Council Agenda - Regular Meeting

~~POST SUMMARY MINUTES~~ Council Chambers February 22, 2022 C. E. “Red” McDaniel City Services Center- Second Floor 5:30 PM 3111 Citizens Way, Columbus, GA 31906 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 (arrived at 5:31 p.m.) and Councilors Charmaine Crabb, Glenn Davis (arrived at 6:24 p.m.), R. Walker Garrett, John M. House, Bruce Huff (arrived at 5:34 p.m.), Judy W. Thomas, Toyia Tucker and Evelyn “Mimi” Woodson (via Microsoft Teams). City Manager Isaiah Hugley, City Attorney Clifton Fay, Clerk of Council Sandra T. Davis, and Deputy Clerk Pro Tem Tameka Colbert were present. ABSENT: Councilor Jerry “Pops” Barnes was absent. CALL TO ORDER: Mayor B.H. "Skip" Henderson, III, Presiding INVOCATION: Offered by Rabbi Shmuel Polin at Temple Israel of Columbus, Georgia PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Led by Mayor Henderson MINUTES Mayor’s Agenda #1: Vote Result: APPROVED 1. Approval of minutes for the February 8, 2022 Council Meeting and Executive Session. UPDATE: Mayor’s Agenda #2: No Action Taken 2. An update on COVID-19 PRESENTATION (ADD-ON): Mayor’s Agenda Add-On Item: No Action Taken 3. 2022 - 2024 PlanFirst Community Designation Certificates for the City of Columbus. (Presented by Ebony N. Simpson- Planning Outreach & Training Coordinator from Georgia Department of Community Affairs) CITY ATTORNEY’S AGENDA ORDINANCES City Attorney’s Agenda #1: Vote Result: ADOPTED 1. 2nd Reading- REZN-11-21-2151: An Ordinance amending the Zoning Atlas of the Consolidated Government of Columbus, Georgia to change certain boundaries of a district located at 1104 Leslie Drive / 3276 Victory Drive (parcel # 044-001-007 / 044-001-010 / 045-001-002 / 045-001-017) from RMF1 (Residential Multifamily 1) & GC (General Commercial) Zoning Districts to PUD (Planned Use Development) Zoning District. (Planning Department and PAC recommend approval.(Councilor Woodson) City Attorney’s Agenda #2: Vote Result: ADOPTED 2. 2nd Reading- REZN-11-21-2155: An Ordinance amending the Zoning Atlas of the Consolidated Government of Columbus, Georgia to change certain boundaries of a district located at 7217 Warm Springs Road (parcel # 109-001-008A) from GC (General Commercial) Zoning District to RMF2 (Residential Multifamily 2) Zoning District. (Planning Department and PAC recommend approval) (as amended on 1st Reading with condition) (Mayor Pro Tem) City Attorney’s Agenda #3: Vote Result: ADOPTED 3. 2nd Reading- REZN-12-21-2347:An Ordinance amending the Zoning Atlas of the Consolidated Government of Columbus, Georgia to change certain boundaries of a district located at 2807 Bradley Circle (parcel # 007-006-015) from RMF2 (Residential Multifamily 2) Zoning District to SFR4 (Single Family Residential 4) Zoning District. (Planning Department and PAC recommend approval) (Councilor Woodson) Page 2 of 17 City Attorney’s Agenda #4: Vote Result: ADOPTED 4. 2nd Reading- REZN-12-21-2348: An Ordinance amending the Zoning Atlas of the Consolidated Government of Columbus, Georgia to change certain boundaries of a district located at 5339 Thomason Avenue (parcel # 188-017-007) from SFR2 (Single Family Residential 2) Zoning District to NC (Neighborhood Commercial) Zoning District with conditions. Planning Department recommends conditional approval. PAC recommends approval) (Councilor Garrett) City Attorney’s Agenda #5: Vote Result: ADOPTED 5. 2nd Reading- An Ordinance enacting a districting plan for Columbus, Georgia’s Council seats; and for other purposes. (as amended 2-8-22) (Mayor Pro-Tem) City Attorney’s Agenda #6: PUBLIC HEARING HELD; Vote Result: AMENDED to add the following conditions: (1) No large commercial trailers or large commercial vehicles as defined in Columbus Code Section 20-1 will be parked or stored at this location. (2) No establishment which holds an on-premises alcohol license as a bar/pub, night club, or adult oriented establishment as such terms are defined in Columbus Code Section 3-1 nor any retail store which holds an off-premises liquor license shall be allowed to operate at this location. 6. 1st Reading- REZN-08-21-1522: An Ordinance amending the Zoning Atlas of the Consolidated Government of Columbus, Georgia to change certain boundaries of a district located at 6500 / 6516 Lynch Road (parcel # 129-001-001 / 129-001-002) from SFR2 (Single Family Residential 2) Zoning District to GC (General Commercial) Zoning District with conditions. (Planning recommends conditional approval and PAC recommends approval.) (Mayor Pro-Tem) City Attorney’s Agenda #7: PUBLIC HEARING HELD 7. 