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date: 2023-05-08
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Where Community Connects

CITYCOUNCIL EETING
SU ARY NUTES

MONDAY, MAY 8, 2023 6:00 PM
Mayor & City Council Administration
Mayor Ant hony 5. Ford Frederick Gardiner Manager
Mayor Pro Tem Yolanda Barber Vanessa Holiday ,CItyCita/lerk
Counci lma n Elton Alexan der John
Wiggins CItyTreasurer
Councilman John B|o_unt Quinton aslIington, City Attorney
Councilwoman LaKeIsha Gantt Jeremy T. Berry, City Attorney
CounCIIman Alphonso Thomas

Mission: To providevisiona l eadership and sup erjor mun icipal services that enhance the
quaIIty of Me for CItIzens'w I le creating la welco ming busi ness almosph ere focused on
sustalnabIIIty and exp ans Ion of to urIsm and cultu re! events.

The meeting was called to order by Mayor Ford.

Invocation by Kim Allonce.

The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by all in attendance.

City Clerk, Vanessa Holiday was asked to proceed a verbal roll call. All Members
were present except Councilwoman Gantt.
with

Mayor Pro Tem Barber motioned to amend the Agenda to remove Item #12 and bring
back to the Council prior to May 19, 2023: Second by Councilman Alexander. The
motion passed 4-0.

Councilman Alexander motioned for the adoption of the Agenda: Second by Mayor Pro
Tem Barber. The motion passed 4-0.

Councilman Blount motioned for the adoption of the Minutes: Second by Councilman
Alexander. The motion passed 4-0.
Retreat Minutes 3/20/2023
Retreat Minutes 3/21/2023
Retreat Minutes 3/22/2023
Work Session Minutes 3/23/2023

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UBLIC COMMEN TS
All persons wishing to speak for public comment must sign in with the City Clerk prior to
the beginning of the meeting noting your name, address, and phone number. You will be
allotted three (3) minutes. Speakers must respect all members of the elected body,
officials, and staff. Defamation, unruliness and/or swearing will not be tolerated. None

CERIMONIAL
5. Mayor Ford reviewed the following proclamations: Municipal Clerk's Week,
Public Employee Recognition Week; National Mental Health Awareness

Month; National Day of Prayer; National Small Business Week; Asian
American-Pacific lslander Month; National Motorcycle Safety Awareness
Month; and Teacher Appreciation Week.

PRESENTATION
6. FY2024 Budget Process and Timeline
Presented by: John Wiggins, City Treasurer
Mr. Wiggins noted the purpose for the meeting is to get an understanding
of the City Budget philosophy, review the budget process per
the City Charter, discussion the City budget priorities, and
outline the FY2024 budget milestones to adoption; noted the strategic

priorities are: Quality of Life which create an environment that fosters an
enjoyable life for our citizens and visitors, so they want to stay here, build
businesses here and retire here; Economic Growth which support
activities that stimulate the local economy, so the city can provide a higher
standard of living for the citizens; Culture and Brand Development which
invest in and support things that positively affect the culture and brand of
our staff and the city so that people will want to work and live here; and

Sustainability which is to Be sustainable in how we address our assets,
our services, our finances, the environment, and our people, so we can

thrive for many years to come; noted the budget development flowchart
would follow the development of a budget calendar, projecting all fund
revenues and expenses, receiving department proposed
expenditures, review by the City Manager and Finance, making changes
and adjustments to budget requests, submission to the City Council for
review and advertisement of budget, hold two public hearings and budget

open houses and proposed adoption on December 11, 2023; noted some
of the city budget priorities are water and sewer infrastructure

improvements, improvements to existing parks, implementation of all
SPLOST funded projects, street improvements, new paving and sidewalk

improvements, downtown redevelopment, rehabilitation of Merle Manders
Conference Center, funding for Cultural Arts Center, and funding for the

police department; noted the budget process timeline is as follows: May 5
distribute budget worksheets to Directors, May 10-12th City Manager

Budget Retreat, June 2nd Capital Budgets due to City Manager & Finance
Officer; July 7th Capital Budget submission to City Council; July 21St Draft
Budget Review by Manager & Finance Officer; August 10-11th Mayor &

