McDonough public meetings in 2024

City Council

The City Council will consider several financial requests including a new safety platform and watershed monitoring. Discussions include city branding, gateway sign concepts, and zoning code amendments.

• $337,575.00 for a 24-month FLOCK safety platform and services contract
• $14,485.00 for Turnipseed Engineers’ watershed monitoring proposal
• $26,500.00 for Georgia Power lighting installation in Iris Village Subdivision
• Monthly $385.05 light bill takeover for Iris Village Subdivision
• Text amendment to update the Zoning Code and Zoning Map

The council approved a 24-month FLOCK safety platform contract for $337,575 funded by ARPA, and approved several other items including ARPA expenditures, a LMIG application, Iris Village lighting, and employee premium pay. The vote on the Title 17 zoning code amendment was deferred to January 2, 2025, after questions were raised. Two moratorium resolutions were adopted extending limits on certain applications until February 1, 2025.

• Approved $337,575 FLOCK safety platform contract (7-0)
• Approved staff recommendations for ARPA expenditures (6-0)
• Authorized Mayor to sign ARPA-related agreements (7-0)
• Authorized 2025 LMIG application for Windsor Estates paving (7-0)
• Adopted CIE Amendment resolution (7-0)
• Approved $26,500 Iris Village lighting, funded by ARPA (7-0)
• Approved Year-End Employee Premium Pay (7-0)
• Deferred Title 17 zoning code amendment vote to Jan 2, 2025 (7-0)

City Council

The McDonough City Council will consider a text amendment to update the Zoning Code and Zoning Map, among other items. The consent agenda includes a $184,304.30 water main replacement on McDonough Parkway and a $209,395.15 police vehicle purchase. Several land use cases have been withdrawn or postponed to 2025.

• Request to replace 700' of water main on McDonough Parkway for $184,304.30 (SPLOST IV).
• Request to purchase five police vehicles (3 Kia Telluride, 2 EV6) for $209,395.15 (ARPA).
• Text amendment to amend and update Chapter 17 (Zoning Code) and the Zoning Map.
• Special use permit for multi-story self-storage on Lake Dow Rd. withdrawn by applicant.
• Annexation and rezoning of 705 Tomlinson St. to R-75 postponed until 2025.

The McDonough City Council approved a new pay plan that sets an $18 minimum wage and includes pay equity adjustments for 191 employees. The council also approved several consent agenda items, including water main replacement, a storage building, and PTSD insurance for first responders. Other actions included purchasing five police vehicles, reimbursing water customers for property damage, and postponing the Title 17 zoning amendments to December 16, 2024.

• Approved pay increases for 191 employees, adopting Hybrid Parity and moving Executives to Midpoint (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda: Civic Plus invoice $11,017.46; water main replacement $184,304.30; storage building $27,880.00; GIRMA PTSD insurance $12,778/yr; crack filling bids (5-0)
• Approved engagement of James L. Whitaker for FY 2023-2024 audit (5-0)
• Approved purchase of 3 Kia Telluride and 2 EV6 police vehicles for $209,395.15 from ARPA funds (5-0)
• Approved policy changes for Holiday Pay, Blood Donations, and Compensatory Pay (6-0)
• Authorized reimbursement to water customers for property damage from air in service line, $9,401.63 (6-0)
• Postponed Title 17 zoning amendments to December 16, 2024 (6-0)
• Approved 2025 Holiday Schedule with New Year's Eve added (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will approve two technology service payments of $13,802.93 for Laserfiche maintenance and $10,500.00 for Barracuda maintenance. It will discuss a petition for a Concept Plan Review of a gas station at 1005 Shoppes Lane. The council will consider annexing and rezoning the property at 705 Tomlinson St. to R-75 single‑family residential. Additional items include nominations for Planning Commission and BOZA members and a review of the Evergreen Classification and Compensation Study.

• Approve $13,802.93 payment for Laserfiche annual maintenance (Technology Services)
• Approve $10,500.00 payment for Barracuda annual maintenance (Technology Services)
• Petition for Concept Plan Review of gas station at 1005 Shoppes Lane (C‑3 Highway Commercial)
• Annexation and rezoning request for 705 Tomlinson St. to R-75 residential (RA to R‑75)
• Nominations for Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals members for 2025

At its November 7, 2024 workshop, the McDonough City Council approved paying $13,802.93 for Laserfiche maintenance and $10,500 for Barracuda maintenance, and approved minutes of three prior meetings. The council adopted a resolution honoring Preston Dorsey, agreed to contribute $15,000 in ARPA funds to the Greater Atlanta United Way's Building Resilient Professional Program, and authorized the Mayor to buy about 12.51 acres at Avalon Boulevard and Parkway for $1,299,900. Council members also made nominations to the Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals, and postponed one case to 2025.

