Mableton public meetings in 2025
67 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals will hear a variance request to reduce the required 35-foot rear yard setback by 10 feet to allow construction of a 726-square-foot two-car garage at 4706 Glore Rd. The meeting also includes call to order, roll call, approval of minutes, and adjournment.
- VAR-25-009: request to reduce rear yard setback from 35 ft to 25 ft at 4706 Glore Rd for a 726 sq ft two-car garage
City Council
The Mableton City Council holds a regular meeting with public hearings on three rezoning requests, including a deferred 101-home project. The consent agenda includes adoption of a city-wide fee schedule for FY 2026-2027. New business features a resolution to create a Public Safety Special Service District, adoption of an interim comprehensive plan, and a budget amendment.
- Public hearing on rezoning 0.5 acre at 4470 Floyd Drive from R-20 to RD for a duplex (second read).
- Public hearing on rezoning 4.0 acres at 6851 Queen Mill Road from R-20 to R-15 for seven single-family homes (second read).
- Public hearing on rezoning 22 acres (Old Alabama Rd and Cardell Rd) from R-20/OSC to RA-6 for 101 homes – deferred to January 2026.
- Consent agenda includes adoption of FY 2026-2027 City Wide Fee Schedule.
- New business: Consideration and approval of a Resolution Creating a Public Safety Special Service District.
The City Council voted 7‑0 to approve REZ‑2025‑005, rezoning 4470 Floyd Drive from R‑20 to RD and amending the staff stipulations by removing the HVAC location requirement, reducing the tree requirement to one per unit, and striking the short‑term rental ban. The council also approved REZ‑2025‑004, rezoning 6851 Queen Mill Road from R‑20 to R‑15 and granting a 25‑foot front‑yard setback variance, with the developer responsible for curb, gutter, and sidewalk construction; the motion passed unanimously. Two executive‑session motions (to enter and later close the session) also passed 7‑0.
- Approved REZ‑2025‑005 duplex rezoning with amended stipulations (7‑0)
- Approved REZ‑2025‑004 rezoning and 25‑ft setback variance, developer to pay for curb/gutter/sidewalk (unanimous)
- Motion to enter executive session on litigation, real estate, personnel (7‑0)
- Motion to close executive session (7‑0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
General
The License Review Board will meet to hear an appeal regarding a license denial for Plaza Package 2.0 LLC dba Plaza Liquor 2.0. The board will also handle organizational items, including the appointment of a Chair and Secretary.
- Appeal for license denial: Plaza Package 2.0 LLC dba Plaza Liquor 2.0
- Appointment of Chair and Secretary
General
The Mableton Ethics Board is holding a special called meeting to discuss procedures and processes for handling ethics complaints. The board will also vote on approving minutes from October 14, 2025. No new complaints or specific cases are on the agenda.
- Discussion of processes and procedures for Ethics Complaints
- Approval of October 14, 2025 Ethics Board Meeting Minutes
The Ethics Board approved the October 14, 2025 meeting minutes with a 6-0 vote. It also approved forming a committee to draft policies and procedures for handling ethics complaints, also by a 6-0 vote. The meeting was adjourned at 8:18 PM with a unanimous 6-0 vote.
- Approved October 14, 2025 Ethics Board minutes (6-0)
- Approved formation of committee to draft ethics complaint policies (6-0)
- Adjourned meeting (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the FY 2026-2027 city-wide fee schedule and an ordinance amending the 2024-25 spending plan. The body will also review several zoning requests and municipal court administrative agreements.
- First read of an ordinance amending the 2024-25 Spending Plan/Budget
- Resolution to adopt FY 2026-2027 City Wide Fee Schedule
- REZ-2025-004: Request to rezone 4.0-acre parcel at 6851 Queen Mill Road from R-20 to R-15 for seven single-family homes
- REZ-2025-005: Request to rezone 0.5-acre parcel at 4470 Floyd Drive from R-20 to RD for a duplex project
- OZI-2025-004: Request to construct an accessory structure over 1,000 square feet at 2480 East-West Connector
The council voted 7-0 to confirm Mayor Owens' recommendation appointing Andres Herazo to the License Review Board. The council noted a vacancy for District 6 on the board and that councilmembers will need to fill it. No other items were voted on during this work session.
- Approved appointment of Andres Herazo to the License Review Board (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning Commission will discuss three requests to rezone parcels for single-family homes and a duplex. One applicant is expected to request a deferral for a 101-home project.
- REZ-2025-004: Rezone 4.0 acres at 6851 Queen Mill Road from R-20 to R-15 for seven single-family homes
- REZ-2025-006: Rezone 22 acres at Old Alabama Rd and Cardell Rd from R-20/OSC to RA-6 for 101 single-family homes
- REZ-2025-005: Rezone 0.5 acres at 4470 Floy Drive from R-20 to RD for a duplex project
General
The License Review Board will consider an appeal from Plaza Package 2.0 LLC, doing business as Plaza Liquor 2.0, following the denial of its alcohol license. The meeting also includes organizational business such as electing a chair and secretary. A public hearing is scheduled as part of the appeal process.
- Appeal of license denial for Plaza Package 2.0 LLC dba Plaza Liquor 2.0
- Appointment of Board Chair and Secretary
- Public hearing on the license appeal
General
The council will administer the oath of office to newly elected members Michael McNeely and Cassandra Brown, and re‑elected member Debora Herndon. The agenda includes only standard items such as announcements and adjournment, with no substantive decisions scheduled.
The City of Mableton held a special council meeting on November 17, 2025. The only action taken was a motion to adjourn, which passed unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Mableton Board of Zoning Appeals will consider three variance requests at its November 13 meeting. One request (VAR-2025-006) asks to reduce the required five‑acre minimum lot for a church at 550 Lions Club Drive. Another (VAR-2025-007) seeks a reduced buffer and setback for a swimming pool at 1040 Highland Village Trail. A third request asks The Manor Prep School for an encroachment into the landscape buffer at 130 Veterans Memorial Hwy SE.
- VAR-2025-006 – TKHC Ministries request to reduce the five‑acre minimum lot for a church at 550 Lions Club Drive (Tax Parcel 17010700100 and 17010700480)
- VAR-2025-007 – Jehan Ruffin c/o Alan Humble/Artistic Pools request to reduce buffer and setback for a swimming pool at 1040 Highland Village Trail (Tax Parcel 18006600550)
- The Manor Prep School request for encroachment into the landscape buffer at 130 Veterans Memorial Hwy SE (Tax Parcel 18004400080)
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing on a deferred rezoning, receive first-quarter FY2026 financial reports, and vote on several ordinances and resolutions. Key actions include a second reading of an animal control ordinance update, a resolution to request state legislation for a redevelopment powers referendum, and approval of agreements for tax collection and professional services.
