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City Council Regular Meeting Monday, July 13, 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.INVOCATION

Invocation by Pastor Trent Miller of First Baptist Jonesboro.

IV.PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

V.ADOPTION OF AGENDA

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

VI.MAYOR’S PRESENTATION

  1. A.Mayor's Report

VII.PRESENTATIONS

  1. A.Fresh Hope:  Lather & Load by Leadership Clayton Cohort Class of 2026 – Group II

    Fresh Hope Lather & Load mission is to restore dignity and renew hope by providing sanitary, accessible showers and laundry to those in need. We are committed to serving our community with compassion, creating a safe space where individuals feel seen, clean, valued, and supported. Fresh Hope: Lather & Load Presentation

  2. B.HomeANCHOR by Leadership Clayton Class of 2026 - Group III

    A New Connection to Housing Opportunities and Resources, a community-based initiative designed to improve awareness, accessibility, and navigation of housing-related resources available to residents throughout Clayton County.

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

IX.PUBLIC HEARINGS & CONSIDERATIONS

  1. A.Public Hearing regarding Conditional Use Permit Application #26-CUP-002, submitted by Reginald Ransome. The request is to operate a vehicle sales lot and office on a portion of the property. The property is located at 249 North Main Street, Jonesboro, GA 30236, Tax Map Parcel No. 13240B A005.

    Council to consider Conditional Use Permit Application #26-CUP-002.

X.APPROVAL OF MINUTES

  1. A.Council to consider 06/01/26 Work Session Minutes.

  2. B.Council to consider 06/08/26 Regular Council Meeting Minutes.

XI.CONSENT AGENDA

  1. A.Council to consider the Consent Agenda.

    None

XII.OLD BUSINESS

  1. A.Council to consider approving Memoranda of Understanding with Truist Bank, Clayton County Public Schools, and the Clayton County Public Schools Foundation to support implementation of the Jonesboro Education Trust (JET) Pilot Program.

  2. B.Council to consider adopting a resolution creating the City of Jonesboro Charter Review Committee to conduct a comprehensive review of the City Charter and governmental structure.

  3. C.Council to discuss an Elected Official Initiative Funds Policy.

  4. D.Council to consider setting the advertised millage rate for FY 27 Budget.

  5. E.Council to consider adopting a resolution reconstituting the governing board of the Urban Redevelopment Agency of the City of Jonesboro as an independent board of commissioners and superseding the 2024 designation of the Downtown Development Authority membership as the URA board. 

  6. F.Council to consider two resolutions regarding a CDS grant award from Congressman David Scott, 13th GA House District. (Jonesboro's Enhancing Law Enforcement and Public Safety Project and Jonesboro's Pedestrian Improvements Project)

  7. G.Council to consider Clayton County Prison's Labor Contract and Inmate Supervision Agreement.

XIII.NEW BUSINESS

  1. A.Council to consider nominations of elected officials for the Urban Redevelopment Agency Board.

    Mayor Donya L. Sartor

    Councilmember Santia Fox

    Councilmember Cameron Dixon

  2. B.Council to consider approval of the Jonesboro Safe Home Initiative, establishing a proactive public safety initiative that provides home safety devices, smart home technology, and emergency preparedness resources to Jonesboro families.

  3. C.Council to discuss OPB Grant update.

  4. D.Council to discuss FY 27 Budget Process.

XIV.ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT REPORT

  1. A.Economic Development Report by Faith Akuta.

XV.FINANCE REPORT

  1. A.Finance Report by Finance Director Slaton-Dixon.

XVI.CITY MANAGER'S REPORT

  1. A.City Manager's Report by City Manager Cole.

XVII.REPORT OF CITY COUNCILMEMBERS

XVIII.OTHER BUSINESS

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

  2. B.Council to consider reconvening the Public Session.

  3. C.Council to consider any action(s), if necessary, based on decision(s) made in Executive Session.

  4. D.Council to consider approval of the Executive Session Affidavit and Minutes.

XIX.ADJOURNMENT

Please note that this agenda is subject to change.