Woodstock public meetings in 2025

City Council

The Woodstock City Council will hold a regular session on December 15, 2025, to swear in Police Chief Roland Castro, recognize the city's designation as a 2026 PlanFirst Community, and consider several action items. These include an alcohol license for a restaurant, ratification of right-of-way purchases on Neese Road, and a zoning fine appeal for tree removal at 1000 Churchill Court. The council will also receive departmental reports and hold an executive session.

• Swearing in of Police Chief Roland Castro
• Recognition of PlanFirst designation from Georgia DCA (2026-2028)
• Approve alcohol license for Ninja Food Family, LLC at 9820 Highway 92, Suite 170 (on-premise consumption with Sunday sales)
• Ratify purchase of right-of-way and easements on Neese Road (Parcel 69): 1,099 sq ft fee simple, 152 sq ft slope easement, 1,368 sq ft temp construction easement, 469 sq ft temp driveway easement
• Consider zoning fine appeal for tree removal violation at 1000 Churchill Court – $50,100 fine against IDC Development, LLC for felling 50 protected trees

City Council

The Woodstock City Council will vote on ratifying property acquisitions for the Neese Road Improvement and Lyndee Lane Extension projects. The council will also take second readings on two zoning amendments that update tree preservation fines and adjust density bonuses for the Downtown District. Additionally, the council will approve a $5,000 work authorization for Arcadis to provide construction review services for the Neese Road North project. These actions finalize land purchases, modify development standards, and authorize engineering oversight for ongoing infrastructure work.

• Ratify easement purchases for Parcel 69 (Neese Road Improvement Project) and Parcel 2 (Lyndee Lane Extension Project)
• Approve ZTA#018-25 (2nd Reading) to amend tree preservation standards and clarify violation fines
• Approve ZTA#019-25 (2nd Reading) to update density bonuses for development projects in the Downtown District
• Approve Arcadis Work Authorization #57 for construction review services on the Neese Road North project (cap: $5,000)
• Consider appointments and ratifications for the Land Bank Board of Directors

City Council

The Woodstock City Council will consider approving a contract for widening Towne Lake Parkway from Woodstock Road to Mill Street, purchasing a new Sutphen fire engine funded by SPLOST VII, and repealing condemnation for a parcel in the Neese North project. They will also hold public hearings on a conditional use permit for a recreational facility at 7654/7664 Main Street and zoning text amendments for density bonuses and tree ordinance fines.

• Award RFB 2026-04 to Bartow Paving Co. for Towne Lake Parkway widening ($ amount not specified)
• Approve purchase of new Sutphen fire engine for Fire Station 10 (SPLOST VII funded, 36-38 month lead time)
• Adopt Resolution No. 2025-038 repealing condemnation for Parcel 69, Neese North project
• Consider CUP#090-25 for recreational center at 7654/7664 Main Street with variances
• Approve temporary alcohol license for Georgia Craft Brewers Festival on April 11, 2026

City Council

The City Council will hold a second reading and vote on an ordinance to amend the Urban Redevelopment Plan and authorize the issuance of revenue bonds for two new fire stations. The consent agenda includes approval of alcohol licenses for Private Somm Fine Wine and Applebee's, budget amendments, and property easement ratifications. Also scheduled are a public hearing on e-bikes and an update on the downtown parking program.

• Second reading and vote on ordinance to amend Urban Redevelopment Plan and authorize revenue bond for two fire stations
• Approve alcohol licenses for Private Somm Fine Wine (8200 Main St, Suite 1105) and Applebee's #78005 (901 Ridgewalk Pkwy)
• Major budget amendment (MAJBA JE 20160) for $61,125 in landscaping along Neese Road Southern Segment (split between SPLOST V and Tree Preservation Fund)
• Ratify previously completed easement acquisitions for Walkable Woodstock-Dupree Road Connection (Parcels 3 and 5) and Dobbs Road Multi-Use Trail (Parcel 7)
• Approve one-year contract with Vaisala for Road AI Pavement Assessment System

Planning Commission

The Woodstock Planning Commission will hold public hearings and votes on four items: a conditional use permit for a recreational center at 7654 and 7664 Main Street, a variance for 100 Creative Way, a zoning text amendment to update density bonuses in the Downtown District, and a zoning text amendment to clarify fines for tree ordinance violations. The commission will also adopt the 2026 meeting schedule and receive an update on recent activities.

