Commission Meeting Tuesday, October 17, 2023 10:00 AM Commission Chamber

INVOCATION

• Reverend Thurman Norville, Jr., Pastor, St. James United Methodist Church

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

RECOGNITION(S)

• A.Congratulations! 2023 September Years of Service (YOS) 25-50 year recipients.

DELEGATION(S)

• B.Ms. Donna Sellers regarding The Daughters of the Confederacy's rock at Tubman Home Road.

• C.Mr. Moses Todd, I Love Augusta, Inc. regarding Jail Pod Revenue Bond, Waterpark SPLOST 8 Good and welfare of Augusta Richmond County.

CONSENT AGENDA

(Items 1-42)

PLANNING

• 1.FINAL PLAT – CAPTAINS CORNER PHASE 2 – S-985 – A request for concurrence with the Augusta Planning Commission to APPROVE a petition by James G Swift and Associates, on behalf of JEN PCS LLC, requesting final plat approval for Captains Corner Phase 2 located at 719 E. Robinson Avenue. and containing 101 lots. Tax Map #078-0-004-03-0. DISTRICT 3

• 2.Z-23-40 – A request for concurrence with the Augusta Planning Commission to approve with conditions a petition by Dr. Robert E. Milhous requesting a rezoning from zone P-1 (Professional/Office) to zone B-1 (Neighborhood Business) affecting property containing approximately 0.39 acres located at 2321 Washington Road. Tax Map #026-2-141-00-0. DISTRICT 7

• 3.Z-23-41 – A request for concurrence with the Augusta Planning Commission to deny a petition by Johnathan Thomas on behalf of Demure Properties, LLC of requesting a rezoning from zone R-1B (One-family Residential) to zone R-2 (Two-family Residential) affecting property containing approximately 0.2 acres located at 2005 Grand Boulevard. Tax Map 072-2-037-00-0. DISTRICT 2

• 4.Z-23-42 – A request for concurrence with the Augusta Planning Commission to approve with conditions a petition by Hillpointe, LLC on behalf of Christina Jaechoon Park requesting to remove condition 4 of R-3B zoning adopted with rezoning application Z-22-43, which requires obtainment of an ingress/egress easement from the adjacent property (at 210 Reservation Way) for emergency access point prior to submittal of a site plan, affecting property containing approximately 35.11 acres located at 266 Reservation Way. Tax Map #068-0-010-00-0. DISTRICT 5 

• 5.Z-23-43 – A request for concurrence with the Augusta Planning Commission to approve with conditions a petition by The Gordon Group, LLC requesting a rezoning from zone R-1D (One-family Residential) and R-3C (Multiple-family Residential) to zone R-1E (One-family Residential) affecting property containing approximately 30.65 acres located at 4200 Valencia Lane. Tax Map #199-0-088-00-0. DISTRICT 8

• 6.Z-23-44 – A request for concurrence with the Augusta Planning Commission to approve with conditions a petition by STP Development, LLC requesting to amend condition 14 of R-1E zoning adopted with rezoning application Z-21-39, to reduce the open space/greenspace requirement from 113 acres to 100 acres, affecting property containing approximately 173.55 acres located at 1241 and 1299A Brown Road. Tax Map #216-0-003-00-0 and 216-0-008-02-0. DISTRICT 8

• 7.Z-23-45 – A request for concurrence with the Augusta Planning Commission to approve with conditions a petition by Cranston Engineering on behalf of JJLJ, LLC requesting a rezoning from zone A (Agricultural) and B-2 (General Business) to zone B-2 (General Business) affecting property containing approximately 1.69-acres located at 2635 Perimeter Parkway. Tax Map #031-0-052-02-0. DISTRICT 3

• 8.SE-23-06 – A request for concurrence with the Augusta Planning Commission to DENY a petition by Arvind Patel on behalf of Reray Properties, LLC requesting a special exception to establish a liquor store per Section 21-2(c) of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance affecting property containing approximately 0.29 acres located at 3107 Deans Bridge Road. Zoned B-1 (Neighborhood Business). Tax Map #096-2-205-00-0. DISTRICT 5

• 9.SE-23-07 – A request for concurrence with the Augusta Planning Commission to deny a petition by Falguniben Patel on behalf of Yana and Arya, LLC requesting a special exception to establish a liquor store per Section 21-2(c) of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance affecting property containing approximately 0.62 acres located at 2177 Broad Street. Zoned B-1 (Neighborhood Business). Tax Map #027-3-023-00-0.  DISTRICT 1

PUBLIC SERVICES

• 10.Motion to approve New Location: A.N. 23-42: A request by Rachel Babcock for an on-premises consumption Liquor, Beer, & Wine License to be used in connection with The Olive Garden Italian Restaurants #6487 located at 804 Cabela Dr. There will be Sunday Sales. District 7. Super District 10.(Approved by Public Services Committee October 10, 2023)

