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Amelia Belfort, chair of CareLinks board, said the organization is volunteer-led, currently operates two clinic days a week and plans to add a third; it serves adults without insurance (ages 18 to 65) and provides noninvasive, primary-care services and referrals but does not dispense medications on-site. Belfort said pop-up clinics help reach residents who cannot travel to CareLinks Dallas location and that the organization expects small appointment cohorts (about 10–20 people per event) with set appointment windows plus capacity to triage limited walk-ins in emergencies.

Council members asked about scheduling, fees and promotion. City staff reminded council of an established facility rental policy with a nominal fee (the transcript identified a $10 per hour minimal fee in discussion) and said the policy means council cannot unilaterally waive the fee without creating an inconsistent precedent for other nonprofits. Staff said the organization could apply and provide required insurance and documentation and that the event could be scheduled in the citys calendar for a future quarter, allowing time to iron out details.

CareLink said it would provide insurance and HIPAA-compliant documentation; staff and council discussed available time windows (weekdays preferred for clinics) and suggested the group aim for a trial monthly schedule subject to staffing and demand. Council members expressed support for the service but indicated the fee policy and consistent application of rental rules must be respected.

No council vote or fee waiver was recorded; staff said details (application, insurance, schedule) would be completed after council direction.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Work Session Meeting February 25 2025","oneSentenceSummary","CareLink, a volunteer-run primary-care nonprofit serving uninsured adults, asked to use the city's events facility for periodic pop-up clinics and requested help promoting appointments; council discussion focused on scheduling, the city's nominal rental fee policy and insurance and HIPAA requirements.","taxTitle","Hiram City , Paulding County, Georgia","taxId",73712,"location","headline","shortSummary",{"_33":75,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":76,"_41":77,"_43":78,"_45":79,"_47":80,"_49":81,"_51":82,"_53":83,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":84,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":85,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":56,"_73":56},6305205,"Hiram police propose municipal ordinance to address dumpster diving and unlawful dumpster use",375,3381000,3756000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2449689-51ac7c62d48c06ccc47ac8a8a1bba6cb&start=3381&end=3756","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2449689-51ac7c62d48c06ccc47ac8a8a1bba6cb/thumbnail_3381000.jpg","/articles/6305205/Hiram-City/Paulding-County/Georgia/Hiram-police-propose-municipal-ordinance-to-address-dumpster-diving-and-unlawful-dumpster-use","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6305205-d6483def56aaa2c286698603419ce0e2/orig.mp4?Expires=1771202795&Signature=MN9NBhsI3EFcRBg2a9uub8Kg9T6q9~~32bcIcRsey9YfZy4W2Sa6dzZUoLiarmwr-GcycyOD~LlYyu1f5lsoSlx9G2c4Ee66sE5qtb~315qqyaplrFrciI8D0xak7lj6XgZw9O9HmC0Z-F41tJI5nP9sJkJOKRwOgRyqdj3eqU4~aW94fcKNT0RZi76b1RUblqKagJhlybI9r3kRGWhvri-AE8VOjKBNLvYGAxZRCOukTZR8o70zuowWpUI-z2NAo0BClEmj8brof1h1RQOfbGq08Lqtx--UsAU16vggOiCdpq8tA~h33NE9-1SgWv6X8pvb~uD9UMHhIILx09EQpA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Police briefed the council on two draft ordinances intended to shift enforcement of dumpster-diving and unauthorized dumpster use from state-level processes to municipal court jurisdiction, and described impacts on public health, businesses and police operations.

The chief said Georgia law currently makes going into anothers dumpster a state-law offense and that enforcement now can require obtaining a warrant and taking an offender to a county jail. The department said that process is time-consuming for officers and costly for the citys operations because arrests require booking and incur jail fees; the chief said police prefer municipal citations and municipal-court adjudication for most cases.

The first draft is aimed at \"dumpster diving\"—removal of property from commercial dumpsters—and the second draft addresses unlawful use or dumping into a dumpster by third parties (for example, contractors leaving renovation material by a businesss dumpster). The chief said incidents recently cost a local business more than $1,000 for cleanup and can create health hazards when outdated food is removed and consumed or resold.

