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date: 2013-09-09
title: September 9, 2013 Minutes
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September 9, 2013

COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
CITY OF STOCKBRIDGE
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2013 6:00 pm

City Council
Administration
Mark Alarcon, Mayor
David A. Milliron, City Manager
Richard Steinberg, Mayor Pro Tem
Rhonda A. Blackmon, City Clerk
Robin Buschman, Councilwoman
Bill Linkous, City Attorney
Harold Cochran, Councilman
Shirley Dabney, Councilwoman
Alphonso Thomas, Councilman

Call to Order by the Mayor at 6:02pm

Invocation by Bishop Bryer

Pledge of Allegiance was in unison

Adopt Agenda; Richard Steinberg made a motion to remove item #6 and the executive
session; a second was made by Shirley Dabney; the motion passed 5-0.

Adopt Minutes: Work Session August 6, 2013
Council Meeting August 12, 2013

The Mayor asked for a motion to engross the above listed minutes; Richard Steinberg made the
motion; a second was made by Harold Cochran; the motion passed 5-0.

CEREMONIAL

Item # 1 - Presented by Mark Alarcon, Mayor

Proclamation: Honoring Frank’s Faithful #94; Mayor read the proclamation into the record and
presented it to Ms. Eloise Archibald, Ms. Mary Brock, Tyrone Anderson, Eugene Edwards and
Mr. Moses.

Proclamation: Marking Constitution Week; the Mayor read the proclamation in to the record
and presented it to Ms. Pat Rosser and Ms. Amy Penn.

Proclamation: Red Ribbon Week; the Mayor explained the proclamation and stated that the
organization wanted the proclamation mailed and not framed.

Certificates: The Mayor presented certificates honoring those who worked on the Sign
Ordinance Steering Committee

CONSENT AGENDA

Item # 2

Resolution: Sign Moratorium Extension; Resolution: GCIC/NCIC User Agreement Resolution

Robin Buschman made a motion; a second was made by Harold Cochran; the motion passed 5-

OLD BUSINESS

Item # 3 - Presented by David Milliron, City Manager

RFP 2013-003: City Hall Turnaround project; David Milliron stated that this was a
recommendation of award for the City Hall Turnaround project. This has gone through the
appropriate processes and the low bidder is Northeast Concrete Company. We have also
contracted with Falcon Design in regards to the bidding process by the responsive bidder. David
Milliron referred to Adam Price and Mr. Price spoke about the bidding and the estimate that was
done. Mr. Price spoke about the options for the wall for the base bid and the alternate bid.
Falcon Design has recommended the alternate bid option. Mayor said that he is excited about
what has been presented tonight. Richard Steinberg asked if we are compromising any quality
issues or sustainability of the wall. Mr. Price said it is not compromising any quality or
sustainability of the wall and will not affect longevity of the wall. Richard Steinberg made a
motion to accept the alternate bid of $144,093.00; a second was made by Shirley Dabney; the
motion passed 5-0. The Mayor talked about the advantages of this project.

Item # 4 - Presented by David Milliron, City Manager

Ordinance: Homebrew competition ordinance; David Milliron said that this was a consensus
from the work session and the added request of including wine in the ordinance. Mr. Milliron
explained the competition ordinance. Robin Buschman made the motion; a second was made
by Shirley Dabney; Alphonso Thomas spoke about the issues he raised at the work session that
the City should not be in a position that we are promoting public intoxication or that we are going
to reward for being intoxicated. Some of the verbiage has been changed and Mr. Thomas
stated that he does feel better about it with the new verbiage. He also had a concern about
citizens and pedestrians related to motorists leaving an event. The Mayor spoke about the point
that the City will not be funding any of these events. David Milliron wanted to make sure that it
was clear that the Council has passed an ordinance regulating the process and laws. This is
not a brew fest and it allows for a permitting process. The motion passed 4-1 with Alphonso
Thomas as abstained.

NEW BUSINESS

Item # 5 – Presented by David Milliron, City Manager

Resolution: Purchase of lighting equipment and installation for S. Berry Street Project; David
Milliron stated that this is a request to spend $86,879.00 on the purchase and installation of 21
decorative light fixtures for the South Berry Streetscape and Eagles Landing project. Mr. Milliron
explained why this was not included when the project was presented. Georgia Power will not
move forward until this is approved and the payment distributed. Today was the start date of
South Berry Street and they have a 45 day window. Mr. Milliron then explained how this was to
be paid for. The Mayor said the aesthetics will be the same throughout the City by taking this
action. Harold Cochran made a motion; a second was made by Shirley Dabney; the motion
passed 5-0.