• Approved agenda with two additions (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda: $13,802.93 Laserfiche maintenance, $10,500 Barracuda maintenance, and minutes of Oct 21, Oct 24, and Oct 28 meetings (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 24-11-07 honoring Preston Dorsey (7-0)
• Adopted resolution supporting Building Resilient Professional Program with $15,000 in ARPA funds (7-0)
• Postponed case #240901 (Andy Welch for Hardeman property) to 2025 at applicant's request (7-0)
• Authorized Mayor to execute agreement to purchase approximately 12.51 acres at Avalon Boulevard and Parkway for $1,299,900 (7-0)
• Entered executive session for litigation, real estate, and personnel matters (7-0)
• Returned to regular session (6-0; Councilmember Payton not present for vote)

General

The City Council is meeting to review and discuss updates to the Zoning Code (Chapter 17) with Community Development Director Sylvia Smith.

• Review and discussion for update to Zoning Code (Chapter 17)

General

The City Council is meeting to review and discuss updates to the city's Zoning Code (Chapter 17). This item will be presented by Community Development Director Sylvia Smith.

• Review and discussion of Zoning Code (Chapter 17) updates

City Council

The McDonough City Council will discuss a rezoning request to change a Racetrack Road parcel from Residential Agricultural (RA-200) to Residential Townhouse District (RTD). The council will also consider a $23,200 water‑line relocation at Turner Church Road linked to the McDonough Parkway Extension, and a resolution supporting construction of an outdoor health fitness court. Additional items include a consent agenda for taking over the Cottages at Avalon subdivision street‑light bill and routine public comments and presentations.

• Rezoning request for Racetrack Rd. townhomes (RA-200 to RTD) – Case #240501
• Approval of $23,200 water line relocation at Turner Church Road for Parkway Extension (funded by SPLOST IV)
• Resolution to support construction of an outside health fitness court
• Consent agenda: city to take over street‑light bill for the Cottages at Avalon subdivision
• Public comments and presentations from Housing Authority and Connecting Henry

The McDonough City Council approved the consent agenda, deferred a zoning text amendment, postponed a townhome case, adopted a resolution for a fitness court, approved a water line relocation, approved a fuel agreement with Henry County, and appointed Ralph Igwedibie as Finance Director at $120,000 per year. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

• Approved consent agenda including street light bill takeover for Cottages at Avalon and Oct 3 workshop minutes (7-0)
• Deferred zoning text amendment to Nov 18, 2024 (7-0)
• Postponed Racetrack Road Townhomes case to Feb 17, 2025 (consensus)
• Adopted resolution supporting outdoor Health Fitness Court (7-0)
• Approved $23,200 water line relocation at Turner Church Road (7-0)
• Approved Henry County fuel agreement with $0.20/gallon surcharge (7-0)
• Appointed Ralph Igwedibie as Finance Director at $120,000/year (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a Draft Capital Improvements Element Amendment for the City’s Impact Fee Program. The body is also reviewing requests for a new vehicle for the Parks Director and the installation of EV charging stations.

• Public hearing on Draft Capital Improvements Element Amendment for the City’s Impact Fee Program
• Purchase of one 2024 Chevrolet 1500 Double Cab for $41,364.00
• Purchase and installation of six EV charging stations at 305 Racetrack Road for $17,510.00
• Authorization for Mayor to execute Right of First Refusal agreement for 108 Jonesboro Street

The City Council approved the purchase of two trolleys using ARPA funds, with a cap of $250,000 each, in a 4-3 vote. The council also approved funding for Connecting Henry ($300,000), a $10,000 fee exemption for the Department of Human Services, a $41,364 truck purchase, and $17,510 for EV charging stations. An emergency bid request for a wing wall repair at 715 Industrial Boulevard was approved, and a resolution to name a soccer mini pitch for Judge Wade Crumbley was passed.

• Approved purchase of two trolleys with ARPA funds, not to exceed $250,000 each (4-3)
• Approved $300,000 funding for Connecting Henry (7-0)
• Approved up to $10,000 for Department of Human Services fee exemptions (7-0)
• Approved $41,364 purchase of 2024 Chevrolet 1500 for Parks Director (7-0)
• Approved $17,510 for six EV charging stations and chargers (7-0)
• Approved emergency bid request for wing wall repair at 715 Industrial Boulevard (6-0)
• Approved naming soccer mini pitch at Alexander Park East for Judge Wade Crumbley (6-0)
• Authorized Mayor to execute Right of First Refusal for 108 Jonesboro Street (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will vote on several infrastructure contracts and a special use permit for a self-storage facility. The meeting includes decisions on water meter purchases, newsletter printing, and ARPA fund reallocation.

