The Baldwin City Council is set to convene on Monday evening, December 11, at 6:30 p.m. in the Municipal Courtroom at 155 Willingham Avenue. The upcoming meeting will address crucial matters concerning zoning requests, policy updates, and community initiatives.
Zoning requests and public hearing
The meeting will revisit a zoning request from Precision Digital, a crypto-mining business. At the previous meeting on November 27, the ordinance and special use permit failed to secure the required three affirmative votes for approval. Despite support from Council members Alice Venter and Erik Keith, Council member Theron Ayers dissented, leading to a tabled discussion. With Council member Maarten Venter absent, the fate of Precision Digital remains uncertain. Mayor Stephanie Almagno can only vote in the event of a tie among the council.
Bellamy Auto Repair: A Request for Expansion
The second zoning request comes from Bellamy Auto Repair, seeking a variance for an expansion of its property at 151 Homer Drive. Owner Jacob Bellamy aims to enhance his business to provide more comprehensive auto repair services to the community. The council will conduct a public hearing for Bellamy’s variance request and subsequently consider the second reading of the ordinance.
Other business
Cemetery Policies and Procedures
The city council will deliberate on updated cemetery policies and procedures. Notably, changes involve the return of unused cemetery plots. Individuals on payment plans who wish to discontinue or return their plots can do so through The Cemetery Plot Revocation, with a refund of payments offered.
Mayor’s Reading Club Proclamation
The council will consider the Mayor’s Reading Club proclamation, an initiative by Georgia City Solutions. This non-profit organization, managed by the Georgia Municipal Association, aims to improve literacy skills among children and youth in Georgia cities. The program involves a commissioned children’s book series available in public libraries statewide. The Mayor’s Reading Club allows flexibility in administration, offering virtual, in-person, recorded readings, or on-demand options based on the mayor’s preference.
Updated Wrecker Ordinance
The second reading of the updated wrecker ordinance will also be on the agenda, addressing regulations and policies related to wrecker services in the city.
Residents are encouraged to attend the meeting to stay informed and engage in discussions shaping the future of Baldwin. The council’s decisions will impact various facets of the community, from business expansions to literacy initiatives and policy updates.
