Atlanta public meetings in 2021

Atlanta City Council - Special Called Meeting

The Atlanta City Council is holding a special called meeting to consider several items, including ordinances to adjust solid waste service fees and charges, adopt new tree protection ordinances, create a mid-sized minority and female business enterprise initiative, authorize a $23.6 million agreement with Invest Atlanta for affordable housing and economic development, and accept the terms of national opioid settlements. The council will also vote on resolutions for a zoo parking and gateway amenities agreement and to establish a commission to honor the late Noel Khalil.

• Ordinances 21-O-0873 and 21-O-0876 to adjust solid waste fees and charges, including new sanitary assessments based on property value
• Ordinances 21-O-0063 and 21-O-0265 to adopt new tree protection ordinances
• Ordinance 21-O-0749 to create a mid-sized minority and female business enterprise initiative
• Resolution 21-R-4326 authorizing a $23,622,500 agreement with Invest Atlanta for affordable housing, economic development, and workforce programs
• Emergency resolution 21-R-4327 to accept opioid settlement terms with McKesson, Cardinal Health, AmerisourceBergen, and Janssen

The Atlanta City Council held a special called meeting and adopted several resolutions. The most significant was authorizing a five-year intergovernmental agreement with the Atlanta Development Authority (Invest Atlanta) for up to $23,622,500 to fund affordable housing, economic development, and workforce development programs under the One Atlanta Initiative. The council also adopted resolutions to establish a commission to honor the late Noel Khalil, authorize a Zoo parking and gateway amenities agreement, and accept the Georgia opioid settlement MOU. Several other items, including two tree protection ordinances and solid waste fee adjustments, were filed (tabled).

• Adopted $23.6M IGA with Invest Atlanta for affordable housing, economic development, workforce programs (14-0)
• Adopted substitute resolution establishing commission to honor late Noel Khalil (14-0)
• Adopted substitute resolution authorizing Zoo parking and gateway amenities IGA with Fulton County Recreation Authority (14-0)
• Adopted substitute emergency resolution accepting Georgia opioid settlement MOU (14-0)
• Filed tree protection ordinance by Councilmember Matzigkeit (14-0)
• Filed tree protection ordinance by Councilmember Bond (13-1)
• Filed ordinance creating mid-sized minority and female business enterprise initiative (15-0)
• Filed two ordinances adjusting solid waste service fees and charges (15-0)

Atlanta City Council - Special Called Meeting

The Atlanta City Council is holding a special called meeting to consider two ordinances related to the city's debt. The first authorizes the sale of up to $198 million in taxable refunding bonds to refinance existing debt, potentially saving on interest costs. The second authorizes the sale of an unspecified amount of general obligation bonds for various purposes. Both items were referred to this meeting by a unanimous vote.

• Sale of up to $198,000,000 in General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Taxable Series 2021C to refund portions of Series 2015 and 2014A bonds
• Levy of a continuing direct annual tax without limit to pay bond principal and interest
• Sale of City of Atlanta Various Purpose General Obligation Bonds, Series 2021B (amount not specified)
• Addition of an extraordinary optional redemption provision for the 2021C bonds
• Public comments limited to 2 minutes; meeting held virtually

The Atlanta City Council approved two ordinances authorizing the sale of general obligation bonds: up to $198 million in taxable refunding bonds (21-O-0940) and $3.42 million in various purpose bonds (21-O-0941), both on 11-1 votes. An amendment to remove an 'extraordinary optional redemption' provision failed for lack of a second. The council also sent both ordinances to the mayor's office post haste.

• Adopted substitute ordinance 21-O-0940 authorizing up to $198M in taxable refunding bonds (11-1)
• Adopted substitute ordinance 21-O-0941 authorizing $3.42M in various purpose bonds (11-1)
• Motion to amend to delete 'extraordinary optional redemption' provision died for lack of a second
• Sent ordinances 21-O-0940 and 21-O-0941 to Mayor's Office post haste (11-1)

Atlanta City Council - Regular Meeting

The Atlanta City Council unanimously approved a resolution to call a special election for voters to decide on issuing up to $406 million in general obligation bonds, funding $400 million in public improvement projects including public safety, parks, roads, and sidewalks. The council also adopted a substitute ordinance to establish a 'Building the Beloved Community Affordable Housing Trust Fund' to phase in a 2% allocation of the general fund budget for affordable housing. Additionally, the council referred two solid waste fee ordinances and a tree protection ordinance to a special call meeting on December 20, 2021.

• Adopted substitute resolution 21-R-3928 to call a special election on issuing up to $406M in general obligation bonds for $400M in public improvement projects.
• Adopted substitute ordinance 21-O-0777 to create the 'Building the Beloved Community Affordable Housing Trust Fund' with a 2% general fund allocation phased in over three years.
• Referred solid waste fee ordinances 21-O-0873 and 21-O-0876 to a special call meeting on 12/20/2021.
• Referred tree protection ordinances 21-O-0063 and 21-O-0265 to a special call meeting on 12/20/2021.
• Adopted substitute resolution 21-R-3927 calling for a TSPLOST referendum to fund transportation projects.
• Adopted as amended ordinance 21-O-0682 to allow short-term rentals in certain zoning districts.
• Approved a $350,000 settlement in the case of Alva Hill v. City of Atlanta.
• Adopted substitute ordinance 21-O-0956 authorizing a master lease for up to $11,286,507 for replacement equipment and vehicles.

Finance/Executive Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Finance/Executive Committee is meeting to consider ordinances and resolutions, including a proposal to establish an affordable housing trust fund funded by 2% of the general fund budget, several contract amendments and extensions, and various fund transfers and donations. The agenda includes updates on information management, the auditor's office, Centennial Yards, and COVID-19 funds.

• Ordinance 21-O-0777 to create 'Building the Beloved Community Affordable Housing Trust Fund' with 2% of general fund budget phased in over three years
• Ordinance 21-O-0940 authorizing up to $198M in general obligation refunding bonds (Series 2021C)
• Ordinance 21-O-0927 transferring $3,908,740.10 for E-911 critical equipment upgrades
• Ordinance 21-O-0954 appropriating $3.6M from Gulch closing for warehouse construction
• Resolution 21-R-4267 for $3,641,494.10 task order for 911 center renovations

The Finance/Executive Committee unanimously approved a substitute ordinance (21-O-0777) to create the 'Building the Beloved Community Affordable Housing Trust Fund,' which would dedicate 2% of the city's general fund budget to affordable housing over three years. The item now moves to the full council for final adoption on December 6, 2021. The committee also favorably recommended numerous other ordinances and resolutions, including contract extensions, fund transfers, and bond authorizations, all set for full council consideration on the same date.

• Approved 21-O-0777 (affordable housing trust fund) as favorable on substitute, moving to full council.
• Approved 21-O-0922 (background screening contract) as favorable, moving to full council.
• Approved 21-O-0923 (arbitrage rebate services) as favorable, moving to full council.
• Approved 21-O-0924 (security guard services extension) as favorable, moving to full council.
• Approved 21-O-0925 (plumbing maintenance extension) as favorable, moving to full council.
• Approved 21-O-0926 (janitorial services extension) as favorable, moving to full council.
• Approved 21-O-0927 (E-911 equipment upgrade transfer) as favorable, moving to full council.
• Approved 21-O-0940 (bond refunding ordinance) as favorable with substitute and conditions, moving to full council.

Transportation Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Atlanta City Council Transportation Committee is meeting to consider a range of transportation-related ordinances and resolutions, including extending COVID-19 waivers for airport taxis, amending airport violation fines, ratifying a USO lounge agreement, reauthorizing outdoor dining permits, and approving several airport and road funding measures. The agenda also includes items held from previous meetings, such as a TSPLOST resolution and a proposal to close Peachtree Street for 'Streets Alive'.

• 21-O-0929: Adds $27,895,978 in CARES Act funds to airport budget and $4,972,575 to renewal fund
• 21-O-0930: Transfers $6,000,000 for emergency demolition and reconstruction of Cheshire Bridge Road after natural gas fire
• 21-O-0942: Ratifies $250,000 contract amendment for Glenwood Avenue/Moreland Avenue intersection improvements
• 21-R-4311: Adds $3,200,000 to rental car center operation and maintenance contract at airport
• 21-R-4312: Supplements $6,000,000 for One ATL Customer Experience Program with ABM-All N 1 Security Services

Community Development/Human Services Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Community Development/Human Services Committee is meeting to consider a wide range of items, including 17 ordinances to amend the city's Comprehensive Development Plan (CDP) land-use designations for specific properties, several ordinances to accept and reprogram federal grant funds (HOPWA, CDBG, ESG, WIOA), and resolutions authorizing contracts and agreements. The committee will also receive quarterly reports from Atlanta BeltLine and the Department of Parks and Recreation, and will hear public comment. This is a regular meeting with substantial legislative action.

• 17 CDP land-use rezonings, including 525 Langhorn St SW (LDR to HDR), 539/545/549 Pryor St SW (MDR to HDC), and 1845 Haygood Dr area (SFR to O-I)
• Ordinance 21-O-0932: Reprogram $945,899 in HOPWA funds to Africa Children's Fund
• Ordinance 21-O-0934: Amend CDBG budget by $2,115,740 for various projects
• Ordinance 21-O-0937: Accept $652,585 WIOA Adult Program grant for WorkSource Atlanta
• Resolution 21-R-4258: Authorize sale of Centennial Parking Deck and Philips Surface Lot, with improvements to John A. White Park

The Community Development/Human Services Committee met on November 30, 2021, and approved several items. The committee gave a favorable recommendation to an amended ordinance adopting the 2021 Owner Developer Fee Study and authorizing program fees for abatement properties. It also approved multiple land use changes, including redesignating properties on Pryor Street, Murphy Avenue, and Haygood Drive, and held several other land use items for additional information. The committee also gave favorable recommendations to ordinances authorizing grants for workforce development and community programs, and a resolution supporting the sale of the Centennial Parking Deck and Philips Surface Lot.

• Approved the 2021 Owner Developer Fee Study and authorized program fees for abatement properties (21-O-0906).
• Gave favorable recommendation to redesignate 539, 545, and 549 Pryor Street SW to High Density Commercial (21-O-0908).
• Gave favorable recommendation to redesignate 1056-1100 Murphy Avenue SW and 1127-1135 Sylvan Road SW to Mixed Use Medium Density (21-O-0910).
• Gave favorable recommendation to redesignate 1845 Haygood Drive and surrounding properties to Office Institutional (21-O-0911).
• Gave favorable recommendation to redesignate 495 North Avenue NE to Mixed Use High Density (21-O-0916).
• Gave favorable recommendation to redesignate properties in Ashview Heights, Just Us, West End, and Atlanta University Center neighborhoods (21-O-0917).
• Gave favorable recommendation to authorize a $945,899.00 reprogramming of HOPWA funds (21-O-0932).
• Gave favorable recommendation to authorize a $2,115,740.00 budget amendment for Community Development Block Grant projects (21-O-0934).

City Utilities Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The City Utilities Committee is meeting to consider ordinances and resolutions on solid waste service fees, water and wastewater budget amendments, and various contracts. Key items include two ordinances adjusting solid waste charges, a $143.6 million budget amendment for water and wastewater, and several contract amendments for stormwater and water distribution projects. The agenda also includes a public hearing on the solid waste fee changes and a report from the Department of Public Works.

• Public hearing on ordinances 21-O-0873 and 21-O-0876 to adjust solid waste service fees and charges.
• Ordinance 21-O-0880: $143,580,992.20 budget amendment for water and wastewater renewal fund.
• Ordinance 21-O-0931: $175,000,000 budget amendment for watershed consent decree projects.
• Resolution 21-R-4284: $5,500,000 contract amendment for water distribution rehabilitation with Rockdale Pipeline/Integral.
• Resolution 21-R-4166: $1,750,000 settlement for litigation with Darden, Jackson, and Adgar families.

Zoning Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Atlanta Zoning Committee is meeting to consider 23 items, including rezoning requests, special use permits, and zoning ordinance amendments. Notable items include a rezoning for a mixed-use development at 99 University Avenue, a landmark designation for Smith Farm, and a citywide zoning text amendment to promote housing diversity and affordability. The committee will also vote on several special use permits for parking lots and other uses, with some recommended for denial.

