Rome public meetings in 2025

Board of Adjustments

The Board of Adjustments will consider three requests for zoning variances regarding fences and lot requirements. The body will also discuss forming a committee to elect leadership for 2026.

• BOA25-11-01: Request to build a 6’ fence closer to the public right-of-way at 2 Eagle Ridge Drive & 0 Youngs Mill Rd.
• BOA25-12-04: Request to reduce road frontage and lot width from 150’ to 120’ at 8164 New Calhoun Hwy
• BOA25-12-06: Request to reduce rear setback from 25’ to 17’ at 0 Old Rockmart Road, Lot 5

The Rome-Floyd Board of Adjustments approved all three zoning variance requests on the agenda, each by a 7-0 vote. The board also approved the November meeting minutes and the agenda, and formed a committee to elect new officers for 2026.

• Approved fence variance at 2 Eagle Ridge Drive (7-0)
• Approved lot width reduction at 8164 New Calhoun Hwy with conditions (7-0)
• Approved rear setback reduction at 0 Old Rockmart Road with condition (7-0)
• Approved November 2025 meeting minutes
• Approved meeting agenda
• Formed committee to elect new Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for 2026

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will hold public hearings to consider applications for certificates of appropriateness for three properties. The body will also form a committee to elect a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for 2026.

• COA 838-25: 201 East 8th Street, East Rome Historic District
• COA 839-25: 106 East 9th Street, East Rome Historic District
• COA 840-25: 1008 Avenue A, Avenue A Historic District
• Formation of a committee to elect 2026 Chairperson and Vice Chairperson

The commission approved three Certificate of Appropriateness requests—COA 838-25 (201 East 8th Street), COA 839-25 (106 East 9th Street), and COA 840-25 (1008 Avenue A)—each by a 5‑0 vote. No members or public speakers opposed any of the applications. The commission also announced it will form a committee to elect a new chairperson and vice‑chairperson for 2026. The meeting adjourned at 2:50 PM.

• Approved COA 838-25, 201 East 8th Street, East Rome Historic District (5-0)
• Approved COA 839-25, 106 East 9th Street, East Rome Historic District (5-0)
• Approved COA 840-25, 1008 Avenue A, Avenue A Historic District (5-0)

Alcohol Control Commission

The Rome Alcohol Control Commission will review a request for a new Beer, Wine, and Liquor Pouring License for Los Trios Mexican Grill at 1004 N Broad St., submitted by Juan Aguirre. The meeting will also include license hearings on smoking violations at Miles Legacy (1901 N Broad), Chevron Express (507 Turner McCall Blvd.), and Shop N Save (1303 Shorter Ave.). Additionally, a new Beer and Wine Package License request for Shop N Save, submitted by Mohammed Fuzil Shaud Rafi, will be considered.

• New Beer, Wine, and Liquor Pouring License request for Los Trios Mexican Grill, 1004 N Broad St., applicant Juan Aguirre
• License hearing on smoking violation at Miles Legacy, 1901 N Broad, licensee Johanna Miles
• License hearing on smoking and drinking violation at Chevron Express, 507 Turner McCall Blvd., licensee Dhaval Parmar
• License hearing on smoking violation at Shop N Save, 1303 Shorter Ave., clerk cited
• New Beer and Wine Package License request for Shop N Save, 1303 Shorter Ave., applicant Mohammed Fuzil Shaud Rafi

The commission unanimously approved a new beer, wine, and liquor pouring license for Los Trios Mexican Grill at 1004 N Broad St. It also recommended $2,000 monetary penalties for Miles Legacy and Shop N Save, both approved by vote. The commission took no action on vaping and alcohol incidents at Chevron Express, and found a smoking violation at Shop N Save. The next ACC meeting was scheduled for January 13, 2026.

• Approved new beer, wine, and liquor pouring license for Los Trios Mexican Grill (unanimous)
• Recommended $2,000 penalty for Miles Legacy (3-1)
• Recommended $2,000 penalty for Shop N Save (unanimous)
• Took no action on vaping incident at Chevron Express (unanimous)
• Took no action on alcohol incident at Chevron Express (unanimous)
• Found smoking violation at Shop N Save (unanimous)
• Took no action on new license application for Shop N Save (unanimous)
• Set next ACC meeting for Jan 13, 2026 (unanimous)

City Commission

The Rome City Commission meeting on December 15, 2025 will conduct the first reading of the Downtown Sidewalk Ordinance draft. It will hold the second reading of the 2026 city budget for adoption. The commission will hear public requests including an annexation of 203 Burnett Ferry Road and several special use permits and rezoning applications. The commission will vote on a contract for Fail Safe Gates for JHC Corporation valued at $686,000.

• First reading of Downtown Sidewalk Ordinance (draft redlined)
• Second reading of 2026 Budgets for adoption
• Public hearing on annexation of 203 Burnett Ferry Road (Community Commercial) and multiple special use permit and rezoning requests
• Contract approval for Fail Safe Gates for JHC Corporation – $686,000

The commission adopted the 2026 budget, reducing the Rome/Floyd Development Authority funding from $150,000 to $75,000. The annexation request for 203 Burnett Ferry Road was denied by unanimous consent. A special‑use permit allowing duplexes on Ross Street was approved unanimously. The special‑use permit for 1501 Gordon Ave was denied with a 7‑0 vote and one abstention.

• Adopt 2026 budget (YES: Bojo, Brock, Doss, Quick, Collins, Robinson; NO: Cochran, Beeman)
• Reduce Development Authority funding to $75,000 (budget amendment)
• Deny annexation of 203 Burnett Ferry Road (unanimous consent)
• Approve duplex permits on Ross Street (unanimous)
• Deny duplex permit for 1501 Gordon Ave (YES: Bojo, Cochran, Beeman, Doss, Quick, Collins, Robinson; ABSTAIN: Brock)

Community Redevelopment Committee

The Community Redevelopment Committee will first approve the minutes from the October 22, 2025 meeting. It will then discuss the 2026 Community Improvement Program (CHIP) application. The committee will also address issues related to Hufstetler Park. Any remaining items will be covered under other business.

• Approve October 22, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discuss 2026 CHIP Application
• Discuss Hufstetler Park
• Other business

The Community Redevelopment Committee approved moving forward with a 2026 CHIP grant application for $1.3 million to build six single-family homes for low-income families, with the Land Bank Authority as developer and the City as grant administrator. The committee also unanimously approved relocating the proposed Chuck Hufstetler Park to the city-owned GE property due to floodplain restrictions at the Brookwood site, with a $1.7 million reimbursable grant and $160,000 in city funds. Both items will proceed to formal approval at the Rome City Commission meeting on January 12, 2025.

• Approved motion to support 2026 CHIP application for $1.3M (unanimous)
• Approved motion to move forward with Chuck Hufstetler Park at GE property (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of October 22, 2025 meeting by common consent

Public Works / Traffic / Transit Committee

The Public Works, Traffic, and Transit committees will review infrastructure updates, discuss an accident/DUI report, and consider approval of a transit safety plan. A financial report for the transit program will be presented, followed by departmental reports in the public works monthly report session.

• Infrastructure updates – Public Works Committee
• Accident/DUI report – Traffic Commission
• Transit safety plan approval – Transit Committee
• Transit financial report – Transit Committee
• Departmental reports – Public Works monthly reports

The Public Works/Traffic/Transit Committee approved the November meeting minutes by common consent. The committee adopted the RTD Safety Plan after a motion by Commissioner Collins and a second by Commissioner Brock, and the motion carried. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved November meeting minutes (common consent)
• Adopted RTD Safety Plan (motion carried)

City Commission

The Rome City Commission will vote on the 2026 Garbage Collection and Trash Trailer Fee Schedule resolution. The meeting also includes first‑reading consideration of a draft Downtown Sidewalk Ordinance and a contract approval for sewer improvements with Insite Engineering LLC. Several rezoning and special‑use permit applications will be presented for approval or denial.

• Resolution to adopt the 2026 Garbage Collection and Trash Trailer Fee Schedule
• First reading of the draft Downtown Sidewalk Ordinance (redlined)
• Approval of contract with Insite Engineering LLC for sewer improvements
• Rezoning requests: Burnett Ferry Road annex (Community Commercial), Addington Drive (Light Industrial to Suburban Residential), Match Point Way (Community Commercial to Multifamily Residential)
• Special Use Permit requests for duplexes on Ross Street, Gordon Avenue, Branham Avenue, and Hardy Avenue

The commission unanimously adopted a revised garbage and trash fee schedule effective Jan. 1, 2026, raising the 65‑gallon cart fee to $11.00 and the 95‑gallon yard waste cart fee to $1.80. It also approved the closure of a portion of East 4th Street, adopting the contract for Armuchee area sewer cleaning and inspection services, and made several unanimous appointments to city commissions. Other items, such as the downtown sidewalk ordinance and 2026 budget, were deferred to the Dec. 15 meeting.

• Adopted garbage fee schedule (unanimous)
• Approved closure of East 4th Street segment (YES: Bojo, Brock, Beeman, Doss, Quick, Collins, Robinson; ABSTAIN: Cochran)
• Adopted Armuchee sewer contract (unanimous)
• Appointed Chris Carey to Alcohol Control Commission (unanimous)
• Appointed Jankia Cooper, Keith Beauchamp, Eric Tant, David Clonts to Downtown Development Authority (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of Nov. 24, 2025 meeting (unanimous consent)
• Deferred downtown sidewalk permit ordinance to Dec. 15 meeting (no action)
• Scheduled public hearing and vote on annexation, special use permits, and rezoning for Dec. 15 meeting

Water & Sewer Committee

The Water & Sewer Committee will review the proposed penny currency program presented by Director Bryan Parris. The committee will also receive an update on the reverse osmosis plant from Director John Boyd and staff. No other items are scheduled for decision.

• Penny Currency – presentation by Director Bryan Parris
• Reverse Osmosis Plant Update – presented by Director John Boyd and staff
• Financial Report – presented by Rhinehart

The Water and Sewer Committee approved a motion to recommend that the full commission hire Insite Engineering to design fixes for about 6,200 feet of sewer main in Armuchee, where capacity issues are holding up several projects. The committee also heard updates on the reverse osmosis plant (30% design complete, equipment selected pending EPD approval) and a plan to handle the penny shortage by asking cash customers to round payments. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Motion passed to recommend Insite Engineering for Armuchee sewer main design (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from October 2nd meeting
• Noted penny shortage plan: round cash payments to nearest nickel/dime, no late fees on balances under $1.00
• Received update on reverse osmosis plant: 30% design complete, Aqua Aerobic Ceramic Membranes and Rotek RO system selected pending EPD approval

Planning Commission

The Rome Planning Commission will consider several rezoning applications for parcels on Dodd Blvd, Match Point Way, Carter Avenue, and 159 Addington Drive, as well as special‑use permit requests for duplexes on multiple High Density Traditional Residential sites. An annexation request for 203 Burnett Ferry Road will also be heard. The commission will form a committee to elect a new Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for 2026, and a public hearing is scheduled for December 15, 2025.

• Rezone 0 Dodd Blvd and 0 Hwy 411 (parcels K15X027, J15W456, J15W455, K15X021) to allow left‑hand exit onto Dodd Blvd (remove right‑entry‑only condition).
• Rezone 0 Match Point Way (parcel J12W001A2) from Community Commercial (C‑C) to Multi‑Family Residential (M‑R).
• Rezone 0 Carter Avenue (parcel I13Z199A1) from Multifamily Residential (M‑R) to Urban Mixed Use (U‑M‑U).
• Special Use Permit requests for duplexes on parcels: 7 Ross St (J13O119/J13O121A), 1501 Gordon Avenue (J13P016), 0 Branham Avenue (I14W458A and I14W458), and 517 Hardy Avenue (I14W355).
• Annexation request for 203 Burnett Ferry Road (parcel H13I143) currently zoned Community Commercial (C‑C).

The Planning Commission approved three rezoning requests—Match Point Way, 201 E 8th Street SW, and 159 Addington Drive—with unanimous or near‑unanimous votes. A dual‑entry modification for the Dodd Blvd/Hwy 411 site failed to pass, resulting in no recommendation. The commission postponed a gas‑station ordinance amendment to the January meeting and approved one duplex special‑use permit while denying three others.

• Approved rezoning of 0 Match Point Way to Multi‑Family Residential (10‑0)
• Approved rezoning of 201 E 8th Street SW to Neighborhood Office Commercial (9‑0)
• Approved rezoning of 159 Addington Drive to Suburban Residential (10‑0)
• Failed dual‑entry modification for 0 Dodd Blvd/Hwy 411 (5‑5), no recommendation
• Postponed ULDC ordinance amendment on gas stations and convenience stores to January (common consent)
• Approved Special Use Permit for duplex at 7 & 0 Ross St with façade condition (10‑0)
• Denied Special Use Permit for duplex at 0 Branham Avenue (SUP25‑12‑09) (10‑0)
• Denied Special Use Permit for duplex at 0 Branham Avenue (SUP25‑12‑10) (10‑0)

Land Bank Authority

The Rome‑Floyd County Land Bank Authority will consider several action items, including setting the sales price for new build properties. It will also vote on a donation related to Welch Avenue and adopt dates for upcoming committee work sessions. Additional discussion items include a review of new build sales numbers, a CHIP program discussion, and an update on 312 Kingston Avenue. The board will also elect officers for 2026 and plan a holiday lunch.

• Approve sales price for new builds
• Approve donation – Welch Ave
• Approve committee work‑plan dates (Housing Development Jan 6, Program/Partnership Jan 12, Finance Jan 13)
• Review new build sales numbers
• Update on 312 Kingston Ave

The board approved a $239,900 sales price for the two new builds on E Boundary Street and accepted the donation of the 0 Welch Avenue parcel pending floodplain and easement verification. Members elected David Clonts as Chairman and Robert Smyth as Vice Chairman. The board voted to move forward with the Community HOME Investment Program (CHIP) application and set tentative committee meeting dates for January 2026.

• Approved sales price of $239,900 for 115 & 117 E Boundary Street (motion carried)
• Accepted donation of 0 Welch Avenue (Parcel I13W108) pending floodplain, easement, and parking lot ownership checks (motion carried)
• Elected David Clonts as Chairman (motion carried, no opposition)
• Elected Robert Smyth as Vice Chairman (motion carried, no opposition)
• Approved continuation of CHIP application; staff to complete application and related documents (official vote scheduled later)
• Approved November meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Set tentative committee meeting dates for Jan 2026 (Housing Development, Program Development/Partnership, Finance)
• Announced annual LBA holiday luncheon at Bella Roma Grill on Dec 10

City Commission

The Rome City Commission will approve the November 11 meeting minutes. Commissioners will vote on extending the convenience store and gas station moratorium and on ordinances to close portions of East 4th Street and North Broad Street. A public hearing will consider an annexation request for Wilkerson Road and several rezoning applications for properties on East Main Street, North Broad Street, Rogers Drive and Westlyn Drive. The committee will also consider an amendment to approve the police radio budget.

• Extend the Convenience Store and Gas Station Moratorium (resolution)
• Ordinance first reading to close a portion of East 4th Street
• Ordinance second reading to close a portion of North Broad Street
• Public hearing on annexation of the Wilkerson Road property (A25-11-04)
• Public hearing on rezoning applications for East Main Street, Rogers Drive, and Westlyn Drive properties (Z25-08-02, Z25-11-02, Z25-11-05, Z25-11-11)

The Rome City Commission voted to extend the existing convenience store and gas station moratorium until April 1, 2026. It also adopted ordinances to close portions of North Broad Street Extension and approved several annexation, special‑use‑permit, and rezoning requests, all by unanimous consent.

• Extended convenience store and gas station moratorium to April 1, 2026 (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance to close portion of North Broad Street Extension and deed right‑of‑way (unanimous)
• Approved annexation of Wilkerson Road property, retaining Suburban Residential zoning (unanimous)
• Approved special use permit for 1509 North Broad Street and adjacent parcel for multifamily residential (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of six East Main and Jervis Street lots to Multifamily Residential (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 141 Rogers Drive from Light Industrial to Suburban Residential (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 11 Westlyn Drive from Community Commercial to Suburban Residential (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 5 Westlyn Drive from Community Commercial to Suburban Residential (unanimous)

Board of Adjustments

The Board of Adjustments will consider several requests for zoning variances. These applications seek modifications to setback requirements, street frontage rules, and parking minimums for various properties.

• BOA25-11-02: Accessory structure setback at 1710 Cave Spring Road SW
• BOA25-11-03: Rear setback reduction from 25’ to 18’ at 469 Miller Mountain Road
• BOA25-11-04: Street frontage waiver and acceleration lane at 105 Broadus Rd
• BOA25-11-05: Front setback reduction from 20’ to 10’ at 1501 Gordon Ave
• BOA25-09-07: Multiple setback, landscape, and parking reductions at 2903 Martha Berry Hwy

The Board of Adjustments approved four zoning variances and denied two, all by unanimous 5‑0 votes. Approvals included an accessory structure at 1710 Cave Spring Rd, a waiver of frontage requirements with an acceleration lane at 105 Broadus Rd, a sign‑setback reduction at Old Dalton Rd, and a commercial‑site variance on Martha Berry Hwy. Denials were issued for a setback reduction at 469 Miller Mountain Rd and a front‑setback reduction at 1501 Gordon Ave.

• Approved BOA25-11-02 (1710 Cave Spring Rd) accessory structure, 5‑0
• Denied BOA25-11-03 (469 Miller Mountain Rd) setback reduction, 5‑0
• Approved BOA25-11-04 (105 Broadus Rd) frontage waiver & acceleration lane, 5‑0
• Denied BOA25-11-05 (1501 Gordon Ave) front‑setback reduction, 5‑0
• Approved sign‑setback reduction for Old Dalton Rd, denied front‑setback reduction for Lot 36, 5‑0
• Approved BOA25-09-07 (Martha Berry Hwy) commercial variance with conditions, 5‑0

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will hold public hearings to consider applications for certificates of appropriateness for two properties. Following the meeting, the Rome/Floyd Planning & Zoning Department will conduct a training session for committee members.

• COA 836-25: 8, 8A, 10, 12, 14 East 3rd Avenue, Between the Rivers Historic District
• COA 837-25: 6 East 3rd Avenue, Between the Rivers Historic District
• 101 Committee Training for HPC members

The commission approved the meeting agenda and the September 2025 minutes by common consent. It then approved COA 836-25 for 3 Old Shorter Hill and COA 837-25 for 3 Old Shorter Hill, both in the Between the Rivers Historic District, each with a 5‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned at 2:53 pm by common consent.

• Agenda approved by common consent
• September 2025 minutes approved by common consent
• COA 836-25 application approved (5-0)
• COA 837-25 application approved (5-0)
• Meeting adjourned by common consent

Rome-Floyd Solid Waste Commission

The Commission will meet to review the 2026 budget and discuss Phase 9 construction. The meeting includes operational and financial reports for the Walker Mountain Landfill and the Recycling Center.

• 2026 Budget
• Phase 9 Construction-Carroll
• Walker Mountain Landfill Operations and Financial Reports
• Recycling Center Financial Report

The commission voted to move Phase 9 of the solid waste facility out for bid, as Phase 8 is projected to reach capacity in fall 2028. They also approved the 2026 capital budget for Walker Mountain Landfill, including a motor grader to be shared by the City and Floyd County. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved moving Phase 9 to bid (motion carried)
• Approved 2026 capital budget with shared motor grader (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Tree Board

The Rome City Tree Board will review and approve the prior meeting minutes, receive reports from city, county, utility, college, extension office and the Georgia Forestry Commission, and consider several pending projects. Old business includes updates on the Mount Berry Arboretum Trailhead Project, its relocation, the ECO Greenway Trail Memorial Arboretum Student Service Project, and the Covington Park ReLeaf Grant Project. New business items involve the GTC Excellence in Urban Forestry Award recipient, a ReLeaf Grant planting project in Covington Park, the Georgia Forestry Commission Canopy Change tool, and planning for Arbor Day 2026 in North Stars Park. The board will also announce upcoming community events related to tree planting.

• Mount Berry Arboretum Trailhead Project (old business)
• Mount Berry Arboretum relocation (old business)
• ReLeaf Grant Planting Project – Covington Park (new business)
• GFC Canopy Change tool presentation (new business)
• Arbor Day 2026 event planning for North Stars Park (new business)

The Tree Board approved the minutes from the September meeting through common consent. The board received reports on tree removal, planting, maintenance, and several ongoing projects, but no additional actions were voted on. No new ordinances or contracts were approved, denied, or tabled at this meeting.

• Approved September meeting minutes by common consent

Public Safety Committee

The Rome Public Safety Committee will hear monthly reports from Animal Control, Emergency Management, 911, Fire, and Police divisions. A guest speaker, James Gonsman of JS Gonsman LLC & Towing, will be introduced. The Fire department will present a seatbelt initiative by Linda Patty. No formal actions are listed on the agenda.

• Guest speaker: James Gonsman, JS Gonsman LLC & Towing
• Fire department seatbelt initiative presentation by Linda Patty
• Animal Control monthly report
• Emergency Management monthly report
• 911 monthly report

The committee approved the minutes from the September 23 meeting by common consent. Commissioner Elaina Beeman moved to present a request to purchase police radios at a reduced rate to the full commission, and the motion passed by common consent. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved September 23 meeting minutes (common consent)
• Motion to present police radio purchase request to full commission passed (common consent)

Fire Overview Committee

The Fire Overview Committee will convene to review financial statements and receive reports on operations, manpower, and support services. The meeting agenda lists no specific decisions or public hearings.

