Villa Rica public meetings in 2022
35 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
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The City Council held a special called meeting to address the Douglas County LOST distribution from 2023 through 2032. The agenda consisted primarily of procedural items and this single topic under the governing body section.
- Douglas County LOST distribution from 2023 through 2032
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The City Council will discuss the reapportionment of council wards and 2023 contracts for a municipal judge and solicitor. The session also includes reviews of police technology, utility infrastructure upgrades, and budget amendments.
- Reapportionment of Council Wards
- Intergovernmental Agreement with the City of Carrollton for a Mental Health Crisis Unit
- North Candler Street and West Gordon Street storm drainage improvements
- FY23 Budget Amendments #1 - #12
- Northeast Downtown Waterline Replacement/Phase I
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The Villa Rica City Council will consider the reapp-portionment of council wards and several 2023 contracts. Proposed items include storm drainage improvements, budget amendments, and an agreement with Carrollton for a Mental Health Crisis Unit.
- Reapportionment of Council Wards
- Intergovernmental Agreement with Carrollton for Mental Health Crisis Unit
- North Candler Street and West Gordon Street storm drainage improvements
- FY23 Budget Amendments #1 - #12
- Development of City Branding and Logo
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The City Council will discuss changing solid waste pickup from weekly to bi-weekly. The session also includes public hearings for zoning amendments regarding parking, tree conservation, and a stream buffer variance at 395 West Bankhead Highway.
- Proposed change to solid waste pickup frequency
- Public hearing for stream buffer variance at 395 West Bankhead Highway
- Zoning amendments for offstreet parking and tree conservation
- Purchase of five Axon Taser 7 weapons for the Police Department
- Contract discussion regarding Hotel/Motel Tax fund distribution to the CVB
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The City Council will consider a proposal to change solid waste pickup from weekly to bi-weekly. The meeting also includes public hearings for zoning amendments and a stream buffer variance at 395 West Bankhead Highway. Additionally, the council will review an increase to the police night shift differential.
- Proposed change to move solid waste pickup from weekly to bi-weekly
- Public hearing for a stream buffer variance at 395 West Bankhead Highway
- Purchase of five Axon Taser 7 weapons for the Police Department
- Amendments to city zoning codes regarding parking and tree conservation
- Increase to the police night shift differential
General
The Villa Rica City Council held a special called meeting on October 14, 2022. The agenda includes the purchase of mitigation credits for Creek Crossing by Mirror Lake Connector.
- Purchase of Mitigation Credits for Creek Crossing by Mirror Lake Connector
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The City Council is reviewing updated utility rates to take effect January 1, 2023. The agenda includes public hearings for several zoning code amendments and a discussion on potential cameras for school zone speed enforcement.
- Approval of updated Utility Rates effective January 1, 2023
- 5% Cost of Living Adjustment for Human Resources
- Public hearings for zoning code amendments regarding parking and design standards
- Discussion of potential cameras for school zone speed enforcement
- Acceptance of a deed of gift for 46 acres
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The City Council will review updates to utility rates effective January 1, 2023. The meeting includes public hearings for several zoning code amendments and a stream buffer variance at 395 West Bankhead Highway. Additionally, the council will consider development agreements with Fuqua Acquisitions II, LLC.
- Approval of updated utility rates effective January 1, 2023
- Public hearing for stream buffer variance at 395 West Bankhead Highway
- Zoning code amendments regarding parking, design standards, and tree conservation
- Development agreement with Fuqua Acquisitions II, LLC
- Approval of a 5% cost of living adjustment
City Council
The Villa Rica City Council will meet to consider and adopt the 2023 budget. The agenda also includes public comment and the adoption of the meeting agenda.
- Adoption of the 2023 Budget
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The City Council will discuss rezoning extensions for Goldworth Road and a variance for West Church Street. Public works items include the purchase of three new trucks and potential speed humps on Cleghorn and South Dogwood streets. The council will also consider resolutions to support grant applications with 20% match commitments.
- Rezoning extension for 55 and 63 Goldworth Road
- Variance for residential units at 105 West Church Street
- Purchase of three new 2023 trucks for water and wastewater use
- Resolution of Support for Railroad Crossing Elimination (RCE) Grant
- Speed humps on Cleghorn Street and South Dogwood Street
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The Villa Rica City Council will hold a second public hearing regarding the 2023 budget. The agenda includes decisions on rezoning extensions, variance requests, and the purchase of new utility trucks. Additionally, the council will discuss how sewer system capacity may limit future annexation and development.
- Public Hearing #2 for 2023 Budget
- Rezoning extension for 55 and 63 Goldworth Road
- Variance request for residential units at 105 West Church Street
- Purchase of three new 2023 trucks for water and wastewater use
- Amendment to heavy motor vehicle routes in the Code of Ordinances
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The Villa Rica City Council will conduct a workshop for the 2023 budget. The meeting includes public hearings regarding both the budget and the millage rate. The council will also consider adopting the millage rate and an intergovernmental agreement with Carroll County for TAD.
