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City of South Fulton, Georgia 5440 Fulton Industrial Blvd.
South Fulton, GA 30336
Phone: 470-552-4311
Agenda
cityofsouthfultonga.gov
City Council Regular Meeting
The Honorable Carmalitha Gumbs, Mayor
The Honorable Catherine F. Rowell, District 1
The Honorable Aaron V. Johnson, District 2
(Vacant), District 3
The Honorable Jaceey Sebastian, District 4
The Honorable Keosha B. Bell, District 5
The Honorable Natasha Williams-Brown, District 6
The Honorable Linda B. Pritchett, District 7
Tuesday, March 24, 2026 7:00 PM City Hall
SOUTH FULTON CITY COUNCIL MISSION STATEMENT:
To provide exceptional customer service that sustains a safe, inclusive, innovative, and an economically vibrant city.
Live-stream: Public Meeting Portal (CivicClerk):
https://southfultonga.portal.civicclerk.com
Public Comment: https://www.cityofsouthfultonga.gov/3074/Public-Comment-at-Council-
Meetings
I. Meeting Called to Order - Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs
II. Roll Call - City Clerk Corey Adams
III. Invocation - City Chaplin
IV. Pledge of Allegiance
V. Adoption of Council Agenda
VI. Approval of City Council Meeting Minutes
A. Request Council Approval of the following City Council Regular Meeting Minutes: March
10, 2026
B. Request Council Approval of the following City Council Work Session Minutes: March 10,
2026
C. Request Council Approval of the following City Council Alcohol and Zoning Public Hearing
Minutes: March 10, 2026
VII. Consent Agenda Items
A. Mayor/Council Proclamations for Spreading on the Minutes:
Dr. S. Carver Davenport (Councilmember Pritchett)
Dr. Torin T. Dailey (Mayor Gumbs)
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B. Request Council Approval Of A Resolution Of The City Of South Fulton Authorizing
Acceptance Of A Donation Of Completed Enhancements And Site Improvements At Creel
Park And Welcome All Park From The Atlanta Hawks Foundation, Inc. For The Purpose
Of Improving The Outdoor Community Basketball Courts
C. Request Council Approval of the following Event: Candlelight Vigil Honoring The Memory
of Captain Helio A. Garcia, III on Thursday, April 16, 2026, from 6:30 PM at Southwest
Arts Center.
D. Request for authorization to accept a grant of $10,000 from the United Way of Greater
Atlanta to support housing stability; and, authorize matching funds. The donation will fund
housing relocation assistance for six residents in a blighted property. The grant requires a
local share of $10,000.
E. The Procurement Department requests Council Approval to utilize a cooperative
purchasing agreement for the acquisition of fleet vehicles to support the operational and
replacement needs of the General Services Department Fleet Division. The vehicles may
include automobiles, SUVs, vans, and light trucks with optional upfitting services. The City
will piggyback on Sourcewell Master Agreement No. 081325-NAF with 72 Hours LLC dba
National Auto Fleet Group (NAFG), an authorized supplier under the Sourcewell
cooperative purchasing program.
This cooperative procurement method leverages competitively solicited pricing and terms,
reduces procurement cycle time, and ensures compliance with public purchasing
requirements without duplicating the solicitation process. Purchases will be made on an as
needed basis through individual purchase orders consistent with the Sourcewell
agreement. Total expenditures shall not exceed two million dollars ($2,000,000.00) during
the contract term, subject to approved departmental budgets. The underlying cooperative
contract became effective November 12, 2025 and is valid through November 11, 2026,
with renewal options available under the Sourcewell agreement.
F. The Procurement Department requests Council Approval to utilize a cooperative
purchasing agreement for the acquisition of fleet tires and related equipment and supplies
to support the operational needs of the General Services Department Fleet Division. The
City will piggyback on Sourcewell Master Agreement No. 051525-GTC with The Goodyear
Tire & Rubber Company, an authorized supplier under the Sourcewell cooperative
purchasing program.
This cooperative procurement method leverages competitively solicited pricing and terms,
reduces procurement cycle time, and ensures compliance with public purchasing
requirements without duplicating the solicitation process. Purchases will be made on an
as-needed basis through individual purchase orders consistent with the Sourcewell
agreement. Total expenditures shall not exceed one hundred fifty thousand dollars
($150,000.00) during the contract term, subject to approved departmental budgets.
The underlying cooperative contract became effective September 30, 2025 and is
currently valid through September 29, 2026, with additional renewal options available
under the Sourcewell agreement.
VIII. Alcohol License, Rezonings, Variance and Modification Cases (For Motion and Vote)
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A. Request Council Approval of a Zoning Resolution - U26-001: 0 Cochran (Parcel IDs:
Road 09C110000420377 ) TowerCo c/o Baker Donelson Law Firm requesting a Special
Use Permit to allow a Telecommunication Support Structure in AG1 (Agricultural District/
Cliftondale Overlay District) zoning district . Council District 4.
Staff Recommendation: Approval Conditional
Planning Commission: Approval Conditional
B. Request Council Approval of a Zoning Resolution - U26-002: 7600 & 0 Hall Road (Parcel
IDs: 07 040001130369 & 07 040001130377 ) Atlanta Film Animals requesting a Special
Use Permit to operate an outdoor animal kennel in AG 1 (Agricultural District/ Cedar
Grove Overlay District) zoning district. Council District 4
Staff Recommendation: Approval Conditional
Planning Commission: Approval Conditional (5-1)
C. Second Read and Request Council Approval: Z26-008 - An Ordinance To Rezone 191.20
+/- Acres Of Land, Located At 555 & 0 Spence Road; 0 Old Senoia Road; 0 Irwin Road; 0
Fayetteville Road (Parcel IDs: 09F070000320927, 09F100200471269,
09F070000320661, 09F100100460651, 09F100100460610, 09F10010060636 &
09F110300450881) From The AG-1 (Agricultural) Zoning District To The M-1 (Light
Industrial) Zoning District To Develop A 1.54 Million Square Feet Of Warehouse Space
For Light-Industrial Uses. (District 7)
IX. Public Comments (Comments regarding Zoning Cases will not be allowed)
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.
X. Council Comments
XI. Agenda Items
A. Administration
1. Request Council Approval Of A Resolution Proclaiming The Month Of March As
Women's History Month In The City Of South Fulton (Mayor Gumbs and Full City
Council)
2. Request Council Approval Of A Resolution To Amend The City’s Holiday Schedule
To Limit The Recognition Of Election Day And Run-Off Day(s) For City Of South
Fulton Races Only (Sponsored by Councilmember Jaceey Sebastian)
3. Request Council Approval Of A Resolution Authorizing The City Of South Fulton,
Georgia To Adjust Solid Waste Fees
4. Request Council Approval of an extension of the Professional Services Agreement
with Dr. Cedric Alexander to serve as the Interim Director of Public Safety for the City
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of South Fulton effective upon adoption for six (6) months, with an option to renew for
90 days.
XII. Walk-On Items (if necessary)
XIII. Executive Session, if necessary
XIV. Adjournment of Meeting
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CITY OF SOUTH FULTON, GEORGIA
City Council Regular Meeting
City Hall
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 7:00 PM
City Council Regular Meeting Minutes
I. Meeting Called to Order - Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs
Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.
II. Roll Call - City Clerk Corey Adams
Present: Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs
Councilmember Catherine F. Rowell- Virtual
Councilmember Aaron V. Johnson
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
PROCLAMATION PRESENTED.
Add-On:
Proclamation Honoring the Life and Service of Ms. Cynthia Coleman (Mayor and Full
Council)
A. Proclamation Recognizing June 2026 As Scleroderma Awareness Month (Mayor and Full
Council)
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B. Proclamation Recognizing the Creekside High School Football Team (Mayor and Full
Council)
VI. Adoption of Council Agenda
Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs approved the Amended Council Agenda by unanimous consent with no
objections.
ADD: Proclamation Honoring the Life and Service of Ms. Cynthia Coleman (Mayor and Full Council)
ADD: Request Council Approval of the following Donations:
• Acceptance of a $1,000.00 Sponsorship From Georgia Power- for the February 13, 2026, City of South
Fulton One Heartbeat Valentine’s Event for securing the event venue. (Mayor Gumbs)
• Acceptance of Monetary Donation of $2,500 from the Kevin Christopher Pierson Agency for the Women’s
History Month R.E.S.T. (Recognition, Empowerment, Self-Care, Transformation) event (Councilmember
Sebastian)
• Acceptance of donation of 40 total cases for a total of 960 drinks from The Coca-Cola Bottling Company
for the Women’s History Month R.E.S.T. (Recognition, Empowerment, Self-Care, Transformation) event.
(Councilmember Sebastian)
ADD: Request Council Approval of the following Events:
• Event Approval - Community Health Fair, in partnership with the South Fulton (GA) Alumni Chapter of
Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. at Welcome All Park — April 14, 2026 (Time TBA) (Mayor Gumbs)
• Event Approval - Annual Stop the Violence Event at Welcome All Park — April 26, 2026, from 1:00 PM –
6:00 PM. (Mayor Gumbs)
• Event Approval - Home Buying Seminar & Down Payment Assistance-In partnership with Cadence Bank,
Burdett Park - April 18, 2026, 9:00 AM -4:00 PM (Mayor Pro Tem Bell)
• Event Approval - Community Baby Shower-Presented by Maternal World Health Organization, Burdett
Park - May 9, 2026, 2:00 - 6:00 PM (Mayor Pro Tem Bell)
• Event Approval - Community Health Initiative, South Fulton Economic Development Office - March 21,
2026, 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM.
VII. Approval of City Council Meeting Minutes
Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs approved the City Council Meeting Minutes for February 24,
2026, by unanimous consent with no objections.
A. Request Council Approval of the following City Council Regular Meeting Minutes:
February 24, 2026
B. Request Council Approval of the following City Council Work Session Minutes: February
24, 2026
C. Request Council Approval of the following City Council Alcohol and Zoning Public Hearing
Minutes: February 24, 2026
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VIII. Consent Agenda Items
Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs approved the Council Agenda by unanimous consent with no
objections.
A. Request Council confirmation of the following recorded development plats as approved by
the City Engineer pursuant to Section 4.2.2.E of the Subdivision Regulations, Appendix D.
Section 4.2.2.E of the City's Municipal Codes calls for the City Council to confirm receipt of
all recorded plats. All recorded plats have been received and logged by Fulton County
Superior Court, at this time.
1. Confirm the minor plat for 4960 Welcome All Road. Located in Council District #5, This
minor plat is to split the 6.64 Acre Parcel into a 2.50 Acre Tract and a 4.14 Acre Tract.
2. Confirm the minor plat for 8395 Williams Road. Located in Council District #4, This
Minor Plat is for the Combination of 2 Tracts into 1 Parcel being a total of 20.814 Acres.
B. Request Council Approval of the following District 7 Event: International Women’s Day
Networking Mixer and Vendor Market on Sunday, March 8, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 4:00
PM at Shock Fitness Studio.
C. The Department of Cultural Affairs seeks Council Approval of an MOU with Wontanara
Inc., a nonprofit dance company based in Atlanta, to conduct dance operations at the
Southwest Arts Center in exchange for the organization's use of the campus for its annual
festival.
D. Request Council Approval of Council Appointment to the following Board or Commission:
Council Appointment of Dr. Lynn Anidi to serve as the District 1 representative on the
Historic and Cultural Landmarks Commission (Sponsored by Councilmember Catherine
Rowell)
E. Agreements
1.
Request Council Approval of a Youth Athletic Association Agreement between the
City of South Fulton, Georgia, on behalf of the Parks and Recreation Department,
and Atlanta Pink Sox, Inc., for the provision of youth softball programming at Old
National Park, located at 2400 Pleasant Hill Road, SW, South Fulton, Georgia 30349.
The proposed agreement formalizes Atlanta Pink Sox, Inc. as a recognized Youth
Athletic Association (YAA) partner of the City of South Fulton Parks and Recreation
Department for the operation of youth softball programming at Old National Park. This
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partnership aligns with the Department’s commitment to expanding structured athletic
programming opportunities for youth, increasing facility utilization, and strengthening
community-based sports organizations within the City of South Fulton.
2.
Request Council Approval of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the
City of South Fulton, Georgia, on behalf of the Parks and Recreation Department,
and It’s Electric, LLC, for the provision of electrical engineering and HVAC workforce
training services under the City’s Workforce Academy Program. The proposed
Memorandum of Understanding formalizes a partnership between the City of South
Fulton Parks and Recreation Department and It’s Electric, LLC to provide structured
workforce development training in electrical engineering and HVAC to youth and
young adults ages 17–28.
The Workforce Development Training School, operated through the Parks and
Recreation Department, is designed to equip participants with industry-relevant skills,
mentorship, and hands-on training to prepare them for career pathways in skilled
trades.
3.
Request Council Approval of a Youth Athletic Association Agreement between the
City of South Fulton, Georgia, on behalf of the Parks and Recreation Department,
and Swann Community Outreach Inc., for the provision of youth T-Ball, baseball, and
softball programming at Sandtown Park, located at 5370 Campbellton Road, South
Fulton, Georgia 30331.
The proposed agreement formalizes Swann Community Outreach Inc. as a
recognized Youth Athletic Association (YAA) partner of the City of South Fulton Parks
and Recreation Department for the administration and operation of youth T-Ball,
baseball, and softball programming at Sandtown Park.
4.
Request Council Approval of a Youth Athletic Association Agreement between the
City of South Fulton, Georgia, on behalf of the Parks and Recreation Department,
and Choose South Fulton Athletic Association, Inc., for the provision of youth football
and cheerleading programming at Sandtown Park, located at 5370 Campbellton
Road, South Fulton, Georgia 30331.
The proposed agreement formalizes Choose South Fulton Athletic Association, Inc.
as a recognized Youth Athletic Association (YAA) partner of the City of South Fulton
Parks and Recreation Department for the administration and operation of youth
football and cheerleading programming at Sandtown Park.
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5. Request Council Approval of a Memorandum of Understanding between the City of
South Fulton and Jabali Construction to provide an 8-week 3D Construction Printing
workforce training program through the Parks and Recreation Department. The
proposed Memorandum of Understanding formalizes a strategic workforce
development partnership between the City of South Fulton Parks and Recreation
Department and Jabali Construction to deliver the 3D Construction Printing &
Construction Management Foundations Program.
This innovative eight-week structured initiative is designed to introduce young adults,
workforce participants, and career transitioners to emerging construction
technologies, specifically 3D Construction Printing (3DCP), automation-driven
building systems, and construction management fundamentals. The program aligns
with growing municipal and private-sector infrastructure demands and supports the
City’s long-term workforce pipeline strategy.
IX. Alcohol License, Rezonings, Variance and Modification Cases (For Motion and Vote)
A. An alcohol beverage license application for NT Fuel & Food LLC DBA Valero Food Mart
has been submitted and is requesting approval for an alcohol license for the sale of wine
and beer located at 4455 Fulton Industrial Blvd, Atlanta, GA 30336. District 1
A motion was made to approve Section IX: Item A. The motion was approved 6-0.
