Avondale Estates public meetings in 2024

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Board of Mayor and Commissioners will consider adopting the 2025 operating budget and the 2025-2026 capital program. The board will also review several professional service contracts and 2025 administrative schedules.

• Ordinance to adopt the 2025 Operating Budget and 2025-2026 Capital Program
• Contract with Axon Enterprise, Inc for body cameras and tasers
• 2-year contract with Stephen W. Nicholas for Municipal Judge services
• Contract with Josie O. Stevens for prosecuting attorney services
• Resolution to reappoint Alexander Brown to the Planning Architecture and Zoning Board

The Board of Mayor and Commissioners unanimously approved the 2025 Operating Budget and 2025-2026 Capital Program, along with contracts for police body cameras and tasers, municipal judge services, and prosecuting attorney services. The board also designated the city as a Bee City USA Affiliate and adopted the 2025 holiday and meeting schedules. A vote on reappointing Alexander Brown to the Planning, Architecture, and Zoning Board was deferred to the next meeting.

• Adopted 2025 Operating Budget and 2025-2026 Capital Program (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Axon Enterprise for body cameras and tasers (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution designating Avondale Estates as Bee City USA Affiliate (unanimous)
• Adopted 2025 holiday calendar (unanimous)
• Adopted 2025 Board of Mayor and Commissioners meeting schedule (unanimous)
• Approved 2-year contract with Stephen W. Nicholas for municipal judge services (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Josie O. Stevens for prosecuting attorney services (unanimous)
• Deferred vote on reappointing Alexander Brown to Planning, Architecture, and Zoning Board (unanimous)

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Board of Mayor and Commissioners work session scheduled for December 11, 2024, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Downtown Development Authority - Meets the second Tuesday of each month.

The Downtown Development Authority will consider the 2025 operating budget and several real estate matters. The body is discussing lease agreements and funding transfers for public space improvements around The Dale.

• 2025 Operating Budget approval
• 18-month lease for 88 North Avondale to Peters Constructive
• Proposed $2,500 screen and projector for the theater
• Proposed Business Micro-Loan Program
• Amendment to City/DDA IGA for public space improvements around The Dale

The Avondale Estates Downtown Development Authority approved several items, including the transfer of bonds for the Willis apartments sale, a one-year delay in loan repayment for Fabric Developers, an 18-month lease for 88 N. Avondale, a $25,000 business micro-grant program, a $2,500 screen and projector purchase, and the 2025 operating budget. The board also discussed social media misinformation and plans for a joint meeting with the BOMC.

• Approved resolution to transfer bonds for Willis apartments sale and authorized Chair to sign documents
• Approved modification to delay Dale Interest repayment by one year, extending repayment to 11 years
• Approved 18-month lease for 88 N. Avondale to Peters Constructive at $2,600/month
• Approved $25,000 for business micro-grant program in 2025
• Approved $2,500 for screen and projector in theater, contingent on property owner acceptance
• Adopted 2025 operating budget with rental income of $31,100

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board is holding a special called meeting to address personnel matters. The board will make a decision regarding an appeal filed by Joshua Zachary.

• Board decision on appeal by Joshua Zachary
• Executive session on personnel matters

Greenspace Advisory Committee

The Greenspace Advisory Committee will discuss updates on Fletcher Park and a tree planting project scheduled for February 2025. The committee will also review its role as defined by Ordinance 2023-06. Public comment will be heard. No votes or binding decisions are expected at this advisory meeting.

• Fletcher Park update discussion
• Tree planting project planned for February 2025
• Review of committee role per ORD 2023-06
• Public comment period

Historic Preservation Commission - Meets the First Monday of each month.

The Avondale Estates Historic Preservation Commission will consider two proposed residential projects: a compatible designation for a 1948 Colonial Revival house at 17 Fairfield Drive involving driveway resurfacing, walkway replacement with stone pavers, and new porch steps; and a preservation designation for a 1939 Georgian Cottage at 98 Clarendon Avenue including a brick patio, retaining walls, fencing, and driveway expansion. The commission will also discuss the 2025 calendar and a training item.

• 17 Fairfield Drive – compatible designation for driveway resurfacing, stone paver walkway, and new porch steps
• 98 Clarendon Avenue – preservation designation for brick patio, terraced retaining walls, fencing, and wider driveway
• Review of 2025 HPC Calendar
• Training item

Personnel Board

The Avondale Estates Personnel Board will hold a hearing on an appeal filed by Joshua Zachary. No other substantive business is on the agenda; the meeting also includes procedural items such as appointing a chairperson.

• Hearing on appeal by Joshua Zachary

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Board of Mayor and Commissioners will hold a public hearing to receive comment on the proposed 2025 operating budget and 2025-2026 capital program. Following the hearing, they will consider an ordinance to adopt that budget (first read). The board will also consider a pickleball regulations policy.

• Public hearing for public comment on the 2025 operating budget and 2025-2026 capital program
• Consideration of an ordinance to adopt the 2025 operating budget and 2025-2026 capital program (first read)
• Consideration of a pickleball regulations policy
• Approval of meeting minutes from November 6, 2024 regular meeting and work session

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Board of Mayor and Commissioners will review a contract with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for body cameras and tasers. The body will also discuss 2025 meeting and holiday schedules, annual contract renewals for the municipal judge and city solicitor, and zoning board appointments.

