Milton’s City Council will recognize several outstanding members of its team – specifically 911 dispatchers, Community Development staff, and “emerging leaders” from across government – when it next convenes on Monday evening.

The corresponding proclamations are among many items on the agenda for the April 14 meeting, which begins at 6 p.m. in City Hall’s Council Chambers. People can attend in-person or watch online at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ru-2FnajVyg.

As is customary, the agenda for this Regular Meeting is split into distinct sections that each have their own ground rules. They are:

• The CONSENT AGENDA, for routine items that are considered collectively (so a single yes-no vote that covers all items)
• REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS, where you will find proclamations and presentations that may involve Council discussion but no official votes
• UNFINISHED BUSINESS, the home for certain types of items that were on past agendas under First Presentation that can now be subject to conclusive votes
• NEW BUSINESS, the home for items appearing on an agenda for the first time that can be discussed and decisively voted on.

Below are summaries of every item on Monday’s agenda. 

• Approval of the March 17, 2025, Regular City Council Meeting Minutes.

  This is to approve the “minutes,” or official written record, from when the City Council last convened on March 17. At this Regular Meeting, the Council approved a resolution offering support for installing a permanent historical marker honoring John Milton – a Revolutionary War patriot, one of Georgia’s earliest leaders, and our City’s namesake – by City Hall. Another unanimous vote approved an agreement for the Milton Fire-Rescue Department to become a licensed training provider for Red Cross classes. For a full recap of this meeting, go to https://www.miltonga.gov/Home/Components/News/News/2880/1351/. 

• Approval of an Intergovernmental Agreement between the City of Milton and Fulton County for Water Line Relocation on the Birmingham Middle Bridge Project.

  
  The City is working to replace the middle of three bridges along Birmingham Road – specifically one spanning a Chicken Creek territory just west of Henderson Road and flanking the Hampton Manor subdivision. This Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA), if approved, would allow for water lines to be relocated as part of this project. For more information on this TSPLOST-funded project, go to https://cleargov.com/georgia/fulton/city/milton/projects/1217/birmingham-road-middle-bridge-tsplost.

• Approval of an Intergovernmental Agreement between the City of Milton and Fulton County for Water Line Relocation on the Big Creek Greenway Connection Project (PI 0015078).
  This item is another Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) with Fulton County related to the potential relocation of water lines for a Milton Public Works project. In this case, it’s for the Big Creek Greenway Connection Project featuring multi-use paths as part of a trail network so that people can safely walk or bike from the Cambridge High School area to the Big Creek Greenway.  (For more about this project, visit: https://cleargov.com/georgia/fulton/city/milton/projects/1195/big-creek-greenway-trail-connection.)

• Approval of Change Order #1 to the Construction Services Agreement with J.G. Leone Enterprises, LLC for the Freemanville Road at Birmingham Road Roundabout.
  In November 2022, the Council approved a construction services agreement with J.G. Leone Enterprises to create a roundabout and related improvements to the intersection of Freemanville and Birmingham roads (near a City-owned greenspace). This project is substantially complete. This change order would increase the original contract by $300,348.58 to cover additional work, including pipe relocations and extra milling and asphalt, and allows the project to be formally closed out.

• Approval of an Agreement by and between the City of Milton and Relation Insurance, Inc. dba Relation Insurance Services of Georgia to Provide Mutual Compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act Requirements

  The City contracts with Relation Insurance Services of Georgia to manage human resources benefits, including health, dental, vision, and other employee coverage.

  The proposed agreement, reviewed and approved by Milton’s legal counsel, ensures compliance with legal and privacy standards—particularly those related to HIPAA and employee healthcare information. Staff recommends approval. 

• Approval of an Agreement between the City of Milton and Carahsoft Technology Corporation for Verinext’s Disaster Recovery as a Software(DRaaS) Solution and Services.

  To strengthen the City’s backup and disaster recovery capabilities, the IT department recommends procuring Verinext’s Disaster Recovery as a Service (DRaaS) through Carahsoft Technology Corporation. This service will provide enhanced protection and faster recovery for critical systems and data.  

• Approval of a Professional Services Agreement with Moffatt & Nichol, Inc. for Mayfield District Infrastructure Design Services.

  This relates to a potential contract to Moffatt & Nichol to complete 30% conceptual design plans for public infrastructure supporting the District at Mayfield plan. This work includes data collection, public outreach (including two public meetings), a feasibility study, and a final report outlining design concepts, projected City costs, and development benefits.

