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October 14, 2025 ·9:00 AM Final-revised

178 Sam's Street, Decatur, GA 30030 (Multipurpose Room A1201)

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Agenda — 167 items

  1. A. INSPIRATIONAL ▶ jump to 0:44
  2. 2 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
  3. 2 Administration: Lorraine Cochran-Johnson, CEO, Zachary Williams, Executive Assistant/ Chief Operating Officer, Barbara Sanders-Norwood, County Clerk, William J. Linkous III, County Attorne
  4. B. PRESENTATIONS ▶ jump to 6:10
  5. C. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC ▶ jump to 19:55
  6. 5 The purpose of public comment is to allow the public to voice county-related requests, concerns or opinions during the Commission meeting. Speakers will only have the opportunity for one public comment per meeting. Each speaker must complete a speaker card and present it to the clerk before the beginning of the public comment portion of the meeting. Cards turned in to the clerk from the time the general meeting is convened (generally 9 A.M.) and by the beginning of public comment portion generally following presentations on the agenda. The clerk will accept cards on a first-come, first-served basis. Prior to the clerk’s call for public comment, speakers who are residents of DeKalb County shall be allowed to speak before residents of other counties are allowed to speak. Once the public comment portion of the meeting begins, speaker cards will no longer be accepted.
  7. 6 Speakers will be allowed to speak for three minutes each and public comment shall not exceed 30 minutes in length. When the buzzer sounds to indicate that time has run out, the speaker will be expected to immediately cease speaking and to yield the podium. Those who submitted speaker cards but did not speak because of the time allotment will be allowed to speak first at the next regularly scheduled Commission meeting without regard to residence. Speakers should always talk directly into the microphone and begin by stating their name, full address and the name of any organization they represent. Abusive, profane or derogatory language, holding up signs, clapping, yelling, standing or laying in the aisles to show support for or opposition to a speaker will not be permitted, but a show of hands or quietly standing in place will be permitted to show support for or opposition to a speaker's position.
  8. D. 10:00 A.M. PUBLIC HEARING
  9. 8 Citizens may speak for or against an item that is considered by law to be a zoning ordinance and each side will have ten minutes to present its case. Citizens may also speak for or against an item that is placed on the public hearing agenda but is not a zoning ordinance. In that case, each side will have five minutes to present its case. In the event there is more than one speaker per side, speakers must divide their time in order to complete their full presentation within the ten-minute time allotment, or the five minute time allotment. When the buzzer sounds to indicate that time has run out, the speaker will be expected to immediately cease speaking and to leave the podium area. Prior to speaking, a speaker shall complete a speaker card and present it when approaching the podium. If a speaker has any documents for the commissioners, the speaker shall provide 10 copies when approaching the podium. Seven copies are for the commissioners and the remaining copies are for the planning director, the county attorney and the clerk. In all zoning ordinance and traffic calming cases, staff shall make their recommendation for action to the Commission first followed by applicants or citizens speaking in favor of the item. Applicants in zoning ordinance cases shall have the right to reserve time for rebuttal. Opponents of a zoning ordinance item shall have no right of rebuttal. For all other items placed on the public hearing agenda, applicants or citizens speaking in favor of the item shall speak first followed by opponents of the item. Once the citizens have finished speaking, staff shall make a recommendation for action to the Commission. At this point, citizens are no longer allowed to speak unless called to the podium by an individual commissioner to answer questions or provide information. Speakers should always talk directly into the microphone and begin by stating their name, address and the name of any organization they represent. Abusive, profane or derogatory language will not be permitted. Holding up signs, clapping, yelling, standing or laying in the aisles to show support for or opposition to a speaker will not be permitted, but a show of hands or quietly standing in place will be permitted to show support for or opposition to a speaker's position.
  10. 9 Planning & Sustainability
  11. 10 COMMISSION DISTRICT(S): Commission District 3 Super District 7 Application of Nichelle Bell to rezone properties from R-75 (Residential Medium Lot-75) zoning district to RSM (Small Lot Residential Mix) to allow for single-family detached and single family attached duplexes and townhomes, at 3803 & 3815 Glenwood Road. 2025-0627 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 86:34
  12. 11 Commission District(s): All Districts Application of the Director of Planning and Sustainability to extend a moratorium on the permitting or other authorization of any new data centers, or the expansion of any existing data centers, in Unincorporated DeKalb County. 2025-1228 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 99:35
  13. 12 Public Works - Transportation
  14. 12 COMMISSION DISTRICT(S): Commission District 3 Super District 7 Application of Nichelle Bell to rezone properties from R-75 (Residential Medium Lot-75) zoning district to RSM (Small Lot Residential Mix) to allow for single-family detached and single family attached duplexes and townhomes, at 3803 & 3815 Glenwood Road. 2025-0627 Deferred
  15. 13 Commission District(s): 3 & 7 Traffic Calming Petition – Derrill Drive between Columbia Drive and Glenwood Road. No Cost to County. 2025-1328 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 105:53
