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July 15, 2026 ·10:00 AM Final ·This document is tentative, has not been ratified or approved by the Board of Commissioners, and is not binding on the County or any officer. Scheduled date for ratification: August 5, 2026

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Agenda — 103 items

  1. 1 CALL TO ORDER: Chairman Robert L. Pitts ▶ jump to 14:36
  2. 2 ROLL CALL: Tonya R. Grier, Clerk to the Commission ▶ jump to 16:28
  3. 3 INVOCATION: Reverend Clifton Dawkins, Jr., County Chaplain
  4. 4 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Recite in unison
  5. 5 ANNOUNCEMENTS
  6. 6 PLEASE SWITCH ALL ELECTRONIC DEVICES (CELL PHONES, PAGERS, PDAs, ETC.) TO THE SILENT POSITION DURING THIS MEETING TO AVOID INTERRUPTIONS. IF YOU NEED REASONABLE MODIFICATIONS DUE TO A DISABILITY, INCLUDING COMMUNICATIONS IN AN ALTERNATE FORMAT PLEASE CONTACT THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK TO THE COMMISSION. FOR TDD/TTY OR GEORGIA RELAY SERVICE ACCESS DIAL 711.
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  8. 8 CONSENT AGENDA
  9. 9 Adoption of the Consent Agenda - All matters listed on the Consent Agenda are considered routine by the County Commission and will be enacted by one motion. No separate discussion will take place on these items. If discussion of any Consent Agenda item is desired, the item will be moved to the First Regular Meeting Agenda for separate consideration. (ADOPTED) 26-0376 adopt Pass
  10. 10 Proclamations for Spreading on the Minutes. (SPREAD ON THE MINUTES UPON ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA) Proclamation recognizing “Peabo Bryson Remembrance Day.” (Arrington) June 2, 2026 Proclamation recognizing “D’Estin Perry, Sr. Appreciation Day.” (Arrington) June 19, 2026 Proclamation recognizing “Stacy Fotos Empowering Women in Leadership Award Appreciation Day.” (Thorne) June 22, 2026 Proclamation recognizing “Frank Groome Distinguished Diplomatic Leadership Award Appreciation Day.” (Thorne) June 22, 2026 Proclamation recognizing “Dr. Mandee and Austin Hollen Community Transformation Award Appreciation Day.” (Thorne) June 22, 2026 Proclamation recognizing “Sam Barbosa Johns Creek Corporate Stewardship Award Appreciation Day.” (Thorne) June 22, 2026 Proclamation recognizing “Nancy Walker Influential Business Excellence Award Appreciation Day.” (Thorne) June 22, 2026 Proclamation recognizing “D.R.E.S. Tha Beatnik Appreciation Day.” (Arrington) June 26, 2027 Proclamation recognizing “Congolese Cultural Day.” (Arrington) June 27, 2026 Proclamation recognizing “Irene Richardson Appreciation Day.” (Pitts/Abdur-Rahman/Arrington) June 30, 2026 Proclamation recognizing “Norman Lumpkin Remembrance Day.” (Abdur-Rahman) July 5, 2026 Proclamation recognizing “J & J Family Dentistry Appreciation Day.” (Arrington) July 9, 2026 26-0377
  11. 11 Open & Responsible Government
  12. 12 Request approval of a Water Line Easement Dedication of 66,386 square feet to Fulton County, a political subdivision of the State of Georgia, from TPG AG EHC III (EMP) Multi State 4 LLC, for the purpose of constructing the Medley Johns Creek Town Center Project at 0 Johns Creek Parkway, Johns Creek, Georgia 30097. (APPROVED UPON ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA) 26-0378
  13. 13 Request approval of a Water Easement Dedication of 25,755 square feet to Fulton County, a political subdivision of the State of Georgia, from JBGL Atlanta Development 2014, LLC, for the purpose of constructing the Bellwyn Project at 11705 Fox Road, Johns Creek, Georgia 30005. (APPROVED UPON ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA) 26-0379
  14. 14 Request approval of a Sewer Easement Dedication of 20,826 square feet to Fulton County, a political subdivision of the State of Georgia, from JBGL Atlanta Development 2014, LLC, for the purpose of constructing the Bellwyn Project at 11705 Fox Road, Johns Creek, Georgia 30005. (APPROVED UPON ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA) 26-0380
  15. 15 Request approval of a Sewer Easement Dedication of 62,722 square feet to Fulton County, a political subdivision of the State of Georgia, from TPG AG EHC III (EMP) Multi State 4, LLC, for the purpose of constructing the Medley Johns Creek Town Center Project at 0 Johns Creek Parkway, Johns Creek, Georgia 30097. (APPROVED UPON ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA) 26-0381