• CUP#090-25: Conditional Use Permit for recreational center at 7654 and 7664 Main Street, with concurrent variances
• V#216-25: Variance request for property at 100 Creative Way
• ZTA#019-25: Zone Text Amendment updating density bonuses in Downtown District
• ZTA#018-25: Zone Text Amendment clarifying fines for tree ordinance violations
• Adoption of 2026 Planning Commission Meeting Schedule

Special Called Meeting of Mayor and Council

The Woodstock Mayor and Council will hold a special called meeting to discuss first readings of ordinances authorizing an intergovernmental agreement and an urban redevelopment plan amendment, and to consider a revenue bond ordinance to finance two fire stations. They will also vote to rescind previous approvals of those ordinances from the October 27 meeting, and reappoint two members to the Urban Redevelopment Agency.

• Reappointment of Melissa Potts to Urban Redevelopment Agency
• Reappointment of Nancy Wolfe to Urban Redevelopment Agency
• Rescinding votes that approved first readings of two ordinances from October 27 meeting
• First reading of ordinance authorizing Intergovernmental Agreement for fire station facilities bond
• First reading of ordinance authorizing Urban Redevelopment Agency Plan Amendment

City Council

At this regular session, the City Council will consider a consent agenda including an early payoff of a bond issuance and additional funding for a road extension project. A public hearing will be held on adopting updated brand identity guidelines. Several other items include budget amendments, property transfers, and surplus equipment disposal.

• Consider early payoff of DDA Series 2020 bond using parking deck/redevelopment fund reserves
• Approve additional funding for Brownlee Road Extension project
• Modify water and sewer service boundary at Park Avenue parcels (272 and 270 Park Avenue)
• Fund installation of speed tables on Hendon Road in Vista Ridge subdivision
• Approve memorandum of understanding with Georgia DCA for PlanFirst designation

City Council

This work session includes presentations and discussions on the Little River Park project, Rubes Creek Trail updates, potential e-bike regulations, and Hendon Road traffic calming. Council will provide staff guidance on a possible ordinance amendment for e-bikes. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion session.

• Little River Park Project Update (presentation)
• Rubes Creek Trail Project Update (presentation)
• E-bikes Regulation Options – request for guidance on possible ordinance amendment
• Hendon Road Traffic Calming Discussion

City Council

The Woodstock City Council will vote on a consent agenda including approvals for alcohol licenses, easements, equipment purchases, and intergovernmental agreements. Key items include final design services for the Ridgewalk Parkway/I-575 interchange, noise ordinance modifications, and the addition of 12 new firefighter positions. The meeting also features a proclamation, public comment, and several land transactions related to the Towne Lake Parkway widening project.

• Approve Arcadis proposal for final design of Ridgewalk Parkway at I-575/SR 417 interchange (DDI), funded by SPLOST V reserves
• Approve purchase of fire engine equipment and SCBAs for $229,000 via cooperative purchasing
• Approve noise ordinance modifications (2nd reading) to Chapter 30, Article II
• Consideration of 12 new firefighter positions and related budget amendment
• Approve intergovernmental agreement with Cherokee County to conduct city elections

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings and votes on annexing and rezoning two parcels at 268 and 270 Arnold Mill Road for an 84-unit townhome subdivision, as well as a rezoning of five Dupree Road parcels to open space. The consent agenda includes millage rate resolutions, a three-year Urban SDK renewal, a slope easement agreement, and abandonment of part of Robinhood Drive. New business items include first readings of ordinances modifying noise regulations and adding rules for electric vehicle charging stations.