- Public hearing for REZ2025-004 (6851 Queen Mill Rd, 4.0 acres, R-20 to R-15, 7 homes) deferred to December 10, 2025
- First-quarter financial reports FY2026 presented
- Resolution requesting state legislation to authorize a referendum on redevelopment powers
- Second read of ordinance updating Chapter 14 Animal Control
- Consideration of agreement with Georgia Municipal Association for collection of delinquent insurance license taxes/fees
The council approved the meeting agenda as written with a 6‑0 vote. It then approved the consent agenda items, also 6‑0. The council approved an agreement with the Georgia Municipal Association to collect delinquent insurance license taxes, again 6‑0. The rezoning request for 6851 Queen Mill Rd was deferred until the December 10, 2025 meeting.
- Approved agenda as written (6-0)
- Approved consent agenda items (6-0)
- Approved agreement with Georgia Municipal Association for delinquent tax collection (6-0)
- Deferred rezoning REZ2025-004 for 6851 Queen Mill Rd to Dec 10, 2025
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Mableton City Council will hold a work session to discuss first readings of two ordinances: one setting the FY 2026 regular meeting schedule and another amending Chapter 14 (Animal Control) of the city code. They will also review the first quarter financial reports for FY 2026. The meeting includes a pre-regular meeting agenda review and possible closed session for litigation, real estate, or personnel matters.
- First read of ordinance setting FY 2026 regular meeting schedule
- First read of ordinance amending Chapter 14 (Animal Control)
- Review of FY 2026 first quarter financial reports
- Possible executive session for litigation, real estate, or personnel
The work session reviewed the FY 2026 meeting schedule, presented first‑quarter financials, and read the first draft of an amended Animal Control Ordinance. No ordinances or budget items were formally adopted, denied, or voted on. The only action taken was the motion to adjourn, which passed.
- Motion to adjourn passed (motion by Jeffcoat, seconded by Herndon)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning Commission will review requests to rezone parcels for residential development. Two items are currently on staff hold. The commission will also vote on the 2026 meeting calendar.
- REZ-2025-004: Request to rezone 4.0 acres at 6851 Queen Mill Road from R-20 to R-15 for seven single-family homes
- REZ-2025-005: Request to rezone 0.5 acre at 4470 Floyd Rd Drive from R-20 to RD for a duplex (Staff Hold)
- REZ-2025-006: Request to rezone 22 acres at Old Alabama Rd and Cardell Rd from R-20/OSC to RA-6 for 101 single-family homes (Staff Hold)
- Adoption of the Planning Commission 2026 Calendar
City Council
The Mableton City Council will hold a work session to address standard agenda items, review the pre‑regular meeting agenda, make announcements, and, if needed, hold an executive session for litigation matters. No specific policy decisions or contracts are listed.
- Call to Order
- Roll Call
- Agenda Items and Discussion
- Pre Regular Meeting Agenda Review
- Executive Session for litigation matters
Councilmember Dami Oladapo moved to adjourn the meeting, and Councilmember Ron Davis seconded the motion. The motion carried with a 5-0 vote. No other substantive actions were taken during the session.
- Adjourned meeting (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The Mableton City Council will hold public hearings on two zoning items: OZI-2025-007 for a convenience store with fuel sales at an outparcel, and REZ2025-004 for seven single-family homes at 6851 Queen Mill Rd (deferred to November 12). New business includes adoption of IT policies, an employee handbook, a fleet management policy, a new website provider (Civic Plus), and a fee schedule update. A first read of a historic preservation ordinance will also be introduced.
- Public hearing for OZI-2025-007: amend zoning for convenience store with fuel sales
- Rezoning REZ2025-004 for 7 homes at 6851 Queen Mill Rd deferred to Nov 12
- Consideration and approval of IT policies, employee handbook, and fleet management policy
- Approval of Civic Plus as new website provider for implementation and hosting
- First read of ordinance creating Chapter 15 (Historic Preservation) of city code
The council unanimously approved the agenda and a zoning amendment (OZI‑2025‑07) allowing a convenience store with fuel sales on a 1.8‑acre site in District 6. The rezoning request for 4 acres at 6851 Queen Mill Rd was deferred to a November 12 public hearing. The consent agenda, including three storm‑water maintenance agreements and meeting minutes, also passed 5‑0. The council adopted new IT policies and the City Employee Handbook, each with a 5‑0 vote.
- Approved agenda (5-0)
- Approved OZI‑2025‑07 zoning amendment for convenience store with fuel sales (5-0)
- Deferred REZ2025‑004 rezoning of 4.0 acres at 6851 Queen Mill Rd to November 12, 2025
- Approved Consent Agenda items (stormwater agreements and meeting minutes) (5-0)
- Approved IT policies (Generative AI, Confidentiality, Cybersecurity, Social Media) (5-0)
- Approved City of Mableton Employee Handbook and Policies (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider a variance request (VAR-2025-008) from 130 Veterans Memorial Hwy to allow encroachment into the required 20-foot landscape buffer for retaining walls, a playground, and a dumpster. A second variance item (VAR-2025-007) for a swimming pool at 1040 Highland Village Trail is on hold by staff. The meeting also includes routine business such as approval of minutes.
- VAR-2025-008: Request to encroach into 20-foot landscape buffer at 130 Veterans Memorial Hwy for retaining walls, playground, and dumpster.
- VAR-2025-007: Variance for accessory structure (swimming pool) at 1040 Highland Village Trail — item on hold by staff.
General
The Mableton Ethics Board will hold a meeting to approve previous minutes, receive training from Attorney Earle Turner, discuss updates to its bylaws, and review processes and procedures. No major decisions or public hearings are scheduled; the agenda is primarily organizational.
- Approval of September 17, 2025 Ethics Board Minutes
- Training by Attorney Earle Turner
- Discussion of updates to bylaws
- Discussion of processes and procedures
The board approved the September 17, 2025 meeting minutes (5‑0). It adopted changes to Bylaw sections 4.2, 4.3, 8.1, and 9.1 to add “the members would be present” (5‑0). The board also changed its meeting cadence to a special‑called schedule, canceling the November meeting and setting the next meeting for December 9, 2025 (5‑0).
- Approved September 17, 2025 minutes (5‑0)
- Amended Bylaw sections 4.2, 4.3, 8.1, 9.1 to add “the members would be present” (5‑0)
- Changed meeting cadence to special‑called meetings; no November meeting, next on Dec 9, 2025 (5‑0)
- Adjourned meeting at 8:05 PM (5‑0)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a rezoning application for 4 acres at 6851 Queen Mill Rd from R-20 to R-15 to allow seven single-family homes. Two previously scheduled land-use applications are listed as withdrawn or held: a dog training business on Burdette Road and a dog sitting business on Hunnicut Road. The meeting also includes procedural items such as call to order, roll call, and approval of minutes.
