Cobb County public meetings in 2023

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to decide on various zoning changes, temporary land use permits, and other business cases. The agenda includes a consent agenda with several recommended approvals for commercial and residential projects.

• Z-47(2023): Rezoning for landscaping and tree service at 1306, 1330 Gresham Road
• Z-62(2023): Rezoning for a convenience store with fuel sales at 2952 Cobb Parkway
• Z-65(2023): Rezoning for a mixed-use apartment and hotel development at 745, 755, 765 Cobb Place Boulevard
• Z-56(2023): Rezoning for a single-family subdivision at 5052 Hiram Lithia Springs Road
• LUP-27, 28, 31(2023): Temporary land use permit renewals for a personal care home, hair salon, and outdoor photography

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting to hear petitions for zoning variances. The agenda includes three continued cases and 15 new business cases across four districts.

• V-101-2023: 4741 Norman Drive
• V-110-2023: 3754 Whithorn Way
• V-117-2023: 5100 Pindos Pass
• V-120-2023: 7030 Grinder Drive
• V-131-2023: 3120 New Paces Ferry Road

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing a proposed project list for the November 2024 MSPLOST ballot referendum. Other items include public hearings for water facility upgrades, park improvements, and various business investment grants.

• Proposed MSPLOST mobility project list and ballot referendum for November 2024
• Public hearing for South Cobb Water Reclamation Facility Expansion and Upgrade services
• Construction contract with Smith Pipeline, Inc. for Lindsey Drive Water Main Replacement
• Outdoor pump track construction at Pitner Road Park via in-kind donation up to $308,967.00
• Business Investment Grants for Hardcore Storage Solutions LLC, Refreshment Xpress Vending LLC, Empire Ink LLC, and The Party Cart LLC

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Planning Commission is considering several rezoning requests for residential, commercial, and industrial uses. The body will also review renewals for temporary land use permits and adopt the 2024 zoning hearing schedule.

• Rezoning for a mixed-use apartment and hotel development at 745, 755, 765 Cobb Place Boulevard
• Rezoning for a convenience store with fuel sales at 2952 Cobb Parkway
• Rezoning for a single-family subdivision at 5052 Hiram Lithia Springs Road
• Rezoning for heavy automotive repair at 2739 Delk Road
• Temporary land use permit renewals for a personal care home, hair salon, and outdoor photography business

1:30 Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will receive a presentation regarding the establishment of a stormwater utility fee. The proposed fee would be based on impervious surface area and include amendments to the Cobb County Code.

• Presentation on stormwater utility fee based on impervious surface area
• Proposed amendments to the Cobb County Code

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will consider establishing a council to manage opioid abatement funds. The meeting includes decisions on several road improvement projects and the creation of new positions for the Cobb Co-Responder program.

• Establishment of the Cobb County Opioid Abatement Advisory Council
• Termination of Employee Parking Deck Fees effective January 12, 2024
• Contract with Axis Infrastructure, LLC for Kemp Family Park at 4331 Burnt Hickory Road
• Creation of 11 positions for the Cobb Co-Responder program
• Budget contingency request for the 2025 Major League Baseball All-Star Game

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to decide on several rezoning applications, special land use permits, and site plan amendments. The agenda includes a mix of regular cases, consent items, and cases previously held or continued.

• Z-42/SLUP-7: Rezoning and permit for a climate controlled self-service storage facility on Blair Bridge Road
• Z-44: Rezoning for a personal care home for senior living at 200 Village Parkway
• OB-54-2023: Request for an oversized electronic sign face replacement at Asberry Drive and Cobb Parkway
• OB-51-2023: Public frontage reduction from 75-feet to zero-feet at 4430 Due West Road
• OB-53-2023: Lot size reduction to 13,310 square-feet and front setback variance at 1980 Daniel Street

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting to hear variance petitions for several properties. The agenda includes two continued cases and nine new business cases.

• V-101-2023: 4741 Norman Drive
• V-110-2023: 3754 Whithorn Way
• V-112-2023: 3995 Woodland Brook Drive
• V-114-2023: 5584 Mableton Parkway
• V-121-2023: 2021 East Piedmont Road

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will conduct a public hearing regarding a consultant contract exceeding $100,000 for an Economic Development Strategic Plan. The body is also reviewing various infrastructure contracts, grant acceptances, and public safety equipment purchases.

• Public hearing for Economic Development Strategic Plan consultant services (fees likely to exceed $100,000)
• Approval of 2024 Countywide Unit Price Contracts with 18 bidders for construction and maintenance
• Purchase of 100 additional cameras from Axon Enterprise, Inc.
• Revenue Bonds for Liberty Classical Schools Foundation, Inc. for the Northwest Classical Academy Project
• Establishment of 'No Parking' zones on Sunset Boulevard, Lakeside Drive, and Freeman Place

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Cobb County Planning Commission is holding a zoning hearing to decide on several land use changes. The agenda includes consent items for rezoning properties for personal care homes, restaurants, and single-family homes. It also includes continued cases for major commercial entities like QuikTrip and Toll Southeast LP, which were held for this date. One case was withdrawn without prejudice, and others were continued to a future meeting.

• Z-30-2023: QuikTrip Corporation (Held from previous meetings)
• Z-32-2023: Toll Southeast LP Company, Inc (Held from previous meetings)
• Z-49-2023: DG East Cobb Guthries, LLC requesting rezoning from PSC to NRC for a restaurant at 4774 Lower Roswell Road
• Z-44-2023: Gina Sullivan requesting rezoning from CF and R-40 to NRC for a personal care home at 200 Village Parkway
• Z-50-2023: CIVF VII - GA1M01 & GA1M02, LLC withdrawn without prejudice

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board approved several water system service contracts and a grant for the Juvenile Court's CASA Program. A public hearing for supplemental internal audit services was held, but no official action was taken.

• Approved $148,214.74 grant from Georgia Court Appointed Special Advocates, Inc. for CASA Program
• Approved unit price contract with Bermex, Inc. for FY24-FY26 Water Meter Reading Services
• Approved Supplemental Agreement No. 3 with UWS, Inc. to extend Water Meter Changeout Services through FY24
• Approved Supplemental Agreement No. 3 with Jacobs Project Management Company for Construction Management Services not to exceed $7,853,025.90
• Authorized two easements for Akers Mill Area Outfall Sewer Replacement
• Approved $10,525.35 in additional funding for W. E. Contracting Co. for 3190 Brandy Station
• Approved addition of workers' compensation claim settlement for Brittney Robinson to consent agenda (4-0)

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Planning Commission recommended approval for two rezoning requests and one dance studio permit renewal. The commission recommended denial for two temporary land use permits regarding vehicle limits and recommended a different zoning district for a proposed active adult subdivision.

• Recommended approval of Z-33 rezoning to CRC for commercial and retail (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-34 rezoning to NRC for automotive and cabinet showroom (5-0)
• Recommended approval of LUP-20 renewal for a dance studio (5-0)
• Recommended denial of LUP-18 for vehicle limit exception (5-0)
• Recommended Z-29 be changed to R-20OSC for active adult subdivision (5-0)
• Tabled Z-30 convenience store rezoning until October 3, 2023 (5-0)
• Recommended denial of LUP-19 for vehicle limit exception (5-0)
• Continued LUP-21 vehicle and adult limit request until October 3, 2023 (5-0)

Special Called Meeting

The Board of Commissioners met for a stakeholder discussion regarding Dobbins Air Reserve Base. No official action was taken by the Board.

