Grovetown public meetings in 2023

City Council

The Grovetown City Council is meeting to approve minutes, hear committee reports, and consider several new business items, including a revised development fee schedule, declaring surplus property, an intergovernmental agreement with Columbia County for fire inspections, a sign easement from a church, and changing the Easter holiday. The agenda also includes discussions on medical insurance coverage and recognitions.

• Resolution 2023-12-01: Adopt revised development fee schedule
• Resolution 2023-12-02: Declare items as surplus property
• Intergovernmental agreement with Columbia County for fire inspections (Fire Marshal Services)
• Sign easement from New Hope Baptist Church of Harlem, Inc. (portion of Parcel G18 001)
• Change Easter holiday from Monday to Good Friday

City Council

The Grovetown City Council is holding a special called meeting to consider adopting Resolution 2023-11-02, which would call for a special election. The resolution is being presented by City Clerk Brian Henderson. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with only the call to order and adjournment.

• Resolution 2023-11-02 to call for a special election

City Council

The Grovetown City Council will hold its regular meeting on November 13, 2023, starting with a work session at 6:00 PM. The agenda includes routine items such as approving minutes, committee reports, and a financial statement, as well as a discussion about a Christmas decoration house contest. The main business items are approving a professional services agreement with Kimley-Horn for zoning ordinance revisions, declaring surplus property, and creating a new General Services Superintendent position.

• Agreement with Kimley-Horn and Associates for zoning ordinance revision (Phase 2)
• Resolution 2023-11-01 to declare items as surplus property
• New job description for General Services Superintendent (Grade 20)
• Discussion on Christmas Decoration House Contest
• Employee of the Month recognition

City Council

The Grovetown City Council will consider several items, including a $2.19 million fire truck purchase, a zoning ordinance amendment, and appointments. They will also discuss sidewalk continuation and a highway sign. The meeting includes routine approvals and reports.

• Ordinance 2023-09-01 amending zoning definitions (radial lot, sections 6.030, 6.250, 6.260) - second reading
• Purchase of Pierce Enforcer 100' Aerial Tower fire truck for $2,190,500 via Sourcewell contract
• Park project at Johns Street and East Robinson Avenue awarded to PLM of Augusta for $58,646.31
• Approve easements for Euchee Creek Interceptor to Columbia County
• Non-exclusive license agreement with JusticeONE

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Grovetown Board of Zoning Appeals will consider a request for a Conditional Use Permit to operate an automobile service station (Mavis Tires) at 5237 Wrightsboro Road. The board will also approve minutes from the January 5, 2023 meeting. Staff recommends approval with conditions.

• Conditional Use Permit for automobile service station at 5237 Wrightsboro Road (Parcel# G01 004G)
• Proposed 6,765 sq ft Mavis Tire store with 8 service bays
• Hours of operation: Mon-Wed & Fri 8 AM-6 PM, Thu 8 AM-8:30 PM, Sat 8 AM-5 PM, Sun 9 AM-5 PM
• Staff recommends approval with conditions including non-transferable permit and 44 parking spaces
• Approval of January 5, 2023 regular meeting minutes

City Council

The Grovetown City Council will consider final adoption of ordinances to annex two parcels on Whiskey Road (0.08 acres and 23.96 acres) and rezone the larger parcel from RA to R-C2 residential. The council will also discuss becoming a Certified City of DEIB, sidewalk continuation off Old Berzelia Road, and hear announcements on services from Concerned Women INC. and a Planning Commission vacancy.

• Ordinance 2023-08-01: Annex 0.08 acres at 0 Whiskey Rd. (Parcel 062 3250), second reading
• Ordinance 2023-08-02: Annex 23.96 acres at 409 Whiskey Rd. (Parcel 062 3249), second reading
• Ordinance 2023-08-03: Rezone 409 Whiskey Rd. from RA to R-C2, second reading
• Ordinance 2023-09-01: Amend zoning ordinance (radial lot definition, 6.030, add 6.250 & 6.260), first reading
• Resolution 2023-09-02: Adopt 2023 amendments to Comprehensive Plan 2021-2026

City Council approved a $227,437 police vehicle lease and adopted several zoning and annexation ordinances. The council also accepted deeds of dedication for Greens Plaza at Iveys Crossroad and Brighton Woods Townhomes.

