Villa Rica public meetings in 2021
31 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
General
The City Council will hold public hearings for rezoning applications on Highway 78 and Commerce Drive. The session also includes discussions regarding downtown pedestrian safety and updates to utility rates effective January 1, 2022.
- Rezoning application (RA-06-21) for 29.21 acres on Highway 78
- Rezoning application (RA-10-21) for 135 & 189 Commerce Drive
- Approval of updated utility rates effective January 1, 2022
- Amendments to zoning ordinances regarding accessory structures and energy equipment
- Professional services agreements for road design and archaeological reviews
General
The City Council will review several rezoning applications and amendments to the city's zoning ordinance. The agenda also includes updates to utility rates and budget amendments for fiscal year 2022.
- Rezoning application for 29.21 acres on Highway 78
- Rezoning application for 135 & 189 Commerce Drive
- Approval of updated utility rates effective January 1, 2022
- Amendments to zoning ordinance regarding accessory and temporary structures
- Purchase of a generator for the Police Department and Courthouse
City Council
The Villa Rica City Council will meet to consider an opioid litigation settlement agreement and resolution. The agenda also includes a discussion on redistricting and an executive session regarding personnel matters.
- Opioid Litigation Settlement Agreement and Resolution
- Redistricting
- Executive session regarding public officer or employee appointments, compensation, or evaluations
General
The Villa Rica City Council is reviewing items including updates to development regulations and police equipment. The session also covers utility plant modifications and budget amendments.
- Ordinance change for PTVs on streets with up to 35-MPH speed limits
- Purchase of six new 2022 Police Pursuit Vehicles
- Equipping six Patrol Explorers with radios, emergency equipment, and cameras
- North Plant modifications including aerator and piping installation
- Proposal to evaluate land for a second industrial park
General
The City Council will consider several budget amendments and utility infrastructure projects, including modifications to the North Plant. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding multifamily and single-family attached design standards. Additionally, the council will review ordinance changes for PTVs to travel at up to 35-MPH.
- Ordinance change for PTVs up to 35-MPH
- Purchase of six new 2022 police pursuit vehicles
- Public hearing for residential design standards
- North Plant modifications and engineering services
- FY2022 budget amendments #3 through 13
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings for two rezoning requests on Mirror Lake Boulevard. The council will also consider an agreement with the Georgia Department of Human Services for a water assistance program. Additionally, members will discuss an employee vaccination incentive.
- Rezoning of parcels on Mirror Lake Boulevard (RA-08-21)
- Rezoning of 384 Mirror Lake Boulevard (RA-09-21)
- Appeal of Planning Commission decision for three specific parcels
- Agreement with Georgia Department of Human Services for water assistance
- Discussion regarding an employee vaccination incentive
General
The City Council is reviewing several community development and finance items. This includes rezoning requests, budget amendments, and a $2,500,000 loan modification for the North Avenue Waterline Extension Project.
- $2,500,000 GEFA loan modification for North Avenue Waterline Extension Project
- Rezoning of Mirror Lake Boulevard at Shoreline Parkway (RA-08-21)
- Rezoning of 384 Mirror Lake Boulevard (RA-09-21)
- Roundabout lighting assistance agreement for Highway 78 and Conners Road
- Amendments to multifamily and single-family attached design standards
General
The City Council will consider a $2,500,000 loan modification for the North Avenue Waterline Extension Project. The agenda also includes public hearings for various rezoning requests and design standard amendments.
- $2,500,000 GEFA loan modification for North Avenue Waterline Extension Project
- Rezoning of parcels on Mirror Lake Boulevard
- Amendment to traffic calming ordinances
- Roundabout lighting assistance at Highway 78 and Conners Road
- Special exception application for Parcel # V02 0010002
General
The City Council work session includes discussions on several rezoning requests and plat approvals for local developments. Additionally, the council will review the proposed FY22 operating and capital budget and various utility and infrastructure updates.
- Rezoning of a 75-acre parcel at 113 Reed Road from agricultural to urban residential
- Proposed FY22 operating and capital budget
- Three-year audit services proposal from Mauldin & Jenkins, LLC
- Request for alcohol service at Taqueria Tapatios, LLC on W. Bankhead Highway
- Network infrastructure upgrades for the Police Department and Courtroom
General
The City Council will meet to adopt the 2022 budget and review July 2021 financial updates. The agenda includes public hearings for several rezoning requests and alcohol permit applications. Additionally, the council will swear in two new councilmembers.