• Review of Axon Enterprise, Inc. contract for body cameras and tasers
• Designation of Avondale Estates as a Bee City USA Affiliate
• Annual contract renewals for Municipal Judge S. Nicholas and Solicitor J. Stevens
• Planning Architecture and Zoning Board appointments for Post 1
• Adoption of 2025 holiday and BOMC meeting schedules

Downtown Development Authority - Meets the second Tuesday of each month.

The Downtown Development Authority will discuss downtown orientation, business attraction and retention, external communications, and multi-year funding priorities. The board will also hold an executive session on real estate matters. No specific decisions or dollar amounts are listed on the agenda.

• Executive session on real estate
• Multi-year funding and priorities discussion
• Business attraction and retention update
• External communications and marketing update

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Board of Mayor and Commissioners will consider an intergovernmental agreement with DeKalb County for $2 million in additional SPLOST funding. Other agenda items include approval of meeting minutes from October 23 and routine procedural matters.

• Consideration of an Intergovernmental Agreement with DeKalb County for $2 million in additional SPLOST
• Approval of October 23, 2024 regular meeting minutes
• Approval of October 23, 2024 work session minutes

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Avondale Estates Board of Mayor and Commissioners will hold a work session to continue discussions on the proposed FY 2025 budget and the 2025-2026 capital program. They will also review conceptual design plans for Fletcher Park and receive an update on pickleball regulations. The meeting is scheduled to follow the regular meeting on November 6, 2024.

• Fletcher Park design review with concept map (document referenced)
• Continued FY 2025 budget discussion (draft budget document referenced)
• Discussion of 2025-2026 capital program budget
• Update on pickleball regulations

Greenspace Advisory Committee

The Greenspace Advisory Committee will discuss updates regarding Fletcher Park and the results of a greenspace walk conducted on October 19. The body will also consider the addition of arboretum markers.

• Fletcher Park update
• Results of the October 19 Greenspace Walk
• Additional Arboretum Markers

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Board of Mayor and Commissioners will meet to approve the meeting agenda and minutes from October 9, 2024. The board is considering a contract with Big Apple Services Inc. for traffic calming.

• Contract with Big Apple Services Inc. for traffic calming

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Board will consider an intergovernmental agreement with DeKalb County for an additional $2 million in SPLOST funding and discuss the proposed FY 2025 budget. This is a work session immediately following the regular meeting, with public comment and adoption of the agenda also on the schedule.

• Intergovernmental agreement with DeKalb County for $2 million in additional SPLOST
• FY 2025 budget discussion
• Adoption of the meeting agenda

Planning & Zoning Board - Meets third Monday of the month as needed.

The Planning, Architecture, and Zoning Board is meeting to approve the agenda and previous minutes, review the 2024 calendar, and discuss open board seats and the application/renewal process. No substantive zoning or project decisions are on the agenda.

• Approval of September 16, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of 2024 PAZB calendar
• Discussion of open board seats and application/renewal process

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Board of Mayor and Commissioners is holding a budget workshop to review the proposed 2025 budget, capital program, and work plan. They will also discuss HB 581, a state bill, and attend a Finance 101 presentation. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Discussion of HB 581, a state legislative matter
• Finance 101 presentation on city finances
• Review of 2025 work plan and 2024 accomplishments
• Draft 2025 budget document (2025 BUDGET COUNCIL DRAFT.PDF)
• Capital program overview for 2025-2026

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Board of Mayor and Commissioners will consider the sale of a general obligation sales tax bond. The meeting also includes proposals to annex and rezone specific properties and a settlement agreement with a contractor.

• Issuance and sale of $3,785,000 General Obligation Sales Tax Bond, Series 2024
• Annexation of 718 Dalerose Avenue and 717 Brown Place
• Zoning of 718 Dalerose Avenue and 717 Brown Place as Central Business District-2 (CBD-2) and Town Center
• Settlement agreement with Centennial Contractors Enterprises, Inc.

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Board of Mayor and Commissioners work session scheduled for October 9, 2024, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled; no business conducted

Downtown Development Authority - Meets the second Tuesday of each month.

The Downtown Development Authority will discuss economic development updates, including the 88 N. Avondale lease and capital projects, and review marketing initiatives such as Shop Local Throw Down and Dale Ale Day. A key action item is a request from the Avondale Estates Business Association (AEBA) for $1,500 in marketing support for the Winter Wanderland event. The board will also take up a work plan and budget report, staffing needs, and hold public comment and an executive session on real estate.

• Request from AEBA for $1,500 marketing/promotions support for Winter Wanderland
• Discussion of 88 N. Avondale lease status
• Development update and capital projects overview
• Marketing update including Shop Local Throw Down, Dale Ale Day, and Barrel Man/Streetscape communications
• Staffing discussion and request for additional support

Historic Preservation Commission - Meets the First Monday of each month.

The Historic Preservation Commission will consider approval of meeting minutes, review a revised project at 3 Sussex Road (deferred from July), and hear two new applications: a roof replacement at 22 Lakeshore Drive and front-entry changes at 24 Clarendon Avenue.