• Review Financial Statements
• Fire Chief Report (September, October)
• Operations Report
• Support Report
• Manpower Report

The committee approved the minutes from the September 2025 meeting by common consent. No other actions were voted on; the remainder of the meeting consisted of financial, operational, and training reports.

• Approved September 2025 meeting minutes (common consent)

Alcohol Control Commission

The Rome Alcohol Control Commission will review several applications for new alcohol licenses. Three businesses have requested beer and wine package licenses and one business has requested a beer package license. The commission will also hear an appeal of an alcohol service permit.

• Consider Beer and Wine Package License for Cha Cha Rick’s Food and Fuel Stop, 1900 Dean Ave (applicant: Sukhamdeep Singh)
• Consider Beer and Wine Package License for Rome Mini Mart, 1714 Turner McCall Blvd (applicant: Nilesh Khetia)
• Consider Beer Package License for Lake Mini Mart, 2413 Garden Lakes Blvd, Suite B (applicant: Saleem Badruddin Vadsariya)
• Alcohol Service Permit Appeal by Christiana Wright

The City Commission approved the revocation of K&A Mart's beer package license and a $2,000 fine, based on the ACC hearing on October 20. The ACC unanimously approved a new beer and wine package license for Cha Cha Ricks’ Food and Fuel Stop. The ACC also unanimously approved an alcohol service permit appeal for Christiana Wright. The next ACC meeting was set for December 17, 2025.

• Revoked K&A Mart beer package license; $2,000 penalty imposed (City Commission approval)
• Approved beer and wine package license for Cha Cha Ricks’ Food and Fuel Stop (unanimous ACC vote)
• Approved alcohol service permit appeal for Christiana Wright (unanimous ACC vote)
• Scheduled December Alcohol Control Commission meeting for December 17, 2025
• Adjoined the meeting at 6:21 p.m.

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will meet to review a sidewalk ordinance and façade grants. The board will also discuss a mural at Unity Point and a survey update.

• Sidewalk Ordinance
• Façade Grants
• DDA Awards
• Mural at Unity Point

The Downtown Development Authority board approved the July financial statements and an updated sidewalk ordinance, each unanimously. It also approved three façade grant requests totaling $8,470 and allocated $3,700 to begin the Unity Point Plaza mural. The board scheduled the DDA awards for Dec 5 and directed staff to issue a reminder about the 3‑hour parking rule.

• Approved July 2025 financials (unanimous)
• Approved updated sidewalk ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved $5,000 City Creamery façade grant (unanimous)
• Approved $2,800 Do Good Boutique façade grant (unanimous)
• Approved $670 Joey Baldwin façade grant (unanimous)
• Approved $3,700 to start Unity Point Plaza mural (unanimous)
• Scheduled DDA awards for Dec 5 at Lewis Loft
• Directed staff to send 3‑hour parking reminder letter

Public Works / Traffic / Transit Committee

The Public Works, Traffic, Transit and Trails Committee will review and approve minutes before discussing several items, including an NPDES MS4 permit, a bridge fencing project, a solid waste collection fee resolution, and a traffic accident/DUI report. The committee will also hear a proposal for a transit route study and a financial report. Departmental reports will be presented in the public works monthly report segment.

• NPDES MS4 Permit
• South Rome Collard Green Festival (Nov 22, 10 AM‑4 PM)
• Fencing for the Turner McCall Bridge
• Solid Waste Collection Fee Resolution
• Accident/DUI Report

The committee approved the request to close West Main Street for the third annual Collard Green Festival. Commissioners moved to pursue an upgraded decorative fence with banners and baskets for the Turner McCall Bridge, and the motion carried. The Solid Waste Collection Fee Resolution for 2026, which includes a 3.34% increase, was also approved.

• Approved West Main Street road closure for Collard Green Festival (motion carried)
• Approved pursuit of decorative fence upgrade with banners and baskets for Turner McCall Bridge (motion carried)
• Approved Solid Waste Collection Fee Resolution 2026 with 3.34% increase (motion carried)
• Approved October meeting minutes by common consent

Finance Committee

The Rome Finance Committee will consider approving the minutes from its October 22, 2025 meeting. It will then review and discuss the draft budget for fiscal year 2026. No other specific items are detailed.

• Approve minutes from October 22, 2025 meeting
• Review draft 2026 budget
• Other (unspecified items)

The committee approved the minutes from the October 22 meeting by common consent. Finance Director Toni Rhinehart presented the 2026 budget draft and discussed health‑insurance cost increases, capital‑fund projects, and homelessness funding. No formal votes or approvals were recorded for the budget items. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved October 22 minutes (common consent)

City Commission

The Rome City Commission will consider closing a portion of North Broad Street Extension and vote on multiple rezoning requests, including properties on East Main Street and Rogers Drive. The agenda also includes the 2025 election results and Veterans Day observances.

• First Reading: Ordinance to close portion of North Broad Street Extension
• First Reading: A25-11-04 – Annexation of property at Wilkerson Road
• First Reading: SUP-25-11-12 – Special Use Permit for Multifamily Residential at 1509 North Broad Street
• First Reading: Z25-08-02 – Rezoning properties on East Main Street and Jervis Street
• First Reading: Z25-11-02 – Rezoning from Light-Industrial to Suburban Residential at 141 Rogers Drive

The Commission accepted the certified 2025 election results with a 7‑0 vote and one abstention. It removed and then unanimously denied the rezoning and special‑use permit request for 3 Forsyth Street. Commissioners also unanimously authorized repayment of the $1,489,555.82 federal transportation debt using tripper fleet sale proceeds.

• Accepted certified 2025 election results (7-0, 1 abstain)
• Removed 3 Forsyth Street rezoning request from the table (unanimous)
• Denied 3 Forsyth Street rezoning and special‑use permit request (unanimous)
• Authorized repayment of $1,489,555.82 federal debt (unanimous)
• Approved meeting minutes by unanimous consent

Planning Commission

The Rome/Floyd Planning Commission will discuss a ULDC ordinance amendment regarding gas stations and convenience stores. The body will also review several rezoning applications and special use permits for properties in the city and county.

• ULDC ordinance amendment related to Gas Stations and Convenience Stores
• SUP25-11-03: Special Use Permit for a solar energy facility at 197 Isbell Road
• Z25-08-02: Rezone 111-117 East Main Street and 0 Jervis Street to Multi-Family Residential
• SUP25-11-12: Special Use Permit for multi-family residential at 1509 and 0 North Broad Street
• A25-11-04: Annexation request for 0 Wilkerson Road

The Planning Commission approved the agenda modification moving Z25-11-07 to the top (6‑0). It tabled the ULDC ordinance amendment concerning gas stations and convenience stores (5‑1). The commission then approved eight rezoning and special‑use permit applications, each passing with a 6‑0 vote and specific conditions attached.

• Agenda modified to place Z25-11-07 first (6‑0)
• ULDC ordinance amendment on gas stations tabled (5‑1)
• Rezoned 965 Plainville Rd to Agricultural Residential (6‑0)
• Rezoned 2455 Horseleg Creek Rd to Agricultural Residential, livestock limited to hens (6‑0)
• Rezoned 3448 Kingston Hwy to Light Industrial, no outdoor storage (6‑0)
• Rezoned Dellinger Rd parcels to Agricultural Residential (6‑0)
• Approved Special Use Permit for solar farm at 197 Isbell Rd, void if no progress within 365 days (6‑0)
• Rezoned East Main St & Jervis St properties to Multi‑Family Residential with sidewalk and rear‑parking conditions (6‑0)

Land Bank Authority

The board will approve the October 2025 minutes and receive a financial update. It will then discuss a funding request, the status of 115 & 117 East Boundary Street, lot maintenance, potential property donations, the 2026 work plan, and the GALBA conference.

• Funding request
• 115 & 117 E. Boundary St
• Lot maintenance
• Potential property donations
• 2026 work plan

The Rome/Floyd Land Bank Authority called the meeting to order and, after confirming a quorum, approved the October 2025 minutes by common consent. The board received a financial report and discussed updates on a workforce‑housing pilot program, property clean‑up contracts, potential property donations, and the draft 2026 work plan. No formal motions requiring a vote were taken, and several items were noted for future action.

• Approved October 2025 minutes by common consent

Joint City/County Development Oversight Committee

The Joint City/County Development Oversight Committee will approve the February 2025 meeting minutes, receive reports from the Building Inspection, Keep Rome/Floyd Beautiful, ECO Center, and Planning, Transportation/Trails departments, and discuss changing mechanical permits to a flat fee. The meeting is scheduled for 9:00 am on November 4, 2025 in the Sam King Room at City Hall.

• Approve minutes for February 2025
• Department reports: Building Inspection, Keep Rome/Floyd Beautiful, ECO Center, Planning/Transportation‑Trails
• Discuss converting mechanical permits to a flat fee (Building Inspection)

The committee approved the February 2025 meeting minutes by common consent. It also approved the 2026 budgets for Building Inspection, Keep Rome/Floyd Beautiful, the ECO Center, and Planning, Transportation/Trails, each by common consent. All approvals were made without recorded vote tallies.

• Approved February 2025 minutes (common consent)
• Approved 2026 budget for Building Inspection (common consent)
• Approved 2026 budget for Keep Rome/Floyd Beautiful (common consent)
• Approved 2026 budget for ECO Center (common consent)
• Approved 2026 budget for Planning, Transportation/Trails (common consent)

Pension Committee

The Rome Pension Committee will meet on October 28, 2025 to consider a plan summary presented by City Manager Joe Smith. The agenda includes reviewing minutes from the previous meeting and noting that there is no old business. No decisions or votes are listed in the agenda.

• Presentation of a plan summary by City Manager Joe Smith

The committee approved the minutes from the October 22, 2024 meeting by common consent. No other actions were taken; the committee reviewed the GMEBS 10‑Year Summary of the defined‑benefits retirement plan, noting asset values and investment allocations. The meeting was adjourned at 11:22 AM.

• Approved October 22, 2024 minutes (common consent)

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a rezoning request and special use permit for a manufactured home. The body will also consider a business improvement district ordinance and a license revocation for a local business.

• Public hearing for rezoning and special use permit for a manufactured home at 3 Forsyth Street
• Second reading of the 2025 Business Improvement District Ordinance
• Recommendation to revoke Beer Package License and impose a $2,000 penalty at K&A Mart, 1807 Maple Avenue
• Proposed transfer of Charlton Street properties to the Landbank Authority
• Unbudgeted capital request for additional body cameras

The commission unanimously approved a $48,525 budget amendment to purchase ten additional police body cameras using Red Speed Camera revenues. It also unanimously extended the Business Improvement District ordinance for another ten years, transferred four floodway parcels on Charlton Street to the Rome/Floyd Landbank Authority, and unanimously tabled a rezoning and special‑use permit request for 3 Forsyth Street. Minutes from the October 13, 2025 meeting were approved by unanimous consent.

• Approved $48,525 police body‑camera purchase (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Business Improvement District ordinance extension (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of four Charlton Street floodway parcels to Rome/Floyd Landbank Authority (unanimous)
• Tabled rezoning and special‑use permit request for 3 Forsyth Street (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of October 13, 2025 meeting (unanimous consent)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will approve minutes from a prior meeting and discuss a funding request for the Police RedSpeed program. The body is also set to review and discuss the first draft of the 2026 budgets.

• Approve minutes from August 27, 2025 meeting
• Police RedSpeed Funding Request
• Review and Discuss 2026 Budgets 1st Draft

The Finance Committee approved the August 27 meeting minutes by common consent. A motion was made and seconded to present the police department’s request for ten body cameras and related licenses to the full City Commission. The committee scheduled a follow‑up meeting on November 12 to review the next draft of the 2026 budget. No vote was taken on the virtual‑infrastructure purchase because it is already budgeted for 2026.

• Approved August 27 minutes by common consent
• Motion to present police body‑camera request to full City Commission made (no vote recorded)
• Scheduled next Finance Committee meeting for November 12 at 8:30 a.m.

Community Redevelopment Committee

The Community Redevelopment Committee will approve the minutes from the May 28, 2025 meeting. It will consider transferring two properties—one on Charlton Street and another on Grace Drive—to the Land Bank Authority. The committee will discuss Chuck Hufstetstler Park and receive updates on community development and the Land Bank Authority.

• Transfer of Charlton Street property to Land Bank Authority
• Transfer of Grace Drive property to Land Bank Authority
• Discussion of Chuck Hufstetler Park
• Community Development updates
• Land Bank Authority updates

The committee unanimously approved the transfer of four vacant Charlton Street parcels (I13W208‑I13W211) to the Land Bank Authority for resale. Minutes from the May 28, 2025 meeting were approved by common consent. The Grace Drive property transfer request was tabled. The committee agreed to study the Chuck Hufstetler Park proposal and forward it to the City Commission for future consideration.

• Approved transfer of Charlton Street parcels I13W208‑I13W211 to Land Bank Authority (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of May 28, 2025 meeting by common consent
• Tabled Grace Drive property transfer request
• Agreed to study Chuck Hufstetler Park project and present to City Commission (no formal vote)

Alcohol Control Commission

The Rome Alcohol Control Commission will review two new beer and wine package license applications and one new beer package license application. The requests are for Rocky Foodmart at 1818 Dean Ave., Lake Mini Mart at 2413 Garden Lakes Blvd., Suite B, and K & A Mart at 1807 Maple Ave. The commission will also hold a license hearing for K & A Mart.

• Consider Beer and Wine Package License for Rocky Foodmart, 1818 Dean Ave., applicant Ms. Asha Paramesiwar
• Consider Beer Package License for Lake Mini Mart, 2413 Garden Lakes Blvd., Suite B, applicant Mr. Saleem Badruddin Vadsariya
• License hearing for K & A Mart, 1807 Maple Ave., licensee Mr. Khuram Ramzanali

The commission unanimously approved Ms. Asha Paramesiwar’s request for a new Beer and Wine Package License at 1818 Dean Ave. It also unanimously voted to revoke the Beer Package License for K&A Mart at 1807 Maple Ave and impose a $2,000 fine. The September 15, 2025 minutes were approved by unanimous consent.

• Approved Beer and Wine Package License for 1818 Rocky Food Mart LLC (unanimous)
• Revoked Beer Package License for K&A Mart, 1807 Maple Ave and imposed $2,000 fine (unanimous)
• Approved September 15, 2025 minutes (unanimous consent)

Board of Adjustments

The Board of Adjustments will meet to consider two variance applications. These requests seek modifications to existing zoning requirements for specific properties in Rome.

• BOA25-10-01: Request to reduce rear buffer requirements from 200’ to 15’ at 0 East 19th Street
• BOA25-10-02: Request to construct an 8’ fence along the back property line at 127 Shoreline Drive NW

The Board approved variance BOA25-10-01 for 0 East 19th Street, reducing the rear buffer to 20 ft and adding specific fence, tree, barbed‑wire, and lighting requirements, with a 4‑0 vote. It denied the fence request BOA25-10-02 at 127 Shoreline Drive NW without prejudice, also by a 4‑0 vote. The September 2025 minutes, agenda, and adjournment were approved by common consent.

• Approved BOA25-10-01 variance with conditions (20‑ft buffer, fence setback, trees, barbed wire, lighting) – vote 4‑0
• Denied BOA25-10-02 fence request without prejudice – vote 4‑0
• Approved September 2025 meeting minutes – common consent
• Approved agenda – common consent
• Adjourned meeting – common consent

City Commission

The Rome City Commission will vote to close a portion of East 4th Street and consider a rezoning request for a manufactured home at 3 Forsyth Street. The body will also hold a public hearing on a Business Improvement District ordinance.

• Resolution to close a portion of East 4th Street
• Zoning request for manufactured home at 3 Forsyth Street
• Public hearing on Business Improvement District ordinance
• Proclamations for Domestic Violence Awareness Month and White Cane Safety Day
• Ribbon Cutting for North STARS Park on October 17

The commission approved a resolution to start the process of closing a 64‑foot right‑of‑way on East 4th Street, from East 1st Avenue to the railroad near the Etowah River. The motion passed with six votes in favor and one abstention. Minutes from the September 22, 2025 meeting were approved by unanimous consent. Several items were placed on the agenda for future action, including a rezoning request and a Business Improvement District vote.

• Approved September 22, 2025 minutes (unanimous consent)
• Approved resolution to initiate East 4th Street closure (Yes: Brock, Beeman, Doss, Quick, Collins, Robinson; Abstain: Cochran)
• Placed rezoning and special use permit request Z/Sup25-10-3 on first reading (pending)
• Scheduled public hearing for rezoning request on Oct 27
• Scheduled vote on Downtown Business Improvement District extension for Oct 27
• Announced early voting to begin Oct 14 for Nov 4 election
• Announced ribbon‑cutting for North STARS Park on Oct 17

Public Works / Traffic / Transit Committee

The Public Works, Traffic, and Transit committees will meet to discuss infrastructure maintenance and budget planning. The body will review a request for a temporary street closure and updates on city trails.

• Request to close a portion of Grover Street on Oct. 25th from 1:00-4:00 PM
• Fencing for the Turner McCall Bridge
• 2026 Capital Budget
• Lake Conasauga Maintenance
• Berry Trailhead updates

The Public Works Committee approved LoveJoy Baptist Church's request to close Grover Street from Branham Avenue to the church parking lot on Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Commissioner Brock moved to approve, Commissioner Collins seconded, and the motion carried. No other actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved Grover Street closure for LoveJoy Baptist Church festival (motion carried)

Land Bank Authority

The Rome-Floyd County Land Bank Authority meeting will discuss its 2026 budget and related expenditures. Members will review lot maintenance costs and decide on the acquisition of Pennington Avenue. The board will also consider approval of upcoming building projects and receive updates on specific properties and partnerships.

• 2026 budget discussion
• Lot maintenance expenditures
• Acquisition of Pennington Ave
• Approval of next builds
• Eagle Park partnership update

The board approved an $8,000 maintenance contract with Purdy Land Pros to clear underbrush at the Pennington Avenue lot and four E 20th Street lots. It selected 314 Wilson Avenue as the next site for a new build. The board also approved allocating $10,000 from the Neighborhood Vitality Beautification Grant to support the Eagle Park Upgrade SPLOST project. September meeting minutes were approved by common consent.

• Approved Purdy Land Pros maintenance contract ($8,000 total)
• Approved 314 Wilson Avenue as next new build site
• Approved $10,000 grant use for Eagle Park Upgrade SPLOST project
• Approved September minutes by common consent

Water & Sewer Committee

The committee will review and approve the September 4, 2025 meeting minutes. A financial report will be presented by Rhinehart. The board will discuss capital requests prepared by Boyd and staff.

• Review and approval of September 4, 2025 minutes
• Financial report presented by Rhinehart
• Discussion of capital requests from Boyd and staff

The committee approved the minutes from the September 4, 2025 meeting with no corrections. All other agenda items were discussed for informational purposes only; no formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.

• Approved September 4 meeting minutes (unanimous, no corrections)

Planning Commission

The Rome Planning Commission will consider a city application to rezone 3 Forsyth St. from High Density Traditional Residential to Suburban Residential and to grant a Special Use Permit for a manufactured home. County applications to rezone 3448 Kingston Hwy. from Community Commercial to Light Industrial and 591 & 0 Ward Mountain Road from Suburban Residential to Agricultural Residential will also be reviewed. The commission will set a new date for the January 2026 meeting and receive a staff report on September cases.

• Rezone 3 Forsyth St. (HT-R to S-R) and approve Special Use Permit for manufactured home (city)
• Rezone 3448 Kingston Hwy. from Community Commercial to Light Industrial (county)
• Rezone 591 Ward Mountain Road and 0 Ward Mountain Road from Suburban Residential to Agricultural Residential (county)
• Determine new date for January 2026 Planning Commission meeting
• Staff report on September cases and updates

The commission voted 4-2 to deny the rezoning and special use permit application for 3 Forsyth St. It voted 6-0 to approve the rezoning of 591 and 0 Ward Mountain Road. The agenda was modified to remove item Z25-10-02 and the September 4 minutes were approved, both by common consent. Members also moved the January 2026 meeting to January 8, 2026 by common consent.

• Denied rezoning & special use permit for 3 Forsyth St. (4-2)
• Approved rezoning for 591 & 0 Ward Mountain Rd. (6-0)
• Modified agenda to remove Z25-10-02 (common consent)
• Approved September 4, 2025 minutes (common consent)
• Moved Jan 2026 meeting date to Jan 8, 2026 (common consent)

Keep Rome-Floyd Beautiful Committee

The Keep Rome‑Floyd Beautiful Board will meet to review past activities and announce upcoming initiatives. Items include recognition of KRFB receiving the Keep America Beautiful President’s Circle award, introduction of the Croaky Educational Activity Book, and a Memorial Arboretum student service project. The board will also discuss a joint city‑county employee service day, creation of a GIS layer for the LiŽer Index, and upcoming community events. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• KRFB awarded the Keep America Beautiful President’s Circle Award
• New educational tool – Croaky Educational Activity Book
• Memorial Arboretum Student Service Project
• Joint City/County employee Service Day in Rotary Plaza
• Creating GIS layer for LiŽer Index

Public Safety Committee

The Rome, Georgia Public Safety Committee meeting on September 23, 2025 will receive monthly reports from Animal Control, Emergency Management, 911, Fire, and Police divisions. No agenda items beyond routine reports and guest introductions are listed. The committee will adjourn after the reports.

