Chris Zibell

The meeting included discussions on several key areas. The council considered charter changes related to office vacancies, evaluated the purchase of Xerox copy machines using SPLOST funds, and reviewed a request for a ramp addition. Additionally, the council discussed the annual police vehicle purchase, the proposed 2021 budget, and the 2020 amended budget. Permission was granted for the owners of Rivers Edge Water Jets to tidy up the City Cemetery under supervision. An executive session was held to discuss personnel matters, and council members discussed strategies for increasing the number of houses in the city to expand the property tax base.

The meeting included discussion and a vote regarding a variance and rezoning request from BC Stone Homes, which was ultimately approved. The council also discussed the need for a new vehicle for the Maintenance Department and set a purchasing threshold. An audit report was presented, and the council discussed trends in Local Option Sales Tax. A service agreement with SAFEbuilt Georgia, LLC, was approved, and a bid for repairs to the walking trail bridge was accepted. The council also discussed and approved a contract with Wellstar Health System for employee wellness services and a bid for upgrading the lighting at City Hall. Public comments were heard regarding the BC Stone Homes proposal. The council entered an executive session and later reconvened. Finally, the council agreed to allow signage for National Apprenticeship Week.

The meeting included a public hearing for the 2023 budget proposal, followed by discussions and decisions on various financial and operational matters. The council reviewed and adopted the FY 2022 and FY 2023 ARPA budgets, as well as the 2023 Annual General Funds Budget. They discussed a proposal from C & C Sanitation to take over the city's trash route, which was ultimately tabled for further research. Additionally, a committee was formed to discuss potential ordinances for downtown development. The council also reappointed several municipal positions, including the City Attorney, Municipal Court Judge, Court Solicitor, Public Defender, and Probation Services. An executive session was held, and the meeting concluded with no council or mayor comments.

The meeting included a public hearing regarding a pouring liquor license request for Sol Sisters Cantina. The council discussed finance reports, including reconciled accounts, general fund revenues, and sales tax decreases. Updates were provided by the Police Department and City Attorney. The temporary approval of the Franklin Farmers Market was extended. The council approved the alcohol pouring license for Sol Sisters Cantina and discussed the reappointment of the Three Rivers Regional Commission Non-Public Member. An executive session was held to discuss personnel matters, with no action taken afterward.

The meeting included an executive session to discuss upcoming litigations, after which the council authorized the Mayor to have full authority in representing the City for LOST negotiations.