Council declines to waive $3,000 stormwater balance for resident; discussion highlights ordinance process and funding options

The East Point City Council on Oct. 20 considered but did not approve a motion to waive a $3,000 balance for stormwater repairs at a resident’s property, a case that prompted extended council discussion about the city’s stormwater community assistance program and funding sources.

Councilmember Shropshire initially moved that the council waive the administrative appeal requirement and approve payment of $3,000 in favor of resident Willie Jackson for stormwater repairs at 2424 Greenwood Circle. That motion was amended during discussion to reflect the city manager’s recommendation and then put to a roll‑call vote; the motion failed.

Council discussion established these facts presented during the meeting: an investigation and engineering report had been completed; the total estimated cost for the…