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Clayton County Board of Commissioners Regular Business Meeting - February 12, 2026

Board of Commissioners — Thursday, February 12, 2026
BodyClayton County, Georgia
SessionBoard of Commissioners
DateThursday, February 12, 2026
StatusFILED
Video Record
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Transcript — Verbatim
0:07

Everyone out to our last board meeting of the year uh to the clay and in that in that grade y'all.

0:12

Well, this is our last one for the year.

0:14

All right.

0:16

All right.

0:16

All right.

0:17

I want to welcome everyone to the Clayton County Board of Commissioners regular business meeting.

0:21

The date is December 16th, 2026, and the time is 6 p.m.

0:27

At this time, I will do roll call.

0:30

All right.

0:31

District one.

0:32

Here, District 3.

0:33

Present.

0:34

District 2.

0:35

Present.

0:35

District 4.

0:36

Present.

0:37

And Chairwoman is present, y'all.

0:39

Next, we will move on to item three, our invocation and pledge of allegiance to the flag.

0:44

Our invocation tonight will be done by none other than Pastor Terry Wooder of Victory in Christ Ministries in Riverdale, Georgia.

0:52

Thereafter, we will have our Pledge of Allegiance.

0:55

Will you please stand for the invocation and the pledge of allegiance?

1:00

Good evening, Madam Chair, Commissioners.

1:03

With all hearts clear, let's go before the Lord in prayer.

1:07

Dear Heavenly Father, our Lord and our Savior.

1:10

As we come to your throne of grace, Father God, we just thank you, Father God, for this last meeting of the year, Father God.

1:16

We thank you, Father God, that all you've done this year, Father God, we thank you for bringing us through every storm, every trial, Father God.

1:22

And we thank you, Father God, that we can assemble together tonight, Father God, to advance this your Clayton County, Father God.

1:28

We ask Father God in the name of Jesus, Father God, that you bless this meeting, Father God, for your word says, Father God, that the heart of the king is in the hand of the Lord, and you turn it whatsoever way you will, Father God.

1:38

So we ask that you turn out elected officials heart towards your people, Father God, that this meeting, Father God, bring forth fruit, that we all be Father God, fruit for thine kingdom.

1:47

We thank you for it, and we decree it's done in Jesus' name, amen.

1:52

Amen.

1:53

I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands one nation, under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.

2:14

Madam Clerk, Madam Clerk, do you have the uh people for a public comment?

2:19

You have the list.

2:20

Can I have it?

2:31

All right, we will next move on to item four.

2:34

Um, at this time, Mr.

2:35

Reed, will you come for uh come for we have an emergency item that we need to add to the consent agenda?

2:49

Good evening, uh Madam Chair, Madam Vice Chair Board.

2:53

Uh, I've got one item to add to the agenda as an emergency, which is uh item resolution number 2025 272, which is a resolution authorizing Clayton County to accept the donation from Lister Holt and Dennis Law Firm in support of the Breakfast with Santa event to authorize the chairwoman or design to accept the donation on behalf of Clayton County and otherwise perform all acts necessary to accomplish the intent of this resolution to authorize the chief financial officer or amend the budget where necessary to reflect an appropriate revenue source and expense to provide an effective date of the resolution and for other purposes.

3:28

The reason why this is being added today is um the Breakfast with Santa event is going to be held on December 20th, and the uh firm would like to provide that donation in the amount of 1,000 dollars.

3:42

All right, thank you.

3:43

And so we can just vote on it when we do the consent agenda, correct?

3:47

Yes, once the motion is.

3:50

Okay, so okay, at this time I need a motion to uh add the emergency item to the consent agenda.

3:56

So move.

3:57

All right, I second the motion in a discussion at this time.

4:00

All right, are you ready for the vote?

4:02

All in favor say aye.

4:03

Aye, all opposed, any abstentions, the ayes have it, and the motion carries.

4:24

The total amount uh is 477,145 and 31 cents.

4:32

And the reallocation has come from the uh community uh sorry, student housing initiative program from Living Faith Home Project, and also some home funding in the community uh housing development organizational reserve account.

5:00

That's what allocates all those monies, and those monies are being provided for down payment assistance to first-time home buyers, and it will not be allocated to the other inst the other agency that was listed in your previous board members.

5:06

Do y'all have any questions at this time about um what Mr.

5:10

Reed has said in the change in item number 22?

5:13

Yes.

5:13

All right.

5:14

Commissioner Davis.

5:15

Can you just give us a brief background on that?

5:16

What are taking place, where this funds had initially come from?

