Mableton public meetings in 2024
38 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
This is a work session of the Mableton City Council. The agenda includes only standard procedural items such as roll call, invocation, and discussion of agenda items, with no specific ordinances, contracts, or public hearings listed. A possible executive session is noted for legal, real estate, or personnel matters.
- Discussion of agenda items (no specifics listed in agenda)
- Pre-regular meeting agenda review
- Possible executive session for litigation, real estate, or personnel
- Invocation and pledge deferred to the 6:30 PM regular meeting
The City Council held a work session to review the upcoming regular meeting agenda, discussing the proposed Solid Waste Management Ordinance, code enforcement staffing, and a planning conference. No formal votes were taken; the council will proceed with a first read of the ordinance that night, a public hearing on January 7, and potential approval on January 22. The meeting adjourned with a 6-0 vote.
- Moved agenda item 10d to New Business as item 12j
- No executive session held for work session
- Scheduled first read of Solid Waste Management Ordinance for that night
- Scheduled public hearing on Solid Waste Ordinance for January 7, 2025
- Scheduled potential approval of Solid Waste Ordinance for January 22, 2025
- Adjourned meeting (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council will discuss the creation of a new Solid Waste Management chapter for the city code. The body is also deciding on several contracts for city services, vehicle purchases, and banking agreements.
- Purchase of three fleet vehicle trucks from Wade Ford for $171,522 (not to exceed $175,000)
- First read of an ordinance creating Chapter 12, Solid Waste Management
- Agreement with Lake Lanier Island and Conference vendors for 2025 Spring Planning Conference for $22,500
- Resolution authorizing Cobb Housing Authority to operate the Turnkey down payment assistance program
- Agreement with Network Cabling Infrastructures, LLC for AV installation at 1245 Veterans Memorial Highway
The Mableton City Council approved the purchase of three fleet vehicles for the new Code Enforcement Department at a cost of $171,522 (not to exceed $175,000). The council also approved several appointments, including Dr. Michael Q. Fité to the Board of Cobb and Douglas County Public Health and Corey Ferguson to the Mableton Development Authority. A first reading of a solid waste management ordinance was held, with a public hearing scheduled for January 7, 2025. All votes were unanimous (7-0).
- Approved purchase of three fleet trucks for Code Enforcement, $171,522 (7-0)
- Appointed Dr. Michael Q. Fité to Board of Cobb and Douglas County Public Health (7-0)
- Appointed Corey Ferguson to Mableton Development Authority (7-0)
- Approved moving funds from Piedmont Bank to Truist Bank (7-0)
- Approved resolution authorizing Cobb Housing Authority to operate Turnkey down payment assistance program (7-0)
- Approved participation in Chang vs Milton amicus brief (7-0)
- Approved adding Dec 31, 2024 as city holiday (7-0)
- Approved AV installation contract with NCI, not to exceed $145,000 (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
General
The Mableton Urban Redevelopment Agency will consider designating a vice-chairman and approving a bond resolution and intergovernmental agreement with the City of Mableton. The meeting also allows for executive session on litigation, real estate, personnel, and exemptions.
- Designation of Vice-Chairman
- Approval of Bond Resolution and Intergovernmental Agreement with the City of Mableton
The Mableton Urban Redevelopment Agency approved a bond resolution including an Intergovernmental Agreement with the City of Mableton. The board also administered oaths of office to commissioners and elected a vice-chairman. All votes were unanimous (6-0) except the vice-chair election, which was 3-2.
- Approved bond resolution and IGA with City of Mableton (6-0)
- Elected Commissioner Jeffcoat as Vice-Chairman (3-2)
- Administered Oath of Office to commissioners (except Ferguson, absent)
- Approved agenda with added item for Oath of Office (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
General
The City Council will hold a work session to review reports on HR, community development, and communication functions. Members will discuss the purchase of code enforcement vehicles and an agreement with the Mableton Urban Redevelopment Agency.
- Intergovernmental Agreement with the Mableton Urban Redevelopment Agency
- Purchase of Code Enforcement Vehicles presentation
- AV Equipment presentation for 1245 Veterans Memorial Hwy
- Discussion on HB 581
- HR Knowledge Source (HRKS) Report
The Mableton City Council held a work session on December 9, 2024, where they discussed several items but took only one formal vote: authorizing a bond resolution including an intergovernmental agreement with the Mableton Urban Redevelopment Agency (6-0). Other items were discussed but not voted on, including HR consultant updates, AV equipment costs, interim communications functions, business license fee exemptions, purchase of electric code enforcement vehicles, and HB 581 property tax opt-out. The council also gave direction to exempt business license applicants from fines and late fees for applications submitted on or before March 1, 2025.
