Lawrenceville public meetings in 2023

Public Notice

The ReCAST Advisory Board is holding a holiday celebration on December 20, 2023. No official board action will be taken during this event.

• Holiday celebration at Truck & Tap, 175 S Perry Street

City Council Special Call

The City Council met for a special call session to conduct administrative transitions. The agenda focused on swearing in newly elected officials and making several municipal appointments and approvals.

• Swearing in of newly elected Mayor and Council Members
• Appointment of Mayor Pro-Tem
• Approval of City Manager Contract
• Approval of Bond Intent and Reimbursement Resolution

Board of Appeals-Decision

The Board of Appeals will meet on December 18, 2023, to review a single variance application. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as the approval of the agenda and prior minutes.

• Variance request APPL2023-00006 regarding 366 W Pike Street

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss various items including special use permits, public safety grants, and several real estate acquisitions. The session also includes discussions regarding the Honest Alley Activation Study and architectural consulting services.

• Special use permit applications for 3315 Sugarloaf Parkway, 575 West Pike Street, and 0 West Pike Street
• Purchase of Compact Rifle Systems with Suppressors
• Acceptance of Public Safety and Community Violence Reduction Grant funds
• Acquisition of 345 Roberts Street and 182 Scenic Highway
• Crogan Street Plaza Project discussion

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will review an ordinance for the 2045 Comprehensive Plan and Transportation Master Plan. The meeting also includes several special use permit applications and various consent agenda items.

• Ordinance to approve 2045 Comprehensive Plan and Transportation Master Plan
• Special Use Permit: 3315 Sugarloaf Parkway (Precious Asora)
• Special Use Permit: 575 West Pike Street (Yhana Rouse)
• Special Use Permit: O West Pike Street (RJJ Development, LLC)
• Acquisition of 182 Scenic Highway

Lawrenceville Arts Commission - CANCELLED

The Lawrenceville Arts Commission meeting scheduled for December 12, 2023, at 6:00 PM has been cancelled.

Stormwater Authority Special Call

The Stormwater Authority will hold a special call meeting to discuss and review the current Stormwater Master Plan. The agenda also includes a review of current projects and comments from Utility Board staff.

• Review of Stormwater Master Plan
• Review of current projects

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will review the December 2023 Treasurer’s Report and the 2024 authority budget. The meeting includes an update on the Million Dollar Fund and a presentation regarding the Comprehensive Plan 2045.

• Review of 2024 Downtown Development Authority Budget
• Update on the Downtown Development Authority Million Dollar Fund
• Presentation of Comprehensive Plan 2045
• December 2023 Treasurer’s Report
• Executive Session regarding real estate

Stormwater Authority - Cancelled

The scheduled meeting of the Lawrenceville Stormwater Authority for December 6, 2023, was cancelled.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider three special use permit applications for properties on Sugarloaf Parkway and West Pike Street. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding the 2045 Comprehensive Plan and Transportation Master Plan.

• Special Use Permit SUP2023-00083: 3315 Sugarloaf Parkway
• Special Use Permit SUP2023-00084: 575 West Pike Street
• Special Use Permit SUP2023-00085: 0 West Pike Street
• 2045 Comprehensive Plan and Transportation Master Plan discussion

Development Authority Special Call

The Development Authority will consider an intergovernmental agreement with the City of Lawrenceville and a contract with Charter Real Estate Corporation regarding 345 Roberts Street. The body will also receive an update on the DeThomas Investments project.

• Intergovernmental Agreement with the City of Lawrenceville for 345 Roberts Street
• Contract with Charter Real Estate Corporation for 345 Roberts Street
• DeThomas Investments Project Update

Recast Advisory Board - CANCELLED

The Recast Advisory Board meeting originally scheduled for November 29, 2023, at 6:00 PM was cancelled.

Board of Appeals

The Lawrenceville Board of Appeals will meet on November 20, 2023, to discuss a single variance request. The item involves a request submitted by Britt, Peters, and Associates on behalf of Bank of America.

• Variance request VAR2023-00111 for 615 West Pike Street

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider several rezoning requests and the acquisition of two parcels of surplus GDOT property. The agenda also includes approval of annual landscape contracts and various underground electrical projects.

• Rezoning request RZR2023-00020 for multiple properties on N Perry, W Oak, N Clayton, and Chestnut Streets
• Acquisition of GDOT Surplus Property Parcel A (SE corner of Buford Drive and East Pike Street)
• Acquisition of GDOT Surplus Property Parcel B (NW corner of Buford Drive and East Pike Street)
• Annual contract for landscape and maintenance services
• South Town Square and Wayside underground electrical projects

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss various city business items. Topics include updates to the 2045 Comprehensive Plan, several zoning requests, and multiple underground electrical projects.

• Zoning request RZR2023-00020 for multiple properties on N Perry, W Oak, N Clayton, Oak, and Chestnut Streets
• CIC2023-00011 regarding Enterprise Leasing Company of Georgia, LLC at 176 Scenic Highway
• Ordinances to amend Zoning Ordinance Articles 1, 6, and 10
• South Town Square Underground Electrical Project
• Wayside Underground Electric Project

Hooper Renwick Legacy Preservation Committee

The committee will review project status updates and artifacts. Members will also discuss a possible bus stop and plan the 2024 calendar.

• Project status updates from Mark LeBlanc and Cammie Mansfield
• Artifacts update
• Discussion regarding a possible bus stop
• Proposed 2024 calendar

Lawrenceville Arts Commission

The commission is meeting to receive updates on the Community Mural Project and the Crogan Street Mural. The agenda also includes a budget update, sub-committee reports, and discussion regarding the Georgia Gwinnett College Corridor Project.

• Community Mural Project Update
• Crogan Street Mural discussion
• Budget Update
• Georgia Gwinnett College Corridor Project update

Downtown Development Authority - CANCELLED

The Downtown Development Authority meeting scheduled for November 13, 2023, was cancelled.

City Council Special Call

The City Council will meet for a special call session to conduct business. The agenda includes an executive session regarding personnel, litigation, and real estate.

• Executive Session: Personnel, Litigation, Real Estate

Public Notice

A possible quorum of the Lawrenceville City Council may be present at a dedication ceremony for Habitat for Humanity House #157. No official action will be taken by the council during this event.

• Dedication of Habitat for Humanity House #157 at 547 Shoal Circle

Stormwater Authority - Cancelled

The Stormwater Authority meeting scheduled for November 8, 2023, has been cancelled.

Downtown Development Authority Special Call

The Downtown Development Authority is holding a special call meeting to review the November 2023 Treasurer’s Report and the 2024 budget proposal. The agenda also includes officer elections and an update on a development tour to Chattanooga, Tennessee.

• Review of 2024 Budget Proposal
• Summary of $1 Million Account
• Officer Elections
• Executive Session regarding real estate

Planning Commission

The Commission will consider several rezoning requests involving multiple properties on N Perry, N Clayton, and Oak Streets. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the 2045 Comprehensive Plan and updates to various articles of the City Zoning Ordinance.

• Rezoning request RZR2023-00020 for multiple properties including N Perry, N Clayton, and Oak Streets
• Conditional Use Permit CIC2023-00011 for Enterprise Leasing Company of Georgia, LLC at 176 Scenic Highway
• Review of 2045 Comprehensive Plan and Transportation Master Plan
• Ordinance amendments to Zoning Ordinance Articles 1, 2, 6, and 10

Recast Advisory Board

The Recast Advisory Board will hold a meeting to receive updates on the Impact46 Program and a mini-documentary presentation for ReCAST Year 2. The board will also review and approve its upcoming meeting calendar.

• ReCAST Year 2, Mini-Documentary Presentation
• Impact46 Program Update
• Review and Approve ReCAST Meeting Calendar

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold public hearings on several rezoning requests and a zoning ordinance amendment. The agenda also includes discussions on amending the alcohol ordinance and the acquisition of 450 Pine Tree Drive.

• Rezoning request RZR2023-00020 for multiple properties including N Perry, W Oak, N Clayton, Oak, and Chestnut Streets
• Special Use Permit SUP2023-00082 for Reece Plumbing at 125 Park Access Drive
• Amendment to the Code of Ordinances Chapter 12 regarding Businesses and Business Regulations
• Acquisition of 450 Pine Tree Drive (Tax Parcel #5143 285)
• Amendment to Chapter 4 Alcohol Ordinance

City Council Special Call

The City Council will meet for a special call session to conduct business. The agenda includes an executive session regarding personnel, litigation, and real estate.

