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StOCkbridge
CITY COUNClL WORK SESSION MEETING
SUMMAR MlNUTES
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 18r 2025 6:00 PM.

Mission: To provide visionary leadership and superior municipal services ihat enhance the
quality of life for citizens while creating a welcoming business atmosphere focused on
sustainability and expansion of tourism and cultural events.

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REVIEW OF THE MINUTES
1. Review of the November 10, 2025 Council Meeting Minutes
No Action Taken

PRESENTATION
2. Henry Helps Mobile Wellness Unit.
Presented by: Kevin Johnson, Deputy County Manager and Amanda Reeves,
Director of Community Resources
Ms. Reeves cited the Mission Statement of the Henry County Community
Resource Division; noted the Division was established as a public facing
Community Resource Center where constituents can connect with vital resources
necessary to maintain a healthy and stable life for themselves and their families;
Development of the Henry Helbs App, a repository for connecting constituents
with available local agencies for assistance with a variety of needs. Available in
the Apple store and coming soon to Google P'ay; noted the Creation of a
Community Pantry where families in need can receive free food and personal
care items; and noted the Incention of Mobile Wellness Unit: A mobile medical

trailer free primary medical care throughout Henry County, in
underserved areas of every municipality, and in collaboration with Hands of '-lope
Clinic and Henry Hospital and will have the mobile unit in needed area
every Friday.

Ms. Reeves gave an Overview of Sen/ices Connecting residents in need with
vital resources, to include:
Emergency Shelter Affordable Housing Foot: and Personal Care items

Utiiity Deposit Assistance Mortgage/Rental Payment Assistance

Credit and Financial Counseling Workforce Readiness Eldercare

Chi.d well-being Veteran Services Behaviorai Health Services

Crisis Intervention -
Astute Guidance -
Charitacle Healthcare

Ms. Reeves referenced the Mobile Wellness Unit termed Wheels into
Wellness", noting the Custom-built trailer includes two medical operatcries, a
registration and waiting area, and a sma I kitchen; noted Mobile clinics are
planned across the courty on a Meerdy basis, with attention given to
areas with th east sense to heazthca'e. The Mobile Wellness Unit will be onsite
at eat:h location once every month and noted the tear. will provide
lpreventive screenings, frrmunizations, ary care, chror, 3 disease
management, to tree spa-sialty care, health education, and enrollment in
assista ca srogra'ts, on site. We also ccnnect residents to ongoing
care and community .esources, turning brief encounters into long-term we'lness
connections.

Ms. Reeves noted the Piedmonth Henry Hospital graciously provides all lab work
and diagnostics; and Hands of Hope Clinic staffs the Mobile Wellness Unit with
icensed medical providers, administrative staff, and volunteers from their clinic,
and providing ongoing referra!s and care.

Ms. Reeves noted how everyone can help by including the
Community Resource Division in your annual budget, become a sponsor, invite
the mobile unit to your events, volunteer to serve when the mobile unit is in your
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city, work collaboratively seeking locations within your city for the mobile unit;
and attend fundraising events.

Councilmember Alexander asked what the annual budget was.
Ms. Reeves noted they are in their 22"d month, and the cunent budget is
300,000.

Councilmember Alexander asked if immediate funding is available or rental
assistance.

Ms. Reeves's response was no; however, the Community Development
Department may have some funding available, and they try to stay away from the
General Fund Budget.

Ms. Reeves references meetings held by a variety of agencies that
takes place monthly at 526 Industrial Blvd. in McDonough, where the
ccrversation centers around the need; and that another group of non-
agencies meets are her every other month as well.

Ms. Reeves stated .at she notices there are several food drives happening in
silos, and that it would be best if everyone wme together and worked
co'iatzoratively (o be able to distribute a more robust box of foo-d; anc noted her
Divisicn is independent of Connecting Henry and is not however, is
associated and sends referrals to their

Mayor Ford asked Ms. Reeves to send sponsorship information to the City Clerk.

Councilmember Berry asked about services for the unhoused.

Ms. Reeves noted the County provides emergency sheltering services, paying for
hotel says, and has a orcgram in place where they are in contact with the police
department of each of the municipalities regarding the sheltering services.

Councilmember Barber thanked Ms. Reeves for the work that she is doing and
asked for a may and sci-eerie.

Ms. Reeves noted the mac and schedule are being will be poster: to the
website, and social media clarforms.

Mayor Pro Tem Gantt asked what some of the biggest challenges are.

Ms. Reeves noted there has been an increase in population of the unhoused,
and looking for a permanent solution, and the other cha!!enge is

Mayor Pro Tern Gantt asked where volunteers can ne-p.

Ms. Reeves noted she wil: send a flyer, and noted the informaiion is posted on
social media pages.

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Mayor Pro Tem Gantt referenced a mixer that she previously hosted
and included the faith-based community.