• Rezone 11.81 acres at 99 University Ave SW from heavy industrial to mixed residential commercial (Z-20-19)
• Rezone 13.3 acres at 285 Mayson Ave NE to planned development mixed use (Z-21-09)
• Special use permit for non-residential uses over 7,500 sq ft at 1055 Howell Mill Rd NW (U-21-21)
• Zoning text amendment to allow short-term rentals in certain districts (Z-21-85)
• Landmark designation for Smith Farm at 130 West Paces Ferry Rd NE (Z-21-88)

Public Safety & Legal Administration Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Public Safety & Legal Administration Committee will review several police-related contracts, including leases for precinct space, a $200K contract for promotional testing, and multiple lawsuit settlements totaling over $677,000. They will also hear quarterly reports from the police and code enforcement departments and an update on the Office of Nighttime Economy & Safety.

• Settlements: $350K (Alva Hill), $240K (Quintin Allen), $39,999 (Christopher Allen), $38K (Janel Maxwell), $9K (State Farm) — total $676,999
• Lease for APD Zone 6 precinct at 2025 Hosea L. Williams Dr SE: $76,411.56/year for 3 years
• Lease renewal for APD Pathforce mini-precinct at 890 Memorial Dr SE: $1/year
• $189,898 grant for Atlanta Fire Rescue car seat fitting station program
• $200,000 contract renewal for police sergeant/lieutenant promotional testing

Atlanta City Council - Regular Meeting

The Atlanta City Council is meeting to consider a rezoning of approximately 12.5 acres near Buckhead/Lenox for a mixed-use development, along with a consent agenda of contracts, budget transfers, and donations. The council will also take up a vetoed rezoning ordinance and several property transactions involving the airport and parks.

• Rezoning 12.5 acres at 3626 Peachtree Road NE and nearby properties from SPI-12 SA3 and R-3 to conditional SPI-12 subareas for a development by Greenstone Ventures (Z-21-55)
• Vetoed ordinance 21-O-0486 to rezone property at 3626 Peachtree Road NE and other addresses
• Contract amendment with UWork.com (Covendis) for IT services, adding $577,636.90
• Contract extension with ThyssenKrupp Elevator for elevator/escalator services, up to $237,483.58
• Budget transfer of $2,333,495 for transportation infrastructure projects (traffic signals, complete streets)

The Atlanta City Council overrode Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms' veto of a zoning ordinance for properties near Buckhead/Lenox Stations, allowing the rezoning to proceed. The council also approved a large consent agenda, including a property exchange to facilitate redevelopment of the former Gun Club Park with affordable housing and greenspace, and numerous budget amendments and contracts. Several appointments to city boards were confirmed, and a resolution to sell the Centennial Parking Deck was referred to committee.

• Overrode mayor's veto of Buckhead/Lenox rezoning (10-4, 1 abstention)
• Approved property exchange with Brock Built LLC for Gun Club Park redevelopment (14-0)
• Adopted 2022 Atlanta Jazz Festival and Peach Drop agreements (14-1)
• Approved $2M donation to Urban League for guaranteed income pilot (15-0)
• Approved $2M donation to Operation Hope for child savings accounts (15-0)
• Confirmed appointments to Atlanta BeltLine, Urban Design Commission, and Zoning Review Board
• Referred sale of Centennial Parking Deck and Philips Surface Lot to committee
• Adopted zoning changes for Oglethorpe Ave, Edgewood, Collier Rd, and density transfers

Transportation Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Atlanta City Council Transportation Committee is meeting to consider a range of transportation and airport-related items, including a significant $88.7 million budget amendment for Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport projects, several contracts and leases, and various traffic safety measures. The agenda includes both first and second reading ordinances, resolutions, and items held from previous meetings. Public comment is accepted via phone before the meeting.

• 21-O-0833: Transfer $88,714,495 in FY2022 Airport Renewal and Extension Fund for airport projects
• 21-O-0834: Lease agreement with Delta Air Lines for Technical Operations Center at Hartsfield-Jackson
• 21-O-0879: $6,000,000 amendment to Spring Street Viaduct Replacement Phase II contract
• 21-R-4237: $46,322,222 for Plane Train Tunnel West Extension Phase 1 construction
• 21-O-0888: Extend temporary waiver of airport taxi regulations through Dec 31, 2022

The Atlanta Transportation Committee met on November 10, 2021, and approved several items, including a favorable recommendation for an $88.7 million budget transfer for airport projects, a $6 million contract amendment for the Spring Street Viaduct replacement, and a $46.3 million construction services contract for the Plane Train Tunnel West Extension. The committee also gave favorable recommendations for various other airport-related contracts, sidewalk waivers, and traffic calming measures. Several items were held in committee, including a resolution on Community Improvement Districts and a traffic study request.

• Approved $88,714,495 airport budget transfer (unanimous)
• Approved $6,000,000 Spring Street Viaduct contract amendment (5-0)
• Approved $46,322,222 Plane Train Tunnel West Extension construction contract (5-0)
• Approved $5,516,226 airport shuttle service renewal (5-0)
• Approved $1,000,000 sidewalk maintenance task order (unanimous)
• Approved sidewalk waivers for Berne Street and Hardwick Street subdivisions (unanimous)
• Approved traffic calming speed tables on Virginia Circle, Anjaco Road, and Westminster Circle (unanimous)
• Held resolution on Community Improvement District procurement (5-0)

Finance/Executive Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Finance/Executive Committee is meeting to consider a consent agenda of contract amendments and a regular agenda of ordinances and resolutions, including a $45 million change order for cargo expansion site preparation at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. The committee will also review several contract extensions, budget transfers, and donations, as well as a resolution to refund overpaid business license taxes.

• 21-R-4247: $45,000,000 change order for cargo expansion site preparation at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
• 21-O-0927: Transfer $3,908,740.10 within E-911 fund for critical equipment upgrade
• 21-O-0926: $1,158,460 amendment for citywide janitorial services
• 21-O-0924: $957,223.80 amendment for citywide security guard services
• 21-R-4246: Refund $298,116.42 to Delta Material Services for overpaid business license taxes

The Finance/Executive Committee approved several major items, including a $2 million donation to the Urban League of Greater Atlanta for a guaranteed income pilot program (4-1) and a $2 million donation to Operation Hope for child savings accounts (2-0 with abstentions). It also approved a $45 million change order for cargo expansion at Hartsfield-Jackson airport and a $19 million budget transfer for a settlement. Several items were held, including a citywide security guard services contract and janitorial services contract, pending further review.

• Approved $2M donation to Urban League for guaranteed income pilot (4-1)
• Approved $2M donation to Operation Hope for child savings accounts (2-0, 3 abstentions)
• Approved $45M change order for airport cargo expansion (5-0)
• Approved $19M budget transfer for settlement (4-0, later adopted 5-0)
• Approved $3.9M transfer for E-911 critical equipment upgrade (sounded and forwarded)
• Held citywide security guard services contract for IPRO report (5-0)
• Held citywide janitorial services contract for IPRO report (5-0)
• Approved $1.16M janitorial services extension (sounded and forwarded)

Community Development/Human Services Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Community Development/Human Services Committee is meeting to consider a wide range of items, including adopting a 2021 owner-developer fee study, multiple land-use rezonings across the city, and several budget amendments. The agenda also includes appointments to city boards and reports from Invest Atlanta and WorkSource Atlanta. Many items are on the consent agenda, indicating they may be approved together without separate discussion.

• Adoption of 2021 Owner Developer Fee Study and authorization of program fees for abatement properties
• 16 land-use rezonings, including 525 Langhorn St SW, 539/545/549 Pryor St SW, and 1845 Haygood Dr
• Budget amendment adding $650,000 for afterschool meal program (Bright from the Start)
• Budget amendment adding $24,604.52 for LGBTQ+ Historic Context Statement
• Waiver of competitive procurement for East Atlanta Kids Club to operate Brownwood Park Recreation Center

The committee unanimously approved a three-year operating and lease agreement with East Atlanta Kids Club, Inc. for the Brownwood Park Recreation Center, with two one-year renewal options. It also approved a $650,000 state grant for the afterschool meal program and a $24,604.52 grant for an LGBTQ+ historic context statement. Several appointments to city boards were approved, while one appointment was held and another filed. A resolution for Grant Park baseball programming was held for further review.

• Approved East Atlanta Kids Club lease for Brownwood Park Recreation Center (unanimous)
• Approved $650,000 state grant for afterschool meal program (unanimous)
• Approved $24,604.52 grant for LGBTQ+ historic context statement (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Roosevelt Council Jr. to BeltLine Affordable Housing Advisory Board (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Phillippa Chadd to BeltLine TAD Advisory Committee (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Fahamu Pecou to Urban Design Commission (unanimous)
• Held appointment of Leslie Canaan to Urban Design Commission (unanimous)
• Filed appointment of Susan Stainback to Urban Design Commission (unanimous)

City Utilities Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The City Utilities Committee is meeting to consider a series of budget amendments, ordinances, and resolutions related to water, sewer, and solid waste services. Key items include a $143.6 million budget amendment for water and wastewater projects, changes to water bill adjustment procedures, and adjustments to solid waste fees. The committee will also review reports from the Department of Public Works and Watershed Management.

• 21-O-0880: $143,580,992.20 budget amendment for water/wastewater renewal fund
• 21-O-0883: Ordinance to revise water/sewer bill adjustment procedures
• 21-O-0873/0876: Adjustments to solid waste service fees and charges
• 21-R-4168: $2,039,000 contract amendment with Republic Services for solid waste
• 21-O-0863: $1,500,000 settlement for litigation with Darden/Jackson/Adgar

The City Utilities Committee voted unanimously to approve a series of budget amendments and contract ratifications, including a $143.6 million transfer of equity and GEFA loan proceeds into the water and wastewater renewal fund. Several ordinances were held in committee, including a solid waste fee adjustment and a litigation settlement. The committee also forwarded multiple water and sewer infrastructure funding measures to the full council.

• Approved $143,580,992.20 water fund budget amendment (unanimous)
• Approved $21M security surcharge fund transfer for SCADA project (unanimous)
• Approved $6M water distribution system improvements transfer (unanimous)
• Approved $58.87M Custer Avenue capacity relief project transfer (unanimous)
• Approved $29.9M Utoy Creek Basin 1A sewer project transfer (unanimous)
• Held solid waste fee ordinance 21-O-0873 (4-0)
• Held litigation settlement ordinance 21-O-0863 (unanimous)
• Approved $1.5M right-of-way maintenance contract amendment (unanimous)

Public Safety & Legal Administration Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Public Safety & Legal Administration Committee will hear reports from the Atlanta Police Department, Public Defender, and City Solicitor, and consider a consent agenda of claims against the city. It will also review ordinances for first reading, including a $189,898 grant for a fire department car seat program and a lease for an APD mini-precinct.

• Favorable claims totaling $7,531.59 for two claims by Teresa Lee-Shipmon related to a 2019 accident at 861 GA Highway 279
• Unfavorable recommendations on 60+ claims, including bodily injury, property damage, and police incidents
• Ordinance 21-O-0885: $189,898 grant for Atlanta Fire Rescue car seat fitting station program
• Ordinance 21-O-0886: Lease with Chester Avenue Lofts for APD Pathforce mini-precinct at 890 Memorial Drive, $1/year
• Reports from APD, Public Defender, and City Solicitor

The Public Safety & Legal Administration Committee approved a $2,000,000 settlement with Niskey Lake Water Works for dam corrective action, and advanced several police facility leases, including a $76,411.56/year lease for the Zone 6 precinct. The committee also recommended favorable action on two claims totaling $7,531.59, while recommending against 58 other claims. Several items were held, including a $1,750,000 litigation settlement and a resolution on the Atlanta City Detention Center closure.