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City Council Budget Retreat; October 9th submit Final Draft Budget to
Mayor and Council; Public Hearings November 13th & November 28th
2023; and December 11th Budget Adoption @ City Council Meeting.
No Action Taken

OLD BUSINESS
7 Council Consideration to appoint the Stockbridge Representative to the

Transportation Advisory Group
Presented by: Brecca Carter, Community Development Director
Ms. Carter noted the Henry County Transportation Advisory
Group was
formed by the Henry County Board of Commissioners to have

representatives from all five (5) commission districts, the chairperson, and
a representative from all four (4) cities to gain input and provide input on
the transportation plan which has been updated; noted a Transportation
Master Plan and Trails Plan has been developed in which the City has

adopted as of last year; and noted the county is asking the city to re-
appoint Mr. Eniel Gonzalez, an engineer specializing in roadway
transportation or to appoint someone new as a representative for
Stockbridge.

Councilman Alexander requested quarterly reporting as a condition of
appointment; Mayor Pro Tem Barber and Councilman Thomas agreed.

Councilman Blount noted he was not familiar this board and asked if the
appointee is a voting member forthe City.

Ms. Carter noted the current group consist of ten (10) citizens who are

appointees from all five (5) commission districts and a 6th for the chairman
of the board of commissioners along with four (4) people from each

jurisdiction and that each member provides input and represents their
municipality or district.

Mayor Ford noted speaking with the city manager to have Mr. Eniel visit
city hall to meet the mayor and council.

Councilman Thomas noted the importance of having a relationship with
the city representative to relay the concerns of the city and
relaying the
interests of the city to the board.

Councilman Alexander motioned to appoint Eniel Gonzalez to a two-year
term with a condition of Quarterly Reporting to the Mayor & Council:
Second by Mayor Pro Tem Barber. The motion passed 4-0.

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PUBLIC HEARING
8 Adoption of the Combined City of Stockbridge Official Zoning & Overlay
District Map for 2023 Council consideration of
amendments to the Official Zoning Map & Overlay District Map in
accordance with the Resolution and Referendum annexation method
voted upon during the November 8, 2022 election. There are

approximately new parcels to be added to Stockbridge City

boundaries, as indicated within House Bill 612, including, but not limited to
23 subdivision communities, and parcels primarily consisting of

single-family residential, 105 combined commercial and industrial, etc.
The Zoning & Overlay District Map will be combined as a single
document. The previous Zoning Map and Overlay District Map was

adopted on March 14, 2022.
Presented by: Brecca Carter, Community Development Director
Ms. Carter noted the zoning map with newly annexed properties under the
referendum became effective on January 1, 2023; noted the department
has been working with Legal to ensure propertiming and making sure the
transfer of the use of properties is similar to the zoning based on the
new UDC (Unified Development Code) with a new zoning package and

higher standards, noted the Master Plan Development to be approved by
Council with new codes requiring paths on major roads, and
restrictions to prevent oversaturation, and grow the city while attracting

quality Class A businesses; noted combining both the zoning and overlay
districts on a single map will make it easy for residents to identify zoning
and the location of an overlay district; and noted the newly updated map
will include 2,200 additional parcels brought under the city boundaries.

Councilman Blount noted there should be buffers in place for businesses
not to have an opportunity to circumvent the UDC (Unified Development

Code).

Ms. Carter noted all new businesses will be regulated under the new
codes.

Councilman Alexander asked about the process of businesses being

grandfathered in.

Ms. Carter noted businesses lose that status after 6 months or more and
that all new businesses will be regulated under the new code.

Mayor Pro Tem Barber requested that the Council District being included
in the description of each Planning & Zoning item that is brought before
the Council.

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Councilman Thomas expressed the importance of making sure the

guardrails, i.e., the UDC are in place to effectively grow the city.

Ms. Carter noted the Comprehensive Plan Update is a 25-year plan and
looks at all aspects of Zoning, Housing, Economic Development and

Transportation to determine how the city wants to develop, and making
sure everything ties together, noting the UDC helps to develop standards
and amenities.

The Public Hearing was opened.
No Speakers in Favor -
No Speakers Opposed
The Public Hearing was closed.