• Animal Control – monthly report
• Emergency Management – monthly report
• 911 – monthly report
• Fire – monthly report
• Police – monthly report

The Public Safety Committee approved the minutes from the May 20 and July 15 meetings by common consent. The committee reviewed written reports from Animal Control/PAWS, Emergency Management, E911, Fire, and Police departments. No other actions were voted on, and the meeting was adjourned with no further business.

• Approved minutes from May 20 and July 15 meetings (common consent)

City Commission

The City Commission will consider several resolutions, including a TAD Development Agreement for a project on North 5th Avenue and a closure of part of North Broad Street Extension. Commissioners will hold a first reading on a proposal to allow public alcohol consumption at the Chuck Sennett III Memorial Amphitheater. A public hearing will be held on a request to rezone 108 Calhoun Avenue from community commercial to high‑density traditional residential, with the Planning Commission recommending approval.

• TAD Resolution – North 5th Avenue Development Agreement (Ira Levy, Broad Street, LLC)
• Resolution to close a portion of North Broad Street Extension
• First Reading: proposal to permit public consumption of alcohol at Chuck Sennett III Memorial Amphitheater
• Public Hearing: rezoning request Z25-09-01 to change 108 Calhoun Avenue from community commercial to high‑density traditional residential (Planning Commission recommends 9‑0 approval)
• Approve Recycling Deficit invoices for 2nd quarter (April–June) from Solid Waste Commission

The commission approved a $7.9 million contract with KM Davis Contracting to replace the Burwell Creek sewer line, passing the motion unanimously. It also approved a $500,000 tax‑incremental financing request for Broad Street, LLC’s project at 258 North 5th Avenue by a 6‑2 vote. The commission adopted a resolution to close part of North Broad Street Extension, approved an amendment allowing alcohol at the Chuck Sennett III Memorial Amphitheater (6‑1‑1), and unanimously rezoned 108 Calhoun Avenue to high‑density residential. Additionally, the commission authorized payment of the city’s $36,530.45 share of the Recycling Center deficit.

• Approved $7.9 M Burwell Creek sewer replacement contract (unanimous)
• Approved $500,000 TAD financing for Broad Street, LLC project (6‑2)
• Adopted resolution to close part of North Broad Street Extension (unanimous)
• Approved amendment allowing alcohol at Chuck Sennett III Memorial Amphitheater (6‑1‑1)
• Rezoned 108 Calhoun Avenue to high‑density residential (unanimous)
• Authorized payment of $36,530.45 city share of Recycling Center deficit (unanimous)

Board of Adjustments

The Board of Adjustments will meet to consider five requests for zoning variances. These applications seek exceptions to setback requirements and infrastructure mandates for residential and industrial properties.

• BOA25-09-01: Accessory structure setback at 2 Eagle Ridge Dr.
• BOA25-09-03: 6’ fence setback at 34 Majestic Oaks Way NE
• BOA25-09-04: Rear setback reduction from 25’ to 8’ at 49 Pullen Rd.
• BOA25-09-05: Waiver of curb, gutter, and sidewalk requirements at Huffaker Rd/Southern Industrial Blvd.
• BOA25-09-06: Front setback reduction from 25’ to 12’ at 3 Covey Rise Drive

The Rome‑Floyd Board of Adjustments approved six variance applications, each passing with a 4‑0 vote. Approvals included an accessory structure at 2 Eagle Ridge Dr., a fence at 34 Majestic Oaks Way NE, setback reductions at 49 Pullen Rd. and 3 Covey Rise Drive, and a curb‑and‑gutter waiver on Huffaker Rd. All motions were approved by the members present.

• Approved accessory structure variance at 2 Eagle Ridge Dr., Kingston (4-0)
• Approved 6‑ft fence variance at 34 Majestic Oaks Way NE, Rome (4-0)
• Approved rear‑setback reduction at 49 Pullen Rd., Lindale (4-0)
• Approved curb and gutter waiver on Huffaker Rd./Southern Industrial Blvd., Rome (4-0)
• Approved front‑setback reduction at 3 Covey Rise Drive, Rome (4-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to conduct a public hearing regarding a Certificate of Appropriateness application. The body will also approve the agenda and minutes from August 2025.

• COA 835-25: 3 Old Shorter Hill Between the Rivers Historic District

The commission approved the meeting agenda and the July 2025 minutes by common consent. It then approved the historic preservation application for COA 835-25, 3 Old Shorter Hill, with a 5‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned by common consent.

• Approved agenda (common consent)
• Approved July 2025 minutes (common consent)
• Approved COA 835-25, 3 Old Shorter Hill historic preservation request (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (common consent)

Tree Board

The Rome Tree Board will receive reports from the city, Floyd County, Georgia Power, Berry College, the Extension Office, and the Georgia Forestry Commission. It will discuss the ReLeaf Grant project under old business. New business includes the Mount Berry Arboretum Trailhead Project, relocation of the Mount Berry Arboretum, the Ridgeferry Memorial Arboretum Student Service Project, the Covington Park ReLeaf Grant Project, and pre‑planning for Arbor Day 2026.

• Mount Berry Arboretum Trailhead Project – presentation by Julie Smith
• Mount Berry Arboretum relocation – presentation by Chad Hampton
• Ridgeferry Memorial Arboretum Student Service Project – presentation by Bagley
• Covington Park ReLeaf Grant Project – presentation by Seth Hawkins
• Arbor Day 2026 pre‑planning

The Tree Board approved the July meeting minutes by common consent. Members received reports on tree removals, new plantings, pest findings, and ongoing projects such as the ReLeaf Grant for Covington Park and the AdventHealth Redmond ECO Greenway trailhead. No motions, votes, or approvals were recorded during this meeting.

Alcohol Control Commission

The Alcohol Control Commission will review pending license requests, including a Beer Package License for Lake Mini Mart and a Beer and Wine Package License for Rocky Foodmart LLC. It will also consider a new Beer and Wine Package License and a Beer and Wine Pouring License for UPOP. Routine agenda items such as roll call, minutes approval, and adjournment will also be addressed.

• Consider Beer Package License for Lake Mini Mart, 2413 Garden Lakes Blvd. Ste B, applicant Saleem Vadsariya
• Consider Beer and Wine Package License for Rocky Foodmart LLC, 1818 Dean Ave., applicant Asha Paramesinar
• Consider Beer and Wine Package License and Beer and Wine Pouring License for UPOP, 637 Braves Blvd., applicant Hiren Patel

The Alcohol Control Commission approved a Beer and Wine Package License and a Beer and Wine Pouring License for UPOP at 637 Braves Blvd, conditional on the applicant providing a local registered agent before opening and passing required inspections. The motion was moved by Commissioner Phipps, seconded by VanMeter, and passed with three votes in favor and one abstention. Applications for Lake Mini Mart and Rocky Food Mart were not acted on and will be reconsidered at the October 20 meeting. The minutes from the August 18, 2025 meeting were approved by unanimous consent.

• Approved Beer & Wine Package License for UPOP (Yes: VanMeter, McMichael, Phipps; Abstain: Shepard)
• Approved Beer & Wine Pouring License for UPOP (same vote)
• Deferred Lake Mini Mart Beer/Wine Package License (no vote)
• Deferred Rocky Food Mart Beer/Wine Package License (no vote)
• Approved August 18, 2025 minutes by unanimous consent

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority Board will call the meeting to order, approve the July 2025 meeting minutes, and approve the financial report. The board will also discuss a retreat and then adjourn. No substantive policy or project items are on the agenda.

• Call meeting to order
• Approve July 2025 minutes
• Approve financials
• Discuss retreat
• Other/adjourn

The Downtown Development Authority board met for a retreat on September 11, 2025, facilitated by the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission, and conducted a SWOT analysis. Members identified strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats and set future goals for communication, capacity, transparency, and cooperation. The board assigned Calhoun to send a written SWOT report to Roberts and assigned Patrick to email the meeting minutes and financials to the board. No formal approvals, votes, or decisions were recorded.

• Calhoun assigned to send written SWOT report to Roberts
• Patrick assigned to email minutes and financials to board

Public Works / Traffic / Transit Committee

The Public Works, Traffic, and Transit committees will meet to discuss infrastructure and operational reports. The session includes a review of specific street closings and a financial report for transit.

• Unopened street and alley closings west of Cedar Avenue
• Accident/DUI report
• Transit financial report
• Public Works departmental monthly reports

The committee approved the closure of several unopened streets and alleys west of Cedar Avenue, as presented by Engineering Services Director Aaron Carroll. The Transit Committee also approved the application for the FY 2027 Section 5307 federal grant, which includes an estimated $2.19 million in federal funds. Both motions were carried without recorded vote tallies.

• Approved closure of unopened streets and alleys west of Cedar Avenue (motion carried)
• Approved FY 2027 Section 5307 federal grant application (motion carried)
• Approved August meeting minutes by common consent

Fire Overview Committee

The Fire Overview Committee will meet to review financial statements presented by Toni Rhinehart. The committee will also receive reports from the Fire Chief covering operations, support, and manpower for June, July, and August.

• Review of financial statements by Toni Rhinehart
• Fire Chief reports for June, July, and August
• Operations, support, and manpower reports

The Fire Overview Committee met on September 9, 2025 at 10:30 a.m. in the Sam King Room. The agenda included review of the March 11, 2025 minutes, financial statements, and the Fire Chief’s reports for June‑August covering operations, support, and manpower. No decisions, approvals, or vote tallies were recorded in the minutes.

City Commission

The Rome City Commission will meet to approve minutes, issue proclamations, and hold a first reading on a rezoning request for 108 Calhoun Avenue. The meeting also includes committee updates and community event announcements.

• First reading on rezoning 108 Calhoun Avenue from Community Commercial to High Density Traditional Residential (Z25-09-01)
• Proclamation for Constitution Week
• Announcement of 9/11 Commemorative Service at Rome/Floyd Firefighters Memorial Plaza

The commission approved the minutes from the August 25, 2025 meeting by unanimous consent. The rezoning request Z25-09-01 for 108 Calhoun Avenue was placed on first reading, with a public hearing set for September 22. The General Administration Committee’s recommendation to allow alcohol at the Chuck Sennett III Memorial Amphitheatre was noted, and a second reading and vote were scheduled for September 22.

• Approved August 25, 2025 minutes (unanimous consent)
• Placed rezoning Z25-09-01 (108 Calhoun Ave) on first reading (no vote recorded)
• Scheduled second reading of Chuck Sennett Amphitheatre alcohol ordinance for Sep 22

Redevelopment Agency

The Rome Redevelopment Agency will approve the minutes from the December 2, 2024, meeting. The primary substantive item is the review of a Tax Abatement District (TAD) application for the property at 258 North Fifth Avenue. No other specific decisions or proposals are listed on the agenda.

• TAD Application for 258 North Fifth Avenue
• Approval of December 2, 2024, Meeting Minutes

The agency approved the minutes from the December 2, 2024 meeting by unanimous vote. The board then voted unanimously to recommend that the Rome City Commission approve a $500,000 Tax Allocation District funding request for the redevelopment project at 258 N. 5th Avenue. Commissioners also asked City Attorney Andy Davis for a legal opinion on the applicability of the “but for” clause. The meeting was adjourned after the recommendations were recorded.

• Approved minutes of Dec 2, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of $500,000 TAD funding for 258 N. 5th Ave project (unanimous)

Water & Sewer Committee

The Water & Sewer Committee will meet to approve minutes from June 12, 2025, and review a financial report. The body will also discuss sewer and pre-treatment matters.

• Financial report presented by Rhinehart
• Discussion on Sewer/Pre-Treatment

The committee approved the minutes from the June 12 meeting. John Minch was appointed Assistant Division Director. The October Water Committee meeting was moved to the filter plant to observe the upcoming reverse‑osmosis pilot study.

• Approved June 12 meeting minutes
• Appointed John Minch as Assistant Division Director
• Moved October Water Committee meeting to filter plant for RO pilot observation

Planning Commission

The Rome/Floyd Planning Commission will meet to review four rezoning applications, including one at 108 Calhoun Ave. in Rome. The Commission will also set public hearing dates for later decisions by the Rome City Commission and Floyd County Commission.

• Z25-09-01: Rezone 108 Calhoun Ave. from Community Commercial (C-C) to High Density Traditional Residential (H-T-R)
• Z25-09-02: Rezone 4558 Martha Berry Hwy. from Suburban Residential (S-R) to Community Commercial (C-C)
• Z25-09-03: Rezone 785 Moran Lake Rd. from Suburban Residential (S-R) to Agricultural Residential (A-R)
• Z25-09-04: Rezone 0 Burlington Rd. parcels from Suburban Residential (S-R) to Light Industrial (L-I)
• Public hearings scheduled for September 22 (Rome City Commission) and September 23 (Floyd County Commission)

The commission approved rezoning of 108 Calhoun Ave. to high‑density residential, 785 Moran Lake Rd. to agricultural residential, and partially approved the Burlington Rd. rezoning with specific conditions. It denied the rezoning of 4558 Martha Berry Hwy. to commercial and denied rezoning of Parcel M11X065 on Burlington Rd. All votes were unanimous (9‑0). The Burlington Rd. approval required the property to remain vacant, a redevelopment plan within 90 days, and strict lighting and tree‑preservation requirements.

• Approved rezoning of 108 Calhoun Ave. from C‑C to H‑T‑R (9‑0)
• Denied rezoning of 4558 Martha Berry Hwy. from S‑R to C‑C (9‑0)
• Approved rezoning of 785 Moran Lake Rd. from S‑R to A‑R (9‑0)
• Amended Burlington Rd. rezoning to exclude Parcel M11X065 (9‑0)
• Partially approved rezoning of Burlington Rd. (excluding M11X065) with conditions (9‑0)
• Denied rezoning of Parcel M11X065 on Burlington Rd. (9‑0)

Land Bank Authority

The Rome-Floyd County Land Bank Authority will approve applications from an executive session and discuss the sale of properties at 115 & 117 E. Boundary St and a potential acquisition on Pennington Ave.

• Approval of applications from executive session
• Discussion of 115 & 117 E. Boundary St sale price and investor inquiry
• Discussion of potential acquisition on Pennington Ave
• Home Trust Fund update
• GALBA meeting on Oct 28-29

The board approved the purchase of four parcels at 0 Charlton Street for $14,000. It also approved the purchase of the parcel at 0 Welch Avenue for $2,600. Finally, it approved the purchase of two parcels on Klassing Street for $5,900. All three motions were carried and no other decisions were made.

• Approved purchase of 0 Charlton Street parcels I13W208‑I13W211 for $14,000 (motion carried)
• Approved purchase of 0 Welch Avenue parcel I13W207 for $2,600 (motion carried)
• Approved purchase of 0 Klassing Street (J14E303) and 102 Klassing Street (J14E302) for $5,900 (motion carried)

Finance Committee

The Rome, GA Finance Committee will meet on August 27, 2025, to approve the minutes from its July 24, 2025 meeting and review the July 2025 financial statements. No substantive decisions or discussions beyond these procedural items are listed on the agenda.

The Finance Committee approved the minutes from the July 24 meeting by common consent. The committee reviewed July financial statements and discussed budget and tax matters, but no further actions were taken.

• Approved July 24 minutes (by common consent)

General Administration Committee

The General Administration Committee will review minutes from past meetings and hear updates from city departments. The only decision point is a proposed change to the city code to allow alcohol consumption at the Chuck Sennett III Memorial Amphitheater.

• Chuck Sennett III Memorial Amphitheater - Alcohol Consumption - City Code 14-3(t)
• Stonebridge Golf Course Financial Statements
• Rome Tennis Center Update
• Barron Stadium Report
• Human Resources Reports including Diversity Breakdown and Group Health Claims Analysis

The General Administration Committee approved a request to amend City Code Section 14-3, adding the Chuck Sennett III Memorial Amphitheater to the list of public places where alcohol consumption is allowed, limited to events rented through the Greater Rome Convention & Visitors Bureau. The motion was made by Commissioner Robinson, seconded by Commissioner Quick, and passed unanimously. The minutes from the October 22, 2024, January 13, 2025, and April 28, 2025 meetings were also approved by common consent. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved amendment to City Code Section 14-3 to permit alcohol at Chuck Sennett III Amphitheater (unanimous)
• Approved prior meeting minutes by common consent (procedural)

City Commission

The City Commission will hold public hearings for three properties requesting zoning changes to residential use. The body will also receive a caucus presentation from Extra Special People, Inc.

• Z25-06-04: Request to rezone 408 Cedar Avenue from Heavy Industrial to High Density Traditional Residential
• Z25-06-05: Request to rezone 412 Cedar Avenue from Heavy Industrial to High Density Traditional Residential
• Z25-08-05: Request to rezone 2435 Shorter Avenue from Community Commercial to Multifamily Residential
• Caucus presentation by Sarah Bradfield, Executive Director of Extra Special People, Inc. (ESP)

The commission approved the August 11 minutes by unanimous consent. It then approved rezoning of 408 Cedar Ave and 412 Cedar Ave from Heavy Industrial to High‑Density Traditional Residential, each by unanimous vote. The commission also approved rezoning of the rear portion of 2435 Shorter Ave from Community Commercial to Multi‑family Residential, adding five staff‑recommended conditions and a prohibition on ingress/egress onto Westlyn Drive, again by unanimous vote.

• Approved August 11 minutes (unanimous consent)
• Approved rezoning of 408 Cedar Ave to High‑Density Traditional Residential (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 412 Cedar Ave to High‑Density Traditional Residential (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of rear portion of 2435 Shorter Ave to Multi‑family Residential with five conditions and no Westlyn Drive access (unanimous)

Board of Adjustments

The Rome Board of Adjustments will consider eight variance applications requesting changes to zoning setbacks and requirements for properties across Rome. The meeting is scheduled for August 21, 2025, at 2:30 pm in the Commission Chambers of City Hall.

• BOA25-03-01: 1408 Gordon Ave. requests reducing front and rear setbacks from 20' to 10'
• BOA25-08-02: 5 N. Pennington Ave. requests reducing rear setback from 20' to 5'
• BOA25-08-03: 0 Billy Pyle Rd. requests reducing front setback from 25' to 13'
• BOA25-08-06: 36 Chateau Court requests reducing front setback and landscape requirement to 0'
• BOA25-08-08: 50-57 Alpine Ct. requests reducing public road frontage to 0' and side setbacks to 10'

The Rome‑Floyd Board of Adjustments voted on eight zoning variance applications. Six were approved, two were denied without prejudice. One approval (BOA25‑08‑08) included specific conditions and passed 4‑2; all other votes were unanimous 6‑0.

• Approved BOA25-03-01 (1408 Gordon Ave) front and rear setbacks reduction, 6-0
• Approved BOA25-08-02 (5 N. Pennington Ave) rear setback reduction, 6-0
• Approved BOA25-08-03 (Billy Pyle Rd) front setback reduction to 13’, 6-0
• Denied BOA25-08-04 (3 Wren Place) accessory structure request, 6-0
• Denied BOA25-08-05 (105 Broadus Rd) street widening and curb/gutter waiver, 6-0
• Approved BOA25-08-06 (36 Chateau Court) front setback and landscape reduction, 6-0
• Approved BOA25-08-07 (10 Poplar St) rear and side setback reductions, 6-0
• Approved BOA25-08-08 (50-57 Alpine Ct) road frontage and side setback reductions with conditions, 4-2

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to consider one application for a certificate of appropriateness. This request concerns a property located at 315 E 4th Street within the Between the Rivers Historic District.

• COA25-08-31: Certificate of Appropriateness application for 315 E 4th Street

The Rome Historic Preservation Commission met on August 20, 2025. After a public hearing, members voted to approve the application for 315 E 4th Street in the Between the Rivers Historic District. The motion passed 5‑0. The agenda and prior minutes were also approved by common consent.

• Agenda for August 2025 approved by common consent
• Minutes from July 2025 approved by common consent
• Approved 315 E 4th St historic district application (5-0 vote)
• Adjourned the meeting by common consent

Alcohol Control Commission

The commission will review requests for new beer and wine package licenses at five different locations. One request was previously tabled at the July 21 meeting.

• Beer Package License request: Chevron Express, 507 Turner McCall Blvd.
• Beer and Wine Package License request: Murphy Oil USA #7094, 2200 Shorter Ave.
• Beer Package License request: Lake Mini Mart, 2413 Garden Lakes Blvd. Ste B
• Beer and Wine Package License request: 1818 Rocky Foodmart LLC, 1818 Dean Ave.
• Beer Package License request: Sunny Stop N Go, 1107 Turner McCall Blvd.

The Alcohol Control Commission approved new beer package licenses for Chevron Express (507 Turner McCall Blvd.), Murphy Oil USA (2200 Shorter Ave.) and Sunny Stop N Go (1107 Turner McCall Blvd.) with unanimous votes, each pending final city inspections. The commission denied a license request for Lake Mini Mart (2413 Garden Lakes Blvd. Ste. B) because the applicant is not a Floyd County resident. The commission also instructed the K&A Mart licensee to appear at a September hearing regarding a drug‑violation citation.

• Approved beer license for Chevron Express, 507 Turner McCall Blvd. (unanimous)
• Approved beer and wine license for Murphy Oil USA, 2200 Shorter Ave. (unanimous)
• Approved beer license for Sunny Stop N Go, 1107 Turner McCall Blvd. (unanimous)
• Denied license request for Lake Mini Mart, 2413 Garden Lakes Blvd. Ste. B (ineligible applicant)
• Instructed K&A Mart licensee to appear at September hearing on drug violation

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will meet to approve July 2025 minutes and financial reports. The board will address action items regarding marketing and impact grants, as well as upgrades to the Cotton Block.

