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OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF SAVANNAH CITY COUNCIL MEETING November 19, 2013 CITY GOVERNMENT OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF CITY COUNCIL SAVANNAH, GEORGIA NOVEMBER 19, 2013 The regular meeting of Council was held this date at 2:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of City Hall. The Invocation was given by Pastor Wilson Scott of Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. PRESENT: Mayor Edna Jackson, Presiding Mayor Pro-Tem Van Johnson, II Alderman Tony Thomas, Chairman of Council Alderman Mary Osborne, Vice-Chairman of Council Aldermen Mary Ellen Sprague, Estella Shabazz, Carol Bell, John Hall City Manager Stephanie Cutter City Attorney W. Brooks Stillwell Assistant City Attorneys William W. Shearouse & Lester B. Johnson, III ABSENT: Alderman Tom Bordeaux (out of town) MINUTES Upon motion of Alderman Johnson, seconded by Alderman Shabazz, unanimous approval was given for the Mayor to sign an affidavit and resolution for an Executive Session held today to discuss litigation and personnel where no votes were taken. Upon motion of Alderman Osborne, seconded by Alderman Johnson and unanimously carried the Summary/Final minutes of the City Council W ork Session/City Manager’s Briefing of October 31, 2013 and the Summary/Final minutes of the City Council meeting of October 31, 2013 were approved. Upon motion of Alderman Osborne, seconded by Alderman Johnson and unanimously carried the Summary/Final minutes of the Special City Council meeting of November 7, 2013. PRESENTATIONS Pete Wheeler, Georgia Commissioner of Veterans Affairs, Assistant Commissioner Mike Roby, leaders of local veteran organizations and auxiliaries, other board members and representatives appeared to receive a proclamation designating December 5, 2013 as “Supermarket of Veterans Benefits Day” in Savannah. The program will be held at the National Guard Armory on Eisenhower Drive from 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. Mr. Wheeler stated 3,200 individuals attended the event last year and hopes more will attend this year. The Proclamation was read by Alderman Thomas. 1  OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF SAVANNAH CITY COUNCIL MEETING November 19, 2013 Downtown Savannah Authority Intent to Issue Bonds on behalf of the City of Savannah. The Downtown Savannah Authority (DSA) intends to issue bonds to assist the City of Savannah to re-finance the Series 2003 at lower interest rates to achieve debt service savings for the City. This is an announcement only; no Council action is required for this agenda item. (The first reading of the Authority’s application to the City to issue bonds is agenda item 20.) The Downtown Savannah Authority (DSA) intends to issue bonds to assist the City of Savannah to re-finance the Series 2003 at lower interest rates to achieve debt service savings for the City. This is an announcement only; no Council action is required for this agenda item. (The first reading of the Authority’s application to the City to issue bonds is agenda item 20.) Jo Carol Martin, President of Zonta Club of Savannah and other representatives, appeared concerning the Zonta Says No campaign to end violence against women. Ms. Martin explained the program and presented each Council member with an orange lapel ribbon to wear as a sign of support. Beginning Monday, November 25, 2013 in Forsyth Park at 8:00 a.m. and ending Tuesday, December 10, 2013 the Zonta Club will have a 16 day observance to Say No to Violence. Alderman Shabazz thanked Ms. Martin for coming and education Council on the program and gave her full support. Sarahlyn U. Argrow, Executive Director of Assisting Working Women in Need ( AWWIN), Inc., appeared for Operation Flashlight, which collects flashlights and batteries for military families. Ms. Argrow stated the donations can be sent to 428 Bull Street. The goal is to make this a nationwide project, currently a school in New York has agreed to support the project. AWWIN, Inc. will host the 10 Men in Black “Talking Real” benefit on Saturday, December 7, 2013 from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at the Mighty Eighth Air Force Museum. Mayor Jackson asked Ms. Argrow if citizens would like to make a contribution in lieu of flashlights should they be sent to the same address. Ms. Argrow asked that monetary donations be sent to P.O. Box 1191, Savannah, GA and asked that all checks be made payable to AWWIN, Inc. Juliette Tolbert, Interim Police Chief, Michelle Gavin, Community Relations Director, Major Fagerstrom, appeared to recognize Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan Police Officers Lt. Dan Flood, Sgt. Yujean Foster, APO Allison Reiss, Ptl. Cameron Nichols and Ptl. Shaun Dobbs who were recognized for their actions to save a missing Savannah elderly resident Mr. Hubert Tyler in October. Major Fagerstrom described the heroism of the officers involved in the incident. The officers received a standing ovation from Council and everyone present. Mayor Jackson presented the officers with a commemorative coin and thanked them for all they are doing in all instances. LEGISLATIVE REPORTS ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE HEARINGS As advertised, the following alcoholic license petitions were heard. No one appeared in objection to the issuance of these licenses. 2  OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF SAVANNAH CITY COUNCIL MEETING November 19, 2013 Jonathan A. Massey for Rue de Jean Associates, LLC t/a Embassy Suites, requesting a liquor, beer and wine (drink) (package) license with Sunday sales at 605 W. Oglethorpe Avenue, which is located between Fahm and Ann Streets in District 1. (New location/ownership) Approved upon a motion of Alderman Johnson, seconded by Alderman Thomas and unanimously carried per the City Manager’s recommendation. Carol P. Porterfield for Top Deck, LLC t/a Top Deck, requesting a liquor, beer and wine (drink) license at 126 W . Bay Street, which is located between Whitaker and Barnard Streets in District 1. (New location/ownership) Approved upon a motion of Alderman Thomas, seconded by Alderman Hall and unanimously carried per the City Manager’s recommendation. Andrew S. W annamaker for Spudnik Restaurants, LLC t/a Spudnik, requesting a beer (drink) license at 416 W . Broughton Street, which is located between Montgomery Streets I District 1. (New location/ownership) Approved upon a motion of Alderman Thomas, seconded by Alderman Johnson and unanimously carried per the City Manager’s recommendation. ZONING HEARINGS Heshima James, Agent for Pearl Persad, Owner (13-004491-ZA), requesting to rezone 704 Abercorn Street from RIP-A (Residential, Medium Density) to RIP-D (Residential, Medium Density). The request is proposed to accommodate the reuse of an existing commercial building and its conversion from an office to a restaurant. The Metropolitan Planning Commission (MPC) recommends approval. The building on the property is a purpose built commercial structure which served as a medical office for many years. The proposed zoning change from RIP-A to RIP-D is not in keeping with the general development pattern of the area. The majority of nonresidential uses are of a type that operates primarily during daytime hours with a few exceptions. The uses that are allowed in the RIP-A zoning district are quite similar to those allowed in the RIP-D zoning district with the exception of restaurants. The intent of the RIP-A district is to serve as a “transition area between residential uses and more intense uses and districts.” The subject property is within a primarily residential neighborhood and does not serve a transitional area. Recommend denial. Mr. Lotson, Metropolitan Planning Commission stated the intent is to establish a restaurant in the location. The building was previously used for a medical office prior to the rezoning request. Dr. Jeff Kiney came before Council to oppose the rezoning of 704 Abercorn Street. He stated most of the neighborhood residents were present. He passed out a handout to Council supporting his concerns stating it would increase the noise, the smells and emissions along with sanitary concerns and parking pressures would all have an adverse impact on livability and the quality of life. Mr. Scott Barnard discussed his concern with the zoning issues of the change. He stated as an architect each time a project is brought to the City the zoning map is reviewed for compatibility issues for the City and neighborhood. 