East Point public meetings in 2023

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council will vote on a consent agenda including over $1.3 million in police equipment and emergency infrastructure repairs, such as $770,300 for storm culvert repairs near Woodland Field and $179,600 for a sinkhole repair on Desert Drive. The council will also discuss and possibly vote on ordinances regarding marijuana decriminalization, alcohol consumption hours, and maintaining South Fulton Hospital's zoning as a hospital. Presentations include updates on the city agriculture plan, a forensic audit, and policing at Camp Creek Marketplace.

• Council approval of $770,300 for emergency storm culvert repairs at Woodland Field near 3041 Dodson Drive
• Council approval of $179,600 for emergency storm drain and sinkhole repairs on 3204 Desert Drive
• Council approval of $146,988.60 for thirty Motorola APX6000 portable radios
• Council discussion and possible action on a marijuana decriminalization ordinance
• Council discussion and possible action on an ordinance to maintain zoning of South Fulton Hospital as a hospital

City Council - Work Session

The East Point City Council will discuss and potentially vote on multiple emergency infrastructure repairs, including a $770,300 storm culvert repair at Woodland Field and a $179,600 sinkhole repair on Desert Drive. The council will also consider police equipment purchases totaling over $200,000, including body-worn cameras, radios, and ID systems. Other items include a zoning ordinance for South Fulton Hospital, a special use permit for a storage facility at 1492 Central Avenue, and a compensation study update.

• Emergency storm culvert repairs at Woodland Field near 3041 Dodson Drive, not to exceed $770,300
• Emergency sinkhole repairs on 3204 Desert Drive, not to exceed $179,600
• Purchase of 30 Motorola APX6000 portable radios for $146,988.60
• Ordinance to maintain zoning of South Fulton Hospital as a hospital
• Special use permit for a container/storage facility at 1492 Central Avenue

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council will hold its regular meeting on December 4, 2023, with several presentations and discussion items. Key agenda items include a possible action to purchase body-worn cameras for $31,660, a discussion on strengthening the permitting process, and a discussion on the whistleblower process. The meeting also includes presentations on the Morehouse School of Medicine clinic, parks and recreation year-end updates, and 2023 homestead exemptions.

• Possible purchase of body-worn cameras for $31,660 from Utility Associates Inc.
• Discussion on resources to strengthen the permitting process
• Discussion on whistleblower process
• Presentation on 2023 homestead exemptions
• Year-end update from Parks & Recreation and Cultural Affairs Public Arts Division

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council will consider 24 items including emergency sinkhole and storm line repairs totaling over $486,000, a $145,400 software purchase, and several zoning ordinances. The agenda also includes a public hearing for a special use permit for a commercial kitchen and a presentation on transportation projects for 2023-2024.

• Emergency sinkhole and storm line repairs at 3150 S. Martin Street ($240,600) and from Jones St. to Center Park ($246,060)
• Purchase of SCADA software and hardware from NovaTech for $145,400
• Ordinance granting a special use permit for a commercial kitchen at 1486 Willingham Drive
• Ordinance to rezone 1457 Gus Thorn Hill Jr Dr from I-1 to R-T (Residential Townhome District)
• Ordinance requiring video surveillance systems at gas stations, liquor stores, and high-risk businesses

City Council - Work Session

The East Point City Council work session will discuss and possibly vote on over $1.6 million in contracts for infrastructure repairs, fire equipment, and police body cameras, as well as zoning changes for a commercial kitchen and a townhome development. The agenda also includes updates on parks, policing, and a compensation study.

• Emergency sinkhole and storm line repairs at 3150 S. Martin Street not to exceed $240,600
• Emergency storm line/manhole repairs from Jones St. to Center Park not to exceed $246,060
• Purchase of SCADA system software and hardware from NovaTech for $145,400
• Ordinance to rezone 1457 Gus Thorn Hill Jr Dr from light industrial to residential townhome district
• Purchase of body-worn camera storage for $31,660 and restoration of flood-damaged police case files for $215,016.84

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council is meeting to consider several spending items, including a $145,400 sole-source SCADA system purchase, $92,817.34 in court security upgrades, and $147,076 for new security cameras. They will also hold a public hearing and vote on a zoning change for 2441 Main Street from C-R to I-1, plus discuss updates on the recreation center, an insurance claim, and an alcohol consumption ordinance.

• Approve MEAG Off-Systems Margins election for Power Supply Year 2024
• Purchase SCADA system from NovaTech for $145,400
• Accept 2023 Byrne JAG grant up to $41,934 from City of Atlanta
• Rezone 2441 Main Street from C-R to I-1 (Case 2023Rz-002-06)
• Install court security upgrades for $92,817.34 and cameras for $147,076

City Council - Special Called Meeting

This is a special called meeting of the East Point City Council. The agenda lists only procedural items (call to order, roll call, agenda items) and a possible executive session on real estate. No specific decisions or discussion items are listed.

