Mableton public meetings in 2024
39 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
The City Council held a work session to review the agenda for the November 13th regular meeting. No substantive votes were taken during this session; the meeting consisted of discussions regarding upcoming appointments, meeting schedules, and proposed contracts.
🗳️ 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
The Mableton City Council approved the city's inaugural Ethics Board, established the Year 2025 regular meeting schedule, and adopted the new Chapter 8 Building and Construction Code along with a zoning map and fee schedule. The council also authorized multiple contracts including low-voltage installation up to $90,000, administrative furniture for $104,000, and financial advisory services.
- Approved agenda (5-0)
- Confirmed appointment of the City's Inaugural Ethics Board (4-1)
- Adopted Year 2025 Regular Meeting Schedule (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance Amending Georgia Municipal Employees Benefit System Defined Benefit Retirement Plan (5-0)
- Approved Resolution Updating the City's Classification and Pay Plan (5-0)
- Approved Resolution Setting Maximum Accrual of Rollover Time for City Employees to 320 Hours (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance Creating Chapter 8 Building and Construction Code and fee schedule (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance Amending Chapter 10 Planning and Zoning, establishing Zoning Code and Map (5-0)
🗳️ 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
The Mableton City Council approved the appointment of Juliana Njoku as the city's first Community Development Director and confirmed the inaugural Planning Commission, both by 7-0 votes. The council also approved a resolution to invest in the Georgia Fund 1 and ratified a construction services agreement with CSC General Contractors. The Ethics Board appointments were deferred to the next meeting.
- Approved appointment of Juliana Njoku as Community Development Director (7-0)
- Approved resolution confirming inaugural Planning Commission appointments (7-0)
- Approved resolution to authorize investment in Georgia Fund 1 (7-0)
- Approved ordinance creating Chapter 10, Article 3, Review and Decision-Making Bodies (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda (7-0)
- Approved resolution appointing Lily Smith and Alison Benson as deputy clerks (7-0)
- Ratified construction services agreement with CSC General Contractors (7-0)
- Deferred Ethics Board appointments to November 13, 2024 (4-3)
🗳️ 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
The Mableton City Council held a work session and entered executive session for litigation, real estate, and personnel. They authorized the mayor to execute an addendum for the purchase and sale of property near 667 and 637 Puckett Drive, extending due diligence by 60 days, moving closing to December 31, 2024, and making half of the earnest money nonrefundable on November 6. The motion passed 6-0, with Councilmember Auch not expressing a vote, which was deemed acquiescence per the city charter.
- Authorized mayor to execute Puckett Drive property addendum (6-0)
- Entered executive session for litigation, real estate, and personnel (6-0)
- Closed executive session (6-0)
- Adjourned meeting (6-0)
🗳️ 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
The Mableton City Council approved a contract with CSC General Contractors, Inc. for construction services at 6116 Mableton Parkway, not to exceed $324,814.05, and authorized the Mayor to negotiate and execute it. The council also approved up to $225,000 in funding for the build-out of 1245 Veterans Memorial Highway for administrative offices. Both votes were 6-0, with Mayor Owens absent and Mayor Pro Tem Jeffcoat presiding. The council held first reads of a new Chapter 8 Building and Construction ordinance and a new Chapter 10 Planning and Zoning ordinance; no adoption votes were taken, with public hearings set for October 23 and possible adoption in November.
- Approved agenda (6-0)
- Approved consent agenda including September 11 work session and September 25 regular meeting minutes (6-0)
- Approved award and authorized Mayor to negotiate and execute contract with CSC General Contractors, Inc. for construction at 6116 Mableton Parkway, not to exceed $324,814.05 (6-0)
- Approved funding not to exceed $225,000 for 1245 Veterans Memorial Highway build-out for administrative offices (6-0)
- Held first read of ordinance creating Chapter 8, Building and Construction; public hearing set for October 23, second read and adoption expected first regular meeting in November
- Held first read of ordinance creating Chapter 10, Article I, Planning and Zoning and zoning map; public hearing October 23, adoption considered first meeting in November
- Adjourned (6-0)
🗳️ 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
The council authorized the mayor to finalize an addendum for the purchase of property near Mableton Parkway for up to $1.4 million (6-1). They also reviewed a construction contract for the 6116 Operations building, discussed the zoning code adoption, and received a quarterly financial report. No formal votes were taken on these latter items during the work session.
