Stockbridge public meetings in 2022

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing for the final reading and adoption of the FY2023 Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Plan. Members will also consider updates to council compensation and various board appointments.

• Public hearing for FY2023 Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Plan
• Proposed salary increase for council members ($12,000 to $20,000) and Mayor ($14,400 to $22,400)
• 2023 Workers Compensation Policy with J Smith Lanier for $157,914.00
• Appointments to the Planning Commission, Youth Council Advisory Committee, and Main Street Advisory Board
• Approval of the 2023 City Events Calendar

City Council adopted the FY2023 Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Plan, which includes a $4.5 million fund balance. The Council also approved an increase in annual compensation for the mayor and council members effective January 2024.

• Approved FY2023 Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Plan (4-0-1)
• Approved increase in annual compensation for council members to $20,000 and mayor to $22,400 effective Jan 2024 (3-1-1)
• Approved 2023 City Events Calendar (5-0)
• Approved 2023 Workers Compensation Policy with J Smith Lanier for $157,914.00 (5-0)
• Appointed David Planchon, Harold Thibodeaux, and Kathleen Nelson to the Planning Commission (5-0)
• Appointed Bonita Adams, Joc’Quelyn Carter, Ericka Harvey, Ayesha Watson and Tonya “Toni” Williams to the Youth Council Advisory Committee (5-0)
• Appointed Camille Mason and Andrea Burnett to the Main Street Advisory Board (5-0)
• Appointed Kimberly Allonce as Economic Development Director (5-0) and Rusi Patel as Information Technology Director (3-0-2)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing for the FY2023 Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Plan. Members will also consider a pay increase for the Mayor and Councilmembers and a water and sewer rate increase ordinance.

• Proposed increase in annual compensation for Councilmembers ($12,000 to $20,000) and the Mayor ($14,400 to $22,400)
• Public hearing for the FY2023 Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Plan
• Proposed Water and Sewer Rate Increase Ordinance
• Renewal of on-call sidewalk replacement contract with DAF Concrete, Inc. for $250,000.00
• Public hearing on the Stockbridge Redevelopment Plan for Tax Allocation District #1

City Council approved the Tax Allocation District #1 Redevelopment Plan and a water and sewer rate increase ordinance for FY23–FY27. The council also approved a $250,000 sidewalk repair contract and a one-year sanitation contract extension with performance standards. No action was taken on the proposed FY2023 Operating Budget.

• Approved Tax Allocation District #1 Redevelopment Plan (3-0-1)
• Approved Water and Sewer Rate Increase Ordinance for FY23–FY27 (3-0)
• Approved $250,000 sidewalk replacement contract with DAF Concrete, Inc. (3-0)
• Approved one-year sanitation contract extension with GGL with performance standards (3-0-1)
• Approved 2022 utility billing write-offs of $45,649.83 (3-0)
• Approved water deposit increase from $150 to $200 (3-0)
• Approved parking licensing agreement with Stockbridge First Baptist Church (3-0)
• Approved 2023 Council Initiative Calendar as amended (3-0)

General

The Stockbridge Youth Council is meeting to conduct a year-end overview of 2022. The body will also discuss strategy planning for 2023, including calendars, fundraisers, and officer training.

• 2022 Overview of lessons learned and areas of impact
• 2023 Strategy Planning for calendar and fundraisers
• Officer Training planning

City Council

The City Council is conducting a second reading and public hearing for the proposed FY2023 Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Plan. The body is also discussing a redevelopment plan for Tax Allocation District #1. Additionally, council members are considering several contracts and administrative schedules for 2023.

• Public hearing for Proposed FY2023 Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Plan
• Public hearing on Proposed Stockbridge Redevelopment Plan (Tax Allocation District #1 - Downtown and North Henry Boulevard Corridor)
• Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements contract with Carter & Sloope for $398,200.00
• Health and Wellness Program administered by Corporate Health Partners for $53,260.00
• Approval of surplus Public Works Trucks

The City Council approved a 10-year Local Option Sales Tax distribution agreement and authorized nearly $400,000 for wastewater plant improvements. The council also held public hearings on the FY2023 budget and a new Tax Allocation District for downtown redevelopment, both of which are pending final adoption.

• Approved 11.50% share of Henry County L.O.S.T. distribution for next 10 years (4-0)
• Approved $398,200 Task Order No. 40 for Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements (4-0)
• Approved $53,260 Health and Wellness Program via Corporate Health Partners (3-0-1)
• Approved 2023 Public Meetings Schedule (4-0)
• Approved 2023 Agenda Timeline (4-0)
• Approved 2023 Holiday Calendar (4-0)
• Approved sale of surplus Public Works Trucks via GovDeals (4-0)
• Approved Youth Council use of Merle Manders Conference Center on 12/9 (4-0)

General

The Downtown Development Authority is meeting to review the 2023 budget and financial reports. The board will discuss updates regarding the TSW Master Plan, a new logo, and an intergovernmental agreement with the City.

• 2023 Budget review
• Façade grant request for 114 MLK Sr Heritage Trail
• MLK Sr Memorial public art update
• TSW Master Plan restart
• Drafting of Intergovernmental agreement (IGA) with City

General

The Youth Council Advisory is meeting via Zoom to discuss old and new business. The body is reviewing beautification, the Georgia Cities Summit, and 2023 officers, while proposing new initiatives for recruitment and anti-bullying.

• Discussion of 2023 officers
• Review of beautification and Georgia Cities Summit
• Planning for year end banquet
• Proposal for new recruitment committee
• Discussion of anti bullying initiative

General

The Youth Council Committee is holding its monthly meeting. The agenda does not list specific discussion items or decisions.

City Council

The City Council will hold a first reading of the proposed FY2023 Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Plan. The body is also considering a resolution to end police services provided by Henry County and establish the Stockbridge Police Department.

