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205 Lawrence Street City of Marietta Post Office Box 609 Marietta, Georgia 30061 Meeting Minutes CITY COUNCIL R. Steve Tumlin, Mayor Cheryl Richardson, Ward 1 Jason Waters, Ward 2 Daniel Gaddis, Ward 3 Byron "Tee" Anderson, Ward 4 M. Carlyle Kent, Ward 5 Andre L. Sims, Ward 6 Joseph R. Goldstein, Ward 7 Wednesday, April 15, 2026 7:00 PM Council Chamber Presiding: R. Steve Tumlin, Mayor Present: Cheryl Richardson, Jason Waters, Daniel Gaddis, Byron "Tee" Anderson, M. Carlyle Kent, Andre L. Sims and Joseph R. Goldstein Also Present: Bill Bruton, City Manager Doug Haynie, City Attorney Stephanie Guy, City Clerk CALL TO ORDER: Mayor R. Steve Tumlin called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. INVOCATION: Mayor Tumlin called upon Council member Anderson to give the invocation. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Everyone remained standing for the Pledge of Allegiance. PRESENTATIONS: A motion was made by Council member Richardson, seconded by Council member Sims, to suspend the rules of order to add a presentation to the agenda. The motion carried by the following vote: Vote: 6 – 0 – 0 Approved Absent for the vote: Daniel Gaddis A presentation was given for City Manager Bill Bruton, Jr., on being selected one of 250 Public Service Champions awarded by The National Academy of Public Administration and LocalGov250. City of Marietta Page 1 Printed on 5/11/2026 1:35.02PM CITY COUNCIL Meeting Minutes April 15, 2026 ANNOUNCEMENTS OF GENERAL COMMUNITY INFORMATION BY THE MAYOR, COUNCIL AND/OR CITY MANAGER: SCHEDULED APPEARANCES: 20260314 Scheduled Appearance Scheduled Appearance - Donald Barth. Present CONSENT AGENDA: Consent agenda items are marked by an asterisk (*). Consent items are approved by majority of council. A public hearing will be held only for those items marked by an asterisk that require a public hearing (also noted on agenda). Mayor Pro tem Andre Sims briefly explained the consent agenda process. City Attorney Doug Haynie noted the changes to the consent agenda: -under Parks, Recreation and Tourism: Agenda item 20260310 remains on the consent agenda with Council member Goldstein abstaining. -under Other Business: Agenda items 20260394 and 20260422 were added to the consent agenda. A motion was made by Council member Kent, seconded by Council member Richardson, to approve the consent agenda as modified. The motion carried by the following vote: Vote: 7 – 0 – 0 Approved with the following exception: Council member Goldstein abstaining on agenda item 20260310. MINUTES: * 20260281 Regular Meeting - March 11, 2026 Review and approval of the March 11, 2026 meeting minutes. This Matter was Approved on the Consent Agenda. Vote: 7 – 0 – 0 Approved * 20260332 Special Meeting - March 19, 2026 Review and approval of the March 19, 2026 special meeting minutes. This Matter was Approved on the Consent Agenda. Vote: 7 – 0 – 0 Approved City of Marietta Page 2 Printed on 5/11/2026 1:35.02PM CITY COUNCIL Meeting Minutes April 15, 2026 MAYOR’S APPOINTMENTS: (for informational purposes only) CITY COUNCIL APPOINTMENTS: * 20260368 Planning Commission Appointment (Ward 6) Appointment of William (Bill) Kelly (Ward 6) to the Planning Commission for three (3) year term expiring April 11, 2029. This Matter was Approved on the Consent Agenda. Vote: 7 – 0 – 0 Approved ORDINANCES: 20260241 Z2026-05 [REZONING] PDC LAND ACQUISITIONS, LLC. (JOHN MATLOCK & LILY GRACE HUDSON) Ord 8507 Z2026-05 [REZONING] PDC LAND ACQUISITIONS, LLC. (JOHN MATLOCK & LILY GRACE HUDSON) are requesting the rezoning of 2.18 acres located in Land Lot 1016, 16th District, Parcel 0060 of the 2nd Section, Cobb County, Georgia, and being known as 890 Canton Road from HI (Heavy Industrial) to RHR (Residential High Rise). Ward 5B. Planning Commission recommends Approval A motion was made by Mr. Smith, seconded by Mr. Sheehan, to recommend approval with stipulations. The motion was carried with a vote of 5-0-0. Should Council vote to approve rezoning the following variances would be incorporated as conditions of zoning: 1.Variance to reduce the front yard setback from 50’ to 35’. [§708.13 (H)] 2.Variance to reduce the parking minimum from 136 to 85 spaces. [§708.13 (H)] 3.Variance to reduce the