Mayor & Commission Meetings

The meeting will be streamed and broadcast live. Interested members of the public can watch live online via YouTube at www.youtube.com/accgov or the YouTube app, via www.accgov.com/videos, via Facebook at www.facebook.com/accgov, or on ACTV Cable Channel 180 or at www.accgov.com/actvlive WORK SESSION AGENDA UNIFIED GOVERNMENT OF ATHENS-CLARKE COUNTY, GEORGIA Thursday, January 12, 2023 – 5:30 PM City Hall Commission Chamber I. Call to Order (5:30 p.m.) Mayor Kelly Girtz II. Items for Future Consideration A. TSPLOST 2018 Project 11 – Barber Street -....................................... Rani Katreeb Project Concept Transportation & Public Works Dept. Assist. Director B. Mall TAD Overview ................................................................................. Caitlin Dye Business Development & Incentive Coordinator C. SPLOST 2020 Project 06 – Fire Station #5 ...................................... Daniel Garren Replacement – Project Concept SPLOST Project Administrator D. Strategically Addressing the Gang Crisis in ............................... Deborah Gonzalez Athens-Clarke County District Attorney E. Health Services for In-Custody Residents of the ........................... John Q. Williams Clarke County Jail Contract Sheriff III. Adjourn NOTE: All reports are draft. No final action is taken at this work session. The Work Session is open to the public; however, public comments are not received. February 14, 2023 Work Session • Presentation from External Financial Auditors • Neighborhood Traffic Management Program Update • SPLOST 2020 Project #22 – Broadband Connectivity Enhancement Project – Proposed Preliminary Plan • Classic Center Arena • SPLOST 2020 Project 06 – Fire Station #5 Replacement – Project Site Criteria • HOME-ARP Allocation Plan Final ‐ Published 1/9/2023 3:34:45 PM Athens in Motion Barber Street Bike and Pedestrian Design Concept: Segment 4 Update Athens-Clarke County Transportation & Public Works Department January 12, 2023 Presented by: Rani Katreeb, T&PW Assistant Director Daniel Sizemore, T&PW Bike, Ped, and Safety Coordinator Lauren Blais, AiMC Chairperson Sarah Johnson, TDG Designer (On-Call Sub Consultant) 1 Overview • Review Project Extents & Background • Segments 1-3 Recommended Design Recap • Discussion of Segment 4 Advanced Design & Public Engagement • Next Steps 2 Athens‐Clarke County ‐ Mayor and Commission Work Session January 12, 2023 1 Final ‐ Published 1/9/2023 3:34:45 PM Project Extents & Background 3 Presented 6/1/2021 Project Extents 4 Athens‐Clarke County ‐ Mayor and Commission Work Session January 12, 2023 2 Final ‐ Published 1/9/2023 3:34:45 PM Background Athens in Motion (AiM) Plan • October 2, 2018: Mayor & Commission (M&C) accepted the AiM Plan, and authorized staff to develop concepts for the first 5 bicycle projects and 5 pedestrian projects including Barber Street Bike & Ped Project (Dairy Pak Rd. to Boulevard). • AiM Plan initially called for separated bikeway on Barber Street Barber Street Bike & Pedestrian Project 1. February 23, 2021: AiM Commission (AiMC) reviewed alternatives using a matrix of tradeoffs to decide on preferred concept for schematic design 2. March 3, 2021: On a special called session, AiMC voted unanimously to: • Recommend a 10’ two-way separated bike lane and 5’ sidewalk for segments 1-3 (Dairy Pak Rd. to Boulevard) • Explore extending facilities, at a later date, on Segment 4 (Boulevard to Prince Ave.) • Move forward per Capital Improvement Process Background Barber Street Bike & Pedestrian Project 3. March 9, 2021 M&C Work Session: TPW staff presented AiMC recommended alternative and was directed to include Segment 4 in project and: • Provide more information on cost saving options (e.g., lane reduction on Segment 1 from Dairy Pak Rd. to Loop 10) • Provide additional cost estimates • Rank segments in terms of priority for construction 4. April 6, 2021: on a Special Called Session, AiMC voted to: • Move the entire project from N. Chase St. to Prince Ave. into preliminary design phase • Design a 10’ two-way