Councilmember Alexander noted the city could make the Amphitheater available
for diszributions with the proper p.an.

CONSENT AGENDA
3. A. Council Consideration to approve the 2026 Meeting Schedules for the City Council,
Municipal Court, Main Street, Planning Commission, Community Zoning & Information
Meeting. Downtown Development Authority, Citywide Development Authority, Ethics
Board, Urban Redevelopment Agency, Public Facilities Authority, Youth Council, Youth
Council Advisory Committee, and Stockbridge Police Advisory Council, 2026 Agenda
Timeline and 2026 "loliday Calendar.

3. Council Consideration to approve an amendment to the Stockbridge Youth
Courcil Bylaws.

:lcticr to approve Consent Agenda was made my Mayer 3r0 Tern
seccrded by Councifmember The motion passed unanimously

PUBLIC HEARING Mayor Fcrd Read the Public Rules
4. SECOND READ'NG -

|imposed FV2026 Operating EudgetICapital
improvements Plan.
Fresentec by: Shawn Edmondson, City Manager & =rank Milazi, Treasurer/CFO
Vr. Ecmandson refenced 221(5) of the Charter and read portions of the
required Budget Memo referencing the Proposed FY2326 Budget.

'x/Ir. Milazi gave an overview of the proposed FY26 Budget noting the General
Fund Operating Budget of $34,765,690 to be baianoed with Revenues and
Expenses, and. noted the buoget as presented represents an of

$5,529,379 over last year's budget, and a tota' proposed FY2026 Budget

of all funds of $73,302.280 inc!udlng General Fund.

Mr. VILazE aresented a Summary of Revenues for l=Y noting the Z:terest of
$450,535 Is trerding to be and Zike.y increase.

Ni: presented a comparison of Genera? :l Revenues for FY2022 of

$15357, FYZGZS of $24,882,563, FY2024 cf$26,714,636 and, and FY2025 of
$29,239.14.

iV'"azi oresented a comparison of General Fwd Expenses for FY2624 of
$26."1 FY2325 (Adopzed), and FY2226 of $34,768,690
(Proposed), noting increases i: pe'sznnel and

Barber noted there is a noticeab-e reduction 2c the expenses of
the Confereme Gertie:

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Mr. Milazi noted the salaries were erroneously placed in the Conference Center

budget and have been properly moved to the Events Department.

Mayor Pro Tern Gantt asked Mr. Milazi to confirm that no new personnel has
been added to the Governing Body's department budget.

Mr. Milazi that no new personnel has been added.

Mr. Milazi reviewed the Mayor & Council Project Priorities List:
Community Center
Project
Downtown Development,

Waytinding
City Municipal Builoings.

Mr. Milazi referenced 2026 Budget Highlights:
0 Road and Sidewafk Improvements to continue LMIGISPLCST VI. noting
there may be adc cnal grant funding to come in.
Public Safety E haricernent
No increase 'r Property Tax Millage Rate 3.77 mills since 2023

Community Development fee proposal to oe submitted.
3% COLA for all City Employees
Public Works new facility under construction
Water receivables write off higher due to meters malfunction.

Cemetery improvements
Credit Card payment fees to be reimplerftented.

Pay off GEFA Loan of $800,008 as a savings to the city, noting the Water
Department Fund does not have enough money to pay the loan and
transfers the General Fund were being made, and that it is best to

pay it off and save money.

Mayor Ford asked Mr. Milazi if the water meters in the city are being replaced.
Mr. Milazi yes, the watesr meters are being replaced.

Councilmember Alexander 'eferenceo the city's Project Driority List, noting $11
million dollars has been allocateo in SPLOST V3 and $14 Million dollars has been
bonded for the $30+ miilion-doilar facility; and funding for Rock Quarry R:.. am
Foundation "ran :scents; and fur-cling alccated for the Aileyway
Project, owr. Dave cement; and an update on the

Proie-.. noting the city limit signs were a priority.

Mr. Edmondson noted is meeting with the sign company DeNyse, and the

project is at the end cf Phase I; noted Phase r! is the largest portion of the project
with a big portion of the stage! for the project being funded by ARPA; and noted
the ARPA balance is $1.1 million doilars, noting a meeting needs
to be scheduled with the vendor.

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Counciimember Alexander asked for an update of the Tye Street Curb & Gutter

project.

'Vir. Edmondson noted that the problem is being able to identify who should take
the lead on the projects, noting that funding has been approved, and advised the
Council that a Management Analyst wi!l be joining the staff and will take the lead
on the city's projects.
Councilmember Alexander referenced the Brusn Creek Trail project, noting funds
have been allocated in partnership with the aA'E'l-l Foundation, and requested a
timeline; and referenced the bonding allocated the Cultural Arts Center, and
assed how the city oouid shift the funds to the Recreation Center.

Attorney Washington stated he would need to confer with the Financial
Advisor, Ed Wal', to review the bond documents, and advise, noting the city's
aoproval of the Soecial Services District.

