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CITY OF SOUTH FULTON, GEORGIA
City Council Regular Meeting
City Hall
Tuesday, January 13, 2026, 7:00 PM
City Council Regular Meeting Minutes
I. Meeting Called to Order - Mayor Gumbs
Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs called the meeting to order at 8:39 PM.
II. Roll Call - Corey Adams, City Clerk
Present: Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs
Councilmember Catherine F. Rowell
Councilmember Aaron V. Johnson
Councilmember Helen Z. Willis
Councilmember Jaceey Sebastian
Councilmember Keosha B. Bell
Councilmember Linda B. Pritchett
Councilmember Natasha Williams-Brown
Following the roll call by the City Clerk, a quorum was established.
III. Invocation - City Chaplin
City Chaplain gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
IV. Pledge of Allegiance
V. Proclamation Presentation
A. Proclamation Recognizing Yusuf Muhammad - Sponsored by Councilmember Sebastian
PROCLAMATION PRESENTED.
VI. Adoption of Council Agenda
A motion was made to approve the Adoption of the Council Agenda as amended. The
motion was approved unanimously, 7-0.

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Amendments:
1. D6- Board Appointments:
Ms. Natalie Jerome to the Cultural and Historic Landmark Commission, effective
February 4, 2026.
Ms. Paulette DeVaugh to the Board of Zoning and Appeals, effective February 4, 2026.
2. Mayor-City Event:
One Heartbeat Senior Sweetheart Day Celebration on February 13, 2026, 11:00 AM to
3:00 PM at Enon Ranch.
3. D3- Resolution Board Reappointment:
Ms. Kimberly Mays to the South Fulton Development Authority.
4. D7- Alcohol and Zoning Section IX: Item B goes before Item A.
5. Add First Read of An Ordinance To Repeal The City Of South Fulton's Ordinance
Number 2021-033 Amending The Regulations For Convenience Stores And Gasoline
Stations (Sponsored by Councilmembers Willis, Johnson, Sebastian, Pritchett and
Williams-Brown)
Motion (Approve as Amended): Councilmember Willis
Second: Councilmember Sebastian
(Motion Passed)
Yea: 7 Councilmember Rowell, Councilmember Johnson, Councilmember Willis,
Councilmember Sebastian, Councilmember Bell, Councilmember Williams-
Brown, Councilmember Pritchett
Nay: 0 None
Abstain: 0 None
Not Voting: 3 Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs, Assistant City Attorney Sara Kelly, City Manager
Sharon Subadan
VII. Approval of City Council Meeting Minutes
A motion was made to approve the minutes from the following meetings: the City
Council Regular Meeting, the Work Session Meeting, the Alcohol Zoning Public Hearing
held on December 9, 2025, and the City Council Special Called Meeting on January 5,
2026. The motion was approved 7-0.
Motion (Approve): Councilmember Sebastian
Second: Councilmember Bell
(Motion Passed)
Yea: 7 Councilmember Rowell, Councilmember Johnson, Councilmember Willis,
Councilmember Sebastian, Councilmember Bell, Councilmember Williams-
Brown, Councilmember Pritchett
Nay: 0 None
Abstain: 0 None
Not Voting: 3 Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs, Assistant City Attorney Sara Kelly, City Manager
Sharon Subadan
A. Request Council Approval of the following City Council Regular Meeting Minutes:
December 9, 2025

