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Winterville Planning & Zoning Commission Tentative Meeting Agenda Monday July 1, 2024 5:30 p.m.       Regular Meeting   Call to order.    Approve minutes of June 3, 2024.    Old Business:     New Business:  1.         New Business License Application, Cameron Bliss Ferrelle, Air B&B. 2.         Todd Pulliam, Questions regarding land and future building/home.             Adjourn

Members Present : Kim Burch, Chair Andy Dawson Collin Field Patrick Valentine Regular Meeting : Chairperson Burch called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. The Board recognized the passing of Member James “Jimmy” Tucker’s passing on May 12, 2024. Minutes: Member Field move to approve the Minutes of May 6, 2024. The motion was seconded by Member Dawson and approved unanimously. Old Business : N/A New Business : 1. Member Dawson moved to approve the business license application submitted by Avis Clay, Prestige Cleaning, LLC, to be located at 225 Cherokee Road, Suite #3 . The motion was seconded by Member Field and approved unanimously. 2. Member Dawson moved to approve the preliminary plans submitted by the Core States Group for the New Golden Pantry building, 315 Athens Road pending all signage meets the requirements set forth in the sign ordinance and the HPC overlay. Mayor Ferrelle will be working closely with the builders and relay information as necessary. The motion was seconded by Member Valentine and approved unanimously. Having no further business, the meeting adjourned at 6:00 p.m. Respectfully, Wendy L. Bond, Secretary

City Council Workshop Tentative Agenda City of Winterville Tuesday, June 4, 2024 6:00 pm Winterville City Hall - 125 N Church Street 1. Athens Micro Computer presentation for firewall expense. Tim, Project Manager 2.. 2025 Budget Meetings (Discuss Timeline- July-September 1 hour with Finance Committee- Full day with Supervisors - 2 Hour meeting with Finance Committee - Final Draft Meeting- Post Draft in October- Vote in November/December) 3. $2500 Art Opening (Vote) 4. LMIG Project request for 2025 (funding opens July 1) 5. DDA Rebirth (Discuss) 6. Pittard Park Playground (Discuss) 7. Flock Cameras/Omnigo (Discuss) 8. WVFD/Public Safety Committee Requests 9. Dozier Street Closure (Discuss) 10. TSPLOST Complete Streets Projects (Bruce) 11. Citizen Committee Updates (TSPLOST CAC, Friends of the FFT) 12. NEGRC Update (Retreat Summary, Housing Discussion, Blacksmith Shop) 13. Citizen Requests for the Agenda: 14. City Council Issues/Concerns for Agenda

Winterville Planning & Zoning Commission Tentative Meeting Agenda Monday May 6, 2024 5:30 p.m. Regular Meeting Co-Chair Andy Dawson to preside. Chairperson Burch unable to attend. Call to order. Welcome Patrick Valentine. Newly appointed member to P&Z. Approve minutes of March 4, 2024. (No quorum at April 1, 2024 Meeting/Minutes) Old Business: 1. Our Resilient Community, LLC, 123 Avery Street, New Business License 2. Trae Van, 7070 Hickory Drive, New Home 3. Kim Charles Burch, Business License Application, Short-term Rental New Business: 1. Scott Howard, Howard-Sprayberry Restaurant Group, LLCP, 390 South Main Street, New Business License 2. Jim Gecewich, 140 Susan Circle, Roof over existing patio, application. 3. Kim & Charles Burch, 110 Lakeview Drive, Land Combination Application Adjourn

Winterville Planning & Zoning Commission Tentative Meeting Agenda Monday April 1, 2024 5:30 p.m. Regular Meeting Call to order. Approve minutes of March 4, 2024. Old Business: 1. Cecil Smith,140 Sweetbriar Court, proposed new garage. New Business: 1. Our Resilient Community, LLC, 123 Avery Street, New Business License 2. Phillip Takacs, Core States Group, discuss Golden Pantry Development Adjourn

