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P age |1 Stockbridge Bringing People Together AGENDA CITY COUNCIL MEETING MONDAY, JANUARY 11, 2016 6:00 p.m. Mayor & City Council Mayor – Vacant Councilman Elton Alexander Councilman John Blount Mayor Pro Tem Anthony S. Ford Councilwoman LaKeisha Gantt Councilwoman Neat Robinson Administration Michael Harris, City Manager Vanessa Holiday, City Clerk Randi Rainey, Deputy City Clerk Michael Williams, City Attorney I. Call to Order CITY CLERK II. Invocation PASTOR GREENE III. Pledge of Allegiance IV. Swearing In of Newly Elected Officials – JUDGE MATTHEW MCCORD V. Roll Call Present Absent Councilman Alexander __ X __ ______ Councilman Blount __ X __ ______ Mayor (Vacant) ______ ______ Councilman Ford __ X __ ______ Councilwoman Gantt __ X __ ______ Councilwoman Robinson __ X __ ______ VI. Appointment of Mayor Pro Tem - Motion to appoint Anthony Ford Mayor Pro-Tem until next Organizational Meeting to be held after November 2017 Election made by Councilman Blount; second by Councilwoman Gantt; passed 4-0-1 (Mayor Pro-Tem Ford abstained from the vote) January 11, 2016 6:00pm 4640 N. Henry Blvd. Stockbridge, GA 30281 Phone: (770) 389-7900 P age |2 VII. Adoption of the Agenda – Motion to approve made by Councilwoman Gantt; second by Councilwoman Robinson; passed 5-0. VIII. Adoption of Minutes 11/9/15, 11/19/15, 11/24/15, 12/12/15 Motion to approve made by Councilwoman Gantt; second by Councilwoman Robinson; passed 5-0. PUBLIC COMMENTS All persons wishing to speak for public comment must sign in with the City Clerk prior to the beginning of the meeting. You must sign your name, address, and phone number. You will be able to address the Mayor and Council for three (3) minutes. Speakers must respect all members of the elected body, officials, and staff. Defamation, unruliness and/or swearing will not be tolerated while meetings are in session. Mr. Wendell Moore congratulated Council; spoke regarding transparency, spending funds wisely, and parking on the street and noise at the Transfer Station. Ms. Mildred Reed spoke regarding the Stockbridge Beautiful Program (formerly Don’t Trash Stockbridge); Private Security and citizens input into that process. Mrs. Kathryn Gilbert congratulated the Council; spoke about the CID item on the Agenda and Council must adopt an Ordinance; Charter changes and District Voting; December 28th Swearing In of the newly elected officials. Mr. Matthew McCord (serves as the Municipal Court Judge, Stockbridge) noted the tragic loss of his son and on the same night received an email from Henry County on the proposed Police Services Agreement where the county would receive 40% of revenue from the Municipal Court of Stockbridge. Judge McCord noted the court system should not be a means of raising revenue; stated he was charged with justice being done fairly; and noted the proposed agreement for law enforcement for the City would deeply cut his court, however, he believes the Council did the right thing. NEW BUSINESS ITEM #1 – APPOINTMENT OF CITY ATTORNEY Pursuant the City Charter, Section 2.12.040, the City Attorney shall be appointed at the first meeting of the Mayor and Council in January of each year. Motion to approve made by Councilwoman Gantt; second by Councilwoman Robinson; passed 5-0. ITEM #2 – HENRY COUNTY E911 & EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT UPDATE Presented by: Don Ash, E911/Emergency Management Director January 11, 2016 6:00pm 4640 N. Henry Blvd. Stockbridge, GA 30281 Phone: (770) 389-7900 P age |3 ITEM #3 - EXECUTIVE SESSION (Exemptions to the Georgia Open Meetings Act) NO ACTION ITEM #4 – RESOLUTION – Appointment of Vacated Main Street (Downtown Business or Property Owner) Board Member to serve remaining year of an initial 2year term (Expires December 31, 2016) TABLED Gantt/Alexander 5-0 Appointment of City Council Main Street Board Member to serve remaining year of an initial 2-year term (Expires December 31, 2016). Motion