Ricky Craig

The council addressed several operational and financial items, including the emergency repair of a pump station, the adoption of a resolution to transmit the 2021 Draft Capital Improvements Element Report, and the approval of a consulting agreement for finance projects. Purchases were authorized for two lawn mowers, one new vehicle for the Highways and Streets Department, and eight police vehicles along with their necessary equipment. Furthermore, the council approved a service contract for water meter data retrieval and reached a consensus on the preliminary plat for the Symphony Park development project. The session concluded with an executive session regarding real estate and discussions on upcoming municipal convention logistics.

The meeting featured a presentation on the Henry County Joint Transportation Plan and the Henry County Joint Trails Plan, which were subsequently supported through resolution. The Council authorized a loan transaction to assist a local merchant through the Downtown Development Authority, accepted funding for charging system infrastructure, and initiated amendments to the Zoning Ordinance regarding automotive car wash uses. Additionally, the Council held an executive session for personnel and real estate matters, approved the sale of city-owned property, and discussed constituent concerns regarding the residency requirements for elected officials.

The council workshop included the approval of an internship memorandum of agreement, proclamations for Autism Awareness Month and Child Abuse Prevention Month, and approval of emergency repairs for the Waste Water Treatment Plant. The council also approved a GIS services agreement and recognized Waste Water Treatment Plant personnel for an award. Key development discussions focused on a preliminary plat review for a townhouse development, and zoning and variance requests for future projects. Following an executive session, the council approved the hiring of a new Finance Director. Updates were provided on local beautification efforts, clean-up initiatives for Georgia Cities Week, and ongoing efforts to address homelessness.

The council workshop covered several key items, including approval for payments related to software maintenance, fence installation for a community garden, repairs to a fire engine, emergency waste water pipe repairs, and the purchase of a new city vehicle. Public comments focused on concerns regarding the reconstruction of a dam and the status of sidewalk improvements on Judy Drive. Discussions were also held on the purchase of new permitting software, annexation and zoning petitions, and updates to the downtown district's signage requirements. Additionally, the council moved into executive session to discuss litigation, real estate, and personnel matters, and subsequently approved a resolution concerning the Local Option Sales Tax and a consultant agreement.

The City Council workshop addressed several items, including the approval of various agreements with SiteMed, the Georgia Department of Transportation for utility relocation, and a rental agreement for the Summer Series program. The council recognized the Waste Water Plant employees for their 100% compliance record. Planning and development discussions included rezoning petitions for Highway Commercial use and a presentation on the OpenGov transparency software. Additionally, the council reviewed financial updates, authorized the city-sponsored Summer Youth Program, and discussed the draft budget for the upcoming fiscal year.