Winterville Planning & Zoning Commission Tentative Meeting Agenda Monday March 4, 2024 5:30 p.m. Regular Meeting Call to order. Approve minutes of February 5, 2024. Old Business: New Business: 1. Cecil Smith,140 Sweetbriar Court, proposed new garage. Adjourn Winterville Planning and Zoning Commission Winterville City Hall Winterville, GA 30683 Regular Meeting Monday March 4, 2024 - 5:30 P.M. Members Present: Kim Burch, Chair James Tucker Collin Field Andy Dawson Regular Meeting: Chairperson Burch called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Minutes: Member Tucker move to approve the Minutes of February 5, 2024. The motion was seconded by Member Field and approved unanimously. Old Business: 1. Terry Brown was sent a written notice of the intentions of the committee regarding his closed in garage. New Business: 1. Cecil Smith, 140 Sweetbriar Court, submitted a zoning permit application for a detached garage. It will be a 32 x 40 stick-built structure with metal siding and he plans to wire for electricity. (Permit required by ACC.) Member Dawson moved to approve as presented pending drawings to be submitted. The motion was seconded by Member Field and approved unanimously. 2. Trae Van Came before the committee with questions but no action was taken. She is to submit plans after obtaining a septic permit from Athens-Clarke County. Having no further business, the meeting adjourned at 6:10 p.m. Respectfully, Wendy L. Bond, Secretary

City of Winterville Thursday March 21, 2024 5:00 p.m. – Winterville City Hall Called Meeting Agenda The Winterville City Council will conduct a Called Meeting Thursday, March 21, 2024 at Winterville City Hall 5:00 pm to discuss and vote on renovation cost of the fountain. No other business will be discussed.

Public Hearing & City Council Tentative Agenda City of Winterville Tuesday, March 12, 2024 6:00 pm – City Hall Public Hearing 6:00 pm The Mayor and City Council will hold a public hearing on March 12, 2024 at 6:00 pm at Winterville City Hall at 125 North Church Street, Winterville, Georgia 30683 to consider revisions to the zoning ordinances of the City of Winterville, Georgia to comply with changes to the Zoning Procedures Law. All those having an interest in said ordinance should be present. Regular Meeting A.        Call to order – Mayor Ferrelle B.        Pledge C.        Approval of Minutes – February 13, 2024 D.        Unfinished Business E.         New Business 1.         Winterville Police Department: Chief of Police position (VOTE) 2.         Zoning Procedures (VOTE) 3.         WPD SOP’s (VOTE) 4.         Fountain Renovation Prep Work (VOTE) 5.         SWIFT Fire Protection (VOTE) 6.         Depot Flooring Quote $5K (VOTE) 7.         Planning and Zoning Position (VOTE) 8.         Ticket To Ride March 23, 2024 (VOTE) F.         Committee Reports: 1.    Public Finance – Councilperson Mosley & Johnson 2.    Public Safety – Councilperson Metzger & Mosley 3.    Public Works – Councilpersons Mills & Mosley 4.    Communications – Councilpersons Metzger & Mills G.        Cultural Center – Diana Hartle H.        Museum Report – Jonathan Scott I.          Marigold Market & Food Hub – Sarah Hovater J.          Library Report – Deirdre Murray K.        Clerk’s Report – Wendy Bond L.         City Attorney’s Report – David Ellison M.        Mayor’s Report – Dodd Ferrelle N.        Public Comments O.        Announcements P.         Adjournment