- REZ2025-004: Rezoning 4 acres at 6851 Queen Mill Rd from R-20 to R-15 for 7 single-family detached homes
- LUP2025-001: Withdrawn – dog training business at 5480 and 5486 Burdette Road
- LUP2025-002: Held – dog sitting business at 245 Hunnicut Road
City Council
The City Council will meet to discuss development documents for two properties and a second reading of an ordinance regarding alcoholic beverages and regulatory fees. The body will also consider appointments to the License Review Board and intergovernmental agreements.
- Second read of an ordinance updating Article 7 (Special License and Regulatory Fees) and Chapter 5 (Alcoholic Beverages)
- Development documents for Mill Grove Vista at 5178 Floyd Rd, including Final Plat and Right-of-Way Abandonment
- Stormwater Maintenance Agreement for Sweet Lake Grove
- License Review Board appointments
- Intergovernmental Agreement with Cobb County regarding regulated businesses
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Mableton City Council will hold a work session to discuss several policy items, including an employee handbook, fleet policy, IT policies, and a presentation on redevelopment powers law and tax allocation districts. The agenda also includes a recap of 2025 events, a city council newsletter, a citywide mailer, and the FY 2026 meeting calendar. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion and review session.
- Presentation on Understanding Redevelopment Powers Law and Tax Allocation Districts
- Employee handbook review presented by Jeanne Pope, HRD
- Fleet policy presentation by Finance Director Karen Ellis
- IT policies presentation by IT Director Frantz Francois
- City Council FY 2026 Meeting Calendar review
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss SPLOST 2028 with Roy Acree of Croy Engineering. The meeting also includes a review of the upcoming regular meeting agenda.
- SPLOST 2028 discussion with Program Manager Roy Acree
The council reviewed a first‑draft 2028 SPLOST list but took no action on it. A motion to go into Executive Session for litigation, real‑estate, and personnel issues passed unanimously. The session was then closed by a unanimous vote, and the meeting was adjourned 7‑0.
- Entered Executive Session for litigation, real estate, and personnel (unanimous)
- Closed Executive Session (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (7-0)
- Discussed SPLOST 2028 draft; no action taken
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The council will hold a first public hearing (no action) on a request to rezone 140 Veterans Memorial Hwy for hotel construction. Votes are scheduled on amended stipulations for properties at 320 Cooper Lake Road and 630 Riverside Parkway. Other business includes a second reading of an emergency procedures ordinance, a recycling grant application, and a first reading of ordinance updates to special license and alcoholic beverage fees.
- First read and public hearing on REZ-2025-003 for hotel at 140 Veterans Memorial Hwy
- Vote on OZI-2025-005 to amend stipulations for 7 Oak Stable at 320 Cooper Lake Road
- Vote on OZI-2025-006 to amend stipulations for Robles Partners at 630 Riverside Parkway
- Second reading of ordinance updating Chapter 1 for emergency procedures
- First reading of ordinance updating Article 7 (special license fees) and Chapter 5 (alcoholic beverages)
The council approved the meeting agenda with a 6-1 vote. Council members voted 7-0 to withdraw the rezoning application for 140 Veterans Memorial Highway without prejudice. They also approved an amendment to the 7 Oak Stable property at 320 Cooper Lake Road, allowing a larger building and roof, with a 7-0 vote.
- Approved agenda as written (6-1)
- Withdrawn rezoning application for 140 Veterans Memorial Hwy (7-0)
- Approved amendment for 7 Oak Stable at 320 Cooper Lake Rd (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
General
The Mableton Ethics Board will hold a special called meeting to organize itself by appointing a chair, vice chair, and secretary. The board will also consider and vote on adopting its official bylaws.
- Appointment of Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
- Consideration and approval of City of Mableton Board of Ethics Bylaws
- Approval of August 6, 2025, Ethics Board Training Meeting Minutes
The Mableton Ethics Board approved its meeting minutes and adopted new bylaws with modifications. Board members appointed Joel Cope as Chair, Tammi Daniel as Vice Chair, and Patricia Thomas as Secretary. They also set a regular meeting schedule for the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 pm. All motions passed unanimously.
- Approved meeting minutes (6-0)
- Appointed Joel Cope as Chair (6-0)
- Appointed Tammi Daniel as Vice Chair (6-0)
- Appointed Patricia Thomas as Secretary (6-0)
- Approved Ethics Board bylaws with modifications (6-0)
- Scheduled regular Ethics Board meetings every second Tuesday at 6:30 pm (6-0)
- Adjourned the meeting (6-0)
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Mableton Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a regular meeting. The board will consider a variance request (Case # V-2025-004) from Rayhold & Albert to reduce front and side yard setbacks to zero for existing as-built buildings at 380 Veterans Memorial Hwy. The meeting also includes procedural items such as call to order, roll call, approval of minutes, and adjournment.
- Case # V-2025-004: Variance request by Rayhold & Albert to reduce front and side yard setbacks to zero for existing as-built buildings at 380 Veterans Memorial Hwy (Tax Parcel 18004600210).
City Council
The Council will hold a public hearing on the Interim 2045 Comprehensive Plan, then consider consent agenda items including ratifications of development plans for Chase Bank, 7 Brew, Brookwood Mixed Use, and Park View Reserve. Under new business, the Council will vote on the second read of an ordinance updating nuisance regulations and creating a Safe and Healthy Housing and Property Ordinance, along with a first read of an emergency procedures ordinance and a resolution adopting a Local Emergency Operations Plan.
- Public hearing on City of Mableton Interim 2045 Comprehensive Plan Transmittal
- Ratification of elevations for Chase Bank at 4855 Floyd Rd
- Second read of ordinance creating Safe and Healthy Housing and Property Ordinance (Chapter 13)
- First read of ordinance establishing emergency procedures (Chapter 1)
- Resolution adopting Local Emergency Operations Plan
The Mableton City Council unanimously approved two ordinances: an update to Chapter 2 of the City Code of Ordinances covering administration, and an update to Chapter 13 creating a Safe and Healthy Housing ordinance. Both motions passed with a 7‑0 vote. The council also approved the agenda and consent agenda, and took no action on a proposed emergency operations plan resolution.
- Approved agenda – motion carried 7-0
- Approved consent agenda – motion carried 7-0
- Adopted Ordinance updating Chapter 2, Administration of the City Code of Ordinances – motion carried 7-0
- Adopted Ordinance updating Chapter 13, Safe and Healthy Housing – motion carried 7-0
- First read of emergency procedures ordinance – opened for discussion, no vote recorded
- Resolution on Local Emergency Operations Plan – no action taken
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
This is a work session of the Mableton City Council. They will receive updates from code enforcement, building division, and municipal court. They will discuss a proposed contract for probation services with Judicial Correction Services, LLC and a contract for court case management software with JusticeOne. Additionally, they will consider alternative methods for presenting rezoning information and options for a city council newsletter.
