Lilburn public meetings in 2021

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a work session and public hearing regarding a city-initiated rezoning of 57 Railroad Avenue. The proposal seeks to change the property from Mixed Use to Commercial Business and includes a Special Use Permit for a brewery. The commission's recommendation will proceed to City Council on January 10, 2022.

• Rezoning of 57 Railroad Avenue from MU Mixed Use to CB Commercial Business
• Special Use Permit for a brewery at 57 Railroad Avenue
• Text amendment to Article 4, Section 406 regarding the Mixed-Use District

The Lilburn Planning Commission voted 3-0 to approve RZ-2021-02, rezoning 1.76 acres at 57 Railroad Avenue to CB (commercial) with a special use permit (SUP-2021-04) to operate a brewery, subject to a master concept plan. The board also approved minor text amendments to the zoning ordinance (Articles 4 and 7) and the meeting agenda and prior minutes. No public comments were made during the hearing.

• Approved RZ-2021-02 rezoning of 57 Railroad Avenue to CB with brewery use (3-0)
• Approved SUP-2021-04 special use permit for brewery operation (3-0)
• Approved text amendments to Articles 4 and 7 of zoning ordinance (3-0)
• Approved agenda for December 16, 2021 meeting (3-0)
• Approved November 11, 2021 meeting minutes (3-0)

Downtown Development Authority

The Lilburn Downtown Development Authority is reviewing financial reports and updates on DDA property and development activities. The meeting includes decisions regarding a right-of-way deed and contract amendments with Noble Village Lilburn, LLC.

• Approval to deed 0.098-acre of right-of-way at 57 Railroad Ave to the City of Lilburn
• Approval to reimburse the City General Fund $1,320.98 for incorrect DDA bank deposits
• Approval of 13th Amendment to Purchase Agreement and 3rd amendment to Promissory Note with Noble Village Lilburn, LLC

City Council Work Session

The Lilburn City Council work session will consider two text amendments to the zoning ordinance and sign code to update signage standards in the Main Street Hospitality Zone and Town Center Overlay District. The council will also vote on accepting a right-of-way deed from the Lilburn Downtown Development Authority at 57 Railroad Avenue. These are the only substantive items on the agenda.

• Text amendment to Zoning Ordinance Article 5, Section 502 for signage standards in Main Street Hospitality Zone and Town Center Overlay District
• Text amendment to City Code Chapter 113 (Sign Ordinance) to add definitions, clarify text, and add signage standards for Town Center Overlay District
• Approval to accept right-of-way deed from Lilburn Downtown Development Authority at 57 Railroad Avenue

City Council Meeting

The Lilburn City Council will hold public hearings and vote on two text amendments to the zoning ordinance and sign code to add signage standards for the Main Street Hospitality Zone and Town Center Overlay District (Old Town). The council will also consider consent agenda items to accept a 0.098-acre right-of-way dedication at 57 Railroad Avenue for streetscape and water main improvements, and to install two stop signs at Lilburn School Road and Pop Johnson Road for safety.

• Public hearing and vote on Ordinance No. 2021-575 amending Zoning Ordinance Section 502 for signage standards in Main Street Hospitality Zone and Town Center Overlay District
• Public hearing and vote on Ordinance No. 2021-576 amending City Code Chapter 113 (Signs) to add definitions and standards for Town Center Overlay District signage
• Consent item: Accept dedication of 0.098-acre right-of-way at 57 Railroad Avenue from Lilburn Downtown Development Authority for streetscape and water main improvements
• Consent item: Approve installation of two stop signs at Lilburn School Road and Pop Johnson Road to enhance safety near Lilburn Elementary School
• Approval of draft minutes from November 15, 2021 special called meeting

The Lilburn City Council met on December 13, 2021, and voted unanimously (4-0) to table two related signage items until the next meeting: a public hearing on text amendments to the zoning ordinance for signage standards in the Main Street Hospitality Zone and Town Center Overlay District, and an agenda item on the sign ordinance. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included accepting a right-of-way dedication from the Lilburn Downtown Development Authority for streetscape improvements and installing stop signs at Lilburn School Road and Pop Johnson Road.

• Tabled public hearing on zoning text amendments for signage standards (4-0)
• Tabled agenda item on sign ordinance amendments (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda accepting right-of-way deed from DDA at 57 Railroad Avenue (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda to install stop signs at Lilburn School Road and Pop Johnson Road (4-0)

City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding Rezoning Case RZ-2021-01. The proposal seeks to change approximately 2.00 acres of property from CB commercial business to R-1 low density residential. A motion is also on the agenda to approve Ordinance No. 2021-577 related to this rezoning.

• Public Hearing for Rezoning Case RZ-2021-01 (5073 Arcado Road)
• Proposed rezoning from CB commercial to R-1 low density residential
• Motion to approve Ordinance No. 2021-577 for Rezoning Case RZ-2021-01
• Approval of November 8, 2021, City Council meeting draft minutes
• Approval of November 8, 2021, Executive meeting draft minutes

The Lilburn City Council approved Ordinance No. 2021-577, rezoning two parcels at 5073 Arcado Road (totaling about 2 acres) from CB commercial business to R-1 low density residential. The vote was 4-0. The decision followed a public hearing where the property owners opposed the rezoning, citing economic loss and constitutional concerns, while nearby residents supported it. The council also approved the meeting agenda and minutes from the November 8, 2021 meetings.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2021-577 rezoning 5073 Arcado Rd from CB to R-1 (4-0)
• Approved agenda for Nov 15, 2021 meeting (4-0)
• Approved Nov 8, 2021 council meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved Nov 8, 2021 executive meeting minutes (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Lilburn Planning Commission will hold a work session and public hearing to consider a city-initiated rezoning of two parcels totaling about 2.00 acres at 5073 Arcado Road from CB commercial business to R-1 low density residential. The board's recommendation will go to a special city council meeting on November 15, 2021 for final action.

• Rezoning RZ-2021-01: 5073 Arcado Road, parcels 004 and 005A, from CB to R-1
• Public hearing at 7:30 p.m. after work session at 7:00 p.m.
• Recommendation to proceed to city council on November 15, 2021

The Lilburn Planning Commission voted 3-0 to approve RZ-2021-01, a city-initiated rezoning of two parcels (totaling about 2 acres) at 5073 Arcado Road from CB commercial to R-1 low density residential. The vote followed a public hearing where the property owners' attorney opposed the rezoning, citing property rights and economic harm, while nearby residents spoke in support, citing traffic, safety, and neighborhood character. The commission also approved the meeting agenda and the October 28, 2021 minutes, both by 3-0 votes.