to appoint Anthony Ford made by Councilwoman Gantt; second by Councilman Alexander; passed 4-0 (Mayor Pro-Tem Ford abstained from the vote). ITEM #5 – RESOLUTION – Appointment of Vacated Downtown Development Authority Board Member to serve remaining four years of a 6-year term (Expires December 9, 2019); Motion to appoint Rocio Camacho made by Councilman Alexander; second by Councilwoman Robinson; motion failed 2-3-0 with Mayor Pro-Tem Ford, Councilman Blount and Councilwoman Gantt opposed. Appointment of Expired Downtown Development Authority Board Member to serve four-year term (Expires December 9, 2019); No Action. Appointment of Expired City Council Downtown Development Authority Board Member whose term shall coincide with the appointed council member’s term in office. Motion to appoint LaKeisha Gantt made by Councilman Blount; second by Mayor Pro-Tem Ford; passed 4-0. (Councilwoman Gantt abstained from the vote) – 2yr term. ITEM #6 – RESOLUTION – Appointment of Zoning Advisory Board Member to serve remaining two years of a 3-year term (Expires July 2017). TABLED Gantt/Blount 5-0 ITEM #7 – ORDINANCE – Amendment of the City of Stockbridge Ethics Ordinance to increase the number of members appointed to the Ethics Board from three (3) members to five (5) members. Presented by: Michael Williams, City Attorney Motion to approve made by Councilman Alexander; second by Councilwoman Gantt; passed 5-0. ITEM #8 – RESOLUTION authorizing the City of Stockbridge requesting the Henry County Legislative Delegation to introduce local legislation in the General Assembly authorizing Charter amendment (s). Presented by: Michael Williams, City Attorney. Motion to approve Option 1 for Charter changes made by Councilwoman Gantt; second by Councilman Blount; passed 5-0. Motion to approve Charter change to Section 5 Line #983 regarding 50%+1 for majority vote for Mayor made by Councilwoman Gantt; second by Councilman Blount; passed 5-0. Motion to amend the Charter Section 2 Line # 792 to remove the word State to allow officials to be appointed on a State Board made by Councilwoman Gantt; second by Councilwoman Robinson; passed 5-0. January 11, 2016 6:00pm 4640 N. Henry Blvd. Stockbridge, GA 30281 Phone: (770) 389-7900 P age |4 Motion to amend the Charter to eliminate Section 2.35 Line #738 & #739 regarding the sentence that states the Mayor Pro Tem shall not have Veto Power made by Councilwoman Gantt; second by Councilman Blount; approved 4-0-1 (Mayor ProTem abstained from the vote). Motion to approve the Resolution with agreed to Charter changes made by Councilwoman Gantt; second by Councilwoman Robinson; passed 5-0. ITEM #9 – RESOLUTION - To award contract for Inclusive Playground Equipment for Memorial Park in the amount of $80,134.18. Presented by: Michael Harris, City Manager. Motion to approve made by Councilwoman Gantt; second by Councilwoman Robinson; passed 5-0. ITEM #10 – RESOLUTION - To award contract for Privatized Sanitation Services. Presented by: Michael Harris, City Manager. Motion to approve made by Councilwoman Gantt; second by Councilman Alexander; passed 5-0. ITEM #11 - ORDINANCE - Creating the position of Economic Development Director. Presented by: Councilman Alexander. TABLED – Blount/Gantt 5-0 ITEM #12 – RESOLUTION – Encouraging the business community to consider the creation of Community Improvement Districts (CID) in Stockbridge community. Presented by: Councilman Alexander TABLED – Blount/Gantt 4-1 (Alexander Opposed) COUNCIL DISCUSSION ITEM #13 – Discussion - Building repairs for City Hall and Municipal Court. Presented by: Michael Harris, City Manager ITEM #14 – Discussion - Career Expo at the Merle Manders Conference Center 1st Qtr. 2016. Presented by: Councilman Alexander and Quinton Irvin, Goodwill Career Center Manager, Stockbridge, GA Motion to approve Resolution for Career Expo as a City Event made by Councilman Alexander; second by Councilwoman Robinson; passed 4-0. (Councilwoman Gantt was not present