Mr. Edmondson noted he has met with TSW and reviewed the rendering.

Councilmember Barber :hanxed Mr. Viiazi the Budget presentation, noting
that re presenter, ard that this is the City Manager's budget; and noted the
"the record: DL... 9 :he tst Reading of the Proposed FY2026 Budget.
ed a series of questions to the Governing Body, City Manager, City
T'eas-.'er, City Clerk and City Attorney regarding a number of Genera: Ledger
Line lterns, and also cited the City's Charter Section 3.04.360 that requires job

descriptiors, the Day and Resort and Organizational Chart to be
attached.

Councilmember Barber noted that yesterday afternoon, oniy partial responses
were submitted to her, and noted the following:
There was no response to the request for the .ist items surplused in 2025 and
the revenue received "or sale of those items.
There was no 'esocnse to the request for .he Ma'xeting man for the MMCC to
increase revenue.
was no resxnse to the request forBLilding & Maintenance Plan.
"nere was no respcnse to the request for :r-e Sponsorship Plan to offset paid
Concerts and exrer-ses.
was no response to :herequest for an of the Assistant
WC'kS Director or Engineering Services to reduce costs.

HUMAN RESOURCES
As in the Charter Section 3.04.060 a.| new oositions require a Job
Desc on. Org Cnart and Day and C'assifcaticn. r3tease submit job
aes. -ticns AL'. new positions, a fu'l and complete Organizational Chart and

Pay are Resort the city for 2226.
There was no response to :he request for the fist of ALL 2626 salaries for
current, new. and positions.

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EVENTS
There was nc response to the request to explain why the Events Department
staff salaries have more than doubled from $293,207.00 to $667,758.00.

PLANNING & ZONENG
The Council was advised that the UDC update would take place in 2026, not
2025. Therefore, the $400,30C.00 budgeted in 2025 could/should have been
allocated towards Co:nci| District 4 Master Plan/Studies as I requested.

PERMITTING
General Ledger Line-stern No. 100-72200-523850 (Personnel Services) has
$14 2,000.00 budgeted for 2026. The response submitted was that the funds
would be used to purcnase first aid kits, and pay for nspections
for buiieings throughout the city and suggested the account coding needs to be
corrected.

PUBLIC WORKS
Additicrzl positions were reouested and approved for 2025, maxing the
depaime'it fuiy staffed. Services Line-item No. 100-4220062355 for
2025 Y*D is less than $20,380.00 and yet $1 00,600.00 has been buogeted "or
2026. Please exp ain.

Our Ciry has multieie contracts for engineering services, as we talked about
engineers and enginee'ing services great lengths during the Budget Retreat
regarding whether or not the city hires an Assistant PW Director with an

engineering degree, and Mr. Aarcn confirmed that we have engineering mntracts
for Public Works and the Community Development Department uses an
engineering as well.

What '5 the status of ninng the Assistant IDW Director as discussed during '1 .6

Budget Retreat to help offset the Professional and Engineedng Services that are
budgeted throughout Works, Water, Sewer, Stormwater and Sanitation
Denartmert budgets?

SEWER
Gerera. Ledger Line-Item ixc. for Ga Power was

$179,330.90 .n 2025 YTD. Do we anticipate ncrease of more than

03,000.00 far 2025? FY2525 has budgetec $265,300.00 PLUS $53,533.00
No. 505-4420C-531229.

.ease explain the Crder Fine Gereral Ledger Line-Item No. 505-
4336306734 35.
'iAercz'iant Credit Card Fees-per Mr. Milazi, the city will no longer absorb the
credit card fees, and we she: not beget $40,000.00 in General Ledger L:'Ie'

.tem No. 505-433330-523922 cr $35,20C30 :1 General Ledger Line-item V0.
505-44200-523902 or $7,020.00 n Generai Ledger No.
523902.

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Please explain TRANS. WIS SAN. General Ledger Line-Item No. 505-44200-
61151, $0.00 was billed in 2024 or 2025. However, $100,000.00 has been
budgeted for 2026. Please explain.

SANiTATlON
The City outsources Sanitation Services through GFL, and $1.7 million dollars
has been budgeted for 2026, and asked why is there a budget for $15,000.00 for

postage when Sanitation is billed on the Henry County Property Tax Statement.
General Ledger Line-Item No. Piease explain.
Please explain General Ledger Line-item No. SWMP COST
JT. Li<3 AND CITY, and noted in 2025, the approved budget was $1 ,09600 and
$45,000.00 has been budgeted for 2026.
General Ledger Line-Item No. for Depreciation for 2025 was

$0.00 and $25,000.00 is budgeted for 2026. Please explain.

AMFHiTHEATER
Tnere is no fuming or revenue forthe Amphitheater for 2026 ir. the budget that
was presented to the Mayor & City Council. Has the"e beer: adveflisf'ig for a
Venue Management Company who wiil be 100% responsible for all aspects of
the Arrpnftfteater to include, Talent, Services and other Expenses and relieving
the City's budget, staff, and other resources?