• Utility relocation for dual roundabouts on Hwy 20 at McGarity Road and Lawrenceville Street totaling $1,550,365.00
• Special Use Permit for a multi-story climate-controlled self-storage facility on Lake Dow Rd.
• Phase II of the Blacksville Community Improvements Project proposal for $328,470.00
• Reallocation of $330,000.00 from ARPA Housing Rehabilitation to Water/Sewer
• Purchase of 100 Neptune Water Meters for $26,500.00

The council approved several items, including a $1.55M utility relocation agreement for the Hwy 20 roundabouts (city pays $1.24M, GDOT $310K), a $24,300 printing contract, a $330K ARPA fund reallocation, and a $328,470 contract for Phase 2 of the Blacksville project. They also authorized the mayor to sign TEFRA resolutions for bonds at The Promenade and Willow Place, deferred Title 17 revisions to October 21, and deferred a self-storage case. All votes were unanimous (7-0) except the return from executive session (6-0, with one member absent).

• Approved $1.55M utility relocation agreement for Hwy 20 roundabouts (7-0)
• Authorized mayor to sign TEFRA resolutions for Promenade and Willow Place bonds (7-0)
• Deferred Title 17 revisions to October 21, 2024 (7-0)
• Approved $24,300 one-year printing contract with Print Charming (7-0)
• Reallocated $330,000 from ARPA Housing Rehabilitation to Water/Sewer (7-0)
• Approved $328,470 JMT proposal for Phase 2 Blacksville improvements (7-0)
• Deferred Lake Dow Self Storage case 240205 to a future date
• Approved soliciting bids for square landscape installation (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will vote on a rezoning request for the Notti property and consider a $237,610.30 paving contract for Fire Station 52. The meeting also includes a presentation on impact fee methodology and reviews of zoning and leave policies.

• Vote on rezoning 108 Jonesboro Rd from R-100 to C-2 for an event venue
• Proposed $237,610.30 contract with ONSITE PAVING for Fire Station 52 parking and driveway
• Preliminary Plat approval for Wade Farms at 343 Turner Church Rd
• Presentation of the 2024 Impact Fee Methodology Report
• Review of Zoning Code (Title 17) revisions

The City Council approved the preliminary plat for Wade Farms at 343 Turner Church Road (6-1, with Councilmember Thomas abstaining) and rezoned 108 Jonesboro Road to C-2 with conditions, including allowing owner-occupied single-family use and prohibiting rental apartments (7-0). The council also approved consent agenda items, including fire turnout gear purchase and a mutual aid resolution, plus a $237,610.30 paving project at Fire Station 52. No action items resulted from executive session.

• Approved consent agenda: $17,988 for 6 sets of fire turnout gear and GMAG mutual aid resolution (6-0)
• Approved changes to Section III Holidays and Leave Policy (7-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for Wade Farms at 343 Turner Church Road (6-1, Thomas abstained)
• Rezoned 108 Jonesboro Road to C-2 with conditions, allowing owner-occupied single-family and prohibiting rental apartments (7-0)
• Approved $237,610.30 driveway and parking lot improvements at Fire Station 52 (6-0)
• Approved August 19, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will vote on several high-cost equipment purchases and infrastructure repairs. The body is also considering moratoriums on internally illuminated signage and multi-family or hotel developments. Several zoning requests and special use permits for schools and commercial properties are on the agenda.

• Purchase of a combination jet/vac truck for $572,956.36
• Purchase of three 2024 Kia Sportage SUVs for $99,798.66
• Proposed moratoriums on multi-family/hotel developments and internally illuminated signage
• Request to rezone 108 Jonesboro Rd. to C-2 for an event venue
• Special Use Permit request for Heritage Montessori School at 262 Macon St.

The McDonough City Council approved several purchases and zoning changes. Key approvals included a $572,956 combination jet/vac truck, a $35,649 emergency pump, a $26,300 metal roof, three Kia SUVs for $99,798, and a health insurance renewal. The council also approved a text amendment allowing schools in O-I districts, an administrative variance for Willow Place, and two moratoriums on certain developments. A rezoning request for 108 Jonesboro Road was deferred to a later meeting.

• Approved $572,956 combination jet/vac truck (6-0)
• Approved $35,649 emergency pump for Kalves Creek (6-0)
• Approved $26,300 metal roof at 77 Lawrenceville St (6-0)
• Approved text amendment allowing schools in O-I district (6-0)
• Approved administrative variance for Willow Place (6-0)
• Adopted moratorium on internally illuminated signage (6-0)
• Adopted moratorium on multi-family and hotel developments (6-0)
• Approved $99,798 purchase of three Kia SUVs (6-0)

City Council

The McDonough City Council will decide on purchasing seven police SUVs, two trollies, and zoning text amendments. Public hearings are scheduled for rezoning requests at 108 Jonesboro Rd. and 262 Macon St.