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B. Council Approval of the following City Council Work Session Minutes: December 9, 2025
C. Request Council Approval of the following City Council Alcohol and Zoning Public Hearing
Minutes: December 9, 2025
D. Request Council Approval of the following City Council Special Called Meeting
Minutes: January 5, 2026
VIII. Consent Agenda Items
A motion to approve the amended Consent Agenda was made. The motion was
approved unanimously, 7-0.
Motion (Approve as Amended): Councilmember Williams-Brown
Second: Councilmember Sebastian
(Motion Passed)
Yea: 7 Councilmember Rowell, Councilmember Johnson, Councilmember Willis,
Councilmember Sebastian, Councilmember Bell, Councilmember Williams-
Brown, Councilmember Pritchett
Nay: 0 None
Abstain: 0 None
Not Voting: 3 Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs, Assistant City Attorney Sara Kelly, City Manager
Sharon Subadan
A. Mayor/Council Proclamations for Spreading on the Minutes:
Richard Edward Hazelwood (Councilmember Pritchett)
Patricia Battle Austin (Councilmember Willis)
Joseph Henry Beasley (Mayor and Full Council)
Dorothy Waites (Councilmember Rowell)
B. Request that the Council approve a Professional Services Agreement between Chetter
Galloway and the Cultural Affairs Department for the development and creation of the first
annual City of South Fulton Storytelling Festival.
C. Request that the Council approve a Professional Services Agreement between Eric
Spivey and the Cultural Affairs Department for instruction in music, music production, and
podcasting.

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D. Request for Council to approve an MOU between the Cultural Affairs Department and
STAR Ensemble for a senior theater stage production in exchange for four (4) senior
theater workshops.
E. Request Council Approval of the following donations:
Donation from Next World in the amount of $300 for beverages for the Old National
Christmas Party. (District 7)
F. Request Council Approval of the following Board Appointments:
Councilmember Sebastian seeks to appoint Kevin Cole to the South Fulton Public Arts
Council.
Councilmember Williams-Brown seeks to re-appoint Rae Pollack to the Environmental
Committee.
Councilmember Williams-Brown seeks to re-appoint Joyce Armster to the Board of Code
Enforcement.
Councilmember Williams-Brown seeks to appoint Natalie Jerome to the Historic and
Cultural Landmarks Commission.
Councilmember Williams-Brown seeks to appoint Violet Crawford to the Parks and
Recreation Advisory Board.
Councilmember Williams-Brown seeks to appoint Tamiko Leverette to the South Fulton
Planning Commission.
Councilmember Williams-Brown seeks to appoint Paulette DeVaughn to the South Fulton
Zoning Board of Appeals.
Councilmember Williams-Brown seeks to re-appoint Felix Brown to the Veterans Advisory
Board.
Councilmember Williams-Brown seeks to re-appoint Aaron Day to the Veterans Advisory
Board.
Councilmember Williams-Brown seeks to re-appoint Imara Canady to the South Fulton
Public Arts Council.
Councilmember Williams-Brown seeks to re-appoint Karen Norris to the Use of Force
Board.
IX. Alcohol License, Rezonings, Variance and Modification Cases (For Motion and Vote)
A. Second Read and Request Council Approval Of A Zoning Ordinance Case Z25-029/U25-
010: An application by QuikTrip Corporation c/o Battle Law requesting a rezoning from C-
2 (General Commercial District/Old National Highway Overlay) to C-2 (General
Commercial District/Old National Highway Overlay) zoning with a Special Use Permit to
allow for a operate a convenience store with gasoline pumps with accessory car
wash at 0 Jonesboro & Kenwood Road (Parcel IDs: 130196LL0792, 130196LL0818, &
130196LL0826). Council District: 7.