• Public hearing on annexing and rezoning 268 and 270 Arnold Mill Road (A#128-25) for 84-unit townhome development
• Public hearing on rezoning ±25.5 acres of Dupree Road parcels to open space (Z#166-25)
• First reading of noise ordinance modifications (Chapter 30, Article II)
• Approval of 2025 M&O millage rate of 5.065 mils and parks bond debt service millage rate of 0.50 mils
• Approval of Urban SDK three-year renewal agreement and work authorization for Arcadis professional services

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on adopting the 2025 Maintenance & Operations millage rate at the rollback of 5.093 mils and the Parks Bond Debt Service rate at 0.54 mils. They will also consider a resolution amending the fee schedule under Chapter 1. Other business includes consent items such as alcohol licenses, a $593,729.55 playground equipment purchase for Little River Park, budget amendments, easement acquisitions for the Dobbs Road Multi-Use Trail, and an intergovernmental agreement for roadway property exchange. Updates will be provided on proposed tree ordinance changes and a conditional use permit at 8104 Main Street.

• Adopt 2025 Maintenance & Operations Property Tax Millage Rate at 5.093 mils
• Adopt 2025 Parks Bond Debt Service Property Tax Millage Rate at 0.54 mils
• Approve purchase of playground equipment for Little River Park for $593,729.55
• Approve alcohol license for Power Bao WS, LLC dba Wok Provisions at 9999 Highway 92, Suite 130
• Approve Intergovernmental Agreement with Downtown Development Authority for property exchange to support Grid Street Plan

Planning Commission

The Woodstock Planning Commission will hold public hearings and votes on three items: a proposed 84-unit townhome subdivision at 268 and 270 Arnold Mill Road, a conditional use permit for retail outdoor use at 11956 Highway 92, and a rezoning of five city-owned parcels north of Dupree Road to open space. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from the August 7, 2025 meeting.

• Public hearing and vote on annexation and rezoning of two parcels at 268 and 270 Arnold Mill Road (15N17A 180, 15N17A 184) from Cherokee County LI and R-40 to City R3-C, with a CUP for an 84-unit townhome subdivision
• Public hearing and vote on CUP#089-25 for a Retail Outdoor use at 11956 Highway 92, with a concurrent parking variance
• Public hearing and vote on Z#166-25 to rezone ±25.50 acres of city-owned parcels north of Dupree Road from DT-MRA and DT-LR to DT-OS (Open Space)
• Consideration of approval of Planning Commission meeting minutes from August 7, 2025

City Council

The Woodstock City Council will vote on several resolutions, including notices for a special election and a municipal general election. The council will consider annexation and rezoning of three Cherokee County parcels and one city parcel near Putnam Ford Drive, along with a variance to permit a 34‑unit addition to the Summit at Towne Lake subdivision and an update to the Cherokee County Growth Boundary Agreement. Additional items include adopting the Fire Station Bond 2025 fund, approving police patrol vehicle purchases, and issuing an alcohol license to Paloma Tequila & Tacos at 8184 Main St., Suite 100.

• Adopt Resolution No. 2025-024 notifying a special election to extend homestead exemption to surviving spouses
• Approve Resolution No. 2025-027 establishing the Fire Station Bond 2025 fund
• Consider annexation and rezoning of parcels near Putnam Ford Drive (A#127-25) and related variance for a 34‑unit addition
• Approve purchase of three 2026 Ford Police Interceptor Explorer patrol vehicles
• Approve alcohol license for Succulent Hospitality, LLC dba Paloma Tequila & Tacos at 8184 Main St., Suite 100

City Council

This work session agenda includes staff seeking feedback on proposed drone delivery operations at the Walmart on Highway 92 and modifications to the noise ordinance. Also discussed are the 2025 tax digest and millage rate, a park bond project update, and changes to the Mission Square plan. The council will receive monthly reports from police, fire, parks, and community development departments.

• Proposed drone delivery operations at Walmart (12182 Highway 92)
• Noise Ordinance modification discussion (Chapter 30, Article 2)
• 2025 Tax Digest and Millage Rate discussion
• Park Bond Project update
• Mission Square Plan changes discussion

Joint Meeting of City Council & Planning Commission

The joint City Council and Planning Commission meeting will consider approval of agreements for two new fire stations (one at Ridgewalk Parkway and one on Long Drive), a contract for widening Neese Road from Washington Road to Arnold Mill, and amendments to water and sewer rates. Other major items include appeals of tree removal fines, adoption of a city transportation plan, and condemnation of several parcels for a project.

