DeKalb County public meetings in 2022

Special Called Meeting

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing proposed legal settlements and a supplemental bond resolution. This resolution involves up to $610 million in Water and Sewerage Revenue Bonds to refinance debt and fund system improvements.

• Proposed settlement of Giles v. Manser
• Proposed settlement of Lydia Williams v. Dekalb County, et al.
• Adoption of Series 2022 Supplemental Bond Resolution up to $610 million
• Refinancing of a $70 million tax anticipation note

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole reviewed and accepted numerous items for the December 13 Board of Commissioners agenda. These items include public hearing requests, contract renewals, and funding appropriations. No final votes on the merits of these proposals were taken during this session.

• Accepted to BOC agenda: Property Right of Way Exchange for Lancaster Road
• Accepted to BOC agenda: Traffic Calming Petitions for Blackwood Road and Mainstreet Park Drive
• Accepted to BOC agenda: Reappointment of Joseph N. Kusmik to the Board of Tax Assessors
• Accepted to BOC agenda: $12M in Federal Funds for Emergency Rental Assistance water bills
• Accepted to BOC agenda: $1.27M in ARPA funds for senior transportation and meals
• Accepted to BOC agenda: $100,000 appropriation for District 1 planning and community events
• Accepted to BOC agenda: $270,000 appropriation for District 2 sidewalks
• Accepted to BOC agenda: $50,000 ARPA appropriation for the Women’s Resource Center to End Domestic Violence

Board of Commissioners - Zoning Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will review several rezoning applications for residential and commercial developments. They will also consider county-wide text amendments regarding small box retailers and updates to the 2050 Comprehensive Plan. Additionally, the board will consider a new transportation plan update.

• Rezoning at 4101 Bouldercrest Road for single-family homes and townhomes
• County-wide update to the DeKalb County 2050 Comprehensive Plan
• Text amendments regarding Small Box Discount Retailers
• Adoption of the 2050 Comprehensive Transportation Plan Update
• Special Land Use Permit for a car wash at 1849 Lawrenceville Highway

Board of Commissioners

The Board is holding a public hearing to authorize the 2022 Service Delivery Strategy. The agenda also includes traffic calming petitions, various appointments, and park funding allocations.

• Public Hearing: Adoption of the 2022 Service Delivery Strategy
• Traffic Calming Petitions for Portsmouth Circle and Ardsley Drive ($24,600)
• Allocation of $131,715 for Rowland Road Park engineering documents
• Resolution requesting Georgia State Budget funding to support the MARTA System
• Reappropriation of up to $5,000,000 in ARP funds for DeKalb Cares

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on various land use requests, including senior housing and a large mixed-use development. The agenda also includes a proposal to increase monthly pension benefits for certain retirees. Additionally, the board will consider appointments to several county boards and authorities.

• Public hearing for Market Square TAD Redevelopment
• Ordinance to increase monthly pension benefits for eligible retirees
• Rezoning 3082 Briarcliff Road for a 392-unit mixed-use development
• Special Land Use Permit for senior housing at 1256 Briarcliff Road
• Abandonment of a 4,681.24 square foot section of right-of-way in Conley

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing several new zoning applications and county-wide plan updates. These include a major update to the DeKalb County 2050 Comprehensive Plan and the adoption of a new transportation plan. The agenda also includes various requests for residential, commercial, and industrial developments.

• Adoption of the 2050 Comprehensive Transportation Plan Update
• Major update to the DeKalb County 2050 Comprehensive Plan
• Mixed-use development at 3458, 3468 and 3478 Mountain Drive with up to 202 apartments
• Rezoning for a distillery at 2179 Bouldercrest Road
• Request for a drive-through car wash at 1849 Lawrenceville Highway

The Planning Commission approved a distillery project and two childcare-related permits. Several rezoning and special use requests for car washes and restaurants were denied, while numerous other items were deferred to future agendas.

• Approved distillery land use and rezoning at 2179 Bouldercrest Road (7-1)
• Approved in-home childcare permit at 6168 Marbut Road with 4 conditions (8-0)
• Approved Child Caring Institution permit at 1193 Sherrington Drive with age limit of 16 (5-3)
• Denied car wash modification and special use permit at 1849 Lawrenceville Highway (7-1)
• Denied drive-through restaurant permit at 3507 Memorial Drive (6-1)
• Denied convenience store rezoning at 8067 Rockbridge Road (8-0)
• Approved 2023-2024 Zoning Calendar and Resolution (8-0)
• Approved senior housing as by-right use in Greater Hidden Hills Overlay District (7-1)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole reviewed and accepted numerous agenda items for the Board of Commissioners, including grant acceptances, contract renewals, and appointments. No final votes were taken on the substantive proposals, as the committee's role is to set the agenda and assign items to specific sub-committees for further review.

• Accepted to BOC agenda: Home Rule Ordinance to increase monthly pension benefits for eligible retirees
• Accepted to BOC agenda: Reappointment of Joel Gottlieb to Public Library Board of Trustees
• Accepted to BOC agenda: Appointment of Internal Auditor to the Office of the Independent Internal Audit
• Accepted to BOC agenda: $214,459 and $603,856 Georgia Department of Public Health grants for MIECHV Program
• Accepted to BOC agenda: $1.5M Department of Justice grant for Community Based Violence Intervention & Prevention
• Accepted to BOC agenda: $100,000 appropriation for Veteran’s Memorial at Brook Run
• Accepted to BOC agenda: $33,000 ARP funding for Stride Ahead, Inc in Little Creek Horse Farm
• Withdrawn: Fire Station No. 27 Purchase of Land Cost Ratification

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on a new tax allocation district and traffic calming petitions. The agenda also includes several appointments to the Housing Authority and allocations of American Rescue Plan funds.

• Public hearing for DeKalb County Tax Allocation District Number Four-Market Square TAD
• Amendment to increase monthly pension benefits for eligible retirees
• $40,500 in ARPA funds for District 3 community programs
• $100,000 in ARPA funds for the Safe America Foundation
• Purchase of 2.46 acres of land for Fire Station No. 16

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review a proposed $540 million bond resolution for water and sewerage infrastructure. The agenda also includes updates on the Kensington Master Plan and several contract awards. Additionally, the committee will consider appointments to the Housing Authority and various public works requests.

• Proposed $540,000,000 bond resolution for Water and Sewerage Revenue Bonds
• Lease of space with Breit Stone Mountain Owner LLC for $3,253,986.27
• Purchase of 1.65 acres of land to construct Fire Station No. 5
• Awarding of 2022 Human Services Grants totaling $617,808
• Abandonment of a 4,681.24 square foot section of right-of-way at 1069 Mountain View Way

The DeKalb County Committee of the Whole met on October 18, 2022, and accepted numerous agenda items to the Board of Commissioners agenda for October 25, 2022. Items included public hearings, appointments, preliminary items, and consent agenda items covering contracts, grants, and policy resolutions. No final votes were taken; all actions were procedural acceptances to the BOC agenda.