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Staff Recommendation:
Z25-029: Approval
U25-010: Denial
Planning Commission Recommendation:
Z25-029: Denial (7-0)
U25-010: Denial (7-0)
A motion to approve the Zoning Ordinance Case Z25-029/was made. The motion
was approved, 5-2. Councilmember Rowell and Councilmember Bell voted no.
Motion (Approve): Councilmember Pritchett
Second: Councilmember Williams-Brown
(Motion )
Yea: 5 Councilmember Johnson, Councilmember Willis, Councilmember
Sebastian, Councilmember Williams-Brown, Councilmember Pritchett
Nay: 2 Councilmember Rowell, Councilmember Bell
Abstain: 0 None
Not Voting: 3 Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs, Assistant City Attorney Sara Kelly, City
Manager Sharon Subadan
B. Second Read and Request Council Approval Of An Ordinance By The City Council Of The
City Of South Fulton, Georgia, To Provide An Exemption Of The Provisions OF Section
302.15 Of The City Of South Fulton Code Of Ordinances, For The Purpose Of Waiving
Distance Requirements For A Gas Station To Be Located At 0 Jonesboro Road and 0
Kenwood Road (Parcel IDs: 13 0196 LL0792, 13 0196 LL0818, 13 0196 LL0826); To Add
A Section 302.15.1 To Codify Gas Station Exepmtions (Sponsored by Mayor Pro Tem
Linda Becquer Pritchett)
A motion to approve the Ordinance by The City Council of the City of South Fulton,
Georgia, To Provide An Exemption Of The Provisions Of Section 302.15 of the City
of South Fulton Code of Ordinances, For The Purpose of Waving Distance
Requirements For A Gas Station to be located at 0 Jonesboro Rd and O Kenwood
Road was made. The motion was approved, 5-2.
Motion (Approve): Councilmember Pritchett
Second: Councilmember Williams-Brown
(Motion Passed)
Yea: 5 Councilmember Johnson, Councilmember Willis, Councilmember
Sebastian, Councilmember Williams-Brown, Councilmember Pritchett
Nay: 2 Councilmember Rowell, Councilmember Bell
Abstain: 0 None
Not Voting: 3 Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs, Assistant City Attorney Sara Kelly, City
Manager Sharon Subadan
C. Second Read and Request Council Approval Of A Rezoning Ordinance: Case Z25-
031/CV25-004: An application by Lavarien Grundy Sr. requesting a rezoning from R-3

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(Single-Family Dwelling District/Sandtown Overlay District) to R-4A (Single-Family
Dwelling District/Sandtown Overlay District) to develop three single-family residential
lots on 1.65 acres at 4865 Campbellton Road (14F0077 LL0558). The applicant also
requests a concurrent variance from Section 405.01 (b)(2) to eliminate the 100ft buffer.
Council District: 1.
Staff Recommendation: Approval
Planning Commission Recommendation: Approval
A motion to approve the Zoning Ordinance Case Z25-031/CV25-004 was made. The
motion was approved, 7-0.
Motion (Approve): Councilmember Rowell
Second: Councilmember Williams-Brown
(Motion Passed)
Yea: 7 Councilmember Rowell, Councilmember Johnson, Councilmember Willis,
Councilmember Sebastian, Councilmember Bell, Councilmember Williams-
Brown, Councilmember Pritchett
Nay: 0 None
Abstain: 0 None
Not Voting: 3 Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs, Assistant City Attorney Sara Kelly, City
Manager Sharon Subadan
D. Second Read and Request Council Approval Of A Rezoning Ordinance: Case Z25-033/
U25-014/ CDP25-012: An application by Anré Washington c/o MK Energy requesting a
rezoning from AG-1 (Agricultural District/ Cedar Grove Overlay District) to C-2 (General
Commercial/ Cedar Grove Overlay District) and a Special Use Permit to operate a
convenience store with fuel pumps; requesting Future Land Use Amendment to amend
the character area from Rural Neighborhood to Community Work-Live at 0 Campbellton
Fairburn Road (Parcel ID: 09F310001401098) Nearest cross street is Jones Rd and Hall
Rd. Council District: 4.
Staff Recommendation: Denial
Planning Commission Recommendation: Denial All
A motion to deny the Zoning Ordinance Case Z25-033/U25-014/CDP25-012 was
made. The motion was approved, 6-0-1. Councilmember Bell abstained.
Motion (Deny): Councilmember Sebastian
Second: Councilmember Rowell
(Motion Passed)
Yea: 6 Councilmember Rowell, Councilmember Johnson, Councilmember Willis,
Councilmember Sebastian, Councilmember Williams-Brown,
Councilmember Pritchett
Nay: 0 None
Abstain: 1 Councilmember Bell
Not Voting: 3 Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs, Assistant City Attorney Sara Kelly, City
Manager Sharon Subadan

