East Point public meetings in 2022

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council is holding a regular meeting with public hearings on a special use permit for an accessory structure at 1736 Neely Ave and a zoning map amendment for properties at 4165 & 4155 Ben Hill Road. The council will also receive updates on the Fulton-DeKalb Hospital Authority, 1720 Washington Road, and code enforcement, and will consider several consent agenda items including equipment purchases and a contract for insurance broker services.

• Special use permit for habitable accessory structure at 1736 Neely Ave (R-1 zoning)
• Zoning map amendment for 4165 & 4155 Ben Hill Road from I-1 to R-L
• Purchase of 2023 Ford Explorer for $38,655 from Wade Ford
• Purchase of one bill pay kiosk from DynaTouch for $66,562
• CIP FY2023 trailer purchase of $276,563 from Aries via BuyBoard contract

City Council - Work Session

The East Point City Council work session covers a range of items including a public arts opportunity, updates on policing and code enforcement, and several contract approvals. Key discussions include the Longview Mobile Home Park compliance status, a possible Camp Creek TAD dissolution, and a 3% COLA for certain retirees.

• Approval of 2023 Ford Explorer from Wade Ford for $38,655
• Purchase of one Bill Pay Kiosk from DynaTouch for $66,562
• CIP FY2023 trailer purchase of $276,563 from Aries
• CIP FY2023 leak detectors not to exceed $200,000 from Mueller
• Ordinance to rezone 4165 & 4155 Ben Hill Road from I-1 to R-L

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council is holding a regular meeting with presentations, public comments, and agenda items. Key items include an update from Morehouse School of Medicine on advancing health equity in East Point, a discussion on the East Point Historical Society Property, and an update on the Leaf Vac Program. The meeting also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and a public comment period.

• Update on Advancing Health Equity in East Point by Morehouse School of Medicine
• Discussion on East Point Historical Society Property
• Update on the Leaf Vac Program
• Approval of minutes from Oct 17 and Nov 21, 2022 meetings

City Council approved $5,000 to fund a community Christmas event on December 21st. The council also discussed health equity updates from Morehouse School of Medicine and the status of the Leaf Vac Program.

• Approved $5,000 for East Point Community Christmas Celebration (6-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from October 17, 2022
• Approved meeting minutes from November 21, 2022
• Approved Executive Session minutes

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council is holding a public hearing on a rezoning request for 2538 Stone Road from residential limited (R-L) to medical institutional (M-I). The council will also vote on several consent agenda items, including contracts for pavement striping, water plant renovations, and vehicle purchases, as well as a major multimodal improvement project.

• Rezoning public hearing for 2538 Stone Road from R-L to M-I
• Contract for pavement striping to Peek Pavement Marking, LLC for $449,150.00
• Purchase of four 2023 Ford Mavericks trucks for $95,998.40
• LCI Multimodal Improvements contract to DAF Concrete for $4,918,476.70
• Additional $754,550.00 for pedestrian lighting in Headland and Delowe Overlay District

City Council approved several high-value contracts for road striping, multimodal improvements, and water plant repairs. The council also accepted a 30-day deferral for a rezoning request at 2538 Stone Road and approved an agreement with the Atlanta Community Food Bank.

• Approved $4.9M contract to DAF Concrete for LCI Multimodal Improvements (6-0)
• Approved $985,000 contract to Jewel of the South, Inc. for repairs at 3009 Green Valley Drive (6-0)
• Approved $754,550 for pedestrian lighting in Headland and Delowe Overlay District (6-0)
• Approved $449,150 contract to Peek Pavement Marking, LLC for pavement striping (6-0)
• Approved $97,718.40 for cyber security insurance with Houston Casualty Company (6-0)
• Approved purchase of four 2023 Ford Mavericks for $95,998.40 (6-0)
• Accepted 30-day deferral for rezoning request at 2538 Stone Road
• Approved agreement with the Atlanta Community Food Bank

City Council - Work Session

The East Point City Council work session on November 14, 2022, will review and discuss multiple capital improvement projects, including a $4.9 million multimodal construction contract, water plant renovations, and new city limit signs. The agenda also includes updates on policing, power outages, and a rezoning request, with several items requiring public hearings.

• Approval of $4,918,476.70 contract to DAF Concrete for LCI Multimodal Improvements (80% federally reimbursable)
• Approval of $985,000 for bank stabilization and bridge repair at 3009 Green Valley Drive
• Purchase of four 2023 Ford Mavericks trucks for $95,998.40
• Rezoning request for 2538 Stone Road from R-L to M-I district
• Discussion of $97,718.40 cyber security insurance purchase

The City Council approved a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the Fall Festival with a requirement that the organization provide adequate insurance. Other items, including several infrastructure contracts and a rezoning request, were moved to a future meeting.

• Approved Fall Festival MOU with added insurance requirements (7-0)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council is meeting to consider several water and sewer infrastructure contracts, including a $500,000 contract increase for Ben Hill Dam repair, a $511,448 sewer main replacement design contract, and a $240,606 water main replacement design contract. The council will also receive updates on the Small Business Grant Program, 2023 benefit plan renewals, the Commons Development, Local Option Sales Tax, and the 50 Worst Properties list. Public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker, with East Point residents given priority.

• Change contract award from $400,000 to $500,000 for Lowe Engineers LLC for Ben Hill Dam repair (GEFA Loan #GF2021001, $1,400,000)
• Award $511,448 to Brown and Caldwell for sewer main replacement design on Sylvan Rd., Plant St., Dauphine St., Dunlap Ave., Pearl St., and West Woodberry (GEFA Loan #CW2021003, $2,000,000)
• Award $240,606 to Brown and Caldwell for water main replacement design on Elsinore, Randall St., Winburn Terrace, Woodland Circle, Jefferson Terrace, Chattahoochee Pl., Pinehurst Dr., West Forrest Ave., and Cheney St. (GEFA Loan #DW2021001, $2,000,000)
• 2023 benefit renewals: Humana medical 0% increase, Aetna Medicare Advantage +5.52% increase, Aetna dental +3.5% increase; total city cost increase of $35,489
• Update on Commons Development, including Purchase Sale Agreement review and December 13 community meeting

City Council approved the Local Option Sales Tax (LOST) to prevent a potential loss of $12 million. The council also authorized several contracts for water and sewer main replacements and dam repairs. Additionally, the 2023 benefit program renewals were approved.

