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City Council Work Session Monday, April 06, 2026 06:00 PM COUNCIL CHAMBERS - 1859 CITY CENTER WAY, JONESBORO, GA 30236

NOTE:  As set forth in the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the City of Jonesboro will assist citizens with special needs given proper notice to participate in any open meetings of the City of Jonesboro. Please contact the City Clerk’s Office via telephone (770-478-3800) should you need assistance.

I.CALL TO ORDER

II.ROLL CALL

III.ADOPTION OF AGENDA

  1. A.Council to consider approval and adoption of the Agenda.

IV.MAYOR'S PRESENTATIONS

None

V.PRESENTATIONS

Proclamation Recognizing National Black Bookstore Day.

VI.PUBLIC COMMENTS (PLEASE LIMIT COMMENTS TO THREE (3) MINUTES)

VII.OLD BUSINESS

  1. A.Council to discuss updated information regarding the forensic audit.

  2. B.Council to discuss Jonesboro Education Trust (JET) Pilot Program Initiative.

VIII.NEW BUSINESS

  1. A.Public Hearing regarding Alcohol Pouring license application, 26-ALC-001 to pour beer, wine & distilled spirits at 7955 Tara Boulevard, Jonesboro, GA. 30236. The legal business name is Sugar Bush Bar & Grill Sports Bar. Irene Wahju has requested to be the License Representative. 

    Council to consider Conditional Use Permit #26-ALC-001.

  2. B.Public Hearing regarding Variance Application #26-VAR-001 submitted by Max Kovtoun for properties located 262 and 294 South Main Street (Parcels #06032A B002, 06032A B002Z, & 06032A B006), Jonesboro, Georgia 30236 within the MX (Mixed Use) District and the G (Gateway South District). The properties consist of 29.14 +/- acres. The request seeks approval to allow encroachment into the required stream buffer to accommodate the proposed development.

    Council to consider Variance Application #26-VAR-001.

  3. C.Council to discuss Unused Personal Leave Program.

  4. D.Council to consider proposed salary increases for full-time sworn law enforcement officers and probation officers.

  5. E.Council to discuss and consider approval of a Pavement Condition Survey.

  6. F.Council to consider Roadway Striping on Fayetteville Road (Tara Boulevard to Smith Street) for safety improvements.

  7. G.Council to consider releasing a Request for Proposal (RFP) for Sanitation Services.

  8. H.Council to consider a fee waiver for Lee Street Park rental and Special Event Permit for August 29, 2026 - 11th Annual Jeffrey E. Turner Fitness 5K Run/Walk for Clayton County Juvenile Court CASA Program. 

  9. I.Council to consider approval of an invoice for America 250, July 2nd Block Party Event.

  10. J.Council to consider approval and adoption of an amendment to the City’s Fence Ordinance to update and clarify regulations, including allowable fence heights in side and rear yards. The amendment establishes revised standards designed to enhance privacy, improve security, and maintain neighborhood aesthetics.

IX.OTHER BUSINESS

  1. A.Executive Session for the purpose of discussing litigation, real estate, or personnel matter(s).

  2. B.Consider any action(s), if necessary, based on decision(s) made in Executive Session.

X.ADJOURNMENT

Please note that this agenda is subject to change.