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date: 2006-12-11
title: December 11, 2006 Minutes
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December 11, 2006
CITY OF STOCKBRIDGE MINUTES
HENRY COUNTY, GEORGIA DECEMBER 11, 2006

The Regular Meeting of the Stockbridge City Council was held on December 11, 2006 at 6:00 P.M. Mayor
R. G. Kelley presided and members present were Harold Cochran, Fred Evans, W.A.Gardner, Steve Moon
and Leila Turner.

Fred Evans made a motion to convene; Harold Cochran seconded, and passed unanimously.

Steve Moon gave the invocation.

Harold Cochran made a motion to approve the minutes of November 8, 2006 City Council Meeting; Leila
Turner seconded, and passed unanimously.

Mayor Kelley welcomed guests and especially Reid Bowen, Henry County Commissioner for the Fourth
District, effective January 1, 2007. Mr. Bowen addressed the Council and stated that he will be representing
the Fourth District and he wants to be involved in what is going on in the cities, the county and the Fourth
District and he appreciates the opportunity to come out and be present at this meeting.

2006 BUDGET AMENDMENTS for unexpected expenditures and increased revenues which total
$389,120.00. Mayor Kelley said this amendment finalizes the 2006 budget.

This amendment also reflects the Bonds generated for the Urban Redevelopment Agency for the town center
and expenditures for 2006.

Fred Evans made a motion to approve the budget amendments; W. A. Gardner seconded, and passed
unanimously.

2007 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS BUDGET for Urban Redevelopment Agency. The overall budget for the
town center is $32,775,850.00 which includes the years 2006 and 2007.
Fred Evans made a motion to approve the 2007 Capital Improvement Budget; Harold Cochran seconded,
and passed unanimously.

2007 PROPOSED BUDGET HEARING: Mayor Kelley presented the 2007 Proposed Budget for all
departments for adoption.

Fred Evans made a motion to approve the 2007 Proposed Budget; Leila Turner seconded, and passed
unanimously.

PLANNING AND ZONING

TIMOTHY JOHNSON OF McDONOUGH, GA requested rezoning from RA (Residential-Agricultural) to C-2
(General Commercial) for property located at 112, 118 and 124 Old Conyers Road. The property is located
in Land Lot 68 of the 12th District, consisting of 10.98 acres. The request is for the development of an event
facility. Jessica Guinn, Henry County Planning and Zoning noted that this item was tabled at the November
8, 2006 Council Meeting.

The request is to rezone the C-2 (General Commercial) to develop an events facility that would host
weddings, conferences, etc. To the north of the property there is multi-family, there is single-family residential
development to the east and south of the property and there is a church on the south side of Old Conyers
Road and to the west of the property there is a C-2 development with Publix and other retail shops at the
intersection of Old Conyers and East Atlanta Road.

This property is actually a portion of a larger 13.50 acre tract with about 2.50 acres that is currently C-2
(General Commercial) that was rezoned at the time Publix was rezoned, so that portion of 2.50 acres is not
included in this rezoning request. The Future Land Use Plan designated the property for low density
residential land uses; and therefore, the request is inconsistent with the future land use map. The Planning
and Zoning staff recommends denial of the request and the Zoning Advisory Board heard the request on
October 12, 2006 and also recommended denial.

Mayor Kelley stated that the Council tabled this matter until the Council could look into it further. A. J.
Welch advised the Council that since it is a zoning request, the Council will have to hear from the property
owners and they have the right to present any additional information before the Council makes a decision on
the issue.
Kathy Shell, real estate agent representing Herman O. Maness, one of the property owners, and another
realtor was present representing two other property owners. She stated that part of the property is zoned
commercial; however, the county is working on a future land use draft. The plan that the County has now is
somewhat out of date. When asking the highest and best use of this property, when her buyers approached
her, this property would be perfect because they want to keep the aesthetics, the nature, the pond for the
City, so should we put high density, single family or apartments there and the answer was no. There is a
church there and that would become a liability because of the church functions, etc. Why can’t they be put
there because of the wetlands and the pond is there. One of the property owners has had his property on
the market for years and couldn’t sell it. Now we have Mr. Maness and another lady up on the corner. People
do not want to put a single family home at that location, so the next logical solution in keeping the green
space that we need for the City would be something like an event planning facility. This would be perfect
because they could keep the land area, the greenery, and the pines. She feels confident that her clients
want to build an upscale event planning facility, something that will be in conjunction with what the City is
going to have as far as the architectural design. The Council was given a picture of the structure at the last
meeting. This is a facility that her client’s sister operates out of Ohio. Her sister’s business is very successful
and has been operating for seven (7) years and has a million dollars in profit. Keep in mind that as a realtor
she cares what happen in Henry County. She cares what happens in the City of Stockbridge and she does
not like what she has seen in the past with some of the tacky rezonings. The other agent, Deborah Grant
wants to work with the City and the property owners likewise in bringing some good development to the City.
She feels confident this will not turn into a honky-tonk or some kind of crud. Her buyers do not feel it’s
necessary to have a C-2 (General Commercial) zoning and would feel comfortable with a C-1 (Neighborhood
Commercial) zoning. When they initially went to Henry County Planning and Zoning, the chief planner and
assistant director had advised that it would be in C-1 (Neighborhood Commercial) and the director had
suggested maybe they should go for a C-2 (General Commercial).

