Ringgold, GA
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Recent meetings
Mon Dec 8, 2025
Council Meeting
Council to vote on FY26 budget, church parking variance
The Ringgold City Council will hold a work session and regular meeting, including a public hearing and action on a variance request from First Baptist Church for a gravel parking lot. The consent agenda includes the final reading of Ordinance No. 2025-1208 adopting the FY26 budget. The council will also consider resolutions adopting the Catoosa County Joint Comprehensive Plan (2026-2030) and a special service district, along with appointments and various routine matters.
- Final Reading of Ordinance No. 2025-1208 — FY26 Budget
- Variance request from First Baptist Church for a gravel parking lot at Tax Map R6, Parcel 203
- Resolution to adopt Catoosa County Joint Comprehensive Plan (2026-2030)
- Consideration of Special Service District Resolution (REMID – Ringgold Economic & Mobility Improvement District)
- Consider renewal of Worker’s Compensation Insurance and amendment to Employee Handbook
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Agenda for December 8, 2025
Mayor and Council Meeting
6:00 p.m. - Work Session, City Hall 2nd Floor Meeting Room
The purpose of this Work Session is for the possible discussion and consideration of those items that are to be
discussed at the regular scheduled city council meeting that is to follow. The public is welcome.
Council Meeting will immediately follow the 7:00 Public Hearing, 1st Floor Court Room
I. Call to Order
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance
All matters listed under Consent Agenda are considered to be routine by the City of Ringgold and will be enacted by
one motion. There will not be separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired by a member of the
council, that item will be removed from the consent agenda and will be considered separately.
II. Consent Agenda
A. Work Session Minutes, November 10, 2025.
B. Regular Scheduled Meeting Minutes, November 10, 2025.
C. Final Reading of Ordinance No. 2025-1208 FY26 Budget.
D. City of Ringgold Capital Improvement -Vaughn
III. Public Hearing (Following the Public Hearing the Council will consider taking action on the following
items)
A. First Baptist Church Ringgold is requesting a variance to install a gravel parking lot. The property is
located at Tax Map R6, Parcel 203.
IV. Adjourn Public Hearing
V. Take Action on Public Hearing Items
A. First Baptist Church Ringgold is requesting a variance to install a gravel parking lot. The property is
located at Tax Map R6, Par …
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Mon Sep 22, 2025
Council Meeting
Council to consider Creekside Park Phase II final change order and related items
The Ringgold City Council will discuss several old and new business items. Old business includes the Georgia Releaf Funding Agreement and a proposal on electric bicycles on recreational paths. New business covers the Creekside Park Phase II final change order, an entertainment district ordinance clarification about licensed alcohol versus courtesy beverages, and a project development agreement. An executive session may address personnel, land acquisition, and potential litigation matters.
- Georgia Releaf Funding Agreement
- Electric Bicycles on Recreational Paths
- Creekside Park Phase II Final Change Order
- Entertainment District ordinance clarification on licensed alcohol sales vs. courtesy beverages
- Project Development Agreement
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Agenda for September 22, 2025
Mayor and Council Meeting
6:00 p.m. - Work Session, City Hall 2nd Floor Meeting Room
The purpose of this Work Session is for the possible discussion and consideration of those items that are to be
discussed at the regular scheduled city council meeting that is to follow. The public is welcome.
Council Meeting will immediately follow the 7:00 Public Hearing, 1st Floor Court Room
I. Call to Order
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance
All matters listed under Consent Agenda are considered to be routine by the City of Ringgold and will be enacted by
one motion. There will not be separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired by a member of the
council, that item will be removed from the consent agenda and will be considered separately.
II. Consent Agenda
A. Work Session Minutes, September 8, 2025.
B. Regular Scheduled Meeting Minutes, September 8, 2025.
III. Public Hearing (Following the Public Hearing the Council will consider taking action on the following
items)
A. None.
IV. Adjourn Public Hearing
V. Ceremonial Proclamations/Resolutions
A. None.
VI. Invited Guests
A. None
VII. Citizen Comments
VIII. Reports from Committees and Departments
A. CVB
IX. Old Business
A. Georgia Releaf Funding Agreement - Vaughn
B. Electric Bicycles on Recreational Paths - Henderson
X. New Business
A. Creekside Park Phase II Final Change Order – Vaughn
B. Discussion of Entertainment District and Ordinanc …
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Mon Sep 8, 2025
Council Meeting
Council to consider electric bicycle regulations and police cruiser purchase
The Ringgold City Council will hold a work session to discuss items for the regular meeting, followed by a public hearing (no item listed) and regular meeting. The agenda includes old business on a revised preliminary plat, comprehensive plan updates, and a park discussion, plus new business on electric bicycles, depot repairs, police cruiser purchase, sewer discussion, and a manager's update. An executive session is scheduled for personnel, land acquisition, and potential litigation.
- Whitman Station revised preliminary plat discussion
- Joint Comprehensive Plan Report of Accomplishments and Work Program drafts review
- Crossroad Unity Park discussion
- Consider purchase of police cruiser
- Council discussion on sewer
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Agenda for September 8, 2025
Mayor and Council Meeting
6:00 p.m. - Work Session, City Hall 2nd Floor Meeting Room
The purpose of this Work Session is for the possible discussion and consideration of those items that are to be
discussed at the regular scheduled city council meeting that is to follow. The public is welcome.
Council Meeting will immediately follow the 7:00 Public Hearing, 1st Floor Court Room
I. Call to Order
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance
All matters listed under Consent Agenda are considered to be routine by the City of Ringgold and will be enacted by
one motion. There will not be separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired by a member of the
council, that item will be removed from the consent agenda and will be considered separately.
II. Consent Agenda
A. Work Session Minutes, August 25, 2025.
B. Public Hearing Minutes, August 25, 2025.
C. Regular Scheduled Meeting Minutes, August 25, 2025.
III. Public Hearing (Following the Public Hearing the Council will consider taking action on the following
items)
A.
IV. Adjourn Public Hearing
V. Ceremonial Proclamations/Resolutions
A.