• Accepted to BOC agenda: Abandonment of right-of-way at 1069 Mountain View Way (Districts 3 & 6)
• Accepted to BOC agenda: Traffic calming petitions for East Drive and Eleanor Street (Districts 3 & 6)
• Accepted to BOC agenda: Reappointments to Housing Authority of DeKalb County (5 members)
• Accepted to BOC agenda: Purchase of 2.46 acres for Fire Station No. 16 (Districts 3 & 7)
• Accepted to BOC agenda: $540M Water and Sewerage Revenue Bonds, Series 2022
• Accepted to BOC agenda: $617,808 in 2022 Human Services Grants to local non-profits
• Accepted to BOC agenda: $1.88M appropriation from Tourist Product Development CIP for various projects
• Accepted to BOC agenda: Resolution to protect abortion access and reproductive health rights

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding amendments to the 2022 operating budget and a home rule ordinance for pension benefits. The agenda also includes traffic calming petitions and various funding allocations for community programs.

• Public hearing on amending the 2022 operating budget
• Ordinance to increase monthly pension benefits for eligible retirees
• $19,710 for traffic calming on Springdale Rd
• $24,000 from ARP funds for Cowart Family YMCA food assistance
• $20,000 for District 5 Neighborhood Beautification Mini-Grant Program

Special Called Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will review committee reports and upcoming agendas. The meeting includes a proposed settlement for Baptiste v. DeKalb County Sheriff and an amendment regarding the conveyance of Lanier Gardens Park.

• Proposed settlement of Baptiste v. DeKalb County Sheriff
• Amendment to approve conveyance of Lanier Gardens Park to Avondale Estates
• Review of proposed October 11, 2022, Executive Agenda

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing items for the upcoming Board of Commissioners meeting. Proposed agenda items include large-scale contracts for roofing, technology solutions, and wastewater expansion. The committee will also consider public hearing requests regarding traffic calming on Springdale Road and Rockey Valley Drive.

• Traffic Calming Petition for Springdale Rd at a cost of $19,710.00
• Roof maintenance and repair contract not to exceed $2,930,000.00
• Technology solutions contract for hardware and software up to $1,700,000.00
• Snapfinger Advanced Wastewater Treatment Facilities Expansion Phase 2 up to $1,795,139.65
• Purchase of exercise equipment for Fire Rescue Services not to exceed $153,852.20

The DeKalb County Committee of the Whole met on October 4, 2022, to review proposed agenda items for the upcoming Board of Commissioners meeting. All listed items were accepted to the BOC agenda, with many assigned to various committees for further review. No final votes were taken; the meeting was procedural in nature.

• Accepted traffic calming petitions for Springdale Rd ($19,710) and Rockey Valley Dr (no cost) to BOC agenda for public hearing
• Accepted ground lease estoppel certificate for BJS Plaza Fiesta, LLC to BOC agenda, assigned to OPS Committee
• Accepted termination of T-hangar lease with Donald A. Jones and new lease with Angel Flight Soars, Inc. to BOC consent agenda
• Accepted second amended IGA with City of Doraville for economic development to BOC agenda, assigned to PECS Committee
• Accepted ARP funding appropriations to Emory Healthcare and Grady Memorial Hospital to BOC agenda, assigned to PECS Committee
• Accepted amendment to emergency agreement with Atlanta Legal Aid Society for tenant assistance to BOC agenda, assigned to PECS Committee
• Accepted employee near-site clinic and 2023 Medicare retiree health renewals to BOC agenda, assigned to ERPS Committee
• Accepted donation from Korean Central Presbyterian Church ($7,500) to BOC consent agenda

Board of Commissioners - Zoning Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will consider a major update to the DeKalb County 2050 Comprehensive Plan. The agenda also includes requests to rezone properties for film production studios and multi-family residential development. Additionally, several text amendments regarding building heights and retail regulations are scheduled for review.

• Major update to the DeKalb County 2050 Comprehensive Plan (County-wide)
• Rezoning of 5615 Memorial Drive to allow film/movie/tv production studios
• Senior housing permit at 1256 Briarcliff Road with building height up to 101 feet
• Text amendment to increase maximum building height in the OD (Office Distribution) District
• Text amendment for beer, wine, and spirits sales in the Emory Village Overlay

Board of Commissioners

The Board will hold public hearings regarding a small box discount store moratorium extension and several traffic calming petitions. The agenda also includes library board appointments and various fund allocations for infrastructure and community services.

• Public hearing on increasing monthly pension benefits for certain retirees
• Extension of the small box discount store moratorium
• $19,710 for traffic calming at Adelia Pl and Rogeretta Dr
• $135,000 SPLOST funding for Bermuda Road at Stewart Mill Road roundabout
• Acceptance of a $648,006 Victims of Crimes Act grant

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several large-scale infrastructure projects, including major watermain replacements and runway improvements at PDK Airport. The agenda also includes discussions on budget increases for the Special Tax District and various traffic calming petitions.

• On-call water and sewer services contract up to $99,619,477.21
• Scott Boulevard Phase II and III watermain replacement contracts totaling over $45 million
• Runway rehabilitation at DeKalb Peachtree (PDK) Airport for up to $12,668,742.19
• Extension of the Small Box Discount Store Moratorium
• $410,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security for firefighters

The DeKalb County Committee of the Whole met on Sept. 20, 2022, to review and set the proposed agenda for the regular Board of Commissioners meeting scheduled for Sept. 27. The committee accepted dozens of items to the BOC agenda, including public hearings, appeals, preliminary items, and consent agenda items. No final votes were taken; the committee's role was to prepare the agenda for the full board.

• Accepted a small box discount store moratorium extension to the BOC agenda for a public hearing.
• Accepted four traffic calming petitions (Catalpa Park, Edenfield Drive, Adelia Pl/Rogeretta Dr, Hudson Rd) to the BOC agenda for public hearings.
• Accepted two street light petitions (Cannon Walk, Knoll Hollow Road area) to the BOC agenda for public hearings.
• Accepted an appeal of a Historic Preservation Commission decision for 1300 Oxford Road to the BOC agenda.
• Accepted a $18.6M revenue increase and appropriation for the Special Tax District to the BOC preliminary agenda.
• Accepted a $410,000 Assistance to Firefighters Grant from FEMA to the BOC preliminary agenda.
• Accepted a $5.2M contract renewal for self-contained breathing apparatus for Fire Rescue to the BOC preliminary agenda.
• Accepted a $12.7M runway rehabilitation contract at DeKalb Peachtree Airport to the BOC preliminary agenda.

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on amending the 2022 operating budget and increasing certain pension benefits. The agenda includes a resolution to raise the minimum wage for county employees to a living wage. Additionally, the board will consider significant state and federal funding for runway improvements at DeKalb Peachtree Airport.

