Clarkston, GA

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Downtown Development Authority

Planning & Zoning Board

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Downtown Development Authority

Planning & Zoning Board

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Downtown Development Authority

Planning & Zoning Board

City Council

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Downtown Development Authority

Planning & Zoning Board

City Council

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Downtown Development Authority

Planning & Zoning Board

City Council

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Downtown Development Authority

Planning & Zoning Board

City Council

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Downtown Development Authority

Planning & Zoning Board

City Council

Downtown Development Authority

Planning & Zoning Board

City Council

Downtown Development Authority

Planning & Zoning Board

City Council

Downtown Development Authority

City Council

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning & Zoning Board will consider two land-use requests. These include a conditional use permit for a retail business and a variance for a residential property expansion.

• Conditional Use Permit (BOC-2026-0002) for Big Brockett Package to operate a bottle shop at 4622 E Ponce de Leon Ave, Suite G
• Variance request (VAR-2026-001) by Katie and Jacob Blazer to increase a home at 3755 Market Walk to 900 square feet

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to discuss updates to surveys and photos. The board will also review the timeline for a CLG application and discuss commission goals and concerns.

• Discussion of Survey Update and Photos
• Discussion of CLG Application timeline
• Discussion of HPC Goals
• Discussion of HPC Concerns

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will review a strategic plan presentation from Georgia Tech CEDR. The board will also discuss the proposed 2027 operating budget and updates to the bylaws procurement policy.

• Georgia Tech CEDR Strategic Plan presentation and discussion
• Proposed 2027 DDA Operating Budget
• Legal review of DDA Bylaws Procurement Policy spending authority
• Discussion of 'Quick Wins' including Quarterly Business Meet & Greet and Town Center Focus Area

City Council

The Clarkston City Council meets Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at 7:00 PM at 736 Park North Boulevard, Suite 120, with in-person and Zoom public participation. The agenda includes a public hearing and a vote on Ordinance No. 546 to allow accessory food trucks in the NC-1, NC-2, TC, I, NR-CD and RC zoning districts. New business includes a $1,597,716.39 engineering scope and fee with AtkinsRealis for the Greenway Trail PH I project, civil engineering design for Mell Ave operational improvements, and Ordinance No. 547 amending the Fiscal Year 2026 General Fund budget. The consent agenda covers a DeKalb County Women's Commission representative, a Public Facilities Authority resolution, a Clarkston Housing Task Force resolution, and $44,312 in SPLOST II funds for Milam Park picnic tables and trash receptacles.

• Public hearing and vote on Ordinance No. 546 to define and allow accessory food trucks in NC-1, NC-2, TC, I, NR-CD and RC districts
• Resolution No. 2026-026: AtkinsRealis negotiated scope and fee of $1,597,716.39 for Greenway Trail PH I construction/right-of-way/utility plan development and environmental permitting per GDOT requirements
• Resolution No. 2026-028: $44,312 in SPLOST II funding (Recreational Facilities) to replace picnic tables and trash receptacles at Milam Park
• Ordinance No. 547 to amend the Fiscal Year 2026 General Fund budget
• Resolution No. 2026-029: location agreement for film production at the former City Hall/Police Station, 3926 Church Street

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss several legislative items, including a budget amendment for Fiscal Year 2026 and the creation of a Public Facilities Authority. The session includes presentations on the Milam Park multi-sports field and the Safe Streets and Roads for All final report.

• Draft Ordinance No. 546 to allow Accessory Food Trucks in NC-1, NC-2, TC, I, NR-CD and RC Districts
• Resolution No. 2026-023 to prepare legislation for a Public Facilities Authority
• Resolution 2026-024 to designate Keedra Jackson as City Planner
• Resolution 2026-025 for appointment of the Clarkston Housing Task Force
• SPLOST II Funding Allocation of $44,312 for Milam Park picnic tables and trash receptacles

Historic Preservation Commission

Planning & Zoning Board

The Clarkston Planning & Zoning Board is meeting to consider two ordinances related to food trucks. One would amend the zoning ordinance to allow accessory food trucks in certain districts, and the other would add new regulations for mobile food vendors, including licensing, insurance, and health standards. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and a public hearing.

