District 3 News | Vol II No. 22| September 7, 2022 |
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Chief Keith Meadows and Councilwoman Helen Z. Willis
Cleared Of All Allegations
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An investigation into a former employee’s allegations of harassment and hostile work environment are without merit, according to the probe conducted by an independent law firm. The report found no violations of the City of South Fulton’s Healthy Workplace Ordinance or the Georgia Whistleblower Act.
In July, City of South Fulton Mayor khalid kamau stood on the steps of a condominium complex and made unsubstantiated charges of police corruption and interference by a councilmember, despite the fact that the investigation in the case was still pending. The completed investigation, conducted by the law firm Hoffer and Webb, clears Police Chief Keith Meadows and Councilwoman Helen Willis of any wrongdoing.
“Hopefully in the future the mayor will exercise restraint and allow an investigation to be concluded before openly publicizing unsubstantiated, incorrect, and harmful accusations against his fellow elected officials,” said Councilmember Helen Z. Willis. His July news conference was for his own political expediency and was at the expense of the truth and the reputations of members of the City Council and the police chief,” said Willis. “We need a mayor who respects the hard-earned reputations of everyone, including his fellow elected officials. We also need a mayor who is willing to follow the charter, not his political impulses.” The Mayor’s actions cost the City considerable finances, and he is on notice that this continued behavior will have swift consequences.
On May 3, 2022, Tanesha Niki Graham, the former City of South Fulton director of human resources, filed a complaint against Councilwoman Willis and Police Chief Meadows, alleging she was subjected to harassment, intimidation and “hostile and humiliating remarks.”
Following a series of interviews and an examination of emails and other records, the investigation conducted by attorney Robyn Oliver Webb found no evidence to support Graham’s claims. To the contrary, “City Manager Tammi Sadler-Jones protected Graham and assured her that no action would be taken against her,” the report said. Emails from Chief Meadows to Graham “do not constitute bullying and harassment,” the investigation found.
Graham also claimed that Councilwoman Willis conspired with Chief Meadows to get her fired. “I have seen no evidence in support of this allegation,” the investigator concluded. The only “evidence” offered by Graham were
her “suspicions and assumptions.”
The report also dismisses Graham’s charge that the two officials violated the Georgia Whistleblower Act. “Since no action was taken against [Graham] as a result of her investigation into the City of South Fulton Police Department or in retaliation for her complaints” under the Healthy Workplace Ordinance, there was no violation of the state statute, the report concluded. Prior to the conclusion of the investigation, Ms. Graham voluntarily submitted her resignation on August 26, 2022.
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On behalf of the Mayor and City Council, please find the public notice announcement and agendas (for information only) for the following VIRTUAL meetings:
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
4:00 PM – Work Session
6:00 PM – Zoning Public Hearings
The meeting will be virtual and viewed via live streaming on the City’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/CityofSouthFulton/featured
The Public Comment Form for Public Hearings can be found on the City’s website at https://www.cityofsouthfultonga.gov. Click on the Public Comment button on the homepage to access the Public Comment Form and instructions.
The form will be available Thursday, September 8, 2022, 8:00 AM through 12:00 PM, Tuesday, September 13, 2022.
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Mayor and City Council Meeting - August 23, 2022 |
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Get engaged with the City of South Fulton. FY2023 Budget / Millage / Zoning Public Hearing / Work Sessions & Regular City Council meetings are being held. Your participation is welcomed.
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View the FY 2023 Budget Presentations |
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First Responders Appreciation Program |
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September 11th will forever be etched in our memories. Each year the City of South Fulton holds an Appreciation Program for our First Responders. This year's event will be held on Friday, September 9th at 11 am. The community is cordially invited to attend and show their appreciation for all that our first responders do on a daily basis. |
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Old National LCI Community Meeting |
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Be a part of the conversation and join the City of South Fulton for a community meeting regarding the Old National Highway Livable Centers Initiative.
Thursday, Sept. 8th at 6pm.