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E. Council Consideration of An Override of the Mayor's Veto Of A Zoning Ordinance Case
Z25-011/CDP-25-006: The applicant is requesting to rezone from C-1 (Limited
Commercial/Old National Highway Overlay District) to TR (Townhouse Residential
District/Old National Highway Overlay District) at 7210 Old National Highway and is
requesting a Comprehensive Development Plan amendment from Regional Live-Work to
Suburban Neighborhood II for the purpose of constructing 107 townhomes on 13.4
acres of land. This property is in Council District 7.
Staff Recommendation: Denial
Planning Commission Recommendation: Denial
A motion to accept withdrawal of the Zoning Ordinance Case Z25-011/CDP25-006
was made. The motion was approved, 7-0.
Motion (Accept withdrawal ): Councilmember Pritchett
Second: Councilmember Bell
(Motion Passed)
Yea: 7 Councilmember Rowell, Councilmember Johnson, Councilmember Willis,
Councilmember Sebastian, Councilmember Bell, Councilmember Williams-
Brown, Councilmember Pritchett
Nay: 0 None
Abstain: 0 None
Not Voting: 3 Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs, Assistant City Attorney Sara Kelly, City
Manager Sharon Subadan
A motion was made to state that the Mayor's Veto is non-existent or moot for case
Z25-011/CDP25-006. The motion was approved, 7-0.
Motion (Approve as Amended): Councilmember Pritchett
Second: Councilmember Rowell
(Motion Passed)
Yea: 7 Councilmember Rowell, Councilmember Johnson, Councilmember Willis,
Councilmember Sebastian, Councilmember Bell, Councilmember Williams-
Brown, Councilmember Pritchett
Nay: 0 None
Abstain: 0 None
Not Voting: 3 Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs, Assistant City Attorney Sara Kelly, City
Manager Sharon Subadan
F. Council Consideration of An Override of the Mayor's Veto Of A Zoning Ordinance Case
Z25-001/U25-002: An application by Randy Pimsler requesting a rezoning from MIX
(Mixed Use District) to C-2 (General Commercial District) zoning with a Special Use
Permit to allow for a self-storage multi-facility (and retail) on the site at 0 Riverside
Drive (Parcel ID: 14F0132 LL0445). This property is in the Fulton Industrial Business
Overlay District in Council District 1.
Staff Recommendation:

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Z25-001: Approval Conditional
U25-002: Approval Conditional
Planning Commission Recommendation:
Z25-001: Approval Conditional (4-0)
U25-002: Approval Conditional (4-0)
A motion was made to override the Mayor's Veto of a Zoning Ordinance Case Z25-
001/U25-002. The motion failed, 4-3. Councilmembers Rowell, Johnson, and Bell
voted no.
Motion (Override the veto): Councilmember Willis
Second: Councilmember Sebastian
(Motion Failed)
Yea: 4 Councilmember Willis, Councilmember Sebastian, Councilmember
Williams-Brown, Councilmember Pritchett
Nay: 3 Councilmember Rowell, Councilmember Johnson, Councilmember Bell
Abstain: 0 None
Not Voting: 3 Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs, Assistant City Attorney Sara Kelly, City
Manager Sharon Subadan
X. Public Comments
Speakers will be granted a total of two (2) minutes each and public comments will not exceed
thirty (30) minutes. Speakers will not be allowed to yield or donate their time to other speakers.
Speakers must identify themselves and their addresses prior to speaking. Speakers may only
address the Presiding Officer, shall observe all rules of decorum. No debate, disrespect or
obscenities shall be tolerated. The Presiding Officer shall rule any such individual out of order
that fails to comply with the forgoing.
In-Person:
Jill Lindsey
Glenda Collins
Demetrius Nelson
Debbie Davis
Ivory Denson
Online:
Karen Brown
Dr. Jerome Ratchford
Diana Williams
Marcus Carter
Juanita Marbury
XI. Council Comments
XII. Agenda Items

