Lilburn public meetings in 2025

Planning Commission

The Lilburn Planning Commission will consider a text amendment to the development ordinance that adds visual detail for restoring cobblestone roads after street cuts. It will also review a Special Use Permit application from Mustangs LLC to operate an automotive and truck service center on 406 Pleasant Hill Rd, a 1.26‑acre parcel zoned Commercial Business. The meeting includes routine approvals of the agenda and minutes.

• Development Ordinance Text Amendment – Appendix B, Article 7, Sec. 7.5 (street cuts) to provide visual detail for cobblestone road restoration.
• Special Use Permit SUP-2025-04 – Mustangs LLC request for an automotive and truck service center at 406 Pleasant Hill Rd, 1.26‑acre, CB zoning.

The commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the November 20, 2025 meeting. It also approved text amendments to the Development Ordinance for cobblestone street‑cut restoration. Finally, the board approved Mustangs LLC’s Special Use Permit for an automotive and truck service center at 406 Pleasant Hill Rd, with revised conditions, again with all members voting in favor.

• Approved agenda (all voted for)
• Approved November 20, 2025 minutes (all voted for)
• Approved Development Ordinance text amendments for cobblestone street cuts (all voted for)
• Approved Special Use Permit for Mustangs LLC at 406 Pleasant Hill Rd with revised conditions (all voted for)
• Adjourned meeting (all voted for)

Downtown Development Authority

The Lilburn Downtown Development Authority will hold a work session and meeting to discuss development activities and financial reports. The body is deciding on an amendment to its bylaws and the payment of property taxes for DDA-owned land.

• Authorization to pay 2025 Gwinnett County and City of Lilburn property taxes for DDA-owned properties in the amount of $2,289.38
• Approval of Amendment No. 2 to DDA Bylaws
• Special presentation by Charles Wilkinson and team
• Update on Lilburn Community Improvement District and Lilburn Community Partnership

The board unanimously approved Amendment No. 2 to the DDA bylaws, adding language that the Chairman may serve as the official signatory on all formal documents. They also unanimously authorized a $2,289.38 payment for 2025 Gwinnett County and City of Lilburn property taxes on DDA‑owned properties. Additionally, the agenda and the October 15, 2025 meeting minutes were each approved without dissent.

• Approved Amendment No. 2 to DDA bylaws (4-0)
• Authorized payment of $2,289.38 property taxes (4-0)
• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved October 15, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)

City Council Work Session

The Lilburn City Council will hold a work session to discuss and potentially approve several items, including a contract with CIGNA for employee health, dental, and vision insurance at an estimated cost of $1,547,754, an ordinance to update the occupational tax code to match state law, and an ordinance to change the tree removal threshold from one acre to five acres. The council will also receive a presentation on the 2026 millage rate and hear announcements about upcoming meetings and holiday closures.

• Contract No. 2025-87 with CIGNA for health, dental, and vision insurance, estimated cost $1,547,754 (city portion $1,208,229)
• Ordinance No. 2025-661 amending Chapter 62 (Occupational Tax) to align with state law 40-1-116
• Ordinance 2025-662 amending Chapter 105, Section 307 (Trees) to change property size threshold from 1 acre to 5 acres
• Amendment No. 1 to Contract No. 78-2025 with GMEBS to allow 401 pension plans to purchase additional years of service
• 2026 Millage Rate presentation

During the work session, the council reviewed a presentation on a possible millage rate increase and considered four agenda items: an ordinance aligning city code with state tax law, an amendment to tree‑removal regulations, a health‑insurance contract with CIGNA, and an amendment to the city pension plan contract. The minutes do not record any motions, votes, or approvals for these items.

City Council Meeting

The Lilburn City Council will consider four consent agenda items, including a $1.55 million health insurance contract with CIGNA, two ordinance amendments, and a pension plan amendment. The meeting also includes recognition of a police captain and announcements about upcoming town hall and downtown development meetings.

• Contract No. 2025-87 with CIGNA for health, dental, vision insurance, estimated $1,547,754 total, city portion $1,208,229
• Ordinance 2025-661 amending occupational tax code to align with state law on motor carriers
• Ordinance 2025-662 amending tree code to require removal of unsightly trees on properties over 5 acres (up from 1 acre)
• Amendment No. 1 to Contract No. 78-2025 with GMEBS to allow 401 pension savings to purchase service years in new defined benefit plan
• Recognition of Cpt. Robert Worley

The council adopted two ordinance amendments, a health‑insurance contract for city employees, and a pension‑plan amendment. All four items passed unanimously with a 4‑0 vote. No other actions were taken.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2025-661 amending Chapter 62, Article II (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025-662 amending Chapter 105, Section 307 (4-0)
• Approved Contract No. 2025-87 with CIGNA for health, dental, and vision insurance (estimated total $1,547,754; city portion $1,208,229) (4-0)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 to Contract No. 78-2025 with GMEBS for defined benefit pension plan (4-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to discuss a variance request from Kittle Homes LLC. The applicant seeks to build five model homes for the Preserve Phase 3 on a 3.33+/- acre Mixed Use property.

• Variance request LV-2025-02 for 5 model homes at 327 Killian Hill Rd

Planning Commission

The Lilburn Planning Commission will consider a text amendment to the Development Ordinance. The amendment proposes adding visual detail to Appendix B, Article 7, Sec. 7.5 – Street Cuts for restoring cobblestone roads after utility installations. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Proposed amendment to Appendix B, Article 7, Sec. 7.5 – Street Cuts to add visual detail for cobblestone road restoration after utility cuts

The commission approved the meeting agenda and the draft minutes from the October 23, 2025 hearing. A staff‑recommended amendment to Appendix B, Article 7, Sec. 7.5 – Street Cuts, was motioned to be tabled and the motion passed with all members voting for it. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda (all voted for)
• Approved October 23, 2025 draft minutes (all voted for)
• Tabled Development Ordinance text amendment on cobblestone road repairs (all voted for)
• Adjourned meeting (all voted for)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a zoning change to allow a tire shop. They are also deciding on a contract for playground enhancements and an ordinance to transition city employees to a new retirement plan.

• Public hearing for a zoning change to allow a tire shop at 790 Indian Trail Lilburn Rd
• Contract No. 75-2025 with Playground Creations Company for Lilburn City Park upgrades not to exceed $322,517.00
• Ordinance No. 2025-660 to establish a GMEBS Defined Benefit Retirement Plan for city employees
• Review of October 2025 $50K plus and TAD2 payments

The council voted against Contract No. 75-2025 for a $322,517 playground enhancement, leaving the project unfunded. For the tire shop zoning change at 790 Indian Trail Road, council members agreed that existing noise and environmental regulations are sufficient and declined to add any new conditions. The retirement‑plan ordinance was discussed but no formal decision was recorded.