• Executive Session: Personnel, Litigation, Real Estate

Stormwater Authority

The Stormwater Authority will meet to discuss and review the preliminary draft of the Stormwater Master Plan. The meeting also includes a review of current projects and comments from Utility Board staff.

• Review of Stormwater Master Plan Preliminary Draft
• Review of Current Projects

Public Notice

A notice has been issued regarding a possible quorum of the Lawrenceville City Council during the Legacy Leaders Meeting on October 17, 2023. No official action will be taken by the council during this event.

Board of Appeals- Cancelled

The Lawrenceville Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for October 16, 2023, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided.

Building Authority Special Call

The Building Authority will meet to approve the March 15, 2023, meeting minutes. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding general building authority matters and the approval of a Master Bond Resolution for 2023 Bonds.

• Approval of March 15, 2023 Building Authority minutes
• Approval of Master Bond Resolution for 2023 Bonds

Lawrenceville Arts Commission

The Lawrenceville Arts Commission will discuss the Crogan Street Mural, budget update, and other arts-related initiatives.

• Crogan Street Mural discussion
• Budget Update review

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is discussing amendments to various sections of the zoning ordinance, including districts, supplemental regulations, architectural standards, and definitions.

• Amendment of Zoning Ordinance Article 1: Districts (RZR2023-00020)
• Amendment of Zoning Ordinance Article 2: Supplemental Regulations
• Amendment of Zoning Ordinance Article 6: Architectural and Design Standards
• Amendment of Zoning Ordinance Article 10: Definitions

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider a zoning application for 213 Scenic Highway and the acquisition of 2555 University Parkway. The agenda also includes several consent items regarding infrastructure projects and intergovernmental agreements.

• Zoning application CIC2023-00010 for 213 Scenic Highway
• Acquisition of 2555 University Parkway
• Lawrenceville Police Parking Improvements Project
• 2023 Annual LMIG Resurfacing Project
• Sandalwood Water Improvement Project agreement

Lawrenceville Arts Commission Special Call

The Arts Commission will discuss updates on community murals and the specific project for Crogan Street.

• Community Mural Update
• Crogan Street Mural

Development Authority Special Call

The Lawrenceville Development Authority will hold a special call meeting on September 25, 2023. The agenda includes approving minutes from previous July meetings and conducting an executive session regarding real estate.

• Approval of Special Call Minutes for July 27, 2023
• Approval of Executive Session Minutes for July 27, 2023
• Executive Session - Real Estate

Stormwater Authority

The Stormwater Authority will meet to review ongoing projects. The agenda includes a discussion regarding objectives and goals for the SWMP and MS4 Permit.

• Review of Current Projects
• Discussion of SWMP and MS4 Permit objectives and goals

Hooper-Renwick Legacy Preservation Committee

The committee will receive updates on artifacts and ongoing projects from Mark LeBlanc and Cammie Mansfield. Members will also discuss the Hooper-Renwick Exhibit for the Lawrenceville Arts Center.

• Artifacts update
• Project status updates
• Hooper-Renwick Exhibit for the Lawrenceville Arts Center

Board of Appeals-Cancelled

The Lawrenceville Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for Monday, September 18, 2023, in the Council Assembly Room has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Lawrenceville Arts Commission

The commission will review budget status and provide updates on various sub-committees. The meeting includes discussions regarding the Community Mural, Crogan Street Mural, and CoHatch Mural.

• Budget Update
• Community Mural Update
• Crogan Street Mural
• CoHatch Mural
• Traffic Signal Cabinets

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss various city business items, including infrastructure projects and updates to city ordinances. The session includes discussions on police parking improvements and the 2023 Annual LMIG Resurfacing Project.

• Lawrenceville Police Parking Improvements Project
• 2023 Annual LMIG Resurfacing Project
• Change Order 1 for the Cost Agreement with GA Gwinnett Lawrenceville Pike, LLC
• Sandalwood Water Improvement Project intergovernmental agreement
• Updates to City Code of Ordinances, Chapter 12 - Businesses and Business Regulations

The City Council held a work session to discuss several infrastructure and regulatory items. Five items were designated as consent items for a future meeting, while three ordinance updates were deferred to later dates.

• Designated Lawrenceville Police Parking Improvements Project as Consent item #1
• Designated 2023 Annual LMIG Resurfacing Project as Consent item #2
• Designated Change Order 1 for GA Gwinnett Lawrenceville Pike, LLC as Consent item #3
• Designated Sandalwood Water Improvement Project agreement as Consent item #4
• Designated Right-of-Way Maintenance Services contract as Consent item #5
• Designated Tax Allocation District agreement modification as Consent item #6
• Deferred City Code of Ordinances Chapter 12 update to 10/23/2023
• Deferred Draft Alcohol Ordinance and Multi-Family Inspection Ordinance to future dates

Downtown Development Authority - CANCELLED

The scheduled meeting of the Lawrenceville Downtown Development Authority for September 11, 2023, was cancelled.

City Council Special Call Executive Session

The City Council convened a special call executive session to discuss matters regarding personnel, litigation, and real estate. No specific projects or individual cases were detailed in the agenda.

• Executive Session - Personnel
• Executive Session - Litigation
• Executive Session - Real Estate

The City Council met in a special call executive session to discuss litigation. No votes were taken on the items discussed during the session.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Entered executive session for personnel, litigation, and real estate (5-0)
• Adjourned executive session (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a case regarding 213 Scenic Highway and three proposed ordinances to amend the city's Zoning Ordinance. These amendments involve changes to districts, architectural standards, and definitions.

• CIC2023-00010: Hearthside Lawrenceville, LP at 213 Scenic Highway
• Ordinance to amend Zoning Ordinance Article 1 (Districts)
• Ordinance to amend Zoning Ordinance Article 6 (Architectural and Design Standards)
• Ordinance to amend Zoning Ordinance Article 10 (Definitions)

The Planning Commission recommended approval for a change-in-conditions regarding an active senior living retirement community at 213 Scenic Highway. The commission also withdrew three proposed ordinances to amend the Zoning Ordinance.

• Recommended approval of CIC2023-00010 for senior living community at 213 Scenic Highway (4-0)
• Withdrew proposed amendment to Zoning Ordinance Article 1, Districts (4-0)
• Withdrew proposed amendment to Zoning Ordinance Article 6, Architectural and Design Standards (4-0)
• Withdrew proposed amendment to Zoning Ordinance Article 10, Definitions (4-0)
• Approved August 7, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider a rezoning and special use permit for 303 Scenic Highway. The agenda also includes an agreement to acquire land along Maltbie Street from the Lawrenceville Housing Authority.

• Rezoning and Special Use Permit (RZC2023-00050 & SUP2023-00081) at 303 Scenic Highway
• Acquisition of land along Maltbie Street from the Lawrenceville Housing Authority
• Intergovernmental Agreement regarding Lawrenceville Suwanee Road
• Extension of a hotel loan agreement with the Downtown Development Authority
• Annual contract for Diaphragm Gas Meters

The City Council denied a rezoning and special use permit request for 303 Scenic Highway. Other approved actions included land acquisition on Maltbie Street and a hotel loan agreement extension with the Downtown Development Authority.

• Denied RZC2023-00050 & SUP2023-00081 for 303 Scenic Highway (3-2)
• Approved acquisition of land along Maltbie Street from the Lawrenceville Housing Authority (5-0)
• Approved extension of Intergovernmental Agreement with Downtown Development Authority for a hotel loan (5-0)
• Approved Bond Intent and Reimbursement Resolution (5-0)
• Approved Resolution to Appoint Municipal Electrical Authority of Georgia (MEAG) Voting Delegates (5-0)
• Approved purchase of Diaphragm Gas Meters on an Annual Contract (5-0)
• Approved Tritech Software Systems (5-0)
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement with Gwinnett County regarding Lawrenceville Suwanee Road (5-0)

Downtown Development Authority Special Call

The Downtown Development Authority is convening a special call meeting on August 28, 2023. The agenda includes an executive session focused on real estate matters.

• Executive Session - Real Estate

The Downtown Development Authority approved a proposal for a survey of the College Corridor, now renamed Grizzly Parkway. The board also approved a six-month rental agreement for the Train Depot property for ballroom dance classes.

• Approved Precision Planning proposal for Grizzly Parkway survey for $1,797.86 (up to $2,000) (5-0)
• Approved six-month rental of the Depot to Robert Tolentino for ballroom dance classes (5-0)

Recast Advisory Board

The Recast Advisory Board will meet to receive presentations and updates regarding Families First, the ReCAST Data Evaluator, and the Project Manager. The meeting also includes a board member check-in and approval of prior minutes.

