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date: 2026-02-13
title: Main Street Advisory Board Agenda Packet
source: 2026-02/2026-02-13_Main Street Advisory Board_Agenda Packet.pdf
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MAIN STREET Main Street Advisory Board
ADVISORY BOARD MEMBERS Meeting Agenda
Willie Hopkins, Chair
February 13, 2026 9:00 AM
Shomari Furtch, Vice-Chair
Camille Reynoso Mason, Secretary
Anika Potts
Andrea Burnett
Vanessa Gibson
Vacant
Linda P. Jones
Crystal Park
Kenya Cook (DDA Liaison)
Vacant (City Council Liaison)

ADMINISTRATION
Lisa Fareed Downtown Connection Center
Main Street Program Manager 130 M L King, Sr. Heritage Trail
Stockbridge , GA 30281
Website: www.stockbridgega.org
Terezy Ochoa
Main Street Program Coordinator Phone: 770-389-7900
Fax: 770-389-7912

Vacant
Economic Development Director
AGENDA
MAIN STREET ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
CITY OF STOCKBRIDGE
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2026 9:00 AM

I. Call to Order
1. Roll Call
2. Reading of the Mission Statement
3. Welcome — MSAB Members/ City Staff/ Guests
II. Review and Approval of the Agenda
4. January 2026 Meeting Agenda
III. Review and Approval of Meeting Minutes
5. December 2026 Meeting Minutes
IV. Review and Approve Financial Statement
6. December 2025 Financial Statement
V. Main Street Managers Report/ Discussion
7. Program Updates
8. Downtown Updates
VI. DDA Report
VII. Announcements/ Concerns
VIII. Adjourn
Stockbridge Main Street Advisory Board Meeting – January 2026 Page 1

January 9, 2026
Mission: The Stockbridge Main Street Program's mission is to design an identifiable
downtown historic district that promotes economic vitality, encourages
cultural enrichment, and nurtures community spirit.

On Friday, January 9, 2026, the Stockbridge Main Street Advisory Board (hereinafter the Board)
meeting was held at the Main Street Program Office in the Stockbridge Downtown Connection
Center Conference Room. The meeting was called to order with an official roll call at 9:12 a.m.
by Mr. Willie Hopkins, Main Street Advisory Board Chairman. Mr. Shomari Furth, Main Street
Advisory Board Co-Chairman, read the Main Street Mission.

Mr. Hopkins welcomed and opened the floor to the councilmembers present, Councilman Cloud
(District 2) and Councilwoman Barber (District 4). Councilwoman Barber offered greetings and
shared excitement for 2026 and the board’s upcoming work, expressing continued support.
Councilman Cloud also offered New Year greetings and shared condolences regarding the
passing of Councilman Thomas, noting his relationships with many board members and the
community.
Board Members in Attendance: Andrea Burnett, Shomari Furtch, Vanessa Gibson,
Willie Hopkins, Linda Jones, Crystal Park, and Anika Potts.
Board Members Absent: Jaylan Holman, Camille Reynoso Mason and Kenya Cook
City Staff in Attendance: Lisa Fareed, Main Street Program Manager, Terezy Ochoa,
Main Street Program Specialist
Visitors in Attendance: Councilman Antwan Cloud and Councilwoman Yolanda Barber

Review and Approval of the Meeting Agenda
A motion to accept and approve the January 2026 Meeting Agenda. The motion properly
approved.
Motion: Vanessa Gibson
Second: Linda Jones
Discussion: None
Vote: Unanimous

Review and Approval of the Main Street Advisory Board Meeting Minutes
A motion to accept and approve the December 2025 Meeting Minutes.

Office Address: 130 M.L.K., Sr. Heritage Trl. ∙ Stockbridge, GA 30281 ∙ 678-833-3306
Mailing Address: 4640 N. Henry Blvd. ∙ Stockbridge, GA
Stockbridge Main Street Advisory Board Meeting – January 2026 Page 2

The motion properly approved.
Motion: Anika Potts
Second: Vanessa Gibson
Discussion: None
Vote: Unanimous

Review and Approval of the Monthly Financial Report.
The December 2025 financial statements were not available. The Board agreed the financials
would be presented at the next meeting. It was also noted that the January financials should
reflect new 2026 budget lines.
Main Street Manager’s Report / Discussion
Main Street Manager, Ms. Fareed, welcomed and thanked everyone for their attendance and
extended New Year greetings.

Program Updates:

o Ms. Fareed provided an overview of the Main Street program for new/visiting officials
and reiterated that:

• Main Street is a national program tied to historic preservation and downtown
revitalization efforts.

• The local program completes an annual assessment to maintain accreditation
(assessment due the following week).

• Stockbridge Main Street has been accredited for 10 consecutive years.

