Atlanta, GA

Atlanta City Council - Regular Meeting

Committee on Council - Regular Committee Meeting

Public Safety & Legal Administration Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

Zoning Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

Community Development/Human Services Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

City Utilities Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

Transportation Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

Finance/Executive Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

Atlanta City Council - Special Called Meeting

Atlanta City Council - Regular Meeting

Committee on Council - Regular Committee Meeting

Zoning Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

Public Safety & Legal Administration Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

Community Development/Human Services Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

City Utilities Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

Finance/Executive Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

Transportation Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

Atlanta City Council - Regular Meeting

Committee on Council - Regular Committee Meeting

Zoning Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

Public Safety & Legal Administration Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

Community Development/Human Services Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

City Utilities Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

Finance/Executive Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

Transportation Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

Atlanta City Council - Regular Meeting

Committee on Council - Regular Committee Meeting

Zoning Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

Public Safety & Legal Administration Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

Community Development/Human Services Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

City Utilities Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

Finance/Executive Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

Transportation Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

Committee on Council - Regular Committee Meeting

Atlanta City Council - Regular Meeting

Zoning Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

Public Safety & Legal Administration Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

City Utilities Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

Community Development/Human Services Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

Transportation Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

Finance/Executive Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

Committee on Council - Regular Committee Meeting

Atlanta City Council - Regular Meeting

Zoning Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

Public Safety & Legal Administration Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

Community Development/Human Services Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

City Utilities Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

Finance/Executive Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

Transportation Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

Committee on Council - Regular Committee Meeting

Atlanta City Council - Regular Meeting

Zoning Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

Public Safety & Legal Administration Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

Finance/Executive Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

City Utilities Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

Community Development/Human Services Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

Committee on Council - Regular Committee Meeting

Atlanta City Council - Regular Meeting

Finance/Executive Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Finance/Executive Committee is reviewing several ordinances and resolutions regarding city service contracts, airport revenue bonds, and various municipal fund transfers. The agenda includes discussions on legal agreements for the 2028 Democratic National Convention and requests for state reimbursement for road repairs.

• Contract extension with Deloitte Consulting, LLP for $5,986,500.00
• IBM Maximo software subscription and support services for $583,999.00
• Resolution regarding agreements related to hosting the 2028 Democratic National Convention
• Request for Georgia state reimbursement for repaving Browns Mill Road
• Police priority dispatch system agreement with Priority Dispatch Corp for $466,613.00

The Finance/Executive Committee adopted its agenda and minutes unanimously. It approved the appointment of Stephanie Jackson as City Auditor. It waived procurement rules to extend a Deloitte consulting agreement for up to $5,986,500. It also approved a resolution authorizing the mayor to execute agreements if Atlanta is selected to host the 2028 Democratic National Convention.

• Approved appointment of Stephanie Jackson as City Auditor (unanimous)
• Approved $5,986,500 Deloitte contract amendment, waiving procurement source‑selection provisions (unanimous)
• Held ordinance 26-O-1405 on IBM Maximo software funding in committee (unanimous)
• Forwarded ordinance 26-O-1421 on bond indenture matters with no recommendation (unanimous)
• Forwarded ordinance 26-O-1422 on airport revenue bonds with no recommendation (unanimous)
• Forwarded ordinance 26-O-1423 on FY2027 budget amendment with no recommendation (unanimous)
• Approved resolution 26-R-3800 authorizing mayor to execute agreements for the 2028 DNC if selected (5‑0)
• Approved resolution 26-R-3798 requesting state reimbursement for Browns Mill Road repaving (unanimous)

Transportation Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The committee is reviewing several ordinances and resolutions related to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, street closures, and property acquisitions. Items include contract renewals for aviation services, unpaved road inventories, and sidewalk installation projects.

• Fire alarm system parts and service at Hartsfield-Jackson: up to $700,000.00
• Beecher Road sidewalk installation property acquisitions
• Conversion of Jesse Hill Jr. Drive, SE into a pedestrian plaza
• Unpaved roads phase 1 renewal with BRTU Construction, Inc.: up to $2,893,207.64
• Airport parking deck reconstruction and expansion: up to $28,131,676.00

The committee approved a $2,893,207.64 renewal for unpaved road work and several other contracts and actions. It also adopted a resolution to inventory unpaved public rights‑of‑way. Two abandonment proposals were held for public hearing.

• Approved $2,893,207.64 unpaved roads contract renewal (6-0) – 26-O-1419
• Approved $100,000 airport training contract renewal (6-0) – 26-O-1414
• Approved closure of Jesse Hill Jr. Drive portion and conversion to pedestrian plaza (5-0) – 26-O-1416
• Approved temporary construction easement for GDOT bridge rehabilitation (6-0) – 26-O-1418
• Approved $700,000 fire alarm system service contract (5-0) – 26-R-3833
• Approved resolution to inventory unpaved, dirt, and gravel rights‑of‑way (6-0) – 26-R-3799
• Held public hearing on abandonment of Birmingham Street portion (6-0) – 26-O-1415
• Held public hearing on abandonment of Law Street portion (6-0) – 26-O-1417

City Utilities Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The City Utilities Committee is reviewing several budget amendments for water and wastewater projects, including a $15.5 million transfer for the Flint River Pump Station. The agenda also includes appointments to the Community Access Media Board and various resolutions regarding road-related utility adjustments.

• Transfer of $4,000,000.00 to the CIP Facility Structural and Site Improvement Project
• Transfer of $2,000,000.00 to the Geotechnical Testing and Investigation Project
• Transfer of $2,000,000.00 to the Chastain Park Golf Course Stream Stabilization and Restoration Project
• Transfer of $15,573,840.00 to the Flint River Pump Station Upgrades Project
• Renewal of bill printing services with Datamatx, Incorporated up to $250,000.00

The City Utilities Committee approved multiple communications regarding board appointments and various water-related service contracts. Several ordinances related to budget amendments and project funding were forwarded or held in committee.

• Approved appointment of Ed Baines to Community Access Media Board (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Charles “Rick” Clear to Community Access Media Board (Unanimous)
• Forwarded $4M water and wastewater budget amendment for facility improvements to Full Council
• Forwarded $2M water and wastewater budget amendment for geotechnical testing to Full Council
• Approved Datamatx, Inc. bill printing services contract renewal (Unanimous)
• Held Chastain Park Golf Course stream restoration budget amendment in committee (Unanimous)
• Forwarded $15.57M budget amendment for Flint River Pump Station upgrades to Full Council (Unanimous)
• Approved GDOT water valve box adjustment contract at Fulton Industrial Blvd (Unanimous)

Community Development/Human Services Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The committee will review several workforce development grants for WorkSource Atlanta and various city service agreements. Discussion includes updates on the Metro Atlanta Land Bank and potential new heat safety protocols for city offices.

• Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act adult program grant up to $814,005.00
• Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act youth program grant up to $876,827.00
• Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act dislocated worker program grant up to $1,329,569.00
• Chastain Park Conservancy expansion of fundraising responsibilities
• Security services contract with Metropolitan Security Associates, Inc. up to $1,000,000.00

The Community Development/Human Services Committee adopted its agenda and approved the meeting minutes, both unanimously. It accepted the 2026 annual action plan and approved the open and close public hearings. The committee also held the appointments of Peyton Peterson and Nick Johnson to the Tree Conservation Commission, and approved two ordinances, including a $100,000 agreement with the Path Foundation.

• Agenda adopted (unanimous)
• Minutes approved (unanimous)
• Accepted 2026 annual action plan (unanimous)
• Open public hearing approved (unanimous)
• Close public hearing approved (unanimous)
• Held appointment of Peyton Peterson to Tree Conservation Commission (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance 26-O-1409 for $100,000 Path Foundation services agreement (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance 26-O-1410 for MOU with L.E.A.D., Inc. (unanimous)

Public Safety & Legal Administration Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Public Safety & Legal Administration Committee is reviewing various city claims and budget adjustments. The agenda includes several property damage and injury claims, as well as ordinances related to police and fire department funding and alcohol license fees.

• Claim settlement of $25,000.00 for property damage on Ralph David Abernathy Boulevard
• Budget amendment of $371,007.24 for Atlanta Police and Fire via UASI 2023 program
• Budget amendment of $14,000.00 for Atlanta Police via UASI 2024 subgrant
• Ordinance to increase initial application fees for alcohol licenses
• Resolution to authorize a $31,500.00 settlement regarding Thomas M. Orlando and Raffaella Carlomusto

The committee unanimously adopted its agenda and approved the meeting minutes. It approved eight property‑damage claims and rejected eight other claims, each with a unanimous vote. The committee gave a first reading to Ordinance 26‑O‑1425, which would add $371,007.24 to the 2027 intergovernmental grant fund for the Atlanta Police and Fire Departments.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes (unanimous)
• Approved claim 26‑R‑3804 for $25,000.00 property damage (unanimous)
• Approved claim 26‑R‑3805 for $13,275.87 property damage (unanimous)
• Approved claim 26‑R‑3806 for $3,696.44 property damage (unanimous)
• Adversed claim 26‑R‑3812 (unanimous)
• Adversed claim 26‑R‑3813 (unanimous)
• First reading of Ordinance 26‑O‑1425 to add $371,007.24 to grant fund

Zoning Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Atlanta Zoning Committee is reviewing first and second readings on several land-use changes, including property rezonings, special use permits, and a new historic district designation. These items determine allowable building types, density limits, and development conditions for specific parcels across multiple neighborhoods. The agenda lists applications with pending staff, neighborhood planning unit, and Zoning Review Board recommendations.

• Rezoning 686 Highland Ave NE from R-5/BL to C-2/BL (0.3 acres)
• Rezoning properties along Ponce de Leon and Bonaventure Avenues to MRC-3/BL (1.76 acres)
• Designating the Peachtree Circle area as a Historic District overlay and rezoning affected parcels
• Special use permit for a truck terminal at 2090 & 2124 Jonesboro Road SE (59.89 acres)
• Rezoning 1425 & 1475 Ellsworth Industrial Blvd NW from heavy industrial to mixed residential-commercial (8.54 acres)

The Zoning Committee approved multiple ordinances regarding property rezoning, land use waivers, and digital billboard construction. Two items were held in committee for further discussion, and one was referred to committee.

• Approved agenda adoption (7-0)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (7-0)
• Held SPI-21 historic spacing exception in committee (6-1)
• Approved waiver for nonconforming structure at 4300 Powers Ferry Road, NW as amended (6-0)
• Approved digital billboard construction at 501 Cleveland Circle, SW (6-0)
• Approved rezoning for 1155 Hank Aaron Drive, SW (5-0)
• Held rezoning for 1425 Ellsworth Industrial Boulevard, NW in committee (6-0)
• Referred Peachtree Circle Historic District designation to committee (6-0)

Committee on Council - Regular Committee Meeting

The Committee on Council will review several items including mayoral communications for housing authority appointments and a resolution regarding a special election. The agenda also includes various resolutions held in committee related to investigations and public comment procedures.

• Reappointment of Tony Martin to the Atlanta Housing Authority Board of Commissioners
• Reappointment of Rosalind Elliott to the Atlanta Housing Authority Board of Commissioners
• Appointment of Nicole Moore to the Chattahoochee Brick Company Memorial, Greenspace, and Park Board
• Resolution authorizing a special election for the Atlanta Board of Education regarding a one percent sales and use tax
• Resolution requesting an independent investigation into city engagement with Foris Webb, III

The Committee on Council approved several appointments to the Atlanta Housing Authority and a board for the Chattahoochee Brick Company. It also issued a favorable recommendation for an agreement with Fulton County regarding a special election. Several other items remained held in committee.