minimum building height from 5-stories to 4-stories. [§708.13 (H)] Public Hearing (all parties sworn in) City Attorney Doug Haynie opened the public hearing and called forward those wishing to speak. Daniel Cummings, Acting Development Services Director, presented information regarding the rezoning request for property at 890 Canton Road from HI (Heavy Industrial) to RHR (Residential High Rise). Edrick Harris representing Prestwick Development Company, requested rezoning of the subject property to construct an age-restricted (55+) multifamily complex with sixty-eight (68) units. The subject property totals 2.176 acres, with the proposed development designed as a four-five-story split structure to accommodate the site’s existing topography. City of Marietta Page 3 Printed on 5/11/2026 1:35.02PM CITY COUNCIL Meeting Minutes April 15, 2026 Seeing no one wishing to speak, the public hearing was closed. Discussion was held by Council. A motion was made by Council member Kent, seconded by Council member Sims, to approve the rezoning request for property located at 890 Canton Road from HI (Heavy Industrial) to RHR (Residential High Rise), with the following variances are incorporated as conditions of zoning: 1. 1. Variance to reduce the front yard setback from 50’ to 35’. 2. 2. Variance to reduce the parking minimum from 136 to 85 spaces. 3. 3. Variance to reduce the minimum building height from 5 stories to 4 stories. An amendment to the motion was made by Council member Goldstein, seconded by Council member Richardson, to amend the motion to add the stipulation that the proposed community shall be age-restricted to those persons fifty-five (55) years of age and older, in accordance with the “housing for older persons” exemption requirements established by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The motion carried by the following vote: Vote: 7 – 0 – 0 Amendment Approved Mayor Tumlin called for a vote on the original motion as amended. The motion was made by Council member Kent, seconded by Council member Sims, that this matter be Approved. The motion carried by the following vote: Vote: 7 – 0 – 0 Approved as Amended 20260359 Z2026-06 [REZONING] CITY OF MARIETTA GEORGIA Ord 8508 Z2026-06 [REZONING] CITY OF MARIETTA GEORGIA is requesting the rezoning of 34.15 acres located in Land Lot 716, 17th District, Parcel 0050 of the 2nd Section, Cobb County, Georgia, and being known as 1033 (aka 1019) Franklin Gateway from PCD (Planned Commercial Development) to PCD (Planned Commercial Development). Ward 7A. Public Hearing (all parties sworn in) City Attorney Doug Haynie opened the public hearing and called forward those wishing to speak. Daniel Cummings, Acting Development Services Director, presented information regarding the rezoning request for property at 1033 (aka 1019) Franklin Gateway from PCD (Planned Commercial Development) to PCD (Planned Commercial Development). The applicant, Rich McKay representing AMB Sports and Entertainment, requested rezoning of the subject property to build professional training facility with fields for the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL). City of Marietta Page 4 Printed on 5/11/2026 1:34:02PM CITY COUNCIL Meeting Minutes April 15, 2026 Those speaking regarding this matter: Russell and Hannan Brit Robbie Huck Mrs. Lamar Seeing no one else wishing to speak, the public hearing was closed. Discussion was held by Council. Motion to approve the rezoning request for property located at 1033 (aka 1019) Franklin Gateway from PCD (Planned Commercial Development) to PCD (Planned Commercial Development), with the following variances and stipulations are incorporated as conditions of zoning: 1. Variance to increase the allowable fence height to 20’ 2. Variance to reduce the required parking stall dimensions from 9’x20’ to 9’x18.’ 3. Variance to allow curb cuts greater than 30 feet in width. 4. Variance to locate an accessory structure (guard shack) in the front yard and closer to the right of way than the principal building. 5. Variance to eliminate the 10’ planted border along Franklin Gateway and allow street trees be planted within the City right-of-way. 6. Variance to increase the maximum number of parking spaces between tree islands from 12 to 17/14 in two locations. 