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STOCKBRIDGE Work Session Meeting
CITY COUNCIL Agenda
Mayor At–Large July 29, 2025 6:00 PM
Anthony S. Ford

Mayor Pro Tem LaKeisha Gantt

Council District 1

Councilmember Alphonso Thomas

Council District 2

Councilmember Kyle D. Berry, Sr.

Council District 3

Councilmember Yolanda Barber

Council District 4

Councilmember Elton Alexander

Council District 5

CITY MANAGER Stockbridge City Hall

Vacant 4640 N. Henry Blvd.
CITY CLERK
Stockbridge, GA 30281
Vanessa Holiday
Website: www.stockbridgega.org
CITY TREASURER
Frank Milazi Phone: 770-389-7900
CITY ATTORNEY Fax: 770-389-7912
Quinton G. Washington
Translation and Interpretation Services are available with
(7) days prior notice. Please contact the City’s Human
Resource Manager at 770-389-7908 for assistance.
AGENDA
WORK SESSION MEETING
CITY OF STOCKBRIDGE
TUESDAY, JULY 29, 2025 6:00 PM

CALL TO ORDER

INVOCATION

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

ROLL CALL

ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA

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.

REVIEW OF THE MINUTES
1 Review of the July 15, 2025 Council Meeting Minutes

PRESENTATIONS
2 CITY MANAGER'S REPORT 2ND QUARTER 2025 - Includes: Reports from
Finance, Clerk's Office, Governing Body Administration, Information
Technology, Human Resources, Public Works, Community Development,
Economic Development, Events, Municipaql Court, Police Department,
Downtown Development Authority, Citywide Development Authority and Youth
Council - Presented by: Acting City Manager - Mayor Ford
3 Economic Development Presentation - Special Services District - Presented by:
Gerald Sanders, John Ernst

OLD BUSINESS
4 Council Consideration to adopt the SSD (Special Services District) Map.
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NEW BUSINESS
5 Council Consideration to fill a vacancy and appoint a member to the Main
Street Advisory Board and fill the remainder of the term. - Presented by: Megan
McCulloch
6 TEXT AMENDMENT CASE #TX-2025-01 (Citywide.) FIRST READING
Council consideration of a text amendment to amend Title 12 (Unified
Development Code), Section 2.5.3 (e) and Section 2.5.3 (f) of the City of
Stockbridge Code of Ordinances relating to the Downtown Village (DT) Overlay
District, so as to add certain uses to the list of "Special Uses" requiring a
Special Use Permit, and to remove certain uses from the list of prohibited uses
to allow them to now be permitted uses, provided that certain requirements are
met; to provide for severability; to repeal conflicting ordinances; to provide an
effective date; and for other purposes.
- Presented by: Ryan Anderson
7 TEXT AMENDMENT CASE #TX-2025-02. (Citywide.) FIRST READING
Council consideration of a text amendment for Personal Care Homes to replace
Sections 3.2.28 and 3.2.29 in Chapter 3 of the Stockbridge Unified
Development Code (UDC) to create a new section to combine, revise, and
augment the provisions, standards, licensing, regulations, and oversight for
Personal Care Homes; to amend Chapter 9.70 within Title 9 of the Stockbridge
Code of Ordinances to add a new section which allows for the provisions,
standards, licensing, regulation, and oversight of Personal Care Homes (as are
distinguished from day care centers, family day care centers, and group day
care homes) within the City of Stockbridge; to establish supplemental use
standards for Personal Care Homes for one to six unrelated adults; to identify
zoning districts where such uses are permitted by Special Use Permit; to
establish compliance, operational, and development standards; to amend the
Home Occupation section; and for other purposes. Currently, the City of
Stockbridge has no mechanism for licensing and regulating Personal Care
Homes. - Presented by: Ryan Anderson
8 CITY OF STOCKBRIDGE SHORT-TERM WORK PROGRAM / CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT ELEMENT (STWP/CIE) FOR 2026-2030. (Citywide.)
Council Consideration to authorize Mayor Ford's signature on a letter to
transmit the City of Stockbridge 2026-2030 STWP/CIE (Short-Term Work
Program/Capital Improvement Element) to the Atlanta Regional Commission
(ARC). - Presented by: Ryan Anderson
9 Council consideration for approving forfeited vehicle to our fleet in order to
enhance police operations. - Presented by: Richard Godfrey
10 Council consideration to approve an emergency procurement exception
increasing the Stockbridge Police Department's FY2025 spending authority
with Legacy Ford to an amount not to exceed $95,000. This authorization is
necessary to cover $22,955.69 in outstanding invoices and $21,000 in
projected vehicle maintenance costs over the next 60 days while a competitive
Request for Proposals (RFP) is finalized.

- Presented by: Frank Trammer
July 29, 2025 6:00 PM 4640 N. Henry Stockbridge, GA 30281 Phone: (770) 389-7900
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ANNOUNCEMENTS OF UPCOMING MEETINGS & EVENTS
UPCOMING MEETINGS & ANNOUNCEMENTS: Council meetings will be held
in the City Council Chamber. Meeting dates, locations and times are subject
to change or contact City Hall offices at 770-389-7900 or visit the website
www.stockbridgega.org for updates.

• Youth Council Meeting, Monday, August 4th at 6:30 p.m. – City Hall Levi
Room
• Citizens Police Advisory Council – Meetings are held on the first
Thursday of each month in the Stockbridge PD Community Room at
6:30 p.m. (Aug 7)
• Main Street Advisory Board – Meetings are held on the second Friday of
each month at the Downtown Connection Center 130 M L King Sr.
Heritage Trail at 9:00 a.m. (Aug 8)
• The first Millage Rate Public Hearing previously set for Monday, August
4th has been rescheduled for Monday, August 11th at 10:00 a.m. and
the Second Millage Rate Public Hearing will also take place on August
4th at 6:30 p.m.– City Hall Council Chamber (Aug 11)
• The City Council Meeting held on the second Monday of each
month.will convene at a special time of 7:00 p.m. following the Millage
Rate Public Hearing – City Hall Council Chamber (Aug 11)
• Citywide Development Authority – Meetings are held on the second
Tuesday of each month (unless otherwise noted) in the Levi Room at
6:00 p.m. (Aug 12)
• Community Zoning Information Meeting – Wednesday, August 13th in
the City Hall Council Chamber at 6:00 p.m. (Aug 13)
• The Third and Final Millage Rate Public Hearing and Adoption has been
rescheduled and will take place on Monday, August 18th at 10:00 a.m. –
City Hall Council Chamber (Aug 18)
• Downtown Development Authority – Meetings are held on the third
Tuesday of each month at the Downtown Connection Center 130 M L
King Sr. Heritage Trail at 6:00 p.m. (Aug 19)
• Youth Council Advisory Committee – Meetings are held on the third
Tuesday of each month – City Hall Levi Room at 6:30 p.m. (Aug 19)
• Planning Commission – Meetings are held on the third Thursday of
each month at City Hall in the Council Chamber at 6:30 p.m. (Aug 21)
• City Council Work Session – Meeting are held on the Last Tuesday of
each month at City Hall in the Council Chamber (Aug 26)

UPCOMING CITY EVENTS/INITIATIVES

• Join Main Street for the Tiny Tent Concert Series Fridays from 6pm to
8pm at the Stockbridge Connection Center, 130 M L King Sr. Heritage
Trail. Bring your lawn chairs. (Weather Permitting)

July 29, 2025 6:00 PM 4640 N. Henry Stockbridge, GA 30281 Phone: (770) 389-7900
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• Join Mayor Pro Tem Gantt for FREE Line Dance Class on Wednesday,
July 30th from 6pm – 8pm at the Merle Manders Conference Center.
Bring your own fan!
• Join Councilman Thomas & Councilman Berry in partnership for the
monthly Bingo Bash on Wednesday, August 20th from 10am – noon at
the Merle Manders Conference Center. Lots of fun to be had by all.
• Join Mayor Anthony Ford for the monthly Meet the Mayor - Monday,
August 25th from 10am – noon at City Hall. Meetings are by
appointment.
• The Economic Development Department host a FREE Business Health
Clinic on the 2nd Thursday of every month from 9am – 12pm at the
Stockbridge Connection Center 130 M L King Sr. Heritage Trail. Check
the Health of Your Business with the FREE Clinic.
• Councilman Thomas is honoring Veterans with a Continuous Salute all
year long. Please send your pictures of Veterans with their name,
branch, rank, and years of service.
• Join Councilman Thomas for the Don’t Trash Stockbridge initiative
centered around education, highlighting the causes and effects of
Littering and Illegal Dumping. More information to follow.
• Sign Up for real-time alerts about severe weather, road closures and
emergencies on the Regroup App. Visit the city’s website or social
media pages for more information on how and where to sign up. Stay
Safe!
• Municipal Election Qualifying takes place Monday August 18 – Friday
August 22 from 8:30am to 4:30pm (closed from 12-1). More information
is available on the City Clerk’s Department page on the city’s website at
stockbridgega.org

Please contact Rosalynd Rawls to schedule an appointment for Meet the
Mayor and for more information on Council Initiatives at 678-833-3348 or via
email: rrawls@stockbridgega.org

2025 CONCERT SEASON SCHEDULE

• Saturday, August 16 – Stockbridge Jazz Festival hosted by Tommy
Davidson, featuring David Benoit, Jazz Funk Soul, EFX Allstars,
Chandra Currelley, Sonny Emory, Norman Brown, Jennifer Holliday,
Karen Briggs, Eric Darius, and Keiko Matsui
• Friday, August 29th – Parti-Gras Tour featuring Bret Michaels and
Special Guests Lupe Fiasco and Chapel Hart
• Saturday, August 30th – Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis celebrating 40
years of iconic music featuring performances by Reuben Studdard,
Deborah Cox, MC Lyte, Jordan Knight, Yolanda Adams, Chante Moore,
Morris Day & Jerome Benton, Cherrelle, and Ann Nesby
• Saturday, September 13th – For Lovers & Friends featuring Tank with
special guest Lyfe Jennings, and Ginuwine
July 29, 2025 6:00 PM 4640 N. Henry Stockbridge, GA 30281 Phone: (770) 389-7900
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• Friday, September 6th & Saturday, September 7th, Southern Soul
Weekend featuring King George, Tucka, West Love, Pokey Bear, TK
Soul Tywaun Moore, and Tonio Armani
• Saturday, September 20th – Do the Reggae Tour 2025 featuring Ziggy
Marley and Burning Spear

MAYOR'S COMMENTS (Mayor Anthony Ford)

EXECUTIVE SESSION (Exemptions to the Georgia Open Meetings Acts)

ADJOURNMENT

July 29, 2025 6:00 PM 4640 N. Henry Stockbridge, GA 30281 Phone: (770) 389-7900
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
SUMMARY MINUTES
TUESDAY, JULY 15, 2025 6:00 P.M.
Mayor & City Council
Mayor Anthony S. Ford At-Large
Mayor Pro Tem LaKeisha Gantt – Council District 1
Councilmember Alphonso Thomas – Council District 2
Councilmember Kyle D. Berry, Sr. – Council District 3
Councilmember Yolanda Barber – Council District 4
Councilmember Elton Alexander – Council District 5
Administration
Vacant – City Manager
Vanessa Holiday – City Clerk
Frank Milazi – City Treasurer
Quinton Washington – City Attorney
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.

Invocation by Mayor Ford at 6:034 p.m.

Invocation by: Mr. Jerry Mays

The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by all in attendance.

City Clerk, Vanessa Holiday was asked to proceed with a verbal roll call. All the
members were present except Councilmember Berry. Mayor Ford, Mayor Pro Tem
Gantt, Councilmember Alexander, and Councilmember Barber were present in the
Chamber, and Councilmember Thomas was present via teleconference.

Motion to amend the Agenda to defer the following Items that will not be heard this
evening and will be removed from the Agenda at the Applicant’s Request to be heard at
a future date: Item #4 Appeal Case No. AP-2025-01; Item #7 Annexation Case No. AX-
2025-01; Item #8 Comp Plan Amendment Case No. CP-2025-01; Item #9 Rezoning
Case No. RZ-2025-01 was made by Mayor Pro Tem Gantt;
Councilmember Alexander stated staff has spoken with the Applicant, noting the
Applicant was present and wants to move forward with the case.
Mayor Pro Tem Gantt continued with the Public Hearing Announcement, stating the
following Items will not be heard this evening and have been withdrawn by the Applicant

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Item #5 Comp Plan Amendment Case No. CP-2025-02; and Item #6 Rezoning Case
No. RZ-2025-03.
Mayor Ford asked Mr. Anderson to confirm that a request regarding Items #7, #8, and #9
was submitted to defer these items at the request of the Applicant.
Mr. Anderson confirmed, stating the cases were deferred until staff spoke with the
Applicant today, who has decided to move forward with the referenced cases.
Mr. Anderson requested the order of the items on the Agenda be changed to allow staff
to retrieve and upload the presentations, noting that they were under the impression that
the items were being deferred.

Mayor Ford noted there was no second to the original motion.

Mayor Pro Tem Gantt restated the motion to amend the Agenda to remove Item #4
Appeal Case No. AP-2025-01; and withdrawn by the Applicant Item #5 Comp Plan
Amendment Case No. CP-2025-02; and the withdrawal of Item #6 Rezoning Case No.
RZ-2025-03; seconded by Councilmember Alexander. The motion passed unanimously
4-0.

ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
Motion to adopt the Agenda was made by Mayor Pro Tem Gantt; seconded by
Councilmember Alexander. The motion passed unanimously 4-0.

CEREMONIAL
Mayor Ford referenced the ceremonial recognition prior to the start of the meeting where
the Stockbridge Public Works and Police Department personnel, the Georgia Piedmont
Region K-9 search and rescue, Henry County Police, Henry County Fire Rescue, Henry
County EMA, Clayton County Police Department, and the were recognized for their
participation and collaboration in the search and rescue of Ms. Rosebelle Brown.

