Smyrna public meetings in 2021

City Council on 2021-12-20 7:00 PM

The Smyrna City Council will hold a public hearing on a rezoning request for 12 single-family homes at Atlanta Rd & Campbell Rd, and will consider a 5-year update to the 2040 Comprehensive Plan. Under formal business, the council will vote on a $246,500 budget amendment, a sewer rate increase from $8.10 to $8.99 per thousand gallons, and several contracts including sanitation services and temporary staffing. The council will also authorize soliciting proposals for the sale and removal of Aunt Fanny's Cabin, with demolition as a fallback.

• Public hearing: rezoning from NS to RDA-Conditional for 12 homes at 5.9 units/acre on 2.03 acres at Atlanta Rd & Campbell Rd
• Budget amendment totaling $246,500 for items not in FY 2022 budget
• Sewer rate increase from $8.10 to $8.99 per thousand gallons effective Jan 1, 2022
• Authorization to solicit proposals for sale/removal of Aunt Fanny's Cabin at 2875 Atlanta Rd, demolition if no acceptable proposals
• Contract with DHS for LIHWAP to accept water assistance payments for utility customers

The Smyrna City Council approved rezoning 2.03 acres at Atlanta Road and Campbell Road for 12 single-family homes, and authorized starting a process to solicit proposals to sell and remove the Aunt Fanny's Cabin building at 2875 Atlanta Road, with demolition if no acceptable proposals come in. The council also approved a $246,500 budget amendment, a sewer rate increase from $8.10 to $8.99 per thousand gallons effective January 1, 2022, and several appointments, contracts, and road closures. Councilmember Lewis Wheaton was absent; Councilmember Susan Wilkinson attended by phone due to illness.

• Approved rezoning from NS to RDA-Conditional for 12 single-family homes on 2.03 acres at Atlanta Road and Campbell Road (6-0, Wheaton absent)
• Approved kick-off of the 5-year update to the City of Smyrna 2040 Comprehensive Plan (6-0)
• Approved $246,500 budget amendment for items not in the FY 2022 budget (6-0)
• Approved Amendment No. 5 to CDBG Sub Recipient Agreement, extending termination date to June 30, 2022 (6-0)
• Approved contract with DHS for the Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) (6-0)
• Approved Waste Management contract for commercial sanitation, including billing, customer service, and a franchise fee (5-1, Wilkinson nay)
• Approved authorization to solicit proposals for sale and removal of Aunt Fanny's Cabin at 2875 Atlanta Road, with demolition if no acceptable proposals (4-2, Welch and Wilkinson nay)
• Approved sewer rate increase from $8.10 to $8.99 per thousand gallons effective January 1, 2022 (consent agenda, 6-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission on 2021-12-13 6:00 PM

The Smyrna Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on five rezoning requests affecting properties across Ward 3 and Ward 7. Items include conversions to professional offices, an antiques shop, self-storage, single-family homes, and a large mixed-use development with 163 multi-family units.

• Rezone 0.25 acres at 1120 Concord Rd from Future Commercial to Limited Commercial for a professional office (Z21-004)
• Table rezoning of 0.6 acres at 2986 King St from R-15 to NS for an antiques shop (Z21-015)
• Table rezoning of 3.3 acres on Highlands Pkwy for a self-storage facility (Z21-017)
• Rezone 0.6 acres at 985 Church St from R-15 to R-8 for two single-family homes (Z21-016)
• Rezone 6.9 acres at S Cobb Drive & Oakdale Road for 163 multi-family units and commercial space (Z21-014)

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved rezoning from GC to MU-Conditional for a mixed-use development of 163 multi-family units, 20,409 sq. ft. of commercial/restaurant space and 7,700 sq. ft. of clubhouse space on 6.9 acres at S Cobb Drive and Oakdale Road (applicant Arris Holdings) by a 4-1 vote. It also approved rezoning from R-15 to R-8 for two single-family homes at 985 Church Street (applicant Dogwood Family Homes), 5-0. Three other zoning requests were tabled to the January 10, 2022 meeting, and the November 8, 2021 minutes were approved. James Smith was absent for all votes.

• Approved rezoning GC to MU-Conditional for 163 multi-family units, 20,409 sq. ft. commercial/restaurant and 7,700 sq. ft. clubhouse on 6.9 acres at S Cobb Drive & Oakdale Road (Arris Holdings) (4-1)
• Motion to deny the S Cobb Drive & Oakdale Road rezoning failed for lack of a second
• Approved rezoning R-15 to R-8 for two single-family homes at 3.33 units per acre on 0.6 acres at 985 Church Street (Dogwood Family Homes) (5-0)
• Tabled rezoning R-15 to NS for an antiques shop on 0.6 acres at 2986 King Street (Antiques, Wood and Rustics, LLC) to January 10, 2022 (5-0)
• Tabled rezoning OI to OD for a self-storage facility on 3.3 acres at Highlands Pkwy (Fountains Office Park LP) to January 10, 2022 (5-0)
• Tabled rezoning Future Commercial to Limited Commercial for a professional office on 0.25 acres at 1120 Concord Rd (Jeremy Robinson) to January 10, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved the November 8, 2021 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting minutes (5-0)

Town Hall Meeting on 2021-12-12 2:00 PM

The Smyrna City Council is holding a town hall meeting to discuss a proposed brewery. The agenda includes a call to order, formal business regarding the brewery proposal, and adjournment.

• Public discussion on proposed brewery (item 2021-571)

The City held a town hall meeting to discuss a proposal by Stillfire Brewery to purchase property from the Downtown Development Authority. The meeting included a presentation on the brewery's business practices and building plans, followed by public comment. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

License and Variance Board on 2021-12-08 10:00 AM

The Smyrna License and Variance Board will hold public hearings on three beer and wine license agent change requests and seven zoning variance requests. The board will also approve the minutes from the November 10, 2021 meeting.

• LIC2021-13: Beer & Wine (retail pouring) license change for 2469 Cobb Parkway SE (Yicheng Corporation dba House of Chan)
• LIC2021-14: Beer & Wine (retail package) license change for 1000 S Pioneer Drive SE (GB License, LLC dba goPuff)
• LIC2021-15: Beer, Wine, & Liquor (retail pouring) license change for 2999 Cumberland Boulevard SE (Carrabba’s Italian Grill, LLC)
• V21-119: Variance to reduce side setback from 10 feet to 7 feet at 2725 Eastfield Road
• V21-120: Variance to allow impervious surface increase from 35% to 42% at 420 Nickajack Retreat Lane

License and Variance Board on 2021-12-08 10:00 AM

The License and Variance Board will consider three requests to change agents for beer, wine, and liquor licenses. The board will also hold public hearings on seven variance requests regarding setbacks, impervious surfaces, and accessory structures.

• Agent change requests for House of Chan (2469 Cobb Parkway SE), goPuff (1000 S Pioneer Drive SE), and Carrabba’s Italian Grill (2999 Cumberland Boulevard SE)
• Variance request to reduce side setback from 10 to 7 feet at 2725 Eastfield Road
• Variance requests for impervious surface increases at 420 Nickajack Retreat Lane and 158 Concord Close Circle
• Variance request to reduce rear setback from 25 to 15 feet for a deck at 5089 Healey Drive
• Variance request for an additional accessory structure at 779 Vinings Estates Drive

The License and Variance Board approved a privilege license agent change for beer and wine retail pouring at 2469 Cobb Parkway SE and another for beer and wine retail package at 1000 S Pioneer Drive SE. It tabled a beer, wine, and liquor retail pouring agent change at 2999 Cumberland Boulevard SE to its January 12, 2022 meeting. The board also approved seven property variance requests covering setbacks and impervious surface increases at addresses on Eastfield Road, Nickajack Retreat Lane, Concord Close Circle, Healey Drive, Duxford Drive, and Vinings Estates Drive. All votes were 3-0, and the board approved its November 10, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Approved privilege license agent change for beer & wine retail pouring at 2469 Cobb Parkway SE (House of Chan) (3-0)
• Approved privilege license agent change for beer & wine retail package at 1000 S Pioneer Drive SE (goPuff) (3-0)
• Tabled privilege license agent change for beer, wine & liquor retail pouring at 2999 Cumberland Boulevard SE (Carrabba's) to Jan 12, 2022 (3-0)
• Approved variance V21-119 to reduce side setback from 10 ft to 7 ft at 2725 Eastfield Road (3-0)
• Approved variance V21-120 to increase impervious surface from 35% to 42% at 420 Nickajack Retreat Lane (3-0)
• Approved variances V21-121 and V21-122 for impervious surface increase (45% to 53%) and rear setback reduction (20 ft to 12 ft) at 158 Concord Close Circle (3-0)
• Approved variance V21-123 to reduce rear setback from 25 ft to 15 ft for a deck at 5089 Healey Drive (3-0)
• Approved variance V21-124 for impervious surface increase from 45% to 49.31% at 5008 Duxford Drive and V21-125 for an additional accessory structure at 779 Vinings Estates Drive (3-0)

City Council on 2021-12-06 7:00 PM

The City Council will discuss several infrastructure change orders for the Windy Hill project and the purchase of a new data backup system. The body is also reviewing a request for a new mural at 1061 Concord Road and the release of city interest in Aberdeen Way.

• Change order for Windy Hill project concrete cap demo: $92,281.75
• Change order for Windy Hill project undercutting and stabilization: $102,132.77
• Purchase of Rubrik backup system from PC Solutions & Integration, Inc.: $113,665.55
• Public hearing for a new mural at 1061 Concord Road (Ben's Crab)
• Authorization to sign a quit claim deed for undedicated Aberdeen Way

The City Council approved two change orders for the Windy Hill project totaling $194,414.52 and authorized the purchase of a new $113,665.55 data backup system. Additionally, the council approved a mural replacement at 1061 Concord Road and a quit-claim deed for Aberdeen Way. A series of board and commission reappointments were also finalized through the consent agenda.