• 3 Sussex Road – revised project: renovation of sunroom, rear addition, enclosure of screened porch (deferred from July 2024)
• 22 Lakeshore Drive – replacement of asphalt shingle roofing with roll roof membranes on rear roof sections
• 24 Clarendon Avenue – addition of front awning, replacement of front door and jalousie windows (previously approved with conditions in January 2023, not implemented)
• Approval of minutes from September 9, 2024 regular meeting

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Board of Mayor and Commissioners will hold a public hearing on proposed zoning designation (CBD-2) and land use designation (Town Center) for 718 Dalerose Avenue and 717 Brown Place. They will then consider first-read ordinances to annex those properties into the city and assign the zoning and land use designations. Additionally, the board will consider authorizing the purchase of two vehicles (a Maverick and an Explorer) for the Public Works Department.

• Public hearing on proposed CBD-2 zoning and Town Center land use for 718 Dalerose Avenue and 717 Brown Place
• First read of ordinance to annex 718 Dalerose Avenue and 717 Brown Place into the city
• First read of ordinance to assign CBD-2 zoning and Town Center land use to those properties
• Consideration of purchasing a Maverick and an Explorer for the Public Works Department

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Board of Mayor and Commissioners will hold a work session to continue discussion on pickleball regulations. The meeting includes public comment and an executive session for legal matters. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Continued discussion on pickleball regulations

Planning & Zoning Board - Meets third Monday of the month as needed.

The Planning & Zoning Board will hold a public hearing and consider recommending a zoning designation of Central Business District-2 (CBD-2) and land use designation of Town Center for two properties: 718 Dalerose Avenue and 717 Brown Place. The board will also vote on the July 29, 2024, minutes and a staff report on the rezoning application. No other business is listed.

• Public hearing to assign CBD-2 zoning and Town Center land use to 718 Dalerose Avenue and 717 Brown Place
• Board recommendation on ordinance to zone both properties CBD-2
• Staff report on rezoning application (9.16.2024 PAZB STAFF REPORT)

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Board of Mayor and Commissioners will discuss two ordinances: one to annex 718 Dalerose Avenue and 717 Brown Place into the city, and another to assign those properties a Central Business District-2 (CBD-2) zoning and Town Center land-use designation. No votes are indicated; the items are listed for discussion only.

• Discussion of ordinance to annex 718 Dalerose Avenue and 717 Brown Place
• Discussion of ordinance to assign CBD-2 zoning and Town Center land-use to 718 Dalerose Avenue and 717 Brown Place

The Board held a work session and discussed a proposed annexation of 718 Dalerose Avenue and 717 Brown Place to allow a senior housing development with 66 affordable units. No formal decisions were made; the annexation and zoning ordinances are scheduled for first reading on September 25. The meeting was procedural, with only the agenda and adjournment approved.

• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Adjourned work session (unanimous)

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Board of Mayor and Commissioners will review a plan of finance for SPLOST funds. The meeting includes the consideration of an ordinance to amend Chapter 21 of the City Code regarding zoning fenestration.

• Davenport Plan of Finance for SPLOST Funds
• Ordinance to amend Chapter 21 of the City Code regarding zoning fenestration

Historic Preservation Commission - Meets the First Monday of each month.

The Historic Preservation Commission is reviewing compatible designation requests for two residential properties. The body will also discuss the interpretation of additions within the Historic District Guidelines.

• 8 Clarendon Avenue: Proposed enclosure of porch/deck, addition of garage and deck, and driveway extension
• 28 Berkeley Road: Proposed roof replacement, chimney removal, window and door replacement, and conversion of workshop to screened porch
• Discussion of Historic District Guidelines pages 31 and 39 regarding additions

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Board of Mayor and Commissioners will conduct a first reading of an ordinance to amend Chapter 21 of the City Code regarding zoning. The board will also consider a resolution to renew the city's Opportunity Zone designation.

• First reading of an ordinance to amend Chapter 21 of the City Code regarding fenestration-zoning text
• Resolution requesting renewal of the City's Opportunity Zone designation

The Board of Mayor and Commissioners held a first reading of a zoning ordinance amendment but failed to reach unanimous consent, with Commissioner Laratte voting against. The second reading and final vote are scheduled for two weeks later. The board also approved a resolution to renew the city's Opportunity Zone designation, which provides payroll tax credits to businesses, and unanimously approved the meeting agenda and prior meeting minutes.

• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from July 24 and August 14 meetings (unanimous)
• Denied consent for zoning ordinance amendment (3-1, Laratte opposed)
• Approved resolution to renew Opportunity Zone designation (unanimous)

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Board of Mayor and Commissioners will hold a work session to continue discussions on regulating pickleball and replacing a public works vehicle. No votes are scheduled; these are ongoing agenda items. Public comment will be heard.

• Continued discussion on pickleball regulations
• Continued discussion on public works vehicle replacement (document: TCO F150L_MAVERICK_EXPLORER.PDF)
• Public comment

The Board held a work session to discuss, but not vote on, reducing pickleball court noise and replacing public works vehicles. They considered limiting courts to two, restricting play hours, and testing soft pickleballs, but made no formal decision. For vehicles, consensus leaned toward purchasing a Maverick and Explorer to stay within budget, rather than the more expensive F-150 Lightning.