• Approved Local Option Sales Tax (LOST) (6-1)
• Approved 2023 Benefit Programs Carrier Renewals (7-0)
• Increased contract award for Ben Hill Dam Repair to $500,000 for Lowe Engineers LLC (7-0)
• Awarded $511,448 to Brown and Caldwell for Sewer Main Replacement (7-0)
• Awarded $240,606 to Brown and Caldwell for Water Main Replacement (7-0)
• Deferred 2022 Comprehensive Plan Update to November 14th Work Session

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council is holding a regular meeting with public hearings on three zoning changes, including a special use permit for a habitable structure at 1816 Linwood Ave, a rezoning from R-1 to R-T at 0 Old Fairburn, and a rezoning from I-1 to MX-CI at 2903 RN Martin Street. The council will also consider an alcohol license for Olive Garden Holdings and vote on a consent agenda with multiple water and sewer contracts, equipment purchases, and other items.

• Special use permit for habitable structure at 1816 Linwood Ave (R-1A district)
• Rezoning 0 Old Fairburn from R-1 to R-T (townhome)
• Rezoning 2903 RN Martin Street from I-1 to MX-CI
• Olive Garden Holdings alcohol license request
• Emergency water main repair for N. Commerce Drive tank at $41,019.80

The council voted 5-2 to deny an ordinance rezoning 0 Old Fairburn from single-family residential to residential townhome, after a public hearing where residents opposed the development. The council also approved a rezoning at 2903 RN Martin Street from light industrial to mixed-use commercial industrial for a brewery, and granted an alcohol license to Olive Garden. A later attempt to reconsider the Old Fairburn vote failed at the November 7 meeting.

• Denied rezoning of 0 Old Fairburn from R-1 to R-T (5-2)
• Approved rezoning of 2903 RN Martin Street from I-1 to MX-CI for brewery (unanimous)
• Approved Olive Garden alcohol license (unanimous)
• Approved Global Repurpose Shoe Campaign (unanimous)
• Approved emergency water main repair for $41,019.80 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of dump truck for $123,564 (unanimous)
• Approved John Milner Park lighting for $460,600 (unanimous)
• Approved resolution on investor-owned housing (unanimous)

City Council - Work Session

The East Point City Council work session covers updates and possible actions on leaf vacuum collection, policing, power outages, and several zoning and contract items. Key decisions include special use permits, zoning map amendments, and multiple water and sewer contracts totaling over $500,000.

• Special use permit and variance for warehouse at 2251 Sylvan Road (I-1 district)
• Zoning map amendment from R-1 to R-T at 0 Old Fairburn Parcel(s)
• Zoning map amendment from I-1 to MX-CI at 2903 RN Martin Street
• Contract for water treatment chemicals up to $40,000 to Carus Corporation
• Purchase of 2023 Ford F350 for $66,682.40 and dump truck for $123,564.00

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council is meeting to set the FY2023 millage rate at 13.00 mills, following a third public hearing. They will also consider a zoning modification for the former Washington Carver housing complex, a $6,000 arts grant, a workers' compensation contract, a solid waste truck lease, and a grant application for the East Point PATH. The agenda includes presentations on sustainability and a wellness summit.

• Third public hearing and adoption of ordinance to set FY2023 millage rate at 13.00 mills
• Zoning modification request for 1100 Washington Circle (former Washington Carver complex) to remove condition requiring alternate building colors
• Georgia Council for the Arts grant of $6,000 with 1:1 match required
• Contract with USIS, Inc. as workers' compensation administrator for $30,000 flat fee plus per-occurrence charges
• Lease of two solid waste rear loader trucks from Environmental Products Group, Inc. totaling $412,199.00 over 5 annual payments

The council adopted the Fiscal Year 2023 millage rate ordinance after a third public hearing, approved a zoning modification for 1100 Washington Circle, and accepted a $6,000 arts grant. All substantive decisions passed 7-0, with the mayor abstaining. No minutes were approved.

• Adopted FY2023 millage rate ordinance (7-0)
• Approved zoning modification for 1100 Washington Circle (7-0)
• Accepted $6,000 Georgia Council for the Arts grant with 1:1 match (7-0)
• Approved $30,000 flat fee contract with USIS for workers' comp administration (7-0)
• Approved $412,199 lease for two solid waste rear loader trucks (7-0)
• Approved application to Reconnecting Communities Pilot Grant Program (7-0)
• Approved holding Wellness Summit at City Annex (7-0)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The council voted 6-0 to deny a special use permit and concurrent variance for a habitable accessory structure at 3056 Cloverhurst Drive, following staff recommendation. Several consent agenda items were approved, including a classification and compensation study contract not to exceed $38,000 and insurance policies totaling $498,729.96. A public hearing on a special use permit for a warehouse at 2251 Sylvan Road was deferred for 30 days. The meeting ended early due to lack of quorum for executive session.

• Denied special use permit and variance for accessory structure at 3056 Cloverhurst Drive (6-0)
• Approved contract with Evergreen Solutions for classification and compensation study up to $38,000 (6-0)
• Approved property, active shooter, crime, workers' comp, and cyber insurance policies for $498,729.96 (6-0)
• Approved emergency repair of street collapse at 3125 S. Martin St and Bayard St for $48,507.78 (6-0)
• Approved emergency repair of Sweet Water Pump #4 for $40,772.00 (6-0)
• Approved partnership with Leafy Greens Market for Fall Festival on November 19, 2022 (6-0)
• Approved Local Option Sales Tax Intergovernmental Agreement (6-0)
• Approved lease agreement with Canon USA for IT equipment (6-0)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The council voted to have staff investigate reverting the Microsoft development property back to RL-1 zoning, responding to resident concerns. Several routine items were approved, including a GDOT project agreement, a change order for right-of-way acquisition, and an E911 service renewal. The council also appointed Charles Moore as Director of Sanitation and Solicitor Weems as Interim City Attorney during executive session.