• Rejected Contract No. 75-2025 for playground enhancement (vote: no)
• Approved tire‑shop change‑in‑conditions without additional conditions
• No decision made on Ordinance No. 2025-660 establishing employee retirement plan

City Council Meeting

The council will consider a public hearing to modify zoning conditions for a tire shop at 790 Indian Trail Lilburn Rd. It will also vote on a contract up to $322,517 with Playground Creations to enhance Lilburn City Park playground, funded by the 2023 SPLOST. Additionally, the council will adopt Ordinance 2025‑660 establishing a new Defined Benefit retirement plan for city employees, effective Dec 1 2025.

• Approve Contract No. 75‑2025 with Playground Creations Company, up to $322,517 for Lilburn City Park playground upgrade (2023 SPLOST funding).
• Adopt Ordinance No. 2025‑660 to create a Defined Benefit retirement plan for city employees, effective Dec 1 2025.
• Public hearing to change conditions for a Special Use Permit allowing a tire shop at 790 Indian Trail Lilburn Rd (District 6, Land lot 160, Parcel 005).
• Announce City Hall and Library closures on Veterans Day (Nov 11 2025) and Thanksgiving (Nov 27‑28 2025).
• Schedule upcoming events: Mayor’s Town Hall (Nov 17 2025) and Holiday Lights and Flight Fest (Nov 22 2025).

The Lilburn City Council approved its agenda and the minutes from the September 29 and October 13 meetings. It approved a zoning change in conditions for a tire shop at 790 Indian Trail Road. The council denied Contract No. 75‑2025 for a playground upgrade and approved Ordinance No. 2025‑660 establishing a city employee retirement plan.

• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Approved September 29, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved October 13, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved change in conditions for 790 Indian Trail Road (3-0)
• Denied Contract No. 75-2025 for playground enhancement (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025-660 establishing retirement plan (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review an application to amend and combine conditions for a property at 790 Indian Trail Lilburn Rd. The request is submitted by 2429 Chamblee LLC and Mall Corners Goodyear LLC.

• CIC-2025-01: Application to amend and combine conditions of LRZ-82-86, LRZ-04-96, and SUP-2023-02 for 790 Indian Trail Lilburn Rd

The commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the September 25, 2025 minutes. It then approved the applicant’s request to amend and combine conditions for the parcel at 790 Indian Trail Lilburn Rd, adding a requirement for a parking‑lot striping plan before an Occupational Tax Certificate is issued. The meeting was adjourned after a unanimous vote.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved September 25, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved change in conditions for 790 Indian Trail Lilburn Rd with added parking‑lot striping condition (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Downtown Development Authority

The Lilburn Downtown Development Authority will consider and vote on several contracts and loan agreements, including a $2,690,000 site‑development contract for the First and Main assemblage, a $62,000 professional‑services contract for the 57 Railroad Avenue adaptive‑reuse project, and a loan to purchase 100 Main Street for $850,000 plus closing costs. Updates on DDA property, the Community Improvement District, and other development activities will also be discussed. The agenda includes a public comment period before adjournment.

• Approve Contract No. XX-2025 with Lewis Contracting Services, LLC for site development at First and Main – $2,690,000
• Approve Contract No. 74-2025 with Centric Architecture for 57 Railroad Avenue adaptive reuse – $62,000
• Approve Contract No. 68-2025 intergovernmental agreement for city loan to purchase 100 Main Street – $850,000 plus closing costs
• Approve Contract No. 76-2025 intergovernmental agreement for city loan for site development of the assemblage at First and Main
• Approve Change Order No. 3 to Contract No. 90-2023 for parking deck on Railroad Avenue – $0 net impact

The Downtown Development Authority approved the purchase of 100 Main Street for $850,000 plus closing costs and the loan agreements that will fund the purchase. It also approved the Intergovernmental Agreement and a $2,690,000 contract with Lewis Contracting Services for site development at First and Main. The $62,000 contract for the 57 Railroad Avenue adaptive‑reuse project was tabled until the next meeting.

• Approved purchase of 100 Main Street for $850,000 plus closing costs (5‑0)
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement (Contract No. 68‑2025) for loan to fund 100 Main Street purchase (5‑0)
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement (Contract No. 76‑2025) for loan for site development at First and Main (5‑0)
• Approved contract (Contract No. XX‑2025) with Lewis Contracting Services for First and Main site development, $2,690,000 (5‑0)
• Tabled contract (Contract No. 74‑2025) for professional services for 57 Railroad Avenue Adaptive Reuse Project, $62,000 (5‑0)
• Approved agenda (5‑0)
• Approved September 24, 2025 meeting minutes (4‑0, 1 abstention)

City Council Work Session

The Lilburn City Council will consider a contract for a $322,517 playground enhancement at Lilburn City Park and an amended FY24-25 budget reflecting GASB 87 compliance. The body will also hear a public hearing on a special use permit for bulk container storage and authorize a $2.69 million loan for downtown development.

• Approval of contract with Playground Creations for $322,517 for Lilburn City Park
• Approval of Ordinance 2025-658 to amend FY24-25 budget by $548,170
• Public Hearing on Special Use Permit for bulk container storage at 4295 Lilburn Industrial Way
• Approval of Resolution 2025-14 authorizing $2.69 million loan to Downtown Development Authority
• Approval of Ordinance 2025-654 designating City Hall as a park

The council authorized a $2,690,000 advance, including a $966,232 loan, to the Lilburn Downtown Development Authority for infrastructure at First and Main. It also approved a budget amendment to meet new GASB lease reporting rules and designated City Hall property as a public park. A resolution was adopted to move the city’s Georgia Fund 1 account from PNC to Truist, and the contract with Playground Creations was tabled. Motions to enter and exit executive session each passed 4‑0.

• Approved Resolution No. 2025‑14 authorizing $2,690,000 advance (including $966,232 loan) to Downtown Development Authority
• Approved Ordinance 2025‑658 amending FY 24‑25 budget for GASB lease rule compliance
• Approved Ordinance 2025‑654 designating City Hall property as a public park
• Approved Resolution No. 2025‑12 to change Georgia Fund 1 account from PNC to Truist
• Tabled Contract No. 75‑2025 with Playground Creations Company
• Motion to enter executive session passed 4‑0
• Motion to exit executive session passed 4‑0

City Council Meeting

The Lilburn City Council will vote on a $2.69 million advance, including a $966,232 loan, to fund the Downtown Development Authority’s First and Main assemblage site. Other agenda items include a special‑use permit for bulk container storage, zoning ordinance text changes, a $322,517 playground enhancement contract, and budget adjustments to the General and ARPA funds.