PUBLIC COMMENTS
• Mr. Paul Turner asked members of the Governing Body and the City Attorney to
resign and step down, and cancel all remaining shows at the Amphitheater;
made comments regarding the city’s 2024 Budget Amendment of $32 million
dollars; recommended a forensic audit that predates of the Amphitheater from
2018 to present millions of dollars over budget; noted the city’s free events were
not free, and asked which departments in addition to the Amphitheater went over
budget in 2022, 2023 and 2024.
• Ms. Marion Calhoun stated that a member of the Council should be censured or
asked to resign for conduct unbecoming of a Councilmember for posting a
message regarding PornHub; noted free concerts are taking place on the
taxpayers dime with people from outside of the city enjoying the concert, and the
city residents outside of the venue unable to enjoy the concert funded by their
taxes; noted a Councilmember who was using the Merle Manders Conference
Center for an initiative and gathering the names and addresses of participants for
campaign purposes; and questioned a $245 payment made by Harold Young
using city funds to buy ice cream from a Councilmember’s ice cream shop.

Councilmember Alexander called for a Point of Order stating the Public Comment
Rules state that speakers are to address the Chair and not make personal
attacks.
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• Ms. Gernita Johnson noted Stockbridge has been her home for 16 years and
expressed some concerns: Frequent power outages in the Spivey Glen area, and
are deemed to be frustrating and unsafe for business owners and elderly
citizens, and questioned the city’s infrastructure being the issue; noted there is
no Youth Center or facility in the city, and that an investment needs to be made
in the youth; and asked where is the $32 million dollars that has been misplaced
or mismanaged citing a change for new leadership and transparency.

Councilmember Alexander stated that the misnomer of $32 million dollars was
not true or accurate.

Mayor Pro Tem Gantt stated that everyone has to the right to makes statements
during public comments and recognizes this is election season.

APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES
1. Approval of the June 9, 2025 Council Meeting Minutes
Approval of the June 25, 2025 Work Session Meeting Minutes
Approval of the July 1, 2025 Special Called Meeting Minutes
Councilmember Barber requested the June 9, 2025 Minutes to be
amended with the edit to the Motion to discuss Term Limits to state
Council Term Limits.
Motion to approve the Minutes of June 9, 2025, June 25, 2025 and July 1,
2025 with the stated amendment was made by Councilmember Barber;
seconded by Councilmember Alexander. The motion passed unanimously
4-0.

APPOINTMENT AND CONFIRMATION
2. Appointment and Confirmation of the Sole Finalist to fill the vacant position
of City Manager.
Mayor Ford called for a motion from the Council to confirm the
appointment of Shawntez Edmondson to fill the vacant position of City
Manager.

Motion to confirm the Mayor’s appointment was made by Councilmember
Alexander; seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Gantt. The motion passed
unanimously 4-0.

Mr. Edmondson addressed the Mayor & City Council, residents, and day-
to-day city staff, noting he is deeply humbled and honored to be appointed
as the next City Manager of Stockbridge, a city full of pride, pride, potential
and purpose; expressed his sincere gratitude to the Mayor & City Council
for the confidence and trust placed in him, and that it is not taken for
granted. Mr. Edmondson stated that he will honor that trust through
tireless service, clear communication, and leadership style rooted in
accountability collaboration and results; thanked his family for their
unwavering support, sacrifice, and believing in his calling to serve, and is
why he strives to be better every day and carries their strength with him
every day.

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CONSENT AGENDA
3. A. Resolution to approve the 2025 Notice of Election and Qualifying Fees
B. Resolution to approve the 2025 Georgia Secretary of State Elections
Calendar
Councilmember Berry joined the meeting at 6:35 p.m.

Motion to approve the Consent Agenda was made by Councilmember
Barber; seconded by Councilmember Alexander. The motion passed
unanimously 5-0.

PLANNING & ZONING APPEAL
4. APPEAL CASE #AP-2025-01. (Council District 4.) Consideration of an
appeal of the March 17, 2025 Zoning Review Form that was used as a
basis for the City of Stockbridge's discontinuance of the 2025 business
license for truck parking on Parcel #S27-01016000 and Parcel #S27-
01017000 on Rock Quarry Road. The property is located in the Parkway
Mixed-Use (PMU) Overlay District, where truck parking and all industrial
uses are not permitted. A citation was issued on the property on March 4,
2025. The applicant appeared briefly in Municipal Court on May 16, 2025
and requested a "continuance" for at least 60 days. The court date was
rescheduled to July 18, 2025. Applicant: James Raven. Property Owners:
James Raven and Huddleston Concrete Company. The business license
was issued for 123 Rock Quarry Road, where the company's office is
located. The property is located in Land Lots 35 and 36 of District 12. The
zoning, current use, and acreage for each parcel are listed below. The
parcels are not contiguous.
~ 123 Rock Quarry Road (Parcel #S27-01012000) -- Zoned 'SR'
(Suburban Residential). Current use: Office for Huddleston Concrete
Company. Acreage: 1.55 +/- acres.
~ Parcel #S27-01016000 -- Zoned 'LI' (Light Industrial). Current use: truck
parking. Acreage -- 2.95 +/- acres.
~ 135 Rock Quarry Road (Parcel #S27-01017000) -- Zoned 'LI' (Light
Industrial). Current use: truck parking. Acreage: 3.44 +/- acres.
Presented by: Ryan Anderson, Community Development Director
Item Deferred at the Appellant’s Request.

PUBLIC HEARING – Mayor Ford read the Public Hearing Rules
5. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT CASE #CP-2025-02. (Council
District 4.)
Consideration of a Comprehensive Plan Amendment for Parcel #029-
01011001, located between North Henry Boulevard and Old Atlanta Road,
south of Valley Hill Road, for the purpose of changing the property’s future
land use designation from “Low-Density Mixed-Use” to “High-Density
Mixed-Use” to allow for the development of townhomes and office
space. Applicant: Templar Development Group, LLC. Agent: Battle Law,
P.C. The property is located in Land Lot 90 of District 12, and it contains
9.90 +/- acres.
Presented by Ryan Anderson, Community Development Director
The Application was withdrawn at the Applicant’s Request.
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6. REZONING CASE #RZ-2025-03. (Council District 4.)
Consideration of a Rezoning for Parcel #029-01011001, located between North
Henry Boulevard and Old Atlanta Road, south of Valley Hill Road, for the
purpose of rezoning the property from ‘C-3’ (Heavy Commercial) and ‘PMU’
(Parkway Mixed-Use) Overlay District to ‘PUD’ (Planned Unit Development)
Master Plan and ‘PMU’ (Parkway Mixed-Use) Overlay District to allow for the
development of townhomes and office space. Applicant: Templar Development
Group, LLC. Agent: Battle Law, P.C. The property is located in Land Lot 90 of
District 12, and it contains 9.90 +/- acres.
Presented by: Ryan Anderson, Community Development Director
The Application was withdrawn at the Applicant’s Request.

7. ANNEXATION CASE #AX-2025-01. (Council District 5.)
Consideration of a request for the annexation, using the 100 percent
annexation method of the property at 1448 and 1468 Flippen Road from
unincorporated Henry County into the Stockbridge City Limits. Purpose:
To allow for the construction of a mixed residential development with
townhomes and single-family detached homes. Property Owners of 1448
Flippen Road: William K. Reichert and Brenda A. Reichert. Property
Owner of 1468 Flippen Road: Willard D. Gilreath. Applicant: Land Buyers
of America, LLC. Agent: Michael Kaner. The property is located in Land
Lots 11 and 12 of District 6, and it contains 21.771 +/- acres.
Presented by: Ryan Anderson, Community Development Director
Mr. Anderson presented Annexation Case #AX-2025-01, CP-2025-01, and
RZ-2025-01 in combination, and gave an overview of the development
noting the units would have 3BR, 2BA, and 2-car garages; 20’ setbacks;
presented the site plan, and noted the Planning Commission and Staff
both recommend approval.

Councilmember Alexander requested a traffic signal.

Mr. Jonathon Jones, Engineer of Land Buyers of America, LLC stated a
traffic signal is definitely agreeable and if warranted by the Traffic Study;
noted the development, Hanover Park, will be a resort style community
with 4 pickle ball courts, central mail, 10’ sidewalks along the frontage of
the development, 5’ interior sidewalks, minimum 2400 sq. ft homes and
minimum 1800 sq. ft. townhomes, minimum 3BR and 4BR mixed
throughout the community; all homes visible from Flippen Rd. would be 3-
sided brick; and will voluntarily include a fence and buffer noted the
Planning Commission and staff recommend.

Councilmember Alexander referenced the homes visible to Flippen Road
being 4-sided brick.

Mr. Jones agreed, noting Lot 1 to be 4-sided brick and the same on any
home visible to Flippen Road, and that Lot 1 will likely be the model home.

Councilmember Barber noted she likes the development with two- and
three-story townhomes, however, because District 4 is saturated with 2-
story townhomes, there is some hesitation, and noted the presentation
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shown by Mr. Anderson stated “if” there are security gates, there would be
flock cameras.

Mr. Anderson responded that flock cameras are mandatory according to
the new standards.

Councilmember Barber referenced the two entrances and asked where
the traffic light would be installed.

Mr. Jones noted that if approved, the red light would be installed at the
intersection of St. Ives and Parkway; and noted the development would
have a right in / right out second entrance for emergencies and is
optimistic about the approval of the traffic light.

Mr. Anderson stated the flock cameras were included in the Staff
Conditions.

Councilmember Barber asked if there is a possibility of an additional
access road within with limited options.

Mr. Jones noted the reasons why an interior road would not be feasible at
this time.

Councilmember Barber asked Mr. Jones if they would consider increasing
the number of single-family homes and decreasing the number of the
townhomes.

Mr. Jones noted the original plan was all townhomes, and met with staff
and the community and changed the site plan to include single-family
homes and reducing the number of units from 179 to 151, and from a
financial standpoint, cannot reduce the development any further, and
stated the developer prefers to have the amenities and a quality
development to workout, swim, play putt-putt on site, with open space
pockets in the interior.

Councilmember Alexander noted that as a Condition, no one could move
prior to the completion of the Western Parallel Connect which will alleviate
traffic and is expected to be completed in 2026/2027; and noted
Dutchtown Road will have improvements made as well.

Mr. Jones accepted the move-in stipulation, noting ANR has met with
Henry County DOT, noting the County is amenable to a signal at this
location.

Mr. Jones noted ANR (their traffic engineers) have met with Henry County
DOT who are agreeable to a traffic light.

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Public Hearing Opened

Speakers in Favor
Ms. Monica Howard stated she is a realtor and represents the sellers and
works for the buyers; noted she has been a resident of Henry County for
35+ years, as well as the sellers/owners of 1448 Flippen Rd. William K.
Reichert and Brenda A. Reichert, who for health and financial reasons can
no longer take care of the land; referenced the property at 1468 Flippen
Rd. where Michelle Jones became the Executor of the estate following the
death of her father, Willard Gilreath. Ms. Howard stated Ms. Jones would
like to resolve the probate matter and sell the property, noting the home
has been unable to sell in two years; and described the proposed
development and the amenities, and noted the buyer has agreed to all of
the requests from the Planning Commission; and wants to prevent the
property from become vacant and potential vandalism; and referenced
growth in Henry County.

No Speakers Opposed
Public Hearing Closed

Motion to approve AX-2025-01 was made by Councilmember Alexander;
seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Gantt. The motion passed unanimously 5-0.

8. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT CASE #CP-2025-01. (Council
District 5.) Consideration of a request for a Comprehensive Plan
Amendment for property at 1448 and 1468 Flippen Road, after the
property is annexed into the Stockbridge City Limits. The property
currently has the Henry County future land use designation of “Medium-
Density Suburban,” and the applicant requests that it be assigned the City
of Stockbridge’s future land use designation of “Medium-Density
Residential.” Purpose: To allow for the construction of a mixed residential
development with townhomes and single-family detached homes. Property
Owners of 1448 Flippen Road: William K. Reichert and Brenda A.
Reichert. Property Owner of 1468 Flippen Road: Willard D. Gilreath.
Applicant: Land Buyers of America, LLC. Agent: Michael Kaner. The
property is located in Land Lots 11 and 12 of District 6, and it contains
21.771 +/- acres.
Presented by: Ryan Anderson, Community Development Director
Mr. Anderson presented Annexation Case #AX-2025-01, CP-2025-01 and
RZ-2025-01 in combination.

Motion to approve CP-2025-01 was made by Mayor Pro Tem Gantt;
seconded by Councilmember Alexander. The motion passed unanimously
5-0.

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9. REZONING CASE #RZ-2025-01. (Council District 5.)
Consideration of a request for the Rezoning of the property at 1448 and
1468 Flippen Road, after the property is annexed into the Stockbridge City
Limits. The property’s current Henry County zoning district is ‘RA’
(Residential-Agricultural), and the applicant requests that the property be
assigned the City of Stockbridge’s zoning district of ‘PUD’ (“Planned Unit
Development”). Purpose: To allow for the construction of a mixed
residential development with townhomes and single-family detached
homes. Property Owners of 1448 Flippen Road: William K. Reichert and
Brenda A. Reichert. Property Owner of 1468 Flippen Road: Willard D.
Gilreath. Applicant: Land Buyers of America, LLC. Agent: Michael Kaner.
The property is located in Land Lots 11 and 12 of District 6, and it contains
21.771 +/- acres.
Presented by: Ryan Anderson, Community Development Director
Mr. Anderson presented Annexation Case #AX-202-01, CP-2025-01, and
RZ-2025-01 in combination.

