The City Council agenda for the regular meeting includes several financial and legislative items. Key discussion topics involve the adoption of various budget amendments for the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 and 2026-2027, including TAD, capital project, and general fund budgets. Additionally, the Council will consider authorizing an agreement for holiday lighting installation services and a resolution for equipment and sponsorship services at local parks. The meeting also features scheduled public hearings regarding zoning change requests for industrial development and a special land use permit for an outdoor storage yard.
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The meeting focused on the presentation of the 2026 City of Douglasville Housing Market Potential Report. Key discussion topics included the analysis of the city's demographic and economic trends, such as population growth, income distribution by tenure, and workforce composition. The report also detailed the current state of housing inventory, market trends regarding home prices and rent, and identified key housing challenges, including substandard housing and displacement risk.
Jan 29, 2026·Board meeting
Douglasville City Council Legislative Work Session
The legislative work session included extensive discussion and review of protocol for public hearings, emphasizing professional conduct and adherence to established procedures under the Georgia Zoning Procedures Act. Key agenda items involved two required public hearings: the first regarding a proposed ordinance to remove the requirement for a Special Land Use Permit for short-term rentals, replacing it with a business license requirement and monitoring via industry platforms; and the second concerning a request for a Special Land Use Permit for an automotive sales business (Carmona Auto Sales LLC) whose prior permit had expired, seeking to operate under a standard business license. Additionally, discussions covered the authorization for the Mayor to attend the NFPBPA conference in Philadelphia in her capacity as a moderator, with travel costs covered by the host organization, only the per diem requiring city approval. The Finance Committee also presented an item to authorize the Mayor to sign an agreement for emergency equipment installation in 12 police department Chevrolet Tahoes.
Jan 22, 2026·Board meeting
City of Douglasville Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Minutes
The board discussed the upcoming renovations at Fowler Field, including infrastructure upgrades and construction timelines. Progress on the Youth Innovation Lab and its programming plans were reviewed. Concepts for West Pines potential upgrades were evaluated, focusing on operational improvements, revenue generation, and parking capacity. The meeting also addressed recent athletic achievements and upcoming sports registrations, as well as various recreation programs for seniors and youth. Additionally, staff reported on new maintenance hires, facility improvements such as pool and court upgrades, and the upcoming resignation of the Parks and Recreation Director.
