Roswell public meetings in 2024

Mayor and Council - Special Called Meeting

The Roswell Mayor and Council will hold a special called meeting on Dec. 18, 2024. The agenda consists of a City Attorney’s Report that includes a recommendation to close the meeting in order to discuss real estate matters. No other items are listed for decision or discussion.

• City Attorney’s Report – recommendation to close the meeting to discuss real estate

The Roswell Mayor and Council held a special called meeting on December 18, 2024, and took one substantive action: approving a recommendation to enter a closed session to discuss real estate. The motion passed unanimously with four members in favor and two excused. No other decisions were made, and the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Approved motion to close meeting for real estate discussion (unanimous, 4-0, 2 excused)

Design Review Board - Special Called Meeting

The Design Review Board will hear an initial application for an 89‑unit townhome development at 1200 Old Alabama Road, known as Riverwalk II. Staff recommends the board consider a variance to reduce ground‑floor transparency to 15% and require mayor‑council approval for any retaining wall over 6 feet. The board will also consider a playground addition and repaving at 9212 Nesbit Ferry Road and approve the October 1, 2024 DRB minutes.

• Riverwalk II – 89‑unit townhome project, 1200 Old Alabama Road (initial hearing, transparency variance, retaining‑wall approval)
• Playground addition and parking‑lot repaving at 9212 Nesbit Ferry Road
• Approval of October 1, 2024 Design Review Board minutes
• Possible quorum of Mayor and City Council for the meeting

The Roswell Design Review Board held a special called meeting on December 18, 2024, and approved a playground addition and parking lot repaving at 9212 Nesbit Ferry Road, with a condition that all department comments be addressed at the permit stage. The board also heard an initial presentation for 1200 Old Alabama Road (Riverwalk II) with no vote needed, and approved the October 1, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Approved playground addition/parking lot repaving at 9212 Nesbit Ferry Road with conditions (unanimous)
• Heard initial for 1200 Old Alabama Road - Riverwalk II, no vote needed
• Approved October 1, 2024 DRB minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Design Review Board will hold a public hearing on the Riverwalk II project, an 89‑unit townhome development at 1200 Old Alabama Road. Staff recommends hearing the item as an initial review and notes conditions such as a 5% transparency variance and mayor‑council approval for retaining walls over 6 feet. The board will also consider a playground addition and parking‑lot repaving at 9212 Nesbit Ferry Road.

• Riverwalk II – 89‑unit townhome development at 1200 Old Alabama Road (initial review)
• Request for 5% reduction in ground‑floor transparency requirements
• Retaining walls taller than 6 feet must be approved by Mayor and City Council
• Provision of 382 parking spaces, 182 more than the required minimum
• Playground addition and parking‑lot repaving at 9212 Nesbit Ferry Road

The Roswell Design Review Board held a special called meeting on December 18, 2024. They approved a playground addition and parking lot repaving at 9212 Nesbit Ferry Road with conditions, and approved the October 1, 2024 minutes. An initial review of 1200 Old Alabama Road (Riverwalk II) was heard with no vote needed.

• Approved playground addition and parking lot repaving at 9212 Nesbit Ferry Road with condition to address department comments at permit stage (unanimous)
• Approved October 1, 2024 DRB minutes (unanimous)
• Heard 1200 Old Alabama Road Riverwalk II as initial, no vote needed

Committees of Council - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Committees of Council will vote on setting qualifying fees for the November 4, 2025 municipal election and approve a construction contract for the Big Creek Parkway Phase 1 TSPLOST project.

• Set qualifying fees for 2025 election: Mayor $1,200, Councilmember $540
• Approve construction contract for Big Creek Parkway Phase 1 TSPLOST
• Accept FY2025 Road Resurfacing List with $3,000,000 budget
• Approval of Committee Meeting Minutes from November 26, 2024

The committees unanimously approved moving three items to the Mayor and Council: setting qualifying fees for the November 4, 2025 municipal election, approving a construction contract for the Big Creek Parkway Phase 1 TSPLOST project, and accepting the FY2025 Road Resurfacing List. The meeting was procedural, with no substantive decisions final; all items are scheduled for the January 13, 2025 Mayor and Council meeting.

• Approved resolution to set qualifying fees for Nov 4, 2025 municipal election (unanimous, moved to Mayor and Council)
• Approved construction contract for Big Creek Parkway Phase 1 TSPLOST project (unanimous, moved to Mayor and Council)
• Approved FY2025 Road Resurfacing List (unanimous, moved to Mayor and Council)
• Approved minutes of November 26, 2024 committee meeting (unanimous)

Mayor and Council - Work Session

The Roswell Mayor and Council will review a fire response analysis presentation and discuss proposed fee structures for the Fire, Community Development, and Environmental/Public Works departments. They will also hold a discussion on the Parking Plan Analysis. No formal decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• Fire Response Analysis presentation
• Proposed Fire Department fees
• Proposed Community Development Department fees
• Proposed Environmental/Public Works Department fees
• Parking Plan Analysis discussion

The Roswell Mayor and Council held a work session where staff presented on fire response analysis, proposed fees for Fire, Community Development, and Environmental/Public Works departments, and a parking plan analysis. All items were presented for discussion only; no formal votes or decisions were taken.

• Fire Response Analysis presentation received
• Proposed Fire Department fees presented
• Proposed Community Development Department fees presented
• Proposed Environmental/Public Works Department fees presented
• Parking Plan Analysis discussion held

Mayor and Council - Regular Meeting

The Roswell City Council will adopt the FY 2025 budget of $197,025,114 and adjust fees for the fiscal year. A $1,014,741.66 Local Maintenance & Improvement Grant will be accepted and funded. The council will also approve a contract with Temple, Inc. for traffic preemption up to $733,535.20 and a task order to Hussey Gay Bell for Fire Station #27 design up to $540,198. Additional items include a conditional use for a massage establishment at 875 Mansell Road and a road resurfacing agreement for Ebenezer Road.

• Approval of FY 2025 Budget – $197,025,114 (Second Reading)
• Resolution adjusting FY 2025 fees
• LMIG grant acceptance – $1,014,741.66
• Contract with Temple, Inc. for traffic preemption – up to $733,535.20
• Task Order to Hussey Gay Bell for Fire Station #27 design – up to $540,198

The Roswell Mayor and Council unanimously approved the FY 2025 budget of $197,025,114 on second reading, with a $600,000 reduction in Economic Development and a corresponding increase in Operating Contingency. They also approved several resolutions, including a letter of intent for a Hill Street development project (5-1), a property purchase at 1080 Holcomb Bridge Road, and contracts for traffic preemption and Fire Station #27 design. A cell tower application at 11675 Wills Road was deferred to a future meeting at the applicant's request.

• Approved FY 2025 budget of $197,025,114 with $600K shift from Economic Development to Operating Contingency (unanimous)
• Approved Letter of Intent for Hill Street development project (5-1, Hills opposed)
• Approved resolution for city-owned property at Bowen Road and Highway 92 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 1080 Holcomb Bridge Road with Master Lease and Management Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved $733,535.20 contract with Temple, Inc. for traffic preemption (unanimous)
• Approved $540,198 task order to Hussey Gay Bell for Fire Station #27 design (unanimous)
• Deferred cell tower application at 11675 Wills Road to future meeting (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including amicus brief in Chang v. City of Milton, HUD Section 108 loan application, and LMIG grant acceptance (unanimous)

Alcoholic Beverage License Board - Public Hearing

The Alcoholic Beverage License Board will hold a public hearing to review applications for new and existing liquor, beer, and wine licenses, including full pouring, limited pouring, and package permits, some with Sunday sales. The board will also approve the minutes from the previous meeting and consider renewals for 2025. Several establishments such as I Taquero Mucho, Eggs Up Grill, Chicken Bee, and others are listed for new or transferred licenses.

• New full pouring liquor, beer and wine license with Sunday sales for I Taquero Mucho LLC, 12050 Etris Road, Suite E100
• Existing business new owner for limited pouring beer and wine with Sunday sales: Eggs Up Grill, 270 Rucker Road
• New limited pouring beer and wine license with Sunday sales for Chicken Bee, 11255 Woodstock Road, Suite 500
• New full pouring liquor, beer and wine license with Sunday sales for Chef Wu, 1570 Holcomb Bridge Road, Suite 810
• Approval of renewals for 2025

The Alcoholic Beverage License Board held a public hearing on December 5, 2024, to consider the renewal of alcoholic beverage licenses for 2025. The minutes list numerous establishments seeking renewal under various license types (full pouring, limited pouring, package, etc.). No individual decisions or votes are recorded in the minutes; the hearing appears to be a procedural step in the renewal process. Two establishments, Eggs Up Grill and Kroger #431, are noted as scheduled for a January 2 public hearing.

• Held public hearing on 2025 alcoholic beverage license renewals
• Scheduled Eggs Up Grill for Jan. 2 public hearing
• Scheduled Kroger #431 for Jan. 2 public hearing

Roswell Recreation Commission - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Recreation Commission work session will include a Fire Response Analysis presentation and discussion of proposed fee structures for the Fire Department, Community Development Department, and Environmental/Public Works Department. The meeting will also review a Parking Plan Analysis presented by Seer World LLC, outlining a comprehensive parking business model and financing strategy. The commission will consider these proposals but no final fee decisions are indicated.

• Fire Response Analysis presentation
• Proposed Fire Department fees
• Proposed Community Development Department fees
• Proposed Environmental/Public Works Department fees
• Parking Plan Analysis discussion (parking business model and bond strategy)

The Mayor and Council work session on December 9, 2024, consisted solely of presentations and discussions, with no formal votes or decisions taken. Items presented included a fire response analysis, proposed fees for the Fire, Community Development, and Environmental/Public Works departments, and a parking plan analysis. The meeting adjourned at 7:00 PM.

• Fire Response Analysis presentation received
• Proposed Fire Department fees presented
• Proposed Community Development Department fees presented
• Proposed Environmental/Public Works Department fees presented
• Parking Plan Analysis discussion held

Committees of Council - Regular Meeting

The Committees of Council will discuss expanding the North Fulton SWAT Team MOU to include the Johns Creek Police Department. Other agenda items include transportation grants and a legal brief regarding the City of Milton.

• Adding Johns Creek Police Department to North Fulton SWAT Team MOU to reduce Roswell's cost share from 48% to 33%
• Budget amendment of $1,014,741.66 to accept FY2025 Local Maintenance & Improvement Grant (LMIG) funding
• Intergovernmental Agreement with the City of Milton to resurface Ebenezer Road
• Participation in an amicus brief for the Chang v. City of Milton appeal

The Roswell Committees of Council unanimously approved moving four items to the Mayor and Council for final action: adding Johns Creek Police to the North Fulton SWAT Team MOU, submitting an FY2025 LMIG project list and accepting $1,014,741.66 in grant funding, authorizing an intergovernmental agreement with Milton to resurface Ebenezer Road, and authorizing participation in an amicus brief in Chang v. City of Milton. The committees also unanimously approved the November 12 and November 18, 2024 meeting minutes. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved moving SWAT Team MOU with Johns Creek to Mayor and Council (unanimous)
• Approved moving LMIG FY2025 project list and $1,014,741.66 grant acceptance to Mayor and Council (unanimous)
• Approved moving Ebenezer Road resurfacing intergovernmental agreement with Milton to Mayor and Council (unanimous)
• Approved moving amicus brief participation in Chang v. City of Milton to Mayor and Council (unanimous)
• Approved November 12, 2024 committee meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved November 18, 2024 special called committee meeting minutes (unanimous)

Mayor and Council - Special Called Meeting

The Alcoholic Beverage License Board will hold a public hearing to consider 13 applications for Sunday sales permits, including renewals for 2025. The items range from new liquor licenses for restaurants and grocery stores to transfers of ownership for existing establishments.

• Public hearing for I Taquero Mucho LLC (12050 Etris Road)
• Public hearing for Eggs Up Grill (270 Rucker Road)
• Public hearing for Chicken Bee (11255 Woodstock Road)
• Public hearing for Walgreens #5605 (695 W. Crossville Road)
• Approval of 2025 license renewals

The Mayor and Council held a special called meeting to review the 2025 alcoholic beverage license renewal listing. The list includes full pouring, limited pouring, package, and other license categories for businesses in Roswell. No formal votes or decisions were made during this meeting; the listing is scheduled for a public hearing on December 5, 2024, with some items deferred to January 2, 2025.

• Reviewed 2025 alcoholic beverage license renewal listing (no vote)
• Scheduled full pouring renewals for Dec. 5 public hearing
• Scheduled limited pouring renewals for Dec. 5 public hearing
• Scheduled package renewals for Dec. 5 public hearing
• Deferred Eggs Up Grill and Kroger #431 renewals to Jan. 2 public hearing

Mayor and Council - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Mayor and Council will vote on several major contracts, including a $805,059 agreement to build a radio tower and move equipment to the new 911 center. They will also consider stormwater construction funding, upgrades to the 911 phone and digital delivery systems, and a redevelopment plan establishing a Tax Allocation District. Additional items include a small‑tract variance request and a memorandum of understanding with the Georgia Department of Labor.

• Approve up to $244,748 task order with Chatfield Contracting for the Ramsdale Drive Stormwater Construction Project.
• Approve $805,059.72 contract for radio tower construction and relocation of equipment to the new 911 center (Budget Amendment 31532101-11-25-24).
• Approve $247,687.20 budget amendment to implement the Carbyne APEX 911 phone system in the new 911 center.
• Approve $21,336.48 budget amendment to upgrade to an ESInet digital IP Delivery System for 911 calls.
• Approve resolution to adopt the Roswell East‑West Connection Tax Allocation District and related redevelopment plan.

The Roswell Mayor and Council unanimously approved deferring the second reading of the FY 2025 budget ($197,025,114) and a related fee resolution to the December 9, 2024 regular meeting, and canceled the November 26 special called meeting to allow the new CFO time to review. The council also approved the consent agenda, a redevelopment plan for the Roswell East-West Connection TAD, and a resolution to close on property at 1028 Green Street. Two items were deferred: a small tract status application for 10901 Crabapple Road and the Hill Street Overlay text/map amendment.

• Deferred FY 2025 budget and fee resolution to Dec. 9, canceled Nov. 26 special meeting (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including stormwater contract, 911 center upgrades, and MOU with GA Dept. of Labor (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-11-40 adopting Roswell East-West Connection TAD redevelopment plan (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-11-41 authorizing closing on 1028 Green Street with environmental contingency (unanimous)
• Deferred small tract status for 10901 Crabapple Road to future meeting (unanimous)
• Deferred Hill Street Overlay text/map amendment to future hearing (unanimous)

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Planning Commission will consider a preliminary plat for a six-lot subdivision at 155 Chaffin Road. The body will also discuss a text amendment for the Hill Street Overlay and review meeting minutes from August and January.

• Preliminary Plat for 6 lots at 155 Chaffin Road
• Text Amendment to Unified Development Code for Hill Street Overlay
• Withdrawn Text Amendment to Unified Development Code
• Review of August 20, 2024 Meeting Minutes
• Review of January 26, 2024 Special Called Meeting Minutes

The Roswell Planning Commission approved a preliminary plat for properties at 155-195 Chaffin Road with conditions, and renewed the Kennedy Cove preliminary plat at 9520 Scott Road unanimously. A text amendment to the Unified Development Code was withdrawn administratively, while the Hill Street Overlay text and map amendment was recommended for approval with changes. The 2025 meeting calendar was approved with no December meeting, and minutes from prior meetings were approved.

• Approved preliminary plat for 155-195 Chaffin Road with conditions (5-0)
• Approved Kennedy Cove preliminary plat renewal at 9520 Scott Road (unanimous)
• Withdrawn text amendment to UDC Sections 10.3.27 and 10.3.32
• Recommended approval of Hill Street Overlay text and map amendment with changes (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 meeting calendar with no December meeting (unanimous)
• Approved August 20, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved January 26, 2024 special called meeting minutes (unanimous)

Committees of Council - Special Called Meeting

The Roswell City Council will vote on a resolution that imposes a temporary 90‑day moratorium on all murals in the city. The moratorium is intended to maintain the status quo until the Unified Development Code is amended to provide appropriate mural regulations. Council members cited concerns that murals may affect aesthetic beauty, economic development, and public safety. No financial impact is associated with the resolution.

• Resolution adopting a 90‑day temporary moratorium on all city murals
• Proposed amendment of the Unified Development Code to regulate murals

The committee voted to move a resolution for a temporary moratorium on murals in the City of Roswell to the Mayor and Council. The measure will be considered by the full council on November 25, 2024.

• Approved moving mural moratorium resolution to Mayor and Council (5-2)

Mayor and Council - Special Called Meeting

The Mayor and City Council will consider the first reading of the City of Roswell’s Fiscal Year 2025 budget. The ordinance proposes a total budget of $197,025,114, allocating funds across general, capital, and enterprise accounts. Council members will vote on the motion to approve the first reading of the budget.

• Adoption of $104,450,441 General Fund budget
• Allocation of $6,806,640 to Capital Projects
• Approval of $3,720,697 for the E‑911 Fund
• Estimated millage rate of 4.949 mills (4.049 general, 0.900 bonded)
• Re‑appropriation of up to $250,000 for General Fund fuel and utility contingency

The Roswell Mayor and Council approved the first reading of the City's FY 2025 budget, totaling $197,025,114. A second reading and final vote are scheduled for November 26, 2024.

• Approved FY 2025 budget of $197,025,114 on first reading (4-1)

Planning Commission - Work Session

The Roswell Planning Commission will discuss two preliminary plats for Chaffin Road and Scott Road, a withdrawn text amendment to the Unified Development Code, and a text and map amendment for the Hill Street Overlay. The commission will also adopt the 2025 meeting calendar. All items are for discussion in the work session.

• Preliminary Plat for 155, 165, 175, 185, 195 Chaffin Road (Item 1)
• Preliminary Plat for 9520 Scott Road – Kennedy Cove (Item 2)
• Withdrawal of Text Amendment to the Unified Development Code – Sections 10.3.27 and 10.3.32 (Item 3)
• Text and Map Amendment to the Unified Development Code for the Hill Street Overlay (Item 4)
• Adoption of the 2025 Meeting Calendar (Item 5)

The Roswell Planning Commission held a work session on November 18, 2024, to discuss preliminary plats, Unified Development Code text amendments, an overlay district amendment, and the 2025 meeting calendar. Because this was a work session, no substantive votes or final decisions were recorded on any agenda items.

• Discussed preliminary plat for 155, 165, 175, 185, 195 Chaffin Road (No vote)
• Discussed Kennedy Cove preliminary plat renewal at 9520 Scott Road (No vote)
• Noted administrative withdrawal of Unified Development Code text amendment Sections 10.3.27 and 10.3.32
• Discussed text and map amendment for the Hill Street Overlay (No vote)
• Discussed the 2025 Meeting Calendar (No vote)

Board of Zoning Appeals - Regular Meeting

The Board of Zoning Appeals will review a request to reduce rear and side setbacks for a residential addition. The board will also determine the 2025 meeting calendar and review previous minutes.

• BZA20244042: Request to reduce side setback from 15 to 7.5 feet and rear setback from 40 to 20 feet at 170 Derby Forest Ct.
• BZA20233982: Stream Buffer Variance for 10185 Shallowford Road (Requested Deferral to Jan. 14, 2025)
• Approval of BZA Minutes from July 9, 2024
• Establishment of the 2025 Meeting Calendar

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance at 170 Derby Forest Ct. reducing the side setback from 15 to 7.5 feet and the rear setback from 40 to 20 feet. A stream buffer variance for 10185 Shallowford Road was deferred to the January 14, 2025 meeting at the applicant's request. The board also approved the 2025 meeting calendar with modifications and the July 9, 2024 minutes.

• Approved setback variance at 170 Derby Forest Ct. (unanimous)
• Deferred stream buffer variance at 10185 Shallowford Rd. to 1/14/2025 (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 meeting calendar with modified months (unanimous)
• Approved July 9, 2024 BZA minutes (unanimous)

Mayor and Council - Special Called Meeting

The Mayor and City Council will present the City of Roswell's FY 2025 proposed budget, totalling $197,025,114. The budget is reported as balanced with no increase to the property tax millage rate. Highlights include road resurfacing, new equipment purchases, and additional staffing for fire and concrete crews. The first budget reading is scheduled for November 18.

• Total proposed budget $197,025,114
• Road resurfacing $4,000,000 (city $3,000,000, LMIG $1,000,000)
• Concrete equipment purchase $319,580 and parking improvements $470,848
• Adds 5 positions for a concrete and traffic‑calming crew
• No increase in the property‑tax millage rate

The Roswell Mayor and Council held a special called meeting to receive a presentation on the Mayor's FY 2025 Proposed Budget from City Administrator Randy Knighton and Budget Manager Lynn Williams. No formal decisions or votes were taken during the meeting.

• Presented Mayor's FY 2025 Proposed Budget

Historic Preservation Commission - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Historic Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing on a Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior renovations at 120 Bulloch Avenue. It will also discuss an appeal of an HPC minor for 77 Vickery Street, a withdrawn text amendment to the Unified Development Code, a text and map amendment for the Hill Street Overlay, and provide design guidance for the Taqueria Tsunami project at 982 Canton Street.

• HPC20244060 – Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior renovations at 120 Bulloch Avenue
• HPC20244393 – Appeal of an HPC Minor (20243870) for a farm fence at 77 Vickery Street
• Text amendment to the Unified Development Code, Article 10, Sections 10.3.27 and 10.3.32 (administratively withdrawn)
• Text and map amendment to the Unified Development Code for the Hill Street Overlay
• Work session guidance for 982 Canton Street – Taqueria Tsunami design compliance

The Roswell Historic Preservation Commission approved exterior renovations at 120 Bulloch Avenue with staff conditions, deferred an appeal regarding a farm fence at 77 Vickery Street to January 8, 2025, and approved the October 9, 2024 minutes. Two discussion items (a UDC text amendment and the Hill Street Overlay) were withdrawn or informational only, with no action taken.

• Approved exterior renovations at 120 Bulloch Avenue (unanimous)
• Deferred appeal of HPC Minor for farm fence at 77 Vickery Street to 1/8/2025 (unanimous)
• Approved October 9, 2024 HPC minutes (unanimous)
• UDC text amendment Section 10.3.27/10.3.32 administratively withdrawn
• Hill Street Overlay text/map amendment discussed, no action taken

Committees of Council - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Committees of Council will vote on several agenda items, including awarding a $244,748 stormwater construction task order to Chatfield Contracting for the Ramsdale Drive project. They will also consider a $805,059.72 contract to build a 150‑foot radio tower and relocate equipment to the new 911 Center. Additional items include funding the Carbyne APEX 911 phone system ($247,687.20), an ESInet digital IP delivery upgrade ($21,336.48), and a redevelopment plan for Tax Allocation District #1 (Roswell East‑West Connection TAD).

• Award Chatfield Contracting Inc. task order for Ramsdale Drive Stormwater Construction – up to $244,748
• Award contract to construct a 150‑foot radio tower and relocate equipment to new 911 Center – $805,059.72
• Implement Carbyne APEX 911 phone system in new 911 Center – $247,687.20
• Upgrade to ESInet digital IP delivery system for 911 calls – $21,336.48
• Consider redevelopment plan to establish Tax Allocation District #1 (Roswell East‑West Connection TAD)

The Roswell Council committees unanimously approved moving several items to the Mayor and Council for final action, including a stormwater construction contract, a radio tower and 911 center upgrades, and a redevelopment plan with a Tax Allocation District. The only direct approval was the October 29 committee minutes. All other items are scheduled for the November 25 Mayor and Council meeting.