  16. 14 “DECISION ONLY” ITEMS – NO PUBLIC HEARING
  17. 15 Planning and Sustainability
  18. 16 COMMISSION DISTRICT(S): Commission District 03 Super District 07 Application of New Life Baptist Church c/o Battle Law, P.C. to rezone property from C-2 (General Commercial) zoning district to MR-1 (Medium Density Residential-1) zoning district and within the I-20 Overlay District, Tier 1 for the development of single-family detached and attached homes as part of Phase 1 of a mixed-use development, 3048 Lumby Drive. 2025-0964 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 106:39
  19. 17 COMMISSION DISTRICT(S): Commission District 03 Super District 06 Application of Darius Williams for M Entertainment for a Special Land Use Permit (SLUP) to allow a Late-Night Establishment in the C-2 (General Commercial) zoning district and the I-20 Overlay District, Tier 1, at 2339 Brannen Road (Rear). 2025-0968 Approved Substitute with Conditions Pass ▶ jump to 113:07
  20. 18 COMMISSION DISTRICT(S): Commission District 04 Super Districts 06 and 07 Application of the Director of Planning & Sustainability to amend Chapter 5: Small Area Plans of the Comprehensive Land Use Plan. This application is for the adoption of the Stone Mountain Trail Master Plan and its vision, policy, and goals for future development of the planned area. 2025-1082 Approved substitute Pass ▶ jump to 115:42
  21. E. APPEALS
  22. 20 NONE
  23. F. APPOINTMENTS
  24. 22 APPOINTMENTS NOT REQUIRING BOARD ACTION - FOR INFORMATION ONLY ▶ jump to 41:45
  25. 23 Chief Executive Office
  26. 24 Commission District(s): All Commission Districts Recording the appointment of Ms. Elizabeth Thompson to Post 2 of the DeKalb County Animal Services Advisory Board. 2025-1510 ▶ jump to 41:48
  27. G. CONSENT AGENDA
  28. 26 Airport
  29. 27 Commission District(s): 1 and 6 Termination of Standardized T-Hangar Space Lease Agreement with Jonathon Davis. There is no cost to the County. 2025-1332 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 51:31
  30. 28 Commission District(s): 1 and 6 Termination of Standardized T-Hangar Space Lease Agreement with Rodman Paul. There is no cost to the County. 2025-1337 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 51:44
  31. 29 Commission District(s): 1 and 6 Standardized T-Hangar Space Lease Agreement with Jeffrey Miller. There is no cost to the County. 2025-1371 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 51:54
  32. 30 Commission District(s): 1 and 6 Standardized T-Hangar Space Lease Agreement with Alexander Hayes. There is no cost to the County. 2025-1373 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 52:33
  33. 31 Clerk to the Board of Commissioners and CEO
  34. 32 Commission District(s): All Approval of the Minutes of the Board of Commissioners Meeting of August 26, 2025 2025-1240
  35. 33 Commission District(s): All Approval of Minutes of the Special Called Meeting of August 28, 2025. 2025-1381 ▶ jump to 43:11
  36. 34 Commission District(s): All Approval of the Minutes of the Board of Commissioners Meeting of September 9, 2025 2025-1395 ▶ jump to 43:25
  37. 35 Commission District(s): All Approval of the Minutes of the Board of Commissioners Meeting of September 23, 2025 2025-1396 ▶ jump to 43:32
  38. 36 Board of Commissioners
  39. 37 Commission District(s): ALL Approval of Minutes for the October 7, 2025 Committee of the Whole Meeting 2025-1392 Approved ▶ jump to 43:35
  40. 38 Board of Commissioners - District 1
  41. 39 Commission District(s): District 1 To Approve the Appropriation of $200,000 ($111,000 from District 1’s FY25 Reserve for Appropriations (00201. 579002.100.0000.0000) and $89,000 from District 1’s ARP Interest Fund (00201.582206.100.000) ) to Frontline Response for a countywide homeless transportation program 2025-1467 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 43:38
  42. 40 Board of Commissioners - District 2
  43. 41 Commission District(s): District 2 To Appropriate $35,000 from the District 2 ARP Interest Fund to the Latino Community Fund to Support Health Screenings, Navigation and Referrals Through Free Community Events and Services at the Mexican and Peruvian Consulates 2025-1420 Approved Pass
  44. 42 Board of Commissioners - District 4
  45. 43 Commission District(s): District 4 Allocate $30,000 from District 4’s 2025 Reserve for Appropriation funds to Georgia and Women Moving On, Inc., doing business as Women’s Resource Center to End Domestic Violence, to support services that help survivors build safe and healthy lives free from domestic violence. 2025-1434 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 43:50
  46. 44 Commission District(s): District 4 To approve an allocation of Thirty-Five Thousand Dollars ($35,000) from the District 4 Reserve for Appropriation for Fiscal Year 2025 designated to Good Hands Handyman, a nonprofit organization located in Stone Mountain, Georgia, for the purpose of providing affordable housing repairs to qualified senior homeowners and individuals with disabilities 2025-1437 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 44:00
  47. 45 Board of Commissioners - District 5
  48. 45 Commission District(s): District 5 An Item to Allocate $50,000 to DeKalb County PALS Plus from the District 5 Reserve For Appropriations Funds for Youth Safety and Violence Prevention Programs for DeKalb County Youth 2025-1424 Approved as amended Pass ▶ jump to 51:12
  49. 46 Commission District(s): District 5 An Item to Appropriate $25,000 from the District 5 Reserve For Appropriation Account to provide legal aid assistance support to the DeKalb Lawyers Association and for other purposes 2025-1423 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 44:18
  50. 47 Commission District(s): District 5 An Item to Allocate $50,000 to DeKalb County PALS Plus from the District 5 Reserve For Appropriations Funds for Youth Safety and Violence Prevention Programs for DeKalb County Youth 2025-1424 ▶ jump to 44:32
  51. 48 Commission District(s): District 5 An item to allocate $50,000 of District 5 Funding to the YMCA of Metro Atlanta for Programming Efforts at the South DeKalb YMCA for Summer of 2025 in Partnership with New Birth Missionary Baptist Church 2025-1504 ▶ jump to 44:44