- Authorized mayor to execute addendum for property purchase near Mableton Parkway, not to exceed $1.4M (6-1)
- Moved into executive session for litigation, real estate, and personnel (unanimous)
- Closed executive session (unanimous)
🗳️ 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
The Mableton City Council approved the agenda adding the first read of the FY 2025 Spending Plan, which will be effective October 1 to June 30, 2025, with a public hearing scheduled for September 25. The council also approved authorizing the mayor to execute an intergovernmental agreement (IGA) with the Mableton Development Authority (MDA) and approved $54,000 for furniture for 6116 Mableton Parkway. All three motions passed 7-0. The meeting also included a first read of an ordinance for the GMEBS retirement plan, with a second read and adoption planned for a later date.
- Approved agenda adding Item 7c - FY 2025 Spending Plan first read (7-0)
- Approved mayor to execute IGA between Mableton Development Authority and City (7-0)
- Approved $54,000 funding for furniture for 6116 Mableton Parkway (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda including contract ratification and meeting minutes (7-0)
- First read of GMEBS retirement plan ordinance; second read pending
🗳️ 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
The Mableton City Council held a regular meeting with updates on Six Flags safety, the 6116 Mableton Parkway building, and commission appointments. No formal votes were taken on substantive policy items; the only actions were motions to enter and close executive session and to adjourn. The council also directed the city clerk to confirm retirement calculation details with GMA/GMEBS.
- Motion to enter executive session for litigation, real estate, and personnel passed unanimously (7-0)
- Motion to close executive session carried 6-0 (Mayor absent)
- Motion to adjourn passed 6-0 (Mayor absent)
- Council directed clerk to confirm GMA/GMEBS retirement calculation details
🗳️ 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)
The Mableton City Council approved a purchasing card (p-card) policy and authorized the mayor to execute an agreement with JP Morgan Chase for the p-card program, with p-cards not issued until training and procedures are in place. The council also approved an ordinance amending the 2024 regular meeting schedule to add work sessions on September 9, October 7, and December 9. A financial consultant services agreement with Chris Pike was authorized, allowing the mayor to negotiate and execute the final agreement at a rate not exceeding $3,000 per month plus $150 per hour for additional services. The council also approved spending $11,785 for a LinkedIn corporate recruiter seat after reconsidering the item.
- Approved p-card policy resolution (6-0), with p-cards not issued until training and procedures are in place
- Authorized mayor to execute JP Morgan Chase agreement for p-card program (6-0)
- Approved ordinance amending 2024 meeting schedule (6-0), adding work sessions on Sept 9, Oct 7, Dec 9
- Authorized mayor to negotiate and execute financial consultant agreement with Chris Pike (6-0), not to exceed $3,000/month plus $150/hour
- Approved $11,785 expenditure for LinkedIn corporate recruiter seat (6-0)
- Approved consent agenda except item (d) (6-0), which was discussed separately
- Approved agenda (6-0)
- Went into executive session for real estate and personnel (6-0)
🗳️ 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
The Mableton City Council held a work session with presentations from the YMCA of Metro Atlanta and IBTS on the draft Mableton Zoning Code. No formal votes were taken on these items. The council agreed to pull the 1245 Veterans Memorial lease agreement from the August 28 agenda and move it to September 11. They also reviewed other agenda items, including a LinkedIn subscription and a financial consultant agreement.
- Pulled 1245 Veterans Memorial lease agreement from Aug 28 agenda, moved to Sept 11
- Reviewed draft Mableton Zoning Code (326 pages) from IBTS
- Discussed YMCA partnership opportunity for Mableton community center
- Reviewed LinkedIn subscription ($11,785) for agenda
- Reviewed financial consultant agreement with Chris Pike ($3,000/month retainer)
🗳️ 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
The City Council held a work session with no formal votes on substantive items. They reviewed the upcoming regular meeting agenda, including the recommended appointment of Greg Fuller as Six Flags general manager, the contract with GTS Consulting for architectural services for the Mableton Administrative Offices, and the addition of three work sessions. The council also discussed the Comprehensive Plan public hearing process and went into executive session for litigation, real estate, and personnel matters.
- Recommended Greg Fuller for appointment as Six Flags General Manager (no formal vote)
- Contracted GTS Consulting for architectural services for Mableton Administrative Offices
- Added work sessions on September 9, October 7, and December 9 at 6:30 pm
- Moved to executive session for litigation, real estate, and personnel (7-0)
- Closed executive session (7-0)
- Adjourned meeting (7-0)
🗳️ 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
The Mableton City Council approved the agenda as written (7-0) after a motion to move an item to executive session failed. The council appointed Greg Fuller to the Mableton Development Authority (7-0) and approved the consent agenda, including architectural services for future city hall space. The council also authorized the mayor to waive business license penalties through the end of the year (7-0) and discussed the Comprehensive Plan 2045 and a potential conflict of interest regarding the Mayor's Educational Impact Fund, with the city attorney finding no conflict.
