Commerce, GA

City Council

The City Council will review requests for easements related to the Grove Creek WPCP Project and Jackson EMC. The body is also considering an agreement with Commerce City Schools for School Resource Officers and several temporary street closures for local events.

• Easements for Grove Creek WPCP Project at 30732 Hwy 441
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Commerce City Schools for School Resource Officers
• Easement for Jackson EMC at 613 Beck Road for electrical service conversion
• Street closures for Art-Tiques Festival and a regional band competition at Commerce High School
• Retail sales of beer, wine, and distilled spirits by the drink at 1662 South Broad Street

City Council

The Commerce City Council is considering several items at its October 5, 2026 meeting, including temporary street closures for two fall events and a request to allow retail alcohol sales by the drink at a South Broad Street restaurant. The council will also consider a floating holiday for city staff and amendments to the Employee Handbook. The agenda lists these as items for consideration under new business, with a discussion period and adjournment to follow.

• Closing a portion of Minish Drive for a regional band competition at Commerce High School on November 7 from 11am-9pm
• Closing portions of State St., Cherry St., Broad St., Central Ave., and the State Street Parking Lot for the Art-Tiques Festival from 8am October 23 through 8pm October 25
• Considering retail sales of beer, wine, and distilled spirits by the drink at 1662 South Broad Street by El Parian Downtown Commerce Mexican Restaurant
• Considering a floating holiday for city staff
• Considering amendments to the Employee Handbook

Planning Commission

The Commerce Planning Commission meets Sept. 29, 2026 at 6:00 PM at the Commerce Administrative Complex, 110 State St. New business includes a conditional use request for a riding stable on about 11.03 acres at 2832 B Wilson Rd that the applicants asked to withdraw, a variance request at 86 Forest Hill Court, and adoption of a City of Commerce Demolition Ordinance. The agenda also lists discussion of an Abatement Ordinance and approval of July 27 minutes. The attached August 24, 2026 agenda page shows a prior item, PDED26-0003 for White Hill School Rd - Hillstone Preserve Subdivision Phase 1 infrastructure, was unanimously approved.

• PC26-0001: Conditional use for a riding stable on about +/- 11.03 acres at 2832 B Wilson Rd (Map/Parcel 035 025); applicants James & Kelli Day requested withdrawal by letter on 08/17/2026
• PV26-0001: Variance request by Angel Galindo to reduce primary-to-accessory structure setback from 20 ft. to 10 ft. on about +/- 4.007 acres at 86 Forest Hill Court (Map/Parcel C18A 007)
• Adoption of City of Commerce Demolition Ordinance (new business)
• Discussion of adoption of City of Commerce Abatement Ordinance
• Approval of July 27 meeting minutes

The Commerce Planning Commission approved the July 27 meeting minutes, accepted the withdrawal of a conditional use permit application for a riding stable, and unanimously denied a variance request for 86 Forest Hill Court. Additionally, the commission voted to recommend the adoption of the City of Commerce Demolition Ordinance to the City Council.

• Approved July 27 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Accepted withdrawal of conditional use application for 2832 B Wilson Rd (3-0)
• Denied primary to accessory structure variance at 86 Forest Hill Court (3-0)
• Recommended adoption of City of Commerce Demolition Ordinance to City Council (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Commerce Downtown Development Authority & Civic Center Tourism Authority

The Commerce Downtown Development Authority & Civic Center Tourism Authority meets Sept. 28, 2026, at 4:00 PM at 110 State Street. The agenda includes approval of August 2026 minutes and financials, staff updates, and a discussion item on leasing 12 Pine Street to Georgia Bound Enterprises. The board will also review a proposed 2026-2027 calendar of events and DDA committees, plus a list of September 2026 business openings.

• Discussion of lease of 12 Pine Street to Georgia Bound Enterprises
• Approval of August 2026 minutes and financials
• Proposed calendar of events for 2026-2027
• DDA committee assignments
• September 2026 business openings listed, including Braids by Grace Carine at 42 Georgia Ave Ste 115 and Butterz Biscuit, LLC at 2611 North Elm Street

Planning Commission

The Commerce Planning Commission will consider a major final plat application for Phase 1 of the Hillstone Preserve Subdivision, which would create 45 lots on about 94 acres off White Hill School Road. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and updates from the City Council. The attached materials reference a previously denied rezoning and a code amendment, but those are not on this meeting's agenda.