MERLE MANDER CONFERENCE CENTER
General Ledger Line-item No. Miscellaneous has budgeted

$0.00 in 2024 and 2025 and $64,000.00 has been budgeted fcr 2026. Please
explain.

CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN
P!ease update the spreadsheet to where it is legibielreada'ole.
The City Council approved several vehicles to be purchased in 2025 for PD
and Puoli: Works Lsing SDLOST, and we just approved roof
repairs, etc. However, the Capital Report attached to the 2025 Bugget shows the
scurce as General Fund for pu'chases in the 5-year pian, and for an

upaated 5-yr (20263331) Capital Improvement Plar be inc'uded in Elie budget.

TAKE HOME \IEHCLE PCL:CY AND FUEL USAGE 2025
Please provide a :cpy of the approved Vehicle Take-Home Policy, and a
'Esthg vehicles by and by position and the 2025
Fuel Jsage by Department.
- Please also revise the total fuel usage by department for 2324 for comparison
to FV2025, and the estimateo asage for FY2026.

S'S
There is one position on the ORG Chart that was submitieo by Community

Deve'opment. $8,633.00 has been budgeted for unifor'ns. | arn sure that lnis is
an error 3rd just needs to be corrected.
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POUCE
General Ledger No. 100-32100-523940 spent less than $1,000.00 on

postage for 2025. However, there is $17,500.00 budgeted for 2026. There was
no explanation submitted.

AMPHiTHEATER
Councilmember Barber noted this is the 2nd Reading of the Proposed 2026
Budget and the Amphitheater Budget of Revenues and Expenses remains at
$0.00.

Councilmember Barber noted there is a Manager Position
with no salary referenced and the duties for the General Manager Position were
read in its as follows:

Responsible for the overall leadership. management, and operation of the
Amphitheater. position oversees event execution, venue operations,
aertormance, staff management, vendor relations, customer experience,
and safety compliance. The General Manager ensures that all concerts, festivals,

cc. .rnmity events, and private rentals are delivered at the highest level of

quality, professionalism, and
Venue Operations & Event Management
Oversee aii Amphitheater event operations, including production, crowd
management, hospitality, vendor services, concessions, and client relations.
Serves as the primary liaison touring managers, booking agents, promoters.
artists, and production crews.
Develop and enforce venue policies, SCPs, and operational standards.
- Review and approve event run sheets, technical riders, hospitality riders. and

production requirements.
Coordinate with City/County Departments (Police, Fire, EMS, Public Works,
Communications) for event safety, logistics, and pians.
H're, schedule, supervise, and evaluate Amphitheater staff, including ushers,
stage crew, security, operations. and custodial support.
Cversee vendor contracts for concessions, merchandise, production, and
terrance.
u'e vendor compliance with agreemeris, including ccrnmission structures
and rep-:rting requirements.
Manage Amphitheater budget, including forecasting, revenue projections, and
expense fracking.
Submit P05, invoices, settlements, and reconciliations.
Maximize revenue through ticketing sponsorships, rentals, and
vendor agreements.
'egutar and attendance reports to the City Manager/Council
and Events & Corference Center Erector.
Ensure a positive, safe, and memorable guest experience.
Oversee customer service protocms, ADA guest services, and complaint
resolution.

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Support the mission by incorporating community programs and
accessible entertainment.
Ensure all equipment, systems, trailers, dressing rooms, and backstage areas
are maintained and show ready.
Develop and enforce safety plans, emergency procedures, ADA compliance,
and risk management policies.

Councilmember Barber stated that she absolutely agree with every duty listed-
and should be done so 100% by a 3rd Party Venue Management Company, and
to allow them to take on all of these duties and responsibilities.

Councilmember Barber stated that no budget for the Amphitheater has been

presented to the Mayor & Council and asked: .-iow is this City Council supposed
to legitimately approve an Operating Budget for the City without having a
complete and thorcugh budget for anticipated revenues and expenses? And
stated, we must be fiscally responsible.

Councilmemoer Barber stated that she has repeatedly requested that after three

years and millions of dollars of budget amendments, that we bring in a Venue
Management Company (like a iHeart Radio or LIVE NATION) to run the
Amphitheater 100% and bear all of the associated costs, and the city would
negotiate a flat rate "ee or percentage. Right now, as was clearly pointed out by
our City Treasurer during the budget retreat, the Amphitheater has placed a

strain on the City's department with both resources and manpower, and
asked why would the city continue to place that burden on our

personnel? You have to question why? And stated that she certainly does.

Councilmember Barber stated, we are a municipality, and our main goals and
focus should be on providing services for our residents and businesses in the

city. But every day, ail day, we seem to be focused on concerts and events. And
reiterated Ltilizing a 3rd Party Venue Management such as iHeart, LlVE NATEON
or others, noting there are experts who do that and do it well. Clearly, millions of

dollars .ater, as you can see, we don't.

