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Smyrna public meetings in 2021

44 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Mon Dec 20, 2021 · 06:59 PM

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

Council to consider rezoning for 12 homes, sewer rate hike, Aunt Fanny's Cabin sale

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.

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A Max Bacon City Hall, 2800 King Street SE, Smyrna, GA 30080
Mon Dec 13, 2021 · 05:52 PM

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

Commission to hear five rezoning requests including multi-family housing and self-storage

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.

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Sun Dec 12, 2021 · 01:56 PM

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

Town hall on proposed brewery in Smyrna

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.

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A Max Bacon City Hall, 2800 King Street SE, Smyrna, GA 30080
Wed Dec 8, 2021 · 09:50 AM

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

Smyrna Board to review alcohol license changes and property variances

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.

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Wed Dec 8, 2021 · 08:50 AM

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

License and Variance Board to hear 10 public hearings on beer/wine licenses and zoning variances

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.

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Mon Dec 6, 2021 · 06:54 PM

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

Smyrna City Council to consider Windy Hill project change orders and IT backup purchase

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.

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A Max Bacon City Hall, 2800 King Street SE, Smyrna, GA 30080
Mon Nov 15, 2021 · 06:46 PM

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

City Council to vote on zoning change, downtown design, and vehicle purchases

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.

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A Max Bacon City Hall, 2800 King Street SE, Smyrna, GA 30080
Mon Nov 8, 2021 · 05:47 PM

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

Smyrna Planning and Zoning Commission to review zoning requests on Nov 8

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.

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Mon Nov 1, 2021 · 06:50 PM

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

City Council to vote on stormwater ordinance, street resurfacing, and police pay study

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.

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A Max Bacon City Hall, 2800 King Street SE, Smyrna, GA 30080
Wed Oct 27, 2021 · 09:54 AM

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

License and Variance Board to hear 10 public hearings on setback and buffer rule exceptions

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.

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Mon Oct 18, 2021 · 06:55 PM

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

Smyrna council to vote on downtown upgrades, pawn shop rules, and $1.1M in contracts

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.

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A Max Bacon City Hall, 2800 King Street SE, Smyrna, GA 30080
Wed Oct 13, 2021 · 09:48 AM

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

The Smyrna License and Variance Board will review multiple property variances.

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.

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Mon Oct 11, 2021 · 05:53 PM

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

Smyrna Planning and Zoning Commission to consider rezoning requests

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.

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Mon Oct 4, 2021 · 06:48 PM

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

Council to ratify termination of Donelson Construction resurfacing contract

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.

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A Max Bacon City Hall, 2800 King Street SE, Smyrna, GA 30080
Wed Sep 22, 2021 · 09:58 AM

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

License and Variance Board tables five public hearings on zoning requests

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.

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Mon Sep 20, 2021 · 06:51 PM

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

Council to vote on $1.53M police/fire radio purchase and two rezoning cases

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.

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A Max Bacon City Hall, 2800 King Street SE, Smyrna, GA 30080
Mon Sep 13, 2021 · 05:40 PM

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

Planning commission tables two rezoning requests and reviews updated zoning and land-use maps

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.

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Wed Sep 8, 2021 · 09:03 AM

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

Smyrna board to hear liquor license change and multiple variance requests

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.

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Wed Aug 25, 2021 · 10:02 AM

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

License and Variance Board to hear five public hearings on zoning adjustments

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.

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Mon Aug 16, 2021 · 07:00 PM

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

Council to vote on extending townhome moratorium and adopting hazard plan

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.

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A Max Bacon City Hall, 2800 King Street SE, Smyrna, GA 30080
Wed Aug 11, 2021 · 09:51 AM

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

License and Variance Board to hear 8 public hearings on zoning rules and parking

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.

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Mon Aug 9, 2021 · 05:25 PM

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

Smyrna P&Z to hear rezoning requests for townhomes, single-family homes

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.

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Mon Aug 2, 2021 · 06:43 PM

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

Smyrna council to vote on 2021 millage rate and debt policy updates

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.