7. Variance to allow planter islands less than 125 square feet in area 8. Variance to waive the continuous island in front of the EV parking spaces. 9. Variance to waive the requirement that a billboard shall be regulated as a principal use. 10. Variance to increase the allowable height for a billboard from 70 feet to 138 feet from sign base or 109 feet from I-75 managed lanes. 11. Variance to allow a billboard on a parcel with other signage. 12. Variance to reduce the setback for a monument sign to 0.’ 13. The 8-page plan titled “Atlanta NWSL Training Facility: Planning Commission Submittal - 04.07.2026” shall serve as the approved general plan and detailed plan for the site. The motion was made by Council member Goldstein, seconded by Council member Sims, that this matter be Approved. The motion carried by the following vote: Vote: 7 – 0 – 0 Approved as Stipulated 20250816 Z2025-23 [REZONING] PRE POWDER SPRINGS ROAD, LLC (LAURA WILSON HARDING) Ord 8509 Z2025-23 [REZONING] PRE POWDER SPRINGS ROAD, LLC. (LAURA WILSON HARDING) are requesting the rezoning of 10.9 acres located in in Land Lots 260, 261, & 332, District 19, Parcel 0020 of the 2nd Section, Cobb City of Marietta Page 5 Printed on 5/11/2026 1:34:02PM CITY COUNCIL Meeting Minutes April 15, 2026 County, Georgia, and being known as property on Powder Springs Road SW from R-20 (Single Family Residential) in unincorporated Cobb County to PRD-SF (Planned Residential Development - Single Family) in the city. Planning Commission recommends Denial A motion was made by Mr. Diffley, seconded by Mr. Smith, to recommend denying the request. The motion was carried with a vote of 5-2-0. Mr. Sheehan and Mr. McClure opposed. Should Council vote to approve the request, the following variances would be incorporated as a condition of PRD-SF zoning. 1. Variance to reduce the proportion of homes within 300 feet of an active recreation facility from 75% to 50% [§708.09 (B.h.)] Public Hearing (all parties sworn in) City Attorney Doug Haynie opened the public hearing and called forward those wishing to speak. Daniel Cummings, Acting Development Services Director, presented information regarding the rezoning request for property known as unaddressed property on Powder Springs Road SW from R-20 (Single Family Residential) in unincorporated Cobb County to PRD-SF (Planned Residential Development - Single Family) in the City. Parks Huff, attorney for the applicant, requested annexation and rezoning of the subject property the development of a single-family detached subdivision, which is currently undeveloped. The current proposal is to annex and rezone the subject property from unincorporated Cobb County into the City of Marietta for rezoning to the PRD-SF for the purpose of developing a maximum of 60 singlefamily detached houses. Those speaking regarding this matter: Hope Brackett Seeing no one else wishing to speak, the public hearing was closed. Discussion was held by Council. Motion to approve the rezoning request for unaddressed property on Powder Springs Road SW from R-20 (Single Family Residential) in unincorporated Cobb County to PRD-SF (Planned Residential Development - Single Family) in the City. The motion was made by Council member Waters, seconded by Council member Goldstein, that this matter be Approved. The motion carried by the following vote: Vote: 7 – 0 – 0 Approved as Amended City of Marietta Page 6 Printed on 5/11/2026 1:35.02PM CITY COUNCIL Meeting Minutes April 15, 2026 20250817 A2025-03 [ANNEXATION] PRE POWDER SPRINGS ROAD, LLC. (LAURA WILSON HARDING) Ord 8510 A2025-03 [ANNEXATION] PRE POWDER SPRINGS ROAD, LLC. (LAURA WILSON HARDING) are requesting the annexation of property located in Land Lots 260, 261, & 332, District 19, Parcel 0020 of the 2nd Section, Cobb County, Georgia, and being known as property on Powder Springs Road SW, consisting of approximately 10.9 acres. Ward 2B. Planning Commission recommends Denial A motion was made by Mr. Diffley, seconded by Mr. Smith, to recommend denying the request. The motion was carried with a vote of 5-2-0. Mr. Sheehan and Mr. McClure opposed. Public Hearing (all parties sworn in) Parks Huff, attorney for the applicant, requested that his presentation from the rezoning be incorporated for the annexation. Seeing no one