Roswell, GA

Design Review Board - Special Called Meeting

The Roswell Design Review Board meets Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at 6:30 PM in City Hall Council Chambers. The board will hear two initial applications: a regional stormwater detention pond at 320 Hardscrabble Road for World Harvest Church, and a new outdoor classroom and playground at 300 Grimes Bridge Road for the Swift School. Both items are being heard as initial reviews; staff recommends that if the board treats them as final, all staff comments must be addressed at the permit stage. The board will also discuss member attendance for its November 6, 2026 meeting and vote on approval of the September 1, 2026 minutes.

• ZDRB-0726-000038: World Harvest Church regional detention pond at 320 Hardscrabble Road, with a Taupestone modular block retaining wall and a 5-foot black aluminum perimeter fence
• The detention pond would cross the property line between World Harvest Church and Gethsemane Garden Missionary Baptist Church; a Modification to Zoning Conditions with 2 Concurrent Variances was approved by the city on July 27, 2026
• ZDRB-0826-000045: Swift School outdoor classroom and playground at 300 Grimes Bridge Road, including an approximately 1,170-square-foot covered outdoor classroom and ADA accessibility improvements
• Discussion of board member attendance for the November 6, 2026 DRB meeting
• Approval of the September 1, 2026 DRB minutes

Mayor and Council - Regular Meeting

Committees of Council - Regular Meeting

Historic Preservation Commission - Regular Meeting

Board of Zoning Appeals - Regular Meeting

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

Mayor and Council - Regular Meeting

Committees of Council - Regular Meeting

Alcoholic Beverage License Board - Public Hearing

Mayor and Council - Workshop

Roswell Recreation Commission - Regular Meeting

Roswell Recreation Commission - Work Session

Design Review Board - Regular Meeting

Mayor and Council - Regular Meeting

Board of Zoning Appeals - Regular Meeting

Committees of Council - Regular Meeting

Historic Preservation Commission - Regular Meeting

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

Mayor and Council - Workshop

Mayor and Council - Regular Meeting

Committees of Council - Regular Meeting

Mayor and Council - Open Forum

Design Review Board - Regular Meeting

Roswell Recreation Commission - Work Session

Alcoholic Beverage License Board - Public Hearing

Roswell Recreation Commission - Regular Meeting

Mayor and Council - Special Called Public Hearing

Board of Zoning Appeals - Regular Meeting

Historic Preservation Commission - Regular Meeting

Mayor and Council - Regular Meeting

Committees of Council - Regular Meeting

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

Design Review Board - Regular Meeting

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

Roswell Recreation Commission - Work Session

The Roswell Recreation Commission meets Thursday, October 1, 2026, at 6:30 PM at the Adult Recreation Center. The main agenda item is a discussion on replacing playgrounds at East Roswell Park, Groveway Community Park, Roswell Area Park, and Sloan Street Park. The commission will also vote on approving the September 3, 2026 minutes and review the capital project list. A possible quorum of the Mayor and City Council is noted.

• Discussion on playground replacement at East Roswell Park, Groveway Community Park, Roswell Area Park, and Sloan Street Park
• Vote to approve 09.03.26 meeting minutes
• Capital Project List update covering 35 projects, including Roswell Area Park Pond construction (100% complete) and Grimes Bridge soccer field renovations (90%)
• Upcoming meetings scheduled for November 5, 2026

Alcoholic Beverage License Board - Public Hearing

Roswell Recreation Commission - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Recreation Commission meets Thursday, October 1, 2026, at 6:30 PM at the Adult Recreation Center. The main agenda item is a discussion on replacing playgrounds at East Roswell Park, Groveway Community Park, Roswell Area Park, and Sloan Street Park. The commission will also vote on approving minutes from its September 3, 2026 meeting and receive an updated capital project list. A possible quorum of the Mayor and City Council is noted.

• Discussion on playground replacement at East Roswell Park, Groveway Community Park, Roswell Area Park, and Sloan Street Park (capital project #22, listed in procurement, target June 2026–June 2027)
• Vote to approve the September 3, 2026 meeting minutes
• Capital Project List update: 35 projects listed, including Roswell Area Park Pond construction (100% complete), Roswell Area Park asphalt resurfacing (100% complete), and Grimes Bridge soccer field conversion to artificial turf (90%)
• Upcoming meetings: Recreation Commission Work Session and Meeting on Thursday, November 5, 2026, at the Adult Recreation Center
• Possible quorum of Mayor and City Council noted on the agenda

Committees of Council - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Committees of Council meets Sept. 29, 2026 to vote on awarding a $133,488 stormwater pipe lining task order on Charleston Drive and a $1,468,683.14 playground replacement contract for four parks, plus amendments to the Development Impact Fees Ordinance and the Unified Development Code. The committee also reviews minutes from its Sept. 15 meeting, where it advanced Fire Station #27 and #23 construction contracts to Mayor and Council. Committee votes typically forward items to the full Mayor and Council.

