Craig Lokey

The board reviewed financial reports, discussed property management updates for the Cobblestone Office Park including maintenance and tenant leasing activities, and received progress reports on The Grove development. Discussion topics included tenant occupancy status, various restaurant and business openings, upcoming community events such as the Downtown Tunes Concert Series, and scheduled cornhole leagues.

The board reviewed the financial report, property management updates for Cobblestone Office Park including a proposal for building column repairs, and updates regarding occupancy and upcoming events at The Grove. Discussion items included marketing efforts, leasing availability, and the scheduling of summer and fall community events such as concert series and outdoor movie screenings.

The board reviewed committee deliverables for Juneteenth, including budgets and activity plans. Discussions covered the current budget status and expenditures for upcoming student activities. The board approved funding for an end-of-year student dinner, as well as several budgetary items for Juneteenth Unity Day, including expenses for a musical headliner, DJ services, photography coverage, and event hosting.

The Board of Zoning Appeals meeting included the election of officers and the appointment of the City of Snellville staff as the Board Secretary. A primary business item was the consideration of application #BOA 26-01, which requested multiple variances regarding building setbacks for a residential property, including a storage shed, an above-ground swimming pool, and a surround deck. The Board approved these requested variances subject to specific building permit and inspection conditions. Additionally, the meeting included an announcement regarding the retirement of a staff member.

The board meeting included individual mentor group updates regarding student goals and college plans. Discussions centered on the preparation for Juneteenth Unity Day, including the development of flyers, activities, and event road maps. Additionally, student leaders provided feedback on their committees and suggested improvements for the council, and the board brainstormed ideas for an end-of-year activity for students.