• Approved RZ-2021-01 rezoning of 5073 Arcado Road parcels from CB to R-1 (3-0)
• Approved agenda for the November 11, 2021 special called meeting (3-0)
• Approved minutes of the October 28, 2021 Planning Commission meeting (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:08 p.m. (3-0)

City Council Work Session

The Lilburn City Council work session will discuss zoning and sign ordinance text amendments affecting signage standards in the Main Street Hospitality Zone and Town Center Overlay District. The council will also consider several administrative items, including a change order for SPLOST transportation projects, a retirement plan adoption, a personnel policy revision, a lease renewal, an appointment, and a sign ordinance update.

• Text amendments to Zoning Ordinance Article 5, Section 502 for signage in Main Street Hospitality Zone and Town Center Overlay District
• Change Order #2 for jointly funded 2017 SPLOST transportation projects with Gwinnett County
• Adoption of restated 401(A) Defined Contribution Plan per Georgia Municipal Association
• Revision to Personnel Policies Chapter V Section 5-8 on funeral leave
• Renewal of lease for Wynne-Russell House with Lilburn Community Partnership

City Council Meeting

The Lilburn City Council will hold a public hearing and consider two text amendments to the zoning ordinance and sign code to update signage standards in the Main Street Hospitality Zone and Town Center Overlay District (Old Town). The council will also vote on consent agenda items including a change order for joint transportation projects, adoption of a restated retirement plan, a funeral leave policy revision, a lease renewal for the Wynne-Russell House, and appointment of an assistant solicitor.

• Public hearing on zoning text amendment to Article 5, Section 502 for signage standards in Main Street Hospitality Zone and Town Center Overlay District
• Consideration of Ordinance #2021-575 (zoning text amendment) and #2021-576 (sign code Chapter 113 amendments)
• Change Order #2 with Gwinnett County for 2017 SPLOST transportation projects, leaving approximately $463,000 for joint use
• Adoption of restated 401(a) defined contribution plan per Georgia Municipal Association
• Renewal of lease for Wynne-Russell House at 4684 Wynne Russell Drive with Lilburn Community Partnership

The Lilburn City Council met on November 8, 2021, and took several actions. The council voted to table a public hearing and an agenda item related to signage standards in the Town Center Overlay District, deferring them to a future meeting. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included a change order for joint transportation projects, adoption of a restated retirement plan, a personnel policy revision, a lease renewal, and an appointment.

• Tabled public hearing on signage text amendment (4-0)
• Tabled agenda item on sign ordinance to December 2021 (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda items 1-5 (4-0)
• Approved Change Order #2 for 2017 SPLOST projects (4-0)
• Adopted restated 401(a) defined contribution plan (4-0)
• Approved funeral leave policy revision to allow sick leave (4-0)
• Approved 3-year lease renewal for Wynne-Russell House (4-0)
• Appointed Angela Couch as Assistant Solicitor (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a work session and public hearing regarding text amendments to the 2011 Zoning Ordinance for the Town Center Overlay District. The commission will also review proposed changes to Chapter 113 of the Lilburn Sign Ordinance.

• Text amendments to Article 5, Section 502, Town Center Overlay District
• Proposed amendments to Chapter 113, Lilburn Sign Ordinance

The Lilburn Planning Commission voted unanimously to approve city-initiated text amendments to Article 5 of the Zoning Ordinance, establishing new signage standards for the 'Historic' Main Street Hospitality Zone within the Town Center Overlay District. The amendments also set permitted sign types, size and lighting requirements, and exempt signs within the overlay district. No public comments were made, as no members of the public were present.

• Approved zoning text amendments to Article 5 for Town Center Overlay signage standards (unanimous)
• Approved July 22, 2021 Planning Commission meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)

Downtown Development Authority

The Lilburn Downtown Development Authority will hold a work session and regular meeting to discuss financial reports, property updates, and development activities. The main action items are approving a memorandum of understanding and a lease agreement with Fire Brigade Development, LLC for a brewery and food hall at 57 Railroad Ave.

• Approval of MOU between Lilburn DDA and Fire Brigade Development, LLC for brewery and food hall at 57 Railroad Ave
• Approval of Lease Agreement between Lilburn DDA and Fire Brigade Development, LLC for 57 Railroad Ave
• Financial report for period ending September 30, 2021
• Updates on DDA property, Lilburn Community Improvement District, and Community Partnership

The Lilburn Downtown Development Authority approved a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Fire Brigade Development, LLC for a brewery and food hall at 57 Railroad Ave, and approved the lease agreement as to form pending legal review, authorizing Chairman Elmer Nash to execute it. The board also approved the September financial report, which showed a balance of $506,635.09, and received updates on property developments and community partnerships. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved MOU with Fire Brigade Development, LLC for brewery/food hall at 57 Railroad Ave (6-0)
• Approved lease agreement with Fire Brigade Development, LLC for 57 Railroad Ave, as to form pending legal review, authorizing Chairman Nash to execute (6-0)
• Approved October 20, 2021 agenda (6-0)
• Approved August 18, 2021 draft minutes (6-0)
• Adjourned work session (6-0) and public meeting (6-0)

City Council Work Session

The Lilburn City Council is holding a work session with one substantive agenda item: a resolution to formally designate the City of Lilburn Tax Collector and authorize discretion to write off amounts up to $5.00, while also changing how partial payments are applied to distribute them equally among all debts. The rest of the agenda is procedural (call to order, announcements, adjournment).

• Resolution to adopt City of Lilburn Tax Collector designation
• Authorize tax collector to write off amounts up to $5.00
• Change partial payment application to equal distribution among all debts

City Council Meeting

The Lilburn City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on Resolution No. 2021-08, which designates the Finance Director as the City's Tax Collector, authorizes writing off debts up to $5.00, and changes partial payment application to equal distribution among property tax debts. The meeting also includes approval of minutes, a ceremonial swearing-in, and announcements about upcoming city events.

