Richmond Hill public meetings in 2021

City Council

The City Council workshop and special called meeting will discuss budget amendments, a GEFA loan modification, and the 2022 communications plan. The council will also vote on several alcohol license applications and an insurance fee ordinance revision.

• Budget Amendment #7 and Budget Amendment #8
• South Annexation Phase III GEFA Loan Modification
• Alcohol license for Southern Spirit at 12750 Highway 144
• Alcohol license for Flacos House at 4494 US-17
• Insurance fee ordinance revision

Historic Preservation Commission

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Richmond Hill Historic Preservation Commission for December 16, 2021, was cancelled. The cancellation was due to a lack of agenda items.

Architectural Review Board

The Richmond Hill Architectural Review Board will consider approving revised building elevations and a revised site plan for the Dunkin' and Jersey Mike's buildings proposed at 41 Laurel Street. The board will also vote on approving the minutes from its November 18, 2021 meeting. The site plan recommendation will be forwarded to the Planning Commission.

• Revised building elevations for Dunkin' and Jersey Mike's at 41 Laurel Street
• Revised site plan for Dunkin' and Jersey Mike's at 41 Laurel Street
• Recommendation to Planning Commission on the site plan
• Approval of November 18, 2021 meeting minutes

The Architectural Review Board approved a sign face replacement for First Baptist Church, revised building elevations for Dunkin' and Jersey Mike's at 41 Laurel Street, and recommended approval of the revised site plan for the same location to the Planning Commission. All motions were unanimous.

• Approved sign face replacement for First Baptist Church at 9184 Ford Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved revised building elevations for Dunkin' and Jersey Mike's at 41 Laurel Street (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of revised site plan for Dunkin' and Jersey Mike's at 41 Laurel Street (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Richmond Hill Planning & Zoning Commission's regular meeting scheduled for Monday, December 13, 2021 at 7:00 p.m. has been cancelled due to lack of agenda items. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

• Regular meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items

City Council

The City Council will approve the 2022 budget and resolution, along with a $32,000 TSPLOST allocation for LED lighting at Exit 90. The meeting includes public hearings and votes on two zoning variances and three rezoning petitions from Simcoe Investment Group to convert land to Planned Unit Development (PUD) status. Consent agenda items include the 2022 meeting schedule, fire fee resolution, and insurance license fee revisions.

• Approval of 2022 Budgets and Budget Resolution
• Rezone 13.69 acres (Parcel 0461-162-01) from R-2 to PUD for Simcoe Investment Group
• Rezone 14.83 acres (Parcel 0461-162) from C-3 to PUD for Simcoe Investment Group
• Rezone 0.86 acres (Parcel 0461-160) from R-2 to PUD for Simcoe Investment Group
• Allocate $32,000 TSPLOST funds to Moye Electric Company for LED high mast lighting at Exit 90

The Richmond Hill City Council approved the 2022 budgets and budget resolution, and approved three rezoning requests by Simcoe Investment Group totaling about 29.38 acres from R-2 and C-3 to Planned Unit Development (PUD), along with the preliminary plat for the Robertson Tract PUD. The council also approved two zoning variances, a TSPLOST allocation for lighting, an employee handbook revision, and the consent agenda items. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved 2022 budgets and budget resolution (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 13.69 acres (parcel 0461-162-01) from R-2 to PUD (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 0.86 acres (parcel 0461-160) from R-2 to PUD (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 14.83 acres (parcel 0461-162) from C-3 to PUD (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plat for Robertson Tract PUD (unanimous)
• Approved variance for Racetrac buffer reduction at Kroger Drive and Highway 17 with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved variance for covered patio setback at 116 Nelson Drive (unanimous)
• Approved $32,000 TSPLOST allocation to Moye Electric for LED lighting at Exit 90 (unanimous)

Downtown Development Authority

The Richmond Hill Downtown Development Authority will hold its regular monthly meeting, where it will vote on the proposed agenda, meeting minutes, the financial report, and Ford fence posts. The board will also discuss the facade grant scoring matrix and the Allman mural, and take public comment.

• Vote on Ford fence posts
• Facade grant scoring matrix 2nd draft discussion
• Allman mural discussion
• Approval of financial report
• Public comment period

The Downtown Development Authority approved a deposit to reserve a custom mold for Ford fence posts despite delays, adopted the second draft of the façade grant scoring matrix, and decided not to proceed with the Greg Allman mural but will purchase the already-bought marine plywood for a future mural. The board also discussed prioritizing photography and social media for placemaking.

• Approved agenda and November minutes (all in favor)
• Accepted financial report with ending balance of $150,203.42 (all in favor)
• Approved deposit to reserve custom Ford fence post mold (motion by Glazer, second by Warren)
• Adopted façade grant scoring matrix in full
• Decided not to proceed with Greg Allman mural; approved purchase of marine plywood only (motion by Grant, second by Warren)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Richmond Hill Planning Commission was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Richmond Hill Historic Preservation Commission's regular meeting scheduled for November 18, 2021, at 2:30 p.m. has been cancelled due to lack of agenda items. This is a procedural cancellation with no items to discuss or decide.

• Regular meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will consider approving the minutes from its October 21, 2021 meeting and will review two sign applications: a freestanding sign for Jarrell CPA at 22 Dearborn Drive and a building sign for Richmond Hill Nails & Spa at 8872 Ford Avenue, Suite 201. The board will vote to approve or disapprove each item.

• Approval of October 21, 2021 meeting minutes
• Freestanding sign for Jarrell CPA at 22 Dearborn Drive
• Building sign for Richmond Hill Nails & Spa at 8872 Ford Avenue, Suite 201

The Architectural Review Board approved the minutes from the October 21, 2021 meeting. They also approved a freestanding sign for Jarrell CPA at 22 Dearborn Drive and a building sign for Richmond Hill Nails & Spa at 8872 Ford Avenue, Suite 201. The meeting adjourned at 2:45 PM.

• Approved the minutes from the October 21, 2021 ARB meeting.
• Approved the freestanding sign for Jarrell CPA at 22 Dearborn Drive.
• Approved the building sign for Richmond Hill Nails & Spa at 8872 Ford Avenue, Suite 201.

City Council

This is a City Council workshop, not a voting meeting. The council will discuss the 2022 budget if needed, and get an overview of upcoming planning and zoning items, including a rezoning request and preliminary plat for the Simcoe Investment Group Robertson Tract PUD, and a dissimilar zone buffer reduction variance request by Raceway on US 17. They will also discuss City Center operations and Richmond Hill Police Department vehicles.

• 2022 Budget Public Hearing and discussion
• Rezoning request by Simcoe Investment Group for Robertson Tract Planned Unit Development (PUD)
• Preliminary plat for Simcoe Investment Group Robertson Tract PUD
• Dissimilar zone buffer reduction variance request by Raceway on US 17
• Ford Avenue Historic District signage proposal from Historic Preservation Commission

The City Council held a public hearing on the 2022 budget at 5:00 p.m. with no one present for or against it, and the hearing was closed. During the workshop, the council had no questions or concerns about the budget. Staff provided overviews of upcoming agenda items, including a rezoning request and preliminary plat for the Robertson Tract PUD, a buffer reduction variance request by Raceway, and a discussion on City Center operations and RHPD vehicles. No formal decisions were made; the workshop adjourned at 6:07 p.m.

• Closed 2022 budget public hearing with no public comment
• No questions or concerns raised on 2022 budget
• Adjourned workshop at 6:07 PM

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Richmond Hill Planning Commission will review and vote on the site plan for Brown Thrasher Logistics at Belfast Commerce Centre Drive. The meeting also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and standard procedural items.

• Site plan approval for Brown Thrasher Logistics at BCP, Belfast Commerce Centre Drive, parcel 049-010
• Approval of October 25, 2021 meeting minutes

The Richmond Hill Planning and Zoning Commission approved the site plan for a warehouse building submitted by Brown Thrasher Logistics at Belfast Commerce Centre Drive (map & parcel 049-010). The building will be approximately 260,000 sq ft with 32ft tall tilt concrete panels. The applicant will return later for building elevations approval. The meeting was procedural and closed at 7:07 pm.

• Approved October 25, 2021 meeting minutes (motion by Cooper, seconded by Blanks, carried)
• Approved Brown Thrasher Logistics site plan for warehouse at Belfast Commerce Centre Drive (motion by Blanks, seconded by Raiford, carried)

City Council

The Richmond Hill City Council will hear the proposed 2022 budget, hold public hearings and votes on two sign variances, and take first readings on three rezoning requests by Simcoe Investment Group. The consent agenda includes budget amendments, alcohol licenses, and a police department job description, plus SPLOST allocations and a sewer pump purchase.

• Presentation of 2022 proposed budget
• Public hearing and vote on Taco Bell sign variance at 40 Oleander Street
• Public hearing and vote on Bella Mia Italian Kitchen sign variance at 10747 Ford Avenue
• First readings to rezone three parcels (13.69, .86, 14.83 acres) to PUD
• SPLOST allocations: $32,000 for Basin 4 Engineering, $28,537.76 for Ford F-150

The Richmond Hill City Council approved the consent agenda, including minutes, budget amendments, alcohol licenses, and a police job description. It also approved two sign variances for Taco Bell and Bella Mia Italian Kitchen, additional SPLOST funding for Basin 4 engineering and a new Ford F-150, adopted the Access Management Plan for Belfast Keller Road, upheld the initial decision on Angela Davis' appeal, and approved a sewer bypass pump purchase. All votes were unanimous (3-0).