  The results may help guide a proposed development agreement with the area’s major property owner. Additional phases—such as engineering and construction—may follow in the future.

  The work is expected to take approximately six months, with -- if all stays on schedule -- final deliverables presented to City Council in fall 2025. 

• Approval of a Master Services Agreement and Addendum No. 1 with First Arriving LLC for Digital Dashboard Software. 

  The City plans to implement First Arriving, a digital dashboard for each fire station, designed to provide real-time, critical information to crew members. The system will deliver fleet status updates, hydrant availability, traffic alerts, staffing details, scheduled events, and weather warnings, all accessible from any location.

  Additionally, it will provide real-time incident alerts with mapping, incident times, and countdown clocks. The dashboard will also track key performance metrics, such as call processing and response times, helping the department meet accreditation goals.

• Approval of Subdivision Plats and Revisions.
  

  In accordance with Milton’s Subdivision Regulations, the Mayor and City Council are required to approve all Final Plats, Final Plat Re-recording, Revisions, and Minor Plats once reviewed and certified by the Community Development Director.

  This Minor Plat for 3236 Balley Forrest Drive, located in The Manor Golf Course & Country Club Subdivision, involves 3.49 acres and the combination of lots 167 and 169 in Phase 2-East of The Manor.

   

  REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS

• Proclamation Recognizing Autism Acceptance Month and Celebrating Those With Autism Who Enrich Our Community.

  About 1 in 36 children from all types of backgrounds and places are diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder – a condition characterized by persistent differences in communications and social interactions. Notably, these differences do not prevent those with autism from being valuable, dynamic, beloved members of society.This proclamation, specifically, recognizes April as Autism Acceptance Month. With it, Milton demonstrates its backing for boosting awareness, enhancing understanding, and supporting inclusion of those with autism.
   
• Proclamation Recognizing April 22 as Earth Day While Celebrating Efforts to Preserve Our Natural Environment.
  Occurring April 22, Earth Day is an annual opportunity to celebrate our planet and promote measures to protect it for the greater good. Safeguarding the natural environment holds special relevance in Milton given its picturesque natural spaces, thriving flora and fauna, and miles of nature trails.Residents young and not-so-young partner with the City year-round to protect the Earth, including by helping ensure the safety, cleanliness, and quality of Milton’s parks and greenspaces. Some of these contributors and nature-lovers are expected to be at Monday’s meeting to officially accept this proclamation.
  
  
• Proclamation Honoring the Engaged Graduates of the City’s 2025 Citizens Government Academy Class.
  The Citizens Government Academy (CGA) was created by the City in 2018 to harness residents’ impressive energy, curiosity, and commitment to making Milton even better. Those who participate in this 8-week program learn how our government works through on-site visits and face-to-face interactions with men and women who make sure it works well. On Monday, the Council will honor the graduates of the 2025 CGA class – a group that represents a cross-section of Milton who share a passion for their city, an earnest desire to understand its government, and a determination to be well-informed and involved. Over the course of the 8-week program, this group stood out for their enthusiasm, thoughtfulness, and dedication.
   
• Proclamation Recognizing Community Development Week and Outstanding Team Members Who Positively Impact Milton.
  National Community Development Week will run from April 21 to 25 to bring attention to vital programs, valuable services, and exemplary people who make a positive impact in their governments and cities. This proclamation recognizes Milton’s own exceptional Community Development team including planners, inspectors, building officials, code enforcement officers, and others who routinely go the extra mile for those they serve and each other.
   
• Proclamation National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week and the Dedicated 911 Dispatchers Who Serve Milton.
  During the second week of April, National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week honors a pivotal group of public servants who exhibit impressive calm, competence, and expertise during stressful active emergencies such as car crashes, house fires, and criminal activity. Often the first to talk to people in crisis, the best 911 dispatchers display empathy, knowledge, and efficiency in collecting vital information and sharing it promptly with First Responders. Milton is proud to have outstanding 911 dispatchers who demonstrate such qualities calls 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 52 weeks a year. This proclamation will celebrate them and their dedicated, important service to our community.
  
  
• Proclamation Honoring Graduates of the City of Milton's 2025 Emerging Leaders Class and Presentation of Capstone Project.
  The City of Milton established its Emerging Leaders program to further its commitment to develop leaders of all types, at all levels, and across all parts of government. Every year, promising team members gain valuable perspective and forge meaningful relationships while learning about leadership styles, City government, and an array of topics (such as communications, handling conflict, and emotional intelligence) that should serve them well on the job and in life. On Monday, the Council will recognize the 3rd cohort of Emerging Leaders – 11 aspiring and inspiring individuals who hail from seven City departments – with a proclamation. Members of this group also will give a presentation and seek the Council’s feedback on a capstone project they believe could benefit our community.
  