VI. Invited Guests
A. None
VII. Citizen Comments
VIII. Reports from Committees and Departments
A. CVB
IX. Old Business
A. Whitman Station Revised Preliminary Plat – Tom Willumson
B. Review Joint Comprehensive Plan Report of Accomplishments and Work Program Drafts – Vaughn
C. Discuss Crossroad Unity Park - Vaughn …
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Mon Apr 28, 2025
Council Meeting
Council to consider independent contractor agreements for municipal court judge and prosecutor
The Ringgold City Council will hold a work session followed by a regular meeting to address routine consent agenda items and a public hearing with no pending items. New business includes voting on independent contractor service agreements for the municipal court judge and prosecuting attorney, reviewing cost‑of‑living compensation adjustments for council members, and a ballot for the GMA District 1 officers for 2025‑2026. The session also features ceremonial swearing‑in of the municipal court judge and prosecuting attorney and updates from committees.
- Approve Independent Contractor Service Agreement with Municipal Court Judge
- Approve Independent Contractor Service Agreement with Municipal Court Prosecuting Attorney
- Review Compensation for Adjustments (cost of living) for council members
- Ballot for GMA’s District 1 Officers for 2025-2026
- Swearing‑in of Municipal Court Judge Michael Caldwell and Prosecuting Attorney Doug Woodruff
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Agenda for April 28, 2025
Mayor and Council Meeting
6:00 p.m. - Work Session, City Hall 2nd Floor Meeting Room
The purpose of this Work Session is for the possible discussion and consideration of those items that are to be
discussed at the regular scheduled city council meeting that is to follow. The public is welcome.
Council Meeting will immediately follow the 7:00 Public Hearing, 1st Floor Court Room
I. Call to Order
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance
All matters listed under Consent Agenda are considered to be routine by the City of Ringgold and will be
enacted by one motion. There will not be separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired by a
member of the council, that item will be removed from the consent agenda and will be considered separately.
II. Consent Agenda
A. Work Session Minutes, April 14, 2025
B. Public Hearing Minutes, April 14, 2025
C. Regular Scheduled Meeting Minutes, April 14, 2025
III. Public Hearing (Following the Public Hearing the Council will consider taking action on the following
items)
A. None.
IV. Adjourn Public Hearing
V. Take Action on Public Hearing Items
A. None.
VI. Ceremonial Proclamations/Resolutions
A. Swearing in of Municipal Court Judge, Michael Caldwell – Millwood
B. Swearing in of Municipal Court Prosecuting Attorney, Doug Woodruff - Millwood
VII. Invited Guests
A. Joe Cook – Paddle Georgia
VIII. Citizen Comments
IX. Reports from Committees and Departments
A. DDA …
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Mon Mar 10, 2025
Council Meeting
Council to consider parking variance for Marathon Realty Corp.
The Ringgold City Council will hold a work session and public hearing on March 10, 2025, followed by a regular meeting. Key items include voting on a parking variance and sidewalk variance for Marathon Realty Corp., a front setback variance for Penn Color Inc., and several bid awards including a 2020 Dodge Durango and HVAC installation. The council will also discuss a budget amendment and a minimum sewer rate for non-connected customers.
- Marathon Realty Corp. requests parking variance from 271 to 239 spaces at Tax Map 39D, Parcel 30
- Marathon Realty Corp. requests sidewalk variance along College Park Drive and Eastview Drive
- Penn Color Inc. requests front setback variance from 50 ft to 25 ft in I-1 zone at Tax Map 54, Parcel 32
- Consider bid award for 2020 Dodge Durango and for pool house roof installation
- FY24 Budget Amendment and discussion of minimum sewer rate for non-connected customers
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Agenda for March 10, 2025
Mayor and Council Meeting
6:00 p.m. - Work Session, City Hall 2nd Floor Meeting Room
The purpose of this Work Session is for the possible discussion and consideration of those items that are to be
discussed at the regular scheduled city council meeting that is to follow. The public is welcome.
Council Meeting will immediately follow the 7:00 Public Hearing, 1st Floor Court Room
I. Call to Order
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance
All matters listed under Consent Agenda are considered to be routine by the City of Ringgold and will be
enacted by one motion. There will not be separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired by a
member of the council, that item will be removed from the consent agenda and will be considered separately.
II. Consent Agenda
A. Work Session Minutes, February 10, 2025
B. Regular Scheduled Meeting Minutes, February 10, 2025
C. Final Reading of Ord. No. 2025-0224 - Towing
III. Public Hearing (Following the Public Hearing the Council will consider taking action on the following
items)
A. Marathon Realty Corp. is requesting a parking variance from their required 1 parking space per 200
square feet of gross-floor area to 1 parking space per 226 square feet of gros-floor area. A variance from
271 to 239 parking spaces. The property is located at Tax Map 39D, Parcel 30.
B. Marathon Realty Corp. is requesting a sidewalk variance along College Park Drive and Eastview Drive.
The property is …
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Mon Feb 10, 2025
Council Meeting
Ringgold council to discuss sewer rates and towing ordinance
The Ringgold City Council will hold a work session followed by a public hearing and regular meeting. The agenda includes a discussion on sewer rates for non-connected customers and the first reading of a new towing ordinance.
- Work session minutes from January 27, 2025
- Public hearing minutes from January 27, 2025
- Regular meeting minutes from January 27, 2025
- Consideration of renewal for Lookout Mountain Judicial Circuit Interagency Agreement
- Consideration of renewal for Memorandum of Understanding with Sexual Assault Victim’s Advocacy Center
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Agenda for February 10, 2025
Mayor and Council Meeting
6:00 p.m. - Work Session, City Hall 2nd Floor Meeting Room
The purpose of this Work Session is for the possible discussion and consideration of those items that are to be
discussed at the regular scheduled city council meeting that is to follow. The public is welcome.
Council Meeting will immediately follow the 7:00 Public Hearing, 1st Floor Court Room
I. Call to Order
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance
All matters listed under Consent Agenda are considered to be routine by the City of Ringgold and will be
enacted by one motion. There will not be separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired by a
member of the council, that item will be removed from the consent agenda and will be considered separately.
