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Grovetown public meetings in 2021

23 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Mon Dec 20, 2021

City Council

Grovetown Council to discuss splitting Public Safety department

The City Council will review a recommendation to divide the Department of Public Safety into separate Police and Fire departments. The meeting also includes discussions on tax allocation districts and updates to building and development fee schedules.

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Mon Dec 13, 2021

City Council

Council to consider splitting public safety into police and fire departments

The Grovetown City Council will hold its regular meeting on December 13, 2021, at 6:30 PM, preceded by a work session at 6:00 PM. The agenda includes a recommendation to divide the Department of Public Safety into separate police and fire departments, as well as proposed resolutions to revise building and development fee schedules and declare surplus property. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of minutes, committee reports, and a financial statement.

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✓ Decided: Council postpones regular meeting and all agenda items to Dec. 20

The Grovetown City Council held a work session on December 13, 2021, but postponed the regular meeting and all agenda items to December 20, 2021, due to the absence of the city attorney. No substantive decisions were made; the session included only informational presentations and recognition awards.

Thu Nov 18, 2021

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review final plat for Caroleton Phase 3 townhomes

The Grovetown Planning Commission will consider two plats: the final plat for Caroleton Phase 3 (townhomes) and the preliminary plat for 316 Newmantown Road. The meeting also includes approval of the October 5, 2021 minutes and public comment periods.

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Mon Nov 8, 2021

City Council

Grovetown Council discusses senior center study and utility rate increases

The City Council will review a study on the Senior Center and consider appointing a committee to review the Ken Vance Consulting Report. The meeting also includes recommendations for changes to employee leave, job classifications, and solid waste rates.

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✓ Decided: Council approves solid waste rate increase and employee policy changes

The Grovetown City Council approved a resolution to increase solid waste collection and recycling rates, along with several employee-related measures including new leave accrual and holiday lists, job classification rerates, and a job duty change. The council also adopted a resolution declaring surplus property and discussed a senior center study, concluding it was not feasible for the city to operate one. All votes were unanimous with all members present except Mayor Gary E. Jones.

Mon Oct 11, 2021

City Council

Council to consider annexations, rezonings, and IT contract

The Grovetown City Council will hold its regular meeting on October 11, 2021, starting with a work session at 6:00 PM. The agenda includes committee reports, a financial statement, and several public recognitions. The main business involves first readings of ordinances to annex and rezone several properties, as well as a rezoning request, and approval of a new IT services contract and a vehicle purchase.

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Thu Oct 7, 2021

Board of Zoning Appeals

✓ Decided: Grovetown BZA approves three conditional use permits and variances

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved all three requests on the agenda: a conditional use permit for an assembly use at 211 West Robinson Ave., a conditional use permit for automobile repair at 103 East Robinson Ave., and three variances for the same property. All votes were unanimous (3-0). The board also approved the May 6, 2021, meeting minutes with a clerical correction.

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Tue Oct 5, 2021

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider multiple annexations and rezonings

The Grovetown Planning Commission is meeting to consider several annexation and rezoning requests for parcels in the G14 and G15 areas. These include annexing portions of parcels G14 002 and G15 021 and rezoning them from RA to CC6, as well as annexing parcel G14 001 and rezoning it and adjacent parcels from R1 to PUD. The commission will also approve the minutes from the July 15, 2021 meeting.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends approval of multiple annexations and rezoning

The Grovetown Planning Commission held a special called meeting and unanimously recommended approval of several annexation and rezoning requests. These included annexing and rezoning portions of Parcels G14 002 and G15 021 to CC6, and annexing Parcel G14 001 and rezoning it and adjacent parcels to PUDD. All votes were 3-0, with the chairperson abstaining due to an even number of commissioners.

Mon Sep 13, 2021

City Council

Council approves new development fee schedule and accepts federal recovery funds

The Grovetown City Council approved two rezoning ordinances for properties on Robinson Avenue and adopted a new development fee schedule. The body also authorized the receipt of Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds under the American Rescue Plan Act. Additionally, the council approved the construction of speed humps on Adams Lane and rejected bids for paving on Lory Lane.

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Mon Aug 9, 2021

City Council

Council to consider two rezonings on Robinson Ave and adopt speed hump policy

The Grovetown City Council is meeting to consider several items, including first readings of two rezoning ordinances for properties on Robinson Avenue, adoption of a speed hump policy, and declaring surplus property. The council will also appoint committees to explore a senior citizens facility and address parking enforcement. The agenda includes routine approvals, committee reports, and an executive session for real estate acquisition.

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✓ Decided: Council approves rezoning, speed hump policy, surplus declaration

The Grovetown City Council unanimously approved several items, including first readings of two rezoning ordinances, a speed hump policy, a surplus property resolution, and the financial statement. Committees were appointed to explore a senior citizens facility and parking enforcement. All votes were unanimous.