• Purchase of 'Commercial Tract' for Fire Station #28 for $150,000
• Award contract to Summit Construction for widening Neese Road northern segment
• Resolution 2025-019 amending water and sewer fee schedule
• Zoning fine appeals: $39,025 at 105 Bowles Dr, $1,650 at 1113 Cousins Rd
• Resolution 2025-020 authorizing condemnation of Parcels 45, 46, 51, 58, 68, and 69

Planning Commission

The Woodstock Planning Commission will hold public hearings and votes on several items, including the annexation and rezoning of parcels near Putnam Ford Dr for a 34-unit addition to the Summit at Towne Lake subdivision, a variance denial at 119 and 123 Rusk Street, a variance approval at 109 Rope Mill Road, and a project at Little River (A#129-25). The meeting also includes approval of July 10, 2025 minutes and notes a tabled item at 268 & 270 Arnold Mill Road.

• Public hearing and vote on A#127-25: annexation and rezoning for 34-unit Summit at Towne Lake addition near Putnam Ford Dr
• Public hearing and vote on V#214-25: variance to eliminate right-of-way and parking requirements at 119 and 123 Rusk Street (staff recommends denial)
• Public hearing and vote on V#215-25: variance to allow renovations exceeding 30% gross floor area at 109 Rope Mill Road (staff recommends approval)
• Public hearing and vote on A#129-25: Little River project (staff recommends approval, no further details)
• Item A#128-25 at 268 & 270 Arnold Mill Rd tabled to a future date by staff

City Council

The Woodstock City Council will consider a consent agenda including adoption of a zoning text amendment updating downtown open space standards, creation of two new water/sewer technician positions, and surplus of police vehicles. Public hearings will be held on variance requests and a zoning map amendment. The Council will also vote on a resolution authorizing multi-family housing revenue bonds.

• Adopt ZTA#016-25 (2nd reading) updating open space standards in the Downtown District
• Create two Water/Sewer Maintenance Technician positions by reallocating $117,103 from hydrant testing contracts
• Surplus and dispose of five Police Department vehicles (FXA 2793, 2788, 2790, 2791, 2794) and return one K-9 grant vehicle
• Adopt Resolution No. 2025-018 approving tax-exempt multi-family housing revenue bonds issued by Canton Housing Authority
• Approve service agreement with Earth Elements New Mexico for construction administration of Little River Park Phases 1 & 2

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss several presentations, including financing for Colbert Square, an update on a new fire station, the city transportation plan, and fire hydrant inspectors. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Colbert Square Financing Presentation
• Updated Presentation on New Fire Station
• City Transportation Plan Presentation
• Fire Hydrant Inspectors Presentation
• Recognition of GFOA Certificate of Achievement for 31st consecutive year

City Council

The City Council will consider updates to Downtown Open Space standards. The agenda also includes several budget amendments for personnel, parks, and infrastructure projects.

• Public hearing for ZTA#016-25 regarding Downtown Open Space updates
• Reallocation of $9,153.75 to fund additional hours for a part-time HR Generalist position
• Budget adjustment for Parks & Recreation Special Events - Concert GL
• $51,021 contribution to Cherokee County for the Wildcat Area Plan
• Purchase of two replacement trucks for the Waste Water Treatment Plant

Planning Commission

The Woodstock Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three variance requests and a zoning condition amendment. Items include a fence variance at 107 Rope Mill Road, a variance for multiple dwelling units at 64 and 68 Linton Street, a condition amendment for 604 Lovejoy Lane regarding solar reflective coating on parking surfaces, and approval of the official zoning map. The commission will also vote on adopting the June 5, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Consideration of V#212-25: variance for a 5' fence and pilasters at 107 Rope Mill Road (staff recommends denial)
• Consideration of V#213-25: variance for multiple dwelling units in two buildings at 64 and 68 Linton Street (staff recommends approval with conditions)
• Consideration of Z#165-25: condition amendment for 604 Lovejoy Lane to require solar reflective coating only on drive aisles (partial approval recommended)
• Consideration of Zoning Map Amendment - July 2025 (approval recommended)

Special Called Meeting of Mayor and Council

This is a special called meeting of the Woodstock Mayor and Council with one substantive item: consideration of Resolution No. 2025-014 to adopt the 2024 Capital Improvements Element (CIE) and Short-Term Work Program (STWP). The meeting also includes executive session for personnel, litigation, and real estate.