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, budget amendments, alcohol licenses, and RHPD job description (3-0)
• Approved sign variance for Taco Bell at 40 Oleander Street (3-0)
• Approved sign variance for Bella Mia Italian Kitchen at 10747 Ford Avenue (3-0)
• Approved $32,000 SPLOST allocation for Basin 4 Engineering Services (3-0)
• Approved $28,537.76 SPLOST allocation for 2022 Ford F-150 for Building Inspections (3-0)
• Adopted Access Management Plan and Right-of-Way Sections for Belfast Keller Road (3-0)
• Upheld initial decision on Angela Davis' appeal (3-0)
• Approved $52,448.00 sewer bypass pump purchase from Mersino (3-0)

Downtown Development Authority

The Richmond Hill Downtown Development Authority is holding its regular monthly meeting to approve the agenda, minutes, and financial report, and to discuss several downtown items. Members will hear Seafood Festival numbers, review a Ford Fence Posts item, and get an update on the Community House appraisal. The board will also consider a façade grant scoring matrix and an application for Strathy Hall Rentals/Jarrell Tax and Business Consultants at 22 Dearborn Drive, plus discuss board terms and new members.

• Approval of DDA Financial Report
• Seafood Festival numbers discussion
• Ford Fence Posts item
• Community House appraisal and report
• Façade grant update: scoring matrix and application for Strathy Hall Rentals/Jarrell Tax and Business Consultants, 22 Dearborn Drive

The Downtown Development Authority approved a $10,000 facade grant for Jarrell Tax and Business Consultants for improvements to 22 Dearborn Drive, contingent on invoices and $20,000+ in payments. The board also discussed a proposed Gregg Allman mural, deferring a decision to gather opinions from Chief Shores and the CVB Director. A draft scoring matrix for the facade grant program was reviewed and will be revised for the next meeting.

• Approved $10,000 facade grant to Jarrell Tax and Business Consultants (motion by Ward, second by Grant; Brookshire abstained)
• Approved November 2nd meeting agenda (all in favor)
• Approved October 5th meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Accepted DDA Financial Report with ending balance of $153,603.42 (all in favor)
• Agreed to test draft facade grant scoring matrix on Jarrell application; simplify to 5 criteria and 5 elements
• Deferred Gregg Allman mural decision; will gather opinions from Chief Shores and CVB Director
• Agreed to inquire about cost of mold for Ford fence post replicas

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Richmond Hill Planning Commission will hold public hearings and make recommendations on three rezoning requests by Simcoe Investment Group, covering about 29.4 acres, to change zoning to Planned Unit Development (PUD). They will also consider a conditional use application for outdoor storage, a preliminary plat for a 33-acre PUD, and a variance request for a RaceWay gas station. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and standard procedural items.

• Conditional use: Sapp's Wrecker Service outdoor storage at 700 Longwood Drive, Suite G
• Rezone 0.86 acres (parcel 0461-160) from R-2 to PUD
• Rezone 14.83 acres (parcel 0461-162) from C-3 to PUD
• Rezone 13.69 acres (parcel 0461-162-01) from R-2 to PUD
• Variance request for RaceWay at Kroger Drive and Highway 17 (30ft buffer)

The Richmond Hill Planning Commission recommended approval of three rezoning requests by Simcoe Investment Group to rezone about 29.38 acres from R-2 and C-3 to PUD, and approved the preliminary plat for The Robertson Tract, a 33-acre development with 114 single-family lots, one commercial lot, and greenspace. The commission also approved a conditional use permit for Sapp's Wrecker Service for outdoor storage at 700 Longwood Drive, Suite G, and recommended approval of a variance for RaceWay to reduce the rear buffer from 30ft to 15ft. All votes were 4-1, with Commissioner Blanks opposing the rezoning and plat recommendations.

• Approved conditional use for Sapp's Wrecker Service outdoor storage at 700 Longwood Drive, Suite G (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of rezoning .86 acres from R-2 to PUD (4-1, Blanks opposed)
• Recommended approval of rezoning 14.83 acres from C-3 to PUD (4-1, Blanks opposed)
• Recommended approval of rezoning 13.69 acres from R-2 to PUD (4-1, Blanks opposed)
• Recommended approval of preliminary plat for The Robertson Tract PUD, 114 lots (4-1, Blanks opposed)
• Recommended approval of RaceWay variance for 15ft rear buffer (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to discuss signage for the Ford Avenue Historic District. The meeting also includes a review of minutes from the July 15, 2021, meeting.

• Discussion on Ford Avenue Historic District signage

The Historic Preservation Commission approved the July 15, 2021 meeting minutes unanimously. The board discussed a rendering for Ford Avenue Historic District signage and agreed to show only the established year, without an end date. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved July 15, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Agreed signage should show only established year, no end date

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will vote on meeting minutes, three sign applications, and a variance recommendation for RaceWay. The RaceWay request, forwarded to City Council, seeks relief from the 30-foot perimeter buffer requirement for dissimilar zones at Kroger Drive and Highway 17.

• Sign review: Great Oak Yoga, 2489 Highway 17
• Sign review: Three Lemons, 10064 Ford Avenue
• Sign review: Taco Bell, 40 Oleander Street
• Variance recommendation: RaceWay at Kroger Drive and Highway 17 (30ft buffer)

The Architectural Review Board approved three building signs with conditions and recommended approval of a variance for RaceWay. The sign for Great Oak Yoga was approved contingent on meeting thickness requirements, Three Lemons' sign was approved as shown, and Taco Bell's signage was approved with specific design changes. The board also recommended approval of a 15-foot buffer variance for RaceWay to the City Council.

• Approved Great Oak Yoga sign contingent on 3/4 inch thickness (unanimous)
• Approved Three Lemons sign with white background and green text (unanimous)
• Approved Taco Bell signage with bell-only design and 16-inch brick base (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of RaceWay 15ft buffer variance (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will review budget recommendations and upcoming planning items. The workshop includes discussions on signage variances, rezoning for a planned unit development, and engineering proposals.

• Signage variance request by Taco Bell at Oleander Street and Ford Avenue
• Signage variance request by Bella Mia in Sawmill Plaza
• Rezoning request by Simcoe Investment Group for the Robertson Tract PUD
• Tide Gate engineering proposal and potential SPLOST allocation
• SPLOST budget for a Ford F-150 for Building Inspection/Code Enforcement

The City Council held a workshop to discuss the 2022 budget process, with Finance Director Derrick Cowart presenting an overview of city funds and department needs. No formal votes were taken; the proposed budget will be presented at the November meeting. The council also reviewed upcoming agenda items, including signage variance requests from Taco Bell and Bella Mia, and a rezoning request by Simcoe Investment Group for the Robertson Tract PUD.

• No formal decisions made; workshop only
• Reviewed 2022 budget preparation process
• Discussed upcoming signage variance requests (Taco Bell, Bella Mia)
• Discussed upcoming rezoning request (Robertson Tract PUD)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will consider a conditional use application for a vehicle wash facility at 700 Longwood Drive. The meeting also includes reviews of site plans and building elevations for Ascendum Machinery at Belfast Keller Road and Medline Drive.

• Conditional use application for a vehicle wash facility at 700 Longwood Drive, Suite A & B
• Site plan review for Ascendum Machinery at Belfast Keller Road and Medline Drive
• Building elevation review for Ascendum Machinery at Belfast Keller Road and Medline Drive

The Richmond Hill Planning Commission approved a conditional use application for a vehicle wash facility at 700 Longwood Drive, Suite A & B, and approved the site plan and building elevations for Ascendum Machinery on an 11.50-acre parcel at Belfast Keller Road and Medline Drive. All votes were unanimous. The meeting minutes from September 27, 2021, were also approved.

• Approved conditional use for vehicle wash at 700 Longwood Drive, Suite A & B (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for Ascendum Machinery at Belfast Keller Road and Medline Drive (unanimous)
• Approved building elevations for Ascendum Machinery (unanimous)
• Approved September 27, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The agenda consists only of a planning session following the call to order, invocation, and pledge of allegiance. No specific projects, ordinances, or decisions are listed for discussion.

The City Council held a planning workshop to review city funds and department needs for the 2022 budget. No formal decisions were made; the proposed budget will be presented at the November council meeting.

• Reviewed city funds and department needs for 2022 budget (no vote)

City Council

The Richmond Hill City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a variance request from ExperCARE for an additional building sign at 60 Exchange Street, Suite B-7. The council will also consider approval of a preliminary plat for Parcel 17B of the Belfast PUD on Belfast Keller Road, and a purchase of an odor elimination system for the Main Street Lift Station for $28,947. The agenda includes consent items (minutes approval) and a public comment period.

• Public hearing and vote on ExperCARE variance for additional building sign at 60 Exchange Street, Suite B-7 (C-1 zoning)
• Approval/Disapproval of preliminary plat by Coleman Company for Parcel 17B, Belfast PUD, Belfast Keller Road (map/parcel 049-004)
• Approval/Disapproval of $28,947 purchase of Odor Elimination System for Main Street Lift Station from Water/Sewer Enterprise Fund
• Consent agenda: approval of minutes from September 7 and September 21, 2021 meetings
• Public comments by Angela Davis

The Richmond Hill City Council approved a variance for ExperCARE to add a building sign at 60 Exchange Street, Suite B-7, and approved the preliminary plat for Parcel 17B of the Belfast PUD on Belfast Keller Road. They also approved a $28,947 purchase of an odor elimination system for the Main Street Lift Station. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Approved ExperCARE sign variance (4-0)
• Approved Coleman Company preliminary plat for Belfast PUD Parcel 17B (4-0)
• Approved $28,947 odor elimination system purchase for Main Street Lift Station (4-0)

Downtown Development Authority

The Richmond Hill Downtown Development Authority is holding its regular monthly meeting. The board will vote on the agenda, minutes, and financial report, and will discuss Ford fence posts and an update on the Expercare facade grant. Public comment is also scheduled.