  16. 16 Request approval of an Indemnification, Maintenance, and Land Use Agreement for Private Improvement (Indemnification Agreement) between Fulton County, a political subdivision of the State of Georgia, and Roger Howrey, a citizen, for the purpose of granting conditional approval to allow stormwater infrastructure to remain within a portion of the County’s existing sanitary sewer easement at 540 Sweet Birch Lane, Roswell, Georgia 30076. (APPROVED UPON ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA) 26-0382
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  18. 17 Request approval of an Indemnification, Maintenance, and Land Use Agreement for Private Improvement (Indemnification Agreement) between Fulton County, a political subdivision of the State of Georgia, and Mayfield Development, LLC, for the purpose of granting conditional approval to allow stormwater infrastructure to remain within a portion of the County’s existing water line easement area at 1580 Mayfield Road, Alpharetta, Georgia 30009. (APPROVED UPON ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA) 26-0383
  19. 18 Request approval of a Resolution authorizing the transfer of 3,043.92 square feet of real property and the execution of a temporary construction easement covering approximately 1,535.01 square feet to the City of Sandy Springs, a municipal corporation of the State of Georgia, for the purpose of allowing the City to make sidewalk and streetscape improvements at 5025 Roswell Road, Sandy Springs Georgia; to authorize the Chairman to execute an appropriate deed, a temporary construction easement agreement, and all other necessary documents; to authorize the County Attorney to approve the deed, the temporary construction easement, and related documents as to form and to make modifications thereto to protect the interests of Fulton County prior to execution; and for other purposes. (APPROVED UPON ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA) 26-0384
  20. 19 Ratification of June 2026 Grants Activity Report. (APPROVED UPON ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA) 26-0385
  21. 20 Health and Human Services
  22. 21 Request approval of a Resolution by the Board of Commissioners to authorize the adoption and submittal of the 2026 HUD Annual Action Plan which will allow the county to secure federal funds for projects and services that support low- and moderate-income citizens. The funding includes $1,333,423.00 from the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and $599,301.51 from the HOME Investment Partnership (HOME). A Fulton County general fund match is not required for the CDBG Program. Fulton County uses its general funds to support the required 25% match for the HOME program. (APPROVED UPON ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA) 26-0386
  23. 22 Request approval of a Public Private Partnership (P3) Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Fulton County and the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT). This is for the relocation of sewer facilities to improve the existing system by adding two (2) new, barrier-separated express lanes in both directions of I-285 between the Chattahoochee River and Burnt Fork Creek, and in both directions of SR 400 from Northland Drive to the North Springs MARTA Station in Fulton and DeKalb Counties, Georgia (Project ID 0017135 and 0019965). The project includes relocating several sewer lines and associated appurtenances within Fulton County at no cost to Fulton County. (APPROVED UPON ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA) 26-0387
  24. 23 Request approval of a Contract Item Agreement (CIA) between Fulton County and the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) for the resurfacing of State Route 141 (Medlock Bridge Road) from the Gwinnett County Line to the Forsyth County Line in Fulton County (Project ID M006781). The project includes the adjustment of two sanitary sewer manholes and eighteen water valve boxes, along with associated appurtenances. The estimated cost of the project is $33,000.00. (APPROVED UPON ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA) 26-0388
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  26. 25 Justice and Safety
