Lyons, GA

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will review the financial report through June 2026 and hear reports from the City Manager and Lyons Mainstreet. The meeting includes a resolution to update the city employee handbook and a proposed ordinance to amend Chapter 18 of the Code of Lyons.

• Resolution to amend and update the City of Lyons employee handbook and personnel policies
• Ordinance to amend Chapter 18 of the Code of Lyons by adding Article VIII, Sec 73 (t)
• Review of financial report through June 2026
• Toombs County Development Authority September 2026 report

The City Council unanimously approved a resolution authorizing amendments to the employee handbook and personnel policies. The council also approved the minutes from the August 4, 2026 regular session and the financial report through June 2026. A first reading of an ordinance to amend Chapter 18 of the City Code was presented, with no motion needed at this time.

• Approved resolution to amend employee handbook and personnel policies (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from August 4, 2026 regular session (unanimous)
• Approved financial report through June 2026 (unanimous)
• First reading of ordinance to amend Chapter 18 of City Code (no motion needed)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider a zoning request from Montfort Properties for two properties at 253 N Lanier Street and 156 E Toombs Avenue. The meeting also includes resolutions to update the employee handbook, appoint a new city clerk, and void prior annexation actions for two parcels. Proclamations honoring Lynn Rowland and the 2026 Southeast Georgia Soap Box Derby International Race are scheduled.

• Zoning request for 253 N Lanier Street (L19-065) and 156 E Toombs Avenue (L18-072)
• Resolution to amend City of Lyons employee handbook and personnel policies
• Resolution appointing Chaquandra Hudson as City Clerk
• Resolution to void annexation of parcels C27 023B and C27 048A and void Resolutions 2127 and 2123
• Proclamation honoring Lynn Rowland and proclamation for 2026 Southeast Georgia Soap Box Derby International Race

The council approved a resolution appointing Chaquandra Hudson as City Clerk (3-0, with one abstention) and unanimously passed a resolution voiding two prior annexation actions for two Toombs County parcels. A zoning request for properties at 253 N Lanier Street and 156 E Toombs Avenue was discussed but no motion was made, so it remains eligible for a future meeting.

• Appointed Chaquandra Hudson as City Clerk (3-0, Benton abstained)
• Voided annexation actions for parcels C27 023B and C27 048A, including Resolutions 2127 and 2123 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from July 7, 2026 (unanimous)
• No action taken on zoning request for Montfort Properties at 253 N Lanier Street and 156 E Toombs Avenue

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will approve financial statements, receive reports from local authorities, and vote on awarding contracts for road resurfacing, hurricane resilience funding, and zoning ordinance updates.

• Award project to resurface roads funded by Local Maintenance and Improvement Grant 2026 Supplemental
• Award grant administration services related to GEFA Hurricane Helene Resilience Funding Program
• Award engineering services related to GEFA Hurricane Helene Resilience Funding Program
• Engage with Inspire Placemaking for services related to the City of Lyons Zoning Ordinance Update

The City Council approved a road resurfacing contract to McLendon Enterprise and awarded several service contracts related to GEFA Hurricane Helene Resilience funding. Additionally, the council approved engineering services for pump stations and water infrastructure, as well as a zoning ordinance update.

• Approved June 2, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved April 2026 financial report (unanimous)
• Awarded road resurfacing contract to McLendon Enterprise for $180,201.34 (passed with majority; Shell abstained)
• Awarded grant administration to ER Asist Inc (unanimous)
• Awarded engineering services to M.E. Sack Engineering (unanimous)
• Awarded engineering services to Hofstadter and Associates (unanimous)
• Awarded zoning ordinance update services to Inspire Placemaking (unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Lyons City Council will consider a resolution requesting the state legislative delegation to introduce local legislation for a Local Homestead Option Sales Tax (LHOST), subject to voter approval. The council will also discuss awarding a road resurfacing project funded by a LMIG grant, contracting grant administration and engineering services for Hurricane Helene resilience funding, and hiring a consultant for zoning ordinance updates. A financial report through April 2026 will be presented.

