Hiram public meetings in 2021
25 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
General
The Hiram City Council will hold its regular session on December 7, 2021, with votes on consent agenda items including police vehicle and equipment purchases, a new equipment trailer, LED lighting, and several sponsorships. New business includes authorizing hotel-motel tax disbursement agreements, approving $2,000 premium pay for employees using ARPA funds, and deciding whether to uphold or overturn the City Manager's revocation of an alcohol license for Hiram Station. The council will also consider sponsorships for the Rosenwald School, Hiram Elementary, and Cops for Kids.
- Police vehicle replacement (Ford F-150) from Enterprise Fleet Management, $61,121.65
- Less-than-lethal delivery system for Police Department, $3,500
- Premium pay of $2,000 per employee using ARPA funds
- Alcohol license revocation decision for Hiram Station (Cantrell's Station 2, Inc.)
- Sponsorships: Rosenwald School $2,000, Hiram Elementary $2,000, Cops for Kids $500
City Council
The Hiram City Council will hold a work session with an appeal hearing for Cantrell's Station 2, Inc. (Hiram Station) regarding the revocation of its full pouring alcohol license. The council will also discuss various items including a hotel/motel tax agreement, alcohol license renewals, a police vehicle replacement, and a one-time premium pay for employees using ARPA funds.
- Appeal hearing for revocation of Hiram Station's full pouring alcohol license
- Discussion of hotel/motel excise tax agreement
- Discussion of replacing wrecked Police Department vehicle
- Discussion of one-time 'premium pay' for employees using ARPA funds
- Discussion of updating Resolution 2021-02 for Georgia Fund One account
City Council
The Hiram City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes several Street SPLOST-funded projects, such as the expansion of 83 Duncan Circle, a new Public Works utility vehicle, and an easement repair on Swan Drive. The council will also consider appointing a new Post 3 councilmember, authorizing an HVAC replacement for City Hall and the Municipal Annex, and approving minutes from previous meetings.
- Expansion of 83 Duncan Circle by Contractors of West Georgia for $203,537.40 (Street SPLOST)
- Purchase of Public Works utility vehicle from Commerce Truck & Equipment Sales, LLC for $111,996.50 (Street SPLOST)
- Easement repair between 45 & 67 Swan Drive by HNC Construction, LLC for $11,142.18 (Street SPLOST)
- Change order of $1,690.00 for Administration Lobby remodel
- HVAC replacement for City Hall and Municipal Annex by Ragsdale Heating and Air for $16,120.00
City Council
The Hiram City Council will hold a work session to discuss and vote on several items, including accepting a property donation, approving a request to use the Municipal Annex for an adoption ceremony, and discussing various operational matters such as a hotel motel excise tax, a utility vehicle purchase, and a vest grant. Two votes are scheduled: one to approve the DFACS Advisory Council's use of the Municipal Annex for an adoption ceremony, and another to accept a 0.48-acre property donation from John Hardy Jones on Church Street.
- Vote to accept 0.48-acre property donation (parcel ID 175.3.4.021.0000) on Church Street between City Hall and State Route 92
- Vote to approve DFACS Advisory Council use of Municipal Annex for adoption ceremony on Nov 16 or 18, 5-7 PM
- Discuss hotel motel excise tax
- Discuss $1,690 change order for Administration Lobby remodel
- Discuss acceptance of $2,002 Bureau of Justice Assistance Vest Grant
City Council
The Hiram City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes setting the FY22 millage rate, approving a $175,246.59 playground purchase and installation at Ben Hill Strickland Sr. Memorial Park, and several smaller contracts for road and building repairs. The council will also consider new business items, including investments in the Paulding Chamber of Commerce programs and authorizing quotes for speed tables in Seaboard Township.