1:30 Work Session

The Board of Commissioners held a work session to review a presentation on the development of a project list for a 2024 Mobility Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (MSPLOST) referendum. The presentation covered transit goals, revenue forecasts, and high-capacity transit scenarios. No official action was taken by the Board.

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners approved several construction contracts and emergency work ratifications for the water system. They also authorized a new state-paid victim advocate position for the District Attorney's Office.

• Approved creation of State Paid Victim Advocate Position (Pay Grade 107)
• Ratified $203,381.07 emergency work payment to Chatfield Contracting, Inc.
• Approved $994,635.00 sewer replacement contract with K. M. Davis Contracting Co., Inc.
• Ratified payment up to $448,592.00 to Wade Coots Company, Inc. for sewer interceptor replacement
• Approved $3,488,000.00 contract with IHC Construction Companies, LLC for Noonday Creek facility improvements
• Approved Change Order No. 5 for Reeves Young, LLC (up to $774,454.00) and Supplemental Agreement No. 3 for Arcadis U.S., Inc. (up to $69,525.43)
• Approved Supplemental Agreement No. 2 with Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc. up to $413,200.00

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Board approved several rezoning requests for retail, residential, and commercial uses, as well as temporary land use permits. One request for a beauty salon rezoning was deleted from the agenda, and a request for a case continuance was denied.

• Approved Z-67 rezoning to NRC for a retail coffee shop (31 Johnson Ferry Road)
• Deleted Z-23 rezoning request for a beauty salon (750 Chastain Corner Road)
• Approved Z-26 rezoning to R-15 for single-family residences (3640 Cochran Lake Road)
• Approved Z-27 rezoning to NRC for retail (Mableton Parkway)
• Approved LUP-16 temporary land use permit for 12 months (2327 Sebring Court)
• Approved LUP-17 temporary land use permit for 24 months (230 Rocky Top Court)
• Approved O.B. 34 site plan amendment for Poag Shopping Centers, LLC (3625 Dallas Highway)
• Approved O.B. 35 lot size reduction to 10,846 square feet (6645 Starling Drive)

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Board approved 10 variance requests regarding setbacks, impervious surfaces, and fence heights. Three cases were withdrawn and one was continued to a future hearing. The Board also approved minutes from three previous July and August meetings.

• Approved V-78 setback and gravel drive variance (5-0)
• Approved V-79 impervious surface increase to 40% (5-0)
• Approved V-80 fence height and setback variance (5-0)
• Approved V-83 accessory structure setback and gravel drive variance (5-0)
• Approved V-84 pergola setback variance (5-0)
• Approved V-86 front setback reduction to 24 feet (5-0)
• Approved V-87 impervious coverage and patio setback variance (5-0)
• Approved V-89 gravel drive and accessory structure setback variances (5-0)

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board approved several supplemental agreements to extend water system maintenance contracts through FY24. It also approved a final change order for the Brookhaven Water Main Replacement resulting in a project savings of $202,351.45. No official action was taken following public hearings regarding consultant services.

• Approved extension of FY22-FY23 Miscellaneous Plumbing Services through FY24
• Approved final Change Order No. 1 for Brookhaven Water Main Replacement ($202,351.45 savings)
• Approved extension of FY21-FY22 Fire Hydrant Maintenance and Repair through FY24
• Approved extension of FY22-FY23 Easement Maintenance Services through FY24
• Approved extension of FY23 Manhole and Valve Box Adjustments through FY24
• Approved extension of FY23 Water, Sewer, and Miscellaneous Services through FY24
• Approved final Change Order No. 1 for Violet F. Stout Park Barn Exterior Renovations ($27,011.00 credit)
• Approved property access agreement with Cobb EMC for Jim R. Miller Park

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Planning Commission is reviewing several zoning cases, including requests for a retail coffee shop and single-family residences. The body is also considering a temporary land use permit renewal for occupancy and parking limits at a residential property.

• Z-67(2022): Rezoning request for a retail coffee shop at 31 Johnson Ferry Road
• Z-26(2023): Rezoning from R-20 to R-15 for single-family residences at 3640 Cochran Lake Road
• LUP-17: Temporary Land Use Permit renewal for 230 Rocky Top Court to allow up to seven adults and five cars
• Z-25-2023: Regular case for Taner Hamzawi
• Z-27-2023: Regular case for Impact Worship Center

The Planning Commission voted on multiple rezoning requests and temporary land use permits. Several projects were recommended for approval with specific conditions, while others were recommended for denial.

• Recommended approval of Z-67 for retail coffee shop (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-26 for single-family residences (4-0)
• Recommended approval of LUP-17 for adult/vehicle limit renewal (4-0)
• Recommended denial of 22Z-60 mixed-use development (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-23 for beauty salon (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-24 for convenience store (4-0)
• Recommended denial of LUP-11 for firewood storage (4-0)
• Recommended denial of Z-25 for townhomes (4-0)

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will vote to adopt the FY 2024 Budget and set 2023 millage rates. The meeting includes a third public hearing on a proposed 2023 property tax increase and a vote on new water system rates effective October 1, 2023.

• Adoption of the FY 2024 Budget
• Third public hearing on the 2023 proposed property tax increase
• Approval of Cobb County Water System's Schedule of Rates, Charges, and Fees
• Authorization of technology purchase over $100,000 from SHI International Corp. for Cityworks software
• De-annexation of 3.75 acres at 5550 Story Road from the City of Powder Springs

The Board approved the FY 2024 Budget and set the 2023 millage rates for several county funds. The Board also established the 2023 countywide school tax for maintenance and operations. Several grant applications and infrastructure work orders were approved via the consent agenda.

• Adopted FY 2024 Budget (3-2)
• Set 2023 millage rates for General Fund (8.460), Fire Fund (2.990), Bond Fund (0.000), CSSD II (2.450), and SFSSD (3.500) (3-2)
• Adopted 2023 countywide school tax for maintenance and operations at 18.700 mills (5-0)
• Approved $55,039 work order for 5893 Brookside Drive stormwater management
• Ratified $115,816.77 emergency payment to Wade Coots Company, Inc. for 1000 Circle 75 Parkway bypass pumping
• Approved final change order for White Boulevard Sidewalk resulting in $30,036.66 savings
• Approved Parking Rental Agreement with Cobb County School District for Lassiter High School parking at Carl Harrison Park (5-0)
• Authorized settlement of workers' compensation claim for IT. Law (5-0)

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing several rezoning requests and temporary land use permits. The meeting includes a consent agenda for specific residential and facility requests and a regular agenda for other zoning cases.

• Z-13: Rezoning from R-30 to R-20 for a single-family subdivision on Antioch Road
• Z-20: Rezoning from R-20 to R-15 for single-family residences at 3581 Ridge Road
• LUP-13: Temporary Land Use Permit renewal for two houses on one lot at 264 Lee Road
• LUP-15: Temporary Land Use Permit renewal for a daycare/preschool at 2330 Burnt Hickory Road
• OB-30-2023: Proposed reduction of minimum road frontage for Triple J Homes, LLC at 3612 Old 41 Highway

The Board of Commissioners approved four zoning and land use requests via a consent agenda and allowed one case to be withdrawn. Several other rezoning cases were withdrawn without prejudice or continued to future hearings.

