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Committee of the Whole Work Session Meeting

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A. COW2026-022 Review of the March 16, 2026 Mayor and Council Meeting Agenda Z26-100: Joey Staubes, Planner II, provided the following background: The applicant is requesting approval to subdivide two lots into three lots while retaining the existing R-15 zoning category. The property was previously approved for a four-lot subdivision with a side setback reduction from 10 ft. to 5 ft. and a lot width reduction from 85 ft. to 50 ft. The new subdivision request will allow three new single-family detached homes to be built on three separate lots utilizing the variances previously granted in V20- 073. The Planning & Zoning Commission recommended approval by a vote of 6-0 at the March 9, 2026, meeting. V26-019: Joey Staubes, Planner II, provided the following background: The applicant is requesting approval to subdivide property at 2773 Mildred Place into two (2) single-family residential lots. The applicant plans to subdivide the property within the requirements of the R15 zoning district, so no rezoning is required. The subject property is 0.89 acres with a proposed density of 2.24 units/acre which is within the Low Density Residential land use classification (under 3 units/acre). The proposed subdivision will result in two (2) lots being 23,408 sq. ft. and 16,793 sq. ft. in size. The existing home will remain and one (1) new lot will be created. The new lot (Lot 2) meets most of the R-15 zoning requirements, however, one variance is requested to reduce the lot width from 85’ to 75’. The Planning & Zoning Commission recommended approval by a vote of 6-0 at the March 9, 2026, meeting. Ordinance Revisions: Scott Cochran, City Attorney, explained that there are going to be a total of five ordinance revisions, including updates for mobile food vendors, bail bondsmen, tattoo establishments, precious metal dealers, and the film industry. The updates include standard application processes, appeal rights, and procedures for suspending or revoking permits.
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These revisions will bring them consistent with state laws, such as a seven-day hold for precious metal dealers. Z25-015: Mark Wolff, City Engineer, presented the following: Arris Smyrna Traffic Impact Analysis • Prepared by Kinley Horn • Submitted 3/9/2026, Revised 3/12/2026 • Analysis of anticipated traffic impacts associated with proposed Arris Smyrna development • Studies six (6) intersections o Est. 2021 Traffic Conditions o Projected 2027 “No-Build” & “Build” Conditions o Horizon Year 2037 “No Build” & “Build” Conditions Study Area & Intersections • Roadway characteristics • Crash history • Existing traffic volumes • Pedestrian movements • Multimodal considerations • Non-Project future roadway improvements • Project o Site access o Intersection sight distance o Trip generation o Trip distribution & assignment • Level-of-Service analysis • GDOT Intersection Control Evaluation (ICE) • Queuing analysis • System improvement recommendations • Site-access improvement recommendations Traffic Volumes • Used 2019 traffic count data • Adjusted for 2.5% annual growth • Applied adjustment factor for COVID • Projected 2027 and 2037 volumes for “build” and “no-build” scenarios Traffic Analysis • Trip distribution and assignment • Standard adjustment factors for development type and “pass-by” traffic Level-of-Service • AM & PM peak hours • Operating characteristics of a road of intersection in relation to capacity • Qualitative measure describing operational conditions and motorist perception Levels of Service • A – Free Flow, Low volumes and no delays • B – Stable Flow, Speeds restricted by travel conditions, minor delays • C – Stable Flow, Speeds and maneuverability closely controlled because of higher volumes • D – Stable Flow, Speeds considerably affected by change in operation conditions. High density traffic restricts maneuverability; volume near capacity • E – Unstable Flow, Low speeds; considerable delay; volume at or slightly over capacity • F – Forced Flow, Very low speeds; volumes exceed capacity; long delays with stop-and-go traffic Discussion took place on the impact of the development on traffic, with some intersections showing slight congestion increases.
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The recommendations proposed are those that the developers initiated as part of the development. Those recommendations are factored into the analysis. GDOT has jurisdictions over S. Cobb Dr. improvements. The City of Smyrna controls the traffic lights. Russell Martin, Community Development Director, explained that some of the issues that have been brought forward are not project-related issues. Based on the traffic analysis, Mr. Martin continues to recommend approval. AGR2026-012: This is a request based on the contractual agreement between the City of Smyrna and Plainview Outdoor Advertising. The agreement requires the City of Smyrna to provide any necessary infrastructure for Plainview to be able to advertise at selected CobbLinc stops adequately and efficiently located within the city limits of Smyrna. CON2026-006: This project is based on the necessity to replace the current failing access and controls systems that have met end of useful life: • The security system is outdated preventing IT staff from managing and integrating necessary updates • Replacement parts are no longer available to make necessary repairs ATH2026-039: Mike Jones, City Administrator, provided the following background: The City has requested Croy Engineering and its subconsultants to provide civil engineering, landscape architectural, and architectural professional services for the full design, permitting, and bidding of the proposed Campbell Middle School-Athletic Complex project. The project is a redevelopment of the Athletic Complex behind Campbell Middle School located at 3295 Atlanta Rd SE, Smyrna, GA 30080. A concept with site features and structures for the new Athletic Complex has been approved. This project includes civil engineering services for full design, construction documents, permitting, and bid phases. Additionally, the scope outlined below includes the subconsultants providing landscape/hardscape architectural, site lighting, and architecture design. The plan includes an eight-lance track, a full field, a baseball filed, an adaptive fields, and pickleball courts. The multi-use field will replace the baseball field, providing more community space. The project will be funded by SPLOST 2022 overages and general fund contributions.
