Coweta County public meetings in 2021

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Coweta County Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on seven variance petitions, each seeking relief from zoning requirements such as setbacks, buffers, and building materials. The board will also consider approving minutes from a prior meeting and schedule its next meeting for January 27, 2022.

• VAR 21-010009: Forestar seeks R-O-W reduction from 50-ft to 36-ft for a 187-lot two-family residential development
• VAR 21-010023/24: GeoTom requests buffer reduction and elimination of 100-ft setback for storage/asphalt paving off Herring Road
• VAR 21-010008: Fischer Automotive seeks elimination of street planting along two segments of SR 34
• VAR 21-010021: Jeff Lindsey requests front setback reduction from 50-ft to 40-ft and rear from 40-ft to 34-ft
• VAR 21-010025: Yokogawa requests dimensional and distance-between-structures variances

The Coweta County Board of Zoning Appeals held a public hearing and voted unanimously to recommend approval of all seven variance requests, forwarding them to the Board of Commissioners for final decisions. The requests included height and setback variances for an industrial water tank, buffer and setback reductions for a self-storage facility, and various other property-specific variances. All recommendations were made with specific conditions attached.

• Approved minutes of November 18, 2021 (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Yokogawa height (40-ft) and distance (3-ft) variances (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of ForCAST Real Estate setback (10-ft) and buffer (65-ft) variances (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Cott front setback, buffer, and building material variances (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of GeoTom buffer reduction and paving elimination variances (4-0, Harper recused)
• Recommended approval of Forestar right-of-way reduction from 50-ft to 36-ft (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Jeff Lindsey front and rear setback reductions (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Fischer Automotive street planting elimination/reduction (unanimous)

Newnan-Coweta County Airport Authority

The Newnan-Coweta County Airport Authority is meeting to consider approving lease agreements for properties at 45, 47, and 49 Aviation Way, including a sublease for 45 Aviation Way. They will also set meeting dates for 2022 and early 2023, and receive updates from the airport manager and engineer. The agenda includes approval of the November 18, 2021 minutes and public comment periods.

• Lease agreements for 45, 47, and 49 Aviation Way
• Sublease agreement for 45 Aviation Way
• Set meeting dates for 2022 and beginning of 2023
• Approval of November 18, 2021 minutes
• Updates from Airport Manager and Airport Engineer

The Newnan-Coweta County Airport Authority approved new ground and sublease agreements for 45, 47, and 49 Aviation Way, tied to Brent Scarbrough & Company moving its corporate headquarters to the airport. The board also set its 2022 meeting schedule and received updates from the airport manager and engineer. No public comments were made, and the board entered executive session to discuss a real estate issue.

• Executed mutual lease terminations for 47 and 49 Ansley Drive and new ground/sublease agreements for 45, 47, 49 Aviation Way (3-0, Laws Robinson abstained)
• Approved 2022 and early 2023 meeting dates and times (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from November 18, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Entered executive session for real estate discussion (unanimous)
• Adopted return to regular session (unanimous)
• Executed affidavit and resolution for executive session (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Coweta County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and regular session, including a public hearing on a new beer and wine license and a rezoning request. They will also consider several action items, including a market adjustment for county employees, a lease purchase for five fire engines, and a construction manager at risk for the Administration Annex project.

• Public hearing on new package beer and wine license for Coweta Country Junction at 1502 Hwy 29 North, Newnan
• Public hearing on rezoning petition REZ 21-010002 along Poplar Road, Newnan
• Request to approve market adjustment for Coweta County employees
• Request to approve lease purchase of five Sutphen fire engines
• Request to approve construction manager at risk for Administration Annex project

The Board denied a request to rezone 1.85 acres along Poplar Road from Rural Conservation to Commercial Minor Shopping (4-1), and also denied related buffer and stormwater variances. They approved a 3% market adjustment for all county employees effective January 10, 2022, and approved a $524,537 contract with J & R Construction as Construction Manager at Risk for the Administration Annex project. The Board also approved the lease-purchase of five Sutphen fire engines and granted a new package beer and wine license to Coweta Country Junction.

• Denied rezoning of Poplar Road property to C-6 (4-1)
• Denied buffer and stormwater variances for Poplar Road (unanimous)
• Approved 3% market adjustment for all employees (unanimous)
• Approved $524,537 CMR contract with J & R Construction (unanimous)
• Approved lease-purchase of five Sutphen pumpers (unanimous)
• Granted beer and wine license to Coweta Country Junction (unanimous)
• Approved appointments to boards/authorities (unanimous)
• Approved extension of tornado tipping fee waiver (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Coweta County Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on several items, including new beer and wine licenses, a zoning amendment, and two rezoning petitions. They will also consider recommendations from the Board of Zoning Appeals on variances, accept roadways, and set future public hearings. The agenda includes multiple contracts and agreements, such as a solid waste hauling agreement and an incentives agreement with Semperit Industrial Products.

• Public hearings for new beer and wine licenses at HJ Wings & Things West Newnan (485 Hwy 16 West) and Mac's Market (870 East Hwy 16)
• Rezoning petitions: REZ 21-010010 (3193 W Hwy 16) and 024-21 (off Greentop Road)
• Variance requests from Pulte Home Co, McBev One, Yamaha Motor Manufacturing, and NYCO America
• Agreement with Republic Services for solid waste hauling and disposal
• Incentives and reimbursement agreement with Semperit Industrial Products, Inc.

The Board of Commissioners denied a request by Pulte Home Company and Green Top Road, LLC to rezone 163.71 acres off Greentop Road from Rural Conservation to Residential-Planned Development for 366 homes. The denial was based on findings that the development would worsen traffic at the existing roundabout, harm adjacent properties, and not preserve neighborhood integrity. The board also approved a separate rezoning for a mixed-use development at 3193 Highway 16 West, requiring the construction of turn lanes.

• Denied rezoning (Petition # 024-21) for 366 homes off Greentop Road, citing traffic and neighborhood impact (4-1).
• Approved rezoning (Petition # REZ 21-010001) at 3193 Hwy 16 West for a restaurant, motorcycle shop, and auto repair shop, with conditions including turn lanes (unanimous).
• Denied a new package beer and wine license for Mac's Market at 870 E Hwy 16; owner may reapply June 2, 2022 (unanimous).
• Granted a new consumption beer and wine license to HJ Wings & Things West Newnan at 485 Hwy 16 West (unanimous).
• Approved a 12-month solid waste hauling agreement with Republic Services at $43.00/ton (unanimous).
• Granted building height variances for Yamaha's proposed expansion at 1000 E Hwy 34, allowing heights up to 75 feet (unanimous).
• Approved appointments of Mike Marchese and Charlene Barrow to the Board of Tax Assessors for 2022-2025 terms (unanimous).
• Approved a resolution supporting reform to Georgia's annexation dispute resolution law (unanimous).

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Coweta County Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on November 18, 2021, to consider five petitions. These include a distance reduction for NYCO America, a height variance for Yamaha Motor Mfg Co, two right-of-way reduction variances for Pulte Home Co and McBev One LLC, and buffer and stormwater facility reductions for Jaidi Poplar Road. The board will also approve minutes from the October 21, 2021 meeting.

• ZA 044-21 NYCO America: distance reduction under Art 4 Sec 47
• VAR 21-010020 Yamaha Motor Mfg Co: height variance under Art 23
• VAR 21-010012 & 013 Pulte Home Co, LLC & Green Top Road, LLC: R-O-W reduction from 50-ft to 36-ft and parking reduction for amenity center
• VAR 21-010018 McBev One, LLC: R-O-W reduction from 50-ft to 36-ft for The Gardens-Phase 2 at Arbor Springs
• VAR 21-010016 & 017 Jaidi Poplar Road: buffer reduction from 75-ft to 55-ft and stormwater facility placement reduction of 30-ft

The Board of Zoning Appeals unanimously recommended approval of NYCO America's request to reduce the distance between tanks from 6 feet to 4 feet at 87 Amlajack Way, subject to conditions including compliance with building and fire codes. It also recommended approval of a height variance for Yamaha's expansion, a right-of-way and parking reduction for Pulte's residential development, and a right-of-way reduction for The Gardens at Arbor Springs. The Board denied a stormwater facility distance reduction for a proposed commercial center on Poplar Road.

• Approved minutes from the October 21, 2021 public hearing.
• Recommended approval of ZA 044-21 (NYCO America) to reduce tank distance to 4 feet, with conditions.
• Recommended approval of VAR 21-010020 (Yamaha) for building height up to 75 feet, with conditions.
• Recommended approval of VAR 21-010012 & 013 (Pulte) for right-of-way and parking reductions, with modified conditions.
• Recommended approval of VAR 21-010018 (McBev One) for right-of-way reduction, with conditions.
• Recommended approval of VAR 21-010016 (Jaidi Poplar Road) for buffer reduction, with modified conditions.
• Denied VAR 21-010017 (Jaidi Poplar Road) for stormwater facility distance reduction.
• Adjourned the meeting.

Newnan-Coweta County Airport Authority

The Newnan-Coweta County Airport Authority is holding its regular meeting to approve minutes, receive updates from the airport manager and engineer, and discuss a letter of intent requesting to construct a hangar on the east side of the airport. Public comments are also scheduled.

• Discussion of letter of intent to construct a hangar on the east side of the airport
• Approval of minutes from October 28, 2021
• Update from Airport Manager Calvin Walker
• Update from Airport Engineer Phil Eberly

The Newnan-Coweta County Airport Authority approved a letter of intent from TEMCO, LLC to construct a hangar on 1.81 acres on the east side of the airport, with terms including an 8-month deadline to begin construction and rent due 12 months after the building permit is issued. The Authority also approved the October 28, 2021 minutes and a supplemental agenda item. Airport Manager Calvin Walker reported that the south ramp project is complete and that the airport is seeing increased fuel sales, indicating a rebound in travel.

Board of Commissioners

The Coweta County Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings and vote on several items, including a rezoning request by Kolter Group for the Cresswind at Spring Haven development, new beer and wine licenses, and multiple contracts and agreements. The board will also consider appointments, a code amendment, and various administrative actions.

• Public hearing on rezoning petition #022-21 by Kolter Group for property between Newnan Crossing Bypass, East Newnan Road, and S Hwy 29
• Public hearing on new package beer and wine license for Stop N Go at 53 Poplar Road, Newnan
• Request to approve real estate and sales agreements with Coweta County School System and City of Senoia
• Request to approve architectural services agreement for Senoia Community Center
• Request to approve intergovernmental agreement with Town of Sharpsburg for park expansion

The Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the rezoning of 359 acres near Newnan Crossing Bypass for the Cresswind at Spring Haven 55+ active adult community, allowing up to 750 homes with conditions including a $200,000 traffic signal contribution. The board also granted multiple variances for the development, including reduced lot sizes and setbacks, and continued a public hearing on a manufactured home replacement ordinance to December 2, 2021.

