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Stgckbridge
Where Community Connects

SU M M ARY M INUTES
COUNCIL M EET l NG

MONDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2019 6:00 PM.
Mayor & Cig Council Administration
M a y0i; Ant any 5. For Rani! City Mana er
Counc i| man Elton Alexa nder Cami Moqre, Community ev Dir

Mayor Pro Tem .lohn, Bl ount Holida City C|_erk

Councilwoman LaKei sha. Gantt Randi Rain_ey, epujy City Clerk
Councilwoman Neat Robinson Michael Williams, City Attorney
CounCIlman Alp honso Thomas

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.

The meeting was called to order by Mayor Ford

Invocation by Charles Marshall

Pledge of Allegiance was recited in unison

City Clerk, Vanessa Holiday was asked to proceed with a verbal roll call. All members
were present.

Councilman Alexander motioned to amend the Agenda to add ltem#1? Main Street use
of the TSCC 11/1/2019 for Shop Small Saturday Workshop; second
by Councilwoman
Robinson. The motion passed 5-0.

Councilman Alexander motioned to adopt the Minutes for the following meetings second
by Councilwoman Robinson. The motion passed
1. 6/27/2019 2. 9/9/2019

PUBLIC COM MENTS

All persons wishing to speak for public comment must
sign in with the City Clerk prior to the
beginning of the meeting. You must sign your name, address, and phone number. You will be
able to address the Mayor and Council for three (3) minutes. Speakers must
respect all members
of the elected body, officials, and staff. Defamation, unruliness and/or swearing will not be
tolerated while meetings are in session.

Mr. Coren Randazzo asked forthe replacement of Speed Bumps vs Speed
Humps along
Bryant Street; noted the amphitheater construction noise; referenced current signage in

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their neighborhood and asked the City to not re-route of traffic through the Bryant Street
subdivision; referenced a pending Open Records Request for Amphitheater information.

Mr. Robert Kolpak spoke in reference to the closing of Cochran Park and asked the
City
and residents to put pressure on District 5 Commissioner Holmes to repair the park
(estimated $598,000 price tag) and noted it to be a small amount compared to the proposed
$8 million dollar park from District 4 Commissioner Vivian Thomas; Mr. Kolpak also noted
he does not believe the report to be accurate; noted the home on Flippen Rd. owned
by
Commissioner Thomas to be in disrepair with campaign signs posted the
on property;
asked the City to move fonNard with the Force Clean Up
program; commended Councilman
Alexander on the efforts in the City; and asked that Code Enforcement be
given more bite to enforce the code.

Mr. Kenneth Willison of K-Piano noted he had presented the
program to the previous City
Manager 10 years ago and today this is a more impactful program wrapped around the

Stockbridge Youth Orchestra; noted the program would also include robotics which is
beneficial to the community; noted the program is a not for profit organization that has
donated over $100,000 to Clayton and Henry County schools; provided copies of the
program Executive Summary to be distributed to the governing body; noted he had spoken
with the Mayor & members of Council about the program and is hopeful the City can
provide
a services by means of facilities.

Mayor Ford reviewed the following ceremonial presentations made prior to the meeting
Back to School Kickoff Gold Sponsor Appreciation Award

Hispanic Heritage Month Proclamation
Retired Educators Month Proclamation
Breast Cancer Awareness Month Proclamation
Domestic Violence Awareness Month Proclamation
2019 Citizens Academy Graduates
2019 BridgeFest Sponsor Recognitions

OLD BUSINESS
PUBLIC HEARING (Continued from 9/9/2019 meeting!
3. Council Consideration to approve Rezoning Request for Case #RZ-2019-01:
Georgia Health Care Association, Inc, Applicant; and YM Hospitality Group,
Agent; requests the rezoning of their property from 0-2 (General Commercial
District) to C-3 (Heavy Commercial District) for the purpose of constructing a
hotel. Property is identified by its Parcel ID, 051-01028038, and is located
east of 160 Country Club Drive. Property consists of 1.268 acres within Land
Lot 20 of District 6 in the City of Stockbridge.
Presented by Camilla Moore Community Development Director
Ms. Moore noted the applicant is requesting rezoning from a 0-2 to a 0-3 to
allow for construction for a 77-room hotel with the primary
purpose of serve
its own needs of holding numerous educational seminars and
training
sessions for health care individuals in the adjacent medical office building.
Staff recommends approval with the following conditions the owner
agrees
to:1). To the site plan that was received by the Department of Community
Development on June 28, 2019. Said site plan is conceptual only and must
meet or exceed the requirements of the Zoning Resolution and these
conditions prior to the approval of a Land Disturbance Permit. If the

