Cobb County public meetings in 2023

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to decide on various zoning changes, temporary land use permits, and other business cases. The agenda includes a consent agenda with several recommended approvals for commercial and residential projects.

• Z-47(2023): Rezoning for landscaping and tree service at 1306, 1330 Gresham Road
• Z-62(2023): Rezoning for a convenience store with fuel sales at 2952 Cobb Parkway
• Z-65(2023): Rezoning for a mixed-use apartment and hotel development at 745, 755, 765 Cobb Place Boulevard
• Z-56(2023): Rezoning for a single-family subdivision at 5052 Hiram Lithia Springs Road
• LUP-27, 28, 31(2023): Temporary land use permit renewals for a personal care home, hair salon, and outdoor photography

The Board of Commissioners approved several rezoning requests and temporary land use permits via a consent agenda and regular agenda. The Board denied requests for firearm manufacturing and site plan amendments for two other properties. Several cases were held or continued to February 2024.

• Approved rezoning for landscaping service at 1302 Gresham Road (5-0)
• Approved rezoning for restaurant at 4774 Lower Roswell Road (5-0)
• Approved rezoning for convenience store at 2952 Cobb Parkway (5-0)
• Denied temporary land use permit for firearm manufacturing at 6585 Queen Mill Road (5-0)
• Denied site plan amendment for 5780 Powell Drive (5-0)
• Denied stipulation amendments for 740 Veterans Memorial Highway (5-0)
• Approved site plan amendment for 5450 Heyward Square Place (5-0)
• Held rezoning for mixed-use development at Chastain Road until Feb 20, 2024 (5-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting to hear petitions for zoning variances. The agenda includes three continued cases and 15 new business cases across four districts.

• V-101-2023: 4741 Norman Drive
• V-110-2023: 3754 Whithorn Way
• V-117-2023: 5100 Pindos Pass
• V-120-2023: 7030 Grinder Drive
• V-131-2023: 3120 New Paces Ferry Road

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved 14 variance requests via a consent agenda, mostly involving setbacks and impervious surface limits. Two requests for a fence height increase and a front-yard shed were denied. The board also established the 2024 hearing schedule.

• Approved 14 variance requests on Consent Agenda (5-0)
• Denied V-101 request for fence height up to 8 feet (5-0)
• Denied V-133 request for front-yard accessory structure (5-0)
• Adopted 2024 Variance Hearing schedule (5-0)
• Approved Nov 15, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Dec 11, 2023 special meeting minutes (5-0)

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing a proposed project list for the November 2024 MSPLOST ballot referendum. Other items include public hearings for water facility upgrades, park improvements, and various business investment grants.

• Proposed MSPLOST mobility project list and ballot referendum for November 2024
• Public hearing for South Cobb Water Reclamation Facility Expansion and Upgrade services
• Construction contract with Smith Pipeline, Inc. for Lindsey Drive Water Main Replacement
• Outdoor pump track construction at Pitner Road Park via in-kind donation up to $308,967.00
• Business Investment Grants for Hardcore Storage Solutions LLC, Refreshment Xpress Vending LLC, Empire Ink LLC, and The Party Cart LLC

The Board authorized the development of a Mobility Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (MSPLOST) referendum for November 2024 and accepted a proposed program of projects. The Board also approved several infrastructure contracts, grant awards for small businesses, and various administrative appointments.

• Approved MSPLOST proposed project list and 2024 ballot referendum development (3-2)
• Approved MOAs with Cumberland and Town Center CIDs for MSPLOST public education funding (3-2)
• Approved $399,769.50 contract with Smith Pipeline, Inc. for Lindsey Drive Water Main Replacement
• Approved $720,300.00 lease with Dell Financial Services LLC for 431 computers
• Approved $2,840,020.00 agreement with Atlas Technical Consultants, LLC for PARKS SPLOST program management
• Approved $553,843.00 for Traffic Signal System Preservation equipment
• Approved Business Investment Grants to Hardcore Storage Solutions ($5,000), Refreshment Xpress Vending ($7,000), Empire Ink ($4,000), and The Party Cart ($4,000)
• Authorized settlement of Amana Academy v. Cobb County litigation

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Planning Commission is considering several rezoning requests for residential, commercial, and industrial uses. The body will also review renewals for temporary land use permits and adopt the 2024 zoning hearing schedule.

• Rezoning for a mixed-use apartment and hotel development at 745, 755, 765 Cobb Place Boulevard
• Rezoning for a convenience store with fuel sales at 2952 Cobb Parkway
• Rezoning for a single-family subdivision at 5052 Hiram Lithia Springs Road
• Rezoning for heavy automotive repair at 2739 Delk Road
• Temporary land use permit renewals for a personal care home, hair salon, and outdoor photography business

The Planning Commission recommended approval for multiple rezoning requests, including a mixed-use development and several convenience stores. The commission recommended denial of a temporary land use permit for firearm manufacturing and established the 2024 meeting calendar.

• Recommended approval of Z-15 mixed-use development with two alternative options (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-30 convenience store at 4815 Canton Road (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-65 apartments and hotel at Cobb Place Blvd (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-48 office at 1880 Main Street (4-0)
• Recommended denial of LUP-29 firearm manufacturing at 6585 Queen Mill Road (3-1)
• Recommended approval of Z-47, Z-55, Z-56, Z-62, Z-63, Z-49 and LUPs 27, 28, 31 via Consent Agenda (4-0)
• Held Z-57, Z-60, Z-66, SLUP-8, LUP-30, and LUP-32 until February 6, 2024 (4-0)
• Adopted 2024 Zoning Hearing schedule (4-0)

1:30 Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will receive a presentation regarding the establishment of a stormwater utility fee. The proposed fee would be based on impervious surface area and include amendments to the Cobb County Code.

• Presentation on stormwater utility fee based on impervious surface area
• Proposed amendments to the Cobb County Code

The Board of Commissioners held a work session to review a presentation on establishing a stormwater utility fee based on impervious surface area. The session included a review of proposed rate structures and amendments to the Cobb County Code, but no votes were taken.

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will consider establishing a council to manage opioid abatement funds. The meeting includes decisions on several road improvement projects and the creation of new positions for the Cobb Co-Responder program.

• Establishment of the Cobb County Opioid Abatement Advisory Council
• Termination of Employee Parking Deck Fees effective January 12, 2024
• Contract with Axis Infrastructure, LLC for Kemp Family Park at 4331 Burnt Hickory Road
• Creation of 11 positions for the Cobb Co-Responder program
• Budget contingency request for the 2025 Major League Baseball All-Star Game

The Board approved several transportation contracts, including signal pole replacements and school zone improvements. It also authorized funding for the Cobb Co-Responder program and the 2025 MLB All-Star Game. Additionally, the Board voted to terminate employee parking deck fees effective January 12, 2024.

• Approved $253,365.61 for Casteel Road school zone improvements (5-0)
• Approved $396,926.63 for traffic signal pole replacements at four locations (5-0)
• Authorized creation of 11 positions for the Cobb Co-Responder program (5-0)
• Approved $1,589,752.00 in FY2025 budget request for 2025 MLB All-Star Game expenses (5-0)
• Approved termination of Employee Parking Deck Fees effective Jan 12, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved $79,945.00 contract for Kemp Family Park design and construction (5-0)
• Authorized $12,500.00 settlement for workers' compensation claim for Daniel Quedraogo (5-0)
• Approved appointments to the Hospital Authority of Cobb County (5-0)

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to decide on several rezoning applications, special land use permits, and site plan amendments. The agenda includes a mix of regular cases, consent items, and cases previously held or continued.

• Z-42/SLUP-7: Rezoning and permit for a climate controlled self-service storage facility on Blair Bridge Road
• Z-44: Rezoning for a personal care home for senior living at 200 Village Parkway
• OB-54-2023: Request for an oversized electronic sign face replacement at Asberry Drive and Cobb Parkway
• OB-51-2023: Public frontage reduction from 75-feet to zero-feet at 4430 Due West Road
• OB-53-2023: Lot size reduction to 13,310 square-feet and front setback variance at 1980 Daniel Street

The Board of Commissioners approved several rezoning requests for residential and commercial use, including a self-storage facility and a veterans village. Two temporary land use permits for excess vehicles were denied, and several site plan amendments were approved.

• Approved rezoning for climate-controlled self-storage at Blair Bridge Road (4-0)
• Approved rezoning for personal care home at 200 Village Parkway (4-0)
• Approved rezoning for single-family subdivision at 1901 Ross Road (4-0)
• Approved Special Land Use Permit for veterans village at 65 South Service Road (4-0)
• Denied temporary land use permit for excess vehicles at 3570 Memorial Parkway (4-0)
• Denied temporary land use permit for excess vehicles at 1714 Bertram Lane (3-0)
• Approved rezoning for office at 259 Veterans Memorial Highway to LRO district (4-0)
• Approved 12-month temporary permit for family farm/event center at 1901 Pair Road (4-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting to hear variance petitions for several properties. The agenda includes two continued cases and nine new business cases.

• V-101-2023: 4741 Norman Drive
• V-110-2023: 3754 Whithorn Way
• V-112-2023: 3995 Woodland Brook Drive
• V-114-2023: 5584 Mableton Parkway
• V-121-2023: 2021 East Piedmont Road

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved seven variance requests regarding setbacks, parking, and building height. Three cases were held or continued to a later date. The board also approved minutes from October 11 and November 13, 2023.

• Approved V-112 impervious buffer reduction (5-0)
• Approved V-113 front setback reduction (5-0)
• Approved V-114 parking, impervious coverage, and setback reductions (5-0)
• Approved V-115 parking reduction for FedEx Ground Package System, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved V-116 rear setback and accessory structure variance (5-0)
• Approved V-119 accessory structures for pool and pool house (5-0)
• Approved V-121 habitable accessory building breezeway (5-0)
• Approved V-118 impervious coverage and building height for elevator shaft (5-0)

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will conduct a public hearing regarding a consultant contract exceeding $100,000 for an Economic Development Strategic Plan. The body is also reviewing various infrastructure contracts, grant acceptances, and public safety equipment purchases.

• Public hearing for Economic Development Strategic Plan consultant services (fees likely to exceed $100,000)
• Approval of 2024 Countywide Unit Price Contracts with 18 bidders for construction and maintenance
• Purchase of 100 additional cameras from Axon Enterprise, Inc.
• Revenue Bonds for Liberty Classical Schools Foundation, Inc. for the Northwest Classical Academy Project
• Establishment of 'No Parking' zones on Sunset Boulevard, Lakeside Drive, and Freeman Place

The Board approved various construction and maintenance contracts, including a $9.9M fire station replacement and $15M for a new Capital Contingency Unit. The Board also authorized several grant acceptances and updated the Policy for Procurement of Professional Services.