• Approved motion to have staff explore reverting Microsoft property to RL-1 zoning (carried)
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding with AACID for GDOT Welcome All Connector project (7-0)
• Approved LCI Right of Way Acquisition change order for $22,100 (7-0)
• Approved E911 Motorola service agreement renewal for $91,763.30 (7-0)
• Appointed Charles Moore as Director of Sanitation at $105,000 salary (carried)
• Appointed Solicitor Weems as Interim City Attorney (carried)
• Approved minutes from August 15, 2022 regular meeting (carried)
• Pulled item on one-year extension of power sales to Hartford and Evergreen AL

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council approved a special use permit for a habitable structure at 2218 Pinehurst Drive, allowing it to be used as a short-term rental. The council also adopted the Willingham Corridor Study into the 2017 Comprehensive Plan, approved a budget amendment, and authorized a joint defense agreement regarding LOST negotiations. Several other items were approved, including vehicle purchases and contract negotiations.

• Approved special use permit for short-term rental at 2218 Pinehurst Drive (6-0, Mayor abstained)
• Adopted Willingham Corridor Study into 2017 Comprehensive Plan (6-0, Mayor abstained)
• Approved Budget Amendment Ordinance #3 (6-0, Mayor abstained)
• Approved resolution authorizing Joint Defense Agreement for LOST negotiations (6-0, Mayor abstained)
• Approved $119,000 GRPA Boost Program Award for after-school program (6-0, Mayor abstained)
• Approved $38,750 for Utility Solutions & Automation as Badger Meter distributor (6-0, Mayor abstained)
• Approved consent agenda including vehicle purchases and contract negotiations (6-0, Mayor abstained)
• Deferred zoning modification for 1100 Washington Circle for 30 days

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council approved several items, including a $15,000 donation agreement with Acceptance Insurance for the youth flag football program, an intergovernmental agreement with Atlanta for the 2022 Byrne Justice Assistance Grant, a resolution establishing qualifying dates and fees for the Ward B special election, continued emergency stormwater consulting services from CERM for up to 60 days at $53,221.86, and the purchase of a 2023 Ford F-150 truck for the 50 Worst Properties Program. A special use permit for 2218 Pinehurst Drive was deferred to the August 15 meeting. All votes were 7-0 with Mayor Ingraham abstaining.

• Approved $15,000 donation agreement with Acceptance Insurance for youth flag football (7-0)
• Approved intergovernmental agreement with City of Atlanta for 2022 Byrne JAG (7-0)
• Approved resolution establishing qualifying dates and fees for Ward B special election (7-0)
• Approved continued CERM stormwater consulting services up to 60 days, $53,221.86 (7-0)
• Approved purchase of 2023 Ford F-150 for 50 Worst Properties Program, up to $42,500 (7-0)
• Deferred special use permit for 2218 Pinehurst Drive to August 15 meeting

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider several public hearings for special use permits regarding habitable structures. The agenda also includes various consent items related to public works, water emergencies, and a budget amendment.

• Public hearing for Special Use Permit 2022U-001-02 at 2218 Pinehurst Drive
• Public hearing for Special Use Permit 2020U-002-01 at 1669 Neely Ave
• Sinkhole emergency costs at 3160 Beech Drive totaling $142,816.98
• Emergency funding for water circulation and fire hydrant maintenance not to exceed $90,000
• Emergency funding for blended poly-orthophosphate not to exceed $40,000

The East Point City Council approved a resolution calling a special election on November 8, 2022, to fill the unexpired Ward B council seat, and approved an intergovernmental agreement with Fulton County for election services. The council also approved a special use permit for a habitable structure at 1669 Neely Ave, a $85,721 grant match for flood-prone property acquisitions, and several consent agenda items including engineering and pavement marking contracts, a sinkhole emergency repair, and water treatment chemical purchases. A motion to waive the first reading for a special use permit at 2218 Pinehurst Drive failed, so the item was moved to the August 1st meeting.

• Approved special election for Ward B vacancy on Nov 8, 2022 (6-0)
• Approved IGA with Fulton County for election services (6-0)
• Approved special use permit for habitable structure at 1669 Neely Ave (6-0)
• Approved $85,721 grant match for flood-prone property acquisitions (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda: on-call engineering services, Atlas Technical Consultants ($7,030), pavement marking vendor, sinkhole repair ($142,816.98), poly-orthophosphate ($40,000), chemical solvents ($10,000), fire hydrant maintenance ($90,000) (6-0)
• Failed to waive first reading for special use permit at 2218 Pinehurst Drive (4-2)
• Moved special use permit for 2218 Pinehurst Drive to Aug 1 meeting
• Approved City Clerk contract at $90,000 in executive session

City Council - Work Session

The East Point City Council work session on July 11, 2022, includes discussions and possible actions on a resolution to call a special election for the Ward B council seat, two special use permits for habitable accessory structures, and several public works and water/sewer contracts. The agenda also includes updates on MARTA transit, policing, short-term rentals, and other city projects.

• Resolution to call special election for Ward B council seat on November 8, 2022
• Special use permit for habitable structure at 2218 Pinehurst Drive (2022U-001-02)
• Special use permit for habitable structure at 1669 Neely Ave (2020U-002-01)
• Approval of on-call engineering services vendors for transportation projects (RFP 2022-1790)
• Sinkhole emergency costs at 3160 Beech Drive: $142,816.98

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council is meeting to consider several agenda items, including a $985,000 contract for bank stabilization and culvert repair, a $45,000 plexiglass installation, and a recommendation to close an ethics case against Councilmember Butler with no violation. The council will also receive updates on White Way and the LCI Study, and hold public comments.

• Approval of Jewel of the South, Inc. for Bank Stabilization and Culvert Repair at 3009 Green Valley Drive, not to exceed $985,000
• Piggyback on CBI-Trendway State Contract for City Hall work station plexiglass installation, not to exceed $45,000
• Council committee recommends closing ethics case Armstrong v. Butler with no violation and updating credit card policy
• Update on White Way and LCI Study
• Public comments and presentations including Summer Learning Week Proclamation

The council voted 7-0 to accept a committee recommendation that no ethics violation occurred in the Armstrong v. Butler case, closing it with no finding against Councilmember Butler. They also approved a $45,000 contract for plexiglass installation at City Hall, and moved two items to future work sessions: a $985,000 bank stabilization project and updates on White Way and the LCI study. Personnel appointments for Public Works and Water & Sewer directors were made in executive session.