• Approval of October 5, 2021 proposed agenda
• Approval of September 14, 2021 meeting minutes
• DDA financial report
• Discussion of Ford fence posts
• Facade grant update for Expercare

The Downtown Development Authority approved a $9,625 façade grant for Expercare, covering 50% of the project cost. A decision on purchasing precast fence posts for the Ford Fence project was tabled pending a rendering or sample. The board also agreed to make a sponsorship donation to the Chamber of Commerce for the Great Ogeechee Seafood Festival.

• Approved Expercare façade grant of $9,625 (all in favor)
• Tabled decision on Select-Precast fence posts ($7,300) pending rendering or sample
• Agreed to sponsor Great Ogeechee Seafood Festival (all in favor)
• Approved DDA Financial Report with ending balance of $157,528.42 (all in favor)
• Approved October 5th meeting agenda (all in favor)
• Approved September 14th meeting minutes (all in favor)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Richmond Hill Planning Commission will consider a conditional use application for a hair braiding home occupation at 215 Beckley Drive, and will make a recommendation on the preliminary plat for Parcel 17B of the Belfast PUD on Belfast Keller Road. The meeting also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Conditional use application by Noumon Adjoavi Clarisse for hair braiding business at 215 Beckley Drive
• Recommendation on preliminary plat for Parcel 17B, Belfast PUD, Belfast Keller Road (map & parcel 049-004)
• Approval of September 13, 2021 meeting minutes

The Richmond Hill Planning Commission approved a conditional use application for a hair braiding business as a home occupation at 215 Beckley Drive, with all members voting in favor. They also recommended approval of the preliminary plat for Parcel 17B of the Belfast PUD on Belfast Keller Road. The meeting minutes from September 13, 2021, were approved unanimously.

• Approved conditional use for hair braiding home occupation at 215 Beckley Drive (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of preliminary plat for Parcel 17B, Belfast PUD, Belfast Keller Road (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of September 13, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Richmond Hill City Council is holding a workshop to discuss several items, including a police staffing request, upcoming planning and zoning items, and updates on various projects. The agenda includes a signage variance request by ExperCARE and updates on stormwater management, speed control improvements, and a tax allocation district. The council is also discussing a potential project for J.F. Gregory Park and a Mainstreet scrubber overview.

• Police staffing request
• Signage variance request by ExperCARE at 60 Exchange Street
• Stormwater Management Program update by M.E. Sack Engineering
• Mulberry Drive Speed Control Improvements update
• Potential project for J.F. Gregory Enhancement

The City Council held a workshop with no formal votes. They discussed adding a Forensic Technician position to the police department, reviewed upcoming agenda items including a signage variance request, and heard updates on stormwater management and Mulberry Drive speed control. The city manager presented potential J.F. Gregory Park enhancements and an air scrubber for Mainstreet Station, with plans to bring pricing and details to future meetings.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during the workshop
• Discussed adding Forensic Technician position to police department
• Reviewed signage variance request for ExperCare at 60 Exchange Street
• Heard stormwater management program update from M.E. Sack Engineering
• Discussed Mulberry Drive speed control options including rumble strips and signage
• Reviewed potential J.F. Gregory Park enhancements including splash pad
• Discussed air scrubber for Mainstreet Station at $28,947

Historic Preservation Commission

The Richmond Hill Historic Preservation Commission's regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday, September 16, 2021, at 2:30 p.m. has been cancelled due to lack of agenda items. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

• Regular meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items

Architectural Review Board

The City of Richmond Hill Architectural Review Board's regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, September 16 at 2:30 p.m. has been cancelled due to lack of agenda items. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items

Downtown Development Authority

The Richmond Hill Downtown Development Authority is holding its regular monthly meeting to approve the agenda, minutes, and financial report. They will also discuss several items including a food drive, advertising, fence posts, water tower lighting, facade grants, and a property appraisal.

• Approval of DDA Financial Report
• Gift Cards for 'Treats for Eats' Food Drive
• Georgia Trend Magazine Ad re-run
• Ford Fence Posts
• Façade grant updates for Ford Village and Expercare

The Downtown Development Authority approved two $10,000 façade grants for the Ford Village common area, covering property improvements and signage. The board also approved the financial report, a September ad invoice, and an updated appraisal for the Ford Community House. A façade grant request from Expercare was tabled for further inquiry.

• Approved two $10,000 façade grants for Ford Village common area (all in favor)
• Approved DDA financial report with ending balance of $158,503.42 (all in favor)
• Approved September ad invoice with GeorgiaTrend re-running ad at no cost (all in favor)
• Approved updated appraisal for Ford Community House not to exceed $4,000 (Patel/Brookshire; Ward abstained)
• Tabled Expercare façade grant application for sign replacement (all in favor)
• Approved meeting agenda and July minutes (all in favor)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Richmond Hill Planning Commission will review and vote on the site plan and building elevations for a proposed Enmarket convenience store at Belfast Commerce Centre. The meeting also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Site plan for Enmarket at Lot C1, Belfast Commerce Centre, Parcel 15A
• Building elevations for Enmarket at Lot C1, Belfast Commerce Centre, Parcel 15A
• Approval of August 23, 2021 meeting minutes

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the site plan and building elevations for an Enmarket convenience store and restaurant on Lot C1 of Belfast Commerce Centre, Parcel 15A. The site plan meets PUD and design requirements, though the applicant must still obtain a road encroachment permit from Bryan County. The building will feature brick, Hardie siding, and a metal roof, with a possible standalone convenience store and a later restaurant. The commission also approved the minutes from the August 23, 2021 meeting.

• Approved the August 23, 2021 meeting minutes.
• Approved the Enmarket site plan on Lot C1, Belfast Commerce Centre, Parcel 15A.
• Approved the Enmarket building elevations on Lot C1, Belfast Commerce Centre, Parcel 15A.

City Council

The Richmond Hill City Council will hold public hearings and vote on two zoning variance requests, approve a preliminary plat for a new subdivision, and consider a SPLOST VII allocation for road improvements. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes, a financial report, and a budget amendment. An executive session is scheduled for legal and real estate matters.

• Variance for screened patio at 142 Steven Street to reduce rear setback from 30 to 27 feet
• Variance for restroom/bathhouse on Gandy Dancer to allow zero side setback instead of 20 feet
• Preliminary plat for Buttonwood Subdivision at Harris Trail and Timber Trail
• SPLOST VII allocation of $8,720 for pavement markings and intersection improvements at Timber Trail and Harris Trail
• Change order #2 for Tyson Utilities Construction, net deduction of $208,543.73 for South Annexation GEFA Phase II utility project

The City Council approved two zoning variances: one for a screened patio at 142 Steven Street and one for a restroom/bathhouse on Gandy Dancer. It also approved the preliminary plat for the Buttonwood Subdivision, a SPLOST VII allocation for pavement markings, and a change order for a utility project. The meeting included a proclamation for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month and a police promotion.

• Approved variance for Gary Ludwig to allow a screened patio 27 feet from the property line at 142 Steven Street.
• Approved variance for Georgia Living Station to allow a zero side setback for a restroom/bathhouse on Gandy Dancer.
• Approved preliminary plat for Buttonwood Subdivision at Harris Trail and Timber Trail.
• Approved SPLOST VII allocation of $8,720 for pavement markings at Timber Trail and Harris Trail.
• Approved change order #2 for Tyson Utilities Construction, Inc. with a net contract deduction of $208,543.73.
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, financial report, and budget amendment.
• Entered executive session for legal and real estate matters, then returned to open session.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will vote on a recommendation to the City Council regarding the preliminary plat for the Buttonwood project. The agenda contains no other substantive items, only procedural motions and approval of previous minutes.

• Preliminary plat for Buttonwood at corner of Harris Trail and Timber Trail (parcel 05406804)

The Richmond Hill Planning and Zoning Commission met on August 23, 2021, and took action on two items. They recommended approval of the preliminary plat for Buttonwood, a residential development at Harris Trail and Timber Trail, and approved a site plan for Anatolia Capital (USA) Corporation along Belfast Keller Road. Both motions passed unanimously.

• Approved minutes of July 26, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Buttonwood preliminary plat (unanimous)
• Approved Anatolia Capital site plan (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Richmond Hill Historic Preservation Commission regular meeting scheduled for August 19, 2021, was cancelled. The cancellation was due to a lack of agenda items.

Architectural Review Board

The regularly scheduled meeting of the City of Richmond Hill Architectural Review Board for August 19 has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

City Council

The City Council is holding a workshop to review the second-quarter financial report and consider a budget amendment. The City Manager will present items regarding road striping, traffic control on Mulberry Drive, and the use of the pond at Sterling Creek Park. No final votes are scheduled on these agenda items.

• Review of 2nd quarter financial report
• Consideration of a budget amendment
• Striping project at the intersection of Timber Trail and Harris Trail
• Traffic control recommendations for Mulberry Drive
• Discussion on Sterling Creek Park pond use

The City Council held a workshop and reviewed the 2nd Quarter financial report and a budget amendment recommendation, both scheduled for a vote at the next meeting. Staff also provided updates on a striping project, traffic control recommendations, and park pond uses. No formal decisions were made during the workshop.

