Smyrna public meetings in 2022

City Council on 2022-12-19 7:00 PM

The City Council will hold public hearings on two land use requests and vote on several citywide purchases and administrative updates. Decisions include the adoption of a new employee compensation plan and the setting of 2023 election qualifying fees.

• Rezoning request for 2934 Atlanta Road to allow 24 residential lofts and 9,450 sq. ft. of office/commercial area
• Purchase of two mobile LED trailers from Insane Impact for $300,000.00
• Purchase of a fleet services truck and water/sewer service truck from Wade Ford not to exceed $173,000.00
• Authorization of $110,000.00 for repairs and maintenance to the Cooper Lake Bridge
• Setting of 2023 City General Election qualifying fees at $756 for Mayor and $567 for Council

The Smyrna City Council approved a rezoning from GC to MU for 24 residential lofts and 9,450 sq. ft. of office/commercial space at 2934, 0, and 2950 Atlanta Road, with Councilmember Wilkinson recusing. The council also approved a special land use permit for a modular classroom at 3130 Atlanta Road, and several purchases and contracts, including a new ERP system, LED trailers, and a compensation plan.

• Approved rezoning Z22-014 for 24 lofts and 9,450 sq ft commercial at Atlanta Road (6-0, 1 recusal)
• Approved special land use permit Z22-013 for modular classroom at 3130 Atlanta Road (7-0)
• Approved purchase of Tyler Hosted Enterprise ERP to replace Munis system (7-0)
• Approved $300,000 purchase of two mobile LED trailers from Insane Impact (7-0)
• Adopted City of Smyrna Classification and Compensation Plan (7-0)
• Set 2023 election qualifying fees: $756 for Mayor, $567 for Council (7-0)
• Approved $173,000 purchase of two service trucks from Wade Ford (7-0)
• Approved $110,000 for Cooper Lake Bridge repairs (7-0)

City Council on 2022-12-19 7:00 PM

The Smyrna City Council will hold public hearings on two zoning requests, including a rezoning to allow 24 residential lofts and commercial space on Atlanta Road, and a special land use permit for a modular classroom. The council will also vote on several contracts, including a new enterprise resource planning system, LED trailers, and bridge repairs, plus adopt a compensation plan and set election qualifying fees.

• Rezoning Z22-014: 2934, 0, and 2950 Atlanta Road from GC to MU for 24 lofts and 9,450 sq ft office/commercial (Tanalta LLC & Jamac Corp)
• Special land use permit Z22-013: modular classroom at 3130 Atlanta Road (David Stallings)
• Purchase Tyler Hosted Enterprise ERP to replace Munis system (CON2022-14)
• Purchase two mobile LED trailers from Insane Impact for $300,000 (2022-608)
• Adopt UGA Classification and Compensation Plan (2022-628); set 2023 election qualifying fees: $756 Mayor, $567 Council (2022-629)

License and Variance Board on 2022-12-14 10:00 AM

The License and Variance Board will consider a privilege license agent change for a restaurant and several requests for zoning variances. These requests include changes to impervious surface limits, fence placements, and property setbacks.

• Agent change request for Beer, Wine, & Liquor license at 2995 Atlanta Road SE (Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar)
• Variance request for a boarding facility within 200 feet of residential property at 1717 Spring Street
• Variance request for a 6-foot wooden privacy fence at 871 Concord Road
• Variance request for a rear setback reduction from 30 feet to 28.6 feet at 2101 Jarrod Place
• Variance request for increased impervious coverage to 46.3% at 3967 Manson Avenue

The License and Variance Board approved several requests for residential fence and setback variances and one liquor license agent change. Four variance requests were tabled until January 11, 2023.

• Approved liquor license agent change for Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar (3-0)
• Approved 6-foot wooden privacy fence at 871 Concord Road (3-0)
• Approved rear setback reduction to 28.6 feet at 2101 Jarrod Place (3-0)
• Approved impervious coverage increase to 46.3% at 3967 Manson Avenue (3-0)
• Approved 6-foot wooden privacy fence at 3967 Manson Avenue (3-0)
• Approved additional accessory structure at 1424 Katherine Rose Lane (3-0)
• Approved 6-foot wooden privacy fence at 1424 Katherine Rose Lane (3-0)
• Tabled variance requests for 3341 Pretty Branch Dr, 2306 Kissing Tree Ln, 703 Austin Dr, and 1717 Spring St (3-0)

City Council on 2022-12-05 7:00 PM

The Smyrna City Council will decide on a $500,000 budget increase for the Village Green park project, a $47,500 contract with Dynamix Consulting Group for a community risk assessment, and three resolutions to impose a $1.50 monthly 911 charge on postpaid and prepaid phone services. The council will also hear a public hearing appeal for a variance at 1921 Sadler Drive and consider rezoning 3410 Atlanta Road from R-15 to NS for an 8,000 sq. ft. retail business.

• $500,000 budget increase for Village Green park project funded by reserves
• $47,500 contract with Dynamix Consulting Group for Community Risk Assessment
• Three resolutions to impose a $1.50 monthly 911 charge on postpaid and prepaid phone services
• Public hearing appeal for variance at 1921 Sadler Drive to allow encroachment into 75-foot impervious surface setback
• Rezoning request Z22-011 for 3410 Atlanta Road from R-15 to NS (tabled to January 17, 2023)

The Smyrna City Council approved several items, including FY2023 staff merit increases and COLA, a $1.50 monthly 911 charge on postpaid and prepaid phone services, and a $500,000 budget increase for the Village Green park funded by reserves. A rezoning request for 3410 Atlanta Road was tabled to January 17, 2023. A variance appeal for 1921 Sadler Drive was denied.

• Approved FY2023 staff merit increases, COLA, pay band adjustments, and public safety supplement (6-0)
• Approved RES2023-02 imposing $1.50/month 911 charge on postpaid wireline, wireless, and VoIP (6-0)
• Approved RES2023-03 imposing $1.50/transaction 911 charge on prepaid wireless (6-0)
• Approved RES2023-04 reaffirming $1.50 911 charge necessity (6-0)
• Approved $500,000 budget increase for Village Green park from reserves (4-2)
• Denied variance appeal for encroachment at 1921 Sadler Drive (6-0)
• Tabled rezoning Z22-011 for 3410 Atlanta Road to January 17, 2023 (6-0)
• Approved $47,500 contract with Dynamix Consulting for Community Risk Assessment (6-0)

City Council on 2022-11-21 7:00 PM

The Smyrna City Council will vote on awarding two construction contracts, approve the 2023 holiday calendar, and consider several board appointments and street closures. The agenda includes a public hearing for land issues/zonings/annexations, but no specific items are listed. Most other items are routine approvals.

