Council Agenda - Regular Meeting 08/25/2020 05:30 PM

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

INVOCATION: Offered by Councilor Jerry “Pops” Barnes

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Led by Mayor Henderson

OATH OF OFFICE:

1.SWEARING-IN CEREMONY: The Oath of Office for Toyia Tucker as the District Four Councilor for the City of Columbus, Georgia. (Oath of Office administered by Superior Court Chief Judge Gil McBride and Probate Court Judge Marc D'Antonio)

MINUTES

2.Approval of minutes for the August 11, 2020 Council Meeting.

20200811.COUNCIL.pdf (0.06 MB)

ANNOUNCEMENT:

3.Property Tax Update (Presented by Suzanne Widenhouse- Board of Tax Assessors Chief Appraiser)

UPDATES:

4.An update on COVID-19
5.Census 2020

PROCLAMATION:             2020 Census Day in Columbus, Georgia

RECEIVING:                       CCG Planning Department

PROCLAMATION:             Public Safety Week

RECEIVING:                       Wayne Anthony

CITY ATTORNEY’S AGENDA

ORDINANCES

1.2nd Reading - REZN-05-20-1776: An ordinance rezoning 0.89 acres located at 5377 Veterans Parkway (parcel id #188-020-013). The current zoning is NC (Neighborhood Commercial). The proposed zoning is GC (General Commercial). The proposed use is Veterinary Clinic. The Planning Advisory Commission and the Planning Department recommend approval. The applicant is Michael Wright. (Councilor Garrett)

Ordinance_REZN-05-20-1776 8.11.20.pdf (0.02 MB)
Council Staff Report_REZN-05-20-1776.pdf (2.48 MB)

2.2nd Reading - REZN-06-20-1910: An ordinance rezoning 0.16 acres located at 530 Walnut Street (parcel id #014-002-001). The current zoning is GC (General Commercial). The proposed zoning is RMF1 (Residential Multifamily 1). The proposed use is Residential. The Planning Advisory Commission and the Planning department recommend approval. The applicant is NeighborWorks Columbus. (Councilor Garrett)

Ordinance_REZN-06-20-1910 8.11.20.pdf (0.02 MB)
Council Staff Report_REZN-06-20-1910.pdf (3.14 MB)

3.2nd Reading - An ordinance providing for the demolition of structures; and for other purposes. (Mayor Pro-Tem)

Demolition Ordinance 8.11.20.pdf (8.85 MB)

4.1st Reading - An ordinance amending Sec. 20-13.11. of the Columbus Code pertaining to parking management districts to create a new parking enforcement district in the downtown historic district to be administered by the Department of Transportation (METRA); and for other purposes. (Councilors Woodson and Thomas)

Historic District Parking Enforcement Ordinance 8.25.20.pdf (2.98 MB)

5.1st Reading - An ordinance of the Columbus Council requiring the use of masks or face coverings in public during the COVID-19 public health emergency; and for other purposes. (Mayor Pro-Tem)

Columbus-Mask-Ordinance-w-EO-08-15-20-01-provisions.pdf (0.03 MB)

RESOLUTIONS

6.Resolution – A resolution expressing our sincere condolences and deepest sympathy to the family of Bishop L.D. Skinner, Sr., founder of Bread of Life Christian Center. (Councilor House)

Resolution - Dr. L. D. Skinner, Sr. (Resolution No.).pdf (0.02 MB)

PUBLIC AGENDA

1.Mr. Timothy Veals, Re: Run-down houses.
2.Ms. Theresa El-Amin, representing Southern Anti-Racism Network, Re: Inmate Labor and the Budget.
3.Mr. Chris Breault, Re: A request for consideration of ideas with downtown development.
4.Captain Joyce Dent-Fitzpatrick, representing the Columbus, Georgia Police Department, Re: Citizen Review Advisory Board with subpoena power.
5.Mr. Byron N. Hickey, Re: Subpoena power for Public Safety Advisory Commission.