• Ordinance to allow accessory food trucks in NC-1, NC-2, TC, I, NR-CD, and RC districts
• Ordinance to add Article XI to Chapter 11 regulating mobile food vendors
• Proposed vendor licensing, insurance, location restrictions, and health standards
• Public hearing with 3-minute comment limit
• Approval of August 18, 2026 meeting minutes

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will hold a regular board meeting to approve the agenda and prior minutes, hear public comments, and discuss old and new business. Key items include continued discussion of the Quick Wins Project, an update on the Downtown Strategic Assessment, and review of the proposed 2027 operating budget. The board will also consider adopting amended bylaws and the 2026 meeting schedule, plus a proposed spending authority provision.

• Continued discussion: DDA Quick Wins Project — Quarterly Business Meet & Greet
• Downtown Strategic Assessment Update
• Proposed 2027 DDA budget for operating expenses (legal, outreach, placemaking)
• Review and adoption of amended DDA bylaws — regular meeting schedule
• Review and discussion of proposed spending authority provision for DDA bylaws

The Downtown Development Authority approved amendments to its bylaws regarding regular meeting times and a new spending-authority provision. The Board also adopted a revised 2026 meeting schedule and discussed a $50,000 operating budget request for 2027.

• Approved September 15, 2026, agenda (4-0)
• Approved August 10, 2026, meeting minutes (4-0)
• Adopted bylaws amendment to set regular meetings for the second Tuesday of each month (4-0)
• Adopted revised 2026 meeting schedule for September through December (4-0)
• Approved adding a draft spending-authority amendment to the bylaws (4-0)

City Council

This special work session is for City Council and staff to review current budget projections and discuss financial, operational, and programmatic challenges. The session aims to provide direction to staff as they continue work on the proposed FY2027 budget. No business decisions are expected to be made during this session.

• Review of revenue forecasts including state/federal grants and fee revenues
• Assessment of fund balances, reserves, and one-time funds
• Evaluation of departmental budgets for Public Safety, Public Works, and Parks & Recreation
• Discussion of capital improvement needs for infrastructure, facilities, and technology
• Examination of municipal debt limits and upcoming issuances

City Council

The City Council will review a draft of the Clarkston 2046 Comprehensive Plan Update and a 3D presentation of the Greenway Trail. The meeting also includes consideration of new ordinances regarding distilled spirit and alcoholic beverage license fees.

• Presentation of the Draft Clarkston 2046 Comprehensive Plan Update
• Presentation of Greenway Trail Option A-1 3D fly-through
• Adoption of the Revised Final Draft Form of the Parks & Recreation Master Plan
• Resolution No. 2026-021 to amend the CPL Architects, Engineers, and Landscape Architect contract
• Ordinance No. 545 regarding fees for Distilled Spirit by the Drink

City Council

The Clarkston City Council work session will discuss setting a fee for distilled spirits by the drink, amending the alcoholic beverage license fee schedule, and considering adoption of the revised Parks & Recreation Master Plan. They will also discuss SS4A policies and a planning board member's resignation. Public comments are limited to agenda items.

• Ordinance No. 545: set fee for distilled spirit by the drink
• Resolution No. 2026-020: amend alcoholic beverage license fee schedule
• Revised Final Draft Parks & Recreation Master Plan (Perez Planning & Design)
• SS4A Policies and Process Recommendations for FHWA report
• Resignation of Planning and Zoning Board Member Felicia Weinert

Historic Preservation Commission

Planning & Zoning Board

The Clarkston Planning & Zoning Board is meeting to discuss a proposed ordinance that would regulate mobile food vendors, including licensing, insurance, location restrictions, and health and safety standards. This item is for informational purposes only; no votes will be taken, and a public hearing will be held before City Council considers it. The rest of the agenda is procedural, including approval of the agenda and previous meeting minutes.