wishing to speak, the public hearing was closed. The motion was made by Council member Waters, seconded by Council member Goldstein, that this matter be Approved. The motion carried by the following vote: Vote: 7 – 0 – 0 Approved 20250818 CA2025-07 [CODE AMENDMENT] Ord 8511 CA2025-07 [CODE AMENDMENT] In conjunction with the requested annexation of property located in Land Lots 260, 261, & 332, District 19, Parcel 0020 of the 2nd Section, Cobb County, Georgia, and being known as property on Powder Springs Road SW, the City of Marietta proposes to designate the Future Land Use of said property as MDR (Medium Density Residential). Ward 2B. Planning Commission recommends Denial A motion was made by Mr. Diffley, seconded by Mr. Smith, to recommend denying the request. The motion was carried with a vote of 5-2-0. Mr. Sheehan and Mr. McClure opposed. Public Hearing (all parties sworn in) Parks Huff, attorney for the applicant, requested that his presentation from the rezoning be incorporated for the code amendment. Seeing no one wishing to speak, the public hearing was closed. Motion to amend the Comprehensive Plan and Future Land Use Map for the unaddressed property on Powder Springs Road SW, with the Future Land Use for the above-described property designated as LDR (Low Density Residential). City of Marietta Page 7 Printed on 5/11/2026 1:34:02PM CITY COUNCIL Meeting Minutes April 15, 2026 The motion was made by Council member Waters, seconded by Council member Goldstein, that this matter be Approved. The motion carried by the following vote: Vote: 7 – 0 – 0 Approved 20260177 Z2026-04 [REZONING] WALCO INVESTMENTS L.P. & MALONES AUTOMOTIVE, INC. Ord 8512 Z2026-04 [REZONING] WALCO INVESTMENTS L.P. & MALONES AUTOMOTIVE, INC. are requesting the rezoning of 1.08 acres located in in Land Lot 1206, 16th District, Parcels 0080 & 0330 of the 2nd Section, Cobb County, Georgia, and being known as 1912 & 1920 Lower Roswell Road from GC (General Commercial) in Cobb County and CRC (Community Retail Commercial) in the City to CRC (Community Retail Commercial) in the City. Planning Commission recommends Approval A motion was made by Mr. McClure, seconded by Mr. Sheehan, to recommend approval. The motion was carried with a vote of 6-1-0. Ms. McCrae opposed. Should Council approve the request the following variances are incorporated. The following variances are incorporated as conditions of zoning: 1) Variance to permit an auto repair business to be within 200 feet of residential property [§708.16 (B.10.c.)] 2) Variance to reduce the required landscape buffer from 40 feet to 5 feet along the rear property line shared with residential property [§710.05 (I.)] 3) Variance to increase the allowable impervious surface coverage from 80% to 80.5% [§708.16 (H.)] 4) Variance to reduce the required landscape area from 15% to 6% [§708.16 (H.)] 5) Variance to disturb existing vegetation within required buffer area [§710.05 A.] Public Hearing (all parties sworn in) City Attorney Doug Haynie opened the public hearing and called forward those wishing to speak. Daniel Cummings, Acting Development Services Director, presented information regarding the rezoning request for property at 1912 & 1920 Lower Roswell Road from GC (General Commercial) in Cobb County and CRC (Community Retail Commercial) in the City to CRC (Community Retail Commercial) in the City. Parks Huff, attorney for the applicant, requested rezoning of the subject property to combine with an adjacent City lot, 1912 (aka 1944) Lower Roswell Road, for the purpose of developing a 12-bay automotive repair shop. Currently, the lot within the City’s jurisdiction is occupied by a gas station/convenience store and car wash, which are vacant and have fallen into disrepair; the lot currently in Cobb County contains a tire shop. All existing structures are to be demolished so that the auto repair shop can be built. Seeing no one wishing to speak, the public hearing was closed. Discussion was held by Council. City of Marietta Page 8 Printed on 5/11/2026 1:35.02PM CITY COUNCIL Meeting Minutes April 15, 2026 A motion was made by Council member Goldstein, seconded by Council member Richardson, to approve the rezoning request for property located at 1912 & 1920 Lower Roswell Road from GC (General Commercial) in unincorporated Cobb County and CRC (Community Retail Commercial) to CRC (Community Retail Commercial) in the City. The following shall be incorporated as a condition of zoning: 1. Stipulation letter to Shelby Little, AICP, Planning & Zoning Manager, City of Marietta from Parks F. Huff of Sams, Larkin & Huff, LLP dated April 15, 2026. The following variances are incorporated as conditions of zoning: 1. Variance to permit an auto repair business to be within 200 feet of residential property subject to site plan attached to above-referenced document. 