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Storybook Inn Owner Addresses Council Regarding Renovation Project

Chris Sartin, owner of Storybook Inn (formerly Creekside Motel), voiced his concerns regarding the status of his renovation project during the Aug. 11 Cave Spring City Council meeting. Though Sartin was issued a permit and no stop-work order is in place, progress on the project has been delayed after the Georgia Environmental Protection Division (EPD) was contacted regarding the building’s location within a flood plain. Sartin has provided additional documentation, including calculations related to the project. According to City Manager Stephen Walker, the matter is now under state review. In other business, the council authorized Walker to retain Joey Harris Company LLC to handle lawn care services at Cave Spring Cemetery through the rest of the season. The service will be funded through the existing budget line item and then supplemented with the cemetery perpetual fund once that line item is exhausted. Walker said the cost will be $1,475 per cut. The cemetery will be cut twice a mo...
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Cemetery Lawn Care, HR Consulting Proposal on City Council Agenda

Maintenance of Cave Spring Cemetery and a proposal for human resources consulting services are among the items scheduled for consideration when the Cave Spring City Council meets in regular session on Tuesday, Aug. 11.  The council will also receive updates on the city’s public safety facility and the city’s GEFA water project. Cemetery Lawn Care Services The City Council will consider proposals for lawn care services at Cave Spring Cemetery as the city faces significantly higher costs for maintaining the grounds. Three proposals were received, with prices ranging from $1,249 to $2,300 per mowing. One potential option for controlling costs is to limit mowing to once per month. However, it has already been determined that infrequent mowing is not a feasible option if the appearance of the cemetery is to be maintained. The city now expects to mow at least twice a month during the seven-month growing season. The city plans to use the funds remaining in this year’s budget for ceme...
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New Utility Rates, Cemetery Maintenance Bids Among Work Session Topics

Increased rates for water, sewer, garbage and fire protection services will become effective with the next billing cycle. The adjustments will add approximately $2.90 per billing cycle for City of Cave Spring customers. Customers outside the city limits will see a 2.5% increase to water service rates, as fire protection and garbage collection fees do not apply. The new rates were among the items discussed during the Aug. 4, 2026, work session. Other items discussed included departmental reports and various proposals. Highlights from the work session are listed below.  DDA Report Preparations are underway for the PigOut coming up in September. The DDA is also already working on plans for Halloween festivities including the second annual coffin race. Other family-friendly events planned for October 17 include a skeleton fun run as well as the Halloween parade. Court Report The City of Cave Spring Municipal Court collected $110 last month for one paid code violation. City Manager...
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Proposed Planning and Zoning Commission, Storybook Inn Update on Work Session Agenda

The possible creation of a Planning and Zoning Commission is among the items expected to be discussed when the Cave Spring City Council meets for its Aug. 4 work session. A proposed ordinance would establish an advisory board to review planning, zoning and land use matters, and make recommendations to the council. Under the current draft, the commission would consist of three voting members appointed by the city council. Final authority on legislative planning and zoning decisions would remain with the council. The draft ordinance is intended to serve as a starting point for discussion rather than a final proposal. Council will revisit cemetery maintenance after learning last month that mowing costs for Cave Spring Cemetery could increase substantially. The city has requested quotes from qualified lawn care contractors to provide cemetery grounds maintenance. The deadline to submit a proposal is Aug. 3, 2026 . City Manager Stephen Walker is expected to review the proposals with counc...
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Council Reviews Cemetery Maintenance Costs and Storybook Inn Permit Status

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the City of Cave Spring is facing increased costs to maintain the Cave Spring Cemetery. City Manager Stephen Walker noted that based on bids obtained to date, the cost of a single mowing will increase by at least $1,100. At two cuts per month during the mowing season, the impact on the budget would be substantial. Councilman Charles Jackson suggested reducing the mowing frequency to once a month as a short-term cost-saving measure. Walker said he is exploring multiple options and will present recommendations at the next work session. One possible solution to avoid a negative impact on the city’s budget would be to pay for maintenance costs out of the cemetery’s perpetual fund. City Attorney Winston Gammon will review the perpetual fund documents to verify whether mowing is an allowable use of those funds. Walker also provided an update on the status of the Storybook Inn renovations. At the July 7 work session, Walker announced that construction permit...
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Storybook Inn, Parcel Split on July 14 Cave Spring Council Agenda

The Cave Spring City Council will consider several items during its regular meeting on Tuesday, July 14, including matters related to the Storybook Inn, a proposed parcel split, and a contract amendment. The meeting agenda concludes with an executive session for personnel matters. Council will also consider approval of the minutes from the June 9 regular meeting, the June 23 work session, and the July 7 work session. The meeting begins at 6 p.m. at Cave Spring City Hall and is open to the public. The following agenda was accurate as of noon on July 10, 2026. CAVE SPRING CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING JULY 14, 2026 6:00 P.M. Call to order Invocation Pledge to the American Flag Citizens’ Comment Approval of minutes of June 9 Regular Meeting, June 23 Work Session and the July 7th Work Session OLD BUSINESS NEW BUSINESS Chalcrest Way Parcel Split Bureau Veritas Contract Amendment Storybook Inn/Bureau Veritas Recommendation Executive Session – Personnel Adjourn
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Garbage Concerns, Grant Update Among Topics at Council Work Session

Issues with the City’s trash service and updates on the old Creekside Motel were among the topics covered during the Cave Spring City Council's July 7 work session. A Church Street resident expressed concern about how GFL is handling trash pickup at the apartment complex on her street. The service provider, she reported, has repeatedly left garbage cans in her yard or in locations that block vehicles parked at the apartment complex. All residents are encouraged to report any concerns related to trash pickup so that City personnel can follow up with the service provider. In other business, City Manager Stephen Walker announced that Cave Spring has received $26,508 in grant funding for infrastructure improvements. The proposed projects include the installation of a crosswalk on Alabama Street and resurfacing a portion of Heather Circle to address subgrade failure and fatigue cracking.  Several other items were discussed during the July 7 work session including: Motel Update Walk...
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