• Award RFQ 23-002 for storm drainage installation, repair, and maintenance to Ardito Construction Company, Inc. (lowest bidder)
• Award RFP 23-008 for annual concrete work contract to five contractors
• Approve 2023 City holiday calendar
• Amend contract with Rebuilding Together Atlanta, Inc. for CDBG Home Repair Grant, extending to March 31, 2023
• Close streets for Home for the Holidays event on Nov. 29, 2022

The City Council awarded a storm drainage systems contract to Ardito Construction Company, Inc. and approved an annual concrete work contract for five contractors. The council also extended a CDBG Home Repair Grant administration contract and approved the 2023 holiday calendar.

• Awarded storm drainage installation, repair, and maintenance contract to Ardito Construction Company, Inc. (7-0)
• Awarded annual concrete work contract to five proposing contractors (7-0)
• Approved 2023 City Holiday calendar (7-0)
• Extended Rebuilding Together Atlanta, Inc. CDBG Home Repair Grant contract to March 31, 2023 (7-0)
• Reappointed George Davis to the Civil Service Board for a 2-year term (6-1)
• Approved street closures for 'Home for the Holidays' on Nov. 29, 2022 (6-1)
• Reappointed members to the Downtown Development Authority and Urban Design Commission (6-1)
• Appointed Heather Bacon to the DDA and UDC through Dec. 31, 2022 (6-1)

Planning and Zoning Commission on 2022-11-14 6:00 PM

The Smyrna Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two rezoning requests and two special land use permits, with the permits tabled to December. The main item is a request to rezone 1.09 acres at 2934 Atlanta Road from GC to MU for 24 multi-family units and 9,450 sq. ft. of office/commercial space. The board will also consider a rezoning from R-15 to NS for an 8,000 sq. ft. retail business at 3410 Atlanta Road, and approve 2023 meeting dates and October minutes.

• Rezoning Z22-014: GC to MU for 24 multi-family units and 9,450 sq. ft. office/commercial at 2934, 0, and 2950 Atlanta Road (Tanalta LLC & Jamac Corp.)
• Rezoning Z22-011: R-15 to NS for 8,000 sq. ft. retail at 3410 Atlanta Road (Grow Smyrna)
• Special Land Use Permit Z22-013: modular classroom at 3130 Atlanta Road (tabled to Dec 12)
• Special Land Use Permit Z22-012: modular office at 1845 Freeman Pkwy (tabled to Dec 12)
• Approval of 2023 Planning and Zoning Board meeting dates

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a rezoning from R-15 to NS for an 8,000 sq. ft. retail business at 3410 Atlanta Road (6-1), and approved a rezoning from GC to MU for 24 multi-family units and 9,450 sq. ft. of office/commercial space at 2934, 0, and 2950 Atlanta Road (4-3). Two special land use permits for modular structures were tabled to the December 12, 2022 meeting. The commission also approved the 2023 meeting dates and the October 10, 2022 minutes.

• Approved rezoning from R-15 to NS for 8,000 sq. ft. retail at 3410 Atlanta Road (6-1)
• Approved rezoning from GC to MU for 24 multi-family units and 9,450 sq. ft. office/commercial at 2934, 0, and 2950 Atlanta Road (4-3)
• Tabled special land use permit for modular classroom at 3130 Atlanta Road to Dec 12, 2022
• Tabled special land use permit for modular office at 1845 Freeman Pkwy to Dec 12, 2022
• Approved 2023 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting dates (7-0)
• Approved October 10, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0, 1 abstention)

City Council on 2022-11-07 7:00 PM

The City Council is deciding on the 2023 employee benefits insurance plans and a budget amendment for public works. The body is also reviewing several grant acceptances for police training and equipment.

• Proposal for $34,500 to Pond and Company for design and construction services for the Ward 7 Riverline Park Splash Pad at 6043 Oakdale Rd
• Budget amendment to increase Buildings and Grounds Technical Services by $150,000
• Approval of 2023 employee benefits insurance plans and providers
• Acceptance of a $37,800 State of Georgia grant for a new firearms simulator
• Contract for $16,400 to CPL Architecture for survey and design services at 3260 Concord Circle

The Smyrna City Council approved the 2023 employee benefits insurance plans, a $34,500 contract for the Ward 7 Riverline Park Splash Pad design, the 2023 meeting dates, and a $150,000 budget amendment. The council also tabled the Comprehensive Plan Update submission to the next meeting and approved the consent agenda, which included grants and a survey contract.

• Approved 2023 employee benefits insurance plans (6-0)
• Approved $34,500 splash pad design contract with Pond and Company (6-0)
• Approved 2023 Mayor and Council meeting dates (6-0)
• Approved $150,000 budget amendment for Buildings and Grounds Technical Services (6-0)
• Tabled Comprehensive Plan Update submission to Nov 21 meeting (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, grants, and survey contract (6-0)

City Council on 2022-10-17 7:00 PM

The Smyrna City Council is meeting to consider multiple land rezoning requests, subdivision plats, and zoning public hearings including a 107-room hotel proposal at 2855 Spring Hill Pkwy and 2685 Spring Rd. The agenda also features formal business items regarding downtown green space redevelopment furnishings, the final FY 2022 budget amendment, a preferred parking deck concept design, and various contracts and consent agenda items.

• Public Hearing for Zoning Request Z22-005 to rezone 3.115 acres at 2855 Spring Hill Pkwy & 2685 Spring Rd for a 107-room hotel and rebranding of a 135-room hotel (tabled indefinitely)
• Public Hearing for Zoning Request Z22-009 to rezone 0.05 acres at 1487 Spring Wood Drive from RD to R-15
• Public Hearing for Zoning Request Z22-010 to rezone 0.49 acres at 1577 Roswell Street for two single-family homes
• Plat approval for a two-lot subdivision at 912 Daniell Drive
• Approval of the 2023 City's Wellness Program renewal with Corporate Health Partners in the amount of $125,000.00

The Smyrna City Council approved the FY 2022 final budget amendment, several rezoning requests, a plat approval, site furnishings for the downtown green space project, a parking deck concept design, and authorized termination of a construction contract. A zoning request for a hotel was tabled indefinitely. All votes were 7-0.

• Approved FY 2022 final budget amendment (7-0)
• Approved rezoning from RD to R-15 at 1487 Spring Wood Drive (7-0)
• Approved rezoning from FC to R-10 for two single-family homes at 1577 Roswell Street (7-0)
• Approved two-lot subdivision plat at 912 Daniell Drive (7-0)
• Approved site furnishings and shade structures for downtown green space (7-0)
• Approved Preferred Parking Deck 1 Concept Design and authorized Mayor to sign documents (7-0)
• Authorized termination of contract with Integrated Construction Nobility, Inc. (7-0)
• Tabled indefinitely hotel rezoning at 2855 Spring Hill Pkwy & 2685 Spring Rd (7-0)

City Council on 10-03-2022 7:00PM

The Smyrna City Council will decide on several key items including a $533,017.97 purchase of police vehicles, a $179,900 concrete crusher acquisition, and a $105,000 budget amendment for emergency contract labor. The meeting also includes public hearings on zoning appeals and a name change for an apartment complex.

