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STOCKBRIDGE CITY COUNCIL Mayor Jayden L. Williams At-Large Council Meeting Agenda May 11, 2026 6:00 PM Mayor Pro Tem Elton Alexander Council District 5 Councilmember LaKeisha Gantt Council District 1 Councilmember Antwan Cloud Council District 2 Councilmember Kyle D. Berry, Sr. Council District 3 Councilmember Yolanda Barber Council District 4 CITY MANAGER STOCKBRIDGE CITY HALL Shawn Edmondson 4640 NORTH HENRY BLVD. INTERIM CITY CLERK Cassandra Lester CITY TREASURER Frank Milazi CITY ATTORNEY Quinton G. Washington Megan McCulloch STOCKBRIDGE, GA 30281 Website: www.stockbridgega.org Phone: 770-389-7900 Fax: 770-389-7912 Translation and Interpretation Services are available with (7) days prior notice. Please contact the City’s HR Manager at 770-389-7908 for assistance. AGENDA COUNCIL MEETING CITY OF STOCKBRIDGE MONDAY, MAY 11, 2026 6:00 PM CALL TO ORDER INVOCATION PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA ADOPTION OF THE MINUTES 1 Approval of the Work Session Summary Minutes April 28, 2026 Approval of the City Council Summary Minutes April 13, 2026 Approval of the Planning Retreat Summary Minutes Day 1 - March 4, 2026 Approval of the Planning Retreat Summary Minutes Day 2 - March 5, 2026 Approval of the Planning Retreat Summary Minutes Day 3 - March 6, 2026 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. QUARTERLY REPORTS - Boards & Committees 2 Downtown Development Authority Quarterly Report - 1st Qtr. 2026 Citywide Development Authority Quarterly Report - 1st Qtr. 2026 Youth Council Quarterly Report - 1st Qtr. 2026 CEREMONIAL REVIEW - Move with Mayor Presentation; National Public Works Week Proclamation NEW BUSINESS Page | 3 3 4 APPEAL CASE #AP-2026-01. (Council District 4) Consideration of an appeal of the completed Zoning Verification Letter (ZVL) for two parcels at the southwest corner of East Atlanta Road and Stagecoach Road, including Parcel #047-01016001 with 2.64 acres and Parcel #02802021005 with 10.88 acres. Applicant / Property Owner: Samir Patel. Agent: Newton Galloway, Attorney. The ZVL was completed on March 27, 2026, and the applicant filed the appeal on April 19, 2026. - Presented by: Ryan Anderson Council Consideration For A Resolution Establishing A Council Voting Member As Intergovernmental Representative - Presented by: MAYOR'S COMMENTS (Jayden Williams) EXECUTIVE SESSION (Exemptions to the Georgia Open Meetings Acts) ANNOUNCEMENTS OF UPCOMING MEETINGS & EVENTS City Council Meetings are held on the second Monday of each month, and Work Sessions are held the last Tuesday of the month at the Stockbridge City Hall - City Council Chamber. Meeting times and dates may change. Please visit www.stockbridgega.org for updates. The City of Stockbridge adheres to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need auxiliary services to participate in the meetings, please contact City Hall at 770-389-7900 in advance. ADJOURNMENT May 11, 2026 6:00 PM 4640 N. Henry Stockbridge, GA 30281 Phone: (770) 389-7900 CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION SUMMARY MINUTES TUESDAY APRIL 28, 2026 6:00 P.M. Mayor & City Council Mayor Jayden L. Willams At-Large Mayor Pro Tem Elton Alexander – Council District 5 Councilmember LaKeisha Gantt – Council District 1 Councilmember Antwan Cloud – Council District 2 Councilmember Kyle D. Berry, Sr. – Council District 3 Councilmember Yolanda Barber – Council District 4 Administration Shawn Edmondson – City Manager Frank Milazi – City Treasurer Cassandra Lester – Interim City Clerk Quinton Washington – City Attorney Megan McCullough – Associate Attorney Mission: To provide visionary leadership and superior municipal services that enhance the quality of life for citizens while creating a welcoming business atmosphere focused on sustainability and expansion of tourism and cultural events. Mayor Jayden Williams called the April 28, 2026 Stockbridge City Council Work Session meeting to order at 6:00 PM. Mayor Wiliams led the invocation and Pledge of Allegiance. Interim City Clerk Cassandra Lester conducted roll call. A quorum was established. Councilmember Kyle Berry was not present. Mayor Williams requested adoption of the agenda with two amendments: (1) addition of a council consideration to approve the Move with the Mayor initiative for the MLK Senior Trail Unity Walk, including a temporary road closure; and (2) addition of a presentation by Ms. Kim Denmark during the public comment/presentation portion of the meeting to allow sufficient time for her remarks. Motion to adopt the agenda as amended (Move with the Mayor initiative and Kim Denmark presentation) was made by Councilmember Cloud and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Alexander. The motion passed 4-0. A secondary request was made by Councilmember Barber to add an item to the agenda to discuss the Tranquil Trail development, citing that she had not received responses to inquiries directed to Community Development, the City Manager, or legal staff, and noting that the development had required five council votes to approve. 1|Page Councilmember Gantt acknowledged that the matter was actively being addressed and that a town hall was being scheduled within approximately 15 days, stating that she had met with relevant parties that same morning and had visited the site multiple times. Councilmember Barber maintained that the full council was not being kept informed of discussions and that, as a voting member on the original approval, she was entitled to updates. The motion to add the Tranquil Trail item to the agenda failed for lack of a second. Councilmember Barber added for the record “What I have asked is to add an item to the agenda for discussion so that I can hear from legal, so that I can hear from community development so that I can hear from the city manager. I haven't heard anything. This is a development that took five votes to approve. If there are any changes to this, I'm expecting that it will come right back here to this governing body. I know no other details. I know nothing about a 15 day wait. Whatever discussions that are being had are not being had without the full council. I get, this is not in my district, but again, it took five votes to approve it. Me being one of the people who approved it, I approved this proposal based on what was presented to us. What I want is an update and because I'm not getting answers to the questions that I have sent to community development, to the city manager, to the zoning attorney, to the city's attorney, I'm asking to have a discussion right here, right now. These homeowners, they're here. Again, they're not going to stop coming until they have answers. They're not going to stop contacting any of us until they have answers. Rightfully so. I want to be able to give him an answer. I don't have an answer. The people who have the answers are not speaking or at least they're not sharing it with the full counsel. I want that for the record.” ADOPTION OF THE MINUTES April 13, 2026 City Council Summary Minutes and Planning Retreat Summary Minutes Day 1–3 (March 4–6, 2026) were submitted for review CEREMONIAL REVIEW Improving Mental Health Through the Move with the Mayor Mayor Williams recaptured the presented of a proclamation to Mr. Larry Malone (El Malone Fitness) in connection with the Move with the Mayor Spring Mental Health and Physical Activity Challenge, a National Forum initiative coinciding with Mental Health Awareness Month in May. The proclamation recognized the importance of physical activity and social connection, with particular emphasis on veterans and older adults. Mr. Malone briefly addressed the Council and expressed his honor in partnering with the city. PUBLIC COMMENTS Five speakers signed up for public comment. Four addressed the Council on matters related to the Tranquil Trail residential development adjacent to the Spivey Cove and Spivey Ridge subdivisions in Clayton County. The fifth public comment was deferred to allow additional time for a full presentation. Dave Murphy (2877 Mandy Court, Lake Spivey), a 30-year homeowner in the Spivey Cove subdivision, described the community as intentionally built and deeply connected, and expressed that the development as currently being executed differs materially from what was approved, including the removal of buffer trees. Blanca Velazquez (212 Hunting Court) expressed concerns about trees that were cleared in her backyard, noting that the remaining trees posed a risk of falling onto homes during storms. Kathy Walker (200 Hunting Court), HOA president of Spivey Ridge, stated that the natural tree buffer protecting residents had been stripped away and replaced with a proposal for a single row of trees, which she characterized as wholly inadequate. She called for true restoration of privacy buffers, proper drainage, backyard leveling, and full transparency regarding the project's 2|Page financial details and decision-making. She submitted copies of the developer's approved site and landscaping plans to the Council for review. Mike Adams (224 Hunting Court) described in detail the destruction of a natural buffer of over 100 feet of mature pines, maples, and oaks behind his property, stating that zero buffer remained. He reported witnessing multiple semi-trucks hauling away the mulched trees the previous day. He implored the Council to hold the developer accountable and to enforce the buffer requirements as mandated. PRESENTATION Walk Across America (Kim Denmark) Ms. Kim Denmark appeared before the Council to present her "Walk Across America" initiative, an effort she has sustained for sixteen years across sixteen states and over 6,500 miles to assist homeless veterans in finding housing and employment. A news segment was played illustrating her work. Ms. Denmark gave a personal testimony about the life experiences that led her to undertake the walk and described her plans to depart Stockbridge on May 23rd, walking approximately nine miles to Riverdale/Jonesboro. Ms. Denmark requested two forms of city support: (1) a police escort from City Hall to the Stockbridge city limits along North Henry Boulevard; and (2) hotel lodging for two rooms (one for herself and one for security) for one night as she passes through the area. Council members expressed admiration for Ms. Denmark's work. Mayor Pro Tem Alexander suggested connecting Ms. Denmark with retired Master Sergeant Patricia Bayden and her organization, Southern Crescent Veterans, noting natural synergy between the two efforts. Councilmember Cloud commended the work, noting he refers to homeless individuals as "people in need." Councilmember Barber thanked Ms. Denmark for shining a spotlight on the homeless and veteran communities. Mayor Pro Tem Alexander stated that Ms. Denmark's request for support was within the city manager's spending limit and could be addressed offline. QUARTERLY REPORTS City Treasurer's Quarterly Report – 1st Qtr. 2026 City Treasurer Frank Milazi reported that the FY 2026 adopted budget is $34.7 million (balanced). As of the report date, revenues received totaled $7.5 million (22%) and expenditures totaled $9.3 million (28%), with the expenditure lead attributable to revenue timing, particularly sales tax receipts. He reported 542 homestead exemption applicants processed between January and April across three exemption tiers (B1 basic, B2 age 62+, and B3 septic tank). The 2025 fiscal year closeout was underway, with the audit scheduled to begin May 4 and auditors arriving on-site May 11. Treasurer Milazi also noted that bank reconciliations were current through March 2026; a significant improvement from a six-month lag in 2024; and that the positions of Budget Manager and Senior Accountant had been filled. Public Works Quarterly Report – 1st Qtr. 2026 Public Works Director Decius Aaron presented the first quarter report. Highlights included: collection of 1,323 bags of litter totaling 15,876 pounds; 153 shopping carts, 39 mattresses, and 100 tires retrieved; approximately 10,100 residential sanitation customers serviced monthly; 18.8 million gallons of water produced and 47.9 million gallons purchased; 53.376 million gallons of wastewater treated (approximately 593,000 gallons per day) with no sewer spills; and 1,600 miles swept by street sweeper. Mr. Aaron noted that a third street sweeper was in the procurement discussion phase, which would significantly reduce the street-sweeping cycle. Councilmember Barber raised the issue of shopping carts scattered throughout the city and inquired whether cart owners could be identified. Mr. Aaron confirmed Walmart on Davis Road 3|Page as a primary source. Councilmember Barber suggested the Council consider requiring businesses to implement cart-containment technology. Mayor Pro Tem Alexander commended Public Works staff for their work on the Hudson Bridge Road community cleanup and noted that the transfer station in District 2 was scheduled to close on April 30th and was a long-sought result that would relieve neighboring residents of associated nuisances. Council discussion also touched on implementing projects from the Parks Master Plan, including playground equipment replacement, shade structures, park improvements at Memorial Park, Clark Park, and Gardner Park, and the development of a new park on Eagles Landing Parkway. Mr. Aaron confirmed that a meeting with City Manager Edmondson was being scheduled to prioritize low-hanging-fruit projects from the Master Plan. Councilmember Gantt additionally requested that staff explore a GMA grant opportunity for a skate park facility. Human Resources Quarterly Report – 1st Qtr. 2026 HR Director Dwayne Pollock reported an active workforce of approximately 194 employees, 11 separations (a turnover rate of under 0.7%), and 21 new hires during Q1. Six workers' compensation claims were filed; five were closed, with a total cost of $5,000. Notable wellness and training activities included a financial wellness workshop (80+ attendees), active shooter training (144 employees), and an onsite dental service day through Jet Dental (19 employees seen for cleanings and whitening). A compensation and classification study RFP was noted as currently open to ensure the city's wage structure is competitive within the broader metro Atlanta market, not just South Metro. A modern HR platform evaluation was underway, with a full presentation under Item 10 later in the meeting. Economic Development / Main Street Quarterly Report – 1st Qtr. 2026 Economic Development Director William Smith presented highlights including five active economic development projects engaging over 90 acres across the city; execution of the Norfolk lease for downtown parking; completion of Georgia Power underground utility surveys; finalization of the alleyway design and engineering documents; and planned expansion of the Main Street programming to twelve months of continuous downtown activities. The department also discussed revamping the city's incentive package to address both large-scale development and small business development, a new CVB-supported marketing campaign for downtown, and a TAD boundary realignment. Councilmember Cloud requested that he be kept informed of all Main Street board activities in his capacity as council advisor to that board. Councilmember Barber noted that downtown falls within her district and expressed her expectation to be included in all discussions affecting her constituents. Mayor Pro Tem Alexander requested the team explore Opportunity Zone or Empowerment Zone designation for downtown to potentially provide businesses with tax credits for new hires. Events Quarterly Report – 1st Qtr. 2026 Events Manager Charisma Webster reported that Q1 2026 events included the Alphonso Thomas African American Heritage Celebration and the Women's History Month Honors Celebration. Upcoming events include Tasty Tuesday food truck nights at Clark Park on May 5th and throughout the summer. The VyStar Amphitheater concert season was announced, including Mother's Day Show (Black Street, 112, Jaheem), and May/June concerts featuring Stephanie Mills, Karen White, Anthony David, Kem, and a gospel concert. It was also announced that Common will perform at the Juneteenth free concert and Bootsie and Pastor Troy will headline the July 4th free concert. 4|Page Councilmember Barber raised concerns about concert noise, parking management, and postevent litter near the adjacent church on the corner, noting that church members have services Sunday mornings. Ms. Webster confirmed concerts conclude by 11:00 PM, that parking attendants are on duty, and committed to extending litter cleanup to areas surrounding the venue. Mayor Williams requested an assessment of acoustic treatment options for Merle Mander Conference Center to improve sound quality at indoor events. . Municipal Court Quarterly Report – 1st Qtr. 2026 No presenter. The report was included in the quarterly departmental summary reviewed by Council. Police Department Quarterly Report – 1st Qtr. 2026 Assistant Chief Godfrey presented the Q1 2026 report. Key metrics included 10,820 calls for service, 202 arrests (41 felony, 161 misdemeanor), 2,600+ traffic stops, 2,200 citations, and 14 community events. Violent crime decreased 15.38% compared to Q1 2025, while property crime increased 2.9% and overall crime was up 1.8%. Priority one response time stood at 5.5% against a 5% target. The department's HEAT unit, approved in December 2025, was activated and actively addressing traffic violations and suspected DUI incidents. The department processed 2,711 reports and fulfilled over 1,100 open records requests. Recruiting gaps were noted as substantially closed, with new academy recruits beginning in May. The department is pursuing national accreditation through a CALEA self-assessment process and continuing discussions with Henry County regarding migration of the Tyler Technologies RMS from an onpremises to cloud-based system. Governing Body Quarterly Report – 1st Qtr. 2026 Executive Assistant to Mayor and Council Rosalynd Rawls reported on Q1 activities including support for the Meet with the Mayor program, Senior Bingo Bash events, an MLK Day Community Cleanup, a Clergy Roundtable facilitated by Councilmember Berry, a town hall meeting, and the ongoing Mayor for a Day program engaging young residents in local government. Mayor Pro Tem Alexander encouraged Ms. Rawls and her assistant Raven Eaton to assess their staffing needs and bring recommendations forward at the mid-year review, acknowledging the significant workload passed by the two-person team. Clerk's Office Quarterly Report – 1st Qtr. 2026 Interim City Clerk Cassandra Lester reported that the clerk's office prepared 52 meeting agendas, recorded 1,392 meeting minutes, attested to and archived 52 resolutions and 3 ordinances, and processed 242 open records requests in Q1. The clerk's office also coordinated four Youth Council outreach initiatives, supported the strategic planning retreat in Brookhaven Georgia, and maintained cemetery operations with two internments. Ms. Lester noted that cross-training between the clerk's office and governing body administrative staff had been implemented to redistribute tasks and reduce workflow gaps. A discussion took place about whether the coordination of council member training should be handled by the clerk's office or by the governing body staff. Councilmember Barber expressed her preference for the clerk's office to continue managing her training records. Councilmember Gantt noted that this is a personnel issue and relates to job descriptions, suggesting that this topic could be addressed during personnel discussions. Mayor Pro Tem Alexander encouraged Ms. Lester to assess staffing needs with the city manager and human resources and bring recommendations forward for consideration. Information Technology Report – 1st Qtr. 2026 IT staff member Dustin Allard presented the Q1 report, noting 406 total support tickets resolved across January (132), February (145), and March. Key activities included system evaluation and modernization, ongoing security hardening, an after-hours production upgrade completed without downtime, and growth planning for 2027. Councilmember Cloud raised the matter of 5|Page ADA website compliance, noting the city had received an extension on the compliance deadline. Dustin confirmed a plan was in place. Mayor Pro Tem Alexander requested improved display monitors in public access areas of the building. Community Development Quarterly Report – 1st Qtr. 2026 Community Development Director Ryan Anderson presented Q1 figures including 249 plan reviews, 66 zoning verification letters, 205 customer assistance meetings, 1,783 permits issued, 1,558 inspections, and 111 building permits. Business license activity included 40 new commercial businesses and 14 new home-based businesses. Total departmental revenue for Q1 was $3,179,077.98, encompassing permitting, business services, planning, zoning, and fire marshal activities. The department projected annual revenue in the range of $7 to 8 million. Mayor Pro Tem Alexander requested a follow-up review of hotel/motel tax revenue given the presence of extended-stay properties. CONSENT AGENDA Stockbridge Police Department Wrecker Service Assistant Chief Godfrey noted for the Council that the Wrecker One service had been removed from this contract renewal based on concerns raised at a prior meeting. The renewal before the Council was for wrecker services only through the Henry County Board of Commissioners with Supreme Trio LLC, d/b/a Swanson Towing and Recovery. Motion to approve the consent agenda item for the renewal of the piggyback wrecker contract with Supreme Trio LLC, d/b/a Swanson Towing and Recovery, was made by Councilmember Barber and seconded by Councilmember Cloud. The motion passed 3-0. OLD BUSINESS LIVABLE CENTERS INITIATIVE–FUNDING REQUEST. (Citywide) Community Development Director Ryan Anderson reported that the Council had previously approved a $30,000 local match at the February council meeting to support a grant application to the Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC) for a new LCI Study. Following submission, the ARC requested that the match be increased to $40,000, which would expand the grant award from $150,000 to $200,000. Staff indicated the proposal was well received and that the increased match significantly improves the probability of award. Motion to approve the increase in the local match commitment from $30,000 to $40,000 for the ARC LCI Study grant application was made by Mayor Pro Tem Alexander and seconded by Councilmember Gantt. The motion passed 4-0. NEW BUSINESS DONATION ACCEPTANCE OF 0.86 ACRES OF LAND FROM THE STOCKBRIDGE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH. (Council District 4) Director Anderson presented a resolution authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute documents accepting the donation of approximately 0.86 acres of real property located at 4740 North Henry Boulevard, at the northwest corner of North Henry Boulevard and Burke Street, from the Stockbridge Presbyterian Church at no cost to the city. The donation would leave the church with 2.5 acres and would provide a strategically located parcel in the downtown area that, when combined with adjacent city-owned parcels, could form a contiguous land assemblage suitable for a potential future recreation center or other municipal purposes. The church had originally sought approximately $200,000 for the parcel. Motion to approve the resolution accepting the donation of 0.86 acres from the Stockbridge Presbyterian Church was made by Mayor Pro Tem Alexander and seconded by Councilmember Gantt. 