Griffin, IN

City of Griffin Board of Commissioners

The Griffin Board of Commissioners will consider several contracts and purchases, including a $4.39 million, seven-year agreement with Axon for police body cameras, tasers, and software. Other items include buying police vehicles, environmental monitoring, and engineering services. The meeting also includes citizen comments and reports from the city manager and commissioners.

• Axon Enterprise contract: $4,391,332.62 over 7 years for body cameras, in-car cameras, drones, tasers, and evidence.com software
• Purchase of 8 Ford Interceptor police vehicles: $388,000 from Wade Ford
• Purchase of 4 Ford F-150 police vehicles: $215,200 from Akins Ford Dodge
• Blanket purchase order for Shoal Creek Landfill: $275,147 to Innovative Engineering Strategies
• Potato Creek Sewer Rehabilitation engineering: $293,680 task order with LJA Engineering

Griffin Main Street Program Board

The Griffin Main Street Program Board will approve minutes from July 22, 2026, and review the Main Street Program Fund financial report ending July 31, 2026. The meeting includes a recap of the 2026 Georgia Downtown Conference and updates on workplan projects. Carley Pope will be introduced as the new Main Street Program Manager and Downtown Engagement Coordinator, followed by partner updates from various local commissions and boards.

• Approval of minutes from the July 22, 2026 meeting
• Review of the Main Street Program Fund ending July 31, 2026
• Introduction of Carley Pope as new Main Street Program Manager & Downtown Engagement Coordinator
• Recap of attending the 2026 Georgia Downtown Conference in Rome, August 17-20
• Updates from Griffin-Spalding Chamber of Commerce, Spalding County Commission, City of Griffin Commission, Historic Preservation Commission, Downtown Development Authority, and Griffin Downtown Council

Griffin Environmental Council

The Griffin Environmental Council will discuss the condition of trees on Maple Drive, including plans for removing diseased trees and reforestation. The council will also brainstorm community outreach ideas, such as recycling and quarterly cleanup events, and discuss an upcoming Electric Department presentation.

• Discussion of diseased trees on Maple Drive and removal/reforestation plans
• Brainstorming community outreach: recycling events and quarterly cleanups
• Discussion of Electric Department presentation to the council

The Griffin Environmental Council discussed the upcoming removal of diseased trees on Maple Drive and agreed to arrange a town hall for the community. Members also brainstormed outreach ideas, including paint and tire recycling events and quarterly cleanups, with follow-up actions assigned. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only votes were to approve the agenda and adjourn.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)
• Agreed to arrange town hall on Maple Drive tree removal
• Assigned Claire Haulk to contact Solid Waste about paint recycling
• Assigned Eva Morales to research tire recycling grant

City of Griffin Board of Commissioners

The City of Griffin Board of Commissioners will review financial reports, approve minutes, and consider several purchases and agreements, including a $150,500 blanket purchase order for electrical materials, a $74,600 water testing contract, and a $384,500 street sweeper. They will also discuss an easement agreement, a settlement for property damage, and an executive session for property negotiations.

• Blanket purchase order of $150,500 to Gresco Utility Supply Inc. for electrical materials
• Purchase agreement with Eurofins Environmental Testing Southeast, LLC for water testing supplies and services up to $74,600
• Settlement of $1,401.40 for city property damage at E. Solomon St. & 6th St.
• Purchase of 2026 Schwarze A9 Street Sweeper for $384,500 from Tractor & Equipment Company
• Easement agreement with Central Georgia EMC for electric and fiber optic lines on Wilson Road

Griffin-Spalding County Airport Authority

The Griffin-Spalding County Airport Authority is meeting to discuss airport business, including an update on the new replacement GS-Regional Airport from Croy Engineering. The board will also consider approval of grant and non-budgeted expenditures, review the operations report, and discuss a budget re-tasking request related to obstructions.