Mayor Kelley asked the Council if they have any questions. Councilman Cochran wanted to know if they are
going to keep it as an event facility or if they are going to wait six (6) months and if they don’t make a go of it
they will turn it into something else.

The operator of the Birmingham facility spoke stating that she worked at that facility for five and one half (5
½) years and it would be no need to turn it into anything else because they know the business very well.
They are very good marketing people with a very nice website and they hope to bring it into Stockbridge, not
to make it anything that will not be nice for Stockbridge. It will be an event facility and that is what it will stay.
That is what the bank is loaning the money for an event facility not for any strip mall or anything else as long
as it’s an event facility, it’s a growing business and twenty (20%) percent of that business is going out of this
county. They have all the research information that has been compiled by the bank. When they first went to
zoning for the request to rezone, they kept hearing that it’s for profit so; therefore, they thought it should be
a C-2 (General Commercial). They never agreed to that and they figured that they knew more about what
was going on with zoning than they did. Their facility in Birmingham is zoned O-I (Office-Institutional) so they
did not know why they need the high zoning of C-2 (General Commercial) but that is what they recommended
and that’s what they went for.
A.J.Welch stated that if the City Staff recommends denial but if the Council determines that they want to go
forward with any type of zoning on this property because of the it’s location with neighborhoods and
residential developments, it needs to be a significant development agreement that would be entered into with
the property owner and the City would be recorded of record where to answer Mr. Cochran if it comes up
again only how it could be used and when it could be used dealing with everything from parking to lighting to
maintaining the lakes to maintaining certain green areas and approving certain development plans for the
piece of property. The City would have to be very particular on how the Council drew the Development
Agreement and the key to it is the Council’s concern is it may change down the road and the only way to
protect the City would be through the Development Agreement and it would have to be through conditions
that would be made part of the zoning. If the Council decides to approve it, make it subject to a Development
Agreement being prepared and being brought back for approval by the Mayor and City Council.

Ken King, 118 Old Conyers Road, stated that his family has lived at this address for twenty (20) years and
their house is closest to the Publix shopping center and they love Henry County. They had piece and quiet
until Publix moved in. Each night they fight the garbage trucks when they pickup the dumpsters, the trucks
loading and unloading behind Publix. Their sleep is interrupted each night. He did not ask for this and it is
awfully hard for them to keep their piece and quiet in the house that they still love. When the zoning happened
and it changed the neighborhood and their way of life. He does not know that much about zoning and where
his house is it’s not piece and quiet anymore.

Kathy Shell told the Council that was Mr. King and he lives on the back of the property. Adjacent and west of
the property along Collier Road there is only two (2) single family homes. One of those property owners was
present at the last Council Meeting in support of this. Also, there is another single family home on the market
now. The pastor of the Corner Stone Church is definitely in favor of this development and also there is
another pastor across the street in favor of the development. The buyers have contacted all of the churches
and schools. They have done their homework. They work with small business in regard to their business
plan, talked with their lender extensively. They are right on target and ready to go. Ms. Shell backs and
supports them and it will be an upscale event planning facility that this city needs so please give it your
consideration.

Ed Whiddon told the Council that he lived there many years and moved away. However, his son is moving
into his old house about four or five blocks from this property and they still have a lot of interest in it. He has
been privileged to see a county map on the Rock Quarry thing. If and when it comes in the residential will
not be a pliable use for that land. He does not know when it’s coming but it will come and nobody is going to
want to live there. Mayor Kelley asked if he is talking about the Rock Quarry extension. Mr. Whiddon said
he saw something at the County that he knows will eventually be done.

