Council Agenda - Regular Meeting
Regular MeetingColumbus, GA · October 27, 2020
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Columbus Civic Center October 27, 2020
400 4th Street, Arena Floor 5:30 PM
Columbus, Georgia 31901 Regular Meeting
M A Y O R’ S A G E N D A
PRESENT: Mayor B. H. “Skip” Henderson, III and Mayor Pro Tem R. Gary Allen and
Councilors Jerry “Pops” Barnes (arrived at 6:01 p.m.), Charmaine Crabb, Glenn Davis, R. Walker
Garrett (arrived at 5:36 p.m.), John M. House, Bruce Huff, Judy W. Thomas, Toyia Tucker and
Evelyn “Mimi” Woodson. City Manager Isaiah Hugley, City Attorney Clifton Fay, Clerk of
Council Sandra T. Davis and Deputy Clerk of Council Lindsey G. McLemore were present.
CALL TO ORDER: Mayor B.H. "Skip" Henderson, III, Presiding
INVOCATION: Offered by Mayor Pro Tem R. Gary Allen
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Led by Mayor Henderson
MINUTES
Mayor’s Agenda Item #1: Vote Result: APPROVED
1. Approval of minutes for the October 13, 2020 Council Meeting and Executive Session.
UPDATE:
Mayor’s Agenda Item #2: No Action Taken
2. An update on COVID-19
PROCLAMATIONS:
Mayor’s Agenda Item #3(A): Read by Councilor Thomas, declaring Tuesday, October 27, 2020
Deputy Chief James Greg Lang Day.
3. PROCLAMATION: Deputy Chief James Greg Lang Day
RECEIVING: Deputy Chief James Greg Lang
Mayor’s Agenda Item #3(B): Read by Councilor Tucker, declaring Tuesday, October 27, 2020
as Deputy Director Riley Land Day.
PROCLAMATION: Deputy Director Riley Land Day
RECEIVING: Deputy Director Riley Land
Mayor’s Agenda Item #3(C): Read by Mayor Pro Tem Allen, declaring Tuesday, October 27,
2020 as Major John “J.D.” Hawk Day.
PROCLAMATION: Major John “J.D.” Hawk Day
RECEIVING: Major John “J.D.” Hawk
AUTHORIZATION REQUEST:
Mayor’s Agenda Item #4: APPROVED
4. Authorization of a Vendor Audit of the Columbus Trade and Convention Center. (Requested
by John Redmond, Internal Auditor)
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PRESENTATION:
Mayor’s Agenda Item #5: No Action Taken
5. Water and Sewer Rate Study. (Presented by Alex Hinton, Secretary to the Board)
CITY ATTORNEY’S AGENDA
ORDINANCES
City Attorney’s Agenda #1: Vote Result: ADOPTED
1. 2nd Reading - An ordinance providing for the demolition of structures; and for other
purposes. (Mayor Pro-Tem)
City Attorney’s Agenda #2: PUBLIC HEARING HELD: Vote Result: Delay First Reading.
2. 1st Reading - An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 20-018, the budget for the fiscal year
ending June 30, 2021 to reclassify positions in the Superior Court Accountability Court
Program and the Solicitor General’s Office Victim Witness Program, and for other purposes.
(Mayor Pro-Tem)
City Attorney’s Agenda #3: HEARING HELD: Vote Result: APPROVED request for property
tax refund in the amount of $4,269.08
3. HEARING:
Request for property tax refund. (Mr. Charles Wiggin)
PUBLIC AGENDA
1. Ms. Sharon Bunn, Re: The Columbus Water Works and the water rates. No Action Taken
2. Ms. Theresa El-Amin, representing Southern-Anti-Racism Network, Re: Criminal Justice
Reform. Not Present
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3. Mr. Marvin Broadwater, Sr., representing the Silent Majority, Re: Public Safety Advisory
Commission Ordinance Committee and non-Partisan vs. Partisan Local Ballot. No Action
Taken
4. Ms. Vickie Williams-Wiley, representing Sisters United, Re: Public art. No Action Taken
CITY MANAGER'S AGENDA
City Manager’s Agenda #1: Vote Result: APPROVED Concept Resolution and Policy on
Public Art Resolution
1. Public Art MOU – Advocacy thru Art
Approval is requested for the approval of an agreement between Columbus Consolidated
Government and Columbus State University for an Advocacy thru Arts Mural Project at 18th Street
and 5th Avenue.
City Manager’s Agenda #2: Vote Result: APPROVED
2. Midland Commons Tax Allocation District Fund Grant - Midland Commons
Approval is requested for a Midland Commons Tax Allocation District (TAD) grant to JMC
Flatrock Partners LLC, to enhance the traffic circulation and on-site infrastructure improvements
for the development of the Midland Commons site.
City Manager’s Agenda #3: DELAYED by City Manager
3. Grants Management Policy Update
Approval is requested by resolution to update the City’s Grants Management Policy. Revisions to
the current policy are needed in order to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal rules and
regulations pertaining to grants administration and oversight. Minor policy revisions include
requiring pay plan classifications for all grant funded positions, prohibition of pay supplements
using grant funds, and allowing adopted pay increases as approved by Council if grant funding is
available.
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City Manager’s Agenda #4: Vote Result: APPROVED
4. Contract Extension with Columbus Convention and Visitors Bureau
Approval is requested to extend the intergovernmental agreement between the Columbus
Consolidated Government and the Columbus Convention and Visitors Bureau (CCVB) for an
additional five-year period.