2. Variance to reduce the required landscape buffer from 40 feet to 5 feet along the rear property line shared with residential property subject to site plan attached to above-referenced document. 3. Variance to reduce the required landscape area from 15% to 6% subject to site plan attached to above-referenced document. 4. Variance to disturb existing vegetation to replant within required buffer area subject to site plan attached to above-referenced document. An amendment to the motion was made by Council member Goldstein, seconded by Council member Richardson, to add a stipulation that the buffer fencing shall be 8-ft in height rather than 6-ft cited on site plan. The motion carried by the following vote: Vote: 6 – 1 – 0 Amendment Approved Voting Against: Daniel Gaddis Mayor Tunlin called for a vote on the original motion as amended. The motion was made by Council member Goldstein, seconded by Council member Richardson, that this matter be Approved. The motion carried by the following vote: Vote: 6 – 1 – 0 Approved as Amended Voting Against: Daniel Gaddis 20260178 A2026-02 [ANNEXATION] WALCO INVESTMENTS, L.P. A2026-02 [ANNEXATION] WALCO INVESTMENTS, L.P. is requesting the Ord 8513 annexation of property located in Land Lot 1206, District 16, Parcel 0330 of the 2nd Section, Cobb County, Georgia, and being known as 1920 Lower Roswell Road, consisting of approximately 0.27 acres, plus any associated right-of-way. Ward 7A. Planning Commission recommends Approval A motion was made by Mr. Diffley, seconded by Mr. Hunter, to recommend approval. The motion was carried with a vote of 6-1-0. Ms. McCrae opposed. Public Hearing (all parties sworn in) City of Marietta Page 9 Printed on 5/11/2026 1:35.02PM CITY COUNCIL Meeting Minutes April 15, 2026 Parks Huff, attorney for the applicant, requested that his presentation from the rezoning be incorporated for the annexation. Seeing no one wishing to speak, the public hearing was closed. The motion was made by Council member Goldstein, seconded by Council member Richardson, that this matter be Approved. The motion carried by the following vote: Vote: 6 – 1 – 0 Approved Voting Against: Daniel Gaddis 20260179 CA2026-02 [CODE AMENDMENT] Ord 8514 CA2026-02 [CODE AMENDMENT] In conjunction with the requested annexation of property located in Land Lot 1206, 16th District, Parcel 0330 of the 2nd Section, Cobb County, Georgia, and being known as property at 1920 Lower Roswell Road, the City of Marietta proposes to designate the Future Land Use of said property as CAC (Community Activity Center). Ward 7A. Planning Commission recommends Approval A motion was made by Mr. Diffley, seconded by Mr. Hunter, to recommend approval. The motion was carried with a vote of 6-1-0. Ms. McCrae opposed. Public Hearing (all parties sworn in) Parks Huff, attorney for the applicant, requested that his presentation from the rezoning be incorporated for the code amendment. Seeing no one wishing to speak, the public hearing was closed. The motion was made by Council member Goldstein, seconded by Council member Richardson, that this matter be Approved. The motion carried by the following vote: Vote: 6 – 1 – 0 Approved Voting Against: Daniel Gaddis RESOLUTIONS: CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT: City of Marietta Page 10 Printed on 5/11/2026 1:35.02PM CITY COUNCIL Meeting Minutes April 15, 2026 * 20260231 Denial of Claim Denial of Claim for Jessica Lea Jones. Council Member Goldstein discloses that a member of his family leases space to Jessica Lea Jones. This Matter was Approved to Deny on the Consent Agenda. Vote: 7 – 0 – 0 Approved to Deny Claim * 20260301 Denial of Claim Denial of Claim for Charnetta Todle. This Matter was Approved to Deny