II. Consent Agenda
A. Work Session Minutes, January 27, 2025
B. Public Hearing Minutes, January 27,2025
C. Regular Scheduled Meeting Minutes, January 27, 2025
III. Public Hearing (Following the Public Hearing the Council will consider taking action on the following
items)
A. None.
IV. Adjourn Public Hearing
V. Take Action on Public Hearing Items
A. None.
VI. Ceremonial Proclamations/Resolutions
A. None.
VII. Invited Guests
A. None.
VIII. Citizen Comments
IX. Reports from Committees and Departments
A. CVB
X. Old Business
A. Minimum Sewer Rate Charge to Non-Connected Customers - Vaughn
XI. New Business
A. Large Trucks Turning onto High Street off Sparks …
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Mon Jan 13, 2025
Council Meeting
Council to consider Longhorn Steakhouse sign variance, towing fees, and park barriers
The council will hold a work session followed by a regular meeting. A public hearing will consider a variance for Goosepond Properties (Longhorn Steakhouse) to increase wall sign square footage from 128 to 246 at Tax Map 22C, Parcel 1-A. New business includes approving qualifying fees, bids for HVAC units and pool house roof, an amendment to on-call tow service charges, and barriers to prevent cars from entering walking trails at Creekside Park. Old business discusses community gardens and HB 581.
- Variance request by Goosepond Properties (Longhorn Steakhouse) to exceed wall sign square footage limit from 128 to 246 sq ft at Tax Map 22C, Parcel 1-A.
- Consider amendment to Sec. 22-234(b) – Charges for On-Call Tow Services.
- Consider barriers to prohibit cars from entering walking trails at Creekside Park.
- Consider requests for bids: replacement of 2 HVAC units at City Hall and Ringgold Pool House roof.
- Consider FY25 LMIG Application.
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Agenda for January 13, 2025
Mayor and Council Meeting
6:00 p.m. - Work Session, City Hall 2nd Floor Meeting Room
The purpose of this Work Session is for the possible discussion and consideration of those items that are to be
discussed at the regular scheduled city council meeting that is to follow. The public is welcome.
Council Meeting will immediately follow the 7:00 Public Hearing, 1st Floor Court Room
I. Call to Order
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance
All matters listed under Consent Agenda are considered to be routine by the City of Ringgold and will be
enacted by one motion. There will not be separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired by a
member of the council, that item will be removed from the consent agenda and will be considered separately.
II. Consent Agenda
A. Work Session Minutes, December 9, 2024
B. Regular Scheduled Meeting Minutes, December 9, 2024
III. Public Hearing (Following the Public Hearing the Council will consider taking action on the following
items)
A. Goosepond Properties (Longhorn Steakhouse) is requesting a variance to exceed the total lot aggregate
allowed square footage for a wall sign from 128 square feet to 246 square feet. The property is located
at Tax Map 22C, Parcel 1-A.
IV. Adjourn Public Hearing
V. Take Action on Public Hearing Items
A. Goosepond Properties (Longhorn Steakhouse) is requesting a variance to exceed the total lot aggregate
allowed square footage for a wall sign from …
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Mon Dec 9, 2024
Council Meeting
Council to adopt FY25 budget and discuss water system improvements
The Ringgold City Council will hold a work session and regular meeting, including a public hearing (no items listed). The consent agenda includes final adoption of the FY25 budget. New business items include water system improvement contracts, use of ARPA funds for Creekside Park Phase 2, a GEFA loan for water projects, a floating homestead exemption discussion, a PTSD program proposal, and reappointments to boards.
- Final reading of Ordinance No. 2024-1209 FY25 Budget
- FY25 Resolution and Agreement for Expenditure of Hotel/Motel Excise Tax Proceeds
- Water System Improvements Contract A and B
- Consideration of Use and Allocation of ARPA Funds to Creekside Park Phase 2 Contract
- Request to Approve GEFA Loan DW2024011 for Poplar Springs Well and Peters Lane Water Line Projects
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Agenda for December 9, 2024
Mayor and Council Meeting
6:00 p.m. - Work Session, City Hall 2nd Floor Meeting Room
The purpose of this Work Session is for the possible discussion and consideration of those items that are to be
discussed at the regular scheduled city council meeting that is to follow. The public is welcome.
Council Meeting will immediately follow the 7:00 Public Hearing, 1st Floor Court Room
I. Call to Order
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance
All matters listed under Consent Agenda are considered to be routine by the City of Ringgold and will be
enacted by one motion. There will not be separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired by a
member of the council, that item will be removed from the consent agenda and will be considered separately.
II. Consent Agenda
A. Work Session Minutes, November 11, 2024
B. Regular Scheduled Meeting Minutes, November 11, 2024
C. Special Called Meeting Minutes, November 27, 2024
D. Final Reading of Ordinance No. 2024-1209 FY25 Budget
III. Public Hearing (Following the Public Hearing the Council will consider taking action on the following
items)
A. None
IV. Adjourn Public Hearing
V. Take Action on Public Hearing Items
A. None.
VI. Ceremonial Proclamations/Resolutions
A. FY25 Resolution and Agreement for Expenditure of Hotel/Motel Excise Tax Proceeds - Vaughn
VII. Invited Guests
A. None.
VIII. Citizen Comments
IX. Reports from Committees and Departments
A. None. …
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Wed Nov 27, 2024
Special Called Meeting
City Council holds first reading of FY25 budget ordinance
The Ringgold City Council will conduct the first reading of Ordinance No. 2024-1209, which proposes to approve the fiscal year 2025 operating budget and the capital improvement program. This is the sole agenda item for the special called meeting.
- First reading of Ordinance No. 2024-1209 to approve FY25 Budget and Capital Improvement Program
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Special Called Meeting
MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RINGGOLD, GEORGIA
November 27, 2024
Mayor Nick Millwood and the Ringgold City Council will hold a Special Called Meeting.
The Session will be held on Wednesday, November 27 at 5:00 p.m. at City Hall, 150
Tennessee Street, Ringgold, Georgia.
The purpose of this Special Called Meeting is for the following items:
I. Call to Order
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance
II. New Business
A. First Reading of Ordinance No. 2024-1209 Approve FY25 Budget and Capital
Budget (CIP)– Vaughn
Adjournment
Mon Apr 8, 2024
Council Meeting
Ringgold Council considers road improvements and golf cart ordinance updates
The council will consider a design task order for Lafayette Street road improvements and a water plant pump replacement. The agenda includes a first reading of an amended golf cart ordinance and various ordinance amendments. An annexation request for the Denard property has been tabled until May 13.