• Update on new replacement GS-Regional Airport by Croy Engineering
• Approval of grant and non-budgeted expenditures for July 2026
• 6A2 Operations Report for July 2026
• Request for budget allocation re-tasking for overgrowth and close-in obstructions

The Griffin-Spalding County Airport Authority approved re-tasking up to $26,250 in FY26 funds originally earmarked for fencing and gates to address close-in obstructions from trees and overgrowth encroaching on runway and taxiway safety areas. The board also approved the July 2026 minutes and grant/non-budgeted expenditures, and received updates on the new regional airport and operations. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

• Approved minutes of July 13, 2026 meeting (7-0)
• Approved grant and non-budgeted expenditures for July 2026 (7-0)
• Approved re-tasking up to $26,250 for tree/overgrowth removal (7-0)

Griffin Downtown Development Authority

The Griffin Downtown Development Authority holds its monthly meeting to review finances, discuss grant programs, and consider an updated Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for Broad Street properties. The board will also receive updates on the downtown hotel project and facade and business assistance grants. The agenda is largely routine, with the main action item being the Broad Street RFQ approval.

• Consideration for approval of updated RFQ for Broad Street properties
• Discussion on facade grant language to allow more flexibility on applications
• Review of existing facade grants and General Business Assistance grants
• Review of financial data and account balances for July 2026
• Monthly downtown hotel project update

The Griffin Downtown Development Authority approved sending out a finalized Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for the E. Broad Street properties, with a start date of September 8 and a closing date of December 8. The board also approved the minutes of the July 20 meeting and reviewed financial balances for July 2026. No other substantive decisions were made; several items were deferred to the September meeting.

• Approved finalized E. Broad Street RFQ with Sept 8 start and Dec 8 closing (6-0)
• Approved minutes of July 20 DDA meeting (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Community Block Development Grant

The City of Griffin is soliciting qualifications and proposals for two contracts related to its Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program: one for preliminary engineering, design, and construction administration, and another for grant writing and administrative services. Proposals are due by September 4, 2026. The meeting is scheduled for September 1, 2026, at 100 S. Hill Street.

• Request for Qualifications for preliminary engineering, design, and construction administration (closing Sept 4, 2026)
• Request for Qualifications for grant writing and administrative services (closing Sept 4, 2026)

City of Griffin Board of Commissioners

The City of Griffin Board of Commissioners will vote on a resolution to acquire 224 E. Broad Street via condemnation for a public parking lot. The agenda also includes a $322,524.10 repair for a fire-damaged D8 Dozer and a $47,200 contract for golf course bridge replacement. Additionally, the board will consider rezoning 614 North 6th Street from Medium Density Residential to Planned Commercial Development.

• Resolution to condemn 224 E. Broad Street for a public parking lot
• $322,524.10 purchase order to Yancey Bros. for D8 Dozer fire damage repair
• $47,200 task order to LJA for golf cart bridge replacement at hole 18
• Rezoning of 614 North 6th Street from Medium Density Residential to Planned Commercial Development
• $127,371.60 emergency procurement for 60 RDIMM memory modules

The Griffin Board of Commissioners approved a special use permit for a Place of Assembly at 450 Carver Road and a rezoning of 0.45 acres at 614 North 6th Street to Planned Commercial Development, both by 7-0 votes. The board also approved a consent agenda and several contracts, including a $322,524.10 purchase order for D8 Dozer repair, a $127,371.60 emergency procurement of memory modules, and a $47,200.00 task order for golf cart bridge replacement. Commissioner Murray abstained from approving the July 9, 2026 called meeting minutes because she did not attend.