on the Consent Agenda. Vote: 7 – 0 – 0 Approved to Deny Claim * 20260317 Denial of Claim Denial of Claim for Tevin Dyshawn Coates. This Matter was Approved to Deny on the Consent Agenda. Vote: 7 – 0 – 0 Approved to Deny Claim * 20260363 Denial of Claim Denial of Claim for Theodore S. Hadden. This Matter was Approved to Deny on the Consent Agenda. Vote: 7 – 0 – 0 Approved to Deny Claim CITY MANAGER'S REPORT: MAYOR'S REPORT: COMMITTEE REPORTS: 1. Economic/Community Development: Andre Sims, Chairperson 2. Finance/Investment: M. Carlyle Kent, Chairperson City of Marietta Page 11 Printed on 5/11/2026 1:35.02PM CITY COUNCIL Meeting Minutes April 15, 2026 * 20260319 RAD Kids Budget Amendment for Fiscal Year 2026 Ord 8516 Motion to approve the Budget Amendment for RAD Kids fiscal year 2026. This Matter was Approved on the Consent Agenda. Vote: 7 – 0 – 0 Approved * 20260311 Training and Professional Development Resolution Res 2026-1761 Motion to amend Training and Professional Development Resolution as follows - Add 4a): Mayor may sponsor or share in sponsorship of joint gatherings with Marietta Charter Boards or fellow governing bodies (Cobb Delegation or Commissioners, for example) to share common purpose of service to Marietta as a whole as a compliant budget expenditure for the sponsoring Mayor pursuant to this Resolution. All gatherings are to be held within the City. This Matter was Approved on the Consent Agenda. Vote: 7 – 0 – 0 Approved 3. Judicial/Legislative: Joseph R. Goldstein, Chairperson * 20260302 Final Plat - Greenhouse Ph. 3A Motion to approve the final plat for Phase 3A of Greenhouse, containing 198 townhome units on 29 acres. This Matter was Approved on the Consent Agenda. Vote: 7 – 0 – 0 Approved * 20260303 Revised Detailed Plan - Marietta Reserve Motion to refer the revised Detailed Plan for the Marietta Reserve to the Department of Development Services to post and advertise for a public hearing. This Matter was Approved on the Consent Agenda. Vote: 7 – 0 – 0 Approved for Advertisement * 20260304 Final Plat - Marietta Reserve Motion to consolidate the Final Plat for the Marietta Reserve with Item 20260303 (Detailed Plan) and refer to the Department of Development Services to post and advertise for a public hearing. City of Marietta Page 12 Printed on 5/11/2026 1:35.02PM CITY COUNCIL Meeting Minutes April 15, 2026 This Matter was Approved on the Consent Agenda. Vote: 7 – 0 – 0 Approved for Advertisement * 20260305 Final Plat - Marietta Crossing Townhomes Motion to approve the final plat for the 39-townhome phase of the Marietta Crossing development, zoned MXD (Mixed Use Development). Ward 7A. This Matter was Approved on the Consent Agenda. Vote: 7 – 0 – 0 Approved * 20260318 Code Amendment - Section 712.04 Home Occupations Motion to authorize the advertisement of changes to Section 712.04, Home Occupations, of the Zoning Ordinance to prohibit alcohol manufacturing as a home occupation. This Matter was Approved on the Consent Agenda. Vote: 7 – 0 – 0 Approved for Advertisement 4. Parks, Recreation and Tourism: Jason Waters, Chairperson * 20260310 Street Closure Requests for World Cup and July 3 Concert Motion to authorize street closures for the World Cup “Watch Party” and July 3 concert as presented. Council Member Goldstein discloses that members of his family and/or entities owned by himself and/or family members own properties in the downtown area. This Matter was Approved on the Consent Agenda. Vote: 6 – 0 – 1 Approved Abstaining: Joseph R. Goldstein * 20260312 Glover Park Concert Series Amended Alcohol Sales Request Motion to amend approved alcohol sales for the Glover Park Concert Series from the April 2026 concert to the May 2026 concert. Council Member Goldstein discloses that members of his family and/or entities owned by himself and/or family members own properties in the downtown area. Council Member Goldstein discloses that his Aunt Paula Shea, serves on the Downtown Marietta Development Authority. This Matter was Approved on the Consent Agenda. Vote: 7 – 0 – 0 Approved City of Marietta Page 13 Printed on 5/11/2026 1:35.02PM CITY COUNCIL Meeting Minutes April 15, 2026 5. Personnel/Insurance: Cheryl Richardson, Chairperson * 20260287 Property & Casualty Insurance Coverage Motion to approve