1st Reading- REZN-10-21-1929: An Ordinance amending the Zoning Atlas of the Consolidated Government of Columbus, Georgia to change certain boundaries of a district located at 877 Farr Road (parcel # 089-011-004) from RMF2 (Residential Multifamily 2) Zoning District to GC (General Commercial) Zoning District. Planning Department and PAC recommend approval. (Continued on 1st Reading from 12-07-22) (Councilor Huff) City Attorney’s Agenda #8: 1st Reading continued to March 8, 2022. 8. 1st Reading- An Ordinance amending Chapter 13 of the Columbus Code to revise Section 13-109 to prohibit maintaining a swimming pool in a manner that causes a health hazard or noxious odors; and for other purposes. (Councilor Barnes) Page 3 of 17 RESOLUTIONS City Attorney’s Agenda #9: Vote Result: APPROVED 9. A Bond Resolution of the Council of Columbus, Georgia to regulate and provide for the issuance of [$150,000,000] in aggregate principal amount of Columbus, Georgia, General Obligation Sales Tax Bonds Series 2022 (the “bonds”), to provide money for the purpose of acquiring, constructing and equipping judicial facilities in Columbus, Georgia (“Columbus”) and to pay costs associated with issuance of the bonds, as authorized by a vote of the qualified voters of Columbus in an election held on November 2, 2021, pursuant to and in conformity with the Constitution and Statutes of the State of Georgia; to regulate and provide for the form of the bonds; to provide for the assessment and collection of a direct annual tax sufficient in amount to pay the principal of and interest on the bonds; and for other purposes. (Mayor Pro- Tem) City Attorney’s Agenda #10: Vote Result: APPROVED 10. A Resolution amending Resolution Nos. 204-21 and 205-21 to designate an additional temporary alternative location for all Superior, State, Municipal, and Magistrate Courts sitting in Muscogee County to hold proceedings at 2100 Comer Avenue and to extend all temporary location authorizations up to and until December 31, 2022. (Request of Judge McBride) PUBLIC AGENDA 1. Mr. Ralph Dowe, representing Fraternal Order of Police, Re: Public Safety perspective of FOP membership (Columbus Police Department Employees). No Action Taken 2. Ms. Theresa El-Amin, representing Southern Anti-Racism Network, Re: Planning Department, construction, potholes and 2022 homicides. No Action Taken CITY MANAGER'S AGENDA City Manager’s Agenda #1: Vote Result: APPROVED 1. FY23 Holiday Schedule Approval is requested to approve the Holiday Schedule for the FY23 Budget Year. It is recommended that Friday, December 23, 2022 be designated as the floating holiday. Page 4 of 17 City Manager’s Agenda #2: Vote Result: APPROVED 2. 2021 State of Georgia Department of Community Affairs CDBG-CV Award (Feeding the Valley) – Project Specific Language Access Plan Adoption Approval is requested to adopt the language access plan specifically related to the 2021 State of Georgia Department of Community Affairs CDBG-CV grant award (Feeding the Valley Facility Expansion). City Manager’s Agenda #3: Vote Result: APPROVED 3. Donation Request for the 2022 Columbus Civic Center Unity Week Approval is requested to accept both financial and equipment donations from local business and organizations to be used for the 2022 Columbus Civic Center Unity Week & Juneteenth Jubilee. The first annual Unity Week & Juneteenth Jubilee will be the week of June 13th-18th. City Manager’s Agenda #4: Vote Result: APPROVED 4. Juvenile Drug Court Accountability Court State Grant Request Approval is requested to submit a grant application and if awarded, accept funds from the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council for the operation of the Muscogee County Juvenile Drug Court up to $100,000.00, or as otherwise awarded, and amend the Multi-Governmental Fund by the amount of the grant award. The grant period is from July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023. City Manager’s Agenda #5: Vote Result: APPROVED 5. Family Drug Court Accountability Court State Grant Request Approval is requested to submit a grant application and if awarded, accept funds from