• Reviewed Q2 financial report (no vote)
• Reviewed budget amendment recommendation (no vote)
• Discussed Timber Trail/Harris Trail striping project (no action)
• Discussed Mulberry Drive traffic control recommendations (no action)
• Discussed Sterling Creek Park pond uses (no action)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Richmond Hill Planning Commission's regular meeting scheduled for Monday, August 9, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. No business was conducted.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items

City Council

The Richmond Hill City Council will hold public hearings on the 2021 millage rate and a proposed redevelopment plan with a tax allocation district, then vote on consent agenda items including the millage rate, election matters, and several alcohol license requests. They will also consider contracts, zoning variances, preliminary plats, and a $295,000 lift station retrofit.

• Public hearing and approval of 2021 millage rate
• Resolution creating Redevelopment Area and Tax Allocation District Number One – Commercial Gateway
• Approval of $21,900 for e-hydraulic tactical breaching tools from SPLOST VII
• Award of $23,304 annual cleaning contract to Jani King
• Rezoning requests by Simcoe Investment Group for properties to R-3 Moderate Density Residential

The Richmond Hill City Council upheld Mayor Carpenter's vetoes of three Simcoe Investment Group rezoning requests, with Councilmember Cox voting against override motions. The council also approved a variance for RJ Reynolds Construction at 90 Rosemont Street, a preliminary plat for an Enmarket at Harris Trail and US 17, and a resolution creating a redevelopment area and tax allocation district. Several other items were approved, including a cleaning contract, lift station retrofits, and agreements with Bryan County.

• Upheld mayor's veto on Simcoe rezoning of 13.69 acres (R-2 to R-3) (3-1)
• Upheld mayor's veto on Simcoe rezoning of 0.86 acres (R-2 to R-3) (3-1)
• Upheld mayor's veto on Simcoe rezoning of 14.83 acres (C-3 to R-3) (3-1)
• Approved variance for RJ Reynolds Construction at 90 Rosemont Street (4-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for Enmarket at Harris Trail and US 17 (4-0)
• Approved resolution creating Redevelopment Area and Tax Allocation District Number One (4-0)
• Approved $23,304 annual cleaning contract with Jani King (4-0)
• Approved $295,000 Grundfos lift station retrofit from Water & Sewer Fund (4-0)

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority is holding its regular monthly meeting to vote on the agenda, prior meeting minutes, and the financial report. Members will also discuss and potentially act on Boles Park improvements, gift cards for first responders, a Georgia Trend magazine ad, Ford fence posts, a water tower lighting update, and façade grant updates for Ford Village, Expercare, and First Baptist.

• Approval of DDA financial report
• Boles Park improvements discussion
• Gift cards for first responders
• Georgia Trend magazine ad vote
• Façade grant updates for Ford Village, Expercare, First Baptist

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission is meeting to decide on a conditional use permit, site plan, and preliminary plat for an Enmarket vehicle service station and wash at Harris Trail and Highway 17, and a preliminary plat for a property on Rosemont Street. The commission will also approve the previous meeting's minutes.

• Conditional use application by Enmarket for vehicle service station and wash at Harris Trail and Highway 17 (parcel 054-002)
• Site plan review for Enmarket at Harris Trail and Highway 17
• Preliminary plat recommendation for Enmarket at Harris Trail and Highway 17
• Preliminary plat recommendation for RJ Reynolds Construction at 90 Rosemont Street (parcel 0461-136)
• Approval of June 28, 2021 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission approved a conditional use application, site plan, and recommended approval of a preliminary plat for an Enmarket vehicle service station and vehicle wash at the corner of Harris Trail and Highway 17 (map & parcel 054-002). They also recommended approval of a preliminary plat for a six-lot subdivision at 90 Rosemont Street (map & parcel 0461-136), which required a variance. All votes were unanimous. A resident's complaint about property conditions was forwarded to City Council.

• Approved Enmarket conditional use for vehicle service station and wash (unanimous)
• Approved Enmarket site plan (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Enmarket preliminary plat (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of RJ Reynolds Construction preliminary plat for 6 lots at 90 Rosemont St (unanimous)

City Council

The Richmond Hill City Council is holding a workshop meeting that includes a public hearing on the millage rate, an overview of the November 2021 municipal election, and updates on finance, planning, and zoning matters. The council will also discuss upcoming agenda items, including a rezoning veto, preliminary plats, and a variance request. A special called meeting follows for an executive session on legal matters.

• Millage rate public hearing
• November 2021 Municipal Election Overview
• Vetoed rezoning requests by Simcoe Investment Group, Inc.
• Variance requests by RJ Reynolds at 90 Rosemont Street
• Fee in lieu of tree mitigation for Taco Bell at Oleander Street

The City Council held a workshop with no formal votes. Staff previewed upcoming agenda items, including a polling location change for the November 2, 2021 election, a Commercial Gateway resolution for the Richmond Hill TAD #1, final action on vetoed rezoning requests by Simcoe Investment Group, and variance requests by RJ Reynolds. No decisions were made.

• No formal decisions made; workshop only

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to discuss signage within the Ford Avenue Historic District. The meeting also includes a review of minutes from the May 20, 2021, meeting.

• Discussion on Ford Avenue Historic District signage

The Richmond Hill Historic Preservation Commission approved the minutes from the May 20, 2021 meeting. They discussed signage for the Ford Avenue Historic District and agreed to have a local sign company create a rendering for review at the next meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved May 20, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Agreed to obtain a sign rendering for Ford Avenue Historic District for next meeting

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will review a building sign for Tosa Coffee at 10076 Ford Ave. The board will also consider building elevations and a site plan recommendation for an Enmarket located at the corner of Harris Trail and Highway 17.

• Sign review for Tosa Coffee, 10076 Ford Ave
• Building elevations review for Enmarket at Harris Trail and Highway 17
• Site plan recommendation to Planning Commission for Enmarket

The Architectural Review Board approved the building sign for Tosa Coffee at 10076 Ford Ave, with a condition that the pillbox cabinet sign underneath have an opaque background with only the text lighting up at night. The board also approved signage for Car Wash Express at 130 Mulberry Commercial Park Drive, and approved building elevations and recommended site plan approval for Enmarket at the corner of Harris Trail and Highway 17. The meeting minutes from June 17, 2021 were approved.

• Approved the June 17, 2021 meeting minutes
• Approved Tosa Coffee building sign with condition for opaque background on pillbox cabinet
• Approved Car Wash Express signage
• Approved Enmarket building elevations
• Recommended approval of Enmarket site plan to Planning Commission

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Richmond Hill Planning Commission's regular meeting scheduled for Monday, July 12, 2021 at 7:00 p.m. has been cancelled because there were no agenda items to address. This notice is purely procedural and contains no decisions or discussions.

• Regular meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items

City Council

The Richmond Hill City Council is holding a public hearing on a proposed redevelopment plan and creation of a tax allocation district, followed by votes on several zoning variances and rezoning requests. The council will also approve minutes, change bank signers, and recognize medical professionals.

• Public hearing on redevelopment plan and tax allocation district creation
• Rezoning of 13.69 acres (parcel 0461-162-01) from R-2 to R-3 by Simcoe Investment Group
• Rezoning of 0.86 acres (parcel 0461-160) from R-2 to R-3 by Simcoe Investment Group
• Rezoning of 14.83 acres (portion of 0461-162) from C-3 to R-3 by Simcoe Investment Group
• Variance requests for 274 Magnolia Street, Belfast Commerce Parcel 15A Lot C1, and 90 Rosemont Street

The City Council approved changing the signers on the First Chatham Bank Infrastructure Escrow Account, removing four former officials and appointing the mayor, city manager, assistant city manager, and finance director. It also approved a 3-foot rear setback variance for a screen room at 645 Hogan Drive. The council held first readings on three rezoning requests by Simcoe Investment Group, Inc. to rezone properties to R-3 Moderate Density Residential District, but took no final action on them.

• Approved removal of Robert B Whitmarsh, Michael J Melton, Richard R Davis, and Ursula G Lee as signers on the First Chatham Bank Infrastructure Escrow Account and appointment of Russ Carpenter, Chris Lovell, Scott Allison, and Derrick Cowart as new signers (4-0)
• Approved a 3-foot rear setback variance for Duane Zaricor at 645 Hogan Drive to allow a screen room 12 feet from the property line instead of 15 feet (4-0)
• Held first reading of rezoning petition for 13.69 acres (parcel 0461-162-01) from R-2 to R-3
• Held first reading of rezoning petition for 0.86 acres (parcel 0461-160) from R-2 to R-3
• Held first reading of rezoning petition for 14.83 acres (portion of parcel 0461-162) from C-3 to R-3

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will hold its regular monthly meeting via Zoom. The board will vote on the agenda, minutes, and financial report, and will discuss improvements to Boles Park. Public comment is also scheduled.

• Approval of July 6, 2021 proposed agenda
• Approval of June 1, 2021 meeting minutes
• DDA financial report
• Discussion of Boles Park improvements
• Public comment period

The Downtown Development Authority approved the July 6 agenda, June 1 minutes, and the financial report with an ending balance of $204,337.31. The board tabled the Boles Park Improvements discussion until Robbie Ward could be present. No public comment was made, and the meeting adjourned at 8:39 AM.