• Possible executive session on real estate

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council will hold public hearings on three zoning changes, including a rezoning at 1457 Gus Thorn Hill Jr Dr and a special use permit for a storage facility at 1492 Central Avenue. The council will also vote on several contracts, including a $1.25 million on-call construction services contract and multiple water and sewer line repair projects totaling over $2.8 million. Other items include a forensic audit engagement, a street name change to Ballethnic Way, and presentations on food equity, compensation study, policing update, and financial audit.

• Public hearing on rezoning 1457 Gus Thorn Hill Jr Dr from I-1 to R-T (Residential Townhome District)
• Public hearing on special use permit for container/storage facility at 1492 Central Avenue
• Public hearing on rezoning 2441 Main Street from C-R to I-1 (Light Industrial District)
• Council review of $1,250,000 on-call construction services contract with Autaco Development LLC
• Council approval of $1,300,000 water and sewer line replacement on Mulberry Street, Knollwood Trail, and other streets

City Council - Special Called Meeting

The East Point City Council is holding a special called meeting that will include an executive session to discuss personnel matters. No other business items are listed on the agenda.

• Executive session for personnel matters

City Council - Work Session

The East Point City Council work session will cover a forensic audit engagement with Plante & Moran, multiple zoning map amendments requiring public hearings, and several large contracts for water and sewer line replacements. The agenda also includes discussions on policing, bank-owned housing, and security cameras at gas stations.

• Forensic audit engagement letter with Plante & Moran for analysis of vendor deletions, payments, capital assets, and phishing payments
• Ordinance to rezone 2441 Main Street from C-R to I-1 (Light Industrial)
• Ordinance to rezone 1457 Gus Thorn Hill Jr Dr from I-1 to R-T (Residential Townhome)
• Contract with RDJE, Inc. not to exceed $1,300,000 for water and sewer line replacement on Mulberry Street, Knollwood Trail, Piney Wood Land, Plantation Drive, and Oakleigh Drive
• Contract with Jewel of the South not to exceed $1,300,000 for water and sewer line replacement on Constance Avenue, Miles Circle, Parkside Terrace, and Harlan Drive

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council will consider approving a $150,000 forensic audit engagement letter with Plante & Moran to investigate four areas of financial concern: deletion of vendors, unauthorized vendor payments, write-down of capital assets and $2M in inventory, and phishing payment controls. The council will also discuss a $345,048 change order for the FY 2021 audit and a zoning map amendment for two properties on Ben Hill Road.

• Forensic audit engagement with Plante & Moran for $150,000 to investigate vendor deletions, unauthorized payments, asset write-downs, and phishing controls
• Council discussion and possible action on FY 2021 audit services change order in the amount of $345,048
• Ordinance to rezone 4165 & 4155 Ben Hill Road from I-1 (Light Industrial) to R-L (Residential Limited)
• Presentation on blighted property tax update
• Presentation on a connected device program

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council will hold a third public hearing on the FY 2023-2024 millage rate and consider several zoning map amendments, including rezonings at 2441 Main Street and 3490/3480 Washington Road. The consent agenda includes approval of $2,654,463 in financing for 38 police interceptors, a $320,000 contract for Bryan Park construction, and a forensic audit contract not to exceed $150,000. The council will also discuss a street name change for a portion of Cheney Street to Ballethnic Way and a response to the 2021 email hack and wire transfers.

• Third public hearing on FY 2023-2024 millage rate
• Ordinance to rezone 2441 Main Street from C-R to I-1
• Ordinance to rezone 3490/3480 Washington Road from R-L to R-1 with concurrent variances
• Council approval of $2,654,463 in financing for 38 police interceptors
• Council discussion on forensic audit services not to exceed $150,000

City Council - Work Session

The East Point City Council work session on September 11, 2023, includes discussions and possible actions on a wide range of items, including financial audits, police equipment purchases, zoning changes, and public safety measures. Key financial items include selecting Plante & Moran for forensic audit services not to exceed $150,000 and a $345,048 change order for FY 2021 audit services. The agenda also features multiple public hearings for zoning map amendments and special use permits.

• Selection of Plante & Moran for forensic audit services not to exceed $150,000
• FY 2021 audit services change order in the amount of $345,048
• Purchase of 38 Ford Police Interceptor SUVs financed for $2,654,463
• Ordinance to rezone 4165 & 4155 Ben Hill Road from I-1 to R-L (public hearing)
• Special use permit for habitable accessory structure at 1826 Chapman Avenue (public hearing)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council will hold a second public hearing on the FY 2023-2024 millage rate, following a first hearing on August 21. The council will also discuss and possibly act on a Home Rule Charter amendment process, an internal auditor, and an engagement letter for audit services for FY 2021 and FY 2022. Other items include a discussion on installing speed cameras near Brookview Elementary School and a vote on property, active shooter, crime, workers' comp, and cyber insurance policies totaling $649,542.52.