• Proposed FY2023 Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Plan
• Annexation and rezoning of 42.01 +/- acres on Highway 42 North for age-restricted residential development
• Rezoning of 443 MLK, Sr. Heritage Trail to Heavy Industrial
• Grant acceptances totaling $214,895 for law enforcement training, mental health, and bulletproof vests
• Proposed pay increase for Mayor to $22,000 and Councilmembers to $20,000 effective Jan 1, 2024

The City Council authorized a notice of intent to increase annual compensation for the Mayor and Councilmembers effective January 1, 2024. The council also approved several law enforcement grants and a resolution to establish the Stockbridge Police Department.

• Approved increase of Mayor's pay to $22,000 and Councilmembers' to $20,000 (3-1-1)
• Approved resolution to create Stockbridge Police Department and end Henry County policing (5-0)
• Approved $175,000 LEMHWA grant, $22,400 bulletproof vest reimbursement, and $17,495 CJCC grant (5-0 each)
• Denied industrial development and rezoning for 443 MLK, Sr. Heritage Trail (5-0)
• Approved Brush Creek Commons townhome zoning modification with conditions (4-1)
• Approved $10,000 reallocation for Volunteer Appreciation Dinner on Dec 10, 2022 (5-0)
• Tabled annexation, comprehensive plan, and rezoning requests by S3 Capital Investments, LLC
• Approved first reading of FY2023 Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Plan

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is considering a land use change and rezoning for an industrial development on MLK, Sr. Heritage Trail. The board will also review a zoning modification for the Brush Creek Commons townhome development.

• Comprehensive Plan Amendment Case #CP-2022-05: Change 443 MLK, Sr. Heritage Trail from Medium-Density Residential to Heavy Industrial
• Rezoning Case #RZ-2022-06: Rezone 443 MLK, Sr. Heritage Trail from Suburban Residential to Heavy Industrial
• Zoning Modification Case #ZM-2022-01: Modify site plan and amenities for Brush Creek Commons townhomes on Brush Creek Court and Shields Road

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss infrastructure planning and city policies. Key items include a public hearing on capital improvements and the potential establishment of a Tax Allocation District.

• Public hearing for the 2023-2027 Short Term Work Program & Capital Improvements Element
• Contract award for On Call General Engineering Services to Carter & Sloope Consulting Engineers
• Proposed amendment to Amphitheater Policy regarding non-compete clauses and revenue sharing
• Approval of 2023 benefits renewal with United Healthcare for medical, dental, and vision
• Review of the Stockbridge Police Department Citizen-Police Advisory Council Policy

City Council approved a medical, dental, and vision benefits renewal with United Healthcare of Georgia and authorized the establishment of a Tax Allocation District. The council also approved a general engineering services contract and updated policies regarding facility use and police advisory councils.

• Approved 2023-2027 Short Term Work Program & Capital Improvement Element (4-0)
• Approved On Call General Engineering Services contract to Carter & Sloope Consulting Engineers (3-0-1)
• Authorized staff to proceed with Wayfinding Schematic Designs (4-0)
• Approved 2023 Insurance Benefits with United Healthcare of Georgia for $3,058,614.00 (4-0)
• Approved moving forward with establishing a Tax Allocation District (4-0)
• Approved modified Police Department Citizen-Police Advisory Council Policy (3-0-1)
• Approved amendments to Facilities Use Policy Section 2 (4-0)
• Tabled amendment to Amphitheater Policy regarding non-compete and revenue sharing (4-0)

General

The Downtown Development Authority is meeting to review a market study from Georgia Tech's Center for Economic Development Research. The board will also discuss the 2023 budget and several downtown planning initiatives.

• Review of Georgia Tech Market Study by Alan Durham and Emily Smith
• Discussion of 2023 Budget
• Update on MLK Sr Memorial public art
• Restart of TSW Master Plan
• Drafting of Intergovernmental agreement (IGA) with the City

General

The Youth Advisory Council is meeting to discuss new business including the Gantt Fall Festival and the Georgia Cities Summit. The body will also review a financial report and discuss 2023 officers.

• Beautification and Gantt Fall Festival task
• Georgia Cities Summit
• Financial report
• 2023 officers

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on an annexation and rezoning request for a 42.01-acre age-restricted residential development. The body is also reviewing the FY2023 Annual Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Plan.

• Annexation and rezoning of 42.01 acres on Highway 42 North for age-restricted residential development
• Water Control Office and Lab Renovation contract for Diversified Construction of Georgia, Inc. for $591,294.00
• Amphitheater parking lot improvement change order for Summit Construction adjusted to $750,007.81
• Purchase of a Caterpillar Compact Track Loader from Yancey Brothers, Inc. for $131,787.00
• Grant application for a pedestrian bridge alongside the MLKing Sr. Bridge with a city cost share of $41,047.82

The Stockbridge City Council approved several contracts and purchases, including a $591,294 water lab renovation and a $131,787 skid steer, and tabled a proposed amphitheater policy amendment. Three agenda items for an age-restricted residential development were removed at the applicant's request. The council also authorized applying for a federal grant for a pedestrian bridge and approved a resolution for LOST negotiations with Henry County.

• Approved $591,294 water lab renovation contract to Diversified Construction (3-0)
• Approved $131,787 skid steer purchase from Yancey Brothers (3-0)
• Tabled amphitheater policy amendment with non-compete clause (3-0)
• Approved $750,007.81 amphitheater parking lot change order (3-0)
• Authorized grant application for pedestrian bridge at M.L. King Sr. Bridge (3-0)
• Approved Adopt-A-Road agreement with James E. Acey Lodge No. 600 (3-0)
• Approved resolution for LOST negotiations/arbitration with Henry County (3-0)
• Approved renewal of Chief of Police Frank Trammer's contract (3-0)

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss personnel matters in an executive session. This includes deliberations on the appointment, employment, compensation, hiring, disciplinary action, dismissal, or evaluation of a public officer or employee.

