and held or continued several other cases. Three cases were withdrawn without prejudice, and one consent agenda item was approved.

• Recommended approval of 21Z-83 (St. Bourke) to RM-8 for townhomes at 6721 Mableton Parkway (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-32 (Amadeus, LLC) to NRC for commercial kitchen, offices, warehouse, events space at 2469 Canton Road (3-0)
• Recommended deletion of Z-30 (Joseph Fiamingo) to Limited Professional Services Permit at 875 Blackwell Road (3-0)
• Held Z-24 (Davest Enterprises) personal care home at 4707 Cobb Parkway NW until July 5 (3-0)
• Held Z-35 (Morrison Building & Investment) commercial use at 259 Veterans Memorial Highway until July 5 (3-0)
• Held Z-36 (David Gernatt) single-family subdivision at 286 County Road until July 5 (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including SLUP-8 (AutoNation) used car sales at 2275 Barrett Lakes Boulevard (3-0)
• Withdrawn without prejudice: Z-28 (Paran Homes), Z-31 (LOT One Homes), Z-33 (Pulte Home Company), Z-37 (Synergy Investing)

1:30 Work Session

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners held a work session to discuss a 2024 Referendum for transportation improvements. No other items were listed for decision or discussion.

• Discussion of 2024 Referendum for Cobb County Transportation improvements

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners held a work session to discuss a potential 2024 transportation referendum. Transportation Director Drew Raessler presented a Mobility Referendum Update, and Commissioner Richardson shared district-specific needs. No official action was taken on the referendum; the only formal action was approving an executive session to discuss legal matters.

• Approved executive session to discuss legal matters (5-0)

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board will consider various items including land acquisitions, construction contracts, and public hearings. Actions include approving transit maintenance, senior service proposals, and several transportation projects.

• Public hearing for a residence, garage, pool, and cabana at 3995 Woodland Brook Dr.
• Purchase of two 2022 Starcraft Allstar 22’ Ford E-450 buses for Senior Services
• Acquisition of approximately .92 acres near Cumberland Mall for Fire Station 29
• Contract with Excellere Construction, LLC for Bells Ferry Road Sidewalk
• Contract with Glosson Enterprises, LLC for Jim Owens Road (Lewis Elementary School)

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners approved a $1,282,406 agreement to acquire about 0.92 acres at Cumberland Mall for Fire Station 29, a 2016 SPLOST project. The board also approved multiple contracts and purchases, including a $259,800 sidewalk contract, a $737,626 school zone improvement contract, and two senior services buses. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved $1,282,406 land purchase at Cumberland Mall for Fire Station 29 (5-0)
• Approved $259,800 Bells Ferry Road Sidewalk contract with Excellere Construction (5-0)
• Approved $737,626 Jim Owens Road (Lewis Elementary) contract with Glosson Enterprises (5-0)
• Approved $686,613 Fourth Amendment with First Transit for 14 CobbLinc paratransit/flex vehicles (5-0)
• Approved $201,318 purchase of two 2022 Starcraft Allstar buses for Senior Services (5-0)
• Approved $876,467 HVAC equipment purchase for Superior Court (5-0)
• Approved $69,999.60 work order for Woodbridge Outfall Manhole stabilization (5-0)
• Approved Chattahoochee Corridor Certificate for residence at 3995 Woodland Brook Dr. (5-0)

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Board of Commission is meeting to review zoning cases, special land use permits, and land use permits. The session includes cases continued from the Planning Commission and new business cases.

• Z-83-2021: 6721 Mableton Parkway
• Z-7-2022: 4556, 4570, 4600 Wade Green Road
• SLUP-5-2022: 4648 Canton Rd
• Z-25-2022: 37 Johnson Ferry Road, 255 Village Parkway
• LUP-9-2022: 5630 Macland Road

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda containing multiple zoning and land use items, including a rezoning for a residential subdivision, a rezoning for neighborhood retail, a special land use permit for a climate-controlled storage facility, and several site plan and stipulation amendments. The board also approved a rezoning and special land use permit for an automotive storage yard and wrecker service on the regular agenda, with a 4-1 vote. Several other cases were withdrawn or continued to future hearings.