City Manager’s Agenda #5: Vote Result: APPROVED
5. Camp David RV Resort Lessor Agreement and Georgia Power Easement
Approval is requested of a Lessor Agreement, Georgia Power Easement, and any other documents
pertaining to Historic Westville, Inc sublessor, Camp David RV Resort.
City Manager’s Agenda #6: Vote Result: APPROVED
6. Letter of Map Revision (LOMR) Request- Weracoba Creek Basin Flood Study
Approval is requested to adopt and submit a LOMR to FEMA to revise the Flood Insurance Rate
Maps (FIRM) associated with the Weracoba Creek Basin
City Manager’s Agenda #7: Vote Result: APPROVED
7. FY2022 5303 Grant Application for Planning Assistance
Approval is requested to authorize the Department of Transportation/METRA to apply to the
Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) for capital, planning and operating grants in the
amount of $130,159.00 or otherwise awarded. Approval is also requested to authorize the City
Manager to accept grant funds if approved and execute contracts with GDOT. A ten percent match
from the City is required.
City Manager’s Agenda #8: Vote Result: APPROVED
8. U.S. Department of Justice, Project Safe Neighborhoods Grant
Approval is requested to submit an application and accept a Project Safe Neighborhoods
reimbursement grant for the Federal Fiscal Year 2020 for $40,000, or as otherwise awarded, with
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no local match requirement, to be used for eligible projects as defined in the grant, and to amend
the Multi-governmental Fund by the amount awarded. The Project Safe Neighborhoods Grant
program is used to assist in the investigations, training, and education projects concerning criminal
street gangs.
9. 2020 Legislative Agenda – Add-Ons
Approval is requested of the resolution for the 2021 Legislative Session of the Georgia General
Assembly, which the Mayor and Council deem appropriate.
City Manager’s Agenda #9 (1): Vote Result: APPROVED
(1) CASINO GAMING REFERENDUM:
The Columbus Consolidated Government is requesting the legislative delegation introduce or
support legislation to authorize a statewide referendum for a constitutional amendment to allow
Georgia citizens to vote as to whether casino gaming should be allowed in Georgia for the purpose
of Hope Scholarship funding. Further, if any such constitutional amendment is adopted, this
Council requests a local referendum be established for approval or rejection of any such casino
gaming in Muscogee County. (Request of Councilor Evelyn Mimi Woodson/Carry Over from
Previous Years)
City Manager’s Agenda #9 (2): Vote Result: DEFEATED
(2) INFRASTRUCTURE SUPPORT FOR LOCAL GOVERMENTS WHERE
CASSINOS ARE APROVED:
The Columbus Consolidated Government respectfully requests that the local legislative delegation
advocate for any legislation authorizing a referendum on the approval of cassino gaming
operations in Georgia also require a funding mechanism from the proceeds from such operation
to be used to fund county infrastructure serving casino gaming operations, including but not limited
to, roads and streets, sewage disposal, trash collection, law enforcement and fire and ems response.
(Request of Councilor Glenn Davis)
City Manager’s Agenda #9 (3): Vote Result: APPROVED
(3) SMALL BUSINESS RELIEF:
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The Columbus Council is requesting that the legislative delegation introduce legislation to study
and implement ways that programs of temporary loan deferment and forbearance can be implemented
in Georgia to provide temporary relief to small businesses facing disruption, closure, foreclosure or
bankruptcy as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic.
City Manager’s Agenda #9 (4): Vote Result: APPROVED
(4) OPPOSE PREEMPTION OF REGULATION OF PET SALES BY LOCAL
GOVERNMENTS:
The Columbus Council is requesting that the local delegation oppose any legislation in the General
Assembly which would preempt local governments from regulating the sales of animals to be kept
as pets. (Request of Councilor Davis)
City Manager’s Agenda #9 (5): Vote Result: APPROVED
(5) RESIDENTIAL DRUG ABUSE TREATMENT CENTERS (Prompt Notification
of Local Authorities Upon Licensing):
The Columbus Consolidated Government respectfully requests that the local legislative delegation
introduce state-wide legislation that will require prompt notification of county and city police and
fire departments, licensing departments, and planning and zoning departments upon licensing or
licensing changes of residential care centers as defined and used below. (Request of Councilor
Glenn Davis)
City Manager’s Agenda #9 (6): Vote Result: APPROVED
(6) PUBLIC UTILITIES AND PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM RESERVOIRS:
The Columbus Consolidated Government is requesting the following actions of the legislative
delegation so as to better protect public water system reservoirs such as Lake Oliver in Columbus,
Georgia:
(1) consider amendments to or removal of exemptions to the Erosion and Sedimentation
Act of 1975 for certain public utilities and public water system reservoirs;
(2) request that the General Assembly and U.S. Corps of Engineers perform additional
environmental studies at appropriate intervals to evaluate water flows, water quality
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siltation and sedimentation buildup on riverbanks in the Chattahoochee River above
Columbus, Georgia; and
(3) explore options whereby the State can provide funding necessary for dredging of such
local public waterways to mitigate and restore siltation and sedimentation damage.