- Code Enforcement Department update for February through August 2025
- Riverside Properties update requested by mayor and council
- Contract for probation services with Judicial Correction Services, LLC
- Contract for court case management software with JusticeOne
- Alternative methods for presenting rezoning and entitlement cases
The council heard reports from the Code Enforcement Director, the Chief Building Official, and the Municipal Court Administrator about ongoing inspections, property repairs, and court setup. No votes or formal approvals were recorded; the meeting consisted of informational updates and discussion.
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a rezoning request for approximately 23,000 square feet on a 2.08‑acre parcel at 140 Veterans Memorial Highway. The request seeks to change the land use from Planned Suburban Community (PSC) to Community Redevelopment Center (CRC). The commission will also hold a work session as part of the meeting.
- Rez-2025-003: Request to rezone ~23,000 sq ft of a 2.08‑acre parcel at 140 Veterans Memorial Hwy from PSC to CRC
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The Mableton City Council will hold a work session on August 27, 2025. The agenda includes standard procedural steps such as call to order, roll call, agenda review, and announcements. The council may also convene an executive session to discuss litigation, personnel matters, and other exemptions as allowed by state law. No specific ordinances, contracts, or policy decisions are listed on the agenda.
The council approved the meeting agenda with a 5-0 vote and then adjourned the session with a 5-0 vote. No other items were discussed or decided.
- Approved agenda (5-0)
- Adjourned meeting (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Mableton City Council will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, consider appointments, and discuss new business including a proposed housing ordinance and an alcohol regulatory fee schedule.
- First Read of a Safe and Healthy Housing Ordinance
- First Read of an ordinance establishing a resignation process for board appointees
- First Read of an ordinance updating the city code's nuisance chapter
- Consideration of a resolution establishing an alcohol regulatory license fee schedule
- Approval of August 13 and August 11 council meeting minutes
The Mableton City Council approved the meeting agenda, confirmed two board appointments, adopted the consent agenda, and passed a resolution establishing the Alcoholic Beverage and Regulatory License Fee Schedule. All votes were unanimous or near‑unanimous.
- Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
- Approved appointments of Yolanda Bennett to Board of Zoning Appeals and Angela Weston to Board of Ethics (6-0)
- Approved consent agenda, including prior meeting minutes (6-0)
- Approved Resolution establishing Alcoholic Beverage and Regulatory License Fee Schedule (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Mableton Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a regular meeting on August 14, 2025, to consider two variance requests. The first case seeks to reduce the minimum lot size from 20,000 to 12,000 square feet and exceed the 35-foot height limit at 6247 Allen Ivy Road. The second case requests an encroachment into the city's 50-foot and 75-foot stream buffers totaling 5,253 square feet. The meeting will also include procedural items such as adopting rules and approving minutes.
- Case V-2025-002: Jamilia Brown requests variance to reduce minimum lot size from 20,000 sq ft to 12,000 sq ft and exceed height limit of 35 ft at 6247 Allen Ivy Road (Tax Parcel 18018600490)
- Case V-2025-003: Collection at Sweetwater, LLC requests encroachment into 50-ft and 75-ft stream buffers totaling 5,253 sq ft
- Adoption of rules and procedures for the Board of Zoning Appeals
- Approval of minutes from previous meeting
City Council
The Mableton City Council will hold public hearings on three ordinances covering alcoholic beverages, tax and fee assessments, and subdivision regulations. Council members will review a services agreement with Trees Atlanta for tree‑planting services. They will also consider a resolution to amend the city's Purchasing Card Policy and approve a stormwater maintenance agreement for the Leydenview subdivision.
- Second Reading – Ordinance creating Chapter 5, Alcoholic Beverages (public hearing)
- Second Reading – Ordinance updating Chapter 7, Taxes, Fees and Assessments
- Second Reading – Ordinance creating Article 5, Subdivisions under Chapter 8
- Presentation and consideration of a Services Agreement with Trees Atlanta for tree‑planting services
- Consideration and approval of a resolution to amend the Purchasing Card Policy
The council voted 6‑0 to approve OZI‑2025‑001, allowing a second liquor‑store location at 1025 Veterans Memorial Highway with six staff‑recommended stipulations. It also approved a lot‑frontage reduction for Jeff Kerlegrand (V‑2025‑01) to enable a lot split, and unanimously adopted the ordinance creating Chapter 5 Alcoholic Beverages. The ordinance updating Chapter 7 Taxes, Fees and Assessments was deferred to the end of the meeting.
- Approved OZI‑2025‑001 liquor‑store amendment with six stipulations (6‑0)
- Approved V‑2025‑01 lot‑frontage reduction for tax parcel #18016100020 (6‑0)
- Approved Ordinance creating Chapter 5 Alcoholic Beverages (unanimous)
- Deferred Ordinance updating Chapter 7 Taxes, Fees and Assessments (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Mableton City Council will hold a work session featuring presentations on the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program, an economic development update, and a 30-day review of the Municipal Court. No votes are scheduled; the session is for discussion and information gathering.
- CDBG Program Overview presentation by Cobb County's managing director
- Economic Development Update from Director Artie Jones
- Municipal Court 30-day review by Court Administrator Mallory Minor
- Pre-regular meeting agenda review and possible executive session for litigation, real estate, or personnel
The council reviewed a presentation on the Community Development Block Grant program and an economic development update, including workforce housing gaps and a proposed Tax Allocation District. Council members asked questions about timelines, resources, and zoning impacts. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting with the primary item being an ordinance to create Article 5, Subdivisions, under Chapter 8 (Buildings and Construction) of the city code. The commission will also approve previous minutes and handle any unfinished business.
- Ordinance creating Article 5 (Subdivisions) under Chapter 8 of the Mableton Code of Ordinances.
City Council
The Mableton City Council will hold public hearings and consider multiple items, including updates to the Urban Redevelopment Plan, a bond resolution, a second-read rezoning for a church, first readings of alcohol and tax ordinances, and a second reading of a subdivision ordinance. The council will also vote on a resolution to purchase fleet vehicles from Wade Ford. Staff recommends deferring two stipulation amendment requests to the August 11 meeting.
- Resolution updating Urban Redevelopment Areas and approving amended URA Plan
- Bond resolution and intergovernmental agreement with the City of Mableton
- Second read rezoning of parcels 17010700480 and 17010700100 from GC to R-20 for TKHC Ministries church construction
- First read of ordinance creating Chapter 5 (Alcoholic Beverages) – no action taken
- Resolution authorizing purchase of all fleet vehicles from Wade Ford
The City Council approved a resolution to update the Urban Redevelopment Areas, expanding Area 1 and creating Area 2, with a unanimous vote. The council also approved an amendment to the City of Mableton Urban Redevelopment Plan, passing 4‑3. A bond resolution and intergovernmental agreement were discussed, including payment details, but the minutes do not record a vote outcome.