• Approved rezoning of 359 acres to RRCC for Cresswind at Spring Haven (unanimous)
• Granted minimum lot size variance (8,500 to 5,000 sq ft) (unanimous)
• Granted front yard setback variance along US 29 (unanimous)
• Granted side yard setback variance (10 to 5 ft) (unanimous)
• Granted rear yard setback variance (40 to 10 ft) (unanimous)
• Granted lot width variance (60 to 40 ft) (unanimous)
• Granted buffer variance allowing 50-ft buffer or 6-ft fence (unanimous)
• Continued public hearing on manufactured home replacement amendment to Dec 2, 2021 (unanimous)

Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly Authority

The Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly Authority of Coweta County is holding a called meeting to consider two new business items related to Wesley Woods: approval of a supplemental pricing resolution and approval of a bond purchase agreement. The agenda also includes approval of the minutes from the October 5, 2021 meeting. No other substantive items are listed.

• Approval of minutes from October 5, 2021 meeting
• Request approval/execution of supplemental pricing resolution for Wesley Woods
• Request approval/execution of bond purchase agreement associated with Wesley Woods

Board of Trustees for the Group Pension Plan

The Coweta County Board of Trustees for the Group Pension Plan is meeting to approve minutes, confirm an amendment to an investment advisory agreement with Sterling Capital, and receive a quarterly investment report from OneDigital. The agenda is routine and contains no major policy decisions.

• Confirm execution of amendment to Investment Advisory Agreement with Sterling Capital
• Presentation from OneDigital of Quarterly Investment Report
• Approval of minutes from August 11, 2021 meeting

The Board of Trustees for the Coweta County Group Pension Plan unanimously confirmed an amendment to the Investment Advisory Agreement with Sterling Capital, reducing fees for fixed income investment management services. They also approved minutes from the August 11, 2021 meeting and scheduled a called work session for January 13, 2022 and the next regular meeting for February 9, 2022. A presentation from OneDigital covered the quarterly investment report, noting asset allocations within policy ranges and a portfolio return of 8.35% since inception.

• Approved minutes of August 11, 2021 (unanimous)
• Confirmed Sterling Capital fee reduction amendment (unanimous)
• Scheduled called work session for January 13, 2022 (unanimous)
• Scheduled next regular meeting for February 9, 2022 (unanimous)

Board of Trustees for the Salary Deferral Plan and Employee Matching Plan

The Board of Trustees for the Salary Deferral Plan and Employee Matching Plan is meeting to approve minutes from August 11, 2021, and to receive quarterly reports from OneDigital (investment) and Ascensus (management). No votes on plan changes or new business are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from August 11, 2021
• Quarterly Investment Report from OneDigital
• Quarterly Management Report from Ascensus

The Board of Trustees for the Salary Deferral Plan and Employee Matching Plan met and approved the minutes from the August 11, 2021 meeting. They received a quarterly investment report from OneDigital and a management report from Ascensus, with no fund changes suggested. The next meeting was scheduled for February 9, 2022.

• Approved minutes of August 11, 2021 (unanimous)
• Scheduled next meeting for February 9, 2022 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Public Facilities Authority

The Public Facilities Authority of Coweta County is meeting to approve the September 1, 2021 minutes, receive an update on project activity, and discuss/adopt a meeting schedule for the authority. No other new business is listed.

• Approval of minutes from September 1, 2021
• Update regarding project activity
• Discussion/adoption of a meeting schedule for the authority

The Public Facilities Authority approved its 2022 meeting schedule (May 4 and November 2) and received updates on the Jail Expansion and Administration Annex projects. The jail expansion is estimated at $24 million, with $8 million in eligible ARPA funds potentially offsetting costs; the annex project is estimated at $12 million. No funding decisions were made; the projects will be presented to the Authority later this year.

• Approved minutes of September 1, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 meeting schedule: May 4 and November 2 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several zoning variance requests and schedule future public hearings for rezoning and alcohol licensing. The meeting includes decisions on emergency repairs and transit plan updates.

• Variances for Fischer Crossings (parking, materials, buffer), 1457 Dolly Nixon Road (guest house), and 1394 Macedonia Road (setbacks)
• Bid awards for emergency pipe replacement on Welcome Road, a fleet maintenance storage shed, and Justice Center tornado repairs
• Proposed public hearings for rezoning at 3193 W Hwy 16, Greentop Road, Fischer Road, and Poplar Road
• Resolution to adopt the Coweta County Transit Title VI Plan 2021 Update
• Resolution to allow the Tax Commissioner to waive penalties and interest for properties impacted by the March 25, 2021 disaster

The Board of Commissioners denied two of three variances requested by CSH Fischer Crossings for a 162-unit senior living development at Fischer Road and SR 34: a parking ratio reduction (from 2.25 to 1.31 spaces per unit) and an exterior building materials reduction (from 75/25 to 50/50). The board granted a buffer reduction along the southwestern property line (from 50 to 10 feet) with conditions. The board also approved several contracts, including a $1.43 million tornado repair contract for the Justice Center, and instructed staff to enforce building permit citations and prepare an ordinance amendment for repeat violators.

• Denied parking ratio variance for Fischer Crossings (unanimous)
• Denied exterior building materials variance for Fischer Crossings (unanimous)
• Granted buffer variance for Fischer Crossings with conditions (unanimous)
• Granted guest house size variance at 1457 Dolly Nixon Road (unanimous)
• Granted front and side yard setback variances at 1394 Macedonia Road (unanimous)
• Approved $1,433,000 tornado repair contract for Justice Center (unanimous)
• Approved $50,303 emergency pipe replacement on Welcome Road (unanimous)
• Instructed staff to enforce building permit citations and prepare ordinance amendment (unanimous)

Newnan-Coweta County Airport Authority

The Newnan-Coweta County Airport Authority is meeting to consider a long-term capital improvement plan and funding requests. The body will also discuss hangar construction and the removal of non-airworthy aircraft.

• Approval of FY 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Plan and funding assistance submission
• Task Order with Lead Edge Design for WarDaddy Aviation, LLP hangar construction
• Removal of non-airworthy aircraft from the airport

The Newnan-Coweta County Airport Authority unanimously adopted the FY 2023-2027 Airport Capital Improvement Plan (ACIP) and approved submitting applications for federal/state funding. They also approved a task order with Lead Edge Design for constructing two 14,000 sq ft hangars for WarDaddy Aviation, and authorized eviction of two tenants with non-airworthy aircraft and delinquent accounts. All votes were unanimous with Janice Laws absent.

• Adopted FY 2023-2027 Airport Capital Improvement Plan (unanimous)
• Approved submission of ACIP for federal/state funding assistance (unanimous)
• Approved task order with Lead Edge Design for two 14,000 sq ft hangars for WarDaddy Aviation (unanimous)
• Authorized eviction of two tenants with non-airworthy aircraft N333FR and N988OV (unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Coweta County Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing to consider several variance requests. The board will review petitions from individual property owners and corporate entities regarding specific tax parcels.

• VAR 21-010001, VAR 21-010002, VAR 21-010003: CSH Fischer Crossings ACT, LLC
• VAR 21-010004: Barbara French
• VAR 21-010004: Carisa LeClair
• ZA 045-21: 12 variances for Kolter Group Acquisitions, LLC dba Cresswind at Spring Haven

The Coweta County Board of Zoning Appeals held a public hearing and voted on multiple variance requests. For the Cresswind at Spring Haven development, the board recommended approval of most variances (including lot size, setbacks, and tree preservation) but denied the front yard setback reduction, building design standards variance, and QDCD exemption for the amenity center. The board also recommended approval of variances for a senior living community at Fischer Crossings and for two smaller property requests. All recommendations will go to the Board of Commissioners for final decisions.

• Recommended approval of parking variance for Fischer Crossings senior community (4-0)
• Recommended approval of exterior building materials variance for Fischer Crossings (4-0)
• Recommended approval of buffer reduction for Fischer Crossings (4-0)
• Recommended approval of guest house size increase for Barbara French (4-0)
• Recommended approval of setback reductions for Carisa LeClair's pool house (4-0)
• Recommended approval of 12 variances for Cresswind at Spring Haven, with some denied (various votes)
• Denied front yard setback reduction for Cresswind (3-0)
• Denied building design standards variance for Cresswind (2-1)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a rezoning request for property at 3174 Hwy 16 E. The body is also reviewing transportation plans, annexation requests, and several technology and infrastructure agreements.

• Public hearing for Petition # 019-21 to rezone 3174 Hwy 16 E, Sharpsburg
• Resolution to adopt the Coweta County Joint Comprehensive Transportation Plan (CTP) Update
• Annexation request for property off White Oak Trail into the City of Chattahoochee Hills
• Agreement with Nulink/WOW for fiber optic connectivity between Sheriff’s Office, County Admin Annex, and E911 Call Center
• Right-of-Way acquisition resolution for the Madras Connector, Phase 1 Project

The Board voted 4-1 to file an intent to object to the proposed annexation of 5.04 acres at White Oak Trail into the City of Chattahoochee Hills, despite staff not recommending an objection. The Board also approved a rezoning of 3 acres at 3174 Hwy 16 E from RC to C-6 with conditions, and adopted the updated Joint Comprehensive Transportation Plan. Several contracts and resolutions were executed, and two public hearings were set for November 16, 2021.

• Filed intent to object to annexation of 5.04 acres at White Oak Trail (4-1)
• Approved rezoning of 3174 Hwy 16 E from RC to C-6 with 10 conditions (unanimous)
• Adopted Coweta County Joint Comprehensive Transportation Plan update (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for Nov 16 on Kolter Group rezoning request (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for Nov 16 on mobile dwelling amendment (unanimous)
• Executed data storage agreement with Elevos for $1,950/year (unanimous)
• Executed EMS clinical education MOA with Columbus Fire (unanimous)
• Executed fiber optic connectivity agreement with Nulink/WOW (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on two rezoning requests and review several variance and conditional use permits. The meeting includes discussions on transit grants, solid waste agreements, and the appointment of selection committees for county facility renovations.