  27. 26 Request approval to renew an existing contract - Superior Court, 25RFP1386059A-BKJ, Drug Testing in an amount not to exceed $350,000.00 with Technical Resource Management, LLC dba Cordant Health Solutions (Indianapolis, IN) to provide comprehensive drug testing and technology services to the participants of the County’s Accountability Court Programs. This action exercises the first of two renewal options. One renewal option remains. Effective dates: July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027. (APPROVED UPON ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA) 26-0389
  28. 27 FIRST REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
  29. 28 Adoption of the First Regular Meeting Agenda. (ADOPTED AS AMENDED) 26-0390 adopt as amended Pass ▶ jump to 17:31
  30. 29 Ratification of Minutes. (RATIFIED) First Regular Meeting Minutes, June 3, 2026 Second Regular Meeting Post Agenda Minutes, June 17, 2026 Second Regular Meeting Minutes, June 17, 2026 26-0391 ratify Pass ▶ jump to 18:06
  31. 30 Presentation of Proclamations and Certificates. (PRESENTED) Proclamation recognizing “National Probation and Parole Week.” (Barrett/BOC) *Proclamation recognizing “Gilbert Young Appreciation Day.” (Abdur-Rahman/Pitts) *added during the meeting 26-0392 ▶ jump to 18:26
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  33. 32 PUBLIC HEARINGS
  34. 33 Public Comment - Citizens are allowed to voice County related opinions, concerns, requests, etc. during the Public Comment portion of the Commission meeting. Priority for public comment will be given to Fulton County citizens and those individuals representing businesses or organizations located within Fulton County, including their employees, whether such persons are commenting in-person, via emails or via Zoom or other electronic media (i.e., phone call). Non-Fulton County citizens will only be heard after all in-person Fulton County citizens, representatives of business and organizations located within Fulton County, including their employees, have been heard and the time allotted for public comment has not expired, except as otherwise provided in this code section. County staff shall verify the residency of each public speaker prior to such person being heard by the board. Speakers will be granted up to two minutes each. Members of the public will not be allowed to yield or donate time to other speakers. The Public Comment portion of the meeting will not exceed sixty (60) minutes at the First Regular Meeting, nor will this portion exceed sixty (60) minutes at the Second Regular Meeting. In the event the 60-minute time limit is reached prior to public comments being completed, public comment will be suspended and the business portion of the BOC meeting will commence. Public comment will resume at the end of the meeting. For more information or to arrange a speaking date, contact the Clerk’s Office. (CONDUCTED) 11 Speakers: LA Pink (Corruption); Leonard Adams (Westside TAD); Eric Tatum (Support #26-0417); Eloise Klementich (Westside TAD); Maria Gaudio (Elections); Steven Dingle (Westside TAD); Cleary Mahaffey (Support #26-0417); Leonard Watkins (Westside TAD); Steven Imle (Support #26-0417); Elizabeth Bailey (Support #26-0417); Mike Johnson (District 5 Representative) 4 Zoom Speakers: Robby Caban (Animal Services); JW Grenadier (Deed Fraud); Janet Hill (Deed Fraud); Alonde Le Grand (Deed Fraud) 26-0393 ▶ jump to 31:08
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  36. 34 COUNTY MANAGER'S ITEMS
  37. 35 Justice and Safety
  38. 36 July 2026 Justice System Update. (PRESENTED) 26-0394 ▶ jump to 63:43
  39. 37 Open & Responsible Government
  40. 38 Presentation, review, and approval of July 15, 2026, Budget Soundings and Resolution. (PRESENTED/APPROVED) 26-0395 approve Pass ▶ jump to 122:56
  41. 39 Request approval of a Resolution authorizing the County Attorney to petition the Superior Court of Fulton County for an order authorizing the immediate and temporary collection of 2026 taxes pursuant to O.C.G.A. § 48-5-310. (APPROVED) 26-0396 approve Pass ▶ jump to 124:01
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  44. 41 Request approval of a statewide contract - Registration and Elections, 26TEMP1548386C-MH, SWC# 99999-001-SPD0000136-0006, Temporary Staffing Services - Clerical Light in the total amount not to exceed $8,958,784.66 with Abacus Corporation (Morrow, GA) to provide temporary staffing services for General Election/Nonpartisan Election & Runoff Elections. Effective: July 1, 2026, through December 31, 2026. (APPROVED) 26-0397 approve Pass ▶ jump to 150:43
