Peachtree Corners council approves zoning code rewrite contract, sets runoff dates and joins amicus brief

At its Tuesday meeting, the Peachtree Corners City Council unanimously approved three items: a contract to begin a full zoning code rewrite, a resolution to call a general election runoff and set qualifying dates and fees, and a resolution authorizing participation in an amicus brief in Chang v. City of Milton, an appeal before the Georgia Supreme Court that concerns municipal authority to regulate objects in the public right of way.

City Manager Brian Johnson presented the items. On the zoning code rewrite, Johnson said the contract would authorize him to execute the agreement so consultant Adam(s) (identified in the agenda packet as “Mr. Adams”) can begin work. Council members moved and seconded the consent item and voted unanimously to authorize the contract.

The council then approved a resolution to call a general election runoff, to announce qualifying dates and fees and to appoint election officials. The council approved the motion by unanimous voice vote with no questions recorded.

Finally, the council voted unanimously to authorize the city’s participation in an amicus brief supporting the City of Milton in Chang v. City of Milton, which the city manager said “is a case in which [a] city's responsibility for regulating objects within the right of way is being considered.” He said the outcome could have “significant repercussions for all cities” if municipalities were found responsible for an expanded set of objects in the right of way, such as mailboxes. The amicus brief would support Milton’s defense.

All three items were approved on voice votes with no recorded no votes or abstentions. No additional discussion or amendments were recorded on the three agenda items during the meeting.

The approvals were part of the council's consent and general business on the agenda; the meeting concluded without executive session and was adjourned.