• Marketing/Impact Grants
• Cotton Block Upgrades
• BID Update
• Farmer’s Market Update

The Downtown Development Authority board approved the July 2025 meeting minutes and the financial report, each by unanimous consent. The board also approved the marketing grants and the impact grants, with all members voting in favor. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved July 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved financials (unanimous)
• Approved marketing grants (unanimous)
• Approved impact grants (unanimous)

Public Works / Traffic / Transit Committee

The Public Works, Traffic, and Transit committees will discuss infrastructure designs and street closures. The body is also reviewing an update to the transit procurement policy.

• Turner McCall Bridge current parapet wall and fence design
• First Presbyterian Church block closing request for August 17
• Transit procurement policy update approval
• Request to close a portion of E 4th Street
• Berry IMPACT students painting medians on the Cotton Block-Roberts

The committee approved the First Presbyterian Church block closure for its annual picnic. Commissioners approved the request from Echota Realty to close a portion of East 4th Street, adding conditions to protect easements and maintain a clear zone. The Transit Procurement Policy update was approved. The minutes from the June meeting were approved by common consent.

• Approved First Presbyterian Church block closure (common consent)
• Approved East 4th Street closure with conditions (motion carried)
• Approved Transit Procurement Policy update (motion carried)
• Approved June meeting minutes (common consent)

City Commission

The Rome City Commission will meet to approve minutes, hear proclamations and guest updates, and conduct a public hearing on the 2025 tax increase. The body will also consider first readings for two rezoning requests at 408 and 412 Cedar Avenue from Heavy Industrial to High Density Traditional Residential, and a resolution related to House Bill 581/FLOST intergovernmental agreement.

• First reading on rezoning 408 Cedar Avenue from Heavy Industrial to High Density Traditional Residential
• First reading on rezoning 412 Cedar Avenue from Heavy Industrial to High Density Traditional Residential
• Public hearing on 2025 tax increase proposals and millage rate resolution
• Resolution for House Bill 581/FLOST intergovernmental agreement
• Property transfers of Smith Street and Vineland Drive to the Land Bank Authority

The commission approved the July 28 and August 5 meeting minutes by unanimous consent. Commissioners adopted the City/County intergovernmental agreement that splits FLOST revenue 68% to Floyd County and 32% to Rome, with a 6‑1 vote. They also adopted a resolution to place the FLOST referendum on the November 4, 2025 ballot.

• Approved July 28 and August 5 minutes (unanimous consent)
• Adopted intergovernmental agreement for FLOST (YES: Bojo, Brock, Beeman, Doss, Quick, Collins; NO: Cochran)
• Adopted resolution to place FLOST referendum on November 4, 2025 ballot

Planning Commission

The Rome/Floyd Planning Commission will review several applications for property rezoning and special use permits in both the city and county. These requests include changes for industrial, residential, and commercial land use.

• Rezoning requests for 3940 Morton Bend Rd. and 0 Morton Bend Rd. from Agricultural Residential to Heavy Industrial
• Special Use Permit request for a Luxury Glamping and Peaceful Wellness Retreat at 1865 Morton Bend Rd.
• Special Use Permit request for a special event venue at 3360 Huffaker Rd.
• Rezoning requests for 408 and 412 Cedar Ave. from Heavy Industrial to High Density Traditional Residential
• Rezoning request for a portion of 2435 Shorter Ave. from Community Commercial to Multifamily Residential

The commission approved the rezoning of 3940 Morton Bend Rd. from Agricultural Residential to Heavy Industrial, adding four staff‑imposed conditions, with an 8‑0 vote. It denied a special‑use permit for a luxury glamping retreat at 1865 Morton Bend Rd. by an 8‑0 vote. The body also approved a special‑event venue permit, two high‑density residential rezones, a suburban rezoning with a manufactured‑home permit, and two heavy‑industrial to residential rezones, each passing unanimously or near‑unanimously.

• Approved combined rezoning applications Z25-06-02 and Z25-06-03 by common consent
• Approved rezoning of 3940 Morton Bend Rd. to Heavy Industrial with staff conditions (8-0)
• Denied special‑use permit for luxury glamping at 1865 Morton Bend Rd. (8-0)
• Approved special‑use permit for event venue at 3360 Huffaker Rd. with conditions (8-0)
• Approved rezoning of 0 Wayside Rd. from Community Commercial to Agricultural Residential (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of 39 Lindsey Rd. to Suburban Residential and special‑use permit for manufactured home (8-0)
• Approved rezoning of 408 Cedar Ave. from Heavy Industrial to High‑Density Traditional Residential (8-0)
• Approved rezoning of 412 Cedar Ave. from Heavy Industrial to High‑Density Traditional Residential (8-0)

City Commission

The City Commission is meeting to discuss FLOST. No other substantive business is listed on the agenda.

• Discussion regarding FLOST

The joint City of Rome and Floyd County commission met to consider a Floating Local Option Sales Tax (FLOST) and how its revenue would be split. County managers proposed a 75% county / 25% city split, while the city manager proposed a 60% county / 40% city split. Commissioners discussed timelines and the need for an intergovernmental agreement before a November 4, 2025 referendum, but no formal agreement or vote was reached.

City Commission

The City Commission will conduct its third public hearing regarding a proposed 2025 tax increase. The body will also consider a resolution concerning the 2025 tax millage rate.

• Public Hearing #3 for 2025 Tax Increase
• 2025 Tax Millage Rate Resolution

The commission approved the minutes from the July 14 and July 24 meetings by unanimous consent. After a public hearing, Commissioners Bojo and Doss moved and seconded a resolution to set the 2025 tax mill rate at 26.25 mills, which passed 6‑1. The city will amend its tax advertisement to include five prior years and hold an additional public hearing and adoption action on August 11, 2025.

• Approved July 14 and July 24 minutes (unanimous consent)
• Adopted 2025 Tax Mill Rate 26.25 mills (YES: Bojo, Brock, Beeman, Doss, Quick, Robinson; NO: Cochran)
• Scheduled additional public hearing and mill rate adoption for Aug 11, 2025
• Joint Services Committee meeting set for Aug 5, 2025 at 9:00 a.m.
• Development Oversight Committee meeting set for Aug 5, 2025 at 10:00 a.m.
• Water and Sewer Committee meeting set for Aug 7, 2025 at 9:00 a.m.
• Rome/Floyd Planning Commission meeting set for Aug 7, 2025 at 2:30 p.m.
• First Friday concert (Downtown Development Authority) scheduled for Aug 1, 2025 at 7:00 p.m.

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to discuss HB 581 and review the financial statements from June 2025. The body will also vote on the minutes from the June 25, 2025 meeting.

• Discussion of HB 581
• Review of June 2025 Financial Statements
• Approval of June 25, 2025 meeting minutes

The Finance Committee approved the minutes from the June 25 meeting by common consent. The City Manager discussed House Bill 581 and its effect on property and sales tax revenues, noting an intergovernmental agreement is needed by early September for a November ballot to consider raising the sales tax from 7% to 8%. The Finance Director said the June 2025 financial statements would not be reviewed at this meeting due to time constraints, but copies are available online. No other business was taken.

• Approved June 25 meeting minutes (common consent)

City Commission

The City Commission is holding a special called meeting for a public hearing regarding the 2025 tax millage rate. This is the second of three scheduled hearings concerning a tax increase.

• Public Hearing #2 of 3: 2025 Tax Millage Rate (Tax Increase)

The commission held the second public hearing on the proposed 2025 tax mill rate, which remains at 26.25 mills and results in a technical tax increase. Three members of the public spoke, all opposing the rate and raising concerns about the city school system, senior services, police presence, and government consolidation. No votes or actions were taken on the matter.

Alcohol Control Commission

The Alcohol Control Commission is meeting to review requests for new beer and wine licenses. The body will consider one pouring license and seven package licenses for various local businesses.

• Beer and Wine Pouring License request for Pizza Roama at 295 Glen Milner Blvd.
• Beer Package License request for Fastlane Fuel and Market at 1928 Shorter Ave.
• Beer Package License request for 101 Food Mart Inc. at 1416 N Broad St. Unit B
• Beer Package License request for Chevron Express at 507 Turner McCall Blvd
• Beer and Wine Package License request for UPOP Rome at 637 Braves Blvd.

The commission unanimously approved a beer and wine pouring license for Pizza Roama at 295 Glenn Milner Blvd., pending final inspection. It also unanimously approved beer package licenses for Fastlane Fuel and Market (1928 Shorter Ave.), 101 Food Mart Inc. (1416 N Broad St. Unit B), Lucky Spot Food Mart (1305 Shorter Ave. Ste. B), and for Calhoun Quick Stop (1120 Calhoun Ave.) and 101 Food Mart (2 Clover St. Unit A). The applications for Chevron Express (507 Turner McCall Blvd.) and UPOP Rome (637 Braves Blvd.) were tabled and will be reconsidered when required information is provided.

• Approved beer and wine pouring license for Pizza Roama (295 Glenn Milner Blvd.) – unanimous
• Approved beer package license for Fastlane Fuel and Market (1928 Shorter Ave.) – unanimous
• Approved beer package license for 101 Food Mart Inc. (1416 N Broad St. Unit B) – unanimous
• Approved beer package license for Lucky Spot Food Mart (1305 Shorter Ave. Ste. B) – unanimous
• Approved beer package licenses for Calhoun Quick Stop (1120 Calhoun Ave.) and 101 Food Mart (2 Clover St. Unit A) – unanimous
• Tabled Chevron Express license (507 Turner McCall Blvd.) pending remodel plan
• Tabled UPOP Rome beer and wine package license (637 Braves Blvd.) pending registered agent

Board of Adjustments

The Board of Adjustments will consider two variance applications regarding property setbacks and landscape buffers. The board will also approve the minutes from the June 2025 meeting.

• BOA25-07-01: Request to reduce front setbacks from 20’ to between 17’ and 19’ at 0 Asbury Drive
• BOA25-07-02: Request to reduce landscape buffers at 304 Turner McCall Blvd from 20’ to 6’ along Turner McCall Blvd and to 0’ along Martha Berry Blvd

The Board approved the June meeting minutes and the agenda by common consent. It then approved a variance for the Asbury Drive multifamily parcel, reducing front setbacks with a condition to plant seven trees, by a 6-0 vote. The Board also approved a variance for the Turner McCall Blvd. office parcel, reducing front landscape buffers with staff‑recommended conditions, by a 6-0 vote.

• Approved June 2025 meeting minutes (common consent)
• Approved agenda (common consent)
• Approved BOA25-07-01 Asbury Drive setback reduction with tree‑planting condition (6-0)
• Approved BOA25-07-02 Turner McCall Blvd. buffer reduction with conditions (6-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to consider one application for a Certificate of Appropriateness. The meeting also includes standard procedural approvals for the agenda and previous minutes.

• COA25-08-34: Certificate of Appropriateness application for 317 E 4th Street in the Between the Rivers Historic District

The commission approved its July agenda and the June meeting minutes by common consent. It then approved the application for 317 E 4th Street in the Between the Rivers Historic District with a 7‑0 vote. Members also agreed to hold a caucus before future meetings, starting on September 17, 2025.

• Agenda approved by common consent
• June 2025 minutes approved by common consent
• Approved 317 E 4th St. historic preservation application (7-0)
• Decided to hold a caucus before meetings, beginning Sep 17, 2025
• Meeting adjourned by motion

Tree Board

The City of Rome Tree Board will meet to review reports from city, county, and state partners. The board is scheduled to discuss a specific tree at 301 East 5th Avenue and the ReLeaf Grant.

• Discussion of tree at 301 East 5th Avenue
• ReLeaf Grant

The Tree Board confirmed the removal of the tree at 301 East 5th Avenue, citing safety concerns. The board also agreed that John Hendrickson will nurture a donated Red Oak seedling until it is ready for planting, with Hannah Bagley arranging its transfer from City Manager Sammy Rich. Minutes from the May and June meetings were approved by common consent. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved removal of the tree at 301 East 5th Avenue
• John Hendrickson will nurture the donated Red Oak seedling until maturity
• Hannah Bagley will arrange transfer of the seedling from Sammy Rich to John Hendrickson
• Minutes from the May meeting approved by common consent
• Minutes from the June meeting approved by common consent
• Discussed revisiting the mature maple removal at Turner McCall Blvd & Keelway Dr in fall
• Received recommendation to remove declining maple at 418 3rd Avenue (no decision made)
• Presented ReLeaf Grant opportunity (no decision on application)

Public Safety Committee

The committee will meet to receive monthly reports from several public safety departments. No specific votes or new ordinances are listed on the agenda.

• Animal Control monthly report
• Emergency Management monthly report
• 911 monthly report
• Fire monthly report
• Police monthly report

The Public Safety Committee reviewed written reports from PAWS, Emergency Management, E911, the Fire Department, and the Police Department. No motions, approvals, or votes were recorded; the meeting consisted of informational updates and discussion of ongoing programs. Chairman Brock expressed interest in arranging a meeting with the Police Ambassadors and downtown stakeholders.

City Commission

The City Commission will hold the first public hearing regarding the 2025 tax increase and proposed millage. The body will also consider funding for a boat launch and a pump track.

• Public Hearing #1 for 2025 Tax Increase
• ARC Funding Request for Boat Launch
• Approval of Pump Track
• Discussion regarding Police Evidence Location

The Rome City Commission unanimously approved a $261,500 contract with Multi-Craft Construction to renovate the police evidence room on Callier Springs Road. The commission also unanimously authorized the city to apply for an Appalachian Regional Commission grant for an RV park project and approved the construction of a pump track at Ridgeferry Park with a vote of six‑yes and one abstention. Additionally, the minutes from the June 16, 2025 meeting were approved by unanimous consent.

• Approved $261,500 police evidence room renovation contract (unanimous)
• Authorized application for ARC grant for RV park project (unanimous)
• Approved pump track construction at Ridgeferry Park (YES: Bojo, Cochran, Beeman, Doss, Quick, Robinson; ABSTAIN: Brock)
• Approved June 16, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous consent)

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will meet to approve June minutes and financial reports. The board will take action on façade grants, a retreat, and 'Christmas in July' planning.

• Façade Grant
• Christmas in July

The board approved the May 2025 meeting minutes, the financial report, and a façade grant. A retreat was scheduled for September 11 at the Milner Building. Upcoming community events, including a Budweiser Clydesdales appearance and Christmas in July, were announced.

• Approved May 2025 meeting minutes
• Approved financials
• Approved façade grant
• Scheduled DDA Board retreat for September 11

Land Bank Authority

The Rome-Floyd County Land Bank Authority will meet to approve minutes from June 2025, review financial updates, and conduct an executive session to discuss and potentially approve property applications. After the executive session, the board will act on approved applications and discuss updates on property closings and new construction projects.

• Review and potential approval of property applications in executive session
• Discussion of 1832 Wax Rd closing
• Updates on new builds at 115 & 117 E. Boundary St
• Review of 2025 Realtor Contract
• Signing of contract by DAVID

The board approved the June meeting minutes by common consent. It entered an executive session, then reconvened in regular session, with both motions carried. The board approved an offer from William Collins to buy the city‑owned lot at 0 Vineland Drive for $5,000.

• Approved June minutes (common consent)
• Closed meeting for executive session (motion carried)
• Reopened regular session (motion carried)
• Approved $5,000 purchase of 0 Vineland Drive (motion carried)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review financial statements from May 2025 and discuss the 2025 tax millage. The committee will also vote to approve minutes from the May 28, 2025 meeting.

• 2025 Tax Millage Discussion
• Review of May 2025 Financial Statements
• Approval of May 28, 2025 meeting minutes

The Finance Committee recommended, and unanimously supported, leaving the 2025 tax millage rate the same as 2024. The recommendation will be presented to the full City Commission at its next meeting. Public hearings on any millage change are scheduled for July 14, July 24, and July 28.

• Unanimously recommended keeping the 2025 tax millage rate unchanged (unanimous)

Board of Adjustments

The Board of Adjustments will consider several requests for zoning variances. These applications seek modifications to setbacks, lot widths, and parking requirements for residential and commercial properties.

• BOA25-06-01: 6’ fence request at 525 Elliott Dr. NW
• BOA25-06-03: Rear setback reduction from 30’ to 5’ at 3128 Cave Spring Rd. SW
• BOA25-06-04: Request to increase size of landlocked parcel at 3785 Blacks Bluff Rd.
• BOA25-06-05: Rear setback reduction to 0’ and parking requirement reduction to 520 at 0 Martha Berry Hwy.
• BOA25-06-07: Minimum lot width reduction from 26’ to 21’ at 8, 10, 12 and 14 East 3rd Ave.

The Rome‑Floyd Board of Adjustments approved seven zoning variance applications and one amendment to an agenda item, each passing with a unanimous 4‑0 vote. Approvals included a fence variance, several setback reductions, a lot‑width reduction, and a parcel‑size increase, many with specific conditions such as updated site plans or limited building footprints. No opposition was recorded for any of the applications.

• Approved 6‑ft fence variance at 525 Elliott Dr. NW, conditioned to stay at least 10 ft from front line (4‑0)
• Approved rear‑setback reduction at 3128 Cave Spring Rd. SW, applicant must submit updated site plans within 20 days (4‑0)
• Approved increase of legal nonconforming parcel at 3785 Blacks Bluff Rd. (4‑0)
• Approved setback and parking reductions at 0 Martha Berry Hwy., including 0‑ft rear setback (4‑0)
• Approved rear‑setback reduction at 0 Riverbend Dr., limited to proposed building with canopy/awning (4‑0)
• Approved lot‑width reduction from 26 ft to 21 ft at 8‑14 East 3rd Ave. (4‑0)
• Approved multiple setback reductions at 315 East 4th St. (4‑0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings to consider applications for certificates of appropriateness for three properties in the Between the Rivers Historic District.

• COA831-25: 315 E 4th Street
• COA832-25: 407 E 3rd Avenue
• COA833-25: 204 E 4th Avenue

The commission denied the application for 315 E 4th Street (Between the Rivers Historic District) by a 4‑1 vote. It approved the applications for 407 E 3rd Avenue and 204 E 4th Avenue (Both in the Between the Rivers Historic District) each by a 5‑0 vote. The meeting agenda and May 2025 minutes were also approved by common consent.

• Denied 315 E 4th St application (4-1)
• Approved 407 E 3rd Ave application (5-0)
• Approved 204 E 4th Ave application (5-0)
• Approved June 2025 agenda by common consent
• Approved May 2025 minutes by common consent

Alcohol Control Commission

The Alcohol Control Commission will review requests for beer package and pouring licenses at four different locations. The body will also review the police report and minutes from the May 19 meeting.

• Beer Package License request for Fastlane Fuel and Market, 1928 Shorter Ave.
• Beer Package License request for Food Mart, 2000 N. Broad St
• Beer Package License request for 101 Food Mart Inc., 1416 N Broad St. Unit B
• Beer and Wine Pouring License request for The Best, 613 Shorter Ave.

The Alcohol Control Commission approved a beer and wine pouring license for The Best at 613 Shorter Ave. The commission also approved a beer package license for Food Mart at 2000 N Broad St, pending final inspection. Requests for beer package licenses at Fastlane Fuel and Market and 101 Food Mart Inc. were tabled. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved beer and wine pouring license for The Best, 613 Shorter Ave (unanimous)
• Approved beer package license for Food Mart, 2000 N Broad St (unanimous, subject to final inspection)
• Tabled beer package license request for Fastlane Fuel and Market, 1928 Shorter Ave (unanimous)
• Tabled beer package license request for 101 Food Mart Inc., 1416 N Broad St Unit B (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of May 19, 2025 with correction (unanimous)

City Commission

The City Commission will meet to discuss board appointments and a resolution regarding septic haulers. The agenda also includes announcements for holiday office closures and upcoming committee meeting dates.

• Resolution regarding Septic Haulers
• Appointment of Monica Sheppard to the Historic Preservation Commission
• Appointment of Phil Wade to the Parks and Recreation Authority
• Juneteenth proclamation
• Office closures for Juneteenth (June 19) and Independence Day (July 4)

The Rome City Commission unanimously adopted a resolution raising septic hauler fees, with Kingston Park Utilities increasing from $450 to $600 and other haulers from $125 to $175, effective October 1, 2025. Commissioners also unanimously appointed Monica Sheppard to the Historic Preservation Commission and Rev. Phil Wade as the city representative on the Rome/Floyd Parks and Recreation Authority. The commission approved the June 9 meeting minutes and set city office closures for Juneteenth (June 19) and Independence Day (July 4) with adjusted waste‑collection schedules.

• Adopted Septic Haulers Fee Resolution (unanimous)
• Appointed Monica Sheppard to Historic Preservation Commission (unanimous)
• Appointed Rev. Phil Wade as City Representative on Rome/Floyd Parks and Recreation Authority (unanimous)
• Approved June 9, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous consent)
• Set city office closures for Juneteenth (June 19) and Independence Day (July 4) with schedule changes (decision recorded)

Water & Sewer Committee

The Water & Sewer Committee will meet to approve previous minutes and review a financial report. The body will also receive operational updates regarding water and sewer services.

• Review and approval of April 3, 2025, minutes
• Financial report presented by Rhinehart
• Water update presented by Boyd
• Sewer update presented by Boyd and Hill

The Water & Sewer Committee approved the minutes from the April 3 meeting. It authorized Archer Western to direct‑negotiate with vendors on the city's behalf. The committee adopted a new septage receiving rate of $175 per load effective Oct 1 2025. It also decided not to provide any subsidies for the new residential subdivision’s water and sewer upgrades.