6|Page Councilmember Barber, noting the property is within her district, requested that the prior motion be rescinded so that she could make the motion for this item. Mayor Pro Tem Alexander rescinded his motion Motion to approve the resolution accepting the donation of 0.86 acres from the Stockbridge Presbyterian Church was made by Councilmember Barber and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Alexander. The motion passed 4-0. Council consideration to Amend The Text Of The City Of Stockbridge Code Of Ordinances By Revising Chapter 8 (Buildings And Building Regulations) To Add Article XVI, "Water Efficiency Standards" Public Works Director Decius Aaron advised that as a member city of the Metropolitan North Georgia Water Planning District, adoption of the plumbing code amendment is mandatory for all member cities. Council was asked to approve the adoption accordingly. Motion to approve the ordinance amending Chapter 8 of the City Code to add Article XVI, Water Efficiency Standards, was made by Councilmember Cloud and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Alexander. The motion passed 4-0. Council consideration to approve the renaming of the City cemeteries from Stockbridge Cemetery to Stockbridge Memorial Garden and Burk Cemetery to Burk Memorial Garden Director Aaron explained that the City is currently developing wayfinding signage and that many municipalities are moving away from the term "cemetery" in favor of "Memorial Garden," which reflects a trend in the industry toward more welcoming designations, particularly as historic cemeteries have become tourist attractions. The renaming was brought before Council to ensure the correct name is used when fabricating new signs. Motion to approve the renaming of the Stockbridge Cemetery to Stockbridge Memorial Garden and Burk Cemetery to Burk Memorial Garden was made by Councilmember Gantt and seconded by Councilmember Alexander. Discussion: Councilmember Barber, noting both cemeteries are within her district, stated the following for the record: “Anything that is affecting my district, the residents, the businesses, the streets, the buildings in city council, district four, I'm responsible for it. I like to have conversations about these matters, especially when they're added to the agenda because then I start getting calls and emails from homeowners and businesses regarding these actions and items. And I'm blindsided. Not that I oppose the renaming of these cemeteries, but it's just the principle of it. They want to continue disrespecting and by disrespecting me, you're disrespecting the homeowners and these businesses that I represent. So, I just wanted to make those points for the record.” The motion passed 4-0. Approval for Outbuilding Assistant Chief Godfrey requested Council approval for construction of a multipurpose outbuilding to serve the Police Department for training operations, large item evidence storage, crime scene processing, and equipment storage. The construction would be facilitated through Guardian cooperative purchasing, with Prime Construction Inc. as the contractor, the same firm engaged with Public Works for their new facility. Funding was identified within the traffic camera fund in the FY 2026 budget. Motion to approve the construction of the police department outbuilding was made by Councilmember Barber and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Alexander. The motion passed 4-0. 7|Page Approval for Flock (LPR's, OS, PTZ) Assistant Chief Godfrey introduced Steve Hampton of Flock Safety, who presented an expansion of the city's existing Flock Safety partnership. The proposal covered three components: (1) renewal of the existing license plate reader (LPR) contract ($57,500/year, twoyear term, funded from general fund); (2) a new Drone as First Responder (DFR) program consisting of two drone dock units covering a 3.5-mile radius, with an average response time of 86 seconds and capability to clear 15–20% of low-priority calls without officer response ($100,000/year, three-year term, first year funded from traffic camera funds); and (3) an upgrade to Flock OS Premium tier, adding CAD integration, community camera registry, and a Flock 911 live call-streaming feature ($151,500 total, annual fee of $129,000, three-year term, first year funded through the Small Department Violent Crime Reduction Program grant). Motion to approve the Flock LPR, OS, and PTZ package was made by Councilmember Gantt and seconded by Councilmember Cloud. The motion passed 3-0, with Councilmember Barber abstaining citing not having received all supporting documents prior to the meeting. Councilmember Gantt clarified that the supporting documents were included in the agenda books and asked Steve Hampton of Flock Safety to provide his most recent presentation to mayor and council. Consideration and Approval of Paylocity Software Agreement for Human Resources and Payroll System and Services HR Director Dwayne Pollock presented a proposal to replace the city's current fragmented HR and payroll systems (UKG Kronos and Tyler Encode) with Paylocity, a unified cloud-based platform covering payroll processing, tax compliance, time and attendance, employee selfservice, performance management, learning management, benefits administration, and HR recordkeeping. The current payroll system requires manual distribution of pay stubs via email and employees must contact HR directly to update tax or address information. The Paylocity platform would place control of personal information directly in employees' hands via a secure portal and mobile access. Projected operational gains include up to 50% reduction in payroll processing time, 35% reduction in HR administrative workload, and 60% reduction in data errors.The proposed monthly cost is $5,019.23 (all-inclusive), compared to the current $4,000/month for UKG Kronos alone, with Tyler Encode continuing to serve as the system of record for general ledger and audit purposes. An export integration between Paylocity and Tyler Encode was included in the solution. A motion to approve the Paylocity Software Agreement for the Human Resources and Payroll System and Services was made by Councilmember Gantt and seconded by Councilmember Cloud. The motion passed 3-0, with Councilmember Barber abstaining, citing she had not received all the supporting documents prior to the meeting. Councilmember Gantt clarified that the rules established by the Georgia Code and statutes are followed. Occasionally, we may receive documents late. If additional documents arrive after the deadline, they are presented and the agenda is amended during the meetings. Council consideration for approval of the 2025 Year End Budget Amendment City Treasurer Frank Milazi presented the final 2025 fiscal year budget amendment, required to close out FY 2025 in preparation for the upcoming audit. The amended general fund budget was being adjusted from approximately $32.1 million (as amended in November 2025) to reflect final expenditure levels, with all departments having come in under their budgeted allocations. Total revenue and expenditure figures across all funds were adjusted to approximately $42 million from $40 million. 8|Page The most significant element of the presentation was the announcement of a $21 million transfer to the General Fund, comprising $19 million from the SPLOST V account and $2 million from the Hotel/Motel fund, representing funds that had been used over multiple prior years to finance capital projects and operations from those accounts without corresponding replenishment to the General Fund. The result will bring the General Fund balance to a minimum of $15 million, representing approximately 50% of the city's operating budget, an extraordinary turnaround from a negative fund balance of approximately $750,000 reported in 2024. Treasurer Milazi also noted that the city had submitted its financial statements to the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) and had been awarded the GFOA Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting — the highest financial reporting recognition in the nation. City Manager Shawn Edmondson reiterated that 2026 was a stabilization budget year and emphasized that the money had existed all along in city accounts, noting that the issue was one of misallocation and improper tracking, not of missing funds. Councilmember Barber voted in opposition, stating that while she did not oppose the technical budget amendment process itself, she could not support ratifying what she characterized as unauthorized overspending that had occurred without council approval in prior fiscal years. She also noted the absence of regular monthly or quarterly financial reports to the full council since the budget was adopted in December 2025. Treasurer Milazi clarified that all departments came in under budget in 2025, and Mayor Pro Tem Alexander emphasized that no department exceeded its budget, countering any characterization of overspending. Motion to approve the 2025 Year End Budget Amendment was made by Councilmember Gantt and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Alexander. The motion passed 3-1, with Councilmember Barber opposed. Roslin White Center Letter of Support for The Housing Affordability Breakthrough Challenge Community Development Director Ryan Anderson introduced Linda Anderson, a Henry County resident and custom home builder, who appeared before the Council to request a letter of support for her application to the Housing Affordability Breakthrough Challenge, a Wells Fargo/Empowerment grant program. Ms. Anderson described plans to build affordable owneroccupied homes priced under $300,000–$310,000, ranging from 900–1,700 square feet, within the City of Stockbridge. She noted she had also missed the Department of Community Affairs window for a workforce housing grant but intended to apply again when that window reopened. Motion to approve the issuance of a letter of support on behalf of the Roslin White Center and Quintessential Homes for Linda Anderson's application to the Housing Affordability Breakthrough Challenge was made by Councilmember Gantt and seconded by Councilmember Cloud. The motion passed 4-0. [AMENDED AGENDA ITEM] Move with the Mayor Initiative: MLK Senior Trail Unity Walk Mayor Williams requested Council approval to temporarily block off MLK Senior Trail and Jennings Way for the Daddy King Unity Walk, beginning at the downtown welcome center and proceeding to Memorial Park. The event is part of a friendly competition with the City of Jonesboro under the Move with the Mayor initiative. 9|Page Motion to approve the temporary road closure for the Move with the Mayor Unity Walk was made by Councilmember Cloud and seconded by Councilmember Gantt. The motion passed 4-0. MAYOR'S COMMENTS Mayor Williams called for a moment of silence in memory of the late Congressman David Scott, who had recently passed away. The Mayor noted that the Council had visited Congressman Scott's office just three weeks prior and that he would be lying in state at the Georgia State Capitol at 11:00 AM on Friday. Mayor Williams reminded residents that early voting was underway at Merle Mander Conference Center through Election Day on May 19th. He also announced that the Move with the Mayor competition against Jonesboro commences that Friday, with community engagement events scheduled across the city every Saturday. He encouraged residents to purchase VyStar Amphitheater concert tickets through Ticketmaster, noting they were selling quickly. EXECUTIVE SESSION (Exemptions to the Georgia Open Meetings Act) No executive session was held. ADJOURNMENT Motion to adjourn was made by Mayor Pro Tem Alexander and seconded by Councilmember Gantt. The motion passed 4-0. The meeting adjourned at 9:06 PM. Respectfully submitted by: ______________________________ Cassandra Lester, Interim City Clerk ______________________________ Jayden L. Williams, Mayor 10 | P a g e CITY COUNCIL MEETING SUMMARY MINUTES MONDAY APRIL 13, 2026 6:00 P.M. Mayor & City Council Mayor Jayden L. Willams At-Large Mayor Pro Tem Elton Alexander – Council District 5 Councilmember LaKeisha Gantt – Council District 1 Councilmember Antwan Cloud – Council District 2 Councilmember Kyle D. Berry, Sr. – Council District 3 Councilmember Yolanda Barber – Council District 4 Administration Shawn Edmondson – City Manager Frank Milazi – City Treasurer Cassandra Lester – Interim City Clerk Quinton Washington – City Attorney Megan McCullough – Associate Attorney Mission: To provide visionary leadership and superior municipal services that enhance the quality of life for citizens while creating a welcoming business atmosphere focused on sustainability and expansion of tourism and cultural events. Mayor Jayden Williams called the April 13, 2026 Stockbridge City Council meeting to order at 6:00 PM. Councilmember Kyle Berry led the invocation and Pledge of Allegiance. Interim City Clerk Cassandra Lester conducted roll call. A quorum was established. Councilmember LaKeisha Gantt arrived at 6:39pm. Mayor Williams noted that an amendment was needed to add an item regarding the police department piggybacking off an existing contract for records services. Councilmember Berry made a motion to adopt the agenda with the amendment. Councilmember Barber seconded. The motion passed 4-0. Adoption of the Work Session Meeting Minutes March 31, 2026 Councilmember Barber made a motion to approve the March 31st work session minutes. Mayor Pro Tem Alexander seconded. The motion passed 4-0. PUBLIC COMMENTS The interim clerk announced five public comments: Willie Carter (123 Wilson Avenue) addressed case number VR-2026-01, a variance on Wilson Avenue, stating it needs to be opposed and re-examined due to concerns about the plot. Mayor Pro Tem Alexander clarified that speakers on this item would have additional opportunity during the public hearing. 1|Page Charlene Woodruff (7914 Christian Court) discussed her 22-year residency and concerns about a proposed apartment development. She explained that in 2022 she was told by staff the development probably wouldn't happen due to incomplete paperwork but recently discovered surveyors on her property preparing for apartments. She reported that trees on her property had been cut down, which was verified by the developer. Mayor Williams acknowledged receiving her email and confirmed staff was working on a solution. Dave Murphy, (2877 Mandy Court) a 30-year Spivey Cove resident and community leader, provided background on developments in their area. He detailed the community's consistent opposition to apartment developments, noting 99% opposition at public meetings despite council approval of both proposed projects. He described a 2022 community meeting with a developer who lacked professional presentation materials and proposed 318 apartments and 50 townhomes. Kathy Walker, (200 Hunting Court) president of Spivey Ridge HOA, expressed concerns that the current development differs from what was presented in 2022. She reported that residents received no advance notice before tree clearing began, removing protective buffers between homes and construction. Walker noted that other nearby developments received significantly greater buffers (up to 50 feet) while their larger, higher-value homes received less protection. She requested immediate installation of temporary barriers, restoration of proper buffers, and accountability to ensure compliance with approved requirements. Evelyn Dixon (267 Spivey Ridge Circle) from Spivey Ridge raised communication concerns about the apartment development, noting inconsistent and inadequate updates to residents. She proposed enhanced communication including timely construction notices, clear impact information, and consistent communication channels with current information on the city website. CEREMONIAL REVIEW: Proclamations for Autism Acceptance and Black Bookstore Month Mayor Williams summarized the ceremonial portion held at 5:30 PM, noting three proclamations were presented: declaring April 2026 as Autism Acceptance Month for community inclusivity, Black Maternal Health Week (April 13-17) to foster public-health sector collaboration, and joining other mayors in recognizing Black Bookstore Day to promote literacy, culture, and diversity. PRESENTATION Presentation on Potential Small Area Studies to be Undertaken Community Development Director Ryan Anderson presented the city's plan for small area studies, explaining they had identified 10 targeted areas for detailed examination over the next 3-5 years with $200,000 budgeted for fiscal year 2026. The studies would focus on underutilized parcels, aging infrastructure, and areas needing revitalization rather than currently thriving areas. Mayor Pro Tem Alexander expressed concern that District 5 wasn't adequately represented on the priority list, noting the need for strategic distribution throughout the entire city rather than concentration in particular districts. He advocated for including Hudson Bridge Road and Eagles Landing Parkway to continue highquality development momentum, similar to successful Patrick Henry Parkway planning that attracted major retailers like Costco and Sprouts. 2|Page City Manager Shawn Edmonsdon responded that areas like District 5, which are already thriving, would be included in the upcoming comprehensive master plan, while these small area studies target pockets needing revitalization. Mayor Williams praised the data-driven framework and asked what the studies would mean for everyday Stockbridge residents. Anderson explained these grassroots-level studies would give residents in specific neighborhoods opportunity to influence what they want to see in their areas. He further confirmed this is a roadmap that will provide intentional rather than just reactive growth. Councilmember Barber expressed excitement about area studies. Citing that she had been asking for an area study for District 4, which had nine residential developments approved in her district. And it was annexed with 6,700 new residents in 2023. She sought confirmation that State Route 42 and Valley Hill Road areas would be encompassed, which Anderson confirmed. Barber then asked for clarification between the critical action and high priority ranking areas on the area study presentation. Anderson clarified that based on the planning analysis and the development trends and all the other data that we've taken into consideration, staff felt like there were the three areas they wanted to target first. Mayor Pro Tem Alexander provided population context stating “In, in 2020, retroactively the census and Atlanta Regional Commission went back, and they proactively put in the annexation numbers for the city.” Noting that despite perceptions of rapid growth, the net population increase from 2020 to 2026 was only 229 residents (from 35,740 to 35,969) when accounting for retroactive census adjustments that included annexation numbers. He contrasted this with McDonough's net growth of over 5,000 residents in the same period. Adding that for a threeyear period, there was not one rezoning that came to the city council between 2016 and almost to 2019, and then one came in 2019, it was denied. So there was a long period of time where there was no development in the city. PUBLIC HEARING Variance Case #VR-2026-01 Community Development Director Ryan Anderson presented the variance request for property on Wilson Avenue to allow construction of a single-family dwelling. The property's irregular shape and narrow dimensions require reducing front yard setback from 50 feet to 25 feet and rear yard setback from 40 feet to 20 feet. The 0.613-acre property is long and narrow, with insufficient space to meet standard SR district requirements. Anderson explained the property meets all seven variance criteria, noting there are 40 feet of city right-of-way that would accommodate future sidewalks without impact. The proposed 2,294 square foot home would have 1,370 square feet on the first floor and 924 on the second floor to minimize the footprint. Councilmember Cloud questioned recent variance approvals in the area and existing homes that might have required variances. Anderson explained that older homes were grandfathered in before current code enactment, though some existing homes in the area already encroach into the 50-foot setback requirement. Councilmember Cloud noted he had spoken with residents and community leadership who support new development but want it built to existing SR zoning requirements. He expressed openness to growth while respecting residents' rights to expect code compliance. 