Under the proposed municipal approach, officers could issue citations and summons for municipal-court disposition; the chief said repeat offenders would remain subject to judicial discretion and potential fines up to $1,000 or other penalties per municipal code. Council members discussed whether first offenses should be warnings; the chief said that would be judicial discretion under city-court procedures.

The ordinance drafts had been reformatted by the city attorney and were placed on the consent agenda for consideration; the transcript shows staff recommended the items for consent, but the record in the work session did not include a standalone, roll-call vote on the ordinances.","The police chief presented two draft municipal ordinances to move enforcement of dumpster diving and unauthorized dumping from state court to city court and to provide municipal citation options rather than arrest and jail; council placed the items on consent for further action.",{"_33":87,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":88,"_41":89,"_43":90,"_45":91,"_47":92,"_49":93,"_51":94,"_53":95,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":96,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":97,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":56,"_73":56},6305210,"City outlines phased renovation plan for Homer Leggett Park, prioritizes restrooms and dog-park upgrades",893,2905000,3798000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2449689-51ac7c62d48c06ccc47ac8a8a1bba6cb&start=2905&end=3798","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2449689-51ac7c62d48c06ccc47ac8a8a1bba6cb/thumbnail_2905000.jpg","/articles/6305210/Hiram-City/Paulding-County/Georgia/City-outlines-phased-renovation-plan-for-Homer-Leggett-Park-prioritizes-restrooms-and-dog-park-upgrades","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6305210-7a29a6d04fa8c1b806182e36dae4d93e/orig.mp4?Expires=1771202795&Signature=OXl9wSffp0uiVSnt3LrFVF~-K8BKHMk2MguMNwKgQ-NZmsW0hVBzfK~nc2j67BPm4lDw-vbpby1ZSwhnDpnhcwP0TmgXvNegpkt3EzeZ0ZQSZ~eomdGBPtYJGyUDtkVXlnLSKcoeWJzUZRmEdDI1hv6seozYqbaWMy45Aedj80Tt7ZrEVCys7w5YV~etP0ZutSnqSIDSBcYpkPm~3s~jV5MuJ3pV9~cbZagl4E~1CGBGpBXQvVWyiGl3E7RsLmezxgmBRFmjzklxhsenAH97f17a3XQhh-QQBESv19N78lBYUjfRkqz7UMIC~QKRPjOaryeTMUm9DotypHXUcqM-bA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Parks staff presented a phased proposal to renovate Homer Leggett Park that would prioritize restroom upgrades, improved access and dog-park reconfiguration while preserving shaded areas and planning future fitness and amenity additions.

The presenter described a four-part approach—fix, build, preserve and connect—and recommended beginning with deferred maintenance and features that improve user comfort: renovated and secured restrooms, relocated small‑dog area behind the restrooms to a larger, drier field, consolidated entrances close to restrooms and concessions, and added seating and shade (shade sails and picnic benches). The presentation noted the parks proximity to the Silver Comet Trail and said upgraded restrooms would serve trail users as well.

Staff cited drainage problems at the current small-dog area and proposed French drains, a concrete or gravel entrance pad, new dog fountains and improved fencing (much of the existing fence could be reused). The presenter said removing broken playground equipment, standardizing benches and trash cans, and removing a few poor-condition pieces would be part of an aesthetic refresh.

Optional later phases included installing static outdoor fitness stations near shaded areas and surfacing under equipment (pour-in-place rubber or grass), upgraded play amenities, and branding/standardized signage across park assets so maintenance is more consistent systemwide. Staff estimated the top priorities (restroom renovation, relocation of small-dog area, shade and seating, site drainage) as the first phase and suggested total renovation costs could be under $200,000 depending on surfacing and equipment choices; staff warned some cost-line specifics (French drains) were still uncertain.

Council members asked for direction about phasing and funding and staff said they would return with a recommended priority list and that some maintenance items could be completed in-house while larger phases would be brought back for budget or SPLOST consideration.

