Thomaston public meetings in 2024

City Council

The Thomaston City Council will hold a public hearing and official vote on a variance request for parcel T23 204 behind 220 E Lee Street, proposed by Southern Venture Partners, LLC. The variance would permit a parking lot, reduced minimum apartment square footage, and apartments on the ground floor with commercial use in a church building. The council will also discuss and potentially adopt a municipal towing ordinance and an alcohol tasting ordinance, and consider appointments for municipal judge and solicitor.

• Public hearing and vote on variance for parcel T23 204 (behind 220 E Lee Street) for parking, apartment size, and ground-floor commercial use
• Discussion and potential adoption of Municipal Towing Ordinance
• Discussion and potential adoption of Alcohol Tasting Ordinance
• Discussion and potential vote on the Joint Projects Budget
• Announcement of Childcare Access and Nutrition Systems (CANS) Grant Award

The Thomaston City Council unanimously approved a variance for Southern Venture Partners to redevelop the former R.E. Lee Math Building at 220 E Lee St, contingent on tax credits and a parking lease. The council also awarded an IT contract, appointed a municipal judge and solicitor, and set the city clerk's salary. Several items, including a towing ordinance and joint projects budget, were discussed but no action was taken.

• Approved variance for Lee Building redevelopment (unanimous)
• Awarded IT bid to Flint River Technology Services (unanimous)
• Appointed Robert Morton as 2025 Municipal Judge (unanimous)
• Appointed Mark Irvin as 2025 Municipal Solicitor (unanimous)
• Reappointed Angie McGill to DDA Board (unanimous)
• Reappointed Chase Fallin to IDA Board (unanimous)
• Set City Clerk's compensation to $85,562.50 (3-1)
• Approved minutes and agenda (unanimous)

Downtown Development Authority (DDA)

The DDA will decide on executive board elections and adoption of the 2025 meeting calendar. They will also receive updates on city events, the Fire Station RFP, and a USDA grant. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and an executive session.

• DDA Executive Board elections
• DDA 2025 Calendar adoption
• Fire Station RFP update
• USDA Grant update
• Christmas Lane Market (12/7) and Christmas Parade (12/21) events

City Council

The City Council is holding a budget work session to discuss the upcoming budget. This is the third of three scheduled work sessions. No specific proposals or votes are on the agenda.

• Budget work session on Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.
• Meeting in City Manager's Conference Room at 106 E Lee Street

City Council

The Thomaston City Council will consider and potentially vote on the Fiscal Year 2025 budget and hold second readings on special use permits for towing services at 105 Yamaha Parkway and 904 North Hightower. Other business includes zoning ordinance amendments, a Downtown Development Authority appointment, an ordinance on commercial dumpster costs, and a language access plan resolution. An executive session is scheduled for litigation, personnel, and real estate discussions.

• Discussion and potential vote on FY2025 budget
• Second read and vote on special use permit for towing at 105 Yamaha Parkway (JMF Towing & Recovery LLC)
• Second read and vote on special use permit for towing at 904 North Hightower (Charles and Amy Harris)
• Second read and vote on city zoning ordinance amendments and map update
• Discussion and potential ordinance adoption for commercial dumpster costs

Historic Preservation Commission (HPC)

The Thomaston Historic Preservation Commission will meet to discuss a Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) for 519 N. Center Street (Suite D), hold 2025 board elections, adopt the 2025 meeting calendar, receive a bicentennial update, and review design guidelines. Other business includes the Christmas Lane Market (12/7) and Christmas Parade (12/21).

• COA #1: 519 N. Center Street (Suite D)
• 2025 Board Elections
• 2025 HPC Meeting Calendar Adoption
• Bicentennial Update
• Design Guidelines Update

City Council

The Thomaston City Council and Upson County Board of Commissioners are holding a joint meeting to discuss and approve the 2025 Joint Projects Budget. The meeting includes only this new business item and adjournment.

• Discussion and approval of the 2025 Joint Projects Budget

Downtown Development Authority (DDA)

The Downtown Development Authority will decide on a facade grant request for 216 Railroad Street (Maple Mills) and discuss an invoice (COT2401). The board will also receive updates on a fire station RFP, a national registry update, a downtown Perry site visit, and a USDA grant. City events including the Christmas Lane Market and Christmas Parade are noted.

• Facade grant request for 216 Railroad Street (Maple Mills)
• Invoice COT2401 discussion
• Fire Station RFP update
• USDA Grant discussion
• National Registry update

City Council

The Thomaston City Council will hold second public hearings on special use permits for two towing and wrecker service locations, the FY2025 budget, and an amended zoning ordinance and map update. Other discussion items include the downtown hotel project, commercial dumpster costs, and authorization of a police department vehicle expenditure. The agenda also includes executive sessions for potential litigation, personnel, and real estate.

• Second public hearing for special use permit at 105 Yamaha Parkway (parcels 057 007 and 057 009A) for motor vehicle towing and wrecker services by JMF Towing & Recovery LLC
• Second public hearing for special use permit at 904 North Hightower (parcel T30 076) for towing services requested by property owners Charles and Amy Harris
• Second public hearing for the Fiscal Year 2025 budget
• Discussion on the downtown hotel project and financial update
• Discussion and potential authorization of police department vehicle expenditure

City Council

The Thomaston Mayor and City Council will hold a work session budget meeting to discuss the proposed 2025 budget. The agenda includes only the budget discussion and general other business. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only session.