Ms. Shell advised the Council that a Mexican restaurant is coming in as an out parcel at Publix so that is a
negative effect also for single family. The event facility will be up-scale and offset something like that.
Harriett Bowen addressed the Council and said she is one of the houses on the other side and she would
much rather something like this go in than anymore houses, apartments, condos and town homes. There is
lot worse stuff that can go in and she agrees with Mr. King. The minute the Publix went in they lost everything
anyway so she would really like for he nice neighbors to sell their property and move on because if someone
was offering her money for hers she would move too because it’s already messed up. The event facility is a
great idea because she will be right next to it as long as the Development Agreement and everybody sticks
to their guns and everybody builds what they are suppose to build, she’s all for it.

Mayor Kelley asked for a vote to either approve or deny. Mr. Welch advised the Council that if the motion is
approved make sure that it is conditional upon the Development Agreement being entered into and the
Council approving the Development Agreement after legal staff has drafted the Agreement. Councilman
Gardner pointed out that the Development Agreement should include provisions for serving alcohol, etc.

Councilman Evans pointed out that Henry County has twelve (12) recommended conditions on this and
number ten (10) is sidewalks along Old Conyers Road. If this is approved, sidewalks should be added in the
Development Agreement to include sidewalks on Collier Road. Mr. Welch said he could also add this to the
Development Agreement.

Cheri Mathews, Henry County Planning and Zoning, stated that the Chief Planner pre-app’d with the applicant
when this request came in. Based on the information they provided to them regarding an event facility,
wedding, banquets, etc. that is far beyond an O/I (Office/Institution) use and far beyond a C-1 (Neighborhood
Commercial) so that is why staff advised them that it would be more appropriate for a C-2 (General
Commercial). That is why they applied for a C-2 (General Commercial). Mr. Welch pointed out that if the
Council approves the C-2 (General Commercial) then the City will need to take out all of the things everybody
in the neighborhood is not going to like. If you give a C-2 (General Commercial) there is a ton of things that
could go in and once they get the zoning taken away, it’s going to be impossible. If the Council grants C-2
(General Commercial) make it conditioned upon taking out all those items which we would do in the
Development Agreement that they don’t need in order to do what they said they want to here tonight. Mayor
Kelley could this be enforced if they sold at the C-2 (General Commercial) to someone else. Mr. Welch
responded that it could be enforced if it’s in the Development Agreement, recorded of record and the person
who buys it. Of course, you want to make it all conditional upon the sale going through where you don’t have
piece meal zoning. As he understands it, there are three (3) tracks of property involved and all of that would
be conditioned on them selling it too. If all of the sales do not go through you will have a piece meal zoning
and none of it will work. If one person pulls out because the Council would be approving the entire project.
If one person pulls out of it then you don’t have zoning on any of it is the way the Development Agreement
would read.

Cheri Matthews asked if the Development Agreement specify that the three (3) parcels be combined in one
parcel. Mr. Welch responded yes that is the way the Development Agreement would read.
Councilman Moon asked if we have to go in and take out of the C-2 (General Commercial) zoning ordinance
the things we don’t want to be there would it not be better to lower the zoning to a C-1 (Neighborhood
Commercial) or O/I (Office/Institutional) the uses would be limited and add to it with conditional uses. Mr.
Welch responded that he would have to get with staff to see first of all what they are going to do. That would
all have to be written down and staff would have to say can we leave this as O/I (Office/Institutional) and then
can we grant variances in the O/I (Office/Institutional) to allow them to do various things. The staff would say
no then we would be reverting to C-2 (General Commercial) as an example but saying if they waive their right
to use the property for C-2(General Commercial) for these specific purposes like outside storage, etc.

Cheri Matthews said that Henry County Planning and Zoning staff really feels strongly about C-2 (General
Commercial) would be the most appropriate zoning designation for this type of facility so perhaps instead of
saying except for this and this use perhaps state that as a condition that is shall only be used for an event
facility. Mr. Welch said by doing it this way you will accomplish the same thing.

Harold Cochran made a motion to deny; motion died for the lack of a second.

Councilman Moon stated that he is hung up on the zoning. Mr. Welch suggested the Council table this matter
and say all the parties get together and do a Development Agreement and bring it back before the Council
and see if you want to grant it then or deny it. The Council is not bound either way, all you are going to do in
incur expenses without making a decision. Mayor Kelley stated that the Council is in an awkward position
and this is a good idea to get all the parties together and get the Development Agreement drawn up and
bring it back before the Council for an up or down vote.