• Approved $92,281.75 Windy Hill project change order (6-1)
• Approved $102,132.77 Windy Hill project change order (7-0)
• Approved $113,665.55 Rubrik backup system purchase (7-0)
• Approved mural replacement at 1061 Concord Road (7-0)
• Authorized quit-claim deed for Aberdeen Way (7-0)
• Reappointed multiple members to city boards and commissions (7-0)

City Council on 2021-11-15 7:00 PM

The Smyrna City Council will decide on a rezoning request for a property on Walker Court, approve a downtown redevelopment design contract, and vote on purchasing a vehicle for economic development. The meeting also includes a public hearing for the zoning change and a non-voting item to add a vehicle purchase to the agenda.

• Rezoning request Z21-012 for 1439 Walker Court from R-15 to R-8 to allow two single-family homes at 4.59 units per acre
• Approval of $518,206 contract with Croy Engineering Services for downtown improvement project design
• Approval of $63,175 boiler replacement at Smyrna City Hall by MaxAir Mechanical
• Approval of $23,688 purchase of a 2022 Ford Escape for economic development under City of Atlanta contract
• Approval of memorandum of understanding with GDOT for traffic signal operations coordination

City Council approved a contract for downtown improvement design and the replacement of the City Hall boiler. The council also approved a zoning request for two single-family homes and several transportation project submissions.

• Approved downtown improvement design contract with Croy Engineering Services up to $518,206.00 (6-1)
• Approved $63,175.00 boiler replacement at City Hall by MaxAir Mechanical (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of 1439 Walker Court from R-15 to R-8 for two single-family homes (7-0)
• Approved $23,688.00 purchase of a 2022 Ford Escape for Economic Development (7-0)
• Approved MOU with GDOT for Traffic Signal Operations Program (SigOps) Coordination (7-0)
• Approved support for SR280/South Cobb Drive improvements submission to ARC TIP (7-0)
• Approved support for East-West Connector Corridor improvements submission to ARC TIP (7-0)
• Approved 2022 Mayor and Council meeting dates (7-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission on 2021-11-08 6:00 PM

The Smyrna Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings to discuss four zoning requests, including two items requested to be tabled. The commission will also consider approval of the October 11, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Z21-014: Rezoning request from GC to MU for 6.923 acres at S Cobb Drive & Oakdale Road (applicant requested tabling to December 13, 2021)
• Z21-015: Rezoning request from R-15 to NS for an antiques shop on 0.6 acres at 2986 King Street (applicant requested tabling to December 13, 2021)
• Z21-006: Rezoning request from NS to RDA-Conditional for 12 single-family homes on 2.03 acres at Atlanta Rd & Campbell Rd
• Z21-012: Rezoning request from R-15 to R-8 for two single-family homes on 0.435 acres at 1439 Walker Court
• Approval of the October 11, 2021 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting minutes

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved two rezoning requests for single-family home developments. Two other zoning requests were tabled until December, and the October 11 meeting minutes were approved.

• Approved rezoning from NS to RDA-Conditional for 12 single-family homes at Atlanta Rd & Campbell Rd (6-0)
• Approved rezoning from R-15 to R-8 for two single-family homes at 1439 Walker Court (4-3)
• Tabled rezoning from GC to MU at S Cobb Drive & Oakdale Road to December 13, 2021 (6-0)
• Tabled rezoning from R-15 to NS for an antiques shop at 2986 King Street to December 13, 2021 (6-0)
• Approved October 11, 2021 meeting minutes (6-0)

City Council on 2021-11-01 7:00 PM

The Smyrna City Council will decide on multiple ordinances, contracts, and appointments at this meeting. Key decisions include amending stormwater management rules, awarding a $870,326.46 paving contract, and implementing a police department pay study funded by reserves. The council will also vote on agreements for SeeClickFix services, a pedestrian bridge resolution, and a Crown Castle lease modification.

• Approval of ORD2021-19 to amend stormwater management ordinance
• Award of $870,326.46 resurfacing contract to Baldwin Paving for Campbell Road, North Cooper Lake Road, Camp Highland Road, and Hawthorne Avenue
• Approval of RES2021-09 supporting Cobb Parkway Pedestrian Bridge submission to ARC's TIP
• Authorization of $125,000 wellness program renewal with Corporate Health Partners
• Implementation of police pay study funded by General Fund reserves

The Smyrna City Council met on November 1, 2021, and approved several ordinances, resolutions, and consent agenda items. Key decisions included updating city stormwater management codes, awarding an $870,326.46 contract to Baldwin Paving for citywide street resurfacing, supporting the Cobb Parkway Pedestrian Bridge submission to the Atlanta Regional Commission, and implementing a police department pay study funded by General Fund reserves.

• Approved Ordinance ORD2021-19 replacing Article V 'Stormwater Management' codes (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance ORD2021-21 changing water distribution main lines to Class 350 ductile iron pipe (6-0)
• Approved Resolution RES2021-09 supporting submission of the Cobb Parkway Pedestrian Bridge to the Atlanta Regional Commission's TIP (6-0)
• Approved SeeClickFix services agreement AGR2021-12 with CivicPlus (6-0)
• Approved agreement AGR2021-13 with Atlanta Regional Commission for technical assistance on the 2040 Comprehensive Plan 5-Year update (6-0)
• Awarded RFQ 22-013 citywide resurfacing project re-bid to Baldwin Paving in the amount of $870,326.46 (6-0)
• Authorized abandonment of Elizabeth Street Extension and quit claim of city interest to adjacent property owners (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including 2022 employee benefits, wellness program renewal, police pay study implementation, and street closures for Home for the Holidays (6-0)

License and Variance Board on 2021-10-27 10:00 AM

The Smyrna License and Variance Board will hold public hearings on 10 requests to relax zoning setbacks, buffers, and impervious surface limits for properties on Church Street, N Cooper Lake Road, Grace Meadows Lane, Mockingbird Lane, and Collier Drive. Each hearing allows five minutes of public comment before the board decides whether to grant the variance.

• Side setback reduced from 10 ft to 5 ft at 863 Church Street (V21-069)
• Rear setback reduced from 30 ft to 15 ft at 863 Church Street (V21-070)
• Encroachment into 50-ft stream buffer and 75-ft impervious setback at 863 Church Street (V21-071)
• 5-ft front-yard privacy fence on corner lot at 3861 N Cooper Lake Road (V21-107)
• Rear setback reduced from 45 ft to 35 ft for elevated deck at 1522 Grace Meadows Lane (V21-108)

The License and Variance Board approved eleven variance requests concerning property setbacks, stream buffer encroachments, fences, and construction requirements across various residential addresses. The board also approved the meeting minutes from October 13, 2021 before adjourning.

• Approved variance request V21-069 to reduce the side setback at 863 Church Street (3-0)
• Approved variance request V21-070 to reduce the rear setback at 863 Church Street (3-0)
• Approved variance request V21-071 to allow stream buffer and impervious surface setback encroachments at 863 Church Street (3-0)
• Approved variance request V21-107 for a 5-foot privacy fence in the front yard at 3861 N Cooper Lake Road (3-0)
• Approved variance requests V21-108, V21-109, and V21-110 for deck construction and setback/buffer encroachments at 1522 Grace Meadows Lane (3-0)
• Approved variance requests V21-111, V21-112, and V21-113 for construction on a below-minimum lot, increased impervious coverage, and a second accessory structure at 341 Mockingbird Lane (3-0)
• Approved variance request V21-114 to reduce the street-side setback at 1533 Collier Drive (3-0)
• Approved October 13, 2021 meeting minutes (3-0)

City Council on 2021-10-18 7:00 PM

The Smyrna City Council will decide on downtown street and Village Green improvements, amend pawn shop transaction rules, and approve contracts totaling $1,165,462.30 for engineering, water-line replacement, and a dump truck. The meeting also includes a proclamation, consent agenda items, and public hearings.

• Approve $516,350 engineering agreement with Croy Engineering for South Cobb Drive improvements
• Amend pawn shop ordinance to require holds for buy transactions (excluding precious metals, vehicles, titles)
• Approve $574,792.30 water line replacement contract for San Fernando Drive to K.M. Davis Contracting
• Purchase 2022 Ford F-550 dump truck for $74,320 from Wade Ford via state contract
• Authorize downtown Village Green and surrounding street improvements per Pond & Company’s recommended concept plan

The Smyrna City Council approved an agreement with Croy Engineering for survey and transportation program work on the South Cobb Drive Improvement Project for $516,350, funded by 2022 SPLOST. It also approved an amendment to the Pawn Shop Ordinance on buy transaction holds and approved downtown village green improvements after a motion to table failed. The consent agenda, including a $574,792.30 water line contract and a $74,320 vehicle purchase, was approved. Councilmember Lewis Wheaton was absent; Mayor Norton was absent for two votes due to a tie-breaking role.

• Approved agreement with Croy Engineering for South Cobb Drive Improvement Project survey and transportation program application, $516,350 from 2022 SPLOST (6-0, Mayor Norton and Councilmember Wheaton absent)
• Approved ORD2021-20 amending Pawn Shop Ordinance to lift holds for buy transactions, excluding precious metals, vehicles, titles, and vehicle components (6-0, Mayor Norton and Councilmember Wheaton absent)
• Motion to table downtown village green improvements (2021-475) failed (4-3, Mayor Norton tie-breaking in negative; Councilmember Wheaton absent)
• Approved downtown village green and surrounding street improvements per Pond & Company recommended concept plan dated October 15, 2021 (4-2, Councilmember Wheaton absent)
• Approved consent agenda as read (6-0, Mayor Norton and Councilmember Wheaton absent)
• Approved October 4, 2021 Pre-Council Meeting Minutes (consent agenda)
• Approved October 4, 2021 Mayor and Council Meeting Minutes (consent agenda)
• Approved Mayor's appointment of Mr. Jeff Carter to Smyrna Tree Board, term expiring August 2024 (consent agenda)

License and Variance Board on 2021-10-13 10:00 AM

The Board will hold public hearings on several variance requests regarding property setbacks, impervious surface limits, accessory structures, and fencing. Additionally, the Board will consider two alcohol license agent change requests for local businesses.