• Approved October 29, 2024 committee minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $244,748 task order for Ramsdale Drive stormwater project (unanimous, moves to Mayor and Council)
• Approved $805,059.72 contract for radio tower and 911 center relocation (unanimous, moves to Mayor and Council)
• Approved $247,687.20 for Carbyne APEX 911 phone system (unanimous, moves to Mayor and Council)
• Approved $21,336.48 for ESInet digital IP delivery system (unanimous, moves to Mayor and Council)
• Approved MOU with Georgia Dept. of Labor for police UI records (unanimous, moves to Mayor and Council)
• Approved resolution for Roswell East-West Connection TAD redevelopment plan (unanimous, moves to Mayor and Council)

Mayor and Council - Regular Meeting

The Mayor and Council will read proclamations honoring a local Marine veteran and Veterans Day. The body also plans to appoint members to the Downtown and Roswell Development Authorities and approve several administrative and construction contracts.

• Reading of a proclamation for the 'Esteemed Veteran of Roswell' award
• Reading of a proclamation for Veterans Day
• Approval of Downtown Development Authority appointment
• Approval of Roswell Development Authority appointment
• Approval of contract for Hill Street Redevelopment

The Roswell Mayor and Council approved a $2,131,606.80 change order and budget amendment for the Historic Parks Comprehensive Plan, and awarded a contract for East Roswell Park and Dog Park renovations. Two Seer World LLC items for the Hill Street Redevelopment were approved 5-1, with Councilmember Beeson opposed. A request to defer the Old Riverside Road Metropolitan River Protection Act item was approved unanimously, and a mural moratorium resolution was deferred to a November 18 special meeting.

• Approved $2,131,606.80 change order and budget amendment for Historic Parks Comprehensive Plan (unanimous)
• Approved contract for East Roswell Park and East Roswell Dog Park renovations (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order to Seer World LLC Scope of Work #1 (5-1)
• Approved Scope of Work #5 under Seer World LLC agreement for Hill Street Redevelopment (5-1)
• Deferred Old Riverside Road Metropolitan River Protection Act item (unanimous)
• Deferred mural moratorium resolution to November 18 special meeting (unanimous)
• Approved DDA appointment of Dylan Delaune (unanimous)
• Approved RDA appointment of Jarrett Baggett (unanimous)

Mayor and Council - Workshop

The Mayor and Council will discuss several infrastructure and public safety upgrades, including equipment for a new 911 center and stormwater construction. The body will also consider a redevelopment plan for a new Tax Allocation District.

• Contract for a 150-foot radio tower and equipment relocation to the new 911 center for $805,059.72
• Implementation of Carbyne APEX 911 phone system for $247,687.20
• ESInet digital IP Delivery System upgrade for 911 calls for $21,336.48
• Task order with Chatfield Contracting Inc. for Ramsdale Drive Stormwater project not to exceed $244,748
• Redevelopment Plan to establish Tax Allocation District (TAD) #1 (Roswell East-West Connection TAD)

The Roswell Mayor and Council workshop approved seven items to move to the November 25 regular meeting, all unanimously. These include a stormwater construction contract, three 911 center upgrades, a police data-sharing MOU, and a redevelopment plan establishing a Tax Allocation District. No final decisions were made; all items are pending final council approval.

• Approved task order with Chatfield Contracting Inc. for Ramsdale Drive Stormwater Construction, up to $244,748 (unanimous)
• Approved radio tower construction and equipment relocation contract, $805,059.72 (unanimous)
• Approved Carbyne APEX 911 phone system implementation, $247,687.20 (unanimous)
• Approved ESInet digital IP delivery system upgrade for 911 calls, $21,336.48 (unanimous)
• Approved MOU with Georgia Department of Labor for police access to unemployment insurance records (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to adopt Roswell East-West Connection TAD redevelopment plan (unanimous)

Alcoholic Beverage License Board - Public Hearing

The Roswell Alcoholic Beverage License Board will hold a public hearing to review several new alcohol license applications. The agenda includes six applicants seeking limited pour, full pour, brewpub, and package licenses, all with Sunday sales. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Limited Pour – Beer and Wine – Sunday Sales – Sushi Hut – 915 Woodstock Road, Suite 130
• Full Pour – Liquor, Beer and Wine – Sunday Sales – GRANA (GR3 Restaurants, LLC) – 1035 Alpharetta Street, Suite 2000
• Brewpub – Package – Sunday Sales – Voodoo Brewing Co. – 1010 Mansell Road, Suite 180
• Limited Pour – Beer and Wine – Sunday Sales – Mashawi – 850 Mansell Road
• Package – Beer & Wine – Sunday Sales – LIDL #1420 – 690 Holcomb Bridge Road

The Roswell Alcoholic Beverage License Board unanimously approved all eight new license applications on the agenda, covering limited and full pouring, package sales, brewpub, and Sunday sales. The board also unanimously approved the minutes from its October 3, 2024 public hearing. All decisions were made without discussion or opposition.

• Approved minutes of Oct 3, 2024 public hearing (unanimous)
• Approved limited pouring license for Sushi Hut, 915 Woodstock Rd (unanimous)
• Approved full pouring license for Grana, 1035 Alpharetta St (unanimous)
• Approved brewpub license for Voodoo Brewing Co., 1010 Mansell Rd (unanimous)
• Approved limited pouring license for Mashawi, 850 Mansell Rd (unanimous)
• Approved package beer & wine license for Lidl #1420, 690 Holcomb Bridge Rd (unanimous)
• Approved package beer & wine license for Circle K #4721, 280 Rucker Rd (unanimous)
• Approved full pouring license for Horseshoe Bend Country Club, 2100 Steeplechase Ln (unanimous)

Design Review Board - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Recreation Commission work session on November 7, 2024 will address standard procedural items such as call to order, agenda items, information items, and adjournment. No specific projects, contracts, or policy decisions are listed on the agenda.

The Roswell Recreation Commission held a work session on November 7, 2024, that was purely procedural. The meeting was called to order and adjourned at 6:34 PM with no substantive decisions, approvals, or discussions recorded.

Roswell Recreation Commission - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Recreation Commission will vote to approve the 10.03.24 meeting minutes. It will share information about upcoming work session and regular meeting dates in December. The commission will also review the Capital Project List that outlines the status of numerous park and recreation projects.

• Approve 10.03.24 meeting minutes
• Upcoming work session scheduled for Dec 5, 2024 at 6:30 pm, Adult Recreation Center
• Regular commission meeting scheduled for Dec 5, 2024 immediately after the work session
• Review Capital Project List covering projects such as MS1 renovation, East Roswell Park dog park renovation, ACE Sand Park construction, and Liberty Square Park design
• Discuss status updates for multiple park and recreation projects

The Roswell Recreation Commission voted to cancel its December and January regular meetings, opting instead to meet in December for a tree-decorating event at Historic Town Square. The commission also unanimously approved the minutes from the October 3, 2024 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the rest of the meeting consisted of reports and informational items.

• Cancelled December and January regular meetings (unanimous)
• Approved October 3, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Roswell Recreation Commission - Work Session

The Roswell Recreation Commission held a work session on November 7, 2024. The agenda did not list any specific items for decision or discussion, indicating a routine meeting. The commission members and a possible quorum of the mayor and city council were noted. The meeting concluded with standard procedural items.

The Roswell Recreation Commission held a work session on November 7, 2024, with all members present. The meeting was called to order and adjourned at 6:34 PM with no substantive decisions, proposals, or discussions recorded.

Committees of Council - Regular Meeting

City committees are meeting to consider a modification to a $2,039,000 Section 108 loan application and various public works contracts. The body will also review agreements for the Hardscrabble Rd Multi-Use Trail and the Hill Street Redevelopment.

• Modification of collateral for a $2,039,000 HUD loan to 1355 Woodstock Road
• Task order for GradeCo, Inc. for Bowen Road at Hedgegate Court Stormwater project not to exceed $232,325
• Intergovernmental Agreement for the Hardscrabble Rd Multi-Use Trail project
• Scope of Work #5 with Seer World LLC for the Hill Street Redevelopment
• GMEBS Asset Transfer Agreement and Defined Benefit Plan restatement

The committees unanimously approved moving several items to the Mayor and Council, including a Section 108 loan modification, a trail agreement with Fulton County, a stormwater project contract, and pension plan changes. Two Seer World LLC items were approved to move with 6-1 votes, with Councilmember Sarah Beeson opposed. A quarterly report from Seer World was presented with no action.

• Approved minutes of Sept 24 and Oct 15 committee meetings (unanimous)
• Approved Section 108 loan application modification to move to Mayor and Council (unanimous)
• Approved IGA with Fulton County for Hardscrabble Rd Multi-Use Trail to move to Mayor and Council (unanimous)
• Approved $232,325 task order with GradeCo, Inc. for Bowen Road stormwater project to move to Mayor and Council (unanimous)
• Approved GMEBS asset transfer and pension plan documents to move to Mayor and Council (unanimous)
• Approved Defined Contribution Plan merger and Defined Benefit Plan restatement to move to Mayor and Council (unanimous)
• Approved Seer World SOW #1 change order to move to Mayor and Council (6-1, Beeson opposed)
• Approved Seer World SOW #5 for Hill Street Redevelopment to move to Mayor and Council (6-1, Beeson opposed)

Mayor and Council - Regular Meeting

The Mayor and Council will discuss the purchase of property at 1028 Green Street and the functional use of Church Circle. The meeting also includes the swearing-in of Roswell Fire Department staff and a veteran's award proclamation.

• Purchase and Sale Agreement for property at 1028 Green Street for $1,150,000.00
• Approval of the functional use of Church Circle
• Proclamation for the 'Esteemed Veteran of Roswell' Award to First Lieutenant Craig Smith
• Swearing in of new and promoted Roswell Fire Department staff
• Recommendation for closure to discuss personnel, litigation, and real estate

The Roswell Mayor and Council approved the purchase of property at 1028 Green Street for $1,150,000, authorized a functional use of Church Circle, and approved the consent agenda. The meeting also included a proclamation for the Esteemed Veteran of Roswell and swearing in of new fire department staff. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $1,150,000 purchase of 1028 Green Street (unanimous)
• Approved functional use of Church Circle (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including October 15, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved closure to discuss personnel, litigation, and real estate (unanimous)

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Planning Commission will consider several agenda items, including approving the functional use of Church Circle and authorizing a $1,150,000 purchase of property at 1028 Green Street. The meeting also includes a proclamation honoring First Lieutenant Craig Smith and the swearing‑in of new Roswell Fire Department staff. Routine approval of the October 15, 2024 Mayor and Council meeting minutes is also on the agenda.

• Approval of the functional use of Church Circle (Transportation Department)
• Resolution authorizing purchase of 1028 Green Street for $1,150,000 (City Attorney's Report)
• Reading of a proclamation honoring First Lieutenant Craig Smith as an Esteemed Veteran
• Swearing in of new and promoted staff for the Roswell Fire Department
• Approval of the October 15, 2024 Mayor and Council meeting minutes

The Roswell Mayor and Council approved a resolution authorizing the purchase of property at 1028 Green Street for $1,150,000.00. The consent agenda, including the October 15, 2024 meeting minutes, was approved unanimously. The functional use of Church Circle was also approved unanimously. The meeting included ceremonial items such as a proclamation and fire department staff swearing-in.

• Approved $1,150,000 purchase of 1028 Green Street property (unanimous)
• Approved functional use of Church Circle (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including October 15, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved closure to discuss personnel, litigation and real estate (unanimous)

Mayor and Council - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Mayor and Council will consider several approvals, including a $6 million budget amendment for the Pine Grove Road project, raising its total budget to $20.8 million. They will also vote on a contract to replace artificial turf at Roswell Area Park Multisport Field 1 for $720,340 and a Liberty Square Park contract for $238,790.50. Additional items include a second‑reading ordinance to adopt a 4.949 millage rate for Tax Year 2024 and a text amendment to the Unified Development Code for the Hill Street Overlay.

• Approve replacement artificial turf at Roswell Area Park Multisport Field 1 – contract with FieldTurf USA for $720,340, total budget $828,391
• Award Liberty Square Park contract to Columbia Engineering for $238,790.50, total budget $262,669.50
• Second reading approval of an ordinance to adopt a millage rate of 4.949 for Tax Year 2024
• Approve Pine Grove Road budget amendment increasing the project budget by $6 million to a total of $20.8 million
• Initiate text and map amendment to the Unified Development Code for the Hill Street Overlay

The Roswell Mayor and Council approved the 2024 millage rate of 4.949 on second reading, along with a consent agenda that included the 2025 meeting calendar, a Justice Assistance Grant application, and contracts for field turf replacement and Liberty Square Park. The final plat for the Colecrest Subdivision at 800 Willeo Road was also approved unanimously. Councilmember Sarah Beeson was excused from the meeting.

• Adopted millage rate of 4.949 for tax year 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including 2025 meeting calendar, JAG grant application, field turf replacement ($720,340 contract, $828,391 budget), and Liberty Square Park contract ($238,790.50, $262,669.50 budget) (unanimous)
• Approved final plat for Colecrest Subdivision at 800 Willeo Road (unanimous)

Committees of Council - Regular Meeting

The Roswell City Council will approve the September 10 minutes, consider a text amendment to the Unified Development Code that updates sign‑permit tables and crowns sign limits, and vote on changing the functional use of Church Circle to a two‑way segment and a multi‑use trail. No financial impact is noted for the transportation proposal.

• Approve Administration, Finance, Recreation & Parks Committee minutes from September 10, 2024
• Text amendment to Unified Development Code Article 10, Sections 10.3.27 and 10.3.32 (sign‑permit table updates and crown‑sign size limits)
• Approve functional use change of Church Circle: two‑way for ~100 ft near Jones Drive and a multi‑use trail for the remaining segment
• No financial impact for the Church Circle project; developer will fund required improvements
• Public Works reports no action items

At the October 15, 2024 committees meeting, members approved the September 10, 2024 Administration, Finance, Recreation and Parks minutes unanimously. The committee voted unanimously to initiate a text amendment to the Unified Development Code, Article 10, Sections 10.3.27 and 10.3.32, sending it to the Historic Preservation Commission and Planning Commission for review before a first reading at a future Mayor and Council meeting. The committee also unanimously approved moving the functional use of Church Circle to the Mayor and Council for its October 28, 2024 meeting. No other action items were recorded; the Public Works portion had none.

• Approved September 10, 2024 Administration, Finance, Recreation and Parks minutes (unanimous)
• Approved to initiate UDC text amendment, Article 10, Sections 10.3.27 and 10.3.32, for review by Historic Preservation and Planning Commissions (unanimous)
• Approved moving functional use of Church Circle to Mayor and Council on 10/28/2024 (unanimous)
• Public Works: no action items

Historic Preservation Commission - Regular Meeting

The Historic Preservation Commission will hold public hearings regarding certificates of appropriateness for two properties. The body will also discuss park improvements at 127 Bulloch Avenue and the 2025 meeting calendar.

• HPC20243077: Request for metal bollards or a 7-board horse fence at 1096 Alpharetta Street (staff recommends denial)
• HPC20244060: Request for exterior renovations at 120 Bulloch Avenue
• Discussion of park improvements at 127 Bulloch Avenue
• Approval of September 11, 2024 meeting minutes

The Roswell Historic Preservation Commission denied a Certificate of Appropriateness for 1096 Alpharetta Street unanimously and deferred a certificate for 120 Bulloch Avenue to the November 13, 2024 meeting. The commission also approved the 2025 meeting calendar contingent on the City Council's calendar and approved the September 11, 2024 minutes. A discussion on 127 Bulloch Avenue park improvements was informational only, with no votes taken.

• Denied Certificate of Appropriateness HPC20243077 for 1096 Alpharetta Street (unanimous)
• Deferred Certificate of Appropriateness HPC20244060 for 120 Bulloch Avenue to 11/13/2024 (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 HPC meeting calendar contingent on City Council calendar
• Approved HPC minutes from September 11, 2024 (unanimous)

Mayor and Council - Possible Quorum of Mayor & Council

The Roswell Mayor and Council will hear a presentation on the Historic Gateway Project from the City and GDOT. An open house for the project will be held at St. Andrew Catholic Church, 675 Riverside Road. No formal decisions are indicated on the agenda.

• Roswell and GDOT to present Historic Gateway Project update
• Open house for Historic Gateway Project at St. Andrew Catholic Church, 675 Riverside Road

Board of Zoning Appeals - Regular Meeting

The Historic Preservation Commission will hold public hearings to determine if proposed exterior changes at two properties meet historic guidelines. The commission will also discuss park improvements at 127 Bulloch Avenue and the 2025 meeting calendar.

• HPC20243077: Request for metal bollards or a 7-board horse fence at 1096 Alpharetta Street (staff recommends denial)
• HPC20244060: Request for exterior renovations at 120 Bulloch Avenue
• Discussion regarding park improvements at 127 Bulloch Avenue
• Approval of September 11, 2024 meeting minutes

The Roswell Historic Preservation Commission denied a Certificate of Appropriateness for 1096 Alpharetta Street and deferred a decision on 120 Bulloch Avenue to November 13, 2024. The commission also approved the September 11, 2024 minutes and the 2025 meeting calendar, contingent on the City Council's calendar. A discussion on park improvements at 127 Bulloch Avenue was informational only, with no votes taken.

• Denied Certificate of Appropriateness HPC20243077 for 1096 Alpharetta Street (unanimous)
• Deferred Certificate of Appropriateness HPC20244060 for 120 Bulloch Avenue to 11/13/2024 (unanimous)
• Approved September 11, 2024 HPC minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 HPC meeting calendar, contingent on City Council calendar confirmation

Mayor and Council - Special Called Meeting

The Mayor and Council are holding a public hearing to discuss the millage rate for tax year 2024. The proposed rate of 4.949 represents no change in the current rate.

• Public hearing on proposed millage rate of 4.949 (4.049 General Fund Maintenance and Operations and 0.900 Bonded Debt Service)

The Roswell Mayor and Council held a special called meeting on October 7, 2024, primarily to conduct a public hearing on the proposed millage rate of 4.949 for tax year 2024. No vote was taken on the millage rate during this meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 6:59 PM, and the minutes were approved on October 15, 2024.

• Held public hearing on millage rate of 4.949 for tax year 2024 (no vote needed)

Roswell Recreation Commission - Work Session

The commission will hold a work session to discuss the appointment of a Vice Chair for Friends of Roswell. Members will also receive updates on Booster Club bylaw changes and a presentation regarding Founders Park.

• Discussion on the appointment of Vice Chair within Friends of Roswell
• Informational update on Booster Club Bylaw Changes including affiliations with Friends of the Roswell Parks Inc
• Founders Park Presentation
• Youth Day Parade informational item

Roswell Recreation Commission - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Recreation Commission will consider and vote on the approval of the September 5, 2024 meeting minutes. The agenda also includes a Director’s Report and an informational update on the October 3, 2024 capital project list. Notices of upcoming work sessions and commission meetings in November are also provided.

• Approval of 09.05.24 Minutes (vote required)
• Capital Project List 10.03.24 – informational update on park and recreation projects
• Upcoming Roswell Recreation Commission Work Session – Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 6:30 pm, Adult Recreation Center
• Upcoming Roswell Recreation Commission Meeting – Thursday, November 7, 2024 immediately after the work session

The Roswell Recreation Commission met on October 3, 2024, and approved its September 5, 2024 minutes unanimously, with Chair David Smith absent. The rest of the meeting consisted of reports and information items: a Director's Report on an upcoming Mimosa Hall ribbon cutting, a Chair Report, and comments from Councilmember Hills about upcoming projects and the Founders Park groundbreaking. No substantive decisions beyond the minutes approval were recorded; the meeting adjourned at 7:33 PM.

• Approved 09.05.24 minutes (6-0, unanimous; Chair Smith absent)

Alcoholic Beverage License Board - Public Hearing

The Alcoholic Beverage License Board will hold a public hearing to consider applications for new alcoholic beverage licenses. The agenda includes a new license for Corella Spirits (wholesale liquor, beer, wine, Sunday sales), a change of ownership for Roswell Liquor Store, and new licenses for Sprouts Farmer’s Market and RaceTrac, each for beer and wine with Sunday sales. The board will also review minutes from prior meetings and address any new business.

• Corella Spirits, LLC – application for wholesale liquor, beer, wine, Sunday sales
• Roswell Liquor Store LLC – ownership change application for liquor, beer, wine, Sunday sales
• Sprouts Farmer’s Market (SF Market, LLC) – new license for beer and wine, Sunday sales
• RaceTrac Inc. – new license for beer and wine, Sunday sales at 11515 Alpharetta Hwy.

The Roswell Alcoholic Beverage License Board approved minutes from previous meetings and granted four alcoholic beverage licenses, including a new wholesaler license, a new owner package license, and two new licensee package licenses. All items passed unanimously.

• Approved minutes from the September 5, 2024 public hearing (3-0)
• Approved minutes from the September 13, 2024 special called public hearing (3-0)
• Approved wholesaler liquor, beer, wine, and Sunday sales license for Corella Spirits at 11080 Old Roswell Road, suite 203B (3-0)
• Approved existing business/new owner package liquor, beer, wine, and Sunday sales license for Roswell Liquor Store at 2300 Holcomb Bridge Road (3-0)
• Approved new licensee package beer, wine, and Sunday sales license for Sprouts Farmer’s Market at 10800 Alpharetta Hwy., Suite C410 (3-0)
• Approved new licensee package beer, wine, and Sunday sales license for RaceTrac #2598 at 11515 Alpharetta Hwy. (3-0)

Design Review Board - Regular Meeting

The Design Review Board will hold a public hearing for a final decision on a new 4-story multi-family building proposed by the Roswell Housing Authority. The project would replace a condemned building with 102 residences and associated amenities.

• Public hearing for 102-unit multi-family building at 199 Grove Way
• Proposed 4-story building footprint of 27,488 square feet
• Installation of a new 8½ foot sidewalk along Grove Way
• Removal of 9 specimen trees and replacement with 51 new trees
• Construction of a modular concrete retaining wall ranging from 10 to over 20 feet

The Design Review Board approved the Roswell Housing Authority's new multi-family building at 199 Grove Way with a condition that all staff comments be addressed at the permit stage. The board also approved the 2025 meeting calendar and the September 3, 2024 minutes. All votes were unanimous with one member absent.

• Approved 199 Grove Way multi-family building with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 DRB meeting calendar (unanimous)
• Approved September 3, 2024 DRB minutes (unanimous)

Mayor and Council - Open Forum

The Roswell Mayor and Council open forum will include Mayor Kurt Wilson reading a proclamation that names Sergeant First Class Kevin Green an Esteemed Veteran of Roswell. The City Attorney will present a recommendation to close the meeting to discuss personnel, litigation, and real estate matters. The agenda also contains a welcome, invocation, pledge of allegiance, and an open‑mic public comment period. No policy decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Reading of a proclamation honoring Sgt. Kevin Green as an Esteemed Veteran of Roswell
• City Attorney's recommendation to close the meeting to discuss personnel, litigation, and real estate

The Mayor and Council held an open forum on September 30, 2024, with all members present except Councilmember Morthland. The meeting included a proclamation honoring SFC Kevin Green, public comments, and a recommendation to close the meeting for personnel, litigation, and real estate discussions, which was not approved. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned at 7:40 PM.

• Proclamation read for 'Esteemed Veteran of Roswell' award to SFC Kevin Green
• Recommendation for closure to discuss personnel, litigation, and real estate not approved

Mayor and Council - Workshop

The council will hear a proclamation honoring United States Army Sergeant First Class Kevin Green as an Esteemed Veteran of Roswell. They will also consider the City Attorney’s recommendation to close the meeting to discuss personnel matters, ongoing litigation, and real‑estate issues. No decisions are recorded; the items are presented for discussion.

• Reading of a proclamation honoring Sergeant First Class Kevin Green as “Esteemed Veteran of Roswell.”
• Proclamation presented by Mayor Kurt M. Wilson.
• City Attorney David Davidson’s recommendation to close the meeting to discuss personnel matters.
• Recommendation to close the meeting to discuss litigation matters.
• Recommendation to close the meeting to discuss real‑estate matters.