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A Max Bacon City Hall, 2800 King Street SE, Smyrna, GA 30080
Wed Jul 28, 2021 · 09:48 AM

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

Smyrna License and Variance Board to consider alcohol licenses and property variances

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.

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Mon Jul 19, 2021 · 06:58 PM

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

Smyrna Council to vote on Spring Rd mixed-use annexation, rezoning

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.

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A Max Bacon City Hall, 2800 King Street SE, Smyrna, GA 30080
Wed Jul 14, 2021 · 09:51 AM

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

Smyrna board to hear 13 public hearings on fence, sign, and setback variances

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.

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Tue Jul 6, 2021 · 06:58 PM

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

City Council to vote on zoning variance process change and janitorial contract

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.

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A Max Bacon City Hall, 2800 King Street SE, Smyrna, GA 30080
Mon Jun 21, 2021 · 07:00 PM

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Smyrna City Council to vote on downtown redesign and budget amendments

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.

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A Max Bacon City Hall, 2800 King Street SE, Smyrna, GA 30080
Mon Jun 21, 2021 · 07:00 PM

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

Council to vote on downtown redesign, $323K computer system, fireworks rules

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.

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A Max Bacon City Hall, 2800 King Street SE, Smyrna, GA 30080
Mon Jun 14, 2021 · 05:56 PM

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

Smyrna Planning and Zoning Commission to review zoning and variance requests

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.

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Mon May 17, 2021 · 06:57 PM

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

Smyrna City Council to hold public hearings on budget and zoning requests

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.

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A Max Bacon City Hall, 2800 King Street SE, Smyrna, GA 30080
Mon May 10, 2021 · 05:49 PM

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

Public hearing on rezoning 8.7‑acre mixed‑use project at 2800‑2810 Spring Rd.

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.

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Mon May 3, 2021 · 06:51 PM

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

Council to approve $29M bond for 2022 SPLOST road projects

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.

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A Max Bacon City Hall, 2800 King Street SE, Smyrna, GA 30080
Mon Apr 19, 2021 · 06:58 PM

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

Council to appoint permanent police chief and environmental services director

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.

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A Max Bacon City Hall, 2800 King Street SE, Smyrna, GA 30080
Mon Mar 15, 2021 · 06:31 PM

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

Council to vote on annexations, rezoning, and townhome moratorium

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.

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A Max Bacon City Hall, 2800 King Street SE, Smyrna, GA 30080
Wed Mar 10, 2021 · 09:54 AM

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

Smyrna board hears 10 variance requests and a liquor license agent change

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.

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Mon Mar 8, 2021 · 05:39 PM

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

Smyrna Planning and Zoning Commission to review home occupation ordinance

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.

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Mon Mar 1, 2021 · 06:32 PM

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

Smyrna City Council to vote on zoning change, park dedication, and vehicle purchase

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.

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A Max Bacon City Hall, 2800 King Street SE, Smyrna, GA 30080
Wed Feb 24, 2021 · 09:57 AM

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

Smyrna board to hear four variance requests, including setback reductions

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.

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Mon Feb 15, 2021 · 06:27 PM

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

City Council to vote on four land annexations and zoning changes

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.

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A Max Bacon City Hall, 2800 King Street SE, Smyrna, GA 30080
Wed Feb 10, 2021 · 09:34 AM

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

The Smyrna License and Variance Board will review property variances and licenses.

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.

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Mon Feb 1, 2021 · 06:33 PM

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

City Council to vote on rezoning 1.5 acres for corporate office and approve tree services contract

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.

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A Max Bacon City Hall, 2800 King Street SE, Smyrna, GA 30080
Tue Jan 19, 2021 · 06:44 PM

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

Council to vote on 144-unit rezoning at 2320 Campbell Road

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.

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A Max Bacon City Hall, 2800 King Street SE, Smyrna, GA 30080
Mon Jan 11, 2021 · 05:42 PM

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

Smyrna Planning and Zoning Commission to review rezoning requests

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.

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