• Approved consent agenda including Z-23 rezoning to R-20 for 21-home subdivision at 5500 Moon Rd (5-0)
• Approved Z-25 rezoning to NRC for neighborhood retail at 37 Johnson Ferry Rd (5-0)
• Approved SLUP-6 for climate-controlled self-storage at 3030 Jim Owens Rd (5-0)
• Approved O.B. 20 stipulation amendment for B&E TX LLC at 3030 Jim Owens Rd (5-0)
• Approved O.B. 23 stipulation amendment for Howell Coop LLC at 2500 Barrett Creek Blvd (5-0)
• Approved LUP-9 temporary land use permit for agritourism at 5630 Macland Rd (5-0)
• Approved O.B. 9 site plan amendment for Vanderlande Industries at 3054 Chastain Meadows Pkwy (5-0)
• Approved Z-27 rezoning to LI for self-storage at 6949 Mableton Pkwy (5-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hear several new business cases regarding property variances across various districts. The agenda includes held and continued cases alongside new petitions.

• Held case: 1090 Fairfield Drive (District 2)
• New case: 268 Stoneybrook Drive (District 3)
• New case: 3342 Bryerstone Circle (District 2)
• New case: 2705 Bridgegate Cove (District 2)
• New case: 2782 Tarpley Place (District 1)

1:30 Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will receive a presentation regarding the Classification and Compensation Study. The recommendations were provided by Evergreen Solutions, LLC.

• Classification and Compensation Study presentation by Evergreen Solutions, LLC

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners held a work session where Evergreen Solutions, LLC presented recommendations from a completed classification and compensation study. No formal decisions were made; the board only received the presentation and asked questions.

• Received classification and compensation study recommendations from Evergreen Solutions, LLC

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will review various items including property acquisitions, transit service renewals, and park development contracts. The meeting includes several proclamations for community awareness months and recognition of local organizations.

• Acquisition of approximately 3.5 acres on Sewell Mill Road
• $151,701.00 BOOST grant from Georgia Recreation & Park Association
• Contract for Osborne Area Recreation/Community Center development
• Renewal of transit operations agreement with First Transit, Inc.
• Agreement with Mable Oak Development, LLC for Veterans Memorial Highway improvements

The Board unanimously appointed Stuart VanHoozer as Chief of Police, effective May 10, 2022. It also approved a consent agenda with numerous contracts, grants, and settlements, and authorized condemnation proceedings for the Bob Callan Trunk Trail. Several agenda items were withdrawn, including the Truist Park update and a leadership award recognition.

• Appointed Stuart VanHoozer as Chief of Police (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda with 39 items, including settlements and contracts (5-0, with Commissioner Gambrill opposing items 17 and 21)
• Authorized condemnation proceedings for Bob Callan Trunk Trail parcels (5-0)
• Approved $1,612,626.40 contract for Church Road Sidewalk (5-0)
• Approved $25,029,466.00 extension with First Transit for CobbLinc operations (5-0)
• Approved $570,700.00 design contract for Osborne Area Recreation/Community Center (5-0)
• Approved $650,000.00 construction manager at risk contract for Osborne Center (5-0)
• Approved sale of old Fire Station 13 property to Cobb County Board of Education for $370,000 (5-0)

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Planning Commission is meeting to discuss continued and new zoning, land use, and special land use permit cases. The body will also consider the adoption of new zoning hearing procedures.

• Zoning cases for 1818, 1830 Austell Road, 6721 Mableton Parkway, and 1888 Powder Springs Road
• Zoning cases for 5500 Moon Road, 4707 Cobb Parkway NW, and 37 Johnson Ferry Road
• Special Land Use Permits for 4648 Canton Rd and 3030 Jim Owens Road
• Land Use Permits for 264 Lee Road and 5630 Macland Road
• Proposal to adopt new zoning hearing procedures

The Cobb County Planning Commission held its May 3, 2022 zoning hearing, approving the consent agenda (4-0) and making recommendations on several zoning cases. Notable actions included recommending approval of a rezoning for a neighborhood retail development, a single-family subdivision, and a temporary land use permit for agritourism, while holding other cases for further review. The commission also adopted revised zoning hearing rules and procedures effective July 1, 2022.

• Approved consent agenda (4-0), including Z-25 rezoning to NRC for neighborhood retail at 37 Johnson Ferry Road
• Recommended approval of Z-48 rezoning to NRC for towing service (4-0)
• Recommended approval of SLUP-3 for 24 months for auto storage yard (4-0)
• Held Z-83 townhome rezoning until June 7, 2022 (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-23 rezoning to R-20 for subdivision at 5500 Moon Road (4-0)
• Held Z-26 warehouse rezoning until July 5, 2022 (4-0)
• Recommended approval of LUP-9 for 24 months for agritourism at 5630 Macland Road (4-0)
• Adopted revised Planning Commission Zoning Hearing Rules and Procedures effective July 1, 2022 (4-0)

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will consider various infrastructure projects, including water and road improvements. The agenda includes several proclamations, public service authorizations, and funding allocations.

