2017-02-28 · City Council · Minutes · February 28, 2017 Work Session Meeting · Minutes

P age |1 Stockbridge 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. ACTION MINUTES WORK SESSION COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2017 6:00 p.m. Mayor & City Council Mayor Judy Neal Mayor Pro Tem Anthony S. Ford Councilman Elton Alexander Councilman John Blount Councilwoman LaKeisha Gantt Councilwoman Neat Robinson Administration Michael Harris, City Manager Vanessa Holiday, City Clerk Randi Rainey, Deputy City Clerk Michael Williams, City Attorney I. Call to Order - Mayor Neal 6:00 pm II. Invocation – Red Oak United Methodist Church – Michael Brock III. Pledge of Allegiance IV. Roll Call Present Absent Councilman Alexander ___X___ _______ Councilman Blount ___X___ _______ Mayor Neal ___X___ _______ Mayor Pro Tem Ford ___X___ _______ Councilwoman Gantt ___X___ _______ Councilwoman Robinson ___X___ _______ V. Adoption of the Agenda – Motion to amend the Agenda to add first item of business – Resolution stating City’s Position opposing city of Eagle’s Landing: Alexander/Blount – Passed 5-0. February 28, 2017 6:00pm 4640 N. Henry Blvd. Stockbridge, GA 30281 Phone: (770) 389-7900 P age |2 VI. Review of Minutes for 1/9/2017 and 1/31/2017 for approval on 3/13/2017. No Action Mayor Neal read Resolution No. 17-800 in opposition of the proposed city of Eagle’s Landing into the record. Motion to approve: Ford/Alexander – Passed 5-0. SPECIAL PUBLIC COMMENTS RE: CITY OF EAGLE’S LANDING           Pastor Cecilia Green – Spoke in opposition. Cynthia Johnson – Spoke in opposition. Mildred Reed – Spoke in opposition. Dr. Marilyn Flynn – Spoke in opposition. Roxie G. Harris – Spoke in opposition. Brett Newsome – Spoke in opposition. Leonard N. Reynolds – Spoke in opposition. Jacquelyn Carrier – Spoke in opposition. Sabrina Jones – opposed. Rusenar Anderson – opposed. 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.  Mildred Reed – Requested city support of Council on Aging Meals for Miles campaign.  Rusenar Anderson – Applauded the city’s parking on the street enforcement. OLD BUSINESS 1. Council Consideration to approve the Social Media Policy. Presented by: Michael Harris, City Manager No Action. NEW BUSINESS 2. 2017 Paint Henry Blue – Raising Awareness for the Prevention of Child Abuse Kick-Off Month in Stockbridge Thursday, March 30, 2017. Request Use of Merle Manders Conference Center 111 Davis Road 5pm -9pm Presented by: Susan Crutchfield Motion to approve w/budget not to exceed $1,000: Robinson/Gantt - Passed 5-0. 3. 2017 Taste of Henry Promotional Partnership Presented by: Nan Jenkins, Director of A Friend’s House Motion to approve promotional partnership: Gantt/Robinson - Passed 5-0. 4. Council Consideration to approve Employee Manual update. Presented by: Renee Wheeler, Human Resources Manager Item to be placed on the March 13th Agenda w/corrections. February 28, 2017 6:00pm 4640 N. Henry Blvd. Stockbridge, GA 30281 Phone: (770) 389-7900 P age |3 5. Council Consideration to approve Statewide Contract for Public Works/Sewer Department #SWC-99999-SPD-000039, in the amount of $84,548.00 with Wade Ford (Marietta, GA) for the purchase of one (1) Ford F-550 Truck with a nine (9’) foot crane attached with a service body. This is a one-time purchase. Presented by: Decius Aaron, Public Works Director Motion to approve: Gantt/Ford - Passed 5-0. 6. Council Consideration to approve Statewide Contract for Public Works/Sewer Department #SWC-99999-SPD-ES40199373-002 in the amount of $75,993.00 with Alan Vigil (Morrow, GA) for the purchase of three (3) Ford F-150 Pick Up Trucks with super cabs. This is a one-time purchase. Presented by: Decius Aaron, Public Works Director Motion to approve: Gantt/Ford - Passed 5-0. 7. Council Consideration to approve the recommendation of Diversified Environmental Management, Inc. for demolition and site clearing services of 146 Burke Street, Stockbridge, GA in Presented by: Donald R. Riley, Procurement Specialist Motion to approve: Blount/Gantt - Passed 5-0. 