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date: 1976-04-12
title: April 12, 1976 Minutes
source: 1976-04/1976-04-12_April 12, 1976_Minutes.pdf
pages: 1
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April 12, 1976

CITY OF STOCKBRIDGE
HENRY COUNTY, GEORGIA APRIL 12, 1976

The regular meeting of the Stockbridge City Council was held April 12, 1976 at 7:30 p.m. with Mayor Hart
presiding and all Council members present.

Walker McGarity, Henry County Planning Commission, and Bill Clark represented Perry Foster and Mrs. J.
W. Clark Sr. at a zoning hearing for the purpose of changing the zoning classification on property located on
Davis Road, District 12, Land Lot 69, Map 5, Block 1, Parcel 1. This property is presently zoned RA-200 and
they are requesting a R-85 single family residential status for the west portion along Davis Road and a M-1
light industry for the east portion bordering the railroad.

Motion was made by Ross McMichael to approve the change in zoning subject to developers following
regulations outlined in the Henry County Zoning Ordinance, seconded by John Dabney and passed
unanimously.

Residents from Creek Circle were present to request sewer line be installed on their street. Mayor Hart
advised them that the City was in the process of securing cost estimates and would be able to give them a
definite answer after existing sewer contract is complete. At that time, we will be able to determine if funds
are available.

Minutes approved as read.

Jack Oakman, Fire Chief, read a letter outlining the current status of the fire department and why it is
necessary to make certain changes to maintain a Class 8 insurance rating for residents to enjoy low insurance
premiums.

Mayor Hart introduced a proposal from the fire department requesting the City consider purchasing a 1973
repossessed Ford fire truck. Council instructed Jack Oakman and Jim Butcher to inspect the fire truck
thoroughly and see that it is in good condition. Motion was made by John Dabney to purchase fire truck at
20% down, balance over 5 years, seconded by Jim Butcher and passed unanimously.

Mayor Hart made recommendation to Council to purchase radio system for the fire department consisting of
1 base unit, 1 mobile unit, 5 pagers, 2 walkie talkies to be purchased on an annual installment basis through
the bank. Motion was made by Jim Butcher to purchase radio equipment, seconded by Ross McMichael and
passed unanimously. *See page 2.
Motion was made by Jim Butcher to recondition 1972 Chevrolet police car and convert to fire department to
be used to make fire inspections at schools and businesses, seconded by W. A. Gardner and passed
unanimously.

Ronald Kelley informed Council that Hale Contracting will make repairs to paving caused by sewer
construction. Motion was made by Ross McMichael to repave Hillcrest, Ceresa and Old Atlanta Road,
seconded by John Dabney and passed unanimously.
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Ken Leonard, Engineer with John J. Hart Associates reported to Council that according to his latest figures,
there would be approximately $25,000 of the existing EPA grant remaining to apply toward sewering Creek
Circle but this is not a final figure. He advised that the City would not qualify for any funds for the purpose of
adding sewer service lines under the future grant programs.

He also reported that EPA indicates they plan to approve Brush Creek line and have allocated funds. Brush
Creek and Creek Circle should be bid together to cut construction costs

Council discussed side of the road trash pick up. Motion was made by Ross McMichael to charge $2.00 to
pick up old appliances and $5.00 for one full truckload of trash, seconded by Jim Butcher and passed
unanimously. To be effective June 1, 1976.

Jim Butcher brought to the attention of the Council that Louise Mays owes an outstanding water bill of $24.00
on the duplex on Highway 42. Tenants left owing this amount and according to City policy, the property
owner is responsible for the bill. The water to remain on and City to collect past due amount.

Meeting adjourned 9:45 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

Merle Manders George W. Hart, Jr.
City Clerk Mayor

*Total cost of radio equipment was estimated at $4,500, minus $1,300 the Fire Department will donate.