- Design task order for Lafayette Street road improvements
- First reading of amended Golf Cart Ordinance No. 2008-2013
- Water plant raw water pump replacement
- Subdivision request for Silvers Construction & Rentals, LLC property
- Depot Square Improvements final closeout change order
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Agenda for April 8, 2024
Mayor and Council Meeting
5:30 p.m. - Work Session, City Hall 2nd Floor Meeting Room
The purpose of this Work Session is for the possible discussion and consideration of those items that are to be
discussed at the regular scheduled city council meeting that is to follow. The public is welcome.
Council Meeting will immediately follow the 7:00 Public Hearing, 1st Floor Court Room
I. Call to Order
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance
All matters listed under Consent Agenda are considered to be routine by the City of Ringgold and will be enacted
by one motion. There will not be separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired by a member of
the council, that item will be removed from the consent agenda and will be considered separately.
II. Consent Agenda
A. Work Session Minutes, March 25, 2024.
B. Regular Scheduled Meeting Minutes, March 25, 2024.
III. Public Hearing (Following the Public Hearing the Council will consider taking action on the following
items)
A. Martha H. Denard and Kris-Tina Denard and Michael Preston Denard are requesting to be annexed into
the City of Ringgold and the property to zoned an R-3 property. The property is located at Tax Map 38B,
Parcel 42: Applicant requested item to be tabled to the May 13 meeting.
B. Silvers Construction & Rentals, LLC is requesting that the property be subdivided into 2 lots. The property
is located at Tax Map 38A, 1-B.
IV. Adjourn Public Hearing
V. Take …
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Mon Mar 11, 2024
Council Meeting
Ringgold Council discusses sign variances, budget amendments, and city ordinances
The City Council will meet for a work session followed by a public hearing and regular meeting. Discussion items include land subdivision requests, signage variances, and several municipal updates.
- Subdivision request for Richard Yates at Tax Map R1, Parcel 64
- Signage variance requests from Georgia Northwestern Technical College on College Park Drive
- Ordinance 2024-0325 regarding Alcoholic Beverages
- Bid from Prater Ford for a 3500 4x4 Utility Truck for Public Works
- FY23 Budget Amendment
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Agenda for March 11, 2024
Mayor and Council Meeting
6:00 p.m. - Work Session, City Hall 2nd Floor Meeting Room
The purpose of this Work Session is for the possible discussion and consideration of those items that are to be
discussed at the regular scheduled city council meeting that is to follow. The public is welcome.
Council Meeting will immediately follow the 7:00 Public Hearing, 1st Floor Court Room
I. Call to Order
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance
All matters listed under Consent Agenda are considered to be routine by the City of Ringgold and will be enacted
by one motion. There will not be separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired by a member of
the council, that item will be removed from the consent agenda and will be considered separately.
II. Consent Agenda
A. Work Session Minutes, February 12, 2024.
B. Public Hearing Minutes, February 12, 2024
C. Regular Scheduled Meeting Minutes, February 12, 2024.
III. Public Hearing (Following the Public Hearing the Council will consider taking action on the following
items)
A. Richard Yates is requesting to subdivide into 3 lots with two variance requests on Tract 3. A variance for
street frontage from 120 feet to 70 feet and a variance from 1600 square feet to 1200 square feet minimum
floor area. The property is located at Tax Map R1, Parcel 64.
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Mon Nov 13, 2023
Council Meeting
Ringgold Council considers 2024 budget and QuikTrip sidewalk variance
The Council will consider a first reading of Ordinance #2023-1211 to adopt the 2024 budget. The agenda also includes a public hearing regarding a sidewalk ordinance variance requested by QuikTrip.
- QuikTrip sidewalk variance request for Tax Map 39B, Parcel 30
- First reading of Ordinance #2023-1211 to adopt the 2024 Budget
- Final reading of Ordinance #2023-1113-01 regarding Engine Braking
- First reading of ordinance amendment for motorized cart registration
- Discussion of an all-way stop at Stephenson Dr. and Tennessee St.
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Agenda for November 13, 2023
Mayor and Council Meeting
6:00 p.m. - Work Session, City Hall 2nd Floor Meeting Room
The purpose of this Work Session is for the possible discussion and consideration of those items that are to be discussed at the regular scheduled city council meeting that is to follow. The public is welcome.
Council Meeting will immediately follow the 7:00 Public Hearing, 1st Floor Court Room
I. Call to Order
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance
All matters listed under Consent Agenda are considered to be routine by the City of Ringgold and will be enacted by one motion. There will not be separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired by a member of the council, that item will be removed from the consent agenda and will be considered separately.
II. Consent Agenda
A. Work Session Minutes, October 23, 2023.
B. Regular Scheduled Meeting Minutes, October 23, 2023.
C. Final Reading of Ordinance #2023-1113-01 Engine Braking
III. Public Hearing (Following the Public Hearing the Council will consider taking action on the following items)
A. QuikTrip is asking for a Variance for the Relief from a Portion of the Sidewalk Ordinance. The Property is Located at Tax Map 39B, Parcel 30.
IV. Ceremonial Proclamations/Resolutions
A. Swearing in of Larry King to the Planning and Zoning Commission.
V. Invited Guests
A. None
VI. Citizen Comments
VII. Reports from Committees and Departments
A. None
VIII. Old Business
A. Firs …
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Mon Sep 25, 2023
Council Meeting
Ringgold Council considers project awards and ordinance amendments
The Council will meet for a work session followed by a regular meeting. Discussion items include health insurance, golf cart ordinances, and potential project awards for Benton Coal Renovations and Depot Square Improvements.
- Final Reading of Sidewalk Ordinance 58-3 Amendment
- Final Reading of Entertainment District Ordinance 6-26 Amendment
- Final Reading of Overlay Zoning Ordinance
- Project Award: Benton Coal Renovations
- Project Award: Depot Square Improvements
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Agenda for September 25, 2023
Mayor and Council Meeting
6:00 p.m. - Work Session, City Hall 2nd Floor Meeting Room
The purpose of this Work Session is for the possible discussion and consideration of those items that are to be discussed at the regular scheduled city council meeting that is to follow. The public is welcome.