• Purchase of 7 Ford Interceptor SUVs for police ($495,719.49, SPLOST V funding)
• Purchase of 2 hometown trollies ($482,052.00, ARPA & special revenues funding)
• Text amendment to allow public/private schools under Special Use Permit in O-I zoning
• Rezone 108 Jonesboro Rd. to C-2 for event venue (District 2)
• Special Use Permit for Heritage Montessori School at 262 Macon St. (District 1)

The City Council voted 3-3 with one abstention against purchasing two trolleys for $482,052, with some members citing the need for more budget and operations discussion. The council approved several other items, including a capital improvements resolution, seven police SUVs, the Kroger Opioid Settlement, and driveway repairs. Two rezoning and special use permit items were postponed to future meetings.

• Adopted Resolution 24-08-01, Capital Improvements Element 2024 Annual Update (7-0)
• Approved purchase of 7 Ford Interceptor SUVs for $495,719.49 (7-0)
• Authorized entering Kroger Opioid Settlement (7-0)
• Denied purchase of two trolleys for $482,052 (3-3-1)
• Approved repairs to Ms. Miller's driveway (7-0)
• Approved July 22, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0-2)

General

The McDonough City Council will meet to conduct routine procedural items and discuss the 2024 millage rate with a public hearing. The finance department will present the proposed millage rate for consideration.

• Public hearing on 2024 millage rate

The City Council held a special called meeting and public hearing on the proposed 2024 millage rate. The budget adopted July 17 kept the millage rate at 3.033, though property owners will see about a 2% tax increase (e.g., $10.80 more on a $450,000 home). No one spoke at the hearing, and no vote was taken on the rate.

• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Held public hearing on 2024 millage rate; no action taken

General

The McDonough City Council will discuss the proposed 2024 millage rate. A public hearing will be held on the rate before the council decides whether to adopt it. The finance consultant, Mike Clark, will present the discussion.

• Finance Department presentation on 2024 millage rate – public hearing and potential adoption

The City Council voted unanimously to adopt the 2024 millage rate of 3.033 mills, unchanged from the prior year, despite an estimated 2% increase in property taxes for homeowners. The Council also approved an intergovernmental agreement for SPLOST VI with Henry County and three other cities, authorizing the mayor to sign a resolution and IGA for a 68/32 split (option 1) with no tiers, to be placed on the ballot as a referendum.

• Adopted 2024 millage rate of 3.033 mills (7-0)
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement for SPLOST VI with County and four cities, 68/32 split option 1, no tiers (7-0)
• Authorized Mayor to sign Resolution and IGA for SPLOST VI referendum

General

The McDonough City Council approved a zoning modification for Calliope Crossing (case 240402) with a 4-1 vote, including staff-recommended changes. The council also approved the purchase of Jotform Enterprise software for $22,646, renewed the AT&T contract, adopted Resolution 24-07-22 activating the city's Development Authority, and appointed Brandon Williams as Parks Department Director and Andrew Baker as Deputy City Administrator. Two other zoning cases (Lake Dow Self Storage and Racetrack Road Townhomes) were postponed to August 19, 2024.

• Approved zoning modification for Calliope Crossing (4-1)
• Approved $22,646 Jotform Enterprise software purchase (5-0)
• Approved AT&T contract renewal (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 24-07-22 activating Development Authority (5-0)
• Appointed Brandon Williams as Parks Department Director (5-0)
• Created Deputy City Administrator position (5-0)
• Appointed Andrew Baker as Deputy City Administrator (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved July 1, 2024 workshop minutes (5-0)

General

The City Council will review a request for two Paladin drones and a rezoning application for the Racetrack Road Townhomes. The meeting also includes proclamations and potential executive sessions regarding litigation, real estate, and personnel.

• Purchase of (2) Paladin drones and services for $84,000.00
• Rezoning request for Racetrack Road Townhomes from RA-200 to RTD
• Proclamation for Laugh Out Loud Day

The City Council approved a one-year contract for two Paladin drones and services for $84,000 and authorized the closure of city offices on Friday, July 5, 2024. The council also discussed a rezoning request for 14.08 acres on Racetrack Road, which is scheduled for a public hearing and vote on July 22, 2024. Additionally, the council approved the meeting agenda, June 17, 2024, meeting minutes, and entered into an executive session.

• Approved meeting agenda (6-0)
• Approved $84,000 contract for two Paladin drones and services (6-0)
• Approved closing city offices on Friday, July 5, 2024 (6-0)
• Approved entering executive session for litigation, real estate, and personnel (6-0)
• Approved returning to regular session (5-0)
• Approved June 17, 2024, City Council Meeting Minutes (6-0)

General

The McDonough City Council will hold a public hearing to review the city's proposed fiscal year 2024-2025 budget. Finance officials will present the proposal, after which residents may provide comments before any final action. The remainder of the meeting covers standard procedural steps and adjournment.

