Forest Park, Georgia
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City Council
The Forest Park City Council will vote on a contract with NCB Incorporated to provide grant administration and management services, limited to $80,000 from 2021 SPLOST funds. The council will also consider a $91,000 audio production services contract for outdoor events at Starr Park, approve surplus public‑works fleet items, and authorize a hardware refresh purchase for the IT department. These items are on the work session agenda for July 6, 2026.
- Approve surplus items from the Public Works Fleet Department (vehicles and equipment).
- Approve purchase for the IT department’s annual hardware refresh under CDW‑G contract #99999-001-SPD0000220-0004.
- Enter into a contract with NCB Incorporated, 4017 Moonlight Drive, Little Elm, TX, up to $80,000 for grant administration services (2021 SPLOST funds).
- Enter into a contract with Onyx Media Services, Inc., 300 Long Creek Drive, Covington, GA, estimated $91,000 for audio production services for Starr Park events (General Fund).
City Council
The City Council will consider appointing Carl Geffken as City Manager effective July 13, 2026. They also will vote on contracts for grant administration services ($80,000) and audio production for events ($91,000). The consent agenda includes surplus vehicles and a computer hardware refresh purchase.
- Appointment of Carl Geffken as City Manager effective July 13, 2026
- Contract with NCB Incorporated for grant administration and management, not to exceed $80,000 from 2021 SPLOST funds
- Contract with Onyx Media Services for audio production at Starr Park, estimated $91,000 from General Fund
- Approval of surplus items from Public Works fleet, including non-operable vehicles
- Hardware refresh purchase from CDW-G for annual IT cycle
Urban Redevelopment Authority
The Urban Redevelopment Authority will review several project updates, including the Gun Range, the Park at Fort Gillem, Grapevine, the NASA Lifeline mural, and the Community Development Block Grant. New business includes an IGA Community Development Forest Park Marketplace analysis proposal and a Georgia Power request for a right‑of‑entry to the Fort Gillem 230 kV substation (Project #2025080046). The meeting will also feature finance and legal updates before adjourning.
- Georgia Power Right of Entry Fort Gillem Project #2025080046 (Flankers Road 230 kV Substation) – Economic Development
- IGA Community Development Forest Park Marketplace Analysis Proposal – Economic Development
- Park at Fort Gillem Master Redevelopment Update – Economic Development
- Gun Range Update – Public Works
- Community Development Block Grant Update – Economic Development
General
The city's ethics hearing officer will conduct a hearing on Ethics Complaint No. 05222026-02 filed by Mayor Gwendolyn Ellison against Councilwoman Kimberly James. The meeting is limited to this single complaint and will adjourn afterward.
- Ethics hearing on Complaint No. 05222026-02: Councilwoman Kimberly James, complainant Mayor Gwendolyn Ellison
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Recent meetings
Downtown Development Authority
The Downtown Development Authority will review several contracts and project updates, including advertising, landscaping, and cleaning services. It will also consider a tax abatement proposal presented by Ed Wall of Piper Sandler and discuss a bond assignment for the Gillem 1100 project. Additional items include an overview of the 2026 Blues on Main event and plans for a strategic retreat.
- Multiview Digital Advertising Contract Review & Approval
- Ernest Drive Landscaping Update
- 954 Main Street Cleaners Sign Contract Review & Approval
- Tax Abatement Presentation
- Gillem 1100- Bond Assignment
City Council
The Forest Park City Council will hold a special called meeting to consider adopting an ordinance approving the FY2026-2027 Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Plan, with a proposed total of $46,439,729. The agenda also includes routine procedural items and an executive session for personnel, litigation, real estate, or cybersecurity matters.
- Adoption of ordinance for FY2026-2027 Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Plan totaling $46,439,729
General
The Forest Park Development Authority is meeting for a strategic board retreat to discuss its structure, powers, board responsibilities, current projects and properties, financial capabilities, and future direction. No binding decisions are expected; the session is a facilitated workshop.