• Discussion of the 2025 City Budget

City Council

The Thomaston City Council will hold the first public hearing for the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget, hear a presentation on the downtown hotel project, and consider appointments to the Downtown Development Authority Board. Other action items include a bid award for pickleball courts, discussion of the Martha Mills property at 325 E Goodrich Ave, and potential compensation for hurricane response.

• First public hearing for Fiscal Year 2025 Budget
• Presentation on Downtown Hotel Project and financial update by Ed Wall
• Discussion and potential appointment to Downtown Development Authority Board
• Discussion and potential action on Pickleball Court Bid Award
• Discussion and potential action on Hurricane Compensation Pay

Historic Preservation Commission (HPC)

The Thomaston Historic Preservation Commission will meet to decide on a Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) for 216 Railroad Street (Maple Mills). They will also receive updates on the city's bicentennial, design guidelines, and downtown historic district matters.

• COA #1: 216 Railroad Street (Maple Mills)
• Bicentennial Update
• Design Guidelines Update
• Downtown National Registry Update – ZBA 11/14
• Christmas Lane Market – 12/7 and Christmas Parade – 12/21 discussion

City Council

This is a procedural notice announcing three budget work session meetings. One session originally set for October 25 has been cancelled and rescheduled to November 5 at 5:30 pm; the remaining sessions are November 1 at 9:30 am and December 3 at 5:30 pm. No substantive items for discussion or decision are listed.

• Cancelled October 25 work session rescheduled to November 5 at 5:30 pm
• November 1 work session at 9:30 am
• December 3 work session at 5:30 pm
• All meetings in City Manager's Conference Room, Thomaston-Upson Government Complex

City Council

The Thomaston City Council is holding a special called meeting to discuss the FY2025 city budget, consider authorizing a professional services agreement for a CDBG grant (FY2024 #24p-x-145-2-6377), and discuss the tax assessor's office with the chief appraiser. The council may also take action on a Joint Planning Commission agreement.

• Discussion with Chief Appraiser of Tax Assessor's Office
• Discussion and potential authorization of Allen Smith Consulting Professional Services Agreement for CDBG FY2024 #24p-x-145-2-6377
• Discussion and potential action on Joint Planning Commission Agreement
• Discussion of FY2025 City Budget

City Council

The City of Thomaston is holding a budget work session on October 25, 2024. This is the first of three scheduled sessions to discuss the city budget.

• Budget work session on October 25, 2024, at 9:30 a.m.

Downtown Development Authority (DDA)

The Thomaston Downtown Development Authority will meet to approve minutes and financials, discuss facade grant reimbursements for two businesses and a new grant request, and receive updates on city events, a fire station RFP, and a national registry item. The board will also hold an executive session.

• 110 N. Center Street – Alivana's Cigar Lounge (facade grant reimbursement)
• 112 N. Center Street – Jenny's Chop Shop (facade grant reimbursement)
• 101 N. Green Street – Thomaston Chiropractic (facade grant request)
• Fire Station RFP update
• National Registry Update – ZBA meeting on 11/14

Zoning Commission

The Zoning Commission will consider two special use permit requests for motor vehicle towing and wrecker services. The body will also discuss the potential adoption of an updated zoning map and an amended zoning ordinance.

• Special Use Permit request for 904 North Hightower (Parcel # T 30 076) for towing and wrecker services
• Special Use Permit request for 105 Yamaha Parkway (Parcel # 057 007 and 057 009A) for towing and wrecker services
• Potential adoption of an updated zoning map
• Potential adoption of an amended zoning ordinance

City Council

The Mayor and City Council will hold a special called meeting to discuss matters with the Chief Appraiser of The Tax Assessor’s Office. No other specific agenda items are listed.

• Discussion with Chief Appraiser of The Tax Assessor’s Office

Historic Preservation Commission (HPC)

The Thomaston Historic Preservation Commission will consider four Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) applications for properties at 101 and 211 S. Center Street, 102 N. Church Street, and 101 N. Green Street/304 W. Main Street. The agenda also includes updates on the Bicentennial, Design Guidelines, and a Downtown National Registry update. Several community events are noted, including Mule Days and the Christmas Parade.

• COA #1: 101 S. Center Street (BC Stone Homes)
• COA #2: 211 S. Center Street (BOSS)
• COA #3: 102 N. Church Street (Branded Brunette)
• COA #4: 101 N. Green Street/304 W. Main Street (Thomaston Chiropractic)
• Discussion of Downtown National Registry Update

City Council

The Mayor and City Council will meet to discuss several administrative approvals and infrastructure projects. The agenda includes potential decisions on engineering services, a hotel moratorium extension, and sewer line awards.

• Plat approval for 204 Beall Street & 501 E Thompson Street
• ESG Engineering Services Contract for 2024
• Electric Department expenditure for a Three Phase Reclosure for the Town Branch Circuit
• Bid award for Pickleball Court
• City Hall Gravity Sewer Line recommendation of award

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss several administrative resolutions and potential contract approvals. The body will consider a plat approval for two specific properties and a grant support letter for a technical college.

