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Fri Aug 21, 2026 · 10:00
General
McDonough council holds strategic planning retreat at Stone Mountain resort
The McDonough City Council is meeting for a special-called strategic planning retreat at a Stone Mountain resort. The agenda includes department updates on parks, IT, and police, plus a possible executive session for litigation, real estate, or personnel matters. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Parks department update led by City Administrator Keith Dickerson
- IT department update
- Public Safety - Police Department update
- Possible executive session under O.C.G.A. 50-14-2 and 50-14-3 for litigation, real estate, or personnel
- Retreat facilitated by Suzette Arnold
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GOOD GOVERNANCE
Guiding Principle: Fiscal Responsibility, Accountability, Transparency
AGENDA
City of McDonough
Special-Called City Council Meeting
Strategic Planning Retreat
Atlanta Evergreen Lakeside Resort
4021 Lakeview Drive
Stone Mountain, GA 30083
Friday, August 21, 2026
10:00 AM
10:00 a.m.
1.
Call to Order
Mayor Kamali Varner
2.
Roll Call
3.
Invocation
4.
Pledge of Allegiance
5.
Approval of Agenda
10:15:
6.
Parks
Keith Dickerson, City Administrator
7.
IT department
10:15 Break
8.
Public Safety - Police Department
9.
Department updates
12:30 – 1:30 lunch
10.
Executive Session (if needed) for:
Litigation O.C.G.A. 50-14-2
Real Estate O.C.G.A. 50-14-3 (b)(1)
Personnel O.C.G.A. 50-14-3 (b)(2)
11.
Wrap-Up of Day 1
Suzette Arnold, Facilitator
12.
Adjournment
Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Atlanta Evergreen Lakeside Resort Gardenia Room, Stone Mountain
Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 10:00
City Council
Atlanta Evergreen Lakeside Resort Gardenia Room, Stone Mountain
Mon Nov 16, 2026 · 10:00
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Atlanta Evergreen Lakeside Resort Gardenia Room, Stone Mountain
Mon Nov 16, 2026 · 18:00
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Atlanta Evergreen Lakeside Resort Gardenia Room, Stone Mountain
Mon Dec 21, 2026 · 18:00
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Atlanta Evergreen Lakeside Resort Gardenia Room, Stone Mountain
Mon Dec 21, 2026 · 10:00
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Atlanta Evergreen Lakeside Resort Gardenia Room, Stone Mountain
Mon Jan 18, 2027 · 10:00
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Atlanta Evergreen Lakeside Resort Gardenia Room, Stone Mountain
Mon Jan 18, 2027 · 18:00
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Atlanta Evergreen Lakeside Resort Gardenia Room, Stone Mountain
Mon Feb 15, 2027 · 10:00
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Atlanta Evergreen Lakeside Resort Gardenia Room, Stone Mountain
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Atlanta Evergreen Lakeside Resort Gardenia Room, Stone Mountain
Mon Mar 15, 2027 · 18:00
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Atlanta Evergreen Lakeside Resort Gardenia Room, Stone Mountain
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Atlanta Evergreen Lakeside Resort Gardenia Room, Stone Mountain
Mon Apr 19, 2027 · 18:00
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Atlanta Evergreen Lakeside Resort Gardenia Room, Stone Mountain
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Atlanta Evergreen Lakeside Resort Gardenia Room, Stone Mountain
Mon May 17, 2027 · 18:00
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Atlanta Evergreen Lakeside Resort Gardenia Room, Stone Mountain
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Atlanta Evergreen Lakeside Resort Gardenia Room, Stone Mountain
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Atlanta Evergreen Lakeside Resort Gardenia Room, Stone Mountain
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Atlanta Evergreen Lakeside Resort Gardenia Room, Stone Mountain
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Atlanta Evergreen Lakeside Resort Gardenia Room, Stone Mountain
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Recent meetings
Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Council to vote on three rezoning requests, including mixed-use PUD
The McDonough City Council will hold public hearings and votes on three rezoning cases, including a mixed-use PUD on Griffin St. and Highland Ave., an annexation and rezoning on Racetrack Rd., and a bank rezoning on Jonesboro Rd. The council will also consider a text amendment to O-I zoning, approve several wastewater plant contracts, and adopt a revised procurement policy.
- Rezoning to PUD for mixed-use at 175 & 199 Griffin St. & Highland Ave. (10 acres)
- Annexation and rezoning to PUD at 964 & 820 Racetrack Rd. (79.04 acres)
- Rezoning to O-I with variances for a bank at 146 Jonesboro Rd. (1.24 acres)
- Wastewater plant contracts: $12,540 (tank removal), $51,300 (gates), $56,220 (motor/gearbox)
- Technology services renewals: $20,718.15 (Civic Plus) and $26,160 (Barracuda Email Security)
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GOOD GOVERNANCE
Guiding Principle: Fiscal Responsibility, Accountability, Transparency
AGENDA (Amended)
City of McDonough
City Council Meeting
McKibben Chambers City Hall
136 Keys Ferry Street
August 17, 2026
6:00 PM
1.
Call to Order
Mayor Kamali Varner
2.
Roll Call
3.
Invocation
4.
Pledge of Allegiance
5.
Approval of Agenda
6.
Consent Agenda
6A. Wastewater Plant
Jeremy Newton, Director
Request for approval to authorize Industrial Chemicals, Inc. to remove, demolish and safely
dispose of the old 6,000-gallon Caustic Soda bulk tank, at a cost of $12,540.00.
Funding Source: 505-5.4335.52.3850 ENTERPRISE FUND
6B. Wastewater Plant
Jeremy Newton, Director
Request for approval to authorize Haulk Sterling Garage Doors to install two electric
gates with openers and keypad for entrance/exit at the Wastewater Plant, at a cost of
$51,300. Funding Source: 505-5.4335.52.3850 ENTERPRISE FUND
6C. Wastewater Plant
Jeremy Newton, Director
Request for approval to authorize Goforth Williamson to replace the motor and gearbox
on aeration 1,2, at a cost of $56,220.00. Funding Source: 505-5.4335.52.3850
ENTERPRISE FUND
6D. Technology Services
Brian Linton, Director
Request for the approval to pay Civic Plus Agenda and Meeting Management
Subscription renewal in the amount of $20,718.15. Funding Source: 100-5.1535.52.1301
6E. Technology Services
Brian Linton, Direct …
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Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 10:00
General
Council to adopt FY 2026-2027 millage rate after public hearing
The McDonough City Council is holding a regular meeting that includes a public hearing and adoption of the FY 2026-2027 millage rate. The rest of the agenda is procedural (call to order, roll call, etc.).
- Public hearing and adoption of FY 2026-2027 millage rate
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GOOD GOVERNANCE
Guiding Principle: Fiscal Responsibility, Accountability, Transparency
AGENDA
City of McDonough
City Council Meeting
McKibben Chambers City Hall
136 Keys Ferry Street
August 10, 2026
10:00 AM
1. Call to Order Mayor Kamali Varner
2. Roll Call
3. Invocation
4. Pledge of Allegiance
5. Approval of Agenda
6. Public Hearing and Adoption of the FY 2026-2027 Millage Rate
7. Adjournment
OPEN MEETINGS COMPLIANCE NOTICE: This is a regularly scheduled meeting of Mayor and Council of the City of
McDonough duly noticed pursuant to the requirements of the Georgia Open Meetings Law (O.C.G.A. § 50 -14-1, et
seq). Notice of the meeting schedule was published in the Henry Herald on August 01, 2026; and a copy of the
meeting schedule was posted at City Hall and on the City’s website, as required by law.
08/07/2026 @ 8:42 a.m.
Thu Aug 6, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Council to vote on rezoning for Synchrony Terrace on Avalon Pkwy
The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a rezoning request for 11.82 acres on Avalon Parkway to C-3 (Highway Commercial) with conditions, after multiple postponements. Other items include approval of several annual renewals and contracts, a tree-trimming easement, and a text amendment to O-I zoning. The meeting also includes a public hearing on the McDonough Water and Sewer Urban Redevelopment Area Plan.
- Rezoning of 11.82 acres on Avalon Pkwy to C-3 (Highway Commercial) with conditions (Case #260402)
- Approval of $48,000 sidewalk installation along Industrial Parkway from 1003 Industrial Pkwy to Avalon Park
- Approval of $39,000 supplemental proposal for final design and permitting of Blacksville Drainage Improvements Project
- Authorization for mayor to sign tree-trimming easement on city-owned property at 124 and 146 Doris St and McDonough Pkwy
- Public hearing and vote on McDonough Water and Sewer Urban Redevelopment Area Plan
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# AGENDA City of McDonough
# City Council Workshop
McKibben Chambers City Hall 136 Keys Ferry Street August 06, 2026 6:00 PM
1. Call to Order Mayor Kamali Varner
2. Roll Call
3. Invocation
4. Pledge of Allegiance
5. Approval of the Agenda
6. Consent Agenda **6A. Technology Services Brian Linton, Director** Request for the approval to pay the annual renewal invoice for the CivicPlus user portal, in the amount of $12,647.04. Funding Source: 100-5.1535.52.1301 **6B. Technology Services Brian Linton, Director** Request for the approval to pay the SHI invoice for the annual renewal of the PalAlto Firewall PA-850, in the amount of $12,818.92. Funding Source: 100-5.1535.52.1301 **6C. Technology Services Brian Linton, Director** Request for the approval to pay the PowerDMS annual renewal invoice in the amount of $16,343.30. Funding Source: 100-5.1535.52.1301 **6D. Water Plant Antoinette Odoms, Director** Request for approval to pay the Georgia Environmental Protection Drinking Water Invoice, for the annual contract labor required for compliance analysis in the amount of $13,621.30. Funding Source: 505-5.4420.52.3850 Enterprise Fund **6E. Public Safety – Fire Department Chief David Williams** Request approval to pay SiteMed North America P.C. $10,890.00 for NFPA 1582 Firefighter Physical & Medical Exams including One Test Standard Blood Draw for cancer screening. Funding Source: 100-5.3520.52.3855 **6F. Public Works – Highways & Streets William VonDenBosch Director** Request for ap …
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Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
City Council to approve technology payments and police fleet lease
The McDonough City Council will consider approving payments for technology services and a five-year police fleet leasing program. The meeting also includes public hearings on several zoning and annexation requests.