• Families First presentation and update
• ReCAST Data Evaluator presentation and update
• Project Manager update

The board approved the meeting minutes from May 31 and June 2023. Members received program updates from Families First and the ReCAST Program Manager regarding service benchmarks and training. No further votes were taken after the board lost its quorum at 7:00 PM.

• Approved May 31, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved June 28, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (7-0)

Board of Appeals- Cancelled

The Lawrenceville Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for August 21, 2023, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided.

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss various items of general city business. Topics include rezoning requests for 303 Scenic Highway and discussions regarding the North Downtown Lawrenceville Study.

• Rezoning and Special Use Permit (RZC2023-00050 & SUP2023-00081) for 303 Scenic Highway
• North Downtown Lawrenceville Study Discussion
• Annual contract for the purchase of Diaphragm Gas Meters
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Gwinnett County regarding Lawrenceville Suwanee Road
• Consideration of Bond Intent and Reimbursement Resolution

The City Council held a work session to discuss several administrative and planning items. No substantive votes were taken on the discussed proposals, though several were designated as consent items for a future meeting.

• Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
• Designated purchase of diaphragm gas meters as Consent item #1
• Designated intergovernmental agreement for Lawrenceville Suwanee Road as Consent item #2
• Designated Tritech Software Systems as Consent item #3
• Entered executive session to discuss real estate and litigation (5-0)
• Adjourned executive session with no votes taken (5-0)

City Council Special Call

The Lawrenceville City Council will hold a special call meeting to address items regarding Mayor and Council salaries. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of Mayor and Council salaries

The City Council approved Ordinance ADM-ORD-2023-4 to increase salaries for the Mayor and Council Members. The new pay rates take effect January 1, 2024, for those elected in the next regular municipal election.

• Approved ordinance to increase Mayor salary to $20,000 and Council Member salary to $12,600 (3-2)

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will review a proposal for a conceptual development plan from Precision Planning. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the roof at 130 South Clayton Street and an agreement with the City of Lawrenceville for 92 South Clayton Street.

• Intergovernmental Agreement with City of Lawrenceville – 92 South Clayton Street
• Proposal for Conceptual Development Plan from Precision Planning
• Discussion regarding roof at 130 South Clayton Street
• State Small Business Credit Initiative Loan Program review

The Downtown Development Authority approved an agreement to transfer 92 South Clayton Street from the City of Lawrenceville to the DDA. The board also accepted a proposal for a conceptual development plan for a property on Collins Industrial Way. Other actions included approving the August 2023 Treasurer's Report and prior meeting minutes.

• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement to move 92 South Clayton Street property to DDA (7-0)
• Approved $5,171.99 proposal from Precision Planning for Conceptual Development Plan at Tax Parcel 7010-010 (6-0-1)
• Approved August 2023 Treasurer's Report (7-0)
• Approved Special Call Minutes for May 16, 2023 (7-0)
• Approved Executive Session Minutes for May 16, 2023 (7-0)
• Approved Regular Meeting Minutes for July 10, 2023 (7-0)
• Approved Executive Session Minutes for July 10, 2023 (7-0)

Stormwater Authority - Cancelled

The Lawrenceville Stormwater Authority meeting scheduled for Wednesday, August 09, 2023, was cancelled.

Lawrenceville Arts Commission

The commission will review a presentation regarding the CoHatch mural and receive updates on the budget, sub-committees, and various murals. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as approving prior minutes.

• CoHatch Mural Presentation
• Budget Update
• Sub-Committees Update
• Mural Updates

The Commission recommended that CoHatch proceed with a mural at 190 South Clayton Street pending an updated graphic. Members also approved increasing the supply spending limit for the Community Mural project to $2,000.

• Approved agenda (4-0, 1 abstaining)
• Approved June 13 and July 18 meeting minutes (4-0, 1 abstaining)
• Recommended CoHatch move forward with Planning & Development for mural at 190 South Clayton Street once updated graphic is submitted (5-0)
• Increased supply ordering limit for Community Mural project to $2,000 (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a rezoning and special use permit application for the property located at 303 Scenic Highway. The meeting also includes standard procedures such as approving previous minutes and addressing old business.

• RZC2023-00050 & SUP2023-00081: Rezoning and special use permit for 303 Scenic Highway

The Planning Commission recommended the denial of a request to rezone 303 Scenic Highway and a corresponding special use permit. The applicant sought to change the property from Office Neighborhood District to Office Institutional District for a commercial personal care home.

• Recommended denial of RZC2023-00050 and SUP2023-00081 for 303 Scenic Highway (3-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding the 2023 millage rate and a resolution to adopt it. The agenda also includes discussions on housing priorities, property acquisitions, and utility service contracts.

• Public hearing for Millage Rate and Resolution to Adopt Year 2023 Millage Rate
• Zoning and annexation request for 475 Philip Boulevard (J.J. Shah)
• Acquisition of 480 North Perry Street property
• Intergovernmental Agreement to transfer 92 S Clayton Street to the DDA
• Annual contracts for gas main installation, gas services, and power pole replacement

City Council approved the 2023 millage rate and established city housing priorities. The council also authorized the acquisition of a property on North Perry Street and the transfer of 92 S Clayton Street to the Downtown Development Authority.

• Adopted Year 2023 Millage Rate (5-0)
• Approved annexation and rezoning from C2 to BG at 475 Philip Boulevard (5-0)
• Adopted City Housing Priorities (5-0)
• Approved acquisition of 480 North Perry Street property (5-0)
• Approved transfer of 92 S Clayton Street to Downtown Development Authority (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including gas main/service contracts, power pole replacement, and transformer purchase (5-0)
• Tabled June 21 and July 19 meeting minutes to August 28

Development Authority Special Call

The Lawrenceville Development Authority will hold a special call meeting on July 27, 2023. The agenda includes the approval of minutes from previous meetings and an executive session regarding real estate.

• Approval of Special Call Minutes for June 21, 2023
• Approval of Executive Session Minutes for June 21, 2023
• Executive Session - Real Estate

The Board approved the agenda and minutes from the June 21, 2023, special call and executive session. The board entered an executive session to discuss one real estate item and took one vote. No other new or old business was recorded.

• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved June 21, 2023 Special Call Minutes (5-0)
• Approved June 21, 2023 Executive Session Minutes (5-0)
• Entered Executive Session for real estate (5-0)
• Took one vote during Executive Session regarding real estate

Recast Advisory Board - CANCELLED

The Recast Advisory Board meeting originally scheduled for Wednesday, July 26, 2023, has been cancelled.

Public Notice

The Lawrenceville City Council may have a quorum present at a dedication ceremony for Habitat for Humanity House #155. No official action will be taken by the council during this event.

• Dedication of Habitat for Humanity House #155 at 561 Shoal Circle

City Council Work Session

The City Council will conduct a work session to discuss the millage rate and several annual service contracts. The agenda also includes discussions regarding city housing priorities and mayor and council salaries.

• Millage Rate Public Hearing
• Rezoning and annexation for 475 Philip Boulevard
• Annual contracts for gas main and gas service installations
• Purchase of 2500 KVA Transformers
• Renewal of property and casualty insurances

The Council conducted a work session to discuss several contracts and administrative items to be placed on a future consent agenda. No substantive policy decisions were made during the open session, though one vote occurred during an executive session. A public hearing on the millage rate was opened and closed with no public participants.

• Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
• Entered executive session for real estate, litigation, and personnel (5-0)
• Adjourned executive session (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

City Council Special Call

The City Council will hold a special call meeting to discuss an update to the City Limits Boundary Map. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding the millage rate and an ordinance for General Municipal Elections.

• City Limits Boundary Map Update
• Ordinance for General Municipal Elections call
• Millage Rate Public Hearing

The City Council approved an update to the City Limits Boundary Map and an ordinance calling for General Municipal Elections. A public hearing regarding the millage rate was held, but no one came forward to speak.

• Approved City Boundary Map (5-0)
• Approved Election Ordinance (5-0)

Lawrenceville Arts Commission Special Call

The Arts Commission will hold a special call meeting to discuss budget status, committee reports, and community mural progress. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding wall art at SR316 and Collins Hill Road involving Georgia Gwinnett College.

• Budget Update
• Community Mural Update
• Wall Art at SR316 and Collins Hill Road – Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC)

The Commission voted to submit a mural design by Leah Abucayan to the City Council for feedback. Members also discussed potential grant programs and a possible art installation at SR316 and Collins Hill Road.

• Approved agenda (4-0, 3 abstaining)
• Approved submitting Leah Abucayan's mural design to Council for feedback (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Board of Appeals

The Lawrenceville Board of Appeals will meet to review two specific variance requests. Discussion for each request is limited to 10 minutes per side.