No final vote or committed funding was recorded in the transcript; staff asked for council direction on prioritization so work could proceed on phase 1 restrooms and site prep.","Parks staff proposed a phased renovation for Homer Leggett Park focused first on renovating restrooms, relocating the small dog park, adding shade and seating, and later installing fitness equipment and upgraded dog amenities; staff estimated a multi‑phase cost below $200,000 for full renovation options.",{"_33":99,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":100,"_41":101,"_43":102,"_45":103,"_47":104,"_49":105,"_51":106,"_53":107,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":108,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":109,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":56,"_73":56},6305215,"Hiram council discusses proposed retirement plan change, debate over \"skin in the game\" clause",418,1727000,2145000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2449689-51ac7c62d48c06ccc47ac8a8a1bba6cb&start=1727&end=2145","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2449689-51ac7c62d48c06ccc47ac8a8a1bba6cb/thumbnail_1727000.jpg","/articles/6305215/Hiram-City/Paulding-County/Georgia/Hiram-council-discusses-proposed-retirement-plan-change-debate-over-skin-in-the-game-clause","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6305215-fa044b8a28aa275c9df2fbbd4ecd2153/orig.mp4?Expires=1771202795&Signature=GP1Dz7Wju9dnSTsMx8-ui7ppzDVVqTv0WxCqjbLhCeUrADZmEGBPS3xksIVzXRsQWjA8dLpSvisDoKFXlFhG7cfmK3GhnSplc6qA4YIjyBsHtwKWvyXrh~SgKpj6IWQ231ewkMLNGRwZPrZg1Or9EBb~gF9-lIbOE7UZHVYUZA8YwfW8809vGhLipKBPj3KRhU~hqL1SZAJOA~sgJJuEWzPBZj-i0VNn8M2ntG63jZewywjWXFscuhUveucMdFxuGc0tBSUXG4PsddvdRR4mi~inQzJyV4hPCtbS5aEtEeXVkXPUxzsQyA65NUnj68bcrLUmVxEWwfIvIBy7deZfUg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","City staff briefed council members on proposed changes to the municipal retirement plan and the mechanics for a referendum, and council members debated whether to include a minimum-service delay before employees could retire under a new multiplier.

Staff said the city and its consultant (GMA) have discussed options and that the council could be asked to vote the following week on referendum wording and an effective date. The packet and recorded conversations with GMA were distributed to council members, staff said.

The substantive policy choice discussed was whether to include a delay (a proposed two-year period) before an employee who enters the new retirement plan could retire under the higher multiplier. One council member said other jurisdictions require two years in the new system to ensure employees have contributed to the plan.

Staff noted technical details raised in the GMA conversations: if an effective date is set (for example July 1), an employee who retires two months later would receive service-credit calculation partly at the prior multiplier and the short post-effective period multiplied at the new rate; a transition option (an \"a plus b\" approach) is also available if the council chooses to set a limit. Staff reported the retirement fund is currently funded and stated a balance of $1,600,000 in the pension account from prior contributions.

Speakers emphasized that the multiplier effect (examples included a 3.6 multiplier versus the existing 1.5) produces substantially larger monthly benefits only when combined with significant years of service and higher salary years; staff said the multiplier alone does not immediately create large payouts for employees with relatively low years of service.

Council members also raised recruitment and retention arguments: staff said enhanced retirement benefits could help recruit and retain employees, while some members argued the city should consider medical-insurance timing and disability retirements in policy design.