• Second public hearing on FY 2023-2024 millage rate
• Council discussion and possible action on Home Rule Charter amendment process and internal auditor
• Discussion on installing speed cameras and school zone signage at Washington Road/Hammarskjold near Brookview Elementary School
• Possible action on property, active shooter, crime, workers' comp, and cyber insurance policies totaling $649,542.52
• Ordinance to rezone 4165 & 4155 Ben Hill Road from I-1 (Light Industrial) to R-L (Residential Limited)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The council will hold a public hearing on the FY 2023-2024 millage rate and vote on a consent agenda including a $1,221,509 police camera system funded by a governor's grant, police promotion process, and multiple water/sewer infrastructure contracts. Agenda items include a zoning map amendment for properties at 4165 & 4155 Ben Hill Road and discussion of a $5.5 million benefit program renewal.

• Public hearing on FY 2023-2024 millage rate
• Council approval of Eye in the Sky Camera System for $1,221,509 funded by a grant from the Governor's Office
• Ordinance to rezone 4165 & 4155 Ben Hill Road from I-1 (Light Industrial) to R-L (Residential Limited)
• Council discussion on 2024 benefit program carrier renewals in the amount of $5,535,524
• Council discussion on a construction contract for LMIG and TSPLOST sidewalk project EP 2023-2027, total $1,021,796.60

Council approved a manufacturing and retail sales alcohol license for Cultured South LLC. The body also approved several public works and police department contracts via a consent agenda. A public hearing on the FY 2023-2024 millage rate was held and moved to a future meeting.

• Approved alcohol license for Cultured South LLC (8-0)
• Approved $1,221,509 Eye in the Sky Camera System funded by grant (8-0)
• Approved $35,000 for police promotions process (8-0)
• Approved SEI, Inc. roadway resurfacing design services up to $99,967.28 (8-0)
• Approved Prime Engineering, Inc. sidewalk improvements on N Commerce Drive up to $23,351.00 (8-0)
• Approved $161,918.16 for flow monitoring services with ADS Environmental Services, LLC (8-0)
• Approved $77,820.00 for distribution of Badger Meters (8-0)
• Approved purchase of three 2023 Ford F150 trucks for $118,577.00 (8-0)

City Council - Work Session

The East Point City Council work session will discuss and review over 40 items, including a $1.02 million sidewalk construction contract, multiple water and sewer infrastructure contracts, a police promotions process, and a compensation study for city positions. The agenda also includes discussions on housing initiatives, security cameras, and zoning changes.

• Council review of $1,021,796.60 construction contract for LMIG and TSPLOST sidewalk project with DAF Concrete, Inc.
• Council discussion on a purchase sale agreement for the Downtown East Point Commons redevelopment project with Mynd Match Development Group, LLC
• Council review of emergency sewer line replacement at Norman Berry/Headland/Lumpkin for $192,620.00
• Council review of police promotions process for ranks of Major, Captain, Lieutenant, and Sergeant for $35,000.00
• Public hearing required for 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 several discussion items, including the whistleblower process, a home rule charter amendment for an internal auditor, and possible changes to council salaries. The council will also receive presentations on the Homeowner Tax Relief Grant and the FY 2023-2024 millage rate, and consider a $40,000 furniture purchase for the court department.

• Council discussion on whistleblower process
• Council discussion on Home Rule Charter amendment for an internal auditor
• Council discussion and possible action on changes to council salary
• Possible adoption of ordinance to purchase court furniture for $40,000 from HON Company and Jasper Group
• Presentation on FY 2023-2024 millage rate (proposed at 13.00 mills)

City Council approved a $40,000 purchase for Court Department furniture from the HON Company and Jasper Group. The council also directed legal staff to begin the Home Rule Charter amendment process for an internal auditor direct report.

• Approved $40,000 furniture purchase for Court Department from HON Company and Jasper Group (8-0)
• Approved regular meeting minutes from July 17, 2023
• Approved special called meeting minutes from July 20, 2023
• Directed Legal to start Home Rule Charter amendment process for internal auditor direct report
• Tabled whistleblower and grievance policy information to 8/14/2023
• Moved FY 2023-2024 Millage Rate third public hearing to 8/14/2023
• Pulled discussion on changes of Council Salary

City Council - Special Called Meeting

The East Point City Council is holding a special called meeting to receive an update on the Fiscal Year 2021 audit and to consider an emergency procurement for Tabb & Tabb, LLC to provide auditing services for fiscal years 2021, 2022, and 2023. The agenda includes a possible executive session for personnel, litigation, or real estate matters.

• Fiscal Year 2021 Audit Update
• Emergency procurement for Tabb & Tabb, LLC for auditing services for FY2021, FY2022, FY2023

Council approved emergency procurement of Tabb & Tabb, LLC for FY2021 and FY2022 audits and ordered a forensic audit with dates to be determined by the auditor. The meeting included a review of a cyberattack that resulted in fraudulent wire transfers totaling over $1.2 million.