• Resolution to request state authorization for a Local Homestead Option Sales Tax (LHOST) subject to referendum
• Award road resurfacing project funded by the Local Maintenance and Improvement Grant (LMIG) 2026 Supplemental
• Award grant administration services for the GEFA Hurricane Helene Resilience Funding Program
• Award engineering services for the GEFA Hurricane Helene Resilience Funding Program
• Engage Inspire Placemaking for services related to the zoning ordinance update

The City Council approved a resolution requesting the Toombs County State Legislative Delegation introduce legislation for a local homestead option sales tax (LHOST) subject to referendum. Other items including road resurfacing, grant administration, engineering services, and zoning ordinance updates were reviewed but no decision was recorded.

• Passed resolution to request LHOST legislation (5-0)

City Council Work Session

City Council Regular Meeting

The Lyons City Council will consider a request from Jeffery Phillips to rezone parcel C39D-013A from R-1 to R-2 to allow placement of a modular home. The council will also vote on a resolution to award 2026 athletic field and court lighting. Several routine reports and the approval of previous meeting minutes are also on the agenda.

• Request to rezone parcel C39D-013A from R-1 to R-2 for a modular home
• Resolution to award 2026 Athletic Field and Court Lighting
• Approval of minutes from May 7, 2026 regular session
• Reports from Toombs County Development Authority, Lyons Mainstreet, and Long-Term Recovery Group

The City Council unanimously approved Jeffery Phillips' request to rezone a parcel from R-1 to R-2 for a modular home, granted a special use variance for a mobile home on Stauart Lane, and awarded the 2026 athletic field and court lighting contract to Graham Electric LLC for $825,000. The council also corrected an error in prior minutes, changing the approval from April 7 to May 5, 2026.

• Approved rezoning of C39D-013A from R-1 to R-2 (unanimous)
• Approved special use variance for mobile home on Stauart Lane (unanimous)
• Awarded athletic field lighting contract to Graham Electric LLC for $825,000 (unanimous)
• Corrected minutes from April 7 to May 5, 2026 (unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Lyons City Council will consider awarding an engineering contract for hurricane disaster recovery under OneGeorgia grant #26hd-138-5-5306. The council will also approve minutes from April 7, 2026, and a financial report through February 2026. Reports from the Toombs County Development Authority, Lyons Mainstreet, and the City Manager are scheduled.

• Resolution to award engineering contract for OneGeorgia Hurricane Disaster Recovery award #26hd-138-5-5306
• Approval of financial report through February 2026
• Toombs County Development Authority May 2026 report
• Lyons Mainstreet May 2026 report
• Proclamation for 57th Annual Professional Municipal Clerks Week

The council unanimously approved the minutes from April 7 and the financial report through February 2026. They passed a resolution awarding an engineering contract to Hofstadter and Associates for the design of stormwater culvert replacement along North Washington Street, part of the OneGeorgia Hurricane Disaster Recovery program. A proclamation was also issued declaring Professional Municipal Clerks Week.

• Approved minutes from April 7, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved financial report through February 2026 (unanimous)
• Passed resolution to award engineering contract to Hofstadter and Associates for stormwater culvert replacement design on North Washington Street (unanimous)

City Council Special Called Meeting

The Lyons City Council is holding a special called meeting to consider a resolution appointing an interim Fire Chief. The council will also authorize the terms of the appointment and set an effective date. No other business is on the agenda.

• Resolution appointing an interim Fire Chief for the City of Lyons, Georgia, authorizing terms and effective date

The council unanimously approved motions to enter executive session to discuss personal matters and later reconvene. A resolution to appoint Larry Monroe as interim fire chief with supplemental salary was introduced, but the minutes do not record a vote or final outcome.