  52. 49 Board of Commissioners - District 6
  53. 50 Commission District(s): Super District 6 and District 4 To allocate an amount not to exceed $25,500.00 to the City of Avondale Estates for a mural at the overpass portion of the Stone Mountain Trail located at 163 N. Claredon Ave. and a utility box mural project. 2025-1507 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 44:57
  54. 51 Board of Commissioners - District 7
  55. 52 Commission District(s): District 7 An Item to Allocate an amount not to exceed $15,200 of the district 7 RESERVE FOR APPROPRIATION, contributed towards summer educational and youth athletic programming hosted by Antioch AME Church. 2025-1488 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 45:14
  56. 53 Commission District(s): District 7 The purpose of this Agenda Item is to allocate an amount not to exceed $5,000 of the District 7 Reserve for appropriation, contributed towards youth and family-focused meal and holiday support programming hosted by Los Vecinos de Buford Highway. 2025-1489 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 45:31
  57. 54 Commission District(s): District 7 An Item to Allocate an amount not to exceed $30,000 of the District 7 Reserve for Appropriation, contributed towards youth and adult educational programming by Junior League of DeKalb. 2025-1490 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 45:47
  58. 55 Clerk to the Board of Commissioners and CEO
  59. 56 Commission District(s): All Approval of the Minutes of the Board of Commissioners Meeting of August 26, 2025 2025-1240 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 46:08
  60. 57 Commission District(s): All Approval of Minutes of the Special Called Meeting of August 28, 2025. 2025-1381 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 46:11
  61. 58 Commission District(s): All Approval of the Minutes of the Board of Commissioners Meeting of September 9, 2025 2025-1395 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 46:19
  62. 59 Commission District(s): All Approval of the Minutes of the Board of Commissioners Meeting of September 23, 2025 2025-1396 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 46:21
  63. 60 District Attorney
  64. 61 Commission District(s): all Acceptance of $134,596 F/Y 2026 Victims of Crimes Act (VOCA) Grant to District Attorney’s Office 2025-1432 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 46:26
  65. 62 Recreation, Parks and Cultural Affairs
  66. 63 Commission District(s): Districts 2 and 6 To approve an access easement agreement for ZRE at 1164 Zonolite Place, Atlanta, GA 30306 thru Zonolite Park located at 1170 Zonolite Place (parcel 18 107 04 060). 2025-1350 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 50:28
  67. 64 The Board will take a 1-Hour Break at 12:00PM
  68. H. PRELIMINARY ITEMS
  69. 66 Board of Commissioners - District 2
  70. 67 Commission District(s): All Commission Districts Approval of a contract with Leadership DeKalb in an amount not to exceed $300,000.00 2025-1509 Deferred Pass ▶ jump to 54:07
  71. 68 Board of Commissioners - District 6
  72. 69 Commission District(s): All Commission Districts To Approve a Resolution to Ensure that the County’s Judges Receive the Same Benefits as the Judges of the Superior Court of the DeKalb Judicial Circuit, County Employees, and Judges in Other Counties. 2025-1506 Deferred Pass ▶ jump to 54:48
  73. 70 Commission District(s): All Commission Districts A Resolution Requesting The Administration Implement Water And Wastewater Service Shutoff Protections And Pause All Payment Plans Issued By The Finance Department During The Interim Period While The Urban League Of Greater Atlanta Is Establishing The DeKalb Customer Advocate's Office. 2025-1508 Deferred Pass ▶ jump to 55:42
  74. 71 Chief Executive Office
  75. 72 Commission District(s): All Commission Districts Contract with Frontline Response to provide “Warming and Cooling Center Services to Homeless citizens of DeKalb encountering potential health risks due to inclement weather for an amount not to exceed $420,000. 2025-1446 Deferred Pass ▶ jump to 56:34
  76. 73 Finance
  77. 74 Commission District(s): All Districts Approval of one-year lease extension amendment to the standard rental agreement, dated October 7, 2015, between DeKalb County Government and Cherians Real Estate, LLC. The amendment extends the lease through December 31, 2026, and increases the rental rate to $210,499.64 with an estimated utility cost of $27,000 totaling $237,499.64 for 2026.. 2025-1472 Deferred Pass ▶ jump to 116:52
  78. 75 Police Services
  79. 76 Commission District(s): All Commission Districts Grant Amendment – FY24 High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) Grant, $289,156.00 2025-1357 Approved ▶ jump to 117:38
  80. 77 Purchasing & Contracting
  81. 77 Commission District(s): All CO - Change Order No. 4 to Contract No. 1263615 Information Technology Software (General Services Administration (GSA) Contract No. GS-35F-0253W): for use by DeKalb Emergency Management Agency (DEMA). This contract consists of purchasing off the competitively let GSA contract for the purchase of CodeRED Emergency Notification Solutions. This request is to increase the contract funds and term through November 18, 2026. Awarded to OnSolve, LLC. Amount Not To Exceed $56,700.00. 2025-1292 Reconsidered Pass ▶ jump to 132:35
  82. 78 Purchasing & Contracting - to ERPS Committee
  83. 78 Commission District(s): All CO - Change Order No. 4 to Contract No. 1263615 Information Technology Software (General Services Administration (GSA) Contract No. GS-35F-0253W): for use by DeKalb Emergency Management Agency (DEMA). This contract consists of purchasing off the competitively let GSA contract for the purchase of CodeRED Emergency Notification Solutions. This request is to increase the contract funds and term through November 18, 2026. Awarded to OnSolve, LLC. Amount Not To Exceed $56,700.00. 2025-1292 Deferred Pass
