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date: 2016-03-14
title: Regular Council Meetings Minutes
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Stockbridge
Bringing People Together

ACTION MINUTES
COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, MARCH 14, 2016 6:00 p.m.
Mayor & City Council Administration
Mayor Pro Tem- Anthony S. Ford Michael Harris, City Manager
Councilman Elton Alexander Vanessa Holiday, City Clerk
Councilman John Blount Randi Rainey, Deputy City Clerk
Councilwoman LaKeisha Gantt Michael Williams, City Attorney
Councilwoman Neat Robinson
I. Call to Order

II. Invocation – Associate Pastor – Red Oak UMC

III. Pledge of Allegiance

IV. Roll Call Present Absent

Councilman Alexander ___x___ ______
Councilman Blount ___x___ ______
Mayor Pro Tem Ford ___x___ ______
Councilwoman Gantt ___x___ ______
Councilwoman Robinson ___x___ ______

V. Adoption of the Agenda – Motion to amend the Agenda made by
Councilwoman Gantt to move Item #6 City’s Solid Waste Conversion
forward to item #2 on the Agenda; second by Councilwoman Robinson.
Passed 5-0.

2nd Motion to amend the Agenda to add Item #7 Easter Egg Hunt under
Discussion made by Councilman Alexander; second by Councilwoman
Robinson. Passed 5-0.
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VI. Adoption of Minutes: Motion to adopt the Minutes of 1/11/2016 and
1/26/2016 made by Councilwoman Gantt; second by Councilman Blount.
Passed 5-0.

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. Judy Neal referenced an event by Clayton/Henry Genealogical Society being
held at Cannon Cleveland Funeral Home on 5/14/16 at 2pm featuring “Carrie Mae
Hambrick’s” story. This is a fundraiser event. Additionally, the Historical Society in
McDonough offers ancestor search services for $35.

CEREMONIAL
Proclamation – Dutchtown High School – College Board AP Champ
Presented by: Councilman Blount
Mayor Pro Tem Ford and Councilman Blount read to Principal Shaw, Assistant
Principal Stanton, Athletic Coach and several students of the AP Honors Program
a Proclamation referencing the schools’ many academic and athletic accolades.

Proclamation – Women’s History Month
Presented by: Councilman Alexander
Mayor Pro Tem Ford presented a Proclamation for Women’s History Month and
several women of the community were acknowledged by Councilman Alexander
and received certificates and flowers.

PRESENTATIONS
ITEM #1 – Henry County Planning and Zoning
(PTD) Planned Town Development Ordinance Process
Presented by: Stacey Jordan, Henry County Planning & Zoning Office
Stacey Jordan of the Henry County Planning Office presented an overview of the
City’s Zoning Code: 8.36.050 relating to (PTD) Planned Town Development.

OLD BUSINESS
Item #2 – City’s Solid Waste Conversion
Presented by: Michael Harris, City Manager
Mr. Don Collins of Waste Industries presented the new Solid Waste Program for the
City of Stockbridge that will begin on May 1, 2016.

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ITEM #3 –Resolution - Stockbridge/Flint, MI Sister City Measure.
Presented by: Councilman Alexander
Motion to approve Resolution made by Mayor Pro Tem Ford; second by
Councilman Alexander. Passed 5-0. Councilman Alexander presented a certificate
to Broadway Arta and Dance Academy for their water collection efforts for Flint, MI
residents.

NEW BUSINESS

PUBLIC HEARING

ITEM #4 – PLANNING & ZONING – PUBLIC HEARING
Variance Number VR-16-01-S – Red Oak Village of Stockbridge, LP of Clarkson, MO
requests a variance from development regulations for the property located on the
southeast side of Rock Quarry Road at Red Oak Road in Land Lots 29 and 30 of the
12th District. The property consists of 10.0 +/- acres, and the request is for age-
restricted multi-family housing.
Presented by: Administration and Community Services Director, Dale Hall

Public Hearing

Applicant: Jim Makel, Director of Acquisitions & Development spoke in favor of the
proposed Variance.

No one else spoke in favor. No one spoke in opposition. The Public Hearing closed.
Motion to approve made by Mayor Pro Tem Ford; No Second. Motion Failed.

ITEM #5 – Code of Conduct for Officials of the City of Stockbridge
Presented by: Michael Williams, City Attorney
Motion to approve Resolution authorizing the Code of Conduct for Officials of the
City of Stocbkridge made by Councilwoman Gantt; second by Councilman Blount.
Passed 5-0

Motion to approve the Ordinance for Code of Conduct for Officials of the City of
Stockbridge made by Councilwoman Gantt; second by Councilwoman Robinson.
Passed 5-0.

COUNCIL DISCUSSION
ITEM #6 – Request for Resolution to Authorize Use of the Merle Manders
Conference Center for the Annual Back to School Event July 30, 2016.
Presented by: Councilman Blount.
Motion to approve made by Councilman Blount; second by Councilwoman Gantt.
Passed 5-0.

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ITEM #7 – Easter Egg Hunt – Partner with Broadway Arts and Dance Academy to
hold Easter Egg Hunt in Memorial Park and Waive Park Rental Fee request.
Presented by: Councilman Alexander
Motion to approve made by Councilman Alexander; second by Councilwoman
Robinson. Motion Failed 1-4 w/Councilman Alexander in favor.

