Brady Hammonds

The work session included staff reports from the Police Chief and City Manager, and the agenda was unanimously approved. Key discussions involved ordinance amendments concerning the sale of Tobacco and CBD Products (Ordinance #2025-0008) and amendments to various Code of Ordinances chapters and the fee schedule (Ordinance #2025-0010). The session also covered the approval of the Restated Ordinance and Adoption Agreement for the City of Adairsville's Georgia Municipal Employees Benefit System (GMEBS) Defined Benefit Retirement Plan. Furthermore, motions were presented for the approval of a personnel cap of 67 full-time employees and the Pay and Classification Plan, as well as the acceptance of the Final Plat and Deed of Dedication for Manning Mill South, Phase 1.

The City Council meeting addressed several key operational and administrative items. Motions were passed unanimously to approve a personnel cap of 67 full-time employees for the City of Adairsville and to approve the Pay and Classification Plan. Additionally, the Council accepted the Final Plat and Deed of Dedication for Manning Mill South, Phase 1, with specified conditions. During the session, Mayor Pro Tern Castro was honored with a plaque recognizing twelve years of service on the Council.

The meeting concluded with the return from Executive Session at 7:51 P.M., during which no action was taken. The proceedings ended with a motion to adjourn, which passed unanimously 5-0. The minutes were recorded and typed by the City Clerk, Lisa Donald.

The Adairsville work session concluded with a motion to adjourn, which was seconded and passed unanimously.

The Adairsville City Council discussed the city's water supply capacity in relation to new subdivisions, with Mrs. Madison assuring that the city is within its permitted withdrawal limits and that new developments undergo a Utility Availability review. The council also considered alternative water supply options for future needs and is currently avoiding annexations to prevent overcommitting infrastructure. Additionally, the council discussed establishing the city's millage rate for fiscal year 2025, the city's credit card policy, and authorizing the City Manager to enter into an agreement with BH Gregory, Inc. for pavilion construction.