Counciimember Barber noted the city has another Budget Amendment on the
Agenda tonight where we have to subsidize the Amphitheater, and it's draining
our budget that is funded by taxpayer dollars.

Mr. Wlazi noted the salaries were moved from to Events from the Conference

Center, noting there were two employees working in the Events Department that
were not included in the 2025 budget, and have been actively working.

Mr. Milazi noted there 'as been no surplus sold in 2025.

Mr. Edmondson noted the responses regarding the Amphitheater will be given

during a separate presentation for the Amphitheater, and noted the city will put
out an for a General Manager, who will be an expert in the noted the

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city will have someone in-house who will have oversight over the Amphitheater
General Manager; and noted he is preparing a full of the Amphitheater
and W" present prior to the adoption of the budget.

Mr. Edmondson noted he sought ore-approval from the Council of new positions
as the proper way.

Councilmember Barber noted the proper way was to adhere to the Charter
and to include job descriptions, the Pay and and the
Chart to be attached per Section 3.04.060 for all new positions
that are created.

Mr. Edmondson stated the responses were provided and the documents are
included in the book.

Councilmemoer Barber asked the City Clerk when the responses were submitted
to the Clerk's Office.

Ms. 5-.c-iiday noted the 'esponses that were submitted to her from the City
Manager's were forwarded to the Governing Body.

Mayor Fro "'em Santt stated that she met with Mr. Milazi and Mr. Edmcndscr.
'egarcing the bunget, and that the documents are in the Agenda Books, ard that
it is uni-:ir to criticize staff; and noted she still has additional questions regarding
the Amphitheater.

Alexander noted his aopreciaticn for the work that has been put
in by and that would be ideal to set us a meeting offline to with budget

que . rs; ant. noted everyone needs to remain professional, and setup one-en-
me meetings, respectfully; noted it takes time to do the researcn, and that a 7-
'esponse not reasonable; and noted personnel matters are to be heard
closed doors.

Comoilmerrber Barber stated that krows that Mr. Edmo'dson only do
what he is directed to do, arcs that the dysfunction comes the

Body; members of the Counczl not and should ai'cw staff
to do their jobs without fear of 'epercussions, retaliation, or fear of losing rzheir
'obs.

Counci'member Barber noted that her comments and questions regarding tl-e
aid the budget are for the public, noting :ramhers of the Council

resporded that they know atoat the $32.9 miiiion doliars that were
and the: she beiieves irt accountability, and recognizes that her

asking questions is upsetting peop.e.

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Councilmember Barber stated there is interference from the Governing Body and
referenced two zoning cases that she asked to be deferred. as those items were
being presented during the same time that she was holding a Community Forum
in her district.

Mayor Pro Tem Gantt called for a Point of Order, noting the comment was off
topic.

Sound'member Barber reiterated the inference violations from the Governing

Body and noted all of her mmments and additional questions would be submitted
via email to the Governing Body, the City Manager, City Treasurer, and the City
C'erk.

Publ'c Hearing Opened
There were no speakers in Favor
There were no speakers Opposed.
Pubic Hearing was closed.

Mayor Fwd noted the Final IReading; & Adopt'on is seneauled December 8v
2025 at 6:91) pm.

Councilmerr'z-er Barber asked Mr. Edmondson to cut the Marketing Dian

and Sponsorship Plan in the Agenda Books, noting neither plan has been
provided as was stated.

lMayor Pro Tem Gantt noted her Agenda Book wouid be left available for the
public to View the documents provided.

EXECUTIVE SESSION
Motion to convene Executive Session for Real Estate, Personnel, Litigation and
Cybersecurity was made by Mayor Pro Tern Gantt; seconded by Counc'imember.
Alexander. The motion passed 3-6-1 (Barber

HIE-I30" to adjourn Executive Session ard s-gn ar- with No Action, was
made by :V'aycr Pro Tem Gantt; seconded by Councilmember Alexander. The
motion passed Jnanimausiy 44).

Matien to reconvene the was made by Councilmember Aleander;

secorzee by Mayor Pro Terr. Gartt. The rr-ction passed unanimousty 4-0.

OLD BUSINESS
5. SECOVD READlNG -
Council to approve an amendment to the

Purchasirg and Procuremert Ordinance Section -
Exceptiors.
by: QJintcw Washingtor, City Attoniey
Pro Tem Gantt noted the request for the Ordinance to include three
quotes.

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Asst. Chief Godfrey noted there are four apomved pursuit-ready tire locations in
the United States, and noted the County can buy in bulk due to the number of
vehicles they have. and that Discount Tires offers tires to the city for $12 less,
and comes on site to the facility to install/retmir tires, and noted it takes too long
to obtain three cuotes, and that request is not feasible; and noted the city placed
vehicle maintenance out for bid and received three unfavorable responses;
and noted the city wants to focus on utilizing businesses in the city.