- Approved Resolution Updating Urban Redevelopment Areas (unanimous)
- Approved amendment to the City of Mableton Urban Redevelopment Plan (4-3; yeas: Davis, Jeffcoat, Owens, Ferguson; nays: Auch, Herndon, Oladapo)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Mableton Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting to decide on three proposed ordinances: creating new subdivision regulations (Article 5), updating the environment and natural resources code (Chapter 11), and revising business taxes and licensure (Chapter 7). The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and any unfinished business.
- Ordinance creating Article 5, Subdivisions, under Chapter 8 of the City Code
- Ordinance updating Chapter 11, Environment and Natural Resources
- Ordinance updating Chapter 7, Taxes, Fees and Assessments regarding occupation tax and business licensure
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Mableton Board of Zoning Appeals will convene to consider a variance request to reduce the required lot frontage from 75 feet to 60 feet for a property on Allen Road SE. The meeting will also include procedural items and the approval of previous minutes.
- Variance Case 2025-001: Applicant Jeffery Kerlegrand seeks to reduce required lot frontage to 60' for 5995 Allen Road SE
- Approval of previous Board of Zoning Appeals minutes
- Procedural adoption of meeting agenda items
City Council
The city council will hold a work session to discuss the FY2024 annual audit presentation and review proposed city events for fiscal years 2025–2026. No votes are scheduled; these are discussion items preparing for a future regular meeting. A possible executive session for litigation, real estate, or personnel matters is listed.
- FY2024 Annual Audit Presentation
- Fiscal Year 2025–2026 City Events Review by Dr. Ashlee Houston
- Pre-regular meeting agenda review
- Possible executive session for litigation, real estate, or personnel
The council reviewed the FY2024 audit report and upcoming FY26 event budgets, but took no formal action on those items. Council members confirmed July 16 as the new meeting date for upcoming agenda items. The council voted to enter executive session for real estate, litigation, and personnel matters, then later voted to close that session. The meeting was adjourned.
- Confirmed July 16 as new meeting date
- Entered executive session for real estate, litigation and personnel (6-0)
- Closed executive session for real estate, litigation and personnel (6-0)
- Adjourned meeting (motion carried)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will consider the second read of the FY 2026 Budget ordinance and a rezoning request for a church. The body will also review appointments for city directors and requests for on-call engineering services.
- Second public hearing and approval of FY 2026 Budget ordinance
- Rezoning Case 2025-001: TKHC Ministries request to rezone parcels to R-20 for a church
- RFQ for On-Call Engineering Services for Atlas Engineers, Croy Engineering, STV Services, and Patterson & Dewar
- Grant applications for Georgia Beverage Association Community Grant and Safe Streets and Roads For All (SS4A)
- Stipulation amendments for 1140 Old Powders Springs RD SW and 4511 Austell Rd SW
The council voted unanimously to adopt the FY 2026 budget, totaling $19,211,093 across all funds. The General Fund is $16,026,093, with allocations for the Tree Fund, Six Flags Special Services District, Hotel Motel Fund, and Capital Projects Fund. The council also postponed the vote on Rezoning Case Z-2025-001 to the July 16 meeting.
- Approved FY 2026 budget (unanimous)
- Approved agenda as written (unanimous)
- Recessed regular meeting (unanimous)
- Exited executive session (unanimous)
- Adjourned work session (unanimous)
- Reopened regular meeting (unanimous)
- Postponed vote on Rezoning Case Z-2025-001 to July 16
- Approved FY 2026 budget ordinance (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals will review and adopt its Rules and Procedures document. The agenda covers meeting schedules, quorum requirements, officer duties, filing deadlines, agenda order, motion handling, voting rules, and public participation guidelines. No specific case decisions are listed; the focus is on procedural governance.
- Meeting schedule: second Thursday of each month at 6:00 PM
- Quorum requirement: any three members (or chair plus two members)
- Filing deadline for additional information: 12:00 PM Wednesday before the public hearing
- Public hearing agenda order: consent, held, continued, regular cases
- Public comment time limit: maximum ten (10) minutes per side
General
The City Council will hold a town hall meeting to provide updates on Service Delivery Strategy (SDS) Agreements with Cobb County. The session includes information on the Special Service District (SSD) and a period for resident questions.
- Updates on Service Delivery Strategy (SDS) Agreements with Cobb County
- Information regarding the Special Service District (SSD)
- Resident question and answer session
The council voted to adjourn the June 11, 2025 town hall meeting. No other substantive actions or approvals were recorded.
- Adjourned town hall meeting (unanimous)
City Council
The City Council will hold the first public hearing on the proposed FY 2026 budget and a first reading of the budget ordinance. The council will also consider two commercial lease agreements: one for Hawthorne Plaza Shopping Center and another for a suite at Mableton Parkway. Additionally, the Community Development Department will present an update and there will be discussion on establishing Keep Mableton Beautiful.
- Presentation and first public hearing on FY 2026 Budget and first reading of ordinance
- Consideration of lease agreement for Hawthorne Plaza Shopping Center, 1245 Veterans Memorial Highway, Suite 30
- Consideration of lease agreement for 6116 Mableton Parkway SW, Suite 136
- Presentation on affiliation process to establish Keep Mableton Beautiful
- Community Development Department update
The council approved the agenda as written after a motion by Councilmember Oladapo and a second by Councilmember Herndon, passing unanimously. The meeting also featured the first public hearing on the FY 2026 budget and several departmental updates, but no other formal actions were taken.
- Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Mableton Planning Commission will consider a rezoning application (Case-2025-001) for properties at 550 Lions Club Drive and Lions Club Drive, submitted by TKHC Ministries. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as call to order, roll call, and approval of minutes.
- Unfinished Business: Rezoning Case-2025-001 by TKHC Ministries at 550 Lions Club Drive and Lions Club Drive
The Mableton Planning Commission held its regular meeting on June 5, 2025 at the Riverside EpiCenter. The agenda listed approval of minutes, an unfinished rezoning case for 550 Lions Club Drive, and new business. The minutes do not record any votes, approvals, or other actions taken. Consequently, no substantive decisions were documented.
General
The Mableton City Council is holding an emergency special called meeting to discuss and consider a resolution and documents related to the Service Delivery Strategy, Intergovernmental Service Agreements, and Service Delivery Negotiations with Cobb County and other Cobb County cities. The meeting includes a public comment period. This is the only substantive item on the agenda.
- Discussion and potential vote on resolution regarding Service Delivery Strategy, Intergovernmental Service Agreements, and negotiations with Cobb County and other Cobb County cities
The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda with amendments. A motion to enter Executive Session for discussion of litigation and personnel matters was passed. The council later voted unanimously to close the Executive Session.
