Council Agenda - Regular Meeting 06/13/2023 09:00 AM

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

INVOCATION: Offered by Rev. Ralph Huling - St. James Missionary Baptist Church of Columbus, Georgia

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Led by Mayor Henderson

PUBLIC HEARING:

1.TAXPAYER BILL OF RIGHTS PUBLIC HEARING: 9:00 a.m. The budget tentatively adopted by the Consolidated Government of Columbus, Georgia, requires a millage rate higher than the rollback millage rate. Therefore, before the Consolidated Government of Columbus, Georgia, may finalize the tentative budget and set a final millage rate, Georgia Law requires that three public hearings be held to allow the public an opportunity to express their opinions on this increase.

MINUTES

2.Approval of minutes for the May 30, 2023 Council Meeting.

20230530.COUNCIL.pdf (0.06 MB)

PROCLAMATION:

3.Proclamation: Alternative Baseball Day

Receiving: Taylor Duncan

CITY ATTORNEY’S AGENDA

ORDINANCES

1.1st Reading- REZN-03-23-0515: An Ordinance amending a condition of Ordinance No. 11-13 as it pertains to property located at 6395 Psalmond Road (parcel # 120-001-034). (Planning Department and PAC recommend approval.) (As amended and continued on 1st Reading.)(Mayor Pro Tem.)

Ordinance REZN-03-23-0515 as amended on 1st Reading 5-23-23.pdf (0.02 MB)
Council Staff Report_REZN-03-23-0515.pdf (6.22 MB)

2.1st Reading- REZN-03-24-0544: An Ordinance amending the Zoning Atlas of the Consolidated Government of Columbus, Georgia to change certain boundaries of a district located at 5335 Miller Road (parcel # 099-008-024) from SFR1 (Single Family Residential 1) Zoning District to RO (Residential Office) Zoning District. (Planning Department and PAC recommend approval)(1st Reading delayed 5-23-23) (Councilor Crabb)

Ordinance REZN-03-24-0544_1st Reading 5-23-23.pdf (0.02 MB)
Council Staff Report REZN-03-23-0544.pdf (1.66 MB)

3.1st Reading- REZN -04-23-0630: An Ordinance amending the Zoning Atlas of the Consolidated Government of Columbus, Georgia to change certain boundaries of a district located at 910 Talbotton Road (parcel # 016-027-001/002/003/016/022) from Residential Office (RO) Zoning District to Neighborhood Commercial (NC) Zoning District. (Councilor Cogle)

Ordinance REZN -04-23-0630 1st Reading 6-13-23.pdf (0.02 MB)
Council Staff Report REZN-04-23-0630.pdf (2.37 MB)

4.1st Reading- REZN-04-23-0714: An Ordinance amending the Zoning Atlas of the Consolidated Government of Columbus, Georgia to change certain boundaries of a district located at 6700 & 6708 Green Island Drive (parcel # 180-006-002 / 180-006-003) from Single Family Residential 1 (SFR1) Zoning District to Single Family Residential 2 (SFR2) Zoning District.(Planning Department and PAC recommend approval.) (Councilor Davis)

Ordinance REZN-04-23-0714 1st Reading 6-13-23.pdf (0.03 MB)
Council Staff Report REZN-04-23-0714.pdf (2.08 MB)

5.1st Reading- REZN CUVA: An Ordinance amending the Zoning Atlas of the Consolidated Government of Columbus, Georgia to change certain portions of a district known as the Conversation Use Valuation Assessment, from RE1 (Residential Estate 1) Zoning District to RE5 (Residential Estate 5) / RE10 (Residential Estate 10) Zoning District. (Planning Department and PAC recommend approval.)(Mayor Pro-Tem and Councilor Davis)

6.1st Reading and Public Hearing- An Ordinance adopting an operating and capital improvement budget for the Fiscal Year 2024 beginning July 1, 2023 and ending June 30, 2024, for certain funds of the Consolidated Government of Columbus, Georgia, and appropriating the amounts shown in each budget; and for other purposes. (Budget Review Committee)

FY24 Operating Budget Ordinance 1st Reading 6-13-23.pdf (0.06 MB)
Operating Budget Ordinance Attachment A - Pay Plan.pdf (0.12 MB)

7.1st Reading- An Ordinance adopting non-operating budgets for the fiscal year 2024 beginning July 1, 2023 and ending June 30, 2024, for certain funds of the Consolidated Government of Columbus, Georgia, and appropriating the amounts shown in each budget. (Budget Review Committee)