• Sewer replacement at 5910 Due West Road
• Water main installation on Florence Road
• State Route 92 widening and reconstruction near US 41
• Technology purchase exceeding $100,000.00 for Oracle software
• Roof replacement at Cobb County Adult Detention Center, Building B

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners approved allocating the second tranche of federal Emergency Rental Assistance 2 (ERA2) funding, totaling $4,681,370.88, to four local nonprofits. The vote was 3-2, with Commissioners Gambrill and Birrell opposed. The board also approved a consent agenda and several other items, including contracts for water, road, and security projects.

• Approved $4.68M ERA2 rental assistance allocation to HomeFree-USA, MUST Ministries, Center for Family Resources, Sweetwater Mission (3-2)
• Approved $3.07M roof replacement contract for Adult Detention Center Building B (5-0)
• Approved $3.26M X-ray inspection system purchase for Judicial Complex and Detention Center (5-0)
• Approved $717,196 Florence Road water main installation contract (consent agenda)
• Approved $683,827.61 Campus Loop Road at Big Shanty Road safety improvements contract (5-0)
• Approved $969,000 purchase of 675 Smyrna-Powder Springs Road for Osborne Park (5-0)
• Approved annexation non-objection for 5001 Hill Road into Powder Springs (consent agenda)
• Approved $193,024 Oracle software license purchase (consent agenda)

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Board of Commissioners will review various zoning and land use cases. The agenda includes continued cases from the Planning Commission and new business regarding several properties across multiple districts.

• Zoning case Z-48-2021 at 1818, 1830 Austell Road
• Zoning case Z-83-2021 at 6721 Mableton Parkway
• Zoning case Z-7-2022 at 4556, 4570, 4600 Wade Green Road
• Special Land Use Permit SLUP-3-2021 at 1818, 1830 Austell Road
• Zoning case Z-78-2021 at 2001 Daniel Street and 2235 Cooper Lake Road

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners approved a 10-item consent agenda, including rezoning for a senior living community, a duplex, and a commercial property, plus several site plan and stipulation amendments. They also approved a settlement of litigation with Blake Properties, allowing a rezoning to RA-5 for an 82-townhome community. Several other cases were withdrawn, held, or continued to future hearings.

• Approved consent agenda with 10 items (5-0)
• Approved settlement of litigation for Blake Properties, rezoning to RA-5 for 82 townhomes (5-0)
• Approved Z-17 rezoning to RSL for 29 senior living homes at 4321 McClure Road (5-0)
• Approved Z-18 rezoning to NRC for retail at 910 Liberty Hill Road (5-0)
• Approved O.B. 11 site plan amendment for Valvoline at 4249 Roswell Road (5-0)
• Approved O.B. 18 site plan amendment for Riverwood mixed-use project (5-0)
• Held Z-78 and SLUP-11 for St. Benedict's Episcopal School until June 21, 2022 (5-0)
• Withdrew Z-1, Z-13, SLUP-3, and O.B. 16 without prejudice (5-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting to hear petitions for variances. The agenda includes three continued cases and nine new business cases across four districts.

• Z-7-2022: 2505 Dallas Highway
• V-23-2022: 1090 Fairfield Drive
• V-25-2022: 390 Dogwood Trail
• V-30-2022: 1305 Powers Ferry Road
• V-31-2022: 5590 Mableton Parkway

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board will consider several local road resurfacing contracts and drainage system repairs. Additionally, the meeting includes discussions on budget amendments for capital projects and federal rental assistance.

• Public hearing for $100,000.00 or more in engineering design services for 2022 SPLOST Transportation Improvements
• Resurfacing contracts with C.W. Matthews Contracting Company, Inc. and Bartow Paving Company, Inc.
• Drainage system repair contracts for Marsden Trace, Tranquil Drive, Parkwood Chase, Shelley Court, Windchime Court, Princeton Lakes Drive, and Briarleigh Chase
• Allocation of $25,300,227.50 for capital projects via FY2022 General Fund budget adjustments
• Acceptance of federal funding for Emergency Rental Assistance 2 - High-Need

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners approved a $25.3 million allocation for capital projects, accepted $5.4 million in federal rental assistance, and approved four road resurfacing contracts totaling over $28 million. The board also selected Clarion Associates for the Unified Development Code and made two director appointments.