the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council for the operation of the Muscogee County Family Drug Court up to $50,000.00, or as otherwise awarded, and amend the Multi-Governmental Fund by the amount of the grant award. The grant period is from July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023. City Manager’s Agenda #6: Vote Result: APPROVED 6. Adult Drug Felony Court Grant Approval is requested to submit an application, and if approved, accept $298,441.52 or as otherwise awarded from the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council for the operation of the Muscogee County Adult Felony Drug Court, from July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 and to amend the Multi-governmental Fund by $298,441.52 or as otherwise awarded. The City is required to provide Page 5 of 17 a 12% cash matching funds ($32,000.00) to participate in this grant program. This cash match is satisfied in the salary and benefits of a current case manager who is paid for by the City ($32,000.00). City Manager’s Agenda #7: Vote Result: APPROVED 7. Bleacher Donation from Brookstone School Approval is requested to accept a donation of five sets of bleachers from Brookstone School to be used at Parks and Recreation ballfields. City Manager’s Agenda #8: Vote Result: APPROVED 8. Georgia Childcare and Parent Services (CAPS) Approval is requested to enter into the yearly agreement with the Georgia Childcare and Parent Services (CAPS) for funding in the approximate amount of $6308.00. This amount will cross over fiscal years 2022 and 2023. Bright from the Start distributes federal funding to enhance the quality and availability of childcare through Georgia’s Childcare and Parent Services Program (CAPS), which supports early education goals by assisting families who are considered low-income with the cost of childcare and works collaboratively with Columbus Parks & Recreations Community Schools Division to enhance early care education. City Manager’s Agenda #9: Vote Result: APPROVED 9. Street Acceptance – Logan Way and Liam Drive, Replat of Parcel “A” and Parcel “C” Part of Land Lot 83, 8th District Approval is requested for the street acceptance of Logan Way and Liam Drive, Replat of Parcel “A” and Parcel “C” Part of Land Lot 83, 8th District. The Engineering Department has inspected said streets and recommends acceptance. City Manager’s Agenda #10: Vote Result: APPROVED 10. Veterans Treatment Court Grant Approval is requested to submit an application, and if approved, accept $132,769.78 or as otherwise awarded from the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council for the operation of the Muscogee County Adult Felony Drug Court, from July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 and to amend the Multi-governmental Fund by $132,769.78 or as otherwise awarded. The City is required to provide a 12% cash matching funds ($15,000.00) to participate in this grant program. This cash match is satisfied in the 35% of salary and benefits of a current case manager who is paid for by the City ($50,406) the other 65% is used as match for Adult Drug Court. Page 6 of 17 City Manager’s Agenda #11 (A-G): Vote Result: APPROVED 11. PURCHASES A. Amendment 3 for Space Planning and Programming & Design Professional Services for Columbus Government Center Project – RFQ No. 20-0001 B. Amendment 1 for Construction Manager as General Contractor Services for Columbus Government Center Complex – RFQ No. 20-0002 C. Amendment 2 for Construction Manager as General Contractor Services for Columbus Government Center Complex – RFQ No. 20-0002 D. Fencing Materials (Re-Bid) (Annual Contract) RFB No. 22-0024 E. Amendment 1 For Consolidated Plan, Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area Plan, Annual Action Plan and Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice – RFP No. 21- 0019 F. Data Switches and Access Points for the Synovus Building and Comer Avenue Building – Georgia Statewide Contract Cooperative Purchase G. Software License Renewal for EVOQ Content Software 12. UPDATES AND PRESENTATIONS City Manager’s Agenda #12 (A): Vote Result: APPROVED additional $4,000 to FY 2022 Budget to compensate Part Time Associate Magistrate Judge A. Magistrate Court Update - Judge Steven Smith, Magistrate Court Judge City Manager’s Agenda #12 (B): Vote Result: APPROVED additional $128,000 to FY 2022 Budget for services provided to victims within State Court B. Solicitor General - Victim Witness Update - Suzanne Goddard, Solicitor General C. Finance Monthly Update - Angelica Alexander, Finance Director. No Action Taken D. Add-On: Columbus Consolidated Government Vacancies Update - Reather Hollowell, Human Resources Director. No Action Taken Page 7 of 17  BID ADVERTISEMENT February 23, 2022 1. Double Churches Pool Resurfacing – RFB No. 22-0028 Scope of Bid Provide all labor, equipment and materials to resurface the pool at Double Churches Park. Time is of the essence; the work must be completed by April 26, 2022. 