Marietta public meetings in 2020
27 substantive meetings from 2020, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
JUDICIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEE
The Judicial Legislative Committee is holding a public hearing and second reading on charter amendments regarding Municipal Court Judges and Prosecuting Attorneys. The body will also approve an ordinance for the 2021 General Election and amend the Consolidated Retirement Plan. Additional items include discussions on solar power contracts, small cell ordinances, and emergency business extensions.
- Second reading and public hearing on Charter Amendments for Municipal Court Judges and Prosecuting Attorneys
- Motion to approve ordinance removing a clause from the Consolidated Retirement Plan
- Ordinance establishing qualifying fees and filing dates for the 2021 General Election
- Discussion of MEAG Solar Initiative Power Purchase Contract and ECG/Walmart Solar Agreement
- Discussion of Marietta Code Section 5-6 Small Cell Ordinance
Special Called Council Meeting Work Session
The City of Marietta is holding a special called work session on November 24, 2020. The agenda consists solely of reviewing and approving the minutes from the October 19, 2020 meeting and entering an executive session to discuss legal, personnel, or real estate matters. No public business items, ordinances, or budget decisions are listed on this agenda.
- Review and approval of October 19, 2020 minutes (Item 20200978)
- Executive session to discuss legal, personnel, and/or real estate matters (Item 20200973)
CITY COUNCIL
The City Council is reviewing several land use permits, code amendments for residential and stormwater regulations, and various residential development plans. The meeting also includes discussions on alcohol sales hours, open container policies, and several traffic speed studies.
- Special Land Use Permit for Reef Kitchens at 1200 Franklin Gateway
- Code amendment regarding open space, amenity area, and driveway requirements
- Detailed plan for 45 townhomes at 1468 and 1540 Cobb Parkway North
- $58,000 settlement for 601 Powder Springs Street
- Speed studies for Kirkpatrick Drive, Darien Way, and Merritt Road
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA WORK SESSION
The Marietta City Council work session focuses on approving detailed plans for two new townhome developments, including 45 units at Cobb Parkway North and 5 units at Crescent Circle. Both proposals include strict architectural standards and a limit of 5% renter-occupied units. The council also discusses a code amendment for drug abuse treatment centers and open container policies in the Downtown District.
- Approval of detailed plan for 45 townhomes at 1468 and 1540 Cobb Parkway North with a 5% renter-occupancy limit
- Approval of detailed plan for 5 townhomes at 224 & 226 Crescent Circle with a 5% renter-occupancy limit
- Authorization to advertise a code amendment to add drug abuse treatment centers to Special Land Use Permit requirements
- Discussion of open container policies for alcoholic beverages in the Downtown District
- Review of the Board of Lights and Water report from the November 8, 2020 meeting
FINANCE/INVESTMENTS COMMITTEE
The Finance/Investments Committee will review the September 2020 minutes and monthly financial reports for the Hotel Motel Tax and 3% Auto Rental Tax. The body will also review the First Quarter Financial Report for FY2021 and consider an amendment to the FY2020 budget to address the annual year-end settlement of accounts.
- Review and approval of September 29, 2020 meeting minutes
- Hotel Motel monthly financial report for September 2020
- 3% Auto Rental Tax monthly financial report for September 2020
- First Quarter Financial Report for FY2021
- Amendment to the fiscal year 2020 budget to address the annual year-end settlement of accounts
PERSONNEL/INSURANCE COMMITTEE
The Personnel/Insurance Committee meets to review minutes from August 25, 2020, and consider two personnel appointments. The first is the reappointment of Michael G. Wilson to the Board of Lights and Water for a four-year term. The second is a mid-term appointment of Ron Hood as Assistant Prosecuting Attorney, requested by Mayor Tumlin.
- Reappointment of Michael G. Wilson to the Board of Lights and Water (Resident Post) for a term beginning October 12, 2020, and expiring October 13, 2024.
- Mid-term appointment of Ron Hood, esq., as Assistant Prosecuting Attorney, expiring January 2022.
