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date: 2017-02-28
title: February 28, 2017 Work Session Meeting Minutes
source: 2017-02/2017-02-28_February 28, 2017 Work Session Meeting_Minutes.pdf
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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.

ACTION MINUTES
WORK SESSION
COUNCIL MEETING
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2017 6:00 p.m.
Mayor & City Council Administration
Mayor Judy Neal Michael Harris, 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
I. Call to Order - Mayor Neal 6:00 pm

II. Invocation – Red Oak United Methodist Church – Michael Brock

III. Pledge of Allegiance

IV. Roll Call Present Absent

Councilman Alexander ___X___ _______
Councilman Blount ___X___ _______
Mayor Neal ___X___ _______
Mayor Pro Tem Ford ___X___ _______
Councilwoman Gantt ___X___ _______
Councilwoman Robinson ___X___ _______
V. Adoption of the Agenda – Motion to amend the Agenda to add first item of
business – Resolution stating City’s Position opposing city of Eagle’s Landing:
Alexander/Blount – Passed 5-0.

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VI. Review of Minutes for 1/9/2017 and 1/31/2017 for approval on 3/13/2017.
No Action

Mayor Neal read Resolution No. 17-800 in opposition of the proposed city of Eagle’s
Landing into the record.

Motion to approve: Ford/Alexander – Passed 5-0.

SPECIAL PUBLIC COMMENTS RE: CITY OF EAGLE’S LANDING
 Pastor Cecilia Green – Spoke in opposition.
 Cynthia Johnson – Spoke in opposition.
 Mildred Reed – Spoke in opposition.
 Dr. Marilyn Flynn – Spoke in opposition.
 Roxie G. Harris – Spoke in opposition.
 Brett Newsome – Spoke in opposition.
 Leonard N. Reynolds – Spoke in opposition.
 Jacquelyn Carrier – Spoke in opposition.
 Sabrina Jones – opposed.
 Rusenar Anderson – opposed.

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.
 Mildred Reed – Requested city support of Council on Aging Meals for Miles campaign.
 Rusenar Anderson – Applauded the city’s parking on the street enforcement.

OLD BUSINESS
1. Council Consideration to approve the Social Media Policy.
Presented by: Michael Harris, City Manager
No Action.

NEW BUSINESS
2. 2017 Paint Henry Blue – Raising Awareness for the Prevention of Child Abuse
Kick-Off Month in Stockbridge Thursday, March 30, 2017. Request Use of
Merle Manders Conference Center 111 Davis Road 5pm -9pm
Presented by: Susan Crutchfield
Motion to approve w/budget not to exceed $1,000: Robinson/Gantt - Passed 5-0.

3. 2017 Taste of Henry Promotional Partnership
Presented by: Nan Jenkins, Director of A Friend’s House
Motion to approve promotional partnership: Gantt/Robinson - Passed 5-0.

4. Council Consideration to approve Employee Manual update.
Presented by: Renee Wheeler, Human Resources Manager
Item to be placed on the March 13th Agenda w/corrections.

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5. Council Consideration to approve Statewide Contract for Public
Works/Sewer Department #SWC-99999-SPD-000039, in the amount of
$84,548.00 with Wade Ford (Marietta, GA) for the purchase of one (1) Ford
F-550 Truck with a nine (9’) foot crane attached with a service body. This is
a one-time purchase.
Presented by: Decius Aaron, Public Works Director
Motion to approve: Gantt/Ford - Passed 5-0.

6. Council Consideration to approve Statewide Contract for Public
Works/Sewer Department #SWC-99999-SPD-ES40199373-002 in the
amount of $75,993.00 with Alan Vigil (Morrow, GA) for the purchase of three
(3) Ford F-150 Pick Up Trucks with super cabs. This is a one-time
purchase.
Presented by: Decius Aaron, Public Works Director
Motion to approve: Gantt/Ford - Passed 5-0.

