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

SUMMARY MINUTES
COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2017 6:00 P.M.
Mayor & City Council Administration
Mayor Judy Neal Randy Knighton, City Manager
Mayor Pro Tem Anthony S. Ford Vanessa Holiday, City Clerk
Councilman Elton Alexander Randi Rainey, Deputy City Clerk
Councilman John Blount Michael Williams, City Attorney
Councilwoman LaKeisha Gantt
Councilwoman Neat Robinson
Call to Order made by Mayor Neal.

Invocation was provided by Pastor Steve Murell of First Baptist Church.

Pledge of Allegiance was recited in unison.

City Clerk, Vanessa Holiday proceeded with a verbal roll call; all members of Council
were present; a quorum was confirmed.

Councilman Alexander motioned to adopt the agenda as printed; Mayor Pro Tem Ford
provided the second. The motion passed 5-0.

Councilwoman Gantt motioned to adopt the of Minutes of the following meetings: SCM of
8/3/2017, SCM of 8/4/2017, SCM of 8/14//2017, Council Meeting of 8/14/2017, Retreat
8/17/2017, Retreat 8/18/2017 and Work Session Meeting of 8/29/2017; Mayor Pro Tem
provided the second. The motion passed 5-0.

Mayor Neal presented a Proclamation in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month,
Women’s Small Business Month and Retired Teachers.

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PUBLIC COMMENTS
All persons wishing to speak for public comment must sign in with the City Clerk prior to the
beginning of the meeting. You must sign your name, address, and phone number. You will be
able to address the Mayor and Council for three (3) minutes. Speakers must respect all
members of the elected body, officials, and staff. Defamation, unruliness and/or swearing will
not be tolerated while meetings are in session.

Ms. Mildred E. Reed invited citizens to attend the Candidate Forum taking place at
Tabernacle of Praise Church on Thursday, October 12th.

PUBLIC HEARING

1. Resolution to transmit the Short-Term Work Program and Capital
Improvements Element Annual Update: 2017 – 2021 to the Atlanta Regional
Commission.
Presented by: Camilla Moore, Director of Community Services
Ms. Moore noted the Council voted on this item in July; and this is the final
version to be sent to the ARC (Atlanta Regional Commission).

PUBLIC HEARING
In Favor: None
Against: None
Public Hearing Closed.

Councilman Alexander motioned to approve the Resolution to transmit the
Short-Term Work Program and Capital Improvements Element Annual
Update: 2017 – 2021 to the Atlanta Regional Commission; second by Mayor
Pro Tem Ford. The motion passed 5-0.

2. Ordinance - Landscape Ordinance Update
Presented by: Camilla Moore, Community Development Director
Ms. Moore noted this has gone before the Zoning Advisory Board with no
comments or changes and if adopted, the Ordinance will be effective immediately.

PUBLIC HEARING
In Favor: None
Against: None
Public Hearing Closed.

Councilman Alexander motioned to approve the Ordinance - Landscape
Ordinance Update; second by Councilwoman Gantt. The motion passed 5-0.

3. Ordinance - Highway Corridor Overlay Update
Presented by: Camilla Moore, Community Development Director
Ms. Moore noted this Ordinance deals with the development standards along the
City’s corridor. Ms. Moore further noted the City adopted what Henry County had
and added to the standards to make it specific to the City’s needs.

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PUBLIC HEARING
In Favor: None
Against: None
Public Hearing Closed

Councilman Alexander motioned to approve the Ordinance - Highway Corridor
Overlay Update; second by Councilwoman Robinson. The motion passed 5-0.

NEW BUSINESS

4. Ordinance – Clothing Bins in the City
Presented by: Camilla Moore, Community Development Director
Ms. Moore noted this would be a way to control the number of clothing bins
throughout the City. Ms. Moore noted they have not been regulated; the Ordinance
will regulate the location of bins and how they will be located. Ms. Moore further
noted the clothing bins will have to be registered at the City and if not, they will be
picked up by Public Works.

Councilwoman Gantt motioned to approve the Ordinance to maintain clothing bins
in the City; second by Mayor Pro Tem Ford. The motion passed 5-0.