• Adopted meeting agenda unanimously
• Discussed reducing pickleball courts from four to two and limiting play hours
• Discussed trial of soft pickleballs to reduce noise
• Discussed purchasing Maverick and Explorer vehicles to stay within budget
• Adjourned work session unanimously

Greenspace Advisory Committee

The Greenspace Advisory Committee will meet to receive an update on Fletcher Park. The body will also discuss goals, removals, maintenance, and planting regarding city trees.

• Fletcher Park update
• Tree removal and maintenance goals
• Tree planting

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Board of Mayor and Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding amendments to Chapter 21 of the City Code concerning zoning. The board will also consider contracts for EV charging stations and an amendment to the City Manager's contract.

• Public hearing on an ordinance to amend Chapter 21 of the City Code regarding zoning
• Consideration of a contract with Envirospark Networks, Inc. for EV charging stations
• Consideration of an amendment to the City Manager contract

The Board of Mayor and Commissioners approved a five-year contract with EnviroSpark Networks, Inc. to install and maintain public EV charging stations in two parking spaces at no cost to the city. The board also approved a salary increase for City Manager Patrick Bryant from $167,182 to $173,869.28. Meeting minutes from July 12, 2024, were approved. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved contract with EnviroSpark Networks, Inc. for EV charging stations (unanimous)
• Approved City Manager salary increase to $173,869.28 (unanimous)
• Approved July 12, 2024 regular meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Board of Mayor and Commissioners will discuss updates to the city's zoning code and pickleball regulations. The meeting includes a review of the Homestead Tax Exemption and a resolution to renew the city's Opportunity Zone designation.

• Ordinance to amend Chapter 21 of the City Code regarding zoning
• Resolution requesting renewal of the City’s Opportunity Zone designation
• Discussion on pickleball regulations
• Discussion of Homestead Tax Exemption
• Discussion on public works vehicle replacement

The Avondale Estates Board of Mayor and Commissioners held a work session on August 14, 2024, discussing several topics but taking no formal votes. They reviewed options to address pickleball noise complaints, including restricting hours, soundproofing, or relocating courts. They also discussed a potential homestead tax exemption, a resolution to renew the city's Opportunity Zone designation, replacing public works vehicles with electric models, and zoning code amendments. The board agreed to explore the homestead exemption later and will receive cost breakdowns and first readings at future meetings.

• Adopted meeting agenda unanimously
• Discussed pickleball noise mitigation options; no action taken
• Agreed to explore homestead tax exemption in the future; no action now
• Discussed Opportunity Zone renewal resolution; to be reviewed at next regular meeting
• Discussed electric vs. gas public works vehicles; cost breakdown to be provided next meeting
• Discussed zoning code amendments; first read scheduled for August 28
• Adjourned work session unanimously

Downtown Development Authority - Meets the second Tuesday of each month.

The Downtown Development Authority will review economic development, finance, and marketing updates. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss real estate.

• Shop Local Throw Down marketing update
• Arts And Business Publication discussion
• Executive session for real estate

The Avondale Estates Downtown Development Authority approved $5,000 in funding for a new arts and business zine called 'The Verge,' with stipulations that content aligns with the DDA charter and is available for city use. The meeting also included updates on The Dale development, the 278 Complete Street Project, and the Shop Local Throw Down program. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved $5,000 for 'The Verge' zine (all ayes)
• Approved agenda (all ayes)
• Moved to executive session for real estate (all ayes)

Historic Preservation Commission - Meets the First Monday of each month.

The Historic Preservation Commission will approve minutes from July 8 and consider old business: a revised window repair and replacement project at 72 Dartmouth Avenue. New business includes three proposed projects: a deck and screened porch at 30 Exeter Road, a rear addition with garage at 8 Clarendon Avenue, and a revised freestanding garage and deck at 69 Wiltshire Drive.

• Approval of minutes from July 8, 2024 regular meeting
• Revised window repair and replacement at 72 Dartmouth Avenue (1941 American Small House)
• New deck with stairs and screened porch at 30 Exeter Road (1952 Linear Ranch House)
• Rear addition, garage, and deck at 8 Clarendon Avenue (1966 Colonial Revival-style House)
• Revised freestanding garage and deck at 69 Wiltshire Drive (1948 Split-level House)

The Historic Preservation Commission approved compatible designations for 69 Wiltshire Drive, 72 Dartmouth Avenue (with conditions), and 30 Exeter Road, all unanimously. A motion to deny the 8 Clarendon Avenue project failed for lack of a second; the project was instead deferred on a 2-1 vote. Minutes from July 8, 2024 were approved.

• Approved 69 Wiltshire Drive compatible designation as proposed (unanimous)
• Approved 72 Dartmouth Avenue preservation designation with condition: replacement windows must be 6-over-6 wood, replaced in kind if deteriorated (unanimous)
• Approved 30 Exeter Road compatible designation as submitted (unanimous)
• Deferred 8 Clarendon Avenue compatible designation (2-1: Hover, Deiters aye; Jones nay)
• Motion to deny 8 Clarendon Avenue failed for lack of second
• Approved July 8, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Board - Meets third Monday of the month as needed.