Motion (Approve): Councilmember Rowell
Second: Councilmember Bell
(Motion Passed)
Yea: 6 Councilmember Rowell, Councilmember Johnson, Councilmember
Sebastian, Councilmember Bell, Councilmember Williams-Brown,
Councilmember Pritchett
Nay: 0 None
Abstain: 0 None
Not Voting: 2 Assistant City Attorney Sara Kelly, City Manager Sharon Subadan
X. Public Comments (Comments regarding Zoning Cases will not be allowed)
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:
Zachary Humphries, State Senator Jaha Howard's Office
Councilmember Emeritus Rosie Jackson-Puckett
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LaTonya Wright
Ron Harriston
Online:
Doris Clark
Drew deMan
LaTonya Wright
XI. Council Comments
XII. Agenda Items
A. Administration
1. Request Council Approval of A Resolution By The City Of South Fulton City Council
To Declare A Vacancy In The City Council District 3 Seat; To Call And Conduct A
Special Election On May 19, 2026, To Elect A Successor To Fill The Unexpired Term
Of The District 3 City Council Seat; To Conduct A Runoff Election, If Necessary, To
Be Held June 16, 2026; To Set Qualifying Dates and Fees; And For Other Lawful
Purposes
Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs approved the Council Agenda as amended for Section XII:
A.1, B.1, B.2, B.3, B.4, B.5, and B.6 by unanimous consent with no objections.
B. Procurement and Contracts
1. The Procurement Department is requesting Council acknowledge and authorize the
execution of a piggyback agreement with Genuine Parts Company dba NAPA Auto
Parts, under Sourcewell Contract No. 100124-GPC for automotive and industrial
replacement parts. The General Services Department will utilize this competitively
awarded cooperative contract to procure automotive and industrial parts, related
components, and accessories necessary to support fleet maintenance and essential
City operations. This Agreement begins upon final execution and continues for one
year, with any extension or renewal subject to approval and not to exceed the
expiration of the Sourcewell contract, currently scheduled to expire January 10, 2029.
Annual spending authority shall not exceed One Hundred Fifty Thousand Dollars and
Zero Cents, $250,000.00, per fiscal year.
Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs approved Section XII: A.1, B.1, B.2, B.3, B.4, B.5, and B.6
by unanimous consent with no objections.
2.
The Procurement Department is requesting that Council acknowledge and authorize
execution of a piggyback agreement with Colonial Oil Industries, Inc. under State of
Georgia Contract No. 99999-001-SPD0000222-0005 for petroleum products. The
General Services Department will utilize this competitively awarded statewide
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cooperative contract to procure gasoline, diesel, propane, and related petroleum
products necessary to support City fleet and equipment operations, including bulk
deliveries and authorized retail fuel transactions. This Agreement shall commence
upon final execution and remain in effect through November 30, 2026, and shall not
extend beyond the expiration of the underlying State contract. Annual spending
authority shall not exceed Four Hundred Thousand Dollars and Zero Cents,
$800,000.00, per fiscal year.
Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs approved Section XII: A.1, B.1, B.2, B.3, B.4, B.5, and B.6
by unanimous consent with no objections.
3. The Procurement Department is requesting Council acknowledge and authorize use
of the Sourcewell cooperative contract with Vermeer Corporation, Contract No.
030923-VRM, for specialized industrial and construction equipment. The General
Services Department will utilize this competitively awarded Sourcewell cooperative
contract to procure specialized industrial, construction, recycling, and repurposing
equipment necessary to support fleet operations and essential City functions. The
cooperative contract expires May 3, 2027. Annual spending authority shall not
exceed One Hundred Fifty Thousand Dollars and Zero Cents, $350,000.00, per fiscal
year.
Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs approved Section XII: A.1, B.1, B.2, B.3, B.4, B.5, and B.6
by unanimous consent with no objections.
4. The Procurement Department is requesting that Council approve the award of a
contract to Top Job Beverage and Events for Concession Management and
Oversight Services to support City-hosted events under Solicitation RFP 26-01. The
City of South Fulton Cultural Affairs Department requires Professional concession
services to support food and beverage sales, including alcoholic and nonalcoholic
offerings as permitted by law, at Wolf Creek Amphitheater and the Southwest ATS
Center, including the Main Theater, Black Box Theater, and lobby areas. Services
include staffing, event operations, regulatory compliance, financial reporting, and
adherence to performance standards as outlined in the Concessionaire Statement of
Services. Compensation to the City shall be based on a revenue-sharing model equal
to fifteen percent of gross concession revenue, remitted monthly to the City. The
contract shall commence upon execution for an initial term of one year, with four
successive one-year renewal options.
Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs approved Section XII: A.1, B.1, B.2, B.3, B.4, B.5, and B.6
by unanimous consent with no objections.
5. The Procurement Department is requesting that the Council approve the award of a
contract to Gensler for Comprehensive Wayfinding and Gateway Signage Plan
Services under Solicitation RFP 25-19. The City of South Fulton Public Affairs
Department requires professional planning, design, and implementation services to
develop a comprehensive wayfinding and gateway signage system to enhance
navigation, branding, and accessibility citywide. The contract shall be for an initial
term of one (1) year with three (3) successive one-year renewal options, for a
potential total term of four (4) years. The total contract value shall not exceed Eight
Hundred Thousand Dollars and Zero Cents, $800,000.00.
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Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs approved Section XII: A.1, B.1, B.2, B.3, B.4, B.5, and B.6
by unanimous consent with no objections.
6. The Procurement Department is requesting that Council acknowledge and authorize
the use of the Sourcewell cooperative contract with Snap-on Incorporated, contract
No. 121223-SNP, for high-performance tools and diagnostic software. The General
Service Department will utilize this competitively awarded Sourcewell cooperative
contract to procure high-performance tools and diagnostic software necessary to
support fleet maintenance and essential City operations. The cooperative contract
expires February 12, 2028. with annual renewals exercised in accordance with yearly
renewals exercised in accordance with the underlying Sourcewell contract terms and
subject to annual budget appropriation and City authorization. Annual spend authority
shall not exceed two Hundred Fifty Thousand Dollars and zero cents $250,000.00,
per fiscal year.
Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs approved Section XII: A.1, B.1, B.2, B.3, B.4, B.5, and B.6
by unanimous consent with no objections.
C. First Read Ordinances
1. First Read: Z26-008 - An Ordinance To Rezone 191.20 +/- Acres Of Land, Located At
555 & 0 Spence Road; 0 Old Senoia Road; 0 Irwin Road; 0 Fayetteville Road (Parcel
IDs: 09F070000320927, 09F100200471269, 09F070000320661, 09F100100460651,
09F100100460610, 09F10010060636 & 09F110300450881) From The AG-1
(Agricultural) Zoning District To The M-1 (Light Industrial) Zoning District To Develop
A 1.8 Million Square Feet Of Warehouse Space For Light-Industrial Uses
FIRST READ.
XIII. Walk-On Items (if necessary)
A. ADD ON: Request Council Approval of the following donations:
• Acceptance of a $1,000.00 Sponsorship From Georgia Power- for the February 13,
2026 City of South Fulton One Heartbeat Valentine’s Event for securing event
venue. (Mayor Gumbs)
• Acceptance of Monetary Donation of $2,500 from the Kevin Christopher Pierson
Agency for the Women’s History Month R.E.S.T. (Recognition, Empowerment, Self-
Care, Transformation) event (Councilmember Sebastian)
• Acceptance of Donation of 40 total cases for a total of 960 drinks from The Coca
Cola Bottling Company for the Women’s History Month R.E.S.T. (Recognition,
Empowerment, Self-Care, Transformation) event. (Councilmember Sebastian)
Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs approved the donations for Section XIII: A by unanimous
consent with no objections.
B.. ADD ON: Request Council Approval of the following Events:
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• Event Approval - Community Health Fair, in partnership with the South Fulton
(GA) Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. at Welcome All Park
— April 14, 2026 (Time TBA) (Mayor Gumbs)
• Event Approval - Annual Stop the Violence Event at Welcome All Park — April
26, 2026, from 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM. (Mayor Gumbs)
• Event Approval - Home buying Seminar & Down Payment Assistance-In
partnership with Cadence Bank, Burdett Park - April 18, 2026 9-4 (Mayor Pro
Tem Bell)
• Event Approval - Community Baby Shower-Presented by Maternal World
Health Organization, Burdett Park - May 9, 2026 2-6 (Mayor Pro Tem Bell)
• Event Approval - Community Center Health Initiative, South Fulton Economic
Development office - March 21, 2026 11-3 (Councilmember Pritchett)
Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs approved the amended events calendar for Section XIII: B
by unanimous consent with no objections.
Amended:
• Event Approval - Community Health Initiative, South Fulton Economic Development Office - March
21, 2026, 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM.
C. ADD ON: Proclamation Honoring the Life and Service of Ms. Cynthia Coleman
(Mayor and Full Council)
XIV. Executive Session
NO EXECUTIVE SESSION.
XV. Adjournment of Meeting
Chair Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs adjourned the Regular meeting at 8:01 PM by unanimous
consent with no objections.
Motion (Adjourn): None
Second: None
(Motion Passed)
Yea: 6 Councilmember Rowell, Councilmember Johnson, Councilmember Sebastian,
Councilmember Bell, Councilmember Williams-Brown, Councilmember Pritchett
Nay: 0 None
Abstain: 0 None
Not Voting: 2 Assistant City Attorney Sara Kelly, City Manager Sharon Subadan
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CITY OF SOUTH FULTON, GEORGIA
City Council Work Session
City Hall
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 4:00 PM
City Council Work Session Minutes
I. Meeting Called to Order - Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs
Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs called the meeting to order at 4:00 PM.
II. Roll Call - City Clerk Corey Adams
Present: Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs
Councilmember Catherine F. Rowell - Virtual
Councilmember Aaron V. Johnson
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. City Manager Items - Sharon D. Subadan, City Manager
A. Introduction of New Employees
Introductions of New Employees was held until the Work Session Meeting on March
24, 2026.
B. City Manager Monthly Reports (inclusive of the Finance and Public Works Reports)
Presented by Mrs. Sharon Subadan, City Manager.
IV. Presentations
A. Local Emergency Operations and Continuity of Operations Plans — Presented by Chief
Chad Jones, City of South Fulton Fire Department
Presented by Chief Chad Jones, City of South Fulton Fire Department.
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Several councilmembers requested that the Fire Chief provide a handout of the
Plans for distribution to the community.
V. Executive Session, if necessary
A motion was made to recess for an executive session at 4:31 PM. The motion was
approved with a vote of 6-0.
Motion (Recess): Councilmember Pritchett
Second: Councilmember Sebastian
(Motion Passed)
Yea: 6 Councilmember Rowell, Councilmember Johnson, Councilmember Sebastian,
Councilmember Bell, Councilmember Williams-Brown, Councilmember Pritchett
Nay: 0 None
Abstain: 0 None
Not Voting: 2 Assistant City Attorney Sara Kelly, City Manager Sharon Subadan
Chair Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs reconvened the Alcohol License and Zoning meeting at
5 :19 PM by unanimous consent.
VI. Adjournment of Meeting
Chair Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs adjourned the Alcohol License and Zoning meeting at
5 :20 PM by unanimous consent.
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CITY OF SOUTH FULTON, GEORGIA
Alcohol License and Zoning Public Hearings Special Meeting
City Hall
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 5:00 PM
Alcohol License and Zoning Public Hearings Special Meeting Minutes
I. Meeting Called to Order - Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs
Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs called the meeting to order at 5:21 PM.
II. Roll Call - City Clerk Corey Adams
Present: Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs
Councilmember Catherine F. Rowell - Virtual
Councilmember Aaron V. Johnson
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. Zoning Cases for Withdrawal or Deferral
A. Z26-004/ U26-003/ CV26-001/ CDP26-001 (Public Hearing): An application by Karim
Lalani requesting a rezoning from AG-1 (Agricultural District/South Fulton Parkway
Overlay District) to C-2 (General Commercial District/South Fulton Parkway Overlay
District) with a special use permit to operate a gas station and convenience store within a
mixed-use retail development. The applicant also seeks concurrent variances to remove
the 100 ft buffer, to reduce the front setback to 20 ft, reduce the rear setback to 20 ft, and
reduce the 35ft side zoning buffers to 0 ft with a future land use amendment from
Suburban I Neighborhood to Commercial Center is also requested at 4740 & 0 Derrick
Road (Parcel IDs: 09F330201360613 & 09F33020136062) Council District: 4
Withdrawal Requested
Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs approved the withdrawal of case #Z26-004/ U26-003/
CV26-001/ CDP26-001, by unanimous consent with no objections.
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B. Case Z26-002 (Public Hearing): An application by Mike Lee c/o We Partner Group, LLC.
requesting a rezoning rom AG -1 (Agricultural District) to CUP (Community Unit Plan
District) to develop 35 single -family units on 15 acres at 4700 Welcome All Road. (Parcel
IDs: 09F360001530024) Council District: 3
Staff Recommendation: Denial
Planning Commission: Deferral
Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs approved the deferral of case #Z26-002 by unanimous
consent with no objections.
C. Case Z26-005/CDP26-002 (Public Hearing): An application by Delores A. & Robert A.
West c/o Dani Blumenthal, Gaskins + LeCraw requesting a rezoning rom AG -1
(Agricultural/ Old National Highway Overlay District) to CUP (Community Unit Plan
District/ Old National Highway Overlay District) with a future land use amendment from
Suburban II Neighborhood to Suburban I Neighborhood to develop a single family
residential community with 41 detached homes on 13.83 acres at 3665 & 0 Jonesboro
Road. (Parcel IDs: 09F130000595413, 09F130000591065, & 09F1300005918) Council
District: 5
Staff Recommendation: Denial
Planning Commission: Deferral
Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs approved the deferral of case #Z26-005/CDP26-002 by
unanimous consent with no objections.
IV. Alcohol Licenses, Rezonings, Variance and Modification Cases (For Presentation and
Public Hearing Only)
A. U26-001: 0 Cochran (Parcel IDs: Road 09C110000420377 ) TowerCo c/o Baker
Donelson Law Firm requesting a Special Use Permit to allow a Telecommunication
Support Structure in AG1 (Agricultural District/ Cliftondale Overlay District) zoning district .
Council District 4.
Staff Recommendation: Approval Conditional
Planning Commission: Approval Conditional
Public Hearing:
Favor: Baker Donelson Law Firm
Opposition- NONE
B. U26-002: 7600 & 0 Hall Road (Parcel IDs: 07 040001130369 & 07 040001130377 )
Atlanta Film Animals requesting a Special Use Permit to operate an outdoor animal kennel
in AG 1 (Agricultural District/ Cedar Grove Overlay District) zoning district. Council District
4
Staff Recommendation: Approval Conditional
Planning Commission: Approval Conditional (5-1)
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Public Hearing:
Favor: Miles Vogile
Opposition- NONE
V. Executive Session, if necessary
NO EXECUTIVE SESSION.
VI. Adjournment of Meeting
Chair Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs adjourned the Alcohol License and Zoning Public
Hearing Meeting at 5:33 PM.