- Approval to pay $40,606.31 for SHI Palo Alto Firewall
- Approval to pay $43,887.72 for Versaterm Police Body Camera renewal
- Approval to pay $70,000.00 for Flock annual renewal
- Approval to pay $1,551,800.00 for police fleet units via RedSpeed
- Public hearing on rezoning 150 Cola Welch Pkwy. to RTD
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✓ Decided: Council approves rezoning for townhouses at 150 Cola Welch Pkwy (4-3)
The City Council approved a rezoning request (case 260203) for property at 150 Cola Welch Parkway and Cedar Road from RM-75 to RTD with variances, despite a 4-3 vote. The council also adopted resolutions to create a water and sewer redevelopment area and to call a referendum on allowing package sales of distilled spirits. Several other items were approved, including a new city auditor contract and technology payments, while a police fleet leasing agreement was tabled for further discussion.
- Approved rezoning at 150 Cola Welch Pkwy & Cedar Rd from RM-75 to RTD with variances (4-3)
- Adopted Resolution 26-07-20 establishing McDonough Water and Sewer Urban Redevelopment Area (7-0)
- Adopted Resolution 26-07-20.1 calling referendum on package sale of distilled spirits (6-1)
- Approved contract with Mauldin and Jennings, CPAs as new City Auditors (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda including $40,606.31 PaloAlto Firewall invoice and other tech payments (7-0)
- Approved $15,720.36 NetPlanner fiber optics installation from City Hall to Commerce Building (7-0)
- Approved $23,180.50 SmartWave microwave connection between City Hall and Hazlehurst Building (7-0)
- Tabled police fleet leasing agreement with Brannen Motors to August 17, 2026 meeting
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GOOD GOVERNANCE
Guiding Principle: Fiscal Responsibility, Accountability, Transparency
AGENDA
City of McDonough
City Council Meeting
McKibben Chambers City Hall
136 Keys Ferry Street
July 20, 2026
6:00 PM
1. Call to Order Mayor Kamali Varner
2. Roll Call
3. Invocation
4. Pledge of Allegiance
5. Approval of Agenda
6. Consent Agenda
6A. Technology Services Brian Linton, Director
Request for the approval to pay the SHI’s PaloAlto Firewall invoice, in the amount of
$40,606.31. Funding Source: SPLOST VI 327-5.1535.54.2599
6B. Technology Services Brian Linton, Director
Request for the approval to pay Versaterm’s invoice for a six-month renewal for the Police Body and Dash
Camera system, in the amount of $43,887.72. Funding Source: 100-5.1535.52.1301
6C. Technology Services Brian Linton, Director
Request for approval to pay the Flock annual renewal invoice in the amount of $70,000.00. Funding Source:
100-5.1535.52.1301
6D. Technology Services Brian Linton, Director
Request for the approval to pay the SHI invoice for the renewal of VMWare software in the amount of
$21,534.72. Funding Source: 100-5.1535.52.1301
6E. Technology Services Brian Linton, Director
Request for the approval to pay ClearGov annual renewal invoice in the amount of $26,522.50. Funding
Source: 100-5.1535.52.1301
6F. Public Works William VonDenBosch, Director
Request for authorization to purchase the material list from Empire Pipe & Supply for the headworks bypa …
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GOOD GOVERNANCE
Guiding Principle: Fiscal Responsibility, Accountability, Transparency
MINUTES
City of McDonough
City Council Meeting
McKibben Chambers City Hall
136 Keys Ferry Street
July 20, 2026
6:00 PM
The Regular Scheduled Meeting of the City of McDonough City Council was held on Monday, July 20, 2026, at
6:00 p.m.
Mayor Kamali Varner called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
The City Clerk called roll for the meeting as follows:
Mayor Kamali Varner
Present
Mayor Pro Tem Jamal Burt
Present
Councilmember Larry Blue
Present
Councilmember Xavier Johnson
Present
Councilmember Darryl Payton
Present
Councilmember Scott Reeves
Present
Councilmember Vanessa Thomas
Present
Others in attendance: City Administrator, Keith Dickerson; City Attorney, Emilia Walker; City Clerk, Christy
Taylor; Police Chief, Ken Noble; Fire Chief, David Williams; Deputy City Administrator, Sylvia Smith; Community
& Economic Development Director, Tarika Peeks; Finance Director, Dr. Ralph Igwedibie; Public Works Director,
William VonDenBosch; Technology Services Director, Brian Linton; Assistant Public Works Director, Andrew
Butts; City Planner, Paige Dunson; Building Official, Ayiende Toby; Executive Assistant to the Mayor, Kayla
Correa; Legislative Coordinator, John Teague; and Technology Services Specialist, Rob Monnelus.
Mayor Pro Tem Burt gave the Invocation; and Councilmember Reeves led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Mayor Varne …
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Tue Jul 14, 2026
Planning Commission
Planning Commission discusses rezoning and annexation requests
The Municipal Planning Commission is reviewing several land use requests including bank rezoning, townhomes, and mixed-use developments. The meeting includes a workshop on a bank request at 146 Jonesboro Rd. and public review of multiple pending rezoning cases.
- Rezoning 146 Jonesboro Rd. to O-I (Office Institutional) for a bank
- Rezoning 150 Cola Welch Pkwy. & Cedar Rd. to RTD (Residential Townhouse)
- Rezoning 175 & 199 Griffin St. & Highland Ave. to PUD (Planned Unit Development)
- Annexation and rezoning of 964 & 820 Racetrack Rd. to PUD
- Rezoning Avalon Pkwy. to C-3 (Highway Commercial)
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DRAFTED 7 /7 /26
City of McDonough
Community & Economic Development Department
Planning & Zoning Division
City Hall - 136 Keys Ferry Street, 3 rd Floor
McDonough, GA 30253
Ju ly 14 , 20 26 – (6:00 PM)
Municipal Planning Commission (MPC)
WORKSHOP AND PUBLIC REVIEW MEETING AGENDA
1. Call to Order – Chair
2. Roll Call
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4 . Verification of meeting requirements - Chair/Staff
5. Approval of Agenda
6 . Review & Approval of Minutes: June 9, 2026
7 . PUBLIC COMMENT SESSION – A maxi mum time of five (5) minutes has been
allocated for comments by the public. It is requested that the subject matter be
relevant to the operations of the Community Development Department (i.e.
Planning & Zoning, Building/Inspec tions, and/or Code Enforcement).
8 . WORKSHOP SESSION:
Case #260603
District 2: Jamal Burt
Applicant: Robert E. Ausband for First Peoples Bank
Address: 146 Jonesboro Rd.
Request: Rezoning to O-I (Office Institutional) with variances for a bank.
Zoning: RM-75 (Multi-Family Resident ial )
Land Lot(s) 133 of the 7th District
1.24 +/- total acres
PC Public Re view (08/11/26)
CC Workshop (08/06/ 26 ) & Public Hearing (08/17/ 26)
DRAFTED 7 /7 /26
9 . PUBLIC REVIEW SESSION:
Old Business:
Case # 260203
District 1: Xavier Johnson
Applicant: Steven Jones on behalf of Olympic Real Estate Group, LLC for Cola Welch
& Cedar Townhomes
Address: 150 Cola Welch Pkwy. & Cedar Rd.
Request: Rezone property to RTD (Residential Townhouse) with variances
Zoning: RM-75 (Multi-Family R …
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Thu Jul 2, 2026 · 18:00
General
Council to consider annexation and rezoning of 79 acres on Racetrack Road for PUD
The City Council will discuss and potentially vote on a major annexation and rezoning request for 79 acres at 964 and 820 Racetrack Road to a Planned Unit Development. Other items include a $94,498 paving contract for Lakemont Drive, two GDOT traffic signal requests, a $12,280 cyber insurance payment, and a fire department promotion.
- Annexation and rezoning of 79 acres at 964 & 820 Racetrack Rd to PUD (Case #260307)
- Approval of $94,498 paving contract for milling and overlay on Lakemont Drive
- Authorization for traffic signal warning flashers at SR 42 and Lawrenceville Street
- Authorization for traffic signal at SR 155 and Old Griffin Road
- Payment of $12,280 for excess cyber security coverage
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✓ Decided: Council approves $94,498 Lakemont Drive paving and multiple easements
The City Council approved a $94,498 contract with Onsite Paving for asphalt work on Lakemont Drive, and granted an easement to McDonough Leased Housing Associates for the Willow Place community. It also approved GDOT traffic signal requests for two intersections. Two rezoning and annexation cases were discussed but not voted on, with public hearings scheduled for July 20, 2026.
- Approved $94,498 Onsite Paving contract for Lakemont Drive (5-0)
- Approved easement to McDonough Leased Housing Associates for Willow Place (5-0)
- Approved GDOT Form 401 for warning flashers at SR 42 and Lawrenceville Street (5-0)
- Approved GDOT Form 401 for traffic signal at SR 155 and Old Griffin Road (5-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including $12,280 cyber security insurance payment and June 15 minutes (4-0)
- Approved agenda (4-0)
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GOOD GOVERNANCE
Guiding Principle: Fiscal Responsibility, Accountability, Transparency
AMENDED AGENDA
City of McDonough
City Council Workshop
McKibben Chambers City Hall
136 Keys Ferry Street
July 02, 2026
6:00 PM
1. Call to Order Mayor Kamali Varner
2. Roll Call
3. Invocation
4. Pledge of Allegiance
5. Approval of the Agenda
6. Consent Agenda
A. Administration City Clerk, Christy Taylor
Request for authorization to pay the Lockton invoice (37111141) for Excess Cyber
Security Coverage, in the amount of $12,280.00. Funding Source: 100-5.1330.52.3310
B. Administration City Clerk, Christy Taylor
Approval of the June 15, 2026, City Council Meeting Minutes
7. Public Comments
8. Public Safety – Fire Department Chief David Williams
Introduction & badge presentation to the newly promoted McDonough Fire Department
Lieutenants
9. Public Works William VonDenBosch, Director
Request for approval to authorize the Mayor to sign all documents for Onsite Paving to
complete asphalt milling and pave back approx. 2,713 square yards and asphalt & overlay
approx. 146 Square Yards on Lakemont Drive, at a cost of $94,498.00. Funding Source:
SPLOST V - 326-5.4210.54.1402 (Highways & Street Improvements)
10. Public Works William VonDenBosch, Director
Request for approval to allow access, temporary construction, maintenance, and
stormwater improvements easement agreement to McDonough Leased Housing
Associates, LLLP for Willow Place commun …
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GOOD GOVERNANCE
Guiding Principle: Fiscal Responsibility, Accountability, Transparency
MINUTES
City of McDonough
City Council Workshop
McKibben Chambers City Hall
136 Keys Ferry Street
July 02, 2026
6:00 PM
The Regular Scheduled Workshop of the City of McDonough City Council was held on
Thursday, July 02, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
Mayor Kamali Varner called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
The City Clerk called roll for the meeting, as follows:
Mayor Kamali Varner Present
Mayor Pro Tem Jamal Burt Present
Councilmember Larry Blue Absent
Councilmember Xavier Johnson Present
Councilmember Darryl Payton Present
Councilmember Scott Reeves Absent
Councilmember Vanessa Thomas Arrived after the start of the meeting
Others in attendance: City Administrator, Keith Dickerson; City Attorney, Emilia Walker; City
Clerk, Christy Taylor; Police Chief, Ken Noble; Fire Chief, David Williams; Communications
Director, Andrew Cauthen; Community & Economic Development Director, Tarika Peeks;
Public Works Director, Billy VonDenBosch; Planner, Paige Dunson; and Help Desk Technician,
Rob Monnelus.