• Approved $25,300,227.50 for FY2022 capital projects (4-1)
• Accepted $5,431,370.88 in federal rental assistance (3-2)
• Approved $1,501,443.45 for rental housing relief (3-2)
• Approved resurfacing contracts for Districts 1-4 totaling $28,697,838.58 (5-0)
• Approved Clarion Associates for Unified Development Code consulting (3-2)
• Approved $439,210 for Charlotte Circle water main replacement (5-0)
• Approved $345,847.96 reimbursement to Braves Stadium Company (5-0)
• Appointed Dr. Jatunn T. Gibson as Public Services Agency Director (5-0)

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Planning Commission will review several continued and new zoning cases across various districts. The agenda also includes a consideration to adopt new zoning hearing procedures.

• Zoning case Z-48-2021 at 1818, 1830 Austell Road
• Zoning case Z-78-2021 at 2001 Daniel Street and 2235 Cooper Lake Road
• Zoning case Z-83-2021 at 6721 Mableton Parkway
• Adoption of new zoning hearing procedures

The Cobb County Planning Commission held a zoning hearing on April 5, 2022, and made recommendations on several rezoning cases. It approved a consent agenda with three items, recommended approval of three regular agenda rezoning requests, held one case, and tabled adoption of revised hearing rules. No final decisions were made; all recommendations go to the Board of Commissioners.

• Approved consent agenda (5-0): Z-5 (duplex), Z-22 (single-family/duplex), LUP-7 (temporary RV permit)
• Recommended approval of Z-16 (rezoning to R-15) (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-17 (rezoning to RSL) (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-18 (rezoning to NRC) (5-0)
• Held Z-7 (townhome community) until May 3, 2022 (5-0)
• Tabled adoption of revised hearing rules until May 3, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of March 1 and March 28, 2022 meetings (5-0)

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners is considering the acceptance and appropriation of $40,000,000.00 in reallocated Emergency Rental Assistance 1 (ERA1) funds. These funds are intended to assist residents with rent, rental arrears, utilities, and home energy costs. The Board may also delegate authority to the County Manager to distribute these funds to various service providers.

• Acceptance of $40,000,000.00 in reallocated ERA1 funding
• Resolution for a U.S. Department of Transportation grant application for the Cumberland Core Loop (Cumberland Sweep) planning project

1:30 Work Session

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners will review a presentation regarding the use of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. The presentation covers a draft Investment Strategy prepared by Deloitte Consultants LLP.

• Presentation of draft Investment Strategy for ARPA funds by Deloitte Consultants LLP

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board is holding a public hearing regarding security system upgrades for the Adult Detention Center and Judicial Complex. Additional items include various water system service agreements, transportation infrastructure projects, and public safety funding.

• Public hearing for detention security system design and construction exceeding $100,000.00
• Approval of water meter reading service updates with Bermex, Inc.
• Construction contract for R. L. Sutton Water Reclamation Facility drive replacement
• Amending airport fuel flow fee policies at Cobb County International Airport
• Authorization of $171,627.74 reconciliation payment for 911 emergency communications

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners approved a $28.2 million contract for countywide road resurfacing, along with numerous other consent and regular agenda items. The board also approved several grant applications, including a $3.4 million federal grant for pedestrian improvements on Mableton Parkway, and authorized condemnation proceedings for a sidewalk project. Two agenda items were withdrawn, and one item was inadvertently not presented and will be brought back at a later meeting.

• Approved $28.2M resurfacing contract with Baldwin Paving (5-0)
• Approved $3.4M federal grant application for Mableton Parkway pedestrian improvements (5-0)
• Authorized condemnation proceedings for Old Alabama Road sidewalk (5-0)
• Approved $5.1M contract for Fire Training building renovation (5-0)
• Approved $2.7M software maintenance agreement with Avenu (consent)
• Approved $577K courtroom A/V technology upgrade (5-0)
• Withdrew Noonday Creek Trail framework agreements (2 items)
• Withdrew ARPA funding for Emergency Rental Assistance (1 item)

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Board of Commission is meeting to review zoning cases and special land use permits (SLUP). The session includes cases continued from the Planning Commission and new business cases.

