Saturday, June 8, 2024

Dunwoody City Council Agenda for Monday June 10, 2024

DUNWOODY CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Monday June 10, 2024 - 6:00 PM

DUNWOODY CITY HALL - DUNWOODY HALL
4800 ASHFORD DUNWOODY ROAD
DUNWOODY, GA 30338

Agenda 6 pm  - City Site Agenda 

City Council meetings are live-streamed on the City of Dunwoody’s Facebook page

They are also available for viewing (no two way communication) on Zoom,
https://dunwoodyga-gov.zoom.us/j/84919972403 or  phone +14703812552,,84919972403#

You can access the video after the meeting on the City of Dunwoody’s YouTube page.

Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance 

Administration of Oath of Office to Officer Sebastian Wright

Public comments - in person 3 min each / 30 min max with additional at end of meeting if needed.

City Manager's Monthly Report 

Minutes from May 28 - huge error on Vermack / DHS Lights vote tally *

Resolution to Surplus Twelve Vehicles and One Trailer

Updating Permitting Fee Schedule to Comply with State Law Changes

* On May 28th, there were only five members of Council in attendance as Mayor Detusch and Joe Seconder were away. The approval of 18, 12 foot high lights was discussed whereby Councilmember Price wanted to defer approval until others were in the room and I stated I was against the measure completely.  The motion to approve was made by Councilmember Harris and I believe seconded by Councilmember Lautenbacher prior to Councilmember Price's formal request to defer therefore the City Attorney stated we should move forward with the motion on the table and not defer.  The vote went forward with a 3 to 2 vote (Harris, Lambert & Lautenbacher in favor with Heneghan & Price against) making this the first city council item in 15 years to pass with less than the four members needed for majority.  With the 3 to 2 vote there was a quick discussion on weather the item passed or failed and with the reading of the Charter it was confirmed that it passed.  The minutes up for approval at this mistakenly shows a 5 to 0 vote for approval, it fails to identify the discussion / motion made by Councilmember Price nor any notes as to the discussions / decisions of the City Attorney nor my questioning as to the funding for this project.  If this item was deferred as normal course in order to allow the full Council to vote, who knows it might have failed, been modified or it might have passed with me being the lone no vote. Guess we will never know?

To me, the approved lighting of the "Vermack Trail" (located only in front of Dunwoody High School and not planned to go anywhere else) with 18 lights (identical to what is now on Winters Chapel) is excessive in both the amount of lighting and monthly cost and it also goes against the desires of the neighbors directly across the street from the school.  It was also unclear to me as to who would be picking up this expense (be it General Fund or DeKalb County School System) for pedestrian lighting as I have looked at the tax records and don't see a street light fee being paid by either the school, or the residents of Vermack.  As these are "12 foot tall" pedestrian lights, they are not street lights and therefore not a fee that we can pass on to the adjoining property owners.  I believe this approval also sets a bad precedent for all future trail lighting, including all those planed on Winters Chapel, Peeler, Chamblee Dunwoody and maybe someday to a street in front of, or across from your home. 

Here is a public recap of the meeting from the Dunwoody Crier.

I have asked the City Manager and City Clerk to correct the minutes.

Saturday, May 25, 2024

Monday 10 am, Dunwoody Memorial Day Ceremony at Brook Run with Chief Michael Carlson giving keynote, Tuesday is a short City Council Meeting.

Monday

The City of Dunwoody Parks and Recreation Department will hold its annual Memorial Day Ceremony at 10 a.m. on May 27 at the DeKalb Veterans Memorial at Brook Run Park, located at 4770 N. Peachtree Road. The ceremony is open to all and co-hosted by Dunwoody’s Veteran Events Planning Committee.

Chief Michael Carlson is the keynote speaker and I highly recommend Dunwoody Families attend this short but moving ceremony.  Parents if you are able please bring your children to explain the meaning of the holiday, please do.   It is worth your & their time.   Thanks.

Tuesday

DUNWOODY CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Tuesday May 28, 2024 - 6:00 PM

DUNWOODY CITY HALL - DUNWOODY HALL
4800 ASHFORD DUNWOODY ROAD
DUNWOODY, GA 30338

Agenda 6 pm  - City Site Agenda 

City Council meetings are live-streamed on the City of Dunwoody’s Facebook page

They are also available for viewing (no two way communication) on Zoom,
https://dunwoodyga-gov.zoom.us/j/86390235645 or  phone +14703812552,86390235645#

You can access the video after the meeting on the City of Dunwoody’s YouTube page.

Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance 

Award Presentation, 2024 Officer of the First Quarter: Det. Eric Haviland, and Employee of the First Quarter: Sybil Fisher (Chief Carlson)

Public comments - in person 3 min each / 30 min max with additional at end of meeting if needed. 

Proclamation in Recognition of Municipal Court Clerks Week (Mayor Deutsch)

Contract Award for Waterford Park Playground Equipment (Rachel Waldron)

Approval of a Lighting Services Agreement with Georgia Power for 18, 12 foot streetlights in front of Dunwoody High School

Resolution to Surplus Twelve Vehicles and One Trailer

Saturday, May 11, 2024

Dunwoody City Council Agenda for Monday May 13, 2024 (Apartments & Hotel at State Farm, Vermack / DHS sidewalk & lighting, Waterford Playground, General Fund Update)

DUNWOODY CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Monday May 13, 2024 - 6:00 PM

DUNWOODY CITY HALL - DUNWOODY HALL
4800 ASHFORD DUNWOODY ROAD
DUNWOODY, GA 30338

Agenda 6 pm  - City Site Agenda 

City Council meetings are live-streamed on the City of Dunwoody’s Facebook page

They are also available for viewing (no two way communication) on Zoom,
https://dunwoodyga-gov.zoom.us/j/84919972403 or  phone +14703812552,,84919972403#

You can access the video after the meeting on the City of Dunwoody’s YouTube page.

Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance 

Recognition of Citizens' Police Academy Class XIV Graduates (Officer Hernandez/Chief Carlson)

Administration of Oath of Office to Officer Alvin Slocum

Public comments - in person 3 min each / 30 min max with additional at end of meeting if needed. 

Economic Development Update (Michael Starling)

City Manager's Monthly Report

Intergovernmental Agreement with the City of Peachtree Corners for the Winters Chapel Path Phase 2 Project

Contract with TSW for Comprehensive Plan and Unified Development Code

SECOND READ: RZ 23-03, 245 Perimeter Center Parkway: Rezone from PDc to PDc to amend the zoning conditions of case RZ 15-072 to allow the development of a mixed use project including office, hotel, and multifamily residential with associated retail, restaurant, amenity space, and structured parking

Request for Additional Personnel: Public Safety Ambassadors (Chief Carlson)

Approval of a Contract and Funding Authorization for Phase II of the Vermack Path at Dunwoody High School

Approval of a Lighting Services Agreement with Georgia Power for the Vermack Path

Approval of SS4A Implementation Grant Application for North Peachtree Road

Contract Award for Waterford Park Playground Equipment

Discussion of Conversion of Contracted Positions to City Positions for the Technology Department

2024 City Council Retreat Recap

General Fund Forecast and Update

Saturday, April 27, 2024

Dunwoody City Council Agenda for Monday April 29, 2024

DUNWOODY CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Monday April 29, 2024 - 6:00 PM

DUNWOODY CITY HALL - DUNWOODY HALL
4800 ASHFORD DUNWOODY ROAD
DUNWOODY, GA 30338

Agenda 6 pm  - City Site Agenda 

City Council meetings are live-streamed on the City of Dunwoody’s Facebook page

They are also available for viewing (no two way communication) on Zoom,
https://dunwoodyga-gov.zoom.us/j/86390235645 or  phone +14703812552,86390235645#

You can access the video after the meeting on the City of Dunwoody’s YouTube page.

Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance 

Public comments - in person 3 min each / 30 min max with additional at end of meeting if needed.

Sustainability Hero Award to Jason Metzger and Sustainability Committee Update

Girl Scout Troop 19443 Bronze Award Project
- Bird Houses Vermack Swim via "The Crier"

Economic Development Update

Safe Streets Program Update (Jonathan DiGioia)

Approval of a Contract with AECOM for the Concept Design Phase of the North Shallowford Road Path Project

Contract with Practical Design Partners, LLC for Winters Chapel Path Phase 2 Design

Renewal of Property & Liability Insurance with GIRMA

First Quarter 2024 Budget Amendment

Purchase of 57 Computer Toughbooks Laptops for PD, Price Increase

Authorization to Provide Local Matching Funds for Local Maintenance and Infrastructure Grant Safety Improvements

Approval of a Resolution of Commitment to Provide Local Matching Funds for a Federal Funding Request for the Village Crossroads and Winters Chapel Path Phase II Projects

Contract with TSW for Comprehensive Plan and Unified Development Code

Intergovernmental Agreement with the City of Peachtree Corners for the Winters Chapel Path Phase 2 Project

Happy Hollow Sidewalk Concept Design

Request for Additional Personnel: Public Safety Ambassadors

Thursday, April 18, 2024

House numbers painted on curb at $25.00 per set by Dunwoody's Roman's Numerals


If you have ever thought you might need your house numerals painted on your curb, I highly recommend Roman's Numerals service.  At $25.00 per set, this is a great deal and arrangements can be made via text or call to 470-939-5705.

