Development News for Smyrna, Georgia

Smyrna Acquires Sewer and Drainage Easements from Saunders Residence

The City Council authorized the acquisition of a 20-foot sanitary sewer easement and a 15-foot drainage easement from the Saunders residence at 1216 Bank Street. This allows the city to access and maintain its sewer and storm drain infrastructure that crosses the property. The Mayor was authorized to sign all related documents. The measure passed with 6 ayes.

City of Smyrna Renames Glendale Place to J. Wallace Way Honoring 50 Years of Adventure Outdoors

The City of Smyrna officially recognized and celebrated the 50th anniversary of Adventure Outdoors and the Wallace family's contributions to the city. Glendale Place was renamed J. Wallace Way in their honor. The proclamation highlighted their entrepreneurial spirit, commitment to the community, and significant economic and civic impact over five decades. The Wallace family has a history of supporting various local organizations and causes.

Smyrna Consent Agenda Approves Cell Tower Lease, Water Monitoring Infrastructure, and Event Street Closure

The City Council approved several items on the consent agenda, including minutes from previous meetings and various agreements. Key approvals include a vertical asset lease agreement with New Tower LLC for cell towers at Hawthorne Cemetery to enhance water usage monitoring infrastructure, and an intergovernmental lease agreement with Cobb County for a tower site to support AMI metering base station infrastructure for water usage monitoring. Additionally, authorization was granted for the closure of West Spring Street for a private event and for the city to serve beer and wine.

OneDigital Appointed as 3(38) Investment Manager for Smyrna's Retirement Plans

The City Council authorized the appointment of OneDigital Investment Advisors as the city's 3(38) investment manager for its 401A and 457b retirement plans. This change grants OneDigital fiduciary control over the plans, allowing for more options and better investments for employees, while still consulting with the city. This marks a transition from their previous role as an investment advisory agreement since 2021.