Jennings public meetings in 2023

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Jennings Planning and Zoning Commission is holding public hearings on two requests: a new Bank of America bank with a drive-up, and a conditional use permit for an auto repair shop. The commission will also approve the agenda and previous meeting minutes.

• New construction PC23-0004: Bank of America single-story bank with covered drive-up
• Conditional use permit PC23-0013: Auto repair shop at 8949 Jennings Station Road
• Approval of November 2nd, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

There is no agenda provided for this meeting. Residents are directed to view the meeting minutes for information.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Jennings Planning and Zoning Commission is meeting to consider two applications: a lot consolidation for Louisa Food Products and a site development plan for the fifth building of the Residences at Jennings Place apartment complex. The commission will also approve the agenda and minutes from the October 5th meeting, and take public comments.

• Public hearing: Louisa Foods (PC23-0007) — request to consolidate 11 lots
• Public hearing: Residences at Jennings Place V (PC23-0006) — site plan for a new three-story building with parking and walks
• Approval of October 5th, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

This City Council meeting has no agenda items. The agenda states there is nothing to discuss or decide, and directs readers to view the meeting minutes instead.

• No agenda items listed

City Council

This meeting has no agenda items. The agenda states there is no agenda and directs readers to view the minutes.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Jennings Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on five development requests: two old business items (lot consolidation at 15-31 Robinson Circle and redevelopment of the former YMCA at 2650 Tyrell into an assisted living facility) and three new business items (subdivision at Buzz Westfall Plaza, new Bank of America construction, and interior remodel for a childcare center at 9600 Halls Ferry). The commission will also consider approval of the August 3, 2023 meeting minutes and other routine matters.

• Lot consolidation at 15-31 Robinson Circle (PC23-0001) - consolidate nine lots into three for new construction
• Redevelopment of former YMCA at 2650 Tyrell (PC23-0002) into assisted living facility
• Subdivision of Lot 7 at Buzz Westfall Plaza (PC23-0003) into lots 7A1 and 7A2
• New Bank of America construction (PC23-0004) - single story bank with drive-up
• Interior remodel at 9600 Halls Ferry (PC23-0005) for childcare center

City Council

This City Council meeting has no agenda items. The agenda states there is nothing to discuss or decide, and directs readers to view the meeting minutes for any prior actions.

• No agenda items listed

City Council

This meeting has no agenda items for discussion or decision. The agenda states there is no agenda and directs readers to view the minutes.

• No agenda items listed

The City Council met on August 28, 2023, but failed to reach a quorum due to five absent members. As a result, the council continued the meeting without approving any agenda items or taking official votes on proposed ordinances and grants.

• No substantive decisions made due to lack of quorum

Planning & Zoning Commission

This Planning & Zoning Commission meeting has no agenda items. The only action is to review minutes, so no decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• No agenda items listed

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved moving two petitions for The Gavel at 8745 Jennings Station Rd to the City Council. Two separate lot consolidation petitions were tabled. The commission also appointed its Chair and Co-Chair.

• Appointed Nikita Jamerson as Commission Chair (7-0)
• Appointed Rose Eichelberger as Commission Co-Chair (7-0)
• Moved Conditional Use Permit for Event Center + Bar & Grill at 8745 Jennings Station Rd to City Council, pending health and fire department passes (6-0)
• Moved Liquor License petition for 8745 Jennings Station Rd to City Council (7-0)
• Tabled lot consolidation petition for 15-31 Robinson Circle Dr (6-0)
• Tabled lot consolidation petition for Louisa Foods Products Inc. (6-0)

City Council

This meeting has no agenda items listed. The agenda states there is no agenda and directs readers to view minutes, indicating the meeting is either cancelled or purely procedural.

The City Council passed Ordinance #2657 amending the city code and approved a Planning Commission appointment and a handicap parking sign. In a closed session, the Council approved several new hires but failed to reach a majority to approve three termination recommendations.

• Passed Ordinance #2657 amending Chapter 36, Article VIII, Division 7, Section 36-486 of the city code (8-0)
• Approved Planning Commission appointment (8-0)
• Approved placement of handicap parking sign (8-0)
• Denied termination recommendations for Dimetrius James, Anthony Rivers, and Sam Alton (4-3-1)
• Approved hiring KaShunda Moore, Marquis Richardson, James Seay, Jamie Edwards, Reje’ Pitchford, Shantell Jones, and Shira Truitt (7-1)

City Council

This meeting has no agenda items and is purely procedural. Residents should refer to the meeting minutes for any official actions or discussions.