• Public hearing for rezoning 4957 SR 34 East (ForCAST Real Estate Development) and East Hwy. 34 (Lou Sobh Automotive)
• Conditional use permit requests for 699 Andrew Bailey Road and 53 Country Club Road
• Agreement with Republic Services for solid waste
• Request to demolish an unsafe structure at 74 East Cole Street
• Temporary closure of Holbrook Road for bridge replacement

The Coweta County Board of Commissioners approved two rezoning requests: one for a 4.12-acre property at 4957 SR 34 East in Sharpsburg, changing from RC (Rural Conservation) with a church CUP to C-7 (Commercial Major Shopping District) with a church CUP, allowing expansion of Fischer Marketplace; and another for a 4.83-acre tract on Hwy. 34 in Newnan, changing from C-3 to C-8 (Heavy Commercial District) for a new Lou Sobh Kia dealership. The board also granted related variances, approved several contracts and agreements, and made appointments. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved rezoning at 4957 SR 34 East, Sharpsburg to C-7 with church CUP (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning on Hwy. 34, Newnan to C-8 for Lou Sobh Kia dealership (unanimous)
• Granted building materials variances for Lou Sobh dealership (unanimous)
• Granted CUP for temporary RV at 699 Andrew Bailey Road, Sharpsburg (unanimous)
• Granted CUP for modular unit at 53 Country Club Road, Newnan (unanimous)
• Granted side yard and parking variances at 1100 Bullsboro Drive, Newnan (unanimous)
• Executed solid waste agreement with Republic Services at $43/ton (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 group health insurance with no changes (unanimous)

Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly Authority

The Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly Authority of Coweta County is meeting to discuss new business and approve previous minutes. The primary item for consideration is a resolution regarding the issuance of revenue bonds for Wesley Woods.

• Approval of September 2, 2021 minutes
• Resolution authorizing issuance of revenue bonds for Wesley Woods

The Authority unanimously approved a parameters bond resolution authorizing up to $17.5 million in revenue bonds with a maximum interest rate of 5.25% for refinancing Wesley Woods' existing debt. Final pricing and documents will be presented for approval on November 10, 2021. The Authority also approved the September 2, 2021 minutes, set the next meeting for November 10, and accepted a resolution in memoriam of former Chairman Bobby Welch.

• Approved parameters bond resolution for Wesley Woods refinancing, up to $17.5M at max 5.25% interest (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of September 2, 2021 called meeting (unanimous)
• Scheduled next called meeting for November 10, 2021 at 5:00 p.m. (unanimous)
• Accepted resolution in memoriam of former Authority Chairman Bobby Welch (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to present and discuss the use of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) of 2021 funds.

• Discussion regarding the use of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) of 2021 funds

The Coweta County Board of Commissioners held a work session to discuss the use of $28.8 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. No formal decisions were made; the session was for presentation and public input. The board heard from staff and community members about potential projects, including broadband, water/sewer, and workforce development.

• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Coweta County Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing to consider variance and conditional use permit requests. The board will also review minutes from the August 26, 2021 meeting.

• ZA 036-21: Lou Sobh Automotive Group (2) Variances
• ZA 037-21: James & Marsha Arnold Conditional Use Permit Request
• ZA 038-21: Christ Church Newnan PCA Conditional Use Permit Request
• ZA 039-21: RPT Realty (2) Variances

The Coweta County Board of Zoning Appeals unanimously recommended approval of all four petitions heard: variances for a Lou Sobh Automotive dealership, a temporary RV residence for the Arnolds, a modular unit for Christ Church Newnan, and side yard/parking variances for RPT Realty. Final decisions will be made by the Board of Commissioners on October 5, 2021.

• Recommended approval of building material variances for Lou Sobh Automotive (4-0)
• Recommended approval of conditional use permit for temporary RV residence for James & Marsha Arnold (4-0)
• Recommended approval of conditional use permit for temporary modular unit for Christ Church Newnan (4-0)
• Recommended approval of side yard and parking variances for RPT Realty (4-0)
• Approved minutes from August 26, 2021 meeting (4-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will decide on the proposed FY 2022 Budget and consider adopting the Comprehensive Plan 2021-2041. The meeting includes public hearings for rezoning requests and a new alcohol license, as well as several zoning variance petitions.

• Decision regarding the proposed FY 2022 Budget
• Resolution to adopt the Comprehensive Plan 2021-2041
• Public hearing for a new package beer and wine license at 550 Smokey Road, Newnan
• Rezoning petitions for 4957 SR 34 East and property between SR 34E and Garden Walk
• Supplemental agreements for the Chattahoochee Hill Country Regional Greenway Trail and Shaw and Pete Road Roundabout

The Board of Commissioners unanimously adopted the FY2022 countywide budget of $131.8 million and the Coweta County Comprehensive Plan 2021-2041. They also approved renewing liability and property insurance for FY2022 at a cost of $1.2 million, and granted several rezoning and variance requests, including a senior living community near Newnan.

• Adopted the FY2022 budget of $131.8 million countywide.
• Adopted the Coweta County Comprehensive Plan 2021-2041.
• Approved renewal of liability and property insurance for FY2022 at $1.2 million.
• Rezoned 11.71 acres near SR 34 and Garden Walk to allow a 138-unit senior living community.
• Granted a conditional use permit and height variance for the senior living community.
• Granted a variance to eliminate a landscape island at 8867 Hwy 54, Sharpsburg, with conditions.
• Approved a $200,000 expansion of the COVID-19 vaccine incentive program.
• Set public hearings for October 19, 2021 on two rezoning petitions.

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding the FY 2022 budget, a sign ordinance amendment, and a rezoning request. The body is also considering several contracts for airport funding, intersection lighting, and architectural services.

• Public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2022 Budget
• Rezoning request for 869 Poplar Road, Newnan (Petition # 014-21)
• Proposed amendment to Chapter 58.Signs of the Coweta County Code of Ordinances
• Contract for ARPA Supplemental Funding for the Newnan-Coweta County Airport
• Incentives and Reimbursement Agreements with NYCO America, LLC and Aviation BondCo, LLC

The Board approved a rezoning for a proposed 4-story, 86-room hotel at 869 Poplar Road, Newnan, subject to 18 conditions, and granted related height and buffer variances. It also approved COVID-19 vaccine incentive programs for county employees (up to $400) and citizens (up to $200,000 in gift cards), and closed public hearings on the FY2022 budget and a sign ordinance amendment. The FY2022 budget itself will be considered on September 21, 2021.

• Approved rezoning of 869 Poplar Road to C-4 for a hotel (unanimous)
• Granted height and story variances for the hotel (unanimous)
• Granted buffer variance for the hotel property (unanimous)
• Approved COVID-19 vaccine incentives for employees (unanimous)
• Approved COVID-19 vaccine incentives for citizens (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing on FY2022 budget (unanimous)
• Executed sign ordinance amendment for industrial parks (unanimous)
• Approved $460,000 architectural services contract for Administration Annex (unanimous)

Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly Authority

The Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly Authority of Coweta County is meeting to elect officers and approve minutes. The body will discuss the release of property and a letter of engagement for underwriter services.

• Election of Officers
• Agreement to Release Property
• Letter of Engagement for Underwriter Services
• Update regarding Wesley Woods

The Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly Authority of Coweta County held a called meeting on September 2, 2021, and elected Billy Arnall as Chairman, Glenn Flake as Vice-Chairman, and Shannon Zerangue as Secretary. The Authority approved the minutes from the February 18, 2016 meeting as amended, executed an agreement to release 0.6 acres for the Madras Parkway roundabout, and executed a non-binding engagement letter with Herbert J. Sims & Company for underwriting services related to bond refinancing. They also received an update on Wesley Woods' refinancing plans and set a next meeting for October 5, 2021.

• Elected Billy Arnall as Chairman (6-0, Arnall abstained)
• Elected Glenn Flake as Vice-Chairman (6-0, Flake abstained)
• Elected Shannon Zerangue as Secretary (unanimous)
• Appointed Jerry Ann Conner as legal counsel (unanimous)
• Amended and approved minutes from Feb 18, 2016 meeting (unanimous)
• Executed Agreement to Release Property and Quit Claim Deed for 0.6 acres for Madras Parkway roundabout (unanimous)
• Executed non-binding engagement letter with Herbert J. Sims & Company for underwriting services (unanimous)
• Set next meeting for October 5, 2021 at 2:30 PM (unanimous)

Public Facilities Authority

The Public Facilities Authority of Coweta County is meeting to consider the adoption of its bylaws and a conflicts of interest policy. The body will also review a letter of engagement for underwriter services.

• Adoption of the Bylaws for the Public Facilities Authority of Coweta County
• Resolution to Adopt a Conflicts of Interest Policy
• Letter of Engagement for Underwriter Services

The Public Facilities Authority unanimously approved its bylaws, adopted a conflicts of interest policy, and executed a non-binding engagement letter with Stifel for underwriter services related to future revenue bonds. The board also discussed a sample case study on bond issuance and heard an update on the Coweta County Jail expansion project, which may be financed through revenue bonds.

• Approved minutes from August 4, 2021 (unanimous)
• Adopted bylaws for the Public Facilities Authority (unanimous)
• Adopted a Conflicts of Interest Policy (unanimous)
• Executed non-binding engagement letter with Stifel for underwriter services (unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing to consider several variance requests and conditional use permits. These petitions involve property adjustments for residential and commercial sites across Newnan and Sharpsburg.

• ZA 030-21 Higginbotham: Conditional Use Permit for temporary RV on McKoy Farms Lane
• ZA 031-21 Ragan: 100-ft buffer reduction variance at Bypass/Pine Rd
• ZA 032-21 Autosmith (Nextcar): Variance for 8867 Hwy 54
• ZA 033-21 NYCO America: Three variances for height, distance between structures, and front yard setback at 87 Amlajack Way
• ZA 034-21 and ZA 035-21 JHP Family Investments, LLLP: Height variance and Conditional Use Permit at SR 34 E/Garden Walk

The Coweta County Board of Zoning Appeals held a public hearing and voted unanimously to recommend approval of all six petitions before it. These included a temporary RV permit, a buffer reduction variance, a landscape island variance, three variances for NYCO America's plant expansion, and a height variance and conditional use permit for a proposed senior living community. All recommendations are subject to conditions and will go to the Board of Commissioners for final decisions.

• Approved minutes from July 22, 2021 public hearing (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of temporary RV permit for Higginbotham property (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of 100-ft buffer reduction variance for Ragan property (3-0, Harper recused)
• Recommended approval of landscape island variance for Autosmith/Nextcar (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of three variances for NYCO America expansion (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of 55-ft height variance for Newnan Senior Living (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of conditional use permit for assisted living/memory care (unanimous)

Newnan-Coweta County Airport Authority

The Newnan-Coweta County Airport Authority is meeting to review land acquisition services and hangar agreements. The body will also consider a request to modify an existing hangar and a proposal for an Aviation Career Day.