• Public hearing for the proposed FY 2024-2025 budget
• Presentation by Interim Finance Director Deborah Upshaw and Finance Consultant Mike Clark

The McDonough City Council held a special called meeting on June 17, 2024, where Interim Finance Director Deborah Upshaw presented the proposed FY 2024-2025 budget. The presentation listed General Fund revenues of $29,788,667.00, capital outlay requests of $894,723.00, and total revenues for all funds of $78,717,215.00, described as a 13 percent increase. A public hearing was opened and closed with no one speaking in favor or in opposition. The only recorded vote was approval of the agenda (4-0); no budget adoption or other substantive action was taken, and the meeting adjourned at 10:54 a.m.

• Approved the meeting agenda (4-0)
• Presented proposed FY 2024-2025 budget; no vote taken
• Opened and closed public hearing on the budget with no speakers

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting the FY 2024-2025 Budget and a budget amendment for the current fiscal year. Other items include requests for police drones, public works signage, and community development software upgrades.

• Adoption of the FY 2024-2025 Budget
• Purchase of two Paladin drones for $84,000.00
• One solar-powered signboard for $21,438.35
• Community Development software upgrade for $131,800.00 plus annual fees
• Paving of Bridges Road via an IGA with Henry County

The City Council approved the FY 2024-2025 budget with total revenues for all funds at $78,717,215.00. The council also denied a request for the de-annexation of approximately 508.806 acres of land. Several technology and infrastructure purchases were approved.

• Adopted FY 2024-2025 Budget (7-0)
• Denied Henry County Board of Commissioners' request for de-annexation of ~508.806 acres (7-0)
• Approved $131,800 setup and $69,286 annual fee for Tyler Technologies software upgrades (7-0)
• Approved $21,438.35 for one solar-powered signboard (7-0)
• Authorized Mayor to sign IGA with Henry County to pave Bridges Road (7-0)
• Adopted Budget Amendment Resolution 24-06-17 for FY 2023-2024 (7-0)
• Approved $10,473.75 Civic Plus subscription and $12,805.23 for Laserfiche licenses (7-0)
• Tabled vote on $84,000 Paladin drones contract to July 1 workshop

City Council

The City Council will review a presentation of the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025. The agenda includes several items regarding property demolition, software payments, and zoning modifications.

• Demolition of property at 128 Rankin Circle for $16,500.00
• Annual payment to Tyler Technologies for $43,505.96
• Proposed budget presentation for Fiscal Year 2024-2025
• Zoning modification request for Calliope Crossing on McDonough Pkwy
• Deannexation of certain Henry County-owned property

The City Council workshop on June 6, 2024 approved its agenda and consent agenda, which included $16,500 for demolition at 128 Rankin Circle and a $43,505.96 Tyler Technologies software payment. The proposed Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget of $29,208,350.00 was presented and posted for public review, but no budget vote was recorded. A zoning modification for Calliope Crossing was discussed and set for a June 17 public hearing and vote, while Case 240205 (Lake Dow Self Storage) was deferred to July 22 at the applicant's request. The council entered executive session for litigation, real estate, and personnel matters and reported no action items afterward.

• Approved agenda (5-0; Varner and Burt not present)
• Approved consent agenda: $16,500 demolition at 128 Rankin Circle and $43,505.96 Tyler Technologies invoice (5-0)
• Approved May 20, 2024 City Council meeting minutes as part of consent agenda (5-0)
• Agreed by consensus to hold Zoning Code Update presentation in July
• Noted applicant deferral of Case 240205 (Lake Dow Self Storage) to July 22, 2024
• Discussed Calliope Crossing zoning modification; set for June 17, 2024 public hearing and vote
• Approved removing Item 14 and moving to Item 15 (5-0)
• Entered executive session for litigation, real estate, and personnel; no action items reported

City Council

The City Council will consider special use permits for a Montessori school and a self-storage facility. The agenda also includes several payments for public safety equipment, software, and camera contracts.

• Special Use Permit for Heritage Montessori School at Judy Dr. & Hwy. 155 N.
• Special Use Permit for Lake Dow Self Storage on Lake Dow Rd.
• Contract for 11 FLOCK cameras totaling $40,650.00
• Payment to Ten-8 for fire truck equipment totaling $21,399.36
• Solid waste sanitation bid award to Republic Services with a 4.5% annual increase

The City Council denied a Special Use Permit for Heritage Montessori School at Judy Drive and Highway 155 North because the Georgia Department of Transportation has not approved the required entrance. The Council approved a Solid Waste Sanitation bid to Republic Services with a 3% annual increase, though Mayor Vincent voted against it. The Council also approved a 24-month contract for 11 new FLOCK cameras and deferred a storage facility permit request to a future workshop.