• Public hearing to amend the 2022 operating budget
• Resolution to raise the minimum wage for DeKalb County employees to a living wage
• Acceptance of $5,023,411.65 in federal and $5,810,818.13 in state funding for airport runway improvements
• Appropriation of $250,000 in ARPA funds to the Stewart Foundation for COVID-19 mitigation
• Approval of a $188,444 grant to expand after-school programs

Planning Commission

The DeKalb County Planning Commission is reviewing several rezoning and land use applications. These include requests for a public charter school, residential changes, and a text amendment to the Emory Village Overlay. The commission will make recommendations to the Board of Commissioners.

• Rezoning 3082 Briarcliff Road to allow 392 multi-family units and retail space
• Special Land Use Permit for a public charter school at 3201 Bolissa Drive
• Text amendment to Emory Village Overlay regarding the sale of beer, wine, and spirits
• Rezoning at 1172 Longshore Drive for single-family attached townhomes
• Request to allow a car wash at 1849 Lawrenceville Highway

The DeKalb County Planning Commission voted on several zoning and land-use cases, forwarding recommendations to the Board of Commissioners for final decisions on October 4, 2022. Approved items included rezoning and land-use plan amendments for single-family homes at 2716 Ellen Way and 1866 Eastfield Street, and for townhomes at 1172 Longshore Drive. Several other items were deferred or withdrawn without prejudice, including a text amendment for the Emory Village Overlay and a special land use permit for a charter school.

• Approved: Land-use plan amendment from Commercial Redevelopment Corridor to Suburban for a single-family house at 2716 Ellen Way (N12).
• Approved: Rezoning from C-1 to R-75 for an existing single-family house at 2716 Ellen Way (N13).
• Approved: Rezoning to O-I for personal care homes and offices at 1866 Eastfield Street (N14).
• Approved: Land-use plan amendment from Suburban to Commercial Redevelopment Corridor for townhomes at 1172 Longshore Drive (N16).
• Approved with conditions: Rezoning from MU-4 to MR-1 for townhomes at 1172 Longshore Drive, including third-party management and assigned parking (N17).
• Deferred full cycle: Rezoning and SLUP for a personal care home at 2336 Wesley Chapel Road to November 2022 (N9, N10).
• Deferred 30 days: Rezoning for a mixed-use development at 3082 Briarcliff Road (N11).
• Withdrawn without prejudice: Text amendment for Emory Village Overlay (D4) and SLUP for a charter school at 3201 Bolissa Drive (N15).

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several proposed contracts and ordinances. Proposed items include infrastructure funding for the DeKalb Peachtree Airport and a large-scale water pipe procurement.

• $19,500,000 contract for ductile iron water pipe from Ferguson Waterworks
• GDOT ($5,023,411.65) and State ($5,810,818.13) funding for airport runway improvements
• $1,050,000 contract with Atlanta Neighborhood Development Partnership, Inc.
• Proposed increase in monthly pension benefits for eligible retirees
• $900,000 contract for red dyed diesel fuel

The Committee of the Whole reviewed and accepted numerous proposed agenda items for the September 13 Board of Commissioners meeting, including public hearings, appointments, and preliminary items. No final votes were taken; all items were assigned to committees or placed on consent agendas for future action.

• Accepted 2022-2131 to amend 2022 operating budget to BOC agenda (public hearing to PECS Committee)
• Accepted 2022-2054 to amend pension code for retiree benefit increase to BOC agenda (public hearing to FAB Committee)
• Accepted 2022-2056 to consider abandonment of 0.14-acre right-of-way east of Palafox Drive to BOC agenda (public hearing)
• Accepted 2022-2088 and 2022-2129 appointments of Cynthia Dunn and Bettye Davis to Library Board of Trustees to BOC agenda (to PECS Committee)
• Accepted 2022-2083 for $5M+ GDOT funding for runway improvements at DeKalb Peachtree Airport to BOC agenda (to OPS Committee)
• Accepted 2022-2153 to appropriate $4,400,184 to Voter Registration & Elections to BOC agenda (to OPS Committee)
• Accepted 2022-1983 for $19.5M ductile iron water pipe contract to Ferguson Waterworks to BOC agenda (to PWI Committee)
• Accepted 2022-2118 resolution to raise minimum wage for county employees to living wage to BOC agenda (to ERPS Committee)

Planning Commission

The DeKalb County Planning Commission is reviewing several land use and zoning applications. These include a five-year update to the 2050 Comprehensive Plan and various requests for residential and commercial rezonings.

• Adoption of a 5-year update to the DeKalb County 2050 Comprehensive Plan
• Rezoning 5615 Memorial Drive for film, movie, and TV production studios
• Special Land Use Permit for senior housing at 1256 Briarcliff Road with increased building height
• Rezoning 2920 North Decatur Road for multi-family residential development
• Text amendment to increase maximum building height in the Office Distribution District

The DeKalb County Planning Commission voted on several zoning items, forwarding recommendations to the Board of Commissioners. Key actions included approving a land use map amendment and rezoning for a multifamily development at 2920 North Decatur Road, approving a church replacement with conditions, and denying a rezoning for single-family homes at 695 Jordan Lane. Several items were deferred, including a text amendment on building heights and a comprehensive plan update.

• Approved land use map amendment from LIND to TC for multifamily development at 2920 N. Decatur Rd. (7-0-1)
• Approved rezoning from M to HR-2 for multifamily development at 2920 N. Decatur Rd. (7-0-1)
• Approved SLUP for new church building at 2345 Shallowford Rd. with three conditions (7-1)
• Approved SLUP for personal care home at 3771 Elkridge Dr. with five conditions (6-2)
• Approved rezoning from R-75 to R-60 for single-family homes at 883 Mountain View Dr. (8-0)
• Denied rezoning from R-75 to RSM for single-family homes at 695 Jordan Lane (8-0)
• Deferred text amendment on OD district building height to BOC (8-0)
• Deferred 2050 Comprehensive Plan update to November agenda (8-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding traffic calming on Blantyre Blvd. The meeting also includes approvals for various county contracts and fund allocations for community programs.

• Public hearing for traffic calming on Blantyre Blvd between Malvern Blvd and Cul-De-Sac
• Up to $2,340,000.00 contract for high visibility reflective safety apparel
• $150,000 contract with Women Moving On, Inc for domestic violence intervention
• $60,000 allocation for DeKalb County Accountability Courts
• $50,000 and $25,000 ARPA fund allocations to community organizations in District 5

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing proposed items for the upcoming Board of Commissioners meeting. The agenda includes a Monkey Pox update from the Public Health Director and various contract renewals. Proposed actions involve significant expenditures for water treatment chemicals, janitorial services, and safety apparel.

• Contract for drinking water chemicals not to exceed $5,321,808.00
• Change order for commercial janitorial services up to $4,784,369.29
• Contract for high visibility reflective safety apparel up to $2,340,000.00
• $150,000 contract with Women Moving On, Inc for domestic violence intervention
• Traffic calming petition for Blantyre Blvd between Malvern Blvd and Cul-De-Sac

The Committee of the Whole reviewed and accepted numerous agenda items for the August 23 Board of Commissioners meeting, including public hearings, consent items, and items assigned to standing committees. No final votes were taken; all actions were agenda-setting. The committee also heard a monkeypox update and a presentation on the Mandela Washington Fellowship Program.

