Lyons, GA

City Council Special Called Meeting

The City Council will consider a resolution to set the 2026 millage rate. The meeting includes public hearings for the first readings of redevelopment plans for two tax allocation districts.

• Resolution to set the 2026 millage rate
• Public hearing for Tax Allocation District 1 (Downtown District) redevelopment plan
• Public hearing for Tax Allocation District 2 (US1 Bypass) redevelopment plan

The City Council unanimously approved the millage rate for the 2026 fiscal year. The council also held first readings for two redevelopment plan resolutions, which required no motion at this time.

• Adopted millage rate of 4.9 for 2026 fiscal year (Unanimous)

Council Public Hearing

The Mayor and City Council of the City of Lyons will hold a public hearing to set the millage rate for 2026.

• Resolution to set the 2026 millage rate

The City Council held a public hearing for the third reading of a resolution to set the 2026 millage rate. No motion was required or taken during this session.

• Held public hearing on 2026 millage rate (no motion)

Council Public Hearing

The Mayor and City Council will hold a public hearing to establish the millage rate for 2026.

• Resolution to set the 2026 millage rate

The Mayor and City Council of the City of Lyons held a public hearing for the first reading of a resolution to set the 2026 millage rate. The minutes note that a list of public attendance is on file, and no final decisions or votes on the millage rate are recorded.

• Held first reading of the 2026 millage rate resolution

Council Public Hearing

The Mayor and City Council of the City of Lyons will hold a public hearing to set the 2026 millage rate.

• Resolution to set the 2026 millage rate

The City Council conducted a second reading and public hearing regarding a resolution to set the 2026 millage rate. The provided minutes do not record a final vote or decision on the resolution.

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider several ordinances to amend the city code and a resolution to purchase real property. The body is also discussing a donation to the Boys and Girls Club of Toombs County and scheduling a public hearing for a 2026 millage rate increase.

• Resolution to set a public hearing for a 2026 millage rate increase
• Resolution to purchase real property
• Resolution for a donation to the Boys and Girls Club of Toombs County and 2026 budget amendment
• Intergovernmental agreement between the City of Lyons and Toombs County Board of Education
• Proposed amendments to City Code sections 74-56, 74-104, 14-2, and 58-32

The City Council approved the purchase of real property on S State St and renewed an intergovernmental agreement with the Toombs County Board of Education. The council also increased a donation to the Boys and Girls Club and scheduled public hearings for a proposed millage rate increase.

• Approved purchase of property at 448 S State St for $200,000.00 (Unanimous)
• Renewed intergovernmental agreement with Toombs County Board of Education for $15,000.00 annually through August 31, 2030 (Unanimous)
• Approved increasing donation to the Boys and Girls Club of Toombs County to $3,500.00 (Unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearings for proposed millage rate increase for Oct 15 (12:00 PM and 6:00 PM) and Oct 22 (5:00 PM) (Unanimous)
• Approved September 2026 regular council meeting minutes (Unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will review the financial report through June 2026 and hear reports from the City Manager and Lyons Mainstreet. The meeting includes a resolution to update the city employee handbook and a proposed ordinance to amend Chapter 18 of the Code of Lyons.

• Resolution to amend and update the City of Lyons employee handbook and personnel policies
• Ordinance to amend Chapter 18 of the Code of Lyons by adding Article VIII, Sec 73 (t)
• Review of financial report through June 2026
• Toombs County Development Authority September 2026 report

The City Council unanimously approved a resolution authorizing amendments to the employee handbook and personnel policies. The council also approved the minutes from the August 4, 2026 regular session and the financial report through June 2026. A first reading of an ordinance to amend Chapter 18 of the City Code was presented, with no motion needed at this time.

• Approved resolution to amend employee handbook and personnel policies (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from August 4, 2026 regular session (unanimous)
• Approved financial report through June 2026 (unanimous)
• First reading of ordinance to amend Chapter 18 of City Code (no motion needed)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider a zoning request from Montfort Properties for two properties at 253 N Lanier Street and 156 E Toombs Avenue. The meeting also includes resolutions to update the employee handbook, appoint a new city clerk, and void prior annexation actions for two parcels. Proclamations honoring Lynn Rowland and the 2026 Southeast Georgia Soap Box Derby International Race are scheduled.