• Discussion of ordinance to amend Chapter 11, adding Article XI to regulate mobile food vendors
• Proposed licensing requirements for mobile food vendors
• Minimum insurance coverage for vendors
• Location restrictions for mobile food vendors
• Minimum health and safety standards for vendors

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will hold its regular meeting to approve minutes, hear public comments, and discuss several ongoing projects. Key items include the 2027 budget, the draft Clarkston 2046 Comprehensive Plan, and updates on placemaking and business outreach efforts.

• Discussion of proposed 2027 DDA budget for operating expenses (legal, outreach, placemaking)
• Discussion of Economic Development and Redevelopment section of draft Clarkston 2046 Comprehensive Plan
• No Cost Extension Contract
• Greenway Trail Tour invitation for August 28, 2026 at 9:00 a.m.
• Downtown Strategic Assessment Schedule Update

The Downtown Development Authority voted unanimously to change its regular meeting schedule to the second Tuesday of each month at 10:00 A.M., effective September 2026. The board also approved the agenda and minutes, and tabled two new business items (the 2046 Comprehensive Plan discussion and the proposed 2027 budget) until the next meeting. No public comments or presentations were made.

• Approved agenda as amended (6-0)
• Approved July 13, 2026 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Changed regular meeting schedule to second Tuesday at 10:00 A.M., effective September 2026 (6-0)
• Tabled discussion of 2046 Comprehensive Plan update until next meeting (6-0)
• Tabled proposed 2027 budget until next meeting (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions regarding city infrastructure, vehicle leasing, and animal custody laws. The body will also select an implementation option for the Greenway Phase I Trail Project.

• Resolution No. 2026-018: Lease purchase of vehicles for Public Works and Administration for $106,700
• Selection of Option A1 or Option B for the Greenway Phase I Trail Project
• Resolution No. 2026-017: Contract for Skyline Engineering and Construction for Milam Park Football Field Multi-Purpose Conversion
• Ordinance No. 544: Amendment to City Code Chapter 10 regarding Return of Custody of impounded animals
• Resolution No. 2026-020: Request for Clarkston Roadways to use Speed Detection Devices

City Council

The Clarkston City Council will hold a work session to receive presentations on the FY2024 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report and a Housing Assessment Initiative by the Atlanta Regional Commission. Old business includes discussion of a resolution to ratify a contract for the Milam Park football field conversion. New business includes discussions on adopting the Parks and Recreation Master Plan, selecting options for the Greenway Phase I Trail Project, a draft list of policies from the SS4A analysis, an ordinance on animal custody, a lease purchase of vehicles for $104,200, a Master Service Agreement with Lexipol, and a resolution requesting approval for speed detection devices on city roadways.

• Resolution No. 2026-018: lease purchase of vehicles for Public Works and Administration ($104,200)
• Discussion of Resolution No. 2026-017 to ratify contract for Milam Park football field conversion (Skyline Engineering)
• Presentation and discussion of Parks and Recreation Master Plan for adoption
• Discussion of Ordinance No. 544 to amend animal custody code
• Discussion of Resolution No. 2026-020 for speed detection devices on Clarkston roadways

The Clarkston City Council held a work session with no formal votes, discussing the FY2024 audit with a single finding on late submission, a housing assessment initiative, the Parks and Recreation Master Plan, and two options for the Greenway Phase 1 Trail. Several items were slated for the August 6, 2026 regular meeting, including resolutions on a contract ratification, animal custody ordinance, vehicle leases, and speed detection devices. No decisions were made during this session.

