East Point public meetings in 2025

City Council - Special Called Meeting

The East Point City Council meeting will consider a discussion and possible action on the city budget timeline. Council members will also review the Board/Commission on Aging, a proposed data center moratorium, and a resolution for the general circular. These items are listed as agenda items 2 through 5.

• Council Discussion and Possible Action on Budget Timeline
• Council Discussion and Possible Action on City of East Point Board/Commission on Aging
• Council Discussion and Possible Action on a Data Center Moratorium
• Council Discussion and Possible Action on a Resolution for the General Circular for the City of East Point

The council approved a resolution establishing the South Fulton Neighbor and the AJC as designated newspapers for the city, with an 8‑to‑0 vote. It also appointed three new members to city boards and commissions. Several motions were carried to adopt the agenda, approve prior meeting minutes, and request a status update on work at Willie Jackson’s property. A discussion on the budget timeline and other items were moved to the January work‑session meeting.

• Adopted council agenda (motion carried)
• Approved Dec 15, 2025 council meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Appointed Matthew Reed to the Planning and Zoning Commission (motion carried)
• Appointed Patricia Lovett to the Planning and Zoning Commission (motion carried)
• Appointed Jasmine Welch to the Electric Advisory Board (motion carried)
• Approved General Circular resolution designating newspapers (8‑0)
• Motion to have City Manager email update on Willie Jackson property work (carried)
• Motion to discuss Budget Timeline moved to Jan work‑session meeting

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will discuss redevelopment plans for the East Point Innovation TAD-South and TAD-North. The body is also reviewing multiple zoning requests and a wide array of equipment and service contracts for city departments.

• Public hearing for density increase from 7 to 12 town-home units at 1457 Gus Thorn Hill Jr Drive
• Rezoning request for 1416 E Vesta Ave from R-1A to R-2
• Contract for Zoning Ordinance Rewrite with Inspire Placemaking Collective, Inc. not to exceed $169,253.75
• Emergency procurement for tree removal at Sykes Park not to exceed $100,000.00
• Purchase of two Freightliner trucks totaling $408,194.00

The City Council approved a zoning condition modification to raise the allowed density from seven to twelve town‑home units at 1457 Gus Thorn Hill Jr Drive, and rezoned 1416 E Vesta Ave from R‑1A to R‑2 for two‑family dwellings. Both measures passed unanimously with a 6‑to‑0 vote. The council also adopted its agenda, approved the minutes from the December 1 and December 8 meetings, and took several procedural motions.

• Adopted council agenda (motion carried)
• Approved Dec 1, 2025 council meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved Dec 8, 2025 special meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved zoning condition modification to increase density to 12 town‑homes at 1457 Gus Thorn Hill Jr Drive (6‑0)
• Approved rezoning of 1416 E Vesta Ave from R‑1A to R‑2 (6‑0)
• Waived first reading for the zoning density modification (motion carried)
• Waived first reading for the rezoning of 1416 E Vesta Ave (motion carried)
• Granted council members permission to speak longer than two minutes (motion carried)

City Council - Work Session

The East Point City Council will review proposed ordinances, approve capital purchases, and discuss zoning changes during a work session.

• Discussion on lowering senior homestead tax exemption age to 65
• Approval of $173,790 Freightliner dump truck purchase
• Approval of $234,404 Freightliner tandem truck purchase
• Public hearing for rezoning 1416 E Vesta Ave to R-2 district
• Discussion on lowering senior homestead tax exemption age to 65

During the December 8, 2025 work session, the East Point City Council decided to pull the proposed Senior and Hardship Utility Discount Ordinance. No vote tally was recorded for this action. All other agenda items were moved to future dates for further consideration.

• Senior and Hardship Utility Discount Ordinance pulled (no vote recorded)

City Council - Special Called Meeting

The East Point City Council will conduct public hearings on the proposed redevelopment plans for the East Point Innovation TAD‑South and TAD‑North. These hearings are intended to gather community input on establishing tax allocation districts to fund redevelopment. No decisions are recorded in the agenda; the items are listed as hearings.

• Public hearing on proposed redevelopment plan for East Point Innovation TAD‑South
• Public hearing on proposed redevelopment plan for East Point Innovation TAD‑North

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council will hear a Facade Grant update and discuss possible action on a senior bingo program. Presentations include the Water Distribution Excellence Gold Award to the city and a talk by The Teachers Closet. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Facade Grant Update (presented by Council At Large Sharon Shropshire)
• Council Discussion and Possible Action on Senior Bingo (presented by Council At Large Sharon Shropshire)
• Presentation of Water Distribution Excellence Gold Award to City of East Point (by Water and Sewer)
• Presentation by The Teachers Closet (by Councilmember Dr. LaTonya Martin Rogers)

The council adopted its agenda and approved the November 17 minutes. Motions opened discussion on the Facade Grant, Senior Bingo (scheduled for the Dec 8 work session), and new city phone numbers. In executive session, members approved the defense of former officer Petrovich in the Trevor Brown case and approved the executive‑session minutes before adjourning the meeting.

• Adopted the Council agenda (motion carried)
• Approved the November 17, 2025 council minutes (motion carried)
• Opened floor for discussion on Facade Grant Update (motion carried)
• Opened floor for discussion on Senior Bingo and placed item on Dec 8 work session (motion carried)
• Opened floor for discussion on new city phone numbers (motion carried)
• Approved defense of former officer Petrovich in the Trevor Brown matter (motion carried)
• Approved executive‑session meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Adjourned the council meeting at 10:18 p.m. (motion carried)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council will hold a public hearing on a rezoning request for 0 Headland Drive and an accessory‑structure permit at 2478 Wood Hill Lane. Council members will discuss several updates, including a redevelopment plan, litter‑dumping program, signage design, a multigenerational recreation center, and a moratorium on evictions. They will then review and vote on multiple infrastructure contracts, notably a $707,610 emergency storm line repair at 4427 Commerce Drive and a $1,647,515 water main replacement on Winburn Dr. Additional items include a FY26 budget amendment, a $17,000 arts grant, and various service contracts.

• Rezoning request for 0 Headland Drive from R‑1 to R‑3 (0.73 acres) – public hearing required
• Ordinance for accessory structure at 2478 Wood Hill Lane – public hearing required
• Emergency storm line replacement at 4427 Commerce Drive – $707,610 contract with Metals & Materials Engineers
• Winburn Dr water main replacement – up to $1,647,515 contract with Georgia Sewer and Storm, LLC
• FY26 Budget Amendment #1 – presented by Finance

The council voted 8‑0 to deny the rezoning and variance request for 0 Headland Drive, with Mayor Holiday Ingraham abstaining. It also voted 8‑0 to approve a special use permit for an accessory structure at 2478 Wood Hill Lane, again with the mayor abstaining. The agenda and the November 3 meeting minutes were adopted, and a motion to use the Customer Care parking lot for a city‑employee giveaway was carried.