FY24 Non-Operating Budget Ordinance 1st Reading 6-13-23.pdf (0.02 MB)

8.1st Reading- An Ordinance providing for contributions to the Columbus, Georgia General Government Employees’ Pension Plan for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023 and ending June 30, 2024. (Budget Review Committee)

9.1st Reading- An Ordinance providing for the governmental contributions to the Columbus, Georgia Pension Plan for employees of the Department of Public Safety for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023 and ending June 30, 2024. (Budget Review Committee)

FY24 Public Safety Pension Ordinance 1st Reading 6-13-23.pdf (0.01 MB)

10.1st Reading- An Ordinance providing for Government funding of a Major Disability Income Plan for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023 and ending June 30, 2024.(Budget Review Committee)

FY24 Major Disability Pension Ordinance 1st Reading 6-13-23.pdf (0.01 MB)

11.1st Reading- An Ordinance providing for Government funding of a Death Benefit Escrow for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023 and ending June 30, 2024. (Budget Review Committee)

FY24 Death Benefit Pension Ordinance 1st Reading 6-13-23.pdf (0.02 MB)

12.1st Reading- An Ordinance amending Article VII of Chapter 13 of the Columbus Code Solid Waste Collection and Disposal by updating the guidelines for an offset to the residential rate for low-income households; and for other purposes. (Budget Review Committee)

FY24 Garbage Fee Ordinance 1st Reading 6-13-23.pdf (0.02 MB)

13.1st Reading-An Ordinance to amend Section 20-21.1 of the Columbus Code to expand the authorized routes which may be used by Personal Transportation Vehicles (PTV’s) which comply with all other conditions of the code section; and for other purposes. (Councilor Cogle)

Ordinance PTV route Expansion_ 1st Reading 6-13-23.pdf (0.22 MB)

RESOLUTIONS

14.A Resolution concerning The Development Authority of Columbus, Georgia’s issuance of bonds to finance facilities to be located in Columbus, Georgia (Request of the Development Authority of Columbus)

Magnolia Manor 2023 - TEFRA Approval 6-13-23.pdf (0.02 MB)
Magnolia Manor 2023 - Exhibit A Hearing Officer's Report.pdf (0.80 MB)

15.A Motion to Reconsider Resolution No. 187-23 adopted on 5-30-23 which amended Paragraph (2) of Resolution 360-16 to allow parking fees to be charged in all parking garages and parking lots owned by the City in the Uptown Zoning District (UPT) and the Central Riverfront Zoning District (CRD) to include the RiverCenter Garage for certain special events that are anticipated to create extraordinary parking demand and public safety concerns. (Councilor Davis)

Special Event Parking Resolution revising Res No 360-16 as amended 5-30-23.pdf (0.01 MB)

16.A Resolution amending Resolution No. 361-20 which is the Finance Department's grant policy to provide for audits of the recipients at Council's request. (Councilor Davis)

Resolution Amending Grant Management Policy 6-13-23.pdf (0.02 MB)
Exhibit to Resolution-GRANT MANAGEMENT POLICY 2023 revisions.pdf (0.05 MB)

PUBLIC AGENDA

1.Mr. Ricket Carter, Sr., Re: His experience with being a former business person in Columbus.
2.Mrs. Alice Flatt, representing Neighborhood Watch of Biltmore Forest (Council Court), Re: The inability to remove squatters and neighborhood nuisances.

CITY MANAGER'S AGENDA

1.Portion of Right-of-Way Abandonment for 35th Street between 5th Avenue and 6th Avenue

Approval is requested for closure and abandonment of an approximately 241 ft. +/- of right of way for 35th Street located east of 5th Avenue and west of 6th Avenue, authorize the disposal of the said right of way with applicable State Law; reserving utility and access easements; and for other purposes.

35th Street ROW Abandonment Truth Springs.pdf (0.04 MB)
Truth Springs.pdf (0.14 MB)

2.Supreme Services Facility-Variance for Sidewalk Installation at 6018 Business Park Drive

Approval is requested for granting a variance to Section 7.10.1-Required Sidewalk of the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) excusing the requirement to install sidewalks in all residential, commercial and industrial developments.

Business Park Dr 6018.pdf (0.16 MB)
Sidewalk Variance-Supreme Services Facility.pdf (0.03 MB)
Sidewalk Variance Business Park Dr 6018 Letter.pdf (0.04 MB)

3.Amendment to the Memorandum of Agreement with Historic Westville, Inc.