• Approved July 6 meeting agenda (motion by Warren, second by Brookshire, all in favor)
• Approved June 1 meeting minutes (motion by Warren, second by Brookshire, all in favor)
• Accepted DDA Financial Report with ending balance of $204,337.31 (motion by Brookshire, second by Glazer, all in favor)
• Tabled Boles Park Improvements discussion until Robbie Ward could be present

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Richmond Hill Planning Commission will vote on three conditional use applications: a vehicle service station and a package store at 1341 Harris Trail Road, and outdoor entertainment for Bubba's Bistro at 3881 Highway 17. They will also review a preliminary plat for the Robertson Tract Subdivision at Camelia Street and Hwy 144, and approve the May 10 meeting minutes.

• Conditional use for vehicle service station at 1341 Harris Trail Road
• Conditional use for package store at 1341 Harris Trail Road
• Conditional use for outdoor entertainment at 3881 Highway 17 (Bubba's Bistro)
• Preliminary plat for Robertson Tract Subdivision at Camelia Street and Hwy 144
• Approval of May 10, 2021 meeting minutes

The Richmond Hill Planning Commission approved three conditional use applications: a vehicle service station and a package store at 1341 Harris Trail Road, and outdoor entertainment at Bubba's Bistro (3881 Highway 17) with restrictions. It also recommended disapproval of the preliminary plat for the Robertson Tract Subdivision, pending City Council's rezoning decision. The meeting minutes from May 10, 2021, were approved.

• Approved conditional use for vehicle service station at 1341 Harris Trail Road (Amit Patel).
• Approved conditional use for package store at 1341 Harris Trail Road (Amit Patel).
• Approved conditional use for outdoor entertainment at Bubba's Bistro (3881 Highway 17) with conditions: low amp acoustic music only, no base guitar, no drums, must end by 9:00 PM daily.
• Recommended disapproval of preliminary plat for Robertson Tract Subdivision (Camelia Street and Hwy 144).
• Approved minutes of May 10, 2021 meeting.

City Council

This is a special called meeting of the Richmond Hill City Council. The agenda consists only of procedural items: call to order, invocation and pledge, an executive session for personnel matters, and adjournment. No public decisions or discussions are listed.

• Executive session for personnel matters

The Richmond Hill City Council met in special session and voted unanimously to enter a closed meeting to discuss personnel matters, then reconvened in open session. The council approved a resolution ratifying the closed-session discussions and authorizing the mayor to file the required affidavit. No other business was conducted, and the meeting adjourned at 6:36 PM.

• Entered closed session for personnel matters (motion carried 4-0).
• Reconvened into open session (motion carried 4-0).
• Approved the closed session resolution ratifying actions and authorizing the mayor's affidavit (motion carried 4-0).
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:36 PM (motion carried 4-0).

Historic Preservation Commission

The Richmond Hill Historic Preservation Commission cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for June 17, 2021, at 2:30 p.m. due to lack of agenda items. No business was conducted or discussed.

• Regular meeting cancelled due to no agenda items

City Council

This is a special-called City Council meeting with an agenda limited to an executive session for personnel matters. No public decisions, votes, or discussions are listed on the agenda.

• Executive session for personnel matters

The Richmond Hill City Council met in special session and voted unanimously to enter closed session for personnel matters, then reconvened in open session. The council approved a resolution ratifying the closed-session discussions and authorizing the mayor to execute a required affidavit. No other substantive business was conducted; the meeting adjourned at 7:42 PM.

• Entered closed session for personnel matters (4-0)
• Reconvened into open session (4-0)
• Approved closed session resolution ratifying actions (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board is meeting to approve minutes from May, review two building signs on Hwy 17, and consider building elevations for a new Jersey Mike's at Laurel Street and Hwy 144. All items are up for approval or disapproval.

• Approve minutes from May 20, 2021 ARB meeting
• Building sign for Asia Market dba Silk Road Market at 2479 Hwy 17
• Building sign for Summit Royal Oak, LLC dba Savannah Car Wash at 1792 Hwy 17
• Building elevations for Jersey Mike's at corner of Laurel Street and Hwy 144 submitted by Pantheon ADC

The Architectural Review Board approved a building sign for Asia Market dba Silk Road Market at 2479 Hwy 17, with a condition that the beige color match R-234, G-204, B-142. They also approved a building sign for Summit Royal Oak, LLC dba Savannah Car Wash at 1792 Hwy 17, as shown in black and white, and recommended painting the lattice white or removing it, and painting the metal roof silver. The board approved building elevations for the Jersey Mike's building at Laurel Street and Hwy 144, with brick as Savannah Gray and Hardie siding painted white. All motions carried unanimously.

• Approved building sign for Asia Market dba Silk Road Market at 2479 Hwy 17, with condition that beige color be R-234, G-204, B-142 (unanimous)
• Approved building sign for Summit Royal Oak, LLC dba Savannah Car Wash at 1792 Hwy 17, as shown in black and white (unanimous)
• Approved building elevations for Jersey Mike's building at Laurel Street and Hwy 144, with Savannah Gray brick and white Hardie siding (unanimous)

City Council

The Richmond Hill City Council is holding a workshop to discuss and receive updates on several items, including hurricane preparedness, police department tools and organization, the millage rate, and the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. The council will also hear a status update on the Richmond Hill Tax Allocation District (TAD) #1 and review upcoming agenda items, including three rezoning requests by Simcoe Investment Group and a preliminary plat. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion session.

• Hurricane Preparedness Overview
• Millage Rate discussion
• American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) update
• Rezoning request by Simcoe Investment Group for 13.69 acres (parcel 0461-162-01) from R-2 to R-3
• Rezoning request by Simcoe Investment Group for 0.86 acres (parcel 0461-160) from R-2 to R-3

The City Council held a workshop with no formal votes or decisions. Staff and consultants presented updates on hurricane preparedness, a police breaching tool, department structure, millage rate recommendation, ARPA funds, and TAD #1 status. Upcoming rezoning requests by Simcoe Investment Group and potential variance requests were also reviewed.

• No formal decisions made; workshop only

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Richmond Hill Planning Commission's regular meeting scheduled for Monday, June 14, 2021 at 7:00 p.m. has been cancelled due to lack of agenda items. No items were scheduled for discussion or decision at this meeting.

• Regular meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items

City Council

The Richmond Hill City Council is meeting to consider several land-use items, including three rezoning requests from Simcoe Investment Group and a variance request for a property in The Links at Ways Station. The council will also vote on two alcohol license requests and approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Rezoning of 13.69 acres (parcel 0461-162-01) from R-2 to R-3
• Rezoning of 0.86 acres (parcel 0461-160) from R-2 to R-3
• Rezoning of 14.83 acres (portion of parcel 0461-162) from C-3 to R-3
• Variance request for 645 Hogan Drive to allow a screen room 12 feet from property line (3-foot setback reduction)
• Alcohol license request for SpringHill Suites at 4428 Highway 17

The City Council approved the consent agenda, which included $67,500 from SPLOST VII for park improvements, an alcohol license for SpringHill Suites, and a temporary beer/wine permit for the Wetlands Center. A variance was granted to Duane Zaricor for a 3-foot rear setback reduction at 645 Hogan Drive. Three rezoning requests by Simcoe Investment Group were introduced for first reading only, with no final decision made.

• Approved consent agenda including $67,500 SPLOST VII for park improvements (4-0)
• Approved alcohol license for SpringHill Suites at 4428 Highway 17 (4-0)
• Approved beer/wine permit for Wetlands Center anniversary party (4-0)
• Granted rear setback variance to Duane Zaricor at 645 Hogan Drive (4-0)
• Introduced first reading of rezoning for 13.69 acres from R-2 to R-3 (no vote)
• Introduced first reading of rezoning for 0.86 acres from R-2 to R-3 (no vote)
• Introduced first reading of rezoning for 14.83 acres from C-3 to R-3 (no vote)

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority is holding its regular monthly meeting to approve the agenda, minutes, and financial report, and to receive updates on the Tax Allocation District, water tower lighting, gift cards, and façade grants. Public comment will be heard.

• Approval of June 1, 2021 agenda
• Approval of May 4, 2021 minutes
• DDA Financial Report
• TAD update
• Façade Grant updates

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Richmond Hill Planning Commission's regularly scheduled meeting on May 24, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. has been cancelled due to lack of agenda items. No decisions or discussions will take place at this meeting.

• Regular meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will consider approving meeting minutes from April 15, 2021, and vote on signage for three businesses: Kelley's Irish Pubs, GeoVista Credit Union, and Saint Joseph's/Candler Urgent Care. All items are up for approval or disapproval at this meeting.

• Approval of April 15, 2021 meeting minutes
• Building sign for Kelley's Irish Pubs at 10134 Ford Avenue
• Signage for GeoVista Credit Union at 11090 Ford Avenue
• Signage for Saint Joseph's/Candler Urgent Care at 13314 Highway 144

The Architectural Review Board approved all three sign requests on the agenda: a building sign for Kelley's Irish Pubs, signage for GeoVista Credit Union, and signage for Saint Joseph's/Candler Urgent Care. Each approval was unanimous, with all members present voting in favor.

• Approved building sign for Kelley's Irish Pubs at 10134 Ford Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved signage for GeoVista Credit Union at 11090 Ford Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved signage for Saint Joseph's/Candler Urgent Care at 13314 Highway 144 (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Richmond Hill Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to approve the minutes from its April 15, 2021 meeting and to discuss Historic Preservation Month. The agenda includes no major decisions or public hearings, only routine business and discussion items.

• Approval of April 15, 2021 meeting minutes
• Discussion on Historic Preservation Month

The Historic Preservation Commission approved the minutes from the April 15, 2021 meeting. Staff discussed remaining events for Historic Preservation Month. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved April 15, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Richmond Hill City Council is holding a special called meeting and workshop. They will administer the oath of office to a new planning commission member and vote on an alcohol license request. The workshop includes presentations on the 2020 annual and 1st quarter financial reports, a police department overview, and discussions on upcoming rezoning petitions and other planning items.