• Executive Session: Personnel Matters per Georgia Code section 50-14-3(b)(2)

The Stockbridge City Council held a special called meeting on October 3, 2022, but took no substantive action. The council voted unanimously to enter executive session for personnel matters, then adjourned the session and the full meeting without any decisions or votes on ordinances, resolutions, or contracts.

• Adopted the agenda (5-0)
• Convened executive session for personnel (5-0)
• Adjourned executive session with no action (3-0, two members absent)
• Reconvened the meeting (3-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (3-0)

City Council

The City Council is meeting to discuss several infrastructure projects, including road widening and amphitheater improvements. The body is also considering updates to noise ordinances and the creation of an in-house IT department.

• Funding request of $3,500,000 to renovate Public Works Maintenance Shop and build a city storage facility
• Change order of $801,554.00 for Amphitheater parking lot improvements on North Lee Street
• Georgia Power Utility Relocation Agreement for East Atlanta Road and Lee Street Road Widening Project for $205,608.00
• Purchase and installation of electric charging stations at the Amphitheater for $62,915.00
• Proposed amendment to Code of Ordinances Chapter 11.26 regarding Noise Nuisances

The council approved amendments to the noise ordinance mirroring Henry County's decibel limits and allowing lawn equipment starting at 6:30 a.m. daily. A $801,554 change order for amphitheater parking lot improvements was tabled to October 10 for further negotiations. The council also awarded a $98,000 grant for a downtown pedestrian and bicycle connectivity study, approved a $205,608 Georgia Power utility relocation agreement, and voted to join Henry County municipalities in potential litigation over LOST negotiations. An IT department was established with a director in FY2022 and two positions in FY2023.

• Approved noise ordinance amendments mirroring Henry County decibel limits, removing Sunday lawn equipment restrictions, and setting 6:30 a.m. start time for lawn equipment (5-0)
• Tabled $801,554 change order for amphitheater parking lot improvements to October 10 meeting (4-0-1, Alexander abstained)
• Awarded $98,000 ARC grant to Keck & Wood for downtown pedestrian and bicycle connectivity study (5-0)
• Approved $205,608 Georgia Power utility relocation agreement for East Atlanta Road and Lee Street Road widening (5-0)
• Approved joining Henry County municipalities in potential litigation over LOST negotiations (5-0)
• Established IT department with director in FY2022, budget amendment of $17,000, and two positions in FY2023 (3-0-2, Barber and Thomas abstained)

General

The Downtown Development Authority will review a market study provided by Georgia Tech. The board will also discuss the 2023 budget and several downtown planning initiatives.

• Review of Georgia Tech Market Study by Alan Durham and Emily Smith
• Discussion of 2023 Budget
• Review of draft proposal for MLK Sr Memorial public art
• TSW Master Plan restart
• Committee to draft Intergovernmental agreement (IGA) with City

City Council

The City Council will review several zoning and comprehensive plan amendments for residential developments. The body is also considering a landscape maintenance contract renewal and the appointment of a Citywide Development Authority member.

• Renewal of landscape maintenance services contract with Yellowstone Landscape for $326,916.00
• Rezoning and comprehensive plan amendment for 26.5 +/- acres for mixed-use residential development (Highway 138/Spivey Road Land Assemblage, LLC)
• Rezoning and variance request for 0.964 acres at 3884 Walt Stephens Road
• Deferred annexation and rezoning requests for 42.01 +/- acres for age-restricted residential development (S3 Capital Investments, LLC)
• Swearing-in of Citywide Development Authority members Mark Glenn, Cathy Hill, Kalesh Patidar, and Samantha Samuels

The council approved a comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning for a 26.5-acre mixed-use residential development near Highway 138 and Spivey Road, along with a recombination plat. A separate rezoning and variance for 0.964 acres at 3884 Walt Stephens Road were also approved. A landscape maintenance contract renewal failed initially but was later approved after reconsideration.

• Approved comprehensive plan amendment CP-2022-03 for 26.5 acres to High Density Residential (4-0-1, Blount abstained)
• Approved rezoning RZ-2022-04 for 26.5 acres to Planned Unit Development (5-0)
• Approved variance VR-2022-02 for lot width and buffer reductions at 3884 Walt Stephens Road (5-0)
• Approved rezoning RZ-2022-03 for 0.964 acres at 3884 Walt Stephens Road to Office-Institutional (5-0)
• Appointed Gadson Woodall to Citywide Development Authority (3-0-2, Blount and Gantt abstained)
• Landscape maintenance contract renewal with Yellowstone Landscape ($326,916) initially failed (2-0-2), later approved on reconsideration (3-0)
• Deferred annexation AX-2022-01, comprehensive plan amendment CP-2022-02, and rezoning RZ-2022-02 to October 10 pending Henry County response
• Removed recombination plat RC-2022-01 from agenda for administrative approval

General

The Main Street Advisory Board will meet to approve the August 2022 meeting minutes and financial statements. The board will also discuss reports from the Main Street Manager, the Downtown Development Authority, and the City Council.

• Approval of August 2022 Meeting Minutes
• Approval of August 2022 Financial Statement
• Main Street Manager's Report
• Downtown Development Authority Report
• City Council Report

City Council

The City Council will review the FY2021 audit report and a Parks Master Plan update. The body is considering several approvals including a streetlight agreement, a T-Mobile lease renewal, and a new Management Analyst position.

• Georgia Power Lighting Agreement for streetlight enhancement: $115,029.00
• Budget amendment for Management Analyst position: $17,307.69
• T-Mobile lease renewal at 4617 North Henry Blvd (Million-Gallon Water Tank)
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Henry County for New World Public Safety System Software
• FY2024 Local Maintenance & Improvement Grant (LMIG) list

The Stockbridge City Council approved the FY2024 LMIG street resurfacing list, a Georgia Power streetlight enhancement agreement, and a new Management Analyst position with budget amendment. They also approved an intergovernmental agreement with Henry County for a public safety software system. The T-Mobile lease renewal was tabled to the September 12 meeting.

