The city of Stockbridge met on Tuesday, January 31. During their meeting, the council discussed the condition of newly annexed major roads. They are seeking the county’s help to pay for repairs on about five miles of major roadways.
Stockbridge city limits increased by 6,500 new residents on January 1. Voters approved the annexation last November. Following the annexation, the city became responsible for road and street repairs in the area.
Newly Annexed Roads
The city’s concerns are focused on five major roads. They consist of the following:
- East Atlanta Road – 1.6 miles
- Mt. Zion Parkway – 0.5 miles
- Old Conyers Road – 0.8 miles
- Spivey Road – 0.5 miles
- Walt Stephens Road – 2 miles
- Total – 5.4 miles
City staff described the situation as one in which patching and filling potholes aren’t sufficient. The roads need resurfacing, commented Public Works Director Decius Aaron. Resurfacing can cost upwards of $350,000 per mile for a two-lane road.
Council members are looking to the county for help. Prior to January 1, maintaining these roads was the responsibility of Henry County. Stockbridge elected officials feel the county wasn’t doing its part leaving poorly maintained roads. Council members asked staff to discuss the issue with the county manager. They would follow up with individual commissioners as well.
Stockbridge is interested in entering into an intergovernmental agreement with the county. Such agreement would allow the county and city to cost-share for the resurfacing. Resurfacing the five roads in question could cost nearly $2 million dollars. The city would need to place the work out for bid to receive an exact price quote.
Featured image shows potholes on Walt Stephens Road. Google Streetview photo.
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