Motion to aoprove was made by Counci'member Alexander; seconded by
Councilmember Berry. The motion passed unanimously 4-0.

NEW BUSINESS
6. Cozrci Consideration to approve the Stockbridge Citizens Police Advisory
Council as amenzeo with 'espect to member terms.
Presented by: Frank Police Chief
Chief Trarrme' noted the no icy has four substantive changes: Extension of
Terms/Term Limits, Requirement new members to attend the Citizens Delice

Academy, New Meeting will be 6:33 p.m., and the Chair will be the meeting
Facilitator.

Councimember A.lexamier stated he is not in favor of the requirement for the
member to attend the Academy and wants the representative to be able to fcrrr
an unbiased opinion; and noted their schedu'es may not allow attendance.

Chief Trarrmer noted that the District representative is the only 'nember who
has not attended the Academy and voted in opposition to the requirement.

Chairman Thomas Smith noted attendance of the Academy gives the

representative a better understanding of the inner workings of the police
department.

Councilmember Barber offered her supoort of the CPAC members attending the

Academy, noting she attended with Chairman Smith in the inaugural class, and
noted attendance 5y each representative shows a level of commitment.

Motion to approve was made by Counciirwember Barber; seconded by
Councilmember berl .
The motion passed 3-1 (Alexander Opposed).

7. FIRST READWG -
Consideration to acprove FY2625 Budget
Amendment Ordinance the amount of $8.8 million dollars.
Presented by: Frank? T"easurer
N". M"az' references =V2025 Budget Amendment of $8.8 miiticn dollars,
not. Q the amendmen. .ove's areas of c'lerspending during the fiscal year 2025;
are noted there will ce a 2nd Budget Amendment after December 31, 2025,

noting the approved Operating Budget was $29,290,311 and $32,112 has been
spent; and rated the city has received more in projected revenues; noted 6.00
was budgeted 5Y2825 ARPA, and $1.9 million has been spent, and noted
there are no new ARFA orcfects, and the meet: is

$8,852,935, and advised the Council that Budget Amendments should be bi-
annual.

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Councilmember Barber stated the City Council is being irresponsible when it
comes to spending for the Amphitheater, and that the city in 2024 overspent by
$32.9 million dollars, and prefers the Budget Amendments to come before the
City Council quarterly, and does not support the budget amendment because it
inctudes the overspending of millions of dollars for the Amphitheater; noted the

city implemented the millage rate that was not to be used to pay for free city
events and the Amphitheater, noting the budget. documents did not include the

Marketing Plan, or the Sponsorship Plan. and that is too much overspending.

Mr. Miiazi noted there were two positions where employees have been working in
the Events department all year that were not funded in 2025 budget, and the

proposed Budget Amendment will add funding to pay salaries those positions;
and Jeiieves bi-annual Budget Amendments would be more feasible.

Courcilmember Barber noted the Governing Eooy is not currentiy receiving the
monthly reports, and at a minimum. the reports should be provided to
the Gcveming Body quarterly.

'Viayor Ford stated the reports should be submitted to all members;

Councilmember Alexander asked what would happen lithe Eudget Amendment
is not approved.

Mr. Milazi nozed the city cannot continue to operate with art-budgeted spending.

Councilmember Alexander stated $32.9 million doilars was never missing.

Mr. Milazi stated the majority of the $32.9 million doilars was never budgeted, nor
was the approved or allocated.

Councilmember Alexander stated the Amphitheater was understated at $2.6
miliicn dollars based on the concerts from 2021 and should have been adjusted

upwards; and noted economic development has spurred development into the
area, where there was no life or development in the downtown area prior to the
Arrphitneater, and that revenue has increased; and referenced a EDA study
where the average home was built in 1966.

Mayor Bro Tern Gantt noted the City Counci: was :naware of the mismanaged
fends; otea the Budget Amendment was for various departments thmughout the

~tater! there has been no criminaf activities, and that with the annexation of
mare residents, the city to service 6,763 more residents and road; and noted
the budget is a madmap, and preters to stay Lnder projections; noted more

people have irto the city since the census; and noted it would be irresponsible
not io vote on the Iuoget Amendment without a reason.

Ccuncilmemoer noted the campaign is over and noted it is the

responsibility 0. Council to move on and take care of the busmess of the city;
"med there was staff who was negligent and did not present items to the Council
for approval, and iacxing forward, everyone needs to move in unity.

No Action Second Reading December 8, 2025
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8. FiRST READING -
Council Consideration to approve an ordinance to amend
Title 3 of the City of Stockbridge Code of Ordinances regarding "Finance"; to
amend Chapter 3.20 thereof entitled "Credit Card Payments"; to provide for
Convenience Fees for certain transactions citywide January 1, 2026.
P'esented by: Frank Milazi, City Treasurer
Mr. Milazi noted the city has been absorbing the credit card fees, and the fees
need to be reinstated.