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A. Administration
1. Resolution Appointing District 5 Councilmember Keosha Bell As Mayor Pro
Tempore (Sponsored by Councilmembers Pritchett, Rowell and Williams-Brown)
A motion was made to approve Item XII: A 1. The motion was approved 7-0.
Motion (Approve): Councilmember Pritchett
Second: Councilmember Sebastian
(Motion Passed)
Yea: 7 Councilmember Rowell, Councilmember Johnson, Councilmember Willis,
Councilmember Sebastian, Councilmember Bell, Councilmember Williams-
Brown, Councilmember Pritchett
Nay: 0 None
Abstain: 0 None
Not Voting: 3 Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs, Assistant City Attorney Sara Kelly, City
Manager Sharon Subadan
2. Request Council Approval of A New Appointment to the Public Facilities
Authority
A motion was made to approve Councilmember Aaron Johnson for Public Facilities
Authority. Councilmember Aaron Johnson withdrew his name.
Motion (Appoint Aaron Johnson to PFA (Withdrawn): Councilmember Rowell
Second: Councilmember Sebastian
(Motion )
A motion was made to approve Councilmember Linda Pritchett for the Public
Facilities Authority. The motion was approved, 7-0.
Motion (Appoint Linda Pritchett to PFA (Approve): Councilmember Rowell
Second: Councilmember Sebastian
(Motion )
Yea: 7 Councilmember Rowell, Councilmember Johnson, Councilmember Willis,
Councilmember Sebastian, Councilmember Bell, Councilmember Williams-
Brown, Councilmember Pritchett
Nay: 0 None
Abstain: 0 None
Not Voting: 3 Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs, Assistant City Attorney Sara Kelly, City
Manager Sharon Subadan
3. Request Council Approval of the 2026 City of South Fulton State Legislative
Agenda
ITEM VOTED ON IN WORK SESSION.
4. Second Read and Request Council Approval Of An Ordinance To Amend Title 12
(Licenses, Permits, And Business Regulations) To Add Chapter 6 (Delivery-Based

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Commercial Kitchens) Of The Code Of Ordinances, City Of South Fulton, Georgia
(Sponsored by Councilmember Gumbs)
A motion was made to approve Item XII: A 4. The motion was approved 7-0.
Motion (Unanimous Consent ): Councilmember Williams-Brown
Second: Councilmember Rowell
(Motion Passed)
Yea: 7 Councilmember Rowell, Councilmember Johnson, Councilmember Willis,
Councilmember Sebastian, Councilmember Bell, Councilmember Williams-
Brown, Councilmember Pritchett
Nay: 0 None
Abstain: 0 None
Not Voting: 3 Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs, Assistant City Attorney Sara Kelly, City
Manager Sharon Subadan
5. Request Council Approval Of A Resolution Of The City Of South Fulton, Georgia
Authorizing The Mayor And Members Of The City Council To Have Full Access To
All City-Owned Buildings And Facilities At Any Time, With The Sole Exception Of
The City Attorney’s Office Suite, Which Shall Remain A Secure Area To Maintain The
Confidentiality And Integrity Of Legal Documents And Matters; To Provide For
Severability; To Provide For An Effective Date; And For Other Lawful
Purposes. (Sponsored by Councilmember Williams-Brown)
A motion was made to approve Item XII: A 5. There was no vote on this item.
Motion (Approve): Councilmember Williams-Brown
Second: Councilmember Pritchett
(Motion )
Yea: 0 None
Nay: 0 None
Abstain: 0 None
Not Voting: 3 Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs, Assistant City Attorney Sara Kelly, City
Manager Sharon Subadan
A motion was made to accept an amendment to the main motion Item XII: A 5. The
motion was approved, 6-1. Councilmember Pritchett voted no.
Motion (Approve): Councilmember Willis
Second: Councilmember Rowell
(Motion Passed)
Yea: 6 Councilmember Rowell, Councilmember Johnson, Councilmember Willis,
Councilmember Sebastian, Councilmember Bell, Councilmember Williams-
Brown
Nay: 1 Councilmember Pritchett
Abstain: 0 None