• The program is supported through the Georgia Department of Community Affairs
(DCA), which serves as liaison to the National Main Street Center.

o Ms. Fareed reviewed the historical development of downtown Stockbridge, including its
railroad origins and the impact of later infrastructure changes (including the bridge) on
traffic patterns and downtown vitality.

o Ms. Fareed reviewed Main Street’s four pillars:

• Design

• Organization

• Promotion

• Economic Development

Office Address: 130 M.L.K., Sr. Heritage Trl. ∙ Stockbridge, GA 30281 ∙ 678-833-3306
Mailing Address: 4640 N. Henry Blvd. ∙ Stockbridge, GA
Stockbridge Main Street Advisory Board Meeting – January 2026 Page 3

• Mr. Furth provided the Board with a memory aid: “DOPE” (Design, Organization,
Promotion, Economic Development).

o National Recognized Program: Ms. Fareed and Board noted Stockbridge Main Street
has been recognized twice by the National Main Street Center and American Express for
innovation, including initiatives such as Shop Small efforts and the “Tiny Tent Concerts,“
and that local ideas have been replicated by other Georgia Main Street programs.

o City Leadership Updates: Ms. Fareed shared multiple city leadership transitions, a new
mayor, council member(s), interim chief of police, and director-level staff changes. It was
also shared that:

• Councilman Thomas passed away December 26, 2025, and the funeral was held
earlier that week.

• The Board sent flowers and condolences to the Thomas family on behalf of the
Advisory Board.

• Condolences were also sent to Ms. Anika following the passing of her father; a thank-
you card was received.

o Holiday Festival/Hot Cocoa Booth: Holiday Fest was reported as a major success with
an especially large crowd. Increased overall attendance and the cocoa supplies ran out
(first time reported).

o Small Business Blitz: Ms. Fareed explained that this year’s approach focused mainly on
business promotion without a structured “passport” or central participation point.
Analytics later showed there was no measurable participation through the app/online
tracking. Gift cards purchased for participation will be repurposed for future local
initiatives.

• Ms. Linda suggested tying Small Business Blitz promotion to ribbon cuttings to help
spotlight businesses more efficiently. The Manager confirmed this was aligned with
prior plans and will be refined.

o Board Renewals: Board members who submitted letters of intent by the deadline were
reappointed by Council on December 8th meeting.

o Board Education & Training: Ms. Fareed recognized the Board for completing
required training, noting all members completed at least two hours (many exceeded the
requirement). The Manager suggested completing 2026 training earlier in the year
(deadline moved to June).

Office Address: 130 M.L.K., Sr. Heritage Trl. ∙ Stockbridge, GA 30281 ∙ 678-833-3306
Mailing Address: 4640 N. Henry Blvd. ∙ Stockbridge, GA
Stockbridge Main Street Advisory Board Meeting – January 2026 Page 4

New Business:

o Logo Request from DDA: Ms. Fareed presented a recommendation not to share or allow
use of the Main Street logo by the Downtown Development Authority (DDA) at this
time. Rationale discussed included:

▪ The Main Street Advisory Board has built a distinct identity and reputation over
many years.

▪ Similar or shared branding could confuse the public.

▪ A collaborative relationship with DDA is valued, but the DDA should develop its
own unique logo (potentially with coordinated elements such as color palette), rather
than duplicating Main Street branding.

▪ Concerns were also noted regarding process (logo concept being shown informally on
a phone and not presented in advance).

A motion to decline sharing the Main Street logo with the DDA Board at this time. The motion
properly approved.
Motion: Shomari Furth
Second: Linda Jones
Discussion: None
Vote: Unanimous
No Quorum: Chair Hopkins noted that Mrs. Burnette left the meeting at 10:01 am, immediately
following the vote. There was no longer a quorum present, and the gathering continued for
informational purposes only.

Economic Development Update: Ms. Fareed shared that Henry County is preparing for visitors
tied to the FIFA World Cup, occurring mid-June through mid-July 2026, with Atlanta hosting
matches. Local hotels may house teams and fans. The Main Street program is thinking about
creating welcome messaging and signage. Potential live screening.

DDA Report: No DDA report was provided, liaison absent.

Announcements / Concerns:

o Ms. Fareed announced a tribute gathering honoring Councilman Thomas, hosted in
partnership with Ms. Linda Jones and Frozen Smoke, scheduled for Saturday, January 10,
2026, 6:00–7:00 p.m. The event includes a free buffet, reflections, and jazz. Councilman
Thomas’s family is expected to attend.

o Community Shred Day – Mr. Hopkins announced a community shredding event in
partnership with AKAs and Global Impact Christian Ministry on Saturday, January 17,
2026.

Office Address: 130 M.L.K., Sr. Heritage Trl. ∙ Stockbridge, GA 30281 ∙ 678-833-3306
Mailing Address: 4640 N. Henry Blvd. ∙ Stockbridge, GA
Stockbridge Main Street Advisory Board Meeting – January 2026 Page 5

o Mrs. Jones announced Feeding God’s People Community Food Pantry on Saturday,
January 17, 2026.

o Councilwoman Barber encouraged the board and noted the City Council meeting on
Monday, January 12, 2026, may include multiple appointments, including for this board.

o Next Meeting: Friday, February 13, 2026 @ 9:00 a.m.
Stockbridge Main Street Program Office at the Connection Center
130 M L King, Sr. Heritage Trail
Stockbridge, GA 30281

There being no further business to address and no quorum present, Chair Hopkins adjourned the
meeting 10:15 a.m.
Motion: Linda Jones
Second: Vanessa Gibson
Discussion: None
Vote: Unanimous

Respectfully Submitted by:

Camille Reynoso Mason: LFM
Secretary
Stockbridge Main Street Advisory Board

Office Address: 130 M.L.K., Sr. Heritage Trl. ∙ Stockbridge, GA 30281 ∙ 678-833-3306
Mailing Address: 4640 N. Henry Blvd. ∙ Stockbridge, GA