• Task order with Utility Asset Management for Charleston Drive Stormwater Pipe Lining Project: $133,488, total project authorization $146,836
• Contract with Dominica Recreation Products for playgrounds at East Roswell Park, Groveway Community Park, Roswell Area Park, and Sloan Street Park: $1,468,683.14, total authorization $1,542,117.00
• Amendment to the Development Impact Fees Ordinance
• Updates to the Unified Development Code (UDC)
• Sept. 15 minutes show Fire Station #27 contract with Spratlin Construction up to $8,475,514 and Fire Station #23 CMAR contract up to $7,148,320 advanced to Mayor and Council

Mayor and Council - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Mayor and Council meets Monday, September 28, 2026, to hold a second reading and vote on a 5.900 millage rate for Tax Year 2026, following a first reading on September 14 where a 5.9 rate was proposed and passed 4-2. Council will also consider consent items including two fire station construction contracts with Spratlin Construction totaling about $15.6 million, a Justice Assistance Grant application, and the 2027 meeting calendar. First readings of two Unified Development Code amendments on signs and second readings of ordinance changes on occupation taxes and illegal water use are also on the agenda.

• Millage rate ordinance for Tax Year 2026 set at 5.900 (second reading, ID #10561)
• Fire Station #27 contract to Spratlin Construction: $8,475,514, total project authorization $9,147,986 (ID #9912)
• Fire Station #23 CMAR contract to Spratlin Construction: $7,148,320, project authorization $7,873,177 (ID #10600)
• Resolution to apply for and accept the FY2026 Justice Assistance Grant from the U.S. Department of Justice (ID #10626)
• UDC amendments on LED strip lighting in windows and temporary on-site real estate signs (first readings, ID #10631 and #10632)

The Roswell Mayor and Council approved a 2026 millage rate of 4.049 for maintenance and operations plus 1.183 for debt service, a total of 5.232, on second reading by a 4-2 vote. The consent agenda passed unanimously, including two construction contracts with Spratlin Construction for Fire Station #27 ($8,475,514) and Fire Station #23 ($7,148,320). Two Unified Development Code sign amendments passed first reading unanimously and advance to a second reading on October 13, 2026. The meeting also included proclamations for Youth Day and a veteran award, and recognition of police reaccreditation.

• Adopted 2026 millage rate: 4.049 M&O plus 1.183 debt service = 5.232 total (4-2; Beeson and Brumley opposed)
• Approved consent agenda unanimously, including minutes, a FY2026 Justice Assistance Grant resolution, and the 2027 meeting calendar
• Approved $8,475,514 lump sum contract to Spratlin Construction for Fire Station #27, with total project authorization of $9,147,986
• Approved $7,148,320 CMAR contract to Spratlin Construction for Fire Station #23, with project authorization of $7,873,177
• Approved first reading of UDC amendment on LED strip lighting in windows (unanimous); next reading 10/13/2026
• Approved first reading of UDC amendment on temporary on-site real estate signs (unanimous); next reading 10/13/2026
• Approved second reading of ordinance amending occupation tax enforcement (unanimous)
• Approved second reading of ordinance amending illegal use of water (unanimous)

Mayor and Council - Special Called Public Hearing on Millage Rate

The Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed millage rate for Tax Year 2026. The proposed rate of 5.900 includes 4.717 for General Fund Maintenance and Operations and 1.183 for Voter-Approved Bonded Debt Service.

• Public Hearing on the Millage Rate of 5.900 for Tax Year 2026
• Proposed 4.717 mills for General Fund Maintenance and Operations
• Proposed 1.183 mills for Voter-Approved Bonded Debt Service

The Roswell Mayor and Council held a special called public hearing on September 21, 2026 on a millage rate of 5.900 for Tax Year 2026. The minutes record the result as "NO VOTE NEEDED," so no decision was made at this hearing. All seven members — Mayor Mary Robichaux and Councilmembers Sarah Beeson, Eren Brumley, Christine Hall, Jennifer Phillippi, Allen Sells, and Chris Zack — were present. The meeting adjourned at 9:43 PM.

• Held public hearing on millage rate of 5.900 for Tax Year 2026 (no vote needed)

Mayor and Council - Possible Quorum of Mayor & Council-Town Hall

The Roswell Mayor and Council will host a town hall to discuss the city’s proposed millage rate (property tax rate) and the Fiscal Year 2027 budget. Residents may attend in person or participate as the public to ask questions.