Ms. Shell said that will be good because Mr. Maness has a contract on another facility and Mr. King has
something else that he is also going to buy. The lender would like to close out ASAP. Mayor told Ms. Shell
she needs to get together with Planning and Zoning and A. J. Welch to get a Development Agreement
between all parties and notify the City Clerk and we could call a Special Meeting. Mr. Welch advised Ms.
Shell to call him tomorrow where he could tell them what we need before we can start drawing the document.
Then it will be up to them to get the information to him and he will go to work on it.

Harold Cochran made a motion to table; Fred Evans seconded, and passed unanimously.

STEVE REEVES, STEVE REEVES HOMES, INC., STOCKBRIDE, GA is requesting rezoning from R-2
(Single Family Residential) to R-3 (Single Family Residential) for property located on Old Conyers Road
located in Land Lot 67 of the 12th District, consisting of 7.00 acres. The request is for the development of 18
homes with low density residential land use with a 12,000 minimum lot size. The net density would be 2.57
dwelling units per acre.

Jessica Guinn, Henry County Planning and Zoning, stated that currently there is RA (Residential/Agricultural)
zoning to the north on the opposite side of Old Conyers Road and then to the east and west there is R-2
(Single Family Residential) currently existing and nearby the property to the south there is existing R-3 (Single
Family Residential) development already.

The Future Land Use map designates the property for low density residential land uses. However, the
property is located on a major arterial road and there are water and public sewer service available to the
property to support and R-3 (Single Family Residential) development. Staff has recommended approval of
the request and on October 12, 2006, the Zoning Advisory Board heard the request and also recommended
approval with eighteen (18) conditions.

Mr. Reeves explained that Planning and Zoning recommended part of the homes be 1,600 square feet and
part 1,700 square feet. Mayor Kelley responded that the Council recommends 1,800 to 2,000 square feet.
Mr. Reeves responded that he has no problem with those size houses. Mr. Welch asked Mr. Reeves what
are their plans for the exterior of the houses. Mr. Reeves stated that Planning and Zoning recommended
either stack stone, stucco, or brick. They did discuss putting cedar shaves, or other material over the porches
because the new county code doe not allow brick over gables or porch. Doug Gilbert verified that the new
County Code that any house that has a front porch that they cannot put brick over that. The plan to build a
good subdivision and Mrs. Perry has forty-seven (47) acres and she is only selling seven (7) acres.

Mr. Welch pointed out that he cannot have brick, stone and stucco and have one side hardiboard. He has to
have all four (4) sides either one or a combination of those three. Above that you want be able to put in
hardiboard or cedar shakes. Really what you are talking about is the eves and above the porch. He can
change the conditions to meet those requirements. If the Council want to approve it on that basis. Mr. Welch
asked Mr. Reeves if he has any questions regarding the eighteen (18) conditions. Mayor Kelley pointed out
that the City has gotten into situations in the past by not saying exactly what we mean. So we have houses
that ended up with three side brick and the back side with hardiboard. In other words when we say seventy-
five (75%) percent brick and other it means it will be all brick with gables being filled-in with stone and stucco.

Mr. Reeves said one of the other conditions is planting trees behind the houses. It is heavily wooded now
and they are planning on leaving a buffer of what is already there. There are some large hardwoods and
rather than taking all those down and coming back and planting something that might not live, they plan on
leaving what’s there. Mr. Welch said that’s fine but the City has been requiring a landscape design and if
you have gaps in what’s there then you have to go in and plant additional trees and show what is left and
make it lives and it has to be a period of two (2) years he has to make sure the buffer is there and growing
and we don’t have a draught. Mayor Kelley stated that he agrees with Mr. Reeves that a buffer is better if
left right.

Mr. Welch said with those understanding and those conditions added, staff recommends approval with those
conditions announced and he will prepare a list of conditions and make sure everyone is agreeable to them.

Councilman Evans asked what type of recreation area he is planning to install. Mr. Reeves advised that
there will be a homeowners association and will just have a walking trail in the back of the development.
Planning and Zoning staff recommended they go back and buy another half acre on the back of the homes
so they can have a natural walking trail.

W. A. Gardner made a motion to approve the request with the conditions agreed; Leila Turner seconded, and
passed unanimously.