• Consideration of Resolution No. 2025-014 adopting 2024 CIE and STWP

City Council

The Woodstock City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the third reading of the FY 2026 Annual Operating Budget and Ordinance No. 2025-008. Other public hearings include a zoning text amendment for downtown open space (ZTA#016-25), a variance for a single-family home at 196 Short Street, and conditional use permits at 8104 Main Street and 216-218 Rope Mill Road. The consent agenda includes an alcohol license for Fire & Stone Italian Pizza Kitchen, an update to the Local Emergency Operations Plan, and a road closure for the Truck & Tap Anniversary Party. New business items consider waiving public input meetings for several rezoning and annexation projects.

• Public hearing and vote on FY 2026 Annual Operating Budget (Ordinance 2025-008)
• ZTA#016-25: Downtown Open Space updates to Land Development Ordinance
• Variance V#211-25 for single-family home at 196 Short Street
• Alcohol license for F&S Woodstock, LLC dba Fire & Stone Italian Pizza Kitchen at 251 East Main St.
• Road closure of Wall Street for Truck & Tap Anniversary Party on August 16, 2025

City Council

The Woodstock City Council will hold a public hearing and second reading of the FY 2026 Annual Operating Budget (Ordinance 2025-008) followed by a vote. New business includes awarding a construction contract for Little River Park to Integrated Construction & Nobility, Inc. and discussing a potential Lot of Record Ordinance amendment. The consent agenda includes items such as opioid settlement fund allocation, property purchase at 132 Dupree Rd, and a hazard mitigation grant for generators totaling $433,378.92. Proclamations and employee recognitions are also scheduled.

• Public hearing and vote on FY 2026 Annual Operating Budget and Ordinance 2025-008
• Award of RFP 2025-06 Little River Park construction contract to Integrated Construction & Nobility, Inc.
• Property purchase at 132 Dupree Rd (L. Mahan Family Trust property) via budget amendment
• Hazard Mitigation Grant Program award of $433,378.92 from FEMA for seven fixed generators
• Funding reallocation for Brownlee Road extension from Paden Street Extension project

Planning Commission

The Woodstock Planning Commission will approve May 1, 2025 meeting minutes and hold public hearings on four items. Commissioners will consider a variance (V#211-25) for a single‑family home at 196 Short Street and will move two conditional use permits (CUP#087-24 at 8104 Main Street and CUP#086-24 at 216‑218 Rope Mill Road) to a later public hearing. They will also vote on ZTA#016-25, an ordinance amendment that would change open‑space standards in the Downtown District.

• Approve Planning Commission meeting minutes – May 1, 2025
• Public hearing/vote on V#211-25: variance for 196 Short Street (single‑family home)
• Public hearing/vote to remove CUP#087-24 (8104 Main Street) from the table and schedule a hearing
• Public hearing/vote to remove CUP#086-24 (216‑218 Rope Mill Road) from the table and schedule a hearing
• Public hearing/vote on ZTA#016-25: ordinance amendment to modify open‑space standards in the Downtown District

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and first reading on the FY2026 annual operating budget (Ordinance 2025-008) for the fiscal year beginning July 1. Consent agenda items include updates to special event ordinances, several intergovernmental agreements for road resurfacing, a safety action plan, opioid fund transfers, and a sidewalk extension at Arnold Mill Road. Public hearings are scheduled for a conditional use permit for a gas station at 195 Towne Lake Parkway and variances at 138 Parks Circle and 130 Robinhood Drive. The council will also consider the 2024 impact fee financial report and capital improvements element update.