  45. 42 Request approval of statewide contracts - Department of Real Estate and Asset Management, SWC#99999-001-SPD0000203-0001 and SWC#99999-001- SPD0000203-0003, New Tires and Retread Tubes, in the total amount not to exceed $75,000.00 with (A) Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations, LLC, through authorized dealer Southern Tire Mart (Atlanta, GA) in the amount not to exceed $25,000.00, and (B) The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company, through authorized dealer NexTire Commercial, Inc. (Decatur, GA) in the amount not to exceed $50,000.00, to provide tires, tubes, accessories, and repair services on an as-needed basis for Fulton County fleet vehicles for the remainder of FY2026. Effective dates: July 1, 2026, through December 31, 2026. (APPROVED) 26-0398 approve Pass ▶ jump to 169:04
  46. 43 Request approval of lowest responsible bidder - Department of Real Estate and Asset Management, 26ITB1611210C-JNJ, Standby Fencing Installation and Repair in the amount of $200,000.00 with Osborne & Witt, Inc., dba Allied Fence Company, Inc. (Mableton, GA), to provide standby fencing installation and repair on an “as needed” basis for Fulton County. Effective January 1, 2027, through December 31, 2027, with two renewal options. (APPROVED) 26-0399 approve Pass ▶ jump to 169:25
  47. 44 Request approval to utilize cooperative purchasing - Department of Real Estate and Asset Management, National Cooperative Purchasing Alliance (“NCPA”) (a wholly-owned subsidiary of OMNIA Partners dba Omnia Partners, Public Sector) Contract #11-78 with Anthro International Incorporated, dba Sitmatic (Fullerton, CA), in an amount not to exceed $555,776.55 for the purchase, delivery, assembly, and installation of new seating in the Superior Court Juror Assembly Room. Effective upon issuance of a notice to proceed and for an estimated 120 calendar days or until project completion, as determined by Fulton County. (APPROVED) 26-0400 approve Pass ▶ jump to 169:49
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  50. 46 Request approval to utilize cooperative purchasing - Department of Real Estate and Asset Management, OMNIA Partners Contract #3341, HVAC Products, Installation, Labor Based Solution and Related Product and Services, in the amount not to exceed $783,777.44 with Trane U.S., Inc. (Doraville, GA), to provide turnkey Central Energy Plant (CEP) Upgrades, including the replacement and installation of two new chillers, two new boilers, and a new pool package unit (pool area humidity control) at the Helene S. Mills Senior Multipurpose Facility located at 515 John Wesley Dobbs Avenue, NE, Atlanta, Georgia 30312. Effective upon issuance of a notice to proceed for six months or until completion of the project as determined by Fulton County; authorizing the County Attorney to approve the Agreement and related documents as to form and make necessary modifications thereto prior to execution; and for other purposes. (APPROVED) 26-0401 approve Pass ▶ jump to 170:21
  51. 47 Request approval to increase spending authority - Department of Real Estate and Asset Management, 25ITBC1368307C-JNJ, HVAC Equipment and Parts, in the total amount not to exceed $30,000.00 with Shelton Supply, dba F. M. Shelton, Inc. (Atlanta, GA), to cover the cost to purchase additional HVAC parts and related equipment to maintain a sufficient level of parts on-hand for maintenance/repairs. Effective upon BOC approval. (APPROVED) 26-0402 approve Pass ▶ jump to 170:55
  52. 48 Arts and Libraries
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  54. 49 Request approval of the FY2026 Contracts for Services Program funding recommendations totaling $2,857,643. Funds have been identified and are available in the Department of Arts & Culture’s FY 2026 budget. (APPROVED) 26-0403 approve Pass ▶ jump to 172:27
  55. 50 Health and Human Services
  56. 51 Request approval of the 2026 Summer Youth Job Training Program (SYJTP) Evaluation Committee’s recommendations in the amount of $250,000.00 to the non-profits identified in Attachment “A”. General funding in the amount of $250,000.00 for Summer Youth Job Training Program was approved by the Fulton County Board of Commissioners at the May 20, 2026, Second Regular Meeting (Agenda Item# 26-0255). The contract period runs from June 1, 2026 - August 31, 2026. (APPROVED) 26-0404 approve Pass ▶ jump to 216:30