Councilmember Johnson gave the Invocation; and Mayor Pro Tem Burt led the Pledge of
Allegiance.
Mayor Varner called for a motion to approve the Agenda. Mayor Pro Tem Burt made a motion
to approve the Agenda, and Councilmember Johnson seconded. The vote was four in favor.
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Mon Jun 22, 2026 · 18:30
General
136 Keys Ferry Street, McDonough
Mon Jun 15, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Council to adopt FY 2026-27 budget and vote on 5 rezoning cases
The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adoption of the draft FY 2026-27 budget. They will also vote on several rezoning requests, including a mixed-use PUD at Griffin St. & Highland Ave., townhomes at Cola Welch Parkway, a zoning modification for a sandwich shop, the long-contested Anderson Landing subdivision (54.54 acres), and a commercial rezoning at Avalon Parkway. The consent agenda includes approvals for software renewals, fire gear, and a CDBG agreement.
- Public hearing and adoption of FY 2026-27 budget
- Rezoning to PUD for mixed-use (10 acres at 175 & 199 Griffin St.)
- Rezoning for Anderson Landing subdivision (54.54 acres at Turner Church Rd.)
- Annual renewal of INCODE software for $47,877.98
- Purchase of 6 sets of structural firefighting turnout gear for $18,720
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✓ Decided: Council adopts $31.5M FY 26-27 budget, approves zoning modification
The City Council adopted the FY 26-27 budget of $31,477,768 (7-0), which includes a 2% COLA and 7 new positions. The Council also approved a zoning modification (case 260209) to allow a sandwich shop and janitorial business at 571 Highway 81 East with conditions (7-0). Several planning cases were postponed to July 20, 2026. The Consent Agenda and agenda amendment were also approved unanimously.
- Approved agenda with addition of Item 15A (International Gospel Festival presentation) (7-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda: 6A SolarWinds software $16,538.50, 6B Tyler Technologies New World renewal $31,632.60, 6C INCODE renewal $47,877.98, 6D CDBG cooperative agreement renewal, 6E firefighter turnout gear $18,720.00, 6F Georgia Main Street MOU, 6G Urban Redevelopment Authority appointment resolution, 6H June 4 workshop minutes (7-0)
- Postponed Community Development case 260204 to July 20, 2026 (7-0)
- Postponed case 260203 to July 20, 2026 (7-0)
- Approved zoning modification case 260209 for sandwich shop and janitorial business at 571 Highway 81 East with conditions (7-0)
- Postponed case 250903 (Eastwood Homes for Anderson Landing) to July 20, 2026 (7-0)
- Postponed case 260402 (Steve Goodsell for Synchrony Terrace) to July 20, 2026 (7-0)
- Adopted Resolution 26-06-15, FY 26-27 budget of $31,477,768 with 2% COLA and 7 new positions (7-0)
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GOOD GOVERNANCE
Guiding Principle: Fiscal Responsibility, Accountability, Transparency
AMENDED AGENDA
City of McDonough
City Council Meeting
McKibben Chambers City Hall
136 Keys Ferry Street
June 15, 2026
6:00 PM
1. Call to Order Mayor Kamali Varner
2. Roll Call
3. Invocation
4. Pledge of Allegiance
5. Approval of the Agenda
6. Consent Agenda
A. Technology Services Brian Linton, Director
Request for approval to pay the SHI invoice for SolarWinds Network Monitoring
Software, which is utilized to monitor network failures on switches, servers and all City
buildings, in the amount of $16,538.50. Funding Source: 100-5.1535.52.1301
B. Technology Services Brian Linton, Director
Request for approval to pay the Henry County invoice for the annual renewal of the
Police Incident Management System through Tyler Technologies New World, which is
utilized by the City and the County, at a cost of $31,632.60. Funding Source: 100-
5.1535.52.1301
C. Technology Services Brian Linton, Director
Request for approval to pay for the Tyler Technologies invoice for the annual renewal for
INCODE, in the amount of $47,877.98. Funding Source: 100-5.1535.52.1301
D. Administration City Administrator, Keith Dickerson
Request for approval of the automatic renewal of the Cooperative Agreement between the
City of McDonough and Henry County for the Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG) for fiscal years 2027-2029; and authorization for the Mayor to sign the …
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Thu Jun 11, 2026
Board of Zoning Appeals
Variance request for 0.34-acre lot for ice cream shop
The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing and decide on a variance request to allow development on a 0.34-acre lot that does not meet the 1-acre minimum requirement for C-2 zoning. The applicant seeks to build Beau D's Sno Ball & Ice Cream Shack at 176 John Frank Ward Blvd. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a public comment session.
- Public hearing on variance request for 0.34-acre lot at 176 John Frank Ward Blvd—applicant Melissa Hudson for Beau D's Sno Ball & Ice Cream Shack
- Public comment session on planning, zoning, building, and code enforcement matters
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City of McDonough
Community & Economic Development Department
Planning & Zoning Division
City Hall - 136 Keys Ferry Street, 3 rd Floor
McDonough, GA 30253
June 11, 20 2 6 – (6:00 PM)
Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) ________________________________________________
PUBLIC HEARING MEETING AGENDA
1. Call to Order – Chair
2. Roll Call
3 . Pledge of Allegiance
4 . Verification of meeting requirements - Chair/Staff
5. Approval of Agenda
6 . Review & Approval of Minutes: March 12, 2026
7 . PUBL IC COMMENT SESSION – A maximum time of five (5) minutes has been allocated
for comments by the public. It is requested that the subject matter be relevant to the operations of
the Community Development Department (i.e. Planning & Zoning, Building/Inspections, and/or
Code Enforcement).
8 . Petition Item(s ):
Old Business: N/A
New Business:
Case # 260403
District 3 : Scott Reeves
Melissa Hudson for Beau D ’s Sno Ball & Ice Cream Shack
176 John Frank Ward Blvd.
Request: To allow the development of the lot t hat does not meet the one (1) acre code
requirement.
Zoning : C-2 (Central Commercial)
Land Lot(s) 134 of the 7th District
0.34 +/- total acres
9 . Community Development Director & Staff Comments
1 0 . BZA Chair and Board Member Comments
11 . Adjourn
Tue Jun 9, 2026
Planning Commission
Planning Commission reviews rezoning and annexation requests
The Planning Commission will hold a workshop and public review session to discuss several land-use changes. The primary focus is on rezoning commercial and residential properties and modifying existing zoning conditions for local businesses.
- Rezoning request for Synchrony Terrace on Avalon Pkwy to C-3 Highway Commercial (11.82 acres)
- Zoning modification at 571 Hwy. 81 E. to allow a sandwich shop and janitorial business
- Proposed annexation and rezoning of 79.04 acres on Racetrack Rd. to a Planned Unit Development
- Proposed rezoning of 10 acres at Griffin St. & Highland Ave. to a Planned Unit Development
- Proposed rezoning of 7.36 acres at 150 Cola Welch Pkwy. & Cedar Rd. to Residential Townhouse
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City of McDonough
Community & Economic Development Department
Planning & Zoning Division
City Hall - 136 Keys Ferry Street, 3 rd Floor
McDonough, GA 30253
June 9 , 20 26 – (6:00 PM)
Municipal Planning Commission (MPC)
WORKSHOP AND PUBLIC REVIEW MEETING AGENDA
1. Call to Order – Chair
2. Roll Call
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4 . Verification of meeting requirements - Chair/Staff
5. Approval of Agenda
6 . Review & Approval of Minutes: May 12 , 2026
7 . PUBLIC COMMENT SESSION – A maxim um time of five (5) minutes has been
allocated for comments by the public. It is requested that the subject matter be
relevant to the operations of the Community Development Department (i.e.
Planning & Zoning, Building/Inspec tions, and/or Code Enforcement).
8 . WORKSHOP SESSION:
Case # 260402
District 4: Larry Blue
Applicant: Steve Goodsell on behalf of Marcia Garrison Taylor for Synchrony Terrace
Address: Avalon Pkwy.
Request: Rezoning property to C-3 (Highway Commercial) with conditions.
Zoning: C-2 (C entral Commercial)
Land Lot(s) 191 of the 7th District
11.82 +/- total acres
PC Public Review (7/14/26)
City Council Workshop ( 7 /2 /26) & Public Hearing ( 7/20/26 )
DRAFTED 6/2 /26
9 . PUBLIC REVIEW SESSION:
Old Business:
Case # 260203
District 1: Xavier Johnson
Applicant: Steven Jones on behalf of Olympic Real Estate Group, LLC for Cola Welch
& Cedar Townhomes
Address: 150 Cola Welch Pkwy. & Cedar Rd.