• Variance request VAR2023-00107 for 432 New Hope Road
• Variance request VAR2023-00108 for 155 Paper Mill Road

Public Notice

A community workshop is scheduled to discuss the North Downtown Lawrenceville Study. While a quorum of the City Council may be present, no official action will be taken during this event.

• North Downtown Lawrenceville Study workshop

Stormwater Authority - Cancelled

This meeting of the Lawrenceville Stormwater Authority was cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Lawrenceville Arts Commission - CANCELLED

The Lawrenceville Arts Commission meeting scheduled for July 11, 2023, at 6:00 PM has been cancelled.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a rezoning and annexation request for 475 Philip Boulevard. The meeting also includes an update on the North Downtown Lawrenceville Study.

• Annexation and rezoning for 475 Philip Boulevard (ANNX2023-00007 & RZC2023-00051)
• North Downtown Lawrenceville Study Update

The Planning Commission recommended the approval of an application to annex and rezone 1.48 acres at 475 Philip Blvd to a General Business District for commercial/retail development. The recommendation for rezoning includes specific staff-recommended conditions regarding prohibited uses and site development. The commission also received an update on the North Downtown Lawrenceville Study.

• Recommended approval of annexation ANNX2023-00007 (3-0)
• Recommended approval with staff conditions of rezoning RZC2023-00051 (3-0)
• Approved June 5, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (3-0)

Downtown Development Authority

The authority will review the June and July 2023 Treasurer’s Reports. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding the North DTL Study.

• June 2023 Treasurer’s Report
• July 2023 Treasurer’s Report
• North DTL Study
• Executive Session - Real Estate

The Board approved the June and July 2023 treasurer's reports with date corrections. Members authorized up to two board members to attend the Georgia Downtown Conference in August. The board also entered an executive session to discuss five real estate items.

• Approved June 2023 Treasurer's Report with date corrections (6-0)
• Approved July 2023 Treasurer's Report with date corrections (6-0)
• Approved for up to two board members to attend 2023 Georgia Downtown Conference (6-0)
• Entered executive session for real estate discussions (6-0)
• Exited executive session after discussing 5 real estate items and taking 2 votes (6-0)

Recast Advisory Board

The Recast Advisory Board will meet to conduct routine business, including approving prior minutes and conducting a board member check-in. The agenda also includes presentations and updates regarding the Georgia Center for Opportunity and the SAMHS Notice of Funding Opportunity.

• Georgia Center for Opportunity presentation and update
• SAMHS Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) meeting update
• Project Manager update

No official votes were taken or decisions made because a quorum was not recognized. The board received program updates from the Georgia Center for Opportunity and discussed community engagement efforts.

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will meet to discuss the adoption of the Fiscal Year 2024 Budget Resolution. The agenda includes public hearings for two rezoning requests and an update on the North Downtown Lawrenceville Study. Additional business involves property acquisitions and a public works equipment shed expansion.

• Adoption of Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 Budget Resolution
• Rezoning: 335 Oak Street and 255 West Pike Street
• Rezoning: 405 Scenic Highway
• North Downtown Lawrenceville Study Update
• Lawrenceville Public Works Equipment Shed Expansion Project

City Council approved the Fiscal Year 2024 Budget and authorized several property acquisitions and rezoning requests. The council also approved the expansion of the Public Works equipment shed and renewed multiple service agreements.

• Adopted FY 2024 Budget Resolution (5-0)
• Approved rezoning for Colonnade Enterprises, Inc. at 335 Oak Street and 255 West Pike Street (5-0)
• Approved rezoning for Noel Benedict at 405 Scenic Highway (5-0)
• Approved property acquisition of 294, 302, and 306 W Pike St (5-0)
• Approved Lawrenceville Public Works Equipment Shed Expansion Project (5-0)
• Rescinded the sale of surplus property in Land Lots 10 and 145 of the 5th and 7th Land Districts (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including View Point Co-Responder renewal and Microsoft Enterprise Agreement renewal (5-0)
• Approved modification of Downtown Entertainment District boundaries (5-0)

Development Authority-Special Call

The Development Authority will hold a special call meeting to receive an update on the Buford Drive & Highway 316 property. The body will also vote on approving the Lawrenceville Development Authority By-Laws.

• Update on Buford Drive & Highway 316 Property
• Approval of Lawrenceville Development Authority By-Laws

The Development Authority approved updated organization by-laws and a contract extension for DeThomas Investments, Inc. An update regarding the Buford Drive and Highway 316 property was tabled. Two items were discussed in executive session with no votes taken.

• Approved updated Lawrenceville Development Authority By-Laws (6-0)
• Approved fifth amendment with DeThomas Investments, Inc. extending contract to September 30, 2023 (6-0)
• Tabled update on Buford Drive & Highway 316 Property (6-0)
• Approved May 24, 2023 Special Call Minutes (6-0)

Board of Appeals- Cancelled

The Lawrenceville Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for June 20, 2023, was cancelled because there was not enough members present to form a quorum. No business was conducted.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum

Hooper Renwick Legacy Preservation Committee

The Hooper Renwick Legacy Preservation Committee will review status updates for ongoing projects and artifacts. The committee will also discuss methods to increase awareness and support, as well as a potential bus stop.

• Artifacts update
• Project status update from Mark LeBlanc
• Project status update from Cammie Mansfield
• Discussion regarding events to increase awareness and support
• Discussion regarding potential bus stop

The committee did not approve the agenda or prior meeting minutes because a quorum was not present. Members received status updates on the Hooper-Renwick Themed Library construction and community outreach efforts. Discussions were held regarding future awareness events and a potential micro transit stop.

• Approval of agenda: Not approved (lack of quorum)
• Approval of March 21, 2023 minutes: Not approved (lack of quorum)

Lawrenceville Arts Commission

The commission will review the budget update and receive updates from various committees. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding murals.

• Budget Update
• Committees Update
• Murals discussion

The commission approved the meeting agenda and prior minutes. Members discussed a proposed $150,000 budget for projects and reviewed updates on several mural projects, including a community mural and potential Coca-Cola sponsored art.

• Approved meeting agenda (4-0)
• Approved prior meeting minutes (4-0)

Downtown Development Authority-CANCELLED

The scheduled meeting of the Lawrenceville Downtown Development Authority for June 12, 2023, was cancelled.

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss various items including rezoning requests, study updates, and contract renewals. The session also includes discussions regarding the Downtown Entertainment District and the local alcohol ordinance.

• Rezoning RZR2023-00019 for Colonnade Enterprises, Inc. at 335 Oak Street and 255 West Pike Street
• Rezoning RZC2023-00047 for Noel Benedict at 405 Scenic Highway
• North Downtown Lawrenceville Study Update
• View Point Co-Responder Agreement Renewal
• Purchase of 2500 KVA Transformers

The Council conducted a work session to discuss several zoning requests and city agreements. No substantive votes were taken on the business items, as several were designated as future consent items or scheduled for public hearings on June 21, 2023.

• Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
• Entered executive session for personnel, litigation, and real estate (5-0)
• Adjourned executive session (5-0)

City Council Special Call

The City Council is holding a public hearing to discuss and approve the FY 2024 budget proposal.

• Public Hearing on FY 2024 Proposed Budget

The City Council held a public hearing for the proposed FY 2024 budget, though no members of the public came forward to speak. No final vote on the budget was taken during this special call; adoption is scheduled for June 21, 2023.

• Approved the meeting agenda (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Lawrenceville Planning Commission will meet to consider two new rezoning applications. The meeting also includes standard procedures such as approving previous minutes and opening the floor for public comment.

• RZR2023-00019: Rezoning request for 335 Oak Street and 255 West Pike Street
• RZC2023-00047: Rezoning request for 405 Scenic Highway

The Planning Commission recommended approval for two rezoning applications, including a residential project for nine single-family homes. The board also approved the agenda and the minutes from the May 1, 2023, meeting.

• Recommended approval of RZR2023-00019 to rezone 335 Oak Street and 255 West Pike Street to RS-60 for nine single-family units (4-0)
• Recommended approval of RZC2023-00047 to rezone 405 Scenic Highway from ON to OI (4-0)
• Approved the June 5, 2023 agenda (4-0)
• Approved the May 1, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Recast Advisory Board

The Recast Advisory Board will meet to receive a ReCAST data presentation and an update from Impact46. The board will also consider approving an amended meeting calendar.

• ReCAST Data Presentation
• Impact46 Presentation & Update
• Approval of Amended ReCAST Meeting Calendar

The board approved the prior meeting minutes and an amended meeting calendar. Members reviewed program data showing most deliverables are on track, though law enforcement and implicit-bias training are behind schedule.