• Variance request for 1355 Marston Street to increase impervious area to 48.7%
• Variance request for 1278 Davis Rd to allow a gravel parking surface and 8-foot front yard fence
• Variance request for 2660 Parks Edge Drive to reduce rear setback to 4.7 feet
• Agent change request for Windy Hill Food Mart at 475 Windy Hill Road SE
• Agent change request for Bens Crab at 1061 Concord Road SE

The License and Variance Board approved several requests for setback reductions, impervious surface increases, and accessory structures. The board also approved two privilege license agent changes for beer, wine, and liquor. One variance request for a side setback reduction was tabled.

• Tabled side setback reduction at 863 Church Street (3-0)
• Approved privilege license agent change for Windy Hill Food Mart (3-0)
• Approved privilege license agent change for Bens Crab (3-0)
• Approved impervious area increase for pool at 1355 Marston Street (3-0)
• Approved second accessory structure at 1355 Marston Street (3-0)
• Approved gravel parking surface at 1278 Davis Rd (3-0)
• Approved 8-foot front yard privacy fence at 1278 Davis Rd (3-0)
• Approved rear setback reduction and impervious surface increase at 2660 Parks Edge Drive (3-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission on 2021-10-11 6:00 PM

The Smyrna Planning and Zoning Commission is scheduled to meet on October 11, 2021, to review zoning requests, approve previous meeting minutes, and hold public hearings. The agenda includes requests to table a 23-townhome development and a two single-family home development until November 8, 2021, as well as a request to withdraw a coffee shop and emissions station application.

• Zoning Request Z21-006: Rezoning from NS to RM-12 for 23 townhomes at Atlanta Rd & Campbell Rd (tabled to November 8, 2021)
• Zoning Request Z21-012: Rezoning from R-15 to R-8 for two single-family homes at 1439 Walker Court (tabled to November 8, 2021)
• Zoning Request Z21-013: Rezoning from R-15 to NS for a coffee shop and emissions station at 3410 Atlanta Road (withdrawn without prejudice)
• Approval of the September 13, 2021 Planning and Zoning Board Meeting Minutes

The Smyrna Planning and Zoning Commission tabled two rezoning requests to its November 8, 2021 meeting: a 23-townhome project at Atlanta Rd & Campbell Rd and a two-home project at 1439 Walker Court. A third request, for a coffee shop and emissions station at 3410 Atlanta Road, was withdrawn without prejudice at the applicant's request. The board also approved the minutes of its September 13, 2021 meeting. All votes were 5-0, with member Earl Rice absent.

• Tabled rezoning Z21-006 (NS to RM-12, 23 townhomes, Atlanta Rd & Campbell Rd) to Nov 8, 2021 (5-0)
• Tabled rezoning Z21-012 (R-15 to R-8, two single-family homes, 1439 Walker Court) to Nov 8, 2021 (5-0)
• Withdrew without prejudice rezoning Z21-013 (R-15 to NS, coffee shop and emissions station, 3410 Atlanta Road) (5-0)
• Approved September 13, 2021 Planning and Zoning Board meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council on 2021-10-04 7:00 PM

The Smyrna City Council will consider ratifying the termination of a resurfacing contract with Donelson Construction Company, LLC, and approving several consent agenda items, including intergovernmental agreements for recreation facility use and a vehicle purchase. Public hearings on land issues and zonings are also scheduled.

• Resolution RES2021-08 to ratify suspension of work and terminate resurfacing contract with Donelson Construction Company, LLC
• Intergovernmental agreement with Cobb County School District for joint use of Argo Road property (4885 Argo Road) for 5 years
• Intergovernmental agreement with Cobb County School District for joint use of Rose Garden Hills School Site (1839 Turpin Road) for 5 years
• Purchase of 2022 Ford F-150 4x4 for $33,912.00 to replace Water Distribution truck #7512
• Road closures for 'College Football Saturday in Smyrna' on Oct 16, Nov 13, Dec 4, 2021

The City Council voted to terminate the resurfacing project contract with Donelson Construction Company, LLC. Additionally, the council approved several items on the consent agenda, including intergovernmental agreements with the Cobb County School District for joint recreational facility use and the purchase of a new city vehicle.

• Terminated resurfacing contract with Donelson Construction Company (7-0)
• Approved minutes for Sept 16 and Sept 20 meetings (7-0)
• Approved 5-year recreation facility lease at 4885 Argo Road (7-0)
• Approved 5-year recreation facility lease at 1839 Turpin Road (7-0)
• Approved $33,912 purchase of 2022 Ford F-150 (7-0)
• Approved Market Village street closures for event series (7-0)

License and Variance Board on 2021-09-22 10:00 AM

The Smyrna License and Variance Board will hold a public hearing on five zoning variance requests and one privilege license change. Two previously scheduled hearings were tabled at the applicants' requests. The board will also approve minutes from the September 8 meeting.

• Variance request to increase impervious area for a swimming pool at 1355 Marston Street (tabled)
• Variance request to reduce side setback at 863 Church Street (tabled)
• Privilege license change for beer & wine retail at 2530 Cumberland Blvd SE (Sprouts Farmers Market)
• Variance request to reduce rear setback at 3414 S Cobb Drive
• Variance request to reduce parking spaces at 3414 S Cobb Drive

The License and Variance Board approved four variance requests for properties on S Cobb Drive and Disposal Plant Road, and approved a beer and wine license agent change for Sprouts Farmers Market. Two other variance requests, at 1355 Marston Street and 863 Church Street, were tabled to the October 13, 2021 meeting at the applicants' request. All votes were 3-0, with Roy Acree, Frank Martin and Richard Garland present. The board also approved its September 8, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Tabled variance V21-053 (pool impervious area 35% to 50%, 1355 Marston Street) to Oct 13 (3-0)
• Tabled variance V21-069 (side setback 10 ft to 5 ft, 863 Church Street) to Oct 13 (3-0)
• Approved privilege license agent change for beer & wine at 2530 Cumberland Blvd SE, Sprouts Farmers Market #530, agent Billy Jones (3-0)
• Approved variance V21-099 (rear setback 30 ft to 15 ft, 3414 S Cobb Drive) (3-0)
• Approved variance V21-100 (parking reduced 59 to 45 spaces, 3414 S Cobb Drive) (3-0)
• Approved variance V21-101 (front setback 35 ft to 12.5 ft, 570 Disposal Plant Road) (3-0)
• Approved variance V21-102 (encroachment into 75-ft impervious surface setback, 570 Disposal Plant Road) (3-0)
• Approved September 8, 2021 License and Variance Board meeting minutes (3-0)

City Council on 2021-09-20 7:00 PM

The Smyrna City Council will hold public hearings on two rezoning requests, two variance appeals, a mural approval, a restaurant district designation, a right-of-way abandonment, and adoption of updated zoning and land use maps. Formal business includes a $1.53 million Motorola radio purchase for police and fire, two Georgia Power lighting agreements for Windy Hill Blvd totaling $1.21 million, a budget amendment, and staff pay adjustments.

• Rezoning 1587 Roswell St from FC to R-10 Conditional for 4 single-family homes
• Rezoning 3562 & 3572 S Sherwood Rd from R-15 to RDA Conditional for 6 homes
• $1,533,482 Motorola radio purchase for Police and Fire (SPLOST funded)
• $767,385 pedestrian lighting and $443,926 tunnel lighting agreements with Georgia Power on Windy Hill Blvd
• Adoption of updated Zoning Map and Future Land Use Map

The Smyrna City Council approved a $1,533,482.00 purchase of Motorola radios and related equipment for Police and Fire, paid from SPLOST funding. Council also approved two Georgia Power lighting agreements for Windy Hill Blvd totaling $1,211,311.00, several zoning and land-use items, and a 4% adjustment to FY 2022 staff pay grades. Two councilmembers, Glenn Pickens and Charles Welch, were absent for all votes.

• Approved rezoning from FC to R-10 Conditional for four single-family homes at 1587 Roswell Street (4-1, Wilkinson nay)
• Approved rezoning from R-15 to RDA Conditional for six single-family homes at 3562 & 3572 S Sherwood Road (5-0)
• Approved appeal and overturned License and Variance Board denial of rear setback reduction at 2674 Grady Street (4-1, Wilkinson nay)
• Approved appeal and overturned License and Variance Board denial of side setback reduction at 2674 Grady Street (4-1, Wilkinson nay)
• Tabled wall mural and dumpster enclosure approval at 3326 S Cobb Drive (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-07 designating 'The Quad' properties as a Restaurant District (5-0)
• Approved abandonment of public right-of-way between Church Street and Concord Road to First United Methodist Church of Smyrna (5-0)
• Approved code amendment to Section 602 of the Zoning Ordinance and updated Zoning Map (5-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission on 2021-09-13 6:00 PM

The Smyrna Planning and Zoning Commission met to hear two rezoning requests, both tabled indefinitely or until October. The body also reviewed and discussed updates to the city’s zoning ordinance map and future land use map.

• Z21-004 rezoning from Future Commercial to Limited Commercial at 1120 Concord Rd tabled indefinitely
• Z21-006 rezoning from NS to RM-12 for 23 townhomes at 11.3 units/acre on 2.03 acres at Atlanta Rd & Campbell Rd tabled until October 11, 2021
• Code amendment to Section 602 of the Zoning Ordinance and updated Zoning Map reviewed
• Updated Future Land Use Map reviewed for adoption

The Smyrna Planning and Zoning Commission approved an amendment to Section 602 of the Zoning Ordinance, adopted the city's updated Zoning Map, and approved the updated Future Land Use Map. The commission also tabled two zoning requests and approved the minutes from the August 9, 2021 meeting.