• Resolution No. 2021-08: designates Finance Director as Tax Collector, allows write-offs up to $5.00, changes partial payment distribution
• Swearing in of James Hampton to the Zoning Board of Appeals
• Approval of City Council and Executive Session draft minutes from September 13, 2021
• Public comment period
• Announcements: Food Truck Tuesday (Oct 12), Municipal Election (Nov 2), Veterans Day closure (Nov 11)

The Lilburn City Council held a regular meeting on October 11, 2021, and approved Resolution No. 2021-08, which designates the Finance Director as Tax Collector, allows write-offs up to $5.00, and changes partial payment application to equal distribution among property tax, streetlight, and sanitation debts. The council also swore in James Hampton to the Zoning Board of Appeals and approved the September 13, 2021 meeting minutes. No public comments or public hearings were held.

• Approved Resolution No. 2021-08 designating Finance Director as Tax Collector, allowing write-offs up to $5.00, and changing partial payment distribution (4-0)
• Swore in James Hampton to the Zoning Board of Appeals
• Approved City Council draft minutes from September 13, 2021 (4-0)
• Approved Executive meeting draft minutes from September 13, 2021 (4-0)
• Approved the October 11, 2021 agenda (4-0)
• Held executive session for legal and real estate matters (4-0)

City Council Work Session

The Lilburn City Council will hold a work session to consider two agenda items: adopting Ordinance No. 2021-574, which amends Section 42-58 of the noise ordinance regarding specific prohibited acts, and approving an intergovernmental agreement with Gwinnett County and the Gwinnett County Water and Sewerage Authority. The meeting is scheduled for September 13, 2021, at 6:30 p.m. at Lilburn City Hall.

• Ordinance No. 2021-574 amending Section 42-58 (Specific Prohibited Acts) of the Noise Ordinance
• Intergovernmental agreement between Gwinnett County, Gwinnett County Water and Sewerage Authority, and the City of Lilburn

City Council Meeting

The Lilburn City Council will consider two main items: an ordinance amending the noise code to set decibel limits for motor vehicles, and an intergovernmental agreement with Gwinnett County to fund water line improvements on Railroad Avenue. The council will also swear in a new member, approve minutes, and hear public comment.

• Ordinance No. 2021-574 amends Section 42-58(b)(6) to set motor vehicle noise limits: 95 decibels at 50 feet generally, 50 decibels in residential areas from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., and 70 decibels from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. (text appears to contain an error)
• Intergovernmental agreement with Gwinnett County for upsizing water line on Railroad Avenue from 8 to 12 inches; total project budget estimated at $285,000, with Gwinnett funding 10% and city using ARPA funds for 90%
• Swearing in of Councilmember Yoon-Mi Hampton
• Proclamations: Calvin Fitchett Pavilion Dedication and National Night Out
• Approval of August 9, 2021 council minutes

The Lilburn City Council approved Ordinance No. 2021-574, amending the noise ordinance to set new decibel limits for private motor vehicles on public rights-of-way, with stricter limits in residential areas at night. The council also approved an intergovernmental agreement with Gwinnett County and its water authority to upsize a water line on Railroad Avenue, with the city funding 90% of the estimated $285,000 project using ARPA funds. Councilmember Yoon-Mi Hampton was sworn in, and the council approved the August 9, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2021-574 amending noise ordinance (4-0)
• Approved IGA with Gwinnett County for water line upsizing (4-0)
• Approved August 9, 2021 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Swore in Councilmember Yoon-Mi Hampton

Downtown Development Authority

The Lilburn Downtown Development Authority approved a one-month lease extension for 57 Railroad Ave (Builder's Steel) until October 1, 2021, and ratified payments for electrical services ($220.48) and Gwinnett County stormwater fees ($2,019.66). The board also discussed a fiscal impact analysis for a proposed brewery at 57 Railroad Ave, with staff to finalize it using more detailed data. All votes were 6-0.

• Approved lease extension for 57 Railroad Ave until Oct 1, 2021 (6-0)
• Ratified $220.48 payment to JMB Electrical for photo eye sensors (6-0)
• Approved $2,019.66 payment for 2021 Gwinnett County stormwater fees (6-0)
• Approved agenda with added stormwater fee item (6-0)
• Approved July 21, 2021 draft minutes (6-0)

City Council Meeting

The Lilburn City Council will hold public hearings and vote on several land-use and business items. These include changes to a mixed-use development's conditions, a special use permit for an auto service business, and zoning text amendments. The council will also consider a new Comcast cable franchise agreement, a hazard mitigation plan amendment, and a moratorium on new small-box retail stores.

• Public hearing on CIC-2021-01: change in conditions for 0.7718-acre commercial property at 112 Main St. (parcel 6135 385) in Town Center Overlay District
• Public hearing on SUP-2021-03: special use permit for limited auto/truck services (tire, brake, oil changes) at 4275 Lawrenceville Highway (Go Safe Tire)
• Public hearing on text amendments to Zoning Ordinance Article 7, Sections 716 (home occupations) and 733 (vehicle storage)
• Agenda item: Approve 10-year Cable Television Franchise Agreement with Comcast, including 5% franchise fee on gross revenue
• Agenda item: Adopt Resolution No. 2021-06 imposing moratorium on small box retail store applications until December 31, 2022

The Lilburn City Council approved three zoning-related ordinances: a change in conditions for the remaining commercial tract in the Old Town Lilburn development, a special use permit for auto/truck services at 4275 Lawrenceville Highway, and text amendments to home occupation and vehicle storage rules. The council also approved a 10-year cable franchise agreement with Comcast, a hazard mitigation plan amendment, and a moratorium on new small-box retail store applications until December 31, 2022. All votes were 3-0.

• Approved Ordinance 2021-571 for CIC-2021-01, changing conditions on 0.7718-acre MU-zoned commercial property (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-572 for SUP-2021-03, allowing limited auto/truck services at 4275 Lawrenceville Highway (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-573, amending zoning text for home occupations and vehicle storage (3-0)
• Approved 10-year Cable Television Franchise Agreement with Comcast (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-07, amending Gwinnett County Hazard Mitigation Plan (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-06, imposing moratorium on small box retail store applications until Dec 31, 2022 (3-0)
• Approved minutes from July 12 and July 21, 2021 meetings (3-0)

City Council Work Session

The Lilburn City Council work session includes three public hearings on zoning changes and a vote on a moratorium barring new small box retail store applications until December 31, 2022. The council will also consider a Comcast cable franchise agreement and a Gwinnett County hazard mitigation plan amendment. Two items—signage policy for Old Town and a tax allocation district—are discussion-only.