• Agenda approved by common consent
• FY2024 audit presented with finding on late submission
• Housing Assessment Initiative presented with two-year timeline
• Parks and Recreation Master Plan discussed; final plan expected end of August
• Greenway Phase 1 Trail options A1 and B discussed; decision deferred to August 6
• Resolution 2026-017 (Skyline Engineering contract) to be on August 6 consent agenda
• Ordinance 544 (animal custody) to be on August 6 consent agenda
• Resolution 2026-018 (vehicle lease purchase) to be on August 6 consent agenda

General

This is a special called joint work session between the Clarkston City Council and the Downtown Development Authority. The only substantive item is a discussion guided by a facilitation agenda and workshop guide. No votes or binding decisions are scheduled.

• Joint work session between City Council and DDA
• Discussion of facilitation agenda and workshop guide

The City Council and Downtown Development Authority held a joint work session facilitated by Georgia Tech to improve collaboration and align initiatives. No formal decisions were made; the session focused on discussion and planning. The meeting adjourned with a unanimous 6-0 vote.

• Adjourned the meeting (6-0)

Planning & Zoning Board

The Clarkston Planning & Zoning Board will conduct its routine agenda items, including call to order, roll call, approval of the agenda, and review of minutes. A public hearing will be held, allowing residents up to three minutes each to address the board. The board will also consider any presentations, old business, and new business before adjourning.

• Public hearing – residents may speak for up to 3 minutes each
• Approval of the agenda
• Review of meeting minutes
• Presentations
• Discussion of old and new business

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to review previous minutes and hear a presentation on the Clemsil Historic Resource Survey. No other specific decisions or ordinances are listed on the agenda.

• Clemsil Historic Resource Survey presentation by Rob Sturgess

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority board will discuss holding a joint work session with the City Council and Georgia Tech, and will review the regular meeting schedule. Earlier items include a strategic priority results presentation, training opportunities, and quick‑wins placemaking ideas. Public comments are also scheduled.

• Discussion: Availability for joint work session with City Council and Georgia Tech on 7/21 or 7/23
• Discussion and review of the DDA regular meeting schedule
• Presentation of DDA Strategic Priority Results Summary
• Discussion of DDA Quick Wins placemaking projects
• Discussion of DDA Business Outreach Framework

The Downtown Development Authority of Clarkston held a regular meeting on July 13, 2026, with four directors present. The board approved the agenda and the June 8, 2026 minutes. Two discussions—a quarterly business meet-and-greet and a business outreach framework—were tabled to the August meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining items were informational or discussion-only.

• Approved July 13, 2026 agenda (4-0)
• Approved June 8, 2026 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Tabled quarterly business meet-and-greet discussion to August (4-0)
• Tabled business outreach framework discussion to August (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider approving an amendment to the Fiscal Year 2025 General Fund Budget and a proposal to convert a grass football field at Milam Park into a multi-purpose recreational field. The meeting will also include the approval of a proclamation for Parks and Recreation Month and a conditional use permit for a coin-operated laundry.

• Approval of Ordinance No. 543 to amend the Fiscal Year 2025 General Fund Budget
• Consideration of Civil Engineering Technical and Fee Proposal for Milam Park field conversion
• Approval of a Conditional Use Permit (CUP2026-002) for a coin-operated laundry at 3635 Church Street
• Approval of Proclamation declaring July 2026 Parks and Recreation Month
• Public comment period for residents

The Council approved a $237,530 contract with Skyline Engineering and Construction for design of converting Milam Park's grass football field to a multi-purpose recreational field, funded by SPLOST II. They also approved a conditional use permit for a coin-operated laundry at 3635 Church Street, with the condition that the footprint not expand. The consent agenda, including a proclamation for Parks and Recreation Month and a budget amendment ordinance, was approved. All votes were 6-0.