3  OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF SAVANNAH CITY COUNCIL MEETING November 19, 2013 Ms. Audrey Platt stated she opposes the rezoning because she feels it would be a terrible mistake resulting in the degradation of a transforming and desirable residential neighborhood and a loss of property values. Mr. Heshima James was present to speak on his own behalf stating he currently resides at 704 Abercorn Street and has made several attempts to meet with and assure the residents in the area that he would not create a problem in the neighborhood but rather add to the area. He stated he was confused how the renovations would decrease the property values, he feels the improvements he is suggesting will add to the neighborhood and increase the property values in the area. He asked to be given the same benefit of the doubt as Leoci’s Trattoria located at 606 Abercorn Street stating he was afforded the same opportunity he is requesting. Alderman Shabazz asked Mr. Lotson if MPC approved the zoning change. Mr. Lotson stated yes, the recommendation was for approval of the change Mr. James is requesting. Alderman Shabazz stated this is a very sensitive subject and several emails have come through in reference to the issue. She stated one of the concerns of the citizens is the trash and asked Mr. James how he plans to address it. Mr. James stated if given the opportunity the kitchen would close at 9:00 p.m. with the doors to the business closing at 10:00 p.m. and he has no intentions of having a dumpster located outside of the location. He also informed Council there is a 6ft wall between the establishment and the resident and there is no way the establishment can be seen from the backyard of the home. Alderman Osborne asked what the correct address for the location is. Mr. Lotson stated the address is 704 Abercorn Street, he believes originally because the front is on Hall Street it was referenced as 201 East Hall Street. Alderman Osborne then asked did the existing business prior to this request fit the zoning pattern presently established and would a change be considered “spot zoning”. Mr. Lotson replied yes it did fit the zoning pattern and he would refer to the City Attorney on the “spot zoning” concern because it is a legal matter however, he does not feel this is a spot zoning situation which basically means zoning being done in a capricious nature for the benefit of the individual. He also stated he believes all zoning stands on its own. He wanted to clarify something Mr. James stated which was the proposed change would keep with the Future Development Map however the current zoning classification would also keep with it as well. Alderman Osborne stated this resides in her District and she supports her constituents and disapproves the request for rezoning. Alderman Johnson stated his issue isn’t with Mr. James opening the business it is with what could happen in the future and the mix of this rezoning in that space. Beyond the proposed business what other uses could be in the area. Mr. Lotson stated if the zoning is approved it will go with the land. Alderman Johnson stated that’s where his concerns lie, if and when the business is turned over. Council has the responsibility of not looking at the now but looking at what could happen in the future. Mr. James stated he has signed a 2 year lease with a 3rd year option and in order for him to receive the development funding he has to agree to a lease extension of a minimum of 7-10 years. He spoke with the Persad’s and they are open to the extension of the lease agreement as necessary. He stated he understands this is life and things do go right and they also go wrong. He feels he has done his due diligence and should be afforded the opportunity. 4  OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF SAVANNAH CITY COUNCIL MEETING November 19, 2013 Alderman Hall applauded Mr. James for his efforts and encouraged Mr. James not to become disheartened by the decision that will be made. Alderman Shabazz stated to Mr. James she commends him for his tenacity and drive and feels he shouldn’t lose his fire this is a zoning issue not a business issue. Alderman Bell stated she has a vested interest in the matter because she lives 1 ½ blocks from the location. She said she admires Mr. James and the research he has done and commended him on the information he gathered. She said she believes he will do the right thing but she along with her colleagues cannot be assured if the business is turned over the next person will act in the same manner. Mayor Jackson thanked Mr. James for having the vision he has. She stated what he wants to do may be great for the now but may not be for the future. She asked City Manager Cutter if it is possible the Housing Department could assist him in finding a better location for his business idea. Mayor Jackson asked Mr. James what type of restaurant was going to be put in the location. Mr. James replied an American Bistro. Mayor Jackson then recommended he go to the Entrepreneurial Center and possibly see if there is another location he can utilize for what he wants to bring to the City. City Manager Cutter stated her decision reflects the comments made by the residents of the neighborhood which is why she recommended denial of the request. She believes it is the responsibility of herself and Council to be considerate of the residents that live in the area. Approved upon a motion of Alderman Osborne, seconded by Alderman Johnson and unanimously carried per the City Manager’s recommendation. Dennis Trotter, Agent for Harry and Lavern South, Jr., Owner (13-004485- ZA), requesting to rezone 5414 Skidaway Road from R-6 (One-Family Residential) to BN (Neighborhood Business). The petitioner seeks to rezone the property to a classification that will allow the site to be redeveloped as a department store. MPC recommends approval. The proposed rezoning is consistent with the Future Land Use Map. The subject parcel is located along an arterial roadway and is presently occupied by nonconforming commercial use and an older single family structure. It is unlikely that the two acre parcel would be desirable to be redeveloped with residential uses, based on the existing nonresidential uses on both sides of the site. Rezoning the site to a classification that would allow neighborhood commercial development would help to stabilize the commercial activity in the general area without intruding into or adversely impacting the existing residential properties in close proximity to the site. Recommend denial. Mr. Lotson, MPC stated there have been very few rezoning in the area over the years. The last known change is the property where the Parker’s and Food Lion are located. Phillip McCorkle, Attorney for the South family and Mr. Trotter gave some history on the property and its location. He stated it is important that Mr. South sells the property because he needs the funds to care for his wife and family in the latter years. Attorney McCorkle distributed a handout to Council and referenced different areas in support of the rezoning 5  OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF SAVANNAH CITY COUNCIL MEETING November 19, 2013 request. He stated it is 2 acres of property with 90,000 square footage of space, the building that would go on the property would be 9,000 square feet. He also stated crime and traffic were other reasons for the opposition. He asked that Council weigh the perceived issues by the opposition and the real issues of the owners to not allow the South family to sell the property which will not be useful residentially is a taking under the U.S. and Georgia Constitution. Mr. Celestino Piralla a resident of Magnolia Park appeared to oppose the rezoning request stating his concern is not with the business it is with the quality of life if this lot is rezoned. He stated the neighborhood has been receiving a great deal of recognition lately and the concerns with the rezoning are that one lot has already been rezoned and now this one is being requested; if the others in the area follow suit and want to be rezoned it will create a snowball effect. He was also concerned about the individuals that cut through the neighborhood that do not respect the speed limit and the fact that they are in a flood zone. Mr. Piralla stated he along with the other residents fully support Project DeRenne is a wonderful project and the businesses that come and go counter balance the project. Elizabeth Scott appeared to oppose the rezoning and gave history on the location. She stated she lives on the side of DeRenne that Attorney McCorkle stated had no opposition. The other developers in the area have tried to contact Mr. Trotter to inform him the area he is trying to rezone has already been rezoned. Ms. Scott stated she has even tried to reach out to Mr. Trotter to give him