the City of Marietta/BLW Property & Casualty insurance coverage and premium for the policy period of May 1, 2026, to April 30, 2027. This Matter was Approved on the Consent Agenda. Vote: 7 – 0 – 0 Approved 6. Public Safety Committee: Byron "Tee" Anderson, Chairperson 7. Public Works Committee: Daniel Gaddis, Chairperson * 20260297 Chestnut Hill Road Rapid Rectangular Flashing Beacon Motion authorizing Public Works to install two (2) Rapid Rectangular Flashing Beacons (RRFB) devices and a mid-block crossing on Chestnut Hill Road, between Chestnut Hill Drive and Heathersett Drive, with a total estimated cost of $135,000.00. Ward 3A This Matter was Approved on the Consent Agenda. Vote: 7 – 0 – 0 Approved * 20260298 Westland Drive Speed Study Motion authorizing Public Works to conduct the speed study of Westland Drive from Wilson Circle to Westland Way to determine if traffic calming measures are needed. Ward 3A This Matter was Approved on the Consent Agenda. Vote: 7 – 0 – 0 Approved * 20260299 Oakledge Drive Speed Study Motion authorizing Public Works to conduct the speed study of Oakledge Drive from cul-de-sac to cul-de-sac to determine if traffic calming measures are needed. Ward 4A This Matter was Approved on the Consent Agenda. Vote: 7 – 0 – 0 Approved City of Marietta Page 14 Printed on 5/11/2026 1:35.02PM CITY COUNCIL Meeting Minutes April 15, 2026 20260300 Stewart Circle Stop Sign Request Motion authorizing Public Works to convert the intersection of Stewart Circle and Pauline Drive to a 3-way stop condition with pedestrian crosswalks and sidewalk access points modifications, with a total estimated cost of $1,500.00. Wards 3A & 4A Public Hearing Required City Attorney Doug Haynie opened the public hearing and called forward those wishing to speak. Public Works Director Mark Rice provided information regarding the proposal to convert the intersection of Stewart Circle and Pauline Drive to a 3-way stop condition with pedestrian crosswalks and sidewalk access points modifications. Speaking regarding this matter: Brenda Parker Seeing no one else wishing to speak, the public hearing was closed. Discussion was held by Council. The motion was made by Council member Anderson, seconded by Council member Gaddis, that this matter be Approved. The motion carried by the following vote: Vote: 7 – 0 – 0 Approved OTHER BUSINESS: * 20260389 2026 FIFA World Cup Grant Motion to approve and accept the 2026 FIFA World Cup Grant in the amount of $963,701.00 to the Marietta Police Department. This Matter was Approved on the Consent Agenda. Vote: 7 – 0 – 0 Approved * 20260394 Light Post Banners Motion to approve the installation of banners “Celebrating America’s 250th in Marietta” on light posts around the Square of Marietta and in other locations in the city from April 20, 2026 through July 31, 2026. This Matter was Approved on the Consent Agenda. Vote: 7 – 0 – 0 Approved City of Marietta Page 15 Printed on 5/11/2026 1:35.02PM CITY COUNCIL Meeting Minutes April 15, 2026 * 20260422 Budget Amendment - Year End Settlement Ord 8515 Motion to approve an amendment to the Fiscal Year 2026 budget to appropriate funds for the CY2025 year-end settlement of under-recovered costs associated with the power sales contract through MEAG. A total of $722,745.19 will be incorporated into the monthly prepaid withdrawal amount, with the full balance to be satisfied within the FY2026 fiscal year. This Matter was Approved on the Consent Agenda. Vote: 7 – 0 – 0 Approved * 20260417 Acquisition of easements at 970 Burnt Hickory Road Motion authorizing acquisition of a portion of the property and easements at 970 Burnt Hickory Rd NW from the City of Marietta for the purpose of constructing the Burnt Hickory Road at Polk Street Intersection Project in exchange for $12,692.37. Ward 3A This Matter was Approved on the Consent Agenda. Vote: 7 – 0 – 0 Approved * 20260418 Acquisition of easements at 191 Whitlock Drive Motion authorizing acquisition of an easement at 191 Whitlock Dr from Ronald M Skeean & Sarah B Skeean for the purpose of constructing the Whitlock Drive Intersection Improvement Project in exchange for $4,460.00. Ward 4A This Matter was Approved on the Consent Agenda. Vote: 7 – 0 – 0 Approved * 20260419 Acquisition of easements at 1035 Franklin Gateway