• Accepted traffic calming petition for Blantyre Blvd to BOC public hearing
• Accepted 30+ items to BOC consent agenda, including $150K domestic violence contract and $238,785.90 CARES Act funds for senior meals
• Assigned 20+ purchasing contracts to committees (ERPS, OPS, PECS, PWI) for review
• Accepted sewer upgrade agreements with four developers totaling $819,500 to PWI committee
• Accepted District 4 allocation of $60,000 to Accountability Courts and SPLOST funding for trail design
• Accepted District 5 ARPA allocations of $50,000 to 100 Black Men and $25,000 to SCLC
• Accepted resolution supporting task force to honor Rev. Hosea Williams to PECS committee
• Accepted $303,670 JAG grant and 2023 child support contract to consent agenda

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on rezoning 4994 Rockbridge Road and the 2050 Comprehensive Plan Update. The meeting also includes petitions for traffic calming in multiple districts. Additionally, the board will review allocations of American Rescue Plan funds for community programs.

• Rezoning at 4994 Rockbridge Road from R-100 to R-60
• Traffic calming on Briarwood Dr costing $14,825.00
• Traffic calming on Collier Drive costing $19,900
• $75,000 ARP fund allocation for Soccer in the Streets
• $100,000 ARP fund allocation to Gregory B. Levett, Sr. Family Foundation

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole reviewed and accepted numerous agenda items for the August 9 Board of Commissioners meeting, including public hearings, consent items, and preliminary items. Several items were assigned to standing committees for further review. No final votes were taken; the committee's role was to set the agenda.

• Accepted 2022 Service Delivery Strategy to BOC agenda for public hearing
• Accepted 4 traffic calming petitions to BOC agenda for public hearing
• Accepted airport lease agreements with Jurgen R. Ihns and John M. Garrett to consent agenda
• Accepted SPLOST funds for Fire Station 7 equipment (up to $199,650) to BOC agenda, assigned to ERPS committee
• Accepted $2,764,502.36 change order for SPLOST program management services to BOC agenda, assigned to OPS committee
• Accepted $7,554,975 tree cutting and removal services contract award to BOC agenda, assigned to PWI committee
• Accepted $3,045,848 gas collection system expansion at Seminole Road Landfill to BOC agenda, assigned to PWI committee
• Accepted appointments of Will Childs, Jan Costello, and Richard Pasenow to various boards

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing various proposals including grants, appointments, and service contracts. This includes a large grant for senior services and several infrastructure-related agreements.

• $2,109,586.94 grant from Atlanta Regional Commission for DeKalb Senior Services
• $1,720,784.10 contract for renovation of the 178 Sams Street Facility
• $2,000,000 contract for garbage and recycling roll carts
• Rezoning application for an 11-lot subdivision at 1500 Columbia Drive
• $733,047 contract for sports lighting installation

The DeKalb County Committee of the Whole met on July 19, 2022, to review the proposed executive agenda for the July 26 Board of Commissioners meeting. All listed agenda items were accepted to the BOC agenda, with assignments to various committees. No final decisions were made; the committee's role was to set the agenda.

• Accepted small box discount store moratorium extension to BOC agenda (public hearing)
• Accepted traffic calming petition for Springdale Rd to BOC agenda (public hearing)
• Accepted appointment of Dr. Pamela Scully to Historic Preservation Commission
• Accepted Leadership DeKalb contract to BOC agenda
• Accepted amendment to DCFR Medical Director Contract
• Accepted $2,109,586.94 grant for DeKalb Senior Services
• Accepted FY 2021 Emergency Management Performance Grant of $50,000
• Accepted UASI MOU of $420,638.20

Planning Commission

The DeKalb County Planning Commission is reviewing several deferred zoning amendments and new land use applications. Proposed changes include county-wide updates to regulations for small box retailers and automobile uses, along with a change to the meeting start time. The agenda also includes requests for residential rezonings and a special land use permit for a child day care facility.

• County-wide text amendment for Small Box Discount Retailers
• County-wide text amendment regarding automobile land uses
• Rezoning of 5488 Rockbridge Road to allow detached townhomes
• Special Land Use Permit for a child day care facility at 2167 Newgate Drive
• Rezoning of 7276 Union Grove Road to Light Industrial for a tow yard

Committee of the Whole

The DeKalb County Committee of the Whole met on July 5, 2022, and reviewed the proposed executive agenda for the July 12 Board of Commissioners meeting. All listed items were accepted to the BOC agenda, with most assigned to committees for further review. No final decisions were made; the meeting was procedural, setting the agenda for the upcoming regular meeting.

• Accepted 2050 Comprehensive Plan Update for public hearing
• Accepted traffic calming petition for Otello Avenue (no cost to county)
• Accepted appeals of Historic Preservation Commission decisions for 1300 Oxford Road and 1215 N Decatur Road
• Accepted four T-hangar lease agreements (no cost to county)
• Accepted $618,000 revenue contract with GA DHS for senior/disabled transportation
• Accepted cancellation of OSARP sewer assessment contract (CamKen Consulting)
• Accepted $142,706.83 change order for CAD system (CentralSquare)
• Accepted $30,000 change order for SCBA equipment (MES)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding the 2022 budget revision and ad valorem tax millage rates. The agenda also includes several zoning applications for residential and commercial developments across various districts.

• Public hearing on 2022 Budget Revision and Ad Valorem Tax Millage Rates
• Rezoning of 2717 Whitfield Road to allow single-family detached homes
• Proposed rezoning at 5615 Memorial Drive for film and television production studios
• Allocation of up to $90,000 for the District 3 Senior Home Repair Program
• Allocation of $15,000 in ARPA funds to Be Someone Inc. for a summer program

Committee of the Whole

The Committee will review proposed budget revisions and ad valorem tax millage rates during a public hearing. The agenda also includes several contract renewals, grant acceptances for police and medical examiner services, and district-specific funding allocations.

• Public hearing for 2022 Budget Revision and Ad Valorem Tax Millage Rates
• Contract for vehicle purchases, including automobiles, vans, and trucks, up to $9,431,257.59
• Proposal for Meals on Wheels Atlanta to provide home-delivered meals for seniors up to $3,076,020.00
• Grant acceptance of $276,156.00 for the High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) program
• Rezoning application at 2717 Whitfield Road for single-family detached homes

The DeKalb County Committee of the Whole met on June 21, 2022, and reviewed the proposed executive agenda for the June 28 Board of Commissioners meeting. All listed agenda items were accepted to the BOC agenda, with most assigned to committees for further review. No final decisions were made; the meeting was procedural, setting the agenda for the upcoming BOC meeting.