• Special Use Permit for bulk container storage at 4295 Lilburn Industrial Way (2.96‑acre IA‑zoned parcel).
• Contract No. 75‑2025 with Playground Creations Company to spend up to $322,517 on Lilburn City Park playground enhancements (SPLOST funded).
• Resolution No. 2025‑12 to amend the City’s Georgia Fund 1 account and move $231,611.10 interest to the General Fund.
• Ordinance No. 2025‑658 adjusting FY24‑25 General Fund revenue by $479,850 and ARPA Fund revenue by $68,320.
• Resolution No. 2025‑14 and Contract No. 76‑2025 advancing $2,690,000 (including $966,232 loan) to the Downtown Development Authority for the First and Main site.

The council voted to approve a $2,690,000 loan to the Lilburn Downtown Development Authority. It also approved several zoning and park-related measures, updated a city bank account, and tabled a playground contract for further study.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved September 8, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved amended Special Use Permit for bulk container storage (4-0)
• Approved zoning ordinance text amendments (4-0)
• Tabled Playground Contract No. 75‑2025 ($322,517) for further study (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025‑12 to update Georgia Fund 1 bank account (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2025‑654 to designate City Hall property as a park (4-0)
• Approved $2,690,000 loan to Downtown Development Authority (3-1)

City Council Meeting

The Lilburn City Council will consider Resolution 2025‑13 and its accompanying adoption agreement. The resolution would freeze the city’s participation in the Georgia Municipal Association, Inc. 401(A) defined contribution plan. The council will vote on adopting the resolution and agreement during this special called meeting.

• Adopt Resolution 2025‑13 and adoption agreement to freeze Lilburn’s participation in the Georgia Municipal Association, Inc. 401(A) defined contribution plan

The Lilburn City Council approved the meeting agenda with a 3-0 vote. It then adopted Resolution 2025-13, freezing the city's participation in the Georgia Municipal Association, Inc., also by a 3-0 vote. The meeting was adjourned at 6:08 PM.

• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-13 to freeze GMA participation (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Lilburn Planning Commission will review a Special Use Permit application from Souter Holdings LLC to allow bulk container storage on a 2.96‑acre industrial‑zoned parcel at 4295 Lilburn Industrial Way. The commission will also consider proposed amendments to the zoning ordinance text, affecting Appendix A, Article 6, and Article 14 to modify permitted uses and add definitions. No other agenda items require a decision.

• Special Use Permit request for bulk container storage at 4295 Lilburn Industrial Way (2.96 acres, IA zone)
• Proposed zoning ordinance text amendments to Appendix A, Article 6, and Article 14

The commission approved its agenda and the draft minutes from the January 23, 2025 meeting. The board voted to recommend approval of a Special Use Permit for Souter Holdings LLC to store bulk containers at 4295 Lilburn Industrial Way. It also voted to recommend approval of proposed zoning ordinance text amendments. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda (all voted for)
• Approved draft minutes (all voted for)
• Recommended approval of Special Use Permit for Souter Holdings LLC (all voted for)
• Recommended approval of zoning ordinance text amendments (all voted for)
• Adjourned meeting (all voted for)

Downtown Development Authority

The Lilburn Downtown Development Authority will consider three new business items: a $62,000 professional services contract with Centric Architecture for the 57 Railroad Avenue Adaptive Reuse Project, an intergovernmental agreement with the City of Lilburn, and the purchase of the property at 100 Main Street for $850,000 plus closing costs. The meeting also includes updates on financial reports, DDA property projects, and community improvement district activities.

• Approval of Contract No. 74-2025 for professional services on the 57 Railroad Avenue Adaptive Reuse Project with Centric Architecture ($62,000)
• Approval of Contract No. 68-2025, an Intergovernmental Agreement between the City of Lilburn and the DDA
• Approval to purchase 100 Main Street for $850,000 plus closing costs
• Approval of Contract No. 57-2025 easement agreement with Georgia Power for parcel R6135 222
• Approval of Contract No. 59-2025 Change Order extending the parking deck contract by $127,377

The board approved Change Order No. 3 to Contract No. 90‑2023 for the Railroad Avenue parking deck, resulting in a net‑zero financial impact, with the motion passing 5‑0. Motions to award a $62,000 professional services contract for the 57 Railroad Avenue Adaptive Reuse Project, to adopt Intergovernmental Agreement No. 68‑2025, and to purchase 100 Main Street for $850,000 were all tabled until the next meeting, each passing 5‑0. The agenda and minutes were approved (agenda 5‑0, minutes 4‑0 with one abstention), and the meeting was adjourned by a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved Change Order No. 3 to Contract 90‑2023 (parking deck) – 5‑0
• Tabled Contract No. 74‑2025 for 57 Railroad Ave adaptive reuse – 5‑0
• Tabled Intergovernmental Agreement No. 68‑2025 – 5‑0
• Tabled purchase of 100 Main Street for $850,000 plus closing costs – 5‑0
• Approved agenda – 5‑0
• Approved minutes (July 23, 2025) – 4‑0 (1 abstention)
• Approved adjournment – 5‑0

City Council Work Session

The City Council is reviewing a loan to the Downtown Development Authority for a commercial property purchase. The body is also considering updates to police traffic signage authority, tax billing dates, and a moratorium on drone hub permits.

• Resolution 2025-10: $850,000 loan to Downtown Development Authority to purchase 100 Main Street
• Resolution 2025-09: Setting property tax, streetlight, and solid waste billing for Oct 1 and collection for Dec 1, 2025
• Resolution 2025-11: Proposed six-month moratorium on building permits for commercial drone hubs/terminals
• Ordinance 2025-655: Expanding Chief of Police authority for traffic control signage, including truck routes and weight limits
• Ordinance 2025-653: Text amendment to alcohol licensing regulations for city property outside the Old Town Overlay District

City Council Meeting

The Lilburn City Council will decide on six items, including a $850,000 loan to the Downtown Development Authority for the purchase of 100 Main Street and a six-month moratorium on commercial drone hub permits. Other votes include ordinance amendments for police traffic signage authority and alcohol licensing rules in the Old Town Overlay District, as well as adjustments to property tax and utility fee billing dates.