Woods Memorial Baptist Church
5665 Old National Highway
South Fulton, GA 30349
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It's time to YEEK! Join District 3 Councilwoman Helen Z. Willis, DJ Toomp, Mr. Collipark, DJ Taz, DJ Jelly, DJ Cooly C, DJ Stan, DJ Spinz and more for the 4th Annual Yeek Fest!
September 17th
12 PM - 8 PM
Welcome All Park
4255 Will Lee Rd
South Fulton, GA 30349
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Have you or do you happen to know someone who has recently moved to the City? Do they reside in District 3? If so, then forward the link below and encourage them to join the City of South Fulton District 3 Nextdoor group to stay in the know of all updates.
Join by clicking the link below.
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Are you new to the City? Do you have questions? We have answers. Please view the New Resident Guide for all your questions on city services.
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COSF 311: SeeClickFix
See an issue around the city or in your neighborhood that needs to be fixed? Use COSF 311, our See-Click-Fix application. Issues include, but are not limited to:
- Abandoned vehicles or mobile units.
- Mismanaged property (code violation(s)).
- Road flooding and/or fixtures needing to be attended to.
Click Here to report a problem. You can report problems via phone 24hrs a day by calling: 470-552-4311
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Interested in an absentee ballot for the 2022 Election? Take these steps:
1) request an application
2) download an application
3) return the completed application by mail, online portal, email or fax.
*Make sure to include your Driver’s License number or Georgia ID number on the absentee ballot application.*
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Eligibility is open for small business owners in Fulton County in need of low-cost loans to assist with a variety of business needs. We have more flexibility and expanded use of funds to make affordable capital available to more clients in Fulton County that need it.
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Attention: We are officially in the CDC COVID orange zone for which it is recommended that everyone wear a mask indoors. Please follow the given steps to keep you and your loved ones safe. Fulton County Board of Health vaccine site information can be found at https://bit.ly/3OiAXEC.
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Download the newly designed Fulton Cares app today! The Fulton Cares app is designed to connect Fulton County residents with services and information from several Fulton County departments such as Behavioral Health, Senior Services, Board of Health, Libraries, and more!
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#OneFulton is a trusted source to get the most accurate and up-to-date information, including epidemiology reports for all of Fulton County. Sign up is easy by clicking the link here:
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Fulton County is now using the FALCON system to distribute emergency notifications to residents, businesses, and county employees.
FALCON is a telephone communication service that allows us to quickly notify citizens about emergency situations.
All residents are being encouraged to review and update their information, or to register for the system.
To register:
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If you're behind on your rent due to COVID-19, help is available. Apply for Emergency Rental Assistance today, for Fulton County residents outside the City of Atlanta. Log on to www.fultoncountyga.gov/renthelp to see if you may qualify, or call 855-776-7912.
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The Fulton County Department of Senior Services in collaboration with the Fulton Action Community Action Authority (FACCA) launched the Georgia Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) to aid eligible seniors age 65-years-old and above, homebound, and individuals with life-threatening circumstances. |
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Finish Strong Learning Pod In Need of Volunteers |
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Finish Strong Learning Pod Volunteers
The Finish Strong Learning Pod welcomes the involvement of adults and high school juniors and seniors who like working with children and/or those seeking community service hours. As a Learning Pod volunteer, you could be a homework helper, reading buddy, activity assistant, or even the leader of your own special project.
We need volunteers, Monday through Wednesday from 2:30 PM – 6:00 PM for our enrichment program for grades K-5.
Volunteers must be at least 17 years old. If interested in volunteering, please register here.
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The Communications & External Affairs department of the City of South Fulton needs your input to determine how to expand and improve city communications regarding community updates, resident & business information, and the latest developments from our Mayor & City Council.
We need your input! Take the survey today.
This survey is designed to garner feedback from the individuals who reside and work in the City of South Fulton.
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If your community is hosting a meeting or event and would like
Councilwoman Helen Z. Willis to attend, please send your inquiries to 470-809-7703 or shenel.hughes@cityofsouthfultonga.gov.
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