- Approved agenda with amendments (unanimous yeas: Owens, Davis, Oladapo, Jeffcoat, Auch, Ferguson, Herndon)
- Entered Executive Session to discuss litigation and personnel items (yeas: Owens, Davis, Oladapo, Jeffcoat, Auch, Ferguson, Herndon)
- Closed Executive Session (unanimous yeas: Owens, Davis, Oladapo, Jeffcoat, Auch, Ferguson, Herndon)
City Council
The Mableton City Council holds a work session to discuss the Cobb Travel and Tourism Agreement. The agenda also includes a pre-regular meeting agenda review, announcements, and possible executive session. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only session.
- Discussion of Cobb Travel and Tourism Agreement
- Pre-regular meeting agenda review
- Possible executive session for litigation, real estate, or personnel
The council voted to add a discussion of the Municipal Court to the work session agenda. The motion was made by Councilmember Auch, seconded by Councilmember Herndon, and passed. The meeting was then adjourned after a motion by Mayor Pro Tem Jeffcoat, seconded by Councilmember Ferguson, which also passed. No other substantive decisions were recorded.
- Added Municipal Court discussion to work session agenda (motion passed)
- Adjourned the meeting (motion passed)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Mableton City Council will hear a presentation on the proposed FY 2026 budget. Council will also hold public hearings on a special land use permit for Swarms Football Club, a night sky ordinance, and zoning updates. New business includes second readings of ordinances on animal control, tree preservation, and subdivisions, as well as a resolution to create a Six Flags Area Special Service District and a destination marketing agreement with Cobb Travel & Tourism.
- Public hearing on Special Land Use Permit for Swarms Football Club at 3598 Marathon Circle
- Second read and public hearing on Night Sky Ordinance (outdoor lighting standards)
- FY 2026 Proposed Budget Presentation by City Manager and Finance Director
- Resolution to create a Six Flags Area Special Service District for local government services
- Destination Marketing Services Agreement with Cobb Travel & Tourism, Inc.
The council approved the Special Land Use Permit for Swarms Football Club to develop a soccer facility at 3598 Marathon Circle, including a 3,500‑seat stadium and associated parking. The permit was approved with staff and Planning Commission recommendations and operating hours of Monday‑Sunday 8 am‑10 pm. The council also unanimously adopted the Night Sky outdoor lighting ordinance and an ordinance updating the city’s planning and zoning review procedures. All three motions passed unanimously.
- Approved agenda modifications, deferring item 12(d) and moving item 12(f) (unanimous)
- Approved Special Land Use Permit for Swarms Football Club at 3598 Marathon Circle (unanimous)
- Adopted Night Sky Ordinance establishing outdoor lighting standards (unanimous)
- Adopted ordinance updating planning commission review and decision‑making bodies (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will hold a work session to review presentations on budgeting priorities and an eco-friendly fleet program for FY 2026. Members will also discuss the Six Flags Special Services District.
- FY 2026 Budgeting Priorities presentation by City Manager Bill Tanks and Finance Director Karaen Ellis
- FY 2026 Eco-Friendly Fleet Program presentation by Jake Kelley of Wade Ford
- Discussion on Special Services District (SSD) Six Flags
The council approved moving the Special Services District Six Flags presentation from the work session to Item 7 of the regular meeting agenda. No other substantive actions were taken during the work session. The meeting was then adjourned after a motion to adjourn was passed.
- Moved SSD Six Flags presentation to regular meeting agenda (approved)
- Adjourned meeting (motion passed)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
General
The Mableton City Council will consider multiple ordinances on second read, including updates to code enforcement, noise regulations, and creation of a municipal court. First reads include ordinances on animal control, environment, and subdivisions. Consent items include adopting sustainability policies and promoting electric vehicle use. The council will also vote on a $94,500 financial audit contract and an HR consulting agreement, and receive a presentation on the Special Services District at Six Flags.
- Professional Services Agreement with Mauldin & Jenkins LLC for $94,500 for five annual audits ending with FY 2029
- HR consulting agreement with LOCALGOV HR Guru LLC for policy development and compliance
- Second reads of ordinances on code enforcement operations, noise nuisances, and municipal court creation
- First reads of ordinances on animal control, environment and natural resources, and subdivisions
- Consent agenda: Resolution adopting sustainability policies and resolution promoting electric vehicle use
The council approved the Mayor’s request to negotiate and sign a five‑year professional services agreement with Mauldin & Jenkins LLC for financial audit services at a total cost of $94,500. Council members also appointed Chijioiki Ebbis to the Board of Zoning Appeals and adopted several ordinances, including updates to code enforcement, a new noise ordinance, and a municipal court ordinance. The agenda was amended to add the Six Flags Special Services District item, and the consent agenda was approved unanimously.
- Approved Mayor’s authority to negotiate and sign Mauldin & Jenkins audit agreement ($94,500, five‑year term) – unanimous
- Appointed Chijioiki Ebbis to the Board of Zoning Appeals – unanimous
- Approved Consent Agenda – unanimous
- Added Special Services District – Six Flags as Item 7 to the agenda – approved
- Approved Ordinance Enhancing Code Enforcement Operations – unanimous
- Approved Noise Ordinance (Chapter 13, Article 3) – unanimous
- Approved Municipal Court Ordinance (Chapter 6) – unanimous
- Approved Resolutions adopting City sustainability policies and electric vehicle use – unanimous
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a rezoning application for 550 Lions Club Drive from General Commercial (GC) to R-20 Single Family District. They will also review a special land use permit for Swarm Football Club at 3598 Marathon Circle, a proposed noise ordinance, and amendments to the planning commission and board of zoning appeals structure.
- Rezoning Z-2025-01: 550 Lions Club Drive from GC to R-20 (TKHC Ministries)
- Special Land Use Permit SLUP-2025-001: Swarm Football Club at 3598 Marathon Circle
- Ordinance Creating Chapter 13, Article III (Noise Ordinance)
- Amendment of Chapter 10, Article 3: Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals rules
- Unfinished business: Planning Commission policies and procedures
City Council
The Mableton City Council will hold a work session to discuss a presentation on a Special Service District by Economic Development Director Artie Jones and others. The session also includes a review of the upcoming regular meeting agenda, announcements, and a possible executive session for litigation, real estate, or personnel matters.
- Presentation on Special Service District by Jason Gaines, Dana Johnson, and Artie Jones
Mayor Pro Tem Jeffcoat moved to adjourn, Herndon seconded, and the motion passed. Councilmember Auch asked to move the 2025 Planning and Zoning Calendar to New Business, but no vote or action was recorded.
- Adjourned meeting (motion by Jeffcoat, seconded by Herndon, passed)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The Mableton City Council will review several first-read ordinances updating city codes, including new rules for code enforcement, outdoor lighting, and tree preservation. The body will also consider a resolution amending the city's pay and classification plan.
