Jeffrey Scott Parris

The meeting agenda included routine business updates from the Utilities Director regarding SCIIP phases and water line replacements, and from the City Administrator concerning the Horton Outdoor Recreational Fields and Streetscape Update. Old Business involved the second reading and consideration for annexing and zoning 510 Marcengill Road to R-20. New Business items included considering a resolution to pledge and promote civility, designating February as Black History Month, and adopting priorities from the 2026 City Council Retreat. The Council also entered Executive Session to discuss contractual arrangements, legal advice related to a cyber incident, and property matters.

The regular meeting agenda included routine business updates from the Utilities Director concerning the SCIIP project phases, water line replacement, SCADA System Bids, and the Unity Tank Project. The City Administrator provided updates on Horton Outdoor Recreational Fields, Streetscape progress, and the Unity Tank property purchase. Old business involved the second reading of an ordinance to rezone a parcel on Anderson Avenue from R-25 to R-20 to facilitate development of up to 28 homes, which was recommended by the Planning Commission. New business addressed a Development Infrastructure Construction Agreement for water service installation at 125 Armstrong Road, nominations and consideration for vacancies on the Planning Commission, review of the FY2026/2027 Budget Calendar, and discussion of the 2026 City Council Meeting Schedule. The Council also considered entering Executive Session to discuss contractual negotiations, legal advice related to a cyber incident investigation, matters involving the Oconee Joint Regional Sewer Authority and Piedmont Municipal Power Agency, and personnel matters concerning the Assistant City Administrator and Code Enforcement Officer.

The City Council meeting included special presentations such as a resolution celebrating the Lazy Daisy Garden Club and a proclamation designating November 20th, 2025, as World Pancreatic Cancer Day. Routine business encompassed updates from the Utilities Director on the SCIIP project phases, outside contractors installing fiber optic lines, SCADA upgrades, and Heirloom Farms water and sewer installation. The City Administrator provided updates on Horton Outdoor Recreational Fields, the Streetscape project, and Christmas activities. Old business involved the consideration of the second reading of an ordinance amending regulations regarding the discharge of firearms. New business included consideration of an ordinance annexing property on Marcengill Road, awarding a bid for the Westminster Electric Underground Project, and discussions on the Oconee Joint Regional Sewer Authority and the location of the City Christmas Tree and parade route.

The Planning Commission meeting included discussions on proposed Planning Commission dates for 2026, and a public hearing regarding the rezoning of an unaddressed parcel on Anderson Avenue. The commission also considered the rezoning of the same parcel, with the applicant desiring to develop new homes if approved. Additionally, the meeting addressed an annexation and contingent zoning classification of a property on Marcengill Road, including discussions on the benefits of annexation and adherence to city procedures.

The meeting included a financial report and a discussion regarding a CBIG application for properties located at 208, 210, and 212 East Main Street. The applicant requested funding for exterior facade painting, specifically a cream color. The request was for two separate properties, and the project was identified as a Category I project. A CBIG application for 216 East Main Street was also discussed, where the applicant requested funding to complete electrical compliance work on the interior electric service panels and convert from 100 to 200 amp breakers. This project was identified as a Category III project. Member comments were also taken.