• Approved FY2024 LMIG street resurfacing list (5-0)
• Approved Georgia Power streetlight enhancement agreement for $115,029 (5-0)
• Approved Management Analyst job description, pay, and budget amendment of $21,108.58 (5-0)
• Approved IGA with Henry County for New World Public Safety System Software (5-0)
• Tabled T-Mobile lease renewal at 4617 North Henry Blvd to September 12 meeting

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several annexation, rezoning, and comprehensive plan amendment requests. These proposals primarily focus on creating age-restricted and mixed-use residential developments.

• Annexation and rezoning of 42.01 acres on Highway 42 North for age-restricted residential development
• Rezoning of 0.964 acres at 3884 Walt Stephens Road from Rural Residential to Office-Institutional
• Variance request for 3884 Walt Stephens Road regarding lot width and side buffers
• Rezoning and comprehensive plan amendment for 26.5 acres near Highway 138 West and Spivey Road for mixed-use residential
• Recombination plat approval for 12 parcels totaling 26.5 acres for mixed-use residential development

General

The Downtown Development Authority is meeting to discuss new business and provide staff updates. The board will consider proposals for a memorial statue consultant and a new DDA logo. Other items include budget updates and the status of the TSW Master Plan.

• Proposal for art consultant for MLK Sr Memorial statue
• Revised scope for New DDA logo
• 2023 Budget update
• TSW Master Plan restart
• Intergovernmental agreement (IGA) with City draft committee

General

The Youth Council Advisory is meeting to review recruitment reports and plan for a Trunk or Treat event. The body will also discuss the 2023 calendar and a budget proposal for the upcoming year.

• 2023 Budget Proposal
• Trunk or Treat planning
• Recruitment reports
• Financial report

General

The Mayor and City Council will meet to discuss personnel matters in an executive session. This includes deliberations regarding the appointment, employment, compensation, or evaluation of public officers or employees.

• Executive Session: Personnel Matters

The Stockbridge City Council met in a special called meeting and unanimously adopted the agenda. The council then convened an executive session to discuss personnel matters as allowed by Georgia law. No action was taken during the executive session, and the meeting was adjourned without any substantive decisions.

• Adopted the agenda (5-0)
• Convened executive session for personnel matters (5-0)
• Adjourned executive session with no action (4-0, Councilman Blount absent)
• Reconvened the meeting (4-0, Councilman Blount absent)
• Adjourned the meeting (4-0, Councilman Blount absent)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on land use amendments and rezoning for two development projects. The body will also review the FY2022 audit report and consider appointments to development authority boards.

• Comprehensive Plan Amendment and Rezoning for 68.87 +/- acres at 1036 Highway 138 West for mixed-use development
• Annexation, Comprehensive Plan Amendment, and Rezoning for 42.01 +/- acres on Highway 42 North for age-restricted residential development
• Presentation of the FY2022 Audit Report by Mauldin & Jenkins
• Appointment of a member to the Citywide Development Authority Board
• Appointment of a member to the Downtown Development Authority

The City Council approved the rezoning of approximately 69 acres on Highway 138 West from C-1/C-2 to PUD for the Crescent Communities mixed-use development, with a condition for a stub-out road for inter-parcel connectivity. The accompanying Comprehensive Plan Amendment to change the land use designation to High-Density Residential was approved on a 3-2-1 vote after a tie and a mayoral tie-breaker. Three items related to an age-restricted development on Highway 42 North were tabled to September 12, 2022.

• Approved rezoning RZ-2022-01 for 69-acre mixed-use development on Hwy 138 West (3-0-2, Blount/Gantt abstained)
• Approved Comprehensive Plan Amendment CP-2022-01 to High-Density Residential (3-2-1, Barber abstained)
• Tabled annexation AX-2022-01 to September 12, 2022 (5-0)
• Tabled Comprehensive Plan Amendment CP-2022-02 to September 12, 2022 (5-0)
• Tabled rezoning RZ-2022-02 to September 12, 2022 (5-0)
• Appointed Ariel Shaw and Cathy Hill to Citywide Development Authority (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is scheduled to hear requests from S3 Capital Investments, LLC regarding an age-restricted residential development. These requests include a parcel annexation, a comprehensive plan amendment, and a rezoning of approximately 42.01 total acres.

• Annexation Case #AX-2022-01: Request to annex 20.00 +/- acres on Highway 42 North (Parcel #071-01034012) (Requested deferral to Aug 25)
• Comprehensive Plan Amendment Case #CP-2022-02: Request to change land use to High-Density Residential for parcels #071-01034014 and #071-01034012 (Postponed to Aug 25)
• Rezoning Case #RZ-2022-02: Request to rezone 42.01 +/- total acres to Planned Unit Development (PUD) for age-restricted residential use (Postponed to Aug 25)

City Council

The City Council is meeting to discuss infrastructure projects, including a road resurfacing bid and a proposed splash pad. The body will also hold a public hearing on the 2023-2027 Short Term Work Program and Capital Improvements Element.

• Roads and Resurfacing contract for East Coast Grading, Inc. totaling $1,670,217.22
• Public hearing for 2023-2027 Short Term Work Program and Capital Improvements Element
• Proposed Amphitheater Splash Pad presentation
• Memorandum of Understanding with Atlanta Regional Commission for Comprehensive Plan update
• Henry County-Cities Transportation & Trails Plan Adoption

The Stockbridge City Council approved the 2023-2027 Short-Term Work Program and Capital Improvements Element, a required planning document, with no public speakers for or against. They also approved a Memorandum of Understanding with the Atlanta Regional Commission for comprehensive plan assistance, adopted the Henry County-Cities Transportation & Trails Plan, and awarded a $1.67 million road resurfacing contract to East Coast Grading, Inc. All votes were unanimous except the road contract, which passed 4-0 with one member absent.