• Zoning request for 253 N Lanier Street (L19-065) and 156 E Toombs Avenue (L18-072)
• Resolution to amend City of Lyons employee handbook and personnel policies
• Resolution appointing Chaquandra Hudson as City Clerk
• Resolution to void annexation of parcels C27 023B and C27 048A and void Resolutions 2127 and 2123
• Proclamation honoring Lynn Rowland and proclamation for 2026 Southeast Georgia Soap Box Derby International Race

The council approved a resolution appointing Chaquandra Hudson as City Clerk (3-0, with one abstention) and unanimously passed a resolution voiding two prior annexation actions for two Toombs County parcels. A zoning request for properties at 253 N Lanier Street and 156 E Toombs Avenue was discussed but no motion was made, so it remains eligible for a future meeting.

• Appointed Chaquandra Hudson as City Clerk (3-0, Benton abstained)
• Voided annexation actions for parcels C27 023B and C27 048A, including Resolutions 2127 and 2123 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from July 7, 2026 (unanimous)
• No action taken on zoning request for Montfort Properties at 253 N Lanier Street and 156 E Toombs Avenue

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will approve financial statements, receive reports from local authorities, and vote on awarding contracts for road resurfacing, hurricane resilience funding, and zoning ordinance updates.

• Award project to resurface roads funded by Local Maintenance and Improvement Grant 2026 Supplemental
• Award grant administration services related to GEFA Hurricane Helene Resilience Funding Program
• Award engineering services related to GEFA Hurricane Helene Resilience Funding Program
• Engage with Inspire Placemaking for services related to the City of Lyons Zoning Ordinance Update

The City Council approved a road resurfacing contract to McLendon Enterprise and awarded several service contracts related to GEFA Hurricane Helene Resilience funding. Additionally, the council approved engineering services for pump stations and water infrastructure, as well as a zoning ordinance update.

• Approved June 2, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved April 2026 financial report (unanimous)
• Awarded road resurfacing contract to McLendon Enterprise for $180,201.34 (passed with majority; Shell abstained)
• Awarded grant administration to ER Asist Inc (unanimous)
• Awarded engineering services to M.E. Sack Engineering (unanimous)
• Awarded engineering services to Hofstadter and Associates (unanimous)
• Awarded zoning ordinance update services to Inspire Placemaking (unanimous)

City Council Work Session

City Council Regular Meeting

The Lyons City Council will consider a resolution requesting the state legislative delegation to introduce local legislation for a Local Homestead Option Sales Tax (LHOST), subject to voter approval. The council will also discuss awarding a road resurfacing project funded by a LMIG grant, contracting grant administration and engineering services for Hurricane Helene resilience funding, and hiring a consultant for zoning ordinance updates. A financial report through April 2026 will be presented.

• Resolution to request state authorization for a Local Homestead Option Sales Tax (LHOST) subject to referendum
• Award road resurfacing project funded by the Local Maintenance and Improvement Grant (LMIG) 2026 Supplemental
• Award grant administration services for the GEFA Hurricane Helene Resilience Funding Program
• Award engineering services for the GEFA Hurricane Helene Resilience Funding Program
• Engage Inspire Placemaking for services related to the zoning ordinance update

The City Council approved a resolution requesting the Toombs County State Legislative Delegation introduce legislation for a local homestead option sales tax (LHOST) subject to referendum. Other items including road resurfacing, grant administration, engineering services, and zoning ordinance updates were reviewed but no decision was recorded.

• Passed resolution to request LHOST legislation (5-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Lyons City Council will consider a request from Jeffery Phillips to rezone parcel C39D-013A from R-1 to R-2 to allow placement of a modular home. The council will also vote on a resolution to award 2026 athletic field and court lighting. Several routine reports and the approval of previous meeting minutes are also on the agenda.

• Request to rezone parcel C39D-013A from R-1 to R-2 for a modular home
• Resolution to award 2026 Athletic Field and Court Lighting
• Approval of minutes from May 7, 2026 regular session
• Reports from Toombs County Development Authority, Lyons Mainstreet, and Long-Term Recovery Group

The City Council unanimously approved Jeffery Phillips' request to rezone a parcel from R-1 to R-2 for a modular home, granted a special use variance for a mobile home on Stauart Lane, and awarded the 2026 athletic field and court lighting contract to Graham Electric LLC for $825,000. The council also corrected an error in prior minutes, changing the approval from April 7 to May 5, 2026.