• Tabled zoning request Z21-004 indefinitely (6-0)
• Tabled zoning request Z21-006 until the October 11, 2021 meeting (6-0)
• Approved amendment to Section 602 of the Zoning Ordinance and updated Zoning Map (6-0)
• Approved adoption of the updated Future Land Use Map (6-0)
• Approved August 9, 2021 meeting minutes (6-0)

License and Variance Board on 2021-09-08 10:00 AM

The License and Variance Board will hold public hearings on a beer and wine license agent change for a Walgreens and several variance requests involving property setbacks, buffers, and accessory structures. Two variance requests have been tabled to the September 22 meeting. The board will also approve minutes from its August 25 meeting.

• LIC2021-09: Agent change for beer and wine retail package license at Walgreens #05901, 2390 S. Cobb Drive SE
• V21-053: Variance to increase impervious area from 35% to 50% for a pool at 1355 Marston Street (tabled)
• V21-069: Variance to reduce side setback from 10 to 5 feet at 863 Church Street (tabled)
• V21-094/095/096: Variances for second accessory structure and buffer encroachments at 2630 Devin Court
• V21-097/098: Variances for privacy fence and side setback reduction at 3840 Highview Terrace

The License and Variance Board approved several residential variance requests for properties on Devin Court and Highview Terrace, as well as a change of agent for a retail beer and wine license. Two additional variance requests were tabled until the September 22, 2021 meeting at the applicants' request.

• Approved agent change for Walgreens #05901 (3-0)
• Tabled variance V21-053 for 1355 Marston Street (3-0)
• Tabled variance V21-069 for 863 Church Street (3-0)
• Approved variance V21-094 for 2630 Devin Court (3-0)
• Approved variance V21-095 for 2630 Devin Court (3-0)
• Approved variance V21-096 for 2630 Devin Court (3-0)
• Approved variance V21-097 for 3840 Highview Terrace (3-0)
• Approved variance V21-098 for 3840 Highview Terrace (3-0)

License and Variance Board on 2021-08-25 10:00 AM

The Smyrna License and Variance Board will conduct five public hearings on requests to adjust zoning rules for properties at 863 Church Street, 3097 Prestwick Place, 2323 Ward Street, 2385 Ventura Road, and 1105 Pinehurst Drive. The board will also approve minutes from the August 11 meeting.

• Public hearing on reducing side setback from 10 to 5 feet at 863 Church Street (tabled to September 8)
• Variance request to allow additional accessory structure at 3097 Prestwick Place
• Variance request to increase impervious lot coverage from 35% to 60% at 2323 Ward Street
• Variance request for gravel parking surface at 2385 Ventura Road
• Variance request to reduce front setback from 35 to 30 feet at 1105 Pinehurst Drive

The License and Variance Board approved four variance requests: an additional accessory structure at 3097 Prestwick Place, increased impervious lot coverage from 35% to 60% at 2323 Ward Street, a gravel parking surface at 2385 Ventura Road, and a front setback reduction from 35 feet to 30 feet at 1105 Pinehurst Drive. A request to reduce the side setback from 10 feet to 5 feet at 863 Church Street was tabled to the September 8, 2021 meeting at the applicant's request. The board also approved the minutes of its August 11, 2021 meeting. All votes were 3-0, with Roy Acree, Richard Garland, and Brian Marcos voting aye; Frank Martin was absent.

• Tabled side setback reduction (10 ft to 5 ft) at 863 Church Street to Sept 8, 2021 (3-0)
• Approved additional accessory structure at 3097 Prestwick Place (3-0)
• Approved increase in impervious lot coverage from 35% to 60% at 2323 Ward Street (3-0)
• Approved gravel parking surface at 2385 Ventura Road (3-0)
• Approved front setback reduction from 35 ft to 30 ft at 1105 Pinehurst Drive (3-0)
• Approved August 11, 2021 meeting minutes (3-0)

City Council on 2021-08-16 7:00 PM

The Smyrna City Council will hold public hearings and votes on several items, including a proposed extension of the moratorium on townhome rezoning and variance applications, adoption of the Cobb County Hazard Mitigation Plan, and amendments to the alcoholic beverage and solid waste ordinances. The council will also consider contracts for fuel, water/sewer installations, and concrete work, plus several consent agenda items.

• Public hearing on rezoning 1084 Medlin Street from R-15 to RDA Conditional for two single-family homes
• Public hearing on reducing school distance requirement for alcohol licenses from 600 to 220 feet at 2579 South Cobb Drive
• Public hearing on appeal of variances for 3393 Pretty Branch Drive (side setback, accessory building height/size)
• Resolution to extend townhome moratorium from Sept 16, 2021 to March 15, 2022
• Contract with Mansfield Oil for gasoline/diesel fuel; award water/sewer installation to Ardito Construction (low bidder)

The City Council approved several zoning and variance requests, including a new townhome development moratorium extension through March 2022. The Council also adopted the Smyrna Connects transit feasibility study and authorized various infrastructure and procurement contracts. Additionally, the Council approved the consent agenda, which included the purchase of new city vehicles and the cancellation of several September meetings.

• Approved rezoning at 1084 Medlin Street (5-0)
• Approved distance variance for alcohol license at 2579 South Cobb Drive (5-0)
• Denied height variance for 3393 Pretty Branch Drive (3-2)
• Approved side setback and size variances for 3393 Pretty Branch Drive (5-0)
• Adopted Hazard Mitigation Plan (5-0)
• Extended townhome development moratorium to March 15, 2022 (4-1)
• Approved water/sewer system installation contract (5-0)
• Adopted Smyrna Connects transit study (5-0)

License and Variance Board on 2021-08-11 10:00 AM

The Smyrna License and Variance Board will hold public hearings on eight zoning-related requests, including setback reductions, parking reductions, and fence allowances. The board will also approve minutes from its July 28 meeting.

• Allow second kitchen in existing dwelling at 3711 Manigault Place
• Reduce rear setback from 5 ft to 3.8 ft at 2674 Grady Street
• Reduce side setback from 5 ft to 2.8 ft at 2674 Grady Street
• Parking reduction from 61 to 40 spaces at 5150 South Cobb Drive
• Remove street tree requirement along South Cobb Drive at 5150 South Cobb Drive

The License and Variance Board approved five variance requests and denied two, all by 3-0 votes. Approved items included a second kitchen at 3711 Manigault Place, a parking reduction and removal of a street tree requirement and landscape easement at 5150 South Cobb Drive, a parking reduction at 350 Pat Mell Road, and a 5-foot front-yard fence at 1072 Stephens Street. Two requests by Montrell L. Coleman to reduce setbacks at 2674 Grady Street were denied. A side setback request at 863 Church Street was tabled to August 25, 2021 at the applicant's request.

• Approved second kitchen in existing dwelling unit at 3711 Manigault Place (3-0)
• Denied rear setback reduction from 5 feet to 3.8 feet at 2674 Grady Street (3-0)
• Denied side setback reduction from 5 feet to 2.8 feet at 2674 Grady Street (3-0)
• Approved parking reduction from 61 to 40 spaces at 5150 South Cobb Drive (3-0)
• Approved removal of street tree requirement along South Cobb Drive at 5150 South Cobb Drive (3-0)
• Approved reduction of landscape easement along South Cobb Drive and Oak Drive at 5150 South Cobb Drive (3-0)
• Approved 5-foot fence in front yard on corner lot at 1072 Stephens Street (3-0)
• Approved parking reduction from 97 to 52 spaces at 350 Pat Mell Road (3-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission on 2021-08-09 6:00 PM

The Smyrna Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on four rezoning requests. Two items are tabled to September, while two others are being considered for new residential development. The commission will also approve minutes from the July 12 meeting.

• Rezoning from FC to LC for professional office at 1120 Concord Rd (tabled to Sept 13)
• Rezoning from NS to RM-12 for 23 townhomes at Atlanta Rd & Campbell Rd (tabled to Sept 13)
• Rezoning from FC to R-10 Conditional for 4 single-family homes at 1587 Roswell St
• Rezoning from R-15 to RDA Conditional for 6 single-family homes at 3562 & 3572 S Sherwood Rd
• Approval of July 12, 2021 meeting minutes

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved two rezoning requests: four single-family homes at 1587 Roswell Street (Z21-010) and six single-family detached homes at 3562 & 3572 S Sherwood Road (Z21-011), both by 6-0 votes. It tabled two other zoning requests to the September 13, 2021 meeting: a professional office rezoning at 1120 Concord Rd (Z21-004) and 23 townhomes at Atlanta Rd & Campbell Rd (Z21-006), also by 6-0 votes. The commission also approved the July 12, 2021 meeting minutes 6-0 and adjourned at 6:24 PM.

• Approved rezoning from FC to R-10 Conditional for four single-family homes at 1587 Roswell Street (6-0)
• Approved rezoning from R-15 to RDA Conditional for six single-family detached homes at 3562 & 3572 S Sherwood Road (6-0)
• Tabled rezoning from FC to LC for a professional office at 1120 Concord Rd to September 13, 2021 (6-0)
• Tabled rezoning from NS to RM-12 for 23 townhomes at Atlanta Rd & Campbell Rd to September 13, 2021 (6-0)
• Approved the July 12, 2021 Planning and Zoning meeting minutes (6-0)

City Council on 2021-08-02 6:45 PM

The Smyrna City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the 2021 millage rate, which includes a notice of property tax increase. They will also adopt an updated Debt Management Policy with parameters for long-term borrowing. Additionally, the council will appoint a Ward 3 resident to the Smyrna Housing Authority.