• Public hearing on change in conditions to SUP-07-07 for 0.7718-acre commercial property in Town Center Overlay District
• Public hearing on SUP-2021-03 for auto/truck services at 4275 Lawrenceville Highway (0.66 acres, CB zoning)
• Public hearing on text amendments to Zoning Ordinance Article 7 (home occupations, vehicle storage)
• Approval of Cable Television Franchise Agreement with Comcast
• Resolution 2021-06: moratorium on small box retail store applications until Dec 31, 2022

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Lilburn Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a work session and public meeting to consider one variance application (LV-2021-03) from Reginald Crayton, representing a contract purchaser, to allow an encroachment into the 40-foot zoning buffer along the rear property line of a 2.11-acre commercial site in the US29 Overlay District. The board will also approve minutes from its January 27, 2021 meeting. No other substantive items are listed.

• Variance LV-2021-03: encroachment into 40-foot buffer along rear R-1 residential property line
• Site: 2.11 acres, District 6, Land Lot 145, Parcel 253, zoned CB, US29 Overlay District
• Applicant: Reginald Crayton, engineer/representative of contract purchaser
• Approval of ZBA minutes from January 27, 2021

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved land disturbance permit LV-2021-03, allowing an 11,000 square foot building and driveway that encroaches into a 40-foot buffer. Approval was conditioned on installing a minimum 6-foot opaque privacy fence and supplemental evergreen plantings to screen the residential property, plus a parapet wall to screen rooftop utilities. The motion passed unanimously with no public comments.

• Approved LV-2021-03 with staff-recommended conditions (5-0)
• Required 6-ft opaque privacy fence and 5-ft vegetated buffer along rear property line
• Required parapet wall to screen rooftop utilities

Planning Commission

The Lilburn Planning Commission is meeting to consider a zoning text amendment on home occupations and vehicle storage, a special use permit for a tire store to add auto repair services, and a request to change conditions on a mixed-use property in Old Town Lilburn. The meeting includes a work session and public hearing, with decisions or recommendations to be made on these items.

• Zoning text amendment to Articles 6 and 7 addressing home occupations (Section 716) and vehicle storage (Section 733)
• SUP-2021-03: Go Safe Tire at 4275 Lawrenceville Highway seeks special use permit for auto repair (oil changes, brakes) on 0.66-acre CB-zoned lot in US29 Overlay District
• CIC-2021-01: 112 Main LLC requests changes to conditions of Resolution #271-07 and SUP-07-07 for 0.7718-acre commercial tract at 112 Main Street
• Approval of May 27, 2021 meeting minutes

The Lilburn Planning Commission approved city-initiated text amendments to Article 7 of the Zoning Ordinance, clarifying home occupation and vehicle storage rules. It also approved a special use permit for limited auto services at 4275 Lawrenceville Highway and a change in conditions for the mixed-use redevelopment at 112 Main Street. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Article 7 zoning text amendments (all for)
• Approved SUP-2021-03 for limited auto-truck services at 4275 Lawrenceville Highway (all for)
• Approved CIC-2021-01 for change in conditions at 112 Main Street (all for)

City Council Meeting

The Lilburn City Council is holding a special called meeting to accept the resignation of Councilmember Lindsay Voigt from Post 1 and to call for a special election to fill the vacancy, coinciding with the 2021 City of Lilburn General Election. The agenda contains only these two items and standard procedural steps.

• Acceptance of resignation from Councilmember Voigt from Post 1
• Call for Special Election to coincide with the 2021 City of Lilburn General Election

The Lilburn City Council accepted Councilmember Voigt's resignation from Post 1 and called a special election to coincide with the 2021 general election. Both motions passed 3-0. The meeting was brief, lasting only two minutes.

• Accepted Councilmember Voigt's resignation from Post 1 (3-0 vote)
• Called a special election to coincide with the 2021 general election (3-0 vote)

Downtown Development Authority

The Lilburn Downtown Development Authority is holding a work session and regular meeting to discuss financial reports, property updates, and development activities. The board will vote on several items, including an intergovernmental agreement for retail consulting services, a $3,000 fiscal impact analysis contract, and a deadline extension for a memorandum of understanding with Fire Brigade, LLC.

• Approval to authorize Chairman to sign IGA with Lilburn CID and City for Retail Strategies, LLC consulting services
• Ratify payment to Seyfarth for legal services on 57 Railroad Ave development agreements
• Adopt resolution requiring background checks for development partners
• Approve $3,000 contract with Economic Impact Group for fiscal impact analysis at 57 Railroad Avenue
• Extend MOU deadline with Fire Brigade, LLC from July 23 to August 18, 2021

The Lilburn Downtown Development Authority approved a three-year, $45,000-per-year contract with Retail Strategies for shared retail consulting, with the DDA's net cost reduced to $15,000 annually via reimbursements from the City and LCID. The board also ratified legal fees for Seyfarth, adopted a resolution requiring background checks for development partners, approved a $3,000 contract with Economic Impact Group for a fiscal analysis, and extended the MOU deadline with Fire Brigade, LLC to August 18, 2021. All motions passed 5-0.

• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement and Professional Services Agreement with Retail Strategies, LLC for retail consulting at $45,000/year for three years, with DDA net cost $15,000/year.
• Ratified payment for legal services from Seyfarth for development agreements at 57 Railroad Avenue.
• Adopted resolution requiring background checks (moral character and financial capacity) for potential development partners.
• Approved contract with Economic Impact Group for fiscal impact analysis of 57 Railroad Avenue development for $3,000.
• Extended MOU deadline with Fire Brigade, LLC from July 23, 2021 to August 18, 2021.

City Council Work Session

The Lilburn City Council will hold a work session to approve the 2021 millage rate and amend zoning ordinances for mobile food vending. The body will also consider a new noise control ordinance and a property purchase agreement. Additionally, Steve Edwards from Waste Management will brief the council on industry labor challenges.

• Approval of Ordinance No. 2021-569 amending Zoning Ordinance Appendix A for mobile food vending
• Resolution to adopt the 2021 City of Lilburn millage rate
• Purchase and Sale Agreement with Elaine Hayes Anderson for 106 First Avenue, Lilburn
• Proposed Noise Control Ordinance #2021-570
• Changes to the 2021 General Municipal Election Schedule for absentee voting

City Council Meeting

The Lilburn City Council is meeting to vote on several items, including setting the 2021 millage rate at 4.430 mills, approving a zoning text amendment for mobile food vending, and authorizing the purchase of 106 First Avenue for stormwater management. The council will also consider a noise control ordinance and changes to the 2021 election schedule.