• Approved $9.97M guaranteed maximum price for Fire Station 2 replacement
• Authorized $15M appropriation for a new Capital Contingency Unit (4-0)
• Approved $409,014.87 contract for Powder Springs traffic signal upgrade (4-0)
• Approved $2.64M agreement for roadway resurfacing (4-0)
• Authorized creation of 8 full-time and 1 part-time Victim Advocate positions (3-1)
• Approved $35M revenue bond issuance for Northwest Classical Academy project
• Approved $617,052 purchase of 100 cameras from Axon Enterprise, Inc.
• Approved updated Policy for Procurement of Professional Services

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Cobb County Planning Commission is holding a zoning hearing to decide on several land use changes. The agenda includes consent items for rezoning properties for personal care homes, restaurants, and single-family homes. It also includes continued cases for major commercial entities like QuikTrip and Toll Southeast LP, which were held for this date. One case was withdrawn without prejudice, and others were continued to a future meeting.

• Z-30-2023: QuikTrip Corporation (Held from previous meetings)
• Z-32-2023: Toll Southeast LP Company, Inc (Held from previous meetings)
• Z-49-2023: DG East Cobb Guthries, LLC requesting rezoning from PSC to NRC for a restaurant at 4774 Lower Roswell Road
• Z-44-2023: Gina Sullivan requesting rezoning from CF and R-40 to NRC for a personal care home at 200 Village Parkway
• Z-50-2023: CIVF VII - GA1M01 & GA1M02, LLC withdrawn without prejudice

The Planning Commission recommended approval for multiple rezoning requests, including a personal care home and several residential projects. The commission also acted on several temporary land use permits and continued multiple cases to December 5, 2023.

• Recommended approval of Z-44 for a personal care home (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-45 and Z-51 for single-family residences (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-54 for single-family residences (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-53 for a single-family subdivision (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-42 and SLUP-7 for a self-storage facility (5-0)
• Recommended approval of LUP-23, LUP-25, and LUP-26 temporary land use permits (5-0, 4-0, 4-0)
• Recommended denial of LUP-24 temporary land use permit (4-0)
• Continued Z-15, Z-30, Z-47, Z-49, and Z-52 to December 5, 2023

1:30 Work Session

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to review several reports. Presentations include the 2022 Annual Pension Report and assessments from PFM Group Consulting LLC and PFM Financial Advisors LLC.

• 2022 Annual Pension Report presentation
• PFM Group Consulting LLC Organizational Performance Efficiency Review and Assessment (OPERA) presentation
• PFM Financial Advisors LLC Credit assessment presentation

The Board of Commissioners held a work session consisting of three presentations. No official action was taken by the Board on any of the items presented.

Special Called Meeting

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners is outlining legislative priorities for the 2024 session. The agenda includes positions on transportation, housing, taxation, and local government authority.

• Support for the $10B Major Mobility Investment Program
• Proposal to raise public works bidding threshold from $100,000 to $250,000
• Opposition to state preemption of local oversight for short-term rentals and build-to-rent subdivisions
• Request to adjust property tax rollback rate formula for inflation
• Support for workforce housing incentives and rental registries

The Board of Commissioners met with the Cobb Delegation and County Officials to discuss hot topic items and the 2024 Legislative Agenda. No official action was taken by the Board during this meeting.

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will consider various items including public hearings for code amendments, grant applications, and multiple infrastructure and service contracts. The agenda also includes presentations, proclamations, and the approval of several intergovernmental agreements and budget amendments.

• Second public hearing for proposed amendments to various county chapters including Zoning
• Authorization for ARPA beneficiary grants for childcare and early childhood education businesses
• Contract with Excellere Construction, LLC for Bob Callan Trunk Trail, Phase 2, Segment B
• Contract with Tidwell Traffic Solutions, Inc. for 2023 Countywide Pavement Marking Contracts
• Public hearing for consultant services for an Economic Development Strategic Plan exceeding $100,000.00

The Board approved amendments to county codes regarding animals, environment, noise, zoning, and short-term rentals. They also established an eviction diversion program and authorized several transportation and public safety contracts. A resolution regarding support for Israel was denied to allow for further community discussion.

• Approved amendments to Chapters 10, 50, 78, 134 and Part II Chapter 2 of county code (5-0)
• Denied resolution declaring support for Israel and the Jewish community (5-0)
• Approved MOU for an eviction diversion program (5-0)
• Authorized $1M transfer for the Cobb Veterans Memorial Project (4-1)
• Approved $4.56M contract for Bob Callan Trunk Trail Phase 2 (5-0)
• Approved $4.55M purchase of four replacement fire apparatus from Ten-8 (5-0)
• Approved ARPA grants for childcare and early childhood education businesses (5-0)
• Approved 2024 Legislative Agenda (4-1)

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing several zoning cases, including regular cases and items on the consent agenda. Several cases were held or continued from previous meetings, while others were withdrawn without prejudice.

• Z-35: Rezoning request for single-family residence at 1350 Oak Ridge Road
• Z-37: Rezoning request for retail commercial at 395 Pat Mell Road
• Z-41: Rezoning request for professional office at 5797 Dallas Highway
• OB-44: Proposed reduction of minimum lot size to 13,930 square-feet at 3608 Carson Lane
• OB-46: Site plan and use approval for a group home at 2967 Sandy Plains Road

The Board of Commissioners approved several rezoning requests and land use permits, including a residential development at 3702 Spring Hill Road. The Board also approved various site plan amendments and lot size reductions through its consent agenda.

• Approved rezoning for single-family residences at 3702 Spring Hill Road (3-2)
• Approved 12-month temporary land use permit for 3450 Hopkins Court (5-0)
• Denied temporary land use permit for bus-to-RV conversion at 5025 Hill Road (5-0)
• Approved rezoning to R-20 at 1350 Oak Ridge Road (5-0)
• Approved rezoning to NRC for retail at 395 Pat Mell Road (5-0)
• Approved professional office permit at 5797 Dallas Highway (5-0)
• Approved site plan amendment for Cedarcrest Church at 4600 Cobb Parkway (5-0)
• Held rezoning for office at 2513 Austell Road until Nov 21, 2023 (5-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals is reviewing several variance requests, including consent items and regular new business. The agenda includes withdrawn cases, cases held until later dates, and various requests for setback reductions and accessory structure placements.

• V-99: Variance for fence height up to 12' at 189 Sentinel Place
• V-100: Variance for fence height up to 15' and setback reduction at 1215 Milford Forest Drive
• V-103: Variance for accessory structures and non-hardened surface use at 4561 McClure Road
• V-104: Variance for rear and front setback reductions at 1805 Crescent Hill Drive
• V-105: Variance for side setback reduction for a 1,200 square foot detached garage at 4109 Brigade Trail

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved seven variance requests via a consent agenda and one on the regular agenda. The Board denied three variance requests and held two others for future hearings.

• Approved Consent Agenda cases V-100, V-103, V-104, V-105, V-106, V-107, and V-109 (5-0)
• Approved V-99 fence height variance subject to landscape plan (5-0)
• Denied V-91 accessory structure setback variance (5-0)
• Denied V-102 electric meter and accessory structure variance; ordered removal of structures within 60 days (5-0)
• Denied Variance No. 1 and approved Variance Nos. 2, 3, and 4 for V-111 (4-1)
• Held V-101 fence height variance until December 13, 2023 (5-0)
• Held V-110 setback variance until November 15, 2023 (5-0)
• Allowed V-98 to be withdrawn without prejudice (5-0)

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board will conduct a public hearing regarding proposed amendments to several county chapters, including zoning and animal laws. The agenda also includes various contract approvals for water, sewer, and transportation projects, as well as several grant acceptances.

• Public hearing on proposed amendments to Chapters 10, 50, 78, 134, and Part II Chapter 2
• Contract for uniform rental services exceeding $100,000.00 with Cintas Corporation No. 2
• Zoning application for property at 4600 Atlanta Road, Smyrna, Georgia 30080
• Annexation notice for a 25 acre tract of land at Lake Acworth Drive
• Agreement for an eviction diversion program with The Center for Family Resources

The Board approved a contract extension for County Manager Jackie R. McMorris through December 31, 2026. The Board also authorized numerous transportation and water system contracts, accepted several grants, and held a public hearing on proposed code amendments.

• Approved contract extension for County Manager Jackie R. McMorris through Dec 31, 2026 (5-0)
• Approved $6.76M contract with K. M. Davis Contracting Co., Inc. for Sope Creek Sewer Repairs
• Approved $28.8M Change Order with Motorola Solutions Inc. for 800 MHz Radio System maintenance
• Approved $3M contract with Backbone Infrastructure, LLC for Mableton Parkway Pedestrian Improvements, Phase 2
• Approved $1.37M supplemental agreement with IP Construction, LLC for Pebblebrook High School school zone improvements
• Approved $10,000 Business Investment Grant for High Performance Sports and Training Solutions, LLC
• Approved $25,000 spay and neutering voucher program for Animal Services
• Approved annexation Notice of Non-Objection for 25 acres on Lake Acworth Drive into the City of Acworth

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Planning Commission is reviewing several rezoning applications and special land use permits. The body will also consider amendments to Chapter 134 of the Official Code of Cobb County.

• Rezoning 1350 Oak Ridge Road from NS to R-20 for a single-family residence
• Rezoning 2513 Austell Road from R-20 to LRO for an office
• Rezoning 395 Pat Mell Road from NS to NRC for retail commercial
• Rezoning 5797 Dallas Highway from R-30 to NRC for a plumbing business office
• Rezoning and Special Land Use Permit for climate controlled self storage on Blair Bridge Road

The Cobb County Planning Commission held its zoning hearing on October 3, 2023, addressing multiple rezoning requests, temporary land use permits, and proposed code amendments to Chapter 134. Several cases were approved, denied, deleted, or held for future hearings, while the consent agenda and previous meeting minutes were also approved.

• Approved revised Consent Agenda (4-0)
• Held case Z-15 until November 7, 2023 (4-0)
• Held case Z-30 until November 7, 2023 (4-0)
• Held case Z-32 until November 7, 2023 (4-0)
• Recommended denial of temporary land use permit LUP-21 (4-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning Z-38 to RA-5 with conditions (4-0)
• Recommended deletion of rezoning Z-39 to a Special Land Use Permit (4-0)
• Held cases Z-42 and SLUP-7 until November 7, 2023 (4-0)

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will consider various consent and regular agenda items including water facility contracts, transportation projects, and public safety agreements. The meeting includes presentations, proclamations, and the review of alcoholic beverage ordinance summaries.