• 11.Motion to approve New Ownership/Existing Location:   A.N. 23-43: A request by Kourtney Patel for a retail package Liquor, Beer & Wine License to be used in connection with Harrisons Liquor located at 1889 Gordon Hwy. District 2. Super District 9.(Approved by Public Services Committee October 10, 2023)

• 12.Motion to approve New Ownership/Existing Location: A.N. 23-44: A request by Jessica Roblero for a retail package Beer & Wine License to be used in connection with Krishna Krupa 1801 LLC located at 1801 Marvin Griffin Rd. District 6. Super District 10.(Approved by Public Services Committee October 10, 2023)

• 13.Motion to approve New Ownership/Existing Location: A.N. 23-45: A request by Jessica Roblero for a retail package Beer & Wine License to be used in connection with Krishna Krupa 3995 LLC located at 3995 Old Waynesboro Rd. District 6. Super District 10.(Approved by Public Services Committee October 10, 2023)

• 14.Motion to approve New Ownership/Existing Location: A.N. 23-46: A request by Jessica Roblero for a retail package Beer & Wine License to be used in connection with Krishna Krupa 2579 LLC located at 2579 Tobacco Rd. District 6. Super District 10. (Approved by Public Services Committee October 10, 2023)

• 15.Motion to approve New Ownership/Existing Location: A.N. 23-47: A request by Nilam Patel for a retail package Beer & Wine License to be used in connection with Smile Grocery located at 830 Stevens Creek Rd. District 7. Super District 10. (Approved by Public Services Committee October 10, 2023)

• 16.Motion to approve New Ownership/Existing Location: A.N. 23-48: A request by Michael L. Everett for an on-premise consumption Liquor, Beer & Wine License to be used in connection with Thunder Road Bar & Grill located at 2260 Wheeless Rd. District 2. Super District 9. (Approved by Public Services Committee October 10, 2023)

• 17.Motion to approve the 2024 Cooperative Agreement with CSRA Regional Commission for Senior Nutrition Services for Augusta, Georgia.(Approved by Public Services Committee October 10, 2023)

• 18.Motion to approve the amendment to the Food Services Agreement with G.A. FOOD Services of Pinellas County, LLC. (Approved by Public Services Committee October 10, 2023)

• 19.Motion to approve entering into a memorandum of understanding with Augusta Concrete Block Co. for the donation of materials and labor for repairs at Magnolia Cemetery.(Approved by Public Services Committee October 10, 2023)

• 20.Motion to approve the Consent of Assignment between Augusta, Georgia and John Bean Technologies Corporation (JBT). Approved by the Augusta Aviation Commission on September 21, 2023.(Approved by Public Services Committee October 10, 2023)

• 21.Motion to approve Professional Services Contract with Mead & Hunt, Inc. to perform Engineering, Architectural, and Construction Administration services and all related tasks as listed/shown within the professional services RFQ and/or requested by Augusta Regional Airport. Approved by the Augusta Aviation Commission on September 21, 2023. RFQ 23-158 (Approved by Public Services Committee October 10, 2023)

• 22.Motion to approve acceptance of OneGeorgia Equity Grant through the Augusta Economic Development Authority (AEDA). Approved by the Augusta Aviation Commission on September 21, 2023. (Approved by Public Services Committee October 10, 2023)

ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES

• 23.Motion to approve Housing and Community Development Department’s (HCD's) request to provide funding to Augusta/CSRA Habitat for Humanity to support the construction of one (1) single family affordable unit to be sold to a low income homebuyer.(Approved by Administrative Services Committee October 10, 2023)

• 24.Motion to approve the execution of the attached resolution urging the Governor and General Assembly to continue efforts to reform and improve mental health services for the citizens of Georgia. (Approved by Administrative Services Committee October 10, 2023)

ENGINEERING SERVICES

• 25.Motion to approve and authorize Augusta Engineering (AEESD) to submit, accept and receive Georgia Department of Transpiration (GDOT) Financial Assistance from GDOT FY2024 Local Maintenance and Improvement Grant (FY2024 LMIG) for Road Improvements & maintenance projects (Listed under Financial Impact Section). Also authorize Augusta Mayor to sign GDOT E-Verify affidavit as need arises. Requested by Engineering. (Approved by Engineering Services Committee October 10, 2023)

• 26.Motion to approve the continued funding of the current On-Call Field and Laboratory Testing for Soil and Construction Material, and Geotechnical Inspection and Investigation (CMT_Geotech) Services contract in the amount of $375,000.00 for Broad Street Improvements Project-CMT Phase1. Atlas assigned to Broad Street construction. RFP 19-179 / Requested by Engineering. (Approved by Engineering Services Committee October 10, 2023)