for the vote). ITEM #15 – Discussion - Potential Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) with Henry County to look into converting the SPLOST IV Sidewalk Project for Walt Stephens Rd. to Multi-Use Paths connecting Walt Stephens Rd. to Reeves Creek Trail. Presented by: Councilman Alexander No Action. ITEM #16 – Discussion - Keep Stockbridge Beautiful Program adding beautification to North Henry Blvd in front of Stockbridge Elementary School, the corner of Hwy 138 and North Henry Blvd, the hill in front of the water tower, at the I-75 exit, across from the new Fairfield Inn Hotel, as well as keeping the city litter free on an ongoing basis. Presented by: Councilman Alexander. No Action - Consensus to discuss at the February Retreat. January 11, 2016 6:00pm 4640 N. Henry Blvd. Stockbridge, GA 30281 Phone: (770) 389-7900 P age |5 ITEM #17 – Discussion of Committee Appointments Motion to bring Committee Chair and Member appointments forward at the January 26, 2016 Work Session made by Mayor Pro-Tem Ford; second by Councilwoman Gantt; passed 5-0. ITEM #18 – Discussion of Henry County GO! Grant Resolution Presented by: Councilman Alexander. Item to be presented at the January 26, 2016 Work Session upon review of deadline. CITY MANAGER’S COMMENTS Michael Harris noted it was great hearing new ideas and excited about the enthusiasm and energy from the Council. COUNCIL’S COMMENTS Councilman Alexander noted he was excited about the City’s future and goal is to be productive; city needs discussion on transit on January 26th. Councilman Blount thanked everyone for coming out. Councilwoman Gantt thanked everyone for coming out and commended and thanked staff. Councilwoman Robinson wished everyone a Happy New Year and noted she was passionate to work together as a team; ready to do the City’s business and liked that staff was present. MAYOR PRO-TEM’S COMMENTS Mayor Pro-Tem Ford stated it’s a New Year with new beginnings and also stated the City has an outstanding staff; announced Billy Petit as Henry County Paramedic of the Year! ANNOUNCEMENT OF UPCOMING MEETINGS & EVENTS All meetings will be held at City Hall unless otherwise noted. Meeting dates and times are subject to change. Please visit the city’s website www.cityofstockbridge.com, Facebook page or contact City Hall offices at 770.389-7900 for updates and detailed information.  Swearing-In Ceremony for Newly Elected Officials, Thursday, January 14, 2016 at the Merle Manders Conference Center 111 Davis Drive Stockbridge GA at 6pm.  All City offices will be closed Monday, January 18, 2016 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday.  Work Session Meeting, Tuesday, January 26, 2016 at 6pm. Council Chambers.  Coffee with a Cop spearheaded by Mayor Pro-Tem Ford will be held on Saturday, January 30, 2016 from 8:30am – 10am at Bridgeview Country Cooking 4727 N Henry Blvd, Stockbridge, GA 30281. Meeting Adjourned. January 11, 2016 6:00pm 4640 N. Henry Blvd. Stockbridge, GA 30281 Phone: (770) 389-7900

P age |1 Stockbridge Bringing People Together ACTION MINUTES SPECIAL CALLED MEETING THURSDAY, JANUARY 7, 2016 5:00 p.m. Mayor & City Council Mayor – Vacant Councilman Elton Alexander Councilman John Blount Councilman Anthony S. Ford Councilwoman LaKeisha Gantt Councilwoman Neat Robinson Administration Michael Harris, City Manager Vanessa Holiday, City Clerk Randi Rainey, Deputy City Clerk Michael Williams, City Attorney I. Call to Order (Clerk of Council cited Charter Section 2.04.040) II. Invocation (Kathy Gilbert) III. Pledge of Allegiance IV. Roll Call Present Absent Councilman Alexander ___x__ ______ Councilman Blount ___x__ ______ Mayor (Vacant) ______ ___x__ Councilman Ford ___x__ ______ Councilwoman Gantt ___x__ ______ Councilwoman Robinson ___x__ ______ Clerk of Council recommended Council select a Presiding Officer for the remainder of the meeting. January 7, 2016 5:00pm 4640 N. Henry Blvd. Stockbridge, GA 30281 Phone: (770) 389-7900 P age |2 Motion to