• Approved emergency procurement for Tabb & Tabb, LLC for FY2021 and FY2022 auditing services
• Approved immediate release of solicitation for FY2023 auditing services
• Approved a forensic audit with dates to be determined by the auditor
• Approved Executive Session minutes

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council will hold public hearings on adopting the 2022 Comprehensive Plan update and a special use permit for a habitable accessory structure at 3339 Harrison Road. The consent agenda includes approval of a $26,928 task order for water clarifier rehabilitation, an $18,000 change order for water main installation, and a $45,000 contract for an ADA self-evaluation plan. Agenda items also include awarding a $67,900 brownfield assessment grant contract and a $33,150 contract for Bryan Park site improvements, plus discussions on council salary changes and street adoptions.

• Public hearing on ordinance to adopt the 2022 Comprehensive Plan Update
• Public hearing on special use permit for habitable accessory structure at 3339 Harrison Road
• Consent item: Task order to Brown and Caldwell for water clarifier rehab, not to exceed $26,928
• Agenda item: Award of $67,900 brownfield assessment grant RFP to Stantec Consulting Services
• Discussion on changes to council salary

The City Council adopted the 2022 Comprehensive Plan update, which includes a new equity statement. Council also approved moving forward with the selection process for a Sootchy Charitable Foundation pilot program to help children obtain college educations. Other items included a proclamation for Muslim American Heritage Month and a presentation on water line warranties.

• Approved moving forward with Sootchy Charitable Foundation pilot program selection (8-0)
• Approved 2022 Comprehensive Plan update including health equity language (8-0)
• Approved City Council meeting minutes from July 3, 2023
• Approved the Council Agenda
• Presented proclamation for Muslim American Heritage Month
• Tabled discussion on gas station camera ordinance to August 14, 2023

City Council - Work Session

The East Point City Council work session on July 10, 2023, includes updates on policing and the Commons Development, plus discussions on bank-owned housing, street adoption, squatters, alcohol sales hours, and permitting. New items include contract approvals for water projects, a brownfield assessment, and an ADA transition plan, along with public hearings on zoning changes and a special use permit.

• Discussion on alcohol consumption hours at businesses, referencing Sec. 11-1058
• Ordinance to rezone 4165 & 4155 Ben Hill Road from I-1 to R-L (public hearing)
• Contract award to Brown and Caldwell for water model clarifier rehab, not to exceed $26,928
• Change order to Corbett Group for water main installation, not to exceed $18,000
• Brownfield assessment grant award to Stantec Consulting Services, $67,900

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council will consider approving a price increase for the MEAG Solar Participant Power Contract from $29.06 to $37.75 per MWh, discuss changes to council salaries, and review utility outage notification procedures. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from the June 20 regular meeting.

• Council review and possible approval of Second Amendment of MEAG Solar Participant Power Contract with price increase from $29.06 to $37.75 per MWh
• Discussion on changes to council salary
• Discussion on utility outage notifications
• Approval of City Council minutes from June 20, 2023 regular meeting

The City Council approved a price increase for the MEAG Solar Participant Power Contract. The council also voted to begin the legal process for considering a salary increase for council members, pending a compression study and public notice.

• Approved Second Amendment of MEAG Solar Participant Power Contract increasing price from $29.06 to $37.75 Per MWh (7-0)
• Voted to move forward with the process for considering a council salary increase (5-2)
• Appointed Nigel Rowe-Court to the Downtown Architectural Overlay Review Board
• Appointed Jackie Romaine to the Parks and Recreation Commission
• Approved Regular Meeting Minutes from June 20, 2023

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council is holding a regular meeting with a public hearing on a special use permit for a habitable accessory structure at 1262 Winburn Drive. The council will also vote on several consent agenda items, including emergency procurements, construction contracts, and a resolution to convey city-owned right-of-way for a senior housing development. Discussions are scheduled on council salaries and a joint offer with MARTA for property acquisition.

• Special use permit and variance for habitable accessory structure at 1262 Winburn Drive
• Emergency purchase of 1500Kv transformer for $115,089.00
• Change order for TSPLOST resurfacing increasing contract to $3,028,687.90
• Construction contract for Ben Hill Rd sidewalks to DAF Concrete, Inc. for $2,271,319.60
• Resolution to convey 0.601 acres of right-of-way for Norman Berry Village Senior Multifamily Development-Phase II

Council approved a resolution to establish a hospital authority to help reopen the South Fulton Hospital. A special use permit for a habitable accessory structure at 1262 Winburn Drive was also approved. The council further authorized an emergency procurement for a power transformer.

• Approved resolution to form a hospital authority (5-2)
• Approved Special Use Permit and variance for habitable accessory structure at 1262 Winburn Drive (Unanimous)
• Approved $115,089.00 emergency procurement for 1500Kv Transformer (Unanimous)
• Approved June 5, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council - Work Session

The East Point City Council will discuss and possibly vote on rezoning two properties at 4165 & 4155 Ben Hill Road from light industrial to residential limited, a move tied to a prior data-center approval condition. Other major items include approving over $3 million in road resurfacing and sidewalk contracts, emergency transformer and water-plant repairs, and a resolution to convey city right-of-way for a senior housing development.