- Authorized bond resolution with Mableton Urban Redevelopment Agency (6-0)
- Directed exemption from fines/late fees for business license applications submitted by March 1, 2025
- Discussed but did not vote on AV equipment purchase for 1245 Veterans Memorial Hwy
- Discussed but did not vote on purchase of 3 Ford Lightning trucks for code enforcement
- Discussed but did not vote on HB 581 property tax opt-out
- Discussed but did not vote on interim communications plan
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Mableton City Council is meeting for a work session that includes routine procedural items such as roll call, invocation, and agenda review. No substantive decisions, ordinances, or public hearings are listed on the agenda. The session is primarily preparatory for a future regular meeting.
- No specific rezonings, contracts, or fee changes are listed for discussion or decision
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The Mableton City Council will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including updates to the 2025 meeting schedule, employee benefit plan, classification and pay plan, and rollover time limits. Council members will also vote on contracts for low‑voltage system installation (up to $90,000) and furniture procurement (up to $104,000). Additional items include the creation of new building code chapters, a new zoning code and map, and an agreement with Piper Sandler & Company for financial advisory services.
- Approval of a contract up to $104,000 for furniture at the Administrative Services Building, 1245 Veterans Memorial Highway
- Approval of a contract up to $90,000 for low‑voltage systems at 6116 Mableton Parkway, Suite 140 & 144 and 1245 Veterans Memorial Highway
- Second Read of an ordinance creating Chapter 8, Building and Construction of the City Code of Ordinances
- Second Read of an ordinance amending Chapter 10, Planning and Zoning, establishing a Mableton Zoning Code and Zoning Map
- Resolution updating the City of Mableton's Classification and Pay Plan
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
General
City officials met for a two-day conference to discuss conflict resolution and the city's service transition. The event included updates on statutory requirements, ordinances, and hiring plans.
- Conflict resolution training by guest speaker David Anderson Hooker
- Review of statutory requirements for transition and ordinance updates
- City Manager report on service transition status and hiring plan
- Discussion of space options and Comprehensive Plan update
- Review of Intergovernmental Agreements (IGA), Memorandums of Understanding (MOU), and Service Delivery Strategies (SDS)
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings to establish a new zoning code, zoning map, and building and construction ordinances. The body will also consider appointments for the Board of Ethics and Planning Commission, as well as the nomination of a Community Development Director.
- Public hearing for an ordinance creating Chapter 8, Building and Construction
- Public hearing for an ordinance establishing a Mableton Zoning Code and Zoning Map
- Public hearing for an ordinance creating Chapter 10, Article 3, Review and Decision-Making Bodies
- Resolution to authorize investment in the Georgia Fund 1 - Local Government Investment Pool (LGIP)
- Nomination and appointment of Community Development Director
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Mableton City Council will hold a work session on October 9, 2024 at 5:15 PM. Council members will review agenda items, conduct a pre‑regular‑meeting agenda review, and make announcements. If needed, an executive session may be called to discuss litigation, real‑estate matters, personnel issues, and other statutory exemptions.
- Review of agenda items and discussion
- Pre‑regular meeting agenda review
- Announcements
- Potential executive session for litigation, real‑estate, personnel, and miscellaneous exemptions
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will review the first reading of ordinances to establish a zoning code, zoning map, and building and construction regulations. The body is also considering a construction contract for 6116 Mableton Parkway and funding for administrative offices.
- Contract award for construction services at 6116 Mableton Parkway with CSC General Contractors, Inc.
- Funding for administrative office build-out at 1245 Veterans Memorial Highway
- First read of an ordinance creating Chapter 8, Building and Construction
- First read of an ordinance creating Chapter 10, Article I, Planning and Zoning, including a zoning code and map
- Report from South Cobb Library Regional Manager Jo Lahmon
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
General
The Mableton City Council will hold a work session to discuss a proposed new zoning code, review construction contracts, and receive updates on administrative offices and financial reports.
- Review of ordinance creating new Mableton zoning code
- Construction contract for 6116 Operations
- Update on 1245 Veterans Memorial Administrative Offices
- Quarterly Financial Report
- Review of October 9th Regular Meeting Agenda
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
General
The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider the approval of the FY 2025 Spending Plan for the period of October 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025. The body will also review employee benefit plans and a lease for administrative offices.