• Public hearing and first reading of FY2026 budget (Ordinance 2025-008), effective July 1, 2025
• Second reading of special event ordinance updates (Ordinance 2025-009) limiting events and regulating fireworks
• Intergovernmental agreements for road resurfacing (Phase 2), safety action plan, opioid fund transfer, and Arnold Mill Road sidewalk extension
• Conditional use permit (CUP#088-25) for a gas station at 195 Towne Lake Parkway
• Variances for additional driveway at 138 Parks Circle and accessory structure setback at 130 Robinhood Drive

City Council

The Woodstock City Council will receive the official presentation of the FY 2026 Annual Operating Budget (no vote). The consent agenda includes approval of a legal settlement payment to Fowler Office Park LLC, reject all bids for Buckhead Crossing Trail, and procure blasting/rock removal for Trickum Rd/Nocatee roundabout. New business items include a tree fine appeal at 897 Keystone Drive, extension of entitlements at Ragsdale Road/Highway 92, special event ordinance updates, and a waiver of public input meeting for the Aylo medical office building condition amendment.

• Official presentation of FY 2026 Annual Operating Budget (no vote)
• Approve Resolution #2025-009 for Parks and Recreation Impact Fee Fund to fund Fowler Office Park legal settlement
• Reject all bids submitted for RFB 2025-05 (Buckhead Crossing Trail)
• Approve procurement of drilling, blasting and rock removal services for Trickum Rd/Nocatee Roundabout project from McMahan Drilling
• Consideration to deny tree fine appeal for unpermitted felling of nine protected trees at 897 Keystone Drive

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings and votes on several land-use applications, including a Conditional Use Permit for a gas station at 195 Towne Lake Parkway, two variances for properties on Robinhood Drive and Parks Circle, and will consider tabling a variance for 196 Short Street to June.

• CUP#088-25: gas/fuel station at 195 Towne Lake Parkway – staff recommends approval with conditions
• V#210-25: variance for accessory structure closer to side street at 130 Robinhood Drive
• V#209-25: variance for additional curb cut/second driveway at 138 Parks Circle
• V#211-25: variance for 196 Short Street – staff recommends tabling to June 5, 2025
• Approval of April 10, 2025, meeting minutes

City Council

The Woodstock City Council will discuss a Highway 92 development standards presentation, approve several financial and staffing items, and hold a public hearing with a vote on a nine‑unit subdivision at 7950 Main Street. Additional agenda items include adopting a new polling location, supporting the Cherokee Regional Land Bank Authority, and approving merit increases and other budget allocations.

• Presentation on Woodstock Town Center and Highway 92 LCI Study (development standards)
• Approve revision to the Investment and Cash Management Policy
• Approve funding: $40,000 for WWTP sludge hauling, $155,000 for water transmission purchase, roof replacement at 12453 Highway 92, and carbon filtering at the Revere Well Site
• Public hearing and vote on CUP#085-24: nine‑unit subdivision at 7950 Main Street
• Adopt Resolution No. 2025-007 adding a new polling location

City Council

The Woodstock City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution to establish paid parking zones 1-4, a previously tabled item. They will also vote on approving a $528,000 change order for the Noonday Creek Trail Extension, adding 90 days to the contract. The consent agenda includes a zoning text amendment for surety on public improvements, capital projects funded by ARPA interest, and a roof replacement at the amphitheater operations building.

• Resolution 2025-004 to establish paid parking zones 1-4 (tabled March 24, 2025)
• Contract amendment and $528,000 change order for Noonday Creek Trail Extension (JG Leone Construction)
• ZTA#015-25 (2nd reading) updating surety requirements for completion of public improvements in subdivisions
• Resolution 2025-006 adopting fee schedule amendments for municipal court parking fees (Sections 42.56F, 42.56L, etc.)
• Approval of various capital projects: fire gear dryer, courtroom A/C replacement, water/sewer projects, and rock drilling/blasting for Trickum Road/Nocatee Trail roundabout

Planning Commission

The Woodstock Planning Commission will hold public hearings and vote on a conditional use permit for a nine-unit subdivision with accessory dwelling units at 7950 Main Street. Two other conditional use permits (8104 Main Street and 216-218 Rope Mill Road) are recommended for tabling to June 5, 2025. The meeting also includes election of a vice-chair and approval of March 6, 2025 minutes.