• Approve $850,000 loan plus closing costs to Lilburn Downtown Development Authority for purchase of 100 Main Street (0.77-acre commercial tract)
• Impose six-month moratorium on commercial drone hub/terminal building permit applications
• Amend police authority to designate traffic control signage (truck routes, weight limits, no-parking zones)
• Adjust billing dates for Ad Valorem property taxes, streetlight assessments, and solid waste fees to Oct 1 (billing) and Dec 1 (due)
• Clarify alcohol licensing rules for city property outside Old Town Overlay District

The council approved six items on the consent agenda, all passing with a 4‑0 vote. This included authorizing an $850,000 loan plus closing costs for the Downtown Development Authority. The council also adopted an ordinance expanding the police chief’s traffic‑signage authority and imposed a six‑month moratorium on commercial drone hub permit applications. Additional approvals covered tax billing dates, an intergovernmental agreement, and amendments to alcohol‑beverage regulations in the Old Town Overlay District.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2025-655 expanding police chief authority for traffic signage (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-09 setting billing dates for property taxes, streetlights, and solid waste fees (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-10 authorizing $850,000 loan plus closing costs to Downtown Development Authority (4-0)
• Approved Contract No. 68-2025 and intergovernmental agreement with Downtown Development Authority (4-0)
• Approved text amendments to Chapter 6, Alcoholic Beverages regarding Old Town Overlay District (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-11 imposing a six‑month moratorium on commercial drone hub permit applications (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a rezoning application for approximately 9.44 acres on Arcado Rd. The applicant proposes changing the zoning from R-1 Low Density Residential to MU Mixed Use.

• RZ-2025-01: Proposed development of 104 residential condos and 24,000 +/- square feet of commercial space at 4541 and 4535 Arcado Rd

Downtown Development Authority

The Lilburn Downtown Development Authority will hold a special called meeting to review old business items including a financial report, property updates, and development activities. A special presentation by Drew Tull is scheduled, along with potential mayor comments.

City Council Work Session

The City Council will review contracts for road repairs and bridge enhancements. The body is also receiving financial reports for the 4th quarter of 2025 and June purchases.

• Contract No. 66-2025: $512,190.31 to Blount Construction Company Inc. for resurfacing various city streets
• Contract No. 63-2025: $200,000 agreement with GDOT for safety and aesthetic enhancements to the State Route 8 bridge over Jackson Creek
• Review of 4th Quarter 2025 Financial Report
• Review of June 2025 purchases exceeding $50,000
• Review of June 2025 purchases from Fund 270, Tax Allocation District

The council approved Contract No. 63‑2025, a $200,000 agreement with the Georgia Department of Transportation for safety and aesthetic work on the State Route 8 bridge over Jackson Creek. The council also approved Contract No. 66‑2025, a $512,190.31 street‑repair and resurfacing contract with Blount Construction Company, and authorized the City Manager to execute it. The council moved to an executive session, then later voted to end that session.

• Approved Contract No. 63‑2025 for $200,000 bridge safety and aesthetic enhancements
• Approved Contract No. 66‑2025 for $512,190.31 street repair and resurfacing
• Authorized City Manager to execute Contract No. 66‑2025
• Moved to executive session (motion by Hart, seconded by Powella)
• Ended executive session (motion by Batterton, seconded by Powell)

City Council Meeting

The Lilburn City Council will decide on two contracts: a $200,000 agreement with the Georgia Department of Transportation for safety and aesthetic enhancements to the State Route 9 bridge over Jackson Creek, and a $512,190.31 contract with Blount Construction Company Inc. for street repairs and resurfacing on multiple city streets. Both items are part of the consent agenda and will be enacted by one motion unless removed for separate discussion.

• Approval of Contract No. 63-2025: $200,000 for GDOT bridge enhancements on State Route 9 over Jackson Creek, funded by 2023 SPLOST
• Approval of Contract No. 66-2025: $512,190.31 for street repairs and resurfacing on Bowers Brook Court, Highview Way, Remington Court, Remington Drive, Harvard Drive, Reeder Lane, Oakleaf Court, Durham Ridge Drive, Sterling Oaks Drive, Sterling Oaks Court, Poplar Street, Lilburn School Road, John Carroll Road, and Poplar Street
• Funding for street repairs includes $455,169.20 in state grants (LMIG 2025, LRA 2025, LMIG 2024) and a $57,021.11 city match from the Capital Transportation Fund

The Lilburn City Council unanimously approved Contract No. 63‑2025, a $200,000 agreement with the Georgia Department of Transportation for safety and aesthetic work on the State Route 8 bridge over Jackson Creek. The council also approved Contract No. 66‑2025, a $512,190.31 street‑repair and resurfacing contract with Blount Construction Company, funded partly by the Capital Transportation Fund and state grants. Both motions passed with a 4‑0 vote. The council also approved the agenda and minutes for the July 14, 2025 meeting.

• Approved agenda for July 14, 2025 meeting (4-0)
• Approved July 14, 2025 executive session minutes (4-0)
• Approved July 14, 2025 council meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved Contract No. 63‑2025 for bridge work, $200,000 (4-0)
• Approved Contract No. 66‑2025 for street repair, $512,190.31 (4-0)

Downtown Development Authority

The Lilburn Downtown Development Authority will meet to vote on several contracts, including a change order for a parking deck and a research contract for property redevelopment. The body will also review easement agreements with Georgia Power and provide updates on development activities.

• Change Order No. 2 for New South Construction, Inc. increasing parking deck contract value by $127,377.00 and extending it by 21 days
• Contract with LFAM Development Partners, LLC for redevelopment research of 69 Main Street not to exceed $1,750.00
• Easement agreement with Georgia Power for parcel no. R6135 222
• Easement agreement with Georgia Power for parcel no. R6135 463

The Downtown Development Authority approved Contract No. 57-2025 and Contract No. 58-2025, granting Georgia Power easements on parcels R6135 222 and R6135 463. It also approved Contract No. 59-2025, a change order adding $127,377 and extending the parking deck contract by 21 days. Finally, Contract No. 60-2025 was approved for up to $1,750 to develop an RFP for redeveloping 69 Main Street. All motions passed unanimously (5-0).

• Approved Contract No. 57-2025 easement for Georgia Power on parcel R6135 222 (5-0)
• Approved Contract No. 58-2025 easement for Georgia Power on parcel R6135 463 (5-0)
• Approved Contract No. 59-2025 change order adding $127,377 and 21 days to parking deck contract (5-0)
• Approved Contract No. 60-2025 research contract up to $1,750 for 69 Main Street RFP (5-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council is meeting to decide on the 2025 millage rate and a new ordinance regarding aggressive solicitation. The body will also consider the appointment of a City Clerk and updates to the municipal election schedule.