• Approved Z-13 rezoning to R-20 for single-family subdivision (Consent Agenda)
• Approved Z-20 rezoning to R-15 for single-family residences (Consent Agenda)
• Approved LUP-13 temporary land use permit for two houses on one lot for 24 months (Consent Agenda)
• Approved LUP-15 temporary land use permit for daycare and preschool for 24 months (Consent Agenda)
• Approved O.B. 30 reduction of minimum road frontage for Triple J Homes, LLC
• Approved withdrawal without prejudice of Z-18 townhome subdivision request (5-0)
• Withdrawn without prejudice: Z-12 (townhomes), Z-19 (hotel), and Z-22 (office)

Special Called Meeting

The Board conducted the second public hearing regarding the proposed 2023 property tax increase. Twenty-two speakers addressed the Board. No vote was taken; adoption is scheduled to follow a third public hearing on July 25, 2023.

• Conducted second public hearing on 2023 proposed property tax increase

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting to review variance petitions for 10 different properties. These hearings determine if specific zoning rules can be waived for the requested sites.

• V-68-2023: 1630 Wildwood Road
• V-69-2023: 3020 Royal Oak Road
• V-70-2023: 3938 Cash Landing
• V-71-2023: 2653 Sandpoint Way
• V-72-2023: 3495 Rivers Call Boulevard

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved nine variance requests related to setbacks, impervious coverage, and accessory structures. One case was withdrawn without prejudice. The board also approved meeting minutes from June 14 and July 10, 2023.

• Approved V-68 setback, fence height, and impervious coverage variances (5-0, Summerour recused)
• Approved V-69 stream buffer reduction (5-0)
• Approved V-70 rear setback reduction (5-0)
• Approved V-71 accessory structure placement (5-0)
• Approved V-72 impervious coverage increase (5-0)
• Approved V-73 front setback reduction (5-0)
• Approved V-76 impervious coverage increase (5-0)
• Approved V-77 rear setback reduction (5-0)

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will conduct public hearings regarding the FY 2024 Proposed Budget and a proposed 2023 property tax increase. The body will also consider the creation of several street light districts and various transportation and infrastructure contracts.

• Public hearing on the FY 2024 Proposed Budget
• First public hearing on the 2023 proposed property tax increase
• Public hearing on the formation of the Brookcliff Street Light District
• Consultant services for South Cobb Water Reclamation Facility likely exceeding $100,000.00
• Alcoholic beverage license hearing for Rees 427, LLC at 1815 South Cobb Drive

The Board authorized the creation of the Brookcliff Street Light District and approved several grant applications and contracts. Public hearings were held regarding the FY 2024 Proposed Budget and a proposed 2023 property tax increase, both of which are pending further action.

• Authorized creation of Brookcliff Street Light District and $45,778 in budget transactions (5-0)
• Approved Project Agreement with Controlled Access, Inc. for mobile camera systems (5-0)
• Authorized application for 2023 Victims of Crime Act Grant for Cobb Family Advocacy Center (5-0)
• Approved $500,000 CJCC grant for Juvenile Court personnel and operations (5-0)
• Authorized public hearing for consultant services exceeding $100,000 for South Cobb Water Reclamation Facility (5-0)
• Approved final Change Order No. 1 for Butch Thompson Enterprises, Inc. resulting in $41,518.08 savings (5-0)
• Withdrew alcoholic beverage license hearing for Rees427, LLC d/b/a Liquor Store (5-0)
• Added review of License Review Board appeal for Rees 427, LLC to consent agenda (5-0)

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Planning Commission is considering several zoning changes and land use permits. This includes a rezoning request for single-family residences and renewals for temporary land use permits for a residential lot and a daycare facility.

• Z-20-2023: Rezoning from R-20 to R-15 for single-family residences at 3581 Ridge Road
• LUP-13-2023: Temporary Land Use Permit renewal for two houses on one lot at 264 Lee Road
• LUP-15-2023: Temporary Land Use Permit renewal for a daycare/preschool at 2330 Burnt Hickory Road
• Z-60-2022: Hearing for Branch Acquisition Company, LLC
• SLUP-6-2023: Hearing for Clarkdale Ventures, LLC

The Planning Commission recommended approval for three rezoning requests and two temporary land use permits. One rezoning request was withdrawn, and one was held until the August 1, 2023, hearing.

• Recommended approval of Z-20 rezoning to R-15 for single-family residences
• Recommended approval of LUP-13 temporary land use permit for two houses on one lot
• Recommended approval of LUP-15 temporary land use permit for daycare and preschool
• Recommended approval of Z-13 rezoning to R-20 for a single-family subdivision
• Recommended approval of Z-9 rezoning to R-20 for a church
• Approved withdrawal of Z-22 rezoning request for an office (5-0)
• Held Z-60 mixed-use development rezoning until August 1, 2023 (5-0)

1:30 Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to receive a presentation on the Proposed FY 2024 Budget.

• Presentation of the Proposed FY 2024 Budget

The Board held a work session to review the proposed FY 2024 budget presented by Chief Financial Officer William Volckmann. No official action was taken during this meeting. A public hearing is scheduled for July 11, 2023, with budget adoption set for July 25, 2023.

• No official action was taken

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on proposed zoning code amendments and a facility assessment contract exceeding $100,000. The meeting includes decisions on road resurfacing, the sale of county property in Smyrna, and the construction of a public safety firing range.

• Public hearing for proposed amendments to Chapter 134 (Zoning) of the Official Code of Cobb County
• Public hearing for facility conditions assessment consultant fees likely exceeding $100,000.00
• Sale of 3.789 +/- acres at 4600 Atlanta Road, Smyrna to Flournoy Development Group, LLC
• Design/build contract with Catamount Constructors, Inc. for a Public Safety Firing Range
• Intergovernmental Agreement with City of Smyrna for resurfacing on Dixie Avenue

The Board approved a construction contract for the Akers Mill Area Outfall Sewer Replacement and adopted amendments to the county's zoning code. Additionally, the Board accepted over $3.4M in American Rescue Plan Act funds for park projects.

• Approved $10,495,196.00 construction contract with Ruby-Collins, Inc. for Akers Mill Area Outfall Sewer Replacement
• Approved proposed amendments to Chapter 134 (Zoning) of the Official Code of Cobb County (5-0)
• Accepted $3,466,068.10 in American Rescue Plan Act funds for Fair Oaks Park and Booth Road Park
• Approved temporary Access Agreement with Beep, Inc. for Autonomous Vehicle Pilot Program on Interstate 285 Multiuse Bridge
• Authorized $83,445.00 modification to Purchase Order with Creative Bus Sales, Inc. for five CobbLinc paratransit vehicles
• Authorized application for Victims of Crime Act grant funds for Juvenile Court CASA Program
• Authorized termination of Exchange Agreement with Venture Communities, LLC (5-0)
• Recommended appointment of the Public Safety Agency Director (5-0)

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing several rezoning requests and temporary land use permits. The meeting includes a consent agenda for specific site approvals and a regular agenda for other business and zoning cases.