Motion to authorize the acquisition of property owned by Nighthawk Ten25 Holdings, LLC, Ten35 Lee Holdings, LLC, & Nighthawk Ten35 Crestwood, LLC on behalf of the City of Marietta by means of eminent domain. A description of the interest to be acquired is attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference, including the legal description of the property and a survey of such property. The city attorney is hereby authorized and directed to take any and all action necessary to acquire such property by virtue of eminent domain, including the right to file any appeals in such case. The Order Authorizing Condemnation attached is incorporated herein by reference. City staff and the City Attorney are authorized to conduct a voluntary purchase if that becomes feasible. Ward 7A City of Marietta Page 16 Printed on 5/11/2026 1:35.02PM CITY COUNCIL Meeting Minutes April 15, 2026 This Matter was Approved on the Consent Agenda. Vote: 7 – 0 – 0 Approved * 20260420 Acquisition of easements at 1038 Franklin Gateway Motion to authorize the acquisition of property owned by Mismoj Properties, LLC, on behalf of the City of Marietta by means of eminent domain. A description of the interest to be acquired is attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference, including the legal description of the property and a survey of such property. The city attorney is hereby authorized and directed to take any and all action necessary to acquire such property by virtue of eminent domain, including the right to file any appeals in such case. The Order Authorizing Condemnation attached is incorporated herein by reference. City staff and the City Attorney are authorized to conduct a voluntary purchase if that becomes feasible. Ward 1A This Matter was Approved on the Consent Agenda. Vote: 7 – 0 – 0 Approved * 20260421 Acquisition of easements at 637 Cobb Parkway South Motion to authorize the acquisition of property owned by Jairam, Inc. on behalf of the City of Marietta by means of eminent domain. A description of the interest to be acquired is attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference, including the legal description of the property and a survey of such property. The city attorney is hereby authorized and directed to take any and all action necessary to acquire such property by virtue of eminent domain, including the right to file any appeals in such case. The Order Authorizing Condemnation attached is incorporated herein by reference. City staff and the City Attorney are authorized to conduct a voluntary purchase if that becomes feasible. Ward 1A This Matter was Approved on the Consent Agenda. Vote: 7 – 0 – 0 Approved 20260396 City of Marietta and AWPFC Soccer Purchase and Sale Agreements C/A 5366 and Motion to approve the following Contracts related to women's soccer on Franklin 5367 Gateway, related to Legistar No. 20260396: a) Purchase and Sale Agreement between the City of Marietta, as seller, and AWPFC, as purchaser, for approximately 33 acres of land on Franklin Gateway Road; City of Marietta Page 17 Printed on 5/11/2026 1:35.02PM CITY COUNCIL Meeting Minutes April 15, 2026 b) Purchase and Sale Agreement between FG Partners West, LLC, as seller, and the City of Marietta, as purchaser, for approximately 10 acres on Franklin Gateway Road. This motion approves the execution of the above documents as well as any and all definitive documents consistent with the above Purchase and Sale Agreements and also grants authority for the Mayor, City Manager, and City Attorney to execute all documents, consistent with the above. The motion was made by Council member Goldstein, seconded by Council member Richardson, that this matter be Approved. The motion carried by the following vote: Vote: 7 – 0 – 0 Approved * 20260282 BLW Actions of April 6, 2026 Review and approval of the April 6, 2026 actions and minutes of Marietta Board of Lights and Water. This Matter was Approved on the Consent Agenda. Vote: 7 – 0 – 0 Approved UNSCHEDULED APPEARANCES: ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 9:09 p.m. Date Approved: ___________________ _________________________________ R. Steve Tumlin, Mayor Attest: ___________________________ Stephanie Guy, City Clerk City of Marietta Page 18 Printed on 5/11/2026 1:35.02PM