- Approved agenda as written (7-0)
- Appointed Greg Fuller to Mableton Development Authority (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda including GTS Consulting architectural services for $14,950 (7-0)
- Authorized mayor to waive business license penalties through Dec 31 (7-0)
- Moved items 12b and 12c to after executive session (7-0)
- Authorized mayor to negotiate funding and IGA for Mableton Development Authority up to $100,000 (unanimous)
🗳️ 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
The Mableton City Council approved a resolution updating the city's Classification and Pay Plan, based on market research by HR Knowledge Source. The council also discussed and provided direction on financial policies, including a budget committee, procurement cards, and purchasing limits. The meeting was largely informational, with the pay plan being the only substantive decision.
- Approved Resolution RES 2024-07-02 updating the Classification and Pay Plan (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including minutes and ratification of interim finance consultant agreement (5-0)
- Deferred Commissions, Authorities, and Boards Overview to August 14 agenda (5-0)
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
The City Council approved an Urban Redevelopment Plan targeting pockets of blight on Mableton Parkway and Puckett Drive. The council also authorized the purchase of property on Puckett Drive and a lease agreement on Veterans Memorial Highway.
- Approved Urban Redevelopment Plan (5-0)
- Authorized purchase of property at 667 and 637 Puckett Drive for up to $800,000 (5-0)
- Authorized lease agreement for property at 1245 Veterans Memorial Highway (5-0)
- Deferred Boards, Commissions, and Authorities item (5-0)
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
The City Council held a work session to review the transition of planning and zoning services from Cobb County to the City of Mableton. The Council also discussed the implementation of a defined benefit pension plan and a 457 voluntary savings plan.
- Directed that the defined benefit plan be retroactive for initial interim employees hired prior to implementation
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
The Mableton City Council approved a 90-day interim FY25 spending plan and authorized a resolution to establish a Defined Benefit Plan and 457 Plan through the Georgia Municipal Employees Benefit System. The Council also approved a consulting agreement for the Comprehensive Plan 2045, updated the hotel-motel excise tax ordinance, and authorized property and lease agreements during an executive session.
- Approved Consent Agenda including June 5, 2024 minutes (7-0)
- Approved resolution for GMEBS Defined Benefit Plan and 457 Plan
- Approved Grice Consulting Group agreement for Comprehensive Plan 2045 (5-2)
- Approved second reading of Hotel-Motel Excise Tax Ordinance updating tax to 8% effective August 1 (7-0)
- Approved American Engineers agreement for design and construction of 6116 Mableton Parkway (Unanimous)
- Deferred ChitChat Communications agreement (Unanimous)
- Tabled amendment to Council meeting calendar for July 22 work session (Unanimous)
- Approved Interim FY25 Spending Plan not to exceed 90 days (7-0)
🗳️ 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
The City Council held a work session to review upcoming agenda items, including a recommendation for a comprehensive plan firm and a proposed hotel-motel tax increase. No final votes were taken on the substantive items discussed, as the session served as a pre-review for the regular meeting.
- Approved 10-minute recess for City Manager to discuss firm selection (7-0)
- Adjourned meeting at 6:30 p.m. (7-0)
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
The Mableton City Council approved RFQ 24-02 for Grice Consulting to conduct services for the Comprehensive Plan 2045 and authorized financial services contracts with Sumter Local Government Services and Rausch Advisory Services not to exceed $120,000. The council also approved the purchase of furniture up to $25,000 and passed resolutions establishing the Mableton Urban Redevelopment Agency and Urban Redevelopment Area.
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved May 22, 2024 Regular Meeting Minutes (unanimous)
- Approved RFQ 24-02 for Grice Consulting for Comprehensive Plan 2045 (4-3)
- Conducted first read of Ordinance Updating Chapter 7, Article 5, Hotel-Motel Excise Taxes
- Approved Mayor to negotiate and execute financial services contracts with Sumter Local Government Services and Rausch Advisory Services, not to exceed $120,000 (7-0)
- Approved City Manager to purchase furniture not to exceed $25,000 (7-0)
- Authorized Mayor to approve agreements for due diligence services for potential land acquisition within the Urban Redevelopment Area (6-1)
- Approved resolution declaring need for Mableton Urban Redevelopment Agency and establishing an Urban Redevelopment Area (6-1)
🗳️ 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 authorized the mayor to execute a lease agreement for office space at 6116 Mableton Parkway. The council also approved a contract with HR Knowledge Source to assist with recruitment and hiring.