• Approved special use permit for Place of Assembly at 450 Carver Road (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of 0.45 acres at 614 North 6th Street to Planned Commercial Development (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $85,300 stream flow stations agreement and $117,600 ITRON meter charges (7-0)
• Approved $322,524.10 purchase order for D8 Dozer repair due to fire damage (7-0)
• Approved $127,371.60 emergency procurement of 60 RDIMM memory modules (7-0)
• Approved $47,200.00 task order for golf cart bridge replacement at hole 18 (7-0)
• Approved $55,000 indigent defense contract with Sullivan & Ogletree, PC (7-0)
• Approved condemnation proceedings for 224 E. Broad Street for public parking lot (7-0)

Griffin-Spalding County Land Bank Authority

The Griffin-Spalding County Land Bank Authority will meet to consider a $40,000 marketing agreement with Metro Southern Media, approve an interlocal services agreement with the City of Griffin, and possibly release a request for proposals for four properties on Pecan Point. The board will also receive updates on the amended interlocal agreement, a lien release request for 315 N. 6th St, and numerous property closings, foreclosures, and redemptions. Financial statements for June 2026 and the City of Griffin FY 2027 budget balance will be presented.

• Consider $40,000 marketing agreement with Metro Southern Media
• Consider acceptance of interlocal agreement for services with City of Griffin
• Consider releasing RFP for sale of 111, 113, 116, 118 Pecan Pt
• Update on lien release request for 315 N. 6th St
• Update on amended interlocal agreement to establish the Land Bank Authority

The Griffin-Spalding County Land Bank Authority tabled the City of Griffin interlocal services agreement and a $40,000 marketing deal with Metro Southern Media pending budget justification. It directed John O'Neal to develop a purchase and sale agreement for 315 N 6th St, with Cora Flowers voting against. The board also tabled a request for proposals for four Pecan Point properties and approved the June 2026 financial statements.

• Tabled City of Griffin interlocal services agreement (4-0)
• Tabled $40,000 marketing agreement with Metro Southern Media pending budget justification (4-0)
• Directed John O'Neal to develop purchase and sale agreement for 315 N 6th St (3-1, Flowers against)
• Tabled RFP for 111, 113, 116, 118 Pecan Pt pending policy language
• Approved June 2026 financial statements (3-0)

City of Griffin Board of Commissioners

The Griffin Board of Commissioners will hear an update on the FY26 Housing Survey results and other development services items from Assistant City Manager Kelsey Carden. The board will also consider entering executive session to consult with legal counsel on pending or potential litigation and to authorize negotiations for property purchase, disposal, or lease. No votes on these matters are listed on the agenda.

• FY26 Housing Survey results discussion
• Development services updates
• Executive session for legal counsel on litigation
• Executive session to authorize property negotiations

The Board of Commissioners received a presentation on FY26 Housing Survey results and other development services updates from city staff and the Griffin Downtown Development Authority. The board then voted unanimously to enter a closed session to consult with legal counsel on litigation and to authorize property negotiations, and later adjourned without taking any other substantive actions.

• Heard FY26 Housing Survey results and development services update (no vote)
• Approved closed session for legal counsel and property negotiations (6-0)
• Adjourned closed session (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Griffin-Spalding County Area Transportation Committee

The Griffin-Spalding County Area Transportation Committee is meeting to consider minutes from May 20, 2026, and receive updates on GDOT projects, the airport authority, and local transportation projects. They will also discuss the committee's original membership requirements and operating expectations.

• Consider minutes of May 20, 2026 meeting
• GDOT Project Status Update by Harland Smith
• Griffin-Spalding Airport Authority Update by Robert Mohl
• City of Griffin and Spalding County project updates
• Discussion of GSATC membership requirements and operating expectations

The Griffin-Spalding Area Transportation Committee approved a motion to have member Jessica O'Connor review and revise the committee's organizational documents, based on discussions about its purpose and effectiveness. The committee also approved the minutes of the May 20, 2026 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted primarily of project status updates and discussion.

• Approved minutes of May 20, 2026 meeting (9-0)
• Approved motion for O'Connor to review and revise organizational documents (9-0)
• Adjourned meeting (9-0)

Griffin Main Street Program Board

The Griffin Main Street Program Board is meeting to approve minutes, hear citizen comments, and review the Main Street Program Fund as of June 30, 2026. They will also receive updates on workplan projects, working committees, and partner reports from various appointed boards and organizations.