• Approved $2M Niskey Lake dam settlement (6-0)
• Approved $76,411.56/year lease for APD Zone 6 precinct at 2025 Hosea L. Williams Dr (6-0)
• Approved $1/year lease for APD Zone 6 mini-precinct at 340 Boulevard NE (6-0)
• Approved $950,000 DHS grant for Securing the Cities program (6-0)
• Approved $58,420 renewal for emergency fire dispatch software (6-0)
• Approved $7,531.59 in favorable claims (6-0)
• Adversed 58 claims totaling $0 in payouts (6-0 each)
• Held $1.75M Darden litigation settlement in committee (5-0)

Zoning Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Atlanta Zoning Committee is meeting to consider a series of rezoning applications and special use permits, including several for residential and mixed-use developments. The agenda includes first readings for 15 items and second readings for 7 items, with recommendations from staff, NPUs, and the Zoning Review Board. Public comments are limited to non-ZRB items.

• Rezone 660-678 Pershing Ave SE and nearby properties from R-4B to R-4B-C (Z-20-90)
• Rezone 515 Whitehall St SW from I-2 to I-MIX (Z-21-101)
• Rezone 3434 Cascade Rd SW from R-3 to C-1 for ALDI (Z-21-106)
• Special use permit for outdoor sales at 168 Luckie St NW (U-21-26)
• Special use permit to sever 97,000 sq ft density from 990 Peachtree St NE to 1405 Spring St NW (U-21-19)

The Atlanta Zoning Committee forwarded 15 rezoning and special use permit ordinances to the full council for referral, covering properties across multiple districts. The committee also gave favorable recommendations on several second-reading items, including a rezoning for the Edgewood neighborhood and a special use permit for density transfer. One item, a rezoning for Emory University property, was held in committee for a public hearing, and another rezoning was adversed unanimously.

• Forwarded 15 first-reading rezoning ordinances to full council for referral
• Favorable recommendation for rezoning at 1064 Oglethorpe Ave SW (unanimous)
• Favorable recommendation for Edgewood neighborhood rezoning to R-5-C (unanimous)
• Favorable recommendation for rezoning at 1385 Collier Rd NW (unanimous)
• Held Emory University rezoning for 4th Quarter CDP Public Hearing (unanimous)
• Favorable as amended for density transfer from 990 Peachtree St NE (unanimous)
• Favorable as amended for density transfer from 979 Crescent Ave NE (unanimous)
• Adversed rezoning at 1800 Metropolitan Pkwy SW (unanimous)

Atlanta City Council - Regular Meeting

The Atlanta City Council will hold its regular meeting on November 1, 2021. The agenda includes a significant ordinance to allocate $33.5 million from the Gulch community benefits fund to affordable housing, economic development, and human services. The Council will also consider several other items, including appointments to city boards, contracts for airport services and wellness programs, and the installation of traffic calming devices.

The Atlanta City Council unanimously approved an ordinance ratifying Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms' executive order to allocate $33.5 million in remaining Community Benefits Funds from the Gulch development agreement to support affordable housing, economic development, and workforce development. The council also adopted a consent agenda with numerous other items, including several zoning changes, traffic calming measures, and contract approvals. A proposed ordinance to add $6 million to the Spring Street Viaduct replacement contract was referred back to the Transportation Committee by a 12-3 vote.

• Approved $33.5M allocation from Gulch funds for affordable housing, economic development, and workforce development (15-0)
• Adopted ordinance to continue the Small Business Opportunity (SBO) and Equal Business Opportunity (EBO) programs (15-0)
• Approved multiple traffic calming and stop sign installations on various streets (15-0)
• Adopted several zoning changes, including rezonings at 660 11th St NW and 3626 Peachtree Rd NE (15-0)
• Approved $4.5M in park impact fees to match a donation for Chastain Park gym renovation (15-0)
• Adopted resolution requesting $15/hour minimum wage for airport custodial and contract workers (15-0)
• Referred $6M Spring Street Viaduct contract amendment back to Transportation Committee (12-3)
• Adopted resolution declaring November 2021 as Native American Heritage Month (15-0)

Atlanta City Council - Special Called Meeting

The Atlanta City Council is holding a special called meeting to consider adopting the 2021 Comprehensive Development Plan (Plan A) as the city's official plan, as required by the Georgia Planning Act of 1989. The ordinance has been held and amended multiple times and is now forwarded with no recommendation. Public comments are limited to two minutes.

• Adoption of 2021 Comprehensive Development Plan (Plan A) as official plan
• Plan includes 2022-2026 Capital Improvements Element
• Public comment period for drafts ran June 8 to September 27, 2021
• Virtual public hearings held due to COVID-19 pandemic
• Deadline to adopt plan is October 31, 2021

The Atlanta City Council held a special called meeting on October 28, 2021, and adopted the 2021 City of Atlanta Comprehensive Development Plan (Plan A) as amended, by an 11-2 roll call vote. The plan serves as the official comprehensive development plan for the city, in compliance with the Georgia Planning Act of 1989. The council also adopted the meeting agenda and accepted a communication from the Council President regarding the meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Adopted the 2021 Comprehensive Development Plan (Plan A) as amended (11-2)
• Adopted the meeting agenda (unanimous, 11-0)
• Accepted and filed communication 21-C-0152 calling the special meeting (unanimous, 13-0)

Finance/Executive Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Finance/Executive Committee will review a consent agenda with multiple ordinances and resolutions, including contract amendments, budget transfers, and grant acceptances. Key items include a $566,518 IT services contract amendment, a $237,483.58 elevator maintenance extension, a $2,333,495 transfer for transportation projects, and a $2,000,000 seed for a child savings account program. The committee will also consider several smaller refunds and a $182,720 software maintenance renewal.

The Finance/Executive Committee unanimously approved the FY2022 personnel ordinance (21-O-0789) and the ordinance continuing the Small Business Opportunity and Equal Business Opportunity programs (21-O-0803, 6-0). It also gave a favorable recommendation to the $33.5 million Gulch development funds allocation for affordable housing, economic development, and workforce development (21-O-0802). Several items were held, including the $2 million child savings account program (21-O-0809) and a resolution to refund water overpayments (21-R-4120).

• Approved FY2022 personnel ordinance on substitute (unanimous)
• Approved SBO/EBO program continuation (6-0)
• Favorable on $33.5M Gulch funds for housing, economic, workforce development (unanimous)
• Held $2M child savings account program (unanimous)
• Held water/sewer overpayment refund resolution (unanimous)
• Favorable on $566,518 Covendis IT services amendment (unanimous)
• Favorable on $237,483.58 elevator/escalator services extension (unanimous)
• Favorable on $2,333,495 transportation impact fee transfer (unanimous)

Transportation Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Transportation Committee approved a $88.7 million budget transfer for Hartsfield-Jackson airport projects, a resolution urging a $15 minimum wage for airport contract workers, and several traffic safety measures including speed tables and all-way stops. It also held several items, including a Peachtree Street closure proposal and a TSPLOST resolution.

• Approved $88,714,495 airport renewal fund budget transfer (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for $15/hour minimum wage for airport custodial and contract workers (unanimous)
• Approved speed tables on Vinson St SE, Spencer Ave NE, and Edinboro Rd NW (unanimous)
• Approved all-way stop intersections at Pearl St/Kirkwood Ave, Hardee St/Wrenwood Pl, and Angier Ave/Arnold St (unanimous)
• Approved $1M sidewalk maintenance contract extension with SD & C, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved $500,000 right-of-way maintenance contract with Russell Landscape (unanimous)
• Held Peachtree Park historical marker encroachment agreement (unanimous)
• Held Peachtree Street Sunday closure ordinance (unanimous)

Community Development/Human Services Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The committee approved a measure to allocate $33.5 million from the Gulch development agreement to support affordable housing, economic development, and workforce development, creating trust accounts for each. It also advanced several other items, including a $2 million guaranteed income pilot program (held), a $4.5 million Chastain Park gym renovation match, and various land use and master plan changes. Several appointments and reports were filed or held.

• Approved $33.5M Gulch funds allocation for housing, economic, workforce development (5-0)
• Held guaranteed income pilot program for substitute and additional information (6-0)
• Approved $4.5M Chastain Park gym renovation match with Northside Youth Organization (6-0)
• Approved $650,000 state grant for afterschool meal program (sounded and forwarded)
• Approved $24,604.52 for LGBTQ+ historic context statement (sounded and forwarded)
• Held Activate Atl recreation and parks master plan for additional information (unanimous)
• Approved $20,000 donations to three business associations for Atlanta Main Street program (6-0)
• Approved $900,000 extension for pools and splash pads management contract (6-0)

City Utilities Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The City Utilities Committee met and approved several items, including a resolution to accept federal funds for a low-income household water assistance program, a contract renewal for water quality monitoring, and a contract amendment for green infrastructure design. The committee also gave favorable recommendations to two mayoral reappointments to the Keep Atlanta Beautiful Commission. Several ordinances related to water and wastewater budget transfers were sounded and referred to full council, while a rezoning ordinance for the Chattahoochee Trail-Proctor Creek flood area was held in committee.

• Approved resolution to accept federal funds for low-income household water assistance (unanimous)
• Approved $449,610 contract renewal for USGS water quality monitoring (unanimous)
• Approved contract amendment for Chastain Park green infrastructure design (unanimous)
• Favorable recommendation for reappointment of Kenyatta Mitchell to Keep Atlanta Beautiful Commission (unanimous)
• Favorable recommendation for reappointment of Yvonne Douglas to Keep Atlanta Beautiful Commission (unanimous)
• Held rezoning for Chattahoochee Trail-Proctor Creek flood area (unanimous)
• Sounded and referred 12 water/wastewater budget transfer ordinances to full council
• Held intergovernmental agreement with Clayton County Water Authority and vacuum sweeper purchase

Zoning Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Atlanta Zoning Committee is meeting to consider a series of zoning ordinances, including rezonings, special use permits, and the creation of new overlay districts. The agenda includes items for second reading, resolutions, and papers held in committee. Public comments are limited to non-ZRB items.

• 21-O-0306: Create Intown South Commercial Corridor Overlay (Z-21-53)
• 21-O-0610: Rezone 660-672 11th St NW from I-1 to MRC-3 (Z-21-65)
• 21-O-0276: Rezone 1283 & 1295 Marietta Blvd NW from I-2 to MRC-3-C (Z-21-29)
• 21-O-0486: Rezone 3626 Peachtree Rd NE area to SPI-12 conditional subareas (Z-21-55)
• 21-O-0490: Rezone 1111 Hightower Rd NW to MRC-1-C (Z-21-60)

The Zoning Committee met on October 25, 2021, and unanimously approved several zoning ordinances, including creating the Intown South Commercial Corridor Overlay, rezoning properties for mixed residential-commercial use, and approving special use permits for day care centers. The committee also filed two items, held two ordinances for further review, and forwarded a supportive housing waiver to another committee.

• Approved creation of Intown South Commercial Corridor Overlay (21-O-0306) (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning at 660-672 11th St NW from I-1 to MRC-3 (21-O-0610) (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning at 1283-1295 Marietta Blvd NW from I-2 to MRC-3-C (21-O-0276) (unanimous)
• Approved special use permit for day care at 1189 Merlin Ave SE (21-O-0288) (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning at 77-87 Sheridan Dr NE from RG-2 to RG-3-C (21-O-0386) (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning at 3626 Peachtree Rd NE and adjacent properties to SPI-12 conditional (21-O-0486) (unanimous)
• Filed rezoning at 1512-1526 Hardee St NE (21-O-0086) (unanimous)
• Held short-term rental regulations in Home Park (21-O-0254) for further review

Public Safety & Legal Administration Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Atlanta Public Safety & Legal Administration Committee is meeting to consider claims totaling $17,692.33, several police department lease agreements, and a resolution to create a Center for Diversion and Services. The agenda also includes appointments, reports from the police and corrections departments, and multiple items held from prior meetings, including proposals related to closing the Atlanta City Detention Center.

• Claims totaling $17,692.33, including $16,800 for bodily injury at 654 Windsor St NW and $892.33 for pothole damage at 218 West Paces Ferry Rd
• Lease with Wellstar Atlanta Medical Center for 1,065 sq ft at 340 Boulevard NE for Zone Six mini-precinct at $1/year
• Third amendment to lease with KDI Atlanta Mall for 1,927 sq ft at 2841 Greenbriar Pkwy SW for Zone Four mini-precinct
• Resolution to create Center for Diversion and Services with Fulton County and Grady Hospital to reduce jail/arrest responses
• Ordinance to exempt one package store at 901 Joseph E Boone Blvd NW from distance requirements

The Public Safety & Legal Administration Committee approved a substitute resolution authorizing an intergovernmental agreement with Fulton County to create the Center for Diversion and Services, aimed at reducing jail and arrest responses for homelessness, mental health, substance use, and poverty. The committee also approved several claims, ordinances, and resolutions, including a lease for a police mini-precinct and a package store exemption. One ordinance was held in committee, and multiple items were held without action.