The Planning and Zoning Board will discuss and possibly vote on a proposed ordinance that makes numerous changes to Chapter 21 of the City Code. The amendments affect setback requirements, historic district boundaries, senior housing height bonuses, minimum unit sizes, parking rules, and standards for the central business district. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and other routine business.

• Revised city-wide zoning text amendment adjusting setbacks, historic district boundaries, and CBD regulations
• Height bonus for senior housing in central business district subarea 2
• Elimination of minimum unit size requirements
• Reduction of development bonuses for street improvements in CBD
• New definitions for 'affordable housing' and 'senior housing'

The Planning, Architecture, Zoning Board unanimously approved a revised city-wide text amendment to Chapter 21 (Zoning) of the City's Code of Ordinances. The amendment includes changes to accessory structures, front porches, CBD street typology, CBD fenestration requirements, a revised CBD height bonus for senior housing, and revised contextual street front setbacks for structures on Oakham Place, Windsor Terrace, and Melford Place. The board also approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from November 13, 2023, and was briefed on upcoming training opportunities.

• Approved revised city-wide text amendment to Chapter 21 (Zoning) (unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved November 13, 2023 minutes (unanimous)

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Board of Mayor and Commissioners will meet to review the 2023 Audit Report. The board is also considering a resolution to allocate $100,000 for traffic calming measures.

• Resolution to appropriate $100,000 for traffic calming
• 2023 Audit Report presentation

The Board of Mayor and Commissioners unanimously approved a resolution appropriating $100,000 for traffic calming measures on Kensington and South Avondale corridors, as a trial to reduce speeds and improve safety. The board also approved the July 12 meeting minutes and received the 2023 audit report, which found no significant issues but noted a material weakness in segregation of duties. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $100,000 for traffic calming on Kensington and South Avondale corridors (unanimous)
• Approved July 12, 2024 Regular Meeting Minutes (unanimous)
• Approved July 12, 2024 Work Session Minutes (unanimous)

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Board of Mayor and Commissioners will hold a work session following the regular meeting to continue discussion on public works vehicle replacement and to discuss installing public EV charging stations at the Town Green. Attached documents include an EnviroSpark proposal and an EVSE installation agreement.

• Continued discussion on Public Works Vehicle Replacement
• Discussion on public EV charging stations at the Town Green
• Agenda memo and contract documents for EnviroSpark own/operate proposal
• Avondale Estates EVSE Installation and Services Agreement
• Summary of quotes for EV charging equipment

The work session included discussions on replacing Public Works vehicles with EVs, installing EV chargers at the Public Works lot, and a potential partnership for public chargers at the Town Green. No formal decisions were made; the board will review estimates and contract terms at future meetings. The agenda was adopted, and the board entered executive session for personnel matters.

• Adopted meeting agenda unanimously
• Entered executive session for personnel matters (unanimous)
• Reconvened regular meeting after executive session (unanimous)
• Adjourned work session unanimously

Greenspace Advisory Committee

The Greenspace Advisory Committee will discuss and prioritize potential improvement projects for Fletcher Park, Dewey Brown Plaza, Lanier Gardens, Lake Avondale Trail, and the South Woods Lake project. They will also address vegetation management topics including power line easements, irrigation, invasive species control, and maintenance standards.

• Discussion on prioritizing improvement projects at five locations: Fletcher Park, Dewey Brown Plaza, Lanier Gardens, Lake Avondale Trail, and South Woods Lake
• Vegetation management topics: power line public easements, irrigation systems, invasive vegetation control, and maintenance standards

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Board of Mayor and Commissioners will hold a work session to continue discussions on traffic calming updates. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding the replacement of Public Works vehicles.

• Continued discussion on traffic calming
• Discussion on Public Works vehicle replacement

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Board will consider a resolution to authorize a contract with Atlanta Paving & Concrete Construction, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $195,130.56. The meeting also includes the approval of several sets of meeting minutes from June 2024.

• Contract authorization for Atlanta Paving & Concrete Construction, Inc. up to $195,130.56
• Approval of various June 2024 meeting minutes

Downtown Development Authority - Meets the second Tuesday of each month.

The Downtown Development Authority will review economic development, business updates, and finance reports. The agenda also includes a marketing update for the Shop Local Throw Down and an executive session regarding real estate.

• Economic Development/Business Update
• Finance Report
• Marketing Update: Shop Local Throw Down
• Executive Session - Real Estate

Historic Preservation Commission - Meets the First Monday of each month.

The Historic Preservation Commission will review a revised project for 83 Dartmouth Avenue and a new proposal for 3 Sussex Road. The agenda also includes approving June meeting minutes and discussing commission training.

• Preservation designation review for 83 Dartmouth Avenue
• Compatible designation review for 3 Sussex Road
• Approval of June 3, 2024, meeting minutes
• Discussion regarding HPC training

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Board of Mayor and Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding the 2024 millage rate. The city has tentatively adopted a rate of 9.55 mills.

• Public hearing for the 2024 millage rate
• Tentative adoption of a 9.55 mills property tax rate

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Board of Mayor and Commissioners will vote on several ordinances during this special meeting. These include setting the 2024 millage rate, updating the retirement plan, and adopting a budget amendment.

