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date: 2021-09-20
title: 09-20-2021 Minutes
source: 2021-09/2021-09-20_09-20-2021 _Minutes.pdf
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StQCka'idge
Where Community Connects

SPEC I AL CALLED M EETING
SUMMARY M INUTES

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2021 6:00 PM.
Mavor & City Council Administration
Mayor Antho ny 5. Ford Randy Kni hjton, Cifcy Manager
Mayon Pro Te m Elton Alexander Vanessa Qllda r, City Clerk
Councnlwoma n Yolanda Barber John WI Ins lty Treasurer

Councilman John Blount Quinton CIty Attorney
Councilwoman LaKeisha Gantt Jeremy T. Berry, City Attorney
Councilman Alphonso Thomas

Mission: To eadership and sup erjor mun icipal services that enhance the
quallty of | Ife for cttqzens _w Ie creating la welco mgng DUSI ness atmosph ere focused on
sustainabll Ity a nd expans Ion of to unsm and cultu ral events.

Call to Order made by Mayor Ford.

Invocation provided by Councilman Thomas.

Pledge of Allegiance was recited all in unison.

City Clerk, Vanessa Holiday was asked to proceed with a verbal roll call. All members
were present for the roll call.

Mayor Pro Tem Alexander motioned to adopt the agenda: Second by Councilman
Thomas. The motion passed 5-0.

EXECUTIVE SESSION
1. Personnel Matters Appointment of the Police Chief

Mayor Pro Tem Alexander motioned to convene into Executive Session for
Personnel: Second by Councilman Thomas. The motion passed 5-0.

Mayor Pro Tem Alexander motioned to end Executive Session: Second by
Councilman Thomas. The motion passed 5-0.

Councilwoman Gantt motioned to reconvene the meeting: Second by
Councilwoman Barber. The motion passed 5-0.

Mr. Knighton noted he is bringing forth for by the City Council, Frank
Trammer for the position of Police Chief for the City of Stockbridge who has
extensive law enforcement experience including being the Deputy Chief for
Georgia Tech, City of Atlanta, and City of Sandy Springs.

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Mayor Pro Tem Alexander motioned to accept Frank Trammer as the Chief of
Police for the City of Stockbridge: Second by Councilman Thomas. The motion
passed 3-2 (Gantt/Blount Opposed).

Chief Trammer noted it is an honor and privilege to have the opportunity to serve
the citizens and thanked God, Mayor and Council for the opportunity for placing
faith and trust in the ability to an important role. Mr. Trammer noted he
understands Councilwoman Gantt and Councilman concerns and hopes
they will be able to address concerns and move forward; also thanked his family
for and support offered. Chief Trammer noted he has conveyed he
believes policing is a high calling and one of the most noble professions and
believes to be truly effective, policing must be an interactive process between
police and members of the community. Chief Trammer noted in order to maintain a
positive and collaborative relationship with the community stems from having the
ability with the department to effectively perform its role which depends upon the
community approval. Chief Trammer also noted policing is a great responsibility
that requires service, integrity, accountability, commitment, and executive
stewardship and looks forward to serving as the Chief of Police.

Councilman Thomas welcomed Chief Trammer to the team and the City of
Stockbridge.

Mayor Pro Tem Alexander thanked and welcomed Chief Trammer and noted he
will do a great job.

Councilwoman Barber welcomed Chief Trammer aboard and noted she is looking
forward with working with Mr. Trammer and plans already thought out.
Chief Trammer noted it is not his police department, but the citizens police
department and believes they should be involved and looks forward to partnering
with community.

Councilman Blount noted because there are indifferences does not mean there are
denials to have the city move forward, just a difference of opinions.

Councilwoman Gantt congratulated Chief Trammer and noted she have an
issue with the police department, but with the process and looks forward with
working with him.

Mr. Knighton wished Chief Trammer well and hopes the community supports.

Mayor Pro Tem Alexander motioned to end the meeting: Second by
Councilwoman Barber. The motion passed 5-0.

Resp lly submitted

essa Holiday, City Clerk MMC Anthony 8. Ford, yor

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