• Approved motion to enter executive session for personal matters (4-0)
• Approved motion to reconvene after executive session (4-0)
• Approved motion to resume special called meeting (4-0)
• Resolution appointing Larry Monroe as interim fire chief was proposed; outcome not recorded

City Council Regular Meeting

The Lyons City Council will vote on a resolution imposing a 180-day moratorium on new residential and commercial building applications in the central business district. Other resolutions include authorizing a FY 2026 Community Development Block Grant application, adopting a fair housing anti-discrimination policy, amending traffic flow at North Washington and West Columbia, and approving an agreement with Tax Specialists of Georgia-Southeast, LLC. The council will also consider a variance from building code for a specific project and an application for workforce housing financing through the Georgia Equity Fund Program.

• Resolution imposing 180-day moratorium on new residential and commercial buildings in central business district
• Resolution to authorize FY 2026 Community Development Block Grant application to Georgia DCA
• Resolution prohibiting discrimination in housing based on race, color, religion, gender, or national origin
• Resolution to amend traffic flow at North Washington and West Columbia
• Resolution to approve agreement with Tax Specialists of Georgia-Southeast, LLC

The City Council rescinded two prior resolutions, one regarding a housing discrimination ban and another regarding a Community Development Block Grant application. The Council approved a new resolution to submit a CDBG application and authorized a 180-day moratorium on new residential and commercial construction in the Central Business District.

• Rescinded Resolution 64 regarding CDBG application submission
• Rescinded Resolution 65 prohibiting housing discrimination
• Approved new resolution to submit FY 2026 CDBG application
• Approved resolution prohibiting housing discrimination
• Approved resolution amending traffic flow at North Washington and West Columbia
• Approved agreement with Tax Specialists of Georgia-Southeast, LLC
• Approved resolution imposing 180-day moratorium on new construction in Central Business District
• Authorized hiring of Coverage Council and execution of related documents

Work Session

The City Council will discuss an ordinance to codify election procedures, a resolution to have Toombs County conduct city elections in 2025 and 2027, a request to call a redevelopment powers election, a zoning request at 340 Stewart Lane, property purchases, and the adoption of a FY2025 capital budget.

• Ordinance to add Sec. 1-13 to city code regarding conduct of elections and reserve Sec. 1-14 through 1-50
• Resolution to enter into a memorandum of understanding with Toombs County to conduct city elections 2025-2027
• Resolution requesting a call for an election to authorize redevelopment powers under state law
• Zoning request for property at 340 Stewart Lane
• Resolution to adopt a FY2025 capital budget for all city funds

Zoning Board Meeting

The Lyons Zoning Board will hold a public hearing and vote on a request by Princess Crawford to rezone 340 Stewart Lane from R1 to R2. The owner seeks to subdivide the 2-acre lot into two 1-acre lots and place a mobile home on the vacant lot. The property currently has a dwelling in poor condition.

• Zoning request for 340 Stewart Lane (parcel C39D-012A) from R1 to R2
• Owner proposes subdividing 2 acres into two 1-acre lots
• Request includes placing a mobile home on the new vacant lot
• $100 non-refundable application fee required

The Board recommended approval of a special use variance to allow a modular home on a subdivided lot at 340 Stewart Lane. The recommendation includes a suggestion for the Council to examine the area for future rezoning.

• Recommended approval of special use variance for 340 Stewart Lane (unanimous)

Zoning Board Meeting

The Lyons Zoning Board will hear a request from Avery Cyree for a setback variance at 450 S. Washington Street to construct a new building. This is the only action item on the July 29, 2025 agenda.

• Request for setback variance at 450 S. Washington St by Avery Cyree for new building construction

The Lyons Zoning Board unanimously recommended denying a setback variance request for 450 S. Washington St. and forwarded the item to the City Attorney to verify it falls within the board's authority. The board also unanimously adopted its officers for the term. Setback variances determine how close structures can be built to property lines, which affects local property use and compliance. The meeting closed at 7:00 PM.

• Recommended denial of setback variance at 450 S. Washington St. (unanimous)
• Forwarded variance request to City Attorney to confirm board jurisdiction
• Adopted zoning board officers (unanimous)

Regular Meeting

The Lyons City Council will consider approving a paving contract for city streets under the 2021-2022 LMIG grant, with a city match of $30,635. They will also vote on an emergency water interconnection agreement with Vidalia and appoint a new municipal court solicitor.