5. Council Consideration – Use of the Ted Strickland Community Center
Presented by: Councilwoman Robinson
Councilwoman Robinson requested use of the Ted Strickland Community Center
on December 12, 2017 for the Holiday Giveback. Councilwoman Robinson noted
she has partnered with Dream Achievers, a non-profit organization and further
noted for those who would like to attend are requested to bring a wrapped
Christmas present.

Councilwoman Gantt motioned to approve the use of the Ted Strickland
Community Center on December 12th; second by Councilman Alexander. The
motion passed 5-0.

6. Resolution to appoint member to the Main Street Advisory Board to fill a vacancy
Presented by: Kira Harris-Braggs, Main Street Program Manager
Ms. Harris-Braggs noted this item was to fill a vacated position of the Business
Owner/Operator who is established outside of the Main Street District. Ms. Harris-
Braggs noted the position has a 2-year term; however, the candidate would be fill a
vacated position that ends December 2017 and the new term would not start until
January 2018 and end December 21, 2019. Ms. Harris-Braggs referenced three
applicants: LaToya Cato (owner of OTEA Agricultural Recycling); Tamara Isabell
(Accountant and Project Coordinator for Site Engineering Inc.) and Dianna Foster
(owner of Cova Beauty). Ms. Harris-Braggs recommended Dianna Foster of Cova
Beauty to fill vacant position.

Councilman Alexander motioned to appoint Dianna Foster of Cova Beauty with the
term expiring 12/21/2019; second by Councilwoman Gantt. The motion passed 5-

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DISCUSSION

7. Council Discussion - Task Order No. 6 – HVAC Evaluation
Presented by: Randy Knighton, City Mgr. & Decius Aaron, Public Works Director

Mr. Aaron noted he and the City Manager, Mr. Knighton met on October 5th with
Greg Ferguson, HAVC Engineer, Aubrey McStay, Mechanical Engineer and
Prince Lee a Project Manager of Carter and Sloope to discuss the HVAC
Evaluation. Mr. Aaron noted the installation for the building was incorrect and does
not work properly. Mr. Aaron mentioned 3 condensers has been installed just this
year alone, further noting, the engineers have recommended the system be
replaced with an estimated budgetary figure of $350,000. Mr. Knighton noted the
interior is good, but the exterior is what will need to be replaced. Mr. Knighton
noted specific funding was not allocated; however, SPLOST could pay for some of
the repairs, but not all repairs. Mr. Knighton also noted staff may seek funds from
Fund Balance and would research where other funding may be available that
would not impact Fund Balance. Mr. Knighton went on to say the project should
take between 60-75 days to be completed. Mr. Knighton also mentioned the Merle
Manders Conference Center will need attention as well. Mr. Aaron asked for
Council’s consideration to move forward with the HVAC Evaluation.

Mayor Pro Tem Ford motioned to approve Task Order No.6- HVAC Evaluation
Master Engineering Services Agreement not to exceed $64,800; second by
Councilwoman Gantt. The motion passed 5-0

COMMENTS FROM THE CITY MANAGER
Mr. Knighton thanked staff, Mayor and Council for assistance with his transition to
the role of City Manager; appreciates the opportunity to serve the citizens of
Stockbridge; noted upcoming meetings with the City Managers of McDonough and
Locust Grove and with the County Manager.

COMMENTS FROM THE CITY CLERK
Mrs. Holiday noted Tuesday, October 10th was the deadline to register to vote in
the November 2017 election; and referenced the early voting dates and location.

COMMENTS FROM THE CITY COUNCIL
Councilman Alexander thanked everyone for tuning in; thanked the Community
Development staff for their work regarding the ordinances passed tonight to make
the City one of the best in the metro area; noted concerns from the public
regarding crime and public safety have been heard and the City is making efforts
to address those concerns; acknowledged Ms. Chandra Lewis from the District
Attorney’s office was in attendance;

Councilman Blount thanked everyone for coming out; invited everyone to
participate in the Noel in November campaign and bringing toys for the kids who
are less fortunate on November 18th at the Merle Manders Conference Center in
partnership with Connecting Henry.