• Approved agenda (7-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved prior meeting minutes (8-0)
• Approved amended ReCAST meeting calendar (8-0)

Development Authority - Special Call

The Lawrenceville Development Authority held a special call meeting to review minutes from February 2023 and receive an update regarding Randy’s Nursery.

• Approval of Special Call Minutes for February 16, 2023
• Approval of Executive Session Minutes for February 16, 2023
• Update on Randy’s Nursery

The Board approved an extension for the purchase of property located at 1004 and 1026 Lawrenceville Highway. The new contract deadline is September 30, 2023.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved Special Call Minutes for February 16, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved Executive Session Minutes for February 16, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved contract extension for purchase of 1004 and 1026 Lawrenceville Highway to September 30, 2023 (4-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider the proposed FY 2024 budget and an ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance. The meeting also includes a public hearing for a rezoning request at 439 West Crogan Street.

• Rezoning request RZC2023-00046 for 439 West Crogan Street
• Ordinance to amend Zoning Ordinance, Article 9
• FY 2024 Proposed Budget
• Lease approval with Impact 46 for 179 Plainview Drive
• Hughes (Benson Street) property acquisition

Stormwater Authority

The Stormwater Authority will review proposed new projects during this meeting. The agenda includes an evaluation of Sandalwood stormwater.

• Sandalwood Stormwater Evaluation

Downtown Development Authority Special Call

The authority will review financial reports including the $1M IGA account. The meeting includes several actions to ratify or approve the purchase and sale of various properties on Eaton Street, Oak Street, Pike Street, and Huff Street.

• Ratify purchase of 131 Eaton Street
• Ratify sale of 131 Eaton Street and 452 Eaton Street
• Ratify sale of 190 Oak Street
• Ratify purchase and sale of 255 Pike Street
• Approve purchase of 436 and 451 Huff Street

The Downtown Development Authority approved the purchase of two parcels and apartment buildings on Huff Street using bond funds. The board also authorized the use of city properties for a public art event and approved a small business facade grant.

• Approved Resolution RES-2023-9 to purchase 436 and 451 Huff Street for $5,013,900 (6-0)
• Approved use of 130 South Clayton Street windows and the Train Depot for a Free Public Art Event (6-0)
• Approved full funding up to $2,500 for Scrum-did-dly-ump-tious facade project
• Approved May 2023 Treasurer’s Report (6-0)
• Approved Regular and Executive Session Minutes from April 10, 2023 (6-0)
• Omitted ratification of real estate transactions for 131 Eaton Street, 452 Eaton Street, 190 Oak Street, and 255 Pike Street (6-0)

Board of Appeals- Cancelled

The Lawrenceville Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for May 15, 2023, was cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss general city business. Topics include a rezoning request for West Crogan Street, potential changes to the zoning ordinance, and discussion regarding the City Millage.

• Rezoning request RZC2023-00046 for 439 West Crogan Street
• Amendment to Zoning Ordinance, Article 9 (Administration and Enforcement)
• Land & Water Conservation Fund Grant application via Georgia Department of Natural Resources
• Multi-Family Inspection Ordinance
• Discussion of City Millage

The City Council reviewed several items for future meetings, including zoning amendments and a grant application. No final votes were taken on the substantive agenda items. One rezoning request was tabled.

• Tabled RZC2023-00046 (West Crogan Capital, LLC) to May 22, 2023 meeting
• Approved agenda as amended (5-0)

City Council Special Call Budget Work Session

The City Council is holding a special call work session to discuss the proposed budget for fiscal year 2024. No other business or public comment is scheduled unless requested by the Mayor and Council.

• Discussion of FY 2024 Proposed Budget

The City Council held a budget work session to review proposed salary increases, a gas grant, and security and housing initiatives. No formal votes were taken on the budget items; the session served as a discussion and presentation of draft objectives.

• Approved the meeting agenda (5-0)

Lawrenceville Arts Commission

The Arts Commission is meeting to receive updates on the Community Mural and Crogan Street Mural projects. The agenda also includes a budget update, committee reports, and discussions regarding potential art locations.

• Community Mural Update
• Crogan Street Mural Update
• Budget Update
• Discussion of potential art locations

Downtown Development Authority-CANCELLED

The Downtown Development Authority meeting scheduled for Monday, May 8, 2023, at 5:00 PM has been cancelled.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a rezoning request for 439 West Crogan Street and an ordinance to amend multiple articles of the Zoning Ordinance. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as approval of minutes and agenda.

• Rezoning request RZC2023-00046 for West Crogan Capital at 439 West Crogan Street
• Ordinance to amend Articles 1, 2, 5, 6, 7, and 9 of the Zoning Ordinance

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider several items including a $1M downtown redevelopment loan update and resolutions regarding property acquisitions. The agenda also includes discussions on the 2023 Election Blueprint and health insurance consulting services.

• DDA update on $1M loan for Downtown Redevelopment
• Resolution for repayment for acquisition of 436 Huff Drive and 451 Huff Drive
• Resolution for the abandonment of a portion of the Eaton Street right-of-way
• Purchase of body and in-car cameras
• Extension of intergovernmental agreement for a hotel loan approved August 12, 2020

The City Council approved the abandonment of a portion of the Eaton Street right-of-way. Other actions included approving the 2023 election blueprint, bond changes, and a hotel loan agreement extension.

• Approved abandonment of 0.234 acres of Eaton Street right-of-way (5-0)
• Approved 2023 Election Blueprint (5-0)
• Approved supplemental change to Thunderbolt Bonds (5-0)
• Approved repayment for acquisition of 436 and 451 Huff Drive (5-0)
• Approved annual contract for Health Insurance Consulting Services (5-0)
• Approved ordinance confirming Lawrenceville Building Authority members and terms (5-0)
• Approved extension of Intergovernmental Agreement for a hotel loan (5-0)
• Approved Resolution for City of Civility (5-0)

Recast Advisory Board - CANCELLED

The Recast Advisory Board meeting originally scheduled for Wednesday, April 26, 2023, has been cancelled.

City Council Special Call Budget Work Session

The City Council will hold a special call work session to discuss the proposed fiscal year 2024 budget. This meeting is dedicated to budget discussion and does not include scheduled public comment.

• Proposed FY 2024 Budget Discussion

The City Council conducted a budget work session featuring a presentation by Finance Director Keith Lee. The session focused on proposed capital bonds and new personnel positions for FY 2024. No formal votes were taken on the budget items discussed.

• Approved agenda (5-0)

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will meet on April 19, 2023, to review new business. The agenda includes a single variance request submitted by Manuel Aliaga regarding the property at 130 Nottingham Circle.

• Variance request VAR2023-00096 for 130 Nottingham Circle

City Council Work Session

The City Council will discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2024 budget. The work session also includes discussions on natural gas contracts, camera purchases, and property acquisitions.

• Presentation of Fiscal Year 2024 Proposed Budget
• Purchase of Natural Gas Materials on a Six-Month Contract
• Purchase of Body and In-Car Cameras
• Repayment from Downtown Development Authority for 436 Huff Drive and 451 Huff Drive
• Amendment to Agreement with Impact 46 for Deauville Apartments relocation services

The City Council held a work session to discuss city business, including the FY 2024 proposed budget and an alcohol ordinance. Several items were moved to the consent agenda or scheduled for the April 26 regular meeting. No votes were taken during the executive session.

• Moved purchase of natural gas materials (six-month contract) to Consent #1
• Moved purchase of body and in-car cameras to Consent #2
• Moved purchase of Trip Saver Il 25KX Switches to Consent #3
• Moved amendment to agreement with Impact 46 for Deauville Apartments relocation services to Consent #4
• Sent resolution for abandonment of portion of Eaton Street right-of-way to April 26 meeting
• Sent resolution for supplemental change to Thunderbolt Bonds to April 26 meeting
• Sent resolution for DDA repayment for acquisition of 436 and 451 Huff Drive to April 26 meeting
• Sent City of Civility Initiative to April 26 meeting

Lawrenceville Arts Commission

The commission will review budget updates and committee reports. The meeting also includes progress updates on the Community Mural and Crogan Street Mural projects.

• Budget Update
• Community Mural Update
• Crogan Street Mural Update

The Arts Commission approved a budget increase for a community mural and requested design updates for the Crogan Street Mural. The commission also discussed upcoming community events and a plan to mirror the DDA's Façade Grant Program.