• Construction contract with Heavy Constructors, Inc. for South Cobb Water Reclamation Facility
• Construction contract with Reeves Young, LLC for R. L. Sutton Water Reclamation Facility
• Agreement with Engineering Strategies, Inc. for South Cobb Water Reclamation Facility consulting
• Public hearing for consultant services exceeding $100,000.00 for R. L. Sutton Water Reclamation Facility
• Intergovernmental Agreement with City of Smyrna for Red Light Running Photo Enforcement System

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners approved a $27.6 million program management agreement for SPLOST transportation projects and authorized up to $48 million in revenue anticipation certificates for Wellstar Health System. The Board also approved a $11.9 million water reclamation facility contract and adopted the 2023-2028 Strategic Plan by a 3-2 vote, with Commissioners Birrell and Gambrill dissenting. Commissioners Birrell and Gambrill attached statements to all votes protesting the Board's previous redistricting actions.

• Approved $27.6M program management agreement with Atkins North America for SPLOST projects (5-0)
• Authorized $48M revenue anticipation certificates for Wellstar Health System (Consent Agenda)
• Approved $11.9M construction contract for South Cobb Water Reclamation Facility (Consent Agenda)
• Adopted Cobb County Strategic Plan 2023-2028 (3-2, Birrell and Gambrill opposed)
• Approved $2.6M ARPA consulting services change order with Deloitte (5-0)
• Approved $1.3M contract for aquatic center improvements (5-0)
• Authorized $6M vehicle replacement procurement for FY2024 (Consent Agenda)
• Approved $130,349 grant for District Attorney Victim Witness Unit (Consent Agenda)

1:30 Work Session

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to review information regarding recommended amendments to the Cobb County Code. The session will also include a presentation on the 2022 Update to the Local Emergency Operations Plan and Damage Assessment Reporting Tool.

• Presentation on recommended amendments to the Cobb County Code
• Presentation on the 2022 Update to the Local Emergency Operations Plan and Damage Assessment Reporting Tool

The Board of Commissioners held a work session to receive presentations on proposed amendments to the Cobb County Code and updates to the Local Emergency Operations Plan. No official action was taken by the Board during this meeting.

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing several zoning and land use cases via the consent agenda. The meeting includes rezoning requests for commercial and automotive uses, a temporary land use permit renewal for a dance studio, and several site plan or stipulation amendments.

• Rezoning Z-33(2023) for commercial/retail at 6652 Ernest Barrett Parkway
• Rezoning Z-34(2023) for light automotive and showroom at 4946, 4948 Cobb Parkway
• LUP-20 renewal for a dance studio at 1483 Kennesaw Due West Road
• Site plan amendment for 7 Oaks Stables, LLC at 300 Cooper Lake Road
• Stipulation amendments for South Crescent Realty Partners, LLC and Tindols & Allgood, LLC

The Board of Commissioners approved several rezoning requests for commercial and residential use, including a 55+ active adult subdivision. The Board also granted temporary land use permits for vehicle parking and approved various site plan amendments.

• Approved rezoning for 55+ active adult subdivision at 3920 Hiram Lithia Springs Road (4-1)
• Approved rezoning to CRC for 6652 Ernest Barrett Parkway (5-0)
• Approved rezoning to NRC for 4946-4948 Cobb Parkway (5-0)
• Approved 12-month land use permit for vehicle parking at 1740 Creveis Road (5-0)
• Approved 24-month land use permit for dance studio at 1483 Kennesaw Due West Road (5-0)
• Approved lot size reduction and gravel driveway at 690 Shiloh Road (5-0)
• Denied lot size and setback variances at 183 Pat Mell Road (5-0)
• Tabled land use permit for 3570 Memorial Parkway until October 17, 2023 (5-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to review two continued cases and six new variance petitions. The board will determine if the requested property variances are granted.

• V-85-2023: 1450 Acworth Due West Road
• V-91-2023: 652 Powers Ferry Road
• V-93-2023: 4002 Saddlebrook Creek Drive
• V-94-2023: 4396 Laughlin Court
• V-95-2023: 2445 Elmhurst Boulevard

The Board approved five variance requests regarding setbacks, accessory structures, and impervious coverage. One fence height request was postponed, and one case was withdrawn.

• Approved V-85 for accessory building setbacks and second electrical meter with six conditions (4-0)
• Approved V-93 for front and accessory structure setbacks with two conditions (4-0)
• Approved V-94 for rear setback reduction with two conditions (4-0)
• Approved V-95 for rear and side setback reductions with two conditions (4-0)
• Approved V-96 to increase impervious coverage from 35% to 41.55% with one condition (4-0)
• Tabled V-98 fence height request until November 15, 2023 (4-0)
• V-97 impervious buffer request withdrawn without prejudice
• V-91 accessory structure setback request continued to October 11, 2023

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding supplemental internal audit services. The meeting includes votes on various transportation repairs, park improvements, and the purchase of drones for fire and emergency services.

• Public hearing for supplemental internal audit services with fees not to exceed $150,000.00
• Condemnation proceedings for one parcel on Mableton Parkway Pedestrian Improvements, Phase 2
• Purchase of six 2023 Skydio X2E drones for Fire and Emergency Services
• Software licenses over $100,000.00 from Dell Marketing LP for Microsoft server licenses
• Contract with Breedlove Land Planning, Inc. for synthetic turf conversion at Wallace and Lost Mountain Parks

The Board approved several water system service contracts and a grant for the Juvenile Court's CASA Program. A public hearing for supplemental internal audit services was held, but no official action was taken.

• Approved $148,214.74 grant from Georgia Court Appointed Special Advocates, Inc. for CASA Program
• Approved unit price contract with Bermex, Inc. for FY24-FY26 Water Meter Reading Services
• Approved Supplemental Agreement No. 3 with UWS, Inc. to extend Water Meter Changeout Services through FY24
• Approved Supplemental Agreement No. 3 with Jacobs Project Management Company for Construction Management Services not to exceed $7,853,025.90
• Authorized two easements for Akers Mill Area Outfall Sewer Replacement
• Approved $10,525.35 in additional funding for W. E. Contracting Co. for 3190 Brandy Station
• Approved addition of workers' compensation claim settlement for Brittney Robinson to consent agenda (4-0)

Special Called Meeting

Cobb County is holding a stakeholder meeting regarding Dobbins Air Force Base. The session includes presentations from military leadership, the National Guard, Lockheed Martin, and the Georgia Tech Research Institute.

• Presentation by Dobbins Air Force Base (Colonel Parks, Brigadier General Coburn, Chief Master Sergeant Cox)
• Presentation by Lockheed Martin (Rod McLean)
• Presentation by Georgia Tech Research Institute (Bill Dracos)
• Participation by Cobb County Director of Community Development Jessica Guinn

The Board of Commissioners met for a stakeholder discussion regarding Dobbins Air Reserve Base. No official action was taken by the Board.

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Cobb County Planning Commission is reviewing several zoning cases and land use permits. The meeting includes a consent agenda for specific rezoning and permit renewals, as well as regular cases and one continued case to be heard.

• Z-33-2023: Rezoning request from R-20 to CRC for commercial and retail at 6652 Ernest Barrett Parkway
• Z-34-2023: Rezoning request from GC to NRC for light automotive and cabinet showroom at 4946-4948 Cobb Parkway
• LUP-20-2023: Temporary Land Use Permit renewal for a dance studio at 1483 Kennesaw Due West Road
• LUP-18-2023: Continued land use permit case for Haley Lopez
• Regular cases Z-29-2023, Z-30-2023, LUP-19-2023, and LUP-21-2023

The Planning Commission recommended approval for two rezoning requests and one dance studio permit renewal. The commission recommended denial for two temporary land use permits regarding vehicle limits and recommended a different zoning district for a proposed active adult subdivision.

• Recommended approval of Z-33 rezoning to CRC for commercial and retail (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-34 rezoning to NRC for automotive and cabinet showroom (5-0)
• Recommended approval of LUP-20 renewal for a dance studio (5-0)
• Recommended denial of LUP-18 for vehicle limit exception (5-0)
• Recommended Z-29 be changed to R-20OSC for active adult subdivision (5-0)
• Tabled Z-30 convenience store rezoning until October 3, 2023 (5-0)
• Recommended denial of LUP-19 for vehicle limit exception (5-0)
• Continued LUP-21 vehicle and adult limit request until October 3, 2023 (5-0)

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing several transportation contracts for sidewalks and road widening. The meeting also includes proposals to combine and redraw election precincts for the November 7, 2023, municipal elections.

• Contracts with Glosson Enterprises, LLC for sidewalks on Lost Mountain Road and Sewell Mill Road
• Engineering design agreement with Gresham Smith for Big Shanty Road Widening
• Combination of election precincts in Acworth, Austell, and Smyrna
• Annexation of 3.528 acres at 2349 Windy Hill Road into the City of Marietta
• Transit operations and maintenance contract with Transdev Services, Inc. for CobbLinc

The Board of Commissioners approved several construction contracts and emergency work ratifications for the water system. They also authorized a new state-paid victim advocate position for the District Attorney's Office.

• Approved creation of State Paid Victim Advocate Position (Pay Grade 107)
• Ratified $203,381.07 emergency work payment to Chatfield Contracting, Inc.
• Approved $994,635.00 sewer replacement contract with K. M. Davis Contracting Co., Inc.
• Ratified payment up to $448,592.00 to Wade Coots Company, Inc. for sewer interceptor replacement
• Approved $3,488,000.00 contract with IHC Construction Companies, LLC for Noonday Creek facility improvements
• Approved Change Order No. 5 for Reeves Young, LLC (up to $774,454.00) and Supplemental Agreement No. 3 for Arcadis U.S., Inc. (up to $69,525.43)
• Approved Supplemental Agreement No. 2 with Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc. up to $413,200.00

1:30 Work Session

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to review information regarding the development of a project list. This list is intended for a 2024 Mobility Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax referendum.

• Presentation on the 2024 Mobility Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST) project list

The Board of Commissioners held a work session to review a presentation on the development of a project list for a 2024 Mobility Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (MSPLOST) referendum. The presentation covered transit goals, revenue forecasts, and high-capacity transit scenarios. No official action was taken by the Board.

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing multiple rezoning requests, temporary land use permits, and site plan amendments. The meeting includes a consent agenda with several recommended approvals for retail and residential projects.