• Approved the agenda with Item 8C moved to New Business as Item 9B (6-0).
• Approved minutes of five meetings as presented (6-0).
• Approved Consent Agenda Items 8A and 8B, including a proclamation for Parks and Recreation Month and Ordinance No. 543 amending the FY2025 General Fund Budget (6-0).
• Awarded a $237,530 contract to Skyline Engineering and Construction for Milam Park field conversion design (6-0).
• Approved Conditional Use Permit CUP2026-002 for a coin-operated laundry at 3635 Church Street, with no expansion of the current footprint (6-0).
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:30 p.m. (6-0).

City Council

The Clarkston City Council Work Session will hold a public hearing on Conditional Use Permit CUP2026-002 to allow a coin‑operated laundry at 3635 Church Street. Council members will discuss Resolution No. 2026-014 to amend the FY2025 General Fund Budget and a civil engineering proposal for converting Milam Park's grass football field to a multi‑purpose recreational field. Additional presentations include Rivers Alive 2026, a parks proclamation, a downtown development authority logo, and a Facilities Master Plan update.

• Public hearing on CUP2026-002 for a coin‑operated laundry at 3635 Church Street (parcel ID 18 066 01 013)
• Discussion of Resolution No. 2026-014 to amend the FY2025 General Fund Budget
• Review of civil engineering technical and fee proposal for Milam Park field conversion
• Presentation of Facilities Master Plan status and schedule
• Rivers Alive 2026 and Parks and Recreation proclamation presentations

The City Council held a work session and took no final votes on substantive items. They voted 6-0 to amend the agenda to discuss Ordinance No. 543, which amends the FY2025 General Fund Budget. The Council discussed a resolution to amend the FY2025 budget, a proposal for converting Milam Park's grass football field to a multi-purpose field, and a conditional use permit for a coin-operated laundry at 3635 Church Street. All three items were scheduled for the July 7, 2026 Council Meeting, with the budget resolution and laundry permit on the Consent Agenda and the field proposal under New Business.

• Voted 6-0 to change agenda item 7A to discuss Ordinance No. 543 amending the FY2025 General Fund Budget.
• Discussed Resolution No. 2026-014 to amend the FY2025 General Fund Budget; placed on Consent Agenda for July 7, 2026.
• Discussed Skyline Engineering & Construction's proposal for Milam Park field conversion; cost to be assessed; placed under New Business for July 7, 2026.
• Discussed Conditional Use Permit CUP2026-002 for a coin-operated laundry at 3635 Church Street; placed on Consent Agenda for July 7, 2026.
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:51 PM with a 6-0 vote.

City Council

The City Council is meeting to present and hold a public hearing regarding the proposed 2026 millage rate. The body will consider approving an ordinance to establish the tax levy rate and property tax assessments for the 2026 tax year.

• Public hearing on the Proposed 2026 Millage Rate
• Ordinance No. 2026-542 to establish real property ad valorem tax assessments and the tax levy rate for tax year 2026

The City Council held a public hearing and then voted 4-3 to approve Ordinance No. 2026-542, setting the 2026 property tax millage rate at 17.200 mills. This rate is higher than the 15.687 rollback rate, which would have kept property tax revenue flat. The city manager had presented the 16.518 mills needed to meet the current budget, but the adopted rate includes additional funds for contingencies and other costs.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2026-542, adopting a 2026 millage rate of 17.200 mills (4-3 vote, opposed by Moore, Adde, Johnson).
• Heard public comments on the proposed millage rate from Michelle Maserjian, Debbie Gathmann, and Dawn Aura.
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:43 p.m. (6-0 vote).

Historic Preservation Commission

City Council

The Clarkston City Council will hold a special‑called meeting to present and discuss the proposed 2026 millage rate. Council members will hear public comments limited to three minutes each, followed by a public hearing on the same proposal. The meeting is open in person and via video conference.