• Approved substitute resolution for Center for Diversion and Services IGA with Fulton County (unanimous)
• Approved $16,800 claim for bodily injuries from auto accident (unanimous)
• Approved $892.33 claim for pothole damage (unanimous)
• Adversed claims for auto accidents, civil rights violation, and sidewalk incident (unanimous)
• Approved lease for Zone Six mini-precinct at 340 Boulevard NE (unanimous)
• Approved third amendment to Greenbriar Mall mini-precinct lease (unanimous)
• Held ordinance establishing Disabled, Elderly and Veteran Diversion Program (unanimous)
• Approved package store exemption at 901 Joseph E Boone Blvd NW (unanimous)

Atlanta City Council - Regular Meeting

The Atlanta City Council approved a $19 million settlement to resolve two class-action lawsuits over commercial property tax assessments. The council also adopted a $4 million general obligation bond issuance, approved a $3.5 million transfer for homeless services, and authorized a $55.6 million contract for the Peyton Center design-build project. A motion to refer the settlement to committee failed before the final adoption vote.

• Approved $19M settlement in McKillips and Stanford property tax cases (14-1)
• Adopted $4M general obligation bond issuance (14-0)
• Approved $3.5M transfer to Partners for Home for homeless services (14-0)
• Authorized $55.6M Peyton Center design-build contract with Winter Johnson Lewis (14-0)
• Approved $198M general obligation refunding bonds (14-0)
• Adopted $2M for greenspace improvements in underserved neighborhoods (14-0)
• Approved $72,000 donation for license plate readers in District 9 (14-0)
• Adopted Firefighter's Mediation Act (14-0)

Transportation Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Atlanta Transportation Committee will review ordinances and resolutions on its agenda, including a contract ratification for ambulance billing services at Hartsfield-Jackson Airport, a $1 million airport design contract, and several traffic control changes such as new stop signs and speed tables. The agenda also includes items held from previous meetings, such as a proposed TSPLOST resolution and a plan to incorporate the Peachtree Battle neighborhood transportation study into the city's comprehensive development plan. Public comment is accepted by phone the day before the meeting.

The Atlanta Transportation Committee met on October 13, 2021, and unanimously approved several ordinances and resolutions, including sidewalk waivers, traffic signal reinstallations, all-way stop intersections, and speed tables. It also favorably recommended airport-related contracts, including a $1M design services agreement and a $390,604 passenger wait time system renewal, with one dissenting vote on each. Several items were held in committee, including the Peachtree Street closure for Atlanta Streets Alive and a street abandonment for the Woodruff Library.

• Approved sidewalk waiver payment for 1527 Willis Mill Road SW (unanimous)
• Approved traffic signal reinstallation at Sunset Ave NW & Joseph E. Boone Blvd NW (unanimous)
• Approved traffic signal reinstallation at Vine St NW & Joseph E. Boone Blvd NW (unanimous)
• Approved all-way stop at Bakers Ferry Rd SW & Cornell Blvd SW (unanimous)
• Held in committee: street abandonment for Milton St SW to Woodruff Library (unanimous)
• Approved speed tables on Hutchinson St NE (unanimous)
• Approved all-way stop at Edgewood Ave NE & Waverly Way NE (unanimous)
• Held in committee: Peachtree Street Sunday closure for Atlanta Streets Alive (unanimous)

Finance/Executive Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Finance/Executive Committee is meeting to consider ordinances and resolutions on consent and regular agendas, including first and second readings of items related to budget amendments, contracts, and personnel actions. Notable items include a large airport bond refunding, a proposed affordable housing trust fund, and several contract authorizations. The committee will also receive a quarterly update from the Department of Procurement.

• Authorize $341,710,000 in airport revenue refunding bonds (Series 2021A, B, C)
• Establish 'Building the Beloved Community Affordable Housing Trust Fund' with 2% of general fund budget phased in over 3 years
• Donate $72,000 from District 9 carry forward to Atlanta Police Foundation for license plate readers and surveillance cameras
• Authorize $704,011.83 amendment for Atlanta Wellness Center with Healthstat, Inc. and Kaiser Foundation Health Plan
• Transfer up to $3,500,000 to Partners for Home for HomeFirst and LIFT initiatives

The Finance/Executive Committee approved a substitute ordinance to refund up to $335.87 million in airport revenue bonds and create a new bond fund. It also gave favorable recommendations to resolutions for a feasibility study on a 'housing wage' for city employees and for $3.5 million in homeless services funding. Several items were held, including a charter amendment to allow rehiring retired employees beyond 520 days and a $106,029 payment to Mythics for Oracle services.

• Approved airport revenue bond refunding up to $335.87M (unanimous)
• Favorable on substitute for $3.5M homeless services funding (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Favorable for housing wage feasibility study (unanimous)
• Favorable for $72,000 donation to Atlanta Police Foundation for license plate readers (unanimous)
• Favorable for $40,000 donation to Peachtree Road UMC for literacy initiative (unanimous)
• Held charter amendment to allow rehiring retired employees beyond 520 days (6-0)
• Held $106,029 payment to Mythics for Oracle cloud services (unanimous)
• Filed ordinance for additional Tyler Technologies software licenses (unanimous)

City Utilities Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The City Utilities Committee is meeting to consider several contracts and ordinances, including a $55.6 million design-build contract for the Peyton Center, a $3.96 million expansion of water meter monitoring, and a $150,000 extension for solid waste staffing. The agenda also includes updates on public works, People TV, and the Clean Energy Plan, plus several items held from previous meetings.

• 21-R-4033: $55,593,000 design-build contract for Peyton Center with Winter Johnson Lewis Contracting (held from 9/28)
• 21-R-4068: $3,960,625 to add 2,123 monitoring units to Olea Networks large meter accuracy contract
• 21-O-0767: $150,000 to extend Georgia Works solid waste staffing for 9 months
• 21-R-4065: $400,000 for landfill post-closure care at Key Road, Cascade Road, Gun Club Road, and United Avenue
• 21-R-4066: $266,383.15 for water/sewer adjustments for GDOT intersection improvement project

The City Utilities Committee approved several contracts and amendments, including a $55.6 million design-build agreement for the Peyton Center and a $13.8 million East Area Water Quality Control Facility improvements contract. It also advanced a $3.96 million expansion of water meter monitoring equipment and a $400,000 landfill maintenance amendment. All items were approved unanimously or with recorded votes and will go to full council.

• Approved $55,593,000 Peyton Center design-build contract with Winter Johnson Lewis (unanimous)
• Approved $13,844,850 East Area Water Quality Control Facility improvements with Lakeshore Engineering (4-0)
• Approved $3,960,625 amendment for 2,123 additional water meter monitoring units (unanimous)
• Approved $400,000 amendment for landfill post-closure care at four landfills (unanimous)
• Approved $266,383.15 MOU with GDOT for water/sewer adjustments (unanimous)
• Approved $150,000 extension for solid waste supplemental staffing (unanimous)
• Approved $1,325,818 budget transfer for Peyton Center project (unanimous)
• Held Clayton County water supply agreement and vacuum sweeper purchase in committee

Community Development/Human Services Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The committee unanimously approved several items, including a $3.5 million transfer to Partners for Home for homeless services, a $457,501.12 park land acquisition for Mattie Freeland Park, and a $2 million community park fund. It also held two affordable housing ordinances for further review. All votes were unanimous with two members absent.

• Approved $3.5M transfer to Partners for Home for homeless services (unanimous)
• Approved $457,501.12 acquisition for Mattie Freeland Park (unanimous)
• Approved $2M community park fund for greenspace improvements (unanimous)
• Held 100% affordable housing subsidy ordinance (unanimous)
• Held Building the Beloved Community Affordable Housing Trust Fund (unanimous)
• Approved $312,500 contract for Northwest Atlanta Industrial Freight Study (unanimous)
• Approved $282,004 contract for Atlanta Local Food Promotion (unanimous)
• Approved $20,000 donations to three business associations for Main Street program (unanimous)

Zoning Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Atlanta Zoning Committee will hold its regular meeting to consider six rezoning ordinances for first reading, including changes to residential and mixed-use districts at properties across the city. The committee will also take up two items held from previous meetings: a short-term rental regulation amendment for Home Park and a tree preservation variance ordinance. Public comments are limited to non-ZRB items and must be submitted by phone the day before.

• Rezone 1114 Westshire Place NW from RG-3 to MR-4A (multifamily) - 0.73 acres
• Rezone 534 Springside Drive SE from R-4 to RG-2 - 0.916 acres
• Rezone 480 17th Street NW for major site plan amendment (MRC-3-C)
• Rezone 681 Whitehall Street SW from I-2 to MRC-3 - 0.14 acres
• Held: 21-O-0254 short-term rentals in Home Park; 21-O-0055 tree variance ordinance

The Zoning Committee forwarded six rezoning ordinances to the full council for referral, covering properties across Atlanta. It also held a substitute ordinance for 3393 Jonesboro Road in committee and continued holding two other items, including a short-term rental regulation proposal for the Home Park neighborhood. The meeting was procedural, with no final approvals or denials.

• Forwarded rezoning at 1114 Westshire Place NW to full council for referral
• Forwarded rezoning at 534 Springside Drive SE to full council for referral
• Forwarded major site plan amendment at 480 17th Street NW to full council for referral
• Forwarded rezoning at 681 Whitehall Street SW to full council for referral
• Forwarded rezoning at 1411 South Gordon Street SW to full council for referral
• Forwarded rezoning at 2229 Bicknell Street SW to full council for referral
• Held substitute ordinance for 3393 Jonesboro Road in committee (unanimous)
• Held short-term rental ordinance for Home Park neighborhood in committee

Public Safety & Legal Administration Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Atlanta Public Safety & Legal Administration Committee is meeting to consider several items, including approving claims payments totaling $52,328.39, authorizing multiple lawsuit settlements ranging from $5,000 to $339,000, and discussing an ordinance to create an eviction defense unit. The agenda also includes updates from the police department, citizen review board, and Policing Alternatives & Diversion Initiative, plus appointments to the Public Safety Commission.

• Settlement of $339,000 in 50 Hurt LLC v. City of Atlanta
• Settlement of $285,000 in Jansen Ellis and Austin Ellis v. City of Atlanta
• Settlement of $140,000 in Debra Slosman v. City of Atlanta
• Ordinance to expand public defender duties to include eviction defense (21-O-0761)
• Claims totaling $52,328.39 for property damage and bodily injury

The Public Safety & Legal Administration Committee approved several items, including a $20,000 settlement in a lawsuit against the city and Fire Chief Randall B. Slaughter, and recommended favorable action on appointments to the Public Safety Commission. The committee also advanced a resolution urging a feasibility study for an Office of Nighttime Economy and Safety, and held an ordinance to expand the public defender's duties to include eviction defense.

• Approved $20,000 settlement in Kevin Roberts v. City of Atlanta and Fire Chief Slaughter (unanimous)
• Approved $140,000 settlement in Debra Slosman v. City of Atlanta (unanimous)
• Approved $339,000 settlement in 50 Hurt LLC v. City of Atlanta (unanimous)
• Approved $285,000 settlement in Jansen Ellis and Austin Ellis v. City of Atlanta (unanimous)
• Approved $72,500 settlement in Trinity Services Group, Inc. v. City of Atlanta (unanimous)
• Approved $5,000 settlement in Deborah Edge v. City of Atlanta (unanimous)
• Recommended favorable for Samuel Lee Reid II and Karen Edwards to Public Safety Commission (unanimous)
• Held ordinance to expand public defender duties to include eviction defense (unanimous)

Atlanta City Council - Regular Meeting

The Atlanta City Council approved the creation of the Mayor's Office of Violence Reduction and authorized up to $45 million for the Plane Train Tunnel West Extension at Hartsfield-Jackson airport. The council also adopted a resolution establishing a Community Stakeholder Advisory Committee for the Atlanta Public Safety Training Center and approved a $163.3 million extension of employee benefits agreements. Several items were referred to committees, including a $3.5 million transfer for homeless services and a resolution to study a 'housing wage' for city employees.