• Approved reappointment of Tony Martin to Atlanta Housing Authority Board (Unanimous)
• Approved reappointment of Rosalind Elliott to Atlanta Housing Authority Board (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Nicole Moore to Chattahoochee Brick Company Memorial, Greenspace, and Park Board (Unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Fulton County Board of Elections for a special election regarding a one percent sales tax (Unanimous)
• Held ordinance regarding City Charter sponsor requirements in committee
• Held resolution requesting investigation into Foris Webb, III in committee
• Held resolution regarding law enforcement at recreation center polling places in committee
• Held ordinance modifying public comment and proclamation procedures in committee

Atlanta City Council - Regular Meeting

The Atlanta City Council is reviewing several legislative items including zoning rezonings, municipal appointments, and various city contracts. Key discussions involve a moratorium on storage facility permits and land acquisitions for public safety and water projects.

• 180-day moratorium on new building and rezoning applications for secure or mixed-use storage facilities
• Acquisition of 2.529 acres from MARTA for an EMS/Fire Station not to exceed $3,390,000.00
• Lease agreement with Israel Missionary Baptist Church for APD Zone 6 office space at $102,000.00 annually
• Acquisition of twelve parcels for the Valley of the Hawks Wetlands Project not to exceed $1,885,897.11
• Rental subsidies for 28 low-income families at Vanira Village Apartments up to $539,850.00

The City Council approved a 180-day moratorium on new applications for various storage facilities. Additionally, the council passed multiple rezoning ordinances and authorized a lease for police precinct office space.

• Adopted 180-day moratorium on secure, self, and mixed-use storage facility applications (15-0)
• Approved rezoning for 708 Kirkwood Avenue, SE (15-0)
• Approved amended rezoning for 1579 Gates Place, NW (15-0)
• Approved amended special use permit for Ansley Golf Club, Inc. (15-0)
• Adopted substitute ordinance for APD Zone 6 precinct lease at 2025 Hosea Williams Drive, SE (15-0)
• Accepted and filed Department of Procurement monthly report (13-0)
• Referred appointment of Ed Baines to City Utilities Committee
• Referred appointment of Stephanie Jackson to Finance/Executive Committee

Finance/Executive Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Finance/Executive Committee is reviewing several financial matters, including a $62.9 million airport lounge project and upcoming property tax rates for fiscal year 2027. The agenda also includes various contract extensions, service renewals, and fund donations.

• Airport lounge development at Hartsfield-Jackson Concourse E: $62,997,000.00
• Deloitte Consulting, LLP cloud implementation extension: $5,986,500.00
• Amazon Web Services and Carahsoft Technology Corporation contract: $1,756,723.66
• Ordinance to authorize electronic payment surcharges
• Resolution requesting $200,000,000.00 for healthcare infrastructure partnership

The Finance/Executive Committee approved a substitute ordinance regarding electronic payment surcharges. The committee also moved several ordinances forward to the full Council, including contract renewals for cloud services and software subscriptions.

• Accepted and filed Audit Committee performance audit on ghost employees (5-0)
• Approved substitute ordinance for electronic payment surcharges (unanimous)
• Forwarded Deloitte Consulting, LLP cloud implementation extension to full Council
• Forwarded IBM Maximo software subscription amendment to full Council
• Approved renewal of Segal Company annual valuation services (6-0)
• Approved substitute ordinance for Amazon Web Services contract (6-0)
• Forwarded $5,000 donation to Lambda Legal to full Council (6-0)

Transportation Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The committee is reviewing several ordinances regarding street abandonments, road closures, and contract renewals. Discussions also include requests for information on MARTA service changes and the Atlanta Beltline.

• Renew airport training contract with Georgia Tech Research Corporation up to $100,000.00
• Abandon Birmingham Street, NW portion of 0.3808 acres to LWH Bends, LLC
• Close a portion of Jesse Hill Jr. Drive, SE for a pedestrian plaza
• Grant temporary construction easement at 0 Ponce De Leon Avenue, NE to GDOT
• Engineering services contract for Pryor Street and Central Avenue up to $2,634,127.49

The Transportation Committee approved several ordinances and resolutions regarding airport training, street closures, and transit agreements. One ordinance concerning parking lot regulations was held in committee for further review.

• Forwarded airport global training contract renewal to Full Council
• Forwarded Birmingham Street right-of-way abandonment to Full Council
• Forwarded Jesse Hill Jr. Drive pedestrian plaza conversion to Full Council
• Forwarded Law Street right-of-way abandonment to Full Council
• Forwarded Ponce De Leon Avenue construction easement to Full Council
• Held parking lot and garage consumer protection ordinance in committee
• Approved K9 magazine pad facility lease at Hartsfield-Jackson
• Approved prohibiting parking on Sherwood Road near Smith Park

Atlanta City Council - Special Called Meeting

The Atlanta City Council is meeting to consider several ordinances related to the issuance of general obligation bonds. These actions involve appropriating up to $4,000,000 for the 2026 fiscal year and up to $4,000,000 for the 2027 fiscal year.

• Ordinance 26-O-1315: Amend FY 2027 budget to appropriate up to $4,000,000 in bond proceeds
• Ordinance 26-O-1317: Amend FY 2026 budget to appropriate up to $4,000,000 in bond proceeds
• Ordinance 26-O-1374: Supplement Ordinance 26-O-1268 regarding Series 2026 bonds
• Ordinance 26-O-1375: Supplement Ordinance 26-O-1269 regarding Series 2027 bonds

The Atlanta City Council unanimously adopted ordinances on June 24, 2026, authorizing the sale of up to $4 million each in Series 2026 and Series 2027 General Obligation Bonds. The council approved placing these bonds directly with Huntington National Bank and amended the city's fiscal year 2026 and 2027 budgets to appropriate the bond proceeds plus $150,000 in related expenses for each series.

• Adopted Ordinance 26-O-1374 authorizing up to $4M Series 2026 General Obligation Bond sale via direct placement with Huntington National Bank (9-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 26-O-1375 authorizing up to $4M Series 2027 General Obligation Bond sale via direct placement with Huntington National Bank (9-0)
• Amended FY 2026 budget to appropriate $4M in bond proceeds and $150,000 related expenses for the Series 2026 bonds (9-0)
• Amended FY 2027 budget to appropriate $4M in bond proceeds and $150,000 related expenses for the Series 2027 bonds (9-0)

Community Development/Human Services Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The committee is reviewing several ordinances including rental subsidies for low-income families at Vanira Village Apartments and a service agreement with the PATH Foundation. Members will also consider rezoning requests and various city appointments.

• Rental subsidies of up to $539,850.00 for 28 low-income families at Vanira Village Apartments
• Path Foundation services agreement not to exceed $100,000.00
• Ashby MARTA Station LCI study contract not to exceed $250,000.00
• In-kind donation of a Buddy Baseball statue valued at approximately $30,000.00
• Rezoning of 360 Autumn Lane, SW from MLSF to MDR

The committee unanimously favored a $539,850 HUD-funded rental subsidy contract to provide housing assistance for 28 low-income families at Vanira Village Apartments through August 2027. It also advanced agreements with the Path Foundation and LEAD, Inc., to full council for first reading. Two ordinances regarding free city pool admission and rezoning at 360 Autumn Lane SW were held in committee pending further review.

• Favored $539,850 HUD rental subsidy contract for 28 low-income families at Vanira Village Apartments (unanimous)
• Advanced $100,000 Path Foundation volunteer services agreement to full council (unanimous)
• Advanced LEAD, Inc. community center MOU at Center Hill Park to full council (unanimous)
• Recommended reappointment of two members to the Atlanta Housing Authority Board (unanimous)
• Favored $250,000 HKS, Inc. contract for Ashby MARTA Station LCI study (unanimous)
• Recommended acceptance of $30,000 Buddy Baseball statue for Bagley Park (unanimous)
• Held free city pool admission fee ordinance in committee (unanimous)
• Held rezoning of 360 Autumn Lane SW from MLSF to MDR designation in committee (unanimous)

City Utilities Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The City Utilities Committee is reviewing several budget amendments and contract renewals related to watershed management. Items include funding transfers for the Flint River Pump Station and the Chastain Park Golf Course project, as well as property acquisition for a constructed wetlands project.

• Transfer of $15,573,840.00 to the Flint River Pump Station Upgrades Project
• Transfer of $2,000,000.00 to the Chastain Park Golf Course Stream Stabilization and Restoration Project
• Acquisition of 12 parcels for the Valley of the Hawks Constructed Wetlands Project up to $1,885,897.11
• Transfer of $3,000,000.00 to the Annual SCADA Maintenance Project
• Renewal of bill printing services with Datamatx, Incorporated up to $250,000.00

The City Utilities Committee approved several ordinances and resolutions regarding water and public works funding. Multiple items were held in committee for further review or discussion.

• Approved property acquisition for Valley of the Hawks project ($1,885,897.11)
• Approved budget transfer for SCADA maintenance project ($3,000,000.00)
• Approved fuel card management services with WEX Bank, Inc. ($600,000.00 annually)
• Approved substitute ordinance regarding stormwater management standards
• Approved Labworks LIMS software maintenance funding ($27,600.00) on condition
• Held mechanical repairs contract with Lakeshore Engineering/Contessa Construction JV, LLC in committee
• Held mechanical repairs contract with Ruby-Collins/S.E. Consortium, JV LLC in committee
• Held several ordinances regarding flood protection and sewer service criteria in committee

Zoning Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The committee will consider several ordinances for first and second readings. These items include historic district designations, residential rezonings, and special use permits for a truck terminal, a private club, and a place of worship.

• Designation of Peachtree Circle Historic District as an overlay zoning area
• Special use permit for a truck terminal at 2090 and 2124 Jonesboro Road, SE
• Rezoning from R-4A to R-5 for 963 Allene Avenue, SW
• Rezoning from R-4A to R-5 for 1607 Lakewood Avenue, SE
• Rezoning from R-1 to PD-H for 1950 West Peces Ferry Road and 2518 West Wesley Road, NW

The committee reviewed multiple zoning requests, including a historic district designation for Peachtree Circle and various residential rezonings. Several items were moved forward to the full council or held in committee for future discussion.

• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Held rezoning of 1607 Lakewood Avenue in committee until July 6, 2026 (unanimous)
• Adversed rezoning of 1950 West Pecas Ferry Road (unanimous)
• Favorable report for rezoning of 708 Kirkwood Avenue to full council (unanimous)
• Favorable as amended report for rezoning of 1579 Gates Place to full council (unanimous)
• Favorable as amended report for special use permit at 196 Montgomery Ferry Drive to full council (unanimous)
• Referred special use permit for 1775 Buckeye Street to committee (unanimous)

Public Safety & Legal Administration Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Public Safety & Legal Administration Committee will review several legal claims and ordinances. Key items include a proposed land purchase from MARTA for an EMS/Fire Station and updates on surveillance technology transparency.

• Ordinance to acquire 2.529 acres from MARTA for an EMS/Fire Station up to $3,390,000.00
• Ordinance to allow the Chief Financial Officer to conduct forensic audits of alcohol-licensed establishments
• Ordinance regarding transparency for surveillance technologies in the public right-of-way
• Resolution to settle State Farm Automobile Insurance Co. claim for $7,000.00
• Atlanta Police Department crime statistics presentation

The committee approved six favorable claims related to property damage from potholes, manholes, and flooding. It also unanimously issued adverse recommendations for 15 additional claims involving bodily injury, stolen vehicles, and civil rights incidents.

• Approved property damage claim for Gayla McKee ($7,008.80) (Unanimous)
• Approved property damage claim for Charles H. Jackson ($1,808.34) (Unanimous)
• Approved property damage claim for Henry McCoy ($1,538.33) (Unanimous)
• Approved property damage claim for Dominique Smith ($1,148.00) (Unanimous)
• Approved property death claim for Huang Sue Fei ($650.00) (Unanimous)
• Approved property damage claim for David M. Richardson ($649.99) (Unanimous)
• Issued adverse recommendation for Maxwell Richards claim (Unanimous)
• Issued adverse recommendation for 14 additional claims (Unanimous)

Committee on Council - Regular Committee Meeting

The Committee on Council is reviewing several municipal appointments and legislative changes. Items include various board member nominations and an ordinance to amend the Atlanta City Charter regarding legislation sponsorship requirements.