• Approved police vehicle lease for $227,437.00
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-08-01 to annex 0.08 acres at 0 Whiskey Rd.
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-08-02 to annex 23.96 acres at 409 Whiskey Rd.
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-08-03 to rezone 409 Whiskey Rd. to R-C2 (Residential)
• Accepted first reading of Ordinance 2023-09-01 to amend Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance
• Adopted Resolution 2023-09-02 for 2023 amendments to the Comprehensive Plan 2021-2026
• Accepted Deed of Dedication for Greens Plaza at Iveys Crossroad
• Accepted Deed of Dedication for Brighton Woods Townhomes

Planning Commission

The Grovetown Planning Commission will consider approval of the preliminary plat for Hidden Crossing I, a 9-unit single-family attached housing development at 206 and 208 Hardy Drive, and will discuss text amendments to the city's Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance. The meeting also includes approval of the July 20, 2023 minutes. No unfinished business is listed.

• Preliminary plat for Hidden Crossing I (206 & 208 Hardy Dr, parcels G11 014D and G11 014C) – 9 lots on 0.92 acres
• Text amendments to Appendix A—Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance
• Approval of July 20, 2023 regular meeting minutes

City Council

The Grovetown City Council is meeting to handle routine approvals, committee reports, and several new business items. Key actions include adopting a fire code ordinance, adding Good Friday and Easter Monday as holidays, approving a medical director contract, and first readings of ordinances to annex two properties on Whiskey Road and rezone one to residential.

• Ordinance 2023-07-02: amend fire prevention code (second reading)
• Medical director contract with Abells Physician Services, LLC for Fire Rescue
• Annex 0.08 acres at 0 Whiskey Rd. (Parcel 062 3250)
• Annex 23.96 acres at 409 Whiskey Rd. (Parcel 062 3249)
• Rezone 409 Whiskey Rd. from RA to R-C2 (residential)

The City Council adopted an amended fire prevention code and approved a medical director contract for the Fire Rescue Department. Council also held first readings for two property annexations and one rezoning request on Whiskey Rd. Additionally, new employee holiday time was approved for Good Friday and the Monday after Easter.

• Adopted Ordinance 2023-07-02 to amend City Code Chapter 7 (Fire Protection and Prevention)
• Approved Medical Director Contract between Fire Rescue Department and Abells Physician Services, LLC
• Approved adding Good Friday as a half-day and the Monday after Easter as a day off for employees
• Accepted first reading of Ordinance 2023-08-01 to annex 0.08 acres at 0 Whiskey Rd.
• Accepted first reading of Ordinance 2023-08-02 to annex 23.96 acres at 409 Whiskey Rd.
• Accepted first reading of Ordinance 2023-08-03 to rezone 409 Whiskey Rd. from RA to R-C2 (Residential)
• Approved July 10, 2023 regular and executive session minutes and July 26, 2023 special meeting minutes
• Approved the financial statement

City Council

The Grovetown City Council is holding a special called meeting with a public hearing to adopt the 2023 millage rate, which determines the property tax rate for residents. The agenda includes the hearing, a roll call, and a vote to adopt the rate.

• Public hearing on 2023 millage rate
• Adoption of 2023 millage rate

The City Council held a public hearing and voted to keep the 2023 millage rate at 7.620 mills. This rate is the same as the previous year.

• Adopted 2023 millage rate at 7.620 mills (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Grovetown Planning Commission will consider a preliminary plat for Ferguson Farms, a proposed 100-lot single-family subdivision on Old Berzelia Road, including requested variances for lot widths and frontage. They will also consider annexing two parcels on Whiskey Road and rezoning one from RA to R-C2. The meeting includes approval of the June 15, 2023 minutes.

• Preliminary plat for Ferguson Farms (parcel # G14 001B): 100-lot subdivision, variances for lots 19, 45, 47-50
• Annexation of 0 Whiskey Road (parcel # 062 3250)
• Annexation of 409 Whiskey Road (parcel # 062 3249)
• Rezoning of 409 Whiskey Road from RA (Columbia County) to R-C2 (Residential)

City Council

The City Council approved the second reading of the amended 2022-2023 annual balanced budget. The council also entered into a road maintenance agreement with Columbia County and adopted a new promotional items policy.