  84. 79 Commission District(s): All CO - Change Order No. 4 to Contract No. 1263615 Information Technology Software (General Services Administration (GSA) Contract No. GS-35F-0253W): for use by DeKalb Emergency Management Agency (DEMA). This contract consists of purchasing off the competitively let GSA contract for the purchase of CodeRED Emergency Notification Solutions. This request is to increase the contract funds and term through November 18, 2026. Awarded to OnSolve, LLC. Amount Not To Exceed $56,700.00. 2025-1292 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 117:44
  85. 80 Commission District(s): ALL CO – Change Order No. 1 to Contract 1217878 Law Enforcement Equipment: for use by the Department of Police Services (PS). This contract purchases from the competitively let NPPGov Contract No. P20270 for the purchase, training and support Conducted Electrical Weapons (CEW). This request seeks to increase the contract term and funds for the upgrade from Taser 7 to Taser 10. Awarded to Axon Enterprise, Inc. Amount Not To Exceed: $7,890,769.60. 2025-1316 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 118:14
  86. 80 Commission District(s): ALL CO – Change Order No. 1 to Contract 1217878 Law Enforcement Equipment: for use by the Department of Police Services (PS). This contract purchases from the competitively let NPPGov Contract No. P20270 for the purchase, training and support Conducted Electrical Weapons (CEW). This request seeks to increase the contract term and funds for the upgrade from Taser 7 to Taser 10. Awarded to Axon Enterprise, Inc. Amount Not To Exceed: $7,890,769.60. 2025-1316 Reconsidered Pass ▶ jump to 132:46
  87. 81 Commission District(s): ALL CO - Change Order No. 3 to Contract No. 1210840 Inspection, Care, Maintenance and Cleaning of Personal Protective Equipment (Multiyear): for use by the Department of Fire Rescue (FR). This contract consists of the inspection, care, maintenance and cleaning of personal protective equipment (PPE). This request seeks to increase contract funds and contract term through April 27, 2026. Awarded to North America Fire Equipment Company, Inc. (NAFECO). Amount Not To Exceed: $150,000.00. 2025-1317 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 118:49
  88. 81 Commission District(s): ALL CO – Change Order No. 1 to Contract 1217878 Law Enforcement Equipment: for use by the Department of Police Services (PS). This contract purchases from the competitively let NPPGov Contract No. P20270 for the purchase, training and support Conducted Electrical Weapons (CEW). This request seeks to increase the contract term and funds for the upgrade from Taser 7 to Taser 10. Awarded to Axon Enterprise, Inc. Amount Not To Exceed: $7,890,769.60. 2025-1316 Deferred Pass
  89. 82 Commission District(s): All SWC - Statewide Contract (SWC) Nos.: 99999-001-SPD0000209-003, 99999-001-SPD0000209-008, 99999-001-SPD0000209-0011 Guns, Ammunition, and Accessories: for use by the Department of Police Services (PS) and the Marshal’s Office. Consists of purchasing from the competitively let SWCs for the purchase of ammunition. Awarded to: Gulf States Distributors, Inc.; Dana Safety Supply Inc.; and Precision Delta Corporation. Total Amount Not To Exceed: $268,007.00. 2025-1318 ▶ jump to 119:47
  90. 83 Commission District(s): All RFP - Request for Proposals No. 2025-046 Emergency Ambulance Services (Multiyear): for use by the Department of Fire Rescue (FR). Consists of providing comprehensive 911 ambulance services, to include: emergency ambulance service, 911 response, advance life support (ALS) and basic life support (BLS) transport, and any other service that is designed to improve efficiencies in the 911 ambulance service system (such as a nurse hotline). Recommend award to the highest scoring proposer Metro Ambulance Services, Inc. DBA American Medical Response. Amount Not To Exceed: $77,773,900.00. 2025-1352 ▶ jump to 119:49
  91. 83 Commission District(s): ALL CO - Change Order No. 3 to Contract No. 1210840 Inspection, Care, Maintenance and Cleaning of Personal Protective Equipment (Multiyear): for use by the Department of Fire Rescue (FR). This contract consists of the inspection, care, maintenance and cleaning of personal protective equipment (PPE). This request seeks to increase contract funds and contract term through April 27, 2026. Awarded to North America Fire Equipment Company, Inc. (NAFECO). Amount Not To Exceed: $150,000.00. 2025-1317 Reconsidered Pass ▶ jump to 132:49
  92. 84 Purchasing & Contracting - to OPS Committee
  93. 84 Commission District(s): ALL CO - Change Order No. 3 to Contract No. 1210840 Inspection, Care, Maintenance and Cleaning of Personal Protective Equipment (Multiyear): for use by the Department of Fire Rescue (FR). This contract consists of the inspection, care, maintenance and cleaning of personal protective equipment (PPE). This request seeks to increase contract funds and contract term through April 27, 2026. Awarded to North America Fire Equipment Company, Inc. (NAFECO). Amount Not To Exceed: $150,000.00. 2025-1317 Deferred Pass
  94. 85 Commission District(s): All CA – Cooperative Agreement Fuel Delivery with Related Services (Sourcewell Contract No. 121522-MNF): for use by Public Works-Fleet Management and Facilities Management (FM). Consists of purchasing from the competitively let Sourcewell Contract No. 121522-MNF for the two (2) year purchase of red dyed diesel fuel. This fuel will be used to power off-road County vehicles and equipment, as well as the 911 generator antenna sites and backup generators at various locations throughout the County. Awarded to Mansfield Oil Company of Gainesville, Inc. Amount Not To Exceed: $1,700,000.00. 2025-1232 Deferred Pass ▶ jump to 122:31
  95. 85 Commission District(s): All SWC - Statewide Contract (SWC) Nos.: 99999-001-SPD0000209-003, 99999-001-SPD0000209-008, 99999-001-SPD0000209-0011 Guns, Ammunition, and Accessories: for use by the Department of Police Services (PS) and the Marshal’s Office. Consists of purchasing from the competitively let SWCs for the purchase of ammunition. Awarded to: Gulf States Distributors, Inc.; Dana Safety Supply Inc.; and Precision Delta Corporation. Total Amount Not To Exceed: $268,007.00. 2025-1318 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 120:55
