Mayor and Council Meeting - A. MAX BACON CITY HALL - COUNCIL CHAMBERS - 03/17/2025

The City of Smyrna, Georgia held a Mayor and Council meeting on March 17, 2025, which included several procurement and budget-related discussions. Key procurement actions included approval of a $1,218,395 contract with Croy Engineering for civil engineering services related to the design and redevelopment of the Talson Park Aquatic Center. The project encompasses design, permitting, lighting, architecture, and pool design phases. Additionally, the council authorized an amendment to the fiscal year 2025 budget to increase funding for heritage celebrations and approved an amendment to the ARPA project budget to allow removal of additional trees identified during preconstruction. The meeting also featured zoning approvals for rezoning properties to mixed-use and light industrial conditional districts, supporting local business expansion and community arts initiatives. A reclassification and departmental transfer of a Public Safety Systems Administrator position to the IT department was approved to enhance citywide software system support. The consent agenda included approval for event coordination and street closures to support community events. Council members also reported on recent federal meetings to secure funding for infrastructure projects, including $26 million secured for South Cobb Drive improvements.