- Facilitated discussion on Development Authority Structure & Powers
- Review of board function and responsibilities
- Update on Development Authority projects and properties by Economic Development Director Rochelle Dennis
- Workshop on financial capabilities and incentives
- Discussion on the future direction of the Development Authority
Beautification Committee
The Forest Park Beautification Committee will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from April 27, discuss the Neighbor Helping Neighbors Initiative, and address several new business items. These include nominating and confirming a new chairperson to replace Kwan Rhea, confirming locations for trash cans, launching a back-to-school initiative, and scheduling the next Beautification Day clean-up. All items are routine committee business.
- Nomination and confirmation of new chairperson to replace Kwan Rhea
- Confirmation of trash can locations
- Back-to-School Initiative discussion
- Planning for next Beautification Day clean-up
- Neighbor Helping Neighbors Initiative update
Urban Design Review Board
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review two variance requests during this meeting. These include a request for a front yard setback change at 794 Main Street and an accessory use standards variance for 4214 Boling Dr.
- Variance Request for 794 Main Street: decrease minimum front yard setback from 10 feet to 0 feet
- Variance Request for 4214 Boling Dr.: request regarding accessory use standards
City Council
This regular session includes a public hearing and second reading of the $46,439,729 FY26-27 operating budget and capital improvement plan, followed by a vote to adopt the budget ordinance. Council will also consider approving a proposed expansion of the Urban Redevelopment Area from 122 to 512 acres along Forest Parkway and Jonesboro Road to address blight and promote redevelopment. Other items include a six-month contract extension for an impact fee study (no cost increase), a $121,090 asphalt patching contract with DAF Concrete, and a $1,427,294.93 budget amendment. Additionally, presentations will be given on housing resources, hygiene services for homeless, and the Mayor's Reading Club.
- Public hearing and second reading of FY26-27 operating budget ($46,439,729)
- Vote to adopt ordinance approving FY26-27 budget
- Approval of Urban Redevelopment Area expansion (122 to 512 acres)
- $121,090 contract with DAF Concrete for asphalt patching on ~20 roads
- Budget Amendment #5 increasing General Fund appropriations by $1,427,294.93
City Council
The Forest Park City Council will hold a work session to discuss and vote on several items, including the second reading and adoption of the FY26-27 Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Plan totaling $46,439,729, a $1.4 million General Fund budget amendment, an urban redevelopment plan boundary expansion, and a contract for asphalt patching services. Presentations on housing and homelessness initiatives will also be given.
- Second reading of FY26-27 Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Plan ($46,439,729)
- Ordinance to adopt the FY26-27 budget and capital plan
- General Fund Budget Amendment #5 ($1,427,294.93 increase, new total $44,238,651)
- Approval of proposed Urban Redevelopment Area boundary expansion to 512 acres
- Contract award to DAF Concrete Inc. for asphalt patching ($121,090)
Urban Redevelopment Authority
The Forest Park Urban Redevelopment Agency will meet to discuss a proposed URA boundary expansion, updates on Fort Gillem (Georgia Power right of entry, Park at Fort Gillem, Grapevine retainage and change order), and new business including a laydown yard proposal from Atlanta Gas Light, a Forest Park Plaza revitalization playbook, and a pedestrian bridge presentation. The board will also receive a finance report, consider a NASA muralist introduction, and review an EPA Assessment Grant application.
- 2. URA Boundary Expansion Update
- 4. Georgia Power Right of Entry Fort Gillem Project #2025080046 updated signature page
- 6. Grapevine: execution of retainage documents and amendment to construction contract (Change Order #1)
- 9. Forest Park Plaza Revitalization Playbook presentation
- 10. Pedestrian Bridge presentation
General
This is a special called meeting with only procedural items: call to order, roll call, agenda adoption, and an executive session for personnel, litigation, real estate, or cyber security. No substantive decisions or public hearings are listed.
- Executive session under OCGA § 50-14-1 for personnel, litigation, real estate, or cyber security
The Forest Park City Council convened for a special called meeting on June 5, 2026, to discuss personnel, litigation, real estate, and cyber security in executive session. The meeting concluded with no formal actions taken.
- Agenda adopted unanimously (3-0)
- Executive session convened unanimously (3-0)
- Executive session recessed unanimously (3-0)
- Meeting reconvened unanimously (3-0)
- Executive session reconvened unanimously (3-0)
- Executive session adjourned with no action taken (3-0)
- Meeting adjourned at 3:30 p.m.