• Resolution to adopt 2021 millage rate at 4.430 mills, with expected property tax revenue of $2,467,466
• Ordinance No. 2021-569 amending zoning to define and regulate mobile food vending, including at breweries
• Purchase and Sale Agreement with Elaine Hayes Anderson for 106 First Avenue for $320,000, funded by stormwater fees
• Ordinance No. 2021-570 to limit motor vehicle noise, responding to citizen complaints about loud mufflers
• Resolution No. 2021-05 updating the 2021 election schedule, moving advanced in-person voting to October 12 and adding Leticia Suarez as Absentee Ballot Clerk

The Lilburn City Council approved a purchase and sale agreement with Elaine Hayes Anderson for 106 First Avenue at $320,000 plus closing costs, funded by stormwater user fees, to create a bioretention area for runoff from a future road. The council also adopted the 2021 millage rate at 4.430 mills, approved a mobile food vending ordinance, passed a noise control ordinance, and approved election schedule changes. All votes were 3-0, with Mayor Tim Dunn absent.

• Approved $320,000 purchase of 106 First Avenue for stormwater bioretention (3-0)
• Adopted 2021 millage rate at 4.430 mills (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-569 on mobile food vending (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-570 on motor vehicle noise limits (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-05 on election schedule and absentee ballot clerk (3-0)
• Approved June 14, 2021 council and executive meeting minutes (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Lilburn Planning Commission will hold a work session and public hearing to consider city-initiated text amendments to the zoning ordinance. The changes would update rules for home occupations, mobile food vending, and vehicle storage, along with related definitions. No votes are listed on the agenda beyond approval of prior minutes.

• Text amendments to Article 6 and 7 of the zoning ordinance
• Home occupation regulations (Sec. 716)
• Mobile vending rules (Sec. 721)
• Vehicle storage rules (Sec. 733)
• Associated definition changes in Article 14

Downtown Development Authority

The Lilburn Downtown Development Authority will review its May financial report and updates on the Community Improvement District. The board is set to vote on amending its by-laws, authorizing a Letter of Intent with Fire Brigade Development Company, LLC for 57 Railroad Avenue, and extending the proposal deadline for the Main St & First Ave assemblage.

• Approval of amendment to DDA by-laws
• Authorization for Chairman to sign Letter of Intent between Fire Brigade Development Company, LLC and DDA for development of 57 Railroad Avenue
• Extension of deadline for proposals for development of the assemblage at Main St & First Ave to September 1, 2021

The Lilburn Downtown Development Authority approved a Letter of Intent with Fire Brigade Development Company, LLC, for the development of 57 Railroad Avenue, authorizing the Chairman to sign it. The board also amended its bylaws to require public comment topics to be submitted in advance, removing a section that required the Chairman to state each commenter's name, address, and topic. The deadline for proposals for the assemblage at Main Street and First Avenue was extended to August 1, 2021, not September 1 as originally requested. All motions passed 6-0.

• Approved amendment to DDA Bylaws regarding public comment, with removal of the section requiring the Chairman to state each commenter's name, address, and topic.
• Authorized Chairman to sign Letter of Intent with Fire Brigade Development Company, LLC, for development of 57 Railroad Avenue.
• Extended deadline for proposals for the assemblage at Main Street and First Avenue to August 1, 2021, instead of September 1.
• Approved the June 16, 2021 DDA agenda.
• Approved the May 19, 2021 draft meeting minutes.

City Council Meeting

The Lilburn City Council approved the FY2021-2022 budget of $13,984,809, a new fee schedule, and a special use permit for a mixed-use building at 5284 Lawrenceville Highway. All votes were 3-0, with two council members absent. The council also approved several routine items on the consent agenda, including a budget amendment and an elections ordinance update.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2021-565 for SUP-2021-02 (mixed-use residential/office) at 5284 Lawrenceville Highway (3-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2021-566 approving FY2021-2022 budget of $13,984,809 (3-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2021-02 establishing FY21-22 fee schedule (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-03 for property tax billing dates (3-0)
• Amended General and Administrative Policies and Procedures (3-0)
• Authorized CDBG Cooperation Agreement with Gwinnett County (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2021-567 updating elections qualifying period (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2021-568 amending FY2020-2021 budget (3-0)

City Council Work Session

The Lilburn City Council is holding a work session to discuss several items, including a public hearing on a mixed-use zoning request, the FY2021-2022 budget and fee schedule, and a cooperation agreement with Gwinnett County. The agenda also includes a proposed amendment to the elections ordinance and a $35,000 budget increase for public works. Most items are for discussion, with formal votes likely at a later regular meeting.

• Public hearing on SUP-2021-02 for residential use in a mixed-use building at 5284 Lawrenceville Highway (0.35 acres, CB zoning)
• Adoption of Ordinance No. 2021-566 for FY2021-2022 budget
• Resolution No. 2021-02 establishing FY21-22 fee schedule
• Resolution setting property tax, streetlight, and solid waste billing date as Sept. 15, 2021, due Nov. 15, 2021
• Budget amendment increasing Public Works & Municipal Buildings budget by $35,000

Planning Commission

The Lilburn Planning Commission will hold a work session and public hearing to consider a special use permit application (SUP-2021-02) by David Giang. The permit would allow redevelopment of a dwelling on a 0.35-acre lot zoned CB (Commercial Business) at 5284 Lawrenceville Highway into a multi-use building with office space on the ground floor and a residence on the terrace level. The commission will also approve minutes from the February 25, 2021 meeting. The agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Special use permit SUP-2021-02 for mixed-use building at 5284 Lawrenceville Highway
• Property in District 6, LL 146, Parcel 003, within US29 Overlay District
• Public hearing at 7:30 p.m. after work session at 7:00 p.m.
• Approval of draft minutes from February 25, 2021 Planning Commission meeting

The Lilburn Planning Commission approved SUP-2021-02, a special use permit for David Giang to redevelop a dwelling on a 0.35-acre lot zoned CB (Commercial Business) at 5284 Lawrenceville Highway into a mixed-use building with office on the ground floor and a residence on the terrace level. The approval was unanimous (all present members voted for) and included 11 conditions recommended by staff, such as limiting office use to the property owner, requiring sewer connection, and restricting signage. The meeting was procedural otherwise, with no old business and no public comments.