Councilman Alexander motioned to approve the adoption of the Combined

City of Stockbridge Official Zoning & Overlay District Map for 2023:
Second by Councilman Thomas. The motion passed 4-0.

COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT CASE #CP-2022-06
Council consideration of a Comprehensive Plan Amendment Request to

assign the future land use designation of property located at 576 Davis
Road (Parcel #SO5-01002000) to to allow for
the construction of a townhome development. Applicant: Forestar Real
Estate Group (USA), Inc. Agent: Alex Brock of Smith, Gambrell &
Russell, LLP. The property is in Land Lot 91 of District 12, and it contains
27.635 acres. The Planning Commission recommended approval of

this request with amended conditions at the April 27, 2023 meeting.
Presented by: Ryan Anderson, Chief Planner
Mr. Anderson presented an overview of the case; noted the applicant is
Forestar (USA) Real Estate Group, Inc. is considering a Comprehensive
Plan Amendment application to assign to High Density Residential to build
a Townhome community with 170 units with a proposed 6.15 units per
acre located at 576 Davis rd. Stockbridge, GA in district 4, and contains
27.635 +/- acres; noted the property has three single-family residences
and a detached garage, has a long wooded and narrow lot that slopes
downward to the north, where a stream and buffer are located; noted the
Future Land Use Designation Map designates the subject property as Low

Density Residential, however, the current Future Land Use is incompatible
with the requested rezoning. Therefore, the applicant is seeking a

Comprehensive Plan Amendment to change the Future Land Use
Designation from Low Density Residential to High Density Residential;
noted the property to the north is a Single-family detached homes located

along Valley Hill Road with Low-Density Residential; the property to the
south is a Stockbridge Estates mobile Home Park with Medium Density

Residential; the property to the east is a Single-family detached homes
along Davis Road; Sentry Oaks (Duplex Subdivision) with Medium Density

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Residential; the Property to the west is Pine Hills Estates (Mobile Home
Park); Wildwood Estates (Subdivision) and is Low Density Residential;
Medium Density Residential; noted Pine Hills Estates (Mobile Home Park)
has 91 units with a density of 2.5 units per acre; Sentry Oaks (Duplex

Subdivision) has 29 units with a density of .88 units per acres; Meadow
Ridge has 70 units with a density of 1.30 units per acres; Stockbridge
Estates Mobile Home Park has 156 units with a density of 4 units per acre;
Wildwood Estates (Subdivision) has 233 units with a density of 3.22 units

per acre; Big Oaks Villas has 34 units with a density of 9 units per acres
and Springwood Valley has 22 units with a density of 0.8835 units per
acre.

Mr. Anderson noted that the requested Comprehensive Plan Amendment
of the subject property from Low Density Residential to High Density
Residential is necessary because current land use does not allow the

development of townhomes. Furthermore, the proposed densities would
not be compatible with the required density for the current land use

designation. The requested zoning district is not compatible
with the list of permitted zoning districts found in the Comprehensive Plan.
To allow the proposed zoning, the applicant has requested the rezoning of
the property from RR (Rural Residential) to MFR (Multiple Family

Residential) to allow the townhomes to be built. The rezoning will be heard
concurrently with this case, along with the requested variance. The
proposed High-Density Residential land use designation would be
compatible with the High-Density Residential land use designation of the
Big Oaks Villas located to the east. Furthermore, page 45 of the
Stockbridge Comprehensive Plan provides a list of permitted uses
compatible with the land use designation, which includes multiple family
residential. Maintaining the current land use designation would allow the

applicant to develop the townhomes, due to its proximity to an existing
townhome located within the area. Furthermore, it is unlikely that the

subject property would be developed with the type of uses permitted by
the existing Low-Density Residential Use designation.

Mr. Anderson noted low density is 1-2.2 units per acre, medium density is
2-3.6 units per acre and high density is 6-16 units per acre; noted staff
recommends the approval with conditions of the requested change in the
future land uses designation from Medium Density Vertical
Mixed-Use to High Density Residential. The conditions are as follows:

1 The Comprehensive Plan Amendment shall not be approved unless
the requested Rezoning, via RZ-2022-07, to rezone the
property from RR (Rural Residential to MFR (Multiple Family
Residential) to allow the townhomes to be built.