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Not Voting: 3 Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs, Assistant City Attorney Sara Kelly, City
Manager Sharon Subadan
A motion was made to hold Item XII: A 5. The motion was approved, 7-0.
Motion (HOLD): Councilmember Willis
Second: Councilmember Rowell
(Motion Passed)
Yea: 7 Councilmember Rowell, Councilmember Johnson, Councilmember Willis,
Councilmember Sebastian, Councilmember Bell, Councilmember Williams-
Brown, Councilmember Pritchett
Nay: 0
Abstain: 0 None
Not Voting: 3 Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs, Assistant City Attorney Sara Kelly, City
Manager Sharon Subadan
6. Request Council Approval Of A Resolution To Authorize The Mayor, On Behalf Of
The City, To Enter Into An Intergovernmental Agreement With The City Of East
Point, Georgia Consenting To The Allocation Of Building And Site Development
Permitting Services To Be Provided To The Property Located At 4700 Campbell
Drive (AKA 0 Campbell Drive) (Parcel ID: 13 0033 LL0096) Which Is Located Both In
The City Of East Point, Georgia And The City Of South Fulton, Georgia Which
Traverses Boundaries
A motion was made to approve Item XII: A 6. The motion was approved, 7-0.
Motion (Unanimous Consent ): Councilmember Williams-Brown
Second: Councilmember Rowell
(Motion Passed)
Yea: 7 Councilmember Rowell, Councilmember Johnson, Councilmember Willis,
Councilmember Sebastian, Councilmember Bell, Councilmember Williams-
Brown, Councilmember Pritchett
Nay: 0 None
Abstain: 0 None
Not Voting: 3 Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs, Assistant City Attorney Sara Kelly, City
Manager Sharon Subadan
7. Request Council Approval Of A Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of South
Fulton, Georgia, Authorizing, Execution Of The Second Memorandum Of
Understanding Between Fulton County, Georgia And The City Of South Fulton
To Provide For The Receipt And Acceptance Of $900,000 Of TSPLOST Funds
Designated For The City Of South Fulton
A motion was made to approve Item XII: A 7. The motion was approved, 7-0.
Motion (Unanimous Consent ): Councilmember Williams-Brown
Second: Councilmember Rowell
(Motion Passed)

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Yea: 7 Councilmember Rowell, Councilmember Johnson, Councilmember Willis,
Councilmember Sebastian, Councilmember Bell, Councilmember Williams-
Brown, Councilmember Pritchett
Nay: 0 None
Abstain: 0 None
Not Voting: 3 Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs, Assistant City Attorney Sara Kelly, City
Manager Sharon Subadan
8. Request Council Approval Of A Resolution By The City Of South Fulton City Council
Approving And Entering Into A Marketing Services Agreement By And Between
The City Of South Fulton And ATL Airport District Convention And Visitors
Bureau, A Non-Profit Corporation, For The Purpose Of Marketing The City Of
South Fulton As A Tourism, Convention And Meeting Destination
A motion was made to approve Item XII: A 8. The motion was approved, 7-0.
Motion (Unanimous Consent ): Councilmember Williams-Brown
Second: Councilmember Rowell
(Motion Passed)
Yea: 7 Councilmember Rowell, Councilmember Johnson, Councilmember Willis,
Councilmember Sebastian, Councilmember Bell, Councilmember Williams-
Brown, Councilmember Pritchett
Nay: 0 None
Abstain: 0 None
Not Voting: 3 Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs, Assistant City Attorney Sara Kelly, City
Manager Sharon Subadan
9. A Resolution By The City Of South Fulton City Council To Codify And In Support Of
The Sandtown Village Development Project (Also Known As The Hutch Project)
Located At The Intersection Of Campbellton Road And Camp Creek Parkway In
Congressional District 6
A motion was made to approve Item XII: A 9. The motion was approved, 7-0.
Motion (Unanimous Consent ): Councilmember Williams-Brown
Second: Councilmember Rowell
(Motion Passed)
Yea: 7 Councilmember Rowell, Councilmember Johnson, Councilmember Willis,
Councilmember Sebastian, Councilmember Bell, Councilmember Williams-
Brown, Councilmember Pritchett
Nay: 0 None
Abstain: 0 None
Not Voting: 3 Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs, Assistant City Attorney Sara Kelly, City
Manager Sharon Subadan
B. Procurement and Contracts