7. Council Consideration to approve the recommendation of Diversified
Environmental Management, Inc. for demolition and site clearing services of
146 Burke Street, Stockbridge, GA in
Presented by: Donald R. Riley, Procurement Specialist
Motion to approve: Blount/Gantt - Passed 5-0.

8. Council Consideration to approve use of the City’s Community Center for
Senior Citizens Fun Night to be held on March 23, 2017.
Presented by: Councilwoman LaKeisha Gantt
Motion to approve: Gantt/Ford - Passed 5-0.

DISCUSSION
9. Fiber Optic Connection
Presented by: Steven Lease & Ben Johnson of Liberty Technology
No Action

10. Request for Amendment of the City’s Zoning Code In regards to brick facade
requirement to be applied throughout the City.
Presented by: Michael Williams, City Attorney & Bill Johnson (Code Consultant)
Public Hearing item to be placed on the March 13, 2017 Agenda.

COMMENTS FROM THE CITY MANAGER
Mr. Harris noted the LMIG projects began today and the Mays Rd. Culvert will be
mobilizing next week; Vision/Mission/Values will be memorialized for viewing; Main
Street Program RSVP Grant application (6-9 month process) cost $45,000 -
$65,000 and proposes the use of funds from sale of property with Council
approval; congratulated Mike Ireland of the Henry County Police Dept. North
Precinct who was recently promoted to Captain.

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COMMENTS FROM THE CITY COUNCIL
 Councilman Alexander thanked everyone for coming out; thanked everyone
for their support to oppose the proposed city of Eagle’s Landing and noted
that he along with his neighbors are included in the proposed city and were
not asked.
 Councilman Blount echoed the previous comments noting his neighborhood
was also included in the proposed city of Eagle’s Landing and likewise was
not asked; thanked colleagues and the Mayor for the support to oppose to
proposed city.
 Mayor Pro Tem Ford asked everyone to keep the faith as they try to move
the city forward; noted he was glad to see the Mayor and Council united and
moving the City forward.
 Councilwoman Gantt thanked everyone for coming out and looks forward to
a great 2017.
 Councilwoman Robinson thanked staff and the presenters; congratulated
Captain Ireland; and wanted citizens to know they are all fighting for
Stockbridge.

COMMENTS FROM THE MAYOR
 Mayor Neal thanked everyone for coming out and referenced the Agenda
copies in the lobby with the upcoming meetings and events; and referenced
the Paint Henry Blue campaign that will kick off in Stockbridge on Thursday,
March 30, 2017.
All meetings 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.

OFFICIAL CITY MEETINGS
 Main Street Advisory Board Meeting scheduled for Friday, March 10, 2017 has
been canceled.

 Council Meeting – Monday, March 13, 2017 - 6:00 p.m.- City Hall Chamber

 Stockbridge Zoning Advisory Board Meeting – Thursday, March 23, 2017 at
6:00 p.m. at City Hall in the Levi Meeting Room.

 Downtown Development Authority Board Meeting – Monday, March 27, 2017 at
6:00 p.m. at City Hall in the Levi Meeting Room

 Council Work Session – Tuesday, March 28, 2017 - 6:00 p.m. - City Hall Chamber.

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COUNCIL MEMBER COMMUNITY MEETINGS AND/OR INITIATIVES
 Coffee w/a Cop – Hosted by Mayor Pro Tem Ford- Date and Location to be
announced.

 Senior Fun Night – Hosted by Councilwoman Gantt – March 23, 2017.
Details to follow.

CIVIC EVENTS
 Paint Henry Blue, Kick-Off Campaign in Stockbridge, Thursday, March 30, 2017
at 6:00 p.m.

EXECUTIVE SESSION (If necessary)
Motion to convene Executive Session for Real Estate, Litigation and Personnel:
Gantt/Ford – Passed 5-0. 8:38pm

Motion to adjourn Executive Session: Ford/Gantt – Passed 5-0.

Motion to reconvene: Gantt/Ford – Passed 5-0.

Motion to adjourn: Gantt/Ford – Passed 5-0. 9:53pm

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