No Action Second Reading December 8, 2025

9. FIRST READING -
TEXT AMENDMENT CASE #TX-2025-04 FOR FACADE
BUILDING MATERiALS. (Citywide)
Council Consideration of an ordinance to revise Section 4.4.4 of the
Development Code (UDC) to establish updated requirements for building facade
materials for non-residential and mL'ti-family structures. The proposed ordinance
outlines material standards to promote architectural consistency, durability, and
neighborhood compatibility.
Presented by: Ryan Anderson, Community Development Director
Mr. Anderson noted the Text Amendment wiii require 75% Brick/Stone and does
not apply to development in the hopper or master plans.

No Action Second Reading December 8, 2025

10. FIRST READING -
TEXT AMENDMENT CASE FOR TWO-CAR
GARAGES. (Citywide)
Councii Consideration of an ordinance to amend Section 4.4.2(F)(2) of the
Development Code (UDC) to require two-car garages for all single-family
homes, townhomes, and each unit within duplexes. This amendment updates the
architectural standards to promote adequate off-street parking and consistent
residential design.
Presented by: Ryan Anderson, Community Development Director
'Vlr. Anderson noted the Amendment will require two-car garages, which
was previously approved, however, the previous docu'nent incluoed a scriber

error has been corrected in this Text Amendment version.

Action Second Reading; December 8, 2325

11.FiRST READING -
TEXT ANENDMEVT CASE #TX-2025-06 FOR THE
En .
ERTAINMENT D!STR.CT. (Ce; 3: Districts 4 and 5)
Counci. Consideration of ar. :minarce to adopt Title 9, Chapter 200 of the
Muricipal Code of Ordinance for the City of Stockbridge to establish 'egLiations
For Entertainment Districts within the City. The ordinance outlines operational
standards, aicchol perrittirg, smoking establishment requirements, and
enforcement provisions to seppcrt safe and vibrant public spams.
Presented by: Ryan Anderson, Community Development Director, and
'Jneeda Smith-Sellers, Business Services Supervisor
Mr Anderson noted the Text Amendnert is proposing two Entertainment
D riots: Downtown Area and Bridges of Jodeco both at $35,000, for an
additional $10,000.

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Ms. noted City Council Districts 4 and 5 have nightlife, and open
containers with 1602. clear cup requirements and business logo, and is seeking a
third location, perhaps Patrick Henry Parkway/Rock Quarry Rd.
Mr. Anderson noted the third location would be determined based on trends and
population.

Mayor Pro Tern Gantt noted the Citywide Development Authority has mentioned
the idea of an Entertainment District in City Council District 1 along Hwy. 138.

Ccuncilmemcer Alexander suggested removing the limitations on the number of
Entertainment Districts, and to consider the Eagles Landing Pkwy. Area, capping
at 6.

No Action Second Reading December 8, 2025

_\ A) .F RST REA LNG -
TEXT AMENDMENT CASE #TX-2025-07 FCR OUTDOOR
FES'IVAES (C'tywide)
ci' of an ordinance to revise Title 9, Chapter 28, Section 040
c" the ML ,
City of Stockbricge to establish
a. Code of Ordinances for the

updated perm requirements for outdoor festivals and temporary sceciai
events wi e City. The proposed ordinance outlines application procedures,

cubic safety measures, and fee stmctures to ensure responsible event
managerr
Presented by: Ryan Anderson. Community Development Director and
Uneeda Smith-Seders. Business Services Supervisor
Mr. Anderson noted the request is to regulate the number of Events a

cusiness to (4) four to taKe place during 60-day intervals, and to require a
Special Events Permit to exceed the limit.

Councilmember Barber noted the city has not approved a Rental Peticy for the
Amphitheater.

'Vls. Smith-Se lers noted the Soecia. Events Committee does not review
Amphitheater events and cannot speak to the rental policy.

Alexander noted the city needs a public
seace, and .eSKaG staffwi" rev :ne Jcdeco Development Agreement to
see there is gree: space tie: could be used as the gathering scace.

N's Action Second Reading December 8, 2025

3. REAEI\G -
TEXT AMENDMENT CASE FOR
TEMDCRARY ALCOHOL LICENSES. (Citywide)
Council Consideration cf an amendment to Chapter 9.04, Section 595.4 of the
Mum Code :5 Ordirances for the of Stockbridge to estabiis'n a

perm 9 process ft" temporary alcohol sales at outdoor events and seecial
events "
the Citv. The croinanoe outlines application procedures. fee
structures, and e g... .ity criteria coth ard applicants.
Presenter. by: Ryan Ande'scn, Community Development Director and
Uneeda Srt'th-Selers, Services Supervisor

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Ms. Smith~SeIlers noted the request is for a Temporary Outdoor Alcohol Permit
with a structured process for temporary pouring, noting the current ordinance
allows for indoor pouring; and a Special Use Permit will come with fees for an
outside bar of $1,000.00.