- Public hearing and approval of FY 2025 Spending Plan
- Lease Agreement for administrative offices at 1245 Veterans Memorial Highway, Suite 20
- Ordinance and Adoption Agreement for Georgia Municipal Employees Benefit System (GMEBS) Retirement Plan
- Resolution and Adoption Agreement for Georgia Municipal Association 457 (b) Deferred Compensation Plan
- Resolution establishing the 2025 City Holiday Schedule
The Mableton City Council approved the FY 2025 Spending Plan for October 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025, with a 7-0 vote. The plan includes a $950,000 capital spending line and a $550,000 debt service estimate for the URA bond. An amendment to rename the 'miscellaneous' line item to 'contingency' failed due to lack of a second. The council also approved the GMEBS retirement plan, a 457(b) deferred compensation plan, and the 2025 holiday schedule.
- Approved FY 2025 Spending Plan (7-0)
- Amendment to rename 'miscellaneous' to 'contingency' failed (no second)
- Approved GMEBS Retirement Plan ordinance (7-0)
- Approved GMA 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan resolution (7-0)
- Approved 2025 Holiday Schedule resolution (7-0)
- Authorized mayor to extend/terminate property sale agreements (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda including lease for 1245 Veterans Memorial Hwy (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Mableton City Council held a work session to hear a budget update presented by Shawn Gillen of Sumter Local Government Consulting. Council members also reviewed the agenda for the upcoming regular meeting and made announcements. An executive session may be called to discuss litigation, real‑estate, personnel and other exemptions under Georgia law.
- Budget Update presentation by Shawn Gillen, PhD, Sumter Local Government Consulting
- Pre‑regular meeting agenda review
- Announcements
- Potential executive session for litigation (real‑estate, personnel, exemptions) under O.C.G.A. 50‑14‑3
The City Council held a work session to review a corrected end-of-year financial report for FY2024, which showed revenues of $5,818,265 and expenses of $1,247,954 after reclassifications. The City Manager presented the first month of FY2025 activities and a proposed FY2025 spending plan, but no formal votes were taken. The spending plan is expected to be brought back at a future regular meeting.
- Reviewed corrected FY2024 financial report (no vote)
- Discussed FY2025 spending plan presentation (no vote)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council will receive a presentation on the FY 2025 spending plan and consider a first read of an ordinance for the Municipal Employees Benefit System retirement plan. The body will also discuss an intergovernmental agreement between the Mableton Development Authority and the city.
- Mableton FY 2025 Spending Plan presentation
- First read of Ordinance for Municipal Employees Benefit System (GMEBS) Retirement Plan
- Ratification of contract with consultant Chris Pike for financial services
- CBI funding for furniture for 6116 Mableton Parkway
- Proposed IGA between Mableton Development Authority (MDA) and City of Mableton
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
General
The City Council will hold a work session to receive updates on specific projects and city boards. Discussions include a report on 6116 Mableton Parkway and an update regarding Six Flags Over Georgia.
- Update on 6116 Mableton Parkway from American Engineers, Inc. (AEI)
- Update on Six Flags Over Georgia from Cobb County Police Department
- Commissions, Authorities, Boards (CABs) update
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
General
The City Council will discuss the establishment of a Purchasing Card (P-Card) program and an agreement with JP Morgan Chase Bank. The body is also considering expenditures for a corporate recruiter and a financial consultant.
- Expenditure of $11,785 for a LinkedIn corporate recruiter's seat
- Financial Consultant Services Agreement with Chris Pike at $3,000/month retainer
- Resolution to authorize a Purchasing Card (P-Card) Policy
- Agreement with JP Morgan Chase Bank for a purchasing card program
- Ordinance amending the Year 2024 Regular Meeting Schedule (Second Read)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
General
The City Council will hold a work session to hear a presentation from the YMCA of Metro Atlanta. Council members will also review the proposed transition of the Cobb County zoning ordinance and map into a Mableton zoning ordinance and draft code.
- YMCA presentation by Lauren Koontz, President and CEO of YMCA of Metro Atlanta
- Review of transition of Cobb County zoning ordinance and map into a Mableton zoning ordinance and draft code (objectives and deliverables)
- Pre‑regular meeting agenda review
- Announcements
- Potential executive session for litigation, personnel, and miscellaneous exemptions
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council is holding a work session to discuss a presentation from the YMCA regarding programs available to Mableton citizens. The meeting also includes a review of the upcoming regular meeting agenda.