  96. 86 Commission District(s): All CA - Cooperative Agreement Firefighting Apparatus & Fire Service Vehicles (Sourcewell Contract No. 113021-SUT): for use by Public Works-Fleet Management to be used by the Department of Fire & Rescue (FR). This request seeks to purchase from the competitively let Sourcewell Cooperative Contract No. 113021-SUT for the provision of one (1) heavy duty 105 ft. mid-mount tractor drawn aerial ladder truck; one (1) heavy duty 100 ft. mid-mount aerial ladder truck and one (1) heavy duty pumper truck. These vehicles are designated for transporting firefighters and equipment to incidents for firefighting operations and to promptly respond to fire calls throughout the County. Awarded to The Sutphen Corporation. Estimated Amount Not To Exceed: $6,172,187.77. 2025-1241 Deferred Pass ▶ jump to 124:35
  97. 86 Commission District(s): All SWC - Statewide Contract (SWC) Nos.: 99999-001-SPD0000209-003, 99999-001-SPD0000209-008, 99999-001-SPD0000209-0011 Guns, Ammunition, and Accessories: for use by the Department of Police Services (PS) and the Marshal’s Office. Consists of purchasing from the competitively let SWCs for the purchase of ammunition. Awarded to: Gulf States Distributors, Inc.; Dana Safety Supply Inc.; and Precision Delta Corporation. Total Amount Not To Exceed: $268,007.00. 2025-1318 Reconsidered Pass ▶ jump to 133:18
  98. 87 Commission District(s): All CO - Change Order No. 14 to Contract No. 1147259 Elevator, Escalator and Walkway Maintenance and Modernization Services and Related Solutions (Omnia Partners Contract No. EV2516) for use by the Department of Facilities Management (FM). This contract consists of purchasing off the OMNIA Partners Contract No. EV2516 for monthly preventative maintenance, inspections, testing and modernization of the County’s elevators and associated equipment. This request seeks to increase the contract term and funding through November 30, 2029. Awarded to: KONE, Inc. Amount Not To Exceed: $1,200,000.00. 2025-1242 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 125:38
  99. 87 Commission District(s): All SWC - Statewide Contract (SWC) Nos.: 99999-001-SPD0000209-003, 99999-001-SPD0000209-008, 99999-001-SPD0000209-0011 Guns, Ammunition, and Accessories: for use by the Department of Police Services (PS) and the Marshal’s Office. Consists of purchasing from the competitively let SWCs for the purchase of ammunition. Awarded to: Gulf States Distributors, Inc.; Dana Safety Supply Inc.; and Precision Delta Corporation. Total Amount Not To Exceed: $268,007.00. 2025-1318 Deferred Pass ▶ jump to 134:02
  100. 88 Commission District(s): ALL CO - Change Order No. 2 to Contract Nos.: 1309686 and 1309666 On-Call Roof Maintenance, Repair, and Replacement Services (Annual Contract with 2 Options to Renew): for use by the Departments of Facilities Management (FM), Recreation Parks and Cultural Affairs (RPCA), Watershed Management (DWM), and Fire Rescue (FR). These contracts consist of roof maintenance, repair, and replacement services at County-owned facilities. This request seeks to increase the contract term through December 31, 2026 and funds for upcoming projects and ongoing maintenance and repairs, and replacement of roof at East DeKalb Police Precinct (as previously authorized under agenda Item 2025-1126). This request also seeks reallocation of SPLOST I funds in the amount of $650,000.00 for other projects under Category 3B. Awarded to: Hawk Construction Company, LLC, and National Building Contractors, Inc. Total Amount Not To Exceed: $2,727,085.00. 2025-1243 Deferred Pass ▶ jump to 125:45
  101. 88 Commission District(s): All RFP - Request for Proposals No. 2025-046 Emergency Ambulance Services (Multiyear): for use by the Department of Fire Rescue (FR). Consists of providing comprehensive 911 ambulance services, to include: emergency ambulance service, 911 response, advance life support (ALS) and basic life support (BLS) transport, and any other service that is designed to improve efficiencies in the 911 ambulance service system (such as a nurse hotline). Recommend award to the highest scoring proposer Metro Ambulance Services, Inc. DBA American Medical Response. Amount Not To Exceed: $77,773,900.00. 2025-1352 Deferred Pass ▶ jump to 122:24
  102. 89 Commission District(s): All CO – Change Order No. 1 to Contract No. 1232821 for Maintenance, Hosting, Upgrade and Enhancement Services (Sole Source): for use by the Department of Innovation and Technology (DoIT). This contract consists of the hosting, maintenance, and support of the County’s internet website. This request seeks to increase the contract’s term through March 31, 2026, using remaining funds for continued maintenance, hosting, upgrading & enhancement services. Awarded to Diversified Technologies, LLC. CONTRACT TERM INCREASE ONLY. 2025-1259 Deferred Pass ▶ jump to 128:15
  103. 90 Commission District(s): All CO - Change Order No. 2 to Contract No. 1349658 Air Quality and Noise Assessment Study at DeKalb Peachtree (PDK) Airport: for use by the DeKalb Peachtree (PDK) Airport. This contract consists of providing data about the relative pollutant, noise emissions, and air quality impacts in the County. This request seeks to increase contract’s term through June 30, 2026, using remaining funds. Awarded to Harris, Miller, Miller and Hanson (HMMH), Inc. CONTRACT TERM INCREASE ONLY. 2025-1260 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 129:09
  104. 91 Commission District(s): All CO – Change Order No. 1 to Contract 1384963 On Call Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC)(Annual Contract with 2 Options to Renew): for use by the Department of Facilities Management (FM). This contract consists of providing on-call HVAC services for County-owned properties. This request seeks to increase funds for the replacement of eight (8) rooftop units and one (1) mini split to match existing capacity at the DeKalb East Police Precinct. Awarded to Mann Mechanical Company, LLC. Amount Not To Exceed: $243,873.00. 2025-1294 Deferred Pass ▶ jump to 129:18