• Public hearing on variance appeal for 1921 Sadler Drive (Lot 696) to allow encroachment into 75-foot impervious surface setback
• Approval of $533,017.97 purchase of 7 police vehicles and 4 administrative vehicles for the Police Department
• Authorization to amend FY2023 budget by increasing contract labor expense by $105,000 for Engineering department
• Approval of $179,900 purchase of Seba 70-40 Concrete Crusher from Grinder Crusher Screen (1772 Corn Road, Smyrna)
• Authorization for apartment complex name change from Midwood Belmont Apartments to 1000 Belmont (1000 Belmont Park Drive SE)

City Council on 2022-09-19 7:00 PM

The Smyrna City Council is meeting to consider a wide range of municipal items, including zoning requests, public hearings on townhome standards, and a charter amendment for redistricting. The council will also review multiple infrastructure contracts, such as street resurfacing bids, stormwater drainage change orders, and emergency sewer repairs.

• Awarded RFQ 23-003 city-wide resurfacing project bid to Magnum Paving LLC in the amount of $1,328,883.10 for fourteen city streets
• Change Order #1000 for $56,285.90 to Ardito Construction for drainage work at 3307 and 3309 Fieldwood Drive
• Emergency sewer lining of Concord Road, Manson Avenue, Fawn Lane, Highview Drive, and Rosedale by Utility Asset Management, Inc. for $104,705.00
• Public hearing for zoning request Z22-005 to allow a 107-room hotel and rebrand a 135-room hotel at 2855 Spring Hill Pkwy and 2685 Spring Rd (requested to table)
• Ordinance ORD2022-18 for the annexation of 80.31 acres across eight parcels known as Pebblebrook Road

City Council awarded a resurfacing contract for 14 city streets to Magnum Paving LLC. The council also approved a redistricting plan, an 80-acre annexation, and various infrastructure repairs. A zoning request for a hotel development was tabled until October 17, 2022.

• Awarded $1.3M citywide resurfacing project for 14 streets to Magnum Paving LLC (5-0)
• Approved first reading of charter amendment for 2020 census redistricting plan (5-0)
• Approved annexation of 80.31 acres on Pebblebrook Road (5-0)
• Approved $104,705 for emergency sewer lining (4-0)
• Approved $56,285.90 change order for drainage work at 3307 and 3309 Fieldwood Drive (5-0)
• Approved rezoning of 2625 Highland Avenue from R-15 to R-10 (5-0)
• Approved plat for three lot subdivision at 825 Austin Drive (5-0)
• Tabled zoning request for hotel development at 2855 Spring Hill Pkwy & 2685 Spring Rd (5-0)

City Council on 09-19-2022 7:00PM

The Smyrna City Council will decide on multiple zoning changes, an annexation request, and a $1.4M street resurfacing contract. They will also discuss townhome design standards and approve a change order for stormwater drainage work. Several proclamations and road closures for an upcoming festival are on the agenda.

• Zoning request Z22-005 for 107-room hotel rezoning at 2855 Spring Hill Pkwy & 2685 Spring Rd (tabled to Oct 17)
• Annexation of 80.31 acres along Pebblebrook Rd (ORD2022-18)
• First approval of redistricting plan per 2020 census (ORD2022-19)
• Change order for $56,285.90 stormwater drainage work at 3307 & 3309 Fieldwood Dr
• Approval of $1,328,883.10 paving contract for 14 city streets including Vineyard Way and Bordeau Walk

Planning and Zoning Commission on 2022-09-12 6:00 PM

The Smyrna Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two rezoning requests, consider two plat approvals for subdivisions, and review proposed code amendments to townhome design standards. The commission will also vote on approving the minutes from its August 8, 2022 meeting.

• Rezoning from RD to R-15 at 1487 Spring Wood Drive (0.05 acres)
• Rezoning from FC to R-10 for two single-family homes at 1577 Roswell Street (0.49 acres)
• Plat approval for a three-lot subdivision at 825 Austin Drive (1.87 acres)
• Plat approval for a two-lot subdivision at 912 Daniell Drive (3.3 acres)
• Public hearing on ORD2022-21 amending townhome design standards, effective Oct 1, 2022

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved two rezoning requests, two plat approvals, and a code amendment for townhome design standards. One plat approval was tabled to the October meeting. The minutes were approved with two abstentions.

• Approved rezoning from RD to R-15 at 1487 Spring Wood Drive (6-1)
• Approved rezoning from FC to R-10 for two single-family homes at 1577 Roswell Street (7-0)
• Approved three-lot subdivision plat at 825 Austin Drive (7-0)
• Tabled two-lot subdivision plat at 912 Daniell Drive to October 10, 2022 (7-0)
• Approved townhome design standards code amendment effective October 1, 2022 (7-0)
• Approved August 8, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0, 2 abstentions)

City Council on 2022-08-25 1:00 PM

The City Council is meeting to conduct general business. The agenda contains placeholder text and does not list specific items for decision or discussion.

• Installment of Bike Racks (listed as Test 4)

License and Variance Board on 2022-08-24 10:00 AM

The board will hold public hearings to decide on variance requests regarding setbacks and impervious surface areas for three residential properties. One previously scheduled variance request has been withdrawn.

• V22-054: Request to increase impervious surface area from 35% to 45% at 338 Autumn Lane
• V22-056: Request to reduce side setback from 10 feet to 7.3 feet for a shed at 3071 Nichols Street
• V22-055: Request to allow encroachment into the 75-foot impervious surface area setback at 1921 Sadler Drive
• V22-016: Variance request for 1191 Bank Street withdrawn by applicant

The License and Variance Board approved requests to increase impervious surface area at 338 Autumn Lane and reduce a shed setback at 3071 Nichols Street. A request for impervious surface area setback encroachment at 1921 Sadler Drive was denied. One request for 1191 Bank Street was withdrawn.

• Approved impervious surface area increase from 35% to 45% at 338 Autumn Lane (3-0)
• Approved side setback reduction from 10 feet to 7.3 feet for a shed at 3071 Nichols Street (3-0)
• Denied encroachment into 75-foot impervious surface area setback at 1921 Sadler Drive (3-0)
• Withdrew streetside setback reduction request for 1191 Bank Street (3-0)
• Approved August 10, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)

City Council on 2022-08-15 7:00 PM

The Smyrna City Council is holding public hearings and votes on several land-use items, including a hotel rezoning that will be tabled, three subdivision annexations, and a townhome moratorium extension. The council will also vote on contracts for SPLOST program management and downtown improvements, plus a redistricting resolution.

• Rezoning for 107-room hotel and rebranding of 135-room hotel at 2855 Spring Hill Pkwy & 2685 Spring Rd (tabled to Sept 19)
• Annexations of Heritage Mill, Vining Brooke, and Buckland Oaks subdivisions effective Sept 1, 2022
• Croy Engineering contracts: $420,000 for 2022 SPLOST and $108,000 for 2016 SPLOST program management
• Guaranteed Maximum Price contract with Winter Construction for Downtown Improvements - Green Space
• Resolution adopting redistricting criteria for City Council wards following 2020 Census

The City Council appointed Brian Marcos as Fire Chief and approved two professional service agreements with Croy Engineering for SPLOST program management. The council also approved three neighborhood annexations and adopted redistricting criteria following the 2020 Census.