• Accepted 2022 Budget Revision and Ad Valorem Tax Millage Rates for public hearing
• Accepted consent items including grant acceptances (CDC $25,019, HIDTA $276,156) and contract renewals
• Assigned multiple purchasing and contracting items to committees (ERPS, OPS, PECS, PWI, FAB) for review
• Accepted appointments including Louisa Tovar to District 1 Community Council and Elisa Murphy as Ethics Officer
• Accepted District 3 CARES funding for senior home repairs ($90,000) and concert series ($10,000)
• Accepted District 5 ARP funding for Be Someone Inc. ($15,000) for summer violence prevention program
• Accepted District 6 ARP appropriations for Clarkston Shores, school HVAC, and Soccer in the Streets
• Accepted objection to proposed annexation of 17 acres into City of Atlanta

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider several zoning modifications and public hearings regarding local land use. The board will also review various county appointments and approve several grant allocations. A key item involves reallocating federal funds to reopen the Tenant Landlord Assistance Coalition program.

• $25,000,000 reallocation of federal Emergency Rental Assistance funds
• Special Land Use Permit for a personal care home at 3956 Ambrose Ridge Court
• Zoning modifications for Kensington Road and Memorial Drive
• $75,000 allocation to the Arabia Mountain Heritage Alliance
• Traffic calming petition for Portsmouth Circle and Ardsley Drive

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing various proposals, including zoning modifications for Kensington Road and Memorial Drive. The agenda also includes discussions on airport funding, traffic calming petitions, and several large-scale county contracts.

• Zoning modification for 3383-3391 Kensington Road and 4150-4200 Memorial Drive
• $12,729,048.82 contract for road resurfacing projects
• $29,482,500.00 contract for wastewater treatment plant maintenance
• $6,363,288.00 contract for water treatment chemicals
• Traffic calming petition for Portsmouth Circle and Ardsley Drive

The Committee of the Whole reviewed and accepted numerous items for the June 14 Board of Commissioners agenda, including a $25 million federal Emergency Rental Assistance appropriation to reopen the Tenant Landlord Assistance Coalition program on June 22. All listed agenda items were accepted to the BOC agenda, with most assigned to committees for further review. No final votes were taken; the meeting was procedural in nature.

• Accepted $25M ERA appropriation to BOC agenda (Consent)
• Accepted $12.7M LMIG road resurfacing contract to BOC agenda (PWI)
• Accepted $29.5M wastewater treatment maintenance contract to BOC agenda (PWI)
• Accepted $5.18M vehicle parts contract to BOC agenda (OPS)
• Accepted $469,301 crawler dozer purchase to BOC agenda (OPS)
• Accepted $15.9M sewer rehabilitation change order to BOC agenda (PWI)
• Accepted gun violence resolution to BOC agenda (ERPS)
• Accepted affordable housing resolution to BOC agenda (PECS)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding an extension to the small box discount store moratorium. The agenda also includes reviewing various appointments, grant allocations from American Rescue Plan funds, and several county contracts.

• Public hearing for Small Box Discount Store Moratorium Extension
• Appointment of J. Caroline Freeman as Associate Judge with a $129,377 annual salary
• $200,000 grant for Building Opportunities for Out-of-School Time Summer program
• $125,000 contract with Construction Education Foundation of Georgia for Juvenile Court
• Amendment to recognize General Election Day as a paid county holiday

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several proposed contracts and public hearing items. These include funding for sewer rehabilitation, tire procurement, and park repairs. The committee will also consider appointments and moratorium extensions.

• Small Box Discount Store Moratorium Extension
• $29,190,530.39 contract for sewer line rehabilitation and construction
• $3,350,000.00 contract for the purchase of tires and repair services
• $422,066.03 for boardwalk repairs at Constitution Lakes Park
• $18,782,452.91 for annual water and sewer construction

The DeKalb County Committee of the Whole met on May 17, 2022, and reviewed the proposed executive agenda for the May 24 Board of Commissioners meeting. All listed agenda items were accepted to the BOC agenda, with most assigned to committees for further review. No final votes were taken; the meeting was procedural in nature.

• Accepted small box discount store moratorium extension to BOC agenda (public hearing)
• Accepted appointment of Patrice L. Basanta-Henry, MD to Fulton-DeKalb Hospital Authority (Grady) to BOC agenda
• Accepted three T-hangar lease agreements (Murray Forbes, Michael C. Powell) and termination (Jim Flock) to BOC consent agenda
• Accepted resolution for ACCG firefighter cancer insurance membership to BOC agenda
• Accepted donation of firefighting gear to Terry Farrell Firefighters Fund (est. $5,000) to BOC consent agenda
• Accepted deannexation request for 250 West Parkwood Road to BOC agenda
• Accepted approval/ratification of HEH Paving road resurfacing contract ($76,254.15) to BOC agenda
• Accepted GDOT memorandum for Covington Highway street lights to BOC agenda

Planning Commission

The DeKalb County Planning Commission is reviewing several rezoning applications and text amendments. These include proposals for mixed-use development, residential subdivisions, and a potential film production studio. The commission will also consider county-wide changes to cottage size regulations.

• Rezoning 2050 Lawrenceville Highway for mixed retail, office, and residential use
• Rezoning 1500 Columbia Drive for an 11-lot single-family home subdivision
• Rezoning 5615 Memorial Drive to allow film/movie/tv production studios
• Rezoning 373 Stone Mountain-Lithonia Road for a 26-unit senior housing community
• County-wide text amendment regarding the maximum size of single-family cottages

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review several deferred zoning applications and new development requests. Key items include county-wide text amendments regarding retail regulations and density increases in the Northlake Overlay District. The meeting also includes applications for new residential and medical office developments.

• County-wide text amendment to regulate Small Box Discount Retailers
• Density increase from 30 to 60 units per acre in Northlake Overlay District Tier 2
• Rezoning at 4994 Rockbridge Road for single-family detached residences
• Medical office and drive-through proposal at 1799 Clairmont Road
• Personal care home application at 518 Lake Michele Court

The DeKalb County Planning Commission voted on several zoning items, forwarding recommendations to the Board of Commissioners. Key approvals included a text amendment to increase residential density in the Northlake Overlay District from 30 to 60 units per acre, and a rezoning for a townhome community at 1493 LaVista Road. Several items were deferred to future agendas, including a rezoning at 4994 Rockbridge Road and a text amendment on small box discount retailers.

• Approved Northlake Overlay density increase to 60 units/acre (7-0)
• Approved LaVista Road rezoning to MR-2 with 14 conditions (6-0-1)
• Approved SLUP for Glowbar ATL late-night lounge with 2 conditions (6-0-1)
• Approved LaVista Road land use plan amendment to NC (5-0-1-1)
• Approved synagogue SLUP modification with 12 conditions (5-1-1)
• Deferred Rockbridge Road rezoning to July 2022 (7-0)
• Deferred small box retailer text amendment to July 2022 (7-0)
• Deferred Bouldercrest Road rezoning to July 2022 (7-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing proposed agenda items for the May 10, 2022, Board of Commissioners meeting. Proposed discussions include traffic calming petitions, airport lease agreements, and several large-scale county contracts.