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  58. 53 Request approval to enter a contract with the Georgia Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Disabilities for the acceptance of $9,481,532.00 in grant funding for the planning and design of the Behavioral Health Crisis Center in North Fulton for a contract term July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027. To protect the interests of the County, the County Attorney is authorized to approve the final terms of the contract as to legal form and make modifications to the contract, including correcting scrivener’s errors, before execution. (APPROVED) 26-0405 approve Pass ▶ jump to 217:03
  59. 53 Request approval of the FY2026 Contracts for Services Program funding recommendations totaling $2,857,643. Funds have been identified and are available in the Department of Arts & Culture’s FY 2026 budget. (APPROVED) 26-0403 decorum violation ▶ jump to 172:27
  60. 54 Request approval to increase spending authority - Public Works Department, 24ITBC1298468A-KM, Fire Hydrants and Parts in an amount not to exceed $238,570.00 with Core and Main, LP (Athens, GA), to provide fire hydrants and parts. Effective upon BOC approval. (APPROVED) 26-0406 approve Pass ▶ jump to 236:06
  61. 55 Request approval to utilize cooperative purchasing - Department of Public Works, NC Sheriff’s Association Contract 26-10-0422, Forestry Compact Track Loader & Mulching Head in the amount of $172,970.77, National Equipment Dealers LLC (Lexington, NC), used for land clearing operations such as the removal and shredding of small trees, brush and stumps, turning the debris into mulch. This is a one-time procurement. (APPROVED) 26-0407 approve Pass ▶ jump to 236:32
  62. 56 Request approval to utilize cooperative purchasing - Department of Public Works, Sourcewell-GapVax Contract 101221-GPV, Sewer Vacuum, Hydro-Excavation, and Municipal Pumping Equipment with Related Accessories and Supplies in an amount not to exceed $664,879.85 with Aquip, LLC (Rock Hill, SC), an authorized dealer for GapVax products, for the purchase of one (1) MC1312-3S3X, Combination Jet/Vac Truck to provide cleaning and maintenance of sewer lines, storm drains, and pipelines. Effective upon BOC approval. 26-0408 approve Pass ▶ jump to 237:06
  63. 57 Request approval of an Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) between Fulton County and the City of Milton, GA for water main relocations associated with the road improvements to Cox Road at the King Road Intersection in the City of Milton, GA, in an estimated amount of $231,606.00. (APPROVED) 26-0409 approve Pass ▶ jump to 237:38
  64. 58 Request approval to close-out contract - Public Works Department, 18RFP1032018K-DJ, Membrane System for Big Creek Water Reclamation Facility Expansion in an amount not to exceed $48,166.03 with Kubota Membrane, USA (Grapevine, TX) to cover interest accrued while the project retainage was being held. This is a project closeout change order. Effective upon BOC approval. (APPROVED) 26-0410 approve Pass ▶ jump to 238:05
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  67. 60 Request approval of a Contract Item Agreement (CIA) between Fulton County and the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) to resurface Roswell Road (State Route 9) from Meadowbrook Drive to Abernathy Road in Fulton County, Project ID M006773. The project includes the adjustment of 58 sanitary sewer manholes and associated appurtenances within Fulton County. The estimated cost of the project is $174,000.00. (APPROVED) 26-0411 approve Pass ▶ jump to 238:36
  68. 61 Infrastructure and Economic Development
  69. 62 Request approval of an Intergovernmental Agreement between the City of Alpharetta, Georgia, and Fulton County, Georgia, to clarify the roles and responsibilities for maintenance of the roadways and water infrastructure within The Continuum development. (APPROVED) 26-0412 approve Pass ▶ jump to 239:07
  70. 63 COMMISSIONERS' ACTION ITEMS
  71. 64 Request approval of a Resolution to support affordable housing in downtown Atlanta by approving a grant from funds previously set aside to aid in the construction of a 149-unit affordable multifamily development, and for other purposes. (Barrett/Abdur-Rahman) (APPROVED) 26-0413 approve Pass ▶ jump to 243:05
  72. 65 Request approval of a Resolution to approve a grant from funds previously set aside to create economic opportunity and support local small businesses; to aid in the restoration and preservation of historic downtown Atlanta storefronts; and for other purposes. (Barrett/Abdur-Rahman) (APPROVED) 26-0414 approve Pass ▶ jump to 245:10