City Council Conditions:
Site Plan
Rezoning conditioned upon applicant submitting a new Future Site
plan reflecting all the zoning conditions due 7/16/2025.
Re-zoned to PUD and new submitted site plan will serve as
masterplan for the development.
Traffic Signal
The developer shall prepare and submit a traffic study to the City of
Stockbridge.
Traffic Impact study to determine viability of traffic signal at Flippen
Rd (Traffic study conducted with Henry County is complete.
Applicant is waiting for result and determination by henry county)
Traffic signals shall be black ornamental style for pole and
crosswalk.
Established in a four way with existing single is preferred.
Security
Flock Safety cameras shall be installed at each entrance of the
subdivision.
Walking Trail
Streetlights along walking trail
Setbacks:
10ft setbacks front, 5ft setback on sides (between single family
dwellings)
Homes sizes
Townhomes shall have a minimum 1800 sq feet.
Dwellings visible to Flippen rd. shall be constructed of brick on four
sides.
Sidewalks
Five (5)-foot-wide sidewalks shall be installed within the interior of
the subdivision.
Amenities
A small, enclosed clubhouse for up to fifty people shall be
constructed with directions from Community Development.
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Staff recommended conditions.
Site Plan:
The proposed mixed-residential development shall be constructed
according to a site plan titled “Annexation & Rezoning Plan for
Hanover Park,” Project No. 24040 on 4/30/25 to serve as PUD
Master Plan
Project Entrance: Entrances shall include:
Deceleration lanes,
10ft sidewalks along Flippen Rd
Flock cameras at security gates *
Parking:
Thirteen additional parking spaces due to a parking deficiency or
Apply/obtain parking variance permit.
Architectural Design:
Construction materials in compliance with UDC standards
Property Maintenance
HOA to maintain common areas for property and townhomes.
Motion to approve RZ-2025-01 with Conditions was made by
Councilmember Alexander; seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Gantt. The
motion passed unanimously 5-0.

10. ZONING MODIFICATION CASE #ZM-2025-01. (Council District 5.)
Consideration of a request for a major zoning modification for Parcel
#070-01022001 at the southwest corner of Highway 42 North and Tunis
Road to provide for modifications to the zoning conditions comprising the
Development Agreement for Rezoning Case #RZ-03-45-S. Purpose: To
allow the development of a single-family detached residential subdivision.
Property Owner: Henry Highway 42, LLC. Applicant: Shaker Reddy. The
property is located in Land Lots 31 and 32 of District 7, and it contains
27.72 +/- acres.
Presented by: Ryan Anderson, Community Development Director
Mr. Anderson presented Zoning Modification Case ZM-2025-01, noting
this item is not a request to rezone, but rather the developer is requesting
modifications to the approved Development Plan. Mr. Anderson reviewed
the Case Facts, Zoning History, the Original Site Plan, and the current Site
Plan, noting the Planning Commission and Staff recommend approval
w/23 Conditions, and additional Conditions added today, July 15, 2025.

Councilmember Alexander stated there have been ongoing discussions
regarding this project with the goal being a quality product, and is requiring
50% of the homes have 100% brick, streetlights, 10’ path along the
frontage, and trail connection from Rum Creek to Hwy. 42, noting GDOT
(Georgia Department of Transportation), will widen Hwy. 42 in the year
2030; and noted there has been a discussion for a clubhouse to seat up to
50 people, similar to the structure in the Winding Creek subdivision.

Mayor Ford questioned if the development would include pickle ball courts
or tennis courts.

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Mr. Anderson responded that those amenities would not be included in the
development.

Mr. Bryan Marshburn, Agent for the Applicant Shaker Reddy, reviewed the
purchase history of the proposed Gadson’s Crossing Development, noting
the applicant is requesting fewer lots. Mr. Marshburn referenced the
Development Agreement from 2014, reviewed the development, and
requested the modification be approved similar to the city’s approval of
adjacent developments in the area with 3-sided hardy plank or siding, or a
mixture thereof, and is requesting the approval for this development with
the same standards; and that he is agreeable to the Condition to add the
trees back per the recommendation from the Planning Commission.

Councilmember Alexander referenced a conversation with Mr. Marshburn
prior to the meeting today where he insisted on 50% of the homes with
100% brick and stated the City of Stockbridge has raised the standards,
and that the condition of 50% of the homes having 100% brick would be a
requirement for his vote of approval for the modification of the
development and asked the developer if he was agreeable to that
condition. Mr. Marshburn’s response was no, he is not.

Mr. Marshburn insisted on approval with the same Conditions approved by
the city for the adjacent developments in the area and stated that this
development meets the same standards that is being heard later on
tonight’s Agenda.

Councilmember Barber noted she was a resident of the Lakeside
subdivision and asked the developer if the sidewalks could be wider.

Mr. Marshburn stated he would not object to 5’ interior sidewalks.

Councilmember Barber asked Mr. Anderson for the standard for sidewalks
for the city.

Mr. Anderson stated the city’s standard is 5’ for interior sidewalks.

Public Hearing Opened
There were no speakers.
Public Hearing Closed

Councilmember Barber noted that the city’s standards allow for a mixture
of brick and hardy plank, and asked Mr. Anderson if the city’s standards
require 4-sided brick.

Mr. Anderson response was that 4-sided brick is not a standard in the
code as a requirement, however, it could be a Condition for a percentage.

Councilmember Barber asked Mr. Anderson if there were new
developments that the city has approved that were 4-sided brick.

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Councilmember Alexander noted developments on Brannan Rd./Liberty
was approved with 4-sided brick.

Mr. Anderson confirmed, noting there have been developments that have
volunteered to build with 4-sided brick.

Councilmember Barber noted there have been several town-home
developments approved by the Council in District 4 without her vote, and
that she certainly would have preferred this type of single-family home
development in District 4.

Mr. Marshburn noted the proposed development will be 3300 sq. ft. homes
on average with 3-sided hardy plank w/brick accents on the front with an
average selling price of $350,000 and will have minimum 3 bedrooms up
to 5 bedrooms; noted the property has been idle for more than 15, and
that their market analysis shows 5 homes for sale in the city of
Stockbridge, and that their analysis shows that their proposed
development would be sellable, similar to the Winding Creek
development.

Councilmember Alexander state the City of Stockbridge is raising the
standards and referenced the Brannan Rd. developments and Pulte
homes; and noted the proposed development backs up to the Eagles
Landing Country Club, which was not referenced by the developer, and
that he was advised that the an agreement had been reached earlier
today that 50% of the homes would be 100% brick; and noted residents
who want to move up have no inventory in Stockbridge, and are therefore
relocating to neighboring communities outside of Stockbridge for 4-sided
brick homes.

Mayor Pro Tem Gantt suggested a compromise with the homes at the
front or visible from Hwy. 42 have brick.

Mr. Marshburn stated he was agreeable to brick on the entry way homes
for a visibility standpoint.

Mayor Pro Tem Gantt stated there needs to be more affordable single-
family housing in Stockbridge, however the quality does not need to be
cheap; and that it is currently a buyers’ market and will make a decision
based on the Code and the recommendation of staff, while being fair to
the community, with all due respect to the representative of District 5.

Mr. Marshburn noted the property’s location being in the vicinity of a metal
recycling facility, and industrial businesses; and is asking for the same
standards that were approved for subdivisions and where those homes
were sold in District 5.

Mr. Anderson noted the city’s Code requires Class A materials, and the
development.

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Councilmember Berry asked Mr. Marshburn to consider meeting on
meeting ground, asking what percentage or number of homes could be 4-
sided brick.

Mr. Marshburn agreed to the four front homes being 4-sided brick, and
that all remaining homes throughout the community would be stack, stone,
stucco, or brick, with water tables on 3-sides; 5’ interior sidewalks, and a
cabana.

Mayor Pro Tem Gantt stated the development pricing needs to be within
reason, and not to outprice the market, noting the development is 59
homes and that adding a HOA fee and responsibility would be tough on
the residents.

Mr. Anderson stated the city’s Code has 100 homes as a starting point for
a HOA; and the same for a clubhouse.

Mr. Marshburn noted the Cabana has two restrooms and there is a space
to congregate.

Councilmember Alexander stated with the proposed price point, there
should be a club house to seat up to 50 people as deemed by staff
engineering.

Dwellings
Four homes facing Hwy 42 shall be constructed with
Three sides brick
Stacked stone, stucco front façade to match community.
One-third of homes shall have a minimum of 2400 sq feet, rather
than 2500 sq feet.
All homes shall have 80 percent stack/stucco/brick on their front
facades.
All homes shall have a water table on three sides (excluding the
rear façade.
Pedestrian Trail
A walking trail shall be installed along the periphery of the property
with Pedestrian bridge over Wolf Creek and connection HWY 42
Review of walking path and pedestrian bridge by city engineer for
erosion considerations
Streetlight on multiuse trail
Five (5)-foot-wide sidewalks shall be installed within the interior of
the subdivision.
Security
Perimeter fence adjacent to the railroad tracks, 50 ft on each side.
Streetlights shall be installed throughout the subdivision.
Pre-application meeting conditions
Dwellings

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One-third (1/3) of the one-story homes shall have a minimum of
2,400 sq. ft. of heated space, rather than the originally required
2,500 sq. ft.
The front elevation of all homes shall consist of a mixture of 50%
brick or stone and hardi-plank or cementitious siding, with a brick or
stone water table along both sides of the home.
Security
For security, a fence shall be installed around the back of the
development, adjacent to the railroad tracks, and it shall extend by
fifty feet on each side.
Flock Safety cameras shall be installed at each entrance of the
subdivision.
Amenities
Two centralized mailbox banks shall be provided, with one to be
located on each side of the development.
One swimming pool.
Pedestrian Trail
10-foot-wide sidewalks shall be installed along Highway 42 frontage
of the subject property.
Landscaping
A minimum 24-inch landscape strip shall be maintained between
the back of curb and the 4-foot sidewalk along all public streets.
Hardwood street trees shall be required throughout the entire
development, not just along Highway 42.
Administrative
The subject property shall be developed in substantial conformance
with the revised site plan titled “Gadson Subdivision: Site Plan,”
prepared by Accura Engineering and dated June 10, 2025.
The developer shall comply with all the other requirements of the
approved zoning case (RZ-03-45-S), including the original
Development Agreement adopted on June 14, 2004.
Motion to approve w/Conditions was made by Councilmember Alexander;
seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Gantt. The motion passed unanimously 5-0.

NEW BUSINESS
11. Ordinance to Amend the Requirements for the Issuance of Occupational
Tax Certificates (Business Licenses). (Citywide.)
Consideration of a new Title 9, Chapter 01, Section 260 (A) and (B), to be
added to the Stockbridge Code of Ordinances to repeal and replace the
existing section. The Henry County Tax Assessors' Office requested that
the City create this new ordinance to prevent businesses from receiving
an Occupational Tax Certificate (business license) or Regulatory License
if they have not first paid their ad valorem taxes or personal property
taxes.
Presented by: Uneeda Smith Sellers – Business Services Manager and
Stephanie Milton, Occupational Tax Clerk

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Ms. Smith-Sellers noted Ms. Milton was in attendance of a meeting
initiated by the Henry County Tax Commissioner’s Office where the
recommendation was made to Henry County and the cities of Hampton,
Locust Grove, McDonough and Stockbridge to amend their municipal
code to withhold the issuance of business licenses when there are
outstanding Ad Valorem or Property Taxes due to the County. Ms. Smith-
Sellers noted the Tax Commissioner’s Office would be responsible for
submitting the delinquent business owner’s information to each
municipality.

Motion to approve was made by Mayor Pro Tem Gantt; seconded by
Councilmember Berry. The motion passed unanimously 5-0.

12. Ordinance to Amend Chapter 5.16 Cemeteries - Section 5.16.070
Cemetery Regulations (City Stockbridge Cemetery and City Burk
Cemetery) to add L - Interments or dis-interments prohibited on specified
City of Stockbridge Cemetery Department holidays or any holiday/closure
observed by the City of Stockbridge.
Presented by: Vanessa Holiday, City Clerk
Ms. Holiday noted the request is to update the city’s municipal code with
the city’s holidays and office closures regarding cemetery regulations.

Motion to approve was made by Mayor Pro Tem Gantt; seconded by
Councilmember Berry. The motion passed unanimously 5-0.

13. Council consideration to approve contract renewal invitation to bid (ITB)
number 16RFP101216- DRR – American Tank Maintenance, LLC – Full-
Service Tank Maintenance Program in the amount of $61,419.00. Funding
source is from the Water Department Budgeted Funds.
Presented by: Decius Aaron, Public Works Director
Mr. Aaron noted there are two tank maintenance facilities in the State of
Georgia, and that American Tank Maintenance, LLC, who is based in
Perry, GA, has a great relationship with the city, and recently saved the
city money on a recent repair due to a lightning strike, and while servicing
the tank, made the repair at no cost.

Motion to approve was made by Mayor Pro Tem Gantt; seconded by
Councilmember Alexander. The motion passed unanimously 5-0.

14. Council consideration to approve the renewal of the landscape
maintenance services contract with Yellowstone Landscape in the amount
of $350,000.00. Funding sources are from Government Buildings
Department and Amphitheater budgeted funds.
Presented by: Decius Aaron, Public Works Director
Mr. Aaron noted this request would be the final renewal with the contract
expiring on September 30, 2025, and the RFP is being prepared to place
out for bid.

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Motion to approve was made by Councilmember Barber; seconded by
Councilmember Berry.

Mr. Edmondson made a request to the City Council to Table this item to
the next meeting.

Councilmember Barber rescinded the motion and made a new motion to
Table the item as requested by Mr. Edmondson until he has an
opportunity to review; seconded by Councilmember Berry. The motion
passed unanimously 5-0.