• Resolution to award paving contract for certain city streets using 2021-2022 LMIG grant (total $238,794, city match $30,635)
• Interconnection agreement with City of Vidalia for emergency water services
• Resolution appointing Jack M. Downie Sr. as Municipal Court Solicitor
• Proclamations honoring Soap Box Derby racers, including world champion Cash Driggers
• Citizen request from Chandra Woods to speak on behalf of SEEDS

The council approved a $306,350 paving contract for six streets using LMIG grant funds, awarded to lowest bidder Sikes Brothers. It also unanimously approved an interconnection agreement with Vidalia for emergency water system use, appointed Jack M. Downie Sr. as municipal court solicitor, and issued proclamations honoring local soap box derby champions. Minutes and financial statement were approved.

• Approved $306,350 paving contract to Sikes Brothers for 2021-2022 LMIG streets (3-0, Toole abstained)
• Approved interconnection agreement with City of Vidalia for emergency water system use (unanimous)
• Appointed Jack M. Downie Sr. as Municipal Court Solicitor (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of Aug 2, 2022 regular meeting (unanimous)
• Approved financial statement for month ending July 2022 (unanimous)

Regular Meeting

The Lyons City Council will hold a regular meeting on September 2, 2025. The main action is a proposed ordinance to create an Open Container Alcoholic Beverage District in the downtown core, allowing open containers on public property within a defined area. The council will also approve minutes, financial statements, and receive reports from the Chamber of Commerce, Main Street, and the City Manager.

• Ordinance to add Article X (Sections 6-221 through 6-224) establishing an open container district bounded by Lanier, Broad, Washington streets and the alley north of Columbia Avenue, plus 304 Society Gardens
• Approval of September 2025 financial statement
• City Manager report for September 2025
• Chamber of Commerce and Main Street updates

The City Council approved the second reading of an ordinance to amend Chapter 6 regarding open containers. Additionally, the council approved previous meeting minutes and the September 2025 financial statement.

• Approved August 12, 2025 Special Called Meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved August 5, 2025 Regular Meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved September 2025 financial statement (unanimous)
• Approved second reading of open container ordinance (unanimous)

Work Session

The Lyons City Council will discuss an ordinance to create an Open Container Alcoholic Beverage District in the downtown core, allowing carry and consumption of alcohol in public during certain hours at Main Street events. They will also review the September 2025 financial statement and city manager report. No votes are scheduled at this work session.

• Ordinance to add Article X to Chapter 6 of the city code, creating an Open Container Alcoholic Beverage District bounded by Lanier Street, Broad Street, Washington Street, and the alley between Columbia Avenue and Broad Street, plus 304 Society Gardens
• Proposed hours for open containers: Thursdays and Fridays 4:00–10:00 p.m., Saturdays 12:30–11:00 p.m., only during Lyons Main Street events
• Requirement that alcoholic beverages be in shatter-proof containers no larger than 16 fluid ounces, with City-required stickers, and purchased from licensed businesses within the district
• Review of September 2025 financial statement
• Review of September 2025 city manager report

Regular Meeting

The Lyons City Council will consider several resolutions at its May 2, 2023 regular meeting, including purchasing real property from a trust for $60,000, amending ordinances on public peace and order and Chapter 6, and approving capital budget appropriations for water well equipment and a park pavilion. The council will also discuss Juneteenth banners downtown and receive reports from the Chamber of Commerce and Main Street.

• Resolution to purchase real property from Rushing T. Stephens as trustee for $60,000
• Ordinance amending Chapter 38 regarding offenses involving public peace and order
• Ordinance amending Chapter 6 (specific sections to be struck and replaced)
• Capital budget amendment adding $28,876 to replace equipment at Water Well #3
• Capital budget amendment adding $17,000 for repair/renovation of a pavilion at Partin Park

The City Council approved several ordinances, budget adjustments, and a real estate purchase. Key actions included funding for water well repairs and park renovations.