• Approved payment of up to $20,000 to artist Teresa for community mural (4-0)
• Approved $200 to request design updates for Danee's Crogan Street Mural submission (4-0)
• Cancelled July 11, 2023 meeting and scheduled Special Call meeting for July 18, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (4-0)
• Approved prior meeting minutes (4-0)

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will review the April 2023 Treasurer’s Report and a yearly financial report for the Georgia Department of Community Affairs. The meeting includes a proposal from Travis Pruitt & Associates, Inc. regarding 245 North Perry Street.

• Proposal regarding 245 North Perry Street
• Downtown Development Authority Boundary Update
• April 2023 Treasurer’s Report
• Yearly Financial Report for the Georgia Department of Community Affairs

The Downtown Development Authority approved a Supplemental Bond Resolution to allow for land purchases within the expanded DDA boundary. The board also ratified a survey payment for a parking lot on North Perry Street. The City Council previously enlarged the DDA boundary to include properties at 436 and 451 Huff Street.

• Approved Supplemental Bond Resolution (6-0)
• Ratified $3,390 payment to Truitt Pruitt & Associates, Inc. for survey services at 245 North Perry Street (6-0)
• Approved April 2023 Treasurer's Report (6-0)
• Approved March 13, 2023 Regular Meeting Minutes (6-0)
• Approved March 13, 2023 Executive Session Minutes (6-0)
• Tabled one real estate item during Executive Session

Planning Commission-Cancelled

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for April 3, 2023, was cancelled. There was no business scheduled for this session.

Financial Review Citizen Committee

The committee will meet at the Court Entrance of City Hall for a scheduled meeting. The agenda consists of a city tour guided by City Manager Chuck Warbington.

• City tour guided by City Manager Chuck Warbington

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider several rezoning applications and a resolution to revise the Downtown Development Authority boundary. The agenda also includes an intergovernmental agreement with Gwinnett County for the 2023 Municipal Election.

• Rezoning application RZC2022-00045 at 530 Lyle Circle
• Rezoning application RZR2023-00018 at 255 West Pike Street
• Variance request VAR2022-00091 for Gwinnett Drive
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Gwinnett County Water and Sewerage Authority for Camelot Woods Water Improvement Project
• Sale of surplus property in Land Lots 10 and 145

Council approved a resolution to expand the Downtown Development Authority boundary and named the Collins Hill Extension project Grizzly Parkway. Several contracts and a property sale were approved via consent agenda and new business. A rezoning request for 255 West Pike Street was approved in a 3-2 vote.

• Approved rezoning of 255 West Pike Street (3-2)
• Named Collins Hill Extension project Grizzly Parkway (5-0)
• Approved funding for kinetic art piece installation (5-0)
• Approved sale of surplus property in Land Lots 10 and 145 (5-0)
• Approved resolution to revise Downtown Development Authority boundary (5-0)
• Approved Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Resolution of Intent (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including automobile body repair services and Camelot Woods Water Improvement Project (5-0)
• Tabled VAR2022-00091 to July 31 and Election Blueprint to April 26 (5-0)

Financial Review Citizen Committee

The committee will meet at the GwMA Conference Room to hear department presentations. No specific financial topics or dollar amounts are listed in the agenda.

• Department Presentations

Recast Advisory Board

The Board will conduct a check-in of members and receive updates regarding the Georgia Center for Opportunities and the Project Manager. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Georgia Center for Opportunities Update
• Project Manager Update

The board approved the meeting agenda and previous minutes. Members received updates on workforce development from the Georgia Center for Opportunities and reviewed ReCAST marketing materials and webpage updates.

• Approved meeting agenda (8-0)
• Approved prior meeting minutes (8-0)

Planning Commission-Special Call Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a special call meeting to conduct public hearing training and address the possibility of a quorum.

• Public Hearing Training

Board of Appeals-Special Called Meeting

The Board of Appeals has called a special meeting to conduct public hearing training and address the possibility of a quorum.

• Public Hearing Training
• Possibility of Quorum

Hooper Renwick Legacy Preservation Committee

The committee will review prior meeting minutes and receive updates on artifacts and project statuses. The agenda also includes comments from Mayor David Still and notes regarding future actions.

• Approval of February 21, 2023, special call meeting minutes
• Artifacts update by Joyce Moore
• Project status update by Mark LeBlanc
• Project status update by Cammie Mansfield

The committee approved the February 21, 2023, meeting minutes and received status reports on the Hooper-Renwick Themed Library. Updates included the approval of site and building permits and the processing of 154 artifacts and 40 oral histories.

• Approved amended agenda removing comments by Mayor David Still
• Approved February 21, 2023, Special Call minutes with one correction

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will meet to consider two specific variance requests. Discussion for each request is limited to 10 minutes per side.

• Variance request VAR2022-00089: Jesse Hatchat, 341 Sarah Lane
• Variance request VAR2023-00094: Heather Zahradnik, 680 Duluth Highway

Financial Review Citizen Committee

The committee will hold discussions with representatives from the Gas Department, Community Relations, and Planning & Development. The agenda consists of departmental conversations.

• Gas Department discussion with Todd Hardigree
• Community Relations discussion with Jasmine Billings
• Planning & Development discussion with Helen Appenzeller

City Council Work Session

The City Council will discuss several rezoning requests and infrastructure projects. The session includes discussions on water improvements, street projects, and the 2023 municipal election.

• Rezoning: 255 West Pike Street (Colonnade Enterprises, Inc.)
• Rezoning: 530 Lyle Circle (Alessandro Salvo)
• Annual contract for Automobile Body Repair Services
• Purchase and installation of a new handicapped vertical platform lift
• Camelot Woods Water Improvement Project intergovernmental agreement

The council reviewed several items for future action, including a rezoning request and an election agreement. No substantive votes were taken on the agenda items during this work session. One rezoning item was tabled to the March 29 meeting.

• Tabled RZC2022-00045 (530 Lyle Circle) to March 29 meeting
• Moved Automobile Body Repair Services contract to Consent Item #1
• Moved Handicapped Vertical Platform Lift purchase to Consent Item #2
• Moved Camelot Woods Water Improvement Project agreement to Consent Item #3
• Moved Seminary Street Improvements Project to Consent Item #4
• Moved 2023 Municipal Election agreement to Consent Item #5
• Entered and adjourned executive session to discuss real estate and litigation (5-0)

Building Authority

The Building Authority will meet to review and discuss proposed changes to its current bylaws. The meeting also includes the approval of several past meeting minutes.

• Modification to Building Authority Bylaws

Lawrenceville Arts Commission

The commission will discuss the budget and receive updates on various projects. Discussion items include committee reports, a community mural, and the Crogan mural.

• Budget discussion
• Community Mural update
• Crogan Mural discussion
• Future Projects discussion

Downtown Development Authority

The authority will review the March 2023 Treasurer’s Report and an invoice from Precision Planning Inc. The meeting includes a discussion of previous minutes and an executive session regarding real estate.

• March 2023 Treasurer’s Report
• Precision Planning Inc. Invoice
• Executive Session - Real Estate

The Board approved the March 2023 Treasurer's Report and two invoices for planning surveys. The Board also discussed façade grant updates and a recommended art installation for Gateway Park.

• Approved March 2023 Treasurer's Report (7-0)
• Approved Precision Planning invoice 68915 for $2,943.70 for Depot Street survey (6-0, 1 abstaining)
• Approved Precision Planning invoice 69148 for $335.23 for Eaton Street survey (6-0, 1 abstaining)
• Approved February 13, 2023 Regular and Executive Session minutes (7-0)

Financial Review Citizen Committee

The Financial Review Citizen Committee is meeting to discuss the FY 2024 proposed budget. The agenda contains only this single discussion item and procedural items.

• Discussion of FY 2024 Proposed Budget

The committee met to discuss the FY 2024 Proposed Budget. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded in the minutes.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a rezoning application (RZR2023-00018) from Colonnade Enterprises, Inc. for property at 255 West Pike Street. The meeting also includes approval of the agenda and prior meeting minutes, followed by public comment.

• Rezoning application RZR2023-00018 by Colonnade Enterprises, Inc.
• Property address: 255 West Pike Street
• Public comment period with registration required by noon the Friday before the meeting

The Planning Commission recommended approval of a rezoning request for 255 West Pike Street from Central Business District to Single-Family Residential District. The proposal allows for up to six dwellings on 1.07 acres, subject to specific design and density conditions.

• Recommended approval of RZR2023-00018 to rezone 255 West Pike Street to RS-60 (3-1)
• Approved the meeting agenda (4-0)
• Approved February 6, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

City Council Retreat

The Lawrenceville City Council is holding a retreat to discuss strategic priorities for FY2024. The agenda includes a police update from Chief Mullin and discussion of seven strategic priorities: supporting local businesses, encouraging high-quality housing, enhancing mobility, enhancing public safety, ensuring responsive operations, fostering development, and embracing the arts.

