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date: 2012-02-07
title: February 7, 2012 Minutes
source: 2012-02/2012-02-07_February 7, 2012_Minutes.pdf
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February 7, 2012

SUMMARY WORK SESSION MINUTES
CITY OF STOCKBRIDGE
February 7th, 2012

The Work Session Meeting of the Stockbridge City Council was held on February 7th,
2012 at 7:00 P.M. Mayor Lee Stuart presided and members present were Mark Alarcon,
Harold Cochran, Robin Buschman, Alphonso Thomas, and Richard Steinberg.

Motion to Convene made by Harold Cochran, seconded by Richard Steinberg. Passed
Unanimously.

Invocation by a Mr. Tyler (member of the audience)

Pledge of Allegiance

Mayor Stuart welcomed all guests.

No Old Business

No New Business

No Henry County Planning & Zoning

No Business License Request

Resolution presented by Falcon Design and Consultants authorizing the City to approve
the installation of traffic control devices and signage in two locations along Avian Forest
Drive and Harvick Circle in Parkland Estates. Adam Price with Falcon Design stated
there had been some complaints about speeding and wanted to recommend the
placement of speed humps. There will be a quarter mile apart each. Ray informed the
council that he will work with Jack Hancock, City Attorney, to put an Ordinance in place.

Resolution- Authorizing the City to approve the agreement for purchase of
Polyaluminum Chloride (PAC) for use at the City’s water reclamation facility. Brad
Holtisnger, Water Reclamation Facility Supervisor, requested for a blanket PO for the
year to purchase chemicals. He informed the council that the chemicals come in truck
loads, roughly 4, 000 gallons at a time. He is not able to order this item until the
chemical gets to a certain level; he has never run out but has come close. If he does run
out it may be a violation of permit, which means a fine and does not feel it’s worth the
risk. He states he may need to purchase two loads per year, could purchase more not
to exceed $42,000. Council made a consensus to place item on Consent Agenda

Resolution- Authorizing the City of Stockbridge to enter into an agreement with Tyler
Technologies, Inc. to purchase financial software; Item was postponed.

Resolution- Approving the proposed Watershed Protection Plan for the Environmental
Protection Division. Adam Price began by giving an update to the council that he wrote
the City Administrator a letter in regards to the status of the Watershed Protection Plan.
The attachments given to the council show documentation between the City and EPD
on the formally approved assessment. The assessment was submitted last February to
EPD. The Last part of the process is a Watershed Protection plan, so getting a letter
from the City stating that we, the City, accept this and will begin to do biological and
chemical monitoring. Council made a consensus to place item on Consent Agenda

Resolution presented by Ray Gibson of the appointing of three new members to the
ethics committee board. He added that the Mayor is to appoint a chairman, citizen
member and council, in addition, is to appoint a citizen member. The chairman position
will be for a one year term due to Lakeisha Gantt completing a one (1) year term leaving
one (1) year to be completed. Ray wanted to make the council aware of this. Mayor
Stuart nominated for Yvonne Beazer to replace Alphonso Thomas to take the two year
term. Ray noted that Jack, the attorney, should review the ordinance that states one (1)
year term. Mayor Stuart continued his nomination for the chairman position and noted
that the position is to be a lawyer of the city and nominates Ebony Roberts for a one (1)
year term. Robin Bushman wanted to present her nomination, Linda Gladd a citizen of
Stockbridge for over 5 years and a Senior Customer Relations Specialist. Richard
Steinberg also wanted to present his nomination, Peggy Malcolm who has experience
with working for the municipal judge and have worked with Henry County.

Resolution- Authorizing the City to approve the agreement for purchase of daily
janitorial services; Item was postponed

Resolution presented by Ray Gibson Authorizing the City to approve an agreement with
Smith Welch Webb and White, LLC for legal representation in connection with LOST
negotiations with Henry County, and authorizing an agreement with Brown Pelican
Consulting, LLC for consulting services in connection with the same. An hourly rate for
these services will be provided at the next meeting.

Agenda Requests

Faith of the Nations Christian Center made the request for temporary use permit for a
worship place at 1951 highway 42 north. Ray Gibson informed the council that Ms. Carl
Stephens has worked diligently with the City to keep her six (6) months up to date and
asked for this Item to be placed on the Consent Agenda. Council made a consensus
to place item on Consent Agenda
Dale Sizemore presented Flips Film.

Houston Nelson, Board of Directors for Northbridge Crossing Community HOA, Inc.
requested a reimbursement for the Association for street light expenses incurred
between June 19, 2006 through August 22, 2011. Mr. Nelson would like to encourage
the council to vote in favor of an amendment to the 2012 budget. The funds reimbursed
will go to the completion of the fixing of pool and common area. Mr. Nelson wanted to
add that the Homeowners Association, if repairs are completed, would like to offer
access to the citizens of Stockbridge for $50 for the season. Mayor Stuart made the
suggestion to the council to continue research on this item. Item Postponed

Len Moore discussed the benefits of Southern Crescent Technical College Adult
Education.

Aaron Green with LBA Enterprise Incorporated presented an Inventory Company
Briefing.

Council Discussion Items:
· Monarch Village Detention Pond, Old Atlanta Road & Ryan Street Improvements
and Four Way stop sign- Food Depot.

Mayor Stuart informed the council of Miles on Meals (Council on Aging) of a request to
consider placing on the Agenda for Monday’s meeting. Mark Alarcon noted that this
is a budgeted item . Council made a consensus to place item on Consent Agenda

Mayor Stuart presented to the council Hands on Henry.

Motion to convene to Executive Session made by Harold Cochran, second by Alphonso
Thomas. Passed unanimously.

Executive Session

· A. To discuss the future acquisition of real estate; O.C.G.A. §50-14-3(4).

· B. To discuss or deliberate upon the appointment, employment, compensation
hiring, disciplinary action or dismissal, or periodic evaluation or rating of a public
office or employee; O.C.G.A. §50-14-3 (6).

· C. To consult or meet with legal counsel pertaining to pending or potential
litigation, settlement, claims, administrative proceedings, or other judicial actions
brought or to be brought by or against employee may be directly involved;
O.C.G.A. §50-14-1 and O.C.G.A §50-18-72 (E).
Motion to reconvene to Work Session made by Harold Cochran, Second by Robin
Bushman. Passed Unanimously

Mark Alarcon made a motion to authorize the Mayor to sign the Executive Session
Affidavit stating that only A & B were discussed in his presence, second by Richard
Steinberg. Passed Unanimously

Richard Steinberg made a motion that the Mayor Pro Tem signs the Executive Session
Affidavit for C, second by Robin Buschman. Passed Unanimously

No Committee Meeting Updates.

Announcement of Upcoming Meeting s& Events read by Mayor Stuart

1. Urban Redevelopment Agency- Thursday, February 9, 2012 at 5:00pm
2. Council Meeting- Monday, February 13, 2012 at 7:00pm
3. Upcoming Work Session- Tuesday, March 6, 2012 at 7:00pm
4. Upcoming Regular Council Meeting- Monday, March 12, 2012 at 7:00pm

Richard Steinberg announced that the City of Stockbridge is sponsoring a Black History
Month Program on Friday, March 16th from 7-9pm at Merle Manders and would like to
invite all citizens.

Motion to adjourn made by Harold Cochran, second by Richard Steinberg. Passed
Unanimously.

Meeting Adjourn at 10:50pm.

Respectfully submitted by:

Nicol Vasquez, City Clerk Lee Stuart, Mayor