• Approved SUP-2021-02 for mixed-use building with office and residence (all present voted for)
• Approved agenda and February 25, 2021 meeting minutes (all for)
• Adjourned meeting at approximately 8:10 PM (all for)

Downtown Development Authority

The Lilburn Downtown Development Authority will hold a work session and regular meeting on May 19, 2021. The main item is a presentation from proposers responding to a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the property at 57 RR AVE. The board will also review financial reports, property updates, and development activities.

• Presentation from 57 RR AVE RFP proposers
• Financial report for April 30, 2021
• Update on DDA property
• Update on Lilburn Community Improvement District & Lilburn Community Partnership
• Approval of April 21, 2021 minutes

The Lilburn Downtown Development Authority held a work session and public meeting on May 19, 2021. The board heard a proposal from Fire Brigade Development Company, LLC to redevelop 57 Railroad Avenue into The Brigade, a food and retail hall anchored by Legends Brewery, with an estimated $11M investment and 18-month construction timeline. The board approved an 81-day lease extension for Builder's Steel at 57 Railroad Avenue from June 12 to September 1, 2021, and approved the April 21, 2021 meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; the RFP for the Main Street assemblage remains open with a June 25, 2021 due date.

• Approved 81-day lease extension for Builder's Steel at 57 Railroad Avenue (7-0)
• Approved May 19, 2021 agenda with added lease extension item (7-0)
• Approved April 21, 2021 draft meeting minutes (7-0)
• Entered executive session to discuss property (7-0)
• Adjourned executive session (7-0)
• Adjourned work session (7-0)
• Adjourned public meeting (7-0)

City Council Work Session

The Lilburn City Council will hold a work session to discuss and potentially act on several items, including a public hearing for the FY2021/2022 budget, a CDBG grant application for Velva Way Sewer, a bid award for LMIG 2021, policy amendments, and acceptance of a $150,000 settlement from CSX Railroad for derailment repairs.

• Public hearing for FY2021/2022 budget
• Authorization for CDBG grant application – Velva Way Sewer
• Award of bid – LMIG 2021
• Approval to amend General and Administrative Policies and Procedures
• Accept $150,000 CSX settlement for Main Street, parking lot, and Greenway trail repairs

City Council Meeting

The Lilburn City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed FY2021/22 budget of $13,984,809, which will be adopted at a later meeting. The council will also consider several action items, including a CDBG application for sewer work on Velva Way, a bid award for street resurfacing, policy amendments, and acceptance of a settlement from CSX Railroad.

• Public hearing on FY2021/22 budget totaling $13,984,809
• Authorize CDBG application for Velva Way sewer project
• Award LMIG 2021 bid to Garrett Paving for $157,322.20
• Amend policies: fixed assets, cybersecurity, agenda process
• Accept $150,000 CSX settlement for derailment repairs

The Lilburn City Council approved a consent agenda that included a $157,322.20 road resurfacing contract with Garrett Paving Company, acceptance of a $150,000 settlement from CSX Railroad for October 2020 train derailment damages, and authorization to apply for a CDBG grant for sewer work on Velva Way. The council also held a public hearing on the FY2021/2022 budget, which totals $13,984,809, and approved the April 12, 2021 meeting minutes. All votes were 4-0.

• Approved $157,322.20 road resurfacing bid to Garrett Paving Company (4-0)
• Accepted $150,000 settlement from CSX Railroad for derailment damages (4-0)
• Authorized $83,175.00 contract to Dickerson Group for infrastructure repairs (4-0)
• Approved CDBG grant application for Velva Way sewer project (4-0)
• Approved amendments to General and Administrative Policies and Procedures (4-0)
• Approved April 12, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved May 10, 2021 agenda (4-0)

Downtown Development Authority

The Lilburn Downtown Development Authority will hold a work session and meeting to discuss the March 31, 2021, financial report. The agenda also includes updates on DDA property, development activities, and the Lilburn Community Improvement District.

• Review of March 31, 2021, financial report
• Update on DDA Property
• Update on Lilburn Community Improvement District & Lilburn Community Partnership
• Update on Development Activities
• Approval of March 17, 2021, meeting minutes

The Lilburn Downtown Development Authority held a work session and public meeting on April 21, 2021. The board approved the conceptual design for a 6-foot tall wooden fence with 6x6 posts and caps at Agavero Parkside, at a cost of $5,465. The board also approved the agenda and the March 17, 2021 meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; other items were informational updates only.

• Approved conceptual design for 6' wooden fence at Agavero Parkside (4-0)
• Approved April 21, 2021 agenda (5-0)
• Approved March 17, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council Meeting

The Lilburn City Council will consider two main items: an ordinance amending the small cell wireless facilities ordinance to add aesthetic standards for overlay districts, and a motion to bring property tax, streetlight, and solid waste billing in-house after the county contract expired. The meeting also includes approval of minutes, public comment, and announcements of upcoming city events.

• Ordinance 2021-564 amends small cell wireless facilities ordinance to add aesthetic standards for overlay districts
• Authorization for city staff to perform billing and collection for ad valorem property taxes, streetlights, and solid waste fees
• Approval of draft minutes from March 8, 2021
• Public comment period
• Upcoming events: Great American Cleanup (April 17), Cornhole League (April 22), Lil' Crawl (April 24)

The Lilburn City Council approved a consent agenda with two items: an ordinance amending small cell wireless facility standards to include overlay districts and GMA aesthetic standards, and authorization for city staff to perform property tax, streetlight, and solid waste billing services. All votes were 3-0, with Councilmember Scott Batterton absent.

• Approved Ordinance 2021-564 amending small cell facilities ordinance (3-0)
• Authorized city staff to perform ad valorem tax, streetlight, and solid waste billing (3-0)
• Approved March 8, 2021 council minutes (3-0)
• Approved April 12, 2021 agenda (3-0)

City Council Work Session

The Lilburn City Council will hold a work session to discuss three agenda items: an ordinance amending utility regulations for small cell facilities, authorization for staff to handle billing for property taxes and fees, and a pedestrian safety study. The pedestrian study is for discussion only, with no final action expected.