• Adopted 2022-2023 Amended Annual Balanced Budget (Ordinance 2022-05-018)
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement for Harlem-Grovetown Road maintenance with Columbia County
• Adopted Resolution 2023-07-01 to transmit Comprehensive Plan Amendment (2021-2026) to CSRA Regional Commission
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-07-02 to amend Fire Prevention Code (Chapter 7, Section 7-1)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-07-03 to adopt promotional items policy
• Approved financial statement
• Approved June 10 and June 12, 2023 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Grovetown Planning Commission will consider a preliminary plat revision for the Brighton Industrial Park at Horizon West Parkway, a final plat for 1135 Newmantown Road, and a revision to the City's Comprehensive Plan. Staff recommends approving the Brighton Industrial plat with conditions regarding buffers, lighting, and parking compliance. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the April 20, 2023 meeting.

• Preliminary Plat Revision for Brighton Industrial at Horizon West Parkway (Parcel # 062 3140)
• Final Plat for 1135 Newmantown Road (Parcel # 063 149)
• Revision to the City of Grovetown Comprehensive Plan
• Approval of April 20, 2023 regular meeting minutes

City Council

The Grovetown City Council will hold a regular meeting with a work session beforehand. They will discuss intergovernmental agreements with Columbia County, consider a second reading of the FY2023-2024 budget ordinance, and take first readings on an amended FY2022-2023 budget and a new vehicle allowance policy. The council will also vote on a mutual aid agreement with Columbia County and approve the purchase of a new fire truck for $871,648.

• Second reading of Ordinance 2023-05-01 adopting FY2023-2024 budget
• First reading of Ordinance 2022-05-01B adopting amended FY2022-2023 budget
• Resolution 2023-06-01 declaring surplus property
• Resolution 2023-06-02 adopting new vehicle allowance policy
• Purchase of E-ONE 1500 GPM rescue pumper for $871,648 via Sourcewell contract

The City Council adopted the budget for fiscal year 2023-2024 and approved the purchase of a new rescue pumper fire truck. The council also approved a new vehicle allowance policy and a mutual aid agreement with Columbia County.

• Adopted Ordinance 2023-05-01 to approve the FY 2023-2024 budget
• Accepted first reading of Ordinance 2022-05-01B for the 2022-2023 Amended Annual Balanced Budget
• Approved $871,648.00 purchase of one E-ONE 1500 GPM Rescue Pumper from E-ONE, Inc.
• Adopted Resolution 2023-06-02 to establish a new Vehicle Allowance Policy
• Approved Mutual Aid and Automatic Aid Agreement with Columbia County, Georgia
• Adopted Resolution 2023-06-01 to declare items as surplus property
• Approved May 8, 2023 regular meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council held a special called meeting for a retreat facilitated by the University of Georgia, Carl Vinson Institute of Government. The session focused on team dynamics, communication styles, and roles and responsibilities. No legislative actions or votes were recorded.

City Council

The Grovetown City Council is meeting to consider several items, including the second reading of a comprehensive zoning ordinance, a bid award for a courthouse parking lot, and the first reading of the FY 2023-2024 budget. They will also discuss a fee agreement for Liberty Park renovations and a vehicle purchase.

• Second reading of Ordinance 2023-04-03, amended zoning ordinance and map
• Award bid to Horizon Construction for courthouse parking lot, $619,384
• Fee agreement with Johnson, Laschober and Associates for Liberty Park renovations, $78,600
• First reading of Ordinance 2023-05-01, FY 2023-2024 budget
• Purchase of 2023 GMC Sierra 2500 for $56,153

The council unanimously adopted an amended and restated comprehensive zoning ordinance and zoning map (second reading). They also awarded a $619,384 contract for courthouse parking lot construction, approved a $78,600 fee agreement for Liberty Park renovations, and accepted the first reading of the FY 2023-2024 budget. All votes were unanimous.

• Adopted Ordinance 2023-04-03, Amended and Restated Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map (unanimous)
• Awarded bid to Horizon Construction & Associates for courthouse parking lot construction, $619,384 (unanimous)
• Approved contract documents with Horizon Construction & Associates for courthouse parking lot, $619,384 (unanimous)
• Approved fee agreement with Johnson, Laschober and Associates for Liberty Park renovations, $78,600 (unanimous)
• Accepted first reading of Ordinance 2023-05-01, FY 2023-2024 budget (unanimous)
• Approved reclassification of one Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator III to Operator II, Grade 16 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2023 GMC Sierra 2500 for General Services, $56,153 (unanimous)
• Approved financial statement for April 2023 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Grovetown Planning Commission will consider two final plat applications at its April 20, 2023 meeting. The first would subdivide 111 Howell Street into two lots, and the second would reconfigure and subdivide 329 and 337 Whiskey Road into three lots. The meeting will also include approval of the March 16, 2023 minutes and routine procedural items.