Tue Jul 20, 2021

City Council

Grovetown council to set 2021 property tax rate after public hearing

The Grovetown City Council is holding a special called meeting to hold a public hearing and then vote on adopting the 2021 millage rate, which determines local property taxes. The agenda includes only this tax-rate decision and standard procedural items.

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Thu Jul 15, 2021

Planning Commission

Planning Commission votes to re-zone 211 West Robinson Ave from CC5 to CC2

The Grovetown Planning Commission will vote on a request to change the zoning designation for 211 West Robinson Ave from CC5 to CC2. The meeting also includes the approval of the June 17, 2021 minutes and time for staff and general public comments.

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Mon Jul 12, 2021

City Council

Council to vote on $379,562 Lory Lane paving contract and sewer change order

The Grovetown City Council will consider several ordinances, resolutions, and contracts, including a $379,562.15 paving contract for Lory Lane and a $115,418.50 change order for sewer improvements. They will also discuss employee pay and leave adjustments, and review an RV parking ordinance. The meeting includes routine approvals and committee reports.

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✓ Decided: Grovetown Council approves animal control repeal, budget amendment, and more

The Grovetown City Council unanimously approved the second reading of Ordinance 2021-06-01, repealing animal control sections (dogs) from the city code, and Budget Amendment Ordinance 2020-06-01C. They also approved resolutions adopting the Columbia County Multi-Jurisdictional Pre-Disaster Hazard Mitigation Plan and the 2021-2026 Comprehensive Plan update, plus a board appointment, a vehicle surplus transfer, a $115,418.50 change order for sewer improvements, and employee pay and leave adjustments. Two items were tabled: a $379,562.15 paving contract with Shepco Paving, Inc. for Lory Lane, and an increase in employee annual leave.

Thu Jun 17, 2021

Planning Commission

Grovetown Planning Commission to vote on East Robinson Ave rezoning

The Grovetown Planning Commission is meeting to approve prior minutes and consider a rezoning request for 103 East Robinson Ave from CC1 to CC2. The agenda includes standard procedural items and public comment periods.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends rezoning 103 E Robinson Ave for auto repair

The Grovetown Planning Commission voted 3-0 to recommend approval of a rezoning request for 103 E Robinson Ave from CC1 to CC2, which would allow an automotive repair shop. The recommendation goes to the City Council for a final decision. The vote followed a public hearing where the applicant and several residents spoke in favor, despite staff recommending denial based on the city's comprehensive plan.

Mon Jun 14, 2021

City Council

Council to vote on FY2021-22 budget and Wrightsboro Road rezoning

The Grovetown City Council will hold its regular meeting, including a work session, to consider several ordinances and resolutions. Key items include final approval of the FY2021-2022 budget and a rezoning on Wrightsboro Road, as well as first readings on animal control changes, surplus property, and water meter fees. The meeting also includes routine approvals, committee reports, and an executive session for real estate acquisition.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts FY2021-22 budget and rezones Wrightsboro Road property

The Grovetown City Council approved the FY2021-2022 budget and rezoned 5310 Wrightsboro Road from R-2 Residential to CC-2 City Center Commercial Corridor, both on second reading. They also approved first readings to repeal dog license requirements, declare surplus property, set irrigation meter rates, establish fire hydrant meter fees, and amend the budget. A sign variance appeal for 110 Harlem-Grovetown Road was approved, and the council entered executive session for real estate acquisition but took no official action afterward.

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Thu May 20, 2021

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider final plat for Deer Hollow Section 2

The Grovetown Planning Commission will meet to review the February 15, 2021 meeting minutes and consider the approval of the final plat for the Deer Hollow Section 2 Development. The agenda also includes staff and general comments.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends rezoning for coffee house at 5130 Wrightsboro Rd

The Grovetown Planning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend approval of rezoning 5130 Wrightsboro Rd from R-2 to CC-2 (Commercial Corridor) to allow converting a single-family home into a coffee house. The applicant, Janelle de la Pena, plans to serve pastries and smoothies and pursue shared access with the AM/PM fueling station. The recommendation will go to the City Council for final decision.

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Mon May 10, 2021

City Council

Council to vote on FY2021-22 budget and Wrightsboro Road rezoning

The Grovetown City Council is holding its regular meeting with a work session beforehand. They will consider several ordinances, including the FY2021-2022 budget and a rezoning request, along with new job descriptions and a sign-on bonus for public safety hires. The agenda also includes committee reports, financial statements, and recognitions.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts stormwater ordinance, advances rezoning and budget

The Grovetown City Council unanimously approved the second reading of a stormwater management ordinance, advanced the first reading of a rezoning for 5310 Wrightsboro Road, and took first reading on the FY 2021-2022 budget. They also approved new job descriptions, a sign-on bonus for certified police hires, and discussed workforce retention and parking enforcement.