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2 The Comprehensive Plan Amendment shall not be approved unless
the requested variance to reduce the required minimum
front yard setback from 50 feet to 25 feet is approved

simultaneously with #CP-2022-06.

Mayor Pro Tem Barber noted the parcel is in City Council District 4 and is
not referenced in the case description.

Ms. Carter agreed and noted staff would include the Council District in the

legal description of each Planning & Zoning case moving fonNard.

Mayor Pro Tem Barber noted that it has been stated that changes are
slated to be made regarding the Comprehensive Plan, and for those

reasons, the proposed item should be delayed until those amendments
have been made.

Mr. Anderson noted the Comprehensive Plan Update is likely 6 8
months away.

Councilman Alexander noted if the item were delayed, the Council would
have an opportunity to provide more input and make recommendations,
such as reducing the number of units.

Mr. Brock, Attorney for the Applicant, responded to questions and
comments from the City Council.

Mayor Pro Tem Barber asked the Planning & Zoning staff when the
applicant submitted their application.

Mr. response was October of 2022

Mayor Pro Tem Barber noted for the record, the referenced land was in
the jurisdiction priorto the annexation into the city in January
2023; noted her support of the efforts for redevelopment, however,
there is a concern regarding the lack of communication and
failure to reach out to the current homeowners to hear their thoughts or
concerns.

The Public Hearing was opened.

Speakers in Favor:
Richard Ordonez (speaker representing (7) family members in attendance,

family has owned the land for over 30 years and supports growth and
progress of the city.

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Speakers In Opposition
Mr. Robert Schuhl spoke in opposition to the development referencing
safety concerns along the Shields Rd. and Davis Rd. intersection; and
provided Mayor Pro Tem Barber with a copy of the Request for Speed
Hump Petition and was shared with the Mayor and members of the
Council.
Mr. Vernard (Not opposed to the development) opposed the lack of
notification to residents); noted damage to his property and has concerns
of increased traffic, and encouraged members of Council to listen to

Mayor Pro Tem Barber who is speaking on behalf of residents who will be
impacted by the development.
Mary Fox (Not opposed to the development) opposed to the high density
and the increase in traffic.
Mark McFry spoke in opposition to the development and against the
high density, and lack of infrastructure in place and referenced speeding
and safety concerns along the Shields Rd. and Davis Rd. intersection.

The Public Hearing was closed

Mayor Pro Tem Barber motioned to Table to the July Council meeting.
The motion failed due to the lack of a second.

Councilman Alexander motioned to approve (CP-2022-06 Comp Plan
w/conditions to amend the development to (6) units per acre, units
reduced to 165, and to add a pool: to the amenities; Second by
Councilman Blount. The motion passed 3-0-1 (Mayor Pro Tem Barber
Abstained).

Staff Conditions were removed due to the passage of the RZ-2022-O7 and
VR-2022-03.

10. REZONING CASE #RZ-2022-07
Council consideration of a Rezoning request to assign the zoning district
of (Multiple Family Residential) to property located at 576 Davis
Road (Parcel #805-01002000) to allow for the construction of a townhome

development. Applicant: Forestar Real Estate Group (USA), Inc.
Agent: Alex Brock of Smith, Gambrell & Russell, LLP. The property is in
Land Lot 91 of District 12, and it contains 27.635 +/- acres.
The Planning Commission recommended approval of the item with four (4)

zoning conditions on April 27, 2023.
Presented by: Ryan Anderson, Chief Planner
Mr. Anderson presented an overview of the case; noted the
property is
located on the north side of Davis Road, adjacent to Estates Avenue (a

private street) and Sunrise Avenue to the west, one block west of Shields
Road and Sentry Oaks Court. The property is a long, narrow lot which

slopes significantly downward to the north, dropping some 70 feet, where

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an "apparent stream" and adjacent buffers are located; noted the current
use is three single-family residences and a detached barn and shed;

noted the property to the north is a detached homes located
along Valley Hill Road with Low-Density Residential; the property to the
south is a Stockbridge Estates mobile Home Park with Medium Density

Residential; the property to the east is a Single-family detached homes
along Davis Road; Sentry Oaks (Duplex Subdivision) with Medium Density
Residential; the Property to the west is Pine Hills Estates (Mobile Home
Park); Wildwood Estates (Subdivision) and is Low Density Residential;
Medium Density Residential.