- Resolution 2021-04: FY22 Millage Rate
- GameTime playground at Ben Hill Strickland Sr. Memorial Park, not to exceed $175,246.59 (Recreation SPLOST)
- Nebo Road repair by HNC Construction LLC, not to exceed $7,550.00
- Storm-water repair at 3959 Nebo Road by HNC Construction LLC, not to exceed $11,122.50
- Chamber of Commerce Leadership Program investment $2,000.00 and Chairman's Club membership $5,000.00
City Council
The Hiram City Council is holding a work session to discuss and potentially vote on several items, including appointing a Mayor Pro Tem, a crime statistics update, a $2,000 investment in the Paulding Chamber's Leadership Program, the 2021 millage rate, and the use of city buildings for community groups. They will also consider surplus disposal of three Public Works trucks, purchase of a utility/service truck, and road repairs on Nebo Road. The meeting includes a vote to enter executive session for property acquisition.
- Vote to appoint a Mayor Pro Tem
- Discuss $2,000 investment in Paulding Chamber's Leadership Program
- Discuss 2021 millage rate
- Discuss surplus disposal of three Public Works trucks
- Vote to authorize New Unity Christian Fellowship Church to use 76 Seaboard Street for Toys-4-Tots in December 2021
City Council
The Hiram City Council will vote on routine items at its regular session: approving minutes from prior meetings, a consent agenda that includes fiscal year-end budget amendments and the purchase of four police vehicles funded by Police SPLOST, and adjournment. No other substantive decisions or discussions are listed.
- Approval of minutes from August 3, 2021 Regular Session and August 31, 2021 Work Session
- Approving 2020-2021 Fiscal Year End Budget Amendments
- Authorizing purchase and outfitting of four police vehicles for $217,470.00, funded by Police SPLOST
City Council
The Hiram City Council will hold a work session to discuss several items, including a $2,000 investment in the Paulding Chamber of Commerce Leadership Program, fiscal year 2020-2021 budget amendments, recreation projects, water tower logo updates, speed tables in Seaboard Township, the Christmas Tree Lighting Event, replacement of police radios, purchase of four police vehicles, potential alcohol ordinance amendments, and appointment of a Post 5 Councilmember. The council will vote on authorizing $30,407.50 for police radios funded by Police SPLOST and on appointing a Post 5 Councilmember.
- Vote to authorize $30,407.50 for police radios, funded by Police SPLOST
- Vote to appoint Post 5 Councilmember
- Discussion of $2,000 investment in Paulding Chamber of Commerce Leadership Program
- Discussion of speed tables in Seaboard Township
- Discussion of purchase and outfitting of four police vehicles
City Council
The Hiram City Council is meeting to approve minutes, a consent agenda, and several new business items. Actions include authorizing mutual aid and GCIC service agreements, disposing of a speed trailer, and a $2,000 sponsorship. The council will also discuss and possibly issue a support letter to a local church.
- Approve minutes from July 6 and July 27 meetings
- Authorize mutual aid agreement with Chattahoochee Technical College
- Authorize GCIC services agreement with Paulding County Sheriff's Office
- Authorize $2,000 sponsorship of Paulding Chamber Leadership Program
- Discuss and vote on support letter to Sweet Home Missionary Baptist Church
City Council
The Hiram City Council is holding a work session to discuss several items, including the Gray's Mill Park Master Plan phase 1, a mutual aid agreement with Chattahoochee Technical College, an intergovernmental agreement for GCIC services with the Paulding County Sheriff's Office, and the surplus disposal of a speed measurement trailer. They will also hear updates from CareLink and the Paulding Chamber of Commerce's Leadership Program. No formal votes are scheduled except adjournment.
- Discuss Gray's Mill Park Master Plan (phase 1)
- Discuss Memorandum of Agreement for Mutual Aid with Chattahoochee Technical College
- Discuss Intergovernmental Agreement for GCIC services with Paulding County Sheriff's Office
- Discuss surplus disposal of Speed Measurement Trailer
- Recognize Camp Hornet employees
City Council
The Hiram City Council will hold its regular session on July 6, 2021, with several votes on consent agenda items including an HVAC replacement, solar message boards, and a road design contract. They will also discuss and vote on an HVAC replacement at 76 Seaboard Street and a proposal for environmental compliance services. The meeting includes recognitions and a police officer swearing-in.