  

  UNFINISHED BUSINESS

• Consideration of a Text Amendment to the City Code of Milton Chapter 25, Impact Fees, Sec. 25-5(b), Timing of Assessment and Payment.
  The City of Milton, like other local governments, collects impact fees from those creating new developments to help pay for upgrades to roads, bridges, parks, and City buildings. This process is regulated within the state of Georgia, including annual reviews by the Atlanta Regional Commission and the State’s Department of Community Affairs. Collected fees can be used for projects on an official list of planned improvements. This text amendment, if approved, would clarify that the City collects impact fees when a building permit is issued. Currently, the applicant can pay the impact fee when their building permit is issued or when their Certificate of Occupancy is issued.
   
• Consideration of an Ordinance to Amend Appendix A, Parks and Recreation Fees and Other Charges, Chapter 34, Section 24 of the Milton City Code to Set Fees for Late Pickup Fees and After Care at Recreation Programming.
  This proposed ordinance amendment was also on the March 17 Council agenda under First Presentation, meaning there can be a decisive vote Monday. If approved, it would allow the Milton Parks and Recreation Department to assess certain types of charges for in-house recreational programs like Camp Joyful Soles, Camp Compass, and the Junior Ranger Academy. Specifically, parents could be asked to pay extra for late pick-ups and register for after-care services that effectively extend program hours. The aim is to provide more flexibility to working and/or busy families by offering extended time to pick-up their children, maximize the efficiency of programs, and ensure appropriate staffing levels.
  
  

  NEW BUSINESS

• Consideration of a Health Services Contract between the City of Milton and RightSite Health Physicians, LLC for Telehealth Service to Non-Emergency Patients.
  RightSite is a telehealth program that connects patients to an ER doctor and patient navigator after an in-home visit by Fire Department crews or a referral from dispatch, provided the patient meets certain criteria. The program is free for the City, with patients' insurance billed directly by RightSite if they choose to use the service. This helps patients avoid the additional costs of ambulance transport and an ER visit when their condition does not require it. 
   
• Consideration of a Resolution to Condemn Property Rights Needed for Bethany Road at Providence Road Roundabout Project (Project No. PW-12), Parcel 08; 2,544.82 Square Feet (0.058 Acres) of Permanent Easement for Construction and Maintenance of Utilities and Slopes and Site Improvements.
  The City is responsible for acquiring the right-of-way for the Bethany Road at Providence Road Roundabout project. A fair offer has been made to acquire the necessary permanent easement for construction on Parcel 08, but due to title issues, the City will not be able to complete the acquisition. The City Attorney has recommended using eminent domain to resolve the title issues. Staff is requesting approval to initiate condemnation proceedings on Parcel 08 to move forward with the project.
   
• Consideration of a Resolution to Condemn Property Rights Needed for Big Creek Greenway Connector Project (Project No. 0015078), Parcel 06; 5,701.11 Square Feet of Temporary Easement for Construction of Slopes; One (1) Temporary Driveway Easement; and Site Improvements. Owner: First Town, L.P.
  The City is responsible for acquiring right-of-way for the Big Creek Greenway Connector project. A fair offer based on an appraisal was made for a temporary easement on Parcel 06, but the property owner did not return a signed counteroffer. To keep the project moving forward, staff recommend initiating condemnation proceedings. The appraised value of the needed rights is $35,500. This project requires impacts to the parcel, and further design changes would delay construction and raise costs.
   
•  Consideration of a Resolution to Condemn Property Rights Needed for Birmingham Road Middle Bridge Project (Project No. 0016581), Parcel 13; 0.078 Acres of Fee Simple Right of Way; 1,274.842 Sq Ft of Permanent Easement for Construction and Maintenance of Drainage, Utilities, and Slopes; 615.901 Sq Ft of Temporary Construction Easement; and One (1) Driveway Easement.
  The City is responsible for acquiring the right-of-way for the Birmingham Road Middle Bridge project. Despite making a fair offer based on an appraisal for the necessary easements on Parcel 13, the City was unable to reach an agreement with the property owner. To proceed with the project, staff recommends initiating condemnation proceedings on Parcel 13. The appraised value of the required rights is $26,100. The project requires impact to this parcel, and any further design changes would cause delays and increase costs.