College Park, Georgia

Alcoholic License Review Board (ALRB)

The Alcoholic License Review Board meeting scheduled for July 15, 2026, has been cancelled.

Pension Board

The College Park Pension Board will meet to discuss cost-of-living adjustments, medical benefits, and the Early Retirement Incentive Program. The meeting is in-person only.

• Discussion on COLA (Cost of Living Adjustment)
• Discussion on medical benefits
• Discussion on ERIP Early Retirement Incentive Program
• Pension-related administrative matters

Charter Review Commission

The College Park Charter Review Commission will meet to review and discuss Article VII and Article VIII of the City Charter. The meeting will be held in-person at the Police Department.

• Review and discuss Article VII of City Charter
• Review and discuss Article VIII of City Charter
• Meeting held at College Park Police Department

The commission approved the meeting agenda with a 7-0-0 vote. They discussed Article VII and Article VIII of the city charter but took no action on either. The meeting adjourned at 7:53 p.m.

• Approved meeting agenda (7-0-0)
• Reviewed Article VII – no action taken
• Reviewed Article VIII – no action taken

Planning Commission

The College Park Planning Commission will review and approve meeting minutes from March and October 2025. The body will also consider a text amendment to codify 'reasonable accommodation' within the city's zoning and development standards.

• Review/Approval of March 30, 2026 Meeting Minutes
• Review/Approval of October 17, 2025 Meeting Minutes
• Text amendment to codify 'reasonable accommodation' in zoning and development standards
• Review/Approval of Subdivision Approval – Wally Park
• Review/Approval of Re-plat Approval – 1000 Naturally Fresh Boulevard

Planning Commission

The College Park Planning Commission will review and approve minutes from its March 30, 2026 and October 27, 2025 meetings, each with specific line amendments. It will discuss a text amendment to Appendix A (Zoning), Article 6 (Development Standards) and Article 13 (Administration) to further codify “reasonable accommodation,” including a wording change from “any person” to “applicant” and a condition that the amendment not proceed until related ordinance changes are approved. The commission will also consider a request for the comprehensive plan team to present at the July 27, 2026 meeting.

• Approve March 30, 2026 meeting minutes with amendments to lines 369, 766, and 1010.
• Approve October 27, 2025 meeting minutes with date change to October 25, 2025 and amendments to lines 59‑62, 699, 731, and 734‑735.
• Consider text amendment to Appendix A (Zoning), Article 6 and Article 13 to codify “reasonable accommodation,” replace “any person” with “applicant,” and defer until related ordinance changes are approved.
• Request for the comprehensive plan team to present at the July 27, 2026 meeting.

Special Called Meeting

The College Park Mayor & City Council will hold a special meeting to consider bids for the Development Management Office. They will also appoint members to the Board of Directors for Ward 1 and Ward 2, including positions on the BIDA and the Board of Zoning Appeals. No other items are listed.

• Consideration of Development Management Office (DMO) bids
• Appointment of Ward 1 board members (BIDA and Board of Zoning Appeals)
• Appointment of Ward 2 board members (BIDA and Board of Zoning Appeals)

The council unanimously approved the City Manager's recommendation to designate Destination Must Visit Tourism Alliance, Inc. as the city's Destination Marketing Organization. Councilwoman McKenzie also appointed Tonya Wright to the Board of Zoning Appeals, with all members voting in favor. No action was taken on the Ward 1 BIDA appointment, and the meeting was adjourned at 4:24 p.m.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Designated Destination Must Visit Tourism Alliance as DMO (unanimous)
• Appointed Tonya Wright to Board of Zoning Appeals (unanimous)
• No action on Ward 1 BIDA appointment
• Adjourned meeting at 4:24 p.m. (unanimous)

Alcoholic License Review Board (ALRB)

The Alcoholic License Review Board meeting scheduled for June 17, 2026, has been cancelled.

Charter Review Commission

The College Park Charter Review Commission will meet on June 16, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. in the Public Safety Community Room A. The commission will review and discuss Article V of the city charter. It will also review and discuss Article VI of the city charter. No decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Review and discuss Article V of the City Charter
• Review and discuss Article VI of the City Charter

Workshop Items

The College Park City Council will hold a workshop to review a proposal for residential electric rates and a community economic development strategy. The meeting will be held in-person and broadcast live.

• Presentation on Electric Residential Rates by Power Department Director Hugh Richardson
• Community Economic Development, Business Activation & Destination Strategy Year One Engagement Consulting Proposal

Special Called Meeting

The College Park Mayor and City Council will consider a request to approve the most responsive and responsible vendor for Destination Marketing Organization (DMO) services under RFP 26-57. The vendor would provide tourism marketing, convention sales, visitor promotion, and manage hotel/motel tax‑funded tourism activities for the city. This decision will affect all wards.

• Approve vendor for Destination Marketing Organization services (RFP 26-57)

The special called meeting scheduled for June 15, 2026 was never held. No business was conducted and no actions were taken. Consequently, no approvals, denials, or other decisions occurred.

City Council

The College Park City Council will consider a range of budgeted items, including a $2,984,049 renewal of city property insurance and a $2,008,514 compensation study for employee salaries. Additional items include contracts for a Motorola Solutions service agreement, a gun buy‑back program, and improvements to the Charles E. Phillips parking lot. The council will also vote on several ordinances covering transient lodging, litter control, vacant building registration, and destination marketing standards.

• Renew property insurance contract for $2,984,049 (requested by Director of Human Resources & Risk Management)
• Approve city‑wide compensation study for $2,008,514 (requested by Director of Human Resources & Risk Management)
• Approve Motorola Solutions, Inc. service agreement for $96,861.63 (requested by Chief of Police)
• Approve Gun Buy‑Back Program funding of $23,000 (requested by Chief of Police)
• Approve improvements to Charles E. Phillips parking lot for $300,000 (requested by Interim Director of Recreation and Cultural Arts)

City Council

The College Park City Council will consider a series of approvals, including a $2,984,049 renewal of city property insurance and a $2,008,514 compensation study for employee salaries. It will also vote on multiple contracts and projects such as parking‑lot improvements, landscape work, and a gun buy‑back program. Several new ordinances will be adopted, covering transient lodging regulations, litter control, vacant‑building registration, and destination‑marketing standards. A proclamation for the National Night Out event will be approved as well.

• Approve $2,984,049 property insurance renewal (internal city function)
• Approve $2,008,514 city‑wide compensation study for full‑time and part‑time employee salaries
• Approve $300,000 improvements to the Charles E. Phillips parking lot (Ward 4)
• Approve $465,750 contract for GICC landscape installation (Ward 2)
• Adopt ordinance establishing a Vacant Buildings Registration and Maintenance Program

The City Council approved the consent agenda and a proclamation for the National Night Out event. It authorized a $2,984,049 renewal of city property insurance and a $2,008,514 city‑wide compensation study for employee salaries. Several ordinances were adopted, including regulations for transient lodging, litter control, vacant building registration, and Destination Marketing Organization standards. All motions carried with unanimous or majority support as recorded.

• Approved consent agenda (all voted in favor)
• Approved proclamation for National Night Out (all voted in favor)
• Approved renewal of property insurance $2,984,049 (all voted in favor)
• Approved city‑wide compensation study $2,008,514 (all voted in favor)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2026‑14 on Transient Lodging Regulations (all voted in favor)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2026‑15 amending litter control and dumpster enclosure rules (all voted in favor)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2026‑16 establishing Vacant Buildings Registration and Maintenance Program (all voted in favor)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2026‑17 establishing Destination Marketing Organization standards (motion carried; one abstention)

Workshop Items

The College Park City Council will hear a presentation on electric residential rates from Power Department Director Hugh Richardson, reviewing how the city's rates compare to other Georgia providers and outlining a planned 4.4% rate decrease. The presentation also details the Power Department's contributions to the 2026‑2027 budget, including transfers to the general fund. Additionally, the council will view a consulting proposal from Tarshema Harris for a Community Economic Development, Business Activation & Destination Strategy, sponsored by Councilwoman Dr. Jamelle McKenzie.

• Presentation on electric residential rates by Power Department Director Hugh Richardson, including rate rankings and a 4.4% residential rate decrease
• Power Department budget contributions: $4.8 million transfer to the general fund, $2.6 million franchise fees, and $300 K+ to other departments
• Presentation of a consulting proposal for a Community Economic Development, Business Activation & Destination Strategy Year One by Tarshema Harris
• The consulting proposal is sponsored by Councilwoman Dr. Jamelle McKenzie

City Council

The College Park City Council will vote on the FY 2026‑2027 budget resolution. The meeting also includes approval of two professional services contracts, several ordinance and resolution proposals, and a public hearing on the recommended budget. Additional items cover special event permits and equipment rentals.