• Appointment of Sherise Brown to the Housing Commission for a two-year term
• Appointment of Dion Mills to the Beltline Tax Allocation District (TAD) Advisory Committee for a two-year term
• Appointment of Dorthey Hurst to the License Review Board for a two-year term
• Appointment of Dr. Ra Malika Imhotep to the Community Access Media Board for a two-year term
• Appointment of Elycia Daniel to the Atlanta Citizen Review Board for a three-year term

The Committee on Council approved five communications regarding various board and commission appointments. Several other items, including resolutions regarding outside counsel and election security, remained held in committee.

• Approved appointment of Sherise Brown to the Housing Commission (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Dion Mills to the Beltline Tax Allocation District Advisory Committee (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Dorthey Hurst to the License Review Board (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Dr. Ra Malika Imhotep to the Community Access Media Board (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Elycia Daniel to the Atlanta Citizen Review Board (unanimous)
• Held ordinance regarding City Council primary sponsor requirements in committee
• Held resolution requesting investigation into Foris Webb, III in committee
• Held resolution regarding law enforcement at recreation center polling places in committee

Atlanta City Council - Regular Meeting

The Atlanta City Council is reviewing a consent agenda containing zoning changes, comprehensive plan amendments, and contract modifications. These rezonings along Sylvan Road, Woodland Avenue, and Bellview Avenue would alter allowable building types and densities for residents in those corridors. The council will also vote on police equipment upgrades and utility service extensions that maintain city operations.

• Rezone properties at 1215 & 1313 Sylvan Road SW and 984–997 Cox Avenue SW from light industrial to mixed residential commercial
• Zone 1150–1220 Woodland Avenue NE to multifamily residential upon annexation into city limits
• Adopt neighborhood plans for Peachtree Park, Edgewood, and Beltline Subarea 8 as amendments to the Comprehensive Development Plan
• Approve Amendment #5 with Axon Enterprise, Inc., adding a counter-drone system up to $3,499,999.99 for the Atlanta Police Department
• Extend Greensferry Stream restoration funding by $822,567.44 and on-call diving services up to $2,000,000.00

The City Council adopted multiple zoning ordinances and a contract amendment for police equipment. They also accepted the FY2027 Budget Commission report and referred various communications to specific committees.

• Accepted and filed the FY2027 Budget Commission report (13-0)
• Approved rezoning for 1215 Sylvan Road, SW and surrounding properties (14-0)
• Approved zoning for Woodland Avenue, NE properties (14-0)
• Approved amended rezoning for Bellview Avenue, NW properties (14-0)
• Approved certificate for new single-family dwelling on Ridgewood Road, NW (14-0)
• Approved $3,499,999.99 contract amendment for police drone detection and mitigation (14-0)
• Approved $822,567.44 funding increase for Greensferry Stream and Floodplain Restoration (14-0)

Finance/Executive Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Finance/Executive Committee is reviewing the proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budget and ad valorem tax rates. The agenda also includes several contract authorizations, a property annexation, and discussions regarding city bonds and water service agreements.

• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2027 proposed budget
• Setting of FY2027 ad valorem tax rates for various levies
• Authorization of $4,000,000 in General Obligation Bonds for Series 2026 and Series 2027
• Contract with Amazon Web Services via Carahsoft Technology Corporation not to exceed $1,756,723.66
• Special procurement agreement with Davis Water Service, Inc. for $2,289,600.00

The Finance/Executive Committee reviewed the proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budget and ad valorem tax rates. Several ordinances were forwarded to the full Council for further consideration, while an annexation proposal was held in committee.

• Approved personnel classification plan amendments (6-0)
• Approved FY2027 proposed budget (6-0)
• Approved FY2027 ad valorem tax rates (6-0)
• Approved employee perks program agreement (6-0)
• Held annexation of 2341 Glynn Drive, SE in committee (6-0)
• Forwarded parking lot consumer protection ordinance with no recommendation (6-0)
• Forwarded $4M Series 2026 General Obligation Bonds with no recommendation (6-0)
• Forwarded $4M Series 2027 General Obligation Bonds with no recommendation (6-0)

Transportation Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The committee is considering several items including street resurfacing grants, airport infrastructure funding, and new traffic regulations. Discussions include a proposal to prohibit commercial cut-through truck traffic in the Cabbagetown Landmark District.

• Ratification of $6,046,860.23 GDOT grant for street resurfacing projects
• Ordinance to prohibit commercial cut-through truck traffic on Estoria Street, Tenelle Street, and Carroll Street
• Requirement for mandatory temporary pedestrian routes when sidewalks are inaccessible
• Resolution for $3,278,256.44 for 2025 LMIG street resurfacing projects
• Funding of $36,616,996.00 for Skytrain 10-Year Modernization at Hartsfield-Jackson Airport

The committee approved several ordinances including GDOT street resurfacing funding and a commercial truck ban in Cabbagetown. Other actions included approving traffic signal project funding and mandatory pedestrian routes during construction.

• Approved $6,046,860.23 for GDOT local road assistance street resurfacing (5-0)
• Approved $365,089.00 for traffic signal and communication project (5-0)
• Approved commercial truck traffic prohibition in Cabbagetown landmark district (5-0)
• Approved mandatory temporary pedestrian routes during construction (5-0)
• Approved street resurfacing agreement with Blount Construction Company, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved parking prohibition on Sherwood Road, NE near Smith Park (unanimous)
• Approved airfield markings and rubber removal contract renewal (unanimous)
• Approved $1,000,000.00 for airport electrical services (unanimous)

Community Development/Human Services Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Community Development/Human Services Committee is considering several ordinances and resolutions regarding land use, property acquisitions, and city funding. Items include forest protection, housing initiatives, and various renewals for afterschool programming services.

• Ordinance to amend FY2027 budget by $539,850.00 for rental subsidies at Vanira Village Apartments
• Ordinance to acquire property near Randall Mill Road for $7,856,051.93 for forest protection
• Ordinance to correct funding source for a $4,500,000.00 gym construction at Chastain Park
• Resolution to designate Utoy Creek Watershed as the Utoy Creek Urban Forest
• Multiple resolutions to renew Centers of Hope afterschool programming contracts

The committee approved several ordinances including a $7.85M property acquisition for forest protection and a land donation for affordable housing. It also authorized multiple afterschool programming renewals and a gym construction funding correction.

• Forwarded $539,850 rental subsidy ordinance to Full Council
• Approved $7.85M property acquisition on Randall Mill Road (Unanimous)
• Approved lease agreement with East Atlanta Kids Club for Brownwood Park (Unanimous)
• Approved funding source correction for Chastain Park gym construction (Unanimous)
• Held CDP Public Hearing for 2341 Glynn Drive, SE (Unanimous)
• Approved land donation and access agreement for 0 Eugenia Street, SW (Unanimous)
• Approved Utoy Creek Urban Forest designation (Unanimous)
• Approved renewal of four Centers of Hope afterschool contracts (Unanimous)

City Utilities Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The City Utilities Committee is reviewing several ordinances related to watershed management, including a $1.88 million property acquisition for the Valley of the Hawks project. The agenda also includes discussions on adjusting solid waste service fees and amending budgets for water and wastewater maintenance.

• Acquisition of 12 parcels for Valley of the Hawks project up to $1,885,897.11
• Budget amendment of $3,000,000.00 for SCADA maintenance project
• Amendment to Labworks LLC software maintenance contract for $27,600.00
• Funding increase of $822,567.44 for Greensferry Stream and Floodplain Restoration
• Extension of Salmons Dredging Corporation on-call diving services up to $2,000,000.00

The City Utilities Committee approved multiple ordinances regarding watershed management, diving services, and software maintenance. Several items, including a solid waste service ordinance and stormwater management standards, were held in committee for further review.

• Approved appointment of Dr. Ra Malika Imhotep to Community Access Media Board (Unanimous)
• Approved Greensferry Stream and Floodplain Restoration funding change order (Unanimous)
• Approved extension of on-call diving services contract with Salmons Dredging Corporation (4-0)
• Approved extension of solid waste survey and billing software support (4-0)
• Held in committee: Solid waste service rate and fee adjustments (4-0)
• Held in committee: Stormwater management standards incentives (4-0)
• Approved GDOT water valve box adjustment contract (4-0)
• Held in committee: SwiftComply software maintenance renewal (4-0)

Zoning Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The committee will consider several ordinances for first and second readings, including residential rezonings and a place of worship special use permit. Several items are also being held in committee for further review or information.

• Public hearing for new single-family dwelling at 2745 Ridgewood Road, NW
• Special use permit for a place of worship at 1775 Buckeye Street, SW
• Rezoning for major site plan amendment at 1834 Braeburn Circle, SE
• Rezoning from single-family to two-family residential at 1151 Arlington Avenue, SW
• Rezoning from industrial mixed use to mixed residential commercial at 1200 White Street, SW

The committee approved a certificate for a new single-family dwelling on Ridgewood Road. Several other zoning and ordinance items were referred to committee or moved forward from previous sessions.

• Approved Metropolitan River Protection Act certificate for 2745 Ridgewood Road, NW (unanimous)
• Referred sign ordinance waiver for 2525 Piedmont Road, NE to committee (unanimous)
• Referred rezoning for 2341 Glynn Drive, SE to committee (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning for properties on Sylvan Road, SW and Cox Avenue, SW (unanimous)

Public Safety & Legal Administration Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Public Safety & Legal Administration Committee will review several legal claims and a proposed ordinance for new police technology. The agenda also includes reports from the Atlanta Police Department and the Office of the City Solicitor.

• Ordinance to authorize $3,499,999.99 for Axon Enterprise, Inc. body camera/police equipment and a security counter-drone system
• Review of 11 favorable claims totaling $47,573.22 involving property damage and bodily injury
• Review of 25 unfavorable claims including various vehicular accidents, pothole incidents, and sewer issues
• Atlanta Police Department crime statistics and quarterly update
• Appointment of Elycia Daniel to the Atlanta Citizen Review Board for a three-year term

The committee approved eleven insurance claims involving vehicle accidents, potholes, and sewer incidents. It also issued adverse recommendations for seven additional claims regarding bodily injury and property damage.

• Approved 11 claims with favorable recommendations (unanimous)
• Issued adverse recommendations for 7 claims (unanimous)

Atlanta City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council is reviewing the proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budget, including tax rates and personnel actions. The agenda also includes several zoning amendments, property rezonings, and a moratorium lift related to the FIFA operational period.

• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2027 proposed budget
• Setting of Ad Valorem tax rates for various levies
• Authorization of $1,265,621,595.71 in water and wastewater bonds
• Prohibition of self-storage facilities within the Beltline Overlay District
• Partial lifting of a temporary moratorium for outdoor gatherings during the FIFA operational period

The City Council approved several items via the consent agenda, including a $1.26 billion bond for water and wastewater services. Other actions included ratifying property assessments, authorizing utility easements, and creating a food distribution trust fund.

• Adopted agenda (13-0)
• Accepted and filed March 18 meeting minutes (12-0)
• Accepted and filed Inspector General report (12-0)
• Accepted and filed Department of Procurement monthly report (12-0)
• Ratified PACE property assessments (13-0)
• Authorized Georgia Power utility easement for Howell Mill Road project (13-0)
• Approved $1,265,621,595.71 in water and wastewater bonds (13-0)
• Approved transfer of $135,627.37 for Nova Staffing Services (13-0)

Committee on Council - Regular Committee Meeting

The Committee on Council will review five appointments to local advisory boards and the Atlanta Urban Design Commission, which shape neighborhood planning and community media access. Members will consider a second reading of an ordinance modifying public comment procedures for City Council meetings and discuss a charter amendment requiring a primary sponsor for proposed legislation. Two resolutions remain held in committee: one would direct outside counsel to investigate payments related to Foris Webb III, and another would station law enforcement at city recreation centers used as polling places.