• Public town hall on proposed FY2027 budget and millage rate
• Open to all residents at Eagles Nest Church, 2342 Holcomb Bridge Road

Committees of Council - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Committees of Council will vote on awarding construction contracts for two new fire stations to Spratlin Construction, funded by 2022 voter-approved bonds. They will also approve the 2027 meeting calendar and the minutes from the August 25, 2026 meeting.

• Award lump sum contract to Spratlin Construction for Fire Station #27, not to exceed $8,475,514 (total project budget $9,147,896.40)
• Award CMAR contract to Spratlin Construction for Fire Station #23, not to exceed $7,148,320 (total project budget $7,873,177.20)
• Approve 2027 Mayor and Council and Committee meeting calendar, including holiday adjustments
• Approve minutes from August 25, 2026 committee meeting

The Committees of Council approved moving two construction contract considerations to the Mayor and Council. These items include potential contracts for Fire Station #27 and Fire Station #23. The committee also approved previous meeting minutes and the 2027 meeting calendar.

• Approved August 25, 2026, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2027 meeting calendar to move to Mayor and Council (unanimous)
• Approved $8,475,514 Spratlin Construction contract consideration for Fire Station #27 to move to Mayor and Council (unanimous)
• Approved $7,148,320 CMAR services contract consideration for Fire Station #23 to move to Mayor and Council (unanimous)

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission will review three text amendments to the Unified Development Code. These include new regulations for LED window lighting, updated rules for real estate signs on occupied buildings, and adding auto showrooms and maintenance as permitted uses in specific districts.

• Ordinance to prohibit LED/neon lighting that outlines windows or building features
• Amendment to require removal of ground-based real estate signs once a building is fully occupied
• Proposal to add Auto Showroom and Maintenance as a limited use in CX, CC, CH, IX, and IL districts
• Update to 'open' sign rules to prohibit blinking, flashing, or animated LED/neon signs

The Planning Commission approved two first-reading amendments to the Unified Development Code on unanimous 4-0 votes, both concerning signs: one on LED strip lighting in windows and one on temporary on-site real estate signs. A proposed amendment adding an Auto Showroom and Maintenance use was deferred to October 20, 2026, because Vice Chair Schumacher recused himself and only three voting members remained. A bylaw discussion was deferred with no vote, and the August 28, 2026 special called minutes were approved unanimously. Commissioner Pooja Gardner was absent.

• Approved UDC sign amendment on LED strip lighting in windows, as modified (4-0)
• Approved UDC amendment on temporary on-site real estate signs, with staff modifications (4-0)
• Deferred Auto Showroom and Maintenance use amendment to Oct 20, 2026 due to lack of quorum after a recusal
• Deferred bylaw discussion with no vote taken
• Approved August 28, 2026 special called minutes (4-0)

Mayor and Council - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Mayor and Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda and several regular agenda items. Key decisions include adopting the 2026 millage rate, approving contracts for stormwater and HVAC work, and considering zoning changes and ordinance amendments. The meeting also includes proclamations, appointments, and a resolution for a temporary moratorium on new sign illumination in the Historic Overlay District.

• Adopt millage rate of 7.732 for tax year 2026 (first reading)
• Approve $213,000 task order for Wexford Mill Court stormwater pipe lining
• Approve $235,449.45 contract for HVAC replacement at Crabapple Center
• Approve $100,000 IGA for water tower repainting and Hillrose sign package addition
• Impose temporary moratorium on new sign illumination in Historic Overlay District

Historic Preservation Commission - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Mayor and Council will hold a regular meeting with several consent and regular agenda items. Key decisions include adopting the 2026 millage rate, approving zoning modifications for a group home, and awarding contracts for stormwater and HVAC projects. The agenda also includes first readings of ordinance amendments and a resolution for a temporary moratorium on new sign illumination in the Historic Overlay District.

• Adopt millage rate of 7.732 for Tax Year 2026 (first reading)
• Modify zoning conditions with variances for Champions Place group home at 9460 Nesbit Ferry Road
• Approve IGA with Downtown Development Authority for water tower repainting up to $100,000 and Hillrose sign package addition
• Award task order for Wexford Mill Court Stormwater Pipe Lining up to $213,000
• Contract with AirSouth Inc. for HVAC replacement at Crabapple Center ($235,449.45, total authorization $286,117.43)

Board of Zoning Appeals - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Board of Zoning Appeals will discuss a variance request to remove corner lot Build-to-Zone requirements for a proposed commercial redevelopment at 1329 Holcomb Bridge Road. The project involves demolishing an existing bank to construct two drive-thru restaurants and a new bank. The agenda also includes a stream buffer variance for 705 Riverside Road.