- Review and approval of the August 25, 2020 meeting minutes.
BOARD OF LIGHTS AND WATER
The Marietta Board of Lights and Water will consider a resolution to amend the Fiscal Year 2021 budget to fund a Covid-19 Customer Service Recovery discount for eligible customers. The board will also review a recommendation to authorize the 2021 Annual Subscription for Supplemental Power with the Municipal Electric Authority of Georgia (MEAG). Additionally, the agenda includes updates on customer care recovery efforts, IT technology applications, and monthly financial reports.
- Consideration of a motion to approve a Resolution amending the FY21 BLW budget to fund the Covid-19 Customer Service Recovery discount
- Recommendation that City Council authorize the 2021 Annual Subscription for Supplemental Power with MEAG
- Review of new technology applications for customer service delivery systems (Strategic Business Plan Objective 9A)
- Review of BLW Finance reports for August 2020
- Monthly Cobb County-Marietta Water Authority report
FINANCE/INVESTMENTS COMMITTEE
The Finance/Investments Committee meets to review monthly tax reports for hotel/motel and auto rental sectors. The body will consider a budget amendment to appropriate CARES Act grant funds awarded by Cobb County. Additionally, the committee will vote on approving the 21st Century Community Learning Centers Grant for the YELLS program and its associated FY2021 budget amendment.
- Review of July 2020 Hotel Motel Tax monthly financial report
- Review of July 2020 3% Auto Rental Tax monthly financial report
- Budget amendment to appropriate CARES Act grant funds from Cobb County
- Approval of 21st Century Community Learning Centers Grant for YELLS program
- FY2021 Budget Amendment accompanying the YELLS grant award
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REVIEW SESSION
The City of Marietta Council held a review session to approve the minutes from the June 10, 2020 meeting. The body reviewed the agenda for the July 8, 2020 meeting and convened an executive session to discuss legal, personnel, or real estate matters. No specific policy decisions, contracts, or ordinances were voted on during this session.
- Approval of June 10, 2020 meeting minutes
- Review of the July 8, 2020 City Council Agenda
- Executive session for legal, personnel, or real estate matters
PARKS, RECREATION AND TOURISM COMMITTEE
The Parks, Recreation and Tourism Committee reviews minutes from May 26, 2020, and receives a PAL report for June 2020. The body discusses progress on projects funded by the 2009 Parks Bond. The primary decision item is a motion to adopt an ordinance amending the FY21 Whitaker Estate budget to allow up to $9,085 for repairs to the playground shade structure at Whitaker Park.
- Motion to adopt ordinance amending FY21 Whitaker Estate budget for $9,085 in shade structure repairs
- Review and approval of May 26, 2020 regular meeting minutes
- PAL Report for June 2020
- Progress report on projects funded by the 2009 Parks Bond
BOARD OF LIGHTS AND WATER
The Marietta Board of Lights and Water meets to review the May 11, 2020 minutes and receive updates on the Sugar Hill Water Tank property purchase. The board will also review the 2020 Water Quality Report, Cobb County-Marietta Water Authority reports, and BLW Finance reports for May 2020. A key decision involves recommending a voting delegate and alternate to City Council for the 2020 MEAG Election Committee.
- Update on purchase of property for the relocation of the Sugar Hill Water Tank
- Motion to recommend to City Council the appointment of a voting delegate and alternate delegate for the 2020 MEAG Election Committee
- Review of BLW Finance reports for May 2020
- Annual Water Quality Report 2020
- Monthly Cobb County-Marietta Water Authority report
ECONOMIC/COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
The Economic/Community Development Committee will discuss an amendment to the PY19 CDBG Annual Action Plan to include funds for COVID-19 response. The committee will also discuss the unhealthy and hazardous condition of the property at 77 North Park Square.
- PY19 CDBG Annual Action Plan Amendment for COVID-19 funds
- Discussion of property conditions at 77 North Park Square
JUDICIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEE
The Judicial Legislative Committee is discussing zoning requirements for open space in residential districts. It is also reviewing proposed contractual agreements involving the Historic Train Depot and the DMDA parking lot. These items include a five-year lease for the depot and a property interest assignment for the parking lot.