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City of South Fulton
Agenda Item Summary
MEETING DATE PREPARED BY
March 24, 2026
REQUESTING DEPARTMENT COUNCIL DISTRICT(S) AFFECTED
REQUESTED ACTION
Mayor/Council Proclamations for Spreading on the Minutes:
Dr. S. Carver Davenport (Councilmember Pritchett)
Dr. Torin T. Dailey (Mayor Gumbs)
REQUIREMENTS FOR COUNCIL ACTION
(City-specific Council policy, statute or code requirement)
SUMMARY AND BACKGROUND
(Provide department recommendation and an executive summary of the actionthat gives an
overview of the relevant details)
FUNDING SOURCE
(If applicable)
FINANCIAL IMPACT
(If applicable)
STATUS
Financial Impact Statement Received: No
Legislative Process Complete: No
APPROVED BY
Date:
,
Date:
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William Whitaker, Director
Date:
Wendy Angelety, Management and Budget Manager
Date:
Sharon Subadan, City Manager
Date:
Sara Kelly, Assistant City Attorney
Date:
Corey Adams, City Clerk
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City of South Fulton
Agenda Item Summary
MEETING DATE PREPARED BY
March 24, 2026
REQUESTING DEPARTMENT COUNCIL DISTRICT(S) AFFECTED
Parks & Recreation
REQUESTED ACTION
Request Council Approval Of A Resolution Of The City Of South Fulton Authorizing Acceptance Of
A Donation Of Completed Enhancements And Site Improvements At Creel Park And Welcome All
Park From The Atlanta Hawks Foundation, Inc. For The Purpose Of Improving The Outdoor
Community Basketball Courts
REQUIREMENTS FOR COUNCIL ACTION
(City-specific Council policy, statute or code requirement)
SUMMARY AND BACKGROUND
(Provide department recommendation and an executive summary of the actionthat gives an
overview of the relevant details)
FUNDING SOURCE
(If applicable)
FINANCIAL IMPACT
(If applicable)
STATUS
Financial Impact Statement Received: No
Legislative Process Complete: No
APPROVED BY
Date:
Sara Kelly, Assistant City Attorney
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Date:
Sharon Subadan, City Manager
Date:
Corey Adams, City Clerk
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STATE OF GEORGIA
COUNTY OF FULTON
CITY OF SOUTH FULTON RES2026-___
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SOUTH FULTON AUTHORIZING ACCEPTANCE
OF A DONATION OF COMPLETED ENHANCEMENTS AND SITE IMPROVEMENTS
AT CREEL PARK AND WELCOME ALL PARK FROM THE ATLANTA HAWKS
FOUNDATION, INC. , ; FOR THE PURPOSE OF IMPROVING THE OUTDOOR
COMMUNITY BASKETBALL COURTS; AND FOR OTHER LAWFUL PURPOSES.
WHEREAS, the City of South Fulton (“City”) is a municipal corporation duly organized
and existing under the laws of the State of Georgia; and
WHEREAS, the duly elected governing authority of the City is the Mayor and the City
Council (“City Council”); and
WHEREAS, the City, pursuant to Section 3.10 (b) of its Charter, has the authority to
adopt and provide for resolutions, rules, and regulations, not inconsistent with the Charter and
with the Constitution and laws of the State of Georgia; and
WHEREAS, Section 1.12 (14) of the City Charter authorizes the City to accept or refuse
gifts, donations, bequests, or grants from any source for any purpose related to the powers and
duties of the city and upon such conditions as the donor or grantor may impose; and
WHEREAS, the City’s Department of Parks and Recreation (“DPR”) enhances the lives
of residents and visitors by the development, operation and maintenance of the City’s public
parks, offering recreational activities, leisure activities and cultural programs throughout the
City; and
WHEREAS, the City has an increased need to receive private support and funding for
programs, operations, development and improvements in its parks and facilities; and
WHEREAS, DPR operates the park and recreation facilities commonly referred to as
Creel Park, located at 2775 Creel Road, College Park, GA 30349, and Welcome All Park,
located at 4255 Lee Road, College Park, GA 30349, which need site improvements; and
WHEREAS, the Atlanta Hawks Foundation, Inc. (“Hawks Foundation”), is a Georgia
non-profit corporation which forges partnerships with local agencies in order to benefit children
with an interest in basketball through the operation of youth basketball programs, the
construction and renovation of local basketball courts, and the construction and renovation of
recreation facilities throughout metropolitan Atlanta, Georgia and surrounding areas; and
WHEREAS, the Hawks Foundation has partnered with the City of South Fulton
previously to provide outdoor community basketball courts, enhancements to recreation centers,
and youth basketball programming to meet DPR’s mission of serving children and families
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through quality spaces and best-in-class programming; and
WHEREAS, the Hawks Foundation wishes to provide an in-kind donation to the City of
completed enhancements and site improvements valued at approximately Fifty-Eight Thousand
and Zero Dollars ($58,000.00), which will include the renovations of one (1) outdoor basketball
court at Welcome All Park and one (1) outdoor basketball court at Creel Park; and
WHEREAS, the completed site improvements to Creel Park and Welcome All Park will
enhance the facility and be a great benefit to the residents and visitors of the City; and
WHEREAS, the City Council wishes to approve the acceptance of the donation of
completed enhancements and site improvements from the Hawks Foundation valued at
approximately Fifty-Eight Thousand ($58,000.00); and
WHEREAS, the City Council further would like to extend its appreciation and gratitude
for this generous and beneficial donation to the City and its residents; and
WHEREAS, this Resolution is in the best interests of the health, safety, and general
welfare of the City and its residents.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH
FULTON, GEORGIA, AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The City hereby accepts and approves the receipt of the in-kind donation of completed
enhancements and site improvements at Creel Park and Welcome All Park to the City, valued at
approximately Fifty-Eight Thousand $_58_,000.00), from the Atlanta Hawks Foundation, Inc.
Section 2. The Mayor or her designee, on behalf of the City, is authorized to enter into any
necessary agreements in connection with the donation of completed enhancements and site
improvements.
Section 3. The City agrees to assume the on-going maintenance of the facility enhancements and
site improvements along with continuing its daily programs at Creel Park and Welcome All Park.
Section 4. The City authorizes the Hawks Foundation’s installation of Atlanta Hawks (“Hawks”)
a professional member team of the National Basketball Association (“NBA”), name and/or logo
at the site improvements at Creel Park and Welcome All Park.
Section 5. The City may include the Hawks Foundation’s or the Hawks name and/or logo in related
public relations materials, provided that the request must be pre-approved, in writing, by the
Hawks Foundation prior to issuance.
Section 6. It is hereby declared to be the intention of the City Council that:
(a) All sections, paragraphs, sentences, clauses, and phrases of this Resolution are or were, upon
their enactment, believed by the City Council to be fully valid, enforceable, and constitutional.
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(b) To the greatest extent allowed by law, each and every section, paragraph, sentence, clause, or
phrase of this Resolution is severable from every other section, paragraph, sentence, clause, or
phrase of this Resolution. No section, paragraph, sentence, clause, or phrase of this Resolution is
mutually dependent upon any other section, paragraph, sentence, clause, or phrase of this
Resolution.
Section 7. The City Attorney and City Clerk are authorized to make non-substantive editing and
renumbering revisions to this Resolution for proofing, codification, and supplementation
purposes. The final version of all resolutions shall be filed with the City Clerk.
Section 8. All resolutions or parts thereof that are in conflict with this Resolution are, to the
extent of such conflict, hereby repealed.
Section 9. The effective date of this Resolution shall be from the date of adoption, unless
provided otherwise by the City Charter or state and/or federal law.
[signatures and voting tabulations appear on the following page]
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The foregoing RESOLUTION No. RES2026-__24_, adopted on March, 2026, was offered by
Councilmember [NAME], who moved its approval. The motion was seconded by
Councilmember [NAME], and being put to a vote, the result was as follows:
Councilmember AYE NAY
Carmalitha Gumbs, Mayor
Catherine Foster-Rowell
Aaron Johnson
Helen Z. Willis
Jaceey Sebastian
Keosha B. Bell
Natasha Williams-Brown
Linda Pritchett
THIS RESOLUTION was adopted this ___ day of [MONTH] 2026.
CITY OF SOUTH FULTON, GEORGIA
_________________________________
Carmalitha Gumbs, MAYOR
ATTEST:
_________________________________
CITY CLERK
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
_________________________________
CITY ATTORNEY
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City of South Fulton
Agenda Item Summary
MEETING DATE PREPARED BY
March 24, 2026
REQUESTING DEPARTMENT COUNCIL DISTRICT(S) AFFECTED
Public Affairs
REQUESTED ACTION
Request Council Approval of the following Event: Candlelight Vigil Honoring The Memory of Captain
Helio A. Garcia, III on Thursday, April 16, 2026, from 6:30 PM at Southwest Arts Center.
REQUIREMENTS FOR COUNCIL ACTION
(City-specific Council policy, statute or code requirement)
SUMMARY AND BACKGROUND
(Provide department recommendation and an executive summary of the actionthat gives an
overview of the relevant details)
FUNDING SOURCE
(If applicable)
FINANCIAL IMPACT
(If applicable)
STATUS
Financial Impact Statement Received: No
Legislative Process Complete: No
APPROVED BY
Date:
Shaheen Solomon, Director of Public Affairs
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City of South Fulton
Agenda Item Summary
MEETING DATE PREPARED BY
March 24, 2026
REQUESTING DEPARTMENT COUNCIL DISTRICT(S) AFFECTED
Grants
REQUESTED ACTION
Request for authorization to accept a grant of $10,000 from the United Way of Greater Atlanta to
support housing stability; and, authorize matching funds. The donation will fund housing relocation
assistance for six residents in a blighted property. The grant requires a local share of $10,000.
REQUIREMENTS FOR COUNCIL ACTION
(City-specific Council policy, statute or code requirement)
SUMMARY AND BACKGROUND
(Provide department recommendation and an executive summary of the actionthat gives an
overview of the relevant details)
FUNDING SOURCE
(If applicable)
FINANCIAL IMPACT
(If applicable)
STATUS
Financial Impact Statement Received: No
Legislative Process Complete: No
APPROVED BY
Date:
Sara Kelly, Assistant City Attorney
Date:
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Sharon Subadan, City Manager
Date:
Corey Adams, City Clerk
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City of South Fulton
Agenda Item Summary
MEETING DATE PREPARED BY
March 24, 2026
REQUESTING DEPARTMENT COUNCIL DISTRICT(S) AFFECTED
Purchasing
REQUESTED ACTION
The Procurement Department requests Council Approval to utilize a cooperative purchasing
agreement for the acquisition of fleet vehicles to support the operational and replacement needs of
the General Services Department Fleet Division. The vehicles may include automobiles, SUVs,
vans, and light trucks with optional upfitting services. The City will piggyback on Sourcewell Master
Agreement No. 081325-NAF with 72 Hours LLC dba National Auto Fleet Group (NAFG), an
authorized supplier under the Sourcewell cooperative purchasing program.
This cooperative procurement method leverages competitively solicited pricing and terms, reduces
procurement cycle time, and ensures compliance with public purchasing requirements without
duplicating the solicitation process. Purchases will be made on an as needed basis through
individual purchase orders consistent with the Sourcewell agreement. Total expenditures shall not
exceed two million dollars ($2,000,000.00) during the contract term, subject to approved
departmental budgets. The underlying cooperative contract became effective November 12, 2025
and is valid through November 11, 2026, with renewal options available under the Sourcewell
agreement.
REQUIREMENTS FOR COUNCIL ACTION
(City-specific Council policy, statute or code requirement)
SUMMARY AND BACKGROUND
(Provide department recommendation and an executive summary of the actionthat gives an
overview of the relevant details)
FUNDING SOURCE
(If applicable)
FINANCIAL IMPACT
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(If applicable)
STATUS
Financial Impact Statement Received: No
Legislative Process Complete: No
APPROVED BY
Date:
Corey Adams, City Clerk
Date:
William Whitaker, Director
Date:
Wendy Angelety, Management and Budget Manager
Date:
Sharon Subadan, City Manager
Date:
Sara Kelly, Assistant City Attorney
Date:
Corey Adams, City Clerk
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City of South Fulton
Agenda Item Summary
MEETING DATE PREPARED BY
March 24, 2026
REQUESTING DEPARTMENT COUNCIL DISTRICT(S) AFFECTED
Purchasing
REQUESTED ACTION
The Procurement Department requests Council Approval to utilize a cooperative purchasing
agreement for the acquisition of fleet tires and related equipment and supplies to support the
operational needs of the General Services Department Fleet Division. The City will piggyback on
Sourcewell Master Agreement No. 051525-GTC with The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company, an
authorized supplier under the Sourcewell cooperative purchasing program.
This cooperative procurement method leverages competitively solicited pricing and terms, reduces
procurement cycle time, and ensures compliance with public purchasing requirements without
duplicating the solicitation process. Purchases will be made on an as-needed basis through
individual purchase orders consistent with the Sourcewell agreement. Total expenditures shall not
exceed one hundred fifty thousand dollars ($150,000.00) during the contract term, subject to
approved departmental budgets.
The underlying cooperative contract became effective September 30, 2025 and is currently valid
through September 29, 2026, with additional renewal options available under the Sourcewell
agreement.
REQUIREMENTS FOR COUNCIL ACTION
(City-specific Council policy, statute or code requirement)
SUMMARY AND BACKGROUND
(Provide department recommendation and an executive summary of the actionthat gives an
overview of the relevant details)
FUNDING SOURCE
(If applicable)
FINANCIAL IMPACT
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(If applicable)
STATUS
Financial Impact Statement Received: No
Legislative Process Complete: No
APPROVED BY
Date:
William Whitaker, Director
Date:
William Whitaker, Director
Date:
Wendy Angelety, Management and Budget Manager
Date:
Sharon Subadan, City Manager
Date:
Sara Kelly, Assistant City Attorney
Date:
Corey Adams, City Clerk
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City of South Fulton
Agenda Item Summary
MEETING DATE PREPARED BY
March 24, 2026
REQUESTING DEPARTMENT COUNCIL DISTRICT(S) AFFECTED
Community Development & Regulatory Affairs
REQUESTED ACTION
Request Council Approval of a Zoning Resolution - U26-001: 0 Cochran (Parcel IDs: Road
09C110000420377 ) TowerCo c/o Baker Donelson Law Firm requesting a Special Use Permit to
allow a Telecommunication Support Structure in AG1 (Agricultural District/ Cliftondale Overlay
District) zoning district . Council District 4.
Staff Recommendation: Approval Conditional
Planning Commission: Approval Conditional
REQUIREMENTS FOR COUNCIL ACTION
(City-specific Council policy, statute or code requirement)
SUMMARY AND BACKGROUND
(Provide department recommendation and an executive summary of the actionthat gives an
overview of the relevant details)
FUNDING SOURCE
(If applicable)
FINANCIAL IMPACT
(If applicable)
STATUS
Financial Impact Statement Received: No
Legislative Process Complete: No
APPROVED BY
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Date:
Matthew Williams, Planning and Zoning Administrator
Date:
Reginald McClendon, Community Development Director
Date:
Carmen Davis, Assistant City Manager
Date:
Sharon Subadan, City Manager
Date:
Corey Adams, City Clerk
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OFFICE OF THE
CITY MANAGER
SHARON D. SUBADAN, ICMA-CM, MPS, CPM
CITY MANAGER
COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT&
REGULATORY AFFAIRS
Reginald McClendon, J.D., AICP, CPM
Managing Director
HONORABLE MAYOR TO: City of South Fulton Planning Commission
& CITY COUNCIL
CARMALITHA GUMBS FROM: Department of Community Development and Regulatory
MAYOR Affairs Planning & Zoning Division
DR. CATHERINE F. ROWELL
DISTRICT 1 SUBJECT: U26-001: 0 Cochran Rd
AARON JOHNSON
DISTRICT 2 MEETING DATE: February 18, 2026
HELEN ZENOBIA WILLIS
DISTRICT 3
The applicant is requesting a Special Use Permit to allow a telecommunication
JACEEY SEBASTIAN
DISTRICT 4 support structure at 0 Cochran Rd (09C110000420377) nearest cross street is
West Stubbs Rd in AG-1 (Agricultural District/Cliftondale Overlay District)
KEOSHA B. BELL
DISTRICT 5 zoning district on 6.70 acres. (Council District 4)
NATASHA WILLIAMS-BROWN
DISTRICT 6 STAFF RECOMMENDATION: APPROVAL CONDITIONAL
LINDA BECQUER PRITCHETT
DISTRICT 7
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APPLICATION INFORMATION
Applicant Information: TowerCo c/o Baker Donelson Law Firm
Status of Applicant: Applicant
City Council District(s): 4
Parcel ID Number: 09C110000420377
Area of Property: 6.70 Acres
Existing Zoning: AG-1 (Agricultural District/Cliftondale Overlay District)
Current/Past Use of the Property: Vacant
Prior Zoning Cases/History: None
SPECIFIC INFORMATION
BACKGROUND
The applicant is requesting a Special Use Permit to allow a telecommunication support structure in
AG-1 (Agricultural District/Cliftondale Overlay District). The proposed project consists of a one
hundred ninety-five foot monopine telecommunications facility, including ground equipment
within a fenced compound, to improve wireless service coverage and capacity in the surrounding
area. The facility will be unmanned, accessed periodically for maintenance, and designed to
accommodate multiple carriers.