• Second reading of the 2024 millage rate ordinance at 9.55 mills
• Adoption of the 2023-2025 Defined Benefit Retirement Plan Restatement
• Adoption of a 2023 budget amendment

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Board of Mayor and Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding the 2024 millage rate. The city has tentatively adopted a rate of 9.55 mills.

• Public hearing for the 2024 millage rate
• Tentative adoption of a 9.55 mills property tax rate

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Board of Mayor and Commissioners will consider ordinances to set the 2024 millage rate and adopt a 2023 budget amendment. The meeting also includes a proposal for the 2023-2025 Defined Benefit Retirement Plan Restatement.

• First reading of ordinance to set the 2024 millage rate
• First reading of ordinance to adopt a 2023 budget amendment
• First reading of ordinance to adopt the 2023-2025 Defined Benefit Retirement Plan Restatement

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Avondale Estates Board of Mayor and Commissioners will hold a work session on June 26, 2024. The agenda includes discussions regarding traffic calming and public works matters.

• Traffic calming discussion
• Public Works parking lot discussion
• Public Works vehicle replacement discussion

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Board of Mayor and Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding the 2024 millage rate. The city has tentatively adopted a rate of 9.55 mills.

• Public hearing for 2024 millage rate

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Board of Mayor and Commissioners will consider a proposal from Geo-Hydro Engineers not to exceed $24,500.00. The meeting also includes consideration of a license agreement with IP Construction LLC for a construction laydown yard at 21 N. Avondale Plaza. Additionally, the board will review proclamations for Juneteenth and Municipal Court Clerks' Week.

• Geo-Hydro Engineers proposal not to exceed $24,500.00
• License agreement with IP Construction LLC for a laydown yard at 21 N. Avondale Plaza
• Juneteenth Proclamation
• Municipal Court Clerks' Week Proclamation

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Board will receive an update on the US278 Complete Street Project. The session includes a review of the 2024 draft tax digest and the 2023-2025 Defined Benefit Retirement Plan Restatement. Additionally, the board will review a 2023 budget amendment.

• US278 Complete Street Project update
• 2024 Draft Tax Digest review
• 2023-2025 Defined Benefit Retirement Plan Restatement review
• 2023 Budget Amendment

Historic Preservation Commission - Meets the First Monday of each month.

The Avondale Estates Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to consider preservation designations for properties at 83 and 72 Dartmouth Avenue. The commission will also approve minutes from the May 6, 2024 regular meeting and discuss other items as appropriate.

• 83 Dartmouth Avenue - Preservation Designation
• 72 Dartmouth Avenue - Preservation Designation
• Approval of minutes from May 6, 2024 regular meeting

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Board of Mayor and Commissioners will meet to consider a contract for landscape services with Yellowstone Landscape. The meeting also includes proclamations for National Garden Week and Public Works Week.

• Consideration of a contract with Yellowstone Landscape for landscape services

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Board of Mayor and Commissioners will review a retirement plan restatement and a proposal from Geo-Hydro Engineers. The body will also consider a license agreement with IP Construction LLC for a construction laydown yard at 21 N Avondale Plaza.

• Review of 2023-2025 Defined Benefit Retirement Plan Restatement
• Review of Geo-Hydro Engineers Proposal
• License Agreement with IP Construction LLC for a laydown yard at 21 N Avondale Plaza

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Board of Mayor and Commissioners is meeting for a commission retreat. The agenda focuses on long-term planning, communication policies, and park maintenance and security.

• Discussion of communication policies regarding the public, staff, media, and social media
• Discussion of park maintenance and security

Downtown Development Authority - Meets the second Tuesday of each month.

The Avondale Estates Downtown Development Authority will meet on May 14, 2024, to review economic development and event reports. Members will discuss a “Buy Local” incentive program and hold an executive session on real estate. The board will also consider approval of lease terms for the Avondale Theater.

• Discussion of a “Buy Local” incentive program
• Executive session on real estate matters
• Request for approval of Avondale Theater lease terms
• Review of economic development and event progress reports
• Approval of April regular meeting minutes

Historic Preservation Commission - Meets the First Monday of each month.

The Avondale Estates Historic Preservation Commission will hold a regular meeting on May 6, 2024, to review five proposed projects for homes in the historic district. The agenda includes introductions, officer elections, and approval of previous minutes. The main business is reviewing applications for changes to homes at 20 Fairfield Drive, 42 Clarendon Avenue, 45 Clarendon Avenue, 83 Dartmouth Avenue, and 88 Dartmouth Avenue, with two of these (83 and 88 Dartmouth) being conceptual reviews.

• 20 Fairfield Drive: replace front door with French doors, replace rear windows, enclose rear porch
• 42 Clarendon Avenue: replace siding, windows, and remove balcony elements on rear addition
• 45 Clarendon Avenue: enclose rear screened porch to create an apartment
• 83 Dartmouth Avenue (conceptual): add roof dormers, enlarge windows, renovate garage
• 88 Dartmouth Avenue (conceptual): add half-story, replace front door and windows

Greenspace Advisory Committee

The committee will elect officers and adopt its 2024 meeting schedule. Members will also discuss roles and responsibilities regarding parks and recreation and appoint a liaison to Bee City, USA.