Council Meeting will immediately follow the 7:00 Public Hearing, 1st Floor Court Room
I. Call to Order
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance
All matters listed under Consent Agenda are considered to be routine by the City of Ringgold and will be enacted by one motion. There will not be separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired by a member of the council, that item will be removed from the consent agenda and will be considered separately.
II. Consent Agenda
A. Work Session Minutes, September 11, 2023.
B. Regular Scheduled Meeting Minutes, September 11, 2023.
C. Final Reading of Sidewalk Ordinance 58-3 Amendment
D. Final Reading of Entertainment District Ordinance 6-26 Amendment
E. Final Reading of Overlay Zoning Ordinance
III. Public Hearing (Following the Public Hearing the Council will consider taking action on the following items)
A. None.
IV. Ceremonial Proclamations/Resolutions
A. Swearing in of Peggy Pless to Planning and Zoning Commission - Millwood
V. Invited Guests
A. None.
VI. Citizen Comments
VII. Reports from Committees and Departments
A. CVB
B. DDA
VIII. Old Business
A. None.
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Mon Aug 28, 2023
Council Meeting
Ringgold Council to discuss wastewater increases and sewer projects
The Ringgold City Council will discuss a wastewater treatment increase from the City of Chattanooga and the Hwy 41 Sewer Project. The agenda also includes discussions regarding glass recycling, sidewalk ordinances, and pump rentals for Poplar Springs Well.
- Discussion of wastewater treatment increase by City of Chattanooga
- Hwy 41 Sewer Project discussion
- Consideration of purchasing radio read water meters
- Discussion regarding an all-way stop at Stephenson Dr. and Tennessee St.
- SPLOST update
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Agenda for August 28, 2023
Mayor and Council Meeting
6:00 p.m. - Work Session, City Hall 2nd Floor Meeting Room
The purpose of this Work Session is for the possible discussion and consideration of those items that are to be
discussed at the regular scheduled city council meeting that is to follow. The public is welcome.
Council Meeting will immediately follow the 7:00 Public Hearing, 1st Floor Court Room
I. Call to Order
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance
All matters listed under Consent Agenda are considered to be routine by the City of Ringgold and will be
enacted by one motion. There will not be separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired by a
member of the council, that item will be removed from the consent agenda and will be considered separately.
II. Consent Agenda
A. Work Session Minutes, August 14, 2023.
B. Public Hearing Minutes Millage Rate, August 14, 2023
C. Regular Scheduled Meeting Minutes, August 14, 2023.
III. Public Hearing (Following the Public Hearing the Council will consider taking action on the following
items)
A. None.
IV. Ceremonial Proclamations/Resolutions
A. None.
V. Invited Guests
A. None.
VI. Citizen Comments
VII. Reports from Committees and Departments
A. CVB
B. DDA
VIII. Old Business
A. Discuss Wastewater Treatment Increase by City of Chattanooga – Vaughn
B. Discuss Strategic Vision Plan – Vaughn
C. Discuss Glass Recycling – Vaughn
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Mon Aug 14, 2023
Public Hearing 3 Millage
Ringgold holds public hearing to adopt millage rate
The Ringgold City Council is holding a public hearing on August 14, 2023, to consider adopting the millage rate. The hearing is a required step before the council can set the property tax rate for the year.
- Public hearing to adopt millage rate
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July 26, 2023
The Catoosa County News
P.O. Box 40
Ringgold, Georgia 30736
Notification of a Public Hearing
THE CITY OF RINGGOLD, GEORGIA
Mayor Nick Millwood and the Ringgold City Council will hold a Public Hearing. The Public
Hearing will be held on Monday, August 14, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall, 150
Tennessee Street, Ringgold, Georgia.
The purpose of this Public Hearing is for the following items:
1. To Adopt Millage Rate
Mayor Nick Millwood
Mon Aug 14, 2023
Council Meeting
Council to adopt millage rate, approve spending, and discuss trail change order
The Ringgold City Council will hold a work session and regular meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including adopting the millage rate, renewing health insurance, and approving a change order for the Golden Mile Multiuse Trail Phase 2. Other items include increasing the city's credit card limit, purchasing two police vehicles, and considering an all-way stop at Stephenson Dr. and Tennessee St. The agenda is largely routine, with no public hearings scheduled.
- Adopt millage rate
- Health insurance renewal update
- Change order for Golden Mile Multiuse Trail Phase 2
- Increase credit limit from $75,000 to $110,000 for 7 additional travel credit cards
- Consider RFP for two 2023 Ford Interceptor Pursuit Utility Vehicles for RPD
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Agenda for August 14, 2023
Mayor and Council Meeting
5:30 p.m. - Work Session, City Hall 2nd Floor Meeting Room
The purpose of this Work Session is for the possible discussion and consideration of those items that are to be
discussed at the regular scheduled city council meeting that is to follow. The public is welcome.
Council Meeting will immediately follow the 7:00 Public Hearing, 1st Floor Court Room
I. Call to Order
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance
All matters listed under Consent Agenda are considered to be routine by the City of Ringgold and will be
enacted by one motion. There will not be separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired by a
member of the council, that item will be removed from the consent agenda and will be considered separately.
II. Consent Agenda
A. Work Session Minutes, July 24, 2023.
B. Public Hearing Minutes, July 24, 2023
C. Regular Scheduled Meeting Minutes, July 24, 2023.
D. Public Hearing August 7, 2023.
E. Public Hearing August 7, 2023.
III. Public Hearing (Following the Public Hearing the Council will consider taking action on the following
items)
A. None.
IV. Ceremonial Proclamations/Resolutions
A. None.
V. Invited Guests
A. None.
VI. Citizen Comments
VII. Reports from Committees and Departments
A. None
B. None
VIII. Old Business
A. Recycling Campaign – Klementisz and Grider
IX. New Business
A. Adopt Millage Rate – Millwood
B. Health Insurance Renewal Update - Vaughn
C …
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Mon Aug 7, 2023
Public Hearing Millage Rate
Ringgold City Council to hold public hearing on millage rate
The Ringgold City Council and Mayor Nick Millwood will conduct a public hearing regarding the adoption of the city's millage rate. Two sessions are scheduled for August 7, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. at City Hall.