• Second reading of Ordinance 26-O-1344 to modify procedures for public comment and proclamations during City Council meetings
• Resolution 26-R-3611 requesting the Municipal Clerk maintain and publicly display time records for council proclamations and ceremonial presentations
• Dual-referred Ordinance 26-O-1183 proposing a charter amendment to require a primary sponsor of record on proposed legislation, with certain exemptions
• Five board appointments under review, including Alfred “Shivy” Brooks to the Beltline Affordable Housing Advisory Board and Beltline TAD Advisory Committee, Sadie Dennard to the Community Access Media Board, Forrest Coley Jr. to the Atlanta Urban Design Commission, and Dewayne Martin to the Community Access Media Board
• Two resolutions held in committee since March and May 2026: one requesting outside counsel investigate payments related to Foris Webb III, and another requesting law enforcement officers at designated city recreation centers serving as polling places

The Committee on Council approved multiple appointments to various advisory boards and commissions. An ordinance regarding public comment procedures was held in committee despite the approval of a substitute motion.

• Approved Alfred “Shivy” Brooks to Beltline Affordable Housing Advisory Board (unanimous)
• Approved Alfred “Shivy” Brooks to Beltline Tax Allocation District Advisory Committee (unanimous)
• Approved Sadie Dennard to Community Access Media Board (unanimous)
• Approved Forrest Coley, Jr. to Atlanta Urban Design Commission (unanimous)
• Approved Dewayne Martin to Community Access Media Board (unanimous)
• Held ordinance regarding public comment and proclamations in committee (unanimous)
• Approved resolution requesting display of time records for proclamations (unanimous)
• Held charter amendment legislation in committee

Finance/Executive Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The committee will review several budget amendments and bond issuances totaling millions of dollars. Discussion includes street project easements, food distribution programs, and temporary permit moratorium adjustments for the FIFA operational period.

• Ordinance to authorize a $4,000,000.00 General Obligation Bond issuance
• Ordinance to authorize a $4,000,000.00 General Obligation Bond issuance for FY2027
• Easement for the Howell Mill Road Complete Street project at 2970 Howell Mill Road, NW
• Transfer of up to $135,627.37 to Nova Staffing Services
• Resolution for roof repairs at various Department of Watershed Management facilities up to $3,938,000.00

The Finance/Executive Committee approved several ordinances including a utility easement for the Howell Mill Road project and the creation of a food distribution trust fund. Several budget amendments and an annexation proposal were held in committee.

• Approved Georgia Power utility easement for Howell Mill Road project (unanimous)
• Approved substitute ordinance creating ATL Fresh & Free Food Distribution Program Trust Fund (unanimous)
• Approved substitute ordinance for City of Atlanta Water and Wastewater Revenue Bonds (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of $135,627.37 to Nova Staffing Services (unanimous)
• Approved lifting of temporary moratorium for FIFA operational period permits (unanimous)
• Held in committee: FY 2027 General Obligation Bond amendment
• Held in committee: FY 2026 General Obligation Bond amendment
• Held in committee: Electronic payment surcharge ordinance

Zoning Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Zoning Committee is reviewing several ordinances regarding residential rezoning, land development code amendments, and special use permits. Items include proposals to change single-family residential areas to two-family residential and a request to prohibit self-storage within the Beltline Overlay District.

• Rezoning 11 Mildred Place, NW from R-4 to R-5
• Rezoning 674 Emily Place, NW from R-4 to R-5
• Rezoning 511 South Evelyn Place, NW from R-4 to R-5
• Prohibition of self-storage facilities within the Beltline Overlay District
• Service station waiver for 1675 Memorial Drive, SE

The committee approved ordinances to prohibit self-storage in the Beltline Overlay District and allow a service station on Memorial Drive. Several rezoning requests for residential properties were filed by committee, while others were held or approved as amended.

• Prohibition of self-storage in Beltline Overlay District approved (5-0)
• Service station at 1675 Memorial Drive SE approved (5-0)
• Rezoning for 11 Mildred Place, NW filed by committee (5-0)
• Rezoning for 674 Emily Place, NW filed by committee (5-0)
• Rezoning for 511 South Evelyn Place, NW filed by committee (5-0)
• Rezoning for Woodland Avenue, NE held in committee (5-0)
• Rezoning for 875 North Grand Avenue, NW filed by committee (5-0)
• Major site plan amendment for 1889 Wells Drive, SW approved as amended (5-0)

Transportation Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The committee is reviewing several ordinances and resolutions regarding street resurfacing, airport operations, and pedestrian safety. Items include a $6 million GDOT grant for street resurfacing and various funding adjustments for Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.

• GDOT grant of up to $6,046,860.23 for street resurfacing projects
• Traffic signal and communication project funding of $365,089.00
• Airport renewal and extension fund transfer of $178,357,691.00
• Security access control system maintenance up to $1,654,658.55
• Path Westside Connector & Safety Improvements project funding of $8,000,000.00

The Transportation Committee approved several items including airport renewal funds and security service renewals. Members also passed resolutions for new traffic signals, all-way stops, and a project management agreement with the Path Foundation.

• Approved FY2027 Airport Renewal and Passenger Facility Charge budgets (unanimous)
• Approved security access control system maintenance extension (unanimous)
• Approved amended airport food and beverage concession agreements (5-0)
• Approved amended concourse 'B' food and beverage concessions (5-0)
• Approved request to reinstall traffic signal at Mayson Turner Rd & Joseph E. Lowery Blvd (4-0)
• Approved request to install all-way stop at Scott St & Akridge St (5-0)
• Approved renewal of One ATL Customer Experience Program service agreement ($28M) (5-0)
• Approved Path Westside Connector & Safety Improvements project management agreement ($8M) (unanimous)

Community Development/Human Services Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Community Development/Human Services Committee will review several zoning amendments and city contracts. Key items include a large-scale forest preservation acquisition and an impact framework for neighborhood investments.

• Ordinance to acquire properties on Randall Mill Road, NW for $7,856,051.93
• Public hearing for a neighborhood investment impact framework and tax allocation district updates
• Ordinance to renew services agreement with Atlanta Beltline, Inc. for up to $1,050,000.00
• Ordinance to amend funding for a new gym at Chastain Park up to $4,500,000.00
• Multiple land use redesignations for properties on Logan Circle, NW and Chattahoochee Avenue, NW

The committee approved a substitute ordinance for a neighborhood investment impact framework. Several land use redesignations for properties on Logan Circle and Chattahoochee Avenue were also approved via substitute ordinances.

• Approved substitute for neighborhood investment impact framework (6-0)
• Approved Atlanta Beltline, Inc. services agreement renewal (6-0)
• Approved substitute land use redesignation for Logan Circle and Chattahoochee Avenue properties (6-0)
• Approved substitute land use redesignation for additional Logan Circle and Chattahoochee Avenue properties (6-0)

City Utilities Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The City Utilities Committee is reviewing several ordinances regarding watershed management, including funding for stream restoration and sanitary sewer repairs. The agenda also includes adjustments to solid waste service fees and various contract extensions for city departments.

• Ordinance to add $822,567.44 for Greensferry Stream and Floodplain Restoration
• Ordinance to extend on-call diving services with Salmons Dredging Corporation up to $2,000,000.00
• Ordinance to extend solid waste software support with International System Strategies, Inc. up to $420,000.00
• Ordinance to adjust solid waste service fees and tax/service charge qualifications
• Budget amendment of $20,000,000.00 for the Sanitary Sewer Repairs Project

The City Utilities Committee approved multiple budget amendments to fund asphalt resurfacing, sanitary sewer repairs, and plant maintenance. Several ordinances regarding procurement and service agreements were forwarded to the full Council for referral.

• Approved appointment of Dewayne Martin to Community Access Media Board (Unanimous)
• Forwarded $822,567.44 Greensferry Stream and Floodplain Restoration change order to Full Council
• Forwarded $2,000,000.00 Salmons Dredging Corporation contract extension to Full Council
• Forwarded $420,000.00 International System Strategies, Inc. software support extension to Full Council
• Forwarded solid waste service fee and tax adjustments to Full Council
• Approved $8,521,452.00 transfer for asphaltic concrete pavement milling & resurfacing (Unanimous)
• Approved $20,000,000.00 transfer for sanitary sewer repairs project (Unanimous)
• Approved $4,200,000.00 transfer for annual plant maintenance projects (Unanimous)

Public Safety & Legal Administration Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The committee is reviewing several items including street resurfacing grants, airport renewal budgets, and various transit project agreements. Discussions also include requests for traffic signal reinstalls, all-way stops, and updates on bike lane designs.

• $6,046,860.23 grant for GDOT street resurfacing projects
• $178,357,691.00 budget transfer for Hartsfield-Jackson airport renewal and extension
• $8,000,000.00 project management agreement for Path Westside Connector & Safety Improvements
• Reinstallation of a traffic signal at Mayson Turner Road, NW and Joseph E. Lowery Boulevard, NW
• Installation of an all-way stop at Scott Street, NW and Akridge Street, NW

The Transportation Committee approved several items including airport renewal funds and security service renewals. Members also passed resolutions for new traffic signals, all-way stops, and a project management agreement with the Path Foundation.

• Approved FY2027 Airport Renewal and Passenger Facility Charge budgets (unanimous)
• Approved substitute ordinance for airport security access control maintenance (unanimous)
• Approved amended ordinance for airport food and beverage concessions (5-0)
• Approved amended ordinance for Concourse D food and beverage concessions (5-0)
• Approved resolution to reinstall traffic signal at Mayson Turner Rd & Joseph E. Lowery Blvd (4-0)
• Approved resolution to install all-way stop at Scott St & Akridge St (5-0)
• Approved resolution for airport customer experience program renewal up to $28M (5-0)
• Approved resolution for Path Westside Connector project management agreement up to $8M (unanimous)

Committee on Council - Regular Committee Meeting

The Committee on Council is reviewing several municipal appointments and legislative resolutions. Items include requests for law enforcement presence at polling locations and the sunsetting of certain city boards.

• Appointment of Tomas Guardia to the Solid Waste Appeals Board for a four-year term
• Appointment of Kiersten Harris to the Community Access Media Board for a two-year term
• Appointment of Dr. Jabari Simama to the Community Access Media Board for a two-year term
• Resolution requesting law enforcement presence at Atlanta recreation center polling places
• Resolution to sunset certain city boards, authorities, and commissions

The Committee on Council approved multiple board appointments and a substitute resolution for the Budget Commission. A resolution regarding law enforcement at recreation centers was held in committee.

• Approved appointment of Tomas Guardia to Solid Waste Appeals Board (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Kiersten Harris to Community Access Media Board (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Dr. Jabari Simama to Community Access Media Board (5-0)
• Held in committee resolution requesting law enforcement at recreation center polling places (5-0)
• Approved favorable resolution to sunset certain boards and commissions (5-0)
• Held in committee ordinance regarding City Council primary sponsor requirements
• Held in committee resolution for investigation into Foris Webb, III
• Approved substitute resolution appointing Wayne Martin and Matt Westmoreland to the Budget Commission (5-0)

Atlanta City Council - Regular Meeting

The Atlanta City Council is reviewing several legislative items including street abandonments, airport funding transfers, and community grants. The agenda includes various ordinances related to transportation maintenance, aviation budgets, and local zoning amendments.

• Abandonment of 0.7118 acres on Gilmer Street, SE for Georgia State University
• Acceptance of $6,410,680.94 in local maintenance improvement funds from GDOT
• $175,000 sponsorship for Worldwide Airport Law Association conference at Hartsfield-Jackson
• Transfer of $69,765,953.35 for airport renewal and extension fund reimbursement
• Sale of city property at 3711 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, SW to GDOT for $114,000

The Council approved several transportation and aviation-related ordinances, including local maintenance funds and airport budget transfers. Additionally, the Council authorized the abandonment of a portion of Gilmer Street, SE.