• Election of officers
• Adoption of meeting schedule
• Discussion of committee roles and responsibilities
• Appointment of a Liaison to Bee City, USA

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Board of Mayor and Commissioners will review several items including a Garden Week proclamation. The meeting includes a resolution to authorize the Mayor to contract for a residential composting pilot program and a resolution to re-certify the City of Ethics Program.

• Resolution authorizing Mayor to contract for a residential composting pilot program
• Re-certification of Georgia Municipal Association Certified City of Ethics Program
• Garden Week Proclamation

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Board of Mayor and Commissioners will hold a regular meeting and work session. The primary focus is a discussion regarding a landscape services proposal from Yellowstone Landscape.

• Discussion of RFP2024-001 proposal for landscape services from Yellowstone Landscape
• Capital Projects Update

Downtown Development Authority - Meets the second Tuesday of each month.

The Avondale Estates Downtown Development Authority is holding a special called meeting. The agenda includes a discussion of the “Buy Local” Incentive Program and an executive session regarding real estate.

• Discussion of “Buy Local” Incentive Program
• Executive Session - Real Estate

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Board of Mayor and Commissioners will meet to adopt the meeting agenda and consider the re-certification of the Georgia Municipal Association Certified City of Ethics Program.

• Re-certification of Georgia Municipal Association Certified City of Ethics Program

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Board of Mayor and Commissioners will discuss setting residential sanitation and stormwater fees for 2024. The board is also considering a property exchange and a contract notice to proceed regarding 278.

• Resolution to set 2024 residential sanitation fees
• Resolution to set 2024 stormwater fees
• Contract for Notice to Proceed on 278
• Resolution to approve property exchange with 278 Oak Holdings

Downtown Development Authority - Meets the second Tuesday of each month.

The Downtown Development Authority will consider a CoStar subscription for real estate data and discuss a 'Buy Local' incentive program. The meeting also includes economic development, business, and marketing updates.

• Consideration of CoStar subscription for real estate data
• Discussion of 'Buy Local' incentive program
• Economic development, business, and marketing updates
• Executive session regarding real estate

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Board will meet to adopt the agenda and approve minutes from several previous meetings held between November 2023 and December 2023. The session includes opportunities for commissioner and public comments.

• Approval of meeting minutes from November 8, 2023
• Approval of meeting minutes from November 15, 2023
• Approval of meeting minutes from December 13, 2023
• Approval of meeting minutes from December 20, 2023

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Board of Mayor and Commissioners will discuss sanitation and stormwater fees. The meeting includes a review of a contract for the US 278 Complete Street project and an update on a federal compost grant partnership. An executive session regarding real estate is also scheduled.

• Discussion on sanitation and stormwater fees
• Contract for Notice to Proceed on US 278 Complete Street project
• Federal compost grant update with DeKalb Commission and CompostNow
• Executive session on real estate

Planning & Zoning Board - Meets third Monday of the month as needed.

The regular meeting of the Avondale Estates Planning, Architecture, and Zoning Board scheduled for March 18, 2024, was cancelled. No items were discussed or decided upon during this session.

• Cancellation of the March 18, 2024, regular meeting
• Proposed city-wide text amendments regarding accessory structures and front porches

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Board of Mayor and Commissioners will consider several contracts and appointments at its regular meeting. Key items include a sanitation contract with Arrow Sanitation, a financial software contract with BS&A, and a fireworks display agreement for July 4th. The board will also appoint members to various boards and commissions, and approve easements at 70 N Avondale Rd.

• Contract with Arrow Sanitation for recycling services
• Contract with BS&A Financial Software for cloud services
• Resolution declaring DeKalb SPLOST 2023 election results
• Appointments to Ethics Commission, Historic Preservation Commission, Downtown Development Authority, Planning/Architecture/Zoning Board, Greenspace Advisory Committee
• Contract with Pyrotecnico Fireworks for July 4th display

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Board of Mayor and Commissioners' March 13, 2024 work session is cancelled. No other business is listed on the agenda.

Downtown Development Authority - Meets the second Tuesday of each month.

The Downtown Development Authority meeting consists of routine updates and approvals. The agenda includes an executive session for real estate and reports on economic development, finance, and marketing.

• Executive session for real estate
• Economic development/business update
• Finance report
• Marketing update

Historic Preservation Commission - Meets the First Monday of each month.

The Avondale Estates Historic Preservation Commission will hold its regular monthly meeting, starting with approval of the February minutes. The main business is two new applications: a window replacement project at 4 Fairfield Drive and a substantial revised renovation at 69 Wiltshire Drive, which includes an addition, window changes, a new garage, and masonry painting. No old business is listed.

• 4 Fairfield Drive: replace 9 windows and repair 1 window on side and rear elevations (1940 Extended American Small House)
• 69 Wiltshire Drive: revised project includes material changes to rear addition, replacement of all windows, new front door and stoop materials, freestanding garage, driveway extension, and masonry painting (1948 Split-level House)
• Approval of minutes from February 5, 2024 regular meeting

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Avondale Estates Board of Mayor and Commissioners is meeting to consider two main items: purchasing a Ford F-150 Lightning for the police department and approving a contract with SafeBuilt Professional Services. The meeting also includes routine items like adopting the agenda, approving minutes, and public comment.