• Approved rezoning of C39D-013A from R-1 to R-2 (unanimous)
• Approved special use variance for mobile home on Stauart Lane (unanimous)
• Awarded athletic field lighting contract to Graham Electric LLC for $825,000 (unanimous)
• Corrected minutes from April 7 to May 5, 2026 (unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Lyons City Council will consider awarding an engineering contract for hurricane disaster recovery under OneGeorgia grant #26hd-138-5-5306. The council will also approve minutes from April 7, 2026, and a financial report through February 2026. Reports from the Toombs County Development Authority, Lyons Mainstreet, and the City Manager are scheduled.

• Resolution to award engineering contract for OneGeorgia Hurricane Disaster Recovery award #26hd-138-5-5306
• Approval of financial report through February 2026
• Toombs County Development Authority May 2026 report
• Lyons Mainstreet May 2026 report
• Proclamation for 57th Annual Professional Municipal Clerks Week

The council unanimously approved the minutes from April 7 and the financial report through February 2026. They passed a resolution awarding an engineering contract to Hofstadter and Associates for the design of stormwater culvert replacement along North Washington Street, part of the OneGeorgia Hurricane Disaster Recovery program. A proclamation was also issued declaring Professional Municipal Clerks Week.

• Approved minutes from April 7, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved financial report through February 2026 (unanimous)
• Passed resolution to award engineering contract to Hofstadter and Associates for stormwater culvert replacement design on North Washington Street (unanimous)

City Council Special Called Meeting

The Lyons City Council is holding a special called meeting to consider a resolution appointing an interim Fire Chief. The council will also authorize the terms of the appointment and set an effective date. No other business is on the agenda.

• Resolution appointing an interim Fire Chief for the City of Lyons, Georgia, authorizing terms and effective date

The council unanimously approved motions to enter executive session to discuss personal matters and later reconvene. A resolution to appoint Larry Monroe as interim fire chief with supplemental salary was introduced, but the minutes do not record a vote or final outcome.

• Approved motion to enter executive session for personal matters (4-0)
• Approved motion to reconvene after executive session (4-0)
• Approved motion to resume special called meeting (4-0)
• Resolution appointing Larry Monroe as interim fire chief was proposed; outcome not recorded

City Council Regular Meeting

The Lyons City Council will vote on a resolution imposing a 180-day moratorium on new residential and commercial building applications in the central business district. Other resolutions include authorizing a FY 2026 Community Development Block Grant application, adopting a fair housing anti-discrimination policy, amending traffic flow at North Washington and West Columbia, and approving an agreement with Tax Specialists of Georgia-Southeast, LLC. The council will also consider a variance from building code for a specific project and an application for workforce housing financing through the Georgia Equity Fund Program.

• Resolution imposing 180-day moratorium on new residential and commercial buildings in central business district
• Resolution to authorize FY 2026 Community Development Block Grant application to Georgia DCA
• Resolution prohibiting discrimination in housing based on race, color, religion, gender, or national origin
• Resolution to amend traffic flow at North Washington and West Columbia
• Resolution to approve agreement with Tax Specialists of Georgia-Southeast, LLC

The City Council rescinded two prior resolutions, one regarding a housing discrimination ban and another regarding a Community Development Block Grant application. The Council approved a new resolution to submit a CDBG application and authorized a 180-day moratorium on new residential and commercial construction in the Central Business District.

• Rescinded Resolution 64 regarding CDBG application submission
• Rescinded Resolution 65 prohibiting housing discrimination
• Approved new resolution to submit FY 2026 CDBG application
• Approved resolution prohibiting housing discrimination
• Approved resolution amending traffic flow at North Washington and West Columbia
• Approved agreement with Tax Specialists of Georgia-Southeast, LLC
• Approved resolution imposing 180-day moratorium on new construction in Central Business District
• Authorized hiring of Coverage Council and execution of related documents

Zoning Board Meeting

The Lyons Zoning Board will hold a public hearing on an ordinance to replace Article III of Chapter 14, establishing new rules for new and pre-owned manufactured homes. The ordinance defines terms, sets permit requirements including a $500 refundable bond and a $200 inspection fee, and outlines minimum health and safety standards. A companion ordinance amends the zoning appendix. The board is expected to discuss and possibly recommend passage to the city council.