• Approved abandonment of 0.7118 acres of Gilmer Street, SE (12-0)
• Accepted $6,410,680.94 in local maintenance improvement funds from GDOT (12-0)
• Accepted $10,000 grant from National Center for Safe Routes to School (12-0)
• Approved $175,000 sponsorship for Worldwide Airport Law Association conference at Hartsfield-Jackson (12-0)
• Approved airport budget transfers totaling $69,765,953.35 (12-0)
• Approved airport budget transfers totaling $5,177,912.14 (12-0)
• Approved $14,435,742.00 transfer for Aviation Encumbrance Program (12-0)
• Approved $220,000 contract renewal for airport contract management portal (12-0)

Finance/Executive Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Finance/Executive Committee is reviewing several ordinances regarding city budget amendments and bond issuances. The agenda also includes discussions on utility easements, property assessments, and various city donations.

• Utility easement for Howell Mill Road Complete Street Project at 2970 Howell Mill Road, NW
• Bond proceeds appropriation of up to $4,000,000.00 for General Obligation Bonds
• Transfer of $135,627.37 to Department of City Planning for Nova Staffing Services
• Correction of utility easement at 2041 Delano Drive (Bessie Branham Park) for $23,000.00
• Donation of up to $200,000.00 to the Piedmont Park Conservancy, Inc.

The Finance/Executive Committee approved various ordinances related to bond proceeds, utility easements, and city planning. Several resolutions regarding water service charges and property assessments were held in committee.

• Sounded and forwarded utility easement for Howell Mill Road project (26-O-1314)
• Sounded and forwarded $4M bond proceeds ordinance (26-O-1315)
• Sounded and forwarded $4M general obligation bond ordinance (26-O-1317)
• Sounded and forwarded $135,627.37 budget transfer for Nova Staffing Services (26-O-1318)
• Approved favorable utility easement correction for Bessie Branham Park (26-O-1281)
• Held PACE assessment ratification in committee (26-O-1284)
• Approved favorable $5,000 donation to Peachtrees on Peachtree initiative (26-O-1311)
• Adopted substitute ordinance for Enterprise Zone Infrastructure Fees (26-O-1312)

Transportation Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The committee is reviewing several items including budget transfers for Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and a proposal to abandon a portion of Gilmer Street, SE. Other business includes grant acceptances for road maintenance and safe routes to school.

• Abandonment of 0.7118 acres of Gilmer Street, SE to Georgia State University
• Airport renewal and extension fund budget of $178,357,691.00
• Security access control maintenance contract up to $1,654,658.55
• GDOT local maintenance improvement award of $6,410,680.94
• National Center for Safe Routes to School grant up to $10,000.00

The committee approved several ordinances related to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, including budget transfers and a host sponsorship. It also approved the abandonment of a portion of Gilmer Street, SE, to be conveyed to Georgia State University.

• Approved street abandonment and conveyance of 0.7118 acres on Gilmer Street, SE (Unanimous)
• Forwarded airport renewal and extension fund budget transfers to Full Council (Unanimous)
• Forwarded security access control system maintenance contract to Full Council (Unanimous)
• Approved $6,410,680.94 in GDOT local maintenance improvement award funds (Unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 grant from National Center for Safe Routes to School (Unanimous)
• Approved $175,000 airport host sponsorship for WALA annual conference (Unanimous)
• Approved $69,765,953.35 in airport fund budget transfers (Unanimous)
• Approved $14,435,742.00 aviation encumbrance program reimbursement (Unanimous)

Atlanta City Council - Special Called Meeting

The Atlanta City Council is considering an ordinance to supplement a previous bond ordinance. This legislation sets terms for the issuance of Series 2026 Water and Wastewater Subordinate Lien Revenue and Revenue Refunding Bonds, also known as Sustainability Bonds.

• Ordinance 26-O-1259 regarding Series 2026 Sustainability Bonds
• Bond issuance parameters: aggregate principal not to exceed $1,250,000,000
• Interest rate cap of 6.00%
• Annual principal and interest payment cap of $180,000,000

The Atlanta City Council adopted a substitute ordinance regarding the Series 2026 Water and Wastewater Subordinate Lien Revenue and Revenue Refunding Bonds. The action includes ratifying prior actions related to the issuance and sale of these sustainability bonds.

• Adopted agenda (8-0)
• Accepted and filed communication from Council President Overstreet (8-0)
• Approved motion to substitute ordinance 26-O-1259 (8-0)
• Adopted ordinance 26-O-1259 on substitute (8-0)
• Sent ordinance to Mayor post haste (8-0)

Community Development/Human Services Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Atlanta City Council will consider Ordinance 26-O-1259 to finalize pricing and terms for the Series 2026 Sustainability Bonds after market pricing. These bonds are authorized to refinance existing water and wastewater debt and fund infrastructure projects, with a maximum principal amount of $1.25 billion. The council will also approve a bond purchase agreement with Loop Capital Markets LLC and ratify prior administrative actions related to the issuance.

• Ordinance 26-O-1259 finalizing terms for Series 2026 Water and Wastewater Sustainability Bonds
• Authorization to issue up to $1,250,000,000 in bonds at a maximum 6.00% interest rate
• Approval of a bond purchase agreement with Loop Capital Markets LLC as underwriter
• Ratification of prior city officer actions regarding the issuance and sale of the Series 2026 Bonds
• Final maturity date set for November 1, 2056, with annual debt service capped at $180,000,000

The City Council adopted a substitute ordinance regarding the Series 2026 Water and Wastewater Subordinate Lien Revenue and Revenue Refunding Bonds. This action updates terms for the sustainability bonds, including principal amounts and interest rates.

• Adopted agenda (8-0)
• Accepted and filed special called meeting communication (8-0)
• Adopted motion to substitute ordinance 26-O-1259 (8-0)
• Adopted ordinance 26-O-1259 on substitute (8-0)
• Sent ordinance to Mayor post haste (8-0)

City Utilities Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The City Utilities Committee will review several budget transfers for water and wastewater projects, including sanitary sewer repairs and asphalt resurfacing. The agenda also includes appointments to various boards and discussions regarding city property sales and fleet maintenance.

• Transfer of $20,000,000.00 to the Sanitary Sewer Repairs Project
• Transfer of $8,521,452.00 to the Asphaltic Concrete Pavement Milling & Resurfacing Project
• Transfer of $7,500,000.00 to the Small Meter Installation Project
• Proposed sale of city property at 3711 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, SW for $114,000.00
• Amendment to add $24,040,000.00 for the Peachtree Creek Eastside 2B Project

The City Utilities Committee approved multiple ordinances to shift $50,221,452.00 in watershed reserve funds toward sanitary sewer repairs, pavement milling, plant maintenance, and meter installation. The committee also recommended contract amendments totaling over $163 million for ongoing sewer repair work with two joint ventures and a $24,040,000.00 change order for the Peachtree Creek project. These measures fund routine infrastructure maintenance that supports local water systems and road conditions. All funding measures were approved by the committee and forwarded to the full City Council for final action.

• Approved $8,521,452.00 budget amendment for asphaltic concrete pavement milling and resurfacing (unanimous)
• Approved $20,000,000.00 budget transfer for sanitary sewer repairs project (unanimous)
• Recommended contract amendment adding up to $15,000,000.00 for sewer repairs with Rockdale Pipeline/Integral JV (unanimous)
• Approved $7,500,000.00 budget amendment for small meter installation project (unanimous)
• Recommended contract amendment adding up to $15,000,000.00 for sewer repairs with Ruby-Collins/S.E. Consortium JV LLC (unanimous)
• Approved substitute ordinance authorizing $24,040,000.00 change order for Peachtree Creek projects (4-0)
• Approved appointment of Tomas Guardia to Solid Waste Appeals Board for four years (unanimous)
• Held appointment of Sadie Dennard to Community Access Media Board in committee (unanimous)

Zoning Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Zoning Committee will consider several ordinances regarding property rezonings, special use permits for private clubs and outdoor dining, and landmark district amendments. The agenda includes items for both first and second readings.

• Public hearing for a single-family dwelling at 2380 Bernard Road, NW
• Rezoning of 1155 Hank Aaron Drive, SW to Industrial Mixed Use/Beltline Overlay
• Special use permit for a private club at 196 Montgomery Ferry Drive, NE
• Special use permit for outdoor dining at 4475 Roswell Road, NE
• Amendment of sidewalk repaving requirements in the Cabbagetown Landmark District

The committee approved a certificate for a single-family dwelling on Bernard Road and multiple ordinance amendments. Several other zoning and special use permit items were sounded and forwarded to the full Council.

• Approved certificate for single-family dwelling at 2380 Bernard Road, NW (unanimous)
• Sounded and forwarded six ordinances to Full Council (unanimous)
• Filed ordinance for outdoor sales area at 1515 Howell Mill Road, NW by committee (unanimous)
• Approved amendment for sidewalk repaving in Cabbagetown Landmark District (unanimous)
• Approved amendment for prohibited uses in Martin Luther King, Jr. Landmark District (unanimous)
• Approved amended rezoning for 78 and 88 Howard Street, NE (unanimous)

Public Safety & Legal Administration Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Public Safety & Legal Administration Committee will review several legal claims, including those involving property damage and bodily injury. The agenda also includes a proposed lease for the Atlanta Police Department Zone Six Main Precinct and an updated compensation plan for the Atlanta Fire Rescue Department.

• Lease of office space at 2025 Hosea Williams Drive, SE for APD Zone Six Main Precinct at $102,000.00 annually
• Updated sworn compensation plan for the Atlanta Fire Rescue Department
• Police budget amendment adding $14,993.00 for Project Safe Neighborhoods Grant
• Review of favorable claims totaling $102,507.08
• Crime statistics and quarterly updates from APD, Municipal Court, and Department of Corrections

The committee approved ten favorable claims for property damage and bodily injury. It also unanimously voted to adverse seven additional claims.

• Accepted and filed Fire Inspection performance audit (unanimous)
• Approved $52,771.00 claim for Yasheka Sanders (unanimous)
• Approved $31,500.00 claim for Thomas M. Orlando and Raffaella Carlomusto (unanimous)
• Approved $8,200.00 claim for Ethel Frazier Rental Prop Inc (unanimous)
• Approved $2,143.22 claim for Stephen C. Webster (unanimous)
• Approved $1,881.10 claim for Donna Timmers (unanimous)
• Approved $1,800.00 claim for Sean Matthews (unanimous)
• Approved $1,628.60 claim for Sharon E. Johnson (unanimous)

Atlanta City Council - Regular Meeting

The Atlanta City Council is reviewing several items including transportation grant applications, land acquisitions for greenways and sidewalks, and various municipal appointments. The agenda also includes a $3.6 million grant for the Peachtree Safe Street – Midtown project and a $500,000 sponsorship for an airport business conference.

• Grant of up to $3,600,000.00 for the Peachtree Safe Street – Midtown project
• Property acquisition authorizations for Proctor Creek Greenway - Segment 4 and Moreland Avenue sidewalk installation
• Sponsorship of $500,000.00 for the 42nd Annual AMAC Airport Business Conference
• Small meter installation services contract up to $4,000,000.00 with K.M. Davis Contracting Co. and Titan Unlimited, LLC
• Grant of up to $207,048.00 for tire derived products and research

The City Council adopted multiple ordinances related to transportation and property acquisition. Key actions included renaming Lee Street, SW, and authorizing land acquisitions for the Proctor Creek Greenway and Moreland Avenue sidewalk projects.

• Renamed Lee Street, SW as 'Judge Thelma Cummings Moore Way' (14-0)
• Authorized property acquisition for Proctor Creek Greenway - Segment 4 project (14-0)
• Authorized property acquisition for Moreland Avenue sidewalk installation project (14-0)
• Ratified $3.6M GDOT grant for Peachtree Safe Street – Midtown project (14-0)
• Accepted and filed the Office of the Inspector General 2025 Annual Report (13-0)

Committee on Council - Regular Committee Meeting

The committee is reviewing several board appointments for the Municipal Market Company and Beltline advisory boards. It is also considering a resolution regarding law enforcement presence at recreation center polling places.