• Adopted ordinance establishing Mayor's Office of Violence Reduction (14-0)
• Adopted $45M funding for Plane Train Tunnel West Extension at airport (14-0)
• Adopted resolution creating Public Safety Training Center Community Stakeholder Advisory Committee (14-0)
• Adopted $163.3M employee benefits agreement extension (15-0)
• Adopted resolution to re-employ Police Investigator Terry Harper (14-0)
• Adopted resolution to re-employ Police Sergeant Tonya Austin (14-0)
• Adopted $16,000 settlement in Sarah Johnson v. City of Atlanta (14-0)
• Adopted resolution to establish Commission on Fatherhood, Men and Boys (15-0)

Transportation Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Atlanta City Council Transportation Committee is meeting to consider ordinances and resolutions on transportation and airport projects. Key items include accepting $400,000 in federal funds for the city's first Vision Zero Action Plan, approving a $45 million construction contract for the Plane Train tunnel west extension at Hartsfield-Jackson, and several resolutions for airport contracts and encroachment agreements. The committee will also discuss a TSPLOST resolution for a potential transportation sales tax referendum.

• 21-O-0722: Accept $400,000 federal grant for Vision Zero Action Plan, with $120,000 local match
• 21-R-4039: Fund Plane Train Tunnel West Extension with Bombardier for up to $45,000,000
• 21-R-3927: Resolution calling for Fulton County TSPLOST referendum for transportation projects
• 21-O-0745/21-O-0750: All-way stop signs at Marietta Rd/Adams Dr and Willis Mill Rd/Flamingo Dr
• 21-R-4037: $1,000,000 A&E design services contract with Atlanta Terminal Leaders at airport

The Transportation Committee approved several airport-related resolutions, including $45 million for the Plane Train Tunnel West Extension project and a $1 million architectural design services agreement. It also gave favorable recommendations to ordinances for all-way stop intersections and a Vision Zero Action Plan grant. Two resolutions were held in committee, including a TSPLOST resolution and one requesting a report on abandoned alleys.

• Approved $45M for Plane Train Tunnel West Extension Phase 1 & 2 (4-0)
• Approved $1M A&E design services with Atlanta Terminal Leaders (4-0)
• Approved $3M supplement for airside electrical on-call contractor (4-0)
• Approved $8M supplement for quality assurance materials testing (4-0)
• Approved $400K grant for Vision Zero Action Plan (unanimous)
• Approved all-way stop at Marietta Rd & Adams Dr (unanimous)
• Approved all-way stop at Willis Mill Rd & Flamingo Dr (unanimous)
• Held TSPLOST resolution in committee (unanimous)

Finance/Executive Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Finance/Executive Committee is meeting to consider a range of financial actions, including ordinances for first and second reading and resolutions. Key items include authorizing a $400 million general obligation bond referendum for public improvements, approving a $163.3 million employee benefits contract extension, and several contract amendments and budget transfers. The meeting also includes a COVID-19 funds report and public comment period.

• Resolution to call election for $400M general obligation bonds for streets, sidewalks, and municipal facilities
• Ordinance to extend employee benefits contracts (Anthem, Kaiser, UnitedHealthcare) for $163,348,609.48
• Ordinance to create airport revenue bond fund and refund $341.7M in airport bonds
• Ordinance to transfer $71,071.67 from District 6 bond account for Fire Station 19 renovations
• Resolution to refund water/sewer overpayments (amount blank)

The Finance/Executive Committee approved a 12-month extension of the city's employee benefits agreement with multiple insurers, including Anthem, Kaiser, and United Healthcare, for up to $163,348,609.48, with a 6-1 vote. The committee also advanced several other items, including a $1.6M contract amendment for transportation program management and a $1.28M roof replacement task order for a water facility. Several items were held for further review, including a $198M general obligation refunding bond ordinance and a resolution to call a $400M public improvement bond election.

• Approved $163.3M employee benefits contract extension (6-1)
• Approved $1.6M amendment for Atkins North America transportation contract (6-0)
• Approved $1.28M roof replacement task order for RM Clayton WRC (unanimous)
• Approved $410K roof repair contract renewal with Rycars Construction (unanimous)
• Approved $293,572 task order for Atlanta Children's Eternal Flame Project (6-1, then reconsidered unanimously)
• Held $198M general obligation refunding bond ordinance (unanimous)
• Held $400M public improvement bond election resolution (unanimous)
• Approved $5,000 donation to Park Pride for Springlake Parks playgrounds (unanimous)

City Utilities Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The City Utilities Committee is meeting to consider several items, including a $1.3 million budget amendment for the Peyton Center project, a $55.6 million design-build contract for the same project, a $13.8 million contract for water quality facility improvements, and a resolution to apply for federal coronavirus recovery funds. The committee will also hear a bi-weekly update from the Department of Public Works and consider a resolution to continue water service to Clayton County.

• 21-O-0721: $1,325,818 budget amendment for Peyton Center project
• 21-R-4033: $55,593,000 contract with Winter Johnson Lewis for Peyton Center design-build
• 21-R-4034: $13,844,850 contract with Lakeshore Engineering for East Area Water Quality Control Facility improvements
• 21-R-4035: Resolution to apply for federal coronavirus state fiscal recovery funds
• 20-R-4664: 25-year water service agreement with Clayton County Water Authority

The City Utilities Committee held four items in committee, including a $55.6M design-build contract for the Peyton Center and a $13.8M water quality facility improvement, and unanimously approved a resolution to apply for federal coronavirus recovery funds. The committee also adopted its agenda and approved the previous meeting's minutes, both by a 6-0 vote.

• Adopted agenda (6-0)
• Approved minutes (6-0)
• Held 21-O-0721 (Peyton Center fund transfer) unanimously
• Held 21-O-0744 (vacuum sweeper purchase) unanimously
• Held 21-R-4033 (Peyton Center design-build contract) unanimously
• Held 21-R-4034 (East Area Water Quality Control Facility improvements) unanimously
• Approved 21-R-4035 (grant application for federal coronavirus funds) unanimously

Community Development/Human Services Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Community Development/Human Services Committee is meeting to discuss and vote on a range of items including land acquisitions for a new park, land use rezonings, a property exchange for affordable housing, and various resolutions and ordinances. The agenda includes first and second readings of ordinances, resolutions, and several items held from previous meetings. Public comment is accepted via phone.

• Acquire 7 parcels for Mattie Freeland Park for $457,501.12
• Land use redesignations at 1818 Lakewood Ave SE, 3393 Jonesboro Rd SE, 3626 Peachtree Rd NE, and others
• Property exchange with Brock Built LLC for Gun Club Park redevelopment and affordable housing
• Apply for $300,000 LCI study grant for Moreland Ave and DeKalb Ave intersection
• Amend resolution to fund community projects in Mechanicsville, Peoplestown, Pittsburgh, Summerhill, and Grant Park

The committee forwarded a land exchange ordinance to facilitate environmental remediation and redevelopment of the former Gun Club Park, including affordable housing and greenspace, to the Finance/Executive Committee with a favorable recommendation. Several land use and zoning items were held for a rescheduled public hearing. The committee also approved a resolution to apply for a Livable Centers Initiative grant and amended a resolution regarding community service project grants.

• Forwarded land exchange ordinance for Gun Club Park redevelopment to Finance/Executive Committee (4-0)
• Approved resolution to apply for $300,000 LCI study grant for Moreland/DeKalb intersection (4-0)
• Amended and forwarded resolution for $1,709,995.28 in community service grants (4-0)
• Held 7 land use ordinances for 3rd Quarter CDP Public Hearing rescheduled to 10/25/21 (4-0)
• Approved substitute for 21-O-0685 (Peachtree/Wieuca land use redesignation) (4-0)
• Approved substitute for 21-O-0583 (Upper Westside Improvement District Masterplan) (4-0)
• Favorable as amended for 2022-2026 Capital Improvements Element (4-0)
• Favorable for 21-O-0351 (land use redesignation in NPU-K) (4-0)

Zoning Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Atlanta Zoning Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several zoning matters, including an ordinance to create regulations for short-term rentals in the Home Park neighborhood, a rezoning for a large mixed-use development in West Midtown, and other property rezonings. The committee will also receive an update on the Zoning Ordinance Rewrite and consider the appointment of Sheri Gates McGaughy to the Zoning Review Board. Several items were previously held and are up for further review.

• 21-O-0254: Ordinance to create regulations for short-term rentals in Home Park (Z-21-49)
• 21-O-0283: Rezoning of ~36 acres in West Midtown to MRC-3-C/BL for mixed-use development (Z-21-37)
• 21-O-0055: Ordinance for administrative zoning setback variances for tree preservation (Z-21-27)
• 21-O-0285: Rezoning of 3393 Jonesboro Road, SE from R-4 to I-1-C (Z-21-39)
• 21-C-0124: Appointment of Sheri Gates McGaughy to the Zoning Review Board

The Atlanta Zoning Committee approved a rezoning for 36.14 acres in West Midtown (Z-21-37) and a light industrial rezoning on Jonesboro Road (Z-21-39), both unanimously. It also denied a rezoning at 910-928 Lindbergh Drive (Z-20-59) and held two items for further review: short-term rental regulations in Home Park (21-O-0254) and a tree-preservation variance ordinance (21-O-0055). The committee also favorably recommended Sheri Gates McGaughy's appointment to the Zoning Review Board.

• Approved rezoning of 36.14 acres in West Midtown to MRC-3-C/BL (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 3393 Jonesboro Road to I-1-C (unanimous)
• Denied rezoning of 910-928 Lindbergh Drive to R-5-C (unanimous)
• Held short-term rental ordinance for Home Park (21-O-0254)
• Held tree-preservation variance ordinance (21-O-0055)
• Favorably recommended Sheri Gates McGaughy to Zoning Review Board (unanimous)

Public Safety & Legal Administration Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Public Safety & Legal Administration Committee will consider a consent agenda of 70 claims against the city, with 7 recommended for payment totaling $50,815.70 and 63 recommended for denial. The committee will also receive updates from the Atlanta Police Department and Municipal Court, and a communication appointing Amanda Pritchett to the Public Safety Commission.

• 7 favorable claims totaling $50,815.70, including auto accidents, potholes, and a fallen tree
• 63 unfavorable claims, including water main breaks, sewer backups, and trip-and-falls
• APD bi-weekly update and Municipal Court quarterly report presentations
• Appointment of Amanda Pritchett to the Public Safety Commission
• Public comment accepted by phone before the meeting

The Public Safety & Legal Administration Committee unanimously approved, as amended, an ordinance to establish the Mayor's Office of Violence Reduction, authorizing the Chief Financial Officer to create the department and transfer positions. The committee also gave favorable recommendations to several resolutions, including a $30,600 contract for an electronic applicant file management system for the Atlanta Police Department, the re-employment of two police retirees, and two lawsuit settlements totaling $25,000. Additionally, the committee approved a resolution to establish the Atlanta Public Safety Training Center Community Stakeholder Advisory Committee and appointed members to it.

• Approved as amended: Ordinance 21-O-0697 to establish the Mayor's Office of Violence Reduction.
• Approved: Resolution 21-R-3929 for a $30,600 contract with Guardian Alliance Technologies for an electronic applicant file management system.
• Approved: Resolution 21-R-4029 to re-employ Police Investigator Terry Harper at $80,292 annually.
• Approved: Resolution 21-R-4030 to re-employ Police Sergeant Tonya Austin at $69,841 annually.
• Approved: Resolution 21-R-4031 to settle Sarah Johnson v. City of Atlanta for $16,000.
• Approved: Resolution 21-R-4032 to settle Matthew Ryan Littleton v. City of Atlanta for $9,000.
• Approved on substitute: Resolution 21-R-3869 to establish the Atlanta Public Safety Training Center Community Stakeholder Advisory Committee.
• Approved as amended: Resolution 21-R-4056 to appoint members to the Atlanta Public Safety Training Center Community Stakeholder Advisory Committee.