• Potential approval of ESG Engineering Services Contract for 2024
• Potential extension of the Hotel Moratorium
• Plat approval for 204 Beall Street and 501 E Thompson Street
• Letter of support for Southern Crescent Technical College's WINGS/SCC5 grant application
• Open Records Officer Resolution

Historic Preservation Commission (HPC)

The Thomaston Historic Preservation Commission will consider three Certificate of Appropriateness applications for properties at 101 S. Center Street, 110 E. Main Street, and 614 N. Church Street. The commission will also receive updates on the bicentennial, historic resource survey, and design guidelines, and discuss upcoming community events.

• COA #1: 101 S. Center Street (BC Stone Homes)
• COA #2: 110 E. Main Street (Thomaston Center)
• COA #3: 614 N. Church Street (Duke's Wine & Spirits)
• Bicentennial Update, Historic Resource Survey Update, Design Guidelines Update
• Upcoming events: CRC Platinum Designation (UGA) 9/19, SCTC Entrepreneurship Center Ribbon Cutting 9/26, Small Business Summit 9/28, GDA Fall Regional Meetup 10/8, Thomaston Mule Days 10/19

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss and potentially adopt a city millage rate ordinance and an amendment to the trash ordinance for residential and commercial properties. The body will also consider extending a moratorium on small discount box stores.

• Potential adoption of City Millage Rate Ordinance
• Potential adoption of Trash Ordinance Amendment (Residential and Commercial)
• Potential extension of Small Discount Box Store Moratorium

The Thomaston City Council unanimously adopted the 2024 millage rate ordinance, setting 3.917 mills for ordinary expenses and 2.997 mills for joint projects. It also approved a trash ordinance amendment adding a $25 fee for unscheduled non-containerized pickups, with the mayor breaking a 2-2 tie. The council extended the small box discount store moratorium until March 5, 2025.

• Adopted 2024 millage rates: 3.917 mills (ordinary) and 2.997 mills (joint projects) (unanimous)
• Approved trash ordinance amendment adding $25 fee for unscheduled non-containerized pickup (3-2, mayor breaking tie)
• Extended small box discount store moratorium until March 5, 2025 (unanimous)

City Council

The Mayor and City Council are holding a special called meeting to discuss and potentially adopt the City Millage Rate Ordinance.

• Discussion and potential adoption of City Millage Rate Ordinance

The Thomaston City Council unanimously adopted the 2024 millage rate ordinance (Ordinance 1221) setting rates at 3.917 mills for ordinary expenses and 2.997 mills for joint projects. It also approved a trash ordinance amendment (Ordinance 1222) adding a $25 fee for unscheduled non-containerized pickups, passing on a 3-2 vote with the mayor breaking a tie. The council extended the small box discount store moratorium (Ordinance 1223) until March 5, 2025, unanimously.

• Adopted 2024 millage rates: 3.917 mills ordinary, 2.997 mills joint projects (unanimous)
• Approved trash amendment adding $25 fee for unscheduled non-containerized pickup (3-2, mayor broke tie)
• Extended small box discount store moratorium until March 5, 2025 (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a second read and vote on a rezoning request for 754 South Church Street from R-1 Low Density Residential to C-2 General Commercial. Other discussions include extending a moratorium on small box discount stores, revising trash ordinances, approving a Hilltop Memorial Project expenditure, and establishing a special events policy. A special called meeting on September 5 will address setting the city millage rate.

• Second read and vote on rezoning 754 South Church Street (R-1 to C-2) for property owner Matt Smith
• Discussion and potential extension of moratorium on small box discount stores
• Discussion and potential adoption of revised trash ordinances (residential and commercial)
• Discussion and potential approval of Hilltop Memorial Project expenditure
• Discussion and potential vote on Special Events Policy and Regulations

The Thomaston City Council unanimously approved the rezoning of 754 South Church Street from R-1 Low Density Residential to C-2 General Commercial with conditions, including a 10-foot sign height limit and restricted uses. The council also extended the moratorium on small box discount stores until March 4, 2025, adopted a trash ordinance revision adding a $25 fee for uncalled pickups, and approved the Hilltop Memorial Project expenditure not to exceed $25,269.27. No action was taken on the Martha Mills site or the special events policy, but the council directed the city attorney to update the assembly ordinance.

• Approved rezoning of 754 South Church St to C-2 General Commercial with conditions (unanimous)
• Extended moratorium on small box discount stores until March 4, 2025 (unanimous)
• Adopted trash ordinance revision adding $25 fee for uncalled pickups (unanimous)
• Approved Hilltop Memorial Project expenditure not to exceed $25,269.27 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of August 16 and August 20 meetings (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda as presented (unanimous)

City Council

The Thomaston City Council and Upson County Board of Commissioners will hold a joint meeting to discuss tax digest and assessed value discrepancies. They will also receive updates from the Recreational Advisory Committee, the Industrial Development Authority (via Slade Gulledge), and the quarterly financials for joint projects.

• Discussion of Tax Digest and Assessed Value Discrepancies
• Update of the Recreational Advisory Committee
• Update on Industrial Development Authority from Slade Gulledge
• Quarterly update of Joint Projects Financials

The Thomaston City Council and Upson County Board of Commissioners held a joint meeting with no formal votes or decisions. They discussed concerns about commercial property tax assessments not reflecting renovations, received updates on recreation programs and the Industrial Development Authority, and reviewed joint project financials. The meeting adjourned after the discussions.