8. Council Consideration to approve use of the City’s Community Center for Senior Citizens Fun Night to be held on March 23, 2017. Presented by: Councilwoman LaKeisha Gantt Motion to approve: Gantt/Ford - Passed 5-0. DISCUSSION 9. Fiber Optic Connection Presented by: Steven Lease & Ben Johnson of Liberty Technology No Action 10. Request for Amendment of the City’s Zoning Code In regards to brick facade requirement to be applied throughout the City. Presented by: Michael Williams, City Attorney & Bill Johnson (Code Consultant) Public Hearing item to be placed on the March 13, 2017 Agenda. COMMENTS FROM THE CITY MANAGER Mr. Harris noted the LMIG projects began today and the Mays Rd. Culvert will be mobilizing next week; Vision/Mission/Values will be memorialized for viewing; Main Street Program RSVP Grant application (6-9 month process) cost $45,000 $65,000 and proposes the use of funds from sale of property with Council approval; congratulated Mike Ireland of the Henry County Police Dept. North Precinct who was recently promoted to Captain. February 28, 2017 6:00pm 4640 N. Henry Blvd. Stockbridge, GA 30281 Phone: (770) 389-7900 P age |4 COMMENTS FROM THE CITY COUNCIL  Councilman Alexander thanked everyone for coming out; thanked everyone for their support to oppose the proposed city of Eagle’s Landing and noted that he along with his neighbors are included in the proposed city and were not asked.  Councilman Blount echoed the previous comments noting his neighborhood was also included in the proposed city of Eagle’s Landing and likewise was not asked; thanked colleagues and the Mayor for the support to oppose to proposed city.  Mayor Pro Tem Ford asked everyone to keep the faith as they try to move the city forward; noted he was glad to see the Mayor and Council united and moving the City forward.  Councilwoman Gantt thanked everyone for coming out and looks forward to a great 2017.  Councilwoman Robinson thanked staff and the presenters; congratulated Captain Ireland; and wanted citizens to know they are all fighting for Stockbridge. COMMENTS FROM THE MAYOR  Mayor Neal thanked everyone for coming out and referenced the Agenda copies in the lobby with the upcoming meetings and events; and referenced the Paint Henry Blue campaign that will kick off in Stockbridge on Thursday, March 30, 2017. All meetings will be held at City Hall unless otherwise noted. Meeting dates and times are subject to change. Please visit the city’s website www.cityofstockbridge.com, Facebook page or contact City Hall offices at 770.389-7900 for updates and detailed information. OFFICIAL CITY MEETINGS  Main Street Advisory Board Meeting scheduled for Friday, March 10, 2017 has been canceled.  Council Meeting – Monday, March 13, 2017 - 6:00 p.m.- City Hall Chamber  Stockbridge Zoning Advisory Board Meeting – Thursday, March 23, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall in the Levi Meeting Room.  Downtown Development Authority Board Meeting – Monday, March 27, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall in the Levi Meeting Room  Council Work Session – Tuesday, March 28, 2017 - 6:00 p.m. - City Hall Chamber. February 28, 2017 6:00pm 4640 N. Henry Blvd. Stockbridge, GA 30281 Phone: (770) 389-7900 P age |5 COUNCIL MEMBER COMMUNITY MEETINGS AND/OR INITIATIVES  Coffee w/a Cop – Hosted by Mayor Pro Tem Ford- Date and Location to be announced.  Senior Fun Night – Hosted by Councilwoman Gantt – March 23, 2017. Details to follow. CIVIC EVENTS  Paint Henry Blue, Kick-Off Campaign in Stockbridge, Thursday, March 30, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. EXECUTIVE SESSION (If necessary) Motion to convene Executive Session for Real Estate, Litigation and Personnel: Gantt/Ford – Passed 5-0. 8:38pm Motion to adjourn Executive Session: Ford/Gantt – Passed 5-0. Motion to reconvene: Gantt/Ford – Passed 5-0. Motion to adjourn: Gantt/Ford – Passed 5-0. 9:53pm February 28, 2017 6:00pm 4640 N. Henry Blvd. Stockbridge, GA 30281 Phone: (770) 389-7900