- Adoption of the 2022 budget
- Rezoning of a 75-acre parcel at 116 Reed Road from agricultural to single-family urban
- Alcohol beverage permit for Taqueria Tapatios, LLC at 451 W. Bankhead Highway
- Three-year audit services proposal from Mauldin & Jenkins, LLC
- Swearing in of Councilmembers Leslie McPherson and Danny Carter
General
The Villa Rica City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding Budget #2. Finance Director Jennifer Hallman is scheduled to present this item.
- Public Hearing: Budget #2
General
The City Council will conduct a workshop for the 2022 budget and hold public hearings for Budget #1 and Millage #3. The agenda also includes the adoption of millage and a request to move the October council meeting to October 12, 2021.
- 2022 Budget Workshop
- Public Hearing: Budget #1
- Public Hearing: Millage #3
- Adoption of Millage
- Request to move October Council Meeting to October 12, 2021
General
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding Millage #1. The agenda also includes a presentation on the 2021 millage rate and a workshop for the 2022 budget.
- Public Hearing: Millage #1
- 2021 Millage Rate Presentation
- 2022 Budget Workshop
General
The Villa Rica City Council will hold a public hearing regarding Millage 2. The remainder of the agenda consists of procedural items.
- Public Hearing: Millage 2
General
The Villa Rica City Council will hold a work session to review community development, public works, and utility updates. The agenda includes discussions on zoning amendments, infrastructure repairs, and potential changes to alcohol sales regulations.
- Application for Junior Food Store to sell packaged beer and wine at 516 Dallas Highway
- Public hearing for alterations to Mirror Lake Planned Unit Development
- Call for a special referendum regarding the package sale of distilled spirits
- Bid recommendation for Stockmar Road drainage construction
- Discussion on golf cart use on 35mph roads
General
The Villa Rica City Council will review a call for a special referendum regarding the package sale of distilled spirits within city limits. The agenda also includes public hearings on zoning amendments for commercial vehicle parking and the Mirror Lake Planned Unit Development. Additionally, several infrastructure maintenance items are up for approval.
- Call for Special Referendum to allow or deny the package sale of distilled spirits
- Public hearing for alterations to the Mirror Lake Planned Unit Development
- Public hearing for amendments to commercial vehicle parking in the zoning code
- Application for beer and wine sales at 516 Dallas Highway
- Bid recommendation for Stockmar Road drainage construction at 2004 Hubbard Court
General
The City Council will review an ordinance to designate the Downtown Villa Rica Historic District and discuss several rezoning and variance requests. The work session also includes discussions regarding police equipment purchases and utility infrastructure projects.
- Ordinance to designate Downtown Villa Rica Historic District
- Rezoning request for Edge Road parcel by LIT Acquisitions, LLC
- Variance requests for Hwy 61 and 101 at Leggett Drive
- Purchase of police equipment including rifles and Flock Safety cameras
- Utility contract awards for sewer and pump station rehabilitation
General
The Villa Rica City Council will consider an ordinance to designate the Downtown Villa Rica Historic District and several rezoning requests. The agenda also includes proposals for police equipment purchases and utility plant upgrades. Additionally, the council will review budget amendments and grant executions.
- Ordinance to designate Downtown Villa Rica Historic District
- Rezoning requests for Edge Road and 950 Dallas Road
- Purchase of Flock Safety cameras and patrol rifles
- Upgrades and equipment for North and West water plants
- Execution of American Rescue Plan Act grant
General
The City Council work session includes public hearings for multiple rezoning requests and an ordinance to designate the Downtown Villa Rica Historic District. Officials will also discuss sanitation rate increases and various board appointments.
- Public hearings for rezoning at Hwy 61/Hwy 101 and 1030 Third Street
- Ordinance to designate the Downtown Villa Rica Historic District
- Discussion of sanitation and GFL rate increases
- Purchase of traffic calming radar signs for Punkintown Road
- Variance request for ServPro at Veteran's Memorial Highway
General
The Villa Rica City Council will consider an ordinance to create a downtown historic district and several rezoning requests. The agenda also includes discussions regarding sanitation rate increases and various board appointments.
- Ordinance to designate Downtown Villa Rica Historic District
- Rezoning requests for Hwy 61/Hwy 101 and 1030 Third Street
- Increase in sanitation and GFL rates
- Purchase of traffic calming radar signs for Punkintown Road
- Agreements with Croy Engineering, LLC
General
The City Council will review several zoning and variance requests, including items for 450 Edge Road and Veteran's Memorial Highway. The agenda also includes proposed revisions to the Nuisance Code regarding grass height and wastewater lift station regulations.