• Public hearing and adoption of 2021 millage rate (Notice of Property Tax Increase included)
• Adoption of 2021 Debt Management Policy with long-term debt borrowing parameters
• Appointment of Lem Ward (Ward 3) to Smyrna Housing Authority (term expires 12/31/2022)

The Smyrna City Council adopted the 2021 millage rate and updated the city's Debt Management Policy, authorizing the Mayor to sign related documents. Council also appointed Ward 3 resident Lem Ward to the Smyrna Housing Authority for a term expiring 12/31/2022, and approved the consent agenda, including minutes from three prior meetings. All votes were 6-0, with Mayor Derek Norton absent and Councilmember Gould recorded absent on the consent agenda vote. No land issues, zonings, annexations, privilege licenses, or show cause hearings were on the agenda.

• Adopted the 2021 Millage rate (6-0)
• Adopted updated City of Smyrna Debt Management Policy and authorized Mayor to sign related documents (6-0)
• Appointed Lem Ward to Smyrna Housing Authority, term expiring 12/31/2022 (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda, including June 3, 2021 Committee of the Whole and July 19, 2021 Pre-Council and Mayor and Council minutes (6-0)

License and Variance Board on 2021-07-28 10:00 AM

The Smyrna License and Variance Board is meeting to review privilege license agent changes for alcohol pouring and to hold public hearings on various property variances, setbacks, and accessory structures. Several items on the agenda have been withdrawn or tabled to future meeting dates.

• Privilege License Agent Change Request LIC 2021-05 for Zeke's at 4454 South Cobb Drive SE
• Privilege License Agent Change Request LIC 2021-06 for Bad Daddy's Burger Bar at 2995 Atlanta Road SE
• Public Hearing V21-072 to allow an additional accessory structure at 3340 Lee Street
• Public Hearing V21-073 and V21-074 to reduce front and side setbacks for a detached carport at 3463 Lee Street
• Public Hearing V21-075 to reduce the side setback for an addition at 1145 Queensgate Drive

The Smyrna License and Variance Board approved multiple variance requests for residential property additions, accessory structures, and setbacks, alongside two privilege license agent changes for alcohol sales. Additionally, one variance request was withdrawn by staff and two were tabled at the request of applicants.

• Withdrew variance V21-076 for additional accessory structure at 540 Concord Road (3-0)
• Tabled variance V21-069 for side setback reduction at 863 Church Street to August 11, 2021 (3-0)
• Tabled variance V21-053 for impervious area increase at 1355 Marston Street to September 8, 2021 (3-0)
• Approved alcohol privilege license agent change for Zeke's at 4454 South Cobb Drive SE (3-0)
• Approved alcohol privilege license agent change for Bad Daddy's Burger Bar at 2995 Atlanta Road SE (3-0)
• Approved variance V21-072 for additional accessory structure at 3340 Lee Street (3-0)
• Approved front and side setback variances V21-073 and V21-074 for detached carport at 3463 Lee Street (3-0)
• Approved variance V21-075 to reduce side setback at 1145 Queensgate Drive (3-0)

City Council on 2021-07-19 7:00 PM

The Smyrna City Council will hold public hearings and votes on several items, including the annexation and rezoning of 2800 and 2810 Spring Road for a mixed-use development, a rezoning on Old Roswell Road, and a public hearing on the 2021 millage rate. The council will also consider accepting $3,997,773 in federal COVID-19 recovery funds and approve contracts for street resurfacing, park restroom locks, and police and fire vehicles.

• Public hearing and final vote on annexation and rezoning of 8.7 acres at 2800 & 2810 Spring Rd to MU-Conditional for mixed-use (RASS Associates, LLC)
• Public hearing on rezoning 2605 Old Roswell Rd from FC to R-8-Conditional for lot subdivision (Roselane LLC)
• Resolution to accept $3,997,773 in Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery funds
• Approval of $921,313.85 resurfacing contract with Donelson Construction (LMIG and SPLOST funds)
• Approval of $296,000 for six police Ford Interceptor Explorers and $69,619 for two fire marshal vehicles

The Smyrna City Council approved annexation and rezoning of 2800 and 2810 Spring Road for a mixed-use project by RASS Associates, LLC, and approved a rezoning at 2605 Old Roswell Road for a two-lot subdivision. Council also ratified acceptance of $3,997,773.00 in federal Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery funds and approved several purchases and contracts. All votes recorded were 7-0. A public hearing on the 2021 millage rate was held with no vote.

• Approved annexation ORD2021-02 for 7.14 acres at 2800 and 2810 Spring Road, effective August 1, 2021, part of Ward 1 (7-0)
• Approved with conditions zoning request Z21-002, rezoning 8.7 acres at 2800 and 2810 Spring Rd to MU-Conditional for a mixed-use project (7-0)
• Approved with conditions zoning request Z21-008, rezoning 2605 Old Roswell Road to R-8-Conditional for a two-lot subdivision (7-0)
• Approved RES2021-04 accepting $3,997,773.00 in Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery funds and future allocations (7-0)
• Approved name change for 23Thirty Cobb Apartments at 2330 Cobb Parkway to 2330 Cobb Pkwy, LLC dba Elevate at The Battery (7-0)
• Approved $921,313.85 sole source resurfacing contract with Donelson Construction Company, LLC (7-0)
• Approved $54,686.11 contract with LMI Systems for parks restroom door locking system (7-0)
• Approved vehicle purchases: two Ford Explorers for $69,619.00 and six police Ford Explorers not to exceed $296,000.00 (7-0)

License and Variance Board on 2021-07-14 10:00 AM

The Smyrna License and Variance Board will conduct 13 public hearings on requests to relax zoning rules for fences, signs, garages, decks, and setbacks. Two items were tabled at the applicant’s request. The board will also vote on approval of the April 14, 2021 minutes.

• Increase impervious area for swimming pool from 35% to 50% at 1355 Marston Street (tabled)
• Reduce side setback from 10 ft to 5 ft for addition at 863 Church Street (tabled)
• Allow 6-foot wooden fence in front yard on corner lot at 3581 South Sherwood Road
• Allow non-conforming sign at Creatwood Forest Subdivision entrance
• Park commercial vehicle over 10,000 lbs on residential lot at 348 Lynhurst Road

The License and Variance Board approved ten property variances, including a 6-foot front-yard fence at 3581 South Sherwood Road, three variances for a detached garage at 3393 Pretty Branch Drive, and three sign variances for a new Sprouts Farmers Market at 2530 Cumberland Boulevard. The board denied a request to park a commercial tow truck weighing over 10,000 pounds at 348 Lynhurst Road. Two other variance requests, at 1355 Marston Street and 863 Church Street, were tabled to the July 28, 2021 meeting at the applicants' request. All votes were 3-0, with Roy Acree, Richard Garland and Mary Moore present.

• Tabled V21-053 (swimming pool impervious area, 1355 Marston Street) to July 28, 2021 (3-0)
• Tabled V21-069 (side setback reduction, 863 Church Street) to July 28, 2021 (3-0)
• Approved V21-055 (6-foot front-yard fence, 3581 South Sherwood Road) (3-0)
• Approved V21-056 (non-conforming subdivision sign in right-of-way, Creatwood Forest entrance) (3-0)
• Denied V21-057 (parking commercial vehicle over 10,000 pounds, 348 Lynhurst Road) (3-0)
• Approved V21-058, V21-059, V21-060 (detached garage side setback, height, and size, 3393 Pretty Branch Drive) (3-0 each)
• Approved V21-061 (deck encroachment into 75-foot impervious setback, 3554 South Sherwood Road) (3-0)
• Approved V21-062 (parking encroachment into 75-foot impervious setback, 685 Smyrna Hill Drive) (3-0)

City Council on 2021-07-06 7:00 PM

The Smyrna City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a proposal to move variance requests from the Mayor and City Council to the License and Variance Board. The meeting will also consider approving minutes from prior meetings, awarding a full-service janitorial contract for $169,200, and renewing a fire extinguisher maintenance contract for $20,075.

• Public hearing on ORD2021-13 to shift variance approvals to License and Variance Board starting July 14, 2021
• Approval of janitorial contract with American Facility Services for $169,200
• Approval of fire extinguisher maintenance contract with Cliff's Fire Extinguisher for $20,075
• Approval of minutes from June 17, 21 Committee of the Whole and Mayor and Council meetings
• Approval for Council Chambers use by Wards 3 & 6 for a July 18 neighborhood meeting

The City Council approved code amendments (ORD2021-13) moving variance requests from the Mayor and City Council to the License and Variance Board beginning July 14, 2021, on a 5-0 vote with two members absent. The Council also approved its consent agenda, including minutes, use of Council Chambers for a July 18 neighborhood meeting, a $169,200 janitorial contract with American Facility Services, and a $20,075 one-year fire alarm and sprinkler inspection contract with Cliff's Fire Extinguisher. Most of the meeting was citizen input on the previously approved downtown redesign plan, with residents speaking both for and against it; no new decision on that plan was made at this meeting.

• Approved ORD2021-13 moving variance requests from Mayor and Council to the License and Variance Board beginning July 14, 2021 (5-0, two absent)
• Approved consent agenda as read, with changes to June 17, 2021 Committee of the Whole minutes (5-0, two absent)
• Approved June 17, 2021 Committee of the Whole meeting minutes (MIN2021-40)
• Approved June 21, 2021 Pre-Council meeting minutes (MIN2021-41)
• Approved June 21, 2021 Mayor and Council meeting minutes (MIN2021-42)
• Approved use of Council Chambers for Wards 3 & 6 Joint Neighborhood Meeting, July 18, 2021, 4:30-6:00pm (2021-238)
• Awarded RFP 21-015 full service janitorial contract to American Facility Services, Alpharetta, GA, for $169,200 (2021-262)
• Approved one-year contract with Cliff's Fire Extinguisher, Woodstock, GA, for $20,075 for annual inspection and maintenance of city alarms, sprinklers, extinguishers and kitchen systems (CON2021-07)

City_Council_Meeting_06-21-2021_7_00PM

The Smyrna City Council will consider approval of a new downtown concept design and several financial items, including budget amendments and grant funding increases. The council will also review a proposal to purchase new computer infrastructure and consider an ordinance regulating consumer fireworks.