• Approved ethics committee recommendation closing Armstrong v. Butler with no violation (7-0)
• Approved $45,000 piggyback contract for City Hall plexiglass installation (7-0)
• Moved $985,000 bank stabilization project at 3009 Green Valley Drive to work session
• Moved White Way and LCI study updates to work session
• Appointed Jeffery Reeves as Public Works Director at $105,000 salary
• Appointed Melissa Echevarria as Water & Sewer Director at $142,000 salary

City Council - Special Called Meeting

The East Point City Council is holding a special called meeting to discuss and possibly act on extending the contract with the Destination Marketing Organization (DMO) and entering into a new marketing services agreement with the East Point Convention and Visitors Bureau (EPCVB). The agenda contains only this single action item, followed by an executive session and adjournment.

• Extension of marketing services agreement with ATL Airport District, Inc. (DMO) for an additional term
• New marketing services agreement with East Point Convention and Visitors Bureau (EPCVB) effective July 1, 2022
• EPCVB to receive 43.75% of hotel-motel excise tax revenues for tourism promotion
• EPCVB must obtain 501(c)(6) certification within 90 days or city may terminate
• EPCVB required to provide $250,000 fidelity bond and $1,000,000 liability insurance

The City Council voted to approve a contract to establish the East Point Convention and Visitors Bureau as the city's destination marketing organization, effective July 1, 2022. The vote was 6-1, with Councilmember Rene' opposed. The council also appointed three individuals to the board and the city manager as ex officio member.

• Approved contract to establish East Point Convention and Visitors Bureau (6-1)
• Appointed Patsy Jo Hilliard, Neal Shah, and Charles Johnson as board members (6-0, Rene' abstained)
• Appointed Deron King as ex officio board member (part of same motion)
• Denied motion to use current DMO for 90 days and bring back candidates (3-4)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council is holding a regular meeting with several consent agenda items and discussion items. Key topics include purchasing 45 sets of turnout gear for firefighters under ARPA funds, leasing solid waste trucks, extending an emergency ordinance, and renewing a federal lobbying contract for $72,000. The meeting also includes a presentation on the impact of municipal first response services after the closure of Wellstar South Fulton Hospital emergency services.

• Purchase of 45 sets of turn-out gear for EPFD personnel under ARPA fund
• Lease agreement for solid waste trucks
• Contract renewal for federal lobbying services with the Ferguson Group in the amount of $72,000
• Extension of emergency ordinance
• Approval of FEMA Public Assistance Program Recipient-Subrecipient Agreement

The council voted 3-4 against extending the sixteenth emergency ordinance, which included a mask mandate and fines, but approved a motion to return to in-person meetings on July 18, 2022, with a caveat for virtual meetings if a COVID event occurs. The council also approved several consent agenda items, including contracts for water treatment supplies and a FEMA agreement, and approved the purchase of 45 sets of turn-out gear for the fire department under ARPA funds.

• Approved FEMA Public Assistance Program Agreement (7-0)
• Approved annual surplus inventory auction resolution (7-0)
• Approved environmental monitoring contract extension up to $60,000 (7-0)
• Approved sodium hypochlorite contract extension up to $100,000 (7-0)
• Approved hydrofluosilicic contract extension up to $40,000 (7-0)
• Approved lime slurry contract extension up to $30,000 (7-0)
• Approved low-rise resetters contract up to $120,000/year (7-0)
• Approved Kairos Development Corporation collaborative agreement (7-0)

City Council - Work Session

The East Point City Council work session includes presentations on the MARTA South Fulton County Transit Initiative and the Better Block placemaking project on White Way. The council will also discuss prior items like policing, gun violence, redistricting, and short-term rentals, plus new items including contract extensions and a surplus auction.

• MARTA South Fulton County Transit Initiative presentation on BRT feasibility for South Fulton Parkway and Roosevelt Highway
• Better Block presentation on community feedback for White Way public space improvements
• Extension of power sales agreements with Evergreen and Hartford, Alabama for 3 years (2023-2025) with price increase
• Approval of annual surplus inventory auction for contracts and procurement in the amount of $157.00
• Contract extensions for water treatment chemicals: sodium hypochlorite ($100,000), hydrofluosilicic ($40,000), lime slurry ($30,000), and low-rise resetters ($120,000/year)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council will hold a second public hearing on the FY2023 proposed budget and consider adopting the budget ordinance. The council will also review several contracts, including a $1.94 million TSPLOST-funded construction contract for the Ale Circle realignment, a $152,403.59 flow monitoring services agreement, and a bullet-proof vest grant application. Other items include an MOU with the Airport West Community Improvement District and an intergovernmental agreement with the Fulton County School System.

• Second public hearing and potential adoption of FY2023 budget ordinance ($178,654,093)
• Construction contract for TSPLOST Ale Circle realignment to Construction 57 Inc. ($1,941,912.23)
• Piggyback on Fulton County flow monitoring services with ADS Environmental Services ($152,403.59)
• 2022 Bullet-Proof Vest Grant application
• MOU with Airport West CID for Welcome All Road study

The City Council adopted the FY2023 budget ordinance, which holds property taxes and fees steady and funds projects like sidewalks, road improvements, and public safety incentives. The council also approved a $1.94 million TSPLOST-funded construction contract for the Ale Circle realignment, a $152,403 flow monitoring services agreement, a bullet-proof vest grant application, an intergovernmental agreement with Fulton County Schools for the East Point Corridors TAD, and several appointments. All votes were 7-0 with Mayor Ingraham abstaining.