• Zoning cases for 1818, 1830 Austell Road and 6721 Mableton Parkway
• Zoning cases for 3602 Ernest Barrett Parkway and 2250 Dallas Highway
• Special Land Use Permits (SLUP) for 1818, 1830 Austell Road and 3602 Ernest Barrett Parkway
• BOC-only zoning cases for 3180 Ellis Road and 2001 Daniel Street
• Other Business cases for 2509 Post Oak Tritt Road and 1371 Lochstone Drive

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting to review one continued case and nine new variance requests. The board will determine if these properties are granted exceptions to zoning regulations.

• Continued case Z-7-2022: 2505 Dallas Highway
• Variance V-22-2022: 3013 Old Villa Rica Road
• Variance V-23-2022: 1090 Fairfield Drive
• Variance V-24-2022: 425 Ernest Barrett Parkway
• Variance V-27-2022: Bells Ferry Road (No Assigned Address)

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will hold a townhall meeting featuring an introduction and welcome from the Chairwoman. The session includes a discussion on financial impact, a frequently asked questions segment, and a Q&A session.

SWMA Annual Meeting

The Board will approve the previous year's minutes and elect its 2022 officers. The meeting includes a departmental update on privatized facilities and environmental programs.

• Approval of March 9, 2021 minutes
• Election of 2022 Board of Directors officers
• Update on privatized facilities and environmental programs

The Cobb County Solid Waste Management Authority approved its 2021 meeting minutes and elected officers for 2022, including Lisa Cupid as Chairwoman and Monique Sheffield as Vice Chair. The board received annual updates from privatized facility operators (transfer station, recycling center, vegetative waste recovery) and Keep Cobb Beautiful, but took no official action on these presentations.

• Approved minutes of March 9, 2021 meeting (5-0)
• Elected Lisa Cupid as Chairwoman for 2022 (5-0)
• Elected Monique Sheffield as Vice Chair for 2022 (5-0)
• Appointed CFO as Secretary/Treasurer and Clerk as Clerk to the Authority (5-0)

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board is considering various budget amendments, land acquisitions, and infrastructure contracts. Items include drainage repairs, road improvements, and law enforcement equipment purchases.

• Purchase of mobile radios from Motorola Solutions, Inc.
• Data file purchase exceeding $100,000.00 from Pictometry International Corp.
• Acquisition of ~8.39 acres on the East-West Connector from Ackerman East West, LLC
• Creation of five full-time positions for drainage infrastructure maintenance
• Agreement with Cobb County Board of Education for Lower Roswell Road improvements

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners approved a $3,984,167.15 contract with Butch Thompson Enterprises, Inc. for the Hillcrest Drive Sidewalk project, along with numerous other consent and regular agenda items. The board also approved a $795,056.85 purchase order for replacing the cell door locking system at the Adult Detention Center and a $625,000 land purchase adjacent to the Police Training Facility. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved $3.98M Hillcrest Drive Sidewalk contract (5-0)
• Approved $795,056.85 cell door locking system replacement at Adult Detention Center (5-0)
• Approved $625,000 land purchase adjacent to Police Training Facility (5-0)
• Approved $398,450 purchase order for door motors at Adult Detention Center (5-0)
• Approved Tolling Agreement with Jacobs Engineering for South Cobb Water Reclamation Facility (5-0)
• Approved $535,000 DOJ grant for prosecuting cold cases using DNA (5-0)
• Approved $1.2M Salesforce 311/CRM implementation with Carahsoft (5-0)
• Approved annexation objection for 5354 Austell Road into City of Austell (5-0)

1:30 Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will receive a summary of departmental and agency presentations for the FY2023-2024 Biennial Budget cycle. The session also includes a discussion regarding Board policy for the Transportation referendum.

• FY2023-2024 Biennial Budget cycle presentations
• Transportation referendum policy discussion

The Board heard a presentation from CFO Bill Volckmann summarizing departmental and agency requests for the FY2023-2024 biennial budget. No formal decisions were made; the item on the Transportation referendum was withdrawn from the agenda. The meeting was procedural, with no votes or approvals recorded.

• Heard FY2023-2024 budget request summary (no vote)
• Withdrew Transportation referendum policy discussion from agenda

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Planning Commission will review several continued cases and new business items. These include various rezoning requests and Special Land Use Permits across multiple districts.