3|Page Councilmember Gantt suggested conditioning approval on sidewalk easement acceptance and noted modern development trends favor reduced setbacks near downtown areas, citing examples of high-value developments with minimal setbacks selling for premium prices. Anderson acknowledged this highlighted weaknesses in the current code, which only has two residential districts (SR and RR) compared to the previous code's four districts (R1-R4). Most homes in the area don't meet current SR requirements but are grandfathered in. Mayor Pro Tem Alexander confirmed staff recommended approval based on meeting all seven variance criteria, with Anderson noting it would be difficult to legally defend denial since the criteria are met and denial would create hardship. Councilmember Barber expressed concern about setting precedent, noting this would be one of the largest homes in the area. No speakers appeared for or against the variance during public comment periods. Motion to table VR-2026-01 made by Councilmember Cloud, seconded by Councilmember Gantt until the next meeting to allow the applicant to meet with residents for discussion. The motion passed 5-0. NEW BUSINESS Council consideration of purchase agreement for SPD K9 Moos to its current handler. Interim Chief Godfrey explained Lieutenant Blake Zimmerman's resignation to seek opportunities at a larger agency, requesting to purchase his six-year-old canine Moos. With approximately two years of service life remaining, finding and training a new handler would leave only about one year of service by completion. The specialized boarding requirements during transition would create substantial costs. Staff recommended the sale based on both the canine's best interests and city financial considerations. Councilmember Gantt asked about pricing methodology. Chief Godfrey explained they used a prorated amount based on original canine cost separate from training, resulting in a $2,000 sale price. City Attorney requested the motion include finding the canine and kennel unserviceable per city code. Motion to approve the sale of canine Moos and kennel, determining them unserviceable based on provided information, made by Councilmember Gantt, seconded by Councilmember Barber. The motion passed 5-0. Quitclaim Disposal of Remnant Tract at 2125 Jodeco Road Community Development Director Ryan Anderson presented the proposal to transfer a 0.77acre remnant tract to Tidal Wave Auto Spa. The city acquired the tract from Georgia DOT in 2023 for drainage maintenance, but the drainage system has been redirected, making only half the tract necessary for city purposes. The tract's protrusion into the Tidal Wave property creates development difficulties. The transfer follows OCGA requirements for conveying small strips to abutting property owners and includes conditions requiring staff presence during operations for litter control, adherence to submitted site plans with stacked stone and brick finishes, screening for cleaning stations, and developer reimbursement of legal costs. Mayor Pro Tem Alexander confirmed this followed standard city abandonment procedures and appreciated the significant brick and stone requirements to complement the Joe Deco 4|Page development. He emphasized the value of mixed-use development providing services like car washing on-site to reduce traffic burdens. Motion to approve declaring the property at 2125 Jodeco Road unserviceable and proceeding with the abandonment made by Mayor Pro Tem Alexander, seconded by Councilmember Barber. The motion passed 5-0. (First Reading) South Berry Street Renaming Anderson presented the first reading to rename South Berry Street to "Alphonso Thomas Street" honoring Councilmember Thomas's decades of public service. The renaming affects only two properties, and proper public notification was provided. Councilmember Cloud explained his thought process in spearheading this honor, noting Councilmember Thomas pioneered the Martin Luther King Sr. Heritage Trail and deserved recognition with his own street. He hoped Thomas would be honored by this gesture. Councilmember Berry expressed excitement about honoring such a beloved public servant who served as their predecessor. He emphasized Thomas as a curator of history who loved Stockbridge, noting this was an appropriate way to memorialize his legacy. Mayor Pro Tem Alexander praised Councilmember Thomas as a statesman and consensus builder, sharing personal appreciation for Thomas's support during difficult times and noting his faith-based leadership in the community. Councilmember Gantt emotionally endorsed the honor, calling Thomas a wonderful colleague whose legacy lives on, and praised Councilmember Cloud for stepping into Thomas's role effectively. Motion to approve the resolution renaming South Berry Street to Alphonso Thomas Street made by Councilmember Cloud, seconded by Councilmember Gantt. The motion passed 5-0. (First Reading) Text Amendment Case #TX-2026-02 Anderson presented the proposed text amendment to establish formal procedures for street and facility renaming, noting no current formal process existed in city code. The proposal included two pathways: city council initiation requiring legal advertisement and two readings, and community/resident initiation requiring 75% of affected neighbors' signatures plus petition to council. Councilmember Barber questioned whether the Lee Street renaming could be appealed under this policy, expressing concern about the timing and process and stated for the record; “The issue, the policy, the process that we took to rename a street in my district that was not initiated by me. If it's the mentality of this governing body to try to just erase history and close the door on residents’ businesses and the church that is affected by that change, I am vehemently opposed to it. They deserve to have an opportunity to appeal that decision. Unfortunately, the vote was approved by the council. Three, I voted against it, three approved it, one abstained. I cannot bring that vote back for reconsider reconsideration. Only those three who approved it, one of them would need to bring it back for reconsideration. Which is why I'm asking that those residents, businesses that are affected by this change, they deserve to have an opportunity to appeal the decision. But because there was no policy then you're now enacting a policy after we've approved the renaming of Councilmember Thomas. It just does not seem fair at all. I just want all of this for the record.” 5|Page Barber reiterated her question, asking, “So there is no current policy in which residents, business owners, or any stakeholder who's affected by that change, they don't have an outlet, they don't have an opportunity to appeal?” In response, Anderson stated, “The intent of this formal policy is because if staff is given a directive, we have to have something to work off. So we were just trying to formalize the process. But council has the right to make motions from the floor to make a street name proposal.” Barber then posed a question to city attorney representative Megan McCollugh “those residents, business owners and the church that is affected by the name change Lee Street, do they have an opportunity to appeal that? And if they do, what is the timeframe?” The city’s legal responded “I would actually defer to our zoning attorney and our planning and zoning attorney Valerie Ross, although she's not here right now. And if those residents are interested in appealing that, I would recommend that they contact their own counsel. I can't provide legal advice to residents on that.” Barber further asked, “I'm asking you on behalf of the governing body, me, as a member of the governing body who represents this district, is there an opportunity to appeal the name change?” And legal stated “what I'm saying is, ma'am, that I can't answer that question for you.” The discussion continued and Mayor Pro Tem Alexander strongly defended the Martin Luther King Jr. Way naming, calling it shameful to face "theatrics" for honoring Dr. King. He opposed any policy limiting council authority to name streets and noted that staff brought forward this policy without the required three council member votes requesting it. Councilmember Barber clarified that she never requested the policy, with Anderson confirming it was staff-initiated to provide working procedures. She supported having consistent policies for staff rather than random council decisions. Councilmember Gantt expressed concern about creating additional roadblocks, noting that adequate notice was provided on meeting agendas and residents could attend to comment. She opposed adding more processes that could cause delays, referencing previous issues with excessive procedures that stopped growth. A Motion to not move forward with a street name change policy made by Mayor Pro Tem Alexander. After discussion about letting items die versus voting, the motion was rescinded with staff understanding that no policy change was desired. Piggyback Henry County Records Contract Amendment Interim Chief Godfrey presented the final year extension of the piggyback contract with Henry County for Supreme Trio LLC (DBA Swanson's Towing) and Wrecker One Inc. Wrecker One received exclusive service rights for the I-75 corridor except during TRIP (Towing and Recovery Initiative Program) activations for commercial vehicles. The delay in bringing this forward was due to ownership changes following the original owner's death and probate proceedings. Motion to move forward with the piggyback contract made by Councilmember Berry, seconded by Councilmember Gantt. Discussion: Mayor Pro Tem Alexander asked for clarification on the service area of Swanson's Towing. Godfrey explained Swanson's handles city services while Wrecker One has exclusive service rights for the I-75 corridor, except during TRIP (Towing and Recovery Initiative Program) activations, which is required when commercial trucks are involved. 6|Page Mayor Pro Tem Alexander expressed personal concerns about one of the companies based on previous interactions and requested additional discussion. Interim Chief Godfrey indicated there will be no disruption to services on the interstate during the discussion period. Councilmember Berry rescinded the original Motion and made a Motion to table the contract extension to the work session for further discussion; seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Alexander. The Motion passed 4-0-1 with Councilmember Gantt abstaining. ADJOURNMENT Motion to adjourn made by Councilmember Berry, seconded by Councilmember Gantt. The motion passed unanimously 5-0. The meeting adjourned at 7:58p.m. Respectfully submitted by: ______________________________ ______________________________ Cassandra Lester, Interim City Clerk Jayden L. Williams, Mayor 7|Page CITY COUNCIL PLANNING RETREAT SUMMARY MINUTES WEDNESDAY, MARCH 4th, 2026 8:30 A.M. Mayor & City Council Mayor Jayden L. Williams Mayor Pro Tem Elton Alexander Dist. 5 Councilmember LaKeisha Gantt Dist. 1 Councilmember Antwan Cloud Dist. 2 Councilmember Kyle D. Berry, Sr. Dist. 3 Councilmember Yolanda Barber Dist. 4 Administration Shawn Edmondson, City Manager Frank Milazi, City Treasurer/CFO Cassandra Lester, Interim City Clerk Quinton Washington, City Attorney Megan McCulloch, Associate Attorney Mission: Is to provide visionary leadership and superior municipal services that enhance the quality of life for citizens while creating a welcoming business atmosphere focused on sustainability and expansion of tourism and cultural events. Facilitators: Michael McPherson & Pete Pyrzenski of Georgia Municipal Association Staff Present: Decius Aaron, Public Works Director; Ryan Anderson, Community Development Director; Tiffany Burke, Management Analyst; Lisa Fareed, Interim Economic Development Director; Richard Godfrey, Interim Police Chief; Demeatrius Ivy, Information Technology Director; Tranita Jones, Executive Assistant to City Manager; Dwayne Pollock, Human Resources Manager; Rosalynd Rawls, Executive Assistant to Mayor & Council; Genea Stanley, Court Administrator; Shana Thornton, Public Information Officer; Charisma Webster, Events Manager Day one of the City Council Planning Retreat commenced. The interim clerk visually confirmed attendance, and a quorum was established. Councilmember Kyle Berry was not present. Welcome, Outcomes, and Ground Rules The retreat began with facilitator Michael introducing himself and co-facilitator Pete from the Georgia Municipal Association (GMA). He shared his 30 years of local government experience, including 14 with GMA. Pete, with nearly 28 years in local government and 20 as a city manager. The facilitators set ground rules, emphasizing equality, a focus on the future, communitywide thinking, and the importance of trust and respect. They encouraged direct communication and followed with exercise where attendees shared one word about their feelings on the city's direction, with responses like "excited," "welcoming," and "historical." Pete Pyrzenski led a vision exercise where council members and staff chose cards representing their current vision for the city. Michael McPherson emphasized fundamental 1|Page governance principles, noting that "politics is perception" and that local issues impact higher political levels. The discussion highlighted the importance of leadership, with management setting the tone through their actions, impacting staff morale and public perception. Council members, unlike staff who require qualifications, rely on votes, making their example crucial. Professional conduct is essential, as any lapse can demoralize the public and staff. The session also addressed the council-manager government structure, where council members guide the community while under public scrutiny, and the city manager oversees daily operations. He also discussed the risk of ultra vires actions, which can create liability for the city when elected officials operate beyond their authority. The facilitators emphasized that building organizational trust requires not interfering with each other's roles, having written protocols in place (SOPs that protect both staff and council), understanding good governance principles, and operating under a comprehensive strategic planning process. The session concluded with emphasis on the fundamental principle that team formation requires the ability to count to three (achieve majority consensus), which depends on council members' ability to communicate effectively, understand each other's perspectives, and build the trust necessary for collaborative decision-making. The facilitators stressed that without this foundation, the council cannot effectively serve their constituents or move the city forward strategically. Governance and Team Operating Model The facilitator emphasized that while council members don't need to be personal friends, they must maintain professional relationships and understand each other's perspectives when conducting city business. The discussion highlighted the importance of regular communication among council members. The facilitator recommended that council members establish a routine schedule for communicating with each other - whether weekly or bi-weekly - to build understanding and trust. The conversation addressed the administrative responsibility of the City Manager Shawn Edmondson, who must balance communications from all council members while protecting staff from conflicting priorities and instructions. The facilitator explained that when staff receive conflicting directions from multiple leaders, it disrupts their ability to maintain proper priorities. Roles and Responsibilities A significant portion of the discussion focused on clarifying roles and responsibilities, particularly regarding who serves as the city's CEO. There was discussion about language in the city charter that references "CEO" under both the mayor's and city manager's responsibilities. The facilitator clarified that the CEO reference under the mayor's role applies only when there is no city manager in place, at which point all administrative responsibilities fall to the mayor until an interim or new city manager is appointed. 2|Page Councilmember Gantt raised concerns about staff feeling compelled to act on individual council member requests without proper council approval, noting instances where staff may have responded to persistent requests to avoid continued pressure. The facilitator emphasized that staff should only act on direction backed by council votes, regardless of the tone or persistence of individual requests. The discussion included recognition that some charter language needs clarification. There was mention of previous charter changes, including modifications that allowed the people rather than the council to select the mayor, and discussions about the mayor's veto power. Communication and Professional Relationships The discussion reinforced that while council members represent individual districts, they must work collaboratively as a whole since they don't vote by district. The goal is ensuring collaborative decision-making that benefits the entire city. The facilitator emphasized the importance of the mayor and city manager working in lockstep, particularly given the mayor's role as the face of the city. They need to establish regular communication schedules and coordinate their efforts to form consensus among council members and ensure ideas flow effectively. Strategic Plan Re-Anchor The facilitator discussed the comprehensive plan and its role in guiding city priorities. The discussion emphasized that while the comprehensive plan provides broad guidance, the council's priorities can be more specific and targeted, as long as they align with the comprehensive plan's overall direction. Governance and Team Operating Model The facilitator presented governance principles and organizational keystones for effective team operations. The discussion covered three primary groups involved in local government operations: elected officials, managers, and professional staff, emphasizing the importance of understanding each other's perspectives to remove friction and misunderstanding. The presentation highlighted that success depends on the ability of these three groups to work together effectively. Key principles of civility were discussed, including being considerate of others' opinions, managing emotions, making points about issues rather than people, active listening, and learning to engage respectfully. The facilitator emphasized the importance of the acronym "QTIP" - QUIT TAKING IT PERSONAL - and stressed the need for empathy in all interactions. Strategic Priorities Deep Dive (Part I) Presentation: Adam Price (Falcon) Adam Price from Falcon Engineering presented information about various infrastructure projects. The discussion covered multiple initiatives including downtown connectivity improvements and trail development. Price presented plans for a trail extension project downtown that would provide better access to the amphitheater and improve connectivity throughout the downtown area. He explained that the project would cost approximately $1.5 million and noted that the city had $2 million allocated in T-SPLOST funding. 3|Page Mayor Pro Tem Alexander suggested moving forward with authorizing the full design phase of the project to be ready for construction. Mr. Price explained they would need a task order from the council to proceed with the design work. Councilmember Cloud expressed strong support for the project, noting its importance for downtown development and access to the amphitheater. He emphasized that the current access from the eastern side was inadequate and that this extension was one of the key reasons the city wanted to expand downtown connectivity. Motion: Councilmember Barber moved to increase the task order for Falcon Engineering to five hundred thousand for phase one design plan. Councilmember Cloud seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously 4-0 Additional discussions covered parking concerns for downtown events and the amphitheater. Councilmember Barber suggested implementing paid parking for special events, noting that while the city couldn't control all parking issues, they could establish policies to help manage downtown parking during concerts and events. Price also discussed Falcon Engineering’s role in overseeing construction projects and the bidding process. Price explained that they typically help the purchasing department oversee construction and bidding for all projects they design. He provided an example of a recent project where they recommended against accepting the lowest bidder due to incomplete documentation and past performance issues with change orders. Strategic Priorities Deep Dive (Part II) This session continued from Part I, focusing on refining and solidifying the city’s strategic priorities. Council members and staff analyzed ongoing projects and future initiatives that will impact downtown development, infrastructure, and community engagement. A significant portion of the discussion centered around downtown revitalization efforts: Pedestrian Pathways and Trails: There is a strong emphasis on expanding pedestrian pathways and trails. Planning and budgeting are underway for design and construction phases, with rough estimates indicating approximately $1,500,000 available for certain construction projects. Staff provided insights into project phasing to avoid bottlenecks with trail infrastructure and sidewalks. Parking and Business Community Concerns: The council deliberated on the current demand for downtown parking and concluded that demand is presently low. The consensus was to hold off on pursuing new parking projects until clearer demand emerges and feedback is received from downtown businesses. Additionally, they discussed potential parking fees for special events at the amphitheater to help manage resources responsibly. Infrastructure and Project Management: The city’s bid processes for construction projects were explained, highlighting the importance of using vetted contractors. Past experiences were cited where low bids were scrutinized for compliance and quality assurance. The council emphasized maintaining a contingency reserve of around 10% in project budgets to address potential change orders without needing additional council approval each time. Recent bid projects showed competitive pricing well below engineer estimates, reflecting shifting market conditions. 