  105. 92 Commission District(s): All CO – Change Order No. 2 to Purchase Order No. 1360924 Budget Rental Agreement for Undercover Vehicles with DeKalb County (Emergency): for use by Public Works-Fleet Management to be used by Police Services (PS). Consists of the annual rental of vehicles utilized for special operations by Police Services. This request seeks to renew the rental agreement and increase funding through September 29, 2026. Awarded to Budget Car & Truck Rental of Atlanta. Amount Not To Exceed: $60,218.40. 2025-1305 Deferred Pass ▶ jump to 130:17
  106. 93 Commission District(s): ALL SWC - Statewide Contract (SWC) No. 99999-SPD-SPD0000219-0010 Networking Equipment & Related Services: for use by the Department of Innovation and Technology (DoIT). This request seeks to ratify a previously issued purchase order to purchase from the competitively let SWC No. 99999-SPD-SPD0000219-0010 for the provision of Palo Alto network security hardware, a Core Security subscription bundle, as well as maintenance, support, and professional services related to the network security for the County’s new Real Time Crime Center (RTCC). Awarded to Palo Alto Networks, Inc., c/o MGT Impact Solutions, LLC. Amount Not to Exceed: $171,827.88. 2025-1310 Deferred Pass ▶ jump to 132:04
  107. 94 Purchasing & Contracting - to PWI Committee
  108. 95 Commission District(s): All CO – Change Order No. 1 to Contract Nos. 1279581 and 1279578 On Call Concrete and Retainer Walls (Three (3) Year Multiyear Contract): for use by the Departments of Watershed Management (DWM), Facilities Management (FM), Public Works – Sanitation, Roads and Drainage (R&D), and Beautification (PWB) Divisions. Consists of forming, placing, and finishing concrete as needed for curbs, gutters, sidewalks, retainer walls, cheekwalls, footings and steps. This request seeks to increase the contract term and funds through December 31, 2026. Awarded to Construction 57 Incorporated and DAF Concrete, Inc. Total Amount not to exceed $600,000.00 2025-0950 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 134:14
  109. 96 Commission District(s): All CA - Cooperative Agreement for Fire System Inspections Contract No. 24-6789 - Annual Contract: for use by the Department of Watershed Management (DWM). This request consists of purchasing from the competitively let Cobb County Contract No. 24-6789 for full service for inspection, testing, certification, and preventative maintenance and repairs for sites for building fire alarm systems, sprinkler systems, portable handheld fire extinguishers, kitchen hood suppression systems, specialty fire suppression systems and fire hoses and related hydrostatic systems. Awarded to Cliff’s Fire Extinguisher Company, Inc. Amount Not To Exceed: $200,00.00. 2025-1061 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 135:07
  110. 97 Commission District(s): 2 & 6 CO – Change Order No. 2 to Contract No. 1366762 Right Turn Lane on Briarlake Road at Briarcliff Road (180 days): for use by Public Works-Transportation. This contract consists of the construction of a right turn lane at the Briarlake Road intersection with Briarcliff Road, including related curb, ramps, and sidewalk. This request seeks approval to increase the contract term through December 31, 2026. Awarded to SD&C, Inc. CONTRACT TERM INCREASE ONLY. 2025-1211 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 135:56
  111. 98 Commission District(s): 2 & 6 CO – Change Order No. 1 to Contract 2000080 East Rock Springs Roundabout at Beech Valley Way (365 Days): for use by the Department of Public Works – Transportation. This contract consists of the construction of a roundabout at the East Rock Springs Road intersection with Beech Valley Road and Cumberland Road. This request seeks approval to increase the contract term through December 31, 2026. Awarded to Summit Construction and Development, LLC. CONTRACT TERM INCREASE ONLY. 2025-1212 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 137:12
  112. 99 Commission District(s): All RFP - Request for Proposal No. RFP No. 24-500674 Water Meter Installation and Cul-de-Sac Renewal Program (Annual Contract with Four (4) Options to Renew) - Option B: New Water Meter Installation Project: for use by the Department of Watershed Management (DWM). Consists of providing water meter installations, upgrades and replacements. Recommend award to the sole proposer who is responsive and responsible: Metals and Materials Engineers, LLC. Amount Not to Exceed: $12,142,625.00. 2025-1214 Deferred Pass ▶ jump to 137:19
  113. 100 Commission District(s): ALL CO - Change Order No.1 to Contract No. 1304786 Chlorine Gas, Sodium Hypochlorite and Sodium Bicarbonate (Three (3) Year Multiyear Contract): for use by the Department of Watershed Management (DWM). This contract consists of providing chemicals to treat drinking water for DeKalb County residents. This request seeks to increase the contract term and funds through December 31, 2026 and ratify Purchase Order No. 5053311. Awarded to Brentagg Mid-South Inc. Amount Not To Exceed: $4,500,000.00 2025-1266 Deferred Pass ▶ jump to 139:52
  114. 101 Commission District(s): All RES - Rescission of award under Invitation No. 24-101671 Electrical Switchgear Inspection and Repair (Annual Contract with Two (2) Options to Renew) for use by Department of Watershed Management (DWM). Consists of providing inspection and repair of switchgear equipment at water and wastewater treatment plants. This request seeks to rescind the award to TRC Engineers, Inc. under Agenda Item 2025-0003 and re-award to the second awardee Brown Electrical Services, LLC. Amount Not To Exceed: $1,000,000.00 2025-1268 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 140:43
  115. 102 Commission District(s): ALL LB – Invitation to Bid No. 2025-018 North Decatur Road at Parkdale Traffic Signal and Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon (270 Days): for use by the Department of Public Works Transportation (PW-T). Consists of constructing a new traffic signal at the North Decatur Road / Parkdale Drive intersection, constructing a new pedestrian hybrid beacon across North Decatur Road near Gifford Drive, and installation of concrete ADA ramps at both locations. Recommend award to the lowest, responsive, and responsible bidder: Reedwick LLC. Amount Not To Exceed: $410,442.50. 2025-1269 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 141:33