appoint Councilwoman LaKeisha Gantt as Presiding Officer made by Councilman Ford; second by Councilman Blount; motion passed 4-0. Councilwoman Gantt (Presiding Officer) did not participate in the vote. V. Adoption of the Agenda Motion to adopt the Agenda made by Councilman Ford; second by Councilwoman Robinson; motion passed 4-0. Councilwoman Gantt (Presiding Officer) did not participate in the vote. NEW BUSINESS ITEM #1 - EXECUTIVE SESSION (Exemptions to the Georgia Open Meetings Act)  A. Meeting to discuss or vote to authorize the settlement of a matter covered by the attorney-client privilege as provided in Georgia Code section 50-14-2(1) and 50-14-3(b)(1)(A). The subject discussed was [identify the case or claim discussed but not the substance of the attorney-client discussion].  H. Pursuant to the attorney-client privilege and as provided by Georgia Code section 50-14-2(1), a meeting otherwise required to be open was closed to the public in order to consult and meet with legal counsel pertaining to pending or potential litigation, settlement, claims, administrative proceedings, or other judicial actions brought or to be brought by or against the agency or any officer or employee or in which the agency or any officer or employee may be directly involved and the matter discussed was [identify the matter but not the substance of the discussion]. Motion to convene Executive Session made by Councilman Ford; second by Councilman Alexander; motion passed 4-0. Councilwoman Gantt (Presiding Officer) did not participate in the vote. Motion to adjourn Executive Session made by Councilman Ford; second by Councilman Alexander; motion passed 4-0. Councilwoman Gantt (Presiding Officer) did not participate in the vote. Motion to reconvene Special Called Meeting made by Councilman Ford; second by Councilman Blount; motion passed 4-0. Councilwoman Gantt (Presiding Officer) did not participate in the vote. City Attorney Williams stated that based on a recommendation Legal Counsel, a motion would be in order to approve the Law Enforcement Services Agreement with Henry County as prepared by Counsel, and to authorize the Presiding Officer to sign agreement on behalf of the Council and Clerk to attest. Councilman Ford made a motion to approve; second by Councilman Blount; motion passed 4-0. Councilwoman Gantt (Presiding Officer) did not participate in the vote. Motion to adjourn made by Councilman Alexander; second by Councilwoman Robinson; motion passed 4-0. Councilwoman Gantt (Presiding Officer) did not participate in the vote. January 7, 2016 5:00pm 4640 N. Henry Blvd. Stockbridge, GA 30281 Phone: (770) 389-7900

P age |1 ACTION MIINUTES SPECIAL CALLED MEETING CITY OF STOCKBRIDGE MONDAY, DECEMBER 21, 2015 5:00 PM Mayor & City Council Administration Michael Harris, City Manager Vanessa Holiday, City Clerk Randi Rainey, Deputy City Clerk Michael Williams, City Attorney Alphonso Thomas, Mayor Pro Tem Robin Buschman, Councilwoman Anthony S. Ford, Councilman LaKeisha Gantt, Councilwoman Regina Lewis Ward, Councilwoman The Special Called Meeting was called to order by Mayor Pro Tem Thomas at 5:02 p.m. City Clerk, Vanessa Holiday proceeded with a verbal roll call of the Council. All members were present excluding Councilwoman Buschman. A quorum was confirmed. Reverend Bruce Smith, Sr. provided the invocation. The pledge of allegiance was recited by all in attendance. Councilman Ford made a motion to amend the Agenda to remove Item #3 and table the item to be heard at the January 11, 2016 City’s Organizational Meeting; second by Councilwoman Gantt. Section 2.12 of the Charter was read into the record by the City Clerk; Approved 3-0 (Mayor Pro Tem Thomas did not participate in the vote). NEW BUSINESS Item #1- Personnel Matters Presented By: Mayor Pro Tem Thomas City Attorney Michael Williams referenced Merit pay increases in the amount of 5% for the City Treasurer and City Clerk. Motion to approve made by Councilwoman Gantt; second by Councilwoman