- Discussion of open space and recreation area requirements in residential zoning districts (Item 20200432).
- Proposed annual rent of $18,000 for the Historic Train Depot to the Marietta Convention and Visitors Bureau for the period 7/1/20 to 6/30/25.
- Rent to be paid from the Motor Vehicle Rental Excise Tax, with 3% annual adjustments.
- City to assign real property interest in the DMDA parking lot between Depot Street Bed and Mill Street to DMDA.
- DMDA to lease the entire parcel back to the City for parking management, retaining rights for promotional events like the Farmers Market.
Special Called Council Meeting Work Session
The City of Marietta Council is holding a special work session to review and approve the minutes from the April 28, 2020 meeting. The agenda also includes an executive session to discuss legal, personnel, or real estate matters. No other public business items are listed.
- Review and approval of April 28, 2020 meeting minutes
- Executive session for legal, personnel, or real estate matters
BOARD OF LIGHTS AND WATER
The Marietta Board of Lights and Water is meeting to adopt the annual budget for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2021. The board will also decide on a second extension of the suspension of service disconnects for nonpayment due to the public health crisis, which expires on the day of the meeting. Additionally, the board will consider a recovery strategy for postponed payments and review an easement claim related to the Rottenwood Creek Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation & Replacement Project.
- Adoption of the FY2021 Marietta Board of Lights and Water Budget
- Second extension of suspension of service disconnects for nonpayment
- Consideration of a recovery strategy for postponed customer payments
- Review of easement claim by Marietta Cobb Properties, LLC for Rottenwood Creek project
- Consideration of adding CheckOut by PayGo as a new bill payment option
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REVIEW SESSION
The City of Marietta Council held a review session to examine the agenda for its April 6, 2020 meeting. The body reviewed and approved the minutes from the March 11, 2020 meeting. Council Member Andy Morris presented a report from the Board of Lights and Water. The session concluded with an executive session to discuss legal, personnel, or real estate matters.
- Review and approval of March 11, 2020 meeting minutes
- Board of Lights and Water report presented by Council Member Andy Morris
- Executive session scheduled for legal, personnel, and/or real estate matters
FINANCE/INVESTMENTS COMMITTEE
The Finance/Investments Committee will review monthly financial reports for Hotel Motel and Auto Rental taxes. The committee will also consider a budget amendment for tree replacement and a lease extension for a cell site.
- February 2020 Hotel Motel Tax monthly financial report
- February 2020 3% Auto Rental Tax monthly financial report
- $330 contribution to Tree Replacement Fund for 1655 Enterprise Way
- Sprint lease extension for cell site at 805 Allgood Road
PARKS, RECREATION AND TOURISM COMMITTEE
The Parks, Recreation and Tourism Committee will review and approve the February 25, 2020 meeting minutes, receive the March 2020 PAL report, and hear a progress report on projects funded by the 2009 Parks Bond. They will also consider a request from the Marietta Arts Council to place artwork on public property for the 3rd Annual Marietta Mountain to River Trailfest.
- Approval of February 25, 2020 meeting minutes
- PAL Report for March 2020
- Progress report on 2009 Parks Bond projects
- Marietta Arts Council request for artwork placement for Trailfest
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA WORK SESSION
The City Council will review proposed projects for the 2022 SPLOST and set annual salaries for several appointed officials. Other items include property agreements, smoking restrictions, and the potential demolition of the Marietta Flea Market.
- Demolition of the building at 550 Franklin Gateway (Marietta Flea Market)
- Salary setting for City Manager ($228,259.20) and City Clerk ($80,017.60)
- Second Amendment to Purchase and Sale Agreement for 1101 Powder Springs Street
- Smoking restrictions in outdoor cafes and a downtown No Smoking Zone
- Consideration of projects for the anticipated 2022 SPLOST
Special Called Council Meeting Work Session
The City Council will meet for a special work session following the Public Safety Committee meeting. The agenda includes a review of the December 17, 2019, minutes and an executive session to discuss legal, personnel, or real estate matters.