• Approved Solid Waste Sanitation bid to Republic Services with 3% annual increase (5-1-1)
• Denied Special Use Permit for Heritage Montessori School at Judy Drive/Hwy 155 (6-1)
• Approved 24-month contract for 11 FLOCK cameras totaling $40,650 (7-0)
• Deferred Lake Dow Storage Special Use Permit request to June 6 workshop (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including invoices for cyber liability, fire equipment, and software (7-0)
• Approved May 2, 2024, City Council Workshop Minutes (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold discussions regarding the Housing Rehab Program and the Capital Improvements Element. The meeting also includes discussion items for Parks and SPLOST Projects.

• Housing Rehab Program discussion
• Capital Improvements Element (CIE) discussion
• Parks discussion
• SPLOST Projects discussion

The City Council voted to create a new Parks Department to manage city parks and the City Cemetery. Additionally, the council authorized the use of rubber bonded mulch for playground resurfacing at Rufus Stewart Park and directed the City Attorney to prepare details for a future housing rehabilitation program.

• Authorized City Attorney to prepare housing rehabilitation program details (7-0)
• Established a new Parks Department (7-0)
• Approved rubber bonded mulch for Rufus Stewart Park playground (6-1)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a $613,755.64 bid for street resurfacing and a proposal to change the Water/Sewer/Sanitation fee structure. The agenda also includes moratoriums on certain signage and developments pending zoning updates.

• $613,755.64 street resurfacing bid from Onsite Paving, Sealcoating & Maintenance, Inc.
• Proposal to increase the Water/Sewer/Sanitation fee structure
• $74,150.00 contract for 11 additional FLOCK cameras
• Moratorium on multi-family and hotel developments pending zoning updates
• $154,100.00 for professional engineering services to update floodplains

The City Council approved an increase in the water, sewer, and sanitation fee structure effective July 1, 2024. Other key actions included approving a street resurfacing contract and establishing moratoriums on certain signage and developments.

• Approved water/sewer/sanitation fee structure increase effective July 1, 2024 (7-0)
• Approved $613,755.64 street resurfacing bid from Onsite Paving, Sealcoating & Maintenance, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved $33,500.00 for 11 FLOCK cameras (7-0)
• Approved up to $155,000.00 for House Moran Consulting, Inc. floodplain engineering services (6-1)
• Approved construction of a Data Center room at Public Works building not to exceed $125,000.00 (7-0)
• Approved $24,361.45 for Water Plant streaming current monitor and slide gate operating system (7-0)
• Adopted moratorium on internally illuminated signage and R-50 residential rezonings through Aug 30, 2024 (7-0)
• Adopted moratorium on multi-family and hotel developments through Aug 30, 2024 (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss a proposal to increase the water, sewer, and sanitation fee structure. The agenda also includes public hearings for a school use permit and a retail park zoning modification. Additionally, officials will review contracts for elevator maintenance and sidewalk management.

• Special Use Permit for Heritage Montessori School at Judy Dr. & Hwy. 155 N.
• Zoning modification for Southside Community Marketplace at 2050 Avalon Pkwy
• $74,817.00 authorization for StreetScan sidewalk and ADA ramp management
• Solid waste sanitation bid award to Republic Services with a 4.5% annual increase
• $14,745.36 contract for Otis Elevator Company maintenance

The City Council approved a one-year zoning modification for an open-air dining and retail park at 2050 Avalon Parkway. The council also authorized a sidewalk and ADA ramp management contract and adopted resolutions regarding Georgia Cities Week and transparency.

• Approved zoning modification for open-air dining/retail park at 2050 Avalon Parkway for one year (5-1)
• Approved $74,817.00 contract for StreetScan sidewalk and ADA ramp management (6-0)
• Approved $14,745.36 annual maintenance contract for Otis Elevator Company (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 24-04-15 recognizing Georgia Cities Week (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 24-04-15.1 regarding transparency and First Amendment Rights (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 24-04-15.2 to transmit Draft Capital Improvements Elemental Annual Update Report (6-0)
• Deferred Solid Waste Sanitation bid and Water/Sewer/Sanitation fee proposal to May 2 workshop
• Deferred Case #240201 Heritage Montessori School and Case #240205 Lake Dow Self Storage

City Council

The City Council will review zoning requests for a Montessori school, a retail park, and a self-storage facility. The agenda also includes authorization for fire station renovations and emergency utility repairs. Additionally, the council will discuss updates to the city's holiday and leave policy.

• Renovations to Fire Station 1 at 88 Keys Ferry Street not to exceed $88,450.00
• $154,700.00 payment to RDJE for emergency water and sewer line repair
• Special Use Permit for Heritage Montessori School at Judy Drive and Hwy. 155 N
• Zoning modification for Southside Community Marketplace at 2050 Avalon Pkwy
• Purchase of a 2024 Isuzu Landscaping truck for $69,395.00

The City Council approved several infrastructure expenditures, including emergency water and sewer line repairs and renovations to Fire Station 1. The council also approved the purchase of a landscaping truck and updated the city's Holiday and Leave Policy.