• Appointment of David Patton IV to the Municipal Market Company Board of Directors
• Appointment of Tony Mitchell Jr. to the Beltline Affordable Housing Advisory Board
• Appointment of Dr. Kaycee Brock to the Beltline Affordable Housing Advisory Board
• Appointment of Tony Mitchell Jr. to the Beltline Tax Allocation District (TAD) Advisory Committee
• Appointment of David Mardis to the Beltline Tax Allocation District (TAD) Advisory Committee

The Committee on Council approved multiple appointments to the Municipal Market Company Board, the Beltline Affordable Housing Advisory Board, and the Beltline TAD Advisory Committee. The committee also issued a favorable recommendation for a resolution regarding law enforcement presence at recreation center polling places.

• Approved David Patton IV to Municipal Market Company Board (Unanimous)
• Approved Tony Mitchell Jr. to Beltline Affordable Housing Advisory Board (Unanimous)
• Approved Dr. Kaycee Brock to Beltline Affordable Housing Advisory Board (Unanimous)
• Approved Tony Mitchell Jr. to Beltline TAD Advisory Committee (Unanimous)
• Approved David Mardis to Beltline TAD Advisory Committee (Unanimous)
• Favorable recommendation for law enforcement at recreation center polling places (4-0)
• Held in committee: Ordinance regarding councilmember primary sponsor requirements (Unanimous)
• Held in committee: Resolution for investigation into Foris Webb, III (Unanimous)

Finance/Executive Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Finance/Executive Committee is reviewing several financial actions including the proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budget and property tax rates. The agenda also includes discussions on large-scale bond issuances for Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and various city donations.

• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2027 proposed budget
• $1,300,000,000 airport general revenue bonds for Hartsfield-Jackson improvements
• Setting of FY 2027 ad valorem tax rates
• Correction of a utility easement at 2041 Delano Drive to 855 square feet
• $350,000 contract increase for Caduceus USA Medical Services, LLC

The Finance/Executive Committee recommended several ordinances for full council approval, including $1.3 billion in Hartsfield-Jackson airport revenue bonds and a $350,000 contract increase for employee medical testing services. It also forwarded two first-read items concerning a utility easement at Bessie Branham Park and city PACE property assessments. The committee held the FY2027 proposed budget and related tax rate ordinances for further review on May 4.

• Recommended $1.3B Hartsfield-Jackson airport revenue bonds (5-0)
• Approved $350,000 contract extension with Caduceus USA Medical Services for employee drug testing and physicals (unanimous)
• Authorized CFO to enter financial reporting agreements for city retirement funds (unanimous)
• Forwarded utility easement correction at Bessie Branham Park to full council
• Forwarded property PACE assessment authorization to full council
• Held FY2027 proposed budget vote until May 4 (held 6-0)
• Held FY2027 ad valorem tax rate ordinances until May 4 (held 6-0)

Transportation Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The committee will review several ordinances including a street renaming on Lee Street, SW, and various budget amendments for Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. The agenda also includes discussions on property acquisitions for the Proctor Creek Greenway and Moreland Avenue sidewalk projects.

• Rename Lee Street, SW between West End Avenue, SW and West Whitehall Street, SW to 'Judge Thelma Cummings Moore Way'
• Accept $6,410,680.94 in local maintenance improvement funds from the Georgia Department of Transportation
• Authorize a contract with Abiax, LLC for $175,000.00 to host the 2027 Worldwide Airport Law Association conference
• Acquisition of property interests for the Proctor Creek Greenway - Segment 4 project
• Acquisition of property interests for the Moreland Avenue sidewalk installation project

The committee approved a request to rename Lee Street, SW, as 'Judge Thelma Cummings Moore Way'. Members also voted favorably on an ordinance regarding property interests for the Proctor Creek Greenway - Segment 4 project.

• Amended and approved renaming of Lee Street, SW to 'Judge Thelma Cummings Moore Way' (6-0)
• Approved public hearing for street renaming (6-0)
• Favorable vote for property acquisition related to Proctor Creek Greenway - Segment 4 project (6-0)

Community Development/Human Services Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Community Development/Human Services Committee is reviewing several neighborhood master plans and city ordinances. Items include funding for Enota Park construction, summer food services, and workforce development grants.

• Funding of up to $1,877,415.00 for Enota Park construction
• Acceptance of a $790,680.00 grant for the Summer Food Services Program
• Acceptance of a $35,000.00 donation for Department of Labor and Employment Services initiatives
• Adoption of Peachtree Park, Beltline Subarea 8, and Edgewood neighborhood plans
• Appointment of various members to the Housing Commission and Beltline advisory boards

The committee unanimously approved a series of favorable recommendations for various city claims. These included settlements for property damage caused by fallen trees, water main breaks, manhole incidents, and vehicular accidents.

• Approved $63,000.00 claim for fallen tree at 212 15th Street, NE (Unanimous)
• Approved $45,000.00 claim for water main break at 227 Lindbergh Drive (Unanimous)
• Approved $33,402.00 claim for manhole incident at 2784 Lakewood Avenue, SW (Unanimous)
• Approved $26,446.50 claim for vehicular accident at 383 16th Street, NW (Unanimous)
• Approved $11,250.00 claim for bodily injuries at Ivan Allen Jr. Boulevard and Marietta Street (Unanimous)
• Approved $9,109.27 claim for automobile incident at 1250 Constitution Road, SE (Unanimous)
• Approved $8,000.00 claim for vehicular accident at GA-13 South (Unanimous)
• Approved $7,746.24 claim for vehicular accident at Warren Street, SE and Bixby Street, SE (Unanimous)

City Utilities Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Atlanta City Utilities Committee will review several ordinances for first and second readings. The agenda includes transferring $15 million from watershed reserves to fund sanitary sewer repairs, amending existing service contracts with multiple vendors, accepting a donation for an environmental restoration project, and transferring approximately 12 acres of city property at 1270 West Marietta Boulevard to Invest Atlanta.

• Transfer $15M from watershed reserves to the Sanitary Sewer Repairs Project (Ordinances 26-O-1282, 26-O-1283)
• Amend two sanitary sewer repair contracts with Rockdale Pipeline/Integral JV and Ruby-Collins/S.E. Consortium JV for up to $15M each
• Add the Peachtree Creek Eastside 2B Project to an existing agreement with Ruby-Collins/Benchmark JV for up to $24.04M
• Accept a $1,289,845.07 donation from the Conservation Fund for the Greensferry Stream and Floodplain Restoration project
• Transfer approximately 12 acres at 1270 West Marietta Boulevard to Invest Atlanta for marketing or land exchange

The City Utilities Committee forwarded several ordinances for first reading regarding budget amendments and contract updates. The committee also issued favorable recommendations for two ordinances related to the Greensferry Stream and Floodplain Restoration project.

• Forwarded 26-O-1282 to Full Council for referral
• Forwarded 26-O-1283 to Full Council for referral
• Forwarded 26-O-1301 to Full Council for referral
• Forwarded 26-O-1302 to Full Council for referral
• Forwarded 26-O-1303 to Full Council for referral
• Forwarded 26-O-1304 to Full Council for referral
• Forwarded 26-O-1305 to Full Council for referral
• Forwarded 26-O-1306 to Full Council for referral

Zoning Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Zoning Committee approved multiple ordinances for first reading and passed a substitute for a sign ordinance. Several other zoning items were held in committee or referred to the full council.

• Forwarded 26-O-1297, 26-O-1298, 26-O-1299, and 26-O-1300 to Full Council
• Approved substitute for sign ordinance at 3393 Peachtree Rd, NE (unanimous)
• Approved amended rezoning for 1422 Athens Avenue, SW (unanimous)
• Held in committee rezoning for Bellview Avenue properties (unanimous)
• Referred expansion of nonconforming use at 4300 Powers Ferry Road, NW to committee (unanimous)
• Referred digital billboard construction at 501 Cleveland Circle, SW to committee (unanimous)
• Approved amended resolution for Zoning 2.0 legislation (unanimous)
• Held in committee rezoning for Sylvan Road and Cox Avenue properties

Public Safety & Legal Administration Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Public Safety & Legal Administration Committee will review various presentations including crime statistics and code enforcement updates. The committee is also reviewing several dozen legal claims for property damage and bodily injury.

• Atlanta Police Department Crime Statistics presentation
• Diversion and Services Center update
• Atlanta Police Department Code Enforcement Quarterly Update
• Department of Law Quarterly Report
• Favorable claim for fallen tree at 212 15th Street, NE ($63,000.00)

The Public Safety & Legal Administration Committee approved the agenda, meeting minutes, and a series of favorable legal claims. The committee also received presentations regarding crime statistics, code enforcement, and the Department of Law.

• Adopted the meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved the previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $63,000.00 claim for fallen tree damage at 212 15th Street, NE (unanimous)
• Approved $45,000.00 claim for water main damage at 227 Lindbergh Drive (unanimous)
• Approved $33,402.00 claim for manhole incident at 2784 Lakewood Avenue, SW (unanimous)
• Approved $26,446.50 claim for vehicular accident at 383 16th Street, NW (unanimous)
• Approved $11,250.00 claim for bodily injuries at Ivan Allen Jr. Boulevard and Marietta Street (unanimous)
• Approved $9,109.27 claim for automobile incident at 1250 Constitution Road, SE (unanimous)

Atlanta City Council - Regular Meeting

The Atlanta City Council is reviewing several municipal appointments for the Housing Commission and Beltline advisory boards. The agenda also includes multiple ordinances regarding zoning redesignations, street renaming, and city contract renewals.

• Redesignation of 0 Peepes Street, SW from low-density to medium-density residential
• Redesignation of portion of 2275 Joseph E. Boone Blvd, NW to low density mixed use
• Lease extension with Cabbagetown Initiative Community Development Corporation
• Renaming the Midwest Cascade neighborhood to West Cascade neighborhood
• Insurance brokerage services contract with Southeast Series of Lockton Companies, LLC up to $907,125.00

The Atlanta City Council adopted several ordinances via consent vote, including rezoning for properties on Peeples Street and Joseph E. Boone Blvd. The council also authorized a one-year lease extension with Cabbagetown Initiative Community Development Corporation.

• Redesignated 0 Peeples Street from low-density to medium-density residential (11-0)
• Redesignated portion of 2275 Joseph E. Boone Blvd from open space to low density mixed use (11-0)
• Authorized one-year lease extension with Cabbagetown Initiative Community Development Corporation (11-0)

Committee on Council - Regular Committee Meeting

The Committee on Council is reviewing several charter amendments regarding mandatory training for officials and appointment procedures for city boards. The committee is also considering a resolution to appoint members to the Budget Commission and reviewing an item regarding an independent investigation.

• Ordinance 26-O-1153: Amending the City Charter regarding board vacancy nomination processes
• Ordinance 26-O-1176: Clarifying mandatory training requirements for newly elected officials
• Resolution 26-R-3426: Appointing two members to the Budget Commission for FY 2027
• Ordinance 26-O-1183: Requiring a primary sponsor of record on proposed legislation
• Resolution 26-R-3297: Requesting an investigation into engagement and payments relating to Foris Webb, III

The Committee on Council approved two ordinances to amend the City of Atlanta Charter. Several other items, including a resolution for Budget Commission appointments and an investigation request, were held in committee.

• Approved charter amendment regarding BACE's committee nomination process (unanimous)
• Approved charter amendment clarifying mandatory training for newly elected officials (unanimous)
• Held in committee resolution to appoint two Budget Commission members (unanimous)
• Held in committee ordinance requiring a primary sponsor of record on legislation
• Held in committee resolution requesting an investigation into Foris Webb, III

Finance/Executive Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Finance/Executive Committee will consider the Fiscal Year 2027 proposed budget, set property tax rates for 2027, and authorize various contracts and bond issuances. The committee also holds public hearings on ordinances updating interest rate provisions for hotel, rental vehicle, and alcohol excise taxes.