(Request of Councilor Glenn Davis)
City Manager’s Agenda #9 (7): Vote Result: APPROVED
(7) PERSONAL CARE HOMES (Prompt Notification of Local Authorities Upon
Licensing):
The Columbus Consolidated Government respectfully requests that the local legislative delegation
introduce state-wide legislation that will require prompt notification of county and city police and
fire departments, licensing departments, and planning and zoning departments upon licensing or
licensing changes of child-caring institutions, foster care homes, and personal care homes as
defined and used above. (Request of Councilor Glenn Davis/Carry Over From Previous Years)
City Manager’s Agenda #9 (8): Vote Result: APPROVED
(8) PERSONAL CARE HOMES (Minimum Staffing Requirement):
The Columbus Consolidated Government is requesting the local legislative delegation to the
Georgia General Assembly introduce state-wide legislation that will require minimum staffing of
two trained supervisors or managers between the hours of 6:00 pm and 6:00 am at child-caring
institutions, foster care homes, and personal care homes. We also request that the local delegation
to the Georgia General Assembly require that all such child-caring institutions, foster care homes,
and personal care homes be accredited by a national accrediting body such as COA or CARF.
(Request of Councilor Glenn Davis/Carry Over From Previous Years)
10. PURCHASES
City Manager’s Agenda #10(A): Vote Result: APPROVED
A. Dual Axle Utility Trailers with Tool Carrying Cage – RFB No. 20-0022
City Manager’s Agenda #10(B): Vote Result: APPROVED
B. Zero-Turn Mowers – Sourcewell Cooperative Contract
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City Manager’s Agenda #10(C): Vote Result: APPROVED
C. Panasonic Toughbook Laptops for Sheriff’s Department
City Manager’s Agenda Add-On Resolution: Vote Result: APPROVED
ADD-ON RESOLUTION – A resolution authorizing each full-time regular employee to receive
a one-time COVID-19 bonus of $650 for those employees on payroll as of 10/30/2020.
EMERGENCY PURCHASES
Emergency Purchase (Information Only)
SECURITY CAMERAS AND NOTIFICATION SOFTWARE FOR CCG SAFETY
IMPROVEMENTS AND EMERGENCY NOTIFICATION SYSTEM
During the week of October 12th, two incidents occurred at the Government Center which
required notification to City employees and visitors of possible safety threats. Although the
incidents were handled professionally by Public Safety, the incidents revealed improvements
were needed regarding notification to employees and visitors. This has led the City Manager
to act immediately to improve the notification system for the Government Center Complex
and other City facilities.
On October 17, 2020, the City Manager approved the purchase of an emergency notification
system that will be delivered through the CISCO Desk Phone System of every employee when
threats occur. The Sheriff’s Office Security Division will make these calls when needed.
Additionally, the City Manager also approved the purchase of several additional cameras
and/or the replacement of existing cameras throughout the Government Center and East/West
Wings to provide additional coverage in areas that are lacking proper coverage.
The notification software system will be purchased from SingleWire in the amount of
$61,920.50. The Cameras will be purchased from the City’s annual contracted vendor for
Security Surveillance Equipment, Adapttosolve, in the amount of $38,300.00.
Funds are available in the FY21 Budget: General Fund – Miscellaneous – Contingency.
11. UPDATES AND PRESENTATIONS
A. CARES Act Update - Lisa Goodwin, Deputy City Manager. Delayed
B. Traffic Study Update, Donna Newman, Engineering Director. Delayed
C. COVID-19 Bonus Pay – Reather Hollowell, Human Resource Director. No Action
Taken
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BID ADVERTISEMENT
October 28, 2020
1. Emergency Medical Supplies (Annual Contract) – RFB No. 21-0013
Scope of Bid
Provide various emergency medical supplies on an “as needed” basis to include: Airway
Supplies, Intravenous Supplies, Oxygen Delivery Supplies, Bandages, Exposure Control
Supplies, OB Supplies, First Aid Supplies, Cardiac Supplies, Exam Gloves and Warehouse
Stock including PPE Supplies. The contract term will be for two (2) years with the option
to renew for three additional twelve-month periods.
October 30, 2020
1. Redevelopment Opportunity for Farmers Market – RFP No. 21-0005
Scope of RFP
Columbus Consolidated Government is seeking proposals from experienced, creative
architects, building and real estate development firms OR a philanthropic individual or
nonprofit group to present a redevelopment plan for adaptive reuse of the Former Georgia
State Farmers Market. The redevelopment plan shall be consistent with applicable deed
restrictions.
November 6, 2020
1. Supplemental Yard Waste Collection Services (Annual Contract) – RFP No. 21-0018
Scope of RFP
The Consolidated Government of Columbus, Georgia (the City) is soliciting proposals for
supplemental yard waste collection services. The successful contractor(s) shall provide all
equipment and personnel to perform yard waste collection services on five (5) of the City’s
fourteen (14) routes.
The term of the contract shall be for one (1) year, with the option to renew for four (4)
additional twelve-month periods.
2. Mobile Technology System for Waste Collection Vehicles – RFP No. 21-0015
Scope of RFP
Columbus Consolidated Government is seeking proposals from qualified vendors to
provide a Mobile Technology System for use by the Department of Public Works/Solid
Waste and Recycling Collection Division.
November 13, 2020
1. Paper & Plastic Products (Annual Contract) – RFB No. 21-0016
Scope of RFB
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Provide paper and plastic products, of various types and quantities, to Columbus
Consolidated Government (the City). The products will be purchased by the Public Works
department on an "as needed" basis. This contract may also be utilized by any other City
agency requiring the goods.
The term of contract shall be for two (2) years, with the option to renew for three (3)
additional twelve-month periods. Contract renewal will be contingent upon the mutual
agreement of the City and the Contractor.
CLERK OF COUNCIL’S AGENDA
ENCLOSURES - INFORMATION ONLY
Clerk of Council’s Agenda #1: No Action Taken
1. Albright, Fortenberry & Nina, LLP submitted one (1) copy of the Audited Financial
Statements and one (1) copy of the Compliance Reports for the Columbus Department of
Public Health for the year ended June 30, 2020.