• Final plat for 45 lots, Phase 1 Hillstone Preserve, White Hill School Rd, Map/Parcel 023 006, ~94.093 acres
• Approval of June 22 meeting minutes
• Updates from City Council

The Planning Commission approved the major final plat for Phase 1 of the Hillstone Preserve Subdivision, 45 lots on Whitehill School Rd (Map/Parcel 023 006, about 94.093 acres), submitted by owner Deluxeton Development LLC. Staff reported that City Council had already voted unanimously to deny the rezoning request PR26-0002 at 1432 Hospital Rd and to approve a Unified Development Code amendment to Section 3-036. Staff also said a Demolition Ordinance will come before the Commission later, intended to allow additional demolitions while a Historic Preservation Ordinance is still being developed. The Commission also approved its prior meeting minutes.

• Approved major final plat for 45 lots, Phase 1 Hillstone Preserve Subdivision, Whitehill School Rd (unanimous)
• Approved prior meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned (unanimous)
• Reported: City Council unanimously denied rezoning PR26-0002 at 1432 Hospital Rd
• Reported: City Council unanimously approved UDC amendment to Sec. 3-036

Planning Commission

The Commission will review a variance request for a swimming pool at 61 Victoria Street. The agenda also includes an appeal regarding a denied preliminary plat for 1134 State and a variance request for 86 Forest Hill Court, which was tabled.

• Variance for swimming pool at 61 Victoria Street
• Appeal of denied preliminary plat for 1134 State
• Variance for primary to accessory structure at 86 Forest Hill Court (Tabled)
• Dedication of Hospital Road Development Sewer Infrastructure

City Council

The Commerce City Council will hold public hearings on an appeal of a zoning denial and the proposed 2026 millage rate, then vote on the millage rate and several contracts. Action items include awarding sidewalk and stormwater construction bids, approving a variance, amending demolition rules, and considering a beer and wine license. The agenda also includes routine reports and an executive session for legal discussion.

• Appeal PAAD26-0001: Fifty-Five Fifty LLC and Ken Gary appeal denial of preliminary plat for 1134 State Street
• 2026 millage rate proposed at 4.002 mills (full rollback)
• RFP26-016 Sidewalk Restoration and Construction: award to CGS for $64,329.21
• RFP26-015 2026 Stormwater Project: award to Blount Construction Co., Inc. for $159,335.00
• Demolition permit fees for buildings over 50 years old: $250 residential, $500 commercial

City Council

The City Council will consider approving the 2026 millage rate at 4.002 mills. The meeting includes decisions on several construction contracts and amendments to demolition ordinances.

• Approval of 2026 Millage Rate at 4.002 mills
• Sidewalk restoration contract to CGS for $64,329.21
• Stormwater project contract to Blount Construction Co., Inc. for $159,335.00
• Variance request for 86 Forest Hill Court regarding structure setbacks
• New demolition permit fees: $250 for residential and $500 for commercial

Commerce Downtown Development Authority & Civic Center Tourism Authority

The Commerce Downtown Development Authority and Civic Center Tourism Authority will hold its monthly board meeting on August 24, 2026. The board will approve minutes and financials, receive staff updates, and consider two retail lease agreements: one for a public safety uniform store at 12 Pine Street and one for a candy store at 1645 South Elm Street.

• Lease of 12 Pine Street for a public safety uniform store (J. Stancil, Proprietor)
• Lease of 1645 South Elm Street for a candy store (J. Freeman, Proprietor)
• Approval of minutes from July 26 regular meeting
• Approval of financials
• Staff updates from Main Street Director Dana David

Planning Commission

The Commerce Planning Commission will meet to consider a conditional use permit request for a riding stable that the applicants have withdrawn, a variance request for a primary-to-accessory structure setback, and adoption of a demolition ordinance. The commission will also discuss an abatement ordinance. The agenda includes routine items like approval of prior minutes and updates from the city council.

• Withdrawn application: PC26-0001, riding stable at 2832 B Wilson Rd (Map/Parcel 035 025), withdrawn by applicants via letter on 08/17/2026
• Variance request: PV26-0001, reduce primary-to-accessory structure setback from 20 ft to 10 ft at 86 Forest Hill Court (Map/Parcel C18A 007)
• Adoption of City of Commerce Demolition Ordinance
• Discussion of City of Commerce Abatement Ordinance
• Approval of July 27 meeting minutes

City Council

The Commerce City Council will consider several action items, including an intergovernmental agreement with Jackson County for VPN use in computer-aided dispatch, a dedication of improvements for the Hillstone Preserve Subdivision, and revisions to cemetery policies and ordinances. The meeting also includes reports from the finance director and city manager, followed by an executive session for personnel discussion.