• No formal decisions or votes taken; meeting was informational only
• Discussed tax digest and assessed value discrepancies for commercial and residential properties
• Received recreation update: 660 total fall sports registrations, ball field renovations planned Nov 2024-Mar 2025
• Heard IDA update: 3-year partnership with Be Pro Be Proud Georgia, Brightmark facility tour
• Reviewed joint projects financial report as of August 15, 2024; no budget adjustments approved

City Council

The Thomaston City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a vote on a property tax increase. They will also hold a second public hearing for Community Development Block Grant water system improvements on F, B, and E Streets north of 12th Avenue. Additionally, the council will vote on the annexation of the Hannah's Mill Reservoir parcel and discuss a recruitment bonus program increase and a Downtown Development Authority appointment.

• Discussion and potential vote on property tax increase (Item D2)
• Public Hearing Number 2 for CDBG water system improvements on F, B, and E Streets north of 12th Avenue (Item D3)
• Second read and vote on annexation of Hannah's Mill Reservoir parcel #043007 (Item D4)
• Discussion and potential authorization of recruitment bonus program increase (Item D7)
• Discussion and potential appointment to Downtown Development Authority vacancy (Item D6)

The Thomaston City Council approved the annexation of the Hannah's Mill Reservoir parcel (Parcel #043 007) unanimously. A public hearing was held on a request to rezone 754 South Church Street from R-1 to C-2, but no vote was taken on the rezoning. The council also approved a recruitment bonus increase, a DDA appointment, and tree board conference attendance.

• Approved annexation of Hannah's Mill Reservoir Parcel #043 007 (unanimous)
• Held public hearing on rezoning 754 S Church St from R-1 to C-2; no vote taken
• Approved recruitment bonus increase from $500 to $1,000 (unanimous)
• Appointed Gary Wise to Downtown Development Authority vacancy (unanimous)
• Authorized three tree board members to attend Georgia Tree Council Conference (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of Aug 6 regular meeting and property tax hearing (unanimous)
• Amended agenda to move property tax increase discussion last (unanimous)

City Council

The Mayor and City Council held a public hearing to discuss a proposed increase to the property tax millage rate. City Manager Russell Thompson presented the tax digest and annual increase totals. Members of the public provided comments regarding property value discrepancies and the timing of tax increases.

• Proposed millage rate increase from 2.735 to 3.917 for operations and maintenance

City Council

The Thomaston City Council held a public hearing on a proposed property tax increase. City staff presented the millage rate and tax digest, noting discrepancies. Several residents spoke against the increase, questioning the need and citing new projects such as pickleball courts and a fire station. No vote was taken; the meeting was adjourned.

• Public hearing on proposed property tax increase for 2024
• City Manager Russell Thompson presented millage rate, tax digest, and discrepancies
• Residents Brandon Creamer, Todd Willis, Ken Whaley, Cooter Waller, April Bunn, and Malcum Neal spoke against the increase
• Speakers raised concerns about new pickleball courts and a fire station as reasons for the increase
• Meeting adjourned without a vote; motion to adjourn by Councilmember Middlebrooks, seconded by Councilmember Greathouse

The Thomaston City Council held a public hearing on a proposed property tax increase. City Manager Russell Thompson presented the millage rate, annual increase totals, tax digest, and discrepancies. Several residents spoke against the increase, and one requested the vote be delayed until assessor discrepancies are addressed. No decision was made; the meeting adjourned without a vote.

• Public hearing on property tax increase held; no vote taken
• Meeting adjourned unanimously at 7:48pm

Zoning Commission

The Thomaston Zoning Commission will meet to discuss a rezoning request for a property at 754 South Church Street. The commission will consider a recommendation to change the parcel from R-1 Low Density Residential to C-2 General Commercial.

• Rezoning request for 754 South Church Street (Parcel # T25 050) from R-1 Low Density Residential to C-2 General Commercial

City Council

The Mayor and City Council are holding a work session to discuss a property tax increase and the GFL Sanitization contract and ordinance. The body will also consider the plat approval for eight lots on Waymanville Road.

• Discussion of GFL Sanitization Contract and Ordinance
• Discussion of Property Tax Increase
• Potential plat approval of eight Golfview lots on Waymanville Road (Parcel ID 059 083)

The Thomaston City Council held a work session on August 16, 2024, and took one substantive action: unanimously approving the updated and correct plat for eight Golfview lots on Waymanville Road (Parcel ID 059 083, back side of Raintree Golf Course). Discussions on the GFL sanitation contract and a proposed property tax increase resulted in no action; the city attorney was asked to draft a trash ordinance amendment for future consideration.

• Approved updated plat for eight Golfview lots on Waymanville Road (unanimous)
• Requested city attorney to draft trash ordinance amendment (no vote)
• Discussed property tax increase, no action taken
• Adjourned meeting at 10:57 AM (unanimous)

Downtown Development Authority (DDA)

The Downtown Development Authority will review a facade grant application and discuss a vacant board seat. The body will also receive updates on financials and upcoming city events.

• Facade grant application for 331 W. Main Street (Edward Jones/Wynn Trice)
• Discussion regarding a vacant DDA Board seat
• Update on Fire Station RFP
• Planning for Small Business Summit (9/28) and Mule Days (10/19)

The Downtown Development Authority approved a $5,000 facade grant for Wynn Trice's property at 331 W. Main Street, and recommended Gary Wise to fill a vacant board seat. The board also approved the July minutes and agenda, and discussed future events and board restructuring.