The Roswell Mayor and Council held an Open Forum meeting on September 30, 2024. The primary action was the reading of a proclamation honoring Sergeant First Class Kevin Green as the 'Esteemed Veteran of Roswell.' The City Attorney recommended closing the meeting to discuss personnel, litigation, and real estate, but the Council did not grant this closure.

• Proclamation for 'Esteemed Veteran of Roswell' award read for Sgt. First Class Kevin Green
• Recommendation for closure to discuss personnel, litigation, and real estate: NO CLOSURE

Committees of Council - Com. Dev. and Transportation Regular Meeting

The committee will approve the minutes from the August 27 meeting. It will vote on the Pine Grove Road improvement concept, which seeks to raise the project budget to $20.8 million. The body will also consider contracts to replace artificial turf at Roswell Area Park Multisport Field 1 for $720,340 (total budget $828,391) and to award Liberty Square Park work to Columbia Engineering for $238,790.50 (total budget $262,669.50). A resolution to apply for the FY 2024 Justice Assistance Grant from the U.S. Department of Justice will be considered.

• Approve minutes of the Community Development and Transportation Committee – August 27, 2024
• Vote on Pine Grove Road Concept, requesting $6 million additional funding to bring total to $20.8 million
• Approve contract with FieldTurf USA for Roswell Area Park Multisport Field 1 artificial turf, $720,340 (budget $828,391)
• Award Liberty Square Park contract to Columbia Engineering, $238,790.50 (budget $262,669.50)
• Consider resolution to apply for the FY 2024 Justice Assistance Grant from the U.S. Department of Justice

The Community Development and Transportation Committee unanimously approved moving the Pine Grove Road concept to Mayor and Council, and also advanced the 2025 meeting calendar, a $720,340 artificial turf replacement at Roswell Area Park, a $238,790.50 Liberty Square Park contract, and a Justice Assistance Grant application. All items will be considered by Mayor and Council on October 15, 2024.

• Approved Pine Grove Road Concept to move to Mayor and Council (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 meeting calendar changes, including moving Memorial Day and Columbus Day meetings (unanimous)
• Approved $720,340 artificial turf replacement at Roswell Area Park Multisport Field 1 (6-0, Wilson not present)
• Approved $238,790.50 Liberty Square Park contract with Columbia Engineering (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to apply for FFY 2024 Justice Assistance Grant (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of August 27, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

Mayor and Council - Regular Meeting

The Mayor and Council will discuss a 2024 millage rate and a contract for historic parks improvements. The body is also considering several amendments to the City Code regarding animal control and park activities.

• Adoption of a 4.949 millage rate for Tax Year 2024
• CMAR services for Historic Parks Comprehensive Plan improvements to Reeves Young, Inc. (not to exceed $460,420 plus 4.5% of construction costs)
• Allocation of up to $3.0M in ARPA funds for park construction costs
• Code amendments regarding dog tethering and the prohibition of transient sales of dogs, cats, and domestic rabbits
• Resolution for the expansion of the North Fulton Community Improvement District (NFCID)

The Roswell Mayor and Council approved several ordinances and resolutions, including a first reading of the 2024 millage rate of 4.949, a contract for Historic Parks improvements, and an expansion of the North Fulton Community Improvement District. All votes were unanimous except for one 5-1 vote on a parks ordinance. The meeting also included proclamations and a consent agenda approval.

• Approved 2024 millage rate of 4.949 on first reading (unanimous)
• Approved CMAR services for Historic Parks improvements to Reeves Young, Inc. up to $460,420 plus 4.5% of construction cost, with $3.0M ARPA-funded construction allocation (unanimous)
• Approved expansion of North Fulton Community Improvement District (unanimous)
• Approved dog tethering ordinance amendment (unanimous)
• Approved prohibition on transient sales of dogs, cats, and rabbits (unanimous)
• Approved parks activities amendment for Old Mill Park (5-1, Beeson opposed)
• Approved consent agenda including September 9, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved closed session for personnel, litigation, and real estate (unanimous)

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Planning Commission will consider several ordinance text amendments, including changes to animal control tethering rules, a prohibition on transient sales of dogs, cats and domestic rabbits, and activity restrictions in Old Mill Park. It will also adopt a millage rate of 4.949 for tax year 2024. A recommendation will be made to award CMAR services to Reeves Young, Inc. for up to $460,420 plus 4.5% of construction costs and up to $3.0 million in ARPA‑funded construction costs. Additional items include a resolution for the North Fulton Community Improvement District expansion and a discussion on personnel, litigation, and real estate matters.

• Second Reading of text amendment to Chapter 8 Animal Control, Section 10.1 (tethering of dogs)
• Second Reading of text amendment adding Section 8.1.25 prohibiting transient sales of dogs, cats, and domestic rabbits
• Second Reading of text amendment to Section 14.2.4 (17) activities prohibited in Old Mill Park
• Second Reading of ordinance to adopt a millage rate of 4.949 for Tax Year 2024
• Recommendation to award CMAR services to Reeves Young, Inc. up to $460,420 plus 4.5% of construction cost and up to $3.0 M ARPA construction funding

The Roswell Mayor and Council approved several ordinances on second reading, including restrictions on dog tethering and a ban on transient sales of dogs, cats, and rabbits. They also approved a millage rate of 4.949 for tax year 2024 on first reading, and awarded a construction manager at risk contract for historic parks improvements. All votes were unanimous except the Old Mill Park activity prohibition, which passed 5-1 with Councilmember Beeson opposed.

• Approved dog tethering ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved ban on transient sales of dogs, cats, rabbits (unanimous)
• Approved Old Mill Park activity prohibition (5-1, Beeson opposed)
• Approved millage rate 4.949 for 2024 on first reading (unanimous)
• Awarded CMAR services to Reeves Young, Inc. for historic parks, up to $460,420 plus 4.5% construction cost (unanimous)
• Approved NFCID expansion resolution (unanimous)
• Approved closed session for personnel, litigation, real estate (unanimous)

Mayor and Council - Possible Quorum of Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council members will hold a meet‑up with Roswell neighborhoods and homeowners associations. The gathering is scheduled for Friday, September 13, 2024, from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM at Roswell River Landing, 245 Azalea Drive. No formal decisions are indicated; the session appears to be for discussion and community outreach.

• Mayor’s Meet‑Up with Roswell Neighborhoods and Homeowners Associations – Roswell River Landing, 245 Azalea Drive

Alcoholic Beverage License Board - Special Called Public Hearing

The Roswell Alcoholic Beverage License Board will hold a public hearing on a request for a full pouring license, including liquor, beer, wine, and Sunday sales, for Rodgers Catering & Events LLC. The request had been deferred at the September 5, 2024 hearing. The board will decide whether to grant the license at this meeting.

• Full pouring license request (liquor, beer, wine, Sunday sales) for Rodgers Catering & Events LLC, 11510 Woodstock Road
• Item previously deferred at the September 5, 2024 public hearing

The Alcoholic Beverage License Board unanimously approved a full pouring liquor, beer and wine license with Sunday sales for Christopher L. Rodgers / Rodgers Catering & Events LLC at 11510 Woodstock Road, Roswell. The item had been deferred from the September 5, 2024 public hearing. The motion was made by Lacy Smith-Castillo and seconded by Jackie Deibel, with all three board members voting in favor.

• Approved full pouring liquor, beer and wine license with Sunday sales for Rodgers Catering & Events LLC (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission - Regular Meeting

The Historic Preservation Commission will discuss direction and guidance on adhering to the HPC design guidelines for the upcoming project at 982 Canton Street. The commission will also consider and approve the minutes from the August 14, 2024 HPC meeting. No other decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of design‑guideline adherence for 982 Canton Street
• Approval of August 14, 2024 Historic Preservation Commission minutes

The Roswell Historic Preservation Commission held a regular meeting on September 11, 2024. The only formal decision was unanimous approval of the August 14, 2024 meeting minutes. The commission also held a courtesy review of a project at 982 Canton Street to discuss adherence to design guidelines, but no motions or votes were made on this item.

• Approved August 14, 2024 HPC minutes (unanimous)

Committees of Council - Admin. and Fin. and Rec. and Parks Regular Meeting

The Administration, Finance, Recreation and Parks Committee will consider awarding the design contract for Liberty Square Park to Columbia Engineering. The contract amount is $238,790.50 with a total budget authorization of up to $262,669.50, funded by a grant. The committee will also approve the minutes from the August 13, 2024 meeting.

• Approve minutes of the Administration, Finance, Recreation and Parks Committee meeting on August 13, 2024
• Approve minutes of the Public Safety and Public Works Committee meeting on August 13, 2024
• Consider awarding the Liberty Square Park design contract to Columbia Engineering for $238,790.50 (budget authorization up to $262,669.50)

The committee approved minutes from two August 13 meetings and deferred a contract award for Liberty Square Park to Columbia Engineering ($238,790.50, with $262,669.50 total budget authorization) to the next committee meeting on September 24, 2024. No other substantive decisions were made; administration and finance items were listed as no action items.

• Approved minutes of Aug. 13 Administration, Finance, Recreation and Parks Committee meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of Aug. 13 Public Safety and Public Works Committee meeting (unanimous)
• Deferred Liberty Square Park contract with Columbia Engineering ($238,790.50) to Sept. 24 committee meeting (unanimous)

Roswell Public Facilities Authority (PFA) - Regular

The Roswell Public Facilities Authority is meeting to conduct a single piece of business. The body will vote to elect a Chairman for the Authority.

• Election of Chairman of the Public Facilities Authority

The Roswell Public Facilities Authority held a brief regular meeting on September 10, 2024, and took one substantive action: electing a chairman. Councilmember Allen Sells was nominated by Councilmember G. Lee Hills and unanimously approved as Chairman of the Public Facilities Authority. No other business was conducted.

• Elected Allen Sells as Chairman of the Public Facilities Authority (unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Historic Preservation Commission will review direction and guidance on adherence to the HPC design guidelines for the upcoming project at 982 Canton Street. The commission will also consider and approve the minutes from its August 14, 2024 meeting.

• Discussion: 982 Canton Street – guidance on complying with HPC design guidelines
• Approval of August 14, 2024 Historic Preservation Commission minutes

The Historic Preservation Commission held a regular meeting on September 11, 2024. Members approved the minutes from the August 14, 2024, meeting and held a courtesy review for a project at 982 Canton Street.

• Approved August 14, 2024, meeting minutes (5-0)
• Conducted courtesy review for 982 Canton Street with no formal action taken

Mayor and Council - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Mayor and Council will consider several ordinance amendments, including changes to animal control and park use. They will review multiple conditional use applications for properties on Woodstock Road. The council will also vote on a contract to spend up to $25,000 for right‑of‑way acquisition for Phase 1 of the Woodstock Road Multi‑use Trail TSPLOST project. Finally, the August 26 meeting minutes will be approved.

• Approve right‑of‑way acquisition services for the Woodstock Road Multi‑use Trail Phase 1 TSPLOST project, not to exceed $25,000
• First reading of a text amendment to Chapter 8 Animal Control, Section 10.1 on tethering of dogs
• First reading of a text amendment adding Section 8.1.25 prohibiting transient sales of dogs, cats, and domestic rabbits
• Conditional Use request for 870 Woodstock Road to rent construction and landscaping equipment and a variance reducing the type D buffer requirement
• Conditional Use request for 11510 Woodstock Road for an indoor recreation and special‑events facility

The Roswell Mayor and Council approved several ordinances on first reading, including new regulations for dog tethering, a prohibition on transient sales of pets, and restrictions on trail usage in Old Mill Park. Additionally, the Council approved multiple conditional use and variance requests for local properties, including equipment rental and recreation facilities. The meeting also included the approval of right-of-way acquisition services for the Woodstock Road Multi-use Trail project.

• Approved August 26, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved $25,000 for Woodstock Road trail right-of-way services (6-0)
• Approved first reading of dog tethering ordinance (6-0)
• Approved first reading of transient pet sales prohibition (6-0)
• Approved first reading of Old Mill Park trail restrictions (5-1)
• Approved conditional use/variance for 870 Woodstock Road (6-0)
• Approved Metropolitan River Protection Act request for 330 Brown Drive (6-0)
• Approved conditional use for 11510 Woodstock Road with conditions (5-1)

Alcoholic Beverage License Board - Public Hearing

The Alcoholic Beverage License Board will hold a public hearing to review applications for full‑pour liquor, beer and wine licenses that include Sunday sales. The applications are from Rodgers Catering & Events LLC ("Recess in Roswell") at 11510 Woodstock Road and from NFHS Roswell LLC ("Roswell Junction") at 340 Atlanta Street. The board will discuss and may approve these new licenses.

• Public hearing on the August 1, 2024 Alcoholic Beverage License Board meeting
• Application for full‑pour liquor, beer & wine license with Sunday sales – Rodgers Catering & Events LLC ("Recess in Roswell"), 11510 Woodstock Road
• Application for full‑pour liquor, beer & wine license with Sunday sales – NFHS Roswell LLC ("Roswell Junction"), 340 Atlanta Street

The Alcoholic Beverage License Board approved a full pouring/liquor, beer and wine license with Sunday sales for Roswell Junction (NFHS Roswell LLC) at 340 Atlanta Street. A similar license request for Rodgers Catering & Events LLC at 11510 Woodstock Road was deferred with no date set. The board also unanimously approved the minutes from the August 1, 2024 public hearing.

• Approved full pouring/liquor, beer and wine/Sunday sales license for Roswell Junction (NFHS Roswell LLC) at 340 Atlanta Street (unanimous)
• Deferred full pouring/liquor, beer and wine/Sunday sales license for Rodgers Catering & Events LLC at 11510 Woodstock Road, date TBD (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of Aug 1, 2024 public hearing (unanimous)

Roswell Recreation Commission - Work Session

The Roswell Recreation Commission is meeting to consider a policy allowing members to simultaneously serve as officers for the 501(c)(3) Friends of Roswell Parks. The body will also discuss the 2024 Youth Day Parade Grand Marshal and booster club bylaws.

• Proposed policy for dual roles between Commission members and Friends of Roswell Parks
• Discussion of the 2024 Youth Day Parade Grand Marshal
• Progress update on Roswell Recreation, Parks, Historic & Cultural Affairs Booster Club Bylaws
• FY25 Budget Timeline update
• Informational update on Liberty Square Park

The Roswell Recreation Commission approved a policy addition allowing members to serve dual roles with Friends of the Roswell Parks. The commission also discussed the 2024 Youth Day Parade Grand Marshal and reviewed progress on the Booster Club bylaws, along with updates on the FY25 budget timeline and Liberty Square Park.

• Approved policy addition for Dual Roles for Recreation Commission Members for Friends of the Roswell Parks

Roswell Recreation Commission - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Recreation Commission will first approve the minutes from the August 1 meeting. It will then consider two approvals: a policy that allows commission members to serve in dual roles with Friends of the Roswell Parks, and the selection of the 2024 Youth Day Parade Grand Marshal. An informational capital project list will be presented, and upcoming meeting dates will be announced.

• Approve the policy addition of Dual Roles for Recreation Commission Members for Friends of the Roswell Parks (no financial impact).
• Approve the 2024 Youth Day Parade Grand Marshal.
• Approve the minutes from the 08.01.24 meeting.
• Present the Capital Project List for September 5, 2024.
• Announce upcoming Recreation Commission work session and regular meeting dates.

The Roswell Recreation Commission unanimously approved a policy addition allowing members to hold dual roles with Friends of the Roswell Parks, with edits. They also unanimously approved the 2024 Youth Day Parade Grand Marshal. The commission approved the August 1, 2024 minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; the rest of the meeting consisted of reports and information items.

• Approved 08.01.24 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved policy addition for Dual Roles for Recreation Commission Members for Friends of the Roswell Parks, with edits (unanimous)
• Approved 2024 Youth Day Parade Grand Marshal (unanimous)

Design Review Board - Regular Meeting

The Design Review Board is reviewing an initial application from the Roswell Housing Authority to build a 4-story multi-family building. The project would replace a condemned 40-unit building on a 2.97-acre site. The proposal includes 102 residences, a rooftop deck, and a new 8.5-foot sidewalk along Grove Way.

• Public hearing for a new 4-story, 102-unit multi-family building at 199 Grove Way
• Proposal to remove 9 specimen trees and replace them with 51 new trees
• Plan for 119 standard parking spaces and 5 accessible spaces
• Installation of a modular concrete retaining wall ranging from 10 to over 20 feet in height
• Approval of July 2, 2024 Design Review Board minutes

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the July 2, 2024, meeting. An initial review was conducted for a new Roswell Housing Authority multi-family building, but no action was taken.

• Approved July 2, 2024 DRB Minutes (Unanimous)
• No vote taken on 199 Grove Way Roswell Housing Authority multi-family building

Committees of Council - Com. Dev. and Transportation Regular Meeting

The Community Development and Transportation Committee will discuss right-of-way acquisitions for a multi-use trail and proposed changes to city ordinances regarding the tethering and sale of animals. The body will also hold discussions on millage rates and Old Mill Park.

• Right-of-way acquisition for Woodstock Road Multi-use Trail Phase 1 TSPLOST project not to exceed $25,000.00
• Text amendment to Section 8.1.10.1 regarding the tethering of dogs
• Proposed new Section 8.1.25 prohibiting transient sales of dogs, cats, and domestic rabbits
• Modification to the City's Draft Section 108 Loan Application
• Millage rate and Old Mill Park discussions

The Community Development and Transportation Committee unanimously approved moving several items to the Mayor and Council, including a text amendment on dog tethering, a new prohibition on transient sales of dogs, cats, and domestic rabbits, a right-of-way acquisition for the Woodstock Road Multi-use Trail, and a modification to the Section 108 Loan application. The committee also discussed the millage rate and approved an Old Mill Park item with a 6-1 vote. No community development action items were considered.

• Approved right-of-way acquisition services for Woodstock Road Multi-use Trail Phase 1, up to $25,000 (unanimous)
• Approved text amendment to Section 8.1.10.1 on dog tethering (unanimous)
• Approved new Section 8.1.25 prohibiting transient sales of dogs, cats, and domestic rabbits (unanimous)
• Approved modification to draft Section 108 Loan application and public comment period (unanimous)
• Discussed millage rate (no action)
• Approved Old Mill Park discussion item to move to Mayor and Council (6-1, Beeson opposed)

Mayor and Council - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Mayor and Council will consider a proclamation for Lieutenant Commander Greg Roecker, approve the appointment and oath of Joseph Cusack to the Roswell Development Authority, and vote on the consent agenda. They will also approve the purchase of two new police K‑9 dogs using the Confiscated Assets Fund, accept a FY25 Cultural Facilities Grant from the Georgia Council for the Arts, and review a conditional use request for a massage establishment at 885 Woodstock Road, Suite 300. Two text amendments to the Unified Development Code will be considered: one to Article 13, Section 13.4.3 (Second Reading) and another to Article 5, Section 5.2.1 (First Reading).

• Purchase of two new police K‑9 dogs (Police)
• Approval of FY25 Cultural Facilities Grant from Georgia Council for the Arts
• Conditional Use for Massage Establishment at 885 Woodstock Road, Suite 300
• Text Amendment to Unified Development Code Article 13, Section 13.4.3 (Second Reading)
• Text Amendment to Unified Development Code Article 5, Section 5.2.1 (First Reading)

The Roswell Mayor and Council approved a text amendment to the Unified Development Code (Article 13, Section 13.4.3, Letter E) on second reading, 5-1, with Councilmember Sarah Beeson opposed. A separate text amendment to the Downtown Historic Districts section was deferred with no date set. The consent agenda, including the retirement of K-9 Ivar and purchase of two new police K-9 dogs, was approved unanimously. The council also unanimously approved the appointment of Joseph Cusack to the Roswell Development Authority and went into closed session twice for personnel, litigation, and real estate matters.

• Approved UDC text amendment on second reading (5-1)
• Deferred UDC text amendment on Downtown Historic Districts (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including K-9 Ivar retirement and new K-9 purchases (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Joseph Cusack to Roswell Development Authority (unanimous)
• Approved motion to enter closed session for personnel (unanimous)
• Approved motion to enter closed session for personnel, litigation, and real estate (unanimous)

Roswell Public Facilities Authority (PFA) - Regular

The committee will vote on a blanket approval to perform right‑of‑way acquisition services for the Woodstock Road Multi‑use Trail Phase 1 TSPLOST project, limited to $25,000. It will also consider text amendments to the city code adding Section 8.1.10.1 on dog tethering and a new Section 8.1.25 prohibiting transient sales of dogs, cats, and domestic rabbits. Additional items include a modification to the draft Section 108 loan application, a discussion of the millage rate, and a discussion of Old Mill Park.

• Blanket approval for right‑of‑way acquisition for Woodstock Road Multi‑use Trail Phase 1 (up to $25,000)
• Text amendment to City Code Section 8.1.10.1 Tethering of Dogs
• Addition of Section 8.1.25 Prohibition on Transient Sales of Dogs, Cats, and Domestic Rabbits
• Modification to the City's Draft Section 108 Loan Application
• Millage Rate Discussion

The Community Development and Transportation Committee unanimously approved moving several items to Mayor and Council, including right-of-way services for the Woodstock Road Multi-use Trail Phase 1 (up to $25,000), a text amendment on dog tethering, a new ordinance prohibiting transient sales of dogs, cats, and rabbits, and a modification to the Section 108 Loan application. The Old Mill Park discussion was approved to move forward 6-1, with Councilmember Beeson opposed. The millage rate was discussed only, with no action.

• Approved right-of-way acquisition services for Woodstock Road Multi-use Trail Phase 1, up to $25,000 (unanimous)
• Approved text amendment to Section 8.1.10.1 on dog tethering (unanimous)
• Approved new Section 8.1.25 prohibiting transient sales of dogs, cats, and domestic rabbits (unanimous)
• Approved modification to draft Section 108 Loan Application and public comment period (unanimous)
• Approved Old Mill Park discussion to move to Mayor and Council (6-1, Beeson opposed)
• Discussed millage rate, no action taken

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Planning Commission will consider a conditional use permit for a special events facility at 11510 Woodstock Road. The applicant, Building Kidz School, proposes using the gym and playground for private events after daycare hours.

• Conditional use permit for special events facility at 11510 Woodstock Road
• Text amendment to Unified Development Code Article 5 Downtown Historic Districts
• Withdrawn site plan revision for 1293 Minhinette Drive
• Possible quorum of Mayor and City Council
• Review of July 16, 2024 Planning Commission minutes

The Roswell Planning Commission recommended approval with conditions for a conditional use permit at 11510 Woodstock Road for an indoor recreation with special events facility and outdoor recreation, with a 5-0 vote. They also unanimously recommended approval for a conditional use and variance at 870 Woodstock Road for outdoor rental of construction and landscaping equipment. A text amendment regarding Downtown Historic Districts was deferred, and a site plan revision at 1293 Minhinette Drive was withdrawn.

• Recommended approval with conditions for conditional use at 11510 Woodstock Road (5-0)
• Recommended approval with conditions for conditional use and variance at 870 Woodstock Road (unanimous)
• Deferred text amendment on UDC Article 5 Downtown Historic Districts (unanimous)
• Withdrawn site plan revision at 1293 Minhinette Drive
• Approved July 16, 2024 PC minutes (5-0)

Historic Preservation Commission - Regular Meeting

The Historic Preservation Commission will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for a new single-family home on a vacant lot. The body will also discuss a text amendment to the Unified Development Code regarding Downtown Historic Districts applicability.

