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date: 2008-11-10
title: November 10, 2008 Minutes
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November 10, 2008

CITY OF STOCKBRIDGE MINUTES
HENRY COUNTY, GEORGIA NOVEMBER 10, 2008

The Regular Meeting of the Stockbridge City Council was held on November 10, 2008 at 6:00 P. M. Mayor
Kelley presided and members of the City Council were Harold Cochran, Fred Evans, KathrynGilbert, and
Shirley Dabney. W. A. Gardner was absent due to illness.

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

Kathryn Gilbert gave the invocation.

Harold Cochran made a motion to approve minutes of October 13, 2008 Stockbridge City Council Meeting;
Kathryn Gilbert seconded, and passed unanimously.

Mayor Kelley welcomed guests.

PROCLAMATION DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION – Ted Strickland read the
proclamation that was requested by Scarlette Moyer, Chairperson of Native American Committee of the
Daughters of the American Revolution, Augustin Clayton Chapter, proclaiming November as American Indian
Heritage Month in the City of Stockbridge.

PLANNING AND ZONING

ANNEXATIONS
GLEN CHERRY AND DEBRA K. GULLIVER requested annexation of one parcel of land located at 293
Speer Rd. Parcel consists of approximately 3.11 acres in Land Lot 41 of the 12th District map code 012-
03069000. Property is currently zoned RA (Residential-Agriculture).
Harold Cochran made a motion annex the 3.11 acres as requested; Fred Evans seconded and passed
unanimously.
Fred Evans made a motion to annex property as zoned RA (Residential-Agriculture); seconded by
HaroldCochran, passed unanimously.
ELMORE AND CORINE THOMAS requested annexation of one parcel of land located at 283 Speer Rd.
Parcel consists of approximately 3.12 acres in Land Lot 41 of the 12th District map code 012-03068000.
Property is currently zoned RA (Residential-Agriculture).
Harold Cochran made a motion to annex 3.12 acres as requested; Kathy Gilbert seconded, and passed
unanimously.
Harold Cochran made a motion to annex property as zoned RA (Residential-Agriculture); seconded by Kathy
Gilbert, passed unanimously.

2009 PROPOSED BUDGET – Mayor Kelley presented the proposed 2009 General Fund budget and the
2009 Urban Redevelopment Agency budget for the Council’s review and comments. The City’s final budget
will be adopted at the December 8, 2008 Regular Council Meeting. No action at this meeting.

2008 URBAN REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY CAPITAL BUDGET AMENDMENT – Mayor Kelley presented
the Urban Redevelopment Agency Capital Budget Amendment for review and comments. The URA budget
will be adopted at the December 8, 2008 Regular Council Meeting. No action at this meeting.

STEVE CASH, HENRY COUNCIL FOR QUALITY GROWTH – made a presentation regarding housing in
Henry County and the City of Stockbridge. He provided a host of information for the Council’s review to get
a picture of the housing industry and discussed the possibilities for tomorrow. He mentioned empty store
fronts, no construction, and closing of lunch diners which causes properties to be un-kept with tall
grass/weeds, dumping grounds, storm water run-off, etc.

Mr. Cash explained to the Council about unemployment and foreclosed property in Henry County and the
need for the City of Stockbridge to work with the Henry Council for Quality Growth to create an improved
quality of life for all citizens.

CITY HALL CHANGE ORDERS – A. J. Welch advised the Council that change orders number 7, 8, 9, 10
and 11 are from JTV General Contractor for changes made to the new City Hall, the wall, etc. These change
orders have been reviewed and approved by the Building Committee. Council needs to authorize Mayor
Kelley to sign change orders. Councilwoman Gilbert asked why the City is experiencing so many change
orders and rising. A. J. Welch responded that most projects this size will have approximately ten percent
(10%) built into the budget for change orders.

Harold Cochran made a motion to approve change orders; Fred Evans seconded, and approved
unanimously.
WATER AND SEWER INCREASE ORDINANCE – A. J. Welch advised the Council that this ordinance will
increase the base water rate from $4.00 to $6.00 and sewer rate from $4.00 to $6.00 and also include a 5%
water increase to cover the Henry County water increase that will be effective January 1, 2009.

Harold Cochran made a motion to approve rate increases effective January 1, 2009; Fred Evans seconded
and passed unanimously.

AMENDING TAXATION OF TELECOMMUNICATIONS COMPANIES ORDINANCE – A. J. Welch stated
that any telegraph or telephone company that places or seeks to place lines and facilities in the public roads,
highways or rights-or-way shall file application with the City of Stockbridge. This ordinance meets the
requirement of the law and is recommended by Georgia Municipal Association.

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

FAIR AND ACCURATE CREDIT TRANSACTIONS ACT ORDINANCE – IDENTITY THEFT PREVENTION
PROGRAM (RED FLAG PROGRAM) A. J. Welch advised the Council that this ordinance is recommended
by Georgia Municipal Association (GMA) in pursuant to federal law and the Federal Trade Commission to
adopt identity theft rules requiring the creation of policies relating to the use of consumer reports, address
discrepancies and the detection, prevention and mitigation of identity theft. Adoption of this ordinance
requires the City to start and Identity Theft Prevention Program.

