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date: 1979-02-12
title: February 12, 1979 Minutes
source: 1979-02/1979-02-12_February 12, 1979_Minutes.pdf
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February 12, 1979

CITY OF STOCKBRIDGE
HENRY COUNTY, GEORGIA FEBRUARY 12, 1979

The regular meeting of the Stockbridge City Council was held February 12, 1979 at 7:30 p.m. with Mayor
Kelley presiding and all members present.

Motion was made by Harold Cochran to amend Speed Zone Ordinance to reduce speed limit on segment of
roadway on East Atlanta Road beginning 200 feet north of Bryant Street and continuing to the north City limit
to be speed zoned from 45 miles per hour to 35 miles per hour, seconded by Ross McMichael and passed
unanimously.

Minutes approved as read.

Business license fee for doctors, dentists and other professionals was discussed. It was decided to check
fees charged by nearby cities before setting a fee.

Ross McMichael made a motion to appoint Harold Cochran as Mayor Pro Tem for 1979, seconded by Phillip
Paulk and passed unanimously.

Motion was made by Phillip Paulk to accept the slate of officers presented by the Fire Department for 1979,
Bill Elder, Chief, Jack Oakman, Assistant Chief, David Jackson, Captain, Mark Hinson, Maint. Lt. and Gary
Precise, Exec. Lt., seconded by Harold Cochran and passed unanimously.

Motion was made by Harold Cochran to appoint Raleigh G. Moseley to serve as the Stockbridge
representative on the Henry County Joint Board of Appeal, seconded by G. W. Evans and passed
unanimously.

Council discussed having City property surveyed. W. A. Gardner was instructed to locate any existing
surveys and plats of City property. Motion was made by Harold Cochran to authorize W. A. Gardner to have
property surveyed if needed, seconded by G. W. Evans and passed unanimously.

Motion was made by Ross McMichael to notify Raymond Hill and Glenn McCreary it would be necessary for
them to relocate their office and J. P. Court as the City no longer has facilities available for their use, seconded
by Harold Cochran and passed unanimously.
Motion was made by Phillip Paulk to appoint Ted Strickland as Deputy Director of Civil Defense for the
Stockbridge area, seconded by Ross McMichael and passed unanimously.

Georgia Municipal Association will hold its annual convention June 17-19, 1979 at St. Simons Island. Mayor
Kelley advised that he plans to attend.

Mayor Kelley advised Council that he planned to contact local and state representatives asking their support
on pending legislation on the local option sales tax.

Councilman Simmons inquired about progress being made on water line at Mays Corner. W. A. Gardner
stated that the developer, Oliver Wright was to get in touch with him when he was ready to proceed, and to
date, he has not heard from him.

Ross McMichael informed Council that Henry County Detective Randall Patterson has information to identify
the person who stole ladder from fire truck. He wanted to know if Council would prosecute before beginning
a full investigation. Council was in agreement that if the person responsible for steeling the ladder was
caught, the City would prosecute.

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2/12/1979
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It was noted that the City will make application for emergency funds available through EPA to sewer Mann
Boulevard and possibly Creek Circle and Brush Creek Interceptor.

Bill Elder informed Council there is a dead hydrant at the corner of Shield Road and Club Drive and one with
low pressure on Tye Street. He also mentioned the need for additional hydrants at various locations. W. A.
Gardner was instructed to check into these problems and advise. Motion was made by Harold Cochran to
install one hydrant on Burke Street near the Presbyterian Church, seconded by G. W. Evans and passed
unanimously. Other hydrants to be considered later.
Bill Elder suggested the City not answer the first call for assistance under the mutual aid agreement between
the City and Henry County Fire Department since he feels it's a waste of time and energy. Mayor Kelley
advised Chief Elder the City would respond to all calls according to the agreement. Harold Cochran will meet
with Henry County Fire Chief Hill to settle any grievances between the City and County Fire Departments.

Jerry Cooper, volunteer fireman, informed Council he felt firemen were being harassed by the Henry County
Police Department because several volunteer firemen have been given citations for reckless driving while in
route to a fire. Harold Cochran to look into this matter.

W. A. Gardner recommended the Council consider contracting with Stockbridge Paving Company, Lloyd Hipp
and Vernon Moss to make minor street repairs. Council instructed Mr. Gardner to contact Mr. Hipp regarding
this matter and advise at next Council meeting.

Meeting adjourned 8:50 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

Merle Manders R. G. Kelley
City Clerk Mayor