• Approved $154,700.00 for emergency water and sewer line repair by RDJE (6-0)
• Approved renovations to 88 Keys Ferry Street (Fire Station 1) not to exceed $88,450.00 (6-0)
• Approved purchase of 2024 Isuzu Landscaping truck for $69,395.00 (6-0)
• Approved $26,500.00 for 100 Neptune Water Meters with antennas (6-0)
• Approved $15,277.65 for sweeper truck repairs by Vacutek (6-0)
• Approved recommended changes to Holiday and Leave Policy, Section 8 (6-0)
• Approved March 18, 2024, City Council Meeting Minutes (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider several zoning requests including a concept plan review for Industrial Parkway, a gas station rezoning on Highway 20 W., and a self-storage special use permit. Additionally, the council will review requests for Microsoft 365 licenses and a Fire Department vehicle purchase.

• Purchase of Microsoft 365 licenses for $10,669.20
• Purchase of a Fire Department SUV and equipment totaling $73,758
• Ordinance to allow to-go cocktail sales per Senate Bill 236
• Concept Plan Review for Jason Fritz/SW West McDonough, LLC at 2060 Industrial Pkwy
• Rezoning request for Jones Petroleum Co. at 1726 Hwy. 20 W.

The City Council adopted an ordinance allowing to-go cocktail sales and approved a concept plan and a special use permit for storage. The Council denied a rezoning request for a gas station and approved several equipment purchases.

• Approved $10,669.20 for Microsoft 365 licenses (7-0)
• Approved $73,758.00 for a 2024 Fire Department SUV and equipment (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 24-03-18 allowing to-go cocktail sales (6-1)
• Approved concept plan for SW West McDonough, LLC with conditions (4-3)
• Denied rezoning request for Jones Petroleum Company at 1726 Highway 20 W (5-2)
• Approved Special Use Permit for indoor self-storage at 11 Saras Bent (6-1)
• Approved March 7, 2024, City Council Workshop Minutes (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will review an agreement with Henry County for the paving of Jonesboro Road. The agenda also includes rezoning requests for a gas station and a storage facility. Additionally, the council will consider ordinance changes regarding to-go cocktail sales.

• Intergovernmental Agreement with Henry County for $5,000,000.00 Jonesboro Road paving
• Rezoning request for a gas station at 1726 Hwy. 20 W
• Special Use Permit for a storage facility at 11 Saras Bend
• Purchase of 35 printers and arm rests for police vehicles costing $27,982.75
• Ordinance amendment to allow for to-go cocktail sales

At its March 7, 2024 workshop, the McDonough City Council approved a $5,000,000 Jonesboro Road widening agreement with Henry County and authorized the Mayor to finalize a Camp Creek Greenway intergovernmental agreement. It also approved a $27,982.75 purchase of 35 Brother PocketJet printers for police vehicles and a $27,590.54 Genetec surveillance and access control system for the Public Works building. Two rezoning and special-use cases were presented but no vote was taken; both are set for public hearing and vote on March 18, 2024. The meeting adjourned at 7:30 p.m. with no executive session.

• Approved agenda as amended, replacing Item 13 with authorization for the Mayor to negotiate the Camp Creek Greenway IGA with Henry County (6-0; Varner absent)
• Approved consent agenda: surplus 2010 Ford F-150, $15,984.40 Microsoft 365 renewal, February 19, 2024 minutes, and $22,138.00 emergency generator repair (6-0; Varner absent)
• Approved by consensus appointment of Brian Shuler to the Planning Commission (Varner absent)
• Approved purchase and installation of 35 Brother PocketJet printers for police fleet vehicles from West Chatham Warning Devices for $27,982.75 (6-0; Varner absent)
• Approved Genetec surveillance and access control systems at the Public Works building for $27,590.54 (6-0; Varner absent)
• Approved authorization for the Mayor to complete negotiations and sign the Camp Creek Greenway IGA with Henry County (7-0)
• Approved authorization for the Mayor to sign a Jonesboro Road widening IGA with Henry County; $5,000,000 total, $4,000,000 federal, $360,000 city match, $640,000 county match (7-0)
• No vote taken on rezoning case 231203 at 1726 Highway 20 West or special use permit case 240101 at 11 Saras Bend; both set for March 18, 2024 public hearing and vote

City Council

The City Council will consider several public works and public safety expenditures, including police vehicle purchases and fire truck repairs. The agenda also includes a zoning petition for a Dollar General project and an ordinance regarding to-go cocktail sales.