- HVAC replacement at The Events Place by Dickerson Heating & Air LLC for $6,913.00
- Purchase of two MB2-LR Solar Tech Message Boards for $33,000.00 (shipping included)
- Contract with Rindt-McDuff Associates Inc. for Arnold Lane LMIG Project design, not to exceed $92,198.00
- HVAC replacement at 76 Seaboard Street by Dobbs Heating and Air Inc. for $14,390.00
- Proposal from Fox Environmental Services for EPD Stormwater Phase II Permit compliance
City Council
The Hiram City Council will hold a work session to discuss several items, including replacing the HVAC system at The Events Place, purchasing two solar message boards for $33,000, options for the Arnold Lane LMIG project, and an inmate housing agreement with Paulding County. These are discussion items only; no formal votes are scheduled.
- HVAC replacement for The Events Place
- Purchase of 2 MB2-LR Solar Tech Message Boards for $33,000 (funded by Police and Street SPLOST)
- Arnold Lane LMIG Project options: $64,698 (milling, paving, water & storm water) or $92,198 (adds sidewalks)
- Inmate housing agreement with Paulding County Sheriff's Office and Board of Commissioners
General
The Hiram City Council is holding a special session to administer the oath of office to Chief Michael Turner, who is being sworn in as the new police chief. The agenda includes only the oath ceremony and adjournment, with no other business items.
- Oath of office administered to Chief Michael Turner by Mayor Frank Moran and Judge Chad Plumley
- Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance led by Police Department Chaplain Clifford McGrady
City Council
The Hiram City Council will vote on the FY21/22 budget and a variance request for fuel pumps at 3606 Atlanta Highway. They will also consider consent agenda items including hiring three police officers, a CD reinvestment, and a fireworks contract.
- Adopt Ordinance 2021-08, FY21/22 Budget
- Variance for fuel pumps at 3606 Atlanta Highway (reduce front setback from 50 to 25 feet)
- Create and hire three police officer positions via COPS Hiring Program
- Reinvest $601,749.00 CD into Georgia Fund 1
- Contract with East Coast Pyrotechnics for Red White and Boom (up to $8,625)
City Council
The Hiram City Council work session includes two public hearings: one on a variance request to reduce the front setback from 50 to 25 feet for fuel pumps and canopy at 3606 Atlanta Highway, and one on the proposed FY22 budget. The council will also discuss reinvesting a $601,749 General Fund CD, hiring three police officers via the COPS program, a Service Delivery Agreement update on E-911 dispatching, a broadband-ready designation, and a pyrotechnic contractor for the Red White and Boom event.
- Public hearing on variance 2021-05-V (CoH) for reduced front setback at 3606 Atlanta Highway
- Public hearing on proposed FY22 Budget
- Discussion of reinvesting $601,749 General Fund CD maturing July 1, 2021
- Discussion of hiring three police officers via COPS Hiring Program
- Discussion of 2021 Amendment to Paulding County Joint Comprehensive Plan for Broadband Ready designation
General
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the Fiscal Year 2022 budget. The meeting includes comments from the Mayor, City Council, and staff.
- FY22 Budget discussion
City Council
The City Council will meet to approve minutes from previous sessions and address several items on the consent agenda. These items include financial reinvestments, equipment purchases, and ordinance amendments.
- Reinvestment of $258,662.00 General Fund CD into the Georgia Fund 1 Account
- Purchase of a Kubota ATV from Atlanta Equipment for up to $17,974.00
- Adoption of Ordinance 2021-06, an amendment to the Film Permit Ordinance
- Resolution 2021-02 to add Jody Palmer as an authorized individual for the Georgia Fund 1 account
- Disposal of a non-functional Canon ImagePRO printer/scanner
City Council
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the draft FY22 budget and the reinvestment of a $258,662.00 General Fund CD. The meeting also includes discussions regarding a film permit ordinance amendment and the appointment of a new Chief of Police.