Atlanta City Council - Regular Meeting

The Atlanta City Council met virtually on September 20, 2021, and adopted a large consent agenda by unanimous vote. This included ordinances to lift the moratorium on large outdoor events with COVID-19 mitigation requirements, to fund emergency rental assistance, and to authorize a $125 million water and wastewater commercial paper program. The council also confirmed several mayoral appointments and approved multiple legal settlements and claims.

• Adopted ordinance 21-O-0696 lifting the moratorium on permits for outdoor events with 50,000+ attendees, subject to COVID-19 mitigation requirements.
• Adopted ordinance 21-O-0698 adding $12,070,911.90 in federal funds for the Emergency Rental Assistance Program 2.
• Adopted substitute ordinance 21-O-0478 authorizing a $125,000,000.00 commercial paper program for water and wastewater revenue notes.
• Adopted ordinance 21-O-0701 requiring annual LGBTQ cultural humility training for all city employees and elected officials.
• Adopted resolutions 21-R-3896, 21-R-3897, and 21-R-3898 authorizing settlements totaling $559,000 in three separate lawsuits against the city.
• Adopted resolution 21-R-3925 authorizing a settlement with Paulding County and the sale of city property, and sent it to the Mayor's office for immediate action.
• Adopted ordinance 21-O-0628 as amended, authorizing a revenue-generating contract with IKE Smart City, LLC for digital kiosks, by a vote of 11 to 2.
• Adopted ordinance 21-O-0703 as amended, providing for security and services for the mayoral transition and inauguration.

Transportation Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Atlanta City Council Transportation Committee is meeting to discuss and vote on a range of transportation items, including a $400,000 federal grant for the city's first Vision Zero Action Plan, several airport-related contracts and budget amendments, and numerous traffic safety measures such as all-way stops and speed blinker installations. The agenda also includes a public hearing on designating an honorary square and updates from MARTA.

• 21-O-0722: Accept $400,000 federal grant for Vision Zero Action Plan, with $120,000 local match
• 21-O-0680: $11,202,321 FAA grant for Construct Taxiway End Around (Runway 9L) – Phase 3 at Hartsfield-Jackson
• 21-R-3899: $10,000,000 agreement for Concourse E and T exterior painting at airport
• 21-O-0679: Update Vine City permit parking provisions for property and street name changes
• 21-O-0710: Sidewalk waiver payment of $15,907.99 for 549 Broadland Road into District 8 Sidewalk Trust Fund

The Transportation Committee approved numerous items, including ordinances for all-way stop intersections, a sidewalk waiver payment, and several airport-related contracts and resolutions. It also held several items in committee, including a proposal to designate an honorary square and a resolution for a parklet. The committee adopted its agenda and approved the previous meeting's minutes.

• Adopted the agenda as amended unanimously.
• Approved the minutes of the previous meeting unanimously.
• Held 21-O-0604 (honorary Lonnie C. King Jr. Square) in committee, 4-0.
• Approved 21-O-0722 (Vision Zero Action Plan funding) and forwarded to full council.
• Gave favorable recommendations to multiple ordinances for all-way stop intersections and other traffic measures.
• Gave favorable recommendations to multiple resolutions for airport contracts and projects.
• Held several items in committee, including 21-R-3868 (parklet) and various other ordinances and resolutions.
• Approved a motion to recess and reconvene.

Atlanta City Council - Special Called Meeting

The Atlanta City Council is holding a special called meeting to consider a resolution that sets the final terms for the issuance of up to $420 million in Airport General Revenue Refunding Bonds (Series 2021A, B, and C). The resolution ratifies prior actions, approves a bond purchase agreement with Loop Capital Markets LLC, and authorizes the use of official statements. The bonds will refund outstanding 2012 airport bonds and are subject to parameters including a maximum interest rate of 6% and final maturity by July 1, 2042.

• Resolution 21-O-0720 to set terms for Series 2021A, 2021B, and 2021C Airport General Revenue Refunding Bonds
• Bonds not to exceed $420,000,000 aggregate principal, with interest not exceeding 6% per annum
• Refunding of outstanding 2012A, 2012B, and 2012C airport bonds
• Approval of bond purchase agreement with Loop Capital Markets LLC
• Public comments limited to 2 minutes; meeting accessible via conference bridge

The Atlanta City Council met virtually and unanimously adopted a substitute resolution (21-O-0720) setting terms for the issuance of Series 2021A, 2021B, and 2021C Airport General Revenue Refunding Bonds. The action ratifies prior actions and approves related documents, including a bond purchase agreement and official statements. The agenda was also adopted unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Adopted the meeting agenda unanimously (11-0).
• Adopted Resolution 21-O-0720 on substitute, setting terms for the Series 2021 airport refunding bonds, unanimously (13-0).
• Accepted and filed communication 21-C-0117 calling the special meeting, without objection.

Finance/Executive Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Finance/Executive Committee is meeting to consider several ordinances and resolutions, including a major $163.3 million extension of employee benefits agreements, creation of new mayor's offices for violence reduction and equity, and various contract renewals and donations. The agenda also includes updates from the Auditor's Office, Atlanta Information Management, and a COVID-19 funds report.

• Ordinance 21-O-0736: Extend employee benefits agreements (Anthem, Kaiser, UnitedHealthcare, etc.) for 12 months, up to $163,348,609.48
• Ordinance 21-O-0697: Establish Mayor's Office of Violence Reduction
• Ordinance 21-O-0702: Establish Mayor's Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
• Ordinance 21-O-0709: Extend hazard pay for front-line employees to July 1, 2022
• Resolution 21-R-3922: AFIS upgrade with NEC Corporation, $2,478,000 for 6 years

The Finance/Executive Committee approved a 12-month extension of the city's employee benefits agreement, valued at up to $163,348,609.48, and forwarded it to the full council. The committee also gave favorable recommendations to several other items, including a $1.74 million tree-planting agreement with Trees Atlanta, a $2.48 million upgrade to the police fingerprint system, and a $12 million addition to the emergency rental assistance program. Several items were held in committee, including a proposal to reinstitute hazard pay for front-line employees and an ordinance to establish a Mayor's Office of Violence Reduction.

• Approved and forwarded to full council a 12-month extension of the employee benefits agreement (FC-10389) for up to $163,348,609.48.
• Gave a favorable recommendation to a $1,743,850 special procurement agreement with Trees Atlanta for community-based forestry.
• Gave a favorable recommendation to a $2,478,000 special procurement agreement with NEC Corporation for an AFIS upgrade for the police department.
• Gave a favorable recommendation to add $12,070,911.90 in federal funds for the emergency rental assistance program.
• Gave a favorable recommendation to a $1,875,000 amendment to an HVAC services agreement with ARS Mechanical.
• Held in committee a proposal to extend the hazard pay policy for front-line employees until July 1, 2022.
• Held in committee an ordinance to establish the Mayor's Office of Violence Reduction.
• Gave a favorable recommendation to a $338,214.64 task order for the MLK Jr. Drive mural wall project.

Community Development/Human Services Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Community Development/Human Services Committee approved several items, including ordinances to accept $12,070,911.50 in federal Emergency Rental Assistance Program 2 funds and to extend a contract with United Way of Greater Atlanta for rental assistance. It also gave a favorable recommendation to an ordinance ratifying the mayor's executive order lifting the moratorium on permits for outdoor events with 50,000+ attendees, subject to COVID-19 mitigation requirements. The committee held multiple land use and comprehensive development plan items for upcoming public hearings, and forwarded a utility easement to Georgia Power with no recommendation.

• Approved $12,070,911.50 in federal rental assistance funds (5-0)
• Approved $12,030,172.67 contract extension with United Way for rental assistance (5-0)
• Favorable on ordinance lifting outdoor event moratorium with COVID-19 rules (5-0)
• Favorable on $1.2M LCI grant application for Peachtree Street Shared Space project (5-0)
• Favorable on $481,200 contract for Santa Fe Villas rental subsidies (5-0)
• Favorable on $65,000 Atlanta Hawks Foundation donation for Coan Park (5-0)
• Favorable on $47,850 SCAD donation for Arthur Langford Jr. Park improvements (5-0)
• Forwarded utility easement to Georgia Power with no recommendation (5-0)

City Utilities Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The City Utilities Committee will consider several items, including a $1,325,818 budget amendment to fund security fencing and operational improvements at the Peyton Center project, a $977,000 transfer for water meter testing and repair, and resolutions for consent orders, agreements, and contract renewals. The committee will also hear a quarterly update from the Department of Public Works and discuss various requests from councilmembers.

• 21-O-0721: $1,325,818 budget amendment for Peyton Center project
• 21-O-0677: $977,000 transfer for large water meter testing and repair
• 21-R-3870: $21,166 consent order payment for permit violations
• 21-R-3871: $54,145 agreement with GDOT for water/sewer adjustments
• 21-R-3872: $270,759.72 renewal for e-Builder software support

The City Utilities Committee approved a $977,000 budget amendment for the Large Water Meter Testing and Repair Project, and also gave favorable recommendations to several resolutions, including a $21,166 consent order payment for environmental violations and a $2 million amendment to a waste collection contract. The committee held a resolution regarding a 25-year water supply agreement with Clayton County. The meeting was largely procedural, with no major policy changes.

• Approved $977,000 budget transfer for water meter testing and repair (5-0)
• Approved $21,166 consent order payment to resolve environmental violations (unanimous)
• Approved $54,145 agreement with GDOT for water/sewer adjustments (unanimous)
• Approved $270,759.72 renewal of e-Builder software support contract (unanimous)
• Approved $2,000,000 amendment to Ceres Environmental waste collection contract (unanimous)
• Held 25-year water supply agreement with Clayton County in committee

Zoning Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Atlanta Zoning Committee will hold a regular meeting to consider 13 rezoning ordinances and 3 special use permits, including several for multifamily and mixed-use developments. The committee will also review items held from previous meetings, such as short-term rental regulations and a variance process for tree preservation. Public comments are limited to non-ZRB items and must be submitted by phone the day before the meeting.

• Rezone 1101 Church Street NW from R-4A/BL to MR-MU/BL (multifamily, 0.322 acres)
• Rezone 314-324 West Wieuca Road and 361 Valley Brook Drive to PD-H (planned development housing, 0.997 acres)
• Rezone 0 Collier Drive SW and 0 Kildare Avenue SW to PD-H/HC20Q (6.63 acres, Collier Heights Historic District)
• Special use permit to transfer 70,000-100,000 sq ft residential development rights from 990 Peachtree Street NE to 1405 Spring Street NW
• Rezone 1845-1837 Haygood Drive NE and adjacent properties to O-I (office institutional) for Emory University (6.4 acres)

Public Safety & Legal Administration Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Public Safety & Legal Administration Committee is meeting to consider several resolutions, including a $450,000 settlement in a federal lawsuit against the city, the creation of a community stakeholder advisory committee for the Atlanta Public Safety Training Center, and the reemployment of a retired fire equipment technician. The agenda also includes presentations from the police, fire, and law departments, and a review of claims totaling $19,676.70 in favorable recommendations.

• Resolution to establish Atlanta Public Safety Training Center Community Stakeholder Advisory Committee
• Settlement of $450,000 in Demetric Favors v. City of Atlanta (federal case)
• Settlement of $59,000 in Celeste Trevillion v. City of Atlanta
• Settlement of $50,000 in Carla Adams v. City of Atlanta
• Reemployment of retiree Zachary Lewis as Fire Equipment Service Technician ($31,200/year)

The Public Safety & Legal Administration Committee approved a $450,000 settlement in the Demetric Favors v. City of Atlanta lawsuit, along with settlements of $59,000 and $50,000 in other cases. The committee also gave favorable recommendations to reemploy a retired fire equipment service technician and to enter a $40,000 per year firing range maintenance agreement. Several appointments and a resolution to establish a community stakeholder advisory committee for the Atlanta Public Safety Training Center were held in committee.

