CITY OFT TIFTON COUNCIL WORKSHOP APRIL 1, 2024  TIFTON CITYH HALL-C COUNCIL CHAMBERS  Attendees Mayor. Julie Smith Council Member Lester Cromer,Jr. Council Member M.. Jay Hall Council Members Not Present: Vice Mayor. Josh Reynolds Council Member Michael Franks  Emily Beeman, City Manager Jessica White, City Clerk Rob Wilmot, City Attorney  ZONING PUBLICHEARINGS  Public Hearing on Zoning Application PP24-014, Submitted by Lester CromerJr., Requestinga Conditional Use Permit to Operate a Cigarl Lounge at 214 Main Street, Property is Currently Zoned City Attorney Rob Wilmot introduced the application, reviewed the zoning procedures, and asked the Council Members thet following conflict questions to determine their eligibility for participating int the 1. Have any of the applicants or opponents to applications contributed at least $250 to any of the campaigns for election during the past two years? Everyone stated no, except Councilman 2. Do you or any members ofy your family own property that would be impacted by these classification applications whether that be a positive impact or a negative impact? Everyone 3. Do you or any members ofy your family have an interest in al business that would be impacted by these classification applications whether that be a positive impact or a negative impact? Mr. Lester Cromer, applicant, recused himself during the public hearing. Ms. Loretta Hylton, Planning and Zoning Director, reviewed his application in regards to the zoning of Mr. Cromer's Cigar Lounge. Ms. Hylton mentioned the proposed use requires a conditional use permit and the application was  Commercial Downtown (CD), Map and Parcel T043 174  hearing.  Cromer.  stated no, except Councilman Cromer.  Everyone stated no, except Councilman Cromer.  presented to the Planning and Zoning Board and approved. The public hearing opened to public comments:  Council Workshop Minutes- = April1,2024  Page 1of4    Mr. Lester Cromer spoke in favor of his application. He reviewed the history of a smoking cigars and his plans for safety at the proposed lounge which included, commercial air purification systems and Mr. Lee Turner - Bulas Antiques - Mr. Turner urged the Council Members to deny the application to continue to protect the health and safety of the public. He mentioned the harmful effects of smoke, secondhand smoke, and health risks. Mr. Turner mentioned the clean air ordinance that was passed in 2005 and encouraged the Council to oppose allowing smoke in public spaces to protect the public. Marianne Dow = 3rd and Main Antiques - Ms. Dowi is a neighboring store and she spoke in favor of the application and that al lot of people have been looking forward to this business opening. Melissa Hughes = Ms. Hughes spoke in favor of the application and expressed the Cigar Lounge would John Bowen = 2617 Wilson Avenue Mr. Bowen encouraged council to support business ventures that encourage business to the community and provide unique experiences. He mentioned that there are several things that harm our health and those concerned should not visit the establishment. Public Hearing on Zoning Application PP24-009, Submitted by 31 North Real Estate Investors, LLC, Requesting to Amend the Existing Planned Development Overlay (PDO) Site Plan for the Property Located at 2202 US Hwy 41 North to Incorporate al Drive-Through on Parcel G, Map and Parcel T026 City Attorney Rob Wilmot introduced the application, reviewed the zoning procedures, and asked the Council Members the following conflict questions to determine their eligibility for participating in the 1. Have any of the applicants or opponents to applications contributed at least $250 to any of the 2. Do you or any members of your family own property that would bé impacted by these classification applications whether that be a positive impact or a negative impact? Everyone 3. Do you or any members of your family have an interest in a business that would be impacted by these classification applications whether that be a positive impact or a negative impact? Ms. Loretta Hylton presented the proposed application and reviewed the staff report. The applicant iss seeking approval to amend the current PDO to allow for a drive-through restaurant on Parcel G. She mentioned the application was presented tot the Planning and Zoning Board and approved. Mr.. John Bowen, the applicant, spoke in favor of the application and provided a visual of the Planned Development Plan (PDO). He reviewed the history of the Planned Development Plan (PDO) for parcel  filtration systems that would be located on the roof, walls, and floors.  make a convenient option for patrons.  Thee being no further comments, the public hearing was closed.  045  hearing.  campaigns for election during the past two years? Everyone stated no.  stated no.  Everyone stated no.  