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date: 2010-11-08
title: November 8, 2010 Minutes
source: 2010-11/2010-11-08_November 8, 2010_Minutes.pdf
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November 8, 2010

SUMMARY MINUTES
STOCKBRIDGE CITY COUNCIL
November 8, 2010

The Regular Meeting of the Stockbridge City Council was held on November 8, 2010 at
6:00 P. M. Mayor Lee Stuart presided and members present were Mark Alarcon, Harold
Cochran, Shirley Dabney, Fred Evans and Kathy Gilbert.

A motion to convene was made Harold Cochran, seconded by Fred Evans and passed
unanimously.

A motion to approve the minutes of the October 11, 2010 Stockbridge City Council
Meeting was made by Fred Evans, seconded by Harold Cochran and passed
unanimously.

Pastor Bryer of Stockbridge Christian Church gave the invocation.
Pledge of Allegiance

Mayor Stuart acknowledged Veterans in attendance that included Senior Veteran Emory,
Dick Grimes and Councilman Harold Cochran.

Mayor Stuart welcomed all guests

Old Business

Resolution – To amend Resolution 10-293 to clarify ownership of subject property
and authorize the City of Stockbridge to execute the First Amendment to the
Development Agreement with Ingles Markets. City Attorney A. J. Welch noted and
Mayor Stuart acknowledged that this was a formality, whereas the name on the
previous Resolution 10-293 needed to be corrected. Mark Alarcon made the motion to
approve, seconded by Fred Evans. - Passed unanimously.

Ordinance – To amend Title 2 of the Code of Ordinances for the City of
Stockbridge, GA; to provide a new chapter 2.40 regarding “Ethics”; to provide for
penalties. Kathy Gilbert noted that because she was not in attendance for the Work
Session held on October 25, 2010, she would need more information as to who would
appoint the fifth person of the Ethics Committee. Mark Alarcon made the suggestion
that the fifth person be chosen by as all other appointments; noting that the fifth person
would be a member of the Bar Association. Kathy Gilbert made reference to the fifth
person being selected by the committee members – two of which were selected by the
Mayor and the other two that would be selected by Council. Mark Alarcon made a
motion whereas the Mayor appoints the fifth person and the Council confirms with
majority vote, seconded by Fred Evans – Passed 3-2. In favor (Alarcon, Cochran,
Evans) Opposed (Dabney, Gilbert).

Resolution – Authorizing the City of Stockbridge to be certified as a Certified City
of Ethics under the Georgia Municipal Association program. This Resolution is in
conjunction with the above Ordinance, and was passed unanimously.

New Business

Presentation – The Greer Agency – Presenting to the City of Stockbridge Services
and Benefits Package. Allen Greer with the Greer Agency presented Broker Services
on behalf of their agency. He stated that his agency was local, here in Stockbridge, GA;
and that they had called on the City of Stockbridge for many years in an attempt to
provide broker services. Mr. Greer further stated that the current benefits with GMA
(Blue Cross/Blue Shield) was not a bad package either and also noted that Coventry
quoted premium savings with added benefits.

Agenda Request – Franklin Perry – 966 Mount Tabor Rd. Oxford, GA - Questions
“For-Profit” vs. “Non-Profit” Transient Dealer Business License. Mr. Perry stated
that he sells luxury sheet, operating a “For Profit” business. He was denied a license a
few months prior by the City of Stockbridge. However, a license was issued to “Non-
Profit” Transient Dealer, selling the exact same item, in the exact same location, where
he was denied. Mr. Perry questioned the Council on the matter of Non-Profit and For
Profit Transient Dealer Licenses. Council advised Mr. Perry that they would review the
Transient Dealer Business License.

Draft Ordinance – Draft of Proposed New Zoning Ordinance. Presented by Andy
Welch, Smith Welch & Brittain. Attorney Andy Welch presented a DRAFT COPY of
the Proposed New Zoning Ordinance to Mayor, Council and Assistant City Manager,
Ray Gibson. All were asked to review and make recommendations. Mr. Welch noted
that the County has adopted a similar model; however, the codes for the City of
Stockbridge are of a different format. All members were presented with a timeline, and
noted that the item would be presented at the next Study Session on November 22,
2010.

Resolution – Authorizing the City of Stockbridge to approve Arcadis’
recommendation and to put the Colony North 1 project out for bid. There was
discussion to put the bids out for engineering services; which would allow the
engineering firm to design, supervise, and inspect the project. Motion to approve was
made by Fred Evans and Seconded by Kathy Gilbert. Attorney A. J. Welch advised
Council of possible liability, and instructed the Council to move the item to Executive
Session. Motion withdrawn. Motion to approve item to be discussed in Executive
Session, and moved to the end of the Agenda made by Kathy Gilbert, seconded by
Shirley Dabney and passed unanimously.

Resolution – To proclaim the week of November 8 – 14, 2010 as “Kindness Works,
Pass it on” Week. Mayor Stuart asked how and when this Resolution came about. City
Attorney Welch stated that this was started in 2004 by his wife after the loss of their son.
Motion to approve made by Fred Evans, seconded by Kathy Gilbert- passed
unanimously.

Resolution - Authorizing the City of Stockbridge to negotiate a contract with
PinPoint GeoTech, LLC for remote data collection services and software. Ray
Gibson stated that he, along with Mayor Stuart, Terry Kight from Code Enforcement,
Jack Jones from Public Works, and Melinda Davies from GIS/Stormwater, went to
Duluth, GA to see a demonstration of PinPoint GeoTech. It was stated that in addition to
the PinPoint software, there is an additional piece of software called PubWorks that
works in conjunction that would be an added benefit, and needs to be brought in for a
demo .Kathy Gilbert made a motion to approve the Asst. City Manager to enter into a
contract on behalf of the City of Stockbridge, seconded by Mark Alarcon, passed
unanimously.