• Adopt FY 2026‑2027 Budget (Resolution)
• Approve $102,500 Architecture & Design services contract with AXIS INFRASTRUCTURE LLC
• Approve $50,000 Professional Services Agreement with BELOVED for REACH community center
• Approve Ordinance establishing Destination Marketing Organization Requirements
• Approve Resolution establishing No Parking Restriction along Alexandria Way between Lakeshore Drive and Skyline Drive

The College Park City Council approved the FY 2026‑2027 budget and adopted a no‑parking restriction on Alexandria Way. It also approved two professional‑service contracts, granted special event permits, and cancelled the July 13 council meeting. The vacation‑rental ordinance was tabled for the June 15 meeting.

• Approved FY 2026‑2027 Budget (Resolution No. 2026‑16) – all voted in favor
• Approved No Parking Restriction on Alexandria Way (Resolution No. 2026‑17) – all voted in favor
• Approved $102,500 contract with AXIS INFRASTRUCTURE LLC for architecture & design – all voted in favor
• Approved $50,000 contract with BELOVED services for REACH community center – all voted in favor
• Approved special event permit for The Peachy Pair Pilates at Barrett Park – all voted in favor
• Approved College Park Annual Coming Home Reunion at Charles E. Phillips Park – all voted in favor
• Cancelled the July 13, 2026 City Council session – all voted in favor
• Tabled Vacation Rental Establishment Regulations ordinance to June 15 meeting – all voted in favor

City Council

The College Park City Council will vote on the FY 2026‑2027 budget resolution. The meeting also includes approval of two professional‑services contracts totaling $152,500 and several ordinance and resolution actions. Additional items cover a special event permit, a no‑parking restriction, and a destination‑marketing ordinance.

• Adopt FY 2026‑2027 Budget (Resolution)
• Approve $102,500 architecture & design services for AXIS INFRASTRUCTURE LLC (Ward 1)
• Approve $50,000 professional services agreement with BELOVED for REACH community center
• Approve Ordinance establishing Destination Marketing Organization requirements
• Approve Resolution establishing No Parking Restriction along Alexandria Way between Lakeshore Drive and Skyline Drive

Workshop Items

The College Park City Council will discuss several items at its June 1, 2026 workshop. Topics include two special event permits—one for a Pilates event at Barrett Park on July 25 and another for the Annual Coming Home Reunion at Charles E. Phillips Park on September 5. Council members will hear a presentation on the citywide classification and compensation study and a Leadership Clayton Class presentation. The council will also consider a $50,000 funding request for the BELOVED REACH community center and a proposal to identify legal services to protect senior homeowners from title fraud.

• Special Event Permit for Pilates on the Green at Barrett Park, July 25, 2026
• Special Event Permit for College Park Annual Coming Home Reunion at Charles E. Phillips Park, September 5, 2026
• $50,000 funding request for BELOVED REACH community center and RESTORE program
• Discussion to identify professional legal and title protection services for senior homeowners
• Presentation on Citywide Classification and Compensation Study recommendations

Workshop Items

The College Park City Council will hold a workshop to discuss special event permits for two community gatherings and review a citywide employee compensation study. The meeting will also include a presentation on a local leadership program and a request for funding to launch a community center.

• Discussion on special event permit for Pilates on the Green at Barrett Park
• Discussion on special event permit for College Park Annual Coming Home Reunion at Charles E. Phillips Park
• Presentation on Citywide Classification and Compensation Study recommendations
• Discussion on $50,000 funding request for BELOVED services and REACH community center
• Presentation on Leadership Clayton Class, Group 2 project

Charter Review Commission

The Charter Review Commission will review and discuss Article V of the City Charter. It will also review and discuss Article VI of the City Charter. No other business is listed.

• Review and discuss Article V of City Charter
• Review and discuss Article VI of City Charter

The Charter Review Commission approved its meeting agenda with a 7‑0‑1 vote. Afterwards, members voted 6‑0‑1 to cancel the current meeting and reschedule it for a later date. No other business was acted upon.

• Approved meeting agenda (7-0-1)
• Cancelled meeting and set to reschedule (6-0-1)

Budget Meetings

The College Park Mayor and Council will hold a series of departmental budget workshops in April and May to discuss Fiscal Year 2026-2027. The process includes public hearings in May and June before the budget is adopted on June 1, 2026.

• Departmental Budget Workshops (April 8–May 7)
• 1st Public Hearing on Proposed FY 2026-27 Budget (May 18)
• 2nd Public Hearing on Proposed FY 2026-27 Budget (June 1)
• Adoption of FY 2026-2027 Budget (June 1)
• Effective date of FY 2026-2027 Budget (July 1)

The College Park City Council met on April 21, 2026 for a budget workshop. Discussion was held on transportation, public safety, and other budget goals, but no actions were taken on those items. The council voted to add Gail McFarland to the Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee, with all members voting in favor.

• Approved addition of Gail McFarland to Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee (unanimous)

Alcoholic License Review Board (ALRB)

The Alcoholic License Review Board meeting scheduled for May 20, 2026, has been cancelled.

Workshop Items

The College Park City Council will hold a workshop to discuss expanding the Airport West Community Improvement District and reviewing health and benefits renewal options for the 2026-2027 plan year.

• Presentation on Airport West Community Improvement District expansion
• Presentation of 'The Aviator' and 'NapYork' concept for 4130 SkyTrain Way
• Discussion on health and benefits renewal for July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027

Workshop Items

The City Council will hold a workshop session to discuss the expansion of the Airport West Community Improvement District. Members will also review development concepts for a property on SkyTrain Way and discuss employee health benefit renewals.

• Proposed boundary expansion for Airport West Community Improvement District
• Development concepts for 'The Aviator' and 'NapYork' at 4130 SkyTrain Way
• Health and benefits renewal for July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027 presented by SCR Consulting LLC

City Council

The College Park City Council will consider a range of items, including appointments, minutes, proclamations, and several consent‑agenda contracts. Notable actions include approving a $278,982 purchase of a fire safety simulator trailer and a $154,170 Dell workstation contract. The council will also hear the 2026‑2027 recommended budget and consider ordinance amendments and reasonable accommodation requests.

• Purchase of a 2026 JHB Group Fire Safety Simulator Trailer for $278,982.12 (Mayor's Community Enhancement Non‑Capital budget)
• State Purchasing Agreement with Dell Marketing Inc. for up to 20 workstations, not to exceed $154,170.00
• Contract for accounting services for the Business Manager position at $2,500 bi‑weekly
• Approval of health and benefits renewal by SCR Consulting LLC for plan year July 1 2026 – June 30 2027
• Expansion of Airport West Community Improvement District (no cost to the City)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the recommended budget for 2026-2027. The body will also consider several contracts for equipment and services, as well as zoning and code amendments.

• Public hearing for the 2026-2027 Recommended Budget
• Purchase of 20 workstations from Dell Marketing Inc. not to exceed $154,170.00
• Purchase of a Fire Safety Simulator Trailer for $278,982.12
• Reasonable Accommodation requests for 2367 Ridgeway Ave, 2082 Lyle Ave, 2083 Rugby Ave, and 2109 Rugby Ave
• Ordinance to amend City Code regarding official document execution and Mayor Pro Tem authority

The City Council approved a $278,982.12 purchase of a fire safety simulator trailer for the Fire Marshal's office. It also approved the expansion of the Airport West Community Improvement District, several ordinance amendments, and a $49,554 cyber‑security software contract. All motions carried, with one ordinance passing despite a single councilmember’s opposition.

• Approved fire safety simulator trailer purchase $278,982.12 (All Voted in Favor)
• Approved Resolution No. 2026-15 expanding Airport West Community Improvement District (All Voted in Favor)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2026-12 amending Chapter 2 of the City Code (All Voted in Favor except Councilman Gay opposed)
• Approved settlement payment to Begonia Garcia $47,668.07 (All Voted in Favor)
• Approved cyber‑security software contract with Mimecast $49,554 (All Voted in Favor)
• Approved FAA Lease Amendment #63 for 1701 Columbia Avenue (All Voted in Favor)
• Approved FAA Lease Amendment #62 for 1701 Columbia Avenue (All Voted in Favor)
• Approved State Purchasing Agreement with Dell for 20 workstations up to $154,170.00 (All Voted in Favor)

Planning Commission

The City of College Park Planning Commission meeting scheduled for May 13, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. was cancelled. No agenda items were discussed or decided.