• Public hearing for HPC20241987: construction of a 4-bedroom, 4.5-bath home at 69 Maple Street
• Discussion of text amendment to UDC Article 5, Downtown Historic Districts, Section 5.2.1

The Roswell Historic Preservation Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for 69 Maple Street (HPC20241987) unanimously, with one commissioner absent. The commission also discussed a proposed text amendment to the Unified Development Code regarding Downtown Historic Districts, but took no action. Minutes from the July 10, 2024 meeting were approved unanimously.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness HPC20241987 for 69 Maple Street (unanimous, 6-0, Sutton absent)
• Approved HPC minutes from July 10, 2024 (unanimous, 6-0, Sutton absent)
• Discussed UDC text amendment to Article 5, Section 5.2.1 (no vote taken)

Committees of Council - Admin. and Fin. and Rec. and Parks Regular Meeting

The Administration, Finance, Recreation and Parks Committee will first approve the minutes from its July 9, 2024 meeting. It will then consider applying for and accepting the FY25 Cultural Facilities Grant from the Georgia Council for the Arts, which seeks $25,000 in grant funds and a $25,000 city match to purchase a video projection system for the Roswell Cultural Arts Center Mainstage. The committee will vote on the grant application.

• Approve minutes of the July 9, 2024 Administration, Finance, Recreation & Parks Committee meeting
• Vote on applying for the FY25 Cultural Facilities Grant from the Georgia Council for the Arts
• Proposed grant request: $25,000 with a $25,000 city match for a $50,000 video projection package at the Roswell Cultural Arts Center Mainstage

The Administration, Finance, Recreation and Parks Committee unanimously approved moving forward with the FY25 Cultural Facilities Grant application from the Georgia Council for the Arts, sending it to Mayor and Council for final consideration on August 26, 2024. The committee also directed the City Administrator to consolidate all committee meetings into one meeting held twice a month at the same time and place, and to take necessary steps to amend the Code of Ordinances accordingly. The minutes from the July 9, 2024 meeting were approved unanimously.

• Approved minutes of July 9, 2024 committee meeting (unanimous)
• Approved FY25 Cultural Facilities Grant application to move to Mayor and Council (unanimous)
• Directed City Administrator to consolidate committee meetings into one meeting twice a month and amend Code of Ordinances

Committees of Council - Public Safety and Public Works Regular Meeting

The Roswell Public Safety and Public Works Committee will consider a $1 sales agreement to retire police dog Ivar and a $48,000 contract to purchase two new K-9 dogs from Valhall K-9.

• Retire police dog Ivar for $1.00
• Purchase two new K-9 dogs for $48,000
• Approve $614,565 contract for Maxwell Road waterline replacement
• Approve $92,000 loan for GEFA Lead and Service Line Program
• Approve minutes from July 9, 2024 meeting

The Public Safety and Public Works Committee unanimously approved moving forward two police K-9 items to the Mayor and Council. The first authorizes the City Administrator to sign a sales agreement to retire Canine Ivar to his handler for $1.00. The second approves the purchase of two new police K-9 dogs. Both items are scheduled for the August 26, 2024 Mayor and Council meeting.

• Approved minutes of July 9, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved to move to Mayor and Council: Sales agreement to retire Canine Ivar to handler for $1.00 (unanimous)
• Approved to move to Mayor and Council: Purchase of two new police K-9 dogs (unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals - Regular Meeting

The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to build a single-family home on a vacant lot. The body will also discuss a text amendment to the Unified Development Code concerning Downtown Historic Districts.

• Public hearing for HPC20241987: construction of a 4-bedroom, 4.5-bath home at 69 Maple Street
• Discussion of text amendment to Unified Development Code Article 5, Section 5.2.1 (Applicability)

The Roswell Historic Preservation Commission unanimously approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for 69 Maple Street (HPC20241987). The commission also discussed a proposed text amendment to the Unified Development Code regarding Downtown Historic Districts, but took no action. Minutes from the July 10, 2024 meeting were approved unanimously.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 69 Maple Street (HPC20241987) (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 10, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Discussed UDC text amendment to Article 5, Section 5.2.1 (no vote)

Mayor and Council - Regular Meeting

The Roswell City Council will vote on a resolution to settle litigation over 1054 and 1056 Alpharetta Street, authorizing up to $3,950,000 and preserving the historic structure on the site. Other agenda items include approving a $382,452 bridge repair contract, several right‑of‑way agreements for sidewalk improvements, and a $953,550 budget amendment for the Big Creek Parkway Phase 1 project. The meeting also covers grant applications for charging infrastructure and the 2024 Community Development Block Grant.

• Resolution to settle Alpharetta St. litigation, up to $3,950,000, and preserve historic building
• Contract for $382,452 bridge repairs with E&D Contracting Services, Inc.
• Right‑of‑way agreement for sidewalk improvements at 415 and 419 Westside Drive
• Right‑of‑way agreement for sidewalk improvements on 922 Myrtle Street
• Budget amendment BA#33642200‑08‑12‑24 for $953,550 for Big Creek Parkway Phase 1 IGA

The Mayor and Council approved a resolution to settle litigation regarding 1054 and 1056 Alpharetta Street and preserve a historic structure as an open air pavilion. The council also approved several transportation contracts and a grant application for charging infrastructure.

• Approved settlement of litigation for 1054 and 1056 Alpharetta Street (Unanimous)
• Approved 2024 CDBG allocations and Annual Action Plan (Unanimous)
• Approved $382,452.00 bridge repair contract with E&D Contracting Services, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Approved $953,550 budget amendment for Big Creek Parkway Phase 1 (Unanimous)
• Approved up to $350,000 for Riverside Road TSPLOST right-of-way services (Unanimous)
• Approved U.S. DOT Charging and Fueling Infrastructure grant application (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of UDC Article 13 text amendment (5-1)
• Deferred 330 Brown Drive Metropolitan River Protection Act item (Unanimous)

Design Review Board - Regular Meeting

The Roswell City Council will vote on a resolution to settle eminent‑domain litigation involving 1054 and 1056 Alpharetta Street for up to $3,950,000 and to preserve the historic structure on the site as an open‑air pavilion. Other agenda items include a bridge‑repair contract for $382,452, an intergovernmental agreement for the Big Creek Parkway Phase 1 project with a $953,550 budget amendment, and right‑of‑way acquisition services for the Riverside Road TSPLOST project up to $350,000. The meeting also covers a conditional use request for a massage establishment at 45 West Crossville Road and a text amendment to the Unified Development Code.

• Resolution to settle litigation at 1054 & 1056 Alpharetta St. (up to $3,950,000) and preserve historic structure
• Contract for bridge repairs – $382,452 with E&D Contracting Services, Inc.
• Intergovernmental Agreement for Big Creek Parkway Phase 1, includes $953,550 budget amendment
• Right‑of‑way acquisition services for Riverside Road TSPLOST project (up to $350,000)
• Conditional Use for Massage Establishment – 45 West Crossville Road

The Roswell Mayor and Council approved a resolution to settle litigation involving 1054 and 1056 Alpharetta Street and preserve the historic structure as an open-air pavilion. The consent agenda was approved with one item removed for separate consideration, which was also approved. A text amendment to the Unified Development Code passed on first reading, and a Metropolitan River Protection Act application was deferred.

• Approved Resolution 2024-08-32 to settle litigation and preserve historic structure as open-air pavilion (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda with item #4 removed (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-08-34 to accept CDBG allocations and submit 2024 Annual Action Plan (unanimous)
• Approved text amendment to UDC Article 13, Section 13.4.3 on first reading (5-1)
• Deferred application 20242144 for 330 Brown Drive Metropolitan River Protection Act (unanimous)
• Approved closure of meeting for personnel, litigation, and real estate discussions (unanimous)

Roswell Recreation Commission - Work Session

The Roswell Recreation Commission is discussing a policy update to allow commission members to concurrently serve as board members for the nonprofit Friends of the Roswell Parks. This arrangement would align officer roles between the two bodies and streamline the oversight of supplemental funding for parks and recreation programs.

• Proposed policy to align Recreation Commission officer roles with Friends of the Roswell Parks board positions
• Discussion on updating bylaws for the 501(c)(3) Friends of the Roswell Parks
• Proposal to hold Friends of the Roswell Parks meetings concurrently with Commission meetings

The Roswell Recreation Commission held a work session on August 1, 2024, and discussed a policy update to allow commission members to also serve in dual roles with Friends of Roswell Parks. No formal decision was made; the item was only discussed. The meeting adjourned at 7:46 PM.

• Discussed policy update for dual roles with Friends of Roswell Parks (no vote)

Alcoholic Beverage License Board - Public Hearing

The Roswell Alcoholic Beverage License Board will hold a public hearing on a new wholesale license application from DVD Cocktails LLC. It will also review an existing business application for limited pouring, beer and wine, and Sunday sales at The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill, 2000 Holcomb Bridge Road, Suite 140. The meeting includes routine agenda items such as approval of minutes and adjournment.

• Public hearing review – July 11, 2024 Alcoholic Beverage License Board meeting
• Existing Business / New License – The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill, limited pouring, beer & wine, Sunday sales, 2000 Holcomb Bridge Road, Suite 140
• New Wholesale License – DVD Cocktails LLC, 220 Ansley Close

The Alcoholic Beverage License Board approved two alcohol licenses unanimously. The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill received a limited pouring, beer and wine, and Sunday sales license. DVD Cocktails received a wholesale license. The board also approved the July 11, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Approved July 11, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved limited pouring/beer and wine/Sunday sales license for The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill, 2000 Holcomb Bridge Road (unanimous)
• Approved wholesale license for DVD Cocktails, 220 Ansley Close (unanimous)

Roswell Recreation Commission - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Recreation Commission will consider updating its policy to allow members to serve simultaneously on the Friends of the Roswell Parks board. The meeting also includes approval of the June 6 minutes, a review of the capital project list, and scheduling of future work sessions and commission meetings.

• Approve the June 6, 2024 minutes (Item 1).
• Adopt the policy update that permits Recreation Commission members to hold dual roles with Friends of the Roswell Parks (Item 2).
• Review the Capital Project List for August 1, 2024 (Item 3).
• Announce upcoming work session and commission meeting on September 5, 2024 at the Adult Recreation Center (Item 4).
• Information items and adjournment.

The Roswell Recreation Commission unanimously approved the June 6, 2024 meeting minutes. A proposed policy update to include dual roles for commission members in Friends of the Roswell Parks was discussed but not voted on, and was moved to the September 5, 2024 meeting. The Director's Report noted project progress, including Ace Sand Phase I at 80% completion and Big Creek nearing completion with a ribbon cutting scheduled for September 16.

• Approved June 6, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Deferred Recreation Commission Policy update on dual roles to September 5, 2024 meeting

Mayor and Council - Special Called Meeting

The Mayor and Council are reviewing an economic development update and discussing real estate acquisition. The meeting includes recognitions for a local veteran and a police detective.

• Economic Development Update presentation by Seer World
• Discussion of Real Estate Acquisition
• Review of Active Professional Service Statements of Work
• Seer Master Services Agreement Quarterly Report
• Presentation of updated information regarding The Masonic Lodge

The Mayor and Council unanimously approved the purchase of the Roswell Summit property at 1080 Holcomb Bridge Road. They also approved a resolution affirming that ongoing economic development projects align with Council instructions and advancing them for final consideration. Two agenda items on professional services statements of work were deferred to the August 12, 2024 meeting by a 4-1 vote.

• Approved resolution affirming economic development projects and advancing them to final consideration (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of Roswell Summit property at 1080 Holcomb Bridge Road (unanimous)
• Deferred Items 3 and 4 on professional services statements of work to August 12, 2024 (4-1)

Mayor and Council - Open Forum

The Mayor and Council will hold an open forum for public comment. They will consider a City Attorney recommendation to close the agenda item that would discuss personnel matters, litigation issues, and real estate concerns. If adopted, the discussion on those topics would be postponed. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• Recommendation to close discussion on personnel, litigation, and real estate (presented by City Attorney David Davidson)
• Public comment – open microphone (speakers limited to five minutes each)

The Roswell Mayor and Council held an Open Forum on July 29, 2024, with six members present and Councilmember David Johnson excused. The only substantive action was a unanimous vote to enter a closed session to discuss personnel, litigation, and real estate matters. The meeting adjourned at 12:18 AM.

• Approved closure to discuss personnel, litigation, and real estate (unanimous, 6-0, Johnson excused)

Committees of Council - Com. Dev. and Transportation Regular Meeting

The Community Development and Transportation Committee will vote on several transportation items, including accepting right‑of‑way agreements for sidewalk improvements at 415 and 419 Westside Drive and 922 Myrtle Street, which have no financial impact on the city. It will also consider authorizing a $382,452 contract with ED Contracting for bridge repairs on Riverside Road, Oxbo Road, Roxburgh Road culvert and Grimes Bridge Road. Additional items include a blanket right‑of‑way acquisition approval up to $350,000 for the Riverside Road TSPLOST project, signing an intergovernmental agreement for the Big Creek Parkway Phase 1 project, and a resolution to apply for a DOT charging‑infrastructure discretionary grant.

• Accept right‑of‑way agreement for sidewalk improvements at 415 and 419 Westside Drive (no cost)
• Accept right‑of‑way agreement for sidewalk improvements on 922 Myrtle Street (no cost)
• Authorize execution of a $382,452 contract with ED Contracting for bridge repairs
• Blanket approval for right‑of‑way acquisition services up to $350,000 for Riverside Road TSPLOST project
• Sign Intergovernmental Agreement for Big Creek Parkway Phase 1 and accept reimbursement funds

The Community Development and Transportation Committee unanimously approved moving six items to the Mayor and Council for final action, including a $382,452 bridge repair contract, right-of-way agreements for sidewalk improvements, an intergovernmental agreement for Big Creek Parkway, and a grant application for EV charging infrastructure. No action items were discussed under Community Development. The meeting was adjourned at 5:37 PM.

• Approved right-of-way agreement for sidewalk improvements at 415 and 419 Westside Drive (unanimous)
• Approved right-of-way agreement for sidewalk improvements at 922 Myrtle Street (unanimous)
• Approved $382,452 contract for bridge repairs with ED Contracting (unanimous)
• Approved IGA with Fulton County for Big Creek Parkway Phase 1, including water line reimbursement (unanimous)
• Approved blanket right-of-way acquisition services for Riverside Road TSPLOST project, up to $350,000 (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to submit FY24 grant application for Charging and Fueling Infrastructure program (unanimous)

Mayor and Council - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Mayor and Council will vote on a contract with Wade Coots Company, Inc. for the Maxwell Road/Rocky Creek Lane waterline replacement project, limited to $614,565. They will also consider applications to accept $92,000 from the GEFA Lead and Service Line Loan Program and to receive the FY2025 National Endowment for the Arts grant for arts projects. Additional agenda items include conditional use requests for massage businesses, a resolution permitting scarecrows in the right‑of‑way, and several community‑development actions such as a small tract request, a site‑plan revision, and adoption of a capital improvement element.

• Approval of contract with Wade Coots Company, Inc. for Maxwell Road/Rocky Creek Lane waterline replacement, not to exceed $614,565
• Resolution to apply for and accept $92,000 from the GEFA Lead and Service Line Loan Program
• Resolution to apply for and accept the FY2025 National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) grant for arts projects
• Conditional use approvals for massage businesses at 1570 Warsaw Road and 203 Bombay Lane
• Resolution to allow scarecrows in the City of Roswell right‑of‑way

The Roswell Mayor and Council approved the consent agenda, including a $614,565 waterline replacement contract and a $92,000 GEFA loan application. They also approved two Unified Development Code text amendments on second reading, adopted the Capital Improvement Element and Community Work Program, and sent a site plan revision to the Planning Commission. A request for a small tract at 55 West Crossville Road was deferred to August 26, 2024.

• Approved consent agenda including $614,565 Maxwell Road/Rocky Creek Lane waterline contract (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to apply for $92,000 GEFA Lead and Service Line Loan Program (unanimous)
• Deferred Parkway Village Small Tract request at 55 West Crossville Road to 8/26/2024 (unanimous)
• Sent 1293 Minhinette Drive site plan revision to Planning Commission for UDC review (unanimous)
• Approved Capital Improvement Element and Community Work Program Resolution 2024-07-31 (unanimous)
• Approved UDC text amendment on Section 10.3.7 Application Content, second reading (unanimous)
• Approved UDC text amendment on Section 13.12 Administrative Appeal, second reading (unanimous)
• Approved Seer World LLC parking business model scope with 10% contingency (3-1)

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Planning Commission will consider a text amendment to the Unified Development Code, Article 13, Section 13.4.3, Letter E. The amendment would require any parcel bordering Georgia State Highway 9 or GA 140 east of GA 9 (or Highway 92) to have 51% of its square footage dedicated to non‑residential uses. The commission will also approve the minutes from the June 18, 2024 meeting.

• Text amendment to UDC Article 13, Section 13.4.3, Letter E – parcel requirement of 51% non‑residential uses on GA 9/GA 140 border properties
• Approval of June 18, 2024 Planning Commission minutes

The Planning Commission recommended approval of a text amendment to the Unified Development Code regarding application submissions. The commission also approved the minutes from the June 18, 2024 meeting.

• Recommended approval with changes for UDC Article 13, Section 13.4.3 text amendment (5-0)
• Approved June 18, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)

Alcoholic Beverage License Board - Public Hearing

The Alcoholic Beverage License Board will hold a public hearing to consider several applications for liquor, beer, and wine licenses. These items include new business requests and changes in ownership or licensees for various Roswell establishments.

• Full pouring license for BEY MEDITERRANEAN at 1035 Alpharetta Street
• Package license for THE SAVORY GOURMET LLC at 1002 Canton Street
• Full pouring license for AREPA GRILL, KITCHEN & WINE at 45 Oak Street
• New ownership and licensee requests for CHERRY’S LIQUOR and ROCK N TACO
• Package license for WALMART #1578 at 970 Mansell Road

The Alcoholic Beverage License Board approved all nine alcohol license applications on its July 11, 2024 agenda, each by unanimous vote of the three members present. Licenses covered new businesses, new owners, and new licensees, including restaurants and a Walmart store. The board also approved the minutes of its June 6, 2024 hearing. One license, for Arepa Grill, Kitchen & Wine, was noted as contingent on a clear background investigation from the Roswell Police Department.

• Approved minutes of June 6, 2024 public hearing (unanimous)
• Approved full pouring/liquor/beer/wine/Sunday sales license for Bey Mediterranean, 1035 Alpharetta St., Ste. 1100 (unanimous)
• Approved package beer/wine/Sunday sales license for The Savory Gourmet LLC, 1002 Canton St. (unanimous)
• Approved full pouring/liquor/beer/wine/Sunday sales license for Arepa Grill, Kitchen & Wine, 45 Oak St., contingent on clear police background check (unanimous)
• Approved package beer/wine/Sunday sales license for Best Convenience Store, 1275 Alpharetta St. (unanimous)
• Approved limited pouring/beer/wine/Sunday sales license for Heart & Seoul Cafe, 161 Norcross St. (unanimous)
• Approved package liquor/beer/wine/Sunday sales license for Cherry's Liquor under new owner Restocked LLC, 880 Marietta Hwy. (unanimous)
• Approved full pouring/liquor/beer/wine/Sunday sales license for Rock N Taco under new licensee, 928 Canton St. (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission - Regular Meeting

The Historic Preservation Commission will review several requests for building modifications. This includes a public hearing regarding a new deck, storefront entrance, and elevator tower at 605 Atlanta Street. The commission will also consider additions to 114 Bulloch Avenue and new construction at 77 Maple Street.

• Exterior changes at 605 Atlanta Street
• Additions to 114 Bulloch Avenue
• New home construction at 77 Maple Street
• Approval of June 12, 2024 meeting minutes

The Historic Preservation Commission approved three certificates of appropriateness at its July 10, 2024 regular meeting. Two were approved unanimously without conditions: 605 Atlanta Street (deferred from the June hearing) and 114 Bulloch Avenue. A third, new home construction at 77 Maple Street, was approved unanimously with two conditions: the chimney must be removed and the basement lowered to 9 feet. The commission also approved its June 12, 2024 minutes and adjourned at 6:55 PM.

• Approved certificate of appropriateness for 605 Atlanta Street, deferred from June (6-0, Lively absent)
• Approved certificate of appropriateness for 114 Bulloch Avenue (7-0)
• Approved 77 Maple Street new home construction with conditions: chimney removed and basement lowered to 9 feet (7-0)
• Approved June 12, 2024 HPC minutes (7-0)

Committees of Council - Admin. and Fin. and Rec. and Parks Regular Meeting

The Administration, Finance, Recreation and Parks Committee is reviewing a Section 108 loan application to HUD for up to $2,039,150 to support housing redevelopment. The meeting also includes discussions on a parking business model contract and an arts grant application.

• Contract with Seer World LLC for parking business model (estimated $143,000)
• Section 108 loan application to HUD for up to $2,039,150
• FY25 National Endowment for the Arts grant request ($50,000)
• Resolution to allow scarecrows in the city right-of-way
• Text amendment of the Unified Development Code for Downtown Historic Districts

The committee approved moving several items to the Mayor and Council for final action, including a parking business model contract and a HUD loan application. It also approved moving a text amendment for Downtown Historic Districts forward for initiation.

• Approved moving Seer World LLC parking business model contract to Mayor and Council (6-1)
• Approved moving 2024 Annual Action Plan and HUD Section 108 Loan Application to Mayor and Council (Unanimous)
• Approved moving FY25 National Endowment for the Arts Grant application to Mayor and Council (Unanimous)
• Approved moving resolution allowing scarecrows in city right-of-way to Mayor and Council (Unanimous)
• Approved moving Unified Development Code Article 5 Downtown Historic Districts text amendment for initiation (Unanimous)
• Approved June 11, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)

Committees of Council - Public Safety and Public Works Regular Meeting

The Public Safety and Public Works Committee is reviewing a contract for the Maxwell Road/Rocky Creek Lane Waterline Replacement project. The committee is also considering accepting a $92,000 GEFA loan to reimburse expenses related to lead service line inventory.

• Contract with Wade Coots Company, Inc. for Maxwell Road/Rocky Creek Lane Waterline Replacement up to $614,565
• Application to accept a $92,000 GEFA Lead and Service Line Loan with 100% principal forgiveness
• Approval of the June 11, 2024, committee meeting minutes

The Public Safety and Public Works Committee approved moving two items to the Mayor and Council for final action. These include a loan application for service lines and a waterline replacement contract.

• Approved minutes from June 11, 2024 (Unanimous)
• Approved moving application for $92,000 GEFA Lead and Service Line Loan Program to Mayor and Council (Unanimous)
• Approved moving contract with Wade Coots Company, Inc. for Maxwell Road/Rocky Creek Lane Waterline Replacement (not to exceed $614,565) to Mayor and Council (Unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals - Regular Meeting

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider a request to reduce side setbacks at 13085 Overlook Pass to allow for a garage addition. The applicant seeks to change the setback from 25 feet to 15 feet due to lot topography and an existing septic field. The board will also review a lot coverage variance for 330 Shelli Lane.

• Side setback variance at 13085 Overlook Pass
• Lot coverage variance at 330 Shelli Lane
• Approval of April 9, 2024 BZA minutes
• Approval of April 24, 2024 BZA Special Called minutes

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved requests to reduce a side setback at 13085 Overlook Pass and increase building coverage at 330 Shelli Lane. The board also approved minutes from two April meetings.

• Approved side setback reduction from 25 to 15 feet at 13085 Overlook Pass with conditions (5-0)
• Approved building coverage increase from 30% to 30.91% at 330 Shelli Lane (5-0)
• Approved April 9, 2024 minutes (5-0)
• Approved April 24, 2024 special called meeting minutes (5-0)

Mayor and Council - Regular Meeting

The Mayor and Council will consider a resolution to establish a City of Roswell Public Facilities Authority. The agenda includes first readings for text amendments to the Unified Development Code and reviews of site plan revisions and conditional use requests. The council will also recognize an esteemed veteran and swear in a re-appointed member to the Housing Authority.