CITY MANAGER'S AGENDA

1.Community Development Block Grant – Corona Virus (CDBG-CV) Recommendations

Approval is requested to allocate the Community Development Block Grant – Corona Virus (CDBG-CV) of $981,189 to qualified organizations for Economic Development, Housing Rehabilitation, Facility Modifications, and Public Services in response to the COVID-19 Pandemic.

Agenda Report - 2020-2021 CDBG-CV.pdf (0.03 MB)
CRD CDBG-CV Proposed Funding Recommendations-CC (002).pdf (0.17 MB)

2.Street Acceptance – That portion of Legion Drive located in Section Ten, Lexington Hills

Approval is requested for the acceptance of that portion of Legion Drive located in Section Ten, Lexington Hills. The Engineering Department has inspected said streets and recommends the acceptance.

Lexington HIlls - Section Ten.pdf (0.03 MB)
Lexington Hills Section Ten.pdf (0.15 MB)

PURCHASES

A.Contract Extension for Environmental Monitoring Services (Annual Contract)

A. Contract Extension for Environmental Monitoring Services (Annual Contract) - RFP No. 14-0021.pdf (0.02 MB)

B.Annual Maintenance Renewal for Cisco Switches

B. Annual Maintenance Renewal for Cisco Switches.pdf (0.04 MB)

C.ArcGIS Software License and Maintenance

C. ArcGIS Software License and Maintenance .pdf (0.04 MB)

D.Drum Assembly for Public Works

D. Drum Assembly for Public Works .pdf (0.04 MB)

EMERGENCY PURCHASES

1.Provision and Installation of Automatic Doors at Various City Locations
2.Movie Screen Package for Civic Center

UPDATES AND PRESENTATIONS

A.Sales Tax Collection Update - Angelica Alexander, Finance Director

Sales Tax Update - PU.pdf (0.11 MB)

B.Cares Act Update - Pam Hodge, Deputy City Manager and Angelica Alexander, Finance Director

CARES Act Update.CouncilAugust252020.pdf (2.65 MB)

BID ADVERTISEMENT

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August 28, 2020
1. Bus Advertising (Annual Contract) – RFP No. 21-0002
Scope of RFP

The Consolidated Government of Columbus, Georgia (the City) is soliciting proposals for exterior and/or interior bus advertising for METRA Transit System.

The term of the contract shall be for two (2) years, with the option to renew for three (3) additional twelve-month periods. Contract renewal will be contingent upon the mutual agreement of the City and the Contractor.
1. Traffic Signal Equipment (Annual Contract) – RFP No. 21-0004
Scope of RFP

The Columbus Consolidated Government is seeking proposals for Traffic Signal Equipment to be provided to the Engineering Department /Traffic Division on an “as needed” basis.

The term of the contract shall be for one (1) year, with the option to renew for four (4) additional twelve-month periods. Contract renewal will be contingent upon the mutual agreement of the City and the Contractor.

September 2, 2020

1. Pest Control Services (Annual Contract) – RFB No. 21-0005

Scope of Bid

The Consolidated Government of Columbus, Georgia (the City) is seeking proposals to provide pest control services for one-hundred and one (101) City owned buildings. Contract requirements include the control of pests including mites, ticks, spiders, rodent, roaches, ants, reptiles, bats, fleas, etc.

The term of the contract shall be for two (2) years with the option to renew for three (3) additional twelve-month periods Contract renewal will be contingent upon the mutual agreement of the City and the Contractor.

September 9, 2020

1. COVID-19 Facility Decontamination Services/METRA (Annual Contract) – RFB No. 21-0009

Scope of Bid

Columbus Consolidated Government is requesting bids from qualified vendors to perform COVID-19 facility decontamination services on an “as needed” basis for the Department of Transportation/METRA.

The contract term shall be for three (3) years with no renewal options.

Bid Advertisements.pdf (0.02 MB)

CLERK OF COUNCIL’S AGENDA

ENCLOSURES - ACTION REQUESTED

1.RESOLUTION: A resolution cancelling the September 1, 2020 Proclamation Session.

