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Monday, March 15, 2021 7:00 PM Smyrna Community Center Large Gym
200 Village Green Circle SE
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Rollcall
Present: 8 - Mayor Derek Norton, Councilmember Glenn Pickens, Councilmember
Austin Wagner, Councilmember Travis Lindley, Councilmember Charles
Welch, Councilmember Susan Wilkinson, Councilmember Tim Gould and
Councilmember Lewis Wheaton
Also Present: 1 - Jeffrey Tucker
Call to Order
Staff: 7 - Joe Bennett, Penny Moceri, Heather Peacon-Corn, Russell Martin, Joey
Staubes, Dat Luu and Tina Monaghan
Mayor Derek Norton called the March 15, 2021 Mayor and Council Meeting to order at
7:00 PM.
1. Invocation and Pledge:
Rev. Derek Porter, Smyrna First United Methodist Church (1315 Concord Rd) delivered
the Invocation and led all in the Pledge of Allegiance.
2. Agenda Changes:
There were no agenda changes.
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3. Mayoral Report:
4. Land Issues/Zonings/Annexations:
A. 2021-025 Public Hearing - V21-006 - Reduce rear setback from 30 feet to 20 feet
- Land Lot 526 - 1335 Cliffwood Drive - Jarrett King
Ward 6 Councilmember Tim Gould asked Community Development Director Rusty
Martin to supply the background information.
Mr. Martin provided a power point presentation. The applicant is requesting to reduce
the rear setback from 30 feet to 20 feet to create an addition to an existing
single-family home at 1335 Cliffwood Drive. The development standards established by
the City for the R-15 zoning district require a rear setback of 30 feet. At the February
24, 2021 License and Variance Board Meeting, the request was deferred to the March
15, 2021 Mayor and Council Meeting. The subject parcel is a 0.44-acre lot located on
the northeast of the intersection of Hayes Drive and Cliffwood Drive (see Figure 1). The
subject property and all adjacent properties are zoned
R-15 and are all occupied with single-family detached homes. The applicant is
proposing to build a 1, 600 square foot two-story addition functioning as a two car
garage and "mother-in-law suite" with a covered walkway leading to the main house.
There will be no door openings on the Hayes Drive side of the structure with the
exception of the garage door. Per the applicant the addition is to be used by the
applicant's family members only. The addition will have a two -car garage and
kitchenette on the first floor, on the second floor will be one bedroom, one bathroom,
an office, and a laundry room. There will not be a stove included in the addition, so a
variance for a second kitchen is not warranted. The addition will have a combination of
hardiplank, board and batten, and/or brick exterior, painted to match the existing
home. The existing home sits catty -corner on the property, pushed to the northern
edge of the property with a large front yard. According to Section 402.35, the front yard
of the property is deemed the side with the least road frontage, in this case, the
Cliffwood Drive side since it is smaller by 38 feet. Due to the orientation of the existing
structure on the property and the existing layout of the home, the most logical area to
put a garage is in the rear of the property, off of Hayes Drive. The new garage addition
will also be angled to match the existing geometry of the home to
continue the home's aesthetic from the road front to attempt to lessen any disturbance
to the surrounding neighbors. The subject property currently has two curb cuts on the
property, both off Cliffwood Drive, creating a circular driveway. To access the new
garage addition, the applicant will be creating a new driveway off of Hayes Drive,
roughly 6 feet from the property line. The City Engineer has reviewed the placement of
the new driveway and has no issues with the location. To make way for the driveway
and addition, an existing non -conforming 6-foot wooden fence will be removed while the
existing 91 square foot shed will be moved to new location further in the rear of the
property, which will maintain a 5-foot rear setback. The adjacent building to the west
will exceed the minimum 10 feet of separation from the subject property, thus no fire
suppression system is required. Community Development believes the variance
requested is the minimum variance needed to build a garage addition on to the existing
home. Community Development has received a call and email in opposition to the
request due to the structure's second floor and potential car congestion with the
addition of
another driveway. The applicant has requested a variance to allow a rear setback
reduction from 30 feet to 20 feet at 1335 Cliffwood Drive. According to Section 1403 of
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the Zoning Ordinance, variances must be reviewed under the following standards: (1)
Whether there are unique and special or extraordinary circumstances applying to the
property,- (2) Whether any alleged hardship is self created by any person having an
interest in the property, (3) Whether strict application of the relevant provisions of the
code would deprive the applicant of reasonable use of the property, and (4) Whether
the variance proposed is the minimum variance needed. Community Development has
reviewed the request against the variance review standards and found it to be
in compliance with the four (4) standards. Community Development recommends
approval of the requested variance with the following stipulations:
1. Approval of the requested variances shall be conditioned upon the development of
the property in substantial compliance with the site plan and elevations submitted with
the variance application.