Monday, April 15, 2024

2024 Dunwoody Lemonade Days Festival kicks off Wednesday - suggestions for your visit. @LemonadeDays


Lemonade Days Festival is held at Brook Run Park in Dunwoody (4770 North Peachtree Road) starting Wednesday and here is the current weather forecast as I see it Monday evening.

Dunwoody's Annual Spring Festival, Lemonade Day's presented by the Dunwoody Preservation Trust remembering the tornado of 1998 that flattened sections of our community, snapped trees like twigs and took a mans life has returned to the typical April timeframe this year and it looks like the weather will be great all weekend!  We are once again making Lemonade from Lemons and am hopeful for a sweet event.  A personal thank you to Hope Follmer and all the volunteers & sponsors who assist in making this a fabulous event.

Based on past experience, I can tell you that Wednesday & Thursday are the best days to purchase a wristband for unlimited rides as the crowds are light and the lines extremely short. The cost of wristbands on Wednesday & Thursday is $20.00 but the cost jumps to $30 starting Friday.  If your children don't have after school commitments on these days you may want to visit these days to maximize your ride per dollar ratio as the numbers will typically drop significantly come the weekend.  

A large number Middle School Students will make a bee line to Brook Run after school on Wednesday, Thursday & Friday as there is a secure book bag check in area at the festival to ensure those Chromebooks do not get lost.  Middle Schooler's running in packs at Lemonade Day's without direct parental oversight is a right of passage for many as the park is safe because the crowd is all local until about 7 pm on Friday when the carnival area is taken over by teenagers & college kids with cars.  Friday night usually gets busy and then on Saturday and Sunday the park is over run with visitors from near & far.  

Parents, please note that there is now a dedicated drop off / pick up point in the new parking lot as you enter Brook Run on Peeler Rd and take a left immediately after crossing the walking / bike trail as this location has easy access into the park, a well lit parking lot with a pavilion and a restroom.

Besides the carnival rides, the food choices for festival goers will include everything from hot dogs, hamburgers, chicken and BBQ to foods with a tropical, Italian, Greek and/or Hispanic flair. For those just wanting a snack, there will be popcorn, funnel cakes and pretzels and for a cool treat yogurt, Italian ice and ice cream. Cold craft and domestic beer and delicious wine are also available. 

Food venders include:  Chick-fil-A Dunwoody     Coco Bongo Tropical Delights     Country Cabin Sweets & Treats     Greek Tavern     Mexican Fiesta     King of Pops     The Mad Italian     Midway Munchies     Bid Daddy Dane’s BBQ     PTR Concessions     Repicci’s Italian Ice     Roy’s Royal Dogs     Shock Top, Lemon Shandy & Bud Light     Soul Truckin Good     Top Job Wine

The 2024 Dunwoody Authors Bookstore at Lemonade Days (open Saturday & Sunday) is delighted to bring you local authors and friends! Each of the featured authors will have their fabulous works for purchase at the booth and will be available to sign your copy.  Check the schedule here.

Another highlight of the festival is the Children's Petting Zoo & Pony Rides which is only available on Saturday & Sunday; the weekend also brings various vendors at the County Store selling arts & crafts, there is music everyday starting Thursday and then there is the Dunwoody Idol music competition happening on Saturday.   Finally, on Sunday there will be a number of Dance performances available for entertainment.

Parking for Lemonade Days is available at:

  • St. Patrick’s Episcopal Church (directly across from entrance)
  • Kingswood United Methodist Church
  • St. Barnabas Church
  • Peachtree Middle School (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday only)
  • Back of Brook Run Park - new back entrance available on Barclay next to Fire Station.

Some Parking Areas Are Paid Parking

Please be conscious of NO Parking signs during Sunday Church schedules and nearby neighborhoods.

Uber/Lyft/Parent Drop-off & Pick-up will be located in the 90 spot parking area in front of the small pavilion across from the Great Lawn. Look for the sign.

Brook Run Dog Park: If you’re planning on using the Dog Park at Brook Run, we won’t get in your way at all. Just please use the Peeler Road entrance to the Park, and a friendly volunteer will point you in the right direction from there.  SORRY, NO PETS ALLOWED in the Festival Area.

I will be at the festival the first couple of days so if you see me at the event, please pull me aside to introduce yourself as I would love to chat to hear what is on your mind.  Thanks    John Heneghan