• Z-16-2023: Rezoning request for a bakery at 2601 Sandy Plains Road
• LUP-9-2023: Temporary land use permit renewal for a childcare center at 3022 Crest Ridge Circle
• LUP-10-2023: Temporary land use permit renewal for clothing alterations and bridal sales at 3230 Kimberly Road
• OB-25-2023: Site plan and stipulations amendment for CMC Custom Homes, LLC at 3141 Acworth Due West Road
• Z-17-2023 and SLUP-5-2023: Regular cases for Caliber Capital Kennesaw, LLC

The Board of Commissioners approved a rezoning request for a bakery and two temporary land use permit renewals. Several other zoning cases were withdrawn or continued to future hearings.

• Approved Z-16 rezoning from O&I to NRC for a bakery at 2601 Sandy Plains Road
• Approved LUP-9 temporary land use permit renewal for a childcare center at 3022 Crest Ridge Circle
• Approved LUP-10 temporary land use permit renewal for clothing alterations and bridal gown sales at 3230 Kimberly Road
• Approved withdrawal without prejudice of Z-8 car wash request at 2595 Bells Ferry Road (4-0)
• Withdrawn without prejudice: 22Z-55 (single-family subdivision), Z-14 (mixed-use), and LUP-12 (adult occupancy)

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to hear petitions for variances at nine different properties. These cases are categorized as new business for the board.

• V-59-2023: 5025 Hill Road
• V-60-2023: 3765 McKay Road
• V-61-2023: 3515 Jefferson Township Parkway
• V-62-2023: 2536 Sunny Lane
• V-67-2023: 1155 Ernest Barrett Parkway

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved nine variance requests regarding property setbacks, accessory structures, and impervious coverage. All approved requests were subject to specific conditions, including usage restrictions and department recommendations. The board also approved minutes from May 10 and June 12, 2023.

• Approved V-59 setback reductions for garage and sheds (5-0)
• Approved V-60 setback reductions and second electrical meter (5-0)
• Approved V-61 setback reductions for two-story detached garage (5-0)
• Approved V-63 side and front setback reductions (5-0)
• Approved V-64 side and rear setback reductions (5-0)
• Approved V-65 workshop location, setbacks, and second electrical meter (5-0)
• Approved V-66 side setback reduction (5-0)
• Approved V-67 increase of impervious coverage from 70% to 78.2% (5-0)

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will conduct public hearings regarding proposed zoning amendments and transportation engineering services. The body is also considering various grant appropriations for court programs and multiple infrastructure contracts for drainage and road improvements.

• Public hearing for proposed amendments to Chapter 134 (Zoning) of the Official Code of Cobb County
• Public hearing for engineering design services for 2022 SPLOST sidewalk projects costing $100,000.00 or more
• Purchase of technology from Prosys Information Systems exceeding $100,000.00 for Cisco Collaboration Flex Enterprise Agreement
• Purchase of firefighting garments from Municipal Emergency Services (MES) exceeding $100,000.00
• Acquisition of two office buildings on approximately 10 acres at 1828 West Oak Parkway and 1975 West Oak Circle

The Board approved a Certificate of Compliance for a single-family residence at 81 Sherwood Lane. Several grant applications and awards for court programs were authorized via the Consent Agenda. Public hearings were held regarding sidewalk engineering and zoning amendments, but no official action was taken on those items.

• Approved Chattahoochee Corridor Certificate of Compliance for residence at 81 Sherwood Lane (4-0)
• Authorized District Attorney to apply for Project Safe Neighborhoods Violence Reduction Microgrant ($15,000)
• Authorized grant term extension for Metro Atlanta Cold Case Sexual Assault Task Force through Sept 30, 2023
• Approved $242,537 CJCC grant for Drug Treatment Court Program
• Approved $207,764 CJCC grant for Mental Health Court Program
• Approved $222,333 CJCC grant for Veterans Accountability and Treatment Court Program
• Approved $92,084 CJCC grant for Juvenile Drug Treatment Court Program
• No action taken on 2022 SPLOST sidewalk engineering design services or Chapter 134 Zoning amendments

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Planning Commission is meeting to discuss continued and new zoning cases across four districts. The body will also consider proposed 2023 amendments to the Cobb County Comprehensive Plan and Future Land Use Map.

• Proposed 2023 Amendments to the Cobb County Comprehensive Plan and Future Land Use Map
• Zoning case Z-16-2023: 2601 Sandy Plains Road
• Zoning case Z-17-2023: 500, 510 Roberts Court
• SLUP-6-2023: 4622 Austell Powder Springs Road
• Zoning case Z-55-2022: 4701 Post Oak Tritt Road

The Planning Commission recommended approval for a bakery, a car wash split-zoning, and a residential subdivision. Two temporary land use permits for a childcare center and clothing alterations were also recommended for approval.

• Recommended approval of Z-16 for a bakery (4-0)
• Recommended approval of LUP-9 for a childcare center (4-0)
• Recommended approval of LUP-10 for clothing alterations and bridal gown sales (4-0)
• Recommended approval of 22Z-65 for a single-family subdivision (4-0)
• Recommended approval of split zoning for Z-8 car wash (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-11 for a bakery (4-0)
• Tabled Z-9 church rezoning until July 5, 2023 (4-0)
• Withdrew cases 22Z-55, Z-14, and LUP-12 without prejudice

1:30 Work Session

The Board of Commissioners is meeting for a work session to receive presentations. The session includes updates from the Atlanta Regional Commission and a report on diversity, equity, and inclusion from United Way of Greater Atlanta and Chrysalis Lab.

• Update from the Executive Director and CEO of the Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC)
• Update from United Way of Greater Atlanta and Chrysalis Lab on diversity, equity and inclusion in Cobb County

The Board of Commissioners held a work session to receive presentations from the Atlanta Regional Commission and a joint group consisting of United Way of Greater Atlanta and Chrysalis Lab. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded during the session.

• Received update from Atlanta Regional Commission regarding 25-year regional vision
• Received diversity, equity, and inclusion study presentation from United Way of Greater Atlanta and Chrysalis Lab

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will conduct a public hearing regarding the proposed Cobb County Strategic Plan. The body is also considering various infrastructure contracts for water, sewer, and transportation projects.

• Public hearing on the proposed Cobb County Strategic Plan
• Authorization for technology services with TEKsystems, Inc. exceeding $100,000.00
• Authorization for software subscription with SHI International Corp. exceeding $100,000.00
• Public hearing for consultant services for Facilities Condition Assessment exceeding $100,000.00
• Contracts for drainage repairs on Bracken Court, Stonewall Drive, Valley Reserve Court, and Owl Creek Drive

The Board of Commissioners approved several infrastructure contracts for water and transportation services. A public hearing was held regarding the proposed Cobb County Strategic Plan, but no official action was taken on the plan.