2. The addition is to be utilized by family members only.
3. The applicant shall not lease, rent or sublet any space in the building addition.
4. These conditions shall run in perpetuity with the property and as such are also
applicable to any future owner.
Councilmember Gould offered some explanation to those present as to why this went
before Mayor & Council rather than the License and Variance Board. Several
variations were presented. Applicant worked with Community Development.
Councilmember Charles "Corkey" Welch sought clarity that it would be a 1600 square
foot addition with two car garage, small living space with kitchenette.
The applicant, Jarrett King, came forward and thanked community Development for the
recommendation. It is intended to be used for family only. She was concerned about
resale value due to the stipulation. While it is intended to be utilized by an aging
mother, a future owner may wish to purpose the space in a different manor but the
stipulation would restrict that. Ms. King also expressed the difficulty in enforcing the
stipulation.
Councilmember Susan Wilkinson commented that code enforcement would handle the
enforcement if a future owner would want to rent the additional space rather than use
for family.
Councilmember Austin Wagner asked when it becomes a violation if you have a friend
stay rather than a family member. What becomes the time when it becomes a
violation?
Councilmember Wilkinson said she believes it is in the ordinance and asked Mr.
Martin to speak to that. Three or less unrelated persons for an extended period of time
as far as meeting the definition of a family.
Councilmember Welch was concerned about the rental aspect of the property.
Second dwellings on single family lot are not something he wants popping up
everywhere. Mr. Martin said the stipulation on this property keeps this from happening.
Mayor Derek Norton announced the public hearing and no one came forward to speak.
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Councilmember Gould made a motion to approve with a second by Councilmember
Wheaton.
Councilmember Welch wanted to make sure all the stipulations were included in the
motion.
Councilmember Wilkinson asked about the two car garage aspect. She wanted to
make sure that the two car garage was the priority purpose of the addition.
Councilmember Tim Gould made a motion to approve V21-006 - Reduce rear setback
from 30 feet to 20 feet - Land Lot 526 - 1335 Cliffwood Drive - Jarrett King; with
additional stipulation as read aloud. Councilmember Lewis Wheaton seconded the
motion.
The motion to approve with the additional stipulation as read aloud was carried by the
following vote:
Aye: 7 - Councilmember Pickens, Councilmember Wagner, Councilmember Lindley,
Councilmember Welch, Councilmember Wilkinson, Councilmember Gould
and Councilmember Wheaton
B. Public Hearing - Variance Request - V21-028 - Allow variances for lot
size, lot width, front, side, and rear setback for annexation of a
non -conforming lot - Land Lot 519 - 0.192 acres - 2474 Adams Dr -
Richard Griffin and Ron Dickinson
Ward 3 Councilmember Travis Lindley asked Community Development Director Rusty
Martin to come forward and provide background information.
Mr. Martin reviewed a power point presentation on the variance request. The applicant
is requesting approval to annex one existing lot of record from Cobb County into the
city and retain the existing R-20 zoning category. The property is currently occupied
with one residential structure. The existing structure will be demolished for the
construction of a new single-family home. The existing lot is non -conforming with
respect to the R-20 zoning district and requires several variances. The Planning Board
recommended approval by a vote of 7-0 at the March 8, 2021 meeting. Community
Development has reviewed the proposed plat against the requirements of the R-20
zoning district. The variances are necessary to redevelop the property as it is currently
non -conforming. The subject property will maintain an R-20 zoning classification and
will not increase the density for the property as one home currently occupies the
property. Community Development recommends approval of the requested variances
with the following conditions:
1. The minimum lot size shall be 8,351 sq. ft.
2.The minimum lot width shall be 62 ft.
3.The minimum front setback shall be 15 ft.