• Approved minutes from the April 3 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved allowing Archer Western to direct‑negotiate with vendors (unanimous)
• Approved new septage receiving rate of $175 per load, effective Oct 1 2025 (unanimous)
• Decided not to provide subsidies for the Armuchee subdivision water/sewer upgrades

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will meet to approve May 2025 minutes and financial reports. The board will also receive updates on First Friday, Rotary Plaza, and the Sidewalk Extravaganza.

• Approval of May 2025 Minutes
• Approval of Financials
• First Friday Update
• Rotary Plaza
• Sidewalk Extravaganza

The Downtown Development Authority board met on June 12, 2025. The board approved the May 2025 meeting minutes and the financial report, with motions made by Duncan and Watters, seconded by Rickman and Duncan, and all members voting in favor. The remainder of the meeting consisted of updates on the BID, Rotary Plaza, sidewalk project, and upcoming events.

• Approved May 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved financials (unanimous)

Public Works / Traffic / Transit Committee

The Public Works, Traffic, and Transit committees are meeting to discuss several temporary road closures and traffic concerns. The body will also review transit route studies and pump track updates.

• Request to close a portion of River Avenue on September 28th for Porchfest
• Request to close a portion of North Broad Street Extension
• Request to close a portion of East 4th Street
• Discussion of Hampton Preserve traffic issues
• Transit route study updates

The committee approved a temporary closure of River Avenue at E 6th Street for a September 28 Porchfest fundraiser. It also approved a permanent 216‑ft closure of North Broad Street Extension, contingent on the city not having to purchase property. The request to close a portion of E 4th Street was tabled for next month. Commissioners approved a $372,000 contract to build a pump track and a motion for the Public Works Director to negotiate reduced lighting costs with Georgia Power while adding crosswalk signage before considering speed tables.

• Approved temporary River Avenue closure for Porchfest (motion carried)
• Approved permanent 216‑ft North Broad Street Extension closure, contingent on no property purchase (motion carried)
• Tabled request to close portion of E 4th Street (motion postponed)
• Approved motion to discuss minimizing lighting with Georgia Power and add crosswalk signage before speed tables (motion carried)
• Approved $372,000 pump track construction contract (motion carried)

City Commission

The City Commission will meet to discuss a resolution regarding a moratorium on gas and convenience stores. The body is also scheduled to review a 2024 budget revision.

• Resolution for a moratorium on gas and convenience stores
• Approval of 2024 Budget Revision

The commission approved the May 25 minutes by unanimous consent. It adopted a resolution imposing a six‑month moratorium on new gas stations, convenience stores, and food marts, with a unanimous vote. The commission also referred one annexation and four rezoning items back to the Planning Commission unanimously. Finally, the 2024 budget revisions were adopted unanimously.

• Approved May 25 minutes (unanimous consent)
• Adopted six-month moratorium on gas stations, convenience stores, food marts (unanimous)
• Referred one annexation and four rezoning items back to Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Adopted 2024 budget revisions as needed (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Rome/Floyd Planning Commission will review several rezoning applications for properties in both the city and county. The body will also hold a discussion regarding gas stations and convenience stores.

• Z25-06-02 and Z25-06-03: Rezone 3940 Morton Bend Rd. from Agricultural Residential to Heavy Industrial
• Z25-06-01: Rezone 754 Pleasant Valley Rd SE from Multifamily Residential to Suburban Residential
• Z25-06-06: Rezone properties including 406 E 20th St. and 512 Cedar Ave. from High Density Traditional Residential to Heavy Industrial
• A25-06-07: Annexation request for 0 Cedartown Hwy.
• Z25-06-08: Rezone 0 Cedartown Rd. and 0 Cedartown Hwy. from Light Industrial to Community Commercial

The commission approved several rezoning requests, including a suburban residential change for Pleasant Valley Rd and multiple high‑density residential changes on Cedar Ave. It denied the request to rezone Cedar Ave properties to heavy industrial by a 6‑1 vote. An annexation of Cedartown Hwy and a conditional community‑commercial rezoning were also approved. The agenda was modified and the May 1 minutes were approved by common consent.

• Approved rezoning of 754 Pleasant Valley Rd SE to Suburban Residential (7-0)
• Denied rezoning of Cedar Ave properties to Heavy Industrial (6-1)
• Approved annexation of 0 Cedartown Hwy (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of Cedartown Rd/Hwy to Community Commercial, no COAMs allowed (6-1)
• Approved rezoning of 408 Cedar Ave to High Density Traditional Residential (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of 412 Cedar Ave to High Density Traditional Residential (7-0)
• Modified agenda to remove cases Z25-06-02 and Z25-06-03 (common consent)
• Approved minutes from May 1, 2025 meeting (common consent)

Land Bank Authority

The Rome-Floyd County Land Bank Authority will review and approve a new build plan and a partnership with Community Development regarding the HOME Trust Fund. The body will also review applications during an executive session.

• Review and approval of next new build plan, cost of values, and contract
• Review and approval of HOME Trust Fund plan and Community Development partnership
• Review of applications in executive session
• Update on 1832 Wax Rd

The board approved a partnership with the City of Rome to use $822,551 of HOME Trust Fund program income to build four affordable homes between August 2025 and August 2027. It also approved new single‑family homes at 115 and 117 E Boundary Street and a $155,702 contract with Pro‑Active Contractors. The board conditionally accepted a $6,000 offer for 100 Couper Street, requiring a single‑family home or returning the lot to market. Finally, it approved the sale of 0 Hardy Avenue to Kira and Shantria Finley for $2,000.

• Approved partnership with City to use $822,551 HOME funds for four affordable homes (motion carried)
• Approved new builds at 115 & 117 E Boundary Street and contract with Pro‑Active Contractors ($155,702) (motion carried)
• Accepted $6,000 offer for 100 Couper Street only if single‑family home built; otherwise re‑list (motion carried)
• Approved purchase of 0 Hardy Avenue (Parcel I14Z040) by Kira and Shantria Finley for $2,000 (motion carried)

Tree Board

The City of Rome Tree Board will meet to review previous minutes and reports. The board is scheduled to discuss assessment findings regarding a tree located at 301 East 5th Avenue.

• Assessment findings for tree at 301 East 5th Avenue

The board first decided to conduct an on‑site evaluation of the maple tree before making a final recommendation. After reviewing expert assessments, the board agreed the tree is hazardous and will be removed. The board also directed the Street Department to obtain quotes from local contractors to carry out the removal, aiming to complete the work within a week.

• Conduct on‑site evaluation of 301 East 5th Ave tree before final decision
• Board agreed tree is hazardous and approved its removal
• Board directed obtaining contractor quotes for tree removal
• Removal process to begin immediately, with completion targeted within a week

Community Redevelopment Committee

The committee will meet to approve the CDBG budget and discuss a HOME Trust Fund build in partnership with the Land Bank. Members will also receive updates on Banty Jones Park, homeless housing, and athletic facilities.

• Approval of CDBG Budget
• Discussion of HOME Trust Fund Build in partnership with the Land Bank
• TAD Application
• Update on Banty Jones Park
• Update on Homeless Housing

The committee advanced the $500,000 Tax Allocation District application for a mixed‑use redevelopment at 258 North Fifth Avenue, with the motion passing unanimously. It also approved the Home Trust Fund Housing Initiative, authorizing $822,000 in program income for affordable single‑family homes, again unanimously. The proposed 2025 Community Development Block Grant budget, including $208,859 for Banty Jones Park improvements, was approved unanimously. No other actions were taken.

• Advance TAD application for 258 North Fifth Ave ($500,000 request) – approved unanimously
• Approve Home Trust Fund Housing Initiative ($822,000 program income) – approved unanimously
• Approve 2025 CDBG budget ($418,859 total) – approved unanimously
• Allocate $208,859 for Banty Jones Park improvements – approved unanimously

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to discuss the 2025-26 Rome City Schools Budget. The committee will also review a budget revision from December 2024.

• 2025-26 Rome City Schools Budget presentation
• December 2024 Budget revision presentation
• Approval of April 30, 2025 meeting minutes

The committee approved the minutes from the April 30, 2025 meeting by common consent. A presentation of the Rome City Schools 2025‑26 budget and a review of city revenue and expenditure estimates were discussed. Finance Director Toni Rhinehart outlined several budget revisions for General Fund and special revenue funds. The committee voted unanimously to forward the budget revisions to the full Board of Commissioners at the next meeting.

• Approved minutes from April 30, 2025 meeting (common consent)
• Approved motion to present budget revisions to full Board (unanimous)

City Commission

The Rome City Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on four zoning changes, two annexation requests, and a street closing ordinance. The meeting also includes committee updates and appointments to local boards.

• Street Closing Ordinance for Oakdene
• Annexation request for 115 & 117 East Boundary Street
• Special Use Permit for duplex at 35 Heard Street
• Rezoning request for 196 North Avenue from Light Industrial to Community Commercial
• Rezoning request for Nixon Avenue from Duplex Residential to High Density Traditional Residential

The Rome City Commission unanimously approved funding of $240,000 for a new City Ambassador Program and $55,000 to replace a police vehicle. It also adopted a street‑closing ordinance for the Oakdene subdivision, approved several annexations, special‑use permits and rezoning requests, and appointed city representatives to regional authorities. All actions were taken with unanimous or majority votes as recorded.

• Adopted Oakdene street closing ordinance (approved, 5‑yes, 2 abstain)
• Approved annexation of 115 & 117 East Boundary Street (unanimous)
• Approved special use permit for duplex at 35 Heard Street with off‑site parking (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 196 North Avenue to Community Commercial (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of Nixon Avenue to High Density Traditional Residential (unanimous)
• Appointed Corey Townsend to Northwest Georgia Housing Authority and Collin Doss to Parks & Recreation Authority (unanimous)
• Approved $240,000 for City Ambassador Program and $55,000 for police car replacement (unanimous)

Technical Coordinating Committee (TCC)

The Rome-Floyd Metropolitan Planning Organization’s Technical Coordinating Committee will decide whether to add two projects to the 2024–2027 Transportation Improvement Program: a bypass extension and a network of electric-vehicle charging stations. Members will also hear updates on the long-range transportation plan, including community-input themes on congestion, transit, and growth tied to the new SK-Hyundai plant.

• Adopt PI 662420 (SE Rome Bypass from SR 101NE to US 411, including interchange) into the 2024-2027 TIP
• Adopt PI 0020350 (Deployment of EV Charging stations) into the 2024-2027 TIP
• SR 101/2nd Ave Widening and Reconstruction (27% complete, target 10/15/26)
• SR 101 @ 12th Street roundabout design (preliminary phase, concept report due 6/16/25)
• Pedestrian upgrades at 19 locations in Floyd County (anticipated let 8/15/26)

The Technical Coordinating Committee adopted Project Identifier 662420 (SE Rome Bypass from SR 101NE to US 411) into the 2024‑2027 Transportation Improvement Program. It also adopted Project Identifier 0020350 (deployment of EV charging stations) into the same TIP. Both items were recommended by TCC and approved by the Transportation Policy Committee, though no vote tallies were recorded. No other substantive decisions were made at this meeting.

• Adopted SE Rome Bypass PI 662420 into 2024‑2027 TIP (approved)
• Adopted EV charging deployment PI 0020350 into 2024‑2027 TIP (approved)

Transportation Policy Committee (TPC)

The Rome-Floyd MPO Transportation Policy Committee will decide whether to adopt two projects into the 2024-2027 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP): the SE Rome Bypass (PI 662420) and EV charging station deployment (PI 0020350). The meeting will also review engagement takeaways from recent community input on transportation priorities, including system reliability, congestion, and pedestrian infrastructure, and hear Georgia DOT’s request for input on future population and workforce distribution forecasts.

• Adopt SE Rome Bypass (PI 662420) into 2024-2027 TIP
• Adopt EV charging station deployment (PI 0020350) into 2024-2027 TIP
• Review community input themes: congestion, transit, bike/pedestrian needs, and growth impacts
• Provide input on GDOT’s 2050 population and workforce distribution forecasts
• Update on SR 101/2nd Ave widening (27% complete, target Oct 2026) and SR 101 @ 12th St roundabout (preliminary design) projects

The Transportation Policy Committee adopted Project Identifier 662420 for the SE Rome Bypass into the 2024‑2027 Transportation Improvement Program. The committee also adopted Project Identifier 0020350 for deployment of electric‑vehicle charging stations into the same TIP. Both items were recommended by the Transportation Coordination Committee and approved by the TPC.

• Adopted SE Rome Bypass (PI 662420) into the 2024‑2027 TIP
• Adopted EV Charging stations (PI 0020350) into the 2024‑2027 TIP

Historic Preservation Commission

The Rome Historic Preservation Commission will hold its May 21, 2025 meeting to conduct procedural business and hear three applications for Certificates of Appropriateness in the Avenue A Historic District. The meeting includes standard agenda items such as quorum determination, officer nominations, and approval of past minutes.

• COA828-30 at 724 Ave. A in the Avenue A Historic District

The commission elected Sam Moss as Chairperson and Julie Waguespack as Vice Chairperson, each by unanimous 4‑0 votes. The May 2025 agenda and the November 2024 minutes were approved by common consent. The COA830‑25 724 Avenue A Historic District application was approved as submitted with a unanimous 4‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned by common consent.

• Elected Sam Moss as Chairperson (unanimous 4‑0)
• Elected Julie Waguespack as Vice Chairperson (unanimous 4‑0)
• Approved May 2025 agenda by common consent
• Approved November 2024 minutes by common consent
• Approved 724 Avenue A Historic District application as submitted (unanimous 4‑0)
• Adjourned meeting by common consent

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will meet to review monthly reports from Animal Control, Emergency Management, 911, Fire, and Police. The committee will also discuss the Downtown Bicycle Ambassador.

• Downtown Bicycle Ambassador discussion
• Animal Control monthly report
• Emergency Management monthly report
• 911 monthly report
• Fire and Police monthly reports

The Public Safety Committee approved, by unanimous vote, a motion to present the City of Rome Bicycle Ambassador Program proposal to the full commission. The minutes of the previous meeting were approved by common consent. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Unanimous vote to present Bicycle Ambassador Program to full commission
• Minutes of previous meeting approved by common consent

Tree Board

The City of Rome Tree Board will meet to review reports from city, county, and state agencies. The board will discuss a tree removal request for 301 E 5th Ave and storm damage replacement at the arboretum.

• Tree removal request for 301 E 5th Ave
• Arboretum storm damage and tree replacement
• Northwest Georgia Housing Authority Community Garden Installation (April 29)
• Master Gardeners Class at Chieftains Museum (June 7)

Alcohol Control Commission

The Rome, Georgia Alcohol Control Commission will decide on six new alcohol license applications at its May 19, 2025 meeting. It will also consider extending an existing license for Peachy Pub and hear alcohol service permit appeals. The meeting is procedural with no major policy decisions.

• Extend Beer, Wine & Liquor Pouring License for Peachy Pub, 325 Broad St. (originally approved Sept. 16, 2024)
• New Beer and Wine Package License for Quick Quest, 407 N Division St. (applicant: Tejas P Patel)
• New Beer Package License for Food Mart, 2000 N Broad St. (applicant: Simerjit Kaur)
• New Beer Package License for 1808 FFO Mart LLC, 1808 Dean St. (applicant: Eelesa Kim Stroud)
• New Beer Package License for Garden Lakes Food & Beverage, 2022 Redmond Cir. Ste. B (applicant: Hansabahen Indrasi Kosamia)

The Alcohol Control Commission extended the beer, wine and liquor pouring license for Peachy Pub at 325 Broad Street. It approved new beer package licenses for Quick Quest, 1808 Food Mart LLC, Garden Lakes Food & Beverage, and 1439 North Broad Street, each subject to final city approvals. The commission also approved alcohol sales permits for Angelica Brown, Rebecca Ferren, and Samantha Delgado. Requests for a beer package license at 2000 N Broad Street and at 101 Food Mart were tabled.

• Approved extension of Peachy Pub beer, wine & liquor license (unanimous)
• Approved new beer package license for Quick Quest, 407 N Division St (subject to final inspection) (unanimous)
• Approved beer package license for 1808 Food Mart LLC, 1808 Dean Ave (subject to final approvals) (unanimous)
• Approved beer package license for Garden Lakes Food & Beverage, 2022 Redmond Circle Ste B (subject to final approvals) (unanimous)
• Approved beer package license for 1439 North Broad Street (subject to required documents) (unanimous)
• Approved alcohol sales permit for Angelica Brown (unanimous)
• Approved alcohol sales permit for Rebecca Ferren (unanimous)
• Approved alcohol sales permit for Samantha Delgado (unanimous)

Board of Adjustments

The Board of Adjustments will meet to consider a variance application for a property in Rome. The board will determine if the requested setback reduction is permissible under current zoning laws.

• Variance application BOA25-05-01 for 9 Wilkerson Rd. to reduce southeastern rear setback from 25’ to 15’

The Board approved the minutes from the April 2025 meeting and the agenda by common consent. It granted variance BOA25-05-01 for 9 Wilkerson Rd, reducing the southeastern rear setback from 25 ft to 15 ft, with a 5‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned by common consent at 2:40 p.m.

• Approved April 2025 meeting minutes (common consent)
• Approved meeting agenda (common consent)
• Approved variance BOA25-05-01, rear setback reduced to 15 ft (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (common consent)

City Commission

The Rome City Commission will hold first readings on several land-use items: annexation of two properties on East Boundary Street, a special use permit for a duplex on Heard Street, and rezoning of properties on North Avenue and Nixon Avenue. A second reading will be held for a hazardous materials ordinance. The commission will also recognize Salvation Army Week, Law Enforcement Memorial Week, and BRIDGE Academy graduates, and approve first-quarter recycling shortfall invoices.

• First reading of street closing ordinance for Oakdene
• First reading to annex 115 & 117 East Boundary Street (suburban residential, no change)
• First reading of special use permit for a duplex at 35 Heard Street (high-density traditional residential)
• First reading to rezone 196 North Avenue from Light Industrial to Community Commercial
• Second reading of Hazardous Materials Ordinance

The commission unanimously adopted the hazardous materials ordinance, allowing the fire department to recoup certain expenses. They also approved a $63,679.74 payment to cover the first‑quarter deficit of the Rome/Floyd Recycling Center, with an equal contribution from the Solid Waste Commission. The minutes from the April 28, 2025 meeting were approved by unanimous consent. Annexation, special‑use permit and rezoning proposals were presented for first reading and will be scheduled for a public hearing and vote on May 27.

• Adopted hazardous materials ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved $63,679.74 payment for recycling center deficit (unanimous)
• Approved April 28, 2025 minutes (unanimous consent)
• Presented annexation, SUP and rezoning proposals for first reading (to be voted May 27)

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will vote on approving May 2025 minutes and financials. Action items include a façade grant for 411 Broad Street, a new parking fines structure, and proposed changes to Business Improvement District (BID) boundaries. The board will also discuss other matters.

• Approve May 2025 minutes
• Approve financials
• Façade grant approval for 411 Broad Street
• Parking fines structure decision
• BID boundaries discussion

The Downtown Development Authority board approved the April 2025 meeting minutes with all members in favor. It also approved a $2,000 façade grant for King of Clubhouse Rome LLC at 411 Broad to repair and repaint the building. Parking fine proposals and a motion on BID boundaries were discussed, but no votes were recorded. The meeting adjourned at 9:44 a.m.

• Approved April 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $2,000 façade grant for 411 Broad (unanimous)

Land Bank Authority

The Rome-Floyd County Land Bank Authority will hold an executive session to review a real estate offer, 14 applications for 9 properties, and recommendations for new builds. Following the closed session, the board will vote to approve or ratify the offer, approve applications, and finalize a plan for the next new builds. An update on 1832 Wax Road is also scheduled.

• Executive session to review a property real estate offer
• Review of 14 applications for 9 properties
• Recommendation and approval of next new build plan
• Action items to approve/ratify real estate offer and application approvals
• Update on 1832 Wax Road

The Land Bank Authority approved a series of property sales, beginning with the ratification of a $200,000 offer for 604 Pennington Avenue. Additional approvals included purchases of parcels on Couper Street, Southern Street, Gordon Street, Blanche Avenue, Wadsworth Street, and Smith Street, each with specific development stipulations. All motions carried as recorded in the minutes.

• Approved $200,000 sale of 604 Pennington Avenue (unanimous vote)
• Approved $6,000 purchase of 100 Couper Street by Mossy Ridge Real Estate, LLC (must build single‑family home)
• Approved $10,000 purchase of 0 Southern Street by Froylan Castrejon
• Approved $500 purchase of 1501 Gordon Street by S&C Co, LLC (must clear and maintain lot)
• Approved $5,000 purchase of 8 S Blanche Avenue by S&C Co, LLC (must build single‑family home)
• Approved $5,000 purchase of 29 S Blanche Avenue by S&C Co, LLC (must build single‑family home)
• Approved $2,500 purchase of 120A Wadsworth Street by Derricus Haselrig
• Approved $1,500 purchase of 0 Smith Street by Tracy Lin (must build single‑family home)

Planning Commission

The Rome/Floyd Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on multiple rezoning and special use permit requests, including a heavy industrial rezoning at Vann Drive. The commission will also consider a Christian retreat special use permit, a restaurant special use, and a city annexation. These requests will later go to the Floyd County Commission or Rome City Commission for final action.