City Council
The City Council will consider two vetoes from the mayor: one on a policy for police security details for elected officials, and one on the termination of Police Chief Brandon Criss. New business includes a Mental Health Awareness Policy at no cost. A public hearing will be held on a proposed Urban Redevelopment Plan boundary expansion. The first reading of the FY26-27 Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Plan will also be presented.
- Veto on policy governing police security details for elected officials
- Veto on termination of Police Chief Brandon Criss
- Mental Health Awareness Policy at no additional cost
- Urban Redevelopment Plan boundary expansion (URA)
- First reading of FY26-27 Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Plan
The City Council approved a Mental Health Awareness Policy and opened a public hearing for an Urban Redevelopment Plan expansion. The Council failed to override the Mayor's veto regarding the termination of Police Chief Brandon Criss.
- Approved Mental Health Awareness Policy (3-0-1)
- Opened public hearing for Urban Redevelopment Plan expansion (5-0)
- Veto on police security detail policy stands (no override motion)
- Veto on Police Chief Criss termination stands (motion failed 0-5)
- Approved agenda and minutes unanimously (5-0)
- Budget First Reading scheduled for June 15 (5-0)
City Council
The Forest Park City Council will hold a work session to consider a Mental Health Awareness Policy at no cost, a proposed Urban Redevelopment Plan (URA Boundary Expansion), and receive the first reading of the FY26-27 Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Plan. These items are under new business and may be discussed but not formally voted on during this work session.
- Consideration of a Mental Health Awareness Policy at no additional cost to the city
- Proposed Urban Redevelopment Plan (URA Boundary Expansion) under O.C.G.A. § 36-62.1
- First reading of the FY2026-2027 Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Plan
- Public hearing comments will be heard during the regular session, not this work session
- Executive session scheduled for personnel, litigation, real estate, or cyber security matters
The council adopted the meeting agenda with a 5-0 vote. It then approved a motion to convene an executive session, also by a unanimous 5-0 vote. Finally, the council approved a motion to adjourn the executive session, again unanimously 5-0. No other substantive actions were decided during the work session.
- Adopt agenda (5-0 unanimous)
- Convene executive session (5-0 unanimous)
- Adjourn executive session (5-0 unanimous)
Downtown Development Authority
The Downtown Development Authority will discuss and potentially act on the FY 26-27 draft budget, several tax abatement agreements (Scannell Properties, Gillem 600-650, Digital Realty), and a Digital Realty Community Benefit Agreement. The meeting also includes approval of March 2026 minutes, updates on property splits and lighting repairs, new business presentations, landscape approvals, and a sign proposal for Carter's Cleaners. An executive session is scheduled for personnel, litigation, real estate, or cyber security.
- Approval of FY 26-27 draft budget
- Digital Realty tax abatement and Community Benefit Agreement
- Scannell Properties tax abatement
- Gillem 600-650 tax abatement
- Carter's Cleaners sign proposal at 954 Main Street
Development Authority
The Development Authority will consider approval of minutes from previous meetings and receive updates on the FY 26-27 draft budget, a PILOT payment, and the 848 Main Street lease. Old business includes the Prestwick Development at 760-770 Main Street, the Georgia Utility Contractors Association project at 794 Main Street, and 850 Main Street. New business features an Arts & Entertainment Court update and a landscape proposal. The meeting may enter executive session for personnel, litigation, real estate, or cybersecurity matters.
- Approval of May 6 and April 22, 2026 meeting minutes
- PILOT payment update and 848 Main Street lease update
- Review of April 2026 finance report and FY 26-27 draft budget
- Prestwick Development update at 760-770 Main Street
- Arts & Entertainment Court update and landscape proposal
Beautification Committee
The Forest Park Beautification Committee will hold a regular meeting to consider several items. New business includes nominating and confirming a new chair to replace Kwan Rhea, confirming trash can locations, and planning the Back-to-School Initiative and the next Beautification Day clean-up. Old business includes the Neighbor Helping Neighbors Initiative.