The City Council approved the meeting agenda, minutes from previous meetings, and monthly departmental and committee reports. The remainder of the provided record consists of public comments and councilmember reports regarding local infrastructure and community concerns.

• Approved the meeting agenda
• Approved minutes from the Regular Meeting of July 26, 2023
• Approved minutes from the Special Meeting of July 13, 2023
• Approved monthly departmental reports
• Approved reports of the committee

City Council

This City Council meeting has no agenda items. The agenda states there is nothing to discuss or decide, and directs readers to the meeting minutes for any record of proceedings.

• No agenda items listed

The City Council approved the minutes from the May 22 regular meeting and the June 16 special meeting. The council also voted to amend the agenda to include a special event permit. No votes were recorded for the proposed ordinances or new business items listed on the agenda.

• Approved minutes from Regular Meeting of May 22, 2023 (All in favor)
• Approved minutes from Special Meeting of June 16, 2023 (All in favor)
• Approved amendment to agenda to add special event permit (All in favor)

City Council

This meeting has no agenda items for discussion or decision. The agenda states there is no agenda and directs readers to view the minutes.

• No agenda items listed

The City Council passed ordinances regarding liquor license limitations and the purchase of multiple real properties. The council also approved several personnel hires, an internal transfer, and three terminations during a closed session.

• Approved Ordinance #2649 regarding limitations on liquor licenses (8-0)
• Approved Ordinance #2650 authorizing the purchase of multiple real properties (8-0)
• Approved hiring Jakob Leonard, Armani Jefferson, and Dimetrius James (8-0)
• Approved internal transfer of Leslie Johnson to Deputy Building Commissioner (8-0)
• Approved termination of Lagonda Stunson, Kinnes Jackson, and Calvin Harris (8-0)
• Discussed Republic Services contract and recycling requirements; no vote recorded

City Council

This meeting has no agenda items for discussion or decision. The agenda states there is no agenda and directs readers to view the minutes.

• No agenda items listed

The City Council approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the April 24, 2023, regular meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of public comments regarding code enforcement, trash service, and crime, as well as reports from council members.

• Approved the meeting agenda (All in favor; none opposed)
• Approved the minutes from the April 24, 2023, Regular Meeting (All in favor; none opposed)

City Council

This meeting has no agenda items; it is purely procedural, with only minutes to review.

The City Council held a regular meeting to swear in the newly elected Mayor and Council members. No substantive legislative actions or ordinances were decided during the session beyond procedural approvals.

• Approved the meeting agenda (All in favor)
• Approved minutes from the March 27, 2023 meeting (All in favor)
• Approved a 15-minute recess (8-0)

City Council

This meeting has no agenda items; it is purely procedural, with only minutes available for review.

The City Council approved the 2023-2024 proposed budget, which includes salary increases for elected officials and administrative staff. The council also approved several infrastructure signs, a vehicle for Parks, and new part-time laborers. Mayor Austin indicated she intends to veto the budget approval.

• Approved 2023-2024 proposed budget (Councilman Wilson opposed, Councilwoman Brown abstained)
• Approved placement of No Littering Signs (All in favor)
• Approved placement of Handicap Parking Sign (All in favor)
• Approved line item transfers for Park Funds (All in favor)
• Approved purchase of City vehicle for Parks (All in favor)
• Approved appointment of a Youth Commissioner (All in favor)
• Approved monthly bills for payment (All in favor)
• Approved hiring of part-time Parks and Public Works Laborers (All in favor)

City Council

This City Council meeting has no agenda items. The agenda states there is no agenda and directs readers to view the minutes for any actions taken.

• No agenda items listed

The City Council approved a resolution to rename a portion of the 5400 block of Janet Avenue to honor former Pastor Essel Johnson. The council also approved several administrative items, including demolition contractors, the purchase of city vehicles, and the installation of speed bumps.

• Approved renaming 5400 block of Janet Avenue to Pastor Essel Johnson
• Approved Title VI Plan
• Approved contractor for 2021 CDBG Demolition
• Approved contractor for City of Jennings Demolition
• Approved purchase of city vehicles
• Approved installation of speed bumps
• Approved auction with Purple Wave
• Approved hiring Damarr Jackson as Part-time Public Works Laborer