• Resolution to establish a City of Roswell Public Facilities Authority
• Approval for a fourth story on the Mill Creek Place building at 400 Vickery Falls Drive
• Conditional use request for a carriage/pool house at 200 Sussex Court
• Site plan revision for 1293 Minhinette Drive
• Text amendments to the Unified Development Code (First Reading)

The Mayor and Council established a City of Roswell Public Facilities Authority and approved two first-read amendments to the Unified Development Code. The council also granted conditional use permits for a carriage house and a fourth-story building addition.

• Approved establishment of a City of Roswell Public Facilities Authority (Unanimous)
• Approved carriage house at 200 Sussex Court with occupancy and screening conditions (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of UDC text amendment for Section 10.3.7, Application Content (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of UDC text amendment for Section 13.12, Administrative Appeal (Unanimous)
• Approved fourth story for stacked flat building at 400 Vickery Falls Drive with seven conditions, including owner-occupancy (Unanimous)
• Deferred site plan revision for 1293 Minhinette Drive to July 22, 2024 (Unanimous)
• Approved June 24, 2024 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved closure to discuss personnel, litigation, and real estate (Unanimous)

Roswell Recreation Commission - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Mayor and Council will review several community development requests, including a fourth-story addition for Mill Creek Place. The meeting also includes discussions on establishing a Public Facilities Authority and re-appointing a member to the Housing Authority.

• Approval of a fourth story for 400 Vickery Falls Drive (Mill Creek Place)
• Text amendments to the Unified Development Code regarding application content and appeals
• Resolution to establish a City of Roswell Public Facilities Authority
• Site plan revision for 1293 Minhinette Drive
• Conditional use permit for a carriage/pool house at 200 Sussex Court

The Mayor and Council established a City of Roswell Public Facilities Authority and approved two Unified Development Code text amendments on first reading. The council also approved conditional use permits for a carriage house and a fourth-story addition to a residential building.

• Established a City of Roswell Public Facilities Authority (Unanimous)
• Approved carriage house at 200 Sussex Court with occupancy and screening conditions (Unanimous)
• Approved fourth story for stacked flat building at 400 Vickery Falls Drive with seven conditions, including owner-occupancy (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of UDC text amendment for Section 10.3.7, Application Content (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of UDC text amendment for Section 13.12, Administrative Appeal (Unanimous)
• Deferred site plan revision for 1293 Minhinette Drive to July 22, 2024 (Unanimous)
• Approved June 24, 2024 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved closure to discuss personnel, litigation, and real estate (Unanimous)

Design Review Board - Regular Meeting

The Design Review Board is holding a final public hearing for a new automotive service center building at Roswell Marketplace. The proposal includes a 6,000 square foot facility with updated landscaping intended to provide screening for adjacent townhomes. The board will also consider approving the minutes from the June 4, 2024 meeting.

• New construction of a 6,000 square foot automotive service center at 10855 Houze Road
• Proposed landscaping updates to include taller shrubs for screening nearby townhomes
• Approval of the June 4, 2024 Design Review Board minutes

The Roswell Design Review Board approved new construction for a Safelite location at 10855 Houze Road with five specific conditions. The approval was unanimous among the four board members present. The board also approved the minutes from their previous meeting on June 4, 2024.

• Approved new construction for Safelite at 10855 Houze Road with conditions (Unanimous)
• Approved June 4, 2024 Design Review Board minutes (Unanimous)

Community Development and Transportation Committee - Com. Dev. and Transportation Regular Meeting

The Design Review Board is holding a final public hearing for a new 6,000 square foot automotive service center at 10855 Houze Road. The proposal includes 23 parking spaces and updated landscaping plans. Staff recommends approval provided that taller shrubs are used to screen adjacent townhomes.

• New construction of a 6,000 square foot automotive service center at 10855 Houze Road
• Approval of the June 4, 2024 Design Review Board minutes

The Design Review Board approved the new construction of a Safelite facility at 10855 Houze Road with five specific conditions regarding site screening, dumpster height, and material samples. The board also approved the minutes from the June 4, 2024, meeting.

• Approved Safelite new construction at 10855 Houze Road with conditions (4-0)
• Approved June 4, 2024, meeting minutes (4-0)

Mayor and Council - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Mayor and Council will consider establishing the Crabapple Road Restaurant District and approving an end-of-year budget amendment for fiscal year 2024. The agenda also includes a service-level agreement with American Medical Response and re-appointments to the Board of Zoning Appeals.

• Resolution to establish “The Crabapple Road Restaurant District”
• FY 2024 End of Year Budget Amendment
• Service-Level Agreement with American Medical Response
• Re-appointments for Jahanzeb Jabbar and Mark Schumacher to the Board of Zoning Appeals
• Deferral request for 55 West Crossville Road Parkway Village Small Tract

The Roswell Mayor and Council unanimously approved the creation of the "Crabapple Road Restaurant District" and a fiscal year 2024 end-of-year budget amendment. They also reappointed two members to the Board of Zoning Appeals and approved a service-level agreement with American Medical Response. A request for a small tract at 55 West Crossville Road was deferred to the next meeting.

• Approved establishment of "The Crabapple Road Restaurant District" (Unanimous)
• Approved FY 2024 End of Year Budget Amendment (Unanimous)
• Reappointed Jahanzeb Jabbar to Board of Zoning Appeals (Unanimous)
• Reappointed Mark Schumacher to Board of Zoning Appeals (Unanimous)
• Approved Service-Level Agreement with American Medical Response (Unanimous)
• Deferred Parkway Village Small Tract request at 55 West Crossville Road to July 22, 2024 (Unanimous)
• Approved June 7 and June 10, 2024 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission - Work Session

The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a work session to discuss case HPC20235123 for 605 Atlanta Street. The agenda does not provide further details on the nature of this discussion.

• Discussion of case HPC20235123 at 605 Atlanta Street

The Historic Preservation Commission met in a work session on June 20, 2024, to gather information and discuss the project at 605 Atlanta Street. No votes or motions were made. The meeting was called to order at 8:33 AM and adjourned at 9:07 AM. Commissioner Mary Nichols was absent.

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission will consider a conditional use request for an 875 sq. ft. carriage house at 200 Sussex Court. The commission will also review the re-approval of an expired preliminary plat for the Colecrest development at 800 Willeo Road. Additionally, text amendments to the Unified Development Code are on the agenda.

• Conditional use request for an 875 sq. ft. carriage house at 200 Sussex Court
• Re-approval of expired preliminary plat for Colecrest at 800 Willeo Road
• Text amendment to UDC Section 13.12 regarding Administrative Appeal
• Text amendment to UDC Section 10.3.7 regarding Application Content

The Roswell Planning Commission recommended approval for a carriage/pool house at 200 Sussex Court and the Colecrest Preliminary Plat at 800 Willeo Road. The commission also unanimously recommended two text amendments to the Unified Development Code regarding administrative appeals and application content. All items are scheduled for further review by the City Council on July 8, 2024.

• Recommended approval for CU 20240905 (200 Sussex Court) [4-1]
• Recommended approval for 20241733 (Colecrest Preliminary Plat) [Unanimous]
• Recommended approval for UDC Section 13.12 text amendment [Unanimous]
• Recommended approval for UDC Section 10.3.7 text amendment [Unanimous]
• Approved April 16, 2024 minutes [Unanimous]

Historic Preservation Commission - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Historic Preservation Commission will consider a request for front and rear exterior changes to an existing structure at 605 Atlanta Street. The commission will also hold a discussion regarding 114 Bulloch Avenue and review minutes from the May 8, 2024 meeting.

• Exterior changes to 605 Atlanta Street (HPC20235123)
• Discussion regarding 114 Bulloch Avenue (HPC20241137)
• Review of May 8, 2024 meeting minutes

The commission deferred two requests for certificates of appropriateness to the July 10 meeting. The minutes from the May 8, 2024, meeting were approved.

• Deferred HPC20235123 for 605 Atlanta Street (Unanimous)
• Deferred HPC20241137 for 114 Bulloch Avenue (Unanimous)
• Approved May 8, 2024 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Committees of Council - Admin. and Fin. and Rec. and Parks Regular Meeting

The Administration, Finance, and Recreation and Parks Committee is reviewing a resolution to establish the Crabapple Road Restaurant District. The committee will also consider an amendment to the FY 2024 end-of-year budget. There are no action items for the Recreation and Parks department at this meeting.

• Resolution to establish “The Crabapple Road Restaurant District” allowing alcohol carry-out from 11 A.M. to 12:01 A.M.
• FY 2024 End of Year Budget Amendment involving adjustments to operating and capital budgets
• Recognition of $1,403,900 in State Homeowner Grant revenue within the budget amendment
• Increase of $300,000 for external legal fees in the budget amendment

The Administration, Finance, Recreation and Parks Committee unanimously approved moving a resolution to establish the "Crabapple Road Restaurant District" to the full Mayor and Council. The committee also unanimously approved moving a resolution for the FY 2024 End of Year Budget Amendment to the full Mayor and Council. Both items are scheduled for consideration by the full council on June 24, 2024. The Recreation and Parks section had no action items.

• Approved minutes from May 14, 2024 meeting (Unanimous)
• Approved moving resolution to establish "Crabapple Road Restaurant District" to Mayor and Council (Unanimous)
• Approved moving resolution for FY 2024 End of Year Budget Amendment to Mayor and Council (Unanimous)

Committees of Council - Public Safety and Public Works Regular Meeting

The Public Safety and Public Works Committee is reviewing a Service-Level Agreement with American Medical Response (AMR) to establish emergency medical response standards. The proposed agreement sets specific response times for serious and minor calls and outlines staffing requirements. Roswell's portion of the first-year subsidy for this regional agreement is $502,527.84.

• Service-Level Agreement with American Medical Response (AMR)
• Approval of May 14, 2024, meeting minutes

The Public Safety and Public Works Committee met on June 11, 2024 and approved moving a service-level agreement with American Medical Response to the Mayor and Council, with a next step of June 24, 2024. The committee also approved the minutes of its May 14, 2024 meeting. The Public Safety Police and Public Works sections had no action items, and the meeting adjourned at 5:51 PM.

• Approved moving the American Medical Response service-level agreement to Mayor and Council (unanimous)
• Approved the May 14, 2024 committee meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Public Safety Police: no action items
• Public Works: no action items

Board of Zoning Appeals - Regular Meeting

The Historic Preservation Commission will consider certificates of appropriateness for two properties. This includes requested exterior modifications for 605 Atlanta Street and 114 Bulloch Avenue. The commission will also review minutes from the May 8, 2024 meeting.

• Exterior changes at 605 Atlanta Street (HPC20235123)
• Review of 114 Bulloch Avenue (HPC20241137)
• Approval of May 8, 2024 meeting minutes

The Historic Preservation Commission deferred two Certificates of Appropriateness — HPC20235123 at 605 Atlanta Street and HPC20241137 at 114 Bulloch Avenue — to its July 10, 2024 meeting, both by unanimous votes of the five members present. The 605 Atlanta Street item was deferred with a request for an upcoming work session before that meeting. The commission also approved the minutes of its May 8, 2024 meeting and adjourned at 7:09 PM. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Deferred HPC20235123 (605 Atlanta Street) to 7/10/2024, with a request for a work session beforehand (unanimous; 5 in favor)
• Deferred HPC20241137 (114 Bulloch Avenue) to 7/10/2024 (unanimous; 5 in favor)
• Continued HPC20241137 (114 Bulloch Avenue) for discussion to gather more information
• Approved HPC minutes of May 8, 2024 (unanimous; 5 in favor)

Mayor and Council - Regular Meeting

The City of Roswell Mayor and Council will hold a second reading for the FY 2024 6-Month Budget totaling $115,019,438. The agenda includes a resolution to adjust stormwater and sanitation rates. Council members will also review road resurfacing contracts and various site plan revisions.

• Approval of the FY 2024 6-Month Budget totaling $115,019,438
• Resolution adjusting Stormwater Utility and Sanitation rates
• Road resurfacing contract with Summit Construction and Development LLC including a $890,000 change order for Scott Rd
• Construction contract for the SR 140 Landscape Medians project
• Amendment to Master Services Agreement with Seer World LLC for a Chief Operating Officer up to $340,000 annually

The Mayor and Council adopted the FY 2024 6-month budget and approved adjustments to stormwater and sanitation rates. The council also approved a road resurfacing contract and a site plan revision for 1200 Old Alabama Road with 13 conditions.

• Adopted FY 2024 6-Month Budget of $114,695,438 (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution adjusting Stormwater Utility and Sanitation rates (Unanimous)
• Approved FY 2024 road resurfacing contract to Summit Construction and Development LLC and $890,000 change order for Scott Rd (Unanimous)
• Approved site plan revision for 1200 Old Alabama Road with 13 conditions (Unanimous)
• Approved construction contract for SR 140 Landscape Medians project (Unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Master Services Agreement with Seer World LLC for operational staffing (3-2)
• Approved contracts for Standby General Engineering Services (Unanimous; 1 recused)
• Deferred site plan revisions for 400 Vickery Falls Drive and 1293 Minhinette Drive to July 8, 2024 (Unanimous)

Mayor and Council - Workshop

The Roswell Mayor and Council will hold a workshop for ongoing planning and strategy. The agenda includes a recommendation to meet in a closed session regarding personnel, litigation, and real estate.

• Ongoing planning and strategy discussions
• Recommendation for a closed session regarding personnel, litigation, and real estate

The Mayor and Council held a workshop to discuss department goals. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded during the session.

Roswell Recreation Commission - Work Session

The Roswell Recreation Commission is reviewing several updates to park programs and department policies. This includes considering temporary animal sculptures for Leita Thompson and Big Creek Trails and increasing annual scholarship amounts. The commission will also discuss new waitlist procedures and theme options for 2024 Youth Day.

• Approval of 'Where We Wander' temporary art and signage for local trails
• Increasing annual Community Scholarship funds from $600 to $800 per person
• Establishment of a new Waitlist Enrollment Policy for activities
• Selection of the 2024 Youth Day theme
• Revision of Policy 3332 regarding refunds and program cancellations

The Commission unanimously voted to move six items forward for further action, including art signage, the Youth Day theme, and several policy revisions. The session also included discussions on non-resident rates and a presentation on America 250.

• Approved to move Where We Wander temporary art and signage (Unanimous)
• Approved to move 2024 Youth Day Theme (Unanimous)
• Approved to move new Waitlist Enrollment Policy (Unanimous)
• Approved to move revision of Fee Waiver Policy 2330 with changes (Unanimous)
• Approved to move revision of Policy 3332 regarding refunds and cancellations (Unanimous)
• Approved to move cancellation or rescheduling of July 4, 2024 meeting (Unanimous)

Alcoholic Beverage License Board - Public Hearing

The Alcoholic Beverage License Board will hold a public hearing to consider various liquor license requests. This includes changes to existing business locations and ownership, as well as new licenses for beer and wine sales.

• New location request for Pinkies Up Beer & Wine at 30 E. Crossville Road, Suite 140
• Change of owner for Madrid Spanish Taverna at 1055 Canton St., Suite 110
• New package beer and wine license for Beefsnacks at 1580 Holcomb Bridge Road, Suite 11
• New limited pouring license for Eggs Up Grill at 270 Rucker Road

The Alcoholic Beverage License Board approved the minutes of its May 2, 2024 hearing and then approved four alcohol license applications, each by unanimous vote of the three members present. The approvals covered a new location for Pinkies Up Beer & Wine, a new owner for Madrid Spanish Taverna, and new licenses for Beefsnacks and Eggs Up Grill. The Pinkies Up license was contingent on a clear background investigation from the Roswell Police Department. The meeting adjourned at 10:16 AM.

• Approved May 2, 2024 hearing minutes (unanimous)
• Approved limited pouring/beer and wine/Sunday sales license for Pinkies Up Beer & Wine, 30 E. Crossville Road, Suite 140, contingent on a clear Roswell Police Department background investigation (unanimous)
• Approved full pouring/liquor, beer and wine/Sunday sales license for Madrid Spanish Taverna, 1055 Canton St., Suite 110, new owner LaTaverna, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved package beer & wine/no Sunday sales license for Beefsnacks, 1580 Holcomb Bridge Road, Suite 11 (unanimous)
• Approved limited pouring/beer and wine/Sunday sales license for Eggs Up Grill, 270 Rucker Road, Alpharetta (unanimous)

Roswell Recreation Commission - Regular Meeting

The commission will review proposals for 'Where We Wander' temporary art and signage. Members will also consider updates to waitlist enrollment, fee waiver, and refund policies. An update on the capital project list is also scheduled.

• Approval of 'Where We Wander' temporary art and signage
• Establishment of a new Waitlist Enrollment Policy
• Revision of Fee Waiver Policy #2330
• Revision of Policy 3332 regarding refunds and program cancellations
• Review of the Capital Project List

The Commission approved several policy updates, including the creation of a new waitlist enrollment policy and revisions to refund procedures. The Fee Waiver Policy was renamed the Community Scholarship Program and updated to increase scholarship amounts. The July 4, 2024, meeting was cancelled.

• Approved 'Where We Wander' temporary art and signage (Unanimous)
• Approved 'Innovation Meets Tradition' as 2024 Youth Day Theme (Unanimous)
• Approved new Waitlist Enrollment Policy (Unanimous)
• Approved renaming Fee Waiver to Community Scholarship Program, increasing scholarships from $600 to $800, and changing fee from $10 to 10% (Unanimous)
• Approved revisions to Policy 3332 regarding refunds, class changes, and program suspensions or cancellations (Unanimous)
• Approved cancellation of July 4, 2024 meeting (Unanimous)
• Approved May 2, 2024 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Design Review Board - Regular Meeting

The Design Review Board is considering a final request to renovate several buildings at 10925-10935 Crabapple Road. The project aims to convert the existing office park into a new retail and restaurant center with updated landscaping and pedestrian features.

• Site renovation for 10925-10935 Crabapple Road to create a retail and restaurant center
• Removal of central parking lot at Crabapple Office Park East to be replaced with landscape and pavers
• Proposed removal of 17 existing trees from the site
• Initial review for new construction of Safelite at 10855 Houze Road

The board approved a site renovation for 10925-10935 Crabapple Road subject to eight specific design conditions. An initial application for a new Safelite construction on Houze Road was heard without a vote. The May 7, 2024, meeting minutes were approved.

• Approved site renovation at 10925-10935 Crabapple Road with conditions (Unanimous)
• Approved May 7, 2024 DRB Minutes (Unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission - Work Session

The commission met for a work session to gather information from the applicant regarding 114 Bulloch Avenue. No motions were made and no votes were taken during this meeting.

Mayor and Council - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Mayor and Council will hold a regular meeting with a first reading of the $115,019,438 FY 2024 6-month budget, which shifts the city's fiscal year to a calendar year. The consent agenda includes a two-year workers' compensation reinsurance contract with Midwest Employers Casualty at an annual premium of $174,965.00, and a contract with Seegreen Services for the Roswell Transfer Station's operation and maintenance. The regular agenda features a Design Review Board appeal for Cochran Farms, a small tract development at 55 West Crossville Road, and a resolution to apply for a Bulletproof Vest Partnership grant.

• First reading of the FY 2024 6-Month Budget for $115,019,438
• Workers' Compensation Reinsurance contract with Midwest Employers Casualty for $174,965.00 annual premium
• Contract with Seegreen Services for Transfer Station Operation and Maintenance
• Design Review Board Appeal - Cochran Farms HOA (case 20241315)
• Resolution to apply for FY2024 Bulletproof Vest Partnership (BVP) Grant

The Mayor and Council approved the first reading of the FY 2024 6-month budget. The council also approved several administrative contracts and initiated a text amendment to the Unified Development Code.

• Approved FY 2024 6-Month Budget of $115,019,438 on first reading (Unanimous)
• Approved contract with Midwest Employers Casualty for Workers Compensation Reinsurance at $174,965 annual premium (Unanimous)
• Approved contract with Seegreen Services for Roswell Transfer Station operation and maintenance (Unanimous)
• Denied Design Review Board Appeal for Cochran Farms HOA (Unanimous)
• Deferred 55 West Crossville Road application to June 24, 2024 (5-1)
• Approved initiation of text amendment to Unified Development Code Article 13, Section 13.4.3, Letter E (5-1)

Committees of Council - Com. Dev. and Transportation Regular Meeting

The Community Development and Transportation Committee approved three items to move forward to the full Mayor and Council meeting on June 10, 2024. These included a construction contract for SR 140 Landscape Medians, the FY 2024 road resurfacing contract, and contracts for Standby General Engineering Services. The committee also approved the minutes from its previous meeting.

• Approved April 23 minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved moving SR 140 Landscape Medians contract to Council (Unanimous)
• Approved moving FY 2024 road resurfacing contract to Council (5-0, Beeson abstained)
• Approved moving Standby General Engineering Services contracts to Council (Unanimous, Beeson recused)

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Community Development and Transportation Committee approved moving three contracts forward for final consideration by the Mayor and Council on June 10, 2024. The committee also approved the minutes from the April 23, 2024 meeting.

• Approved minutes of April 23, 2024 meeting (Unanimous)
• Approved moving SR 140 Landscape Medians construction contract to Mayor and Council (Unanimous)
• Approved moving FY 2024 road resurfacing contract to Summit Construction and Development LLC to Mayor and Council (5-0)
• Approved moving Standby General Engineering Services consultant contracts to Mayor and Council (Unanimous)

Mayor and Council - Workshop

The Roswell Mayor and Council are holding a workshop to discuss ongoing planning and strategy. The agenda also includes a recommendation to close the meeting to discuss personnel, litigation, and real estate matters. No specific decisions or proposals are listed in the agenda.

• Ongoing planning and strategy discussion
• Closed session for personnel, litigation, and real estate

The Mayor and Council held a workshop on May 17, 2024. The body voted unanimously to enter a closed session to discuss personnel, litigation, and real estate.

• Approved closure to discuss personnel, litigation and real estate (Unanimous)

Committees of Council - Admin. and Fin. and Rec. and Parks Regular Meeting

The Administration, Finance, Recreation and Parks Committee will consider approving a two-year workers' compensation reinsurance contract with Midwest Employers Casualty at an annual premium of $174,965.00, and a text amendment to the Unified Development Code regarding who can submit applications. The committee will also approve minutes from the April 9, 2024 meeting.

• Workers' compensation reinsurance contract with Midwest Employers Casualty, two years, annual premium $174,965.00
• Text amendment to Unified Development Code Article 13, Section 13.4.3, Letter E
• Approval of minutes from April 9, 2024 committee meeting

The committee approved moving a workers compensation reinsurance contract to the Mayor and Council. It also approved moving a text amendment to the Unified Development Code forward for initiation.

• Approved moving $174,965 annual workers compensation contract to Mayor and Council (unanimous)
• Approved moving Unified Development Code Article 13 text amendment for initiation (6-1)
• Approved April 9, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Committees of Council - Public Safety and Public Works Regular Meeting

The Public Safety and Public Works Committee will vote on awarding a seven-year contract to Seegreen Services for operation and maintenance of the Roswell Transfer Station, starting July 1, 2025. The contract would be at a fixed price of $44.25 per ton. The committee will also approve minutes from the April 9 meeting. No other action items are listed for public safety fire or police.

• Award contract to Seegreen Services for Transfer Station operations and maintenance at $44.25 per ton, 7-year term
• Approval of April 9, 2024 committee minutes
• RFP 23-426-E received 6 proposals; 4 bids evaluated, 2 no-bids
• Contract replaces existing agreement expiring June 30, 2025

The Public Safety and Public Works Committee approved moving a contract award for the operation and maintenance of the Roswell Transfer Station to the Mayor and Council. No action items were recorded for Public Safety Fire or Police.