• Approved April 4, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved March 2023 financial statement (unanimous)
• Approved Juneteenth downtown banners (unanimous)
• Approved $60,000 purchase of 482 S. State St. (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Chapter 38 regarding urban camping and public peace (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Chapter 6 of the code of ordinances (unanimous)
• Approved $28,876 for water well #3 equipment replacement (unanimous)
• Approved $17,000 for Partin Park upper pavilion repair and renovation (unanimous)

Public Hearing

The Lyons City Council is holding a public hearing to consider a resolution setting the 2024 millage rate at 3.89 mills. The estimated tax levy is $617,517, an increase of $146,122 over the previous year. The council has already held prior hearings and is expected to adopt the rate.

• Resolution to set 2024 millage rate at 3.89 mills with estimated tax levy of $617,517 (increase of $146,122)

The City Council held a public hearing concerning the 2024 millage rate. No action was taken during this meeting.

• Held public hearing on 2024 millage rate; no action taken

Regular Meeting

The Lyons City Council will consider adopting the Toombs County Joint Comprehensive Plan, 'One Toombs – Building on Collaboration,' as its official local plan under the Georgia Planning Act of 1989. The council also will vote on a resolution setting 2025 qualifying fees for candidates seeking elected office. A proclamation declaring February 9, 2025 as Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Week is scheduled.

• Resolution to adopt the Toombs County Joint Comprehensive Plan, 'One Toombs – Building on Collaboration'
• Resolution setting the 2025 qualifying fees for candidates seeking election to certain offices
• Proclamation declaring February 9, 2025 as FBLA Week in Lyons
• Approval of October 2024 financial statement
• City Manager report and Chamber of Commerce update

The Lyons City Council approved the October 2024 financial statement and adopted the Toombs County Joint Comprehensive Plan as the city’s official long-term development guide. The council also set the 2025 qualifying fees for local candidates at $108.00 for Wards 1, 2, and 4. These decisions establish the city’s planning framework and outline costs for residents running for office.

• Approved December 3, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved October 2024 financial statement (unanimous)
• Adopted Toombs County Joint Comprehensive Plan as official city plan (unanimous)
• Set 2025 candidate qualifying fees at $108.00 for Wards 1, 2, and 4 (unanimous)
• Issued proclamation for Future Business Leaders of America Week (Feb 9–15, 2025)

Special Called Meeting

The Lyons City Council is holding a special called meeting to consider a resolution authorizing the demolition of the city gym at 159 E. Oglethorpe Ave. The building was damaged by Hurricane Helen, and repairs to code compliance would cost over $3 million. The resolution directs the mayor to preserve items of historical or sentimental value before demolition and to explore future uses of the property for community recreation.

• Resolution to demolish Lyons City Gym at 159 E. Oglethorpe Ave due to hurricane damage
• Repair cost estimated at over $3,000,000 to bring structure to code compliance
• Mayor authorized to take steps for demolition and preserve historically or sentimentally valuable items
• Council to consider future use of property for health, well-being, and recreation
• Meeting date is January 15, 2025, not 2026 as indicated in header

The City Council unanimously approved resolutions to demolish the Lyons City Gym at 159 E. Oglethorpe Avenue and the Old Ice House/Water Department Office at 152 SE Broad Street due to damage from Hurricane Helene.

• Approved demolition of Lyons City Gym (unanimous)
• Approved demolition of Old Ice House/Water Dept Office (unanimous)
• Hurricane Helene damage cited as reason for demolition

Work Session

The Lyons City Council will discuss and vote on adopting the Fiscal Year 2025 budget, which is a mirror of the 2024 budget with minor changes to property tax and SRO contract revenues. They will also set a tentative 2024 millage rate of 3.89 mills, the same as the previous year. Other items include an intergovernmental agreement with Toombs County for debris removal after Hurricane Helene, awarding a $882,604 sanitary sewer and drainage contract for the Roosevelt and Trapnell area, and an alcohol license application for Guacamole Mexican Restaurant at 136 SE Broad Street.