• Appointed Brian Marcos as Fire Chief (7-0)
• Approved $420,000 agreement with Croy Engineering for 2022 SPLOST management (7-0)
• Approved $108,000 agreement with Croy Engineering for 2016 SPLOST management (7-0)
• Approved Guaranteed Maximum Pricing contract with Winter Construction Company for Downtown Green Space (6-1)
• Approved redistricting criteria for City Council Wards following 2020 Census (7-0)
• Approved annexations for Heritage Mill, Vinings Brooke, and Buckland Oaks subdivisions (7-0 each)
• Approved townhome rezoning and variance moratorium extension from Sept 15 to Sept 19, 2022 (7-0)
• Tabled zoning request Z22-005 for hotel development at 2855 Spring Hill Pkwy & 2685 Spring Rd to Sept 19, 2022 (7-0)

Town Hall Meeting on 2022-08-03 6:00 PM - PROPOSED REDISTRICTING

The City of Smyrna is holding a town hall meeting to present and discuss the 2022 redistricting process, which is required due to the recent Census. The meeting includes a public hearing where residents can speak for up to five minutes. No votes are scheduled; the agenda is primarily informational and for public input.

• Presentation and discussion on Redistricting 2022 (agenda item 2022-392)
• Public hearing with 5-minute speaking limit
• Meeting held at A. Max Bacon City Hall, 2800 King Street

City Council on 2022-08-01 10:00 AM - SPECIAL CALLED COUNCIL MEETING - MILLAGE RATE PUBLIC HEARING

The Smyrna City Council will hold a special called meeting to conduct a public hearing on the proposed 2022 millage rate. No vote will be taken on this item during the hearing. Citizens may provide input with a three-minute speaking limit.

• Public hearing for 2022 millage rate (Issue Sheet 2022-349)
• Rollback calculation and tax advertisement documents provided

The Smyrna City Council held a special called meeting solely for a public hearing on the 2022 millage rate. No vote was taken on the millage rate during this meeting. The meeting was called to order at 10:00 AM and adjourned at 10:11 AM.

• Held public hearing for 2022 millage rate (no vote taken)

City Council on 2022-08-01 6:45 PM

The Smyrna City Council is meeting to hold a public hearing and vote on the 2022 millage rate, and to consider several contracts and personnel actions, including hiring a new Public Works Director and approving contracts for sanitation recruitment, engineering services, and red-light cameras. The agenda also includes land issues, consent agenda items, and citizen input.

• Public hearing and adoption of 2022 millage rate
• Offer Eric Randall position of Public Works Director effective August 1, 2022
• Contract with Labor Finders for sanitation recruitment at $22.05 per hour per laborer
• Contract with Croy Engineering LLC for general services
• Contract with Verra Mobility for red-light cameras at $3,995 per month per camera

The Smyrna City Council approved the 2022 millage rate, authorized the promotion of Eric Randall to Public Works Director, and entered into several contracts including for sanitation recruitment, engineering services, and red-light cameras. All items passed with 5-0 votes except the millage rate, which passed 4-1 with Councilmember Wilkinson voting no. Two members were absent.

• Adopted 2022 millage rate (4-1, Wilkinson nay)
• Approved Eric Randall as Public Works Director (5-0)
• Approved contract with Labor Finders for sanitation recruitment at $22.05/hr (5-0)
• Approved general services contract with Croy Engineering (5-0)
• Approved red-light camera contract with Verra Mobility at $3,995/month/camera (5-0)
• Approved abandonment of Corn Road right-of-way to Arlowe TH, LLC (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, personnel policy update, and CDBG amendments (5-0)

City Council on 2022-07-18 7:00 PM

The Smyrna City Council will review and vote on several key items including a $718,243 fire engine purchase, waterline replacement projects totaling $1.4 million, and a $3.4 million adjustment to SPLOST project budgets. The meeting also includes public hearings on zoning and annexation requests, a privilege license application, and a millage rate hearing with no vote scheduled.

• $718,243 fire engine purchase from Ten-8 Fire and Safety for Vehicle Replacement Fund
• $742,200 Creatwood Trail waterline replacement project awarded to Ardito Construction
• $677,525 Highlands Drive waterline replacement project awarded to Ardito Construction
• $3.4 million SPLOST budget adjustment: $1.7M increase for Downtown/South Cobb projects, $1.7M decrease for Cobb Parkway Pedestrian Bridge
• Zoning request Z22-005 for 107-room hotel rebranding at 2855 Spring Hill Pkwy & 2685 Spring Rd (tabled to August 15)

The Smyrna City Council approved several major expenditures, including a $718,243 fire engine, two waterline replacement projects totaling over $1.4 million, and a $14,000 feasibility study for a nature center. They also approved two annexations, a liquor license, and a pay adjustment, and shifted $3.4 million in SPLOST funds from a pedestrian bridge to other projects. A zoning request for a hotel was tabled to August 15, 2022.

• Approved $718,243 Pierce Velocity Fire Engine purchase (7-0)
• Awarded $742,200 Creatwood Trail waterline replacement to Ardito Construction (7-0)
• Awarded $677,525 Highlands Drive waterline replacement to Ardito Construction (7-0)
• Approved $14,000 feasibility study for nature center on Oakdale Road (7-0)
• Approved annexation of Heritage Mill Subdivision, effective Aug 1, 2022 (7-0)
• Approved annexation of Vinings Brooke Subdivision, effective Aug 1, 2022 (7-0)
• Approved liquor license for Good Kitchen at 300 Village Green Circle (7-0)
• Tabled hotel rezoning at 2855 Spring Hill Pkwy to Aug 15, 2022 (7-0)

City Council on 2022-06-20 7:00 PM

The Smyrna City Council will consider several items, including a proclamation for Juneteenth, approval of new fire department breathing apparatus, a board appointment, and a revised holiday calendar. It will also vote on consent agenda items such as meeting minutes, a street closure amendment, and an emergency repair expenditure.

• Approval of $177,276 for replacement SCBA gear from Municipal Emergency Services via NPPGov contract
• Appointment of Penny Moceri as License and Variance Board chairperson effective July 1, 2022
• Revised 2022 holiday calendar adding Juneteenth and Veteran's Day as paid holidays
• Amendment to street closure for Smyrna is Fabulous event on June 25, 2022, start time changed to 9:00 am
• Retroactive authorization of $29,814 emergency repair for jail walk-in cooler and freezer

The Smyrna City Council approved the purchase of new self-contained breathing apparatus for the Fire Department, a revised holiday calendar adding Juneteenth and Veteran's Day, a Georgia Power work order for energy upgrades, and several other items. All votes were 4-0 with two members absent. The council also approved the consent agenda, including retroactive authorization for jail cooler repairs.