WALDEN/COLLINS HOUSE – Ted Strickland gave the Council the property assessment for 103 Ward Street
prepared for the City by Jim Vann, JTV General Contractor, Inc. The assessment is as follows:

Jim Vann was asked to inspect and give a report on the two story wood framed structure with a variety of
wood siding styles, a tin roof, and brick masonry fireplaces. He reported he could not find any records listing
an accurate age of the structure; however, an approximate age from our visual inspection is in excess of 60
years old. The house has undergone substantial attempts at modernization during the period of time the
structure was occupied.
Proposed Use:
Historic museum open for public tours. The building will have to be upgraded to current building and
accessibility codes.
Structural and Architectural Observations:
The current state of this home is unsafe for entry. He found severe damage to the structure from water
intrusion, termite damage, and pest infestation, improper structural modifications made to the home from
previous occupants, and a general lack of maintenance for decades. Dozens of water intrusions have leaked
inside the home for years leading to a number of harmful classifications of mold in nearly every room in the
home. Singularly, any one of these items would be serious; collectively the structure is a hazard.
He found the home has had the majority of its valuable and historic assets damaged beyond repair. The
home has also undergone renovations which do not reflect the historic nature of the property. The renovation
attempts have been very poorly constructed and a number of these renovations have been abandoned mid-
way through construction.
Due to the conditions that were observed in every aspect of the structure and foundations, he recommends
the building be properly shored and stripped of all interior and exterior finishes including removal of all drywall,
wood, paneling, lath & plaster walls, exterior skin, flooring, sub-flooring as well as the entire roof to expose
the structure and foundations in order to get a complete and comprehensive list of the damage to the house.
To properly return this home to its true glory all the salvageable finishes would have to be removed and
stored in order to be used later for reference. Once the structure has been shored stripped, repairs to the
foundations and structural frame will need to begin.
Foundations:
The foundations on the structure were found to be crumpling and pulling apart in various areas around the
perimeter of the house. The interior foundations and piers consist of chunks of granite resting directly on the
ground with no concrete pad footings supporting them. The floor framing is severely out of level from
foundation and framing failures, Attempts at repairs could be seen throughout the interior crawl space as well
as around the perimeter of the building. Band aid patches to the perimeter foundation walls were also visible.
None of the foundations observed appear capable of supporting either the structure or the intended live load
requirements of a public building. We were unable to verify the condition of the foundations supporting the
numerous fireplaces. From our observations of these chimneys, they appear to have severe structural
problems as well. All the fireplaces were sealed off with concrete from the inside of the house so inspection
of them was not possible at this time. Foundation and framing failures have created settling problems
throughout the entire structure. Floors on both levels are so far out of level some doors were inoperable. It
was noted that all the interior lath and plaster walls have been covered over due to failure of the plaster. The
interior walls have been covered with drywall, wood sheeting or similar surfaces devaluing the historical
assets of the property. Various areas of walls were found failing from water intrusion or simply buckling from
the weight of crumbling plaster behind the walls. Plaster cracks and total failures are largely from framing
settling issues directly related to inadequate building foundations.
Framing and Exterior Skin:
Overall, the framing of the structure was observed to be in critical condition. Structural floor joists were found
cut where a makeshift earth basement was dug under the house. A foundation and concrete or block wall
should be installed if the basement is to remain. When it rains, water flows from the exterior through the crawl
space and collects in the earth formed basement. Water stains show were the rain water collects in this pit
until it percolates into the ground. Estimated water levels of 24” deep in the basement are visible and appear
frequent. Large amounts of mold were noted under the crawl space. This pit is also the location of the HVAC
unit which draws in moist and mold contaminated air and spreads it throughout all the ductwork and the
house. Please note the main stair stringers land in the area where the joists have been cut and no support
has been provided. As a result, the main staircase has shifted and the floor has sunk in the entry way from
this alteration. This leaves the only access to the second floor in a very dangerous condition. Termite damage
was visible around the chimney and front porch. The front porch is completely unsalvageable and in
immediate danger of collapse. The floor joist and decking has failed, the columns are rotten and have shifted
with the failed foundations, and temporary braces have been installed to hold up the porch roof structure.
The roof structure has dozens of large holes and is covered in black mold. The exterior wall sheeting has
been removed from an entire side of the building leaving the framing exposed to the weather. More mold,
tennite infested and rotten wood was visible. The majority of the exterior paint has curled and fallen off the
house. The general condition of the facia and soffits are also damaged beyond repair. The roof structure in
the attic was found to have no insulation, dozens of roof leaks that have damaged the rafters and a general
design inadequate to support a new roof system. It will not comply with current code requirements.