- Reinvestment of $258,662.00 General Fund CD maturing June 30, 2021
- Draft FY22 Budget discussion
- Appointment of Chief of Police
- Film Permit Ordinance amendment discussion
- Purchase of an ATV for Public Works Department
City Council
The City Council will consider adopting a new Film Permit Ordinance and a land use ordinance for 590 Hiram Douglasville Highway. The council will also discuss and vote on a sewer connection for Hiram Animal Hospital.
- Adoption of Ordinance 2021-05, Film Permit Ordinance
- Land use ordinance for 590 Hiram Douglasville Highway
- Sewer connection authorization for Hiram Animal Hospital
- Reinvestment of $245,501.00 General Fund CD into Georgia Fund One
- Intergovernmental Agreement for right-of-way cutting and litter pick up
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a land use application for 590 Hiram Douglasville Highway. The meeting also includes discussions on municipal election agreements, a film permit ordinance, and the reinvestment of a $245,501.00 General Fund certificate of deposit.
- Public hearing for land use application 2021-01-LUP at 590 Hiram Douglasville Highway
- Reinvestment of General Fund CD#91116215151 in the amount of $245,501.00
- Agreement with Paulding County Board of Elections for the 2021 Municipal Election
- Intergovernmental Agreement with Paulding County Board of Commissioners DOT for road maintenance
- Authorization for New Unity Christian Fellowship Church to use Ben Hill Strickland Sr. Memorial Park
City Council
The City Council will vote on the annexation of 3.4 acres at 850 Charles Hardy Parkway. The council will also decide on the employee insurance benefits renewal proposal for the upcoming year.
- Annexation of 850 Charles Hardy Parkway (3.4 acres) to B1 zoning
- Approval of employee insurance benefits for April 1, 2021, to March 31, 2022
- Reinvestment of $1,290,062.00 General Fund CD into Georgia Fund One Account
- Reinvestment of $132,387.00 Water Revenue Fund CD into a new CD
- Purchase of Ricoh 36" Wide Format Printer not to exceed $7,700.00
City Council
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss several municipal items. Topics include mid-year budget amendments, the reinvestment of two certificates of deposit, and potential annexation of property on Charles Hardy Parkway.
- Reinvestment of $1,290,062.00 General Fund CD and $132,387.00 Water Revenue Fund CD
- Potential annexation of 850 Charles Hardy Parkway (3.4 acres)
- Purchase of a Ricoh 36" Wide Format Printer not to exceed $7,700.00
- FY21 mid-year budget amendments
- Film Permit Ordinance discussion
City Council
The City Council will meet to approve minutes from previous sessions and address several consent agenda items. Key actions include amending a retail package store permit and adopting new stormwater management ordinances.
- Reinvestment of $170,459.00 General Fund CD into a Georgia Fund One account
- Adoption of Ordinance 2021-1 regarding High Spirits Inc./Dariyan Properties LLC retail permit
- Adoption of Ordinance 2021-2 for Post-Construction Stormwater Management
- Appointment of Clifford McGrady to the Paulding County Economic Development Organization Board
City Council
The City Council will review the Annual Financial Report for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2020. The work session includes discussions on reinvesting a $170,459 certificate of deposit and adopting a new stormwater management ordinance.
- Annual Financial Report for Fiscal Year ended June 30, 2020
- Reinvestment of $170,459 General Fund CD maturing February 18, 2021
- Amendment of Ordinance 2020-10 regarding High Spirits Inc./Dariyan Properties LLC
- Adoption of Post-Construction Stormwater Management Ordinance
- Discussion of Film Permit Ordinance
City Council
The City Council will vote on several judicial and legal appointments, including a Municipal Court Judge and City Attorney. The council will also discuss the Georgia Fund 1 Account and hotel motel excise tax disbursements. Additionally, members will consider upgrading school zone signs.
- Appointment of Chad Plumley as Municipal Court Judge
- Appointment of J. Jayson Phillips as City Attorney
- Adoption of Resolution 2021-01 regarding Georgia Fund 1 Account
- Agreement with Paulding Chamber of Commerce for hotel motel excise tax distribution
- Upgrade of School Zone signs not to exceed $7,704.81 via Street SPLOST