• ZVAR-0626-000020 - 1329 Holcomb Bridge Road - Variance to corner lot Build-to-Zone
• SBVA-0826-000030 - 705 Riverside Road - Stream Buffer Variance
• August 25, 2026 BZA Special Called Minutes

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance for 1329 Holcomb Bridge Road, contingent upon a site plan dated July 29, 2026. The board also approved a city-requested variance for 705 Riverside Road. Additionally, the minutes from the August 25, 2026, special called meeting were approved.

• Approved variance for 1329 Holcomb Bridge Road with conditions (4-0)
• Approved city variance request for 705 Riverside Road (4-0)
• Approved August 25, 2026, meeting minutes (4-0)

Roswell Recreation Commission - Work Session

The Roswell Recreation Commission will hold a work session to discuss two items: selecting the Grand Marshal for the 2026 Youth Day Parade and updating the Recreation Commission Policy. Both items are listed as discussions with no financial impact or staff recommendation provided.

• Discussion of the 2026 Youth Day Parade Grand Marshal
• Discussion on updating the Recreation Commission Policy

Roswell Recreation Commission - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Recreation Commission will meet to approve the 2026 Youth Day Parade Grand Marshal and receive updates on capital projects, including renovations at Crabapple Center and Roswell Area Park. The meeting will also include a discussion on recognizing an Employee of the Year and an upcoming employee appreciation lunch.

• Approval of the 2026 Youth Day Parade Grand Marshal
• Capital Project List review including Crabapple Center interior renovations (60% complete) and Roswell Area Park pond construction (95% complete)
• Employee Appreciation Lunch scheduled for September 2026
• Discussion on Employee of the Year recognition
• Upcoming meetings: Work Session on October 1, 2026, and Regular Meeting immediately following

The Roswell Recreation Commission unanimously approved the 2026 Youth Day Parade Grand Marshal and the minutes from the July 9, 2026 meeting. The commission also discussed the upcoming Employee Appreciation Luncheon, a recommendation to discuss personnel for Employee of the Year, and received information on capital projects and upcoming meetings.

• Approved 07.09.26 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Youth Day Parade Grand Marshal (unanimous)

Alcoholic Beverage License Board - Public Hearing

The Roswell Recreation Commission will meet on September 3, 2026, to discuss two items: selecting the 2026 Youth Day Parade Grand Marshal and updating the Recreation Commission Policy. Both items are informational updates with no financial impact or decisions scheduled.

Design Review Board - Regular Meeting

The Design Review Board will hold public hearings on two final applications: a new 2,550-square-foot auto service center at 10471 Alpharetta Street and a new metal building at 10473 Alpharetta Hwy. The board will also conduct initial reviews of a townhome community at 1293 Minhinette Drive and a retail center at 1340 Woodstock Road, plus discuss attendance for the October 6 meeting and approve July minutes.

• Final: ZDRB-1125-000008 - 2,550 sq ft auto service center at 10471 Alpharetta Street (Roswell Auto Care)
• Final: ZDRB-0426-000019 - metal building at 10473 Alpharetta Hwy, valuation $100,000
• Initial: ZDRB-0626-000032 - new townhome community at 1293 Minhinette Drive
• Initial: ZDRB-0726-000038 - new retail center at 1340 Woodstock Road
• Discussion of attendance for October 6, 2026 DRB meeting

The Roswell Design Review Board unanimously approved all four development applications on the agenda, including new construction at 10471 Alpharetta Street, an additional building at 10473 Alpharetta Hwy, a townhome community at 1293 Minhinette Drive, and a retail center at 1340 Woodstock Road. Each approval included specific conditions or recommendations. The board also approved the July 7, 2026 minutes and noted Vice Chair Arie Kohn's absence for the October 6, 2026 meeting.

• Approved new construction at 10471 Alpharetta Street with recommendations (unanimous)
• Approved additional building at 10473 Alpharetta Hwy with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved townhome community at 1293 Minhinette Drive with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved retail center at 1340 Woodstock Road with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved July 7, 2026 DRB minutes (unanimous)

Mayor and Council - Open Forum

The Roswell Mayor and Council will vote to approve a $92,031.26 purchase from NDEVIO to complete the audiovisual technology for the Emergency Operations Center at 10810 Holcomb Bridge Road. The agenda also includes a ceremony to swear in 17 new firefighters, marking the fourth year of the city's five-year plan to transition to a full-time fire department. The AV project is funded by bond proceeds and includes new displays and integration of existing city-owned equipment.