  73. 66 Request approval of a Resolution to approve a grant from funds previously set aside to support the creation of 194 new high-quality jobs and to provide opportunities for area students and graduates to enter high-growth careers; to catalyze a $32.9 million investment by Mercedes-Benz and further private investment in Fulton County; and for other purposes. (Barrett/Abdur-Rahman) (APPROVED) 26-0415 approve Pass ▶ jump to 246:55
  74. 67 Request approval of a Resolution to increase economic opportunity on the Westside; to support the creation of affordable commercial space for local small businesses by approving the release of funds previously set aside; to assist in neighborhood stabilization; to catalyze private investment; and for other purposes. (Barrett) (HELD ON 7/15/26) (REMOVED) 26-0416 approve ▶ jump to 248:26
  75. 68 Request approval of a Resolution establishing a policy of the Fulton County Board of Commissioners regarding participation in Tax Allocation Districts; declaring the Board’s opposition to the proposed extension of existing City of Atlanta Tax Allocation Districts: and for other purposes. (Ellis/Abdur-Rahman) (APPROVED) 26-0417 approve Pass ▶ jump to 249:51
  76. 69 Commissioners' Full Board Appointments
  77. 70 BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE FULTON COUNTY EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM (APPROVED) Trustee position #1 is the Chairman or designee. Trustee positions #2 and #3, members of the Fulton County Commission, shall be designated or elected at a regular January meeting for one (1) year or until their successors have been appointed and qualified. Trustee Positions #4 and #5 are members of the Board of Trustees by virtue of their County position; hence their terms expire when their positions with the County terminate. Trustee Positions #6, #7, #8, #9, #10, #11, and #12 are held for four (4) years, after serving the initial staggered terms prescribed in the enabling Resolution. Term = 1 Year / 4 years Terms below expired: 12/31/2025 Commissioner Dana Barrett (Trustee Position #1 BOC Chair/Designee) Vice Chair Khadijah Abdur-Rahman (Trustee Position #2 BOC Commissioner) Commissioner Bob Ellis (Trustee Position #3 BOC Commissioner) Vice Chair Abdur-Rahman nominated Commissioner Ellis for a Full Board reappointment to a term ending December 31, 2026. 26-0418 approve Pass ▶ jump to 292:51
  78. 71 BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE FULTON COUNTY EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM (APPROVED) Terms below expired: 12/31/2025 Commissioner Dana Barrett (Trustee Position #1 BOC Chair/Designee) Vice Chair Khadijah Abdur-Rahman (Trustee Position #2 BOC Commissioner) Commissioner Bob Ellis (Trustee Position #3 BOC Commissioner) Commissioner Ellis nominated Vice Chair Abdur-Rahman for a Full Board reappointment to a term ending December 31, 2026. 26-0419 approve Pass ▶ jump to 293:14
  79. 72 BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE FULTON COUNTY EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM (APPROVED) Terms below expired: 12/31/2025 Commissioner Dana Barrett (Trustee Position #1 BOC Chair/Designee) Vice Chair Khadijah Abdur-Rahman (Trustee Position #2 BOC Commissioner) Commissioner Bob Ellis (Trustee Position #3 BOC Commissioner) Chairman Pitts nominated Commissioner Barrett for a Full Board reappointment to a term ending December 31, 2026. 26-0420 approve Pass ▶ jump to 293:39
  80. 72 Request approval of a Resolution to increase economic opportunity on the Westside; to support the creation of affordable commercial space for local small businesses by approving the release of funds previously set aside; to assist in neighborhood stabilization; to catalyze private investment; and for other purposes. (Barrett) (HELD ON 7/15/26) (REMOVED) 26-0416 hold Pass ▶ jump to 249:09
  81. 73 ADMINISTRATIVE COMMITTEE OF THE FULTON COUNTY DEFINED CONTRIBUTION PLAN (APPROVED) Members of the Administrative Committee shall hold office for a term of four (4) years or until their successors have been duly qualified and appointed. Positions 2 & 3 shall be appointed by the BOC at its regular January meeting or as soon as practical. Such members shall hold office for a term of one year. Term = 4 Years Term = 1 Year (Positions 2 & 3) Term below expired: 12/31/2025 Commissioner Bridget Thorne (BOC/Position 2) Chairman Pitts nominated Commissioner Thorne for a Full Board reappointment to a term ending December 31, 2026. 26-0421 approve Pass ▶ jump to 294:11