- Adoption of the millage rate
- 2023 Budget Workshop
- Public Hearing - Budget #1
- Public Hearing - Millage Rate #3
- Intergovernmental Agreement with Carroll County for TAD
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The Villa Rica City Council is conducting a special called meeting for a 2023 budget workshop. The session includes a budget presentation by Finance Director Jennifer Hallman.
- Budget presentation by Finance Director Jennifer Hallman
- 2023 Budget Workshop
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The Villa Rica City Council will hold a special called meeting to conduct the first public hearing and discussion regarding the millage rate. This item is presented by Finance Director Jennifer Hallman.
- First public hearing and discussion of millage rate
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The Villa Rica City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct a public hearing regarding the second millage rate. The council will also discuss an intergovernmental agreement with Carroll County concerning the Eastside TAD.
- Public Hearing - Millage Rate #2
- Intergovernmental Agreement with Carroll County regarding Eastside TAD
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The City Council will discuss several proposed amendments to the city's zoning code regarding residential design and manufactured homes. The session also includes reviews of variance requests, police equipment needs, and potential speed humps on Cleghorn Street and South Dogwood Street.
- Zoning code amendments for manufactured homes and residential design standards
- Variance requests for Villa Trace Apartments and 108 Boggs Road
- Speed humps on Cleghorn Street and South Dogwood Street
- Sales tax distribution agreements for Carroll and Douglas counties
- Police equipment including in-car laptops and ballistic vest carriers
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The City Council will hold public hearings on several proposed amendments to the city's zoning code and various property variances. The agenda also includes decisions on infrastructure upgrades, utility agreements, and budget amendments.
- Zoning code amendments for manufactured homes and residential design standards
- Variance requests for Villa Trace Apartments and 108 Boggs Road
- Bid recommendation for the Flowers Bakery culvert replacement
- Utility relocation agreement with GDOT for North Bypass
- Approval of FY22 budget amendments
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The City Council will discuss several amendments to the Villa Rica sign ordinance and zoning code. The session also includes reviews of development agreements with Villa Rica Townhomes Georgia, LLC and Fuqua Acquisitions II, Inc. Additionally, officials will consider adding speed humps on Cleghorn Street and South Dogwood Street.
- Development agreements for Villa Rica Townhomes Georgia, LLC and Fuqua Acquisitions II, Inc.
- Amendments to the Villa Rica sign ordinance regarding wall signs and banners
- Consideration of speed humps on Cleghorn Street and South Dogwood Street
- Adoption of a new fee schedule for City Cemeteries
- Updates to zoning standards for entrance/drive and design requirements
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The City Council will hold public hearings regarding updates to the Villa Rica Sign Ordinance and Zoning Code design standards. The agenda also includes development agreements for Villa Rica Townhomes Georgia, LLC and Fuqua Acquisitions II, Inc. Additionally, the council will consider an alcohol license application for Carroll Rd Shoppette.
- Public hearing for Divine City Inc. alcohol license (Carroll Rd Shoppette)
- Amendments to Villa Rica Sign Ordinance regarding wall signs and banners
- Zoning code amendments for design standards and entrance/drive standards
- Development agreements with Villa Rica Townhomes Georgia, LLC and Fuqua Acquisitions II, Inc
- Adoption of a new fee schedule for City Cemeteries
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The City Council will meet to discuss personnel matters in executive session and review a police recruitment video. The council will also consider approving updated sanitation rates following a 5% rate increase from GFL.
- Approval of updated customer sanitation rates due to a 5% rate increase from GFL
- Presentation of a police recruitment video
- Renewal of Worker's Compensation Insurance for July 1, 2022
- Executive session regarding personnel matters
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The Villa Rica City Council has scheduled a special called meeting for June 8, 2022. The agenda includes the adoption of the agenda and an executive session to discuss public officer or employee employment, compensation, or disciplinary action.
- Executive session regarding the appointment, hiring, or disciplinary action of a public officer or employee
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The Villa Rica City Council is holding a work session to review community development, utilities, and finance items. The agenda includes public hearings for three rezoning applications involving Old Stone Road, Reed Road, and W. Bankhead Hwy. Additionally, the council will discuss the FY2023 budget calendar and municipal maintenance projects.
- Rezoning of two vacant parcels on Old Stone Road (RA-01-22)
- Rezoning of 116 Reed Road (RA-02-22)
- Rezoning of 1101 W. Bankhead Hwy. from AG to C1 (RA-03-22)
- North Plant Modifications Project Change Order
- FY2023 Budget Calendar review
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The Villa Rica City Council will review several proposed rezoning applications for properties on Old Stone Road, Reed Road, and W. Bankhead Hwy. The agenda also includes the application and lottery process for package stores. Additionally, the council will address various municipal projects in the consent agenda.
- Rezoning of two parcels on Old Stone Road by Inline Communities, LLC
- Rezoning of 116 Reed Road by Inline Communities, LLC
- Rezoning from AG to C1 at 1101 W. Bankhead Hwy by CWD Properties, LLC
- Application and lottery process for package stores
- Gold Dust Recreation Gymnasium HVAC Project
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The Villa Rica Special Called Public Facilities Authority met to consider adopting a resolution authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds. This action includes the execution of related documents.