• Denied rezoning request P2025rz-003-08 for 0 Headland Drive (8‑0, Mayor abstained)
• Approved Special Use Permit P2025u-004-08 for accessory structure at 2478 Wood Hill Lane (8‑0, Mayor abstained)
• Adopted council agenda (motion carried)
• Approved City Council minutes from Nov 3, 2025 (motion carried)
• Approved use of Customer Care parking lot for employee giveaway (motion carried)

City Council - Work Session

The City Council will discuss infrastructure repairs, including emergency storm line and water main replacements. The body is also considering ordinances regarding senior property tax and utility discounts, as well as zoning requests.

• Emergency storm line replacement at 4427 Commerce Drive with Metals & Materials Engineers for $707,610.00
• Winburn Dr water main replacement awarded to Georgia Sewer and Storm, LLC not to exceed $1,647,515.00
• Pole/Padmount Transformer Inspection and Vault Assessment by Osmose not to exceed $1,500,000.00
• Proposed ordinance to lower senior homestead property tax exemption age from 70 to 65
• Rezoning request for 0 Headland Drive from R-1 Single Family to R-3 Multi Family Residential

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council will hear public input on the Capital Improvement Element of the Impact Fee program, presented by Water and Sewer. The council will also consider a resolution to transmit a draft Capital Improvements Element to the Atlanta Regional Commission. Additional items include discussion of the Camp Creek TAD termination, a possible waiver of Rule 26, and updates from Public Works and the Atlanta Community Food Bank.

• Public hearing on Capital Improvement Element – Impact Fee Program (Water and Sewer)
• Resolution to transmit draft Capital Improvements Element to Atlanta Regional Commission (Water and Sewer)
• Discussion and possible action on Camp Creek TAD termination (City Attorney's Office)
• Discussion and possible action on waiving Rule 26 (Council At‑Large)
• Public Works Transportation Division Project Update 2025 (Public Works)

The council approved a resolution to transmit a Draft Capital Improvements Element for an impact fee program to the Atlanta Regional Commission. It also voted unanimously to terminate the Camp Creek Tax Allocation District. Additional procedural actions included adopting the agenda, approving prior meeting minutes, waiving Rule 26, and moving to executive session.

• Adopted council agenda (motion carried)
• Approved Sep 22, 2025 special meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Oct 20, 2025 regular meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution supporting Draft CIE transmittal to ARC (unanimous)
• Approved termination of Camp Creek Tax Allocation District (unanimous)
• Waived Rule 26 to discuss Willie Jackson property (motion carried)
• Motion to suspend Rule 2 failed (3‑yes, 4‑no)
• Adjourned to executive session (motion carried)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council will hold public hearings on three rezoning applications, including a change from Educational Institutional to Medical Institutional at Norman Berry Drive and a multi‑family rezoning on West Taylor Avenue. The council will also vote on several vendor contracts, most notably a cooperative agreement with Axon Enterprise for body‑cameras, in‑car cameras, interview rooms and a first‑responder drone, not to exceed $4,459,122. Additional items include a street‑sweeper purchase for $363,460 and an emergency sinkhole repair contract for $289,746. The meeting also includes routine approvals of policies, fee changes, and other service contracts.

• Public hearing: Rezoning application #P2025RZ-001-08 to change 0 Norman Berry Drive from E‑I to M‑I zoning with variance
• Public hearing: Use permit request for development of 138 assisted‑living and senior‑living units in the M‑I district
• Public hearing: Rezoning request #P2025RZ-001-02 for 1784 West Taylor Ave from R‑1A to R‑3 multi‑family zoning
• Council approval of Axon Enterprise contract for body‑cameras, in‑car cameras, interview rooms, and a first‑responder drone, not to exceed $4,459,122 (Funding Source 100‑3210‑523.23‑21)
• Council approval to purchase a Tymco Model 600 street sweeper for $363,460 (CIP) by Water and Sewer

The council approved a rezoning of 0 Norman Berry Drive from Educational Institutional to Medical Institutional (7‑0). It also approved a use permit for a 138‑unit assisted‑living and senior‑living development in the same medical district (7‑0). A rezoning of 1784 West Taylor Avenue to a multi‑family residential district with a variance passed (5‑2). A motion to waive a $3,000 stormwater engineering fee for a private property failed.

• Approved rezoning of 0 Norman Berry Drive to Medical Institutional (7‑0)
• Approved use permit for 138 assisted‑living units in Medical Institutional district (7‑0)
• Approved rezoning of 1784 West Taylor Ave to R‑3 Multi‑Family with variance (5‑2)
• Failed motion to waive $3,000 stormwater engineering fee for 2424 Greenwood Circle

City Council - Work Session

The East Point City Council work session will discuss several major contracts, including a police‑department contract with Axon Enterprise for body cameras, in‑car cameras, interview rooms and a first‑responder drone not to exceed $4,459,122, funded by General Funds. Other agenda items include approval of a $363,460 street sweeper purchase, an emergency sinkhole repair at 3113 Main Street costing up to $289,746.06, and public‑hearing‑required rezoning and use‑permit requests for properties on Norman Berry Drive and other sites. The council will also review policy updates such as the senior homestead tax exemption age change and a transparency and financial oversight ordinance.

• Axon Enterprise police equipment contract – up to $4,459,122, funded by General Funds
• Purchase of a Tymco Model 600 street sweeper – $363,460.00 (Source: Sourcewell Contract #111522‑TYM)
• Emergency sinkhole repair at 3113 Main Street – not to exceed $289,746.06 (RFQ #2024‑1857)
• Rezoning application for 0 Norman Berry Drive from E‑I to M‑I zoning with concurrent variance (public hearing required)
• Use permit request for 138 assisted‑living units in the M‑I zoning district (public hearing required)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council will meet to discuss employee compensation policies, a facade grant update, and a proposed protocol for council events under $25,000. The agenda also includes a presentation on the Atlanta Airport CID and a discussion on a storm water ordinance.

• City of East Point Compensation Policy
• Council Discussion on Protocol for Council Events Under $25,000
• Discussion and Possible Action on Senior Summit
• Council Discussion on Storm Water Ordinance
• Update on TADs

The council approved the appointment of Courtney Benas to the Atlanta Airport West CID Board by an 8‑to‑0 vote, with Mayor Ingraham abstaining. Earlier motions to adopt the agenda, approve prior meeting minutes, suspend rules for a public comment speaker, and add a presentation to the agenda all carried. The Bobby Wilson presentation was moved to the November 10 work session. A proclamation honoring Solomon Chike Omar Jones was also presented.

• Adopted council agenda (motion carried)
• Approved Sep 15, 2025 and Oct 1, 2025 meeting minutes (motions carried)
• Suspended rules to allow Teresa Nelson to speak last (motion carried)
• Added Bobby Wilson’s presentation to agenda (motion carried)
• Moved Bobby Wilson presentation item to Nov 10 work session (motion carried)
• Appointed Courtney Benas as East Point representative on Atlanta Airport West CID Board (8-0, mayor abstained)
• Proclaimed September 19, 2025 as Solomon Chike Omar Jones Appreciation Day (presented)
• Presented FY 2023 audit findings (presented)

City Council - Special Called Meeting

The East Point City Council will discuss and consider action on an updated Intergovernmental Agreement with Fulton County for advanced voting locations for the municipal and runoff elections. The agreement involves a proposed expenditure of $57,857. The council will review the city's estimated pro‑rata share of election costs and related responsibilities.