• $21,185,943.45 contract for Seminole Road Landfill Cell construction
• $844,800 purchase of twelve dump trailers for Watershed Management
• Traffic calming petitions for Lullwater Rd ($44,230) and Snapfinger Lake Drive area ($29,330)
• $176,891 contract for a new truck for Public Works-Roads and Drainage
• $94,306.12 purchase of four Harley Davidson motorcycles for Police Services

The Committee of the Whole reviewed and accepted numerous agenda items for the upcoming Board of Commissioners meeting, including traffic calming petitions, airport leases, and various contracts. No final decisions were made; items were forwarded to committees or the full board for action.

• Accepted traffic calming petition for Lullwater Rd ($44,230) to BOC public hearing
• Accepted traffic calming petition for Stoneleigh Hill Rd (no cost) to BOC public hearing
• Accepted traffic calming petition for Snapfinger Lake Dr ($29,330) to BOC public hearing
• Accepted airport T-hangar lease termination with Dean L. Gambill Jr. to consent agenda
• Accepted sale of permanent easement to Atlanta Gas Light at DeKalb Peachtree Airport to consent agenda
• Accepted $1M appropriation for community-based violence reduction programs to ERPS committee
• Accepted $21.19M Seminole Road Landfill cell construction contract to PWI committee
• Accepted $2M GDOT water/sewer project agreement to PWI committee

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding rezoning at 2717 Whitfield Road. The agenda also includes several appointments and various funding allocations. Additionally, the board will review a supplement grant for public safety officials.

• Public hearing for rezoning 2717 Whitfield Road to allow single-family homes
• $2,015,794 grant for Public Safety Officials and First Responders Supplement
• $850,000 transfer from the General Fund to the Senior Citizens Grant Fund
• Up to $50,000 ARP allocation to Decatur Family YMCA for essential needs
• Appointment of Joseph N. Kusmik to the Board of Tax Assessors

Special Called Meeting

The Board of Commissioners is holding a special called meeting to discuss the DeKalb County 2050 Unified Plan. This item is scheduled under the Committee of the Whole portion of the agenda.

• DeKalb County 2050 Unified Plan

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing preliminary items for the upcoming Board of Commissioners meeting. Proposed actions include approving a $2 million public safety grant, various equipment contracts, and fund transfers for senior services. The committee will also consider a rezoning request for residential development in District 3.

• $2,015,794 grant for Public Safety Officials and First Responders
• $2,731,361 contract for maintenance, repair, and operating supplies
• $850,000 transfer from the General Fund to the Senior Citizens Grant Fund
• Rezoning application at 2717 Whitfield Road for single-family homes
• $50,000 federal fund allocation to Decatur Family YMCA

The DeKalb County Committee of the Whole met on April 19, 2022, to review the proposed executive agenda for the April 26 Board of Commissioners meeting. All items were either accepted to the consent agenda or assigned to committees for further review. No final decisions were made; the meeting was procedural in nature.

• Accepted 5 airport lease agreements to consent agenda
• Accepted $850,000 transfer for Senior Services to consent agenda
• Accepted $2,015,794 Public Safety Officials and First Responders Supplement Grant to ERPS committee
• Accepted Panola Road Scoping Study IGA with City of Stonecrest to PWI committee
• Accepted $386,000 Vigilant Solutions speed detection equipment contract to ERPS committee
• Accepted $691,527.57 CommVault backup system change order to OPS committee
• Accepted $1,315,000 painting and wallpapering services renewal to OPS committee
• Accepted $5,000,000 temporary personnel services change order to ERPS committee

Special Called Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will review committee reports and GSU findings regarding small box discount retail. The meeting also includes reviewing upcoming agendas and a proposed settlement for a workers' compensation claim.

• Presentation of GSU Findings Related to Small Box Discount Retail
• Proposed settlement of Glen Ellis workers’ compensation claim
• Review of the April 12, 2022, proposed executive agenda

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing proposed contracts, appointments, and fund allocations. The agenda includes updates to staffing services, infrastructure projects, and community grants. The committee will also review findings related to small box discount retail.

• Change order for temporary personnel services not to exceed $5,000,000.00
• Oracle HCM Cloud System implementation up to $1,694,940.00
• North Decatur Road roundabout improvements up to $627,165.71
• Buford Hwy/SR13 water and sewer project increase of $1,825,771.89
• Appointment of Joseph N. Kusmik to the Board of Tax Assessors

Board of Commissioners - Zoning Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will review several deferred zoning cases and new applications. This includes county-wide text amendments regarding automobile land uses and small box discount retailers. The board will also consider specific property rezonings and special land use permits.

• County-wide text amendments for automobile land uses
• County-wide text amendments for Small Box Discount Retailers
• Major modification of site plan at 3458 Mountain Drive
• Rezoning from R-100 to RSM at 2717 Whitfield Road
• Special Land Use Permit for a car wash at 3644 Memorial Drive

Special Called Meeting

This special meeting includes procedural actions to convene and adjourn sessions. The primary substantive item is a proposal to rescind the February 1, 2022, appointment of the Chief Audit Executive to the Office of the Independent Internal Audit.

• Rescinding the February 1, 2022, appointment of the Chief Audit Executive (2022-1390)
• Convening a Special Called Meeting (2022-1385)
• Convening an Executive Session Meeting (2022-1386)

Planning Commission

The DeKalb County Planning Commission is reviewing several rezoning and land use applications. These include requests for residential developments, a new cell tower, and changes to commercial usage. The commission will also consider a text amendment regarding density in the Northlake Overlay District.

• Rezoning 4226 Glenwood Road from C-1 to MR-2 for townhomes and single-family units
• Special Land Use Permit for a 150-foot cell tower at 3810 Waldrop Road
• Rezoning 1726 Panola Road from R-100 to C-1 for restaurant use
• Text amendment to increase Northlake Overlay District density from 30 to 60 units per acre
• Land Use Plan amendment for 1493 and 1501 LaVista Road from SUB to NC

Special Called Meeting

The DeKalb County Board of Commissioners will hold a special called meeting and an executive session. The agenda includes a proposed settlement regarding the case Bradley et al. v. Benton et al.

• Proposed settlement of Bradley et al. v. Benton et al. (Civil Action No. 1:18cv01518)
• Convening a special called meeting
• Convening an executive session

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing several deferred zoning cases and new applications. These include county-wide text amendments regarding automobile land uses and small box discount retailers. The commission will also consider specific property rezonings and special land use permits.

• County-wide text amendments for automobile land uses
• County-wide text amendments for Small Box Discount Retailers
• Rezoning of 2717 Whitfield Road for single-family homes
• Car wash modification and permit at 3644 Memorial Drive
• Relocation of an accessory crematory at 2773 N. Decatur Road

The DeKalb County Planning Commission met on March 1, 2022, and took action on several zoning items. It approved a Special Land Use Permit for A.S. Turner & Sons to relocate a crematory at 2773 N. Decatur Road, with one condition. Several items were deferred to future agendas, including a county-wide text amendment on automobile land uses (to July 2022) and other items to May 2022. Two applications were withdrawn without prejudice at the applicant's request.