• IGA with Jackson County for VPN/CAD use
• PDED26-0003: Dedication of improvements for Hillstone Preserve Subdivision Phase 1 (water, sewer, stormwater, road)
• Revisions to City Cemetery Policy
• Amendment to Chapter 22 of City Code on cemeteries (permit and fines)
• Cemetery section name list approval

City Council

The City Council will discuss updates to cemetery policies and ordinances, including grave permits and fines. The body is also considering an agreement with Jackson County for dispatch services and infrastructure dedications for a subdivision.

• Intergovernmental Agreement with Jackson County for VPN use for Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD)
• PDED26-0003: Dedication of water, sewer, stormwater, and road infrastructure for Hillstone Preserve Subdivision: Phase 1 on White Hill School Rd
• Revisions to the City Cemetery Policy
• Amendment to Chapter 22 of the City Code of Ordinances regarding cemetery grave permits and fine amounts
• Approval of cemetery section name list

Planning Commission

The Commerce Planning Commission will meet to approve minutes from the May 11 meeting, receive updates from City Council, and take action on unfinished business including three preliminary plats and one rezoning request. The meeting will also discuss proposed amendments to the Unified Development Code and updates on historic preservation and abatement ordinances.

• PSP26-0002: Approve preliminary plat for 36 lots on 13.854 acres at Mt Olive Rd and Charleston Ave (Map/Parcel 020 009X)
• PSP26-0003: Approve PUD preliminary plat for 23.4 acres at 1134 State St (Map/Parcel 009 028)
• PR26-0002: Vote on rezoning 3.00 acres at 1432 Hospital Rd from R-1 to C-2 (Map/Parcel 020 019F1)
• UDC Amendment Sec. 3-036: Discussion on proposed Unified Development Code changes

The Planning Commission denied a preliminary plat for a PUD at 1134 State Street and a rezoning request for 1432 Hospital Road. The commission approved the readoption of the Unified Development Code (UDC) including amendments to Sec. 3-036. One preliminary plat application was withdrawn by the applicant.

• Approved May 11 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted withdrawal of preliminary plat PSP26-0002 for 36 lots off Mt Olive Rd and Charleston Avenue (unanimous)
• Denied preliminary plat PSP26-0003 for PUD at 1134 State Street (unanimous)
• Denied rezoning PR26-0002 at 1432 Hospital Rd from R-1 to C-2 (unanimous)
• Approved readoption of Unified Development Code (UDC) and amendments to Sec. 3-036 (unanimous)

Commerce Downtown Development Authority & Civic Center Tourism Authority

The Commerce Downtown Development Authority and Civic Center Tourism Authority will discuss two commercial retail leases and a hotel feasibility study report. The board will also consider a location change for the Farmers Market.

• Lease of 12 Pine Street for a public safety uniform store
• Lease of 1645 South Elm Street for a candy store
• Hotel Feasibility Study Report
• Farmers Market location change
• Review of 12 business openings from April to June 2026

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss a final plat for the Hillstone Preserve subdivision on White Hill School Road. The agenda also includes approval of previous minutes and updates from the City Council.

• Final plat for Hillstone Preserve Subdivision (45 lots, 94.093 acres)
• Approval of June 22 Planning Commission minutes
• Updates from City Council
• Discussion of unfinished and new business

City Council

The Commerce City Council will vote on several items including a rezoning request at 1432 Hospital Rd from R-1 to C-2, the purchase of 3.129 acres at 204 Carson St from the Boys & Girls Club, and intergovernmental agreements for EMS use of CFD Station 2 and School Resource Officers with Commerce City Schools. Other business includes adopting Jackson County's hazard mitigation and emergency operations plans, budget amendments, fence height regulation changes, and approving street closures for National Night Out.