• Rezoning of 4165 & 4155 Ben Hill Road from I-1 to R-L (public hearing required)
• Change order for TSPLOST resurfacing: $471,837.02 increase, new total $3,028,687.90
• Contract for Ben Hill Rd sidewalks: $2,271,319.60 (TSPLOST funded)
• Emergency procurement of 1500Kv transformer for $115,089.00
• Resolution to abandon 0.601 acres of right-of-way for Norman Berry Village Senior Multifamily Development Phase II

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council will hold a second reading and vote to adopt the FY2024 proposed budget. Council will also discuss an intruder affidavit for immediate squatter removal and receive an update on short-term rental regulations.

• Second reading and adoption of the FY2024 proposed budget
• Intruder affidavit for immediate action to remove squatters
• Update on short-term rental regulations
• Veterans Empowerment Organizations presentation

The City Council approved the FY24 proposed budget and adopted a corresponding ordinance. The decision followed a public hearing where residents raised concerns regarding property taxes, park safety, and event spending.

• Approved FY24 Proposed Budget (5-3)
• Adopted ordinance for FY24 budget of $191,396,602 (5-3)
• Approved City Council Regular Meeting Minutes from May 15, 2023
• Appointed Steve James to the Building Authority
• Moved Intruder Affidavit item to June 12th Work Session
• Moved Short Term Rentals update to June 20th Council meeting

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council will hold public hearings on the FY24 proposed budget and several zoning and special use permit requests, then vote on consent items including a $2.9 million insurance renewal and multiple water/sewer contracts. They will also discuss agreements for community events, utility assistance, and a right-of-way conveyance.

• First reading of FY24 proposed budget
• Zoning map amendments: 2676-2688 Martin St & 1496 Norman Berry Dr (R-T to R-4), and 2108-2150 Ben Hill Rd (C-1 to R-1)
• Special use permits for habitable accessory structures at 2120 Ben Hill Rd and 1916 Westwood Ave
• Chubb insurance renewal for $2,929,662.32
• Emergency slope repair at 2408 Meadow Lark Dr for $456,390.00

City Council denied a zoning amendment to allow multi-family housing at 2676, 2684, and 2688 Martin Street and 1496 Norman Berry Drive. The council approved a special use permit for a habitable accessory structure at 2120 Ben Hill Road. A public hearing was held for the FY24 proposed budget, which moved to a first reading.

• Denied rezoning from R-T to R-4 at 2676, 2684, 2688 Martin Street and 1496 Norman Berry Drive (8-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit for habitable accessory structure at 2120 Ben Hill Road (8-0)
• Approved Regular Meeting Minutes from May 1, 2023
• Moved FY24 proposed budget to first reading
• Withdrew motion to draft resolution for Hospital Authority

City Council - Work Session

The East Point City Council will discuss and potentially approve multiple contracts and expenditures, including a $2.9 million general liability and pollution insurance renewal, a $2.3 million sidewalk construction project on Ben Hill Road, and several water and sewer emergency repairs. The council will also receive presentations on the FY24 budget, a pay and benefits study update, and the new Office of Equity, Inclusion and Empowerment's inaugural initiatives.

• Review and approval of $2,929,662.32 general liability and pollution insurance renewal with Chubb
• Approval of $2,271,319.60 TSPLOST-funded contract for Ben Hill Road (North) sidewalks to DAF Concrete, Inc.
• Discussion and possible action on $456,390.00 emergency slope repair at 2408 Meadow Lark Drive
• Ordinance to rezone 4165 & 4155 Ben Hill Road from I-1 (Light Industrial) to R-L (Residential Limited)
• Ordinance to rezone 2150-2108 Ben Hill Road from C-1 (Neighborhood Commercial) to R-1 (Single Family Residential)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council will discuss and possibly approve several parks and recreation items, including a $170,000 CDBG grant for Bryan Park improvements, a $115,000 contract for a 10-year parks master plan, and a $45,000 GRPA Boost program MOU. The council will also consider three agreements related to the East Point Exchange Path and a $388,975 MEAG Power settlement refund. Presentations include a National Tourism Week proclamation, a CVB update, a parks education academy recap, and a USDA-funded compost program.

• Council Discussion and Possible Action on East Point Exchange Path Easement Agreement, Development Agreement, and MOU
• Council Review and Possible Action on Acceptance of MOU for GRPA Boost Program in the Amount of $45,000
• Council Discussion and Possible Action CDBG Award and Acceptance of Bryan Park Improvements in the Amount of $170,000.00
• Council Approval and Possible Action on Parks and Recreation 10 Year Master Plan and Award RFP 2023-1823 to Forsite Group in the Amount of $115,000.00
• Council Approval for MEAG Power's 2022 Year End Settlement Refund Amount of $388,975

City Council approved several funding measures for parks and recreation, including a 10-year master plan contract. The council also authorized the use of City Hall's front lawn for National Tourism Week events. Three items regarding the East Point Exchange Path were moved to a future work session.