• Approved moving Seegreen Services contract for Roswell Transfer Station to Mayor and Council (Unanimous)
• Approved April 9, 2024 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals - Regular Meeting

This is a Mayor and Council workshop, not a regular voting meeting. The agenda lists two items: ongoing planning and strategy, and a recommendation to close the meeting to discuss personnel, litigation, and real estate. No specific decisions or proposals are detailed in the agenda.

• Ongoing planning and strategy discussion
• Recommendation to enter closed session for personnel, litigation, and real estate

The Mayor and Council Workshop met on May 17, 2024. The board voted unanimously to close the meeting to discuss personnel, litigation, and real estate.

• Approved closure to discuss personnel, litigation and real estate (Unanimous)

Mayor and Council - Regular Meeting

The Mayor and Council approved the appointment of a new City Clerk and authorized a waste collection contract. The council also initiated two Unified Development Code text amendments and approved a rezoning request for The Cottage School.

• Approved appointment of Nancy Saviano Long as City Clerk (Unanimous)
• Approved contract with Waste Pro of GA, Inc. for recycling and yardwaste collection (Unanimous)
• Approved initiation of UDC text amendment for Section 13.12, Administrative Appeal (Unanimous)
• Approved initiation of UDC text amendment for Section 10.3.7, Application Content (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-05-17 for Capital Improvement Element and Community Work Program (Unanimous)
• Approved 100% funding for Sidewalk Connectivity and Plumtree Street Improvements (Unanimous)
• Denied rezoning of 630 Colonial Park Drive from Office Park to Commercial Mixed Use (5-1)
• Approved rezoning of 710 Grimes Bridge Road - The Cottage School (Unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Historic Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing on five Certificate of Appropriateness applications for changes to historic properties, including additions and expansions. The commission will also discuss Mill Village Parking and approve the February 14, 2024 minutes. Staff recommends approval for most items, with conditions on some.

• HPC20240853 - 1144 Canton Street: patio enclosure, trim, siding, and color; staff recommends approval with conditions.
• HPC20241137 - 114 Bulloch Avenue: 2,405 sq ft expansion of a 1940 historic building into office space; staff recommends approval with conditions.
• HPC20241284 - 30 Goulding Place: certificate of appropriateness (details not provided).
• HPC20240988 - 30 Goulding Place: certificate of appropriateness (details not provided).
• HPC20240436 - 964 Alpharetta Street: certificate of appropriateness (details not provided).

The Roswell Historic Preservation Commission unanimously approved five Certificates of Appropriateness for properties on Canton Street, Bulloch Avenue, Goulding Place, and Alpharetta Street. One application for 114 Bulloch Avenue was deferred to the June meeting for further work sessions. The commission also discussed a tentative plan for Mill Village parking but took no vote on it.

• Approved Certificate HPC20240853 for 1144 Canton Street (Unanimous)
• Deferred Certificate HPC20241137 for 114 Bulloch Avenue to June meeting (Unanimous)
• Approved Certificate HPC20241284 for 30 Goulding Place with silt fencing (Unanimous)
• Approved Certificate HPC20240988 for 30 Goulding Place (Unanimous)
• Approved Certificate HPC20240436 for 964 Alpharetta Street (Unanimous)
• Discussed Mill Village Parking plan; no vote taken
• Approved February 14, 2024 minutes (Unanimous)

Design Review Board - Regular Meeting

The Board approved a new service center for Palmer Dodge with conditions regarding lighting and permits. The Board also held elections for its 2024 leadership positions.

• Approved new service center at 11460 Alpharetta Hwy Palmer Dodge with conditions (5-0)
• Reelected Chris Finke as DRB Chair for 2024 (Unanimous)
• Elected Jeffrey Green as DRB Vice Chair for 2024 (Unanimous)
• Approved March 5, 2024 DRB Minutes (Unanimous)

Alcoholic Beverage License Board - Public Hearing

The Roswell Alcoholic Beverage License Board unanimously approved three alcohol license applications during a public hearing. The approvals covered a new owner for an existing business and two new businesses, all located in Roswell. The board also approved the minutes from its previous meeting.

• Approved March 7, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved new owner license for KASSA’S BEER, WINE & SPIRITS (unanimous)
• Approved new business limited pouring license for COZY COOP (unanimous)
• Approved new business full pouring license for FUKULALA SUSHI (unanimous)

Roswell Recreation Commission - Work Session

The Roswell Recreation Commission will consider approving the Manhole Cover Art Project on Riverside Drive. Three artists were selected through an open call and a selection panel to create designs for 2-4 manhole risers each, incorporating water stewardship themes. The project is funded by the PUB program.

• Vote on Manhole Cover Art Project on Riverside Drive
• Three artists selected via open RFQ and selection panel
• Art must incorporate water stewardship or stormwater management
• Blue from City of Roswell logo used as dominant element
• Funded by PUB program

The Roswell Recreation Commission held a work session on May 2, 2024. The agenda included a discussion regarding the Manhole Cover Art Project on Riverside Drive, but no formal vote or final decision was recorded in the minutes.

• Discussed Manhole Cover Art Project on Riverside Drive (no action taken)

Roswell Recreation Commission - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Recreation Commission will vote on approving the Manhole Cover Art Project on Riverside Drive, which involves three artists creating designs on 2-4 manhole risers each, themed around water stewardship. The commission will also hear informational items on the Recreation & Parks End of Year Survey results and the City of Roswell Fiscal Budget, and review the capital project list.

• Approval for the Manhole Cover Art Project on Riverside Drive
• Recreation & Parks End of Year Survey Results - informational
• City of Roswell Fiscal Budget - informational
• Capital Project List 05.02.24
• Approval of 04.11.24 minutes

The Roswell Recreation Commission approved the first section of the Manhole Cover Art Project on Riverside Drive. The commission also received updates on the city's budget cycle and several ongoing capital projects.

• Approved 04.11.24 Minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved Section 1 of Manhole Cover Art Project on Riverside Drive from Old Alabama Rd moving East (Unanimous)

Mayor and Council - Open Forum

The Roswell Mayor and Council are holding an open forum meeting with no legislative items. The agenda includes a proclamation naming U.S. Army First Lieutenant John M. Sikes Jr. as an 'Esteemed Veteran of Roswell' and recognition of the 2024 Citizen's Fire Academy graduates. Public comment is open with a five-minute limit per speaker.

• Proclamation honoring U.S. Army First Lieutenant John M. Sikes Jr. as 'Esteemed Veteran of Roswell'
• Recognition of 15 graduates of the Roswell Fire Department's Citizen's Fire Academy
• Public comment period with 5-minute speaker limit

The Roswell Mayor and Council held an Open Forum meeting on April 29, 2024. The session included the reading of a proclamation for a veteran award, recognition of Fire Department academy graduates, and a public comment period. No substantive legislative decisions, votes, or approvals were recorded in the provided minutes.

• Proclamation for 'Esteemed Veteran of Roswell' Award read
• Roswell Fire Department Citizen's Fire Academy graduates recognized
• Public comment period held with seven speakers

Board of Zoning Appeals - Special Called

The Roswell Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on an appeal by Victory Media Group, LLC, contesting the city's refusal to issue a sign permit for 30 East Crossville Road. The applicant argues the city missed a 45-business-day deadline, which under the Unified Development Code deems the permit approved. Staff recommends upholding the denial. The board will also consider minutes from its April 4, 2024 special called meeting.

• Appeal of administrative decision regarding sign permit at 30 E. Crossville Road
• Applicant: Victory Media Group, LLC; staff recommends upholding denial
• Dispute over whether city's response within 45-day deadline was sufficient
• Public hearing on appeal; board may affirm or reverse the zoning director's decision

The Board of Zoning Appeals unanimously denied an appeal of an administrative decision regarding 30 E. Crossville Road. The board also unanimously approved the minutes from its previous special called meeting on April 4, 2024.

• Appeal of administrative decision for 30 E. Crossville Road denied (7-0)
• April 4, 2024 Special Called BZA minutes approved (7-0)

Committees of Council - Com. Dev. and Transportation Regular Meeting

The Community Development and Transportation Committee will vote on several items, including a contract award for residential curbside recycling and yard waste collection, two text amendments to the Unified Development Code, and a resolution to transmit the annual Capital Improvement Element and Community Work Program. The meeting also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Consider awarding contract to Waste Pro of GA, Inc. for residential curbside recycling and yard waste collection
• Text amendment to UDC Section 13.12 (Administrative Appeal) to change appeal body from Board of Zoning Appeals to Mayor and City Council
• Text amendment to UDC Section 10.3.7 (Application Content) regarding sign permit application requirements
• Resolution to transmit Capital Improvement Element FY24-25 to FY28-29, listing projects like SR 9 Pedestrian Bridge ($7.9M) and Big Creek Parkway ($69.966M)
• Approval of minutes from March 26, 2024 meeting

The committee approved moving two Unified Development Code text amendments and a Capital Improvement Element resolution forward for initiation. Additionally, a contract for residential curbside recycling and yardwaste collection was approved to move to the Mayor and Council.

• Approved minutes from March 26, 2024 (Unanimous)
• Approved moving text amendment to UDC Section 13.12 for initiation (Unanimous)
• Approved moving text amendment to UDC Section 10.3.7 for initiation (Unanimous)
• Approved moving Capital Improvement Element and Community Work Program resolution to Mayor and Council (Unanimous)
• Approved moving Waste Pro of GA, Inc. recycling and yardwaste contract to Mayor and Council (5-0)

Mayor and Council - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Mayor and Council will vote on several contracts and budget amendments, including a $471,040 stormwater pipe lining project, a $2 million per year design services contract for public safety facilities, and a $350,000 mobile command vehicle purchase. They will also consider a $1.34 million insurance package and a $2 million economic development consulting contract. The meeting includes proclamations, appointments, and a closed session for personnel, litigation, and real estate.

• Contract with Federal EC, LLC for Branch Valley Stormwater Pipe Lining Project, not to exceed $471,040, plus budget amendment of $731,000
• Contract with Jericho Design Group for Design Services for Public Safety Facilities, not to exceed $2,000,000 per year
• Purchase of 2015 Spartan Command Center Mobile Command Vehicle for $350,000
• Contract with GIRMA for property, casualty, management liability, cyber, drone, and flood insurance, total not to exceed $1,338,044
• Consulting services contract for Economic Development, not to exceed $2,000,000 per year

The Council approved several infrastructure and public safety contracts via a consent agenda. They also authorized a property and liability insurance contract and a consulting agreement with Seer World LLC.

• Approved Design Review Board appointments for Ian Atkinson and Arie Kohn (Unanimous)
• Approved Planning Commission re-appointment for Eric Schumacher (3-2)
• Approved $471,040 contract for Branch Valley Stormwater Pipe Lining Project (Unanimous)
• Approved $2M annual contract with Jericho Design Group for Public Safety Facilities design (Unanimous)
• Approved $350,000 purchase of a 2015 Spartan Mobile Command Vehicle (Unanimous)
• Approved $247,715.92 and $735,067.28 contracts for Mimosa Hall improvements (Unanimous)
• Approved insurance contracts totaling not to exceed $1,371,575 (Unanimous)
• Approved consulting contract with Seer World LLC not to exceed $2M per year (4-1)

Mayor and Council - Special Called Meeting

The Council approved several infrastructure and public safety contracts via a consent agenda. Key decisions included authorizing a multi-million dollar insurance package and a consulting contract with Seer World LLC.

• Approved Design Review Board appointments for Ian Atkinson and Arie Kohn (Unanimous)
• Approved Planning Commission re-appointment for Eric Schumacher (3-2)
• Approved $471,040 contract with Federal EC, LLC for Branch Valley Stormwater Pipe Lining (Unanimous)
• Approved $2M annual contract with Jericho Design Group for Public Safety Facilities design (Unanimous)
• Approved $350,000 purchase of a 2015 Spartan Command Center Mobile Command Vehicle (Unanimous)
• Approved $247,715.92 contract for Mimosa Hall second-floor improvements (Unanimous)
• Approved $735,067.28 contract for Mimosa Hall Driveway Improvement Project (Unanimous)
• Approved insurance contracts totaling not to exceed $1,371,575 (Unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission - Work Session

The Roswell Historic Preservation Commission is holding a work session to discuss a single item: HPC20240436, concerning 964 Alpharetta Street. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.

• Discussion of HPC20240436 – 964 Alpharetta Street

The Historic Preservation Commission held a work session to gather information regarding 964 Alpharetta Street. No motions, votes, or official actions were taken during the meeting.

• Work session held for 964 Alpharetta Street (no action taken)

Mayor and Council - Special Called Meeting

This is a special called meeting of the Roswell Mayor and Council. The only substantive item is a recommendation to close the meeting to discuss personnel, litigation, and real estate matters. No other business is listed.

• Recommendation for closure to discuss personnel, litigation, and real estate

The Roswell Mayor and Council held a special called meeting on April 16, 2024. The only substantive action was a unanimous vote to enter a closed session to discuss personnel, litigation, and real estate matters. Councilmember David Johnson was not present for the vote. The meeting adjourned at 5:06 PM.

• Approved closed session for personnel, litigation, and real estate (unanimous, 5-0 with one absent)

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional use request for six townhomes at 400 Vickery Falls Drive, including two variances for rear setback and parking/driveway area. The item was deferred from a previous meeting, and staff recommends approval. The commission will also consider a rezoning request for 710 Grimes Bridge Road and approve the March 19, 2024 minutes.

• Conditional use for six townhomes at 400 Vickery Falls Drive (Mill Creek Place) with two variances
• Variance to reduce rear setback from 20 feet to 13 feet 6 inches
• Variance to increase parking/driveway area between front façade and front property line from 40% to 55%
• Rezoning request RZ 20240598 for 710 Grimes Bridge Road (The Cottage School)
• Approval of March 19, 2024 minutes

The Planning Commission unanimously recommended denying a townhome project at 400 Vickery Falls Drive, suggesting instead a four-story stacked flat building. The commission also recommended approval for a rezoning request at 710 Grimes Bridge Road.

• Recommended denial of townhomes at 400 Vickery Falls Drive (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of rezoning at 710 Grimes Bridge Road (Unanimous)
• Approved March 19, 2024 minutes (Unanimous)

Mayor and Council - Workshop

The Roswell Mayor and Council will hold a workshop to discuss ongoing planning and strategy. The agenda also includes a recommendation to close the meeting to discuss personnel, litigation, and real estate matters.

• Ongoing planning and strategy discussion
• Recommendation for closed session on personnel, litigation, and real estate

The Mayor and Council held a workshop to discuss ongoing planning and strategy. The body voted to enter a closed session to discuss personnel, litigation, and real estate.

• Approved closure to discuss personnel, litigation and real estate (Unanimous)

Design Review Board - Regular Meeting

This is a work session of the Roswell Recreation Commission with a possible quorum of the Mayor and City Council. The agenda contains only procedural items: call to order and adjournment, with no substantive discussion or decisions listed.

• Possible quorum of Mayor and City Council
• Call to order
• Adjournment

Roswell Recreation Commission - Work Session

The Roswell Recreation Commission is holding a work session with a possible quorum of Mayor and City Council present. The agenda contains only a call to order and adjournment, with no listed discussion or action items.

• Possible quorum of Mayor and City Council

Roswell Recreation Commission - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Recreation Commission will hold a regular meeting on April 11, 2024, to approve the March 7 minutes and receive informational updates on the City of Roswell Fiscal Year Budget, the Crabapple Middle School purchase and programmatic planning, and a USL partnership with the city. The commission will also review the capital project list and upcoming meetings. No votes are scheduled on these informational items.

• Approval of 03.07.24 minutes
• City of Roswell Fiscal Year Budget informational item
• Crabapple Middle School Purchase and Programmatic Planning informational item
• USL Partnership with the City of Roswell informational item
• Capital Project List 04.11.24

The commission approved the minutes from the March 7, 2024, meeting. Other agenda items regarding the fiscal year budget, the purchase of Crabapple Middle School, and a USL partnership were presented as informational items with no votes taken.

• Approved 03.07.24 Minutes (Unanimous)

Committees of Council - Admin. and Fin. and Rec. and Parks Regular Meeting

The Administration and Finance and Recreation and Parks Committees will vote on several contracts, including a $1,338,044 insurance package with GIRMA and a five-year economic development consulting contract with Seer World LLC (up to $2,000,000 per year). They will also consider two Mimosa Hall improvement projects and a tree planting partnership with Elkins Pointe Middle School. The meeting includes approval of the prior meeting's minutes.

• Contract with GIRMA for property, casualty, management liability, cyber, drone, and flood insurance, total not to exceed $1,338,044
• Award economic development consulting contract to Seer World LLC, up to $2,000,000 per year for 5 years
• Mimosa Hall second-floor improvement project contract: $247,715.92 (total budget $284,873.31)
• Mimosa Hall driveway improvement project contract: $735,067.28 (total budget $882,080.74)
• 2024 Tree Planting Partnership Program request from Elkins Pointe Middle School

The committee voted to move a risk management contract and two Mimosa Hall improvement projects to the Mayor and Council. An economic development consulting contract was also advanced with the understanding that members will work with staff on changes. A tree planting request was deferred.

• Approved moving GIRMA contract not to exceed $1,249,294 to Mayor and Council (Unanimous)
• Approved moving Economic Development Consulting Services Contract to Mayor and Council (6-1)
• Deferred 2024 Tree Planting Partnership Program request from Elkins Pointe Middle School
• Approved moving $247,715.92 Mimosa Hall second-floor improvement contract to Mayor and Council (Unanimous)
• Approved moving $735,067.28 Mimosa Hall Driveway Improvement Project contract to Mayor and Council (Unanimous)
• Approved March 12, 2024 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Committees of Council - Public Safety and Public Works Regular Meeting

The Public Safety and Public Works Committee will vote on three action items: approving the previous meeting's minutes, purchasing a used 2015 Spartan mobile command vehicle for $350,000, and awarding a $471,040 contract for the Branch Valley stormwater pipe lining project. The committee will also consider a $2,000,000 per year design services contract for public safety facilities.

• Purchase of 2015 Spartan Command Center Mobile Command Vehicle for $350,000 from City of Lawrenceville, funded by Federal Justice and School Zone Speed funds
• Award contract to Federal EC, LLC for Branch Valley Stormwater Pipe Lining Project, amount not to exceed $471,040, plus $47,104 contingency
• Award contract to Jericho Design Group for Design Services for Public Safety Facilities, amount not to exceed $2,000,000 per year
• Approval of minutes from March 12, 2024 meeting

The Public Safety and Public Works Committee approved moving three items to the Mayor and Council for final consideration. These include a mobile command vehicle and two professional service contracts. The committee also approved the minutes from the March 12, 2024 meeting.

• Approved minutes of March 12, 2024 (Unanimous)
• Approved moving purchase of 2015 Spartan Command Center Mobile Command Vehicle to Mayor and Council (Unanimous)
• Approved moving Federal EC, LLC contract for Branch Valley Stormwater Pipe Lining Project (up to $471,040) to Mayor and Council (6-0)
• Approved moving Jericho Design Group contract for Public Safety Facilities Design Services (up to $2,000,000 per year) to Mayor and Council (5-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals - Regular Meeting

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on a request for two variances to the build-to-zone requirements for a proposed 6,000-square-foot Safelite auto glass building at 10800 Alpharetta Hwy (10855 Houze Road). The applicant seeks to increase the maximum setback from 20 to 46.91 feet and reduce the required building frontage percentage from 75% to 40.7%, citing the lot's size, shape, and topography. Staff recommends approval. The board will also consider the minutes from its March 12, 2024 meeting.

• Variance to increase build-to-zone maximum setback from 20' to 46.91' at 10855 Houze Road
• Variance to reduce build-to-zone percentage from 75% to 40.7%
• Proposed 6,000 SF Safelite auto glass building with 24 parking spaces
• Staff recommends approval of both variances
• Approval of March 12, 2024 BZA minutes

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a request regarding 10800 Alpharetta Hwy and the minutes from the March 12, 2024 meeting.

• Approved BZA20240639 for 10800 Alpharetta Hwy (3-1)
• Approved March 12, 2024 BZA Minutes (unanimous)

Mayor and Council - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Mayor and Council will hold a regular meeting with several significant items, including a rezoning request, approval of a final plat, a budget amendment for land purchase, and resolutions authorizing property acquisitions and potential eminent domain. The council will also consider changing the city's fiscal year and discuss a text amendment to the emergency management services code.

• Rezoning of 630 Colonial Park Drive from OP to CX
• Final plat approval for East Village at 2600 Holcomb Bridge Road
• Budget amendment of $3,725,000 for land purchase
• Resolution to close on property at 11261 Alpharetta Highway
• Resolution authorizing eminent domain for properties at 1054 and 1056 Alpharetta Street

The Mayor and Council approved changing the City's fiscal year to January 1st through December 31st. They also authorized the use of eminent domain for properties on Alpharetta Street and approved a $3.725 million land purchase transfer.

• Approved changing fiscal year to Jan 1 - Dec 31 (Unanimous)
• Approved eminent domain for 1054 and 1056 Alpharetta Street (5-1)
• Approved $3,725,000 budget transfer for land purchase (Unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat for East Village at 2600 Holcomb Bridge Road (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,234,007.25 in GDOT LRA funds and associated budget amendment (Unanimous)
• Approved closing on property at 11261 Alpharetta Highway (Unanimous)
• Approved Emergency Management Services text amendment on second reading (Unanimous)
• Deferred rezoning for 630 Colonial Park Drive and 400 Vickery Falls Drive (Unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals - Special Called

The Roswell Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a special called meeting on April 4, 2024, to hear ten appeals of administrative decisions, all listed as public hearings. Each item involves an applicant appealing a staff decision, with staff recommending the board uphold the original decision. The agenda provides limited detail on the nature of each appeal, but the board will decide whether to uphold or overturn each administrative ruling.

• 1232 Alpharetta Street - appeal by Victory Media Group LLC
• 470 S. Atlanta Street - appeal by Victory Media Group LLC
• 695 Holcomb Bridge Road - appeal of administrative decision
• 442 S. Atlanta Street - appeal of administrative decision
• 11706 Alpharetta Highway - appeal of administrative decision

The Board of Zoning Appeals combined ten separate appeals of administrative decisions into a single vote. The Board unanimously voted to deny all ten appeals.

• Denied appeals 20240814, 20240815, 20240816, 20240817, 20240818, 20240819, 20240820, 20240821, 20240822, and 20240825 (Unanimous)

Alcoholic Beverage License Board - Public Hearing

The Roswell Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on ten appeals of administrative decisions, all submitted by Victory Media Group LLC. Staff recommends upholding the original decisions in each case. The board will vote on whether to uphold or overturn these decisions.

• Appeal at 1232 Alpharetta Street by Victory Media Group LLC
• Appeal at 470 S. Atlanta Street by Victory Media Group LLC
• Appeal at 695 Holcomb Bridge Road by Victory Media Group LLC
• Appeal at 442 S. Atlanta Street by Victory Media Group LLC
• Appeal at 11706 Alpharetta Highway by Victory Media Group LLC

The Board of Zoning Appeals combined ten appeals of administrative decisions into a single vote. The Board unanimously voted to deny all ten appeals.

• Denied appeals 20240814, 20240815, 20240816, 20240817, 20240818, 20240819, 20240820, 20240821, 20240822, and 20240825 (Unanimous)

Committees of Council - Com. Dev. and Transportation Regular Meeting

The Community Development and Transportation Committee will vote on several transportation items, including accepting $1,234,007.25 in state road funding, updating the public-to-private streets policy, and minor traffic calming program changes. The committee will also consider a permanent easement for a traffic signal pole and approve revisions to construction specifications.