- First Read: Ordinance creating Code Enforcement article
- First Read: Ordinance creating Outdoor Lighting Standards
- First Read: Ordinance creating Tree Preservation article
- Consideration: Resolution amending Pay and Classification Plan
- First Read: Ordinance creating Municipal Court Chapter
The council approved the agenda amendment moving a planning item to New Business (6‑0) and adopted the consent agenda (6‑0). It confirmed six appointments to the Board of Zoning Appeals (6‑0) and approved the 2025 Planning and Zoning calendar, changing the May 8 hearing to May 6 (6‑0). First‑read ordinances on code enforcement, planning updates, and outdoor lighting were introduced but not adopted.
- Approved agenda amendment removing item 10(c) to New Business (6-0)
- Approved the Consent Agenda (6-0)
- Approved the Consent Agenda excluding item 10C, moving it to New Business (6-0)
- Approved six Board of Zoning Appeals appointments (Conrad A. Woods, Gerri Aldridge, Helen Butler Simmons, Christopher S. Semler, Wendy Brown Sanders, Jenelle Weithers) (6-0)
- Approved 2025 Planning and Zoning Calendar, changing May 8 date to May 6 (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Mableton Development Authority
The Mableton Development Authority board unanimously approved the March 17, 2025 meeting minutes and the Treasurer’s financial report. It adopted a resolution to place excess Service District funds in escrow pending date verification, and approved a 5.21‑acre land donation to Cobb County for a public health building. The board also moved into an executive session and authorized staff to begin steps for selling the Magnolia Crossing Development.
- Approved March 17, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved Treasurer’s Report (5-0)
- Adopted escrow resolution for excess Service District funds pending date confirmation (5-0)
- Approved 5.21‑acre land donation to Cobb County for public health building (5-0)
- Moved Authority into Executive Session (5-0)
- Authorized staff and board members to begin next steps for sale of Magnolia Crossing Development (5-0)
General
City officials are providing updates on the transition of code enforcement, planning, zoning, and trash services to city control. The meeting includes discussions on the use of two recently purchased land parcels for urban redevelopment and the establishment of a municipal court.
- City purchase of land parcels at 637 Puckett Drive and 5310 Mableton Parkway, SW
- Estimated August 2025 start for code enforcement fines and citations pending municipal court establishment
- Ribbon cutting for operations building at 6116 Mableton Parkway on May 2, 2025
- Resolution to donate property on Riverside Parkway for a Cobb Douglas Public Health Clinic
- Transition of trash service to city control effective February 26, with fees starting April 1
City Council
The Mableton City Council will vote on a resolution authorizing the City Manager and Finance Director to access Georgia Fund 1 accounts and permitting the Mayor to execute related resolutions. The council will also adopt a fee schedule for vendor participation in city events. An ordinance creating Chapter 6 of the Municipal Court Code will be read for the first time. Additional items include designating signatories for the city and approving prior meeting minutes.
- Resolution to approve Georgia Fund 1 (LGIP) access and mayoral execution authority
- Resolution establishing a fee schedule for vendor participation in city events
- Ordinance creating Chapter 6, Municipal Court of the City of Mableton Code of Ordinances
- Resolution designating signatories for the City of Mableton
- Approval of March 26, 2025 regular and work session meeting minutes
The Mableton City Council approved the meeting agenda and consent agenda by 7‑0 votes. It confirmed the appointments of Michael Hughes as Community Development Director, Artie Jones as Economic Development Director, and Frantz Franois as IT Director. The council also approved Georgia Fund 1 resolutions and a resolution designating city signatories, each by a 7‑0 vote, and conducted the first reading of the Municipal Court ordinance.
- Approved agenda (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda (7-0)
- Appointed Michael Hughes as Community Development Director (unanimous)
- Appointed Artie Jones as Economic Development Director (unanimous)
- Appointed Frantz Franois as IT Director (vote carried)
- Approved Georgia Fund 1 resolutions authorizing City Manager and Finance Director (7-0)
- Approved resolution designating city signatories (7-0)
- First read of Municipal Court ordinance (no vote)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
City Council
This work session agenda includes discussions on the Mableton Comprehensive Plan 2045 update, a proposed event fee schedule, and a review of the current fiscal year's city events. The council will also discuss the city's Green Communities application and upcoming sustainability initiatives, as well as website service needs, timeline, and criteria. No votes or final decisions are scheduled; these are all discussion items.
- Mableton Comprehensive Plan 2045 update by Grice Consulting
- Proposed City Event Fee Schedule presented by Administrative Supervisor
- Review of Fiscal Year 2024-2025 City Events
- Discussion of Green Communities application and sustainability initiatives
- Website service needs, timeline, and criteria discussion
The council heard a presentation on the Mableton Comprehensive Plan 2045 update and reviewed a proposed event fee schedule. They also discussed the city's Green Communities application and upcoming sustainability initiatives. No resolutions, approvals, or votes were recorded during the meeting.
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will convene for an organizational meeting to adopt policies and procedures, elect a chair and vice chair, and conduct mock cases. No specific development applications or public hearings are on the agenda.
- Adopting commission policies and procedures
- Electing chair and vice chair
- Conducting mock cases (training exercise)
City Council
The Mableton City Council is holding a work session to discuss the Comprehensive Comp Plan Update, presented by Special Projects Manager Xavier Ross. The agenda includes procedural items such as call to order, roll call, approval of agenda, and a pre-regular meeting review. An executive session may be held for litigation, real estate, personnel, or other exempt matters.
- Discussion of Comprehensive Comp Plan Update by Special Projects Manager Xavier Ross
- Possible executive session for litigation, real estate, personnel, or miscellaneous exemptions
The council entered an executive session to discuss litigation, real estate, and personnel issues, with the motion passing 5-1. The session was later closed by a unanimous 6-0 vote. The work session was then adjourned unanimously.
- Entered executive session for litigation, real estate, and personnel matters (5-1)
- Closed executive session (6-0)
- Adjourned work session (6-0)
- Approved agenda as written (motion passed)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The City Council will consider authorizing the Mayor to execute solid waste contracts with 15 different providers. The body will also discuss adopting the Cobb County 2040 Comprehensive Plan as an interim plan and an agreement for the November 2025 General Election.
- Authorization of solid waste contracts with 15 providers including GFL Environmental and Waste Pro of GA, Inc.
- Resolution to adopt the Cobb County 2040 Comprehensive Plan as the interim plan for Mableton
- Agreement for grant writing services with Fund It Forward
- Memorandum of Understanding for a pilot community composting program with Food Well Alliance, Beyond Zero Waste, and Compost Cowboys
- Resolution to amend the Pay and Classification Plan
The City Council approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda, which included authorizations for fourteen solid‑waste contracts and the approval of prior meeting minutes. The council also approved a grant‑writing services agreement with Fund It Forward, a memorandum of understanding for a two‑year pilot community composting program, and a resolution to amend the Pay and Classification Plan. All motions passed unanimously with a 6‑0 vote.