• Alcohol license for Fairfield Inn & Suites at 4620 US Highway 17
• Rezoning of 13.69 acres (parcel 0461-162-01) from R-2 to R-3
• Rezoning of 0.86 acres (parcel 0461-160) from R-2 to R-3
• Rezoning of 14.83 acres (portion of 0461-162) from C-3 to R-3
• 2020 Annual Financial Report and 1st Quarter Financial Report

The City Council approved an alcohol license for beer and wine on-premises consumption at the Fairfield Inn & Suites, 4620 US Highway 17. The motion carried unanimously. The meeting also included an oath of office for a new planning commission member and a workshop with financial and police updates.

• Approved alcohol license for Clover Hotel Group dba Fairfield Inn & Suites (4-0)
• Administered Oath of Office to Chris Raiford, Planning Commission

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Richmond Hill Planning Commission will hold public hearings and make recommendations on three rezoning petitions filed by Simcoe Investment Group, Inc. Two requests would change about 13.69 and 0.86 acres from R-2 (low-density single-family) to R-3 (moderate density residential), and one would change about 14.83 acres from C-3 (interchange commercial) to R-3. The commission will also vote to approve or disapprove the April 26, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Rezone 13.69 acres (parcel 0461-162-01) from R-2 to R-3
• Rezone 0.86 acres (parcel 0461-160) from R-2 to R-3
• Rezone 14.83 acres (portion of parcel 0461-162) from C-3 to R-3
• Public hearings and recommendation votes on all three petitions
• Approval of April 26, 2021 meeting minutes

The Richmond Hill Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend disapproval of three interconnected rezoning requests by Simcoe Investment Group, Inc. The petitions sought to rezone a total of about 29.38 acres from R-2 and C-3 to R-3 for a proposed 133-unit townhome development. The commission cited concerns about traffic, loss of commercial land, and timing with a GDOT project. The recommendations go to the City Council for final action.

• Recommended disapproval of rezoning 13.69 acres (parcel 0461-162-01) from R-2 to R-3 (unanimous)
• Recommended disapproval of rezoning 0.86 acres (parcel 0461-160) from R-2 to R-3 (unanimous)
• Recommended disapproval of rezoning 14.83 acres (portion of parcel 0461-162) from C-3 to R-3 (unanimous)
• Approved April 26, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Richmond Hill City Council is meeting to approve the consent agenda, which includes SPLOST funding for park improvements and a reallocation, two alcohol licenses, and a retirement plan amendment. They will also recognize award recipients and discuss appointments and legal matters.

• Approval of $67,500 from SPLOST VII for park improvements
• SPLOST reallocation from Timber Trail Bridge Engineering to Basin 4 Engineering
• Alcohol license for Local on the 17 at 4040 US-17
• Alcohol license for Bella Mia Italian Kitchen at 10747 Ford Avenue
• Appointment of Planning Commissioner

The Richmond Hill City Council approved the consent agenda, which included SPLOST VII funds for park improvements, a SPLOST reallocation, two alcohol licenses, and a retirement plan amendment. They also appointed Chris Raiford to the Planning Commission and entered closed session for legal matters. No new business was discussed.

• Approved consent agenda including $67,500 SPLOST VII for park improvements (3-0)
• Approved SPLOST reallocation from Timber Trail Bridge to Basin 4 Engineering Services (3-0)
• Approved alcohol license for Local on the 17 at 4040 US-17 (3-0)
• Approved alcohol license for Bella Mia Italian Kitchen at 10747 Ford Avenue (3-0)
• Approved resolution accepting Amendment 1 to GMA 401(a) plan (3-0)
• Appointed Chris Raiford to Planning Commission (3-0)
• Approved resolution to enter closed session for legal matters (3-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Richmond Hill Planning Commission will consider several conditional use and site plan applications, including a Dunkin' Donuts at Highway 144 and Laurel Street, two buildings in Belfast Commerce Park, and a doctor's office on Interchange Drive. The commission will also approve the minutes from the April 12 meeting.

• Conditional use for Dunkin' Donuts at Highway 144 and Laurel Street (parcel 0461002)
• Site plan for Dunkin' Donuts at same location
• Site plan for two buildings in Belfast Commerce Park (Parcel X, 153 acres, parcel 049002)
• Building elevations for Belfast Commerce Park buildings
• Site plan and building elevations for doctor's office on Interchange Drive (parcel 0474388)

The Richmond Hill Planning Commission unanimously approved a conditional use application and site plan for a Dunkin' Donuts at Highway 144 and Laurel Street, with conditions including landscaping to shield a shared dumpster. The commission also approved site plans and building elevations for two buildings totaling about 1 million square feet in Belfast Commerce Park, and for a doctor's office on Interchange Drive. All decisions were approved unanimously by the four members present.

• Approved conditional use for Dunkin' Donuts at Highway 144 & Laurel Street (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for Dunkin' Donuts at Highway 144 & Laurel Street (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for two buildings in Belfast Commerce Park, Parcel X (unanimous)
• Approved building elevations for two buildings in Belfast Commerce Park (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for doctor's office on Interchange Drive (unanimous)
• Approved building elevations for doctor's office on Interchange Drive (unanimous)

City Council

The Richmond Hill City Council is holding a workshop to review upcoming agenda items, including a proposed annexation and rezoning of 1.61 acres from unincorporated Bryan County to C-1 General Commercial, and a grant for a fitness court at J.F. Gregory Park. They will also discuss potential future items such as SPLOST project reallocation, a speed bump petition, and a sign replacement policy, along with updates on road and sidewalk projects.

• Annexation and rezoning of 1.61 acres (parcel 050-032) at Cranston Bluff Road and Belfast Keller Road to C-1 General Commercial
• National Fitness Campaign Grant and installation of Fitness Court at J.F. Gregory Park
• SPLOST project reallocation from Timber Trail Bridge Engineering to Basin 4 Engineering Services
• Cherokee Street speed bump petition
• GDOT SR 144/US 17 safety upgrade project update

This was a workshop meeting with no formal votes or decisions. Staff reported that Mr. Casey is withdrawing his annexation and rezoning application pending traffic impact assessment. The council reviewed cost estimates for park improvements, including $10,000 for a lookout platform repair, $13,000 per bathroom renovation, and $40,000 for 18 security cameras at J.F. Gregory Park. No action was taken on any item.

• No formal decisions or votes taken (workshop only)
• Annexation/rezoning application withdrawn by applicant pending traffic study
• Reviewed $10,000 estimate for J.F. Gregory Park lookout platform repairs
• Reviewed $13,000 per bathroom renovation estimate at J.F. Gregory Park
• Reviewed $40,000 estimate for 18 cameras at J.F. Gregory Park

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will consider approving its March 23, 2021 minutes, then discuss Historic Preservation Month, the Richmond Heights Cemetery, and the Railroad Mail Buildings. No votes on these topics are listed; the agenda is mostly discussion items.

• Approval of March 23, 2021 meeting minutes
• Discussion on Historic Preservation Month
• Discussion on Richmond Heights Cemetery
• Discussion on Railroad Mail Buildings

The Historic Preservation Commission approved the minutes from the March 23, 2021 meeting. They discussed plans for Historic Preservation Month in May, agreed to refer to Richmond Heights Cemetery as Savage Cemetery, and noted that the railroad mail buildings are located within the railroad right-of-way. No formal decisions were made on these discussion items.

• Approved March 23, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Agreed to refer to Richmond Heights Cemetery as Savage Cemetery (discussion)
• Noted railroad mail buildings are within railroad right-of-way (discussion)

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will consider approving the building elevations for a proposed Dunkin' Donuts at the corner of Laurel Street and Highway 144. They will also make recommendations to the Planning Commission on the site plan and conditional use for the same location.

• Building elevations review for Dunkin' Donuts at Laurel Street and Highway 144
• Recommendation on site plan for Dunkin' Donuts
• Recommendation on conditional use for Dunkin' Donuts

The Architectural Review Board approved the building elevations for a proposed Dunkin' Donuts at Laurel Street and Highway 144, and recommended approval of the site plan and conditional use to the Planning Commission. All votes were unanimous. The board discussed design details, signage, landscaping, and road improvements.

• Approved building elevations for Dunkin' Donuts at Laurel Street and Highway 144 (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of site plan for Dunkin' Donuts (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of conditional use for Dunkin' Donuts drive-thru (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Richmond Hill Planning Commission will consider approving the March 22 meeting minutes, an extension for a temporary trailer at SouthCoast Medical Group, and a site plan and building elevations for a commercial lot in Ford Park of Commerce.

• Extension for temporary trailer at 10055 Ford Avenue (SouthCoast Medical Group)
• Site plan for Lot 12, Ford Park of Commerce, 185 Thunderbird Drive (Triple EEE Land Company)
• Building elevations for Lot 12, Ford Park of Commerce, 185 Thunderbird Drive

City Council

The Richmond Hill City Council will hold a first reading of a rezoning request for 1.61 acres at Belfast Keller Road and Cranston Bluff Drive, from unincorporated Bryan County PD to City C-1 General Commercial. The council will also vote on consent agenda items including budget amendments, an alcohol license, and SPLOST allocations for park signage and a historical marker. Police will present a list of roads for speed detection. City buildings will reopen to the public on May 17.