• Adopted FY2023 budget ordinance (7-0, Mayor abstained)
• Approved $1,941,912.23 TSPLOST construction contract for Ale Circle Realignment to Construction 57 Inc. (7-0)
• Approved piggyback on Fulton County flow monitoring services with ADS Environmental Services for $152,403.59 (7-0)
• Approved 2022 Bullet-Proof Vest Grant Application (7-0)
• Approved MOU with Airport West CID for Welcome All Road study (7-0)
• Approved IGA with Fulton County School System for East Point Corridors TAD (7-0)
• Appointed Mitch Martin II to BIDA and Teresa Jones to Civil Service Board
• Reappointed Johnny Mitchell to Civil Service Board of Appeals and Brenda Mattson to Ethics Committee

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council is holding a regular meeting with public hearings on a consumption-on-premises alcohol license for Krush Restaurant & Bar, a special use permit for a research testing laboratory at 3160 Aero Court, and the first public hearing for the FY2023 proposed budget. The council will also consider consent agenda items including emergency sewer repairs, police rifle purchases, and a liability insurance renewal, plus agenda items on a budget amendment, a body-worn camera grant application, and a possible extension of the emergency ordinance.

• Public hearing: Krush Restaurant & Bar consumption on premises alcohol license
• Public hearing: Special use permit for research testing lab at 3160 Aero Court (I-2 district)
• First public hearing for FY2023 proposed budget
• Emergency sewer repair at 3800 North Commerce Drive ($29,400) and sewer main break near Charles Dr./Camp Creek Parkway ($39,650)
• Purchase of 65 patrol rifles for $88,142 using ARPA funds and general budget

The East Point City Council approved a consumption-on-premises alcohol license for Krush Restaurant & Bar (7-0) and approved several consent agenda items including emergency sewer repairs, patrol rifles, and a resolution urging Wellstar to reconsider closing Atlanta Medical Center South. A proposed FY2022 budget amendment (Ordinance #3) failed on a 4-3 vote, and a motion to return to in-person meetings in June also failed. The council deferred a special use permit for a research lab at 3160 Aero Court to a July work session.

• Approved alcohol license for Krush Restaurant & Bar (7-0)
• Approved $29,400 emergency sewer repair at 3800 North Commerce Drive (7-0)
• Approved $39,650 emergency sewer main break repair near Charles Dr. and Camp Creek Pkwy (7-0)
• Approved $88,142 purchase of 65 patrol rifles using ARPA funds (7-0)
• Approved $1,950,827.84 liability insurance renewal (7-0)
• Approved resolution urging Wellstar to reconsider closing Atlanta Medical Center South (7-0)
• Failed FY2022 Budget Amendment Ordinance #3 (4-3)
• Deferred special use permit for research lab at 3160 Aero Court to July 11 work session

City Council - Work Session

The East Point City Council work session covers a MARTA presentation on transit-supportive land use near the East Point station, an FY23 budget overview, and updates on policing and small business grants. New items include approvals for sewer repairs, police rifles, an alcohol license, a $1.95M liability insurance renewal, and a $504,002 grant for Janice Dr intersection improvements.

• MARTA presentation on East Point Implementation Strategy for supportive land use near station
• Approval to piggyback Fulton County contract for sewer flow monitoring, $80,000
• Emergency sewer repair at 3800 North Commerce Drive, $29,400
• Emergency sewer main break repair near Charles Dr and Camp Creek Parkway, $39,650
• Purchase of 65 patrol rifles for $88,142 using ARPA funds and general budget

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council is holding a regular meeting with presentations on MARTA's Arterial Rapid Transit projects and proclamations, followed by votes on three agenda items: purchasing police laptops with ARPA funds, approving a parks program MOU, and a pole attachment agreement. The meeting also includes routine items like minutes approval and public comments.

• Approval of $332,793.15 for police laptops using ARPA funding
• Approval of $28,000 MOU for Georgia Recreation and Park Assoc Boost Program summer session
• Charter Communications pole attachment license agreement with monthly fees
• MARTA ART Cleveland Avenue & Metropolitan Parkway projects overview
• Proclamations for 2022 National Small Business Week and Kids to Parks

The East Point City Council approved three agenda items: a $332,793.15 purchase of police laptops using ARPA funds, a $28,000 MOU for the Georgia Recreation and Park Association Boost Program summer session, and a pole attachment license agreement with Charter Communications. All three motions passed 6-0, with Mayor Holiday Ingraham abstaining and Councilmember Karen Rene' absent. The council also approved the April 18, 2022 minutes and held an executive session on legal and real estate matters.

• Approved $332,793.15 for police laptops via ProLogic ITS using ARPA funds (6-0)
• Approved $28,000 MOU for GRPA Boost Program summer session (6-0)
• Approved Charter Communications pole attachment license agreement (6-0)
• Approved April 18, 2022 council minutes
• Adopted council agenda
• Approved executive session minutes
• Set Golden Age Resource Fair at Jefferson Park Recreation Center (date flexible)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council will hold a public hearing and consider rezoning 0 Redwine Road from C2-C to R-4 with a four-part concurrent variance. The council will also vote on several consent agenda items, including contracts for elevator modernization, audio/visual upgrades, and sidewalk improvements, as well as emergency procurements for power and HVAC work. Additionally, the council will discuss issuing up to $20 million in tax-exempt bonds for RISE Preparatory Charter School and authorizing eminent domain for several properties.

• Public hearing on 2022RZ-001-02/2022 / V-001-01: Rezone 0 Redwine Road from C2-C to R-4 with variance
• Contract for TSPLOST Headland Dr and Delowe Dr sidewalks and streetscape improvements, total $2,159,841.20
• Audio/visual upgrades for the court in the amount of $71,043.45
• Emergency procurements for Nice Guy Maintenance totaling $132,512.00 for power and HVAC work
• BIDA tax-exempt bonds up to $20,000,000 for RISE Preparatory Charter School

The East Point City Council approved a rezoning and variance for 0 Redwine Road, changing the property from C2-C (Central Business Commercial) to R-4 (Multi-Family Development) with a four-part concurrent variance, by a 5-2 vote. The approval includes conditions recommended by the Planning & Zoning Commission plus a review of traffic study results by city staff. The council also approved a consent agenda with 15 items, including contracts for sidewalk improvements, elevator modernization, and emergency procurements, and authorized up to $20 million in tax-exempt bonds for RISE Preparatory Charter School.