• Task Order #10 with Lead Edge Design for land acquisition services
• Hangar Lease Agreement with the Coweta County Sheriff's Office
• Request from Hale Aircraft Real Estate, LLP to modify existing hangar
• Proposal to host an Aviation Career Day

The Newnan-Coweta County Airport Authority approved a task order with Lead Edge Design for land acquisition services to remove obstructions and control the primary surface for Runway 15-33, addressing issues from a GDOT inspection. They also approved a hangar lease with the Coweta County Sheriff's Office, a hangar modification for Hale Aircraft Real Estate, and hosting an aviation career day in Spring 2022. All votes were unanimous.

• Executed Task Order #10 with Lead Edge Design for land acquisition services (unanimous)
• Executed hangar lease with Coweta County Sheriff's Office for 1,800 sq ft in Hangar 300A (unanimous)
• Approved Hale Aircraft Real Estate hangar modification, subject to standards and approvals (unanimous)
• Approved hosting aviation career day in Spring 2022 (unanimous)

Newnan-Coweta County Airport Authority

The Newnan-Coweta County Airport Authority is meeting to discuss new business. The primary item on the agenda is the approval and execution of documents for the issuance of Airport Revenue Bonds.

• Approval/execution of documents for Airport Revenue Bonds

The Newnan-Coweta County Airport Authority unanimously approved a resolution to execute documents for issuing airport revenue bonds, totaling $6,530,000 ($6,355,000 taxable and $175,000 tax-exempt). The bonds, sold earlier that day by Stifel, will finance airport improvements and refinance an existing tax-exempt bank loan, with an interest rate of 2.5% and annual payments of $400,000-$425,000 from 2023 to 2042. The action was approved by a 3-0 vote, with two members absent.

• Approved execution of bond documents for $6.53M revenue bond issuance (3-0)
• Approved $6,355,000 taxable bond series for airport improvements (3-0)
• Approved $175,000 tax-exempt bond series to refinance prior bank loan (3-0)
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement with Coweta County for debt service guarantee (3-0)
• Approved Bond Purchase Agreement with Stifel for bond sale (3-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings to set 2021 millage rates and discuss the Comprehensive Plan 2041. The body is also considering a rezoning request for 869 Poplar Road and various county contracts.

• Public hearing to set 2021 Millage Rates
• Rezoning petition #014-21 for 869 Poplar Road, Newnan
• Proposed amendment to Chapter 6 (Alcoholic Beverages) of the County Code of Ordinances
• Issuance of revenue bonds for the Newnan-Coweta County Airport
• Adoption of a revised pay scale

The Board of Commissioners unanimously set the 2021 millage rates, including 6.1618 mills for incorporated M&O and 5.7560 mills for unincorporated M&O, and adopted a revised pay scale effective October 4, 2021. They also executed an amendment to the alcohol ordinance contingent on the November 2 referendum, approved several contracts and purchases, and continued or deferred rezoning requests for 869 Poplar Road.

• Set 2021 millage rates: incorporated M&O 6.1618 mills, unincorporated M&O 5.7560 mills, Fire District 3.13 mills, Fire Bond 0.30 mills, School 17.14 mills (unanimous)
• Adopted revised pay scale effective October 4, 2021 (unanimous)
• Executed amendment to Chapter 6 (Alcoholic Beverages) contingent on Nov 2 referendum (unanimous)
• Continued rezoning hearing for 869 Poplar Road to Sept 9 (unanimous)
• Deferred variance decision for 869 Poplar Road to Sept 9 (unanimous)
• Executed software services agreement with OpenGov, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of material handler for Transfer Station at $248,345 (unanimous)
• Executed revenue bond documents for Newnan-Coweta County Airport (unanimous)

Board of Trustees for the Salary Deferral Plan and Employee Matching Plan

The Board of Trustees for the Salary Deferral Plan and Employee Matching Plan will meet to approve previous minutes. The session includes financial presentations regarding plan performance and management.

• Approval of May 12, 2021 minutes
• Quarterly Investment Report presentation from OneDigital
• Quarterly Management Report presentation from Ascensus

The Board of Trustees for the Salary Deferral Plan and Employee Matching Plan approved the minutes from the May 12, 2021 meeting (4-0, with one abstention). They received presentations from OneDigital on the quarterly investment report and from Ascensus on the quarterly management report, with no fund changes suggested. The next meeting was scheduled for November 9, 2021 at 9:00 a.m.

• Approved minutes of May 12, 2021 meeting (4-0, Green abstained)
• Scheduled next meeting for November 9, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. (unanimous)

Board of Trustees for the Group Pension Plan

The Board of Trustees for the Group Pension Plan will meet to approve previous minutes and receive an investment update. OneDigital will provide a presentation on the Quarterly Investment Report.

• Approval of May 12, 2021 minutes
• Quarterly Investment Report presentation from OneDigital

The Coweta County Group Pension Plan Board of Trustees approved a motion to allow Investment Advisor Zach Walley of OneDigital to rebalance the portfolio by selling equities and transferring proceeds to fixed income if needed before the next quarterly meeting. The board also approved the May 12, 2021 minutes and scheduled the next meeting for November 9, 2021. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of May 12, 2021 (4-0, Smith abstained)
• Approved motion to authorize OneDigital to rebalance pension fund accounts (unanimous)
• Scheduled next meeting for November 9, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will conduct a public hearing regarding the Coweta County Comprehensive Plan 2041. The body is also considering several contracts for jail expansion, bridge replacements, and road signage.

• Second Public Hearing Regarding the Coweta County Comprehensive Plan 2041
• Bid awards for Engineering Design and Architectural Services for the CCSO Jail Expansion Project
• Supplemental Agreement #1 with Scott Bridge Company for bridges at Minnie Sewell Road and Holbrook Road
• Bid award for the 2021 Striping and Signage Project on various county roads
• Right-of-Way acquisitions for the Madras Connector, Phase 1 Project

The Coweta County Board of Commissioners approved several major items, including contracts for the jail expansion project, a salary supplement for employees, and a long-term recovery director agreement. They also granted two zoning variances, continued the Comprehensive Plan 2041 hearing, and deferred a water authority agreement. All votes were unanimous with Commissioner Al Smith absent.

• Approved $1,158,541 architectural services contract for jail expansion (unanimous)
• Approved $25,800 engineering design services for jail expansion (unanimous)
• Approved one-week salary supplement for eligible employees (unanimous)
• Granted barn setback variance at Blalock Lakes Drive (unanimous)
• Granted distance between structures variance at StoneCrop Common (unanimous)
• Continued Comprehensive Plan 2041 hearing to Aug 24 (unanimous)
• Deferred water authority agreement to Aug 24 (unanimous)
• Approved condemnation for Madras Connector Phase 1 (unanimous)

Public Facilities Authority

The Public Facilities Authority of Coweta County is meeting to establish its foundational operations. The body will discuss its roles and responsibilities and vote on administrative appointments and schedules.

• Adoption of the Bylaws for the Public Facilities Authority of Coweta County
• Election of Officers for the Public Facilities Authority of Coweta County
• Appointment of Clerks for the Public Facilities Authority of Coweta County
• Discussion and adoption of a meeting schedule

The Coweta County Public Facilities Authority held its inaugural meeting, electing Ted Meeker as Chairman, Cynthia Bennett as Vice-Chairman, and Don Phillips as Treasurer. The Authority also appointed Shannon Zerangue as Secretary and Fran Collins as Assistant Secretary, and set meeting dates for September 1 and November 3, 2021. Adoption of the Bylaws was continued to the next meeting, and the Authority discussed its role in financing public projects, including potential jail expansion and airport terminal projects.

• Elected Ted Meeker as Chairman for 2021 (unanimous)
• Elected Cynthia Bennett as Vice-Chairman for 2021 (unanimous)
• Elected Don Phillips as Treasurer for 2021 (unanimous)
• Appointed Shannon Zerangue as Secretary and Fran Collins as Assistant Secretary (unanimous)
• Continued decision on Bylaws adoption to next meeting (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 meeting schedule: Sept 1 and Nov 3 at 11:00 AM (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is conducting public hearings on property rezoning and the abandonment of Oak Lane. The body is also reviewing annexation requests and discussing the 2021 millage rate.

• Public hearing on rezoning 1018 Sullivan Road and Lots 12-17 in Oak Hill Professional Park
• Public hearing on the proposed abandonment of Oak Lane
• Proposed Land Development Guidance System (LDGS) Phase 2 residential project
• Request to set a public hearing for the proposed 2021 Millage Rate
• Grant application for the Newnan-Coweta County Airport via the American Rescue Plan Act

The Board adopted the Residential Planned Development Project (R-PDP) as a zoning district overlay for parcels adjacent to incorporated municipalities, with a minimum 5-acre district size and maximum 4 units per acre, passing 3-2. The Board also approved two rezoning requests: Preston at Oak Hill (RC to C-6) and Kolter Group (O-I to RRCC), both unanimously with conditions. Additionally, the Board approved a $2.15 million real estate sales contract with American Multi-Cinema, Inc. for property at 87 Newnan Station Drive.

• Adopted R-PDP overlay zoning for parcels adjacent to municipalities (3-2)
• Approved rezoning of 1018 Sullivan Road from RC to C-6 (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of Oak Hill Professional Park lots 12-17 from O-I to RRCC (unanimous)
• Granted 10 variances for Kolter Group's RRCC development (various votes)
• Executed $2,150,000 real estate sales contract with American Multi-Cinema, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved intermittent traffic control on Boone Road for filming (unanimous)
• Instructed staff to review ordinances for mobile/manufactured home conversion (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for 2021 millage rate on August 24 (unanimous)

Newnan-Coweta County Airport Authority

The Newnan-Coweta County Airport Authority is meeting to review and potentially approve two lease agreements. The body will also consider the approval of minutes from the May 27, 2021 meeting.

• Memorandum of Lease with Hale Aircraft Real Estate, LLP
• Hangar Lease Agreement with WarDaddy Aviation, LLP
• Approval of May 27, 2021 meeting minutes

The Newnan-Coweta County Airport Authority approved a memorandum of lease with Hale Aircraft Real Estate, LLP for property at 95 East Aviation Way (Hangar 1 and Hangar 2) to be recorded in Superior Court, and executed a hangar lease agreement with WarDaddy Aviation, LLP for two 14,000-square-foot hangars with unfinished office space to be constructed by the Authority. Both actions were unanimous. The meeting also included approval of the May 27, 2021 minutes and adjournment.