Request: Rezone property to RTD (Residential Townhouse) with variances
Zoning: …
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Thu Jun 4, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Council to vote on transit MOU with Henry County, budget hearing
The City Council will discuss and vote on a memorandum of understanding with Henry County for a fixed-route transit service from McDonough to Stockbridge. They will also hold a public hearing and presentation of the FY 26-27 draft budget. Other items include authorizing an emergency water infrastructure procurement, approving a police equipment contract, and rezoning a property on Avalon Parkway.
- Emergency purchase of $53,006 for water infrastructure kits at State Route 20 roundabout
- Approval of AXON Master Services Agreement for police equipment
- Memorandum of Understanding with Henry County for transit from McDonough to Stockbridge
- Presentation and public hearing of FY 26-27 draft budget
- Rezoning request for 11.82 acres on Avalon Parkway to C-3 (Highway Commercial)
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✓ Decided: Council approves transit MOU with Henry County for fixed-route bus service
The council unanimously approved a memorandum of understanding with Henry County for public transit service along a fixed route from McDonough to Stockbridge. They also approved an AXON agreement for police body cameras and tasers, a municipal court amnesty program, and authorization for renovations at the Commerce Building. The council postponed a rezoning request for Avalon Park to July 2, 2026, and authorized the purchase of 458 Macon Street for $165,000.
- Approved transit MOU with Henry County (7-0)
- Approved AXON Master Services Agreement (7-0)
- Approved municipal court amnesty program (7-0)
- Authorized RFP for Commerce Building renovations (7-0)
- Authorized LMIG grant application for road assistance (7-0)
- Postponed rezoning case 260402 to July 2, 2026 (7-0)
- Authorized purchase of 458 Macon Street for $165,000 (6-0)
- Approved consent agenda including emergency water procurement (7-0)
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GOOD GOVERNANCE
Guiding Principle: Fiscal Responsibility, Accountability, Transparency
AMENDED AGENDA
City of McDonough
City Council Workshop
McKibben Chambers City Hall
136 Keys Ferry Street
June 4, 2026
6:00 PM
1. Call to Order Mayor Kamali Varner
2. Roll Call
3. Invocation
4. Pledge of Allegiance
5. Approval of the Agenda
6. Consent Agenda
A. Public Works William VonDenBosch, Director
Request for authorization to ratify the emergency procurement of ten (10) Insta-Valve
kits to facilitate urgent water infrastructure installations at the State Route 20 Dual
Roundabout (McGarity Rd. and Lawrenceville St.), at a cost of $53,006.00. Funding
Source: T-SPLOST 335-5.4210.54.1407
B. Administration Christy Taylor, City Clerk
Approval of the May 18, 2026, City Council Meeting Minutes
7. Public Comments
8. Proclamations
Celebrating the 100th Birthday of James Brown
9. Municipal Court Judge Andrea Boyd
Amnesty Program
10. Public Safety – Police Department Chief Ken Noble
Discussion and request for approval of the AXON Master Services and Purchasing
Agreement; and authorization for the Mayor to sign all related documents.
GOOD GOVERNANCE
Guiding Principle: Fiscal Responsibility, Accountability, Transparency
11. Administration Keith Dickerson, City Administrator
Request for approval to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding between the City of
McDonough and Henry County for public transit service …
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Mon May 18, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Council to vote on townhome rezoning at Cola Welch & Cedar Road
The City Council will hold public hearings and votes on two zoning cases: a rezoning to allow 7.36 acres of townhomes with variances, and a zoning modification for a sandwich shop. The agenda also includes a budget update, approval of payments for technology and insurance, and discussion on the Urban Redevelopment Agency and code revision RFP.
- Pay NetPlanner $15,476 for Genetec access control and surveillance
- Pay Versaterm $87,775 for police body and dash camera renewal
- Pay GIRMA $49,205 for pollution liability insurance renewal
- Rezoning for townhomes (RTD) at 150 Cola Welch Pkwy & Cedar Rd (7.36 acres)
- Zoning modification for sandwich shop and janitorial use at 571 Hwy 81 E
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✓ Decided: Code revision RFP approved 5-1; ethics ordinance adopted
Council approved an RFP for code revision services (Chapters 15, 16, and related updates) on a 5-1 vote. They also adopted Ordinance 26-05-18 amending the Code of Ethics, hired Tarika Peeks as Community & Economic Director, and authorized the sale of a city parcel via sealed bid. Consent agenda, water pollution control plant agreement, and wayfinding project were all approved unanimously.
- Approved Consent Agenda (6-0)
- Approved RFP for Code Revision Services (5-1)
- Approved agreement with Turnipseed Engineering for Water Pollution Control Plant additions (6-0)
- Approved Wayfinding project with RITELITE (6-0)
- Hired Tarika Peeks as Community & Economic Director (6-0)
- Authorized sale of parcel M21-0500300 via sealed bid, minimum $10,000 (6-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 26-05-18 amending Code of Ethics (6-0)
- Postponed three development cases to June 15, 2026 (6-0 each)
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GOOD GOVERNANCE
Guiding Principle: Fiscal Responsibility, Accountability, Transparency
AGENDA
City of McDonough
City Council Meeting
McKibben Chambers City Hall
136 Keys Ferry Street
May 18, 2026
6:00 PM
1. Call to Order Mayor Kamali Varner
2. Roll Call
3. Invocation
4. Pledge of Allegiance
5. Approval of Agenda
6. Consent Agenda
6A. Technology Services Brian Linton, Director
Request for approval to pay the NetPlanner invoice for Genetec Access Control and
Surveillance Services in the amount of $15,476.12. Funding Source: 100-5.1535.52.1301
6B. Technology Services Brian Linton, Director
Request for approval to pay the annual renewal Versaterm invoice for the Police
Department’s body and dash camera in the amount of $87,774.74. Funding Source: 100-
5.1535.52.1301
6C. Administration Christy Taylor, City Clerk
Request for approval to pay the GIRMA Pollution Liability renewal invoice in the
amount of $49,205.00. Funding Source: 100-5.1330.52.3100.
6D. Administration Christy Taylor, City Clerk
Approval of the May 7, 2026, City Council Workshop Minutes
7. Public Comments
8. Proclamations
Honoring Briana Cole for Contributions to Film, Literature, and the Arts
Celebrating the 10th Anniversary of ZMahogany Studios
GOOD GOVERNANCE
Guiding Principle: Fiscal Responsibility, Accountability, Transparency
9. Discussion related to the Urban Redevelopment Agency Mayor Varner
10. Finance City Administrat …
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Tue May 12, 2026
Planning Commission
Planning Commission reviews 79-acre annexation and rezoning to PUD
The Planning Commission will hold a workshop and public review session on several rezoning and development proposals. Key cases include a 79-acre annexation for a planned unit development at Racetrack Rd., a 11.8-acre rezoning to highway commercial on Avalon Pkwy., and a 10-acre mixed-use PUD at Griffin St. and Highland Ave. Also under review are a townhome project and a zoning modification for a sandwich shop and janitorial business.
- Annexation and rezoning of 79.04 acres at 964 & 820 Racetrack Rd. to PUD
- Rezoning of 11.82 acres at Avalon Pkwy. to C-3 Highway Commercial
- Rezoning of 10 acres at 175 & 199 Griffin St. to PUD mixed-use
- Townhome project on 7.36 acres at 150 Cola Welch Pkwy. & Cedar Rd. (rezoning to RTD with variances)
- Zoning modification at 571 Hwy. 81 E. to allow sandwich shop and janitorial business
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City of McDonough
Community & Economic Development Department
Planning & Zoning Division
City Hall - 136 Keys Ferry Street, 3 rd Floor
McDonough, GA 30253
May 12 , 20 26 – (6:00 PM)
Municipal Planning Commission (MPC)
WORKSHOP AND PUBLIC REVIEW MEETING AGENDA
1. Call to Order – Chair
2. Roll Call
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4 . Verification of meeting requirements - Chair/Staff
5. Approval of Agenda
6 . Review & Approval of Minutes: April 14, 2026
7 . PUBLIC COMMENT SESSION – A max imum time of five (5) minutes has been
allocated for comments by the public. It is requested that the subject matter be
relevant to the operations of the Community Development Department (i.e.
Planning & Zoning, Building/Inspec tions, and/or Code Enforcement).
8 . WORKSHOP SESSION:
Case # 260 402
District 4 : Larry Blue
Applicant: Steve Goodsell on b ehalf of Marcia Garrison T aylor for Synchrony Terrace
Address: Ava lon Pkwy.
Request: Rezoning property to C-3 ( Highway Commercial ) with conditions .
Zoning: C-2 ( Central Commercial )
Land Lot(s) 1 91 of the 7th District
1 1.82 +/- total acres
MPC Public Review ( 6/9/ 26)
City Council Workshop (6/4/ 26 ) & Public Hearing (6/15/ 26)
DRAFTED 5 /5 /26
9 . PUBLIC REVIEW SESSION:
Old Business:
Case # 260204
District 1: Xavier Johnson
Applicant: Bryan Flint for Flintrock, LLC for Griffin St. & Highland Ave. Mixed Use
Address: 175 & 199 Griffin St. & Highland Ave.
Request: Rezoning property to PUD (Planned Unit Development) consisting of S …
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Thu May 7, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Council to vote on $632K fire truck and rezoning of 79 acres
The City Council will vote on purchasing a new fire truck for $632,113 and renewing property/liability insurance for $774,386. They will also hold public hearings and votes on several rezoning requests, including a controversial 54-acre Anderson Landing development and a 79-acre annexation/rezoning for Racetrack Residence. New ordinances on smoking, noise, a youth council, and a moratorium on data centers and ICE detention centers will be discussed.
- Approve $632,113 purchase of a Spartan FB-94 pumper truck from Fout Fire
- Renew $774,386 property/liability insurance with GIRMA
- Rezone 54 acres at Turner Church Rd for Anderson Landing (postponed repeatedly)
- Annex and rezone 79 acres at Racetrack Rd for a planned unit development
- Discuss ordinances including a moratorium on data centers and ICE detention centers
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✓ Decided: Anderson Landing rezoning deferred after motion to deny fails
Council voted 3-2 (with 2 abstentions) to deny a rezoning request for 89 lots on Turner Church Road, but the motion failed. A subsequent motion to defer the case 30 days passed 6-0. Council also approved a $632,113 fire truck purchase, renewed property/liability insurance for $774,386, adopted a smoking ordinance with amendments, and adopted a noise ordinance (5-0, 1 abstention).