suggestions on areas where it could be a better fit. Ms. Scott believes this is “spot zoning” and should be denied. Alderman Sprague stated this is in her District. She asked for clarification on the size of the property. Mr. Lotson stated it is 2 acres. Alderman Sprague asked if it were sub-divided could 1 or 2 houses be put on the property with the current zoning. Mr. Lotson stated more than one house could be put on the property if it were sub-divided. Alderman Sprague stated she sat in the MPC meetings and heard both sides of the issue. The Attorney for Southside Baptist Church has also stated the church is opposed to the rezoning. She then stated her issue with it is the commerciality of the issue which is wrong. The proposed change is at the intersection of 2 busy streets DeRenne and Skidaway which are two commercial streets. The area is next to a church, across from another church, cater-corner to a neighborhood and abuts another neighborhood. None of the residents are in favor of the change and she would like to hear the City Managers comments as to why she denied the request. Alderman Hall asked Mr. Lotson to explain what other uses is permitted with the proposed zoning request. Mr. Lotson stated it’s a long list and asked if he was referring to the non- residential uses. Alderman Hall stated yes. Alderman Hall asked if a gambling casino or Tapas Bar could be put there. Mr. Lotson stated none of the alcohol uses are allowed in the zoning classification. Alderman Hall stated he would like to hear from the City Manager as to why she denied the change. Alderman Sprague suggested when individuals petition to rezone areas it would be useful to receive a listing of the uses allowed for the proposed change. Mr. Lotson stated in the future he will be sure to include it with the packets sent to Council. City Manager Cutter stated her concerns about the zoning change had to do with the site being opened up to be used for multiple purposes she was uncomfortable with which includes: cocktail lounges, taverns, fortune telling, night clubs, package stores, coupled with concerns in 6  OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF SAVANNAH CITY COUNCIL MEETING November 19, 2013 the area of drainage and increased traffic along with the impact it would have on the surrounding neighborhoods. Mayor Jackson stated she lives north of the area and she met with some of the residents and they are opposed to the changes in the area. She feels the residents in this area have worked diligently to maintain the neighborhoods and feels they should be protected. Approved upon a motion of Alderman Johnson, seconded by Alderman Sprague and unanimously carried per the City Manager’s recommendation. PETITIONS Katie Joyner, on behalf of the Savannah Classical Academy – Petition 120755, requesting the City declare surplus the unopened right-of-way located between the properties at 705 E. Anderson Street (PIN 2-0054-12-007) and 0 Atlantic Avenue (PIN 2-0054-20-016) in order to acquire the property and provide a bus ramp for the future site of the academy. The subject right-of-way is 60’ wide x 245’ long and runs between 705 E. Anderson Street and 0 Atlantic Ave and dead-ends into the rear of the property at 0 Grove Street. The petitioner plans to use the unopened right-of- way for a bus ramp, as to not disrupt traffic on Anderson Street. The petition has been reviewed by SCMPD, Sanitation, Public Works and Water Resources, and Development Services. Approval is subject to the City retaining a 15’ utility easement for a sewer main running the length of the right-of-way, and retaining an ingress/egress easement for the south property in which a cell tower is located. If the request to declare the property surplus is approved, the property will be quit-claimed to the interested parties at fair market value. Recommend that the City declare surplus the unopened right-of-way in order to quit-claim the property, as requested through Petition 120755, by Katie Joyner. Approved upon a motion of Alderman Johnson, seconded by Alderman Thomas and unanimously carried per the City Manager’s recommendation. ORDINANCES Second Readings Ordinance read for the first time in Council October 31, 2013, then by unanimous consent of Council read a second time, November 19, 2013 placed upon its passage, adopted and approved upon a motion by Alderman Johnson, seconded by Alderman Thomas and unanimously carried. Assembly Hall (13-002021-ZA) Ordinances to amend Article A Generally, Section 8-3002 Definitions and Article B Zoning Districts, Sections 8-3025(a) C & R Districts Use Schedule, 8-3025(b) B & I Districts Use Schedule and Sec. 8-3028(d) Victorian District Permitted Uses as follows:  Move the description of “Assembly Hall” from the B & I Districts and Victorian Use Schedules and define the use in the Definitions section; 7  OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF SAVANNAH CITY COUNCIL MEETING November 19, 2013  Add “Assembly Hall” to the C & R Districts Use Schedule and require Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) use approval. Limit the use in the RIP- A, RIP-B and RIP-D zoning districts to no more than six times a year with ending times by 10:00 pm. The ZBA is not authorized to extend this time, but may further limit it. The “Assembly Hall” use would be “by right” in the RIP-B-1 and RIP-C zoning districts with no use conditions as those two districts generally allow more intense use; and  Amend the “Cultural facilities …” and “Inn” uses to allow “Assembly Hall” as an accessory use in the RIP-A, RIP-B, RIP-B-1, RIP-C and RIP-D districts with such accessory use limited to no more than six times a year with ending times by 10:00 pm. Melissa Witherspoon-Ralph appeared in opposition of the changes to the ordinance stating it would be a mistake to approve it. Alderman Johnson asked City Manager Cutter if her position towards the issue has changed. City Manager Cutter stated no. ORDINANCES TO AMEND ARTICLE A GENERALLY, SECTION 8-3002 DEFINITIONS AND ARTICLE B ZONING DISTRICTS, SECTIONS 8-3025(A) C & R DISTRICTS USE SCHEDULE, 8-3025(B) B & I DISTRICTS USE SCHEDULE AND SEC. 8-3028(D) VICTORIAN DISTRICT PERMITTED USES AN ORDINANCE To Be Entitled AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND SECTION 8-3002 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF SAVANNAH, GEORGIA (2003), PERTAINING TO PLANNING AND REGULATION OF DEVELOPMENT DEFINITION; TO REPEAL ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND FOR ALL OTHER PURPOSES. BE IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and Aldermen of the City of Savannah, Georgia, in regular meeting of Council assembled and pursuant to lawful authority thereof: SECTION 1: That Section 8-3002 of the Code of the City of Savannah, Georgia (2003), hereinafter referenced as "Code", be amended as follows: ENACT Sec. 8-3002 Assembly Hall: A facility available for use by the general public for meetings, parties, events and activities of a similar nature. Such use may also include the use of any outdoor area onsite and any kitchen facilities that are associated with such use. 8  OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF SAVANNAH CITY COUNCIL MEETING November 19, 2013 SECTION 2: That the requirement of Section 8-3182(f)(2) of said Code and the law in such cases made and provided has been satisfied. That an opportunity for a public hearing was afforded anyone having an interest or property right which may have been affected by this zoning amendment, said notice being published in the Savannah Morning News, on the 26th day of September, 2013, a copy of said notice being attached hereto and made a part hereof. SECTION 3: All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby repealed. ADOPTED AND APPROVED: November 19, 2013. AN ORDINANCE To Be Entitled AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND SECTION 8-3028(d) PERTAINING TO DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS FOR DISTRICTS WITHIN THE VICTORIAN DISTRICT; TO REPEAL ALL OTHER ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES BE IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and Aldermen of the City of Savannah in regular meeting of Council assembled and pursuant to lawful authority thereof: SECTION 1: That Section 8-3028(d) of the Code of the City of Savannah, Georgia (2003), hereinafter referenced as "Code", be amended as follows: REPEAL Sec. 8-3028(d) Victorian District Permitted Uses List of Uses 1-R 2-R 3-R 1-B 2-B 3-B (17) Assembly halls Including union halls, conference halls, business meetings, civic halls and - - B B X X activities of a similar nature. Such use may include office space where incidental to the use ENACT Sec. 8-3028(d) Victorian