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--- page 1 --- Page |1 AGENDA CITY COUNCIL MEETING MONDAY, JANUARY 11, 2016 6:00 p.m. Mayor & City Council Administration Mayor — Vacant Michael Harrls, Cit Manafier Councilman Elton Alexander Vanessa Holiday, City Cler Councilman John Blount Rand |RameY , Deputy City Clerk Councilman Anthony S. Ford Michael Williams, City Attorney Councilwoman LaKeisha Gantt Councilwoman Neat Robinson Iv. " V. VL Vil VIIL Call to Order Invocation Pledge of Allegiance Swearing In of Newly Elected Officials Roll Call , Present Absent Councilman Alexander Councilman Blount Mayor (Vacant) ___ . Councilman Ford - - Councilwoman Gantt - — Councilwoman Robinson Appointment of Mayor Pro Tem Adoption of the Agenda Adoption of Minutes 11/9/15, 11/19/15, 11/24/15, 1211215 January 11, 2016 6:00pm 4640 N. Henry Blvd. Stockbridge, GA 30281 Phone: (770) 389-7900 --- page 2 --- Page 2 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. 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. ITEM #2 — HENRY COUNTY E911 & EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT UPDATE Presented by: Don Ash, E911/Emergency Management Director ITEM #3 - EXECUTIVE SESSION (Exemptions to the Georgia Open Meetings Act) o 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). o 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). o 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). o 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). o 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). o 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). o 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). January 11,2016 6:00pm 4640 N, Henry Blvd. Stockbridge, GA 30281 Phone: (770) 389-7900 --- page 3 --- Page |3 o H. Pursuant fo 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]. a 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). ITEM #4 — RESOLUTION - Appointment of Vacated Main Street (Downtown Business or Property Owner) Board Member to serve remaining year of an initial 2- year term (Expires December 31, 2016) and Appointment of City Council Main Street Board Member to serve remaining year of an initial 2-year term (Expires December 31, 2016). 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); Appointment of Expired Downtown Development Authority Board Member to serve four-year term (Expires December 9, 2019); Appointment of Expired City Council Downtown Development Authority Board Member whose term shall coincide with the appointed council member’s term in office. 6 year term 4 year term Council Member term ITEM #6 — RESOLUTION — Appointment of Zoning Advisory Board Member to serve remaining two years of a 3-year term (Expires July 2017) January 11,2016 6:00pm 4640 N. Henry Blvd. Stockbridge, GA 30281 Phone: (770) 389-7900 --- page 4 --- Page |4 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 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 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 ITEM #10 — RESOLUTION - To award contract for Privatized Sanitation Services. Presented by: Michael Harris, City Manager ITEM #11 - ORDINANCE - Creating the position of Economic Development Director. Presented by: Councilman Alexander ITEM #12 — RESOLUTION - Encouraging the business community to consider the creation of Community Improvement Districts (CID) in Stockbridge community. Presented by: Councilman Alexander 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 15t Qtr. 2016. Presented by: Councilman Alexander and Quinton Irvin, Goodwill Career Center Manager, Stockbridge, GA 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 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 ITEM #17 — Discussion of Committee Appointments ITEM #18 — Discussion of Henry County GO! Grant Resolution Presented by: Councilman Alexander January 11,2016 6:00pm 4640 N. Henry Blvd. Stockbridge, GA 30281 Phone: (770) 389-7900 --- page 5 --- Page |’_5 CITY MANAGER’S COMMENTS Michael Harris COUNCIL’S COMMENTS Councilman Alexander Councilman Blount Councilman Ford Councilwoman Gantt Councilwoman Robinson MAYOR’S COMMENTS ANNOUNCENMENT OF UPCOMING MEETINGS & EVENTS Ali 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. MOTION TO ADJOURN January 11, 2016 6:00pm 4640 N. Henry Blvd. Stockbridge, GA 30281 Phone: (770) 389-7900

P age |1 Stockbridge Bringing People Together AGENDA 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 II. Invocation III. Pledge of Allegiance IV. Roll Call Present Absent Councilman Alexander ______ ______ Councilman Blount ______ ______ Mayor (Vacant) ______ ______ Councilman Ford ______ ______ Councilwoman Gantt ______ ______ Councilwoman Robinson ______ ______ V. Adoption of the Agenda January 7, 2016 5:00pm 4640 N. Henry Blvd. Stockbridge, GA 30281 Phone: (770) 389-7900 P age |2 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].  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 ADJOURN January 7, 2016 5:00pm 4640 N. Henry Blvd. Stockbridge, GA 30281 Phone: (770) 389-7900