Interior Finishes:
The interior finishes of this home have been largely destroyed with the exception of 3 rooms. The moldings
in a large number of rooms have been destroyed or are missing. The windows throughout are unsalvageable
as they have gone without paint or maintenance for decades. The few original doors that remain are valuable
and historical; however, the majority of the original hardware is missing. The few damaged pieces left behind
show the high quality and beauty that once existed. In the kitchen the original cabinets have been replaced
and the stove has been removed. The house has 3 restrooms. One restroom has been redone with replica
fixtures and was probably the only original restroom in the home. The two other restrooms have been added
to the house and have little or no historical value. None of the restrooms meet the current handicap code
requirements. The hallway on the second floor has been stripped down to the studs and a renovation project
was started but never finished. The trim was destroyed and raw drywall or framing is exposed. All the fireplace
mantles appear to have been replaced including the tile work thus destroying the historic value. The three
rooms that still appear to be original trim work are the two bedrooms on the second floor and the den off the
kitchen and are in good condition. The remaining rooms on the first floor have had the original moldings,
fireplaces, and ceilings renovated in a 1970’s rough sawn cedar look that detracts from the historic feel on
the property.
Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning and Electrical:
The plumbing in the house has been largely replaced with copper water lines and PVC sewer lines above
grade in the accessible areas. Some original plumbing remains. None of the plumbing, HVAC systems or
electrical systems could be checked as neither water or electrical power is turned on to the home. None of
the water lines observed are insulated and are run in the crawl space leaving them vulnerable to freezing
temperatures. The home has a few window air conditioning units and one central unit located in the make
shift basement. This unit has been exposed to mold and moisture for an extended period of time and is a
health hazard. The original electrical system is cloth wrapped wiring that has numerous exposed areas that
are charred from small electrical fires. Exposed plastic coated wiring has been run in a number of areas and
is unsafe. The electrical system is not run in accordance with current building codes and poses an extreme
fire hazard. Power should not be turned on to this house in its current condition. Numerous bare wires are
exposed and are very dangerous.
The structure is currently locked and boarded up and has “No Trespassing” signs clearly posted
Conclusions and Recommendations:
Their estimated cost to shore the existing building, strip the entire structure back down to the original wood
frame, remove all the electrical system, HVAC systems, plumbing system as required, engineer and repair
the foundations and structural frame, repair the chimneys, install a new tin roof and repair and re the roof
structure, install all new interior and exterior finishes including interior plaster walls, custom turn molding to
match the existing trim and columns, install handicap access to all floors of the structure, handicap restrooms,
install new plumbing HVAC, and electrical systems to its original period architecture but up to current code,
install a new parking lot with handicap parking and storm water systems.
Total Estimated Cost $1,985,000
Cost per Square Foot +/ $522/SF
After careful review and examination of the subject property, it is their opinion that this property is very
hazardous in its current condition and it is subject to collapse. The historic value of this property has been
destroyed by its previous occupants. The property has been stripped of virtually all the historic assets with
few exceptions. The lack of maintenance for decades has the structure in such a state of disrepair that the
costs to return the structure to its original glory are prohibitive. It must be noted that if this structure were to
be refurbished it must meet all current codes including accessibility codes to all floors of the building. Also,
the moisture damage and mold present throughout the entire structure are an extreme health hazard.
With an estimated cost of almost $2,000,000 to repair this structure, we would not recommend trying to
salvage this structure, This building is a danger to the public and we would recommend tearing it down at
your earliest convenience as is a potential liability to the City of Stockbridge.
In realizing the ultimate goal of the city is to provide a museum for the citizens of Stockbridge, we would
recommend an entirely new structure that could be built much more economical with materials that would
require less maintenance and would be more energy efficient yet still could reflect the history of Stockbridge.
A replica of the old Southern Railroad train station would be fitting on this site as it is situated right next to
the tracks. The cost to build this type building would be significantly less at approximately $150/SF depending
upon the size of the building. Operating costs and maintenance costs of a new building would also be
substantially less than an old, refurbished wooden structure.
Mayor Kelley stated that the Council needs to decide whether to restore the building or have it removed.
Fred Evans made a motion to have the Walden/Collins house removed; Harold Cochran seconded, and
passed unanimously.
Ted Strickland reminded the Council that the Council instructed him to get companies to give bids if they
decided to take the house down. He contacted Tom Watson with the Environmental Specialists and they
have removed the asbestos and all the problems dealing with the asbestos for Environmental Protection
Division (EPD). Mayor Kelley asked if this has already been done and Mr. Strickland reported that it has
been done and had to be done if we restored or took down the building.
S & B Roll-off $17,500
Locust Grove, Georgia