• Approved rezoning at 0 Redwine Road to R-4 multi-family with variance (5-2)
• Approved $2,159,841.20 contract for Headland Dr and Delowe Dr sidewalks (7-0)
• Approved $71,043.45 audio/visual upgrades for court (7-0)
• Approved $20M BIDA tax-exempt bonds for RISE Preparatory Charter School (7-0)
• Approved 14th Emergency Ordinance with mask recommendation (7-0)
• Approved eminent domain resolutions for N. Commerce Drive and properties on Dorsey Ave and East Point St (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda items 5-19 including elevator modernization and uniform rental (7-0)

City Council - Work Session

The East Point City Council work session will hear presentations on TSPLOST I updates and the TSPLOST II project plan, plus a pavement management report. They will also discuss and possibly act on several contracts, including a $71,043.45 court audio/visual upgrade, a $2,159,841.20 sidewalk project, and multiple emergency procurements. A public hearing is scheduled for a rezoning at 0 Redwine Road.

• TSPLOST I update and TSPLOST II implementation plan presentation
• Pavement management report presentation
• Contract for Headland Dr and Delowe Dr sidewalks and streetscape: $2,159,841.20 to Autaco Development, LLC
• Audio/visual upgrades for the court: $71,043.45
• Rezone 0 Redwine Road from C2-C to R-4 with variance (public hearing)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council is meeting to consider two agenda items: accepting a National Fitness Campaign award with a local contribution of up to $50,000, and a Whelen siren upgrade costing $35,839.92 annually for five years. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval, public comments, and committee reports.

• National Fitness Campaign Award acceptance with local contribution up to $50,000
• Whelen siren upgrade at $35,839.92 annually for five years
• Public comment period with 3-minute limit per speaker
• Approval of March 21, 2022 meeting minutes

The East Point City Council approved two main items: accepting the National Fitness Campaign Award with a local contribution up to $50,000 for a fitness court, and approving a Whelen siren upgrade costing $35,839.92 annually for five years. Both motions passed 5-0 with one abstention. The council also authorized coordinating a Community Shred Day with JenCare and appointed Alexander Gothard to the Building & Industrial Development Authority.

• Approved National Fitness Campaign Award and local contribution up to $50,000 (5-0, Cook abstained)
• Approved Whelen Siren Upgrade at $35,839.92 annually for five years (5-0, Cook abstained)
• Authorized City Manager to coordinate JenCare Shred Day on April 30, 2022
• Appointed Alexander Gothard to Building & Industrial Development Authority (BIDA)

City Council - Special Called Meeting

This is a special called meeting of the East Point City Council, held virtually. The agenda is limited to procedural items: call to order, roll call, and an executive session, which may address personnel, litigation, or real estate matters. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed on the public agenda.

• Executive session may be called for personnel, litigation, or real estate issues

The East Point City Council met in a special called virtual meeting on March 31, 2022. The council voted to recess into executive session for one litigation matter, then reconvened and adjourned without taking any substantive public decisions. The meeting was procedural only.

• Recessed into executive session for litigation (motion carried)
• Reconvened into regular session (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council is meeting to consider several agenda items, including a 5-year contract with Axon Enterprise for Tasers funded with $35,660 in ARPA funds, change orders for streetscape and intersection projects, an emergency water valve replacement, and a task order for water main inspection services. They will also discuss extending the emergency ordinance, incentives for public safety employees, and a special election contract. The meeting includes presentations on legislative updates, policing, and an ethics board determination.

• Approval to purchase Tasers from Axon Enterprise under a 5-year contract (April 2022 to April 2026) with initial payment of $35,660 from ARPA funds
• Change order for Semmes St Streetscape Project (Contract 2019-1689) for $30,841.24, new total $1,194,840.75
• Change order for Janice Drive Intersection Improvements (TSPLOST Project EP-324) not to exceed $122,225, new total $394,445
• Emergency replacement of damaged water valve at Camp Creek Parkway and North Commerce Drive to Autaco Development, LLC for $28,800
• Task order to Brown & Caldwell for inspection services on Cedar Ave water main replacement, not to exceed $106,936

The East Point City Council approved the 13th Emergency Ordinance, extending COVID-19 emergency measures, and waived the first reading. They also approved an intergovernmental agreement with Fulton County for a May 24, 2022 special election, and approved several consent agenda items including TASER purchases and construction change orders. The council appointed Councilmember Rene' as Provisional Mayor Pro Tem and made appointments to the Ethics Board Committee.

• Approved 13th Emergency Ordinance (7-0)
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement with Fulton County for 2022 Special Election (7-0)
• Approved $35,660 TASER purchase from Axon Enterprise under 5-year contract (7-0)
• Approved $30,841.24 change order for Semmes St Streetscape Project (7-0)
• Approved $122,225 change order for Janice Drive Intersection Improvements (7-0)
• Approved $28,800 emergency water valve replacement at Camp Creek Parkway and North Commerce Drive (7-0)
• Approved $106,936 task order to Brown & Caldwell for CDBG water main inspection services (7-0)
• Approved MOU for Connected Device Grant Program (7-0)

City Council - Work Session

The East Point City Council will consider several contracts and policy items, including a 5-year Taser purchase funded with ARPA dollars, change orders for streetscape and intersection projects, and an emergency water valve replacement. They will also discuss extending the emergency ordinance, incentives for public safety employees, and a special election agreement.

• Approval to use Axon Enterprise for TASERs under a 5-year contract (April 2022-April 2026), initial payment of $35,660 from ARPA funds
• Change order for Semmes St Streetscape Project (Contract 2019-1689) for $30,841.24, new total $1,194,840.75
• Change order for Janice Drive Intersection Improvements (TSPLOST EP-324) not to exceed $122,225, new total $394,445
• Emergency replacement of damaged water valve at Camp Creek Parkway and North Commerce Drive to Autaco Development, LLC for $28,800
• Task order to Brown & Caldwell for inspection services on CDBG water main replacement on Cedar Ave, not to exceed $106,936

The East Point City Council approved the 13th Emergency Ordinance, extending COVID-19 emergency measures, and approved an intergovernmental agreement with Fulton County for a May 24, 2022 special election. The council also approved several consent agenda items, including a TASER purchase contract, construction change orders, and a water valve replacement. Additionally, they appointed Councilmember Rene' as Provisional Mayor Pro Tem and authorized condemnation proceedings for four properties.