Approval is requested to amend the Memorandum Agreement with Historic Westville, Inc.

Westville Extension Resolution 06.13.2023_.pdf (0.03 MB)

4.Extension of the Subrecipient Agreement with the Columbus Department of Public Health for Cure Violence Columbus

Approval is requested to extend the subrecipient agreement with the Columbus Department of Public Health to fund the Cure Violence Columbus Initiative for an award amount up to $500,000 to address community violence exacerbated by the pandemic.

C.M. RES - Cure Violence .pdf (0.03 MB)
Amendment to Cure Violence Agreement - Final Draft 06.13.2023.pdf (0.04 MB)

5.Subrecipient Agreement with the United Way of the Chattahoochee Valley for Poverty Reduction Initiative Columbus

Approval is requested to execute a subrecipient agreement with the United Way of the Chattahoochee Valley to fund the Poverty Reduction Initiative for an award amount up to $400,000 to address the poverty rate in Columbus.

PURCHASES

A.18-Yard Dump Truck for Public Works Department – Georgia State Contract Cooperative Purchase

A. 18-Yard Dump Truck for Public Works Department - Georgia State Contract Cooperative Purchase.pdf (0.02 MB)

B.Forklift for Engineering Department - Sourcewell Cooperative Purchase

B. Forklift for Engineering Department - Sourcewell Cooperative Purchase.pdf (0.02 MB)

C.Mobile Command Vehicle for Emergency Management & Homeland Security – OMNIA Partners Cooperative Purchase

C. Mobile Command Vehicle for Emergency Management.pdf (0.02 MB)

D.Lawn Maintenance Equipment & Supplies (Annual Contract) – RFB No. 23-0033

D. Lawn Maintenance Equipment and Supplies.pdf (0.10 MB)

E.Contract Extension for Integrated Transit System (Annual Contract) – RFP No. 20-0015

E. Contract Extension for Integrated Transit System (Annual Contract) – RFP No. 20-0015.pdf (0.02 MB)

INFORMATION ONLY: EXIGENT “OFF THE LOT” VEHICLE PURCHASE

1. TWO (2) 2023 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500HD PICKUP TRUCKS FOR THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
On May 17, 2023, a purchase order was executed for two (2) 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD pickup trucks for the Public Works Department due to exigent circumstances, as approved by Council per Resolution No. 067-23.

The vehicles were purchased from Sons Chevrolet LLC (Columbus, GA) at a unit price of $60,237.00 and $60,281.00 respectively, and a total price of $120,518.00. Sons Chevrolet LLC had vehicles available on their lot. The vehicles will be used by Facilities Maintenance staff as Service Vehicles performing duties to maintain and service City facilities. These are replacement vehicles.

Funds are budgeted in the FY23 Budget: General Fund – Public Works – Facilities Maintenance – Light Trucks; 0101-260-2700-MNTN-7722.
1. ONE (1) ANIMAL ADOPTION TRAILER FOR THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
On May 17, 2023, a purchase order was executed for one (1) animal adoption trailer (Forest River 7x20TA2) for the Public Works Department due to exigent circumstances, as approved by Council per Resolution No. 067-23.
The trailer was purchased from Trax and Trailers (Perry, GA) at a unit price of $50,886.00. It will be used by the Animal Care and Control Division staff to transport highly adoptable animals to off-site adoption events, or any public or private event whereby the City is invited to participate.

Trax and Trailers was selected because the trailer is custom built equipment and the vendor has built the last three (3) custom trailers purchased by the CCG.

Funds are budgeted in the FY23 Budget: General Fund – Public Works – Animal Control – Other Equipment; 0101-260-2400-ACCC-7762.
1. ONE (1) ANIMAL HORSE TRAILER FOR THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
On May 18, 2023, a purchase order was executed for one (1) animal horse trailer (2023 Adam 2H Rustler Trailer) for the Public Works Department due to exigent circumstances, as approved by Council per Resolution No. 067-23.

The trailer was purchased from Horse Pro Trailers (Gainesville, GA) at a unit price of $22,895.00. It will be used by the Animal Care and Control Division staff to transport horses and other large animals required for pickup.

Horse Pro Trailers was selected because this is a specialized vehicle and the vendor had the trailer available for under $25,000.00.