separated bike facility and 5’ sidewalk on east side of Barber for segments 1-3 (Dairy Pak Rd. to Boulevard), except with sidewalk on the west side due to constraints through the poultry plant • Reduce Segment 1 (Dairy Pak Rd. to Loop 10) from 4 to 3 vehicle lanes • Design sharrows and curb bump-outs for Segment 4 (Boulevard to Prince Ave.) • Allocate funding for final design, ROW acquisition, and construction in the amount of $6,112,500 to be funded by Bike and Ped TSPLOST Programs at a 50/50 split. • Recommend that, IF construction funding is limited, build the segments in the following prioritized order (from highest to lowest priority): • Segment 4 > Segment 3 > Segment 2 > Segment 1 Athens‐Clarke County ‐ Mayor and Commission Work Session January 12, 2023 3 Final ‐ Published 1/9/2023 3:34:45 PM Background Barber Street Bike & Pedestrian Project 5. From April 28 through May 19, public input on all segments was completed and shared with M&C. 6. June 1, 2021 M&C Regular Session: M&C voted to table the project concept to Tuesday August 3, 2021. 7. June 8, 2021 M&C Work Session: M&C reviewed shared lane marking and multiuse path alternatives for Segment 4 (Boulevard to Prince Ave.) and sent the project back to AiMC for in-depth consideration of all ages/abilities facilities and property impacts after discussing: • Support for AiMC recommended alternative of two-way separated bike lane and sidewalk for Segments 1-3 (Dairy Pak Rd. to Boulevard) • Concern that the AiMC recommended alternative of shared lane markings was not an all ages and abilities facility in what is seen as the most important section of this transformative project • Removal of on-street parking 8. July 17, 2021, based on feedback from M&C and discussions with the Manager’s Office, T&PW staff pulled the project concept agenda and began advance concept scoping efforts with the design consultant. 9. On October 19, 2021, T&PW staff and Benesch consultants met on Barber Street with District Commissioner Russell Edwards, Mayor Kelly Girtz, and Manager Blaine Williams, and discussed current progress and next steps. Segments 1-3: Recommended Design Recap 8 Athens‐Clarke County ‐ Mayor and Commission Work Session January 12, 2023 4 Final ‐ Published 1/9/2023 3:34:45 PM Alternatives Development and Evaluation • 25+ alternatives considered for segments and intersections • Evaluated for comfort, balancing needs of all, and property/utility impacts • Separated bike lane (SBL) with sidewalk identified as preferred alternative: • Highest comfort with smallest footprint • Barber Street is an AiM Plan Tier 1 project for bicycles and for pedestrians • Accommodates preference of bicyclists to ride side-by-side, unless passing • Best option for a continuous facility • Multiuse path not appropriate for: • Urban settings (Segment 4) • Long, continuous downhills (Segment 3) • High pedestrian activity areas (Segments 2 & 4) 9 Segment 1: Dairy Pak Rd. – Loop 10 Presented 3/9/2021 • Existing ROW: 100-105’ typical • Existing roadway: 45’ typical; 58’ at widest 10 Athens‐Clarke County ‐ Mayor and Commission Work Session January 12, 2023 5 Final ‐ Published 1/9/2023 3:34:45 PM Segment 2: Loop 10 – Oneta St. Presented 3/9/2021 • Existing ROW: 50’ typical • Existing roadway: 25-35’ typical • Requires removal of 9 marked “off-street” parking spaces, all of which were partially in ROW • Sidewalk will shift to the east side of the street adjacent to the two-way separated bike lane where feasible for Segment 2 11 Segment 3: Oneta St. - Boulevard Presented 3/9/2021 • Existing ROW: 40’ typical • Existing roadway: 30-33’ typical • Requires removal of 3 on-street parking spaces (of those that met regulatory and safety standards) 12 Athens‐Clarke County ‐ Mayor and Commission Work Session January 12, 2023 6 Final ‐ Published 1/9/2023 3:34:45 PM Intersection: Dairy Pak Rd. Presented 3/9/2021 • 4 to 3 lane road diet • Shared use path crossings • Transition from shared use path to separated bike lanes and sidewalk • Formalized crosswalks • Truck aprons to reduce turning speeds 13 Segment 1: Dairy Pak Rd. – Loop 10 Presented 3/9/2021 14 Athens‐Clarke County ‐ Mayor and Commission Work Session January 12, 2023 7 Final ‐ Published 1/9/2023 3:34:45 PM Segment 2: Loop 10 – Oneta St. Presented 3/9/2021 NOTE: sidewalk will be shifted to the east side of Barber Street where feasible for Segment 2 15 Intersection: Oneta St. Presented 3/9/2021 • Shortened bicycle/pedestrian crossings • Separate crossings • Mountable truck aprons to reduce turning speeds 16 Athens‐Clarke County ‐ Mayor and Commission Work Session January 12, 2023 8 Final ‐ Published 1/9/2023 3:34:45 PM Segment 3: Oneta St. - Boulevard Presented 3/9/2021  Partial view of segment 17 Intersection: Boulevard Presented 3/9/2021 • Raised intersection • Shortened crossing distances • Unique color and texture • Wide crossing on southern approach for bicycle transition to street 18 Athens‐Clarke County ‐ Mayor and Commission Work Session January 12, 2023 9 Final ‐ Published 1/9/2023 3:34:45 PM Segment 4: Boulevard – Prince Ave. Presented 6/1/2021 Previously Recommended Alternative by AiMC – Option 1: Shared Lane Markings & Sidewalk with Parking • Maintain existing sidewalks • Existing ROW: 40-45’ typical • Existing roadway: 28-32’ typical • Requires removing 3 on-street parking spaces (of those that met regulatory and safety standards) 19 Segments 4: Advanced Design & Public Engagement 20 Athens‐Clarke County ‐ Mayor and Commission Work Session January 12, 2023 10 Final ‐ Published 1/9/2023 3:34:45 PM Segment 4: Boulevard – Prince Ave. Revised Recommended Alternative by AiMC - Option 3B: Two-Way Separated Bike Lane & Sidewalk without Parking 21 Segment 4 Advanced Design Work Since June 2021 • Progressed alternatives for multiuse path and two-way separated bike lane with sidewalk both with and without parking through schematic design, property impacts, and cost estimates • Assessed alternatives through matrix of tradeoffs • AiMC voted to recommend two-way separated bike lane and sidewalk with removal of on-street parking • Conducted public engagement to gather feedback on all alternatives Athens‐Clarke County ‐ Mayor and Commission Work Session January 12, 2023 11 Final ‐ Published 1/9/2023 3:34:45 PM Alternatives to Sharrows Option 2A: Multiuse Path with Parking Option 2B: Multiuse Path without Parking • Differs from segments 1-3 • Differs from segments 1-3 • No separation of • No separation of nonmotorized modes nonmotorized modes • Multiuse path not • Multiuse path not recommended by AiMC recommended by AiMC • Street parking can offer • Shifted curb offers traffic calming, when permanent traffic calming present • Minor impact to a couple • 2nd greatest impact to parcels private property Option 3A: Two-Way Separated Bike Lane & Sidewalk with Parking Option 3B: Two-Way Separated Bike Lane & Sidewalk without Parking • Same as segments 1-3 AiMC Recommendation • Separation for all users • Same as segments 1-3 • Street parking can • Separation for all users offer traffic calming, • Concrete buffer offers when present permanent traffic calming • Greatest impact to • Less property impacts private property than Option 2A 23 Public Engagement Summary • Interactive and educational StoryMap + online survey 10/5/2022-06/25/2022 • 103 survey responses (37 from residents) + direct email feedback • Opportunity to select preferred design. Illustrated options included: • Option 1: Shared Lane Markings & Existing Sidewalk with Parking • Option 2A: Multiuse Path with Parking • Option 2B: Multiuse Path without Parking • Option 3A: Two-Way Separated Bike Lane & Sidewalk with Parking • Option 3B: Two-Way Separated Bike Lane & Sidewalk without Parking • Parking preference • Open-ended feedback 24 Athens‐Clarke County ‐ Mayor and Commission Work Session January 12, 2023 12 Final ‐ Published 1/9/2023 3:34:45 PM Bike/Pedestrian Facility Preference 45% • First question asked about 40% preference for separation 35% between modes 30% • Question 1: Based on the 25% options below, what is 20% your preferred design? 