DISCUSSION
15. Council Discussion for approval of an Ordinance to amend the
Stockbridge Municipal Code Section 3.30.222 (b) Approval of Contracts
and Section 3.30.223 (B) City Manager Authority, returning the spending
and contracting authority to $25,000 without City Council Approval.
Staff was directed to research to compare the spending authority of the
City Manager in cities of similar size and bring to the City Council at the
August 11, 2025 Council meeting for discussion.

16. Council Discussion of all non-budgeted/non-essential services and
expenses ceases immediately. All expenditures with or without contractual
obligations greater than $10,000 should be presented to the Governing
Body for consideration of approval. That includes Events and Concerts.
Mr. Milazi stated there is no dollar amount that needs to be set, noting if
the funding is not approved and allocated in the budget, it does not exist
and funds cannot be spent, no matter the amount; and noted only the
Governing Body can authorize Budget Amendments with an identified
funding source.
Councilmember Thomas exited the meeting at 9:16 p.m.
UPCOMING MEETINGS & ANNOUNCEMENTS: Council meetings will be held in the
City Council Chamber. Meeting dates, locations and times are subject to change or
contact City Hall offices at 770-389-7900 or visit the website www.stockbridgega.org for
updates.

• Planning Commission Meeting, Thursday, July 17th at 6:30 p.m. - City Hall
Council Chamber - (Jul 17 cancelled)
• Ethics Committee Meeting, Wednesday, July 23rd at 6:30 p.m. – City Hall Council
Chamber – (Jul 23)
• A joint public meeting will be held on Tuesday, July 29th at 11 a.m. to formally
discuss project priorities and funding allocations under the proposed Floating
Local Option Sales Tax (FLOST) program. Location: Henry County
Administrative Building, located at 140 Henry Parkway, McDonough, GA.
• City Council Work Session Meeting, Last Tuesday of each month, July 29th at
6:00 p.m. - City Hall Council Chamber (Jul 29)

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UPCOMING CITY EVENTS/INITIATIVES
• Food Truck Tasty Tuesdays are happening at Clark Park from 5:30 pm – 8pm.
Join us for great food and lots of fun!
• Join Main Street for the Tiny Tent Concert Series Fridays from 6pm to 8pm at the
Stockbridge Connection Center, 130 M L King Sr. Heritage Trail. Bring your lawn
chairs. (Weather Permitting)
• Join Mayor Pro Tem Gantt for FREE Line Dance Classes on Wednesday, July
9th, July 16th, and July 30th from 6pm – 8pm at the Merle Manders Conference
Center. Bring your own fan!
• Join Councilman Thomas & Councilman Berry in partnership for the monthly
Bingo Bash on Wednesday, July16th from 10am – noon at the Merle Manders
Conference Center. Lots of fun to be had by all.
• Join Mayor Anthony Ford for the monthly Meet the Mayor - Monday, July
28th from 10am – noon at City Hall. Meetings are by appointment.
• The Economic Development Department host a FREE Business Health Clinic on
the 2nd Thursday of every month from 9am – 12pm at the Stockbridge
Connection Center 130 M L King Sr. Heritage Trail. Check the Health of Your
Business with the FREE Clinic.
• Councilman Thomas is honoring Veterans with a Continuous Salute all year long.
Please send your pictures of Veterans with their name, branch, rank, and years
of service.
• Join Councilman Thomas for the Don’t Trash Stockbridge initiative centered
around education, highlighting the causes and effects of Littering and Illegal
Dumping. More information to follow.
• Sign Up for real-time alerts about severe weather, road closures and
emergencies on the Regroup App. Visit the city’s website or social media pages
for more information on how and where to sign up. Stay Safe!

Please contact Rosalynd Rawls to schedule an appointment for Meet the Mayor and for
more information on Council Initiatives at 678-833-3348 or via
email: rrawls@stockbridgega.org
2025 CONCERT SEASON SCHEDULE
• Saturday, July 26th – “My Girls Night” Xscape with special guest Mya.
• Saturday, August 16 & Sunday, August 17th – Stockbridge Jazz Festival hosted
by Tommy Davidson, featuring David Benoit, Jazz Funk Soul, EFX Allstars,
Chandra Currelley, Sonny Emory, Norman Brown, Jennifer Holliday, Karen
Briggs, Eric Darius, and Keiko Matsui
• Saturday, August 29th – Parti-Gras Tour featuring Bret Michaels and Special
Guests Lupe Fiasco and Chapel Hart
• Saturday, September 13th – For Lovers & Friends featuring Tank with special
guest Lyfe Jennings, and Ginuwine
• Friday, September 6th & Saturday, September 7th, Southern Soul Weekend
featuring King George, Tucka, West Love, Pokey Bear, TK Soul Tywaun Moore,
and Tonio Armani
• Saturday, September 20th – Do the Reggae Tour 2025 featuring Ziggy Marley
and Burning Spear

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MAYOR’S COMMENTS
Mayor Ford referenced the MLB All Star Baseball taking place in Atlanta/Cobb County
this evening and expressed the same to those who have mentored along the way; and
asked everyone to support the city’s concerts and events and to have an enjoyable
summer.

Mayor Ford called for a motion to convene Executive Session for Personnel, Real
Estate, Litigation and Cybersecurity.
Motion to convene Executive Session as stated was made by Councilmember
Alexander; seconded by Councilmember Berry. The motion passed unanimously 4-0.
Motion to adjourn Executive Session and sign an Affidavit was made Councilmember
Alexander; seconded by Councilmember Berry. The motion passed unanimously 4-0.
Motion to reconvene the meeting was made by was made by Councilmember
Alexander; seconded by Councilmember Berry. The motion passed unanimously 4-0.
Motion to approve a salary increase for the City Treasurer was made by
Councilmember Barber; seconded by Councilmember Berry. The motion passed
unanimously 4-0.
Councilmember Alexander stated the Executive Session discussion was Personnel,
Litigation and Real Estate.
Motion to adjourn the meeting at 11:40 p.m. was made by Councilmember Berry;
seconded by Councilmember Alexander. The motion passed unanimously 4-0.

Respectfully submitted by:

Vanessa Holiday, City Clerk Anthony S. Ford, Mayor

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CITY OF STOCKBRIDGE
2025 SECOND QUARTER FINANCIAL
REPORT SUMMARY
PRESENTED BY:
Frank S. Milazi, City Treasurer
JULY 29, 2025
GENERAL FUND FIRST QUARTER
SUMMARY

v Our 2025 Homestead Exemption closed on April 1,
2025.

v Our 2024 Fiscal Year Audit is almost complete

v We successfully implemented Federal Financial
Reporting and Programmatic Procedures as per
Grants requirements.
GENERAL FUND FIRST QUARTER
SUMMARY

v We received our first SPLOST VI in June that will be
used to carry out various projects Citywide in the next
6 years.

v We met all Federal Grants Requirements and no
longer hold ups of drawdowns for our incurred
expenses reimbursements.

v Our 2026 Fiscal Year Budget Process is underway
THANKS
CITY CLERK’S
OFFICE
Vanessa Holiday, City Clerk

Quarterly Report – 2nd Quarter 2025
City Clerk’s Office – 2nd Qtr. 2025
Prepared 35 Meeting Agendas
Attended 16 Council/Committee/Board Meetings
Attended 21 Operations/Staff/Agenda Review Meetings
Attended 10 Training Sessions
Transcribed 1,930 Meeting Minutes
Prepared 31 Proclamations/Letters and 8 Oaths
Completed 153 Open Records Requests
City Clerk’s Office
The Office of the City Clerk is a department within the municipal
government upon which the City Council, all City departments,
and the general public rely for information regarding the
operations and legislative history of the City.

Boards & Committees
Mayor & Council
Administrative Support Staff

Rosalynd Rawls, Executive Assistant

Raven Eatmon, Administrative Assistant
Mayor & Council Administrative Support
The Administrative Support Staff to the Mayor & Council
is responsible for providing a wide array of administrative
and support services in a rapidly changing environment.
The work is characterized by involvement with broad
city-wide Initiatives and interactions with elected
officials, constituents, representatives of a wide variety of
community, civil and business groups, City management
staff and others.
Mayor Ford’s Quarterly

Clergy Roundtable
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 2ND QUARTER REPORT

April

Set up new user accounts and decommission old ones
Onboard/offboard employees (devices, access, etc.)
Perform routine system and network security checks
Review and manage user permissions/access controls
run and verify regular backups.
Apply software/firmware updates and patches

May

Evaluate upcoming tech needs or upgrade
update internal IT documentation or knowledge base
track SLAs and resolution times.
Review licenses/subscriptions and renew as needed.
Reboot or schedule maintenance windows for key systems.
Ensure offsite/cloud backups are working correctly
Monitor for unusual login or network activity.

June

Evaluate cybersecurity posture and tools.
Evaluate outdated or failing hardware.
Install or update standard software packages.
Prepare for IT projects or rollouts.
Test backup restores.
Human Resources Quarterly Report 4/1/2025 – 6/30/2025
Recruitment
10 open positions
8 new hires
5 Summer Interns
Employee Recognitions
Recognized 3 employees with 10, 24 and 27 years of service
21 employee anniversaries

Turnover Metrics
Turnover rate – 7.21%
Active – 193
Terminated/Separated – 15
Average Time to Hire – 180.38

Health and Wellness Programming
Stroke Awareness & Bone Health
Monthly Coaching meeting with employees
Be A Good Human Challenge

Safety/Risk Management
Workers Compensation Claims –4 open; total incurred $59,500.50.
Staff Development/Training
2025 SHRM Legal Conference
CPR Training
Navigating Mental Health in the Workplace
HR Quarterly Report (cont’d)

Anti-Harassment and Workplace Bullying Training
Improving Local Government Team Decision Making
Protect Your Workplace: Comply with the EEOC's New Harassment Guidance
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
FY 2025 SECOND QUARTER UPDATE
TWO CITY SWEEPER TRUCKS
2022 Freightliner Elgin Regen X (non-CDL) 2017 Freightliner M2-106 (CDL required)
GENERAL OPERATION INFO
• The City is divided into five (5) street sweeping zones and each zone is swept an average of three (3)
times per year.
• Residents can expect to have sweeping within their area or street about every three (3) months. Staff’s
goal is to increase this in the future as the City and its needs grow. This would be accomplished by adding
an additional streetsweeper and trained personnel.
• The sweeper is designed and routed to sweep streets with curb and gutter.
• Streets without curb and gutter are not a part of the street sweeping schedule but are swept when
necessary or requested.
• MT Routes (major thoroughfares) are swept weekly and/or as needed in the early morning hours to avoid
commuting traffic hazards.
SWEEP APP TRACKING TECHNOLOGY
STREET SWEEPING MAP
OVERHEAD SIGNAGE REPLACEMENT PROJECT

PUBLIC WORKS CONTACT INFORMATION

Decius T. Aaron, Public Works Director
E-Mail: daaron@stockbridgega.org
Telephone: (770) 474-1232

Leslie Norsworthy, Public Works Executive Assistant
E-Mail: lnorsworthy@stockbridgega.org
Telephone: (678) 833-3305

Questions?

Quarterly Report April– June, 2025

RYAN ANDERSON
Director
City of Stockbridge, Dept. of Community Development
678.216.6902 (office)
PURPOSE
To support, foster and administer economic development opportunities that directly
benefit the City of Stockbridge by way of educating stakeholders, managing land
development, upholding property values and issuing permits, licenses/citations as
required.
CommDev Divisions
FOUR BUSINESS UNITS

Planning Geographic Land Business
& Information Development Services
Zoning Systems (GIS) & Inspections
Planning, Zoning & GIS
Divisions
APRIL – JUNE, 2025 STATISTICS

Planning Geographic
& Information
Zoning Systems (GIS)

Zoning Cases Plan Review GIS/Zoning Customer
(Rezoning & (Commercial Compliance & Assistance/
Modification) & Residential) Verification Letters Follow-Ups
12 157 19 306
Permits & Inspections Division
APRIL – JUNE, 2025 STATISTICS

Land Development & Inspections

Plan Reviews 167 Permits Issued 331 Inspections 791
Civil 10 LDP 27 LDP 19
Building 157 Building 304 Building & OTC 772
Permit Revenue $797,885.72
Fire Marshal Division
APRIL – JUNE, 2025 STATISTICS

Business
Services

Fire Marshal Plan Reviews 244 Fire Marshal Inspections 929
Building 157 Occupational Tax 47
Sprinkler 5 Building 772
Fire Alarm 82 Annual 110
Business Services
NEW BUSINESSES APRIL – JUNE 2025

Revenue from New Business $46,662.59

Home-Based 18
Commercial 44
Alcohol 1
Non-Profit 0
Temporary Special Event 4

Licenses Issued 67
Business Services-2nd
Quarter Revenue
2nd Quarter Occupational Taxes $ 72,136.91
$9,449.40 $3,508.00
Financial Institutions 125,073.00
$17,864.14

Alcohol Licenses 12,500.00
$72,136.91 Miscellaneous Taxes 3,508.00

Administrative Fees 9,449.40

$125,073.00 $12,500.00
Late Fees 17,864.14
$5,100.00
$430.00
Insurance 430.00

Regulatory Fees 5,100.00
Occupational Taxes Alcohol Licenses Regulatory Fees Insurance
Financial Institutions Late Fees Administrative Fees Misc Taxes
Total $246,061.45
Business Services Hotel/Motel and
Alcohol 2nd Quarter Revenues
2nd Quarter
Hotel/Motel $ 312,091.42

$31,251.97
$59,194.20 Consumption 42,668.08

Beer 88,276.96
$88,276.96
$312,091.42 Wine 31,251.97
$42,668.08
Distilled Spirits 59,194.20

Total $269,169.30
Hotel/Motel Consumption Beer Wine Distilled Spirits
Total Department 1st Quarter Revenue
Business Services $ 515,230.75

Permitting $ 797,885.72

Planning & Zoning $ 7,700.00

Fire Marshal $ 21,575.00

Total Revenue $ 1,342,391.47
E D DEPARTMENT 2ND QUARTER REPORT
DIRECTOR: GERALD SANDERS PERIOD / YEAR: APRIL – JUNE 2025
PROJECT / TASK DESCRIPTION STATUS / COMMENTS
Tax Allocation District (TAD) and Town Agreement w/ Henry Co. BOC and Agreement w/ Purchase Sale Agreement (PSA) and Letter of Intent (LOI) are
Center Development Henry Co. BOE needed to have optimal funding being negotiated by City Attorney and buyer’s legal counsel
of TAD projects in downtown. 16+ acres of city with input from E D. BOE approval is pending. Meeting as
owned land to be sold to EDT Engineering for needed w/ KB Advisory Services re: TAD Tax Increment Fund.
mixed use development downtown across from TAD parcel list discussed with H C Tax Assessors Office to
City Hall. City staff and developer in final phase ensure parcel list within district is up to date and accurate.
of negotiations to solidify purchase 16.12 acres of Discussions also underway with Tax Commissioner and Finance
city owned property slated mixed use and for single team to make sure TAD digests are set up correctly and funded
family residential. with from city / county property tax collection per IGA.