• Approved $5,000 facade grant for Wynn Trice (unanimous)
• Recommended Gary Wise for vacant board seat (unanimous)
• Approved July 18, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a second public hearing regarding the annexation of two Hannah’s Mill Reservoir parcels. The body will also discuss a Verizon lease renewal, a library budget amendment, and funding for the Thomaston Industrial Development Authority.

• Second public hearing for annexation of Hannah’s Mill Reservoir Parcel #043 007 and #044 001
• Potential Verizon lease agreement renewal
• Potential library budget amendment
• Potential funding for the Thomaston Industrial Development Authority
• Potential action on City Firearm Policy

The Thomaston City Council approved $127,000 to the Industrial Development Authority for fire suppression related to job retention, and authorized a renewed Verizon lease agreement. The council also approved a $6,281 library budget amendment contingent on county approval, and tabled a city firearm policy for further review. A public hearing on the Hannah's Mill Reservoir annexation was held with no public comments.

• Approved $127,000 to Industrial Development Authority for fire suppression (unanimous)
• Authorized renewed Verizon lease agreement (unanimous)
• Approved $6,281 library budget amendment, contingent on county approval (unanimous)
• Tabled city firearm policy for further review (unanimous)
• Held second public hearing on Hannah's Mill Reservoir annexation; no public comments
• Approved June 27, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda with amendments (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission (HPC)

The Thomaston Historic Preservation Commission will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness application for 205 S. Center Street (the Pool Room Cafe). The agenda also includes updates on the city's bicentennial and historic resource survey, as well as announcements for upcoming conferences and events.

• COA #1: 205 S. Center Street (Pool Room Cafe) – public hearing and possible decision
• Bicentennial update
• Historic resource survey update
• Other business: Georgia Downtown Conference (8/26-8/29), Small Business Summit (9/28), GDA Fall Regional Meetup (10/8)

The Thomaston Historic Preservation Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for the Pool Room at 205 S. Center Street, requiring the White Hyacinth color across the top border and a lighting schematic before installation. The board also received updates on Bicentennial Planning, the Historic Resource Survey, and approved moving the September meeting to September 9th.

• Approved COA for Pool Room at 205 S. Center Street with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 1st HPC meeting (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved moving September meeting to September 9th (unanimous)

Downtown Development Authority (DDA)

The Thomaston Downtown Development Authority will meet to approve minutes, review financials, and consider a facade grant reimbursement for 511 N Center Street (Suite A-C). The board will also discuss upcoming city events and conferences including the Design Guideline Kickoff, Georgia Downtown Conference, Small Business Summit, and GDA Fall Regional Meetup.

• Facade grant reimbursement for 511 N Center Street (Suite A-C)
• Design Guideline Kickoff scheduled for July 26
• Georgia Downtown Conference August 26-29
• Small Business Summit on September 28
• GDA Fall Regional Meetup on October 8

The Downtown Development Authority approved three $5,000 facade grant applications for properties at 511 N. Center Street, owned by Tyane and Michael Presley, covering improvements to bricks, windows, lighting, signage, paint, and doors. The board also approved a $250 maximum reimbursement for facade renderings under the grant program. The meeting included approval of prior minutes and agenda, a financial update noting an additional $20,000 in facade grant funds from the City Council, and an executive session on real estate.

• Approved May 17, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved $5,000 facade grant for 511 N. Center Street (unanimous)
• Approved $5,000 facade grant for Nova Rai Spa, suite B (unanimous)
• Approved $5,000 facade grant for Dermalogix Skin Therapy, suite C (unanimous)
• Approved $250 maximum facade grant award for renderings (unanimous)
• Entered executive session to discuss real estate (unanimous)
• Exited executive session (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will conduct a second public hearing and first reading for the annexation of two parcels at Hannah’s Mill Reservoir. Members will also discuss a city firearm policy and potential plat approvals for two parcels.

• Second public hearing/first read for annexation of Hannah’s Mill Reservoir Parcels #043 007 and 044 001
• Potential plat approval for Parcels T32 210 and T32 209
• Discussion and potential action on City Firearm Policy
• Thomaston Police Department State Certificate Award Presentation

Zoning Commission

The Zoning Commission will consider a recommendation for the annexation of Parcel # 043 007 and 044 001. The City of Thomaston has requested these lots be zoned as PRG Parks, Recreation and Green Space District.

• Annexation and rezoning request for Parcel # 043 007 and 044 001 from Agriculture (AR) to PRG Parks, Recreation and Green Space District

Historic Preservation Commission (HPC)

The Historic Preservation Commission will review COA #1 for 331 W. Main Street. The agenda also includes updates on the Bicentennial and the Historic Resource Survey. Additionally, the commission will discuss downtown design guidelines and facade grant color swatches.

• COA #1: 331 W. Main Street (Edward Jones- Wynn Trice)
• Bicentennial Update
• Historic Resource Survey Update
• Downtown Thomaston Design Guideline Kickoff announcement
• Facade Grant Color Swatches discussion

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding CDBG water system improvements and discuss a revised parking ticket ordinance. The agenda also includes potential plat approvals for ALDI and Whataburger on Highway 19 North. A mid-year financial update is scheduled.

• Second Public Hearing: CDBG Water System Improvements
• Discussion of Revised Parking Ticket Ordinance
• Plat approval for ALDI at 1046 Highway 19 North
• Plat approval for Whataburger at 1054 Highway 19 North
• MEAG 2023 Telecom Project Preliminary Final Settlement

City Council

The City Council will consider several items, including a budget amendment for EMA Joint Projects and the execution of a Watershed Protection Plan. The agenda also includes tree board nominations and plat approval for Upson Regional Medical Center.