• Z-48-2021: 1818, 1830 Austell Road
• Z-78-2021: 2001 Daniel Street, 2235 Cooper Lake Road
• Z-83-2021: 6721 Mableton Parkway
• Z-1-2022: 636 Midway Road
• Z-5-2022: 913 Old Noonday School House Road

1:30 Work Session

The Board of Commissioners is holding a series of facilitated discussions and staff updates. The agenda includes sessions on board dynamics, communication, and county manager updates.

• Discussion regarding Board Dynamics with Clara Axam, David Hooker, and Mike Carnathan
• Discussion regarding Communication with KSU's Burruss Institute
• County Manager / Staff Updates

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners held a three-day retreat from February 23-25, 2022, at Comcast's Regional Headquarters. The sessions included facilitated discussions on leadership, communication, and county data, as well as staff updates on budget, transportation, and community development. No official action was taken by the Board during the retreat.

• No official action taken by the Board during the retreat

1:30 Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will review agency and departmental presentations regarding the upcoming two-year budget cycle. This session focuses on presenting information for the FY2023-2024 Biennial Budget.

• FY2023-2024 Biennial Budget departmental and agency presentations

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners held a work session where Sheriff Craig Owens and Assistant Chief Deputy Mike Register presented the Sheriff's Office FY2023-2024 biennial budget request. No formal votes or decisions were made; the session was for presentation and discussion only.

• No formal decisions made; budget presentation only

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding the closure of a portion of Head Drive. The meeting includes votes on transportation contracts, court grant applications, and the division of the Austell 1A precinct.

• Public hearing for the proposed closure and abandonment of a portion of Head Drive
• Division of Austell 1A precinct to form Austell 1B precinct at Love Bridge Church
• Authorization of public hearings for expenditures over $100,000 for detention security systems and SPLOST transportation engineering
• Annexation notices regarding a 37.674 acre tract and two tracts totaling 1.3 acres on Maxham Road
• Contract with Glosson Enterprises, LLC for a traffic signal at Riverside Parkway and Premier Lane

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners is holding a zoning meeting to decide on a large number of rezoning, special land use permit, and land use permit cases, as well as other business items. The agenda includes cases continued from the Planning Commission and new business, with many properties across all districts. This is a regular zoning hearing where the board will make final decisions on these applications.

• Rezoning Z-48-2021 at 1818, 1830 Austell Road (Dist 1)
• Rezoning Z-83-2021 at 6721 Mableton Parkway (Dist 4)
• Rezoning Z-1-2022 at 636 Midway Road (Dist 1)
• Special land use permit SLUP-1-2022 at 6652 Ernest Barrett Parkway (Dist 4)
• Other business OB-75-2021 at 2509 Post Oak Tritt Road (Dist 3)

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda including multiple rezoning requests, temporary land use permits, and a stipulation amendment for Braves Development. They also denied a rezoning and special land use permit for a U-Haul facility, denied a rezoning for retail commercial use, and continued several other cases to future hearings.

• Approved rezoning for Timothy G. Jenkins to R-20 for a single-family residence at 3218 New Rutledge Road.
• Approved rezoning for Edelmira Alas to R-20 for a single-family residence at 3363 Powder Springs Road, with conditions on architecture and construction hours.
• Approved rezoning for Quinton Wiggles to R-20 for a single-family residence at 568 Ridge Avenue, with conditions including a letter from the Mableton Improvement Coalition.
• Approved rezoning for VG Developers to NRC for an office and warehouse at Shallowford Road, with conditions on site plan and impervious coverage.
• Approved rezoning for Pirkle Built, LLC to R-20 for single-family residences at 3522 Spring Hill Road, with conditions on buffers, garages, and construction hours.
• Approved rezoning for Cameo Capital, LLC to LI for office, warehouse, and light industrial at Tramore Pointe Parkway, with conditions.
• Approved temporary land use permits for a hair salon, online soap sales, a daycare, a personal care home, and a pet dealer, each for 24 months with conditions.
• Approved a stipulation amendment for Braves Development Company, LLC regarding signage at 1100 Circle 75 Parkway.

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Cobb County Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a variance hearing on February 9, 2022, to consider 18 variance requests and one zoning case. One case (V-134-2021) is held and continued from a previous meeting. The board will decide on each request, which typically involves exceptions to zoning rules for individual properties.