• Updated Intergovernmental Agreement with Fulton County for early voting sites
• Proposed payment of $57,857 for advanced voting locations
• City's estimated pro‑rata share: $41,770 for general election, $95,703.45 for runoff
• Security responsibilities for polling places outlined in the agreement
• Review of attached documents: EAST POINT IGA 2025 REV and polling location PDFs

The council approved the revised Intergovernmental Agreement with Fulton County for advanced polling locations for municipal and runoff elections, totaling $57,857. The vote was 5‑0, with Mayor Deana Holiday Ingraham abstaining. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved $57,857 IGA for advanced voting locations (5‑0, mayor abstained)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

City Council - Special Called Meeting

The City Council will meet for a special called meeting to discuss forensic audit findings and recommendations presented by the City Manager.

• Forensic Audit Findings and Recommendations

The council opened discussion on the forensic audit findings and allowed the auditors to continue their presentation. A motion to determine a conflict of interest for Councilmember Shropshire was carried with six votes in favor, one against, and one abstention. The meeting was then adjourned at 10:16 p.m.

• Motion to open floor for forensic audit discussion – carried
• Motion to allow Plante Moran presentation and hold questions until the end – carried
• Motion to determine conflict of interest regarding Councilmember Shropshire – carried (6 yes, 1 no, 1 abstain)
• Motion to adjourn the meeting at 10:16 p.m. – carried

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss and vote on the 2026 fiscal year millage rate ordinance. The meeting includes approval of contracts for software, police vehicles, and water infrastructure repairs, along with updates on various city projects.

• Public hearing on 2026 millage rate ordinance
• Approval of $56,000 for Gravity budgeting software
• Approval of $279,000 for Hydro-Vacuum Jet Truck
• Approval of $127,340 for storm line replacement at 2725 Westchester Drive
• Discussion on Innovation TAD

The council adopted the 2025 (Fiscal Year 2026) Millage Rate Ordinance with a 7‑to‑0 vote. It also approved the 2026 Medical Benefits RFP results, again 7‑to‑0. Several consent‑agenda items were approved, including contracts for budgeting software, audit services, a facial‑recognition database, and two police vehicles, each with a 7‑to‑0 vote.

• Adopted FY2026 millage rate ordinance (7‑to‑0)
• Approved 2026 Medical Benefits RFP results (7‑to‑0)
• Approved vendor Gravity for budgeting software, not to exceed $56,000 (7‑to‑0)
• Approved emergency vendor Aptemiz, Inc. for audit services, not to exceed $27,029.37 (7‑to‑0)
• Approved vendor Clearview AI for facial‑recognition database, not to exceed $30,590 (7‑to‑0)
• Approved purchase of two police vehicles and a park ranger truck, not to exceed $90,000 (7‑to‑0)
• Approved consent agenda items 7‑21 (7‑to‑0)

City Council - Work Session

The East Point City Council work session will discuss a range of items, including a $2,562,101.20 insurance renewal, a $30,590 facial‑recognition database contract, and a proposed $4,038,273 contract with Axon Enterprise for body cameras, in‑car cameras, interview rooms and a first‑responder drone. The council will also review several ordinance changes, emergency water‑system repairs, and other vendor contracts for parks, power and finance services.

• Liability and Property & Casualty Insurance renewal from McGriff Insurance Services – $2,562,101.20 for Oct 1 2025‑Sep 30 2026
• Clearview AI facial‑recognition database contract – not to exceed $30,590 (funding source 100‑3210‑523.38‑50)
• Axon Enterprise police equipment contract – not to exceed $4,038,273 (general funds)
• Purchase of two police vehicles and a park ranger pick‑up truck from Akins Ford LLC – not to exceed $90,000 (CIP funding)
• Ordinance to repeal Chapter 6 of the Domestic Partnership code

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council will meet to approve the minutes from the previous meeting and discuss the Annual Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Agreement. The agenda also includes public comments, council presentations, and an executive session.

• Approval of City Council Minutes from August 18, 2025
• Discussion and possible action on the Annual Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Agreement
• Public Comments session with a 60-minute time limit
• Executive Session for personnel, litigation, or real estate
• Presentations on Customer Service Notifications and Facade Grant Update

The council adopted its agenda and approved the August 18 meeting minutes. It approved the Annual Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Agreement with an 8‑0 vote. The council recessed to executive session for real‑estate, personnel, and legal matters, authorized an investigation into personnel, and approved the executive session minutes.

• Adopted council agenda (motion carried)
• Approved August 18, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved LIHEAP Agreement (8‑0 vote)
• Recessed to executive session at 8:02 pm (motion carried)
• Reconvened at 10:03 pm (motion carried)
• Authorized City Manager to investigate personnel matters (motion carried)
• Approved executive session minutes (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:05 pm (motion carried)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council will vote on a series of contract approvals and purchases, including major fire department equipment, police service agreements, and water and sewer contracts. Items on the consent agenda range from a $1.45 million lease for a 2025 E‑One fire ladder truck to a $89,480.74 renewal of the Motorola E‑911 service. The council will also discuss a forensic audit, a workers' compensation contract extension, and a $10,500 arts and cultural grant. All approvals are presented as consent agenda items unless noted as discussion items.

• Lease of a 2025 E‑One Fire 75" Ladder Truck – not to exceed $1,450,000 (CIP funding)
• Purchase of two 2025 Ford F150 Electric fire rescue apparatus – not to exceed $200,000 (CIP funding)
• Purchase of a 2026 Crestline Ford F350 ambulance – not to exceed $225,000 (CIP funding)
• Renewal of Motorola Service Agreement for the E‑911 Division – $89,480.74
• Software and technical buildout for the Real Time Crime Center – not to exceed $183,903.49

The council approved several contracts and purchases, all with unanimous 8‑to‑0 votes while the mayor abstained. Items included a prepaid utility software pilot, a surplus tower truck donation, a Motorola E‑911 service renewal, police ammunition, two unmarked police vehicles, and a $183,903.49 contract with Thunder Cat Technologies for Real Time Crime Center software. No other motions were denied or tabled.

• Approved Exceleron prepaid utility software pilot (up to $15,000 licensing, $2,000 monthly) – 8 to 0
• Approved donation surplus tower truck and command unit – 8 to 0
• Approved renewal of Motorola service agreement for E‑911 (FY 2025‑2026) – $89,480.74 – 8 to 0
• Approved purchase of police ammunition from Smyrna Police Distributors – up to $66,000 – 8 to 0
• Approved leasing of two flex vehicles for Police Special Operations – up to $33,000 – 8 to 0
• Approved Thunder Cat Technologies contract for Real Time Crime Center software – up to $183,903.49 – 8 to 0
• Adopted consent agenda items #5‑25 – motion carried

City Council - Special Called Meeting

The City Council will discuss and possibly act on a resolution that would authorize a referendum to extend a one‑percent Water and Sewer Projects and Costs Tax (MOST). The referendum would ask voters to approve up to $43,308,183 in funding for water and sewer projects for a maximum of four years, with the vote scheduled for November 4 2025. If adopted, the City Clerk would issue the call for the referendum.

