The Mayor and City Council of Tucker concluded business for the month on September 27, holding a work session and special called meeting. The following is a transcript of actions:
The work session began with an update from Assistant City Manager John McHenry on development in the City. He illustrated some of the smart growth that is happening in Tucker, while also detailing improvements to parks and roadways. Council then discussed Richardson Street, a road off of Juliette Road and East Ponce de Leon Avenue that is partially privately-owned by the East Ponce Village Apartments. The apartment complex is offering to dedicate its part of the road to the City of Tucker at no cost, an agreement that would necessitate Council action at an upcoming meeting.
They then discussed a potential text amendment pertaining to a “sidewalk café and entertainment district” in downtown Tucker. Such an amendment would allow restaurants to apply for sidewalk operations, as well as create an open container area where patrons could legally carry open containers of alcohol throughout the downtown.
Lastly, City Engineer Ken Hildebrandt gave an update on traffic calming efforts along Brockett Road. The project, which is necessitated by complaints of excessive speeding along the corridor, has seen some progress, including striping changes to narrow lanes and installation of raised pavement markers.
Information: tuckerga.gov