- Nomination/confirmation of Chair to replace Kwan Rhea
- Confirmation of Trash Can Locations
- Back-to-School Initiative
- Next Beautification Day Clean-Up
- Neighbor Helping Neighbors Initiative (old business)
General
The Urban Design Review Board will consider two applications at its May 22 meeting: a new 9,600-square-foot commercial training facility at 794 Main Street and an exterior renovation of a single-family home at 1024 Cheaves Drive. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from April 17.
- Applicant Elizabeth Williams seeks approval for a 9,600 sq ft two-story commercial training facility at 794 Main Street (Parcel 13050B J001A, Ward 2)
- Applicant Elizabeth Kenney seeks approval for exterior renovation of an existing single-family home at 1024 Cheaves Drive (Parcel 13049C G010, Ward 3)
Planning Commission
City Council
The City Council will hold a special called meeting for an appeal hearing regarding Brandon Criss. The council will also enter an executive session to discuss personnel, litigation, real estate, or cyber security. No other business is listed.
- Appeal hearing for Brandon Criss
The Forest Park City Council held a special called meeting on May 19, 2026, to hear the appeal of terminated Police Chief Brandon Criss. The council adopted the agenda and debated the length of the appellant's presentation time, ultimately voting to defer that decision until after the presentation begins. No vote on the termination itself was taken in the portion of the meeting provided.
- Adopted agenda as presented (5-0)
- Voted to defer decision on extending appellant's presentation time until after presentation begins (4-1)
City Council
The City Council will consider adopting a policy governing security details for elected officials from the police department and a resolution requiring all city-owned vehicles to display official decals. Other agenda items include ceremonial proclamations and approval of minutes from previous meetings.
- Policy for police security details for elected officials
- Resolution requiring City of Forest Park decals on all city-owned vehicles
- Proclamation for Public Works Week
- GMA Municipal Leader Community and Workplace Culture Certificate Program presentation
City Council approved a new policy governing police security details for elected officials and a resolution requiring official decals on city-owned vehicles. The council also approved the agenda and previous meeting minutes.
- Approved policy governing security detail for elected officials (3-2)
- Approved resolution requiring official decals on city-owned vehicles, excluding certain police vehicles (3-2)
- Adopted the meeting agenda (5-0)
- Approved Mayor & Council Retreat, Work Session, and Regular Session minutes from May 2026 (5-0)
City Council
The Forest Park City Council will hold a work session to review two proposals. The council will consider a new policy for police security details for elected officials and a resolution requiring official city decals on all municipal vehicles. These items address public safety protocols for city leadership and fleet identification standards. The meeting will also include a closed executive session to discuss personnel, litigation, real estate, or cyber security matters.
- Proposal for a policy governing police security details for elected officials
- Resolution requiring official City of Forest Park decals on all city-owned vehicles
- Closed executive session to discuss personnel, litigation, real estate, or cyber security
The council adopted the meeting agenda with a 5-0 vote. A motion to convene an executive session was approved unanimously (5-0). The council then unanimously (5-0) adjourned the executive session, reconvened the work session, and signed an affidavit with no action.
- Adopt agenda as presented (5-0)
- Convene executive session (5-0)
- Adjourn executive session, reconvene work session and sign affidavit with no action (5-0)
Urban Design Review Board
City Council
The City Council is holding a full-day budget retreat to discuss strategic visioning and review proposed budgets from all city departments. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the session is a working meeting to align departmental requests with city priorities. An executive session for personnel, litigation, real estate, or cybersecurity matters is also planned.
- Strategic visioning and budget objectives discussion from 9:00–9:45 a.m.
- Departmental budget presentations: Human Resources, Recreation & Leisure, Planning & Community Development, Economic Development
- Working lunch includes Municipal Court and Information Technology budget reviews
- Afternoon sessions cover Public Works, Fire Department, Police Department (including E911, Code Enforcement, Animal Control), and Finance
- Executive office, City Clerk, and Legislative office budgets addressed from 3:45–5:00 p.m.