Reliable Demolition Construction $23,500
Stone Mountain, Georgia

Callaway Grading $30,000
Hampton, Georgia

Mr. Strickland explained that the bids include taking the house down, removing all materials, rough grading
and grassing and permits.
Fred Evans made a motion to approve low bid from S & B Roll-off of $17,500; Harold Cochran seconded,
and passed unanimously.
ORDINANCE TO APPROVE 2007 MEETING DATES – A. J. Welch prepared an ordinance setting the City
of Stockbridge regular Council Meeting dates the second Monday of each month at 6:00 P.M.
Notice to be sent to newspaper publishing these dates.

Harold Cochran made a motion to approve; Steve Moon seconded, and passed unanimously.

TRAFFIC REGULATIONS ORDINANCE – A. J. Welch advised the Council that this ordinance defines
commercial vehicles and heavy vehicles and limit their ability to use residential streets. It is a traffic control
measure and recommends approval.

Harold Cochran made a motion to approve; Steve Moon seconded, and passed unanimously.

PARKING REGULATIONS ORDINANCE – A. J. Welch advised the Council that this ordinance regulates
tractor trailer parking in commercial districts only and is being used by several other cities in the immediate
area and it really updates the City’s ordinance and recommends approval.

Mayor Kelley asked if this regulates parking lots like Wal-Mart, and other similar parking lots. Mr.Welch
responded that it has to be a designated facility approved by the Mayor and Council for that sole purpose.

Fred Evans made a motion to approve; Harold Cochran seconded, and passed unanimously.

LICENSE AND OCCUPATIONAL TAX FEES – A. J. Welch stated that there has been some recent cases
from the Supreme Court that specify how the City can charge fees concerning professional people who would
be obtaining a license from the City. In essence, they have to make an election by the last Friday of the
calendar month in December as how they wish to be charged for this license, either by paying a flat fee or
by paying a percentage based upon their income from the previous year and this ordinance is in compliance
with the Supreme Court rulings.

There are two ordinances, one is amending Chapter 3.16 to create a new Article VI entitled “Lawyers or
Attorneys Engaged in the Practice of Law” and recommend approval of this ordinance first.
Steve Moon made a motion to approve the “Lawyers or Attorneys Engaged in the Practice of Law” Ordinance;
Leila Turner seconded, and passed unanimously.

The second ordinance is amending Chapter 9.01 which provides of “Administrative Fees, Regulatory Fees,
and Occupation Taxes” and recommends approval.

Fred Evans made a motion to approve the “Administrative Fees, Regulatory Fees, and Occupation Taxes”;
Steve Moon seconded, and passed unanimously.

PROBATION ADVISORY BOARD – CERTIFIED PROBATION OFFICER RESOLUTION – A.J.Welch stated
that this resolution authorizes the Mayor and Clerk to enter into the contract which is attached as part of the
resolution and recommends approval to authorize the Mayor and Clerk to sign to put in full force and effect.

Fred Evans made a motion to approve; Leila Turner seconded, and passed unanimously.

FRANCHISE FEES RESOLUTION – This resolution deals with the opposition to the Association of County
Commissioners municipal franchise document that has been submitted. This is coming from the Georgia
Municipal Association, and the resolution has been prepared and recommends adoption. It will be sent into
Georgia Municipal Association for them to use in the upcoming legislative process.

Fred Evans made a motion to approve; Steve Moon seconded, and passed unanimously.

URBAN REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY RESOLUTION – This resolution is to authorize the issuance of Urban
Redevelopment Agency bonds. They are revenue bonds series 2006A in the amount of $4,795,000; series
2006B in the amount of $3,555,000; series 2006C in the amount of $5,000,000; and series 2006D in the
amount of $9,630,000. The Urban Redevelopment Agency has approved the issuance of these bonds.
These will be used for all of the improvements including the City Hall and the infrastructure the City plans to
do. Recommendation is that the Council approve the resolution and authorize the Mayor and Clerk to sign
and anticipate having pre-closing of all the bonds next Tuesday and Wednesday with deliverance on
Thursday. No interest will be paid on any of the money until it is drawn down. Gordon Morton has negotiated
all of the financial interests on behalf of the City and he has assured the Agency and the Council that he has
gotten the best deal possible on the present market. Earl Taylor is handling the bond issuance. The bank’s
counsel has also gone through these matters and they all recommend the Council approve and authorize the
Mayor and Clerk to sign and send the executed documents where they can finish up the documentation. The
City can go through pre-closing next week and get it finalized.
Fred Evans made a motion to approve the resolution and authorize the Mayor and Clerk to sign documents
on behalf of the City; Steve Moon seconded, and passed unanimously.