Budget Meetings

The Mayor and City Council will hold a departmental budget workshop for fiscal year 2026‑2027. The meeting will focus on local‑economy and growth items, including business license fees, inspections, the GICC Special District Tax, and funding for the Convention Center, Gateway Arena, golf course, hospitality fund, and car rental tax fund. Council members will discuss allocations and proposals for these revenue sources as part of the FY 2026‑27 budget.

• Business License fees
• Inspections funding
• GICC Special District Tax
• Convention Center and Gateway Arena funding
• Hospitality Fund and Car Rental Tax Fund

The council voted unanimously to add the Zupp Park playground project, an $800,000 request, to the meeting agenda. They also approved the overall agenda, entered an executive session, exited it, and approved the executive session minutes. All motions passed with all members voting in favor.

• Approved adding Zupp Park playground project ($800,000) to agenda (All Voted in Favor)
• Approved the meeting agenda (All Voted in Favor)
• Approved entering Executive Session at 8:30 p.m. (All Voted in Favor)
• Approved exiting Executive Session at 9:09 p.m. (All Voted in Favor)
• Approved Executive Session Minutes dated May 6, 2026 (All Voted in Favor)

Board of Ethics

The College Park Board of Ethics will conduct a regular meeting to approve its agenda and minutes from December 3, 2025 and January 28, 2026. The primary business is the review and consideration of Ethics Complaint No. 2026-02, No. 2026-04, and No. 2026-05. The meeting is in‑person only and will not be broadcast live.

• Approval of December 3, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approval of January 28, 2026 meeting minutes
• Review of Ethics Complaint No. 2026-02
• Review of Ethics Complaint No. 2026-04
• Review of Ethics Complaint No. 2026-05

The Board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from December 3, 2025 and January 28, 2026. It ruled that Ethics Complaint No. 2026-02 does not rise to Board review. It also found that the facts in Ethics Complaints No. 2026-04 and No. 2026-05 do not invoke the Board's disciplinary jurisdiction.

• Approved meeting agenda (4-0-0)
• Approved December 3, 2025 and January 28, 2026 minutes (4-0-0)
• Declared Ethics Complaint No. 2026-02 not subject to Board review (5-0-0)
• Found Ethics Complaint No. 2026-04 outside Board's disciplinary jurisdiction (5-0-0)
• Found Ethics Complaint No. 2026-05 outside Board's disciplinary jurisdiction (5-0-0)

City Council

The College Park City Council will consider and act on multiple budgeted items, including a $1,393,245.24 repaving contract for the GICC parking lot and streets in Ward 2. Other actions include approvals for a $800,000 Zupp Park playground project, purchases of office furniture, ball field lights, and a GMC Sierra truck. The meeting also features public hearings on the 2025 Redevelopment Plan amendment and an update from INSPIRE Placemaking Collective.

• Approve ITB 26-44 repaving contract for GICC parking lot & streets – $1,393,245.24 (Ward 2)
• Approve Zupp Park playground project – $800,000 total ($525,000 to Kompan, Inc.; $55,000 to Metrocorp Development Enterprises, Inc.)
• Approve purchase of office furniture from Affordable Interior Systems – $27,836.42
• Approve ball field lights for Zupp Park from Gresco – $47,542
• Approve purchase of 2026 GMC Sierra 3500HD truck from Hardy Automotive Fleet Group – $62,148.04

City Council

The College Park City Council meeting will consider several budgeted purchases, including office furniture, ball field lights, a new GMC truck, and a major repaving contract. Council members will also vote on water‑related ordinances, updates to the plumbing code, and a $800,000 playground project at Zupp Park. Public hearings will address amendments to the city’s Redevelopment Plan and an update on the Comprehensive Plan.

• Approve purchase of office furniture for $27,836.42 from Affordable Interior Systems (Contract #99999-001-SPD0000198-0031).
• Approve $47,542 for ball field lights at Zupp Park from Gresco, serving Ward 3.
• Approve $62,148.04 purchase of a 2026 GMC Sierra 3500HD truck from Hardy Automotive Fleet Group.
• Approve $1,393,245.24 repaving contract (ITB 26-44) with Atlanta Paving Concrete for parking lot and streets in Ward 2.
• Approve $800,000 Zupp Park playground project, including $525,000 to Kompan, Inc. and $55,000 to Metrocorp Development Enterprises.

The City Council approved several budgeted purchases, including office furniture, ball field lights, and a GMC truck. It adopted two water‑related ordinances, a resolution to amend the Redevelopment Plan, and a $1,393,245.24 repaving contract. Additional items such as a payment services amendment, a debt‑collection agreement renewal, and a $120,000 CDBG reimbursement were also approved.

• Approved office furniture purchase $27,836.42 (All voted in favor)
• Approved ball field lights for Zupp Park $47,542 (All voted in favor)
• Approved GMC Sierra truck purchase $62,148.04 (All voted in favor)
• Tabled drainage easement request until May 18 (All voted in favor)
• Adopted Ordinance 2026-08 Water Planning District Model Ordinance (All voted in favor)
• Adopted Ordinance 2026-09 Local Amendment to Plumbing Code (All voted in favor)
• Adopted Resolution 2026-14 to amend the City’s Redevelopment Plan (All voted in favor)
• Approved repaving contract with Atlanta Paving Concrete $1,393,245.24 (All voted in favor)

Workshop Items

The College Park City Council and Mayor will discuss three items at the workshop session on May 4, 2026. The first is adoption of the Metropolitan North Georgia Water Planning District Model Ordinance for local drought response and water waste, presented by Public Works Director Brian Anderson. The second is a local amendment to the plumbing code to adopt stricter water‑efficiency standards, presented by Water Superintendent Timothy Lewis. The third is an amendment to Chapter 4 of the City Code of Ordinances to update dangerous dog regulations, sponsored by Councilman Roderick Gay.

• Adopt the Metropolitan North Georgia Water Planning District Model Ordinance on local drought response and water waste (presented by Public Works Director Brian Anderson).
• Adopt a local amendment to the plumbing code to impose water‑efficiency standards stricter than the Georgia Plumbing Code (presented by Water Superintendent Timothy Lewis).
• Amend Chapter 4 (Animals and Fowl) of the City Code of Ordinances to update dangerous dog regulations (sponsored by Councilman Roderick Gay).

Workshop Items

The College Park City Council will hold a workshop to discuss adopting water planning district models and stricter plumbing codes. The meeting will also cover an ordinance to update dangerous dog regulations.

• Discussion on adopting Georgia Water Planning District Model
• Discussion on adopting stricter plumbing code
• Discussion on updating dangerous dog regulations
• Meeting broadcast via Facebook Live and YouTube Live

Charter Review Commission

The College Park Charter Review Commission will meet on April 28, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. in the Public Safety Community Room A at the police department. The commission will review and discuss Article IV of the city charter as new business. It will also revisit and continue discussion of Article I of the charter as old business. No other actions are listed.

• Review and discuss Article IV of the City Charter (new business)
• Revisit and continue discussion of Article I of the City Charter (old business)

The commission approved its agenda unanimously (8-0-0). A motion to increase the amount authorized in Section 4.7(I) of the City Charter to $25,000 passed with a 6-2-1 vote. A separate motion to open meetings with a prayer was adopted by a 7-0-2 vote. No other substantive business was taken.

• Approved meeting agenda (8-0-0)
• Increased Section 4.7(I) funding limit to $25,000 (6-2-1)
• Adopted opening prayer for meetings (7-0-2)

Workshop Items

The College Park City Council will hold a workshop session on April 20, 2026. Council members will hear presentations from the Chaka Khan Foundation, United Action for the Advancement of Humanity, and Destination College Park. The council will consider an amendment to the paid time‑off bereavement leave policy and discuss a consent agenda policy.

• Presentation by the Chaka Khan Foundation for National Autism Month (sponsored by Councilman Roderick Gay)
• Presentation by United Action for the Advancement of Humanity on a city‑wide initiative (sponsored by Councilwoman Dr. Jamelle McKenzie)
• Presentation by Destination College Park (sponsored by Councilwoman Dr. Jamelle McKenzie)
• Amendment to the Paid Time Off – Bereavement Leave Policy (presented by Christa Gilbert, HR Director)
• Discussion on a Consent Agenda Policy (sponsored by Mayor Pro Tem Joe Carn)

City Council

The College Park City Council will hold public hearings on amendments to the City Charter contracting authority and to zoning regulations for short‑term rentals and rent‑by‑the‑room housing. It will also vote to approve a $1,818,157.24 year‑end settlement refund from the Municipal Electric Authority of Georgia via a power cost credit. Additional items include contracts for public safety services and a $31,500 playground communication board project for neurodivergent park users.