• Ordinance to strike and replace Article III of Chapter 14 (Buildings and Construction) with new manufactured home regulations.
• Companion ordinance to amend Appendix A (Zoning) to align with new manufactured home rules.
• Permit and inspection fee of $200 for new and pre-owned manufactured homes, with $50 for extra inspections.
• Refundable $500 guarantee of condition bond required for permit.
• Minimum health and safety standards including HUD Code compliance, interior/exterior conditions, egress windows, smoke detectors, steps/landings.

The Lyons Zoning Board met on April 10, 2025, and discussed two proposed ordinances to amend the city's code regarding zoning and housing regulations. The board recommended no changes to the first ordinance and offered several non-binding recommendations on the second, including reducing minimum lot sizes and easing requirements for modular home parks. However, no formal votes were taken, and no decisions were made.

• Ordinance to replace Article III of Chapter 14: no changes recommended, no action taken
• Ordinance to amend Appendix A (zoning): board made recommendations on minimum lot size, foundation requirements, and expansion rules, but no action taken

Regular Meeting

The Lyons City Council will vote on resolutions to annex three parcels in unincorporated Toombs County (parcels C39 006D, C27-023, C27-048A) and appoint Larry Griggers to the Zoning Board. They will also approve the February 2025 financial statement and receive reports on Juneteenth, Main Street, and the City Manager. A resolution authorizing independent third-party contractors is also on the agenda.

• Appointment of Larry Griggers to the Zoning Board, replacing Mark Montfort, term through June 2029
• Annexation of a 65.06-acre parcel (C39 006D) by McLendon Ent into city limits
• Annexation of parcel C27-023 into city limits
• Annexation of parcel C27-048A into city limits
• Resolution authorizing independent third-party contractors

The City Council approved the annexation of three properties into city limits with requests for C1 zoning. Additionally, the council appointed Larry Griggers to the Zoning Board through June 2029 and authorized independent third-party contractors.

• Approved May 6, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved February 2025 financial statement (unanimous)
• Appointed Larry Griggers to the Zoning Board through June 3, 2029 (unanimous)
• Approved annexation of 65.06 acres owned by McLendon Enterprise for C1 zoning (unanimous)
• Approved annexation of 11.89 acres owned by Stacer Mill Enterprise for C1 zoning (unanimous)
• Approved annexation of 7.66 acres owned by Georgia Fresh Pack LLC for C1 zoning (unanimous)
• Authorized independent third-party contractors including Bureau Veritas North America Inc (unanimous)

Committee meeting

The Lyons Finance Committee will discuss two resolutions: one to amend the FY2025 operating budget and one to adopt the FY2025 capital budget. The resolutions would adjust budgeted amounts and set capital project appropriations. The committee will likely vote to recommend these to the full City Council.

• Resolution to amend FY2025 operating budget
• Resolution adopting FY2025 capital budget with appropriations and revenue sources

Regular Meeting

The Lyons City Council will hold a regular meeting on September 2, 2025. The main action is a proposed ordinance to create an Open Container Alcoholic Beverage District in the downtown core, allowing open containers on public property within a defined area. The council will also approve minutes, financial statements, and receive reports from the Chamber of Commerce, Main Street, and the City Manager.

• Ordinance to add Article X (Sections 6-221 through 6-224) establishing an open container district bounded by Lanier, Broad, Washington streets and the alley north of Columbia Avenue, plus 304 Society Gardens
• Approval of September 2025 financial statement
• City Manager report for September 2025
• Chamber of Commerce and Main Street updates

The City Council approved the second reading of an ordinance to amend Chapter 6 regarding open containers. Additionally, the council approved previous meeting minutes and the September 2025 financial statement.

• Approved August 12, 2025 Special Called Meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved August 5, 2025 Regular Meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved September 2025 financial statement (unanimous)
• Approved second reading of open container ordinance (unanimous)

Public Hearing

The City Council is holding a public hearing to consider adopting a resolution that sets the 2024 millage rate at 3.89 mills. The proposed rate is unchanged from the prior year and is not higher than the rollback rate. The estimated tax levy is $617,517.

• Resolution (ID #2070) to set 2024 millage rate at 3.89 mills
• Estimated tax levy of $617,517 for 2024, an increase of $146,122 over prior year
• Lyons inflationary growth assessed at $25,944,068

The City Council held a public hearing regarding Resolution #2070 to set the 2024 millage rate. The 2024 digest anticipates an estimated tax levy of $617,517, which is $146,122 more than the previous year's estimated levy.