• Rezoning of ±3.00 acres at 1432 Hospital Rd from R-1 to C-2 (PR26-0002)
• Purchase of ±3.129 acres (Tract No. 2) at 204 Carson St (C16 067B) from Boys & Girls Club
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Jackson County for lease of CFD Station 2 for EMS
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Commerce City Schools for School Resource Officers
• Street closures for National Night Out: Pine St., Oak St., Little St. on Aug 11, 4pm-10pm

City Council

The Commerce, Georgia City Council will decide on several key items including adopting Jackson County's 2025 Hazard Mitigation Plan, approving a 2026 Emergency Operations Plan, and purchasing 3.129 acres at 204 Carson St. from the Boys & Girls Club. The council will also consider rezoning 3 acres at 1432 Hospital Rd from residential to commercial and approve a lease agreement for Jackson County EMS to use CFD Station 2.

• Resolution adopting Jackson County's 2025 Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Purchase of +/- 3.129 acres at 204 Carson St (Parcel # C16 067B) from Boys & Girls Club of Jackson County
• Rezoning request for +/- 3.00 acres at 1432 Hospital Rd from R-1 to C-2
• Approval of Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) with Jackson County for lease of CFD Station 2 to Jackson County EMS
• Approval of IGA with Commerce City Schools for School Resource Officers (SROs)

City Council

The City Council will vote on several action items, including awarding a contract for the Commerce Fiber Network to Truvista Communications, approving a $580,265 road resurfacing contract, and setting new solid waste collection rates. Also up for approval are audit services, a retirement plan amendment, venue fees, and a property transfer to the Downtown Development Authority.

• Award of RFP 26-007 for acquisition and operation of Commerce Fiber Network to Truvista Communications of Georgia LLC
• RFP 26-011 for 2026 LMIG resurfacing of Wood St., Mercury St., Orchard Cir., Shankle Heights, N. Bowden St., and Bolton Dr. — $580,265 to All About Asphalt
• RFP 26-012 for audit services — $215,250 to Bates Carter, LLC for fiscal years 2026–2030
• Approval of solid waste collection service rates effective July 1, 2026
• Transfer of real property at 1645 S Elm Street (Parcel C14109) to Downtown Development Authority

City Council

The Commerce City Council will discuss several action items, including adopting Jackson County’s 2025 Hazard Mitigation Plan and considering the 2026 Jackson County Emergency Operations Plan. It will consider an intergovernmental agreement to lease CFD Station 2 to Jackson County EMS and the purchase of approximately 3.129 acres at 204 Carson Street from the Boys & Girls Club of Jackson County. Additional items include a commercial rezoning request for 1432 Hospital Road, a fence‑height amendment to the Unified Development Code, and FY 26 budget amendments.

• Resolution adopting Jackson County's 2025 Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Consider adoption of the 2026 Jackson County Emergency Operations Plan
• Approve Intergovernmental Agreement to lease CFD Station 2 for Jackson County EMS
• Approve purchase of ~3.129 acres (Tract No. 2) at 204 Carson St (Parcel # C16 067B) from the Boys & Girls Club of Jackson County
• Consider rezoning of ~3.00 acres at 1432 Hospital Rd from R‑1 to C‑2 (Jerry Baker applicant)

City Council

El Concejo de Commerce City considerará varios puntos en su sesión de trabajo del 6 de julio, incluyendo una solicitud de rezonificación de 3 acres en Hospital Rd de residencial a comercial, la aprobación de las enmiendas al presupuesto del FY26 y un acuerdo intergubernamental con el condado de Jackson para servicios de EMS. Otros puntos incluyen la compra de una parcela de 3.129 acres en 204 Carson St y un nuevo acuerdo de SRO con las Escuelas de Commerce City. El concejo también discutirá mejoras en el cementerio y enmiendas a las ordenanzas sobre la mitigación de molestias y permisos de demolición.

• Rezonificación de 3 acres en 1432 Hospital Rd (Parcel 020 019F1) de R-1 a C-2
• Compra de 3.129 acres en 204 Carson St del Boys & Girls Club of Jackson County
• Aprobación de las enmiendas al presupuesto del FY26 (no se especifican montos)
• Acuerdo intergubernamental con el condado de Jackson para arrendar la CFD Station 2 para EMS
• Acuerdo intergubernamental con las Escuelas de Commerce City para Oficiales de Recursos Escolares

City Council

El Concejo Municipal llevará a cabo una audiencia pública sobre el presupuesto municipal del año fiscal 2026-2027. Los puntos de acción incluyen el establecimiento de una nueva tarifa eléctrica para el Commerce City School System y la readopción del Unified Development Code con enmiendas. El concejo también considerará un acuerdo intergubernamental con la Jackson County Sheriff's Office para la compra de K-9 Argus y aprobará el cierre de calles para el evento Summer in the City el 27 de junio de 2026.