4|Page Sewer and Grease Trap Updates: Updates on sewer and grease trap infrastructure for downtown restaurants were reviewed. Task orders for necessary upgrades, including updated sewer plans, were discussed, with preparation underway to issue Requests for Proposals (RFPs) once approvals are secured. Coordination with Utilities: Staff assured ongoing collaboration with Georgia Power and other stakeholders for utility surveys and infrastructure needs in downtown project areas. Legal and Contracting Considerations: The possibility of using on-call contractors for specific pedestrian pathway improvements was discussed, pending legal review to determine the feasibility. Outcome: The city council agreed to proceed cautiously with downtown infrastructure and development projects, prioritizing strategic allocation of funds and responsive engagement with local businesses. They authorized moving forward with • Downtown trail and pedestrian pathway expansions — This encompassed expansions to trails within the downtown area to improve connectivity and access. • Sidewalk improvements — Particularly those in areas where the city already owns easements or property, such as the corner at Second and Tie streets • Back Alleyway project sewer and grease trap upgrades — Updates to existing sewer infrastructure and installing individual grease traps for downtown restaurants were also set to move forward pending task order approvals. Strategic Plan Presentations by Department (not all departments presented in person due to time constraints). Clerk Office Department: Interim City Clerk Cassandra Lester presented the Clerk’s Office strategic update, focusing on what was completed under the 2022–2026 plan and what needs to improve moving forward. The update centers on maintaining the Clerk’s core responsibilities while making internal adjustments to support consistency and long-term operations. Previous Plan Performance The 2022–2026 strategic plan was completed at an estimated 70%–100%, showing that most initiatives were carried out, though not all at the same level of consistency or impact. Shift to Internal Restructuring The next phase is not about adding more initiatives but restructuring tasks and workflows to better align with the Clerk’s office responsibilities as outlined by the city charter. Focus on Continuity & Role Clarity Efforts are centered on ensuring departmental continuity by clearly defining roles and making sure essential functions are consistently covered through cross-training and task restructuring. 5|Page Back to Core Function The Clerk’s Office is prioritizing its primary role of being the office of legislative history, legislative support, records management, and compliance without expanding beyond what the department is structured to sustain. Human Resources Department: Human Resources Manager Dwayne Pollock presented a forward-looking plan to modernize HR operations, strengthen leadership, and improve employee engagement across the city. While acknowledging that the city’s cultural transformation is still in progress, the strategy focuses on aligning workforce structure with leadership priorities, improving systems and processes, and building a more engaged, accountable, and servicedriven organization. Workforce Alignment & Job Analysis A comprehensive job and compensation analysis is being proposed to ensure every role and classification supports the Mayor and Council’s goals, helping better align staffing with city priorities. Employee Development & Engagement Focus New initiatives like the REACH customer service training, monthly “Lunch & Learn” sessions, and employee recognition programs aim to boost morale, reduce compliance issues, and create a more engaged workforce. Leadership & Onboarding Gaps Identified There is a strong push to implement structured new hire orientation and dedicated training for managers and supervisors, addressing gaps in leadership readiness and onboarding processes. Modernization of HR Systems & Processes A major priority is transitioning from inefficient paper-based systems to a fully integrated HRIS platform, improving payroll accuracy, data security, and overall operational efficiency from hiring through retirement. Executive Session The Council adjourned to executive session to discuss real estate, personnel, litigation, and cybersecurity matters. No actions were reported upon return. Adjourn: Day one of the Planning Retreat adjourned at approximately 5:46 PM. Respectfully submitted by: _______________________________ Cassandra Lester, Interim City Clerk ___________________________ Jayden L. Williams, Mayor 6|Page CITY COUNCIL PLANNING RETREAT SUMMARY MINUTES THURSDAY, MARCH 5th, 2026 8:30 A.M. Mayor & City Council Mayor Jayden L. Williams Mayor Pro Tem Elton Alexander Dist. 5 Councilmember LaKeisha Gantt Dist. 1 Councilmember Antwan Cloud Dist. 2 Councilmember Kyle D. Berry, Sr. Dist. 3 Councilmember Yolanda Barber Dist. 4 Administration Shawn Edmondson, City Manager Frank Milazi, City Treasurer/CFO Cassandra Lester, Interim City Clerk Quinton Washington, City Attorney Megan McCulloch, Associate Attorney Mission: Is to provide visionary leadership and superior municipal services that enhance the quality of life for citizens while creating a welcoming business atmosphere focused on sustainability and expansion of tourism and cultural events. Facilitators: Michael McPherson & Pete Pyrzenski of Georgia Municipal Association Staff Present: Decius Aaron, Public Works Director; Ryan Anderson, Community Development Director; Tiffany Burke, Management Analyst; Lisa Fareed, Interim Economic Development Director; Richard Godfrey, Interim Police Chief; Demeatrius Ivy, Information Technology Director; Tranita Jones, Executive Assistant to City Manager; Dwayne Pollock, Human Resources Manager; Rosalynd Rawls, Executive Assistant to Mayor & Council; Genea Stanley, Court Administrator; Shana Thornton, Public Information Officer; Charisma Webster, Events Manager Day Two – City Council Planning Retreat Day two of the City Council Planning Retreat commenced with the Interim City Clerk visually confirming attendance and establishing a quorum. Councilmembers Kyle Berry and LaKeisha Gantt were not present. Strategic Plan Presentations by Department (Note: Not all departments presented in person due to time constraints.) Police Department Interim Police Chief Richard Godfrey presented the City of Stockbridge Police Department’s 2022–2026 Strategic Plan. The plan outlines the rapid creation, growth, and continued evolution of a modern police agency built from the ground up. Following an intensive startup phase, stabilization, and state certification, the department is now entering a critical phase focused on refinement, accountability, and long-term sustainability. The strategic direction emphasizes a transition from rapid expansion to strengthening internal systems, leadership alignment, and overall organizational effectiveness. 1|Page Key Highlights: • Transition from Growth to Refinement: After establishing a fully operational department in under one year, the 2026 focus shifts toward evaluating, refining, and improving existing systems and structures. • Three-Phase Organizational Evolution: o Build (2021–2022): Rapid hiring, setup, and departmental launch o Stabilize (2023–2025): Policy refinement, training, and state certification o Refine (2026): Institutionalizing best practices, strengthening accountability, and aligning leadership • Enhanced Hiring and Leadership Systems: Early rapid hiring revealed gaps in vetting, cultural alignment, and performance management. The department is now prioritizing stricter hiring standards, clearer accountability metrics, and improved leadership structure. • Commitment to 21st-Century Policing: The department’s strategy is grounded in six core pillars, including community trust, technology, training, and officer wellness. This approach reinforces the vision of a highly professional, community-oriented agency focused on improving quality of life for both employees and residents. Following the presentation, Mayor Williams introduced an item from the March 4 executive session for a vote: Mayor Pro Tem Alexander made a motion to authorize the City Manager to appoint Dwayne Pollock as Human Resources Director; seconded by Councilmember Antwan Cloud and passed unanimously with a vote of 3–0. Intergovernmental Visit – Brookhaven City Hall As part of the Planning Retreat, the City of Stockbridge conducted an intergovernmental visit to the Brookhaven City Hall to observe municipal operations and exchange best practices. The tour was led by David Kano, Director of Events; Tim Grow, Executive Director of Explore Brookhaven; and Sheila Hayes, Executive Assistant to the Mayor and City Council. They provided a comprehensive overview of operations and key initiatives. Staff received the “Brookhaven Yes!” publication, highlighting major accomplishments and strategic priorities. Brookhaven Mayor Pro Tem John Funny delivered remarks on current initiatives, including the city’s affordable housing education program and mental health program. The visit supported knowledge-sharing and provided valuable context for evaluating municipal practices and potential partnerships. Return to Planning Retreat Session Finance Department Finance Director and CFO Frank Milazi presented an update on the Finance Department’s progress and strategic direction. He introduced new personnel supporting grant acquisition and management, emphasizing a coordinated, citywide approach to external funding. Mr. Milazi reported that approximately 90% of the department’s standard operating procedures (SOPs) have been implemented. He also outlined a forward-looking goal of increasing transparency by making financial processes publicly accessible online. Additionally, he clarified the purpose and timing of budget amendments. 2|Page The governing body engaged in discussion regarding current SPLOST 6 balances and explored potential funding strategies—including grants and bonds—for the proposed Youth and Senior Center. Key Highlights: • Structured Citywide Grant Strategy: The addition of a Grant Administrator and grant writer reflects a centralized and strategic approach to securing and managing grant funding. • Progress in Financial Infrastructure: With approximately 90% of SOPs implemented, the department is approaching full operational standardization. • Commitment to Transparency: Plans to publish SOPs and financial information online demonstrate a commitment to openness and public trust. • Advancing Funding Strategies: Leadership continues to evaluate SPLOST 6 balances and explore a combination of grants and bond financing for major capital projects, including the Youth and Senior Center. Major Projects and Capital Initiatives Management Analyst Tiffany Burke presented updates on capital projects across multiple departments: • Community Development: Unified Development Code (UDC), Planning Area Study, GICH Certification, and an RFP for the proposed Youth and Senior Center (to be named the “Stockbridge Recreation Center”). • Public Works: Curb and gutter sidewalk renovations, resurfacing projects, Reeves Creek Trail extension, Tye Street sidewalk plans (pending easements), curb and gutter installation from Shields Road to Clark Park, wayfinding signage, underground utility relocations, Norfolk Southern lot lease, downtown storage container project, and City Hall signage. • Trails: Brush Creek Trail design completed (easements in progress), with an additional neighborhood trail project currently in design. • Rock Quarry Projects: Road widening and extension projects are planned, with design phases forthcoming. • Infrastructure Improvements: Ongoing sewer system improvements and stormwater infrastructure evaluations. • Parks and Recreation: Development of a parks master plan is anticipated. • Information Technology: IT infrastructure refreshment and upgrades to the City Council Chamber were discussed. Community Development Director Ryan Anderson also provided a recap of all cityowned properties to the governing body. 3|Page Executive Session The Council adjourned into executive session to discuss matters related to real estate, personnel, litigation, and cybersecurity. Upon returning to open session, the following action was taken: • A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Alexander to approve Jonathan “William” Smith as Economic Development Director. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Antwan Cloud and passed unanimously with a vote of 3–0. Adjournment The second day of the Planning Retreat adjourned at approximately 5:54 PM. Respectfully submitted by: _______________________________ Cassandra Lester, Interim City Clerk ___________________________ Jayden L. Williams, Mayor 4|Page CITY COUNCIL PLANNING RETREAT SUMMARY MINUTES FRIDAY, MARCH 6th, 2026 8:00 A.M. Mayor & City Council Mayor Jayden L. Williams Mayor Pro Tem Elton Alexander Dist. 5 Councilmember LaKeisha Gantt Dist. 1 Councilmember Antwan Cloud Dist. 2 Councilmember Kyle D. Berry, Sr. Dist. 3 Councilmember Yolanda Barber Dist. 4 Administration Shawn Edmondson, City Manager Frank Milazi, City Treasurer/CFO Cassandra Lester, Interim City Clerk Quinton Washington, City Attorney Megan McCulloch, Associate Attorney Mission: Is to provide visionary leadership and superior municipal services that enhance the quality of life for citizens while creating a welcoming business atmosphere focused on sustainability and expansion of tourism and cultural events. Facilitators: Michael McPherson & Pete Pyrzenski of Georgia Municipal Association Staff Present: Ryan Anderson, Community Development Director; Tiffany Burke, Management Analyst; Lisa Fareed, Interim Economic Development Director;; Demeatrius Ivy, Information Technology Director; Tranita Jones, Executive Assistant to City Manager; Dwayne Pollock, Human Resources Manager; Rosalynd Rawls, Executive Assistant to Mayor & Council; Genea Stanley, Court Administrator; Charisma Webster, Events Manager Day three of the City Council Planning Retreat commenced with the Interim City Clerk visually confirming attendance and establishing a quorum. Councilmember Kyle Berry was not in attendance. Opening Comments The meeting began with positive remarks from Michael McPherson, who highlighted the successful retreat and the valuable discussions that improved the Council's readiness for the upcoming year and budget cycle. He emphasized that best practices discussed were vital for effective leadership and teamwork, which would enhance workplace culture and customer service. City Manager Shawn Edmondson thanked his team for their preparations and outlining their goals for 2026. He stressed the importance of identifying specific projects and associated funding to maintain focus and emphasized that follow-up would be crucial for progress. While acknowledging the challenges ahead, he expressed confidence in achieving their goals and the clear direction set for staff. 1|Page Edmondson urged the importance of completing ongoing projects that had been stalled, declaring a commitment to moving them forward in 2026. He concluded by thanking staff again for their dedication and encouraging them to stay flexible as they navigate the aggressive project timeline. Executive Session The Council adjourned into executive session to discuss matters related to real estate, personnel, litigation, and cybersecurity. Upon conclusion of the executive session, there was nothing to report. Return to Open Session The retreat reconvened, and the governing body began discussions regarding goals for TSPLOST (Transportation Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax). District Infrastructure Priorities District 1 – Councilmember Gantt Councilmember Gantt discussed the need for the Walt Stephens Road expansion, as well as sidewalk and trail completion throughout the district. She identified the Speer Road intersection expansion as a priority, citing safety concerns due to hazardous conditions, including lack of road shoulders and inadequate drainage during rain events. District 2 – Councilmember Cloud Councilmember Cloud raised traffic safety concerns related to the Flippen Road expansion and highlighted issues at the intersection of Tye Street and North Henry Boulevard. He described the complexity of traffic patterns in the area, including bridge proximity, access to nearby commercial areas, and multiple converging traffic flows. It was noted that the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) had previously declined to install a traffic signal at this location due to its proximity to the bridge. As a result, alternative solutions were discussed, including the potential extension of Nolan Street toward the church area. Councilmember Cloud emphasized the need for a comprehensive “traffic solution” to improve accessibility and functionality. He also requested the addition of a right-turn lane at the intersection of Old Atlanta Road and Flippen Road to improve traffic flow. District 3 – Councilmember Berry Not present. District 4 – Councilmember Barber Councilmember Barber outlined infrastructure priorities focused on sidewalk and trail development along Valley Hill Road, Davis Road, and Shields Road. She highlighted improvement opportunities along State Route 42 at its intersection with Valley Hill Road and requested that the City pursue an area study or master development plan to ensure connectivity of sidewalks and trails in that corridor. The discussion also touched on land acquisition matters. Councilmember Barber referenced prior discussions regarding annexation opportunities as a strategy for city growth and expanding developable areas. This topic was earmarked for future discussion. 