District Permitted Uses List of Uses 1-R 2-R 3-R 1-B 2-B 3-B (17) Assembly halls - - B B X X 9  OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF SAVANNAH CITY COUNCIL MEETING November 19, 2013 SECTION 2: That the requirements of Section 8-3182(f)(2) of said Code and the law in such cases made and provided has been satisfied. That an opportunity for a public hearing was afforded anyone having an interest or property right which may have been affected by this zoning amendment, said notice being published in the Savannah Morning News, on the 26th day of September, 2013, a copy of said notice being attached hereto and made a part hereof. SECTION 3: All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby repealed. ADOPTED AND APPROVED: November 19, 2013. AN ORDINANCE To Be Entitled AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND SECTION 8-3025(b) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF SAVANNAH, GEORGIA (2003), PERTAINING TO USE NUMBER 20a, ASSEMBLY HALLS-IN B-DISTRICTS AND I-DISTRICTS; TO REPEAL ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND FOR ALL OTHER PURPOSES. BE IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and Aldermen of the City of Savannah, Georgia, in regular meeting of Council assembled and pursuant to lawful authority thereof: SECTION 1: That Section 8-3025(b) of the Code of the City of Savannah, Georgia (2003), hereinafter referenced as "Code", be amended as follows: REPEAL Sec. 8-3025(b) B & I Districts R-B R-B-1 B-H B-N B-N-1 B-C B-C-1 B-G B-G-1 B-G-2 B-B I-L I-L-B I-H P-I- R-B-C R-B-C List of Uses (20a) Assembly Hall Including union halls, conference halls, business meetings, civic X halls and activities of X X X X X X X X X X X X * similar nature. Such use may include office space where incidental to the principal use. 10  OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF SAVANNAH CITY COUNCIL MEETING November 19, 2013 ENACT Sec. 8-3025(b) B & I Districts R-B R-B-1 B-H B-N B-N-1 B-C B-C-1 B-G B-G-1 B-G-2 B-B I-L I-L-B I-H P-I- R-B-C R-B-C List of Uses X X X X X X X X X X X X X (20a) Assembly Hall * SECTION 2: That the requirements of Section 8-3182(f)(2) of said Code and the law in such cases made and provided has been satisfied. That an opportunity for a public hearing was afforded anyone having an interest or property right which may have been affected by this zoning amendment, said notice being published in the Savannah Morning News, on the 26th day of September, 2013, a copy of said notice being attached hereto and made a part hereof. SECTION 3: All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby repealed. ADOPTED AND APPROVED: November 19, 2013. AN ORDINANCE To Be Entitled AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND SECTION 8-3025(a) PERTAINING TO USE NUMBERS 14, 29 AND 60, ASSEMBLY HALLS-IN C-DISTRICTS AND R-DISTRICTS; TO REPEAL ALL OTHER ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES. BE IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and Aldermen of the City of Savannah, Georgia, in regular meeting of Council assembled and pursuant to lawful authority thereof: SECTION 1: That Section 8-3025(a) of the Code of the City of Savannah, Georgia (2003) hereinafter referenced as "Code," be amended as follows: 11  OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF SAVANNAH CITY COUNCIL MEETING November 19, 2013 ENACT C-A C-M C-R R-20 R-10 R-6 R-6A R-6B R-6C R-4 RM RIP RIP-A RIP-A RIP-B RIP- RIP-C RIP-D List of Uses I-P RMH RMH- R-D (14) Inn a. Provided, such use shall contain not more than 15 bedrooms or suites. Such use may serve meals; provided such services are limited to guests occupying rooms within the inn. b. The Assembly Hall use may X X X X X X X be permitted as an accessory use. In the RIP-A, RIP-B and RIP-D districts, such accessory use shall be limited to no more than six (6) times in a calendar year and any meeting, party, event or activity of a similar nature shall end by 10:00 pm. (29) Assembly Hall B B X X B Provided that in the RIP-A, RIP-B and RIP-D districts, any meeting, party, event or activity of a similar nature shall end by 10:00 pm. The Zoning Board of Appeals shall not be authorized to extend this time, but may further limit it at the time of use approval. (60) Cultural facilities, art galleries, museums, legitimate theaters, little theaters, libraries and other facilities of a similar nature. The Assembly Hall use may be permitted as an accessory use. In the RIP-A, RIP-B and RIP-D X X X X X X X X X districts, such accessory use shall be limited to no more than six (6) times in a calendar year and any meeting, party, event or activity of a similar nature shall end by 10:00 pm. 12  OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF SAVANNAH CITY COUNCIL MEETING November 19, 2013 SECTION 2: That the requirement of Section 8-3182(f)(2) of said Code and the law in such cases made and provided has been satisfied. That an opportunity for a public hearing was afforded anyone having an interest or property right which may have been affected by this zoning amendment, said notice being published in the Savannah Morning News, on the 26th day of September, 2013, a copy of said notice being attached hereto and made a part hereof. SECTION 3: All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby repealed. ADOPTED AND APPROVED: November 19, 2013. First and Second Readings Ordinance read for the first time in Council November 19, 2013, then by unanimous consent of Council read a second time, placed upon its passage, adopted and approved upon a motion by Alderman Thomas, seconded by Alderman Johnson and unanimously carried. AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE CITY CODE TO PROHIBIT ALL PARKING AND EASTBOUND TRAFFIC ON GREENVILLE STREET, BETWEEN GOEBEL AND LAWTON AVENUES, DURING THE HOURS OF 7-9 A.M. AND 2-4 P.M. ON SCHOOL DAYS. AN ORDINANCE To Be Entitled AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND APPENDIX I, SECTION 211 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF SAVANNAH, GEORGIA (2003) PERTAINING TO SECTION 7-1027 OF SAID CODE TO PROVIDE THAT THE STREETS NAMED HEREIN SHALL BE DESIGNATED ONE-WAY; TO REPEAL ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES: BE IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and Aldermen of the City of Savannah, Georgia, in regular meeting of Council assembled and pursuant to lawful authority thereof: SECTION 1: That Appendix I, Section 211 of the Code of the City of Savannah, Georgia (2003), pertaining to Section 7-1027 of said Code be amended as follows: ENACT NAME OF STREET FROM TO DIRECTION OF TRAFFIC MOVEMENT Greenville Street Goebel Avenue Lawton Avenue West 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. School Days 13  OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF SAVANNAH CITY COUNCIL MEETING November 19, 2013 SECTION 2: All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby repealed. ADOPTED AND APPROVED: November 19, 2013 AN ORDINANCE To Be Entitled AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND APPENDIX I, SECTION 222 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF SAVANNAH, GEORGIA (2003) PERTAINING TO SECTION 7-l092 OF SAID CODE TO PROVIDE THAT THE STREET NAMED HEREIN SHALL PROHIBIT PARKING DURING CERTAIN HOURS; TO REPEAL ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES: BE IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and Aldermen of the City of Savannah, Georgia, in regular meeting of Council assembled and pursuant to lawful authority thereof: SECTION l: That Appendix I, Section 222 of the Code of the City of Savannah, Georgia (2003), pertaining to Section 7-l092 of said Code, as amended, shall be amended as follows: AMEND SECTION 222 PARKING PROHIBITED DURING CERTAIN HOURS GREENVILLE STREET HOURS DURING WHICH STREET PARKING IS PROHIBITED 1. On both sides of Greenville Street 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. between Goebel Avenue and Lawton 2:00 p.m. to 4:0 p.m. Avenue. on school days ADOPTED AND APPROVED: November 19, 2013 *************************************************** Ordinance read for the first time in Council November 19, 2013, then by unanimous consent of Council read a second time, placed upon its passage, adopted and approved upon a motion by Alderman Thomas, seconded by Alderman Osborne and unanimously carried. 