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Regular Council Meeting - Media
Published: Jul 6, 2026
Councilmember Bruce Gaynor Appointed to Safe Streets for All Steering Committee
Councilmember Bruce Gaynor was nominated and approved to serve on the Safe Streets for All (SS4A) steering committee. The SS4A program is funded primarily through federal grants and aims to conduct a comprehensive study of all roads, industrial crossings, and sidewalks within Norcross to identify safety improvements and reduce fatalities. This effort is expected to take about a year and will result in a report to the council, followed by actions to address identified safety issues using grant funding. The nomination was approved unanimously.
Norcross Council Approves RFP for Banking Services, Removes Strict Local Presence Requirement
The council discussed and approved a motion to release a Request for Proposals (RFP) for banking services. Councilmember Nixon raised concerns about a 'local presence' requirement in the RFP, specifically packet page 70, which mandated that banking institutions have a local presence within the city limits. The council agreed to remove this mandatory requirement, although a local firm preference might be retained in the grading criteria. Further discussion included the importance of specifying compatible software and API integrations for efficiency, as well as clarifying FDIC insurance limits and interest earning rates. The motion to approve the RFP release, incorporating the removal of the strict local presence requirement, passed.
DDA Sells Iron Horse Building; City Acquires Adjacent Parking Lot to Cover Loan Shortfall
The council approved the Downtown Development Authority's (DDA) sale of the Iron Horse building at 29 Jones Street. The transaction involves the release of a security deed, cancellation of a note, and acceptance of a quitclaim deed. This sale addresses a shortfall from a previous loan extended to the DDA, estimated to be around $60,000. The shortfall is being covered by the DDA transferring a parking property adjacent to the Iron Horse building to the city. The net result is the city acquiring this parking lot. A further appraisal and true-up will occur later as the DDA sells the building.
Norcross Council Approves 150% Increase in Business Occupation Taxes Amidst Budgetary Needs
The council held a public hearing and approved an amendment to increase business occupation taxes, effective for fiscal year 2027. The proposed increase aims to raise revenue by 150% from FY26 to FY27, projected to generate an additional $637,000. A chart presented showed that business occupation taxes currently account for 2.1% of Norcross's general fund revenue, significantly lower than the average of 8% among 14 comparable jurisdictions. The increase will apply to businesses based on employment numbers, with smaller businesses (under 10 employees, representing 81% of businesses) experiencing a smaller percentage increase than larger businesses. The council also discussed a potential future shift to a gross receipts tax system, which was deferred to a later date following community input, including a planned town hall. The approved measure is intended to help balance the city's budget and address increased operational costs.
Council Approves Demolition of Historic Home for New Residence After Debate on Preservation Policies
The council discussed and approved a certificate of appropriateness for a property at 503 North Beach Street. The applicant proposed demolishing a historic home built in 1925 to construct a new two-story residence. The Architecture Review Board recommended approval, deeming the existing structure non-contributing and infeasible to rehabilitate. The new design will feature horizontal party plank siding, a brick water table, and specific color schemes for the exterior elements. Several residents spoke in favor, highlighting the potential for enhancement to the area and street view. Council members engaged in a lengthy discussion regarding the definition of 'historic' versus 'historic character' and the need for clearer city policies on preservation, incentives, and demolition permits. Ultimately, the motion to approve the certificate of appropriateness passed.
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