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date: 1993-06-14
title: June 14, 1993 Minutes
source: 1993-06/1993-06-14_June 14, 1993_Minutes.pdf
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June 14, 1993

CITY OF STOCKBRIDGE
HENRY COUNTY, GEORGIA JUNE 14, 1993

The regular meeting of the Stockbridge City Council was held June 14, 1993 at 7:00 p.m. with Mayor Kelley
presiding and members present were Harold Cochran, G. W. Evans, W. A. Gardner, F. J. Hunter. Ronnie
Simmons was unable to attend.

Motion was made by F. J. Hunter to convene, seconded by W. A. Gardner, motion carried.

Mayor Kelley welcomed guests.

Ted Strickland presented the Council with a plaque from the Henry County Bureau of Police Services in
appreciation of the City's support and dedication to D.A.R.E. Program during the 1992-1993 school year at
Smith-Barnes Elementary School.

Preston Dorsey, Commander of Narcotic Division, Henry County Bureau of Police Services, was present to
respond to the article he read in the Henry Herald regarding the Jessie Thomas issue that was brought before
the Council at the May 1993 Council Meeting. Commander Dorsey was concerned that his Department has
been accused unjustly and without a hearing. He asked that his Department be contacted and given a chance
to defend or respond before articles are printed. In this case, Jessie Thomas, Jessie's Barber Shop, has
never been accused of selling drugs. Drugs have been sold by other persons in Mr. Thomas's parking lot as
witnessed by Commander Dorsey. Commander Dorsey states that his officers have never harassed or
followed any of Mr. Thomas's customers to their homes. In response to the article stating that customers
were made to lay on the ground, it is regular law enforcement procedure to place suspects on the ground for
officer's protection. Mayor Kelley stated that the Council will support the Police Department by whatever
means it takes to get drugs out of our City. The Police Department will be notified, in the future, if the Council
receives complaints of this nature.

At the May 1993 City Council Meeting, George Allin, Pastor, Lord's Chapel Church of God, requested the
Council approve a Conditional Use variance to allow his church to conduct services at 4827 North Henry
Boulevard. A. J. Welch, City Attorney, stated that he has researched this question and found that C-3 zoning
does not carry a Conditional Use provision. Therefore, no temporary zoning can be allowed. The owner of
the property may apply for rezoning to O & I (Office and Institutional).

Ernest Blount, Municipal Judge, addressed the Council concerning the need to appoint a Judge Pro Tem. If
there is a conflict of interest on a particular case and Judge Blount disqualifies himself, it is necessary to have
an appointed Judge Pro Tem to serve in his place. Judge Blount recommended Gary Brakefield. Motion
was made by G. W. Evans to approve Gary Brakefield, seconded by W. A. Gardner, motion carried.
Mayor Kelley announced that the Council has purchased property at 104 South Lee Street, adjacent to City
Hall, from Mrs. Billy Moseley for $60,000. This property will be used as another entrance to City Hall.

It was noted that the 1993 Municipal Election will be held November 2, 1993. Positions up for election will
be Mayor Kelley, Councilmen Harold Cochran and W. A. Gardner for four year terms each. A. J. Welch
pointed out that F. J. Hunter was appointed January 13, 1993 to fill the unexpired term for John Dabney to
serve until the next Municipal Election in 1993. This position will be a two year term expiring in 1995.
Qualifying was set to open September 13, 1993 and close at noon September 22, 1993. Motion was made
by F. J. Hunter, seconded by Harold Cochran, motion carried.

Qualifying fees were set at $30.00 for Mayor and $20.00 for Council. Motion was made by W. A. Gardner,
seconded by G. W. Evans, motion carried.

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6/14/1993
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Ted Strickland advised that residents on Oakland Boulevard complained that teenagers were driving too fast
on their street. They build speed to jump the hill. Ronald Colvin, Consultant, has been asked to prepare a
traffic design to alleviate this problem. Mr. Colvin recommends speed breakers in the street with a warning
advisory for drivers. Mayor Kelley was not certain that the City can place speed breakers on City streets and
asked A. J. Welch to research and get with Mr. Colvin. Motion was made by F. J. Hunter to table their
decision until we get clearance from A. J. Welch, seconded by Harold Cochran, motion carried.