- Deferred Anderson Landing rezoning (250903) to June 15 meeting (6-0)
- Approved $632,113 Spartan pumper truck from Fout Fire (6-0)
- Renewed GIRMA property/liability coverage for $774,386 (6-0)
- Adopted Smoking Ordinance 26-05-07 with amendments (6-0)
- Adopted Noise Ordinance 25-05-07.1 (5-0, 1 abstention)
- Adopted Resolution 26-05-07 for McDonough Youth Council bylaws (6-0)
- Authorized RFP for janitorial services (6-0)
- Authorized sale of city property at 231 Macon Street (6-0)
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GOOD GOVERNANCE
Guiding Principle: Fiscal Responsibility, Accountability, Transparency
AGENDA
City of McDonough
City Council Workshop
McKibben Chambers City Hall
136 Keys Ferry Street
May 7, 2026
6:00 PM
1. Call to Order Mayor Kamali Varner
2. Roll Call
3. Invocation
4. Pledge of Allegiance
5. Approval of the Agenda
6. Consent Agenda
A. Technology Services Brian Linton, Director
Request for approval to pay the Tyler Technologies invoice for Brazos Hosting, in the
amount of $22,666.34. Funding Source: 100-5.1535.52.1301
B. Administration City Clerk, Christy Taylor
Approval of the April 20, 2026, City Council Meeting Minutes
C. Administration City Clerk, Christy Taylor
Request to amend the adopted 2026 Regular Meetings Schedule to hold the July Workshop
on Thursday, July 2, 2026.
7. Public Comments
8. Proclamations
Building Safety Month
57th Annual Professional Clerks Week on May 3-9, 2026
Public Safety Week on May 11-15, 2026
9. McDonough Housing Authority
Swearing in of Commissioners Todd Bond and Leanette Duffey
GOOD GOVERNANCE
Guiding Principle: Fiscal Responsibility, Accountability, Transparency
10. Public Safety – Fire Department Chief David Williams
Request for approval to order and purchase an NFPA 1900 Compliant Spartan FB-94
Custom Pumper Truck per MFD Specifications from Fout Fire, at a cost of $632,113.00.
Funding Source: SPLOST V Project 10: Fire Trucks: 326.5.3520.54.2200 …
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General
Mon Apr 20, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Council to vote on mixed-use PUD rezoning on Griffin St. & Highland Ave.
The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a rezoning request for a 10-acre mixed-use Planned Unit Development (PUD) at 175 & 199 Griffin St. and Highland Ave., combining single-family residential and office/commercial uses. They will also consider a 3% sanitation rate increase effective June 1, 2026, and discuss a moratorium on data centers and ICE detention centers. Multiple consent agenda items include purchases and contracts totaling over $250,000.
- Rezoning 10 acres at 175 & 199 Griffin St. to PUD (mixed-use residential and commercial)
- 3% sanitation rate increase effective June 1, 2026
- Discussion of moratorium on data centers and ICE detention centers
- Purchase of a 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 for $56,974.00 and a 2026 GMC Sierra for $42,029.00
- Contract renewal with 120Water for lead/copper mandate at $12,869.00
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✓ Decided: Approved COs for Symphony Park homes up to 25% based on amenity completion
Council approved an administrative variance allowing up to 25% of Certificates of Occupancy for Symphony Park based on percentage of completed amenities. Also adopted budget amendments for FY 2024/2025 and FY 2025/2026, approved a 3% sanitation rate increase, and passed a solicitation ordinance banning door-to-door sales where visibly prohibited. A contract with the Shaquille O'Neal Boys & Girls Club was renewed.
- Approved Symphony Park variance for COs up to 25% (6-1)
- Adopted Resolution 26-04-20 amending FY 2024/2025 budget (7-0)
- Adopted Resolution 26-04-20 #2 amending FY 2025/2026 budget (7-0)
- Approved 3% sanitation rate increase effective June 1, 2026 (7-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 26-04-20 banning solicitation where prohibited (6-1)
- Renewed contract with Shaquille O'Neal Boys & Girls Club (7-0)
- Approved purchase of 2026 Chevy 1500 for Wastewater ($47,669) (6-0-1 abstention)
- Approved speed tables on Lakemont Drive ($28,375) (6-0-1 abstention)
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GOOD GOVERNANCE
Guiding Principle: Fiscal Responsibility, Accountability, Transparency
AGENDA
City of McDonough
City Council Meeting
McKibben Chambers City Hall
136 Keys Ferry Street
April 20, 2026
6:00 PM
1. Call to Order Mayor Kamali Varner
2. Roll Call
3. Invocation
4. Pledge of Allegiance
5. Approval of Agenda
6. Consent Agenda
6A. Technology Services Brian Linton, Director
Request for approval of the SHI quote for licenses, Gateway Appliance and Software
version updates through Cisco. The cost for phase one is $60,637.19, plus vendor
installation fees. Funding Source: SPLOST V 326-5.1535.54.2599
6B. Public Works – Water/Sewer William VonDenBosch, Director
Request authorization to renew the annual contract with 120Water, to assist the City in
meeting the required Lead/Copper Mandate, at a cost of $12,869.00. Funding Source:
Line Item: 505-5.4440.52.3860
6C. Public Works Andy Butts, Assistant Director
Request for approval to pay the Otis Elevator annual maintenance in the amount of
$15,896.04. Funding Source: Line Item: 100-5.1565.52.2240
6D. Wastewater Plant Jeremy Newton, Director
Request for approval to purchase one 2026 Chevrolet 1500 4x4 crew cab from Bellamy
Strickland in McDonough, at a cost of$ 47,669.00. Funding Source: 505-5.4335.54.2200
6E. Wastewater Plant Jeremy Newton, Director
Request for approval to authorize Current Edge Solutions to provide all electrical services
and materials to install SPLOST funde …
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Tue Apr 14, 2026
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to review annexation and PUD for 79 acres on Racetrack Rd
The Planning Commission will hold a workshop and public review session on several development proposals. Key items include a 79-acre annexation and rezoning to Planned Unit Development at Racetrack Rd, a 10-acre mixed-use PUD at Griffin St. & Highland Ave, and a rezone for townhomes at Cola Welch Pkwy & Cedar Rd. A zoning modification to allow a sandwich shop and janitorial business at 571 Hwy 81 E will also be discussed.
- Annexation and rezoning of 79.04 acres at 964 & 820 Racetrack Rd to PUD
- Rezoning to PUD for mixed-use on 10 acres at 175 & 199 Griffin St. & Highland Ave
- Rezone 7.36 acres at 150 Cola Welch Pkwy & Cedar Rd to RTD with variances for townhomes
- Zoning modification to allow sandwich shop and janitorial business at 571 Hwy 81 E
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City of McDonough
Community & Economic Development Department
Planning & Zoning Division
City Hall - 136 Keys Ferry Street, 3 rd Floor
McDonough, GA 30253
April 14 , 20 26 – (6:00 PM)
Municipal Planning Commission (MPC)
WORKSHOP AND PUBLIC REVIEW MEETING AGENDA
1. Call to Order – Chair
2. Roll Call
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4 . Verification of meeting requirements - Chair/Staff
5. Introduction for New Planner – Paige Dunson
6 . Approval of Agenda
7 . Review & Approval of Minutes: March 10, 2026
8 . PUBLIC COMMENT SESSION – A maximum time of five (5) minutes has been
allocated for comments by the public. It is requested that the subject matter be
relevant to the operations of the Community Development Department (i.e.
Planning & Zoning, Building/Inspec tions, and/or Code Enforcement).
9 . WORKSHOP SESSION:
OLD BUISNESS: N/A
REVISED 4/9/26
NEW BUSINESS:
Case # 260203
District 1: Xavier Johnson
Applicant: Steven Jones on behalf of Olympic Real Estate Group, LLC for Cola Welch
& Cedar T ownhomes
Address: 150 Cola Welch Pkwy. & Cedar Rd.
Request: Rezone property to RTD (Residential Townhouse) with variances
Zoning: RM-75 (Multi-Family Residential) with conditions per ORD #04-06-07002(Z)
Land Lot(s) 154 of the 7th District
7.36 +/- total acres
Planning Commission P ublic Review (5/12/26)
City Council Meeting Workshop ( 5/7/26 ) Public Hearing ( 5/18/26 )
Case # 260209
District 3: Scott Reeves
Applicant: George Ramcharan for Hoyt, LLC
Address: 571 Hwy. 81 E.
Request: …
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Thu Apr 2, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Council to discuss rezoning for mixed-use PUD on Griffin Street
The City Council Workshop will discuss several action items, including a rezoning request for a Planned Unit Development (PUD) at Griffin Street and Highland Avenue. Other notable items include approval of mural installations downtown, purchase of speed bumps on Lakemont Drive, and a contract for Geranium Park design. The council will also vote on a solicitation ordinance and review annual reports from the City Clerk and Municipal Court.
- Rezoning Case #260204: request to change 10 acres at 175 & 199 Griffin St. from RM-75 and M-1 to PUD (mixed-use) – workshop discussion; public hearing and vote set for April 20
- Two proposed murals in downtown Main Street District: near 20 Macon Street (New Sole Running building) and 45 Macon Street; total cost $42,700
- Purchase and installation of 15 speed bumps on Lakemont Drive at $3,000 plus labor
- Award of contract to Goodwyn Mills & Caywood for Geranium Park design at $44,000 from SPLOST VI
- Consent agenda includes: Placer.ai invoice ($25,358), transfer switch installation at Public Works ($34,106), and repairs to 32 Jonesboro Street building ($18,200)
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✓ Decided: McDonough council approves murals, hires staff, defers rezoning vote.
The McDonough City Council approved several infrastructure and administrative items, including a $42,700 mural installation in downtown Main Street and a $44,000 design contract for Geranium Park. The council also hired Andrew Cauthen as Communication Director and promoted Sylvia Smith to Deputy City Administrator. A rezoning petition for properties on Griffin Street and Highland Avenue was scheduled for a public hearing on April 20, along with a solicitation ordinance vote. Speed bump installation on Lakemont Drive was paused while staff compares costs with speed tables.