• Rezoning 31 Johnson Ferry Road for a retail coffee shop (Z-67-2022)
• Rezoning 3640 Cochran Lake Road for single-family residences (Z-26-2023)
• Rezoning Mableton Parkway for retail (Z-27-2023)
• Site plan amendment for Poag Shopping Centers at 3625 Dallas Highway (OB-34-2023)
• Lot size reduction request for 6645 Starling Drive (OB-35-2023)

The Board approved several rezoning requests for retail, residential, and commercial uses, as well as temporary land use permits. One request for a beauty salon rezoning was deleted from the agenda, and a request for a case continuance was denied.

• Approved Z-67 rezoning to NRC for a retail coffee shop (31 Johnson Ferry Road)
• Deleted Z-23 rezoning request for a beauty salon (750 Chastain Corner Road)
• Approved Z-26 rezoning to R-15 for single-family residences (3640 Cochran Lake Road)
• Approved Z-27 rezoning to NRC for retail (Mableton Parkway)
• Approved LUP-16 temporary land use permit for 12 months (2327 Sebring Court)
• Approved LUP-17 temporary land use permit for 24 months (230 Rocky Top Court)
• Approved O.B. 34 site plan amendment for Poag Shopping Centers, LLC (3625 Dallas Highway)
• Approved O.B. 35 lot size reduction to 10,846 square feet (6645 Starling Drive)

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals is reviewing requests for variances regarding property setbacks, impervious surface limits, and parking surfaces. Ten cases are on the consent agenda with recommended approvals, and one case is scheduled for regular review.

• V-85: Proposed 3,150 square foot shop/barn at 1450 Acworth Due West Road
• V-80: Request for 8-foot fence and setback reduction at 2458 Clintwood Drive
• V-79: Request to increase impervious surface from 35% to 40% at 2575 Acacia Park Place
• V-87: Request to increase impervious coverage to 45% at 2201 Ellis Mountain Drive
• V-92: Regular case for Raffinee Gonzalez

The Board approved 10 variance requests regarding setbacks, impervious surfaces, and fence heights. Three cases were withdrawn and one was continued to a future hearing. The Board also approved minutes from three previous July and August meetings.

• Approved V-78 setback and gravel drive variance (5-0)
• Approved V-79 impervious surface increase to 40% (5-0)
• Approved V-80 fence height and setback variance (5-0)
• Approved V-83 accessory structure setback and gravel drive variance (5-0)
• Approved V-84 pergola setback variance (5-0)
• Approved V-86 front setback reduction to 24 feet (5-0)
• Approved V-87 impervious coverage and patio setback variance (5-0)
• Approved V-89 gravel drive and accessory structure setback variances (5-0)

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will conduct public hearings regarding consultant services with fees likely exceeding $100,000, including work for the South Cobb Water Reclamation Facility. The board will also consider various contract extensions, infrastructure projects, and policy revisions.

• Public hearing for consultant services exceeding $100,000 for South Cobb Water Reclamation Facility Primary Clarifier Rehabilitation and Biosolids Thickening
• Amendment to lease and operating agreement with Hawthorne Global Aviation Services, LLC for a new terminal at Cobb County International Airport - McCollum Field
• Design of a new traffic signal on Veterans Memorial Highway at Buckner Road via Jacobs Engineering Group, Inc.
• Condemnation proceedings for one parcel on Mableton Parkway Pedestrian Improvements, Phase 2
• Construction services for Parking Lot Resurfacing at Silver Comet Trail Florence Road Trailhead

The Board approved several supplemental agreements to extend water system maintenance contracts through FY24. It also approved a final change order for the Brookhaven Water Main Replacement resulting in a project savings of $202,351.45. No official action was taken following public hearings regarding consultant services.

• Approved extension of FY22-FY23 Miscellaneous Plumbing Services through FY24
• Approved final Change Order No. 1 for Brookhaven Water Main Replacement ($202,351.45 savings)
• Approved extension of FY21-FY22 Fire Hydrant Maintenance and Repair through FY24
• Approved extension of FY22-FY23 Easement Maintenance Services through FY24
• Approved extension of FY23 Manhole and Valve Box Adjustments through FY24
• Approved extension of FY23 Water, Sewer, and Miscellaneous Services through FY24
• Approved final Change Order No. 1 for Violet F. Stout Park Barn Exterior Renovations ($27,011.00 credit)
• Approved property access agreement with Cobb EMC for Jim R. Miller Park

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Planning Commission is reviewing several zoning cases, including requests for a retail coffee shop and single-family residences. The body is also considering a temporary land use permit renewal for occupancy and parking limits at a residential property.

• Z-67(2022): Rezoning request for a retail coffee shop at 31 Johnson Ferry Road
• Z-26(2023): Rezoning from R-20 to R-15 for single-family residences at 3640 Cochran Lake Road
• LUP-17: Temporary Land Use Permit renewal for 230 Rocky Top Court to allow up to seven adults and five cars
• Z-25-2023: Regular case for Taner Hamzawi
• Z-27-2023: Regular case for Impact Worship Center

The Planning Commission voted on multiple rezoning requests and temporary land use permits. Several projects were recommended for approval with specific conditions, while others were recommended for denial.

• Recommended approval of Z-67 for retail coffee shop (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-26 for single-family residences (4-0)
• Recommended approval of LUP-17 for adult/vehicle limit renewal (4-0)
• Recommended denial of 22Z-60 mixed-use development (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-23 for beauty salon (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-24 for convenience store (4-0)
• Recommended denial of LUP-11 for firewood storage (4-0)
• Recommended denial of Z-25 for townhomes (4-0)

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will vote to adopt the FY 2024 Budget and set 2023 millage rates. The meeting includes a third public hearing on a proposed 2023 property tax increase and a vote on new water system rates effective October 1, 2023.

• Adoption of the FY 2024 Budget
• Third public hearing on the 2023 proposed property tax increase
• Approval of Cobb County Water System's Schedule of Rates, Charges, and Fees
• Authorization of technology purchase over $100,000 from SHI International Corp. for Cityworks software
• De-annexation of 3.75 acres at 5550 Story Road from the City of Powder Springs

The Board approved the FY 2024 Budget and set the 2023 millage rates for several county funds. The Board also established the 2023 countywide school tax for maintenance and operations. Several grant applications and infrastructure work orders were approved via the consent agenda.

• Adopted FY 2024 Budget (3-2)
• Set 2023 millage rates for General Fund (8.460), Fire Fund (2.990), Bond Fund (0.000), CSSD II (2.450), and SFSSD (3.500) (3-2)
• Adopted 2023 countywide school tax for maintenance and operations at 18.700 mills (5-0)
• Approved $55,039 work order for 5893 Brookside Drive stormwater management
• Ratified $115,816.77 emergency payment to Wade Coots Company, Inc. for 1000 Circle 75 Parkway bypass pumping
• Approved final change order for White Boulevard Sidewalk resulting in $30,036.66 savings
• Approved Parking Rental Agreement with Cobb County School District for Lassiter High School parking at Carl Harrison Park (5-0)
• Authorized settlement of workers' compensation claim for IT. Law (5-0)

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing several rezoning requests and temporary land use permits. The meeting includes a consent agenda for specific residential and facility requests and a regular agenda for other zoning cases.

• Z-13: Rezoning from R-30 to R-20 for a single-family subdivision on Antioch Road
• Z-20: Rezoning from R-20 to R-15 for single-family residences at 3581 Ridge Road
• LUP-13: Temporary Land Use Permit renewal for two houses on one lot at 264 Lee Road
• LUP-15: Temporary Land Use Permit renewal for a daycare/preschool at 2330 Burnt Hickory Road
• OB-30-2023: Proposed reduction of minimum road frontage for Triple J Homes, LLC at 3612 Old 41 Highway

The Board of Commissioners approved four zoning and land use requests via a consent agenda and allowed one case to be withdrawn. Several other rezoning cases were withdrawn without prejudice or continued to future hearings.

• Approved Z-13 rezoning to R-20 for single-family subdivision (Consent Agenda)
• Approved Z-20 rezoning to R-15 for single-family residences (Consent Agenda)
• Approved LUP-13 temporary land use permit for two houses on one lot for 24 months (Consent Agenda)
• Approved LUP-15 temporary land use permit for daycare and preschool for 24 months (Consent Agenda)
• Approved O.B. 30 reduction of minimum road frontage for Triple J Homes, LLC
• Approved withdrawal without prejudice of Z-18 townhome subdivision request (5-0)
• Withdrawn without prejudice: Z-12 (townhomes), Z-19 (hotel), and Z-22 (office)

Special Called Meeting

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to conduct a second public hearing regarding a proposed property tax increase for 2023. This hearing is required by Georgia law.

• Second public hearing on the 2023 proposed property tax increase

The Board conducted the second public hearing regarding the proposed 2023 property tax increase. Twenty-two speakers addressed the Board. No vote was taken; adoption is scheduled to follow a third public hearing on July 25, 2023.

• Conducted second public hearing on 2023 proposed property tax increase

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting to review variance petitions for 10 different properties. These hearings determine if specific zoning rules can be waived for the requested sites.

• V-68-2023: 1630 Wildwood Road
• V-69-2023: 3020 Royal Oak Road
• V-70-2023: 3938 Cash Landing
• V-71-2023: 2653 Sandpoint Way
• V-72-2023: 3495 Rivers Call Boulevard

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved nine variance requests related to setbacks, impervious coverage, and accessory structures. One case was withdrawn without prejudice. The board also approved meeting minutes from June 14 and July 10, 2023.

• Approved V-68 setback, fence height, and impervious coverage variances (5-0, Summerour recused)
• Approved V-69 stream buffer reduction (5-0)
• Approved V-70 rear setback reduction (5-0)
• Approved V-71 accessory structure placement (5-0)
• Approved V-72 impervious coverage increase (5-0)
• Approved V-73 front setback reduction (5-0)
• Approved V-76 impervious coverage increase (5-0)
• Approved V-77 rear setback reduction (5-0)

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will conduct public hearings regarding the FY 2024 Proposed Budget and a proposed 2023 property tax increase. The body will also consider the creation of several street light districts and various transportation and infrastructure contracts.

• Public hearing on the FY 2024 Proposed Budget
• First public hearing on the 2023 proposed property tax increase
• Public hearing on the formation of the Brookcliff Street Light District
• Consultant services for South Cobb Water Reclamation Facility likely exceeding $100,000.00
• Alcoholic beverage license hearing for Rees 427, LLC at 1815 South Cobb Drive

The Board authorized the creation of the Brookcliff Street Light District and approved several grant applications and contracts. Public hearings were held regarding the FY 2024 Proposed Budget and a proposed 2023 property tax increase, both of which are pending further action.