Patrick Henry Pkwy. Development 50 +/- acre master planned mixed use E D and Comm. Dev. working to get approval including
development designed to attract recreational uses, transportation study requirement. Cost estimate: $39,000 +/-.
restaurants, hotels, senior housing, etc. ARC requires Development of Regional Impact (DRI) permit.
Staff is having discussions with developers about adding
Wayfinding signage (at developer cost) and partnership with
PATH Foundation to help plan trails in residential portion of
project. A development agreement and Letter of Intent have
been discussed with Jeff Grant and will be initiated soon after
ARC approves of site plan.

Norfolk Southern Railway Parking Lot City plans to lease +/- one half acres at corner of Work in progress. Falcon Design prepared and submitted a
Lease Agreement Love Street and M L K, Sr Heritage Trail to create revised sit plan to the staff for review. The new plan will include
35-40 additional parking spaces for Main Street 10 -15 additional slanted parking spaces. Three bids also being
District businesses and overflow parking during sought to demo abandoned structures on site. Railroad revised
the city’s concert season. the city’s original site plan by moving proposed project from
vacant lot to corner and area that contains abandoned wood
structure. Engineering design, survey, and construction docs
cost estimate completed ($39,500). Land lease agreement has
been submitted to the City Attorney for review. E D awaiting
response from legal.
Special Service District John Ernst presented SSD plan options to Council John Ernst and E D Director are scheduled to update mayor and
and staff and city’s Retreat. Will be discussed in council regarding funding options using the Special Service
more detail at a date to be determined. SSDs were District option at July 29, Council meeting.
originally created and added to the Georgia
Constitution. Both residential and commercial
properties within the district can be assessed with
extra milage taxes that can be assessed to fund
such projects.

Georgia Power Utility Relocation Request submitted to GA Power Nov 23. Got initial Work in progress, E D collaborating with Ga Power Co. to initiate
to Under-ground approval for assessment. Goa is to locate existing required engineering assessment study. Assessment is pending
above ground electric power lines to underground $15,000 initial payment to GPC. $15,000 initial fee required by
in the downtown area between Burke Street and GPC to start engineering assessment has been processed by for
MLK, Sr. Heritage Trail. GPC feasibility analysis will payment. Waiting to hear back from utility.
determine if $4 million proposed amount is
accurate or not.

Alleyway Project Alleyway Project refers to the parking lot and related E D and Public Works are collaborating with Falcon Design re:
spaces between Burke Street and the merchants updating engineering and design plans. Initial estimate
along MLK, Sr Heritage Trail. The city’s long projected at $800,000 to $1 million to fully repair and upgrade
standing plan has been to resurface asphalt, fix infrastructure.
stormwater drainage, provide a dumpster pad, and
repair grease traps as well as install more. E D plans to present redevelopment plans along with Falcon to
Mayor and Council in the coming months or when city’s CIP
plan is approved. The DDA and Mainstreet Board are also
providing support and input regarding this initiative.
Partnership Southern Crescent Soccer The Southern Crescent Soccer Association Staff continue meeting with Eric Morrison to discuss next
Association Partnership approached the City recently to establish a steps and funding for the project. Council voted to revise
partnership intended to build two Parks Master Plan to include project and move forward with
professional quality soccer fields on 12 +/- partnership.
acres of city owned land along Business Working with Mr. Morrison to provide additional information
Center Pkwy just off Eagles Landin Parkway. needed for project to qualify for grant funding to offset cost
SCSA oversees soccer programs and of fields. Preliminary cost estimate to construct to fields being
tournaments throughout Henry County. The sought by independent contractor(s) affiliated with Mr.
city has been asked to contribute an Morrison.
undetermined amount of support and in-
kind contributions.
Project Taiga Stockbridge is being considered for a E D Director overseeing ongoing dialogue with company reps, and
sustainable plastics recycling Company facilitating info requests re: water/sewer, rail spur access, and
relocation. building permit logistics. Projected outcomes if city selected: 200
– 400 new jobs, $35 average hourly wage, 100K gpd water.
Project no longer believed to be a viable option for building.
Project Candler Working with a company out of Florida; firm E D Dir. engaged in ongoing discussions with company’s advisory
interested in purchasing or leasing 175 Candler firm regarding water / sewer and relocation logistics.
warehouse for a tech firm.

Mainstreet Programs are required to conduct E D Director, Mainstreet Staff, and Mainstreet Board Chair met
Mainstreet Program Recertification business in accordance with Ga DCA guidelines. with Regional 3 representatives from the State Dept of
DCA conducts an programmatic audit of all Community Affairs in Newman, Georgia in March. Lisa Fareed,
programs throughout the State annually. Mainstreet Manager made a presentation on behalf of the city to
those who attended. Outcome: Stockbridge’s Main Street
Program was formally approved and recertified at the same
meeting.
E D and Mainstreet Program Websites E D and Mainstreet websites need to be Staff is currently working with I T Simple and IT Department to
updated and retooled to better inform and revise and relaunch both sites.
engage the business community.
Opportunity Zone The applied to have an OZ in or near the downtown E D has contracted with K B Advisory Services to research and
area within the past year or so. The process was not help determine if the downtown area and or applicable census
completed for whatever reason, and the designation tracks within the area qualify for designation as an Opportunity
was never approved. DCA provided the E D Zone. The city’s prior efforts did not meet DCA’s current data
Director with a verb response that the census track collection requirements and other standards to ensure approval.
does not qualify. E D has been asked to re-verify this
information.

MainStreet Program Activities The Main Street program plans various special The Tiny Tent Concert Series and movies in Clark Park are
events and activities during the summer months. currently underway.
EVENTS DEPARTMENT Quarterly Report
Merle Manders Conference Center

01 02
The Merle Manders Conference Center Total Revenue This Quarter:
has had 45 events from January to March
2025. $60,000.00
The conference center usage is steady,
and there are opportunities for increased
revenue and community impact through
continued promotion.
Preparation for 2025 Events:

Preparation for 2025 Events:

Artist Booking
Vendor Coordination
Marketing and Promotions
Sponsorship outreach
Logistics planning
Upcoming Events 2025
STOCKBRIDGE
POLICE DEPARTMENT

QUARTERLY REPORT – Q2 2025
QUARTER AT A GLANCE
10,301 190 1,575 1,761 ( Citation: 10
1,031 | Warnings:
730)

CALLS FOR TRAFFIC COMMUNITY
SERVICE ARRESTS STOPS CITATIONS EVENTS
CRIME TRENDS & STATISTICS

• Violent Crime: Up 57% from Q2 2024
• Property Crime: Down 17% from Q2 2024
• Overall Crime: Down 11% from Q2 2024
Hotspot Foc u s Areas:138/N Henry Blvd area
Hudson Bridge/Eagles landing area
DEPARTMENT
PERFORMANCE METRICS

Priority 1 Officer Reports Written
Response Time Initiated Activity
5:55 minutes (Goal: <5 mins) 4,917 INCIDENTS
1,047 WRITTEN REPORTS
OFFICER ACTIVITY HIGHLIGHTS

Total Arrests:193
Felony Arrest:40
Misdemeanor Arrest:153
Stolen Vehicles Recovered:19
Firearms Seized:26
Focus: Proactive patrols, high-crime area saturation,
and targeted enforcement efforts
DETECTIVE DIVISION & CRIME SCENE

Total C a s e s Assigned:442
C a s e s Cleared:19 (By arrest 7 exceptional 12
founded 9)
Property & Evidence-Items Released/
Disposed:23
CODE ENFORCEMENT
Total Cases Opened:323
Cases Resolved:221
Top Violations: Overgrown grass,
Street Parking, Junk Motor vehicles,
Property Maintenance, OTC License.
Ongoing Focus: Homeless
camps/getting them resources and
help. Abandoned/Dilapidated
Properties. Targets in neighborhood
for blight, health, and safety.

STOCKBRIDGE POLICE DEPARTMENT
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Founder’s Day Breakfast
PACT (Police and Clergy Together)
CPAC Meeting (Citizen’s Police Advisory Council)
S.A.L.T Father’s Day Fellowship
Employee Recognition BBQ
Councilman Alexander’s Townhall
3 Year State of the Department and Public Safety Address
BridgeKidz
Teen Police Academy
RECORDS & ADMINISTRATION
• Reports Processed: 2906
• Open Records Requests Fulfilled: 765
• Background Checks Completed: 14
• Administrative Support to Divisions: HR,
Payroll, Training, Procurement Coordination
STAFFING & PERSONNEL
UPDATE
• 68 Full-Time: (Actual:64 | In-background:3 | Vacant:1)

• 18 Civilian: (Actual:16 | In-background:2 | Vacant:0)

• 6 Part-Time: (Actual:4 | In-background:2 | Vacant:0)

• Resignations: 5

• Total Training Hours: 1284
DEPARTMENT INITIATIVES & INNOVATIONS
• Deployed two new radar speed trailers for neighborhood
patrols; working to integrate Flock cameras on trailers for
added crime deterrence
• Acquired two Utility Terrain Vehicles (UTVs) to support special
events and high-visibility patrols
• Launched the First Teen Police Academy to enhance youth
engagement
• Implemented NIBIN (National Integrated Ballistic Information
Network) for firearm evidence analysis
• Only 1 of 9 departments in Georgia with this advanced
technology
• Improves investigations by linking firearm-related crimes
across jurisdictions
BUDGET SNAPSHOT
$3,848,828.48 422,480.50 3 GEOGRAPHIC
$8.86 M
LOCATIONS:
▪ North Henry Blvd
▪ Walt Stephens Road
▪ Highway 42

FY 2025 PD YTD REDSPEED CURRENT SCHOOL
BUDGET SPENDING REVENUE ZONE C A M E R A
CHALLENGES & OPPORTUNITIES
• Staffing: All positions are filled, but 8 police recruits are still in the
academy and will not be fully operational until December –January,
temporarily impacting schedules
• Growth Planning: Exploring opportunities to add positions through:
• A COPS Hiring Grant (13 officers proposed for FY 2026–2028)
• A GOHS Traffic Safety Grant (requesting 2 additional officers)
• School Zone Safety: Bringing two new speed cameras online at Smith-
Barnes Elementary and Stockbridge Middle School
• Technology Upgrade Needed: Current RMS (Records Management
System) is outdated and limits data analysis and efficiency
• EV Infrastructure Gap: Need to install charging stations to fully deploy
EV fleet; working on a $300,000 grant for infrastructure
LOOKING AHEAD
Q3 Goals:
• Launch the SagesGov platform for tracking and resolving Code
Enforcement complaints
• Procure new police vehicles, including the launch of the
department’s electric vehicle (EV) program
• Achieve 100% departmental staffing across all divisions
• Expand the Public Safety Officer (PSO) Program to support patrol
operations, including prisoner transport
• Release RFP for new fleet maintenance vendor
• Refresh and update the police department section of the City’s
website
• Implement AFIS (Automated Fingerprint Identification System) to
improve investigative capabilities
STOCKBRIDGE POLICE DEPARTMENT

THANK YOU
FOR YOUR ATTENTION
Stockbridge Municipal Court
City of Stockbridge QUARTERLY Report
2nd Quarter 2025

Court Activities - 2025 (2nd Quarter) TOTAL
New Citations Forwarded to Court 1317
Citations Scheduled for Court 1698
Criminal Warrant Applications (Walmart) 8
Georgia State Patrol 103
Henry County Animal Control 9
Henry County Police 0
Stockbridge Code Enforcement 90
Stockbridge Police Department 1488
Cases Scheduled for Court 1344
Individuals 1238
Businesses 106
RedSpeed Citations Scheduled for Virtual Court 116
Citations Closed / Adjudicated 1329
Criminal Warrant Applications (Walmart) 7
Georgia State Patrol 90
Henry County Animal Control 7
Henry County Police 0
Stockbridge Code Enforcement 62
Stockbridge Police Department 1163
Citations Closed by Disposition Type 1329
Bench Trial (Guilty) 13
Bench Trial (Not Guilty) 3
Bond Forfeiture (Paid w/out Hearing) 610
Bind Over to Juvenile Court 2
Bind Over to State Court 8
Bind Over to Superior court 3
Deceased 10
Dismissal/Nolle Prosse 114
Pre Trial Diversion Completed Successful (NP) 194
Plea 350
Void 18
Warning 4
Offenders Granted Pretrial Diversion 190
Offenders Granted Probation 98
Warrants Issued 56
Total Payments Collected $281,196.00

Submitted by Genea Stanley 7/20/2025
STOCKBRIDGE CITYWIDE DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
2025 QUARTER 2 REPORT

To: The Mayor and City Council of the City of Stockbridge, Georgia
From: Stockbridge Citywide Development Authority
Date: July 23, 2025
Subject: Stockbridge Citywide Development Authority 2025 Quarter 2 Report

EVENTS

3rd Annual Economic Development Brunch. The Stockbridge Citywide Development Authority
(“Authority”) has been invited through Chair Ariel Shaw, MBA and is attending an exclusive high
impact economic development, commercial real estate, and development luncheon with over 30
additional cities and authorities from all over the state of Georgia on Thursday, July 24th, 2025
being held at Gurdian Works in Atlanta, GA, from 10am to 2pm. The CDA also has a display table
in which the Economic Development Department will staff to showcase “Select Stockbridge”
provide collaterals and collect leads.