• Police update from Chief Mullin
• Discussion of 7 strategic priorities for FY2024
• Focus on local business support, housing, mobility, public safety, operations, development, and arts

City Council Retreat

The Lawrenceville City Council is holding a retreat to discuss zoning regulations, the FY 2024 budget preview, and the Lawrenceville Housing Authority structure. The agenda also includes results from a community survey, council discussion items such as rules of order and appointments, and project updates on trails and events.

• Zoning 101 training in two parts with Lee Thompson and Frank Hartley
• Financial session covering enterprise funds, budget preview, millage rate, and homestead exemption
• Council discussion on Roberts Rules of Order, agendas, proclamations, boards, and municipal judge selection
• Lawrenceville Housing Authority structure presentation by Lee Thompson
• Project updates on events/social media and trail projects

City Council Regular Meeting

The Lawrenceville City Council will consider a mid-year budget adjustment, several rezoning applications, and a temporary moratorium on development in the North Downtown area. The consent agenda includes an alcohol beverage ordinance amendment, a streets and stormwater maintenance contract, and a contract addendum for the Reentry Coalition. A public hearing will be held for the rezoning items.

• Fiscal Year 2023 Mid-Year Budget Adjustment
• Citywide rezoning request (RZR2023-00015) affecting multiple properties
• Rezoning request for 530 Lyle Circle (RZC2022-00045)
• Resolution for a temporary moratorium on North Downtown (DTL) development
• Acquisition of 124 Benson Street

Council approved a temporary moratorium for the North DTL area and authorized the acquisition of 124 Benson Street. Several citywide and specific property rezonings were approved, and a new ordinance for renaming streets was established.

• Approved temporary moratorium of North DTL with amount changed from $5,000.00 to $25,000.00 (5-0)
• Approved acquisition of 124 Benson Street (5-0)
• Approved citywide rezonings RZR2023-00015 and RZR2023-00016 (5-0)
• Approved rezoning RZR2022-00017 at 577 Scenic Highway with staff conditions (5-0)
• Approved ordinance establishing regulations for renaming streets (5-0)
• Approved renewal and expansion of Comcast Fiber Data Lines (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Hector Sanchez to LHA (5-0)
• Tabled RZC2022-00045 and Collins Hill Extension Project name to future sessions (5-0)

Recast Advisory Board

The Recast Advisory Board will hear a presentation from the Lawrenceville Police Chief and receive an update on the Impact46 program. The meeting also includes board member check-in and a project manager update. No votes on ordinances, contracts, or rezonings are scheduled.

• Presentation by the Lawrenceville Police Chief
• Impact46 presentation and update
• Project manager update

The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from January 25, 2023. Members received presentations from the Lawrenceville Police Chief and Impact46 regarding community engagement and youth leadership. The Program Manager reported on budget adjustments and a proposed change to the service sign-up process.

• Approved meeting agenda (8-0, 1 abstaining)
• Approved January 25, 2023 meeting minutes (8-0, 1 abstaining)

Board of Appeals- Special Called Meeting

The Board of Appeals will hold a special called meeting to discuss a single item: an appeal of a decision regarding the pouring of alcohol, filed by Courtland Davis. Discussion on variance requests is limited to 10 minutes per side.

• Pouring Alcohol Decision Appeal; Courtland Davis

The Board of Appeals met to hear an appeal regarding the city's alcoholic beverage regulations. The board voted to approve the appeal filed by Courtland D. Davis.

• Approved appeal by Courtland D. Davis regarding Pouring Permit requirements (3-0)

Hooper Renwick Legacy Preservation Committee - Special Call

This special-called meeting of the Hooper-Renwick Legacy Preservation Committee includes swearing in new members by Mayor David Still, a discussion of the committee's role led by the city manager and mayor, and an election of officers. The committee will also approve minutes from its November 15, 2022 meeting.

• Oaths for Hooper-Renwick Legacy Preservation Committee members administered by Mayor David Still
• Discussion of committee's role by City Manager Chuck Warbington and Mayor David Still
• Election of officers (members must be present to vote)
• Approval of prior meeting minutes from November 15, 2022

The committee held elections for its leadership positions and administered oaths to members. The committee also approved the minutes from the November 15, 2022 meeting with a specific amendment regarding attendance and prayer.

• Elected Paula Foil as Secretary (unanimous)
• Elected Greg Lott as Vice-Chair (6-5)
• Elected Constance Brown as Chair (6-5)
• Approved November 15, 2022 meeting minutes with amendment (unanimous)

Development Authority - Special Call

The Development Authority will administer the oath to a new board member and discuss its by-laws. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and an executive session on real estate.

• Oath for new board member
• Development Authority By-Laws Discussion
• Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes for October 31, 2022
• Approval of Executive Session Minutes for October 31, 2022
• Executive Session - Real Estate

The Development Authority approved two contract extensions for real estate projects. The board also swore in a new member and discussed upcoming updates to the authority's by-laws.

• Approved fourth amendment with DeThomas Investments, Inc. extending contract to June 30, 2023 (7-0)
• Approved third amendment with Randy's Nursery and Greenhouses, Inc. extending contract to May 31, 2023 (7-0)
• Approved Regular and Executive Session Meeting Minutes for October 31, 2022 (7-0)
• Administered Oath to new Board Member Terry

City Council Work Session

The City Council will discuss several rezoning applications, including properties at 530 Lyle Circle and 448 Grayson Highway, and citywide rezonings. Other items include ordinances on street renaming, parking, and alcoholic beverages, as well as contracts for stormwater maintenance and event entertainment. The council will also consider a mid-year budget adjustment for fiscal year 2023.

• RZC2022-00045; Alessandro Salvo; 530 Lyle Circle
• RZR2023-00015: Citywide Rezoning; Multiple addresses
• RZR2023-00016: Citywide Rezoning; Multiple addresses
• Fiscal Year 2023 Mid-Year Budget Adjustment
• An Ordinance Establishing the Regulation for the Renaming of Streets

The City Council approved an amended agenda and held discussions on various rezoning requests, city branding, and ordinances. No substantive votes were taken on the primary agenda items, as several were tabled or scheduled for future meetings.

• Approved amended agenda (5-0)
• Tabled RZC2022-00045 (530 Lyle Circle) to 03/16/2023
• Tabled Ordinance to Amend Article 5 Parking of the Zoning Ordinance to 04/17/2023
• Tabled Ordinance to Amend Zoning Ordinance Article 9 to 04/17/2023
• Tabled Ordinance to Amend Code of Ordinance Chapter 10 Article II to 04/17/2023
• Entered executive session to discuss personnel and real estate (5-0)
• Adjourned executive session with no votes taken (5-0)

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority is meeting to approve prior meeting minutes, receive the February 2023 Treasurer's Report, and discuss a 2023 Strategic Leadership Visit for chairman training. The agenda also includes a citizen comment period and an executive session for real estate matters.

• Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes for January 9, 2023
• Approval of Executive Session Minutes for January 9, 2023
• February 2023 Treasurer’s Report
• Chairman Training – 2023 Strategic Leadership Visit
• Executive Session for Real Estate

The Board approved the February 2023 Treasurer's Report and funding for Chairman Merritt to attend a leadership visit. The Board also received updates on downtown business openings, upcoming murals, and SPLOST funding for a multi-use path.

• Approved February 2023 Treasurer's Report (6-0)
• Approved up to $4,600 for Chairman Merritt's registration, accommodation, and airfare for Strategic Leadership Visit in Boston (6-0)
• Approved Regular Meeting Minutes for January 9, 2023 (6-0)
• Approved Executive Session Minutes for January 9, 2023 (6-0)
• Voted on 2 Real Estate Items in Executive Session

Stormwater Authority

The Stormwater Authority will receive updates on the stormwater budget and the stormwater masterplan. No decisions are scheduled; the meeting is informational.

• Stormwater Budget Update
• Stormwater Masterplan Update

Lawrenceville Arts Commission

The Lawrenceville Arts Commission is meeting to discuss its budget, receive committee updates, and review progress on the Crogan Mural and a community mural. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and general discussion items.

• Budget discussion
• Committees update
• Crogan Mural update
• Community Mural update

The Commission approved the agenda and prior meeting minutes. Members discussed upcoming event participation and reviewed proposals for the Crogan and Community murals.

• Approved meeting agenda (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved prior meeting minutes (4-0, 1 abstention)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of three rezoning applications, all converting multifamily or office-institutional parcels to single-family residential districts. Two applications cover multiple properties along Northdale Road, and one covers a parcel on Scenic Highway. The recommendations include detailed conditions on home size, materials, setbacks, and design. The items were decided, not merely discussed.