4. The minimum side setback shall be 5 ft.
5. The minimum rear setback shall be 15 ft.
6.Approval is conditioned upon substantial compliance with the site plan submitted
February 18, 2021 and prepared by LandTec Surveying.
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Councilmember Susan Wilkinson asked what was in the City and what was out in
terms of the properties in the area. It is in unincorporated island by Belmont.
Mayor Norton announced the public hearing and no one came forward to speak.
This was a non voting agenda item so no motion was made and no vote was taken.
C. ORD2021-06 Approval of Ordinance ORD2021-06 - Annexation request (100% owners
requesting annexation) - all tract or parcel (Parcel #17051900250) of
land lying and being in Land Lot 519 of the 17th District, 2nd Section,
Cobb County, Georgia; a total of less than one (1) acre; 8500 Sq. ft., and
being a portion of lots 63 and 64 of the J.H. Taylor subdivision, also
known as 2474 Adams Drive, Smyrna, GA 30080, will be effective April
1, 2021 and part of Ward 3 and authorizes the Mayor to sign and execute
all related documents.
Councilmember Travis Lindley made a motion to approve Ordinance ORD2021-06 -
Annexation request (100% owners requesting annexation) - all tract or parcel (Parcel
#17051900250) of land lying and being in Land Lot 519 of the 17th District, 2nd
Section, Cobb County, Georgia; a total of less than one (1) acre; 8500 Sq. ft., and
being a portion of lots 63 and 64 of the J.H. Taylor subdivision, also known as 2474
Adams Drive, Smyrna, GA 30080, will be effective April 1, 2021 and part of Ward 3 and
authorizes the Mayor to sign and execute all related documents. Councilmember
Austin Wagner seconded the motion.
The motion to approve was carried by the following vote:
Aye: 7 - Councilmember Pickens, Councilmember Wagner, Councilmember Lindley,
Councilmember Welch, Councilmember Wilkinson, Councilmember Gould
and Councilmember Wheaton
D. 2021-110 FINAL VOTE - Variance Request - V21-028 - Allow variances for lot
size, lot width, front, side, and rear setback for annexation of a
non -conforming lot - Land Lot 519 - 0.192 acres - 2474 Adams Dr -
Richard Griffin and Ron Dickinson
Councilmember Travis Lindley asked if the applicants were present and invited them to
speak if they were interested. The applicants were present but choose not to speak.
Councilmember Travis Lindley made a motion to approve Variance Request - V21-028 -
Allow variances for lot size, lot width, front, side, and rear setback for annexation of a
non -conforming lot - Land Lot 519 - 0.192 acres - 2474 Adams Dr - Richard Griffin and
Ron Dickinson. Councilmember Austin Wagner seconded the motion.
The motion to approve was carried by the following vote:
Aye: 7 - Councilmember Pickens, Councilmember Wagner, Councilmember Lindley,
Councilmember Welch, Councilmember Wilkinson, Councilmember Gould
and Councilmember Wheaton
E. _ Public Hearing - Zoning Request - Z21-003 - Allow rezoning from R-15
and R-20 (Cobb County) to R-8-Conditional for the development of five
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single-family detached homes at a density of 4.07 units per acre - 1.23
acres - Land Lot 632 - 2783 Mildred Place, 2791, 2801, and 2811
Madison Street - Baebrook LLC
Councilmember Travis Lindley asked Mr. Rusty Martin to come forward with the
background information presentation.
Community Development Director Rusty Martin presented a power point of information
pertaining to this zoning request and its related annexation. Baebrook LLC is seeking
approval of a rezoning for 2783 Mildred Place & 2791, 2801, and 2811 Madison Street
from R-15 & R-20 (County) to R-8-Conditional. The applicant is
proposing to subdivide the four parcels into five lots to construct five individual
single-family detached residences at a density of 4.07 units per acre. The Planning
Board recommended approval by a vote of 6-0 at the February 8, 2021 meeting. :
Community Development recommends approval of the rezoning from R-15 & R-20
(County) to R-8-Conditional for the development of five single-family units at a density
of 4.07 units per acre with the following conditions:
Standard Conditions
Requirements # 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 12, and 17 from Section 1201 of the Zoning Code
are not applicable. The following requirements remain applicable.
1. The composition of the homes in a residential subdivision shall include a mixture of
elements including; but not limited to: brick, stone, shake, hardy plank and stucco.