• Adoption of FY27 proposed budget
• Setting 2027 ad valorem tax rates for city and special service districts
• Authorization to issue up to $4M in general obligation bonds for FY26 and FY27
• Extension of contract with Caduceus USA Medical Services by $350,000
• Public hearings on ordinances updating interest rate provisions for excise taxes

The Finance/Executive Committee approved substitute ordinances updating interest‑rate provisions for the hotel/motel occupancy tax, rental motor‑vehicle excise tax, and alcoholic‑beverages excise tax. It also approved a second‑reading ordinance to correct funding information in a prior ordinance. A procurement contract extension was sounded and forwarded to the full council, and a performance‑audit communication was held in committee.

• Approved substitute ordinance 26-O-1135 to update hotel/motel occupancy tax interest rates (4‑0)
• Approved substitute ordinance 26-O-1136 to update rental motor‑vehicle excise tax interest rates (4‑0)
• Approved substitute ordinance 26-O-1137 to update alcoholic‑beverages excise tax interest rates (unanimous)
• Approved second‑reading ordinance 26-O-1189 to amend funding information (5‑0)
• Sounded and forwarded ordinance 26-O-1234 to extend a procurement contract and increase amount by $350,000 (no vote tally recorded)
• Held communication 26-C-5023 on FY25 budget review audit in committee (unanimous)

Transportation Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Atlanta Transportation Committee will discuss a public hearing to rename Fulton Street SW and related streets. It will consider several ordinances, including one to waive grant rules and accept a $3,600,000 GDOT grant for the Peachtree Safe Street – Midtown project. Additional items include authorizations for property acquisitions, the 2026 Atlanta Streets Alive program, and multiple airport and roadway contracts.

• Public hearing item 26-O-1121 to rename Fulton St SW, Whitehall Terrace SW, and J. Lowell Ware Boulevard.
• Ordinance 26-O-1241 waiving grant rules to accept a $3,600,000 GDOT grant for the Peachtree Safe Street – Midtown project.
• Ordinance 26-O-1242 authorizing agreements and donations for the 2026 Atlanta Streets Alive program.
• Resolution 26-R-3359 authorizing a right‑of‑way mowing and maintenance agreement at Northside Drive & 17th Street.
• Resolution 26-R-3376 authorizing a contract up to $8,182,445.55.00 for South Complex SIDA Fence Enhancements at Hartsfield‑Jackson Airport.

The committee unanimously adopted the agenda and approved the meeting minutes. It approved, after amendment, the ordinance to rename Fulton Street SW to Capitol Avenue SW and J. Lowell Ware Boulevard. The committee also accepted a performance‑audit communication and sounded several ordinances—property acquisition for the Proctor Creek Greenway, a Moreland Avenue sidewalk project, and a $3.6 million grant for the Peachtree Safe Street project—for referral to the full council. Additionally, it approved a right‑of‑way mowing and maintenance agreement.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes (unanimous)
• Approved street‑renaming ordinance (unanimous after amendment)
• Accepted and filed audit communication (unanimous)
• Sounded Ordinance 26-O-1239 (property acquisition for Proctor Creek Greenway) for council referral
• Sounded Ordinance 26-O-1240 (Moreland Avenue sidewalk acquisition) for council referral
• Sounded Ordinance 26-O-1241 (grant for Peachtree Safe Street, $3,600,000) for council referral
• Approved Resolution 26-R-3359 (right‑of‑way mowing agreement) favorable on substitute (6‑0)

City Utilities Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The committee is considering several ordinances to fund and extend utility service contracts, including wastewater disposal and permeable paver maintenance. Members will also discuss riparian buffer protection rules and a mural project at the North Avenue Tunnel.

• Acceptance of $1,289,845.07 donation from The Conservation Fund for Greensferry Stream and Floodplain Restoration
• Contract amendment for wastewater hauling with Georgia Waste Systems, LLC adding $1.95 million for FY2026 and $14 million for FY2027
• Funding of $2.5 million and term extension for permeable paver maintenance with Mariani Enterprises, LLC
• Proposed modification to riparian buffer protection exemptions in the City of Atlanta Code of Ordinances
• Agreement with Georgia DOT for water and sewer infrastructure adjustments at SR 14 from Norman Berry Drive to CSX #718047H not to exceed $1,186,296.00

The committee adopted its agenda and approved the previous meeting minutes unanimously. It sounded and forwarded several first‑reading ordinances, including a $1.289 M donation acceptance, to the full council. It approved a substitute for a solid‑waste contract amendment (4‑0) and unanimously passed two procurement waivers and a change order. It also unanimously adopted a resolution extending the city’s solar energy program term by 20 years retroactively.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes (unanimous)
• Sounded and forwarded Ordinance 26-O-1244 (donation acceptance) to full council
• Sounded and forwarded Ordinance 26-O-1245 (procurement waiver) to full council
• Favorable substitute vote 4‑0 on Ordinance 26-O-1215 (solid waste contract amendment)
• Unanimous approval of Ordinance 26-O-1216 (riparian buffer exemption amendment)
• Unanimous approval of Ordinance 26-O-1217 (Cleveland Electric change order)
• Unanimous resolution 26-R-3357 extending solar program term 20 years retroactively

Community Development/Human Services Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Community Development/Human Services Committee will review the 2025 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) and consider ordinances to adopt neighborhood plans, amend the Comprehensive Development Plan, and authorize funding for housing, workforce, and park projects.

• Authorize $7.75M HUD Lead Hazard Reduction grant
• Authorize $1.877M for Enota Park construction
• Adopt Peachtree Park Neighborhood Plan
• Adopt Atlanta Beltline Subarea 8 Master Plan
• Adopt Comprehensive Neighborhood Plan for Edgewood

The Community Development/Human Services Committee adopted its agenda and approved the prior minutes unanimously. It accepted and filed the 2025 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report and the Blight Tax performance audit. The committee also approved eight ordinances, including a lease extension for the Cabagetown Initiative and amendments to housing and grant funding measures.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted and filed 2025 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (unanimous)
• Accepted and filed performance audit of the Blight Tax (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 26-O-1193 to waive procurement rules and extend Cabagetown Initiative lease (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 26-O-1194 to amend HOME and HOPWA program funding details (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 26-O-1195 to add missing funding to ordinance 22-O-1710 (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 26-O-1221 (as amended) to waive subdivision ordinance for 1029 Rosedale Rd (unanimous)

Zoning Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Atlanta Zoning Committee will hold a second reading on a series of ordinances. These include rezoning several residential parcels to Planned Development Housing or commercial districts, and granting special‑use permits for a day‑care center and a large alcohol‑service establishment. Each ordinance will be considered for approval, conditional approval, or rejection based on staff, NPU, and ZRB recommendations.

• 26-O-1041: Rezone R‑4A to PD‑H for 1469‑1483 Hosea L. Williams Drive (0.44 acres).
• 26-O-1049: Rezone R‑4A to C‑2 for 2275 Joseph E. Boone Boulevard (1.31 acres).
• 26-O-1055: Special use permit for a day‑care center at 532 Cleveland Avenue (18.98 acres).
• 26-O-1106: Rezone R‑4A to R‑4B for 1140 Oglethorpe Avenue (0.412 acres).
• 26-O-1107: Rezone R‑4A to PD‑H for 208‑212 Anderson Avenue (0.14 acres).

The committee adopted its agenda, approved the meeting minutes, and adopted its 2026 goals. It then approved seven rezoning and special‑use ordinances, all by unanimous vote. Two additional rezoning applications were referred back to the committee for further consideration.

• Approved rezoning of 1469‑1483 Hosea L. Williams Drive to PD‑H (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 2275 Joseph E. Boone Boulevard to C‑2 (unanimous)
• Approved special‑use permit for day‑care center at 532 Cleveland Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 1140 Oglethorpe Avenue to R‑4B (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 208‑212 Anderson Avenue to PD‑H (unanimous)
• Approved special‑use permit for alcohol‑sales establishment at 690 11th Street (unanimous)
• Referred rezoning of 2404 Main Street to R‑4B/NWAHO (unanimous)
• Referred rezoning of Logan Circle/Chattahoochee Avenue properties to MRC‑3/UPWO (unanimous)

Public Safety & Legal Administration Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Public Safety & Legal Administration Committee will consider several ordinances, including a $7,662,249 amendment to the 2026 Intergovernmental Grant Fund for a Counter‑Unmanned Aircraft Systems grant for the Atlanta Police Department. Other items include a $97,075 waiver to renew an online training contract for the Fire Rescue Department, a $52,463.84 addition for the Highway Enforcement of Aggressive Traffic (HEAT 2026) grant, and approvals of vehicle donations valued at $83,110 and $63,223.25 for the police department. The committee will also review crime and fire statistics updates and a claims summary with $29,446.50 in favorable claims.

• Approve $7,662,249 C‑UAS grant amendment for Atlanta Police Department (Intergovernmental Grant Fund 2026)
• Add $52,463.84 to HEAT 2026 highway‑enforcement grant for the police department
• Waive procurement rules to renew SP‑S‑1200607‑AFRD online training contract ($97,075) for Atlanta Fire Rescue Department
• Approve donation of two 2024 Ford E‑450 cutaway vehicles valued at $83,110 for police training transport
• Approve donation of one 2025 Ford T350 valued at $63,223.25 for police AT‑Promise Center transport

The Public Safety & Legal Administration Committee adopted its agenda and approved the meeting minutes by unanimous vote. It considered eighteen city claims and voted unanimously to recommend favorable settlements for two claims and adverse decisions for the remaining sixteen. No other actions were taken.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes (unanimous)
• Favorable recommendation for claim 26-R-3392 ($26,446.50 property damage) (unanimous)
• Favorable recommendation for claim 26-R-3393 ($3,000.00 property damage) (unanimous)
• Adverse recommendation for claim 26-R-3394 (unanimous)
• Adverse recommendation for claim 26-R-3395 (unanimous)
• Adverse recommendation for claim 26-R-3396 (unanimous)
• Adverse recommendation for claim 26-R-3397 (unanimous)

Committee on Council - Regular Committee Meeting

The Committee on Council will discuss several city charter amendments and board appointments. The body is also reviewing a resolution to hire outside counsel for an investigation into the city's engagement and payments regarding Foris Webb III.

• Resolution 26-R-3297: Request for independent investigation into Foris Webb III contracts and payments
• Resolution 26-R-3351: Re-employment of Patricia Marshall as Office Manager/Receptionist with annual pay not to exceed $25,000.00
• Ordinance 26-O-1153: Charter amendment regarding nomination processes for vacancies over 60 days
• Ordinance 26-O-1176: Charter amendment clarifying mandatory training for newly elected officials
• Appointments to the Board of Zoning Adjustment, Housing Commission, and Atlanta Commission on Women

The Committee on Council adopted its agenda and minutes unanimously. It approved several communications appointing members to commissions. Two charter amendment ordinances were adopted unanimously, and a resolution requesting an independent investigation was held in committee. Additional resolutions on staff employment and a dual‑referred ordinance were also addressed.

• Adopted agenda – unanimous
• Approved minutes – unanimous
• Approved communication appointing Ms. Coreen Dent to Joyce Smith Legacy Commission – favorable unanimous
• Adopted ordinance 26-O-1153 amending charter to create BACE nomination process – favorable unanimous
• Adopted ordinance 26-O-1176 amending charter to limit mandatory training to newly elected officials – favorable unanimous
• Held resolution 26-R-3297 requesting independent investigation into the city’s Foris Webb contract – held in committee unanimous
• Approved resolution 26-R-3351 re‑employing Patricia Marshall as municipal clerk office manager (up to $25,000) – favorable as amended unanimous
• Held dual‑referred ordinance 26-O-1183 requiring a councilmember primary sponsor on legislation – held in committee unanimous

Atlanta City Council - Regular Meeting

The Atlanta City Council will consider several ordinances regarding water utility funding, land use redesignations, and transportation projects. The meeting includes a vote on a parking fee study for on-street metered parking and the review of performance audits for the blight tax and aviation rental car center.