• Resolution authorizing a referendum to extend the 1% MOST tax
• Proposed tax would raise up to $43,308,183 for water and sewer projects
• Tax would be in effect for up to four years
• Referendum scheduled for November 4, 2025
• General obligation debt not to be issued with the tax

The council opened the floor for discussion on a resolution authorizing the MOST referendum. It then approved the resolution, allowing net proceeds up to $35,000,000, with a vote of 7‑0 (Mayor abstained). The meeting was adjourned at 6:28 p.m.

• Opened floor for discussion on MOST referendum (motion carried)
• Approved MOST referendum resolution, max net proceeds $35,000,000 (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:28 p.m. (motion carried)

City Council - Work Session

The East Point City Council will review police equipment contracts, water system repairs, and a proposed ordinance to lower the senior property tax exemption age. The session also includes updates on economic development and a forensic audit.

• Police equipment contracts: Motorola E-911 ($89,480.74), Axon Enterprise body cameras ($4,038,273)
• Water system repairs: Emergency pump repair at Sweetwater Creek ($167,779), sewer root control ($79,223.04)
• Proposed ordinance to lower senior homestead property tax exemption age from 70 to 65
• Fire department equipment: Electric F-150 trucks ($200,000) and ambulance ($225,000)
• Hapeville water supply contract extension through December 22, 2025

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will meet to discuss and potentially take action on a Southside Day MOU and a bifurcation agreement for Ridge Road. The body will also consider authorizing the City Manager to approve spending exceeding $25,000 for the August Wednesday Wind Down event.

• Discussion and possible action on Southside Day MOU
• Discussion and possible action on Bifurcation Agreement for Ridge Road
• Possible authorization for City Manager to approve August Wednesday Wind Down items exceeding $25,000
• Discussion and possible action on Council Retreat scheduled for August 23, 2025
• Presentation on Exceleron Software Initiative by East Point Power

The council approved the Bifurcation Agreement for Ridge Road with a 7‑to‑0 vote. It also approved the Southside Day MOU, the council retreat schedule, and gave the City Manager authority to exceed $25,000 for the August Wednesday Wind Down event, each by a 7‑to‑0 vote. Earlier agenda items such as adopting the agenda and approving the July 21 minutes were also carried.

• Adopted council agenda (motion carried)
• Approved July 21 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved Southside Day MOU – 7 to 0
• Approved Ridge Road Bifurcation Agreement – 7 to 0
• Approved council retreat for Aug 23 at Marriott Gateway – 7 to 0
• Approved City Manager authority for August Wednesday Wind Down – 7 to 0
• Approved partnership with Hope and Health Community Health Awareness Day – motion carried
• Moved Cultivating Community Health event to Aug 11 – motion carried

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council will vote on a sewer main replacement project funded up to $5,284,969, including a $2,000,000 loan from the Georgia Environmental Finance Authority. The meeting also includes a consent agenda with approvals for fire alarm and HVAC maintenance, vehicle purchases, emergency water‑main repairs, and a $250,000 single‑source contract for minor home repairs. Additional discussion items cover a tennis/pickleball court ordinance, a community playground grant, and a resolution on a Georgia Supreme Court case.

• Approval of $65,000 annual fire alarm and HVAC maintenance program (Johnson Controls)
• Purchase of a Ford Explorer from Akins Ford, not to exceed $44,620.00 (CIP funding)
• Emergency repair of 20" raw water main at 1651 Riverside Parkway, not to exceed $92,240.26
• Approval of $5,284,969 sewer main replacement project (partial $2,000,000 loan) affecting Sylvan Rd, Plant St, Dauphine St, Dunlap Ave, Pearl St
• Single‑source contract for minor home repair and housing rehabilitation, not to exceed $250,000.00

The City Council unanimously approved a sewer main replacement construction project funded with up to $5,284,969, including a $2 million loan from the Georgia Environmental Finance Authority. The council also approved numerous consent‑agenda items, such as fire alarm maintenance, vehicle purchases, and emergency water‑main repairs. All motions carried without opposition.

• Adopted council agenda (motion carried)
• Approved July 7, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved consent agenda items 1‑16 (motion carried)
• Approved sewer main replacement project (up to $5,284,969) – UNANIMOUS
• Approved fire alarm and HVAC maintenance program ($65,000 annually) – UNANIMOUS
• Approved purchase of Ford Explorer ($44,620) – UNANIMOUS
• Approved emergency repair of 20" water main ($92,240.26) – UNANIMOUS
• Approved purchase of Hustler Turf park equipment ($60,726) – UNANIMOUS

City Council - Work Session

The City Council will review and approve a sewer main replacement construction project funded partially by a $2,000,000 Georgia Environmental Finance Authority loan and up to $5,284,969 from the municipal option sales tax. The agenda also includes approvals for fire station renovation change orders, emergency water‑main repairs, a fire alarm and HVAC maintenance program, and vehicle purchases for city departments. Additional items cover policy updates, staffing discussions, and various procurement contracts.

• Sewer Main Replacement Construction Project – total funding not to exceed $5,284,969, affecting Sylvan Rd, Plant St, Dauphine St, Dunlap Ave, Pearl St
• Change Order #1 for Fire Station #5 renovation – amount $271,000
• Emergency repair of 20" raw water main at 1651 Riverside Parkway – up to $92,240.26
• Fire alarm and HVAC maintenance program – annual cost not to exceed $65,000
• Purchase of a Ford Explorer from Akins Ford – not to exceed $44,620

The council voted 5-0 to authorize the City Manager to approve invoices exceeding $25,000 for council events. All other agenda items were postponed to future meetings. No other approvals, denials, or tablings occurred during this work session.

• Approved City Manager authority for invoices > $25,000 (5-0)
• Moved Financial Advisor Debt Affordability presentation to 8/11/2025
• Moved Citywide Fire Alarm & HVAC Maintenance program approval to 7/21/2025
• Moved Sewer Main Replacement project approval to 7/21/2025
• Moved Emergency water main repair approvals to 7/21/2025

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council will hold a public hearing on a special‑use permit for an accessory structure at 1962 Montrose Drive and vote on it. Council members will also discuss possible action on the Intergovernmental Agreement and related invoices for the municipal general, special and runoff elections. Additional presentations will cover Southside Day, the Sylvan Road/N. Central Avenue site and Innovation TAD, the BS&A Citywide Cloud ERP migration, and playground equipment updates.

• Public hearing and approval of ordinance granting a special‑use permit at 1962 Montrose Drive
• Discussion and possible action on the Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) and invoices for municipal elections
• Presentation on "Southside Day" event
• Update on Sylvan Road and N. Central Avenue site and Innovation TAD
• BS&A Citywide Cloud ERP System migration presentation

The council approved the Intergovernmental Agreement and related invoices for conducting the municipal general, special, and runoff elections. Councilmembers also appointed Orlando McCloud to the Utility Advisory Commission and approved the City’s collaboration with Southside Day. Several motions to enter and exit executive session and to adjourn the meeting were also carried.