• Approved 2023-2027 Short-Term Work Program and CIE (5-0)
• Approved MOU with Atlanta Regional Commission for comprehensive plan update (5-0)
• Adopted Henry County-Cities Transportation & Trails Plan (5-0)
• Awarded ITB 2022-0013 road resurfacing to East Coast Grading, Inc. for $1,670,217.22 (4-0)

General

The Youth Advisory Council is meeting to discuss new business including a 2023 budget proposal and calendar. The body is also reviewing a financial report and fundraiser options. The meeting includes a report on the cancellation of FamFest.

• 2023 Budget Proposal
• FamFest cancellation
• Financial report
• Fundraiser discussion
• 2022 and 2023 calendar reviews

General

The Public Facilities Authority will discuss right of way deeds and easements for properties on East Atlanta Rd and Lee Street. The body is also scheduled to appoint a Vice-Chair, City Attorney, and City Manager.

• Appointment of Vice-Chair
• Appointment of City Attorney
• Appointment of City Manager
• Discussion of Right of Way Deed and Easements for Parcels 2, 3, and 4 on East Atlanta Rd
• Discussion of Right of Way Deed and Easements for Parcels 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7 on Lee Street

General

The Urban Redevelopment Agency of the City of Stockbridge is holding a meeting to conduct general business. The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate items.

City Council

The City Council will discuss a rezoning request for a mixed-use development and a contract for tank maintenance. The meeting also includes a presentation on the FY2023 budget calendar.

• Rezoning Case #RZ-2022-01: Request to change 68.87 acres at 1036 Highway 138 West and adjacent land to PUD Overlay for mixed-use development
• Contract renewal for American Tank Maintenance, LLC for a Full-Service Tank Maintenance Program in the amount of $61,419.00
• Conditional Use Permit Case #CU-2022-01: Request by MRM & Sons, Inc. withdrawn
• FY2023 Budget Calendar presentation by Frederick Gardiner
• Proclamation for Michael D. Randall, LTC USA (Ret)

The Stockbridge City Council voted 3-0 to table the rezoning request for the Remi Rose Development, LLC mixed-use project until the August 8, 2022 meeting, after hearing public opposition. The council also approved a $61,419 contract renewal with American Tank Maintenance, LLC for full-service tank maintenance, funded by the Water Department budget. A conditional use permit request from MRM & Sons, Inc. was withdrawn by the applicant and not heard.

• Tabled rezoning case RZ-2022-01 (Remi Rose Development) to Aug. 8, 2022 (3-0)
• Approved $61,419 contract renewal with American Tank Maintenance, LLC (3-0)
• Withdrawn conditional use permit CU-2022-01 (MRM & Sons, Inc.) — no action

City Council

The City Council is meeting to consider amendments to the Code of Ordinances regarding public conduct, business regulations, and noise. The body will also discuss funding for the Cultural Arts Center and a rental policy for the Amphitheater.

• Amendments to ordinances on pawnshops, secondhand dealers, and noise nuisances
• Proposed new ordinances for urban camping, monetary solicitation, and loitering for illegal sexual purposes
• Proposed ordinances regarding disorderly conduct, weapons discharge, and public defecation/urination
• Approval of Cultural Arts Center funding
• Approval of the Amphitheater Rental Policy

The Stockbridge City Council approved a series of ordinance amendments and new laws related to pawnshops, disorderly conduct, weapons discharge, public urination/defecation, monetary solicitation, false representation to police, loitering for illegal sexual purposes, and urban camping. The council also approved the Amphitheater Rental Policy with a contingency for Council use, and tabled the noise nuisance ordinance. A motion to approve Cultural Arts Center funding was withdrawn, with staff tasked to continue seeking funding sources.

• Approved amendment to Chapter 9.16 Pawnshops and Secondhand Dealers (5-0)
• Approved striking Section T from Disorderly Conduct ordinance (5-0)
• Approved amendment to Weapons Discharge Prohibited ordinance (5-0)
• Approved amendment to Defecating/urinating on public property ordinance (5-0)
• Approved new ordinance on Monetary Solicitation (5-0)
• Approved new ordinance on False representation to police (5-0)
• Approved new ordinance on Loitering for Illegal Sexual Purposes (5-0)
• Approved new ordinance on Urban Camping (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Conditional Use Permit request. The commission is reviewing a proposal to allow automobile gasoline sales on a specific parcel of land.

• Conditional Use Permit Case #CU-2022-01: Request by MRM & Sons, Inc. for automobile gasoline sales on Parcel #071-01025021 (0.84 +/- acres) on the east side of Campground Road

General

The Downtown Development Authority is meeting to review staff reports and discuss new and old business. The board will address a new DDA logo and provide updates on a Georgia Tech Market Study and a Downtown Strategic Work Plan.

• Discussion of a new DDA logo
• Update on Georgia Tech Market Study
• Update on Downtown Strategic Work Plan
• Review of a committee to draft an Intergovernmental agreement (IGA) with the City
• Update on the Sylvain property boundary documents

General

The Youth Advisory Council is meeting to review financial and quarterly reports and discuss filling vacant council seats. The body will also discuss youth-targeted initiatives including a parent involvement program and an alumni program.

• Request to fill SYC seats and establishment of a standard for filling vacancies
• June quarterly report and financial report
• Parent involvement program and alumni program
• Planning for 2023 calendar
• Discussion of Back-to-School event, CAJO Fam Fest, and Dublin Symposium

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding a comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning request for a 68.87-acre mixed-use development. The body will also consider several updates to the city code of ordinances and a contract for building renovations.