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Recommended Conditions of Zoning cause the approved site plan to be

substantially different, the applicant shall be required to complete the concept
review procedure prior to application for a Land Disturbance Permit. Unless
otherwise noted herein, compliance with all conditions shall be in place prior
to the issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy; Submittal of an
acceptable shared parking agreement that would meet the parking
requirements for the hotel; 2).The use of the subject property shall be for a
hotel use only; 3). No weekly or extended stay lodging rentals shall be
allowed 4). Vehicular parking shall be limited to passenger cars/SUVs/pickup
trucks, as well as vans and limousines which may provide transportation
services to airports; 5). Any future development of the property which differs
from the current proposal shall require the approval of the Community
Development Director; and, to comply with any Overlay District requirements
and Eagles Landing Master Plan (if any located within the Master Plan
area);
6). Restoration of concrete stairs located at the Northwest area of the site
adjacent to the sidewalk.

Public Hearing Opened: Speakers in Favor: Dist. 4 Commissioner Vivian
Thomas Speakers Opposed: None. Public Hearing Closed.

Councilwoman Robinson motioned to approve Rezoning Request for Case
#RZ-2019-01; second by Councilwoman Gantt. The motion passed

PUBLIC H EAR ING (Continued from 9/9/20 19 meeting)
4. Council Consideration to approve Rezoning Request for Case# RZ-2019-02:
Robbie Moore of Palace Hospitality, LLC, Applicant; representing George P.

Harper, lll, P.E. of Paramount Engineering, LLC; request the rezoning of
property from C-2 (General Commercial District) to C-3 (Heavy Commercial
District) for the purpose of constructing a hotel. Property is identified by its
Parcel ID, 051-01028005, and is located at 2725 Patrick Henry Parkway.

Property consists of 3.545 acres within Land Lot 19 of District 6 in the City of
Stockbridge.
Presented by Camilla Moore Community Development Director
Ms. Moore noted the applicant is requesting rezoning from a C-2 to a
C-3 to allow for construction for a Tru-Hilton hotel. Ms. Moore noted
Staff recommends approval with the following conditions the owner

agrees to:1). To the site plan that was received by the Department of
Community Development on June 28, 2019. Said site plan is
conceptual only and must meet or exceed the requirements of the
Zoning Resolution and these conditions prior to the approval of a Land
Disturbance Permit. If the Recommended Conditions of Zoning cause
the approved site plan to be substantially different, the applicant shall
be required to complete the concept review procedure prior to
application for a Land Disturbance Permit. Unless otherwise noted
herein, compliance with all conditions shall be in place prior to the
issuance of the first Certificate of Occupancy; Submittal of an
acceptable shared parking agreement that would meet the parking

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requirements for the hotel; 2).The use of the subject property shall be
for a hotel use only; 3). No weekly or extended stay lodging rentals

shall be allowed 4). Vehicular parking shall be limited to passenger
cars/SUVs/pickup trucks, as well as vans and limousines which may
provide transportation services to airports; 5). Any future development
of the property which differs from the current proposal shall require the
approval of the Community Development Director; and, to comply with
any Overlay District requirements and Eagles Landing Master Plan (if any
located within the Master Plan area.

Public Hearing Opened: Speakers in Favor: Dist. 4 Commissioner Vivian
Thomas Speakers Opposed: None. Public Hearing Closed.

Councilwoman Gantt motioned to approve Rezoning Request for Case
#2019-02; second by Mayor Pro Tem Blount. The motion passed 5-0.