2|Page District 5 – Mayor Pro Tem Alexander Mayor Pro Tem Alexander outlined priorities that included securing matching funds for Henry County’s planned road improvement projects. He noted that the County intends to widen Patrick Henry Parkway and Jodeco Road and emphasized the importance of incorporating trail infrastructure into those projects. He also identified Campground Road, Eagles Landing Parkway, and Hudson Bridge Road as priority areas for trail connectivity improvements. Additional Discussion Mayor Pro Tem Alexander noted potential opportunities to collaborate with developers on annexation efforts, particularly in areas near the interstate and along major transportation corridors. Councilmember Barber raised concerns regarding connectivity gaps within her district, specifically noting that the East Lake Parkway area has been underserved. She emphasized the need for stronger connections to Eagles Landing Parkway and along State Route 42 to support a more cohesive trail network. This led to a broader discussion, facilitated by the City Manager, regarding the relationship between annexation strategy and trail development. The governing body emphasized the importance of aligning these efforts to prevent disconnected infrastructure and ensure cohesive planning. Councilmember Gantt provided historical context on the City’s master trail plan and prior annexation efforts. She suggested engaging GDOT by presenting the City’s comprehensive trail plan, referencing past programs where GDOT provided funding support to municipalities with established plans. She recommended coordinating with both GDOT and Henry County to align infrastructure planning and maximize funding opportunities. Adjournment: The third day of the planning retreat adjourned at approximately 9:49 a.m. Respectfully submitted by: _______________________________ Cassandra Lester, Interim City Clerk ___________________________ Jayden L. Williams, Mayor 3|Page 2026 1st Quarter Report April 28, 2026 April 28, 2026 The Honorable Jayden Williams Mayor, City of Stockbridge 4640 North Henry Boulevard Stockbridge, GA 30281 Dear Mayor Williams, The Downtown Development Authority (DDA) of Stockbridge made significant progress during the first quarter of 2026, focusing on financial stewardship, downtown development, and strategic planning. Financially, the Authority maintained stable balances across its three primary accounts. The Operating Account recorded $15,000 in inflows with controlled expenses, while the Projects Account remains strong at over $145,000 after a strategic $15,000 transfer to support operational needs. The Facade Grant Account continues to be actively deployed, with approximately $18,000 in grant-related outflows supporting local business improvements. These actions reflect a disciplined approach to resource allocation while prioritizing visible downtown enhancements. From a governance perspective, the DDA strengthened its operational foundation by advancing the process to secure legal counsel, improving compliance procedures, and reinforcing board training and development. The Board also continued refining internal programs, including updates to the Facade Grant Program and the development of a new Interior Grant Program to expand support for local businesses. Project momentum remains strong across several key initiatives. The Authority is preparing to bring forward a formal request to City Council for the “Daddy King” statue, a catalytic placemaking project intended to anchor cultural identity downtown. Additional efforts include downtown boundary expansion, alleyway redevelopment, streetscape improvements, and coordination on major city-led investments such as the amphitheater, STEM school, and roadway enhancements. Economic development and placemaking continue to be central priorities. The DDA supported facade improvements for multiple businesses, explored public art opportunities such as murals, and initiated conversations around year-round programming and events to increase foot traffic. Overall, the first quarter reflects a focused, strategic approach—positioning the DDA to accelerate downtown revitalization, leverage public-private partnerships, and deliver longterm economic impact for the City of Stockbridge. Respectfully, Kenya Cook Kenya Cook Chair Board Members City Staff Kenya Cook, Chair - Present Cassandra Lester, Interim City Clerk - Absent Warren Washington, Vice-Chair - Present Vacant, Economic Development Director Jerry Mays, Treasurer -Present Lisa Fareed, Main Street Manager - Absent Tariq Collins, Secretary - Absent Lawanda Powell, Administrative Assistant Darryl Stamper, Board Member - Present Guest: Anthony Lawson, Andrew Dyer, and Lisa Dall Dyer Toseika Thomas, Board Member - Present Elton Alexander, City Council Liaison - Present Call to Order The Downtown Development Authority meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. Board member Tariq Collins was absent. Approve Agenda Motion to approve the current agenda was made Treasurer Mays: seconded by Vice-chair Washington. Approve December 16,2025, Minutes Motion to approve December 16, 2025, minutes was made by Vice-chair Washington: seconded by Treasurer Mays Board member Toseika Thomas arrived at 6:12 p.m. Board member Darryl Stamper arrived at 6:16 p.m. Officers and City Staff Reports Chairman’s Comments The Chair provided updates regarding governance compliance, minutes preparation, officer responsibilities, and the process for selecting legal counsel. Board member Thomas has not been properly sworn in. Chair Cook stated she will be able to give input but not eligible to vote. The Board agreed to interview three attorney candidates and select counsel by the next meeting. Vice Chair’s Comments Update Vice-Chair reported survey activity for the Alleyway project, including presence of Georgia Power representatives. He raised the issue of potential business disruption impacts during construction and asked whether there is precedent for mitigation funding / impact support for affected downtown businesses. Treasurer’s Update As of December 31, 2025: ● Facade Grants account: $41,133.50 (no change) ● Operating account: $2,731.24 (activity includes checks written and a $5 service charge) ● Projects account: $160,353.44 (no change since last statement) Motion to approve the Treasurer's report made by Vice-Chair Washington; seconded by Board Member Stamper; the motion passed 5-0 Treasurer’s Report Approved (5–0). Chair Cook recommended transferring about $15,000 to the operating account based on prior-year expense patterns to reduce constant inter-account transfers. Motion to approve the transfer of funds from the Projects account to the Operations account in the amount of $15,000 to allocate funds appropriately for annual/normal bills (transfer implied/authorized) made by Vice Chair Washington; seconded by Treasurer Mays; the motion passed (5–0). City Council Liaison Councilman Alexander shared multiple project updates: ● Amphitheater: City set a $3M budget for shows; booking is underway; seeking a general manager. ● Rock Quarry Road widening: approx. $40M, estimated completion late 2027; includes multi-use path/sidewalk. ● STEM school: $73M, opening planned for 2027 school year. ● Alleyway project: estimated $800K–$1M, with dedicated city funding mechanisms described. ● Habitat homes: sewer work funded by the City; homes targeted for dedication in June. ● Recreation center: $32M project; funding strategy includes bonds + SPLOST + state/federal requests. ● Tim Hortons announced for Rock Quarry Rd/North Henry Blvd area (drive-thru concept). Economic Development Department No Report Main Street Advisory Board Liaison Chair Cook recognized guests Anthony Lawson from Boot Camp Fitness, and Andrew Dyer and Lisa Dyer. Old Business Facade Grant Program Updates ● ArchDent Dental Clinic: Status remains pending. ○ Needs a 2nd quote from a different vendor ○ Revisit amount required ○ Confirm if permits are needed ● C.L. Beauty Salon: Update pending from staff. ○ Interior $8,500 ○ Exterior $14,800 = $23,300 Total Approved (DDA) ● Crown Pizza: Awaiting required documentation. ○ Awning Front and Back $17,856 ○ Permit $ 300 = $17,556 Total approved ○ Grant $15,000 ○ Balance - $2,556 X 33% ($744 Applicant); $1,812 (City) ● Frozen Smoke: ○ Need to complete/sign Agreement (minus concrete work 12/1) ○ Awning $16,270 ○ Door $1,947.63 need updated quote to reflect change in services $18,217.63 total ○ Grant $15,000, Balance $3,217.63 x 33% ($1,061 Applicant), $2,156 (City) ○ Scope reduced due to the City assuming responsibility for concrete work. ○ Total project cost decreased and remains below the originally approved amount. ○ Board consensus that no re-vote is required when scope and cost decrease. ○ Direction given to issue a confirmation letter documenting approval. No formal vote required. Interior Grant Program – Status Check ● Board discussed prior review of model programs (referenced as Griffin/Smyrna examples). ● Chair stated the full Board has not yet reviewed a final consolidated application package in a formal way (i.e., “pass it around, review, then vote”). ● Members agreed staff/committee should finalize a draft, then align resolution language with counsel. Decision direction (no formal vote recorded): ● Vice Chair Washington will coordinate with the Economic Development Coordinator and the Downtown Development Director (as needed) to refine the draft and return with a complete application. Projects Updates Daddy King Statue Project – Moving from Concept to Council Request ● Councilman explained the statue project has lingered for years due to lack of leadership and location debates. ● DDA intends to request City Council approval to: 1. allow the DDA to take leadership on the project, and 2. allow use of city property for the statue location. ● Costs are unknown; discussion included hypothetical ranges ($50K–$100K), but multiple members stated they need research and estimates. Decision direction (no formal vote recorded): ● Proceed with attorney-drafted resolution to put the request before City Council to start the process; DDA is not bound to final construction spending until later decisions/estimates. Railroad Property Structures – Demolition Discussion Tabled (5–0) ● Chair moved to table demolition discussion due to need for additional information. ● Passed 5–0. Downtown Boundary Expansion – Pending Attorney Resolution ● Boundary expansion requires attorney-prepared resolution; will be bundled with other items counsel must draft. Training & Development + Conference Attendance (Tulsa) ● Chair encouraged training to reduce “assumptions” about DDA powers and avoid process bottlenecks. ● Reminder: DDA members must meet annual training requirements; no formal tracking system currently exists. ● Main Street Now Conference (Tulsa, April 12–16) had been approved previously; during this meeting: ○ Chair confirmed intent to attend. ○ Two additional attendees expressed interest (as noted in discussion). ○ Cost estimates shared: registration ~$499 (member rate), and roughly $2,000 per person total trip budget (hotel/air/transport/per diem). ○ Likely reimbursement model: members may pay upfront and DDA reimburses. Decision direction (no formal vote recorded in this meeting): ● Chair to circulate specifics for final travel approvals/processing. Property Acquisition – Tabled Motion made by Vice-Chair Washington and seconded by Treasurer Mays 5-0 Discussion clarified City’s position: ○ City is maintaining the base allocation (~$45K). ○ Larger amounts (referenced up to ~$330K) are project-specific and caseby-case, not a blanket transfer. Marketing Updates - Tabled Motion made by Vice-Chair Washington and seconded by Treasurer Mays 5-0 Legal Updates ● A previously considered attorney could not proceed due to a conflict of interest (representation overlap with City matters). ● Another attorney candidate (recommended by Tariq) was still submitting credentials. ● Councilman advised it’s best practice to interview multiple candidates, including the CDA attorney as a potential option. One-off attorney for resolutions (discussion) ● Chair proposed a possible one-off attorney engagement to draft urgent resolutions (Interior Grant + Daddy King statue) so projects aren’t delayed while hiring counsel. ● After discussion, the group aligned around interviewing three attorneys and hiring one, rather than spending money on a one-off. Decision direction (no formal vote recorded): ● Interview 3 attorneys and select/hire counsel by the next meeting, potentially via a special called meeting or interviews at the start of the next regular meeting. ● Councilman preferred not to vote on attorney selection (liaison role), but emphasized the Board should make final selection. Action/need identified: ● The DDA still needed one additional attorney candidate beyond the two in discussion (Tariq’s + CDA attorney). New Business Mural Proposal ● Discussion with building ownership/representatives about placing a mural on an end/gateway building. ● Owners asked whether DDA already selected a design or if it would be open to artist submissions. ● Chair proposed connecting offline with the key point person (Therese via Lisa) and returning with a proposal. Decision direction (no formal vote recorded): ● Exchange contact info; develop options and return to Board. Renaissance Strategic Vision Plan ● No updates reported. Adjourn Chair Cook called for a Motion to adjourn at 7:41 p.m. Board member Stamper made the Motion, seconded by Vice Chair Washington. The motion passed unanimously. MEETING SUMMARY MINUTES Tuesday, 17 February 2026 @ 6PM 130 MLK Senior Heritage Trail Stockbridge, GA 30281 Board Members City Staff Kenya Cook, Chair- Present Cassandra Lester, Deputy City Clerk- Warren Washington, Vice-Chair- Absent Vacant, Economic Development Director Jerry Mays, Treasurer- Present Present Lisa Fareed, Main Street Manager- Tariq Collins, Secretary- Present Coordinator- Present Christine Chavis, Economic Development Darell Stampler, Board Member- Present Guest: Toseika Thomas, Board Member- Present Councilman Cloude Elton Alexander, City Council Liaison- Present Anthony Lawson Kenya Cook, Chairman called the meeting to order at 6:10PM, with an Invocation. Tariq Collins, Secretary proceeded with a roll call and quorum was established. Warren Washington, Vice-Chair absent. It was moved by Tariq Collins, Secretary and seconded by Jerry Mays, Treasurer that the agenda be approved and accepted. Motion carried. Minutes were sent out and posted on the website. No copies available at the meeting, we will revisit the minutes at the next meeting. Kenya Cook, Chairman mentioned we will be moving minutes in house from now on. Officer Reports: Chairman’s Comments-Cook Kenya Cook, Chairman attended the main street meeting, also Toseika Thomas has been sworn in as an official board member. There were some discussions at the April 12-16 national conference on main street. Also, the public facility authority is moving forward with the sidewalk project on the MLK trial. Vice-Chair Comments- Warren Washington No updates as the Vice-Chair was absent. Treasurer Update- Jerry Mays Jerry Mays, Treasurer gave an update on the accounts. Projects Account: No activity. As of 30 January 2026 the balance is $160,353.44. Operating Account: There was a service charge of $5.00.00. As of 30 January 2026 the balance is $2, 731.24. Facade Account:No Activity. As of 30 January 2026 the balance is $ 41,133.50. It was moved by Kenya Cook, Chairman and seconded by Elton Alexander, Councilmember that the treasurer report be accepted and made a part of the record. Motion carried 4-0 Discussion: Kenya Cook, Chairman mentioned that we hold a lot of money in no interest bearing accounts. He questioned is that proper? Tariq Collins, Secretary said it should not be improper but a vote of the board should be necessary. Jerry Mays, Treasurer said you want to be careful with the everyday accounts being moved because it's a public account. It's best to have money that has not moved a lot to sit in those accounts. We can also look into removing the service charge. Elton Alexander, Councilmember said this why we need an attorney on board to ensure we are doing things legally IAW the city and laws that we are governed by. Kenya Cook, Chairman asked are we being good stewards of the people's money with it not growing and sitting in the account. Elton Alexander, Councilmember said we should be spending money and not holding on to the money. We need the attorney to help us be able to give out the grants to the business owners in the city. Secretary Update- Tariq Collins Tariq Collins, Secretary, spoke about the lawyer he found and recommended to the board. The name was given to the Chair for further investigation. Old Business: Facade Grant Applications Update Kenya Cook, Chairman said we have CL Beauty Salon with a sent over outside facade grant and they need interior things done as well. There is no new info. There is some discussion about all the things she needs done with some of the interior things needed done due to the exterior grant being approved and it's all a part of the exterior grant approval. It was moved by Elton Alexander, Councilmember and seconded by Jerry Mays, Treasurer that we approve the exterior facade grant to include the interior work needed as a part of the exterior work being done for CL Beauty Salon. Motion Carried Kenya Cook, Chairman, asked about the Crown Pizza Grant. The Grants are ready to be voted on for Frozen Smoke and Crown Pizza. There was some discussion on voting with the members present. Because we had four members that established a quorum to open it was confusion on if we needed a quorum for votes. It was explained by Tariq Collins, Secretary that IAW Robert Rules of order, we need a quorum for us to officially meet, open, and conduct business. Once the meeting is open we can vote on all matters with the members present. It was moved by Kenya Cook, Chairman and seconded by Tariq Collins, Secretary that the application for Frozen Smoke be approved as is and signed off by the board tonight. MC with one abstention 3-0-1 It was moved by Tariq Collins, Secretary and seconded by Jerry Mays, Treasurer that we approve Crown Pizza application as is. MC with one abstention 3-0-1 Kenya Cook, Chairman, asked about the status of the interior grant. Christine did the updated application and we just need to send it to the attorney for review. Kenya Cook, Chairman, asked about the Burn Bootcamp outside Facade Grant. We needed a signature update. Projects Update: Kenya Cook, Chairman said we left off with the Daddy King Statue pending a resolution with the attorney. Elton Alexander, Councilmember said we are asking for the municipal park use of south Lee street to install the Daddy king statue and redo the park area as a tourist attraction. This is the busiest street outside of Eagles landing and the kids will see it on their way to the Stem school as well. We are also changing the name of Lee street to MLK since it is named after Robert Lee a confederate General. We are paying tribute to Daddy King as he lived here and walked the streets of Stockbridge. Kenya Cook, Chairman, asked about the update on the Rail Road Project. The city is going back to verify what agreement we have with the rail road for us to make a decision on how we can proceed. Elton Alexander, Councilmember said we are currently doing interviews for new Economic Development. Lisa Fareed, Downtown Manager gave an update on it and they will allow us to remove everything over in that space. Lets wait and see what the city comes back and say about how we will proceed with the demolition of the area. There will be 30 plus parking lots once it's cleared. Kenya Cook, Chairman mentioned that the Downtown Boundary has to be sent over to the attorney so it's in motion. Kenya Cook, Chairman mentioned we want to vote when everyone is back to do in house training. Kenya Cook, Chairman said no new update on the Mural Project. Kenya Cook, Chairman tabled the property Acquisition Marketing Plan: Kenya Cook, Chairman said we already have allocated money to support and help Main street for marketing. Vendor Proposal: No Update Legal Update: Kenya Cook, Chairman said we want to have three candidates come to the meeting. Two of them dropped out. We have one who is a great candidate. He would like to move forward with the one Attorney. We need to negotiate the terms. It was moved by Kenya Cook, Chairman and seconded by Tariq Collins, Secretary that we accept Attorney Wiggins as the new DDA Attorney. MC 4-0. New Business: Grant Research- Kenya Cook, Chairman said we need to get someone as a grant writer and we should be going after the grant money that is out there. City Council Update: Elton Alexander- City Council Liaison Elton Alexander, Councilmember said we are very excited about things coming downtown. A new business opened by April, the development of the fire department. The council is very active and keeps the ball rolling. The best gateway coming to town as well. We asked the council member to adopt a comprehensive area beautification plan. There is a rock quarry road extension program as well in the works. We currently put $2,000,000.00 in for the design. There is a Tim Horton coffee shop coming into town as well. Economic Development Director- Vacant Main Street- Lisa Fareed Lisa Fareed, Downtown Manager gave an update on the Burn bootcamp application saying he needs to do an updated application and afterwards we can do the review with the board and vote on it. There was a meeting with several groups for the projects the city has going on at the same time. The meeting offered for everyone to talk about the overlapping projects that were going on at the same time and it was a successful meeting on the trail to expand the side walks. We also needed to repair the sidewalk with the updates it needs. If we are going forward with the container project we need space for visitors. The alley way project was completed before December and finalized but waiting on approvals. They will go underground and update pipes, level the ground and grease traps, pad for trash collection and parking, utilities underground. The biggest news for this was the funding for the project and council member Alexander identified ear marked funds for this project which is close to one Million dollars. Ga Power does the EV station and they are working on a solution for that for us. There was some discussion on us updating the facade grant and letting the business owners know we have the grant to spend to improve the business infrastructure. Executive Session There was no executive session It was moved by Elton Alexander, Councilmember and seconded by Tariq Collins, Secretary that we close the meeting at 7:32PM Kenya Cook Tariq Collins Chairman Secretary MEETING SUMMARY MINUTES Wednesday, March 11, 2026 @ 6:00PM 130 MLK Senior Heritage Trail, Stockbridge, GA 30281 CALL TO ORDER Meeting Called to order at 6:04 PM Roll Call & Meeting Opening - Guest Anthony Jackson was welcomed and William Smith was introduced as the new Economic Development Director. Board Members City Staff Kenya Cook, Chair - Present Cassandra Lester, Interim City Clerk - Absent Warren Washington, Vice-Chair - Present William Smith, Economic Development Director Present Jerry Mays, Treasurer -Present Lisa Fareed, Main Street Manager - Present Tariq Collins, Secretary - Absent Lawanda Powell, Administrative Assistant Darryl Stamper, Board Member - Present Guest: Anthony Lawson, and Lisa Dow Dyer Toseika Thomas, Board Member - Present Elton Alexander, City Council Liaison - Present Approval of Agenda - Motion to approve the agenda passed. Motion: Vice Chair Washington 2nd: Treasurer Mays Vote: 4-0 OFFICER’S REPORTS Chairman’s Comments Confirmed travel to the Mainstreet Conference in Tulsa, Ok. The dates are April 13th - April 16th. The chairman will be reimbursed for travel by submitting receipts. The next conference will be hosted by The Georgia Downtown Association Annual meeting on August 17th - 20th, Rome Georgia. Vice Chairs Comments No comments Treasurer’s Update Will provide updates at the April 21, 2026 meeting Secretary’s Update No updates OLD BUSINESS Facade Grant - Discussion on expanding facade grant language to include landscaping, lighting, and permanent exterior improvements. - Differentiation between permanent enhancements (e.g., sodding, lighting) and movable items (e.g., planters). - No update on pending grant applications. - Action: Lisa and another board member to draft detailed language for the grant and review at a future meeting. Project Updates Power Lines & Sidewalk Improvements: - Stakeholder meetings with Georgia Power, architects, engineers, and trail planners are ongoing. - Plans for burying power lines, widening and leveling sidewalks for ADA accessibility, and removing unsafe half walls to improve curb appeal. - Coordination to minimize redundant construction and maximize efficiency. - Discussion about relocating trash compactor to improve aesthetics and free up parking. - Decision: Trash location suggestions noted for future planning. Railroad Space & Lease Agreement: - City is finalizing a lease agreement with Norfolk Southern for future demolition and construction. Project Timeline & Business Impact: - Construction documents are in progress; timeline will be clarified once a contractor is secured. - Suggestion to consider an impact fund for businesses during construction disruptions. To be discussed with the city manager. Beautification & Lighting - Proposal for new year-round pole lighting design (~$7,000 for 14 poles) to enhance downtown appeal. - Discussion about extending upgrades beyond the main block to the broader downtown district. - Emphasis on integrating aesthetic improvements with utility (e.g., outlets for events/vendors). - Motion passed to approve lighting expenditure. Motion: Vice Chair Washington 2nd: Treasurer Mays Vote: 7-0 - Plan to explore additional features such as two-sided banners and hanging baskets, with consideration for maintenance. Marketing Plan Downtown Events & Revenue Generation - Need for year-round events to increase foot traffic and support businesses. - $6,000 budget already approved for events. - Action: Discuss and plan a schedule of events, including potential Spring Fest and collaborations with local businesses. - Encouragement for business owners to take a more active role in organizing events. - Introduction of Anthony Jackson's upcoming event (cigars, bourbon, and house music) to diversify downtown activities. Legal Update - New attorney (Attorney Burns Wiggins) appointed at $285/hr for meetings and $650 per resolution. - Board confirmed rates are competitive. - Action: Attorney to create templates to reduce future costs; resolutions to be signed and sent for processing. NEW BUSINESS - Suggestion to broaden focus beyond MLK strip by creating unique downtown districts, each with its own identity and standards (e.g., historic signage). - Proposal to tie signage upgrades to facade grant requirements. - Action: Economic development team to engage business owners and develop districtspecific guidelines. 