15% Two-Way 10% Shared Lane Separated Markings & Multiuse Bike Lane & 5% Sidewalk Path Sidewalk 21% 37% 42% 0% 25 Bike/Pedestrian Facility Preference: Filtered Response • People who use bicycle infrastructure in Athens (70% of respondents) 45% 40% 43% 35% 39% 30% 25% 20% 15% 18% 10% 5% 0% Shared Lane Markings & Multiuse Path Two-Way Separated Bike Lane Sidewalk & Sidewalk 26 Athens‐Clarke County ‐ Mayor and Commission Work Session January 12, 2023 13 Final ‐ Published 1/9/2023 3:34:45 PM Parking Preference 45% 40% • Question 2: What is your 35% preference for on-street 30% parking? 25% 20% • Only for those that 15% Keep On- Remove On- selected multiuse path or 10% Street Street No Parking Preference Parking Parking separated bike lane 5% 38% 43% 19% 0% 27 Parking Preference: Filtered Response • For Residents & Business Staff (27% of respondents) • Only for those that selected multiuse path or separated bike lane a preferred facility 45% 40% 43% 35% 39% 30% 25% 20% 15% 18% 10% 5% 0% Keep On-Street Parking Remove On-Street Parking No Parking Preference 28 Athens‐Clarke County ‐ Mayor and Commission Work Session January 12, 2023 14 Final ‐ Published 1/9/2023 3:34:45 PM Highest Ranked Consideration for Segment 4 • Asked to rank options in order of most to least important 55% 50% 54% 45% 40% 35% 30% 25% 20% 15% 22% 10% 5% 10% 9% 0% 5% Bicycles & Cars Bicycles & On-Street Parking Property Impacts Traffic Calming Separated Pedestrians Separated 29 Key Themes from Open-Ended Feedback • Existing on-street parking feels dangerous for both bicyclists and motorists. • Parking is perceived as a right. A couple homes may not have off-street parking. • Separation of modes is the most common concern. Property/parking impacts are highest for those who feel there aren’t enough bicyclists to warrant the investment or that this segment is already safe for bicyclists. • Safety at the Barrow St. intersection is a concern; desire for an all-way stop. • For many bicyclists, sharrows do not provide sufficient level of comfort. • Integration into nearby bike/ped projects is a must. Enthusiasm for Barber Street being part of overall network development. • Perception that vehicle congestion is already an issue on Barber Street. • Direct email feedback was primarily from property owners opposed to any change, especially property/parking impacts even when properties have private parking areas. This includes one person who owns multiple lots on the corridor. 30 Athens‐Clarke County ‐ Mayor and Commission Work Session January 12, 2023 15 Final ‐ Published 1/9/2023 3:34:45 PM AiMC Recommendation Option 3B: 12’ Two-way Separated Bike Lane & Sidewalk without Parking • Repurposes existing parking for a 12’ two-way separated bike lane and 5’ sidewalk. • Two-way separated bike lanes provide an exclusive space for bicycles along the roadway that is separated from vehicles and pedestrians. • Includes a 2’ buffer between vehicles and the two-way separated bike lane. • Cost estimate: $1,158,900 31 AiMC Recommendation Option 3B: 12’ Two-way Separated Bike Lane & Sidewalk without Parking 32 Athens‐Clarke County ‐ Mayor and Commission Work Session January 12, 2023 16 Final ‐ Published 1/9/2023 3:34:45 PM Connection to Prince Ave. Option 3B: 12’ Two-way Separated Bike Lane & Sidewalk without Parking Without Prince St. Separated Bike Lanes With Prince St. Separated Bike Lanes (design slightly differs from Pilot to show options to consider if permanent) 33 Summarized Probable Cost • Based on historical cost data from ACC and GDOT • Does not include ROW and easement acquisition services, permitting fees, inspection services, construction management services, escalation, or ongoing maintenance • Includes 20% increase for inflation on top of 30% contingency and estimated ROW & easement cost # Segment Cost Intersection Cost 1 Dairy Pak Rd. – Loop 10 $1,067,500 $1,281,000 Dairy Pak Rd. $509,250 $611,100 2 Loop 10 – Oneta St. $1,140,500 $1,368,600 Oneta St. $323,000 $387,600 3 Oneta St. - Boulevard $2,496,500 $2,995,800 Boulevard $306,500 $367,800 Prince Ave. 4 Boulevard – Prince Ave. $269,250 $1,158,900 (Not included previously; Prince