• Public hearing and vote on CUP#085-25: demolition of residence and construction of 9 single-family units with detached garages and 3 ADUs at 7950 Main Street
• Recommendation to table CUP#087-24 for 8104 Main Street to June 5, 2025 for further design review
• Recommendation to table CUP#086-24 for 216-218 Rope Mill Road to June 5, 2025 for further design review
• Nomination and election of Planning Commission Vice-Chair

City Council

The Woodstock City Council will vote on adopting paid parking zones 1-4 and repealing the existing parking ordinance to allow paid parking, a parking control officer, and residential permit parking. Other items include a public hearing on a zoning map amendment, a zoning text amendment on surety for public improvements, and adoption of the Dupree Park Master Plan. The consent agenda includes alcohol license approval, several fund transfers for infrastructure, and ratification of property purchases for the Towne Lake Parkway widening project.

• Second reading of Ordinance 2025-005 to repeal and replace parking regulations, enabling paid parking and a parking control officer
• Resolution 2025-004 establishing paid parking zones 1-4
• Public hearing and vote on a zoning map amendment
• Public hearing on ZTA#015-25 updating surety requirements for public improvements in subdivisions
• Approval of Dupree Park Master Plan

Special Called Meeting of Mayor and Council

The Woodstock City Council will convene a special called meeting. After the meeting is called to order, the council will enter an executive (closed) session to discuss personnel matters, ongoing litigation, and real estate issues. The meeting will conclude with a final adjournment.

• Executive session covering personnel, litigation, and real estate (closed session)

City Council

This work session includes presentations and discussions on the Cherokee Regional Land Bank and the Dupree Park Master Plan. Staff is seeking direction from Council on the Land Bank formation, and final amendments to the Dupree Park Master Plan before a possible adoption vote on March 24. Also includes announcements about an Easter egg event and concert series merchandise.

• Presentation and discussion on Cherokee Regional Land Bank; staff seeks direction on future resolution of intent to participate
• Discussion of final amendments to Dupree Park Master Plan prior to adoption consideration at March 24 Council meeting
• Announcement of Easter egg delivery by first responders on April 19; registration deadline April 9
• New limited-edition concert series merchandise; Council Member Tracy Collins designs tumbler benefiting Butterfly Whispers

City Council

The Woodstock City Council will hold a first reading of a new parking ordinance that would allow paid parking districts, residential permit parking, and parking control officers. The council will also vote on adopting a Vision Zero policy to eliminate traffic fatalities, consider a resolution to extend a homestead exemption to surviving spouses, and hear a request to defer a zoning map amendment. Several consent agenda items include alcohol license additions for Reformation Brewery and Primos Pizza, and approvals for sidewalk and infrastructure projects.

• First reading of Ordinance 2025-005: repeals and replaces parking code to allow paid parking, residential permits, and parking control officers
• Adopt Resolution 2025-002: Vision Zero policy to eliminate traffic fatalities and severe injuries by 2040
• Resolution 2025-005: request to extend homestead exemption for seniors to surviving spouses without five-year residency requirement
• Consent item: add on-premise and Sunday wine sales to Reformation Brewery at 105 Elm St.
• Consent item: approve MAJBA to fund professional services for CDBG Dupree Rd Connection sidewalk project

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings and vote on two items: a proposed zoning map amendment for 2025 and a zone text amendment (ZTA#015-25) to update surety requirements for public infrastructure in subdivisions. Commissioners will also receive the Community Development 2024 Annual Report.

• Consideration of Zoning Map Amendment - March 2025 (public hearing and vote)
• ZTA#015-25 Surety Code Updates to ensure completion of public infrastructure in residential subdivisions (public hearing and vote)
• Presentation of Community Development 2024 Annual Report

City Council

The City Council will vote on proposed architecture for a 46,791 sq. ft. Publix grocery store and five commercial liner buildings along Towne Lake Parkway. They will also consider a resolution affirming and amending the Little River Park Master Plan. The consent agenda includes approvals for summer concert series contracts, a July 4 fireworks agreement, road closures for holiday events, a $1,000 emergency withdrawal provision for the 457(b) plan, and contribution of opioid settlement funds to Cherokee County.