• Ordinance 2021-564 amending Article IV Utilities in Chapter 58 to add GMA model aesthetic standards for small cell facilities
• Authorization for city staff to perform billing and collection for ad valorem property taxes, streetlight, and solid waste fees
• Discussion of CROY Pedestrian Safety and Circulation Study, including Old Town Pedestrian and Circulation Study

Downtown Development Authority

The Lilburn Downtown Development Authority approved funding for landscaping installation and maintenance on Main Street planters, including quarterly power washing. It also approved the 12th amendment to the purchase agreement with Noble Village Lilburn, LLC and the 2nd amendment to the promissory note, and extended the deadline for brewery proposals at 57 Railroad Ave to May 1, 2021. The fencing design for Agavero Cantina Parkside was tabled until next month's meeting.

• Approved landscape installation and maintenance for Main Street planters, including quarterly power washing, with a 6-0 vote.
• Tabled the approval of fencing design at Agavero Cantina Parkside until next month's DDA meeting, with a 6-0 vote.
• Approved the 12th amendment to the purchase agreement with Noble Village Lilburn, LLC and the 2nd amendment to the promissory note, with a 6-0 vote.
• Approved funding for annual backflow testing of the grease trap at Agavero Cantina Parkside, with future years funded by the business, with a 6-0 vote.
• Extended the deadline for brewery proposals at 57 Railroad Ave from April 1 to May 1, 2021, with a 6-0 vote.

City Council Meeting

The Lilburn City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a special use permit for a 12,000-square-foot tire and accessory store at 710 Indian Trail Lilburn Rd. They will also consider approving a sole source purchase of water play structures from Aquatix by Landscape Structures for approximately $195,015, with $45,000 from the Public Art Fund. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and announcements.

• Public hearing and vote on Ordinance 2021-563 for SUP-2021-01, a tire and accessory store at 710 Indian Trail Lilburn Rd.
• Sole source purchase of water play structures, systems, design, and freight from Aquatix by Landscape Structures for $195,015.
• Request to allocate $45,000 from the Public Art Fund for a specialty bucket art feature.
• Approval of February 8, 2021 City Council meeting minutes.
• Ceremonial award to Lilburn Police Chief Hedley from Chief Carlisle of Lavonia.

The Lilburn City Council approved a special use permit for a 12,000 sq ft tire and accessory store at 710 Indian Trail Lilburn Road, with conditions. They also approved a sole source purchase of water play structures from Aquatix by Landscape Structures, not to exceed $200,000, using $45,000 from the Public Art Fund. All votes were 4-0.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2021-563 for SUP-2021-01 tire store at 710 Indian Trail Lilburn Road (4-0)
• Approved sole source purchase of water play structures from Aquatix by Landscape Structures, not to exceed $200,000 (4-0)
• Approved March 8, 2021 agenda (4-0)
• Approved February 8, 2021 minutes (4-0)
• Moved to executive session for pending litigation (4-0)
• Moved out of executive session (4-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to review a special use permit for a service center and a sole source purchase for water play structures. A public hearing is also scheduled regarding the proposed zoning map amendment.

• Approval of Ordinance 2021-563 for a 12,000 square foot Tire and Accessory Store and Service Center at 710 Indian Trail Lilburn Rd.
• Approval of Sole Source Purchase of Water Play structures, systems, design, and freight to Aquatix Interactive Fountain
• Public hearing regarding proposed Special Used Permit/amendment to official zoning map

Planning Commission

The Lilburn Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a special use permit application for a new 11,000-square-foot auto service tire and accessory store at 710 Indian Trail Road. The board will make a recommendation that will go to the City Council for final zoning action on March 8, 2021. The meeting will be held via Zoom due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Special Use Permit SUP-2021-01 for an 11,000+ sq ft auto service store
• Property at 710 Indian Trail Road, combining parcels for 1.77 acres
• Located in CB (Commercial Business) zoning district and US29 Overlay District
• Public hearing via Zoom with instructions provided

The Lilburn Planning Commission approved a special use permit (SUP-2021-01) for a new 11,000-12,000 square foot auto service tire and accessory store at 710 Indian Trail Road, subject to 15 conditions. The conditions include a 40-foot buffer with evergreen screening, limits on services (no body/paint repair, no outside storage), and a maximum of four tenant spaces. The applicant also presented an alternative layout with one larger tenant space, but the commission approved the permit as recommended by staff.

• Approved SUP-2021-01 for an auto service tire and accessory store at 710 Indian Trail Road, with 15 conditions.
• Approved the meeting agenda as presented.
• Approved the minutes from the January 28, 2021 meeting.
• Adjourned the meeting at approximately 7:50 PM.

Downtown Development Authority

The Lilburn Downtown Development Authority will hold a work session and regular meeting via Zoom. The main action item is approval of funding for a survey of the property at 4867 Velva Way. The board will also receive updates on its property, the Community Improvement District, and development activities, and will review the January financial report and minutes.

• Approval of funding for survey of 4867 Velva Way
• Financial report for January 31, 2021
• Update on DDA property
• Update on Lilburn Community Improvement District & Lilburn Community Partnership
• Update on development activities

The Lilburn Downtown Development Authority approved a contract with Smith, Gambrell, & Russell, LLP for legal services related to development agreements, and a $4,800 contract with JMB Unlimited Electrical Services for Main Street tree outlets. The item to fund a survey at 4867 Velva Way was struck from the agenda after the property owner withdrew approval. All votes were 6-0.

• Approved legal services contract with Smith, Gambrell, & Russell, LLP (6-0)
• Approved $4,800 contract with JMB Unlimited Electrical Services for Main Street tree outlets (6-0)
• Struck survey funding item for 4867 Velva Way from agenda (6-0)
• Approved January 31, 2021 financial report (6-0)
• Approved December 16, 2020 meeting minutes (6-0)

City Council Meeting

The Lilburn City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting Ordinance No. 2021-562, which would expand the Zoning Board of Appeals' powers by incorporating the duties of the Board of Adjustments. The council will also vote on a supplemental intergovernmental agreement with Gwinnett County for 911 services, which would reimburse the city for eligible upgrade costs. Additionally, the council will approve the January 11, 2021 meeting minutes and hear public comment.

• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 2021-562 to amend Zoning Ordinance Article 10, Section 1005
• Vote on supplemental 911 services agreement with Gwinnett County
• Approval of January 11, 2021 council meeting minutes
• Public comment period
• Announcements: Mayor's Town Hall (Feb 15), Lilburchaun Parade (Mar 13), Cornhole League (Mar 18)

The Lilburn City Council held a public hearing and voted 4-0 to adopt Ordinance No. 2021-562, approving text amendments to the Zoning Ordinance Article 10, Section 1005 to expand the Zoning Board of Appeals' powers. The council also approved a supplemental 911 services agreement with Gwinnett County, allowing the city to be reimbursed for eligible upgrade costs. Both actions passed unanimously with 4-0 votes.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2021-562 approving Zoning Ordinance text amendments to expand Zoning Board of Appeals powers (4-0)
• Approved supplemental intergovernmental agreement for 911 services with Gwinnett County, authorizing Mayor to execute (4-0)
• Approved February 8, 2021 City Council agenda (4-0)
• Approved January 11, 2021 City Council meeting minutes (4-0)

City Council Work Session

The Lilburn City Council will hold a work session to discuss two agenda items: a proposed text amendment to the Zoning Ordinance (Ordinance No. 2021-562) that would expand the powers of the Zoning Board of Appeals, and a supplemental intergovernmental agreement with Gwinnett County for 911 services. A public hearing on the zoning amendment is scheduled, with capacity limited to 40 attendees due to social distancing.

• Ordinance No. 2021-562: Text amendments to Zoning Ordinance Article 10, Section 1005 to expand Zoning Board of Appeals powers
• Supplemental Intergovernmental Agreement for 911 services with Gwinnett County
• Public hearing on zoning amendments at 6:00 pm, Preston Room, City Hall
• Zoom access available for public comment from Preston Room

Planning Commission

The Lilburn Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a zoning ordinance text amendment to Article 10, Section 1005, which would expand the duties of the Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) to include former duties of the Board of Adjustments (BOA). The commission will also elect a chairperson and vice chairperson. The meeting will be held via teleconference due to COVID-19, with public participation available by phone.

• Public hearing on zoning text amendment to Article 10, Section 1005, expanding ZBA duties to include BOA duties
• Election of Planning Commission Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
• Approval of minutes from Special Called PC Meeting on October 8, 2020
• Meeting held via teleconference (phone: (770) 638-2238, access code: 0119579) due to COVID-19

The Lilburn Planning Commission elected Hugh Wilkerson as Chair and Joe Gennusa as Vice Chair for 2021, both by unanimous votes. The commission also approved zoning ordinance text amendments to Article 10, Section 1005, expanding the Zoning Board of Appeals' duties to incorporate former Board of Adjustments functions, with additional language suggested by Ken Stephenson. No public comments were received. The meeting was held via conference call due to COVID-19 emergency orders.

• Elected Hugh Wilkerson as Planning Commission Chairperson for 2021 (5-0)
• Elected Joe Gennusa as Vice Chair of Planning Commission for 2021 (5-0)
• Approved Zoning Ordinance Text Amendments to Article 10, Section 1005, expanding ZBA duties to include former BOA duties, with Stephenson's recommended language (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Lilburn Zoning Board of Appeals is holding a teleconference meeting to elect a new Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, and Secretary. The board will also approve the agenda and the minutes from the July 25, 2018 meeting. There is no old or new business on the agenda.

• Election of Board Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, and Secretary
• Approval of minutes from the July 25, 2018 ZBA meeting

The Zoning Board of Appeals met via conference call and conducted only procedural business. It elected Jon Stallsmith as Chair and John Calhoun as Vice-Chair, designated city staff as Secretary, and approved the agenda and minutes from July 25, 2018. No substantive decisions were made; there was no old or new business.

• Elected Jon Stallsmith as Board Chairperson (5-0)
• Elected John Calhoun as Vice-Chairperson (5-0)
• Designated city staff as Secretary (5-0)
• Approved January 27, 2021 agenda (5-0)
• Approved July 25, 2018 meeting minutes (5-0)

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will meet to appoint its 2021 Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Secretary. The board will also consider authorizing newspaper advertising for RFPs and purchasing landscaping services.

• Appointment of 2021 DDA Officers
• Authorization to purchase newspaper advertising for RFPs
• Approval to purchase landscaping services
• Financial Report for December 31, 2020
• Updates on DDA Property and development activities

City Council Meeting

The Lilburn City Council will hold its regular meeting on January 11, 2021, with no public hearings scheduled. The council will vote on annual appointments for boards and commissions, approve the 2021 municipal election schedule, and consider two ordinances: one to amend massage establishment regulations to comply with state law (HB 242) and another to revise the merit system ordinance and personnel policies. The meeting will be held via Zoom with limited in-person capacity due to COVID-19.

• Approval of 2021 Mayor and Council appointments, including Mayor Pro-Tem, City Attorney, Municipal Judges, and board members
• Resolution #2021-01 setting the 2021 General Municipal Election schedule and qualifying fees for Posts 3 and 4
• Ordinance No. 2021-560 to amend Article IV Massage Establishments to comply with HB 242, removing restrictions on location and fees
• Ordinance No. 2021-561 to revise the Merit System Ordinance, including expanding unclassified service to all new hires and deleting political activity section
• Approval of December 14, 2020 City Council meeting minutes

The Lilburn City Council met on December 14, 2020, and approved the consent agenda in a 4-0 vote. This included accepting additional CARES Act reimbursements, awarding a sidewalk construction contract to DAF Concrete, Inc., and approving an intergovernmental agreement with Gwinnett County for Tax Allocation District Number Two. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved consent agenda (4-0)
• Approved CARES Act fund reallocation and budget increase of $160,654.64
• Awarded sidewalk contract to DAF Concrete, Inc. for $253,645.75
• Approved IGA with Gwinnett County for TAD #2 with associated policies and appointments

City Council Work Session

The Lilburn City Council work session on January 11, 2021, will discuss appointments, the 2021 election schedule, and two ordinances: one amending massage establishment regulations to comply with HB 242, and another revising the Merit System Ordinance and personnel policies. No public hearings are scheduled, and no public comments were requested.

• Ordinance No. 2021-560: amend Article IV Massage Establishments to comply with HB 242
• Ordinance No. 2021-561: revise Article II of the Merit System Ordinance and Personnel Policies
• 2021 City of Lilburn General Municipal Election Schedule
• 2021 Mayor and Council Appointments