• Approved minutes of May 27, 2021 (unanimous)
• Executed Memorandum of Lease with Hale Aircraft Real Estate, LLP for 95 East Aviation Way/Hangar 1 and Hangar 2 (unanimous)
• Executed Hangar Lease Agreement with WarDaddy Aviation, LLP for two 14,000 sq ft hangars and office space (unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will conduct public hearings regarding several variance and land use petitions. These items include requests for building height, floor count, and buffer reductions, as well as a neighborhood agribusiness conditional use permit.

• ZA 025-21 Ramuji, LLC: Variance requests for building height (52'8"), floors (4 stories), and buffer reduction at 869 Poplar Rd, Newnan
• ZA 026-21 McCarthy & Civita-Garcia: Distance requirements for barn at Lot 109 Blalock Lakes Dr, Newnan
• ZA 027-21 Bothe, Steven & Susan: Art 4 separation variance request at 37 StoneCrop Common, Senoia
• ZA 028-21 Swartz, Kimber: Neighborhood Agribusiness C.U.P. for Equestrian Programs at 1357 Stallings Rd, Senoia

The Coweta County Board of Zoning Appeals unanimously recommended approval of three variances for a proposed hotel at 869 Poplar Road, Newnan, including increased building height (from 34'11" to 52'8"), increased stories (from 3 to 4), and reduced buffer (from 50-ft to 10-ft landscape strip). The board also recommended approval of a barn setback reduction for Lot 109 on Blalock Lakes Drive, a 1-ft separation variance for a garage at 37 StoneCrop Common, and a Neighborhood Agribusiness Conditional Use Permit for an equestrian business at 1357 Stallings Road, with conditions. All recommendations are subject to final approval by the Board of Commissioners.

• Recommended approval of building height variance to 52'8" for hotel at 869 Poplar Rd (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of 4-story variance for hotel at 869 Poplar Rd (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of buffer reduction to 10-ft landscape strip for hotel at 869 Poplar Rd (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of 50-ft barn setback reduction for Lot 109 Blalock Lakes Dr (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of 1-ft separation variance for garage at 37 StoneCrop Common (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Neighborhood Agribusiness CUP for equestrian business at 1357 Stallings Rd, with conditions (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will conduct public hearings regarding a proposed residential land development guidance system and a beer and wine license for Macedonia Hills, LLC. The body will also consider several zoning variances and contracts for road resurfacing and airport funding.

• Public hearing for beer and wine license at 1390 Macedonia Road
• Public hearing for Land Development Guidance System Phase 2 (Residential Planned Development Project)
• Zoning variances for 270 Lamar Smith Drive and 325 Ryan's Court
• Bid award for 2021 resurfacing of various county roadways
• CARES Act supplemental funding contract for Newnan-Coweta County Airport

The Board approved a $1,893,497.80 contract with Baldwin Paving Company for resurfacing various county roadways. It also granted two zoning variances, a beer and wine license, and continued the public hearing on the proposed Residential Planned Development Project (R-PDP) to July 27, 2021. The Board declined to consider a 'Constitutional Rights Sanctuary County' resolution.

• Approved $1,893,497.80 bid to Baldwin Paving Company for 2021 road resurfacing (RB21.9).
• Granted a 2-foot distance between buildings variance for a pool at 270 Lamar Smith Drive, Newnan (ZA 023-21).
• Granted a 5-foot rear yard setback reduction for a sunroom at 325 Ryan's Court, Sharpsburg (ZA 024-21).
• Granted a new consumption beer and wine license to Carisa LeClair for Macedonia Hills, LLC at 1390 Macedonia Road, Newnan.
• Continued the public hearing on the proposed R-PDP zoning district to July 27, 2021.
• Approved amendments to the 2020 National Electrical Code as recommended by the State Codes Advisory Committee.
• Set a public hearing for July 27, 2021 on the proposed abandonment of Oak Lane.
• Approved an Employee Referral Incentive Program with a $1,000 bonus per referral.

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Coweta County Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing to review three zoning petitions. The board will consider requests for variances regarding building distances and other zoning requirements.

• ZA 023-21: John S. Bowers petition regarding distance between buildings
• ZA 024-21: Susan & Odell Sheriff variance petition
• ZA 017-21: Kolter Group petition for 10 variances

The Coweta County Board of Zoning Appeals recommended approval of a 43-unit retirement community at Oak Hill Professional Park, granting 9 of 10 requested variances and denying one related to accessibility standards. The board also recommended approval of two residential variances: a pool setback reduction at 270 Lamar Smith Drive and a rear setback reduction for a sunroom at 325 Ryans Court. All recommendations go to the Board of Commissioners for final decisions on July 13, 2021.

• Approved minutes from May 20, 2021 public hearing unanimously.
• Recommended approval of ZA 023-21 (pool setback variance) with condition reducing separation to 8 ft.
• Recommended approval of ZA 024-21 (sunroom setback variance) with condition reducing rear setback to 35 ft.
• Recommended approval of variance #1 (lot size reduction to 6,500 sq ft) for ZA 017-21, 2-1 vote.
• Recommended approval of variance #2 (front setback reduction to 50 ft on Sullivan Rd, 20 ft on internal streets) for ZA 017-21.
• Recommended approval of variances #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8, and #10 for ZA 017-21 with conditions.
• Recommended denial of variance #9 (accessibility standards) for ZA 017-21, allowing 32-inch doors with 5-ft radius.
• Adjourned meeting; next meeting scheduled for July 22, 2021.

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a rezoning petition in the Moreland district. The body is also deciding on FY 2022 budgets for the District Attorney, Board of Health, and Superior Court Public Defender, as well as a referendum for packaged distilled spirits licensing.

• Public hearing for Petition # 009-21 to rezone property at S Hwy 29/S Hwy 27A/Victoria Drive, Bethlehem Church Road
• Resolution calling for a Special Election Referendum regarding the licensing for the sale of packaged distilled spirits
• Approval of FY 2022 budgets for the District Attorney, Board of Health, and Superior Court Public Defender
• Intergovernmental Agreement with the City of Newnan for downtown masterplanning
• Request to temporarily close portions of Rising Star Road for filming by Stalwart Productions, LLC

The Coweta County Board of Commissioners approved a rezoning request by P&L Bridgeport, LP to rezone 328.512 acres from RC (Rural Conservation) to M (Industrial) for the expansion of Bridgeport Industrial Park, subject to conditions including a 150-foot undisturbed natural buffer. The board also approved the FY 2020 final budget amendments, filed an intent to object to a proposed annexation by the City of Senoia, and executed several agreements, including a transit agreement with GDOT and a resolution for a special election on packaged distilled spirits sales.

• Approved rezoning of 328.512 acres to M (Industrial) for Bridgeport Industrial Park expansion, with conditions including a 150-foot buffer.
• Approved FY 2020 final budget amendments for multiple funds.
• Filed intent to object to annexation of 76.28 acres into Senoia due to notice failure and illegal island creation.
• Executed Intergovernmental Agreement with City of Newnan for downtown masterplanning.
• Executed FY 2022 Transit Agreement with GDOT.
• Executed resolution calling for special election on packaged distilled spirits sales.
• Approved District Attorney's FY 2022 budget of $1,070,604.
• Approved Public Defender's FY 2022 budget of $645,963.

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss a draft of the Land Development Guidance System Phase 2 for residential planned developments. The session includes decisions on zoning variances, a business license appeal, and road closures. The board will also review grant awards and inmate housing agreements.

• Public hearing on Land Development Guidance System (LDGS), Phase 2 - Residential Planned Development Project
• Business license revocation appeal for ZDX, Inc. (Violet Massage) at 3441 Hwy 34 East, Suite J
• Conditional Use Permit request by The Heritage School for 2093 North Hwy. 29
• Temporary closure of Minnie Sewell Road for bridge replacement (RB19.18)
• Bid award for security wall construction at the Justice Center judges' parking lot

The Coweta County Board of Commissioners denied an appeal to reverse the revocation of a business license for ZDX, Inc. (dba Violet Massage) and approved a conditional use permit expansion for The Heritage School, subject to conditions including compliance with GDOT requirements. The board also continued a public hearing on the Land Development Guidance System Phase 2 to July 13, 2021, and approved several other items including grants, a road closure, and a FEMA lease.

• Denied appeal to reverse business license revocation for ZDX, Inc. (dba Violet Massage) (unanimous)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit expansion for The Heritage School at 2093 North Hwy. 29, Newnan (unanimous)
• Continued public hearing on LDGS Phase 2 - Residential PDP to July 13, 2021 (unanimous)
• Granted front yard setback variance for 116 Glover Circle, Newnan (unanimous)
• Granted distance between buildings variance for 23 Magnolia Drive, Newnan (unanimous)
• Rejected all bids for security wall at Justice Center judges' parking lot (unanimous)
• Approved temporary closure of Minnie Sewell Road for bridge replacement (unanimous)
• Accepted FY2022 grant awards for Drug, DUI, Veterans, and Family Treatment Courts (unanimous)

Newnan-Coweta County Airport Authority

The Newnan-Coweta County Airport Authority is meeting to discuss financing for airport improvements and specific project task orders. The body will consider authorizing a revenue bond and engaging a financial firm to assist with the issuance.

• Engagement letter with Stifel, Nicolaus & Company, Incorporated for bond issuance
• Resolution to authorize staff and professionals to proceed with a revenue bond
• Task Order No. 9 for the Hangar Prep and Paving Project
• Task Order No. 8 for the 3-Year Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Plan

The Newnan-Coweta County Airport Authority unanimously approved several items, including executing an engagement letter with Stifel for potential bond issuance, a resolution to proceed with a revenue bond, and two task orders with Lead Edge Design Group for hangar site preparation and a DBE plan. They also set the next tenant meeting for June 11, 2021, and entered executive session to discuss a real estate issue, later executing an affidavit for that session. All votes were unanimous with Alan Starr absent.

• Approved minutes of April 22, 2021 (unanimous)
• Executed engagement letter with Stifel for bond issuance (unanimous)
• Executed resolution authorizing revenue bond issuance (unanimous)
• Executed Task Order No. 9 with Lead Edge Design Group for $68,900 (unanimous)
• Executed Task Order No. 8 with Lead Edge Design Group for $8,522 (unanimous)
• Approved tenant meeting on June 11, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. (unanimous)
• Approved entering executive session for real estate discussion (unanimous)
• Executed affidavit and resolution for executive session (unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing to consider petitions for zoning variances. The board will review requests for reductions in front yard and building distance setbacks.