• Adopt FY2025 budget (mirror of FY2024 with minor revenue changes)
• Set tentative 2024 millage rate at 3.89 mills
• Award $882,604 sanitary sewer and drainage improvement contract to McLendon Enterprises for Roosevelt and Trapnell area
• Intergovernmental agreement with Toombs County for FEMA-eligible debris removal after Hurricane Helene
• Alcohol beverage license application for Guacamole Mexican Restaurant at 136 SE Broad Street

Work Session

The Lyons City Council will discuss awarding a five-year sanitation contract (current Republic Services contract expires in 2025) and a paving contract for city streets funded by the 2024-2025 LMIG grant. They will also consider purchasing two parcels of real property, including one from Oliver Wooten Trust for $20,000 cash that will only convey a defeasible interest (not fee simple title). Other discussion items include an ordinance to add alcohol licensing regulations, a specific alcohol license for Stop and Shop, and a setback variance request at 450 S. Washington St.

• Discussion of awarding sanitation services contract 2025-2030
• Discussion of awarding paving contract for certain city streets (2024-2025 LMIG grant)
• Purchase of real property from Oliver Wooten Trust for $20,000 (defeasible interest only)
• Purchase of real property from Cathy L. Cancer and Hattie Smith (no amount specified)
• Setback variance request at 450 S. Washington St

Regular Meeting

The Lyons City Council will vote on a resolution to enter a vehicle leasing program, discuss a traffic camera proposal, and consider several resolutions including appointing a library board member and authorizing an engineering contract for state fiscal recovery fund projects. The council will also hold a public hearing on an ordinance to amend regulations for manufactured homes.

• Resolution to approve vehicle leasing program
• Traffic camera proposal discussion
• Resolution to appoint member to Ohoopee Regional Library System board
• Resolution authorizing engineering contract for state fiscal recovery fund projects
• Ordinance to amend Chapter 14 regarding moving of manufactured homes

The City Council approved a vehicle leasing agreement with Enterprise Fleet Management and a traffic camera leasing program with Flock Safety to monitor city corridors. Council also appointed Shannon Gaffney to the Ohooppee Regional Library System board and authorized engineering services for a state fiscal recovery grant. A manufactured home moving permit ordinance received its first reading, and the May minutes were approved.

• Approved May 3, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved vehicle leasing program with Enterprise Fleet Management ($180,000/year) (unanimous)
• Approved traffic camera leasing program with Flock Safety ($25,650) (majority)
• Appointed Shannon Gaffney to Ohooppee Regional Library System board (unanimous)
• Authorized contract with Hofstadter and Associates for State Fiscal Recovery Fund engineering (unanimous)
• Gave first reading to manufactured home moving permit ordinance (Chapter 14)
• Deferred financial statement approval to next month

Regular Meeting

The Lyons City Council will consider authorizing construction of a building at Partin Park for use by the Soapbox Derby and recreation department, an amendment to the municipal employee retirement plan, and a request from Main Street to mow 304 Society Park. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and a financial statement.

• Resolution to authorize construction of a building at Partin Park for Soapbox Derby and Lyons Recreation Department
• Ordinance amending GMEBS retirement plan to remove Fire Chief, Code Enforcement Director, and City Electrical/Maintenance Operator from 62&5 normal retirement eligibility
• Request from Lyons Mainstreet Program for city to mow the property at 304 Society Park
• Approval of minutes from Nov 1, 2022
• December 2022 Financial Statement month ending September 2022

The City Council approved a resolution to construct a new building at Partin Park for the Soapbox Derby and Recreation Department. They also amended the municipal employees' benefit system regarding retirement age eligibility. Additionally, the council approved grass maintenance for 304 Society Park.

• Approved November 1, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved September 2022 financial statement (unanimous)
• Approved grass maintenance at 304 Society Park (3-1)
• Adopted amendment to municipal employees' retirement plan eligibility (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for building construction at Partin Park (unanimous)

Regular Meeting

The Lyons City Council will consider a rezoning request from Josephine Flores to change three parcels at 123 N. Washington St, 1331 N. Washington St, and 132 W. Columbia Ave from C-1 to R-2 for multi-family rentals. The council also will vote on resolutions to appoint members to the Lyons Development Authority, increase mayor and council compensation effective 2024, and adopt the FY2023 capital budget. A citizen request for support for the 2023 Juneteenth Festival will be heard.