• Approval of $92,031.26 purchase from NDEVIO for Emergency Operations Center AV technology
• Swearing-in ceremony for 17 new firefighters
• Purchase includes one Samsung 115-inch and three Samsung 85-inch 4K displays
• Project funded by Public Safety Headquarters Project 57101 bond proceeds
• Integration of existing City-owned audio and control equipment (Biamp, Crestron, Extron, QSC)

The Roswell Mayor and Council approved a $92,031.26 purchase for audiovisual technology to complete the Emergency Operations Center. The vote was unanimous. Seventeen new firefighters were sworn in during the meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $92,031.26 NDEVIO purchase for Emergency Operations Center AV technology (unanimous)

Planning Commission - Special Called Meeting

The Planning Commission is holding a special called meeting to discuss bylaws. No specific changes or outcomes are detailed in the agenda.

• Bylaw discussion

The Planning Commission met in a special called session on August 28, 2026, with four of five commissioners present. The only agenda item was a discussion of bylaws, which was discussed with no motions or votes. The meeting adjourned at 3:08 PM. No substantive decisions were made.

• Bylaw discussion held; no motions or votes (DISCUSSED)

Committees of Council - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Committees of Council will consider several purchases and agreements, including a $92,031.26 audiovisual system for the Emergency Operations Center, a $100,000 intergovernmental agreement for water tower repainting, and a $235,449.45 HVAC replacement contract. They will also discuss the second millage rate and 2027 budget, and receive a presentation on Fulton County's Service Delivery Strategy. The agenda includes two code amendments and a task order for stormwater pipe lining.

• Approve NDEVIO purchase of $92,031.26 for EOC audiovisual technology
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Downtown Development Authority for Water Tower Repainting up to $100,000
• Contract with AirSouth Inc. for HVAC replacement at Crabapple Center: $235,449.45 (total authorization $286,117.43)
• Memorandum of Agreement with GDOT for $45,000 for Big Creek Greenway Community Connectivity project
• Task Order with Utility Asset Management for Wexford Mill Court Stormwater Pipe Lining up to $213,000

The Committees of Council unanimously approved moving seven spending items and two code amendments to the Mayor and Council for final action at their Sept. 14 meeting. The largest items include a $235,449 HVAC replacement contract at Crabapple Center and a $213,000 stormwater pipe lining project. The council also discussed the 2026 millage and 2027 budget, with no decision made.

• Approved $92,031.26 NDEVIO purchase for Emergency Operations Center AV technology (unanimous)
• Approved intergovernmental agreement with Downtown Development Authority for water tower repainting up to $100,000 and Hillrose Master Sign Package addition (unanimous)
• Approved $235,449.45 contract with AirSouth Inc. for HVAC Units #2 & #3 replacement at Crabapple Center, total authorization $286,117.43 (unanimous)
• Approved $45,000 GDOT agreement for Big Creek Greenway Community Connectivity preliminary engineering oversight (unanimous)
• Approved $213,000 task order with Utility Asset Management for Wexford Mill Court stormwater pipe lining (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Chapter 10, Section 10.3.15 on occupation tax enforcement (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Chapter 24, Section 24.5.7 on illegal water use (unanimous)
• Approved Fulton County Service Delivery Strategy Overview presentation to move forward (unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals - Special Called

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on two variance requests for a proposed convenience store with fuel pumps at 1050 Holcomb Bridge Road. Staff recommends denying the request to reduce street-facing transparency and approving the request to waive the pedestrian entrance facing the primary street. The board will also consider a variance at 10855 Houze Road and approve minutes from a prior meeting.

• Variance to reduce primary street transparency from 60% to 0% and side street from 30% to 23% at 1050 Holcomb Bridge Road
• Variance to remove pedestrian entrance facing Holcomb Bridge Road at 1050 Holcomb Bridge Road
• Staff recommends denial of transparency variance and approval of pedestrian entrance variance with condition
• Variance to the Build-to-Zone at 10855 Houze Road
• Approval of June 23, 2026 BZA Special Called Minutes

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved two variances for a proposed convenience store with fuel pumps at 1050 Holcomb Bridge Road, both unanimously with conditions. A variance request for 10855 Houze Road was deferred unanimously. The board also approved the June 23, 2026 special called minutes.

• Approved variance to reduce transparency requirements at 1050 Holcomb Bridge Rd, with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved variance to remove pedestrian entrance requirement at 1050 Holcomb Bridge Rd, with condition (unanimous)
• Deferred variance request at 10855 Houze Rd (unanimous)
• Approved June 23, 2026 BZA special called minutes (unanimous)

Mayor and Council - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Mayor and Council will hold a regular meeting on August 24, 2026, with items including the recognition of retiring City Attorney David Davidson, the appointment and swearing-in of Joseph Cusack as his successor, and several consent agenda items. The consent agenda includes a grant application for the Art Center West ceramics studio expansion and two contracts for light pole installation at Smith Plantation Trail. The regular agenda includes accepting a donation for park improvements and a resolution for temporary tax collection relief.

