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• 16% of projects were within Smyrna • 246 home hazards were eliminated. 483 Volunteers donated over 2300 hours of service ❖ National Study (including RTA) about the impact of home repairs ▪ 7 in 10 people who received repairs reported low or no chance of falling ▪ 2/3 of neighbors who reported their health improved after the repairs were completed ▪ 9 in 10 of neighbors felt less stress about home repairs and maintenance ▪ 9 in 10 of neighbors who received repairs now plan to age in place ▪ 3 in 5 neighbors who received repairs say their homes are more valuable as an asset Why home repair programs? Age in place in home and community *88% of older adults want to age in their homes *Annual savings – $60,999+ person Improved physical health and safety * Home modifications like grab bars, ramps, and stair repairs can reduce fall-related injuries by up to 50% Neighborhood Stability *Studies show that home repair programs increase property values and prevent displacement, strengthen community ties and reduces housing turnover ROI *For every $1 spend on critical home repairs, communities can save up to $2-$3 in public costs (first responders / code enforcement) *Annual cost for homeless services 40,000-60,000 per year per person *Average cost of critical home repairs is typically $7,000-$15,000 City of Smyrna Senior Home Repair Program • Up to $10,000 in repairs per home • Extremely Low Income (XLI) or Very Low Income (VLI) as defined by HUD • Age 62+ and/or disabled • Lived in the home as the principal residence for a minimum of two (2) years (legacy residents) • Property must be an owner-occupied home • Property shall be a single-family residence (includes townhomes and condominiums) • Repairs must be focused on the improving the health and safety of the home for the homeowner • Must have homeowner’s insurance Home Repairs – Often caused by deferred maintenance. Lack of the requisite personal financial resources. Involvement with code enforcement. Most urgent (health/safety) needs 1. HVAC system repair or replacement;

2. Exterior doors and window replacements 3. Electrical rewiring, including breakers, receptacles, GFCI, switches and plates; 4. Replacement or repair of roofs, shingles, siding, decks, soffits, and gutters. 5. Plumbing/sewer repairs or replacement (line, hot water heater, toilet) 6. Accessibility improvements- Ramps, handrails, grab bars, transfer bench, walk in showers etc

7. Flooring for accessibility

8. Home hazard devices

9. Lighting for improved accessibility 10. Other items, as determined by staff. (tree removal) Public and Private Partnership Funding: CDBG: $158,000 Matching: $120,000 (cash, in kind donations, gift cards and volunteer labor) Project Value: $287,000 Volunteers: 1277 hours from 226 volunteers Corporate Partners Lockheed Martin Impact Development Partners Ferguson Trident Construction Group Unum Floor & Decor UKG Brasfield & Gorrie McCarthy Renewal by Andersen Program Statistics Number of Homes: 21 Average Age: 75 (Low-62, High-93) Household Income: 65% Extremely Low, 35% Very Low Head of Household: 70% Female, 30% Male Race/Ethnicity: 75% Black/African American, 20% White, 5% Hispanic Disability: 65% of homes served Total Residents: 28 People Home Hazards Eliminated: 146 Ward 1 61 Fair Haven Way SE; 30080 Ward 2 2570 Davenport Street, 30080 2590 Argo Drive SE; 30080 2560 Davenport Street, 30080 1968 Turpin Road SE 30080 Ward 3 2928 Reed Street SE 30080 1164 Berkley Drive SE 30082 1149 Berkley Drive SE 30082 Ward 5 2103 Spoon Court SE, 30080 3244 Hampton Court SE 30082 1024 Huntington Trace SE 30082 1022 Huntington Trace SE 30082 2106 Spoon Court SE 30080 2634 Lindwood Drive SE 30080 899 Wayland Court SE 30080 1004 Chateau Lane SE 30082 2800 Ivanhoe Lane SE 30082 2470 Pasadena Place SE 30080 Ward 6 3579 Creatwood Trail SE 30080 3499 Creatwood Trail 30080 3459 Shawnee Trail 30080 Andrew (88) & Annette (80) Smyrna Homeownership: 35 Years Income-Social Security –Extremely Low (less than $24,550) Family: Raised 7 children in the home (5 boys 2 girls) live all over US Health: Andrew is legally blind. He has diabetes. Weekly doctor’s appointments. Walks with a walker. Annette recent survivor of breast cancer and knee surgery. Both require aides for mobility. Annette is caregiver.