14  OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF SAVANNAH CITY COUNCIL MEETING November 19, 2013 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE CITY CODE TO PROHIBIT ON-STREET PARKING ON THE EAST SIDE OF DIXIE AVENUE BETWEEN E. VICTORY DRIVE AND LIMERICK STREET AND ON THE NORTH/EAST SIDE OF LIMERICK STREET FROM DIXIE AVENUE TO THE DEAD END IN ORDER TO MAINTAIN TWO-WAY VEHICLE TRAFFIC. AN ORDINANCE To Be Entitled AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND APPENDIX I, SECTION 219 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF SAVANNAH, GEORGIA (2003) PERTAINING TO SECTION 7-1091 OF SAID CODE TO PROVIDE THAT THE STREET NAMED HEREIN SHALL PROHIBIT STOPPING, STANDING AND PARKING AT ALL TIMES; TO REPEAL ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND, FOR OTHER PURPOSES. BE IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and Aldermen of the City of Savannah, Georgia, in regular meeting of Council assembled and pursuant to lawful authority thereof: SECTION 1: That Appendix I, Section 219 of the Code of the City of Savannah, Georgia (2003), pertaining to Section 7-1091 of said Code, as amended, shall be amended as follows: AMEND SECTION 219, STOPPING, STANDING AND PARKING PROHIBITED AT ALL TIMES TO INCLUDE ENACT LIMERICK STREET On the north and east side of Limerick Street from Dixie Avenue to the dead end. SECTION 2: All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby repealed. ADOPTED AND APPROVED: November 19, 2013. AN ORDINANCE To Be Entitled AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND APPENDIX I, SECTION 219 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF SAVANNAH, GEORGIA (2003) PERTAINING TO SECTION 7-1091 OF SAID CODE TO PROVIDE THAT THE STREET NAMED HEREIN SHALL 15  OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF SAVANNAH CITY COUNCIL MEETING November 19, 2013 PROHIBIT STOPPING, STANDING AND PARKING AT ALL TIMES; TO REPEAL ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND, FOR OTHER PURPOSES. BE IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and Aldermen of the City of Savannah, Georgia, in regular meeting of Council assembled and pursuant to lawful authority thereof: SECTION 1: That Appendix I, Section 219 of the Code of the City of Savannah, Georgia (2003), pertaining to Section 7-1091 of said Code, as amended, shall be amended as follows: AMEND SECTION 219, STOPPING, STANDING AND PARKING PROHIBITED AT ALL TIMES TO INCLUDE ENACT DIXIE AVENUE On the east side of Dixie Avenue from East Victory Drive to Limerick Street. SECTION 2: All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby repealed. ADOPTED AND APPROVED: November 19, 2013. *************************************************** Ordinance read for the first time in Council November 19, 2013, then by unanimous consent of Council read a second time, placed upon its passage, adopted and approved upon a motion by Alderman Johnson, seconded by Alderman Thomas and unanimously carried. AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE CITY CODE TO PROHIBIT RIGHT TURNS ON RED FOR THE SOUTHBOUND APPROACH ON FAHM STREET AT W . OGLETHORPE AVENUE. AN ORDINANCE To Be Entitled AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND APPENDIX I, SECTION 2l2 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF SAVANNAH, GEORGIA (2003) PERTAINING TO SECTION 7-l029 OF SAID CODE TO PROVIDE THAT THE STREETS NAMED HEREIN SHALL PROHIBIT RIGHT TURNS ON RED; TO REPEAL ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES. 16  OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF SAVANNAH CITY COUNCIL MEETING November 19, 2013 BE IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and Aldermen of the City of Savannah, Georgia, in regular meeting of Council assembled and pursuant to lawful authority thereof: SECTION l: That Appendix I, Section 2l2 of the Code of the City of Savannah, Georgia (2003), pertaining to Section 7-l029 of said Code, as amended shall be amended as follows: AMEND SECTION 212, NO RIGHT TURNS ENACT Intersections Direction of Travel Effective Hours Oglethorpe Avenue Southbound All and Fahm Street SECTION 2: All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby repealed. ADOPTED AND APPROVED: November 19, 2013. *************************************************** Ordinance read for the first time in Council November 19, 2013, then by unanimous consent of Council read a second time, placed upon its passage, adopted and approved upon a motion by Alderman Bell, seconded by Alderman Thomas and unanimously carried. AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE CITY CODE TO INSTALL MULTI-WAY STOP SIGNS AT THE INTERSECTION OF BARNARD AND GASTON STREETS AN ORDINANCE To Be Entitled AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND APPENDIX I, SECTION 227 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF SAVANNAH, GEORGIA (2003) PERTAINING TO SECTION 7-1121 OF SAID CODE TO PROVIDE THAT FOUR-WAY STOP TRAFFIC CONTROL SIGNS SHALL BE ERECTED AT THE WITHIN INTERSECTIONS; TO REPEAL ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES. BE IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and Aldermen of the City of Savannah, Georgia, in regular meeting of Council assembled and pursuant to lawful authority thereof: SECTION 1: That Appendix I, Section 227 of the Code of the City of Savannah, Georgia (2003), pertaining to Section 7-1121 of said Code, as amended, shall be amended by adding thereto the following: 17  OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF SAVANNAH CITY COUNCIL MEETING November 19, 2013 AMEND SECTION 227, FOUR-WAY STOP TRAFFIC CONTROL SIGN ENACT Barnard Street STOPS for Gaston Street, four-way stop. Gaston Street STOPS for Barnard Street, four-way stop. SECTION 2: All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby repealed. ADOPTED AND APPROVED: November 19, 2013. *************************************************** Ordinance read for the first time in Council November 19, 2013, then by unanimous consent of Council read a second time, placed upon its passage, adopted and approved upon a motion by Alderman Shabazz, seconded by Alderman Hall and unanimously carried. AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE CITY CODE TO MODIFY THE PARKING PROHIBITION FOR THE EAST SIDE OF BARNARD STREET BETWEEN W . VICTORY DRIVE AND W . 43rd STREET TO ALLOW PARKING. THE PARKING PROHIBITION FOR THE WEST SIDE OF BARNARD STREET BETWEEN W . VICTORY DRIVE AND W. 43rd STREET WILL REMAIN IN PLACE. AN ORDINANCE To Be Entitled AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND APPENDIX I, SECTION 219 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF SAVANNAH, GEORGIA (2003) PERTAINING TO SECTION 7-1091 OF SAID CODE TO PROVIDE THAT THE STREET NAMED HEREIN SHALL PROHIBIT STOPPING, STANDING AND PARKING AT ALL TIMES: TO REPEAL ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES. BE IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and Aldermen of the City of Savannah, Georgia, in regular meeting of Council assembled and pursuant to lawful authority thereof: SECTION 1: That Appendix I, Section 219 of the Code of the City of Savannah, Georgia (2003), pertaining to Section 7-1091 of said Code, as amended, shall be amended as follows: AMEND SECTION 219, STOPPING, STANDING AND PARKING PROHIBITED AT ALL TIMES TO INCLUDE 18  OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF SAVANNAH CITY COUNCIL MEETING November 19, 2013 DELETE BARNARD STREET On the east and west sides of Barnard Street beginning at the curbline of Victory Drive and extending 150 feet northward. SECTION 2: All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby repealed. ADOPTED AND APPROVED: November 19, 2013. AN ORDINANCE To Be Entitled AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND APPENDIX I, SECTION 219 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF SAVANNAH, GEORGIA (2003) PERTAINING TO SECTION 7-1091 OF SAID CODE TO PROVIDE THAT THE STREET NAMED HEREIN SHALL PROHIBIT STOPPING, STANDING AND PARKING AT ALL TIMES; TO REPEAL ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND, FOR OTHER PURPOSES. BE IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and Aldermen of the City of Savannah, Georgia, in regular meeting of Council assembled and pursuant to lawful authority thereof: SECTION 1: That Appendix I, Section 219 of the Code of the City of Savannah, Georgia (2003), pertaining to Section 7-1091 of said Code, as amended, shall be amended by adding thereto the following: AMEND SECTION 219 STOPPING, STANDING AND PARKING PROHIBITED AT ALL TIMES TO INCLUDE ENACT BARNARD STREET On the west side of Barnard Street beginning at the curbline of Victory Drive and extending 150 feet northward. SECTION 2: All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby repealed. ADOPTED AND APPROVED: November 19, 2013. 