2. Side Loader 31-Yard Refuse Trucks – RFB No. 22-0027 Scope of Bid Provide a minimum of thirty (30), but not to exceed forty (40), side loader 31-yard refuse trucks with RFID Tag readers installed on the trucks. March 2, 2022 1. Stretcher Preventative Maintenance for Fire & EMS Dept (Annual Contract) – RFB No. 22-0029 Scope of RFB Upon notification by Columbus Fire and EMS, the successful vendor shall provide preventive maintenance service on an annual basis for the department stretchers, stair chairs and cot fastening systems, to include future implementation of the Stryker powerload system. Costs for labor for repairs outside of preventive maintenance shall include price listing of replacement parts related to the stretchers, stair chairs and cot fastening systems, both manual and powerload. The term of contract shall be for two (2) years, with the option to renew for three (3) additional twelve-month periods. 2. Fiber Contractor Services (Re-Bid) (Annual Contract) – RFB No. 22-0030 Scope of RFB Provide outdoor fiber runs, both overhead and underground, or a combination, to various locations of the Columbus Consolidated Government on an “as needed” basis. The contract term shall be for five (5) years with the option to renew for five (5) additional twelve-month periods. Contract renewal shall be contingent upon the mutual agreement of the City and the Contractor. March 4, 2022 1. Supplemental EMS Coverage (Annual Contract) – RFP No. 22-0022 Scope of RFP Columbus Consolidated Government, on behalf of the Columbus Fire and Emergency Medical Services Department, is requesting proposals for supplemental EMS coverage on a continual basis. Page 8 of 17  The contract term shall be for two years with the option to renew for three additional twelve-month periods. Contract renewal shall be contingent upon the mutual agreement of the City and the Contractor. 2. Management Services for Juvenile Justice Incentive Grant (Annual Contract) – RFP No. 22-0024 Scope of RFP Consolidated Government seeks proposals from experienced governmental Management Entities (ME) to develop and oversee an evidence-based continuum of care within Muscogee County. This continuum of care will reduce recidivism by addressing the criminogenic needs of youth under the custody and/or supervision of the Court and by strengthening family supports. The services shall commence on July 1, 2022. The contract term shall be for two years with the option to renew for three additional twelve-month periods. Contract renewal shall be contingent upon the mutual agreement of the City and the Contractor. March 9, 2022 1. Removal, Recycling, Reuse or Disposal of Mattresses and Box Springs from Pine Grove Landfill (Annual Contract) – RFB No. 22-0032 Scope of RFB Provide services on an “as needed” basis for the removal, recycling, reuse or disposal of mattresses and box springs for the Columbus Consolidated Government Public Works Department. The contract term shall be for two (2) years with the option to renew for three (3) additional twelve-month periods. Contract renewal shall be contingent upon the mutual agreement of the City and the Contractor. March 18, 2022 1. Lot Clearing and Solid Waste Removal (Annual Contract) – RFP No. 22-0023 Scope of RFP The Columbus Consolidated Government is seeking to contract with qualified vendors to perform Lot Clearing and Solid Waste Removal, on an “as needed” basis, for the collection of dumped bulky waste, the removal of solid and/or bulky waste on abandoned property as determined by the Inspections and Code Department, and for the purpose of collecting waste for court ordered evictions within Muscogee County. The contract term shall be for two years with the option to renew for three additional