- Public hearing to adopt millage rate
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July 31, 2021
The Catoosa County News
P.O. Box 40
Ringgold, Georgia 30736
Notification of a Public Hearing
THE CITY OF RINGGOLD, GEORGIA
Mayor Nick Millwood and the Ringgold City Council will hold a Public Hearing. The Public
Hearing will be held on Monday, August 7, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. and at 5:30 p.m. at City
Hall, 150 Tennessee Street, Ringgold, Georgia.
The purpose of this Public Hearing is for the following items:
1. To Adopt Millage Rate
Mayor Nick Millwood
Mon Jul 24, 2023
Council Meeting
Ringgold Council discusses sign variances, land subdivision, and city business
The City Council will hold a work session followed by a public hearing and regular meeting. Items for consideration include sign ordinance variances, property subdivisions, and various city contracts and updates.
- 7-Eleven sign variance request for illuminated canopy signs at Tax Map 39B, Parcel 25
- Gateway Sales subdivision request for Tax Map R1, Parcel 34
- Resolution supporting Catoosa County’s participation in the Georgia Initiative for Community Housing
- First Amendment to Intergovernmental Agreement between City of Ringgold and Catoosa County for elections
- Invitation to Bid for a 5500 (2-ton) 4x4 Utility Truck
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Agenda for July 24, 2023
Mayor and Council Meeting
6:00 p.m. - Work Session, City Hall 2nd Floor Meeting Room
The purpose of this Work Session is for the possible discussion and consideration of those items that are to be
discussed at the regular scheduled city council meeting that is to follow. The public is welcome.
Council Meeting will immediately follow the 7:00 Public Hearing, 1st Floor Court Room
I. Call to Order
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance
All matters listed under Consent Agenda are considered to be routine by the City of Ringgold and will be
enacted by one motion. There will not be separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired by a
member of the council, that item will be removed from the consent agenda and will be considered separately.
II. Consent Agenda
A. Work Session Minutes, July 10, 2023.
B. Regular Scheduled Meeting Minutes, July 10, 2023.
III. Public Hearing (Following the Public Hearing the Council will consider taking action on the following
items)
A. 7-Eleven is requesting a variance of the City of Ringgold Sign Ordinance for illuminated canopy signs
and canopy signs greater than 10 square feet. The property is located at Tax Map 39B, Parcel 25.
B. Gateway Sales is requesting to subdivide into two parcels. Property is located at Tax Map R1, Parcel 34.
IV. Ceremonial Proclamations/Resolutions
A. Resolution of the City of Ringgold Supporting Catoosa County’s Joint Participation in the Georgia
Initiativ …
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Mon May 22, 2023
Council Meeting
Ringgold Council discusses water projects, sidewalks, and city vehicle purchase
The City Council will hold a work session followed by a regular meeting. Discussion items include a GEFA loan for the Taylor’s Ridge Water Tank Project and sidewalk improvements on Sparks Street.
- Additional GEFA Loan for Taylor’s Ridge Water Tank Project
- Sparks Street Sidewalk/LMIG 2023
- Rename Ringgold Recreational Complex
- Purchase of RPD CID Vehicle from Prater Ford
- Final Reading of Charter Amendment – 2.21 – Quorum; Voting
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Agenda for May 22, 2023
Mayor and Council Meeting
6:00 p.m. - Work Session, City Hall 2nd Floor Meeting Room
The purpose of this Work Session is for the possible discussion and consideration of those items that are to be
discussed at the regular scheduled city council meeting that is to follow. The public is welcome.
Council Meeting will immediately follow the 7:00 Public Hearing, 1st Floor Court Room
I. Call to Order
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance
All matters listed under Consent Agenda are considered to be routine by the City of Ringgold and will be
enacted by one motion. There will not be separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired by a
member of the council, that item will be removed from the consent agenda and will be considered separately.
II. Consent Agenda
A. Work Session Minutes, April 8, 2023.
B. Public Hearing Minutes, May 8, 2023
C. Regular Scheduled Meeting Minutes, May 8, 2023.
A. Final Reading of Charter Amendment – 2.21 – Quorum; Voting
III. Public Hearing (Following the Public Hearing the Council will consider taking action on the following
items)
A. None.
IV. Ceremonial Proclamations/Resolutions
A. Proclamation Honoring the Heroism and Selfless Acts of James Parham - Clark
V. Invited Guests
A. RHS Drill Team
VI. Citizen Comments
VII. Reports from Committees and Departments
A. None.
VIII. Old Business
A. Additional GEFA Loan for Taylor’s Ridge Water Tank Project – Vaughn
B. Sparks Street S …
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Mon May 8, 2023
Council Meeting
Council considers annexation of Millwood and a charter amendment on quorum rules.
The Ringgold City Council will hold a public hearing on four zoning variances and a rezoning request, including a height increase for a QuikTrip sign near I-75. The council will also take a first reading on a charter amendment regarding quorum and voting, and discuss the annexation of Millwood. Additionally, the body will approve a 20% match for a GDOT transportation grant and ratify the appointment of a new Public Works Director.
- Public hearing on Circle K Stores, Inc. (QuikTrip) variance for sign height near I-75 (Tax Map 39B, Parcel 30).
- Public hearing on Yun Gravitt request to subdivide and rezone from C-1 Commercial to R-3 Residential (Tax Map R6, Parcel 14).
- First reading of Charter Amendment 2.21 regarding Quorum and Voting.
- Discussion of annexation of Millwood.
- Approval of 20% match for Transportation Improvement Program Grant through GDOT.
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Agenda for May 8, 2023
Mayor and Council Meeting
6:00 p.m. - Work Session, City Hall 2nd Floor Meeting Room
The purpose of this Work Session is for the possible discussion and consideration of those items that are to be
discussed at the regular scheduled city council meeting that is to follow. The public is welcome.
Council Meeting will immediately follow the 7:00 Public Hearing, 1st Floor Court Room
I. Call to Order
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance
All matters listed under Consent Agenda are considered to be routine by the City of Ringgold and will be
enacted by one motion. There will not be separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired by a
member of the council, that item will be removed from the consent agenda and will be considered separately.
II. Consent Agenda
A. Work Session Minutes, April 24, 2023.
B. Regular Scheduled Meeting Minutes, April 24, 2023.
C. Special Called Meeting Minutes, May 2, 2023.
III. Public Hearing (Following the Public Hearing the Council will consider taking action on the following
items)
A. Circle K Stores, Inc. (QuikTrip) is requesting a variance for relief from the maximum high rise sign height
of 708 feet for signs neighboring I-75 to 110 feet. The property is located at Tax Map 39B, Parcel 30.