MARKETING & BRANDING

Marketing & Public Engagement Subcommittee. The CDA Board is working with a Marketing
Agency through the ED Department for Billboard Ad Development off 1-75. We are currently on
the second round of edits.

The Authority shall adopt a Marketing & Public Engagement Subcommittee (“Subcommittee”)
which shall be responsible for developing annual and/or quarterly marketing strategies to promote
real estate development aligned with Authority goals. This Subcommittee shall also be responsible
for crafting the Authority’s real estate identity and branding across all applicable media platforms
by creating content and advertisements.

Think Link Media Outdoor Digital Billboard. The Authority has negotiated final terms with
Think Link Media regarding a digital billboard for the Authority’s advertising efforts for the
2025/2026 Fiscal Year. The billboard shall be between the two exits on I-75 of 221 and 218 and
shall address both local and interstate travelers with an extremely strong read.

Updated Videos, Interviews and B-Roll. The Authority has authorized marketing budget that will
include an update to the Authority’s Marketing Video to update B-Roll with the City’s newest
developments and Key Stakeholder Interviews. We are awaiting the Board & Subcommittee to
authorize this to move this project to completion.
Retention and Attraction. The Board has secured the domain names
visitstockbridgega.com and visitstockbridgega.org. As these will be used for redirects to an
additional page on the Authority’s website to highlight the City's hotels and restaurants. As a
note, the Authority’s current website and public facing name, Select Stockbridge, is
www.selectstockbridge.com.

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

Strategic Initiative Subcommittee. The Board is working with their Commercial Broker to
strategically determine key real properties to secure for development and redevelopment
opportunities.

The Board has been provided and is reviewing information relating to a business assistance
program and façade grant.

The Authority shall adopt a Strategic Initiative Subcommittee (“Subcommittee”) which shall be
responsible for supporting the Authority’s mission of developing and promoting, for the public
good and general welfare, trade, commerce, industry, and employment opportunities within the
City.

Website Initiatives. The CDA Website has been updated with pertinent updates, adding board
members, updated developments within the city, as well as establishing a portal to house bonding
documentation requests.

The City has linked The Authority’s website to establish more streamlined approach, to provide
incentive information to potential developers with ease and efficiency.

Resolution Approving Invoice. The Authority has paid said invoice to The City of Stockbridge for
real property transaction facilitated by The Authority.

The Authority has approved a resolution regarding a March 31, 2025, invoice to pay the City a
total amount of Four Hundred and Seven Thousand, Nine Hundred and Nineteen and 16/100
Dollars ($407,919.16) for a prior sale of real property.

Real Estate. The Board has received, reviewed and is in the process of responding to an LOI that
is over $5Million Dollars.

The Board is in receipt of and reviewing additional real estate requests from interested parties that
include parties in the financial industry and the hospitality industry.

Page 2 of 2
Stockbridge Citywide Development Authority 2025 Quarter 1 Report
Stockbridge Youth Council
Overview
• SYC/AC Members
• Past Activities
• Upcoming Events
• Financial Report
Stockbridge Youth Council
Committee
• Youth Council (15)
• 8 Active Members
• 7 Interviewing – 7/29
• Advisory Committee (12)
• 11 Active Members
Stockbridge Youth Council
Past Activities
• SYC/AC Monthly Meetings April - June
• Area Beautification
• SYC-SPD Dinner &
Discussion
• Mother’s Day Tea
• Senior Banquet
• Father’s Day Luncheon
• Recruitment
Stockbridge Youth Council
Upcoming Events
• SYC/AC Monthly Meetings
July - Sept
• Area Beautification
• Back to School Donation
Collection
• Back to School Donation
Distribution w/City
• SYC Interviews
• Closet Maintenance
• SYC Retreat
Line Item Budget Actual Remaining

Meals $1,500.00 $513.28 $986.72 Stockbridge Youth Council
Lodging $3,000.00 $1,850.00 $1,150.00
2025 Budget vs. Remaining
Training $4,000.00 $1,050.00 $2,950.00

Advertising $600.00 $112.00 $488.00

Transportation $1,360.00 $340.20 $1,019.80

Office Supplies $360.00 0.00 $360.00

Apparel $1,260.00 $537.65 $722.35

Beautification $600.00 0.00 $600.00

Events $7,840.00 $6,036.46 $1,803.54

MISC $980.00 0.00 $980.00

Total: $21,500.00 $8,589.59 $11,060.41
SPECIAL SERVICE
DISTRICT (SSD) :
FUNDING ALIGNMENT
FOR CITIES
Historic Funding Strategy
Foundations
General Funds

General Obligation Bond

SPLOST, TSPLOST

TADs

Grants (federal/state)
Funding Strategy Foundations:
Special Service District (SSD)
• A Special Service District (SSD) allows elected
officials to provide or enhance services in
specific community areas.
Funding Strategy Foundations:
Special Service District (SSD)
Category Details
• Community will directly benefit from the new service
Cost Burden & Equity
• Benefits for disadvantaged communities outside the SSD can also be measured
• There is no maximum legal SSD rate limit
Yield • Bond amount is limited by the SSD digest
• The maximum rate set by the city/county
• Must be established by a county or city
Legality
• Broad flexibility in structure and what is allowable under the SSD

Administrative, Collection & Compliance • Reporting requirements back to partners
Costs • Reporting on expenditures, project status
• Like a property tax, revenue will be consistent and yearly • Annual collection, would
Revenue Reliability & Timing
likely need a financing mechanism to begin work on the project
• Could use to implement through partnerships with the city/county

• Complexity depends on the number of jurisdictions involved
Ease of Implementation
• Can be implemented quickly when there is agreement among implementing
jurisdictions
Thank You
Innovative Approaches to Funding

Creative financing:
• Land value capture
• Eds and meds
• Green infrastructure
• Federal initiatives: RAISE, HUD
SSD Case Studies
• The Beltline
• The Stitch
• Brookhaven City Center
• Avondale
• Now Stockbridge
Questions?

THANK YOU!
STATE OF GEORGIA
HENRY COUNTY
CITY OF STOCKBRIDGE

ORDINANCE NO. TX-2025-01

AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND TITLE 12 (UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT
CODE), SECTION 2.5.3(E) AND SECTION 2.5.3(F), OF THE CODE OF
ORDINANCES, CITY OF STOCKBRIDGE, GEORGIA RELATING TO
THE DOWNTOWN VILLAGE (DT) OVERLAY DISTRICT, SO AS TO
ADD CERTAIN USES TO THE LIST OF “SPECIAL USES” REQUIRING
A SPECIAL USE PERMIT, AND TO REMOVE CERTAIN USES FROM
THE LIST OF PROHIBITED USES AND ALLOW THEM TO NOW BE
PERMITTED USES, PROVIDED THAT CERTAIN REQUIREMENTS
ARE MET; TO PROVIDE FOR SEVERABILITY; TO REPEAL
CONFLICTING ORDINANCES; TO PROVIDE AN EFFECTIVE DATE;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.

SECTION 1. Ordinance. That Title 12, Section 2.5.2(E) and Section 2.5.3(F) of the
current Stockbridge Code be deleted, and that new Title 12, Section 2.5.3(E) and Section
2.5.3(F) be added to the Code of Ordinances, City of Stockbridge, Georgia, so as to read as
follows:

E. Special Uses. Certain “Special Uses” may be located in the Downtown Village Overlay District,
provided that they are first approved via a Special Use Permit and that they meet other specified
requirements. Section E(1) below provides the list of “Special Uses” which may be located in the
Downtown Village Overlay District, and Section E(2) below provides the list of requirements for
those Special Uses.

1. List of Special Uses.

a. All Special Uses as provided in the Downtown (DT) District.

b. Bed and breakfast establishments.

c. Gasoline Stations, Minor Automotive Service/Repair/Maintenance Centers, Car Washes,
Convenience Stores, and Other Associated Uses.

d. Multi-family residential buildings.

e. Passenger depots and transit shelters.

f. Restaurants, take-out establishments, banks, and pharmacies with drive-through facilities
and/or windows.

g. Single-family residences.

h. Other Special Uses, to be determined by the Community Development Director.

2. List of Requirements for Special Uses

a. A Special Use must be located on a property which has frontage on either a collector or an
arterial road, as is classified by the Georgia Department of Transportation or the Henry County
Department of Transportation.
b. The property must have a base zoning district which allows such uses.
c. All property design standards of the base zoning district must be met.
d. Any existing non-conforming structures may not be enlarged.
e. Building facades for both primary and accessory structures must be constructed of brick on all
sides.
f. At gasoline stations, an equal number of electric charging stations as gas pumps must be
provided on the site, and covered canopies must be provided over gas pumps and electric
charging stations.
g. An acceptable means of access and internal circulation must be provided, to be determined by
the Fire Marshal.
h. The required number of parking spaces must be provided.
i. The required buffers must be provided.
j. Other special requirements, to be determined by the Community Development Director.

F. Prohibited Uses. The following uses are prohibited in the Downtown Village Overlay District:

1. Adult entertainment establishments.

2. Boarding and rooming homes.

3. Catering establishments.

4. Child and adult day care centers.

5. Consignment and thrift stores.

6. Family day care homes.

7. Payday loan, title loan, and money cash exchange establishments.

8. Places of worship.

9. Public and private schools and related facilities.

10. Tobacco and vape shops.

11. Tattoo and piercing studios.

12. Extended stay motels and hotels.

13. Personal care homes.

SECTION 2. Repeal. The existing Title 12, Section 2.5.3(E) and Section 2.5.3(F) are
hereby repealed. From the Code of Ordinances, City of Stockbridge, Georgia. All ordinances in
conflict with this Ordinance are repealed, except as otherwise provided herein.

SECTION 3. Intention of the Governing Body. It is the intention of the governing
body, and it is hereby ordained that the provisions of this Ordinance shall be come and be made
a part of the Code of Ordinances, City of Stockbridge, Georgia, and the sections of the ordinance
may be renumbered to accomplish such intention.

SECTION 4. Approval of Execution. The Mayor is hereby authorized to sign all
documents necessary to enact this Ordinance.

SECTION 5. Attestation. The City Clerk is authorized to execute, attest to, and seal
any documents which may be necessary to effectuate this ordinance, subject to approval as to
form by the City Attorney.

SECTION 6. Authority to Amend. The City Attorney is granted authority to amend
or correct this Ordinance, with the express consent of the City Council, to reflect the intent of
the Council and ensure compliance with applicable laws.

SECTION 7. Effective Date. This ordinance becomes effective immediately upon
adoption and recording by the City Clerk.

ANTHONY S. FORD, Mayor

SO ORDAINED this ___ day of _____________________, 2024.

ATTEST:

___________________________________ (SEAL)
VANESSA HOLIDAY, City Clerk

APPROVED AS TO FORM:

QUINTON G. WASHINGTON, City Attorney

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STATE OF GEORGIA
HENRY COUNTY
CITY OF STOCKBRIDGE

ORDINANCE NO. TX-2025-02

AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE CODE OF ORDINANCES TO CREATE A
NEW SECTION TO ESTABLISH SUPPLEMENTAL USE STANDARDS FOR
PERSONAL CARE HOMES FOR ONE TO SIX UNRELATED ADULTS; TO
IDENTIFY ZONING DISTRICTS WHERE SUCH USES ARE PERMITTED BY
SPECIAL USE PERMIT; TO ESTABLISH COMPLIANCE, OPERATIONAL, AND
DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS; TO AMEND THE HOME OCCUPATION
SECTION; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.

WHEREAS, the City of Stockbridge, Georgia is authorized by its Charter and by
the general laws of the State of Georgia, including, but not limited to, Title 36 of
the Official Code of Georgia Annotated (O.C.G.A.), to adopt and amend
ordinances related to the regulation of land uses; and

WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council of the City of Stockbridge find that it is in the
best interest of the public health, safety, and welfare to establish clear
supplemental regulations and zoning district allowances for personal care homes
accommodating one (1) to six (6) unrelated adults; and

WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council desire to ensure such facilities are compatible
with surrounding residential neighborhoods while providing appropriate services in
a structured, compliant, and accessible environment; and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and Council of the City of
Stockbridge, Georgia, and it is hereby ordained by authority of the same:

Section 1. Approval to amend the Stockbridge Code of Ordinances, Title 9,
entitled, “Licensing and Regulation”, shall be amended to add a new section
entitled, "Supplemental Use Standards for Personal Care Homes," which shall
read as provided in the attached Exhibit A, and to amend Section 3.2.18 for Home
Occupations to provide for personal care homes; and

Section 2. Approval to amend the Unified Development Code, Title 12, entitled,
“Unified Development Code”, Chapter 3, entitled, “Use Regulations, Section
3.2.28, “Personal care homes, group homes, and boarding homes having two or
less persons”, and Section 3.2.29, entitled, “Personal care homes, group homes,
and boarding home having three or more persons”, which shall read as provided
in the attached Exhibit A.
Section 3. Approval to amend the Unified Development Code, Title 12, entitled
“Unified Development Code”, Chapter 3, entitled “Use Regulations, Section 3.2.18,
Subsection A, numbers 5, 6, 9 & 13 to include, “except for personal care homes.”.