• Rezone 156 Vann Drive and adjacent parcels from Suburban Residential to Heavy Industrial
• Special Use Permit for a Christian retreat at 0 Smith Rd. and 595 Smith Rd.
• Rezone and Special Use Permit for a restaurant (not fast food) at 2045 Morrison Campground Rd.
• Rezone 196 North Ave. from Light Industrial to Community Commercial
• Annexation of 115 and 117 E. Boundary St. into the city

The commission approved the rezoning of 156 Vann Drive and adjacent parcels from Suburban Residential to Heavy Industrial for a data center, adding lighting, sound, and buffer conditions, with a 5‑2 vote. It denied a rezoning and special‑use permit for 2045 Morrison Campground Rd. It approved several other rezoning, special‑use, and annexation requests, each passing unanimously.

• Approved rezoning Z25-05-07 (156 Vann Dr area) to Heavy Industrial with conditions, vote 5-2
• Denied rezoning and special‑use permit SUP25-02-04 (2045 Morrison Campground Rd.), vote 7-0
• Approved rezoning Z25-05-02 (68 Pierce Hill Rd.) to Suburban Residential, vote 7-0
• Approved rezoning Z25-05-03 (4729 Alabama Hwy) to Community Commercial, vote 7-0
• Approved rezoning Z25-05-01 (196 North Ave.) to Community Commercial with gas‑station restriction, vote 7-0
• Approved special‑use permit SUP25-05-04 (35 Heard St) for a duplex, vote 7-0
• Approved annexation A25-05-05 (115 & 117 E. Boundary St) into city limits, vote 7-0
• Approved rezoning Z25-05-06 (0 Nixon Ave.) to High‑Density Traditional Residential, vote 7-0

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider a police capital request funded by Redspeed funds, review unaudited December 2024 financial statements, and approve minutes from the March 26 and April 22, 2025 meetings. No specific dollar amounts are provided in the agenda.

• Approve minutes from March 26, 2025 and April 22, 2025 meetings
• Police capital request using Redspeed funds (amount not specified)
• Review of unaudited December 2024 financial statements

The committee approved the March 26 and April 22 meeting minutes by common consent. A motion was made and seconded to approve the Rome Police Department’s request to use Red Speed funds for a $44,380 vehicle replacement, with the request to be forwarded to the full City Commission for a vote. The next Finance Committee meeting was scheduled for May 28 at 8:30 a.m.

• Approved March 26 and April 22 minutes by common consent
• Motion to approve $44,380 police vehicle purchase using Red Speed funds was made and seconded; to be presented to full City Commission
• Scheduled next Finance Committee meeting for May 28 at 8:30 a.m.

General Administration Committee

The General Administration Committee will meet to discuss the Stonebridge irrigation system. No other business items are listed for this meeting.

• Discussion regarding Stonebridge irrigation system

The committee approved moving forward with the replacement of the Stonebridge irrigation system. The Finance Director reported a selected bid costing around $2,700,0000 and said the project will be funded by a lease purchase. The motion was made by Commissioner Robinson, seconded by Commissioner Quick, and passed unanimously.

• Approved move forward with Stonebridge irrigation project (unanimous)

City Commission

The City Commission will discuss the 2025 estimated ad valorem tax mill rate and a new hazardous materials ordinance. The body will also hold public hearings on two property annexation requests.

• 2025 Estimated Ad Valorem Tax Mill Rate resolution
• First reading of the Hazardous Materials Ordinance
• Public hearing for annexation of 500 Elliott Drive, NW
• Public hearing for annexation of 2705 Garden Lakes Blvd
• Alcohol Control Commission penalty recommendation for Party Time Beverages at 2792C Martha Berry Blvd

The City Commission unanimously adopted an estimated 2025 tax mill rate totaling 27.05 mills. It also unanimously approved the annexation of 500 Elliott Drive and 2705 Garden Lakes Blvd, both retaining Suburban Residential zoning. The commission voted to impose no monetary penalty and no license suspension on Party Time Beverages after the Alcohol Control Commission recommendation. Minutes from the April 14 meeting were approved by unanimous consent.

• Adopted estimated 2025 tax mill rate (27.05 mills total) – unanimous vote
• Approved annexation of 500 Elliott Drive, Suburban Residential – unanimous vote
• Approved annexation of 2705 Garden Lakes Blvd, Suburban Residential – unanimous vote
• Amended Party Time Beverages penalty to no monetary fine and no license suspension – unanimous vote
• Approved minutes of the April 14, 2025 meeting – unanimous consent

Rome-Floyd Solid Waste Commission

The Commission will meet to elect officers and confirm the 2025 meeting schedule. The agenda includes operational and financial reports for the Walker Mountain Landfill and the recycling center.

• Election of officers
• Confirmation of 2025 meeting schedule
• Recycling center February event recap and YTD totals
• Walker Mountain Landfill operations and financial reports

The Solid Waste Commission appointed Scotty Hancock as chairman and Randy Quick as vice‑chair by common consent. The minutes from the prior meeting were approved by common consent. Commissioners agreed to hold a separate budget meeting in November. Staff were instructed to schedule a meeting to discuss recycling‑center costs before presenting to city and county commissions.

• Appointed Scotty Hancock as Chairman (approved by common consent)
• Appointed Randy Quick as Vice‑Chair (approved by common consent)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (common consent)
• Agreed to hold a budget meeting in November
• Directed staff to schedule a meeting on recycling‑center costs

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will hold a called meeting to discuss the estimated millage rate for 2025. This rate determines property tax calculations for the year. No votes or decisions are scheduled; it is a discussion only.

• Discussion of the 2025 estimated millage rate

The committee discussed the requirement to estimate a millage rate under House Bill 581. Commissioner Wayne Robinson moved to bring the issue before the full City Commission at its April 28 meeting, and Commissioner Randy Quick seconded the motion. No vote tally was recorded. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Motion to refer House Bill 581 millage estimate discussion to full Commission (motion made and seconded)

Alcohol Control Commission

The Alcohol Control Commission will consider extending a beer, wine, and liquor package license for Cherokee Valley LLC (Sunil Mittal) at Riverside Parkway and Riverside Industrial, originally approved in 2023. The commission will also consider three new license requests: a beer and wine package license for Royal Express, a beer and wine package license for Crawdaddy’s Provisions, and a beer and wine pouring and entertainment license for Cecil T’s Mercantile. Additionally, the commission will hold hearings for two establishments cited for selling alcohol to a person under 21, and discuss the food/drink ratio at The Foundry on 5th.

• Extension of beer/wine/liquor license for Cherokee Valley LLC at Riverside Parkway and Riverside Industrial
• New beer and wine package license for Royal Express at 5 Riverbend Dr.
• New beer and wine package license for Crawdaddy’s Provisions at 300 N. 5th Ave.
• New beer and wine pouring and entertainment license for Cecil T’s Mercantile at 7 Broad Street
• License hearings for Party Time Beverages and Chevron Express for underage sales

The commission approved extensions and new beer‑wine‑liquor licenses for four businesses, all by unanimous vote. It recommended a $2,000 monetary penalty and a 30‑day suspension of the license for Party Time Beverages, with the suspension ending after an ID scanner is installed. The commission also approved issuing a letter of warning to Chevron Express for its underage sale violation.

• Approved extension of license for 11 Cherokee Valley LLC (unanimous)
• Approved new beer‑wine license for Royal Express, 5 Riverbend Drive (unanimous)
• Approved new beer‑wine license for Crawdaddy’s Provisions, 300 N. 5th Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved new beer‑wine pouring license for Cecil T’s Mercantile, 7 Broad Street (unanimous)
• Recommended $2,000 penalty and 30‑day license suspension for Party Time Beverages (YES: VanMeter, McMichael, Phipps; ABSTAIN: Shepard)
• Approved letter of warning to Chevron Express, 507 Turner McCall Blvd. (YES: McMichael, Phipps, Shepard; NO: VanMeter)

Board of Adjustments

The Board of Adjustments will hear four variance applications to reduce front, side, and rear setback requirements on properties zoned Community Commercial and Suburban Residential. The board will vote on each request after public comment.

• BOA25-04-04: 0 N Broad St – reduce front setback from 20’ to 10’ and landscape strip from 20’ to 10’ (C-C zoning).
• BOA25-04-05: 44 Carter Ave – reduce side setback from 30’ to 15’ and rear setback from 30’ to 15’ (C-C zoning).
• BOA25-04-01: 4 Summer Club Blvd – reduce front setback from 25’ to 18’ (S-R zoning).
• BOA25-04-02: 0 Busby Dr (Longbrooke Subdivision) – reduce front setback from 25’ to 20’ (S-R zoning).

The Board approved the March 2025 meeting minutes and the agenda by common consent. It denied the variance request for 0 N Broad St. to reduce front setbacks and landscape strips, voting 5-0. It approved three other variance applications—44 Carter Ave., 4 Summer Club Blvd., and 0 Busby Dr.—each with conditions, all voting 5-0.

• Approved March 2025 meeting minutes (common consent)
• Approved meeting agenda (common consent)
• Denied BOA25-04-04 variance for 0 N Broad St.; vote 5-0
• Approved BOA25-04-05 variance for 44 Carter Ave. with side/rear limits; vote 5-0
• Approved BOA25-04-01 variance for 4 Summer Club Blvd. with lot‑one limitation; vote 5-0
• Approved BOA25-04-02 variance for 0 Busby Dr. with front‑setback limitation; vote 5-0
• Adjourned meeting at 4:09 PM (common consent)

City Commission

The Rome City Commission will hold first readings on annexing two properties (500 Elliott Drive and 2705 Garden Lakes Blvd) into the city with suburban residential zoning, and a second reading of a Spay/Neuter/Chip Mandate Ordinance. The agenda also includes proclamations for Child Abuse Prevention Month and National Crime Victims’ Rights Week, appointments to boards, and recognition of police and fire departments.

• First reading of annexation for 500 Elliott Drive, NW (tax parcel H12Y225) with no zoning change
• First reading of annexation for 2705 Garden Lakes Blvd (tax parcel H12Y746) with no zoning change
• Second reading of Spay/Neuter/Chip Mandate Ordinance
• Proclamations for Child Abuse Prevention Month and National Crime Victims’ Rights Week
• Appointment of Brian Bojo to Northwest Georgia Housing Authority and David Williams to Board of Adjustments

The commission voted unanimously to amend the Animal Control Ordinance to require spaying, neutering, and microchipping of pets. A motion to reaffirm existing city appointment policies was approved with a 5‑3‑1 vote. The commission also approved appointments to two city boards and a groundwater monitoring contract, and placed two annexation requests on first reading.

• Adopted Animal Control Ordinance amendment imposing spay/neuter/chip mandate (unanimous)
• Reaffirmed city appointment policies (YES 5, NO 3, ABSTAIN 1)
• Appointed Brian Bojo as City Representative on the Housing Authority of Northwest Georgia (approved, 6‑0‑2 abstain)
• Appointed David Williams as City Representative on the Unified Land Development Code Board of Adjustments (unanimous)
• Approved $83,233 groundwater monitoring contract with Atlantic Coast Consulting (unanimous)
• Placed annexation request A25-04-01 (500 Elliott Drive) on first reading (Planning Commission 10‑0 recommendation)
• Placed annexation request A25-04-02 (2705 Garden Lakes Blvd) on first reading (Planning Commission 10‑0 recommendation)

City Commission

This is a special called meeting with only procedural items: call to order, a confidential executive session regarding real estate, and adjournment. No public decisions or discussions are scheduled.

The commission voted unanimously to authorize the City of Rome to execute an option to purchase about 2.6 acres at Riverside Parkway NE and Riverside Industrial Park. The purchase price is $2.1 million with $50,000 earnest money and a 45‑day due‑diligence period. The land will be used for a new police department, funded through the 2023 Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax referendum. No other actions were taken.

• Entered executive session to discuss a real‑estate matter (unanimous)
• Authorized $2.1M property purchase for new police department (unanimous)

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will consider approving March minutes and financials, and vote on façade grant applications. Discussion items include updates on the BID meeting, parking, a board member agreement, and an open house.

• Approve March 2025 minutes
• Approve financials
• Façade grant approvals
• Parking update discussion
• Board member agreement discussion

The Downtown Development Authority board unanimously approved the March 2025 meeting minutes and the current financial statements. It also approved four façade improvement grants: $3,000 for 421 Broad St., $5,000 for 300 N. 5th Avenue, $12,500 for 306 Tribune, and $400 for 122 Broad St. All motions passed with all members in favor.

• Approved March 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved financial statements (unanimous)
• Approved $3,000 façade grant for 421 Broad St. (unanimous)
• Approved $5,000 façade grant for 300 N. 5th Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved $12,500 façade grant for 306 Tribune (unanimous)
• Approved $400 façade grant for 122 Broad St (unanimous)

Public Works / Traffic / Transit Committee

The committee will consider a request from Seven Hills Fellowship Church to close a portion of East 6th Avenue on April 20. They will also discuss transit fare updates, a transit route and feasibility study, and transit financials. Other items include a non-compliant handicapped ramp, a DUI report, and trail updates including the Pump Track.

• Seven Hills Fellowship Church request to close portion of E6th Ave on April 20
• Discussion of transit fare updates
• Transit route and feasibility study
• Non-compliant handicapped ramp
• Accident/DUI report

The committee voted to approve Seven Hills Fellowship Church’s request to close a portion of E‑6th Avenue on April 20 from 7:30 am to 11:30 am. It also approved DDA‑requested road closures for the ROFLO event, First Friday Concerts, and Fiddlin’ Fest on the specified dates and blocks. Staff reported that a non‑compliant handicapped ramp on 424 Broad Street will be removed and grant options will be explored. Transit fare collection for March generated $4,500 in revenue.

• Approved Seven Hills Fellowship Church road closure on E‑6th Ave, April 20 7:30‑11:30 am (motion carried)
• Approved DDA road closures for ROFLO (May 3), First Friday Concerts (June 6, July 11, Aug 1, Sep 5), and Fiddlin’ Fest (Oct 18) on designated Broad St blocks (motion carried)

Planning Commission

The Rome/Floyd Planning Commission is reviewing two annexation requests for city properties and one rezoning request for a county property. These items will proceed to public hearings before the City and County Commissions in April.

• Annexation request for 500 Elliott Dr. NW (A25-04-01)
• Annexation request for 2705 Garden Lakes Blvd. (A25-04-02)
• Rezoning request for 700 Park Ave., Lindale, from High Density Traditional Residential to Community Commercial (Z25-04-03)

The commission approved the annexation of 500 Elliott Dr. NW (A25-04-01) and 2705 Garden Lakes Blvd. (A25-04-02) with votes of 10‑0. It also approved the rezoning of 700 Park Ave., Lindale from High Density Traditional Residential to Community Commercial (Z25-04-03) by a 10‑0 vote. All motions were unanimous.

• Approved annexation of 500 Elliott Dr. NW (A25-04-01) – vote 10-0
• Approved annexation of 2705 Garden Lakes Blvd. (A25-04-02) – vote 10-0
• Approved rezoning of 700 Park Ave., Lindale to Community Commercial (Z25-04-03) – vote 10-0

Water & Sewer Committee

The Water & Sewer Committee will meet to review the financial report and discuss a sewer update. The body will also review and approve the minutes from the March 12, 2025, meeting.

• Review of March 12, 2025, minutes
• Financial report provided by Rhinehart
• Sewer update provided by Boyd

The Water & Sewer Committee approved the minutes from the March 12 meeting with no corrections. No other actions were taken. Staff reported that the recent sanitary survey found no deficiencies, and a presentation on sewer infrastructure was discussed.

• Approved March 12 meeting minutes

Keep Rome-Floyd Beautiful Committee

The Keep Rome-Floyd Beautiful Board will review past accomplishments, including a 2024 recap, and discuss new business such as the President's Circle Award, upcoming cleanup events, and 2025 goals. They will also hear updates on the Bring One for the Chipper tree recycling program and Arbor Day 2025 plans.

• KRFB awarded the Keep America Beautiful President’s Circle Award
• Bring One for the Chipper tree recycling update
• Greatest American Cleanup 2025 planning
• Northwest Georgia Housing Authority Community Garden Installation on April 25, 2025
• TRED & KRFB joint cleanup on September 22, 2025

The committee reviewed and approved the March 27 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous consent. The session included reports on tree‑planting, student education, garden projects, upcoming volunteer events, and a new Google‑Earth tree‑tracking system, but no additional actions were voted on.

• Approved March 27 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous consent)

Finance Committee

This is a routine meeting with only procedural items: approving minutes from the prior meeting, hosting a guest from the Desoto Theatre (Michelle Picon), and reviewing the February 2025 financial statements. No decisions are expected on the financial review.

• Approve minutes from the February 24, 2025 meeting
• Desoto Theatre guest – Michelle Picon
• Review February 2025 Financial Statements

The Finance Committee approved the minutes from the February 24 meeting by common consent. The committee heard a request from the Historic Desoto Theatre Foundation for a $150,000 pledge over three years, and the chair said the request will be taken to the full City Commission. The Finance Director presented the February 2025 financial statements, noting revenue and expense trends across several funds. No other actions were taken before adjournment.

• Approved February 24 minutes (by common consent)

City Commission

The Rome City Commission will hold a first reading of a Spay/Neuter/Chip Mandate Ordinance and conduct public hearings on two rezoning requests: one for 1 Westlyn Drive from Community Commercial to Suburban Residential (planning commission recommends approval 8–0) and one for Hull Avenue from High Density Residential to Light Industrial (planning commission recommended denial 8–0). The agenda also includes resolutions to rename a section of Vail Parkway NW to Eagle Way NW and to close streets and alleys in Oakdene, as well as various committee appointments and updates.

• First reading of Spay/Neuter/Chip Mandate Ordinance
• Public hearing on rezoning at 1 Westlyn Drive from Community Commercial to Suburban Residential (planning commission recommends approval 8–0)
• Public hearing on rezoning at Hull Avenue and 1908 Hull Avenue from High Density Residential to Light Industrial (planning commission recommended denial 8–0)
• Street renaming from Vail Parkway NW to Eagle Way NW
• Approval of recycling shortfall invoices for 4th quarter and parking deck management agreement terminations for 4th & 6th Avenue

The commission approved a street name change, a street‑closing resolution, and two rezoning actions. It also appointed a new housing‑authority member, funded AED devices, covered a recycling‑center deficit, and ended parking‑deck management agreements. All actions were adopted by the recorded votes.

• Approved street name change from Vail Parkway NW to Eagle Way NW (unanimous)
• Approved closure of portions of River Ave, Coral Ave, Reservation St, Railroad St, James St, Spruce St and an alley in Oakdene Subdivision (YES: Bojo, Brock, Cochran, Beeman, Doss, Quick, Collins; ABSTAIN: Robinson)
• Approved rezoning of 1 Westlyn Drive from Community Commercial to Suburban Residential (unanimous)
• Denied rezoning of 1908 Hull Avenue parcels from High Density Traditional Residential to Light Industrial (unanimous)
• Appointed Ronnie Wallace to a five‑year term on the Housing Authority of NWGA (YES: Bojo, Brock, Cochran, Doss, Quick, Collins, Robinson; ABSTAIN: Beeman)
• Authorized $13,750.72 opioid funding for four AED devices (unanimous)
• Approved payment of $15,481.15 each by City, County, and Solid Waste Commission for 2024 Q4 recycling center deficit (unanimous)
• Terminated management agreements for 4th and 6th Avenue parking decks (unanimous)

Land Bank Authority

The Rome-Floyd County Land Bank Authority will consider approving the 2025 budget, review applications for new housing development in executive session, and take action on a signatory resolution and right of reversion. Updates will be provided on the sale of properties at 411 Superba Ave, 604 Pennington Ave, and 1832 Wax Rd, as well as a grant from the Center for Community Progress for Cave Spring.

• Approval of 2025 LBA Budget
• Executive session to review applications and recommend next new builds
• Action on signatory resolution and ratify right of reversion
• Sale update for 411 Superba Ave
• Center for Community Progress Grant for Cave Spring

The Rome/Floyd Land Bank Authority approved its 2025 budget. It also approved multiple property transactions, annexations, and a comprehensive housing development plan. All motions were carried without recorded vote counts.

• Approved 2025 Land Bank Authority budget (motion carried)
• Approved purchase of 2001 Hull Avenue for $1,000 (motion carried)
• Approved counteroffer to purchase 1501 Gordon Street for $1,000 (motion carried)
• Approved signatory resolution authorizing Chair and Vice Chair to execute documents (motion carried)
• Ratified release of Right of Reversion for 18 Clover Street (motion carried)
• Approved annexation of 115 & 117 E Boundary Street parcels into the City (motion carried)
• Approved housing development plan: two homes at 115/117 E Boundary, Cottage Court planning on E 20th Street, five homes on Line Street/Blacks Bluff, and development at 161 Agnes Street (motion carried)
• Approved sale listings for four parcels at $12,000–$15,000 each and lowered sales price for 604 Pennington Avenue to $223,400 (motion carried)

Board of Adjustments

The Board of Adjustments will consider four requests for variances regarding setbacks, landscaping, and parking requirements. These decisions determine if specific properties can deviate from standard zoning codes.

• BOA25-03-01: Request to reduce front and rear setbacks at 1408 Gordon Ave.
• BOA25-03-02: Request to reduce front setback from 10’ to 6’ at 4590 Alabama Hwy.
• BOA25-03-03: Request to reduce parking requirement to 0 at 0 Coker Dr.
• BOA25-03-04: Request to reduce front landscape buffer from 20’ to 5’ at 1818 Dean Ave.