• Final plat for 111 Howell Street (parcel G07 024) to subdivide one lot into two
• Final plat for 329 and 337 Whiskey Road (parcels 062 063A and 062 063C) to reconfigure and subdivide two lots into three
• Approval of March 16, 2023 regular meeting minutes

City Council

City Council approved a resolution to extend the residential development moratorium. The council also accepted the first reading of an amended and restated Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance.

• Approved Resolution 2023-04-02 to extend residential development moratorium
• Accepted first reading of Ordinance 2023-04-03 to adopt amended and restated Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance
• Adopted Resolution 2023-04-01 declaring April 23-29, 2023 as Georgia Cities Week
• Approved Resolution 2023-04-04 to declare items as surplus property
• Adopted Resolution 2023-04-05 pledging to practice and promote civility
• Approved March 13, 2023 regular and executive session minutes
• Approved the financial statement

Planning Commission

The Grovetown Planning Commission will consider approving three final plats for properties on East Robinson Avenue, Katherine Street, and Old Thompson Road, and will discuss text amendments to the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance, including repealing the Form Based Code for City Center districts. The meeting also includes approval of the February 16, 2023 minutes.

• Final plat for 401 East Robinson Avenue (parcels G12 039 and G12 039D) to reconfigure two lots
• Final plat for 610 Katherine Street (parcel G07 051) to subdivide one parcel into three lots
• Final plat for 109 Old Thompson Road (parcel G10 008)
• Text amendments to Appendix A - Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance and repeal of Form Based Code (City Center districts)

City Council

The Grovetown City Council is holding its regular meeting on March 13, 2023, with a work session at 6:00 PM. The council will consider second readings of ordinances amending the noise ordinance and building code, approve resolutions declaring surplus property, and discuss a contract for the Grovetown Depot. Several personnel reclassifications and a committee to study rough trash pickup are also on the agenda.

• Second reading of Ordinance 2023-02-01 amending noise ordinance (Chapter 11, Section 11-22(2))
• Second reading of Ordinance 2023-02-02 amending building code (Chapter 5, Sections 5-4 and 5-5)
• Resolution 2023-03-01 and 2023-03-02 to declare items as surplus property
• Contract with Goodwyn Mills and Cawood LLC (GMC) for Grovetown Depot
• Reclassification of positions: Staff Accountant (Grade 16 to 17), Water & Sewer Utility Services Assistant to Administrative Assistant, City Planner I/II (Grade 18 to 17/18)

The City Council approved the purchase of 5.96 acres at 201 W. Robinson Ave. and adopted ordinances regarding noise and building construction. The council also approved several personnel re-ratings and a contract for the Grovetown Depot project.

• Approved purchase of 5.96 acres at 201 W. Robinson Ave. for $325,000
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-02-01 amending the Noise Ordinance
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-02-02 amending building and construction codes
• Approved architect contract with Goodwyn Mills and Cawood, LLC (GMC) for Grovetown Depot
• Approved Resolution 2023-03-01 and 2023-03-02 to declare items as surplus property
• Approved re-rating Staff Accountant from Grade 16 to Grade 17
• Approved reclassifying one Water & Sewer Utility Services Assistant (Grade 7) to Administration Department Administrative Assistant (Grade 10)
• Approved re-rating City Planner from Grade 18 to Grade 17/18

Planning Commission

The Grovetown Planning Commission will consider two preliminary plat requests at its February 16, 2023 meeting. The first is for Brighton Industrial at Horizon West Parkway, subdividing 17.30 acres into three industrial lots. The second is for 329 and 337 Whiskey Road, reconfiguring two residential lots into three. The agenda also includes approval of the January 19, 2023 meeting minutes.