• Rezoning request for three parcels at 123 N. Washington St, 1331 N. Washington St, and 132 W. Columbia Ave from C-1 to R-2 for multi-family rentals
• Resolution to appoint members to the Lyons Development Authority
• Resolution to publish notice of intent to increase mayor and council compensation, effective Jan 1, 2024
• Resolution adopting the FY2023 capital budget and appropriating amounts for each fund
• Citizen request for city support for the 2023 Juneteenth Festival

The City Council approved several land use and financial measures during the March 7 meeting. Decisions included rezoning three parcels for multi-family rentals and adopting the 2023 capital budget. The council also authorized a notice of intent to increase monthly compensation for the Mayor and Council.

• Approved Jan 3, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Feb 7, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved March 2023 financial statement (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 123 N. Washington St, 1331 N. Washington St, and 132 W. Columbia Ave to R-2 (unanimous)
• Re-appointed Rebecca Rollins to the Lyons Development Authority for a five-year term (unanimous)
• Approved notice of intent to increase Council salaries by $200 monthly and Mayor salaries by $250 monthly (unanimous)
• Adopted the 2023 capital budget (unanimous)

Regular Meeting

The Lyons City Council will hold a regular meeting on April 4, 2023, to consider several action items including an alcohol beverage license for Big Julio's Tienda y Taqueria, a zoning request from Montfort Holdings, and an intergovernmental agreement with the Lyons Development Authority. The council will also administer the oath of office to Rebecca Rollins for the Development Authority board and hear a citizen request from Elisabeth Caldwell.

• Alcohol beverage license application for Big Julio's Tienda y Taqueria
• Montfort Holdings zoning request
• Intergovernmental agreement between the City of Lyons and the Lyons Development Authority
• Administration of oath of office for Lyons Development Authority board member Rebecca Rollins
• Citizen request from Elisabeth Caldwell

The City Council approved several items including a liquor license, property rezoning, and an intergovernmental agreement for a building at Partin Park. Additionally, Rebecca Rollins was sworn in to the Lyons Development Authority.

• Approved March 7, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved February 2023 financial statement (unanimous)
• Swore in Rebecca Rollins to the Lyons Development Authority for a 5-year term
• Approved alcohol beverage license for Big Julio's Tienda y Taqueria (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of three parcels from R1 to C1 (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution for an intergovernmental agreement for a $85,000 building at Partin Park (unanimous)

Work Session

The Lyons City Council will discuss a resolution requesting Toombs County's legislative delegation to introduce a local law granting the city redevelopment powers, including the ability to create Tax Allocation Districts within city limits. The council will also consider an alcohol beverage license application for on-premise and Sunday sales at 353 N.E. Broad Street.

• Resolution to request redevelopment powers and creation of Tax Allocation Districts throughout city limits
• Alcohol license application for Navraj Lamsal for on-premise and Sunday sales of malt beverage and beer at 353 N.E. Broad Street

Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider a resolution authorizing a negotiated contract for engineering services related to a Rural Workforce Housing Initiative Infrastructure Grant. The agenda also includes an alcohol beverage license application for Shree Om Enterprises, approval of the May 2024 financial statement, and reports from city staff and committees.

• Resolution to authorize engineering services contract for Rural Workforce Housing Initiative Infrastructure Grant (contractor name blank)
• Alcohol beverage license application for Shree Om Enterprises
• Approval of May 2024 financial statement
• Reports from Chamber & Development Authority, Mainstreet, Juneteenth Committee, and City Manager

The council unanimously approved a resolution authorizing the mayor to execute a contract with Roberts Civil Engineering for the Rural Workforce Housing Initiative Infrastructure Grant. They also unanimously approved an alcohol beverage license for Shree Om Enterprises at 353 NE Broad Street, the previous meeting minutes, and the May 2024 financial statement. Reports were received from the Main Street program and Juneteenth committee, and public comments addressed debris pickup, paving, and overgrown bushes.