• Presentation and discussion of the Proposed 2026 Millage Rate
• Public Hearing on the Proposed 2026 Millage Rate

The City Council held a public hearing on the proposed 2026 millage rate but took no vote. The City Manager presented that the 2025 rate was 15.800 mills, the rollback rate would be 15.687, and a rate of 16.518 mills is needed to meet budgeted revenue. The proposed rate of 18.800 mills would cover projects and costs not currently in the budget. One public comment was given.

• Held public hearing on proposed 2026 millage rate; no action taken
• Received presentation on property values and millage rate options

Planning & Zoning Board

City Council

The Clarkston City Council will hold a special‑called meeting to consider the proposed 2026 millage rate. Council members will present and discuss the proposal, followed by a public hearing where residents can comment. The meeting also includes a standard public comment period limited to 40 minutes.

• Public comments period (up to 40 minutes, 3 minutes per speaker)
• Presentation and discussion of the Proposed 2026 Millage Rate
• Public Hearing on the Proposed 2026 Millage Rate

The City Council held a public hearing on the proposed 2026 millage rate but took no formal action. City Manager Chaquias Miller-Thornton presented property values, exemption data, and budget impacts, noting the proposed rate of 18.800 mills would cover projects not in the current budget. Public comments were received from three residents, and the meeting adjourned without a decision.

• No vote taken on proposed 2026 millage rate
• Public hearing held on proposed 2026 millage rate
• Meeting adjourned (6-0)

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority Board will approve the meeting agenda and the May 11, 2026 minutes. It will allocate time for public comments, limited to three minutes per speaker. The board will then discuss and brainstorm potential quick‑win projects for downtown development.

• Approve the June 8, 2026 meeting agenda
• Approve the May 11, 2026 meeting minutes
• Public comment period (up to 3 minutes per speaker, 40‑minute total)
• Board discussion: brainstorming potential DDA quick‑win projects

The Board discussed potential quick-win projects including business networking events and door-to-door outreach. Staff will prepare a formal business outreach event plan for future review. The meeting also addressed required annual training for DDA members.

• Approved June 8, 2026, agenda (5-0)
• Approved May 11, 2026, meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider ordinances to create a criminal nuisance property program and a special service district for crime reduction. The body will also vote on budget amendments and police equipment purchases.

• Ordinance No. 539: Create a criminal nuisance property program
• Ordinance No. 540: Establish special service districts to tax designated areas for crime reduction
• Police Department Capital Assets/Equipment purchase via SPLOST II: $155,036
• Resolution No. 2026-015: Amend FY2026 General Fund Budget to establish Downtown Development Authority Account
• Proposed contract for Civil Engineering Consulting for Milam Park Grass Football Field conversion

The Clarkston City Council approved two ordinances aimed at reducing crime: Ordinance No. 539 creates a criminal nuisance property program, and Ordinance No. 540 establishes special service districts to tax areas for crime-reduction improvements. Both passed 4-3. The council also approved the consent agenda, including a $155,036 police equipment purchase, and removed a bid award for Milam Park field conversion from the agenda.

• Approved Ordinance No. 539 (criminal nuisance property program) 4-3
• Approved Ordinance No. 540 (special service districts for crime reduction) 4-3
• Approved consent agenda items 8A-8E (6-0), including $155,036 police equipment purchase
• Approved Resolution No. 2026-013 (councilmember-initiated ordinance requirements) 6-0
• Removed Item 9C (Milam Park field conversion bid award) from agenda 6-0
• Approved May 5 and May 26 meeting minutes 6-0

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the 2026 preliminary ad valorem tax digest and tentative millage rate. Members will also review proposed ordinances regarding criminal nuisance properties and special service districts to reduce crime.

• Ordinance No. 539: criminal nuisance property program
• Ordinance No. 540: special service districts for crime reduction
• Proposed $155,036 SPLOST II purchase for Police Department capital assets/equipment
• Contract for Civil Engineering Consulting for Milam Park Grass Football Field conversion
• Resolution No. 2026-015: Amend FY2026 General Fund Budget for Downtown Development Authority account