Mr. Anderson noted the applicant submitted the original Traffic Impact

Study, noting the Study states that a traffic analysis was performed based
on an expected project buildout by 2027, with the proposed development

having one main driveway plus a secondary emergency access off Davis
Road.

Mr. Anderson noted staff recommends approval with the following
conditions:

1.Comprehensive Plan Amendment The rezoning shall not be approved
unless the requested Comprehensive Plan Amendment, via
CP-2022-06, to assign the land use designation of High-Density
Residential to the subject property, is approved before, or simultaneously
with, the approval of RZ-2022-07.

2.Variance -
The rezoning shall not be approved unless the

requested variance, via VR-2022-03, to reduce the required minimum front
yard setback from 50 feet to 25 feet, is approved before, or simultaneously
with, the approval of

Mr. Brock, Attorney for the Applicant, responded to questions and
comments from the city council.

The Public Hearing was opened.

Speakers in Favor:
Richard Ordonez (speaker representing (7) family members in attendance

Speakers In Opposition
Mark McFry spoke in opposition and against the setback

The Public Hearing was closed

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Councilman Alexander motioned to approve RZ-2022-O7 with Conditions
as outlined in the ULDC (Unified Land Development Code); 30%
Stone Facade; continuous meetings with the District 4 Representative

throughout the development; and Conditions #1, and #2 will be removed
from the conditions in the Variance Request as they have been

along with the Conditions of the ULDC: Second by Councilman Blount.
The motion passed 3-0-1 (Mayo Pro Tem Barber Abstained).

11 .VARIANCE CASE
Council consideration of a Variance Request to grant a variance for

property at 576 Davis Road (Parcel #SO5-01002000) to allow for the
construction of a townhome development. The requested variance would
reduce the front yard setback from the required minimum of 50 feet to 25
feet. Applicant: Forestar Real Estate Group (USA), Inc. Agent: Alex
Brock ofSmith, Gambrell & Russell, LLP. The property is in Land Lot 91
of District 12, and it contains 27.635 +/- acres. The Planning Commission
recommended approval the item with three (3) zoning conditions on April

27, 2023.
Presented by: Ryan Anderson, Chief Planner
Mr. Anderson presented an overview of the case; noted the applicant

proposes to build a 170-unit townhome development which has been
reduced to 165 units on 27.635 acres of land at 576 Davis Road; noted
the proposed project would have its main entrance off Davis Road, where
an emergency access would also be provided; noted the driveway
entrance would lead to an internal looped street, which would circle to the
rear of theproperty and feature five cross streets, with 10ft sidewalks and
it would contain the mail kiosk; noted the proposed development would
have a lot coverage of percent, which is slightly less than the
allowable maximum of 50 percent within the requested MFR (Multiple

Family Residential) district; noted the setbacks would be with the

approved variance; noted the open space areas would include the
preservation of natural vegetation within the onsite stream buffer, 5,600+/-
-square-foot of landscaped public space, and several amenities, including
a playground, a dog park, a walking trail, pavilion, and pool; noted parking

would include 662 spaces with a stormwater pond installed at the north of
the property.

Mr. Anderson noted the analysis of the UDC criteria as follows:
Criterion Extraordinary and exceptional circumstances pertaining to
the particular piece of property in question exist due its size, shape, or

topography that are not found on other properties in the same zoning
district; noted the subject property is long and narrow, plus its topography
slopes downward by some 70 feet from Davis Road to the rear. The
site plan also shows the presence of an and

adjacent buffers at the rear of the property. These factors represent

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considerable limitations toward the developability of the property in

general, as well as the ability to create a reasonable site plan
with townhome lots that are of similar size to ones that are found in other
townhome developments.

Criterion A literal interpretation of the provisions of this Unified

Development Code would deprive the applicant of rights commonly
enjoyed by owners of other properties located in the same zoning district;
noted the applicant would be deprived of the ability to develop a
townhome community with lots that are similar sizes to those which are
found in other MFR districts.