• Approved use of City Hall front lawn for National Tourism Week events on May 8, 2023 (7-0)
• Approved $45,000 MOU for the GRPA Boost Program (7-0)
• Approved $170,000 CDBG award for Bryan Park improvements (7-0)
• Approved $115,000 contract with Forsite Group for Parks and Recreation 10 Year Master Plan (7-0)
• Moved East Point Exchange Path Easement Agreement to May 8, 2023 Work Session
• Moved East Point Exchange Path Development Agreement to May 8, 2023 Work Session
• Moved East Point Exchange Path MOU to May 8, 2023 Work Session
• Adopted April 17, 2023 Regular Meeting minutes

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council will hold public hearings on rezoning at 1065 Cleveland Ave and alcohol licenses for Amoco and Sour Grapes. The consent agenda includes over $2.8 million in spending, such as $800,000 for grid hardening design, $456,390 for slope repair, and $60,000 for document digitization. Presentations include the Tri-Cities High School Unidos Center and the Standing Peachtree Native American Festival.

• Rezoning #2023RZ-004-01 at 1065 Cleveland Ave from M-I to C-1 with concurrent variance
• Grid hardening design contract not to exceed $800,000 for underground electrical distribution
• Emergency slope repair at 2408 Meadow Lark Drive for $456,390 funded by ARPA
• Purchase of 5 Intellirupters at $51,690 each ($258,450 total) from Gresco
• Council approval of $60,000 for digitization of city documents by Xerox Corporation

City Council approved retail and wholesale alcohol licenses for Amoco, LLC and Sour Grapes LLC. The council also directed staff to coordinate with the Blacktop Streetball Association for a September event and with the Fulton Atlanta Community Action Authority for utility assistance.

• Approved Retail Sales Alcohol License for Amoco, LLC (5-0)
• Approved Wholesale Sales Alcohol License for Sour Grapes LLC (5-0)
• Approved staff to work with Blacktop and East Point Convention and Visitors Bureau for the 24 hours of Peace Blacktop Streetball Association Community Tour (Sept 22-23, 2023)
• Approved Planning & Community Development and Office of Equity, Empowerment, and Inclusion to work with FACAA for Utility Assistance Program sign-ups
• Approved Regular Meeting Minutes for April 3, 2023

City Council - Work Session

The East Point City Council work session on April 10, 2023, will discuss and potentially approve multiple contracts, purchases, and zoning changes. Key items include a $800,000 grid hardening design project, a $1.5 million transformer purchase, and a rezoning of properties on Ben Hill Road. The agenda also includes presentations on home ownership, healthy homes, and public safety topics.

• Rezoning of 4165 & 4155 Ben Hill Road from I-1 to R-L (public hearing required)
• Grid hardening design for underground electrical distribution, not to exceed $800,000
• Purchase of 5 Intellirupters from Gresco for $258,450
• Piggyback contract for transformers not to exceed $1.5 million
• Emergency slope repair at 2408 Meadow Lark Drive, not to exceed $456,390 (ARPA funded)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council will consider approving a $28,000 memorandum of understanding with Clayton State University for a professional development certificate program for job training participants. They will also review an intergovernmental agreement with Fulton County for the November 7, 2023 election. The meeting includes public comment and approval of prior minutes.

• Memorandum of Understanding with Clayton State University for job training program not to exceed $28,000
• Intergovernmental agreement with Fulton County for November 7, 2023 election
• Approval of minutes from March 20, 2023 regular meeting

City Council approved a memorandum of understanding with Clayton State University for job training and an intergovernmental agreement with Fulton County for the November 2023 election. Both measures passed unanimously.

• Approved MOU with Clayton State University for Customized Professional Development Certificate Program not to exceed $28,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved IGA with Fulton County for the November 7, 2023 Election (Unanimous)
• Adopted the Council Agenda
• Approved City Council Regular Meeting Minutes from March 29, 2023

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council will consider a consent agenda with multiple contracts, including water and sewer line replacements, emergency repairs, and equipment purchases, plus agenda items on the East Point Exchange Path and a police camera contract. A presentation on affordable housing is also scheduled.

• Contract 2023-1810 for construction administration and materials testing, $225,000
• Purchase of 3 bucket trucks for $583,111 total
• Emergency sinkhole repair at Jefferson Avenue, $94,752
• Water main replacement on Harrison Rd., Rugby Ave., Lee St., Cambridge Ave., $185,240
• Two $700,000 contracts for water/sewer line installation in Wards A/B and C/D

City Council approved several infrastructure projects funded by the Municipal Option Sales Tax and TSPLOST, including water and sewer line replacements. The council also approved a four-year contract for a police camera network and a housing needs assessment study.