19  OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF SAVANNAH CITY COUNCIL MEETING November 19, 2013 AN ORDINANCE To Be Entitled AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND APPENDIX I, SECTION 209 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF SAVANNAH, GEORGIA (2003), PERTAINING TO SECTION 7-1024 OF SAID CODE, TO PROVIDE THAT THE STREET NAMED HEREIN SHALL BE DESIGNATED A THROUGH-STREET; TO REPEAL ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES: BE IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and Aldermen of the City of Savannah, Georgia, in regular meeting of Council assembled and pursuant to lawful authority thereof: SECTION 1: That Appendix I, Section 209 of the Code of the City of Savannah, Georgia (2003), pertaining to Section 7-1024 of said Code, as amended, shall be amended as follows: AMEND SECTION 209, THROUGH STREETS ENACT Barnard Street from 52nd Street north to Gaston Street. SECTION 2: All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby repealed. ADOPTED AND APPROVED: November 19, 2013. *************************************************** Ordinance read for the first time in Council November 19, 2013, then by unanimous consent of Council read a second time, placed upon its passage, adopted and approved upon a motion by Alderman Thomas, seconded by Alderman Sprague and unanimously carried. AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE CITY CODE TO CLOSE BATTEY BETWEEN E. 49th AND E. 50th STREETS TO NORTHBOUND TRAFFIC BETWEEN 7:45 AND 8:45 AM AND 2:45 AND 3:34 PM ON SCHOOL DAYS. AN ORDINANCE To Be Entitled AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND APPENDIX I, SECTION 211 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF SAVANNAH, GEORGIA (2003) PERTAINING TO SECTION 7-1027 OF SAID CODE TO PROVIDE THAT THE STREETS NAMED HEREIN SHALL BE DESIGNATED ONE-WAY; TO REPEAL ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES: 20  OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF SAVANNAH CITY COUNCIL MEETING November 19, 2013 BE IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and Aldermen of the City of Savannah, Georgia, in regular meeting of Council assembled and pursuant to lawful authority thereof: SECTION 1: That Appendix I, Section 211 of the Code of the City of Savannah, Georgia (2003), pertaining to Section 7-1027 of said Code be amended as follows: ENACT Direction of Name of Street From To Traffic Movement Battey Street East 49th Street East 50th Street South 7:45b AM to 8:45 AM and 2:45 PM to 3:45 PM School Days SECTION 2: All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby repealed. ADOPTED AND APPROVED: November 19, 2013. RESOLUTIONS A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND ALDERMEN OF THE CITY OF SAVANNAH AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AFFIDAVIT OF EXECUTIVE SESSION BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Aldermen of the City of Savannah as follows: At the meeting held on the 19th day of November, 2013 the Council entered into a closed session for the purpose of discussing litigation and personnel. At the close of the discussions upon this subject, the Council reentered into open session and herewith takes the following action in open session: 1. The actions of Council and the discussions of the same regarding the matter set forth for the closed session purposes are hereby ratified; 2. Each member of this body does hereby confirms that to the best of his or her knowledge, the subject matter of the closed session was devoted to matters within the specific relevant exception(s) as set forth above; 3. The presiding officer is hereby authorized and directed to execute an affidavit, with full support of the Council in order to comply with O.C.G.A. §50-14-4(b); 17 4. The affidavit shall be included and filed with the official minutes of the meeting and shall be in a form as required by the statute. MISCELLANEOUS First Reading of Downtown Savannah Authority Application on behalf of the City of Savannah. The City of Savannah has requested the assistance of the Downtown Savannah Authority (DSA) by the issuance of bonds to re-finance the Downtown Savannah Authority 21  OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF SAVANNAH CITY COUNCIL MEETING November 19, 2013 Bonds, Series 2003 at lower interest rates to achieve debt service savings for the City. The City will enter into a contract with the DSA under which it will pledge to pay all interest and principal for the bonds. As required by state statue, the Authority in turn has made application to the City requesting the City Council’s express approval for the issuance of such bonds. The approximate amount of the new bond issue is $7.4 million. Under state statue, the Authority’s application to the City to issue such bonds must receive two readings before City Council. The first reading is scheduled for the meeting of November 19, 2013. The second reading has been advertised for the meeting of November 26, 2013. No action is required on this first reading. Final Plat – Villages of Vallambrosa, Phase 4. Recommend approval of the final plat for the Villages of Vallambrosa,, Phase 4, a major subdivision of a portion of Lot 3, Subdivision of Parcel 2-A, Vallambrosa Plantation, which is located in District 5. Approved upon a motion of Alderman Thomas, seconded by Alderman Shabazz and unanimously carried per the City Manager’s recommendation. BIDS, CONTRACTS AND AGREEMENTS Upon a motion by Alderman Thomas, seconded by Alderman Sprague and unanimously carried, the following bids, contracts and agreements were approved per the City Manager’s recommendations: Authorization for City Manager to Sign and Administer through Sub-Grant Recipients Program Year (PY) 2013 Adult, Dislocated W orker and Rapid Response Grant Funds. The City of Savannah has received a “Statement of Grant Award” for Workforce Investment Act (W IA) Adult Programs ($1,326,170), W orkforce Investment Act (W IA) Dislocated Worker Programs ($1,133,269) and W orkforce Investment Act (W IA) Rapid Response Programs ($106,010) from the Governor’s Office of Workforce Development (GOW D). This is the second allocation of the PY2013 WIA grants awarded to our nine county areas and will be used to support “One-Stop” Career Centers that provide job training, preparation and placement services. The period of availability for these funds is October 1, 2013 through June 30, 2015. Effective July 1, 2013 GOW D transferred administrative responsibilities for Rapid Response Services to the Local W orkforce Investment Boards (LW IBs). Thus, the Coastal Workforce Investment Board has been awarded an additional grant to assist Dislocated W orkers. These funds are to provide early intervention services to businesses and workers who are facing business closures or reduction in force of 25 or more employees. Additionally, these services include but are not limited to W IA services. This funding has greatly expanded the capacity for the LWIB to assist businesses and workers experiencing lay-offs. Pursuant to the Coastal W orkforce Services (CW S) Consortium Agreement, recommend approval to authorize the City Manager to receive grant funding and enter into Grant 22  OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF SAVANNAH CITY COUNCIL MEETING November 19, 2013 Administration Agreements with sub-grant recipients in accordance with the City of Savannah’s procurement policies and procedures. The grant awards totaling $2,565,449 provide funding for adult and dislocated worker programs within Region 12 (Bryan, Bulloch Camden, Chatham, Effingham, Glynn, Liberty, Long, and McIntosh Counties). Ballistic Vests for Savannah – Chatham Metropolitan Police Department – Annual Contract – Event No. 855. Recommend awarding an annual contract for Ballistic Body Armor Vests from GT Distributors of Georgia in the amount of $143,700.00. The vests will be used by the Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan Police to aid in the protection against bullets and sharp weapons when in the line of duty. The lowest bidder, Smyrna Police Distributors, did not meet the required specifications of having two concealed and tactical carriers for police equipment. Funds are available in the 2013 Budget, Administrative Services Division/Clothing & Laundry (Account No. 101-4240-51310). Pickup Trucks – Event No. 1540. Recommend approval to procure 22 pickup trucks from J.C. Lewis Ford in the amount of $459,351.00. The pickup trucks will be used by various City departments to repair units which are no longer economical to repair or operate. This bid was advertised, opened and reviewed. Funds are available in the 2013 Budget, Vehicle Purchase/Vehicular Equipment (Account No. 613-9230-51515). Wayfinding Signs – Tourist – Event No. 1681.Recommend approval to procure wayfinding signs from Creative Sign Design in the amount of $44,436.10. The wayfinding signs will be used to aid tourists in finding their way around the Historic Savannah Landmark and Convention districts. The signs will be used by Mobility and Parking Services in partnership with Savannah Area Management Mobility Board providing a 50% funding match. The signage specified was required to match the design, material, and colors of the established design standards previously developed by the City’s sign design consultant. The method used for this procurement was the Request for Proposal (RFP) which evaluates criteria in addition to cost. The criteria used to evaluate this RFP were qualifications and experience, project approach and understanding, timeline completion, references, and fees. Eight proposals were initially reviewed to determine if submittals met the basic minimum sign standards and qualifications required in the RFP. Four proposals were deemed non-responsive, as they failed to meet or understand the minimum sign standards and qualifications. Four proposals were considered responsive to those requirements and further evaluated. 