- Approved $42,700 downtown mural installation near Macon Street (7-0)
- Awarded $44,000 Geranium Park design contract to Goodwyn Mills & Caywood (7-0)
- Hired Andrew Cauthen as Communication Director (7-0)
- Promoted Sylvia Smith to Deputy City Administrator (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda items including $34,106 Public Works IT upgrade and $18,200 VA building repairs (6-0)
- Tabled rezoning case #260204 for 175 & 199 Griffin Street until April 20 hearing (7-0)
- Deferred solicitation ordinance vote to April 20 meeting (7-0)
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GOOD GOVERNANCE
Guiding Principle: Fiscal Responsibility, Accountability, Transparency
AGENDA (Amended)
City of McDonough
City Council Workshop
McKibben Chambers City Hall
136 Keys Ferry Street
April 2, 2026
6:00 PM
1. Call to Order Mayor Kamali Varner
2. Roll Call
3. Invocation
4. Pledge of Allegiance
5. Approval of the Agenda
6. Consent Agenda
A. Technology Services Brian Linton, Director
Request for approval to pay Placer.ai invoice in the amount of $25,358.00.
Funding Source: Line Item 100-5.1535.52.1301
B. Public Works William VonDenBosch, Director
Request for approval to authorize Current Edge Solutions to install a 104-amp transfer
switch in the IT computer room at Public Works, at a cost of $34,106.00. Funding
Source: SPLOST V – Project 11 326 5.1535.54.2599
C. Public Works William VonDenBosch, Director
Request for approval to authorize Troy Customer Builders LLC to make repairs to 32
Jonesboro Street building (Veterans Affairs building), at a cost of $18,200.00. Funding
Source: Line Item 327 5.6180.54.1000
7. Public Comments
8. McDonough Tourism Board Presentation Yasna Grainger
9. Public Works William VonDenBosch, Director
Request for approval to purchase hoses and fitting for the diesel bypass pump from
Xylem at a cost of $27,738.37. Funding Source: SPLOST VI 327-5.4335.54.2148
GOOD GOVERNANCE
Guiding Principle: Fiscal Responsibility, Accountability, Transparency
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MINUTES
City of McDonough
City Council Workshop
McKibben Chambers City Hall
136 Keys Ferry Street
April 02, 2026
6:00 PM
The Regular Scheduled Workshop of the City of McDonough City Council was held on
Thursday, April 2, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
Mayor Kamali Varner called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
The City Clerk called roll for the meeting, as follows:
Mayor Kamali Varner Present
Mayor Pro Tem Jamal Burt Present
Councilmember Larry Blue Present
Councilmember Xavier Johnson (Arrived after roll call)
Councilmember Darryl Payton Present
Councilmember Scott Reeves Present
Councilmember Vanessa Thomas Present
Others in attendance: City Administrator, Keith Dickerson; Attorney, Alicia Thompson; Police
Chief, Ken Noble; Fire Chief, David Williams; Interim Deputy City Administrator, Sylvia
Smith; Finance Director, Dr. Ralph Igwedibie; Human Resources Director, LaTangela Hill;
Assistant Finance Director, Deborah Upshaw; Assistant Public Works Director, Andy Butts;
Municipal Court Clerk, Trisha Morgan; and Help Desk Technician, Rob Monnelus.
Mayor Pro Tem Burt gave the Invocation; and Councilmember Thomas led the Pledge of
Allegiance.
Mayor Varner called for a motion to approve the Agenda. Mayor Pro Tem Burt made a motion
to approve the Agenda, and Councilmember Payton seconded. The vote was six in favor. Those
voting in favor were Mayo …
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Tue Mar 31, 2026 · 18:30
General
136 Keys Ferry Street, McDonough
Mon Mar 16, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
McDonough City Council considers technology and infrastructure payments
The City Council will meet to discuss the approval of two technology-related invoices and receive updates from Henry County Schools. The body will also review minutes from a previous workshop.
- Payment of $53,780.80 to SHI for Microsoft 365 Office Suite annual renewal
- Payment of $21,685.72 to SmartWave for emergency Microware system repairs
- Update from Henry County Schools Superintendent Dr. John Pace
- Approval of March 5, 2026, City Council Workshop Minutes
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AGENDA (Amended)
City of McDonough
City Council Meeting
McKibben Chambers City Hall
136 Keys Ferry Street
March 16, 2026
6:00 PM
1. Call to Order Mayor Pro Tem Jamal Burt
2. Roll Call
3. Invocation
4. Pledge of Allegiance
5. Approval of Agenda
6. Consent Agenda
A. Technology Services Brian Linton, Director
Request for approval to pay the SHI invoice for the annual renewal of the Microsoft 365
Office Suite in the amount of $53,780.80.
Funding Source: Line Item 100-5.1535.52.1303
B. Administration Christy Taylor, City Clerk
Approval of the March 5, 2026, City Council Workshop Minutes
7. Public Comments
8. Henry County Schools Superintendent Update Dr. John Pace, Superintendent
Nicole Shaw, Assistant Superintendent
9. Human Resources LaTangela Hill, Director
Recognition of Women’s History Month
10. Technology Services Keith Dickerson, City Administrator
Request for approval to pay the SmartWave invoice for $21,685.72, to complete an
emergency repair of our Microware system, which provides internet to our Water Plants,
Fire Station 52, Welch Police Prescient, and Welcome Center. Funding Source: SPLOST
V Line Item 326-5.1535.54.2599
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11. Executive Session (if needed) for: Litigation O.C.G.A. 50-14-2
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Thu Mar 5, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
City Council to consider rezoning for Anderson Landing on Turner Church Rd.
The City Council will discuss a rezoning request for 54.54 acres on Turner Church Rd. and consider several infrastructure payments and police equipment purchases. The body is also reviewing resolutions regarding meeting decorum, civility, and legal participation in class action litigation.
- Rezoning request for Anderson Landing (Turner Church Rd.) from RA-200 to R-75
- Release of $500,000.00 for SPLOST VI Project #29 Roadway Plantings
- Purchase of a narcotic and tracking canine for $10,800.00
- Wastewater pump purchase for Garden Walk pump station for $85,594.40
- Payment of $13,573.52 for See-Click-Fix Annual Renewal
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✓ Decided: Council approved $500,000 release for SPLOST VI road planting project
The McDonough City Council adopted several resolutions, including rules of decorum, a civility pledge, and a communications SOP. It approved Budget Amendment #2 for FY 2025‑2026 and authorized a $10,800 purchase of a narcotic and tracking canine. The council also released $500,000 for SPLOST VI Project #29 (roadway plantings) and authorized participation in AFFF‑PFAS class‑action litigation. A rezoning case was postponed for up to 45 days.
- Adopted Resolution 26-03-05.1 establishing Rules of Decorum (7 in favor)
- Adopted Resolution pledging to practice and promote civility (7 in favor)
- Adopted Communications SOP as presented (7 in favor)
- Adopted Resolution 26-03-05 approving Budget Amendment #2 FY 2025‑2026 (7 in favor)
- Authorized purchase of a narcotic and tracking canine for $10,800 (7 in favor)
- Approved release of $500,000 for SPLOST VI Project #29 road plantings (7 in favor)
- Adopted Resolution authorizing City participation in AFFF‑PFAS class‑action litigation (7 in favor)
- Postponed rezoning case #250903 for up to 45 days (7 in favor)
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AGENDA (Amended)
City of McDonough
City Council Workshop
McKibben Chambers City Hall
136 Keys Ferry Street
March 5, 2026
6:00 PM
1. Call to Order Mayor Kamali Varner
2. Roll Call
3. Invocation
4. Pledge of Allegiance
5. Approval of the Agenda
6. Consent Agenda
A. Technology Services Brian Linton, Director
Request for authorization to pay the Civic Plus invoice for the See -Click-Fix Annual
Renewal, in the amount of $13,573.52. Funding Source: 100-5.1535.52.1301
B. Administration Christy Taylor, City Clerk
Approval of the February 16, 2026, City Council Meeting Minutes
C. Wastewater Department Jeremy Newton, Director
Request approval for Cornerstone Mechanical to replace the shaft and bearings on
Aeration 1, at a cost of $34,995.00. Funding Source: 505-5.4335.52.2200
D. Wastewater Department Jeremy Newton, Director
Request authorization to purchase one Xylem 85 H.P pump for Garden Walk pump
station, at a cost of $85,594.40. Funding Source: 505-5.4335.54.2501
7. Public Comments
8. Adoption of a Resolution Establishing the Rules of Decorum for City of McDonough
Meetings
9. Adoption of a Resolution Pledging to Practice and Promote Civility In the City of
McDonough
10. Administration – Communications Andrew Cauthen, Director
Approval of the Communications Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)
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City of McDonough
City Council Workshop
McKibben Chambers City Hall
136 Keys Ferry Street
March 5, 2026
6:00 PM
Mayor Kamali Varner called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
The City Clerk called roll for the meeting, as follows:
Mayor Kamali Varner Present
Mayor Pro Tem Jamal Burt Present
Councilmember Larry Blue Present
Councilmember Xavier Johnson (Arrived after roll call)
Councilmember Darryl Payton Present
Councilmember Scott Reeves Present
Councilmember Vanessa Thomas Present
Others in attendance: City Administrator, Keith Dickerson; City Attorney, Emilia Walker; City
Clerk, Christy Taylor; Interim Deputy City Administrator, Sylvia Smith; Finance Director, Dr.
Ralph Igwedibie; Human Resources Director, LaTangela Hill; Public Works Director, William
VonDenBosch; Technology Services Director, Brian Linton; Wastewater Plant Director, Jeremy
Newton; Assistant Finance Director, Deborah Upshaw; Assistant Public Works Director, Andy
Butts; Budget Manager, Dana Strickland; Building Official, Ayiende Toby; and Help Desk
Technician, Rob Monnelus.
Councilmember Thomas gave the Invocation; and Councilmember Payton led the Pledge of
Allegiance.
