Bobby Bennett

The council meeting included a proclamation for foster care and foster family recognition. Key topics discussed included a presentation on a health fair, an update on the Short Park Renaissance Project, and a review of the proposed 2027 fiscal budget. The financial report for the current fiscal year was presented, showing the city remains in the black. Additionally, the city manager provided updates on road paving projects, sidewalk repairs, and the upcoming water line project.

The Council meeting featured the proclamation of Georgia Cities Week, highlighting various community activities and initiatives. The James E. Dove Memorial Scholarship was presented to a local high school student to support their educational goals in the trades. Council members approved an ordinance to amend a planned development overlay for a real estate project, authorized a resolution to declare specific city property as surplus, and reviewed the city's board report and financial performance through the third quarter of the fiscal year.

The Council held a workshop meeting to discuss several items. The session included the presentation of the Anthony G. Baitman Scholarship, the issuance of a proclamation for Mental Health Awareness Month, and a report from the Tiffan Council for the Arts regarding recent accomplishments, new exhibits, community programming, and a request for a budget increase for the upcoming fiscal year.

The council held a workshop to discuss several items including two zoning applications from 31 North Real Estate Investors LLC for property located on US Highway 41 North, which involved amending planned development overlays to allow for general business use. Other topics included the designation of the Arts in Black festival, the expansion of the city's enterprise zone, planning for Georgia Cities Week, and authorization to participate in nationwide opioid litigation settlements. The City Manager provided project updates regarding storm drain work, sidewalk repairs, and maintenance on the First Street extension.

The council meeting addressed several operational and financial matters. Key topics included the abandonment of a portion of Sunny Brook Avenue to facilitate a school project, the award of an auditing services contract to Malden and Jenkins, and a comprehensive financial report detailing general fund and enterprise fund performance. Discussions also covered the city's strategy for increasing tipping fees to support landfill expansion, a reminder regarding an upcoming public planning session, and initiatives to improve resident engagement through digital channels and mass notification systems.