• Public hearing for Comprehensive Plan Amendment Case #CP-2022-01 and Rezoning Case #RZ-2022-01 for 68.87 acres at 1036 Highway 138 West
• Proposed contract award of $368,113.40 to Diversified Contract for renovation of 114 Martin Luther King, Sr. Heritage Trail
• Proposed ordinance changes regarding pawnshops, disorderly conduct, weapons discharge, and urban camping
• Proposed Youth Council Partnership with CaJo's Fam Fest and Radio One for a Gospel Concert on October 15, 2022
• Consideration of updated policies in the employee manual

The Stockbridge City Council failed to approve a comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning for a 69-acre mixed-use development by Remi Rose Development, LLC, due to lack of a second on the motions. The council approved updates to the employee manual, a Youth Council appointment, and a $10,000 partnership for a gospel concert.

• Comprehensive Plan Amendment CP-2022-01 failed (no second)
• Rezoning RZ-2022-01 failed (no second)
• Approved employee manual policy updates (3-1-1)
• Appointed Tonya Williams to Youth Council Advisory Committee (5-0)
• Approved $10,000 for Youth Council gospel concert (3-0-2)

City Council

The City Council is discussing several public safety initiatives, including hiring 10 additional officers via a COPS Grant and implementing a school safety zone program with RedSpeed USA. The body is also reviewing various equipment purchases and infrastructure contracts.

• Facility security equipment and supplies RFP in the amount of $542,062.92
• Increase of DAF Concrete, Inc. sidewalk repair contract from $150,000.00 to $350,000.00 for Monarch Village and Windsong Subdivision
• Purchase of a 2023 Isuzu Chassis Landscape Truck for $61,893.00
• Application for COPS Grant funding to hire 10 additional police officers
• Agreement with RedSpeed USA for automated speed detection in school zones

The Stockbridge City Council approved a $542,062.92 contract for facility security equipment, funded by fund balance and to be reimbursed with ARPA funds. They also approved several other items, including additional Tasty Tuesday dates, a sidewalk repair contract increase, a school zone speed detection program, a new landscape truck purchase, police department authorizing documents, a COPS grant application for 10 new officers, and procurement code updates. All votes were 4-0 except the COPS grant (3-0-1, Thomas abstained) and procurement code updates (3-0-1, Blount abstained).

• Approved $542,062.92 facility security equipment contract (4-0)
• Approved 9 additional Tasty Tuesday dates with $14,000 funding (4-0)
• Increased sidewalk repair contract with DAF Concrete from $150,000 to $350,000 (4-0)
• Approved automated speed detection in school zones with RedSpeed USA (4-0)
• Approved purchase of 2023 Isuzu landscape truck for $61,893 (4-0)
• Approved police department authorizing documents (4-0)
• Approved COPS Grant application for 10 additional police officers (3-0-1, Thomas abstained)
• Approved Procurement Code Updates with modifications (3-0-1, Blount abstained)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request from Remi Rose Development, LLC for a mixed-use development. The proposal includes rezoning and a comprehensive plan amendment for approximately 68.87 acres.

• Rezoning Case #RZ-2022-01: Request to change 68.87 acres from C-1, C-2, and PMU to PUD and PMU districts
• Comprehensive Plan Amendment Case #CP-2022-01: Request to change land use designation from Low-Density Vertical Mixed-Use to High-Density Residential
• Plat signature for Winding Creek Townhomes, Phase 2 (Enclave at Winding Creek)
• Property at 1036 Highway 138 West (Parcel #012-01003000)
• Property adjacent to western side of 1036 Highway 138 West (Parcel #012-01002000)

General

The Stockbridge City Council will meet to consider the approval of the city's liability insurance policy for the 2022-2023 period. The remainder of the agenda consists of procedural items.

• Approval of 2022-2023 Liability Insurance Policy

The Stockbridge City Council held a special called meeting and approved the 2022-2023 liability insurance policy with Travelers and Beazley. The motion passed 4-0-1, with Councilwoman Barber abstaining. Councilwoman Gantt joined the meeting after the agenda was adopted.

• Adopted meeting agenda (4-0)
• Approved 2022-2023 liability insurance policy with Travelers and Beazley (4-0-1, Barber abstained)

City Council

The Stockbridge City Council is meeting to consider a change to the City Manager's spending limit and a memorandum of understanding for the Main Street Advisory Board. The session also includes the swearing-in of members to the Downtown Development Authority Board and Ethics Committee.

• Proposed amendment to increase City Manager spending authority from $25,000 to $50,000
• Consideration of the Main Street Advisory Board (MOU) 2022-2023 Memorandum of Understanding
• Swearing in of Frangela Merritt to the Downtown Development Authority Board
• Swearing in of Angela Myers Jenkins and Deron Johnson to the Ethics Committee

The Stockbridge City Council voted to increase the city manager's spending authority from $25,000 to $50,000 for budgeted items, despite one abstention citing lack of review of the procurement policy amendment. The council also approved the Main Street Advisory Program MOU for 2022-2023 and appointed Rosalynd Rawls as Executive Assistant to Mayor & Council. All other agenda items were approved unanimously.

• Approved amendment to increase city manager spending authority from $25,000 to $50,000 (4-0-1, Barber abstained)
• Approved Main Street Advisory Program MOU 2022-2023 (5-0)
• Appointed Rosalynd Rawls as Executive Assistant to Mayor & Council (5-0)
• Adopted agenda (5-0)
• Adopted minutes from March 14 and March 29, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved motion to convene executive session for real estate, personnel, and litigation (5-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn executive session (5-0)
• Approved motion to reconvene meeting (5-0)

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to discuss the design concept for the Cultural Arts Center and a proposed change to business spacing requirements. The body is also considering appointments to the Ethics Board and Downtown Development Authority Board.