• Audiencia pública sobre el presupuesto municipal del año fiscal 2026-2027
• Establecer una tarifa eléctrica 'School' para el Commerce City School System, terminando el acuerdo de 2014 a partir del 1 de julio
• Readopción del Unified Development Code con enmiendas
• IGA con la Jackson County Sheriff's Office para la compra de K-9 Argus
• Aprobación de cierres de calles para el evento Summer in the City en Little, Oak y Pine Streets el 27 de junio de 2026, de 12:00pm a 11:00pm

City Council

Planning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación de Commerce llevará a cabo audiencias públicas y votará sobre una solicitud de rezonificación de 29.54 acres en US Hwy 441 de residencial agrícola a comercial general, y sobre dos planos preliminares para nuevas subdivisiones. La comisión también recibirá actualizaciones del concejo municipal y discutirá otros asuntos.

• Rezonificación de ±29.54 acres en US Hwy 441 (Mapa/Parcela 009 014) de AR a C-2, solicitante: Regal Investment Holdings
• Plano preliminar para 36 lotes fuera de Mt Olive Rd y Charleston Avenue (Mapa/Parcela 020 009X), solicitante: Barry D. Lord
• Plano preliminar para PUD en 1134 State Street (Mapa/Parcela 009 028), solicitante: Ken Gary

The Planning Commission unanimously approved two rezoning requests: about 29.5 acres on US Hwy 441 South from agricultural-residential to general commercial, and about 0.83 acres at 170 Cardiology Place from single-family residential to neighborhood commercial. Two preliminary plats were tabled: a 36-lot subdivision off Mt Olive Rd and Charleston Ave, and a 23.4-acre PUD at 1134 State Street. No public hearings were held on data centers or convenience stores.

• Unanimously approved rezoning PR26-0001 for 29.54 acres on US 441 South (AR to C-2)
• Unanimously approved rezoning PR25-0013 for 0.83 acres at 170 Cardiology Place (R-1 to C-1)
• Unanimously tabled preliminary plat PSP26-0002 (Northwood Phase 3, 36 lots) until next meeting
• Unanimously tabled preliminary plat PSP26-0003 (1134 State Street, PUD) until next meeting
• Unanimously approved minutes of April 27, 2026 meeting

Planning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación de Comercio considerará una solicitud de rezonificación para 0.83 acres en 170 Cardiology Place de residencial unifamiliar a comercial de vecindario. Otros puntos incluyen la adopción del mapa oficial de zonificación, la elección de funcionarios, un cambio de nombre para el desarrollo Whitemill Village a Hillstone Preserve, y un permiso de uso condicional para recreación interior en 1416 South Broad Street.

• Rezonificación de 170 Cardiology Place (0.83 acres, parcela C09 018) de R-1 a C-1
• Adopción del Mapa Oficial de Zonificación
• Cambio de nombre del plano preliminar de Whitemill Village a Hillstone Preserve (aprox. 86 acres en White Hill School Road)
• Permiso de uso condicional para recreación interior comercial en 1416 South Broad Street
• Elección anual de Presidente, Vicepresidente y Secretario

The Planning Commission approved the official zoning map, elected Erin Moore as chair, and unanimously approved a conditional use permit for indoor recreation and an annexation request. The meeting also included the approval of minutes and a preliminary plat name change.

• Approved minutes from February 23, 2026 (unanimous)
• Elected Erin Moore as Chair (unanimous)
• Approved official zoning map (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permit for indoor recreation at 1416 South Broad Street (unanimous)
• Approved annexation of 3 parcels to C-1 zoning (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plat name change to Hillstone Preserve (unanimous)
• Discussed Game Machine Ordinance and Historic Preservation Committee vacancies
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

El Concejo Municipal revisará varios temas de acción, incluida la compra de bienes inmuebles y varios acuerdos de servicios. La orden del día también incluye una solicitud para reclasificar aproximadamente 29,54 acres en US Hwy 441 South.