The applicant states, in order to provide sufficient coverage and alleviate capacity issues due to
increased wireless demand and congestion in the City of South Fulton, T-Mobile requires a new cell
site in the vicinity of the above-referenced address.
PROPERTY LOCATION
The property consists of a 6.70 acre parcel located land located on the South side of Cochran
rd and nothe of Cascade Palmetto Hwy, nearest cross street is West Stubbs Rd, lying and being
in Land Lots 42 and 43, 9C Land District of Fulton County, Georgia The property is in Council
District 4.
2021 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN LAND USE DESIGNATION
The subject property has a future land use designation of Suburban Neighborhood within
the 2021 South Fulton Comprehensive Plan.
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ADJACENT ZONING AND LAND USES
North: CUP (Community Unit Plan District/Cliftondale Overlay District) and AG-1 (Agricultural
District/Cliftondale Overlay District)
South: AG-1 (Agricultural District/Cliftondale Overlay District)
East CUP (Community Unit Plan District/Cliftondale Overlay District) and AG-1 (Agricultural
District/Cliftondale Overlay District)
West: AG-1 (Agricultural District/Sandtown Overlay District)
COMMUNITY AND PROPERTY OWNERS NOTIFICATION/COMMENTS
Per the requirements of Section 803.05, a Community Zoning Information Meeting was held on
January 5, 2026, at 6:00pm. The applicants presented their rezoning plan to attendees, and
nobody spoke in favor. However, a few residents had concerns about the development.
Staff placed the required notice of public hearing in the South Fulton Neighbor on January 28,
2026, to notify the public that Case U26-001 would be heard at the Planning Commission Meeting
on February 18, 2026, and at the City Council Public Hearing on March 10, 2026.
Staff placed a notification sign in front of the subject property on January 28, 2026, to notify the
surrounding community of the aforementioned hearing dates.
The Applicant was given the addresses within one mile of the subject property for the purposes of
hosting their own community meeting.
Standard of review for proposed rezoning (City Code, Appendix C, Sec. 803.06):
1) Is the proposed use consistent or inconsistent with the Comprehensive Plan?
The proposed telecommunications tower is generally consistent with the City of South
Fulton 2021 Comprehensive Plan. While the Future Land Use designation of Suburban
Neighborhood emphasizes preserving the surrounding natural, agricultural, and rural
areas. The proposed development may enhance public safety, improves emergency
response, supports reliable connectivity for residents and businesses, and provides
essential infrastructure needed for modern communication.
2) Is the proposed use consistent with the supplemental plans adopted by the City
Council, such as/or revitalization or economic development plans?
The subject property is located within a Tax Allocation District (TAD) that encourages
infrastructure investment, public safety enhancements, and technological connectivity; the
facility supports emergency communications and modern wireless needs without introducing
commercial or high-intensity development inconsistent with long-range planning goals.
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3) Is the proposed use compatible with the adjacent land uses and zoning
districts?
The proposed use is compatible, when conditioned, with adjacent AG-1 and CUP-zoned
properties. The monopine design, setbacks, and vegetative screening reduce visual and
land-use conflicts. The facility does not introduce noise, traffic, or activity levels that
would disrupt surrounding low-density and agricultural uses.
4) Does the proposed use on violate local, state, and or/federal statues,
ordinances, or regulations governing land development?
The proposed use does not violate local, state, or federal statutes or ordinances governing
land development. The applicant has committed to compliance with the City of South
Fulton Zoning Ordinance, FCC regulations, FAA requirements, and all applicable building
and safety codes.
5) What is the effect of the proposed use on vehicular and pedestrian traffic
flow and safety, along adjoining streets?
The proposed use will have minimal impact on vehicle or pedestrian traffic. The facility will
be unmanned, with occasional maintenance visits. No increase in daily traffic volumes or
pedestrian activity is anticipated along Cochran Road.
6) Is the screening adequate to protect adjacent uses from any negative
impacts of the proposed use?
The screening is adequate, provided existing vegetation is preserved and supplemented where
necessary. The stealth monopine design, combined with perimeter fencing and landscaping,
limits visual impacts on adjacent properties.
7) Can outdoor lighting be used so as to not interfere with surrounding uses?
Outdoor lighting must be consistent with that of a residential development and therefore
would not interfere with surrounding uses
8) Does ingress and egress to the property reduce negative impacts of the
proposed use or enhance safety?
The property access is limited, infrequent, and does not create hazardous turning movements or
congestion.
9) Will the number, size, and type of signs proposed for the site have any
negative impact on traffic or surrounding property uses?
No signs are proposed
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10) Are off-street parking space adequate? Will they be properly located to
reduce any negative impact on surrounding property uses?
Due to the unmanned nature of the facility, parking demand is minimal and will not impact
surrounding properties.
11) Does the use have sufficient space to operate its activities?
The proposed lease area provides sufficient space to safely operate the telecommunications facility,
including equipment, maintenance access, and required setbacks, without encroaching on
adjacent uses.
12) Are there any negative environmental impacts which should be considered, for
example, topography, special geological features, soil, water runoff, air
pollution, water pollution or contamination, wetlands, etc?
No significant negative environmental impacts have been identified. The limited scope of
development minimizes disturbance to topography, soils, and vegetation. Stormwater runoff
impacts are minimal, and no wetlands or environmentally sensitive features are adversely affected.
Based on the environmental analysis submitted.
13) Availability of other land suitable for proposed use and effect on balance of land
uses;
While other parcels may exist within the broader service area, staff finds that the subject site is
reasonably suited for the proposed use due to its size, location, and ability to accommodate the
facility while minimizing impacts on developed residential areas. The AG-1 District is intended
to encompass lands devoted to agricultural uses and low-density residential use, single-family
subdivisions and conservation subdivisions.
14) Effect on character of the neighborhood;
The proposed use does not substantially alter the character of the surrounding area.
15) Effect on adjacent property;
The proposed use is not expected to negatively affect adjacent properties. Visual impacts are
mitigated, and there are no anticipated adverse effects related to noise, traffic, or land-use
compatibility.
16) Economic use of current zoning;
The AG-1 Agricultral District has numerous allowed uses that supports the economic viability
of the subject property.
17) Other conditions
Sec. 509.15. - Wireless telecommunications
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PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
The public participation meeting was held in person January 5, 2026 at 5:30pm at Elegant Occasions
Event Center at 7580 Springbox Drive, Suite 100, Fairburn, GA and virtually on January 28, 2026 at
6:00pm via Microsoft Teams. There were a total of 12 people in-person and 6 people virtually.
The applicant addressed questions and concerns raised by meeting participants regarding the
proposed telecommunications tower. The applicant presented RF propagation maps to demonstrate
existing coverage limitations and explained how the proposed facility would improve service in the
area. Participants were informed that radiofrequency emissions are regulated at the federal level by
the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and that the facility would operate within
established safety standards. Health information materials from the World Health Organization were
also distributed to provide additional context regarding public health considerations.
The applicant further explained that the proposed facility would be designed as a stealth monopine
and would only be visible above portions of the existing tree line, with example images provided to
illustrate the intended appearance. Additionally, participants were informed that T-Mobile would
serve as the initial anchor tenant, with the facility designed to accommodate additional carriers in the
future, subject to applicable regulations.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: APPROVAL CONDITIONAL
Recommended Conditions:
1. That Cliftondale Overlay District requirements must be followed.
• Stealth design is required for all cell towers.
• Height of cell towers shall not exceed 199 feet.
• Wireless communications facilities shall be disassembled and removed from the site
within 90 days of the date its use for wireless telecommunications is discontinued.
PREPARED BY: Adriana Echols, Planner
REVIEWED BY: Reginald McClendon, Director, CDRA
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STATE OF GEORGIA
COUNTY OF FULTON
CITY OF SOUTH FULTON RES2026-_______
U26-001 - A RESOLUTION APPROVING A SPECIAL USE PERMIT TO 6.70 +/- ACRES
OF LAND, LOCATED AT 0 COCHRAN ROAD (PARCEL ID: 09C110000420377) TO
ALLOW FOR A TELECOMMUNICATION SUPPORT STRUCTURE; AND FOR OTHER
LAWFUL PURPOSES
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH FULTON HEREBY RESOLVES as follows:
Section 1. A special use permit for a telecommunications support structure is hereby granted for property
at 0 Cochran Road (Parcel ID: 09C110000420377), to wit:
ALL THAT TRACT or parcel of land lying and being in Land Lots 42 and 43 of the 9C District of
Fulton County, Georgia, more particularly described by the attached legal description and/or
survey.
Section 2. If this amendment is approved under the provisions of Section 804.04 – “Conditions of
approval”, and this Ordinance contains attached conditions of approval, building permits shall be
issued only in compliance with the attached conditions.
Section 3. That the Concurrent Variances requested in accordance with Sec. 808.12 of Appendix
C of the Code of Ordinances, be hereby granted, as listed in Appendix “C”.
Section 4. That all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with the terms of this ordinance
are hereby repealed.
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EXHIBIT “A”
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City of South Fulton
Agenda Item Summary
MEETING DATE PREPARED BY
March 24, 2026
REQUESTING DEPARTMENT COUNCIL DISTRICT(S) AFFECTED
Community Development & Regulatory Affairs
REQUESTED ACTION
Request Council Approval of a Zoning Resolution - U26-002: 7600 & 0 Hall Road (Parcel IDs: 07
040001130369 & 07 040001130377 ) Atlanta Film Animals requesting a Special Use Permit to
operate an outdoor animal kennel in AG 1 (Agricultural District/ Cedar Grove Overlay District) zoning
district. Council District 4
Staff Recommendation: Approval Conditional
Planning Commission: Approval Conditional (5-1)
REQUIREMENTS FOR COUNCIL ACTION
(City-specific Council policy, statute or code requirement)
SUMMARY AND BACKGROUND
(Provide department recommendation and an executive summary of the actionthat gives an
overview of the relevant details)
FUNDING SOURCE
(If applicable)
FINANCIAL IMPACT
(If applicable)
STATUS
Financial Impact Statement Received: No
Legislative Process Complete: No
APPROVED BY
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Date:
Matthew Williams, Planning and Zoning Administrator
Date:
Reginald McClendon, Community Development Director
Date:
Carmen Davis, Assistant City Manager
Date:
Sharon Subadan, City Manager
Date:
Corey Adams, City Clerk
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STATE OF GEORGIA
COUNTY OF FULTON
CITY OF SOUTH FULTON RES2026-_______
U26-002 – A RESOLUTION APPROVING A SPECIAL USE PERMIT FOR 19.21 +/-
ACRES OF LAND, LOCATED AT 7600 HALL ROAD (PARCEL IDS: 07040001130369 &
07040001130377) TO ALLOW FOR THE OPERATION OF AN OUTDOOR KENNEL ON
SITE; AND FOR OTHER LAWFUL PURPOSES
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH FULTON HEREBY RESOLVES as follows:
Section 1. A Special Use Permit for an outdoor kennel is hereby granted at 7600 Hall Road, South Fulton,
GA (Parcel Numbers: 07040001130369 & 07040001130377), to wit:
ALL THAT TRACT or parcel of land lying and being in Land Lots 113 of the 7th District of Fulton
County, Georgia, more particularly described by the attached legal description and/or survey.
Section 2. If this amendment is approved under the provisions of Section 804.04 – “Conditions of
approval”, and this Ordinance contains attached conditions of approval, building permits shall be
issued only in compliance with the attached conditions.
Section 3. That the maps referred to, now on file in accordance with Sec. 205.01 of Appendix C
of the Code of the City of South Fulton, Georgia, be changed to conform with the terms of this
ordinance.
Section 4. That all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with the terms of this ordinance
are hereby repealed.
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EXHIBIT “A”
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OFFICE OF THE
CITY MANAGER
SHARON D. SUBADAN, ICMA-CM, MPS, CPM
CITY MANAGER
COMMUNITY
HONORABLE MAYOR
DEVELOPMENT&
& CITY C OUNCIL
REGULATORY AFFAIRS
TO: South Fulton Planning Commission
CARMALITHA GUMBS Reginald McClendon, J.D., AICP, CPM
MAYOR Managing Director
FROM: South Fulton Department of Community
DR. CATHERINE F. ROWELL
DISTRICT 1 Development and Regulatory Affairs
AARON JOHNSON Planning & Zoning Division
DISTRICT 2
HELEN ZENOBIA WILLIS SUBJECT: U26-002: 7600 Hall Road
DISTRICT 3
JACEEY SEBASTIAN MEETING DATE: February 18th, 2026
DISTRICT 4
KEOSHA B. BELL
DISTRICT 5
Atlanta Film Animals requesting a Special Use Permit to operate an outdoor
NATASHA WILLIAMS-BROWN
animal kennel in AG-1 (Agricultural District/ Cedar Grove Overlay District) zoning
DISTRICT 6
district located at 7600 Hall Rd (Parcel ID: 07 040001130369 & 07 040001130377).
LINDA BECQUER PRITCHETT
DISTRICT 7 Council District 4.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: APPROVAL CONDITIONAL
WWW.CITYOFSOUTHFULTONGA.GOV
CITY OF SOUTH FULTON
5440 FULTON INDUSTRIAL BLVD, SOUTH FULTON, GA 30336
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APPLICATION INFORMATION
Applicant Information: Abigail Van Horn
Status of Applicant: Attorney
City Council District(s): 4
Parcel ID Number: 07 040001130369 & 07 040001130377
Area of Property: 19.21 acres
Existing Zoning: AG-1 (Agricultural)/Cedar Grove Overlay District
Current/Past Use of the Property: The property is mainly vacant. There are three structures on the
property.
Prior Zoning Cases/History: N/A
SPECIFIC INFORMATION
REQUEST
Atlanta Film Animals requesting a Special Use Permit to operate an outdoor animal kennel in AG-1
(Agricultural District/ Cedar Grove Overlay District) zoning district.
PROPERTY LOCATION
The properties are 19.21 acres of land laying and being in Land Lot 113 of the 7th District, Fulton County,
Georgia.