• Approved $177,276 for new fire SCBA gear (4-0)
• Approved revised 2022 holiday calendar adding Juneteenth and Veteran's Day (4-0)
• Approved $716,976 Georgia Power work order for lighting and HVAC controls (4-0)
• Approved appointment of Penny Moceri as License and Variance Board chair (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including street closure for Smyrna is Fabulous event and $29,814 jail cooler/freezer repair (4-0)

City Council on 2022-06-06 7:00 PM

The Smyrna City Council will decide on zoning amendments for accessory structures and heavy industrial districts, adopt the FY2023 budget, and approve intergovernmental agreements to house inmates from Acworth and Kennesaw at $45 per inmate per day. The council will also hear public hearings on these zoning issues and consider proclamations recognizing local volunteers and LGBTQ Pride Month.

• ORD2022-05: Zoning amendment for accessory structures (effective July 1, 2022)
• ORD2022-13: Heavy industrial zoning district establishment
• 2022-285: Adoption of FY2023 budget
• AGR2022-19 & AGR2022-21: Jail contracts with Acworth and Kennesaw at $45 per inmate per day
• 2022-145: Tabled hotel rezoning request (107-room hotel, 2855 Spring Hill Pkwy & 2685 Spring Rd)

The Smyrna City Council adopted the Fiscal Year 2023 Budget and approved a budget amendment for items not included in the FY2022 budget. The council also approved two zoning ordinance amendments: one regarding accessory structures (effective July 1, 2022) and another establishing a Heavy Industrial Zoning District. A hotel rezoning request was tabled to the July 18 meeting at the applicant's request.

• Adopted FY2023 Budget (6-0)
• Approved budget amendment for items not in FY2022 budget (6-0)
• Approved zoning amendment for accessory structures, effective July 1, 2022 (6-0)
• Approved zoning amendment establishing Heavy Industrial Zoning District (6-0)
• Tabled hotel rezoning request (Z22-005) to July 18, 2022 (6-0)
• Approved intergovernmental agreements with Acworth and Kennesaw for inmate housing at $45/day (6-0 each)
• Repealed bonding requirements for general contractors (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Comcast fiber upgrade and market road closures (6-0)

City Council on 2022-05-16 7:00 PM

The Smyrna City Council meets to discuss land use ordinances, zoning requests, and the proposed Fiscal Year 2023 budget. The agenda includes public hearings for a short-term rental ordinance, multiple zonings, and several infrastructure and service contracts.

• Public Hearing on Ordinance ORD2022-01 for short-term rental regulations
• Public Hearing for the Fiscal Year 2023 Proposed Budget
• Agreement with Tetra Tech for EPA-mandated water monitoring totaling $12,640.00
• Agreement with Public Facilities and Services to refurbish nine bus shelters totaling $27,900
• Pond rehabilitation contract on Cliff Crest Drive with Ardito Construction totaling $67,060.27

The Smyrna City Council adopted the Short-term Rental Ordinance, approved a rezoning for a two-lot subdivision, denied a rezoning for an antiques shop, and tabled a hotel rezoning request. The council also approved a FY 2023 budget hearing, a FY 2022 budget amendment, the 2021-2024 Strategic Plan, and a consent agenda with multiple contracts and authorizations.

• Adopted Short-term Rental Ordinance (5-0, Pickens absent)
• Approved rezoning from R-15 to R-10 for two-lot subdivision at 1195 Hill St (5-0)
• Denied rezoning from R-15 to CBD for antiques shop at 2986 King St (5-0)
• Tabled hotel rezoning request to June 6 meeting (5-0)
• Approved FY 2022 budget amendment for SPLOST projects (5-0)
• Approved 2021-2024 Strategic Plan (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda with contracts and stop sign installations (5-0)

City Council on 2022-05-02 7:00 PM

The Smyrna City Council is meeting to consider a budget amendment using $317,258 in General Fund reserves for previously adopted pay adjustments, and to act on change orders and project management for the Windy Hill Road project. The agenda also includes a public hearing on a rezoning request for two homes on Mathews Street, several proclamations, and a consent agenda with contracts for fireworks, internet service, and engineering studies.

• Public hearing on rezoning 2761 Mathews St from R-15 to RDA-Conditional for two single-family homes (McBev One LLC)
• Budget amendment of $317,258 from General Fund reserves for FY 2022 pay adjustments
• Change order request from Baldwin Paving for Windy Hill Road Project
• Authorization for Croy Engineering to manage Windy Hill Boulevard construction, not to exceed $422,920, funded by SPLOST 2016
• Consent agenda: $20,000 fireworks contract with Atlanta Pyrotechnics, AT&T internet agreement, and Croy Engineering survey/studies

The Smyrna City Council approved a zoning request for two homes at 2761 Mathews St, denied a change order for the Windy Hill Road Project, and authorized Croy Engineering to manage construction for the Windy Hill Boulevard Project. The council also approved a $317,258 budget amendment using General Fund reserves for pay adjustments, and passed a consent agenda including a fireworks contract and several engineering agreements.

• Approved rezoning at 2761 Mathews St from R-15 to RDA-Conditional for two single-family homes (6-0)
• Denied change order request from Baldwin Paving for Windy Hill Road Project (6-0)
• Approved $422,920 contract with Croy Engineering for Windy Hill Boulevard construction management (6-0)
• Approved $317,258 budget amendment for pay grade bands and adjustments (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $20,000 fireworks contract with Atlanta Pyrotechnics
• Approved AT&T dedicated internet service agreement
• Approved $13,650 survey services for Pat Mell Sidewalk Improvements
• Approved traffic engineering analyses for Atlanta Road and Spring Road intersections

License and Variance Board on 2022-04-27 10:00 AM

The License and Variance Board will consider a privilege license agent change and two variance requests for residential properties. One variance request for 1470 Memory Lane has been tabled until May 11, 2022.

• LIC2022-06: Privilege License Agent Change for Red Lobster at 2579 Cobb Parkway SE
• V22-029: Variance request for an additional accessory structure at 2970 Reed Street
• V22-031: Variance request to reduce side setback from 10 feet to 3.2 feet for a shed at 633 Green Acres Road
• V22-030: Tabled variance request for impervious surface increase at 1470 Memory Lane

The License and Variance Board approved three variance requests and one privilege license agent change, all by unanimous 3-0 votes. One variance request was tabled to May 25, 2022, at the applicant's request. The board also approved the minutes from the April 13, 2022 meeting.

• Approved variance V22-029 for additional accessory structure at 2970 Reed Street (3-0)
• Approved variance V22-031 to reduce side setback from 10 ft to 3.2 ft for shed at 633 Green Acres Road (3-0)
• Approved privilege license agent change LIC2022-06 for Red Lobster #392 at 2579 Cobb Parkway SE (3-0)
• Tabled variance V22-030 to increase impervious surface to 44.2% at 1470 Memory Lane to May 25, 2022 (3-0)
• Approved minutes of April 13, 2022 meeting (3-0)

City Council on 2022-04-18 7:00 PM

The City Council is deciding on a $1,316,133 pay adjustment for employees based on a compensation study. The body will also consider several zoning requests and contracts for city park improvements and infrastructure.