• First reading of rezoning for 1.61 acres at Belfast Keller Road and Cranston Bluff Drive to C-1 General Commercial
• Approval of alcohol license for beer off-premises at Ozzy's Market, 2476 US-17
• SPLOST allocation of $4,800 for Blueberry Park and Richmond Heights Park signage
• SPLOST allocation of $2,020 for historical marker in Blueberry Village
• Approval of list of roads for speed detection

The Richmond Hill City Council approved the consent agenda, including budget amendments and an alcohol license for Ozzy's Market. It also approved a list of roads for speed detection, a $4,800 SPLOST allocation for park signage, and a $2,020 SPLOST allocation for a historical marker. A rezoning request by Tim Casey received a first reading, with a recommendation for approval from the Planning Commission.

• Approved consent agenda including budget amendments and alcohol license for Ozzy's Market (3-0)
• Approved list of roads for speed detection (3-0)
• Approved $4,800 SPLOST allocation for Blueberry Park and Richmond Heights Park signage (3-0)
• Approved $2,020 SPLOST allocation for historical marker in Blueberry Village (3-0)

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will hold its regular monthly meeting to approve the agenda, minutes, and financial report, and to discuss and adopt the 2021 work plan. Updates on the façade grant program will also be provided, followed by public comment.

• Approval of April 6, 2021 proposed agenda
• Approval of February 2, 2021 meeting minutes
• DDA financial report
• 2021 work plan discussion and adoption
• Façade grant updates

The Downtown Development Authority adopted its 2021 workplan and approved two $10,000 facade grants for properties at 9976 and 10010 Ford Avenue. The board also discussed a potential intergovernmental agreement with the City for water service to a proposed tree nursery site and heard preliminary ideas for lighting the city water tower. No public comment was presented.

• Adopted 2021 workplan (all in favor)
• Approved $10,000 facade grant for 9976 Ford Avenue (all in favor)
• Approved $10,000 facade grant for 10010 Ford Avenue (all in favor)
• Approved meeting agenda (all in favor)
• Approved February 2 meeting minutes (all in favor)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission is holding a special called meeting on March 23, 2021, at 2:30 PM in the Richmond Hill City Hall Council Chambers. The agenda contains only meeting logistics and public accommodation notices; no specific items for decision or discussion are listed.

• Special called meeting of the Historic Preservation Commission
• Meeting at Richmond Hill City Hall, Council Chambers, 40 Richard R. Davis Drive
• Public invited to attend
• ADA accommodations available by contacting (912) 756-2921

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will vote on whether to hold a pre-agenda meeting each month, and will also receive updates on the Richmond Heights Cemetery and Historic Preservation Month. The meeting includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and other business.

• Vote on whether ARB/HPC should have a pre-agenda meeting each month
• Update on Richmond Heights Cemetery
• Historic Preservation Month update
• Approval of February 18, 2021 HPC meeting minutes

The Historic Preservation Commission approved the February 18, 2021 meeting minutes. They also approved holding a pre-agenda meeting occasionally, as needed, beginning at 2:00 pm. The board discussed a fence at 430 Hermitage Drive partially within a cemetery easement and agreed to encourage homeowners to attend a future meeting. They also reviewed Historic Preservation Month plans and discussed identifying ownership of mail buildings by the railroad tracks.

• Approved the February 18, 2021 meeting minutes
• Approved occasional pre-agenda meetings as needed at 2:00 pm
• Agreed to encourage homeowners to attend an HPC meeting before cemetery/easement work
• Discussed offering assistance with Historic Preservation Month plans
• Agreed to investigate ownership of mail buildings by the railroad tracks

City Council

The Richmond Hill City Council is holding a workshop to discuss administrative, financial, and planning items, including business licensing, budget amendments, and updates on the Tax Allocation District and Stormwater Capital Improvement Plan. They will also review a proposed annexation and rezoning of 1.61 acres at Cranston Bluff Road and Belfast Keller Road, and potential future items like park signage and a fitness court. A special called meeting follows to administer the oath of office to Les Fussell and consider an alcohol license for Ozzy's Liquor at 2476 US-17.

• Budget amendments for 2020 and 2021
• Annexation and rezoning of 1.61 acres at Cranston Bluff Road and Belfast Keller Road to C-1 General Commercial
• Alcohol license request for AKASH 17 Inc. dba Ozzy's Liquor at 2476 US-17
• Oath of office for Les Fussell
• Stormwater & Drainage Capital Improvement Plan status update

The City Council held a workshop and a special called meeting. In the special meeting, they approved an alcohol license for Daksha Patel's Ozzy's Liquor and approved an SDS offer discussed in executive session. The workshop covered future agenda items but made no formal decisions.

• Approved alcohol license for AKASH 17 Inc. dba Ozzy's Liquor at 2476 US-17 (4-0)
• Approved SDS offer as discussed in executive session (4-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a petition by Tim Casey to rezone land from Unincorporated Bryan County PD to City of Richmond Hill C-1. The commission will then consider a recommendation for approval or disapproval of this rezoning.

• Rezoning request for 1.61 acres (parcel 050 032) from Planned Development to General Commercial District

The Planning Commission voted 4-1 to recommend approval of Tim Casey's request to rezone 1.61 acres at the corner of Belfast Keller and Cranston Bluff roads from county PD to city C-1 General Commercial. The recommendation now goes to City Council for a public hearing and two readings. Residents raised concerns about a possible gas station, traffic, safety, and property values, but the applicant's engineer said a gas station is a primary target and that future site plan approval would address many issues.

• Approved the February 22, 2021 meeting minutes unanimously.
• Recommended approval of the rezoning petition (4-1, Commissioner Singleton opposed).
• Closed the public hearing at 8:06 PM.
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:43 PM.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The regularly scheduled Richmond Hill Planning Commission meeting on March 8, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. has been cancelled due to lack of agenda items. No decisions or discussions will take place at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items

City Council

The City Council will review several items including an alcohol license for Debellation Brewing Company and a GEFA loan extension for water and sewer infrastructure. The meeting also includes requests regarding the Great Ogeechee Seafood Festival at J.F. Gregory Park.

• Alcohol license request for Debellation Brewing Company at 822 Longwood Drive
• GEFA loan extension for South Annexation Water, Sewer and Reuse Infrastructure
• Water and Sewer Fund advance for Great Ogeechee Parkway connector road
• Amendment to Blue Line Solutions, LLC automated speed enforcement agreement
• Annexation application for 1.61 acres of land by Tim Casey

The Richmond Hill City Council approved the consent agenda, including rescheduling a workshop, a GEFA loan extension, an alcohol license for Debellation Brewing Company, and other administrative items. They also approved the Chamber of Commerce's use of J.F. Gregory Park for the Great Ogeechee Seafood Festival with a COVID-19 condition, and the serving of beer and wine at the festival. The council accepted for processing an annexation application for 1.61 acres by Tim Casey. No other new business or public comments were recorded.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, workshop reschedule, GEFA loan extension, alcohol license for Debellation Brewing, water/sewer fund advance, health insurance for elected officials, and speed enforcement agreement amendment (3-0)
• Approved Chamber of Commerce use of J.F. Gregory Park for Great Ogeechee Seafood Festival Oct 15-17, 2021 with COVID-19 condition (3-0)
• Approved beer and wine service at Great Ogeechee Seafood Festival Oct 15-16, 2021 (3-0)
• Accepted for processing annexation application by Tim Casey for 1.61 acres, parcel 050-032 (3-0)

Downtown Development Authority

The Richmond Hill Downtown Development Authority is holding its regular monthly meeting. The board will vote on the agenda, minutes, and financial report, and will discuss the 2021 work plan draft, a Tax Allocation District (TAD) update, and a façade grant update. Public comment is also scheduled.

• Approval of March 2, 2021 proposed agenda
• Approval of February 2, 2021 meeting minutes
• DDA financial report
• 2021 work plan draft discussion
• TAD update and façade grant update

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Richmond Hill Planning Commission will consider two items related to a proposed Taco Bell at 40 Oleander Street: a conditional use application and a site plan. The commission will vote to approve or disapprove each. The meeting also includes approval of the January 11, 2021 minutes.

• Conditional use application by Taco Bell at 40 Oleander Street
• Site plan by Taco Bell at 40 Oleander Street
• Approval of January 11, 2021 meeting minutes

The Richmond Hill Planning Commission unanimously approved a conditional use application and site plan for a Taco Bell restaurant at 40 Oleander Street. The commission also approved the minutes from the January 11, 2021 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved January 11, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use application for Taco Bell at 40 Oleander Street (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for Taco Bell at 40 Oleander Street (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to approve the previous meeting's minutes and receive updates on the Outgoing Mail Buildings, Richmond Heights Cemetery, and the 2021 CLG Grant Application. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of January 7, 2021 meeting minutes
• Update on Outgoing Mail Buildings
• Update on Richmond Heights Cemetery
• Update on 2021 CLG Grant Application

The Historic Preservation Commission approved the January 7, 2021 meeting minutes unanimously. They discussed updates on the Outgoing Mail Buildings, Richmond Heights Cemetery, and the 2021 CLG Grant application, but took no formal action on these items. The board also discussed the upcoming demolition of a house at 40 Oleander Street for a new Taco Bell and noted that recent work on the Community House was considered minor and did not require board review.

• Approved January 7, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed CSX update on Outgoing Mail Buildings (no action)
• Discussed cemetery pin/stake quote of $185/hour (no action)
• Noted CLG grant application submitted, decision expected in May (no action)
• Discussed potential relocation of house at 40 Oleander Street (no action)
• Noted Community House work completed as minor, no review required (no action)

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board is reviewing building elevations for a proposed Taco Bell at 40 Oleander Street, and will vote on approval or disapproval. The board will also make recommendations to the Planning Commission on the site plan and a conditional use request for the same location.