2021 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN LAND USE DESIGNATION
The subject property has a future land use designation of Rural Neighborhood as designated in the 2021 South
Fulton Comprehensive Plan.
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ADJACENT ZONING AND LAND USES
North: AG-1 (Agricultural/Cedar Grove Overlay District)
South: AG-1 (Agricultural & CUP (Community Unit Plan/Cedar Grove Overlay District)
East: AG-1 (Agricultural/Cedar Grove Overlay District)
West: AG-1 (Agricultural & CUP (Community Unit Plan/Cedar Grove Overlay District)
COMMUNITY AND PROPERTY OWNERS’ NOTIFICATION/COMMENTS
Per the requirements of Section 803.05, a Community Zoning Information Meeting was held on December 1st,
2025, at 6:00pm. The applicants presented their Special Use plan to attendees.
Staff placed the required notice of public hearing in the South Fulton Neighbor on January 28th, 2026, to notify
the public that Case U26-002 would be heard at the Planning Commission Meeting on February 18th, 2026, and
at the City Council Public Hearing on March 10th, 2026.
The applicant placed a notification sign in front of the subject property on January 27th, 2026, to notify the
surrounding community of the aforementioned hearing dates.
The Applicant was given the addresses within one mile of the subject property for the purposes of hosting their
own community meeting.
APPLICABLE CODE REQUIREMENTS
Sec. 512. – Cedar Grove Overlay District.
Sec. 302.21. – Kennel, Outdoor (and other outside animal facilities)
Sec. 18-1008. – Wildlife or Exotic Animal
Sec. 18-4001 – Precautions to be taken by owners.
Standard of review for proposed rezoning (City Code, Appendix C, Sec. 803.06):
1) Is the proposed use consistent or inconsistent with the Comprehensive Plan?
The Comprehensive Plan identifies this area as the future land use designation of Rural Neighborhood. Outdoor
Kennels are allowed in an agricultural area with a special use permit.
2) Is the proposed use consistent with the supplemental plans adopted by the City Council, such as/or
revitalization or economic development plans?
N/A – no supplemental plans have been adopted by the City Council.
3) Is the proposed use compatible with the adjacent land uses and zoning districts?
The proposed Outdoor Kennel does not change the nature of the existing uses to the subject property.
4) Does the proposed use on violate local, state, and or/federal statues, ordinances, or regulations
governing land development?
The proposed use does not violate local, state, and federal statues, ordinances, and regulations.
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5) What is the effect of the proposed use on vehicular and pedestrian traffic flow and safety, along
adjoining streets?
The operation of the Outdoor Kennel does not change the current flow of vehicular and pedestrian traffic on
the adjoining streets.
6) Is the screening adequate to protect adjacent uses from any negative impacts of the proposed use?
N/A
7) Can outdoor lighting be used so as to not interfere with surrounding uses?
N/A
8) Does ingress and egress to the property reduce negative impacts of the proposed use or enhance safety?
The property is assessed from Hall Rd.
9) Will the number, size, and type of signs proposed for the site have any negative impact on traffic or
surrounding property uses?
No signs are proposed.
10) Is off-street parking space adequate? Will they be properly located to reduce any negative impact on
surrounding property uses?
Off-street parking is provided on the subject property.
11) Does the use have sufficient space to operate its activities?
The subject property has sufficient space to operate an outdoor kennel.
12) Are there any negative environmental impacts which should be considered, for example, topography,
special geological features, soil, water runoff, air pollution, water pollution or contamination, wetlands,
etc.?
No new development is being proposed to incur environmental impacts.
13) Availability of other land suitable for proposed use and effect on balance of land uses;
N/A
14) Effect on character of the neighborhood;
There should be minimal effect on the neighborhood.
15) Effect on adjacent property;
There should be minimal effect on the adjacent property.
16) Economic use of current zoning;
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N/A
17) Other conditions
Recommended Conditions:
1. That the Special Use Permit is not transferrable.
2. That the permittee is required to maintain a valid South Fulton business license to operate a special use for
an outdoor kennel.
3. Must adhere to Section 18-4001. – Precautions to be taken by owners’ portion of the Code of Ordinance.
4. Must adhere to Section 18-1008. – Wildlife or Exotic Animal portion of the Code of Ordinance.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
Applicant held their public participation meeting on January 29th at 6PM in person at 7600 Hall Rd. They also
provided a virtual option for community members via Zoom. The concerns expressed were the safety of the
animals on the property, protocol if the animals were to leave the property, and what animals will be on the
property. For full details, please see public participation report attached below.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
The Rural Neighborhood Character Area intends to preserve the primarily rural residential character of City
of South Fulton. This area represents a transition between the Agricultural and Suburban Neighborhood
Character Areas. The AG-1 District is intended to encompass lands devoted to agricultural uses and low-
density residential use, single-family subdivisions and conservation subdivisions. The Cedar Grove Overlay
District is adopted as part of a strategy designed to promote the health, safety, order, prosperity, and general
welfare of the citizens of South Fulton through the regulation of design, aesthetics, location, bulk, size of
buildings and structures, and the density and distribution of population. This use also complies with Section
302.21. – Kennel, outdoor (and other outside animal facilities) portion of the Code of Ordinance thus the
reason for this recommendation.
Staff recommends APPROVAL CONDITIONAL based on these factors.
PREPARED BY: Alani Joseph, Planner
REVIEWED BY: Reginald McClendon, Director, CDRA
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City of South Fulton
Agenda Item Summary
MEETING DATE PREPARED BY
March 24, 2026
REQUESTING DEPARTMENT COUNCIL DISTRICT(S) AFFECTED
Community Development & Regulatory Affairs
REQUESTED ACTION
Second Read and Request Council Approval: Z26-008 - An Ordinance To Rezone 191.20 +/- Acres
Of Land, Located At 555 & 0 Spence Road; 0 Old Senoia Road; 0 Irwin Road; 0 Fayetteville Road
(Parcel IDs: 09F070000320927, 09F100200471269, 09F070000320661, 09F100100460651,
09F100100460610, 09F10010060636 & 09F110300450881) From The AG-1 (Agricultural) Zoning
District To The M-1 (Light Industrial) Zoning District To Develop A 1.54 Million Square Feet Of
Warehouse Space For Light-Industrial Uses. (District 7)
REQUIREMENTS FOR COUNCIL ACTION
(City-specific Council policy, statute or code requirement)
SUMMARY AND BACKGROUND
(Provide department recommendation and an executive summary of the actionthat gives an
overview of the relevant details)
FUNDING SOURCE
(If applicable)
FINANCIAL IMPACT
(If applicable)
STATUS
Financial Impact Statement Received: No
Legislative Process Complete: No
APPROVED BY
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Date:
Matthew Williams, Planning and Zoning Administrator
Date:
Reginald McClendon, Community Development Director
Date:
Carmen Davis, Assistant City Manager
Date:
Sharon Subadan, City Manager
Date:
Corey Adams, City Clerk
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STATE OF GEORGIA
COUNTY OF FULTON
CITY OF SOUTH FULTON ORD2026-
Z26-008 - AN ORDINANCE TO REZONE 191.20+/- ACRES OF LAND, LOCATED AT
555 & 0 SPENCE ROAD; 0 OLD SENIOA ROAD; 0 IRWIN ROAD; 0 FAYETTEVILLE
ROAD (PARCEL IDS: 09F070000320927, 09F100200471269, 09F070000320661,
09F100100460651, 09F100100460610, 09F10010060636 & 09F110300450881) FROM THE
AG-1 (AGRICULTURAL) ZONING DISTRICT TO THE M-1 (LIGHT INDUSTRIAL)
ZONING DISTRICT TO DEVELOP A 1.54 MILLION SQUARE FEET OF WAREHOUESE
SPACE FOR LIGHT-INDUSTRIAL USES; AND FOR OTHER LAWFUL PURPOSES.
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH FULTON HEREBY ORDAINS as follows:
Section 1. That the Zoning Ordinance of the City of South Fulton be amended, and the maps
established in connection therewith be hereby amended so that the following property 555 & 0
Spence Road; 0 Old Senioa Road; 0 Irwin Road; 0 Fayetteville Road (Parcel IDs:
09F070000320927, 09F100200471269, 09F070000320661, 09F100100460651,
09F100100460610, 09F10010060636 & 09F110300450881) be rezoned from the AG-1
(Agricultural) zoning district to the M-1 (Light Industrial) zoning district, to wit:
ALL THAT TRACT or parcel of land lying and being in Land Lots 32, 33, 45, 46 and 47 of the
9th District of Fulton County, Georgia, more particularly described by the attached legal
description and/or survey.
Section 2. If this amendment is approved under the provisions of Section 804.04 – “Conditions of
approval”, and this Ordinance contains attached conditions of approval, building permits shall be
issued only in compliance with the attached conditions.
Section 3. That the maps referred to, now on file in accordance with Sec. 205.01 of Appendix C
of the Code of the City of South Fulton, Georgia, be changed to conform with the terms of this
ordinance.
Section 4. That all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with the terms of this ordinance
are hereby repealed.
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APPENDIX “A”
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
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APPENDIX “B”
Conditions of Approval
Z24-026: 555 & 0 SPENCE ROAD; 0 OLD SENIOA ROAD; 0 IRWIN ROAD; 0
FAYETTEVILLE ROAD
(PARCEL IDs: 09F070000320927, 09F100200471269, 09F070000320661, 09F100100460651,
09F100100460610, 09F10010060636 & 09F110300450881)
1. The owner/developer agrees to develop the site substantially in accordance with the site plan
submitted to the Community Development and Regulatory Affairs Department (attached here)
produced by Eberly & Associates and dated 10/03/2024. Said site plan is conceptual only and the
development must meet or exceed the requirements of the South Fulton Zoning Code and the South
Fulton Subdivision Ordinance prior to the approval of a land disturbance permit.
2. The owner or developer must adhere to all “General Conditions of Approval” listed in Attachment
“A” of the GRTA (Georgia Regional Transportation Authority) Notice of Decision for DRI MAPCO
Industrial Site (DRI#: 4313) (see below). All conditions are subject to approval by the Georgia
Department of Transportation (GDOT). If GDOT does not approve any subject condition,
owner/developer will be exempt from that specific condition.
3. Building construction will be LEED Certified.
4. Property will be designated into the South Fulton Community Improvement District.
5. $400,000 contribution to be made to City towards future park projects in the District, to be due at
building permit issuance as follows:
• $200,000 to be paid at issuance of Bldg. 100 building permit
• $200,000 to be paid at issuance of Bldg. 200 building permit.
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City of South Fulton
Agenda Item Summary
MEETING DATE PREPARED BY
March 24, 2026
REQUESTING DEPARTMENT COUNCIL DISTRICT(S) AFFECTED
Purchasing
REQUESTED ACTION
Administration
REQUIREMENTS FOR COUNCIL ACTION
(City-specific Council policy, statute or code requirement)
SUMMARY AND BACKGROUND
(Provide department recommendation and an executive summary of the actionthat gives an
overview of the relevant details)
AdministrationThe Procurement Department requests Council approval to utilize a cooperative
purchasing agreement for the acquisition of fleet tires and related equipment and supplies to support
the operational needs of the General Services Department Fleet Division. The City will piggyback on
Sourcewell Master Agreement No. 051525-GTC with The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company, an
authorized supplier under the Sourcewell cooperative purchasing program.
This cooperative procurement method leverages competitively solicited pricing and terms, reduces
procurement cycle time, and ensures compliance with public purchasing requirements without
duplicating the solicitation process. Purchases will be made on an as-needed basis through
individual purchase orders consistent with the Sourcewell agreement. Total expenditures shall not
exceed one hundred fifty thousand dollars ($150,000.00) during the contract term, subject to
approved departmental budgets.
The underlying cooperative contract became effective September 30, 2025 and is currently valid
through September 29, 2026, with additional renewal options available under the Sourcewell
agreement.
FUNDING SOURCE
(If applicable)
FINANCIAL IMPACT
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(If applicable)
STATUS
Financial Impact Statement Received: No
Legislative Process Complete: No
APPROVED BY
Date:
Sara Kelly, Assistant City Attorney
Date:
Sharon Subadan, City Manager
Date:
Corey Adams, City Clerk
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City of South Fulton
Agenda Item Summary
MEETING DATE PREPARED BY
March 24, 2026
REQUESTING DEPARTMENT COUNCIL DISTRICT(S) AFFECTED
City Attorney
REQUESTED ACTION
Request Council Approval Of A Resolution Proclaiming The Month Of March As Women's History
Month In The City Of South Fulton (Mayor Gumbs and Full City Council)
REQUIREMENTS FOR COUNCIL ACTION
(City-specific Council policy, statute or code requirement)
SUMMARY AND BACKGROUND
(Provide department recommendation and an executive summary of the actionthat gives an
overview of the relevant details)
FUNDING SOURCE
(If applicable)
FINANCIAL IMPACT
(If applicable)
STATUS
Financial Impact Statement Received: No
Legislative Process Complete: No
APPROVED BY
Date:
Sara Kelly, Assistant City Attorney
Date:
Sharon Subadan, City Manager
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Date:
Corey Adams, City Clerk
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STATE OF GEORGIA
COUNTY OF FULTON
CITY OF SOUTH FULTON RES2026-XXX
A RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING THE MONTH OF MARCH AS WOMEN'S
HISTORY MONTH IN-THE CITY OF SOUTH-FULTON; AND FOR OTHER
LAWFUL PURPOSES
WHEREAS, National Women's History Month recognizes and spreads awareness
of the importance of women in the history of the United States; and
_ WHEREAS, throughout the history of the United States, whether in the home, their
workplace, school, the courts, or in wartime, women have fought for themselves, their
families, and all people of the United States; and
WHEREAS, even from the early days of the history of the United States, Abigail
Adams urged her husband to "Remember the ladies" when representatives met for the
Continental Congress in 1776; and
- WHEREAS, women were particularly important in the establishment of early
_ charitable, philanthropic, and cultural institutions in the United States·; and
. WHEREAS, women led the efforts to secure suffrage and equal opportunity for
women, and also served in the abolitionist movement, the emancipation movement, labor
movements, civil rights movements, and other causes to create a more fair and just
society for all; and
WHEREAS, suffragists wrote, marched, were arrested, and ultimately succeeded
in achieving the enactment of (1) the 19th Amendment to the Constitution of the United
States, section 1 of which provides that "The right of citizens of the United States to vote
shall not be denied or abridged by the United States or by any state on account of sex";
and (2) the Voting Rights Act of 1965 (52 U.S.C. 10301 et seq.), which extended the
protection of the right to vote to women of color and language minorities; and
WHEREAS, women have been and continue to be leaders in the forefront of social
change efforts, business, science, government, math, art, literature, music, film, athletics,
and more; and
WHEREAS, women now represent more than half of the workforce of the United
States; and
WHEREAS, women once were routinely barred from attending medical schools of
the United States, but now are enrolling in medical schools of the United States at higher
numbers than men; and
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WHEREAS, women previously were turned away from law school, but now
represent more than half of law students in the United States; and
WHEREAS, women have been vital to the mission of the Armed Forces since the
American Revolution, serving in volunteer and enlisted positions, with more than 200,000
-active-duty servicewomen and·2,000,000 veterans representing every branch of service
and
WHEREAS, more than 12,000,000 women own businesses in the United States;
and
WHEREAS, President Jimmy Carter issued, the first Presidential Proclamation
designating March 2 through 8, 1980, as "National Women's History Week"; and
WHEREAS, in 1987, a bipartisan group of Senators introduced the first joint
resolution to pass Congress designating "Women's History Month"; and
WHEREAS, President Ronald Reagan issued the first "Women's History Month"
Presidential Proclamation in 1987; and
WHEREAS, despite the advancements of women in the United States, much remains
to be done to ensure that women realize their full potential as equal meml:5ers of society in
the United States.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of South
Fulton Georgia proclaim March as Women's History Month to spread awareness of the
importance of women in the history of the United States.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the City Attorney and City Clerk are authorized to
make non-substantive editing and renumbering revisions to this Resolution for proofing,
codification, and supplementation purposes. The final version of all resolutions shall be
filed with the City Clerk.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, all resolutions or parts thereof that are in conflict
with this Resolution are, to the extent of such conflict, hereby repealed.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the effective date of this Resolution shall be
from the date of adoption, unless provided otherwise by the City Charter or state and/or
federal law.