• Approved 13th Emergency Ordinance (7-0)
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement with Fulton County for 2022 Special Election (7-0)
• Approved $35,660 TASER purchase from Axon Enterprise (7-0)
• Approved $30,841.24 change order for Semmes St Streetscape Project (7-0)
• Approved $122,225 change order for Janice Drive Intersection Improvements (7-0)
• Approved $28,800 emergency water valve replacement (7-0)
• Approved $106,936 task order to Brown & Caldwell for water main inspection (7-0)
• Authorized condemnation proceedings for properties at 2892, 2882, 2818 East Point St and 1684 Dorsey St

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council will consider several contracts and policy items, including a $11,444,378 change order for the City Hall auditorium renovation, a $190,000 purchase of fire equipment, and a $44,495 consulting contract. The agenda also includes presentations on the Willingham Drive corridor study and the Better Block East Point initiative, plus discussions on state legislation and community events.

• Change order to Winter Johnson for City Hall auditorium renovation: $11,444,378
• Purchase of self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) equipment from MES: up to $190,000
• Contract with Rhodes Consultant for fire promotion assessment: $44,495
• MOU for Connected Device Grant Program
• Discussion on HB 1093 / SB 494 resolution

The East Point City Council approved a $11,444,378 change order to the Winter Johnson construction contract for the City Hall auditorium renovation, with a 7-0 vote (Mayor abstaining). The council also approved the purchase of SCBA equipment up to $190,000, a $44,495 contract for promotion assessment services, a resolution opposing HB 1093/SB 494, and a motion to allow the Mayor and Mayor Pro-Tem to represent the city in 2022 LOST negotiations. Several items were discussed but not voted on, including the Downtown Commons redevelopment quarterly report and a MOU for the Connected Device Grant Program.

• Approved $11,444,378 change order for Winter Johnson auditorium renovation (7-0)
• Approved SCBA equipment purchase up to $190,000 from state contract (7-0)
• Approved $44,495 contract with Rhodes Consultant for promotion assessment services (7-0)
• Approved resolution opposing HB 1093/SB 494 with East Point language (7-0)
• Approved motion to designate Mayor and Mayor Pro-Tem for 2022 LOST negotiations (7-0)
• Approved motion to move March 14 work session items to March 21 (7-0)
• Approved motion to allow Rooted in Resilience Community Day at East Point Commons on April 23 (7-0)
• Approved appointment of Tremaine Mitchell to Building Authority (motion carried)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council is holding a regular meeting with several public hearings and action items. Key decisions include alcohol license requests for two businesses, a $14 million bond for the Downtown Development Authority, and approval of a $1.29 million police vehicle purchase. The agenda also includes consent items for contracts and change orders, as well as a discussion on extending the emergency ordinance.

• Alcohol license for Sonesta International Hotels at 1325 Virginia Ave (beer, wine, liquor)
• Alcohol license for Rich and Pour Restaurant at 1606 W. Cleveland Ave
• Bond resolution for Downtown Development Authority up to $14,000,000
• Purchase of police vehicles for $1,291,727.25
• Change order for TSPLOST resurfacing contract increase of $704,330

The City Council approved a bond resolution authorizing the Downtown Development Authority to issue up to $14,000,000 for the auditorium project. It also approved a budget amendment increasing the city-wide budget, a resolution authorizing the Municipal Option Sales Tax (MOST) referendum, and an extension of the emergency ordinance. The council approved several contracts, including a $704,330 change order for TSPLOST resurfacing and a $202,740.35 change order for the Sweetwater Dam spillway repair. A public hearing was held and the alcohol license for Rich and Pour Restaurant was approved 8-0.

• Approved Bond Resolution authorizing DDA issuance of up to $14,000,000 for the auditorium project.
• Approved Budget Amendment Ordinance #2 to increase city-wide budget.
• Approved Resolution authorizing the Municipal Option Sales Tax (MOST) Referendum.
• Approved extension of the Emergency Ordinance until March 23, 2022.
• Approved alcohol license for Rich and Pour Restaurant (8-0).
• Approved change order for TSPLOST resurfacing (increase of $704,330).
• Approved change order for Spillway Repair Project ($202,740.35).
• Approved contract with Lowe Engineers for Ben Hill Reservoir repairs (up to $400,000).

City Council - Work Session

The East Point City Council work session will review and discuss a range of items including contract approvals, alcohol licenses, budget amendments, and policy discussions. Key actions include a $704,330 change order for road resurfacing, a $400,000 engineering contract for reservoir repairs, and a $202,740.35 change order for dam repairs. The agenda also includes discussions on racial equity, policing, and small business grants.

• Change Order 1 to Contract 2022-1755 for TSPLOST resurfacing: increase of $704,330 to new total $2,556,850.88
• Award contract to Lowe Engineers, LLC for Ben Hill Reservoir repairs, not to exceed $400,000
• Change order for Sweetwater Dam spillway repair in amount of $202,740.35
• Alcohol license for Sonesta International Hotels at 1325 Virginia Ave (public hearing required)
• Budget Amendment Ordinance #2 to increase city-wide budget

The East Point City Council held a work session where most agenda items were moved to the February 21 regular meeting or consent agenda. In executive session, the council approved 5% salary increases for the City Clerk, City Attorney, and Municipal Judge, effective February 15, 2022. No final decisions were made on the other items during this work session.

• Approved 5% salary increase for City Clerk to $84,000 (motion carried)
• Approved 5% salary increase for City Attorney to $134,830 (motion carried)
• Approved 5% salary increase for Municipal Judge to $145,380 (motion carried)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council is holding a regular meeting with a public hearing on a zoning map amendment for 1441 East Washington Ave, changing from R-1A (Urban Residential) to R-3 (Multifamily). The council will also consider several agenda items, including a $33,500 parks grant, a contract amendment, and first responder incentives. Presentations include a health equity initiative from Morehouse School of Medicine and updates on legislation and code enforcement.