• RZR2023-00015: Rezone 7 parcels (432-448 Northdale Rd, ~3.84 acres) from RM-12 to RS-150, recommended for approval with conditions including 2,000 sq ft minimum for 1-story homes.
• RZR2023-00016: Rezone 5 parcels (102-155 Northdale Rd, ~1.80 acres) from RM-12 to RS-150, recommended for approval with conditions including masonry facades and 35-ft building height limit.
• RZR2023-00017: Rezone 577 Scenic Hwy (~0.45 acres) from OI to RS-150, recommended for approval with a variance reducing minimum lot width from 100 ft to 99.88 ft.
• Four agenda items were tabled to the March 6, 2023 public hearing: a Lyle Circle rezoning and three zoning ordinance amendments (parking, administration/enforcement, and Chapter 10).
• All votes were unanimous (4-0) with Chairperson Hardy, Vice-Chairperson Nash, Board Member Johnston, Jr., and Board Member Young present.

The Planning Commission recommended approval for three rezoning applications to allow single-family residential districts. Several other agenda items, including zoning ordinance amendments and one rezoning request, were tabled until March 6, 2023.

• Recommended approval of RZR 2023-00015 to rezone 3.84 acres on Northdale Road from RM-12 to RS-150 (4-0)
• Recommended approval of RZR2023-00016 to rezone 1.80 acres on Northdale Road from RM-12 to RS-150 (4-0)
• Recommended approval of RZR2023-00017 to rezone 0.45 acres at 577 Scenic Hwy from OI to RS-150 (4-0)
• Tabled RZC2022-00045 (530 Lyle Circle) to March 6, 2023 (4-0)
• Tabled Ordinance to Amend ARTICLE 5 (Parking) to March 6, 2023 (4-0)
• Tabled Ordinance to Amend ARTICLE 9 (Administration and Enforcement) to March 6, 2023 (4-0)
• Tabled Ordinance to Amend Code of Ordinance, Chapter 10, Article II to March 6, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved January 3, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Board of Appeals-Decision

The Board of Appeals will consider a variance request (VAR2022-00091) from Lawrenceville Land Holdings, LLC for a property on Gwinnett Drive. Discussion is limited to 10 minutes per side, with additional time for board questions. The meeting also includes approval of the agenda and prior meeting minutes.

• Variance request VAR2022-00091 by Lawrenceville Land Holdings, LLC on Gwinnett Drive

City Council Regular Meeting

The Lawrenceville City Council will consider five rezoning and special-use permit applications, approve several annual contracts for waste disposal, HVAC services, and electric cable installation, and vote on a resolution for the MEAG Municipal Competitive Trust. The meeting also includes recognitions, proclamations, and a public comment period.

• RZC2022-00043: BB Accounting Services, Inc. at 388 Scenic Highway
• RZC2022-00044: KRB Investments, Inc. at 142 Oak Street and 288 North Clayton Street
• RZM2022-00013 & SUP2022-00075: GTD Partners, LLC on the 800 block of Grayson Highway
• RZM2022-00014: Metro Atlanta Recovery Residences, Inc. at 178 Constitution Blvd
• RZR2022-00011: Fairlane Capital LLC at 448 Grayson Highway

The provided document is an agenda for a work session rather than minutes of a meeting. It lists items for discussion including zoning requests, annual contracts for waste and HVAC services, and 2023 qualifying fees, but does not record any decisions or vote tallies.

Recast Advisory Board

The ReCAST Advisory Board will elect 2023 board officers, approve the 2023 meeting calendar, and receive a data presentation and project manager update. The meeting also includes citizen comments, approval of prior minutes, and a board member check-in.

• Election of 2023 Board Officers
• 2023 Meeting Calendar Approval
• ReCAST Data Presentation & Update
• Project Manager Update

The board voted to retain its current Chair, Vice-chair, and Secretary for 2023. Members approved the 2023 meeting calendar and minutes from September and October 2022. The board also reviewed a quarterly data report and discussed implicit-bias training.

• Retained Chanda Floyd-Bryant as Chair (9-0)
• Retained Hector Sanchez as Vice-chair (8-0, 1 abstention)
• Retained Marcus Thorne as Secretary (9-0)
• Approved September 28, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved October 26, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved 2023 ReCAST meeting calendar

City Council Work Session

The Council held a work session to discuss zoning requests and annual contracts. No final votes were taken on the substantive items, which were either scheduled for future hearings, withdrawn, tabled, or moved to a consent agenda.

• Withdrew RZM2022-00013 & SUP2022-00075 (800 Block Grayson Highway)
• Tabled RZR2022-00011 (448 Grayson Highway) to February 2023 work session
• Scheduled RZC2022-00043, RZC2022-00044, and RZM2022-00014 for January 30th public hearing
• Moved eight items including HVAC, waste disposal, and firewall purchase to Consent Agenda

Building Authority

The Building Authority will hold a brief meeting to elect its officers for the coming term. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Election of Building Authority Officers

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will hear a variance request (VAR2022-00091) from Lawrenceville Land Holdings, LLC for a property on Gwinnett Drive. Discussion is limited to 10 minutes per side, with board questions not counting toward the time limit.

• VAR2022-00091; Lawrenceville Land Holdings, LLC; Gwinnett Drive

Lawrenceville Arts Commission

The Lawrenceville Arts Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve prior meeting minutes, elect board members, and discuss the budget. Updates will also be provided on the Georgia Mural Trail and a community mural project.

• Board Elections
• Budget discussion
• GA Mural Trail Update
• Community Mural Update

The Commission elected its 2023 leadership and narrowed 10 community mural submissions down to two finalists. The board also discussed replacing the GA Mural Trail artist following the death of John Christian.

• Elected 2023 Officers: Chair Aura-Leigh Sanders, Vice-Chair Amber Walden, and Treasurer/Secretary Jasmine Billings (5-0)
• Advanced Leigh and Teresa as finalists for the Community Mural project (5-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved prior meeting minutes (5-0)

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will consider approval of prior meeting minutes, receive the January 2023 Treasurer's Report, and discuss Mainstreet and other business. The meeting also includes a public comment period and an executive session for real estate matters.

• Approval of Special Call Minutes for December 12, 2022
• Approval of Executive Session Minutes for December 12, 2022
• January 2023 Treasurer's Report
• Executive Session - Real Estate

The Board approved the January 2023 Treasurer's Report and the minutes from December 12, 2022. The meeting included a Mainstreet update on the 2022 event season and an executive session regarding real estate. No other substantive public decisions were recorded.

• Approved January 2023 Treasurer’s Report (6-0)
• Approved Special Call Minutes for December 12, 2022 with one revision (6-0)
• Approved Executive Session Minutes for December 12, 2022 (6-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Lawrenceville Planning Commission will vote on several rezoning applications, including BB Accounting Services at 388 Scenic Highway, KRB Investments at 142 Oak Street and 288 North Clayton Street, and GTD Partners on the 800 block of Grayson Highway. The agenda also includes a rezoning and special-use permit for Metro Atlanta Recovery Residences at 168 Constitution Blvd, plus three ordinance amendments addressing parking, administration/enforcement, and Chapter 10 of the city code. Public comment is available with prior registration.

• RZC2022-00043: BB Accounting Services, Inc.; 388 Scenic Highway
• RZC2022-00044: KRB Investments, Inc.; 142 Oak Street and 288 North Clayton Street
• RZM2022-00013 & SUP2022-00075: GTD Partners, LLC; 800 Block Grayson Highway
• RZM2022-00014: Metro Atlanta Recovery Residences, Inc.; 168 Constitution Blvd
• Ordinance to amend Article 5 (Parking) and Article 9 (Administration and Enforcement) of the Zoning Ordinance

The Planning Commission recommended approval for rezoning requests at 142 E Oak Street/288 N Clayton Street and 168 Constitution Boulevard. A rezoning request for 388 Scenic Highway was recommended for denial. The commission also elected its 2023 leadership.

• Elected Bruce Hardy as Chairperson (5-0)
• Elected Jim Nash as Vice-Chairperson (5-0)
• Recommended denial of rezoning RZC2022-00043 at 388 Scenic Highway (5-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning RZC2022-00044 at 142 E Oak St and 288 N Clayton St (5-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning RZM2022-00014 at 168 Constitution Boulevard (5-0)
• Withdrew RZM2022-00013 & SUP2022-00075 at 800 Block Grayson Highway
• Tabled ordinances regarding Parking, Administration and Enforcement, and Code of Ordinance Chapter 10