  116. 103 Commission District(s): ALL CO - Change Orders to Contract Nos. 1296044, 1296038 and 1296180 Ferric Chloride, Liquid Oxygen, & Various Chemicals (Three (3) Year Multiyear Contract): for use by the Department of Watershed Management (DWM) and Public Works - Sanitation (Sanitation). These contracts consist of purchasing sodium hydroxide to treat wastewater and clean water for DeKalb County residents. This request seeks to increase contract funds and term through December 31, 2026. This request also seeks to add PW- Sanitation as a contract user. Awarded to PVS Technologies, Inc.; Airgas USA, LLC; and Univar Solutions USA, Inc. Total Amount Not To Exceed: $5,275,000.00 2025-1271 Deferred Pass ▶ jump to 141:44
  117. 104 Commission District(s): ALL CO - Change Order No 2. to Contract Nos.1262947, 1262945, 1262923, 1262912, 1262929 and 1262920 Water and Wastewater Treatment Chemicals (Three (3) Year Multiyear Contract): for use by the Department of Watershed Management (DWM). These contracts consist of the purchase of various chemicals to treat water and wastewater. This request seeks to increase the contract term and funds through December 31, 2026. Awarded to Burnett Lime Company, Inc.; C&S Chemicals, Inc.; Mississippi Lime Company; Pencco, Inc.; Polydyne, Inc.; and Southern Ionics, Inc. Total Amount Not To Exceed: $7,300,000.00. 2025-1283 Deferred Pass ▶ jump to 143:33
  118. 105 Recreation, Parks and Cultural Affairs
  119. 106 Commission District(s): All Districts To approve the 2025-2030 Recreation, Parks, and Cultural Affairs Strategic Plan for CAPRA accreditation . 2025-1372 Deferred substitute Pass ▶ jump to 144:18
  120. 107 Superior Court
  121. 108 Commission District(s): All Districts Increase DeKalb County Fleet by an Additional 6 Vehicles 2025-1393 Deferred Pass ▶ jump to 144:53
  122. 109 WorkSource DeKalb
  123. 110 Commission District(s): All Districts Approval of one-year lease extension amendment to standard rental agreement, dated December 1, 2012, between DeKalb County Government and Cherians Real Estate, LLC. The amendment extends the lease through December 31, 2026, and increases the 2026 rental rate to $515,954.25 and adds a provision for WorkSource to pay an estimated $68,000 for utilities totaling $583,954 for 2026. 2025-1471 Deferred Pass ▶ jump to 145:56
  124. I. ITEMS FOR DECISION BY THE BOARD
  125. 112 Board of Commissioners
  126. 113 Commission District(s): All Commission Districts Resolution Establishing an Affordable Housing Trust Fund for DeKalb County, Georgia 2024-0935 Deferred to the next meeting ▶ jump to 151:11
  127. 114 Commission District(s): All Commission Districts Dependent Care Reimbursement Program Pilot 2025-0376 Deferred Pass ▶ jump to 156:15
  128. 115 Board of Commissioners - District 2
  129. 116 Commission District(s): All Commission Districts A Resolution to Amend the Board of Commissioners Standing Procedural Rules 2024-0842 Deferred Pass ▶ jump to 160:29
  130. 116 Walk-on Items
  131. 117 Commission District(s): All Commission Districts A Resolution to Allocate DeKalb County Funding for the Creation of a Land Trust for DeKalb County 2024-1564 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 170:12
  132. 118 Commission District(s): All Districts A Resolution of the Dekalb County Board of Commissioners to Urge Modifications to the Dekalb Council for the Arts, Inc. to Ensure BOC-Appointed Voting Representation 2025-0751 Deferred for 30 days Pass ▶ jump to 191:38
  133. 118 Commission District(s): All Commission Districts To Amend the FY25 Budget to Establish the Office of Legislative Counsel and Authorize the Hiring of Legislative Counsel 2025-1534 Deferred Pass ▶ jump to 147:31
  134. 119 Board of Commissioners - District 5
  135. 120 Commission District(s): Commission Districts 3, 5 & 7 Expansion of the East Metro Community Improvement District (CID) 2025-1064 Approved substitute Pass ▶ jump to 268:14
  136. 121 Board of Commissioners - District 6
  137. 122 Commission District(s): All Commission Districts A Resolution to Establish the Environmental Justice and Sustainability Resident Advisory Group 2024-0525 Deferred Fail ▶ jump to 269:04
  138. 123 Commission District(s): All Commission Districts A Resolution by The Board of Commissioners of DeKalb County Designating 1/8th of the Hotel-Motel Tax Revenue for An Affordable Housing Trust Fund Beginning in 2025, Pending Fund Approval 2024-1548 ▶ jump to 270:30
  139. 123 Commission District(s): All Commission Districts Resolution Establishing an Affordable Housing Trust Fund for DeKalb County, Georgia 2024-0935 Deferred Pass ▶ jump to 155:01
  140. 124 Commission District(s): All Commission Districts A Resolution Supporting The Administration’s Decision To Take Action To Recover Land Traded To Blackhall Real Estate Phase II, LLC In Its 2021 Land Exchange With DeKalb County And For Other Purposes. 2025-0681
  141. 125 Commission District(s): All Commission Districts Substitute Agenda Item 2025-1107 With The Public Safety, Community Engagement, And Equal Service Joint Policy Statement. 2025-1107 Deferred Pass ▶ jump to 273:57
  142. 126 Community Development
  143. 127 Commission District(s): Districts 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7 To declare 25 County owned vacant properties surplus and transfer the County’s interest in the parcels of real property from DeKalb County to the DeKalb Regional Land Bank Authority. 2025-0431 Approved substitute Pass ▶ jump to 283:38
  144. 128 Finance - Risk Management
  145. 129 Commission District(s): All Commission Districts Nationwide Fee Structure Change 2025-1202 Approved ▶ jump to 284:01
  146. 130 Fire & Rescue Services
  147. 131 Commission District(s): All Commission Districts To Donate 2004 Spartan Tractor and Trailer to the Newton County Fire Department 2025-1236 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 284:07