• Approved 4-year contract with Fusus for police camera hub at $75,000 annually (Unanimous)
• Approved $700,000 contract with Jewel of the South for water/sewer lines in Wards A and B (Unanimous)
• Approved $700,000 contract with RDJE, Inc. for water/sewer lines in Wards C and D (Unanimous)
• Approved $700,000 contract with Metals and Materials Engineers, LLC for sewer surveys (Unanimous)
• Approved $57,500 contract with Mosaic Community Planning for housing needs assessment (Unanimous)
• Approved $96,120 contract with Southeastern Engineering Inc for Ale Circle Realignment (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 3 bucket trucks for $583,111 and 3 Ford Maverick trucks for $73,065 (Unanimous)
• Approved emergency sinkhole repair at Jefferson Avenue not to exceed $94,752 (Unanimous)

City Council - Work Session

The East Point City Council work session covers a wide range of items, including contract approvals for construction, water and sewer work, and equipment purchases, as well as discussions on policing, minimum wage, and a zoning change. The agenda includes multiple public hearings and possible actions on various city services and policies.

• Contract 2023-1810: $225,000 to Benchmark Management for construction administration and materials testing for GDOT PI 0012638 (LCI Downtown Multimodal Improvements).
• Zoning map amendment for 4165 & 4155 Ben Hill Road from I-1 (Light Industrial) to R-L (Residential Limited), Case 2022RZ-001-01 (public hearing required).
• 4-year contract with Fusus for $75,000 annually starting FY24 for police services.
• Purchase of 3 bucket trucks from Versa-Lift for $583,111 total (CIP funded).
• Emergency sinkhole repair at Jefferson Avenue by Metal & Materials Engineer (MME) not to exceed $94,752.

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council is holding its regular meeting on March 6, 2023, with the main action item being a resolution to proclaim March 2023 as Procurement Month, recognizing the Contracts and Procurement Department. The agenda also includes routine items such as roll call, approval of minutes, public comments, and an executive session if needed. No other substantive legislative items are listed on the agenda.

• Resolution proclaiming March 2023 as Procurement Month
• Approval of City Council minutes from February 20, 2023
• Public hearing and public comments section
• Executive session possible for personnel, litigation, or real estate

The City Council approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the February 20, 2023, regular meeting. Mayor Holiday Ingraham issued a proclamation recognizing the East Point Contracts and Procurement Department for Procurement Month. No other substantive legislative actions were taken.

• Approved adoption of the council agenda
• Approved Regular Council Meeting Minutes from February 20, 2023
• Proclaimed March 2023 as Procurement Month

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will review several capital improvement projects including water treatment plant upgrades and road improvements. The agenda also includes a local reapportionment public hearing and an update on the Local Food Ecosystem Commission.

• LCI Water and Sewer relocation contract not to exceed $2,396,283.00
• North Commerce Dr at Redwine Rd intersection improvements not to exceed $1,744,025.23
• Water Treatment Plant media filter replacement not to exceed $169,000.00
• Law Enforcement Center lobby elevator modernization for $155,000.00
• Georgia Pump Cobb County contract for water treatment plant baffle boards not to exceed $143,750.00

City Council approved Fiscal Year 2023 Budget Amendment #1, raising the total budgeted amount from $178,654,093 to $188,790,963. The council also adopted a local reapportionment map and approved several water treatment and public works contracts.

• Approved FY2023 Budget Amendment #1 increasing budget to $188,790,963 (5-4)
• Approved Local Reapportionment map #2 (8-0)
• Approved $2,396,283.00 for LCI Water and Sewer Relocation by RDJE (8-0)
• Approved $1,744,025.23 contract for North Commerce Dr at Redwine Rd improvements (8-0)
• Approved $169,000 for Water Treatment Plant media filter replacement (8-0)
• Approved $155,000 for Law Enforcement Center lobby elevator modernization (8-0)
• Approved use of City Hall lawn by Local Food Ecosystem Commission Feb 25 to June 15, 2023 (8-0)
• Appointed Sara Carson to the Downtown Development Authority

City Council - Work Session

The East Point City Council work session covers updates on policing, housing, and development, plus numerous contract approvals and policy discussions. Key items include a $2.4M water/sewer relocation for the LCI project, a $1.74M road intersection improvement, and several water treatment plant contracts. The council will also discuss policies on bank-owned housing, safe hotels, and home alcohol delivery.

• LCI water/sewer relocation contract up to $2,396,283 (ARPA funded)
• North Commerce Dr at Redwine Rd intersection improvements, $1,744,025.23 (TSPLOST)
• FY2023 CIP SCADA Phase 4 funding $95,492 to Data Flow Systems
• Media filter replacement at water treatment plant, $169,000 to Leopold
• Zoning map amendment for 4165 & 4155 Ben Hill Road from I-1 to R-L (public hearing)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council regular meeting on February 6, 2023, includes public hearings on an alcohol license for Sonesta International Hotels, the 2022 Comprehensive Plan update, and local reapportionment. The council will also discuss and possibly act on an RFP for auditing services, a Fulton County right-of-way conveyance, and setting qualifying fees for the November 2023 election. Several presentations and announcements are scheduled, including updates on the Convention & Visitors Bureau and a youth violence summit.