9. City & Staff Reports City Council Liaison: - Announced first amphitheater show (Mother's Day weekend with Jaheim, 112, Black Street). - Plans for road extensions, mixed-use developments, and new Tim Hortons. - STEM school construction update; expected to bring more students and staff to the area. - Master trail plan and transportation improvements funded and moving forward. Economic Development Department: - Introduction of new director William Smith, with expertise in economic development finance and incentives. - Discussion of pursuing Opportunity Zone designation for tax credits; will reconnect with state contacts for application support. - Interest in diversifying business types, including possible manufacturing, after community needs assessment. Main Street Updates: - Preparation for increased visitors due to a major event at Mercedes Benz Stadium, emphasizing hospitality and coordinated marketing. - Plans to partner with hotels and provide translated menus/QR codes for international guests. ADJOURN - Motion passed to adjourn meeting. Motion: Vice Chair Washington 2nd: Treasurer Mays Vote: 6-0 Meeting adjourned at 6:56 PM STOCKBRIDGE CITYWIDE DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY 2026 1st QUARTER REPORT To: From: Date: Subject: The Mayor and City Council of the City of Stockbridge, Georgia Stockbridge Citywide Development Authority April 27, 2026 Stockbridge Citywide Development Authority 2026 Q1 Report EVENTS South Metro Development Conference. The Stockbridge Citywide Development Authority Board was in attendance at this event on February 11, 2026. Business Conference Attendance & Table The Stockbridge Citywide Development Authority (“Authority”) Board attended and participated in “Why Invest Now – Select Stockbridge” Panel on Thursday, March 26, 2026. The Board was also visible with a branded table and provided collaterals to conference attendees. Economic Development Luncheon The Stockbridge Citywide Development Authority (“Authority”) Board “Select Stockbridge” had presence with two board members at The GEDA and GA Chamber of Commerce State of Economic Development Luncheon on Wednesday, March 18, 2026. Highly Visible Golf Event The Stockbridge Citywide Development Authority (“Authority”) Board attended and provided “Select Stockbridge” collateral materials to golf event attendees and participants on Monday, April 6, 2026 and connected with those who want to Select Stockbridge for their business investment. Visibility The Stockbridge Citywide Development Authority (“Authority”) “Select Stockbridge” sponsored a hole with our leading and primary health care establishment, Piedmont Henry, on Monday, April 20, 2026. Engagement The Stockbridge Citywide Development Authority (“Authority”) “Select Stockbridge’s” Commercial Broker has planned an activation for specific sites within the City with other commercial brokers and developers. Invitation Only. MARKETING & BRANDING Think Link Media Outdoor Digital Billboard. The Authority’s public facing image “Select Stockbridge” has secured and actively running their marketing on 1-75N heading to Stockbridge, GA. Highlighting the City’s Businesses, Restaurants, and Hotels with the Messages “Invest, Grow, Innovate” and “Eat, Shop, Stay.” Updated Videos, Interviews and B-Roll. The Authority Board has received a contract to update BRoll with the City’s newest developments and Key Stakeholder Interviews. Interviews are currently being scheduled. Retention and Attraction. The Authority owns the domain names visitstockbridgega.com and visitstockbridgega.org and will activate these pages in anticipation of FIFA. As these will be used for redirects to an additional page on the Authority’s website to highlight the City's hotels, restaurants, and businesses. As a note, the Authority’s current website and public facing name, Select Stockbridge, is www.selectstockbridge.com. BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT Strategic Initiative Subcommittee. The Board is working with a Commercial Broker to strategically determine key real properties to secure for development and redevelopment opportunities. The Board will implement a business assistance program and/or a façade grant available citywide for 2026. Website Initiatives. The CDA Website has been updated and will continue to be updated with pertinent information on how to do business with Select Stockbridge, Why Stockbridge should be an investment, updating current board members on the website, providing updated developments within the city, as well as revealing the bonding documentation application as front-facing. Resolutions. The Authority authorized multiple Micro-Literacy Grants in November 2025 to support the Stockbridge local elementary schools to ensure there is a strong pipeline into our workforce and to ensure our feeder schools’ scores continue to rise; which directly impacts economic development and the type of businesses that will be attracted to the area. To be distributed in 2026. Page 2 of 3 Stockbridge Citywide Development Authority Quarterly Report Real Estate. The Board is in discussion, have met, as well as have participated, with several investor site visits interested in “Selecting Stockbridge.” The Board has also reviewed key properties for acquisition for development and redevelopment purposes, has worked with our Real Estate Representative to craft offers, and have done a citywide tour to identify areas for redevelopment. Page 3 of 3 Stockbridge Citywide Development Authority Quarterly Report Stockbridge Youth Council Overview • • • • SYC/AC Members Past Activities Upcoming Events Financial Report Stockbridge Youth Council Committee Youth Council (20) • 14 Active Members • 6 Seniors Graduating (Class of 2026) • 5 New Members (Upcoming School Year) • Advisory Committee (12) • 11 Active Members • • • • • • • • SYC/AC Monthly Meetings Area Beautification GMA Symposium Winter Wonderland Teen Skate Night MLK Beautification Day SYC Leadership Retreat SYC Youth Entrepreneur Expo Stockbridge Youth Council Past Activities January - March • • • SYC/AC Monthly Meetings Area Beautification SYC-SPD Dinner & Discussion (April 16, 2026) • • Mother’s Day Tea Senior Banquet (May 12, 2026) • Health and Wellness Initiative (Throughout the Summer- SYC Instagram/Facebook) • Recruitment Stockbridge Youth Council Events April - June Stockbridge Youth Council 2026 Budget Note: $2,500 will also be refunded back to the SYC budget for the recent trip to Selma bringing our remaining total to: $20,302.81 MAY 11, 2026 ✔ Ryan Anderson Community Development APPEAL CASE #AP-2026-01. Consideration of an appeal of the completed Zoning Verification Letter (ZVL) for two parcels at the southwest corner of East Atlanta Road and Stagecoach Road, including Parcel #047-01016001 with 2.64 acres and Parcel #028-02021005 with 10.88 acres. Applicant: Newton Galloway, Attorney. Property Owner: Samir Patel. The ZVL was completed on March 27, 2026, and the applicant filed the appeal on April 19, 2026. Mr. Patel wants to build a gas station, a commercial building with several tenants, and townhomes on the property. The ZVL states that the property is zoned as PUD, but the applicant believes that it is still zoned as PTD (a PUD predecessor) and that it is still governed by a 2001 Development Agreement. PUD zoning requires a Special Use Permit for a gas station and convenience store, while the PTD zoning did not. Staff Recommendation: Denial. ✔ $0.00 APPEAL CASE #AP-2026-01 DENIAL. Henry County, GA Overview Legend Parcels Roads 588 ft Parcel ID Property Address District 028-02021005 Class C Owner Acreage 10.88 Address City/Stockbridge PATEL SAMIR 1400 OLD CONYERS RD STOCKBRIDGE GA 30281 Land Value: Building Value: Misc Value: Total Value: $272,000 $0 $0 Last 2 Sales Date Price Reason Qual 1/22/2019 $250,000 n/a Q n/a $ n/a n/a $272,000 Parcel lines depicted on the maps do not re ect a true and exact representation of property boundaries and should not be relied upon for said purpose. Property boundary lines are depicted on recorded plats available at the Henry County Courthouse or can be determined by employing the services of a licensed surveyor. Date created: 11/27/2024 Last Data Uploaded: 11/27/2024 3:43:06 AM Developed by Henry County, GA Overview Legend Parcels Roads 588 ft Parcel ID Property Address District 047-01016001 Class C Owner Acreage 2.64 Address City/Stockbridge PATEL SAMIR 1400 OLD CONYERS RD STOCKBRIDGE GA 30281 Land Value: Building Value: Misc Value: Total Value: $230,000 $0 $0 $230,000 Last 2 Sales Date Price Reason Qual 2/7/2018 $0 OTHER U 5/2/2003 $300,000 n/a U Parcel lines depicted on the maps do not re ect a true and exact representation of property boundaries and should not be relied upon for said purpose. Property boundary lines are depicted on recorded plats available at the Henry County Courthouse or can be determined by employing the services of a licensed surveyor. Date created: 11/27/2024 Last Data Uploaded: 11/27/2024 3:43:06 AM Developed by 1 TO: Stockbridge Mayor and City Council Stockbridge Planning Commission FROM: Linda M. Logan, Senior Planner, Planning and Zoning Division CC: Ryan Anderson, Community Development Director Veronica Green, Chief Planner DATE: May 11, 2026 SUBJECT: Staff Report for Appeal Case #AP-2026-01: Parcel #047-01016001 and Parcel #028-02021005 on East Atlanta Road and Stagecoach Road (Council District 4) I. INTRODUCTION The applicant for Appeal Case #AP-2026-01 has filed an appeal against a Zoning Verification Letter (ZVL) that was completed on March 27, 2026 for his property at the southwest corner of East Atlanta Road and Stagecoach Road (Parcel #047-01016001 and Parcel #028-02021005). The applicant / owner, Samir Patel, is represented by his attorney (the agent), Newton Galloway, who filed the appeal (SAGES Case #APPEAL2026.04.0885) on April 20, 2026. Mr. Galloway submitted his ZVL application on March 27, 2026 (SAGES Case #ZVL-2026.03.0757), and the ZVL was completed by the Planning & Zoning Staff on the same day. The completed ZVL stated that the property is zoned as PUD (Planned Unit Development), whereas Mr. Galloway sought confirmation that the property is zoned as PTD (Planned Town Development). Mr. Patel proposes to build a mixed-use development on the property, including a gas station, convenience store, additional retail tenants, and townhomes. Mr. Galloway contends that these uses are allowed under PTD, but the current Stockbridge Unified Development Code (UDC) requires that properties which are located within the PMU (Parkway Mixed-Use) Overlay District be approved for a Special Use Permit to allow for a gas station and convenience store. A. Applicant’s Requested Form of Relief. Attorney Galloway’s requested form of relief in his appeal application is as follows: Reissuance of the Zoning Verification Letter that confirms the zoning on the Subject Property is PTD pursuant to the Development Agreement for Pine 2 Grove Community, LLC, entered December 21, 2021, amended January 9, 2002. B. Applicant’s Justification for the Appeal. Mr. Galloway contends that the subject property is zoned as PTD (Planned Town Development), rather than PUD, on the basis of the approval of Rezoning Ordinance #01-105, which rezoned the property from RA (Residential-Agricultural) to PTD (Planned Town Development) on November 19, 2001 as part of a larger tract for the Pine Grove Community containing 149.47 acres. He also believes that the associated Development Agreement for Pine Grove, which was authorized by the adoption of Resolution #01-17 on the same date, still governs the subject property. The Development Agreement, which was adopted on December 21, 2001 and was amended on January 9, 2002, allowed for the adoption and development of a Master Plan to include commercial and residential development. Mr. Galloway stated that the subject property is located within an area of the Master Plan that was designated for commercial development, and that the applicant now wishes to build such commercial development. He further cited, below, Section 13 of the Development Agreement to justify its continued applicability, to the subject property; and stated that Section 8.36.050(2) of the PTD Ordinance allows gas stations as a permitted use; and stated that the layout of the buildings on the proposed site plan complies with what is shown on the Master Plan within the Development Agreement. All development regulations, guidelines, standards, rules, and conditions of the City of Stockbridge and Henry County in effect as of the date of this Agreement and the regulations, guidelines, standards, rules, and conditions of this Agreement shall control over any future changes in the City of Stockbridge and Henry County regulations, guidelines, standards, rules, and conditions. II. DESCRIPTION OF THE SUBJECT PROPERTY The subject property consists of two parcels at the southwest corner of East Atlanta Road and Stagecoach Road, as are shown by the two aerial photographs below. Samir Patel is the owner of both parcels, which are undeveloped. Parcel #047-01016001 to the east contains 2.64+/- acres and Parcel #028-02021005 to the west contains 10.88 +/- acres. The Stockbridge Planning Commission approved the recombination of the two parcels into one parcel, upon the applicant’s request, on February 27, 2020 (six years ago). However, the Henry County Tax Assessors’ records still show the property as consisting of two parcels. The Planning & Zoning Office has not received a copy of a recorded plat, which the Tax Assessors’ Office will need as a basis for updating their records to show the property as being only one parcel. The City’s current Zoning Map shows both parcels as being zoned as PUD, and they are located within the Parkway Mixed-Use (PMU) Overlay District. The table within Section 2.4.13(B) of the UDC lists the types of permitted retail and business uses in the PUD district as being any use that is permitted in the OI, C-1, and C-2 districts. Section 3 2.5.2(C)(1)(a) for the PMU Overlay District identifies gas stations as “select uses”, and Section 3.2.14 states that gas stations are a “special use” within the C-2 zoning district, although they are a permitted use in the C-3 zoning district. The parcels have the future land use designation of Low-Density Residential, which does not allow commercial uses. This information is shown by the map excerpts below. 4 PARCEL #047-01016001 WITH 2.64+/- ACRES PARCEL #028-02021005 WITH 10.88 +/- ACRES 5 EXCERPT FROM THE CURRENT ZONING MAP Subject Parcels 6 EXCERPT FROM THE CURRENT OVERLAY DISTRICT MAP EXCERPT FROM THE CURRENT FUTURE LAND USE MAP Light Orange—Low-Density Residential Medium Orange—Medium-Density Residential 7 III. HISTORY OF THE PROPERTY A. Events in 2000 and 2001. On August 21, 2000, the subject property was annexed into the Stockbridge City Limits from unincorporated Henry County as part of a larger 14947+/- tract of land via Ordinance #200-00, and it was assigned the zoning district of RA (Residential-Agricultural) via Rezoning Ordinance #00-82. One year later, on November 19, 2001, the property was rezoned via Rezoning Case #RZ-01-26 and Ordinance #01105 from RA to PTD (Planned Town Development), with the requirement that a development agreement be prepared. Resolution #01-17 on the same date authorized the approval of an associated Development Agreement for the Pine Grove Community, which included a Master Development Plan. The agreement was made between the City of Stockbridge, property owners Edward H. Whiddon and Carole M. Whiddon, and the developer, China States Construction and Engineering Corporation, along with various other property owners. The Development Agreement specified various terms and conditions for the development of the property for a single-family residential component, a townhome component, and a commercial / retail component. Page 4 stated that the “validity and enforceability of this Agreement is conditional upon the City rezoning the Property to the zoning classification as follows: . . . [the] property . . . shall be rezoned from the R-A zoning classification to the PT (Planned Town Development zoning classification.” Further, Page 13 of the Development Agreement stated that the “rules, regulations and conditions of the Zoning Ordinance of the city shall apply to the acres of the Property designated commercial or retail within the Planned Town Development Classification.” Thus, it is important to note that the Development Agreement was prepared on the basis of the property being zoned as PTD, not PUD. Further, the existing two parcels comprising the subject property, in their current configurations, did not exist at the time of the rezoning of the parent property to PTD and the preparation of the Pine Gate Development Agreement. That means that the parcels were later subdivided from the parent property; thus, the PTD zoning, as well as the Pine Gate Development Agreement, no longer apply to the subject property. B. Events in 2019. On April 11, 2019, a Development Agreement for the Pine View Subdivision was approved by the Stockbridge City Council after the Pine View Subdivision had been “substantially developed” as a subdivided tract from the original Pine Grove Community. The agreement was made between the City and Drapac Group 32, LLC. It stated that Pine View was previously governed by the Development Agreement for Pine Grove under a Master Development Plan, but that “subsequent events” caused the Master Development Plan to be divided into “three separate” projects—Pine Grove, Pine View, and a Commercial Tract (including the subject property). With the adoption of the new Development Agreement for Pine View, Pine View was “released” from the control of the Pine Grove Development Agreement. However, the Pine Grove Development Agreement would remain “in full force and effect” for both the Pine Grove Community and the Commercial Tract, including the subject 8 property. However, as was stated above, since the subject property was rezoned in 2022 from PTD to PUD, and since the two parcels in their current configurations were subdivided from the original Pine Gate tract, the terms of the Pine View Development also no longer apply to the subject property. C. Events in 2020. On February 27, 2020, the Stockbridge Planning Commission approved the recombination of two parcels of land into one parcel for the owner of the subject property, Samir Patel. This included Parcel #047-01016001 with 2.64 +/- acres in Land Lot 100 of District 12 (located at the southwest corner of East Atlanta Road and Stagecoach Road) and Parcel #028-0202005 with 10.88 +/- acres in Land Lot 101 of District 12 (located at the southeast corner of Stagecoach Road