- YMCA presentation on citizen programs
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Mableton City Council will hold a public hearing on the draft 2045 Comprehensive Plan and vote on a $14,950 architectural-services contract for future city hall office space at Hawthorne Plaza. Additional items include appointments to the Development Authority and funding for economic development services.
- Public hearing on City of Mableton Comprehensive Plan 2045
- Approval of $14,950 design-services proposal for city hall office space at 1245 Veterans Memorial Highway, Hawthorne Plaza
- Resolution to appoint Greg Fuller to the Mableton Development Authority
- Consideration of ordinance amending 2024 meeting schedule (first reading)
- Approval of funding and intergovernmental agreement for Mableton Development Authority economic development services
🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Mableton City Council is holding a regular meeting with a consent agenda that includes ratifying the hiring of an interim finance consultant. New business includes the city manager's year-end report and a resolution to update the city's classification and pay plan. The meeting also features a presentation on commissions, authorities, and boards.
- Ratification of hiring Dawn Glidden as Interim Finance Operations Consultant
- Resolution updating the City of Mableton's Classification and Pay Plan
- City Manager's End of Year Report and Recommendations
- Overview of Commissions, Authorities, and Boards by Mayor Owens
City Council
The Mableton City Council is holding a special called meeting and public hearing to discuss and consider the Urban Redevelopment Plan 2024, which targets areas along Mableton Parkway and Puckett Drive. The plan aims to address blight and promote redevelopment, potentially using tools like eminent domain. The council will also discuss boards, commissions, and authorities.
- Public hearing on Urban Redevelopment Plan 2024 for areas along Mableton Parkway and Puckett Drive
- Discussion of potential property acquisition and eminent domain for redevelopment
- Consideration of zoning changes and land use objectives for the redevelopment area
- Appointments to boards, commissions, and authorities
City Council
The City Council is holding a work session to discuss the transition of adopting Cobb County's zoning ordinance into a new Mableton city ordinance. The discussion includes goals for streamlining regulations and maintaining current property uses. The agenda also includes an update on the city pension plan.
- Discussion of Planning and Zoning Transition and Comprehensive Plan
- Pension Plan Update
City Council
The City Council is reviewing an ordinance update for hotel-motel excise taxes and an interim FY25 spending plan. Additional items include potential agreements for a comprehensive plan, construction design at 6116 Mableton Parkway, and employee benefit systems.
- Ordinance updating Chapter 7, Article 5 regarding Hotel-Motel Excise Taxes
- Interim FY25 Spending Plan authorization
- Agreement with Grice Consulting Group for the City of Mableton Comprehensive Plan 2045
- Resolution for Georgia Municipal Employees Benefit System (Defined Benefit and 457 Plans)
- American Engineers agreement for design and construction of 6116 Mableton Parkway
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council will hold a work session to review upcoming items for the regular agenda. The meeting includes provisions for an executive session regarding litigation, real estate, or personnel matters if needed.
- Pre-review of upcoming regular agenda meeting items
City Council
The City Council will consider establishing an Urban Redevelopment Agency and its membership. Additionally, the council is reviewing a professional planning firm request for the 2045 Comprehensive Plan.
- RFQ 24-02 for Professional Planning Firm services for the 2045 Comprehensive Plan
- Ordinance updating Hotel-Motel Excise Taxes
- Financial Services Contracts negotiation and execution
- Purchase of furniture according to the City spending plan
- Resolution establishing the Mableton Urban Redevelopment Agency
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Mableton City Council will review a first reading of a new zoning ordinance and a concept plan for 6116 Mableton Parkway SW. The council will also consider selecting a planning firm for the 2045 Comprehensive Plan and updating the city's pay plan.
- First reading of an ordinance creating Appendix A, Zoning
- Concept plan presentation for 6116 Mableton Parkway SW, Suite 144
- Approval of RFQ 24-02 for a professional planning firm (Comprehensive Plan 2045)
- Approval of Statement of Work with The Recruitment Alliance and HR Knowledge Source
- Resolution updating the city's preliminary classification and pay plan
City Council
This meeting is a work session for the Mableton City Council. The agenda consists of procedural items, including a pre-review of items for an upcoming regular agenda meeting and discussions regarding work session meetings.