• Approval of minutes from June 24, 2026 meeting
• Financial report on Main Street Program Fund ending June 30, 2026
• Update on Main Street Workplan projects and Working Committees
• Partner updates from Downtown Development Authority, Historic Preservation Commission, City Commission, Spalding County Commission, and Chamber of Commerce

The Griffin Main Street Advisory Board approved the June 24, 2026 meeting minutes and the Main Street Program Fund financial report ending June 30, 2026, both by 7-0 votes. No other formal decisions were made; the meeting consisted of updates on the Main Street Program Manager search, partner reports, and recognition of former chair Bonnie Moret.

• Approved June 24, 2026 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved Main Street Program Fund financial report ending June 30, 2026 (7-0)

City of Griffin Planning and Zoning Board

The Griffin Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public hearing and consider two requests: a special use permit for a place of assembly at 450 Carver Road, and a rezoning of about 0.45 acres at 614 North 6th Street from Medium Density Residential to Planned Commercial Development. The board will also consider minutes from its May 18, 2026 meeting. The agenda includes standard procedural items.

• Special use permit for Place of Assembly at 450 Carver Road (Parcel 054D01002)
• Rezone 0.45-acre tract at 614 North 6th Street (Parcel 003 07030) from Medium Density Residential to Planned Commercial Development
• Consider minutes from 5-18-2026 Planning and Zoning Meeting

The Griffin Planning and Zoning Board approved a special use permit for a Place of Assembly at 450 Carver Road and a rezoning of about 0.45 acres at 614 North 6th Street from Medium Density Residential to Planned Commercial Development. Both motions passed 3-0. The board also approved the minutes from the May 18, 2026 meeting.

• Approved special use permit for Place of Assembly at 450 Carver Road with conditions (3-0)
• Approved rezoning of 0.45-acre tract at 614 North 6th Street to Planned Commercial Development (3-0)
• Approved minutes from 5-18-2026 Planning and Zoning Meeting (3-0)

Griffin Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will discuss property maintenance and usage policies for E. Broad Street. The board is considering a new discretionary flex grant program and a General Business Assistance grant for Reggae Vybz. Members will also review facade grant language and a letter of support for Piedmont Brewery.

• Consideration of General Business Assistance grant for Reggae Vybz at 133 N. Hill Street
• Discussion of policy and RFQ for E. Broad Street properties
• Consideration of a discretionary flex grant program
• Consideration of Letter of Support for Piedmont Brewery's event space project
• Review of lawn care quotes for property maintenance

The Griffin Downtown Development Authority approved a discretionary Flex Grant Program and a lawn care maintenance contract for E. Broad Street properties. They also approved a letter of support for Piedmont Brewery's loan application. A grant application from Reggae Vybz was tabled pending missing quotes.

• Approved Flex Grant Program (6-0)
• Approved Green Blades for lawn care maintenance of E. Broad Street (6-0)
• Approved letter of support for Piedmont Brewery (5-0, Cook abstaining)
• Tabled General Business Assistance grant for Reggae Vybz pending missing quotes

Griffin-Spalding County Airport Authority

The FBO Committee is meeting to establish service delivery criteria and update minimum standards for the New GS-Regional Airport's Fixed Base Operator. The body will discuss hangar ownership and management and plan potential visits to other Georgia aviation FBOs.

• Review and update of FBO Minimum Standards Policy
• Discussion of hangar ownership and management presentation
• Planning of visits to other General Aviation FBOs in Georgia
• Planning for FBO Request for Qualifications (RFQ) advertisements

The FBO Committee discussed establishing service criteria and minimum standards for a fixed base operator at the new GS-Regional Airport. No formal decisions were made; the hangar ownership presentation was postponed, and members will visit other Georgia FBOs and review standards at the next meeting.