Councilmember Alexander stated the $1,000 fee is a lot.

Mr. Anderson stated the proposed fee can be reduced.

Mr. Edmondson noted Alcohol sales are a regulatory business and must be
reported to the State.

Councilmember Alexander noted the fee should be nominal to support the
downtown businesses; and asked to survey other municipalities for their
fees on this type of service.

Ms. Smith-Sellers noted the ordinance has been written for citywide businesses,
not just the businesses in the downtown area.

'Vlayor 3ro Tem Ganit asked how this would affect the Food Trucks when they
sell a.cc~\ol.

'vts. Smith-Seliers stated Food Trucks are not authorized to sell alcohol, and no
oermits have been issued by Businesses Services.

No Action Seoond Reading Decemner 8, 2025

14.FiRST READING -
TEXT AMENDMENT CASE #TX-2025-10 FCR CONTAINER-
BASED CCMMERCML BU'LDINGS. (District 4)
Council Consideration of an ordinarce to amend Sections 2.5.3(E) and 2.5.3(H)
cf the Stockbridge Unified Develocment Code (UDC) to allow container-based
cc mmercia! buildings as a type of within the Downtown Village
Overlay D'strict.
P'esented by: Ryan Anderson, Community Develocment Director
Mr. Anderson noted the Text Request 55 to allow containers in the
downtown area and would only apo.y to the Downtown Overlay District.

No Action Second Reading December 8, 2025

15.Cot*cil Consideration for FY2024 Uti'ify Billng Bad Debt Write Offs in the
of $48,827.32.
Presented oy: =rar-K Milazi, City Treasurer/CFO
Mr. referenced the iist of Bad Debt to be written off; however, collection
would continue utilizing a Collections agency to recoup the debts.

Motion to aopmve was made by Mayor P'o Tem Gantt; seconded by
Councilmember Berry. The motion passed unanimously 4-0.

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updates.
a Youth Council Advisory Committee Meeting, Third Thursday of each
month, at 6:30 pm. City i-E'ell Levi Meeting Room (Nov 20)
Downtown Deve'cpment Authority Board Meeting, Third Tuesday of each
month, at 6:00 pm. at the Downtown Connection Center, 130 M '_ King Sr.

Heritage Trail (Nov 20)
Planning Commission Meeting, Third Thursday of each month at 6:30 pm.
City Hall Council Chamber (Nov 20)
Youth Council Meeting, First Monday of each month, at 6:30 pm. City Hall
Levi Meeting Room (Dec 1.)
Citizens police Advisory, First Thursday of each month, at 6:00 pm. at the
tockbridge Police Department Community Meeting Room. 4.545 N. rienry
Blvd. (Dec 4)

City Council Meeting, Second Monday of each month. at 6:00 pm.
FV2026 BQDGET ADOPTDN City Hall Council Chamber (Dec 8)
Citywide :eveleoment Actt-cnty Meeting, Second Tuesday each month

at 6:00 pm. City rlali Levi Meeting Room (Dec 9)
Comm:nity Zoning and Information Meeting (CZIM) Wednesday,
December 1Cth at 5:30 pm. City Hall Council Chamber (Dec 1(3)
Main Street Advisory Board Meeting, Second Friday of each Month. at
9:00 am. at the Downtown Connection Center 130 M L King Sr. Heritage
Trail (Sec 12)
Downtown :evelopment Authority Board Meeting, Third Tuesday 9. each
monih, at 5:00 pm. at the Downtown Connection Center, 130 M L King Sr.
Heritage Trail (Dec 16)
Planning Cemmission Meeting, Third Thursday of each month at 6:30 pm.
City Hall Courcil Chamber (Dec 18)
Youth Council Advisory Committee Meeting, Third Thursday of each
month, at 6:30 pm. City Hall Levi Meeting Room (Dec 16)

UPCOMING CITY EVENTS/iNlT!A*:VES
Join Memaer of muncil Thomas & Coancilman Berry in partnership for the
mortzuy Bingo Bash an Wednesday, November 19th from 133m noon at

the Merle Manders Conference Center. Lots of fun to be had by all.
Join Councilwoman Barber for the Clstrict 4 Community Town Ha!l on
Thursday, November 20th at 6:30 :5. at the Marie Conference
Center.
The Economic Development Department hosts a FREE Business |-lealth
Clinic on the 2nd Thursday of every morih from 9am 12pm a: the
Connection Center, 130 V L King Sr. Heritage Trai Cnecx

the 1ealth of Your Business with the :REE Clinic.
Sign Up real-time aeris about severe weather, road ciosures and
emergencies on the Regroup App. Visit the city's website or social media
pages '0' more infe'maticn on how and where to sign up. Stay Safe!

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