NEW BUSINESS
PUBLIC HEARING
5. Council Consideration to approve Ordinance Amendment: Title 9 Licensing
and Regulation to establish interim standards pertaining to certain
businesses impacted by the current Moratorium with either numeral limitation
or distance separation.
Presented by Camilla Moore Community Development Director
Ms. Moore noted a Moratorium was put in place to not have certain
businesses over saturate the City; it would stay in place until the of
the zoning Ordinance was completed. Ms. Moore noted Chapter 9.105 deals
with the numerical limitations with certain businesses such as: Tire shops.
vapor shops, thrift stores and consignment shops and use appliance stores.
Ms. Moore stated per the Ordinance, there is a numerical limitation based on

population; the City shall not issue more than three (3) permits for each type
of business unless the population reaches 30,000 residents, at which time
one (1) additional permit may be issued for each 5,000 residents of the City
over the 30,000 initial threshold.
Ms. Moore noted the second section deals with spacing and shall apply to
the following businesses: Hair salons and Barbershops, nails salons, tire
shops, pawn, title and cash for title shops, vaper shops, thrift stores and
consignment shops, auto shops, used appliance shops and tattoo shops. Ms.
Moore noted no location for any business listed shall be established on a lot
or lots within five thousand two hundred eighty (5,280) feet or another lot or
lots containing an existing such business.

Public Hearing Opened: Speakers in Favor: Andrew Dixon Speakers
Opposed: None. Public Hearing Closed.

Councilman Alexander motioned to approve Ordinance Amendment: Title 9
Licensing and Regulation to establish interim standards pertaining to
certain businesses impacted by the current Moratorium with either numeral

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limitation or distance separation; second by Councilwoman Gantt. The
motion passed 5-0.

PUBLIC HEARING
6. Council Consideration to approve amendment of
zoning conditions of RZ-1 6-
30-8, Jodeco Crossing, zoned Planned Town Development (PTD) to
adopt
Design Standards w/Amendment
Presented by Camilla Moore Community Development Director
Ms. Moore noted the design guidelines for the Jodeco project has been
completed with only 2 areas of agreements which is the transitioning of
commercial versus residential and the width of the multi-use paths. Ms.
Moore noted the development causes for 150 acres divided
up into 7 pods.
Pod A is for single-family detached and will consist of 12.1
acres and 7% of
the site, Pod B is divided up in to 2, 81 and 82 which is
single-family
unattached and will consist of 15.7 acres and 9% of the
site, Pod C is Single-
Family detached and will consist of 32.6 acres and 20% of the site, Pod D is
Multi-family apartments which will consist 14.5 acres and 9% of the site, Pod
E will be the town center and will consist of 13.3 and 8% of the site,
acres
Pod F is strictly commercial (CZ and
C3) and will consist of 39.1 acres and
23% of the site and Pod G will be open
space. Ms. Moore noted staff and the
Planning Commission has recommended there to be a 50/50 ratio, the
applicant is recommending allowing to bring in 451 of the 660 residential units
proposed; Ms. Moore stated Pod A would have 61 homes, Pod B would
consist of condos with 90 units and Pod D would be a 300-unit
apartment.
Ms. Moore noted the Multi-Use path would
go from12ft. to 8ft. and they have
adopted Henry County's path overlay. Ms. Moore noted the
applicant agrees with everything except when commercial comes online and
the decrease in the multi-use paths.

Public Hearing Opened: Speakers in Favor: John Palmer of Falcon
Engineering & Design Consultants and Jeff Grant, Property Owner.
Speakers Opposed: None. Public Hearing Closed.

Mayor Pro Te rn Blount mo ti oned to ap prove the a men dment of zoning
conditions of Jodeco C rossin g, 20 ned Planned Town
Developme nt ( PTD) to adopt Design Standards w/Amendment; second by
Councilwoman Robinson. The motion passed
(Alexander abstained).

7. Amendment of Chapter 12.02.104, Highway
Overlay District, to amend the
boundaries to include the following: Patrick
Henry Parkway, Country Club
Drive, Flippen Road, Walt Stephens, Mt. Zion Parkway, and
Campground
Road Extension.
Presented by Camilla Moore Community Development Director
Public Hearing Opened: Speakers in Favor: None Speakers Opposed:
None. Public Hearing Closed.