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City of South Fulton
Agenda Item Summary
MEETING DATE PREPARED BY
March 24, 2026
REQUESTING DEPARTMENT COUNCIL DISTRICT(S) AFFECTED
Human Resources
REQUESTED ACTION
Request Council Approval Of A Resolution To Amend The City’s Holiday Schedule To Limit The
Recognition Of Election Day And Run-Off Day(s) For City Of South Fulton Races Only (Sponsored
by Councilmember Jaceey Sebastian)
REQUIREMENTS FOR COUNCIL ACTION
(City-specific Council policy, statute or code requirement)
SUMMARY AND BACKGROUND
(Provide department recommendation and an executive summary of the actionthat gives an
overview of the relevant details)
FUNDING SOURCE
(If applicable)
FINANCIAL IMPACT
(If applicable)
STATUS
Financial Impact Statement Received: No
Legislative Process Complete: No
APPROVED BY
Date:
Sara Kelly, Assistant City Attorney
Date:
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Sharon Subadan, City Manager
Date:
Corey Adams, City Clerk
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STATE OF GEORGIA
COUNTY OF FULTON
CITY OF SOUTH FULTON RES2026-XXX
A RESOLUTION TO AMEND THE CITY'S HOLIDAY SCHEDULE TO LIMIT THE
RECOGNITION OF ELECTION DAY AND RUN-OFF DAY(S) FOR CITY OF SOUTH
FULTON RACES ONLY; AND FOR OTHER LAWFUL PURPOSES
(Sponsored by Councilman Jaceey Sebastian)
WHEREAS, the City of South Fulton ("City") is a municipal corporation duly organized and
existing under the laws of the State of Georgia;
WHEREAS, the duly elected governing authority of the City is the Mayor and
Council thereof ("City Council");
WHEREAS, the City seeks to increase voter participation by fostering a "culture of voting"
while simultaneously maintaining the productivity of the City;
WHEREAS, the City wishes to promote opportunities for resident voters to engage in the
democratic process and compensate staff for participation in the Saturday Electoral College event;
WHEREAS, the City wishes to limit the observance of elections to those election days for
which a City of South Fulton candidate is on the ballot and for presidential and gubernatorial
elections;
WHEREAS, the City holds elections every November, for state and federal offices in even-
numbered years, and City Council in odd-numbered years; and
WHEREAS, the City desires to safeguard and promote the public health, safety, and
general welfare of all citizens through the adoption of this Resolution.
NOW THEREFORE, THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH FULTON
HEREBY RESOLVES as follows:
Section 1.
1. Observation of Holiday. Only the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November is
hereby declared "Election Day" in the City and shall be observed annually as an official
paid holiday, and including any run-off days. This shall only apply to presidential and
gubernatorial elections, state and Fulton County elections, and elections for which a City of
South Fulton council or mayoral candidate is on the ballot. Special elections shall be excluded
unless said special election is for a City of South Fulton council or mayoral candidate is on the
ballot. City employees who are mission critical to Election Day will be offered flex time for the
hours they work on Election Day.
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Section 2. It is hereby declared to be the intention of the City Council that:
(a) All sections, paragraphs, sentences, clauses and phrases of this Resolution are, or
were, upon their enactment, believed by the City Council to be fully valid, enforceable and
constitutional.
(b) To the greatest extent allowed by law, each and every section, paragraph, sentence,
clause or phrase of this Resolution is severable from every other section, paragraph,
sentence, clause or phrase of this Resolution. No section, paragraph, sentence, clause or
phrase of this Resolution is mutually dependent upon any other section, paragraph,
sentence, clause or phrase of this Resolution.
(c) In the event that any phrase, clause, sentence, paragraph or section of this
Resolution shall, for any reason whatsoever, be declared invalid, unconstitutional or
otherwise unenforceable by the valid judgment or decree of any court of competent
jurisdiction, it is the express intent of the City Council that such invalidity, unconstitutionality
or unenforceability shall, to the greatest extent allowed by law, not render invalid,
unconstitutional or otherwise unenforceable any of the remaining phrases, clauses,
sentences, paragraphs or sections of the Resolution.
Section 3. All Resolutions and parts of Resolutions in conflict herewith are hereby expressly
repealed.
Section 4. The effective date of this Resolution shall be the date of adoption unless provided
otherwise by the City Charter or state and/or federal law.
Section 5. Instruction to City Clerk: The City Clerk is hereby directed to circulate a copy of
this Resolution to all City employees, staff and officials.
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City of South Fulton
Agenda Item Summary
MEETING DATE PREPARED BY
March 24, 2026
REQUESTING DEPARTMENT COUNCIL DISTRICT(S) AFFECTED
Public Works
REQUESTED ACTION
Request Council Approval Of A Resolution Authorizing The City Of South Fulton, Georgia To Adjust
Solid Waste Fees
REQUIREMENTS FOR COUNCIL ACTION
(City-specific Council policy, statute or code requirement)
SUMMARY AND BACKGROUND
(Provide department recommendation and an executive summary of the actionthat gives an
overview of the relevant details)
FUNDING SOURCE
(If applicable)
FINANCIAL IMPACT
(If applicable)
STATUS
Financial Impact Statement Received: No
Legislative Process Complete: No
APPROVED BY
Date:
Sara Kelly, Assistant City Attorney
Date:
Sharon Subadan, City Manager
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Date:
Corey Adams, City Clerk
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STATE OF GEORGIA RES 2026-XXX
COUNTY OF FULTON
CITY OF SOUTH FULTON
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF SOUTH FULTON, GEORGIA TO ADJUST
SOLID WASTE FEES; AND FOR OTHER LAWFUL PURPOSES
WHEREAS, the City of South Fulton ("City") is a municipal corporation duly organized and
existing under the laws of the State of Georgia; and
WHEREAS, the duly elected governing authority of the City, is the Mayor and Council
thereof ("City Council"); and
WHEREAS, the City Charter§ 1.12 (b)(7) allows for the City to enter into contracts other
governments, private persons, firms, and corporations; and
WHEREAS, the City Charter§ 1.12 (b)(37),(39) and (44) allows for the collection and
disposal of garbage, rubbish (i.e., solid waste), to levy and provide for special assessments and
to exercise and enjoy all other powers, functions, rights, privileges, and immunities necessary or
desirable to promote or protect the safety, health and peace, security; and
WHEREAS, the City of South Fulton, Fulton County, and the Tax Commissioner of
Fulton County, on August 2, 2017, had previously entered into a billing and collection agreement
for the processing, receipt and collection of ad valorem taxes levied on behalf of the City; and
WHEREAS, on January 24, 2023, the City of South Fulton approved the solid waste
contract between the City and WastePro as its sole provider for its residential solid waste
collection; and
WHEREAS, according to O.C.G.A § 12-8-39.3, any city that operates a solid waste
handling facility and/or provides solid waste collection services or both and levies, collects taxes,
fees, and/or assessments to accomplish this purpose is also authorized to enforce by ordinance
or resolution the collection of taxes, fees, or assessments due to the city in the same manner
as authorized by law for the enforcement of the collection and payment of state taxes, fees, or
assessments. Any such ordinance or resolution enacted by a county governing authority may
provide that the tax commissioner or tax collector of such county shall be the officer charged with
the enforcement of its provisions; and
WHEREAS, it is in the best interests of the Parties, in order to provide the taxpayers and
citizens of Fulton County and the City of South Fulton with more efficient governmental services
by entering into an agreement for the billing and collection of the City's solid waste fees; and
WHEREAS, this Solid Waste Billing and Collection Agreement ("BCA") allows the City,
Fulton County, Georgia and the Fulton County Tax Commissioner's Office to provide for the
efficient processing, receipt and collection of solid waste fees on behalf of the City for its
residential solid waste collection services; and
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WHEREAS, an adjustment of the rates is necessary to maintain pace with increasing
inflation and operational costs that is in the best interest of the health and general welfare of the
City, its residents and general public;
THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH FULTON, GEORGIA, HEREBY RESOLVES
as follows:
Section 1. The City of South Fulton ("City") in accordance with all applicable local and state law
hereby authorizes through this resolution that all solid waste charges and/or fees imposed for
residential solid waste collections may be adjusted and enforced and treated in the same manner
as authorized by law for the enforcement, the collection and payment of state ad valorem taxes,
fees, or assessments through utilizing the tax commissioner or tax collector of such county shall
be the officer charged with the enforcement and/or collection of the solid waste fees imposed by
the City. See, e.g., O.C.G.A. § 12-8-39.3
Section 2. Establishment of FY2026 Solid Waste Fee.
The solid waste fee for Fiscal Year 2026 is hereby established at Two Hundred Seventy-Five
Dollars ($275.00) annually per residential unit.
Section 3. Annual Review and Adjustment.
The solid waste fee established herein ay be reviewed annually by the City Council and may be
adjusted as necessary to reflect changes in operational costs, service delivery expenses, and
other financial considerations impacting the provision of solid waste services.
Section 4. Automatic CPI-Based Adjustment.
In addition to any discretionary adjustments by the City Council, this Resolution further authorizes
an automatic annual adjustment of the solid waste fee based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI)
in accordance with applicable federal guidelines. Such CPI-based adjustments may be calculated
and applied annually to ensure the fee keeps pace with inflationary trends, unless otherwise
modified by the City Council.
Section 5. The City Manager and City Attorney are authorized and empowered on behalf of the
City to do all things necessary to finalize and effectuate the adjustment of the solid waste billing
and collection agreement between the parties.
Section 6. If necessary or required, the City Manager and City Attorney are authorized to make
such other or additional modifications to the solid waste BCA or any other related documents or
instruments as necessary to protect the City's interests and to effectuate the terms and
conditions of the solid waste BCA.
Section 7. It is hereby declared to be the intention of the City Council that:
(a) All sections, paragraphs, sentences, clauses, and phrases of this Resolution are or were,
upon their enactment, believed by the City Council to be fully valid, enforceable, and
constitutional.
(b) To the greatest extent allowed by law, each and every section, paragraph, sentence,
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clause, or phrase of this Resolution is severable from every other section, paragraph, sentence,
clause, or phrase of this Resolution. No section, paragraph, sentence, clause, or phrase of this
Resolution is mutually dependent upon any other section, paragraph, sentence, clause, or phrase
of this Resolution.
Section 8. The City Attorney and City Clerk are authorized to make non-substantive
editing and renumbering revisions to this Resolution for proofing, codification, and
supplementation purposes. The final version of all resolutions shall be filed with the City Clerk.
Section 9. All resolutions or parts thereof that are in conflict with this Resolution are, to the
extent of such conflict, hereby repealed.
Section 10. The effective date of this Resolution shall be from the date of adoption, unless
provided otherwise by the City Charter or state and/or federal law.
[signatures and voting tabulations appear on the following page]
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City of South Fulton
Agenda Item Summary
MEETING DATE PREPARED BY
March 24, 2026
REQUESTING DEPARTMENT COUNCIL DISTRICT(S) AFFECTED
City Manager
REQUESTED ACTION
Request Council Approval of an extension of the Professional Services Agreement with Dr. Cedric
Alexander to serve as the Interim Director of Public Safety for the City of South Fulton effective upon
adoption for six (6) months, with an option to renew for 90 days.
REQUIREMENTS FOR COUNCIL ACTION
(City-specific Council policy, statute or code requirement)
SUMMARY AND BACKGROUND
(Provide department recommendation and an executive summary of the actionthat gives an
overview of the relevant details)
FUNDING SOURCE
(If applicable)
FINANCIAL IMPACT
(If applicable)
STATUS
Financial Impact Statement Received: No
Legislative Process Complete: No
APPROVED BY
Date:
Sara Kelly, Assistant City Attorney
Date:
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Sharon Subadan, City Manager
Date:
Corey Adams, City Clerk
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Professional Services Agreement
This Services Agreement, dated as of March _ _, 2026, is entered into by and between DR.
CEDRIC ALEXANDER (Contractor) and the City of South Fulton, Georgia, a political
subdivision of the state of Georgia ("City"). City together with the Contractor the "Parties", and
each a "Party").
Contractor has the capability and capacity to serve as Interim Director of Public Safety and provide
administrative and managerial level leadership and operational guidance to the Police and Fire
Departments, as directed by the City Manager and working through the executive staff of those
departments. for six (6) months, for the amount of $25,000 per month as a consulting fee, and
$3,500 per month for housing allowance; The City shall also provide and assign an unmarked City
vehicle for 24/7 response if needed, in addition to providing a City phone and equipment; and
City desires to retain Contractor to provide the said services under the terms and conditions
hereinafter set forth, and Contractor is willing to perform such services.
In consideration of the mutual covenants and agreements hereinafter set forth and for other
good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged,
Contractor and City agree as follows:
1. Services.
1.1 DR CEDRIC ALEXANDER (Contractor) shall provide to City the services described in
the Statement of Work attached hereto as Exhibit A. Contractor shall provide the services
(a) in accordance with the terms and subject to the conditions set forth in the Statement of Work
and this Agreement; (b) using the required skill, experience, and qualifications; (c) in a timely,
workmanlike, and professional manner; and (d) in accordance with the highest professional/
generally recognized industry standards in Contractor
field; and (e) to the reasonable satisfaction of the City
1.2 For the sake of clarity, nothing in this Agreement shall be construed to prevent the City.
from performing for itself or from acquiring from other providers services that are similar to or
identical to the Services.
2. Obligations. Contractor shall:
2.1 Not assign any other personnel or entity to provide the Services.
2.2 Comply with all applicable laws and regulations in providing the services.
2.3 Comply with all City rules, regulations, and policies of which it has been made
aware, in its provision of the Services.
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2.4 Maintain complete and accurate records relating to the provision of the Services under this
Agreement, including records of the time spent and materials used Contractor in providing the
Services in such form as City shall approve. During the Term (as defined in Section 7.1) and for a
period of 3 years thereafter, upon City's written request, Contractor shall allow City's
representative to inspect and make copies of such records and interview personnel in connection
with the provision of the Services; provided that City provides Contractor with reasonable advance
written notice of the planned inspection any such inspection shall take place during regular business
hours.
3. City Obligations. City shall:
3.1 Make the City Manager to serve as the primary contact with respect to this Agreement and
to act as its authorized representative with respect to matters pertaining to this Agreement (the
"City Contract Manager"), with such designation to remain in force unless and until a successor
City Contract Manager is appointed, in City's discretion.