Funds are budgeted in the FY23 Budget: General Fund – Public Works – Animal Control – Other Equipment; 0101-260-2400-ACCC-7762.
1. ONE (1) 2023 NISSAN FRONTIER PICKUP TRUCK FOR THE COLUMBUS FIRE/EMS DEPARTMENT
On May 22, 2023, a purchase order was executed for one (1) 2023 Nissan Frontier pickup truck for the Columbus Fire Department due to exigent circumstances, as approved by Council per Resolution No. 067-23.

The vehicle was purchased from Headquarter Nissan of Columbus (Columbus, GA) at a unit price of $36,017.00. The vehicle will be used by the Fire Department Battalion Chief in support of their assigned duties. According to Fleet Management, the vehicle is not under a Cooperative Contract.

Funds are budgeted in the FY23 Budget: LOST-Public Safety Fund – Fire & EMS – Public Safety-LOST – Light Trucks; 0102-410-9900-LOST-7722.
1. ONE (1) 2023 FORD F-150 PICKUP TRUCK FOR THE COLUMBUS FIRE/EMS DEPARTMENT
On May 22, 2023, a purchase order was executed for one (1) 2023 Ford F-150 pickup truck for the Columbus Fire/EMS Department due to exigent circumstances, as approved by Council per Resolution No. 067-23.

The vehicle was purchased from Son’s Ford LLC (Auburn, AL) at a unit price of $45,930.50. The vehicle will be used by the Fire Department Battalion Chief in support of their assigned duties. According to Fleet Management, the vehicle is not under a Cooperative Contract.

Funds are budgeted in the FY23 Budget: LOST-Public Safety Fund – Fire & EMS – Public Safety-LOST – Light Trucks; 0102-410-9900-LOST-7722.
1. TWO (2) 2023 RAM PROMASTER 1500 HIGH ROOF VANS FOR THE COLUMBUS FIRE/EMS DEPARTMENT
On May 22, 2023, a purchase order was executed for two (2) 2023 RAM ProMaster 1500 High Roof Vans for the Columbus Fire/EMS Department due to exigent circumstances, as approved by Council per Resolution No. 067-23.

The vehicles were purchased from Warner Robins Motors LLC (Warner Robins, GA) at a unit price of $61,550.00 and $54,510.00 respectively, and a total price of $116,060.00. The vehicles will be used by the department’s Dive Team and Support Team to transport supplies to needed locations. According to Fleet Management, the vehicle is not under a Cooperative Contract.

Funds are budgeted in the FY23 Budget: LOST-Public Safety Fund – Fire & EMS – Public Safety-LOST – Light Trucks; 0102-410-9900-LOST-7721.
1. ONE (1) 2023 FORD F-150 PICKUP TRUCK FOR THE COLUMBUS FIRE/EMS DEPARTMENT
On May 22, 2023, a purchase order was executed for one (1) 2023 Ford F-150 pickup truck for the Columbus Fire/EMS Department due to exigent circumstances, as approved by Council per Resolution No. 067-23.

The vehicle was purchased from Rivertown Ford (Columbus, GA) at a unit price of $42,769.00. The vehicle will be used by the Fire Department Battalion Chief in support of their assigned duties. According to Fleet Management, the vehicle is not under a Cooperative Contract.

Funds are budgeted in the FY23 Budget: LOST-Public Safety Fund – Fire & EMS – Public Safety-LOST – Light Trucks; 0102-410-9900-LOST-7722.
1. ONE (1) 2023 FORD F-150 4X2 SUPER CREW PICKUP TRUCK FOR THE COLUMBUS FIRE/EMS DEPARTMENT
On May 22, 2023, a purchase order was executed for one (1) 2023 Ford F-150 4x2 Super Crew pickup truck for the Columbus Fire/EMS Department due to exigent circumstances, as approved by Council per Resolution No. 067-23.

The vehicle was purchased from Rivertown Ford (Columbus, GA) at a unit price of $46,678.00. The vehicle will be used by the Fire Department Battalion Chief in support of their assigned duties. According to Fleet Management, the vehicle is not under a Cooperative Contract.

Funds are budgeted in the FY23 Budget: LOST-Public Safety Fund – Fire & EMS – Public Safety-LOST – Light Trucks; 0102-410-9900-LOST-7722.
1. ONE (1) 2023 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 PICKUP TRUCK FOR THE COLUMBUS FIRE/EMS DEPARTMENT
On May 22, 2023, a purchase order was executed for one (1) 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 pickup truck for the Columbus Fire/EMS Department due to exigent circumstances, as approved by Council per Resolution No. 067-23.