P age |1 AGENDA 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 I. Call to Order II. Roll Call Present Absent Councilwoman Buschman ______ ______ Councilwoman Lewis Ward ______ ______ Mayor Pro Tem Thomas ______ ______ Councilman Ford ______ ______ Councilwoman Gantt ______ ______ III. Invocation IV. Pledge of Allegiance V. Adoption of the Agenda NEW BUSINESS Item #1- Personnel Matters Presented By: Mayor Pro Tem Thomas Item #2- Carrie Mae Hambrick Cultural Arts Enrichment Center Dedication Presented By: Mayor Pro Tem Thomas Item #3- Council Appointments and Vacancies Presented By: Mayor Pro Tem Thomas December 21, 2015 5:00pm 4640 N. Henry Blvd. Stockbridge, GA 30281 Phone: (770) 389-7900 P age |2 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 Adjourn. December 21, 2015 5:00pm 4640 N. Henry Blvd. Stockbridge, GA 30281 Phone: (770) 389-7900

P age |1 AGENDA 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 ______ ______ Councilwoman Lewis Ward ______ ______ Mayor Pro Tem Thomas ______ ______ Mayor Thompson ______ ______ Councilman Ford ______ ______ Councilwoman Gantt ______ ______ III. Invocation IV. Pledge of Allegiance V. Adoption of the Agenda VI. Adoption of the Minutes 9/29/15, 10/12/15, 10/27/15, 10/27/15 SCM, 10/30/15 SCM 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 CEREMONIAL Congratulations! Anita Gunnoe, Stockbridge Municipal Court Clerk honored as Georgia Municipal Association 2015 Court Clerk of the year. OLD BUSINESS Item #1 – Ordinance- Adoption of the FY16 Annual Operating Budget w/Organizational Chart, and Pay & Classifications and Job Descriptions Presented by: Linda Nabers, Treasurer NEW BUSINESS Item #2 - CONSENT AGENDA 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. Item #4 – Ordinance – 2016 Meeting Schedule Presented by: Vanessa Holiday, City Clerk Item #5 – Resolution – To Appoint City Manager as Local Agency Security Officer (LASO) for the City of Stockbridge Presented by: Michael Williams, City Attorney Item #6 – Resolution – Contract for Information Technology (IT) Services. Presented by: Michael Harris, City Manager Item #7 – Ordinance– City of Stockbridge Noise Ordinance Presented by: Dale Hall, Administration and Community Services Director December 14, 2015 6:00pm 4640 N. Henry Blvd. Stockbridge, GA 30281 Phone: (770) 389-7900 P age |3 CITY MANAGER’S COMMENTS Michael Harris COUNCIL’S COMMENTS Councilwoman Buschman Councilwoman Lewis Ward Mayor Pro Tem Thomas Councilman Ford Councilwoman Gantt MAYOR’S COMMENTS Mayor Thompson 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 check the city’s website www.cityofstockbridge.com or contact City Hall offices at 770.389-7900 for information.  All City offices will be TEMPORARILY CLOSED from 12:00PM-2:00PM on Friday. December 18, 2015.  All City offices will be closed Thursday, December 24, 2015 and Friday, December 25, 2015 for the Christmas holiday.  All City offices will be closed Friday, January 1, 2016 for New Year’s Day. PLEASE CHECK THE CITY’S WEBSITE AND FACEBOOK PAGE FOR THE SANITATION HOLIDAY PICKUP SCHEDULE. 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). December 14, 2015 6:00pm 4640 N. Henry Blvd. Stockbridge, GA 30281 Phone: (770) 389-7900 P age |4  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 Adjourn. December 14, 2015 6:00pm 4640 N. Henry Blvd. Stockbridge, GA 30281 Phone: (770) 389-7900

P age |1 AGENDA SPECIAL CALLED MEETING CITY OF STOCKBRIDGE CITY COUNCIL AND DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MONDAY, DECEMBER 14, 2015 5:00 P.M. 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 (Mayor & Council) Councilwoman Buschman Present ______ Absent ______ Councilwoman Lewis Ward ______ ______ Mayor Pro Tem Thomas ______ ______ Mayor Thompson ______ ______ Councilman Ford ______ ______ Councilwoman Gantt ______ ______ Downtown Development Authority Raoul Clarke, Vice-Chairman Mildred E. Reed, Secretary Renee Shaw, Treasurer Carlos Smith, Communications Director Kenneth Bernard, Board Attorney I. Call to Order II. Roll Call (DDA) Raoul Clarke Present ______ Absent ______ Mildred E. Reed ______ ______ Renee Shaw ______ ______ Carlos Smith ______ ______ III. Invocation IV. Pledge of Allegiance V. Adoption of the Agenda December 14, 2015 5:00pm 4640 N. Henry Blvd. Stockbridge, GA 30281 Phone: (770) 389-7900 P age |2  OPEN DISCUSSION - CITY OF STOCKBRIDGE/DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY PARTNERSHIP EXECUTIVE SESSION 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 ADJOURN – CITY OF STOCKBRIDGE MOTION TO ADJOURN – DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY December 14, 2015 5:00pm 4640 N. Henry Blvd. Stockbridge, GA 30281 Phone: (770) 389-7900