- Approved agenda as written (6-0)
- Approved consent agenda, authorizing 14 solid‑waste contracts and minutes (6-0)
- Approved agreement for Grant Writing Services with Fund It Forward (6-0)
- Approved MOU for pilot community composting program (6-0)
- Approved resolution to amend the Pay and Classification Plan (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will discuss donating property on Riverside Parkway to Cobb County for a public health clinic. The body is also considering updates to the zoning and permitting fee schedule and new city ordinances regarding fire protection and soil erosion.
- Resolution to donate Riverside Parkway property to Cobb County for a Cobb Douglas Public Health Clinic
- Resolution updating the Zoning and Permitting Fee Schedule
- Ordinance creating Chapter 9, Fire Protection and Prevention, of the City of Mableton Code
- Ordinance creating Chapter 11, Environment and Natural Resources, Article 1, Soil Erosion, Sedimentation and Pollution Control
- Purchase of (1) Ford F-150 Lighting Truck for the Sanitation, Waste, and Beautification Department
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss agenda items and conduct a public hearing. The primary focus is a proposed resolution to update the city's zoning and permitting fee schedule.
- Public hearing on a Resolution Updating the Zoning and Permitting Fee Schedule
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Mableton City Council will hold a work session to conduct standard business such as roll call, invocation, and pledge of allegiance. Council members will review agenda items, discuss a pre‑regular meeting agenda, and make announcements. An executive session may be convened if needed to address litigation, real estate, personnel matters, or other statutory exemptions.
- Executive session (if needed) for litigation, real estate, personnel, and exemptions
- Pre‑regular meeting agenda review
- Announcements
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will consider a resolution placing a moratorium on accepting zoning applications until March 13, 2025, and discuss updating the zoning and permitting fee schedule. Other actions include appointing a finance director, approving intergovernmental agreements with Cobb County for zoning and GIS services, and authorizing several contracts: a plan review agreement with Croy, a permitting software subscription with Cloudpermit ($28,000 first year), and a document management agreement with Mcci ($26,000 first year). The council will also hold a first reading of a soil erosion control ordinance.
- Appointment of Finance Director
- Intergovernmental agreements with Cobb County for zoning application review and GIS services
- Authorization to finalize Plan Review and Engineering Services Agreement with Croy
- Subscription agreement with Cloudpermit for permitting software ($28,000 first year)
- Resolution placing a moratorium on zoning applications until March 13, 2025
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
February 20-23, 2025 Spring Transitional Planning Conference
City officials are meeting from February 20-23 to discuss city planning, financial processes, and department updates. The conference includes presentations on the Comprehensive Plan and the S.P.L.O.S.T. process.
- S.P.L.O.S.T. Process presentation by Wayne McGary of Croy
- Comprehensive Plan Update by John Funny of Grice Consulting Group
- Property Tax discussion with Anne Lerner
- Financial Process, Budget, and Audit presentation by Chris Pike
- Department updates from Code Enforcement, Sustainability Waste & Beautification, Special Projects, City Clerk, and City Manager
City Council
The Mableton City Council will hold second readings of ordinances creating new election procedures and a fire protection code, and introduce a first reading to update the zoning and permitting fee schedule. The consent agenda includes an audit engagement letter not to exceed $30,000, a facilities maintenance contract, and updates to the classification and pay plan. A resolution to appoint a Mableton Development Authority Chair is also on the agenda.
- Audit engagement letter with Rushton for 2024 audit, not to exceed $30,000
- Second read: ordinance creating Article 2, Elections Under Chapter 2
- Second read: ordinance creating Chapter 9, Fire Protection and Prevention
- First read: ordinance updating Zoning and Permitting Fee Schedule
- Resolution for appointment of Mableton Development Authority Chair
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
City Council
This is a work session agenda for the Mableton City Council, featuring presentations and updates from city staff on the FY2025 Q2 budget, the 6116 Operations Building status, code enforcement, sustainability, and community development. The council will also review the agenda for the upcoming regular meeting on February 12, 2025. No votes are scheduled; items are for discussion only.
- Rausch Advisory Services presentation on recruiting services
- FY2025 Q2 Budget Report presented by City Manager Bill Tanks
- Status report on the 6116 Operations Building
- Code Enforcement Department update from Director Alejandro Ferrell
- Sustainability, Waste, and Beautification Department update from Director Emily Groth
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The Mableton City Council will hold a special called meeting to discuss and consider a resolution to adopt state fire standards, and to review and vote on a new solid waste management ordinance. The solid waste ordinance (Chapter 12) would establish procedures for collection, disposal, and recycling. The council will also enter executive session for litigation, real estate, and personnel matters.
- Discussion and consideration of Resolution to adopt state fire standards
- Second read and vote on Ordinance creating Chapter 12 Solid Waste Management
- Presentation and review of Chapter 12 Solid Waste Management code
- Public comments (2 minutes per speaker, up to 30 minutes total)
- Executive session for litigation, real estate, and personnel
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council work session will address routine procedural items such as call to order, roll call, and agenda review. Council members will discuss agenda items and make announcements. The council may hold an executive session to consider litigation, personnel matters, and miscellaneous exemptions as permitted by O.C.G.A. 50-14-3.
- Executive session (if needed) for litigation, personnel matters, and miscellaneous exemptions
- Pre-regular meeting agenda review
- Announcements
- Agenda items and discussion
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Mableton City Council will consider a resolution that establishes the qualifying fees for the General Municipal Election for Districts 2, 4, and 6. Additional items include the first reading of several ordinances covering elections, fire protection, and solid waste management, and a resolution notifying Cobb County of the city’s intent to transition fire services. The meeting also includes routine reports, public comments, and a consent agenda for prior meeting minutes.
- Resolution to fix and publish qualifying fees for Districts 2, 4, and 6 elections
- First read of ordinance creating Article 2, Elections in the city code
- First read of ordinance creating Chapter 9, Fire Protection and Prevention
- Second read of ordinance creating Chapter 12, Solid Waste Management
- Resolution to notify Cobb County of intent to transition fire services
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council holds a public hearing on a proposed ordinance creating Chapter 12 (Solid Waste Management) of the City Code, establishing procedures for collection, disposal, and recycling. The Council will also consider resolutions updating the classification and pay plan, authorizing the mayor to negotiate an AV installation contract at 1245 Veterans Memorial Highway, and waiving fines and fees. A discussion on House Bill 581 is scheduled. Appointments include a new Sustainability Waste & Beautification Director and a Mayor Pro Tempore.
- Public hearing on Solid Waste Management ordinance (Chapter 12)
- Resolution updating city classification and pay plan
- Authorization to negotiate AV installation contract with Innoface Systems, LLC at 1245 Veterans Memorial Highway
- Resolution to waive fines and fees
- Discussion on House Bill 581