Kathryn Gilbert made a motion to adopt the Fair and Accurate Credit Transaction Act Ordinance; FredEvans
seconded, and passed unanimously.

“KINDNESS WORKS, PASS IT ON” – A. J. Welch asked the Council to once again proclaim the week of
November 10, 2008 through November 16, 2008 as “Kindness Works, Pass It On” week.

Fred Evans made a motion to approve; Kathryn Gilbert seconded, and passed unanimously.

BAD DEBTS RESOLUTION – A. J. Welch advised the Council that from time to time persons and legal
entities become indebted for services, fees or fines that are owed to the City. After a certain period of time
the said debts become uncollectable because the person or entity owing the City cannot be located, the debt
has been discharged by an order of the bankruptcy court, the collection of the debt would exceed the amount
of the debt. It becomes necessary on an annual basis to write off and clear the City’s books and records of
these uncollectable debts.

Fred Evans made a motion to adopt resolution to write off bad debts; Harold Cochran seconded, and passed
unanimously.

AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF STOCKBRIDGE TO APPROVE THE EXECUTION OF RIGHT-OF-WAY
DEED FROM THE CITY TO GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION RESOLUTION- A. J.
Welch explained to the Council that in order for the State Department of Transportation to make
improvements to the intersection of Highway 42 and East Atlanta Road, the City must execute a Right of
Way Deed to the Department of Transportation of the State of Georgia to convey the Right of Way is
necessary and beneficial to the City’s citizens.

Fred Evans made a motion to approve execution of Right of Way Deed to GDOT; Shirley Dabney seconded,
and passed unanimously.

GAYLAM M. STUTTS CONDEMNATION OF PROPERTY RIGHTS RESOLUTION – A. J. Welch reminded
the Council that he has been working with Gaylam Stutts for several years for the acquisition of a section of
his property in the wetland off Rock Quarry Road for the City to construct a multiuse trail for recreation and
access to the City Public Park.

Councilwoman Gilbert stated that she would have to vote “no” because she did not get the information in
time to become familiar enough with this item to make a decision.

Fred Evans made a motion to approve resolution to condemn; Shirley Dabney seconded, motion carried.
Councilwoman Gilbert voted no.

ROCK QUARRY ROAD PROJECT/EAST BY-PASS – A. J. Welch gave a progress report from Wolverton
& Associates Engineers regarding the widening of Rock Quarry Road from Highway 42 to Valley Hill Road.

The field survey, mapping and property resolution are approximately ninety-eight percent (98%) complete.
Designation and location of existing utilities in the project scope have been completed. The preliminary
hydraulic analysis activities are underway. Horizontal alignments and alternates have been finalized. Vertical
profiles are approximately eighty percent (80%) complete, drainage design is approximately eighty percent
(80%) complete, and plan production is approximately ninety percent (90%) complete. The environmental
special studies are currently underway. Wolverton & Associates, Inc. anticipate submitting construction plans
for the intersection of Valley Hill Road and East Atlanta Road to Norfolk Southern for review in the next
several weeks. They have coordinated with Bob Lane regarding the design for the expansion of the
wastewater treatment plant and understand that no conflict exists between the two projects. They have also
coordinated with Henry County Water and Sewer Authority to evaluate cost saving measures relative to the
large water vault at the Old Conyers Road crossing.

This is for the Council’s information and no action is necessary at this time.

DAVID & KIM HARRIS, 795 DEERWOOD DRIVE – submitted a request to address the Council in reference
to their imposed fine due to delinquent sanitation bill and other concerns/issues. Mr. & Mrs. Harris failed to
appear.

Fred Evans made a motion to remove this item from the agenda; Harold Cochran seconded, and passed
unanimously.

CHRIS ZAFIRATOS, TWO BROTHERS RESTAURANT, 909 EAGLE’S LANDING PARKWAY – requested
an alcohol license for consumption on premises. Application and all documents for Alcohol License have
been submitted with all fees paid.

REQUESTS FOR OCCUPATIONAL TAX LICENSE

KHAMPHANH AMNATH – 620 EAGLE’S LANDING PARKWAY, STOCKBRIDGE, GA. – requested an
occupation license for a restaurant and an alcohol license for consumption on premises. Application and all
documents for alcohol license have been submitted with exception of grease trap permit, food inspection and
Fire Department inspection for Certificate of Occupancy. He is ready to open and would like approval subject
to approval of inspections. All fees have been paid. City will not issue occupation license until all documents
have been submitted and approved.

Kathryn Gilbert made a motion to issue the occupation license and the alcohol license subject to Mr. Amnath
submitting the necessary documents before the licenses are issued; Fred Evans seconded, and passed
unanimously.
MOZELLA G. BRADLEY, 157 TYE STREET – requested an occupation license for a restaurant located at
201 East Atlanta Road (old Brushy Creek Bar-B-Cue). Due to this location’s existing environmental and legal
issues, Code Enforcement Personnel suggested that the Council make judgment as to whether the process
can go forward.