Walter Meeks registered a written complaint against Stockbridge Auto Repair Center, Roy McEver at 4650
North Henry Boulevard for bad business practices. He requested the Council hear his complaint. Mr. Meeks
reports that he took his vehicle for repairs. When he picked up his vehicle, it was not repaired. Mr. McEver
would not refund his money or discuss. Mr. Meeks took his vehicle to Legacy Ford, where it was repaired.
Mr. Meeks was informed by Mr. Beavers at Legacy Ford that the work performed by Mr. McEver was
unnecessary. A. J. Welch advised Mr. Meeks that the City could not force Mr. McEver to refund his money.
The City only has jurisdiction over Mr. McEver's business license. Mr. Meeks can file charges against Mr.
McEver through the Henry County Magistrate Court. If he wins, all court costs will be paid by Mr. McEver. If
Mr. Meeks wants to try to get Mr. McEver's Business License revoked, he must make a formal written request,
stating his intention. The Mayor and Council will set a hearing date to determine if there is sufficient evidence
to revoke Mr. McEver's Business License. Mayor Kelley suggested Ted Strickland go to Mr. McEver and
discuss this matter to see if the dispute can be settled between the two parties.
David Greene, Ansley Mobile Home Park, requested changes in the Flood Plain Map. A. J. Welch
recommended the Council adopt a 1993 Amendment to the Flood Plain Map for the City of Stockbridge, as
recommended by the Federal Emergency Management Agency in Case No. 93-04-079P. Motion was made
by Harold Cochran to adopt amendment, seconded by F. J. Hunter, motion carried.

A. J. Welch informed Council that while searching the boundary line for the new wastewater treatment facility,
he discovered a boundary line dispute on the north boundary. It will require more research to resolve. He
will prepare necessary papers and get back with the Council to discuss in more detail.

A. J. Welch told Council that recent changes in the Massage Establishment laws, which include changing the
name to Massage Therapist, requiring 600 hours of specialized training, etc. will require an amendment to
the existing Massage Establishment Ordinance. The Business License fee will be $200 for establishment
and $200 for each qualified therapist. This Ordinance will bring the City's ordinance within the statutory
requirements of the law. Motion was made by F. J. Hunter to approve Ordinance, seconded by W. A.
Gardner, motion carried.

A. J. Welch advised Council that he has prepared a Restrictive Covenant for 5.81 acres, which was
purchased by the City from Gerald Taylor. This property is to be set aside for preservation. Gerald Taylor,
owner of adjacent property, applied for a permit for certain fill activities. Because of certain alleged potential
adverse impacts of the activities proposed to be permitted, the City, after payment of due consideration,
$6,000.00, will place certain restrictions upon the property. The City may run water and sewer lines through
the property but no filling will be allowed. Motion was made by W. A. Gardner to authorize Mayor and Clerk
to sign Restrictive Covenant for the City of Stockbridge, seconded by F. J. Hunter, motion carried.
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A community in Mexico is constructing a wastewater treatment plant similar to the City's wastewater treatment
plant. Wayne Lockwood, an engineer from Atlanta, is requesting permission to allow some of the Mexican
workers to train for one week with City staff. Clerk requested to verify liability coverage. Motion to approve
was made by W. A. Gardner, seconded by F. J. Hunter, motion carried.

Ted Strickland brought Council up to date on improvements at Gardner Park. City crews have paved between
the pavilions and a walkway to the playground.

Ted Strickland told Council that Henry County Road Department will begin widening East Atlanta Road in
August. The road will be closed for three days to install drainage culverts. During the remainder of the
construction, there will be one lane traffic.

Several months ago, the Council instructed Ted Strickland to get cost to resurface Club Drive and Club Place.
Stockbridge Paving, Vernon Moss has given an estimate of $9,165. Motion was made by G. W. Evans to
approve, seconded by W. A. Gardner, motion carried.

Motion was made by Harold Cochran to go into Executive Session to discuss personnel matters, seconded
by G. W. Evans, motion carried.

Motion to reconvene was made by Harold Cochran, seconded by W. A. Gardner, motion carried.

Ted Strickland told Council that he has been contacted by Southern States Environmental Services, Inc.
regarding a solid waste transfer center in Stockbridge. It would solve the City's need for a location to dump
solid waste. Southern States will prepare a proposal which will cut the City's cost if the City provides the land
required for the transfer center.

Mayor Kelley suggested the Council form a committee with whoever can serve on the committee and check
out this proposal as soon as possible.
Motion was made by Harold Cochran to adjourn, seconded by F. J. Hunter, motion carried. Meeting
adjourned at 8:15 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

Merle Manders R. G. Kelley
City Clerk Mayor