  82. 74 AIRPORT WEST COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT (CID) (APPROVED) The appointed board members shall serve at the pleasure of the governing body. The initial elected board members shall serve for terms of office as follows: two shall serve for two years, and the remaining board members shall serve for four years. Thereafter, all terms of office of elected board members shall be for four years. Term = 4 years Term below expires: 7/31/2026 Erin H. Harris (Arrington) (Resigned) Chairman Pitts nominated Tyreik Ransome to replace Erin Harris for a Full Board appointment to a term ending July 31, 2030. 26-0422 approve Pass ▶ jump to 294:37
  83. 74 Request approval of a Resolution establishing a policy of the Fulton County Board of Commissioners regarding participation in Tax Allocation Districts; declaring the Board’s opposition to the proposed extension of existing City of Atlanta Tax Allocation Districts: and for other purposes. (Ellis/Abdur-Rahman) (APPROVED) 26-0417 hold Fail ▶ jump to 280:04
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  85. 76 ATLANTA BELTLINE, INC. BOARD OF DIRECTORS (APPROVED) The following persons shall serve on the Board of Directors of the corporation: (a) the Mayor of the City of Atlanta (as a representative of ADA); (b) the Chair of the Community Development and Human Resources Committee of the Atlanta City Council (or its successor) (as a representative of ADA); (c) the President of ADA or a person with general business or legal experience (as a representative of ADA); (d) one (1) person with general business experience appointed by a majority of the members of the Board of Directors of ADA (as a representative of ADA); (e) one (1) community representative to be selected in a manner to be determined by the City Council of the City (which appointee shall in all cases be ratified by the Board of Directors of ADA); (f) two (2) members appointed by a majority of the members of the Board of Directors of Beltline Partnership, Inc.; (g) one (1) representative appointed by the Atlanta Board of Education; and (h) one (1) representative appointed by the Fulton County Board of Commissioners. Each director shall take office as of the effective date of his or her appointment and shall continue in office until his or her successor has been duly appointed or elected and has qualified or until his or her earlier death, resignation, retirement, disqualification, or removal, or, in the case of any elected official or positional appointee, until such person no longer holds the elected office or position entitling such person to membership on the corporation's Board of Directors. Term = 4 years Term below expires: 7/12/2026 Vice Chair Khadijah Abdur-Rahman (Arrington) Chairman Pitts nominated Vice Chair Abdur-Rahman for Full Board reappointment to a term ending July 12, 2030. 26-0423 approve Pass ▶ jump to 295:16
  86. 77 COMMISSIONERS' PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION ITEMS
  87. 78 Discussion: Update - Implementation of five-point plan (Pitts) (DISCUSSED) DISCUSSED DURING ITEM #26-0394 26-0424 ▶ jump to 295:42
  88. 79 Discussion: Utilization of funds committed for improving Jail Detention staffing. Detention staffing hiring progress (Ellis) (DISCUSSED) DISCUSSED DURING ITEM #26-0394 26-0425
  89. 80 EXECUTIVE SESSION
  90. 81 Executive (CLOSED) Sessions regarding litigation (County Attorney), real estate (County Manager), and personnel (Pitts). (APPROVED) PRESENT IN THE EXECUTIVE SESSION REGARDING LITIGATION, REAL ESTATE, CYBERSECURITY AND PERSONNEL: Chairman Pitts, Vice Chair Abdur-Rahman, Commissioners: Thorne, Ellis, Barrett, and Arrington; County Manager Dick Anderson; County Attorney Y. Soo Jo; Deputy County Attorney Shalanda Miller; Chief Financial Officer Sharon Whitmore; Assistant Chief Strategy Officer Steve Nawrocki; and Clerk to the Commission Tonya R. Grier. 26-0426 enter into executive session Pass ▶ jump to 199:44
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  94. 91 Executive (CLOSED) Sessions regarding litigation (County Attorney), real estate (County Manager), and personnel (Pitts). (APPROVED) PRESENT IN THE EXECUTIVE SESSION REGARDING LITIGATION, REAL ESTATE, CYBERSECURITY AND PERSONNEL: Chairman Pitts, Vice Chair Abdur-Rahman, Commissioners: Thorne, Ellis, Barrett, and Arrington; County Manager Dick Anderson; County Attorney Y. Soo Jo; Deputy County Attorney Shalanda Miller; Chief Financial Officer Sharon Whitmore; Assistant Chief Strategy Officer Steve Nawrocki; and Clerk to the Commission Tonya R. Grier. 26-0426 approve Pass ▶ jump to 212:49