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Councilman Alexander asked about charging stations and the City Attorney
noted there would need to be a separate piece of legislation and action from
the Council.

Councilman Alexander motioned to approve; second by Councilwoman
Gantt. The motion passed 5-0.

PUBLIC HEARING
8. Council Consideration to approve rezoning for case# RZ-2019-04 Rezoning -

Request by TPA Residential, requesting the rezoning of their property from
C-2 (General Commercial District) to MUND (Mixed-Use Neighborhood
Residential District) forthe purpose of constructing a mixed-use development

projects with townhomes and commercial uses. Property is identified by its
Parcel |D< 032-01026000 and is located to the rear of 1580 & 1590 Hudson

Bridge Road and to the west of 1490-1548 Hudson Bridge Road. Property
consists of 20.367 acres within Land Lot 21 of the District 6 in the City of

Stockbridge.
Presented by Camilla Moore Community Development Director
Ms. Moore referenced the Walmart property on Hudson Bridge Rd. and the
DRI required internal streets and the remaining parcel from the Master Plan
ARC document requires a minimum of 202 designated multi-family units and
the proposed plan consists of 138 single-family units. Ms. Moore noted the
Master Plan and Land Use included mixed-use units with a

density of 6 units per acre. Ms. Moore noted the property backs up to the St.
Ives, St. Margrit and Oakwood properties. Ms. Moore referenced traffic
concerns that had been pointed out by members of Council and that the
proposed development was more suitable as opposed to 1500 apartments.

The Public Hearing was opened: Speakers in Favor: Mr. John Palmer
w/Falcon Engineering & Design Consultants stated the applicant had made
a request for this item to be Tabled and was not present pending further
information from GRTA and more information on the DRI.

Speakers Opposed: Mr. Tim Callahan stated consideration has not been
included regarding certain elements relating to quality of life for the area
residents. Mr. Callahan noted the development would call for a need of 11
additional classrooms and a $3.3 million dollar investment, and trailers at
Pates Creek Elementary School to accommodate additional students. There
would also be additional cost associated with the roads and maintenance by
the QuikTrip Entrance/Exit and noted high density to be problematic.

Ms. Moore noted she had received information from
Attorney Williams
referencing the DRl and letters from the ARC that this proposed development
was not in compliance per the recommendations outlined and the City

needed to receive updated information from GRTA.

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Attorney Williams stated that while Ms. Moore indicated that she has spoken
with GRTA, the verbal conversation was not enough, and requested official
documentation.

Mayor Pro Tem Blount noted the DRI and letter from ARC were 15+ years
old and there has been ample time for staff to do their due diligence to bring
correct information to the Council for consideration and that not doing so was

unacceptable.

Councilman Thomas echoed Mayor Pro sentiments further stating
there is a problem with the process and this confusion has put the Council in
a bad position that does not look well further stating everything should have
been corrected before presenting to Council.

Councilman Alexander made a motion to Table; no second. The motion failed
for a lack of a second.

During the Public Hearing, Mr. John Palmer of Falcon Design relayed a
message to Ms. Moore that he had received a text message from the
applicant to withdraw the request.

Mayor Pro Tem Blount stated those watching the streaming service have a
sense this is not going their way, and via text message have made a request

to withdraw the request.

Councilwoman Gantt accepted the request to withdraw from Mr. Palmer on
behalf of the applicant and referenced the impact to the community and the
schools specifically.

Mr. Knighton noted if the Council denies the request, the applicant would be

required to wait one year before bringing the request back to the Council for
consideration.

Mayor Pro Tem Blount referenced the meetings that took place with staff only
to come tonight with a convoluted process.

Councilman Thomas noted the development has been in the process for a
while, and that staff is hired to do their due diligence, and in this instance,
staff has failed this Council by not coming with the proper facts and
information.

Councilman Alexander stated that by law, the development will be approved,

stating it is not the burden of the developer to plan for growth, but rather the
elected officials. Councilman Alexander encouraged citizens to attend the

Henry County School Board meetings where there is usually on two citizens
in attendance, and this entity has the largest budget, to address the issues
and concerns.