B. Alice Evitt Bandy is requesting multiple variances inc luding a relief for the required sidewalk, relief for
façade requirement and a relief variance for the required 20 -foot buffer. The property is …
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Mon Apr 10, 2023
Council Meeting
Ringgold Council to consider multiple zoning variances and city funding items
The City Council will hold public hearings on four variance requests regarding setbacks and sign heights. The body will also discuss new business including insurance renewals, opioid settlement funds, and equipment for the water plant.
- Variance request by Battlefield Parkway MOB, LLC to reduce side setback from 20 to 10 feet (Tax Map 22C, Parcel 1-A)
- Variance request by Rehab Land Group to reduce side setback from 20 to 10 feet (Tax Map 37C, Parcel 50-3A)
- Funding for Pickleball/Recreational Complex
- Demolition of building on Tennessee Street
- Memorandum of Understanding for 2023 Opioid Settlement
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Agenda for April 10, 2023
Mayor and Council Meeting
6:00 p.m. - Work Session, City Hall 2nd Floor Meeting Room
The purpose of this Work Session is for the possible discussion and consideration of those items that are to be discussed at the regular scheduled city council meeting that is to follow. The public is welcome.
Council Meeting will immediately follow the 7:00 Public Hearing, 1st Floor Court Room
I. Call to Order
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance
All matters listed under Consent Agenda are considered to be routine by the City of Ringgold and will be enacted by one motion. There will not be separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired by a member of the council, that item will be removed from the consent agenda and will be considered separately.
II. Consent Agenda
A. Work Session Minutes, March 27, 2023.
B. Regular Scheduled Meeting Minutes, March 27, 2023.
III. Public Hearing (Following the Public Hearing the Council will consider taking action on the following items)
A. Battlefield Parkway MOB, LLC is requesting a variance to reduce the side setback from 20 feet to 10 feet on a property line which rests on a shared 30-foot wide driveway. The property is located at Tax Map 22C, Parcel 1-A.
B. Circle K Stores, Inc. (QuikTrip) is requesting a variance for relief from the maximum high rise sign height of 70 feet for signs neighboring I-75 to 110 feet. The property is located at Tax Map 39B, Parcel 30.
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Mon Jan 23, 2023
Council Meeting
Ringgold Council to consider rezoning, sign variances, and park improvements
The City Council will hold a public hearing and take action on several zoning and variance requests. The agenda also includes discussions regarding water rates, dog park fencing, and new task orders for pickleball courts and a canoe launch.
- Rezoning request from R-2 Residential to I-1 Industrial at Tax Map 53, Parcel 3
- Sign variance for Hospitality Ringgold Investment LLC to increase monument sign from 18 to 48 square feet
- Variance requests for building facade and landscape buffer at Tax Map 22C, Parcel 3
- Approval of Task Order #R23-02 for the design of 6 pickleball courts
- Approval of CTI Task Order No. R23-02 for the Guyler Street Canoe Launch and Park
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Agenda for March 13, 2023
Mayor and Council Meeting
6:00 p.m. - Work Session, City Hall 2nd Floor Meeting Room
The purpose of this Work Session is for the possible discussion and consideration of those items that are to be discussed at the regular scheduled city council meeting that is to follow. The public is welcome.
Council Meeting will immediately follow the 7:00 Public Hearing, 1st Floor Court Room
I. Call to Order
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance
All matters listed under Consent Agenda are considered to be routine by the City of Ringgold and will be enacted by one motion. There will not be separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired by a member of the council, that item will be removed from the consent agenda and will be considered separately.
II. Consent Agenda
A. Work Session Minutes, February 13, 2023.
B. Public Hearing Minutes, February 13, 2023
C. Regular Scheduled Meeting Minutes, February 13, 2023.
III. Public Hearing (Following the Public Hearing the Council will consider taking action on the following items)
IV. Antonio Morales is requesting to rezone from an R-2 Residential to a I-1 Industrial. The property is located at Tax Map 53, Parcel 3.
V. Hospitality Ringgold Investment LLC is requesting a sign variance to increase the Ground Sign (monumental) from 18 square feet maximum size to 48 square feet. The property is located at Tax Map 39B, Parcel 57-5.
VI. Alice Evitt Bandy is requesting a variance for a front …
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Mon Jan 9, 2023
Council Meeting
Council to consider rezoning and variance requests for Gateway Sales property
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss items for the regular meeting, including a public hearing on two rezoning requests and a variance. The consent agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes. New business items include a termite treatment contract, a capital improvement program discussion, and several appointments.
- Gateway Sales rezoning request from R-1 to RTZ at Tax Map R1, Parcel 34
- Gateway Sales variance request for 73 feet per unit to build 3 units on same parcel
- Nance Sybil Estate rezoning request from C-2 to R-1 at Tax Map 38B, Parcel 13
- Approve Termite Treatment Contract with Enviroguard for Doc Steve’s Place
- First Reading of Ordinance No. 2023-0123 – Excise Tax Amendment
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Agenda for January 9, 2023
Mayor and Council Meeting
6:00 p.m. - Work Session, City Hall 2nd Floor Meeting Room
The purpose of this Work Session is for the possible discussion and consideration of those items that are to be
discussed at the regular scheduled city council meeting that is to follow. The public is welcome.
Council Meeting will immediately follow the 7:00 Public Hearing, 1st Floor Court Room
I. Call to Order
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance
All matters listed under Consent Agenda are considered to be routine by the City of Ringgold and will be
enacted by one motion. There will not be separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired by a
member of the council, that item will be removed from the consent agenda and will be considered separately.
II. Consent Agenda
A. Work Session Minutes, December 12, 2022.
B. Regular Scheduled Meeting Minutes, December 12, 2022.
III. Public Hearing (Following the Public Hearing the Council will consider taking action on the following
items)
A. Gateway Sales is requesting that the property be rezoned from an R-1, Residential property to a RTZ,
Residential property. The property is located at Tax Map R1, Parcel 34.