The Board approved the February 2025 meeting minutes and the agenda after removing a withdrawn application. It denied the setback variance for 4590 Alabama Hwy (4‑0). It approved the parking reduction request for 0 Coker Dr. (4‑0) and approved the landscape buffer reduction for 1818 Dean Ave. with conditions (5‑0). The meeting was adjourned by common consent.

• Approved February 2025 minutes (consent)
• Approved agenda after removing BOA25-03-01 (consent)
• Denied BOA25-03-02 setback variance, 4-0
• Approved BOA25-03-03 parking reduction as submitted, 4-0
• Approved BOA25-03-04 landscape buffer reduction with conditions, 5-0
• Adjourned meeting (consent)

Technical Coordinating Committee (TCC)

The Technical Coordinating Committee is discussing amendments to the 2024-2027 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). Proposed additions include the SE Rome Bypass and the deployment of EV charging stations, both of which require a 30-day public comment period before a May vote.

• Proposed amendment to 2024-2027 TIP: SE Rome Bypass from SR 101NE to US 411
• Proposed amendment to 2024-2027 TIP: Deployment of EV Charging stations
• Pedestrian upgrades at 14 locations in Floyd County (Anticipated Let Date: 8/15/2026)
• SR 1/US 27 @ Big Dry Creek/Oostanaula River bridge project (50% complete)
• SR 101/2nd Ave Widening and Reconstruction (23% complete)

County Commissioner Scotty Hancock was nominated in absentia to serve as chair of the Technical Coordinating Committee. The committee approved an amendment to add the SE Rome Bypass (PI 662420) to the 2024‑2027 Transportation Improvement Program, with a 30‑day public comment period and a vote scheduled for May. The committee also approved an amendment to add a project for deploying EV charging stations to the TIP, also subject to a 30‑day comment period and a May vote.

• Scotty Hancock nominated as TCC chair (motioned and seconded)
• Amended PI 662420 (SE Rome Bypass) into 2024‑2027 TIP; 30‑day comment, vote in May
• Amended EV charging station deployment PI into 2024‑2027 TIP; 30‑day comment, vote in May

Transportation Policy Committee (TPC)

The Rome-Floyd MPO Transportation Policy Committee will discuss an MTP update and consider amendments to the 2024-2027 TIP for the SE Rome Bypass (PI 662420) and EV charging station deployment. A 30-day public comment period will precede a vote in May. The committee will also hear reports on active construction projects including bridge work, widening, and pedestrian upgrades.

• Proposed TIP amendment for SE Rome Bypass from SR 101 NE to US 411, including interchange
• Proposed TIP amendment for deployment of EV charging stations
• MTP update stakeholder meeting scheduled for April 15, 2025 at 10am
• SR 140 widening (SR 53 to Oothkalooga Creek) 97% complete, completion by 5/31/2025
• Pedestrian upgrades at 19 locations in Floyd County, let date 8/15/2026

The TCC and TPC voted to advance two amendments to the 2024-2027 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP): one adding the SE Rome Bypass project (PI 662420) and another adding EV charging station deployment (PI TBD). Both will undergo a 30-day public comment period with a vote in May. The committees also nominated County Commissioner Scotty Hancock in absentia as chair for the year.

• Nominated Scotty Hancock as TPC chair in absentia (TCC: Brice/Tyler; TPC: Mike/Harry)
• Approved TIP amendment for SE Rome Bypass (PI 662420) for public comment, vote in May (TCC: Brice/Skeen; TPC: McCord/Rich)
• Approved TIP amendment for EV charging stations (PI TBD) for public comment, vote in May (TCC: Brice/Tyler; TPC: Rich/McCord)

Public Safety Committee

The Rome Public Safety Committee will receive monthly reports from Animal Control, Emergency Management, E911, Fire, and Police, and will discuss a proposed spay/neuter ordinance under other business. No votes are scheduled on the ordinance in this agenda.

• Monthly reports from five departments (Animal Control, Emergency Management, E911, Fire, Police)
• Discussion of a spay/neuter ordinance (no details or dollar amounts provided in agenda)

The Public Safety Committee voted unanimously to send two ordinances to the Rome City Commission for approval: one requiring pet owners to spay, neuter, and microchip their animals, and another allowing the fire department to recover costs from hazardous materials releases. The committee also received reports on PAWS, fire, police, and E-911 activities, including staffing updates and crime statistics.

• Approved motion to present Spay/Neuter Ordinance to City Commission (unanimous)
• Approved motion to present Hazardous Materials Response Cost Recovery Ordinance to City Commission (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of previous meeting by common consent

Tree Board

The Rome Tree Board will meet to review minutes, hear reports from city, county, and partner organizations, and discuss updates on Arbor Day 2025, the ECO Center Rubber Mulch Project, and Urban Forestry tree installations. Maintenance of the Clock Tower trees and a community garden installation event are also on the agenda.

• Urban Forestry City tree installations update by Chad Hampton
• ECO Center Rubber Mulch Project update by Bagley
• Arbor Day 2025 update and planning
• Maintenance of Clock Tower trees by Hampton
• Community garden installation by Northwest Georgia Housing Authority on April 25th

The Rome Tree Board approved the January 21st minutes by common consent. The meeting consisted primarily of reports and updates, with no formal votes on new policies or projects. City and county staff presented details on recent tree installations, removals, and maintenance activities.

• Approved January 21st meeting minutes by common consent
• Heard report on 2025 tree installations: 20 trees installed, 16 removed, 650 maintenance hours
• Heard Floyd County report: 50 trees removed in Jan-Feb, 12 lost to storms
• Noted Arbor Day 2025 at Covington Park planted 8 trees with 65 participants
• Announced 2026 Arbor Day will be at Pocket Park in North Rome
• Discussed rubber mulch for ECO Center, considering 2026 capital project

Alcohol Control Commission

The Alcohol Control Commission will consider a request from Mr. Terry Clift for a new Beer, Wine, and Liquor Pouring License at 411 Broad Street. They will also receive an update on a COAM violation. Other items include approval of February minutes, a police report, and procedural matters.

• New Beer, Wine, and Liquor Pouring License application for 411 Broad Street (Mr. Terry Clift)
• COAM Violation update (old business)
• Approval of minutes from February 17, 2025
• Police Report review

The Rome Alcohol Control Commission approved a new beer, wine, and liquor pouring license for Terry Clift at 411 Broad Street, subject to final inspections. The commission also discussed COAM violations at 23 establishments, with one settling with the state, and noted three businesses cited for selling alcohol to minors in a sting operation.

• Approved beer, wine, and liquor pouring license for 411 Broad Street (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of February 17, 2025, by unanimous consent

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will vote on approving the 2025 BID budget and a façade grant for Apricot Lane. They will also discuss a parking update and an open house. The meeting includes approval of January 2025 minutes and financials.

• Approve 2025 BID Budget
• Apricot Lane Façade Grant
• Parking Update discussion
• Approve Financials
• Approve January 2025 Minutes

The Downtown Development Authority board approved the February 2025 minutes and both BID and general financials. They decided to hold a separate meeting to discuss the Business Improvement District (BID) after a presentation by former director Amanda Carter. No other substantive decisions were made; updates were given on parking deck management and a May meet-and-greet.

• Approved February 2025 minutes (all in favor)
• Approved BID financials (all in favor)
• Approved general financials (all in favor)
• Decided to hold a separate meeting for BID discussion

Water & Sewer Committee

The Water & Sewer Committee will meet to approve previous minutes, review a financial report, and receive an update on the Reverse Osmosis (R.O.) Plant from Boyd, Insite Engineering, and Archer Western. No other significant decisions or discussions are listed.

• R.O. Plant update presented by Boyd, Insite Engineering, and Archer Western

The committee approved the February 6th minutes without changes. Financial reports showed revenues down $58,682 and expenses down $136,302, with total cash at $202,041,196. An extensive briefing on the Reverse Osmosis Treatment Facility project covered design changes, equipment evaluations, and cost-saving measures, but no formal decisions were made on the project.

• Approved minutes from February 6th meeting
• Reviewed financial report: revenues down $58,682, expenses down $136,302
• Discussed RO project design changes and equipment evaluations

Public Works / Traffic / Transit Committee

The Public Works, Traffic, and Transit committees will meet to review infrastructure requests and safety reports. The agenda includes discussions on street renaming, road closures, and transit financial approvals.

• Request to rename Vail Parkway NW to Eagle Way NW
• Request to close streets and alleys in Oakdene Community
• Discussion on Turner McCall Bridge architectural enhancements
• Approval of the Annual Safety Plan for transit
• Review of 5th Avenue safety concerns

The Public Works/Traffic/Transit Committee approved the annual Transit Safety Plan, two pedestrian bridge use requests, a street renaming, and a street closure in Oakdene. They also approved installing traditional-style streetlights on W. 3rd Street and a motion to pedestrianize the 5th Ave/W 3rd St intersection as much as possible. Discussions were held on Turner McCall bridge enhancements and 5th Avenue safety concerns, but no final decisions were made on those items.

• Approved annual Transit Safety Plan (motion carried)
• Approved One Community United pedestrian bridge use for Sept 21, 2025 (motion carried)
• Approved Leadership Georgia pedestrian bridge use for April 24 (motion carried)
• Approved renaming Vaile Parkway NW to Eagle Way NW (motion carried)
• Approved closing unopened streets in Oakdene community (motion carried)
• Approved Traditionaries style lighting on W. 3rd St (motion carried)
• Approved pedestrianizing 5th Ave/W 3rd St intersection as much as possible (common consent)

Fire Overview Committee

The Fire Overview Committee will review financial statements and hear a fire chief report covering operations, support, manpower, and an EMA/EOC capital update for December through February. The committee will also approve minutes from the December 2024 meeting and discuss any other business.

• Review of financial statements by Toni Rhinehart
• Fire chief report for December, January, and February
• Operations and support reports
• Manpower update
• EMA/EOC capital update

The Rome/Floyd Fire Overview Committee met on March 11, 2025, and approved the December 2024 minutes by common consent. No formal votes were taken on substantive items; the meeting consisted of informational reports on finances, incident statistics, operations, community risk reduction, manpower, and EMA/EOC capital projects.

• Approved December 2024 meeting minutes by common consent
• Noted January 2025 city/county contribution of $946,491
• Reported plan to purchase NARCAN and AEDs for $13,750 (to be brought to finance committee)
• Reported Engine 1 refurbishment at 75% completion
• Reported Squad truck received and placed at Station 2
• Reported brush truck purchased with SPLOST funds
• Reported purchase of 17 thermal imaging cameras for $147,000 (requested $160,000 for 16)
• Reported EMA/EOC project over budget by $377.65

City Commission

The Rome City Commission will hold first readings on two rezoning requests: one to change 1 Westlyn Drive from Community Commercial to Suburban Residential (Planning Commission recommended approval 8-0) and one for Hull Avenue and 1908 Hull Avenue from High Density Residential to Light Industrial (Planning Commission denied 8-0). The meeting also includes a proclamation for Good Neighbor Ministries' 35th anniversary, recognition of PFC Anthony Banks, and updates on various committee meetings.

• First reading of Z25-03-02: rezone 1 Westlyn Drive from Community Commercial to Suburban Residential
• First reading of Z25-03-05: rezone Hull Avenue and 1908 Hull Avenue from High Density Residential to Light Industrial
• Proclamation for 35th anniversary of Good Neighbor Ministries, Inc.
• Guest recognition of PFC Anthony Banks
• Executive session on real estate before the public meeting

The Rome City Commission unanimously authorized the City Manager to begin pre-condemnation proceedings for a property at Riverside Parkway and Riverside Industrial Park, potentially for a future police department. Two rezoning requests were introduced for first reading, with a public hearing set for March 24. The commission also approved the February 24 minutes and presented proclamations to Good Neighbors Ministries and K9 Officer Cas.

• Authorized pre-condemnation proceedings for Riverside Parkway property (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of February 24, 2025 (unanimous consent)
• Introduced rezoning Z25-03-02 (1 Westlyn Drive) for first reading
• Introduced rezoning Z25-03-05 (Hull Avenue) for first reading
• Presented proclamation for Good Neighbors Ministries 35th anniversary
• Presented K9 Officer Cas to the commission

Planning Commission

The Rome/Floyd Planning Commission is reviewing four county and two city applications. These requests include changes to zoning designations and special use permits for specific properties.

• SUP25-03-04: Special Use Permit for an Event Venue at 871 Reeceburg Rd.
• SUP25-03-03: Special Use Permit for a Union Hall at 32 Brownlow Dr.
• Z25-03-06: Rezone 1429 Bells Ferry Rd. from Suburban Residential to Agricultural Residential
• Z25-02-04: Rezone 2045 Morrison Campground Rd. from Suburban Residential to Community Commercial
• Z25-03-05: Rezone 0 and 1908 Hull Ave. from High Density Traditional Residential to Light Industrial

The Rome-Floyd Planning Commission approved a special use permit for an event venue at 871 Reeceburg Rd., denied a union hall permit at 32 Brownlow Dr. without prejudice, and approved two rezoning requests while denying another. All votes were unanimous (8-0).

• Approved special use permit for event venue at 871 Reeceburg Rd. (8-0)
• Denied without prejudice special use permit for union hall at 32 Brownlow Dr. (8-0)
• Approved rezoning from S-R to A-R at 1429 Bells Ferry Rd. (8-0)
• Approved rezoning from C-C to S-R at 1 Westlyn Dr. (8-0)
• Denied without prejudice rezoning from H-T-R to L-I at 0/1908 Hull Ave. (8-0)

City Commission

The Rome City Commission will hold a public hearing and second reading of an ordinance to close a portion of Alto Street, and conduct a public hearing on a rezoning request for Garden Lakes Parkway from multifamily to suburban residential (Planning Commission recommends approval 9-0). They will also hear a special use permit request for a duplex at 704 E 17th Street (Planning Commission recommends approval 7-2). Other items include proclamations and committee reports.

• Second reading of ordinance to close a portion of Alto Street (street vacation)
• Public hearing for rezoning Z25-02-03: Garden Lakes Parkway from Multifamily Residential to Suburban Residential
• Public hearing for special use permit SUP25-02-07: duplex at 704 E 17th Street in Suburban Residential zone
• Black History Month Bridge Builders presentation at 6:00 p.m.
• Notice of Rome City Commission attending Chamber’s Annual Meeting on Feb 27

The Rome City Commission denied a special use permit for a duplex at 704 E. 17th Street with prejudice, meaning the applicant must wait before reapplying. The denial followed resident complaints about sewer backups and poor street conditions. The commission also approved a rezoning on Garden Lakes Parkway, closed a portion of Alto Street, and allocated an additional $50,000 in opioid settlement funds to Brother's Place.

• Denied special use permit for duplex at 704 E. 17th St. with prejudice (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of Garden Lakes Parkway property from Multifamily to Suburban Residential (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance to close portion of Alto Street and issue quit claim deeds (unanimous)
• Approved additional $50,000 opioid settlement funds for Brother's Place (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of February 10, 2025 (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Rome Finance Committee will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and discuss a funding request for the use of Opioid Funds. No specific dollar amounts or project details are listed in the agenda.

• Approve minutes from January 8, 2025 meeting
• Consider funding request for use of Opioid Funds

The Finance Committee approved an additional $50,000 from Opioid Funds for Brother's Place, a project previously funded with $150,000. The request will be presented to the full City Commission for final approval at a meeting later that day. The committee also approved the minutes from the January 8th meeting by common consent.

• Approved additional $50,000 Opioid Funds for Brother's Place (motion by Robinson, seconded by Bojo)
• Approved minutes from January 8th meeting by common consent

Board of Adjustments

The Board of Adjustments will consider seven variance applications involving reductions in setback requirements, landscape strips, sign regulations, and a request to create a parcel with zero road frontage. The board will also approve minutes from the January 2025 meeting and finalize the agenda.

• BOA25-02-06: 0 N Broad St. – reduce front setback from 20' to 10' and landscape strips from 20' to 10' in C-C zoning
• BOA25-02-01: 275 Craton Rd. – create a parcel with 0' road frontage in A-R zoning
• BOA25-02-02: 0 Martha Berry Hwy. – eliminate auto repair proximity restriction and reduce landscape strip to 10' in C-C zoning (pending rezone to H-C)
• BOA25-02-04: 3268 Martha Berry Hwy. – reduce front signage setback to 0' and allow larger sign face than allowed in C-C zoning
• BOA25-02-03: 212 E. 11th St. – reduce side setback from 5' to 3' and front setback from 20' to 15', and allow accessory structure closer than principal in H-T-R zoning

The Rome-Floyd Board of Adjustments denied two variance requests without prejudice, allowing applicants to resubmit with updated plans, and approved five other variance requests, some with conditions. All votes were recorded as recorded in the minutes.

• Denied setback reduction at 0 N Broad St. without prejudice (5-0)
• Denied setback reduction at 44 Carter Ave. without prejudice (4-1)
• Approved 0' road frontage parcel at 275 Craton Rd. (5-0)
• Approved variance at 0 Martha Berry Hwy. with tree planting condition (5-0)
• Approved variance at 212 E. 11th St. with conditions (4-0)
• Approved sign setback reduction at 3268 Martha Berry Hwy. with conditions (5-0)
• Approved sign setback reduction at 0 Asbury Dr. with conditions (5-0)

Alcohol Control Commission

The commission will discuss an update on proposed ordinance amendments. Under old business, they will consider five alcohol license applications, including beer package licenses at Lucky's Family Mart and Lucky's One Stop Shop, a beer and liquor pouring license at Diamante Jalisco, a liquor package extension at Mega Beverage, and a wine pouring license at Honeycream. They will also hear an alcohol service permit appeal by Christy Green.

• Two new Beer Package License requests at Lucky's Family Mart (29 E. Main St.) and Lucky's One Stop Shop (610 Calhoun Ave.), applicant Parvez N. Kadiwala
• New Beer and Liquor Pouring License request at Diamante Jalisco Mexican Restaurant & Bar (201 Broad St.), applicant Hector Sanchez Pelayo
• Extension of Liquor Package License at Mega Beverage (42 Hicks Dr.), applicant Ravikumar Patel
• New Wine Pouring License request at Honeycream (4 E. 3rd Ave.), applicant Michael Meyer
• Alcohol Service Permit Appeal by Christy Green

The Rome Alcohol Control Commission approved a new beer and liquor pouring license for Diamante Jalisco Mexican Restaurant and Bar at 201 Broad Street, subject to final inspections. The commission also extended Mega Beverage's package license approval by 180 days, approved a wine pouring license for Honeycream, and approved beer package licenses for two Lucky's locations despite one no vote. Additionally, the commission approved Christy Green's alcohol sales permit appeal with conditions.

• Approved beer and liquor pouring license for Diamante Jalisco (unanimous)
• Extended Mega Beverage package license approval by 180 days (unanimous)
• Approved wine pouring license for Honeycream (unanimous)
• Approved beer package licenses for Lucky's Family Food Mart and Lucky's One Stop Shop (3-1)
• Approved Christy Green's alcohol sales permit appeal with conditions (unanimous)

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will hold a regular meeting to approve January minutes and financials, then discuss an event sponsorship opportunity, a parking update, a placemaking update, and set 2025 goals. No votes on ordinances or contracts are scheduled.

• Approve January 2025 meeting minutes
• Approve financial reports
• Discuss event sponsorship opportunity
• Receive parking update
• Receive placemaking update and set 2025 goals

The Rome Downtown Development Authority approved the November 2024 meeting minutes and the BID financials after correcting a July statement error. No other formal decisions were made; discussions covered forum sponsorship, parking deck management, and 2025 goals.

• Approved November 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved BID financials after correcting July statement error (unanimous)

Community Redevelopment Committee

The Community Redevelopment Committee will meet to approve minutes from November 2024 and discuss sewer infrastructure for potential development areas, athletic facilities, and a downtown tennis center. All items are listed for discussion; no decisions or votes are specified.

• Approval of November 6, 2024, meeting minutes
• Sewer for potential development areas
• Athletic facilities discussion
• Downtown Tennis Center discussion

The Community Redevelopment Committee met on February 11, 2025, and approved the minutes from the November 6, 2024 meeting. They discussed several topics, including a proposal to budget for one mile of sewer per year for potential development areas, a potential parking deck at the downtown tennis property, a homeless pilot program, and the city's joint parks and recreation agreement with the county. No formal decisions were made; all items were discussion-only.

• Approved minutes of November 6, 2024 meeting by common consent
• Discussed budgeting for 1 mile of sewer per year for development areas
• Discussed potential parking deck at downtown tennis property with pickleball courts on top
• Discussed homeless pilot program with Highland Rivers and finalizing MOUs
• Discussed ending joint parks and recreation agreement with county and visiting Cullman, Alabama

City Commission

The Rome City Commission will hold first readings on a rezoning request for Garden Lakes Parkway and a special use permit for a duplex. Second readings will be held on two alcohol ordinance amendments: one to eliminate future food/drink ratio variances and one to regulate food truck sales for that ratio. A resolution to correct a clerical error in Tax Allocation District 5 is also on the agenda.