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2026-120: Mayor Norton explained that Atkins Park requests authorization to host a mobile bar area in the new location for Atlanta Cornhole League, which will now be located on the Veterans Lawn (King Street). The dates planned are March 19, March 26, April 2, April 16, April 23, April 30, May 7 and May 14, evening hours. Seltzers and pre- made cocktails will be served. POL2026-002: Mayor Norton explained that the City Chaplaincy Program policy (Ben 7-0) was adopted on July 1, 2020, to establish a corps of volunteer ministers to supplement the City’s other employee assistance programs. The program was originally put in place under prior leadership, and while it served a thoughtful purpose, it was never fully implemented. Both our Police and Fire departments continue to have their own chaplaincy policies. If other City staff need chaplain services, we can coordinate through those departments or utilize our Employee Assistance Program. Our goal is to streamline the process and administration while keeping the same level of support. The City wants to keep the strong, informal relationships in place that have worked so well for our staff over the years. ATH2026-037: Mike Jones, City Administrator, explained that with the closure of the City’s jail, a prisoner transport until will be established. This unit will consist of one supervisor and eight transport officers. This unit will be responsible for the transport, control and security of prisoners to jails, the City of Smyrna Municipal court, medical facilities, and other designated locations. • Prisoner Transport Officer will be classified on the pay scale at GOVT-5 (Pay Range: $44,824 – 69,477) • Prisoner Transport Supervisor will be classified at GOVT-9 (Pay Range: $54,786 – 84,918)
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5. Other Business / Staff Comment Mayor Norton – Little League parade will be on Saturday from Campbell Middle School to Brinkley Park. The St. Patrick’s Day celebrations will be this weekend. StillFire opens Friday officially. Their programming line-up is great, and there are really good partnerships with other Smyrna businesses. Mayor Norton also read a complimentary letter from former Fire Chief Roy Acree. Councilmember Hines – She heard five people say this week how happy they are they live in Smyrna. She announced the Women’s History Month Luncheon which will be hosted by Lori Wilson from WSB. The historical honoree is Louise Lindley because of her involvement with the Smyrna division of Rosie the Riveters. She said to go to social media to find the link to nominate a current nominee who would be somebody who lives in city, makes a significant contribution to city, and/or does business in Smyrna. It will be held on Friday, March 27 at the Reed House. Councilmember Welch – Saturday, Smyrna will host a shredding event. Councilmember Wilkinson – Mentioned she knows some neighbors who were machinists as part of the Rosie the Riveters movement. Mayor Pro Tem Gould – Thanked Mark Wolff and Paul Osburn for the Collier Road response. Kathy Young is leading the college and career fair at Campbell High School tomorrow. Mike Jones – On Monday, the Citizen Academy will meet ahead of the council meeting in the HR Training Room. The South Cobb public information hearing will be on Thursday. There will be display boards, people from GDOT, and Smyrna consultants. It will be the most updated plan from Concord to Windy Hill. 6. Executive Session (As Needed)
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7. Adjournment Mayor Derek Norton adjourned the March 12, 2026 Committee of the Whole meeting at 6:59 PM. Facilities are provided throughout City Hall for the convenience of persons with disabilities. ******************************* THIS MEETING WAS PROPERLY NOTICED AND POSTED AT THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE NOTICING STANDARDS AS OUTLINED IN O.C.G.A. 50-14-3: The City of Smyrna website – www.smyrnaga.gov City Hall, 2800 King Street SE, Notice Boards
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We thank you for those who serve on the Smurda City Council and for all who will take part in this meeting today. We thank you for those who serve in all letter levels of leadership over this city. I pray that your peace and unity will be present as they work through all the details on the agenda that is set before us today. I ask you to give wisdom for making wise decisions that will be beneficial for the health and vitality and progress of Smyrna and its citizens. And I pray for divine strategies and creative insights in how to execute those decisions in a timely and effective manner. I pray for a spirit of cooperation between individuals, government entities, businesses, and organizations so that we will be a stronger and better community. I pray most of all that we would trust in you and not lean on our own understanding. That in the business and in life, we would acknowledge you, trusting that you give us direction and discernment for every decision. It is in Jesus name we pray. Amen. I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. Thank you for being here. Tell Pastor Shell we said hello. Okay, we don't have any agenda changes tonight. Um, for the mayoral report, I got a couple of things. First of all, uh, thank you to Latonia Hines and committee for a great, uh, Black History dinner celebration on Friday. Um, great crowd, great vendors, uh, lots of good food and fellowship and, uh, just overall really well done event. Thank you. Um, I want to say thank you to Miss Lena Blumenthal. Miss Lena Blumenthal is a kindergartener at Nicac Elementary and her parents um won an auction of mayor of the day.

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She was the honorary mayor of the day. And for that I got to visit her class um last week and read to them and tell them about being mayor and about their city and uh spent about an hour with them and it was great. Um so appreciate that. Um 3 PM this Thursday is the ribbon cutting for uh Steelfire Brewery. And I don't know if y'all have seen that coming coming. It's coming together. Um they started the mural on the wall uh the big wall facing Windy Hill. Uh and they're putting the final touches on it. I think it's going to be a great addition. I can't wait. So anybody who wants to come, I think I think he's inviting everybody uh Thursday 3 o'clock. And then one note uh coming up on Saturday, March 14th. Little League games start this weekend. Uh but the official Little League parade that's every year is on Saturday the 14th where they'll be going from uh they being the thousand over a thousand players from Pee-Wee all the way up to Majors and their teams uh in a parade from Campbell Middle School to Brinkley Park and ending up at Bartlett and Bartlett Field. There's a thousand kids on the outfield. Uh they'll honor the state champion team from this year and uh it's a great community event if y'all want to come out or line the streets and and cheer for them. With that uh we'll move to proclamations and presentations. And the first one is in recognition of the Jonquil City Kowanas Club. And I know we have several members here. I

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