• Resolution No. 2025-08 to adopt the 2025 millage rate
• Ordinance No. 2025-650 to regulate aggressive solicitation (Section 42-98)
• Appointment of Anja Peay as City Clerk
• Addendum No. 1 to Resolution No. 2025-01 regarding the 2025 Municipal Election Schedule

City Council Meeting

The City Council is deciding on the 2025 property tax millage rate and a new ordinance to regulate aggressive solicitation. The body is also considering the appointment of a new City Clerk and updates to the municipal election superintendent.

• Resolution No. 2025-08 to set the 2025 millage rate at 4.430 mills
• Ordinance No. 2025-650 to regulate aggressive solicitation within city limits
• Appointment of Anja Peay as City Clerk
• Addendum No. 1 to Resolution No. 2025-01 naming Anja Peay as Election Superintendent
• Recognition of Investigator Cody Belcher

The Lilburn City Council approved several items, all passing with a 3‑0 vote. They adopted the 2025 millage rate of 4.430 mills, approved an ordinance to regulate aggressive solicitation, and appointed Anja Peay as City Clerk and Election Superintendent. The council also approved an addendum to the 2025 municipal election schedule and appointed the City of Cole Porter to the Lilburn CID Board.

• Modified agenda to add Item 5 (Appointment of City to LCID) – passed 2‑0
• Approved amended agenda – passed 3‑0
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025-650 regulating aggressive solicitation – passed 3‑0
• Adopted 2025 millage rate of 4.430 mills – passed 3‑0
• Appointed Anja Peay as City Clerk – passed 3‑0
• Approved Addendum No.1 to Resolution 2025-01, replacing Joann Nguyen with Anja Peay as Election Superintendent – passed 3‑0
• Appointed City of Cole Porter to Lilburn CID Board – passed 3‑0

City Council Work Session

The City Council is meeting for a special-called work session. The agenda consists of procedural items and a period for idea sharing.

The council members present agreed to move forward with constructing a prototype swing using a donated metal glider and local business assistance. The city will encourage applications for the vacant LCID Board seat via its website. A vote on the proposed billboard changes is scheduled for the next council session. The Main Street property purchase option will be presented at the next work session.

• Proceed with building a prototype park swing/glider (agreement by most members)
• Encourage public applications for the vacant LCID Board seat
• Schedule a council vote on the billboard relocation/electronic swap proposal at the next session
• Plan to present the Main Street property purchase option at the next work session

Downtown Development Authority

The Lilburn Downtown Development Authority will hold a work session and meeting to discuss property and development updates. The board is considering the sale of DDA-owned property and the purchase of a domain name.

• Authorization to surplus DDA-owned property at 243 Main Street
• Approval to purchase domain name oldtownlilburn.com for up to $1,000
• Financial report for period ending May 31, 2025

The board voted 4-0 to authorize the surplus of the DDA‑owned property at 243 Main Street, allowing it to be sold to the highest bidder with demolition of the existing structure. They also voted 4-0 to approve an offer to purchase the domain name oldtownlilburn.com for up to $1,000. Both motions were adopted unanimously.

• Authorized surplus of 243 Main Street property (4-0)
• Approved purchase of domain name oldtownlilburn.com up to $1,000 (4-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will discuss the adoption of the FY 2025-2026 budget and a Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan. The session includes reviews of ordinances regarding aggressive solicitation and hookah/vape lounge language. Council will also consider a fee schedule and budget amendments for the current fiscal year.

• Ordinance No. 2025-649: FY 2025-2026 budget of $41,128,672
• Ordinance No. 2025-652: FY 2024-2025 budget amendment increasing General Fund revenue by $1,279,219
• Ordinance No. 2025-650: Regulation of aggressive solicitation within city limits
• Ordinance No. 2025-651: Language clarification for Hookah/Vape Bars or Lounges
• Resolution No. 2025-07: FY 2025-2026 city fee schedule

City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider adopting the FY 2025-2026 budget and a five-year capital improvement plan. The meeting includes votes on city ordinances regarding solicitation and vape lounges, as well as a new fee schedule.

• Ordinance No. 2025-649: FY 2025-2026 budget of $41,128,672 and Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan
• Ordinance No. 2025-652: Amend FY 2024-2025 budget to increase General Fund revenue by $1,279,219
• Ordinance No. 2025-650: Regulate aggressive solicitation within city limits
• Ordinance No. 2025-651: Clarify language for Hookah/Vape Bar or Lounge
• Resolution No. 2025-07: Establish the FY 2025-2026 fee schedule

The council approved its agenda and then took several actions. It tabled Ordinance 2025-650 on aggressive solicitation until the July meeting. It approved Ordinance 2025-651 (hookah/vape bar language), adopted the FY 2025-2026 budget of $41,128,672 with a five‑year capital plan, amended the FY 2024-2025 budget increasing revenue by $1,279,219 to $46,033,903, set the FY 2025-2026 fee schedule, and approved a contract for election equipment with Gwinnett County.

• Approved meeting agenda (3-0)
• Tabled Ordinance No. 2025-650 (aggressive solicitation) until July (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025-651 (hookah/vape bar language) (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025-649 adopting FY 2025-2026 budget $41,128,672 and five‑year capital plan (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025-652 amending FY 2024-2025 budget, increasing revenue $1,279,219, total $46,033,903 (3-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-07 establishing FY 2025-2026 fee schedule (3-0)
• Approved Contract No. 42-2025 with Gwinnett County Board of Voter Registrations and Elections for election equipment (3-0)

Downtown Development Authority

The Lilburn Downtown Development Authority is meeting to approve a change order and funding for a public/private parking deck on Railroad Avenue. The body will also consider a temporary easement for construction storage at 57 Railroad Avenue.

• Change Order No. 1 to Contract No. 90-2023 with New South Construction, Inc. for a parking deck on Railroad Avenue
• Contract No. 41-2025: Allocation of up to $500,000 in stormwater user fees for the Railroad Avenue parking deck
• Contract No. 42-2025: Temporary easement for New South Construction, LLC at 57 Railroad Avenue
• Updates on property assemblage at First and Main, 57 Railroad Ave, and 243 Main Street

The Lilburn Downtown Development Authority board approved three items, each by a 5-0 vote. Change Order No. 1 to Contract No. 90‑2023 for a public‑private parking deck was approved. An intergovernmental agreement (Contract No. 41‑2025) allocating up to $500,000 in stormwater user fees to fund the change order was approved. A temporary easement (Contract No. 42‑2025) allowing New South Construction to use 57 Railroad Avenue for storage and a trailer was also approved.

• Approved Change Order No. 1 to Contract No. 90‑2023 for parking deck (5‑0)
• Approved Contract No. 41‑2025 allocating up to $500,000 stormwater fees (5‑0)
• Approved Contract No. 42‑2025 temporary easement for material storage and trailer (5‑0)

City Council Meeting

The City Council is meeting to consider an intergovernmental agreement with the Lilburn Downtown Development Authority. The proposal involves advancing stormwater user fees to fund a change order for a parking deck project.