• ZA 020-21: Brian Matthews request for 2-ft front yard setback reduction
• ZA 021-21: Tad & Christine Horowitz request for 6-ft reduction in distance between buildings
• ZA 022-21: Spartan Investment Group, LLC setback reduction request withdrawn by applicant

The Coweta County Board of Zoning Appeals recommended approval of two variance requests: a 2-foot front yard setback reduction for a porch at 116 Glover Circle (ZA 020-21) and a 6-foot reduction in building separation for a pool at 23 Magnolia Drive (ZA 021-21). Both recommendations were unanimous and will go to the Board of Commissioners on June 3, 2021. A third petition (ZA 022-21) for two setback variances was withdrawn by the applicant prior to the hearing. The board also approved the April 22, 2021 minutes.

• Approved minutes from April 22, 2021 public hearing (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of ZA 020-21: 2-ft front yard setback reduction for porch at 116 Glover Circle (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of ZA 021-21: 6-ft building separation reduction for pool at 23 Magnolia Drive (unanimous)
• Withdrawn: ZA 022-21 Spartan Investment Group, LLC - two front yard setback variances

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will conduct public hearings regarding rezoning petitions and amendments to the county code of ordinances. The meeting includes discussions on tornado recovery and requests for disaster assistance declarations.

• Public hearing for Petition # 010-21 to rezone property adjacent to 3613 E. Hwy. 34
• Public hearing for Petition # 011-21 to rezone/review conditions at 97 Gordon Road
• Proposed amendments to Appendix A. Zoning and Development, Article 29 of the Code of Ordinances
• Conditional Use Permit and property line variance requests for Lots 1-11 in Cannongate Village
• Resolution supporting the Declaration of Individual Assistance following a natural disaster

The Coweta County Board of Commissioners denied a rezoning request from Heritage Baptist Church for a proposed 80-unit senior living complex, and approved a rezoning for a landscape business with conditions. They also granted a conditional use permit and variances for a nature preserve, denied two requests for vested development rights, and executed a resolution supporting FEMA individual assistance appeal.

• Denied rezoning for Heritage Baptist Church senior living complex (unanimous)
• Approved Patten Seed Company rezoning with conditions (unanimous)
• Granted conditional use permit for Cannongate Village nature preserve (unanimous)
• Granted property line variances for Cannongate Village nature preserve (unanimous)
• Denied vested development rights for Gordon Road property (unanimous)
• Denied vested development rights for Shell Road property (unanimous)
• Executed joint resolution supporting FEMA individual assistance appeal (unanimous)
• Approved RMS Transit contract amendment (unanimous)

Board of Trustees for the Group Pension Plan

The Board of Trustees will review the minutes from the February 10, 2021 meeting. OneDigital is scheduled to present a quarterly investment report to the trustees.

• Presentation from OneDigital regarding the Quarterly Investment Report

Board of Trustees for the Salary Deferral Plan and Employee Matching Plan

The Board of Trustees for the Salary Deferral Plan and Employee Matching Plan will meet to approve previous minutes and receive reports. The session includes presentations on investment and management performance.

• Approval of February 10, 2021 minutes
• Quarterly Investment Report presentation from OneDigital
• Quarterly Management Report presentation from Ascensus

The Board of Trustees for the Salary Deferral Plan and Employee Matching Plan approved the February 10, 2021 minutes and scheduled the next meeting for August 11, 2021. They received quarterly investment and management reports from OneDigital and Ascensus, with no fund changes suggested. The chairman expressed disappointment with the transition to Ascensus, and staff noted beneficiary designations on file are sufficient.

• Approved February 10, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled next meeting for August 11, 2021 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider multiple zoning variances and conditional use permits. The meeting includes bid awards for county roadway resurfacing and bridge replacements, as well as a public hearing on vehicle labeling requirements.

• Bid award for 2021 resurfacing of various county roadways
• Bid award for bridge replacements at Minnie Sewell Road and Holbrook Road
• Public hearing on exempting certain county vehicles from state labeling/decal requirements
• Conditional use permit requests for 582 Andrew Bailey Road, Cannongate Village, 2093 North Hwy. 29, and 1504 Macedonia Road
• Temporary road closures for filming on Brandon Lane, Old Hwy. 85, Luther Bailey Road, and Wynn's Pond Road

The Coweta County Board of Commissioners approved multiple contracts and zoning actions. They awarded a $1,339,303.25 resurfacing contract to Blount Construction and a $1,480,035.70 bridge replacement contract to Scott Bridge Company. The board also granted several zoning variances and conditional use permits, deferred two Cannongate Village requests, and voted 4-1 not to object to a 42.2-acre annexation into Newnan.

• Approved $1,339,303.25 road resurfacing contract (unanimous)
• Approved $1,480,035.70 bridge replacement contract (unanimous)
• Granted 12-month CUP extension for RV at 852 Andrew Bailey Road (unanimous)
• Deferred Cannongate Village CUP and variance requests to May 18 (unanimous)
• Granted road frontage variance on Smokey Road (unanimous)
• Granted easement variance at 114 Cannon Road (unanimous)
• Approved revised site plan for 10 Ashmore Drive (unanimous)
• Voted 4-1 not to object to Poplar Road annexation into Newnan

Newnan-Coweta County Airport Authority

The Newnan-Coweta County Airport Authority will meet to review minutes and discuss a request to set a public information open house. The meeting also includes updates from the airport manager and airport engineer.

• Request to set a public information open house meeting
• Update from the Airport Manager
• Update from the Airport Engineer

The Newnan-Coweta County Airport Authority approved minutes from the March 25 meeting and set a Public Information Open House for May 12, 2021, at 6:00 p.m. in the Commission Chambers. The airport manager reported on operations, including a FOD*BOSS sweeper trial, new office manager hire, and GDOT inspection results. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of March 25, 2021 (unanimous)
• Set Public Information Open House for May 12, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. (unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will conduct public hearings regarding several land use petitions. These items include conditional use permits, variances, and a master plan review.

• ZA 010-21: Richard Cantu - CUP for RV extension
• ZA 012-21: SE Trust for Parks and Land, Inc - CUP for Nature Preserve/Passive Park
• ZA 013-21: SE Trust for Parks and Land, Inc - Variances
• ZA 014-21: Richard & Karen Nalewako - Road frontage variance
• ZA 015-21: Loren G Taylor/Garretts - Easement Variance

The Coweta County Board of Zoning Appeals held a public hearing and unanimously recommended approval for all eight petitions, including conditional use permits, variances, and a master plan for The Heritage School. All recommendations will go to the Board of Commissioners for final decisions on May 4, 2021.

• Approved minutes of Mar 25, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of RV temporary residence extension for Richard Cantu (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of nature preserve/passive park CUP for SE Trust for Parks and Land (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of two variances for SE Trust for Parks and Land (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of road frontage variance for Richard & Karen Nalewako (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of easement variance for Loren G Taylor/Garretts (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Heritage School master plan CUP (4-0, Harper recused)
• Recommended approval of Macedonia Baptist Church campus expansion CUP (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on two rezoning petitions and a beer and wine license. The session includes discussions on tornado recovery status and the approval of emergency contracts for storm debris removal.

• Public hearing for rezoning 520, 536, 552 Poplar Road (Petition # 007-21)
• Public hearing for rezoning 600 E. Hwy 16 (Petition # 008-21)
• Public hearing for a new consumption beer and wine license for Corner Cafe at 1485 Hwy 34 East, Suite 7A
• Emergency contract for removal and disposal of storm related debris
• Lease agreement with State Properties Commission for Drivers' Services Facility at 128/130 Bullsboro Drive

The Coweta County Board of Commissioners approved a rezoning request from Childress Klein, Inc. to change 7.28 acres at 520, 536, and 552 Poplar Road from Rural Conservation to Heavy Commercial for an indoor self-storage facility, subject to 11 conditions. The board also approved a separate rezoning for Orchard Hills Land, LLC at 600 E. Hwy 16, changing 20 acres to Light Industrial and 3.74 acres to Commercial Major Shopping, with conditions. Additionally, the board denied guest house variances for a property at 20 Vinings Trace, Newnan, and executed an emergency contract for storm debris removal.

• Approved rezoning of 520, 536, 552 Poplar Road to C-8 for self-storage (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 600 E. Hwy 16 to LM and C-7 (unanimous)
• Denied guest house variances for 20 Vinings Trace (unanimous)
• Executed $190,500 contract with DRC Emergency Services for debris removal (unanimous)
• Approved $63,188 bid to LTRC Tree Specialists for roadside tree pruning (unanimous)
• Executed lease extension with Eastgate Partners for 128/130 Bullsboro Drive (unanimous)
• Approved $82,713.60 Juvenile Justice Incentive Grant application (unanimous)
• Approved withdrawal of Petition #009-21 for rezoning at S. Hwy 29/Hwy 27A (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will conduct public hearings on several rezoning requests and a new beer and wine license. The meeting also addresses recovery efforts following a recent natural disaster, including potential fee waivers at the C&D Landfill.

• Public hearing for a new package beer & wine license at 4200 Hwy 154, Newnan
• Rezoning petition #007-20A for Verizon Wireless at 1471 Andrew Bailey Road, Sharpsburg
• Rezoning petition #006-21 for Twelve Parks Subdivision in District 1
• Rezoning petition #005-21 for 1071 Turkey Creek Road, Newnan
• Contract for architectural services for repairs at the Coweta County Justice Center

The Board approved a rezoning for a Verizon Wireless telecommunications tower at 1471 Andrew Bailey Road, Sharpsburg, subject to 20 conditions, despite a pending federal lawsuit over a prior denial. They denied a rezoning request for a 247-home 55+ community at 1071 Turkey Creek Road, Newnan. The Board also confirmed a state of emergency resolution, approved a contract for Justice Center repairs, and granted a beer and wine license for Kwik Stop.

• Approved Verizon Wireless rezoning for a 150-foot monopine tower at 1471 Andrew Bailey Road, Sharpsburg, with 20 conditions.
• Denied Freedom Land Holdings' rezoning for a 247-lot 55+ community at 1071 Turkey Creek Road, Newnan.
• Confirmed execution of a resolution imposing a state of emergency following the EF-4 tornado.
• Confirmed contract with Gardner Spencer Smith Tench & Jarbeau for Justice Center roof and interior repairs.
• Granted a new package beer and wine license to Rizwana Yasmeen for Kwik Stop at 4200 Hwy 154, Newnan.
• Approved a vesting policy to help rebuild structures impacted by the tornado.
• Approved a $200,000 bid to AKA Tree Service for grinding and disposal of tree debris.
• Approved submission of a CARES Act grant application for the Newnan-Coweta County Airport.