• Purchase request for vacant lot at 405 Kings Ave
• EMA Budget Amendment for Joint Projects
• Authorization to execute Watershed Protection Plan
• Plat approval for Upson Regional Medical Center
• Thomaston Tree Board nominations

Historic Preservation Commission (HPC)

The Thomaston Historic Preservation Commission will meet to review a Certificate of Appropriateness (COA #1) for 211 S Center Street, and receive updates on the Bicentennial, Historic Resource Survey, and Design Guideline & CLG Grant. The agenda is otherwise routine, including approval of prior minutes and adoption of the agenda.

• COA #1: 211 S Center Street (BOSS)
• Bicentennial Update
• Historic Resource Survey Update
• Design Guideline & CLG Grant Update
• Approval of May 6th meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will consider several items including a proposal for a new police station and the redevelopment of the old fire station. The meeting also includes a public hearing on the Sanitary Tax and discussions regarding Emancipation Celebration expenditures.

• Proposal for a new police station
• Redevelopment of the Old Fire Station RFP award
• Public hearing on Sanitary Tax
• Emancipation Celebration expenditure authorization
• Sanitary Tax Ordinance Amendment approval

Downtown Development Authority (DDA)

The Thomaston Downtown Development Authority is meeting to review two facade grant applications, update its urban redevelopment plan, and discuss financials and other business. The board will also consider eligible expenses for the facade grant program and other administrative items.

• Facade grant application for 110 N. Center Street (Alivana's Cigar Lounge)
• Facade grant application for 112 N. Center Street (The Chop Shop)
• Urban Redevelopment Plan update
• Discussion of facade grant eligible expenses
• Approval of April 18, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The Thomaston City Council is meeting to discuss and potentially take action on several items, including a debriefing on the Brightmark LLC recycling facility, awarding city banking services, purchasing a sweeper truck, adopting the Urban Redevelopment Plan, and providing a letter of support for The Halls of East Thomaston Development. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval, a fire department swearing-in, and committee nominations.

• Discussion on Brightmark LLC Recycling Facility
• Potential authorization to award city banking services
• Potential purchase of sweeper truck for Public Works
• Potential adoption of Urban Redevelopment Plan and resolution
• Potential letter of support for The Halls of East Thomaston Development

Historic Preservation Commission (HPC)

The Thomaston Historic Preservation Commission will consider two Certificates of Appropriateness (COAs) for properties on N. Center Street: Alivana's Cigar Lounge at 110 N. Center Street and The Chop Shop at 112 N. Center Street. The commission will also receive updates on the Bicentennial and the Historic Resource Survey, and handle routine items like approving minutes and adopting the agenda.

• COA #1: 110 N. Center Street (Alivana's Cigar Lounge)
• COA #2: 112 N. Center Street (The Chop Shop)
• Bicentennial Update
• Historic Resource Survey Update
• Approval of minutes from April 1 and April 15 meetings

City Council

The City Council will consider appointing a new Mayor Pro Tem to fill a vacancy. The agenda also includes a public hearing for rezoning property on Avenue L and discussions regarding city ordinances.

• Rezoning 104 Avenue L from R-2 residential to split R-2 and C-2 commercial use
• Resolution declaring Mayor Pro Tem seat vacant and appointing a replacement
• Potential approval of Police Department equipment expenditure
• Purchase of fencing for Lakeside Park
• Discussion regarding Convenience Store and Cemetery ordinances

Downtown Development Authority (DDA)

The Thomaston Downtown Development Authority is meeting to discuss two major downtown projects: the Gordon Street alleyway and the redevelopment of the downtown fire station. The board will also receive updates on upcoming Main Street events, including Thomaston Art & Soul Fest and Shoailepalooza, and will approve minutes from the March 21 meeting.

• Gordon Street Alleyway Discussion
• Downtown Fire Station Redevelopment Discussion
• Main Street Events Update: Thomaston Art & Soul Fest
• Main Street Events Update: Shoailepalooza
• Approval of DDA Meeting Minutes 3/21/24

City Council

The City Council will consider amendments to the Trash Ordinance and potential authorization for water tank painting. The agenda also includes discussions regarding public safety incentive pay guidelines and urban redevelopment plans.

• Amendments to the Trash Ordinance
• Authorization of Water Tank Painting
• Public Safety Incentive Pay Guidelines
• Verizon Lease Renewal Agreement
• CDBG Engineering Contract

Historic Preservation Commission (HPC)

The Thomaston Historic Preservation Commission is holding a special-called meeting to consider three Certificates of Appropriateness (COAs) for properties in the historic district. The commission will also handle routine procedural items like agenda adoption and conflict disclosure. No other substantive business is listed.

• COA #1: 117 S. Center Street (Lilly Jane)
• COA #2: 106 W. Main Street (Hometown Nutrition)
• COA #3: 203 S. Center Street (Ridge Creek Fudge)

City Council

The Mayor and City Council will hold a special called meeting to discuss and potentially take action on a hotel moratorium. No other specific business items are listed on the agenda.