• Approval of Downtown Concept Design
• Purchase of $323,276 hyperconverged computer infrastructure system
• Amendment to CDBG grant award increasing total to $308,480
• Ordinance 2021-14 regarding consumer fireworks regulations
• Purchase of two 2023 Mack chassis rear loaders for $466,926

City Council Meeting 06-21-2021 7:00PM

The Smyrna City Council will hold a public hearing on a request to allow a front porch encroachment into a 75-foot impervious setback at 3700 Ashwood Drive. The council will also vote on approving the Downtown Concept Design, a $323,276 computer infrastructure purchase, a $29,840.93 CDBG grant increase, a budget amendment, a fireworks ordinance amendment, and a resolution supporting a RAISE grant application. Consent agenda items include purchasing two garbage trucks for $466,926 and renewing the Granicus website contract.

• Public hearing on encroachment for front porch at 3700 Ashwood Drive
• Approval of Downtown Concept Design
• Purchase of hyperconverged computer infrastructure from Dell for $323,276
• Ordinance 2021-14 to regulate consumer fireworks signage and penalties
• Purchase of two Mack garbage trucks for $466,926

The Smyrna City Council approved the Downtown Concept Design, increased the 2021 CDBG grant allocation by $29,840.93, and authorized the purchase of a $323,276 computer infrastructure system from Dell Technologies. The council also approved an amendment to the FY 2021 budget, an ordinance regulating consumer fireworks, and a resolution supporting a RAISE grant application.

• Approved setback encroachment for a front porch at 3700 Ashwood Drive (7-0)
• Approved Downtown Concept Design (5-2)
• Approved CDBG Sub Recipient Agreement Amendment No. 2 for an increase of $29,840.93, totaling $308,480.00 (6-0)
• Approved purchase of a Hyperconverged Computer Infrastructure system from Dell Technologies for $323,276 (6-0)
• Approved FY 2021 budget amendment for unbudgeted items and CIP fund transfer (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-14 regulating consumer fireworks (7-0)
• Approved Resolution RES2021-03 supporting the RAISE grant application for the Cumberland Multi-Modal Network (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including purchase of two Mack chassis/rear loader trucks for $466,926 and Granicus agreement renewal (7-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission on 2021-06-14 6:00 PM

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on several zoning and subdivision requests, including a mixed-use development on Spring Road and a proposal to move variance requests to the License and Variance Board. Several other items on the agenda have been withdrawn or tabled to the July 12, 2021 meeting.

• Public hearing on code amendment to move variance requests to the License and Variance Board
• Zoning request for mixed-use development at 2800 & 2810 Spring Rd
• Zoning request for two-lot subdivision at 2605 Old Roswell Road
• Plat approval for two-lot subdivision at 3813 N Cooper Lake Rd
• Withdrawal of two-lot subdivision request at 4975 Hickory Mill Dr

The commission approved a mixed-use development at 2800 & 2810 Spring Rd and a residential lot split on Old Roswell Road. A plat approval for 3813 N Cooper Lake Rd was denied, and two zoning requests were tabled. The board also recommended moving variance requests back to the License and Variance Board.

• Approved annexation and rezoning for mixed-use project at 2800 & 2810 Spring Rd (5-0)
• Approved rezoning for two-lot subdivision at 2605 Old Roswell Road (5-0)
• Denied plat approval for subdivision at 3813 N Cooper Lake Rd (5-0)
• Approved submission to Mayor and Council to move variance requests to License and Variance Board (5-0)
• Withdrew plat approval for 4975 Hickory Mill Dr at applicant request (5-0)
• Tabled rezoning for professional office at 1120 Concord Rd to July 12, 2021 (5-0)
• Tabled rezoning for 23 townhomes at Atlanta Rd & Campbell Rd to July 12, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved May 10, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council on 2021-05-17 7:00 PM

The Smyrna City Council will conduct public hearings regarding the proposed Fiscal Year 2022 budget, multiple zoning and variance requests, and code amendments concerning private dog parks. The council will also consider awarding contracts for park seating and community center equipment upgrades.

• Public hearing for the Fiscal Year 2022 proposed budget
• Award $252,426 contract to GT Grandstands, Inc. for Ward Park seating
• Award $276,011 contract to MaxAir Mechanical for Smyrna Community Center chillers
• Zoning request to rezone 2400 Lake Park Drive from GC to MU
• Code amendments to allow private dog parks and related alcohol pouring licenses

The Smyrna City Council approved code amendments permitting private dog parks in commercial and mixed-use districts and allowing alcohol pouring licenses for them. The council also approved a mixed-use rezoning at 2400 Lake Park Drive, awarded contracts for Ward Park grandstand seating and Smyrna Community Center chillers, and held a public hearing on the proposed fiscal year 2022 budget.

• Approved name change for The Carriage House apartment complex to Beckett Park Apartments at 810 Windy Hill Road (6-0)
• Approved zoning code amendments to permit private dog parks in GC, CBD, and MU districts (6-0)
• Denied rezoning from R-15 to R-10 for a two-lot subdivision at 454 Smyrna Powder Springs Road (6-0)
• Approved rezoning from GC to MU for a mixed-use development at 2400 Lake Park Drive (5-1)
• Approved variance to reduce rear setback for a deck at 632 Austin Drive (6-0)
• Approved variance to allow stream buffer encroachment for a deck at 2946 Woodruff Drive (6-0)
• Approved alcoholic beverage ordinance amendments for private dog park pouring licenses (6-0)
• Awarded Ward Park grandstand seating contract to GT Grandstands, Inc. for $252,426 (6-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission on 2021-05-10 6:00 PM

The Commission will hear public comments on several zoning requests and code amendments. All items are being tabled to the June 14 Planning & Zoning Board meeting for further action. No decisions will be made at this meeting.

• Z21-002: rezoning 8.7 acres at 2800‑2810 Spring Rd to MU‑Conditional for a mixed‑use project
• Z21-004: rezoning 0.25 acres at 1120 Concord Rd to Limited Commercial for a professional office
• Z21-006: rezoning 2.03 acres at 700 Atlanta Rd & Campbell Rd to RM‑12 for 23 townhomes
• ORD2021-11: code amendment to Section 503‑A for front yard fencing
• ORD2021-10: code amendments to list private dog parks as permitted uses in GC, CBD, MU districts

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved two code amendments to the City's Zoning Ordinance. Four other items, including three rezoning requests and one plat approval, were tabled until June 14, 2021.

• Approved code amendment to Section 503-A regarding front yard fencing (7-0)
• Approved code amendments to Sections 402, 712, 716 and 720 to permit private dog parks in GC, CBD, and MU districts (7-0)
• Tabled rezoning request Z21-002 for mixed use project at 2800 & 2810 Spring Rd (7-0)
• Tabled plat approval for two lot subdivision at 4975 Hickory Mill Dr (7-0)
• Tabled rezoning request Z21-004 for professional office at 1120 Concord Rd (7-0)
• Tabled rezoning request Z21-006 for 23 townhomes at Atlanta Rd & Campbell Rd (7-0)
• Approved April 12, 2021 meeting minutes (7-0)

City Council on 2021-05-03 7:00 PM

The Smyrna City Council will vote on a resolution authorizing the Downtown Smyrna Development Authority to issue bonds up to $29,000,000 for road and infrastructure projects. The meeting includes public hearings on multiple zoning variances and a rezoning request for 8 single-family homes at 3302 Atlanta Road. Additionally, the council will approve an ordinance regulating consumer fireworks and noise.

• Resolution 2021-02 authorizing $29,000,000 bond issuance for 2022 SPLOST projects
• Ordinance 2021-07 amending noise and special use permit sections for consumer fireworks
• Public hearing on rezoning 1.08 acres at 3302 Atlanta Road for 8 single-family homes (Edgeline, LLC)
• Public hearings on zoning variances at 1607 Walker Street, 2740 Morris Circle, and 3212 Ridgecrest Road
• Approval of $632,489 insurance renewal with GIRMA and $14,800 cyber liability coverage

Smyrna's City Council approved Resolution 2021-02, authorizing the city to enter a Sale Agreement and Bond Purchase Agreement tied to the Downtown Smyrna Development Authority issuing bonds of up to $29,000,000 for 2022 SPLOST projects and other road and infrastructure work. The council also approved Ordinance 2021-07 regulating consumer fireworks, a rezoning for 8 single-family homes at 3302 Atlanta Road, and several setback and land-use requests. Most votes were 7-0; the bond resolution passed 6-1 and the rezoning passed 5-2.

• Approved Resolution 2021-02 authorizing up to $29,000,000 in bonds for 2022 SPLOST and road/infrastructure projects (6-1, Wilkinson opposed)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-07 amending rules on consumer fireworks and the noise ordinance (7-0)
• Approved rezoning Z20-006 at 3302 Atlanta Road for 8 single-family homes at 7.4 units per acre (5-2, Pickens and Lindley opposed)
• Approved name change for apartment complex at 5000 S Lincoln Trace Avenue to Edison at the Battery (7-0)
• Approved V21-026 increasing impervious surface at 1607 Walker Street from 45% to 48.8% (7-0)
• Approved V21-038 allowing new construction below minimum lot size at 2740 Morris Circle (7-0)
• Approved V21-039 reducing side and driveway setbacks at 3212 Ridgecrest Road for a carport (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including April 19 minutes, pipe rehabilitation contract, insurance renewals, and 2021 community events/street closings (7-0)

City Council on 2021-04-19 7:00 PM - MASKS REQUIRED / TEMPERATURE WILL BE CHECKED

The Smyrna City Council will consider appointments for permanent Police Chief and Environmental Services Director, along with several public hearings on zoning and code amendments. The agenda also includes approvals for a historical street tour, a road closure, a budget amendment, and a CDBG grant reduction.