• Review of the Cultural Arts Center design concept
• Proposed amendment to Title 9, Section 9.110.030 to reduce business spacing requirements from 1 mile to .5 miles
• Approval of a list of roadways for speed detection devices
• Appointment of a member to the Downtown Development Authority Board
• Appointment of members to the Stockbridge Ethics Board

The Stockbridge City Council denied a proposal to reduce the required distance between certain businesses from 1 mile to 5 miles, then reconsidered and denied it again. The council approved appointments to the Downtown Development Authority and Ethics Committee, approved a list of roadways for speed detection devices, and approved three resolutions and agreements related to the Downtown Development Authority.

• Appointed Frangela Merritt to Downtown Development Authority through 12/9/2023 (4-0)
• Approved list of roadways for speed detection devices (5-0)
• Appointed Deron Johnson and Angela Meyers Jenkins to Ethics Committee through 12/31/2025 (5-0)
• Denied amendment to reduce business spacing requirement from 1 mile to 5 miles (4-1, then 3-1-1 on reconsideration)
• Approved resolution approving Second Intergovernmental Development Agreement with DDA (5-0)
• Approved Second Intergovernmental Development Agreement with DDA (5-0)
• Approved resolution restating DDA activation and clarifying DDA name (5-0)

General

The City Council will meet to conduct an executive session. The primary purpose of this session is to interview candidates for the position of Executive Assistant to the Mayor and Council.

• Personnel interviews for Executive Assistant to Mayor & Council

The Stockbridge Mayor and City Council held a special called meeting on April 25, 2022, with three members present (Councilman Alexander and Councilman Blount absent). The only substantive action was convening an executive session for personnel interviews for the Executive Assistant to Mayor & Council, after which the meeting adjourned. No other decisions were made.

• Adopted the agenda (3-0)
• Convened executive session for personnel interviews (3-0)
• Adjourned executive session (3-0)
• Reconvened the special called meeting (3-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (3-0)

General

The Downtown Development Authority will discuss adopting a legal name for the organization. The board will also receive reports on façade grants and the Main Street program, and hear from the Henry County Chamber.

• Resolution to adopt the legal name for the DDA
• Georgia Tech Market Study discussion
• Downtown Strategic Work Plan discussion
• Committee to draft Intergovernmental agreement (IGA) with City
• Façade Grant update

City Council

The City Council will discuss several infrastructure contracts and a zoning variance for a residential property. The body is also considering updates to police department policy and wrecker service contracts.

• Variance Case #VR-2022-01 for 727 Bethpage Drive to reduce rear yard setback from 75 to 50 feet
• East Atlanta Road/Lee Street Roadway Improvements Project Change Order No.1 with Summit Construction Development for $292,181.85
• Annual contract renewal with Site Engineering, Inc. for water and sewer emergency and operational services for $255,000.00
• Annual contract for wrecker services to Supreme Trio LLC (dba Swanson Towing and Recovery)
• Proposal to grant the Chief of Police authority to implement or amend policies with no financial impact greater than $5,000

The Stockbridge City Council approved a $292,181.85 change order for the East Atlanta Road/Lee Street roadway improvements project, funded by SPLOST. It also approved a resolution to resume in-person council meetings starting April 26, 2022, contingent on CDC guidelines. The council approved a variance for a rear yard setback at 727 Bethpage Drive, and approved several other items including a wrecker services policy and an interim wrecker services contract.

• Approved $292,181.85 change order for East Atlanta Road/Lee Street improvements (5-0)
• Approved resolution to resume in-person council meetings effective April 26, 2022 (4-0-1)
• Approved variance for 727 Bethpage Drive to reduce rear yard setback to 65 feet (5-0)
• Approved wrecker services policy (4-0-1)
• Approved interim wrecker services contract with Supreme Trio LLC (5-0)
• Approved $159,390.00 one-year contract renewal with Site Engineering, Inc. (3-0-2)
• Approved motion to task staff with researching Citizens Review Board application (5-0)
• Approved motion to seek GIRMA proposal for liability insurance (3-2)

General

The City Council is meeting to review several service contract renewals and facility maintenance agreements. The body will also consider updating officials designated for ARPA funding and a sanitation collection services contract renewal.

• Ted Strickland Community Center Renovation award to McWrght, LLC for $407,000.00
• Republic Services Special Non-Hazardous Waste Service Agreement renewal for $35,000
• CGL Facilities Management, LLC facility maintenance contract renewal for $300,000.00
• Unifirst/Sourcewell uniform contract piggyback for an annual amount of $30,000.00
• Sanitation Collection Services Contract Renewal for Waste Industries Atlanta LLC and GFL Environmental

The Stockbridge City Council approved several contracts and renewals, including a $407,000 renovation of the Ted Strickland Community Center, a $1.3 million sanitation contract renewal, and a $300,000 landscaping contract. Councilwoman Barber abstained from three votes, citing insufficient information or concerns about expired contracts. The council also approved designating officials for ARPA funding.

• Approved $407,000 Ted Strickland Community Center renovation to McWright, LLC (5-0)
• Approved $35,000 Republic Services waste service contract renewal (4-0-1, Barber abstained)
• Approved $300,000 CGL Facilities Management landscaping contract renewal (5-0)
• Approved $30,000 annual Unifirst uniform contract piggyback (4-0-1, Barber abstained)
• Approved ARPA funding officials designation (5-0)
• Approved $1.3 million sanitation collection contract renewal (4-0-1, Barber abstained)
• Adopted meeting agenda (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request for a residential lot. The board will determine if the property's rear yard setback can be reduced to allow for a new home.

• Variance Case #VR-2022-01: Request to reduce rear yard setback from 75 feet to 50 feet at 727 Bethpage Drive

City Council

The City Council will conduct a third reading of a proposed Unified Development Code and Official Zoning Map. The body is also considering several equipment purchases and amendments to business licensing regulations.