and Woodall Road). The Planning & Zoning Division, however, has not received a copy of a recorded plat, and the Henry County Tax Assessors’ records still show the property as being two parcels rather than one. D. Events in 2021. Samir Patel had filed two applications to be heard by the Stockbridge Planning Commission on December 21, 2022. These included Comprehensive Plan Amendment Case #CP-2021-02 and Rezoning Case #RZ-2021-02. The applicant was represented by Sibley-Miller Surveying, the Agent. The purpose of CP-2021-02 was to change the subject property’s future land use designation from Low-Density Residential to Low-Density Vertical Mixed-Use, and the purpose of RZ-2021-02 was to allow the rezoning of the property from PTD to MUND (Mixed-Use Neighborhood Development) to allow for the development of a gas station, several commercial buildings, and a townhome community. However, the applicant withdrew both applications prior to the meeting, and the cases have not been revived since then. E. Events in 2022. On March 14, 2022, the Stockbridge City Council adopted a new Zoning Map and a new Overlay Districts Map, which included new zoning districts. The map adoptions coincided with the adoption of an updated Unified Development Code (UDC). One of the new zoning districts was the PUD (Planned Unit Development). One of the new zoning districts was the PUD (Planned Unit Development), which replaced the former PTD, MUNC, and TND districts. This caused the zoning of the subject property to change from PUD to PTD. F. Events in 2023. A pre-meeting was held in the Levi Conference Room of City Hall on December 4, 2023. Attending the meeting were the applicant, his attorney, the City Manager, and members of the Planning & Zoning Staff. G. Events in 2025. On June 18, 2025, the applicant submitted into SAGES (Case #SPEC-2025.06.0822) an application for a Special Use Permit for the purpose of requesting to build a gas station on the subject property. A survey and site plan were submitted, along with a Letter of Intent. H. Events in 2026. On March 27, 2026, the applicant applied for a Zoning Verification Letter (ZVL), and the ZVL was completed by the Planning & Zoning Staff on the same day. Then on April 20, 2026, the applicant filed an appeal. The appeal case, #AP-2026- 9 01, is scheduled to be heard by the City Council on May 11, 2026. IV. PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT As part of the applicant’s Special Use Permit application, the applicant submitted a site plan that was prepared by Sibley-Miller Surveying & Planning, Inc. as Project #B202085, which was dated 8/28/2024 with the title, “Master Development Plan: Samir Patel; 13.524 Platted Acres.” It showed a proposed mixed-use development that would include a gas station, a retail building, a commercial building, and 35 townhomes within seven (7) buildings at the rear. A gas station and convenience store would be located in the center building, and there would be six (6) business spaces altogether. The convenience store would have approximately 5,000 square feet. Although the proposed site plan encompasses both of the applicant’s parcels, the applicant has submitted a survey of only the smaller parcel adjacent to East Atlanta Road (where the gas station and commercial uses would be built), and the application is only for the smaller parcel. However, the applicant must either build the gas station and commercial uses separately from the townhomes on the small parcel only, or the applicant must have a recombination plat recorded so that the two parcels can be combined to form one parcel and the proposed site plan for both the commercial and residential uses may be used for both parcels. The applicant makes the statements below in his Letter of Intent, which signifies his acknowledgement that the property is zoned as PUD, and that a Special Use Permit (formerly known as a Conditional Use Permit) would be required to build a gas station on the property. However, the applicant also stated his belief that his proposed retail and commercial uses, as well as the townhomes, are allowed by right under the existing PUD zoning, and that only the proposed gas station requires a special use permit (f.k.a. conditional use permit). “The Owner / Applicant seeks rezoning from PUD to C-2/Conditional zoning . . . “ “Both tracts are currently zoned PUD. The Owner / Applicant presented a development plan for both tracts under PUD zoning.” “Because the development will include a gas station, conditional use approval is required under either PUD or C-2.” 10 APPLICANT’S PROPOSED SITE PLAN V. THE P.U.D. (PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT) ZONING DISTRICT The City’s current PUD (Planned Unit Development) District was born on March 14, 2022 when the City adopted its new Unified Development Code (UDC), along with its new Zoning Map and Overlay District Map (which also merged other zoning districts), per Ordinance #OR22-497. At that time, changes were made to some of the existing zoning districts and new ones were added. Section 2.3 provides the following explanation: During the preparation of this new unified development code, some zoning districts were retained, some districts were converted to new districts or combined with other districts, some districts were eliminated, and new districts were added. Section 2.3(B) of the UDC provides the “City of Stockbridge Zoning District Conversion Chart”, which lists the previous zoning districts and the new zoning districts. A portion of the Chart is reproduced below. It shows that the PTD district, along with the MUND and TND districts, were merged to form the new PUD district. Thus, the PTD district no longer exists within the City of Stockbridge. 11 City of Stockbridge Zoning District Conversion Chart ______________________________________________________________________ Previous Zoning District Designation Zoning District Designation Under This Unified Development Code Three Mixed-Use Districts: New Mixed-Use District: PTD, Planned Town Development District MUND, Mixed-Use Neighborhood Dev. District TND, Traditional Neighborhood Development PUD-Planned Unit Development Section 2.4.14 of the UDC lists numerous requirements for PUD zoning. Among them are the following: 1. Area. The minimum area that is required for a PUD District shall be three (3) contiguous acres of land. 2. Uses. Each PUD final development plan must include at least two (2) different uses and / or two (2) types of varied housing options. F. PUD Master Development Plan Approval Request. A master development plan which incorporates the comments and modifications made by the community development department in its review of the preliminary concept plan shall be submitted with the application for rezoning. VI. COUNCIL ACTIONS ON OTHER PROPERTIES HAVING DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENTS In recent years, the Stockbridge City Council has been consistent in its treatment of properties that were subject to development agreements. For zoning modification cases, in which the applicants sought to make major changes to a previouslyapproved site plan but to maintain the same zoning district, the Council enforced or modified the terms of the existing development agreements. But for rezoning cases, in which the applicants sought to change the zoning of the property altogether, the Council gave the applicants a fresh start, free from the terms of the development agreements. Examples of these cases are listed below. Council Treatment of Zoning Modification Cases for Properties Whose Development Agreements Were Enforced or Modified: 1. ZM-2020-01 for Parcel #013-01019000 on Walt Stephens Road at Speer Road. The terms of a 1996 Development Agreement for Brentwood Subdivision (formerly Aberdeen Village) were enforced for this parcel, where Pulte Group proposed to build a mixed residential development on 155.2 acres. 12 2. ZM-2022-01 for Parcel #S07-01006005 on Brush Creek Court. The terms of the Brush Creek Commons Development Agreement from 2001 were modified to allow Pivotol Enterprises, LLC to build its proposed townhome development on this parcel within the existing MFR (Multiple Family Residential) zoning district on this parcel with 15.895 +/- acres. 3. ZM-2024-01 for Parcel #S07-01006005 on Brush Creek Court. The terms of the Brush Creek Commons Development Agreement from 2001 were further modified from the ZM-2022-01 approval to allow Pivotol Enterprises, LLC to build Phase 1 of its proposed townhome development on this parcel within the existing MFR (Multiple Family Residential) zoning district on this parcel with 15.895 +/- acres. Council Treatment of Rezoning Cases for Properties Whose Development Agreements Became Not Applicable: 1. RZ-2019-04 and RZ-2020-01 by TPA Residential for Parcel #032-01026000 on Hudson Bridge Drive. The terms of a Walmart Development Agreement and Master Plan for this parcel, which was annexed into the City of Stockbridge in 2002, were determined to be not applicable in rezoning this parcel, containing 20.367+/- acres, from C-2 to MUND to allow for a development with townhomes and commercial uses. The applicant withdrew its RZ-2019-04 application and returned to file RZ-2020-01 for a purely townhome development, but that application was denied by City Council. 2. RZ-2022-08 for Parcel #032-01026000 on Hudson Bridge Drive. The terms of The terms of a Walmart Development Agreement and Master Plan for this parcel, which was annexed into the City of Stockbridge in 2002, were determined to be not applicable in rezoning this parcel, containing 20.367+/- acres, from C-2 to MUND to allow Carter Acquisitions, LLC to rezone the property from C-2 to MFR to build an apartment community on 20.367+/- acres. 3. RZ-2024-01 for Parcel #032-01026000 on Hudson Bridge Drive. The terms of The terms of a Walmart Development Agreement and Master Plan for this parcel, which was annexed into the City of Stockbridge in 2002, were determined to be not applicable in rezoning this parcel, containing 20.367+/- acres, from C-2 to MUND to allow Lennar Georgia, LLC, to rezone the property from C-2 to MFR to build a townhome community on 20.367 +/- acres. 4. RZ-2023-05 for Three Parcels on Davidson Parkway at Walter Way. The terms of a 2003 Development Agreement with DRA Development for Northbridge Crossing were determined to be not applicable upon the rezoning of this property from C-3 to PUD to allow the applicant, D. R. Horton, Inc., to build a mixed-use development, Branford Crossing, on 78.864+/- acres. 13 VII. CONCLUSIONS Based on the foregoing information, the following conclusions are drawn for Appeal Case #AP-2026-01: 1. The subject property still consists of two parcels, even though the Planning Commission approved their recombination into one parcel. That is because the applicant apparently has not had the recombination plat recorded so that the Tax Assessors’ Office can update its property tax records. Yet, the applicant proposes building his proposed development over both parcels to include both the commercial and residential uses. His Special Use Permit application must therefore include a site plan for both parcels, even though the gas station would only be built on the smaller parcel. 2. The property’s future land use designation of Low-Density Residential does not allow commercial uses; thus, a Comprehensive Plan amendment would be needed. 3. The enforcement of the Development Agreement for the Pine Grove Community, as including the subject property (which was part of the commercial component), as well as the Development Agreement for the subsequent Pine View Subdivision, were based on the property being zoned as PTD, not PUD; thus, both Development Agreements no longer apply to the subject property. 4. The existing two parcels comprising the subject property, in their current configurations, did not exist at the time of the rezoning of the parent property to PTD and the preparation of the Pine Gate Development Agreement. That means that the parcels were later subdivided from the parent property. Thus, the PTD zoning and the Pine Gate Development Agreement no longer apply to the subject property. 5. Although the Development Agreement for the Pine View Subdivision, which was prepared after most of the Pine View Subdivision had been developed, stated that its terms are still in force for the remainder of the original Pine Grove property (including the subject property, representing the “Commercial Tract”), that was based on the property being remained zoned as PTD. 6. When the new Zoning Map and Overlay Map were adopted by City Council on March 14, 2022 via Ordinance #OR22-497, it included the new PUD zoning district, which replaced the former PTD zoning district (as well as the former MUND and TND zoning districts). Therefore, the PTD zoning district no longer exists. Further, the new Zoning Map showed the subject property as now being zoned as PUD. 7.The City Council has consistently enforced the terms of development agreements for properties whose applicants sought zoning modifications rather than rezonings for their properties, whereas the City Council has determined that development agreements for properties whose applicants sought to rezone their properties were no longer applicable. 14 8. In the applicant’s Special Use Permit Application, he acknowledges that the property is zoned as PUD. VIII. STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS In view of the conclusions above, the Staff makes the following recommendations for Appeal Case #AP-2026-01: 1. DENIAL of the applicant’s appeal via AP-2026-01. 2. Confirmation of the accuracy of the Zoning Verification Letter that was prepared for the subject property on March 27 2026, which states that the subject property is zoned as PUD. 3. Confirmation that the Development Agreement for the Pine Grove Community, the Development Agreement for the Pine View Subdivision, and the PTD Ordinance all no longer apply to the subject property. 4. Confirmation that the applicant must take the following actions in developing the subject property if the proposed development project is to include a gas station, other commercial uses, and residential uses all within a combined site plan encompassing both parcels: a. Have a recombination plat recorded to enable the property to become one parcel. b. Apply for a Special Use Permit for the proposed gas station. c. Apply for a Comprehensive Plan amendment to assign a new future land use designation to the property to allow for both commercial and residential uses at the appropriate density. Project/Case # ZVL-2026.03.0757 Parcel Number(s): Location Details: 047-01016001, 028-02021005 Corner of East Atlanta Road and Stagecoach Road Zoning Verification Letter Request Zoning Case Number: Ordinance Case Number: A Zoning Verification Letter (ZVL) is a statement from the Community Development Department – Planning, Zoning, & GIS Division located at 4602 North Henry Boulevard, Stockbridge, GA, 30281 that identifies and describes the zoning district in which a property is located and may include information about the permitted uses in the zoning districts. The letter is also used to submit to lenders for financing or for state/federal agencies. The Community Development Department – Planning, Zoning, & GIS Division will assist you in verifying the zoning of a parcel or parcels of land. Your Zoning Verification Letter will be completed within seven (7) business days upon receipt of the following items: Completed ZVL application Payment for $200 per parcel made payable to the City of Stockbridge. Survey or site plan of the property that identifies the property parcel size. Applications can be emailed to planning@stockbridgega.org. Should you need copies of building records or Certificates of Occupancy you must file an Open Records Request with the office of the City Clerk. Requestor Name: First Name Last Name Samir Patel (ZVL will be addresses and forwarded to this person) Company Name None Email fmsuperiwala@gmail.com Phone # (404) 717-6695 Zip: Mailing Address 247 Eagles Landing Way City: McDonough Subject Property Case Name: East Atlanta/Stagecoach Road Development Create your own case name. State: Georgia 30253 Current Use: District: Vacant District 4 Finder. Proposed Use: Commercial Shopping Center Development, Convenience Store, Gas Station Please refer to the SagesGov Council District Number of Parcels: 2 Describe the proposed use of building or property in a complete descriptive narrative and add any other information that would be necessary. The proposed commercial development lies on approximately 13.524 acres (the "Subject Property") located at the intersection of East Atlanta Road and Stagecoach Road in the northeast corner of the City of Stockbridge. The Subject Property is part of a larger tract that was zoned by Resolution 01-17 (the "Rezoning Resolution") on November 19, 2001. The Rezoning Resolution approved zoning development of the Pine Grove Community, LLC, a mixed use development. The Subject Property was zoned PTD (Planned Town Development)(Development Agreement, Section 2(a)). The Subject Property is part of the commercial development area. Rezoning was conditioned upon the execution of a Development Agreement between the Whiddons/China State (Owners/Developer) and City of Stockbridge. The Development Agreement was executed on December 21, 2001. 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The applicant / owner, Samir Patel, is represented by his attorney (the agent), Newton Galloway, who filed the appeal (SAGES Case #APPEAL-2026.04.0885) on April 20, 2026. Mr. Galloway submitted his ZVL application on March 27, 2026 (SAGES Case #ZVL2026.03.0757), and the ZVL was completed by the Planning & Zoning Staff on the same day. The completed ZVL stated that the property is zoned as PUD (Planned Unit Development), whereas Mr. Galloway sought confirmation that the property is zoned as PTD (Planned Town Development). Mr. Patel proposes to build a mixed-use development on the property, including a gas station, convenience store, additional retail tenants, and townhomes. Mr. Galloway contends that these uses are allowed under PTD, but the current Stockbridge Unified Development Code (UDC) requires that properties which are located within the PMU (Parkway Mixed-Use) Overlay District be approved for a Special Use Permit to allow for a gas station and convenience store. INTRODUCTION (Slide #2) A. Applicant’s Requested Form of Relief. Attorney Galloway’s requested form of relief in his appeal application is as follows: Reissuance of the Zoning Verification Letter that confirms the zoning on the Subject Property is PTD pursuant to the Development Agreement for Pine Grove Community, LLC, entered December 21, 2021, amended January 9, 2002. B. Applicant’s Justification for the Appeal. Mr. Galloway contends that the subject property is zoned as PTD (Planned Town Development), rather than PUD, on the basis of the approval of Rezoning Ordinance #01-105, which rezoned the property from RA (Residential-Agricultural) to PTD (Planned Town Development) on November 19, 2001 as part of a larger tract for the Pine Grove Community containing 149.47 149.47 acres. He also believes that the associated Development Agreement for Pine Grove, which was authorized by the adoption of Resolution #01-17 on the same date, still governs the subject property. The Development Agreement, which was adopted on December 21, 2001 and was amended on January 9, 2022, allowed for the adoption and development of a Master Plan to include commercial and residential development. INTRODUCTION (Slide #3) Mr. Galloway stated that the subject property is located within an area of the Master Plan that was designated for commercial development, and that the applicant now wishes to build such commercial development. He further cited, below, Section 13 of the Development Agreement to justify its continued applicability, to the subject property; and stated that Section 8.36.050(2) of the PTD Ordinance allows gas stations as a permitted use; and stated that the layout of the buildings on the proposed site plan complies with what is shown on the Master Plan within the Development Agreement. All development regulations, guidelines, standards, rules, and conditions of the City of Stockbridge and Henry County in effect as of the date of this Agreement and the regulations, guidelines, standards, rules, and conditions of this Agreement shall control over any future changes in the City of Stockbridge and Henry County regulations, guidelines, standards, rules, and conditions. DESCRIPTION OF THE SUBJECT PROPERTY Location--Two parcels at the southwest corner of East Atlanta Road and Stagecoach Road, owned by Samir Patel: ~ Parcel #047-01016001 to the east contains 2.64+/- acres. ~ Parcel #028-02021005 to the west contains 10.88 +/- acres. Recombination of Parcels—Approved by the Planning Commission on February 27, 2020, but still shown as two parcels since a copy of a recorded plat has not been received by Staff, and Tax Assessors’ records have not been updated. Base Zoning--The current Zoning Map shows both parcels as being zoned as PUD. The table within Section 2.4.13(B) of the UDC lists the types of permitted retail and business uses in the PUD district as being any use that is permitted in the OI, C-1, and C-2 districts. Overlay District—The parcels also lie within the PMU (Parkway Mixed-Use) Overlay District, where Section 2.5.2(C)(1)(a) identifies gas stations as being “select uses”, and Section 3.2.14 states that gas stations are a “special use” within the C-2 zoning district, although they are a permitted use in the C-3 zoning district. Future Land Use Designation--Low-Density Residential, which does not