ENCLOSURES - ACTION REQUESTED
Clerk of Council’s Agenda #2: Vote Result: APPROVED
2. RESOLUTION: A resolution cancelling the November 3, 2020 and December 1, 2020
Proclamation Sessions.
Clerk of Council’s Agenda #3: Vote Result: APPROVED
3. RESOLUTION: A resolution excusing Councilor Evelyn “Mimi” Woodson from the
October 13, 2020 Council Meeting.
Clerk of Council’s Agenda #4: Vote Result: RECEIVED
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4. FINANCE REPORT RESOLUTION: A resolution receiving the report of the Director of
Finance concerning certain alcoholic beverage licenses processed during the month of
September 2020 and approving the same.
Clerk of Council’s Agenda #5: Vote Result: RECEIVED
5. Minutes of the following boards:
Board of Tax Assessors, #35-20
Board of Water Commissioners, August 10, 2020
Community Development Advisory Council, May 11, 2020
Keep Columbus Beautiful Commission, October 8 and 13, 2020
Public Safety Advisory Commission Ordinance Committee, October 6, 2020
Uptown Facade Board, May 18 and July 20, 2020
BOARD APPOINTMENTS - ACTION REQUESTED
6. MAYOR’S APPOINTMENTS- ANY NOMINATIONS MAY BE CONFIRMED FOR
THIS MEETING:
Clerk of Council’s Agenda #6(A): No Action Taken
A. CHARTER REVIEW COMMISSION:
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Clerk of Council’s Agenda #6(B): NOMINATION: Mayor Henderson nominated Tiffani Stacy
to succeed herself; Vote Result: CONFIRMED
B. HOUSING AUTHORITY OF COLUMBUS:
Tiffani Stacy- Interested in Serving another term (Mayor’s Appointment)
(Resident Member)
Eligible to succeed
Term Expires: November 16, 2020
7. COUNCIL APPOINTMENTS- READY FOR VOTE TABULATION:
Clerk of Council’s Agenda #7(A): Vote Result: DELAYED
A. AIRPORT COMMISSION:
Thomas Forsberg (Council’s Appointment)
Eligible to succeed
Term Expired: December 31, 2020
*The Columbus Airport Commission has submitted three nominees for the seat of
Mr. Thomas Forsberg: Mr. Art Guin, Dr. Kamesha Harbison and Mr. John P. Steed.
These are five-year terms. Board meets monthly.
Women: 1
Senatorial District 15: 2
Senatorial District 29: 3
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8. COUNCIL DISTRICT SEAT APPOINTMENTS- ANY NOMINATIONS MAY BE
CONFIRMED FOR THIS MEETING:
Clerk of Council’s Agenda #8(A): NOMINATION: Councilor Barnes nominated Chris
Wightman for District 1; Vote Result: CONFIRMED; NOMINATION: Councilor Thomas
nominated John Shinkle for District 9; Vote Result: CONFIRMED
A. CHARTER REVIEW COMMISSION:
____________________ (District 1 Appointment- Barnes)
____________________ (District 2 Appointment- Davis)
____________________ (District 3 Appointment- Huff)
____________________ (District 7 Appointment- Woodson)
John Shinkle (District 9 Appointment- Thomas)
Clerk of Council’s Agenda #8(B): NOMINATION: Councilor Tucker nominated Belvin Millner
for District 4; Vote Result: CONFIRMED
B. PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMISSION:
Geraldine Buckner- Nomination of Belvin Millner (District 4- Tucker)
Term Expires: October 31, 2020
Not Eligible to succeed
These terms are three years. Board meets monthly.
Clerk of Council’s Agenda #8(C): NOMINATION: Councilor Barnes nominated Lonnie Boyd
for District 1; Vote Result: CONFIRMATION; NOMINATION: Councilor Woodson
nominated Brantley Pittman for District 7; Vote Result: CONFIRMED; NOMINATION:
Councilor Garrett nominated Ryan Stanford for District 8; Vote Result: CONFIRMED
C. RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD:
John Lawson (District 6- Allen)
Not Eligible to succeed
Term Expires: December 31, 2019
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Willie Dickerson (District 4- Tucker)
Not Eligible to succeed
Term Expires: December 31, 2020
Lonnie Boyd (District 1- Barnes)
Eligible to succeed
Term Expires: December 31, 2020
Brantley Pittman- Interested in Serving another term (District 7- Woodson)
Eligible to succeed
Term Expires: December 31, 2020
Hayden Barnes- Interested in Serving another term (District 8- Garrett)
Eligible to succeed
Term Expires: December 31, 2020
The terms are five years. Board meets every other month.
9. COUNCIL’S APPOINTMENTS- ANY NOMINATIONS WOULD BE LISTED FOR
THE NEXT MEETING:
Clerk of Council’s Agenda #9(A): No Action Taken
A. BOARD OF ELECTIONS AND REGISTRATION:
Linda Parker (Democratic Party Nomination)
Eligible to succeed Council’s Confirmation
Term Expires: December 31, 2019
Women: 4
Senatorial District 15: 3
Senatorial District 29: 2
The term is four years. Board meets monthly.
Clerk of Council’s Agenda #9(B): NOMINATION: Councilor Huff nominated Yasmin
Cathright to succeed herself.
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B. BOARD OF HEALTH:
Yasmin Cathright- Interested in Serving another term Open for Nominations
Eligible to succeed (Council’s Appointment)
Term Expires: December 31, 2020
Women: 3
Senatorial District 15: 1
Senatorial District 29: 4
This is a five-year term. Board meets monthly.