RES. Cancelling Proclamation Session. Sept. 2020.pdf (0.01 MB)

2.RESOLUTION: A resolution excusing Councilor Evelyn Woodson from the August 11, 2020 Council Meeting.

Resolution- Excusing Councilor Woodson.pdf (0.01 MB)

3.FINANCE REPORT RESOLUTION: A resolution receiving the report of the Director of Finance concerning certain alcoholic beverage licenses processed during the month of July 2020 and approving the same.

2020. Resolution- Finance Report- Alcoholic Beverages.pdf (0.01 MB)
July 2020 - Alcoholic Beverage Council Report.pdf (0.02 MB)

4.MEDICAL CENTER HOSPITAL AUTHORITY: Letter from Michael Gorum, Chairman advising that the Medical Center Hospital Authority voted to elect Ms. Brenda DeRamus to fill the unexpired term of Dr. Carole Rutland with a term ending date of December 31, 2021.

Medical Center Letter. B. DeRamus.pdf (0.07 MB)

5.Minutes of the following boards:

Board of Tax Assessors, #27-20 and #28-20

Board of Elections and Registration, March 5, May 7, and June 9, 2020

Mayor’s Commission on Reentry, March 14, April 22, June 10, July 15, and August 19, 2019

Mayor’s Commission on Reentry, September 16, October 21, November 18 and December 16, 2019

Public Safety Advisory Commission, January 24, August 15 and September 19, 2019

Public Safety Advisory Commission, October 22 and November 19, 2019

Board of Tax Assessors, #28-20.pdf (0.11 MB)
Election & Registration March 5, 2020.pdf (0.05 MB)
Election & Registration May 7, 2020.pdf (0.06 MB)
Election & Registration June 9, 2020.pdf (0.07 MB)
3.14.19_Mayor's Commission on Reentry minutes.pdf (0.01 MB)
4.22.2019 Mayor's Commission on Reentry minutes.pdf (0.01 MB)
6.10.2019 Mayor's Commission on Reentry minutes.pdf (0.01 MB)
7.15.2019 Mayor's Commission on Reentry minutes.pdf (0.02 MB)
8.19.19 Mayor's Commission on Reentry minutes.pdf (0.07 MB)
9.16.2019 Mayor's Commission on Reentry minutes.pdf (0.02 MB)
10.21.2019 Mayor's Commission on Reentry minutes.pdf (0.02 MB)
11.18.2019 Mayor's Commission on Reentry minutes.pdf (0.02 MB)
12.16.2019 Mayor's Commission on Reentry minutes.pdf (0.02 MB)
01-24-19 PSAC Approved Minues.pdf (0.15 MB)
PSAC Minutes for 08-15-19 Approved.pdf.pdf (0.12 MB)
09-19-19 PSAC Meetings - Approved on 10-22-19.pdf (0.14 MB)
10-22-19 PSAC Minutes - Approved.pdf (0.23 MB)
11-19-19 Public Safety Advisory Meeting Minutes - Approved.pdf (0.28 MB)

BOARD APPOINTMENTS - ACTION REQUESTED

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1. MAYOR’S APPOINTMENTS- ANY NOMINATIONS MAY BE CONFIRMED FOR THIS MEETING:
1. COLUMBUS IRONWORKS CONVENTION & TRADE CENTER AUTHORITY:
Jonathan Payne- Interested in serving another term (Mayor’s Appointment)

Term Expires: October 24, 2020

Eligible to succeed

These terms are three years. Board meets monthly.
1. PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMISSION:
Pete Temesgen- Interested in serving another term (Mayor’s Appointment)

Term Expires: October 31, 2020

Eligible to succeed

These terms are three years. Board meets monthly.
1. COUNCIL DISTRICT SEAT APPOINTMENTS- ANY NOMINATIONS MAY BE CONFIRMED FOR THIS MEETING:
1. PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMISSION:
Dothel Edwards, Jr.                                                                                                 (District 2- Davis)