The vehicle was purchased from Sons Chevrolet LLC (Columbus, GA) at a unit price of $42,658.00. The vehicle will be used by the Fire Department Battalion Chief in support of their assigned duties. According to Fleet Management, the vehicle is not under a Cooperative Contract.

Funds are budgeted in the FY23 Budget: LOST-Public Safety Fund – Fire & EMS – Public Safety-LOST – Light Trucks; 0102-410-9900-LOST-7722.
1. ONE (1) 2023 FORD F-150 PICKUP TRUCK FOR THE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT
On May 22, 2023, a purchase order was executed for one (1) 2023 Ford F-150 pickup truck for the Information Technology Department due to exigent circumstances, as approved by Council per Resolution No. 067-23.

The vehicle was purchased from Rivertown Ford (Columbus, GA) at a unit price of $59,342.53. The vehicle will be used by IT personnel as they provide technology services for CCG Departments. According to Fleet Management, the vehicle is not under a Cooperative Contract.

Funds are budgeted in the FY23 Budget: General Fund – Information Technology – Information Technology – Light Trucks; 0101-210-1000-ISS-7722.

Information Only - Exigent Off the Lot Vehicle Purchases.pdf (0.02 MB)

UPDATES AND PRESENTATIONS

A.Final Employee Appeals Update-Pay Study – Reather Hollowell, Director, Human Resources

Final Employee Appeals Update 06132023.pdf (0.21 MB)

B.Outdoor Parks Grant - Holli Browder, Director, Parks and Recreation

Outdoor Parks Grant Governor Kemp 6.13.23.pdf (0.75 MB)

C.Pickleball Update – Holli Browder, Director, Parks & Recreation

Pickleball in Columbus Ga.REVISED.pdf (0.89 MB)

D.City Hall Update - Ryan Pruett, Director, Inspections & Code

City Hall Update_06-13-23.pdf (5.26 MB)

BID ADVERTISEMENT

DATE:                 June 13, 2023

TO:                Mayor and Councilors

FROM:                Finance Department

SUBJECT:                Advertised Bids/RFPs/RFQs
June 14, 2023
1. Concrete Slabs for Exterior Exercise Equipment – RFB No. 23-0042
Scope of Bid

Provide all labor, equipment, and materials required to pour and finish three concrete 35' x 65' slabs for the Parks and Recreation Department. The concrete slabs are for exterior exercise systems at Britt David Park, Cooper Creek Park, and Rigdon Park. Bidders must have relevant experience in work of this nature.

June 16, 2023
1. Hazard Mitigation Plan Update – RFP No. 23-0039
Scope of RFP

Columbus Consolidated Government is requesting proposals for a professional firm to provide an updated County Hazard Mitigation Plan for its Emergency Management Division of the Homeland Security Department. The plan shall meet or exceeds FEMA and Georgia Emergency Management Agency requirements. The successful firm shall complete the updated plan by October 11, 2023.
1. Bulk Mailing Services for Various Departments (Annual Contract) – RFB No. 23-0012
Scope of RFP

Columbus Consolidated Government is seeking proposals from qualified vendors to provide bulk mailing services for various Departments on an “as needed” basis. Such projects will consist of mailings in excess of one-thousand (1,000) pieces.

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

June 23, 2023
1. Demolition Services (Annual Contract) – RFP No. 23-0024
Scope of RFP

Columbus Consolidated Government is requesting proposals for qualified vendors to provide all necessary equipment, materials, transportation, and labor for residential and commercial demolition services.

The contract term shall be for two years with the option to renew for three additional twelve-month periods.

July 14, 2023
1. Automated Speed Detection for School Zone Safety Enforcement (Annual Contract) – RFP No. 23-0036
Scope of RFP

The Columbus Consolidated Government is requesting proposals for automated speed detection for school zone safety enforcement systems and services, specifically LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) with ALPR (Automated License Plate Readers) functions to integrate with the existing Flock Safety system for the Columbus Police Department.

The contract term shall be for two years with the option to renew for three additional twelve-month periods.

Bid Advertisements.pdf (0.03 MB)

CLERK OF COUNCIL’S AGENDA

ENCLOSURES - INFORMATION ONLY

1.Certificate of Need Application submitted by Ultra Care of Georgia, Inc. to expand its existing home health agency in State Service Delivery Region-8.

Cert of Need. Ultra Care of GA.pdf (0.61 MB)

2.Certificate of Need Application submitted by Axzons Homecare Ltd. proposing to establish a new home health agency in State Service Delivery Region-8.