• Public hearing and possible adoption of ordinance to rezone 1441 East Washington Ave from R-1A to R-3
• Approval of 2021 MOU and Georgia Recreation and Park Assoc Boost Program Award Letter for $33,500
• Request to approve contract amendment for project timeline extension as required by ARC
• Discussion of first responder incentives
• Presentation on Advancing Health Equity in East Point by Morehouse School of Medicine

The East Point City Council approved a letter of support for the Morehouse School of Medicine health equity grant, a $33,500 recreation boost program MOU, and a contract amendment for an ARC project timeline extension. A rezoning case at 1441 East Washington Ave was pulled after the property owner withdrew. The council also directed the city attorney to draft an MOU for a connected device grant program.

• Approved letter of support for health equity grant (8-0)
• Approved $33,500 recreation boost program MOU (8-0)
• Approved ARC contract amendment for timeline extension (8-0)
• Pulled rezoning case at 1441 East Washington Ave
• Directed city attorney to draft Connected Device Grant Program MOU
• Approved NAACP 105th anniversary reception at City Hall (8-0)
• Adopted council agenda with Item 9 removed
• Approved Jan 18, 2022 meeting minutes

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council will consider several water infrastructure contracts totaling over $3.2 million, a FY 2022 budget amendment, and various ordinances including truck traffic and ethics changes. The agenda also includes a presentation on a proposed Black Food Truck Extravaganza for June 2022 and a resolution to accept a donated property.

• Award $377,381 to Corbett Group for water pipeline upgrades on Cedar Avenue (CDBG funded)
• Award $600,000 to Brown and Caldwell for engineering/inspection services for water/sewer replacements
• Award $2,254,808 to Corbett Group for new water mains installation
• FY 2022 Budget Amendment Ordinance #1
• Resolution accepting donation of 1101 Glendale Drive

The East Point City Council approved a $2,254,808 contract with Corbett Group for water main installation, a $377,381 water pipeline upgrade, and a $600,000 engineering services contract. It also adopted the FY 2022 Budget Amendment Ordinance #1, increasing the General Fund by $1.3 million, and amended the truck traffic and ethics ordinances. All votes were 8-0 with Mayor Ingraham abstaining.

• Approved $2,254,808 water main installation contract with Corbett Group (8-0)
• Approved $377,381 water pipeline upgrade on Cedar Avenue (8-0)
• Approved $600,000 engineering services contract with Brown and Caldwell (8-0)
• Adopted FY 2022 Budget Amendment Ordinance #1 (8-0)
• Approved truck traffic ordinance adding Logistics Way, Mimms Court, Centre Parkway (8-0)
• Approved ethics ordinance amendment removing term cap (8-0)
• Approved Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission ordinance amendment (8-0)
• Approved extending emergency ordinance (8-0)

City Council - Work Session

The East Point City Council work session will discuss and possibly vote on several items, including a pension benefit increase for council members, a $377,381 water pipeline construction contract, and a $2.25 million water main installation contract. They will also review a zoning change for 1441 East Washington Ave, a truck traffic ordinance, and grant applications for infrastructure and homeless assistance.

• Pension plan amendment raising council member monthly benefit from $30 to $45 per year of credited service, effective Jan 1, 2022
• Award $377,381 contract to Corbett Group LLC for water pipeline upgrades on Cedar Avenue (CDBG funded)
• Award $2,254,808 contract to Corbett Group LLC for water main installation via open-cut trenching
• Ordinance to rezone 1441 East Washington Ave from R-1A to R-3 (multifamily)
• Consider application for Fulton County Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) for homeless assistance

The council approved Deron King as City Manager effective January 18, 2022, with a salary of $185,000, in a 6-1 vote with one abstention. Most other agenda items were moved to future meetings, including the January 18 regular meeting and February 14 work session. The council also approved a grant application for Fulton County homeless assistance funds.

• Approved Deron King as City Manager at $185,000 salary (6-1, Calloway no, Rene no response)
• Approved Fulton County Emergency Solutions Grants application (8-0, Mayor abstained)
• Moved pension plan amendment to consent agenda for Jan 18
• Moved ethics ordinance amendment to Jan 18 council meeting
• Moved boards and commissions item to Feb 14 work session
• Moved racial equity item to Feb 14 work session
• Moved policing update to Feb 14 work session
• Moved truck traffic ordinance to Jan 18 meeting

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council is meeting to consider a truck traffic ordinance, approve the 2022 general circular, and make appointments to boards, committees, and the Mayor Pro Tem position. They will also hear presentations on the Better Block Foundation, North Desert Drive zoning, a proposed recreation and aquatic center, and a pension plan update. The agenda includes several routine items such as purchasing two Ford Explorers for the Fire Department and discussing a council retreat.

• Truck Traffic Ordinance (waive 1st reading and adoption)
• Purchase two 2022 Ford Explorer XLT 4X4 for Fire Department
• 2022 Boards and Commissions Appointments
• Election of Mayor Pro Tem and Provisional Mayor Pro Tem for 2022
• Record Restriction and Ticket Amnesty discussion

The East Point City Council approved selecting White Way as the location for the Better Block Foundation project, funded by a Microsoft grant. They also approved the city's official newspaper for public notices, appointed numerous board and commission members, elected the Mayor Pro Tem and Provisional Mayor Pro Tem, and approved the purchase of two Ford Explorers for the Fire Department. Several items were moved to the next work session, including the pension plan amendment and a truck traffic ordinance.

• Approved Better Block Foundation project at White Way (8-0)
• Approved South Fulton Neighbor and Atlanta Journal Constitution as official organ (8-0)
• Appointed multiple board and commission members (8-0)
• Elected Councilmember Cook as Mayor Pro Tem (8-0)
• Elected Councilmember Calloway as Provisional Mayor Pro Tem (8-0)
• Approved purchase of two 2022 Ford Explorer XLT 4X4 (8-0)
• Approved waiving record restriction fees up to $200 (8-0)
• Moved pension plan amendment and truck traffic ordinance to Jan 10 work session