• Authorized creation of Brookcliff Street Light District and $45,778 in budget transactions (5-0)
• Approved Project Agreement with Controlled Access, Inc. for mobile camera systems (5-0)
• Authorized application for 2023 Victims of Crime Act Grant for Cobb Family Advocacy Center (5-0)
• Approved $500,000 CJCC grant for Juvenile Court personnel and operations (5-0)
• Authorized public hearing for consultant services exceeding $100,000 for South Cobb Water Reclamation Facility (5-0)
• Approved final Change Order No. 1 for Butch Thompson Enterprises, Inc. resulting in $41,518.08 savings (5-0)
• Withdrew alcoholic beverage license hearing for Rees427, LLC d/b/a Liquor Store (5-0)
• Added review of License Review Board appeal for Rees 427, LLC to consent agenda (5-0)

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Planning Commission is considering several zoning changes and land use permits. This includes a rezoning request for single-family residences and renewals for temporary land use permits for a residential lot and a daycare facility.

• Z-20-2023: Rezoning from R-20 to R-15 for single-family residences at 3581 Ridge Road
• LUP-13-2023: Temporary Land Use Permit renewal for two houses on one lot at 264 Lee Road
• LUP-15-2023: Temporary Land Use Permit renewal for a daycare/preschool at 2330 Burnt Hickory Road
• Z-60-2022: Hearing for Branch Acquisition Company, LLC
• SLUP-6-2023: Hearing for Clarkdale Ventures, LLC

The Planning Commission recommended approval for three rezoning requests and two temporary land use permits. One rezoning request was withdrawn, and one was held until the August 1, 2023, hearing.

• Recommended approval of Z-20 rezoning to R-15 for single-family residences
• Recommended approval of LUP-13 temporary land use permit for two houses on one lot
• Recommended approval of LUP-15 temporary land use permit for daycare and preschool
• Recommended approval of Z-13 rezoning to R-20 for a single-family subdivision
• Recommended approval of Z-9 rezoning to R-20 for a church
• Approved withdrawal of Z-22 rezoning request for an office (5-0)
• Held Z-60 mixed-use development rezoning until August 1, 2023 (5-0)

1:30 Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to receive a presentation on the Proposed FY 2024 Budget.

• Presentation of the Proposed FY 2024 Budget

The Board held a work session to review the proposed FY 2024 budget presented by Chief Financial Officer William Volckmann. No official action was taken during this meeting. A public hearing is scheduled for July 11, 2023, with budget adoption set for July 25, 2023.

• No official action was taken

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on proposed zoning code amendments and a facility assessment contract exceeding $100,000. The meeting includes decisions on road resurfacing, the sale of county property in Smyrna, and the construction of a public safety firing range.

• Public hearing for proposed amendments to Chapter 134 (Zoning) of the Official Code of Cobb County
• Public hearing for facility conditions assessment consultant fees likely exceeding $100,000.00
• Sale of 3.789 +/- acres at 4600 Atlanta Road, Smyrna to Flournoy Development Group, LLC
• Design/build contract with Catamount Constructors, Inc. for a Public Safety Firing Range
• Intergovernmental Agreement with City of Smyrna for resurfacing on Dixie Avenue

The Board approved a construction contract for the Akers Mill Area Outfall Sewer Replacement and adopted amendments to the county's zoning code. Additionally, the Board accepted over $3.4M in American Rescue Plan Act funds for park projects.

• Approved $10,495,196.00 construction contract with Ruby-Collins, Inc. for Akers Mill Area Outfall Sewer Replacement
• Approved proposed amendments to Chapter 134 (Zoning) of the Official Code of Cobb County (5-0)
• Accepted $3,466,068.10 in American Rescue Plan Act funds for Fair Oaks Park and Booth Road Park
• Approved temporary Access Agreement with Beep, Inc. for Autonomous Vehicle Pilot Program on Interstate 285 Multiuse Bridge
• Authorized $83,445.00 modification to Purchase Order with Creative Bus Sales, Inc. for five CobbLinc paratransit vehicles
• Authorized application for Victims of Crime Act grant funds for Juvenile Court CASA Program
• Authorized termination of Exchange Agreement with Venture Communities, LLC (5-0)
• Recommended appointment of the Public Safety Agency Director (5-0)

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing several rezoning requests and temporary land use permits. The meeting includes a consent agenda for specific site approvals and a regular agenda for other business and zoning cases.

• Z-16-2023: Rezoning request for a bakery at 2601 Sandy Plains Road
• LUP-9-2023: Temporary land use permit renewal for a childcare center at 3022 Crest Ridge Circle
• LUP-10-2023: Temporary land use permit renewal for clothing alterations and bridal sales at 3230 Kimberly Road
• OB-25-2023: Site plan and stipulations amendment for CMC Custom Homes, LLC at 3141 Acworth Due West Road
• Z-17-2023 and SLUP-5-2023: Regular cases for Caliber Capital Kennesaw, LLC

The Board of Commissioners approved a rezoning request for a bakery and two temporary land use permit renewals. Several other zoning cases were withdrawn or continued to future hearings.

• Approved Z-16 rezoning from O&I to NRC for a bakery at 2601 Sandy Plains Road
• Approved LUP-9 temporary land use permit renewal for a childcare center at 3022 Crest Ridge Circle
• Approved LUP-10 temporary land use permit renewal for clothing alterations and bridal gown sales at 3230 Kimberly Road
• Approved withdrawal without prejudice of Z-8 car wash request at 2595 Bells Ferry Road (4-0)
• Withdrawn without prejudice: 22Z-55 (single-family subdivision), Z-14 (mixed-use), and LUP-12 (adult occupancy)

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to hear petitions for variances at nine different properties. These cases are categorized as new business for the board.

• V-59-2023: 5025 Hill Road
• V-60-2023: 3765 McKay Road
• V-61-2023: 3515 Jefferson Township Parkway
• V-62-2023: 2536 Sunny Lane
• V-67-2023: 1155 Ernest Barrett Parkway

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved nine variance requests regarding property setbacks, accessory structures, and impervious coverage. All approved requests were subject to specific conditions, including usage restrictions and department recommendations. The board also approved minutes from May 10 and June 12, 2023.

• Approved V-59 setback reductions for garage and sheds (5-0)
• Approved V-60 setback reductions and second electrical meter (5-0)
• Approved V-61 setback reductions for two-story detached garage (5-0)
• Approved V-63 side and front setback reductions (5-0)
• Approved V-64 side and rear setback reductions (5-0)
• Approved V-65 workshop location, setbacks, and second electrical meter (5-0)
• Approved V-66 side setback reduction (5-0)
• Approved V-67 increase of impervious coverage from 70% to 78.2% (5-0)

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will conduct public hearings regarding proposed zoning amendments and transportation engineering services. The body is also considering various grant appropriations for court programs and multiple infrastructure contracts for drainage and road improvements.

• Public hearing for proposed amendments to Chapter 134 (Zoning) of the Official Code of Cobb County
• Public hearing for engineering design services for 2022 SPLOST sidewalk projects costing $100,000.00 or more
• Purchase of technology from Prosys Information Systems exceeding $100,000.00 for Cisco Collaboration Flex Enterprise Agreement
• Purchase of firefighting garments from Municipal Emergency Services (MES) exceeding $100,000.00
• Acquisition of two office buildings on approximately 10 acres at 1828 West Oak Parkway and 1975 West Oak Circle

The Board approved a Certificate of Compliance for a single-family residence at 81 Sherwood Lane. Several grant applications and awards for court programs were authorized via the Consent Agenda. Public hearings were held regarding sidewalk engineering and zoning amendments, but no official action was taken on those items.

• Approved Chattahoochee Corridor Certificate of Compliance for residence at 81 Sherwood Lane (4-0)
• Authorized District Attorney to apply for Project Safe Neighborhoods Violence Reduction Microgrant ($15,000)
• Authorized grant term extension for Metro Atlanta Cold Case Sexual Assault Task Force through Sept 30, 2023
• Approved $242,537 CJCC grant for Drug Treatment Court Program
• Approved $207,764 CJCC grant for Mental Health Court Program
• Approved $222,333 CJCC grant for Veterans Accountability and Treatment Court Program
• Approved $92,084 CJCC grant for Juvenile Drug Treatment Court Program
• No action taken on 2022 SPLOST sidewalk engineering design services or Chapter 134 Zoning amendments

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Planning Commission is meeting to discuss continued and new zoning cases across four districts. The body will also consider proposed 2023 amendments to the Cobb County Comprehensive Plan and Future Land Use Map.

• Proposed 2023 Amendments to the Cobb County Comprehensive Plan and Future Land Use Map
• Zoning case Z-16-2023: 2601 Sandy Plains Road
• Zoning case Z-17-2023: 500, 510 Roberts Court
• SLUP-6-2023: 4622 Austell Powder Springs Road
• Zoning case Z-55-2022: 4701 Post Oak Tritt Road

The Planning Commission recommended approval for a bakery, a car wash split-zoning, and a residential subdivision. Two temporary land use permits for a childcare center and clothing alterations were also recommended for approval.

• Recommended approval of Z-16 for a bakery (4-0)
• Recommended approval of LUP-9 for a childcare center (4-0)
• Recommended approval of LUP-10 for clothing alterations and bridal gown sales (4-0)
• Recommended approval of 22Z-65 for a single-family subdivision (4-0)
• Recommended approval of split zoning for Z-8 car wash (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-11 for a bakery (4-0)
• Tabled Z-9 church rezoning until July 5, 2023 (4-0)
• Withdrew cases 22Z-55, Z-14, and LUP-12 without prejudice

1:30 Work Session

The Board of Commissioners is meeting for a work session to receive presentations. The session includes updates from the Atlanta Regional Commission and a report on diversity, equity, and inclusion from United Way of Greater Atlanta and Chrysalis Lab.

• Update from the Executive Director and CEO of the Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC)
• Update from United Way of Greater Atlanta and Chrysalis Lab on diversity, equity and inclusion in Cobb County

The Board of Commissioners held a work session to receive presentations from the Atlanta Regional Commission and a joint group consisting of United Way of Greater Atlanta and Chrysalis Lab. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded during the session.

• Received update from Atlanta Regional Commission regarding 25-year regional vision
• Received diversity, equity, and inclusion study presentation from United Way of Greater Atlanta and Chrysalis Lab

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will conduct a public hearing regarding the proposed Cobb County Strategic Plan. The body is also considering various infrastructure contracts for water, sewer, and transportation projects.