No elevation shall be comprised of 100% hardy plank siding. The residences whose
lots abut external roadways shall not be permitted to utilize hardy plank for any
elevation facing these roads.
2.All utilities within the development shall be underground.
3. The developer shall be responsible for any traffic improvements (including additional
right-of-way dedications) deemed necessary by either the City or the County during
construction plan review. Sidewalks shall be provided by the developer inside the
subdivision and outside the subdivision adjacent to any public right-of-way consistent
with citys requirements for the extent of the development. A grass buffer with a
minimum width of two feet shall be provided between the back of curb and sidewalk.
4. No debris may be buried on any lot or common area.
5. The developer will comply with the City's current tree ordinance. All required tree
protection measures shall be adhered to by the developer during construction.
6.All landscape plans must be prepared, stamped, and signed by a Georgia
Registered Landscape Architect for any common areas or entrances.
7.All yards and common areas are to be sodded, and landscaped. Irrigate as
appropriate.
8.All single-family and/or duplex residential lots shall provide the following at the time
of certificate of occupancy: either four 3" caliper trees or three 4" caliper trees. The
following species of trees may be used: Nuttall Oak, Swamp Chestnut Oak, Allee Elm,
and Village Green Zelkova. Other species may be used if approved by the City.
Special Conditions
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9. The development shall maintain the following setbacks:
Front - 20'
Side - 5'
Rear - 20'
10. The minimum lot size shall be 6,587 sq. ft.
11. The minimum lot width shall be 47.5 feet.
12.Driveway - 20' minimum length from building face to private driveway.
13.The private drive shall be a minimum of a 20 ft. easement with 16 ft. paved surface.
14. The developer shall install a 5 ft. sidewalk and 2 ft. grass strip at the frontage of
property along Mildred Place and Madison Street.
15.All structures will be built to a maximum height of 35' as measured from the
sidewalk along the front elevation.
16. The developer shall meet all fire access requirements deemed necessary by the
Fire Marshal during construction plan review.
17. The developer shall be responsible for any water and sewer improvements deemed
necessary by the Public Works Director during construction plan review.
18. The developer shall be responsible for any stormwater improvements deemed
necessary by the City Engineer.
19.Approval of the subject property for the R-8 zoning district shall be conditioned
upon the development of the property in substantial compliance with the site plan
submitted 21112021 and created by DGM Land Planning Consultants and all zoning
stipulations above.
20.Approval of the subject property shall be conditioned upon substantial compliance
with the elevations submitted on 112712021.
Councilmember Tim Gould noted that it is an unusual plan with the common area
being in the back of the property. He is concerned that it will set a precedent for the
area. He wanted to know what could be done to prevent that from happening.
Councilmember Wilkinson said that the common area would belong to ali five homes.
She is concemed about two of the homes being able to access that space. Mr. Martin
explained that there will be a mandatory HOA which will insure maintenance as well as
access to the shared space.
Mayor Norton invited the applicant to come forward. Mr. David Meyer, a designer from
the architect firm came forward to speak of the plan. Emphasized the support of staff
as well as the Planning and Zoning Commission. Sales price with lot and house
starting at $550, 000 to $625, 000.
Mayor Norton opened the public hearing and a resident came forward to be swom in
and speak.
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Ms. Lisa Przepasniak, 2748 Madison Street lives nearby so she will face the
development outside of her window. She would like neighborhood outreach from the
developers in the future so she doesn't feel blindsided.
Mr. Steve Nance, the developer of Baebrook came up and noted that the neighborhood
was totally family focused. The common area was designed to be a safe place for
families to play. He had his family with him as well as the realtor who will handle the
sales of the home. Homes will be built on crawl space rather than slabs, they will have
a master on main and focused on doing what is best for families. Son in law has
owned the property for 17 years and the family saw it as a great opportunity to give
younger families a nice place to live.
This was a non voting agenda item so there was no motion made or vote taken
F. ORD2021-03 Approval of Ordinance ORD2021-03 - Annexation request (100% owners
requesting annexation) - all tract or parcel (Parcel #17063200850) of
land lying and being in Land Lot 632 of the 17th District, 2nd Section,
Cobb County, Georgia; a total of 0.2683 acres, being known as 2791
Madison Street, Smyrna, GA 30080, will be effective April 1, 2021 and
part of Ward 3 and authorizes the Mayor to sign and execute all related
documents.