• Approval of $1,316,133 for new pay grade bands and pay adjustments
• Award of $1,200,000 for a Splashpad/Sprayground at Riverline Park
• Award of up to $1,000,000 for Design-Build Village Green Park
• Zoning requests for 3382 Ridgecrest Road, 2635 Hickory Hill Drive, and 2761 Mathews St
• Award of $138,000 to Ardito Construction Company for Dunn Street Drainage Improvements

The Smyrna City Council approved several major contracts and expenditures, including a $1.2 million splashpad/sprayground for Riverline Park, a $1 million design-build contract for Village Green Park, and $1.3 million in employee pay adjustments. The council also approved zoning changes for two single-family homes, a new McDonald's building permit, and a $138,000 drainage improvement contract. Two ordinances regarding drive-in theater screening and electronic wall signs were removed from the agenda.

• Approved $1.2M splashpad/sprayground for Riverline Park (6-0)
• Approved $1M design-build Village Green Park to Winter Construction (4-2)
• Approved $1,316,133 in pay grade bands and adjustments (6-0)
• Approved rezoning at 3382 Ridgecrest Road from GC to R-15 (6-0)
• Approved rezoning at 2635 Hickory Hill Drive from LC to R-15 (6-0)
• Tabled rezoning at 2761 Mathews St to May 2 meeting (6-0)
• Approved $138,000 Dunn Street drainage improvements to Ardito Construction (6-0)
• Approved new McDonald's building permit at 5150 South Cobb Drive (6-0)

License and Variance Board on 2022-04-13 10:00 AM

The License and Variance Board will consider agent changes for three alcohol privilege licenses. The board will also hold public hearings on five variance requests regarding property setbacks, impervious surfaces, and fencing.

• Liquor license agent changes for Jim ‘N Nick’s Bar-B-Q, Red Lobster, and Tienda El Milagro
• Variance request for 3065 Dunn Street to increase impervious surface area from 35% to 42.5%
• Variance request for 3065 Dunn Street to allow a second accessory structure
• Variance request for 2400 Lake Park Drive to allow encroachment into the 75-foot impervious setback
• Variance requests for 6-foot wooden front yard fences at 1141 Berkley Drive and 800 Green Forest Drive

The Smyrna License and Variance Board approved several privilege license agent changes and variance requests, including an amended impervious surface variance for 3065 Dunn Street. A variance request for a second accessory structure at the same property was withdrawn without prejudice. One license agent change request was tabled to the next meeting.

• Approved privilege license agent change for Jim 'N Nick's Bar-B-Q (LIC2022-03) (3-0)
• Approved as amended variance to increase impervious surface to 40.6% at 3065 Dunn Street (V22-019) (3-0)
• Withdrew without prejudice variance for second accessory structure at 3065 Dunn Street (V22-020) (3-0)
• Approved variance for encroachment into 75-foot impervious setback at 2400 Lake Park Drive (V22-026) (3-0)
• Approved variance for 6-foot wooden fence in front yard at 1141 Berkley Drive (V22-027) (3-0)
• Approved variance for 6-foot wooden fence in front yard at 800 Green Forest Drive (V22-028) (3-0)
• Approved privilege license agent change for Tienda El Milagro (LIC2022-04) (3-0)
• Tabled privilege license agent change for Red Lobster #392 (LIC2022-06) to April 27, 2022 meeting (3-0)

License and Variance Board on 2022-03-23 10:00 AM

The License and Variance Board will hold public hearings on two variance requests. One request to allow a second accessory structure at 3065 Dunn Street will be tabled to the April 13 meeting per the applicant. The other request seeks to reduce the rear setback from 30 to 11 feet for a deck at 815 Reed Road. The board will also approve minutes from the March 9 meeting.

• Public hearing on variance V22-019 to allow a second accessory structure at 3065 Dunn Street (tabled to April 13)
• Public hearing on variance V22-025 to reduce rear setback from 30 to 11 feet for a deck at 815 Reed Road
• Approval of March 9, 2022 meeting minutes

The License and Variance Board approved a variance to reduce the rear setback from 30 to 11 feet for a deck at 815 Reed Road, and tabled a request for a second accessory structure at 3065 Dunn Street to the April 13 meeting. The board also approved the minutes from the March 9 meeting.

• Approved variance V22-025 to reduce rear setback from 30 to 11 feet for a deck at 815 Reed Road (3-0)
• Tabled variance V22-019 for a second accessory structure at 3065 Dunn Street to April 13, 2022 (3-0)
• Approved minutes of March 9, 2022 meeting (3-0)

City Council on 2022-03-21 7:00 PM

The City Council will hold a public hearing on a rezoning request for Jonquil Drive and vote on several service contracts. The body is also reviewing road closures for local events and infrastructure installations.

• Zoning request Z22-001 to change 0.66 acres at 2979 & 2989 Jonquil Drive from R-15 to GC
• Contract award to Winter Construction for Downtown Improvements - Public Greenspace
• Contract award to Barrow Wrecker for citywide wrecker and towing services
• Plat approval for a two lot subdivision at 1132 Church Street
• Road closures for Powder Springs Street crosswalk installation and the 'Smyrna is Fabulous' event

The Smyrna City Council approved a rezoning from R-15 to GC for 0.66 acres at 2979 & 2989 Jonquil Drive, a name change for Elevate at The Battery, a two-lot subdivision at 1132 Church Street, and awarded contracts for downtown greenspace construction and wrecker/towing services. The council also voted to award the bid for the transfer and relocation of Aunt Fanny's Cabin to Ashley Farms, with a provision to reconvene if negotiations fail. All votes were 6-0 except for the greenspace contract (5-1) and the Aunt Fanny's Cabin award (4-2).

• Approved rezoning from R-15 to GC at 2979 & 2989 Jonquil Drive (6-0)
• Approved name change for Elevate at The Battery to Elevate Twenty Three (6-0)
• Approved two-lot subdivision at 1132 Church Street (6-0)
• Awarded RFQ 22-025 for Downtown Improvements Public Greenspace to Winter Construction (5-1)
• Awarded RFQ 22-026 for wrecker and towing services to Barrow Wrecker (6-0)
• Awarded RFP22-024 for Aunt Fanny's Cabin relocation to Ashley Farms (4-2)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, road closures, and agreements (6-0)

City Council on 2022-03-15 7:00 PM - **MOCK COUNCIL MEETING FOR CITIZEN'S ACADEMY**

This is a mock council meeting for the Citizens Academy, not a regular business meeting. The agenda includes public hearings on a zoning request and a liquor license, plus formal business items such as adopting the FY2023 budget, purchasing skate park equipment, and awarding a road construction contract.