• Public hearing on the proposed Cobb County Strategic Plan
• Authorization for technology services with TEKsystems, Inc. exceeding $100,000.00
• Authorization for software subscription with SHI International Corp. exceeding $100,000.00
• Public hearing for consultant services for Facilities Condition Assessment exceeding $100,000.00
• Contracts for drainage repairs on Bracken Court, Stonewall Drive, Valley Reserve Court, and Owl Creek Drive

The Board of Commissioners approved several infrastructure contracts for water and transportation services. A public hearing was held regarding the proposed Cobb County Strategic Plan, but no official action was taken on the plan.

• Approved $1.86M construction contract with CaJenn Construction & Rehabilitation Services, Inc. for FY23 Stormwater Drain Rehabilitation
• Approved $184,908 agreement with Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. for Glenleigh Park Detention Pond Wall Foundation Failure Repair Design
• Approved final funding for Site Engineering, Inc. for Dunn Hill Acres Dry Sewer Activation, resulting in a $9,914.47 savings
• Approved Work Order No. G1 (up to $90,010) with Crawford, Murphy, and Tilly, Inc. for Air Traffic Control Tower Equipment Upgrades at McCollum Field
• Approved Work Order No. G2 (up to $83,866) with Crawford, Murphy, and Tilly, Inc. for Airport Boundary Survey at McCollum Field
• Approved settlement of a workers' compensation claim for James Ronald Puckett
• Adopted proclamations for Mental Health Awareness Month and Foster Care Awareness Month

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Board of Commission is meeting to consider zoning changes, special land use permits, and other business cases. The agenda includes cases continued from the Planning Commission and new business items across all four districts.

• Zoning cases for 4701 Post Oak Tritt Road, 4874/4888 Atlanta Road, and 2840 Plant Atkinson Road
• Zoning cases for Maxham Road, 31 Johnson Ferry Road, and 2595 Bells Ferry Road
• Zoning cases for 540 South Gordon Road, 1411 Veterans Memorial Highway, and Mableton Parkway
• Special Land Use Permits for 1818/1830 Austell Road and 621/633/651 Veterans Memorial Highway
• Other Business cases including 4825 Cobb Parkway and 5447 Lakeside Court

The Board of Commissioners processed several zoning requests, primarily continuing or withdrawing cases. One stipulation amendment was withdrawn, and three other cases were postponed to the June 20, 2023, hearing.

• Approved withdrawal of O.B. 18 stipulation amendment for Johnson Ferry Rd, LLC (4-0, Cupid abstained)
• Continued O.B. 13 road frontage and setback variance for Edward M. Glancy, Jr. until June 20, 2023 (5-0)
• Continued O.B. 23 site plan and stipulations for Iglesia Misionera Roca de Salvacion until June 20, 2023 (5-0)
• Continued O.B. 25 site plan and stipulations for CMC Custom Homes, LLC until June 20, 2023 (5-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold hearings to consider variance requests for several properties. The meeting includes two continued cases and seven new business cases.

• V-40-2023: 2155 Pair Road
• V-44-2023: 397 Julia Drive
• V-55-2023: 425 Ernest Barrett Parkway
• V-56-2023: 2751 Florence Road
• V-58-2023: 731 Olde Towne Lane

The Board approved seven variance requests on the Consent Agenda and one on the Regular Agenda. The board also amended a previous 2022 approval regarding parking spaces and approved minutes from April and May 2023.

• Approved Consent Agenda variances V-40, V-44, V-53, V-54, V-55, V-56, and V-58 (5-0)
• Approved V-52 basketball court rear setback variance with time and lighting restrictions (5-0)
• Approved amendment to V-80 (September 2022) regarding parking space site plan (5-0)
• Approved minutes for April 12, 2023, and May 8, 2023 (5-0)
• Case V-57 withdrawn without prejudice

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will conduct public hearings regarding the proposed Cobb County Strategic Plan and a residence at 101 Sherwood Lane. The body is also considering various infrastructure contracts and budget amendments.

• Public hearing on the proposed Cobb County Strategic Plan
• Public hearing for a single-family residence at 101 Sherwood Lane
• Authorization for technology purchase over $100,000.00 from Mythics, Inc. for the Sheriff’s Office
• Contract with C. W. Matthews Contracting Company, Inc. for Silver Comet Trail Connector and Atlanta Road Bridge
• Contract with Daikin Applied Americas, Inc. for dehumidification units at Mountain View, South Cobb, and West Cobb Aquatic Centers

The Board approved several water system contracts, including a $934,655 consulting agreement and a $537,320 water main replacement. A construction certificate for a residence at 101 Sherwood Lane was approved following a public hearing. The Board also authorized a multi-year agreement for a mobile ticketing system for CobbLinc buses.

• Approved Chattahoochee Corridor Certificate of Compliance for 101 Sherwood Lane (5-0)
• Approved $934,655 consulting agreement with Engineering Strategies, Inc. for South Cobb Water Reclamation Facility
• Approved $537,320 construction contract with D & H Construction Company for Old Concord Road Phase 1 Water Main Replacement
• Approved $82,863.50 work order with Chatfield Contracting Inc. for 3762 Water Lily Way
• Approved addition of F.S. Scarborough, LLC to Prequalified Contractors for Water and Sewer Line Construction
• Approved amendments to McCollum Field Airport Advisory Board Bylaws regarding remote attendance
• Approved MOU with Atlanta-Region Transit Link Authority for Breeze Mobile ticketing on CobbLinc fleet (2023-2026)
• Approved addition of Kell Longhorn basketball certificates to agenda (4-0)

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Planning Commission is meeting to discuss continued and new business cases regarding zoning and land use. The body will review requests for specific properties across four districts.

• Zoning cases for 4701 Post Oak Tritt Road, 4874/4888 Atlanta Road, and 2840 Plant Atkinson Road
• Zoning cases for Maxham Road, 31 Johnson Ferry Road, 2595 Bells Ferry Road, and 540 South Gordon Road
• New zoning business for 3700 Kemp Ridge Road, 1411 Veterans Memorial Highway, and Mableton Parkway
• Land Use Permits (LUP) for 25 Trail Road and 1362 Old Virginia Court
• Special Land Use Permits (SLUP) for 621/633/651 Veterans Memorial Highway and 1818/1830 Austell Road

The Cobb County Planning Commission held a zoning hearing on May 2, 2023, where most cases were continued or held for further review. The Commission recommended approval of a rezoning for an office at 3700 Kemp Ridge Road (Z-10) and a special land use permit for used auto sales at 621, 633, and 651 Veterans Memorial Highway (SLUP-3), both with conditions. Several other cases were continued to future hearings, and two temporary land use permits were approved on the consent agenda.

• Recommended approval of Z-10 (office rezoning at 3700 Kemp Ridge Road) 5-0 with conditions
• Recommended approval of SLUP-3 (used auto sales at 621-651 Veterans Memorial Highway) 5-0 with conditions
• Held Z-55 (rezoning at 4701 Post Oak Tritt Road) until June 6, 2023, 5-0
• Held Z-9 (church at 540 South Gordon Road) until June 6, 2023, 5-0
• Held SLUP-4 (auto storage yard at 1818-1830 Austell Road) until June 6, 2023, 5-0
• Continued Z-13 (rezoning at Antioch Road) until June 6, 2023, 5-0
• Approved consent agenda including LUP-7 (artist studio at 25 Trail Road) and LUP-8 (photography studio at 1362 Old Virginia Court) 5-0
• Several other cases continued by staff to June 6, 2023, without commission vote

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will vote on several service agreements, including computer replacements and sheriff's office equipment. The meeting also includes reviews of county personnel policies and various infrastructure repairs.

• Purchase of Mobile Data Computers and accessories over $100,000 for the Cobb County Sheriff’s Office
• Lease with Dell Financial Services LLC to replace up to 443 computers
• Emergency drainage repairs on Chadwick Road via D & H Construction Company, Inc.
• Adoption of a personnel fee schedule for special fire services
• Approval of a strategic plan development agreement with Accenture LLP

The Board of Commissioners approved several infrastructure and technology contracts, including sewer extension designs and a computer replacement lease. The board also issued several proclamations and recognized community donations.

• Approved $643,746 agreement with Freese and Nichols, Inc. for FY23 Sewer Extension Designs
• Approved $141,800 agreement with Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. for Pearl of East Cobb Detention Pond repair design
• Approved $60,544 work order with Wade Coots Company, Inc. for 1564 East Bank Drive
• Approved quitclaim deed to 3246 Cochise Dr, LLC for an abandoned sanitary sewer easement
• Approved Fifth Amendment to Cobblestone Golf Course Management Agreement with Affiniti Golf Partners, LLC
• Approved lease with Dell Financial Services LLC not to exceed $596,477 to replace up to 443 computers
• Approved addition of Marsy's Law for Georgia presentation to the agenda (5-0)

1:30 Work Session

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to receive two presentations. The session covers a housing assessment and updates on economic development initiatives.

• Presentation of the Cobb County Housing Assessment
• Update on Cobb County Economic Development initiatives

The Board of Commissioners held a work session featuring presentations on economic development initiatives and a county housing assessment. No official actions were taken by the Board during the meeting.

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Board of Commission is meeting to consider zoning changes and land use permits. The agenda includes cases continued from the Planning Commission and new business items.

• Zoning cases for 4701 Post Oak Tritt Road, 4874 and 4888 Atlanta Road, and 2840 Plant Atkinson Road
• Zoning and Special Land Use Permit (SLUP) requests for Mableton Parkway
• Zoning cases for 1715 Austell Road, 141 and 143 Parker Drive, and 17 Lott Avenue
• Land Use Permit (LUP) for 1837 Austell Circle
• Other Business cases including Gordy Parkway and Shallowford Road, and 4825 Cobb Parkway

The Board approved a rezoning for a single-family residence and three other business requests via a consent agenda. Two other stipulation amendments were continued to a future hearing. Several other cases were not considered due to previous continuances.

• Approved rezoning of 17 Lott Avenue from GC to R-15 for a single-family residence (5-0)
• Approved stipulation amendment for 775 Hawkins Store Road (5-0)
• Approved road frontage reduction to 12-feet for 4253 Lower Roswell Road (5-0)
• Approved minimum lot size reductions for 1666 Concord Drive (5-0)
• Continued stipulation amendment for Johnson Ferry Rd, LLC until May 16, 2023 (5-0)
• Continued stipulation amendment for Terwilliger Pappas Multi-Family Partners, LLC until May 16, 2023 (5-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting to review two continued cases and 13 new variance requests. The board will determine if these specific properties are granted exceptions to zoning regulations.

• V-32-2023: 905 Liberty Hill Road
• V-36-2023: 118 Dogwood Drive
• V-40-2023: 2155 Pair Road
• V-47-2023: 820 Acworth Due West Road
• V-50-2023: 3870 Lower Roswell Road

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BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on engineering design services for five road projects and a procurement disparity study. The body is also deciding on various infrastructure contracts, opioid litigation settlements, and alcohol license appeals.