• Resolution to purchase an F150 Lightning for the Police Department
• Contract with SafeBuilt Professional Services
• Approval of meeting minutes
• Public comment period

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Avondale Estates Board of Mayor and Commissioners is meeting to discuss several items, including potential changes to the public works program, a draft sanitation and recycling contract with Arrow, the results of the DeKalb SPLOST 2023 election, a review of the BS&A financial software contract, and the procedure for board and commission applications. The meeting includes a work session immediately following the regular meeting.

• Continued discussion of potential changes to Public Works Program
• Draft contract with Arrow Sanitation and Recycling
• Resolution declaring election results for DeKalb SPLOST 2023
• Review of BS&A Financial Software contract
• Discussion of Board and Commissions applications procedure

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Avondale Estates Board of Mayor and Commissioners is meeting to discuss several operational items, including potential changes to the public works program, the purchase of an F150 Lightning for the police department, a contract with SafeBuilt Professional Services, and the impact of the Museum School walker program. The agenda also includes public comment and adoption of the meeting agenda.

• Continued discussion of potential changes to Public Works Program
• Purchase of an F150 Lightning for Police Department
• SafeBuilt Professional Services Contract
• Discussion of impact of Museum School Walker Program

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Avondale Estates Board of Mayor and Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with routine items including agenda adoption, minutes approval, and public comment. The board will consider a resolution to appoint a mayor pro tempore and issue proclamations for Arbor Day and World Cholangiocarcinoma Day.

• Resolution to appoint a mayor pro tempore
• Arbor Day proclamation
• World Cholangiocarcinoma Day proclamation
• Approval of meeting minutes
• Public comment period

Downtown Development Authority - Meets the second Tuesday of each month.

The committee is meeting to discuss local initiatives including the Avondale Pass kickoff and a Wine & Art Walk scheduled for May 11. Discussions also include supporting businesses during construction and reimagining the website.

• Avondale Pass February kick off
• Wine & Art Walk on May 11
• Business support during construction
• Website redesign discussion
• AAA Gallery opening

Historic Preservation Commission - Meets the First Monday of each month.

The Avondale Estates Historic Preservation Commission will review five proposed residential projects at its February 5, 2024 meeting. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the January 8 meeting, with no old business. Each project requires a certificate of appropriateness under historic district guidelines.

• 31 South Avondale Road: pool/spa with deck, pavilion, rear steps, privacy fences, water quality system
• 115 Berkeley Road: shed roof over rear patio and brick paver replacement
• 7 Coventry Close: replacement of 48 windows
• 26 Lakeshore Drive: replacement of two windows
• 81 Berkeley Road: exterior brick painting, window/door changes, porch column wrap, driveway/walkway/retaining wall replacement, carport repair, landscaping

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Avondale Estates Board of Mayor and Commissioners is holding a work session on January 24, 2024, to discuss the future of the Public Works program. The agenda includes adoption of the meeting agenda, the discussion, and public comment, with no other substantive items listed.

• Discussion of future of Public Works program
• Public comment period

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Avondale Estates Board of Mayor and Commissioners is holding a regular meeting with several action items. They will consider resolutions to appropriate funds for Georgia Power infrastructure relocation, accept a Georgia Power easement at 70 N Avondale Rd, approve a contract with Flock Safety for an automatic license plate reader camera system, and express findings on a proposed local amendment to the plumbing code for water efficiency. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes and public comment.

• Resolution to appropriate funds for Georgia Power to relocate infrastructure
• Resolution to accept a Georgia Power easement at 70 N Avondale Rd
• Resolution to approve a contract with Flock Safety for an automatic license plate reader camera system
• Resolution expressing findings on proposed local amendment to plumbing code for water efficiency, to be submitted to Georgia Department of Community Affairs

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Avondale Estates Board of Mayor and Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss a presentation on Flock cameras and a proposed law enforcement agreement for 10 Falcon cameras. The board will also receive a projects update and hold an executive session on real estate. Public comment is scheduled.

• Presentation on Flock cameras
• Law enforcement agreement for 10 Falcon cameras with disc on installs
• Projects update
• Executive session on real estate

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Avondale Estates Board of Mayor and Commissioners is holding its regular meeting, which includes the swearing in of the mayor and new commissioners, as well as Deputy Police Chief Jerry "JD" Branch. The board will also consider a resolution to approve a Georgia Power easement and recognize outgoing commissioners for their years of service.

• Swearing in of mayor and new commissioners
• Swearing in of Deputy Police Chief Jerry "JD" Branch
• Consideration of a resolution to approve a Georgia Power easement
• Recognition of Commissioners Brian Fisher and Dee Merriam for years of service
• Approval of October 25, 2023 meeting minutes

Downtown Development Authority - Meets the second Tuesday of each month.

The Downtown Development Authority will review the finance report and progress on the 84 N Avondale lease, among other routine items.

• Finance Report
• 84 N Avondale Lease

Historic Preservation Commission - Meets the First Monday of each month.

The Avondale Estates Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to consider a certificate of appropriateness for renovations and additions to the front of the house at 28 Fairfield Drive. The proposed work includes a new front porch, stairs, replacement of front windows with exterior doors, and a new front walkway/ramp. No other business is listed.

• 28 Fairfield Drive: new front porch, front stairs, replace front windows with exterior doors, new front walkway/ramp