- Resolution authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds and the execution of related documents
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The Villa Rica City Council will meet to discuss budget amendments and a resolution regarding the execution of documents related to bond issuance. The meeting also includes an agenda adoption and a public comment period.
- Resolution authorizing the execution of documents related to the issuance of bonds
- Discussion of budget amendments
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The Villa Rica City Council will hold a special called meeting to adopt the agenda and enter an executive session. This session involves discussing personnel matters such as hiring, compensation, or disciplinary action.
- Executive session regarding public officer or employee personnel matters
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The City Council will review a presentation on refinancing the Public Facilities Authority Series 2015 Bond. The session also includes discussions regarding zoning variances for Mirror Lake Boulevard and potential increases to police officer pay.
- Presentation on refunding/refinancing the Public Facilities Authority Series 2015 Bond
- Variance requests for townhomes and commercial use at Mirror Lake Boulevard
- Proposal to cancel a $450,000 promissory note with DDA and forgive a $75,000 loan
- Discussion regarding increasing officer pay and retention bonuses
- Purchase of a 2022 International HV6-7 Grapple Truck for the Solid Waste Department
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The Villa Rica City Council will review several zoning requests for the Mirror Lake area and consider increasing pay and retention bonuses for police officers. The agenda also includes discussions on community grants, utility upgrades, and amendments to the city's alcohol ordinance. Additionally, the council will address the cancellation of a $450,000 promissory note.
- Increase officer pay and retention bonuses
- Variances for townhomes and commercial use at Mirror Lake Boulevard
- Cancellation of a $450,000 promissory note and forgiveness of a $75,000 loan
- Purchase of a 2022 International HV607 Grapple Truck
- Amendment to the city's alcohol ordinance
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The Villa Rica City Council is reviewing several community and infrastructure items during this work session. Topics include transferring ARPA funds for North Plant upgrades and amending the city zoning ordinance. The council will also review water quality monitoring and the Livable Centers Initiative Study.
- Transfer of ARPA funds to assist with North Plant upgrades
- Variance request for Hwy 61/101 at Leggett Drive
- Final adoption of the Villa Rica Livable Centers Initiative Study
- Amendment to Section 2.02 of the City Zoning Ordinance
- Fullerville Soccer Field lighting repairs
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The Villa Rica City Council will consider transferring American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds for North Plant upgrades. The meeting also includes public hearings regarding zoning changes and ordinance amendments.
- Variance request for parcel V02 0070012 at Hwy 61/101 and Leggett Drive
- Transfer of ARPA funds to upgrade the North．Plant
- Amendment to Section 2.02 of the Villa Rica City Zoning Ordinance
- Final adoption of the Villa Rica Livable Centers Initiative Study
- Mayoral veto of an amendment to the PTV (Golf Cart) Ordinance
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The Villa Rica City Council will hold a work session to discuss various municipal updates. Topics include amendments to the golf cart ordinance, utility infrastructure projects, and FY2022 budget amendments.
- Special exception request (CU-01-22) for 197 Commerce Drive
- Amendment of PTV (Golf Cart) Ordinance
- Engineering services for Cowan's Lake Pump Station improvements
- Hickory Level Road Water Main Upgrade
- FY2022 Budget Amendments #140 - 145
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The City Council will consider a special exception request for Cloud 9 at 197 Commerce Drive. The agenda also includes an amendment to the golf cart ordinance and several utility infrastructure projects.
- Special Exception Request (CU-01-22) for 197 Commerce Drive
- Amendment of PTV (Golf Cart) Ordinance
- Tree and limb removal at Hillcrest Cemetery
- Hickory Level Road water main upgrade
- Engineering services for Cowan's Lake Pump Station improvements
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The City Council is reviewing several land variance applications and proposed changes to the city's zoning ordinance. The work session also includes discussions on utility improvements, stream buffer regulations, and budget amendments.
- Variance applications for Highway 78 (29.21 acres), Hickory Level Road (12.69 acres), and Commerce Drive (16.06 acres)
- Amendment to Preliminary Plat Procedures in the Zoning Ordinance
- Revision to development regulations regarding stream buffers
- Cleghorn and Anderson Road waterline improvements
- TextMyGov partnership proposal approval
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The Villa Rica City Council will consider multiple variance applications involving parcels on Highway 78, Hickory Level Road, and Commerce Drive. The agenda also includes reviewing budget amendments and the proposed demolition of Butterballs and an adjacent duplex. Additionally, the council will elect a 2022 Mayor Pro Tem.
- Public hearings for variance applications on Highway 78, Hickory Level Road, and Commerce Drive
- Proposed demolition and removal of Butterballs and an adjacent duplex
- Review of FY2021 and FY2022 budget amendments
- Election of the 2022 Mayor Pro Tem
- Northeast Downtown Waterline Replacement
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This special called meeting of the Villa Rica Public Facilities Authority is for the appointment of its chairman, vice-chairman, and secretary for 2022.
- Appointment of Chairman, Vice-Chairman and Secretary for 2022