• Approved SLUP for crematory relocation at 2773 N. Decatur Rd (9-0)
• Deferred text amendment on automobile land uses to July 2022 (8-0)
• Deferred text amendment on small box discount retailers to May 2022 (7-0, 1 abstain)
• Deferred rezoning at 2717 Whitfield Rd to May 2022 (8-0, 1 abstain)
• Deferred car wash modification at 3644 Memorial Dr to May 2022 (9-0)
• Deferred SLUP for car wash at 3644 Memorial Dr to May 2022 (9-0)
• Withdrawn without prejudice: rezoning at 2551 McAfee Rd (9-0)
• Withdrawn without prejudice: SLUP for art summer camp at 203 Rio Circle (9-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing items for the upcoming Board of Commissioners meeting. The agenda includes a MARTA briefing, the county's state of health, and several proposed contracts. Proposed items also include public hearings regarding traffic calming and land use permits.

• Reallocation of $25,000,000 in federal Emergency Rental Assistance funds
• Contract for public safety uniforms not to exceed $1,408,000.00
• $250,000 appropriation from District 6 ARP funds for Tekton Career Training
• Traffic calming petition for Adelia Place and Rogeretta Drive
• Special Land Use Permit application for a personal care home at 3956 Ambrose Ridge Court

The Committee of the Whole reviewed and accepted numerous agenda items for the upcoming Board of Commissioners meeting, including a $25 million federal emergency rental assistance appropriation, multiple contract renewals and awards, and several district-specific ARP fund allocations. No final decisions were made; all items were forwarded to the full BOC or assigned to committees for further review.

• Accepted $25M ERA federal funds appropriation for BOC consent agenda
• Accepted appointments to Perimeter CID and DeKalb Regional Land Bank boards
• Accepted $200K ARP allocation for Decatur Cooperative Ministries (District 5)
• Accepted $100K ARP allocation for vaccination incentives (District 5)
• Accepted $50K ARP allocation for Clarkston Development Foundation (District 6)
• Accepted $250K ARP allocation for Tekton Career Training (District 6)
• Accepted $10K appropriation for Atlanta Community Food Bank (District 7)
• Accepted $100K appropriation for DeKalb Convention & Visitors Bureau (District 7)

Special Called Meeting

The DeKalb County Board of Commissioners met to discuss proposed legal settlements. These include a settlement regarding Hector Carranza’s claims and a settlement involving Duininck, Inc. related to the Mystery Valley Bunker Renovation Project.

• Proposed settlement of Hector Carranza’s claims in Civil Action No. 18cv8728
• Proposed settlement of claims by Duininck, Inc. regarding the Mystery Valley Bunker Renovation Project

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several proposed items, including public hearings for traffic calming and historic preservation. The agenda includes numerous contract approvals ranging from technology maintenance to infrastructure projects. It also covers the acceptance of various grants and donations.

• $72,000,000 contract for on-call engineering services
• $6,047,700 contract for sanitary sewer easement clearing
• $2,885,000 contract for NH Scott Recreation Center pool renovations
• Public hearing for an amendment to the Historic Preservation Ordinance
• $2,000,000 contract for computers, laptops, and scanners

The Committee of the Whole reviewed and accepted numerous agenda items for the February 22, 2022, Board of Commissioners meeting. All items were accepted to the BOC agenda, with most assigned to standing committees for further review. No final decisions were made; the committee's role was to set the agenda.

• Accepted two traffic calming petitions (Lullwater Rd, Mulberry Ln) to the BOC agenda for public hearing.
• Accepted a Historic Preservation Ordinance amendment to the BOC agenda for public hearing.
• Accepted multiple airport lease agreements and a $148,000 FAA grant to the BOC agenda.
• Accepted a $2,000,000 change order for Dell computers to the BOC agenda.
• Accepted a $72,000,000 on-call engineering services contract award to the BOC agenda.
• Accepted a $8,721,095.58 sewer rehabilitation contract to the BOC agenda.
• Accepted a $17,500 feasibility study for the Georgia Air and Space Museum to the BOC agenda.
• Accepted a resolution to create an affordable housing advisory committee to the BOC agenda.

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding the 2022 operating budget and stormwater chapter updates. The agenda also includes decisions on rezoning applications and various district-specific funding appropriations.

• Public hearing to adopt the 2022 Operating Budget
• Rezoning application for single-family cottages at 3943 Norman Road
• $50,000 appropriation to Prospera for Latino entrepreneurship support
• Addition of a $286,116 mobile precinct vehicle to the police fleet
• Approval of a redistricting plan for the Board of Commissioners

Special Called Meeting

The DeKalb County Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting to review committee reports and upcoming agendas. The agenda includes discussing a proposed settlement for Tukes v. Maddox and the appointment of an Internal Auditor.

• Proposed settlement of Tukes v. Maddox (Civil Action No. 1:19cv1350)
• Appointment of the Internal Auditor to the Office of the Independent Internal Audit
• Review of the February 8, 2022, Proposed Executive Agenda
• Decide Dekalb Quarterly Update

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing items for the upcoming Board of Commissioners meeting. Proposed actions include adopting the 2022 Operating Budget and several traffic calming petitions. The committee will also consider new police vehicle purchases and various service contracts.

• Adoption of the 2022 Operating Budget
• Purchase of a mobile precinct for the Police Department ($286,116)
• IT hardware and software contract with CDW Government, LLC (up to $1,000,000)
• Traffic calming petitions for Alford Way, Collier Drive, and Browns Mill Ferry Road
• Ratification of architectural and engineering design services contract (up to $777,959)

The DeKalb County Committee of the Whole met on February 1, 2022, and reviewed the proposed executive agenda for the February 8 Board of Commissioners meeting. All listed agenda items were accepted to the BOC agenda, with several assigned to committees for further review. No final decisions were made; the meeting was procedural, setting the agenda for the upcoming regular meeting.

• Accepted 2022-1043 (2022 Operating Budget) to BOC agenda for public hearing
• Accepted 2022-1012 (Post-Construction Stormwater Chapter 14 Updates) to BOC agenda for public hearing
• Accepted three traffic calming petitions (Alford Way, Collier Drive, Browns Mill Ferry Road) to BOC agenda for public hearing
• Accepted appointments to Merit System Council (Janice L. Henck, Deborah A. Jackson) and Regional Emergency Services Council (Kimberly Bullock-Unangst) to ERPS committee
• Removed 2022-1078 (Transport/Medical Assessment Fees) from agenda
• Accepted police fleet additions (mobile precinct $286,116, 15-passenger van $40,553.45) to ERPS committee
• Accepted multiple purchasing and contracting items to OPS, PWI, and PECS committees
• Accepted redistricting resolution (2022-1205) to BOC preliminary agenda

Board of Commissioners - Zoning Meeting

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing various land use requests, including residential rezonings and new commercial permits. The meeting also includes proposed county-wide amendments to the zoning ordinance regarding permit criteria and variances.