Ave. has separate funding. Estimate reflects $681,500 robust full-build of directional separated bike lanes on Prince Ave.) Segment Total $4,973,750 $6,804,300 $1,138,750 Intersection Total GRAND TOTAL: $8,852,300 $2,048,000 W/O Prince Ave Intersection: $8,170,800 34 Athens‐Clarke County ‐ Mayor and Commission Work Session January 12, 2023 17 Final ‐ Published 1/9/2023 3:34:45 PM Funding Strategy TSPLOST 2018 Project #12 Pedestrian Improvement Program Budget $ 10,207,391 Additional non ACC Funds UGA Contribution to Riverbend Rd Project $ 125,000 Expensed & Encumbered: Completed Sidewalk Gaps and Projects in Design Phase below $ (1,196,873) Designated: Cherokee Road Multiuse Path ‐ ROW & Constuction $ ‐ Jefferson River Road (70/30) ‐ ROW & Construction $ (1,637,419) Riverbend Multi‐use Path (50/50) ‐ ROW & Construction $ (1,405,500) Available $ 6,092,599 Barber Street Bike & Ped Improvements with 50/50 split funding Concept Cost Estimate $ 4,085,400 Remaining funds for Tier I Ped Projects $ 2,007,199 TSPLOST 2018 Project #11 Bicycle Improvement Program Budget $ 5,790,600 SPLOST 2011 Project #6 Remaining 2011 Bicycle funds $ 820,300 Expensed & Encumbered: Conceptual Designs $ (404,060) Designated: Cherokee Road Multiuse Path ‐ ROW & Constuction $ ‐ Jefferson River Road (70/30) ‐ ROW & Construction $ (715,940) Riverbend Multi‐use Path (50/50) ‐ ROW & Construction $ (1,405,500) Available $ 4,085,400 Barber Street Bike & Ped Improvements with 50/50 split funding Concept Cost Estimate $ 4,085,400 Remaining funds for Tier I Bike Projects $ ‐ Note: As we approach M&C preliminary engineering aproval and ROW authorization for Jefferson River Road, T&PW staff shall add TSPLOST 2023 Bicycle and Pedestrian Program funding to maintain project delivery for Jefferson River Road Multiuse Path Project. Next Steps 36 Athens‐Clarke County ‐ Mayor and Commission Work Session January 12, 2023 18 Final ‐ Published 1/9/2023 3:34:45 PM Barber Street Bike & Ped Project Next Steps Concept Approval Agenda February 7, 2023 including: I. Approve project concept and advance the proposed project into preliminary design phase for 2-way separated bike lane with sidewalks from Chase St to Prince Ave, with removed on-street parking. II. Authorize staff to begin scoping efforts with the on-call consultant Alfred Benesch & Company to complete the preliminary engineering phase for a cost not to exceed $799,350. III. Authorize staff to execute a Preliminary Engineering (PE) Agreement with CSX Transportation, Inc. for an estimated cost of $35,000. 37 Questions / Comments • StoryMap: https://arcg.is/1CGWbf 38 Athens‐Clarke County ‐ Mayor and Commission Work Session January 12, 2023 19 Overview of TADs and Current Mall TAD Application Timeline  History of TADs in ACC • Sept 1, 2020: Mayor & Commission vote to approve 6 redevelopment areas, associated tax allocation district boundaries, and TAD funding goals. Those goals included: • Public Infrastructure Needs; • Housing Opportunities; • Economic Development Partnership Opportunities; • CCSD and Youth Development • Nov 4, 2020: Manager Williams and Attorney Dan McRae present draft redevelopment plans to the Mayor & Commission • Nov 9, 2020: Public hearing held pursuant to O.C.G.A. Section 36-44-7(b) to obtain citizen input and comments regarding formulation and adoption of the 6 redevelopment plans. • Nov 10, 2020: Mayor & Commission adopt 6 redevelopment plans • Dec 10, 2020: Clarke County Board of Education vote to approve participation in Mall Area TAD • Feb 2021: GA Dept. of Revenue certifies tax allocation increment base for each of 6 TADs  General TAD Application Process 2. Submittal of Completed 1. Pre-Submittal Consultation Application, Application Fee, & Preliminary Staff Review and Affidavit (If Applicable) 4. TAD Advisory Committee 3. Third Party Conducts Reviews, Discusses, and Financial Evaluation of Documents Recommendation Application Regarding Application 5. Recommendation and 6. Mayor & Commission 7. If in Mall Area TAD, Steps Financial Evaluation Sent to (MARC for Mall Area TAD) 5 & 6 