- Pre-review of upcoming regular agenda meeting items
City Council
The City Council is considering a professional planning firm contract and updates to the city's pay plan. Discussion also includes an amendment to the city's Ethics Ordinance regarding board composition.
- First Read: Ordinance amending Chapter 2 regarding oaths
- RFQ 24-02: Professional Planning Firm for the 2045 Comprehensive Plan
- Resolution updating the City of Mableton Preliminary Classification and Pay Plan
- Discussion on extension of business licensing late fees and penalties
City Council
The City Council is considering a second reading of an ordinance to create a Code of Ethics. The body will also consider a professional services agreement for planning, zoning, and training services.
- Ordinance creating Chapter 2, Administration, Article III, Code of Ethics
- Professional Services Agreement with Institute of Building Technology and Safety (ITBS)
- Resolution RES 2024-04-03 recognizing Georgia Cities Week
- Resolution RES 2024-04-02 adopting an Agenda Item Submittal and Posting Process Policy
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council will hold a work session to review the agenda and conduct announcements. The meeting may include an executive session regarding litigation, real estate, personnel, or other exemptions.
- Agenda review for April 10, 2024
- Potential executive session for litigation, real estate, or personnel
City Council
The Mableton City Council will review a transit referendum presentation from Cobb DOT. The council is also considering ordinances regarding the city's code of ethics, finance chapter, and transitional spending plan. Additionally, members will vote on new software contracts for agenda management and financial services.
- CivicPlus agenda management software contract for $21,896
- BS&A financial software (ERP) contract for $105,910
- Transit Referendum presentation by Cobb DOT Director Drew Raessler
- Second reading of ordinances for the City Code of Ethics and Finance Chapter
- Resolution RES2024-04-01 to update the preliminary classification and pay plan
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City of Mableton is conducting a multi-day planning conference focused on transitional activities and future operations. Scheduled sessions include discussions on zoning, code enforcement, solid waste management, and recreational facilities. The agenda also covers budget calendar overviews and the city's comprehensive plan.
- Planning and zoning transition sessions
- Code enforcement and solid waste management planning
- Budget calendar and internal financial controls overview
- Comprehensive plan and 2024 roadmap discussion
City Council
The Mableton City Council will hold a worksession to discuss the city's records management policy and procedures. The council will also review the city's agenda management policy.
- City of Mableton Records Management Policy and Procedures
- City of Mableton Agenda Management Policy
City Council
The Mableton City Council will meet to consider appointing Bill Tanks as City Manager. The agenda also includes a proposed agreement with Ikon Filmworks for meeting video services.
- Appointment of Bill Tanks as City Manager
- Agreement with Ikon Filmworks for video services
- City annual and sick leave accrual schedules
- Employee insurance plans under GMEBS
- Selection of two voting delegates for the Cobb Municipal Association
City Council
The council will hold a first reading of an ordinance to establish financial policies within the City Code. Discussion items include Georgia Interlocal Risk Management Agency membership and city employment screening services. An executive session is also scheduled for matters involving litigation, real estate, and personnel.
- First reading of ordinance creating Article 5 (Finance) of the City Code
- Discussion on Georgia Interlocal Risk Management Agency membership
- Discussion on city employment screening services
City Council
The City Council is considering a resolution to authorize the Mayor to waive occupation tax penalties, interest, and late fees through April 30, 2024. The agenda also includes a second reading of an ordinance granting a franchise to Georgia Power Company.
- Resolution authorizing membership in the Georgia Interlocal Risk Management Agency
- Authorization for Mayor Owens to finalize employment screening services
- Discussion regarding waiving occupation tax penalties, interest, and late fees through April 30, 2024
- Ordinance granting a franchise to Georgia Power Company
City Council
The City Council is reviewing several new business items including an intergovernmental agreement for zoning and a request for hotel motel tax authorization. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the city's comprehensive plan scope of work and updates on retirement plans.
- Resolution approving an intergovernmental agreement with Cobb County for zoning verifications
- Resolution requesting authorization for an 8% Hotel Motel Tax
- Ordinance establishing a 2024 regular meeting schedule
- Discussion of the City of Mableton Comprehensive Plan Scope of Work and Request for Qualifications
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council is conducting an organizational meeting to establish the city's annual schedule. Items include setting the regular meeting calendar, establishing the holiday closure schedule, and electing a Mayor Pro Tempore.
- Ordinance establishing the 2024 regular meeting schedule
- Resolution establishing the 2024 city holiday schedule
- Resolution to elect a Mayor Pro Tempore