• Appointment of Keith Zgonc as Chief of Police
• Appointment of Julie Barwig as Environmental Services Director
• Public hearing on rezoning 3302 Atlanta Road for 10 townhomes (tabled to May 3)
• Public hearing on home occupation code amendments (Ordinance 2021-05)
• Approval of CDBG grant reduction of $29,840.93

The Smyrna City Council approved Keith Zgonc as Chief of Police and Julie Barwig as permanent Environmental Services / Keep Smyrna Beautiful Director. It also approved a budget amendment, a CDBG grant reduction, a home occupation code amendment, and moved variance requests to the Mayor and Council starting May 3, 2021. A rezoning for 10 townhomes at 3302 Atlanta Road was tabled to May 3, 2021. All votes were 7-0 except the budget amendment, which passed 6-1 with Councilmember Wilkinson opposed.

• Approved appointment of Keith Zgonc as Chief of Police (7-0)
• Approved Julie Barwig as permanent Environmental Services / Keep Smyrna Beautiful Director (7-0)
• Tabled rezoning Z20-006 for 10 townhomes at 3302 Atlanta Road to May 3, 2021 (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-05 amending home occupation code sections 402 and 505 (7-0)
• Approved moving variance requests from License and Variance Board to Mayor and Council beginning May 3, 2021 (7-0)
• Approved budget amendment for items not in FY 2021 budget (6-1, Wilkinson opposed)
• Approved CDBG Amendment No. 1 reducing 2021 grant award by $29,840.93 to $278,640.07 (7-0)
• Approved commercial building permit for new Kiddie Academy at 3383 South Cobb Drive (7-0)

City Council on 2021-03-15 7:00 PM - MASKS REQUIRED / TEMPERATURE WILL BE CHECKED

The Smyrna City Council will hold public hearings and final votes on several land-use items, including annexations and rezoning requests for properties on Adams Drive and Madison Street, a variance for a non-conforming lot, and a proposed moratorium on townhome development applications. The council will also consider a contract for an online citizen service platform.

• Public hearing and final vote on annexation and variances for 2474 Adams Dr (0.192 acres)
• Public hearing and final vote on rezoning 2783 Mildred Pl and 2791-2811 Madison St to R-8-Conditional for five single-family homes
• Public hearing on moratorium (RES2021-01) on townhome rezoning/variance applications from Mar 15 to Sep 15, 2021
• Contract with OpenGov for online permitting/licensing platform, $149,202.00
• Public hearing on variance to reduce rear setback at 1335 Cliffwood Dr

The City Council approved RES2021-01, a moratorium on accepting rezoning and variance applications for townhome development from March 15, 2021 to September 15, 2021, on a 6-1 vote with Councilmember Wagner opposed. The council also approved a rear setback reduction at 1335 Cliffwood Drive, annexation of 2474 Adams Drive and 2791 Madison Street, and a rezoning for five single-family homes on Mildred Place and Madison Street. A townhome rezoning request at 3302 Atlanta Road was tabled to April 19, 2021 at the applicant's request. The consent agenda, including a $149,202.00 contract with OpenGov, was approved 7-0.

• Approved V21-006: reduce rear setback from 30 to 20 feet at 1335 Cliffwood Drive, with stipulation (7-0)
• Approved ORD2021-06: annex 2474 Adams Drive (8500 sq. ft.) into Ward 3, effective April 1, 2021 (7-0)
• Approved V21-028: variances for lot size, width, and setbacks for annexation at 2474 Adams Drive (7-0)
• Approved ORD2021-03: annex 2791 Madison Street (0.2683 acres) into Ward 3, effective April 1, 2021 (7-0)
• Approved Z21-003: rezone to R-8-Conditional for five single-family homes at 2783 Mildred Place and 2791, 2801, 2811 Madison Street (7-0)
• Tabled Z20-006: townhome rezoning at 3302 Atlanta Road to April 19, 2021 at applicant's request (7-0)
• Approved RES2021-01: moratorium on townhome rezoning and variance applications from March 15 to September 15, 2021 (6-1, Wagner opposed)
• Approved consent agenda, including $149,202.00 OpenGov contract from CIP Fund Balance (7-0)

License and Variance Board on 2021-03-10 10:00 AM - MASKS REQUIRED / TEMPERATURE WILL BE CHECKED

The License and Variance Board will hold public hearings on ten variance requests, mostly for accessory structures and setback reductions at specific properties, and one request to change the beer and wine license agent for a Sprouts Farmers Market. The board will also approve minutes from its February 24, 2021 meeting.

• V21-020: Allow second accessory structure at 3116 Lee Street
• V21-021: Reduce side setback from 10 to 4.5 feet at 3116 Lee Street
• V21-022: Increase accessory building size from 25% to 39% at 3116 Lee Street
• V21-016: Allow impervious surface increase from 45% to 48.19% at 1534 Spring Street
• LIC2021-02: Change beer and wine license agent for Sprouts Farmers Market #518 at 4330 East-West Connector

The License and Variance Board approved every item on its March 10, 2021 agenda by unanimous 3-0 votes. These included ten property variances covering accessory structures, setbacks, lot coverage and building size at addresses on Lee Street, Powder Springs Street, Creatwood Trail, Spring Street, Manson Avenue and Roswell Street. The board also approved a beer and wine retail package license agent change for the Sprouts Farmers Market at 4330 East-West Connector, and approved the minutes of its February 24, 2021 meeting. The meeting adjourned at 10:40 AM.

• Approved V21-020, second accessory structure at 3116 Lee Street (3-0)
• Approved V21-021, side setback reduced from 10 feet to 4.5 feet at 3116 Lee Street (3-0)
• Approved V21-022, accessory building size increased from 25% to 39% at 3116 Lee Street (3-0)
• Approved V21-013, elevation amendment for cases V21-001 & 002 at 1095 Powder Springs Street (3-0)
• Approved V21-014, variance continuation for cases 18-026 through 028 at 3336 Creatwood Trail (3-0)
• Approved V21-015, construction on a lot below minimum requirements at 3336 Creatwood Trail (3-0)
• Approved V21-016, impervious surface increase from 45% to 48.19% at 1534 Spring Street (3-0)
• Approved V21-017 and V21-018, additional accessory structure and rear setback reduced from 5 feet to 3.8 feet at 4112 Manson Avenue (3-0 each)

Planning and Zoning Commission on 2021-03-08 6:00 PM - MASKS REQUIRED / TEMPERATURE WILL BE CHECKED

The Smyrna Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a proposed amendment to the city's home occupation ordinance and a variance request for a property on Adams Drive. The commission will also consider approval of the February 8, 2021 meeting minutes. Two other agenda items regarding zoning and subdivision requests have been tabled until the April 12, 2021 meeting.

• Public hearing for Ordinance 2021-05 regarding home occupation code amendments
• Variance request V21-028 for 2474 Adams Dr
• Rezoning request Z21-002 for 2800 and 2810 Spring Rd (tabled)
• Plat approval for 4975 Hickory Mill Dr (tabled)

The Planning and Zoning Commission voted 7-0 to approve a variance request (V21-028) for lot size, lot width, and setbacks for annexation of a non-conforming 0.192-acre lot at 2474 Adams Dr. It voted 7-0 to table a home-occupation code amendment (Ordinance 2021-05) and a rezoning request (Z21-002) for a mixed-use project on 8.7 acres at 2800 & 2810 Spring Rd. A plat approval for a two-lot subdivision at 4975 Hickory Mill Dr was also tabled. The commission approved the February 8, 2021 meeting minutes 7-0 and adjourned at 6:20 PM.

• Approved variance V21-028 for lot size, lot width, and setbacks at 2474 Adams Dr (7-0)
• Tabled Ordinance 2021-05 home-occupation code amendment to April 12, 2021 (7-0)
• Tabled rezoning Z21-002 for 8.7-acre mixed-use project at 2800 & 2810 Spring Rd (7-0)
• Tabled plat approval for two-lot subdivision at 4975 Hickory Mill Dr
• Approved February 8, 2021 meeting minutes (7-0)

City Council on 2021-03-01 7:00 PM - MASKS REQUIRED / TEMPERATURE WILL BE CHECKED

The Smyrna City Council will meet to decide on several items, including a zoning request for a townhome development, acceptance of Riverview Park, a vehicle purchase, and a CDBG grant agreement. The meeting also includes public hearings and citizen input sessions with specific time limits for speakers.

• Rezoning request Z20-006 for 10 single-family attached townhomes at 3302 Atlanta Road (Edgeline, LLC)
• Acceptance of Riverview Park dedication with maintenance obligations
• Purchase of a 2021 Ford Explorer XLT for $37,922.85 via state contract
• Approval of a $308,481.00 CDBG grant agreement for Public Facility Projects
• Privilege license request for Prohibition Liquor at 3150 Highlands Parkway SE

The Smyrna City Council tabled a request to rezone 3302 Atlanta Road for ten townhomes until March 15. The council approved the dedication of Riverview Park along the Chattahoochee River and granted a retail liquor license to Prohibition Liquor. Additional approvals included a $37,922.85 vehicle purchase for the City Administrator and a commercial building permit for Covenant United Methodist Church.

• Tabled rezoning for 10 townhomes at 3302 Atlanta Road (7-0)
• Approved dedication of Riverview Park (7-0)
• Approved liquor license for Prohibition Liquor (7-0)
• Approved $37,922.85 budget amendment for City Administrator vehicle (7-0)
• Approved commercial building permit for Covenant United Methodist Church (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including CDBG subrecipient agreement (7-0)

License and Variance Board on 2021-02-24 10:00 AM - MASKS REQUIRED / TEMPERATURE WILL BE CHECKED

The License and Variance Board will hold public hearings on four variance requests, each seeking to reduce required setbacks for properties. The board will also vote on approving the minutes from its February 10, 2021 meeting. All items are for decision at this meeting.