Councilmember Travis Lindley asked Mr. Rusty Martin of Community Development to
come forward to clarify the zoning map.
Councilmember Travis Lindley made a motion to approve Ordinance ORD2021-03 -
Annexation request (100% owners requesting annexation) - all tract or parcel (Parcel
#17063200850) of land lying and being in Land Lot 632 of the 17th District, 2nd
Section, Cobb County, Georgia; a total of 0.2683 acres, being known as 2791 Madison
Street, Smyrna, GA 30080, will be effective April 1, 2021 and part of Ward 3 and
authorizes the Mayor to sign and execute all related documents. Councilmember
Charles "Corkey" Welch seconded the motion.
The motion to approve was carried by the following vote:
Aye: 7 - Councilmember Pickens, Councilmember Wagner, Councilmember Lindley,
Councilmember Welch, Councilmember Wilkinson, Councilmember Gould
and Councilmember Wheaton
G. 2021-108 FINAL VOTE - Zoning Request - Z21-003 - Allow rezoning from R-15
and R-20 (Cobb County) to R-8-Conditional for the development of five
single-family detached homes at a density of 4.07 units per acre - 1.23
acres - Land Lot 632 - 2783 Mildred Place, 2791, 2801, and 2811
Madison Street - Baebrook LLC
Councilmember Travis Lindley made a motion to approve Zoning Request - Z21-003 -
Allow rezoning from R-15 and R-20 (Cobb County) to R-B-Conditional for the
development of five single-family detached homes at a density of 4.07 units per acre -
1.23 acres - Land Lot 632 - 2783 Mildred Place, 2791, 2801, and 2811 Madison Street
- Baebrook LLC. Councilmember Tim Gould seconded the motion.
The motion to approve was carried by the following vote:
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Aye: 7 - Councilmember Pickens, Councilmember Wagner, Councilmember Lindley,
Councilmember Welch, Councilmember Wilkinson, Councilmember Gould
and Councilmember Wheaton
H. 2020-233 Public Hearing - Zoning Request - Z20-006 - Rezoning from NS &
RM-10 - Conditional for the development of 10 single-family attached
townhomes at a density of 9.3 units per acre - 1.08 acres - Land Lot 669 -
3302 Atlanta Road - Edgeline, LLC - This item will be tabled to the April
19, 2021 Mayor & Council meeting.
Councilmember Travis Lindley made a motion to table Zoning Request - Z20-006 -
Rezoning from NS & RM-10 - Conditional for the development of 10 single-family
attached townhomes at a density of 9.3 units per acre - 1.08 acres - Land Lot 669 -
3302 Atlanta Road - Edgeline, LLC - to the April 19, 2021 Mayor & Council meeting at
the request of the applicant. Councilmember Charles "Corkey" Welch seconded the
motion.
The motion to table was carried by the following vote:
Aye: 7 - Councilmember Pickens, Councilmember Wagner, Councilmember Lindley,
Councilmember Welch, Councilmember Wilkinson, Councilmember Gould
and Councilmember Wheaton
I. RES2021-01 Public Hearing - Approval of a moratorium on the acceptance of
rezoning and variance applications seeking to develop or otherwise use
the property as a townhome or for a townhome development from March
15, 2021 to September 15, 2021.
City Administrator Joe Bennett provided the background information on the agenda
item. The City Council has received complaints regarding the lack of development and
architectural standards for townhome developments. The moratorium would provide the
City the opportunity to evaluate existing design standards for new townhome units and
to consider amendments to the zoning ordinances regarding townhome developments.
The request is to establish a moratorium on the acceptance of rezoning and variance
applications for townhome developments starting March 15, 2021 and extending
through and including September 15, 2021, unless the moratorium is terminated
sooner by an act of the City Council. Community Development recommends approval
of a moratorium on the acceptance of rezoning and variance
applications seeking to develop or otherwise use the property as a townhome or for a
townhome development from March 15, 2021 to September 15, 2021.
Mayor Derek Norton announced the public hearing and no one came forward to speak.
Councilmember Tim Gould offered a little explanation into the background of this item.
Councilmember Austin Wagner noted that he is passionate about housing. He has an
issue with building standards, but he doesn't feel like it should require a moratorium.