• V-134-2021 (held/continued) at 5508 Muirwood Court, District 4
• Z-7-2022 at 2505 Dallas Highway, District 1
• V-8-2022 at 3330 Aylesbury Court, District 2
• V-9-2022 at 3900 Westmoreland Drive, District 3
• V-10-2022 at 4608 Gaydon Road, District 4

BOC Regular Meeting

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on spending for the Noonday Creek Trail Crossing and on proposed amendments to multiple county codes. The board will also consider a consent agenda with numerous contracts and grants, and a regular agenda that includes adopting the CobbForward Comprehensive Transportation Plan 2050 and related transit projects.

• Public hearing for Noonday Creek Trail Crossing engineering design (over $100,000)
• Second public hearing on amendments to Chapters 6, 18, 50, 54, 78, 90, 106, 110, 118, 134
• Adopt CobbForward Comprehensive Transportation Plan 2050 Recommendations Report
• Approve $100,000+ purchase of Oracle software license and support with Mythics, Inc.
• Approve settlement in estate of Guadalupe Osornio Hurtado v. Cobb County (Civil Action 18-A-963-3)

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners adopted multiple code amendments across various chapters, including zoning, fire prevention, and alcoholic beverages, with several sections held for further review. The board also approved a $362,017 SWAT vehicle purchase, a $1.8M five-year software support agreement, and various transportation and consent agenda items. A motion to reclassify two Probate Court positions failed.

• Adopted Chapter 6 Alcoholic Beverages amendments (5-0)
• Adopted Chapter 18 Building Regulations amendments (5-0)
• Adopted Chapter 50 Environment amendments (4-1)
• Approved $362,017 SWAT vehicle purchase (5-0)
• Approved $1.8M ProjectView support agreement (5-0)
• Adopted CobbForward Transportation Plan 2050 (5-0)
• Failed to reclassify Probate Court positions (1-4)
• Approved annexation objection for Powder Springs (5-0)

1:30 Work Session

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to receive departmental and agency presentations for the FY2023-2024 Biennial Budget cycle. This is the start of the budget process, with no decisions or votes scheduled on the agenda.

• Departmental and agency presentations for FY2023-2024 Biennial Budget

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Cobb County Planning Commission will hold a regular zoning hearing on February 1, 2022, to consider a large agenda of continued and new cases. The commission will review rezoning requests, land use permits, and special land use permits across multiple districts. Some cases are marked as Board of Commissioners (BOC) only, meaning the Planning Commission's role may be limited. The meeting includes both continued cases from 2021 and new applications filed in 2022.

• Z-1-2022: 636 Midway Road (Dist 1) rezoning
• Z-2-2022: 6652 Ernest Barrett Parkway (Dist 4) rezoning
• Z-7-2022: 4556, 4570, 4600 Wade Green Road (Dist 3) rezoning
• Z-10-2022: 6610 Mableton Parkway, 381 Veterans Memorial Highway (Dist 4) rezoning
• SLUP-1-2022: 6652 Ernest Barrett Parkway (Dist 4) special land use permit

The Cobb County Planning Commission held a zoning hearing on February 1, 2022, and approved several items. They adopted the consent agenda, which included recommendations for rezoning and temporary land use permits, and also made recommendations on regular agenda items, including approvals, holds, and one denial. The commission also approved code amendments for Chapter 134, including changes to self-service storage facility regulations.

• Approved consent agenda with recommendations for Z-3, Z-12, LUP-1, LUP-2, LUP-3, LUP-4, LUP-6 (5-0)
• Held Z-48 and SLUP-3 for 90 days until May 3, 2022 (5-0 each)
• Held Z-83 for 60 days until April 5, 2022 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-2 and SLUP-1 (U-Haul) (5-0 each)
• Recommended approval of Z-80, Z-4, Z-8, Z-9, Z-11 (5-0 each)
• Held Z-5 until March 1, 2022 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of LUP-5 for 12 months (5-0)
• Recommended approval of code amendments for Chapter 134, including deletion of Section 134-279 (4-1, Dance opposed)

1:30 Work Session

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to receive presentations on three topics: public outreach findings for a potential Mobility Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST) referendum, recommended amendments to the Cobb County Code, and departmental and agency presentations for the FY2023-2024 Biennial Budget. These are informational items for discussion, not final decisions.

• Public outreach findings for potential Mobility SPLOST referenda
• Recommended amendments to the Cobb County Code
• Departmental and agency presentations for FY2023-2024 Biennial Budget

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners held a work session with presentations on public outreach for potential Mobility SPLOST referenda and recommended amendments to the Cobb County Code. No official action was taken by the Board during this session.