• Postponed hangar ownership/management presentation to a later date
• Scheduled next FBO Committee meeting for August 10 at 3pm at One Griffin Center
• Agreed to contact and schedule visits to other Georgia FBOs and report findings
• Requested re-email of adopted Minimum Standards and Rules & Regulations for review

Griffin-Spalding County Airport Authority

The Griffin-Spalding County Airport Authority will receive a progress update on the construction of the new replacement airport from Croy Engineering. The board will also consider approving grant and non-budget expenditures for June 2026 and review the monthly operations and activity report.

• Update on new replacement airport project by Croy Engineering
• Approval of grant and non-budget expenditures for June 2026
• Monthly Operations & Activity Report for June 2026
• Approval of minutes from June 8, 2026 regular meeting

The Griffin-Spalding County Airport Authority approved an amendment to the demolition contract with McLeRoy Inc. to add newly acquired structures for demolition, pending GDOT approval, at a cost not to exceed $280,250. The board also approved the June 2026 meeting minutes, grant and non-budgeted expenditures, and received a project update from Croy Engineering. All votes were unanimous (6-0).

• Approved agenda amendment adding demolition contract item (6-0)
• Approved minutes of June 8, 2026 meeting (6-0)
• Approved demolition contract amendment #1 with McLeRoy Inc., not to exceed $280,250 (6-0)
• Approved grant and non-budgeted expenditures for June 2026 (6-0)

City of Griffin Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will meet to consider an executive session with legal counsel regarding pending or potential litigation and claims. The remainder of the agenda consists of procedural boilerplate.

• Executive session regarding pending or potential litigation, settlements, and claims

The board met and approved the agenda, then held two closed sessions. A motion to end City Attorney Drew Whalen's contract failed in a 3-3 tie, and the board could not adjourn for over 40 minutes due to repeated 3-3 votes before finally adjourning 6-0.

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Entered closed session for legal consultation (6-0)
• Entered closed session for personnel discussion (5-0)
• Motion to end City Attorney Drew Whalen's contract failed (3-3)
• Adjourned at 11:14 a.m. (6-0)

Griffin Environmental Council

The Griffin Environmental Council will accept the resignation of chairperson Gibb Cotton and elect a new chair. The meeting also includes council updates, city staff updates, and routine procedural items. Public comments will be heard.

• Accept resignation of Gibb Cotton as council chairperson
• Elect a new chairperson

The Griffin Environmental Council accepted the resignation of Gibb Cotton as chairperson and elected Claire Haulk to replace him, both by unanimous 7-0 votes. Members also discussed increasing participation in community cleanups and outreach projects, with Zachery Fuller tasked to gather more information. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Accepted resignation of Gibb Cotton as council chairperson (7-0)
• Elected Claire Haulk as chairperson to replace Gibb Cotton (7-0)
• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Griffin Main Street Program Board

The Griffin Main Street Program Board meets to consider minutes from May 27, 2026, receive a financial report ending May 31, 2026, and hear a program update from Main Street Manager Heather Robinson. A presentation on 'The Impact of Placemaking on Downtown Revitalization' will be given, followed by updates from appointed liaisons to partner organizations.

• Approval of minutes from May 27, 2026, Board Meeting
• Financial Report ending May 31, 2026
• Program update from Main Street Manager Heather Robinson
• Presentation: The Impact of Placemaking on Downtown Revitalization
• Updates from Downtown Development Authority, Griffin Downtown Council, Historic Preservation Commission, City Commission, Spalding County Commission, and Chamber Board appointees

The Griffin Main Street Advisory Board approved the May 27, 2026 meeting minutes and the financial report ending May 31, 2026, both by 5-0 votes. Main Street Manager Heather Robinson announced this was her last meeting, citing family needs, but expressed interest in staying involved. The board heard updates, including the Downtown Council's dissolution and the City assuming its duties as of July 1, 2026.

• Approved the May 27, 2026 meeting minutes as presented (5-0).
• Approved the financial statement ending May 31, 2026 as presented (5-0).
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:54 a.m. (5-0).