• Approved minutes of June 4, 2024 regular meeting (4-0, 2 absent)
• Approved May 2024 financial statement (4-0)
• Approved alcohol beverage license for Shree Om Enterprises at 353 NE Broad Street (4-0)
• Authorized resolution for engineering services contract with Roberts Civil Engineering for Rural Workforce Housing Initiative Infrastructure Grant (4-0)

Public Hearing

The Lyons City Council will hold a public hearing on two ordinances that would amend the city's building code and zoning regulations to encourage more affordable housing options, particularly manufactured homes and modular home parks. The Zoning Board previously recommended reducing minimum lot sizes to 3,000 square feet, removing certain foundation requirements, and easing expansion rules for existing mobile home parks. Council will hear public comment before potentially voting on the ordinances.

• Ordinance 2116: Rewrite of Article III of Chapter 14 (Buildings and Construction) governing new and pre-owned manufactured homes
• Ordinance 2115: Amendments to Appendix A Zoning including new minimum lot size of 3,000 sq ft in modular home parks and removal of underpinning requirement for R-2 areas
• Zoning Board recommends allowing expansion of existing mobile home parks without eight-acre minimum or paved-road requirements
• Proposed permit fee of $200 for manufactured home installation, plus $500 refundable bond or cash deposit
• Public hearing open for residents to comment on both ordinances

The City Council held a public hearing to discuss proposed changes to the city code and zoning appendix. No action was taken on either ordinance during this meeting.

• Ordinance 2116 regarding Chapter 14 amendments: No action taken
• Ordinance 2115 regarding Appendix A zoning amendments: No action taken

Regular Meeting

The Lyons City Council will vote on adopting the FY2025 capital budget, a zoning request for 340 Stewart Lane, and several resolutions including election agreements and a contract for a well and tank at Piney Green Church. A proclamation honoring employee Lenord Thorpe is also scheduled.

• Adoption of FY2025 capital budget for all city funds
• Zoning request to rezone 340 Stewart Lane from R1 to R2 to subdivide a 2-acre lot and place a mobile home
• Resolution to enter into MOU with Toombs County to conduct city elections 2025–2027
• Resolution calling an election to authorize redevelopment powers under Redevelopment Powers Law
• Resolution to award Piney Green Church well and tank contract

The council unanimously approved awarding contracts for the Piney Green Church Road well and tank project: $969,880 to Sam Martin Well Drilling for Division I (well) and $2,097,500 to Pittsburg Tank & Tower Company for Division II (tank). Other unanimous actions included approving a zoning variance at 340 Stewart Lane to allow a mobile home, adopting the FY2025 capital budget, and authorizing a memorandum of understanding with Toombs County for city elections 2025-2027. A resolution requesting an election for redevelopment powers (TAD tax, not a new residential tax) was also approved.

• Awarded $2,097,500 tank contract to Pittsburg Tank & Tower Company (unanimous)
• Awarded $969,880 well contract to Sam Martin Well Drilling (unanimous)
• Approved zoning variance at 340 Stewart Lane for mobile home placement (unanimous)
• Adopted FY2025 capital budget and appropriations (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance amending Chapter 1 of city code (unanimous)
• Approved MOU with Toombs County for city elections 2025-2027 (unanimous)
• Approved resolution requesting redevelopment powers election (TAD tax, not new residential tax) (unanimous)
• Proclaimed July 9 as Lenard Thorpe Day for 40 years of service

Special Called Meeting

The City Council is holding a special called meeting to vote on a resolution declaring a state of emergency due to Tropical Storm Helene (FEMA DR 4830), following the governor's earlier declaration for Georgia. The resolution cites emergency circumstances affecting citizen safety and well-being, and the state of emergency will remain in effect until further notice.

• Resolution declaring a State of Emergency for Tropical Storm Helene FEMA DR 4830

The City Council met on the back porch of City Hall due to a power outage at the building. The council adopted a declaration of a State of Emergency regarding Tropical Storm Helene and FEMA DR 4830.

• Adopted Declaration of a State of Emergency for Tropical Storm Helene (unanimous)