• Approved $1.86M construction contract with CaJenn Construction & Rehabilitation Services, Inc. for FY23 Stormwater Drain Rehabilitation
• Approved $184,908 agreement with Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. for Glenleigh Park Detention Pond Wall Foundation Failure Repair Design
• Approved final funding for Site Engineering, Inc. for Dunn Hill Acres Dry Sewer Activation, resulting in a $9,914.47 savings
• Approved Work Order No. G1 (up to $90,010) with Crawford, Murphy, and Tilly, Inc. for Air Traffic Control Tower Equipment Upgrades at McCollum Field
• Approved Work Order No. G2 (up to $83,866) with Crawford, Murphy, and Tilly, Inc. for Airport Boundary Survey at McCollum Field
• Approved settlement of a workers' compensation claim for James Ronald Puckett
• Adopted proclamations for Mental Health Awareness Month and Foster Care Awareness Month

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Board of Commission is meeting to consider zoning changes, special land use permits, and other business cases. The agenda includes cases continued from the Planning Commission and new business items across all four districts.

• Zoning cases for 4701 Post Oak Tritt Road, 4874/4888 Atlanta Road, and 2840 Plant Atkinson Road
• Zoning cases for Maxham Road, 31 Johnson Ferry Road, and 2595 Bells Ferry Road
• Zoning cases for 540 South Gordon Road, 1411 Veterans Memorial Highway, and Mableton Parkway
• Special Land Use Permits for 1818/1830 Austell Road and 621/633/651 Veterans Memorial Highway
• Other Business cases including 4825 Cobb Parkway and 5447 Lakeside Court

The Board of Commissioners processed several zoning requests, primarily continuing or withdrawing cases. One stipulation amendment was withdrawn, and three other cases were postponed to the June 20, 2023, hearing.

• Approved withdrawal of O.B. 18 stipulation amendment for Johnson Ferry Rd, LLC (4-0, Cupid abstained)
• Continued O.B. 13 road frontage and setback variance for Edward M. Glancy, Jr. until June 20, 2023 (5-0)
• Continued O.B. 23 site plan and stipulations for Iglesia Misionera Roca de Salvacion until June 20, 2023 (5-0)
• Continued O.B. 25 site plan and stipulations for CMC Custom Homes, LLC until June 20, 2023 (5-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold hearings to consider variance requests for several properties. The meeting includes two continued cases and seven new business cases.

• V-40-2023: 2155 Pair Road
• V-44-2023: 397 Julia Drive
• V-55-2023: 425 Ernest Barrett Parkway
• V-56-2023: 2751 Florence Road
• V-58-2023: 731 Olde Towne Lane

The Board approved seven variance requests on the Consent Agenda and one on the Regular Agenda. The board also amended a previous 2022 approval regarding parking spaces and approved minutes from April and May 2023.

• Approved Consent Agenda variances V-40, V-44, V-53, V-54, V-55, V-56, and V-58 (5-0)
• Approved V-52 basketball court rear setback variance with time and lighting restrictions (5-0)
• Approved amendment to V-80 (September 2022) regarding parking space site plan (5-0)
• Approved minutes for April 12, 2023, and May 8, 2023 (5-0)
• Case V-57 withdrawn without prejudice

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will conduct public hearings regarding the proposed Cobb County Strategic Plan and a residence at 101 Sherwood Lane. The body is also considering various infrastructure contracts and budget amendments.

• Public hearing on the proposed Cobb County Strategic Plan
• Public hearing for a single-family residence at 101 Sherwood Lane
• Authorization for technology purchase over $100,000.00 from Mythics, Inc. for the Sheriff’s Office
• Contract with C. W. Matthews Contracting Company, Inc. for Silver Comet Trail Connector and Atlanta Road Bridge
• Contract with Daikin Applied Americas, Inc. for dehumidification units at Mountain View, South Cobb, and West Cobb Aquatic Centers

The Board approved several water system contracts, including a $934,655 consulting agreement and a $537,320 water main replacement. A construction certificate for a residence at 101 Sherwood Lane was approved following a public hearing. The Board also authorized a multi-year agreement for a mobile ticketing system for CobbLinc buses.

• Approved Chattahoochee Corridor Certificate of Compliance for 101 Sherwood Lane (5-0)
• Approved $934,655 consulting agreement with Engineering Strategies, Inc. for South Cobb Water Reclamation Facility
• Approved $537,320 construction contract with D & H Construction Company for Old Concord Road Phase 1 Water Main Replacement
• Approved $82,863.50 work order with Chatfield Contracting Inc. for 3762 Water Lily Way
• Approved addition of F.S. Scarborough, LLC to Prequalified Contractors for Water and Sewer Line Construction
• Approved amendments to McCollum Field Airport Advisory Board Bylaws regarding remote attendance
• Approved MOU with Atlanta-Region Transit Link Authority for Breeze Mobile ticketing on CobbLinc fleet (2023-2026)
• Approved addition of Kell Longhorn basketball certificates to agenda (4-0)

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 4701 Post Oak Tritt Road, 4874/4888 Atlanta Road, and 2840 Plant Atkinson Road
• Zoning cases for Maxham Road, 31 Johnson Ferry Road, 2595 Bells Ferry Road, and 540 South Gordon Road
• New zoning business for 3700 Kemp Ridge Road, 1411 Veterans Memorial Highway, and Mableton Parkway
• Land Use Permits (LUP) for 25 Trail Road and 1362 Old Virginia Court
• Special Land Use Permits (SLUP) for 621/633/651 Veterans Memorial Highway and 1818/1830 Austell Road

The Cobb County Planning Commission held a zoning hearing on May 2, 2023, where most cases were continued or held for further review. The Commission recommended approval of a rezoning for an office at 3700 Kemp Ridge Road (Z-10) and a special land use permit for used auto sales at 621, 633, and 651 Veterans Memorial Highway (SLUP-3), both with conditions. Several other cases were continued to future hearings, and two temporary land use permits were approved on the consent agenda.

• Recommended approval of Z-10 (office rezoning at 3700 Kemp Ridge Road) 5-0 with conditions
• Recommended approval of SLUP-3 (used auto sales at 621-651 Veterans Memorial Highway) 5-0 with conditions
• Held Z-55 (rezoning at 4701 Post Oak Tritt Road) until June 6, 2023, 5-0
• Held Z-9 (church at 540 South Gordon Road) until June 6, 2023, 5-0
• Held SLUP-4 (auto storage yard at 1818-1830 Austell Road) until June 6, 2023, 5-0
• Continued Z-13 (rezoning at Antioch Road) until June 6, 2023, 5-0
• Approved consent agenda including LUP-7 (artist studio at 25 Trail Road) and LUP-8 (photography studio at 1362 Old Virginia Court) 5-0
• Several other cases continued by staff to June 6, 2023, without commission vote

1:30 Work Session

The Board of Commissioners held a work session featuring presentations on economic development initiatives and a county housing assessment. No official actions were taken by the Board during the meeting.

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will vote on several service agreements, including computer replacements and sheriff's office equipment. The meeting also includes reviews of county personnel policies and various infrastructure repairs.

• Purchase of Mobile Data Computers and accessories over $100,000 for the Cobb County Sheriff’s Office
• Lease with Dell Financial Services LLC to replace up to 443 computers
• Emergency drainage repairs on Chadwick Road via D & H Construction Company, Inc.
• Adoption of a personnel fee schedule for special fire services
• Approval of a strategic plan development agreement with Accenture LLP

The Board of Commissioners approved several infrastructure and technology contracts, including sewer extension designs and a computer replacement lease. The board also issued several proclamations and recognized community donations.