• Public hearing for engineering design services of $100,000 or more for South Cobb Drive, Cobb Parkway, Johnson Ferry Road, and Swift-Cantrell Park
• Public hearing for a procurement practices disparity study contract likely exceeding $100,000
• Resolution to settle opioid litigation with Teva, Allergan, Walmart, Walgreens, and CVS
• Contract with Axis Infrastructure, LLC for a bridge and boardwalk at Leone Hall Price Park
• Appeal hearings for beer, wine, and Sunday sales licenses for Benson Food Mart and El Barco Marisqueria

The Board approved a resolution to settle claims against several opioid pharmaceutical defendants and enter into a memorandum of understanding with the State of Georgia. The Board also approved various transportation, park, and facility contracts, and upheld the denial of a liquor license for Benson Food Mart.

• Approved opioid settlement with Teva, Allergan, Walmart, Walgreens and CVS (4-1)
• Upheld administrative denial of beer, wine and Sunday sales licenses for Benson Food Mart (4-1)
• Approved $462,131.50 contract with Brooks-Berry-Haynie and Associates, Inc. for traffic signal upgrades (5-0)
• Approved $489,266.00 contract with S. Edwards, LLC for roof replacement at Public Health Headquarters (5-0)
• Approved $182,912.00 contract with The Surface Masters, Inc. for West Cobb Aquatic Center parking lot resurfacing (5-0)
• Approved $215,430.97 contract with ABC Concrete Finishers, Inc. for Cobblestone Golf Course cart path replacement (5-0)
• Approved $97,750.00 contract with Axis Infrastructure, LLC for Leone Hall Price Park bridge and boardwalk (5-0)
• Approved $986,133.00 cleaning services contract with Public Facilities & Services, Inc. (5-0)

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Planning Commission is meeting to review continued and new zoning cases. The body will discuss land use and zoning requests for various properties across four districts.

• Z-55-2022: 4701 Post Oak Tritt Road
• Z-60-2022: 4874, 4888 Atlanta Road and 2840 Plant Atkinson Road
• Z-67-2022: 31 Johnson Ferry Road
• Z-2-2023: 1715 Austell Road and 141, 143 Parker Drive
• Z-7-2023: 17 Lott Avenue

The Planning Commission recommended the denial of a rezoning request for a mixed-use retail and multifamily development. One rezoning request for a single-family residence was recommended for approval, while two other cases were held until May. The commission also approved minutes from two previous meetings.

• Recommended approval of Z-7 rezoning to R-15 for a single-family residence (3-0)
• Recommended denial of Z-2 rezoning from GC to PVC for mixed-use development (3-0)
• Held 22Z-55 rezoning request for a single-family subdivision until May 2, 2023 (3-0)
• Held Z-9 rezoning request for a church until May 2, 2023 (3-0)
• Approved March 7, 2023 Zoning Hearing minutes (3-0)
• Approved March 27, 2023 Special Called Meeting minutes (3-0)

Special Called Meeting

The body is meeting to discuss HB 489 concerning city and county elected officials. The agenda includes presentations on land use, current services, and a Service Delivery Strategy Report.

• Overview of HB 489
• Land use discussions
• Overview of current services
• Service Delivery Strategy Report by Eaves Consulting Group, LLC

The Board of Commissioners met to receive information and discuss the Service Delivery Strategy (SDS) update required by HB 489. Staff and consultants provided overviews of land use, current services, and tax equity analysis. No official action was taken by the Board.

• No official action was taken

1:30 Work Session

The Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to receive a presentation from Accenture LLP. The discussion focuses on the Strategic Plan.

• Presentation from Accenture LLP regarding the Strategic Plan

The Board of Commissioners held a work session to receive a presentation from Accenture LLP regarding the Strategic Plan. No substantive decisions were made during the meeting.

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners is conducting public hearings for two detention pond repair projects. The body is also voting on various grant applications, infrastructure contracts, and the adoption of a new county lease policy.

• Public hearings for repair designs at Pearl of East Cobb and Glenleigh Park detention ponds (contracts >$100,000)
• Adoption of a Cobb County Lease Policy for county-owned and third-party properties
• Purchase of 30 cardiac monitors/defibrillators using ARPA funding
• Contract with Excellere Construction, LLC for Callaway Road Sidewalk
• Lease agreement for the Marietta/Cobb Museum of Art at 30 Atlanta Street

The Board approved several infrastructure projects, including a $2.2M sidewalk contract and various utility relocations. The Board also authorized the purchase of 30 cardiac monitors and adopted a new county-wide lease policy.

• Approved $2,276,600 contract with Excellere Construction, LLC for Callaway Road Sidewalk (4-0)
• Approved purchase of 30 Cardiac Monitors/defibrillators using ARPA funds (5-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 3 with Deloitte Consulting LLP for ARPA administration (3-2)
• Adopted Cobb County Lease Policy for county-owned and third-party properties
• Approved lease agreement with Marietta/Cobb Museum of Art, Inc. for 30 Atlanta Street
• Approved $106,435 and $238,134 utility relocation agreements with Georgia Power Company (4-0 each)
• Approved $79,072.50 work order with Chatfield Contracting, Inc. for 3906 Sharpel Lane
• Affirmed liquor, beer, wine, and Sunday sales license for MMD Empires, LLLP (Esco Marietta Restaurant and Tapas)

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Board of Commission is meeting to review zoning cases, land use permits, and other business cases. The agenda includes several properties in Districts 1, 2, 3, and 4.

• Zoning cases for 4701 Post Oak Tritt Road, 4874/4888 Atlanta Road, and 31 Johnson Ferry Road
• Zoning cases for Mableton Parkway, 900 Bates Road, and 1810 Mulkey Road
• Land Use Permits for 1487 Milford Church Road and 1837 Austell Circle
• Special Land Use Permits for Mableton Parkway and 4290 Freeman Road
• Other Business cases for 2011 Bullard Road, 4825 Cobb Parkway, and 478 Windy Hill Road

The Board approved rezoning for retail and industrial uses and granted several temporary land use permits and site plan amendments. Three rezoning requests for subdivisions and storage facilities were denied, and several other cases were continued or withdrawn.

• Approved Z-3 rezoning to NRC for retail at 674 South Gordon Road (5-0)
• Denied Z-61 rezoning for single-family subdivision at 900 Bates Road (4-0)
• Denied Z-4 rezoning and SLUP-2 for self-storage at 4290 Freeman Road (5-0)
• Approved Z-6 rezoning to TS for storage and parking at 1806 Atlanta Road (5-0)
• Approved 22LUP-23 temporary permit for landscape business at 1487 Milford Church Road (5-0)
• Approved O.B. 12 site plans for 478 Windy Hill Road (5-0)
• Approved O.B. 10 stipulation amendment for Edenton HOA (4-1)
• Approved O.B. 48 road frontage reduction for Alva Glass (5-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to review new business variance cases for properties across various districts. The board will determine if the requested exceptions to zoning rules are granted.

• Variance request for 4121 Christacy Way
• Variance request for 3308 Woodrun Trail
• Variance request for 2870 Acworth Due West Road
• Variance request for 905 Liberty Hill Road
• Variance request for 3051 Covington Road

The Board approved six variance requests via a consent agenda, including setbacks and impervious coverage adjustments. Three cases were withdrawn or continued, and the board approved minutes from February and March 2023.

• Approved V-29 retaining wall height variance (5-0)
• Approved V-30 impervious coverage and setback variances (5-0)
• Approved V-31 accessory structure setbacks and gravel drive (5-0)
• Approved V-33 impervious coverage variance (5-0)
• Approved V-37 gazebo rear setback variance (5-0)
• Approved V-38 deck and shed setback variances with 60-day inspection limit (5-0)
• Continued V-32 setback variance to April 12, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved minutes for Feb 15 and March 13, 2023 (4-0, 1 abstention)

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will discuss transit center site selection studies and various infrastructure repairs. The meeting includes public hearings for legislative consulting and liquor license appeals.

• Consultant agreements with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. for Marietta and South Cobb Transit Center site selection studies
• Design/Build contract with John W. Spratlin and Son LLC for the replacement of Fire Station 2
• Proposed internal auditing services contract not to exceed $150,000.00
• Appeal hearings for liquor licenses at 1172 Milford Church Rd, SW and 2200 Powder Springs Road
• Contract with Integrated Construction and Nobility, Inc. for a community center in Old Clarkdale Park

The Board approved several major infrastructure contracts, including the rebuild of Gritters Library and the construction of a community center at Old Clarkdale Park. They also authorized transit site selection studies and upheld a liquor license for Giant Wine & Spirits. Multiple stormwater and sewer repair work orders were approved via the consent agenda.

• Approved $9,147,500 Supplemental Agreement for Gritters Library and NE Cobb Community Center rebuild (5-0)
• Approved $851,987.31 contract for Old Clarkdale Park Community Center (5-0)
• Approved $426,164 for Marietta Transit Center Site Selection Study (5-0)
• Approved $395,956 for South Cobb Transit Center Site Selection Study (5-0)
• Upheld liquor, beer, wine and Sunday sales licenses for Giant Wine & Spirits (4-1)
• Approved $2,747,760 for new Water Billing Software from Itineris NA, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $940,970 initial phase contract for Fire Station 2 replacement (5-0)
• Approved $300,000 donation from North Georgia State Fair for Jim R. Miller Park (5-0)

SWMA Annual Meeting

The Solid Waste Management Authority is meeting to approve previous minutes and receive a departmental update. The presentation will cover the operation of privatized facilities and the status of environmental, litter, and recycling programs in Cobb County.

• Approval of March 8, 2022 meeting minutes
• Update on privatized facilities and environmental programs from the Sustainability, Waste and Beautification Department

The Authority approved the 2021 meeting minutes and elected its board officers for 2022. The board also received annual operational updates from the Sustainability, Waste, and Beautification Department, though no official action was taken on those reports.

• Approved minutes of March 9, 2021 (5-0)
• Elected Lisa Cupid as Chairwoman (5-0)
• Elected Monique Sheffield as Vice Chair (5-0)
• Appointed Chief Finance Officer as Secretary/Treasurer (5-0)
• Appointed Clerk to the Commission as Clerk to the Authority (5-0)

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Planning Commission is meeting to review continued and new zoning cases. The body will discuss land use and zoning requests for various properties across four districts.