The Forest Park City Council held a budget retreat on May 15, 2026, receiving presentations from Human Resources, Recreation and Leisure Services, and Planning & Community Development departments. No formal decisions, approvals, or votes on budget items were recorded; the only action was unanimous adoption of the meeting agenda. Discussions included HR centralization, staffing requests, and training initiatives, but no budget was adopted or modified.
- Adopted retreat agenda unanimously (3-0)
Urban Redevelopment Authority
The Urban Redevelopment Authority will consider a resolution to repeal, replace, and adopt revised bylaws. The board will also review the April 2026 finance report and the draft FY26-27 budget. Key updates include critical repairs, financials, and leasing standards for The Park at Fort Gillem, as well as the Grapevine mural project and Stephen's Lake Dam remediation.
- Resolution to repeal, replace, and adopt revised URA bylaws
- April 2026 Finance Report and FY26-27 Draft Budget Review
- The Park at Fort Gillem: critical repairs, financial update, safety, signage, and leasing exception request
- Grapevine: Nasa Lifeline Mural Update, Pay App #4, Change Order PCO#01, and CDBG Update
- Stephen's Lake Dam Remediation and Environmental Policy Review & Approval
General
The Development Authority Board will hold an executive session to consider matters related to personnel, litigation, real estate, and cyber security. No specific actions or decisions are listed in the agenda. The meeting otherwise follows standard procedural items.
- Executive session on personnel, litigation, real estate, and cyber security
City Council
The City Council will vote on an ordinance to clarify and update Title 9 (Licensing and Regulation), addressing outdated provisions and improving administrative processes. They will also hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit for a childcare center at 4959 and 4965 West St., discuss a policy on security details for elected officials, and discuss the Airport South Community Improvement District expansion.
- Conditional use permit for childcare center at 4959 and 4965 West St. within RS District (CUP-2026-02)
- Ordinance amending Title 9 (Licensing and Regulation) to clarify standards and improve compliance
- Policy governing security details for elected officials from city police department
- Discussion on Airport South Community Improvement District expansion for economic development
- Proclamations for National Public Safety Telecommunications Week and Professional Municipal Clerk's Week
The City Council approved a Conditional Use Permit for a childcare center at 4959 and 4965 West St. and expanded the Airport South Community Improvement District. A proposed policy for police security details for elected officials failed to pass.
- Approved Airport South CID expansion and appointed Steve Lackley (4-0)
- Security detail ordinance failed 2-1-1 (James/Gunn in favor, Gutierrez opposed, Akins-Wells abstained)
- Approved Conditional Use Permit for childcare center at 4959 and 4965 West St. (4-0)
- Tabled security detail ordinance to May 18, 2026 meeting
- Approved agenda and minutes unanimously (4-0)
City Council
At this work session, the Forest Park City Council will discuss expanding the Airport South Community Improvement District and consider approving a policy for police security details for elected officials. They will also consider a conditional use permit for a childcare center at 4959 and 4965 West St. and an ordinance amending Title 9 (Licensing and Regulation) to clarify regulatory standards. A public hearing will be held during the regular session.
- Discussion of Airport South Community Improvement District Expansion
- Consideration of policy governing security details for elected officials from police department
- Conditional Use Permit (CUP-2026-02) for childcare center at 4959 and 4965 West St. within Single-Family Residential District
- Ordinance amending Title 9 (Licensing and Regulation) to clarify standards, streamline procedures, and modernize language
- Planning Commission recommended approval of CUP with conditions including parking compliance and consistency with site plan
The City Council approved the expansion of the Airport South Community Improvement District (CID) and appointed Steve Lackley as the city's representative to the CID board. The council also adopted the meeting agenda.
- Adopted agenda 4-0
- Approved Airport South CID expansion
- Appointed Steve Lackley to Airport South CID Board
General
This is a City Council retreat, not a regular meeting. The agenda includes a facilitated session on strategies and impact from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM with a break, followed by an executive session for personnel, litigation, real estate, or cybersecurity. No specific ordinances, contracts, or public hearings are listed; the agenda is primarily procedural and strategic.