23  OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF SAVANNAH CITY COUNCIL MEETING November 19, 2013 Funds are available in the 2013 Budget, Parking Enforcement and Administration, Outside Printing (Account No. 561-1113-51275). Barnard Street Ramp Repairs – Event No. 1770. Recommend approval to procure repair services to the Factors W alk Wall along Barnard Street Ramp from the Coastal Heritage Society in the amount of $37,960.00. The project includes repairs to the historic wall along the Barnard Street Ramp, and will include the installation of a concrete deadman anchor system, repair and replacement of brick, installation of steel plates, repair of stair treads, resetting and re-pointing stone with compatible mortar, and replacing the stairway handrail and guardrail to meet current code. This award will replace the previous award made to Collins Construction Services, Inc. at the July 25, 2013 Council meeting in the amount of $53,000.00 per Event No.1496. Collins Construction Services experienced problems with one of their subcontractors who requested a substantial increase in their price for the installation of the anchoring system. After further review of the project, the City’s consultant made the determination that the current work could be done using a different anchoring system for the repairs and provided a change in the design and the project was rebid. Funds are available in the 2013 Budget, Capital Improvements Projects/Other Costs/Historical Wall Preservation (Account No. 311-9207-52842-SQ0603). Janitorial Services for Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan Police Department - Annual Contract Renewal – Event No. 1815. Recommend renewing an annual contract to procure janitorial services from CKC Enterprise in the amount of $30,500.00. The janitorial services are needed for the cleaning of Police Precinct 1 located inside the Chatham County Administrative Annex. This is the last of four renewal options available. Funds are available in the 2013 Budget, General Fund/Administrative Services/Janitorial Services (Account No. 101-4240-51243). Reconditioned Breakers – Sole Source – Event No. 1816. Recommend approval to procure four reconditioned breakers from Siemens Industry in the amount of $26,186.00. The breakers will be used by Stormwater Management as spares to ensure reliable operation of pump stations. Siemens Industry is the sole source vendor because the breakers have been retired from the manufacturer's product line and can only be found reconditioned by the original manufacturer. Funds are available in the 2013 Budget, Stormwater Management/Other Contractual Service (Account No. 101-2104-51250). Indicates non-local, non-minority owned business. Zonar Annual Service – Annual Contract Renewal – Event No. 1817. Recommend renewing an annual contract for GPS vehicle tracking services from Zonar Systems, Inc., in the amount of $34,973.40. The GPS equipment is installed on Sanitation vehicles to provide data and various reports of real- time locations, operational statuses, and vehicle idle times. 24  OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF SAVANNAH CITY COUNCIL MEETING November 19, 2013 This equipment also assists Sanitation in routing vehicles in the most efficient and cost effective method. The original RFP was approved by Council on September 23, 2010. Pricing for the access to the satellite and service is based on the original contract. The City elected to standardize using Zonar's equipment in 2008 to provide GPS vehicle tracking equipment through the RFP process. Funds are available in the 2013 Budget, Sanitation Operation Fund/Director/Other Contractual Service (Account No. 511-7101-51295). Indicates non-local, non-minority owned business. Alpine Park Replacement Playground Equipment – Sole Source – Event No.1820. Recommend approval to award a contract for playground equipment from GameTime c/o Dominica Recreation Products, Inc. in the amount of $36,125.20. The playground equipment will be installed at Alpine Park and will replace the current equipment, which is over two decades old and needs to be replaced due to substantial wear and tear. The equipment includes a play structure with swings, a play arch, and mini-bikes. The costs include the purchase of the equipment with safety surface, curbing, and installation. The procurement method used for this procurement was a Request for Proposal issued by Charlotte-Mecklenburg County, NC as part of the U.S. Communities Government Purchasing Alliance purchasing cooperative. Cooperative purchasing is authorized as an appropriate procurement method in Division 10 Section 4-4152 of the purchasing ordinance. Proposals were received from nine proposers May 5, 2010. An evaluation selection team comprised of representatives from U.S. Communities participating agencies reviewed and scored the proposals. A contract was awarded and a master agreement with U.S. Communities was signed for a five-year period in September, 2010. Pricing is based on a 24% discount from list for equipment with an additional 10% discounted for volumes over $75,000.00. Funds are available in the 2013 Budget, Capital Improvement Projects/Other Costs/Construction Supplies & Materials/Playground Equipment Reserve (Account No. 311-920-51340-RE0608). Crossroad Villas Replacement Playground Equipment – Sole Source – Event No. 1821. Recommend approval to award a contract for playground equipment from GameTime c/o Dominica Recreation Products, Inc. in the amount of $28,164.79. The playground equipment will be installed at Crossroads Villas and will replace the current equipment, which is over two decades old and needs to be replaced due to substantial wear and tear. The equipment includes a play structure with swings, slides, a play arch, and mini- bikes. The costs include the purchase of the equipment with safety surface, curbing, and installation. The procurement method used for this procurement was a Request for Proposal issued by Charlotte-Mecklenburg County, NC as part of the U.S. Communities Government Purchasing Alliance purchasing cooperative. Cooperative purchasing is authorized as an 25  OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF SAVANNAH CITY COUNCIL MEETING November 19, 2013 appropriate procurement method in Division 10 Section 4-4152 of the purchasing ordinance. Proposals were received from nine proposers May 5, 2010. An evaluation selection team comprised of representatives from U.S. Communities participating agencies reviewed and scored the proposals. A contract was awarded and a master agreement with U.S. Communities was signed for a five-year period in September, 2010. Pricing is based on a 24% discount from list for equipment with an additional 10% discounted for volumes over $75,000.00. Funds are available in the 2013 Budget, Capital Improvement Projects/Other Costs/Construction Supplies & Materials/Playground Equipment Reserve (Account No. 311-9207-51340-RE0608). Haven Pool Replacement Filter – Sole Source – Event No. 1822. Recommend approval to procure a filter for the Haven Swimming Pool from Paddock Construction Company, Inc. in the amount of $27,821.00. The existing filter at the pool is leaking and cannot be repaired. This is a sole source procurement because a two-cell vertical filter is the only type of filter that will fit in the allotted space, and the vendor is the only known supplier of two-cell filters. Funds are available in the 2013 Budget, General Fund/Buildings and Grounds/Building Repair (Account No. 101-6120-51245). Mail and Courier Services – Event No. 1614. Recommend approval to award an annual contract to procure mail and courier services from Savannah/Chatham Pickup and Delivery Service in the amount