No formal ordinance or referendum wording was adopted during the work session. Staff said they will contact the attorney handling the referendum to ensure correct ballot wording if the council decides to schedule a vote.","Council and staff discussed proposed changes to the citys employee retirement plan, options for referendum language, a possible two-year eligibility delay and funding status; no final vote recorded in the work session.",{"_33":111,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":112,"_41":113,"_43":114,"_45":115,"_47":116,"_49":117,"_51":118,"_53":119,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":120,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":121,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":56,"_73":56},6305220,"Hiram public works reports fewer sanitation complaints, launches new work-order tracking",1243,582000,1825000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2449689-51ac7c62d48c06ccc47ac8a8a1bba6cb&start=582&end=1825","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2449689-51ac7c62d48c06ccc47ac8a8a1bba6cb/thumbnail_582000.jpg","/articles/6305220/Hiram-City/Paulding-County/Georgia/Hiram-public-works-reports-fewer-sanitation-complaints-launches-new-work-order-tracking","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6305220-657f53b79bf98cbc2f41bf1f07aced91/orig.mp4?Expires=1771202795&Signature=Uu8tuDZHpheSxpR7Gw5OK1uwtdyqPNwpNKUZBUd4HL-SkmoLrfVTL6Crw6RuILRJquqrejm9DL-htF1N2BtdiB4FMqnAj-8qO8utPn1eRUy0KhvplscyjyABhjlw6AsbKu24bGRFsHK~rpNIuE7YEz05Wj2ITt2IRHyk9MLG1q5BfMxq5oCjaaknjiEdjjXodPbe1gmHQqCggD3X~wcejKOnnLKg6HfSPpxl1izxmzEWHNYBz1iJOy2Nh5bZmIzx6jnMx7PBqx~~fqdxUbuLkdMCfAKXTqaKpZnJiQPNEAYX~Ve0OIpkBRIdsuiKoKdcWB5YJUCkw5JANn4wObmVOQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Public works staff presented the departments February monthly report, outlining progress on sanitation, a new work-order system, staff certifications and several park and facility projects.

The department has begun using a new work-order system called iWork plus a utility-billing work-order feed to track sanitation and water tasks. Staff reported 163 total work orders recorded in the initial reporting window, with 24 still open; of those, 93 were maintenance work orders (16 open) and 70 were utility-billing work orders (8 open). The presenter described iWork as the system for nonroutine public-works tasks and said routine schedule tasks are not entered there.

The city reported a drop in customer-service contacts tied to sanitation: from an earlier contractor year figure the presenter said was about 218 down to 204 after the first year of the citys contract, and 48 complaints recorded so far in the current six-month period. Staff said two sanitation positions remain open.

Public works highlighted recent promotions and certifications among staff: Chris Schaffer was named public works maintenance supervisor, Jeff Durham sanitation supervisor, Tim Brown team lead for streets and water, and Mason Knowles team lead for parts and facilities. Durham earned a Class A commercial drivers license; Michael Broom recently earned a Class B CDL. Staff said additional Class 4 water and stormwater-inspector certifications are in process for some employees.

Planned and in-progress projects discussed included landscaping and retaining-wall work at 7076 Seaboard Street, a roof replacement scheduled for March 5, a Well No. 1 downtown replacement (parts ordered, date not yet set), and tennis-court and basketball-court resurfacing at Ben Hill Strickland Park in April or May with temporary pickleball striping. Staff also described yard and shop cleanup at the public-works facility, fence repairs and fountain repairs at Ben Hill Strickland Park, bench installations downtown and vehicle dispositions being offered on govdeals.gov.

Staff said fleet-maintenance tracking (vehicle work orders) is being added to iWork so the city can monitor labor hours, equipment hours and material usage per vehicle. The presenter said future monthly reports will include project photos and more detailed work-order analytics.

On parks, staff described plans to address playground inspections and parts replacement, brush clearing, and initial planning for a deep-patch on Nebo Road (estimates being gathered). On sanitation service changes, staff said vault-collection service began in January and operates on Mondays via call-in scheduling; any associated fee is charged to the residents account.

The presentation closed with a request for questions and an overview of the departments divisions (streets, stormwater, water, facilities, parks, sanitation) and their responsibilities.

The report did not include a formal council vote in the transcript; staff said follow-up reports will provide additional metrics and photos.","Public works presented a February monthly report showing improved sanitation complaint response, new staffing certifications, equipment-tracking rollout and a list of near-term park and facility projects.","actionData","errors"]

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