allow commercial uses. AERIAL PHOTO FOR PARCEL #047-01016001 Contains 2.64 +/- Acres AERIAL PHOTO FOR PARCEL #028-02021005 Contains 10.88 +/- Acres EXCERPT FROM THE CURRENT ZONING MAP EXCERPT FROM THE CURRENT OVERLAY DISTRICT MAP EXCERPT FROM THE CURRENT FUTURE LAND USE MAP Light Orange—Low-Density Residential Medium Orange-Medium-Density Residential HISTORY OF THE PROPERTY (Slide #1) A. Events in 2000 and 2001. On August 21, 2000, the subject property was annexed into the Stockbridge City Limits from unincorporated Henry County as part of a larger 149-47+/- tract of land via Ordinance #200-00, and it was assigned the zoning district of RA (Residential-Agricultural) via Rezoning Ordinance #00-82. One year later, on November 19, 2001, the property was rezoned via Rezoning Case #RZ-01-26 and Ordinance #01-105 from RA to PTD (Planned Town Development), with the requirement that a development agreement be prepared. Resolution #01-17 on the same date authorized the approval of an associated Development Agreement for the Pine Grove Community, which included a Master Development Plan. The agreement was made between the City of Stockbridge, property owners Edward H. Whiddon and Carole M. Whiddon, and the developer, China States Construction and Engineering Corporation, along with various other property owners. HISTORY OF THE PROPERTY (Slide #2) The Development Agreement specified various terms and conditions for the development of the property for a single-family residential component, a townhome component, and a commercial / retail component. Page 4 stated that the “validity and enforceability of this Agreement is conditional upon the City rezoning the Property to the zoning classification as follows: . . . [the] property . . . shall be rezoned from the R-A zoning classification to the PT (Planned Town Development zoning classification.” Further, Page 13 of the Development Agreement stated that the “rules, regulations and conditions of the Zoning Ordinance of the city shall apply to the acres of the Property designated commercial or retail within the Planned Town Development Classification.” Thus, it is important to note that the Development Agreement was prepared on the basis of the property being zoned as PTD, not PUD. Further, the existing two parcels comprising the subject property, in their current configurations, did not exist at the time of the rezoning of the parent property to PTD and the preparation of the Pine Gate Development Agreement. That means that the parcels were later subdivided from the parent property; thus, the PTD zoning, as well as the Pine Gate Development Agreement, no longer apply to the subject property. HISTORY OF THE PROPERTY (Slide #3) B. Events in 2019. On April 11, 2019, a Development Agreement for the Pine View Subdivision was approved by the Stockbridge City Council after the Pine View Subdivision had been “substantially developed” as a subdivided tract from the original Pine Grove Community. The agreement was made between the City and Drapac Group 32, LLC. It stated that Pine View was previously governed by the Development Agreement for Pine Grove under a Master Development Plan, but that “subsequent events” caused the Master Development Plan to be divided into “three separate” projects—Pine Grove, Pine View, and a Commercial Tract (including the subject property). With the adoption of the new Development Agreement for Pine View, Pine View was “released” from the control of the Pine Grove Development Agreement. However, the Pine Grove Development Agreement would remain “in full force and effect” for both the Pine Grove Community and the Commercial Tract, including the subject property. However, as was stated above, since the subject property was rezoned in 2022 from PTD to PUD, and since the two parcels in their current configurations were subdivided from the original Pine Gate tract, the terms of the Pine View Development also no longer apply to the subject property. HISTORY OF THE PROPERTY (Slide #4) C. Events in 2020. On February 27, 2020, the Stockbridge Planning Commission approved the recombination of two parcels of land into one parcel for the owner of the subject property, Samir Patel. This included Parcel #047-01016001 with 2.64 +/acres in Land Lot 100 of District 12 (located at the southwest corner of East Atlanta Road and Stagecoach Road) and Parcel #028-0202005 with 10.88 +/- acres in Land Lot 101 of District 12 (located at the southeast corner of Stagecoach Road and Woodall Road). The Planning & Zoning Division, however, has not received a copy of a recorded plat, and the Henry County Tax Assessors’ records still show the property as being two parcels rather than one. HISTORY OF THE PROPERTY (Slide #5) D. Events in 2021. Samir Patel had filed two applications to be heard by the Stockbridge Planning Commission on December 21, 2022. These included Comprehensive Plan Amendment Case #CP-2021-02 and Rezoning Case #RZ-202102. The applicant was represented by Sibley-Miller Surveying, the Agent. The purpose of CP-2021-02 was to change the subject property’s future land use designation from Low-Density Residential to Low-Density Vertical Mixed-Use, and the purpose of RZ-2021-02 was to allow the rezoning of the property from PTD to MUND (Mixed-Use Neighborhood Development) to allow for the development of a gas station, several commercial buildings, and a townhome community. However, the applicant withdrew both applications prior to the meeting, and the cases have not been revived since then. E. Events in 2022. On March 14, 2022, the Stockbridge City Council adopted a new Zoning Map and a new Overlay Districts Map, which included new zoning districts. The map adoptions coincided with the adoption of an updated Unified Development Code (UDC). One of the new zoning districts was the PUD (Planned Unit Development), which replaced the former PTD, MUND, and TND districts. This caused the zoning of the subject property to change from PUD to PTD. HISTORY OF THE PROPERTY (Slide #6) F. Events in 2023. A pre-meeting was held in the Levi Conference Room of City Hall on December 4, 2023. Attending the meeting were the applicant, his attorney, the City Manager, and members of the Planning & Zoning Staff. G. Events in 2025. On June 18, 2025, the applicant submitted into SAGES (Case #SPEC-2025.06.0822) an application for a Special Use Permit for the purpose of requesting to build a gas station on the subject property. A survey and site plan were submitted, along with a Letter of Intent. H. Events in 2026. On March 27, 2026, the applicant applied for a Zoning Verification Letter (ZVL), and the ZVL was completed by the Planning & Zoning Staff on the same day. Then on April 20, 2026, the applicant filed an appeal. The appeal case, #AP2026-01, is scheduled to be heard by the City Council on May 11, 2026. PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT (Slide #1) As part of the applicant’s Special Use Permit application, the applicant submitted a site plan that was prepared by Sibley-Miller Surveying & Planning, Inc. as Project #B202085, which was dated 8/28/2024 with the title, “Master Development Plan: Samir Patel; 13.524 Platted Acres.” It showed a proposed mixed-use development that would include a gas station, a retail building, a commercial building, and 35 townhomes within seven (7) buildings at the rear. A gas station and convenience store would be located in the center building, and there would be six (6) business spaces altogether. The convenience store would have approximately 5,000 square feet. Although the proposed site plan encompasses both of the applicant’s parcels, the applicant has submitted a survey of only the smaller parcel adjacent to East Atlanta Road (where the gas station and commercial uses would be built), and the application is only for the smaller parcel. However, the applicant must either build the gas station and commercial uses separately from the townhomes on the small parcel only, or the applicant must have a recombination plat recorded so that the two parcels can be combined to form one parcel and the proposed site plan for both the commercial and residential uses may be used for both parcels. PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT (Slide #2) The applicant makes the statements below in his Letter of Intent, which signifies his acknowledgement that the property is zoned as PUD, and that a Special Use Permit (formerly known as a Conditional Use Permit) would be required to build a gas station on the property. However, the applicant also stated his belief that his proposed retail and commercial uses, as well as the townhomes, are allowed by right under the existing PUD zoning, and that only the proposed gas station requires a special use permit (f.k.a. conditional use permit). “The Owner / Applicant seeks rezoning from PUD to C-2/Conditional zoning . . . “ “Both tracts are currently zoned PUD. The Owner / Applicant presented a development plan for both tracts under PUD zoning.” “Because the development will include a gas station, conditional use approval is required under either PUD or C-2.” APPLICANT’S PROPOSED SITE PLAN (Encompasses Both Parcels) THE P.U.D. DISTRICT (Slide #1) The City’s current PUD (Planned Unit Development) District was born on March 14, 2022 when the City adopted its new Unified Development Code (UDC), along with its new Zoning Map and Overlay District Map (which also merged other zoning districts), per Ordinance #OR22-497. At that time, changes were made to some of the existing zoning districts and new ones were added. Section 2.3 provides the following explanation: During the preparation of this new unified development code, some zoning districts were retained, some districts were converted to new districts or combined with other districts, some districts were eliminated, and new districts were added. THE P.U.D. DISTRICT (Slide #2) Section 2.3(B) of the UDC provides the “City of Stockbridge Zoning District Conversion Chart”, which lists the previous zoning districts and the new zoning districts. A portion of the Chart is reproduced below. It shows that the PTD district, along with the MUND and TND districts, were merged to form the new PUD district. Thus, the PTD district no longer exists within the City of Stockbridge. City of Stockbridge Zoning District Conversion Chart _________________________________________________________________________ Previous Zoning District Designation Zoning District Designation Under This Unified Development Code ________________________________________________________________________ Three Mixed-Use Districts: New Mixed-Use District: PTD, Planned Town Development District MUND, Mixed-Use Neighborhood Dev. District PUD, Planned Unit Development TND, Traditional Neighborhood Development ________________________________________________________________________ THE P.U.D. DISTRICT (Slide #3) Section 2.4.14 of the UDC lists numerous requirements for PUD zoning. Among them are the following: 1. Area. The minimum area that is required for a PUD District shall be three (3) contiguous acres of land. 2. Uses. Each PUD final development plan must include at least two (2) different uses and / or two (2) types of varied housing options. (in addition, the table within Section 2.4.13(B) lists the types of permitted retail and business uses as being any use that is permitted in the OI, C-1, and C-2 districts. F. PUD Master Development Plan Approval Request. A master development plan which incorporates the comments and modifications made by the community development department in its review of the preliminary concept plan shall be submitted with the application for rezoning. COUNCIL ACTIONS ON OTHER PROPERTIES HAVING DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENTS (Slide #1) In recent years, the Stockbridge City Council has been consistent in its treatment of properties that were subject to development agreements. For Zoning Modifications—Enforced or modified the development agreement terms: 1. ZM-2020-01 for Parcel #013-01019000 on Walt Stephens Road at Speer Road—Enforced the terms of a 1996 development agreement for Brentwood Subdivision, where Pulte Group proposed to build a mixed residential development on 155.2 acres in MFR. 2. ZM-2022-01 for Parcel #S07-01006005 on Brush Creek Court, Original—Modified the terms of the 2001 development agreement for Brush Creek Commons to allow Pivotol Enterprises to build a townhome development on 15.895 +/- acres in the MFR district. 3. ZM-2024-01 for Parcel #S07-01006005 on Brush Creek Court, Phase 1—Further modified the terms of the 2001 development agreement to allow Pivotol Enterprises to build Phase 1 of Brush Creek Commons. COUNCIL ACTIONS ON OTHER PROPERTIES HAVING DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENTS (Slide #2) For Rezonings—Gave a fresh start, free from the development agreement terms: 1. RZ-2019-04 & RZ-2020-01 for Parcel #032-01026000 by TPA Residential on Hudson Bridge Drive—The terms of a Walmart Development Agreement and Master Plan for this parcel, which was annexed into the City of Stockbridge in 2002, were determined to be not applicable in rezoning this parcel, containing 20.367+/- acres, from C-2 to MUND to allow for a development with townhomes and commercial uses. The applicant withdrew its RZ-2019-04 application and returned to file RZ-2020-01 for a purely townhome development, but that application was denied by City Council. 2. RZ-2022-08 for Parcel #032-01026000 on Hudson Bridge Drive—The same action was taken for Carter Acquisitions, LLC, who sought to rezone the property from C-2 to MUND to build an apartment community on 20.367 +/- acres. COUNCIL ACTIONS ON OTHER PROPERTIES HAVING DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENTS (Slide #3) For Rezonings—Gave a fresh start, free from the development agreement terms. 3. RZ-2024-01 for Parcel #032-01026000 on Hudson Bridge Drive—The same action was taken to allow Lennar Georgia, LLC to rezone the property from C-2 to MFR to build a townhome community on 20.367 +/- acres. 4. RZ-2023-05 for Three Parcels on Davidson Parkway at Walter Way. The terms of a 2003 Development Agreement with DRA Development for Northbridge Crossing were determined to be not applicable upon the rezoning of this property from C-3 to PUD to allow the applicant, D. R. Horton, Inc., to build a mixed-use development, Branford Crossing, on 78.864+/- acres. CONCLUSIONS (Slide #1) Based on the foregoing information, the following conclusions are drawn for Appeal Case #AP-2026-01: 1. The subject property still consists of two parcels, even though the Planning Commission approved their recombination into one parcel. That is because the applicant apparently has not had the recombination plat recorded so that the Tax Assessors’ Office can update its property tax records. Yet, the applicant proposes building his proposed development over both parcels to include both the commercial and residential uses. His Special Use Permit application must, therefore, include a site plan for both parcels, even though the gas station would only be built on the smaller parcel. CONCLUSIONS (Slide #2) 2. The property’s future land use designation of Low-Density Residential does not allow commercial uses; thus, a Comprehensive Plan amendment would be needed. 3. The enforcement of the Development Agreement for the Pine Grove Community, as including the subject property (which was part of the commercial component), as well as the Development Agreement for the subsequent Pine View Subdivision, were based on the property being zoned as PTD, not PUD; thus, both Development Agreements no longer apply to the subject property. 4. The existing two parcels comprising the subject property, in their current configureations, did not exist at the time of the rezoning of the parent property to PTD and the preparation of the Pine Gate Development Agreement. That means that the parcels were later subdivided from the parent property. Thus, the PTD zoning and the Pine Gate Development Agreement no longer apply to the subject property. CONCLUSIONS (Slide #3) 5. Although the Development Agreement for the Pine View Subdivision, which was prepared after most of the Pine View Subdivision had been developed, stated that its terms are still in force for the remainder of the original Pine Grove property (including the subject property, representing the “Commercial Tract”), that was based on the property being remained zoned as PTD. 6. When the new Zoning Map and Overlay Map were adopted by City Council on March 14, 2022 via Ordinance #OR22-497, it included the new PUD zoning district, which replaced the former PTD zoning district (as well as the former MUND and TND zoning districts). Therefore, the PTD zoning district no longer exists. Further, the new Zoning Map showed the subject property as now being zoned as PUD. CONCLUSIONS (Slide #4) 7. The City Council has consistently enforced the terms of development agreements for properties whose applicants sought zoning modifications rather than rezonings for their properties, whereas the City Council has determined that development agreements for properties whose applicants sought to rezone their properties were no longer applicable. 8. In the applicant’s Special Use Permit Application, he acknowledges that the property is zoned as PUD. STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS (Slide #1) In view of the conclusions above, the Staff makes the following recommendations for Appeal Case #AP-2026-01: 1. DENIAL of the applicant’s appeal via AP-2026-01. 2. Confirmation of the accuracy of the Zoning Verification Letter that was prepared for the subject property on March 27 2026, which states that the subject property is zoned as PUD. 3. Confirmation that the Development Agreement for the Pine Grove Community, the Development Agreement for the Pine View Subdivision, and the PTD Ordinance all no longer apply to the subject property. STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS (Slide #2) 4. Confirmation that the applicant must take the following actions in developing the subject property if the proposed development project is to include a gas station, other commercial uses, and residential uses all within a combined site plan encompassing both parcels: a. Have a recombination plat recorded to enable the property to become one parcel. b. Apply for a Special Use Permit for the proposed gas station. c. Apply for a Comprehensive Plan amendment to assign a new future land use designation to the property to allow for both commercial and residential uses at the appropriate density. J a yd en L . W i l l i a ms MAYOR L a Kei s h a G a n Di s t r i c t 1 A n twa n C l o u d Di s t r i c t 2 Kyl e D. B er r y, S r. City of Stockbridge Planning & Zoning Division Of Community Development 4640 North Henry Boulevard Stockbridge, GA 30281 Di s t r i c t 3 Yolanda B arber Ryan Anderson DIRECTOR D i s tri ct 4 E lton A lexander Shawn Edmondson Ma yo r P r o Te m /D i s tri ct 5 CITY MANAGER 3/27/2026 RE: ZONING VERIFICATION LETTER FOR PARCELS #047-01016001, 028-02021005 Dear Mr. Patel, This letter is in response to your request for verification of zoning for the properties identified by Parcel IDs #047-01016001 and 02802021005. Based on the City of Stockbridge’s official zoning map, the subject properties are zoned as PUD (Planned Unit Development) and falls within the PMU (Parkway Mixed Use) Overlay District, which supersedes the PUD designation in the event of any conflict. Further information about the PUD and PMU districts, including a list of all permitted and special uses, can be found on Pages 50 and 59, respectively, of the Stockbridge Unified Development Code (UDC), or at the link above. Under current zoning regulations, two of the three proposed uses, i.e., convenience stores and gasoline service centers, are allowable on the properties of interest, provided that the applicant receives a special use permit for each proposed use pursuant to Section 3.2.14. of the Stockbridge UDC. Furthermore, the proposed use of a shopping center development allows any retail or commercial use permitted in either the C1 (Neighborhood Commercial), C2 (General Commercial), or OI (Office Institutional) Districts, subject the conditions listed under the PMU Overlay District. For a succinct summary of generally allowable uses for each zoning district, please see Section 3.1. of the Stockbridge UDC. Please note that this letter serves only as a verification of compatible zoning, and it is possible your use may require meeting additional State and local regulations before obtaining a business license. Further requirements may be needed to approve the use at this location, such as permits from agencies, including, but not limited to, the State of Georgia Department of Community Health, Fire Inspection, etc. This zoning verification excludes other information which may apply to the subject property, such as grandfathered uses without a City Council ruling; official interpretations by any entity or official other than the City Council; variances, interpretations, and conditional uses granted by any entity or official other than the City Council; special restrictions on certain uses within the general zoning ordinance; setbacks, buffers, and construction standards in the general zoning ordinance; and requirements and restrictions imposed in the general zoning ordinance by any overlay district. Please note that zoning codes and regulations are subject to change. If you have any questions concerning this matter or if I can be of any further assistance, please contact me at 678-833-3332 or via email at breilly@stockbridgega.org. Respectfully, Brennen Reilly, GIS Analyst/Planner II https://stockbridgega.org/departments/community-development