repeat for Mayor and Mayor & Commission Vote on Community Commission (MARC for Mall Area TAD) Benefits Agreement  Mall TAD Application Timeline Date 1/12/23 Mayor & Commission Work Session Briefing 1/23/23 Mall Area TAD Advisory Committee Meets to Discuss Application 1/25/23 & Make Recommendation 1/27/23 1/30/23 Mall Area Redevelopment Committee (MARC) Meets to Discuss 2/1/23 Application & Vote on Application 2/3/23 Detailed Information Session for Mayor & Commission on 2/7/23 Application and Community Benefits Agreement 2/14/23 Mayor & Commission Vote on Community Benefits Agreement  SPLOST 2020 Project 06 Fire Station #5 Replacement Proposed Project Concept Mayor & Commission Work Session January 12, 2023 Presented by: • Daniel Garren, SPLOST Project Manager • Jeff Scarbrough/Mark Melvin, Fire Chief • Matt Klebosky, Design Architect Presentation Agenda Purpose: To present the Proposed Project Concept for the Fire Station #5 Replacement to provide the necessary fire protection services for the residents located on the eastside of Athens, Georgia. • Initial Project Statement • Project History • Proposed Project Concept • Budget • Next Steps & Schedule • Questions 2 SPLOST 2020 Project 06 Initial Project Statement Project 06, Fire Station #5 Replacement, This project will provide funding for the construction of a replacement fire station for the current Fire Station #5 located at 1090 Whit Davis Road. This project includes land acquisition, design, construction, fueling station, station equipment, and other related costs to meet facility standards for a suburban design comparable to previous design prototypes that provides adequate space for current and future expansion. Additionally, to the extent allowed by law, funds may be used as matching funds for leveraging grant opportunities. 3 Project History • In 1974, Fire Station #5 was constructed and commissioned into service. The station operates 24/7/365 and is located at 1090 Whit Davis Road. The station served as the headquarters for Clarke County. ~49 years old • On August 6, 2019, M&C approved the SPLOST 2020 project and budget; adopted a resolution calling for a referendum on November 5, 2019. • On November 5, 2019, Athens-Clarke County (ACC) voters approved the SPLOST 2020 Program Referendum. This Referendum included the Fire Station #5 Replacement (SPLOST 2020 Project 06). • On May 12, 2021, ACAC recommended that SPLOST 2020 Project 06 Fire Station #5 Replacement be designated as appropriate for public art with a budget amount of 1% of the proposed construction budget. • In May 2022, ACCGov Manager Williams selected the User Group Members to help ensure ACCGov long term goals are promoted during the Project Development process. • On December 7, 2022, the User Group agreed to proceed forward in presenting the Project Concept to SPLOST 2020 Oversight Committee. 4 Current Fire Station #5 Condition In 1974, Fire Station #5 was constructed to provide a facility for firefighters and to be operational 24/7/365. The current station is 7,036 SF and has two apparatus bays. There are some deficiencies with this station which are as follows:  Fire Station needs to be relocated to provide better coverage on the eastside.  Space isn’t adequate for the number of personnel assigned.  No exercise room and gear space is inadequate.  Lack of male/female living design. (Restrooms & Bedrooms)  Facility is not ADA compliant.  Lacks fire safety prevention systems and bay door safety sensors.  Currently slide pole opening is a safety hazard.  Two-story facility  Abandoned fueling station that needs to be remediated.  