City of Griffin Board of Commissioners

The Griffin Board of Commissioners will consider several items including a $6,000,000 supplemental agreement with GDOT for airport aid, a right-of-way easement for a natural gas pipeline, and multiple water treatment chemical purchases. Other business includes an amendment to a pharmacy services agreement, declaring surplus IT equipment, and a personal injury claim. The agenda also includes consent items and city manager/commissioner reports.

• Supplemental Agreement #1 with GDOT for $6,000,000 in Georgia Airport Aid Funding for Griffin-Spalding County Airport
• Resolution to grant a Right-Of-Way Easement to Southern Natural Gas Company for an interstate pipeline
• Renewal of water storage tank maintenance agreement with American Tank Maintenance for $126,517
• Purchase of up to 540,000 lbs of Cedar Clear 757 chemical from CedarChem LLC for $207,900 for the Dr. Brant D. Keller Water Treatment Plant
• Purchase of up to 60,000 gallons of Sodium Hypochlorite from PVS DX, Inc. for $110,760 for the same plant

The Board of Commissioners approved a resolution removing Thomas J. Ison, Jr. from the office of Municipal Court Solicitor and appointing the law firm of Smith, Welch, Webb & White LLC to fulfill the duties at $400 per court session for nine sessions per month. The board also approved the consent agenda, including a $6,000,000 airport grant agreement, and denied a personal injury claim. All votes were unanimous except one abstention on the June 9 regular meeting minutes.

• Approved removal of Thomas J. Ison, Jr. as Municipal Court Solicitor and appointment of Smith, Welch, Webb & White LLC at $400 per session for nine sessions monthly (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $6,000,000 GDOT airport grant agreement, water tank maintenance renewal ($126,517), chemical purchases, and IT equipment surplus sale (7-0)
• Approved minutes of June 9 regular meeting (6-0-1, Murray abstained)
• Approved minutes of June 9 called meeting (7-0)
• Approved contract amendment with Bench Craft Company for 11 ball washers at Griffin Golf Course (7-0)
• Approved $11,250 contract with Seiler & Associates for cemetery surveying and grave lot staking (7-0)
• Approved MOU with Griffin Downtown Council for dissolution plan and event assignment (7-0)
• Denied personal injury claim from Gerrie Zebrowski (7-0)

City of Griffin Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss FLOST and LHOST (likely tax-related items) and receive a presentation from Police Chief Frank Strickland on the department's operations and functions. No votes or decisions are scheduled; these are discussion and informational items only.

• Discussion of FLOST and LHOST
• Presentation on Police Department operations by Chief Frank Strickland

The Board of Commissioners held a workshop meeting with no formal votes or decisions. They discussed the status of local homestead exemption sales tax (LHOST) legislation in the General Assembly special session, noting no items had yet received the required two-thirds majority. The Griffin Police Department also presented an overview of its operations, accreditations, and staffing. The meeting adjourned on a motion carried 7-0.

• Adjourned workshop meeting (7-0)

Griffin Environmental Council

This meeting is largely procedural, including approval of the agenda, public comments, council updates, and consideration of minutes from May 14, 2026. No substantive decisions or discussions are noted in the agenda.

• Consideration and approval of minutes from May 14, 2026 meeting
• Council updates and city staff updates

City of Griffin Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review the proposed budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026. The meeting includes discussions on a potential SPLOST referendum and several intergovernmental agreements.

• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Operating and Capital Budget
• Proposed SPLOST referendum for November 3, 2026, including bonds up to $20,000,000 for fire stations
• ESRI GIS software maintenance contract for $90,600.00
• Budget amendment for general housekeeping in the amount of $215,954.71
• Pilot program for a free fixed route shuttle service at a cost of $20,000.00

The Board of Commissioners adopted the FY2026-27 operating and capital budget, which projects a $11.6 million draw from the General Fund balance and a $24.5 million overall deficit between revenue and expenses. The board also approved a $20 million bond authorization for new fire stations, subject to a November 2026 SPLOST referendum, and denied a personal injury claim. All votes were 6-0 except the shuttle service agreement, which passed 5-1.