Food, medication and utilities take all their income and savings in a month Found Help: A neighbor Before: Leaky roof (using kilz to block the stains) Main entrance had steps and no handrails Poor lighting in house No fire/CO2 detection equipment Hallway was described as scary Leaky plumbing in bathroom Lack of self-care due to fear of falling in shower Repairs: • Roof Replacement –(Contractor) • Ramp at front door-(Contractor with volunteers) • Handrail at front door-(volunteers) • Grab Bars in Master Shower (Volunteer) • Repair Plumbing Leak in Bathroom (Contractor) • ADA Faucet in Bathroom (Contractor) • Smart Lighting in Hallway (volunteers) • LED bulbs in home (volunteers) • Handrail in hallway (volunteers) • Smoke, CO2 and fire extinguisher (volunteers) • Bath safety chair (volunteers) • Exterior painting of ramp and handrail (volunteers) • Yard cleanup/landscape (volunteers) Impact Improved Physical Health • Annette reports feeling better able to take a bath / shower • Andrew reports more exercise • Dry interior of home • Fire safety Improved Mental Health • Annette reports less worry about Andrew falling • Annette reports less stress getting to and from vehicle • Feels better about home “To all the of the wonderful, kindhearted people- We are so grateful for having all you good people come into our lives and for what you all have done in our home to make it safe and dry. So many badly needed things that will help us stay in our home. From the bottom of our hearts, God Bless you all forever one by one- THANK YOU” Annette and Andrew Florence What can you do? 1. Refer Your Neighbors In Need (senior, low income homeowner) 2. Attend a City of Smyrna Home Repair event (May 16th) 3. Refer skilled contractors to partner with RTA in this transformative work. 4. Refer Businesses to support RTA’s life changing mission.

5. Donate and Volunteer

4. Review of Current M&C Agenda

A. COW2025-045 Review of the April 21, 2025 Mayor and Council Meeting Agenda Z25-005: Councilmember Glenn Pickens will be recusing himself from this item. He left the HR Training Room at 6:30 PM. Russell Martin, Community Development Director, provided the following background: The applicant is requesting a zoning amendment for an increase in height, as well as setback and driveway length reductions. he subject property 3400 - 3420 Archerfield Way (Archerfield Subdivision) was rezoned from NS (Neighborhood Shopping) to RDA- Conditional in 2021 (221-006) to allow a subdivision with twelve (12) single-family detached homes. The site work for the development has been completed and the applicant is requesting a zoning amendment to allow an increase in building height as well as reductions to driveway length and building setbacks to build the new homes. Community Development has reviewed the proposed zoning amendment and believes the changes meet the intent of the plan approved for rezoning and should have no negative impact to the adjacent properties. Additionally, the setback reductions are necessary due to the right-of-way dedication required for the lots facing Campbell Road. Community Development Staff is supportive of the zoning amendment request. Community Development recommends approval of the zoning amendment to rezoning case 221-006 for an increase in building height as well as reductions to setbacks and driveway lengths with the following conditions: Standard Conditions (Requirement #2, 8, 16 and 17 from Section 1201 of the Zoning Code is not 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. There shall be protective covenants on all lots. These protective covenants shall be supplied to the city prior to the issuance of a building permit. 3. The developer shall provide at least 200 square feet of common space per lot. This common space shall be developed with improvements for the residential subdivision such as: gazebos, fountains, recreational/playground equipment or walking trails. The common space shall be controlled and maintained by the Homeowners Association.

4. The detention pond shall be placed and screened appropriately to be unobtrusive to homes inside and outside the development. The storm water detention plan shall be designed to create at least a 10% reduction in a 2-year to 100-year storm event. The City Engineer shall approve all plans. 5. All utilities within the development shall be underground. 6. 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 City's requirements for the extent of the development. A grass buffer with a minimum width of 2' shall be provided between the back of curb and sidewalk.

7. A strip of brick pavers or stamped concrete shall be installed on the street at the subdivision entrance for a minimum distance of 20 feet. 8. The development of any streets (including private) shall conform to the city's standards for public right-of-ways. 9. No debris may be buried on any lot or common area. 10. The developer will comply with the City's current tree ordinance (unless noted elsewhere). All required tree protection measures shall be adhered to by the developer during construction. 11. All landscape plans must be prepared, stamped, and signed by a Georgia Registered Landscape Architect for any common areas or entrances. 12. All yards and common areas are to be sodded, and landscaped. Irrigate as appropriate. Special Conditions 13. The development shall maintain the following setbacks: Front: 17' (Lot 1) 19' (Lot 2) 20' (Lots 3-12) Side – 5’ Rear – 10’ 0’ (Lots 1-12) 14. The proposed homes shall have a minimum floor area of 1,800 sq. ft. 15. The minimum lot size shall be 3,150 sq. ft. 16. The maximum impervious coverage shall be 58% per lot. 17. The minimum lot width shall be 35'. 18. The private drive shall be a minimum of 24' wide from back of curb to back of curb.