Lewis Ward. Approved 3-0. (Mayor Pro Tem Thomas did not participate in the vote). Item #2- Carrie Mae Hambrick Cultural Arts Enrichment Center Dedication Presented By: Mayor Pro Tem Thomas Mayor Pro Tem Thomas requested funding of the plaque for the building to be named in honor of Carrie Mae Hambrick. Motion to approve made by Councilwoman Gantt; second by Councilman Ford. Approved 3-0. (Mayor Pro Tem Thomas did not participate in the vote). Item #3- Council Appointments and Vacancies Item Tabled to be heard January 11, 2016. Motion to adjourn made by Councilwoman Gantt; second by Councilman Ford. Approved 3-0. (Mayor Pro Tem Thomas did not participate in the vote). December 21, 2015 5:00pm 4640 N. Henry Blvd. Stockbridge, GA 30281 Phone: (770) 389-7900

P age |1 ACTION MINUTES COUNCIL MEETING CITY OF STOCKBRIDGE MONDAY, DECEMBER 14, 2015 6:00 PM Mayor & City Council Tim L. Thompson, Mayor Alphonso Thomas, Mayor Pro Tem Robin Buschman, Councilwoman Anthony S. Ford, Councilman LaKeisha Gantt, Councilwoman Regina Lewis Ward, Councilwoman Administration Michael Harris, City Manager Vanessa Holiday, City Clerk Randi Rainey, Deputy City Clerk Michael Williams, City Attorney I. Call to Order II. Roll Call Present Absent Councilwoman Buschman __X____ ______ Councilwoman Lewis Ward __X____ ______ Mayor Pro Tem Thomas __X____ ______ Mayor Thompson __X___ ______ Councilman Ford __X___ ______ Councilwoman Gantt __X___ ______ III. Invocation Mildred Reed IV. Pledge of Allegiance V. Adoption of the Agenda- Buschman to amend the agenda and movie item #1 after executive session and include 4 new items/ Thomas Passed 5-0. VI. Adoption of the Minutes 9/29/15, 10/12/15, 10/27/15, 10/27/15 SCM, 10/30/15 SCMFord/Gantt Passed 5-0 PUBLIC COMMENTS All persons wishing to speak for public comment must sign in with the City Clerk prior to the beginning of the meeting. You must sign your name, address, and phone number. You will be able to address the Mayor and Council for three (3) minutes. Speakers must respect all members of the elected body, officials, and staff. Defamation, unruliness and/or swearing will not be tolerated while meetings are in session. December 14, 2015 6:00pm 4640 N. Henry Blvd. Stockbridge, GA 30281 Phone: (770) 389-7900 P age |2 Harold Thibodeaux spoke in regards of seeing more transparency and being more responsible. Kathy Gilbert spoke in regards to Mayor Thompson “hot head” behavior and the incident with the City Clerk; also stated Council has the power to do something. Leonard Yancey wanted clarification about the Ethics Board. Elton Alexander expressed his concerns with what is going on with council and stated the citizen’s calls for transparency. Don Dunlap spoke in regards of restoring the training funds for mayor and council. CEREMONIAL Congratulations! Anita Gunnoe, Stockbridge Municipal Court Clerk honored as Georgia Municipal Association 2015 Court Clerk of the year. NO ACTION TAKEN NEW BUSINESS Item #2 - CONSENT AGENDA Lewis Ward/Ford Passed 5-0. RESOLUTION- Expansion of Main Street Boundaries RESOLUTION- Honorarium Proposal to name the former Hamilton State Bank Operations Center the Carrie Mae Hambrick Cultural Arts & Enrichment Center in honor of Carrie Mae Hambrick for her dedication to the Stockbridge Community. RESOLUTION- 2016 Water Rates RESOLUTION- Write-Off of Expired Probation Fines $82,968 RESOLUTION- Write-Off of City Bad Debt $18,088.33 Item #3 – Resolution – Honorarium Proposal to name one of the State interchanges after M. L. King Sr. - Spearheaded by State Representative Andy Welch. Thomas/Gantt Passed 5-0 Item #4 – Ordinance – 2016 Meeting Schedule Presented by: Vanessa Holiday, City Clerk Gantt/Ford Passed 5-0 Item #5 – Resolution – To Appoint City Manager as Local Agency Security Officer (LASO) for the City of Stockbridge Presented by: Michael Williams, City Attorney Buschman/ Gantt Passed 5-0 December 14, 2015 6:00pm 4640 N. Henry Blvd. Stockbridge, GA 30281 Phone: (770) 389-7900 P age |3 