• Rezoning request for property at Garden Lakes Parkway from Multifamily Residential to Suburban Residential (Planning Commission recommended approval 9-0)
• Special Use Permit for a duplex at 704 E 17th Street in Suburban Residential zone (Planning Commission recommended approval 7-2)
• Second reading: Alcohol ordinance amendment to eliminate option for future food/drink ratio variances
• Second reading: Alcohol ordinance amendment to regulate food truck sales for food/drink ratio
• Resolution to correct a clerical error in TAD 5

The Rome City Commission adopted two alcohol ordinance amendments: one eliminating future food/drink ratio variances (6-1, with one abstention) and another regulating food truck sales toward the ratio (5-3, with one abstention). The commission also approved a corrected resolution for Tax Allocation District V (5-3) and placed several items on first reading, including a street closing and two rezoning/special use requests.

• Adopted alcohol ordinance amendment eliminating future food/drink ratio variances (6-1, Collins abstained)
• Adopted alcohol ordinance amendment regulating food truck sales toward food/drink ratio (5-3, Collins abstained)
• Approved corrected resolution for Tax Allocation District V base year valuation (5-3)
• Placed Alto Street closing on first reading
• Placed rezoning request Z25-02-03 on first reading
• Placed special use permit request SUP25-02-07 on first reading
• Approved minutes of January 27, 2025, by unanimous consent

Land Bank Authority

The Rome-Floyd County Land Bank Authority will meet to elect a Chairman and Vice Chairman, approve minutes and financials, then enter executive session to discuss several property matters. After executive session, the board will vote on approvals for applications at 66 Line St and 1400 Crane St, setting a sales price for 1832 Wax Rd, adjusting the Superba & Pennington sales price, and an update on 602 Pennington Ave demolition. They will also discuss a grant, upcoming committee meetings, and closing updates on multiple properties.

• 66 Line St Application – approval vote
• 1400 Crane St Application – approval vote
• Set sales price for 1832 Wax Rd
• Adjust Superba & Pennington sales price
• Update on 602 Pennington Ave demolition

The Rome/Floyd Land Bank Authority approved two property purchase offers, set a sales price for another property, and held prices on two homes. It also discussed becoming a regional land bank and tabled budget and acquisition discussions.

• Approved Embree Painting LLC offer to buy 66 Line Street for $100, subject to county conveyance
• Approved Global Impact International, Inc. offer to buy 1400 Crane Street for $15
• Set sales price of 1832 Wax Road at $249,900, listing in-house
• Held prices on 411 Superba Avenue and 604 Pennington Avenue for now
• Elected David Clonts as Chairman and Rob Ware as Vice Chairman for 2025
• Approved December minutes
• Tabled discussion on potential property acquisitions
• Tabled 2025 LBA budget discussion

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hear and make recommendations on two rezoning requests and three special use permit applications. The most notable items include a rezoning of 0 Garden Lakes Pkwy from multifamily to suburban residential, and a rezoning of 0 Plainville Rd from suburban residential to heavy industrial. Special use permits are requested for a duplex on E 17th St, farm equipment sales on Martha Berry Hwy, and a Christian retreat on Smith Rd. Final decisions will be made by the Rome City Commission and Floyd County Commission at public hearings later in February.

• Rezoning of 0 Garden Lakes Pkwy from Multifamily Residential (M-R) to Suburban Residential (S-R)
• Special Use Permit for a duplex at 704 E 17th St (S-R zoned)
• Special Use Permit for farm equipment sales at 4065 Martha Berry Hwy (C-C zoned)
• Special Use Permit for a Christian Retreat at 0 Smith Rd and 595 Smith Rd (S-R zoned)
• Rezoning of 0 Plainville Rd from Suburban Residential (S-R) to Heavy Industrial (H-I)

The Rome-Floyd Planning Commission approved a special use permit for a duplex at 704 E 17th St with conditions, despite opposition from residents concerned about sewer and road impacts. They also approved a rezoning at 0 Garden Lakes Pkwy and a farm equipment sales/service SUP on Martha Berry Hwy. Two agenda items were withdrawn by applicants, and the July meeting was cancelled.

• Approved rezoning at 0 Garden Lakes Pkwy from M-R to S-R (9-0)
• Approved SUP for duplex at 704 E 17th St with conditions (7-2)
• Approved SUP for farm equipment sales/service at 4065 Martha Berry Hwy with conditions (9-0)
• Withdrawn agenda items: SUP25-02-05 and Z25-02-06 (per applicant request)
• Cancelled July 2025 Planning Commission meeting

Water & Sewer Committee

The Water and Sewer Committee will meet to approve previous meeting minutes, hear a financial report, and receive a division overview from Director John Boyd. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Division Overview presented by Director Boyd
• Review and approval of December 5, 2024, meeting minutes
• Monthly financial report from Rhinehart

The Rome Water and Sewer Committee approved the minutes from the December 10 meeting and reviewed the division's 2024 accomplishments and 2025 goals, including new mission and vision statements. No formal votes were taken on substantive matters; the meeting was primarily informational and discussion-based.

• Approved minutes from December 10 meeting
• Agreed on new mission and vision statements for the division
• Discussed including mission and vision in future reports and communications
• Requested discussion on adding sewer main miles per year at next meeting

Joint City/County Development Oversight Committee

The Joint City/County Development Oversight Committee will elect a chair for the city year, approve minutes from November 2024, and receive department reports from Building Inspection, Keep Rome/Floyd Beautiful, the ECO Center, and Planning/Transportation/Trails. No specific proposals or actions are listed beyond routine business.

• Election of chair for the city year
• Approval of November 2024 minutes
• Building Inspection department report
• Keep Rome/Floyd Beautiful department report
• ECO Center and Planning/Transportation/Trails reports

The Joint City/County Development Oversight Committee met on Feb. 4, 2025, and elected Jim Bojo as Chair by common consent. The November 2024 meeting minutes were approved. Department heads gave reports on building inspection, Keep Rome/Floyd Beautiful, the ECO Center, and planning; budgets for 2024 and 2025 were discussed. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Elected Jim Bojo as Chair by common consent
• Approved November 2024 meeting minutes by common consent
• Heard departmental reports on building inspection, Keep Rome/Floyd Beautiful, ECO Center, and planning

Joint Services Committee

The Joint Services Committee of Floyd County and Rome City will meet on February 4, 2025, to discuss and potentially act on four items: HB 581 (state legislation), Chulio Road improvements, parking agreements, and the LEC (likely Law Enforcement Center). The committee will also approve minutes from its October 1, 2024, meeting. No dollar amounts or specific proposals are detailed in the agenda.

• Discussion of HB 581 (state legislation)
• Chulio Road Improvements
• Parking Agreements
• LEC (Law Enforcement Center?)

The Joint Services Committee met and approved the minutes from the October 1, 2024 meeting. They discussed HB 581, including plans to educate citizens and develop an intergovernmental agreement. Updates were provided on Chulio Road and Three Mile Road improvements, parking management changes effective April 1st, and the need to move evidence from the Law Enforcement Center before renovations. No formal votes were taken on these items.

• Approved minutes from October 1, 2024 Joint Services meeting (common consent)
• Discussed HB 581; next steps include property owner/renter breakdown, citizen education, and intergovernmental agreement
• County to lead Chulio Road improvements; design expected 2025, construction 2026
• City to lead Three Mile Road improvements
• Parking management changes effective April 1st; Floyd County Police to enforce, passes through Clerk's Office
• Discussed moving City evidence from Law Enforcement Center before renovations

City Commission

The City Commission is meeting for a planning session to discuss a series of chosen topics. The agenda includes updates from Rome City Schools Superintendent Eric Holland and various administrative and infrastructure discussions.

• Merging of city and county services and governments
• Budgeting 1 mile of sewer per year in potential development areas
• Redevelopment plans for city owned 20 ft strip of land between hotel and apartments on W 3rd
• Elimination of school tax for homeowners aged 70
• Ruling on tiny homes

City Commission

The City Commission is holding a planning session to discuss administrative rules, city services, and infrastructure. The meeting includes updates from development and transportation authorities and a series of commissioner-chosen topics.

• Discussion on decreasing the number of commissioners
• Police discussions regarding headquarters location, downtown precinct, and merging departments
• Proposed merging of city and county services and governments
• Redevelopment plans for a city-owned 20 ft strip of land between hotel and apartments on W 3rd
• Discussion on ruling for tiny homes

City Commission

The Rome City Commission will hold its regular meeting, including first readings of two alcohol ordinance amendments and a resolution to re-adopt the Unified Land Development Code and zoning maps. The agenda also includes proclamations, committee reports, and announcements of upcoming meetings.

• First reading: Alcohol ordinance amendment to eliminate option for future food/drink ratio variances
• First reading: Alcohol ordinance amendment regulating food truck sales regarding food/drink ratio
• Resolution to exempt City Manager's vehicle from Georgia decal requirement
• Re-adoption of Unified Land Development Code and zoning maps (Planning Commission recommends approval 9-0)

The Rome City Commission approved two alcohol ordinance amendments for a second reading at the February 10 meeting. One amendment eliminates future food/drink ratio variances while allowing existing ones to continue; the other regulates food truck sales, requiring them to flow through the establishment's point of sale system and have an active brick-and-mortar kitchen. The commission also unanimously approved a resolution exempting the City Manager's vehicle from the state decal requirement and re-adopted the Unified Land Development Code and Zoning Maps.

• Approved alcohol ordinance amendments for second reading (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to exempt City Manager's vehicle from state decal requirement (unanimous)
• Re-adopted Unified Land Development Code and Zoning Maps (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of January 13, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

Tree Board

The Rome Tree Board meets to review minutes, hear reports from city and county officials, and discuss old business including Netflix tree removal on East 2nd Avenue and Clock Tower tree requests. New business covers updates on Bring One for the Chipper, Arbor Day 2025 tree selection, and the Mount Berry Trail cleaning project. The board also notes upcoming Arbor Day events in February.

• Netflix tree removal on East 2nd Avenue
• Clock Tower tree requests
• Arbor Day 2025 tree selection
• Bring One for the Chipper update
• Mount Berry Trail cleaning project

Alcohol Control Commission

The Rome Alcohol Control Commission will consider several new beer and wine package license requests, including at Sabor Latino, Redmond Groceries, Lucky's Family Food Mart, and Lucky's One Stop Shop, as well as an extension for Mega Beverage Rome. The commission will also discuss proposed ordinance amendments regarding food-drink ratio variances, food truck sales counting toward the ratio, and alcohol consumption at the Library Amphitheater.

• New Beer Package License for Sabor Latino, 1410 N. Broad St. (Mr. Manases Monterrose)
• New Beer and Wine Package License for Redmond Groceries, 2000 Redmond Circle (Ms. Cassandra Davenport)
• New Beer Package License for Lucky's Family Food Mart, 29 E. Main St. (Mr. Parvez Nahiruddin Kadiwala)
• Extension of Beer, Wine & Liquor Package License for Mega Beverage Rome, 42 Hicks Drive (Mr. Ravikumar Patel)
• Ordinance amendments: remove food-drink ratio variances, allow food truck sales to count toward 50% food requirement, and allow consumption at Library Amphitheater

The Alcohol Control Commission approved new beer package licenses for Sabor Latino and Redmond Groceries, subject to final inspections. It also approved Karen Chatman's alcohol sales permit appeal despite her felony convictions. The commission recommended two alcohol ordinance amendments to the City Commission: one to eliminate future food/drink ratio variances (while grandfathering existing ones) and another to allow food truck sales to count toward food/drink ratios under certain conditions. Two license applications for Lucky's establishments were carried over to the February meeting because the applicant was absent.

• Approved beer package license for Sabor Latino, 1410 N Broad Street (unanimous)
• Approved beer and wine package license for Redmond Groceries, 2000 Redmond Circle (unanimous)
• Approved alcohol sales permit appeal for Karen Chatman (unanimous)
• Recommended ordinance to eliminate future food/drink ratio variances (unanimous)
• Recommended ordinance to allow food truck sales toward food/drink ratios (unanimous)
• Carried over Lucky's Family Food Mart and Lucky's One Stop Shop license applications to Feb 17 meeting

Board of Adjustments

The Board of Adjustments will hear three variance requests, including reducing lot width from 150' to 70' at 225 Huffaker Rd and reducing road frontage from 160' to 85' at 305 Stonewall St. The board will also elect a new chair and vice chair, reschedule the June 2025 meeting due to Juneteenth, and review 2024 statistics.

• BOA24-11-03: Reduce lot width from 150' to 70' at 225 Huffaker Rd (S-R zoning) to create two residential lots
• BOA25-01-01: Reduce road frontage and lot width from 160' to 85' at 305 Stonewall St (H-T-R zoning) on Kingston Ave
• BOA25-01-03: Reduce front setback from 20' to 10' for two entrance monument signs at 0 Old Dalton Rd (S-R zoning)
• Election of new Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
• Select new date for June 2025 meeting due to Juneteenth holiday

The Rome-Floyd Board of Adjustments approved all three variance requests on the agenda, each by a 4-0 vote. The board also elected Wendy Lignell as Chairperson and David Clonts as Vice Chairperson for 2025. The meeting was procedural and adjourned at 2:50 pm.

• Approved lot width reduction from 150' to 70' at 225 Huffaker Rd. NW (4-0)
• Approved road frontage and lot width reduction from 160' to 85' at 305 Stonewall St. (4-0)
• Approved front setback reduction from 20' to 10' for entrance signs at 0 Old Dalton Rd. (4-0)
• Elected Wendy Lignell as Chairperson and David Clonts as Vice Chairperson for 2025 (4-0)

Technical Coordinating Committee (TCC)

The Technical Coordinating Committee will vote on adopting new GDOT thresholds that determine when a cost increase on a phase is considered an administrative modification versus requiring a formal amendment. They will also adopt PM1 safety targets and receive status reports on several ongoing road and bridge projects in Floyd County and Rome.

• Adopt new GDOT amendment thresholds: under $10M phase, up to $4M federal share increase is admin modification; over $10M phase, up to 40% increase capped at $40M is admin modification
• Adopt PM1 safety targets
• SR 140 widening 97% complete, completion 5/31/2025
• SR 1/US 27 bridge at Berry College 45% complete, completion 3/31/2026
• SR 101/2nd Ave widening 23% complete, completion 9/26/2026

The Technical Coordinating Committee and Transportation Policy Committee approved new GDOT administrative modification thresholds, allowing certain cost increases to be processed without a formal amendment. The committees also adopted PM1 safety targets and received updates on local projects and transit fare reinstatement.

• Approved GDOT amendment modification thresholds (TCC: Tyler motioned, Sammy seconded; TPC: Chris motioned, Michael seconded)
• Adopted PM1 safety targets

Transportation Policy Committee (TPC)

The Rome-Floyd Transportation Policy Committee will vote on adopting new GDOT thresholds that define when cost increases for transportation projects are considered administrative modifications versus requiring a full amendment. The committee will also adopt PM1 safety performance targets. Additionally, members will receive status updates on several ongoing road and bridge projects in Floyd County and Rome, including widening, reconstruction, and bridge rehabilitation efforts.

• Adopt new GDOT amendment thresholds: phase cost under $10M, federal share increase up to $4M is administrative modification; phase over $10M, up to 40% increase capped at $40M is administrative modification
• Adopt PM1 safety targets
• SR 140 widening and reconstruction from SR 53/Floyd to 0.3 mi W of Oothkalooga Creek in Bartow – 97% complete, completion date 5/31/2025
• SR 1/US 27 bridge at Big Dry Creek/Oostanaula River at Berry College – 45% complete, completion date 3/31/2026
• SR 293 at Dykes Creek bridge replacement – 32% complete, temporary detour bridge under construction

The Transportation Policy Committee approved new administrative modification thresholds for GDOT-funded projects, allowing increases up to $4 million for phases under $10 million and up to 40% (capped at $40 million) for larger phases, with larger increases requiring a formal amendment. The committee also adopted PM1 safety targets and received updates on local paving, transit fare reinstatement, and ongoing construction projects.

• Approved GDOT amendment modification thresholds (TCC motion by Tyler, second by Sammy; TPC motion by Chris, second by Michael)
• Adopted PM1 safety targets
• Approved Regional Transit Plan (reported by NWGRC)

City Commission

The Rome City Commission will hold caucus presentations on Banty Jones Park and House Bill 581, then elect a mayor and mayor pro tem, appoint a city manager, and issue proclamations. Resolutions include setting 2025 election qualifying fees, dissolving Tax Allocation District #2, and proposing transit fare rates. A first reading will consider re-adopting the Unified Land Development Code and Zoning Maps, which the Planning Commission recommended 9-0.

• First reading to re-adopt Unified Land Development Code and Zoning Maps
• Dissolve Tax Allocation District #2 (TAD #2)
• Set 2025 City of Rome election qualifying fees
• Propose 2025 transit fare rates

The Rome City Commission elected Craig McDaniel as 2025 Mayor (7-1) and Jim Bojo as Mayor Pro Tem unanimously. It reappointed Sammy Rich as City Manager (7-2) and approved all 2025 city appointments, including Suzanne Roberts as Downtown Development Director. The commission also adopted resolutions on qualifying fees, TAD II dissolution, transit fares, and a purchasing policy update.

• Elected Craig McDaniel as 2025 Mayor (7-1, Cochran no)
• Elected Jim Bojo as Mayor Pro Tem (unanimous)
• Reappointed Sammy Rich as City Manager (7-2, Brock and Cochran no)
• Approved 2025 city appointments and Downtown Development Director Suzanne Roberts (unanimous)
• Adopted 2025 qualifying fee resolution: $360 for commission, $180 for school board (unanimous)
• Dissolved TAD II (unanimous)
• Reinstated transit fares effective March 31, 2025 (unanimous)
• Adopted updated purchasing policy (unanimous)

General Administration Committee

The General Administration Committee is meeting to discuss new business. The primary item on the agenda is an update regarding group health insurance.

• Group Health Insurance Update

The General Administration Committee unanimously endorsed entering a contract with Strongside Solutions to serve as the city's insurance broker, following a presentation on cost-saving programs. City Manager Sammy Rich noted that no formal action was needed since it is a professional service, and the contract is set to begin February 1, 2024.

• Endorsed contract with Strongside Solutions as insurance broker (unanimous)

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will meet to approve November 2024 minutes and BID financials. The board will discuss the appointment of Suzanne Roberts as the new DDA Director and a sponsorship opportunity for the Blippi Rock the Band Tour.

• Appointment of New DDA Director Suzanne Roberts
• Blippi Rock the Band Tour event sponsorship opportunity
• Approval of BID Financials
• 2025 National Assessment
• Parking update

The Rome Downtown Development Authority approved the November 2024 minutes and discussed financials, noting a discrepancy in the Design account to be resolved later. The City Commission approved a parking ordinance change, but third-party management is on hold. The board discussed sponsoring Forum events, including Blippi, and reinstating the Parking Committee.

• Approved November 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved BID financials with Design account at $49,427.49 and Promotions at $28,045.80
• Parking ordinance verbiage change approved by City Commission
• Third-party parking management put on hold
• Parking Committee to be reinstated for March 2025 meeting

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will approve meeting minutes from December 2024, review proposed revisions to the City of Rome Purchasing Policy, and discuss the dissolution of TAD 2. No dollar amounts or specific contracts are listed; the agenda includes a general 'Other' item.

• Approve minutes from December 5, 2024 meeting
• Review and discuss revisions to City of Rome Purchasing Policy
• Discuss dissolving TAD 2 (Tax Allocation District 2)

The Finance Committee approved forwarding a resolution to dissolve TAD 2 to the full City Commission, and also approved presenting updates to the 2025 Draft Purchasing Policy. The committee discussed but did not vote on opting into House Bill 581 (FLOST), recommending it be presented at the next caucus.

• Approved forwarding TAD 2 dissolution resolution to full City Commission (motion by Robinson, second by Doss)
• Approved presenting 2025 Draft Purchasing Policy updates to full City Commission (motion by Doss, second by Robinson)

Planning Commission

The Rome/Floyd Planning Commission will meet to discuss and potentially vote on readopting the Unified Land Development Code (ULDC) and accompanying zoning maps, as well as an ordinance amendment concerning concentrated animal feeding operations in unincorporated county. The commission will also hear three rezoning requests for properties in Floyd County and nominate a new chairperson and vice chairperson for 2025.

• Readoption of the ULDC and accompanying zoning maps
• ULDC ordinance amendment related to concentrated animal feeding operations in unincorporated county
• Rezone 0 Martha Berry Hwy., Rome, from Community Commercial to Heavy Commercial (Z25-01-02)
• Rezone 1806 Pleasant Valley Rd., Silver Creek, from Community Commercial to Suburban Residential (Z25-01-03)
• Rezone 3280 Rockmart Rd. and 0 Rockmart Rd., Silver Creek, from Community Commercial to Light Industrial (Z25-01-01)

The Rome-Floyd Planning Commission approved the readoption of the Unified Land Development Code (ULDC) and map for 2025, along with an ordinance amendment on Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations. It also approved three rezoning requests: one to Heavy Commercial on Martha Berry Hwy, one to Suburban Residential on Pleasant Valley Rd, and one to Light Industrial on Rockmart Rd, all with conditions. The commission elected Leanne Cook as Chair and Vic Hixson as Vice Chair for 2025.

• Approved 2025 ULDC readoption and map (9-0)
• Approved CAFO ordinance amendment (9-0)
• Rezoned 0 Martha Berry Hwy to Heavy Commercial with conditions (9-0)
• Rezoned 1806 Pleasant Valley Rd to Suburban Residential (9-0)
• Rezoned 3280 Rockmart Rd to Light Industrial with conditions (9-0)
• Elected Leanne Cook as Chair and Vic Hixson as Vice Chair (9-0)