• Adoption of a parking fee study and associated fees for on-street metered parking (26-O-1079)
• Amendment to the FY 2026 Water & Wastewater Renewal and Extension Fund for $1,166,700.00 for the R.M. Clayton Levee Improvements Project (26-O-1010)
• Contract extension for Rental Car Center operations and maintenance with Meridian Urban Joint Venture, LLC not to exceed $5,235,893.70 (26-O-1162)
• Transfer of $8,463,657.11 in costs from commercial paper notes to the Water & Wastewater Renewal & Extension Fund (26-O-1158)
• Land use redesignation of 67 Griffin Street, NW from Medium Lot Single Family to Low Density Residential (26-O-1017)

The council adopted a consent agenda and approved several ordinances by unanimous 12‑0 votes. Key actions included a $1,166,700 amendment to the FY2026 water and wastewater renewal fund to fund the R.M. Clayton Levee Improvements Phase II. Additional approvals transferred $8.46 million between water‑fund accounts, waived procurement rules for a water‑quality facility change order, and changed land‑use designations for properties on Griffin Street and several parcels on Sargent Avenue and nearby streets. The council also referred three audit communications to the appropriate committees and accepted a report of administrative corrections.

• Adopted agenda (10‑0) by unanimous consent
• Approved $1,166,700 water fund amendment for R.M. Clayton Levee Improvements Phase II (12‑0)
• Waived procurement provisions for East Area Water Quality Control Facility change order (12‑0)
• Transferred $8,463,657.11 between water fund accounts (12‑0)
• Authorized $1,166,700 change order for R.M. Clayton Levee Improvements Phase II (12‑0)
• Redesignated 67 Griffin St. from MLSF to LDR in the 2025 Comprehensive Development Plan (12‑0)
• Designated multiple parcels on Sargent Ave, Smith St., and other streets as MLSF in the 2025 Comprehensive Development Plan (12‑0)
• Corrected funding information for ordinance 25‑O‑1593 (12‑0)

Finance/Executive Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Finance/Executive Committee will review several ordinances and resolutions, including a bond authorization for up to $1.25 billion to fund water and wastewater revenue refunding. It will also consider contracts for insurance brokerage services, driver risk management, an industrial lease, and a central air‑conditioning procurement. The meeting includes routine agenda items such as adoption of the agenda, approval of minutes, and a brief public comment period.

• Ordinance 26-O-1184: Authorize up to $1,250,000,000 for water and wastewater subordinate lien refunding bonds
• Ordinance 26-O-1190: Approve insurance brokerage contract up to $907,125.00 with Lockton Companies
• Ordinance 26-O-1192: Approve driver risk management system contract up to $3,498,557.00 with LYTX, Inc.
• Ordinance 26-O-1160: Approve industrial lease for 33,056 gross rentable sq ft at 2284 Marietta Boulevard at $32,367.33 per month
• Resolution 26-R-3307: Approve central PC air replacement Phase 1 procurement up to $81,000,000 with Delta Air Lines, Inc.

The Finance/Executive Committee adopted its agenda and approved the meeting minutes unanimously. It gave a favorable recommendation (6‑0) for an industrial lease ordinance, approved a software services procurement ordinance (6‑0), and approved a charter amendment requiring a primary sponsor on legislation (6‑0). The bond issuance ordinance was forwarded to the full council with no recommendation, also unanimously.

• Ordinance 26-O-1160 (industrial lease) received favorable recommendation (6‑0)
• Ordinance 26-O-1177 (software services procurement) approved after amendment (6‑0)
• Ordinance 26-O-1183 (charter amendment for primary sponsor) approved (6‑0)
• Ordinance 26-O-1184 (water & wastewater bond program) forwarded with no recommendation (unanimous)
• Agenda adoption approved unanimously
• Minutes approval approved unanimously

Transportation Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Transportation Committee will hold a public hearing on a parking fee study ordinance for on‑street metered parking. It will adopt several ordinances that waive procurement rules to authorize contracts, convey city land for a rapid‑transit project, and accept grant funding for major street improvements. The meeting also includes large funding actions, including a $70.6 million transfer to the airport revenue fund and a $34 million construction‑management fund for Hartsfield‑Jackson.

• Ordinance 26-O-1079: Public hearing to adopt a parking fee study and fees for on‑street metered parking.
• Ordinance 26-O-1162: Waives procurement rules to extend the rental‑car‑center services contract up to $5,235,893.70.
• Ordinance 26-O-1163: Conveys ~664 sq ft of city land and eases ~623 sq ft at 2520 Browns Mill Rd for the Cleveland Avenue/Metropolitan Parkway rapid‑transit project.
• Ordinance 26-O-1167: Accepts a $3,600,000 surface‑transportation block‑grant for the Peachtree Street improvement project.
• Ordinance 26-O-1181: Amends airport revenue and renewal fund budgets, transferring $70,596,800 to fund various Hartsfield‑Jackson airport projects.

The committee adopted its agenda and approved the meeting minutes unanimously. It approved a parking‑fee study ordinance and opened then closed a public hearing on the same item, both unanimously. Several ordinances were adopted, including a $5,235,893.70 extension of the rental‑car center contract, a land conveyance for the Cleveland Avenue/Metropolitan Parkway rapid‑transit project, a $450,000 plumbing‑services amendment (6‑1 vote), and a one‑year extension of dockless‑mobility device permits, all unanimously.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes (unanimous)
• Approved parking‑fee study ordinance 26-O-1079 (unanimous)
• Approved $5,235,893.70 rental‑car center contract extension (unanimous)
• Approved land conveyance for 2520 Browns Mill Rd for rapid‑transit project (unanimous)
• Approved $450,000 plumbing‑services amendment (6‑1)
• Approved extension of dockless mobility device permits for five months (unanimous)
• Approved property acquisition for Chattahoochee Avenue sidewalk project (unanimous)

Community Development/Human Services Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Community Development/Human Services Committee will review ordinances to extend a lease for the Cabbagetown Initiative CDC, amend funding for HOME and HOPWA programs, and authorize ground leases for the Andrew J. Young Foundation and the 350 Chappell Rd affordable housing project.

• Extend lease for Cabbagetown Initiative CDC for one year
• Authorize ground lease for Andrew J. Young Foundation in Vine City for $1/year
• Authorize acquisition of property for 350 Chappell Rd affordable housing
• Amend funding for HOME and HOPWA programs
• Establish partnership for District 12 housing data

The Community Development/Human Services Committee unanimously adopted its agenda and approved the meeting minutes. It also confirmed several housing‑related actions, including a five‑year ground lease at $1 per year with the Andrew J. Young Foundation, authorizations for affordable‑housing acquisitions, and resolutions establishing data and youth‑development partnerships.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Dennis Richards Jr. to Housing Commission (unanimous)
• Approved amendment of ordinance 26-O-1161 (unanimous)
• Filed ground lease ordinance 26-O-1175 with Andrew J. Young Foundation (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance 26-O-1178 for affordable‑housing acquisition at 350 Chap Pell Rd (unanimous)
• Approved amended ground lease ordinance 26-O-1179 (unanimous)
• Approved resolution 26-R-3301 establishing school‑housing data partnership (unanimous)

City Utilities Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The City Utilities Committee will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including a waiver to extend the municipal solid waste contract and add up to $1,744,792.21 in funding. Other items address riparian buffer exemptions, fund transfers for water and wastewater, and contract renewals for revenue recovery and apprenticeship programs. All actions require approval by the committee before implementation.

• Ordinance 26-O-1215: Waive procurement rules to extend the solid waste contract with Republic Services of Georgia and Genesis Testing Services (3G&L) for up to three months starting April 13 2026, adding funding up to $1,744,792.21 and a rate of $52.57 per ton.
• Ordinance 26-O-1216: Amend Chapter 74 to modify riparian buffer exemptions and remove the owner‑occupied single‑family residence limitation for certain restoration activities on city‑owned lands.
• Ordinance 26-O-1158: Transfer $8,463,657.11 from 2018/2021 water & wastewater commercial paper funds to the Water & Wastewater Renewal & Extension Fund (5052).
• Resolution 26-R-3305: Authorize a one‑year renewal (March 13 2026‑March 12 2027) of the revenue recovery services contract with Utility Revenue Management Company, Inc.
• Resolution 26-R-3346: Approve a $70,000 apprenticeship partnership with Wellspring Living, Inc. for the Department of Watershed Management, lasting three years with renewal options.

The City Utilities Committee adopted its agenda and minutes unanimously and then acted on several ordinances and resolutions. The most significant action was approving a $21,000,000 funding addition for the Watershed Management program (vote 6‑0). The committee also approved funding for a levee improvement project, transferred $8,463,657.11 in water‑wastewater commercial paper funds, extended a water‑quality facility project, and adopted multiple contract renewals and partnership agreements, all by unanimous vote.

• Approved $21,000,000 funding addition for Watershed Management program (26-O-1186) – 6-0
• Approved $1,166,700 funding for RM Clayton Levee Improvements (26-O-1159) – unanimous
• Approved $8,463,657.11 transfer of water & wastewater commercial paper funds (26-O-1158) – unanimous
• Approved 119‑day extension of East Area Water Quality Control Facility project (26-O-1157) – unanimous
• Approved $70,000 apprenticeship MOU with Wellspring Living (26-R-3346) – unanimous
• Approved $96,000 partnership MOU with Atlanta Public Schools (26-R-3347) – unanimous
• Approved one‑year renewal of Revenue Recovery Services contract (26-R-3305) – unanimous
• Approved one‑year renewal of Surplus Inventory Bid contract (26-R-3345) – unanimous

Public Safety & Legal Administration Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Public Safety & Legal Administration Committee will review crime statistics and updates, then vote on a series of claims and first‑reading ordinances. Items include waiving procurement rules for a wrecker services contract, accepting vehicle donations for the police department, and allocating grant funding for traffic enforcement and a counter‑UAS system. The committee will also consider a renewal contract for mounted‑unit farrier services.

• Ordinance 26-O-1208: Waive procurement code to extend wrecker services contract (no cost to city)
• Ordinance 26-O-1209: Accept donation of two 2024 Ford E‑450 cutaways valued at $83,110.00 for police training transport
• Ordinance 26-O-1211: Add $7,662,249.00 to budget for 2026 Counter‑UAS grant from FEMA/DHS
• Ordinance 26-O-1212: Add $52,463.84 to budget for 2026 Highway Enforcement of Aggressive Traffic (HEAT) grant
• Ordinance 26-O-1213: Renew farrier services contract for mounted unit up to $101,768.18

The Public Safety & Legal Administration Committee adopted its agenda and approved the meeting minutes unanimously. It approved sixteen city liability claims with favorable recommendations, each receiving a unanimous vote. It also voted unanimously to adverse (deny) three separate claims.

• Approved claim 26-R-3313 ($15,000.00) – favorable [UNANIMOUS]
• Approved claim 26-R-3314 ($13,285.85) – favorable [UNANIMOUS]
• Approved claim 26-R-3315 ($7,587.59) – favorable [UNANIMOUS]
• Approved claim 26-R-3316 ($6,146.71) – favorable [UNANIMOUS]
• Approved claim 26-R-3328 ($725.00) – favorable [UNANIMOUS]
• Denied claim 26-R-3329 – adverse [UNANIMOUS]
• Denied claim 26-R-3154 – adverse [UNANIMOUS]
• Denied claim 26-R-3330 – adverse [UNANIMOUS]