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date: 1977-05-09
title: May 9, 1977 Minutes
source: 1977-05/1977-05-09_May 9, 1977_Minutes.pdf
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May 9, 1977

CITY OF STOCKBRIDGE
HENRY COUNTY, GEORGIA MAY 9, 1977

The regular meeting of the Stockbridge City Council was held May 9, 1977 at 7:30 p.m. with Mayor Hart
presiding and all Council members present.

Minutes approved as read.

Visitors welcomed.

Bill Clark, with the Henry County Water Authority, was present and advised Council that list of materials for
the Henry County waterline to be constructed to furnish Stockbridge water had been advertised for bids.
Construction to begin with 2 months. Municipal rate will be 60¢ per thousand gallons.

Ron Mills and Walter McCloud requested a business license to operate a discotheque and restaurant to be
located in the new building being constructed on Second Street by Percy Morris. Both businesses to be
located in this building to be operated separately. Since several residents voiced opposition, Council advised
they would consider this matter and render a decision at the next Council meeting.

James Henry Evans, 108 Lane Drive, requested permission to park a trailer on his vacant lot next to his
house on Lane Drive. In accordance with planning and zoning ordinance, no trailer can be parked anywhere
in the City except in a designated mobile home park, therefore, request denied.

Mike Hinton, Mi-Hi Construction, has completed work at the oxidation pond located on Davis Road. Council
advised City Clerk to pay Mr. Hinton according to contract, $1,700.00 for filling in oxidation pond and $3,000
for fill dirt and handling.

Florence Miller, Tye Street, requested the storm drain in front of her house be cleaned. Council instructed
Ron Kelley to handle this matter.

Glen McCreary, building contractor, requested City water be furnished to eleven lots he is developing on Neal
Boulevard. City will install first 100 feet and Mr. McCreary is responsible for remaining line. In order to help
Mr. McCreary, Council agreed to order material and sell it to him at City's cost. Mr. McCreary was instructed
that all mains must be 6" along Neal Boulevard. His line will tie in on the old water line on the northside of
North Henry Boulevard.

Henry Soward requested a four-way stop be installed at the corner of Club Drive and Club Circle. Motion
made by James Butcher, seconded by Harold Cochran and passed unanimously.

Mr. Soward inquired why some residents do not display house numbers. Mayor Hart stated the City had
made several requests for numbers to be displayed to no avail. At the present time, there is no ordinance
making it mandatory.

Discussion regarding new water rates to be imposed by Clayton County tabled until after meeting with Clayton
County Water Authority Board of Directors and City Attorney.

Motion was made by Ross McMichael to amend the current Water and Sewer Schedule and Services
Ordinance whereby no resident within the City limits be allowed to dig, bore or drill a well unless approved
by the Council, seconded by John Dabney and passed unanimously.

Motion was made by Harold Cochran to adopt a Resolution authorizing Mayor Hart to negotiate a loan with
First National Bank of McDonough to sewer Creek Circle, seconded by Ross McMichael and passed
unanimously.
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Motion was made by W. A. Gardner to adopt a Resolution to advertise for bids to sewer North section of
Creek Circle, seconded by Ross McMichael, motion carried.

Motion was made by James Butcher to approve the purchase of a smoke ejector and electrical system for a
cost of $1,800.00, seconded by John Dabney and passed unanimously.
Residents on Club Drive have complained about surface water running from the street onto their carports.
Motion was made by W. A. Gardner to install curbing to channel water into sewer on the east end of Club
Drive, seconded by Harold Cochran and passed unanimously.

James Butcher requested the use of the Council room Saturday, May 14, 1977 for a training session
sponsored by the Henry County Fire Department. Request approved.

John Dabney suggested the City have a pay telephone installed in the jail block for use by prisoners.
Discussion closed for lack of motion.

Harold Cochran instructed Ron Kelley to inspect Burke Street for necessary repairs.

Mayor Hart appointed W. A. Gardner to contact Louise Mays to see of she would help with the Stockbridge
Arthritis Foundation. If Mrs. Mays accepts this position, City Clerk to notify Mrs. Lillian Carter.

Jim Braswell requested the City consider resurfacing Creek Circle. Council is considering resurfacing several
streets and Mr. Braswell was informed that Creek Circle would be included when funds become available.

Donation of Library Fund was tabled until next meeting.

Meeting adjourned 10:00 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

Merle Manders George W. Hart, Jr.
City Clerk Mayor