• Adopted council agenda (motion carried)
• Approved June 16, 2025 council minutes (motion carried)
• Appointed Orlando McCloud to the Utility Advisory Commission (motion carried)
• Approved collaboration with Southside Day, including CVB involvement (unanimous)
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement for municipal elections (unanimous)
• Moved to adjourn into executive session for legal and real estate matters (motion carried)
• Re‑convened after executive session at 9:16 p.m. (motion carried)
• Adjourned the meeting at 9:18 p.m. (motion carried)

City Council - Special Called Meeting

The City Council is meeting to discuss and potentially adopt the proposed budget for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026. The proposed total funded amount for the budget is $247,100,451.

• Proposed FY 2026 total budget of $247,100,451
• Proposed General Fund: $70,505,915
• Proposed Electric Utility budget: $56,318,830
• Proposed Water & Sewer Utility budget: $37,032,620
• Proposed Capital Projects budget: $41,474,684

Council members opened discussion on the FY 2026 proposed budget and waived the first reading. A motion moved $8,225 from the Ward B at‑large group‑insurance line to the Public Works budget and was approved. After a failed vote on the unamended budget, the council adopted the amended budget and transferred responsibility for council events and the budget from the City Clerk’s office to the City Manager’s office, unanimously.

• Waived first reading of FY 2026 budget (motion carried)
• Amended budget to move $8,225 from Ward B group‑insurance to Public Works (motion carried)
• Motion to approve budget with previous amendment failed (4‑yes, 3‑no)
• Adopted amended FY 2026 budget and moved council events/budget to City Manager’s office (unanimous approval)
• Adjourned to Executive Session for one hour (motion carried)
• Approved Executive Session minutes (motion carried)
• Re‑convened meeting at 8:24 PM (motion carried)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider the proposed FY 2026 budget and various infrastructure contracts. The meeting includes public hearings for special use permits and a zoning request, as well as several emergency repair approvals.

• Proposed FY 2026 Budget discussion
• Pavement Maintenance Service Agreements with DAF Concrete Inc and A&S Paving, Inc (up to $5,000,000 each)
• Special Use Permit public hearings for 1962 Montrose Drive and 3020 Church Street
• Rezone request for 3380 Bachelor Street from R-1A to R-T
• Emergency water main break supplies from Ferguson not to exceed $84,010.98

The council approved an ordinance granting a special use permit for a habitable accessory structure at 1962 Montrose Drive, with conditions and a 8‑to‑0 vote (Mayor abstained). It also approved a similar permit for 3020 Church Street, adding size and code compliance conditions, also by an 8‑to‑0 vote (Mayor abstained). The Sylvan Road and N. Central Avenue site item was moved to the July 7 meeting.

• Approved special use permit for 1962 Montrose Drive (8-0, Mayor abstained)
• Approved special use permit for 3020 Church Street (8-0, Mayor abstained)
• Moved Sylvan Road and N. Central Avenue site item to July 7 meeting

City Council - Work Session

The East Point City Council work session will discuss updates on policing, credit card and travel policies, departmental vacancies, and the FY 2026 proposed budget. Council members will consider multiple contract approvals, including two $5 million annual pavement maintenance agreements, park improvement projects, and emergency infrastructure repairs. The meeting also includes public‑hearing items for special‑use permits on Montrose Drive and Church Street.

• Approval of ITB 2025-1891 Pavement Maintenance Service Agreement – Group A (DAF Concrete Inc) up to $5,000,000 annually
• Approval of ITB 2025-1891 Pavement Maintenance Service Agreement – Group B (A&S Paving, Inc) up to $5,000,000 annually
• Approval of Vendor Gametime for Outdoor Fitness Park at Sykes Park, not to exceed $36,845.11
• Approval of Vendor Bayne Development for construction services at Rantin Park, not to exceed $290,000.00
• Emergency replacement of UPS Battery System at the Law Enforcement E911 Center, total cost $72,100.00

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will conduct a second public hearing regarding the proposed budget for fiscal year 2026. The body will also discuss a pay and classification study and receive an update on community meetings for a multi-generational recreation center.

• Second Public Hearing for FY 2026 Proposed Budget
• Discussion and possible action on the Pay and Classification Study
• Update on Multi Generational Recreation Center Community Meetings

The council adopted the meeting agenda and approved the minutes from the May 19, 2025 meeting. A motion to close the public hearing on the FY 2026 budget was carried. Additional procedural motions, including extending the hearing time and opening discussion on the pay and classification study, were also approved.

• Adopted council agenda (motion carried)
• Approved May 19, 2025 council minutes (motion carried)
• Extended public hearing time (motion carried)
• Closed public hearing on FY 2026 budget (motion carried)
• Opened floor for discussion on pay and classification study (motion carried)
• Opened floor for discussion and possible action on pay study (motion carried)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council will consider emergency water and road repairs, approve a fireworks vendor, and hold a public hearing on a zoning request and the FY 2026 budget.

• Emergency storm line replacement on Norman Berry Drive (up to $865,462)
• Emergency water main repairs on Plant Street (up to $38,000)
• Approval of Munnerlyn Pyrotechnics for July 4th fireworks ($25,075)
• Public hearing for rezoning 3380 Bachelor Street to R-T
• First public hearing for FY 2026 Proposed Budget

Council members voted to defer the rezoning request for 3380 Bachelor Street to the June 16, 2025 meeting. They also adopted the council agenda, approved the May 5 minutes, opened the FY 2026 budget public hearing, and extended hearing time by 30 minutes per side. A motion to discuss a moratorium on data centers and warehouses was carried for the June work session. The council decided to solicit a firm to rewrite the city’s zoning code.

• Adopt council agenda – motion carried
• Approve May 5, 2025 council minutes – motion carried
• Defer zoning application P2025RZ-001-03 for 3380 Bachelor St to June 16, 2025 – motion carried
• Open public hearing for FY 2026 proposed budget – motion carried
• Extend public hearing time by 30 minutes per side – motion carried
• Carry motion to discuss moratorium on data centers and warehouses in June work session – motion carried
• Decide to solicit a firm for city zoning code rewrite – decision made (no vote recorded)
• Close public hearing for zoning application – motion carried

City Council - Work Session

The City Council is reviewing the FY26 budget presentation, which includes funding for public safety, infrastructure, and employee compensation. The body is also considering several emergency procurement approvals for water and sewer repairs and a large asphalt recycling contract.

• FY26 Budget presentation including $15.5 million for sidewalk/street improvements and $14.9 million for water/sewer infrastructure
• Emergency storm line replacement on Norman Berry Drive by Metals & Materials Engineers not to exceed $865,462.00
• Asphalt Recycling and Microsurfacing contract to Asphalt Paving Systems Inc. not to exceed $4,889,560.15
• Campbell Oil Fuel Contract change order in the amount of $180,000
• Rezoning request for 3380 Bachelor Street from R-1A to R-T

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will discuss and possibly act on several agenda items, including the adoption of the Pregnancy Workers Fairness Act policy and emergency procurements for HVAC replacements at Fire Station # 3 ($47,949.00) and the City Water Filter Plant ($165,057.46). Additional items include a food giveaway initiative by the First African Community Development Corporation and the Nehemiah Foundation, as well as presentations on public arts, the FIFA World Cup, and Ensue Smoothies.