Item #6 – Resolution – Contract for Information Technology (IT) Services. Presented by: Michael Harris, City Manager Gantt/Ford Passed 5-0 Item #7 – Ordinance– City of Stockbridge Noise Ordinance Presented by: Dale Hall, Administration and Community Services Director Ford/ Buschman Passed 4-1 (Lewis Ward opposed) Item #8 - Ordinance- Procedures for preparing agenda books for Council Meetings Presented by: Michael Williams, City Attorney Gantt/ Ford Passed 4-0 Item #9- Ordinance- Employee rights on non-department heads appointed employees Presented by: Michael Williams, City Attorney Gantt/ Buschman 4-0 Item #10- Resolution- Adopt conflict resolution policy for the employees of the City of Stockbridge Presented by: Michael Williams, City Attorney Lewis Ward motioned to table item until new council is appointed/ Ford Passed 4-0 OLD BUSINESS Item #11 – Ordinance- Adoption of the FY16 Annual Operating Budget w/Organizational Chart, and Pay & Classifications and Job Descriptions Presented by: Linda Nabers, Treasurer Ford/Gantt Passed 4-0 (Mayor Pro Tem Thomas did not participate in the vote) CITY MANAGER’S COMMENTS Michael Harris- None COUNCIL’S COMMENTS Councilwoman Buschman- Wished everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays. Councilwoman Lewis Ward-Spoke about the December 12, 2015 Special Called Meeting. Mrs. Lewis Ward stated no one should be intimidated; and how the Mayor’s investigation failed Council due to certain conversations being left out of the report. Mrs. Lewis Ward stated its council responsibility to open the door for those who have been exposed to a hostile work environment. Mrs. Lewis Ward also read into the record an email from a concerned citizen. December 14, 2015 6:00pm 4640 N. Henry Blvd. Stockbridge, GA 30281 Phone: (770) 389-7900 P age |4 Mayor Pro Tem Thomas- Thanked the citizens for allowing him to serve and hopes his tenure goes a long way. He also thanked the staff members and told the new elected officials to stay strong. Mr. Thomas expressed it was a pleasure working with Councilwoman Lewis Ward, Gantt and Councilman Ford and hates they could not stay on course. Mr. Thomas also spoke in the investigation and stated everyone should be accountable; and when violated, someone should be held accountable. He wants the truth. Councilman Ford- Congratulated Eagles Landing Christian Academy on their State Football Championship and to Stockbridge High School for their outstanding season as well. Mr. Ford also mentioned this has been a learning experience for him and wished everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays. Councilwoman Gantt- stated she has prayed and asked for guidance and stated employees deserves respect. Mrs. Gantt expressed how scared she is sometimes leaving City Hall at night and scared Tim Thompson would retaliate on her. Mrs. Gantt also expressed how disappointed she is that nothing has been done; and enough is enough. MAYOR’S COMMENTS Mayor Thompson- spoke on how there has been a lot of incorrect things said about him and how no one from City Hall has filed a complaint against him. Mr. Thompson stated this is a character assassination and it needs to stop. City Attorney, Mike Williams stated the standards are much broader to speak out being a public figure. Mayor Pro Tem Thomas expressed he is seeking the truth and facts with the investigation and he voted to approved to waive the confidentiality. Mr. Thomas stated Vanessa Holiday is a great at her job and is very professional. Mr. Thomas stated Mr. Thompson stated he would do everything in his power to keep Mrs. Holiday out and how he did not want her there. Councilwoman Lewis Ward motioned to issue a 10 day hearing notice pursuant to Section 2.17(b) (1); Mayor Pro Tem Thomas provided the second Councilman Ford stated it is with a heavy heart that he agreed with the initial investigation and was satisfied with the results. Mr. Ford stated he has not had any threats from Tim Thompson; and if there