• Approved $643,746 agreement with Freese and Nichols, Inc. for FY23 Sewer Extension Designs
• Approved $141,800 agreement with Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. for Pearl of East Cobb Detention Pond repair design
• Approved $60,544 work order with Wade Coots Company, Inc. for 1564 East Bank Drive
• Approved quitclaim deed to 3246 Cochise Dr, LLC for an abandoned sanitary sewer easement
• Approved Fifth Amendment to Cobblestone Golf Course Management Agreement with Affiniti Golf Partners, LLC
• Approved lease with Dell Financial Services LLC not to exceed $596,477 to replace up to 443 computers
• Approved addition of Marsy's Law for Georgia presentation to the agenda (5-0)

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Board of Commission is meeting to consider zoning changes and land use permits. The agenda includes cases continued from the Planning Commission and new business items.

• Zoning cases for 4701 Post Oak Tritt Road, 4874 and 4888 Atlanta Road, and 2840 Plant Atkinson Road
• Zoning and Special Land Use Permit (SLUP) requests for Mableton Parkway
• Zoning cases for 1715 Austell Road, 141 and 143 Parker Drive, and 17 Lott Avenue
• Land Use Permit (LUP) for 1837 Austell Circle
• Other Business cases including Gordy Parkway and Shallowford Road, and 4825 Cobb Parkway

The Board approved a rezoning for a single-family residence and three other business requests via a consent agenda. Two other stipulation amendments were continued to a future hearing. Several other cases were not considered due to previous continuances.

• Approved rezoning of 17 Lott Avenue from GC to R-15 for a single-family residence (5-0)
• Approved stipulation amendment for 775 Hawkins Store Road (5-0)
• Approved road frontage reduction to 12-feet for 4253 Lower Roswell Road (5-0)
• Approved minimum lot size reductions for 1666 Concord Drive (5-0)
• Continued stipulation amendment for Johnson Ferry Rd, LLC until May 16, 2023 (5-0)
• Continued stipulation amendment for Terwilliger Pappas Multi-Family Partners, LLC until May 16, 2023 (5-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting to review two continued cases and 13 new variance requests. The board will determine if these specific properties are granted exceptions to zoning regulations.

• V-32-2023: 905 Liberty Hill Road
• V-36-2023: 118 Dogwood Drive
• V-40-2023: 2155 Pair Road
• V-47-2023: 820 Acworth Due West Road
• V-50-2023: 3870 Lower Roswell Road

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BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on engineering design services for five road projects and a procurement disparity study. The body is also deciding on various infrastructure contracts, opioid litigation settlements, and alcohol license appeals.

• Public hearing for engineering design services of $100,000 or more for South Cobb Drive, Cobb Parkway, Johnson Ferry Road, and Swift-Cantrell Park
• Public hearing for a procurement practices disparity study contract likely exceeding $100,000
• Resolution to settle opioid litigation with Teva, Allergan, Walmart, Walgreens, and CVS
• Contract with Axis Infrastructure, LLC for a bridge and boardwalk at Leone Hall Price Park
• Appeal hearings for beer, wine, and Sunday sales licenses for Benson Food Mart and El Barco Marisqueria

The Board approved a resolution to settle claims against several opioid pharmaceutical defendants and enter into a memorandum of understanding with the State of Georgia. The Board also approved various transportation, park, and facility contracts, and upheld the denial of a liquor license for Benson Food Mart.

• Approved opioid settlement with Teva, Allergan, Walmart, Walgreens and CVS (4-1)
• Upheld administrative denial of beer, wine and Sunday sales licenses for Benson Food Mart (4-1)
• Approved $462,131.50 contract with Brooks-Berry-Haynie and Associates, Inc. for traffic signal upgrades (5-0)
• Approved $489,266.00 contract with S. Edwards, LLC for roof replacement at Public Health Headquarters (5-0)
• Approved $182,912.00 contract with The Surface Masters, Inc. for West Cobb Aquatic Center parking lot resurfacing (5-0)
• Approved $215,430.97 contract with ABC Concrete Finishers, Inc. for Cobblestone Golf Course cart path replacement (5-0)
• Approved $97,750.00 contract with Axis Infrastructure, LLC for Leone Hall Price Park bridge and boardwalk (5-0)
• Approved $986,133.00 cleaning services contract with Public Facilities & Services, Inc. (5-0)

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

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

• Z-55-2022: 4701 Post Oak Tritt Road
• Z-60-2022: 4874, 4888 Atlanta Road and 2840 Plant Atkinson Road
• Z-67-2022: 31 Johnson Ferry Road
• Z-2-2023: 1715 Austell Road and 141, 143 Parker Drive
• Z-7-2023: 17 Lott Avenue

The Planning Commission recommended the denial of a rezoning request for a mixed-use retail and multifamily development. One rezoning request for a single-family residence was recommended for approval, while two other cases were held until May. The commission also approved minutes from two previous meetings.

• Recommended approval of Z-7 rezoning to R-15 for a single-family residence (3-0)
• Recommended denial of Z-2 rezoning from GC to PVC for mixed-use development (3-0)
• Held 22Z-55 rezoning request for a single-family subdivision until May 2, 2023 (3-0)
• Held Z-9 rezoning request for a church until May 2, 2023 (3-0)
• Approved March 7, 2023 Zoning Hearing minutes (3-0)
• Approved March 27, 2023 Special Called Meeting minutes (3-0)

Special Called Meeting

The body is meeting to discuss HB 489 concerning city and county elected officials. The agenda includes presentations on land use, current services, and a Service Delivery Strategy Report.

• Overview of HB 489
• Land use discussions
• Overview of current services
• Service Delivery Strategy Report by Eaves Consulting Group, LLC

The Board of Commissioners met to receive information and discuss the Service Delivery Strategy (SDS) update required by HB 489. Staff and consultants provided overviews of land use, current services, and tax equity analysis. No official action was taken by the Board.

• No official action was taken

1:30 Work Session

The Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to receive a presentation from Accenture LLP. The discussion focuses on the Strategic Plan.

• Presentation from Accenture LLP regarding the Strategic Plan

The Board of Commissioners held a work session to receive a presentation from Accenture LLP regarding the Strategic Plan. No substantive decisions were made during the meeting.

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners is conducting public hearings for two detention pond repair projects. The body is also voting on various grant applications, infrastructure contracts, and the adoption of a new county lease policy.

• Public hearings for repair designs at Pearl of East Cobb and Glenleigh Park detention ponds (contracts >$100,000)
• Adoption of a Cobb County Lease Policy for county-owned and third-party properties
• Purchase of 30 cardiac monitors/defibrillators using ARPA funding
• Contract with Excellere Construction, LLC for Callaway Road Sidewalk
• Lease agreement for the Marietta/Cobb Museum of Art at 30 Atlanta Street

The Board approved several infrastructure projects, including a $2.2M sidewalk contract and various utility relocations. The Board also authorized the purchase of 30 cardiac monitors and adopted a new county-wide lease policy.