MIGNON ALLEN, PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT PROJECT MANAGER, requested she be allowed to make a
short presentation of the Joint Henry County/Cities Transportation Plan public outreach campaign.

Mignon Allen stated that she is President of Dovetail Consulting that is responsible for the development and
implementation of the public involvement program for the Joint Henry County/Cities Transportation Plan. The
public involvement program has four goals.

First it began with the development of the plan which is in the Council’s information packet. The purpose of
that document it was a Federal document as part of the plan to receive Federal funds and they need to clearly
define the purpose, procedures and actions for initiating a dialogue of public transportation issues. The goals
were for public awareness and education and to let people know there is an opportunity for input.

Goal two was to provide people with several meaningful opportunities to provide them with feedback in the
planning process. They also want to maintain timely feedback and opportunities to reach out to public,
government, businesses and other people in the process.

The fourth goal was to make sure to identify and involve those who are traditionally not involved in the
planning process such as minority, low income, elderly and disability communities. They developed several
strategies from this program. These strategies yielded a successful result for awareness and education and
public input participation.

RUI C. DINA, SR., 1100 WHITE PETAL LANE, McDONOUGH, GA. requests the City Council consider
amending the Home Occupation list to include home improvement and repair companies. Failed to appear.

Harold Cochran made a motion to deny; Fred Evans seconded, passed unanimously.

BHAVIN PATEL, 444 HEATHCLIFF COURT, McDONOUGH, GA. is requesting a license to open a liquor
store in the City. Mr. Patel failed to appear. Mayor Kelley stated that this program was setup for three (3)
liquor stores and we have three and when the population reaches 15,000 at the discretion of the Council
another store could be granted a license. Mayor Kelley recommended denying this request.

Harold Cochran made a motion to deny the request; Steve Moon seconded, and passed unanimously.

GECKO GRILLE, 1530 HUDSON BRIDGE ROAD, D. J. GEZZO, ALAN M. HAMEL AND CURSEY J.
GORDON, OWNERS requested an alcohol license to sell beer and wine at this location. They have met all
the requirements of the ordinance but are waiting for their food service score and Certificate of Occupancy.
They understand this license will not be issue until all paperwork has been received.

Harold Cochran made a motion to approve license; Leila Turner seconded, and passed unanimously.

BIDS:

TRACTOR (Model M563-4)

Central Georgia Equipment Co $23,460.00
Attn : Robert Jump
218 Highway 49 South
Byron, GA 31008
78-956-3833

Outdoor Power Equipment Inc. $23,500.00
395 Industrial Blvd.
McDonough, GA 30253
770-957-3370

G&M Enterprise $24,000.00
109 Westgate Plaza
PO Box 345
Barnesville, GA 30204
770-358-3572

Redstone Equipment Inc. No response
Attn: Benjamin J. Land
8352 Jefferson Rd.
Athens, GA 30607

Fred Evans made a motion to purchase tractor from Outdoor Power Equipment, Inc. for service purposes;
Steve Moon seconded, and passed unanimously.

Councilman Cochran informed the Council that Ray McDonald requested the Council pass an ordinance to
stop residents from cutting grass and blowing leaves on Sunday.

Mayor and Council advised Mr. McDonald that this could not feasible.

Councilman Evans said he noticed a lot of peddlers setting up in local parking lots and this is unfair for local
business owners who pay taxes, overhead, employees, etc. He would like to have Code Enforcement check
this out and have them removed from the City. Ted Strickland advised that the only permits the City issues
if for the sale of Christmas Trees and fruit. Mr. Strickland was instructed to have Code Enforcement check
for permit on all other peddlers.

EXECUTIVE SESSION:

To discuss pending or potential litigation, acquisition of real estate and personnel matters.

Harold Cochran made a motion to adjourn the Regular Meeting; Fred Evans seconded, and passed
unanimously.
W. A. Gardner made a motion to go into Executive Session; Steve Moon seconded, and passed unanimously.

Harold Cochran made a motion to adjourn Executive Session; Leila Turner seconded, passed unanimously.

Harold Cochran made a motion to reconvene Regular Session; Fred Evans seconded, and passed
unanimously.

Harold Cochran made a motion to adjourn Regular Session, Fred Evans seconded, and passed unanimously.
Meeting adjourned at 8:05 P. M.

Respectfully submitted,

Merle Manders, CMC R. G. Kelley
City Clerk Mayor