Mayor Varner called for a motion to approve the agenda with one amendment, to reorder Items
16 and 17, and make those items 9A and 9B. Councilmember Thomas made a motion to
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Mon Feb 16, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Council to vote on Anderson Landing rezoning after multiple postponements
The city council will hold a public hearing and vote on a rezoning request for 54.54 acres on Turner Church Road from RA-200 (Residential Agricultural) to R-75 (Single-Family Residential) for the Anderson Landing subdivision, previously postponed three times. The council also considers purchasing two police interceptors for $142,307.80, adopting resolutions to request a technology fee for municipal court and create a public facilities authority, and acknowledging the 2024 NFPA Life Safety Code.
- Rezoning Case #250903: 54.54 acres at Turner Church Rd from RA-200 to R-75 – public hearing and vote after three postponements
- Purchase of two 2025 Ford Interceptor SUVs with police package for $142,307.80 (funded by Red Speed 214-5.3210.53.1795)
- Resolution requesting Georgia General Assembly establish a technology fee for Municipal Court
- Resolution requesting creation of a McDonough Public Facilities Authority
- Consent agenda: adoption of 2024 Edition of NFPA 101 Life Safety Code and other NFPA updates retroactive to May 27, 2025
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✓ Decided: Council approved purchase of two police SUVs costing $142,307.80
The council approved the meeting agenda and consent agenda unanimously. It authorized the purchase of two 2025 Ford Interceptor police SUVs for a total of $142,307.80. The public hearing for case #250903 was postponed to March 5, 2026, and two resolutions requesting state legislation were adopted. An appointment to the Board of Zoning Appeals was made and the council entered, then exited, executive session.
- Approved agenda (7 in favor)
- Approved consent agenda (7 in favor)
- Approved purchase of two 2025 Ford Interceptor SUVs for $142,307.80 (7 in favor)
- Postponed public hearing for case #250903 to March 5, 2026 (7 in favor)
- Adopted Resolution 26-02-06 requesting a technology fee for the municipal court (7 in favor)
- Adopted Resolution 26-02-06.1 requesting creation of a McDonough Public Facilities Authority (7 in favor)
- Appointed Reid Burch to the Board of Zoning Appeals (7 in favor)
- Entered executive session for litigation, real estate, and personnel matters (7 in favor)
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AGENDA (Amended)
City of McDonough
City Council Meeting
McKibben Chambers City Hall
136 Keys Ferry Street
February 16, 2026
6:00 PM
1. Call to Order Mayor Kamali Varner
2. Roll Call
3. Invocation
4. Pledge of Allegiance
5. Approval of Agenda
6. Consent Agenda
A. Public Safety – Fire Department Chief Dave Williams
Request approval and public record of the acknowledgement, adoption, and use of the
2024 Edition of NFPA 101; Life Safety Code and all other updates or amendments to
NFPA 1 – 500 to be effective and retroactive to May 27, 2025.
B. Administration Christy Taylor, City Clerk
Approval of the February 5, 2026, City Council Workshop Minutes
7. Public Comments
8. Proclamations
Arbor Day 2026
Recognizing the 100th Birthday of Mary E. Walcott
9. Public Safety – Fire Department Chief David Williams
Recognition of McDonough Fire Department 2025 Firefighter and Fire Officer of the Year
and award presentation.
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10. Public Safety – Police Department Chief Ken Noble
Request for approval to purchase (2) 2025 Ford Interceptor SUVs with police package,
from Brannan Motors for the Uniform Patrol Divisio n, with the addition of emergency
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City of McDonough
City Council Meeting
McKibben Chambers City Hall
136 Keys Ferry Street
February 16, 2026
6:00 PM
The Regular Scheduled Meeting of the City of McDonough City Council was held on Monday,
February 16, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
Mayor Kamali Varner called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
The City Clerk called roll for the meeting, as follows:
Mayor Kamali Varner Present
Mayor Pro Tem Jamal Burt Present
Councilmember Larry Blue Present
Councilmember Xavier Johnson Present
Councilmember Darryl Payton Present
Councilmember Scott Reeves Present
Councilmember Vanessa Thomas Present
Others in attendance: City Administrator, Keith Dickerson; City Attorney, Emilia Walker; City
Clerk, Christy Taylor; Police Chief, Ken Noble; Fire Chief, David Williams; Interim Deputy
City Administrator, Sylvia Smith; Health & Human Services Director, Barbara Coleman; Public
Works Director, William VonDenBosch, Senior Planner, Mark Aniadaga; and Help Desk
Technician, Rob Monnelus.
Councilmember Reeves gave the Invocation; and Councilmember Blue led the Pledge of
Allegiance.
Mayor Varner called for a motion to approve the Agenda. Mayor Pro Tem Burt made a motion
to approve the Agenda, and Councilmember Johnson seconded. The vote was seven in favor.
The City Clerk sounded the Consent Agenda, as follows:
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Thu Feb 5, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
City Council considers $231,000 purchase for police SUVs
The City Council will discuss the purchase of police and stormwater vehicles. The body will also consider the appointment of Keith Dickerson as City Administrator and review nominations for the Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals.
- Purchase of (5) 2025 Ford Interceptor SUVs from Brannan Motors for $231,000.00
- Purchase of one 2026 Chevrolet 2500 4x4 for the Stormwater Department for $59,574.00
- Appointment of Keith Dickerson as City Administrator
- Nominations for Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals
- Presentation of Georgia Municipal Association Lifetime Achievement Award to Rufus Stewart
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✓ Decided: Council appoints Keith Dickerson as City Administrator and approves key purchases
The council approved its agenda and consent items unanimously. It ratified a $231,000 purchase of five police SUVs and approved a $59,574 purchase of a service truck. Councilmembers appointed Keith Dickerson as City Administrator and adopted an expense reimbursement ordinance. Several items, including a community‑economic report, were deferred to the next meeting.
- Approved agenda (6-0)
- Approved consent agenda (6-0)
- Ratified purchase of five 2025 Ford Interceptor SUVs ($231,000) (6-0)
- Approved purchase of 2026 Chevrolet 2500 truck ($59,574) (6-0)
- Deferred Community & Economic Development annual report to Feb 16, 2026 (6-0)
- Appointed Keith Dickerson as City Administrator (6-0)
- Entered executive session on litigation, real estate, and personnel matters (6-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 25-02-05 expense reimbursement policy (6-0)
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AGENDA
City of McDonough
City Council Workshop
McKibben Chambers City Hall
136 Keys Ferry Street
February 5, 2026
6:00 PM
1. Call to Order Mayor Kamali Varner
2. Roll Call
3. Invocation
4. Pledge of Allegiance
5. Approval of the Agenda
6. Consent Agenda
A. Administration City Clerk, Christy Taylor
Approval of the January 20, 2026, City Council Meeting Minutes
7. Public Comments
8. Presentation of the Georgia Municipal Association Lifetime Achievement Award to
Former Councilmember Rufus Stewart
9. Remaining Nominations for Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals by
Governing Body
10. Public Safety – Police Department Chief Ken Noble
Request to ratify agreement approved on August 18, 2025, to purchase from Legacy Ford
(5) 2025 Ford Interceptor SUVs with police package, to purchase said vehicles from
Brannan Motors for the Uniform Patrol Division, at a cost of $46,200 per vehicle,
totaling $231,000.00. Emergency equipment has already been purchased. Funding
Source: SPLOST V Project 12, 326-5.3210.54.2200
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11. Public Works – Stormwater Department Andy Butts, Asst Public Works Director
Request for approval to purchase one 2026 Chevrolet 2500 4x4 double cab with an eight -
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City of McDonough
City Council Workshop
McKibben Chambers City Hall
136 Keys Ferry Street
February 5, 2026
6:00 PM
Mayor Kamali Varner called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
The City Clerk called roll for the meeting, as follows:
Mayor Kamali Varner Present
Mayor Pro Tem Jamal Burt Present
Councilmember Larry Blue Present
Councilmember Xavier Johnson Present
Councilmember Darryl Payton Present
Councilmember Scott Reeves Absent (due to the birth of a grandchild)
Councilmember Vanessa Thomas Present
Others in attendance: Interim Deputy City Administrator, Sylvia Smith, Attorney Earl Turner (on
behalf of Emilia Walker); City Clerk; Christy Taylor; Police Chief, Ken Noble; Fire Chief,
David Williams; Technology Services Director, Brian Linton; Assistant Public Works Director,
Andy Butts; Building Official, Ayiende Toby; Administrative Assistant, Ashleigh Ann Wells;
and Help Desk Technician, Rob Monnelus.
Mayor Pro Tem Burt gave the Invocation; and Councilmember Johnson led the Pledge of
Allegiance.
Mayor Varner called for a motion to approve the Agenda. Mayor Pro Tem Burt made a motion to
approve the Agenda, and Councilmember Payton seconded. The vote was six in favor. Those
voting in favor were Mayor Varner, Mayor Pro Tem Burt, Councilmember Blue, Councilmember
Johnson, Councilmember Payton, and Councilmember Thomas. Councilmembe …
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Tue Jan 20, 2026 · 18:00
General
Council considers rezoning for a senior assisted‑living PUD at Lake Dow Rd.
The McDonough City Council will vote on several consent‑agenda items, including payments to vendors and purchases of vehicles and contracts for road work. The council will also review two rezoning applications, one for a senior assisted‑living planned unit development at Lake Dow Rd. & Hwy 81 E. and another for a single‑family residential rezoning on Turner Church Rd. Additional business includes appointments to the Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals and presentation of annual reports.
- Approve payment of $11,097.32 to Civic Plus for the Next Request invoice (Funding Source: 100-5.1535.52.1301)
- Approve payment of $23,212.14 to Delta Municipal for the Neptune 360 invoice (Funding Source: 100-5.1535.52.1301)
- Authorize purchase of a 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV truck for $45,230.00 from Bellamy Strickland (Funding Source: SPLOST VI)
- Approve contract with Blount Construction Company Inc. for Travis Drive resurfacing, $234,700.37 (Funding Source: SPLOST VI Project 26)
- Consider rezoning Case #250809 to a Planned Unit Development for a senior assisted‑living community at Lake Dow Rd. & Hwy 81 E.