• Public hearing (second reading) of ordinance to amend City Charter Section 4‑7(I) contracting and purchasing authority
• Public hearing to amend Appendix A (Zoning) for short‑term rentals and rent‑by‑the‑room housing
• Approval of $1,818,157.24 MEAG Power 2025 year‑end settlement refund via power cost credit
• Approval of annual public safety services contract with Axon Enterprise Inc. for $371,410.66
• Approval of $31,500 playground communication boards for neurodivergent individuals in parks

The council approved Ordinance No. 2026-07 to amend Section 4‑7(I) of the City Charter, changing the City Manager’s contracting and purchasing authority. It also adopted Resolution No. 2026-11 setting a $25,000 spending limit for all purchasing categories and approved several budgeted contracts, including a $1,818,157.24 MEAG power credit refund and a $371,410 public‑safety services contract. Additionally, the council authorized $31,500 for eight playground communication boards for neurodivergent individuals and adopted resolutions to increase bereavement leave and establish a consent‑agenda policy.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2026-07 amending City Charter Section 4‑7(I) (all voted in favor)
• Approved Resolution No. 2026-11 setting $25,000 spending limit for all purchasing categories (all voted in favor)
• Approved Consent Agenda items: Professional Services Agreement for Ward I Legislative Aide; $1,818,157.24 MEAG 2025 year‑end settlement refund; $371,410.66 annual public safety services contract with Axon Enterprise; $22,940 payment for vehicle light bar; $167,587.59 Central Square 2026 renewal (all voted in favor)
• Approved Resolution No. 2026-12 increasing bereavement leave for city employees (all voted in favor)
• Approved installation of eight Playground Communication Boards for neurodivergent individuals at a cost of $31,500 using Mayoral Community Enhancement funds (all voted in favor)
• Approved Resolution No. 2026-13 adopting Consent Agenda Policy Option B (all voted in favor)

City Council

The College Park City Council will consider several financial and policy actions. Items include approving a $1,818,157.24 year‑end settlement refund from the Municipal Electric Authority of Georgia, adopting contracts for public safety services, and holding public hearings on charter and zoning amendments. The council will also review a request for additional steering committee appointments for the Comprehensive Plan.

• Approve $1,818,157.24 MEAG 2025 Year‑End Settlement refund via power cost credit
• Approve $371,410.66 annual public safety services contract with Axon Enterprise Inc.
• Approve $22,940 payment to 144th Marketing Group, LLC for new vehicle light bar installation
• Public hearing (second reading) on ordinance to amend City Charter Section 4‑7(I) contracting authority
• Public hearing to amend Appendix A (Zoning) for short‑term rentals and rent‑by‑the‑room housing

Workshop Items

The College Park City Council workshop will hear four presentations—including the Chaka Khan Foundation’s proposal to install seven Playground Communication Boards at local parks for a total cost of $31,500. Council members will also consider an amendment to the paid‑time‑off bereavement leave policy and discuss a consent agenda policy. The meeting is scheduled for April 20, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers.

• Installation of seven Playground Communication Boards at Barrett Park, Richard D. Zupp Park, Subrenia Miller Willis Park, Brannon Memorial Park, Wayman & Bessie Brady Recreation Center, Hugh C. Conley Recreation Center, and Tracey Wyatt Recreation Complex – total cost $31,500
• Presentation by the Chaka Khan Foundation recognizing National Autism Month
• Presentation by United Action for the Advancement of Humanity on a Model City Ward‑by‑Ward initiative
• Amendment to the Paid Time Off – Bereavement Leave Policy
• Discussion on a Consent Agenda Policy

Alcoholic License Review Board (ALRB)

The Alcoholic License Review Board meeting scheduled for April 15, 2026, has been cancelled. The session was to be held in the Council Chambers at City Hall.

• Meeting cancellation
• No items on the agenda

Board of Ethics

The College Park Board of Ethics will meet to review and consider Ethics Complaint No. 2026-02, Ethics Complaint No. 2026-03, and Ethics Complaint No. 2026-04. No other agenda items are listed.

• Review and consideration of Ethics Complaint No. 2026-02
• Review and consideration of Ethics Complaint No. 2026-03
• Review and consideration of Ethics Complaint No. 2026-04

The Board approved the meeting agenda and a policy to hold monthly meetings with notification of cancellations. It tabled agenda items 2026-02, 2026-04, and 2026-05 to the May meeting. No formal action was taken on Ethics Complaint 2026-03. The meeting was adjourned.

• Approved meeting agenda (5-0-0)
• Approved holding monthly meetings and notifying members of cancellations (5-0-0)
• Tabled agenda items 2026-02, 2026-04, 2026-05 to May meeting (5-0-0)
• No formal action on Ethics Complaint 2026-03
• Adjourned meeting (5-0-0)

Workshop Items

The College Park City Council workshop will feature a presentation recognizing grant recipients of the Old National Merchants Beautification Grant, which involved about $50,000 of improvements. A fire and rescue public safety feasibility study will be presented. A traffic study for Rugby and Main Street, sponsored by Councilwoman Dr. Jamelle McKenzie, will be discussed. The council will also consider a special event permit for the "Move for Grady" fundraising bike ride scheduled for April 25, 2026.

• ONMA Presentation acknowledging grant winners of the Old National Merchants Beautification Grant ($50,000 total investment)
• Presentation of the Fire & Rescue Public Safety Feasibility Study
• Traffic study for Rugby and Main Street (sponsored by Councilwoman Dr. Jamelle McKenzie)
• Discussion of a special event permit for the "Move for Grady" bike ride on April 25, 2026 (requested by Deputy City Clerk Queenie Brown)

City Council

The College Park City Council will vote on several contract approvals and budget items, including asbestos remediation, sewer and water main repairs, and landscape services. It will also set public hearings to amend zoning for short‑term rentals and other provisions. Additional agenda items cover council appointments, a fire safety feasibility study, a traffic‑streets re‑striping study, and a resolution to expand the city’s redevelopment area.

• Public hearing request to amend zoning for short‑term rentals and rent‑by‑the‑room housing (April 20, 2026)
• Approval of $65,000 asbestos abatement subcontractors (Stantec primary contractor)
• Approval of $77,445 sewer line investigation and repair ($20,315 investigation + $57,130 repair)
• Approval of $301,423 for two 8‑inch valve inserts for West Fayetteville/Godby Road water main
• Amendment to landscape services contract with Pinnacle Maintenance, increasing amount by $201,000

City Council

The City Council will consider requests to set public hearings on amending Appendix A zoning provisions for short‑term rentals and rent‑by‑room housing on April 20, 2026. The agenda also includes a public hearing to amend the appeals process for variances and a first‑reading ordinance to change the City Charter’s contracting and purchasing authority. In addition, the council will act on several budgeted contracts and payments ranging from $13,412.25 for hazardous‑waste collection to $348,950 for sewer main replacement.

• Request to set public hearing to amend zoning for short‑term rentals and rent‑by‑room housing (April 20, 2026)
• Request to set public hearing to amend appeals process for variances (April 20, 2026)
• First‑reading ordinance to amend City Charter Section 4‑7(I) on contracting and purchasing authority
• Approval of $65,000 asbestos abatement subcontract for Price Barbershop & Duplex Remediation via Stantec
• Approval of $348,950 contract to replace sanitary sewer main on Park Terrace

The City Council appointed Dese Zuberi as the mayoral representative and Lorenzo Whyche as the Ward 2 representative to the College Park Main Street Association. It approved additional Comprehensive Plan steering committee appointments and set public hearings on short‑term rentals and an appeals‑process amendment. The council also adopted a resolution expanding the city’s redevelopment area and approved several budgeted contracts, including a $30,000 fire‑rescue feasibility study.

• Appointed Dese Zuberi as mayoral representative to CPMSA (unanimous)
• Appointed Lorenzo Whyche as Ward 2 representative to CPMSA (unanimous)
• Approved additional Comprehensive Plan steering committee appointments, including updated Ward 3 list (unanimous)
• Approved public hearing on short‑term rentals and rent‑by‑room housing amendments (3‑1)
• Approved public hearing on appeals‑process amendment for variances (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda covering multiple budgeted contracts, e.g., $65,000 asbestos abatement (unanimous)
• Approved $30,000 Fire & Rescue public safety feasibility study (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2026‑10 expanding the city’s redevelopment area (unanimous)

Workshop Items

The College Park City Council will hold a workshop to discuss a fire and rescue feasibility study, a traffic study for Rugby and Main Street, and a special event permit for a bike ride fundraiser.