• Building elevations review for Taco Bell at 40 Oleander Street
• Recommendation on site plan for Taco Bell at 40 Oleander Street
• Recommendation on conditional use for Taco Bell at 40 Oleander Street

The Architectural Review Board unanimously approved the building elevations for a new Taco Bell at 40 Oleander Street, with conditions including Savannah Grey brick on the corner tower, white Hardie siding, and a custom mural designed with the DDA. The board also unanimously recommended approval of the site plan and conditional use for the same location to the Planning Commission. The applicant noted construction is expected to begin in April, with the existing KFC/Taco Bell to be demolished and a new stand-alone KFC built afterward.

• Approved Taco Bell building elevations with conditions (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Taco Bell site plan (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Taco Bell conditional use (unanimous)

City Council

The Richmond Hill City Council is holding a workshop to discuss administrative items, including moving the March workshop date and a Seafood Fest request, as well as financial matters like a GEFA loan extension for Great Ogeechee Parkway. They will also receive updates on police-related items and city manager reports on funding and health insurance.

• Request to move March 16 workshop to March 23 due to election
• Seafood Fest request for park use and alcohol license
• GEFA loan extension for Great Ogeechee Parkway
• Update on Blue Line installation in school zones
• Great Ogeechee Parkway funding gap

The City Council held a workshop with no formal votes. Staff proposed rescheduling the March workshop due to a special election, and discussed a GEFA loan extension for the Great Ogeechee Parkway, a funding gap proposal from the Water and Sewer fund, a Blue Line contract amendment for school zones, and a seafood festival request. Official actions will be considered at the March meeting.

• No formal decisions made; items deferred to March meeting
• Discussed rescheduling March 16 workshop to March 23 due to special election
• Reviewed GEFA loan extension for Great Ogeechee Parkway
• Reviewed proposal to fill Great Ogeechee Parkway funding gap from Water and Sewer fund
• Discussed Blue Line installation contract amendment for school zones
• Discussed seafood festival request to use city park and serve alcohol

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Richmond Hill Planning Commission's regular meeting scheduled for February 8, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. has been cancelled because there were no agenda items to consider. No decisions or discussions will take place at this meeting.

• Regular meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items

City Council

The Richmond Hill City Council will consider consent agenda items including allocating $352,926.74 for street improvements and approving a right-of-way abandonment for portions of Thunderbird Drive and Shelby Lane. The meeting also includes recognition of former Mayor Richard Davis and a fire department lifesaver award.

• Allocation of $352,926.74 (LMIG, general fund match, streets budget) for improvements to Dearborn Drive, Greenwich Drive, Rushing Street, Bell Grove Drive, Eddie Court, and Cuttoff Drive
• Right-of-way abandonment for portions of Thunderbird Drive and Shelby Lane for Project Falcon
• Approval of minutes from January 5 and January 19, 2021 meetings
• Approval of time change for March 2, 2021 meeting to 5:00 p.m.
• Approval of 2020 October and November financial statements

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will hold its regular monthly meeting, including votes on the agenda, minutes, and financial report. The main discussion item is the 2021 work plan. Public comment is also scheduled.

• Approval of February 2, 2021 agenda
• Approval of January 5, 2021 meeting minutes
• DDA financial report
• 2021 work plan discussion
• Public comment

The Downtown Development Authority approved the meeting agenda, January minutes, and financial report. The board discussed the 2021 workplan, deciding to focus on two initiatives—'Enhance Community Character' and 'Business Vitality Resources'—after dropping the 'Interstate Exit Beautification' initiative. Staff will compile board members' top-three ideas into the workplan for feedback. No public comment was made.

• Approved meeting agenda (all in favor)
• Approved January 5, 2021 minutes (all in favor)
• Approved financial report showing $178,115.81 balance after outstanding items (all in favor)
• Discussed 2021 workplan; decided to pursue two initiatives, dropping 'Interstate Exit Beautification'

City Council

The Richmond Hill City Council is holding a workshop and special called meeting. The workshop includes discussions on a proposed project at the end of Thunderbird Drive (Project Falcon), a fire training center, a fire fee, and 2021 LMIG street estimates. The special called meeting will consider a resolution for a March 2021 special election and 2021 qualifying fees.

• Discussion on Project Falcon, multiple parcels recombined into one lot at end of Thunderbird Drive
• Discussion on fire training center
• Discussion on fire fee
• Discussion on proposed streets and estimates for 2021 LMIG
• Resolution to call for March 2021 special election and approval of 2021 qualifying fees

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Richmond Hill Planning Commission will consider approving the December 14, 2020 meeting minutes and review two items from TPA Ventures for a 32-acre project at the end of Thunderbird Drive, called Project Falcon. The commission will vote on the site plan and the building elevations for the project, which involves recombining multiple parcels into one lot.

• Approval of December 14, 2020 meeting minutes
• Site plan for 32-acre Project Falcon at end of Thunderbird Drive
• Building elevations for Project Falcon
• Multiple parcels to be recombined into one lot

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to approve the previous meeting's minutes, vote on a regular meeting date and time, and elect a Chairman, Vice-Chairman, and Secretary. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no specific project or policy decisions listed.

• Approval of December 3, 2020 meeting minutes
• Vote on HPC/ARB regular meeting date and time
• Election of Chairman, Vice-Chairman, and Secretary

The Historic Preservation Commission approved the December 3, 2020 minutes, voted to move regular meetings to the third Thursday at 2:30 pm starting February 18, 2021, and elected Jack Giddens as Chairman, Joye Reno as Vice-Chairman, and Carrol Ann Coleman as Secretary. The board also discussed surveying the Richmond Heights cemetery and checking ownership of the Cherry Street mail buildings, with staff to obtain a quote and a member to contact the railroad.

• Approved December 3, 2020 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Changed meeting date to third Thursday at 2:30 pm, effective February 18, 2021 (unanimous)
• Elected Jack Giddens Chairman, Joye Reno Vice-Chairman, Carrol Ann Coleman Secretary (unanimous)
• Discussed cemetery survey in Richmond Heights; staff to get quote
• Discussed Cherry Street mail buildings; member to contact railroad

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will review the minutes from the October 6, 2020 meeting and consider a sign application for a business on Ford Avenue.

• Approval of building sign for Richmond Hill Outlet Store at 10471 Ford Avenue
• Approval/disapproval of October 6, 2020 meeting minutes

City Council

The Richmond Hill City Council will consider a series of planning and zoning items, including amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) covering commercial, industrial, mixed-use, and other districts, as well as the adoption of a revised Official Zoning Map that includes the Ford Avenue Historic District. The council will also vote on preliminary plats for two developments, a fee-in-lieu tree mitigation payment, and a reorganization of the Planning and Zoning Inspections Division. Other business includes an automatic aid agreement with Bryan County and a SPLOST VII allocation for drainage improvements.

• Amendments to UDO Articles 7-17, 21, 32, Appendix A and D
• Add Ford Avenue Historic District Design Guidelines (Appendix E)
• Adopt revised Official Zoning Map including Ford Avenue Historic District
• Preliminary Plat for Ogeechee Station at Kroger Drive and US 17
• SPLOST VII allocation of $16,867.50 for Richmond Heights Drainage Improvements Change Order #1

The Richmond Hill City Council approved multiple items, including amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) covering commercial, industrial, mixed-use, and other districts, as well as adding the Ford Avenue Historic District Design Guidelines. They also adopted a revised Official Zoning Map that includes the Ford Avenue Historic District. Preliminary plats for Ogeechee Station and Raydient Places Phase 1A were approved, along with a fee-in-lieu of tree mitigation payment for Buttonwood Subdivision and a reorganization of the Planning and Zoning Inspections Division. The council also approved an automatic aid agreement with Bryan County and a SPLOST VII allocation for drainage improvements.

• Approved UDO amendments for multiple articles and appendices (3-0)
• Approved UDO amendments adding Ford Avenue Historic District Design Guidelines (3-0)
• Adopted revised Official Zoning Map including Ford Avenue Historic District (3-0)
• Approved Preliminary Plat for Ogeechee Station (3-0, with Councilmember Ward recused)
• Approved Preliminary Plat for Raydient Places Phase 1A (3-0)
• Approved fee in lieu of tree mitigation for Buttonwood Subdivision (3-0)
• Approved Planning and Zoning Inspections Division reorganization (3-0)
• Approved IGA automatic aid agreement with Bryan County (3-0)

Downtown Development Authority

The Richmond Hill Downtown Development Authority is holding its regular monthly meeting. The board will vote on the agenda, minutes, and financial report, and will discuss a facade grant application for The Local on 17, an inter-governmental agreement update on the tree nursery, a tax allocation district update, and the 2020 work plan summary with a 2021 work plan discussion. A social media outreach plan will also be discussed.

• Future Façade Grant Application – The Local on 17
• Inter-Governmental Agreement update (Tree Nursery)
• Tax Allocation District update
• 2020 Work Plan Summary and 2021 Work Plan Discussion
• Social Media Outreach Plan Discussion

The Downtown Development Authority held a routine monthly meeting, approving the agenda, prior minutes, and the financial report. The DDA account balance was reported at $179,461.81, with outstanding Plum's facade grant payments leaving $178,115.81; the city is expected to cut a $75,000 yearly funding check soon. No public comment was made, and no substantive policy decisions were taken.

• Approved meeting agenda (all in favor)
• Approved December 15, 2020 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Approved financial report showing $179,461.81 balance (all in favor)