  148. 132 Commission District(s): All Commission Districts Memorandum of Agreement with the State of Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency (GEMA/HS) and DeKalb County 2025-1313 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 284:21
  149. 132 Commission District(s): Commission Districts 3, 5 & 7 Expansion of the East Metro Community Improvement District (CID) 2025-1064 Deferred
  150. 133 Purchasing & Contracting
  151. 134 Purchasing & Contracting - to ERPS Committee
  152. 135 Commission District(s): All CO - Change Order No. 2 to Contract No. 1349075 Cloud Solutions and Services (Statewide Contract (SWC) No. 99999-SPD-T20190814-0001): for use by Police Services (PS). This contract consists of purchasing off the competitively let SWC to purchase OpenGov software to assist in management and operation of the Permits Unit. This request seeks to continue use of the software through September 30, 2026. Awarded to Carahsoft Technology Corp. Amount Not To Exceed $61,094.45. 2025-1141 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 284:38
  153. 136 Commission District(s): All RA – Ratification of Change Order No. 4 to Contract No. 1257650 BodyWorn™ Body Camera System (Multi-Year)(Sole Source): for use by the Marshal’s Office, and Departments of Public Safety Police Services (PS) and Animal Services. This contract consists of the purchase of BodyWorn™ Comprehensive Camera Systems and supporting hardware and software accessories. This request seeks to ratify an increase in contract funds and scope for Body Worn™ Body Cameras. Awarded to: Utility Associates, Inc. Amount Not To Exceed: $330,204.00. 2025-1235 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 286:11
  154. 136 Commission District(s): All Commission Districts A Resolution by The Board of Commissioners of DeKalb County Designating 1/8th of the Hotel-Motel Tax Revenue for An Affordable Housing Trust Fund Beginning in 2025, Pending Fund Approval 2024-1548 Deferred substitute Pass ▶ jump to 272:40
  155. 137 Purchasing & Contracting - to OPS Committee
  156. 138 Commission District(s): 1 & 6 RFP - Request for Proposal No. 22-500625 Eastside Aviation Development on DeKalb Peachtree Airport (Multi-Year Lease): for use by the DeKalb Peachtree (PDK) Airport. Consists of the design, construction, and management of business directly related to aviation for corporate aviation hangar development on the eastside of the airfield at the PDK Airport. Recommend award to the sole proposer: Sky Harbour, LLC. Estimated 50-Year Total Revenue Amount: $576,607,163.00 ($211,270,337.00 estimated towards DeKalb County). Deferred Pass ▶ jump to 286:18
  157. 139 Commission District(s): ALL CO – Change Order No. 2 to Contract 1351620 Mailing Equipment, Supplies and Maintenance Services (SWC No. 99999-SPD-T2027051400001): for use by the Department of Voters Registration and Elections (VRE). This contract consists of purchasing annual maintenance services for Voter Registration & Elections’ mailing equipment. This request seeks to ratify previously issued Purchase Order numbers 5023173 and 5022373. This request also seeks approval to increase contract funds. Awarded to: Quadient, Inc. Amount Not To Exceed: $81,923.23. 2025-0372 Deferred Pass ▶ jump to 288:37
  158. 140 Purchasing & Contracting - to PECS Committee
  159. 141 Commission District(s): ALL CO – Change Order No. 4 to Contract No. 1285986 Maintenance of Swimming Pools and Lifeguard Services (Multiyear): for use by the Departments of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Affairs (RPCA) and Human Services (HS). This contract consists of the maintenance of on-site chlorinators, chemical maintenance, seasonal preparation, and lifeguard services for swimming pools and splashpads. This request seeks to increase the contract funds and term through March 31, 2026. Awarded to StandGuard Aquatics, Inc. Amount Not To Exceed: $165,000.00. 2025-1053 Deferred Pass ▶ jump to 289:35
  160. 142 Purchasing & Contracting - to PWI Committee
  161. 143 Commission District(s): All CO – Change Order No. 3 to Contract No. 1301520 On-Call Water and Sewer (Multiyear Contract with 2 Options to Renew) for use by the Department of Watershed Management (DWM). This contract consists of providing on-call services for the installation and repairs of various sizes of water and sewer pipes. The work also consists of providing the means to respond to emergencies and unforeseen failures or malfunctions throughout the County’s distribution system. This request seeks to increase contract funds and scope. The requested increase will assist in replacing an existing 2-inch galvanized main with a new 12-inch main and replacement of 16-inch and 12-inch diameter watermains prior to the completion of the City of Avondale’s Streetscape project scheduled for completion no later than December 31, 2025. Awarded to GS Construction, Inc. Amount Not To Exceed $9,326,533.00. 2025-1191 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 290:59
  162. 144 Recreation, Parks and Cultural Affairs
  163. 145 Commission District(s): All Districts Adoption of the DeKalb County Trails and Greenway Master Plan. 2025-0181 ▶ jump to 291:43
  164. J. COMMENTS FROM THE BOARD
  165. K. EXECUTIVE SESSION
  166. 148 POLICY OF NON-DISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF DISABILITY IN COUNTY SERVICES.
  167. 149 DeKalb County Government does not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities or exclude them from participating in or receiving benefits of its services, programs, or activities, based on disability. Janet Essix, DeKalb County Government’s Employee Relations Manager and ADA Coordinator, is designated to coordinate the County’s compliance with Part 35 of the Department of Justice regulations regarding the Americans with Disabilities Act. Janet Essix may be contacted at 1300 Commerce Drive, 1st Floor, Decatur, GA 30030, 404.371.2309, to request information about access for persons with disabilities to County services, programs and activities, or to discuss a grievance regarding an impediment to such access. Ten days’ notice is requested for special accommodations.