• Presentation on Fire & Rescue Public Safety Feasibility Study
• Traffic study for Rugby and Main Street in conjunction with GDOT
• Discussion on special event permit for 'Move for Grady' bike ride
• ONMA presentation acknowledging Old National Merchants Beautification Grant winners
• Workshop session broadcast via Facebook Live and YouTube Live

Special Called Meeting

The College Park Mayor and City Council will conduct roll call, approve the agenda, and hold an executive session on personnel matters. No other agenda items are listed. The meeting is purely procedural.

The council approved its agenda and entered an executive session, then exited it and approved the session minutes. Councilwoman McKenzie moved to appoint Michael Hicks as the permanent City Manager with an annual salary of $240,000, and the motion passed unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Entered Executive Session (unanimous)
• Exited Executive Session (unanimous)
• Approved Executive Session minutes (unanimous)
• Appointed Michael Hicks as permanent City Manager, $240,000 salary (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Charter Review Commission

The Charter Review Commission will meet on March 31, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. in the Public Safety Community Room A at the College Park Police Department. The commission will review and discuss the remainder of Article II of the City Charter. It will also review and discuss Article III of the City Charter. No other business items are listed.

• Review and discuss remainder of Article II of City Charter
• Review and discuss Article III of City Charter

The commission called the meeting to order at 6:11 p.m., confirmed a quorum, and approved the agenda with an 8‑0‑0 vote. No action was taken on the review of Article II or Article III of the city charter. The session adjourned at 8:14 p.m.

• Approved meeting agenda (8-0-0)
• No action taken on review of Article II of City Charter
• No action taken on review of Article III of City Charter

Planning Commission

The College Park Planning Commission will review and approve the minutes from its February 23 meeting. It will consider subdivision approvals for Wally Park, 1000 Naturally Fresh Boulevard, and 4570 Edison Drive. Two text amendments will be considered: one to revise the appeals process for Board of Zoning Appeals decisions, and another to add zoning regulations for short‑term rentals and rent‑by‑the‑room housing.

• Subdivision approval – Wally Park (Parcel ID 14 0193 LL1353)
• Re‑plat approval – 1000 Naturally Fresh Boulevard (Parcel IDs 09F250801280385 and 09F250801280393)
• Subdivision approval – 4570 Edison Drive (Parcel ID 13 0037 LL0449)
• Text amendment to amend Appendix A, Article 12, Section 12.14 to change the appeals process for variances
• Text amendment to amend Appendix A, Article 1 and Article 3 to adopt short‑term rental and rent‑by‑the‑room zoning regulations

Planning Commission

The commission will approve the February 23, 2026 meeting minutes and review several subdivision applications, including parcels at 2591 Convention Center Concourse and 4570 Edison Drive. It will also discuss two zoning text amendments—one refining the variance appeals process and another establishing regulations for short‑term rentals and rent‑by‑the‑room housing. All motions were carried with unanimous support.

• Approval of February 23, 2026 meeting minutes
• Subdivision approval – Parcel ID 14‑0193 LL1353 (2591 Convention Center Concourse) – Wally Park
• Subdivision approval – Parcel ID 13‑0037 LL0449 (4570 Edison Drive)
• Withdrawal of re‑plat – 1000 Naturally Fresh Boulevard (Parcel IDs 09F250801280385 and 09F250801280393)
• Zoning text amendment to adopt regulations for short‑term rentals and rent‑by‑the‑room housing

Board of Zoning Appeals

The College Park Board of Zoning Appeals will swear in new Ward 2 member Timothy Spencer. It will adopt the minutes from the January 12, 2026 meeting. The board will grant a variance requested by Jordan Simons for parcel 14 0193 LL1353 at 3889 Herschel Road, allowing the minimum lot width and frontage to be reduced from 100 ft to 76.13 ft.

• Swearing in of new Ward 2 member Timothy Spencer
• Approval of January 12, 2026 meeting minutes
• Variance granted to Jordan Simons for 3889 Herschel Road (Parcel 14 0193 LL1353) to reduce lot width and frontage from 100 ft to 76.13 ft
• Other business (no specific actions noted)
• Adjournment of the meeting

Board of Zoning Appeals

The College Park Board of Zoning Appeals will swear in new Ward 2 member Timothy Spencer, approve the January 12, 2026 minutes, and consider a variance request from Jordan Simons for parcel 3889 Herschel Road. The applicant seeks to lower the C‑2/T zoning minimum lot width and frontage from 100 ft to 76.13 ft on a 1.1‑acre commercial site. The city planner has recommended approval of the variance.

• Swearing‑in of new Ward 2 member Timothy Spencer
• Approval of the January 12, 2026 Board minutes
• Variance request by Jordan Simons for 3889 Herschel Road (Parcel 140193 LL1353) to reduce minimum lot width and frontage to 76.13 ft
• Property is 1.1 acres, zoned C‑2/T (Community Business District/Transportation Overlay), proposed commercial use
• City planner recommends approval of the variance

City Council

The College Park City Council will consider several budgetary and procurement actions, including a $4,767,200 cooperative roofing contract, purchases of water pump equipment, and allocations for tourism and park projects. Council appointments for a sanitation ambassador and a comprehensive‑plan steering committee will also be voted on. Additional items include a special event permit, a professional services agreement, and ordinance revisions.

• Approve purchase of two new chiller water pumps for $31,363 and rental of two pumps for $38,419 (total $69,782) under emergency purchasing policy
• Pay $19,691.25 invoice to NOVA Engineering and Environmental LLC for building department services
• Approve cooperative purchasing agreement with TECTA America up to $4,767,200 for JOC Roofing services at GICC
• Allocate $2,500,000 from the Hospitality Fund to Tourist Product Development projects
• Allocate $1,165,000 for Phase I of the Godby Road Park Project

Workshop Items

The City Council will review a visitor activation plan for the 2026 World Cup and a proposed $50,000 professional services agreement for the Ignite Resource Center. Other discussions include city reserve funds, the Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee, and a special event permit for Badgett Stadium.

• World Cup 2026 'Kick It In The District' visitor activation plan
• Proposed $50,000 contract for Ignite Resource Center CP Inc. from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027
• Discussion regarding city reserve funds
• Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee selection and workshop presentation
• Special event permit for 'Campaign College Park Community Day 2026' on August 8, 2026, at Badgett Stadium

City Council

The College Park City Council will consider a range of items, including appointments, proclamations, and several budgetary actions. Major decisions include a $4,767,200 cooperative purchasing agreement for JOC Roofing services, a $69,782 purchase and rental of chiller water pumps, and allocations of $2.5 million from the Hospitality Fund and $1,165,000 for Phase I of the Godby Road Park Project. The council will also vote on ordinance revisions related to subdivisions, alcoholic beverage licensing, and financial voting requirements.

• Approve cooperative purchasing agreement with TECTA America up to $4,767,200 for JOC Roofing services (Ward 2)
• Approve purchase of two new chiller water pumps for $31,363 and rental of two pumps for $38,419, total $69,782
• Allocate $2,500,000 from the Hospitality Fund for Tourist Product Development projects
• Allocate $1,165,000 for Phase I of the Godby Road Park Project (all wards)
• Amend Chapter 3 of the City Code to revise distance requirements for malt beverage and wine sales

The City Council approved the agenda, appointed Jamecca Spencer as Ward 4 Sanitation Ambassador, and confirmed 15 Comprehensive Plan steering committee appointments. They approved multiple financial actions, notably $2.5 M from the Hospitality Fund for tourism projects, $1,165,000 for Phase I of the Godby Road Park Project, and a cooperative roofing agreement up to $4,767,200. The council adopted resolutions authorizing tourism‑related capital improvements, setting city fund reserve guidelines, and establishing unanimous voting requirements for certain financial actions. Additional approvals included a special event permit for Campaign College Park Community Day and a professional services agreement with Ignite Resource Group.