• Compra de +/- 3,129 acres en 204 Carson St del Boys & Girls Club of Jackson County
• Reclasificación de +/- 29,54 acres en US Hwy 441 South de AR a C-2
• Acuerdo de Alquiler y Horario de Tarifas para los Campos y Parques del Departamento de Recreación
• Acuerdo de Venta de Contratos de Agua con la Ciudad de Maysville
• Acuerdo Intergubernamental con el Gobierno del Condado de Banks sobre la Estrategia de Servicio de Agua y Alcantarillado

The council approved the purchase of 3.129 acres at 204 Carson St from the Boys & Girls Club for $106,000. Additional approvals included water service agreements, park rental schedules, and rezoning for a commercial property on US Hwy 441 South.

• Approved April and May 2026 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved purchase of +/- 3.129 acres at 204 Carson St for $106,000 (4-0)
• Approved Recreation Department rental agreement and fee schedule (4-0)
• Approved water contract sales agreement with City of Maysville (4-0)
• Approved participation in Amicus Brief in Chang v. City of Milton (4-0)
• Approved intergovernmental agreement with Banks County for water/sewer strategy (4-0)
• Approved 'Run for Hope' 5K and street slowdowns (4-0)
• Approved 2026 downtown event street and venue closures (4-0)

City Council

El Concejo Municipal considerará múltiples puntos, incluyendo una rezonificación, contratos de agua y aprobaciones de eventos. Una solicitud de rezonificación de Regal Investment Holdings busca cambiar 29.54 acres en US Hwy 441 de agrícola a comercial general. El concejo también votará sobre un contrato de agua con Maysville y un acuerdo intergubernamental de agua/alcantarillado con Banks County. Adicionalmente, considerarán tarifas de alquiler para campos de recreación, la participación en un escrito de amicus curiae y cierres de calles para los Eventos del Centro de 2026 y una carrera 5K.

• Rezonificación de 29.54 acres en US Hwy 441 South (Map 009 014) de AR a C-2
• Contrato de agua con City of Maysville
• Acuerdo intergubernamental de agua/alcantarillado con Banks County
• Resolución para unirse al escrito de amicus curiae en Chang v. City of Milton
• Acuerdo de alquiler y programa de tarifas para campos de recreación y parques

The City Council approved an executive session to discuss legal and personnel issues. The session was called by Mayor Clark Hill and concluded with a unanimous vote to exit the session. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved executive session for legal and personnel matters (6-0)
• Unanimously voted to exit executive session (6-0)

Planning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación discutirá y potencialmente votará sobre varios puntos, incluyendo una solicitud de rezonificación de residencial a comercial en Hospital Road, dos aprobaciones de planos preliminares para desarrollos residenciales y una readopción del Código de Desarrollo Unificado con enmiendas. Se ha programado una audiencia pública para la solicitud de rezonificación.

• Rezonificación PR26-0002: 3 acres en 1432 Hospital Rd de R-1 a C-2 (General Commercial)
• Plano preliminar PSP26-0003: aprobación de plano PUD en 23.4 acres en 1134 State Street
• Plano preliminar PSP26-0002: 36 lotes en 13.854 acres fuera de Mt Olive Rd y Charleston Avenue
• Readopción del Código de Desarrollo Unificado con enmiendas

The commission approved the April 27 meeting minutes, tabled two preliminary plat applications, and unanimously readopted the Unified Development Code with amendments. The rezoning request for 1432 Hospital Rd was also tabled, and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved April 27 minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled PSP26-0003 preliminary plat (unanimous)
• Tabled PSP26-0002 preliminary plat (unanimous)
• Readopted Unified Development Code with amendments (unanimous)
• Tabled rezoning request PR26-0002 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

El Concejo Municipal considerará la adjudicación de una oferta para las renovaciones de la Fase 2 de Ridling Field a WL Griffin LLC por $676,808.30, una solicitud de rezonificación para 170 Cardiology Place, y varios acuerdos que incluyen servicios de asesoría de inversión, un centro de votación para las elecciones municipales y un contrato de vivienda para el sheriff. También se discutirá el cierre de una calle para el Art-Tique Festival y una solicitud de venta de cerveza y vino en una estación de Texaco.

• Adjudicación de RFP26-010 Ridling Field Renovations Phase 2 a WL Griffin LLC por $676,808.30
• Rezonificación de 170 Cardiology Place (0.83 acres) de R-1 a C-1
• Acuerdo con Buckhead Capital Management para servicios de asesoría de inversión
• Acuerdo del Centro de Votación de Elecciones del Condado de Jackson para trasladar las elecciones municipales al Commerce Administrative Complex
• Solicitud para la venta minorista de cerveza y vino en 3243 Maysville Road (Texaco)

The City Council adopted a new investment policy and authorized the move of municipal elections to the Commerce Administration Complex starting in 2027. The council also approved a one-year contract with Buckhead Capital Management for investment advisory services.