B. Gateway Sales is requesting a variance of 73 feet per unit to build 3 units on the parcel. The property is
located at Tax Map R1, Parcel 34.
C. Nance Sybil Estate c/o Robin Allen is requesting that the property be rezoned from a C-2 Commercial to
a R-1 Residential. The prop …
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Mon Aug 22, 2022
City Council - Regularly Scheduled Meeting
Ringgold Council to consider Golden Mile Trail grant, land lease, sewer rehab
The Ringgold City Council will hold a work session and regular meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including accepting a grant for the Golden Mile Trail Phase 2, leasing 3.42 acres to the Downtown Development Authority, and approving a sanitary sewer rehabilitation task order. The agenda also includes updates on the Crossroads Unity Family Park and recreational complex improvements. The meeting is open to the public, with a public hearing preceding the council meeting.
- Resolution to accept grant for Golden Mile Trail Phase 2
- Lease of 3.42 acres from City to Ringgold Downtown Development Authority
- CTI Task Order #R22-05 for sanitary sewer rehabilitation
- Authorize Mayor to execute Land and Water Conservation Fund Project Agreement
- Ringgold Recreational Complex Improvements
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Agenda for August 22, 2022
Mayor and Council Meeting
6:00 p.m. - Work Session, City Hall 2nd Floor Meeting Room
The purpose of this Work Session is for the possible discussion and consideration of those items that are to be discussed at the regular scheduled city council meeting that is to follow. The public is welcome.
Council Meeting will immediately follow the 7:00 Public Hearing, 1st Floor Court Room
I. Call to Order
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance
All matters listed under Consent Agenda are considered to be routine by the City of Ringgold and will be enacted by one motion. There will not be separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired by a member of the council, that item will be removed from the consent agenda and will be considered separately.
II. Consent Agenda
A. Work Session Minutes, August 8, 2022
B. Public Hearing Minutes, August 8, 2022
C. Regular Scheduled Meeting Minutes, August 8, 2022
III. Public Hearing (Following the Public Hearing the Council will consider taking action on the following items)
A.
IV. Ceremonial Proclamations/Resolutions
A. Resolution to Accept Grant to Complete Golden Mile Trail Phase 2 � Vaughn
V. Invited Guests
A. None
VI. Citizen Comments
VII. Reports from Committees and Departments
A. CVB
B. DDA
VIII. Old Business
A. None.
IX. New Business
A. Crossroads Unity Family Park Update � Millie Cheek
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Mon May 9, 2022
City Council - Regularly Scheduled Meeting
Ringgold Council to consider annexation, rezoning, sign variance, and police vehicle purchase
The Ringgold City Council will hold a work session and regular meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including annexation and rezoning requests, a sign ordinance variance, and a police vehicle purchase. A public hearing will precede the council meeting for the zoning and variance requests. The agenda also includes old business items like the Little Generals Playground budget and reconsidering an open container entertainment district.
- Annexation and C-2 Commercial zoning request for property at Tax Map 38B, Parcel 12-C
- Rezoning of properties at Tax Map 38-B, Parcels 12A and 12B from R-1 Residential to C-2 Commercial
- Sign ordinance variance request by RPME LLC for Tax Map 22-C, Parcel 52, increasing aggregate sign area from 300 to 624 sq ft and single sign area from 200 to 503 sq ft
- Approval of bid from Prater Ford for one 2022 Ford for Ringgold Police CID
- Special permit request for Rabbit Valley Farmers Market
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Agenda for May 9, 2022
Mayor and Council Meeting
6:00 p.m. - Work Session, City Hall 2nd Floor Meeting Room
The purpose of this Work Session is for the possible discussion and consideration of those items that are to be discussed at the regular scheduled city council meeting that is to follow. The public is welcome.
Council Meeting will immediately follow the 7:00 Public Hearing, 1st Floor Court Room
I. Call to Order
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance
All matters listed under Consent Agenda are considered to be routine by the City of Ringgold and will be enacted by one motion. There will not be separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired by a member of the council, that item will be removed from the consent agenda and will be considered separately.
II. Consent Agenda
A. Work Session Minutes, April 25, 2022
B. Regular Scheduled Meeting Minutes, April 25, 2022
III. Public Hearing (Following the Public Hearing the Council will consider taking action on the following items)
A. Melissa Norris is requesting to be annexed into the City of Ringgold and the property be zoned C-2, Commercial. The property is located at Tax map 38B, Parcel 12-C.
B. Melissa Norris is requesting that properties be rezoned from a R-1, Residential properties to a C-2 Commercial properties. The properties are located at Tax Map 38-B, Paracel 12A and Parcel 12B.
C. RPME LLC is requesting a variance of the Sign Ordinance of the City of Ringgold involving the maximum …
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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $85,350 | PREMIER BOILER & COMBUSTION LLC Department of Defense · BOILER RENTAL BLDG 1143 |
| $38,418 | BURGER, SHANNON M Department of Defense · BASE-ROPE ACCESS SUPERVISION AND NON-DES |
| $18,000 | WILLIAMS FORESTRY & ASSOCIATES, LLC Department of the Interior · FL-LWR SUWANNEE NWR-TREE PLANTING |
| $17,031 | T & T PRODUCE, INC Department of Defense · 4571892146!WATERMELON, CHL, |
| $15,751 | T & T PRODUCE, INC Department of Defense · 4571262180!HONEYDEW MELON, CHL, |
| $15,250 | NORTH GEORGIA MOBILITY, INC. Department of Veterans Affairs · CURVED STAIRLIFT PROSTHETICS |
| $12,761 | T & T PRODUCE, INC Department of Defense · 4571942762!CANTALOUPE, CHL, |
| $12,474 | T & T PRODUCE, INC Department of Defense · 4571159028!HONEYDEW MELON, CHL, |
| $12,413 | NORTH GEORGIA MOBILITY, INC. Department of Veterans Affairs · LENA FREESTAND LIFT W ALTAIR LIFT MOTOR |
| $12,297 | T & T PRODUCE, INC Department of Defense · 4571489924!CANTALOUPE, CHL, |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Catoosa County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Traffic fatalities4 (2024)
Business establishments1,044 (13,316 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,426/mo (39 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy16.7% (low numeracy 26% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
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Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
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Where it’s happening
geocoded land-use decisions🗺 Interactive map
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