The Mayor and City Council held the regular City Council meeting on Tuesday February 13, 2024 at 6:00 pm at Winterville City Hall. Mayor Ferrelle called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm.  Also present were Melissa Metzger, Jonathan Mosley, Tina Mills, Bruce Johnson, Municipal Clerk Wendy Bond and City Attorney David Ellison. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Approval of Minutes: Councilperson Mosley moved to approve the minutes of January 9, 2024. The motion was seconded by Councilperson Johnson and approved unanimously. Unfinished Business: Councilperson Metzger moved to raise the annual funding of the library from $18,000 to $25,000. The motion was seconded by Councilperson Johnson and approved unanimously. New Business: The First Item of New Business. Twilight Gambler Run. Councilperson Johnson moved to approve the Gambler ride through and a SAG stop in Winterville. He presented the city with a hold harmless letter. The motion was seconded by Councilperson Metzger and approved unanimously. The Second Item of New Business: Mayor’s Reading Club Proclamation. Mayor Ferrelle read aloud the Mayor’s Reading Club Proclamation. Councilperson Mosley moved to adopt the proclamation as presented. The motion was seconded by Councilperson Johnson and approved unanimously. The Third Item of New Business. Parkview Crosswalk Project. A public hearing will be scheduled and advertised to adopt the updated zoning procedures of the Winterville Code at the March 5, 2024 6:00 pm workshop meeting and to be voted on at the March 12, 2024 Council meeting. The Fourth Item of New Business. JDA Amendment. Councilperson Metzger moved to approve and adopt the Joint Development amendment as presented. The motion was seconded by Councilperson Johnson and approved. The Fifth & Sixth Items of New Business: Parkview Crosswalk, Robert Hardeman-Dozier Intersection Project. There will be a public input meeting to review plans for the Parkview crosswalk and the Robert Hardeman/Main Street/Dozier intersection. W&A, Engineering will have plans and be available for questions and answers on the projects. The meeting will be February 22, 2024 at 6:00 pm in the Depot. The Seventh Item of New Business. Bobcat Engine. Councilperson Johnson moved to up to $4,800 of general funds to replace the engine in the Bobcat side-by-side. The motion was seconded by Councilperson Mills and approved unanimously. The Eighth Item of New Business: Sexual Abuse and Misconduct Prevention Policy. Councilperson Mosley moved to adopt the Sexual Abuse and Misconduct Prevention Policy as presented. Councilperson Johnson seconded the motion and approved unanimously. The Ninth Item of New Business: Tree Commission Application. Councilperson Mills moved to approve Caroline Riggins as a new member to the Tree Commission. The motion was seconded by Councilperson Metzger and approved unanimously. The Tenth Item of New Business: Business License Approvals. Councilperson Metzger moved to approve two business licenses as recommended by the Planning and Zoning Commission. Barnes & Koonce, LLC is a home occupation business and Chivugan Café and More will be a new restaurant in Five Points. Committee Reports: Public Finance (Johnson & Mosley)Councilperson Johnson reported Clerk Bond has provided financial statements through January 31, 2024. The statements are available for review by the public upon request. Public Safety (Metzger & Mosley)Fire Department – Chief Michael Gabriel submitted a call report. Public Works (Johnson & Mills) Tom Doonan gave a brief report on the Cultural Center project. Communications Committee (Metzger & Mills) No report. Winterville Cultural Center –Diana Hartle gave the Center’s report. Dr. Museum Report – Jonathan Scott gave a report. Marigold Market – Councilperson Johnson gave a report on the Marigold Collective. Library Report – Deirdre Murray gave a report. Tom Doonan gave an update on the library renovation project. Ninety percent of the work to be completed will be paid for by the Regional Library System. Clerk’s Report – No report. City Attorney’s Report – No report. Mayor’s Report – Mayor Ferrelle gave a brief report. Firefly Local Action Committee – No report. Public Comment – Melanie Miller, a candidate for the House of Representatives, Senate District 124, came before Mayor and Council to introduce herself to Winterville. Mayor Ferrelle closed the meeting at 6:48 pm. Wendy L. Bond                                                 02/13/2024