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9. CouncilConsideration to approve purchase of Fire Marshal Vehicle &
Equipment in the amount of $55,243.00 Funding Source: General Fund
Presented by Camilla Moore -

Community Development Director
Ms. Moore indicated it is a requirement by the State that the Fire
Marshall vehicle be marked with to read Fire Marshal and asked that the
Building & Permitting Budget be amended to coverthe cost of the vehicle and
equipment.

Councilman Alexander motioned to approve the purchase of the vehicle and
equipment; second by Councilwoman Gantt. The motion passed 5-0.

10.Council Consideration to approve the job description, organizational chart
and reclassification of the Utility Billing Clerk to Financial Services
Technician.
Presented by Renee Wheeler -
Human Resources Manager and
John Wiggins Treasurer

Ms. Wheeler noted the staff recommendation is to re-classify a Utility Billing
Clerk position to a Financial Services Technician position which will provide
additional duties in the Finance Department and requires reclassification.

Councilwoman Gantt motioned to approve; second by Councilwoman
Robinson. The motion passed 5-0.

11.Council Consideration to amend Chapter 2.12 Administration to formally
assign Finance powers and duties to the City Treasurer position.
Presented by Renee Wheeler Human Resources Manager

Ms. Wheeler noted the amendment includes formally assigning Finance
powers and duties to the City position.

Councilwoman Robinson motioned to approve; second by Councilwoman
Gantt. The motion passed 5-0.

12.Council Consideration to approve Minimum Development Standards for
Water, Sewer, Stormwater and Roads as prepared by City of Stockbridge
Engineers: Carter & Sloope
Presented by Decius Aaron Public Works Director
Mr. Aaron noted the Development Standards will help staff inspect and allow
extensions to stormwater and roads; the City is currently following Henry
County specifications, however there are some issues the city would like to
address differently.

Councilwoman Gantt motioned to approve; second by Mayor Pro Tem
Blount. The motion passed 5-0.

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13. Council Consideration to approve Bid Award Recommendation for Roadway

Resurfacing in the amount of $1,322,458.32 Funding Sources: DOT Grant
$291,306.61, Fund Balance $650,000.00 (previously approved) and Fund
Balance and SPLOST $381,151.71.
Presented by Decius Aaron Public Works Director
Mr. Aaron noted there was a cost estimate based on previous years noting
resurfacing prices are tied to petroleum prices which has created a shortfall
and needs to supplement it. Mr. Aaron noted the City has 85 miles of paved
roads and in the last 3 years 15 miles have been resurfaced; this would add
an additional 5 miles totaling 20 miles of resurfacing.

Councilwoman Gantt motioned to approve; second by Councilman
Alexander. The motion passed 5-0.

14. Council Consideration to approve the amendment of the City Gateway
Beautification contract with CGL Facility Management, LLC and the City,
under the State of GA Contract No. Facility
Maintenance Solutions; City of Stockbridge Procurement Contract No. 2019-
00022P, Groundskeeper/Landscaper, for the Public Works Department,
modifying the scope of services (Walt Stephens Rd, Old Atlanta Rd, Flippen
Rd, Davidson Parkway and East Atlanta Rd), and increasing the overall
estimated contract amount to $200,000.00 annually.
Funding Source: General Fund -
Presented by Decius Aaron Public Works
Director and Lindell Miller -

Purchasing Supervisor

Ms. Miller noted staff is asking to amend the contract from $68,000 to
$200,000 to include the locations referenced above.

Mr. Aaron noted the requested funds will cover expenses through
12/31/2019.

Mr. Knighton noted there would be a reduction in the Temporary Staffing line
item in the budget for FY2019 and FY2020.

Councilman Thomas noted for the record there are two county
commissioners that represent portions of the City that include streets being
added.