• Approved $2,276,600 contract with Excellere Construction, LLC for Callaway Road Sidewalk (4-0)
• Approved purchase of 30 Cardiac Monitors/defibrillators using ARPA funds (5-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 3 with Deloitte Consulting LLP for ARPA administration (3-2)
• Adopted Cobb County Lease Policy for county-owned and third-party properties
• Approved lease agreement with Marietta/Cobb Museum of Art, Inc. for 30 Atlanta Street
• Approved $106,435 and $238,134 utility relocation agreements with Georgia Power Company (4-0 each)
• Approved $79,072.50 work order with Chatfield Contracting, Inc. for 3906 Sharpel Lane
• Affirmed liquor, beer, wine, and Sunday sales license for MMD Empires, LLLP (Esco Marietta Restaurant and Tapas)

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Board of Commission is meeting to review zoning cases, land use permits, and other business cases. The agenda includes several properties in Districts 1, 2, 3, and 4.

• Zoning cases for 4701 Post Oak Tritt Road, 4874/4888 Atlanta Road, and 31 Johnson Ferry Road
• Zoning cases for Mableton Parkway, 900 Bates Road, and 1810 Mulkey Road
• Land Use Permits for 1487 Milford Church Road and 1837 Austell Circle
• Special Land Use Permits for Mableton Parkway and 4290 Freeman Road
• Other Business cases for 2011 Bullard Road, 4825 Cobb Parkway, and 478 Windy Hill Road

The Board approved rezoning for retail and industrial uses and granted several temporary land use permits and site plan amendments. Three rezoning requests for subdivisions and storage facilities were denied, and several other cases were continued or withdrawn.

• Approved Z-3 rezoning to NRC for retail at 674 South Gordon Road (5-0)
• Denied Z-61 rezoning for single-family subdivision at 900 Bates Road (4-0)
• Denied Z-4 rezoning and SLUP-2 for self-storage at 4290 Freeman Road (5-0)
• Approved Z-6 rezoning to TS for storage and parking at 1806 Atlanta Road (5-0)
• Approved 22LUP-23 temporary permit for landscape business at 1487 Milford Church Road (5-0)
• Approved O.B. 12 site plans for 478 Windy Hill Road (5-0)
• Approved O.B. 10 stipulation amendment for Edenton HOA (4-1)
• Approved O.B. 48 road frontage reduction for Alva Glass (5-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to review new business variance cases for properties across various districts. The board will determine if the requested exceptions to zoning rules are granted.

• Variance request for 4121 Christacy Way
• Variance request for 3308 Woodrun Trail
• Variance request for 2870 Acworth Due West Road
• Variance request for 905 Liberty Hill Road
• Variance request for 3051 Covington Road

The Board approved six variance requests via a consent agenda, including setbacks and impervious coverage adjustments. Three cases were withdrawn or continued, and the board approved minutes from February and March 2023.

• Approved V-29 retaining wall height variance (5-0)
• Approved V-30 impervious coverage and setback variances (5-0)
• Approved V-31 accessory structure setbacks and gravel drive (5-0)
• Approved V-33 impervious coverage variance (5-0)
• Approved V-37 gazebo rear setback variance (5-0)
• Approved V-38 deck and shed setback variances with 60-day inspection limit (5-0)
• Continued V-32 setback variance to April 12, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved minutes for Feb 15 and March 13, 2023 (4-0, 1 abstention)

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will discuss transit center site selection studies and various infrastructure repairs. The meeting includes public hearings for legislative consulting and liquor license appeals.

• Consultant agreements with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. for Marietta and South Cobb Transit Center site selection studies
• Design/Build contract with John W. Spratlin and Son LLC for the replacement of Fire Station 2
• Proposed internal auditing services contract not to exceed $150,000.00
• Appeal hearings for liquor licenses at 1172 Milford Church Rd, SW and 2200 Powder Springs Road
• Contract with Integrated Construction and Nobility, Inc. for a community center in Old Clarkdale Park

The Board approved several major infrastructure contracts, including the rebuild of Gritters Library and the construction of a community center at Old Clarkdale Park. They also authorized transit site selection studies and upheld a liquor license for Giant Wine & Spirits. Multiple stormwater and sewer repair work orders were approved via the consent agenda.

• Approved $9,147,500 Supplemental Agreement for Gritters Library and NE Cobb Community Center rebuild (5-0)
• Approved $851,987.31 contract for Old Clarkdale Park Community Center (5-0)
• Approved $426,164 for Marietta Transit Center Site Selection Study (5-0)
• Approved $395,956 for South Cobb Transit Center Site Selection Study (5-0)
• Upheld liquor, beer, wine and Sunday sales licenses for Giant Wine & Spirits (4-1)
• Approved $2,747,760 for new Water Billing Software from Itineris NA, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $940,970 initial phase contract for Fire Station 2 replacement (5-0)
• Approved $300,000 donation from North Georgia State Fair for Jim R. Miller Park (5-0)

SWMA Annual Meeting

The Solid Waste Management Authority is meeting to approve previous minutes and receive a departmental update. The presentation will cover the operation of privatized facilities and the status of environmental, litter, and recycling programs in Cobb County.

• Approval of March 8, 2022 meeting minutes
• Update on privatized facilities and environmental programs from the Sustainability, Waste and Beautification Department

The Authority approved the 2021 meeting minutes and elected its board officers for 2022. The board also received annual operational updates from the Sustainability, Waste, and Beautification Department, though no official action was taken on those reports.

• Approved minutes of March 9, 2021 (5-0)
• Elected Lisa Cupid as Chairwoman (5-0)
• Elected Monique Sheffield as Vice Chair (5-0)
• Appointed Chief Finance Officer as Secretary/Treasurer (5-0)
• Appointed Clerk to the Commission as Clerk to the Authority (5-0)

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

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

• Z-55-2022: 4701 Post Oak Tritt Road
• Z-60-2022: 4874, 4888 Atlanta Road and 2840 Plant Atkinson Road
• Z-67-2022: 31 Johnson Ferry Road
• Z-2-2023: 1715 Austell Road and 141, 143 Parker Drive
• LUP-6-2023: 1837 Austell Circle

The Planning Commission recommended approval for a temporary landscape business permit and a retail rezoning request. The Commission recommended denial of a self-storage facility and a residential parking permit. Several other zoning cases were withdrawn or continued.

• Recommended approval of LUP-23 for landscape business (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-3 rezoning for retail (5-0)
• Recommended denial of Z-4 rezoning for self-storage (5-0)
• Recommended denial of SLUP-2 for self-storage (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-6 rezoning for light industrial (5-0)
• Recommended denial without prejudice of LUP-6 parking permit (5-0)
• Approved February 7, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved February 27, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board will consider authorizing the creation and funding of the Cobb Family Advocacy Center. The meeting also includes several decisions regarding transportation contracts, drainage repairs, and utility improvements.