• Approved agenda (all voted in favor)
• Appointed Jamecca Spencer as Ward 4 Sanitation Ambassador (all voted in favor)
• Approved 15 Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee appointments (all voted in favor)
• Approved $2.5 M from Hospitality Fund for tourism projects (all voted in favor)
• Approved $1,165,000 for Phase I of Godby Road Park Project (all voted in favor)
• Approved cooperative purchasing agreement with TECTA America for up to $4,767,200 roofing services (all voted in favor)
• Adopted Resolution 2026-07 authorizing tourism product development fund expenditures (all voted in favor)
• Adopted Resolution 2026-08 establishing city fund reserves and bond policy (all voted in favor)

Workshop Items

The College Park City Council will hold a workshop session on March 23, 2026. Council members will hear presentations on the World Cup 2026 Visitor Activation Plan, the Ignite Resource Center, and the Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee. They will also discuss reserve funds and consider a special event permit for a community day at Badgett Stadium on August 8, 2026.

• Presentation of the World Cup 2026 Visitor Activation Plan by Mercedes Miller
• Presentation on Ignite Resource Center by Rose Stewart
• Discussion regarding reserve funds, sponsored by Mayor Pro Tem Joe Carn
• Presentation on Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee selection and workshop by Jacques Garcia and Hannah Adeogun
• Discussion of a special event permit for "Campaign College Park Community Day 2026" at Badgett Stadium

Special Called Meeting

The College Park Mayor and City Council will convene a special called meeting to conduct an executive session for personnel matters and candidate interviews.

• Executive session for personnel matters and candidate interviews
• Approval of the meeting agenda
• Roll call of council members

The council approved the meeting agenda. They entered and later exited an executive session to discuss personnel matters. The council approved the executive‑session minutes dated March 2 0, 2026. They also approved Michael Hicks as the sole finalist for City Manager and began the required 14‑day period.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Entered executive session for personnel (unanimous)
• Exited executive session (unanimous)
• Approved executive‑session minutes dated March 2 0, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved Michael Hicks as sole finalist for City Manager and started 14‑day period (unanimous)

Alcoholic License Review Board (ALRB)

The City of College Park Alcoholic License Review Board meeting scheduled for March 18, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 3667 Main Street, has been cancelled. No agenda items will be discussed or decided at this time.

Workshop Items

The College Park City Council will hold a workshop session on March 2, 2026. Council members will receive a presentation on expanding the Airport West Community Improvement District. Additional presentations will cover a design project with SCAD, the city's 130th birthday, and a strategic planning retreat for department heads. No decisions are indicated; the items are for discussion and information.

• Presentation on Airport West Community Improvement District expansion
• Presentation on GICC participation in SCAD Sprint Student Collaboration Design Project
• Discussion on the 130th City of College Park Birthday
• Presentation on Strategic Planning Retreat for Department Heads

City Council

The College Park City Council will consider approving a new ordinance for short-term rentals, setting public hearings for zoning changes, and authorizing various professional service contracts and budget modifications.

• Approval of Short-Term Rental Ordinance
• Public hearings for zoning and short-term rental changes
• Approval of $42,750 engineering services
• Approval of $82,017.25 Amadeus software renewal
• Budget modification of $12,269,060.93 for TPD projects

The council appointed Timothy Spencer to the Board of Zoning Appeals. It adopted the Youth Travel Policy Resolution No. 2026‑05 and approved a $12,269,060.93 modification to the Hospitality Fund for Tourist Product Development projects, with three members voting in favor and the mayor pro tem abstaining. Several professional services agreements, a student design project, a strategic planning retreat, a software licensure renewal, and youth travel funding were also approved.

• Appointed Timothy Spencer to the Board of Zoning Appeals (unanimous)
• Adopted Youth Travel Policy Resolution No. 2026‑05 (unanimous)
• Approved $12,269,060.93 Hospitality Fund budget modification (3 in favor, 1 abstain)
• Approved Professional Services Agreement for City Planner Strategic Planning ($80/hr) (unanimous)
• Approved SCAD Sprint Student Collaboration Design Project ($10,000) (unanimous)
• Approved Strategic Planning Retreat for Department Heads ($30,000) (unanimous)
• Renewed Amadeus licensure services for GICC ($82,017.25) (unanimous)
• Approved Youth Civic Advisory Board travel to Washington, DC (up to $20,000) (unanimous)

City Council

The College Park City Council will vote on an ordinance to adopt Article XVIII for short‑term rentals. It will also consider a $12,269,060.93 budget modification to the Hospitality Fund for projects in Wards 1, 3, and 4. Additional items include several professional services contracts and a youth travel policy resolution. The council will also act on a Ward 2 appointment to the Board of Zoning Appeals.

• Adopt Article XVIII (Short‑Term Rentals) ordinance – sponsored by Councilwoman Jamelle McKenzie
• Approve $12,269,060.93 budget modification to the Hospitality Fund for FY 2026 projects in Wards 1, 3, 4 – requested by Interim Finance Director Cynthia Hammond
• Approve Professional Services Agreement with Ulysses Grady Jr. for $42,750.00 for engineer and construction manager services – requested by City Engineer AB Woldehana
• Approve Strategic Planning Retreat for Department Heads costing $30,000 – requested by Interim City Manager Michael Hicks
• Adopt Youth Travel Policy Resolution 2026‑XX – requested by Deputy City Clerk Queenie Brown

Workshop Items

The City Council will discuss the expansion of the Airport West Community Improvement District to include more property owners. Members will also review a proposal for the GICC to partner with SCAD students on signage and mural designs.

• Proposed boundary expansion for the Airport West Community Improvement District
• $10,000 request for GICC to participate in SCAD Sprint Student Collaboration Design Project
• Discussion regarding the 130th City of College Park Birthday
• Presentation on a Strategic Planning Retreat for Department Heads

Charter Review Commission

The Charter Review Commission will continue its review of the City Charter. In this meeting they will discuss the remainder of Article I and the full texts of Article II and Article III. No other business is listed.

• Review and discuss remainder of Article I of the City Charter
• Review and discuss Article II of the City Charter
• Review and discuss Article III of the City Charter

The commission approved its meeting agenda unanimously (8-0-0). It adopted Section 1.6(c) creating a one‑year term for the Mayor Pro Tem with rotation among the four wards (7-1-0). A proposal to grant the Mayor veto power with defined procedures was rejected (4-4-0). A separate amendment granting the Mayor veto power and establishing a council‑majority override passed (5-3-0).

• Approved meeting agenda (8-0-0)
• Added Section 1.6(c) for one-year Mayor Pro Tem term, rotating wards (7-1-0)
• Rejected amendment granting Mayor veto power with defined veto timeline (4-4-0)
• Approved amendment granting Mayor veto power with council-majority override (5-3-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review and approve minutes from its November 19, 2025 meeting and the December 16, 2025 special called meeting. It will consider subdivision approval for two parcels in the Bill Evans Field. Two text amendments will be considered: one to refine the appeals process for variance decisions and another to adopt zoning regulations for short‑term rentals and rent‑by‑the‑room housing. The commission will also set its 2026 meeting calendar.

• Review/approval of the November 19, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review/approval of the December 16, 2025 special called meeting minutes
• Subdivision approval for Bill Evans Field parcels 14 016100160081 and 14 016100160123
• Text amendment to refine the appeals process for variance decisions (Appendix A, Article 12, Section 12.14)
• Text amendment to adopt zoning regulations for short‑term rentals and rent‑by‑the‑room housing (Appendix A, Articles 1 and 3)

Alcoholic License Review Board (ALRB)

The Alcoholic License Review Board meeting scheduled for February 18, 2026, has been cancelled.

Workshop Items

The workshop session will feature presentations on the Livable Centers Initiative, the South Fulton Comprehensive Transportation Plan, and budget modifications to the Hospitality and General Funds. Council members will hear from Aerotropolis Atlanta Alliance and the City Planner about project scopes, funding matches, and potential grant applications. The Finance Director will present proposed adjustments to the Hospitality Fund and General Fund. No formal votes are indicated in the agenda.

• Presentation on Livable Centers Initiative – total project cost $800,000, City share $29,000
• Presentation on Scope of Work and MOA for South Fulton Comprehensive Transportation Plan – City investment $15,427
• Presentation of Budget Modification for the Hospitality Fund
• Presentation of Budget Modification for the General Fund

City Council

The City Council will vote on several high-value contracts and budget modifications, including funding for fire vehicles and recreation facilities. The body is also considering appointments to the Commercial Leasing Relations and Charter Review commissions.

• Budget modification to the Hospitality Fund for Tourist Product Development in the amount of $6,137,511.10
• Budget modification of $4,973,800.00 for new fire suppression vehicles
• Annual public safety services contract with Fusus/Axon Enterprise Incorporation for $150,000
• Aquatic Pool Management Services contract with Aquatic Management for $147,784.00
• Emergency repair and rental of two chillers at the Georgia International Convention Center for $101,812

The City Council approved a series of contracts and budget modifications, including funding for fire suppression vehicles, recreation facility capital improvements, exterior lighting at the Georgia International Convention Center, and a digital sign at City Hall. The council also approved a $15,427 local match for the South Fulton Comprehensive Transportation Plan and a $101,812 emergency repair of two chillers at the convention center. All motions passed with unanimous votes.