Facility HVAC, electrical, and appliances are not considered energy efficient due to age. 5 Proposed Project Concept – Must Haves • Male/Female living accommodations (8 personnel minimum) • Separate Male/Female restrooms with Showers • Meet ACCGov Sustainability Policy requirements • Address firefighter health/fitness & cancer prevention best practices through design • Exhaust ventilation system for extractor and apparatus bay • Separated gear cleaning quarters • Industrial extractor and laundry equipment • Dedicated fitness room • 3 – Pull through apparatus bays with horizontal doors • Back-up emergency power • 15 Parking Spaces • Single Level Building • Commercial Kitchen (with separate pantries and refrigerators for each shift) • Dayroom, Dining Room, & Outdoor Patio (similar to existing prototype) • Watch Office adjacent to Living Quarters. • Residential Laundry separate from turn-out gear to limit cross-contamination • Minimum Storage • Cascade Room & System 6 Proposed Project Concept – Highly Wanted • Upgrade standard living conditions to 8 – Single Occupancy Bedrooms • Upgrade to 4 - Single Occupancy Restrooms with Showers • Community/training room with 15 parking spaces with separate restroom facility • Additional office/storage spaces Proposed Project Concept – Nice to Have • Additional parking spaces for community room • Exterior design to compliment the neighborhood • *Rooftop photovoltaic solar and EV charging stations • Rainwater harvesting and reuse system • Fueling station *Potentially to be funded from SPLOST 2020 Project #11 - Renewable Energy. 7 Fire Station Prototype Previously Approved for Stations 2, 4, 7, 8, & 9) • Project Statement envisioned using Prototype design • Budget supports construction of 60-70% of Prototype square footage • Propose to use Prototype for site selection to acquire adequate land for full build now or in the future, as additional funding becomes available • Cost of land and site development cost will impact amount of funding available for construction • Floor plans and building types that can be built for the available budget and meet the Proposed Project Concept will be brought back to M&C for consideration at the Schematic 8 Design Phase Proposed Project Concept - Project Budget Proposed Project Funding Original SPLOST 2020 Project 06 Budget $ 6,063,260 Total Proposed Project Funding $ 6,063,260 Proposed Project Budget Expensed & Encumbered (Design Fees) $ 446,341 Land Acquisition $ 500,000 Testing, Misc., Permitting, Utilities, PM Fees $ 379,209 Public Art $ 31,500 Furniture, Fixtures, & Equipment $ 525,000 Project Contingency $ 1,031,210 Construction $ 3,150,000 9 Next Steps & Project Schedule  SPLOST Oversight Comm. Review of Project Concept January 23, 2023  M&C Consideration of Project Concept February 4, 2023  Staff and Site Selection Committee (SSC) to review draft Site Selection Criteria February 2023  Release Site Criteria for Public Input March 2023  Review Public Input with SSC March 2023  M&C Consideration of Site Selection Criteria April 4, 2023  Potential Project Sites to SSC Spring/Summer 2023  Candidate Project Sites Spring Fall 2023  Site Acquisition 2023/2024 10 Questions? 11  Building a Safer Athens Western Judicial Circuit District Attorney Deborah Gonzalez  Community Mandates Individual and Community Safety are always the number one priority in the Western Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office Safety Reform 2  Physical Holistic Safety Basic Emotional Needs Safety Financial Mental 3 Gang Law Gang Member Crime Committed Crime in Furtherance of Gang Gang Charge 4 GunViolence InGeorgia 2018-2021 80% of Homicides in Georgia involve a 33% Increase in gun illegal guns recovered on Georgia Crime scenes 23% Increase in homicides in Georgia 5  Two Fold Strategies Find Immediate Now Create Solutions Implement Future Now 6  Our responses thus far Trainings Witness Program Research Witness Protection Program Bill w/Senator Ossoff District Attorney’s Association of Georgia Committee NDAA Model based strategic planning 7  Assessment Mechanisms for Action NDAA Organizational Change Model to Collaboration Address Community Outreach/Mobilization of Resources Gangs Multidisciplinary Interactive Programming Evaluation 8 Immediate Now & Future Now 9 Our Ask: •ADA •Investigator Gang Unit •Victim Advocate •Yearly cost: $250,000 Community •Commitment to invest in a community justice Justice center for our Center community 10 Building a Safer Athens,Together Western Judicial Circuit District Attorney Deborah Gonzalez