Clerk of Council’s Agenda #9(C): NOMINATION: Councilor Barnes nominated Patricia
Hunter to succeed herself; NOMINATION: Councilor Crabb nominated Lanitra Sandifer to
succeed Patricia Hunter.
C. BOARD OF TAX ASSESSORS:
Patricia Hunter- Interested in Serving another term Open for Nominations
Eligible to succeed (Council’s Appointment)
Term Expires: December 31, 2020
Councilor Barnes is re-nominating Patricia Hunter to serve another term.
Councilor Crabb is nominating Lanitra Sandifer for the seat of Patricia Hunter.
(Members must meet special qualifications as required by Georgia Law.)
Women: 2
Senatorial District 15: 1
Senatorial District 29: 4
This is a four-year term. Board meets weekly.
Clerk of Council’s Agenda #9(D): No Action Taken
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D. COOPERATIVE EXTENSION ADVISORY BOARD:
Brenda Foreman Open for Nominations
Not Interested in Serving another term (Council’s Appointment)
Term Expires: December 31, 2020
Women: 5
Senatorial District 15: 2
Senatorial District 29: 3
This is a six-year term. Board meets quarterly.
Clerk of Council’s Agenda #9(E): No Action Taken
E. CRIME PREVENTION BOARD:
Timothy K. Weeks Open for Nominations
(Resigned) (Council’s Appointment)
SD-29 Representative
Term Expires: March 31, 2019
This is a four-year term. Board meets monthly.
Women: 2
Senatorial District 15: 3
Senatorial District 29: 4
Clerk of Council’s Agenda #9(F): Vote Result: Forward the names of Jennings Chester, Warner
Kennon, Jr. and Sarah Banks-Lang for the seat of Jennings Chester to the Hospital Authority
for selection; Vote Result: Forward the names of Jennings Chester, Warner Kennon, Jr. and
Sarah Banks-Lang for the seat of Warner Kennon, Jr. to the Hospital Authority for selection;
Forward the names of Jennings Chester, Warner Kennon, Jr. and Sarah Banks-Lang for the
seat of Sarah Banks-Lang to the Hospital Authority for selection.
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F. HOSPITAL AUTHORITY OF COLUMBUS:
Jennings Chester Open for Nominations
Eligible to succeed (Council’s Appointment)
Term Expires: November 14, 2020
Warner Kennon, Jr. Open for Nominations
Eligible to succeed (Council’s Appointment)
Term Expires: November 14, 2020
Sarah Banks-Lang Open for Nominations
Eligible to succeed (Council’s Appointment)
Term Expires: November 14, 2020
*The Council submits three (3) nominees to the Hospital Authority for each seat and the
Hospital Authority selects the successor for Council’s confirmation.
The terms are three years. Board meets monthly.
Women: 4
Senatorial District 15: 7
Senatorial District 29: 2
Clerk of Council’s Agenda #9(G): NOMINATION: Councilor Thomas nominated Robert Hecht
to succeed himself.
G. TREE BOARD:
Robert Hecht Open for Nominations
Eligible to succeed (Council’s Appointment)
Commercial and Industrial Development Member
Term Expires: December 31, 2020
Frank Tommey Open for Nominations
Not Eligible to succeed (Council’s Appointment)
Residential Development Member
Term Expires: December 31, 2020
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Troy Keller Open for Nominations
Not Eligible to succeed (Council’s Appointment)
Educator Member
Term Expires: December 31, 2020
Beverly Kinner Open for Nominations
Not Eligible to succeed (Council’s Appointment)
Residential Development Member
Term Expires: December 31, 2020
This is a four-year term. Meets as needed.
Women: 6
Senatorial District 15: 4
Senatorial District 29: 7
RESOLUTION 297-20:
At the direction of City Attorney Fay, Councilor Garrett made a motion to allow Councilor
Woodson’s vote to be in the affirmative for Resolution 297-20 where she was absent for the
meeting, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Allen and carried unanimously by the ten members present.
EXECUTIVE SESSION:
At the request of Mayor Henderson, Mayor Pro Tem Allen made a motion to go into executive
session to discuss matters of real estate, seconded by Councilor Woodson and carried unanimously
by the ten members present, with the time being 11:45 p.m.
The Regular Meeting reconvened at 11:59 p.m., at which time, Mayor Henderson announced that
the Council did meet in executive session to discuss real estate matters; however, there were no
votes taken.
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CHANGE TO MEETING SCHEDULE FOR NOVEMBER 2020:
Councilor Tucker made a motion to cancel the 5:30 p.m. meeting on November 24, 2020 and add
a meeting at 9:00 a.m. on November 17, 2020, seconded by Councilor Woodson and carried
unanimously by the ten members present.
With there being no further business to discuss, Mayor Henderson entertained a motion for
adjournment. Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Allen to adjourn the October 27, 2020 Regular Meeting,
seconded by Councilor Woodson and carried unanimously by the ten members present, with the
time being 12:00 a.m.
