Newnan City Council Meeting - March 24, 2026

The City of Newnan, GA City Council held a meeting on March 24, 2026, addressing several procurement and development-related matters. Key procurement discussions included a proposed amendment to the city's procurement policy to streamline the bid opening process by allowing staff to open bids instead of requiring two council members, with a recommendation to review and possibly increase the current $50,000 threshold for formal bidding. The council also considered a project framework agreement with the Georgia Department of Transportation for pedestrian facility enhancements along Newnan Crossing Boulevard, involving a federal grant of $785,064 and a city contribution of $196,266 for preliminary engineering. Additionally, the council approved a rezoning request for a 150-unit multi-family rental community on Celebrate Life Parkway, with conditions limiting development to the submitted plans. The council denied a request to close West Washington Street for multiple events due to public safety and traffic concerns. A demolition request for a historic but dilapidated property at 51 Jackson Street was approved, with discussion emphasizing public safety and the challenges of preserving the structure. The council also approved the withdrawal of a rezoning application with a waiver of the 12-month resubmittal limitation. These actions reflect ongoing efforts to balance development, historic preservation, public safety, and procurement efficiency in Newnan.