SSDR # 8 - Letter to Muscogee County Commissioner - 5-30-23.pdf (0.06 MB)
AXZONS SSDR 8 - CON APPLICATION - HOME HEALTH - 5-30-23.pdf (11.17 MB)

ENCLOSURES - ACTION REQUESTED

3.RESOLUTION - A resolution canceling the July 4, August 1, and September 5, 2023 Proclamation Sessions.

RES. Cancelling Proclamation Ses. July - Sept 2023.pdf (0.01 MB)

4.RESOLUTION - A resolution excusing Councilor R. Walker Garrett from the June 13, 2023 Council Meeting.

RES excusing Cnclr Garrett.pdf (0.01 MB)

5.RESOLUTION - A resolution approving an Honorary Street Designation Application submitted by Pastor L. Darnel Skinner, Jr. with the Bread of Life Christian Center requesting signage to be placed at the intersecting streets at each end of the one block area of Manchester Expressway and 46th Street in honor of Bishop L.D. Skinner, Sr. (The Board of Honor met on May 24, 2023 and recommends approval.)

RES- Bd of Honor. L. D. Skinner, Sr..pdf (0.02 MB)

6.RESOLUTION - A resolution approving an Honorary Designation Application submitted by Deputy Director Becky Summerlin- Department of Parks & Recreation to rename the Cooper Creek Tennis Center Clubhouse in honor of Mr. Rick Gordon. (The Board of Honor met on May 24, 2023 and recommends approval.)

RES- Bd of Honor. Rick Gordon.pdf (0.02 MB)

7.Email Correspondence from Ms. Emma Kimbrel- Community Reinvestment Planner requesting that the seat of Ms. Sendreka Lakes be declared vacant due to the lack of attendance.

Declare vacant. CDAC- Sendreka Lakes.pdf (0.04 MB)

8.Letter of Resignation from Ms. Jennifer Upshaw resigning from her seat on the Public Safety Advisory Commission.

Lttr of Res. Jennifer Upshaw.pdf (0.07 MB)

9.Minutes of the following boards:

Board of Honor, May 25, 2023

Board of Tax Assessors, #18-23 and #19-23

Board of Zoning Appeals, May 5, 2023

Convention & Visitors Bureau, Board of Commissioners, April 19, 2023

Development Authority, April 13 and May 4, 2023

Hospital Authority, April 25, 2023

Housing Authority, April 19, 2023

New Horizons Behavioral Health- Mental Health, Addictive Diseases and Developmental Disabilities- Community Service Board, January 11, February 8, April 12, May 10, June 14, August 9, September 13, October 11, and December 13, 2021

Personnel Review Board, May 24, 2023

Uptown Facade Board, April 17, 2023

Min. Board of Honor. 05-24-2023.pdf (0.02 MB)
Min. Bd of Tax Assessors. 18-23.pdf (0.09 MB)
Min. Bd of Tax Assessors. 19-23.pdf (0.08 MB)
Min. BZA. 05-05-2023.pdf (0.03 MB)
Min. CVB. 04-19-2023.pdf (0.11 MB)
Min. Development Aut. 04-13-2023.pdf (0.16 MB)
Min. Development Aut. 05-04-2023.pdf (0.14 MB)
Min. Hospital Authority. 04-25-2023.pdf (0.46 MB)
Min. Housing Aut. 04-19-2023.pdf (0.30 MB)
Min. NH Behavioral Health. 01-11-2021.pdf (0.20 MB)
Min. NH Behavioral Health. 02-08-2021.pdf (0.23 MB)
Min. NH Behavioral Health. 04-12-2021.pdf (0.33 MB)
Min. NH Behavioral Health. 05-10-2021.pdf (0.18 MB)
Min. NH Behavioral Health. 06-14-2021.pdf (0.25 MB)
Min. NH Behavioral Health. 08-09-2021.pdf (0.23 MB)
Min. NH Behavioral Health. 09-13-2021.pdf (0.23 MB)
Min. NH Behavioral Health. 10-11-2021.pdf (0.20 MB)
Min. NH Behavioral Health. 12-13-2021.pdf (0.16 MB)
Min. PRB. 05-24-2023.pdf (0.15 MB)
Min. Uptown Facade Bd. 04-17-2023.pdf (0.19 MB)

BOARD APPOINTMENTS - ACTION REQUESTED

.MAYOR’S APPOINTMENT- ANY NOMINATIONS MAY BE CONFIRMED FOR THIS MEETING:

CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS:

Michelle Spivey- Interested in serving another term                   (Mayor’s Appointment)

Eligible to succeed

Hotel/Motel Industry

Term Expires: December 31, 2023

Pace M. Halter- Interested in serving another term                   (Mayor’s Appointment)

Eligible to succeed

Hotel/Motel Industry

Term Expires: December 31, 2023

Dan Gilbert                                                           (Mayor’s Appointment)

Eligible to succeed

Restaurant/Retail Trade

Term Expires: December 31, 2023

* The appointments are made in the month of July for terms beginning the following January.