Criterion Granting the variance requested will not confer upon the
property owner any special privileges that are denied to other owners of
property in the same zoning district. Noted granting the requested
variance would not confer any special privileges upon the property owner

Further, the denial of the variance would force the developer to unfairly
comply with the same standards in developing the site, even though the
physical characteristics of the property would make it very difficult to do
so, thus cause creating an unnecessary hardship for the developer.

Criterion The variance will be consistent with the purposes and intent
of this Unified Development Code, will be compatible with uses on

neighboring properties, and will serve the public welfare. Noted the
requested variance would be consistent with the purpose and intent of the
Unified Development Code by encouraging the most appropriate use of
land and buildings on the subject property. Further, the granting of the
variance would allow the development of property in a mostly residential
area which has had little development activity in recent years, and the

proposed townhome community would be compatible with the other
existing residential uses in the area.

Criterion The extraordinary circumstances are not the result of actions
of the applicant; noted the physical conditions of the subject property were
not created by the applicant, yet they are limiting the ability to
develop the property into a reasonable use.

Criterion The variance is the minimum relief that will allow the legal
use of the land, building or structure; noted although the subject property
could still be developed with townhomes under MFR without the granting
of the requested front yard setback variance, the developer would be

significantly constrained in designing a site plan which would allow the
construction of a sufficient number of units to be economically feasible.

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Criterion The variance is not a request to permit a use of land,

buildings or structures that is prohibited in the same zoning district; noted
townhomes are a permitted use within the proposed MFR district.

Mr. Anderson noted because of the foregoing analysis, the Planning and

Zoning staff has found that the subject physical characteristics
limit the ability to develop the property and without the
requested variance, the physical conditions of the property and the
proposed site plan design would most likely prevent the developer from
building a sufficient number of units to be economically feasible.

Mr. Anderson noted staff recommends approval with conditions:

a. Comprehensive Plan Amendment Case the
future land use designation High-Density Residential to the subject

property.

b. Rezoning Case Assign the zoning district of
(Multiple Family Residential) to the subject property.

0. The site plan will be developed with 165 units, 30% stone and to
include a pool; Conditions #1, and #2 will be removed from the
conditions in the Variance Request as they have been satisfied along
with the Conditions of the ULDC.

Mr. Brock, Attorney for the Applicant, responded to questions and
comments from the city council.

The Public Hearing was opened.

Speakers in Favor:
Richard Ordonez (speaker representing (7) family members in attendance

Speakers In Opposed
No Speakers

The Public Hearing was closed

Councilman Alexander motioned to approve VR-2022-03: Second by
Councilman Blount. The motion passed 3-1 (Mayor Pro Tem Barber
opposed)

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NEW BUSINESS
12.Council Consideration to approve the city's Liability Insurance Policy
effective May 19, 2023 -

May 19, 2024
Presented by: Frederick Gardiner, Vanessa Holiday
Item Removed from the Agenda to be presented to the Council prior to

May 19, 2023.

13.Council Consideration to approve the Economic Development Incentives
Policy Framework
Presented by: Kimberley Allonce, Economic Development Director
Mr. Allonce referenced the presentation during the last retreat
and submitted the policy for review and feedback; noted there are several
types of incentives proposed, such as direct financial incentives, tax
incentives, indirect financial incentives, nonfinancial incentives, and other
special incentives.

Mr. Allonce noted the goal of the policy is to outline the policies,

processes, and review procedures for major economic development
incentives offered by the City; noted the importance of the City having
economic development priorities, such as enhancing the
competitiveness in the Metro Atlanta Region, encourages Mixed-Use
Development and creating high-wage/high-value jobs; noted that
applications and awards will be determined based on metrics established,
which are based on economic development priorities under capital
investments, the number of jobs created, and an average weekly wage;
noted the max score is 100 and is divided into four (4) tiers; noted that the
available incentives proposed are tax abatement, tax increment financing,
permit & impact financing, business license & occupational tax waivers,
water & sewer rebates, job creation incentives, and downtown revolving
loan funds (DRLF); noted the approval process is to have a pre-
application meeting with staff, and evaluating staff submitting
recommendations to the City Manager; noted once reviewed by the City
Manager, it will go before Council for approval, and finally the incentive
would be implemented.

Councilman Alexander motioned to approve the Economic Development
Incentives Policy Framework: Second by Councilman Thomas. The
motion passed 4-0.