- Facilitated strategy session from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM by Lisa Benjamin of Lexicon Strategies
- Executive session authorized under OCGA § 50-14-1 for personnel, litigation, real estate, or cybersecurity
- Meeting held at Kimpton Overland Hotel, Two Porsche Dr., Hapeville, GA
- Council members and staff listed: Mayor Ellison, Councilmembers James, Gutierrez, Mears, Gunn, Akins-Wells, Interim City Manager Clemons, City Clerk Holiday, City Attorney Matricardi
The Forest Park City Council held a facilitated retreat focused on team-building, governance, and strategic priorities. No ordinances, contracts, or policy votes were taken; the only formal action was adopting the agenda (3-0). The session included discussions on improving collaboration, addressing homelessness, and building the city's brand.
- Adopted retreat agenda (3-0)
General
This is a city council retreat focused on facilitated discussions about governance and strategic impact, not a regular voting meeting. No ordinances, contracts, or public hearings are scheduled. The retreat includes sessions led by GMA and Lexicon Strategies representatives, followed by an executive session on personnel, litigation, real estate, or cybersecurity.
- Facilitated governance session by GMA District 3 Representative Michael McPherson (9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.)
- Facilitated strategies and impact session by Lexicon Strategies’ Lisa Benjamin (1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.)
- Executive session authorized under OCGA § 50-14-1 for personnel, litigation, real estate, or cyber security
The City Council held a retreat to discuss governance, strategic planning, and the Comprehensive Plan. The meeting included facilitated discussions on council roles, trust, and community priorities. No substantive votes were taken.
- Agenda adopted unanimously (3-0)
- Council agreed to copy City Clerk on communications with Council Aides
- Council agreed to notify Directors of issues rather than Council Aides
- Council agreed to complete SWOT analysis and vision statements for Summary Report
Beautification Committee
The Beautification Committee will discuss and potentially approve the 2026 Event Calendar for Parks & Recreation, receive an update on the Helping Thy Neighbor's Initiative, and debrief after Beautification Day. The meeting also includes routine approval of minutes and agenda.
- Discussion/Approval of 2026 Event Calendar for Parks & Recreation
- Update on Helping Thy Neighbor's Initiative
- Debrief of Beautification Day
Downtown Development Authority
The Downtown Development Authority will consider approving March minutes, receive a finance report, and hear presentations from Develop Clayton and on Multiview Digital Advertising. Old business includes a strategic retreat and board training, followed by an economic development update.
- Presentation by Develop Clayton President & CEO Mandala Jones
- Multiview Digital Advertising presentation from Economic Development
- Discussion of Downtown Development Authority Strategic Retreat
- New board member training
- March 2026 Finance Report
Development Authority
The Forest Park Development Authority will discuss a lease default at 848 Main Street and review the draft budget for fiscal year 2026-2027. Items also include a PILOT payment update and updates on properties at 850 and 794 Main Street. The meeting includes public comments and a possible executive session.
- 848 Main Street Lease Default update
- Pilot Payment Update (Kirby A. Glaze, Eq.)
- FY 26-27 Draft Budget review
- 850 Main Street update
- Georgia Utility Contractors Association - 794 Main Street update
The Development Authority voted unanimously to cancel the services of Marshall Jones effective immediately and to close its bank account and move funds to the City of Forest Park. The board also approved the February 25, 2026 minutes with an amendment to reflect a vote tally. No other substantive decisions were made; several items were discussed only.
- Adopted agenda as presented (unanimous)
- Approved February 25, 2026 minutes with amendment (unanimous)
- Cancelled services of Marshall Jones effective immediately (unanimous)
- Closed Development Authority bank account, moved funds to City of Forest Park (unanimous)
City Council
The City Council will consider reappointing or appointing a representative to the Clayton County Land Bank Board, whose term expires April 21. They will also vote on facility usage requests for the Jam for Peace festival at the amphitheater and for the Clayton County Community Orators Toastmasters Club at 696 Main Street, plus approve a surplus items list from the Economic Development Department.
- Reappoint or appoint city representative to Clayton County Land Bank Board (4-year term, expiring April 21, 2026)
- Approve amphitheater facility usage for 4th annual Jam for Peace festival on May 9, 2026
- Approve 696 Main Street facility usage for Clayton County Community Orators Toastmasters Club
- Approve surplus items list from Economic Development Department
The City Council unanimously approved reappointing SaVaughn Irons-Kumassah to the Clayton County Land Bank Board and approved facility usage requests for a local festival and a Toastmasters club.