• Accept $1,234,007.25 in LRA funds from GDOT for FY2024 projects
• Update Public to Private Streets Policy to allow HOA privatization of public streets
• Accept 9.9 sq ft permanent easement at 122 Norcross Street for strain pole
• Clarify resident request steps in Traffic Calming Program policy
• Approve revisions to Standard Construction Specifications

The Community Development and Transportation Committee unanimously approved four items to move to the full Mayor and Council for final action. These included accepting $1,234,007.25 in Local Road Assistance funds from the Georgia Department of Transportation, updating traffic calming procedures, revising construction specifications, and granting a permanent easement for a strain pole. The committee also voted to bring the Public to Private Streets Policy back for further discussion rather than advancing it.

• Approved February 27 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved permanent easement for strain pole at Fraser St and Norcross St to move to Mayor and Council (unanimous)
• Public to Private Streets Policy update brought back to committee
• Approved traffic calming program policy updates to move to Mayor and Council (unanimous)
• Approved revisions to Standard Construction Specifications to move to Mayor and Council (unanimous)
• Approved LRA project list submission and acceptance of $1,234,007.25 from GDOT to move to Mayor and Council (unanimous)

Mayor and Council - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Mayor and Council approved a Sports and Entertainment Agreement with the United Soccer Leagues, LLC (USL) to begin preliminary discussions about possibly bringing professional soccer and a soccer/multi-purpose stadium-anchored district to Roswell. Council also approved a mutual agreement with the Fulton County School System for automated speed enforcement in school zones (5-1, Hills opposed) and authorized closing on properties at 1058 Alpharetta Street and 1065 Green Street. A request to deny three variances for 160 Crossville Road passed unanimously, and the East Village final plat at 2600 Holcomb Bridge Road was deferred at the applicant's request to April 8, 2024.

• Approved Sports and Entertainment Agreement with United Soccer Leagues, LLC (USL) for preliminary talks on possible pro soccer and stadium-anchored district (unanimous)
• Approved mutual agreement with Fulton County School System for automated speed enforcement in school zones (5-1, Hills opposed)
• Approved resolution to close on property at 1058 Alpharetta Street (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to close on property at 1065 Green Street (5-0, Beeson abstained)
• Denied three variances for 160 Crossville Road (unanimous)
• Deferred East Village final plat at 2600 Holcomb Bridge Road at applicant's request to April 8, 2024
• Approved text amendment to Chapter 8, Article 8.2 Emergency Management Services on first reading (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including CDBG-CV fund reallocation, RosWall deaccession, GEMA SHSP grant application, and police mutual agreements (unanimous)

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional use request for eight townhomes at 400 Vickery Falls Drive in the Historic District, along with two variances. Staff recommends approval. The commission will also consider a rezoning of 630 Colonial Park Drive from OP to CX and approve the February 20, 2024 minutes.

• Conditional use for 8 townhomes at 400 Vickery Falls Drive (CU 20230197/CV 20230195)
• Variance to reduce rear setback from 20 to 13 feet
• Variance to increase parking/driveway area from 40% to 52%
• Rezoning of 630 Colonial Park Drive from OP to CX (RZ20235106)
• Approval of February 20, 2024 minutes

The Planning Commission recommended the denial of a rezoning request for 630 Colonial Park Drive. One conditional use and variance item was deferred to a future meeting. The commission also approved the minutes from the February 20, 2024 meeting.

• Recommended denial of rezoning from OP to CX at 630 Colonial Park Drive (6-0)
• Deferred CU 20230197/ CV 20230195 for 400 Vickery Falls Drive to April 16, 2024 (Unanimous)
• Approved February 20, 2024 minutes (6-0)

Historic Preservation Commission - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional use request for eight townhomes at 400 Vickery Falls Drive in the Historic District, including two variances. Staff recommends approval. The commission will also consider a rezoning of 630 Colonial Park Drive from OP to CX and approve the February 20, 2024 minutes.

• Conditional use for 8 townhomes at 400 Vickery Falls Drive with two variances (rear setback reduction from 20 to 13 feet; parking/driveway area increase from 40% to 52%)
• Rezoning of 630 Colonial Park Drive from OP to CX
• Approval of February 20, 2024 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission recommended denying a rezoning request for 630 Colonial Park Drive from Office Park to Commercial Mixed Use by a 6-0 vote. A separate request for a Conditional Use and Variance at 400 Vickery Falls Drive was deferred to the April 16 meeting. The commission also approved the minutes from the February 20 meeting.

• Recommended denial of rezoning at 630 Colonial Park Drive (6-0)
• Deferred Conditional Use/Variance at 400 Vickery Falls Drive (Unanimous)
• Approved February 20, 2024 minutes (6-0)

Committees of Council - Admin. and Fin. and Rec. and Parks Regular Meeting

The Administration, Finance, and Recreation and Parks Committee will consider approving the deaccession and redesign of the RosWall, a mosaic retaining wall along Forrest Street. The proposal would remove the deteriorating 2008 mosaic, install thin brick, and add new plantings using existing funds. The committee will also approve the minutes from its February 13, 2024 meeting.

• Deaccession and redesign of the RosWall mosaic on Forrest St.
• Approval of minutes from February 13, 2024 committee meeting
• Project funded by $25k from Roswell Arts Fund, $20k from Tree Fund, $5k from DPW

The Administration, Finance, Recreation and Parks Committee approved the deaccession and redesign of the RosWall. This item was moved forward for consideration by the Mayor and Council on March 25, 2024.

• Approved February 13, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved moving the deaccession and redesign of the RosWall to Mayor and Council (Unanimous)

Committees of Council - Public Safety and Public Works Regular Meeting

The Public Safety and Public Works Committee will vote on several items, including a text amendment to the city's emergency management ordinance, multiple mutual aid agreements, and two design contracts for parks. The committee is also set to approve minutes from its February 13 meeting. All items are recommendations that will move to the full Mayor and Council for final approval.

• Text amendment to Chapter 8, Article 8.2 (Emergency Management Services) updating roles and emergency powers
• Resolution to apply for and accept 2024 State Homeland Security Program (SHSP) grant from GEMA
• Mutual agreements with National Parks Service, Fulton County School System (speed enforcement and general response), MARTA Police, and City of Smyrna (housing inmates)
• Purchase and replacement of City Hall air handler units and chillers (amount not specified)
• Task order with Starr Whitehouse for Riverside Park construction documents, not to exceed $599,785; Task order with Barge for Bulloch Hall Pond construction documents, not to exceed $249,850

The Public Safety and Public Works Committee unanimously approved several items to move forward to the Mayor and Council for final action. These include mutual agreements with police and school agencies, a grant application, and public works construction documents.

• Approved text amendment to Emergency Management Services code (Unanimous)
• Approved 2024 State Homeland Security Program grant application (Unanimous)
• Approved mutual agreements with National Parks Service, MARTA Police, and City of Smyrna (Unanimous)
• Approved mutual agreements with Fulton County School System for speed enforcement and general response (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase and replacement of City Hall Air Handler Units and Chillers (Unanimous)
• Approved $599,785 task order with Starr Whitehouse for Riverside Park construction documents (Unanimous)
• Approved $249,850 task order with Barge for Bulloch Hall Pond construction documents (Unanimous)
• Approved February 13, 2024 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on a request by property owner Robert Myers for a variance to encroach into the 100-foot undisturbed stream buffer and 150-foot city impervious setback at 180 Thompson Place. Staff recommends approval, noting the proposed house would reduce encroachment by about 5% compared to existing conditions. The board will also consider the minutes from the January 9, 2024 meeting.

• Variance request for 180 Thompson Place to encroach into 100-ft stream buffer and 150-ft impervious setback
• Proposed house ~4,800 SF with 2,137 SF encroachment into buffer/setback
• Staff recommends approval based on site plan dated December 21, 2023
• No public comments received as of report submission
• Approval of January 9, 2024 BZA minutes

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a stream buffer variance request for 180 Thompson Place. The board also approved the minutes from the January 9, 2024 meeting.

• Approved stream buffer variance request for 180 Thompson Place (Unanimous)
• Approved January 9, 2024 BZA Minutes (Unanimous)

Mayor and Council - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Mayor and Council will vote on several items, including approving a parking deck location and Green Street Activation Plan, authorizing property acquisition, and entering a purchase agreement for 11261 Alpharetta Street. They will also consider a second reading of a massage establishment ordinance amendment and an appeal of a denied massage license.

• Approval of Parking Deck location, Green Street Activation Plan, and property acquisition authorization
• Purchase and Sale Agreement for property at 11261 Alpharetta Street
• Text Amendment to Article 4.4 - Massage Establishments and Spas (Second Reading)
• Appeal of denial of Massage Establishment license at 1580 Holcomb Bridge Road, Suite 21A
• Increase CIP Program Management contract capacity to $2,000,000 per year

The Mayor and Council approved the parking deck location and Green Street Activation Plan. They also authorized the purchase of property at 11261 Alpharetta Highway and passed a text amendment regarding massage establishments and spas.

• Approved parking deck location, Green Street Activation Plan, and property acquisition (5-0)
• Approved purchase of property at 11261 Alpharetta Highway (Unanimous)
• Approved text amendment to Article 4.4 regarding Massage Establishments and Spas (Unanimous)
• Denied appeal for massage establishment license at 1580 Holcomb Bridge Road (Unanimous)
• Approved Historic Preservation Commission appointment of Lossie Lively (5-1)
• Approved increase of CIP Program Management contract capacity to $2,000,000 per year (5-0)
• Approved contract for Safe Streets and Roads for All Citywide Safety Action Plan (5-0)
• Approved replacement of four retaining walls at Champions Green apartment complex (5-0)

Roswell Recreation Commission - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Recreation Commission is holding a regular meeting with informational items on the FY25 department budget, a proposed policy amendment on activities prohibited in parks, and the Crabapple Middle School property. The commission will also vote on approving the minutes from the February 1, 2024 meeting.

• FY 25 Department Budget informational item
• Policy Amendment 1122 Activities Prohibited in Parks and Public Places
• Crabapple Middle School Property informational item
• Approval of 02.01.24 minutes
• Capital Project List 03.07.24

The Roswell Recreation Commission approved its 02.01.24 minutes by a 5-0 vote, with Erica Davis and Erica Lowman abstaining. Three items — the FY25 department budget, Policy Amendment 1122 on activities prohibited in parks and public places, and the Crabapple Middle School property — were informational only and recorded as DISCUSSED, with no decisions. Director Malone gave updates on the FY25 budget process, Crabapple Middle School, Policy Amendment 1122, the Liberty Square grant project, and summer camp registration. The meeting adjourned at 7:50 PM.

• Approved 02.01.24 minutes (5-0; Davis and Lowman abstained)
• FY25 Department Budget — discussed only, no action
• Policy Amendment 1122 (activities prohibited in parks and public places) — discussed only, no action
• Crabapple Middle School property — discussed only, no action

Alcoholic Beverage License Board - Public Hearing

The Roswell Alcoholic Beverage License Board will hold a public hearing to consider four alcohol license applications: a new owner for Loquom Lounge, a new location for San Miguel #3, a new business Fiesta Bar y Parrilla, and a new licensee for Morningbirds the Brunch Place. The board will also approve minutes from its February 1, 2024 meeting.

• Loquom Lounge: new owner Muslum Gulmez / Zara Lounge, LLC, full pouring/liquor/beer/wine/Sunday sales at 915 Holcomb Bridge Road, Suite B
• San Miguel #3: new location for Shehzad Patel / Alishmaan Inc., package/beer/Sunday sales at 11235 Alpharetta Hwy., Suite 103
• Fiesta Bar y Parrilla: new business for Shehzad Patel / Alishmaan Investments Inc., full pouring/liquor/beer/wine/Sunday sales at 11235 Alpharetta Hwy., Suite 102
• Morningbirds the Brunch Place: new licensee Hemmard Thomas / Morningbirds Roswell, LLC, full pouring/liquor/beer/wine/Sunday sales at 10930 Crabapple Road, Suite 21

The board unanimously approved four alcoholic beverage license applications for various businesses in Roswell. These included requests for new owners, new locations, and new businesses.

• Approved liquor license for Loquom Lounge (Unanimous)
• Approved package/beer license for San Miguel #3 (Unanimous)
• Approved liquor license for Fiesta Bar y Parrilla (Unanimous)
• Approved liquor license for Morningbirds The Brunch Place (Unanimous)
• Approved February 1, 2024 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Roswell Recreation Commission - Work Session

This is a procedural work session agenda for the Roswell Recreation Commission. The only listed items are a call to order and adjournment, with no discussion or decision items specified.

Design Review Board - Regular Meeting

The Design Review Board will hold a public hearing and vote on a final approval for St. Michael's Catholic Church's expansion at 715 Hardscrabble Road, which includes a new 14,000-square-foot sanctuary, parking expansion, and a second entrance off Coleman Drive. The board will also discuss a rezoning request at 630 Colonial Park Drive and elect its 2024 chair and vice chair.

• Final approval for St. Michael's Church expansion: 14,000 sq ft sanctuary, parking increase from 52 to 130 spaces, new Coleman Drive entrance
• Discussion of rezoning at 630 Colonial Park Drive from OP to CX
• Election of 2024 DRB Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of December 12, 2023 DRB minutes

The Board approved the expansion of St. Michael's Church at 715 Hardscrabble Road subject to six specific conditions. The board deferred the election of its 2024 Chair and Vice Chair. Minutes from December 12, 2023, were approved.

• Approved St. Michael's Church expansion at 715 Hardscrabble Road with conditions (Unanimous)
• Deferred election of 2024 DRB Chair (Unanimous)
• Deferred election of 2024 DRB Vice Chair (Unanimous)
• Approved December 12, 2023 DRB Minutes (Unanimous)

Committees of Council - Com. Dev. and Transportation Regular Meeting

The Community Development and Transportation Committee will vote on several items, including approving minutes, replacing retaining walls at Champions Green, authorizing a developer agreement for concrete work on Maple Street, awarding a $250,000 contract for a citywide safety action plan, and increasing CIP program management capacity. The meeting includes both decisions and discussions, with no public hearings listed.

• Replace four retaining walls at Champions Green apartment complex (heights 7-11 feet) per UDC Section 10.5
• Authorize agreement with Stone Pine, LLC for concrete work on Maple Street and Maple Street Extension (approx. $25,000 value)
• Award $250,000 contract to Atlas Technical Consultants for Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Citywide Safety Action Plan
• Authorize execution of Project Framework Agreement and Memorandum of Agreement with Georgia DOT for Vickery Creek Trail Connection
• Increase CIP Program Management contract capacity to $2,000,000 per year

The Community Development and Transportation Committee approved moving several items to the Mayor and Council for final action. These include a safety action plan contract, a CIP program management capacity increase, and various construction and trail agreements.

• Approved minutes from January 23, 2024 (Unanimous)
• Approved moving replacement of four retaining walls at Champions Green apartment complex to Mayor and Council (Unanimous)
• Approved moving agreement with Stone Pine, LLC for right-of-way concrete work to Mayor and Council (Unanimous)
• Approved moving contract for Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Citywide Safety Action Plan to Atlas Technical Consultants, LLC to Mayor and Council (6-0)
• Approved moving Project Framework and Memorandum of Agreement with GDOT for Vickery Creek Trail Connection to Mayor and Council (Unanimous)
• Approved moving increase of CIP Program Management contract capacity to $2,000,000 per year to Mayor and Council (6-0)

Mayor and Council - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Mayor and Council will consider several significant real estate purchases, including a $6.5 million agreement with Fulton County Schools for Crabapple Middle School and an option on Independence High School, plus properties on Green Street and Alpharetta Street. They will also vote on a $3.5 million federal grant to hire 30 firefighters, a stormwater pipe lining contract, and a text amendment on massage establishments.

• Purchase and Sale Agreement with Fulton County Schools for Crabapple Middle School and Option/Right of First Refusal on Independence High School for $6.5 million
• Purchase of property at 1065 Green Street for $1,036,057.92
• Purchase of property at 1058 Alpharetta Street for $1.1 million
• Resolution to apply for and accept 2023 SAFER grant up to $3,500,000 to hire 30 full-time firefighters
• Contract with Federal EC, LLC for Cold Harbor Stormwater Pipe Lining Project not to exceed $82,280

The Mayor and Council approved several real estate acquisitions and a budget amendment for land purchase. They also authorized a grant application to hire 30 firefighters and updated stormwater management codes.

• Approved Purchase and Sale Agreement for Crabapple Middle School and option for 791 Mimosa Boulevard for $6.5 million (Unanimous)
• Approved budget amendment for land purchase in the amount of $4,511,295 (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of property at 1058 Alpharetta Street for $1.1 million (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of property at 1065 Green Street for $1,036,057.92 (Unanimous)
• Approved resolution to apply for SAFER grant up to $3.5 million to hire 30 firefighters (Unanimous)
• Approved contract with Federal EC, LLC for Cold Harbor Stormwater Pipe Lining Project not to exceed $82,280 (Unanimous)
• Approved text amendment to Unified Development Code regarding Stormwater Management and Review Authority (Unanimous)
• Deferred second reading of massage establishment text amendment to March 11, 2024 (Unanimous)

Mayor and Council - Retreat

The Roswell Mayor and City Council are holding a retreat from February 20 to 23, 2024, at Barnsley Resort in Adairsville, Georgia. The agenda lists attendees but no specific discussion items, indicating this is a planning or team-building session rather than a regular business meeting.

• Retreat held at Barnsley Resort, 597 Barnsley Gardens Road, Adairsville, GA
• Attended by Mayor Kurt Wilson and six councilmembers
• City Administrator Randy Knighton and department staff also attending

The Roswell Mayor and Council held a retreat from February 20 to 23, 2024 at Barnsley Resort in Adairsville, Georgia. All seven members were present. The minutes list only discussion and presentation items, including a presentation on trust, enterprise goals, a city projects exercise, team building, goal-setting, and elected/staff communications. No substantive decisions, votes, or approvals are recorded in the minutes; the only action noted is that the retreat minutes were approved at a later meeting on March 23, 2024.

• No substantive decisions, votes, or approvals recorded in the retreat minutes
• Retreat minutes approved at a later meeting on March 23, 2024

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a revision to the preliminary plat for The Groves at Myrtle Street, a townhome development at 913 Myrtle Street. The revision reduces the number of townhomes from 30 to 27 and lowers the retaining wall height from 14 feet to 5 feet 9 inches. Staff recommends approval. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from the January 16, 2024 meeting.

• Public hearing on preliminary plat revision for The Groves at Myrtle Street (913 Myrtle St) – townhomes reduced from 30 to 27, retaining wall lowered to 5'9"
• Staff recommendation: approval of the plat revision
• All city departments approved the revision, including Engineering after drainage easement was added
• Fire department approvals include conditions for fire lanes and fire flow testing
• Approval of January 16, 2024 meeting minutes

The Roswell Planning Commission approved a preliminary plat revision for 913 Myrtle Street with a 5-0 vote. The commission also unanimously approved the minutes from the January 16, 2023 meeting. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved preliminary plat revision for 913 Myrtle Street (5-0)
• Approved January 16, 2023 minutes (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission - Regular Meeting

The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing on a certificate of appropriateness for a new two-story office building at 801 Atlanta Street, which staff recommends approving with conditions. The commission will also elect a chair and vice chair and approve the January 10, 2024 minutes.

• Public hearing on HPC20234445: new 2-story office building at 801 Atlanta Street (applicant: Jason Schnurr, DI Build)
• Staff recommends approval with conditions (e.g., changes must return to HPC)
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of January 10, 2024 minutes

The Historic Preservation Commission approved a certificate of appropriateness for 801 Atlanta Street and the minutes from the January 10, 2024 meeting. The commission also held elections for its 2024 leadership positions.

• Approved certificate of appropriateness for 801 Atlanta Street (Unanimous)
• Elected Commissioner Mansell as 2024 Chair (Unanimous)
• Elected Commissioner Donnolo as 2024 Vice-Chair (Unanimous)
• Approved January 10, 2024 minutes (3-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Historic Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing on a certificate of appropriateness for a new two-story office building at 801 Atlanta Street. The Community Development Department recommends approval with conditions. The commission will also elect a chair and vice chair and approve the January 10, 2024 minutes.

• Public hearing on HPC20234445: new 2-story office building at 801 Atlanta Street, with 22 parking spaces and 7,219 sq ft of landscaping
• Staff recommends approval with conditions: any changes must return to HPC, and department comments must be addressed before permits
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of January 10, 2024 minutes

The commission elected Philip Mansell as Chair and Mark Donnolo as Vice-Chair for 2024. A Certificate of Appropriateness for 801 Atlanta Street was approved. The board also approved the minutes from the January 10, 2024 meeting.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 801 Atlanta Street (Unanimous)
• Elected Commissioner Philip Mansell as 2024 Chair (Unanimous)
• Elected Commissioner Mark Donnolo as 2024 Vice-Chair (Unanimous)
• Approved January 10, 2024 minutes (3-0)

Committees of Council - Admin. and Fin. and Rec. and Parks Regular Meeting

The Administration, Finance, and Recreation and Parks Committee will consider several administrative and financial items, including a $4.5 million land purchase, a change in retirement plan providers, and an amendment to the city administrator's authority. The committee will also review a proposed extension of an agreement with the Fulton County School District for construction permitting and inspection fees.

• Budget amendment for land purchase of $4,511,295
• Move retirement plans from Mission Square and GMEBS to Transamerica
• Amend city code to delegate operational policy approval to City Administrator
• Extend MOU with Fulton County School District for 5 years
• Reallocate CDBG-CV funds

The committee approved several recommendations to be moved to the Mayor and Council, including a budget amendment for land acquisition and changes to city retirement plans. It also recommended updates to the City Administrator's delegated powers and a memorandum of understanding with the Fulton County School District.

• Approved recommendation to amend Municipal Code Section 2.3.4 regarding City Administrator duties (6-1)
• Approved recommendation for First Amendment to MOU with Fulton County School District (Unanimous)
• Approved recommendation to move retirement plans to Transamerica and form a retirement plan committee (Unanimous)
• Approved recommendation to reallocate CDBG-CV funds (Unanimous)
• Approved recommendation for $4,511,295 budget amendment to purchase land (Unanimous)
• Approved January 9, 2024 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Committees of Council - Public Safety and Public Works Regular Meeting

The Public Safety and Public Works Committee will vote on a resolution to apply for and accept a 2023 SAFER grant of up to $3,500,000 to hire 30 full-time firefighters, with no local match required. The committee will also consider awarding a contract for the Cold Harbor Stormwater Pipe Lining Project and approving the 2024 Stormwater Utility Master Plan. The meeting includes approval of the January 9, 2024 minutes.

• Resolution to apply for and accept 2023 SAFER grant up to $3,500,000 for 30 full-time firefighters
• Contract award to Federal EC, LLC for Cold Harbor Stormwater Pipe Lining Project, not to exceed $82,280
• Approval of 2024 Stormwater Utility Master Plan
• Approval of minutes from January 9, 2024 meeting

The Public Safety and Public Works Committee approved several items to move forward to the Mayor and Council for final action. These include a federal grant application for staffing and two stormwater projects.

• Approved application for SAFER grant up to $3,500,000 to hire 30 firefighters (Unanimous)
• Approved 2024 Stormwater Utility Master Plan to move to Mayor and Council (Unanimous)
• Approved Cold Harbor Stormwater Pipe Lining contract with Federal EC, LLC up to $82,280 (Unanimous)
• Approved January 9, 2024 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Mayor and Council - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Mayor and Council will hold a regular meeting with several appointments, appeals, and ordinance changes. Key items include appeals of denied massage establishment licenses, a text amendment regulating massage establishments, approval of the FY2024 road resurfacing list, and a traffic change on Horton Drive. The agenda also includes routine appointments to boards and commissions.