Council Workshop Minutes- - April1, 2024  Page 2of4    'G'and mentioned he had a secured development contract. Mr. Bowen mentioned that unfortunately the contract fell through but he requested to continue to move forward, seeking to amend the PDO to allow the parcel to be developed with a drive-through. Council Members reviewed the site plan. Mayor Smith asked if the proposed plan would require a drive-through and it was confirmed this change would only allow the option to be an available option for the site and future development.  There being no further comments, the public hearing was closed.  COUNCIL WORKSHOP  CALLTO ORDER  Mayor Julie Smith called the meeting to order. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA  Council Member Hall made the first motion for approval oft the agenda, the motion was seconded by  Council Member Cromer, and unanimously approved by those present. Proclamation for Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness Month  Mayor Julie Smith read aloud the proclamation and presented it to Mr. Wesley Chambless, President ofl Tift County Council on Child Abuse. Mr. Chambless spoke about the upcoming events planned to  bring awareness and support victims of child abuse.  NEW BUSINESS  Request to Designate "Arts In Black" as a Festival  Ms. Jessica White presented the request from PLIGHT, Inc. requesting to designate the Arts in Black event as a festival and allow alcohol sales during the event. The event is scheduled for Saturday, May 4, 2024 at Fulwood Park. Ms. White mentioned the event details are the same as the previous year and alcohol sales are requested from 1:00 pm until 10:00 pm. Council reviewed the event details. Hillery Culpepper, Main Street Manager, presented a request to designate the First Friday in Fulwood event on May 3rd as al Festival and allow alcohol during the event. Mrs. Culpepper briefly reviewed the  Request to Designate "First Friday in Fulwood" as al Festival  activity's planned and the festival area map.  Review of Proposed Projects for Submittal to GDOT's Local Road Assistance Funding Adam Cobb, ESG Project Manager, presented the proposed projects for submittal. The proposed projects included street resurfacing on Tyson Ave, Goff Street, 26th Street, and 48th Street. The projects totaled $348,665.00. LRA Grant Funding will cover $333,775.57 of the project cost. Council  briefly reviewed.  Resolution Authorizing Execution of the GEMA Statewide Mutual Aid Agreement Mr. Joey Fowler, Tift County EMA Director, presented the renewal agreement. He mentioned the agreement allows the community to provide and receive state-wide resources, funding, and  Council Workshop Minutes April1,2024  Page3of4    manpower during times of emergencies. Mr. Fowler recommended approval of the agreement. Review of Zoning Application PP24-014, Submitted by Lester Cromer Jr. Requesting a Conditional Use Permit to Operate a Cigar Lounge at 214 Main Street, Property is Currently Zoned as  Commercial Downtown (CD), Map and Parcel T043 174  (Loretta Hylton-SGRC)  Councilman Lester Cromer recused himself from the meeting. Council reviewed and briefly discussed Review of Zoning Application PP24-009, Submitted by 31 North Real Estate Investors, LLC, Requesting to Amend the Existing Planned Development Overlay (PDO) Site Plan for the Property Located at 2202 US Hwy 41 North to Incorporate a Drive-Through on Parcel G, Map and Parcel TO26  the application and comments made during the public hearing.  045  (Loretta Hylton-SGRC)  The application and new development plan was reviewed.  Consider an Ordinance for Amending Chapter 86 to Provide for the Protection of PublicTrees and Mr. Michael Mitchem presented the Tree Board's request for adding additional precautions to protect public trees. Mr. Mitchem reviewed the proposed permitting process for removal of trees within the right-of-way: and proposed penalties for violations. Mr. Mitchem and Ms. Beeman mentioned the Tree Board has spent a lot of time and funding on planting trees in Tifton and these amendments will help protect and maintain the public trees and urban canopy. Consider an Ordinance to Amend Chapter 38, Article III, Section 38-121 to Provide for Criminal Emily Beeman, City Manager, reviewed the definition of a nuisance and the proposed amendments to Consider an Ordinance to Amend Chapter 10, Article V, Section 10-202 to Limit the Number of Class Emily Beeman, City Manager, presented a request to reduce the number of Amusement Machines  Penalties for Violations  Penalties and Issuance of Citations for Nuisance Violations  the city's ordinance which will impact how nuisance violations are handled.  B Amusement Machines  allowed at locations from nine to six machines within the City.  City Manager Report  Ms. Emily Beeman introduced Ms. Stacey Green, PR Director, to Council and reviewed her experience.  Ms.Green was welcomed into the City.  There being no further business to discuss, the meeting adjourned at 6:30 pm.  Gai Sut Jplie Smith, Mayor  Sooia Whti Jessica White, City Clerk  Council Workshop Minutes -April1,2024  Page 4of4