• Preliminary plat for Brighton Industrial at Horizon West Parkway (parcel # 062 3140), subdividing ±17.30 acres into 3 industrial lots
• Preliminary plat for 329 (parcel # 062 063A) and 337 (parcel # 062 063C) Whiskey Road, subdividing two R-1 residential lots into three
• Approval of January 19, 2023 regular meeting minutes
• Brighton Industrial includes Phase 1 plans for a 50,000 SF industrial building for Palmetto Industries
• Whiskey Road plat would create a new lot (Tract B) of ±0.529 acres

City Council

The Grovetown City Council is meeting to approve minutes, hear committee and financial reports, and consider several new business items, including reallocating SPLOST funds, a noise ordinance amendment, and a contractor agreement. The agenda includes routine approvals and public comment periods.

• Reallocate 2017-2022 SPLOST with updated projects
• Deed of dedication for Estates at Deer Hollow Section 2
• Ordinance 2023-02-01 amending noise ordinance (Chapter 11, Section 11-22(2))
• Ordinance 2023-02-02 amending building code (Chapter 5, Sections 5-4 and 5-5)
• Independent contractor agreement with Raymond Fulcher (Acting Utility Services Director)

City Council approved the reallocation of 2017-2022 SPLOST funds and a Deed of Dedication for Estates at Deer Hollow Section 2. The council also passed the first reading of a noise ordinance amendment and a building code amendment.

• Approved reallocation of 2017-2022 SPLOST with updated projects
• Approved Deed of Dedication for Estates at Deer Hollow Section 2
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-02-01 (Noise Ordinance amendment)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-02-02 (Buildings; Construction and Related Activities amendment)
• Approved appointments to the Appeal Board (Employee Appeal)
• Approved Independent Contractor Agreement with Raymond Fulcher
• Approved financial statement
• Approved January 9, 2023 regular and executive session minutes

Planning Commission

The Grovetown Planning Commission will vote on the final plat for Deer Hollow Section 3B, a 29.16-acre subdivision of 68 single-family lots off Wrightsboro Road. Staff confirmed that infrastructure construction meets all regulations and that sufficient water and sewer capacity exists. The commission will also consider a preliminary plat to subdivide a 4.618-acre parcel at 111 Howell Street into two lots. Additionally, the body will elect a new Chairman and Vice-Chairman.

• Final Plat approval for Deer Hollow Section 3B (68 single-family lots, Forestar Group, Inc.)
• Preliminary Plat approval for 111 Howell Street (subdivision into two lots, CAW Partners, LLC)
• Election of Planning Commission Chairman and Vice-Chairman
• Approval of November 17, 2022 meeting minutes

City Council

The Grovetown City Council will hold its regular meeting on January 9, 2023, with a work session at 6:00 PM. The agenda includes discussions on citizens comments, reviewing business items during work sessions, and drafting a resolution to amend the city charter regarding mayor pro-tem and committee appointments. New business items include electing a mayor pro-tem, approving a police vehicle lease, audit results, surplus property declaration, removing citizens comments from the agenda, and setting election fees. An executive session is scheduled for real estate acquisition.

• Elect Mayor Pro-Tem
• Approve police vehicle lease (budgeted under 2022-2023)
• Approve audit results for 06.30.2022
• Adopt Resolution 2023-01-01 to declare surplus property
• Adopt fees for 2023 General Election for Mayor and two Council seats

City Council approved a lease for police vehicles and the audit results for June 30, 2022. The council also adopted a resolution to declare surplus property and set qualifying fees for the 2023 General Election. A motion to elect Councilmember Fisher as Mayor Pro-Tem failed.

• Approved police vehicle lease under 2022-2023 budget (3-0)
• Approved June 30, 2022 audit results (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-01-01 to declare items as surplus property (3-0)
• Adopted qualifying fees for 2023 General Election for Mayor and two Council seats (3-0)
• Election of Councilmember Fisher as Mayor Pro-Tem denied (2-3)
• Approved financial statement (unanimous)
• Approved December 12, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Proposal to replace 'Citizens Comments' with Agenda Item Request Form died for lack of motion

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Grovetown Board of Zoning Appeals will consider a variance request for a parcel on Horizon West Parkway (Parcel # 062 3140) to reduce required parking stall sizes from 200 to 162 square feet. The property is part of the Brighton Development and is currently undeveloped. The board will also elect a chairman and vice-chairman and approve the November 3, 2022 meeting minutes.

• Variance request to reduce parking stall size from 200 to 162 sq ft (9'x18') on Horizon West Parkway (Parcel # 062 3140)
• Election of Chairman and Vice-Chairman
• Approval of November 3, 2022 regular meeting minutes