• Emergency procurement for Fire Station # 3 HVAC unit replacement – $47,949.00 (Vendor: Maddox Mechanical Service)
• Emergency procurement for City Water Filter Plant HVAC unit replacement and upgrade – $165,057.46 (Vendor: Maddox Mechanical Service)
• Council discussion and possible action on adoption of the Pregnancy Workers Fairness Act policy
• First African Community Development Corporation and Nehemiah Foundation Food Giveaway
• East Point Parks & Recreation public arts update

The council approved emergency procurement contracts for a fire‑station HVAC unit ($47,949) and a water‑filter‑plant HVAC upgrade ($165,057.46). It also approved a resolution to amend the city employee handbook with the Pregnancy Workers Fairness Act policy. Motions to adopt the agenda and approve the prior meeting minutes were carried.

• Approved emergency procurement for Fire Station #3 HVAC unit ($47,949) – vote 7-0
• Approved emergency procurement for City Water Filter Plant HVAC upgrade ($165,057.46) – vote 7-0
• Approved amendment to city employee handbook for Pregnancy Workers Fairness Act – vote 7-0
• Adopted council agenda – motion carried
• Approved April 21, 2025 council minutes – motion carried
• Allowed Japera Hemming extra public‑comment time – motion carried

City Council - Regular Meeting

City Council will hold public hearings on impact fees and several zoning requests, including a warehouse development and a residential rezoning. The body is also reviewing numerous emergency water and sewer repair contracts and grid hardening project expenditures.

• Rezoning request for 2257 Delowe Drive from R-1 to R-3 Multi Family Residential
• Use permit request for two warehouse and distribution buildings at 0 Welcome All Road
• Emergency sewer blockage repairs by Metals Materials & Engineers not to exceed $204,929.64
• Grid hardening underground wire contract for Irby Utilities not to exceed $945,475.00
• Alcohol license for consumption on premises at Sunshine Blue Waters, LLC (3515 Camp Creek Parkway)

The council approved the P2024U‑001‑10 use permit for two warehouse and distribution buildings on Welcome All Road, adding seven conditions and prohibitions on refrigerant and lithium storage (5‑2). It also postponed action on the alcohol license for Sunshine Blue Waters, adopted the meeting agenda, approved the April 7 minutes, and directed the Urban Development Agency and other city authorities to meet with the manager.

• Adopted council agenda (motion carried)
• Approved April 7 council minutes (motion carried)
• Postponed action on Sunshine Blue Waters alcohol license (motion carried)
• Reconstituted the Urban Development Agency (motion carried)
• Directed all City Authorities to meet with City Manager and Council (motion carried)
• Approved retreat with City Manager’s Office, Blighted Property Task Force, Downtown Architecture Overlay Review Board, and GIC Committee (motion carried)
• Approved P2024U‑001‑10 use permit for two warehouses with conditions (5‑2)
• Impact fees public hearing was pulled (no action taken)

City Council - Work Session

The East Point City Council work session will present updates on tourism, pay classification, and the 2025 Economic Development Strategy Plan. Council members will consider multiple change orders, emergency water and sewer repairs, rezoning applications, and a public hearing for an alcohol license at Sunshine Blue Waters (3515 Camp Creek Parkway). The meeting also includes approval of a $1,434,596 settlement deposit for the Grid Hardening Project and other contract actions.

• Approve $1,434,596 settlement deposit for Grid Hardening Project (Operating Supplies)
• Change Order $250,000 for Pike Electric Contract (FY25 invoices)
• Rezoning request for 2257 Delowe Drive from R-1 to R-3 Multi‑Family Residential (public hearing required)
• Alcohol license for consumption on premises at Sunshine Blue Waters, LLC, 3515 Camp Creek Parkway (public hearing required)
• Emergency water main repair at 1945 Headland Drive, not to exceed $57,533.63

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council will hear a public hearing on a rezoning application for 0 East Woodberry Avenue, proposing to change the property from R-3 multifamily to MX-CI mixed‑use. Council members will also discuss and possibly act on emergency tree removal at Connally Nature Park Trail, with a funding limit of $117,000. Additional agenda items include a discussion on off‑boarding One Path services and a proclamation for Roselyn Lewis.

• Rezoning application for 0 East Woodberry Avenue: change from R-3 to MX-CI mixed‑use
• Emergency tree removal at Connally Nature Park Trail, not to exceed $117,000.00 (funded by Power)
• Council discussion on off‑boarding One Path to adopt new services through GoTo
• Proclamation honoring Roselyn Lewis
• Update on Together We're Able and the Miracle League of East Point

The council adopted its agenda and approved the March 17 meeting minutes. It approved the off‑boarding of One Path to adopt new GoTo services and authorized emergency tree removal at Connally Nature Park Trail up to $117,000. The council also confirmed Don Wellman as IT Director, raised Judge Rasheeda Oliver’s salary to $185,000, and approved several easements and legal authorizations.

• Approved off‑boarding One Path to adopt new GoTo services (8‑0)
• Approved emergency tree removal at Connally Nature Park Trail up to $117,000 (8‑0)
• Approved Don Wellman as IT Director at $122,763.99 salary
• Approved amendment to Judge Rasheeda Oliver’s salary to $185,000 (6‑1)
• Authorized City Attorney to accept service in Timothy Scott vs. East Point
• Approved electrical utility easement for 2816 Briarwood Boulevard
• Approved water valve easement for 2816 Briarwood Boulevard
• Authorized City Attorney to retain Arnold Golden and Gregory for limited purpose regarding the Commons

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing on a rezoning petition to change the property at 0 East Woodberry Avenue from R‑3 multifamily to MX‑CI mixed‑use commercial‑industrial. Council members will discuss emergency water system repairs, including a waterline replacement not to exceed $25,000 and the installation of three water taps not to exceed $37,350. Additional items include a $65,000 change order for the Plante Moran RFP and a single‑source contract for ECivis/Euna Solutions software up to $138,569, along with updates on parks, public works, policing, TSPLOST, and housing programs.

• Rezoning Application – Petition # P2025RZ-001-01 at 0 East Woodberry Avenue, from R‑3 to MX‑CI (public hearing required)
• Emergency waterline replacement due to leak, amount not to exceed $25,000
• Emergency installation of three water taps to address roadway risk, amount not to exceed $37,350
• Change Order #1 for Plante Moran RFP 2024-1833, amount $65,000
• Single‑source vendor ECivis/Euna Solutions for Grants Network Software, amount not to exceed $138,569 (General Funds)

The East Point City Council approved two emergency water and sewer repairs (up to $25,000 and $37,350), a $65,000 change order for Plante Moran, a $138,569 software contract, and reappointed Judge Rasheeda Oliver as Chief Judge at $180,000/year. A rezoning request for 0 East Woodberry Avenue was deferred to the April 14 work session, and the GoTo phone system item was tabled to April 7. Several informational updates were presented, including police, housing, and public works projects.