is bullying, it needs to be checked out. Councilwoman Buschman stated Councilwoman Gantt brought guidelines on harassment; it is council’s job to protect staff if they come to them. Mayor Thompson stated he has heard a lot and it is all politics. No member of staff has filed a complaint on him. Mr. Thompson expressed it is with a heavy heart that he is resigning as mayor effective immediately on December 14, 2015 at 10:57pm. Councilwoman Lewis ward withdrew her motion for the 10 day hearing. Councilwoman Buschman motioned to accept the mayors resignation/ Lewis ward provided the second; the motion passed 3-1 (Ford opposed) (Mayor Pro Tem Thomas did not participate in the vote) December 14, 2015 6:00pm 4640 N. Henry Blvd. Stockbridge, GA 30281 Phone: (770) 389-7900 P age |5 Motion to convene into Executive Session at 7:09pm for Litigation, Personnel and Real Estate A-F and H Ford/ Buschman Passed 4-0 (Mayor Pro Tem Thomas was not in attendance for vote. EXECUTIVE SESSION (Exemptions to the Georgia Open Meetings Act)  A. Meeting to discuss or vote to authorize the settlement of a matter covered by the attorney-client privilege as provided in Georgia Code section 50-14-2(1) and 50-14-3(b)(1)(A). The subject discussed was [identify the case or claim discussed but not the substance of the attorney-client discussion].  B. Meeting to discuss or vote to authorize negotiations to purchase, dispose of or lease property as provided in Georgia Code section 50-14-3(b)(1)(B).  C. Meeting to discuss or vote to authorize the ordering of an appraisal related to the acquisition or disposal of real estate as provided in Georgia Code section 50-14-3(b)(1)(C).  D. Meeting to discuss or vote to enter into a contract to purchase, dispose of, or lease property subject to approval in a subsequent public vote as provided in Georgia Code section 50-14-3(b)(1)(D).  E. Meeting to discuss or vote to enter into an option to purchase, dispose of, or lease real estate subject to approval in a subsequent public vote as provided in Georgia Code section 50-14-3(b)(1)(E).  F. Meeting to discuss or deliberate upon the appointment, employment, compensation, hiring, disciplinary action or dismissal, or periodic evaluation or rating of a public officer or employee as provided in Georgia Code section 50-14-3(b)(2).  G. Meeting to interview one or more applicants for the position of the executive head of an agency as provided in Georgia Code section 50-14-3(b)(2).  H. Pursuant to the attorney-client privilege and as provided by Georgia Code section 50-14-2(1), a meeting otherwise required to be open was closed to the public in order to consult and meet with legal counsel pertaining to pending or potential litigation, settlement, claims, administrative proceedings, or other judicial actions brought or to be brought by or against the agency or any officer or employee or in which the agency or any officer or employee may be directly involved and the matter discussed was [identify the matter but not the substance of the discussion].  I. Staff meeting held for investigative purposes under duties or responsibilities imposed by law as provided by Georgia Code section 50-14-3(a) (1). Motion to end executive session at 10:08pm- Buschman/ Thomas Passed 5-0. Motion to reconvene into regular council meeting- Thomas/ Ford Passed 5-0. Motion to reconvene back into executive session at 11:31pm- Buschman/ Lewis Ward Passed 4-0. December 14, 2015 6:00pm 4640 N. Henry Blvd. Stockbridge, GA 30281 Phone: (770) 389-7900 P age |6 Motion to end executive session at 11:41pm- Lewis Ward/ Buschman Passed 4-0 (Mayor Pro Tem Thomas did not participate in the vote) Motion to reconvene back into city council meeting- Buschman/ Ford Passed 4-0 (Mayor Pro Tem Thomas did not participate in the vote) Motion to adjourn at 11:42pm- Lewis Ward/ Ford Passed 4-0 (Mayor Pro Tem Thomas did not participate in the vote) December 14, 2015 6:00pm 4640 N. Henry Blvd. Stockbridge, GA 30281 Phone: (770) 389-7900