Motion to convene Executive Session for Items A, F, H made by Councilwoman
Gantt; second by Councilman Blount. Passed 5-0

EXECUTIVE SESSION (Exemptions to the Georgia Open Meetings Act)
 A. Meeting to discuss or vote to authorize the settlement of a matter covered by the attorney-client
privilege as provided in Georgia Code section 50-14-2(1) and 50-14-3(b)(1)(A). The subject
discussed was [identify the case or claim discussed but not the substance of the attorney-client
discussion].

 B. Meeting to discuss or vote to authorize negotiations to purchase, dispose of or lease property as
provided in Georgia Code section 50-14-3(b)(1)(B).

 C. Meeting to discuss or vote to authorize the ordering of an appraisal related to the acquisition or
disposal of real estate as provided in Georgia Code section 50-14-3(b)(1)(C).

 D. Meeting to discuss or vote to enter into a contract to purchase, dispose of, or lease property
subject to approval in a subsequent public vote as provided in Georgia Code section
50-14-3(b)(1)(D).

 E. Meeting to discuss or vote to enter into an option to purchase, dispose of, or lease real estate
subject to approval in a subsequent public vote as provided in Georgia Code section
50-14-3(b)(1)(E).

 F. Meeting to discuss or deliberate upon the appointment, employment, compensation, hiring,
disciplinary action or dismissal, or periodic evaluation or rating of a public officer or employee as
provided in Georgia Code section 50-14-3(b)(2).

 G. Meeting to interview one or more applicants for the position of the executive head of an agency as
provided in Georgia Code section 50-14-3(b)(2).
 H. Pursuant to the attorney-client privilege and as provided by Georgia Code section 50-14-2(1), a
meeting otherwise required to be open was closed to the public in order to consult and meet with
legal counsel pertaining to pending or potential litigation, settlement, claims, administrative
proceedings, or other judicial actions brought or to be brought by or against the agency or any
officer or employee or in which the agency or any officer or employee may be directly involved and
the matter discussed was [identify the matter but not the substance of the discussion].

 I. Staff meeting held for investigative purposes under duties or responsibilities imposed by law as
provided by Georgia Code section 50-14-3(a) (1).

Motion to adjourn Executive Session made by Councilman Alexander; second by
Councilwoman Gantt. Passed 5-0

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Motion to reconvene Council Meeting made by Councilman Alexander; second by
Councilwoman Robinson. Passed 5-0

CITY MANAGER’S COMMENTS

Michael Harris – No Comments

COUNCIL’S COMMENTS

Councilman Alexander referenced a request for a budget discussion at the
upcoming Work Session; reflected on honoring community women for Women’s
History Month; referenced Sounds of Summer concerts and Food Truck Tuesdays
and budget challenges.

Councilman Blount thanked everyone for coming out and commended Dutchtown
High School for their awards and accomplishments; noted that he likes the
progress being made by the City; and thanked colleagues for moving the City
forward.

Councilwoman Gantt thanked everyone for attending the meeting; referenced the
next Finance Committee meeting on April 30th; stated her excitement about the
upcoming Food Truck Tuesdays; noted the Walk Talk Love Stockbridge event
coming to neighborhoods; thanked staff for their efforts; and asked for continued
support and prayers.

Councilwoman Robinson thanked everyone for coming out; thanked Councilman
Alexander for acknowledging the Women Trailblazers of the Community; thanked
City Manager and City Attorney for their efforts; noted volunteers are needed to
assist with City Events and check the website for more info; and thanked women
colleagues elected to serve.

MAYOR PRO TEM’S COMMENTS

Anthony S. Ford noted he was happy to see the women being honored tonight as
an outstanding opportunity; and wished everyone a Happy Easter.

ANNOUNCEMENT OF UPCOMING MEETINGS & EVENTS
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.

 Coffee with a Cop, Spearheaded by Mayor Pro Tem Ford, Saturday, March
19, 2016 from 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at Bridgeview Country Cooking 4727 N
Henry Blvd, Stockbridge, GA 30281

 Walk, Talk, Love Stockbridge, Spearheaded by Councilwoman Gantt,
Saturday, March 19, 2016, at Ansley Park Neighborhood 555 Davis Rd. at
10:30 a.m.

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 Building Committee Meeting, Chairperson Mayor Pro Tem Ford, Tuesday,
March 22, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. in the Patrick Henry Meeting Room – City Hall.

 Public Works Town Hall Meeting, Chairperson Councilwoman Robinson,
Thursday, March 24, 2016 at 6:30 p.m. - City Hall Council Chamber.

 Work Session Meeting Tuesday, March 29, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. - City Hall
Council Chamber.
 Public Works Committee Meeting, Chairperson Councilwoman Robinson,
Wednesday, March 30, 2016 at 5:00 p.m. in the Patrick Henry Meeting Room
– City Hall.

 Finance Committee Meeting, Chairperson Councilwoman Gantt, Wednesday,
March 30, 2016 at 5:30 p.m. in the Levi Meeting Room – City Hall.

 Community Relations Committee Meeting, Chairperson Councilman Blount,
Wednesday, March 30, 2016 at 6:30 p.m. in the Levi Meeting Room – City
Hall.

 Council Meeting Monday, April 11, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. – City Hall Council
Chamber.

 Food Truck Tuesdays begins Tuesday, April 12, 2016 – 5:30 p.m. City Hall
Parking Lot.

Motion to adjourn made by Councilwoman Gantt; second by Councilwoman
Robinson. Passed 5-0

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