• Approved emergency waterline replacement up to $25,000 (8-0)
• Approved emergency installation of three water taps up to $37,350 (8-0)
• Approved $65,000 change order for Plante Moran RFP 2024-1833 (8-0)
• Approved single-source vendor ECivis/Euna Solutions for grants software, not to exceed $138,569 (8-0)
• Reappointed Judge Rasheeda Oliver as Chief Judge of Municipal Court at $180,000/year
• Deferred rezoning at 0 East Woodberry Avenue to April 14 work session
• Tabled GoTo phone system offboarding item to April 7 meeting
• Approved council agenda and minutes from March 3, 2025

City Council - Work Session

The council will hold a public hearing on rezoning application Petition # P2025RZ-001-01 for the property at 0 East Woodberry Avenue, requesting a change from R‑3 (multifamily) to MX‑CI (mixed‑use commercial‑industrial). Council members will also discuss emergency water infrastructure repairs, including a waterline replacement up to $25,000 and installation of three water taps up to $37,350. Additional items include a $65,000 change order for the Plante Moran RFP, a single‑source contract for ECivis/Euna Solutions software up to $138,569, and updates on TSPLOST, sidewalks, and policing.

• Rezoning application Petition # P2025RZ-001-01 at 0 East Woodberry Avenue (R‑3 to MX‑CI)
• Emergency waterline replacement, amount not to exceed $25,000
• Emergency installation of three water taps, amount not to exceed $37,350
• Change order $65,000 for Plante Moran RFP 2024-1833
• Single‑source vendor ECivis/Euna Solutions for grants software, up to $138,569 (General Funds)

The East Point City Council approved two emergency water and sewer repairs (up to $25,000 and $37,350), a $65,000 change order for Plante Moran, and a $138,569 grants software contract. A rezoning request at 0 East Woodberry Avenue was deferred to the April 14 work session, and an IT phone system switch was tabled to April 7. The council also reappointed Judge Rasheeda Oliver as Chief Judge at $180,000/year.

• Approved emergency waterline replacement up to $25,000 (8-0)
• Approved emergency installation of three water taps up to $37,350 (8-0)
• Approved $65,000 change order for Plante Moran RFP 2024-1833 (8-0)
• Approved $138,569 single-source contract for ECivis/Euna Solutions grants software (8-0)
• Deferred rezoning at 0 East Woodberry Avenue to April 14 work session
• Tabled One Path to GoTo phone system switch to April 7 agenda
• Reappointed Judge Rasheeda Oliver as Chief Judge at $180,000/year
• Approved motion to light City Hall blue for Autism Awareness Month

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council will discuss and possibly act on several items, including an ordinance from Electric Cities of Georgia, the impact of high utility bills, and three contract proposals for Center Park projects. The contracts involve construction services by Bayne Development (up to $88,192.93), a park pavilion by Mahogany Interiors LLC (up to $39,000), and emergency bridge repair by The Corbett Group LLC (up to $54,680). The meeting also includes updates on the ATL Airport Community Improvement Districts, budget presentations, and a photovoice exhibit.

• Ordinance discussion with Electric Cities of Georgia
• Impact of high utility bills presentation by East Point Power
• Contract with Bayne Development for Center Park construction services, not to exceed $88,192.93
• Contract with Mahogany Interiors LLC for park pavilion at Center Park, not to exceed $39,000
• Contract with The Corbett Group LLC for emergency bridge repair, not to exceed $54,680

The East Point City Council approved three Parks & Recreation contracts for Center Park construction services, a park pavilion, and an emergency bridge repair at Brookdale Park, all funded by CIP. The council also discussed the impact of high utility bills, tabled an ordinance regarding Electric Cities of Georgia, and authorized staff to proceed with the Planning and Zoning Ordinance rewrite after initially tabling it. The meeting included public comments on a sinkhole issue and budget transparency concerns.

• Approved construction services for Center Park not to exceed $88,192.93 (8-0)
• Approved park pavilion agreement with Fembroz dba Mahogany Interiors not to exceed $39,000 (8-0)
• Approved emergency bridge repair at Brookdale Park not to exceed $54,680 (8-0)
• Tabled Item #4 regarding Electric Cities of Georgia ordinance (8-0)
• Discussed impact of high utility bills from February 2025
• Authorized staff to complete Planning and Zoning Ordinance Rewrite (motion carried)
• Approved revised contract of Redmond Jones II effective March 3rd (5-2)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will discuss architectural and engineering services for a new recreational center and review several zoning requests. The body is also considering emergency water system repairs and various capital equipment purchases for public works.

• Proposed $2,061,250 contract with Cooper Carry for Ward D Recreational Center design
• Emergency PFAS filter media replacement by Calgon Carbon Corporation not to exceed $417,306
• Public hearing for warehouse development at 0 Welcome All Road
• Rezoning request for 3156 Harris Drive from R-1A to R-2
• Capital purchases including a Yancey Backhoe ($164,057) and Tiger Tractor Mower ($268,625)

The council voted 5-2 to appoint Redmond Jones as City Manager and approved an employment contract at $203,200 annually. The council also deferred a warehouse use permit for 60 days, approved several capital purchases and emergency repairs, and moved several items to future meetings.

• Appointed Redmond Jones as City Manager (5-2)
• Approved employment contract for Redmond Jones at $203,200 annually (5-2)
• Deferred warehouse use permit at 0 Welcome All Road for 60 days (5-2)
• Approved withdrawal of rezoning request at 3156 Harris Drive (7-0)
• Approved accessory dwelling unit use permit at 1388 Wadley Avenue (7-0)
• Approved HB 581 millage rate certification (7-0)
• Approved Cooper Carry for Ward D Recreation Center design services up to $2,061,250 (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda items including capital purchases and emergency repairs (7-0)

City Council - Work Session

The City Council work session will consider several capital purchases and emergency repairs, with the primary decision being the selection of Cooper Carry to provide architectural and engineering services for the new Ward D Recreational Center, funded by the Hotel Motel Tax. Additional items include approvals for equipment purchases, water system emergency repairs, and a resolution to re‑adopt the Main Street Corridor TOD plan.

• Approve Cooper Carry as design and construction administration firm for Ward D Recreational Center, not to exceed $2,061,250 (funded by Hotel Motel Tax)
• Approve FY25 capital purchase of a New Yancey Backhoe and related equipment for $164,057
• Approve FY25 capital purchase of a Tiger Tractor Mower for $268,625
• Approve emergency PFAS filter media replacement by Calgon Carbon for up to $417,306
• Approve emergency repair of three water taps for $37,350

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council will discuss a rezoning request for 2928 Palm Drive, changing its designation from R1‑A to R‑3. The meeting also includes public hearings on two alcohol license applications: Chevron Food Mart at 1337 Virginia Avenue and Whisk Atlanta at 3523 Camp Creek Parkway. Additional items are a presentation from the Office of Equity, Inclusion and Empowerment and a legislative roundtable.