• Public hearing: Alcohol license for Sonesta International Hotels at 1325 Virginia Ave. (beer, wine, liquor on premise)
• Public hearing: 2022 Comprehensive Plan Update transmittal
• Public hearing: Local reapportionment (ward maps)
• Discussion/action: RFP 2023-1811 for auditing services
• Discussion/action: Resolution to set qualifying fees for November 7, 2023 election

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council is holding a regular meeting with several consent agenda items, including approval of grants, a sewer repair, and vehicle purchases. They will also hold a public hearing on the 2022 Comprehensive Plan update, discuss the Red Speed contract, and make appointments to committees and the Mayor Pro Tem position.

• Emergency sewer main installation at Norman Berry Dr. and Calhoun Ave. for $466,970
• Police unmarked detective cars ($447,046) and code enforcement trucks ($129,958) from ARPA and condemned funds
• 3 Ford Maverick trucks for Meter Department from Wade Ford for $72,845
• LMIG FY23 grant application for resurfacing on W Taylor Ave, Church St, and East Point St. with $388,950.11 in LMIG funds and $116,685.03 match
• Appointment of Special Ethics Committee in case of Dr. Martin Rogers vs. CM Cummings, Butler, & Gordon (Ethics Case #2022EB0039)

City Council approved several infrastructure and public safety expenditures, including a $466,970 emergency sewer repair. The council also elected leadership positions for 2023 and authorized disaster relief efforts for tornado victims in Alabama and Georgia.

• Approved $466,970 for emergency sewer main installation at Norman Berry & Calhoun St. (8-0)
• Approved $447,046 for unmarked detective cars and $129,958 for code enforcement trucks (8-0)
• Approved $72,845 for 3 Ford Maverick trucks for Meter Department (8-0)
• Approved LMIG grant application for $388,950.11 plus $116,685.03 matching funds for road improvements (8-0)
• Approved relief efforts for tornado victims in Selma, Alabama and other affected Georgia counties (8-0)
• Approved Red Speed contract and MOU (7-0)
• Elected Councilmember René as Mayor Pro Tem and Councilmember Shropshire as Provisional Mayor Pro Tem (7-0)
• Appointed Councilmembers Cook, René, and Shropshire to a Special Ethics Committee (5-0)

City Council - Work Session

The East Point City Council work session will discuss and potentially act on several items, including an update on policing, transparency of city expenditures, a policy for renting Council Chambers, home alcohol delivery, a Ward D recreation center, local reapportionment, and the 2022 Comprehensive Plan update (public hearing required). New items include approving the purchase of three Ford Maverick trucks for $72,845, accepting a $5,000 criminal justice grant, and authorizing an emergency sewer main repair at Norman Berry Dr. and Calhoun Ave. for $466,970.

• Purchase of 3 Ford Maverick trucks for Meter Department from Wade Ford, $72,845
• Emergency sewer main installation at Norman Berry & Calhoun St., $466,970
• Police unmarked detective cars ($447,046) and code enforcement trucks ($129,958) from ARPAPD and condemned funds
• 2022 Comprehensive Plan Update pre-transmittal public hearing
• LMIG FY23 grant application for resurfacing, drainage, and traffic calming on W Taylor Ave, Church St, and East Point St

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council is meeting to hear updates on the water system following freezing temperatures that caused numerous service calls, and to consider several contracts and ordinances. The agenda includes public hearings on a special use permit for an accessory structure and a zoning map amendment, as well as consent items for vehicle and equipment purchases. The council will also discuss insurance services, a possible cost-of-living adjustment for retirees, and other administrative matters.

• Public hearing: special use permit for habitable accessory structure at 1736 Neely Ave (R-1 zoning)
• Public hearing: zoning map amendment for 4165 & 4155 Ben Hill Rd from I-1 to R-L
• Purchase of 2023 Ford Explorer from Wade Ford for $38,655
• Purchase of one Bill Pay Kiosk from DynaTouch for $66,562
• Contract with Johns Eastern Company for claims administration at $123,750 for three years

The Council approved several capital expenditures for the Water and Sewer Department and police, granted a special use permit for a habitable accessory structure, and approved a 3% cost-of-living adjustment for specific retirees. A rezoning request for Ben Hill Road was deferred to a February work session.

• Approved 3% Ad-Hoc COLA for Class 4 & 5 Retirees and Beneficiaries (7-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit for habitable accessory structure at 1736 Neely Ave (7-0)
• Approved $276,563 trailer purchase from Aries (7-0)
• Approved $200,000 for city-wide leak detectors from Mueller (7-0)
• Approved $66,562 purchase of one bill pay kiosk from DynaTouch Interactive Technologies (7-0)
• Approved $38,655 purchase of 2023 Ford Explorer from Wade Ford (7-0)
• Approved $123,750 contract with Johns Eastern Company for liability claims administration (5-2)
• Approved insurance broker contract with McGriff Insurance Services on commission basis (5-2)