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✓ Decided: Council approved senior‑living rezoning at Lake Dow Road with conditions
The council approved several contracts, including purchases of a Chevrolet Silverado EV truck, an Isuzu landscape truck, a Travis Drive resurfacing project, and design services for the new South Police Precinct. It also approved the rezoning of 10.16 acres at Lake Dow Road for a senior‑living development, adopting Ordinance 26‑0120001, with a 6‑1 vote. Additionally, the council named Keith Dickerson as the sole finalist for city administrator and deferred an Eastwood Homes rezoning to a March 5 workshop.
- Approved purchase of 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV truck for Parks Dept ($45,230) – vote 6‑1
- Approved purchase of 2026 Isuzu NPR Crew Cab landscape truck for Parks Dept ($72,995) – vote 7‑0
- Approved Travis Drive resurfacing contract ($234,700.37) – vote 7‑0
- Approved contract with Jericho Design Group for South Police Precinct design services ($292,000) – vote 7‑0
- Approved rezoning of 10.157 acres at Lake Dow Road for Manor Lake senior community (Ordinance 26‑0120001) – vote 6‑1
- Motion to defer Eastwood Homes rezoning case 250903 to March 5 workshop – motion passed
- Named Keith Dickerson as sole finalist for City Administrator position – vote 7‑0
- Approved motion to enter Executive Session for litigation and personnel matters – vote 7‑0
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AGENDA
City of McDonough
City Council Meeting
McKibben Chambers City Hall
136 Keys Ferry Street
January 20, 2026
6:00 PM
1. Call to Order Mayor Kamali Varner
2. Roll Call
3. Invocation
4. Pledge of Allegiance
5. Approval of Agenda
6. Consent Agenda
A. Technology Services Brian Linton, Director
Request for approval to pay the Civic Plus Next Request invoice in the amount of
$11,097.32. Funding Source: 100-5.1535.52.1301
B. Technology Services Brian Linton, Director
Request for approval to pay the Delta Municipal Neptune 360 invoice for $23,212.14.
Funding Source: 100-5.1535.52.1301
C. Public Works William VonDenBosch, Director
Request for authorization to ratify agreement with approved contractor from Harding
Plumbing ($14,500.00) to Barfield Underground for the installation of a new sewer line
for the City of McDonough at Jonesboro Road Park, at a cost of $12,540.00. The service
includes running a new sewer line, approximately 380 feet of 4” sewer line from an
existing building and tying into an existing manhole.
Funding Source: 327 – 5.6220.54.1412
D. Human Resources LaTangela Hill, Director
Request authorization for the Mayor to execute the Employee Assistant Program Services
Agreement with CuraLinc Healthcare.
E. Administration Christy Taylor, City Clerk
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City of McDonough
City Council Meeting
McKibben Chambers City Hall
136 Keys Ferry Street
January 20, 2026
6:00 PM
The Regular Scheduled Meeting of the City of McDonough City Council was held on Tuesday,
January 20, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
Mayor Kamali Varner called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
The City Clerk called roll for the meeting, as follows:
Mayor Kamali Varner Present
Mayor Pro Tem Jamal Burt Present
Councilmember Larry Blue Present
Councilmember Xavier Johnson Present
Councilmember Darryl Payton Present
Councilmember Scott Reeves Present
Councilmember Vanessa Thomas Present
Others in attendance: City Attorney, Emilia Walker; City Clerk, Christy Taylor; Police Chief,
Ken Noble; Fire Chief, David Williams; Interim Deputy City Administrator/Community &
Economic Development Director, Sylvia Smith; Human Resources Director, LaTangela Hill;
Finance Director, Dr. Ralph Igwedibie; Technology Services Director, Brian Linton; Wastewater
Plant Director, Jeremy Newton; Assistant Public Works Director, Andy Butts; Assistant Finance
Director, Deborah Upshaw; Open Records Officer, Kathy Story; and Help Desk Technician, Rob
Monnelus.
Councilmember Reeves gave the Invocation; and Councilmember Thomas led the Pledge of
Allegiance,
Mayor Varner called for a motion to approve the Agenda. Councilmember Reeves made a
motion to approve …
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Mon Jan 5, 2026 · 18:00
General
Organizational meeting to swear in mayor, councilmembers, elect officials
This is an organizational meeting of the McDonough City Council. The council will swear in Mayor Kam Varner and four councilmembers. They will elect a Mayor Pro Tem and nominate members for the Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals. The agenda includes approval of previous meeting minutes, public comments, and potential executive session.
- Swearing-in of Mayor Kam Varner and Councilmembers Xavier Johnson, Vanessa Thomas, Jamal Burt
- Election of Mayor Pro Tem
- Nominations for Planning Commission
- Nominations for Board of Zoning Appeals
- Approval of December 17, 2025 meeting minutes
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✓ Decided: Council elects Burt as Mayor Pro Tem; Reeves nomination fails
The McDonough City Council held its organizational meeting, swore in the mayor and three councilmembers, and elected Councilmember Burt as Mayor Pro Tem after a nomination for Reeves failed. The council also made appointments to the Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals, and authorized Sylvia Smith as Interim Deputy City Administrator. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved agenda (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda including Dec 17, 2025 minutes (5-0; mayor and Johnson did not vote)
- Elected Councilmember Burt as Mayor Pro Tem (6-1)
- Reeves Mayor Pro Tem nomination failed (3-4)
- Appointed Stanley Head, LaTonya Hawkins, Jerry Hayes, Taira Castora, Mark Thomas, Fredrina McLaughlin to Planning Commission
- Appointed Samuel Humphreys and Charles Piersaul to BOZA
- Authorized Sylvia Smith as Interim Deputy City Administrator (7-0)
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AGENDA
City of McDonough
Organizational City Council Meeting
McKibben Chambers City Hall
136 Keys Ferry Street
January 5, 2026
6:00 PM
1. Call to Order Mayor Kamali Varner
2. Roll Call
3. Invocation
4. Pledge of Allegiance
5. Approval of Agenda
6. Swearing of Mayor Kam Varner
Swearing of District 1 Councilmember Xavier Johnson
Swearing of Councilmember At Large Vanessa Thomas
Swearing of District 2 Councilmember Jamal Burt
7. Consent Agenda
A. Approval of the December 17, 2025, City Council Meeting Minutes
8. Public Comments
9. Nominations and Election of Mayor Pro Tem
10. Nominations for the Planning Commission
11. Nominations for the Board of Zoning Appeals
12. Executive Session (if needed) for: Litigation O.C.G.A. 50-14-2
Real Estate O.C.G.A. 50-14-3 (b)(1)
Personnel O.C.G.A. 50-14-3 (b)(2)
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13. Project Updates:
District I | Xavier Johnson District III | Scott Reeves At-Large | Darryl Payton
District II | Jamal Burt District IV | Larry Blue At-Large | Vanessa Thomas
14. City Clerk, City Attorney, and Mayor Comments
15. Adjournment
OPEN MEETINGS COMPLIANCE NOTICE: This is a regularly scheduled meeting of Mayor and Council of the City of
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City of McDonough
Organizational City Council Meeting
McKibben Chambers City Hall
136 Keys Ferry Street
January 5, 2026
6:00 PM
The Organizational Meeting of the City of McDonough City Council was held on Monday,
January 5, 2026.
Mayor Kamali Varner called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
The City Clerk called roll for the meeting, as follows:
Mayor Kam Varner Present
Councilmember Larrry Blue Present
Councilmember Jamal Burt Present
Councilmember Xavier Johnson (Arrived after roll call)
Councilmember Darryl Payton Present
Councilmember Scott Reeves Present
Councilmember Vanessa Thomas Present
Others in attendance: Police Chief, Ken Noble; Fire Chief, David Williams; City Attorney,
Emilia Walker; City Clerk, Christy Taylor; Human Resources Director, LaTangela Hill;
Community & Economic Development Director, Sylvia Smith; Technology Services Director,
Brian Linton; Assistant Finance Director, Deborah Upshaw; Budget Manager, Dana Strickland;
Deputy City Clerk, Joani Clemons; and Open Records Officer, Kathy Story.
Councilmember Burt gave the Invocation; and Councilmember Blue led the Pledge of
Allegiance.
Mayor Varner called for a motion to approve the Agenda. Councilmember Reeves made a
motion to approve the Agenda, and Councilmember Burt seconded. The vote was seven in
favor.
McDonough Municipal Court Chief Judge, the Ho …
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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $12.8M | WINDAMIR DEVELOPMENT INC Department of Defense · BASE: BUILDING CONSTRUCTION COMPLETE |
| $5.8M | WINDAMIR DEVELOPMENT INC Department of Defense · REPAIR TNG BARRACKS - D-3026, FT. BRAGG, NC |
| $5.6M | WINDAMIR DEVELOPMENT INC Department of Defense · P099 TSB-1 HVAC REPURPOSING, JB CHARLESTON |
| $3.5M | WINDAMIR DEVELOPMENT INC Department of Defense · CONSTRUCTION OF AN AIRCRAFT TEST ENGINE FACILITY, HUNTER ARMY AIRFIELD |
| $2.9M | WINDAMIR DEVELOPMENT INC Department of Defense · CONSTRUCTION OF VEHICLE PAINT PREP FACILITY, FORT STEWART, GEORGIA |
| $2.4M | OFFICE DESIGN SOLUTIONS, LLC. General Services Administration · CARES ACT HVAC UPGRADE RICHARD B. RUSSELL FEDERAL BUILDING, GA0121ZZ |
| $2.4M | APEX FACILITY SERVICES GROUP LLC Department of Agriculture · UPGRADE CHILLER PHASE 3, USNPRC BUILDING 1 |
| $2.3M | KDK TECHNOLOGIES LLC Department of the Interior · XA/21 SCADA MAINTENANCE |
| $2.1M | APEX FSE JV LLC Department of Agriculture · BUILDING 62 LABORATORY AND OFFICE SPACE RENOVATION |
| $2.1M | THE BAPTISTE GROUP, LLC Department of Homeland Security · THE PURPOSE OF THIS TASK ORDER IS TO MEET THE IDIQ MINIMUM REQUIREMENT |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Henry County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Traffic fatalities5 (3 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments4,528 (65,403 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,830/mo (452 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy20.9% (low numeracy 34% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
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Recorded votes
52
Permitted housing units
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
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Where it’s happening
geocoded land-use decisions🗺 Interactive map
Every rezoning, development approval, and permit — explore the geocoded records in the research explorer.