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1. The Grant Department and Parks and Recreation request Council approval to award
RFP No. 25-14 ADA Compliant Playground Equipment Replacements to Playworx
Playsets LLC, the selected qualified proposer. This procurement supports ADA
compliance, inclusive recreation, and modernization of playground assets at
designated City park locations using federally funded grant resources.
The contract authorizes the replacement and installation of ADA-compliant
playground equipment at Creel Park, Burdette Park, and Old National Park.
Work will be issued through project-specific notices to proceed or task directives,
subject to grant requirements, budget availability, and administrative approval, with a
maximum contract amount not to exceed Eight Hundred Twelve Thousand Two
Hundred Fifteen Dollars ($812,215.00). No minimum spend is guaranteed, preserving
fiscal control and delivery flexibility.
A motion was made to approve Item XII: B 1. The motion was approved, 7-0.
Motion (Unanimous Consent ): Councilmember Williams-Brown
Second: Councilmember Rowell
(Motion Passed)
Yea: 7 Councilmember Rowell, Councilmember Johnson, Councilmember Willis,
Councilmember Sebastian, Councilmember Bell, Councilmember Williams-
Brown, Councilmember Pritchett
Nay: 0 None
Abstain: 0 None
Not Voting: 3 Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs, Assistant City Attorney Sara Kelly, City
Manager Sharon Subadan
2. The General Services Department and Code Enforcement requests Council approval
to award RFP No. 25-19 On-Call Demolition and Facility Support Services and
establish contracts with The M Mitchell Group, The K&E Group USA LLC, and
Wilpro Enterprises Inc. DBA Servpro. This action strengthens the City’s capacity to
respond to routine maintenance, urgent repairs, and time-sensitive facility needs.
The multi-vendor structure enhances operational resilience, improves response time,
and preserves pricing and capacity flexibility across varying scopes of work. Services
will be authorized on an as-needed basis through individual work orders or task
directives, with a not-to-exceed amount of $1,000,000 per firm, subject to budget
availability. No minimum work is guaranteed.
A motion was made to approve Item XII: B 2. The motion was approved, 7-0.
Motion (Unanimous Consent ): Councilmember Williams-Brown
Second: Councilmember Rowell
(Motion Passed)
Yea: 7 Councilmember Rowell, Councilmember Johnson, Councilmember Willis,
Councilmember Sebastian, Councilmember Bell, Councilmember Williams-
Brown, Councilmember Pritchett
Nay: 0 None

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Abstain: 0 None
Not Voting: 3 Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs, Assistant City Attorney Sara Kelly, City
Manager Sharon Subadan
3. The General Services Department requests Council approval to utilize a cooperative
purchasing agreement for the acquisition of police pursuit and special service
vehicles through Statewide Contract No. 99999-001-SPD0000183-0005 with Allan
Vigil Ford Lincoln Inc.
This procurement approach leverages competitively solicited state pricing,
accelerates delivery timelines, and ensures full compliance with state procurement
law. Vehicles will be purchased on an as-needed basis through individual purchase
orders supported by written quotes. Total expenditures shall not exceed $2,000,000
annually, whether single or combined occurrence, subject to budget appropriation.
A motion was made to approve Item XII: B 3. The motion was approved, 7-0.
Motion (Unanimous Consent ): Councilmember Williams-Brown
Second: Councilmember Rowell
(Motion Passed)
Yea: 7 Councilmember Rowell, Councilmember Johnson, Councilmember Willis,
Councilmember Sebastian, Councilmember Bell, Councilmember Williams-
Brown, Councilmember Pritchett
Nay: 0 None
Abstain: 0 None
Not Voting: 3 Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs, Assistant City Attorney Sara Kelly, City
Manager Sharon Subadan
4. The General Services Department requests Council approval to utilize a cooperative
purchasing agreement for the acquisition of police administrative vehicles,
including associated equipment and accessories, through Statewide Contract No.
99999-SPD-SPD0000218-0002 with Allan Vigil Ford Lincoln Inc.
This cooperative procurement model reduces cycle time, ensures pricing consistency,
and maintains compliance with state and local procurement requirements. Purchases
will be executed as needed through individual purchase orders, supported by written
quotes. Annual expenditures shall not exceed $2,000,000, subject to budget
availability and administrative approval.
A motion was made to approve Item XII: B 4. The motion was approved, 7-0.
Motion (Unanimous Consent ): Councilmember Williams-Brown
Second: Councilmember Rowell
(Motion Passed)
Yea: 7 Councilmember Rowell, Councilmember Johnson, Councilmember Willis,
Councilmember Sebastian, Councilmember Bell, Councilmember Williams-
Brown, Councilmember Pritchett
Nay: 0 None

