Council Agenda - Regular Meeting 11/17/2026 09:00 AM C. E. “Red” McDaniel City Services Center- Second Floor

CALL TO ORDER: Mayor B.H. "Skip" Henderson, III, Presiding

INVOCATION: Offered by ...

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Led by ...

MINUTES

• 1.Approval of minutes for the November 10, 2026, Council Meeting.

CITY ATTORNEY’S AGENDA

ORDINANCES

• 1.2nd Reading: REZN 09-26-1749: An Ordinance amending the Zoning Atlas of the Consolidated Government of Columbus, Georgia, to change certain boundaries of a district located at 8500 Fulton Road (parcel # 145-002-001) from Residential Estate – 10 (RE10) Zoning District to Residential Estate – 1(RE1) Zoning District with conditions.  (Planning Department and PAC recommend approval.) (As amended on 1st Reading 11-10-26.)(Mayor Pro-Tem)

• 2.2nd Reading: REZN 09-26-1787: An Ordinance amending the Zoning Atlas of the Consolidated Government of Columbus, Georgia, to change certain boundaries of a district located at 2409 S Lumpkin Road (parcel #059-056-014                ) from Neighborhood Commercial (NC) Zoning District to General Commercial (GC) Zoning District. (Planning Department and PAC recommend approval.)(Councilor Cogle)

• 3.2nd Reading: REZN 09-26-1794: An Ordinance amending the Zoning Atlas of the Consolidated Government of Columbus, Georgia, to change certain boundaries of a district located at 2900 12th Avenue (parcel # 029-017-006) from Neighborhood Commercial - (NC) Zoning District to Residential Multifamily – 1  (RMF1) Zoning District with conditions. (Planning Department and PAC recommend approval.) (Councilor Cogle)

• 4.2nd Reading: REZN 09-26-1821: An Ordinance amending the Zoning Atlas of the Consolidated Government of Columbus, Georgia, to change certain boundaries of a district from Various Zoning Classifications to MRZD (Mill Redevelopment Zoning District) Zoning District. (Planning Department and PAC recommend approval.) (Councilor Garrett)

• 5.2nd Reading: REZN 08-26-1678: An ordinance amending the text of the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) for Columbus, Georgia to add Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU’s) to the category of Dwellings, Accessory and to provide applicable ADU requirements. (Planning Department and PAC recommend approval.) (Councilors Tucker and Crabb)

• 6.2nd Reading: An Ordinance amending Articles III and V of Chapter 8 of the Columbus Code to adopt building code standard pertinent to “Tiny Houses” and to update certain references to the State of Georgia and International Property Maintenance Code; and for other purposes.  (Councilors Tucker and Crabb)

• 7.2nd Reading: An Ordinance amending Section 17-25 of the Columbus Code to revise certain Columbus Police Department promotional requirements; and for other purposes.  (Mayor Pro-Tem)

RESOLUTIONS

• 8.A Resolution Amending Travel Policy and Procedures. (Councilor Barnes)

PUBLIC AGENDA

• 1.Mr. Howard Turner, Re: CCG No Bid Contract Problem.

• 2.Mr. Jaylon O’Neal, Re: Civic Literacy Initiative & Book of Local Government.

• 3.Ms. Theresa El-Amin, representing Southern Anti-Racism Network, Re: Elections and Registration Office and Upcoming Events.

• 4.Ms. Jennifer LeDenney, Re: Neighborhood Storefront Responsibility Ordinance.

• 5.Ms. Patricia Thompson, Re: Code Enforcement.

CITY MANAGER'S AGENDA

PURCHASES

• A.Banking Services (Annual Contract) – RFP No. 26-0001

• B.Dragonfly Trail – River Road Segment (S.R. 219) – RFB No. 27-0006

• C.Two (2) Cab Tractors And Cutters For Public Works- Sourcewell Cooperative Contract Purchase

• D.Contract Extension For Inmate Commissary Services At The Muscogee County Prison (Annual Contract) – RFP No. 20-0026

• E.Contract Extension For False Alarm Billing & Tracking Services (Annual Contract) – RFP No. 19-0016

• F.Provision And Installation Of Three (3) Inground Lifts For Metra – Federal GSA Cooperative Contract Purchase

• G.Repair Of Grapple Truck For Public Works

• H.HVAC Preventive Maintenance & Repair Services (Annual Contract) – RFB No. 27-0003

• I.CivicPlus DocAccess Software for Information Technology - Sourcewell Cooperative Purchase

• J.Pest Control Services for Facilities Maintenance (Annual Contract) - Sourcewell Cooperative Purchase

• K.Management and Operation of Facilities for the Columbus Sports and Entertainment Authority – Macon-Bibb County Cooperative Purchase

• L.Three (3) 2027 Chevrolet Tahoes for Public Safety Director – Georgia Statewide Contract Cooperative Purchase

EMERGENCY PURCHASES

UPDATES AND PRESENTATIONS

• A.CPD Equipment Update - Lance Deaton, Assistant Chief, CPD 

• B.AJ Mclung Memorial Stadium Update - Holli Browder, Director of Parks & Recreation

• C.Finance Update - Angelica Alexander, Director of Finance

BID ADVERTISEMENT

• November 18, 2026

  Scope of Bid

  Provide carpet (roll and tile and base) and installation services for various Columbus Consolidated Government Facilities.  The products and services will be procured on an “as needed” basis. The contract period will be for two (2) years with the option to renew for three (3) additional twelve-month periods.