Term Expires: October 31, 2020

   Not Eligible to succeed

Geraldine Buckner                                                                                                 (District 4- Tucker)

Term Expires: October 31, 2020

   Not Eligible to succeed

Bill Ward                                                                                                                (District 6- Allen)

Term Expires: October 31, 2020

   Eligible to succeed

Julio Portillo- Nominating David Rohwedder to succeed                (District 8- Garrett)

Term Expires: October 31, 2020

   Eligible to succeed

Tyson Begly                                                                                                                 (District 10- House)

Term Expires: October 31, 2020

   Eligible to succeed

These terms are three years. Board meets monthly.
1. COUNCIL’S APPOINTMENTS- ANY NOMINATIONS WOULD BE LISTED FOR THE NEXT MEETING:
1. ANIMAL CONTROL ADVISORY BOARD:
Dr. Rene LeFranc                                                                                                 (Council’s Appointment)

Veterinarian Association

Term Expires: October 15, 2019

Resigned

Dr. Jean Waguespack- Interested in serving another term                 (Council’s Appointment)

Veterinarian Association

Term Expires: October 15, 2020

   Eligible to succeed

Carla Anthony                                                                                                 Open for Nominations

Term Expires: October 15, 2020                                                                (Council’s Appointment)

Not Eligible to succeed

Carol Bassett                                                                                                                 Open for Nominations

Term Expires: October 15, 2020                                                                (Council’s Appointment)

Resigned

These terms are two years. Board meets as needed.

Women: 7

                Senatorial District 15:   1

                Senatorial District 29:   6
1. BOARD OF HONOR:
Bobby Peters- Interested in serving another term                                 Open for Nominations

Term Expires: October 31, 2020                                                                (Council’s Appointment)

   Eligible to succeed

Barbara Pierce- Interested in serving another term                                 Open for Nominations

Term Expires: October 31, 2020                                                                (Council’s Appointment)

   Eligible to succeed

Robert Poydasheff- Interested in serving another term                 Open for Nominations

Term Expires: October 31, 2020                                                                (Council’s Appointment)

   Eligible to succeed

These terms are four years. Board meets as needed.

Women: 2

                Senatorial District 15:   4

                Senatorial District 29:   3
1. UPTOWN FACADE BOARD:
Robert Battle- Interested in serving another term                                (Council’s Appointment)

Uptown Business Association

Term Expires: October 31, 2020

Eligible to succeed

Roger Stinson                                                                                                (Council’s Appointment)

Uptown Business Association

Term Expires: October 31, 2020

Not Eligible to succeed

These terms are three years. Board meets monthly.

Women: 2

                Senatorial District 15:   4

                Senatorial District 29:   3

CALL TO ORDER: Mayor B.H. "Skip" Henderson, III, Presiding INVOCATION: Offered by Councilor Jerry “Pops” Barnes PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Led by Mayor Henderson

OATH OF OFFICE:

MINUTES

ANNOUNCEMENT:

UPDATES:

PROCLAMATION: 2020 Census Day in Columbus, Georgia RECEIVING: CCG Planning Department PROCLAMATION: Public Safety Week RECEIVING: Wayne Anthony

CITY ATTORNEY’S AGENDA

ORDINANCES

RESOLUTIONS

PUBLIC AGENDA

CITY MANAGER'S AGENDA

PURCHASES

EMERGENCY PURCHASES

UPDATES AND PRESENTATIONS

BID ADVERTISEMENT

CLERK OF COUNCIL’S AGENDA

ENCLOSURES - ACTION REQUESTED

BOARD APPOINTMENTS - ACTION REQUESTED

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

INVOCATION: Offered by Councilor Jerry “Pops” Barnes

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Led by Mayor Henderson

PROCLAMATION: 2020 Census Day in Columbus, Georgia

RECEIVING: CCG Planning Department

PROCLAMATION: Public Safety Week

RECEIVING: Wayne Anthony