• Approved $89,965 Voss Lighting contract for exterior lights at GICC (All Voted in Favor)
• Approved $39,010 AYS Audio Visual contract for Black History Month events (All Voted in Favor)
• Approved $49,592.57 Capital Signs contract for digital sign at City Hall (All Voted in Favor)
• Approved $150,000 public safety services contract with Fusus/Axon Enterprise (All Voted in Favor)
• Approved $147,784 Aquatic Pool Management Services contract (All Voted in Favor)
• Approved $101,812 emergency repair and rental of two chillers at GICC (All Voted in Favor)
• Approved $4,973,800 loan allocation for new fire suppression vehicles and $1,465,000 for recreation facilities capital improvements (All Voted in Favor)
• Approved $15,427 local match for South Fulton Comprehensive Transportation Plan MOU (All Voted in Favor)

City Council

The College Park City Council will consider several appointments, proclamations, and a series of contract and budget items. Key decisions include a $6,137,511.10 modification to the Hospitality Fund and other budget adjustments, as well as approvals of contracts for lighting, public safety services, and digital signage. The council will also address a request to appoint Sarah Lowe to the Commercial Leasing Relations Commission.

• Appointment of Sarah Lowe to the College Park Commercial Leasing Relations Commission (Councilman Roderick Gay sponsor)
• Approval of cooperative agreement RFP 15-20 to Voss Lighting for up to $89,965.00 for exterior lights at GICC
• Approval of annual public safety services contract with Fusus/Axon Enterprise Incorporation for $150,000
• Budget modification to the Hospitality Fund for $6,137,511.10 to fund tourist product development projects
• Budget modification to the General Fund adding $4,973,800.00 for loan proceeds and new fire‑suppression vehicles

Workshop Items

The College Park City Council will hold a workshop to review a presentation on the South Fulton Comprehensive Transportation Plan and consider budget modifications for the Hospitality and General Funds.

• Presentation on Livable Centers Initiative
• Presentation on South Fulton Comprehensive Transportation Plan
• Presentation of Budget Modification Hospitality Fund
• Presentation of Budget Modification General Fund

Workshop Items

The City Council will discuss a proposed ordinance to regulate short-term rentals, including licensing and operational standards. The body will also review a $6,000 funding request for an unhoused initiative and a special event permit for Woodward Academy.

• Proposed Ordinance to adopt Article XVIII (Short-Term Rentals) within Chapter 5 of the City Code
• Funding request of $6,000 from the Youth Civic Advisory Board for the Unhoused Initiative Fund
• Special Event Permit for Woodward Academy Alumni Event on March 9, 2026
• Off-premise alcohol license for Woodward Academy event via Concept Management of Airport Inc. ($50 fee)

Workshop Items

The College Park City Council will discuss three items. First, a presentation on the Unhoused Initiative Fund by the Youth Civic Advisory Board, sponsored by Councilwoman Jamelle McKenzie. Second, a request for a special event permit for Woodward Academy's alumni event on March 9, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. in Ward 3, requested by Deputy City Clerk Queenie Brown. Third, a proposal to adopt Article XVIII (Short‑Term Rentals) into Chapter 5 of the College Park Code of Ordinances, also sponsored by Councilwoman Jamelle McKenzie.

• Presentation on the Unhoused Initiative Fund by the Youth Civic Advisory Board (sponsored by Councilwoman Jamelle McKenzie)
• Special event permit request for Woodward Academy alumni event, March 9, 2026, 1‑p.m.–9‑p.m., Ward 3 (requested by Deputy City Clerk Queenie Brown)
• Ordinance to adopt Article XVIII (Short‑Term Rentals) into Chapter 5 of the College Park Code of Ordinances (sponsored by Councilwoman Jamelle McKenzie)

City Council

The City Council will decide on new ordinances regarding short-term rentals and distance requirements for malt beverages and wine. The body is also considering a resolution to expand the city's redevelopment area and an increase to the city's purchasing threshold.

• Proposed ordinance to adopt Article XVIII (Short-Term Rentals) within Chapter 5 of the City Code
• Proposed ordinance to amend distance requirements for malt beverages and wine by the drink
• Request to increase the City's purchasing threshold from $10,000 to $25,000
• Contract for Walmart for retail and wholesale merchandise solutions not to exceed $100,000
• Change order of $46,847 for the Paws On Main Dog Park in Ward 4

The council voted to increase the city’s purchasing threshold from $10,000 to $25,000. It also approved a resolution expanding the redevelopment area, a special event permit for Woodward Academy, and transferred $6,000 to the Youth Civic Advisory Board’s unhoused initiative. Multiple contracts on the consent agenda were approved, and an ordinance changing alcohol beverage distance requirements was adopted. The March 16 council meeting was cancelled.

• Amended agenda to remove items 6K, 6D, 10G, 9I and add discussion of rescheduling March 16 meeting; motion carried (all voted in favor)
• Approved appointment of Rose Stewart to the Ward 1 Board, ATL DMO; motion carried (all voted in favor)
• Approved consent agenda contracts including Cellebrite ($15,567.02), Commercial Washer ($11,342.00), Flock Safety ($72,000.00), Hardy Chevrolet vehicle ($53,424.00), Walmart agreement (up to $100,000), Silverado truck ($79,777.00), NOV A Engineering ($40,923.75), Paws On Main Dog Park ($46,847.00), Aquatic Pool Management ($63,056.00); motion carried (all voted in favor)
• Approved Resolution No. 2026-02 expanding the redevelopment area of the city; motion carried (all voted in favor)
• Approved Special Event Permit for Woodward Academy Alumni Event on March 9, 2026; motion carried (all voted in favor)
• Approved transfer of $6,000 from the Unhoused Initiative Fund to the Ward 1 Community Enhancement account for the Youth Civic Advisory Board; motion carried (all voted in favor)
• Approved amendment of the purchasing policy threshold from $10,000 to $25,000; motion carried (all voted in favor)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2026-04 amending alcohol beverage distance requirements; votes: Arnold and Carn in favor, McKenzie and Gay opposed, Mayor Motley broke tie with a vote in favor; motion carried

City Council

The City Council will vote on new ordinances regarding short-term rentals and distance requirements for malt beverages and wine. The body is also considering a resolution to expand the city's redevelopment area and an increase to the purchasing policy threshold.

• Ordinance to adopt Article XVIII (Short-Term Rentals) within Chapter 5
• Ordinance to amend distance requirements for malt beverages and wine by the drink
• Cooperative Agreement with Walmart for retail and wholesale merchandise not to exceed $100,000.00
• Change order of $46,847.00 for Paws On Main Dog Park in Ward 4
• Request to increase purchasing policy threshold from $10,000 to $25,000

Board of Ethics

The Board of Ethics will meet to discuss a legal opinion concerning a response to a submission made by Randy Godfrey on November 20, 2025.

• Legal opinion regarding response to Nov 20, 2025 Randy Godfrey submission

The Board of Ethics approved the meeting agenda unanimously. It also approved sending a response letter to Randy Godfrey as requested. Finally, the Board approved a procedure for notifying the Chair of complaints received by the City Clerk and for the Clerk to offer meeting date options.

• Approved meeting agenda (4-0-0)
• Approved sending response letter to Randy Godfrey (5-0-0)
• Approved complaint notification procedure for Chair and meeting date options (5-0-0)

Charter Review Commission

The Charter Review Commission will meet on Jan 27, 2026 at 6:00 PM in the Public Safety Community Room A of the College Park Police Department. The commission will continue its discussion of Article I of the City Charter, a topic carried forward from the Dec 30, 2025 meeting. If a quorum is present, the commission may take action on the article. The meeting is in‑person only and will not be broadcast live.

• Review and discuss Article I of City Charter (continuation, possible action if quorum present)

The commission approved the meeting agenda with an 8-0-0 vote. No action was taken on the review of Article I of the city charter, which remained under discussion. The meeting was adjourned at 8:09 p.m.

• Approved meeting agenda (8-0-0)
• No action taken on Article I charter review

Alcoholic License Review Board (ALRB)

The Alcoholic License Review Board will nominate and elect its chair, vice chair, secretary, and treasurer. It will approve the regular session minutes from March 19, 2025, and the town hall meeting minutes from April 2, 2025. The board will also approve its 2026 meeting calendar.