• Authorization of funding for the new Cobb Family Advocacy Center
• Public hearing authorization for Glenleigh Park Dam Foundation Failure Repair Design (fees likely exceeding $100,000.00)
• Purchase of networking equipment and deployment services exceeding $100,000.00 for wireless network replacement
• Approval of drainage system repairs on Owl Creek Drive with Excellere Construction, LLC
• Approval of annexation notice for 2.20 acres at 1650 North Cobb Parkway into the City of Kennesaw

The Board authorized the creation and funding of the Cobb Family Advocacy Center and approved several transportation planning contracts for a 2024 mobility tax referendum. Other actions included approving a police camera contract and an annexation of land into the City of Kennesaw.

• Authorized creation and funding of Cobb Family Advocacy Center (4-1)
• Approved three planning contracts for 2024 Mobility SPLOST referendum (3-2 each)
• Approved $1.3M contract with Utility Associates, Inc. for police cameras
• Approved $1.54M wireless network equipment purchase from Prosys Information Systems, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved annexation of 2.20 acres at 1650 North Cobb Parkway into City of Kennesaw
• Approved $383,049 engineering design for Pete Shaw Road Sidewalk (5-0)
• Approved $198,104.75 for emergency drainage repairs on Fairgreen Drive (5-0)
• Appointed Jason Shepherd to Development Authority of Cobb County (5-0)

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Board approved several rezoning requests for residential and commercial developments, including a grocery store and a car wash. The Board denied rezoning for a single-family subdivision and a self-storage facility. Six amendments to the Comprehensive Plan and Future Land Use Map were also approved.

• Approved rezoning for Lidl grocery store to CRC district (5-0)
• Approved rezoning for car wash to NRC district (5-0)
• Approved rezoning for Brock Built Homes to R-20/OSC (5-0)
• Denied rezoning for David Pearson Communities single-family subdivision (5-0)
• Denied rezoning and special land use permit for ADP-Terrell Mill self-storage (4-1)
• Denied special land use permit for Hillels of Georgia student center (5-0)
• Approved 6 amendments to the Comprehensive Plan and Future Land Use Map (5-0)
• Approved site plan amendment for Chick-fil-A second drive-thru lane (5-0)

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board approved multiple appropriations of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds for infrastructure, community health, economic development, and public safety. The Board also approved several road resurfacing contracts and a resolution opposing legislation to increase truck size or weight on public roads.

• Approved $19,346,000 ARPA funds for county infrastructure (5-0)
• Approved $23,894,591 ARPA funds for community health projects (4-1)
• Approved $21,513,980.02 ARPA funds for economic development (5-0)
• Approved $10,037,829 ARPA funds for public safety projects (5-0)
• Approved $23,299,000 ARPA funds for support services (4-1)
• Approved resolution opposing legislation to increase authorized truck size or weight on GA roads (5-0)
• Approved $8,177,510.69 contract with Axon Enterprises, Inc. for police camera systems (5-0)
• Approved $11.6M, $11.9M, and $12.4M resurfacing contracts with Bartow Paving and Blount Construction (5-0)

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Planning Commission recommended approval for multiple rezoning requests, including a grocery store and a car wash, and several temporary land use permits. The commission recommended denial for a Jewish Faith Student Center and a vehicle parking permit. Several other cases were withdrawn or continued to future hearings.

• Recommended approval of rezoning for Lidl grocery store (4-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning for car wash at 4400 Shallowford Road (4-0)
• Recommended approval of 24-month temporary permits for a community garden, personal care home, and flower farm (4-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning for single-family subdivision at 880 Friendship Church Road (4-0)
• Recommended denial of Special Land Use Permit for Jewish Faith Student Center (4-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning for shopping center at Mableton Parkway (4-0)
• Recommended approval of five Zoning Decisions and one Commissioner Proposal for Comprehensive Plan amendments (4-0 and 3-1)
• Re-elected Stephen Vault as Chairman and Michael Hughes as Vice Chair (4-0)

Special Called Meeting

The Board of Commissioners held a multi-day retreat from February 1 to February 3, 2023, focused on strategic planning and staff updates. The minutes record that no official action was taken by the Board during these sessions.

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will decide on various infrastructure projects, including water main replacements and road improvements. The body is also considering safety equipment purchases for police vehicles and the installation of license plate readers in county parks.

• Purchase of police Mobile Data Computers and equipment exceeding $100,000.00
• Contract with Flock Safety for 16 Automatic License Plate Reader systems in six county parks
• Resolution to levy an ad valorem tax to repay Cobb County School District Short-Term Construction Notes, Series 2023
• Lease with Dell Financial Services LLC to replace up to 491 computers
• Water main replacements for Mabry Road and Valley Brook

The Board of Commissioners approved several RAISE grant applications for transportation planning and a $4.16M grant request for CNG buses. Other key actions included ratifying emergency repairs at the Adult Detention Center and approving the installation of license plate readers in six parks.

• Approved $4.16M grant request for six CNG buses (5-0)
• Authorized RAISE grant applications for Cumberland Core Loop, East-West Connector, and Cobb Parkway projects (5-0)
• Ratified $1.5M emergency electrical and drainage repairs at Adult Detention Center (5-0)
• Approved $277,600 contract for 16 license plate readers in six parks (5-0)
• Approved $102.35M ad valorem tax levy to repay School District Short-Term Construction Notes (5-0)
• Approved $642,069 contract for Mars Hill Road bridge repair (5-0)
• Approved $216,258 for emergency drainage repairs on Eagles Crest Drive (5-0)
• Approved minutes from Dec 13, Jan 9, and Jan 10 meetings (3-2)

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting to review new and continued variance requests for various properties. The board will determine if these properties qualify for exceptions to zoning regulations.

• V-120: 3307 Winthrop Circle (Continued)
• V-131: 2082 Pinevale Drive (Continued)
• V-134: 822 Fox Hollow Parkway (Continued)
• V-1 through V-15: New variance requests for 15 different properties
• Public inspection of property descriptions available at 1150 Powder Springs Street

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will discuss various transportation and water system contracts, including drainage repairs and transit center site studies. The body is also considering a $1 million grant application for the new Gritters Library and several board reappointments.

• Application for a $1,000,000.00 Capital Outlay Grant for the new Gritters Library
• Public hearing for consultant services exceeding $100,000.00 for FY23 Sewer Extension Designs
• Authorization for replacement vehicles and capital items exceeding $100,000.00
• Annexation of 0.47 acres located at 3575 Old Thompson Road
• Purchase of 11 replacement apparatus from Ten-8 for fire and emergency response

The Board approved several high-value infrastructure contracts, including sewer replacements and road designs. It also authorized a $1M grant application for the new Gritters Library and approved various liquor licenses and annexations.

• Approved $11,955,338.00 for 11 replacement fire and emergency response apparatus
• Approved $9,663,048.00 contract with Reynolds Construction of Georgia, LLC for Galleria Area Outfall Sewer Replacement
• Approved $1,000,000.00 Capital Outlay Grant application for new Gritters Library construction
• Approved Chattahoochee Corridor Certificate of Compliance for 90 Sherwood Lane (3-0)
• Approved $828,780.61 agreement with Pond & Company for Bells Ferry Road engineering
• Approved $737,053.89 contract with Blount Construction Company Inc. for County Recycling Center rehabilitation
• Affirmed liquor licenses for Maple Street Biscuit Company and Westfield Tavern
• Approved annexation of 0.47 acres at 3575 Old Thompson Road into the City of Austell