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Mayor Pro Tem Ford noted October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month and real
men wear pink; thanked everyone for attending the 2017 Bridgefest/Hispanifest
event and thanked staff as the event was a huge success, looks forward to 2018’s
event; asked everyone to remain focused and involved as the City continues to
move forward.

Councilwoman Gantt thanked everyone for their continued support; thanked staff
for all that they do; commended Main Street staff for the recent Meet & Greet
event; thanked colleagues for their continued support and prayers

Councilwoman Robinson thanked colleagues for their support of the December
15th Giveback event; looking forward to the City bringing a GED program to
citizens of Stockbridge; referenced the upcoming FREE Breast Cancer Awareness
Luncheon at the Merle Manders Conference Center on Oct. 19 for survivors and to
register for the Love Walk on Saturday, October 21st at 8:00 A.M at Clark Park;
thanked staff for their support, noting Bridgefest/Hispanifest was awesome!

COMMENTS FROM THE MAYOR
None

EXECUTIVE SESSION (if necessary)
Councilwoman Gantt motioned to convene into Executive Session for Litigation, Real
Estate and Personnel; second by Mayor Pro Tem Ford. The motion passed 5-0.

Councilwoman Robinson motioned to adjourn Executive Session; second by Mayor Pro
Tem Ford. The motion passed 5-0.

Mayor Pro Tem Ford motioned to reconvene into the meeting; second by Councilwoman
Robinson. The motion passed 5-0.

Mayor Pro Tem Ford motioned to approve the Resolution to amend the agreement with
the Chen Estate and the City of Stockbridge; second by Councilman Alexander. The
motion passed 5-0. (Attorney Williams noted Mayor Neal was recused from the
discussion in Executive Session for the item approved).

UPCOMING OFFICIAL CITY MEETINGS/EVENTS/ANNOUNCEMENTS
Meeting will be held at City Hall unless otherwise noted. Meeting dates and times are
subject to change. Please visit the city’s website www.cityofstockbridge.com, Facebook
page or contact City Hall offices at 770.389-7900 for updates and detailed information.
 Keep Stockbridge Together Town Hall Meeting, Tuesday, October 10, 2017 at
6:30 P.M. City Hall Chamber.

 Main Street Small Business Mixer, Tuesday, October 17, 2017 at 6:00 P.M. at the
Merle Manders Conference Center

 Keep Stockbridge Together Town Hall Meeting, Wednesday, October 18, 2017 at
6:30 P.M. City Hall Chamber.

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 Breast Cancer Luncheon, Thursday, October 19, 2017 from Noon to 3:00 P.M. at
the Merle Manders Conference Center

 Breast Cancer Awareness Walk – Saturday, Oct. 21, 2017 8:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M.
at Clark Park 111 Davis Rd., Stockbridge.

 Work Session Meeting, Tuesday, October 24, 2017 at 6:00 P.M. at City Hall.

2017 Voting Dates Time Location
th th
October 16 – 20 8am - 5pm Henry County Elections Office

October 21st (Sat.) 8am - 2pm Merle Manders Conference Ctr.
Henry County Elections Office

October 23rd – 27th 8am - 5pm Henry County Elections Office

October 28th (Sat.) 8am - 2pm Merle Manders Conference Ctr.
Henry County Elections Office

October 29th (Sun.) 1pm - 5pm Merle Manders Conference Ctr.
Henry County Elections Office

Oct. 30th – Nov. 3rd 7am - 7pm Merle Manders Conference Ctr.
Henry County Elections Office

Nov. 7th (Election Day) 7am - 7pm Merle Manders Conference Ctr.
ONLY
Run-Off Voting Dates* Time Location
th st
*Nov. 27 – Dec. 1 7am - 7pm Merle Manders Conference Ctr.
Henry County Elections Office
*NOTE: Run-Off early voting will only take place if time permits and is not guaranteed

Dec. 5th (Election Day) 7am - 7pm Merle Manders Conference Ctr.
ONLY

Mayor Pro Tem Ford motioned to adjourn the meeting; second by Councilwoman Gantt.
The motion passed 5-0.

Respectfully submitted by:

Vanessa Holiday, City Clerk CMC Judy Neal, Mayor

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