• Potential action of Hotel Moratorium

City Council

The Thomaston City Council will vote on three zoning change requests that would allow single-family homes or duplexes on North Hightower Street and Washington Circle parcels. The council will also discuss potential FY2022 budget amendments, vehicle expenditures, reservoir repairs, and a contract to operate a downtown hotel project. These decisions affect local housing supply, municipal spending, and public infrastructure maintenance for residents.

• Second reading and vote on rezoning Application #A24-0001 for 904 North Hightower Street from M-2 Heavy Industrial to R-2 Medium Density Residential.
• Vote on rezoning Application #A24-0002 for the same parcel from M-2 Heavy Industrial to M-R Multifamily Residential.
• Vote on rezoning Application #A24-0003 for multiple Washington Circle area parcels from R-2 Medium Density Residential to M-R Multifamily Residential.
• Discussion and potential approval of FY2022 budget amendments.
• Discussion and potential authorization to select a professional services contract for downtown hotel operations.

Historic Preservation Commission (HPC)

The Thomaston Historic Preservation Commission will meet to review three Certificate of Appropriateness applications for properties on S. Center and W. Main Streets, and receive updates on the Bicentennial and Historic Resource Survey. The meeting is primarily administrative, with decisions on the certificates being the main substantive action.

• COA #1: 117 S. Center Street (Lilly Jane)
• COA #2: 106 W. Main Street (Hometown Nutrition)
• COA #3: 203 S. Center Street (Ridge Creek Fudge)
• Bicentennial Update
• Historic Resource Survey Update

Downtown Development Authority (DDA)

The Downtown Development Authority is meeting to approve prior minutes, discuss facade grant updates and reimbursements for two properties on E. Gordon Street, and talk about the Gordon Street alleyway and Main Street events. The agenda is mostly routine administrative business with no major policy decisions or large contracts listed.

• Facade grant reimbursement for 106 E. Gordon Street (Ivy Jacques Design)
• Facade grant reimbursement for 108 E. Gordon Street (Shoppe Ivy)
• Discussion of Gordon Street alleyway
• Main Street events update
• Approval of DDA meeting minutes from 2/15/24

City Council

The City Council will consider rezoning requests for North Hightower Street and Washington Circle to allow for single-family and duplex residential builds. The meeting also includes discussions on modifying the city pension plan and authorizing fire department equipment surplus.

• Rezoning 904 North Hightower Street from M-2 to R-2 or M-R residential
• Rezoning parcels on Washington Circle and surrounding streets to M-R residential
• Potential adoption of an ordinance to modify the pension plan and create a defined contribution plan
• Discussion regarding becoming the financial agent for Georgia Family Connections
• Potential authorization to surplus fire department equipment

City Council

The City Council will discuss rezoning requests to convert industrial and residential land for single-family homes and duplexes. The agenda also includes a potential ordinance to modify the city's pension plan.

• Rezoning 904 North Hightower Street from M-2 Heavy Industrial to R-2 or M-R residential
• Rezoning Washington Circle, Daniel Street, and Washington Street parcels for duplexes
• Ordinance to modify the pension plan and create a defined contribution plan
• Moratorium ordinance for small box discount stores
• Purchase of 0.064 acres of land for a lift station

Zoning Commission

The Thomaston Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and vote on three rezoning requests. Two requests by Allen Harris for 904 North Hightower Street seek to change zoning from heavy industrial to residential (single-family and duplex). A third request by 1828 Rentals, LLC involves multiple parcels around Washington Circle to allow duplex construction.

• Rezone 904 North Hightower Street (Parcel T30 076) from M-2 Heavy Industrial to R-2 Medium Density Residential for single-family homes
• Rezone 904 North Hightower Street (Parcel T30 076) from M-2 Heavy Industrial to M-R Multifamily Residential for duplex homes
• Rezone multiple parcels (T31 084, T31 043, T31 154-159) from R-2 to M-R Multifamily Residential for duplexes
• Public hearings scheduled before each vote

City Council

The Council will vote on rezoning applications for apartment expansions and a custom cabinet business. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the city trash ordinance and sanitation agreements.

• Vote on rezoning 402 North Hightower Street to add apartment units
• Vote on rezoning 313 Barnesville Street for a custom cabinet business
• Vote on rezoning 205 Park Lane for senior living apartments
• Potential approval of 2024 and 2025 GFL Sanitation Agreement
• Discussion of City Trash Ordinance Amendment

City Council

The Mayor and City Council will hold a work session to discuss the GFL Sanitization Contract and banking services. The council will also consider potential nominations for members of the Historic Preservation Commission.

• Discussion of GFL Sanitization Contract
• Discussion of banking services
• Potential nominations for Historic Preservation Commission members

Historic Preservation Commission (HPC)

The Thomaston Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and adopting the agenda. The main item is a certificate of appropriateness (COA) application for 102 N. Church Street (Branded Brunette). The commission will also hear an introduction from the Upson Historical Society and receive an update on the Historic Resource Survey.

• COA #1: 102 N. Church Street (Branded Brunette)
• Upson Historical Society introduction
• Historic Resource Survey update
• Approval of January 8th meeting minutes

City Council

The Thomaston City Council and Upson County Board of Commissioners will hold a joint meeting to address new business items. The agenda includes discussions regarding pool plaster replacement and rental agreements for the Senior Center and Recreational Board.

• Pool Plaster Replacement
• The Senior Center Rental Agreement
• Recreational Board Agreement

City Council

The City Council will consider several rezoning applications for multifamily residential and heavy industrial uses. The agenda also includes discussions regarding sanitation contracts, trash ordinance amendments, and emergency repairs for a sewer sinkhole.