• Adopted FY2026-27 operating and capital budget (6-0)
• Approved $20M bond authorization for fire stations, subject to SPLOST referendum (6-0)
• Denied personal injury claim by Carol Lucier (6-0)
• Approved $215,954.71 amendment to FY2025-26 budget (6-0)
• Approved audit engagement with Mauldin & Jenkins (6-0)
• Approved $90,600 ESRI GIS software maintenance contract (6-0)
• Approved $20,000 shuttle service pilot with Spalding County and Three Rivers (5-1)
• Authorized travel to MEAG Annual Meeting and canceled July 14 meeting (6-0)

City of Griffin Cemetery Trust

The City of Griffin Cemetery Trust will review financial reports for the Cemetery and Mausoleum Trust Funds. The body will consider funding requests for mausoleum roof replacements and grading for a new section of Oak Hill Cemetery. An executive session may be held to discuss property negotiations.

• Funding request for replacement of mausoleum roofs
• Funding request for grading of a new section of Oak Hill Cemetery
• Financial reports for Cemetery Trust Fund and Mausoleum Trust Fund
• Executive session regarding the purchase, disposal, or lease of property

The City of Griffin Board of Commissioners, acting as the Cemetery Trust, approved two contracts with Elite Edge: $59,500 for mausoleum roof replacement funded by the Mausoleum Trust, and $27,500 for grading at Oak Hill Cemetery. Both motions passed 3-0. The board also entered executive session to discuss property negotiations, then adjourned.

• Approved $59,500 contract with Elite Edge for mausoleum roof replacement, funded by Mausoleum Trust (3-0)
• Approved $27,500 contract with Elite Edge for grading and site work at Oak Hill Cemetery (3-0)
• Entered executive session for property negotiations (3-0)
• Adjourned at 3:16 p.m. (3-0)

Griffin Downtown Development Authority

The Griffin Downtown Development Authority is meeting to consider the creation of a discretionary flex grant program. The board will also review business assistance grant requests for properties on E. Taylor Street and W. Taylor Street.

• Consideration of a discretionary flex grant program
• General Business Assistance grant consideration for 120 E. Taylor Street
• General Business Assistance grant consideration for 533-539 W. Taylor Street
• Discussion of policy for people and businesses wanting to go through E. Broad Street Properties buildings
• Update on downtown hotel project

The Griffin Downtown Development Authority approved two General Business Assistance grants of $4,200 each: one for 120 E. Taylor Street (painting, trim, door updates) and one for Bass Station at 529 West Taylor Street (painting and pressure washing). The board also approved the May 12, 2026 meeting minutes and reviewed financial reports, noting a $600 rent payment from Putt N Pour, which is four months behind on rent. No other substantive decisions were made; the flex grant program was discussed but not adopted.

• Approved $4,200 grant for 120 E. Taylor Street improvements (6-0)
• Approved $4,200 grant for Bass Station at 529 West Taylor Street (6-0)
• Approved May 12, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0, with one abstention)

City of Griffin Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will convene an executive session to consult with legal counsel regarding pending or potential litigation, administrative proceedings, or judicial actions.

• Executive session for legal consultation
• Approval of agenda
• Call to order

The board approved the agenda and entered an executive session to consult with legal counsel on pending litigation, then adjourned. No substantive decisions were made in open session.

• Approved meeting agenda (4-0)
• Entered executive session for legal consultation (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Griffin-Spalding County Airport Authority

The Griffin-Spalding County Airport Authority is meeting to approve a supplier for the Hill Street fence line and five right-of-way easements for Southern Natural Gas. The body will also review a GDOT grant agreement extension and receive updates on the GS-Regional Airport Construction Project.