3.2 Require that the City Contract Manager respond promptly to any reasonable requests from
Contractor for instructions, information, or approvals required by Contractor to provide the
Services.
4. Fees and Expenses.
4.1 In consideration of the Services to be performed under this Agreement, City shall pay to
Contractor a fee in accordance with the fee schedule set out above in paragraph 2. Unless otherwise
provided in the Statement of Work, said fee will be payable upon receipt by the City of an invoice
from Contractor accompanied by documentation reasonably requested by the City evidencing all
charges.
4.2 The fees set forth in this Agreement shall not include any sales and use taxes, duties, and
charges of any kind imposed by any federal, state, or local governmental authority on amounts
payable by City under this Agreement, and in no event shall City be required to pay any amount
to Contractor in connection with such taxes, duties, and charges, or any taxes imposed on, or
regarding, Contractor’s income, revenues, gross receipts, personnel, or real or personal property
or other assets.
5. Intellectual Property.
5.1 Contractor assigns to the City, Contractor’s entire right, title, and interest in any invention,
technique, process, device, discovery, improvement, or know-how, whether patentable or not,
hereafter made or conceived solely or jointly by Contractor while working for or on behalf of the
City, which relate to, is suggested by, or results from matters set out in the Statement of Work and
depends on either:
(a) Contractor’s knowledge of Confidential Information (as defined in Section 6) it obtains
from the City.
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(b) The use of City equipment, supplies, facilities, information, or materials.
5.2 Contractor shall disclose any such invention, technique, process, device, discovery,
improvement, or know-how promptly to the City Contract Manager. Contractor shall, upon request
of the City, promptly execute a specific assignment of title to the City and do anything else
reasonably necessary to enable the City to secure for itself, patent, trade secret, or any other
proprietary rights in the United States or other countries. It shall be conclusively presumed that
any patent applications relating to the Statement of Work, related to trade secrets of the City, or
which relate to tasks assigned to Contractor by the City, which Contractor may file within one year
after termination of this Agreement, shall belong to the City, and Contractor hereby assigns same
to the City, as having been conceived or reduced to practice during the term of this Agreement.
5.3 All writings or works of authorship, including, without limitation, program codes or
documentation, produced or authored by DR. CEDRIC ALEXANDER (Contractor) in the course
of performing services for the City, together with any associated copyrights, are works made for
hire and the exclusive property of the City. To the extent that any writings or works of authorship
may not, by operation of law, be works made for hire, this Agreement shall constitute an
irrevocable assignment by Contractor to the City of the ownership of and all rights of copyright in,
such items, and the City shall have the right to obtain and hold in its own name, rights of copyright,
copyright registrations, and similar protections which may be available in the works. Contractor
shall give the City or its designees all assistance reasonably required to perfect such rights.
5.4 If for any reason, including incapacity, the City is unable to secure Contractor’s signature
on any document needed to apply for, perfect, or otherwise acquire title to the intellectual property
rights granted to it under this Section 5, or to enforce such rights, Contractor hereby designates the
City as Contractor’s attorney-in-fact and agent, solely and exclusively to act for and on
Contractor’s behalf to execute and file such documents with the same legal force and effect as if
executed by Contractor and for no other purpose.
6. Confidentiality. All non-public, confidential or proprietary information of City
("Confidential Information"), including, but not limited to, specifications, samples, patterns,
designs, plans, drawings, documents, data, business operations, customer lists, pricing, discounts,
or rebates disclosed by City to DR. CEDRIC ALEXANDER (Contractor), whether disclosed orally
or disclosed or accessed in written, electronic, or other form or media, and whether or not marked,
designated, or otherwise identified as "confidential," in connection with this Agreement is
confidential, solely for Contractor's use in performing this Agreement and may not be disclosed or
copied unless authorized by City in writing. Confidential Information does not include any
information that: (a) is or becomes generally available to the public other than as a result of
Contractor's breach of this Agreement; (b) is obtained by Contractor on a non-confidential basis
from a third-party that was not legally or contractually restricted from disclosing such information;
(c) Contractor establishes by documentary evidence, was in Contractor's possession prior to
City's
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disclosure hereunder; or (d) was or is independently developed by Contractor without using any
Confidential Information. Upon City's request, Contractor shall promptly return all documents and
other materials received from City. City shall be entitled to injunctive relief for any violation of this
Section.
7. Term, Termination, and Survival.
7.1 This Agreement shall commence as of the Effective Date and shall continue thereafter for 90
days, unless extended, or sooner terminated pursuant to Sections 7.2 and 7.3.
7.2 City, in its sole discretion, may terminate this Agreement, in whole or in part, at any time
without cause, and without liability except for required payment for services rendered, and
reimbursement for authorized expenses incurred, prior to the termination date, by providing at least
30 days' prior written notice to Contractor.
7.3 Either Party may terminate this Agreement, effective upon written notice to the other Party
(the "Defaulting Party"), if the Defaulting Party:
(a) Materially breaches this Agreement, and such breach is incapable of cure, or with respect
to a material breach capable of cure, the Defaulting Party does not cure such breach within 30 days
after receipt of written notice of such breach.
(b) Becomes insolvent or admits its inability to pay its debts generally as they become due.
(c) Becomes subject, voluntarily or involuntarily, to any proceeding under any domestic or
foreign bankruptcy or insolvency law, which is not fully stayed within seven business days or is
not dismissed or vacated within 45 days after filing.
(d) Is dissolved or liquidated or takes any corporate action for such purpose.
(e) Makes a general assignment for the benefit of creditors.
(f) Has a receiver, trustee, custodian, or similar agent appointed by order of any court of
competent jurisdiction to take charge of or sell any material portion of its property or business.
7.4 Upon expiration or termination of this Agreement for any reason, Contractor shall
promptly:
(a) Deliver to City all documents, work product, and other materials, whether or not complete,
prepared by or on behalf of Contractor in the course of performing the Services for which City has
paid.
(b) Return to City all City-owned property, equipment, or materials in its possession or control.
(c) Remove any Contractor-owned property, equipment, or materials located at City's
locations.
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(d) Deliver to City, all documents and tangible materials (and any copies) containing,
reflecting, incorporating, or based on City's Confidential Information.
(e) Provide reasonable cooperation and assistance to City upon City's written request in
transitioning the Services to an alternate Contractor.
(f) Permanently delete all of City's Confidential Information from its computer systems.
(g) Certify in writing to City that it has complied with the requirements of this Section 7.4.
7.5 The rights and obligations of the Parties set forth in this 7 and Section 5, Section 6, Section
8, Section 9, Section 10, Section 12, Section 15, Section 23, and any right or obligation of the
Parties in this Agreement which, by its nature, should survive termination or expiration of this
Agreement, will survive any such termination or expiration of this Agreement, and with respect to
Confidential Information that constitutes a trade secret under applicable law, the rights and
obligations set forth in Section 6 hereof will survive such termination or expiration of this
Agreement until, if ever, such Confidential Information loses its trade secret protection other than
due to an act or omission of Contractor or its employees, officers, directors, attorneys, accountants,
and financial advisors.
8. Independent Contractor.
8.1 It is understood and acknowledged that the services which Contractor will provide to City
hereunder shall be in the capacity of an independent contractor and not as an employee or agent of
the City. Contractor shall control the conditions, time, details, and means by which services are
performed. The City shall have the right to inspect the work of Contractor as it progresses solely for
the purpose of determining whether the work is completed according to the Statement of Work.
8.2 As directed and authorized by the City Manager, the Contractor, acting as Interim Director
of Public safety, may act for or on behalf of the. City.
8.3 Contractor shall not be eligible for and shall not receive any employee benefits from City
and shall be solely responsible for the payment of all taxes, FICA, federal and state unemployment
insurance contributions, state disability premiums, and all similar taxes and fees relating to the
fees earned by Contractor hereunder.
9. Indemnification. Contractor shall indemnify, defend, and hold harmless City and its
officers, directors, employees, agents, (collectively, "Indemnified Party") against any and all
losses, damages, liabilities, deficiencies, claims, actions, judgments, settlements, interest, awards,
penalties, fines, costs, or expenses of whatever kind, including reasonable attorneys' fees, fees and
the costs of enforcing any right to indemnification under this Agreement, and the cost of pursuing
any insurance providers, incurred by Indemnified Party/awarded against Indemnified Party in a
final judgment (collectively, "Losses"), relating to/arising out of or resulting from any claim of a
third party arising out of or occurring in connection with Contractor's negligence, willful
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misconduct or breach of this Agreement. Contractor shall not enter into any settlement without
City's or Indemnified Party's prior written consent. The City shall indemnify the Contractor for
lawful acts demonstrated as within the scope of his contractual obligations.
10. Remedies.
10.1 If the Contractor violates any provision of this Agreement, the City shall, in addition to any
damages to which it is entitled, be entitled to seek immediate injunctive relief against the
Contractor prohibiting further actions inconsistent with the Contractor’s obligations under this
Agreement.
10.2 In the event Contractor fails to satisfactorily perform any of the Services on a timely basis,
the City shall have the right, without prejudice to any other rights or remedies it may have under
this Agreement, to take one or more of the following steps:
(a) Suspend Contractor’s right and obligation to complete its performance of the Services until
such time as the Contractor is able to demonstrate to the City's reasonable satisfaction that it can
satisfactorily meet its obligations under this Agreement.
(b) Itself provide and/or engage a replacement Contractor to provide any or all of the delayed
or unsatisfactory Services.
(c) Assign one or more of its representatives to supervise and work with the Contractor to
correct and mitigate the effects of the Contractor’s breach;
(d) Withhold payment of any amounts otherwise due to the Contractor in a sufficient amount
to set off against any damages caused to the City as a consequence of the Contractor’s breach.
10.3 Except for a breach of Section 6, all rights and remedies provided in this Agreement are
cumulative and not exclusive, and the exercise by either Party of any right or remedy does not
preclude the exercise of any other rights or remedies that may now or subsequently be available at
law, in equity, by statute, in any other agreement between the Parties, or otherwise. Despite the
previous sentence, the Parties intend that the Contractor’s exclusive remedy for City's payment
breach shall be its right to damages equal to its earned but unpaid fees.
11. Compliance with Law. Contractor is in compliance with and shall comply with all
applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. Contractor has and shall maintain in effect all the
licenses, permissions, authorizations, consents, and permits that it needs to carry out its obligations
under this Agreement.
12. Acceptance. This Agreement, together with any documents incorporated herein by
reference, constitutes the sole and entire agreement of the Parties, however, any such document,
contract, agreement or exhibit in which the terms and conditions conflict with the terms and
conditions of the City's Service Agreement, the City's Service Agreement and its terms and
conditions shall govern and control and supersede all prior or contemporaneous understandings,
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agreements, negotiations, representations and warranties, and communications, both written and
oral, unless a separate nonconflicting and overriding written contract has been entered into and
signed by the Parties. The rights and duties of the Parties shall be subject to and governed by these
Terms.
13. Conflicts of Interest. The Contractor covenants that the Contractor presently has no interest
and shall not acquire any interest, direct or indirect, which would conflict in any manner or degree
with the performance of the Contractor’s services hereunder. The Contractor further covenants that
in the performance of this Agreement, the Contractor will not employ any person having such an
interest
14. Insurance. For the Term of this Agreement, Contractor shall, at its own expense, maintain
and carry insurance in full force and effect with financially sound and reputable insurers as
specified by the City. Upon City's request, Contractor shall provide City with a certificate of
insurance from Contractor’s insurer evidencing the insurance coverage specified in this
Agreement. The certificate of insurance shall name City as an additional insured. Contractor shall
provide City with 10 days' advance written notice in the event of material change in Contractor’s
insurance policy. Except where prohibited by law, Contractor’s shall require its insurer to waive
all rights of subrogation against City's insurers and City.
15. Standards of Conduct and Sexual Harassment. Contractor agrees that its agents,
employees, officials or subcontractors who enter any facility, institution, office or other premise
of the City or who come into contact with any employee of the City shall comply with the City's
Policies and Procedures relating to Standards of Conduct and Sexual Harassment and shall follow
all orders or directives given by City personnel. If the Contractor or any of its agents, employees,
officials or subcontractors should be accused of violating any of these policies or procedures or
otherwise violating this provision, then the Contractor will allow and assist the City in investigating
the charge or accusation. If the charge is established, the Contractor will take appropriate action to
sanction the violation and to ensure that there were no further violations. The City may also bar
anyone from its premises whom it finds to have violated these policies or procedures or who has
otherwise violated this provision.
16. Drug-Free Workplace. The Contractor acknowledges that it is fully aware of the contents
and requirements of the Drug-Free Workplace Act, O.C.G.A. §50-24-1, et. seq. (A) The Contractor
hereby certifies that he will not engage in the unlawful manufacture, sale, distribution, dispensation,
possession, or use of a controlled substance or marijuana during the performance of this Agreement
and any extensions thereof. (B) The Contractor may be suspended, this Agreement terminated, or
debarred if it is determined that:
(1) the Contractor has made false certification hereinabove; or (2) has violated such certification
by failure to carry out the requirements of the “Drug-Free Workplace Act”.
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17. Equal Employment Opportunity. The Contractor agrees to comply with Executive Order
No. 11246, as amended and as supplemented by U.S. Department of Labor regulations (41 CFR,
Part 60-1, et seq.), which require that the Contractor not discriminate on the basis of race, creed,
color, religion, national origin, sex, or age in the performance of this Agreement. The Contractor
further agrees to include the provisions of this paragraph in every contract, subcontract or purchase
order unless exempted by rules, regulations, or orders of the Secretary of Labor.
18. Limitation of Liability. IN NO EVENT, SHALL THE CITY BE LIABLE TO THE
CONTRACTOR FOR INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL,
EXEMPLARY, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES OF ANY KIND OR NATURE, INCLUDING LOSS
OF PROFIT, WHETHER FORESEEABLE OR NOT, ARISING OUT OF OR RESULTING
FROM THE NONPERFORMANCE OR BREACH OF THIS AGREEMENT BY THE CITY
WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT, COMMON LAW, WARRANTY, TORT, STRICT
LIABILITY, CONTRIBUTION, INDEMNITY OR OTHERWISE.
19. Notices. All notices, requests, consents, claims, demands, waivers, and other
communications under this Agreement (each, a "Notice") must be in writing and addressed to the
other Party at its address set forth below (or to such other address that the receiving Party may
designate from time to time in accordance with this Section). Unless otherwise agreed herein, all
Notices must be delivered by personal delivery, nationally recognized overnight courier, or
certified or registered mail (in each case, return receipt requested, postage prepaid). Except as
otherwise provided in this Agreement, a Notice is effective only (a) on receipt by the receiving
Party; and (b) if the Party giving the Notice has complied with the requirements of this Section 16.
Notice to City: Sara Kelly, Interim City Attorney
5440 Fulton Industrial Boulevard, South Fulton, GA 30336
sara.kelly@cityofsouthfultonga.gov
Contractor : Dr. Cedric Alexander
_______________________________________________
___________________________
20. Severability. If any term or provision of this Agreement is found by a court of competent
jurisdiction to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, such invalidity, illegality, or unenforceability
shall not affect any other term or provision of this Agreement or invalidate or render unenforceable
such term or provision in any other jurisdiction.
21. Amendments. No amendment modification to this Agreement is effective unless it is in
writing and signed by each Party.