• Rezoning 402 North Hightower Street to multifamily residential
• Rezoning 313 Barnesville Street to heavy industrial use
• Rezoning 205 Park Lane for senior living apartment units
• Potential authorization of the GFL Sanitation Contract for 2024 and 2025
• Emergency declaration and award for Parkway Drive sewer sinkhole repair

Zoning Commission

The Thomaston Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and vote on recommendations for three rezoning requests. The requests involve properties on North Hightower Street, Barnesville Street, and Park Lane, seeking changes to allow multifamily residential, heavy industrial, and senior living uses. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and the agenda.

• Rezoning 402 North Hightower Street from C-2 to M-R for additional apartment units (Application A23-0006)
• Rezoning 313 Barnesville Street from C-2 to M-2 for a custom cabinet business (Application A23-0007)
• Rezoning 205 Park Lane from C-2 to M-R for senior living apartments (Application A23-0008)

Downtown Development Authority (DDA)

The Downtown Development Authority is meeting to approve prior minutes, discuss Main Street events and a downtown visioning session, and consider a T-Mobile Hometown Grant. The agenda also includes an executive session and payment of an invoice to PFVS. No major decisions or financial amounts are specified in the agenda.

• Approval of DDA minutes from 12/05/23 and 1/19/24
• Main Street Event Discussion
• Downtown Visioning Session Discussion
• T-Mobile Hometown Grant
• Invoice #23012-5 to PFVS

City Council

The Thomaston City Council will hold its regular meeting, including public comments on the proposed conversion of tennis courts to pickleball courts at Greatest Generation Memorial Park. The council will also discuss several administrative items, including transferring an alley to the Downtown Development Authority, extending a food truck court on Railroad Street, and approving contracts and equipment purchases.

• Public comments on tennis court conversion to pickleball at Greatest Generation Memorial Park
• Discussion and potential authorization to transfer alley (Parcel ID T22 082) to Downtown Development Authority
• Discussion and potential authorization of food truck court extension altering Railroad Street
• Discussion and potential approval of 2024 Mowing & Landscape Maintenance Contract (Second Amendment)
• Discussion and potential approval to purchase a 2021 Ford Transit Van for Police Department

Downtown Development Authority (DDA)

The Downtown Development Authority will review reimbursement requests for facade grants at 104 N. Green Street and 505 N. Church Street. The board will also consider rezoning requests for 313 Barnesville Street and 402 N. Hightower Street. Additionally, members will discuss downtown visioning and design guideline updates.

• Facade grant reimbursement: 104 N. Green Street- Leasable Spaces
• Facade grant reimbursement: 505 N. Church Street- Century 21
• Rezoning request: 313 Barnesville Street- Cabinets Unlimited
• Rezoning request: 402 N. Hightower Street- Jimmy Davis
• Design Guideline Update: HPF Grant Letter of Support

City Council

The City Council will discuss a potential letter of support for the Historic Preservation Fund Grant. The meeting also includes public comment regarding a new tennis court proposal and nominations for city boards and sub-committees.

• Public comment regarding the New Tennis Court Proposal
• Discussion and potential approval of a Letter of Support for Historic Preservation Fund Grant
• Discussion and potential nominations for City Sub-Committees and Boards

Historic Preservation Commission (HPC)

The Thomaston Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to handle routine business and several substantive items. They will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for 207 S. Church Street, discuss the downtown visioning session, and receive updates on the historic resource survey and design guidelines. The commission will also make appointments to a facade grant design committee and conduct board interviews.

• COA #1: 207 S. Church Street (Advanced Accounting)
• Downtown Visioning Session discussion
• Facade Grant Design Committee appointments
• Historic Resource Survey update
• Design Guideline update and HPF Grant letter of support

City Council

The Thomaston City Council will hold second readings and official votes on three annexation requests, including properties on Highway 19 North and Yatesville Highway, with zoning designations. The council will also discuss and potentially appoint a municipal court prosecuting attorney, fill sub-committee and board positions, and authorize real estate purchases, property access agreements, and easements.

• Annexation A23-004: 1054 Highway 19 North, parcel 043 039A, zoned General Commercial (C-2)
• Annexation A23-003: 1072 Highway 19 North, parcel 043 039, zoned General Commercial (C-2)
• Annexation A23-001: 0 Yatesville Highway, parcel 057 033, zoned Multifamily Residential (M-R)
• Discussion and formal appointment of Municipal Court Prosecuting Attorney
• Potential authorization to purchase real estate and execute property access agreements/easements

City Council

The Thomaston City Council will hold second-read votes on three annexation requests, including two commercial properties on Highway 19 North and one multifamily residential property on Yatesville Highway. The council will also discuss appointments, property purchases, and a new ordinance creating an assistant city manager position.

• Annexation A23-004: 1054 Highway 19 North, zoned General Commercial (C-2), requested by Stafford Thomaston, LLC
• Annexation A23-003: 1072 Highway 19 North, zoned General Commercial (C-2), requested by Karim Dodhia
• Annexation A23-001: 0 Yatesville Highway, zoned Multifamily Residential (M-R), requested by George Yu
• Discussion and potential adoption of Assistant City Manager Job Creation Ordinance
• Discussion and potential authorization to purchase real estate and execute property access agreements/easements