ANNOUNCEMENTS OF UPCOMING MEETI GS & EVENTS

UPCOMING MEETINGS & ANNOUNCEMENTS: Council meetings will be held in the

City Council Chamber. Meeting dates, locations and times are subject to change.
Please visit the website www.cityofstockbridge.com for the meeting information,
visit our Facebook page or contact City Hall offices at 770-389-7900 for updates.

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Citywide Development Authority Meeting, 2nd Tuesday of each month 6:00
pm. City Hall Levi Meeting Room (May 9)

Main Street Advisory Board Meeting 2nd Friday of each month at 9:00 am.
at the Welcome Center 130 M L King, Sr. Heritage Trail (May 12)
. Downtown Development Authority Meeting, 3rd Tuesday of each month
Welcome Center 130 M L King, Sr. Heritage Trail (May 16)
Youth Council Advisory Committee Meeting, 6:30 pm. 3rd Tuesday of each

month Levi Meeting Room City Hall (May 16)

Planning Commission Meeting, 6:30 pm. City Hall Council Chamber 4th

Thursday of each (May 25)
City Council Work Session Meeting, Last Tuesday of each month at 6:00
pm. City Hall Council (May 30)
City Council Meeting, 2nd Monday of each month at 6:00 pm. City Hall
Council Chamber(Jun 12)
0 Youth Council
Meeting, 6:30 pm. 2nd Monday of each month City Hall

Levi Meeting Room City Hall (Jun 12)

UPCOMING CITY EVENTS/INITIATIVES

Join us for Food Truck Tuesday from 5:30 pm. to 8:30 pm. at Clark
Community Park 111 Davis Rd. Lots and great food and activities for
everyone.
0 Save the Date: Carrie May Hambrick Day, Saturday, May 13th. More
information to follow. Contact Councilman Thomas at 404-247-4972 for more
information.
. Join Councilman Thomas for the Trash Stockbridge centered around
education highlighting the causes and effects of Littering and Illegal
Dumping. More information to follow.
Henry for Music (HFM) presents the ASEP Violin Classes and Music
Program of Cotton Indian, Red Oak, and Fairview Elementary Schools &
Students from the HFM Youth Orchestra United Through Spring
Concert 2023 on Tuesday, May 16, 2023 at 7pm at the Merle Manders
Conference Center and will feature Mayor Pro Tem Barber on violin.
Honoring Veterans with a Continuous Salute all year long. Please send your
pictures of Veterans with their name, branch, rank, and years of service as
Councilman Thomas sends a salute to honor Veterans all year long. Please
send pictures to rrawls@cityofstockbridge-ga.gov
. Join Mayor Pro Tem Barber for FREE Zumba every Saturday at 8:00 am.
beginning May 6th at Gardner Community Park on E. Atlanta Rd.
The City of Stockbridge Police Department is conducting a "Teddy Bear
Drive" to benefit our partners at the Georgia Center for Child Advocacy. New
and gently used teddy bears can be left at the Police Department located at
4545 N. Henry Blvd. or scan the QR Code on the city's website to purchase
one from Amazon. Bears are used to comfort children receiving services after

significant incidents.

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Meet the Mayor, Tuesday, May 30, 2023, from 10am -
noon. Please contact
Rosalyn Rawls to schedule an appointment at 678-833-3348 or via email at

Get your tickets for the Maxwell concert taking place Day weekend
at the Stockbridge Amphitheater on Saturday, May 13th, and Sunday May
14th tickets are still available. Visit stockbridgeampcom for more information
on this concert and the 2023 Stockbridge Concert Series.

COMMENTS

Mayor Ford wished all the mothers a Happy Day; noted tickets are
still available forthe Maxwell concert this weekend for both nights; noted
COVlD-19 is still with us and encouraged everyone to get their vaccinations
and get boosted to remain healthy; and noted he and the City Clerk, Ms.
Holiday recently completed DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion)
inaugural class and extended congratulations.

ADJOURN

Councilman Alexander motioned to adjourn: Second by Councilman Blount.
The motion passed 4-0.

Res pe u ubm itted by:

Vanessa Holiday, City Clerk ntho ny S. Ford, ayor

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