Discussion Breakdown — Share of Meeting
Zoning And Land Use██████████████████████████26%
Procedural████████████12%
Economic Development████████████12%
Affordable Housing█████████9%
Public Safety███████7%
Procurement Management███████7%
Correctional Services█████5%
Workforce Development████4%
Board Appointments████4%
Summary of Proceedings

Clayton County Board of Commissioners Regular Business Meeting - February 12, 2026

The Clayton County Board of Commissioners held its regular business meeting on February 12, 2026. The meeting included presentations, public comments, consent agenda approvals, regular agenda discussions, zoning hearings, and an executive session. Key outcomes included approval of a residential moratorium, rejection of a resolution to terminate the Intergovernmental Agreement with the Development Authority, and multiple board appointments.

Consent Calendar

  • Approved emergency addition: Resolution 2025-272 accepting a $1,000 donation from Lister Holt and Dennis Law Firm for Breakfast with Santa.
  • Approved the consent agenda as amended (items 4, 9, 22, and 28 moved to regular agenda).
  • Notable consent items included approval of minutes from December 2, 2025, renewal of property insurance, vehicle purchase contracts, contracts for cybersecurity, fire station construction, zoning consulting (RFP #25-39), and several budget amendments and resolutions (including Resolution 2025-262 recapturing HUD HOME funds for down payment assistance).

Public Comments & Testimony

  • Stacey Hopkins (Fulton County) expressed concerns about the Clayton County jail, stating a friend has been incarcerated for over three years without a hearing; she requested investigation into jail conditions.
  • La Pink (multiple counties) demanded removal of the sheriff, alleging conflicts of interest and failing conditions; called for an independent investigation.
  • Dr. Henry Anderson (Clayton County) called for a moratorium on new townhomes/apartments, maintaining the millage rate, and increasing code enforcement officers; presented a "green/red folder" accountability system.
  • David Hammrick (District 3) opposed additional apartment construction, citing high rental occupancy (Forest Park 60%, Jonesboro 63%, Riverdale 52%) and urged a moratorium on residential development.
  • Gerald Rose (New Orleans National Human Rights Organization) described the Clayton County jail as in a state of emergency, citing mold and broken doors; called for the sheriff to resign and requested GBI investigation.
  • Val Kalvian Holmes (DeKalb County) supported jail reform and expressed frustration with justice system, referencing his son's case.
  • M. Shallby Eichner (DeKalb County) asked the Board to pass a vote of no confidence and request GBI investigation.
  • Timothy Von Dale Jefferson (Lovejoy, GA) requested a permit for a garage alteration, citing delays and fines from the county and HOA; alleged discrimination.

Discussion Items

  • Vehicle Purchase (CP #22-23): Approved purchase of 24 Ford Mustang packages and 10 Ford Police Interceptors ($2,355,528) from Alan J. Automotive Management Inc. (Florida). Commissioner Hambrick raised concerns about bypassing local Ford dealerships; staff noted that local vendors did not bid on the contract. Chief Roberts emphasized urgency for public safety operational readiness.
  • Zoning Consulting Services (RFP #25-39): Awarded to Collaborative Firm LLC (East Point, GA) for $450,000 annually (1-year initial, up to 4 renewals total $2.25 million). Commissioner Reeves asked about cost comparison between contractors and full-time staff; Director Ejike explained value depends on experience and market conditions.
  • Fund Recapture Resolution 2025-262 (as amended): Approved reallocation of HUD HOME funds from CHDO reserves and Student Housing Initiative to Down Payment Assistance. Total $477,145.31. Commissioner Reeves questioned taking rental assistance funds for homebuyer program; staff noted exhausted funds and need to bridge until 2026 allocation.
  • Code Amendment Resolution 2025-270: Approved to initiate amendments to Technical Review Committee processes (Articles 11, 12, 13). No debate.
  • EMS Fee Reduction Feedback: Chief Ellis presented two requests for fee reductions (total $2,894.95). Board held the item for future policy discussion after some members expressed concerns about precedent.
  • Resolution 2025-267 (Terminate IGA with Development Authority): Failed (nays have it). Debate included Commissioner Hambrick citing lack of workforce development results, Commissioner Allen noting active projects. Motion to approve failed. Commissioners indicated desire to renegotiate IGA rather than terminate.
  • Resolution 2025-269 (Residential Moratorium): Approved for 180 days on new single-family subdivisions and multi-family developments (exceptions for vested projects). Director Ejike explained pause to study housing mix during zoning rewrite.
  • Board Appointments:
    • Chris Blocker to Development Authority (term to 2029) – approved.
    • Clarence Cox – motion failed.
    • Ramona Bibbins to Development Authority – approved.
    • Rosanette Kirby to Development Authority – approved.
    • Jo Ann Johnson to Library Board – approved.