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Abstain: 0 None
Not Voting: 3 Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs, Assistant City Attorney Sara Kelly, City
Manager Sharon Subadan
5. General Services requests Council approval to use Dana Safety Supply through its
GSA Federal Supply Schedule Contract No. GS-07F-0512T under the Georgia
Department of Public Safety 1122 Procurement Program for the upfitting of City-
owned emergency response vehicles, establish contract authority not to exceed
Two Million Dollars ($2,000,000.00) per fiscal year, and ratify prior expenditures
totaling One Million Seventy-Five Thousand Six Hundred Thirty-Three Dollars
($1,075,633.00) incurred during Fiscal Years 2025 and 2026 to support ongoing
public safety operations.
A motion was made to approve Item XII: B 5. The motion was approved, 7-0.
Motion (Unanimous Consent): Councilmember Williams-Brown
Second: Councilmember Rowell
(Motion Passed)
Yea: 7 Councilmember Rowell, Councilmember Johnson, Councilmember Willis,
Councilmember Sebastian, Councilmember Bell, Councilmember Williams-
Brown, Councilmember Pritchett
Nay: 0 None
Abstain: 0 None
Not Voting: 3 Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs, Assistant City Attorney Sara Kelly, City
Manager Sharon Subadan
C. First Read Ordinances
1. First Read: An Ordinance To Amend The City Of South Fulton Zoning Ordinance For
The Purpose Of Amending Regulations Related To Home-Based Businesses
FIRST READ.
2. First Read: An Ordinance To Amend Title 3 (“Building Regulations”), Chapter 3
(“Miscellaneous Provisions”), Of The South Fulton Code Of Ordinances To Require
New Conveyor Car Washes To Recycle Water; To Comply With The Requirements
Of The Metropolitan North Georgia Water Planning District’s 2022 Water Supply And
Water Conservation Management Plan; To Conserve Water Resources
FIRST READ.
XIII. Walk-On Items (if necessary)
1. Mayor-City Event:
One Heartbeat Senior Sweetheart Day Celebration on February 13, 2026, 11:00 AM to
3:00 PM at Enon Ranch.
2. D3- Resolution Board Reappointment:
Ms. Kimberly Mays to the South Fulton Development Authority.

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Motion (Approve): Councilmember Rowell
Second: Councilmember Sebastian
(Motion Passed)
Yea: 7 Councilmember Rowell, Councilmember Johnson, Councilmember Willis,
Councilmember Sebastian, Councilmember Bell, Councilmember Williams-
Brown, Councilmember Pritchett
Nay: 0 None
Abstain: 0 None
Not Voting: 3 Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs, Assistant City Attorney Sara Kelly, City Manager
Sharon Subadan
The City Clerk read the following ordinance as a First Read. An Ordinance To Repeal
The City Of South Fulton's Ordinance Number 2021-033 Amending The Regulations For
Convenience Stores And Gasoline Stations (Sponsored by Councilmembers Willis,
Johnson, Sebastian, Pritchett and Williams-Brown)
XIV. Executive Session, if neccesary
NO EXECUTIVE SESSION NEEDED.
XV. Adjournment of Meeting
Chair Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs adjourned the Council Regular Meeting at 10:40 PM.