Councilman Alexander motioned to approve; second by Councilwoman
Gantt. The motion passed 5-0

15.Council Consideration to approve the Pond Company for Construction
Program Management of the Public Works Administration Building in the
amount of$126,250.00. Funding Source: SPLOST.
Presented by Decius Aaron Public Works Director and Lindell Miller -

Purchasing Supervisor

Mr. Aaron noted Ponds Company was approved by City to design the new
Public Works Facility and is requesting approval from the Council for Ponds

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Company to oversee the construction as the Project Manager in the amount
of $3 million dollars allocated from SPLOST.

Councilwoman Gantt motioned to approve; second made by Councilman
Thomas. The motion passed 4-0 (Alexander was not present for the vote).

16.Council Consideration to approve ranking of bidders and authorize
negotiations of construction contracts for the Amphitheater. Awarded to H. J.
Russell & Company.
Presented by Randy Knighton City Manager and Lindell Purchasing
Supervisor.
Mr. Knighton noted the amphitheater has been a part of the LCI (Livable
Center Initiative) to revitalize the downtown area for some time. Mr. Knighton
also noted Council voted to acquire 6.5 acres as part of the amphitheater
construction.

Ms. Miller noted staff is requesting approval to award the contract to H. J.
Russell and Company for construction of the amphitheater in the amount of
$14,665,368, plus construction of the internal road in the amount of
$1,172,412, for a total cost not to exceed $ 15,837,780.

Councilman Alexander motioned to approve the staff recommendation to
award the bid to construct the amphitheater to H. J. Russell and Company;
second by Councilwoman Robinson. The motion passed 5-0.

17. Council Consideration to approve the Main Street use of the TSCC

November 1, 2019 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. for the Small Business
Saturday Workshop
Presented by Kira Harris-Braggs Main Street Manager
Mrs. asked for approval to host a Small Business Saturday
networking social and Idea Smash at the Ted Strickland Community Center
Friday, November 1, 2019 from 6:00 pm- 8:00 pm.

Councilwoman Gantt motioned to approve; second by Councilman Thomas
The motion passed 5-0.

COMMENTS FROM THE CITY MANAGER

Randy Knighton noted staff will do better with presenting items to the Governing
Body; referenced the approval of the Jodeco Design Guidelines and approval of the
construction of the Amphitheater noting it took the vision and leadership of the
Mayor & Council, a lot of time and people to make this happen noting the importance
on getting it right; stated these two items are both historic and transformational and

will change the face of the City of Stockbridge for many years to come that will make

you all and the citizens of Stockbridge proud, and look fonNard to the
groundbreaking coming very soon.

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COMMENTS FROM THE OFFICE
Vanessa Holiday offered congratulations to the City of Stockbridge, and hats off to
the Council and staff for job well done; thanked the
a Office team for
participating in some teambuilding activities with a special thank you to the Human
Resources Manager for her leadership and guidance with the activities.

COMMENTS FROM THE CITY COUNCIL
Councilman Thomas stated to staff and fellow councilmates that most everyone
knows him pretty well and that he is pretty much even-keeled and when there is a
spur under his collar, he may get a little upset, and does not apologize for earlier
statements relating to a breakdown in communication and also acknowledged that
perhaps staff is not given enough credit when due, and rather highlighting the errors
noting you have to take the good with the bad; noted the City does have a great staff
and knows the City is moving in the right direction; and noted he is big on the (3)
three Policy, Procedure and Protocol;

Mayor Pro Tem Blount thanked citizens for remaining throughout the meeting and
echoed the sentiments of Councilman Thomas regarding staff noting the City has
been blessed with a staff dedicated to working extended hours; hats off to the City

Manager, Community Development Director and staff for a job well done; referenced
his appreciation for staff and they work that they do, and noted he has thanked staff
and prepared lunch to show his appreciation; and noted everyone has a heart for
the City and getting things done, and hats off to all.