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Thu Apr 15, 2021

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to vote on rezoning 5310 Wrightsboro Road to commercial

The Grovetown Planning Commission will consider a rezoning request for 5310 Wrightsboro Road (Parcel # G05 007) from R-2 to CC2 (Commercial Corridor). The meeting also includes approval of the February 15, 2021 meeting minutes, staff comments, and general comments.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends rezoning for coffee house at 5130 Wrightsboro Rd

The Grovetown Planning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend approval of rezoning 5130 Wrightsboro Rd from R-2 to CC-2, allowing a single-family home to be converted into a coffee house. The applicant, Janelle de la Pena, plans to serve pastries and smoothies and feature acoustic music. The recommendation will go to the City Council for final decision.

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Mon Apr 12, 2021

City Council

Council to vote on rezoning Newmantown Road to townhouses

The Grovetown City Council is meeting to approve minutes, hear committee reports, and consider several ordinances and resolutions. Key items include a second reading to rezone 1135 Newmantown Road from R-1 to R-4 townhouse, a first reading of a stormwater management amendment, and job description upgrades for court clerk and finance director.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts townhouse rezoning for 1135 Newmantown Road

The Grovetown City Council approved the second reading of Ordinance 2021-01-02, rezoning 1135 Newmantown Road from R-1 to R-4 Townhouse, with a 3-0 vote (two abstentions, mayor voting in favor). The council also approved several administrative items, including job description upgrades, a stormwater ordinance first reading, a surplus property resolution, and the purchase of a property at 104 Katherine St. for $42,500. All other agenda items were approved unanimously or as noted.

Mon Mar 8, 2021

City Council

Grovetown Council to discuss rezoning and fire department surplus equipment

The City Council will consider several items including building code amendments and a rezoning request for the Brighton Development on Whiskey Rd. The meeting also includes discussions regarding a medical director contract and the appointment of a new Board of Zoning and Appeals member.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts building code amendment, rejects rezoning, appoints city administrator

The Grovetown City Council approved a building code amendment, adopted a resolution declaring fire department equipment surplus, approved a medical director contract with AU Medical Associates, appointed Sara Majewski to the Board of Zoning and Appeals, approved a PUD amendment for Brighton Development, and approved a GEFA loan modification. The council rejected the first reading of a rezoning for 1135 Newmantown Road (2-1 opposed) and selected Elaine Matthews as City Administrator.

Thu Feb 18, 2021

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider PUD amendment for Brighton Development

The Grovetown Planning Commission will meet to approve the previous meeting's minutes and consider a request to amend the Planned Unit Development (PUD) for the Brighton Development. The agenda includes staff and general comments, with the PUD amendment as the main substantive item.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves Brighton Landing PUD amendment 4-1

The Grovetown Planning Commission approved a 4-1 motion to amend the Planned Unit Development (PUD) for Brighton Landing, allowing the applicant to consolidate multifamily development into one area while retaining space for business and senior living. The vote followed a staff report noting no public calls for or against the proposal. The commission also approved the January 21, 2021 meeting minutes 5-0 and adjourned at 6:34 PM.

Mon Feb 8, 2021

City Council

Council to consider building code amendment and rezoning on Newmantown Road

The Grovetown City Council is meeting to consider several items, including a first reading of an ordinance to amend the city's building code and a first reading of a rezoning request for a property on Newmantown Road. The council will also vote on appointing members to the Board of Zoning and Appeals and declaring vehicles as surplus property. The agenda includes routine items such as approving minutes and financial statements.

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✓ Decided: Council appoints two to zoning board, advances building code change

The Grovetown City Council approved the first reading of a building code amendment, appointed Cait Roman and William Ed Shannon to the Board of Zoning and Appeals, and adopted a resolution declaring surplus property. A rezoning request for 1135 Newmantown Road was tabled until the next meeting. All votes were unanimous.

Thu Jan 21, 2021

Planning Commission

Grovetown Planning Commission to elect officers and approve 2021 calendar

The Planning Commission will meet to vote on new Chairperson and Vice Chairperson officers. The commission will also vote to approve the meeting calendar for 2021.

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✓ Decided: Grovetown Planning Commission approves 2021 meeting calendar and officers

The Planning Commission held a routine meeting, approving the December 17, 2020 minutes, re-electing Jennifer Bramblett as Chairperson and Mary Anne Navarro as Vice Chair, and adopting the 2021 meeting calendar. No substantive land-use or development decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and adjourned at 6:15 PM.

Mon Jan 11, 2021

City Council

Council to vote on sewer upgrade, special election, rezoning

The Grovetown City Council will consider several items, including approving a $21,518.40 sewer trunkline upgrade, calling a special election to fill a vacant council seat, and a first reading of a rezoning for 1135 Newmantown Road. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, financial statements, and committee reports.

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