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Agenda
Council Members
R. Gary Allen Jerry 'Pops' Barnes John M. House R. Walker Garrett Judy W. Thomas
Charmaine Crabb Glenn Davis Bruce Huff Toyia Tucker Evelyn 'Mimi' Woodson
Clerk of Council
Sandra T. Davis
Columbus Civic Center October 27, 2020
400 4th Street, Arena Floor 5:30 PM
Columbus, Georgia 31901 Regular Meeting
M A Y O R’ S A G E N D A
CALL TO ORDER: Mayor B.H. "Skip" Henderson, III, Presiding
INVOCATION: Offered by Pastor Colley Williams of New Covenant Church
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Led by Mayor Henderson
MINUTES
1. Approval of minutes for the October 13, 2020 Council Meeting and Executive Session.
UPDATE:
2. An update on COVID-19
PROCLAMATIONS:
3. PROCLAMATION: Deputy Chief James Greg Lang Day
RECEIVING: Deputy Chief James Greg Lang
PROCLAMATION: Deputy Director Riley Land Day
RECEIVING: Deputy Director Riley Land
PROCLAMATION: Major John “J.D.” Hawk Day
RECEIVING: Major John “J.D.” Hawk
AUTHORIZATION REQUEST:
4. Authorization of a Vendor Audit of the Columbus Trade and Convention Center. (Requested by
John Redmond, Internal Auditor)
PRESENTATION:
5. Water and Sewer Rate Study. (Presented by Alex Hinton, Secretary to the Board)
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CITY ATTORNEY’S AGENDA
ORDINANCES
1. 2nd Reading - An ordinance providing for the demolition of structures; and for other
purposes. (Mayor Pro-Tem)
2. 1st Reading - An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 20-018, the budget for the fiscal year
ending June 30, 2021 to reclassify positions in the Superior Court Accountability Court Program
and the Solicitor General’s Office Victim Witness Program; and for other purposes. (Mayor Pro-
Tem)
3. HEARING:
Request for tax property tax refund (Mr. Charles Wiggin)
PUBLIC AGENDA
1. Ms. Sharon Bunn, Re: The Columbus Water Works and the water rates.
2. Ms. Theresa El-Amin, representing Southern-Anti-Racism Network, Re: Criminal Justice
Reform.
3. Mr. Marvin Broadwater, Sr., representing the Silent Majority, Re: Public Safety Advisory
Commission Ordinance Committee and non-Partisan vs. Partisan Local Ballot.
4. Ms. Vickie Williams-Wiley, representing Sisters United, Re: Public art.
CITY MANAGER'S AGENDA
1. Public Art MOU – Advocacy thru Art
Approval is requested for the approval of an agreement between Columbus Consolidated
Government and Columbus State University for an Advocacy thru Arts Mural Project at 18th
Street and 5th Avenue.
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2. Midland Commons Tax Allocation District Fund Grant – Midland Commons
Approval is requested for a Midland Commons Tax Allocation District (TAD) grant to JMC
Flatrock Partners LLC, to enhance the traffic circulation and on-site infrastructure improvements
for the development of the Midland Commons site.
3. Grants Management Policy Update
Approval is requested by resolution to update the City’s Grants Management Policy. Revisions
to the current policy are needed in order to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal rules
and regulations pertaining to grants administration and oversight. Minor policy revisions include
requiring pay plan classifications for all grant funded positions, prohibition of pay supplements
using grant funds, and allowing adopted pay increases as approved by Council if grant funding
is available.
4. Contract Extension with Columbus Convention and Visitors Bureau
Approval is requested to extend the intergovernmental agreement between the Columbus
Consolidated Government and the Columbus Convention and Visitors Bureau (CCVB) for an
additional five-year period.
5. Camp David RV Resort Lessor Agreement and Georgia Power Easement
Approval is requested of a Lessor Agreement, Georgia Power Easement, and any other
documents pertaining to Historic Westville, Inc sublessor, Camp David RV Resort.
6. Letter of Map Revision (LOMR) Request- Weracoba Creek Basin Flood Study
Approval is requested to adopt and submit a LOMR to FEMA to revise the Flood Insurance Rate
Maps (FIRM) associated with the Weracoba Creek Basin
7. FY2022 5303 Grant Application for Planning Assistance
Approval is requested to authorize the Department of Transportation/METRA to apply to the
Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) for capital, planning and operating grants in the
amount of $130,159.00 or otherwise awarded. Approval is also requested to authorize the City
Manager to accept grant funds if approved and execute contracts with GDOT. A ten percent
match from the City is required.
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8. U.S. Department of Justice, Project Safe Neighborhoods Grant
Approval is requested to submit an application and accept a Project Safe Neighborhoods
reimbursement grant for the Federal Fiscal Year 2020 for $40,000, or as otherwise awarded, with
no local match requirement, to be used for eligible projects as defined in the grant, and to amend
the Multi-governmental Fund by the amount awarded. The Project Safe Neighborhoods Grant
program is used to assist in the investigations, training, and education projects concerning
criminal street gangs.
9. 2020 Legislative Agenda – Add-Ons
Approval is requested of the resolution for the 2021 Legislative Session of the Georgia General
Assembly, which the Mayor and Council deem appropriate.
10. PURCHASES
A. Dual Axle Utility Trailers with Tool Carrying Cage – RFB No. 20-0022
B. Zero-Turn Mowers – Sourcewell Cooperative Contract
C. Panasonic Toughbook Laptops for Sheriff’s Department
ADD-ON RESOLUTION – A resolution authorizing each full time regular employee to receive a
one-time COVID-19 bonus of $650 for those employees on payroll as of 10/30/2020.
EMERGENCY PURCHASES
1. Emergency Purchase (Information Only)
IMPROVEMENTS AND EMERGENCY NOTIFICATION SYSTEM
During the week of October 12th, two incidents occurred at the Government Center which
required notification to City employees and visitors of possible safety threats. Although the
incidents were handled professionally by Public Safety, the incidents revealed improvements
were needed regarding notification to employees and visitors. This has led the City Manager to
act immediately to improve the notification system for the Government Center Complex and
other City facilities.