Item # 6 – Presented by David Milliron, City Manager

Resolution: Reeves Creek Trail Phase II; this item was removed from the agenda.

Item # 7 – Presented by David Milliron, City Manager
Ordinance: Re-setting Meeting Dates for October 2013; the Mayor stated the reason for
rearranging the meeting dates for October. David Milliron stated that there will be a Special
Called Meeting but the date has not been set as of yet as it is pending the public hearing for
item #9 on tonight’s agenda. Richard Steinberg made a motion to amend the meeting dates as
specified; a second was made by Robin Buschman; the motion passed 5-0.

PUBLIC HEARING

Item # 8 - Presented by David Milliron, City Manager

Permit: Conditional Use Permit for Islamic Society of South Atlanta (requires public hearing);
David Milliron introduced the item.

The Mayor opened the public hearing for the Conditional Use Permit at 7:02pm. There were no
comments made under the public hearing. The public hearing was closed.

Richard Steinberg made a motion for the extension for the Islamic Society of South Atlanta; a
second was made by Harold Cochran; the motion passed 5-0.

Item # 9 – Presented by David Milliron, City Manager

Ordinance: New Proposed Sign Ordinance: David Milliron introduced the legislation. He stated
this is not the forum for proponents or opponents but comments on the draft itself.

The Mayor asked the City Attorney and he recommended each side be given five (5) minutes to
speak for and/or against the item.

The Mayor opened up the public hearing at 7:07pm.

There was no one that came forward during the public hearing. The public hearing was closed.

ANNOUNCEMENT OF UPCOMING MEETINGS & EVENTS

All Meetings Will Be Held At City Hall Unless Otherwise Noted. Meetings dates and times are
subject to change so please confirm with City Hall at 770.389.7900 or via
www.cityofstockbridge.com
? September 19 @ 3:30 pm: Downtown Development Authority Meeting

? October 7: Last day a person may register and be eligible to vote in the Municipal General
Election and any applicable Runoff. To register to vote or check our registration status go to
http://mvp.sos.state.ga.us/

? October 7 @ 6:00 pm: State of the City Address and Reception

? October 10 @ 5:00 pm: Urban Redevelopment Agency Meeting

? October 10 from 6:00 to 9:00 pm: Candidate Forum for 2013 Municipal Election at Merle
Manders Conference Center

? October 14 to 18: Countywide Advance Voting from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm at the Henry County
Elections Office, 345 Phillips Drive, in McDonough. Excluding Sundays. Registered voters in
Henry County, including unincorporated Henry County and the cities of Stockbridge,
Hampton, McDonough and Locust Grove can advance vote at the county office.

? October 19 to November 1: Early Voting from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm at the Ted Strickland
Community Center, 130 North Berry Street, in Stockbridge. Excluding Sundays. Registered
voters in Henry County, including unincorporated Henry County and the cities of
Stockbridge, Hampton, McDonough and Locust Grove can also early vote at the county
office.

? November 5: Election Day from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm at the Ted Strickland Community
Center, 130 North Berry Street, in Stockbridge, and at all county precincts.

PUBLIC COMMENTS
The Public Comment session is an opportunity for citizens to address the Mayor and Council on items specific to the published
agenda. This is not a public question and answer session. The Mayor will recognize individuals to speak, whom are requested to
confine their comments to no more than three minutes. Please state your name and address for the record prior to speaking on
your topic. Mayor also noted that there would be no more comment on item #8 or item #9 as they were discussed during the public
hearing portion.

Anthony Ford at 708 Lily Glen Lane asked about the candidacy forum and who would be running that or facilitating
that. Mr. Milliron stated that the local news media organizations are running this and we are facilitating the facility only.

Motion to Adjourn; Robin Buschman made the motion; a second was made by Richard
Steinberg; the motion passed 5-0. The meeting adjourned at 7:16pm.
RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED BY:

Rhonda A. Blackmon, City Clerk Mark A. Alarcon, Mayor