• Public hearing on rezoning 0.25 acres on Spring Road from R-15 to LC for office use
• Public hearing on beer, wine, and liquor pouring license for Smyrna Diner on Spring Road
• Authorize $250,000 purchase of skate park equipment for Taylor-Brawner Park
• Adoption of Fiscal Year 2023 Budget
• Award RFP22-1234 to Best Construction LLC for $1,300,000 for public roadway construction

03.07.2022 M&C Meeting

The Smyrna City Council will decide on purchasing a $1.18 million aerial fire truck, extending a townhome moratorium, approving a zoning amendment for accessory structures, and annexing a 0.19-acre property. They will also vote on lighting agreements, a senior housing permit, and road closures for a parade and downtown redevelopment.

• Purchase $1,179,656 Pierce 110' Aerial Fire Truck from Ten-8 Fire and Safety using ARPA funds
• Approve ORD2022-05 zoning amendment for accessory structures with effective date July 1, 2022
• Extend townhome moratorium (RES2022-07) from March 16 to September 15, 2022
• Annex 0.19-acre Common Area #3 (ORD2022-07) effective April 1, 2022
• Approve $252,360 Georgia Power lighting agreement for Village Green Circle using 2022 SPLOST

City Council on 2022-03-07 7:00 PM

The Smyrna City Council will consider several items, including a $1.18 million fire truck purchase, a floodplain management ordinance update, and a resolution supporting a federal grant application. They will also vote on extending a moratorium on townhome rezoning applications and closing parts of Village Green Circle and King Street for downtown construction. The meeting includes public hearings on zoning amendments and annexations.

• Purchase of Pierce 110' Aerial Fire Truck for $1,179,656 from Ten-8 Fire and Safety, funded by ARPA
• Ordinance ORD2022-03 to replace floodplain management regulations
• Resolution RES2022-07 to extend townhome moratorium to September 15, 2022
• Closure of parts of Village Green Circle and King Street from March 21, 2022 to March 14, 2023 for downtown redevelopment
• Lighting services agreements with Georgia Power: $252,360 for Village Green Circle and $71,631 for Windy Hill

The Smyrna City Council approved the purchase of a Pierce 110' Aerial Fire Truck for $1,179,656.00 from Ten-8 Fire and Safety, funded by ARPA. They also approved several ordinances and resolutions, including a floodplain management ordinance, a stormwater management amendment, and a continuation of the townhome moratorium. A zoning code amendment on accessory structures was tabled to the March 21 meeting. The council also approved closing parts of Village Green Circle and King Street for downtown redevelopment construction.

• Approved $1,179,656 Pierce 110' Aerial Fire Truck purchase (6-0)
• Approved ORD2022-03 floodplain management ordinance (6-0)
• Approved ORD2022-04 stormwater management amendment (6-0)
• Approved RES2022-07 townhome moratorium extension to Sept 15, 2022 (6-0)
• Approved ORD2022-07 annexation of 0.19 acre Common Area #3 (6-0)
• Approved RES2022-09 supporting RAISE grant for Cumberland Sweep (6-0)
• Approved closing parts of Village Green Circle and King Street for construction (5-1)
• Tabled ORD2022-05 accessory structures zoning amendment to March 21 (6-0)

City Council Meeting 03-07-2022 7:00PM

The Smyrna City Council is meeting to decide on several items, including a $1.18 million fire truck purchase, a floodplain management ordinance update, and a stormwater management amendment. They will also hold public hearings on an accessory structure zoning change and an annexation, and consider extending a moratorium on townhome rezoning applications. The agenda includes routine approvals like meeting minutes and parade permits.

• Purchase of Pierce 110' Aerial Fire Truck for $1,179,656 from Ten-8 Fire and Safety, funded by ARPA
• Public hearing and tabling of ORD2022-05, zoning amendment for accessory structures, effective July 1, 2022
• Annexation of 0.19 acre (Parcel #17034001010) as Common Area #3, effective April 1, 2022
• Extension of townhome moratorium (RES2022-07) from March 16 to September 15, 2022
• Road closures on Village Green Circle and King Street from March 21, 2022 to March 14, 2023 for downtown redevelopment

02.21.2022 M&C Meeting Video

The Smyrna City Council will hold public hearings on two rezoning requests and vote on multiple funding resolutions, contracts, and ordinances. Items include a $40,000 grant application for a South Cobb Drive corridor study, a $49,950 library restroom renovation contract, and a $100,000 police training facility lease with a $30,000 budget amendment.

• Rezone 0.25-acre lot at 1120 Concord Rd from Future Commercial to Limited Commercial (Z21-004)
• Rezone 6.9-acre S Cobb Drive & Oakdale Road site from GC to MU-Conditional for 163 multi-family units and 20,409 sq ft commercial space (Z21-014)
• Award $49,950 library restroom renovation contract to TSW Design via CDBG funds
• Lease 6,400 sq ft at 1100 Wilson Way for police training facility at $85,000/year with $100,000 upfront renovation costs
• Apply for $40,000 Livable Centers Initiative grant for South Cobb Drive corridor study

City Council on 2022-02-21 7:00 PM

The Smyrna City Council will hold public hearings on two rezoning requests, including a major mixed-use development with 163 multi-family units and commercial space at S. Cobb Drive and Oakdale Road. The council will also vote on several contracts and resolutions, including a $40,000 grant application for a South Cobb Drive corridor study, a special election for Ward 2, and a lease for a police training facility.

• Rezoning to Limited Commercial at 1120 Concord Rd (0.25 acres)
• Rezoning to MU-Conditional for 163 multi-family units, 20,409 sq ft commercial, 7,700 sq ft clubhouse at S Cobb Dr & Oakdale Rd
• Resolution RES2022-08: $40,000 for ARC Livable Centers Initiative grant application for South Cobb Drive corridor study
• Resolution RES2022-06: Special election for Ward 2 council seat, qualifying fee $567, contract with Cobb County Board of Elections
• Contract with Butler Snow LLP for redistricting legal services

City Council approved a zoning request for a 163-unit multi-family development at S. Cobb Drive and Oakdale Road. The council also authorized a lease for a law enforcement training facility and called for a special election for the Ward 2 Council seat.

• Approved rezoning for 163 multi-family units and commercial space at S Cobb Drive & Oakdale Road (5-1)
• Approved rezoning for professional office at 1120 Concord Rd (6-0)
• Approved Special Election for Ward 2 Council seat with $567 qualifying fee (6-0)
• Authorized $85,000 annual lease for law enforcement training facility at 1100 Wilson Way (6-0)
• Approved $148,800 for waterline design and engineering services by Croy Engineering (6-0)
• Approved $175,823.40 janitorial contract with General Building Maintenance, Inc. (6-0)
• Approved $40,000 local match for S. Cobb Drive corridor study grant (vote tally not recorded)
• Approved legal services contract with Butler Snow LLP for redistricting (5-1)

City Council on 2022-02-07 7:00 PM

The City Council will vote on several construction contracts and budget amendments. The body is also discussing grants for public facilities and the potential sale of Aunt Fanny's Cabin.