These are three-year terms. Board meets monthly.

Women: 5

        Senatorial District 15:   4

        Senatorial District 29:   5

RETIREES’ HEALTH BENEFITS COMMITTEE:

Peri V. Johnson                                         (Mayor’s Appointment)

Not Eligible to succeed

Term Expires: June 30, 2023

        Mayor Henderson is nominating Christi Johnson for the seat of Peri V. Johnson.

This is a two-year term. Board meets monthly.

COUNCIL APPOINTMENT- READY FOR CONFIRMATION:

COLUMBUS AQUATICS COMMISSION: Mr. Christopher Kennedy was nominated to serve another term of office. (Councilor Crabb’s nominee) Term expires: June 30, 2025

KEEP COLUMBUS BEAUTIFUL COMMISSION: Mr. Eddie Florence was nominated to serve another term of office. (Councilor Tucker’s nominee) Term expires: June 30, 2026

RETIREES’ HEALTH BENEFITS COMMITTEE: Ms. Renee McAneny was nominated to serve another term of office. (Councilor Crabb’s nominee) Term expires: June 30, 2026

COUNCIL’S DISTRICT SEAT APPOINTMENTS- ANY NOMINATIONS MAY BE CONFIRMED FOR THIS MEETING:

PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMISSION:

Pamela Williams                                                (Council District 2- Davis)

Seat declared vacant

Term Expires: October 31, 2023

Vacant                                                        (Council District 6- Allen)

Term Expires: October 31, 2023

These are three-year terms. Board meets monthly.

COUNCIL APPOINTMENTS- ANY NOMINATIONS WOULD BE LISTED FOR THE NEXT MEETING:

BOARD OF FAMILY & CHILDREN SERVICES:

Tolua Puailoa                                                Open for Nominations

        Seat declared vacant                                                           (Council’s Appointment)

        Term Expires: June 30, 2025

In accordance with O.C.G.A. 49-3-2 (Amended via 2015 SB 138) the governing authority (Local County Board of Commissioners) shall ensure that all appointments made on or after July 1, 2015, are made from the following categories: (1) Pediatric healthcare providers (active or retired); (2) Emergency responders (active or retired); (3) Law enforcement personnel (active or retired); (4) Private child welfare service providers (active or retired); (5) Alumni of the child welfare system and (6) Former foster parents.



        Councilor Barnes is nominating Dr. Chandler Padgett for the Pediatric healthcare providers’ seat.



        This is a five-year term. Board meets monthly.



        Women: 3

        Senatorial District 15:   3

        Senatorial District 29:   1

BOARD OF WATER COMMISSIONERS:

Rebecca Rumer                                                Open for Nominations               Not seeking reappointment                                        (Council’s Appointment)

        Term Expires: December 31, 2023

Councilor Thomas is nominating Jennifer S. Upshaw to succeed Ms. Rebecca Rumer.

* The appointments are made in the month of July for terms beginning the following January.

This is a four-year term. Board meets monthly.

Women: 1

Senatorial District 15:   1

Senatorial District 29:   3

BUILDING AUTHORITY OF COLUMBUS:

        Leila Carr                                                         Open for Nominations               Not seeking reappointment                                        (Council’s Appointment)

        Term Expired: March 24, 2023

Vincent Allen                                                 Open for Nominations               Resigned                                                        (Council’s Appointment)

Term Expired: March 24, 2023

Councilor Begly is nominating Tyler Martindill to succeed Mr. Vincent Allen.

This is a two-year term. Board meets as needed.

Women: 3

Senatorial District 15:   2

Senatorial District 29:   3

COLUMBUS AQUATICS COMMISSION:

Bruce Samuels                                                 Open for Nominations               Not Eligible to succeed                                        (Council’s Appointment)

Term Expired: June 30, 2022

These are two-year terms. Meets quarterly.