• Held public hearing for Resolution #2070 to set 2024 millage rate

Work Session

The City Council will discuss an ordinance to codify election procedures, a resolution to have Toombs County conduct city elections in 2025 and 2027, a request to call a redevelopment powers election, a zoning request at 340 Stewart Lane, property purchases, and the adoption of a FY2025 capital budget.

• Ordinance to add Sec. 1-13 to city code regarding conduct of elections and reserve Sec. 1-14 through 1-50
• Resolution to enter into a memorandum of understanding with Toombs County to conduct city elections 2025-2027
• Resolution requesting a call for an election to authorize redevelopment powers under state law
• Zoning request for property at 340 Stewart Lane
• Resolution to adopt a FY2025 capital budget for all city funds

Zoning Board Meeting

The Lyons Zoning Board will hold a public hearing and vote on a request by Princess Crawford to rezone 340 Stewart Lane from R1 to R2. The owner seeks to subdivide the 2-acre lot into two 1-acre lots and place a mobile home on the vacant lot. The property currently has a dwelling in poor condition.

• Zoning request for 340 Stewart Lane (parcel C39D-012A) from R1 to R2
• Owner proposes subdividing 2 acres into two 1-acre lots
• Request includes placing a mobile home on the new vacant lot
• $100 non-refundable application fee required

The Board recommended approval of a special use variance to allow a modular home on a subdivided lot at 340 Stewart Lane. The recommendation includes a suggestion for the Council to examine the area for future rezoning.

• Recommended approval of special use variance for 340 Stewart Lane (unanimous)

Zoning Board Meeting

The Lyons Zoning Board will hear a request from Avery Cyree for a setback variance at 450 S. Washington Street to construct a new building. This is the only action item on the July 29, 2025 agenda.

• Request for setback variance at 450 S. Washington St by Avery Cyree for new building construction

The Lyons Zoning Board unanimously recommended denying a setback variance request for 450 S. Washington St. and forwarded the item to the City Attorney to verify it falls within the board's authority. The board also unanimously adopted its officers for the term. Setback variances determine how close structures can be built to property lines, which affects local property use and compliance. The meeting closed at 7:00 PM.

• Recommended denial of setback variance at 450 S. Washington St. (unanimous)
• Forwarded variance request to City Attorney to confirm board jurisdiction
• Adopted zoning board officers (unanimous)

Regular Meeting

The Lyons City Council will consider approving a paving contract for city streets under the 2021-2022 LMIG grant, with a city match of $30,635. They will also vote on an emergency water interconnection agreement with Vidalia and appoint a new municipal court solicitor.

• Resolution to award paving contract for certain city streets using 2021-2022 LMIG grant (total $238,794, city match $30,635)
• Interconnection agreement with City of Vidalia for emergency water services
• Resolution appointing Jack M. Downie Sr. as Municipal Court Solicitor
• Proclamations honoring Soap Box Derby racers, including world champion Cash Driggers
• Citizen request from Chandra Woods to speak on behalf of SEEDS

The council approved a $306,350 paving contract for six streets using LMIG grant funds, awarded to lowest bidder Sikes Brothers. It also unanimously approved an interconnection agreement with Vidalia for emergency water system use, appointed Jack M. Downie Sr. as municipal court solicitor, and issued proclamations honoring local soap box derby champions. Minutes and financial statement were approved.

• Approved $306,350 paving contract to Sikes Brothers for 2021-2022 LMIG streets (3-0, Toole abstained)
• Approved interconnection agreement with City of Vidalia for emergency water system use (unanimous)
• Appointed Jack M. Downie Sr. as Municipal Court Solicitor (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of Aug 2, 2022 regular meeting (unanimous)
• Approved financial statement for month ending July 2022 (unanimous)

Regular Meeting

The Lyons City Council will hold a regular meeting on August 2, 2022. Action items include a variance request from Patricia Ann Gaffney to move a 1975 manufactured home onto a lot for storage, and an alcohol beverage license application for Nisha DJ Inc dba Janis Discount. The council will also issue proclamations honoring the 10 & Under Girls Fastpitch Softball and 8 & Under Boys Baseball teams for their GRPA state championships, and receive reports from the city manager and Main Street program.