Newnan-Coweta County Airport Authority

The Newnan-Coweta County Airport Authority is meeting to review a terminal facility needs assessment and a sublease agreement. The body will also consider a request for special event use of Hangar 45 and the scheduling of a public information open house.

• Acceptance of the Airport Terminal Facility Needs Assessment
• Approval/Execution of a Sublease Agreement with Hale Aircraft Real Estate, LLP
• Request from Brent Holdings, LLC to use Hangar 45 for three special events
• Request to set a Public Information Open House Meeting

The Newnan-Coweta County Airport Authority unanimously accepted the Airport Terminal Facility Needs Assessment, which recommends building the new terminal on the east side of the airport, with initial hangar construction. They also executed a sublease agreement with Hale Aircraft Real Estate, LLP for property at 95 East Aviation Way, and approved Brent Holdings, LLC's request to host three high school proms in Hangar 45, subject to conditions including insurance, security, and COVID signage. The board scheduled a public information open house for April 14, 2021, and received updates on tree removal, CARES Act funding, and FOD mitigation.

• Approved minutes of February 22, 2021 (unanimous)
• Amended agenda to add supplemental item (unanimous)
• Accepted terminal facility needs assessment recommending east-side terminal (unanimous)
• Executed sublease agreement with Hale Aircraft Real Estate, LLP for 95 East Aviation Way (unanimous)
• Approved Brent Holdings, LLC to host three proms in Hangar 45 on April 17, 24, and May 1, 2021, with conditions (unanimous)
• Scheduled Public Information Open House for April 14, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. at 37 Perry Street (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Coweta County Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings to consider five petitions for variances and conditional use permits. These requests involve property setbacks, building heights, and land use requirements.

• ZA 005-21: Richard & Nan Smith request for RV Conditional Use Permit
• ZA 006-21: D'Antionette Atkinson request for front setback variance
• ZA 007-21: Childress-Klein, Inc request for four variances including buffer reduction and height increase to 40’56”
• 008-21: Opus One Properties, LLC request for buffer and front setback reductions
• ZA 009-21: Page & Beth Williams request for four guest house variances including square footage and paying guest usage

The Coweta County Board of Zoning Appeals recommended approval of four variances for an indoor self-storage facility on Poplar Road, including a buffer reduction, height increase, story increase, and metal door allowance. The board also recommended approval of a temporary RV residence for a family whose home burned, a front setback reduction for a new home, and buffer/setback reductions for a professional building. It recommended denial of all four variances for an Airbnb guest house in Arbor Springs Plantation.

• Recommended approval of RV temporary residence for Smith family (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of 5-ft front setback reduction for Atkinson home (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of 4 variances for Childress-Klein self-storage (3-0, Harper abstained)
• Recommended approval of buffer and setback reductions for Opus One professional building (unanimous)
• Recommended denial of all 4 variances for Williams Airbnb guest house (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will conduct public hearings regarding property rezonings and a road abandonment. The agenda also includes several bid awards for road maintenance and requests for temporary road closures for filming.

• Public hearing for the proposed abandonment of a portion of Cook Lane
• Public hearing for rezoning petition #002-21 at 5 East Gordon Road
• Public hearing for rezoning petition #003-21 at US Hwy 29 and Arbor Springs Parkway
• Bid award for 2021 road resurfacing, grassing, and striping across all districts
• Temporary closure of Henry Bryant Road and Bibb Road for filming by Stalwart Productions

The Board directed staff to add the Poplar Road Corridor Study's recommended improvements to the county's transportation project list, including widening Poplar Road, adding roundabouts, and improving intersections. The Board also approved rezoning requests for properties on East Gordon Road and at Arbor Springs Plaza, and approved several contracts and road closures for filming.

• Approved minutes from Feb 26 and Mar 9, 2021 meetings.
• Confirmed Billing Services Agreement with Digitech Computer, LLC for EMS billing.
• Confirmed temporary closure of Rising Star Road for filming by Stalwart Productions.
• Approved abandonment of a portion of Cook Lane.
• Approved rezoning for Elegante Surfaces at 5 East Gordon Road, removing condition #8 but adding delivery hour limits.
• Approved rezoning for Arbor Springs Plaza Tract 6, removing parking cap and adding conditions.
• Set public hearings for April 20, 2021 for rezoning petitions by Childress Klein and Orchard Hills Land, and for a beer/wine license for Corner Cafe.
• Approved appointments to Development Authority and Water and Sewerage Authority.

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review zoning variance requests for properties in Moreland and Sharpsburg and a permit amendment for Piedmont Newnan Hospital. The body is also considering bid awards for county road resurfacing and a geotechnical investigation for a public safety training facility.

• Bid award for 2021 Full Depth Reclamation and resurfacing on various subdivision streets and county roads
• Zoning variance requests for Haynie Road, 20 Breckenridge Drive, and 471 Parks Road
• Conditional Use Permit amendment for Piedmont Newnan Hospital at 745 Poplar Road
• Proposed public hearings for rezoning at 1471 Andrew Bailey Road, Hwy 154, 1071 Turkey Creek Road, and Twelve Parks Subdivision
• Budget amendment for interior coating of the AvGas Tank at Newnan-Coweta County Airport

The Board of Commissioners denied a front yard setback variance for a pole barn built without permits at 20 Breckenridge Drive, Sharpsburg, requiring its removal. They also granted a setback variance for a home on Haynie Road, Moreland, and approved a $4.37 million road resurfacing contract. Several public hearings were scheduled for April 6, 2021, including a rezoning request by Verizon Wireless.

• Denied 45-ft front yard setback variance for pole barn at 20 Breckenridge Dr (unanimous)
• Granted 46.82-ft front yard setback reduction for home on Haynie Rd, Moreland (unanimous)
• Denied easement variance for property at 471 Parks Rd, Sharpsburg (unanimous)
• Approved $4,370,980.58 road resurfacing contract with Blount Construction (unanimous)
• Approved $651,092 local share for Collinsworth Rd/I-85 project (unanimous)
• Approved $212,046.27 Family Treatment Court grant application (unanimous)
• Approved FY22 Accountability Court grant applications totaling $578,314 (unanimous)
• Set public hearings for April 6, 2021 on rezoning petitions including Verizon Wireless

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss two primary topics. These include the second phase of the Land Development Guidance System and a Capital Needs Assessment.

• Discussion of Land Development Guidance System, Phase 2
• Discussion of Capital Needs Assessment

The Board of Commissioners reached consensus on density limits for the proposed high-density Residential Plan Development Project (R-PDP) zoning, allowing 3.5 units per acre with a 10,000-square-foot minimum lot size, requiring lots to be adjacent to a municipality and all transportation improvements funded by developers. For the high-density Mixed-Use PDP (MU-PDP), properties must be within a mile of an interchange and a major employer, with public water and sewer available. The Board also discussed a Capital Needs Assessment, identifying facility needs over the next 0-5 years, including a new airport terminal, jail expansion, and an EMS facility, but took no formal action on these items.

• Consensus to allow 3.5 units per acre for high-density Residential PDP (R-PDP) zoning in growth priority areas, with a 10,000 sq ft minimum lot size, adjacency to a municipality, and developer-funded transportation.
• Consensus that high-density Mixed-Use PDP (MU-PDP) properties must be within a mile of an interchange and a major employer, with public water and sewer availability.
• Discussed Capital Needs Assessment, projecting facility needs for the next 0-5 years, including a new airport terminal, jail expansion, and EMS facility, but no formal action taken.

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals is considering several variance requests for residential properties and an amendment to a conditional use permit for Piedmont Newnan Hospital. The meeting includes public hearings on easement and setback requests in Sharpsburg and Moreland.

• Petition ZA 003-21: Easement variance request for 471 Parks Road, Sharpsburg
• Petition ZA 001-21: Front yard setback variance for property on Haynie Road, Moreland
• Petition ZA 002-21: Front yard setback variance for 20 Breckenridge Drive, Sharpsburg
• Petition ZA 004-21: Request by Piedmont Newnan Hospital to extend use of one modular unit at 745 Poplar Road until December 31, 2021

The Coweta County Board of Zoning Appeals denied a variance request by Thomas and Robin Bevington to add a fourth access off a private easement for a new home on Parks Road, voting 4 to 1. The board recommended approval for a front setback variance for Scott and Kate Goodson on Haynie Road, subject to three conditions. It also recommended approval for a front setback variance for Kris Smith at 20 Breckenridge Drive, with six conditions including a $1,095 fine. The board recommended approval to amend a conditional use permit for Piedmont Newnan Hospital to keep one temporary modular building until December 31, 2021.

• Denied ZA 003-21: Easement variance for Bevington, Thomas & Robin, 471 Parks Rd., Sharpsburg (4-1 vote).
• Recommended approval of ZA 001-21: Front setback variance for Goodson, Scott & Kate, Haynie Rd., Moreland, with 3 conditions (unanimous).
• Recommended approval of ZA 002-21: Front setback variance for Smith, Kris, 20 Breckenridge Dr., Sharpsburg, with 6 conditions including a $1,095 fine (unanimous).
• Recommended approval of ZA 004-21: Amend CUP for Piedmont Hospital Newnan to keep one modular building until Dec 31, 2021, with 5 conditions (unanimous).
• Approved minutes of the Jan 28, 2021 public hearing (unanimous).

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on abandoning a portion of Cook Lane and discuss several road project contracts. The body is also reviewing requests for temporary road closures for filming and a bike ride event.

• Public hearing regarding proposed abandonment of a portion of Cook Lane
• Resolution to request local legislation to establish the Coweta County Public Facilities Authority
• Supplemental Agreement #1 for Madras Connector, Phase 1 Project
• Amendment #1 to Piedmont Paving contract for Shaw and Pete Road Roundabout Project
• Temporary closure of Crook Road for filming by Stalwart Films

The Coweta County Board of Commissioners approved a resolution requesting local legislation to establish the Coweta County Public Facilities Authority, which will help obtain favorable financing for county facilities and equipment. The board also approved several contracts and agreements, including a supplemental agreement for the Madras Connector project, an amendment for geotechnical work, and a contract amendment for the Shaw and Pete Road roundabout. Two agenda items were withdrawn: a solar panel variance request and PayPal user agreements.