• Third reading of the Unified Development Code and Official Zoning Map & Overlay District Map
• Proposed removal of 1-mile spacing restrictions for hair salons, barbershops, and nail salons
• Purchase of Elgin Regen X Street Sweeper for $267,450.00
• Purchase of Phosphorus CC2050 removal chemical from CedarChem for $40,000.00
• Renewal contract for Professional Permitting & Building Inspection Services with SAFEbuilt

The Stockbridge City Council unanimously approved the third reading of the Unified Development Code (UDC), which updates and rewrites the city's zoning, sign, and development codes, reducing zoning districts from 19 to 13. The council also approved the accompanying Official Zoning Map and Overlay District Map. Other actions included renewing a contract for building inspection services, purchasing chemicals and equipment, and approving the FY2023 road grant list.

• Approved Unified Development Code (UDC) third reading (5-0)
• Approved Official Zoning Map & Overlay District Map (5-0)
• Approved renewal contract for SAFEbuilt permitting and building inspection services (5-0)
• Approved $40,000 purchase of phosphorus removal chemical from CedarChem (5-0)
• Approved FY2023 LMIG road grant list (5-0)
• Approved $267,450 purchase of Elgin Regen X street sweeper (4-0, Gantt absent)
• Removed agenda item on hair salon/barbershop spacing restrictions (5-0)

General

The City Council is meeting for a retreat to review operational updates and a 30-day assessment. The session is led by City Manager Frederick Gardiner.

• Operational updates presented by Frederick Gardiner
• 30-day assessment presented by Frederick Gardiner

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several requests to increase annual service contracts for landscaping, janitorial maintenance, and stormwater repairs. The body is also considering a new advertising contract for billboards.

• 2022 Media Outdoor Link Billboard Contract for advertising services: $49,400.00
• CGL Facilities Management, LLC Right-of-Way Landscaping contract increase to $300,000.00
• Intercontinental Commercial Services, Inc. janitorial maintenance contract increase to $118,080.00
• Site Engineering, Inc. water & sewer emergency and operational repair contract increase to $255,000.00
• Yellowstone Landscaping, LLC facility landscape maintenance contract increase to $375,000.00

City Council

The Stockbridge City Council approved several major contracts, including a $1.74 million road resurfacing project and a $3.95 million police headquarters renovation. They also approved a vaccination incentive program, software purchases, and a feasibility study for a Highway 138 Community Improvement District. Several public works contract increases were tabled to the February 22 work session.

• Approved $1,738,673.68 road resurfacing contract with Blount Construction (5-0)
• Approved $3,951,525 police headquarters renovation (5-0)
• Approved $227,004.34 police furniture purchase from HON Company (5-0)
• Approved $102,355 Tyler Technologies software purchase (5-0)
• Approved vaccination incentive program (3-0-2, Barber/Blount abstained)
• Approved $66,100 wastewater treatment plant review with Carter & Sloope (5-0)
• Approved $38,150 Highway 138 CID feasibility study (5-0)
• Tabled four public works contract increases to Feb. 22 work session

City Council

The City Council is meeting to discuss several infrastructure projects, police equipment purchases, and board appointments. Key items include a major sewer rehabilitation project and the extension of moratoriums on residential rentals and specific lounge businesses.

• Contract award to RDJE, Inc. for Smith Barnes Sewer Basin Rehabilitation Phase II in the amount of $1,204,505.00
• Purchase of 55 pistols and 40 patrol rifles for the Police Department using ARPA funds
• Task Order No. 33.2 with Carter & Sloope for GIS Mapping Program for Stormwater for $134,570.00
• Extension of moratoriums on building residential rental properties and Hookah/Cigar bars and lounges
• Change Order #27 for H.J. Russell & Company for $38,268.33 for Amphitheater acoustical panels

The Stockbridge City Council approved a $1,204,505 contract with RDJE, Inc. for the Smith-Barnes Sewer Basin Rehabilitation Phase II, funded by ARPA and CDBG. It also approved $65,242 in police equipment purchases (55 pistols and 40 patrol rifles), extended moratoria on residential rentals and hookah/cigar lounges, and approved several other items including a $134,570 stormwater GIS mapping task order and a $38,268 amphitheater change order. All votes were unanimous except for two abstentions on the DDA appointments and the sewer contract.

• Approved $1,204,505 sewer rehab contract with RDJE, Inc. (4-0-1, Barber abstained)
• Approved $28,162 for 55 police pistols (5-0)
• Approved $37,080 for 40 patrol rifles from Ed's Public Safety Supply (5-0)
• Approved $134,570 stormwater GIS mapping task order with Carter & Sloope (5-0)
• Approved $38,268 amphitheater change order #27 for acoustical panels (5-0)
• Extended moratoria on residential rentals and hookah/cigar lounges (5-0)
• Approved residential code enforcement fee schedule (5-0)
• Re-appointed Roger Custin and Bob Swygert to DDA board (4-0-1, Gantt abstained)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to conduct the annual selection of its officers. The board will also review project updates and approve minutes from the December 16, 2021 meeting.

• Annual selection of Planning Commission officers

City Council

The City Council will swear in the Mayor and several council members. The body is also deciding on appointments for the Mayor Pro Tem, City Attorney, and various advisory boards.

• Swearing-in of Mayor Anthony S. Ford and Councilmembers LaKeisha Gantt and Alphonso Thomas
• Appointment and swearing-in of Municipal Court Judge and Solicitor
• Appointment of Mayor Pro Tem and City Attorney
• Appointment of members and Council Liaison to the Downtown Development Authority Board
• Appointment of Council Liaison to the Main Street Advisory Board

General

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate and a scheduled executive session. The council will discuss personnel matters in executive session.

• Executive session regarding personnel