• Variance request by Patricia Ann Gaffney to move a 1975 manufactured home from parcel C53-024C to L26-024 for non-occupied storage
• Alcohol beverage license application for Nisha DJ Inc, doing business as Janis Discount
• Proclamation congratulating the Lyons 10 & Under Girls Fastpitch Softball team on winning the GRPA Class A/B state championship
• Proclamation congratulating the Lyons 8 & Under Boys Baseball team on winning the GRPA Class A/B state championship
• Approval of financial statement for month ending June 2022

The City Council approved a beer and wine license for Nisha DJ Inc at 400 NW Broad Street. A variance request from Patricia Ann Gaffney was tabled until the next meeting.

• Approved July 12, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved June 2022 financial statement (unanimous)
• Tabled Patricia Ann Gaffney variance request (unanimous)
• Approved beer and wine license for Nisha DJ Inc DBA Janis Discount Convenience Store (unanimous)

Regular Meeting

The City Council will approve June 2023 financial statements and minutes from the July 11 regular meeting. Reports will be presented from Lyons Mainstreet, the Juneteenth Committee, and the City Manager. Council will appoint members to standing and special committees and consider a resolution authorizing a project under the Transportation Investment Act of 2010.

• Approve June 2023 financial statement
• Appointment of members to standing and special committees
• Resolution authorizing a Transportation Investment Act of 2010 project
• City Manager report (1941 series, June 2023)
• Lyons Mainstreet and Juneteenth Committee reports

The City Council approved the July 11, 2023, meeting minutes and the June 2023 financial statement. Mayor NeSmith appointed a committee to oversee the Faison Park Grant Project. The council also authorized the Mayor to execute documents regarding the 2020 Transportation Investment Act project.

• Approved July 11, 2023, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved June 2023 financial statement (unanimous)
• Appointed Faison Park Grant Project oversight committee
• Authorized Mayor to execute 2020 Transportation Investment Act project documents (unanimous)

Regular Meeting

The Lyons City Council will hold a regular meeting on January 9, 2024. Key actions include swearing in Mayor Willis Nesmith and Councilmen Drayton Oliver and Ivy Toole. The council will also consider resolutions to quitclaim city interest in certain land tracts and to contract with the Heart of Georgia Regional Commission for a OneGeorgia Equity Grant. Proclamations for National Law Enforcement Day and FCCLA Week are scheduled.

• Swearing in of Mayor Willis Nesmith and Councilmen Drayton Oliver and Ivy Toole
• Resolution to quitclaim city's interest in certain tracts of land within Lyons
• Resolution to contract with Heart of Georgia Regional Commission for OneGeorgia Equity Grant administration
• Proclamations: National Law Enforcement Day, FCCLA Week, recognition of Chris Failla
• Appointment of members to standing and special committees, and appointment of Mayor Pro Tem

The City Council swore in Mayor Willis NeSmith, Mayor Pro Tempore Ivy Toole, and Councilman Drayton Oliver for four-year terms. The council also approved a quitclaim resolution, committee appointments, the reappointment of Ivy Toole as Mayor Pro Tempore, and a contract with Heart of Georgia Regional Commission.

• Swore in Willis D. NeSmith (Mayor), Ivy Toole (Councilman/Mayor Pro Tem), and Drayton Oliver (Councilman) for four-year terms
• Approved Dec 5, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved November 2023 financial statement (unanimous)
• Approved quitclaim resolution for certain tracts of land within corporate limits (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of members to standing and special committees (unanimous)
• Approved reappointment of Ivy Toole as Mayor Pro Tempore for a four-year term (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Heart of Georgia Regional Commission for OneGeorgia Equity Grant technical assistance (unanimous)

Regular Meeting

The Lyons City Council will consider several resolutions at its June 4, 2024, regular meeting, including installing a stop sign at W. Clifton Ave and S. Washington St, appointing Paige Corouthers to the Housing Authority, and amending the FY2024 operating budget. The council will also approve minutes and a financial statement, and receive reports from city departments and committees.

• Resolution to install a stop sign at W. Clifton Ave and S. Washington St to create a 3-way stop-controlled intersection
• Appointment of Paige Corouthers as commissioner of the Lyons Housing Authority for the unexpired term of Sonja Eason
• Two resolutions to amend the FY2024 operating budget (specifics not provided in agenda)
• Approval of April 2024 financial statement

The City Council approved several budget amendments for the Lyons Railroad Depot and authorized new stop signs at W. Clifton Ave and S. Washington Street. Additionally, Paige Corouthers was reappointed to the Housing Authority for a five-year term.