• Recognition of City Attorney David Davidson's retirement and appointment of Joseph Cusack as new City Attorney effective September 2, 2026.
• Resolution to apply for and accept a Georgia Council for the Arts Facilities Grant up to $45,000 for the Art Center West Ceramics Studio Expansion Project.
• Contract with Sesco Lighting for $171,030.00 to purchase light poles and fixtures at Smith Plantation Trail.
• Contract with Prime Contractors for $171,871.00 (total project authorization $197,651.65) for light pole and fixture installation at Smith Plantation Trail.
• Approval to accept a $48,000 Roswell Arts Festival donation for updates to Liberty Square Park, East Roswell Dog Park, and Crabapple Center Performing Arts Studio.

The Roswell Mayor and Council unanimously approved the appointment of Joseph Cusack as City Attorney, effective September 2, 2026, following the recognition of retiring City Attorney David Davidson. The council also approved the consent agenda, a $48,000 budget amendment for park and arts facility updates, a resolution for temporary tax collection relief, and a closed session for September 14, 2026.

• Appointed Joseph Cusack as City Attorney effective Sept 2, 2026 (unanimous)
• Recognized City Attorney David Davidson's retirement
• Approved consent agenda including $171,030 Sesco Lighting contract and $171,871 Prime Contractors contract for Smith Plantation Trail (unanimous)
• Approved $48,000 budget amendment for Liberty Square Park, East Roswell Dog Park, and Crabapple Center updates (unanimous)
• Approved resolution authorizing petition for temporary tax collection relief (unanimous)
• Approved closed session on Sept 14, 2026 for personnel, litigation, and real estate (unanimous)

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a text amendment to the Unified Development Code (UDC) Article 11.6, which would update development impact fees based on a 2025 Impact Fee Study. The commission will make a recommendation to the Mayor and Council. The agenda also includes approval of the July 21, 2026 meeting minutes.

• Text amendment to UDC Article 11.6 to revise development impact fees, including new fee schedule based on 2025 Impact Fee Study
• New residential impact fees range from $1,844 (units ≤1,000 sq ft) to $4,135 (units >4,000 sq ft)
• New nonresidential fees per 1,000 sq ft: Industrial $1,065, Commercial $3,033, Office & Other Services $1,526
• Approval of July 21, 2026 Planning Commission meeting minutes

The Roswell Mayor and Council unanimously appointed Joseph Cusack as City Attorney, effective September 2, 2026, and recognized retiring City Attorney David Davidson. The council also approved the consent agenda, a $48,000 arts festival donation for park and studio updates, a resolution for temporary tax collection relief, and a closed session for September 14.

• Recognized City Attorney David Davidson's retirement
• Appointed Joseph Cusack as City Attorney, effective Sept 2, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, $45,000 arts grant application, $171,030 lighting contract, and $171,871 installation contract (unanimous)
• Approved $48,000 budget amendment for Liberty Square Park, East Roswell Dog Park, and Crabapple Center updates (unanimous)
• Authorized filing petition for temporary municipal and ad valorem tax collection relief (unanimous)
• Approved closed session on Sept 14, 2026 for personnel, litigation, and real estate (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a text amendment to the Unified Development Code (UDC) Article 11.6 to update development impact fees, based on a 2025 Impact Fee Study. The amendment includes a new fee computation chart with revised rates for residential and nonresidential development. The Commission will make a recommendation to the Mayor and Council, who have final approval authority. The agenda also includes approval of the July 21, 2026 meeting minutes.

• Text amendment to UDC Article 11.6 (Development Impact Fees) with new fee schedule
• New residential impact fees range from $1,844 (homes ≤1,000 sq ft) to $4,135 (homes >4,000 sq ft)
• New nonresidential fees per 1,000 sq ft: commercial $3,033, office $1,526, industrial $1,065
• Based on 2025 Impact Fee Study by consultant Tischler-Bise
• Public hearing on the amendment

Committees of Council - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Committees of Council will vote on several items, including applying for a $45,000 Georgia Council for the Arts grant for the Art Center West Ceramics Studio Expansion, approving two contracts for light pole installation at Smith Plantation Trail, and discussing a text amendment to the Unified Development Code for vehicle sales regulations. The agenda also includes a presentation on the FY2026 Q2 review and a discussion of the FY2027 budget and tax year 2026.