- Review and approval of December 17, 2019, meeting minutes
- Executive Session regarding legal, personnel, and/or real estate matters
PERSONNEL/INSURANCE COMMITTEE
The Personnel/Insurance Committee is meeting to approve the minutes from November 26, 2019, and consider a two-year appointment for a Council Representative to the Marietta Welcome Center & Visitors Bureau. The body will also discuss the annual review of appointed officials and review an amendment to the 2020 City/BLW Line Worker Pay Plan requested by Mayor Tumlin.
- Consideration of a two-year term appointment for Council Representative to the Marietta Welcome Center & Visitors Bureau (Item 20200050)
- Review and approval of the 2020 City/BLW Line Worker Pay Plan amendment requested by Mayor Tumlin (Item 20200076)
- Discussion of the annual required review of appointed officials (Item 20200035)
- Approval of minutes from the regular meeting on November 26, 2019 (Item 20191134)
PARKS, RECREATION AND TOURISM COMMITTEE
The Parks, Recreation and Tourism Committee will review quarterly reports regarding the Whitaker Estate and recreation facilities. The committee will also consider street closure requests and alcohol consumption permits for Art in the Park and Chalktoberfest.
- Approval of 2020 street closure requests for special events
- Sanctioning of Art in the Park and Chalktoberfest for alcohol sales
- Whitaker Estate quarterly financial activity report
- Recreation Facilities quarterly report for October through December 2019
- 2009 Parks Bond project progress report
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE
The Public Safety Committee will meet to review and approve the minutes from the November 26, 2019, meeting. The committee will also consider a motion to approve revisions to the Fire Prevention and Protection Code for the Marietta Fire Department.
- Approval of November 26, 2019, meeting minutes
- Revisions to Marietta Fire Department Fire Prevention and Protection Code
JUDICIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEE
The Judicial Legislative Committee will discuss potential amendments to Chapter 8-39 regarding outdoor cafes. The discussion focuses on restricting smoking within encroachment areas as requested by Mayor Tumlin.
- Discussion of amendments to Chapter 8-39, Outdoor Cafes
- Review and approval of December 17, 2019 meeting minutes
CITY COUNCIL
The City Council will hold public hearings on a rezoning request for Cole Street and several variances for Waffle House, Inc. at 1811 Williams Drive. The meeting also includes the swearing in of municipal court officials and various committee and judicial appointments.
- Rezoning request for 104 Cole Street and 314 & 320 Fort Street from Office Institutional to Single Family Residential
- Public hearing for Waffle House, Inc. variances at 1811 Williams Drive regarding setbacks, parking, and signage
- Appointment of Judge Roger J. Rozen as Chief Judge and Ben F. Smith as Prosecuting Attorney
- Authorization of $3,000.00 for easement acquisition at 115 S. Fairground Street
- Authorization of eminent domain to acquire property at 600 Powder Springs Road
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REVIEW SESSION
The City Council will meet to review the agenda for the January 8, 2020, meeting. The session includes a review of previous meeting minutes and an executive session to discuss legal, personnel, or real estate matters.
- Review and approval of December 11, 2019, meeting minutes
- Executive Session regarding legal, personnel, or real estate matters
BOARD OF LIGHTS AND WATER
The Marietta Board of Lights and Water will review the proposed 2020 Strategic Business Plan and evaluate financial management policies. The board will also elect its 2020 Vice Chairperson and assign committee members. Additionally, staff will present updates on the Fault Detection Isolation Restoration (FDIR) pilot project and the annual marketing plan.
- Review of proposed Board Strategic Business Plan for 2020
- Election of 2020 Vice Chairperson
- Presentation on Fault Detection Isolation Restoration (FDIR) pilot project
- Review of BLW Finance reports for December 2019
- Presentation of annual BLW Marketing Plan