• Nominate and elect board chair, vice chair, secretary, and treasurer
• Approve regular session minutes dated March 19, 2025
• Approve town hall meeting minutes dated April 2, 2025
• Approve the Alcoholic License Review Board 2026 meeting calendar

The Alcoholic License Review Board removed agenda item 5A iv and unanimously elected Kelly Sutton as Chair, Aliya Tousana as Vice Chair, and Sabrina Walters as Secretary. The board also unanimously approved the March 19, 2025 regular session minutes, the April 2, 2025 town hall minutes, and the 2026 meeting calendar.

• Removed agenda item 5A iv (unanimous)
• Elected Kelly Sutton as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Aliya Tousana as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Sabrina Walters as Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved March 19, 2025 regular session minutes (unanimous)
• Approved April 2, 2025 town hall minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 meeting calendar (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will review several contracts for infrastructure and professional services. The body is also considering ordinances to install new stop signs at multiple intersections across Wards 2, 3, and 4.

• Traffic signal installations at Main St./Camp Creek Pkwy and Main St./Leslie Dr/Hospitality Way for $664,048.00
• Comprehensive Plan services contract to Inspire Placemaking Collective, Inc. for $145,230.00
• Professional Services Agreement with Consensus Solutions Incorporated LLC for $53,727.00
• Stop sign ordinances for Hawthorne Ave/Howard Dr, Godby Rd/Godby Pl, and Fredericksburg Dr/Glenda Dr/Lakeshore Dr
• Payment of $30,000.00 to Gateway Center Arena for Police Department Seniors Social/In Love Concert

Workshop Items

The College Park City Council will hold a workshop session to review two planning presentations. The body will discuss the Comprehensive Plan and the Strategic Plan.

• Comprehensive Plan presentation by Inspire Placemaking Collective, Inc
• Strategic Plan presentation from Consensus Solutions Incorporated, LLC

Workshop Items

The College Park City Council will discuss awarding a $145,230 contract to Inspire Placemaking Collective, Inc. to update the city's Comprehensive Plan. The presentation will cover the strategic framework for land use, economic development, and community engagement required by the state.

• Award of $145,230 contract to Inspire Placemaking Collective, Inc. for Comprehensive Plan
• Discussion on Comprehensive Plan presentation by Inspire Placemaking Collective, Inc.
• Discussion on Strategic Plan presentation from Consensus Solutions Incorporated, LLC
• Meeting held at 3667 Main Street, College Park, Georgia
• Meeting broadcast via Facebook Live and YouTube Live

City Council

The College Park City Council will consider and act on several consent agenda items, including contracts for a comprehensive plan, towing services, professional consulting, and a major traffic signal installation project. They will also approve ordinances adding stop signs at multiple locations city‑wide. Additional agenda items cover proclamations, public remarks, and routine reports.

• Approve RFP 26-29: Traffic Signal Installations contract $664,048 to R.J. Haynie & Associates, Inc.
• Approve RFP 26-11: Comprehensive Plan services contract $145,230 to Inspire Placemaking Collective, Inc.
• Approve $15,000 towing contract for Sanitation Vehicle No. 445 with Professional Truck Towing, Inc.
• Approve $53,727 Professional Services Agreement with Consensus Solutions Incorporated LLC.
• Approve ordinances for stop signs on Hawthorne Ave./Howard Dr., Godby Road/Place, and Fredericksburg Dr./Glenda Dr./Lakeshore Dr.

The council unanimously adopted three stop‑sign ordinances for Hawthorne Ave./Howard Dr., Godby Road/Godby Place, and Fredericksburg/Glenda/Lakeshore Dr. It also approved a $145,230 contract with Inspire Placemaking Collective for Comprehensive Plan services. The consent agenda covering several budgeted items, including a $15,000 tow contract and a $664,048 traffic‑signal upgrade, was approved unanimously, while the $53,727 Professional Services Agreement with Consensus Solutions failed. Additionally, Adrian Ridgeway and Demetrius Taylor were appointed to the Charter Review and Tenants Commissions, and a $40,681 cyber‑security expense was approved.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2026-01 for Hawthorne Ave. and Howard Dr. stop signs (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2026-02 for Godby Road and Godby Place stop signs (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2026-03 for Fredericksburg Dr, Glenda Dr, and Lakeshore Dr stop signs (unanimous)
• Approved $145,230 contract with Inspire Placemaking Collective for Comprehensive Plan services (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items including $15,000 towing contract and $664,048 traffic‑signal upgrade (unanimous)
• Failed to approve $53,727 Professional Services Agreement with Consensus Solutions (motion failed)
• Appointed Adrian Ridgeway to the Charter Review Commission (unanimous)
• Appointed Demetrius Taylor to the Tenants Commission (unanimous)

Special Called Meeting

The Mayor and City Council of College Park will hold a retreat from January 9 through January 11, 2026 at Château Élan, 100 Rue Charlemagne Drive, Braselton, Georgia. The agenda lists start times for each day, with a final session on Saturday at 6:00 p.m. that includes a Council appointment to BIDA. No decisions or public business items are listed on the agenda.

• Friday, Jan 9, 2026: 6:00 p.m. – adjournment
• Saturday, Jan 10, 2026: 7:00 a.m. – adjournment; final session begins 6:00 p.m. (Council appointment to BIDA)
• Sunday, Jan 11, 2026: 7:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

The council approved Julian Reasonover as the Ward 2 representative on the Brookhaven Inter‑District Authority. The motion was made by Councilman Carn, seconded by Councilwoman Arnold, and all members present voted in favor. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved Julian Reasonover appointment to Ward 2 BIDA (unanimous)
• Meeting adjourned at 6:44 p.m.

Workshop Items

The College Park City Council will hold a workshop session on January 5, 2026. The council will discuss a swearing-in ceremony. No other agenda items are listed.

• Swearing In Ceremony

City Council

The College Park City Council will consider a series of appointments and approvals, including several large water infrastructure contracts. It will vote on a $700,234.60 water main replacement from Washington Road to Lyle Terrace and other water line projects totaling over $1 million. The council will also adopt a resolution to temporarily suspend certain city administration fees until March 31 2026 and award power distribution material contracts to two bidders.

• Approve $700,234.60 water main replacement from Washington Road to Lyle Terrace (Ward 1)
• Approve $337,650 water main replacement on Mercer Avenue (Ward 3)
• Approve payments of $45,570 and $59,150 to Kemi Construction for copper water line installation (Ward 2)
• Approve $10,890.94 annual agreement with PowerDMS for professional services
• Adopt resolution to temporarily suspend certain city administration fees until March 31 2026

City Council

The College Park City Council will meet to appoint officials, including the Mayor Pro Tem and City Physicians, and approve several contracts for water infrastructure, IT materials, and consulting services. The meeting will also include a public hearing and the introduction of new employees.

• Appointment of 2026 Mayor Pro Tem and City Physicians
• Approval of $10,891 PowerDMS subscription for police services
• Approval of $337,650 water main replacement on Mercer Avenue
• Approval of $62,000 digital marketing services for Main Street
• Approval of $50,000 allocation to Learning Innovation Alliance

The City Council appointed a new Mayor Pro Tem, approved a consent agenda covering several service contracts, and passed a resolution to suspend certain city administration fees until March 31, 2026. It also awarded contracts for power distribution materials, digital marketing services, water infrastructure, and a workforce program grant.

• Appointed Councilman Joe Carn as 2026 Mayor Pro Tem and BIDA Post 6 (All Voted in Favor)
• Approved 2026 list of City Physicians (All Voted in Favor)
• Approved consent agenda items including PowerDMS subscription $10,890.94, water main contracts, Ignite Resource Center $25,000, and JBF Communications $4,583.50/month (All Voted in Favor)
• Approved resolution to temporarily suspend city administration fees until March 31, 2026, capped at $50,000 (All Voted in Favor)
• Awarded Power Distribution Materials contracts to Irby Utilities ($249,926) and Wesco International ($113,217) (All Voted in Favor)
• Awarded Digital Marketing Services contract to Pivot Path LLC ($62,000) (All Voted in Favor)
• Approved $72,900 payment to Jewel of The South for water tap installations in Ward 1 (All Voted in Favor)
• Approved $50,000 allocation to Learning Innovation Alliance for Ward 3 workforce programs (All Voted in Favor)

Workshop Items

The City Council will meet for a workshop session to conduct a swearing-in ceremony. No other legislative items or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Swearing In Ceremony