• Approved $450,000 settlement in Demetric Favors v. City of Atlanta (21-R-3896).
• Approved $59,000 settlement in Celeste Trevillion v. City of Atlanta (21-R-3897).
• Approved $50,000 settlement in Carla Adams v. City of Atlanta (21-R-3898).
• Gave favorable recommendation to reemploy retiree Zachary Lewis as Fire Equipment Service Technician (21-R-3894).
• Gave favorable recommendation to enter $40,000/year firing range maintenance agreement with Action Target Inc. (21-R-3895).
• Held in committee resolution to establish Atlanta Public Safety Training Center Community Stakeholder Advisory Committee (21-R-3869).
• Held in committee appointment of A.J. Robinson to Public Safety Commission (21-C-0108).
• Held in committee appointment of Brandon Welch to Atlanta Citizen Review Board (21-C-0109).

Atlanta City Council - Regular Meeting

The Atlanta City Council adopted a substitute ordinance authorizing a 50-year ground lease with the Atlanta Police Foundation for a public safety training facility on approximately 85 acres, preserving about 265 acres as greenspace, at an annual rent of $10. The vote was 10 yeas to 4 nays. Several amendments were considered, including one to delay the lease until after January 4, 2022, and another to establish a community advisory board, but both failed.

• Adopted substitute ordinance for Atlanta Police Foundation ground lease (10-4)
• Failed motion to table the ground lease ordinance (4-10)
• Adopted amendment to add greenspace and community stakeholder language (14-0)
• Failed amendment to delay lease execution until after Jan. 4, 2022 (4-10)
• Failed amendment to require council approval of final site plans (4-10)
• Failed amendment to create a community advisory board (6-8)
• Adopted resolution for review of city employee mental health services (14-0)
• Adopted zoning changes for urban gardens, allowing on-site sales (14-0)

Atlanta City Council - Special Called Meeting

The Atlanta City Council is holding a special called virtual meeting for an executive session regarding solid waste fees. The only substantive item is a communication from Council President Felicia A. Moore calling the meeting for that purpose; the rest is procedural.

• Executive session on solid waste fees
• Virtual meeting via conference bridge and simulcast

The Atlanta City Council held a virtual special called meeting on September 1, 2021, primarily to enter an executive session to discuss two litigation cases regarding solid waste fees. The council adopted the agenda and accepted a communication from the Council President calling the meeting, both by unanimous consent. No legislation was considered, and the meeting adjourned after the executive session.

• Adopted meeting agenda (11-0)
• Accepted and filed communication calling the special meeting (11-0)
• Entered executive session for two litigation cases on solid waste fees (12-0)
• Exited executive session (10-0)

Transportation Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Atlanta City Council's Transportation Committee is meeting to consider a range of transportation-related items, including airport contracts, street changes, and traffic safety measures. Key actions include authorizing a $16 million roofing and fireproofing agreement at Hartsfield-Jackson, approving several all-way stop intersections, and potentially abandoning a portion of Northyards Boulevard. The agenda also includes routine items like contract extensions and budget amendments.

• 21-R-3858: $16,032,495 agreement for Concourse T and Domestic Terminal roofing/fireproofing at Hartsfield-Jackson
• 21-O-0632: Abandonment of ~0.7194 acres of Northyards Boulevard to VLP 4, LLC for fair market value
• 21-O-0680: $11,202,321 FAA grant for Taxiway End Around (Runway 9L) Phase 3
• 21-O-0665: Restore two-way traffic on Walton St NW and Pine St NE
• 21-O-0641 to 21-O-0659: Multiple all-way stop intersections in various neighborhoods

The Atlanta Transportation Committee met on August 25, 2021, and took action on several items. The committee approved multiple ordinances to install all-way stop signs at various intersections, including Parsons/Walnut, Oak/West End, Beecher/Peoples, Beecher/Azalia, Fairburn/Village Park, Powers Ferry/Tuxedo, Blackland/Blackland, Blackland/Tuxedo, and others. It also approved a resolution to assess traffic safety around senior citizen facilities and several airport-related contracts and resolutions. The committee held several items, including the Northyards Boulevard abandonment and a resolution to name Concourse C at the airport, and filed a landscape maintenance contract.

• Approved all-way stop signs at Parsons St & Walnut St (unanimous)
• Approved all-way stop signs at Oak St & West End Pl (unanimous)
• Approved all-way stop signs at Beecher St & Peeples St and Beecher St & Azalia St (unanimous)
• Approved all-way stop signs at Fairburn Rd & Village Park Ln (unanimous)
• Approved all-way stop signs at Powers Ferry & Tuxedo Rd (unanimous)
• Approved all-way stop signs at Blackland Rd & Blackland Dr and Blackland Rd & Tuxedo Rd (unanimous)
• Approved $16,032,495 airport roofing and fireproofing agreement (unanimous)
• Held Northyards Blvd abandonment ordinance (unanimous)

Finance/Executive Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Finance/Executive Committee is meeting to consider a consent agenda with ordinances for first reading, including a $1.74 million tree planting and maintenance contract with Trees Atlanta, and a regular agenda with ordinances for second reading, such as mandatory annual ethics training for all city employees. The committee will also review resolutions, including a $586,500 contract for fire training center operations and a $1.58 million HOPWA housing program ratification. Several items are dual-referred and pending recommendations from other committees.

• 21-O-0676: $1,743,850 contract with Trees Atlanta for community-based forestry
• 21-O-0501: Mandatory annual ethics training and pledge for all city employees
• 21-R-3824: $586,500 five-year contract for ATL Fire Training Center operations
• 21-O-0651: Ratify $1,576,763.75 HOPWA program with United Way of Greater Atlanta
• 21-O-0628: 8-year digital kiosk contract with IKE Smart City, revenue-sharing

The Finance/Executive Committee unanimously approved a first-reading ordinance for a $1,743,850 tree planting and maintenance contract with Trees Atlanta, and forwarded it to the full council. The committee also gave favorable recommendations to several second-reading ordinances, including mandatory ethics training for all city employees, a $500,000 transfer for the comprehensive development plan update, and a $50,000 donation for senior home repairs. A $1.4 million amendment to a Deloitte consulting contract for COVID-19 fraud detection was approved as walk-in legislation. Two items were held: a citywide digital kiosk contract and a resolution on water/sewer overpayment refunds.

• Approved and forwarded to full council: $1,743,850 tree planting and maintenance contract with Trees Atlanta (21-O-0676).
• Gave favorable recommendation: ordinance requiring ethics training and pledge for all city employees (21-O-0501).
• Gave favorable recommendation: $500,000 transfer to update the city's comprehensive development plan (21-O-0622).
• Gave favorable recommendation: $50,000 donation to HouseProud Atlanta for senior home repairs (21-O-0623).
• Gave favorable recommendation: $1.4 million amendment to Deloitte contract for COVID-19 fraud detection (21-R-3862).
• Held in committee: citywide digital kiosk contract with IKE Smart City (21-O-0628).
• Held in committee: resolution on refunding water/sewer overpayments (21-R-3815).
• Approved agenda as amended and approved previous meeting minutes.

Community Development/Human Services Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Community Development/Human Services Committee met virtually and unanimously advanced several ordinances, including new electric vehicle charging infrastructure requirements for new commercial and residential construction, and a $1.58 million emergency HOPWA contract with United Way of Greater Atlanta. The committee also forwarded multiple land use and planning documents to full council, held several items for further review, and filed one rezoning request.

• Favorable on EV charging infrastructure ordinance (21-O-0618) (unanimous)
• Favorable on HOPWA emergency contract with United Way (21-O-0651) (unanimous)
• Favorable on Africa's Children's Fund HOPWA contract extension (21-O-0619) (unanimous)
• Favorable on MLK Dr. fence art installation amendment (21-O-0620) (unanimous)
• Favorable on Summer Food Service Program grant acceptance (21-O-0621) (unanimous)
• Favorable on WorkSource youth program grant (21-O-0649) (unanimous)
• Favorable as amended on WorkSource contract renewal (21-R-3813) (unanimous)
• Held Tuxedo Park Transportation Plan (21-O-0660) for public hearing (unanimous)

City Utilities Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The City Utilities Committee is meeting to consider several ordinances and resolutions, including a $20 million transfer for sewer rehabilitation, a $900,000 regional water supply research agreement, and a 25-year water service contract with Clayton County. The agenda also includes routine items like budget amendments, a grant for the Utoy Creek watershed, and a utility easement for Georgia Power. Public comment is accepted by phone the day before the meeting.

• $20,000,000 transfer to Sewer Group Four (SG4) small diameter rehabilitation project Contract B
• $900,000 intergovernmental agreement for water supply technical and legal research with regional agencies
• $977,000 budget amendment for Large Water Meter Testing and Repair project
• $400,000 Section 319(h) grant for Utoy Creek Watershed Project with $600,000 match
• 25-year water service agreement with Clayton County Water Authority (held from 12/1/20)

The City Utilities Committee unanimously approved a cooperative agreement to fund water supply research with regional partners, and approved several budget amendments for water and sewer projects. It also advanced ordinances for a sewer rehabilitation project, a watershed grant, a utility easement, and contract extensions. The committee held one resolution on a water supply agreement with Clayton County and approved a payment agreement with Atlanta Beltline, Inc.

• Approved a $900,000 cooperative agreement for water supply research with regional partners (21-O-0633).
• Approved a $20,000,000 budget transfer for the Sewer Group Four (SG4) rehabilitation project (21-O-0634).
• Approved a $400,000 grant for the Utoy Creek Watershed Project (21-O-0635).
• Approved a utility easement to Georgia Power for $1,500 (21-O-0636).
• Approved contract extensions for green infrastructure design and software licenses (21-O-0637, 21-O-0638).
• Held a resolution on a 25-year water supply agreement with Clayton County (20-R-4664).
• Approved a payment and release agreement with Atlanta Beltline, Inc. for $1,085,250.73 (21-O-0213).
• Approved a maintenance agreement for permeable pavers with Ed Castro Landscape, Inc. (21-R-3676).

Zoning Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Atlanta Zoning Committee is meeting to consider multiple zoning ordinances, including rezoning requests, amendments to the urban garden definition to allow on-site sales, and special use permits for outdoor dining and sales. The committee will also review items held from previous meetings, such as short-term rental regulations and a large mixed-use rezoning in West Midtown.

• Amend urban garden definition to permit on-site sales and expand use in residential areas (Z-21-41)
• Rezone 1331 Metropolitan Parkway from NC-9/BL to NC-9/BL/LBS for landmark building site (Z-21-56)
• Rezone 1311 and 1335 Fulton Industrial Blvd from MR-2 to I-1 light industrial (Z-21-57)
• Rezone 400 Bishop Street from I-2 to MRC-3-C mixed residential commercial conditional (Z-21-35)
• Special use permit for outdoor dining at 1492 Piedmont Avenue (U-21-06) - staff recommends denial

The Atlanta Zoning Committee unanimously approved several zoning ordinances, including amendments to allow on-site sales at urban gardens, a landmark designation for the Masonic Building at 1331 Metropolitan Parkway, and rezoning for properties on Fulton Industrial Boulevard and Bishop Street. The committee also held a rezoning request for 3393 Jonesboro Road and denied a special use permit for outdoor dining at 1492 Piedmont Avenue. A new ordinance defining short-term rentals was referred to the Zoning Review Board and committee.

• Approved urban garden ordinance allowing on-site sales (unanimous)
• Approved landmark building/site designation for 1331 Metropolitan Parkway (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 1311 & 1335 Fulton Industrial Blvd to light industrial (unanimous)
• Approved Morehouse School of Medicine signage regulations as amended (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 400 Bishop St to mixed residential commercial conditional (unanimous)
• Held rezoning of 3393 Jonesboro Rd at request of Office of Zoning and Development (unanimous)
• Denied special use permit for outdoor dining at 1492 Piedmont Ave (unanimous)
• Referred short-term rental definition ordinance to ZRB and committee (6-0)

Public Safety & Legal Administration Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Public Safety & Legal Administration Committee is meeting to consider a consent agenda of 25 claims against the city, with three recommended for payment totaling $35,845.75. They will also hear quarterly reports from the Atlanta Police Department and its Code Enforcement Division, and take up ordinances including one to create a Firefighter's Mediation Act and another to accept $2,000,000 in federal grant funding for the Securing the Cities program.