• No official action taken on MSPLOST referenda outreach findings
• No official action taken on recommended Cobb County Code amendments

BOC Regular Meeting

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to multiple county codes, including zoning and alcoholic beverages. The board will also vote on a new commission district map based on the 2020 Census, along with numerous contracts, agreements, and budget items.

• Public hearing on amendments to Chapters 6, 18, 50, 54, 78, 90, 106, 110, 118, and 134
• Approve new commission district map based on 2020 Census
• Contract with National Roofing Partners for roof replacement at Adult Detention Center
• Adopt CobbForward Comprehensive Transportation Plan 2050
• Levy ad valorem tax for Cobb County School District Short-Term Construction Notes, Series 2022

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners approved a new commission district map based on the 2020 U.S. Census, with Commissioners Birrell and Gambrill opposed. The board also authorized a request for $40 million in federal emergency rental assistance (ERA1) funding, with Commissioner Gambrill opposed. A first public hearing was held on proposed amendments to multiple county code chapters, with a second hearing scheduled for February 8, 2022.

• Approved 2020 Census-based redistricting map (3-2)
• Authorized $40M emergency rental assistance request to state (4-1)
• Approved $2.8M West Atlanta Street Trail contract with CMES, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $320,442 detention center muster room renovation contract (5-0)
• Approved $226,150 Leafwood Drive drainage repair contract (5-0)
• Approved $248,279 Jim Miller Park bleacher replacement contract (5-0)
• Approved $110,000 UAS detection system purchase (5-0)
• Approved $125,000 ARPA COVID-19 cleaning allocation (5-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Cobb County Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a variance hearing on January 12, 2022, to consider two continued cases and six new variance requests. The board will decide whether to grant variances for properties in Districts 1, 2, 3, and 4. Property details are available for public inspection at the Zoning Division office.

• Continued case V-130-2021: 1595 Kennesaw Due West Road, District 1
• Continued case V-134-2021: 5508 Muirwood Court, District 4
• New case V-1-2022: 2210 Corporate Plaza, District 2
• New case V-2-2022: 3971 Camrose Place, District 3
• New case V-5-2022: 3485 Rivers Call Boulevard, District 2

1:30 Work Session

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to receive presentations on public outreach findings for potential Mobility Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST) referenda and to hear departmental and agency presentations for the FY2023-2024 Biennial Budget cycle. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion and information-gathering session.

• Public outreach findings for potential Mobility SPLOST referenda
• Departmental and agency presentations for FY2023-2024 Biennial Budget

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners held a work session with presentations on public outreach for a potential Mobility SPLOST referendum, recommended amendments to the Cobb County Code, and the FY2023-2024 budget cycle. No official action was taken by the Board during this session.

• No official action taken by the Board
• Presented public outreach findings for potential Mobility SPLOST referenda
• Presented recommended amendments to Cobb County Code (multiple chapters)
• Announced Juvenile Court budget presentation at next work session

BOC Regular Meeting

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a COVID-19 update from public health, public hearings on a road closure and several large expenditures, and a consent agenda covering grants, contracts, and administrative items. The board will also vote on regular agenda items including consultant agreements for trail and road projects, and ratify emergency actions related to COVID-19.

• Public hearing on closure of portion of Leland Drive
• Public hearing on $100,000+ capital projects at McCollum Field airport
• Public hearing on $100,000+ for South Cobb Water Reclamation Facility Headworks Improvements
• Contract with D & H Construction for Laceola Woods Water Main Replacement
• Ratify purchase of at-home COVID-19 screening kits over $100,000

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners approved temporary revised meeting rules for virtual participation during the COVID-19 emergency, and adopted a consent agenda including multiple contracts, grants, and resolutions. The board also approved a public hearing for the closure of a portion of Leland Drive, and ratified emergency purchases for COVID-19 screening kits and extended paid administrative leave.

• Adopted temporary revised meeting rules for virtual participation (5-0)
• Approved closure and abandonment of portion of Leland Drive (4-1)
• Approved consent agenda with contracts, grants, and resolutions (5-0, with exceptions 4-1)
• Ratified emergency purchase of At-Home COVID-19 screening kits ($816,480) (4-1)
• Ratified extension of Emergency Paid Administrative Leave Policy through Feb 28, 2022 (4-1)
• Adopted Fund Balance Policy Statement (5-0)
• Approved reappointment of Peggy Holbrook to Public Library Board (5-0)
• Approved settlement of workers' compensation claim for Omar Patterson (part of consent agenda)