Zoning Hearings

  • Items 37-38 (FLUM/REZ at 7327 Cullen Dr): Tabled to January 20, 2026 (applicant request).
  • BOC-2507-0539 (Truck parking CUP at 5855 Lees Mill Rd): Approved with conditions to address T&D comments. Applicant Atlanta Truck Parking (20 years in operation) will provide 151 spaces.
  • Items 40-42 (5850 Riverdale Rd mixed-use development): Tabled to January 20, 2026 for parking concerns. Applicant seeking 370 apartment units.
  • BOC-2510-0572 (ADU at 6230 Auburn Dr): Approved with three conditions: (1) only one ADU for relatives, (2) void on property sale, (3) ADU shall not be subdivided beyond floor plan presented. Applicant Monique Williams (Fulton County) converting garage.
  • BOC-2510-0575 (Sam's Club EV charging modification): Approved extending deadline for two EV charging stations from 6 to 9 months to allow permitting and construction. Applicant Sam's Club.
  • BOC-2510-0579 (Ellenwood PUD map amendment): Tabled to January 20, 2026 (county-initiated item).
  • BOC-2510-0580 (Cottage food business at 1901 Barrington Dr): Approved with conditions (no customer pickup, void on sale). Applicant Evelyn Xanders Glass (Clayton County) for baked goods.

Executive Session & Post-Session Actions

  • Entered executive session for litigation and personnel.
  • Approved settlement of $260,000 for auto accident case (2023 CV04174-10).
  • Approved DA supplements from asset forfeiture fund totaling $107,363 (for five individuals).
  • Appointed Marcia Davis as Clerk of Commission (salary $68,192 + $10,300 supplement, effective December 20, 2025).

Meeting Transcript

Everyone out to our last board meeting of the year uh to the clay and in that in that grade y'all. Well, this is our last one for the year. All right. All right. All right. I want to welcome everyone to the Clayton County Board of Commissioners regular business meeting. The date is December 16th, 2026, and the time is 6 p.m. At this time, I will do roll call. All right. District one. Here, District 3. Present. District 2. Present. District 4. Present. And Chairwoman is present, y'all. Next, we will move on to item three, our invocation and pledge of allegiance to the flag. Our invocation tonight will be done by none other than Pastor Terry Wooder of Victory in Christ Ministries in Riverdale, Georgia. Thereafter, we will have our Pledge of Allegiance. Will you please stand for the invocation and the pledge of allegiance? Good evening, Madam Chair, Commissioners. With all hearts clear, let's go before the Lord in prayer. Dear Heavenly Father, our Lord and our Savior. As we come to your throne of grace, Father God, we just thank you, Father God, for this last meeting of the year, Father God. We thank you, Father God, that all you've done this year, Father God, we thank you for bringing us through every storm, every trial, Father God. And we thank you, Father God, that we can assemble together tonight, Father God, to advance this your Clayton County, Father God. We ask Father God in the name of Jesus, Father God, that you bless this meeting, Father God, for your word says, Father God, that the heart of the king is in the hand of the Lord, and you turn it whatsoever way you will, Father God. So we ask that you turn out elected officials heart towards your people, Father God, that this meeting, Father God, bring forth fruit, that we all be Father God, fruit for thine kingdom. We thank you for it, and we decree it's done in Jesus' name, amen. Amen. I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands one nation, under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. Madam Clerk, Madam Clerk, do you have the uh people for a public comment? You have the list. Can I have it? All right, we will next move on to item four. Um, at this time, Mr. Reed, will you come for uh come for we have an emergency item that we need to add to the consent agenda? Good evening, uh Madam Chair, Madam Vice Chair Board. Uh, I've got one item to add to the agenda as an emergency, which is uh item resolution number 2025 272, which is a resolution authorizing Clayton County to accept the donation from Lister Holt and Dennis Law Firm in support of the Breakfast with Santa event to authorize the chairwoman or design to accept the donation on behalf of Clayton County and otherwise perform all acts necessary to accomplish the intent of this resolution to authorize the chief financial officer or amend the budget where necessary to reflect an appropriate revenue source and expense to provide an effective date of the resolution and for other purposes. The reason why this is being added today is um the Breakfast with Santa event is going to be held on December 20th, and the uh firm would like to provide that donation in the amount of 1,000 dollars. All right, thank you. And so we can just vote on it when we do the consent agenda, correct? Yes, once the motion is. Okay, so okay, at this time I need a motion to uh add the emergency item to the consent agenda. So move. All right, I second the motion in a discussion at this time. All right, are you ready for the vote? All in favor say aye. Aye, all opposed, any abstentions, the ayes have it, and the motion carries.

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