twelve-month periods. Contract renewal shall be contingent upon the mutual agreement of the City and the Contractor. Page 9 of 17 CLERK OF COUNCIL’S AGENDA ENCLOSURES - INFORMATION ONLY Clerk of Council’s Agenda #1: No Action Taken 1. Letter from Chairperson, Audrey Boone Tillman, submitting the recommendations from the 2021 Charter Review Commission. ENCLOSURES - ACTION REQUESTED Clerk of Council’s Agenda #2: Vote Result: APPROVED 2. Travel Authorization Request for Councilor Bruce Huff to attend the 2022 ACCG’s Annual Conference. Clerk of Council’s Agenda #3: Vote Result: RECEIVED 3. Minutes of the following boards: Board of Tax Assessors, #03-22 and #04-22 Community Development Advisory Council, June 10, 2021 Convention & Visitors Bureau, Board of Commissioners, November 17, 2021 Development Authority of Columbus, January 13, 2022 Hospital Authority of Columbus, October 26, 2021 Planning Advisory Commission, December 15, 2021 and January 5, 2022 Clerk of Council’s Agenda Add-On Resolution: Vote Result: APPROVED ADD-ON RESOLUTION: A Resolution excusing the absence of Councilor Jerry “Pops” Barnes from the February 22, 2022 Council Meeting. BOARD APPOINTMENTS - ACTION REQUESTED 4. MAYOR’S APPOINTMENTS- ANY NOMINATIONS MAY BE CONFIRMED FOR THIS MEETING: Clerk of Council’s Agenda #4 (A): No Action Taken Page 10 of 17  A. COMMISSION ON INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS & CULTURAL LIAISON ENCOUNTERS (CIRCLE): Akear Mewborn (Mayor’s Appointment) Does not desire reappointment Term Expires: March 1, 2022 These are four-year terms. Board meets monthly. Women: 6 Senatorial District 15: 5 Senatorial District 29: 5 Clerk of Council’s Agenda #4 (B): NOMINATION: Mayor Henderson nominated Benjamin Link to succeed Christy Lemieux on the Community Development Advisory Council; Vote Result: CONFIRMED appointment of Benjamin Link. B. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COUNCIL: Rev. Joseph Baker (Mayor’s Appointment) Not Eligible to succeed Term Expires: March 27, 2022 Christy Lemieux (Mayor’s Appointment) Not Eligible to succeed Term Expires: March 27, 2022 These are three-year terms. Board meets the months of February, May, September and December. Women: 8 Senatorial District 15: 9 Senatorial District 29: 4 Clerk of Council’s Agenda #4 (C): No Action Taken C. CRIME PREVENTION BOARD: Page 11 of 17  Joseph M. LaBranche (Mayor’s Appointment) (Fort Benning Liaison) Not Eligible to succeed Term Expires: March 31, 2022 These are three-year terms. Board meets monthly. Women: 4 Senatorial District 15: 2 Senatorial District 29: 5 5. COUNCIL’S APPOINTMENT- READY FOR CONFIRMATION: Clerk of Council’s Agenda #5 (A): Vote Result: CONFIRMED appointment of Toney Johnson to succeed Cathy Williams as the Historic Columbus Foundation representative on the Historic & Architectural Review Board. A. HISTORIC & ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD: Mr. Toney Johnson was nominated to succeed Cathy Williams as the Historic Columbus Foundation representative. (Councilor Woodson’s nominee) Term expires: January 31, 2025 6. COUNCIL DISTRICT SEAT APPOINTMENTS- ANY NOMINATIONS MAY BE CONFIRMED FOR THIS MEETING: Clerk of Council’s Agenda #6 (A): No Action Taken A. CIVIC CENTER ADVISORY BOARD: Spencer Cantrell (District 2- Davis) Eligible to serve another term Term Expires: March 1, 2022 Roeaster Coles (District 3- Huff) Not Eligible to serve another term Term Expires: March 1, 2022 These are three-year terms. Board meets every other month. Page 12 of 17 Clerk of Council’s Agenda #6 (B): No Action Taken B. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COUNCIL: Tamika McKenzie (District 5- Crabb) (No longer resident of CD5) Term Expires: March 27, 2022 John Partin (District 6- Allen) Eligible to succeed Term Expires: March 27, 2022 Barbara Chambers (District 1- Barnes) Not Eligible to succeed Term Expires: March 27, 2022 Johnson Trawick- Nominating Kyle Albright (District 8- Garrett) Not Eligible to succeed Term Expires: March 27, 2022 These are three-year terms. Board meets the months of February, May, September and December. Clerk of Council’s Agenda #6 (C): No Action Taken C. RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD: Lonnie Boyd (District 1- Barnes) Seat declared vacant Term Expires: December 31, 2025 Latshia Stephens-Archibald (District 3- Huff) Seat declared vacant