  95. 92 Executive (CLOSED) Sessions regarding litigation (County Attorney), real estate (County Manager), and personnel (Pitts). (APPROVED) PRESENT IN THE EXECUTIVE SESSION REGARDING LITIGATION, REAL ESTATE, CYBERSECURITY AND PERSONNEL: Chairman Pitts, Vice Chair Abdur-Rahman, Commissioners: Thorne, Ellis, Barrett, and Arrington; County Manager Dick Anderson; County Attorney Y. Soo Jo; Deputy County Attorney Shalanda Miller; Chief Financial Officer Sharon Whitmore; Assistant Chief Strategy Officer Steve Nawrocki; and Clerk to the Commission Tonya R. Grier. 26-0426 approve Pass ▶ jump to 213:18
  96. 93 Executive (CLOSED) Sessions regarding litigation (County Attorney), real estate (County Manager), and personnel (Pitts). (APPROVED) PRESENT IN THE EXECUTIVE SESSION REGARDING LITIGATION, REAL ESTATE, CYBERSECURITY AND PERSONNEL: Chairman Pitts, Vice Chair Abdur-Rahman, Commissioners: Thorne, Ellis, Barrett, and Arrington; County Manager Dick Anderson; County Attorney Y. Soo Jo; Deputy County Attorney Shalanda Miller; Chief Financial Officer Sharon Whitmore; Assistant Chief Strategy Officer Steve Nawrocki; and Clerk to the Commission Tonya R. Grier. 26-0426 approve Pass ▶ jump to 213:48
  97. 94 Executive (CLOSED) Sessions regarding litigation (County Attorney), real estate (County Manager), and personnel (Pitts). (APPROVED) PRESENT IN THE EXECUTIVE SESSION REGARDING LITIGATION, REAL ESTATE, CYBERSECURITY AND PERSONNEL: Chairman Pitts, Vice Chair Abdur-Rahman, Commissioners: Thorne, Ellis, Barrett, and Arrington; County Manager Dick Anderson; County Attorney Y. Soo Jo; Deputy County Attorney Shalanda Miller; Chief Financial Officer Sharon Whitmore; Assistant Chief Strategy Officer Steve Nawrocki; and Clerk to the Commission Tonya R. Grier. 26-0426 approve Pass ▶ jump to 214:18
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  99. 96 Executive (CLOSED) Sessions regarding litigation (County Attorney), real estate (County Manager), and personnel (Pitts). (APPROVED) PRESENT IN THE EXECUTIVE SESSION REGARDING LITIGATION, REAL ESTATE, CYBERSECURITY AND PERSONNEL: Chairman Pitts, Vice Chair Abdur-Rahman, Commissioners: Thorne, Ellis, Barrett, and Arrington; County Manager Dick Anderson; County Attorney Y. Soo Jo; Deputy County Attorney Shalanda Miller; Chief Financial Officer Sharon Whitmore; Assistant Chief Strategy Officer Steve Nawrocki; and Clerk to the Commission Tonya R. Grier. 26-0426 approve Pass ▶ jump to 214:42
  100. 97 Executive (CLOSED) Sessions regarding litigation (County Attorney), real estate (County Manager), and personnel (Pitts). (APPROVED) PRESENT IN THE EXECUTIVE SESSION REGARDING LITIGATION, REAL ESTATE, CYBERSECURITY AND PERSONNEL: Chairman Pitts, Vice Chair Abdur-Rahman, Commissioners: Thorne, Ellis, Barrett, and Arrington; County Manager Dick Anderson; County Attorney Y. Soo Jo; Deputy County Attorney Shalanda Miller; Chief Financial Officer Sharon Whitmore; Assistant Chief Strategy Officer Steve Nawrocki; and Clerk to the Commission Tonya R. Grier. 26-0426 approve Pass ▶ jump to 215:09
  101. 98 Executive (CLOSED) Sessions regarding litigation (County Attorney), real estate (County Manager), and personnel (Pitts). (APPROVED) PRESENT IN THE EXECUTIVE SESSION REGARDING LITIGATION, REAL ESTATE, CYBERSECURITY AND PERSONNEL: Chairman Pitts, Vice Chair Abdur-Rahman, Commissioners: Thorne, Ellis, Barrett, and Arrington; County Manager Dick Anderson; County Attorney Y. Soo Jo; Deputy County Attorney Shalanda Miller; Chief Financial Officer Sharon Whitmore; Assistant Chief Strategy Officer Steve Nawrocki; and Clerk to the Commission Tonya R. Grier. 26-0426 approve Pass ▶ jump to 215:34
  102. 99 Executive (CLOSED) Sessions regarding litigation (County Attorney), real estate (County Manager), and personnel (Pitts). (APPROVED) PRESENT IN THE EXECUTIVE SESSION REGARDING LITIGATION, REAL ESTATE, CYBERSECURITY AND PERSONNEL: Chairman Pitts, Vice Chair Abdur-Rahman, Commissioners: Thorne, Ellis, Barrett, and Arrington; County Manager Dick Anderson; County Attorney Y. Soo Jo; Deputy County Attorney Shalanda Miller; Chief Financial Officer Sharon Whitmore; Assistant Chief Strategy Officer Steve Nawrocki; and Clerk to the Commission Tonya R. Grier. 26-0426 approve Pass ▶ jump to 215:58
  103. 100 ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 4:01 p.m.