Councilwoman Gantt thanked everyone for coming out and being actively involved;
noted the past (6) six years may have looked dormant from those on the outside
looking in, however, tonight showed what has been in the making for years such as
the hiring of the Economic Development Director, the Public Information Officer, and
other new positions, and not knowing what our account balances were, and now
with the City about to break ground on the Amphitheater that was talked about so
much, exciting and the entire Council is on 10, and that next year, we may be
breaking ground on a Cultural Arts Center; thanked staff for their hard work and
dedication and having to deal with councilmembers who have the pressure from the
citizens is a heavy load to carry and recognized; noted the City is moving right
along and loves the way the puzzle pieces are fitting together; extended
congratulations to the City Clerk for completion of the Certification
Program; stated staff is doing a phenomenal job; thanked Ms. Moore for bringing
Permitting and the Fire Marshal to better serve the businesses of
Stockbridge; asked citizens to keep the City in your prayers; and noted it is not an
easy job and that everything that she does is in the best interest of Stockbridge.

Councilman Alexander thanked everyone for coming out and tuning in, noting that
he was told that people may not be in attendance, however, they are tuning in and

watching the meetings; echoed the City comments that decision

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were both historical and transformational and will
go down in history for the City of
Stockbridge and stand the test of time; noted this Council started by hiring an
exceptional leader in the City Manager, and compensates staff following a salary
evaluation to compete for the top talent; noted matter what
no happens with the
upcoming election, the foundation has been set by this Council; noted the City
completed its first Comprehensive Plan independent of the County and dictates the
Path through 2038; referenced the hiring of a certified Fire Marshal,
Planning
& Zoning and Permitting to alleviate the wait time for inspections for business
licenses allowing businesses to open more timely; referenced the first international

company to call Stockbridge home, the Hegla Corporation, who has moved its
headquarters to Stockbridge; noted it has been and outstanding year for the City;
noted the focus on beautification efforts; referenced Early Voting has started
and asked everyone to vote, and no matter who
you vote for, Stockbridge is going
to be in good shape because there is a solid foundation and asked everyone to
support the community to make sure noting Stockbridge will be the shining star of
South Metro.

Councilwoman Robinson echoed colleagues and thanked staff for an
outstanding
job; noted the City has waited a long time to get here noting 2016 feels like a lifetime
ago, City made, went through a lot of ups and downs, even within our community;
thanked the citizens for being continuously engaged as this
helps them to be better
leaders; acknowledged State Senator Emanuel Jones to is present in the Chamber
tonight and was instrumental in the process; referenced the recently held a
successful Hometown Connection, hosted by the City of Stockbridge took place
where State, City, County and other officials, along with
legislators were in one room
to discuss achievements and challenges to the
delegation who were in attendance;
noted it was fitting for Senator Jones to be present
tonight for the historic
decisions and asked Senator Jones to take that information back that the
City of
Stockbridge is progressive and moving fonNard, noted this to be a great day in
Stockbridge; and asked the businesses to come and grow with us as we open for
business here in Stockbridge.

COMMENTS FROM THE MAYOR

Mayor Ford expressed his excitement about the City moving fonNard; referenced
the Design Guidelines for Jodeco project and that the citizens will be
very proud of
the development noting everyone will be able to live work and play right here in
Stockbridge, Henry County and not have to travel downtown, as it was proved
tonight, coming; and the Amphitheater will be the anchor for downtown; and
noted that as the City goes through this process, asked that
everyone in their own
time be prayerful that the Amphitheater will be completed
by August 6, 2020 as the

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City celebrates its 100-year anniversary and imagine
quite celebratory; and asked everyone to keep the fai

Mayor Ford read the following news & events

UPCOMING MEETINGS
Meeting will be held Meeting, at
Youth Council City Hall16, unless otherwise noted. M
Wednesday, October 2019 at 5:30 pm. -
Council Chamber

subject to change.Advisory
Youth Please
Council visit the
Committee Meeting, Wednesday, website
16, www.cit October 2019 at
6:30
p.m./Levi Meeting Room
page or contact City Hall offices at 770-389-7900 for upda
Downtown Development Authority Meeting, Monday, October 21, 2019 at 6:00 p.m./Levi
Meeting Room

Planning Commission Meeting, Thursday, October 24, 2019 at 6:30 p.m./Council Chamber

Work Session Meeting, Tuesday, October 29, 2019 at 6:00 pm. at City Hall in the Council
Chamber