Terry Kight reminded the Council that the previous owners had some serious environment and legal issues
at this location. They will have to make repairs to the building to bring it up to code before a license can be
issued. They cannot continue to dump grease into Brushy Creek. Council agreed that no action will be taken
at this time until Ms. Bradley meets all of the requirements and comes back before the Council.

WALTER TAYLOR, 181 LIVINGSTON COURT, MCDONOUGH - requested a business license to operate
the Damascus Way Family Worship Center at 3281 Highway 42 in the Parkland strip mall. Mayor Kelley
advised Mr. Taylor that the Council, at their discretion, may authorize churches to locate in commercial
districts on a six (6) months temporary basis while they are constructing a building for their church services.
If they need additional time, they must appear before the Council and request an extension of time. In the
meantime, their location must meet City and County codes for churches and they can go to Henry County
Planning and Zoning to get the regulations they must follow.

Fred Evans made a motion to approve; Kathryn Gilbert seconded, and passed unanimously.

CHRISTOPHER WILLIAM, 309 GAELIC CIRCLE – requested a home occupation license to operate a
trucking company (office only). Mr. William failed to appear.

Kathryn Gilbert made a motion to remove Mr. William from the agenda; Harold Cochran seconded, and
passed unanimously.

PATRICIA A. BAKER, 215 REGENTS PARK, PARKSIDE S/D - requested a Home Occupation license to
operate a “gift basket” business from her home. Mayor Kelley stated that first; the Council must have a letter
from her Home Owners Association with their permission.

Ms Baker advised the Council that she would not do any baking at her home. The items will be ordered and
sent to her home 2 or 3 times a month by UPS. She will take telephone orders put the baskets together and
deliver to the customers.

Fred Evans made a motion to approve subject to a letter from her Home Owners Association; Kathryn Gilbert
seconded, and passed unanimously.
MASHARN WILSON, 705 BETHPAGE DRIVE – requested a Home Occupation license to operate a
landscape maintenance business with the understanding that no equipment will be stored or maintained at
the home. Mayor Kelley advised Mr. Wilson that code enforcement will be checking to make sure no
equipment will be parked at his home and he will have to submit a letter from his Home Owners Association
giving their approval.

Fred Evans made a motion to approve subject to the City receiving a letter from Mr. Wilson’s Home Owners
Association; HaroldCochran seconded, and passed unanimously.
BID

2008
16’ Ramp Gate Trailer
November 10, 2008

K&K Manufacturing, Inc .................................................................. $2,065.00 APPROVED
1304 19/41 Bypass South
Griffin, GA 30224
770.228.9974
**Tires exceed specs--use 8 ply

Hardeebilt Trailers Inc..................................................................... $2,150.00
1500 Peabody Road
West Point, GA 31833
706.645.6000
Trailers for Less .............................................................................. $2,450.00
1245 Highway 16 East
Newnan, GA 30263
770.304.9943

A&A Center Trailers ........................................................................ $2,725.00
8834 Tara Blvd.
Jonesboro, GA 30237
770.603.8511

Fred Evans made a motion to approve low bid from K&K Manufacturing, Inc.; Harold Cochran seconded
and passed unanimously.
BID

2008
Trimmers and
Blowers
November 10, 2008

Mason Tractor Co
395 Industrial Blvd.
McDonough, GA 30253
770.956.3370
Trimmers @ $236.86 ea. (12) ...................................... $2,842.32
Blowers @ $379.06 ea. (2) ....................................... $ 758.12
Total ............................................................................. $3,600.44 APPROVED

Campbell Equipment & Hardware
2012 Highway 42 North
McDonough, GA 30253
770.898.5557
Trimmers @$236.96 ea. (12) ....................................... $2,843.40
Blowers @$387.06 ea. (2) ........................................ $ 774.12
Total ............................................................................. $3,617.52
Farmer Small Motor Service
2586 Almand Road
Conyers, GA 30012
770.474.2228
Trimmers @ $279.95 ea. (12) ........................................ $3,359.40
Blowers @ $469.95 ea. (2) ........................................... $ 939.90
Total .............................................................................. $4,299.30

Fred Evans made a motion to go with the low bid from Mason Tractor Company; Harold Cochran
seconded, and passed unanimously.

BID

2008 Snapper Riding Mowers
November 10, 2008
Snapper’s Lawn & Garden Center @$1,292.00 ea. (8) .................. $11,059.52 APPROVED
536 Macon Road
McDonough, GA 30253
770.474.0972

Warren Holder Equipment @$1,400.00 ea. (8) .............................. $11,200.00
122 Cleveland Street
Locust Grove, GA
770.957.2441

Toney’s Lawn Mower/Equipment @$1,507.00 ea. (8) .................... $12,056.00
5830 North Henry Blvd.
Stockbridge, GA 30281
770.389.9500

Fred Evans made a motion to approve low bid from Snapper’s Lawn & Garden Center; Harold Cochran
seconded, and passed unanimously.
Fred Evans made a motion to adjourn; Harold Cochran seconded, and passed unanimously. The meeting
adjourned at 7:13 P. M.

Respectfully submitted,

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