On October 17, 2020, the City Manager approved the purchase of an emergency notification
system that will be delivered through the CISCO Desk Phone System of every employee when
threats occur. The Sheriff’s Office Security Division will make these calls when needed.
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Additionally, the City Manager also approved the purchase of several additional cameras and/or
the replacement of existing cameras throughout the Government Center and East/West Wings to
provide additional coverage in areas that are lacking proper coverage.
The notification software system will be purchased from SingleWire in the amount of
$61,920.50. The Cameras will be purchased from the City’s annual contracted vendor for
Security Surveillance Equipment, Adapttosolve, in the amount of $38,300.00.
Funds are available in the FY21 Budget: General Fund – Miscellaneous – Contingency.
11. UPDATES AND PRESENTATIONS
A. CARES Act Update - Lisa Goodwin, Deputy City Manager
B. Traffic Study Update, Donna Newman, Engineering Director
C. COVID-19 Bonus Pay – Reather Hollowell, Human Resource Director
BID ADVERTISEMENT
October 28, 2020
1. Emergency Medical Supplies (Annual Contract) – RFB No. 21-0013
Scope of Bid
Provide various emergency medical supplies on an “as needed” basis to include: Airway
Supplies, Intravenous Supplies, Oxygen Delivery Supplies, Bandages, Exposure Control
Supplies, OB Supplies, First Aid Supplies, Cardiac Supplies, Exam Gloves and Warehouse
Stock including PPE Supplies. The contract term will be for two (2) years with the option to
renew for three additional twelve-month periods.
October 30, 2020
1. Redevelopment Opportunity for Farmers Market – RFP No. 21-0005
Scope of RFP
Columbus Consolidated Government is seeking proposals from experienced, creative
architects, building and real estate development firms OR a philanthropic individual or
nonprofit group to present a redevelopment plan for adaptive reuse of the Former Georgia
State Farmers Market. The redevelopment plan shall be consistent with applicable deed
restrictions.
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November 6, 2020
1. Supplemental Yard Waste Collection Services (Annual Contract) – RFP No. 21-0018
Scope of RFP
The Consolidated Government of Columbus, Georgia (the City) is soliciting proposals for
supplemental yard waste collection services. The successful contractor(s) shall provide all
equipment and personnel to perform yard waste collection services on five (5) of the City’s
fourteen (14) routes.
The term of the contract shall be for one (1) year, with the option to renew for four (4)
additional twelve-month periods.
2. Mobile Technology System for Waste Collection Vehicles – RFP No. 21-0015
Scope of RFP
Columbus Consolidated Government is seeking proposals from qualified vendors to provide
a Mobile Technology System for use by the Department of Public Works/Solid Waste and
Recycling Collection Division.
November 13, 2020
1. Paper & Plastic Products (Annual Contract) – RFB No. 21-0016
Scope of RFB
Provide paper and plastic products, of various types and quantities, to Columbus Consolidated
Government (the City). The products will be purchased by the Public Works department on
an "as needed" basis. This contract may also be utilized by any other City agency requiring
the goods.
The term of contract shall be for two (2) years, with the option to renew for three (3) additional
twelve-month periods. Contract renewal will be contingent upon the mutual agreement of the
City and the Contractor.
CLERK OF COUNCIL’S AGENDA
ENCLOSURES - INFORMATION ONLY
1. Albright, Fortenberry & Nina, LLP submitted one (1) copy of the Audited Financial Statements
and one (1) copy of the Compliance Reports for the Columbus Department of Public Health for
the year ended June 30, 2020.
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ENCLOSURES - ACTION REQUESTED
2. RESOLUTION: A resolution cancelling the November 3, 2020 and December 1, 2020
Proclamation Sessions.
3. RESOLUTION: A resolution excusing Councilor Evelyn “Mimi” Woodson from the October
13, 2020 Council Meeting.
4. FINANCE REPORT RESOLUTION: A resolution receiving the report of the Director of
Finance concerning certain alcoholic beverage licenses processed during the month of September
2020 and approving the same.
5. Minutes of the following boards:
Board of Tax Assessors, #35-20
Board of Water Commissioners, August 10, 2020
Community Development Advisory Council, May 11, 2020
Keep Columbus Beautiful Commission, October 8 and 13, 2020
Public Safety Advisory Commission Ordinance Committee, October 6, 2020
Uptown Facade Board, May 18 and July 20, 2020
BOARD APPOINTMENTS - ACTION REQUESTED
6. MAYOR’S APPOINTMENTS- ANY NOMINATIONS MAY BE CONFIRMED FOR
THIS MEETING:
A. CHARTER REVIEW COMMISSION:
____________________ (Mayor’s Appointment)
____________________ (Mayor’s Appointment)
____________________ (Mayor’s Appointment)
____________________ (Mayor’s Appointment)
____________________ (Mayor’s Appointment)
____________________ (Mayor’s Appointment)
____________________ (Mayor’s Appointment)
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____________________ (Mayor’s Appointment)
____________________ (Mayor’s Appointment)
____________________ (Mayor’s Appointment)
____________________ (Mayor’s Appointment)
____________________ (Mayor’s Appointment)
____________________ (Mayor’s Appointment)
____________________ (Mayor’s Appointment)
____________________ (Mayor’s Appointment)
B. HOUSING AUTHORITY OF COLUMBUS:
Tiffani Stacy- Interested in Serving another term (Mayor’s Appointment)
(Resident Member)
Eligible to succeed
Term Expires: November 16, 2020
7. COUNCIL APPOINTMENTS- READY FOR VOTE TABULATION:
A. AIRPORT COMMISSION:
Thomas Forsberg (Council’s Appointment)
Eligible to succeed
Term Expired: December 31, 2020
*The Columbus Airport Commission has submitted three nominees for the seat of Mr.