• Appeal of denied massage establishment license at 880 Holcomb Bridge Road, Suite 105B
• Appeal of denied massage establishment license at 861 Holcomb Bridge Road, Suite 102
• Text amendment to UDC regarding massage establishments (second reading)
• Approval of FY2024 Road Resurfacing List
• Convert portion of Horton Drive to one-way or southbound entrance only from SR-9/Alpharetta Highway

At its February 12, 2024 regular meeting, the Roswell Mayor and Council approved a second reading of a Unified Development Code text amendment on massage establishments (Ordinance No. 2024-02-01) and approved converting a portion of Horton Drive from full access at SR-9/Alpharetta Highway to a one-way or southbound entrance only. The council also approved a utilities and water conservation text amendment (Ordinance No. 2024-02-02) by a 4-1 vote, with Councilmember G. Lee Hills opposed, and approved a parks text amendment (Ordinance No. 2024-02-03) with added language prohibiting open fires, including portable grills and fire pits, except in City-installed cooking grills in designated areas. Two appeals of denials of massage establishment licenses at 880 and 861 Holcomb Bridge Road were withdrawn, and a final plat for East Village at 2600 Holcomb Bridge Road was deferred with no date given. Mayor Kurt Wilson was excused from the meeting.

• Approved massage establishment UDC text amendment, Ordinance No. 2024-02-01 (unanimous)
• Approved utilities/water conservation text amendment, Ordinance No. 2024-02-02 (4-1, Hills opposed)
• Approved parks text amendment, Ordinance No. 2024-02-03, adding open-fire prohibition (unanimous)
• Approved converting a portion of Horton Drive to one-way/southbound entrance only from SR-9 (unanimous)
• Approved updating the Traffic Calming Program policy to include vertical deflection treatments (unanimous)
• Deferred final plat for East Village, 2600 Holcomb Bridge Road, no date given (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including January 22 and January 29, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved appointments to Board of Zoning Appeals, Construction Board of Adjustment and Appeals, Downtown Development Authority, Design Review Board, Historic Preservation Commission, and Interim City Clerk Nancy Saviano Long (unanimous)

Design Review Board - Regular Meeting

The City Council approved several text amendments to the Unified Development Code and City Ordinances, including rules for massage establishments and park fire prohibitions. The council also confirmed multiple appointments to city boards and commissions and approved transportation changes for Horton Drive.

• Approved Ordinance 2024-02-01 regarding Massage Establishments (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-02-02 regarding Plumbing and Water Conservation (4-1)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-02-03 prohibiting open fires in parks except in City-installed grills (Unanimous)
• Approved conversion of part of Horton Drive to one-way/southbound entrance from SR-9 (Unanimous)
• Approved updates to Traffic Calming Program policy for vertical deflection treatments (Unanimous)
• Approved appointments to Board of Zoning Appeals, Construction Board of Adjustment and Appeals, DDA, Design Review Board, and Historic Preservation Commission (Unanimous)
• Approved Nancy Saviano Long as Interim City Clerk (Unanimous)
• Deferred Final Plat for East Village at 2600 Holcomb Bridge Road (Unanimous)

Alcoholic Beverage License Board - Public Hearing

The Roswell Alcoholic Beverage License Board will hold a public hearing to consider five alcohol license applications, including new businesses, ownership changes, and a new licensee. All requests are for full pouring licenses covering liquor, beer, and wine, with Sunday sales where noted.

• Deccan Spice Indian Cuisine, 10745 Alpharetta Hwy — new owner, full pouring/liquor/beer/wine, Sunday sales
• Roswell Junction, 340 Atlanta Street — new business, full pouring/liquor/beer/wine, Sunday sales
• El Torero Roswell, 625 West Crossville Rd Suite 114 — new owner, full pouring/liquor/beer/wine, Sunday sales
• Bellini Osteria Toscana, 70 West Crossville Rd — new business, full pouring/liquor/beer/wine, Sunday sales
• Outback Steakhouse, 655 Crossville Rd — new licensee, full pouring/liquor/beer/wine, Sunday sales

The board unanimously approved alcoholic beverage licenses for five businesses. Two of the approvals are contingent upon clear background investigations from the Roswell Police Department.

• Approved license for Deccan Spice Indian Cuisine (Unanimous)
• Approved license for Roswell Junction contingent on police background check (Unanimous)
• Approved license for El Torero Roswell without Sunday Sales (Unanimous)
• Approved license for Bellini Osteria Toscana contingent on police background check (Unanimous)
• Approved license for Outback Steakhouse (Unanimous)
• Approved Jan 4, 2024 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Roswell Recreation Commission - Work Session

The Roswell Recreation Commission will consider amending eight recreation policies so their wording matches the City Ordinance, splitting policy 1114 into two, rescinding policy 1124 on enforcement, and adding a new policy 1129 for future ordinance updates. The changes are informational and have no financial impact.

• Amend policies 1112, 1116, 1118, 1120, 1122, 1126, 1128 to match City Ordinance
• Split policy 1114 into 1114 Recreation Commission and new 1115 Commission Meetings and Attendance
• Rescind policy 1124 Enforcement (Park Police now under Police Department)
• New policy 1129 Revision to City Ordinance for automatic policy updates
• No financial impact

The Roswell Recreation Commission met in a work session on February 1, 2024, and adjourned at 7:00 PM. The agenda listed a consideration to amend several recreation policies and city ordinance provisions, but the minutes record no decision, vote, or discussion on that item. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural only.

Roswell Recreation Commission - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Recreation Commission will vote on several policy amendments to align its Recreation and Parks Policies and Procedure Manual with the City Ordinance, including splitting Policy 1114 into two policies and rescinding Policy 1124. The commission will also receive a capital project list and discuss upcoming meetings.

• Amend policies 1112, 1116, 1118, 1120, 1122, 1126, 1128 to match city ordinance
• Split Policy 1114 into 1114 (Recreation Commission) and 1115 (Commission Meetings and Attendance)
• Rescind Policy 1124 (Enforcement)
• Adopt new Policy 1129 (Revision to City Ordinance)
• Review Capital Project List 02.1.2024

The Roswell Recreation Commission unanimously approved amendments to seven policies in the Recreation and Parks Policies and Procedure Manual to align with City Ordinance. They also approved splitting one policy into two, rescinded an enforcement policy, and adopted a new policy with a specific deference clause. Additionally, the Commission approved moving the April 4 meeting to April 11.

• Approved 1.4.24 Minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved amendments to Policies 1112, 1116, 1118, 1120, 1122, 1126, and 1128 (Unanimous)
• Approved splitting Policy 1114 into Policies 1114 and 1115 (Unanimous)
• Approved rescinding Policy 1124, Enforcement (Unanimous)
• Approved new Policy 1129 with added deference statement (Unanimous)
• Approved moving April 4 meeting to April 11

Mayor and Council - Open Forum

The Roswell Mayor and Council will hold an open forum following a special called meeting. The main business item is a recommendation to approve the final plat for East Village, a 74-unit townhome development at 2600 Holcomb Bridge Road. The meeting also includes a veteran proclamation, a report on upcoming city events, and a recommendation to close the meeting for discussions on personnel, litigation, and real estate.

• Final plat for East Village, 74 townhome units at 2600 Holcomb Bridge Road
• Proclamation naming U.S. Navy Machinist's Mate Second Class George Fox as Esteemed Veteran of Roswell
• Upcoming events in the City of Roswell
• Recommendation for closure to discuss personnel, litigation, and real estate

The Roswell Mayor and Council deferred the final plat for the East Village development at 2600 Holcomb Bridge Road until February 12, 2024. They unanimously approved a recommendation to close the meeting to discuss personnel, litigation, and real estate matters. A proclamation honoring U.S. Navy Machinist's Mate Second Class George Fox was read during the Mayor's Report.

• Final Plat - East Village, 2600 Holcomb Bridge Road deferred (Unanimous)
• Recommendation for Closure to Discuss Personnel, Litigation and Real Estate approved (Unanimous)
• Proclamation for 'Esteemed Veteran of Roswell' Award to George Fox read

Mayor and Council - Special Called Meeting

The Roswell Mayor and Council will hold a special called meeting to hear three appeals of denied massage establishment licenses at specific addresses. The appeals are presented by the Chief of Police. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Appeal of denial of massage establishment license at 463 Atlanta Street, Suite C
• Appeal of denial of massage establishment license at 861 Holcomb Bridge Road, Suite 102
• Appeal of denial of massage establishment license at 880 Holcomb Bridge Road, Suite 105B

The Mayor and Council reviewed three appeals regarding denied massage establishment licenses. No final approvals or denials were issued during the meeting.

• Appeal for 463 Atlanta Street, Suite C taken under advisement
• Appeal for 861 Holcomb Bridge Road, Suite 102 continued to 2/12/2024
• Appeal for 880 Holcomb Bridge Road, Suite 105B continued to 2/12/2024

Planning Commission - Special Called Meeting

The Roswell Planning Commission is holding a special called meeting to consider a single agenda item: the final plat for East Village, a 74-unit townhome development at 2600 Holcomb Bridge Road. Staff recommends approval, and the commission's recommendation will go to the Mayor and City Council.

• Final plat review for East Village, 2600 Holcomb Bridge Road
• 74 townhome units proposed
• Staff recommendation: approval
• Recommendation to be forwarded to Mayor and City Council

The Planning Commission met on January 26, 2024. The only agenda item was a discussion regarding the East Village Final Plat, but no motions were made and no actions were taken.

Historic Preservation Commission - Work Session

The Roswell Historic Preservation Commission is holding a work session to discuss a single item: HPC20234445, concerning 801 Atlanta Street. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.

• Discussion of HPC20234445 - 801 Atlanta Street

The Historic Preservation Commission met in a work session on January 23, 2024, and discussed item HPC20234445 at 801 Atlanta Street. The minutes state this was an informational meeting with no motions or actions taken. The meeting was called to order at 12:05 PM and adjourned at 12:40 PM. No substantive decisions were recorded.

Committees of Council - Com. Dev. and Transportation Regular Meeting

The Community Development and Transportation Committee will consider three transportation items: converting a portion of Horton Drive to a one-way entrance from SR-9, updating the Traffic Calming Program policy to allow vertical deflection treatments like speed humps, and accepting the FY2024 Road Resurfacing List. The meeting also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes. No community development action items are on the agenda.

• Consider converting Horton Drive at SR-9/Alpharetta Highway to one-way southbound entrance only (est. cost under $2,000)
• Update Traffic Calming Program policy to allow speed humps, cushions, and tables/raised crosswalks
• Accept FY2024 Road Resurfacing List
• Approve minutes of December 12, 2023 committee meeting

The Community Development and Transportation Committee approved three items to be moved forward to the Mayor and Council for final action. These include changes to Horton Drive access, traffic calming policies, and the FY2024 road resurfacing list.

• Approved minutes from December 12, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved moving proposal to convert part of Horton Drive to one-way or southbound entrance only to Mayor and Council (Unanimous)
• Approved moving update to Traffic Calming Program policy regarding vertical deflection treatments to Mayor and Council (Unanimous)
• Approved moving FY2024 Road Resurfacing List to Mayor and Council (Unanimous)

Mayor and Council - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Mayor and Council will consider two significant contracts: a $244,000.25 facilities condition assessment with Bureau Veritas Technical Services, LLC, and a $479,880 stormwater lining project with Vortex Services, LLC. They will also hold first readings on text amendments regarding massage/spa establishments and water conservation, and consider a final plat for East Village at 2600 Holcomb Bridge Road. Several proclamations and recognitions are scheduled, and the meeting includes a closed session for personnel, litigation, and real estate.

• Contract with Bureau Veritas Technical Services, LLC for Facilities Condition Assessment in the amount of $244,000.25
• Contract with Vortex Services, LLC for three Stormwater Lining projects not to exceed $479,880
• Final Plat approval for East Village, 2600 Holcomb Bridge Road
• Text amendment (first reading) regarding Massage and Spa Establishments in the Unified Development Code
• Text amendment (first reading) to Chapter 24 on Plumbing and Water Conservation and Lawn Irrigation

The Mayor and Council approved contracts for facilities assessment and stormwater lining. They also passed first readings for text amendments regarding massage establishments, water conservation, and park fire prohibitions.

• Approved $244,000.25 contract with Bureau Veritas Technical Services, LLC for Facilities Condition Assessment (Unanimous)
• Approved contract with Vortex Services, LLC for stormwater lining projects not to exceed $479,880 (Unanimous)
• Approved 1st reading of UDC text amendment regarding Massage and Spa Establishments with additions (Unanimous)
• Approved 1st reading of text amendment to Code of Ordinances regarding plumbing and water conservation (Unanimous)
• Approved rescinding 1952 proclamation fixing Youth Day on the second Saturday in October (Unanimous)
• Approved 1st reading of text amendment prohibiting open fires in parks except in City-installed grills (Unanimous)
• Deferred 400 Vickery Falls Drive item to March 19, 2024 Planning Commission hearing (Unanimous)
• Moved East Village Final Plat to Special Called Planning Commission meeting (Unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission - Work Session

The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a work session with members and city staff. The agenda consists of general discussion and contains no specific project or legislative items.

• General discussion with HPC members and city staff

The Roswell Historic Preservation Commission met in a work session on January 17, 2024, to gather more information on the Historic District. No motions or actions were taken, and the meeting adjourned at 1:00 PM. All six commissioners and the Roswell Historical Society representative were present.

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a preliminary plat for 715 Hardscrabble Road, the site of St. Michael's Catholic Church, to combine two lots into one 6.02-acre lot and dedicate right-of-way along Coleman Drive. The commission will also consider two text amendments to the Unified Development Code, including one that would give the Environmental/Public Works Director sole authority over stormwater management regulations. Additionally, the commission will elect its 2024 chair and vice chair and approve the minutes from a December 2023 special called meeting.

• Preliminary plat for 715 Hardscrabble Road to combine 4.18 and 1.84 acres into one 6.02-acre lot
• Dedication of 0.05 acres of right-of-way along Coleman Drive for a 50-foot right-of-way
• Text amendment to UDC Article 12.5 (Stormwater Management) and Article 13.2 (Review Authority) to allocate sole authority to Environmental/Public Works Director
• Election of 2024 Chair and Vice Chair of the Planning Commission
• Approval of December 1, 2023 Special Called Meeting minutes

The Roswell Planning Commission deferred a preliminary plat for 715 Hardscrabble Road to its February 20, 2024 meeting. It recommended approval, with changes, of two Unified Development Code text amendments — one on stormwater rules and one adding physical therapy to health care establishments and clarifying that massage/spa conditional use approvals do not run with the land. Both recommendations go to the Mayor and Council on February 12, 2024. The Commission also approved December 1, 2023 special meeting minutes and elected Kitty Singleton as chair and Carol Williams as vice chair for 2024.

• Deferred preliminary plat for 715 Hardscrabble Road to 2/20/2024 (unanimous)
• Recommended approval with changes to UDC stormwater revisions (unanimous)
• Recommended approval with changes to UDC text amendment on health care and massage/spa uses (unanimous)
• Approved December 1, 2023 special called meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Kitty Singleton as 2024 chair and Carol Williams as 2024 vice chair

Historic Preservation Commission - Regular Meeting

The Historic Preservation Commission is considering a request for a certificate of appropriateness to construct a new two-story office building. The project includes a first-floor parking deck and a second floor with offices and an outdoor balcony. Community Development staff recommends approval of the project with specific conditions.

• New construction of a 2-story office building at 801 Atlanta Street
• Proposed 9,028 square foot building footprint on a 19,950 square foot lot
• Plan includes 22 parking spaces, including 1 ADA and 2 motorcycle spaces
• Public hearing regarding intrusion on 2003 Historic Properties Map

The Commission unanimously deferred a Certificate of Appropriateness application for Drive Planning at 801 Atlanta Street. The body also unanimously approved the minutes from its previous meeting on December 13, 2023.

• Deferred Certificate of Appropriateness for Drive Planning, 801 Atlanta Street (Unanimous)
• Approved December 13, 2023 minutes (Unanimous)

Committees of Council - Admin. and Fin. and Rec. and Parks Regular Meeting

The Administration, Finance, and Recreation and Parks Committee will consider two action items: resending the 1952 Youth Day proclamation to change the celebration date to the first Saturday in October, and amending city code to prohibit open fires in river parks. The meeting also includes approval of the December 12, 2023 minutes.

• Resend 1952 Youth Day proclamation to move celebration to first Saturday in October
• Amend Municipal Code Section 14.2.4 to prohibit open fires in river parks and related areas
• Approval of December 12, 2023 committee minutes

The committee approved moving two items to the Mayor and Council for further consideration. These include a proposal to resend a 1952 proclamation regarding Youth Day and a recommendation to amend municipal code regarding prohibited activities in parks.

• Approved December 12, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Advanced Youth Day proclamation to Mayor and Council (unanimous)
• Advanced amendment of Municipal Code Section 14.2.4 to Mayor and Council (unanimous)

Committees of Council - Public Safety and Public Works Regular Meeting

The Public Safety and Public Works Committee will vote on awarding two contracts: a $244,000.25 Facilities Condition Assessment to Bureau Veritas Technical Services, LLC, and up to $479,880 for three Stormwater Lining projects to Vortex Services, LLC. The committee will also consider amending city ordinances on plumbing/water conservation and lawn irrigation. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes; no action items are listed for fire or police.

• Award contract to Bureau Veritas Technical Services, LLC for Facilities Condition Assessment (FCA) - $244,000.25
• Award contract to Vortex Services, LLC for three Stormwater Lining projects - not to exceed $479,880
• Amend City Ordinance 24.5.20 (Plumbing and Water Conservation) and 24.5.22 (Conservation Measures Relating to Lawn and Landscape Irrigation)
• Approval of minutes from December 12, 2023 meeting

The Roswell Public Safety and Public Works Committee approved December meeting minutes and voted unanimously to advance three items to the Mayor and Council. The forwarded items include a facilities condition assessment contract, stormwater lining projects, and amendments to plumbing and water conservation ordinances.

• Approved minutes of the December 12, 2023 committee meeting (Unanimous)
• Approved moving Facilities Condition Assessment contract with Bureau Veritas Technical Services ($244,000.25) to Mayor and Council (Unanimous)
• Approved moving Stormwater Lining projects contract with Vortex Services (not to exceed $479,880) to Mayor and Council (Unanimous)
• Approved moving amendments to City Ordinances 24.5.20 and 24.5.22 regarding plumbing and water conservation to Mayor and Council (Unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals - Regular Meeting

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on a request by Bernard McHugh for two variances at 270 Park Bridge Lane to build a detached garage and breezeway. The variances would allow encroachment into the 100-foot undisturbed stream buffer and 150-foot impervious setback. Staff recommends approval with conditions. The board will also consider minutes from the October 12, 2023 meeting.

• Stream buffer variance for 270 Park Bridge Lane to encroach 1,875 sq ft into 100-ft undisturbed buffer and 650 sq ft into 150-ft impervious setback
• Proposed construction: detached garage and breezeway on 0.41-acre RS-12 zoned lot
• Staff recommends approval with stormwater compliance conditions
• Approval of October 12, 2023 BZA minutes

The Board of Zoning Appeals unanimously approved a stream buffer variance for 270 Park Bridge Lane, subject to stormwater compliance conditions. The board also unanimously approved the October 12, 2023 minutes and retained Ian Kowalski as Chair and Jahanzeb Jabbar as Vice Chair for 2024.

• Approved stream buffer variance for 270 Park Bridge Lane (Unanimous)
• Approved October 12, 2023 BZA minutes (Unanimous)
• Retained Ian Kowalski as Chair and Jahanzeb Jabbar as Vice Chair for 2024 (Unanimous)

Mayor and Council - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Mayor and Council will hold a regular meeting on January 8, 2024, featuring the swearing-in of councilmembers and a proclamation. Key business includes approving a resolution to close on the purchase of the property at 1340 Woodstock Road for $4.5 million, and considering a final plat for East Village at 2600 Holcomb Bridge Road. The council will also discuss a text amendment to the Unified Development Code regarding massage and spa establishments, and may enter a closed session for personnel, litigation, and real estate matters.

• Approval of resolution to close on purchase of 1340 Woodstock Road (Christ United Methodist Church property) for $4,500,000
• Final plat approval for East Village at 2600 Holcomb Bridge Road
• Initiation of text amendment to UDC regarding massage and spa establishments
• Election of Mayor Pro-Tem for 2024
• Swearing-in of Councilmembers Beeson, Sells, and Hall

The Mayor and Council swore in three councilmembers and one municipal court judge. The council elected a Mayor Pro-Tem and approved a resolution to close on property at 1340 Woodstock Road.

• Elected William Morthland as Mayor Pro-Tem for 2024 (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-01-01 to execute documents for property closing at 1340 Woodstock Road (4-0)
• Approved initiation of UDC text amendments regarding Massage and Spa Establishments (Unanimous)
• Approved closure to discuss personnel, litigation, and real estate (Unanimous)
• Approved December 18, 2023 Special Called Meeting minutes (4-0)
• Pulled Final Plat for East Village - 2600 Holcomb Bridge Road off agenda

Alcoholic Beverage License Board - Public Hearing

The Roswell Alcoholic Beverage License Board will hold a public hearing to consider new alcohol license applications, including a full pouring license for the Computer Museum of America and a package beer and wine license for a CVS Pharmacy. The board will also approve additional license renewals for 2024 and review minutes from the previous meeting.

• Full Pouring / Liquor, Beer and Wine / Sunday Sales for Computer Museum of America, 5000 Commerce Parkway
• Package / Beer and Wine / Sunday Sales for CVS Pharmacy #3125, 895 Holcomb Bridge Road
• Approval of additional renewals for 2024
• Approval of minutes from December 7, 2023 public hearing

The board approved new alcoholic beverage licenses for the Computer Museum of America and CVS Pharmacy #3125. Additionally, the board approved a list of additional license renewals for 2024.

• Approved full pouring license for Computer Museum of America (Unanimous)
• Approved package license for CVS Pharmacy #3125 (Unanimous)
• Approved additional alcoholic beverage license renewals for 2024 (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from December 7, 2023 meeting (Unanimous)

Roswell Recreation Commission - Work Session

This is a work session of the Roswell Recreation Commission. The agenda contains only a call to order and adjournment, with no listed discussion items. A possible quorum of the Mayor and City Council may be present.

• Possible quorum of Mayor and City Council

The provided minutes for the January 4, 2024, work session do not record any motions, votes, or substantive decisions. The document lists the attendees and meeting location only.

Roswell Recreation Commission - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Recreation Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve the October 5, 2023 minutes, discuss the newly selected registration system, review the capital project list, and set upcoming meeting dates. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Approval of 10-5-23 minutes
• Discussion of newly selected registration system
• Capital Project List 01.04.2024
• Upcoming meetings: Work Session and Meeting on Feb 1, 2024
• Possible closure for personnel, litigation, and real estate discussion

The Commission approved the minutes from the October 5, 2023 meeting. Members discussed a new registration software system and a recommendation for closure to discuss personnel, litigation, and real estate.

• Approved 10-5-23 Minutes (4-0)

Design Review Board - Regular Meeting

The Alcoholic Beverage License Board holds a public hearing to consider new alcohol license applications, including a full pouring license for the Computer Museum of America and a package beer and wine license for a CVS Pharmacy. The board will also approve additional license renewals for 2024 and review minutes from the previous meeting.

• Full pouring liquor, beer and wine license with Sunday sales for Computer Museum of America at 5000 Commerce Parkway
• Package beer and wine license with Sunday sales for CVS Pharmacy #3125 at 895 Holcomb Bridge Road
• Approval of additional 2024 license renewals
• Approval of December 7, 2023 meeting minutes

The board approved new alcoholic beverage licenses for the Computer Museum of America and CVS Pharmacy #3125. Additionally, the board unanimously approved a list of additional license renewals for 2024.

• Approved full pouring license for Computer Museum of America (unanimous)
• Approved package license for CVS Pharmacy #3125 (unanimous)
• Approved additional alcoholic beverage license renewals for 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from December 7, 2023 meeting (unanimous)