- Reappointed SaVaughn Irons-Kumassah to Clayton County Land Bank Board (5-0)
- Approved 4th Annual Jam for Peace festival at Amphitheater (5-0)
- Approved Toastmasters Club meetings at 696 Main Street for 6 months (5-0)
- Unanimously adopted the agenda (5-0)
- Unanimously approved minutes from previous meetings (5-0)
City Council
The City Council will consider reappointing or appointing a representative to the Clayton County Land Bank Board for a four-year term. They will also vote on approving a facility use request for the 'Jam for Peace' festival at the Amphitheater on May 9, and a request from the Clayton County Community Orators Toastmasters Club to use 696 Main Street. Additionally, they will consider approving a surplus items list from the Economic Development Department. The meeting includes an executive session for personnel, litigation, or real estate matters.
- Reappointment or appointment of City representative to Clayton County Land Bank Board (term expires April 21, 2026)
- Approve Amphitheater facility request for 4th annual 'Jam for Peace' festival on May 9 featuring local artists, job and health fair
- Approve facility use request from Clayton County Community Orators Toastmasters Club at 696 Main Street for bi-monthly meetings
- Approve surplus items list from Economic Development Department
- Executive session for personnel, litigation, or real estate per OCGA §50-14-1(A)(2)
The council adopted the agenda unanimously and discussed appointing a representative to the Clayton County Land Bank Board. The meeting also included a discussion on facility usage requests and an executive session.
- Adopted agenda (5-0)
- Discussed appointing Land Bank Board representative
- Discussed Jam for Peace festival usage request
- Discussed 696 Main Street Toastmasters usage request
- Discussed Economic Development surplus items list
- Entered executive session (5-0)
- Reconvened from executive session with no action (5-0)
Urban Design Review Board
Urban Design Review Board
The Forest Park Urban Design Review Board will consider a request for conceptual design approval for two duplex buildings (four units) on a vacant parcel at 0 Stillwood Cove (Parcel #13046C A016) in Ward 1. The meeting also includes approval of March 20, 2026 minutes and public comments.
- Review and action on conceptual design for two duplex buildings (four total residential units) at 0 Stillwood Cove, Ward 1 (Parcel #13046C A016)
Planning Commission
The Forest Park Planning Commission will approve the March 19, 2026 meeting minutes. It will review a variance request by Jesus Gonzalez for 0 Stillwood Cove to increase dwelling units and reduce setbacks in the Two‑Family Residential District. The commission will also consider a conditional use permit application by Lauren Davis to locate a childcare center on parcels at 4959 and 4965 West Street in the Single‑Family Residential District.
- Approve March 19, 2026 meeting minutes
- Variance request (Case# VAR-2026-01) for 0 Stillwood Cove to permit two duplexes (four units) with reduced rear yard setback to 25 ft and front yard setback to 19 ft
- Conditional use permit (Case# CUP-2026-02) for a childcare center on 4959 and 4965 West Street
Urban Redevelopment Authority
The Urban Redevelopment Authority will approve prior meeting minutes, receive a finance update, and hear project updates for Grapevine and the Park at Fort Gillem. The agency will consider a presentation from the Clayton County Housing Authority, an update to its by‑laws, a draft budget review, and an environmental policy review. The meeting will conclude with an economic development update before adjourning.
- Approval of the March 12, 2026 meeting minutes
- Project update: Grapevine (833 Forest Parkway)
- Project update: Park at Fort Gillem
- URA Draft Budget Review
- Environmental Policy Review and Approval
The URA Board unanimously appointed Avery Wilson as Chair and Kimberly James as Vice Chairwoman. The meeting agenda and the February 12, 2026 minutes were also adopted unanimously. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.
- Appointed Avery Wilson as Chair of the URA (unanimous)
- Appointed Kimberly James as Vice Chairwoman of the URA (unanimous)
- Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)
- Approved February 12, 2026 URA minutes (unanimous)