Thomas Forsberg: Mr. Art Guin, Dr. Kamesha Harbison and Mr. John P. Steed.
These are five-year terms. Board meets monthly.
Women: 1
Senatorial District 15: 2
Senatorial District 29: 3
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8. COUNCIL DISTRICT SEAT APPOINTMENTS- ANY NOMINATIONS MAY BE
CONFIRMED FOR THIS MEETING:
A. CHARTER REVIEW COMMISSION:
____________________ (District 1 Appointment- Barnes)
____________________ (District 2 Appointment- Davis)
____________________ (District 3 Appointment- Huff)
____________________ (District 7 Appointment- Woodson)
John Shinkle (District 9 Appointment- Thomas)
B. PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMISSION:
Geraldine Buckner- Nomination of Belvin Millner (District 4- Tucker)
Term Expires: October 31, 2020
Not Eligible to succeed
These terms are three years. Board meets monthly.
C. RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD:
John Lawson (District 6- Allen)
Not Eligible to succeed
Term Expires: December 31, 2019
Willie Dickerson (District 4- Tucker)
Not Eligible to succeed
Term Expires: December 31, 2020
Lonnie Boyd (District 1- Barnes)
Eligible to succeed
Term Expires: December 31, 2020
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Brantley Pittman- Interested in Serving another term (District 7- Woodson)
Eligible to succeed
Term Expires: December 31, 2020
Hayden Barnes- Interested in Serving another term (District 8- Garrett)
Eligible to succeed
Term Expires: December 31, 2020
The terms are five years. Board meets every other month.
9. COUNCIL’S APPOINTMENTS- ANY NOMINATIONS WOULD BE LISTED FOR
THE NEXT MEETING:
A. BOARD OF ELECTIONS AND REGISTRATION:
Linda Parker (Democratic Party Nomination)
Eligible to succeed Council’s Confirmation
Term Expires: December 31, 2019
Women: 4
Senatorial District 15: 3
Senatorial District 29: 2
The term is four years. Board meets monthly.
B. BOARD OF HEALTH:
Yasmin Cathright- Interested in Serving another term Open for Nominations
Eligible to succeed (Council’s Appointment)
Term Expires: December 31, 2020
Women: 3
Senatorial District 15: 1
Senatorial District 29: 4
This is a five-year term. Board meets monthly.
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C. BOARD OF TAX ASSESSORS:
Patricia Hunter- Interested in Serving another term Open for Nominations
Eligible to succeed (Council’s Appointment)
Term Expires: December 31, 2020
Councilor Barnes is re-nominating Patricia Hunter to serve another term.
Councilor Crabb is nominating Lanitra Sandifer for the seat of Patricia Hunter.
(Members must meet special qualifications as required by Georgia Law.)
Women: 2
Senatorial District 15: 1
Senatorial District 29: 4
This is a four-year term. Board meets weekly.
D. COOPERATIVE EXTENSION ADVISORY BOARD:
Brenda Foreman Open for Nominations
Not Interested in Serving another term (Council’s Appointment)
Term Expires: December 31, 2020
Women: 5
Senatorial District 15: 2
Senatorial District 29: 3
This is a six-year term. Board meets quarterly.
E. CRIME PREVENTION BOARD:
Timothy K. Weeks Open for Nominations
(Resigned) (Council’s Appointment)
SD-29 Representative
Term Expires: March 31, 2019
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This is a four-year term. Board meets monthly.
Women: 2
Senatorial District 15: 3
Senatorial District 29: 4
F. HOSPITAL AUTHORITY OF COLUMBUS:
Jennings Chester Open for Nominations
Eligible to succeed (Council’s Appointment)
Term Expires: November 14, 2020
Warner Kennon, Jr. Open for Nominations
Eligible to succeed (Council’s Appointment)
Term Expires: November 14, 2020
Sarah Banks-Lang Open for Nominations
Eligible to succeed (Council’s Appointment)
Term Expires: November 14, 2020
*The Council submits three (3) nominees to the Hospital Authority for each seat and the
Hospital Authority selects the successor for Council’s confirmation.
The terms are three years. Board meets monthly.
Women: 4
Senatorial District 15: 7
Senatorial District 29: 2
G. TREE BOARD:
Robert Hecht Open for Nominations
Eligible to succeed (Council’s Appointment)
Commercial and Industrial Development Member
Term Expires: December 31, 2020
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Frank Tommey Open for Nominations
Not Eligible to succeed (Council’s Appointment)
Residential Development Member
Term Expires: December 31, 2020
Troy Keller Open for Nominations
Not Eligible to succeed (Council’s Appointment)
Educator Member
Term Expires: December 31, 2020
Beverly Kinner Open for Nominations
Not Eligible to succeed (Council’s Appointment)
Residential Development Member
Term Expires: December 31, 2020
This is a four-year term. Meets as needed.
Women: 6
Senatorial District 15: 4
Senatorial District 29: 7
The City of Columbus strives to provide accessibility to individuals with disabilities and who require certain
accommodations in order to allow them to observe and/or participate in this meeting. If assistance is needed
regarding the accessibility of the meeting or the facilities, individuals may contact the Mayor’s Commission
for Persons with Disabilities at 706-653-4492 promptly to allow the City Government to make reasonable
accommodations for those persons.
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