• Approval of Contract No. 41-2025 to advance up to $500,000 in stormwater user fees
• Funding for Change Order No. 1 to Contract No. 90-2023 for a public/private parking deck on Railroad Avenue

The council approved Contract No. 41-2025, which allows up to $500,000 in stormwater user‑fee funding to support a change order for the parking deck project on Railroad Avenue. The motion passed with a 3‑1 vote; Councilmember Christina van Maanen abstained, citing lack of prior information about the additional stormwater work.

• Approved Contract No. 41-2025 for up to $500,000 stormwater work (3-1, 1 abstention)

City Council Work Session

The Lilburn City Council will hold public hearings on the proposed FY 2025-2026 budget and on text amendments to the Old Town Overlay District. They will also consider ordinances regulating aggressive solicitation, a lease amendment with Hewlett Packard Enterprise ($111,277.74/year for five years), a contract for community garden improvements ($178,735), and the appointment of a solicitor. A proclamation for National Police Week is also on the agenda.

• Public hearing on FY 2025-2026 proposed operating budget and capital improvement plan
• Public hearing on Ordinance 2025-648, text amendments to Old Town Overlay District design guidelines
• Ordinance 2025-650 to regulate aggressive solicitation within city limits
• Contract 24-2025 with Hewlett Packard Enterprise: lease amendment at $111,277.74/year for five years
• Contract 25-2025 with Atlanta Landscape Group: $178,735 for Lilburn Community Garden improvements

City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold public hearings on proposed text amendments to the Old Town Overlay District and on the FY 2025-2026 budget. The council is also set to vote on ordinances regulating aggressive solicitation, approve contracts for a Hewlett Packard Enterprise lease amendment ($111,277.74/year for 5 years) and community garden improvements ($178,735), and appoint a city solicitor.

• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 2025-648: text amendments to Old Town Overlay District design guidelines
• Public hearing on proposed FY 2025-2026 operating budget and FY 2025-2030 capital improvement plan
• Ordinance No. 2025-650 to regulate aggressive solicitation within city limits
• Contract No. 24-2025 with Hewlett Packard Enterprise, lease amendment at $111,277.74/year for 5 years
• Contract No. 25-2025 with Atlanta Landscape Group for Lilburn Community Garden improvements, $178,735

The council adopted Ordinance No. 2025-648, updating design guidelines for the Old Town Overlay District, with a 4‑0 vote. A motion to table Ordinance No. 2025-650 on aggressive solicitation was also passed 4‑0. The council approved two contracts—one with Hewlett Packard Enterprise for $111,277.74 annually over five years, and another with Atlanta Landscape Group for $178,735 to improve the community garden—each approved 4‑0. Bryan Brown was sworn in as Assistant Solicitor.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025-648 (Old Town Overlay District amendments) – 4-0
• Tabled Ordinance No. 2025-650 (aggressive solicitation regulation) – 4-0
• Approved Contract No. 24-2025 with Hewlett Packard Enterprise, $111,277.74 per year for five years – 4-0
• Approved Contract No. 25-2025 with Atlanta Landscape Group, $178,735 for community garden improvements – 4-0
• Sworn in Bryan Brown as Assistant Solicitor – oath administered
• Approved April 14, 2025 draft minutes – 4-0
• Approved May 12, 2025 agenda – 4-0
• Approved public hearing for FY 2025‑2026 budget (no comments received) – 4-0

City Council Work Session

At this work session, the Lilburn City Council will discuss current revenue sources, the need to increase levels of service in priority areas, the cost of needed resources, and funding options to determine a path forward. No votes or formal decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-oriented session.

• Review of current revenue sources available for operations
• Discussion of increasing service levels in priority areas
• Exploration of costs for needed resources
• Evaluation of funding options and next steps

The Lilburn City Council work session reviewed the city’s vision, five priority areas, and a proposed 2025‑2026 budget with no tax increase. Staff and service needs were examined, including plans to hire two police officers this year and two next year and to consider a new communications position. Economic development and capital‑improvement strategies were outlined, but no final actions or votes were recorded.

Planning Commission

The Lilburn Planning Commission will consider proposed text amendments to the Old Town (OT) Overlay District's architectural and site design standards. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and other routine business.

• Zoning ordinance text amendments to Appendix A, Article 5, Section 502 – Old Town Overlay District to revise Architectural and Site Design Standards

Downtown Development Authority

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific items for decision or discussion are listed.

City Council Work Session

The Lilburn City Council will hold a work session including a presentation on draft design guidelines for the Old Town Overlay District, review of the 3rd quarter financial report, and three public hearings. Key items include a special use permit for an auto and truck service center at 4450 Lawrenceville Hwy, text amendments to temporary use regulations, and the kickoff of the 2025 Comprehensive Plan. Also on the agenda are approval of an ordinance clarifying alcohol hearing language and appointment of city solicitors.

• Public hearing for Special Use Permit SUP-2025-01 for auto/truck service center at 4450 Lawrenceville Hwy
• Presentation of draft design guidelines for Old Town Overlay District by Sizemore Group
• 3rd Quarter 2025 Financial Report and one-time purchases over $50,000
• Public hearing on text amendments to Appendix A, Article 7, Section 731 – Temporary Uses
• Public hearing announcing commencement of 2025 Lilburn Comprehensive Plan

City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider a special use permit for an auto service center and amendments to temporary use regulations. The body will also announce the start of the 2025 Lilburn Comprehensive Plan efforts and vote on alcohol hearing language and solicitor appointments.

• Public hearing for Special Use Permit SUP-2025-01 for an Auto and Truck Service Center at 4450 Lawrenceville Hwy
• Public hearing for text amendments to Appendix A, Article 7, Section 731 regarding Temporary Uses
• Public hearing to announce the commencement of the 2025 Lilburn Comprehensive Plan
• Approval of Ordinance No. 2025-646 to clarify language for Alcohol Hearings
• Approval of Appointment of Solicitor(s) for the City of Lilburn

The Lilburn City Council approved a Special Use Permit for an auto and truck service center at 4450 Lawrenceville Highway, adding twelve staff‑recommended conditions. The council also adopted a text amendment to allow two temporary outdoor events per property each year, approved an ordinance clarifying alcohol hearing appeals, and confirmed the appointment of two city solicitors. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved Special Use Permit SUP-2025-01 for 4450 Lawrenceville Highway with conditions (4-0)
• Approved amendment to Article 7, Section 731 to permit two temporary outdoor events per year (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025-646 clarifying alcohol hearing appeal process (4-0)
• Approved appointment of solicitors Kelsey Wiley and Laura Mayfield (4-0)
• Approved agenda for the April 14, 2025 meeting (4-0)
• Approved February 10, 2025 Executive Session minutes (4-0)
• Approved February 24, 2025 Special Called meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved March 10, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Lilburn Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider text amendments to the zoning ordinance regarding temporary uses for carnivals and circuses. The proposed changes would modify the duration and frequency requirements for such events. The meeting will also include approval of minutes from the previous meeting.

• Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment to Appendix A, Article 7, Section 731 – Temporary Uses to amend duration and frequency requirements for carnivals and circuses

The Planning Commission met on March 27, 2025 at Lilburn City Hall. After approving the agenda and minutes, the commission approved proposed amendments to Appendix A, Article 7, Section 731 to change the duration and frequency requirements for carnivals and circuses as temporary uses. No board or public comments were received. The meeting was adjourned at 7:33 PM.

• Approved agenda (motion passed, all for)
• Approved minutes of February 27, 2025 meeting (motion passed, all voted for)
• Approved zoning ordinance text amendments to Appendix A, Article 7, Section 731 (motion passed)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed, all voted for)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold public hearings on two special use permits for auto and truck service centers and text amendments for the Old Town Overlay District. The body is also deciding on a 63-day moratorium for commercial building permits in Old Town and a contract for a future land use map.

• Resolution No. 2025-05: 63-day moratorium on commercial building permits in Old Town Overlay District
• SUP-2025-01: Special Use Permit for Auto and Truck Service Center at 4450 Lawrenceville Hwy
• SUP-2025-02: Special Use Permit for Auto and Truck Service Center at 4485 Lilburn Industrial Way
• Contract No. 9-2025: Agreement with Lilburn Community Improvement District for a future land use map and Unified Development Ordinance
• Resolution No. 2025-06: Establishing Mayor and Council priorities and goals for 2025-2030

City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold public hearings on two special use permits for auto and truck service centers and text amendments for the Old Town Overlay District. The body is also deciding on a commercial building permit moratorium and a contract for a future land use map.

• Resolution No. 2025-05: 63-day moratorium on commercial building permits in Old Town Overlay District
• SUP-2025-01: Special Use Permit for Auto and Truck Service Center at 4450 Lawrenceville Hwy
• SUP-2025-02: Special Use Permit for Auto and Truck Service Center at 4485 Lilburn Industrial Way
• Contract No. 9-2025: Agreement with Lilburn Community Improvement District for a future land use map and Unified Development Ordinance
• Resolution No. 2025-06: Establishing Mayor and Council priorities and goals for 2025-2030

The Lilburn City Council approved a 63-day moratorium on commercial building permits in the Old Town Overlay District, a 5-year special use permit for container storage, and a contract with the Lilburn CID for a Unified Development Ordinance. It also tabled a special use permit for an auto service center and approved a resolution setting 2025-2030 priorities.

• Approved Resolution 2025-05 imposing 63-day moratorium on commercial building permits in Old Town Overlay District (4-0)
• Approved SUP-2025-02 for container storage at 4485 Lilburn Industrial Way with conditions (4-0)
• Approved Contract 09-2025 with Lilburn CID for Unified Development Ordinance (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-06 establishing 2025-2030 priorities (4-0)
• Tabled SUP-2025-01 for auto service center at 4450 Lawrenceville Hwy until April meeting (4-0)
• Withdrew text amendments to Appendix A, Article 5, Section 502 (4-0)
• Approved consent minutes for Feb 3, Feb 10, and Feb 24 meetings; tabled Feb 24 special meeting minutes (4-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Lilburn Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a special called meeting to consider a single item: a variance application (LV-2025-01) from Aztlan Engineering LLC on behalf of Iglesia Casa de Oracion Shalom. The applicant seeks to reduce the required parking spaces from 50 to 25 for a new 4,985-square-foot church on a 0.82-acre property zoned CB (Commercial Business) in District 6 (Land Lot 147, Parcel 032). This hearing was originally scheduled for January 22, 2025, but was canceled due to inclement weather. The board will also approve minutes from the August 24, 2024 meeting and handle other procedural matters.

• Variance request to reduce required parking from 50 to 25 spaces for a new church (LV-2025-01)
• Property is 0.82 acres zoned CB at District 6, Land Lot 147, Parcel 032
• Hearing was originally set for January 22, 2025, but canceled due to weather
• Approval of draft minutes from August 24, 2024 ZBA meeting

City Council Work Session

The Lilburn City Council will hold a special-called work session to discuss city-wide priorities, goals, and strategies. No formal votes or specific proposals are listed; the session is purely a discussion among council members. The meeting runs from 8:30 AM to noon in the Preston Room at City Hall.

• Discussion of City-wide Priorities, Goals, and Strategies (no specific proposals or dollar amounts listed)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a Special Use Permit for bulk container storage at 4485 Lilburn Industrial Way. The body will also discuss proposed text amendments to the architectural standards of the Old Town Overlay District.

• SUP-2025-02: Special Use Permit request by Atlantic Trailer Leasing and Sales for bulk container storage at 4485 Lilburn Industrial Way (3.21+/- acres)
• Proposed text amendments to Appendix A, Article 5, Section 502 regarding Old Town (OT) Overlay District Architectural Standards

City Council Meeting

The Lilburn City Council will consider a resolution supporting local legislation to amend a 1990 act that provides homestead exemptions from city ad valorem taxes for certain residents. The meeting includes procedural items such as approval of minutes and a public hearing.

• Resolution No. 2025-04 supporting amendments to homestead exemptions from City of Lilburn ad valorem taxes

The Lilburn City Council approved Resolution No. 2025-04 supporting local legislation to amend the homestead exemption for city ad valorem taxes. An amendment to increase the disabled exemption from $10,000 to $50,000 was initially passed but later reconsidered and disapproved, and the original resolution was approved as proposed. The meeting was procedural with no other substantive decisions.

• Approved agenda for Feb 24, 2025 (3-0)
• Tabled approval of Feb 10, 2025 minutes until March 10, 2025 (3-0)
• Approved amendment to increase disabled homestead exemption to $50,000 (3-0)
• Reconsidered and disapproved the amendment (2-1)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-04 supporting homestead exemption legislation (3-0)

Downtown Development Authority

The Lilburn Downtown Development Authority will consider a resolution regarding revenue bonds and a development agreement amendment. The body will also review a purchase option agreement for a property at 100 Main Street.