• Rezoning request P2024RZ‑006‑08 for 2928 Palm Drive (R1‑A to R‑3)
• Public hearing on Chevron Food Mart retail alcohol license (1337 Virginia Avenue)
• Public hearing on Whisk Atlanta on‑premises alcohol license (3523 Camp Creek Parkway)
• Office of Equity, Inclusion and Empowerment human services update
• Legislative roundtable presented by Mayor Deana Holiday Ingraham

The East Point City Council approved alcohol licenses for Chevron Food Mart at 1337 Virginia Avenue and Whisk Atlanta at 3523 Camp Creek Parkway, both by 8-0 votes with the mayor abstaining. A rezoning request for 2928 Palm Drive from R1-A to R-3 was denied 8-0. The council also scheduled a legislative roundtable for February 19 at 6 p.m. and entered executive session to discuss legal, real estate, and personnel matters.

• Approved Chevron Food Mart retail sales alcohol license (1337 Virginia Ave) 8-0
• Approved Whisk Atlanta consumption on premises alcohol license (3523 Camp Creek Pkwy) 8-0
• Denied rezoning at 2928 Palm Drive from R1-A to R-3 8-0
• Scheduled legislative roundtable for Feb 19 at 6 p.m. at City Hall
• Approved minutes from Jan 27, 2025 regular meeting
• Adopted council agenda
• Approved executive session minutes and settlement action regarding Osborne vs City of East Point

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council will vote on a series of consent agenda items, including emergency repairs to a storm line ($264,320) and a generator fence ($27,717), several fire department equipment contracts, and numerous TSPLOST construction contracts. The most sizable item is a $1,833,656 contract for the Janice Drive Intersection Improvement Project. Additional items include grant applications, a resolution on election qualifying fees, and elections for mayor‑pro‑tem and committee appointments.

• Emergency storm line repair contract up to $264,320 (Water and Sewer)
• Generator enclosure fence contract up to $27,717 (Water and Sewer)
• Fire Station #5 renovation contract up to $750,343 (ARPA funding)
• Janice Drive Intersection Improvement Project contract $1,833,656 (TSPLOST funded)
• Resolution to set qualifying fees for the November 4 2025 election

The East Point City Council approved a 21-item consent agenda, including multiple construction contracts funded by TSPLOST, the largest being a $1,833,656 intersection improvement project on Janice Drive. The council also approved emergency water and sewer repairs, fire department equipment purchases, and several board appointments. Councilmember Tremayne Mitchell was elected Mayor Pro Tem for 2025, and Councilmember T. Starr Cummings was elected Provisional Mayor Pro Tem.

• Approved $1,833,656 Janice Drive intersection improvement contract (7-0)
• Approved $291,566 Sylvan Road South sidewalk project (7-0)
• Approved $264,320 emergency storm line replacement (7-0)
• Approved $750,343 Fire Station #5 renovation (7-0)
• Approved $85,000 for firefighters' specialized uniforms (7-0)
• Elected Tremayne Mitchell as Mayor Pro Tem (5-2)
• Elected T. Starr Cummings as Provisional Mayor Pro Tem (4-1-1)
• Appointed Mary Covert, Lisa Henderson, Franklin Smith, Wayne Watson to boards

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider a consent agenda that includes emergency water‑system repairs, fire‑department equipment purchases, and several TSPLOST‑funded road and sidewalk projects, notably a $1,833,656 Janice Drive intersection improvement. Council members will also discuss a $120,000 CDBG grant for Water & Sewer Phase I, elect a mayor pro tem, and appoint budget and human‑resources committee members. All items are presented for council approval during the regular meeting.

• Emergency storm line replacement up to $264,320 (Water and Sewer)
• Emergency generator enclosure up to $27,717 (Water and Sewer)
• Renovation of Fire Station #5 up to $750,343 (Fire Department, ARPA funded)
• Janice Drive Intersection Improvement Project contract $1,833,656 (Public Works, TSPLOST funded)
• Discussion of CDBG 2024 Water & Sewer Phase I grant $120,000 (Finance)

The East Point City Council approved a 21-item consent agenda covering water, fire, public works, and parks projects, and elected Councilmember Tremayne Mitchell as Mayor Pro Tem for 2025. The council also made several board appointments and approved a $120,000 CDBG grant for water line upgrades. All votes were 7-0 with the mayor abstaining and Councilmember Butler absent.

• Approved consent agenda items #2-22 (7-0)
• Elected Tremayne Mitchell as Mayor Pro Tem (5-2)
• Elected T. Starr Cummings as Provisional Mayor Pro Tem (4-1-1)
• Appointed Mary Covert to Downtown Architectural Overlay Review Board
• Appointed Lisa Henderson to Civil Service Board of Appeals
• Appointed Franklin Smith to Parks and Recreations Advisory Commission
• Appointed Wayne Watson to Planning and Zoning Commission
• Approved CDBG 2024 Water & Sewer Phase I grant of $120,000 (7-0)

City Council - Work Session

The East Point City Council work session will discuss and possibly approve several TSPLOST‑funded construction contracts, including a $1,833,656 Janice Drive Intersection Improvement Project. Council members will also review change orders, grant applications, emergency repairs, and upcoming rezoning and permit requests. Additional presentations will cover the Economic Development Strategy update and a water distribution excellence award.

• Construction contract EP 2025‑1876: Janice Drive Intersection Improvement Project – $1,833,656 (TSPLOST funded)
• Construction contract EP 2025‑1874: Sylvan Road South Sidewalk – $291,566 (TSPLOST funded)
• Construction contract EP 2025‑1872: Spencer Ave & Randall St curb ramp correction – $190,896.75 (TSPLOST funded)
• Emergency generator fence repair – up to $27,717 (City emergency procurement)
• Rezoning request P2024RZ‑006‑08 for 2928 Palm Drive from R1‑A to R‑3 (public hearing held Nov 18 2024)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The East Point City Council will receive a presentation on Georgia House Bill 581, which introduces a statewide floating homestead exemption and procedural property tax changes. The council must decide by March 1, 2025, whether to opt out of the new exemption.

• Introduction of GRPA 10U State Girls Flag Football Champions
• Presentation on HB 581 Property Tax and Sales Tax
• Facade Grant Funding Distribution
• Approval of City Council minutes from Dec 16, 2024
• Public hearing on agenda items

The council approved a $600,000 facade grant distribution plan, allocating $180,000 to the downtown district and $105,000 to each ward (option two), with a 5-2 vote. They also approved the annual resolution designating the South Fulton Neighbor as the city's official legal organ. During executive session, the council voted 5-2 to proceed with hiring a new city manager, with two councilmembers opposed.

• Approved $600K facade grant distribution: $180K downtown, $105K per ward (5-2)
• Approved resolution naming South Fulton Neighbor as city's legal organ (7-0)
• Approved motion to proceed with new city manager hire (5-2)
• Approved motion to proceed in litigation N'tea Morris and Dana Star Morris vs City
• Approved executive session minutes
• Approved minutes from Dec 16, 2024 meeting
• Approved use of Council Chambers for memorial service for former Mayor Joe Macon