   

  Scope of Bid

  Provide all labor, equipment, and materials to resurface the tennis courts at Lakebottom Park and Double Churches Park.

   

        Scope of RFB

        Provide various electrical fixtures, parts and supplies to Columbus Consolidated Government on an “as needed” basis. The contract period will be for two (2) years with the option to renew for three (3) additional twelve-month periods.

   

  Scope of RFP

  It is the intent of the Columbus Consolidated Government (City) to establish an annual contract with a Primary and a Secondary contractor to provide all labor, equipment and materials to install/troubleshoot irrigation systems for on-call installation and maintenance services during normal business hours and after hours on an “as needed basis”, throughout the City.

   

  The contract term will be for two (2) years with the option to renew for three (3) additional twelve-month periods.

   

  Scope of RFP

  It is the intent of the Columbus Consolidated Government (City) to establish an annual contract with a qualified firm to provide the Department of Fire and Emergency Medical Services with Administration Services for Promotional Procedures on an “as needed basis”

   

  The contract term will be for five (5) years with the option to renew for five (5) years.

   

  December 2, 2026

  Scope of Bid

  Provide landscape material consisting of pine straw, wheat straw and hay on an “as needed” basis to the Columbus Consolidated Government (the City) to be utilized by Park Services, Public Works and Cooperative Extension departments.

   

  Scope of RFP

  It is the intent of the Columbus Consolidated Government (the City) to establish an annual contract with qualified contractor(s) to provide automotive body repair and paint services for ALL types of vehicles utilized by various departments on an “as needed” basis.

   

  Scope of RFP

  The Columbus Consolidated Government (the City) is seeking a qualified consultant to review/update/create architectural and preservation standards for all Historic Districts in Columbus, Georgia.  

   

  December 9, 2026

  Scope of Bid

  Provide all labor, equipment, and materials to complete the specified work at Fox Senior Center, in full compliance with the project manual.  A DBE goal of 10% has been established for this project.

   

  A Mandatory Site Visit is scheduled for 10:30 AM (Eastern) on Thursday, November 19, 2026.  Contractors shall convene and sign in at the Fox Senior Center, which is located at 3720 5th Avenue, Columbus, Georgia 31904. 

   

              Scope of RFP

  Provide Columbus Consolidated Government (the City) Pension Board with the highest quality consultant services at the lowest cost to taxpayers, to include:  Consulting, Custodial, and Fiduciary Services.

   

  December 16, 2026

  Scope of Bid

             The project’s Base Bid consists of improvements to Carver Lake Park, including demolition and removal of existing site improvements; clearing and grubbing; earthwork and grading; construction and reconstruction of access drives and parking areas; asphalt pavement, permeable pavers, concrete sidewalks, curb and gutter; pedestrian trails; playground and pavilion areas; fencing; site signage and pavement markings; landscaping and site restoration; and associated storm drainage and utility improvements.

   

  The Work also includes construction of a 10-foot-wide multi-use trail, parking and accessible parking improvements, pedestrian crossings, park benches, landscape islands, and supporting infrastructure associated with the redevelopment of the park. Recreational improvements include playground and pavilion areas and improvements surrounding the existing splash pad.

   

  A Mandatory Site Visit is scheduled for 11:00 AM (Eastern) on Monday, November 30, 2026.  Contractors shall convene and sign in at Carver Park Recreation Center, which is located at 6665 Hunter Road, Columbus, Georgia 31907. 

CLERK OF COUNCIL’S AGENDA

ENCLOSURES - ACTION REQUESTED

• 1.Resolution: A Resolution changing the meeting schedule for January 2027.

• 2.Resolution: A Resolution appointing Vicki Hardage to the Board of Tax Assessors.

• 3.Resolution: A Resolution excusing Councilor Glenn Davis from the November 10, 2026, Regular Council Meeting.

• 4.Minutes of the following boards:

  457 Deferred Compensation Board 11-05-26

  Board of Tax Assessors #41-26, 42-26 & 43-26

  Columbus Airport Commission 09-24-26

  Personnel Review Board 11-18-26 (Meeting Notice)

BOARD APPOINTMENTS - ACTION REQUESTED

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