- Rezoning request for 450 Edge Road
- Variance request for ServPro on Veteran's Memorial Highway
- Revision to grass height restrictions in the Nuisance Code
- Ordinance revision regarding wastewater lift stations
- Approval of professional services agreements and budget amendments
General
The Villa Rica City Council will meet to consider appointments for the Public Works Director and Finance Director. The agenda also includes a vehicle purchase for the Public Works department and a special event permit application.
- Appointment of Lavon King as Public Works Director
- Appointment of Jennifer Hallman as Finance Director
- Purchase of a 2021 Ford F-250 Crew Cab for the Public Works Director
- Special Event Permit Application and Sale of Alcohol for West Georgia Cornhole
General
The City Council is holding a work session to discuss community development and public works items. Topics include reviewing alcohol beverage permits for three local businesses and discussing street light installation on Highway 78. The council will also address water service responsibilities and budget amendments.
- Alcohol beverage permit hearings for Day-Nite Food Store, Carroll Road Shoppette, and 9600 Quick Mart
- Installation of street lights from Hwy 78 to Liberty Road
- Purchase of two 2021 Ford F250 trucks for city departments
- FY 2021 budget amendments #73-94
- Discussion regarding speed limits on Punkintown Road
General
The Villa Rica City Council will hold public hearings for several alcohol beverage permit applications. The agenda also includes discussions on highway system changes, budget amendments, and upcoming fireworks show logistics.
- Alcohol beverage permits for Day-Nite Food Store, Carroll Road Shoppette, and 9600 Quick Mart
- Installation of street lights from Hwy 78 to Liberty Road
- Purchase of two 2021 Ford F250 trucks
- Ordinance revision regarding wastewater lift stations
- Resolution for changes to the State Highway System
General
The Villa Rica City Council is reviewing appointments to local boards and discussing amendments to zoning and sign ordinances. The work session also includes discussions on speed limits for Punkintown Road and support for new roundabouts.
- Amendments to the Villa Rica Zoning Ordinance and Sign Ordinance
- Discussion of the speed limit on Punkintown Road
- Resolutions supporting roundabouts at Highway 78/Highway 61 and Highway 78/Rocky Branch Road
- Purchase of 47 ballistic helmets for the Police Department
- HVAC replacement at City Hall, Customer Service, and Gold Dust Park
General
The City Council will review amendments to the city's zoning and sign ordinances during public hearings. The agenda also includes several infrastructure purchases, budget amendments, and resolutions regarding new roundabouts.
- Amendments to the Villa Rica Zoning Ordinance for residential subdivision design and postal structures
- Amendment to the Villa Rica Sign Ordinance regarding suspended single-post signs
- Resolutions supporting roundabouts at Highway 78/Highway 61 and Highway 78/Rocky Branch Road
- Purchase of 47 ballistic helmets from Safeware
- HVAC replacements for City Hall, Customer Service, and Gold Dust Park
General
The Villa Rica City Council met on February 2, 2021, for a special called meeting. The council will consider a professional service agreement with Wesley Starrett to serve as the Solicitor of the Municipal Court.
- Professional Service Agreement with Wesley Starrett to serve as Solicitor of the Municipal Court
General
The Villa Rica City Council will hold a work session to review several alcohol beverage permit requests and zoning variances. The agenda also includes discussions regarding police equipment purchases and utility repairs.
- Alcohol beverage permit requests for El Ranchito, Buckeyes Bistro, and Thai Basil Cuisine
- Variance requests at 739 Parker Street and the corner of N Dogwood Street and White Street
- Purchase of active shooter hard armor/plate vests for the police department
- HVAC unit replacement at 70 Horace Luther Drive
- Resolution to purchase Lot 11 in Tanyard Village
General
The Villa Rica City Council will meet to elect a 2021 Mayor Pro Tem and appoint standing committees. The agenda includes public hearings for several alcohol beverage permit requests and various zoning ordinance amendments. The council will also review municipal appointments and equipment purchases.
- Alcohol beverage permit requests for El Ranchito, Buckeyes Bistro, and Thai Basil Cuisine
- Zoning ordinance amendments for residential subdivision design and sign regulations
- Appointments to the Historic Preservation Commission and Planning and Zoning Commission
- Resolution to purchase Lot 11 in Tanyard Village
- Purchase of active shooter hard armor/plate vests
General
The Villa Rica Public Facilities Authority met to appoint its Chairman, Vice-Chairman, and Secretary for 2021. This special called meeting was limited to these leadership appointments.
- Appointment of Chairman, Vice-Chairman, and Secretary for 2021
General
The Villa Rica City Council will meet to consider awarding a construction contract for a splash pad at Gold Dust Park. The meeting also includes a review of 2021 budget adjustments #56-57.
- Contract award for Gold Dust Park splash pad construction
- 2021 Budget Adjustments #56-57