• Favorable claims totaling $35,845.75, including $19,500 for an accident on Donald Lee Hollowell Parkway and $10,000 for one on Moreland Avenue
• Ordinance 21-O-0661 to create a Firefighter's Mediation Act under O.C.G.A § 25-5-1
• Ordinance 21-O-0648 to accept $2,000,000 in DHS grant funding for the Securing the Cities program
• Resolution 21-R-3852 to accept a $21,449 HVAC donation for Fire Station 11 at 165 16th Street NW
• Resolution 21-R-3816 requesting APD report on non-operational license plate readers and cameras

The Public Safety & Legal Administration Committee approved three favorable claims totaling $35,845.75 and recommended 22 claims be denied. It also gave favorable recommendations to ordinances on a police lease amendment and a $2M homeland security grant, held a firefighter mediation ordinance, and advanced a resolution on police camera reporting. All votes were 6-0 with Councilmember Bond absent.

• Approved 3 claims totaling $35,845.75 (6-0)
• Adversed 22 claims (6-0)
• Favorable recommendation for APD lease amendment at 890 Memorial Drive (6-0)
• Favorable recommendation for $2M DHS grant acceptance (6-0)
• Held firefighter mediation ordinance 21-O-0661 (6-0)
• Favorable as amended for police camera reporting resolution 21-R-3816 (6-0)
• Favorable for $21,449 HVAC donation to Fire Station 11 (6-0)
• Favorable for $8,333.18 settlement in Richard Stanley v. City of Atlanta (6-0)

Atlanta City Council - Regular Meeting

The Atlanta City Council voted unanimously to remove the 'Lion of the Confederacy' statue from Oakland Cemetery, citing an immediate threat of vandalism. The council also approved a $33,156 contract with Superior Rigging and Erecting Company for the removal and temporary storage. The resolution was adopted as amended and sent to the Mayor's office for immediate action.

• Adopted resolution to remove 'Lion of the Confederacy' statue and contract Superior Rigging for $33,156 (14-0)
• Tabled ground lease with Atlanta Police Foundation for public safety training facility (8-7)
• Adopted ordinance setting ad valorem tax rates for general, debt, parks, school levies (15-0)
• Approved $8.865M green infrastructure and landscape services contract with ELC/RAC JV (15-0)
• Approved $4M task order for EMS Station fast track building (15-0)
• Approved $40M for Concourse T Midpoint Vertical Transportation Expansion (15-0)
• Adopted ethics training ordinance requiring annual training, referred to Finance/Executive Committee (14-0)
• Approved $375,000 settlement for Michelle Davila trip-and-fall lawsuit (15-0)

Transportation Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Atlanta City Council Transportation Committee is meeting to consider several ordinances and resolutions, including major airport construction contracts, street safety measures, and a wireless network agreement with Verizon. The agenda includes first and second readings of ordinances, resolutions for airport projects, and items held from previous meetings. Public comment is accepted by phone the day before the meeting.

• Resolution 21-R-3736: Increase Turner-Ujamaa joint venture contract for Concourse T midpoint vertical transportation expansion to $45,000,000, with $40,000,000 for construction.
• Resolution 21-R-3737: Approve $15,193,051 contract with McCarthy + FS 360 II for fire life safety enhancements at the airport's AGTS train level.
• Ordinance 21-O-0631: Ratify amendments 2-6 and enter Amendment 7 with Verizon Wireless to extend the wireless network master agreement to April 30, 2023 and expand the DAS network.
• Ordinance 21-O-0632: Authorize abandonment of portions of Northyards Boulevard (approx. 0.7194 acres) to VLP 4, LLC for fair market value.
• Ordinance 21-O-0581: Install all-way stop controls at four intersections on Atlanta Avenue, SE (Martin, Hill, Greenfield, Connolly streets).

The Transportation Committee unanimously approved several ordinances and resolutions, including installing all-way stop signs at multiple intersections, extending the PATH Foundation agreement, and approving airport contracts totaling over $100 million. One ordinance to install traffic calming devices on Brownlee Road was filed, and several items were held in committee.

• Approved all-way stop signs at Atlanta Ave intersections (21-O-0581) (unanimous)
• Approved three-way stop at 28th St & Wycliff Rd (21-O-0582) (unanimous)
• Approved all-way stop at Glenn St & Formwalt St (21-O-0589) (unanimous)
• Approved extending PATH Foundation agreement by 940 days (21-O-0590) (unanimous)
• Filed ordinance for traffic calming on Brownlee Rd (21-O-0591) (unanimous)
• Approved $45M increase for airport concourse T expansion (21-R-3736) (unanimous)
• Approved $15.19M fire life safety project at airport (21-R-3737) (unanimous)
• Held landscape maintenance contract at airport (21-R-3738) (unanimous)

Finance/Executive Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Finance/Executive Committee is reviewing several ordinances and resolutions regarding city budgets, infrastructure payments, and community donations. The agenda includes financial status reports for the third quarter of FY2021 and COVID-19 funds.

• Budget amendment for Comprehensive Development Plan up to $500,000.00
• Budget amendment for senior home repairs up to $50,000.00
• Payment to SD&C Inc. for Campbellton Road sidewalk improvements of $88,171.42
• Water and Wastewater budget amendment for commercial paper notes up to $125,000,000.00
• Donation of $5,000.00 from District 8 carry forward to Atlanta Police Foundation

The Finance/Executive Committee held a $125 million water and wastewater commercial paper program ordinance for a substitute, and approved several other items including a $2.739 million payment for mechanical repairs and a $4 million EMS station task order. The committee also forwarded multiple ordinances and resolutions to full council, including a $500,000 budget transfer for the comprehensive development plan and a $50,000 home repair program for seniors.

• Held 21-O-0478, $125M water/wastewater commercial paper program (6-0)
• Approved $2.739M payment to Western Summit Constructors for mechanical repairs (5-0)
• Approved $4M task order for EMS station fast track building (6-0)
• Approved $80,000 payment to Mission Critical Partners for CAD systems (6-0)
• Approved $269,850 contract with B2GNow for diversity tracking software (5-0)
• Approved $5.85M joint task order fund for parks managing general contractors (6-0)
• Approved $78,624.56 refund for water/sewer overpayments (6-0)
• Approved $8,500 for Let Freedom Roll mural (5-0)

City Utilities Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The City Utilities Committee is meeting to review several ordinances and resolutions, including a $20 million budget transfer for sewer rehabilitation, a $900,000 water supply research agreement, and a $10.4 million transfer for program management services. The agenda also includes updates from the Departments of Watershed Management and Public Works, plus a resolution to provide $500 signing bonuses for certain Public Works recruits. Several items are held from previous meetings, such as a 25-year water service agreement with Clayton County.

• 21-O-0634: Transfer $20,000,000 from Watershed Reserves to Sewer Group Four (SG4) Small Diameter Rehabilitation Project Contract B
• 21-O-0633: Authorize $900,000 cooperative agreement for water supply technical and legal research with Atlanta Regional Commission and other counties
• 21-O-0635: Accept $400,000 Section 319(h) grant for Utoy Creek Watershed Project, with $600,000 match
• 21-R-3722: Ratify executive order for $500 signing bonus for Public Works environmental services workers and solid waste operators hired July 30-Sept 30, 2021
• 21-R-3746: Exercise second renewal option for Stantec/SG program management services, up to $9,000,000 plus $1,400,000 amendment

The City Utilities Committee met on August 10, 2021, and advanced several items to the full council. It gave a favorable recommendation to a $10.4 million budget transfer for the Program Management Services Team project (6-0, Shook abstaining) and unanimously approved a resolution, as amended, to provide a $500 one-time hiring incentive for certain Department of Public Works positions. The committee also favorably recommended resolutions for trash receptacles on Cascade Road and contract renewals for watershed management services.

• Favorable recommendation for $10.4M water/wastewater budget transfer to Program Management Services Team (6-0, Shook abstained)
• Favorable recommendation as amended for $500 hiring incentive for DPW Environmental Services Workers and Solid Waste Operators (unanimous)
• Favorable recommendation for two commercial trash receptacles at 2317 and 2323 Cascade Road (unanimous)
• Favorable recommendation for $9M second renewal option for Stantec/SG Joint Venture program management services (6-0, Shook abstained)
• Favorable recommendation for $39,258 first renewal option for LabWorks, LLC agreement (unanimous)
• Favorable recommendation as amended for $8,865,000 Green Infrastructure and Landscape Services agreement with ELC/RAC Joint Venture (unanimous)
• Held in committee: 25-year water supply agreement with Clayton County Water Authority
• Held in committee: $400,000 permeable pavers maintenance agreement with Ed Castro Landscape, Inc.

Community Development/Human Services Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Community Development/Human Services Committee is meeting to consider ordinances on first and second reading, including new electric vehicle charging infrastructure requirements for new construction, a contract extension with Africa's Children's Fund for HOPWA housing assistance, and a grant for the Summer Food Service Program. The regular agenda includes several land use rezonings and master plan adoptions, such as the Upper Westside Improvement District Masterplan and the Peachtree Battle Neighborhood Transportation Study. Many items are held from previous meetings for further review.

• Ordinance 21-O-0618: EV charging infrastructure readiness for new commercial and residential construction
• Ordinance 21-O-0619: Extend contract with Africa's Children's Fund for HOPWA housing assistance
• Ordinance 21-O-0621: Accept $790,680 grant for Summer Food Service Program
• Ordinance 21-O-0482: Amend IGA with Invest Atlanta for Brownfield Revolving Loan Fund, appropriate $284,350 for cleanup
• Ordinance 21-O-0583: Adopt Upper Westside Improvement District Masterplan

The Community Development/Human Services Committee met on August 10, 2021, and took several actions. It forwarded four ordinances to the full council, including one requiring electric vehicle charging infrastructure in new construction, an extension of a HOPWA contract with Africa's Children's Fund, a public art installation contract, and a grant for the Summer Food Service Program. The committee also gave favorable recommendations on several other items, including a brownfield cleanup fund appropriation, a contract renewal with ECIVIS, and a neighborhood map amendment. Two master plans were held in committee pending a public hearing, and a substitute was approved for each.

• Forwarded EV charging infrastructure ordinance to full council (21-O-0618)
• Forwarded HOPWA contract extension with Africa's Children's Fund to full council (21-O-0619)
• Forwarded MLK Dr. fence and lightbox art installation contract to full council (21-O-0620)
• Forwarded Summer Food Service Program grant acceptance to full council (21-O-0621)
• Favorable recommendation for brownfield cleanup fund appropriation (21-O-0482, unanimous)
• Favorable recommendation for ECIVIS contract renewal (21-O-0586, unanimous)
• Favorable as amended for neighborhood map incorporation (21-O-0609, unanimous)
• Held My Upper Westside Masterplan and Peachtree Battle Transportation Study in committee (21-O-0583, 21-O-0598)

Zoning Committee - Regular Committee Meeting

The Atlanta Zoning Committee is meeting to consider multiple rezoning applications and related ordinances. Items include first readings for several property rezonings, a special use permit, and second readings for larger rezoning requests. The committee will also review held items on short-term rentals and zoning variances.

• Rezone 660-672 11th St NW from I-1 to MRC-3 (Z-21-65)
• Rezone 1800 Metropolitan Pkwy SW from MRC-1-C to C-2 (Z-21-67)
• Rezone 539 and 509 Pryor St SW from SPI-18 SA4 to SA1 (Z-21-68, Z-21-69)
• Special use permit for outdoor enterprise at 778 Oak St SW (U-21-18)
• Second reading: rezone 36.14 acres in West Midtown to MRC-3-C/BL (Z-21-37)

The Atlanta Zoning Committee forwarded eight rezoning and special use permit ordinances to the full council for referral, held two items for further review, and gave favorable recommendations to two ordinances. The committee also adopted its agenda and approved its minutes unanimously.

• Forwarded 8 rezoning/special use ordinances to full council for referral
• Held Z-21-37 (West Midtown rezoning) in committee unanimously
• Gave favorable recommendation to Z-21-52 (1971 Ridgewood Drive rezoning) 5-0
• Gave favorable recommendation to 821 Kirkwood Avenue lot split waiver 5-0
• Held short-term rental ordinance (Z-21-49) in committee
• Held tree preservation variance ordinance (Z-21-27) in committee
• Adopted agenda unanimously
• Approved minutes unanimously