Women: 2

Senatorial District 15:   5

Senatorial District 29:   2

KEEP COLUMBUS BEAUTIFUL COMMISSION:

William Bandy                                                 Open for Nominations               (SD-29 Representative)                                        (Council’s Appointment)

Not seeking reappointment

Term Expires: June 30, 2023

Lee Jordan                                                         Open for Nominations               (SD-29 Representative)                                        (Council’s Appointment)

Eligible to succeed

Term Expires: June 30, 2023

Dr. Kar’retta Venable                                        Open for Nominations               (At-Large Member)                                                (Council’s Appointment)

Not Eligible to succeed

Term Expires: June 30, 2023

Matt Horne                                                        Open for Nominations               (SD-15 Representative)                                        (Council’s Appointment)

Not Eligible to succeed

Term Expires: June 30, 2023

Alyssa Williams                                                Open for Nominations               (At-Large Member)                                                (Council’s Appointment)

Seat declared vacant

Term Expires: June 30, 2024

Doug McLeod, Jr.                                                Open for Nominations               (SD-15 Representative)                                        (Council’s Appointment)

Seat declared vacant

Term Expires: June 30, 2024

Councilor Begly is nominating Ms. Dorris Bishop to succeed Mr. Matt Horne as the SD-15 Representative.

KCBC Director is recommending David Houser to fill the unexpired term of Doug McLeod, Jr.; Kimberly Wright to succeed William Bandy and Pamela Green Thomas to fill the unexpired term of Alyssa Williams.

These are three-year terms. Meets every even month.

Women: 4

Senatorial District 15:   6

Senatorial District 29:   3

MEDICAL CENTER HOSPITAL AUTHORITY:

Rodney Mahone                                                 Open for Nominations               Not seeking reappointment                                        (Council’s Appointment)

Term Expired: December 31, 2022

**The Council submits three (3) nominees to the Medical Center Hospital Authority for each seat and the Medical Center Hospital Authority selects the successor for Council’s confirmation.

Councilor Thomas is nominating Woodruff W. McWilliams, III, Murray Solomon and Tracy L. Sayers for the seat of Rodney Mahone.

This is a five-year term. Meets quarterly.

Women: 3

Senatorial District 15:   2

Senatorial District 29:   7

PLANNING ADVISORY COMMISSION:

Sheila Brown                                                         Open for Nominations               No longer a resident                                                (Council’s Appointment)

Term Expires: August 31, 2023

Mayor Pro Tem Allen is nominating Mr. Rick Stallings.

These are three-year terms. Meets two times a month.

Women: 3

Senatorial District 15:   6

Senatorial District 29:   3

REGION 6 REGIONAL ADVISORY COUNCIL FOR DEPARTMENT OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES:

Cynthia Smith                                                 Open for Nominations               Not Eligible to succeed                                        (Council’s Appointment)

Term Expires: June 30, 2023

These are three-year terms. Meets every other month beginning in January.

Women: 3

Senatorial District 15:   1

Senatorial District 29:   3

RETIREES’ HEALTH BENEFITS COMMITTEE:

Mike Massey                                                         Open for Nominations

Not seeking reappointment                                        (Council’s Appointment)

Term Expires: June 30, 2023

These are three-year terms. Meets monthly.

Women: 3

Senatorial District 15:   1

Senatorial District 29:   5

Board Appointments. 06-13-2023.pdf (0.03 MB)

UPCOMING BOARD APPOINTMENTS:

A.Planning Advisory Commission (Council’s Appointment)

Board Memo. Planning Advisory Commission. 06132023.pdf (0.02 MB)

CALL TO ORDER: Mayor B.H. "Skip" Henderson, III, Presiding INVOCATION: Offered by Rev. Ralph Huling - St. James Missionary Baptist Church of Columbus, Georgia PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Led by Mayor Henderson

PUBLIC HEARING:

MINUTES

PROCLAMATION:

CITY ATTORNEY’S AGENDA

ORDINANCES

RESOLUTIONS

PUBLIC AGENDA

CITY MANAGER'S AGENDA

PURCHASES

INFORMATION ONLY: EXIGENT “OFF THE LOT” VEHICLE PURCHASE

UPDATES AND PRESENTATIONS

BID ADVERTISEMENT

CLERK OF COUNCIL’S AGENDA

ENCLOSURES - INFORMATION ONLY

ENCLOSURES - ACTION REQUESTED

BOARD APPOINTMENTS - ACTION REQUESTED

UPCOMING BOARD APPOINTMENTS:

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

INVOCATION: Offered by Rev. Ralph Huling - St. James Missionary Baptist Church of Columbus, Georgia

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Led by Mayor Henderson