• Approved resolution to request legislation for Coweta County Public Facilities Authority (unanimous)
• Executed Supplemental Agreement #1 for Madras Connector Phase 1, reducing local share by $87,530.25 (unanimous)
• Executed Amendment #3 with American Engineers for $21,200 for geotechnical work on Madras Connector (unanimous)
• Executed Amendment #1 with Piedmont Paving for $41,032.50 for Shaw and Pete Road roundabout (unanimous)
• Approved second monument sign for Orchard Hills Business Park (unanimous)
• Approved abandonment of portion of Cook Lane (unanimous)
• Approved temporary closure of Joe Cox Road for railroad crossing work (unanimous)
• Approved film location agreement with Stalwart Films for 'The Walking Dead' Season 11 (unanimous)

Newnan-Coweta County Airport Authority

The Newnan-Coweta County Airport Authority is meeting to receive an update on the Airport Terminal Feasibility Study. The body will also consider updates to airport rules, meeting dates, and the removal of trees in the Runway 33 Protection Zone.

• Execution of a land lease agreement with Hale Aircraft, Inc
• Amendments to T-Hangar lease agreements regarding terms and termination
• Amendment to Airport Rules and Regulations for Run-Up procedures
• Approval to remove trees in the Runway Protection Zone for Runway 33
• Adoption of rules governing Airport Authority meetings

The Newnan-Coweta County Airport Authority approved several items, including a feasibility study update recommending a new terminal on the east side, a land lease with Hale Aircraft, and amendments to T-hangar leases. They also adopted meeting rules, approved a run-up procedure amendment, accepted a no-cost tree removal proposal, and changed meeting dates for 2021-2022.

• Approved minutes from Oct 21, 2020, Jan 7, 2021, and Mar 6, 2014 (unanimous)
• Confirmed land lease with Hale Aircraft, Inc. and sale of Falcon Flight Academy assets (unanimous)
• Confirmed T-hangar lease amendments changing term to yearly and deleting termination clause (unanimous)
• Adopted rules governing Airport Authority meetings effective Feb 23, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Airport Rules for run-up procedures (unanimous)
• Approved tree removal in Runway 33 protection zone by The Good Forty at no cost (unanimous)
• Approved changed meeting dates for 2021 and Jan 2022 (unanimous)

Board of Trustees for the Salary Deferral Plan and Employee Matching Plan

The Board of Trustees for the Salary Deferral Plan and Employee Matching Plan will meet to review quarterly investment and management reports from Truist Bank. The board is scheduled to take action regarding the termination of a contract with ProNVest.

• Confirmation of Notice of Termination of ProNVest Contract
• Quarterly Investment Report presentation from Truist Bank
• Quarterly Management Report presentation from Truist Bank

Board of Trustees for the Group Pension Plan

The Board of Trustees will review meeting minutes from November 2020 and January 2021. Truist Bank is scheduled to present a quarterly investment report.

• Presentation from Truist Bank of the Quarterly Investment Report

The Board of Trustees for the Coweta County Group Pension Plan met and approved the minutes from its November 11, 2020 regular meeting and January 6, 2021 called meeting, both unanimously. The board also received a quarterly investment report from Truist Bank, noting all asset allocations were within target ranges, and scheduled its next meeting for May 12, 2021.

• Approved minutes of November 11, 2020 regular meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of January 6, 2021 called meeting (unanimous)
• Scheduled next meeting for May 12, 2021 at 3:00 p.m. (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will conduct a public hearing regarding updates to the Comprehensive Plan. The body is also reviewing zoning petitions, contract addendums, and a one-time salary supplement for FY2021.

• First Public Hearing Regarding the Comprehensive Plan Updates
• Conditional Use Permit request for 549 Wynn Road, Newnan
• Proposed amendment to No Parking Zones on Bridgeport Boulevard
• Request for a one-time salary supplement for FY2021
• Temporary closure of Johnson Road at SR 54 for a Department of Transportation project

The Board of Commissioners approved a one-time salary supplement of approximately $850,000 for eligible employees and elected officials, equivalent to one week of average base pay, effective October 1, 2020. They also granted a conditional use permit for a private family cemetery, accepted roadways for Poplar Village, and set public hearings for rezoning requests. Two agenda items were withdrawn, and a personnel action was approved in executive session.

• Approved $850K one-time salary supplement for eligible employees (unanimous)
• Granted conditional use permit for private family cemetery at 549 Wynn Road (unanimous)
• Accepted roadways and open space deed for Poplar Village Phase 1B-2 (4-0, Blackburn abstained)
• Set public hearing for Elegante Surfaces rezoning at 5 East Gordon Road (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for Arbor Springs Plaza rezoning at US Hwy 29 & Arbor Springs Pkwy (unanimous)
• Approved EMS billing contract with Digitech Computer, LLC at 3.75% (unanimous)
• Approved temporary closure of Johnson Road at SR 54 for GDOT project (unanimous)
• Approved personnel action from executive session (unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals is reviewing a petition for a conditional use permit to establish a private family cemetery. The request concerns a 1-acre tract within a 5.16-acre property. The board is also addressing internal organizational matters including the election of leadership.

• Petition ZA 060-20: Conditional Use Permit for a private family cemetery at 549 Wynn Road, Newnan
• Election of Chairman and Vice Chairman
• Adoption of Meeting Procedures

The Coweta County Board of Zoning Appeals voted unanimously to recommend that the Board of Commissioners grant a conditional use permit for a private, family cemetery at 549 Wynn Rd, Newnan, subject to five conditions. The board also approved the December 17, 2020 minutes, elected officers for 2021, and adopted meeting procedures.

• Recommended approval of conditional use permit for private family cemetery at 549 Wynn Rd (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from Dec 17, 2020 public hearing (unanimous)
• Elected Craig Jackson as Chairman and George Harper as Vice-Chairman for 2021
• Adopted Roberts Rules of Order with 3-minute speaker limit and 20-minute support/opposition limits

Board of Commissioners

The Coweta County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding the abandonment of a portion of right-of-way on West Bledsoe Road. The board will also review contracts for fleet maintenance, COVID-19 testing, and a library pavilion.

• Public hearing on right-of-way abandonment on West Bledsoe Road
• Deed of Use Restriction for a guest house at 1892 Old Corinth Road
• Contract Amendment #1 for Fleet Maintenance Project (PW20.1)
• Intergovernmental Agreement for an outdoor pavilion at the Senoia Library
• Agreement with Lexipol for grant services

The Board unanimously approved the abandonment of 0.831 acres of unused right-of-way on West Bledsoe Road, with the adjoining property owner agreeing to dedicate new right-of-way and construct a cul-de-sac. The Board also executed several contracts, including a COVID-19 testing agreement, a pavilion project with Senoia, and a grant services agreement with Lexipol. Public comments included requests for CARES Act funding for an eviction diversion program and concerns about senior center closures.

• Approved abandonment of 0.831 acres right-of-way on West Bledsoe Road (unanimous)
• Executed MOA with District 4 Public Health and Mako Medical for COVID-19 testing at fairgrounds (unanimous)
• Executed IGA with City of Senoia for outdoor pavilion at Senoia Library (unanimous)
• Executed agreement with Lexipol for grant services and firefighter equipment grant application (unanimous)
• Approved contract amendment with Riley Contracting for fleet maintenance ($2,000 credit) (unanimous)
• Approved revised radar list from GDOT for law enforcement (unanimous)
• Approved surplus of old IT equipment (unanimous)
• Set public hearings for Feb 9 (Comprehensive Plan) and Feb 23 (Cook Lane abandonment) (unanimous)

Newnan-Coweta County Airport Authority

The Newnan-Coweta County Airport Authority is meeting to appoint leadership for the year and set the 2021-2022 meeting schedule. The body will consider several real estate transactions and lease amendments.

• Dedication of Nation Drive in memory of Clerk Stephanie Nation
• Sale and Purchase Agreement for property at 45, 47, and 49 Ansley Drive
• Ground Lease and Sublease with Coweta County Development Authority
• Sale of Falcon Flight Academy's remaining facilities
• First Amendment to the Sheriff's Office Lease

The Newnan-Coweta County Airport Authority met on January 7, 2021, with three members present (Hank Moody, Lee Moody, Joe Rutkiewic) and two absent (Alan Starr, Janice Laws). They unanimously approved dedicating a new access road off East Aviation Way as "Nation Drive" in memory of late Authority Clerk Stephanie Nation. The board also elected Joe Rutkiewic as Chairman for 2021, re-elected Hank Moody as Vice-Chairman and Lee Moody as Secretary, and reappointed Nathan Lee as counsel and Fran Collins as clerk. They approved the 2021 meeting schedule, amended T-hangar lease terms from 30 days to 12 months, and approved several property transactions, including the sale of Falcon Flight Academy's facilities to Hale Aircraft.

• Approved dedicating access road off East Aviation Way as 'Nation Drive' in memory of Clerk Stephanie Nation (unanimous)
• Elected Joe Rutkiewic as Chairman for 2021 (unanimous)
• Re-elected Hank Moody as Vice-Chairman for 2021 (unanimous)
• Re-elected Lee Moody as Secretary for 2021 (unanimous)
• Appointed Nathan Lee as counsel and Fran Collins as clerk for 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 meeting dates and January 2022 date (unanimous)
• Amended T-hangar lease terms from 30 days to 12 months, removing 'no cause clause' (unanimous)
• Approved sale of Falcon Flight Academy's facilities at 95 Dale Pepper Drive to Hale Aircraft (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to establish leadership appointments, meeting dates, and rules for 2021. The body will also consider several zoning variance requests and infrastructure agreements.

• Sale and Purchase Agreement for property at 45, 47, and 49 Ansley Drive
• Zoning petitions for 64 Lake Zachary Drive, 3700 SR 34 East, 7975 Hwy. 54, and 90 Springwater Shores
• Supplemental Agreement #1 with CHA for Shaw Road and Pete Road Roundabout Project
• Agreement with Norfolk Southern for railroad crossing widening at Joe Cox Road
• Temporary closure of a portion of Marion Beavers Road

Board of Trustees for the Salary Deferral Plan and Employee Matching Plan

The Board of Trustees for the Salary Deferral Plan and Employee Matching Plan is meeting to review service assignments. The board will consider assigning advisory and custodial roles for the DC Plan.

• Request to assign Investment Advisory Services to OneDigital
• Request to assign Custodial Services to Ascensus

Board of Trustees for the Group Pension Plan

The Board of Trustees for the Group Pension Plan will meet to discuss a single action item. The board is considering a request to assign investment advisory services to OneDigital.

• Request to assign investment advisory services to OneDigital

The Coweta County Group Pension Plan Board of Trustees unanimously confirmed the assignment of Investment Advisory Services from BB&T/Truist to OneDigital Investment Advisors, retroactively effective January 1, 2021. The custodial services agreement remains with BB&T, and there are no changes to the fee schedule or terms of the existing agreement. The board also unanimously approved adjournment.

• Confirmed assignment of Investment Advisory Services to OneDigital Investment Advisors, retroactive to Jan 1, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved adjournment (unanimous)