Breast Cancer Awareness Luncheon Thursday, October 17, 2019 11:00 am. at the Merle
Manders Conference Center, Stockbridge Registration required. Please contact

Breast Cancer Love Walk Saturday, October 19, 2019 9:00 am. Clark Park, Stockbridge.
Registration required. Contact events@cityofstockbridge-ga,gov

Monthly Bingo Bash Wednesday, October 30, 2019 from 10:00 am. noon at the Ted
Strickland Community Centerspearheaded by Mayor Pro Tem Blount

EARLY VOTING BEGINS MONDAY, OCTOBER 14 THROUGH FRIDAY NOVEMBER
1, 2019 AT THE
STOCKBRIDGE MUNICIPAL COURT 4602 NORTH HENRY BLVD. STOCKBRIDGE AND HENRY
COUNTY ELECTIONS OFFICE 40 ATLANTA ST. MCDONOUGH, GA WHERE VOTERS WILL HAVE THE
OPPORTUNITY TO VOTE FOR CANDIDATES FOR CITY COUNCIL, THE CITY OF STOCKBRIDGE
BRUNCH BILL REFERENDUM AND THE HENRY COUNTY SPLOST V REFERENDUM.

NOTE: If you choose
nae to or. Election
Elwiau E Day (November 5th),
vote on
(mm: you will be required to vote at your
county local polling location to vote on SPLOST V and the city polling location at the Municipal
Court to vote on City Council candidates and the Brunch Bill.

PLEASE CHECK THE WEBSITE FOR HOURS AND ADDITIONAL
LOCATIONS; FLYERS ARE AVAILABLE IN THE LOBBY HERE AT CITY HALL

CHECK YOUR VOTING STATUS AND POLLING LOCATION AT:

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ONGOING INITIATIVES

Meet & Greet the Mayor Mondays with Mayor Anthony 8. Ford from 10:00 am. noon every fourth

Monday of the month (appointment required). Please contact LaQuinda Jackson @ 678-833-3348
for more information and scheduling.

Trash Stockbridge No Litter Campaign Ongoing spearheaded by Councilman Thomas
Contact: LaQuinda Jackson @ 678-833-3348 for more information.

Monthly Bingo Bash from 10:00 am. noon at the Ted Strickland Community Center spearheaded

by Mayor Pro Tem Blount. Visit the website or Facebook page for dates and information.

Quarterly Town Hall Ongoing spearheaded by Councilman Alexander. Visit the website or
Facebook page for dates and information.

Keep Stockbridge Beautiful Ongoing spearheaded by Councilman Alexander. Contact LaQuinda
Jackson @ 678-833-3348 for more information.

Quarterly Clergy RoundTable spearheaded by Councilwoman Robinson. Contact LaQuinda
Jackson @ 678-833-3348 for more information.

Welcoming Stockbridge RoundTable every 2nd Tuesday of each month at 6:30 pm. at City Hall in the
Levi Meeting Room spearheaded by Councilwoman Gantt. Contact LaQuinda Jackson @ 678-833-
3348 for more information.

Quarterly Homeowners and Neighborhood Association RoundTable spearheaded by Mayor Pro
Tem Blount. Contact LaQuinda Jackson @ for more information.

. Teen Ambassadors Meetings, November 14th and December 12th at 5:00 pm. in the Levi Meeting
Room spearheaded by Councilwoman Robinson. Contact LaQuinda Jackson @ 678-833-3348 for
more information.

Councilwoman Gantt motioned to convene Executive Session for Personnel, Real Estate
and Litigation: Second by Councilwoman Robinson: the motion passed 5-0.

Councilwoman Robinson motioned to adjourn Executive Session: Second by Councilman
Alexander: the motion passed (Blount/Thomas were not present for the vote).

Councilwoman Robinson motioned to reconvene meeting: second by Councilwoman
Gantt: the motion passed. (Blount/Thomas were not present for the vote).

Councilwoman Robinson motioned to adjourn the
meeting: second by Councilman
Thomas: the motion passed (Blount was not present forthe vote).

Respectfully submitted by

Vanessa Holiday, City Clerk CM
Anthony S. Ford, ayor

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