• Consideration of proposed architecture for Publix at Towne Lake Parkway (Z#160-24 condition of approval)
• Resolution No. 2025-001 affirming and amending Little River Park Master Plan
• Approve 2025 Summer Concert Series band contracts with RCS Productions
• Approve July 4 fireworks agreement with Pyro Productions, Inc.
• Authorize addition of $1,000 emergency withdrawal provision to Woodstock 457(b) plan

Mayor and Council Retreat - Friday, January 31, 2025

This is a procedural retreat agenda with general presentation and discussion items, comments from members and staff, and a possible executive session on personnel, litigation, or real estate. No specific decisions or concrete items are listed.

• None specified in the agenda

Mayor and Council Retreat - February 1, 2025

The Woodstock City Council held a retreat on February 1, 2025. The agenda included presentations and discussion items, comments from the mayor and council, and comments from the city manager and staff. An executive session may be opened for personnel, litigation, or real‑estate matters. No specific actions or decisions were listed on the agenda.

City Council

The City Council will consider and potentially vote on a zoning amendment for a mixed-use development at 8271 Dobbs Road and 8261 Main Street, which was tabled in December. The consent agenda includes multiple approvals: purchases of Motorola cameras for police vehicles, property acquisitions for road projects, design variances for Towne Lake Parkway widening, funding for the Dobbs Road multi-use trail design, a space planning analysis, a temporary alcohol license for the Georgia Craft Brewers Festival, and an MOU with Cherokee County for property tax changes per HB581. Presentations include recognizing Scouts for volunteer service, a proclamation, and a CVB award, along with discussion of a SAFER fire department grant application.

• Z#162-24: Zoning for mixed-use development (14,300 SF commercial, 24 condos, 14 townhomes) at 8271 Dobbs Road and 8261 Main Street
• Approve purchase of Motorola cameras for two 2025 Ford Explorers (HEAT and FY25)
• Ratify purchase of Neese Road Northern Segment, Parcel 55 at 522 Neese Road
• Approve Purchase/Swap Agreement with SSP Towne Lake for Lyndee Lane extension and Robinhood Drive abandonment
• Approve MOU with Cherokee County Board of Tax Assessors to implement HB581 property tax changes

City Council

The Woodstock City Council holds a regular session with presentations on the FY2024 annual financial report and a park bond project update. Under the consent agenda, the council will vote on adding an alcohol license for Elm Street Cultural Arts Village, disposing of surplus IT equipment, repealing the 2022 quadricycle ordinance (second reading), transferring a K-9 officer to the police department, and funding lift station controller replacements. New business includes revisions to the travel policy.

• Presentation of FY2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and Single Audit
• Park Bond Project Update
• Second reading to repeal Quadricycle Ordinance No. 8283-2022
• Addition to alcohol license for Elm Street Cultural Arts Village at 8534 Main St. and 111 Elm St.
• Transfer of K-9 Officer Tali from Woodstock Public Safety Foundation to Police Department

City Council

The Woodstock City Council will consider an appeal to reduce a zoning violation fine from $68,100 to $39,285 for properties at 119 Arnold Mill Park and 227 Arnold Mill Road, contingent on a replanting plan. The Council will also vote on appointing Hall Booth Smith, P.C. as City Attorney via Ordinance 2025-001, and hold a second reading of an omnibus Land Development Ordinance amendment (Ordinance 2025-003). Additionally, a public hearing and discussion of a repealing ordinance for the 2022 Quadricycle Ordinance are scheduled.

• Appeal of zoning violation fine reduction from $68,100 to $39,285 for Arnold Mill properties, with replanting plan by April 1, 2025
• Appointment of Hall Booth Smith, P.C. as City Attorney (Ordinance 2025-001) and swearing-in ceremony
• Second reading of Ordinance 2025-003: Omnibus amendment of Land Development Ordinance (ZTA#014-24)
• Consideration to adopt an ordinance repealing the 2022 Quadricycle Ordinance (No. 8283-2022)
• Consent agenda items: temporary alcohol permit for Maxwell's Cigar Bar at 150 Towne Lake Parkway, right-of-way purchase for Streetscapes VI Project Parcel 5, and surplus/demolition of structures at 113 Dupree Rd and Little River Park Office Building