• Resolution No. 2025-03: Fourth amendment to development agreement and final pricing for revenue bonds
• Contract No. 7-2025: Purchase option for 100 Main Street (PIN 6135 285) with Lilburn Main, LLC

The Lilburn Downtown Development Authority approved Resolution No. 2025-03, authorizing a fourth amendment to the development agreement and final pricing terms for two revenue bonds for the parking deck, after the closing with RangeWater was delayed and interest rates increased. The DDA also approved Contract No. 7-2025, updating the purchase option for 100 Main Street, and agreed to participate in America Recycles Day. All motions passed 5-0.

• Approved Resolution No. 2025-03 for amended development agreement and bond terms (5-0)
• Approved Contract No. 7-2025 for purchase option on 100 Main Street (5-0)
• Approved DDA participation in America Recycles Day (5-0)
• Approved meeting agenda with added item (5-0)
• Approved January 15, 2025 minutes (5-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a special use permit for an auto and truck service center. The body will also consider resolutions regarding homestead exemptions and downtown development bonds.

• Public hearing for SUP-2025-01: Special Use Permit for an Auto and Truck Service Center at 4450 Lawrenceville Hwy
• Resolution No. 2025-02: Opting out of the statewide adjusted base year ad valorem homestead exemption
• Resolution No. 2025-03: Fourth amendment to a development agreement and final pricing terms for revenue bonds issued by the Lilburn Downtown Development Authority
• Review of one-time purchases exceeding $50,000 for January 2025
• Review of purchases from Fund 235, Tax Allocation District, for January 2025

City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a special use permit for an auto and truck service center. The body will also consider resolutions concerning homestead exemptions and downtown development bonds.

• Public hearing for SUP-2025-01: Special Use Permit for Auto and Truck Service Center at 4450 Lawrenceville Hwy
• Resolution No. 2025-02: Opting out of the statewide adjusted base year ad valorem homestead exemption
• Resolution No. 2025-03: Fourth amendment to development agreement and revenue bond pricing for the Lilburn Downtown Development Authority

The Lilburn City Council voted 3-1 to approve Resolution 2025-02, opting out of the statewide adjusted base year ad valorem homestead exemption. The city plans to pursue local legislation to cap property tax increases at 8% and increase the senior exemption from $10,000 to $50,000. The council also approved a resolution related to revenue bonds for the Downtown Development Authority, and tabled a special use permit for an auto service center until March.

• Approved Resolution 2025-02 to opt out of statewide homestead exemption (3-1)
• Approved Resolution 2025-03 for DDA revenue bonds and development agreement amendment (3-1)
• Tabled SUP-2025-01 for auto service center at 4450 Lawrenceville Hwy until March meeting (4-0)
• Approved January 13, 2025 executive session minutes (4-0)
• Approved January 13, 2025 meeting draft minutes (4-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a special use permit requested by RJV Corp. to allow auto-related uses on a 3.05-acre property at 4450 Lawrenceville Highway, zoned CB and within the U.S. 29 Overlay District. The permit would legalize current existing uses on the site. The meeting will also include approval of previous minutes and other routine business.

• SUP-2025-01: Special use permit for auto-related uses at 4450 Lawrenceville Highway (3.05 acres, CB zoning, U.S. 29 Overlay District)

Downtown Development Authority

The Lilburn Downtown Development Authority will hold a brief meeting to elect its 2025 officers (chairperson, vice chairperson, and secretary). The agenda is otherwise procedural with no rezonings, contracts, or public hearings scheduled.

• Appoint 2025 DDA Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, and Secretary

The Lilburn Downtown Development Authority held its January 15, 2025 work session and regular meeting. The board approved the agenda and prior meeting minutes, and unanimously appointed Elmer Nash as Chairman, Hugh Wilkerson as Vice Chairman, and Jenny Simpkins as Secretary for 2025. The DDA also reported that the closing for the public/private partnership with RangeWater for luxury apartments and a parking deck on Railroad Avenue is now set for February 21, 2025, after two delays. No public comments were received.

• Appointed Elmer Nash as Chairman, Hugh Wilkerson as Vice Chairman, Jenny Simpkins as Secretary for 2025 (6-0)
• Approved agenda for January 15, 2025 (6-0)
• Approved DDA meeting minutes from December 18, 2024 (5-0, Valdez-Barker abstained)
• Approved DDA executive session minutes from December 18, 2024 (5-0, Valdez-Barker abstained)
• Entered executive session to discuss property (6-0)
• Exited executive session (6-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council is meeting to discuss 2025 appointments for city officials and boards, the municipal election schedule, and various local ordinances. The session includes reviews of financial reports and a proposed property donation.

• Approval of 2025 Mayor and Council appointments for city attorney, judges, and boards
• Resolution No. 2025-01 regarding the 2025 General Municipal Election Schedule and qualifying fees
• Acceptance of a donation of 18.616 acres of property valued at $34,200
• Contract No. 75-2024: A 5-year lease with the Lilburn Community Garden
• Amendment No. 2 to Resolution No. 2024-05 regarding the FY24-25 fee schedule

City Council Meeting

The Lilburn City Council will consider approval of annual appointments for 2025, a 5-year lease with the Lilburn Community Garden, and several ordinance amendments. Key items include a resolution for the 2025 general municipal election schedule, an ordinance amending regulations on amusement devices, an ordinance addressing vape-related offenses, and acceptance of an 18.616-acre property donation valued at $34,200. The meeting also includes a proclamation honoring Eddie Price and approval of previous minutes.

• Accept donation of 18.616 acres (parcel 6149 073) from James Mason et al., valued at $34,200
• Approve 2025 Mayor and Council appointments for Mayor Pro-Tem, City Attorney, judges, and boards
• Approve 5-year lease Contract No. 75-2024 with the Lilburn Community Garden
• Ordinance No. 2025-641 amending Chapter 14 on mechanical/coin-operated amusement devices
• Ordinance No. 2025-642 amending Chapter 42-20 on vape-related offenses

The Lilburn City Council approved all seven agenda items unanimously (4-0), including the 2025 appointments, a 5-year lease with the Lilburn Community Garden, the 2025 election schedule, amendments to amusement device and vape ordinances, a fee schedule amendment, and acceptance of an 18.616-acre land donation. The meeting also included an executive session on real estate and a proclamation honoring Eddie Price.

• Approved 2025 Mayor and Council appointments (4-0)
• Approved 5-year lease with Lilburn Community Garden (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-01 for 2025 election schedule and qualifying fees (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2025-641 amending amusement device regulations (4-0)
• Approved Amendment 2 to Resolution 2024-05 fee schedule (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2025-642 amending vape-related offenses (4-0)
• Accepted donation of 18.616 acres from James Mason et al. (4-0)