- Authorized lease agreement for 6116 Mableton Parkway (Unanimous)
- Approved agreement with HR Knowledge Source (HRKS LLC) for recruitment and onboarding (Unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance Amending Chapter 2 regarding Oaths (Unanimous)
- Approved May 8, 2024 Regular and Work Session minutes (7-0)
- Deferred RFQ 24-02 for Comprehensive Plan 2045 to next meeting (Unanimous)
- Deferred Preliminary Classification and Pay Plan resolution for 30 days (Unanimous)
- Changed June 12th meeting date to June 5th (Unanimous)
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 Manager Bill Tanks proposed longer, centrally located work sessions to allow more time for discussion before regular meetings. The Council reviewed upcoming agenda items, including selecting top three firms for a Comprehensive Plan Request for Qualifications. Mayor Owens recommended deferring the salary pay plan update because 2023 data was not in a searchable format. The meeting adjourned by a 6-0 vote.
- Discussed proposal for longer, centrally located work sessions
- Reviewed upcoming agenda items, including CompPlan RFQ selection
- Recommended deferring pay plan update due to data format issues
- Adjournment motion passed 6-0
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
The City Council approved a lease agreement with the Epicenter and a brokerage agreement with McWhirter Realty Partners LLC. Council also extended the waiver for business license late fees and penalties through August 31, 2024.
- Approved lease agreement with the Epicenter within approved spending plan parameters (6-0)
- Approved non-exclusive brokerage agreement with McWhirter Realty Partners LLC (6-0)
- Authorized waiver of business license penalties and late fees through August 31, 2024 (6-0)
- Approved formation of a selection panel to choose a professional planning firm for Comprehensive Plan 2045
- Deferred Resolution Updating the Preliminary Classification and Pay Plan to May 22, 2024 (6-0)
- Approved April 24, 2024 Regular Meeting Minutes (6-0)
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
The City Council approved an ordinance establishing a Code of Ethics with a randomly selected three-member panel. Council also authorized the Mayor to finalize a professional services agreement with the Institute of Building Technology and Safety (ITBS) for planning and zoning transitions.
- Approved Ethics Code ordinance with three-member random selection panel (5-2)
- Approved Professional Services Agreement with Institute of Building Technology and Safety (ITBS) for planning and zoning services (Unanimous)
- Approved Resolution RES2024-04-03 recognizing Georgia Cities Week (Unanimous)
- Approved Resolution RES2024-04-02 adopting Agenda Item Submittal and Posting Process Policy (Unanimous)
- Approved April 10, 2024 Regular Meeting and Work Session minutes (Unanimous)
🗳️ 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
The April 10, 2024 City Council work session was a discussion-only meeting with no substantive votes recorded. Council reviewed the regular meeting agenda, and City Manager Tanks explained a spending plan amendment moving $300,000 from Fund Balance to the City Manager's Budget to start a facility workspace, with Councilmember Ferguson saying he wanted updated numbers and more funding possibly requested later. Council also discussed proposed financial software and a proposed Ethics Ordinance, including how the Mableton Charter addresses ethics board membership and selection. The meeting adjourned after a motion by Councilmember Ferguson, seconded by Councilmember Oladapo.
- No substantive decisions or votes recorded; work session discussion only
- Reviewed the April 10, 2024 regular meeting agenda
- Discussed $300,000 moved from Fund Balance to City Manager's Budget for facility workspace; no vote recorded
- Discussed proposed financial software integration and security; no vote recorded
- Discussed proposed Ethics Ordinance and Charter interpretation of ethics board membership; no vote recorded
- Adjourned by motion of Councilmember Ferguson, seconded by Councilmember Oladapo
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
City Council adopted a new finance ordinance to establish long- and short-term financial goals. The council also approved funding for agenda management and financial software, as well as an update to the city's pay plan. A proposed Code of Ethics ordinance was tabled for further revision.
- Approved Ordinance creating Article V, Finance, of the City Code (6-0)
- Approved CivicPlus Agenda Management Software not to exceed $25,000 (6-0)
- Approved BS&A Financial Software (ERP) not to exceed $105,910.22 (6-0)
- Approved RES2024-04-01 updating the Preliminary Classification and Pay Plan (6-0)
- Approved ORD2024-04-02 amending the Transitional Spending Plan (6-0)
- Tabled Code of Ethics ordinance for further editing (5-1)
- Approved Records Management Policy (6-0)
- Authorized Mayor to negotiate city manager employment agreement (6-0)
🗳️ 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
At a three-day planning conference March 22-24, 2024, the Mableton City Council made one formal decision: it unanimously voted to cancel the March 27, 2024 Council meeting. The rest of the session was informational, covering the city's transition roadmap, planning and zoning, code enforcement, solid waste management, parks, internal financial controls, the budget calendar, and the Comprehensive Plan 2045. No other motions or votes are recorded in the minutes.