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22. Waiver. No waiver by any Party of any of the provisions of this Agreement shall be
effective unless explicitly set forth in writing and signed by the Party so waiving. Except as
otherwise set forth in this Agreement, no failure to exercise, or delay in exercising, any right,
remedy, power, or privilege arising from this Agreement shall operate or be construed as a waiver
thereof, nor shall any single or partial exercise of any right, remedy, power, or privilege hereunder
preclude any other or further exercise thereof or the exercise of any other right, remedy, power, or
privilege.
23. Assignment. Contractor shall not assign, transfer, delegate, or subcontract any of its rights
or obligations under this Agreement without the prior written consent of City which consent shall
not be unreasonably withheld. Any purported assignment or delegation in violation of this Section
20 shall be null and void. No assignment or delegation shall relieve the Contractor of any of its
obligations hereunder.
24. Successors and Assigns. This Agreement is binding on and inures to the benefit of the
Parties and their respective successors and permitted assigns.
25. No Third-Party Beneficiaries. This Agreement benefits solely the Parties and their
respective successors and permitted assigns and nothing in this Agreement, express or implied,
confers on any third party any legal or equitable right, benefit, or remedy of any nature whatsoever
under or by reason of this Agreement.
26. Choice of Law/Forum. This Agreement and all related documents, including all exhibits
attached hereto, and all matters arising out of or relating to this Agreement, whether sounding in
contract, tort, or statute are governed by, and construed in accordance with, the laws of the State
of Georgia, without giving effect to the conflict of law’s provisions thereof to the extent such
principles or rules would require or permit the application of the laws of any jurisdiction other than
those of the State of Georgia. Forum shall lie in the Superior Court of Fulton County, Georgia.
27. Counterparts. This Agreement may be executed in counterparts, each of which is deemed
an original, but all of which together are deemed to be one and the same agreement.
Notwithstanding anything to the contrary in Agreement, a signed copy of this Agreement delivered
by facsimile, email, or other means of electronic transmission is deemed to have the same legal
effect as delivery of an original signed copy of this Agreement.
28. Force Majeure. No Party shall be liable or responsible to the other Party, or be deemed to
have defaulted under or breached this Agreement, for any failure or delay in fulfilling or
performing any term of this Agreement, when and to the extent such Party's (the "Impacted Party")
failure or delay is caused by or results from the following force majeure events ("Force Majeure
Event(s)"): (a) acts of God; (b) flood, fire, earthquake, or explosion; (c) war, invasion, hostilities
(whether war is declared or not), terrorist threats or acts, riot or other civil unrest; (d) government
order, law, or action; (e) embargoes or blockades in effect on or after the date of this Agreement;
[and] (f) national or regional emergency; and (g) strikes, labor stoppages or slowdowns or other
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industrial disturbances. Notwithstanding the foregoing, Contractor’s financial inability to perform,
changes in cost or availability of materials, components or services, market conditions, or supplier
actions or contract disputes will not excuse performance by Contractor under this Section 25.
29. Entire Agreement. This Agreement, Statement of Work, exhibits, schedules, attachments,
and appendices, constitutes the sole and entire agreement between the Parties with respect to the
subject matter contained herein, and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous understandings,
agreements, representations, and warranties, both written and oral, regarding such subject matter.
30. Electronic Signature. Pursuant to O.C.G.A. §10-12-7, the Agreement may be executed and
delivered by the City by electronic transmission. For purposes of this Agreement, any page signed
and transmitted electronically shall be treated as an original document, and the electronic signature
of any party thereon, for purposes hereof, shall be considered as an original signature and the
document transmitted electronically shall be considered to have the same binding effect as an
original signature on an original document.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties hereto have caused this Agreement to be executed as of the
Effective Date by their duly authorized representatives.
[SIGNATURES ON FOLLOWING PAGE]
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CITY OF SOUTH FULTON
By
Name:
Title:
ATTESTED BY:
Corey Adams, City Clerk
AS APPROVED TO FORM:
Sara D. E. Kelly, Interim City Attorney
DR. CEDRIC ALEXANDER
By
Name:
Title:
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EXHIBIT A
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SCOPE OF WORK
MANAGING DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES (INTERIM)
The Interim Managing Director of Public Safety has administrative management-level
responsibility for overseeing all functions and operations of the Police and Fire Departments
through the Police and Fire Chief(s).
Under the direction of the City Manager, responsibilities involve planning, managing and,
overseeing and directing the senior staff responsible for operations and services of the Police and
Fire Departments, including crime suppression and prevention, fire suppression and prevention,
administration and all other public safety activities. This includes coordinating with other City
personnel, departments, outside agencies and organizations, and other related services concerned
with preserving life and property in the City; performs other related duties as required.
Receives administrative direction from the City Manager. Exercises direct and indirect supervision
over management, professional, technical, and office support personnel.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Provides leadership, short and long-term planning, and organizational development to the
Police and Fire Departments.
• Provides leadership to support and maintain a culture of high integrity, public duty, effective
operations, and continuous improvement in the Police and Fire Departments.
• Administers, plans, organizes, and directs Police and Fire Department activities involved in law
enforcement, fire suppression, and related programs concerned with the preservation of life
and property.
• Provides consultation and makes recommendations to the City Manager and City Council
regarding Police and Fire Department programs and services.
• Directs the coordination of Police and Fire Department programs with services provided by
other City departments and public agencies.
• Oversees the selection, training, discipline, and development of Police and Fire Department
personnel.
• Ensures that Police and Fire Department personnel receive adequate training to carry out their
assigned duties.
• Develops and promotes Public Safety concepts and programs.
• Formulates a variety of rules, policies, and procedures for the operation of the Police and Fire
Departments to ensure compliance with State, Federal, and local laws, ordinances, and
policies.
• Develops public messaging and information in collaboration with City Public Affairs personnel.
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• Represents the City and Departments on various boards and commissions concerned with
Police and Fire Department program issues.
• Prepares or directs the preparation of reports, studies, and projects related to Police and
Fire Department operations.
• Develops Police and Fire Department budget recommendations; manages the appropriate
expenditure of allocated funding and ensures the effective management of capital
projects.
• Develops procedures and oversees compliance with applicable laws and procedures for
conducting criminal investigations.
• Meets with various community organizations to promote Police and Fire Department
activities and develop positive community relations.
• Administers, plans, and coordinates the City's emergency preparedness and hazardous
material response activities.
• Directs the investigation of citizen complaints regarding employee misconduct.
• Responds to complaints and inquiries regarding Department operations and policies.
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CEDRIC L. ALEXANDER
Cedric L. Alexander, Psy.D., has over 40 years
of expertise in public safety, serving as a senior
law enforcement analyst for MSNBC and
sharing insights on police-community relations
through numerous editorials for media
platforms such as CNN, MSNBC, and the
Washington Post. His distinguished career
includes being the inaugural Commissioner of
Community Safety for the City of Minneapolis,
Minnesota, Deputy Commissioner of the New
York State Division of Criminal Justice Services, and an assistant professor in
the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Rochester (NY). He has
also held leadership roles as Chief of Police and Public Safety Director for
DeKalb County, Georgia, and Chief of Police in Rochester, NY. A former
National President of the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement
Executives (NOBLE), Dr. Alexander is recognized for his expertise in
providing training on management and leadership within the context of 21st
Century Policing. He is the author of two influential books: "The New
Guardians: Policing in America's Communities for the 21st Century" and "In
Defense of Public Service: How 22 million Government Workers Will Save
Our Republic." Furthermore, President Barack Obama appointed Dr.
Alexander to serve on the 21st Century Task Force on Policing by Executive
Order, highlighting his dedication to improving public safety and community
relations. He currently resides in Pensacola, Florida.
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AFFILIATIONS
• Appointed by Executive Order to President Obama’s 21st Century Task
Force, January 2015
• Past National President, National Organization of Black Law Enforcement
Executives (NOBLE)
• MSNBC Law Enforcement Analyst
• CNN Law Enforcement Analyst
• Member, International Association of Chiefs of Police
• Graduate, FBI National Executive Institute
• Former member, FBI National Training Advisory Board
• Former Board Member, Lassen Peak Advisory Committee
• Former Board Member, ShotSpotter
EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS
• St. Thomas University, Miami, Florida, B.A., Sociology, 1983
• St. Thomas University, Miami, Florida, M.S. Counseling, 1992
• Wright State University, Dayton, Ohio, Doctorate, Clinical Psychology, 1997
• University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital, Internship in the
Department of Psychiatry, 1998
• University of Rochester, NY, School of Medicine and Dentistry,
Post-Doctoral Fellowship, 1998
• Transportation Senior Executive Service, 2013
• New York State Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, 2020
WORK EXPERIENCE
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
CL Alexander Consulting, Pensacola, FL
January 2019 – present
Specializing in providing consultation for public, private, and governmental
agencies around executive leadership development and training.
COMMISSIONER OF COMMUNITY SAFETY
City of Minneapolis, MN
August 2022 – September 2023
Served as the inaugural Commissioner of the Office of Community Safety.
Responsible for the oversight of Emergency Management, Fire, Office of
Neighborhood Safety, and Police, to provide a comprehensive and
collaborative community safety approach to the residents of Minneapolis.
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DEPUTY MAYOR
Office of the Mayor
City of Rochester, NY
April 2017 – December 2018
Responsible for day-to-day operations with oversight of Emergency
Communications, Environmental Services, Finance, Fire, Law, Human Resource
Management, Information Technology, Neighborhood & Business Development,
Department of Recreation and Youth Services, Police, Office of Management &
Budget, and Parking & Municipal Code Violations Bureau. Maintained working
relationship with Deputy County Executive of Monroe County, City Council
President, and Council members, Union leaders, and other officials within the
community.
CHIEF OF POLICE
Deputy Chief Operating Officer/Public Safety Director DeKalb County
Police Department, Tucker, GA
April 2013 – April 2017
Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Police/Fire Department,
Medical Examiner’s Office, Animal Services, and 911 Communications, including
fiscal decisions that impacted this position’s multi-million dollar budget of over
$200 million. Worked closely with the county’s CEO and Board of
Commissioners to establish and develop strategic plans for the department.
FEDERAL SECURITY DIRECTOR
United States Department of Homeland Security, Transportation Security
Administration (TSA), Dallas, TX
September 2007 – April 2013
Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the sixth largest airport in the
world, Dallas-Fort Worth International. Responsibilities included, but were not
limited to, the daily security screening of over 100,000 passengers. From May
to September 2011, deployed to Baltimore-Washington International Airport as
acting Federal Security Director at the request of TSA Senior Leadership, while
also maintaining communication with Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport.
DEPUTY COMMISSIONER
New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services, Albany, NY January
2006 – August 2007
Responsible for statewide public safety and homeland security training that
directly supported operational and administrative functions to all law
enforcement agencies across the state of New York.
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DEPUTY CHIEF
CHIEF OF POLICE
Office of the Mayor, City of Rochester, Rochester, NY
April 2002 – December 2005
Responsible for the day-to-day managerial, administrative, and operational
leadership. Provided leadership to approximately 850 sworn police and civilian
employees within a $54 million budget. Authorized and recommended personnel
actions as necessary. Collaborated with the United States Secret Service during
a U.S. Presidential visit. Developed a mental health training program of “best
practices” for police officers to utilize when working with persons who may be in
a mental health crisis.
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF PSYCHIATRY
University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester NY
July 1997 – July 2002
Provided senior-level administrative and clinical leadership direction over
mental health services within the Department of Psychiatry for police officers
and their families, firefighters and their families, and members of the general
population throughout western New York. Further consulted and provided
clinical supervision to postdoctoral fellows, residents, and medical students.
Provided clinical consultation and service to various school systems within
Rochester/Monroe County.
OTHER RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE
• Miami-Dade Police Department, Miami, Florida, 1981 – 1992
• Orange County Sheriff’s Department, Orlando, Florida, 1980 – 1981
• Leon County Sheriff’s Department, Tallahassee, Florida, 1977 – 1980
U.S. CONGRESSIONAL TESTIMONY
• May 2019 – U.S. House Committee on Oversight and Reform on “Facial
Recognition Technology”
• September 2016 – U.S. House Committee on Homeland Security,
Subcommittee on Counterterrorism and Intelligence Hearing on “State and
Local Perspectives on Federal Information Sharing”
• November 2015 – U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee on “War on Police: How
the Federal Government Undermines State and Local Law Enforcement”
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• February 2015 – U.S. House Committee on Homeland Security,
Subcommittee on Counterterrorism and Intelligence on “What Progress has
been made to improve the amount of quality of information shared
between Federal, State, and Local Law Enforcement”
• December 2014 – U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee, Subcommittee on the
Constitution, Civil Hearing on “The State of Civil and Human Rights in the
United States”
BOOKS AND PUBLICATIONS
Alexander, C.L. (2020). In defense of public service: How 22 million government
workers will save our republic.
Alexander, C.L. (2015). The new guardians: Policing in America’s communities
for the 21st century.
Alexander, C.L., Gentile, M., Danks, D., Harrell, M. & Steinberg, J. (2022,
October). Case study: Does facial recognition tech enhance security? Harvard
Business Review
Alexander, C.L. (2022, April). Raise, not lower, police hiring standards to
restore public trust. Washington Post
Alexander, C.L. (2021, April). The Chauvin trial is holding a mirror up to
America‘s insufficient police training. CNN
Alexander, C.L. (2021, April). When we put barbed-wire fences around our
places of democracy, we surrender. Washington Post
Alexander, C.L. (2021, May). Why reforming qualified immunity will never
resolve police violence. Washington Post
Alexander, C.L. (2021, March). Which side are you on? The question every
police officer must answer. Washington Post
Alexander, C.L. (2021, January). Capitol riot: A stunning reminder of America’s
policing crisis. CNN
Alexander, C.L. (2021, January). Whether unprepared or unwilling, police failed
at the US Capitol. CNN
Alexander, C.L. (2020, September). Ex-Police Chief: Police should never
welcome the help of vigilantes. CNN
Alexander, C.L. & Williams, L.R. (2020, September). The mission and meaning
of today’s police chiefs of color. Democrat & Chronicle
Alexander, C.L. (2020, June). Ex-Police Chief: What’s the plan now, America?
CNN
Alexander, C.L. (2020, May). Ex-cop: Video of George Floyd feels like a
monstrous rerun. CNN
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Alexander, C.L. (2020, February). Bloomberg’s stop and frisk response shows
he’s dangerously out of touch. USA Today
Alexander, C.L. (2020, January). Ex-Police Chief: Police should never welcome
the help of vigilantes. CNN
Alexander, C.L. (2019, December). Pensacola resident: What gives me hope.
CNN
Alexander, C.L. (2019, October). Ex-cop: Atatiana Jefferson’s killing further
erodes police legitimacy. CNN
Alexander, C.L. (2019, September). Why did Park Police officers kill Bijan
Ghaisar. Washington Post
Alexander, C.L. (2019, July). Trump’s racist ‘go back’ message is un-American,
demoralizing, and unlawful. CNN
Alexander, C.L. (2019, June). The police overreaction to the case of 4-year-old
and Barbie doll isn’t just ‘unacceptable’ – it’s outrageous. CNN
Alexander, C.L. (2019, June). Racially biased 911 calls are a huge problem. This
isn’t a solution. CNN
Alexander, C.L. (2018, December). Swift response to bomb suspect proves we
are still capable of unity. CNN
Alexander, C.L. (2018, December). Recent police shootings upend NRA’s ‘good
guy with a gun’ theory. CNN
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