• Approval of five Right-of-Way Easements for Southern Natural Gas pipelines
• GDOT Supplemental Agreement #1 for GAAF-41 Airport Grant ($6 Million) to extend completion to June 30, 2028
• Selection of a supplier for the airport (6A2) fence line replacement along Hill Street
• Review of non-budgeted and grant funded expenditure requests for the month ending May 31, 2026
• Agreement with AGL to remove debris from condemned property

The Griffin-Spalding County Airport Authority approved five right-of-way easements for Southern Natural Gas to relocate pipelines on the new regional airport property, along with a related signature resolution. The board also approved a supplemental agreement extending the GDOT grant completion date to June 30, 2028, and approved a fence replacement contract and monthly expenditures. All votes were unanimous (6-0).

• Approved $34,690.47 fence replacement contract with R&L Fence Company (6-0)
• Approved non-budgeted and grant expenditures for May 2026 (6-0)
• Approved five right-of-way easements for Southern Natural Gas pipeline relocation (6-0)
• Approved signature resolution for Southern Natural Gas right-of-way access (6-0)
• Approved GDOT Supplemental Agreement #1 extending grant completion date to June 30, 2028 (6-0)
• Approved agreement allowing Atlanta Gas Light to remove debris from condemned property (6-0)

Griffin-Spalding County Land Bank Authority

This is a mostly procedural meeting where the Griffin-Spalding County Land Bank Authority will review its board policies. Public comments are invited on specific agenda items.

• Review of board policies for the Griffin-Spalding County Land Bank Authority

The Griffin-Spalding County Land Bank Authority held a workshop on May 27, 2026, with only two board members present. The sole agenda item was a discussion of board policies, but no decisions were made. The meeting adjourned without any formal action.

Griffin-Spalding County Land Bank Authority

The Griffin-Spalding County Land Bank Authority will discuss updating its establishing interlocal cooperation agreement and a services agreement with the City of Griffin. The board will also review property consolidations, a maintenance contract award, and lists of properties scheduled for foreclosure in July and October 2026.

• Notification of Award for RFP 26-005: Lawn, Ground, Tree Maintenance, Trash and Debris Removal Services
• Lien release request for 315 N 6th Street
• Consolidation of 109 Princess Circle and 0-Princess Circle; 446 Belle St and 448 Belle St
• Request for Proposal for the purchase and sale of 522 Meriwether St
• Foreclosure lists for 40 properties scheduled for July 15 and October 15, 2026

The Griffin-Spalding County Land Bank Authority approved the Second Amended and Restated Interlocal Cooperation Agreement, adopted board policies, and approved a 60-day extension for the City of Griffin services agreement. It also approved a lawn maintenance contract award, property consolidations, and a lien release tabling, all by 3-0 votes.

• Approved Second Amended and Restated Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (3-0)
• Approved 60-day extension for City of Griffin services agreement (3-0)
• Approved notification of award for RFP 26-005 lawn maintenance (3-0)
• Adopted GSCLBA Board Policies (3-0)
• Tabled lien release for 315 N 6th Street (3-0)
• Approved consolidation of 109 and 0 Princess Circle (3-0)
• Approved consolidation of 446 and 448 Belle St (3-0)
• Approved reissuance of RFP for 522 Meriwether St (3-0)

City of Griffin Board of Commissioners

The Griffin Board of Commissioners will discuss proposed 2026 City SPLOST projects and receive a presentation on the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget from City Manager Jessica O'Connor. No votes are scheduled; both items are up for discussion and review at the regular meeting.

• Discussion of proposed 2026 City SPLOST projects
• Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget Presentation by City Manager Jessica O'Connor

The Board of Commissioners discussed the proposed 2026 City SPLOST projects and costs, and gave their consensus. They also received a presentation on the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget, covering revenues, expenses, capital, and personnel requests. No formal votes were taken on these items; the meeting was a workshop session.

• Consensus reached on proposed 2026 SPLOST projects and costs
• Adjourned at 10:01 a.m. (6-0)