• $67,605.44 for a 2023 Ford Interceptor and equipment for the Police Department
• $22,066.00 for change order necessities on Truck 52 (aerial ladder truck)
• $23,024.40 for lawn mower repairs at Campbell’s Lawn Equipment
• $17,000.00 for a new hydrant and valve installation at 109 Collage Street
• Concept Plan Review petition for Dollar General at 2060 Industrial Pkwy

The City Council unanimously approved several financial expenditures, including a $67,605.44 police vehicle purchase and various public works repairs totaling over $80,000. The council also adopted two resolutions supporting a Health Equity Plan and Unity Grove Rosenwald School preservation. A zoning petition for a Dollar General development was deferred to the next meeting, and an ordinance regarding to-go cocktail sales received its first reading.

• Approved $10,000 Flock Safety invoice (7-0)
• Approved $22,066.00 fire truck change order (7-0)
• Approved $23,024.40 lawn mower repair (7-0)
• Approved $17,000.00 hydrant installation (7-0)
• Approved $29,425.00 tank shaft replacement (7-0)
• Approved $10,865.00 pump replacement (7-0)
• Approved $67,605.44 police vehicle purchase (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 24-02-19 for Health Equity Plan (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider upgrading permitting, inspections, and business license applications. The agenda also includes ratifying emergency water service line and watermain break repairs.

• Ratify Barfield Underground emergency repairs at Racetrack Road & Hwy 20/81 for $5,350.00 and $5,500.00
• Approval of Tyer Technologies software upgrade for $24,135.00 plus $5,000.00 annual maintenance
• Appointments to the Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals

City Council approved the January 16, 2024, meeting minutes and ratified two emergency water service line repairs. The council also received a presentation on the city's Comprehensive Plan and entered an executive session regarding litigation, real estate, and personnel.

• Ratified $5,350 emergency repair by Barfield Underground at Racetrack Road & Hwy 20/81 (7-0)
• Ratified $5,500 emergency repair by Barfield Underground at Racetrack Road & Hwy 20/81 (7-0)
• Approved January 16, 2024, City Council Meeting Minutes (7-0)

General

The City Council will consider several public works requests and a second reading of an ordinance for a Public Safety Special Service District. Additionally, the body will review financing terms for a Water Treatment Plant upgrade and various departmental equipment purchases.

• Approval of $17,880.00 to replace a gear box and motor for Wastewater Department Orbal B
• Approval of $27,687.00 for 2024 Water Quality Monitoring for the City’s Watershed Protection Plan
• Approval of $10,654.02 to purchase a Scag Windstorm Blower from Cambell’s Equipment
• Approval of $24,135.00 one-time payment and $5,000.00 annual maintenance for Community Development software upgrades
• Financing terms for Water Treatment Plant Upgrade not to exceed $9,671,000.00

The McDonough City Council approved a $9.67 million financing authorization for the Water Treatment Plant Upgrade and adopted an ordinance creating a Public Safety Special Service District with a $1 mill tax rate. The council also approved several public works repairs and purchases, including a $17,880 gear box replacement and a $27,687 water quality monitoring contract. A request to upgrade permitting software was deferred to the next meeting.

• Adopted Resolution 24-01-16 authorizing up to $9,671,000 financing for Water Treatment Plant Upgrade (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 24-01-16 creating Public Safety Special Service District with $1 mill rate for salaries (7-0)
• Approved $17,880 repair for Falk gear box and motor on Orbal B (7-0)
• Approved $27,687 for 2024 Water Quality Monitoring (7-0)
• Approved $10,654.02 purchase of Scag Windstorm Blower (7-0)
• Approved $15,049.73 payment for November 2023 Municipal Elections (7-0)
• Appointed Jerry Hayes as Commissioner of the Planning Commission
• Deferred approval of $24,135 permitting software upgrade to next meeting

General

The City Council will consider renewing a contract for investigative software and approving technology service invoices. The agenda also includes emergency repair costs for an aerial ladder truck and appointments to local boards.

• Renewal of CLEAR investigative software contract for 15 users at $4,860.00 per year
• Payment of $12,311.59 for Civic Plus See-Click-Fix invoice
• Payment of $10,492.83 for Civic Plus Civic Engage invoice
• $11,855.66 payment to Williams Fire Apparatus for repairs on Quint 51 aerial ladder truck
• Appointments to the Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals

The City Council swore in three councilmembers and elected Councilmember Varner as Mayor Pro Tem. The council also approved several payments for software renewals, mechanical repairs, and emergency fire apparatus maintenance.

• Elected Councilmember Varner as Mayor Pro Tem (7-0)
• Approved 12-month CLEAR investigative software contract for $4,860.00 (7-0)
• Approved Cornerstone Mechanical repair of one shaft and two bearings on Orbal A for $31,995.00 (7-0)
• Approved Civic Plus See-Click-Fix annual invoice for $12,311.59 (7-0)
• Approved Civic Plus Civic Engage annual invoice for $10,492.83 (7-0)
• Approved $11,855.66 payment to Williams Fire Apparatus for emergency repairs on Quint 51 (7-0)