• V21-006: Reduce rear setback from 30 to 20 feet at 1335 Cliffwood Drive (Jarrett King)
• V21-011: Reduce side setback from 10 feet to 9 inches for accessory structure at 957 Sharon Circle (Sylvia Zenteno-Booker)
• V21-012: Reduce accessory structure rear setback from 5 to 2.6 feet at 957 Sharon Circle (Sylvia Zenteno-Booker)
• V21-010: Reduce side setback from 10 to 5 feet for accessory structure at 3261 South Cobb Drive (Valvoline Instant Oil Change)
• Approval of February 10, 2021 meeting minutes

The License and Variance Board approved two variances reducing setbacks for accessory structures at 957 Sharon Circle. The board forwarded a request to reduce the rear setback at 1335 Cliffwood Drive to the Mayor and Council for a public hearing. A variance request for 3261 South Cobb Drive was withdrawn by the applicant.

• Forwarded V21-006 (rear setback reduction at 1335 Cliffwood Drive) to Mayor and Council (3-0)
• Approved V21-011 (side setback reduction at 957 Sharon Circle) (3-0)
• Approved V21-012 (accessory structure rear setback reduction at 957 Sharon Circle) (3-0)
• Withdrawn V21-010 (side setback reduction at 3261 South Cobb Drive) without prejudice (3-0)
• Approved February 10, 2021 meeting minutes (3-0)

City Council on 2021-02-15 7:00 PM - MASKS REQUIRED / TEMPERATURE WILL BE CHECKED

The Smyrna City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on four annexation requests totaling about 21.8 acres, plus two zoning matters: a rezoning for 10 townhomes at 3302 Atlanta Road and a withdrawn self-storage proposal at 912 Daniel Drive. The meeting will also consider salary increases for court officials, a Crown Castle lease modification, and a temporary road closure for speed table installation.

• Vote on annexation of 1.1143 acres at 1953 Watkins Road (ORD2020-18)
• Vote on annexation of 0.83 acres at 1960 Watkins Road (ORD2020-19)
• Vote on annexation of 0.83 acres at 2021 Watkins Road (ORD2020-20)
• Vote on annexation of 19 acres at Ann Road (ORD2021-04)
• Public hearing on rezoning 3302 Atlanta Road for 10 townhomes (Z20-006)

The City Council appointed Joseph Bennett as the full-time City Administrator and approved four separate land annexations. The council also authorized budget increases for court personnel and extended the Multi-Housing Inspection Program due to Covid.

• Appointed Joseph Bennett as full-time City Administrator (7-0)
• Approved annexation of 1.1143 acres at 1953 Watkins Road (7-0)
• Approved annexation of 0.83 acres at 1960 Watkins Road (7-0)
• Approved annexation of 0.83 acres at 2021 Watkins Road (7-0)
• Approved annexation of 19.0 +/- acres at Ann Road (7-0)
• Tabled rezoning request for 3302 Atlanta Road to March 1, 2021 (7-0)
• Withdrew rezoning request for 912 Daniel Drive without prejudice (7-0)
• Approved budget amendment for salary increases for Chief Judge Phyllis Gingrey Collins and Solicitor Tim Williams (7-0)

License and Variance Board on 2021-02-10 10:00 AM - MASKS REQUIRED / TEMPERATURE WILL BE CHECKED

The Board will hold public hearings regarding property variance requests at 1335 Cliffwood Drive and 2424 Goodwood Boulevard. Additionally, the Board will consider a privilege license agent change request for Concord Market, LLC, doing business as Shop & Go.

• Public hearing: V21-006 to reduce rear setback at 1335 Cliffwood Drive (tabled to Feb 24)
• Public hearing: V21-009 to allow vertical construction at 2424 Goodwood Boulevard
• Privilege license agent change for Shop & Go at 2175 Old Concord Road, Suite 100

The License and Variance Board approved a privilege license agent change for a retail beer business and a variance for vertical construction on a non-conforming deck. One variance request regarding a rear setback was tabled.

• Approved privilege license agent change for Concord Market, LLC dba Shop & Go (3-0)
• Approved variance V21-009 for vertical construction on a deck at 2424 Goodwood Boulevard (3-0)
• Tabled variance V21-006 to reduce rear setback at 1335 Cliffwood Drive until February 24, 2021 (3-0)
• Approved January 27, 2021 meeting minutes (3-0)

City Council on 2021-02-01 7:00 PM - MASKS REQUIRED / TEMPERATURE WILL BE CHECKED

The Smyrna City Council will meet to decide on a rezoning request for 1.5 acres at 1298 Concord Road and vote on contracts for tree preservation services and bus shelter advertising. The meeting also includes a proclamation for Black History Month and routine approvals of prior meeting minutes.

• Rezoning request Z20-015 from NS to GC for corporate office use at 1298 Concord Road (1.5 acres)
• Contract CON2021-01 with His Hands Tree Preservation, LLC for arborist and landscape consulting services
• Contract CON2021-02 with Plainview Outdoor Advertising for 15-year revenue-sharing deal on bus shelter digital ads
• Proclamation recognizing Black History Month with performance by Tomaree Tarpley and Mikari Tarpley

The Smyrna City Council approved a zoning request (Z20-015) to rezone 1.5 acres at 1298 Concord Road from NS to GC for use as a corporate office for Shamrock Building Systems Inc. The council also approved a contract with His Hands Tree Preservation, LLC for arborist and landscape consulting services, and a 15-year revenue sharing contract with Plainview Outdoor Advertising for digital advertising on city bus shelters. The consent agenda, including minutes from three January meetings, was approved. All votes were 7-0.

• Approved rezoning Z20-015 from NS to GC for corporate office at 1298 Concord Road (7-0)
• Approved contract with His Hands Tree Preservation, LLC for arborist and landscape consulting services (7-0)
• Approved 15-year revenue sharing contract with Plainview Outdoor Advertising for digital bus shelter advertising (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including January 14 Committee of the Whole, January 19 Pre-Council, and January 19 Mayor and Council meeting minutes (7-0)

City Council on 2021-01-19 7:00 PM - Smyrna Community Center Large Gym / 200 Village Green Circle SE Parking and entrance to meeting on Powder Springs Street Side of Building MASKS REQUIRED / TEMPERATURE WILL BE CHECKED

The Smyrna City Council will hold public hearings and votes on several annexations and rezoning requests, including a final vote on a proposal to rezone 23.95 acres at 2320 Campbell Road for 144 residential units. The council will also consider a liquor license for Sparkles Smyrna, approve a $17,200 transit study participation, and accept a $464,167.78 road maintenance grant. Public comment is available in person or by phone with prior registration.

• Final vote on rezoning 2320 Campbell Road (23.95 acres) from NRC & OI to RM-10-PD for 144 residential units (Z19-019)
• Public hearing on rezoning 1298 Concord Road from NS to GC for corporate office (Z20-015)
• Annexations of 1953, 1960, and 2021 Watkins Road (ORD2020-18, ORD2020-19, ORD2020-20)
• Liquor retail pouring license for Sparkles of Smyrna at 666 Smyrna Hill Drive (LIC2020-24)
• Approval of $464,167.78 LMIG grant from GDOT with 30% match

The City Council approved a rezoning request for 144 residential units and a corresponding annexation for 23.95 acres at 2320 Campbell Road. The council also authorized funding for a transit study and accepted a GDOT maintenance grant. Several other annexation and rezoning requests were tabled.

• Approved annexation of 23.95 acres at 2320 Campbell Road (4-3)
• Approved rezoning of 2320 Campbell Road for 144 residential units (4-3)
• Approved $17,200 for Phase III Top End Transit Study (7-0)
• Approved $464,167.78 GDOT Local Maintenance and Improvement Grant (7-0)
• Approved liquor license for Sparkles of Smyrna at 666 Smyrna Hill Drive (7-0)
• Tabled indefinitely annexation requests for 1953, 1960, and 2021 Watkins Road (7-0)
• Tabled rezoning of 1298 Concord Road to February 1, 2021 (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including December 2020 meeting minutes (7-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission on 2021-01-11 6:00 PM - Smyrna Community Center Large Gym / 200 Village Green Circle SEParking and entrance to meeting on Powder Springs Street Side of BuildingMASKS REQUIRED / TEMPERATURE WILL BE CHECKED

The Smyrna Planning and Zoning Commission is holding a public meeting to consider zoning changes for a self-storage facility on Daniel Drive and a mixed-use project request on Spring Road. Attendees are required to wear masks and have their temperature checked upon entry at the Smyrna Community Center Large Gym.

• Public Hearing: Zoning Request Z21-001 to rezone 3.29 acres at 912 Daniel Drive from GC to OD-Conditional for a self-storage facility by GFAC Real Estate.
• Public Hearing: Zoning Request Z21-002 to rezone 8.7 acres at 2800 & 2810 Spring Rd from NS and OI to MU-Conditional for a mixed-use project by RASS Associates, LLC (noted to be tabled to the February 8, 2021 meeting).
• Approval of the December 14, 2020 Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting minutes.

The Planning and Zoning Commission voted 6-0 to deny a request to rezone 3.29 acres at 912 Daniel Drive from GC to OD-Conditional for a self-storage facility; staff had recommended denial because the land use change was not compatible with the surrounding area. A separate request to rezone 8.7 acres at 2800 and 2810 Spring Rd for a mixed-use project was tabled to the February 8, 2021 meeting by a 6-0 vote. The commission also approved the December 14, 2020 meeting minutes 7-0. Commissioner James Smith was absent for all votes.

• Denied rezoning from GC to OD-Conditional for a self-storage facility at 912 Daniel Drive (6-0)
• Tabled rezoning from NS and OI to MU-Conditional for a mixed-use project at 2800 & 2810 Spring Rd to Feb 8, 2021 (6-0)
• Approved the December 14, 2020 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting minutes (7-0)