of $74,068.00. The mail and courier services are needed to process the City’s outgoing mail and to provide daily mail and courier services to City of Savannah facilities and other locations. The method used for this procurement was the Request for Proposal which evaluates other criteria in addition to cost. The criteria evaluated as part of this RFP were qualifications, experience, references, and fees. The recommended proposer is currently the City’s mail courier contractor and has experience in processing mail since 1998. In addition to courier services, they have knowledge of postal regulations and experience operating a postage meter. This proposer provided positive reference verifications, along with prior experience with Savannah-Chatham Board of Education, delivering mail and packages between the Board and public schools. The low proposer, while noting specialization in all types of courier services, provided experience limited to pickup and delivery of medical supplies at doctors’ offices and hospitals. No experience was provided with any type of mail distribution, postage meter operation, or knowledge of postal regulations. Additionally, this proposer did not provide sufficient contact information for reference verifications, despite several attempts to obtain the information. As a result, it was not possible to suitably verify their service quality, dependability, and customer service. 26  OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF SAVANNAH CITY COUNCIL MEETING November 19, 2013 Funds are available in the 2013 Budget, Mail & Municipal Building Services/Other Contractual Service (Account No. 101-1153-51295). President Street W ater Reclamation Facility Bio-Solids Handling Facilities – Event No. 1686. Recommend approval to award an engineering services contract for the design and construction oversight of bio-solids handling facilities from Brown & Caldwell Engineering in the amount of $2,689,159.00. The services will include design and construction oversight of an advanced solids digestion facility. The facility will include thickener upgrades, new digesters producing Class A bio-solids from primary and secondary waste bio-solids, nutrient reduction treatment systems, truck loading area improvements, and associated upgrades to facility electrical and SCADA control systems. The consultant will also be responsible for other design related services including surveying, utility locates, permitting, preparing detailed construction plans and specifications, bidding assistance, construction overview, and closeout services. Consultants were prequalified for this project. Both of the consultants that submitted qualifications were approved to bid on the project. The method used for this procurement was the Request for Proposal (RFP), which evaluates criteria in addition to costs. The criteria evaluated as part of this RFP were the proposer’s quality of team, past experience on similar projects, project approach, proposed schedule, MWBE participation, and fees. The Minority and W omen Business Enterprise (MW BE) goal for this proposal was 9% MW BE; 1% MBE and 8% W BE. The recommended proposer submitted participation of 10% MW BE; 2% MBE utilizing Rohadfox and McMillan and 8% WBE utilizing Long Engineering and The Architecture Group. The responses were scored based on the criteria set forth in the RFP as follows: Funds are available in 2013 Budget, Capital Improvement Projects/Other Costs/President Street Residuals Improvements (Account No. 311-9207- 52842-SW0815). Waters Avenue Streetscape Design Services - Event No. 1345. Recommend approval to cancel an award to W olverton and Associates and to recommend awarding a contract for consultant design services to EMC Engineering in the amount of $319,500.00. The consultant services will include the design of the Waters Avenue Streetscapes between Victory Drive and Wheaton Street. On August 22, 2013, Council approved an award for the design services to Wolverton and Associates based on the original proposed fees of $249,000.00 submitted at the time of the proposal closing deadline. It was later discovered during contract document development that the required resident project representative (RPR) services fee was not included in the total proposed fee. The City provided Wolverton the opportunity to submit a revised fee proposal including RPR fees. Wolverton’s revised fee total required a re-calculation of the fee points allocated to all proposers, which in turn changed Wolverton’s ranking to third, necessitating a new 27  OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF SAVANNAH CITY COUNCIL MEETING November 19, 2013 recommendation for award. The Minority and W omen Business Enterprise (MW BE) goal for this proposal was 15% MW BE; 10% MBE, 5% W BE. EMC submitted participation of 15% MW BE; 12% MBE utilizing Coastline Consulting Services, Inc., and 5% W BE utilizing Mandel Design and Bihl Engineering. Funds are available in the 2013 Budget, Capital Improvement Fund/Capital Improvement Projects/SPLOST (Account No. 311-9207-52842-PD0309). Alderman Osborne asked City Manager Cutter to expound on the issue for the benefit of the citizens listening. City Manager Cutter stated previously Council approved the contract with Wolverton & Associates, for the Waters Avenue Streetscape Design Services. Upon contract negotiations it was determined a component of the specification was omitted from the bid award. Wolverton was given the opportunity to submit a new bid and they placed 3rd instead of 4th according to the ranking. Alderman Osborne asked how this will affect the beginning of the Streetscape Design. City Manager Cutter replied it will delay getting started but not long, however they will begin other aspects of the process. Approved upon a motion of Alderman Osborne, seconded by Alderman Thomas and unanimously carried per the City Manager’s recommendation. The following announcements were made: Mayor Jackson announced Council attended the National League of Cities Conference in Seattle, WA last week and brought back accolades for the City through the Council members. Alderman Thomas stated each Council member is enrolled in the educational classes offered; many are also in leadership roles. In addition, contributions are made through the various Councils and Committees and bring back valuable information for the community. No other City in the United States has as many Diamond Recipients (the highest award received) and no other City has as many recipients of leadership awards. 6 members of Council received awards at the conference: Aldermen Bell and Hall received Bronze awards, Mayor Jackson, Alderman Johnson (6th award), he has also been elected to the Board of Directors for NLC, and Alderman Osborne received her 3rd award and was elected Historian for the National Black Caucus of Local Elected officials Alderman Thomas also stated he received his 6th award and was appointed for the Fellow program. Mayor Jackson announced Dyanne Reese, Clerk of Council will be hosting the 2013 International Institute of Municipal Clerks (IIMC) jointly with the Municipal Clerks Education Foundation Board of Directors meetings in Savannah beginning Thursday, November 21 through Monday, November 25 at the Desoto Hilton Hotel. The meeting brings in Clerks and foundation members from the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom and the Netherlands along with the Executive Director of IIMC, Chris Shalby and staff members from Rancho Cucamonga, CA. Alderman Johnson thanked Council for their support as he was elected to the National League of Cities (NLC) board of directors during the annual Conference of Cities and Exposition in Seattle. The Board of Directors governs the NLC and is made up of the three officers: president, first vice president, second vice president, all past presidents still in government service, and 40 28  OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF SAVANNAH CITY COUNCIL MEETING November 19, 2013 members. Twenty members of the board are elected each year during the Annual Business Meeting to serve two-year terms. Alderman Bell announced District 4 “Ask an Alderman” Monday, November 25, 2013 at 5:00 p.m. the residents of the 4th District will receive a phone call between Friday and Monday with the location. Mayor Jackson announced Council will be traveling to Ebenezer, GA where the City Manager and staff will be presenting the 2014 Budget. The next Council meeting will be held Tuesday, November 26, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. due to the Thanksgiving Holiday. There being no further business, Mayor Jackson declared this meeting of Council adjourned. Dyanne C. Reese, MMC, Clerk of Council 29