• Contract award to Ohmshiv Construction, LLC for $2,438,999.56 for Downtown Improvements - Site and Roadway
• Budget amendment of $658,384.03 for Smyrna Downtown Development Authority Revenue Bonds debt service
• Contract award to Lichty Commercial Construction, Inc. for $188,806.00 for a restroom at Wolfe Adult Recreation Center
• Contract award to NetPlanner / Presidio for Council Chamber Audio/Video updates not to exceed $100,000.00
• Authorization to solicit proposals for the sale and removal of Aunt Fanny's Cabin at 2875 Atlanta Road

The Smyrna City Council approved a $2,438,999.56 contract with Ohmshiv Construction for Downtown Improvements - Site and Roadway, funded by 2022 SPLOST funds. The council also approved a $658,384.03 budget amendment for debt service on Downtown Development Authority revenue bonds, a $188,806 contract for a unisex restroom at Wolfe Adult Recreation Center, and a $100,000 audio/video upgrade for the Council Chamber. A zoning request for 163 multi-family units at S Cobb Drive & Oakdale Road was tabled.

• Approved $2,438,999.56 Downtown Improvements contract to Ohmshiv Construction (4-1)
• Approved $658,384.03 budget amendment for DDA revenue bond interest (4-1)
• Approved $188,806 contract to Lichty Commercial Construction for Wolfe Center restroom (5-0)
• Approved $100,000 Council Chamber Audio/Video Update to NetPlanner/Presidio (5-0)
• Tabled zoning request Z21-014 for 163 multi-family units at S Cobb Dr & Oakdale Rd (5-0)
• Approved $30,000 National Fitness Campaign grant for outdoor Fitness Court (5-0)
• Approved $261,658.67 CDBG sub-recipient grant from Cobb County (5-0)
• Approved continuing solicitation for Aunt Fanny's Cabin sale/removal (5-0)

City Council on 2022-01-18 7:00 PM

The City Council will discuss several zoning requests and the sale of property to Market Village Realty, LLC for a brewery. The body is also deciding on resolutions to impose and reaffirm $1.50 911 charges on telephone services.

• Rezoning request Z21-014 for 163 multi-family units and commercial space at S Cobb Drive & Oakdale Road
• Rezoning request Z21-016 for two single-family homes at 985 Church Street
• Resolutions RES2022-01, RES2022-02, and RES2022-03 to impose/reaffirm $1.50 911 charges on telephone services
• Resolution RES2022-05 for a land sale agreement with Market Village Realty, LLC to develop a brewery
• Agreement with Environmental Difference Staffing for temporary Public Works personnel

The Smyrna City Council approved a rezoning request (Z21-016) from R-15 to R-8 for two single-family homes on 0.6 acres at 985 Church Street, and approved three resolutions imposing or reaffirming a $1.50 monthly 911 charge on phone services. A separate rezoning request (Z21-014) for 163 multi-family units and commercial space at S Cobb Drive & Oakdale Road was tabled to the February 7, 2022 meeting. The council also approved a land sale agreement with Market Village Realty, LLC for a brewery development, with two members voting no.

• Tabled rezoning Z21-014 for 163 multi-family units and commercial space at S Cobb Drive & Oakdale Road to Feb 7, 2022 (7-0)
• Approved rezoning Z21-016 from R-15 to R-8 for two single-family homes at 985 Church Street (7-0)
• Approved alleyway abandonment and quit claim in land lot 561, Cobb County (7-0)
• Approved resolution RES2022-01 imposing $1.50/month 911 charge on postpaid wireline, wireless, and VOIP service (7-0)
• Approved resolution RES2022-02 imposing $1.50 per retail transaction 911 charge on prepaid wireless service (7-0)
• Approved resolution RES2022-03 reaffirming necessity of $1.50 911 charge for the fiscal year (7-0)
• Approved amendment to CDBG sub-recipient agreement extending termination date to March 31, 2022 (7-0)
• Approved land sale agreement with Market Village Realty, LLC for brewery development; city interest transferred to DDA (5-2, Welch and Wilkinson nay)

License and Variance Board on 2022-01-12 10:00 AM

The Smyrna License and Variance Board will conduct public hearings on four residential property variance requests and one privilege license agent change request. The board will also approve the minutes from the December 8, 2021 meeting.

• Privilege license agent change for Carrabba’s Italian Grill at 2999 Cumberland Boulevard SE (LIC2021-15)
• Variance request to reduce rear setback to 28 feet at 2310 Garden Park Drive (V22-001)
• Variance request to allow a 6-foot wooden privacy fence in front yard at 1047 Pinehurst Drive (V22-002)
• Variance request to increase accessory building size from 25% to 33% at 2474 Adams Drive (V22-003)
• Variance request to increase accessory building height from 15 feet to 16 feet at 2474 Adams Drive (V22-004)

The License and Variance Board approved requests for residential setback, fence, and accessory building variances. The board also approved a change of agent for a retail pouring license and the minutes from the December 8, 2021 meeting.

• Approved privilege license agent change for Carrabba’s Italian Grill (3-0)
• Approved rear setback reduction from 30 to 28 feet at 2310 Garden Park Drive (3-0)
• Approved 6-foot wooden privacy fence in front yard at 1047 Pinehurst Drive (3-0)
• Approved accessory building size increase from 25% to 33% at 2474 Adams Drive (3-0)
• Approved accessory building height increase from 15 to 16 feet at 2474 Adams Drive (3-0)
• Approved December 8, 2021 meeting minutes (3-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission on 2022-01-10 6:00 PM

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a zoning request for a professional office. Two other zoning requests for an antiques shop and a self-storage facility are scheduled to be tabled until February 14, 2022.

• Zoning Request Z21-004: Rezoning 0.25 acres at 1120 Concord Rd from Future Commercial to Limited Commercial for a professional office
• Zoning Request Z21-015: Rezoning 0.6 acres at 2986 King Street from R-15 to NS for an antiques shop (tabled)
• Zoning Request Z21-017: Rezoning 3.3 acres at Highlands Pkwy from OI to OD for a self-storage facility (tabled)

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a rezoning from Future Commercial (FC) to Limited Commercial (LC) for a professional office on 0.25 acres at 1120 Concord Rd. Two other zoning requests were tabled to the February 14, 2022 meeting: an antiques shop rezoning at 2986 King Street and a self-storage facility rezoning on Highlands Pkwy. The commission also approved its December 13, 2021 meeting minutes. All votes recorded were 7-0.

• Approved rezoning from FC to LC for a professional office at 1120 Concord Rd (7-0)
• Tabled rezoning from R-15 to NS for an antiques shop at 2986 King Street to Feb 14, 2022 (7-0)
• Tabled rezoning from OI to OD for a self-storage facility on Highlands Pkwy to Feb 14, 2022 (7-0)
• Approved December 13, 2021 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting minutes (7-0)