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date: 1992-08-10
title: August 10, 1992 Minutes
source: 1992-08/1992-08-10_August 10, 1992_Minutes.pdf
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August 10, 1992

CITY OF STOCKBRIDGE
HENRY COUNTY, GEORGIA AUGUST 10, 1992

The regular meeting of the City Council was held August 10, 1992 at 7:00 p.m. with Mayor Kelley presiding
and members present were Harold Cochran, G. W. Evans, W. A. Gardner, F. J. Hunter and Ronnie Simmons.

Motion to convene was made by Ronnie Simmons, seconded by W. A. Gardner and passed unanimously.

Mayor Kelley asked A. J. Welch, City Attorney, to explain the new law that went into effect July 1, 1992 which
allows cities to annex unincorporated areas with its aggregate external boundaries abutting the annexing
municipality. These unincorporated islands must be 50 acres or less. The City engineer, Frank Prince, has
prepared a plat describing the properties to be annexed. Services to be provided by the City will include
garbage and trash pick-up, streetlights, police and fire protection. Water service will be provided when the
City and Henry County Water Authority reach an agreement for the City to take over the water system. Sewer
service will not be provided immediately. Before sewage can be installed, resident will have to petition the
City, agreeing to connect to City sewage when sewage is made available. If lines are made available,
residents will be billed for monthly sewer service whether or not they connect to City sewage. All streets and
right-of-ways will become City property to be maintained by the City. Ad valorem taxes will amount to $11.00
to $16.00 annually and garbage will be $7.00 per month. Mayor Kelley and Council answered questions
asked by persons living in the area to be annexed. Motion was made by Ronnie Simmons to adopt an
Ordinance to annex, seconded by W. A. Gardner and passed unanimously.

Mayor Kelley told Council that he had rejected all bids to install culverts on Shields Road, Club Drive and
Davis Road for being too expensive. Bids were received from:

Davidson Brothers $108,530
Pierce Grading 96,375
PGA Inc. 104,249

Ted Strickland contacted the Henry County Department of Transportation and requested their assistance to
install these culverts. Henry County agreed to furnish equipment and the City will furnish materials and labor.
Motion was made by Harold Cochran to appropriate $25,000 for the purchase of materials for these projects,
seconded by G. W. Evans and passed unanimously.
Ted Strickland advised that he had contacted Keith Rohling, Georgia Department of Transportation to request
a traffic light at the intersection of Quarry Road and Eagle's Landing Parkway. Mr. Rohling requested copies
of accidents at this intersection and these reports have been sent. Mr. Rohling will advise.

Michael McKinney, 5043B North Henry Boulevard, submitted an application for a business license to operate
a game room. Mr. McKinney was not present to discuss his business with the Council, therefore, motion was
made by W. A. Gardner to deny request, seconded by Harold Cochran and passed unanimously.
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A portion of Brannan Road has never been improved and Mrs. Deanna Moss is requesting the City release
any interest if may have in the undeveloped portion of Brannan Road. If the City releases their interest in
this undeveloped street, the Council should adopt a Resolution authorizing the Mayor and Clerk to execute
a Quit Claim Deed. Ted Strickland cautioned the Council to make sure that by giving up ownership of this
undeveloped street, the City would not eliminate road frontage for Richard Rowan. Motion was made by
Ronnie Simmons to adopt a Resolution to authorize Mayor and Clerk to sign Quit Claim Deed subject to
making sure Brannan Drive extends to the end of Mr. Rowan's property, seconded by W. A. Gardner and
passed unanimously.

Mayor Kelley reported that pornographic materials and objects are being sold in several businesses in
Stockbridge. A. J. Welch was requested to research and prepare an ordinance to prevent the display and
over-the-counter sale of pornographic materials and objects. Mr. Welch advised Council that it would be
difficult to regulate pornography on the local level. Rather than going to the expense of preparing an
ordinance, the City could use State law. Violators would be reported to and charged by the Henry County
Police and would be tried by State Court rather than Stockbridge Municipal Court. Mayor Kelley
recommended that Council utilize the State law rather than drafting our own ordinance. Motion was made
by Harold Cochran, seconded by W. A. Gardner and passed unanimously.

Irving Meisler, IRCA Builders, requested a traffic light at the intersection of North Henry Boulevard and Speer
Road to regulate traffic entering North Henry Boulevard from Speer Road where is new subdivision is located.
Mayor Kelley advised that the City cannot install traffic lights on a state highway. The City will request a
traffic study by the Georgia Department of Transportation and make a formal request for a traffic light at this
intersection.