• Z-55-2022: 4701 Post Oak Tritt Road
• Z-60-2022: 4874, 4888 Atlanta Road and 2840 Plant Atkinson Road
• Z-67-2022: 31 Johnson Ferry Road
• Z-2-2023: 1715 Austell Road and 141, 143 Parker Drive
• LUP-6-2023: 1837 Austell Circle

The Planning Commission recommended approval for a temporary landscape business permit and a retail rezoning request. The Commission recommended denial of a self-storage facility and a residential parking permit. Several other zoning cases were withdrawn or continued.

• Recommended approval of LUP-23 for landscape business (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-3 rezoning for retail (5-0)
• Recommended denial of Z-4 rezoning for self-storage (5-0)
• Recommended denial of SLUP-2 for self-storage (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-6 rezoning for light industrial (5-0)
• Recommended denial without prejudice of LUP-6 parking permit (5-0)
• Approved February 7, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved February 27, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board will consider authorizing the creation and funding of the Cobb Family Advocacy Center. The meeting also includes several decisions regarding transportation contracts, drainage repairs, and utility improvements.

• Authorization of funding for the new Cobb Family Advocacy Center
• Public hearing authorization for Glenleigh Park Dam Foundation Failure Repair Design (fees likely exceeding $100,000.00)
• Purchase of networking equipment and deployment services exceeding $100,000.00 for wireless network replacement
• Approval of drainage system repairs on Owl Creek Drive with Excellere Construction, LLC
• Approval of annexation notice for 2.20 acres at 1650 North Cobb Parkway into the City of Kennesaw

The Board authorized the creation and funding of the Cobb Family Advocacy Center and approved several transportation planning contracts for a 2024 mobility tax referendum. Other actions included approving a police camera contract and an annexation of land into the City of Kennesaw.

• Authorized creation and funding of Cobb Family Advocacy Center (4-1)
• Approved three planning contracts for 2024 Mobility SPLOST referendum (3-2 each)
• Approved $1.3M contract with Utility Associates, Inc. for police cameras
• Approved $1.54M wireless network equipment purchase from Prosys Information Systems, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved annexation of 2.20 acres at 1650 North Cobb Parkway into City of Kennesaw
• Approved $383,049 engineering design for Pete Shaw Road Sidewalk (5-0)
• Approved $198,104.75 for emergency drainage repairs on Fairgreen Drive (5-0)
• Appointed Jason Shepherd to Development Authority of Cobb County (5-0)

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to discuss and decide on various zoning, land use permits, and special land use permits. The agenda includes cases continued from the Planning Commission and new business cases across all districts.

• Zoning cases including 4701 Post Oak Tritt Road and 1140-1150 Terrell Mill Road
• Land Use Permits for 693 Kurt Drive and 4549 Stilesboro Road
• Special Land Use Permits for 3561 Frey Lake Road and 411 Barber Road
• Other Business cases for 2011 Bullard Road and 4825 Cobb Parkway
• Case OB-2-2023 for Gus Robinson Road listed as withdrawn

The Board approved several rezoning requests for residential and commercial developments, including a grocery store and a car wash. The Board denied rezoning for a single-family subdivision and a self-storage facility. Six amendments to the Comprehensive Plan and Future Land Use Map were also approved.

• Approved rezoning for Lidl grocery store to CRC district (5-0)
• Approved rezoning for car wash to NRC district (5-0)
• Approved rezoning for Brock Built Homes to R-20/OSC (5-0)
• Denied rezoning for David Pearson Communities single-family subdivision (5-0)
• Denied rezoning and special land use permit for ADP-Terrell Mill self-storage (4-1)
• Denied special land use permit for Hillels of Georgia student center (5-0)
• Approved 6 amendments to the Comprehensive Plan and Future Land Use Map (5-0)
• Approved site plan amendment for Chick-fil-A second drive-thru lane (5-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting to hear petitions for variances at various properties. The agenda includes three continued cases and 15 new business cases.

• V-4: 5830 Awtrey Church Road
• V-8: 1791 Mulkey Road
• V-9: 205 Hawkins Store Road
• V-22, V-23, V-24: 5590 Mableton Parkway
• V-26-2023: 1100 Regal Hills Lane

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners is voting on five separate appropriations of American Rescue Plan Act funds for infrastructure, health, economic development, and public safety. The meeting also includes various transportation contracts and public hearings for liquor licenses.

• Proposed ARPA appropriations totaling $87,695,400.02 across five categories
• Public hearing for engineering design services exceeding $100,000 for Cumberland Core Loop and other projects
• Five-year contract with Axon Enterprises, Inc. for police body cameras and video evidence management
• Public hearing for a single family home construction at 60 Sherwood Lane
• Alcoholic beverage license hearings for 2338 Benson Poole Rd. and 2520 Austell Rd.

The Board approved multiple appropriations of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds for infrastructure, community health, economic development, and public safety. The Board also approved several road resurfacing contracts and a resolution opposing legislation to increase truck size or weight on public roads.

• Approved $19,346,000 ARPA funds for county infrastructure (5-0)
• Approved $23,894,591 ARPA funds for community health projects (4-1)
• Approved $21,513,980.02 ARPA funds for economic development (5-0)
• Approved $10,037,829 ARPA funds for public safety projects (5-0)
• Approved $23,299,000 ARPA funds for support services (4-1)
• Approved resolution opposing legislation to increase authorized truck size or weight on GA roads (5-0)
• Approved $8,177,510.69 contract with Axon Enterprises, Inc. for police camera systems (5-0)
• Approved $11.6M, $11.9M, and $12.4M resurfacing contracts with Bartow Paving and Blount Construction (5-0)

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Planning Commission is meeting to discuss continued and new cases regarding zoning, land use permits, and special land use permits. The body will also consider amendments to the 2023 Comprehensive Plan.

• Zoning cases for 4701 Post Oak Tritt Road and 4874, 4888 Atlanta Road
• Land Use Permits for 4175 Keheley Road and 1487 Milford Church Road
• Special Land Use Permits for 1140, 1150 Terrell Mill Road and 3561 Frey Lake Road
• New zoning requests for 411 Barber Road and 1715 Austell Road
• 2023 Comprehensive Plan Amendments

The Planning Commission recommended approval for multiple rezoning requests, including a grocery store and a car wash, and several temporary land use permits. The commission recommended denial for a Jewish Faith Student Center and a vehicle parking permit. Several other cases were withdrawn or continued to future hearings.

• Recommended approval of rezoning for Lidl grocery store (4-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning for car wash at 4400 Shallowford Road (4-0)
• Recommended approval of 24-month temporary permits for a community garden, personal care home, and flower farm (4-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning for single-family subdivision at 880 Friendship Church Road (4-0)
• Recommended denial of Special Land Use Permit for Jewish Faith Student Center (4-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning for shopping center at Mableton Parkway (4-0)
• Recommended approval of five Zoning Decisions and one Commissioner Proposal for Comprehensive Plan amendments (4-0 and 3-1)
• Re-elected Stephen Vault as Chairman and Michael Hughes as Vice Chair (4-0)

Special Called Meeting

The Board of Commissioners is meeting from February 1 to February 3, 2023, for a retreat. The sessions include strategic planning facilitated by Accenture and updates from staff.

• Strategic planning session facilitated by Accenture
• Staff updates

The Board of Commissioners held a multi-day retreat from February 1 to February 3, 2023, focused on strategic planning and staff updates. The minutes record that no official action was taken by the Board during these sessions.

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will decide on various infrastructure projects, including water main replacements and road improvements. The body is also considering safety equipment purchases for police vehicles and the installation of license plate readers in county parks.

• Purchase of police Mobile Data Computers and equipment exceeding $100,000.00
• Contract with Flock Safety for 16 Automatic License Plate Reader systems in six county parks
• Resolution to levy an ad valorem tax to repay Cobb County School District Short-Term Construction Notes, Series 2023
• Lease with Dell Financial Services LLC to replace up to 491 computers
• Water main replacements for Mabry Road and Valley Brook

The Board of Commissioners approved several RAISE grant applications for transportation planning and a $4.16M grant request for CNG buses. Other key actions included ratifying emergency repairs at the Adult Detention Center and approving the installation of license plate readers in six parks.

• Approved $4.16M grant request for six CNG buses (5-0)
• Authorized RAISE grant applications for Cumberland Core Loop, East-West Connector, and Cobb Parkway projects (5-0)
• Ratified $1.5M emergency electrical and drainage repairs at Adult Detention Center (5-0)
• Approved $277,600 contract for 16 license plate readers in six parks (5-0)
• Approved $102.35M ad valorem tax levy to repay School District Short-Term Construction Notes (5-0)
• Approved $642,069 contract for Mars Hill Road bridge repair (5-0)
• Approved $216,258 for emergency drainage repairs on Eagles Crest Drive (5-0)
• Approved minutes from Dec 13, Jan 9, and Jan 10 meetings (3-2)

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting to review new and continued variance requests for various properties. The board will determine if these properties qualify for exceptions to zoning regulations.

• V-120: 3307 Winthrop Circle (Continued)
• V-131: 2082 Pinevale Drive (Continued)
• V-134: 822 Fox Hollow Parkway (Continued)
• V-1 through V-15: New variance requests for 15 different properties
• Public inspection of property descriptions available at 1150 Powder Springs Street

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will discuss various transportation and water system contracts, including drainage repairs and transit center site studies. The body is also considering a $1 million grant application for the new Gritters Library and several board reappointments.

• Application for a $1,000,000.00 Capital Outlay Grant for the new Gritters Library
• Public hearing for consultant services exceeding $100,000.00 for FY23 Sewer Extension Designs
• Authorization for replacement vehicles and capital items exceeding $100,000.00
• Annexation of 0.47 acres located at 3575 Old Thompson Road
• Purchase of 11 replacement apparatus from Ten-8 for fire and emergency response

The Board approved several high-value infrastructure contracts, including sewer replacements and road designs. It also authorized a $1M grant application for the new Gritters Library and approved various liquor licenses and annexations.

• Approved $11,955,338.00 for 11 replacement fire and emergency response apparatus
• Approved $9,663,048.00 contract with Reynolds Construction of Georgia, LLC for Galleria Area Outfall Sewer Replacement
• Approved $1,000,000.00 Capital Outlay Grant application for new Gritters Library construction
• Approved Chattahoochee Corridor Certificate of Compliance for 90 Sherwood Lane (3-0)
• Approved $828,780.61 agreement with Pond & Company for Bells Ferry Road engineering
• Approved $737,053.89 contract with Blount Construction Company Inc. for County Recycling Center rehabilitation
• Affirmed liquor licenses for Maple Street Biscuit Company and Westfield Tavern
• Approved annexation of 0.47 acres at 3575 Old Thompson Road into the City of Austell