- Cancelled the March 27, 2024 Council meeting (unanimous)
- Adjourned the meeting (motion by Jeffcoat, seconded by Herndon)
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
The City Council held a work session to discuss proposed policies for records management and agenda management. No final votes were taken; both policies were sent for attorney review before being placed on the April 10 agenda.
- Directed updates to Records Management Policy regarding Georgia Archives and NIST links
- Directed updates to Agenda Management Policy regarding laptop use and paper reduction
- Agreed to post meeting agendas on Fridays
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
The City Council appointed Bill Tanks as the city's first City Manager. The council also approved employee leave and insurance plans and a contract for meeting video services.
- Appointed Bill Tanks as City Manager (7-0)
- Approved annual and sick leave accrual schedules and employee insurance plans under GMEBS
- Approved agreement with Ikon Filmworks for video services not to exceed $1,450 per meeting
- Appointed Councilmember Ferguson and Mayor Pro Tem Jeffcoat as voting delegates to the Cobb Municipal Association
City Council
The Mableton City Council unanimously approved the city's membership in the Cobb Municipal Association. During a closed executive session, Mayor Owens announced that Bill Tanks is the sole finalist for the City Manager position after reviewing 29 applications. The council unanimously voted to declare Tanks as the sole finalist.
- Approved City membership in Cobb Municipal Association (unanimous)
- Entered Executive Session for litigation, real estate, and personnel matters (unanimous)
- Declared Bill Tanks as sole finalist for City Manager position (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
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
The City Council conducted a first read of an ordinance to create Article 5, Finance, of the City Code of Ordinances. Members discussed proposed insurance coverage with the Georgia Interlocal Risk Management Agency and employment screening services. No formal votes were recorded for the proposed ordinance or service agreements.
- First read of Ordinance Creating Article 5, Finance, of Chapter 2, Administration
- Discussed $16,073 yearly premium for Georgia Interlocal Risk Management Agency coverage
- Discussed employment screening services from Chekr, Secure Hire, and Paycom
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
The Mableton City Council approved a resolution to join the Georgia Interlocal Risk Management Agency and authorized Mayor Owens to finalize employment screening services. It also authorized Mayor Owens to waive occupation tax penalties, interest and late fees through April 30, 2024, and to finalize and execute a franchise agreement with Georgia Power. All votes were unanimous, and the meeting included public comments on warming centers, housing, and financial statements.
- Approved resolution authorizing membership in the Georgia Interlocal Risk Management Agency (unanimous)
- Authorized Mayor Owens to finalize employment screening services (unanimous)
- Authorized Mayor Owens to waive occupation tax penalties, interest and late fees through April 30, 2024 (unanimous)
- Authorized mayor, in consultation with city attorney, to finalize negotiations and execute Georgia Power franchise agreement (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda including January 24, 2024 special called meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
- Entered executive session for litigation, real estate, personnel, and exemptions (unanimous, 7:27 p.m.)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous, 10:08 p.m.)
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
The Mableton City Council voted 5-2 to table a resolution establishing mayoral committees until transparency provisions are added. It unanimously approved a 2024 meeting schedule keeping meetings at the Riverside EpiCenter, an intergovernmental agreement with Cobb County for $25 zoning verifications, and a request to the General Assembly for an 8% hotel-motel tax. The council also authorized the mayor to send out a Request for Qualifications for the Mableton 2045 Comprehensive Plan, with costs up to $500,000, and approved a GMA cost study and retirement benefit package.
- Tabled Resolution Establishing Committees for Effective Governance (5-2; nays Auch, Owens)
- Approved Ordinance Establishing a Year 2024 Regular Meeting Schedule (unanimous)
- Approved Intergovernmental Agreement with Cobb County for Zoning Verifications at $25 per verification (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution to General Assembly Requesting Authorization for 8% Hotel Motel Tax (unanimous)
- Approved mayor to send Request for Qualifications for Mableton 2045 Comprehensive Plan, cost up to $500,000 (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda of five prior meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Authorized mayor to approve GMA cost study and retirement benefit package (unanimous)
- Adjourned at 10:45 p.m. (7-0)
🗳️ 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
The City Council elected a Mayor Pro Tempore and approved the official city holiday schedule for 2024. The council held a first reading for a 2024 regular meeting schedule, though no action was taken on that item.
- Elected Councilmember Keisha Jeffcoat as Mayor Pro Tem (5-2-2)
- Approved 2024 City Holiday Schedule (unanimous)
- Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)