Mayor Kelly advised Council that the new state statute requires that the millage for fiscal year 1992 and every
year hereafter must be levied by a resolution or ordinance, which specifies the millage rate. It is aimed at
the alleged abuses of some local governments, which kept ad valorem millage at the same level, while
enjoying the windfall of new revenues from massive property tax reappraisals within their city. The General
Assembly viewed this type of activity as imposition of hidden tax increases. City Clerk advised that this
matter had been discussed with Andy Pipkin, Henry County Tax Commissioner. Mr. Pipkin advises that his
office will file the City's Calculation of Rollback Rate with the State. Mayor Kelly recommended setting the
1992 millage at 7.73 mills with 6.73 mills rollback with a net of 1 mill. Motion was made by F. J. Hunter,
seconded by W. A. Gardner and passed unanimously.
Mayor Kelley noted that he had received a letter from Harry West, with Atlanta Regional Commission,
inquiring if the City is interested in providing facilities and support to an Olympic team in 1996. Council
instructed Ted Strickland to conduct a study to determine if facilities are available and notify Mr. West of his
findings.

Mayor Kelley asked A. J. Welch to explain the new Henry County Zoning Ordinance. Mr. Welch advised the
Council that in adopting the new Zoning Ordinance, the City must either adopt the Sign Regulations as they
are or pass an Ordinance to modify or change the unacceptable provisions. After discussion, the Council
instructed Mr. Welch to prepare an ordinance to include the following exception so the Henry County Sign
Ordinance: 1. Prohibit billboard signs. 2. Prohibit off-premises signs. 3. Prohibit portable signs except for
promotional reasons to be approved by City Manager. Mr. Welch will prepare Ordinance to be included in
the Henry County Zoning Ordinance which will be presented on two hearing dates, August 31, 1992 and
September 14, 1992. The Henry County Zoning Ordinance will be prepared to be adopted at the regular
meeting October 12, 1992.
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Bids were opened July 28, 1992 to construct a new City Hall at 4545 North Henry Boulevard. The two low
bidders were JTV General Contractors with a low bid of $631,290 and Hamby Construction with seconded
lowest bid of $635,268. Dick Spangler with Spangler & Manley Architects informed Council that he had
checked with Mr. Jim Vann's previous employer, projects he completed and Mr. Vann received very high
ratings. He also contacted Mr. Vann's bonding company, Fidelity & Deposit Company of Maryland. Fidelity
will insure this project and informed Mr. Spangler that Mr. Vann's financial standing is excellent. A. J. Welch
recommended that the contract be changed to include liquidated damages in case the job runs past the
deadline. He also pointed out that any disputes over payment would be settled through the Henry County
Superior Court. Mr. Vann has no objections to either of the stipulations being added to the contract. Motion
was made by W. A. Gardner to award contract to JTV General Contractors, seconded by Harold Cochran
and passed unanimously.

To expedite construction of City Hall, A. J. Welch will get copies of fidelity bond, insurance papers and prepare
contract. Motion was made by F. J. Hunter to authorize Mayor and Clerk to sign contract, seconded by W.
A. Gardner and passed unanimously.

G. W. Evans and other members of the Council reported that they have received complaints against Premiere
Cablevision. A. J. Welch and Ernest Blount to work out a franchise agreement with BiJo Cablevision to
improve cable service in Stockbridge. Motion was made by Ronnie Simmons, seconded by G. W. Evans
and passed unanimously.
Council discussed a traffic light at the intersection of Walter Way and State Route 138. A traffic light at this
intersection would regulate traffic created when the U. S. Post Office opens. Council is not in favor of a traffic
light at this intersection. Walter Way should be extended to Speer Road so most of the traffic will flow to Old
Atlanta Road and Davidson Parkway.

F. J. Hunter stated that Mr. Neeley had approached him about placing a move-in house to a lot on Walker
Street. Ted Strickland reported that Mr. Neeley has already been referred to Henry County Community
Development. Once it has been approved by Henry County, it will be brought before the City Council for final
disposition. All permits and inspections will be conducted by Henry County.

It was noted that no further discussion has been held regarding additional personnel to man the north
precinct.

Motion was made by W. A. Gardner to adjourn, seconded by F. J. Hunter and passed unanimously. Meeting
adjourned 8:30 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

Merle Manders R. G. Kelley
City Clerk Mayor