Section 4. Approval to amend the Unified Development Code, Title 12, entitled
“Unified Development Code”, Chapter 3, entitled “Use Regulations, Section 3.2.18,
Subsection A, numbers 10 & 13, to include, “This does not apply to personal care
homes”, as provided in Exhibit B.

Section 5. Approval to amend the Unified Development Code, Title 12, entitled
“Unified Development Code”, Chapter 3, entitled “Use Regulations, Section 3.2.18,
Section B, to include, “This does not include personal care homes, which may be
permitted as a home occupation, provided that a Special Use Permit is first
approved for the property”, as provided in Exhibit B.

Section 6. Intention of the Governing Body. It is the intention of the governing
body, and it is hereby ordained that the provisions of this ordinance shall be come
and be made a part of the code of Ordinances, City of Stockbridge, Georgia, and
the sections of the ordinance may be renumbered to accomplish such intention.

Section 7. Severability. In the event that any section, subsection, sentence,
clause, or phrase of this Ordinance is declared or adjudged to be invalid or
unconstitutional, such adjudication shall in no manner affect the remaining portions
of this Ordinance, which shall remain in full force and effect as if the invalid or
unconstitutional section, subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase were not
originally a part of this Ordinance.

Section 8. Repealer. All ordinances or parts of ordinances that are in conflict with
this Ordinance are hereby repealed.

Section 9. Attestation. The City Clerk is authorized to execute, attest to, and seal
any documents which may be necessary to effectuate this ordinance, subject to
approval as to form by the City Attorney.

Section 10. Authority to Amend. The City Attorney is granted the authority to
amend or correct this ordinance, with the express consent of City Council, to reflect
the intent of the Council and to ensure compliance with applicable laws.

Section 11. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall become effective immediately
upon its adoption by the City Council.

SO ORDAINED this ___ day of ___________, 2025.
Mayor

City Clerk
EXHIBIT A

Definitions

Personal care home (PCH) shall mean a residential facility providing assistance to
individuals who need help with daily activities, but who do not require the level of
medical care found in nursing homes. Aimed at fostering independence, PCHs
offer services such as meal preparation, grooming assistance, and medication
management. These facilities are intended to provide a supportive, home-like
environment while preserving the dignity and autonomy of residents. Personal care
services are provided to no more than six (6) non-family adults. Personal care
services include, but are not limited to, individual assistance with, or supervision
of, self-administered medication and essential activities of daily living, such as
eating, bathing, grooming, dressing, and toileting. A personal care home may not
provide nursing or other medical services or admit and retain residents who need
continuous medical or nursing care (see O.C.G.A. § 31-7-12 for State
requirements for personal care homes).

Administrator shall mean the person designated to maintain responsibility for the
household on a 24-hour basis, seven days a week and 365 days a year, and who
shall live on site.

Employee shall mean any person who receives compensation in any form for
services rendered in their duties at a community living arrangement or a personal
care home, and who has been approved by the State of Georgia Department of
Community Health to be employed at such a location.

Volunteer shall mean a person who provides services or assistance at a personal
care home without receiving financial compensation or other tangible benefits in
return. Volunteers may assist with non-medical tasks such as companionship,
recreational activities, meal preparation, housekeeping support, or administrative
duties.

Resident shall mean any non-family adult living in a community living arrangement
or personal care home and receiving services, support, care, or treatment.

Distinctions

Personal care homes are distinguished from similar types of facilities in the City of
Stockbridge. Section 9.70.020 of the Stockbridge Municode, which is part of Title
9 for Licensing and Regulation, provides definitions for day care centers, family
day care centers, and group day care homes, but not specifically for personal care
homes. Day care centers and group day care homes may only provide care
services for less than twenty-four hours per day. Group day care homes are for
places other than a private residence. Thus, personal care homes are different
from day care centers, family day care centers, and group day care homes
because they may be used for adults, and they are not limited to fewer than twenty-
four hours per day.

The term, “personal care home”, does not include buildings which are devoted to
independent living units which include kitchen facilities in which residents have the
option of preparing and serving some or all of their own meals, nor does it include
halfway houses, residential treatment facilities, nursing homes, sanitariums,
hospitals or other institutional facilities, or rooming or boarding facilities that do not
provide personal care.

Section 9.70.110(A) states: “A family day care center, as defined by this chapter,
shall be strictly prohibited within the city of Stockbridge.” However, personal care
homes are not the same as family day care centers. Also, Section 3.2.3 for “Adult
and child day care facilities” does not prohibit personal care homes. Instead,
Section 3.2.28 (for two or less persons) and Section 3.2.29 (for three or more
persons) of the UDC make provisions for the establishment of personal care
homes.

Zoning Eligibility
The City of Stockbridge permits Personal Care Homes (PCH) by Special Use
Permit. Personal Care Homes housing up to six (6) unrelated adults shall be
permitted only by Special Use Permit (SP) in the following zoning districts: RR
(Rural Residential), SR (Suburban Residential), CCR (City Center Residential),
MFR (Multifamily Residential), and OI (Office-Institutional).

Special Use Permit Requirement

Prior to offering any services to residents, the owner of a personal care home must
obtain a Special Use Permit. Each applicant for a personal care home shall apply
for and obtain a Special Use Permit which has been approved by City Council, and
the applicant shall comply with the standards that are listed below.

Special Use Permit Application Requirements

The owner shall provide a copy of the application that was submitted to the State
of Georgia, and a copy of the approved State of Georgia Personal Care Home
Permit from the Georgia Department of Community Health. To meet State
requirements per O.C.G.A. Rule 111-8-62-20(3)(6) (medications), the staff in a
personal care home who provide medication to residents must have completed the
“Basic Medication Training for Staff Assisting with Self-Administration” and have
met the Certified Medication Aide Requirements.
• For the administrator and/or owner (if different), the following information shall
be provided, including the following:

o Name and address
o Date of birth
o If the individual is the administrator, an affidavit of residency on site.
o A background check conducted by Stockbridge Police Department

• A Zoning Verification Letter from the City of Stockbridge Planning and Zoning
Division showing that the use is permitted for the relevant zoning district.
• An approved inspection report from the Building Permits and Inspections
Division, showing that the site has passed all relevant inspections.
• An approved inspection report from the Fire Marshal showing that the site is
in compliance with all life safety codes, as required by state and local law.
• A copy of a liability insurance policy, as required by state law.
• Any other information deemed necessary by the Stockbridge Code
Enforcement Division or the Stockbridge City Council.
• The applicant must have a state license to operate a personal care home

Use Standards

Resident Capacity: Facilities shall accommodate a minimum of one (1) and a
maximum of six (6) unrelated adults.

Staffing Requirements: At least one administrator, on-site manager, or a
responsible staff member shall be on the premises 24 hours per day. The
administrator shall be registered with the State of Georgia Department of
Community Health. The minimum on-site, staff-to-resident ratio shall be 1:2 during
waking hours (7:00 AM-10:00 PM), and 1:6 during non-waking hours (10:00 PM to
7:00 AM).

Setbacks for Residential Districts: The subject property shall meet the setback
requirements of the zoning district in which it is located.

Off-Street Parking Requirements: A minimum of two (2) off-street parking
spaces per resident unit plus one (1) ADA parking space per non-resident
employee shall be provided. Parking is prohibited within the front yard setback and
must be located to the side or rear of the principal structure.

Landscaping and Buffers: Provide landscape strips and buffers as required in
the allowable zoning district as specified. The facility shall comply with landscape
strip and buffer requirements as specified in the applicable zoning district and
Section 5.6 of the UDC. Includes a Type C buffer (minimum twenty feet) adjacent
to residential uses, and a 10-foot street frontage landscape strip.

Resident Registry: The personal care home shall provide the Stockbridge Fire
Marshal and Police Department with a current and annually updated list of
residents who have disabilities, and any other information concerning their special
needs.

Regulatory Compliance: The personal care home must comply with all local,
state, and federal regulations. All required permits must be submitted to the
Stockbridge Department of Community Development prior to the issuance of a
Certificate of Occupancy.

Proximity Restriction: No such facility shall be located within 5,280 feet of any
other assisted living facility, community living arrangement, personal care home,
or medical-related lodging or rehabilitation center.

Business License Requirement: The personal care home must obtain a valid
business license from the City of Stockbridge Business Services Division.

Development Standards Summary Table

Development Feature Standard
Minimum Site Area One acre and not located within a
subdivision.
Minimum Side and Rear Setbacks Must meet the zoning district setback
requirements.
Structure Type Single-family home, freestanding
structure, or within a religious facility.
Number of Residents 1 to 6 unrelated adults.
Hours of Operation 24-hour supervision.
Parking Two (2) spaces per unit plus one (1)
ADA space per non-resident
employee. No parking shall be
allowed in the front yard setback.
Fencing A 6-foot privacy fence shall be
installed around the perimeter and
sides of the house (refer to Section
3.2.13 of the Stockbridge Unified
Development Code).

Minimum House Size Must meet or exceed the required
minimum house size for the zoning
district in which the property is
located.
Exterior Appearance The exterior appearance of any
residential structure for which a
personal care home is approved shall
be maintained as residential dwelling.
No signs shall be erected.
HVAC Requirements Central HVAC system in good working
condition
ADA Compliance Personal care home must include
accessible features such as ramps,
grab bars, and a clear path of travel,
in accordance with ADA requirements.
Flock Cameras Flock cameras must be installed with
360-degree coverage around the
personal care home.

Zoning Use Table

Principal Supplemental RR SR CCR / MFR /
Uses Regulations? OI
Personal Yes SP SP SP
Care Home—
One to Six
Unrelated
Adults.

Inspection Requirement
All licensed personal care homes shall be subject to annual inspections by the City
of Stockbridge to verify their compliance with zoning, health, safety, and building
codes.

Signage Limitations

No commercial signage shall be permitted on the premises of a Personal Care
Home located in a residential zoning district.

Staff Qualifications

The administrator or onsite manager must be registered with the Georgia
Department of Community Health. The administrator or onsite manager must
maintain documentation of all staff training and certifications. The administrator
must reside on-site or designate a qualified on-site manager during absences.
All staff must receive annual training in CPR, basic first aid, emergency procedures
as required by the State of Georgia and provide documentation upon request to
the City. Basic Medication Training for Staff Assisting with Self-Administration and
Certified Medication Aide Requirements must also be met.

All personal care homes must comply with the Georgia Long Term Care
Background Check Program. Facilities must maintain documentation of all
background checks. Ensure that no person with an unsatisfactory determination is
employed in a role with direct access to residents.

Recordkeeping

Personal care homes must maintain current records for all residents and staff,
including emergency contact information and medication logs, and make such
records available to authorized City officials upon request. The records must be
retained for a minimum of three (3) years after the resident is discharged,
transferred, or deceased, in accordance with Georgia Department of Community
Health regulations.

Security Plan

A written security plan shall be submitted as part of the Special Use Permit
application to the City of Stockbridge, Georgia. The plan shall detail emergency
response procedures, visitor access protocols, staff response training, and regular
maintenance and the positioning of security cameras for 360-degree coverage.

Security Measures

The personal care home shall have the following security measures:

• Facility Security: Five (5) outdoor cameras, floodlights, smoke detectors, and
an alarm system.
• Resident Security: Security-coded entry doors and a monitored entry system.
• Medication Storage: Locked medication boxes that are restricted from
unauthorized access.
• Accessibility Features: Grab bars and appropriate signage throughout.
• Emergency Systems: Emergency exits, exit signs, an emergency evacuation
plan, and established emergency service procedures.

Annual Compliance Report

Each personal care home shall submit an Annual Compliance Report to the City
of Stockbridge summarizing the following:
• Staff training and certifications.
• Emergency drills that were conducted.
• ADA compliance status.
• Surveillance system maintenance logs.
• Updated contact information for all residents and staff.

Operational Manual

Each facility shall maintain and make available on-site an Operational Policies and
Procedures Manual outlining daily routines, emergency protocols, medication
handling procedures, visitor policies, grievance procedures, and staff roles and
responsibilities. The Operational Policies and Procedures Manual shall be
reviewed and updated annually.

Floor Plan Submission

Applicants shall submit a detailed floor plan with their Special Use Permit
application. The floor plan must include room dimensions, proposed resident
bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen facilities, common areas, and accessible pathways
in accordance with ADA standards.

Fire Safety Requirements

All personal care homes shall be equipped with:

• Smoke detectors in each bedroom, hallway, and common areas.
• Fire extinguishers on each floor, inspected and maintained per NFPA
standards.
• Fire alarm systems with audible and visual alerts.
• Automatic sprinkler systems where required by the State Fire Marshal based
on occupancy and structure type.

Emergency Procedures

Staff would assess the situation, contact 911, and transport residents to a hospital
or urgent care center, if necessary.

• Fire and Evacuation: All staff would be trained in fire safety and evacuation
procedures; regular fire drills would be conducted.
• Weather and Natural Disasters: Facility would maintain an emergency kit and
a disaster preparedness plan in case of severe weather or natural disasters.
• Emergency Exits: They must be clearly marked, unobstructed, and accessible
to all residents, including those with mobility impairments.
Annual Permit

A person or entity seeking to own or operate a personal care home within the City
of Stockbridge must receive a personal care home annual permit, to be issued and
renewed annually by the City. The City shall review each application, conduct any
additional investigation deemed reasonable in assessing each application, and
maintain a record of any person or entity who has received such a license. This
permit is different from a business/occupational tax license or regulatory fee. The
permit fee is $1500 per year and cannot be pro-rated if applied after July 1st.