Term Expired: December 31, 2023 These are five-year terms. Board meets monthly. Page 13 of 17 7. COUNCIL’S APPOINTMENTS- ANY NOMINATIONS WOULD BE LISTED FOR THE NEXT MEETING: Clerk of Council’s Agenda #7 (A): No Action Taken A. ANIMAL CONTROL ADVISORY BOARD: Lindsay Ellis Open for Nominations No longer a resident (Council’s Appointment) Term Expires: October 15, 2023 These are two-year terms. Board meets as needed. Women: 7 Senatorial District 15: 3 Senatorial District 29: 5 Clerk of Council’s Agenda #7 (B): No Action Taken B. COMMISSION ON INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS & CULTURAL LIAISON ENCOUNTERS (CIRCLE): Harry Underwood Open for Nominations Does not desire reappointment (Council’s Appointment) Term Expires: March 1, 2022 Rose Spencer Open for Nominations Not Eligible to serve another term (Council’s Appointment) Term Expired: March 1, 2021 SarahAnn Arcila Open for Nominations Resigned (Council’s Appointment) Term Expires: March 1, 2024 These are four-year terms. Board meets monthly. Women: 6 Senatorial District 15: 5 Senatorial District 29: 5 Page 14 of 17 Clerk of Council’s Agenda #7 (C): NOMINATION: Councilor Davis nominated Charles Sheffield to succeed Russ Carreker on the Development Authority. C. DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY: Russ Carreker Open for Nominations Passed Away (Council’s Confirmation) Term Expired: April 30, 2024 These are four-year terms. Board meets monthly. Women: 1 Senatorial District 15: 5 Senatorial District 29: 1 Clerk of Council’s Agenda #7 (D): NOMINATION: Councilor Davis nominated Jack Hayes to succeed William Bray as the Columbus Homebuilders Association representative on the Historic & Architectural Review Board. D. HISTORIC & ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD: Brian Luedtke Open for Nominations (Historic District Preservation Society) (Council’s Appointment) Eligible to succeed Term Expired: January 31, 2022 William Bray Open for Nominations (Columbus Homebuilders Assoc.) (Council’s Appointment) Not Eligible to succeed Term Expired: January 31, 2022 These are three-year terms. Board meets monthly. Women: 6 Senatorial District 15: 10 Senatorial District 29: 1 Page 15 of 17 Clerk of Council’s Agenda #7 (E): No Action Taken E. PERSONNEL REVIEW BOARD: Darlene Small Open for Nominations (Alternate Member 3) (Council’s Appointment) Not Eligible to succeed Term Expired: December 31, 2021 Dr. Shanita Pettaway Open for Nominations (Alternate Member 5) (Council’s Appointment) Resigned Term Expires: December 31, 2022 The terms are three years. Board meets monthly. Women: 3 Senatorial District 15: 5 Senatorial District 29: 3 Clerk of Council’s Agenda #7 (F): NOMINATION: Clerk of Council Davis submitted Councilor Barnes’ nomination of Dr. Xavier McCaskey to serve another term of office on the Planning Advisory Commission. F. PLANNING ADVISORY COMMISSION: Dr. Xavier McCaskey Open for Nominations Eligible to succeed (Council’s Appointment) Term Expires: March 31, 2022 The terms are three years. Board meets twice a month. Councilor Barnes is nominating Dr. Xavier McCaskey to serve another term. Women: 3 Senatorial District 15: 5 Senatorial District 29: 3 Page 16 of 17 UPCOMING BOARD APPOINTMENTS A. Animal Control Advisory Board B. Development Authority of Columbus C. Employee Benefits Committee D. Housing Authority of Columbus EXECUTIVE SESSION: Mayor Henderson entertained a motion to go into Executive Session to discuss matters of litigation and personnel as requested earlier in the meeting by City Attorney Fay. Mayor Pro Tem Allen made a motion to go into Executive Session, seconded by Councilor Tucker and carried unanimously by the nine members present, with Councilor Barnes being absent for the meeting, and the time being 8:04 p.m. The regular meeting reconvened at 8:57 p.m., at which time, Mayor Henderson announced that the Council did meet in executive session to discuss matters of litigation and personnel; however, there were no votes taken. With there being no further business to discuss, Mayor Henderson entertained a motion for adjournment. Motion by Councilor Thomas to adjourn the February 22, 2022, Regular Council Meeting, seconded by Councilor Tucker and carried unanimously by the nine members present with Councilors Barnes being absent for the meeting, and the time being 8:58 p.m. Page 17 of 17