• Resolution to apply for and accept a $45,000 Georgia Council for the Arts Facilities Grant for Art Center West Ceramics Studio Expansion (total project $90,000 with city match)
• Contract with Prime Contractors for $171,871.00 (total authorization $197,651.65) for Light Pole and Fixture installation at Smith Plantation Trail
• Contract with Sesco Lighting for $171,030.00 for purchase of Light Poles and Fixtures at Smith Plantation Trail
• Ordinance to amend Unified Development Code Art. 4 and Art. 9 for Vehicle Sales/Rental regulations and Auto Showroom and Maintenance definition
• Presentation of FY2026 Q2 Quarterly Management Review and FY2027 Budget/Tax Year 2026 discussion

The Committees of Council unanimously approved moving three items to the Mayor and Council for final action: a Georgia Council for the Arts Facilities Grant application for the Art Center West Ceramics Studio Expansion (up to $45,000), a $171,871 contract with Prime Contractors for light pole and fixture installation at Smith Plantation Trail (total project authorization $197,651.65), and a $171,030 contract with Sesco Lighting for the purchase of light poles and fixtures for the same trail. The committees also unanimously approved sending a text amendment to the Unified Development Code regarding vehicle sales/rental and auto showroom regulations to the Planning Commission. The FY2026 Q2 Quarterly Management Review was presented, and the FY2027 Budget/Tax Year 2026 was discussed, with no decisions recorded on those items.

• Approved to move to Mayor and Council: Resolution to apply for and accept a Georgia Council for the Arts Facilities Grant for Art Center West Ceramics Studio Expansion, not to exceed $45,000.
• Approved to move to Mayor and Council: Contract with Prime Contractors for $171,871.00 (total project authorization $197,651.65) for Light Pole and Fixture installation at Smith Plantation Trail.
• Approved to move to Mayor and Council: Contract with Sesco Lighting for $171,030.00 for purchase of Light Poles and Fixtures at Smith Plantation Trail.
• Approved to move to Planning Commission: Ordinance for text amendment to Unified Development Code for Vehicle Sales/Rental regulations and Auto Showroom definition/use standards.
• Approved unanimously: Committee Meeting Minutes of July 28, 2026.
• Presented: FY2026 Q2 Quarterly Management Review.
• Discussed: Fiscal Year 2027 Budget and Tax Year 2026.

Board of Zoning Appeals - Regular Meeting

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider two variance requests for a proposed convenience store and fuel pump facility. The applicant seeks to reduce transparency requirements for the building's facade and remove the requirement for a pedestrian entrance facing the primary street.

• ZVAR-0626-000017: Variance to reduce transparency requirements at 1050 Holcomb Bridge Road
• ZVAR-0626-000017: Variance to remove pedestrian entrance facing primary street at 1050 Holcomb Bridge Road
• ZVAR-1125-000002: Variance to the BTZ at 10855 Houze Road

Mayor and Council - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Mayor and Council will consider consent agenda items including right-of-way acquisition for the Pine Grove Phase 1A project, contracts for the 911 range, tennis courts, gym floors, and HVAC upgrades. The regular agenda includes a rezoning request for 0 Old Roswell Road, second readings of ordinances on stormwater and data centers, and a resolution to apply for a $3M transportation loan.

• Right-of-way acquisition for Pine Grove Phase 1A (roundabout at North Coleman Rd and Pine Grove Rd, multi-use trail) up to $1,250,000
• Contract with Range Systems for 911 Range Improvement: $1,109,979 (total authorization $1,220,977)
• Contract with Signature Tennis for East Roswell tennis court replacement: $197,760 (total $227,424)
• Contract with Covington Flooring for Hembree Park gym court replacement: $117,027 (total $128,729)
• Rezoning request to OR (Office Residential) for 0 Old Roswell Road (deferred from July 27)

The Roswell Mayor and Council denied a rezoning request for 0 Old Roswell Road to Office Residential (OR) by a 3-2 vote, after an initial motion to approve failed 2-3. The council unanimously approved on second reading three ordinances amending the Unified Development Code and Code of Ordinances related to stormwater management and data centers. A resolution to apply for up to $3,000,000 in loans and $1,500,000 in grants from the Georgia Transportation Infrastructure Bank was approved 3-2, with the mayor breaking a tie. The consent agenda, including contracts for right-of-way acquisition, a 911 range improvement, and various facility projects, was approved unanimously.

• Rezoning to OR at 0 Old Roswell Road denied (3-2)
• Approved UDC stormwater management amendment, Ordinance 2026-08-11 (unanimous)
• Approved stormwater management code amendment, Ordinance 2026-08-12 (unanimous)
• Approved data center UDC amendment, Ordinance 2026-08-13 (unanimous)
• Approved GTIB loan/grant application resolution 2026-08-20 (3-2, mayor broke tie)
• Approved consent agenda including $1.25M Pine Grove right-of-way services (unanimous)
• Approved $1.11M 911 Range Improvement contract (unanimous)
• Approved closure session for Aug 24, 2026 (unanimous)

Roswell Recreation Commission - Regular Meeting

The Roswell Mayor and Council will consider a consent agenda with multiple contracts, including $1.25 million for right-of-way acquisition for the Pine Grove Phase 1A road project and $1.1 million for a police firing range upgrade. The regular agenda includes a rezoning request for 0 Old Roswell Road, second readings of ordinances on stormwater management and data centers, and a resolution to apply for up to $3 million in state transportation loans and grants.