• Adopted City Investment Policy
• Authorized moving municipal elections to Commerce Administration Complex
• Approved investment advisory services agreement with Buckhead Capital Management
• Approved Jackson County Sheriff's Housing and Booking Contract ($60 per person per day)
• Approved rezoning of 170 Cardiology Place to C-1 (6-0)

City Council

Esta es una sesión de trabajo del Concejo de Commerce City. Considerarán varias adjudicaciones de contratos, incluyendo la adquisición y operación de la Commerce Fiber Network a Truvista Communications, el reencarpetado de carreteras por $580,265 y servicios de auditoría por $215,250. También están pendientes de aprobación los cambios en las tarifas de recolección de residuos sólidos, un programa de tarifas de alquiler de recintos, una transferencia de propiedad, una enmienda al plan de jubilación y una zona de eventos especiales para el Art-Tique Vintage Market. Adicionalmente, el concejo discutirá una campaña de concientización sobre el autismo del departamento de policía.

• Considerar la adjudicación de la RFP 26-007 para la adquisición/operación de Commerce Fiber Network a Truvista Communications of Georgia LLC
• Considerar la adjudicación de la RFP 26-011 para el reencarpetado LMIG 2026 a All About Asphalt por $580,265 (Wood St., Mercury St., Orchard Cir., Shankle Heights, N. Bowden St., Bolton Dr.)
• Considerar la adjudicación de la RFP 26-012 para servicios de auditoría a Bates Carter, LLC por $215,250 (FY2026-2030)
• Considerar la aprobación de las nuevas Tarifas del Servicio de Recolección de Residuos Sólidos efectivas el 1 de julio de 2026
• Considerar la aprobación de la transferencia de la propiedad inmobiliaria en 1645 S Elm Street a la Downtown Development Authority

At an April 6 work session, the City Council voted 6-0 to approve the sale and operation of the Commerce fiber network to Truvista Communications of Georgia, LLC. The deal includes $150,000 cash, free dark fiber for 10 years, and discounted internet. Other items were discussed but not voted on: a $580,265 paving contract, a $215,250 audit contract, a solid waste rate increase of $0.23, a GMEB retirement plan amendment, venue rental fees, a property transfer to the DDA, and a special event zone for Art-Tique Market.

• Approved RFP 26-007 acquisition and operation of Commerce Fiber Network – award to Truvista Communications of Georgia LLC for $150,000, plus 10-year free dark fiber and 50% internet discount (6-0)

City Council

El Concejo de Commerce discutirá varios contratos y aprobaciones de proyectos, incluyendo un estudio de viabilidad hotelera y adquisiciones de servidumbres para el Proyecto Grove Creek WPCP. Los puntos de acción también cubren un contrato de servicio eléctrico para Walmart, actualizaciones de las tarifas de alquiler del centro cívico y cierres de calles para el Desfile de Pascua. La reunión incluye informes rutinarios y un reconocimiento especial al departamento de policía.

• Adenda al contrato CMAR de Grove Creek
• Resoluciones para adquirir servidumbres para el Proyecto Grove Creek WPCP
• Contrato de Servicio de Energía Eléctrica con Walmart (10725 Old Federal Road, Carnesville, GA)
• Adjudicación del contrato de Análisis de Viabilidad Hotelera a Core Distinction por $17,500
• Cierres de calles en Little St, Oak St, Church St y College Ave para el Desfile de Pascua el 28 de marzo

The City Council approved contracts for a hotel feasibility study and electric power service, new Civic Center rental rates, and street closures for Easter Parade and Touch-a-Truck events. The council also lifted a moratorium on games and game rooms.

• Approved Hotel Feasibility Analysis contract ($17,500)
• Approved Electric Power Service Contract for Walmart (60 months)
• Approved new Civic Center rental rates ($45-$60 per hour)
• Approved street closures for Easter Parade (March 28)
• Approved closure of State Street Parking Lot for Touch-a-Truck (April 21)
• Lifted moratorium on games and game rooms
• Approved minutes from January and February 2026 meetings
• Approved Grove Creek WPCP easement resolutions