The Mayor and City Council held the regular City Council meeting on Tuesday January 9, 2024 at 6:00pm at Winterville City Hall. Mayor Ferrelle called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm. Also present were. Melissa Metzger, Jonathan Mosley, Tina Mills, Bruce Johnson, Municipal Clerk Wendy Bond and City Attorney David Ellison. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Approval of Minutes: Councilperson Metzger moved to approve the minutes of December 12, 2023. The motion was seconded by Councilperson Johnson and approved unanimously. Unfinished Business: None. New Business: Councilperson Metzger moved to amend the agenda and modify the order of items and include Josh Koons Environmental Design. The motion was seconded by Councilperson Mosley and approved unanimously. The First Item of New Business. Winterville Volunteer Fire Department. Councilperson Metzger moved to approve the 2024 WVFD Roster as presented. The motion was seconded by Councilperson Mosley and approved unanimously. Michael Gabriel, Chief; Chuck Thornton, Asst. Chief; Scott Wooten, Captain; Ray Durie, Training Coordinator; David Hooper, Firefighter; Mike Hembree, Firefighter; Alex Bond, Firefighter; Daniel Huckabee, Firefighter; Anthony Rincione, Firefighter; and Andy Dawson, Firefighter. The Second Item of New Business: Civic Calendar. Councilperson Mosley moved to approve the 2024 Civic Calendar as presented. The motion was seconded by Councilperson Mills and approved unanimously. The Third Item of New Business. Council Committees. Councilperson Johnson moved to approve the members of the committees as follows. The motion was seconded by Councilperson Mills and approved unanimously. Public Safety: Metzger & Mosley Public Works: Johnson & Mills Finance: Johnson & Mosely Communications: Metzger & Mills The Fourth Item of New Business. Mayor Pro-Tem. Councilperson Metzger Moved to nominate Councilperson Johnson as Mayor Pro-Tem. The motion was seconded by Councilperson Mills and approved. The Fifth Item of New Business: Pittard Park Playground. Andrew Kline, Landscape Structures, and Josh Koons presented some pricing for the proposed playground equipment. No action was taken. The Sixth Item of New Business. Library Funding. Councilperson Mosley moved to postpone this item for Mayor Ferrelle to research further questions. The motion was seconded by Councilperson Metzger and postponed unanimously. The Seventh Item of New Business: Pickleball use of court. Councilperson Metzger moved to approve the Pickleball Association’s request to use and store their equipment on city property pending a letter from the city, a hold harmless letter from the Pickleball Association. The Association is to purchase any equipment for this purpose. The motion was seconded by Councilperson Johnson and approved unanimously. The Eighth Item of New Business: HPC signage. Councilperson Metzger moved to approve up to $500.00 for four (4) signs and posts for signage for the Historic District of the city. The Ninth Item of New Business: New HPC Member Keri Valentine. Councilperson Mosley moved to appoint Keri Valentine to the Historic Preservation Committee upon the end of Jonathan Frye’s term on the committee. The motion was seconded by Councilperson Mills and approved unanimously. The Tenth Item of New Business: Chief Position Timeline. The Public Safety Committee will review resumes and conduct interviews from applicants for the Police Department’s Chief Position. They will present to Mayor and Council in Executive Session at the February 13, 2024 meeting. Committee Reports: Public Finance – Clerk Bond provided financial statements through December 31, 2023. The statements are available for review by the public upon request. Fire Department – Chief Michael Gabriel submitted a call report. Public Works – Councilperson Mills and Councilperson Johnson gave a report on behalf of Tom Doonan. Communications Committee – Councilperson Metzer gave a brief report. Winterville Cultural Center – Jack Eisenman introduced Diana Hartle as the newest employee at the Cultural Center, who gave the Center’s report. Dr. Museum Report – Jonathan Scott gave a report. Marigold Market – Sarah Hovater gave a report on the Marigold Market and the Food Hub. Library Report – Deirdre Murray gave a report. Clerk’s Report – No report. City Attorney’s Report – David Ellison gave report on the Zoning Ordinance changes. Mayor’s Report – Mayor Ferrelle gave a brief report. Firefly Local Action Committee – No report. Public Comment – None. Mayor Ferrelle closed the meeting at 7:15 pm.

Citizen Input Session Thursday, February 22nd at 6 p.m. in the Train Depot. Please make plans to attend a Q and A meeting regarding Intersection improvements at Robert Hardeman Road and Main Street that include a recommendation to close Dozier Street. For more information, and to review the study, please visit: https://www.cityofwinterville.com/post/traffic-study-results-for-the-main-st-robert-hardeman-rd-dozier-st-intersection?fbclid=IwAR2Qva2M_qL3z2rrTRZ48boNwW50ITVG5GKprqsY4TPY3c9oIN1p2wOr7zU

City Council Tentative Agenda City of Winterville Tuesday, February 13, 2024 6:00 pm – City Hall Regular Meeting A.        Call to order – Mayor Ferrelle B.        Pledge C.        Approval of Minutes – January 9, 202 D.        Unfinished Business 1.         ACC Library Funding ($25K Annually) E.         New Business 1.         Twilight Gambler Run (Micah Morlock) 2.         Mayor’s Reading Club Proclamation (Read and adopt) 3.         Zoning Procedures Ordinance (Set public hearing and voting schedule) 4.         JDA Amendment (VOTE) 5.         Parkview Crosswalk Project (Discuss) 6.         Robert Hardeman and Main (Discuss) 7.         New Engine for Bobcat $4800 (Vote using General Fund) 8.         The City of Winterville - Sexual Abuse and Misconduct Prevention Policy (Vote to adopt) 9.         Tree Commission Application: Caroline Riggins (Vote) 10.       Two business licenses (Barnes & Koonce, LLC & Chibugan Café & More) (Vote) F.         Committee Reports: 1.    Public Finance – Councilperson Johnson & Mosley 2.    Public Safety – Councilperson Metzger & Mills 3.    Public Works – Councilpersons Johnson & Mosley 4.    Communications – Councilpersons Metzger & Mills G.        Cultural Center – Diana Hartle H.        City Museums – Jonathan Scott I.          Marigold Market & Food Hub – Sarah Hovater J.          Library Report – Deirdre Murray K.        Clerk’s Report – Wendy Bond L.         City Attorney’s Report – David Ellison M.        Mayor’s Report – Dodd Ferrelle N.        Public Comments O.        Announcements P.         Adjournment