The Resolutions for Greer Agency and ShawHankins were not presented. Instead,
Council decided to remain with current benefits package for the City. It was
stated that the item would be revisited when it comes up for renewal again in
June 2011.
Resolution – To select The Greer Agency to represent the City and administer the
benefits package.
Resolution – To select ShawHankins to represent the City and administer the
benefits package.
Resolution – To select GMA/Blue Cross Blue Shield’s 2011 renewal. Motion to approve
GMA benefits renewal made by Mark Alarcon – Seconded by Kathy Gilbert - passed
unanimously.

2011 Budget Hearing – To hear comments on the 2011 Proposed Budget that will
be presented for adoption at the December 13, 2010 Regular Council Meeting.
OPEN FOR PUBLIC DISCUSSION – Houston Nelson questioned the Council as to the
rumor that he had heard regarding salary increases during these economic times. Ray
Gibson stated that the Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC) is conducting a Salary and
Wage Analysis in addition to a Work Force Analysis Study for the City of Stockbridge.
Once those reports have been presented to the Mayor and Council, salaries and
workforce will be reviewed as it pertains to the 2011 fiscal budget for the City of
Stockbridge.

Motion to convene to Executive Session made by Kathy Gilbert – Seconded by
Fred Evans – passed unanimously. 7:35 pm

Executive Session

• To discuss or deliberate upon appointment, employment,
compensation hiring, disciplinary action or dismissal, or
periodic evaluation or rating of a public officer or employee;
O.C.G.A. §50-14-3 (6).
• 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 the City or an officer or employee or
in which the officer or employee may be directly involved;
O.C.G.A. §50-14-1 and O.C.G.A. §50-18-72 (e).

Motion to adjourn to Executive Session made by Kathy Gilbert – Seconded
by Fred Evans – passed unanimously 8:05 pm

Motion to adopt Resolution for Mayor to sign affidavit for Executive Session
discussion of Personnel Matters and Pending/Potential Litigation made by Kathy
Gilbert – Seconded by Fred Evans – passed unanimously.

Motion to adopt Resolution for Mayor Pro Tem to sign affidavit for Executive
Session discussion of Pending/Potential Litigation made by Kathy Gilbert –
Seconded by Fred Evans – passed unanimously.

Christopher Brooks – Employee Termination Hearing – Employee Terminated
11/8/2010 – Assistant City Manager, Ray Gibson was sworn in by City Attorney, A. J.
Welch. Testimony was given by Ray Gibson that noted Mr. Brooks’ excessive absences
while employed by the City of Stockbridge. Personnel documents were entered in as
evidence.
Christopher Brooks was sworn in by City Attorney, A. J. Welch. Mr. Brooks presented
evidence and documents that stated that his absences were health related with doctor’s
excuses, and a statement from the Georgia Department of Labor that approved him
receiving Unemployment Benefits. Mr. Brooks’ documents were entered in as evidence.

Motion to convene to Executive Session made by Mark Alarcon– Seconded by
Kathy Gilbert – passed unanimously. 8:30 pm
Motion to adjourn Executive Session made by Kathy Gilbert – Seconded by
Shirley Dabney – passed unanimously. 8:35 pm

Motion to terminate Christopher Brooks made by Mark Alarcon- Seconded by
Harold Cochran – passed unanimously.

Motion to adopt Resolution for Mayor to sign affidavit for Executive Session
discussion of Personnel Matters made by Kathy Gilbert – Seconded by Fred
Evans – passed unanimously.

Resolution – Authorizing the City of Stockbridge to approve Arcadis’
recommendation and to put the Colony North 1 project out for bid. There was
discussion to put the bids out for engineering services; which would allow the
engineering firm to design, supervise, and inspect the project. Motion to approve was
made by Fred Evans and Seconded by Kathy Gilbert. Attorney A. J. Welch advised
Council of possible liability, and instructed the Council to move the item to Executive
Session. Motion withdrawn. Motion to approve item to be discussed in Executive
Session, and moved to the end of the Agenda made by Kathy Gilbert, seconded by
Shirley Dabney and passed unanimously. Kathy Gilbert made a motion to approve
Henry County Water Authority to proceed with repairs – Seconded by Harold Cochran-
passed 4-0-1. (Mark Alarcon abstained).

There were no Public Comments

The Mayor read the following announcements

Announcement of Upcoming Meetings & Events
1. Public Safety Meeting – Tuesday, November 9, 2010 6:00 pm City Hall -
cancelled
2. Public Works Meeting – Tuesday, November 9, 2010 6:30 pm City Hall -
cancelled
3. Community Relations Meeting – Monday, November 15, 2010 6:00 pm City
Hall
4. Building Meeting – Tuesday, November 16, 2010 pm City Hall - cancelled
5. Finance Committee Meeting, Thursday, November 18, 2010 6:00pm City
Hall
6. Work Session - Monday, November 22, 2010 6:00pm City Hall

REMINDER – VETERANS DAY CEREMONY THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2010
9AM STOCKBRIDGE CITY CEMETERY

Motion to adjourn made by Fred Evans- Seconded by Kathy Gilbert – passed
unanimously. 8:45 pm

Respectfully submitted by:

Vanessa Holiday, City Clerk Lee Stuart, Mayor