• Right-of-way acquisition for Pine Grove Phase 1A (roundabout at North Coleman Rd/Pine Grove Rd, multi-use trail) up to $1,250,000
• Contract with Range Systems for 911 Range Improvement project: $1,109,979 (total authorization $1,220,977)
• Contract with Signature Tennis for East Roswell tennis court replacement: $197,760 (total $227,424)
• Rezoning to OR (Office Residential) for 0 Old Roswell Road (Pope & Land), deferred from July 27
• Resolution to apply for GTIB loan up to $3,000,000 and grant up to $1,500,000

The Roswell Mayor and Council denied a rezoning request for 0 Old Roswell Road to Office Residential (OR) by a 3-2 vote, after an initial motion to approve failed 2-3. The council unanimously approved on second reading three ordinances amending the Unified Development Code and Code of Ordinances related to stormwater management and data centers. A resolution to apply for up to $3,000,000 in loans and $1,500,000 in grants from the Georgia Transportation Infrastructure Bank was approved 3-2, with Mayor Mary Robichaux breaking a tie and Councilmember Sarah Beeson recused. The consent agenda, including contracts for right-of-way acquisition, a 911 range improvement, tennis court replacement, gymnasium flooring and basketball goals, HVAC projects, and City Hall improvements, was approved unanimously.

• Denied rezoning to OR for 0 Old Roswell Road (3-2)
• Approved UDC stormwater management amendment, Ordinance 2026-08-11 (unanimous)
• Approved post-development stormwater management amendment, Ordinance 2026-08-12 (unanimous)
• Approved data center UDC amendment, Ordinance 2026-08-13 (unanimous)
• Approved GTIB loan/grant application resolution 2026-08-20 (3-2, mayor broke tie)
• Approved consent agenda including $1.25M Pine Grove right-of-way acquisition (unanimous)
• Approved $1,109,979 contract for 911 Range Improvement project (unanimous)
• Approved $197,760 tennis court replacement contract (unanimous)

Alcoholic Beverage License Board - Public Hearing

The Alcoholic Beverage License Board will hold a public hearing on August 6, 2026, to consider two applications for new owners of existing businesses: Roswell Mini Mart (package/beer/wine/Sunday sales) and Kaya Sushi & Ramen (limited consumption on premises/beer/wine, no Sunday sales).

• Public hearing for Roswell Mini Mart, 146 Norcross St., new owner Aakanksha Patangay / Roswell Corner Mart, Inc.
• Public hearing for Kaya Sushi & Ramen, 10707 Alpharetta Hwy, new owner Bui Eng Doyle / Kaya Restaurant, Inc.

The Alcoholic Beverage License Board unanimously approved the June 4, 2026 meeting minutes and three alcohol license applications for new owners of existing businesses. All decisions were unanimous with no discussion or opposition recorded.

• Approved June 4, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved package beer & wine with Sunday sales for Roswell Mini Mart, new owner Aakanksha Patangay / Roswell Corner Mart, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved limited consumption on premises, beer & wine, no Sunday sales for Kaya Sushi & Ramen, new owner Bui Eng Doyle / Kaya Restaurant, Inc. (unanimous)

Roswell Recreation Commission - Work Session

Design Review Board - Regular Meeting

The Alcoholic Beverage License Board will hold a public hearing on two existing-business, new-owner applications for alcohol licenses. The board will also consider approval of minutes from its June 4, 2026 meeting.

• Public hearing for Roswell Mini Mart (146 Norcross St.) — new owner Aakanksha Patangay / Roswell Corner Mart, Inc. seeking Package / Beer & Wine / Sunday Sales license
• Public hearing for Kaya Sushi & Ramen (10707 Alpharetta Hwy) — new owner Bui Eng Doyle / Kaya Restaurant, Inc. seeking Limited Consumption on the Premises / Beer & Wine / No Sunday Sales license

The Alcoholic Beverage License Board approved the minutes from the June 4, 2026 meeting and unanimously approved three alcohol license applications. Two were for new owners of existing businesses: Roswell Mini Mart (package/beer/wine with Sunday sales) and Kaya Sushi & Ramen (limited consumption on premises, beer/wine, no Sunday sales). All votes were unanimous.

• Approved June 4, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved alcohol license for Roswell Mini Mart, new owner Aakanksha Patangay / Roswell Corner Mart, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved alcohol license for Kaya Sushi & Ramen, new owner Bui Eng Doyle / Kaya Restaurant, Inc. (unanimous)