Based on the findings of the investigation, the City may impose additional
conditions upon the personal care home’s operation, which in the discretion of the
City, are necessary to ensure compatibility with other uses in the vicinity and to
ensure public health, safety, and welfare.

The City may deny an application for a personal care home for any of the following
reasons: the applicant has been convicted of a felony; the applicant is under the
age of twenty-one (21) years; the applicant has made a false statement in the
application for a license; the application on its face indicates that the proposed
personal care home cannot be operated in accordance with the requirements of
this section; or any other significant finding.

A personal care home permit may be revoked for any of the following reasons:

• The owner or operator of the personal care home violates any requirement of
this section.
• The owner or operator of the personal care home is convicted of a felony.
• Personal care home is not in compliance with one or more of the conditions of
its license.
• Owner or operator has committed fraud in the rendering of services or fraud
or deceit in obtaining a permit.
• The owner or any employee has engaged in any fraudulent, false, misleading,
or deceptive practices in the operation of the facility.
• The owner, resident or any employee commits any criminal act at the permit
holder's premises.
• Any other significant finding.

Notwithstanding this license requirement and any additional conditions imposed
by the City Manager, a personal care home shall also obtain all other approvals
and permits required by law.

A personal care home permit is valid from the date of issuance until December 31
of the year applied, unless otherwise suspended or revoked. A valid permit that is
not suspended or revoked, at the time of its expiration, may be renewed for a
consecutive one-year period.

Occupational Tax Certificate (OTC)

Personal Care Homes shall be considered regulated businesses, as defined by
the City of Stockbridge’s Code of Ordinances. The non-refundable annual fee is
based on the gross receipts of the business and added with an annual permit.

Applicants are required to file for a personal care home permit with the City of
Stockbridge’s Business Services Division annually.

A person or entity seeking to own or operate a personal care home within the City
must apply for and receive an OTC. The OTC must be renewed and issued
annually by the City of Stockbridge’s Business Services Division.

The City may impose additional conditions on the operation of a personal care
home as it deems necessary to ensure its compatibility with surrounding land uses,
and to protect the public health, safety, and welfare.

A personal care home OTC may be revoked for any of the following reasons: the
owner or operator of the personal care home violates any requirement of this
section; the owner or operator of the personal care home is convicted of a felony;
the personal care home is not in compliance with one or more of the conditions of
its license; or any other significant finding.

Notwithstanding this OTC requirement and any additional conditions imposed by
the City, a personal care home shall also obtain all other approvals and permits
required by Ordinances of the City of Stockbridge and the State of Georgia.

Personal care homes must maintain an active Occupational Tax License from the
City of Stockbridge.
EXHIBIT B

3.2.18 Home occupations.

A. A home occupation as defined by this section is permitted subject to the
following requirements:

1. Only the residents of the dwelling may be engaged in the home occupation.

2. The home occupation shall be clearly incidental to the residential use of the
dwelling and shall not change the residential character of the building.

3. No display of products shall be visible from the street except agricultural
products that are grown on the premises in an RR (Rural Residential)
zoning district. Only products that are produced on the premises may be
sold on the premises.

4. No signs shall be allowed for identifying the premises as a home
occupation, except in the RR district. Such signs may only advertise the
items that are produced on the property.

5. Use of a dwelling for a home occupation shall not exceed twenty-five
percent (25%) of one (1) floor, except for personal care homes.

6. No interior or exterior alterations that are inconsistent with the residential
use of the building shall be permitted, except for personal care homes.

7. The home occupation shall not constitute a nuisance to the community.

8. No outside storage of materials to be used in connection with a home
occupation is permitted, except in an RR district. To the extent that large or
hazardous materials are used by a home occupation, the applicant shall be
required to store such materials at a site other than the home occupation,
consistent with applicable zoning and land use laws.

9. No accessory buildings shall be used in connection with the home
occupation, except in an RR district, unless it is approved as a special use
and then in a residential district only. The use of an accessory building shall
comply with the following conditions:

a. The accessory building shall maintain a residential appearance.

b. No business activities involving in-person contacts with customers shall be
conducted between the hours of 7:30 p.m. and 7:30 a.m., except for
personal care homes
c. No automotive painting, body work, salvage, major automotive, or heavy
equipment repairs are to be conducted.

d. No machinery or equipment shall be used which generates noise that is
detectable outside the accessory structure.

10. Applicants shall not be allowed to have customers visit the home
occupation, except as listed below (This does not apply to personal care
homes):

a. The conduct of a home occupation involving rendering of services, such as
those listed below, will be allowed subject to the following limitation(s):

i. Instruction in music and similar subjects shall be limited to two (2)
students at a time, subject to restrictions for certain types of
businesses.

ii. Beauty shops, barber shops, manicurists and similar occupations
shall be limited to two (2) customers at a time.

b. Any service provider conducting a home occupation under this section shall
not be allowed to market and sell goods or products on the premises of the
home occupation.

c. Nothing in this section shall preclude the owner of a home occupation from
meeting customers at a site other than the home occupation, consistent with
applicable zoning and land use laws.

11. Only passenger vehicles, pickup trucks, vans, and trailers that are pulled by
such vehicles may be used in connection with the management of a home
occupation. Trailers shall be stored in a garage or accessory structure when
they are not in use, and no vehicle or trailer shall feature commercial
advertising or marks identifying a commercial use of said vehicle.

12. Beauty shops, barber shops, manicurists, and similar services that are
conducted as home occupations are subject to the requirements for
restricted businesses. They shall be limited to two (2) chairs (stations) and
one (1) shampoo chair (station).

13. No more than two (2) non-transient guests may be boarded at anyone (1)
time as a home occupation. This does not apply to personal care homes.
14. The following and similar uses shall be considered to be home occupations,
provided that they follow the minimum standards described in this section:
Attorney, addressing service, art instruction, beauty and barber shop,
dentist, doctor, drafting and surveying, dressmaking, insurance agent,
manufacturers' representative, music teacher, notary public, photographer,
real estate agent, tax services, and consultant.

15. All home occupations shall obtain an occupational tax certificate, or
business license, from the city. The city clerk is hereby authorized to accept
applications and either grant the same if an applicant demonstrates
compliance with the requirements of this section or refers the matter to the
mayor and city council for action.

16. Agricultural activities that are associated with the raising of crops and farm
animals on properties which are over three (3) acres in size shall not be
subject to the requirements for home occupations.

17. The city reserves the right to establish sanitation rates for home occupations
that are higher than those for residential customers generally. All home
occupations shall pay for sanitation services at the higher rate, and in a
timely manner, or face the revocation of a previously-issued occupational
tax certificate, denial of the rights to engage in a home occupation in the
future, or any other civil penalties that are authorized by law.

B. Family Day Care Centers Prohibited. Family day care centers, as are
defined in this unified development code, shall hereafter be strictly
prohibited within the City of Stockbridge. This does not include personal
care homes, which may be permitted as home occupation, provided
that a Special Use Permit is first approved for the property

City of Stockbridge Unified Development Code
July 29, 2025

Mr. Andrew Smith, Principal Planner
Atlanta Regional Commission
229 Peachtree St. NE STE 100
Atlanta, GA 30303

RE: Transmittal of City of Stockbridge 2025-2030 Short Term Work Program & Capital Improvement
Element Update to the Atlanta Regional Commission & Dept. of Community Affairs

Dear Mr. Smith,

The City of Stockbridge has completed an update of its comprehensive plan and is submitting it with this
letter for review by the Atlanta Regional Commission and the Department of Community Affairs.

I certify that we have held the required public hearings and have involved the public in development of the
plan in a manner appropriate to our community’s dynamics and resources. Evidence of this has been
included with our submittal.

I certify that the appropriate staff and decision-makers have reviewed both the Regional Water Plan
covering our area and the Rules for Environmental Planning Criteria (O.C.G.A. 12-2-8) and taken them into
consideration in formulating our plan.

If you have any questions concerning our submittal, please contact Ryan Anderson, Community
Development Director at 678-833-3340 and randerson@cityofstockbridge-ga.gov.

Best regards,

Mayor Anthony Ford
Stockbridge City Council
aford@cityofstockbridge-ga.gov

cc: Shawn Edmondson, City Manager
Vanessa Holiday, City Clerk
Ryan Anderson Director, Community Development
STATE OF GEORGIA
HENRY COUNTY
CITY OF STOCKBRIDGE

RESOLUTION NO.

A RESOLUTION TO APPROVE THE 2026-2030 SHORT TERM WORK PROGRAM
AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS ELEMENT

WHEREAS, the City of Stockbridge (“City”) has prepared an annual update to its Short-
Term Work Program and Capital Improvements Element.

WHEREAS, the annual update to the Short-Term Work Program and Capital
lmprovements Element was prepared in accordance with the Development Impact Fee
Compliance Requirements and the Minimum Planning Standards and Procedures for Local
Comprehensive Planning established by the Georgia Planning Act of 1989, as amended; and a
Public Hearing was held on July 29, 2025;

WHEREAS, the Stockbridge City Council has previously authorized the City Staff to
transmit the annual update of the Short-Term Work Program and Capital Improvements Element
covering the five-year period between 2026-2030 by a July 29, 2025, authorizing resolution of
the City Council to the Atlanta Regional Commission and Georgia Department of Community
Affairs as required by the Georgia Planning Act; and

WHEREAS, the Atlanta Regional Commission and Georgia Department of Community
Affairs have recommended final approval of the 2026-2030 Short-Term Work Program and
Capital Improvements Element and the extension of the program.

THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF STOCKBRIDGE
HEREBY RESOLVES:

SECTION 1. Approval. The City of Stockbridge does hereby approve the City of Stockbridge
2026-2030 Short-Term Work Program and Capital Improvements Element to the Department of
Community Affairs & Atlanta Regional Commission. A copy of the public notice is attached as
Exhibit A.

SECTION 2. Public Record. This document shall be maintained as a public record by the City
Clerk and shall be accessible to the public during all normal business hours of the City of
Stockbridge.

SECTION 3. Authorization of Execution. The Mayor is hereby authorized to sign all
documents necessary to effectuate this Resolution.
SECTION 4. Attestation. The City Clerk is authorized to execute, attest to, and seal any
documents which may be necessary to effectuate this ordinance, subject to approval as to form
by the City Attorney.

SECTION 5. Effective Date. This resolution shall become effective immediately upon its
adoption by the Mayor and City Council of the City of Stockbridge as provided in the City
Charter.

SO ORDAINED _____ day of ________ 2025.

ANTHONY S. FORD, Mayor

ATTEST:

___________________________________ (SEAL)
VANESSA HOLIDAY, City Clerk

APPROVED AS TO FORM:

QUINTON G. WASHINGTON, City Attorney
Short-Term Work Program & CIE City of Stockbridge Georgia

Ryan Anderson

2026-2030 - Draft Community Development Director
Agenda

• Certification Letter from Mayor Ford
• 2026-2026 Resolution for Approval
• Infrastructure
• Economic Development
• Land Use
• Transportation
• Projects
Letter of
Certification
from Mayor
Ford
Resolution

2026-2030 Short Term Work Program
& Capital Improvements Elements
Infrastructure

Project planned beyond a 5-year time horizon if none are scheduled during the annual reporting
period
Economic Development
Land Use
Transportation

The City has projects planned beyond the 5-year time horizon if none are scheduled during the annual reporting period.
Municipal Building Projects
Maintenance Shop
Infrastructure Projects
Park Improvements
Road Resurfacing &
Sidewalks
CIP
Expenditures
Summary by
Project – Fund
353

Detailed

WILL BE REPLACED WITH UPDATED FINANCIALS PENDING AUDIT
COMPLETION
Projected Five Year Detailed
FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 Total Funding Source
$292,500 SPLOST/Grants

$1,114,650 SPLOST/Grants

$400,000 $400,000 $400,000 $2,000,000 SPLOST/Grants

$350,000 Fund Balance/SPLOTV
$94,736 General Fund
$6,675,000 $6,675,000 $6,675,000 $32,000,000 Bonds/SPLOST

$2,205,598 $2,205,598 $2,205,598 $10,000,000 Bonds/SPLOST/General Fund/ Hotel
Motel
$356,367 $356,367 $356,367 $1,781,835 SPLOST/SPLOST

$551,104 ARPA
$780,041 $780,041 $780,041 $3,900,205 TSPLOST
$589,300 $589,300 $589,300 $294,500 SPLOST/SPLOST
$11,006,30 $11,006,30 $11,006,306 $55,031,530 WILL BE REPLACED WITH UPDATED FINANCIALS
6 6 PENDING AUDIT COMPLETION
FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 TOTAL

$444,102 $444,102 $444,102 $2,220,510

$5,925,905 $5,925,905 $5,925,905 $29,629,525

$3,986,982 $3,986,982 $3,986,982 $19,934910

$449,317 $449,317 $449,317 $2,246,585

$200,000 $200,000 $200,000 $1,000,000

$11,006,306 $11,006,306 $11,006,306 $55,031,530

Projected Five year Summary
WILL BE REPLACED WITH UPDATED FINANCIALS PENDING AUDIT
COMPLETION
Annual Financial Report -
2024

Impact fees for the City of Stockbridge are maintained in a separate non-interest,
bearing account
Complete
Projects

The City has projects planned beyond the 5-year time horizon if none are scheduled during the annual
reporting period.
Completed
Projects

The City has projects planned beyond the 5-year time horizon if none are scheduled during the annual
reporting period.
Questions?

Ryan Anderson
Randerson@stockbridgega.org
Phone: 678-833-3340
Item #6 – Police Dept.
Council consideration for
approving forfeited vehicle to
our fleet in order to enhance
police operations.
