David Mundt

The City Council work session included discussions on the regular meeting agenda, an ethics ordinance, ongoing revisions to the Unified Development Code (UDC), and the establishment of structured office hours for council members. Additionally, the council reviewed potential regulations for agritourism to balance economic opportunities with community protections, such as zoning, noise, and traffic management, and discussed a proposal for installing a new message board at City Hall.

The council meeting addressed several operational and developmental topics. The Mayor and staff provided updates on community issues including neighborhood incidents, water access conversations, and communication tools. Presentations highlighted the work of a local nonprofit organization providing food pantry and emergency assistance services. Departmental reports covered budget season preparation, hydrant maintenance, legislative updates affecting the police department, road maintenance, permit activity, and upcoming planning commission training. New business items included the reappointment of members to the Parks and Historic Commissions, approval of electrical services for a local church, and an amendment to the speed limit ordinance. The council held a public hearing regarding a rezoning application and a remand order for pending litigation, ultimately voting to approve the revised rezoning plan following an executive session.

The council discussed the implementation of a new city mobile application to improve communication with citizens and reviewed the content for a potential citywide mailer. Updates were provided on the status of a development agreement and a recent planning and zoning educational workshop. A presentation was made by the Chattahoochee Hills Country Conservancy regarding a local food system planning grant, highlighting community engagement feedback, interest in farmers' markets and farm stands, and the need for simplified permitting processes to support local farmers.

The City Council conducted a work session to discuss the fiscal year 2027 budget, which covers general funds, capital expenditures, grants, and debt service. Additionally, the Council discussed a proposed ethics ordinance, updates to fee structures for community center rentals, and potential regulations for allowing alcohol at events, including requirements for certified bartenders and security presence.

The Commission discussed several key items, including the approval of an RFP for the construction of the Wheel Beautiful Scenic Universal Access Trail and a proposal to designate specific areas within city parks as 'No Mow' zones to benefit pollinators and habitats. Other topics included an update on funding efforts for a sculpture installation, event planning for the upcoming Chattahoochee River Paddle and Cleanup, and reports on the recent 'Sweep the Hooch' event. Additionally, the commission reviewed a structural assessment report for the Varner House, received updates on a local rezoning decision near Cochran Mill Park, and discussed fiscal year-to-date revenue trends from parking fees.