• Rezoning 1484 Columbia Drive for single-family attached townhomes
• Rezoning 3795 North Druid Hills Road for a drive-through restaurant
• Rezoning 3943 Norman Road for cottages and duplexes
• County-wide text amendment to modify SLUP evaluation criteria
• SLUP application for a personal care home at 2038 Mallard Way

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on several items, including a small box store moratorium extension and traffic calming petitions. The agenda also includes the allocation of funds for mortgage assistance and various appointments.

• $2,250,000 appropriation for COVID-19 mortgage assistance to three non-profit agencies
• Public hearing on small box discount store moratorium extension
• $39,260 traffic calming petition for Oakdale Rd between N. Decatur Rd and The By Way
• $948,536.61 Securing the Cities (STC) Grant Program
• Resolution to abandon a 0.066-acre section of Oxford Road NE Right of Way

Special Called Meeting

The DeKalb County Board of Commissioners held a work session to review committee reports and upcoming meeting agendas. The session included reviews of the proposed January 25, 2022, executive agenda and the preliminary Board of Commissioners agenda.

• Review of proposed January 25, 2022, executive agenda
• Review of Board of Commissioners preliminary agenda
• Committee reports

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole reviewed proposed items for the upcoming Board of Commissioners meeting. Discussion included infrastructure contracts, police grants, and funding for COVID-19 mortgage assistance. The committee also reviewed a request to issue up to $140 million in Tax Anticipation Notes.

• $24,743,700.00 construction management services contract for Watershed Management
• $6,307,432.99 multiyear contract for sidewalks and roadways
• $2,250,000 appropriation for COVID-19 mortgage assistance
• $140,000,000 issuance of Tax Anticipation Notes
• $39,260.00 traffic calming petition for Oakdale Rd

The DeKalb County Committee of the Whole met on January 18, 2022, to review the proposed executive agenda for the January 25, 2022 Board of Commissioners meeting. All listed items were accepted to the BOC agenda, with most assigned to committees for further review. No final decisions were made; the meeting was procedural in nature.

• Accepted small box discount store moratorium extension to BOC agenda (public hearing)
• Accepted traffic calming petition for Oakdale Rd ($39,260) to BOC agenda (public hearing)
• Accepted street light petitions for Columbia Oaks Way and Briarcliff Road to BOC agenda (public hearings)
• Accepted six airport office space agreements to BOC consent agenda
• Accepted $2.25M CDBG-CV funds for COVID-19 mortgage assistance to BOC agenda (assigned to PECS)
• Accepted $5.72M sidewalks and roadways contract award to BOC agenda (assigned to PWI)
• Accepted $24.74M construction management services RFP award to BOC agenda (assigned to PWI)
• Accepted $140M tax anticipation notes resolution to BOC agenda (assigned to OPS)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing several financial and administrative items. This includes authorizing up to $140 million in Tax Anticipation Notes and ratifying purchases for COVID-19 rapid test kits. The board will also consider allocating ARPA funds for community needs in District 4.

• Authorization of up to $140,000,000 in Tax Anticipation Notes
• Ratification of COVID-19 rapid test kit purchases up to $1,789,600
• Allocation of up to $150,000 in ARPA funds for District 4 community needs
• Acceptance of a $55,000 Violence Against Women Act grant
• $7,500,000 contract for county vehicle and equipment repairs

Planning Commission

The DeKalb County Planning Commission is reviewing several deferred cases regarding property rezonings and land use permits. These include proposals for single-family attached townhomes, a drive-through restaurant, and new residential subdivisions. The commission will also consider county-wide text amendments to zoning ordinances.

• Rezoning 1484 Columbia Drive for single-family attached townhomes
• Rezoning 3795 North Druid Hills Road for a drive-through restaurant
• Special Land Use Permit for a drive-through facility at 3795 North Druid Hills Road
• Rezoning 3943 Norman Road for cottages and duplexes
• County-wide text amendments to SLUP and ZBOA criteria

The DeKalb County Planning Commission heard seven deferred zoning cases and made recommendations to the Board of Commissioners. It approved a rezoning for townhomes at 1484 Columbia Drive (withdrawn without prejudice), a drive-through restaurant at 3795 North Druid Hills Road (with conditions), a mixed-use rezoning at 3943 Norman Road, a subdivision at 5277 Rockbridge Road, and a variance criteria text amendment. It denied a SLUP text amendment and deferred a SLUP for the drive-through. All items move to the Board of Commissioners on January 27, 2022.

• Withdrawn without prejudice: rezoning for townhomes at 1484 Columbia Drive (8-0, Moore absent)
• Approved with conditions: rezoning to C-1 for drive-through restaurant at 3795 North Druid Hills Road (9-0)
• Deferred to Board of Commissioners: SLUP for drive-through at 3795 North Druid Hills Road (8-0, Snipes abstained)
• Approved with conditions: rezoning to RSM at 3943 Norman Road (9-0)
• Approved: rezoning to R-75 at 5277 Rockbridge Road (7-1, West no, Snipes abstained)
• Denied: SLUP criteria text amendment (9-0)
• Approved: variance criteria text amendment (9-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing proposed items for the upcoming Board of Commissioners meeting. This includes a resolution for up to $140 million in Tax Anticipation Notes and several large-scale service contracts. The agenda also covers COVID-19 updates and airport lease terminations.

• Resolution for up to $140,000,000 in Tax Anticipation Notes, including a $70,000,000 loan for the Watershed Department
• Proposed $10,746,000 contract for SCADA controls and instrumentation at water and wastewater plants
• Allocation of up to $150,000 in ARPA funds for District 4 community needs like housing and food distribution
• Up to $7,500,000 contract for repairs to various County vehicles and equipment
• Termination of several T-Hangar lease agreements at the DeKalb Peachtree Airport

The Committee of the Whole reviewed and accepted numerous items for the upcoming Board of Commissioners agenda, including a $140 million tax anticipation note, COVID rapid test kit purchases, and various contracts. No final decisions were made; items were assigned to committees or placed on the consent agenda. The meeting was procedural, setting the agenda for the January 11, 2022 BOC meeting.

• Accepted $140M tax anticipation note for BOC agenda, assigned to FAB committee
• Accepted $1.79M COVID rapid test kit purchase ratification for consent agenda
• Accepted $7.5M vehicle repair contract award to 56 vendors, assigned to OPS
• Accepted $10.746M SCADA controls contract, assigned to PWI
• Accepted $150K ARPA funds allocation for District 4 community organizations
• Accepted $55K Violence Against Women Act grant for DA's office
• Accepted $216,241 CARES Act grant for accountability courts housing
• Accepted four T-hangar lease terminations for consent agenda

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing several new zoning and land use applications. These include requests for personal care homes, a car wash, an alcohol outlet, and residential rezonings. The commission will make recommendations to the Board of Commissioners.

• Rezoning 2717 Whitfield Road from R-100 to RSM for single-family homes
• Personal care home permit at 2038 Mallard Way
• Alcohol outlet application at 971 N. Hairston Road
• Drive-through car wash proposal at 3644 Memorial Drive
• Child daycare permit at 3640 Platina Park Court