• 27.Motion to approve $72,000 for annual funding for the current CNG Stations Maintenance Contract to Atlanta Gas Light Company (AGL). Requested by Engineering. Bid 20-216 The award was for 2 years with an option to extend for 3 additional 1 yr terms. Approved by Commission 5/3/22. 2 year term to expire 5/2/24..(Approved by Engineering Services Committee October 10, 2023)

• 28.Motion to approve Initial Phase funding for Streambank Stabilization Design, Permitting and Construction Engineering Services Contract to Johnson, Laschober & Associates, PC. (JLA) in the amount of $163,665 for Rocky Creek Improvements. Requested by Engineering. RFQ 19-152..(Approved by Engineering Services Committee October 10, 2023)

• 29.Motion to approve entering into an agreement with Jefferson Energy (JE), stating that the City of Augusta will pay for the JE Facility Relocation Cost on McNutt Road Dirt Road Paving Project in accordance with the JE estimate totaling $214,542.58, subject to verification of prior rights. Also, approve the Utility Relocation Agreement to be executed by the Augusta, Georgia Legal Counsel and the Mayor, and approve payment. Requested by Engineering. (Approved by Engineering Services Committee October 10, 2023)

• 30.Motion to approve entering into Construction Agreement with the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) for Barton Chapel Road @ Gordon Highway (SR10/US78) Intersection Improvements Project (PI #0012868). Also authorize Augusta Mayor and Clerk of Commission to execute Construction Agreement and its associated documents (electronic and hard copy). Requested by Engineering.(Approved by Engineering Services Committee October 10, 2023)

• 31.Motion to approve Worthington Subdivision – Sonic Lift Station Cost Sharing Agreement. (Approved by Engineering Services Committee October 10, 2023)

• 32.Motion to approve the Dedication of Water and Sanitary Sewer for The Shoppes at the Apex..(Approved by Engineering Services Committee October 10, 2023)

• 33.Motion to approve the Dedication of Water and Sanitary Sewer for Brookstone North Phase II..(Approved by Engineering Services Committee October 10, 2023)

PUBLIC SAFETY

• 34.Motion to approve award of the professional management of (RCCI’s) Inmates’ Food Service to Aramark Correctional Services, LLC pending the execution of the contract by the Mayor. RFP 23-220 (Approved by Public Safety Committee October 10, 2023)

• 35.Motion to accept 2023 SAMHSA Grant Award. (Approved by Public Safety Committee October 10, 2023)

• 36.Motion to approve the upgrade of existing cable modem connections to fiber connectivity for remote department access.(Approved by Public Safety Committee October 10, 2023)

• 37.Motion to approve contracts for continued utilization of existing fiber. (Approved by Public Safety Committee October 10, 2023)

• 38.Motion to approve the acceptance of a $40,000 grant from the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council for the Richmond County Juvenile Court. (Approved by Public Safety Committee October 10, 2023)

• 39.Motion to award Bid Item #23-203 Prefab Modular Dog Kennels to Horizon Structures in the amount of $164,588.21. (Approved by Public Safety Committee October 10, 2023)

• 40.Motion to award RFP 23-195 Baseline Annual Physicals & Pre-Employment Medical Exams for Augusta Fire Department to University Health Services, Inc. and authorize the Mayor to sign all appropriate documentation. The recommendation of award is for a three (3) year contract with an option to extend for two (2) additional one (1) year terms.(Approved by Public Safety Committee October 10, 2023)

• 41.Motion to approve assigning the honorary name designation of Rev Dr Kenneth B. Martin Way to the 1400 Block of Florence Street..(Requested by Commissioner Francine Scott) (Approved by Public Safety Committee October 10, 2023)

PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS

• 42.Motion to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of the Commission held October 3, 2023 and Special Called Meeting held October 10, 2023.

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AUGUSTA COMMISSION

AUGUSTA COMMISSION
REGULAR AGENDA

(Items 43-45)

ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES

• 43.Motion to approve a collaboration between Augusta, Georgia, and the City of Savannah and the Chatham-Savannah Authority for the Homeless, to launch a public awareness campaign ‘Give Change That Counts’, and to authorize the mayor to execute all appropriate documents. (No recommendation from Administrative Services Committee September 26, 2023 and referred from the October 3, 2023 Commission Meeting)

ADMINISTRATOR

• 44.Administrator’s proposed fiscal year 2024 budget presentation.

LEGAL MEETING

  A.  Pending and Potential Litigation

  B.   Real Estate

  C.   Personnel

• 45.Motion to authorize execution by the Mayor of the affidavit of compliance with Georgia's Open Meeting Act.