• Approved May 7, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved April 2024 financial statement (unanimous)
• Authorized two additional stop signs at W. Clifton Ave and S. Washington Street (unanimous)
• Reappointed Paige Corouthers as Housing Authority Commissioner through June 2029 (unanimous)
• Approved $13,000 to remove a building adjacent to the Lyons Railroad Depot (unanimous)
• Approved $47,000 to pave the parking area at the Lyons Railroad Depot (5-0)

Work Session

The Lyons City Council will discuss a resolution requesting Toombs County's legislative delegation to introduce a local law granting the city redevelopment powers, including the ability to create Tax Allocation Districts within city limits. The council will also consider an alcohol beverage license application for on-premise and Sunday sales at 353 N.E. Broad Street.

• Resolution to request redevelopment powers and creation of Tax Allocation Districts throughout city limits
• Alcohol license application for Navraj Lamsal for on-premise and Sunday sales of malt beverage and beer at 353 N.E. Broad Street

Work Session

The Lyons City Council will discuss two ordinances: one replacing Chapter 14's article on manufactured homes with new definitions, fees, and safety standards, and another amending the zoning appendix. A resolution to appoint members to the Lyons Housing Authority is also on the agenda. These are work session discussion items, not final votes.

• Ordinance to replace Article III of Chapter 14 with new rules for new and pre-owned manufactured homes, including a $500 refundable bond, $200 permit fee, and $50 for extra inspections
• Ordinance to amend Appendix A – Zoning, striking and inserting multiple sections
• Proposed definition of 'abandoned manufactured home' as vacant 90+ days with unpaid rent, no utilities, or risk to safety
• Minimum health and safety standards require compliance with HUD Code, sound floors/walls, operable windows, smoke detectors, and sanitary fixtures
• Resolution to appoint members to the Lyons Housing Authority

The Lyons City Council held a work session on April 29, 2025, discussing three items: Ordinance 2116 (amending Chapter 14), Zoning Ordinance 2115 (amending Appendix A), and the reappointment of Corina Florez to the Lyons Housing Authority. No votes were taken; all items were discussed only. The meeting included an executive session for litigation, personnel, and real estate.

• Discussed Ordinance 2116 to amend Chapter 14 (no vote taken)
• Discussed Zoning Ordinance 2115 to amend Appendix A (no vote taken)
• Discussed reappointing Corina Florez to Lyons Housing Authority (no vote taken)
• Entered executive session for potential litigation, personnel, real estate (motion carried)
• Reconvened from executive session (motion carried)

Regular Meeting

The Lyons City Council will hold a regular meeting on August 6, 2024. They will consider seven resolutions, including amending the capital budget to add $46,000 for Hilton Drive lift station repair, authorizing a land exchange with Ralph H. Lankford, requesting redevelopment powers and tax allocation districts, awarding a resurfacing contract for the downtown parking lot, and approving intergovernmental agreements for school resource officers. The council will also hear public comments.

• Amend capital budget with $46,000 appropriation for Hilton Drive lift station #3 repair
• Authorize land exchange with Ralph H. Lankford Jr. for property near downtown water tank
• Request Toombs County delegation to introduce local law for redevelopment powers and tax allocation districts citywide
• Award updated resurfacing contract for TIA 2 downtown parking lot project PI-0018865
• Approve intergovernmental agreements with Toombs County Board of Education and Toombs County for School Resource Officer

The City Council approved several resolutions including a $46,000 lift station repair and a downtown parking lot resurfacing contract. The council also authorized land exchange actions and intergovernmental agreements regarding school resource officers.

• Approved July 2, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Added $46,000.00 to capital budget for Hilton Drive lift station #3 repair (unanimous)
• Authorized land exchange actions with Ralph H. Lankford, Jr. (unanimous)
• Requested local law for city redevelopment powers (unanimous)
• Awarded $191,715.00 resurfacing contract to McLendon Enterprises Inc (5-0)
• Authorized intergovernmental agreement with Toombs County Board of Education for school resource officer (unanimous)
• Authorized intergovernmental agreement with Toombs County for school resource officer (unanimous)
• Approved Georgia Municipal Employees Benefit System resolution (unanimous)