He feels like this may put the city in the wrong direction and that something like this
may hurt or hinder the desire of developers to move forward with economic
development. Recent development discussions have gotten stretched out way too
much and have forced applicants to jump through way too many hoops. Mr. Wagner is
concerned that this may potentially affect future affordable housing in Smyrna
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Mayor Norton said his focus is to put town homes into their own zoning category like
most other cities have already done.
Assistant City Attorney Jeffrey Tucker asked Community Development Director Rusty
Martin to offer his input.
Mr, Martin said the need for the moratorium is to allow time to look at the issue without
the pressure of incoming applications. This will not affect prior applications, but will
halt anything new for the time being. The moratorium can be ended earlier if all
concerns are addressed sooner.
Councilmember Gould said the benefits of this is that developers can come to the
table with clear expectations of what the city is seeking in terms of town home
developments.
Councilmember Tim Gould made a motion to approve RES2021-01 Moratorium on the
acceptance of rezoning and variance applications seeking to develop or otherwise use
the property as a townhome or for a townhome development from March 15, 2021 to
September 15, 2021. Councilmember Charles "Corkey" Welch seconded the motion.
The motion to approve was carried by the following vote:
Aye: 6 - Councilmember Pickens, Councilmember Lindley, Councilmember Welch,
Councilmember Wilkinson, Councilmember Gould and Councilmember
Wheaton
Nay: 1 - Councilmember Wagner
6. Privilege Licenses:
There were no privilege licenses.
6. Formal Business:
There was no formal business.
7. Commercial Building Permits:
There were no commercial building permits.
8. Consent Agenda:
City Administrator Joe Bennett read aloud the consent agenda at the request of Mayor
Norton.
Councilmember Travis Lindley made a motion to approve the consent agenda as read
aloud by City Administrator Joe Bennett. Councilmember Lewis Wheaton seconded
the motion.
The motion to approve was carried by the following vote:
Aye: 7 - Councilmember Pickens, Councilmember Wagner, Councilmember Lindley,
Councilmember Welch, Councilmember Wilkinson, Councilmember Gould
and Councilmember Wheaton
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MIN2021-15 Approval of the February 25, 2021 Committee of the Whole Meeting
Minutes.
MIN2021-16 Approval of the March 1, 2021 Pre -Council Meeting Minutes.
MIN2021-17 Approval of the March 1, 2021 Mayor and Council Meeting Minutes.
2021-098 Authorization to enter into a contract with OpenGov for an all in -one online
citizen service platform for permitting, licensing, plan review and
inspections in the amount of $149,202.00, to be funded out of the CIP
Fund Balance.
Ward / Committee Reports:
Councilmember Tim Gould took a moment to speak about a nonprofit mentoring
program for school aged children. Their annual fund raiser is coming up and he will
post the information on his Facebook page.
Councilmember Lewis Wheaton thanked the police and fire departments for their
assistance with a fire that happened in Ward 7 over the weekend. He spoke of a Town
Hall virtual meeting that would be taking place on Tuesday, March 16, 2021
Show Cause Hearings:
11. Citizen Input:
12. Adjournment:
There were no show cause hearings.
Ms. Sally Knox, 3421 Navajo Trail, has lived in the Smyma/Vinings area since 1984.
Currently lives in Creatwood Forrest and is here to ask for support and help with a
couple of issues. The entrance off of Atlanta Road is lacking a monument sign. The
subdivision does not have an HOA so the residents have to raise the money for the
sign. She asked if the city could work on improving the blinded entrance. This
Saturday is their first Keep Smyma Beautiful clean up day. Ms. Knox also spoke
about two small businesses that are close by and that they need help due to COVID.
~She asked for reduction in sign application fee and that the areas that are the City's be
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Ms: Nakita Arnold from Fifth Third Bank which is opening up a new location in May on
.South -Cobb Drive came to introduce herself and provide Mayor and Council with the
new design of the branch. Cafe style banking center which is a new concept. The
grand opening is May 3rd and she invited everyone to come out and celebrate.
Mayor Derek Norton adjourned the March 15, 2021 Mayor and Council meeting at 8:18
PM.
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March 15, 2021 MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEETING
DEREK NORTON
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CHARLES A. WELCH, WARD 4
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